EPISODE · May 28, 2025 · 1H 11M
Simpsons Set Incoming? Elsa Breaks Records & Sketch Card Secrets with Eric Medina
from Hobby Nonsense · host Hobby Nonsense
In this episode, Jesse kicks things off by revealing a new personal collection (PC) character he picked up over the weekend, and reflects on the rising popularity of non-sport cards, including a surprising new social media follower who made his day. Next, Jesse covers some policy changes at GameStop aimed at getting more product into collectors' hands and weighs in on a possible Simpsons trading card set, fueled by sketch card artist teasers and hobby speculation. Also in the mix: -News of the highest-selling Elsa card to date -Excitement surrounding the newly announced 2025 Topps Chrome Marvel release and what Jesse is most looking forward to in the set Then, artist Eric Medina joins the show for a fascinating look behind the curtain of the sketch card world. Known for his work on Star Wars, Garbage Pail Kids, Scooby-Doo, and more, Eric shares: -How companies like Topps, Upper Deck, and Dynamite Comics guide (or don’t guide) the creative process -The time, technique, and effort that go into creating sketch cards -What new artists should know about entering the hobby -And how much artists typically get paid for their work It’s a fun, informative episode packed with hobby insight—from collectors to creators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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In this episode, Jesse kicks things off by revealing a new personal collection (PC) character he picked up over the weekend, and reflects on the rising popularity of non-sport cards, including a surprising new social media follower who made his day. Next, Jesse covers some policy changes at GameStop aimed at getting more product into collectors' hands and weighs in on a possible Simpsons trading card set, fueled by sketch card artist teasers and hobby speculation. Also in the mix: -News of the highest-selling Elsa card to date -Excitement surrounding the newly announced 2025 Topps Chrome Marvel release and what Jesse is most looking forward to in the set Then, artist Eric Medina joins the show for a fascinating look behind the curtain of the sketch card world. Known for his work on Star Wars, Garbage Pail Kids, Scooby-Doo, and more, Eric shares: -How companies like Topps, Upper Deck, and Dynamite Comics guide (or don’t guide) the creative process -The time, technique, and effort that go into creating sketch cards -What new artists should know about entering the hobby -And how much artists typically get paid for their work It’s a fun, informative episode packed with hobby insight—from collectors to creators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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