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Across the Marvelverse is a Marvel podcast covering the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), Marvel Comics, Marvel trading cards, collectibles, and video games. Hosted by Jimmy with a new guest each episode, we explore characters, storylines, collector culture, and the latest Marvel news—one corner of the Marvel universe at a time.
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Hobby Nonsense

Hobby Nonsense

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Hobby Nonsense is your weekly dive into the weird, wonderful world of non-sport trading cards and pop culture collectibles. Hosted by Jesse Gibson and Ray Solorio, the podcast covers everything from Pokémon, Marvel, and Star Wars to Garbage Pail Kids, sketch cards, and vintage oddities from the junk wax era. Each episode features news, market trends, release breakdowns, and interviews with collectors, creators, and industry insiders. Whether you're chasing Charizards, ripping retro wax, or e ...
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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray open the show by addressing concerns surrounding PSA’s buyback system and whether the issues collectors are seeing are simply flaws — or signs of something more intentional. Then they’re joined by Tory Hermens of DCSports87 for a deep discussion on what truly drives the value of a sketch card: the artist, …
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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray dive into one of the biggest release cycles the hobby has seen in months. The episode starts with Jesse breaking down his viral post about clues suggesting a possible Topps x Pokémon 30th Anniversary collaboration set next year — a theory that took off online, even though Ray isn’t convinced it has anythin…
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Heads up sensation seekers, it’s “Unnecessary Exclamation Mark Week”. Plus, paper clip designs, cosmic burps and a rant about resident parking in London. Also, the Museum of Misplaced Items and this week’s much anticipated “Luff Actually Horoscope”. Featuring, Gus the Sofa, Tex Magnum, Kaysi Valayzee and Flirty Gertie. Written and presented by Bria…
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Sheep who respond to Alexa commands, how fast do microwave cookers rotate and a rant about cheating footballers. Plus, a goldfish called Patrick and a conversation with Tom Daly about battery storage. Featuring “Tarot Card Bingo” with Velma Clair and this week’s edition of “Underwhelming” with Toby & Ellie. Written and presented by Brian Luff. Prod…
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A self-satisfied teapot, a man who tried to copyright the moon, and a rant about Amazon Prime. Plus, your Luff Actually Horoscopes, a man who waves at passing clouds, and an “astronaut-librarian” fancy dress costume. Featuring Gus the Sofa, Vicky the Quiz Queen and “The Guy Who Talks About Subbuteo”. Written and presented by Brian Luff. Produced by…
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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray dive into the world of LEGO collecting — and trust us, it’s way deeper (and more valuable) than most collectors realize. They’re joined by Samuel, the creator behind Rarest Lego Minifigure on Instagram, who has built a million-dollar LEGO collection filled with rare, vintage, and one-of-a-kind pieces. Samu…
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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray (after discovering Ray might have trypophobia) dive into a packed show covering Pixar, coins, and Pokémon. First, Jesse and Ray break down Pixar Gold, the newest Topps release celebrating iconic moments from the Pixar universe. With actor autos and “Golden Moments” chases, the product looks gorgeous — but …
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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse (fighting through a stomach bug) and Ray tackle an off-the-wall episode — packed with industry news, market analysis, and a conversation that collectors won’t forget. They start with the shocking report that Funko Pop predicts it will be out of business by the end of next year, breaking down what led to the fall, …
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(00:00) - Marvel Podcast Preview (00:11) - Intro (22:28) - The Watcher's Report (Marvel News) (32:35) - The Collector's Haul (39:12) - Duke Comic Art! (01:19:16) - Lumpkin's Letters (01:42:29) - Final Art Reveal This week on Across the Marvelverse, Duke Comic Art joins the show and draws LIVE! 🖌️ Duke has created incredible artwork for Topps and Up…
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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray kick things off by addressing the recent big-pull streak in breaks and the social media chatter accusing Jesse of getting “loaded cases.” They dig into why some people hate seeing big hits and why others think rare cards “should be worthless.” From there, we cover: 🔥 GameStop reverses course after hobby ba…
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(00:00) - Intro (02:28) - The Watcher's Report (Marvel News) (10:20) - The Collector's Haul (14:42) - The Checklist 🎙️ This week on Across the Marvelverse, I go solo! This is a short, mini episode where we hit Marvel news, pickups, and a bit on how I am developing my checklist. 🎙️ Follow us: 🔹 Jimmy – @Hermit.Style (Instagram) 🔹 Podcast – @AcrossTh…
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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray break down a massive week across the non-sport hobby world. They kick off with an update on Leaf’s $200K celebrity Polaroid purchase, revealing the new Leaf Photographic product — and why the rollout may leave some collectors wanting more. Then, they turn to VeeFriends’ Super Stickers Spectacular Series, a…
