Sports Cards Nonsense

Mike Gioseffi is joined by Ryan Alford, the host of the new Collectibles on SI Podcast to discuss the record-breaking Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant sports card that EVERYONE is talking about. Plus, we get to know Ryan who is relatively new to the sports cards space, after recently getting back into it. He cannot believe how much money is in the hobby, for starters. What’s the value of an SGC 9 vs a Beckett 9 vs a PSA 9. And why is a 9 not a 10?  Plus, Mike answers your questions on the NFL Topps product he’s most looking forward to, how to manage card flipping, his favorite cards right now, and the piece of memorabilia he wants most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson are joined by BCW Tim to talk about the Top 10 NBA players of all time and the value of their sports cards. Is the low-end sports card market crashing? Jesse shares how he scored on some Savannah Bananas trading cards. And, we check in on Mike's latest eBay Live auctions. The guys also answer your mailbag questions including about some of the top card releases coming this fall, driving ROI in collectibles, the most popular NFL player today, and the value of Michael Penix Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In what might be a first, we’re actually talking about the Toronto Blue Jays. As Mike says, “Vlad Guerrero Jr. is absurdly cheap.” It’s time to buy in on the Jays’ stars. We also break down our Top 10 picks to start a baseball franchise, debate whether Drew Brees is one of the most overrated quarterbacks ever, and unleash a full-on YouTube rant. Plus, with NFL season around the corner, we rank the Top 10 QB cards right now and dig into the record-breaking basketball sales and wild auctions shaking up the market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sports Cards Nonsense is now available on YouTube! In today’s episode, Jesse Gibson and Mike Gioseffi preview the 2025 NFL starting quarterbacks and whether it’s time to buy, sell or hold on their sports cards and collectibles. Why are JJ McCarthy cards selling for so much money when he hasn’t played a snap? Are Jalen Hurts, Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes about to take a big step backward while Joe Burrow takes another step forward? Plus, the guys talk MLB Awards, who’s hot in baseball right now (and who’s not), as well as answering mailbag questions! Oh, and did we mention - Straight Cash Homies returns! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike and Jesse are back and joined by Jason Shepherd to discuss one of the bigger bad deals that went down recently involving a Tom Brady card. Then, they talk about the news of Topps making new boxing cards for the first time in decades, along with a new trend of testing multiple graders at once. Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Jason ShepherdProducer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys are back again to talk about new sets, as well as have a fun chat and game with Tory Hermens to guess some over/unders on cards. Then, they get to your crazy mailbag questions. Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson Guest: Tory Hermens Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The boys are back home from Chicago and here to discuss the best and the worst of their weekend at the National. They discuss the celebrity meetings, all of the new and exciting exhibitors, and the drama. They finish off with your mailbag questions. Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonProducer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike and Jesse are live from Chicago on the show floor of The National with Michel Rubin and Mike Mahan on behalf of Fanatics collectibles to talk about all the news you need to know about the year in collectables. Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson Guests: Michel Rubin and Mike Mahan Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts dive into the thrilling anticipation for the National sports card event, sharing tips to navigate this massive convention. Their conversation highlights the excitement of silver packs and trading strategies. They also discuss recent collectible card sales, including a record-setting Spider-Man card. Moving into movie territory, they critique superhero films like 'The Fantastic Four,' blending nostalgia with current cinema trends. The banter is lively, filled with humor, personal anecdotes, and a sneak peek at upcoming giveaways.

Jesse and Mike are here to discuss the major news of Ryan Hoge stepping into an expanded role as president of PSA grading. They discuss what it means for the company and what new directions he is looking to take things. They are then joined by Brian Walders to talk about his ascent in the breaking business and what it takes to start from nothing and make a name for yourself. Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuests: Ryan Hoge and Brian WaldersProducer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices