In Episode 6 of The Trading Card Playbook, Nik sits down with Jordan Whitney, owner of Big J’s Cards and Collectibles in the Boston area, to explore his journey from a second-generation collector to an active seller working local shows, eBay, and Whatnot.

Jordan shares how a childhood passion for cards — sparked by going to shows with his father on Cape Cod — eventually came full circle after rediscovering his old collection, including a Tom Brady rookie that reignited his interest in the hobby. From there, the conversation dives into his selling strategy, why he focuses primarily on baseball, and how he navigates today’s fast-changing sports card market.

Beyond the hobby itself, this episode strongly connects sports cards to financial literacy. Jordan breaks down real-world concepts like buying below comps, understanding pla ...