🎙️ Episode Summary
In this episode of the 1000 Card Project Podcast, Ron sits down with Charlie Wolpert (@chitown2354), a night-shift medical professional, father of four, and one of the most authentic voices in the hobby. Charlie breaks down how he built a thriving live-selling business on Whatnot while juggling family life, faith, and a demanding schedule. He shares his sourcing playbook, why he tracks every regular buyer, how he creates consistent demand through low-end liquid strategies, and how vulnerability, community, and intentionality have shaped his brand. Whether you’re new to selling or scaling up your operation, this conversation gives you a clear window into the mindset and habits that drive Charlie’s success.
00:00 — Charlie’s Introduction & Life Behind the Scenes
01:38 — Breaking Down His Hobby Business (Whatnot, eBay, Collects)
04:27 — How Charlie Sources Inventory & Feeds the Live-Selling “Beast”
07:53 — Strategies at Every Level: Low-End Liquid to Autos & Numbered
11:17 — Economics of $2 Starts, Margins, and Bulk Buying Mistakes
14:07 — Growing an Audience on Whatnot & TikTok Promotion
31:55 — Faith, Vulnerability & Reaching People Beyond Cards
35:39 — What’s Next: Goals for 2026 & Building Multi-Platform Presence
Building a hobby business is easier when you focus on relationships, not just revenue.
Live selling requires a constant supply of fresh, well-bought inventory.
Tracking regular buyers (teams, players, patterns) is a superpower for repeat sales.
Low-end liquid can be a consistent, profitable strategy with the right sourcing.
Bulk buys can burn you if you don’t have storage, organization, and a plan to unload.
Cross-platform growth (TikTok → Whatnot → private sales) strengthens your brand.
Vulnerability and faith help build trust, loyalty, and deeper community connections.
Consistency—showing up, responding, and engaging—is Charlie’s biggest advantage.
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