What happens when a world-class entrepreneur steps into the hobby? In this episode, Pat Flynn joins Ryan Alford to break down how he turned Pokémon into a platform for storytelling, community, and large-scale experiences.

From launching Deep Pocket Monster to building Card Party, one of the fastest-growing live events in the hobby, Pat shares how business fundamentals—when applied correctly—can unlock massive growth in collecting.

They also explore the current state of the hobby, the challenges of accessibility, and why the future isn’t just about what you collect—but how you connect.

This episode is packed with insights for collectors, creators, and anyone looking to build something meaningful in today’s evolving hobby landscape.

Topics Covered





Pat Flynn’s journey from business to Pokémon collecting



The rise of Deep Pocket Monster and daily content strategy



Why Card Party is redefining collector events



The importance of storytelling and relatability in content



Market trends and challenges in the hobby today



How community drives long-term success in collecting



Balancing passion and business in the hobby 

🔗 Connect with Guest — Pat Flynn





YouTube (Deep Pocket Monster): https://www.youtube.com/@DeepPocketMonster



Website (Smart Passive Income): https://www.smartpassiveincome.com



Podcast (Smart Passive Income): https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/podcasts/



Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patflynn



Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/patflynn



Card Party Events: https://card.party

🔗 Connect with Host — Ryan Alford





Website: https://ryanisright.com



Collector Nation: https://thecollectornation.com



Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanalford



LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanalford



Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/ryanalford