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Join us for another episode of Cut the Nonsense featuring Mike Gioseffi, Danny Black and Joe Wysmerski. Today, the guys talk NFL playoffs, Basbeall Hall of Fame voting, and how somebody tried to sell a pair of Shohei Ohtani's game-used pants to Joe in his Phoenix-area card shop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Cut the Nonsense, Danny and Joe dive into a 2026 sports card hobby preview, discussing the licensing changes between Panini and Topps and what it means for rookie cards. The guys get into a heated debate about vintage cards: Danny thinks autographed Hall of Fame cards are the next big boom, while Joe argues that in-person autos "ruin the art" of the card. Learn more about your a...

On this episode of Cut the Nonsense, Danny and Joe break down the current state of the NFL sports card market as we head into the #nfl playoffs. Is Matthew Stafford undervalued compared to other potential HOF QBs? Joe argues why his Lions rookie cards might be the sleeper play of 2026. They also look at the markets of fellow playoff QBs, Trevor Lawrence and Bryce Young. Then, the focus shifts to t...

On this week’s episode of Cut the Nonsense, Joe and Danny debate "Jersey Number" matches with card numbers. Joe argues that paying a premium for a 99/99 parallel is just a sales tactic, while Danny asks if the market ever justifies the extra cost. The guys also dive into the NFL market, questioning why Derrick Henry gets absolutely no love in terms of hobby love despite putting up Hall of Fame num...

In this episode of Cut the Nonsense, hosts Mike Gioseffi, Joe Wysmierski, and Danny Black dive into the latest happenings in the sports card market. They kick off with a discussion on the recent releases of Cosmic Baseball and Topps Chrome Basketball, highlighting the unique features and market impact of these products. They also explore the dynamics of the sports card industry, including the chal...

Is 2024 already the "GOAT" nfl rookie class, or does 2018 or 2020 hold the crown? In today’s episode, Mike Gioseffi, Joe Wysmierski, and Danny Black dive deep into the last 10 years of sports cards to rank the top three rookie classes for both the NFL and MLB. From the market-shifting power of Patrick Mahomes and Shohei Ohtani to the recent explosion of Paul Skenes and Jayden Daniels, the guys bre...

Join Mike Gioseffi, Danny Black, and Joe Wysmierski as they discuss the latest PSA grading "scandal" (0:10), dissecting the fallout from grading discrepancies and the community's response. They then delve into buy or sell reports (21:14) for players like Bo Nix, Drake Maye, and CJ Stroud, and how recent performances are influencing their market prices. They also explore the dynamics of NFL teams s...

In this episode of "Cut the Nonsense," we kick off with a heated discussion on the latest college football developments with Lane Kiffin (2:25) and beyond, as well as their impact on sports card values. Mike Gioseffi, Danny Black and Joe Wysmierski dive into the intricacies of the sports card market, analyzing recent trends with Browns QB Shedeur Sanders (8:29) and Patriots QB Drake Maye. Special...

In today's episode of Cut the Nonsense, hosts Mike Gioseffi, Danny Black, and Joe Wysmierski dive into the latest NFL quarterback rankings and prices across sports cards. It's clear that stats do not equal hobby pricing. Danny brings the heat with his passionate take on hobby watchdogs. Plus, the guys discuss Fanatics Fest ticket pricing and the challenges of young fans being able to afford being...

Joe, Danny and Mike went live on the SCN YouTube Wednesday night to talk about the latest hobby news and headlines, with the shilling drama center stage. Tune in and let us know what you think in the comments! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did we just witness the GREATEST World Series ever? Shoehei Ohtani will enter the 2026 MLB season as a 4-time MVP at just 31 years old. What we're witnessing with Ohtani is rare and he could go down as the best baseball player in history. Plus, the Yamamoto debut patch has yet to be pulled. How much will it be worth once it is? And, Dr. Tyler Tarver joins the show to talk basketball and collecting...

Danny Black, Joe Wysmierski and Mike Gioseffi are back with a new episode of Cut the Nonsense. Holiday themed releases ruin collecting for kids. That's Joe's Beef of the Week. How and why are breakers breaking before the release date of certain cards? Will Topps Basketball hype die down? Is the hype being blown out of proportion? And how much is Topps' promotion helping the early sales of the prod...

Shohei Ohtani is on fire and so is his market. And Vlad Guererro Jr. is just as hot. If you've been paying attention to Mike this MLB season, you'd know he's been telling you to buy Vlad all along! Plus, Joe is back with his Beef of the Week, which is in regards to Geoff Wilson's hot take on PSA up-charges. Someone who is actually a FAN of up-charges? Couldn't be us. The guys also recount their we...

Is Wayne Gretzky the best team athlete of all time? Can a hockey player take that title? Danny Black, Joe Wysmierski and Mike Gioseffi are back to debate that and much more in today's episode of Cut the Nonsense. What's the impact of market size on player recognition and their sports card value? Baker Mayfield and Bo Nix rookie cards are selling high. How does celebrity involvement influence the h...

Join Mike Gioseffi, Joe Wysmierski, and Danny Black as they delve into the latest sports card and industry news. From the Lions' record-breaking scoring to the MLB playoffs and standout players, they cover who to buy, sell, and hold. The guys also discuss the state of sports card grading companies—what's going on with SGC?! Plus, they explore the impact of national TV on player popularity and the...

In a Gio-less episode of Cut the Nonsense, Danny and Joe discuss who to buy and avoid during the MLB playoffs from Elly De La Cruz to Dillon Dingler, Riley Greene, Cal Raleigh and more. They also reflect on Week 4 in the NFL as Joe's Lions as the real deal and the Packers look super questionable after a loss to the Browns and a tie to the Cowboys. Plus, what's going on with PSA's card grading pric...

The MLB playoffs are nearly here and Danny, Joe and Mike are ready to tell you whose sports cards to buy and sell as the season wraps up. Aaron Judge, Cal Raleigh, Tarik Skubal, Riley Greene (buy low!) and Vlad Guererro Jr. are all part of the discussion. Plus, Mike and Danny discuss their Philly trip. City of Brotherly Stench, anyone? Is the Shoeless Joe Jackson Bowman First a worthwhile investme...

This week on Cut the Nonsense, Joe Wysmierski, Danny Black, and Mike Gioseffi break down the NFL quarterback market and the latest shifts in the sports card hobby after Week 2 of the NFL season. Joe’s back with more Beef of the Week on… oil change companies? Plus, the guys discuss new product releases and online repacks. From rookie quarterback performances, the ups and downs of the young quarterb...

NFL Week 1 had some interesting hobby implications from Justin Herbert and Aaron Rodgers' stock going up to Daniel Jones shocking the world. Danny Black, Mike Gioseffi and Joe Wysmierski are back with a new episode of Cut the Nonsense. They're talking hobby implications from Week 1 including the biggest winners of the week: Justin Herbert and Daniel Jones. They also review the Fanatics Fest date c...