Episode 23: Collector Spotlight with Cleve Bosher

In this nostalgic and knowledge-packed episode of Sports Cards and a Cup of Joe, host Joe Davis sits down with longtime friend, Metro Atlanta dealer, and vintage brilliant aficionado Cleve Bosher for a conversation every collector needs to hear.

From childhood card trades in 1970s classrooms to building out the legendary T206 set, Cleve opens up about what keeps him chasing cardboard decades later. Whether you’re a pure collector, a side hustle seller, or an investor, you’ll find gems in Cleve’s insights on building collections with heart, embracing grading, and navigating card shows like a pro.

Highlights:

• The Christmas Ty Cobb card that sparked a lifetime of collecting

• Why grading matters more now than ever 

• The collector vs. dealer mentality — and why Cleve walks both paths

• Scarcity over comps: How to spot undervalued cards with staying power

• Real talk for new collectors and first-time show dealers

• The thrill of owning Pop 1s and rare non-sports oddities 

Plus, a look ahead to Cleve’s expert breakdown of the T206 set in an upcoming episode!

Whether you're new to the hobby or 40 years deep, this episode is a celebration of passion, perspective, and the pursuit of the perfect card.

Tune in now — your collection (and your card show strategy) will thank you.