Axis Conversations CT: Pokémon Cards, Punch the Monkey, and Family Resilience
Feb 26, 2026
A record Pikachu card sale and the staying power of physical collectibles. New research on three habits resilient families practice. The moving story of an abandoned macaque and why it resonated. Quick cultural hits, from Olympic hockey viewership to viral TikTok trends and a fraught BAFTA moment.
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Record Pikachu Sale Sparks Card Investment Trend
- Logan Paul sold an ultra-rare Pikachu Illustrator card at auction for $16.4 million.
- The card was encased in a custom diamond necklace and highlights a craze where millions of graded Pokémon cards gained real-world investment value in 2025.
Three Habits That Predict Family Resilience
- Barna research finds resilient families share three habits: quick apologies, asking for help, and engaging in community life.
- The study used interviews with over 3,500 married adults in 2024 and classified only 14% of families as resilient versus 36% fragile.
Build Resilience By Practicing Three Family Habits
- Do invest intentionally in family practices like apologizing, seeking help, and community activities to build resilience.
- Axis invites listeners to support free resources through The Table to sustain conversation tools for families.