Best Mike Gioseffi Podcasts (2025)

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Massive Scandal Update, Mantle Hobby Awards Preview 1:18:20

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2h ago1:18:20

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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 h…

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Is it Still Worth Grading Cards With SGC? 54:05

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In this episode of the Hobby Handbook, Alex AKA Clever Cuban Cards dives into the latest happening in the sports card grading market, focusing on the challenges faced by collectors and sellers in choosing between PSA and SGC.The discussion highlights the impact of grading turnaround times, market liquidity, and the strategic decisions by grading co…

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Shilling Fights Continue, Evolution of Football Hobby Market and Non-QB Interest 1:11:03

2h ago1:11:03

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Jesse and Mike are joined by Shep of Shep's Cards to talk about the latest sports card and collectibles news, and drama... Shilling is the talk of the hobby right now, which Mike and Shep weigh in on in detail. Plus, Boston Card Hunter has a juicy scoop the guys discuss. Probstein is breaking off from eBay is there more there than meets the eyes? T…

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Is Some Shill Bidding Acceptable + Future of Card Shows 1:20:42

1h ago1:20:42

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Jesse Gibson is joined by Alex, AKA Clever Cuban Cards as they dive into the frustrations of trying to snag the 2025 Topps Black and White Baseball release, pointing out how poor communication left many collectors in the dark. The conversation heats up with a debate on shill bidding, where they break down the ethics and impact on the hobby. They al…

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Building Your Sports Card Hobby Network Like a Pro 59:28

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In today's episode of The Hobby Handbook, @CleverCubanCards is joined by Alex AKA @armyatc22 , a great follow in the hobby space who you may have seen going viral on social media. Alex starts the episode by sharing a Learn From My Mistakes episode on timing your sports card pickups wisely and not falling into major hype moments, like right now with…

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LIVE Contract Negotation, eBay's Adam Ireland Joins, NFL QB Rankings 1:01:08

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Who wants SCN merch? Jesse Gibson and Mike Gioseffi start the show by going off-script with a live contract negotiation for Jesse. Then Adam Ireland, eBay's Vice President and General Manager, Global Collectibles joins the show to talk about all things eBay from sports cards to watches and more. We also dive into what Adam collects including 49ers …

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Insider Hockey Tips, Big Announcement + Ohtani Dip Incoming? 1:10:06

6d ago1:10:06

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PSA and eBay have a new partnership. Is it actually good news for the hobby? Jesse Gibson is joined by Alex AKA Clever Cuban Cards for today's episode and they're joined by Doug Plagens, the radio voice of the Florida Panthers who will be joining the Sports Cards Nonsense Media Network with a new hockey podcast, Nonsense on Ice! Doug shares some ex…

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How to Grow Your Collectibles Business or Side Hustle 1:04:33

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This week's episode of The Hobby Handbook with @CleverCubanCards is a lesson on how to start or grow your hobby business or side hustle. We're joined by Jim AKA THX10SportsCards, who's relatively new to making the sports card hobby his business. Alex walks him through how he'd recommend growing his hobby business from Whatnot to social media and be…

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Biggest Loss in Sports Cards History + An Enemy Joins the Show 1:18:35

9d ago1:18:35

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In today's episode of the Sports Cards Nonsense, Mike and Jesse are joined by Professor Sports Cards, a seasoned collector and YouTube personality known for his candid takes on the hobby. The guys discuss the current state of the sports card market, the impact of overprinting, and the allure of vintage autograph rookies, which Professor enjoys coll…

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Wemby Hype > Ohtani? Gambling Scandal & BCW Giveaway 1:02:43

14d ago1:02:43

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The NBA is back and the first few games have certainly delivered and shaken up the hobby market. Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson are joined by a slew of guests include BCW Tim, Adam Gray, Eddie and Papa Gio to talk about the NBA season and Topps basketball's release. Papa Gio has some mafia intel for us on the bombshell gambling arrests this morning…

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Timing This PC Pickup PERFECTLY, Nashville Card Show Recap 45:41

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Did Alex make a mistake in selling his Shohei Ohtani Rookie Auto in 2023? He shares the epic story of making that sale and reflects on whether he regrets it. After nearly two years of hunting for a replacement, Alex finally found a replacement Ohtani that he wanted to buy this weekend at the Nashville Card Show. Not only did he buy that Ohtani auto…

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Ohtani 10Xing, Card Show News, Big Release Week 1:00:36

25d ago1:00:36

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Did Shohei Ohtani just play the best game of any baseball player in the history of Major League Baseball? Mike and Jesse are back with a new episode of Sports Cards Nonsense that keys in on Ohtani's massive sports card market. Drake Maye and Bo Nix continue to have their markets grow, too. The Hobby Handbook's Clever Cuban Cards joins the show via …

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GOATS and Grails: Card Market on the Rise 1:00:13

22d ago1:00:13

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Mike and Jesse analyze the recent trends in the sports card market, focusing on the rising values of iconic players from legends like Kobe Bryant, and Ken Griffey Jr., to Willie Mays. But they're not the only ones whose market is up. The guys also delve into the factors driving these changes. Today's discussion also covers the impact of modern play…

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Is the Case Hit Era OVER?! 53:40

24d ago53:40

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Is the case hit era over? Are there too many case hits? Does the hobby know what THE case hit is? This week's episode covers that and more with JetBreakers' Trent who joined us on his day off from the Air Force. Trent also share his hobby history, how he got into breaking, and who he collects, with Pete Alonso top of the list. "This is a hobby, it …

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Major QB Hobby Moves, Dark Horse Buy, Pricing Game with dcsports87 58:28

26d ago58:28

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Mike and Jesse delve into the fluctuating values of quarterbacks like Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels and Bo Nix, as well as recent product releases and the strategies for buying, selling, and grading cards. Special guest Tory Hermens from DCSports87 joins to discuss the latest Bowman Chrome price trends, the impact of international prospects on the mar…

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The Rise of Drake Maye and Bo Nix, Card Vault's Growth, Offseason MLB Pickups 1:09:27

1M ago1:09:27

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Mike Gioseffi is joined by Cut the Nonsense's Joe Wysmierski as he fills in for a recovering Jesse. They discuss the rise of quarterbacks Bo Nix and Drake Maye, Jared Goff's long-term value and what to do with Aaron Judge cards this offseason. Then Matt Varao of Card Vault Breaks joins the show, who shares details on the company's expansion plans a…

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Avoiding Hobby Burnout as a Diehard Sports Card Collector 44:04

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Learn from my mistakes! Clever Cuban Cards talks about holding onto a Shohei Ohtani card that he kept putting off selling and then made a massive profit on in 24 hours. How can you learn from this? Then, Adam Palmer who creates the Daily Nonsense videos on the SCN channel joins the show to talk all about creating hobby content. Adam went from being…

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Jesse's Big Card Sale, Card Vault Expansion, and Market Dynamics 44:13

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Arena Club's Founder Talks the Future of Collecting; Whatnot to Regulate Repacks 1:19:52

1M ago1:19:52

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Jesse and Mike discuss Whatnot's announcement that they'll be regulating the sale of repacks moving forward. Is this good news? Then, the guys sit down with Brian Lee, founder and CEO of Arena Club, to hear about his journey from being a young collector to a successful entrepreneur. They discuss the innovative use of AI in card grading, transparenc…

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Beginner's Guide to Sports Card Grading 44:23

1M ago44:23

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In this episode of the Hobby Handbook, Alex AKA Clever Cuban Cards dives into the MLB playoffs with predictions and insights, sharing his thoughts on the Tigers, Guardians, Red Sox, and more. He also tackles the controversial topic of PSA's price hikes and grading turnaround times, offering a candid look at the impact on the sports card hobby. From…

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Card Grading Changes, European Market Growth and Product Availability 1:04:48

1M ago1:04:48

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With Mike out on the road, Jesse is joined by Alex AKA Clever Cuban Cards to talk about the latest sports card market updates. Grading changes with PSA, expansion into Europe, and Topps' release frequency are all on the docket. PSA's pricing and turnaround times have been a hot topic of conversation over the last week, which Jesse and Alex reflect …

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Mike Reflects on the Hobby, Deep Prospect Analysis with Aram Leighton From Just Baseball 1:01:14

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In this episode of Sports Cards Nonsense, Mike Gioseffi takes the helm as Jesse recovers from an intense 16-hour card-breaking marathon. Mike dives deep into baseball prospects you need to know as a card collector, discussing the latest trends with special guest Aram Leighton from Just Baseball. They talk Bowman Chrome, early MLB Draft thoughts, an…

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NFL Sports Card Hot Takes and Problems with the Football Market 56:19

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Brendan Willis joins the show to talk all things football, from the Titans being in trouble, to the Colts looking like a complete team, and what Joe Burrow's injury means for sports card collectors. They also discuss whether setting up at cards shows is worth it, the better QB class: 2020 or 2024, thoughts on Fanatics taking over the NFL license an…

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MASSIVE Card Release Week, Chris Sewall Talks Buying Your Grandma's Collection 1:14:34

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It’s a packed week in the hobby. Chris Sewall, the Baseball Card Collector, Investor, Dealer, joins Jesse Gibson and Mike Gioseffi to share stories from the buying side of the business, including his $3,000 purchase of a 3-million card collection that ended up being a money loser, and what lessons he took away from it. He also breaks down the most …

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Is Ohtani the GOAT of the baseball market? Finally, a Chrome Bowman Winner 58:23

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Mike and Jesse are joined by Matt from Slabnomics to talk about Shohei Ohtani's latest accomplishments and why he is the GOAT of the baseball market right now and for the foreseeable future. Plus, there are a ton of big releases coming starting next week, the soccer market is up big, and Bowman Chrome FINALLY has a winner with their latest release.…

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Debating Vintage vs Modern Sports Cards with Gordy Bonker 1:08:29

2M ago1:08:29

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Vintage vs modern sports cards: what's better? We welcome Gordy Bonker from Bonkers Cards to The Hobby Handbook for an in-depth exploration of the debate between modern and vintage collecting. Clever Cuban Cards and Gordy discuss the transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship, the intricacies of content creation in the hobby industry and ho…

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QB Market Crashing, NBA Starter Pack & Difficulty of Running a LCS 1:17:36

2M ago1:17:36

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Mike and Jesse are joined by Jason Shepherd of Shep's Cards to discuss the crashing NFL quarterback market after Week 2 of the season. Brock Purdy Joe Burrow, Trevor Lawrence, and Bo Nix are all trending down while it's probably a good time to hold onto Justin Herbert and Jordan Love. Is Mac Jones actually trending up? Probably not. Plus, the guys …

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Honest Topps Feedback, Biggest Hobby Month EVER & Hot Dog Jingles 1:07:53

2M ago1:07:53

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August was a record-breaking month for the sports card hobby, and the guys are here to break it all down. Mike and Jesse are joined by Kristina from Card Ladder to dive into the $416.8M spent online on sports card in August, up from $314M in July, and which athletes fueled the surge. They also cover: Topps Collector Appreciation Day, why collectors…

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What No One Tells You About Running a Local Card Shop 1:00:54

2M ago1:00:54

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Clever Cuban Cards is joined by John Lontoc, owner of Pretty Cool Cards in Nolensville, TN to talk about the realities of owning a local card shop. John tells us about what a day in his life is like, what cards have been flying off the shelf one week into the NFL season, what’s bigger: pokemon or sports cards? And so much more. We also get a lightn…

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NFL Week 1 Hobby Impact, Fanatics Fest Date Change & Gordy Bonker Joins the Show 1:20:37

2M ago1:20:37

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NFL Week 1 is in the books, and Jesse Gibson and Mike Gioseffi are here to break down what it means for the hobby. From Aaron Rodgers looking like his 2017 self to Daniel Jones possibly having the best game of his career, the guys sort through which QBs are buys, sells, or completely off the radar (sorry, Cam Ward fans) following Week 1. They also …

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Massive Market Moves Coming & Bathroom Nonsense 26:04

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Mike Gioseffi goes solo on today's episode and covers a wide range of hobby talk. Is it time to go sell crazy due to big market moves across the sports card industry? There's never a reason to sell a $2 prospect auto. But what should you be selling? From buy/sell lessons to a rant on ethics in sports cards, Mike breaks down how sustainable today’s …

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Card Buying Strategy Heading into NBA Season, featuring Dr. Tyler Tarver 1:00:47

2M ago1:00:47

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Clever Cuban Cards is joined by Dr. Tyler Tarver to preview the 2025-26 NBA season and what it means for your card collection. Who should you be buying ahead of the season? Who should you be selling? Who’s the next face of the NBA? Plus, the guys discuss their biggest lessons learned in the sports card industry. Why does Tyler love Jordan Poole? Wh…

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Top 10 NFL Sports Card GOATS, MLB Prospects Heating Up, Non-QBs to Make a Splash 1:06:42

2M ago1:06:42

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Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson are joined by Papa Gio to break down their Top 10 NFL quarterbacks of all time, through the lens of sports cards. From refusing to debate Tom Brady to weighing in on Patrick Mahomes, Peyton Manning, and Aaron Rodgers, the guys explain their rankings and look at recent card sales for each QB. They also spotlight the mo…

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Mike's MAJOR LCS Mess Up & Top 25 Cards of the 2000s with Adam Gray 1:00:02

3M ago1:00:02

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Jesse may be out but we have a jam-packed show today as Mike Gioseffi is joined by Adam Gray (9:43) to discuss his Top 25 Cards of the 2000s list. Not only did experts weigh in on the list, but the community voted, too. Did they agree? Of course not! Mike is then joined by Brian from BWA Cards to preview (44:05) his upcoming live shows on eBay. You…

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How and Where to Get Good Deals on Collectibles and Sports Cards 36:21

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Clever Cuban Cards takes you behind the scenes of one of the biggest mistakes in his sports card career. His mistakes become your learnings! Plus, how and where can you find good deals on cards online? From the biggest sites like eBay, to small sites you may never have heard of, Alex shares some of the best places to buy cards online and why you sh…

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LARGEST Sports Card Sale in History a Recipe for Disaster + Major Pod Announcement 53:52

3M ago53:52

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Mike Gioseffi is joined by Ryan Alford, the host of the new Collectibles on SI Podcast to discuss the record-breaking Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant sports card that EVERYONE is talking about. Plus, we get to know Ryan who is relatively new to the sports cards space, after recently getting back into it. He cannot believe how much money is in the ho…

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Low End Sports Card Market Crash, Top 10 NBA Players of All-Time 1:27:57

3M ago1:27:57

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Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson are joined by BCW Tim to talk about the Top 10 NBA players of all time and the value of their sports cards. Is the low-end sports card market crashing? Jesse shares how he scored on some Savannah Bananas trading cards. And, we check in on Mike's latest eBay Live auctions. The guys also answer your mailbag questions in…

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The State of the Collectibles Hobby & How to Avoid Being Scammed 49:48

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In today’s episode of The Hobby Handbook, Clever Cuban Cards (aka Alex) is joined by Sports Card Nonsense’s Mike Gioseffi. They discuss how Mike got into collecting and some of his favorite players to collect. They also break down the state of the hobby and why Mike thinks sports cards and collectibles are in one of the best states they’ve ever bee…

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Are We Really Talking Blue Jays? Plus QB Card Rankings & Auction Madness 1:11:11

3M ago1:11:11

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In what might be a first, we’re actually talking about the Toronto Blue Jays. As Mike says, “Vlad Guerrero Jr. is absurdly cheap.” It’s time to buy in on the Jays’ stars. We also break down our Top 10 picks to start a baseball franchise, debate whether Drew Brees is one of the most overrated quarterbacks ever, and unleash a full-on YouTube rant. Pl…

