Best Baseball Garbage Podcasts (2025)

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947: Dying Doctors, Baseball Babes, & British Baking Bust 1:06:20

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Sarah dropped a Great British Baking Bomb on the show today and shattered our love affair with the culinary reality show. They have officially jumped the shark, and we're none too pleased. We hear why one of a League of Their Own real-life legends is promoting women's baseball, but they're taking a different approach than the WNBA. Sarah reveals ho…

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Why CDO of WEX Puts People Before Technology in the Age of AI 43:21

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Join us for a compelling conversation on leading through change with Karen Stroup, Chief Digital Officer at WEX. In this episode of The Data Chief, Karen shares her insights on navigating the complexities of AI adoption. She discusses why focusing on the customer problem is more important than simply applying new technology, how to build trust by a…

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Breaking Exclusive News! MLB x Disney Collab & First Topps Age-Graded Product Revealed with Aaron Abrams 1:01:04

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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse (yes, in a Buzz Lightyear suit) and Ray are joined by Aaron Abrams of Topps to deliver two massive exclusive hobby scoops you won’t hear anywhere else! First, Aaron reveals embargoed news of an upcoming MLB x Disney collaboration, a groundbreaking partnership that could reshape how licensed entertainment and sport…

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946: Unknown Number, Amputee Animus, & Celebrity Children's Books 1:03:25

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Sarah is living her best childless life and Susie has a cat with an unfortunate habit. We discuss the wildly disturbing documentary Unknown Number about the high school girl who was bullied by her own mom, the reason the documentary was more disturbing than the articles we've already discussed on the show, and why experts are calling this a new for…

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Two Surprise Topps Releases + Pokémon or Baseball: Which Is the Better Investment? 1:07:38

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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray tackle a wave of major new releases! First up: two surprise Topps products—Disney Wonder and Dune Chrome—each loaded with unexpected inclusions that collectors are already buzzing about. Next, it’s on to the Pokémon Mega Evolutions release and the most collectible cards from the set. That leads into a bigg…

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945: Whale Tale, Window Seats, & Happy Meal Adults 58:52

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Susie learned about a shocking situation developing at a French aquarium housing killer whales where animal rights activists caught the trainers, um, handling the whales to alleviate adult desires brewing between the whales. We hear why it's happening, and why it's so upsetting (beyond the obvious). We discuss the situation between 74yo former NFL …

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944: Sand Dunes, Fire Ants, & Serena Williams' Body 57:17

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Sarah was having the time of her life in the creepiest national park that may or may not have alien life. We learn about a horse who died under mysterious circumstances and how a cult got started nearby. And we hear about her experience at a hot spring in her area that freaked her out and made her foot feel like it was on fire. We learn about a fle…

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Unlocking the Autonomous Enterprise, with ThoughtSpot CEO 45:41

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The next generation of analytics is here. In this episode of The Data Chief, ThoughtSpot CEO Ketan Karkhanis explains why AI is the new BI, and the future of analytics is autonomous. Karkhanis shares his vision for the autonomous enterprise, where AI agents act on insights and automate workflows. He also explains why a culture of trust and experime…

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Scams, Scalpers & SpongeBob?! The Hobby Gets Weird 1:19:14

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In this week’s episode of Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray dig into some of the biggest conversations shaking up the non-sport card hobby: The marketing problem in non-sports cards and why it lags behind sports cards in engagement. The upcoming Pokémon Ultra Premium Collection boxes dropping in November, and why collectors are buzzing about these two …

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943: Sweet Caroline, Camp Songs, & Keanu Doesn't Love You 1:02:32

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Sarah wants Susie to see T-Pain with her in Denver, and Susie's up for it, but had to confess she doesn't know any of his songs. We discuss one-hit-wonder band, Devo, why they were misunderstood, why they never had another hit, and how expectations determine how a band deals with only having one hit. We find out the origin story for Sweet Caroline …

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942: Mom Dorms, Serious Sarah, & Parking Lot Drama 57:19

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Brain Candy is pumped up for their live event--if you haven't gotten your tickets, now is the time! Sarah is in charge of grassroots promotions, and it reminded her of the importance of being a part of our communities in real life. We discuss the trend of moms going hog-wild decorating their children's dorm rooms, why we think they're doing this, a…

