$7K Jumpman Cheeto?! MJ Holdings’ Pokémon Scandal & Rittenhouse’s Autograph Legacy!

This episode kicks off on a real note, addressing some of the negativity swirling in the hobby and the impact it can have on collectors. Then, we jump into some wild auction news—Goldin is currently selling a Michael Jordan “Jumpman” Cheeto, and it’s already hit $7,000! Next, we break down a major controversy in the Pokémon world—MJ Holdings, the largest Pokémon distributor in the U.S., has been caught reselling product for up to 3x MSRP under the name "GT Collectibles." What does this mean for collectors, and will there be any accountability? Finally, Steve Charendoff, President & Owner of Rittenhouse Archives, joins the show for an in-depth discussion on how he built Rittenhouse into a powerhouse for entertainment trading cards. We dive into how his company pioneered the modern celebrity autograph card market, shaping what we see in the hobby today.