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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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All Episodes

42:50

Super Bowl Conspiracy Theory and Fanatics Leaks

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2026/02/04

Live from the Mojobreak Shop in Santa Clara, California Jesse and Mike are joined by Mojo's Dan and Doug for part 1 of a two-part show that you'll have to tune into the Mojo The Hype podcast tomorrow for!The guys discuss the Super Bowl conspiracy theory, the latest Fanatics leaks and what makes a breaker successful or.. not. Tune in and keep an eye out for more content from Super Bowl week in the Bay Area! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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54:21

Why Are Sam Darnold Cards So Cheap? + Tom Brady & The...

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2026/01/29

Mike and Jesse are back to break down the latest movement in the sports card market as we head toward the Super Bowl.First, Jesse shares a "cautionary tale" involving a massive rip of Marvel cards and the hunt for a Hugh Jackman auto. Then, the guys look at the disrespect in the NFL market, specifically comparing Sam Darnold's prices to Josh Allen's. Despite a stellar season and being the NFC Champ, Darnold's cards are a fraction of the price of many other quarterbacks. Are collectors missing the

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39:42

Patriots Super Bowl Run: Drake Maye vs. Tom Brady &...

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2026/01/27

The New England Patriots are going back to the Super Bowl after an improbable run where they'll again meet the Seattle Seahawks. Mike Gioseffi coudn't be more excited as he reflects on the team's 9-0 road record and how this season has reinvigorated his interest in collecting the current roster, specifically MVP candidate Drake Maye.Mike also welcomes Justin Wickizer, the Director of PSA Marketplace, to discuss the highly anticipated PSA Spotlight Auction launching January 28th, which features

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86:12

2026 is the New 2016: How Sports Cards Have Changed...

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2026/01/22

Mike and Jesse are back with Papa Gio to take on the viral 2016 vs 2026 challenge by looking back at the state of the sports card hobby exactly ten years ago. They break down the shocking price differences for iconic cards like the Michael Jordan rookie and Tom Brady Bowman Chrome to see just how much the market has exploded since COVID and the pre-investor era. The guys also react to some wild statistics about box prices from a decade ago and debate whether the "pure collector" days of 2016 were

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75:05

Why This QB is Up 600% + $50k Collection Update

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2026/01/20

Is the NFL playoff market setting a massive trap for collectors?Mike and Jesse are joined by BCW Tim to break down the wildest market spike of the week: Jarrett Stidham rookie cards have skyrocketed over 600% following the news that he'll be quarterbacking the Broncos in the AFC Championship Game. Base PSA 10s went from $6 to $50 overnight—is this a legitimate buying opportunity or the ultimate "sell the hype" moment? The guys debate whether these prices are fake and what it means for other

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80:46

Buying a $50,000 Sports Card Collection & Updates...

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2026/01/15

Mike dropped $50,000 cash on a massive sports card collection to stock up for eBay Live and barely looked through it before buying. In this episode of Sports Cards Nonsense Mike and Jesse are joined by Shep as Mike breaks down the deal, how he fit 20,000+ cards into a Suburban, and the huge hidden gems he found including WNBA Prizm and NFL quarterbacks. Plus, the guys discuss the major news from the Topps/Fanatics town hall where they announced they are effectively closing applications for new

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79:30

Ultimate 2025 Bowman Draft Guide: Eli Willits, Seth...

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2026/01/13

Mike and Jesse are back to recap a wild NFL Super Wild Card Weekend before diving headfirst into one of the biggest baseball releases of the year in Bowman Draft.The guys react to the market fallout from the playoffs, discussing Caleb Williams flipping the narrative to clutch leader, why Jordan Love might be a smart buy with Micah Parsons returning, and why Mike argues you couldn't pay him to touch Justin Herbert cards right now after a pathetic showing. They also touch on Sam Darnold’s potential

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74:07

Is the Sports Card Bubble Back? Buying Bryce Young &...

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2026/01/09

On today’s episode of Sports Cards Nonsense, Mike and Jesse dive deep into the current state of the card market to answer a burning question: Are we experiencing another high-end bubble?Mike brings the data, comparing current sales of iconic "GOAT" cards like Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Mickey Mantle against their peak prices during the 2020-2021 COVID boom. The guys break down why cards like the '89 Upper Deck Griffey and '56 Mantle are actually seeing higher prices now than they did during

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69:33

NFL Playoff Buys & Sells + CRAZY Story Behind Topps...

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2026/01/06

Mike and Jesse are back to break down the NFL playoff picture and what it means for the sports card market. They discuss which quarterbacks have the most price upside heading into Wild Card Weekend (is Bryce Young a buy?!) and which stars they are looking to sell immediately, including Aaron Rodgers and Trevor Lawrence. Later, the guys welcome Aaron Abrams (25:10), Director of Entertainment and Pop Culture Cards at Topps, for a fascinating look into the non-sports boom. Aaron shares the chaotic,

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75:43

Is Cooper Flagg the Next Wemby? Potential Monopoly...

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2025/12/24

The hobby news cycle is moving fast. Just days after the Collectors/Beckett announcement, a U.S. Congressman has sent a letter to the FTC asking for an investigation into monopolistic practices in the trading card industry. Is this a legitimate legal threat, or just political grandstanding?Plus, the hobby hype for Cooper Flagg has officially reached dangerous levels. With his first licensed Topps Chrome cards hitting the market, collectors are already paying NBA superstar prices for an unproven

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83:30

Will Collectors Gut or Save Beckett? The Future of...

