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Sports Cards Nonsense

Sports Cards Nonsense

A podcast featuring Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson that’s about sports, the Sports card market, and how to make money with this hobby. Who you should be buying and selling - along with the occasional fantasy football advice.

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42:51

PSA is Pausing MULTIPLE Grading Tiers

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2026/05/29

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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60:15

Are We in a Hobby Bubble with Luke from Card Czar

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2026/05/26

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

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61:38

Why NOW is the Time to Sell Wemby!

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2026/05/22

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

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65:40

Catching Up on a WILD Week in the Hobby

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2026/05/18

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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71:43

Wax Prices are FINALLY Starting to Settle Down

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2026/05/15

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

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83:46

2026 Bowman Baseball Breakdown with Special Guest...

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2026/05/12

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

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83:14

$200M Fraud Protection Program with PSA President...

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2026/05/08

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

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79:27

How YOU Can Win $1,000,000 at Fanatics Games

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2026/05/05

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

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89:18

The Truth About Today’s Sports Card Market

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2026/05/01

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

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75:12

Upper Deck President Jason Masherah Joins to Discuss...

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2026/04/28

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

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25:04

Saying Goodbye to a Father

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2026/04/23

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.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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47:09

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

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2026/04/17

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

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74:42

Topps Conference Review + Massive Card Release Week

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2026/04/14

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

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66:31

My Love-Hate Relationship With Topps, 90s Inserts,...

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2026/04/02

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

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63:11

Inside a $500,000 Sports Card Collection

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2026/03/31

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

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70:02

All the Nonsense! Opening Day Pack Rips and Fun with...

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2026/03/26

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

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81:43

Shohei Ohtani Demand is Breaking the Hobby + Why His...

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2026/03/24

Shohei Ohtani card prices are doing things the hobby rarely sees, and Mike, Jesse, Shep from Shep's Cards & Collectibles break down why the demand keeps rising.The guys react to the recent Ohtani vs. Judge dual Logoman sale and debate why an Ohtani solo card can still outpace a massive dual-player piece. They also dig into the bigger picture around Ohtani’s market, including why his cards keep climbing, why even common and lower-end inserts are getting real attention, and whether collectors should

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50:14

Topps Wax Breakdown + Is Flipping Singles the New...

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2026/03/19

Mike Gioseffi takes a deep dive into flipping singles, the rapid growth of SCN’s singles business, what he’s learned from moving serious volume on eBay Live. Plus, why selectivity matters more than ever if you’re trying to build a profitable flipping operation. Then, he's joined by Corey Merriman AKA SlabSquatch to discuss which Topps wax products are actually worth buying right now. The guys take a detailed look at Bowman’s Best, Pristine, Gilded, and other Topps products through the lens of

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84:27

Whatnot Illegal Gambling Allegations Explained + 2026...

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2026/03/17

Jesse Gibson and Alex of Clever Cuban Cards break down the explosive allegations involving Whatnot as hobby attorney Paul Lesko joins the show (13:48) to discuss the arbitration currently filed against Whatnot. Lesko, who is representing the plaintiffs, explains that while these are private proceedings rather than a public lawsuit, the stakes are just as high for the hobby.Then, with the Card Ladder 50 Index up 11% since the start of the year, Chris McGill of Card Ladder joins to share which stars

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70:20

New $5.2M Record Card & Bowman’s Best Checkout Chaos

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2026/03/12

In this episode of Sports Cards Nonsense, Jesse and Mike break down a historic week for the hobby. The headliner? The record-breaking $5.2 million sale of Aaron Judge’s 2013 Bowman Chrome Draft Superfractor 1/1. The guys dive into the implications of this massive sale and debate the "modern vs. ultra-modern" labels in today’s market.The heat isn't just in baseball, though; the guys react to Bam Adebayo’s 83-point performance and the subsequent spike in his card prices. Plus, they address the

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