Sports Cards Nonsense

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Are We Doomed to Repeat the Past? Plus, Ohtani Pricing and a Different Perspective on the Hobby With the Interns. Mar 23, 2023

Show notes

Mike and Jesse start by discussing the current positive trends surrounding the hobby and if it could be headed for another crash (4:43). Then, they talk about the WBC’s impact on the market, especially when it comes to Shohei Ohtani (16:50). Later, they are joined by interns, Max Egenolf and Denton Pfeuffer, to talk about their perspective on the hobby (27:52). Finally, they answer your mailbag questions (52:42).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Guests: Max Egenolf and Denton Pfeuffer

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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NBA Hot and Cold Players and a Fanatics Discussion With Cage Lawyer Mar 20, 2023

Show notes

Mike and Jesse discuss the players whose card values have increased and decreased the most from the start of the season to now (07:08). After, Cage Lawyer, cohost of the 'Lukas, Tigers, and Brons' podcast, joins the show to discuss his recent comments about Fanatics (21:00). They end with new releases and your mailbag questions (53:12).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Guest: Cage Lawyer

Producer: Eduardo Ocampo

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Baseball Market Heating Up, and Prizm Football Release Week Recap. Plus, Mailbag! Mar 16, 2023

Show notes

Mike and Jesse start by recapping the Prizm Football release week (10:40), then get into the baseball market and give a little NBA update (18:39). Later, they answer your mailbag questions (36:56).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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ALT Valuation Controversy and Talking Breaking with Kyle Rino from Monster Breaks Mar 13, 2023

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Mike and Jesse start the pod by talking about controversy revolving around card marketplace ALT and reportedly altering valuations (02:22). Then, Kyle Rino from Monster Breaks joins the show to talk about his time in the hobby, the impact Fanatics will have on the live-selling market, and the future of breaking (13:31). After, they discuss new releases (41:38) and answer your mailbag questions (45:35).

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson

Producer: Eduardo Ocampo

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How to Avoid Buying Fake Cards With Ryan Nolan Mar 09, 2023

Show notes

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 Gibson

Guest: Ryan Nolan

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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Why the Hobby Should Feel Optimism Around Wax. Plus, NBA and NFL Talk. Mar 06, 2023

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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 Gibson

Producer: Eduardo Ocampo

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Topps Industry Conference Takeaways With Geoff Wilson and Pokémon for Beginners Mar 02, 2023

Show notes

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 Gibson

Guest: Geoff Wilson

Producer: Eduardo Ocampo

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Are Bounties Good for the Hobby? Plus, a Market Check-in With Josh Cohen and F1 Talk With Jason Flynn. Feb 27, 2023

Show notes

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 Gibson

Guests: Samantha Gibson, Josh Cohen, and Jason Flynn

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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David Leiner Talks Topps Series 1, Growth of the Hobby, and Recent Quality-Control Issues Feb 16, 2023

Show notes

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 Gibson

Guest: David Leiner

Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga

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Super Bowl Recap and Discussing Michael Rubin on the 'Full Send Podcast' Feb 13, 2023

Show notes

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 Gibson

Producer: Eduardo Ocampo

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