Sports Cards Nonsense

Mike and Jesse start by checking in on their Victor Wembanyama card price predictions (3:10). Then, another update on the Fanatics card shop rules (13:04) and discussion of ESPN’s recent article about box breaking (5:04). They also talk about the details of the 2023 Topps MVP buyback (19:50). Later, they are joined by Matt Mcguckin from Dappz Sports to talk about content creation in the hobby (24:40).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Matt McGuckinAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Jesse start with an update on last week’s Fanatics story (2:24) and Mike gets into a rant about Nashcards’s recent social media post (22:31). Then, they discuss cards and wax from the ’90s that have sold well in June (28:46). Later, they talk about new product releases (46:12) and answer some of your mailbag questions (55:46).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Jesse start by briefly talking about the Porzingis trade (2:00), before discussing Fanatics’ latest announcement and what it means for local card shops (6:44). Then, Chris McGill from Card Ladder joins the show for a market update and a game (23:47). Lastly, they answer some of your mailbag questions (49:18).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Chris McGillAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Jesse discuss the National Sports Collectors Convention and whether it's worth going to, or if it’s become overrated (1:19). Then, they talk about the future of small breakers in light of eBay’s new policies (16:53). They also give an update on some of the major bounties out there (27:36), and answer your mailbag questions (37:47).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Jesse discuss Nikola Jokic card prices and if he really is undervalued compared to other great big men (8:40). Then, they talk about the Panini break-in and the new information about what was stolen (26:29). Later, they are joined by the host of the ‘King of Collectibles’ docuseries, Alex Giaimo, to talk about her career and hobby journey (29:31). Finally, they answer your mailbag questions (52:55).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Alex GiaimoAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Jesse listen to clips from a few of their earliest episodes and hear some of their best and worst card market takes and advice (4:31). Later, they talk about new product releases (31:13) and hear some of your bad buy/sell stories (44:14).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Jesse discuss the Fanatics scandal involving Michael Rubin potentially giving Antoine Griezmann a loaded box (3:09). Then, they talk about Chris Paul and Dalvin Cook leaving their teams and what impact that could have on their hobby value (18:05). They also discuss the recent explosion in value of Elly De La Cruz cards (26:50). Later, they get into some bounty news with the ‘Lord of the Rings’ set and an update on the Druw Jones bounty (36:39). They wrap up the pod by answering some of your mailbag questions (59:22). Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Jesse start the pod by talking about the biggest complaints people have about the hobby and what can be done to fix them (2:54). Then, they are joined by Ryan Stuczynski from GemRate to discuss population reports and how to better understand them (24:01). Later, they discuss this week’s new releases (40:52) and answer your mailbag questions (48:38).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Ryan StuczynskiAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Jesse start the pod by talking about whether there are any cards worth buying for the start of the NBA Finals (7:05). Then, they talk about the Panini break-in and the conspiracy theories surrounding it (19:11). Later, they are joined by Ken Griffin from Card Shop Evansville to talk about the vintage market and do a vintage quiz (30:03). Finally, they answer some of your mailbag questions (53:42).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Ken GriffinAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Jesse are joined by Jason Flynn from Soccer Cards United to talk about the soccer and F1 card markets (6:57). Later, they discuss when to buy cards for hyped players like Victor Wembanyama, Derrick White, and Caleb Martin (18:45). They also talk about some new product releases (45:11), and answer your mailbag questions (59:47).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Jason FlynnAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices