Episode 282, Part 1 of Sports Cards Live kicks off with Joe Poirot from Santa Cruz as we dig into whether the hobby is frothy or in a full bubble, how injuries to Brock Purdy and Caitlin Clark ripple through prices, and why strong eye appeal in lower grades continues to command premiums. We also explore consolidation strategy, Fanatics and the 10x idea, record-setting sales bringing new attention to the market, and grading transparency with a visit from Graig Miller of Midlife Cards.

Highlights

Are we in a bubble or just a frothy upswing

Brock Purdy and Caitlin Clark injuries and market impact

Paying over comps for low grade, high eye appeal vintage

Vault proceeds and the backdoor consolidation play

What “10x the hobby” really means

Record sales, attention, and demand

The grading black box: standards, tech, and transparency

Recorded: Saturday, September 13, 2025

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