

Sports Cards Nonsense
The Ringer
A podcast featuring Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson that’s about sports, the Sports card market, and how to make money with this hobby. Who you should be buying and selling - along with the occasional fantasy football advice.
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Mar 16, 2023 • 1h 1min
Baseball Market Heating Up, and Prizm Football Release Week Recap. Plus, Mailbag!
Mike and Jesse start by recapping the Prizm Football release week (10:40), then get into the baseball market and give a little NBA update (18:39). Later, they answer your mailbag questions (36:56).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 13, 2023 • 1h 4min
ALT Valuation Controversy and Talking Breaking with Kyle Rino from Monster Breaks
Mike and Jesse start the pod by talking about controversy revolving around card marketplace ALT and reportedly altering valuations (02:22). Then, Kyle Rino from Monster Breaks joins the show to talk about his time in the hobby, the impact Fanatics will have on the live-selling market, and the future of breaking (13:31). After, they discuss new releases (41:38) and answer your mailbag questions (45:35).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonProducer: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 9, 2023 • 1h 16min
How to Avoid Buying Fake Cards With Ryan Nolan
Mike and Jesse start the pod with a quick Bowman’s Best review (3:26) before discussing Kyrie Irving and Aaron Rodgers card prices (9:43). Then, they do another edition of Straight Facts, Homie and break down some big stories in the hobby (15:06). Later, they are joined by Ryan Nolan, author of ‘Spotting Fakes: Examining the Top 50 Fake Sports Cards’ to talk about how to avoid buying fake cards (26:18). Finally, they answer your mailbag questions (46:52).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Ryan NolanAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 6, 2023 • 1h 20min
Why the Hobby Should Feel Optimism Around Wax. Plus, NBA and NFL Talk.
Mike and Jesse start the pod by discussing why they believe wax is in a good spot for the hobby (04:00). Then, they discuss recent criticisms from hobbyists directed toward Fanatics (15:01). After, they discuss Ja Morant stepping away from the Grizzlies after brandishing a gun at a club (37:45) and NFL news around the league (43:25). Finally, they end by talking about new releases (44:22) and answering your mailbag questions (59:09).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonProducer: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 2, 2023 • 1h 22min
Topps Industry Conference Takeaways With Geoff Wilson and Pokémon for Beginners
Mike and Jesse start the pod off by giving their impressions of the Topps Industry Conference (01:57). Then, the founder of Sports Cards Investor, Geoff Wilson, joins the conversation to discuss some of the announcements made at the event (10:49). Afterward they talk about new releases (41:25), then Jesse offers some advice for people who want to get into Pokémon cards as an investment (44:55). Finally, they end by answering your mailbag questions (61:37).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Geoff WilsonProducer: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 27, 2023 • 1h 11min
Are Bounties Good for the Hobby? Plus, a Market Check-in With Josh Cohen and F1 Talk With Jason Flynn.
Jesse starts the pod by discussing if bounties are good or bad for the hobby. Then, his wife, Samantha, joins the show to discuss her outside perspective on the hobby (6:00). Later, Jesse is joined by Josh Cohen from PC Sportscards to talk a little bit about the NBA and discuss cards that have been selling recently (14:41). Finally, Jason Flynn from Soccer Cards United comes on to tell Jesse and Josh all about the F1 card market (34:32).Host: Jesse GibsonGuests: Samantha Gibson, Josh Cohen, and Jason FlynnAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 16, 2023 • 1h 25min
David Leiner Talks Topps Series 1, Growth of the Hobby, and Recent Quality-Control Issues
Mike and Jesse are joined by the president of the trading card division of Fanatics Collectables, David Leiner. They talk about Topps Series 1, growth of the hobby, digital collectables, and recent quality-control issues (15:25). Later, they open some Panini NFT packs (58:57) and answer your mailbag questions (69:51).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: David LeinerAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 13, 2023 • 1h 13min
Super Bowl Recap and Discussing Michael Rubin on the 'Full Send Podcast'
Mike and Jesse start the pod by discussing last night’s Super Bowl matchup. They discuss the controversial holding call at the end of the game, Mahomes’s legacy, and the pricing effect that will come as a result of the match. After, they give their thoughts on Michael Rubin’s appearance on the 'Full Send Podcast' (15:54). Then, they talk about this week’s new releases (31:08) and end with your mailbag questions (47:23).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonProducer: Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 9, 2023 • 1h 13min
How the NBA Trade Deadline Could Impact Card Prices With Cage Lawyer
Mike and Jesse are joined by Cage Lawyer from the 'Lukas Tigers and Brons OH MY!' podcast to discuss the NBA trade deadline and how some of the moves will impact card prices (7:28). Later, they talk about the Topps Series 1 Checklist (39:23) and answer your mailbag questions (42:24).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Cage LawyerAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 6, 2023 • 1h
How the Kyrie Trade Impacts Card Prices
Mike and Jesse start by discussing the Kyrie Irving trade and the effect it has had and will have on the card market (1:33). Later, they give their Super Bowl predictions (21:05), and Jesse brings back Straight Facts, Homie (29:23). They finish by answering your mailbag questions (41:17).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices