Sports Cards & A Cup of Joe

Joe Davis has been an expert in the sports card hobby for over 34 years, but his passion for collecting started long before that. From the moment he pulled his first card, he was hooked—and never looked back. As the founder and owner of GotBaseballCards, a nationally recognized business in the sports card industry, Joe has built a reputation for his deep knowledge of the hobby and his unmatched service to collectors. Whether he’s talking about the latest card releases, sharing insider tips, or telling stories from his decades of experience, Joe’s insights are invaluable. But it’s not just about the cards. On Sports Cards and a Cup of Joe, Joe takes a deep dive into the worlds of sports, business, faith, and life—with a healthy dose of humor and a cup of coffee in hand. As a passionate collector and seasoned entrepreneur, he’ll offer a mix of expert advice, life lessons, and a few off-the-cuff thoughts on everything from the game’s biggest moments to the weather (hey, it’s Joe’s show!). Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just getting started, Joe’s unique perspective and stories will keep you coming back for more.

Sports Cards & A Cup of Joe is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 100 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts Sports Cards & A Cup of Joe, a business show with 100 episodes published.

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  Episode #119

  Episode 119 Cooper Flagg $8 Million PSA 10

  Sep 28, 202646 min

  The sports card hobby is making headlines again and some of the numbers are almost impossible to believe. In this episode of Sports Cards & A Cup of Joe, Joe Davis breaks down the blockbuster sales of three ultra-high-end basketball rookie cards that combined for more than $13 million, including a Cooper Flagg card that topped $8 million. What do sales like these say about today’s market and is the hobby’s focus really shifting from hot rookies to established GOATs? Then Joe goes behind the scenes of another major story affecting collectors everywhere: the growing grading crunch. With PSA, BGS, SGC and CGC facing enormous demand, prices changing, services disappearing and turnaround times stretching, Joe shares what he’s seeing firsthand-and why his shop made the aggressive decision to send out nearly 11,000 cards for grading in just a matter of months. Plus, why cards that once lived in $2, $5 and $10 boxes may suddenly deserve a second look, the incredible surge in ’90s stars and inserts, and why Joe believes the demand for graded cards may be stronger than he’s ever seen. The hobby is changing fast. The question is: what’s the next domino to fall?

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  Episode #118

  Episode 118 Q & A with Chuck Oliver Part 2

  Sep 25, 202624 min

  The Hobby Is Changing… Are You Keeping Up? What’s hotter than ever in the sports card hobby, and where are collectors putting their money next? Chuck Oliver returns to the studio with Joe Davis for another entertaining conversation about the changing world of sports cards and collectibles! From the explosive demand for Disney and Topps Chrome cards to the resurgence of legendary athletes and rare ’90s inserts, Joe and Chuck explore the trends reshaping the hobby. They also tackle the rising cost of collecting, the next generation of young collectors, and the age-old question: Should you rip that unopened box or leave it sealed? Plus, they revisit a remarkable LeBron James card story, discuss the changing habits of today’s collectors, and wrap things up with some college football and Atlanta Braves talk! Whether you’re a lifelong collector, a newcomer to the hobby, or simply wondering what’s next, this episode of Sports Cards & A Cup of Joe is one you won’t want to miss!

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  Episode #117

  Episode 117 Q & A with Chuck Oliver Pt 1

  Sep 23, 202633 min

  Q & A with Chuck Oliver Part 1 What happens when two lifelong friends, passionate collectors, and hobby veterans reunite behind the microphone? This week on Sports Cards & A Cup of Joe, Joe Davis welcomes longtime friend and sports radio legend Chuck Oliver for a conversation packed with nostalgia, laughs, and plenty of hobby talk! From their earliest days collecting baseball cards to the incredible changes shaping today's sports card market, Joe and Chuck share stories, insights, and a few surprises along the way. The conversation takes some unexpected turns as they tackle college football predictions, the rising cost of collecting, the changing world of card grading, and some of the biggest questions facing the hobby today. Plus, Chuck puts Joe on the hot seat with a few questions collectors everywhere are asking! Whether you're a vintage enthusiast, a modern collector, or simply love a great conversation about sports and the hobby, this is an episode you won't want to miss. And there's plenty more to come-this is only Part One!

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  Episode #116

  Episode 116 Mickey Mouse and More with Cleve Bosher

  Aug 31, 202640 min

  Is Mickey Mouse the Next Giant in the Trading Card Hobby? Disney cards are on fire and some vintage Mickey Mouse cards are reaching prices few collectors could have imagined even just weeks ago. Joe Davis is joined by non-sports expert Cleve Bosher to dig into the rapidly changing Disney card market and clear up some major confusion surrounding Mickey Mouse’s earliest cards. Is the famous 1931 Wills card really Mickey’s “rookie,” or do much scarcer cards predate it? From obscure European issues and the beautiful 1935 Mickey Mouse Gum set to early appearances of Pluto, Goofy, Donald Duck and other legendary Disney characters, Joe and Cleve explore the cards collectors are suddenly chasing - and why identifying true first appearances in the non-sports world can be so complicated.

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  Episode #115

  Episode 115 PSA Updates BGS and More

  Aug 19, 202632 min

  After a whirlwind stretch at Fanatics Fest and The National, Joe Davis is back behind the mic and there’s a lot happening in the hobby. In this episode of Sports Cards & A Cup of Joe, Joe shares what he learned firsthand at two of the industry’s biggest events, along with important updates on the rapidly changing grading landscape. With PSA and BGS limiting lower-cost services and demand showing no signs of slowing, what should collectors be doing with their cards right now? But grading is only part of the story. Joe dives into some of the hottest trends he witnessed at The National, including the explosive growth of vintage and modern non-sports cards, surging demand for iconic characters, and a major shift taking place in sports cards. Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Ken Griffey Jr. and other established legends are gaining momentum as collectors increasingly look toward proven stars rather than the next big prospect. Plus, with major athletes, celebrities and investors pouring money into the hobby, could sports cards be entering another stage of growth? From grading strategies and changing buying habits to surprising trends coming out of The National, this episode is packed with observations collectors won’t want to miss. The hobby is changing fast. The question is: are you paying attention?

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