Sports Cards Nonsense

Jesse and Mike are joined by Josh Johnson from Card Ladder. First, Josh shares his market review, discussing the current value of NFL cards and repacks (06:06). Next, they break down the potential end of the Panini era (21:59) and what will happen to Beckett sports cards (34:48). Finally, they debate whether Fanatics Fest or National is a better convention (45:16), and answer your mailbag questions (53:38).Hosts: Jesse Gib and MikeGuest: Josh JohnsonProducer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shep is back! This week, Mike and Jesse are joined by Jason Shepherd, owner of Shep’s Cards and Collectibles, to break down the Topps MVP Buyback program, discuss card hits, and explore the future of card shops (0:00). Later, they tackle your mailbag questions on everything from shop owner pet peeves to card-collecting tips, plus a passionate PSA rant (48:00).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Jason ShepherdProducer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Mike and Jesse explore the latest updates on eBay and the Topps MVP buyback program (0:00). They’re then joined by Andrew Sigerson, who gives an inside look at his collection of rare autographs, with pieces from figures like Albert Einstein and Abraham Lincoln. Plus, he discusses the evolving market for historical autographs and what the future might hold (20:20).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Andrew SigersonProducer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike is joined by Adam Gray to break down the latest NBA action. They begin by discussing the Cavaliers and Celtics (3:00), before highlighting this season's standout performances from players like Nikola Jokic and Jalen Green (10:00). Next, they share their rookie predictions and assess the championship potential of teams like the Lakers and Thunder (14:00). The duo also explores the changing market values of stars like LeBron James (25:30) and offers some insight on iconic basketball cards.Host: Mike GioseffiGuest: Adam GrayProducer: Devon Renaldo  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Mike and Jesse unpack the news of Nat Turner joining GameStop's board, examining what this means for the company's future in collectibles, plus the implications for local card shops (3:00). They dive into the buzz surrounding Paul Skenes's highly anticipated debut patch and Livvy Dunn's enticing offer to anyone lucky enough to pull the rare card (11:20). Later, Nik Ristevski from Goldseal Cards shares his insights into the football card market, discussing his role as a primary buyer, the challenges for breakers, and the latest trends in rookie cards (21:20).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Nik RistevskiProducer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Mike and Jesse tackle authenticity challenges on eBay, payment delays at auction houses, and the growing popularity of non-sports cards (0:00). Jesse also shares a big announcement from SGC (17:55). Later, Aram Leighton of Just Baseball joins to discuss the upcoming Topps Bowman Draft, including pricing, top prospects, and which players to watch in the 2024 class (19:20).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Aram LeightonProducer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jesse starts the show with some AI theme music before Jesse explains his love-hate relationship with Stadium Club (06:34). They answer listener questions by first discussing the best product release of the year (11:28). Then they give Caitlin Clark some rookie card advice (18:09) and share their thoughts on ‘Magic: The Gathering’ (21:09) and the NBA rookie class cards (24:36). They talk about the price differences between SGC and PSA (30:10) and shill bidding  (43:44). Finally, they discuss the Topps draft (46:50) and answer more Mailbag questions (56:00).Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike is back and ready to share the highs and lows of his Italian vacation with Jesse to kick off the show (0:00). After the recap, they’re joined by the Boston Card Hunter, Nick Andrews, to dive into the latest new releases (28:55). The trio explore CT scanning Mercury card packs and highlight the critical need for transparency in the card-collecting community as this technology evolves (44:30.Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse GibsonGuest: Nick AndrewsProducer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jesse welcomes Jason Shepherd, owner of Shep’s Cards and Collectibles, for an in-depth discussion on market trends, the evolving landscape of the card industry, his personal journey into the world of collecting, and the challenges of starting and running a card shop.Host: Jesse GibsonGuest: Jason ShepherdProducer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jesse hosts a solo show, updating listeners on the Ohtani 50/50 ball selling price, the influence of Freddie Freeman’s World Series success, and new card releases (1:00). Later, Clay Routledge discusses the pandemic's role in the resurgence of nostalgia, the significance of community in collecting, and the economic implications of nostalgia (13:50).Host: Jesse GibsonGuest: Clay RoutledgeProducer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices