April 23, 2024
Interview With Karlos Diego (Sluggers55) Providing Card Show Insights as a Vendor (ie. The National, Sport Card Expo, Fanatics Fest), Securing High-End Cards; Plus Thoughts on cllct.com
Cards To The MoonAbout this episode
EPISODE 207 - Clark and Hyung open the show giving their thoughts on the new hobby media news website cllct.com co-founded by journalist Darren Rovell. They share what some of the challenges might be as well as their hopes of more hobby media brands coming into the space. Then Clark speaks with veteran collector and dealer in the hobby Karlos Diego who runs Sluggers55 . He recalls his early days ripping packs chasing Wayne Gretzky and Michael Jordan rookie cards as well as shares how he got into the card business. Plus he gives some insight into setting up at trade shows in both Canada including the Sport Card Expo in Toronto, and in the U.S. like the Burbank Card Show, and the National (aka "the Super Bowl" of card shows.) But he also shares his thoughts on the upcoming Fanatics Fest in New York City where he will be setting up as a vendor and what impact this particular show might have on the hobby. Lastly, Clark and Hyung wrap up the show with their weekly segment "Pick 1" where the hosts put up two cards and then debate which they'd rather invest in. -------------------------- CONNECT WITH US! Instagram: @cardstothemoon | @fivecardguys (Clark) | @yntegritysportscards (Hyung) | @tradeyouatrecess (John) Website: https://fivecardguys.com/podcast Daily Auctions (w/ affiliate links): https://fivecardguys.com/dailyauctions If you have any questions about the hobby that you would like addressed, email us at hello@fivecardguys.com or DM us on Instagram at @cardstothemoon or @fivecardguys .