1988 Topps

53
Baseball #170

Every card has a story to tell. In this 700+ episode series, Matt Kuzma and David McEllis discuss a different 1988 Topps baseball card every week. Send your questions and suggestions to 1988ToppsPodcast@gmail.com.

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Recent Reviews
  • FlxYrLuvMscls
    Favorited
    This show and its hosts are fantastic. I was 14 & obsessed with cards, bought countless packs of 88 Topps. This show has arrived in my life at just the right moment. This very ambitious project is a real achievement and I can’t wait to hear future episodes. For now, having a ball listening through to all of them. <3 x infinity !
  • Dmk2213
    Cardboard comes to life
    What an exceptional podcast that instantaneously sends you back in time aboard a 100mph fastball straight into the heart of 1988 Topps Baseball set. This set is the first one I actively bought wax packs of and the colors, design, and players hold an indelible place in my collectors consciousness. Great listen and great job.
  • JeremyMarlinsFan
    For the whole family
    Funny, insightful, engrossing. Even my wife and 13-year-old daughter love it.
  • B-from-5HP
    Best of the Best
    If I could give 10 stars I would. Just want to say THANK YOU !!! Keep up the amazing work..
  • Uselessdave
    Remember some 80s baseball dudes
    A card(or two or sometimes three) a week, every week, forever. Or at least until they finish the whole set. This podcast tells the story of each player, adding in other historical notes, music, humor, mascot chat, and other random silliness. If you are a fan of 80s baseball they will talk about your favorite player, no matter how obscure!
  • ecarsh22
    Great Podcast
    Without a doubt one of the best podcasts there is. The research on each player is 2nd to none and adds so much depth to the discussions. Absolutely love it!
  • adarowski
    An absolute gem
    As soon as this podcast hits the feed it’s a must-listen. Matt and David mix nostalgia with tremendous research that surfaces incredible stories about EVERY player—no matter how small you may think his mark was on the game. This podcast is an achievement.
  • JDiggity
    Nostalgic dose of baseball and comedy
    Great podcast! The guys do a great job of balancing stats, comedy and nostalgia! I look forward to each episode.
  • Cotterlips
    Nostalgic Podcast!
    I am so glad that I came across the 1988 Topps podcast. Matt and David do a tremendous job of going through each card and giving their takes on each player’s career. If you want to take a little trip back in time, give this podcast a listen. It’s been a weekly treat for myself.
  • srau27
    Great Podcast!
    Thanks for the entertaining info guys!
  • Sasha in Bartlett, IL
    Jermaine Dye 4 President
    I was originally looking for a podcast on vintage Spanish appetizers (1988 Tapas) but this podcast is even better. Funny, informative and entertaining, especially if you’re a baseball fan, but even if you aren’t. Great show
  • DamonCameronRoss
    Speaks to Me
    Highly recommend this podcast to anyone that analyzed, sorted, and loved looking at their baseball cards as a kid. These are the stories of our cardboard gods growing up!
  • JoeFromCentralNJ
    These are my like-minded people!
    I’ve really been enjoying this podcast. Been meaning to reach out and connect with these guys but wanted to leave a quick review. 1988 Topps was the first series that got me into collecting baseball cards to begin with, shortly before I turned eight. I’m deeply familiar with every card in the set and to now hear an in-depth, and often humorous profile of each player is such a cool idea. I’m especially fond of the “RBI Baseball” consultant segments, since it’s a game I still enjoy to this day.
  • Ryanjax75
    A must for RBI players
    I have my 7-year-old son listening to this now with me in the car. Absolutely love the RBI Baseball corner! Thanks for committing to this series.
  • cc shamrock
    Who knew?
    So much nitty gritty is shared about each player. Even the commons are interesting! Fun podcast to listen to and learn about cards we collected as kids.
  • Projwacker
    Genius idea
    A podcast that goes card by card through the 1988 Topps baseball cards? Completely unnecessary but completely enjoyable! The hosts are knowledgeable and share the pure enjoyment of baseball stories.
  • aaron.judge
    Best offseason podcast I’ve found
    Best offseason podcast I’ve found. Could you cover Tony Pena or another catcher?
  • Cindy.Kuzma
    I would listen even if it wasn’t recorded in my basement
    It may be true that I loaned out my podcasting equipment to help make this show happen—but I’m proud to play a role in its development. David and Matt have miraculously made the discussion of a deck of cards that’s more than three decades old not only hilarious, but also relevant to the current cultural moment. I might be biased, but I’m also right, and you should listen to it.
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