Episode Mentions
Collector Nation · Feb 20, 2026
Understanding Card Value: Grades, Data, and Demand with Mike Baker and Brian Ludden
“Grading company acquired by Nat; brand to remain standalone but future uncertain”
Card Grading Standards and TransparencyAI-Assisted Authentication vs. Autonomous AI GradingGrading Company Market Consolidation
View AnalysisCollector Nation · Feb 6, 2026
$5K LeBron Pull… Then a Jordan Rookie Walked Into the Shop
“Major card grading and authentication company partnering with Ryan's new card shop for grand opening event”
Sports card investment strategy and player tier rankingLeBron James vs. Michael Jordan card valuation comparisonDigital pack opening platforms and hybrid physical/digital models
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Coffeez for Closers with Joe Shalaby · Jan 23, 2026
The Truth About Sports Memorabilia (And Why Authenticity Matters) | Ben Beeri
“Third-party autograph authentication company used to verify memorabilia authenticity alongside PSA and JSA”
Sports Memorabilia AuthenticationCounterfeit Detection in CollectiblesEntrepreneurship and Business Scaling
View AnalysisCollector Nation · Jan 20, 2026
From Plastic Slabs to Fine Art: How M1nt is Revolutionizing Trading Cards | Brian Pirrip
“Competing grading service; Mike Baker mentioned as head grader providing alternative to PSA”
Trading card display and preservation technologyBlockchain integration in physical collectiblesAnti-counterfeiting measures for high-value cards
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