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30 episodes
Time to Take Some Wins
Aug 17, 2026 · 1 hr 19 min
Papa Gio joins Mike and Jesse this week in the new studio. Mike has an update on a story from last week about a big trade at The National. Why won't Theo Von book Mike on his show? Mike's favorite PC pieces, and Jesse thinks it might be time to take a few wins in the hobby. 0:00 - Athletes joining non-sports breaks and ripping cases. 9:00 - Mike’s update on a trade at The National 24:20 - Mike is trying to get booked on a podcast, and places are trying to charge him 44:00 - Mailbag 51:15 -…
Big Money is Pricing People Out of The Hobby
Aug 13, 2026 · 1 hr 5 min
The corporatization of the hobby has its positives, for sure: better products, higher values, etc. However, if big names and bigger money keep coming into the hobby, people will be forced out. Mike and Jesse dive into the latest round of big names with deep pockets entering the space. 0:00 - Intro 4:30 - Big money in the hobby forces more and more people out. 6:00 - Everything is more expensive now 9:10 - This is not a doom-and-gloom situation, but we are reaching a breaking point 12:10 - Is now…
A New Program To Help Local Card Shops
Aug 10, 2026 · 1 hr 39 min
Mike and Jesse are joined by Shep in the studio for the first guest on the new set. Football season is almost upon us and Mike and Shep look at what will be a disappointing rookie class for 2026 and where collectors will go. Plus, the new CAP program from Topps for Card Shops and why they need to focus on maintaining a healthy ecosystem for the LCS's. Wrapping up with Good Charlotte and Josh Luber at our SCN studio at The National. 0:00 - Intro 6:00 - Football Season is upon us. When is a good t…
The Best (of the Rest) From The National
Aug 7, 2026 · 1 hr 24 min
Some of our favorite moments from The National that didn't make it into other podcasts this week. We have a roundtable with some of the personalities from the network. Interviews with the youngest and oldest new shop owners at The National. Plus, an interview with Adam Ireland and Papa Gio opens a box of mob cards. 0:00 - Intro 2:10 - Roundtable featuring Jesse, Doug Plagens, Alex from CleverCubanCards, and Alex Tressler 31:30 - Mike interviews the youngest and oldest new shop owners at The Nati…
Post-National FOMO? Plus, Logan Paul & Gary Vee and Gronk!
Aug 6, 2026 · 1 hr 12 min
Another jam-packed episode of Sports Cards Nonsense with Mike and Jesse. We're live in the new studio and the bounties for the Cooper Flagg Debut Patch are getting higher and higher. Plus, Bryan and Danny from Black & Gold Sports Cards stop by. We also hear from Logan Paul and Gary Vee from Jesse's panel with them and Gronk with Gio at The National. 0:00 - Intro to the new studio 2:30 - Are collectors experiencing post-National FOMO? 8:00 - Cooper Flagg Bounty 12:10 - Market Predictions for the…
The Good, The Bad, and The Gronk from The National
Aug 4, 2026 · 1 hr 35 min
There was so much to take away from The National, and Mike and Jesse tried to pack it all into one episode. Plus, we got a first-timer's perspective from Mike, who helped film and edit much of our footage from the week. 0:00 - Intro and National Thoughts 5:00 - Favorite pickups at The National 19:45 - The National EQL Packs 29:30 - The viral story of the dad and son who stole a big Mahomes card 33:50 - Gio’s story with Gronk 44:00 - The PSA Experience Mike and Jesse had 48:00 - PSA not get…
Michael Rubin and Mike Mahan on Growing The Hobby
Aug 1, 2026 · 48 min
Michael Rubin joins Sports Cards Nonsense for an extensive conversation about Fanatics Collectibles, Topps, the future of sports cards, rising card prices, breakers, hobby shops, global expansion, and the changing collector experience. Recorded at The National, this interview examines Fanatics’ claim that it may have multiplied the size of the hobby, the company’s plans to grow collecting internationally, the success of its London store, and how athletes such as Lewis Hamilton, Tom Brady and LeB…
Jason Masherah, President of Upper Deck, Talks Michael Jordan and More at The National
Jul 31, 2026 · 45 min
