Are Best Offer Listings Being Used as Algorithm Bait? Plus, could a Pokémon Card Ever Sell for $50M?
Don't waste our time! John and I question whether some eBay sellers use Best Offer listings to generate listing activity without intending to negotiate. We also debate the benefits and risks of auctions versus Buy It Now, and a sellers' reluctance to risk a card for a below-market result. We end the show discussing an unconfirmed report that a PSA 10 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle may have sold for $50 million, and whether any Pokémon card could reach that figure.
Oct 30
55 min
Jeli Cards & Pokewarsgym are bringing you a new weekly segment called "Picks of the Week!". Each week we will pick different Pokémon cards to discuss, highlighting their trends in the current market. From total graded numbers to gem rate percentages, we hope this helps you understand how we approach buying cards for our collections!
Oct 26
13 min
In this episode, John and I discuss the recent PSA/FedEx heist, its implications for the hobby, and how collectors can protect their assets. We breakdown where it all went wrong such as PSA's security failures, potential inside job, and the impact this all has on trust in grading companies.
Oct 23
54 min
This may not be news to the Pokémon community, but these Sun & Moon GX cards having been selling a ton on eBay! John and I give our opinions as to why we believe those cards are worth a second glance. Low pop counts, low total graded numbers, and low gem rates all are great signs for a promising market. Shout out to the Hobby Card Index for all the market data!
Oct 16
51 min
Over 16 million Cards Logged! Market Analytics & Real-Time Pricing on the Hobby Card Index with Sean
In this episode, Sean from the Hobby Card Index shares insights into his platform, the hobby market, and how technology is transforming card collecting. We explore how market analytics have been integrated into the hobby and discuss the future of utilizing digital tools to buy and sell cards. The innovative features of the Hobby Card Index platform, including trade analysis, market tracking, and community building tools are transforming the card hobby industry in to more than just simple collecting!
Oct 9
45 min
What historical significance does the 2015 Japanese Pokémon Art Academy Pikachu have to make it sell for $8.4M? There was once a day when a seven-figure card sale was major headline news. Now it seems as if a million-dollar card sale is just another hobby trend. This is what happens with collectibles become mainstream. This is what happens when articles highlight Pokémon cards outperforming the S&P. Myself, John, and Brandon from Pokewarsgym discuss the market hype surrounding Pokémon cards and what card could potentially be the next seven figure card sale.
Oct 2
59 min
In this episode, John, Eric, and I explore the recent surge in high-value Pokémon cards, the implications of potential money laundering, and the future of the hobby with a focus on rumors about an upcoming MMO game!
Sep 25
52 min
Pokémon 30th Anniversary, Bubble Fears, and the Effect of Product Availability on Collecting Habits!
Two days into the Pokémon 30th Anniversary release and we already have seen a $20,000 sale! Customers camped outside of their local Best Buys or Targets, just for the chance at getting product. Is this the new norm of the hobby? What will happen when the bubble bursts? Product availability is destroying what this hobby was meant to be about. Is it time to focus on vintage and prepare for the bubble to burst? Enjoy another great episode and as always keep spreading the love of the hobby!
Sep 18
53 min
In this episode, John and I discuss the PSA 10 Gold Star Torchic that is currently on auction for over $1.6M! Is this the ultimate example of shill bidding in the hobby? That card has a PSA 10 pop count of 19, so is it truly worth close to $2,000,000? Plus, we discuss how hobbyists are getting "distracted" by the dollar signs. We can't forget why this is called a hobby! The hobby is built on building collections and buying the cards you love.
Sep 11
1 hr
In this episode, PokeChef954 shares his inspiring journey of going all-in on the Pokémon hobby! Discover how passion, community, and streaming are shaping this new era of Pokémon collecting. Chef also shares insights on his experience selling on eBay live emphasizing the importance of adaptability and engagement!
Sep 4
1 hr 3 min
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