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Kayfabe and Carboard Episode 1: How Storylines Affect The Card Market

Kayfabe and Cardboard··2 August 2026·50 min

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Aiden and Adam discuss their wrestling memories, the impact of the Attitude Era, storylines that changed the markets, and a breakdown of the weekly wrestling shows. They explore the influence of wrestling storylines on the card market and share insights on the current state of wrestling entertainment. The conversation covers WWE ticket pricing and investment, a card spotlight segment, reviews of specific cards, investment insights, the impact of Tops on the market, and predictions for upcoming WWE events. The hosts also discuss the expansion of the wrestling market and the influence of mainstream wrestling on the market.TakeawaysWrestling storylines have a significant impact on the card marketThe Attitude Era played a crucial role in shaping today's wrestling landscape Investment insights in WWE cardsImpact of mainstream wrestling on the marketChapters00:00 Introducing Wrestling Memories07:25 Storylines that Changed the Markets22:04 Weekly Show Breakdown29:21 Ticket Pricing and Investment34:33 Sealed Cards and Grading44:45 Expanding the Wrestling Market