It’s Episode 4 and Joe takes listeners on a journey through the world of sports card shows. Reflecting on his first show experience in 1982, Joe shares valuable tips for buyers on how to successfully navigate these events. From preparing a budget and researching prices to the importance of bringing cash and wearing comfortable shoes, Joe covers all the essentials for making the most out of your show experience.

He also emphasizes the fun of connecting with fellow collectors, building relationships, and learning from others in the hobby. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned pro, Joe’s advice will help you enjoy the show, stay focused, and avoid common mistakes.

Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the show business, and don’t miss part two, where Joe dives into the seller's side of the equation!

In this episode, Joe shares two powerful stories from his sports card journey that illustrate his own take on the well known saying: "When God closes a door, He always opens a window." He recounts the challenging process of purchasing his company's building in 2018 after months of dead-end searches, and a recent consignment experience where a disappointing client cancellation led to an unexpected massive collection opportunity. Through patience, perseverance, and watching God do what He does, Joe demonstrates how setbacks can transform into unexpected blessings in the sports card industry. The episode is a testament to staying hopeful and trusting that better opportunities are always around the corner.

This episode features stories about Joe's early experiences as a passionate sports card collector. He recounts trying to convince his mom to buy him multiple boxes of Hostess Snack Cake baseball cards as a child to complete the set, for the cards, not the cakes. As a teenager, he continued his collecting habits, buying large quantities of 1987 Classic Bo Jackson cards packaged in board games during a family vacation. In college, his collecting passion intensified, including buying discounted 1988 Fleer basketball cards in bulk. Joe emphasizes his lifelong love of sports card collecting and how it has evolved into a career as a dealer, attending shows and acquiring large collections.