Wicked Good Pulls

Joey Holes, Retroripping, Coachhoops
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Join us as we rip into the sports card hobby from the heart of Massachusetts. We’re hunting monster hits, debating market trends, and getting nostalgic about the Junk Wax era that started it all. Whether you're chasing Jordans, submitting for grading, or just love the smell of fresh cardboard, pull up a chair. It’s expert advice served with a side of brotherly banter.

  1. 5d ago

    Ep39: Creepy Sports Cards, $1 Billion in Sales & Our First Giveaway

    What happens when three brothers decide to share their creepiest sports cards but nobody agrees on what makes a card creepy? Things get uncomfortable pretty quickly. From Aaron Hernandez and O.J. Simpson to Gary Payton's questionable facial expressions and Kevin McHale putting on his socks, the Wicked Good Pulls crew takes a bizarre trip through some of the strangest trading cards ever produced. And we're giving away a card! One lucky listener will win the infamous Mark Jackson basketball card featuring the Menendez Brothers in the background. Subscribe to Wicked Good Pulls on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts and comment "creepy cards" between November 6 and November 13, 2026, to enter. Back in the sports card hobby, the guys discuss a massive milestone as secondary trading card sales reportedly top $1 BILLION in a single month. They also revisit the nearly $1 million PSA/FedEx card heist, including stolen card certification numbers, insurance payouts, and frustrated collectors. Plus, Shohei Ohtani's declining card prices have the brothers debating whether it's time to buy, two very different Michael Jordan cards go head-to-head, and the guys come to a disappointing realization about their upcoming card show. It's another episode of sports card collecting, hobby news, questionable decisions, and three brothers who probably should have discussed the agenda before recording. In This Episode The Creepiest Sports Cards: Matt and Mike reveal their picks for the hobby's strangest cards, from controversial players to bizarre basketball photography. Our First Sports Card Giveaway: Win the infamous Mark Jackson Menendez Brothers basketball card. Find out how to enter before November 13. The $1 Billion Trading Card Market: Secondary card sales reportedly hit $1.07 billion in a single month across more than 9.2 million transactions. PSA/FedEx Card Heist Update: Stolen certification numbers, compensation disputes, and what the nearly $1 million theft means for collectors. Shohei Ohtani Card Prices: Is the baseball offseason creating an opportunity to buy Ohtani rookie cards at lower prices? Michael Jordan Card Showdown: A Topps Stadium Club Members Choice Jordan faces off against an unusual double-sided Jordan baseball and basketball card. World Series and Baseball Cards: Does winning a championship actually move the sports card market, or is it better to sell while the hype is high? The Wicked Good Pulls Card Show: The brothers discuss why their upcoming card show isn't going to happen as planned. Subscribe to Wicked Good Pulls for weekly sports card discussions, hobby news, collecting stories, and plenty of brotherly arguments.

  2. Oct 30

    Ep38: $1M PSA Card Heist, Shohei Ohtani Prices & Michael Jordan Cards

    Nearly $1 MILLION in graded sports cards and Pokémon cards stolen from a FedEx truck outside PSA headquarters?! The Wicked Good Pulls crew breaks down one of the wildest sports card theft stories of the year, including what happened to the missing cards, who's responsible, and whether collectors will receive fair market value for their stolen treasures. Meanwhile, Shohei Ohtani's baseball card prices are dropping, and Matt sees a potential buying opportunity. Is the offseason the perfect time to invest in Ohtani rookie cards? Mike weighs in on the Michael Jordan card market, including the iconic SkyBox Electrified insert, while the brothers debate collecting versus selling. Plus, Drew Bledsoe makes another appearance, Spotify apparently thinks we're smell experts, and a massive Michael Jordan card haul leads to a discussion about the infamous Mark Jackson Menendez Brothers basketball card. It's sports cards, collecting strategies, hobby news, brotherly arguments, and the usual ridiculousness you've come to expect from Wicked Good Pulls. In This Episode The $1M PSA/FedEx Heist: Nearly $963,000 in graded sports and Pokémon cards stolen outside PSA headquarters. Who's responsible, and what happens to the collectors? Shohei Ohtani Card Prices: A 2018 Bowman Chrome Rookie Auto PSA 9 drops $26,400 between reported sales. Is it time to buy? Michael Jordan Card Market: A look at the SkyBox Electrified insert, recent prices, and why GOAT cards might be worth holding. Collecting vs. Selling: Mike explains why he's enjoying acquiring cards more than streaming and selling them. Drew Bledsoe Strikes Again: Matt shows off a stunning SkyBox acetate insert, much to Mike's disappointment. Spotify's Smell Experts: The brothers discover their unexpected Spotify search ranking, leading to a bizarre Drew Bledsoe conversation. 79 Michael Jordan Cards: A recent card haul, some questionable counting, and the infamous Mark Jackson Menendez Brothers card. Creepy Sports Cards: Could a Halloween-themed countdown of the hobby's strangest cards be coming? Subscribe to Wicked Good Pulls for weekly sports card talk, hobby news, collecting stories, and three brothers who rarely agree on anything.