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$200 to Full-Time Pokémon Dealer?! Jonathan Miller’s Journey + HUGE Chrome Disney Hype” 1:17:12

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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray are joined by Jonathan Miller of Music City Games, who went from a professional Halo player to a full-time Pokémon dealer in just one year! Jonathan reveals how he flipped a $200 investment into a career, grew a viral social media presence, and built a business out of card shows. He shares the strategies t…

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941: Biggest Loser, Twin Telepathy, & Garbage Crypto Conclusion 52:21

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Susie watched the Biggest Loser docuseries, and it just confirms everything we've been saying about reality tv for decades, but it leaves the question of whether we should expect more from our "entertainment." We find out whether twins have "telepathy" or any kind of special biological ability that allows them to understand each other better, read …

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940: Ayn Rand Jeans, Mosquito Music, & Sing Like a Canary 53:05

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Susie's shirt sparked a whole conversation about Ayn Rand, red flag books, Catcher in the Rye, incels, back-to-school hauls, PacSun jeans, the great jeans/genes scandal, and Lauren Sanchez. And none of it was planned. So buckle up. We debate whether/how we can regulate adult content online to limit its exposure to children without compromising free…

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From Comic Books to Wrestling Rings: Rod Grimes Talks Collecting & Topps WWE Cactus Jack 1:24:50

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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray dive into a pop culture collectible they’ve never given enough spotlight—COMIC BOOKS! Guest Rod Grimes, a longtime comic collector and flipper, joins to share everything you need to know about the comic book world: What’s hot in comics right now How modern issues gain value Tools to help collectors track d…

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939: Finger Fame, Last Supper Project, & Yogurt Shop Murders 53:52

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Susie found out that the lesbian community has a real affinity for fingers, and she might have what they're looking for, but she wonders if the gays are keeping secrets about their romantic ways. We learn about a man who announced his intention to do assisted suicide, but asked people to invite him to dinner beforehand. We find out how his dinner t…

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938: Labubu Mania, Cover Songs, & Trader Joe's 1:04:37

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We are super excited to announce our very first live event in Denver on October 30! We discuss all the details of what we have planned for our inaugural IRL Brain Candy event! (get tickets here!). We discuss the bizarro world of Labubu and try to figure out why people are losing their minds for them. We hear why Sarah will forever chase the high of…

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From Building at Pinterest and Airbnb to Revolutionizing AI at Kumo.AI 32:53

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Hear how data is rewriting the rules—and driving the future of innovation. Dr. Vanja breaks down his approach to enterprise AI, and the key strategies for success. He shares what it means to be a “data-forward organization” and why data must sit at the heart of how a company operates. Discover why integration speed is the new competitive edge Key M…

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New Star Wars Heats Up, Pokémon Worlds Flip Frenzy & PSA vs GameStop Showdown 1:29:11

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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray break down the new Star Wars Topps Chrome release, covering fresh autos, inserts, and why prices are already rising. Then they dive into Pokémon Worlds 2025, from exclusive product scalping to new TCG rarities. Next, it’s PSA vs GameStop buybacks—who’s paying more, and what collectors need to know. Finally…

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937: Cat Cafe, Cake Smash, & Bite Club 1:03:39

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Susie has an update on her cat situation, and Sarah is learning more than she ever wanted to know about cat cafes. We debate the cake smash tradition at weddings, and we hear why the more violent and abusive examples of this are going viral on TikTok. And we consider why men resort to this aggressive ritual even when they're humiliating or hurting …

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936: Pac-Man, Camp Life, & Shiny Happy People 1:08:44

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We have a new Brain Candy seal of approval, inspired by Sarah, created by Adam, and loved by all. Pay attention to our approvals with our new device. We wonder why the Twinkie never left despite threats that they were discontinuing their production of the food (???). We learn the origin of Pac-Man, why the game was revolutionary, and what makes us …

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Inside Reclaim Customs: Wild Card Requests, McDonald’s Pokémon Frenzy & Marvel’s High-End Chase 1:25:09

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In this episode of Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray kick things off with a hands-on review of the new VeeFriends Super Sticker product. They share why they like the cards, while also addressing why some retail customers aren’t happy—especially those whose preorders arrived after shops and breakers had already started ripping. Next, they welcome Eric W…

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935: What Dan Read, Song Bingo, & Dental Scam 1:01:56

