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Hobby Nonsense

Hobby Nonsense
Pokémon
Trading Cards
Marvel
Star Wars
Non-Sport Cards
Non-Sport Trading Cards
Disney
Topps
Collectibles
Logan Paul
Upper Deck
Veefriends
Sketch Cards
One Piece
WWE
Pokemon
PSA
Poppy Awards
Gamestop
LEGO Pokémon

Hobby 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

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Sports Boi is under the weather, so Solar Ray is flying solo from the Florida beach for a special Seaside Chat edition of Hobby Nonsense!

This week's episode is packed with hobby news, market talk, collecting strategies, and a few hot takes as we br... more

This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray kick things off with a deep dive into Topps Chrome Marvel Comics 🕷️. They break down the most collectible inserts, highlight a few sleeper cards that many collectors may overlook, and discuss the surprising... more

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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray kick things off with a review of Disney Chrome ✨. While the product was a fun rip overall, Jesse found some of the hit rates surprisingly underwhelming compared to the published odds, leading to a bigger que... more

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Disney takes center stage this week on Hobby Nonsense.

Jesse and Ray kick things off by discussing the controversy surrounding Disney Chrome breaks happening days before release, with some breakers charging double and even triple what others are ask... more

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Recent Guests

Nicholas Barton
Founder of All Stars Card Show, a program for kids with special needs
All Stars Card Show
Episode: How One Card Show Is Changing Lives, Pokémon's Rise & Disney Chrome Review
Digital Ink
Lorcana content creator and market analyst
Digital Ink (YouTube channel)
Episode: Is Disney Lorcana the Next Pokémon? Everything You Need to Know
Matt (Funcle Cards)
Guest, Poké/non-sport collector and trader
Funcle Cards
Episode: The Pokémon Show That Changed How We View Non-Sport Cards
Matt (Funko)
Guest, frequent collaborator and attendee at Nashville Poke Fest events
Funko (alias)
Episode: Are Collectors Starting to Turn Against Grading? $236K Pokémon Sale & WWE $100K Bounties
Tyler Schmitt
VeeFriends affiliate and Card Talk alumnus
VeeFriends
Episode: $680K Luke Skywalker Rookie?! Plus VeeFriends Brings MrBeast Autos & Pokémon’s Rarest Sets
Jason Masherah
President of Upper Deck
Upper Deck
Episode: Employee-Only PMGs, Forgotten Sets & Inside Upper Deck w/ the President
Mike Warehouse
Owner, Warehouse Collectibles
Warehouse Collectibles
Episode: Inside a Warehouse of MILLIONS of Collectibles… Hidden Gems Everywhere
Matt Mattsy
Avid collector, founder of Funcle Cards and guest on the show
Funcle Cards
Episode: Why Disney Cards Don’t Care About Comps (w/ Funcle Cards) Plus, McDonald’s KPop Cards, and Deadpool Chrome
Gary Vaynerchuk
Entrepreneur, founder of Vee Friends, and public figure in the world of collectibles
Vee Friends, Entrepreneur
Episode: Gary Vee Breaks Down Fictional Rookie Cards, Seinfeld Autos & Rising TCGs

Hosts

Jesse Gibson
Host of Hobby Nonsense; explores non-sport cards, collectibles, and market dynamics; known for deep dives and nostalgic storytelling.
Ray Solorio
Co-host focusing on market trends, breaks, and community-focused discussions in the hobby space.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 108 ratings
  • 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 Podcasts
    5
    Morgan Jon Fox
    United States2 months 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 Podcasts
    5
    Myles Baker
    United States3 months 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 Podcasts
    5
    Zorze24
    Canada3 months 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 Podcasts
    5
    Veek1984
    United States3 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 Podcasts
    5
    lerxtandpratt
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

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Guests and topics are described as insightful and entertaining for hobbyists.
Listeners praise accessible yet informed discussions and the hosts' banter.
Many reviews highlight the show's ability to connect pop culture with collecting insights and market context.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#45
United States/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#186
Canada/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#244
United Kingdom/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#155
Australia/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#38
Poland/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#83
Sweden/Leisure/Hobbies

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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Q: For first-time buyers, where are the best value spots in this product?
Look for RP and SSP case hits where prices should stay under $100, with rookies and long-time favorites like AJ Lee and Oba Femi offering good entry points.
Did Topps Hide Taylor Swift Autos? Plus 80 Billion Pokémon Cards Printed
Q: Adam, what are your thoughts on Cosmic WWE Chrome and its pricing relative to other WWE releases?
Cosmic is a debut product in wrestling chrome, with strong chases like Planetary Pursuits; it's perceived as more affordable than some previous high-end sets, and fans are excited about on-card autos and non-autograph content as a new direction.
How One Card Show Is Changing Lives, Pokémon's Rise & Disney Chrome Review
Q: How did the All Stars Card Show idea originate and evolve into a formal event?
It started when a family with a child who has anxiety visited a card show; their positive experience led to the idea of creating a show specifically for kids with special needs, expanding with community support and partnerships, and ultimately becoming a free, accessible event with sponsorships and volunteers.
Is Disney Lorcana the Next Pokémon? Everything You Need to Know
Q: Is Lorcana likely to surpass Topps Disney or Pokémon in popularity long-term?
Ink believes Lorcana will be wildly successful and grow, but acknowledges Topps Disney and Pokémon have decades of head starts; coexistence is possible, and Lorcana could become a major force alongside these brands depending on continued support and strategic releases.
Is Disney Lorcana the Next Pokémon? Everything You Need to Know
Q: What are the must-buy sets if money is no object?
Ink recommends two pillars: First Chapter and Fabled, with emphasis on their rarity dynamics, and adds Troves as a strong starter or collector option due to their mix of sealed value and playable components.

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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. Nicholas Barton
2. Digital Ink
3. Matt (Funcle Cards)
4. Matt (Funko)
5. Tyler Schmitt
6. Jason Masherah
7. Mike Warehouse
8. Matt Mattsy

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