Sports Cards Nonsense

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike starts the pod with an emotional monologue about Tom Brady’s retirement (1:00). After that, Mike and Jesse discuss the Fanatics' announcement about the creation of a live selling app (17:12). Later, they review some recent products (26:29) and answer your mailbag questions (42:04).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike and Jesse recap the conference championship games and discuss the impact on the card market (2:07). Later, Jason Flynn from ‘Soccer Cards United’ joins the pod to talk about the soccer card market and the growth of the sport in the U.S. (25:07). They finish by discussing some new releases and answering your mailbag questions (53:09).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Jason FlynnAssociate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices