Hobby Nonsense
Hobby NonsenseHobby Nonsense is your weekly dive into the weird, wonderful world of non-sport trading cards and pop culture collectibles. Hosted by Jesse Gibson and Ray Solorio, the podcast covers everything from Pokémon, Marvel, and Star Wars to Garbage Pail Kids, sketch cards, and vintage oddities from the junk wax era. Each episode features news, market trends, release breakdowns, and interviews with collect... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 74 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureHobbies | |||
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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray tackle one of their biggest episodes yet.
They kick things off with reactions to two major releases:
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2025 Star Wars Masterwork, where sketch cards are proving to be a massive draw thanks to book sketc... more
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray are joined in studio by Matt “Funcle” Hathorn after a huge weekend at Nashville Poké Fest and one of their biggest nights ever on eBay Live.
Before diving into the show recap, the guys cover several major u... more
On this week’s episode of Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray discuss the growing frustration around PSA grading delays, the increasing relevance of grading in the TCG and non-sport space, and why some collectors are now openly pushing for a complete stop ... more
Jesse and Ray kick things off by discussing the recent explosion in high-end 1977 Star Wars card sales, including several record-breaking prices that are bringing renewed attention to vintage non-sport cards.
Then they’re joined by Tyler Schmitt and... more
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- The best in the biz!
Genuinely love the natural conversational style of this podcast which is extremely informative about the non-sport world of collecting while also remaining extremely fun & entertaining.
Apple Podcasts5Morgan Jon Fox
United Statesa month ago - Love This
I love this podcast. They hit on so many sets and topics beyond just Pokemon and TCG. Great job and keep up good work.
Apple Podcasts5Myles BakerUnited Statesa month ago - The best podcast for hobby
This is hands-down the best podcast in terms of hobby and collectables always entertaining always informative. Always a a great listen!
Apple Podcasts5Zorze24
Canadaa month ago - Sup
Huge fan of YouTube show. Glad to find it on apple podcast. Now I am able to listen at work. As a former contractor, down here we had an unwritten rule. Don’t work for family. If money is exchanged, more often than not it always ends up terribly. Help out as a favor, sure… but no hired work…
Apple Podcasts5Veek1984United States2 months ago - The best!
This is one of the best card podcast you’ll hear, especially when it comes to non sports stuff. Jesse and Ray are very informative and entertaining to listen to. Definitely subscribe.
Apple Podcasts5lerxtandprattUnited States5 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #40 | United States/Leisure/Hobbies |
Apple Podcasts | #228 | United States/Leisure |
Apple Podcasts | #173 |  United Kingdom/Leisure/Hobbies |
Apple Podcasts | #192 | Canada/Leisure/Hobbies |
Apple Podcasts | #93 |  Australia/Leisure/Hobbies |
Apple Podcasts | #54 |  Spain/Leisure/Hobbies |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hobby Nonsense
What is Hobby Nonsense about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Non-sport trading cards, pop culture collectibles, and market dynamics take center stage across episodes. Hosts cover licensing, product pipelines, and entertainment-driven card sets, while interweaving hands-on breakdowns of break culture, pricing trends, and real-world collecting stories. The show frequently features deep-dive interviews with industry insiders and prominent collectors, offering practical insights for buyers, sellers, and brand partners, along with lively banter and nostalgia that keeps the hobby accessible and entertaining. Notable strengths include long-form insider perspectives, cross-property licensing discussions, and a community-focused vibe that appeals to both seasoned collectors and newcomers curious about how car... more
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Recent guests on Hobby Nonsense include:
1. Matt (Funko)
2. Tyler Schmitt
3. Jason Masherah
4. Mike Warehouse
5. Matt Mattsy
6. Grant Sandground
7. Gary Vaynerchuk
8. Jerry Ellis
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