Trading Cards, Collectibles, and Upcoming Conventions - Episode Highlights Discover the explosive world of rare trading cards, skyrocketing comic sales, and must-attend conventions in this episode. From Michael Jordan's record-breaking sports memorabilia to exclusive Funko releases, we cover it all to keep you ahead in the collectibles game. Main Topics: Recent high-value sports and trading card sales, including Michael Jordan, Babe Ruth, and Michael Jordan Masterpiece 101The booming market of comic books, with record-breaking sales of Vampirella #1 cover painting and iconic sketchesUpcoming conventions and expos like Awesome Con, Megacon Orlando, and WonderCon, including guest lists and exclusive dropsThe latest in pop culture collectibles: Funko sets,Pokemon releases like Chaos Rising, and designer collaborations (Nike x Pokemon)Controversies and unique items: Taco seasoning Pokemon scam, luxury urn speakers, and handmade vinyl figures from Horror moviesKey Insights: PSA 3 Mickey Mantle card sold for $242K at auction, showing the rising value of vintage sports cardsThe 1916 Babe Ruth rookie PSA 7 is currently fetching nearly $1 million at auctionThe Michael Jordan Masterpiece 101 just sold for $2.1 million, breaking recordsNew Pokémon sets like Chaos Rising and collaboration with Nike demonstrate the blending of gaming and fashion marketsConventions feature massive guest lists including stars from Stranger Things, Star Trek, UFC, and horror iconsFunko's limited edition drops face supply challenges due to lottery-style releases, causing frustration among collectorsA bizarre urn speaker collaboration with Liquid Death claims to reduce hauntings through music, causing viral debatesCollector's edition vinyl figures and exclusive comic art continue to push the boundaries of pop culture collectiblesTimestamps: 00:00 - Intro & discussion on trading cards' explosive values 00:30 - PSA 3 Mickey Mantle auction record 01:18 - The 1952 PSA 3 Mickey Mantle and other vintage sports cards 02:10 - Babe Ruth 1933 card sales & historic sports memorabilia 03:33 - High-value modern cards, including Michael Jordan and Michael Jordan PSA 5 04:48 - The 1916 Babe Ruth rookie PSA 7 hitting auction at nearly $1 million 05:47 - The Michael Jordan Masterpiece 101 sells for $2.1 million 06:53 - Projection of rookies hits for 2025 Tops Chrome and WNBA releases 08:00 - The resurgence and evolution of comic book sales & rare art auctions 09:34 - Record-breaking Vampirella #1 cover sale for $3.125M 10:46 - Iconic comic sketches achieving high auction prices 12:31 - The skyrocketing Pokémon market: illustrator cards and rare sets 13:56 - Rare Pokémon sale: Japanese base Charizard PSA 10 fetches $954K 15:00 - Upcoming releases in sports cards and gaming, including Magic the Gathering and Pokemon 16:34 - Conventions coming up: appearances, guests, and exclusive drops 18:10 - Special celebrity guest lists at Awesome Con and Megacon Orlando 24:05 - Highlights of sports legend appearances at upcoming expos 27:40 - Pricing & autographs from iconic celebrities like Ron Perlman, Jamie Campbell Baur, and more 36:00 - Streaming services, entertainment mergers, and new movie/game trailers 43:21 - Unique Funko releases: From Dragon Ball to Godzilla and limited editions 54:19 - Novel collectible items: handmade vinyl figures, collaboration sneakers, and bizarre urn speakers 63:01 - The rise of handmade collectibles and vinyl figures from horror movies and pop culture 70:42 - Special segment on luxury urn Bluetooth speakers linked with Liquid Death 75:43 - Upcoming conventions and celebrity appearances, including horror and sports icons 84:37 - Strategies for connecting with high-profile guests; the push for collaboration & growth 86:00 - Tech updates: Xbox project delays, GTA 6 rumors, and future gaming projects 89:39 - Closing thoughts & future plans for conventions, collaborations, and content Stay ahead in the game of collectibles with insights, upcoming drops, and con highlights. Don't miss out on your next big find or event!