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Panini Takes Another Hit by Losing WWE License. Plus, Are eBay Sales Struggling? Sep 21, 2023

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Mike and Jesse start by discussing how Panini lost its WWE license and what that means (2:31). Then, they discuss whether eBay sales are really struggling (14:17). Later, they talk about how many big product releases there have been recently as well as which backup quarterbacks could be worth investing in (17:39). Finally, they answer your mailbag questions (46:50).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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Are There Any All-Time Greats Today? Plus, a Look Back on a Hobby Hero. Sep 18, 2023

Show notes

Mike and Jesse start by discussing the reason why people chase the next great quarterback in the hobby, and if there are any today (4:49). Then, they discuss MLB and look back on Jefferson Burdick, a hobby hero (22:48). Later, they go through new releases (35:31) and answer your mailbag questions (48:43).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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Backyard Breaks: Scandal or Overreaction? Plus, Soccer and F1 Market Review With Jason Flynn. Sep 14, 2023

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Jesse starts off another solo show with his view of the hobby at the moment, and discusses whether the Backyard Breaks scandal is an overreaction or not. Then Soccer Cards United’s Jason Flynn joins the show to discuss the soccer and F1 market in Europe (15:21). Then Jesse wraps up the show with some NFL Week 2 cards to buy, sell, or hold, then answering some mailbag questions and more (53:25).

Host: Jesse Gibson

Guest: Jason Flynn

Producer: Isaiah Blakely

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NFL Week 1 Buy, Sell, or Hold. Plus, Bowman Chrome Review With Aram Leighton. Sep 11, 2023

Show notes

Mike and Jesse start by discussing Sunday’s NFL action and breaking down what cards to buy, sell, or hold (7:20). Later, they are joined by Just Baseball’s Aram Leighton to talk about prospects and review Bowman Chrome 2023 (28:23). Finally, they answer your mailbag questions (1:03:45).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Guest: Aram Leighton

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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Deep Dive Into the Cardporn Scandal With Darren Rovell. Plus, an NFL Market Preview With Chris McGill. Sep 07, 2023

Show notes

With the arrival of Mike’s newborn child, Jesse is running today’s episode solo! First, Mike quickly calls in to the show before Jesse touches on Lorcana prices and Deion Sanders’s card value going up (05:42). Then, Darren Rovell of Action Network joins the show to discuss his recent story regarding the fraud scandal surrounding Cardporn’s Juan Garcia (17:32). Finally, Chris McGill of Card Ladder joins to preview the NFL market for this upcoming season (38:13).

Host: Jesse Gibson

Guests: Mike Gioseffi, Darren Rovell, and Chris McGill

Producer: Eduardo Ocampo

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What We Hate About Breakers, Martian News, and Eddie From SCN Breaks Aug 31, 2023

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Mike starts off another solo episode by hitting on a few topics around the hobby, including Jasson Dominguez’s call-up to the Yankees (02:06). Then, Eddie of SCN Breaks joins to discuss Topps Chrome Cosmic, list the biggest issues with breakers, and more (10:02). Mike ends the pod with your mailbag questions (36:31).

Host: Mike Gioseffi

Guest: Eddie Mancini

Producer: Eduardo Ocampo

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Gio’s Hobby History, Mookie Time, and Topps Cosmic Review Aug 28, 2023

Show notes

Mike’s running solo today, and he’s being positive about the hobby. He starts by getting sentimental and talking about his history with card collecting (1:28). Then, he talks about the insane Lorcana prices and how stores are handling it (11:10). He also discusses how Mookie Betts is overtaking Ronald Acuña Jr. as the MVP favorite (14:29). Later, he talks about Topps Cosmic (21:31) before answering your mailbag questions (38:28).

Host: Mike Gioseffi

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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Darren Rovell on What's Happening With Panini and the NFLPA Aug 24, 2023

Show notes

Mike and Jesse talk about the latest updates and biggest questions surrounding the NFLPA’s decision to terminate their deal with Panini (0:41). Their agent, Jeremy Aisenberg, calls in to give his thoughts on what the coming arbitration could mean for the hobby (31:19). After that, Darren Rovell of Action Network joins the show to give his insight on the case as the man who broke the story (40:51). Later, Mike and Jesse discuss the Shohei Ohtani injury and the “crack and cross” controversy (51:03). Finally, they answer your mailbag questions (1:08:34).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Guests: Jeremy Aisenberg and Darren Rovell

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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Hobby Donkeys, Beckett News, and Scott Rogowsky from Fanatics Live! Aug 21, 2023

Show notes

Mike and Jesse start the pod by running down some of the biggest aspects of the hobby that tick them off (06:34). Then, they discuss the news of Beckett laying off two high-level executives, as well as a quick NFL market update (16:11). They are then joined by Scott Rogowsky, Fanatics Live host and former host of HQ Trivia, to discuss his latest venture with Fanatics, opening a vintage shop, and his love of sports cards growing up (28:19).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Guest: Scott Rogowsky

Producer: Eduardo Ocampo

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The People’s Episode! Plus, a Wander Franco Update and Zach Polen from PC Sportscards. Aug 17, 2023

Show notes

Mike and Jesse start the pod by providing the latest update regarding the Wander Franco investigation (02:07), before delving into the questions and subjects requested by the community (06:07). Then, Zach Polen from PC Sportscards joins the show to talk about the latest in the consigning market and their summer giveaway. Afterward, they give a nonsense update, including the launch of Disney Lorcana and Pop Century prices (34:52), and finish off with more of your questions (42:50).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Guest: Zach Polen

Producer: Eduardo Ocampo

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