Sports Cards Nonsense

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 megaphone.fm/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 megaphone.fm/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 megaphone.fm/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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike and Jesse start by talking about the role of influencers in the hobby (3:46). Then, they discuss Nikola Jokic’s card prices and how it could change if he wins a championship (18:13). Later, they are joined by comedian Aaron Weber to talk about his career and his relationship with sports cards (21:44).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Aaron WeberAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike and Jesse start the pod with some breaking news about Fanatics acquiring PWCC (0:31). Then, they talk about the conference finals in the NBA (4:33) before discussing the rumored exclusivity deals for a few NFL rookie quarterbacks, and whether that would be good or bad for the hobby (13:25). Later, Josh Cohen from PC Sportscards joins to talk about the card market (28:24). They wrap up the show by talking about some new releases and answering your mailbag questions (1:01:44)!Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Josh CohenAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jesse is joined by Tylor Hernandez to talk about Victor Wembanyama’s first signed Topps card (5:22). Plus, they talk about the non-sports cards market with an update on Disney’s Lorcana and a look at some celebrity cards (14:09). Later, Matt Powers from Powers Sports Memorabilia joins the show for a deeper look at autographs in the hobby (34:44).Host: Jesse GibsonGuests: Matt Powers and Tylor HernandezAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike and Jesse start the pod by talking about the Celtics' win over the Sixers and what it means for the card market (2:44). Then they talk about new product releases (19:55) before Jonathan Mayo from MLB Pipeline joins to discuss some prospects and his upcoming book, ‘Smart, Wrong, and Lucky: The Origin Stories of Baseball’s Unexpected Stars’ (26:37). They finish up by answering your mailbag questions (47:08)!Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Jonathan MayoAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike and Jesse start the pod with a giveaway (6:56). Then, they discuss Draft Kings getting into box breaking and what it means for the hobby (9:51). Later, they are joined by Chris McGill from Card Ladder for an NBA market update (16:45). Finally, they answer your mailbag questions (56:05).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Chris McGillAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike and Jesse start the pod by talking about the big change coming to 2023 baseball product (3:26). Then, they talk about the NBA playoffs and why every potential outcome in the West is good for the hobby (15:26). Later, Rob Veres of Burbank Sportscards joins the show to give his unique take on the hobby as a card shop owner (26:29).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Rob VeresAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices