This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse is joined by Alex of Clever Cuban Cards while Ray’s out of town, and the two dive deep into a packed week of hobby news and insights!

They start by uncovering hidden gems in recent card releases — and Alex shares a possible reason why some of the best content isn’t being marketed as much as it should be. Then, the guys discuss the new Topps Disney Wonder product, comparing it to the ongoing success of Disney Chrome. While it may seem like another Disney drop, they explain why this one targets a different collector base with its Princess focus and lower entry cost.

Next up, they tackle the SpongeBob card explosion, with over 25 cards already selling for $3,000+ each in the first week! They debate whether SpongeBob could have serious long-term staying power — as long as Topps manages the print run wisely.

Finally, Jesse and Alex break down an incredible $200,000 auction of candid, autographed celebrity Polaroids — featuring actors, musicians, athletes, and politicians — and speculate on what the card manufacturer that bought them might be planning to do with them.

From Disney Princesses to SpongeBob profits and a $200K Hollywood mystery, this episode is packed with non-sport gold.

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray cover a packed slate of hobby news and exclusives.

They kick things off with their recent WWE card break experiences, followed by excitement over the massive sale of a unique Walt Disney card that has collectors talking. They also react to leaked Pokémon product sets for the upcoming year, speculating on what’s coming and how it could impact the market.

Then they discuss the new Topps Dune Chrome product, dropping this Friday. Last year’s release skyrocketed to $5,000 a box, and they break down how this year’s edition stacks up — from design and autos to collector hype.

Then, they’re joined by Upper Deck VP Grant Sandground to talk about the brand-new Skybox Metal Universe Batman set. Grant reveals details about Precious Metal Gems, glow-in-the-dark cards, and some truly unique printing technologies that make this one of the most creative products Upper Deck has ever released.

The episode wraps with a look at non-sport market trends, especially around SpongeBob and Disney cards, and what the future might hold for collectors and investors.

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray cover a whirlwind of hobby news and trends:

• 📉 The rise and fall of MTG: Spider-Man pricing — and why gameplay might be playing a bigger role than expected.
  

• 🧍‍♂️🧍‍♀️ Disney Chrome’s massive success, including surprise celebrity autos that stunned collectors.
  

• 🚨 The fake graded card problem continues, and the guys discuss why it keeps happening and what potential solutions could help clean up the space.
  

• 🃏 Pokémon Mega Evolutions is heating up — but are some of the price spikes the result of market manipulation?
  

• 💪 A quick look at WWE Finest and the latest SpongeBob product drops rounding out an action-packed release calendar.
  

From surprise autos to Spider-Man’s price crash, this episode hits every corner of the non-sport card world.

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse (yes, in a Buzz Lightyear suit) and Ray are joined by Aaron Abrams of Topps to deliver two massive exclusive hobby scoops you won’t hear anywhere else!

First, Aaron reveals embargoed news of an upcoming MLB x Disney collaboration, a groundbreaking partnership that could reshape how licensed entertainment and sports cards are made and collected. Later, Aaron shares another bombshell: the first Topps product in the modern era that will require age-grading. This could mark a major shift in how collectors view grading standards and invest in future releases.

The episode doesn’t stop there:

• The growing hype around Disney Chrome and why it’s one of the most anticipated products of the year
  

• Nostalgic excitement for new SpongeBob releases and what they mean for collectors
  

• Listener questions that highlight the rising demand in the non-sport card market
  

• How licensing challenges affect which characters make it into sets
  

• Why there’s a growing push for more original art sets in Marvel and Disney
  

• The ongoing demand for updates on autographs from iconic characters
  

With Aaron Abrams breaking two massive exclusives plus a deep dive into the evolving non-sport market, this episode might be the most important Hobby Nonsense yet.

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray tackle a wave of major new releases! First up: two surprise Topps products—Disney Wonder and Dune Chrome—each loaded with unexpected inclusions that collectors are already buzzing about.

Next, it’s on to the Pokémon Mega Evolutions release and the most collectible cards from the set. That leads into a bigger debate: what’s the smarter long-term investment—Pokémon or baseball cards?