Jesse and Gio kick off their Day 2 recap with voices that are almost gone after the MojoBreak x SCN party the night before, doing karaoke. Plus, Gio is joined by Doug Plagens of Nonsense on Ice on the SCN Media Network for a sit-down interview with Upper Deck President Jason Masherah to discuss Upper Deck's deal with Michael Jordan, the incredible run of rookies in the NHL, the Debut Patch project, and more. Follow Doug Plagens on Instagram: @DougPlagens Follow Sports Cards Nonsense: https://www…
Thursday LIVE from The National
Jul 30, 2026 · 28 min
Gio is joined by Dalen from Junk Wax Vintage and Doug from MojoBreak as we look back at the first day of The National. Gio opens with some initial thoughts from the first day, including the incredible lines to get in. Plus, we touch on the PSA news from The National and more! Follow Sports Cards Nonsense: https://www.tiktok.com/@sportscardsnonsense https://www.instagram.com/sports_cards_nonsense/ https://x.com/SCN_Pod https://www.facebook.com/groups/sportscardsnonsense https://collectibleslife.b…
Previewing the 2026 NFL Rookie Class as Camps Open
Jul 27, 2026 · 1 hr 7 min
Training Camps are starting across the NFL, and we welcome Joe Bartel from RotoWire to the show to look at the 2026 NFL Draft class as the season is on the verge of starting. Plus, an update on the eBay report from last week and looking ahead to The National. 0:00 - Update on eBay Patch Scammers, including trying to call one of the bad actors 12:00 - Gio responds to Darren Rovell's hot take 17:55 - How Fantasy Football can translate to cards with Joe Bartel 23:20 - How Fantasy Football differs f…
Massive Update on the Patch-Switching Scammers
Jul 23, 2026 · 1 hr 27 min
Getting right into it with a big update on the eBay patch-switching scandal. Plus, with the release of 2026 Topps Chrome Baseball, the big hits are starting to come out. Looking at a local shop near Gio and Jesse that pulled one of the product hits. 0:00 - Intro 2:00 - Gio’s update on the eBay patch-switching scandal 16:00 - Multiple big Ohtani’s have been hit from Chrome so far, including a local Tennessee shop hitting the Ohtani/Judge Dual Logoman auto 24:15 - Jesse is joining Logan Paul…
Fanatics Fest Recap and Looking Ahead to The National
Jul 21, 2026 · 57 min
Jesse gives his recap from his time at Fanatics Fest and what his highlights were from his time in New York. Plus, an incredibly awkward story about meeting our social media manager. We are joined by Joe Drelich, Brian Coppola, and Jim Ryan from The National to preview the show. Plus, a very important message for those on social media about why the two shows aren't competitors and why they actually need each other for both to thrive. Also, Tim from BCW stops by to discuss all the happenings in t…
The National Survival Guide: What Every Collector Needs to Know
Jul 16, 2026 · 32 min
Whether you're attending The National for the first time or you're a seasoned collector, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you make the most of the biggest sports card show of the year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can Things Keep Going Up?
Jul 13, 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
There has never been a better time to sell a card, but there has also never been a worse time to open a box of cards. Gio and Jesse look at the reality that as things go up, it will price people out of the hobby. How much more expensive have hobby boxes gotten in comparison to other things we buy regularly? 0:00 - Jesse is back and feeling better 9:30 - Goodwin Champions has an interesting numbering scheme 15:00 - The state of the market 32:00 - Looking at the Brady market and how things have ex…
MAJOR Announcements from Upper Deck & Topps
Jul 9, 2026 · 60 min
Gio is rolling somewhat solo as Jesse is out, but Adam Gray stops by to discuss his PC and the cards he regrets selling the most. Plus, Brendan joins to discuss the latest news with Upper Deck and Topps. 0:00 - Intro for Adam Gray 8:50 - Adam discusses his PC collection 12:10 - The one card Adam regrets selling the most 18:25 - His best piece of advice for collecting 23:00 - Upper Deck/Jordan Announcement 30:15 - Topps Announcement on Retail 40:30 - Mailbag Follow Sports Cards Nonsen…
Are We at the Ceiling for GOATs?
