Sports Cards Nonsense

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$200M Fraud Protection Program with PSA President Ryan Hoge + Fanatics Announces MAJOR Licensing News May 08, 2026

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PSA President Ryan Hoge joins the crew!

This week, we’re going deep with the President of PSA to discuss their new fraud protection program, authenticity guarantees, and the future of the grading giant. Is PSA’s massive submission volume a sign of market health or a warning? The crew debates.

Also in this episode...

Fanatics x FIFA: What the massive new licensing deal means for the future of soccer cards and international collecting.

Gear Up: A look at BCW’s new graded storage tech and the cold, hard realities of the hobby business.

The Chaos: Plenty of market arguments and Sports Cards Nonsense energy.

If you care about the market, the business, or just a good hobby debate, this one is for you.

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How YOU Can Win $1,000,000 at Fanatics Games May 05, 2026

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What if you could compete against pro athletes and walk away with $1,000,000?

In this episode, we sit down with Lance Fensterman, CEO of Fanatics Events, to break down Fanatics Games. This is an amazing competition where everyday fans go head-to-head with some of the biggest names in sports for a $2,000,000 total prize pool.

We cover everything you need to know:

The Road to Fanatics Games: We discuss how the qualifiers work and which cities are hosting challenges.
How to Enter: Your guide to getting in on the action and securing your spot.
Going Against the GOATs: What it is like competing against legends such as Tom Brady.
Fanatics Fest NYC: What to expect at the premier sports fan festival in the world.

This is not just another event. It is one of the most ambitious fan competitions ever created, and it is open to you!

Learn More: https://www.fanaticsfest.com/road-to-games/knoxville

Waitlist (for fans who’d like to show interest in participating in the Games Qualifier challenge): https://tickets.fanaticsevents.com/tickets/RTG-Knoxville-adfadsf

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The Truth About Today’s Sports Card Market May 01, 2026

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In this episode, Jesse and Alex take a real look at the current state of the sports card hobby and ask the question many collectors are starting to feel:

Is this still fun?

From rising prices and changing collector habits to the growing gap between casual collectors and big spenders, we break down what is actually happening right now and what it means for the future of the hobby.

Whether you’re ripping wax, buying singles, or just trying to keep up, this is an honest conversation about where things stand and what might be coming next.

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Upper Deck President Jason Masherah Joins to Discuss the $4.25M Michael Jordan Card Sale, Authentication Risks & Undervalued Markets Apr 28, 2026

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Upper Deck President Jason Masherah joins the show to break down one of the biggest moments in hobby history, the $4.25M Michael Jordan card sale.

We dive into what makes this card so iconic, why it continues to set records decades later, and what it says about the current market.

Jason also pulls back the curtain on sports memorabilia authentication, including how to spot real from fake, why authentication matters more than ever, and the risks collectors are taking without even realizing it.

Plus, we get into:

The most undervalued areas of the hobby right now
How Upper Deck approaches scarcity, pricing, and collectors
Why some memorabilia may actually be a better value than cards today
And what the future of the hobby could look like

If you collect cards or memorabilia, this is a must-listen.

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Saying Goodbye to a Father Apr 23, 2026

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Today, we take a moment to honor Mike's stepfather, a true Boston sports fan, a family-first guy, and someone who left a lasting impact on everyone around him. This is a personal send-off filled with stories, laughter, and the moments that mattered most.

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We Sold $197,000 of Topps Chrome Football in 1 Day Apr 17, 2026

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Topps Chrome Football is here, and the hobby reaction has been even crazier than expected.

Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson break down the insane launch of Topps Chrome Football after a record-setting day that saw Sports Cards Nonsense generate nearly $197,000 in sales, shattering our previous high. They get into the real reasons demand exploded, why breakers and collectors may have underestimated the market, and whether these prices are a sign of a new level for the hobby or the peak before things come back down.
They also talk through the product itself, including early reactions to inserts like Kaiju, Tecmo and Genie, huge sales for stars and rookies, and why cards for players like Jaxson Dart, Josh Allen and Tom Brady are already commanding massive prices. Plus, they debate whether Topps Chrome Football is simply too expensive, what this release says about hobby demand right now, and why some of the biggest breakers are furious about pricing and release-day strategy.

