EP #20 – $1.8M Pulls & a $250K Gamble: The Wild Rise of Grand Slam Collectibles | 25/8 Podcast

On this episode of the 25/8 Podcast, hosts Keith Kilgore and Johnny Free sit down with Nathan Burns, founder of Grand Slam Collectibles and the man behind the legendary Grand Slam After Hours.Nathan shares how chasing a Jordan rookie as a kid turned into building one of America’s most recognized card shops. From selling his dad’s gift just to keep the lights on, to risking $250,000 on 39 sealed cases of 1989 Upper Deck, to hosting the break where a $1.8 million Justin Herbert 1/1 Shield RPA was pulled — his story is pure hustle, faith, and community.You’ll also hear about the early Facebook Live days, Ric Flair signings, million-dollar hits, and why generosity is Nathan’s true secret weapon.🎯 Best Moments:(01:15) The Jordan rookie card that started it all.(03:50) Selling his dad’s gift on day one — and buying it back later.(07:00) How Grand Slam After Hours became a social media phenomenon.(09:30) Ric Flair, Facebook, and the power of community.(15:40) The $250,000 find: 39 cases of Upper Deck hidden since 1989.(23:30) A Justin Herbert pull worth $1.8 million.(30:10) The Golden Nugget chase packs and why people love the gamble.(36:00) Giving kids free packs — why small gestures make the biggest impact.(42:00) Busting $300 packs live on the show.(45:28) Rapid fire: Chick-fil-A orders, favorite music, and his last concert.(48:06) Favorite Kentucky football memories and why Will Levis is “his guy.”🔥 If you believe in hustle, authenticity, and the thrill of the chase — from cardboard to community — this episode is for you.Smash that LIKE ❤️, drop us a COMMENT 🗨️, and SUBSCRIBE 🔔 to join the 25/8 movement — where legends, entrepreneurs, and storytellers share life lessons 25 hours a day, 8 days a week.👉 Visit us at https://www.258podcast.com