

Sports Cards Nonsense
Sports Cards Nonsense
A podcast featuring Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson that’s about sports, the Sports card market, and how to make money with this hobby. Who you should be buying and selling - along with the occasional fantasy football advice.
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Nov 4, 2025 • 1h 1min
LIVE Contract Negotation, eBay's Adam Ireland Joins, NFL QB Rankings
Who wants SCN merch? Jesse Gibson and Mike Gioseffi start the show by going off-script with a live contract negotiation for Jesse.
Then Adam Ireland, eBay's Vice President and General Manager, Global Collectibles joins the show to talk about all things eBay from sports cards to watches and more. We also dive into what Adam collects including 49ers players and lots of soccer. And, a fan of the show, he knows the guys love a quiz and hosted a round of "Who is the most searched athlete on eBay" guess-off.
The guys also make a phone call to the UK before taking a mailbag question on the top NFL rookies this year. It's Jaxson Dart and then everyone else. Plus, which quarterbacks rank top 10 in quarterback ranking this season? Mike tries to guess. Can you do better than he did? Let us know in the comments! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 31, 2025 • 1h 10min
Insider Hockey Tips, Big Announcement + Ohtani Dip Incoming?
PSA and eBay have a new partnership. Is it actually good news for the hobby? Jesse Gibson is joined by Alex AKA Clever Cuban Cards for today's episode and they're joined by Doug Plagens, the radio voice of the Florida Panthers who will be joining the Sports Cards Nonsense Media Network with a new hockey podcast, Nonsense on Ice!
Doug shares some expert tips on collecting hockey cards and the Young Guns to be keeping an eye on in the hockey world from Jimmy Smnuggeraud to Zane Parekin. They also talk Bedard, McDavid, Gretzky and more.
Plus, the guys talk Shoehei Ohtani (yes, again) and whether a dip is coming for his market, as well as Jesse's MASSIVE Disney pull. After having the biggest pull of his career a few months ago, he topped it this past week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 28, 2025 • 1h 19min
Biggest Loss in Sports Cards History + An Enemy Joins the Show
In today's episode of the Sports Cards Nonsense, Mike and Jesse are joined by Professor Sports Cards, a seasoned collector and YouTube personality known for his candid takes on the hobby. The guys discuss the current state of the sports card market, the impact of overprinting, and the allure of vintage autograph rookies, which Professor enjoys collecting. They also debate the value of modern players like Shohei Ohtani and Patrick Mahomes, and explore the dynamics of card breaking and its influence on prices.
Mike also shares his latest PC pickup, why community building is essential for successful card breaking businesses and the challenges faced by breakers in maintaining engagement, as well as the Babe Ruth sale that just lost $3 MILLION.Plus, will Ohtani prices come down or is the current market here to stay? The guys answer that question in today's mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 23, 2025 • 1h 3min
Wemby Hype > Ohtani? Gambling Scandal & BCW Giveaway
The NBA is back and the first few games have certainly delivered and shaken up the hobby market. Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson are joined by a slew of guests include BCW Tim, Adam Gray, Eddie and Papa Gio to talk about the NBA season and Topps basketball's release.
Papa Gio has some mafia intel for us on the bombshell gambling arrests this morning.
Tune in for a can't miss episode that talks Luka, Wemby, KD, Steph and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 21, 2025 • 1h 1min
Ohtani 10Xing, Card Show News, Big Release Week
Did Shohei Ohtani just play the best game of any baseball player in the history of Major League Baseball? Mike and Jesse are back with a new episode of Sports Cards Nonsense that keys in on Ohtani's massive sports card market.
Drake Maye and Bo Nix continue to have their markets grow, too.
The Hobby Handbook's Clever Cuban Cards joins the show via the phone to join the discussion on the Nashville Card Show, which all three of the guys were at over the weekend. Alex spent $20,000 on 1,700 cards at the show! Mike and Jesse had a great time meeting many of you... And some disrespectful children.
Plus, they answer mailbag questions on the decrease in collectors but increase in repackers. And, is PSA all-in on repackers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 17, 2025 • 1h
GOATS and Grails: Card Market on the Rise
Mike and Jesse analyze the recent trends in the sports card market, focusing on the rising values of iconic players from legends like Kobe Bryant, and Ken Griffey Jr., to Willie Mays. But they're not the only ones whose market is up. The guys also delve into the factors driving these changes. Today's discussion also covers the impact of modern players such as Patrick Mahomes and the role of investment groups in shaping card values.
We also take a look at a cool promotion from Arena Club featuring a $100,000 2003-04 Jordan Exquisite patch auto super grail. Be sure to use code SCN20 on your first Arena Club purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 14, 2025 • 58min
Major QB Hobby Moves, Dark Horse Buy, Pricing Game with dcsports87
Mike and Jesse delve into the fluctuating values of quarterbacks like Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels and Bo Nix, as well as recent product releases and the strategies for buying, selling, and grading cards.
Special guest Tory Hermens from DCSports87 joins to discuss the latest Bowman Chrome price trends, the impact of international prospects on the market, and leads a 'name the price of that card' game. Don't forget to download the dcsports87 app and check out their eBay Live auctions!
Plus, we answer mailbag questions on everything from the MLB pitcher market to Aaron Judge's potential market fall, Whatnot repack policies, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 10, 2025 • 1h 9min
The Rise of Drake Maye and Bo Nix, Card Vault's Growth, Offseason MLB Pickups
Mike Gioseffi is joined by Cut the Nonsense's Joe Wysmierski as he fills in for a recovering Jesse. They discuss the rise of quarterbacks Bo Nix and Drake Maye, Jared Goff's long-term value and what to do with Aaron Judge cards this offseason.
Then Matt Varao of Card Vault Breaks joins the show, who shares details on the company's expansion plans and unique collector experiences.
The episode also examines the debate over licensed versus unlicensed rookie cards, offering a deep dive into market trends and player valuations.
Mike and Joe end by answering your mailbag questions on everything from The Big Dumper to Black and White Shimmer Autos, offseason MLB pickups, breaker pricing and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 7, 2025 • 44min
Jesse's Big Card Sale, Card Vault Expansion, and Market Dynamics
Mike joins us from vacation and catches us up on his time off. Jesse details a significant Disney card sale, highlighting the excitement and process behind the Walt Disney 1 of 1 transaction. We also cover the latest news on Card Vault's expansion, discussing the implications of new locations in the sports card market. Additionally, we touch on the current state of market competition -- or lack thereof -- and what it means for collectors. Plus, Mike teases some breaking news coming on Thursday's episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 2, 2025 • 1h 20min
Arena Club's Founder Talks the Future of Collecting; Whatnot to Regulate Repacks
Brian Lee, the visionary Founder and CEO of Arena Club, shares his journey from passionate collector to entrepreneurial success. He discusses the innovative use of AI in card grading and the importance of transparency in digital marketplaces. Brian highlights the booming international market and the necessity for legitimate repack standards, reflecting on lessons learned from previous mistakes. Listeners will also hear about Arena Club's exciting plans for future expansion into trading card games and non-sport collectibles.


