Episodes

  • NBA Analysis With Adam Gray

    NBA Analysis With Adam Gray
    Nov 21 2024
    Mike is joined by Adam Gray to break down the latest NBA action. They begin by discussing the Cavaliers and Celtics (3:00), before highlighting this season's standout performances from players like Nikola Jokic and Jalen Green (10:00). Next, they share their rookie predictions and assess the championship potential of teams like the Lakers and Thunder (14:00). The duo also explores the changing market values of stars like LeBron James (25:30) and offers some insight on iconic basketball cards. Host: Mike Gioseffi Guest: Adam Gray Producer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    50 mins
  • Nat Turner Joins GameStop Board, Paul Skenes’s Debut Patch, and Football Card Market Trends

    Nat Turner Joins GameStop Board, Paul Skenes’s Debut Patch, and Football Card Market Trends
    Nov 19 2024
    This week, Mike and Jesse unpack the news of Nat Turner joining GameStop's board, examining what this means for the company's future in collectibles, plus the implications for local card shops (3:00). They dive into the buzz surrounding Paul Skenes's highly anticipated debut patch and Livvy Dunn's enticing offer to anyone lucky enough to pull the rare card (11:20). Later, Nik Ristevski from Goldseal Cards shares his insights into the football card market, discussing his role as a primary buyer, the challenges for breakers, and the latest trends in rookie cards (21:20). Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson Guest: Nik Ristevski Producer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • 2024 Bowman Draft With Aram Leighton

    2024 Bowman Draft With Aram Leighton
    Nov 15 2024
    This week, Mike and Jesse tackle authenticity challenges on eBay, payment delays at auction houses, and the growing popularity of non-sports cards (0:00). Jesse also shares a big announcement from SGC (17:55). Later, Aram Leighton of Just Baseball joins to discuss the upcoming Topps Bowman Draft, including pricing, top prospects, and which players to watch in the 2024 class (19:20). Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson Guest: Aram Leighton Producer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Deep Dive Mailbag! Plus, Bowman Draft Pricing Catastrophe?

    Deep Dive Mailbag! Plus, Bowman Draft Pricing Catastrophe?
    Nov 7 2024
    Jesse starts the show with some AI theme music before Jesse explains his love-hate relationship with Stadium Club (06:34). They answer listener questions by first discussing the best product release of the year (11:28). Then they give Caitlin Clark some rookie card advice (18:09) and share their thoughts on ‘Magic: The Gathering’ (21:09) and the NBA rookie class cards (24:36). They talk about the price differences between SGC and PSA (30:10) and shill bidding (43:44). Finally, they discuss the Topps draft (46:50) and answer more Mailbag questions (56:00). Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson Producers: Carlos Chiriboga and Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • From Italy to the Hobby: Wembanyama’s Card Market and Why CT Scanning Is a No-Go With Nick Andrews

    From Italy to the Hobby: Wembanyama’s Card Market and Why CT Scanning Is a No-Go With Nick Andrews
    Nov 4 2024
    Mike is back and ready to share the highs and lows of his Italian vacation with Jesse to kick off the show (0:00). After the recap, they’re joined by the Boston Card Hunter, Nick Andrews, to dive into the latest new releases (28:55). The trio explore CT scanning Mercury card packs and highlight the critical need for transparency in the card-collecting community as this technology evolves (44:30. Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson Guest: Nick Andrews Producer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Inside the World of Hobby Shop Ownership With Jason Shepherd

    Inside the World of Hobby Shop Ownership With Jason Shepherd
    Nov 1 2024
    Jesse welcomes Jason Shepherd, owner of Shep’s Cards and Collectibles, for an in-depth discussion on market trends, the evolving landscape of the card industry, his personal journey into the world of collecting, and the challenges of starting and running a card shop. Host: Jesse Gibson Guest: Jason Shepherd Producer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Why the Power of Nostalgia in Card Collecting Matters With Clay Routledge

    Why the Power of Nostalgia in Card Collecting Matters With Clay Routledge
    Oct 28 2024
    Jesse hosts a solo show, updating listeners on the Ohtani 50/50 ball selling price, the influence of Freddie Freeman’s World Series success, and new card releases (1:00). Later, Clay Routledge discusses the pandemic's role in the resurgence of nostalgia, the significance of community in collecting, and the economic implications of nostalgia (13:50). Host: Jesse Gibson Guest: Clay Routledge Producer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • How Do I Sell My Cards? Plus, World Series Win for the Hobby With Papa Gio

    How Do I Sell My Cards? Plus, World Series Win for the Hobby With Papa Gio
    Oct 21 2024
    Mike and Jesse begin the show with a mailbag question on how to actually sell your sports cards (03:13). Then, they talk about the Dodgers-Yankees World Series, which player’s cards are going to rise (20:34), and who they think is going to win the series (33:16). They discuss the newer WNBA cards and the league’s growing relevance (36:18) before briefly talking about their upcoming breaks (49:40). Finally, they answer your mailbag questions (55:43). Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson Guest: Papa Gio Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 23 mins