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We're fresh off the heals of our Colorado Rocky Mountain high, and we are still recovering. Susie talks about a man who read 3,599 books in his lifetime and kept an adorable handwritten list of them that is now available to all of us. A zoo wants you to know that if you have any "unwanted" pets that they'll take them off your hands and feed them to…

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934: Surrogacy Gone Wild, Parents Aplenty, & Moose Meese 1:10:56

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Sarah talks about a couple who started their own surrogacy company, but then just used it as a cover for them to have 21 children, and now authorities are investigating how they were able to get away with this insanity for so long. We learn that some families are more likely to produce boys vs girls or vice versa, and that the men in the family (we…

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Why "Garbage In, Disaster Out" is AI's New Reality: Ecolab CDO 40:26

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Join us for expert insights on driving data-led change. Anand Iyer, Senior Vice President and Chief Data Officer at Ecolab, breaks down his approach to AI-powered innovation. He shares how to ensure AI initiatives directly impact the bottom line, why an engineering approach is key for prioritizing AI use cases, and that "garbage in, disaster out" i…

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Record-Breaking $100K Star Wars Sale, The National’s Neglected Non-Sport Scene & Funko’s Future with Wasatch Pop 1:12:38

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Fresh off his trip to The National, Jesse sits down with Ray to share his experience hunting for non-sport cards at the largest card show in the world. Despite the continued rise of Pokémon and Topps Entertainment products, Jesse breaks down the surprising lack of non-sport presence—but also highlights the biggest Star Wars card sale in history, a …

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933: Man Overboard, Mental Miracle, & Useful Grief 1:06:37

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ATTENTION: Spotify is the source of issues with the podcast episode this week. The full version is available on Apple Podcasts. You can also listen to the episode here: https://thebraincandypodcast.com/episode/933 Susie's Chili's is back after a two year closure due to fire, and she's finally got her baby back. And we learn the reason she is obsess…

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932: Coldplay Cheaters, Cruise Mystery, & Little Treats 1:03:12

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Susie hasn't been this happy since we found out Luigi Mangioni's name thanks to the Coldplay cheaters on the kiss cam. We discuss how it's not the crime, but the cover-up once again that got them into trouble. We debate which concerts are cheater concerts, whether it's ok to make fun of people like them who go viral, and what we think will happen t…

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New Pokémon Art Joining Banned List?! Plus, Exclusive SDCC Marvel Mint Release & 2025 Star Wars Topps Chrome Preview 1:12:17

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In this new release packed episode of Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray go all in on the latest hobby news—starting with a recap of some of the wild news coming from San Diego Comic-Con, which now feels like a must-attend event for non-sport collectors. They break down the exclusive “Fork” redemption card used by “Hangman” Adam Page during AEW All In, …

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931: Making Memories, Fake Jobs, & TikTok Brain 53:50

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LIVE trivia is this Wednesday July 30th at 8PM! - Today, Sarah tells a story about a man who watched a few YouTube videos and pretended to be a dentist, performing actual dental work on people. This leads us to think of the professions one could fake the easiest and get away with it. And Susie thinks of the best possible answer. We learn some tips …

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Why Leaders Need to Master Responsible AI: Insights from Pioneer Noelle Russell 57:32

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Prepare for game-changing AI insights! Join Noelle Russell, CEO of the AI Leadership Institute and author of Scaling Responsible AI: From Enthusiasm to Execution. Noelle, an AI pioneer, shares her journey from the early Alexa team with Jeff Bezos, where her unique perspective shaped successful mindfulness apps. We'll explore her "I Love AI" communi…

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How to Spot Fake Autographs: A Former Forger Speaks Out, Plus the Biggest Chases in 2025’s Non-Sport Releases 1:17:08

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In this episode of Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray open with breaking news that’s shaking the hobby: reports of hundreds of millions of dollars in forged autographs and fake certificates of authenticity. With autograph collectors now facing serious risks, the team brings on a uniquely qualified guest—Cliff Panezich, a former forger who once ran a mul…

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930: Tooth Hurty, Gen Z Stare, & Mind Blanking 1:04:03

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We're obsessing about teeth today (more than usual)! Hear why Susie thinks she got confirmation that wisdom teeth removal is done too frequently, and why she and Gen Z finally have something in common. We discuss the viral accusation of "Gen Z stare," and theorize why it's happening. We learn about a study done on persuasion that made a bunch of pe…