Mike and Jesse start the show by discussing the results of some cards they sent off to have graded (7:00). Then, they’re joined by Ringer podcast host and MMA expert Ariel Helwani to learn about his card collecting (12:00) and talk about the biggest risers in the UFC (24:00). Finally, they give an NBA playoff update (50:00) and answer some mailbag questions ... Show More
Nov 24
Arguing with a Controversial Hobby Figure, More Scandal Talk
Mike Gioseffi is joined by the controversial yet insightful guest, Nick Andrews, also known as the Boston Card Hunter for today's episode of Sports Cards Nonsense. The conversation explores the current state of the market, the impact of auction houses, and the evolving landscape ... Show More
53m 52s
Nov 18
Are We in Another Hobby Bubble? Topps Town Hall Update
In today's episode, Mike and Jesse discuss the end of the wax drought and the continued explosion of the grails market, highlighting significant sales and the potential for future investments.
The episode also features talk on the MLB MVP buyback program, analyzing the impact of ... Show More
1h 11m
Oct 2023
The Ja and Harden Situations, UFC 294, WWE vs. AEW, Guilty Pleasure TV Shows, and Million-Dollar Picks With Howard Beck, Ariel Helwani, and Amanda Dobbins
The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Howard Beck to discuss some NBA news stories, including the ESPN article about Ja Morant and James Harden's campaign to leave the 76ers (3:27), before talking about some stealth NBA story lines—like the sense of urgency creeping up on the Ca ... Show More
2h 32m
Mar 2024
Denver’s in Charge, Ant's Unbelievable, Kimmel’s Back, and UFC 299 Storylines With Rob Mahoney, Jimmy Kimmel and Ariel Helwani
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss the Nuggets win over the Celtics, the epic Anthony Edwards game and where some of the second tier contenders rank in the west (01:25). Then, Bill catches up with Jimmy Kimmel to talk Oscars, what it’s like hosting, and ... Show More
2h 13m
Sep 2023
KC’s Receiver Dilemma, UFC 293, ESPN In Trouble, and Million Dollar Picks With Ariel Helwani and Ben Thompson
The Ringer's Bill Simmons shares some postgame thoughts about the Lions' season-opening win over the Chiefs (3:02) before making his Million-Dollar Picks for Week 1 (14:32). Then, Bill is joined by Ariel Helwani to discuss Team Canada's FIBA run, UFC 293 story lines, and a disagr ... Show More
1h 40m
Apr 2022
The DOA Lakers, Embiid’s Surge, Masters Bets, and UFC 273 Story Lines With Joe House, Nathan Hubbard, and Ariel Helwani
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to discuss the death of the Lakers’ playoff hopes and their lack of a clear path forward, Joel Embiid’s late-season push for the MVP, best Eastern Conference playoff matchups, and more (2:08). Then Bill and House talk with Nathan H ... Show More
1h 59m
Mar 2023
The Surging Knicks, Zombie Heat, and a Bizarre College Hoops Season With Ariel Helwani, Mike Schur, Kevin O’Connor, and Tate Frazier
The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ariel Helwani to discuss the fifth-place Knicks, their recent win streak, their playoff hopes, and more (4:18). Then, Bill is joined by writer, producer, and loyal Boston sports fan Mike Schur to talk about "sports hating" the Miami Heat, th ... Show More
1h 34m
Mar 2021
Dana White, UFC President | Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson
Mike Tyson and this week's co-host Zab Judah headed to Las Vegas, Nevada to sit down with UFC President, Dana White. In this episode, the trio spoke about UFC 260, the potential return of Khabib Nurmagomedov, Conor McGregor Vs. Dustin Poirier 3, and Dana places a one million doll ... Show More
26m 28s