  3. Oct 23

    Ep37: The Baseball Steroid Era Debate, MJ Card Values & Stalking Drew Bledsoe

    In Episode 37 of the Wicked Good Pulls podcast, the guys tackle the current state of the sports card market and question if their own show is actually getting worse. The crew leans heavily into 90s nostalgia, making a controversial but hilarious case for why Major League Baseball should bring back the steroid era to revive the massive home run chases. Matt defends his recent Michael Jordan card purchases amid dipping market values, while Mike admits he completely checks out the second sports card talk begins. Stick around for an intervention on Matt's filler-word habit, early morning Jedi hoodies, and Matt's highly questionable plan to wear a ski mask in a restaurant alleyway just to catch a hug from Drew Bledsoe. In This Episode A Podcast Existential Crisis: The brothers debate if the show is going downhill, joking about fixing their banter entirely in post-production and Joe admitting he tunes out during the sports card segments. The "Like" Intervention: Joe and Mike call out Matt for his excessive use of the word "like," leading to a defensive stance on free speech and conversational style. Bring Back Steroids: The guys reminisce about 90s baseball, arguing that the steroid era and the epic home run chases made the sport infinitely more entertaining, even for non-fans. MJ Cards & Market Dips: Matt breaks down a recent Michael Jordan card purchase, sparking a debate on where the money is flowing when card values start dropping across the hobby. The Drew Bledsoe Stakeout: Following a "beefcake" Pull of the Week, Matt reveals a terrible plan to lurk in a restaurant alleyway wearing a balaclava because tickets to a local Drew Bledsoe event are completely sold out.

  4. Oct 16

    Ep36: The Jeopardy! Card Pitch, Jordan Beam Teams & What is an Insert?

    Welcome back to Wicked Good Pulls! In Episode 36, things kick off with a recap of the morning recording drama, with Joe and Mike finding endless entertainment in Matt’s leftover rage from the recent scheduling mix-ups. Once everyone settles in (and Mike's Nike shorts are thoroughly roasted), the guys get down to business to pitch a genius idea to Sony Television: official Jeopardy! trading cards tracking player stats, winnings, and legendary contestant runs. Later, Joe plays the audience surrogate by asking the age-old beginner question: What exactly is a card insert?. The brothers break down the hobby terminology before diving into some massive recent sales, including an eye-watering $38,350 transaction for a Michael Jordan 1998 Stadium Club Beam Team "Members Only" card. The crew closes out the show with some movie talk, a little AI appreciation for using Gemini as a "second brain," and a plot to maliciously freeze-frame Matt in post-production after he signs off early. In This Episode: Matt's Morning Rage: Mike and Joe find immense joy in Matt’s frustration over recent scheduling and recording hiccups. Jeopardy! Trading Cards: The brothers pitch a concept for Sony to create trading cards for game show contestants, arguing that the data and stats are already perfectly tracked. What is an Insert?: Joe asks the ultimate beginner question, leading to a breakdown of how inserts function in the modern hobby. The $38K Jordan Beam Team: Analyzing the massive market for 1990s Michael Jordan cards, specifically discussing a recent $38,350 sale of a rare 1998 Stadium Club Beam Team "Members Only" card. Freeze-Framing Matt: Matt signs off early because of a hard stop, giving Mike and Joe the perfect opportunity to plot a terrible freeze-frame of him for post-production.

