Joe Davis has been a leader 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 Owner & CEO of GotBaseballCards (former Topps National Retailer of the Year), Joe has built a reputation for his deep knowledge of the hobby and his unmatched service to collectors. In 2022, Joe was inducted into the Sports Collectibles Industry ”Hall of Honor” for 30+ years of service to collectors and fellow dealers. 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.
However, it’s not just about the cards. On ”Sports Cards & A Cup of Joe,” Joe takes a deep dive into the worlds of collectibles, sports, business, faith, and life—with a healthy dose of humor. 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 collecting tips to his childhood memories (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.
Is Big Money About to Change the Sports Card Hobby Forever?
Major players are making moves in the trading card industry, and the hobby may be on the verge of another major shift!
In this episode of Sports Cards & A Cup of Joe, Joe Davis dives into some potentially game-changing news involving Coinbase, the growing influence of corporate money in collectibles, and what it could mean for the future of sports cards.
Plus, Joe shares encouraging updates on PSA's grading backlog, discusses the incredible demand for graded cards, and reveals some eye-opening trends he's seeing in the marketplace. This includes the continued surge of '90s basketball stars.
With major card shows on the horizon, new opportunities emerging, and collectors facing some big decisions, there's plenty to unpack. Are we witnessing the beginning of an entirely new era in the hobby?
Whether you're a collector, investor, or dealer, this is an episode you won't want to miss!
28 Sept 2026
Episode 119 Cooper Flagg $8 Million PSA 10
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?
25 Sept 2026
Episode 118 Q & A with Chuck Oliver Part 2
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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