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Mojobreak The Hype - A Sports Card Podcast

360 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 115 ratings

The Mojobreakers talk about all the latest news in sports cards including upcoming releases, hot prospects, cards to buy or sell and conversations with some of the biggest names in the hobby on The Hype!

Subscribe for new episodes every Thursday plus special mini-series, bonus interviews and much more!

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Episodes

#302 - NFLPA Breaks Up With Panini + Is LeBron Done With Upper Deck?

August 23, 2023 17:00 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MB

The hobby is still reeling from the shocking news that the NFLPA is backing out of it's deal with Panini America 3 years early and Doug, Dan, C-Rad & Cody try to figure out what it means in the short term, what the future of Panini looks like and how the NFL, NBAPA & NBA will respond. Plus after Topps sparked rumors of another huge hobby break up when LeBron James showed up on a Topps Now card, the guys discuss James' future (or lack thereof) with Upper Deck.

#301 - How to Deal with Hobby Trolls + Will Legend 1st Bowmans Outsell Vintage Rookies?

August 17, 2023 07:00 - 55 minutes - 76.5 MB

Doug, C-Rad & Cody have finally recovered from episode 300 and take some time to address some negative social media reactions they've recently seen in the hobby. The guys talk about how to combat internet trolls plus preview 2023 Bowman Chrome and the brand new legend 1st Bowmans. Plus a look at some brand new releases and the guys reveal their wildest predictions for the 2023 NFL season.

The Hype 300th Episode Extravaganza! - Mojobreak's Top 10 Hits, Cameo Apperances & More!

August 10, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 147 MB

The Hype reaches the 300 episode milestone & the guys are celebrating in style! Doug, Dan, C-Rad & Cody look back at the biggest hits in Mojobreak history and roast each other with celebrity Cameos. Plus, after the massive news that Panini & Fanatics could be heading into a major legal battle, the guys talk about what it means for the hobby and how the sports card industry will look by episode 400.

#299 - Recapping a Wild Week at NSCC 2023 + Manning & Magic Cards Sell for Big Bucks

August 03, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 92.8 MB

With The National in the rear view, Doug, C-Rad & Cody recap a packed week in Chicago and discuss their favorite parts of this year's show. Plus the guys try to predict what Brock Purdy's National Treasures RPA's will sell for when NT drops next week and discuss two huge card sales from completely different corners of the hobby.

Mojo Sessions #32 - Live from NSCC '23 with Sports Card Nonsense

August 01, 2023 19:55 - 36 minutes - 67.3 MB

Mojobreak & SCN team up for a special live podcast from The National Sports Collectors Convention in Chicago! Doug, Cody, Jesse & Mike talk about what they're looking for at the big show, how it compares to year's past and, of course, a ton of Chicago food talk. Then Cody hosts a special Chi-town edition of Guess That Price! Huge thanks to Hobbzi & Luddex for putting this together!

Mojo Sessions #31 - Doug Plagens, Florida Panthers Radio Broadcaster - Road to NSCC '23

July 24, 2023 07:00 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB

Happy National week! We kick off NSCC week and wrap up our Road to NSCC '23 series with one of our all time favorites, the voice of the Florida Panthers and sports card enthusiast Doug Plagens! Cody & Dan talk to Doug about the Panthers incredible Stanley Cup run, what he'll be doing at this year's show and plenty of music talk. Check out Doug at the Fanatics booth at this year's show and listen to Florida Panthers broadcasts next season on the NHL app!

#298 - What to Expect at NSCC 2023 + Topps Chrome Baseball Preview

July 20, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MB

With The National in Chicago just a week away, the guys talk about what to expect from the biggest names in the hobby at this year's show, what we'll be up to and what you should know before heading to the show. Plus Fanatics may soon have a convention of their own, a preview of the latest releases in the next two weeks and way more discussion about tacos & furries than we ever expected.

Mojo Sessions #30 - Matt "Dappz" McGuckin, Dappz Sports - Road to NSCC '23

July 17, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MB

Cody talks to one of the leaders in sports card content Matt "Dappz" McGuckin as we continue to get set for The National 2023! Cody talks to Dappz about what they have planned in Chicago, building Dappz Sports into a one stop shop for the hobby and how he tries to stand out as the world of sports card content continues to grow. Check out Dappz Sports on all social media and dappzsports.com!

#297 - Fanatics Goes Live! + 2nd Half MLB Picks to Click

July 13, 2023 07:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MB

As The National draws closer, the guys talk about the big moves Fanatics appears to be making both in the hobby and at this year's show. Doug, Dan, C-Rad & Cody talk about why a surprising number of young athletes coming to this year's show (plus some rumored big names) could be a sign of Fanatics making some big moves. Plus a look at the debut of Fanatics Live & Cody runs down some of the underrated young stars collectors should keep an eye on in the 2nd half of the MLB season.

Mojo Sessions #29 - Andy Broome, VP of Certified Collectibles Group - Road to NSCC '23

July 10, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 39 MB

With The National in Chicago less than a month away, we're talking to some of the biggest names in the industry to get ready for the big show! First up, Cody chats with Andy Broome, Vice President of Certified Collectibles Group. Andy talks about what has changed in his 25+ years in the industry, what CCG has planned for The National and why now was the right time to bring CSG & CGC together to create one of the biggest grading companies in the hobby. Check out CCG at The National in Rose...

#296 - The State of Group Breaking + New Release Reviews

July 06, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 69.6 MB

Group breaking has become a hot topic not just in the hobby but the sports world in general after an ESPN article highlighted the industry last week. So this week the guys take a step back to look at the good, bad and ugly of group breaking and it's future in the hobby. Plus reviews of the latest sports card releases including Select Basketball & Panini One Football.

#295 - Are We Taking Shohei For Granted? + Mojo Sessions with Joe Staley

June 29, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 67.6 MB

This week we're joined by Joe Staley on this week's episode of The Hype for w wide ranging conversation covering everything from what he would change about the hobby, how he got into sports cards and exclusive stories of the ups & downs of his 49ers career. Plus Dan, C-Rad & Cody go over a huge list of new releases and Cody asks if we are starting to take Shohei Ohtani for granted after another unbelieveable performance.

#294 - Are No. 1 Picks Worth Investing In? + Panini Swaps Redemptions for Sparkle Packs

June 22, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 58.4 MB

Lots of hobby news to cover on this week's edition of The Hype, including the upcoming NBA Draft! The guys look back at number 1 picks throughout the years and debate whether or not investing big money in top pick cards is a worthy investment. Plus, Panini announces a replacement for old redemptions, CSG becomes CGC and we look at how the top newsmakers in sports are doing in the hobby in our buy or sell segment.

#293 - Reliving the Triple Logoman Moment + How Will Panini Handle Select XRC's?

June 15, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 74.6 MB

Did you hear? We pulled a pretty big card last week, so you know we gotta relive the once in a lifetime pull on this week's episode of The Hype! The guys talk about the incredible Lebron/Curry/Luka triple logoman out of 21/22 Flawless Basketball and specualte where it ranks among modern cards. Plus, a deep dive into Select Football XRC's, a look at how the NBA & Stanley Cup Finals affects the hobby, a special Logoman edition of Guess That Price and a heated discussion about which beer we'd b...

#292 - Messi to Miami, The Hobby Has Elly Fever & Select Football Preview

June 08, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 56 MB

We travel to every corner of The Hobby on the latest episode of The Hype, starting with a look at brand new Topps Series 2 Baseball and an exciting call up in Cincinnati. Plus, the guys discuss how Messi's move to Miami could finally make MLS cards a must have for soccer collectors, a Select Football preview and an in depth discussion on how Livvy rizzed up Baby Gronk (we have no idea what that means either).

#291 - A Boring NBA Finals for The Hobby? + Checking in on Baseball's Biggest Hobby Stars

June 01, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MB

The NBA Finals tips off tonight, but will collectors care? The guys discuss which Nuggets & Heat stars they would invest in and which ones to sell before the start of game 1. Plus a look at a packed week of new releases, a check in on MLB's biggest stars & rookies as we're a thrid of the way through the baseball season and a special case hits edition of Guess That Price!

#290 - Fanatics Making Moves On & Off The Field - How PWCC & NFL Exclusive Deals Affect The Hobby

May 25, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 90.7 MB

Fanatics continues it's take over of the hobby this week with the surprising news that they acquired the PWCC Marketplace. The guys discuss what's next for the sports giant and how they disrupted the 2023 NFL Rookie Premiere with new exclusive player deals. Plus the Druw Jones Bowman superfracotr was pulled just days shy of the bounty cutoff, so the guys take a look at other cards that recently sold for the bounty prize of $250K and debate which card they'd rather own.

#289 - Breaking Down 21/22 Flawless Basketball + Who Are the Sleeper QB's from the '23 NFL Draft?

May 18, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 71.6 MB

Basketball cards dominate the discussion on this week's episode of The Hype as Victor Wembanyama is set to land in San Antonio and the long awaited 2021/22 Flawless Basketball is set to drop on Friday. The guys talk about what they expect from Wemby and take a close look at the Logoman checklist from Flawless. Then with the NFL Rookie Premiere set to take place this weekend in LA, the guys take a look at QB's drafted outside of the first 2 rounds to see if anyone could take the league & coll...

George Kittle Rips WWE Cards & Eats Bugs with Joe Staley & Doug Caskey | The Break Room #8

May 15, 2023 07:00 - 53 minutes - 97 MB

The people's tight end George Kittle joins us on the latest edition of The Break Room! George chats with his former 49ers teammate Joe Staley and Mojobreak's own Doug Caskey about his experience at Wrestlemania and adjusting to a new role as a veteran leader. Plus we open some awesome WWE boxes, a rare pack of Pokemon cards and chow down on some spicy jelly beans & bugs when George sits down on the Mojo Hot Seat!

#288 - Where Will Wemby Play? + Draft Kings Enter The Hobby

May 11, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 64.9 MB

With less than a week until the NBA Draft Lottery, the guys discuss the most hyped draft prospect in nearly a decade, Victor Wembanyama. The guys talk about which team would be the best destination for him on the court & in the hobby and if there's a chance we won't see his autos in any Panini products. Plus, Draft Kings enters the card breaking space and the guys talk about their least favorite trends in trading cards right now.

#287 - How Bad is Card Trimming in The Hobby? + Goldin Goes Hollywood

May 04, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MB

After former NFL pro and infamous card trimmer Evan Mathis went public in a strange video tutorial about card trimming, the guys debate what's acceptable & what's not when it comes to card altering. Plus, Ken Goldin's Netflix show is a mainstream hit, UFC collectors go crazy for Hasbulla cards and the guys play a 2023 Bowman Baseball edition of Guess That Price!

#286 - Which QB from the '23 Draft Will Rule The Hobby? + More Whatnot Weirdness

April 27, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 57 MB

It's NFL Draft time once again, so the guys get in the spirit and rip some new 2023 Bowman's Best University while previewing this year's stacked class of rookie QB's. Plus a 6 figure bounty is announced for the Druw Jones superfractor auto from 2023 Bowman and another breaker on Whatnot has the guys wondering how many more controversies can the platform withstand.

#285 - Panini vs Fanatics + Bowman History & NorCal Hoops Heats Up

April 20, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 64.9 MB

It's a battle of the hobby titans on this week's episode of The Hype! Panini fired back at Fanatics with a lawsuit that could rock the sports card world. The guys discuss what it means for collectors, breakers and everyone in the industry. And  we're in the thick of the biggest NBA playoff series in Northern California history, so the guys have to weigh in on the on the court drama between Draymond Green & Damontas Sabonis. All that plus a stroll down Bowman memory lane and why Panini's Priz...

#284 - Prizm & Playoff Basketball + How Much is a Follow From Mike Trout Worth?

April 13, 2023 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MB

It's hoops heaven this week on The Hype as the NBA's 2nd season gets underway and 22/23 Prizm Basketball arrives! Doug, C-Rad & Cody talk about the latest release and preview the NBA Playoffs. Plus, is there trouble brewing at Panini? And how much would you pay to have Mike Trout follow you on Instagram?

Mojo Sessions #28 - Mike & Jesse of Sports Cards Nonsense Live from The MINT Collective in Las Vegas

April 10, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MB

We wrap up a week of Mojo Sessions live from The MINT Collective with two of the best hobby podcasters in the game Mike Gioseffi & Jesse Gibson from Sports Cards Nonsense! Mike & Jesse talk to Doug, Dan & Joe about...well you'll just have to listen to find out. Locker room showers, karaoke memories and a heated conversation about the new ( and immediately abandoned) BGS grading scale, this episode has something for everybody.   Check out Mike & Jesse's awesome podcast Sports Card Nonsens...

Mojo Sessions #27 - Rich Layton Live from The MINT Collective in Las Vegas

April 05, 2023 07:00 - 31 minutes - 58 MB

One of the OG breakers in the hobby and longtime friend of Mojobreak Rich Layton joins Doug, Dan & Joe Staley from The MINT Collective in Las Vegas! The guys talk about how Layton Sports Cards became one of the biggest names in trading cards and Rich's personal Mt. Rushmore of breakers. And stay tuned until the end as Rich teases a groundbreaking event at Layton Sports Cards in an exclusive announcement!

Mojo Sessions #26 - Chad " Cblez " Bleznick Live from The MINT Collective in Las Vegas

April 03, 2023 07:00 - 50 minutes - 68.8 MB

We get down with one of the rising stars of the hobby Chad "Cblez" Bleznick on the latest edition of Mojo Sessions live from The MINT Collective in Las Vegas! The guys talk shop with Cblez, get into his growing social media empire and look back at how he's grown up with sports cards. Follow @cblez on social media and check out Blez Sports Cards!

#283 - Which MLB Stars Are We Buying This Season? + Whatnot Controversies & Contenders Football Preview

March 30, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 71.2 MB

Baseball is back and we're hitting the diamond to preview 2023 Bowman Baseball and break down which MLB stars we're buying & selling. Plus, Doug & Dan rip open brand new 2022 Contenders Football, look forward to a couple of high end hobby releases and the guys have an honest discussion about the recent controversies clouding the popular live e-commerce app Whatnot.

#282 - Is Ohtani Already A Hall of Famer? + Where Are Bronny James' Autos?

March 23, 2023 07:00 - 53 minutes - 49.5 MB

The guys are still recovering from an instant classic between Japan & the US in the World Baseball Classic where Shoehi Ohtani proved once again he is the face of baseball. The guys look take a look at his card market and discuss his way too early Hall of Fame chances. Plus, Ken Goldin's Netflix show has a premiere date, Bronny James's autos are nowhere to be found in Topps Chrome McDonalds All-American set and the guys play a 2022 Prizm Football edition of Guess That Price.

281 - Prizm Football & "Prizm" Disney Take The Hobby By Storm!

March 16, 2023 07:00 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MB

This week it's all about Prizm, or stuff that looks a whole lot like Prizm. First the guys share their first impressions of one of the most anticipated releases of the football collecting season, 2022 Prizm Football and look at the CRAZY prices Brock Purdy's rookie cards are already selling for. Then, the guys discuss the pros & cons of on card vs sticker autos and wrap things up with a box break of one of the best new products in the hobby, Kakawow Disney 100 trading cards!

#280 - Prizm Football Preview + How TikTok's Box Breaking Ban Could Affect The Hobby

March 09, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 60.8 MB

It's the calm before the storm this week, as the guys go over the checklist for one of the hobby's favorite products, Prizm Football. Plus the guys specualte where they think Lamar Jackson will play next season, debate if game used relic cards are superior to player worn and look at how TikTok's ban on box breaks could affect the hobby.

#279 - What Is Topps' Biggest Product Announcement in History? + Industry Conference Recap

March 02, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 64.3 MB

Doug & Dan are back from the desert for a full report from the 2023 Topps Industry Conference in Arizona. Hear what the guys think of all the latest news from Topps & Fanatics and why all signs are pointing to LeBron James possibly having a new trading card home after this week's news. Plus the guys talk Tom Brady baseball cards, Prizm Monopoly and a massive bounty from the hobby's biggest collector.

#278 - NBA All-Star Recap & McClung Mania + Guess That Price MLB Prospects Edition

February 23, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MB

Has the hobby gone crazy or is Mac McClung mania real? The guys talk about the sudden hobby success of the newly minted Slam Dunk champion and compare cards of some of the biggest NBA stars after the All-Star festivities in Utah. Plus, a long awaited return of a hockey hobby favorite and the guys get ready for pring training with a MLB prospect edition of Guess That Price.

#277 - Is Mahomes Already The GOAT? + Topps Series 1 Sleepers

February 16, 2023 08:00 - 56 minutes - 52 MB

Patrick Mahomes left no doubt that he is the best QB in the NFL this past Sunday with his 2nd Super Bowl victory. But can we already rank him among the best QB's of all time? Doug, Dan & Cody debate where Mahomes ranks and if his cards are worth the hefty invesement. Plus, Michael Rubin had some intersting things to say about the state of the hobby and Cody runs down the most underrated 2023 Topps Series 1 rookies.

#276 - LeBron Stands Alone + Topps Series 1 Rookies Announced

February 09, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 58.2 MB

After LeBron became the all-time leading scorer in NBA history, the guys look at his legacy in the hobby, where it goes from here and how much longer he can play at a high level. Plus, Topps reveals a stacked 2023 Series 1 Baseball rookie class, Joe Montana's massive collection of football memorabilia goes up for auction and the guys make their picks for Super Bowl Sunday.

#275 - Will Tom Brady's Cards Still Rise in Retirement? + NFL Championship Weekend Fallout

February 02, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MB

With news that the NFL GOAT Tom Brady has officially retired (for now), the guys discuss his legacy and specualte how much his cards will rise or fall in price. Plus, who we're buying & selling after NFL Championship weekend, how the Brock Purdy injury will affect his card market and a breaker goes too far with a so-so superfractor.

#274 - NBA Midseason Hobby Report + Is Joe Burrow the New King of Football Cards?

January 26, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 73.6 MB

As the guys get ready for NFL championship week, Doug, Dan & Cody look back at the headlines on and off the field from the Divisional Round and preview the latest releases in the hobby. Then C-Rad & Cody are joined by TyPez & YG to talk about Joe Burrow, the 22/23 NBA rookie class and the youngsters play their first round of Guess That Price against the reigning champ SixPointFive!

#273 - Did Leaf Go Too Far? + Ranking the NFL Playoff QB's in The Hobby

January 19, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MB

Dan, C-Rad & Cody talk about the controversies that had the hobby buzzing this week on the latest edition of The Hype! They discuss a Babe Ruth auto from Topps that turned out to be not so authentic and a controversial decision from Leaf that had some of the guys questioning the company's morals. Plus a preview of the newest releases and the guys debate which remaining playoff QB stands above the rest on the field and in the hobby.

#272 - NFL Playoff Hobby Preview + Fanatics Says Goodbye to NFT's

January 12, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 74.6 MB

The NFL Playoffs are upon us, and the guys break down which players they're buying, which ones they're selling and which hobby stars have the most to gain on the road to the Super Bowl. Plus, they discuss a loaded week of new releases including the 1st 22/23 NBA set of the season and what the future of NFT collecting looks like after Fanatics reportedly divested from Candy NFT's.

#271 - The Best (& Worst) of The Hobby in 2022 + Luka and Spida Mitchell Go Off

January 05, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 83.2 MB

To kick off the new year, we take one more look back at 2022 and announce the nominees for the best & worst the hobby had to offer in the year that was! What new product surprised us last year? Or did anything actually surprise us in 2022? And what story defined an up & down year in sports cards? We debate all of that plus take a look at Luka & Donovan Mitchell's card market after their incredible performances.

#270 - Best of The Hype 2022 + Mosaic Football Preview & Derek Carr Gets Benched

December 29, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 70.7 MB

We wrap up 2022 with a look back at some of our favorite moments from the podcast this year, including a clown move by Doug, Dan's huge hit & our favorite interview from The MINT in Vegas. Plus Dan, C-Rad & Cody preview 2022 Mosaic Football and C-Rad accepts that the Derek Carr era is over for the Raiders.

#269 - Where Does Messi Rank Among Hobby GOAT's? + Trevor Lawrence is the Real Deal

December 22, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MB

We're talking GOATs & GOATs in the making on this week's edition of The Hype! After an incredible World Cup, where does Messi rank among Hobby legends? And how will the 2026 World Cup in North America change the landscape of The Hobby? Plus, Judge's home run ball sells for $1.5 million and Trevor Lawrence finally separates himself from the rest of the 2021 NFL Draft class.