  5. Oct 9

    Ep35: The $8 Million Cooper Flagg Card, The "Mostly Mike" Box & Papa's Bad Spot

    Welcome back to Wicked Good Pulls! In Episode 35, the show gets off to a chaotic start when Matt jokes about stabbing Mike for being late to the recording session. Once the dust settles, the brothers dive into the insanity of the modern card market, reacting to the record-breaking $8.04 million sale of the Cooper Flagg card and debating what they would do if they were the ones holding it. Later, Joe shares a hilarious family story about asking their mom for childhood photos to scan, only to receive a box explicitly labeled "Mostly Mike" filled entirely with pictures of Mike's childhood mushroom haircut. Matt and Mike then team up to ruthlessly roast their dad's infamous "bad spot" and the guilt trips he uses to get back scratches. The crew wraps up by analyzing the weirdness of marketplace acronyms, eBay Live auctions, and crowning the Wickedest Pull of the Week. In This Episode: Punctuality & Stabbing Jokes: Matt expresses his frustration over Mike missing the 7:00 start time with a highly questionable threat. Marketplace Ghosts: The guys discuss the annoyance of buyers who use too many acronyms (like "lmk" and "ngl") and ghost mid-negotiation. The "Mostly Mike" Box: Joe recounts asking their mom for family photos, only to receive a box exclusively filled with pictures of Mike while his and Matt's photos were supposedly lost in a flood. Papa's Bad Spot: Matt and Mike go on the offensive, attacking the burden of their father constantly asking the family to scratch a specific "bad spot" on his back. The $8.04 Million Flagg: A deep dive into the massive Cooper Flagg card auction, analyzing the patience required to hold a card of that magnitude until it crested $8 million. eBay Live vs. Whatnot: Exploring the mechanics of eBay Live streams and blind "Item 1, Item 2" auctions. Pull of the Week: A beautifully vivid 90s Topps Finest card takes the spotlight as the guys debate a questionable $70 purchase made in the hopes of flipping it for $71.

  6. Oct 2

    Ep34: The 2024 Rookie QB Chase, Magic Johnson Cutouts & Flyer Critiques

    Welcome back to Wicked Good Pulls! In Episode 34, things kick off with a bit of technical troubleshooting as Mike battles a nasty microphone echo, leading you, Matt, and Mike into a quick debate on "cancel culture" and when enough is truly enough. Once the audio is dialed in, the brothers dive into the modern card market to break down the highly anticipated 2024 rookie quarterback class, taking a close look at the hobby potential for Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, and Caleb Williams. The nostalgia hits hard midway through the show when the guys reminisce about spending their own money on a life-size Magic Johnson cardboard cutout at the legendary New England music store, Strawberries. The crew also touches on the lasting hobby value of Barry Sanders and the timeless appeal of the "Mamba Mentality". As the episode wraps up, the brothers battle through some choppy Wi-Fi to brainstorm the Pullee of the Week—temporarily rebranding it the "Wicked Good Tugger"—and ruthlessly critique a very busy promotional flyer for an upcoming November 10th card show. In This Episode: Mic Echoes & Getting Canceled: The show starts with fixing Mike's audio setup and a humorous back-and-forth about getting canceled. 2024 Rookie QBs: The brothers experience a rare moment of total agreement while evaluating the card market for incoming rookies like Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, and Caleb Williams. Strawberries & Magic Johnson: A hilarious trip down memory lane detailing the purchase of a life-size Magic Johnson cutout from the classic retail store Strawberries. Hobby Legends: A brief discussion on the post-career hobby value of icons like Barry Sanders and the enduring "Mamba Mentality". Pullee of the Week: A chaotic debate on what to call the fan shoutout, resulting in the highly questionable phrase "Wicked Good Tugger". Card Show Prep: The guys look ahead to an upcoming card show on November 10th (just before Veteran's Day) and relentlessly critique a busy promotional flyer.