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Topps Conference Review + Massive Card Release Week Apr 14, 2026

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Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson are back from the Topps Industry Conference and joined by Jason Shepherd of Shep’s Cards to break down all the news out of Arizona, as well as one of the biggest release weeks in the hobby.

They dive into the top takeaways from the conference, including what Topps revealed about the future of football products, the conversation around wax pricing, and what all of it means for collectors and shops.

The episode also covers a packed product calendar, from Topps Chrome Football to Marvel Finest and Disney Neon, along with a bigger-picture discussion about hobby growth, market demand, and whether the release schedule is starting to feel too crowded.

Later, they’re joined by Steve from Filthbomb Breaks to talk about Filthbomb’s expansion to eBay Live, why the platform is a major opportunity for singles, and the launch of Filthbomb’s first official sports break on eBay Live, Monday night at 6 pm ET.

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My Love-Hate Relationship With Topps, 90s Inserts, Big eBay Live Debut Apr 02, 2026

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Topps is bringing serious heat with Bowman Basketball, Cosmic Basketball and the return of Topps Football, but Mike Gioseffi has a big problem with how it’s all being rolled out.

He opens the show with a rant on Topps flooding the market all at once after long gaps with almost no major releases, and explains why the timing is brutal for collectors trying to plan around multiple expensive product drops. At the same time, he gives Topps credit for what looks like a loaded stretch of releases, from Cosmic’s massive chase potential to Bowman Basketball’s return and the inserts that could help Topps Football be a major success.

Then the episode shifts into a fun deep dive on underrated 90s inserts with Lane Dukart, including Penny Hardaway, Platinum Medallions, Flair Row 0 and other nostalgic cards that still feel under-appreciated in today’s market.

Later, Gordy Bonker joins to break down what’s happening in vintage, why top-tier names like Mantle, Ruth and Jordan keep rising, and why he’s making the move from TikTok to eBay Live for his live selling show.

Join Gordy's debut on eBay Live Sunday at 8 pm ET.

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Inside a $500,000 Sports Card Collection Mar 31, 2026

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Mike and Jesse are back as Mike shares the story of the biggest and most valuable sports card collection he's ever seen in person. The collection includes six-figure Shohei Ohtani cards, 1/1 autos, high-end Mike Trout, Bobby Witt Jr., Ken Griffey Jr., Albert Pujols and more, along with what Mike actually bought and how a deal like that comes together.
From there, they get into the reality of moving big cards through eBay Live, why some cards make more sense for consignment, and what stood out after handling that much high-end inventory at once.
Later in the episode, they react to the ongoing Topps website issues and ask a question a lot of collectors are asking right now: if regular buyers still cannot get product at launch, what does that mean for the long-term health of the hobby? And does Topps have any reason to change a system that keeps frustrating collectors?
They also talk Fanatics Fest and the new Game Plan crossover bringing business and celebrity names into the space, then close with a fun mailbag covering modern parallels, favorite card colors and refractors, and whether 1990s inserts still have room to grow.

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All the Nonsense! Opening Day Pack Rips and Fun with Jesse + Joe Mar 26, 2026

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On today’s episode of Sports Cards Nonsense, Jesse Gibson is joined by Joe Wysmierski for a mix of Opening Day baseball talk, hobby debate, and complete nonsense. Jesse rips 2025 Topps Update, 2025 Stadium Club, and 2026 Series 1 blasters while Joe breaks down what collectors should actually be hunting for, including Stadium Club image variations, green parallels, and the upside of ripping retail on a day like Opening Day.

The episode also dives into the buzz around Select Football packaging and whether certain boxes really give away where the case hits are hiding.

Beyond that, Jesse and Joe get into the Fanatics monopoly lawsuit being dropped, the state of eBay Live, why soccer cards could have a real runway with the World Cup coming, and Joe’s very honest thoughts on card shows. It’s a fun (and totally nonsensical) episode with a little bit of everything: opening day energy, hobby opinions, retail ripping, and the kind of banter that makes this show what it is.

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