Source:
https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-nukd3-1712703
An exploration of Al 'Mr. Mint' Rosen's impact on the sports card collecting community, including strategies and alliances that propelled him, featuring anecdotes about key figures like Mike Gordon, John Broggi, Dick DeCourcy, Joey Esposito, Brian Morris, and Lou Lipset. This episode unveils the dynamics of trust, market pricing, and the evolution of business models within the hobby.
00:21 Remembering Mr. Mint
01:19 Dick DeCourcy's Early Days and Business Acumen
02:52 The Art of Deals and Distribution
05:04 Questions and Reflections on the Hobby
07:32 Mr. Mint's Business Strategy
08:30 Collaborations and Friendships
11:01 The Financial Dynamics of the Hobby
11:41 Debates on Market Influence
13:47 Hobby Feuds and Final Thoughts