Pure Collecting Joy, Pokémon Meets Lego & The Wild World of Vintage Non-Sport!

This episode kicks off with a refreshing look at collecting in its purest form—through the eyes of Atticus Gibson, an 11-year-old Pokémon enthusiast(and Jesse's nephew) who collects not for value, but for the love of the characters and artwork. We dive into what it’s like to be a kid in the Pokémon hobby today, his thoughts on new releases, and whether he’s excited about the first-ever Pokémon + Lego collaboration. From there, the conversation shifts to where sports and non-sports cards collide, highlighting past sets that have blended the two worlds and how concepts like Baseball x Pokémon could be a major hit in today’s collecting scene. Finally, vintage non-sport collector Jay Guiliano joins the show for a deep dive into the weird, rare, and absurd world of non-sport cards. We discuss: -Why rookie card designations don’t carry the same weight in non-sports (Looking at you, Mickey Mouse!) -Why rarity doesn’t always mean high value in this space -Some of Jay’s most unique and intriguing pieces From pure nostalgia to high-end vintage rarities, this episode is packed with unique insights from collectors of all ages!