  7. Sep 25

    Ep33: The AI Takeover, Off-Grid Survival, & The Joey Holes Fanbase

    Welcome back to Wicked Good Pulls! In Episode 33, things get off to a rocky start when Matt is called to the carpet for completely ghosting Mike and Joe during a special Labor Day recording session. The guys then plunge down a massive tech rabbit hole, debating whether AI will cure cancer or enslave humanity within the next decade. They also discuss their ultimate off-the-grid survival luxuries, ranging from solar-powered air conditioning to an endless supply of Diet Mountain Dew. Later, Joe takes a well-deserved victory lap by dedicating the Pullee of the Week to a fan (Anthony Pizzaria) who listens exclusively for the banter, proving once again that Joe is carrying the non-card collecting demographic on his shoulders. Finally, the brothers air out some texting grievances and dissect a mysterious marketplace card negotiation. In this episode: The Labor Day Ghosting: Matt gets called out for leaving Mike and Joe hanging for a 7:45 start time because he was supposedly "working." David Muir Appreciation: The brothers admire the news anchor's cheekbones and jokingly reserve a spot for him on the podcast. The AI Apocalypse: A deep dive into Terminator and I, Robot theories, piles of skulls, and predicting an AI takeover within the next ten years. Off-Grid Luxuries: Matt and Mike decide that solar-powered air conditioning, Xbox, and Diet Mountain Dew are their absolute survival necessities. AI Agents & Texting: Debating the use of Gemini to reply to a wife's text messages and questioning the usefulness of "Leah AI" on the WGP website. The Joey Holes Fanbase: Joe crowns Anthony P as the Pullee of the Week for being a fan who doesn't collect cards, representing 98% of the show's true demographic. Texting Rage-Bait: A hilarious breakdown of a misunderstood group chat where Matt admits he didn't actually read all the words Mike wrote. Marketplace Negotiations: Mike wraps things up by discussing a card purchase that involved Facebook payment methods and Venmo.

  8. Sep 18

    Ep32: Selling Kobe Cards on Facebook Marketplace, Goodwill Mystery Boxes & "Trash Slabs"

    In Episode 32 of the Wicked Good Pulls Podcast, the guys tackle the wild west of selling sports cards on Facebook Marketplace. Matt shares a frustrating interaction with a highly aggressive buyer over a lot of Kobe Bryant cards and a so-called "trash slab". The crew also breaks down the unwritten rules of buying in dedicated Facebook card groups, including the etiquette of "claiming" cards and the importance of "coining" photos to prove authenticity. Plus, Matt reveals the final results of his $54.70 Goodwill mystery box gamble, featuring a Tyreek Hill PSA 9 and some unexpected vintage sports memorabilia. Stick around for the pulls of the week, featuring a textured Kobe rookie and a Marcelo Mayer Kaboom, along with a brainstorm of hilarious new t-shirt slogans for the card hobby. In This Episode Facebook Marketplace Drama: Matt recounts dealing with an aggressive buyer who insulted his grading company as a "trash slab" and immediately left a negative review during a negotiation for a $120 lot of Kobe Bryant cards. Facebook Group Etiquette: Matt questions the unwritten rules of buying cards in specific Facebook groups, exploring the concepts of "claiming" items and "coining" photos with a signature, date, and physical coin to prove ownership. Goodwill Mystery Box Reveal: Matt unpacks a $54.70 Goodwill purchase, revealing a Tyreek Hill PSA 9 Origins /25, a Rod Carew autographed hat, a 1989 World Series ticket stub, and minor league hockey items totaling an estimated $505 in value. Wicked Good Pulls of the Week: Mike showcases a textured Kobe Bryant E-X Rookie Exclusives R10 card, while Matt highlights his son Leo's exciting 2025 Marcelo Mayer Rookie Kaboom pull. Card Hobby T-Shirt Slogans: The guys end the show brainstorming niche hobby apparel ideas, pitching slogans like "I heart junk wax," "Cardboard over friends," and "Quick, get in! (Facebook marketplace exchange)".

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Join us as we rip into the sports card hobby from the heart of Massachusetts. We’re hunting monster hits, debating market trends, and getting nostalgic about the Junk Wax era that started it all. Whether you're chasing Jordans, submitting for grading, or just love the smell of fresh cardboard, pull up a chair. It’s expert advice served with a side of brotherly banter.

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  • Creator
    Joey Holes, Retroripping, Coachhoops
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Joey Holes, Retroripping, Coachhoops
  • Show Website
    Wicked Good Pulls

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