Jul 6, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
Shep joins the show with Jesse on the shelf sick. Gio and Shep dive into a conversation about the pricing of GOATs in the hobby and if they can all keep going up. Plus, are there any guys who still seem underpriced. 0:00 - Intro, and Shep is joining the show with Jesse out sick today. 7:00 - Someone brought in a collection to Shep, including some incredible pieces from the late 90s and early 00s. 15:30 - The National will be a great buying opportunity for dealers to find unique cards no one has…
A MAJOR Announcement Regarding Fanatics Fest
Jul 3, 2026 · 1 hr 20 min
Lance Fensterman from Fanatics, the head of Fanatics Fest, joins Gio and Jesse to discuss the 2026 version of Fanatics Fest. Plus, a major announcement about the future of Fanatics Fest. We also get into the mailbag a bit, including the card you regret selling and much more! Follow Sports Cards Nonsense: https://www.tiktok.com/@sportscardsnonsense https://www.instagram.com/sports_cards_nonsense/ https://x.com/SCN_Pod https://www.facebook.com/groups/sportscardsnonsense https://collectibleslife.be…
LeBron is Leaving the Lakers for...?
Jun 30, 2026 · 1 hr 17 min
Gio is back from vacation and discusses some pickups from his time on the road. LeBron is leaving the Lakers and looks set to head to the Warriors. What could it mean for the market? Plus, a recent release has had some serious issues for Jesse. 0:00 - Intro and Mike’s Vacation Recap 12:00 - LeBron announces he’s leaving the Lakers 15:30 - What team would help LeBron’s market most? 18:50 - Cosmic Football is the best set of the year for football 23:00 - Soccer Gio and the Soccer market in general…
The Card Market Shows ZERO Sign of Slowing Down
Jun 25, 2026 · 45 min
The card market shows no signs of slowing down, and Gio and Jesse discuss what to do in this market. Should you move PC pieces and buy back later? What about the cards you've been holding of liquid players? Plus, we hit the mailbag! 0:00 - AI Mike Reviews are rolling in 3:45 - When to sell a PC card or a card you were holding long-term 8:30 - General dynamics of the card market 19:00 - Giannis trade and what happens with his market now that he’s in Miami and not Boston 21:50 - Gio is interested…
Nashville Card Show Review; AI Mike is Taking Over
Jun 23, 2026 · 55 min
A busy weekend has Gio and Jesse recording at different times. Gio recaps the Nashville Card Show. Jesse interviews AI Mike about a wide variety of topics. Plus, a World Cup update, and how is Mike's Messi investment looking? 0:00 - Intro 1:30 - Nashville Card Show Review 13:15 - Jesse Interviews AI Mike 29:20 - Jesse and Alan on the World Cup 44:00 - Wrapping Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alexis Ohanian Turned Collecting into Buying a Card Company
Jun 18, 2026 · 1 hr 15 min
A special episode of SCN as Reddit co-founder, Alexis Ohanian, joins Gio and Jesse to discuss buying ONIT, the state of collecting, his journey from collector to business owner in the hobby, and more! 0:00 - Intro and setting up Alexis and his joy from the Knicks championship 5:00 - Alexis’ collecting background and how he got started 7:30 - The Nostalgia of Collecting 11:50 - Why buy ONIT, the ONIT model, and wanting to make the price point attainable for everyone. 28:50 - Advice Alexis has for…
Wemby Sales After Finals Loss; Will PSA Re-Open Bulk Grading?
Jun 15, 2026 · 1 hr 18 min
Gio opens the show by gloating just a tiny bit about being right about the Wemby market and just how cheap you can grab a Silver Prizm PSA 10 now that the Knicks won the Finals. Plus, some speculation about PSA and Chris Thomas (Ataboy Cards) stops by! 0:00 - Intro/Time to talk sports cards 2:00 - NBA Finals recap, starting with Gio gloating about the Wemby pricing 12:00 - A PSA debate about when, if ever, we see PSA open up their value and bulk tiers again for grading. 24:40 - Chris Thomas from…
NBA Finals Update After the Knicks EPIC Comeback; World Cup Buy or Sell
Jun 11, 2026 · 1 hr 11 min
On this episode of Sports Cards Nonsense, Mike opens with a discussion about Mike Trout that is really about Wemby. Plus, the latest on the NBA Finals after the Knicks epic comeback. 0:00 - Welcome to the card coaster 9:30 - Is it safe to buy Mike Trout right now? 16:20 - The Knicks Epic Comeback 23:40 - A debate about where to grade now? 27:20 - Entertainment Card Update 40:40 - World Cup Buy or Sell with Brendan 1:03:00 - Arena Club Bet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch…
Gary Vee has a BIG announcement; Plus, the Future of VeeFriends!
