Cut the Nonsense

Selling Shohei Ohtani's Pants & NFL Playoff Drama

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 [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

The 2026 Hobby Preview: Panini’s Last Stand & What to Buy Now

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 ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

NFL Season Ends, Hobby Hype Extends: Rodgers, Young & Lawrence

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 the massive surge in Soccer collecting ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Danny breaks down the "Club vs. Country" collecting strategy, why Lamine Yamal is the hobby's #1 chase, and Joe shows off a massive "Ball Patch" auto pull. Finally, the guys get heated about the rising cost of wax and go on a rant about the "eBay Price Police" who shame collectors for overpaying. Plus, College Football Hype: The "Kurt Cignetti Effect" on Indiana Football cards and why D2/D3 QBs are becoming investable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Stop Paying for "Jersey Number" Card Matches + Undervalued NFL Stars

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 numbers. They also discuss Trevor Lawrence's stagnant prices and a big-time Lions prediction for next year's Super Bowl. Later, the conversation shifts to grading. Danny asks if it’s worth buying a Mike Baker (MBA) slab just to cross it to PSA for uniformity. Joe shares a PSA valuation story involving a vintage Roger Maris card that received a wild price estimate range. Finally, they cover the explosion of TCG at sports card shows and the major merger with the Strongsville Sports Collectors Convention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Reviewing new Sports Card Releases and Rising Hobby Stars

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 challenges of high pricing and the strategies collectors can use to navigate the market. The conversation shifts to the world of women's college basketball, where Joe shares insights on rising star Audi Crooks and her impressive performance at Iowa State. Later, the episode features a special guest appearance by Nonsense on Ice's Doug Plagens, who brings his expertise in hockey to the table. Doug discusses the upcoming Olympic break and its potential impact on the card market, as well as key players to watch in the international scene from Connor Bedard to Macklin Celebrini and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]