Red Book Podcast

How big is the Morgan Silver Dollar market, and what's really driving demand for GSA Carson City Silver Dollars? In this episode of the Greysheet: Gen X, Gen Z Podcast , John Feigenbaum and Hunter Hicks sit down with Steven Yaffe of Imperial Coin Exchange to get an inside look at one of the busiest segments of the rare coin business. Steven shares his experience as a major wholesale market mak...

What if the coins in your collection could reveal the untold history of America? 🇺🇸🪙 In this fascinating episode of the Red Book Podcast , we take a deep dive into the history of American coinage with numismatic researcher and award-winning author Mike Moran, alongside Todd Imhof of Heritage Auctions. Discussing Moran’s book When Coins Were King, this episode explores how gold and silver shaped A...

How do you know if an ancient coin is authentic, what makes it valuable, and how has third-party grading changed the world of coin collecting? In this episode of the Greysheet Podcast , host John Feigenbaum sits down with world-renowned ancient coin expert David Vagi of NGC and numismatic authority Ursula Kampmann for a fascinating discussion about ancient coins, coin authentication, grading, and...

The rare coin market is heating up! Are rare coins becoming one of the most attractive alternative investments, and how will artificial intelligence change the future of coin collecting? In Part 2 of the Greysheet Market Report, host John Feigenbaum welcomes back John McGrath of Charleston Rare Coin Company for an in-depth discussion about the booming rare coin market, rising CAC premiums, high-en...

In this episode of the Red Book Podcast , host Jeff Garrett sits down with So-Called Dollar expert and dealer Jeff Shevlin to explore one of the most interesting and overlooked areas of coin collecting. So-Called Dollars are historically important medals, generally about the size of a silver dollar, that commemorate events in American history. But as Jeff Shevlin explains, these aren't simply...

eBay is making a major move in the collectible coin market with its new Authenticity Guarantee program — and it could change the way collectors buy and sell coins online. In this episode of the Gen X vs Gen Z: Greysheet Podcast, John Feigenbaum and Hunter Hicks sit down with Heather Klein, eBay’s GM of Collectibles Expansion, to get the inside story on eBay’s new authentication program and what it...

What exactly is a Hobo Nickel — and why can some of these carved coins sell for thousands of dollars? In this episode of the Greysheet Market Report Podcast , John Feigenbaum sits down with longtime collector Candice Kagin to explore the fascinating world of Hobo Nickels — a unique intersection of American history, folk art, and numismatics. Candice shares the story behind her collection of more t...

In this episode of the Greysheet Podcast , John Feigenbaum and Patrick recorded live at the 🔥🔥 RED HOT 🔥🔥 2026 FUN show Listen to their Expert Insights, Trends & More on the U.S. Rare Coin Market! Join us for a comprehensive breakdown of the FUN Convention In this episode, we discuss the bustling atmosphere of the show, the impact of silver prices, major auction highlights, and the latest...

Gold approaching $5,000, silver pushing toward $100, record-breaking coin auctions, and the biggest coin programs in decades — this episode covers it all. In this Greysheet Podcast , John Feigenbaum, CEO of Whitman Brands, takes you behind the scenes of the global coin and precious metals market during one of the most pivotal moments in numismatic history. Recorded just hours before departing for...

On this episode of the Greysheet Podcast , John Feigenbaum and Ursula Kampmann live from the 20th Berlin World Money Fair, the world’s largest modern coin show, for a fast-paced walkthrough of what’s happening on the floor. This year’s show opened with record-breaking crowds, limited-edition coin releases, and some of the most creative mint booths we’ve ever seen — from towering architectural desi...

In this episode of the Red Book Podcast , host Jeff Garrett Senior Editor of the Red Book, engages in a compelling conversation with Adam Crum, President of Finest Known Rare Coins. They dive into Adam's extensive background spanning over 40 years in numismatics, his specialization in Carson City Morgan Dollars, and his adventures with Shipwreck Gold Bars. The episode covers the significance o...

On this episode of the Red Book Podcast , we welcome Shannon Rajkitkul, Founder & CEO of Paradigm Coins, to discuss the world of high-end rare coins, elite collections, and today’s premium coin market. Shannon began his numismatic journey at Stack's Bowers Galleries on 57th Street in New York and has since built one of the industry’s leading specialty firms focused on PCGS- and CAC-quality...

