Hobby Nonsense

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 question: are collectors better off buying blasters and megas instead of hobby boxes?

Next, they're joined by Nicholas Barton of the All Stars Card Show, a unique event designed specifically to serve disabled children and their families ❤️. Nicholas shares how the show got started, who it benefits, and how collectors can support the upcoming charity auction this Sunday.

After the interview, Ray recaps his experience at the Nashville Card Show, and his biggest takeaway is sure to spark debate:

👉 Sports cards may be slowing down while Pokémon continues to thrive.

Then Ray discusses the two newly announced Pokémon sets, what excites him most about each release, and which cards collectors should be keeping an eye on.

They close out the show with a return to Lorcana, breaking down recent record sales, current market trends, and lessons Jesse learned the hard way after diving deeper into the game and collectible side of the hobby. If you're considering getting into Lorcana, this segment may save you both money and frustration.

🎙️ Plus: Disney Chrome, Pokémon investing, Lorcana market updates, charity auctions, Nashville show observations, and 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 asking while allegedly listing characters that don't even appear on the checklist. Is the system being manipulated, or is this simply the cost of being first?

The guys then break down what is shaping up to be the biggest non-sport release of the year:

2026 Topps Chrome Disney

They cover:


Debut characters


Major signers


Case hits


Top chase cards


What collectors should be targeting


Why Disney Chrome continues to separate itself from other entertainment products

Then they're joined by Digital Inkwell for a deep dive into one of the hottest topics in collecting:

Is Lorcana the answer to "What's next after Pokémon?"

The conversation covers:


How Lorcana got to this point


Whether the current boom has historical precedent


How collectors are reacting to recent set changes


The most undervalued cards and sets


What new collectors need to know before jumping in

Whether you're a seasoned Disney collector or someone curious about Lorcana's future, this episode serves as a complete guide to where these markets stand today—and where they may be headed next

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This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray bring the drama.

The episode starts with the release of Topps Chrome VeeFriends and the announcement of the first-ever MrBeast autograph card. There's only one, demand is already through the roof, and one card in the set already has a $100,000 bounty attached to it.

The guys then discuss the challenges of having so many major non-sport releases packed into a single month, including:


Star Wars Masterwork


VeeFriends Chrome


Disney Chrome


Marvel Chrome

Next, they take a deep dive into Marvel Chrome Comics, where increased print runs may not tell the whole story. With sketch cards increasing by over 1,000%, the hobby may be overlooking some important details.

Then the drama begins.

The internet has erupted over accusations involving Jason Paige, the singer behind the iconic Pokémon theme song. After claims surfaced that he took advantage of young collectors in a trade, Jason responded publicly. Jesse and Ray break down the situation and explain why the story may not be as simple as it first appeared.

The conversation then shifts to the ongoing Bricks & Minifigs controversy, where allegations involving a franchise owner, a dying man, missing LEGO inventory, mafia, YouTubers, and accusations of theft have spiraled into one of the strangest stories in the collectibles world.

Also in this episode:


Lorcana sets that may still have room to run


WWE Cosmic Lunar Box update


And the exact strategy Jesse uses to find deals on cards that normally seem out of reach

One of the most drama-filled episodes of the year.
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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:


2025 Star Wars Masterwork, where sketch cards are proving to be a massive draw thanks to book sketches, panoramics, and triptychs


WWE Cosmic Chrome, where Adam Gellman joins the show to discuss Planetary Pursuit, collector demand, and whether WWE collectors have already exhausted their budgets after a flood of recent releases

The guys also break down:


Upper Deck Inspirations: The World of DC


The surprising new Feline Collection release


A major concern with 2026 Disney Chrome, as facsimile autographs raise questions

Then the conversation turns to Pokémon.

Recently released data revealed that more than 80 BILLION Pokémon cards have been printed over the past two decades. Jesse and Ray discuss what that means for collectors, investors, and the future of scarcity.

They also examine:


New details about Pokémon's upcoming 30th Anniversary release


A brand-new rarity that could become one of the toughest modern pulls yet


Cards collectors should be targeting now before demand ramps up

Then the guys explore the news about the PSA shutdown of Value submissions. What does it mean for grading, slab values, raw cards, and the future of the hobby? 

And finally...

The guys explore a theory that has started gaining traction:

Could Taylor Swift actually have autographs in 2026 Disney Chrome?

Plus:


Ray's newest grail pickup


Cards to target before Pokémon Pitch Black


And where they see the biggest opportunities in today's market

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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 upcoming releases, including:


2025 Star Wars Masterwork


WWE Cosmic Chrome


And the newly announced 2026 Topps Chrome Marvel Comics

They also react to some eye-popping recent sales:


A $30,000 Woody card from 2025 Topps Chrome Disney


And a Disneyland 70th Anniversary Churro card /10 that sold for $560

Then the conversation shifts to Poké Fest itself.

As Jesse’s first true non-sport-focused card show experience, the weekend revealed something important: The Pokémon and non-sport markets are MUCH more different than most collectors realize.

While Pokémon tables were packed with traffic and activity, many attendees had little awareness of modern non-sport cards at all. At the same time, that lack of knowledge created incredible buying opportunities — including deals that saved the guys hundreds of dollars simply because few people were competing for the same cards.

The episode also explores:


Ray’s dealer-to-dealer flipping strategy


The massive PSA grading gap between Pokémon and non-sport


And why the current state of the market may suggest non-sport is still in its early stages

A fascinating look at where the hobby stands today — and where opportunity may still exist.
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