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Hobby Nonsense

Hobby Nonsense
Non-Sport Cards
Pokémon
Collectibles
Marvel
Dublin Card Show
Star Wars
Non-Sports Trading Cards
Pop Culture
Trading Cards
Pokemon
Topps
Marvel Cards
X-Men 97
Upper Deck
TOPS
Pokémon Cards
Soccer Cards
Super Break Products
Wrestling
Vintage Cards

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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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 Herm... more

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 collabo... more

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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... more

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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 fro... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Starck
Marketing analyst at NumisMaster and co-host of a coin collecting podcast.
NumisMaster
Episode: Pixar Gold First Look, Coin Collecting Truths w/ Jeff Starck & Phantasmal Flames Pull Rates
Jeremy Allen
Assistant Director of Pop Culture with Heritage Auctions
Heritage Auctions
Episode: Funko Pop Going Out of Business?! The Booming Non-Sport Market w/ Jeremy Allen & The Dark Side of the Hobby
Kevin Graham
Sketch artist for Tops and Disney
Tops
Episode: Social Media Backlash on Big Pulls, GameStop Policy Reversal, Black Friday Pokémon Deals & 20-Year Sketch Pro Kevin Graham
Grant Sandground
VP of Product Development at Upper Deck
Upper Deck
Episode: Exclusive: Upper Deck’s Batman Metal Set with First PMGs Revealed! Plus Dune Chrome, Pokémon Leaks & Disney Market News
Aaron Abrams
Director of Entertainment and Culture
Topps
Episode: Breaking Exclusive News! MLB x Disney Collab & First Topps Age-Graded Product Revealed with Aaron Abrams
Jonathan Miller
Owner of Music City Games, TCG vendor
Music City Games
Episode: $200 to Full-Time Pokémon Dealer?! Jonathan Miller’s Journey + HUGE Chrome Disney Hype”
Rod Grimes
Pop culture collector and former independent wrestler.
Episode: From Comic Books to Wrestling Rings: Rod Grimes Talks Collecting & Topps WWE Cactus Jack
Eric Wagenmaker
Owner of Reclaim Customs
Reclaim Customs
Episode: Inside Reclaim Customs: Wild Card Requests, McDonald’s Pokémon Frenzy & Marvel’s High-End Chase
Mason LaFevre
YouTube channel creator and Funko Pop expert
Wasatch Pop
Episode: Record-Breaking $100K Star Wars Sale, The National’s Neglected Non-Sport Scene & Funko’s Future with Wasatch Pop

Hosts

Ray Solorio
Co-host of the series, bringing humor and engaging personal anecdotes alongside his co-host.
Jesse Gibson
Co-host known for his deep passion for pop culture and collectibles, providing insights and humor throughout the episodes.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 74 ratings
  • Yep

    The best non sport hobby podcast out there. Excellent and entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sammich65
    United States2 months ago
  • Awesome

    Thank you for making this podcast it is so good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Booty shaker 9000@
    United States2 months ago
  • No one better!

    Jesse is my go-to for all things Non-Sports! Check he out on Fanatics Live too for great breaks…and costumes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Troy B and Sarah
    United States2 months ago
  • Much needed for non-sport hobbyists.

    If it weren’t for this show I would be lost on what was going on in the space outside of TCG and sports cards. Jesse and Ray do a great job of being informative while keeping things fun.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deadphish007
    United States3 months ago
  • The Smartest Move The Show Has Done

    As the title suggests, the smartest move this show has ever done was replace the co-host. Now staying a subscriber is an EASY decision 🙌🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sparhawk1227
    United States5 months ago

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Audiences express enjoyment in the nostalgic content, with many finding it relatable and enjoyable.
Feedback highlights the hosts' engaging chemistry and diverse topics, appealing to both new and experienced collectors.
Listeners appreciate the show's informative yet entertaining take on non-sport collectibles.
The podcast is viewed as a valuable resource, providing necessary insights into a niche market.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#19
United States/Leisure/Hobbies
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#170
United States/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#70
Canada/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#200
United Kingdom/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#42
Australia/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#43
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Pixar Gold First Look, Coin Collecting Truths w/ Jeff Starck & Phantasmal Flames Pull Rates
Q: What should I be looking out for if I were to start bending over for pennies in the street?
There hasn't been anything meaningfully collectible in the one cent denomination since 2009, so you need to look further back to older coins like wheat cents for value.
Exclusive: Upper Deck’s Batman Metal Set with First PMGs Revealed! Plus Dune Chrome, Pokémon Leaks & Disney Market News
Q: What does that mean for the Hobby?
There's a lot of pessimists out there who think, uh oh, Hobby's crashing, that's a bad thing.
Exclusive: Upper Deck’s Batman Metal Set with First PMGs Revealed! Plus Dune Chrome, Pokémon Leaks & Disney Market News
Q: Can you give like a little bit of rundown of why this you guys decided to make Batman into this product specifically?
Batman is arguably the most famous superhero in the world. The cape and the cowl are globally iconic images and logos.
Breaking Exclusive News! MLB x Disney Collab & First Topps Age-Graded Product Revealed with Aaron Abrams
Q: Will we ever see a Simpsons set?
We're trying, we're trying. We have a ton of very passionate Simpsons fans on this side.
Breaking Exclusive News! MLB x Disney Collab & First Topps Age-Graded Product Revealed with Aaron Abrams
Q: Is Topps planning on launching a lot of different products with different IPs to test the market of the viability of it with collectors?
We're always open to things that are in the cultural zeitgeist, but some IPs do not have enough assets for us to work with.

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A vibrant exploration into the realm of non-sport trading cards and pop culture collectibles awaits listeners through a captivating mix of news, interviews, and market insights. The discussions cover a wide range of topics including popular brands and collectibles like Pokémon, Marvel, Star Wars, and Garbage Pail Kids, alongside nostalgic elements from the junk wax era. Uniquely, episodes often feature engaging guests from the industry, creating a rich tapestry of expertise and personal anecdotes that add depth to the hobbyist experience. This podcast is likely to attract an audience eager for both fun and informative content tailored to collectors and fans alike.

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2. Jeremy Allen
3. Kevin Graham
4. Grant Sandground
5. Aaron Abrams
6. Jonathan Miller
7. Rod Grimes
8. Eric Wagenmaker

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