Sports Cards Nonsense

Mike and Jesse start the pod with some breaking news: Panini is suing Fanatics. They talk about what it means and what’s next (0:19). Then, they chat with Gary Vee about VeeFriends and the state of the hobby in an interview from the National (13:11). After that, they talk about some of their pickups from the National (27:26). Later, they give an update on the Blake’s Breaks scam story (50:05) before finally answering your mailbag questions (1:00:00).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Gary VeeAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Jesse are back from the National. They discuss the things they liked and didn’t like about the show and the weekend in Chicago (3:37). Then, they talk about the Blake’s Breaks pack-swapping scandal and Blake Martinez’s apology (32:32). Finally, they answer some of your mailbag questions (47:56).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Jesse are live at the National! They start the pod by giving their impressions of the convention and sellers (00:39). Then, Fanatics Live CEO Nick Bell joins the show to discuss the recent launch of Fanatics Live and what he thinks differentiates the app from other competing selling platforms (09:23). After, they discuss the latest news around the hobby and answer your mailbag questions (25:21).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Nick BellProducer: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Jesse start the pod by reviewing the checklist for 2023 Topps Chrome (03:49) before being joined by Aram Leighton of Just Baseball to discuss the biggest chases and under-the-radar prospects to look out for (13:23). Then, they revisit last week’s conversation regarding National’s trade night restrictions, and provide new updates (47:09). After, they discuss new releases and answer your mailbag questions (71:32).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Aram LeightonProducer: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Jesse start the pod discussing the National’s recent restrictions placed for trade night and what they mean (03:27). Then, Chris McGill from Card Ladder joins the show for a market update in the form of a game (24:44). Later, they delve into the mailbag and answer your questions (51:03).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonProducer: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Jesse start the pod by previewing the National. They talk about what to expect and buying and selling strategies (2:59). Then, they talk about 2023 Topps Finest and why it is Mike’s favorite breaking product of the year (32:01). Later, they discuss some new releases and answer your mailbag questions (57:25).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Jesse start this week off with some Fanatics updates including a chat about Fanatics events, the company’s potential to buy card shows, and card safety (0:00). Then, Rich Layton of Layton Sports Cards joins to discuss his controversial ESPN article (29:00), Fanatics Live, and much more. Later on, they wrap with some listener mailbag!Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Rich LaytonProducer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Jesse are in Seattle for the MLB All-Star Game, so for this pod they’re live from Flatstick Pub! They start by talking about Victor Wembanyama and how his card market is reacting to his Summer League play (7:18). Then, they discuss 2023 Topps Finest prices (13:58) before being joined by Tennessee Smokies outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong to talk about his young career in the minor leagues and how players view the hobby (22:48). Later, they talk new releases and answer a few mailbag questions (37:14).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Pete Crow-ArmstrongAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Jesse start with a MLB market update. They discuss whether Mike Trout is overrated, and whether Ronald Acuña Jr. is underrated (2:03). They also talk about influencers in the hobby, and the future of breaking (27:01). Later, they answer some of your mailbag questions (49:57).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Jesse discuss the best Damian Lillard trade destinations for his hobby value (1:23). Then, they check in on Disney Lorcana presale prices and talk about the finding of the "One Ring" Magic card (19:57). Later, Nate Burns from Grand Slam Collectibles joins the show to talk about being a successful card shop owner and his NIL deal with Will Levis (29:47). Finally, they talk about new releases and answer some of your mailbag questions (1:04:04).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Nate BurnsAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices