Crystal Hur

Crystal Hur, a markets reporter focusing on financial markets and collectibles, discusses the surprising investment potential of Pokémon cards. She shares stories of collectors profiting from their childhood finds and reveals high-profile card auctions, like a Pikachu that fetched $500,000. The podcast explores the pandemic-driven surge in card interest and the influence of social media on prices. However, Hur also warns of market risks, including fraud and overproduction, highlighting the delicate balance between nostalgia and speculative investment.