The Hobby Never Sleeps
The Hobby Never Sleeps is where sports talk collides with the sports card market. Hosted by Connor and Dante, the show dives into the biggest stories in football and beyond, with a hobby twist. From hot takes on Sunday shockers to deep dives on the latest card releases, we bring you the laughs, debates, and insights that keep both fans and collectors hooked. Whether you’re chasing grails, flipping slabs, or just looking for a fun take on the game, this is your spot. Sports never stop. Neither does the hobby.
This is The Hobby Never Sleeps —let’s dive in!
Episodes
35 episodes
NFL Playoff Previews and Who's Winning the Super Bowl
In this episode of the podcast, we cover one of the wildest stretches of the NFL season and how it’s impacting both the playoff picture and the sports card market. We break down the Patriots vs Ravens game, debate Coach of the Year candidates, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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53:47
PSA Now Owns 80% of the Card Grading Market
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, the crew covers everything from the sports, cards, the hobby and the biggest storylines across the NFL, NBA, and college football — with plenty of debates, hot takes, and classic side tangents al...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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1:04:43
The Reason Collectors Should Care About the Red Wings
Join us as we head inside the Rochester Red Wings locker room for an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience! We sat down with two members of the Red Wings front office to talk baseball, the clubhouse culture, and stories you won’t hear anywhere...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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55:58
Blue Jays' Ernie Clement on the World Series Run & WHY He Bought a Glove Off Ebay
Blue Jays star Ernie Clement joins the podcast to talk about the 2025 World Series run, his crazy journey, and the shocking story behind the all-black Mizuno glove he bought off eBay! We get the inside scoop on teammates Vladdy Jr. & Bo Bic...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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26:12
Top 5 things NOT to do when buying and selling sports cards
This episode is the definitive guide to not getting ripped off, whether you're selling a Shohei Ohtani card or dealing with a backyard flipper. We're cutting through the bull on negotiation etiquette: We settle the argument on WHO SEN...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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1:04:50
WeTheHobby’s Story + What’s Next for Topps, Live Selling, and the Hobby
Welcome back to The Hobby Never Sleeps! Today, we're joined by a special guest, Zach Stanley, CEO of We the Hobby.We dive into the massive NFL action from the past week, starting with a discussion about Dante's Vikings getting crushed a...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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42:38
Syracuse's Eric Devendorf Is Glad His Shot Didn’t Count?!
Syracuse basketball legend Eric Devendorf joins the show for a deep-dive interview on his iconic career, the state of college basketball, and what he's up to now. As two massive Syracuse fans, we had to ask "Devo" about the most memorable momen...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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46:41
Cooper Flagg’s Debut Patch Might BREAK Records Over Skenes
Welcome back to The Hobby Never Sleeps! In this episode, we’re jumping into another huge week across the sports world and the hobby. We talk NFL storylines, surprising team performances, superstar injuries, and how the playoff picture is alread...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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50:35
Shaq’s Wildest Phoenix Suns Stories + the Kawhi Situation EXPLAINED
This week, we’re joined by ESPN insider Amin Elhassan, who brings his signature humor and insider knowledge to talk all things NBA — from wild behind-the-scenes Shaquille O’Neal stories to what he expects this season.Amin shares never-b...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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43:58
Kevin O'Leary Now Owns the Top 2 Most Expensive NBA Cards in HISTORY
Welcome back to another episode of The Hobby Never Sleeps! This week, from our brand new studio, we're diving deep into the biggest news shaking up the world of sports and collectibles.We kick things off with a breakdown of the most anticip...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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1:03:52
He Almost Made The WORST DEAL In Hobby History...
The hobby’s heating up fast 🔥Dante and Connor are back for another chaotic, hilarious episode of The Hobby Never Sleeps — breaking down the insane rise of Trey Yesavage’s card market, a wild Steph & Klay dual card story, and the lat...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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59:21
The Most Expensive NBA Box Ever?! $40,000 for 10 Cards
In this episode of The Hobby Never Sleeps, we dive into the craziest sports card product ever released — the $40,000 Panini Eminence NBA box. Is it hype or history? Then we shift gears into football: breaking down early NFL stor...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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45:12
Panini EMPTIES THE VAULT with NBA Flawless!
NBA Flawless is back, and the logoman chase is dominating the basketball market. In this week’s episode of The Hobby Never Sleeps, Dante and Connor break down Panini’s big release, the early hobby reactions, and what these grail-level cards mea...
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46:38
Week 2 of the NFL just SHOOK UP the 2024 Flawless release! PLUS Bowman Chrome Release Breakdown
NFL Week 2 brought chaos across the league — and the hobby is already feeling the effects. In this week’s episode of The Hobby Never Sleeps, Dante and Connor dive deep into the biggest games, quarterback storylines, and hobby market re...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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1:40:44
NFL Week 1 Just EXPOSED A LOT (and the Hobby Felt It)
Episode 23 of Buying the Hobby is packed! Dante and Connor break down a wild NFL Week 1 — from the Vikings and Chargers’ huge wins to Syracuse and UConn in college football. We dig into quarterback storylines, surprise performances, an...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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1:04:26
NFL 2025 Is About to Get Weird | NEW Rules & Wild Sponsorships
The NFL is getting weird in 2025. Between brand new rule changes and the Philadelphia Eagles’ partnership with Dude Wipes, this season is already full of surprises. In this episode of Buying the Hobby, we break down how the changes wil...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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48:10
This Kobe & Jordan Card is BREAKING RECORDS
Fall is here, and so is prime season for collectors. In this episode, we cover everything from Donruss Optic Downtowns, lasers vs. base, Wemby hype, and Mahomes signing Immaculate to PSA grading drama and whether early 2000’s products are the p...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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1:15:24
Turn Fantasy Football Into PROFIT
Tune in to Episode 19 for a deep dive into preseason football! We're kicking things off with a discussion on the Chargers and a look at Micah Parsons, who was a Dallas fan before he came to the league. We'll also debate some hot-button quarterb...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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1:29:20
This Kid Is Changing the Hobby — And So Are These Other Legends
We went live from the 2025 National Sports Card Show to bring you conversations with some of the most unique and inspiring people in the hobby. Will Wade from Canvas Marketing opened up about how sports cards helped turn his life around—and sha...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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1:35:51
HE SIGNED A CHEESEBURGER?! | Wild Baseball Stories From MJ Melendez & Carter Jensen!
Get ready for some hilarious and unbelievable baseball stories! In this episode, we dive into everything from HR celebrations gone wrong to playing in your favorite stadiums. We'll hear about MJ's unforgettable 27-inning moment, Carter's pro-ba...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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43:45
The Card Market After the HR Derby: Last 5 Champs REVEALED!
Fasten your seatbelts! This episode is a rapid-fire rundown of the hottest takes and biggest stories in sports. From NFL predictions and rising WNBA stars to NBA free agency frenzy and the truth about all-star game economics, we're covering it ...
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1:17:31
Is this the FUTURE of Panini sports cards?
Get ready for a packed Buying the Hobby Episode 15! We kick things off in the baseball world, breaking down the HR Derby, the ongoing Rookie of the Year conversation, and the buzz around players like Acuña – all with an eye on their hobby impac...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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1:00:19
The NBA Is About to Look VERY Different… And It Starts With Cooper Flagg
In the thirteenth episode of Buying The Hobby, Connor and Dante dive into the world of card breaking and discussing the latest trending news—including all things about Fanatics Fest, Tyrese Haliburton, NBA Trades, Kevin Durant, Joe Burrow, and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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55:45
Buying The Hobby Talks Bruce the Bat Dog, NBA Finals, and Topps Card Licensing
In the twelfth episode of Buying The Hobby, Tyler and Dante dive into the world of card breaking and discussing the latest trending news—including all things about Bruce the Bat Dog, the NBA Finals, Topps Card Licensing, and more!
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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58:07
Buying The Hobby talks Aaron Rodgers, Victor Wembanyama, Indiana Pacers, and Pittsburgh Pirates
In the eleventh episode of Buying The Hobby, Connor and Dante dive into the world of card breaking and discussing the latest trending news—including all things about Aaron Rodgers, Victor Wembanyama, the Indiana Pacers, Saquon Barkley, the Pitt...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:06:55