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Hobby Nonsense
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Hobby Nonsense is your weekly dive into the weird, wonderful world of non-sport trading cards and pop culture collectibles. Hosted by Jesse Gibson and Ray Solorio, the podcast covers everything from Pokémon, Marvel, and Star Wars to Garbage Pail Kids, sketch cards, and vintage oddities from the junk wax era. Each episode features news, market trends, release breakdowns, and interviews with collectors, creators, and industry insiders. Whether you're chasing Charizards, ripping retro wax, or exploring obscure inserts, Hobby Nonsense delivers insight, nostalgia, and a lot of hobby fun.
Episodes
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Mickey Mouse 1/1 SOLD… Why Is the Price a SECRET?! Plus, Is Gary Vee’s VeeFriends in TROUBLE?!
A Mickey Mouse 1/1 has reportedly sold for MILLIONS… but why is the actual price being kept secret?! 👀 Funcle (Matt Hathorn) joins Jesse Gibson in studio to discuss the mysterious Disney sale, a changing non-sport market, and some troubling developments for VeeFriends collectors. This week on...
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Tony Hawk Autos, Blood Meowth & Street Fighter Cards?! Plus Kakawow’s Market Opportunities
More than $940 MILLION was spent on cards and sealed wax in September — while Pokémon recorded its biggest month ever for five-figure sales. 📈 Jesse and Ray break down the numbers and ask what collectors should be watching next. This week’s hobby rundown includes: ⚡ A record 3,034 five-figure...
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We Called the Disney Boom Early… It’s Up 512%! Could Nintendo Cards Be NEXT?
Disney cards are up 512% over the last six months… so what could be NEXT? 👀 Matt Hathorn, aka Funcle, joins Jesse and Ray in studio to break down the Disney boom and another overlooked corner of non-sports that may deserve collectors' attention. The guys compare six-month card index growth —...
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What Cards Are We All Overlooking? 10x Simpsons Jump, Star Wars Unlimited & Hidden Gems
A $2,500 Simpsons card is suddenly selling for $25,000?! 🤯 Jesse and Ray break down the explosion of the 1990 Topps Simpsons market, why Bartman has jumped roughly 10X in such a short period, and the warning collectors need to hear about what could happen next. 🎙️ Cary Williams of American...
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Are We Manipulating Card Prices?! Disney 100 Doubles, $100K Harry Potter & Collectibles from Space
Are non-sport card prices exploding because collectors are finally recognizing their value — or are collectors themselves helping create the hype? 📈 Jesse and Ray discuss Pokémon 30th Anniversary prices, accusations of market manipulation, and 2023 Disney 100 boxes doubling from roughly $10K to...
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Not All Marvel Cards Are Equal! What to Collect, $150K Spider-Man & a Sketchy $33K Disney Sale
Which Marvel cards are actually worth collecting? 🕷️ This week, Jesse and Ray are joined by Justin Underwood of Hobby Hits (Spidey Hits) to break down the Marvel card hobby for new and longtime collectors. Justin dives into the history of Marvel cards, why certain sets stand above the rest,...
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Was the John Cena 1/1 Patch CT Scanned?! Simpsons EXPLODE + Betting on Pokémon Prices?
Is the non-sport card hobby experiencing a renaissance? 📈 Jesse and Ray look at the incredible growth happening across the market, including record sales for Fortnite and Simpsons cards — and why some of these rising prices may make more sense than they initially appear. 🎙️ Adam Gellman of the...
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BREAKING: Upper Deck Lands Transformers, Power Rangers & G.I. Joe + $20K Disney Break & Rare Pokémon
BREAKING NEWS on Hobby Nonsense! 🚨 Upper Deck President Jason Masherah joins Jesse and Ray to reveal a new agreement with Hasbro bringing Transformers, Power Rangers, G.I. Joe and more to Upper Deck trading cards! Before the interview, Jesse and Ray discuss the explosive growth of the non-sport...
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D23 Was HUGE for Collectors! Lorcana Serialized Cards, $75K Sales & Why Pokémon ACTUALLY Cooled Off!
Fresh off Disney D23, there is a TON of news for Disney, Marvel, Star Wars and Lorcana collectors — including a major change that could reshape the Lorcana market. 🏰✨ We start this week's Hobby Nonsense breaking down the biggest announcements from D23, including newly announced movies, TV shows,...
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$20 MILLION Mickey Mouse Card?! Disney Prices Explode, Vintage Cards Surge & Marvel Could Be Next
This week on Hobby Nonsense, we open with some absolutely wild breaking news from the Disney card market 🐭💰: the 2023 Topps Disney 100 Mickey Mouse Superfractor has been listed for $20 MILLION, while the Platinum Mickey Mouse Superfractor insert from the same set has appeared on eBay with a…
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The National Was INSANE! $121K Disney Sales, $2M Pokémon & a $25K Spider-Man Rookie
Jesse is back from The National 🏟️, and this week on Hobby Nonsense we’re breaking down everything that happened at what may have been the best National yet — especially if you’re a non-sport collector looking for deals. Jesse shares how he approached buying at the show, where he found value,...