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(00:00) - Preview (00:15) - Intro (07:59) - The Watcher's Report (Marvel News) (20:24) - The Collector's Haul (32:47) - Anthony's Moon Knight Collection (01:15:15) - Kakawow (01:39:01) - Lumpkin's Letters 🎙️ This week on Across the Marvelverse, I sit down with a dedicated Moon Knight collector who shares the stories behind his incredible collection…
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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse welcomes Ray back from his trip and the duo dives into one of the busiest hobby weeks in recent memory! They kick things off with the Topps Chrome Labubu release, which may be even more limited than expected — and has already doubled in price on the secondary market. From there, they share their experiences at The…
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(00:00) - Preview (00:19) - Intro (05:48) - The Watcher's Report (Marvel News) (18:49) - The Collector's Haul (28:07) - Matty's Collection and Marvel Masterpieces 2022 (01:41:30) - Lumpkin's Letters Jimmy and Matty go deep on one of the craziest Marvel Masterpieces collections out there. From Matty’s huge Gambit collection to completing every autog…
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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse is joined by Alex of Clever Cuban Cards while Ray’s out of town, and the two dive deep into a packed week of hobby news and insights! They start by uncovering hidden gems in recent card releases — and Alex shares a possible reason why some of the best content isn’t being marketed as much as it should be. Then, the…
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(00:00) - Preview (00:23) - Intro (08:21) - The Watcher's Report (31:26) - The Collector's Haul (58:27) - Ryan's Master Collection (01:59:48) - Lumpkin's Letters This isn’t just a collection, it’s a legacy. From trading cards to original art, @Supersized_Ry has assembled one of the most complete Juggernaut displays on the planet, blending obsession…
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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray cover a packed slate of hobby news and exclusives. They kick things off with their recent WWE card break experiences, followed by excitement over the massive sale of a unique Walt Disney card that has collectors talking. They also react to leaked Pokémon product sets for the upcoming year, speculating on w…
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(06:55) - The Watcher's Report (25:10) - The Collector's Haul (39:28) - Blake's Collector Story + Commissions! (01:17:01) - Lumpkin's Letters Jimmy is joined by Blake to discuss his collector story and the process of commissioning artists to enhance your collection and obtain true original art. 🎙️ Follow us: 🔹 Blake – Instagram: https://www.instagr…
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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray cover a whirlwind of hobby news and trends: 📉 The rise and fall of MTG: Spider-Man pricing — and why gameplay might be playing a bigger role than expected. 🧍‍♂️🧍‍♀️ Disney Chrome’s massive success, including surprise celebrity autos that stunned collectors. 🚨 The fake graded card problem continues, and the…
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(07:41) - The Watcher's Report (30:58) - The Collector's Haul (39:45) - Brandan's Collector Story + Original Art (01:23:59) - Lumpkin's Letters Jimmy is joined by Brandan (@Bronamath) to share his Marvel collector story and dive into the world of original art. From cards and comics to sketches, commissions, and covers, we break down what makes OA s…
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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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Join Nathan (@TrueBlueCollectibles) and Jimmy (@Hermit.Style) as they talk Marvel collecting and bridging the gap from cards to figures. (00:00) - Preview (00:13) - Intro (02:14) - Nathan's Marvel Story (09:56) - The Watcher's Report (25:48) - The Collector's Haul (38:49) - Nathan's Collection + Marvel Legends (01:22:36) - Lumpkin's Letters In this…
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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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Join Donny (@therealmccoycollector) and Jimmy (Hermit Style) as they talk Marvel collecting and bridging the gap from cards to comics. (15:49) - The Watcher's Report (42:58) - The Collector's Haul (01:07:13) - Donny's Collector Story + Comics 101 (01:44:31) - Lumpkin's Letters In this episode of Across the Marvelverse, I’m joined by my good friend …
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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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(00:56) - Intro (05:13) - Justin's Marvel Story (13:16) - The Watcher's Report (News) (29:41) - The Collector's Haul (New Pickups) (39:35) - Today's Focus - Collecting the Spidey Hits Way! (01:29:26) - Rapid Fire Questions (01:31:47) - Lumpkin's Letters (Listener Q&A) In this episode of Across the Marvelverse, I’m joined by Justin Underwood, better…
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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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The Marvel Collecting 101 series continues! After covering Marvel cards and sketch cards, this week we’re breaking down Comic Cuts — trading cards that feature real panels cut straight from Marvel comics. I’m joined by Raj (Wolverine_ClawsOut) to talk about the history of Comic Cuts, why collectors chase them, and what makes each one a true one-of-…
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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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(02:30) - The Watcher's Report (12:50) - The Collector's Haul (28:28) - Matt's Collector Story/Sketch Cards 101 (01:41:46) - Lumpkin's Letters Creators & Guests Jimmy - Host Matt Fuller - Guest Marvel Collecting 101 continues! After last week’s episode on general Marvel card collecting tips, we’re diving into the world of sketch cards. Collector Ma…
