This week, I’m honored to welcome a true creative force to the show—Chuck Styles.

From bold brushstrokes to digital masterpieces, Chuck is a Philadelphia-based artist and creative director whose work has taken the world by storm. His vibrant, culture-rich pieces dive deep into music, sports, Black culture, cinema, gaming, and beyond—telling powerful stories that connect, inspire, and elevate.

Whether through traditional acrylics or digital designs, Chuck's mission is clear: create prints for his people—art that’s accessible, impactful, and unapologetically full of energy.

In this episode, we dive into:

• His journey as a self-taught artist

• Major brand partnerships and creative wins

• The launch of his collectible art line Styconics

• What it takes to stand out as a modern artist in The Hobby

🎧 Episode 41 is out now!

Watch or listen on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify & more—just search Hobby Hustle.

YouTube:

https://youtu.be/F00ifbtT9V4

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This week, I’m honored to have the incredibly talented artist and creative visionary Chuck Styles on the podcast!

Chuck shares his Top 3 PC items, and they are pure culture and nostalgia:

1⃣ USPS Hank Aaron Commemorative Stamp

2⃣ Topps Project 70 Autographed Ken Griffey Jr. Holographic Art Card

3⃣ 1994 Fleer Ultra X-Men Set

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/qoWAZEZQsro

💬 What are YOUR Top 3 PC items—and what makes them special? Drop them in the comments! ⬇

Don't miss this week's episode as Chuck and I dive into his creative journey—from how he got started in art, to navigating the highs and lows of being a full-time artist, to working on major projects with brands like Marvel, Topps, and HBO. Plus, we talk about the launch of his bold new collectible art line: Styconics.

🎧 New episodes drop every Wednesday at 6PM EST!

Watch or listen on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify & more—just search Hobby Hustle!

This week, I’m beyond honored to welcome an absolute giant in both business and The Hobby—Brian Lee—to the show!

He’s the Co-Founder of LegalZoom, The Honest Company, and ShoeDazzle, and has helped build some of the most recognized consumer brands of our time. With deep expertise in startups, fundraising, and direct-to-consumer success, Brian brings incredible insight into what it takes to build something that truly lasts.

But what brought him to Hobby Hustle? His passion for collecting—which led him to co-found his latest venture, Arena Club.

Arena Club is a game-changing platform built for collectors, by collectors—reimagining how we grade, collect, invest, and trade cards in the digital era. With personal online showrooms, marketplace tools, and a strong community focus, Arena Club is reshaping the future of The Hobby.

If you're into sports cards, collecting, startups, or entrepreneurship, this is an episode packed with value, stories, and motivation.

🎧 Tune in now on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify & more—just search Hobby Hustle!

YouTube:
https://youtu.be/9sUG9q6j-vo?si=bTSQcCbLY04oRAkK

This week, I have the honor of sitting down with visionary entrepreneur and passionate collector Brian Lee—the co-founder of LegalZoom, The Honest Company, ShoeDazzle, and now… Arena Club!

Brian shares his Top 3 favorite pieces from his personal collection—and it's a lineup of legends:

1⃣ 1971 Steve Garvey Rookie Card

2⃣ 2018 Shohei Ohtani Pink Refractor

3⃣ Kobe Bryant Gold Prizm Auto

https://youtube.com/shorts/LpOYp0Soiuk

What are YOUR Top 3 PC items? Drop them in the comments! ⬇

Don’t miss this week’s episode of Hobby Hustle as we dive into Brian’s incredible journey—from building billion-dollar brands to launching Arena Club, a platform built for collectors, by collectors.

Episode 40 drops TOMORROW at 6PM EST!
Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify & more—just search Hobby Hustle!

This week, I sit down with someone who’s using tech to change The Hobby for the better—Al Teruel, the founder and the creator of @Waxstat

Launched in 2022, Waxstat has quickly become the go-to platform for collectors looking to price compare sealed wax—from hobby boxes to full cases across sports cards, Pokémon, Magic, One Piece, and more. Whether you're tracking down the latest releases or hunting for deals on past products, Waxstat makes it fast, easy, and totally free.

With thousands of daily users across the app and waxstat.com, Al is helping collectors save time, money, and frustration while navigating the sealed product market.

We talk about:

• Building a hobby-focused tech platform

• The startup grind

• Why solving real collector pain points matters

• Tips for entrepreneurs in the collectibles space

🎧 Don’t miss this episode!

Watch or listen now on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify & more—just search Hobby Hustle!

Watch now:

https://youtu.be/UBXm-0fUdtY?si=fx3x6x7RO6IY5KOB