Jun 8, 2026 · 52 min
In this episode, we go through the latest values of Jalen Brunson, Victor Wembanyama, and other guys in the NBA Finals. Plus, Gary Vee joins the show to discuss 2026 Topps Chrome VeeFriends and also has a major announcement about the product. Wrapping up with a deeper dive on the market as a whole as we head into the summer. Follow Sports Cards Nonsense: https://www.tiktok.com/@sportscardsnonsense https://www.instagram.com/sports_cards_nonsense/ https://x.com/SCN_Pod https://www.facebook.com/gro…
Buy or Sell Jalen Brunson? With Doug from MOJOBREAK
Jun 4, 2026 · 50 min
New people join the hobby every single day, and they need help. In this episode, Doug from MOJOBREAK joins to offer up some advice. Plus, is it time to buy or sell Jalen Brunson? 0:00 - Intro with Doug from MojoBreak 6:00 - Buy/Sell/Hold with Jalen Brunson 11:30 - Secondary wax prices seem to be leveling off. 14:50 - The entertainment section of the hobby is starting to really take off 17:20 - 1/1 Chases and should you grade a 1/1 22:20 - Grading mistakes new people make 39:00 - We are all nerds…
Wemby Market, Myles Garrett Trade, & Boston Card Hunter Stops By!
Jun 2, 2026 · 51 min
In this episode, we discuss the latest on Victor Wembanyama and his market after the Spurs upset the Thunder and are now the favorites over the Knicks in the NBA Finals. Who else could be a buy in the NBA Finals? Plus, what the Myles Garrett trade means for the hobby! 0:00 - Intro and why Boston Card Hunter is coming on today. 1:35 - Re-Visiting Mike’s Wemby Sale and why taking wins is important in this hobby 6:20 - Why Wemby feels different right now than other guys in the past, like Soto, Acun…
PSA is Pausing MULTIPLE Grading Tiers
May 29, 2026 · 43 min
In this episode, we'll go through the latest on what we've heard about PSA pausing grading for lower tiers of grading. Which tiers are still available? Plus, what does it mean for the rest of the grading companies? 0:00 - PSA Pausing Value & Bulk Tiers of Grading 4:00 - The impact of TCG Grading on the market 5:50 - Grading won't stop, but where will people go? 32:50 - New Releases Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are We in a Hobby Bubble with Luke from Card Czar
May 26, 2026 · 1 hr
Luke from Card Czar in New Hampshire joins to discuss what's going on in the hobby. Are we in a bubble? How do you manage a shop in 2026? Breaking vs. In-Store sales. Plus, how do you keep singles stocked in the store? 0:00 - Why is the studio a mess, but only on Mike’s side 5:15 - Making money at card shows right now. 18:00 - Mike's Wemby Update 26:00 - Luke from Card Czar joins the show. 35:40 - How social media is helping grow his business. 41:00 - Why the business is not just a breaking oper…
Why NOW is the Time to Sell Wemby!
May 22, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
In this episode, Gio and Jesse discuss how the hype around Wemby is at a fever pitch and that it might be time to sell. Also, why is Wemby vs. SGA close on the court but a landslide off the court? 0:00 - Intro/SCN Rewatchables 4:30 - Why you should sell your Wemby cards now 12:00 - Why SGA is a great player and on an all-time track, but his hobby relevance is significantly below Wemby 23:15 - Jeff Roberts joins to discuss the rise of local card shows around them. 39:00 - How hype and popularity…
Catching Up on a WILD Week in the Hobby
May 18, 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
Mike and Jesse are in Boston for Jack's Memorial. Brendan provides a quick intro, including details on Topps Chrome Sapphire Football dropping this week. We catch up on: Bowman Baseball with Aram Leighton Gordy's Unusual Collection and why he is a LeBron guy Doug from The Hobby Handbook on what is moving at card shows right now Plus, Mike and Jesse discuss secondary wax prices dropping into a more manageable range for consumers, and if it will continue Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg…
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