Big news is shaking up the grading world and this episode of Sports Cards & A Cup of Joe has a new alternative. Joe Davis shares the personal story that sparked decades of passion for authentication and collector protection, reveals the challenges facing the grading industry today, and announces a brand-new service designed to help collectors move faster, make smarter decisions, and know exactly what they’ve got before sending cards off.
From a memorable vintage Hank Aaron lesson to behind-the-scenes insight on how thousands of cards are evaluated, this episode dives into affordability, transparency, and turnaround times in a way collectors won’t want to miss. If you grade, buy, sell, or simply love cards, this conversation could change how you approach your collection.
Know what you’ve got. Hear why now is the time.