

Sports Cards Nonsense
The Ringer
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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Jun 10, 2024 • 1h 12min
Mike Throws a Tantrum and Jesse Can’t Say “Onion”
Mike and Jesse start the pod by discussing negativity in the hobby (0:36). Then they talk about Topps Series 2, recent NBA rookie pricing, and their plans for the national (5:56). Later, Mike throws a tantrum and Jesse tries to play a game (25:17). Finally, they answer your mailbag questions (36:41).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 6, 2024 • 1h 24min
Going Undercover at GameStop With Clever Cuban Cards
Mike and Jesse start the pod by discussing the NBA Finals (4:39). Then, they call GameStop to see what their process is like for buying sports cards (12:38). Later, they are joined by Alex LLansó from Clever Cuban Cards to talk more about GameStop, the card market, and content creation (22:20). Finally, they answer your mailbag questions (1:15:53).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Alex LLansóAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 4, 2024 • 57min
Mike and Jesse Bury the Hatchet
Mike and Jesse start the pod by discussing the future of the pod and their relationship (1:39). Then, they get into some hobby news, including the return of SGC specials, May’s GemRate numbers, and the new highest-priced Jordan card (18:06). Later, they answer your mailbag questions (43:10).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 30, 2024 • 52min
Top 10 All-Time NBA Players. Plus, What Resonates With Our Audience With Adam Gray and Joel’s Sports Cards.
Mike is running solo today! After Mike offers some advice off the top, Adam Gray of Basketball Card Fanatic joins the show to look back on how they both started out in the hobby, licensed vs. unlicensed producers, their top-10 all-time NBA players, and their Finals predictions (04:25). Afterward, longtime listener Joel’s Sports Cards hops on for a behind-the-scenes discussion about the pod, the audience that the show is trying to cultivate, and whether he has any valid criticisms about the show (39:11).Host: Mike GioseffiGuests: Adam Gray and Joel’s Sports CardsProducer: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 28, 2024 • 1h 21min
Interviewing the Owner of the World’s Greatest Griffey Collection
Mike and Jesse start the pod by talking about how the card market could be affected by a Mavericks-Celtics NBA finals (3:39). Then, they are joined Jason Vass to talk about his impressive Ken Griffey Jr. collection (24:16). Later they discuss some recent $2 million thefts and PSA no longer grading Optic Football (50:14). Finally, they answer your mailbag questions (1:03:46).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Jason VassAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 23, 2024 • 1h 7min
The Truth Behind the Jordan Rookie Card. Plus, NBA Market Update With Chris McGill.
Mike and Jesse start the pod by discussing the recent Michael Jordan rookie card that sold for $925k (03:28). They’re then joined by Chris McGill of Card Ladder to offer more history on the card (18:22), give an NBA market update, and note the rising value of young superstars like Luka Doncic (29:49). Finally, they end off with your mailbag questions (52:23)!Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonProducer: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 20, 2024 • 1h 17min
NBA Playoffs Are a Hobby Home Run! Plus, Breakers Vs. Shops.
Mike and Jesse start the pod with their reactions to the end of the second round in the NBA playoffs and what it means for players like Anthony Edwards, Luka Doncic, and Jayson Tatum (05:10). Then, they discuss recent comments regarding breakers and shops and whether one is really better than the other (14:22). After that, they touch on the latest news around the hobby, including Fanatics suing Marvin Harrison Jr. (24:41) and new releases (34:26), then answer your mailbag questions (44:52).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonProducer: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 16, 2024 • 1h 10min
GameStop Goes Card Wild, Non-Sports, and NBA Playoffs With Mojobreak
This week, Jesse explores GameStop's move into the card business, discussing its potential impact and moves within the industry (0:00). Then, he's joined by Mojobreak duo Dan and Doug for a nostalgic trip that includes '90s card packs, 'Pokémon,' Disney, and non-sports collectibles (21:00). Later, they shift gears to dissect NBA playoff predictions and give insights on rising star Bronny James (38:00). To wrap up, Jesse delves into your burning mailbag questions (55:00).Host: Jesse GibsonGuests: Dan Anderson and Doug CaskeyProducer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 13, 2024 • 1h 29min
Insane Garage Sale Finds, and a Vintage Breakdown With Joe Tall.
Mike starts the pod by telling Jesse about a few finds from a recent garage sale (0:25). Then, Jason Flynn from ‘Soccer Cards United’ joins the pod to talk about some new soccer releases (9:32). Later, vintage expert, Joe Tall joins to discuss the vintage market (25:30). They end the show by answering your mailbag questions (1:00:58).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuests: Joe Tall and Jason FlynnAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 9, 2024 • 1h 9min
Is the Hobby Ruined? Plus, Breaking Down Wax ROI With Tom Ferrara.
Mike and Jesse start the pod by discussing whether there’s any validity to the idea that the hobby is being ruined by high box prices and Fanatics (01:13). Then, they discuss the latest news, including Jokic’s third MVP win, Paul Skenes’s call-up, and more (06:08). Then, Tom Ferrara of Pancake Analytics joins the show to go into the return on investment, the biggest influences on box pricing, and more (26:26). Finally, the guys discuss new releases and open up the mailbag to answer your questions (56:27).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonProducer: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices