The Rise of Drake Maye and Bo Nix, Card Vault's Growth, Offseason MLB Pickups
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 and unique collector experiences.
The episode also examines the debate over licensed versus unlicensed rookie cards, offering a deep dive into market trends and player valuations.
Mike and Joe end by answering your mailbag questions on everything from The Big Dumper to Black and White Shimmer Autos, offseason MLB pickups, breaker pricing and more.
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Jesse's Big Card Sale, Card Vault Expansion, and Market Dynamics
Mike joins us from vacation and catches us up on his time off. Jesse details a significant Disney card sale, highlighting the excitement and process behind the Walt Disney 1 of 1 transaction. We also cover the latest news on Card Vault's expansion, discussing the implications of new locations in the sports card market. Additionally, we touch on the current state of market competition -- or lack thereof -- and what it means for collectors. Plus, Mike teases some breaking news coming on Thursday's episode.
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Arena Club's Founder Talks the Future of Collecting; Whatnot to Regulate Repacks
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, transparency of digital marketplaces and how he started Arena Club. They also discuss the booming international market, the intricacies of repacks, and Arena Club's 5-year outlook.
Beyond the interview, Jesse and Mike discuss SGC being down big month over month and answer listener questions about the ideal schedule for Fanatics releases, the dynamics of card pricing, card show etiquette and the impact of player performance on card values.
They also preview their upcoming live shows, including Jesse breaking WWE Finest on Fanatics Friday night.
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Card Grading Changes, European Market Growth and Product Availability
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 on. They also discuss the booming market for Pokémon cards, the impact of player likability on card value (Aaron Rodgers), and the challenges of maintaining affordability in the hobby.
Be sure to check out Mike's eBay Live tonight with DC Sports 87! And, tune into The Hobby Handbook with Clever Cuban Cards each Thursday.
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Mike Reflects on the Hobby, Deep Prospect Analysis with Aram Leighton From Just Baseball
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, and highlight standout players. The conversation also touches on the evolving market for pitchers, the MVP race in the American League, and the nostalgia that keeps collectors engaged.
Tune in for a mix of expert analysis, personal reflections, and a look ahead at the 2026 baseball rookie class.
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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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