Sports Cards Nonsense

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Live From Seattle With Pete Crow-Armstrong! Plus, Reaction to Wembanyama’s Summer League Play and Topps Finest Review. Jul 10, 2023

Show notes

Mike and Jesse are in Seattle for the MLB All-Star Game, so for this pod they’re live from Flatstick Pub! They start by talking about Victor Wembanyama and how his card market is reacting to his Summer League play (7:18). Then, they discuss 2023 Topps Finest prices (13:58) before being joined by Tennessee Smokies outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong to talk about his young career in the minor leagues and how players view the hobby (22:48). Later, they talk new releases and answer a few mailbag questions (37:14).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Guest: Pete Crow-Armstrong

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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Is Ronald Acuña Jr. Undervalued Despite His Historic Season? Plus, Mailbag and an Influencers Rant. Jul 06, 2023

Show notes

Mike and Jesse start with a MLB market update. They discuss whether Mike Trout is overrated, and whether Ronald Acuña Jr. is underrated (2:03). They also talk about influencers in the hobby, and the future of breaking (27:01). Later, they answer some of your mailbag questions (49:57).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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How Will a Damian Lillard Trade Affect His Card Pricing? Plus, a TCG Update and Nate Burns Joins the Show. Jul 03, 2023

Show notes

Mike and Jesse discuss the best Damian Lillard trade destinations for his hobby value (1:23). Then, they check in on Disney Lorcana presale prices and talk about the finding of the "One Ring" Magic card (19:57). Later, Nate Burns from Grand Slam Collectibles joins the show to talk about being a successful card shop owner and his NIL deal with Will Levis (29:47). Finally, they talk about new releases and answer some of your mailbag questions (1:04:04).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Guest: Nate Burns

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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ESPN’s Breaking Article Review, Topps MVP Buyback, and Dappz Sports Joins to Talk Content Creation Jun 29, 2023

Show notes

Mike and Jesse start by checking in on their Victor Wembanyama card price predictions (3:10). Then, another update on the Fanatics card shop rules (13:04) and discussion of ESPN’s recent article about box breaking (5:04). They also talk about the details of the 2023 Topps MVP buyback (19:50). Later, they are joined by Matt Mcguckin from Dappz Sports to talk about content creation in the hobby (24:40).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Guest: Matt McGuckin

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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A Positive Fanatics Update? Plus, What’s Hot in June and a Rant From Mike. Jun 26, 2023

Show notes

Mike and Jesse start with an update on last week’s Fanatics story (2:24) and Mike gets into a rant about Nashcards’s recent social media post (22:31). Then, they discuss cards and wax from the ’90s that have sold well in June (28:46). Later, they talk about new product releases (46:12) and answer some of your mailbag questions (55:46).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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Is Fanatics Coming for Card Shops? Plus, a Market Update With Chris McGill. Jun 22, 2023

Show notes

Mike and Jesse start by briefly talking about the Porzingis trade (2:00), before discussing Fanatics’ latest announcement and what it means for local card shops (6:44). Then, Chris McGill from Card Ladder joins the show for a market update and a game (23:47). Lastly, they answer some of your mailbag questions (49:18).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Guest: Chris McGill

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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Is the National Worth It? Plus, eBay Eliminating the Majority of Breakers, and a Bounty Update. Jun 20, 2023

Show notes

Mike and Jesse discuss the National Sports Collectors Convention and whether it's worth going to, or if it’s become overrated (1:19). Then, they talk about the future of small breakers in light of eBay’s new policies (16:53). They also give an update on some of the major bounties out there (27:36), and answer your mailbag questions (37:47).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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Are Jokic Cards Undervalued? Plus, Panini Break-In Update and Alex Giaimo Joins the Show. Jun 15, 2023

Show notes

Mike and Jesse discuss Nikola Jokic card prices and if he really is undervalued compared to other great big men (8:40). Then, they talk about the Panini break-in and the new information about what was stolen (26:29). Later, they are joined by the host of the ‘King of Collectibles’ docuseries, Alex Giaimo, to talk about her career and hobby journey (29:31). Finally, they answer your mailbag questions (52:55).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Guest: Alex Giaimo

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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Blast From the Past: Looking Back at Our Takes From Some of Our Earliest Episodes Jun 12, 2023

Show notes

Mike and Jesse listen to clips from a few of their earliest episodes and hear some of their best and worst card market takes and advice (4:31). Later, they talk about new product releases (31:13) and hear some of your bad buy/sell stories (44:14).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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A Fanatics Scandal? Plus, Elly De La Cruz’s Hobby Explosion. Jun 08, 2023

Show notes

Mike and Jesse discuss the Fanatics scandal involving Michael Rubin potentially giving Antoine Griezmann a loaded box (3:09). Then, they talk about Chris Paul and Dalvin Cook leaving their teams and what impact that could have on their hobby value (18:05). They also discuss the recent explosion in value of Elly De La Cruz cards (26:50). Later, they get into some bounty news with the ‘Lord of the Rings’ set and an update on the Druw Jones bounty (36:39). They wrap up the pod by answering some of your mailbag questions (59:22).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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