The Shallow End

The Shallow End

david.asa.schwartz

Episodes 208
Avg. Duration 25m
Activity Active
Apple Rating 4.8 (29)
Since Nov 2023
Latest Episode May 2026

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Weekly
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Episodic
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74%
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anchor.fm

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The Shallow End: A Sports Card Podcast On a Budget

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What We Miss, What We Love, and Oprah - The Shallow Ending

May 29, 2026 1h 34m

After 126 flagship episodes and 200 overall, this is the final episode of The Shallow End.We begin with an honest and insightful conversation with Alan (@ricebondsmntna2young), a Barry Bonds…

When Will the Madness End? - Overthinking Baseball Cards May 2026

May 28, 2026 1h 11m

This is the audio version of the May 2026 episode of Overthinking Baseball Cards, which debuted on YouTube about two weeks ago. OBC is hosted by Jason @contrarian_cards and Dave @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards

'The Zero Dollar Grail' - A Shallow End podcast audio essay (ep 125)

May 22, 2026 42m

A new podcast audio essay about sports cards, our mistakes, and ultimately finding our way. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards

'What am I Missing?' - The Shallow End ep 124

May 15, 2026 48m

A discussion with Robert @RobertM_Cards about re-finding the cards we've lost, support systems, and maturing as a collector. The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards

Shiny Shiny Cards - The Shallow End episode 123

May 08, 2026 22m

Who among us doesn't love a shiny sports card? What are some of your favorites?The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards

Leaving So I Can Stay: 8 Reasons I'm Ending The Shallow End - The Shallow End ep 122

May 01, 2026 18m

Dave @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards will leave The Shallow End later this spring. Here, he explains why.

The Sports Card Bigger than Ohtani - The Shallow End ep 121

Apr 24, 2026 35m

Coming off a visit to St. Paul for the Minnesota Card Show, Dave shares his pickups, attempts a few insights, and reveals the card at the show that outsold the cards of Shohei Ohtani. The Shallow End…

Card Shows and Nostalgia - The Shallow End episode 120

Apr 17, 2026 1h 13m

Pat (IG: @Insta_Account_Haver) swoops in to save the day with his usual insights and observations. If you like sports card podcasts when two people just talk about cards and collecting, this is the…

When One Pujols Isn't Enough - The Shallow End ep 119

Apr 10, 2026 33m

How far would you go to get your sports card grail? How far would you go to get a second copy of that grail? This is the story of how Keith (@thekeithy4999) did just that.The Shallow End is hosted by…

The Shallow End ep 118 - Reclaiming Your Hobby from Yourself

Apr 03, 2026 21m

This is a podcast audio essay about collecting sports cards. Enjoy.The Shallow End is hosted by Dave Schwartz @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards

The Shallow End ep 117 - Silly Season and Why I'm Saying No to Cards I Want

Mar 27, 2026 28m

Over the last seven days, three cards perfect for Dave's collection have hit eBay. He hasn't bid or made an offer on a single one – and probably won't. Here's why.The Shallow End is hosted by Dave…

The Shallow End ep 116 - Ten Takeaways from Ten Bucks or Less

Mar 20, 2026 30m

At the start of this month, The Shallow End ran the 10 part limited series, "Ten Bucks or Less." This episode shares Dave's big takeaway from each episode, then ends with him sharing one of his own…

The Shallow End ep 115 - Building a Collection of PSA 1s

Mar 13, 2026 29m

Scott had it all: a rediscovered hobby and some of the most interesting cards around today. But something was missing. Something felt off. Scott felt he needed to make a change, and today, he is the…

Ten Bucks or Less episode 10 of 10 - "Cost and Value are not the Same"

Mar 10, 2026 13m

'Ten Bucks or Less' is a 10-part limited series from The Shallow End about sports cards that hold meaning, without breaking the bank.Episode 10 of 10: "Cost and Value are not the Same" - A…

Ten Bucks or Less episode 9 of 10 - "When a Card Hits Deeper"

Mar 09, 2026 13m

'Ten Bucks or Less' is a 10-part limited series from The Shallow End about sports cards that hold meaning, without breaking the bank.Episode 9 of 10: "When a Card Hits Deeper" - A Conversation with…

Ten Bucks or Less episode 8 of 10 - 'Even Small Cards Need Moderation'

Mar 08, 2026 14m

'Ten Bucks or Less' is a 10-part limited series from The Shallow End about sports cards that hold meaning, without breaking the bank.Episode 8 of 10: "Even Small Cards Need Moderation" - A…

Ten Bucks or Less episode 7 of 10 - Binder Card(inals)

Mar 07, 2026 20m

'Ten Bucks or Less' is a 10-part limited series from The Shallow End about sports cards that hold meaning, without breaking the bank.Episode 7 of 10: "Binder Card(inals)" - A Conversation with Greg…

Ten Bucks or Less episode 6 - "Gold Medallions"

Mar 06, 2026 18m

'Ten Bucks or Less' is a 10-part limited series from The Shallow End about sports cards that hold meaning, without breaking the bank.Episode 6 of 10: "Gold Medallions" - A Conversation with Ty…

Ten Bucks or Less episode 5 of 10: "ShaqDonalds"

Mar 05, 2026 12m

'Ten Bucks or Less' is a 10-part limited series from The Shallow End about sports cards that hold meaning, without breaking the bank.Episode 5 of 10: "ShaqDonalds" - A Conversation with Mark…

Ten Bucks or Less episode 4 of 10 - "The Card He Couldn't Pass Up"

Mar 04, 2026 12m

'Ten Bucks or Less' is a 10-part limited series from The Shallow End about sports cards that hold meaning, without breaking the bank.Episode 4 of 10: "The Card He Couldn't Pass Up" - A Conversation…

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