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2025/12/18

Mike and Jesse debate the massive acquisition of Beckett (BGS) by Collectors, the parent company of PSA. The guys have vehemently different reactions to the deal: Jesse believes Collectors will "save" the brand by leveraging its history and media assets, while Mike argues BGS is destined to be "gutted" like SGC. They discuss what this "monopoly" means for the hobby and whether it will actually improve PSA’s turnaround times.Then, Gordy Bonker joins the show to break down a major shift in the

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71:18

Should You Buy Patrick Mahomes Cards NOW?! Plus,...

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2025/12/16

Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson are back with the biggest stories in the hobby and on the field.Is now the perfect time to buy Patrick Mahomes (5:05) sports cards at a reasonable price, given his ACL tear and the Chiefs' first losing season with Mahomes as the starter. His pricing has been down for the last year or so, with his 2017 Prism Silver PSA 10 down 16% and his 2017 Optic PSA 10 down 20% on the month. Plus, Bo Nix's play (10:00) has closed the gap with Drake Maye, changing the narrative

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59:28

Lawyer Weighs in on Hobby Lawsuits; NFL Buy/Sell, MLB...

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2025/12/11

Mike and Jesse are back and are joined by attorney Paul Lesko who dissects the Panini-Fanatics antitrust lawsuit, revealing a major conflict: Panini is risking its own court credibility by showing potential buyers documents that claim their unlicensed products can outperform licensed ones, directly contradicting their courtroom defense.He also touches on the related Wild Card lawsuit, where Panini is accused of threatening distributors who worked with Wild Card. Separately, the Nikola Jokic card

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85:23

Major Grading Scandal, Is Dak a GOAT & Adam Palmer...

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2025/12/09

On today's episode of Sports Cards Nonsense, Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson break down Jeff Kent’s selection to the Baseball Hall of Fame and discuss the problematic process behind the committee's choices. The guys also tackle the "PSA Pikachu Scandal"—debating whether there is actual fire behind the smoke of recent conflict-of-interest allegations and if AI grading is the inevitable solution. They also spoke with PSA getting their first-hand reactions and explanation on what happened.Later, the

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69:38

Is Topps' Pricing a Problem? Probstein Back on eBay

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2025/12/05

Mike and Jesse dive into the biggest market movers and the hottest debates—starting with whether Topps' pricing strategy a problem for collectors?They break down the shocking $3,300 starting price and $1,625 final price for the Topps Chrome Basketball Jumbo First Day Issue in a rapid-fire Dutch Auction. They also discuss how these massive price discrepancies impact the hobby and whether it's sustainable. The guys are joined by Tory from DCSports87 to preview a massive 2-night eBay Live event

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73:15

Beginner's Guide to The Hobby l TOUGH Questions &...

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2025/12/02

Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson open the show with a beginner-friendly guide to entering the sports card hobby. They cover how to approach breaks, what research actually matters, and where the line really is between cleaning a card and altering it. Upper Deck President Jason Masherah then joins the show for an unfiltered conversation about the state of the hobby. He dives into card pricing, how wealthy collectors influence spending, and why manipulation goes far beyond shill bidding. Jason also

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53:52

Arguing with a Controversial Hobby Figure, More...

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2025/11/24

Mike Gioseffi is joined by the controversial yet insightful guest, Nick Andrews, also known as the Boston Card Hunter for today's episode of Sports Cards Nonsense. The conversation explores the current state of the market, the impact of auction houses, and the evolving landscape of card grading. Nick shares his candid thoughts on the recent hobby scandals and his strategic decisions in the hobby, offering a unique perspective on navigating the highs and lows of collecting.From Probstein and

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71:12

Have You Been Probstein'ed? Massive Hobby Scandal +...

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2025/11/20

Buckle up for a jam-packed, scandal-filled episode of Sports Cards Nonsense as Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson dive into the latest controversies and updates in the hobby. We start with a discussion on the recent security issues and allegations surrounding Probstein. From a massing shilling scandal to a data breech, it only sounds like bad news when it comes to this story. Topps Chrome Basketball dropped this week and Mike has mixed reactions on the prices. We also talk with the management team

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71:27

Are We in Another Hobby Bubble? Topps Town Hall Update

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2025/11/18

In today's episode, Mike and Jesse discuss the end of the wax drought and the continued explosion of the grails market, highlighting significant sales and the potential for future investments.The episode also features talk on the MLB MVP buyback program, analyzing the impact of recent pricing changes on card values. Mike and Jesse discuss the intricacies of the buyback process and offer insights into maximizing returns on specific card types. Additionally, they engage in a lively discussion about

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78:20

Massive Scandal Update, Mantle Hobby Awards Preview

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2025/11/13

In this episode of Sports Cards Nonsense Mike Gioseffi is joined by Joe Wysmierski as they dive into a variety of hobby topics, starting with a heartfelt moment as they address the absence of Jesse due to a personal loss. The conversation transitions into a lively discussion about the intricacies of selling personal collections, with Mike sharing his experiences and strategies for managing and selling sports cards. The episode also covers the excitement and challenges of the sports card market,

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