Sports Cards Nonsense

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NBA Finals Update After the Knicks EPIC Comeback; World Cup Buy or Sell Jun 11, 2026

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On this episode of Sports Cards Nonsense, Mike opens with a discussion about Mike Trout that is really about Wemby. Plus, the latest on the NBA Finals after the Knicks epic comeback.

0:00 - Welcome to the card coaster

9:30 - Is it safe to buy Mike Trout right now?

16:20 - The Knicks Epic Comeback

23:40 - A debate about where to grade now?

27:20 - Entertainment Card Update

40:40 - World Cup Buy or Sell with Brendan

1:03:00 - Arena Club Bet

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Gary Vee has a BIG announcement; Plus, the Future of VeeFriends! Jun 08, 2026

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In this episode, we go through the latest values of Jalen Brunson, Victor Wembanyama, and other guys in the NBA Finals. Plus, Gary Vee joins the show to discuss 2026 Topps Chrome VeeFriends and also has a major announcement about the product. Wrapping up with a deeper dive on the market as a whole as we head into the summer.

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Buy or Sell Jalen Brunson? With Doug from MOJOBREAK Jun 04, 2026

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New people join the hobby every single day, and they need help. In this episode, Doug from MOJOBREAK joins to offer up some advice. Plus, is it time to buy or sell Jalen Brunson?

0:00 - Intro with Doug from MojoBreak

6:00 - Buy/Sell/Hold with Jalen Brunson

11:30 - Secondary wax prices seem to be leveling off.

14:50 - The entertainment section of the hobby is starting to really take off

17:20 - 1/1 Chases and should you grade a 1/1

22:20 - Grading mistakes new people make

39:00 - We are all nerds at heart, and while making money in the hobby is a business, we are all kids at heart chasing the players we love.

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Wemby Market, Myles Garrett Trade, & Boston Card Hunter Stops By! Jun 02, 2026

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In this episode, we discuss the latest on Victor Wembanyama and his market after the Spurs upset the Thunder and are now the favorites over the Knicks in the NBA Finals. Who else could be a buy in the NBA Finals? Plus, what the Myles Garrett trade means for the hobby!

0:00 - Intro and why Boston Card Hunter is coming on today.

1:35 - Re-Visiting Mike’s Wemby Sale and why taking wins is important in this hobby

6:20 - Why Wemby feels different right now than other guys in the past, like Soto, Acuna, Giannis, etc.

9:00 - NBA Finals Best Buys

15:00 - Boston Card Hunter - Nick Andrews - joins the show!

24:00 - An unfortunate situation at a recent card show, which needs to be addressed, and how shows need to be a safe place for kids.

30:00 - When to take your wins and buying/selling active players

37:55 - Reaction to the Myles Garrett Trade

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PSA is Pausing MULTIPLE Grading Tiers May 29, 2026

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In this episode, we'll go through the latest on what we've heard about PSA pausing grading for lower tiers of grading. Which tiers are still available? Plus, what does it mean for the rest of the grading companies?

0:00 - PSA Pausing Value & Bulk Tiers of Grading

4:00 - The impact of TCG Grading on the market

5:50 - Grading won't stop, but where will people go?

32:50 - New Releases

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Are We in a Hobby Bubble with Luke from Card Czar May 26, 2026

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Luke from Card Czar in New Hampshire joins to discuss what's going on in the hobby. Are we in a bubble? How do you manage a shop in 2026? Breaking vs. In-Store sales. Plus, how do you keep singles stocked in the store?

0:00 - Why is the studio a mess, but only on Mike’s side

5:15 - Making money at card shows right now.

18:00 - Mike's Wemby Update

26:00 - Luke from Card Czar joins the show.

35:40 - How social media is helping grow his business.

41:00 - Why the business is not just a breaking operation and the importance of getting the product in the hands of locals.

47:05 - Are we in a bubble? Luke certainly doesn’t think so.

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Why NOW is the Time to Sell Wemby! May 22, 2026

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In this episode, Gio and Jesse discuss how the hype around Wemby is at a fever pitch and that it might be time to sell. Also, why is Wemby vs. SGA close on the court but a landslide off the court?

0:00 - Intro/SCN Rewatchables

4:30 - Why you should sell your Wemby cards now

12:00 - Why SGA is a great player and on an all-time track, but his hobby relevance is significantly below Wemby

23:15 - Jeff Roberts joins to discuss the rise of local card shows around them.

39:00 - How hype and popularity will drive the NBA market more than skill and winning

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Catching Up on a WILD Week in the Hobby May 18, 2026

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Mike and Jesse are in Boston for Jack's Memorial. Brendan provides a quick intro, including details on Topps Chrome Sapphire Football dropping this week.

We catch up on:

Bowman Baseball with Aram Leighton

Gordy's Unusual Collection and why he is a LeBron guy

Doug from The Hobby Handbook on what is moving at card shows right now

Plus, Mike and Jesse discuss secondary wax prices dropping into a more manageable range for consumers, and if it will continue

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Wax Prices are FINALLY Starting to Settle Down May 16, 2026

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Wax Prices have been going up, but Mike and Jesse have noticed that things are finally starting to level off on the secondary market. The lone exception is 2025 Topps Chrome NFL. Will 2026 Bowman buck the recent trend like NFL Chrome, or has the market completely settled down?

In this episode, we cover:

Papa Gio sits in for some fun on Jesse's latest injury woes

2025 WWE Topps Royalty bounties

How high will the John Cena bounty go?

Zach Stanley from We the Hobby joins Mike and Jesse

We the Hobby's transition to eBay and how the relationship with Topps and Fanatics has remained strong

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2026 Bowman Baseball Breakdown with Special Guest Aram Leighton May 12, 2026

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2026 Bowman Baseball is finally here and the prospect market is already going crazy!

In this episode, Aram Leighton joins the show to break down the biggest names in the new Bowman release, the teams worth chasing, and the prospects that could explode in value over the next few months.

We talk about players like Ethan Holliday, why certain teams are skyrocketing in price, and whether the hype is actually justified. We also dive into sleeper prospects, pitching talent, and the current state of the baseball card market heading into one of the biggest releases of the year.

This episode covers:

Which Bowman prospects are worth holding
Which cards should probably be sold immediately
The biggest value teams in the product
Why prospecting is changing in baseball cards
How the hobby is reacting to the 2026 Bowman checklist

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