In this new release packed episode of Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray go all in on the latest hobby news—starting with a recap of some of the wild news coming from San Diego Comic-Con, which now feels like a must-attend event for non-sport collectors.
They break down the exclusive “Fork” redemption card used by “Hangman” Adam Page during AEW All In, which Upper Deck is turning into a real card in an upcoming product. Then they preview the National Sports Card Convention from a non-sport perspective, including how to get the exclusive Star Wars Topps packs being handed out at the show.
Next, they cover:
The upcoming release of Topps Chrome Star Wars, expected to be more affordable than last year while still including major signers like Jude Law and Carrie-Anne Moss
The latest Pokémon release, including new collectible artwork for every Pokémon in the set, and a card that might soon be banned due to controversial artwork
A bold comparison between the Pokémon 151 set and XY Evolutions, and why the “overprinted” argument might not hold up
They also jump into the Marvel universe to talk:
The debut of Marvel Mint at SDCC and initial reactions
Upcoming release announced for 2025 Marvel Topps Chrome Sapphire
Plus, reactions to this week’s Garbage Pail Kids 40th Anniversary set, complete with throwback artwork and original artist autographs. And as they wrap, they realize they forgot to mention a huge one—the upcoming MTG Spider-Man Expansion Set, which is already seeing a spike in prices thanks to its original comic-based art.