Are ancient coins a good investment? Where should beginners start? In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of ancient coin collecting, from Roman emperors to stunning Greek masterpieces. Joining this episode of the Greysheet Podcast is ancient coin expert Ursula Kampmann, who shares practical advice for beginners, investment insights, and the historical importance behind some of the most...

In this episode of the Greysheet Podcast we dive into the fascinating world of numismatics with renowned scholar Dr. Ursula Kampmann as she returns to discuss Europe’s top coin shows, a historic royal coin collection coming to auction, and the growing challenge of counterfeit coins. In this episode, we explore:Highlights from the Munich Numismata coin fairDifferences between European and American...

Join us on the Red Book Podcast as we sit down with legendary coin dealer Laura Sperber of Legend Numismatics. Laura was recently inducted into the PCGS Hall of Fame. From finding her first wheat penny as a child to handling some of the rarest and most valuable coins in history—including the famous 1913 Liberty Nickel—Laura shares her incredible journey in numismatics as one of the first women to...

In this episode of the Red Book Podcast , we sit down with Amanda Moffett, Supervisory Document Analyst for the U.S. Secret Service Counterfeit Forensics Division. With nearly two decades of experience analyzing counterfeit U.S. currency, Amanda explains how counterfeiters operate, how the Secret Service investigates financial crimes, and what collectors and dealers must watch out for in today’s m...

In this April 2026 edition of the Greysheet Podcast , John Feigenbaum sits down with Noah Lehmann-Haupt and Owen Seymour, co-founders of Rarity7 (R7 Rarities), one of the most respected new voices in high-end U.S. rare coins. Noah and Owen share their origin stories, how they built a trusted dealer-collector relationship, their unique business model focused on premium quality coins, and why workin...

In this episode of the Red Book Podcast , John Feigenbaum and Jeff Garrett sit down together to break down two of the most important releases in numismatics: 📚 Mega Red 10th Edition📕 2027 Red Book (A Guide Book of United States Coins)We dive deep into: What’s NEW in Mega Red 10th EditionMajor upgrades and changes in the 2027 Red BookWhy collectors should care about pricing, varieties, and gradin...

In this episode of the Paper Money Podcast , we break down the latest updates in the U.S. paper money market, including potential changes to banknote designs, the future of printed currency, and what collectors need to know in 2026. We also dive into the booming rare banknote market, highlighting major auction results, including a nearly $100,000 Hong Kong note and record-breaking Philippine issue...

Mark Lighterman, President of the ANA, joins Jeff Garrett on the Red Book Podcast to discuss how he got started collecting mint errors, his specialty areas, mentors who shaped his collecting, casino chips & tokens, the FUN show, ANA governance and membership, education initiatives (Summer Seminar & ANA Diploma program), and the USA250 / National Coin Week opportunities. Subscribe for more...

In this episode of the Greysheet Podcast , John Feigenbaum welcomes Ursula Kampmann and a rare appearance by Ulrich Künker, president of Künker Auctions, for an extraordinary deep dive into “The Imperial Collection” — one of the most important European numismatic collections ever to come to market. This historic collection was assembled by the Prussian royal family and German emperors of the House...

In this fascinating episode of the Red Book Podcast , Jeff Garrett sits down with legendary numismatic literature expert David Fanning of Kolbe & Fanning Numismatic Booksellers — the world’s longest-running rare numismatic literature firm. From $14,000 coin books and annotated auction catalogs to the origins of die varieties, provenance research, and the evolution of coin photography, this epi...

In this episode of the Greysheet Podcast , John Feigenbaum sits down with professional numismatist Brian Timmons of BTRC Coin & Gold to discuss the fascinating intersection of classic and modern coin collecting. Brian shares insights from over 25 years in the rare coin industry, including:• Why modern U.S. Mint releases can skyrocket — or collapse• The story behind the 2014 Gold Kennedy frenzy...

In this episode of the Greysheet Market Report Podcast , host John Feigenbaum sits down with longtime coin dealer and former PNG President James Sego to discuss the state of the rare coin and bullion markets. James shares insights from nearly four decades in the coin business, including why bullion now represents most dealer volume, what he's seeing in the collector coin market, and how modern...

In this episode of the Red Book Podcast , Patrick Ian Perez and Jeff Garrett share their experience attending the 75th International Association of Professional Numismatists (IAPN) Congress in Rome, Italy. In this conversation, they discuss:• What the IAPN is and why it matters to collectors and dealers• The membership process and standards of the organization• Legislative challenges affecting coi...