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Why Logan Paul Changed My Mind… $78K Disney Case Sale, Pokémon Dip Picks & National Preview
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray kick things off with one of the biggest non-sport market stories of the year 📈. A sealed 2023 Topps Disney 100 case just sold for an incredible $78,000, while Disney and Marvel cards continue to set new records. Is the market entering another major…
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I Chased Ryan Reynolds for Deadpool Cards! Lorcana Madness, Shrek Cards & Pokémon Pitch Black
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse is back from Fanatics Fest 🎉 with plenty of stories from one of the biggest weekends in the hobby. He shares what it was like selling Disney Chrome cards to Karl-Anthony Towns' fiancée, Jordyn Woods, fighting through the crowds to ask Ryan Reynolds about…
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Disney Market Update with Funcle, Star Wars Galaxy Preview, Pokémon 30th Picks & AI Bubble Fears
his week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse is finally feeling better, Ray is back from vacation, and there’s a lot to catch up on before diving into one of the biggest market discussions we've had in months. First up, Matt Hathorn of Funcle Cards joins the show for a major Disney market update 🏰. Since…
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Jesse Battles Mystery Illness, Is Palworld Better Than Pokemon? Lorcana's Next Set May Change Everything! WWE Investments
Sports Boi is under the weather, so Solar Ray is flying solo from the Florida beach for a special Seaside Chat edition of Hobby Nonsense! This week's episode is packed with hobby news, market talk, collecting strategies, and a few hot takes as we break down everything happening across trading…
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Are TCGs More Collectible than Sports? Marvel Chrome & Card Restoration Drama
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray kick things off with a deep dive into Topps Chrome Marvel Comics 🕷️. They break down the most collectible inserts, highlight a few sleeper cards that many collectors may overlook, and discuss the surprisingly strong autograph checklist featuring names...
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How One Card Show Is Changing Lives, Pokémon's Rise & Disney Chrome Review
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray kick things off with a review of Disney Chrome ✨. While the product was a fun rip overall, Jesse found some of the hit rates surprisingly underwhelming compared to the published odds, leading to a bigger question: are collectors better off buying…
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Is Disney Lorcana the Next Pokémon? Everything You Need to Know
Disney takes center stage this week on Hobby Nonsense. Jesse and Ray kick things off by discussing the controversy surrounding Disney Chrome breaks happening days before release, with some breakers charging double and even triple what others are asking while allegedly listing characters that…
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Pokémon Singer Drama, LEGO Theft Allegations & the First MrBeast Auto
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray bring the drama. The episode starts with the release of Topps Chrome VeeFriends and the announcement of the first-ever MrBeast autograph card. There's only one, demand is already through the roof, and one card in the set already has a $100,000 bounty...
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Did Topps Hide Taylor Swift Autos? Plus 80 Billion Pokémon Cards Printed
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray tackle one of their biggest episodes yet. They kick things off with reactions to two major releases: 2025 Star Wars Masterwork, where sketch cards are proving to be a massive draw thanks to book sketches, panoramics, and triptychs WWE Cosmic Chrome…
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The Pokémon Show That Changed How We View Non-Sport Cards
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray are joined in studio by Matt “Funcle” Hathorn after a huge weekend at Nashville Poké Fest and one of their biggest nights ever on eBay Live. Before diving into the show recap, the guys cover several major upcoming releases, including: 2025 Star Wars...
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Are Collectors Starting to Turn Against Grading? $236K Pokémon Sale & WWE $100K Bounties
On this week’s episode of Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray discuss the growing frustration around PSA grading delays, the increasing relevance of grading in the TCG and non-sport space, and why some collectors are now openly pushing for a complete stop to grading altogether. From there, the guys…
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$680K Luke Skywalker Rookie?! Plus VeeFriends Brings MrBeast Autos & Pokémon’s Rarest Sets
Jesse and Ray kick things off by discussing the recent explosion in high-end 1977 Star Wars card sales, including several record-breaking prices that are bringing renewed attention to vintage non-sport cards. Then they’re joined by Tyler Schmitt and Adam Rips from VeeFriends to break down the...
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This Feels Like Junk Wax… But Something’s Different | Star Wars Masterwork & Pokémon Plays
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray start by reacting to the news of a potential GameStop buyout offer involving eBay, and why the move raises more questions than answers — including what Ryan Cohen’s real intentions might be and how it could impact the hobby. From there, they break down…
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Employee-Only PMGs, Forgotten Sets & Inside Upper Deck w/ the President
What actually goes into making a trading card set? This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray are joined by Upper Deck President Jason Masherah for a deep dive into the world of entertainment cards — from the collector perspective and the business side. The conversation covers: How Upper Deck is...
