Mike’s running solo today, and he’s being positive about the hobby. He starts by getting sentimental and talking about his history with card collecting (1:28). Then, he talks about the insane Lorcana prices and how stores are handling it (11:10). He also discusses how Mookie Betts is overtaking Ronald Acuña Jr. as the MVP favorite (14:29). Later, he talks about Topps Cosmic (21:31) before answering your mailbag questions (38:28).

Host: Mike Gioseffi
Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga
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Gio’s Hobby History, Mookie Time, and Topps Cosmic Review

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.

Sports

Mike is running solo today! After Mike offers some advice off the top, Adam Gray of Basketball Card Fanatic joins the show to look back on how they both started out in the hobby, licensed vs. unlicensed producers, their top-10 all-time NBA players, and their Finals predictions (04:25). Afterward, longtime listener Joel’s Sports Cards hops on for a behind-the-scenes discussion about the pod, the audience that the show is trying to cultivate, and whether he has any valid criticisms about the show (39:11).
Host: Mike Gioseffi
Guests: Adam Gray and Joel’s Sports Cards
Producer: Eduardo Ocampo
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Top 10 All-Time NBA Players. Plus, What Resonates With Our Audience With Adam Gray and Joel’s Sports Cards.

Mike and Jesse start the pod by talking about how the card market could be affected by a Mavericks-Celtics NBA finals (3:39). Then, they are joined Jason Vass to talk about his impressive Ken Griffey Jr. collection (24:16). Later they discuss some recent $2 million thefts and PSA no longer grading Optic Football (50:14). Finally, they answer your mailbag questions (1:03:46).
Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson
Guest: Jason Vass
Associate Producer: Carlos Chiriboga
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Interviewing the Owner of the World’s Greatest Griffey Collection

Mike and Jesse start the pod by discussing the recent Michael Jordan rookie card that sold for $925k (03:28). They’re then joined by Chris McGill of Card Ladder to offer more history on the card (18:22), give an NBA market update, and note the rising value of young superstars like Luka Doncic (29:49). Finally, they end off with your mailbag questions (52:23)!
Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson
Producer: Eduardo Ocampo
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The Truth Behind the Jordan Rookie Card. Plus, NBA Market Update With Chris McGill.

Mike and Jesse start the pod with their reactions to the end of the second round in the NBA playoffs and what it means for players like Anthony Edwards, Luka Doncic, and Jayson Tatum (05:10). Then, they discuss recent comments regarding breakers and shops and whether one is really better than the other (14:22). After that, they touch on the latest news around the hobby, including Fanatics suing Marvin Harrison Jr. (24:41) and new releases (34:26), then answer your mailbag questions (44:52).
Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson
Producer: Eduardo Ocampo
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NBA Playoffs Are a Hobby Home Run! Plus, Breakers Vs. Shops.

This week, Jesse explores GameStop's move into the card business, discussing its potential impact and moves within the industry (0:00). Then, he's joined by Mojobreak duo Dan and Doug for a nostalgic trip that includes '90s card packs, 'Pokémon,' Disney, and non-sports collectibles (21:00). Later, they shift gears to dissect NBA playoff predictions and give insights on rising star Bronny James (38:00). To wrap up, Jesse delves into your burning mailbag questions (55:00).
Host: Jesse Gibson
Guests: Dan Anderson and Doug Caskey
Producer: Devon Renaldo
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Gio’s Hobby History, Mookie Time, and Topps Cosmic Review

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