S4 Episode 4: A PSA Return and Detroit Mike Shares his Collection

In this episode, Detroit Mike shares his journey into collecting, his incredible collection of vintage memorabilia and cards, and insights into the hobby's evolution. We also discuss PSA grading, rare finds, and tips for collectors. In this episode, Detroit Mike shares his lifelong passion for sports memorabilia and vintage cards, including stories about collecting Al Kaline's collection, his unique memorabilia, and insights into vintage sets like the 1962 Jell O cards. Discover how his collection reflects deep nostalgia and the joy of preserving sports history. 🎥 Instagram: @packtothefuturepodcast ▶️ YouTube: Pack to the Future Podcast 💌 Email: [email protected] 🔴 Website: https://pttfpodcast.com 💰Promo Codes:  PACK- 10% off your zioncases.com order PTTFPOD - 10% off your BCW order PACK- 15% off your preza cards sl ab binder @ prezacards.com  Affiliate eBay link at pttfpodcast.com - click link and then shop as planned, the show gets a small cut in the process Chapters Timestamps 00:00 - Secret live stream intro and weekly show banter 03:17 - How to support the show with the website and eBay affiliate link 05:19 - Listener photo highlights and creative card placements 08:52 - Major eBay affiliate purchase results, including Ichiro and other big cards 12:49 - Mr. eBay Bucks giveaway and the Stone Cold Steve Austin win 17:37 - Shirt winner follow-up and National hotel pricing shock 23:40 - Introducing Detroit Mike and the collection connection 31:14 - Ricky’s PSA submission story and opening the card reveals 36:39 - Carter and Abel’s Pokemon PSA reveal begins 41:34 - Carter finds out his card got a PSA 10 42:55 - Ricky’s graded cards: Stafford Kaboom, Cabrera stained glass, and Mosaic triple 50:26 - Detroit Mike’s collecting origin story and never really stopping 54:30 - Buying from Al Kaline’s collection and the family connection 58:59 - Reggie Jackson’s All-Star Game ticket and the light tower inscription 61:40 - Tom Brady Lions tickets and the preseason and regular-season debut stubs 65:43 - Why Mike collects vintage card boxes and how he stores them 69:41 - The 1969 and 1970 Apollo moon set and how the issue was extended 71:33 - Batman and Disney vintage collecting, including signed Adam West material 74:42 - The bat rack and what brings Mike the most joy in his office 78:46 - The Disney lunch pail package Chad opens on air 82:37 - Mike’s family hobby investment idea inspired by the show 87:03 - Detroit plans for the National and hosting future hangouts 88:28 - The story behind the Joe DeSa signed card 89:30 - The rare Jell-O and pudding box collection 94:21 - Mike’s collecting philosophy and why he enjoys the show