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Inside a Warehouse of MILLIONS of Collectibles… Hidden Gems Everywhere
On this episode of Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray start with reactions to the latest releases of Disney Neon and Fantastic Four Finest — including a wild break that produced three 1-of-1 pulls… but still left them feeling like something was missing. Then the show shifts. They’re joined by Mike...
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What Topps REALLY Revealed at the Industry Conference + Topps ONLY Marvel Cards?
There’s always something said at conferences… and then there’s what actually matters. On this episode of Hobby Nonsense, Jesse shares his raw reactions coming out of the Topps Industry Conference, including what stood out, what surprised him, and what it revealed about the future of the...
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Who’s to Blame for Break Prices? Sticker Autos vs Reality & Nintendo Buys??
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray start with one of the most honest conversations in the hobby: why collectors still chase sticker autos and box hits—even when better, guaranteed options exist. That leads into a broader discussion about collector psychology, risk vs certainty, and why…
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Why Disney Cards Don’t Care About Comps (w/ Funcle Cards) Plus, McDonald’s KPop Cards, and Deadpool Chrome
Disney is winning the hobby right now — and this episode explains why. Jesse and Ray are joined in-studio by Matt Hathorn of Funcle Cards for a deep dive into how Disney 100 (2023) and Disney Chrome (2024) have separated themselves as the most dominant non-sport products in the modern era. They...
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Are Pop Century Boxes Losing Value? Star Wars Surprise Hit, Jurassic Park Autos & Pokémon Buying Strategy
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray kick things off by recapping Jesse’s first singles show experience and what it revealed about the current state of the non-sport market. From there, they dive into Star Wars: Smugglers Outpost, breaking down why it may be one of the best…
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Batman Animated Series Cards Already Sold Out?! Whatnot’s Lawsuit Response & $31K Kobe Auto Shock
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray start the show by discussing the Whatnot lawsuit currently making waves across the hobby, including Whatnot’s response to the allegations and what it could mean for collectors and sellers going forward. They then follow up on last week’s Topps Disney…
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Is the Pokémon Market Being Manipulated? Company Targets 25% of Felt Hat Pikachu, Disney Neon & Batman the Animated Series
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray dive into one of the busiest weeks in the non-sport hobby. They kick things off by recapping their 12-hour break of WWE Universe, sharing their thoughts on the product and some of the highlights from the marathon rip. They also preview the upcoming Topps...
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WWE Is About to Explode! $100K TCG Purse, Topps Chrome Deadpool & Record Non-Sport Sales
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse is back from Europe 🇮🇪🇬🇧 — and there’s a lot to unpack. They kick things off with insights from the Dublin and London card shows, breaking down what the European hobby scene is doing well, where it still needs improvement, and what Jesse bought overseas —…
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Are Disney & Star Wars About to Have Huge Card Releases? Plus, What the Hobby Looks Like in England Right Now
Ray is out this week as Jesse travels across England visiting card shops and shows to see firsthand how the hobby is growing overseas. Stopping in at 3rd Down Trading Cards, Jesse sits down with owner Ben Reynard and podcast host Jordan to talk about the realities of running one of the few local...
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Collector Q&A: Sketch Saturation, Auto Values & Our Top Picks Right Now
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray turn the entire episode over to YOU with a full MAILBAG special, answering listener questions, hot takes, and hobby debates. Topics include: 🎨 Are sketch cards everywhere now… and is that hurting demand? 📈 Why does Leaf’s Pop Century sometimes outsell...
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Gary Vee Breaks Down Fictional Rookie Cards, Seinfeld Autos & Rising TCGs
On this week's episode of Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray start with the newly announced Jerry Seinfeld autograph cards, breaking down why collectors are excited… and why some aren’t convinced. From there, they spotlight a sleeper TCG release that flew under the radar at the end of 2025: League of...
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$2M One Piece Heist?! WWE Relics Go Crazy, Marvel’s Most Premium Set & Pokémon Rumors
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray come out firing with one of the wildest episodes yet. They kick things off in the WWE universe, breaking down upcoming releases including Topps WWE Royalty, featuring a Jelly Roll debut patch and some of the most insane relics we’ve ever seen—yes,...
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Banned from Grading?? Card Restoration Exposed, Panini Marvel Cards & $500K Trump Card
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray dig out from an ice storm that rocked Middle Tennessee, but still deliver a packed episode for non-sport collectors. They kick things off with Logan Paul’s latest Pokémon break, where packs sold for an astonishing $1.4 million—far exceeding his previous...