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Straight Cash Homies Returns, NFL Buy or Sell & MLB Awards 1:06:37

3M ago1:06:37

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Sports Cards Nonsense is now available on YouTube! In today’s episode, Jesse Gibson and Mike Gioseffi preview the 2025 NFL starting quarterbacks and whether it’s time to buy, sell or hold on their sports cards and collectibles. Why are JJ McCarthy cards selling for so much money when he hasn’t played a snap? Are Jalen Hurts, Josh Allen and Patrick …

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Your Sports Card Collection, Your Rules: How to Block Out Hobby Hype 35:14

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Welcome to the second episode of The Hobby Handbook, hosted by Clever Cuban Cards! The Hobby Handbook explores the world of sports card collecting, where passion meets profit and nostalgia meets strategy. In this episode, Alex shares his background in education and how he quit his full time job to start selling cards and creating content. If you’re…

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The Biggest Brady Fumble, New Boxing Cards, and Testing Multiple Graders 1:16:20

3M ago1:16:20

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Mike and Jesse are back and joined by Jason Shepherd to discuss one of the bigger bad deals that went down recently involving a Tom Brady card. Then, they talk about the news of Topps making new boxing cards for the first time in decades, along with a new trend of testing multiple graders at once. Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson Guest: Jason …

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Another Game With Tory Hermens, and Mailbag 57:04

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The guys are back again to talk about new sets, as well as have a fun chat and game with Tory Hermens to guess some over/unders on cards. Then, they get to your crazy mailbag questions. Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson Guest: Tory Hermens Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Talking Hobby Business at The National w/ Ryan Alford 26:52

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Welcome to the debut episode of The Hobby Handbook, hosted by Clever Cuban Cards! This podcast explores the world of sports card collecting, where passion meets profit and nostalgia meets strategy. In this first episode, Alex sits down with marketing maverick and media disrupter Ryan Alford, who shares how collecting cards with his four sons sparke…

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Recaps and Recovery From the National 1:12:25

3M ago1:12:25

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The boys are back home from Chicago and here to discuss the best and the worst of their weekend at the National. They discuss the celebrity meetings, all of the new and exciting exhibitors, and the drama. They finish off with your mailbag questions. Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

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Live From The National with News from Fanatics 42:51

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Mike and Jesse are live from Chicago on the show floor of The National with Michel Rubin and Mike Mahan on behalf of Fanatics collectibles to talk about all the news you need to know about the year in collectables. Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson Guests: Michel Rubin and Mike Mahan Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visi…

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Prepping for the National, Tips and Tricks, and Movie Talk 1:01:46

4M ago1:01:46

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The guys are back to talk about the things they are excited to see at the National. They exchange tips and tricks on what you should look out for and do to prepare for one of the biggest hobby shows around. They also have a little talk about ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ and a few more movies. Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson Producer: Ste…

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Introducing SGC's New Boss and a Rags-to-Riches Hobby Story 1:03:44

4M ago1:03:44

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Jesse and Mike are here to discuss the major news of Ryan Hoge stepping into an expanded role as president of PSA grading. They discuss what it means for the company and what new directions he is looking to take things. They are then joined by Brian Walders to talk about his ascent in the breaking business and what it takes to start from nothing an…

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Biggest Questions From the Biggest Scam in Hobby History 1:08:07

4M ago1:08:07

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Mike and Jesse are joined by Cliff Panezich and Steve Grad to discuss a story that has rocked the hobby, a multimillion-dollar forgery scandal that came out last week. Cliff and Steve offer unique perspectives on both sides of the story to help illuminate where the hobby currently is and how a scam of this scale could possibly be achieved. Hosts: M…

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Live on the Road to Andy's Card Exchange 37:37

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Mike and Jesse report from the road to discuss their journey to Indiana and proclaim their excitement for the National, fun card pulls, top-tier road snacks, as well as in-car entertainment. Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…