Hobby Nonsense

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray dive into one of the most unpredictable and conversation-starting episodes yet. They kick things off with the release of LEGO Pokémon, debating where the real value in the set lies. Jesse is all in, while Ray remains far more skeptical about its long-term collectability. Next, they explore one of the most under-the-radar trends in the hobby: TCG sketch ca...

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray dive into a wave of new releases—some expected, some complete surprises—that have collectors buzzing. They kick things off with Pixar Gold, releasing this week — including the huge announcement of the first-ever Toy Story dual autograph featuring Tom Hanks and Tim Allen as Woody and Buzz, instantly becoming one of the most anticipated chases in the produc...

In the final episode of the year, Jesse and Ray wrap up 2025 in true Hobby Nonsense fashion. The show kicks off with the big reveal of the inaugural Poppy Awards winners, celebrating the best pop culture, entertainment, and non-sport cards of the year—voted on by the community. From there, the conversation turns to Logan Paul selling his $5 million Pikachu Illustrator card, and why questions about...

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray kick off a packed episode by officially launching the Poppy Awards, celebrating the best in non-sport cards, products, and ideas of 2025. Voting is now open, and the winners will be revealed on the December 31st episode. Next, they tackle the growing controversy surrounding Collectors’ acquisition of Beckett, including a Congressional FTC letter questioni...

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray kick things off with breaking hobby news as PSAs’ parent company acquires Beckett Grading Services. After receiving a few details from PSA President Ryan Hoge, they share insight into why they’re making this move and what it could mean for grading going forward. From there, they dive into new product releases and reviews, starting with Topps Labubu and WW...

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray open the show by addressing concerns surrounding PSA’s buyback system and whether the issues collectors are seeing are simply flaws — or signs of something more intentional. Then they’re joined by Tory Hermens of DCSports87 for a deep discussion on what truly drives the value of a sketch card: the artist, the character, or the quality of the piece itself....

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray dive into one of the biggest release cycles the hobby has seen in months. The episode starts with Jesse breaking down his viral post about clues suggesting a possible Topps x Pokémon 30th Anniversary collaboration set next year — a theory that took off online, even though Ray isn’t convinced it has anything to do with Pokémon (and he might be right). From...

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray dive into the world of LEGO collecting — and trust us, it’s way deeper (and more valuable) than most collectors realize. They’re joined by Samuel, the creator behind Rarest Lego Minifigure on Instagram, who has built a million-dollar LEGO collection filled with rare, vintage, and one-of-a-kind pieces. Samuel shares how he started collecting as a kid and n...

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray (after discovering Ray might have trypophobia) dive into a packed show covering Pixar, coins, and Pokémon. First, Jesse and Ray break down Pixar Gold, the newest Topps release celebrating iconic moments from the Pixar universe. With actor autos and “Golden Moments” chases, the product looks gorgeous — but will collectors buy in if the price is too premium...

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse (fighting through a stomach bug) and Ray tackle an off-the-wall episode — packed with industry news, market analysis, and a conversation that collectors won’t forget. They start with the shocking report that Funko Pop predicts it will be out of business by the end of next year, breaking down what led to the fall, how it affects collectors, and why it might actual...

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray kick things off by addressing the recent big-pull streak in breaks and the social media chatter accusing Jesse of getting “loaded cases.” They dig into why some people hate seeing big hits and why others think rare cards “should be worthless.” From there, we cover: 🔥 GameStop reverses course after hobby backlash 🛒 Black Friday Pokémon deals at Target, W...

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray break down a massive week across the non-sport hobby world. They kick off with an update on Leaf’s $200K celebrity Polaroid purchase, revealing the new Leaf Photographic product — and why the rollout may leave some collectors wanting more. Then, they turn to VeeFriends’ Super Stickers Spectacular Series, a slick new release that looks incredible but raise...

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse welcomes Ray back from his trip and the duo dives into one of the busiest hobby weeks in recent memory! They kick things off with the Topps Chrome Labubu release, which may be even more limited than expected — and has already doubled in price on the secondary market. From there, they share their experiences at The Nashional Card Show in Nashville, where Ray manag...

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,...

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. T...

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...

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 share...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 se...

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 t...

Fresh off his trip to The National, Jesse sits down with Ray to share his experience hunting for non-sport cards at the largest card show in the world. Despite the continued rise of Pokémon and Topps Entertainment products, Jesse breaks down the surprising lack of non-sport presence—but also highlights the biggest Star Wars card sale in history, a $100,000 monster that stole the spotlight. They al...

In this new release packed episode of Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray go all in on the latest hobby news—starting with a recap of some of the wild news coming from San Diego Comic-Con, which now feels like a must-attend event for non-sport collectors. They break down the exclusive “Fork” redemption card used by “Hangman” Adam Page during AEW All In, which Upper Deck is turning into a real card in an...