In this episode, Tony Dee and Steve analyze recent market trends in Pokémon cards, discuss high-value cards like the Gold Metal Charizard, and share expert tips on grading, investing, and market predictions. They also revisit past predictions including their beliefs on Prismatic Evolutions and 151. They explain to listeners how to target and predict undervalued cards and answer listener questions about collecting strategies, grading tactics, and opening a Local Card Store.

Market trends in Pokémon cards

High-value cards and investment strategies

Grading tips and best practices

Market predictions for popular sets

Listener questions on collection and store opening

Market trend analysis

Investment risk management

Grading and preservation best practices

The Rise of Gold Metal Charizard: What It Means for Collectors

How to Spot Undervalued Pokémon Cards Like Rayquaza

"Cards are moving up every day."

"Cracking slabs can be a useful strategy."

"Celebrations set has not peaked yet."

Chapters

00:00 Market Update: Card Sales and Trends

01:58 Focus on Gold Metal Charizard: Value and Grading Challenges

04:38 Recap of Past Predictions and Set Performance

06:43 Long-term Potential of Prismatic Evolution Set

10:05 Sealed Product Value and Market Trends

12:28 Pokemon Center Promos: Investment and Collecting Tips

16:43 Listener Questions: Cracking Slabs and Collecting Tips

26:02 Opening a Local Card Store: Is It Worth It?

30:44 Vintage Japanese vs. English Cards: Which Is Better?

33:03 Will Celebrations Continue to Rise or Peak?

36:19 The 151 Set: Predictions and Market Impact

39:11 Upcoming Sets and Market Trends

42:20 Card of the Week: Rayquaza from Vivid Voltage

45:03 Steve's Card Pick: Kangaskhan Illustration Rare

45:54 Closing Remarks and Next Episode Preview