In this refreshingly unfiltered episode of Sports Cards & A Cup of Joe, Joe breaks from the usual format to share a rapid-fire rundown of hot-button topics shaking up the hobby right now.

From looming changes in card grading turnaround times to the surprising retail spaces selling sports cards (Ace Hardware, anyone?), Joe dishes out timely insights collectors and dealers won’t want to miss.

With the National Sports Collectors Convention on the horizon, now's the time to stay sharp, strategic, and ahead of the curve. If you're buying, grading, or just love geeking out on cardboard, this episode is your playbook for what's really going on in the hobby.

In this must-listen episode of Sports Cards & A Cup of Joe, host Joe Davis welcomes back seasoned collector, leader in the dealing-industry, and long-time friend Dale Moody for an unforgettable deep-dive into the world of collection buying—from best practices to bizarre road stories that will feel like hobby magic and make you laugh.

You'll hear:

• Insider tips on where and how to find hidden gem collections (even in today’s digital age)

• What to never do when you're making a deal—and the hard lessons they learned so you don't have to

• A jaw-dropping road trip story involving bolt cutters, a Florida storage unit, and thousands of dollars in Mickey Mantle and Sandy Koufax autographs

• Why sometimes it's better to walk away—and how to know when it's not

• A frank, old-school take on today’s ultra-modern, high-stakes card market (think PSA 10s, 1-of-1s, and $50K rookie gambles)

• How faith and fairness still guide ethical decisions in the hustle of collectibles

Whether you're a buyer, seller, or just a collector at heart, this episode is packed with laugh-out-loud moments, valuable wisdom, and real-life collecting gold. Tune in now to learn how to buy smart, stay honest, and maybe avoid breaking into storage units (even accidentally). If you missed our first episode with Dale Moody (episode 25), go back and give it a listen... you'll be glad you did!

This week, Joe Davis is joined again by hobby veteran, vintage expertise, and close friend Cleve Bosher for a deep dive into the iconic T206 White Border set—aka “The Monster.” With nearly four decades of hands-on experience, Cleve unpacks what makes this set so legendary, from stunning lithography and rare back variations to Hall of Fame cards and infamous errors.

You’ll hear stories of big-time finds, fakes, near-completions, and the quirks that keep collectors hooked over a century later.

What’s inside: ✅ Why Honus Wagner’s card fetched $7.25 million ✅ The mystery behind Eddie Plank and the “Magie” error ✅ What makes a Lenox or Drum back so valuable ✅ Budget-friendly tips for new T206 collectors

Whether you're deep into vintage cards or just T206-curious, this episode is full of insights, stories, and inspiration for collectors of all levels.

🎧 Tune in now—and if you missed Joe and Cleve's first episode together (looking at you episode 23), it's a must listen!