Along the way, Jesse and Ray break down the wild rise of a Pikachu card now worth more than all but three Michael Jordan cards. Could market manipulation be behind the surge? And if so, will collectors even care?

From Disney to Dune, Pikachu to PSA, this episode has something for every non-sport collector.

In this week’s episode of Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray dig into some of the biggest conversations shaking up the non-sport card hobby:

• The marketing problem in non-sports cards and why it lags behind sports cards in engagement.
  

• The upcoming Pokémon Ultra Premium Collection boxes dropping in November, and why collectors are buzzing about these two massive releases.
  

• Scams in the hobby — how vendors are dealing with fake cards, plus reactions to viral social videos exposing the issue.
  

• PSA former employee exposes what we all need to STOP doing. Plus, why newer PSA slabs are starting to sell for higher values.
  

• The scalper debate: some events are finding ways to stop them, but it raises the question — are scalpers really that bad for the hobby?
  

• Finally, the announcement of the Topps SpongeBob Anniversary set, which could be one of the most fun and collectible non-sport products of the year.
  

From scams to SpongeBob, this episode has it all — tune in for real talk on the news, controversies, and products shaping the non-sport world.

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray are joined by Jonathan Miller of Music City Games, who went from a professional Halo player to a full-time Pokémon dealer in just one year! Jonathan reveals how he flipped a $200 investment into a career, grew a viral social media presence, and built a business out of card shows. He shares the strategies that worked, the pitfalls to avoid, and how YOU can follow in his footsteps.

Then, the guys break down one of the most anticipated card products of the year: Topps Chrome Disney 2025. With the inclusion of real actor autographs for the first time, this set is shaping up to be both the most popular AND most expensive Disney release ever.

🎴 Pokémon flipping tips, 🔥 Disney Chrome hype, and the stories that fuel the hobby — don’t miss this episode!

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray dive into a pop culture collectible they’ve never given enough spotlight—COMIC BOOKS! Guest Rod Grimes, a longtime comic collector and flipper, joins to share everything you need to know about the comic book world:

• What’s hot in comics right now
  

• How modern issues gain value
  

• Tools to help collectors track down key books
  

• His pick for the next big series to watch
  

But that’s not all. Rod sticks around to help break down the brand-new Topps Chrome WWE x Cactus Jack release—a product that’s already being called one of the most popular wrestling sets of the year. With his background as a former minor league pro wrestler, Rod brings unique insight into why wrestling cards connect so strongly with fans, the carnival roots of the sport, and why it remains so captivating today.

The episode closes with the Spider-Man comic giveaway winner announcement and a quick look at a surprising dark horse non-sport product release that collectors are already calling above average.

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray break down the new Star Wars Topps Chrome release, covering fresh autos, inserts, and why prices are already rising. Then they dive into Pokémon Worlds 2025, from exclusive product scalping to new TCG rarities. Next, it’s PSA vs GameStop buybacks—who’s paying more, and what collectors need to know. Finally, a BIG Mailbag segment covers the best Pokémon sets to invest in, the non-sport autographs with the best eye appeal, and much more.

In this episode of Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray kick things off with a hands-on review of the new VeeFriends Super Sticker product. They share why they like the cards, while also addressing why some retail customers aren’t happy—especially those whose preorders arrived after shops and breakers had already started ripping.

Next, they welcome Eric Wagenmaker of Reclaim Customs, who creates custom trading cards for athletes, celebrities, and even kids in little league. Eric shares how he got started, what’s driving the popularity of custom cards, and reveals some of the strangest requests he’s ever received—including one jaw-dropping order.

After the interview, the conversation turns to Japan, where a McDonald’s Pokémon pack promotion has collectors and flippers traveling hours and swarming stores to grab packs. The guys compare it to previous McDonald’s promotions and the downsides being seen.

Then it’s Marvel time with the release of Topps Marvel Mint—featuring a high-end Gambit insert and a nod to one of the Marvel Universe’s most infamous villains—and Marvel Sapphire, which could be the most expensive non-sport product of the year. But does the resale price actually justify it?