Episodes

  • Hobby Legal Drama: Paul Lesko on Lawsuits Shaping the Card World. Plus, How to Start a Card Show With Brian Kroeger

    Hobby Legal Drama: Paul Lesko on Lawsuits Shaping the Card World. Plus, How to Start a Card Show With Brian Kroeger
    Jan 9 2025
    This week, Mike and Jesse are joined by two guests, starting with attorney Paul Lesko. Paul breaks down the lawsuit between Fanatics and Panini before sharing his favorite cases in the hobby (10:34). After, they are joined by listener of the show Brian Kroeger, who shares his experience starting a card show in Illinois (27:51). Finally, they answer your mailbag questions (60:30). Hosts: Jesse Gibson and Mike Gioseffi Guests: Paul Lesko and Brian Kroeger Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • NFL Talk, Card Collecting Conspiracies, and Top Card Shows With Tim McEnery

    NFL Talk, Card Collecting Conspiracies, and Top Card Shows With Tim McEnery
    Jan 7 2025
    This week, Mike and Jesse tackle the latest NFL action, plus they’re joined by Tim McEnery of BCW Supplies to share insights on his standout anchor collection, the world of grading companies, the wild conspiracy theories shaping the card collecting scene, and their personal favorites when it comes to the best card shows around. Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson Guest: Tim McEnery Producer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • 2025 Kicks Off With a Panini Patch Problem

    2025 Kicks Off With a Panini Patch Problem
    Jan 3 2025
    New year, new Panini problems? Mike and Jesse start the show by breaking down the latest controversy surrounding Panini’s patch issues, raising questions about player-worn vs. game-used materials in sports memorabilia (0:00). They also discuss the company’s broader struggles before answering your mailbag questions and hinting at some exciting updates for the show (1:06:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 28 mins
  • 2024 Hobby Awards | Plus, Holiday Sales and NFL Card Values with Shep

    2024 Hobby Awards | Plus, Holiday Sales and NFL Card Values with Shep
    Dec 31 2024
    On the last show of the year, Jesse and Mike are joined by Jason Shephard. They begin the show by discussing NFL card value as the season ends, and which quarterbacks have the potential to rise. After, they hand out their hobby superlatives, from favorite guest to biggest story of the year (35:55). Finally, they answer your mailbag questions (63:06). Hosts: Jesse Gibson and Mike Gioseffi Guest: Jason Shephard Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • MVP Showdown, Bowman Draft Talk, and Upper Deck's Big Update

    MVP Showdown, Bowman Draft Talk, and Upper Deck's Big Update
    Dec 20 2024
    This week, Mike and Jesse are back at it, diving deep into the heated NFL MVP race between Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson (0:00). Next, they chat with Bob Orban from Big Bob’s Cards to break down the current landscape of Bowman Draft (27:30), and then wrap up with some card news from Beckett Collectibles and Upper Deck (46:00). Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson Guest: Bob Orban Producer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    58 mins
  • NFL Insights and Nate Burns on the Evolving World of Collecting

    NFL Insights and Nate Burns on the Evolving World of Collecting
    Dec 16 2024
    Mike goes solo, sharing strong NFL takes, including thoughts on Baker Mayfield (0:00). Later, he’s joined by Nate Burns of Grand Slam Collectibles to discuss how collecting has changed over time. They talk about the impact of social media, influencers, and shifts in the collecting experience (8:00). Host: Mike Gioseffi Guest: Nate Burns Producer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • Does Transfer News Mean It’s Time to Dump? Plus, Biggest Undiscovered Cards With BCW Tim

    Does Transfer News Mean It’s Time to Dump? Plus, Biggest Undiscovered Cards With BCW Tim
    Dec 13 2024
    Today, Jesse and Mike are joined by guest BCW Tim. They begin the show by discussing Juan Soto’s hobby value after being traded (04:33) before talking about all of the high-value Topps cards that have yet to be pulled (15:12). Next, they debate which football players from their childhood will hold up (28:03), and Tim shares details and organization methods from his non-sports collection (48:06). Finally, they answer mailbag questions (62:51). Hosts: Jesse Gibson and Mike Gioseffi Guest: BCW Tim Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Making a Case for Collectibles with Josh Luber, Plus, Would You Rather: Josh Allen Edition

    Making a Case for Collectibles with Josh Luber, Plus, Would You Rather: Josh Allen Edition
    Dec 10 2024
    Jesse and Mike kick off the show with NFL talk, sharing their thoughts on players like Josh Allen and diving into the quarterback market, comparing stars like Allen, Patrick Mahomes, and Sam Darnold, along with investment strategies (0:00). Later, they’re joined by Josh Luber, co-founder of StockX and Fanatics Collectibles, to discuss the rise of collectible toys, including Bearbricks and his new project, Ghostrite (26:00). The episode wraps up with answers to your mailbag questions (1:07:00). Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson Guest: Josh Luber Producer: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 31 mins