Sports Cards Nonsense

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NBA Playoffs Are a Hobby Home Run! Plus, Breakers Vs. Shops. May 20, 2024

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Mike and Jesse start the pod with their reactions to the end of the second round in the NBA playoffs and what it means for players like Anthony Edwards, Luka Doncic, and Jayson Tatum (05:10). Then, they discuss recent comments regarding breakers and shops and whether one is really better than the other (14:22). After that, they touch on the latest news around the hobby, including Fanatics suing Marvin Harrison Jr. (24:41) and new releases (34:26), then answer your mailbag questions (44:52).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Producer: Eduardo Ocampo

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GameStop Goes Card Wild, Non-Sports, and NBA Playoffs With Mojobreak May 16, 2024

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This week, Jesse explores GameStop's move into the card business, discussing its potential impact and moves within the industry (0:00). Then, he's joined by Mojobreak duo Dan and Doug for a nostalgic trip that includes '90s card packs, 'Pokémon,' Disney, and non-sports collectibles (21:00). Later, they shift gears to dissect NBA playoff predictions and give insights on rising star Bronny James (38:00). To wrap up, Jesse delves into your burning mailbag questions (55:00).

Host: Jesse Gibson

Guests: Dan Anderson and Doug Caskey

Producer: Devon Renaldo

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Insane Garage Sale Finds, and a Vintage Breakdown With Joe Tall. May 13, 2024

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Mike starts the pod by telling Jesse about a few finds from a recent garage sale (0:25). Then, Jason Flynn from ‘Soccer Cards United’ joins the pod to talk about some new soccer releases (9:32). Later, vintage expert, Joe Tall joins to discuss the vintage market (25:30). They end the show by answering your mailbag questions (1:00:58).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Guests: Joe Tall and Jason Flynn

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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Is the Hobby Ruined? Plus, Breaking Down Wax ROI With Tom Ferrara. May 09, 2024

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Mike and Jesse start the pod by discussing whether there’s any validity to the idea that the hobby is being ruined by high box prices and Fanatics (01:13). Then, they discuss the latest news, including Jokic’s third MVP win, Paul Skenes’s call-up, and more (06:08). Then, Tom Ferrara of Pancake Analytics joins the show to go into the return on investment, the biggest influences on box pricing, and more (26:26). Finally, the guys discuss new releases and open up the mailbag to answer your questions (56:27).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Producer: Eduardo Ocampo

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Is This the Hobby’s Dream NBA Playoffs? Plus, a Card Show Legend Joins the Show. May 06, 2024

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Mike and Jesse start the pod by discussing 2024 Bowman player auction pricing (1:52). Then, they check in on the NBA playoffs and and talk about how it has been the best-case scenario for the hobby so far (17:16). Later, they are joined by card show legend Paul Smith to talk about his perspective on the hobby (24:18). Finally, they answer your mailbag questions (51:42).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Guest: Paul Smith

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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Mike’s Hobby Manifesto and Topps Conference Follow-Up May 02, 2024

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Mike and Jesse start the pod by recapping the rest of the news to come out of the 2024 Topps Conference (3:04). Then, Mike tells Jesse all about his new hobby manifesto (19:20). Later, Jesse discusses some upcoming non-sports products (36:26) and they answer your mailbag questions (55:46).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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2024 Topps Conference Update Apr 29, 2024

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Mike and Jesse start the pod by recapping the first day of the 2024 Topps Conference. They talk about the positives and negatives of all the news and panels so far (0:48). Then, Jesse finishes up by discussing a few more news items, and answering your mailbag questions (33:08).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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2024 Bowman Baseball and Prospects With Aram Leighton Apr 25, 2024

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Mike and Jesse start the pod by discussing potential quarterback investments as we head into the NFL draft (2:59). Then, they are joined by Aram Leighton from ‘Just Baseball’ to talk about prospects and 2024 Bowman Baseball (12:16). Later, they answer your mailbag questions (1:08:07).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Guest: Aram Leighton

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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Risers and Fallers After NBA Game 1s. Plus, Michael Allen of Daddy Rips Joins the Show. Apr 22, 2024

Show notes

Mike and Jesse begin by recapping the start of the first round of the NBA playoffs, and they determine whose value is rising and falling (02:21). Then they are joined by Michael Allen of Daddy Rips to discuss their favorite early memories of collecting, their favorite/least favorite aspect of breaking, and more (41:50). They end the show with your mailbag questions (68:31).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Guest: Michael Allen

Producer: Eduardo Ocampo

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Looking Ahead at 2024 NFL Quarterbacks. Plus, Is the WNBA the Next Hobby Darling? Apr 18, 2024

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Mike and Jesse start the pod by discussing what impact—if any—the Olympics could have on basketball card prices (8:31). Then, they talk about the future of the WNBA in the hobby and whether the hype is sustainable (20:01). They also look at the 2024 NFL quarterback class and talk about a potential hobby scam (27:04). Later, they finish up the pod by answering your mailbag questions (49:12).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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