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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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(02:27) - The Watcher's Report (24:35) - The Collector's Haul (48:29) - Fantastic Four Review (No Spoilers) (02:03:18) - Lumpkin's Letters Creators & Guests Jimmy - Host Matt Lowenstein - Guest Marvel trading cards are hotter than ever — but where do you even start? Season 2 is here! This season of Across the Marvelverse is all about helping fans c…
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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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(04:43) - The Watcher's Report (20:40) - The Collector's Haul (38:19) - Fantastic Four Review (No Spoilers) (01:56:51) - Lumpkin's Letters Creators & Guests William Johnson - Guest Jimmy - Host The Phase 5 MCU Awards Show!!! 📱 Follow Us 🔹 William – IG: https://www.instagram.com/thespiritofthecards 🔹 Jimmy – IG: https://www.instagram.com/hermit.styl…
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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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(02:48) - The Watcher's Report (16:51) - The Collector's Haul (28:54) - Fantastic Four Review (No Spoilers) (54:01) - Fantastic Four Review (Spoilers!) (01:27:52) - Lumpkin's Letters Creators & Guests Jimmy - Host Fausto Barrionuevo - Guest Marvel’s First Family is back — but does their multiverse debut live up to the hype? This week on Across the …
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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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(07:42) - The Watcher's Report (46:08) - The Collector's Haul (59:14) - Today's Focus: The Museum Method (01:23:58) - Lumpkin's Letters We dive deeper into Marvel collecting and explore Graydon's Museum Method of collecting. Plus we chat about all the latest news including Fantastic Four Release weekend, new Marvel card sets including Topps Mint an…
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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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(01:50) - Introductions (08:45) - The Watcher's Report (News) (37:24) - The Collector's Haul (New Pickups) (47:27) - Today's Focus: Building a Unique Collection (01:09:55) - Collecting Tips (01:23:12) - Lumpkin's Letters (Listener Questions) https://linktr.ee/acrossthemarvelverse In this premiere episode of Across the Marvelverse, Jimmy is joined b…
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Welcome to Across the Marvelverse — your new favorite place to celebrate all things Marvel. From comics to cards, movies to Marvel Snap, this podcast is a space for fans to come together and explore the many ways we connect to the Marvel Universe. Hosted by Jimmy, each episode features a new guest and a new conversation — because there’s no one rig…
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In this episode of Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray kick things off by recapping the Nash-ional, the booming Nashville Card Show that’s quickly evolving into a Pokémon-focused destination. Ray shares details on a major find and how the vibe of the show has changed for collectors. Then they’re joined by David Campos to finally dive deep into the world …
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In this milestone episode, Jesse officially welcomes Ray Solorio as the new co-host of Hobby Nonsense! Ray will bring his expertise on WWE and modern Pokémon, while diving deeper into the world of non-sport collecting alongside Jesse. They kick things off with a breakdown of the Dodgers' One Piece promo cards, which were handed out at a recent game…
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In this week’s episode, Jesse kicks things off with a major update: the Magic: The Gathering x Final Fantasy collaboration is now officially the best-selling MTG crossover to date. He explores what that means for future collaborations—and what it might say about past ones, too. Then it’s on to a new release from Upper Deck: a Scooby-Doo trading car…
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In this week’s episode, Jesse is joined by Ray Solorio to unpack Fanatics Fest from the non-sport card collector’s perspective. Jesse shares his thoughts on the card selection compared to last year and what the experience was like for non-sport fans. Also joining the show is Bryce Joyner, who was set up as a dealer at the event. He shares his first…
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In this week’s episode, Jesse starts with some big hobby news: a VeeFriends Superfractor—ungraded—just sold for $25,000. Is that too high? Too low? Jesse weighs in on the significance of the sale and where it places VeeFriends in the larger card market. Then, things get a little wild in the world of Pokémon overload. From Hershey’s Kisses with Poké…
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In this episode, Jesse is joined again by Ray Solorio to unpack some of the most buzzworthy topics in the non-sport and pop culture collecting world. They kick things off with a look at the upcoming 2025 Topps Marvel release, discussing what makes it one of the biggest Marvel card sets ever—from the sheer volume of characters to a wide range of ins…
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In this episode, Jesse kicks things off with a live opening of a Pokémon repack—and absolutely crushes it! From there, he reflects on the current summer lull in non-sport product releases and whether that’s a good or bad thing for collectors. He also dives into the upcoming Rolling Stone card set, analyzing whether it has hit potential or if it mig…
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In this episode, Jesse kicks things off by revealing a new personal collection (PC) character he picked up over the weekend, and reflects on the rising popularity of non-sport cards, including a surprising new social media follower who made his day. Next, Jesse covers some policy changes at GameStop aimed at getting more product into collectors' ha…
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