Coin Empire
This is a podcast about the coin industry, rare coins, business, entrepreneurship, investing, and all things currency. Mel and Luke (the hosts) talk with two coin experts who work in the business their opinions on a plethora of topics and pick their brains and bring that information to you. Mel is interested in the coin side and Luke is interested in the Business side of the conversation so we try to leave no stone or coin unturned. Our aim is to keep these episodes short and sweet within the 20 to 30 minute time frame. Hope you enjoy!
Episodes
16 episodes
Episode 16: Shipping Theft, Broken Coin Machines, & New 2023 Items
In today's episode the crew takes a small currency quiz, talks about shipping prices and theft, and what new items are out for 2023. If you enjoy this episode please share it with someone who could get value from it. If you have any feedback of...
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23:49
Episode 15: Advice For New Buyers, Coin Show Attitudes, & Current Events
Hey guys, today's episode talks about what to do if it's your first time buying, attitudes of buyers and sellers at coin shows, and what's going on in the world and how to react. Thanks for listening! If you have any questions, comments, concer...
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Episode 15
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26:13
Episode 14: Reasons for Selling & Buying, Apprenticeships, & How to Organize
In today's episode the crew talks about customer stories of why they're selling or buying. We talk about why people start coin businesses vs working for other companies, and why it is such a struggle to stay organized in the coin world. Please ...
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31:33
Episode 13: Predictions, Spot Price Vs Premiums, And Student Loan Forgiveness
Today the crew talks about predictions for the future, why the spot is going down but premiums are going up, and opinions on college and student loan forgiveness. If you have a question or comment for the show, you can email those in to askcoin...
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29:33
Episode 12: Websites, Owners Vs Operators, And Shipping Timelines
In today's episode the crew talks about Empire Gold and Silver's website, some funny descriptions, shipping times to customers, and the difference between owning, operating, and went to make the switch from one to the other. Enjoy! Please email...
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32:24
Episode 11: Recent Shows, Jewelry, Marketing, And The Next Generation
On today's episode the crew talks about Wes and Wes' latest coin show and how their strategy has changed from selling to buying. We talk about different demographics at coin shows, strategies for getting the younger generation involved, jewelry...
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28:56
Episode 10: Current Events, Inflation, And Organizing
In today's episode the crew talks about the lack of organization in the coin industry, how inflation influences trading, and strengths and weaknesses of different personalities. Submit your questions in at askcoinempire@gmail.com and we'll get ...
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31:25
Episode 9: Cleaning, Toning, And What To Take To The Bank
In today's episode the crew talks a little about the early days, how Wes got into business, Cleaning coins, Toning on coins, and more. If you want a question answered on the podcast, email your questions in at askcoinempire@gmail.com and we wou...
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18:34
Episode 8: Leadership/Management Styles
In today's episode, the crew discusses different leadership and management styles and how to lead from the middle of the pack. Hope you enjoy. Please email us at askcoinempire.com with any questions or comment and we will address those on the s...
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17:53
Episode 7: Starting Out and Small Business Tips
In today's episode the crew talks about when to hire employees, how important trust and common sense are in this line of work, and more. Hope you enjoy. Submit your questions in at askcoinempire@gmail.com and we'll get them answered on the show...
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23:49
Episode 6: Customer Stories
In today's episode the crew talks about funny stories and customer interactions. We also touch on when to go above and beyond, give people discounts, and how to deal with difficult people. Fun conversations as always. If you enjoyed the content...
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22:09
Episode 5: All Things Coin Shows
On today's episode the crew focuses on coin shows; what they are, what they're like, and how to get the best price. All that and more in this episode. Hope you enjoy. If you have any questions you want answered on the show or comments for us, y...
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19:12
Episode 4: All Things Grading
In today's episode, Mel and Luke are talking to Wes (Turner) and Wes about all things Grading. They go over some tips on grading by eye, the top grading services, and pros and cons of having coins graded. Hope you enjoy!
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32:35
Episode 3: Basic Terms and Language for Beginners
Again our hosts, Mel and Luke are joined by Wes (Turner) and Wes to talk about basic terms and language for beginners. They go over basic wording and phrasing, as well as talk about tips for getting started, bullion, and much more. Hope you enj...
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16:35
Episode 2: Collecting and Investing
In today's episode we, (Mel and Luke) are joined again by Wes (Turner) and Wes to discuss the differences in collecting and investing in regards to coins, pros and cons of each, and more! Hope you enjoy.
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16:53
Episode 1: Who We Are and What We Do
Today is the first episode of the Coin Empire Podcast where the hosts, Mel and Luke interview two men who work in the world of coins. Wes (Turner) and Wes discuss who they are, what they do, and some tips on how to get started. Hope you enjoy.
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Episode 1
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