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Sports Cards Nonsense

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Mar 31, 2025 • 1h 33min

Aram Leighton on the 2025 Bowman Baseball Set and the 2024 MLB Draft Class. Plus, Caitlin Clark Sets Another Record and Mailbag!

After learning more about the secret life of their new producer, Mike and Jesse open the show by discussing Caitlin Clark’s record-setting card, card grading, their thoughts on sellers disclosing information versus buyers doing their due diligence, and more (00:00). Then, they welcome Aram Leighton of The Just Baseball Show to talk about top MLB prospects, how the 2024 draft class forecasts for the big leagues, and their thoughts on the 2025 Bowman baseball set (28:48). To close out the show, the guys take mailbag questions (01:04:54). And … is Mike Trout on the move?Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Aram LeightonProducer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 27, 2025 • 1h 2min

MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand on Opening Day, 2025 Predictions, and Prospects to Watch

On this special MLB Opening Day edition of the program, Mike and Jesse begin by taking some calls from the listeners (00:00). Then, MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand joins the show to discuss his outlook for the 2025 season, MVP candidates, the guys who are flying under the radar, top prospects, MLB expansion, and more (28:58).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Mark FeinsandProducer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 24, 2025 • 1h 27min

The 400th Episode: Worst Takes, the Past and Future of Collecting, and Performance-Enhancing Drugs’ Impact on the Card Market

In their historic 400th episode of the show, Mike and Jesse celebrate the only way they know how: by beginning the show talking about the evolution of card collecting and current market trends (00:00). Plus, they reflect on some of their worst takes before welcoming listener of the show Lane Dukart to discuss his ’90s card sets, the art of card grading, the future of card collecting, the impact of performance-enhancing drug accusations on the worth of a card, and more (22:58)Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Lane DukartProducer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 20, 2025 • 1h 3min

Kyle Kravitz on Card Flipping, the Emotional Component of Collecting, and the Industry’s Evolution. Plus, the Joe Hollywood Controversy!

Mike and Jesse begin by discussing the recent controversy surrounding Joe Hollywood before welcoming card content creator Kyle Kravitz, who joins the guys to talk about how he got his start in the card collecting business, the emotional component of collecting, his strategies for buying and selling cards, his biggest sales, the evolving landscape of card shows, and more (08:48). Plus, the guys talk about some news and notes like the Celtics’ record-breaking sale, the NCAA tournament, and more (38:40).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Kyle KravitzProducer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 17, 2025 • 1h 2min

The Rickey Henderson Collector

Mike, Jesse, and Mike’s Dad are joined by the Rickey Henderson collector, Kent Corser, to discuss his collection, Rickey's career, and much more. Later, in NFL card news, the guys are joined by Nick Andrews to discuss controversy in a certain card opening on Joe Hollywood’s stream.Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Kent Corser and Nick AndrewsProducers: Dev Renaldo and Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 13, 2025 • 1h 7min

Nick Bell Talks Instant Rips, Transparency, and Fanatics Live Expansion

Join Nick Bell, CEO of Fanatics Collect and Fanatics Live, as he discusses the innovative launch of Instant Rips, a game-changer in the digital repacking world. He emphasizes the importance of transparency for collectors, featuring dynamic checklists and comprehensive product details. The conversation explores shipping logistics, highlights the intriguing Paul Skenes card auction, and touches on the exciting international expansion of Fanatics Live, all while navigating the evolving landscape of sports card collecting.
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Mar 11, 2025 • 1h 4min

From Dublin to Phoenix: Card Show Highlights, and Tackling the Hobby's Challenges

Jesse and Mike reunite in the studio, this time joined by Jason Shepherd, owner of Shep's Cards & Collectibles. They begin by recapping Jesse's recent trip to Dublin, his experience at the Dublin card show, and dive into the European sports card market (0:00). Later, Mike shares insights from a recent event in Phoenix (14:30). The trio then discusses Fanatics' impact on card shops, the need for accountability in the hobby, and the ongoing challenges surrounding product allocation (28:52).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Jason ShepherdProducer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 3, 2025 • 51min

Major PC Updates and What Drives Set Values. Plus, Tory From DC Sports Joins

Mike is back with another solo show! He starts off by sharing major PC updates and predicting what will be the next big thing in the hobby for collectors (01:39). Next, he clarifies his thoughts on selling valuable cards (08:15) and discusses the value of wide receiver cards in the next year (18:49). Finally, he is joined by Tory from DC Sports to talk grading, NFL card value during the season, predictions and trends for NBA values, and much more (25:54).Hosts: Mike GioseffiGuest: Tory from DC SportsProducer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Feb 27, 2025 • 1h 4min

Solo Show Kickoff: Topps Chrome and Basketball With Adam Gray

Mike starts off the first of three solo shows while Jesse is away. He shares his first thoughts on Topps Chrome Football (0:00) before switching gears to the basketball card market with Adam Gray (9:00). Together, they explore rising stars like Cade Cunningham and Paolo Banchero, discuss veteran icons like Stephen Curry, and reflect on their personal journeys in card collecting.Host: Mike GioseffiGuest: Adam GrayProducer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Feb 25, 2025 • 1h 7min

WhatNot Policy Shake-Up, and Michael Rubin's Take on Breakers and Card Shops

Mike and Jesse break down WhatNot's recent video policy update (7:20). They also discuss Michael Rubin's comments at Topps Rip Night on the relationship between breakers and card shops, and its impact on card pricing (14:20). Later, they touch on Victor Wembanyama’s season-ending injury and the ripple effects on the NBA card market (28:30).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonProducer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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