In this episode of Sports Cards Are Dope, Tyler breaks down the record-breaking sale of the 2007-08 Upper Deck Exquisite Dual Logoman Autograph featuring Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant — the most expensive sports card ever sold at $12.932 million.

We cover why it went so high, what makes it unique, and what it means for the future of the hobby.

Timestamps:

• 0:01 – Welcome + quick recap of the $13M sale
• 2:30 – Why this Jordan-Kobe card is different
• 5:20 – The power of combining two player bases
• 7:40 – The uniqueness of MJ’s 50th Anniversary gold patch
• 10:25 – Autograph scarcity: Kobe gone, MJ rare
• 14:00 – Real scarcity vs manufactured scarcity
• 17:00 – How this sale shapes the hobby
• 20:00 – Top 5 most expensive cards ever sold

Learn how the power of silence can change your negotiations at card shows, shops, or even buying a car. Inspired by Chris Voss’ Never Split the Difference, we explore why silence is uncomfortable, how to use it strategically, and real-world examples of it working in the hobby.

Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro & Chris Voss inspiration
0:42 – Why humans hate silence
2:30 – Strategic silence in card deals
4:45 – The text message “read but not replied” analogy
6:15 – Counting to seven in your head
7:40 – Using silence after counteroffers
9:10 – Real-life example at The National
11:30 – Silence as your best negotiation weapon

In this episode of Sports Cards Are Dope, Tyler dives into the psychology of negotiations at card shows. Inspired by Chris Voss’ Never Split the Difference, he shares practical tactics like mirroring, labeling, and tactical empathy that help you build better relationships with dealers and get the cards you want—without burning bridges.

Timestamps:

• 0:00 – Intro: Deals Start with Conversations
• 1:30 – Why Reading the Room Matters
• 5:00 – Mirroring Technique (Chris Voss Method)
• 8:00 – Labeling Emotions in Negotiations
• 12:00 – Tactical Empathy with Dealers
• 16:00 – How to Position Yourself “With” the Seller
• 19:00 – Recap & Closing Thoughts