Hosts Chris Sewell and Jeremy Donson kick off the first episode of Collector Investor Podcast with stories from their 15-year partnership, the founding of CIA Auctions, and plans for the auction house.

They discuss grading trends, rising graders to watch, eBay AI scam concerns, and how graders inspect cards. The hosts also debate three standout auction lots — a Rodman precious metal gem, a Jackie Robinson leaf, and a Babe Ruth Sports Kings card — and share their personal picks.

The episode closes with an inside look at how they comp and price large collections, tips for sellers, and an invitation for listeners to submit questions for future episodes.

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Hosts Chris Sewall and Jeremy Donson kick off the tenth episode of Collector Investor Podcast with recent news of COMC raising prices and deleting customer support tickets. What does this mean for there future? And did the guys go too soft on them last episode? Then the guy's answer- questions of the day. One question is about a new way to grade cards, and another is about PSA old vs new labels.  Another question is about, vintage non-sport cards. We end with a debate- What are the best rookie cards of all time?

If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at- Chrisandtexassnowman@gmail.com

If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com

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Hosts Chris Sewall and Jeremy Donson kick off the ninth episode of Collector Investor Podcast with recent news of card shows breaking attendance records. What does this mean, and is this just like 2020? Then the guy's answer- questions of the day. One question is about cracking and resubmitting, and if it is worth it.  Another question is about, how do the guys store their cards. We end with a debate- What are the most iconic baseball cards of all time?

If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at- Chrisandtexassnowman@gmail.com

If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com

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Hosts Chris Sewall and Jeremy Donson kick off the eighth episode of Collector Investor Podcast with the guys opening with T-Pot's grading experiment. The guys have very strong opinions about it and share stories about how they have had cards misgraded. This all brings into question, if the graders are really experts.  Then the guy's answer- questions of the day. One question is about the 52 Mantle, and if it is overpriced.  We end with a debate- What is the greatest baseball card set of all time?

If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at- Chrisandtexassnowman@gmail.com

If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com

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Hosts Chris Sewall and Jeremy Donson kick off the seventh episode of Collector Investor Podcast with the guys opening with a record-breaking card sale.  The guys give their thoughts on if a Pokémon card sale can impact the sports card market.  Chris and Jeremy discuss a recent Ken Goldin video and the backlash that has come from it. Then the guy's answer- questions of the day. One question is about the impact of an MLB lockout to baseball cards. Another question the Michael Jordan Star vs the Fleer rookie cards.  We end with a debate- Is the PSA upcharge fair and are you happy to pay it?

If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at- Chrisandtexassnowman@gmail.com

If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com

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Hosts Chris Sewall and Jeremy Donson kick off the eleventh episode of Collector Investor Podcast with a 52 Topps Mantle back from grading and a record-breaking modern sports card sale. What does this mean and what card could break the record next? Then the guy's answer- questions of the day. One question is about a repackers, and another is about checking comps on non-sports cards.  Another question is about, defunked grading companies such as Sports Collectors Digest and if its a buying opportunity. We end with a debate- What is the best player to invest in long term?

If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at- Chrisandtexassnowman@gmail.com

If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com

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Hosts Chris Sewall and Jeremy Donson kick off the fourteenth episode of Collector Investor Podcast with the 1952 Mickey Mantle back from MBA. The guys look at the CIA April Auction and highlight a few of the cards, one of which is a beautiful card from the Snowman Collection.  Also, they discuss the gem rate results for March, which broke a record for the most cards graded in one month. Then the guy's answer- questions of the day. One question is about graders notes and why us as collectors don't demand more transparency.  Another question is about, the evolution of sports card collecting. We end with a debate- What is the best card show?

If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at- Chrisandtexassnowman@gmail.com

If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com

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Hosts Chris Sewall and Jeremy Donson kick off the thirteenth episode of Collector Investor Podcast with the story of Geoff Wilson (@sportscardinvestor) buying an altered Shohei Ohtani card at the Dallas Card Show. If a card shop owner can buy an altered card, what does it mean for the average collector and what should they look out for? Also, they discuss a recent video Chris had that went viral about PSA 10's and the extreme premium people are paying for relatively common cards, and Jeremy gives his take on the video. Then the guy's answer- questions of the day. One question is about what player to invest in, that played after 1968.  Another question is about, the ugliest set ever made. We end with a debate- What is the best decade of sports cards?

If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at- Chrisandtexassnowman@gmail.com

If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com

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Hosts Chris Sewall and Jeremy Donson kick off the fifteenth episode of Collector Investor Podcast with the Jeremy back from the Strongsville Sports Card Convention. The guys look at the CIA April Auction results and highlight a record-breaking Hank Aaron rookie card sale from the Snowman Collection.  Also, they discuss fake autographs coming off Mike- Baseball Collector buying fake autos at the Strongsville Show. Then the guy's answer- questions of the day. One question is about Beckett and asking how they would comp cards in the 90's.  Another question is about, the greatest 90's insert. We end with producers corner- what is your favorite hobby memory?

