Sports Cards Nonsense

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike and Jesse start the pod by discussing 2024 Bowman player auction pricing (1:52). Then, they check in on the NBA playoffs and and talk about how it has been the best-case scenario for the hobby so far (17:16). Later, they are joined by card show legend Paul Smith to talk about his perspective on the hobby (24:18). Finally, they answer your mailbag questions (51:42).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Paul SmithAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike and Jesse start the pod by recapping the rest of the news to come out of the 2024 Topps Conference (3:04). Then, Mike tells Jesse all about his new hobby manifesto (19:20). Later, Jesse discusses some upcoming non-sports products (36:26) and they answer your mailbag questions (55:46).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike and Jesse discuss the 2024 Topps Conference, including positive and negative points. They also cover news updates, mailbag questions, challenges in the hobby industry, transparency in collectibles, record sales in Magic's Gathering, graded cards in gameplay, market updates, upcoming NFT giveaways, and future show improvements.

Mike and Jesse start the pod by discussing potential quarterback investments as we head into the NFL draft (2:59). Then, they are joined by Aram Leighton from ‘Just Baseball’ to talk about prospects and 2024 Bowman Baseball (12:16). Later, they answer your mailbag questions (1:08:07).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Aram LeightonAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike and Jesse begin by recapping the start of the first round of the NBA playoffs, and they determine whose value is rising and falling (02:21). Then they are joined by Michael Allen of Daddy Rips to discuss their favorite early memories of collecting, their favorite/least favorite aspect of breaking, and more (41:50). They end the show with your mailbag questions (68:31).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Michael AllenProducer: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices