89. Alperen Şengün Cards EXPLODE at the 2025 Istanbul Card Show!
Description
John and Will sit down to recount their whirlwind weekend as vendors at the Istanbul Card Show 2025. From the early mornings and long hours behind the table to the constant energy of collectors stopping by, they share the real grind of being on the vendor side of a major card event—where fatigue becomes part of the package. But this wasn’t just any show. Selling in Turkey brought its own unique twists, far removed from the classic playbook of card culture in the U.S. or Europe.One highlight? The absolute frenzy around Alperen Şengün cards. Fresh off the Turkish National Team’s EuroBasket success, Turkish collectors have finally gone all-in on Alpy, and John and Will found themselves right in the middle of the mania. They break down what the surge in demand means for the market, and why this feels like a potential launching point for card culture in Turkey.Beyond the sales, the guys rave about the smooth organization, the passion of local collectors, and the way the show felt like a true milestone for the community. Packed with funny vendor stories, cultural surprises, and plenty of hobby talk, this episode is a fun, insightful recap of two unforgettable days in Istanbul.
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