If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at- Chrisandtexassnowman@gmail.com

If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com

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Hosts Chris Sewall and Jeremy Donson kick off the sixteenth episode of Collector Investor Podcast with a hot topic in the card industry. The guys discuss the recent box prices of Topps Chrome football. What should collectors do and what should card shop owners do?  Also, they discuss what grading company should a collector use. Then the guy's answer- questions of the day. One question is about where SGC will be in 5-10 years. Another question is about, the most undervalued vintage set. We end with debate of the day- what is the greatest vintage food issue card set ever made? If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at Chrisandtexassnowman@gmail.com

If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com

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Hosts Chris Sewall and Jeremy Donson kick off the eighteenth episode of Collector Investor Podcast with some hot topics in the card industry. The guys open with the news of Gamestop offer to buy eBay. What would be the impact on the industry? What does it mean for the small businesses in the hobby?  Also, they discuss the PSA boycott in May, is it a good idea? There is a new $500 card case out, by M1nt, and what do the guys feel about this. Last, the guys discuss a question brought up by the team at Sports Card Clubhouse- When does a dealer need to refund a buyer?

To see our Q&A- go check it out on Thursday on Sports Card Clubhouse on YouTube or anywhere you find your podcast!

If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at Chrisandtexassnowman@gmail.com

If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com

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Hosts Chris Sewall and Jeremy Donson kick off the seventeenth episode of Collector Investor Podcast with some hot topics in the card industry. The guys discuss the red-hot card market. Who gets the credit for it, Fanatics? And is this a great time to sell?  Also, they discuss Fanatics credit card, is this a good idea for the industry? Then the guy's answer- questions of the day. One question is about the future of rookie cards. Another question is about, what sport is trending up. We end with producers' corner- what is the biggest collection you have ever purchased? And the answer is when the guys bought out someone's entire inventory at the National!

If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at Chrisandtexassnowman@gmail.com

If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com

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Hosts Chris Sewall and Jeremy Donson kick off the Eighteenth episode of Collector Investor Podcast with a hot topic- Should eBay resellers be held accountable for cancelling orders? The guys then discuss a recent PMG sale, where a PSA 9, sold for 5X of a PSA 6, is it crazy to pay that premium for grade on such a rare card? Then the guys discuss counterfeit cards, recently PSA released a report on cards that get faked the most! Jeremy recently went to a deal, and the seller had 3 fake Micheal Jordan 1986 Fleer cards. The guys end with draft of the day! This might be the best one yet! The guys draft $100,000 GOAT cards, to build a sports card index. Who do you think won?

If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at Chrisandtexassnowman@gmail.com

If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com

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Hosts Mike (Junk Wax Hero) and Jeremy Donson kick off the Nineteenth episode of Collector Investor Podcast with a hot topic- is PSA going to shut down because of being overloaded? What's their thoughts on the increased turnaround times? The guys then discuss a recent trend of cards being autographed to appear to be pack pulled. The guy's debate, pack pulled autos vs in-person. Then the guys discuss reholdering cards at PSA, and if that means they are allowed to regrade the card? Last, Mike and Jeremy have the draft of the day- What is the most iconic junk wax card? Can Jeremy unseat Mike, in his own arena?

If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at Chrisandtexassnowman@gmail.com

If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com

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Hosts Chris Sewall and Jeremy Donson kick off the Twenty-first episode of Collector Investor Podcast with a hot topic- PSA has shut down some of their grading services! What will this impact be on the card market? And who is to blame? Was this the right move by PSA? Sewall then finds out; he got roasted last episode! The guys then discuss a recent video on Sports Card Clubhouse by Graig about altering sports cards. They share if its right or wrong and why grading companies aren't catching it. The guy's then do an experiment- Sewall writes 3 Luka Doncic autographs and Snowman has to guess which ones are real and which are fake!  Last, Chris and Jeremy answer questions of the day!

If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at Chrisandtexassnowman@gmail.com

If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com

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Hosts Chris Sewall and Jeremy Donson kick off the Twentieth episode of Collector Investor Podcast with a hot topic- our Ohtani prices ever going to fall? Is this a first of its kind in the card market? And should you buy his cards now, or wait? The guys then discuss the recent trend of modern players scribbling autographs. The guy's debate, what grading company would they use for a modern card.  Last, Chris and Jeremy tell everyone- What deal did you buy, that you lost the most money on?

If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at Chrisandtexassnowman@gmail.com

If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com

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Hosts Chris Sewall and Jeremy Donson kick off the Twenty-third episode of Collector Investor Podcast with a hot topic- how many sports card collectors are left? They also debate- is A.I. being used in cards and should it?  The guys have 3 questions of the day. They discuss if grading should slab cards, that don't meet the expected grade of the submitter? They field a question about OCD and if they have it when it comes to collecting. And they do the 5 rapid fire questions of the day, from Junk Wax Rookie!  Last, Chris and Jeremy do Draft Of The Day! What is the best Topps set design of the 1950's?

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If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at Chrisandtexassnowman@gmail.com

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Hosts Chris Sewall and Jeremy Donson kick off the Twenty-second episode of Collector Investor Podcast with a hot topic- are big sports card dealers creating a bull market? They also debate- should dealers be allowed to buy cards prior to the show opening?  The guys have a big announcement about the National! If you're going, you'll want to hear it! They discuss that Geoff is opening up more card shops and if it's good for the hobby? They field a question about autographs and how confident PSA is when authenticating them.  Last, Chris and Jeremy answer producers' corner- what is the most expensive card in your PC?

If you're interested in reaching out to Chris and Jeremy to sell your collection, you can email them directly at Chrisandtexassnowman@gmail.com

If you would like to consign your collection or bid in the next CIA auction, you can visit- https://collectorinvestorauctions.com

Check out Chris YouTube Channel-  @collectorinvestordealer 

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