Episode 41: Nashville Show Report

In this episode of Sports Cards & A Cup of Joe, Joe returns from the massive 960-table Nashville Card Show with fresh insights and excitement about the state of the hobby. Joe shares behind-the-scenes moments from the show floor — from booming vintage sales and abundant grading submissions to a shocking twist involving a “signed” Shohei Ohtani baseball. Get Joe’s firsthand take on: Why Pokémon is dominating grading submissions like never before The rise of vintage set builders and how old-school cardboard is still holding strong An honest look at a missed $12K opportunity with a '93 Finest Refractor set The story behind “the notebook” filled with Wacky Packages, Marvel stickers & Happy Days nostalgia Why Friday and Sunday beat out Saturday for best sales days A sneak peek at a brand-new product launch dropping really soon Plus, hear how grading demand surged, how Joe’s team managed the rush, and what this all means for the upcoming National Sports Collectors Convention. If you’re heading to the National, don’t miss the preview coming in the next episode.