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Card Shop Robberies, $30K Disney Bounty, Marvel Studios Sapphire Chaos & One Piece OP-14 Explained
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray tackle one of the most serious and wide-ranging episodes yet. They open with a discussion on the robbery of the Pokémon store PokéCourt, along with several other recent break-ins, raising real concerns about security, vigilance, and safety for both shop...
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$10K TCG Sketch Cards?! LEGO Pokémon Debut, New Logan Paul Auction Drama & Star Trek’s Best Set Yet
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray dive into one of the most unpredictable and conversation-starting episodes yet. They kick things off with the release of LEGO Pokémon, debating where the real value in the set lies. Jesse is all in, while Ray remains far more skeptical about its…
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First Disney Dual Autos?! Pixar Gold, Marvel’s Surprise Drop & Pokémon’s Biggest Year Ever?
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray dive into a wave of new releases—some expected, some complete surprises—that have collectors buzzing. They kick things off with Pixar Gold, releasing this week — including the huge announcement of the first-ever Toy Story dual autograph featuring Tom…
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Logan Paul’s Pikachu Problem, Poppy Awards Winners & The Future of Hobby Nonsense
In the final episode of the year, Jesse and Ray wrap up 2025 in true Hobby Nonsense fashion. The show kicks off with the big reveal of the inaugural Poppy Awards winners, celebrating the best pop culture, entertainment, and non-sport cards of the year—voted on by the community. From there, the...
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Cards for Cars?! Poppy Awards Debut, Topps Universe WWE Review & Pokémon’s Big Expansion
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray kick off a packed episode by officially launching the Poppy Awards, celebrating the best in non-sport cards, products, and ideas of 2025. Voting is now open, and the winners will be revealed on the December 31st episode. Next, they tackle the growing...
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Beckett Bought Out?! Labubu Gamble, WWE BAPE Shock & the Pokémon Collab Truth + One Piece for New Collectors
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray kick things off with breaking hobby news as PSAs’ parent company acquires Beckett Grading Services. After receiving a few details from PSA President Ryan Hoge, they share insight into why they’re making this move and what it could mean for grading going...
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The Hobby’s Breaking Point? $10K Leaf Boxes, WWII Nazi Cards & Pokémon Buyers Getting Burned
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray open the show by addressing concerns surrounding PSA’s buyback system and whether the issues collectors are seeing are simply flaws — or signs of something more intentional. Then they’re joined by Tory Hermens of DCSports87 for a deep discussion on what...
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Topps x Pokémon Coming?! MASSIVE Release Wave, Star Wars & Marvel MCU Autos + StockX Warning
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray dive into one of the biggest release cycles the hobby has seen in months. The episode starts with Jesse breaking down his viral post about clues suggesting a possible Topps x Pokémon 30th Anniversary collaboration set next year — a theory that took off...
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Million-Dollar LEGO Collection: Rare Minifigures, Convention Secrets & Hidden Market Truths
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray dive into the world of LEGO collecting — and trust us, it’s way deeper (and more valuable) than most collectors realize. They’re joined by Samuel, the creator behind Rarest Lego Minifigure on Instagram, who has built a million-dollar LEGO collection…
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Pixar Gold First Look, Coin Collecting Truths w/ Jeff Starck & Phantasmal Flames Pull Rates
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray (after discovering Ray might have trypophobia) dive into a packed show covering Pixar, coins, and Pokémon. First, Jesse and Ray break down Pixar Gold, the newest Topps release celebrating iconic moments from the Pixar universe. With actor autos and…
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Funko Pop Going Out of Business?! The Booming Non-Sport Market w/ Jeremy Allen & The Dark Side of the Hobby
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse (fighting through a stomach bug) and Ray tackle an off-the-wall episode — packed with industry news, market analysis, and a conversation that collectors won’t forget. They start with the shocking report that Funko Pop predicts it will be out of business by the…
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Social Media Backlash on Big Pulls, GameStop Policy Reversal, Black Friday Pokémon Deals & 20-Year Sketch Pro Kevin Graham
This week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray kick things off by addressing the recent big-pull streak in breaks and the social media chatter accusing Jesse of getting “loaded cases.” They dig into why some people hate seeing big hits and why others think rare cards “should be worthless.” From…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hobby Nonsense is your weekly dive into the weird, wonderful world of non-sport trading cards and pop culture collectibles. Hosted by Jesse Gibson and Ray Solorio, the podcast covers everything from Pokémon, Marvel, and Star Wars to Garbage Pail Kids, sketch cards, and vintage oddities from the junk wax era. Each episode features news, market trends, release breakdowns, and interviews with collectors, creators, and industry insiders. Whether you're chasing Charizards, ripping retro wax, or exploring obscure inserts, Hobby Nonsense delivers insight, nostalgia, and a lot of hobby fun.
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