#268 - Talkin' eBay Vault with Bob Means + Basketball Cards & Brock Still Rocks

December 15, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 58 MB

This week Doug talks to eBay Director of Trading Cards Bob Means about their brand new way of selling & trading cards, the eBay Vault! Bob breaks down what advantages it gives to collectors and how you can start using it today. Plus, the guys talk about this season's slow moving basketball card market and this year's top NFL rookie in the hobby, Brock Purdy (Yeah, we can't believe it either).

#267 - What's Next for Fanatics in 2023? + When to Sell Bowman Chrome Prospects

December 08, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MB

After the guys lament/celebrate Aaron Judge's decision to spurn his hometown Giants and return to the Yankees, they talk about Fanatics latest investment round and what it means for the future of the company & the hobby. Plus, a look at some early secondary market action on 2022 Bowman Chrome prospects and the debate that absolutely no one saw coming before the 2022 NFL season, should you invest in Brock Purdy?

#266 - The Hype Unfiltered: The State of The Hobby

December 01, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 74.8 MB

On this edition of The Hype, it's time to get brutally honest about the state of The Hobby as 2022 comes to a close. Sports card mania slowed down a bit in 2022 and the guys talk about how everyone from influencers, manufacturers, breakers and more responded. Who will be left standing in 2023 and which companies & personalities will be left in the dust? Nothing is off limits in this episode as we dive deep into the good, the bad & the ugly of the sports card world.

#265 - Bowman Chrome Preview + Who's the Biggest Hobby Bust?

November 24, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 71.1 MB

The Hype is back to cure your food coma this Thanksgiving! The guys talk about the possibility of Aaron Judge joining the Giants for a Turkey Day feast, which prospects collectors should be coveting out of this year's Bowman Chrome set and a new buyback program Topps is rolling out to honor the latest MLB MVP's. Plus, after Zach Wilson got benched the Doug, Dan, C-Rad & Cody discuss their picks for the most disappointing players in #TheHobby since the sports card boom began a few years back.

#264 - QB Stock Watch + Guess That Price NFL Edition!

November 17, 2022 08:00 - 58 minutes - 54 MB

The biggest QB's in The Hobby we're making headlines for all the right & wrong reasons in week 10. Doug, Dan & Cody debate the current QB landscape including Josh Allen's rough stretch, why Patrick Mahomes might actually be underrated and the return of one of the most controversial QB's in the game. Plus, 2022 Allen & Ginter drops this week but as of our recording we still didn't know which non-baseball subjects are in the set! We talk about why the checklist dropped so late and which celebs...

#263 - The Kaboom Controversy + Prizm World Cup Soccer & Big Basketball Auctions

November 10, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 69.6 MB

The Hobby was rocked by yet another scandal this week when it was revealed that  collectors could pick out Kaboom case hit cards from 2021/22 Crown Royale Basketball boxes by identifying the serial number on the box. The guys talk about the reaction from collectors, how many other products are affected and how this happened in the first place. Plus, we take a look at a couple of huge basketball card auctions, talk about a huge week for Justin Fields collectors and open up a box of brand new ...

#262 - Is Bryce Harper Still Underrated? + Star Wars Chrome Black Giveaway!

November 03, 2022 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MB

Bryce Harper is having a postseason run for the history books, but are his cards still undervalued? Doug, Dan & Cody talk about Harper's place in  The Hobby and how a World Series win would change it. Plus the guys discuss which surprise QB they're investing in right now and we open up brand new Topps Star Wars Chrome Black! Make sure to comment on YouTube with your favorite Star Wars character for a chance to win the cards we pulled!

#261 - Live with DJ Skee on Loupe! + World Series Preview & Mac Gets Benched

October 27, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 80.4 MB

Legend of the music & sports card world DJ Skee is our guest this week on The Hype! Skee dropped by to help us celebrate Loupe's 2 year anniversary and give away some incredible prizes on the stream. Doug & Cody talked to him about music, sports, business and much more! Plus we discuss the ever changing hierarchy of QB's in the hobby after Bill Belichick's surprising decision to bench Mac Jones and we take a look at which players (and a manager) have the most to gain in this year's fall clas...