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. 6d ago

    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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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)".

  6. Sep 11

    Ep31: Cooper Flagg 1/1 Fanatics Deal, Whatnot Auction Strategies & Bad Penny Sleeves

    The guys break down the biggest news in the hobby, starting with Fanatics' 12-hour negotiation to secure the auction rights for the highly coveted Cooper Flagg rookie patch card. The crew debates the perks of exclusive auction deals, rants about mismatched penny sleeves, and shares real-world strategies for maximizing sales and utilizing pre-bids on Whatnot. Plus, they reveal their latest wicked good pulls, including a rare Rob Dillingham Topps Chrome signature and a 2003 SPx Michael Jordan Holo. Stick around for hilarious off-topic banter, including a disastrous dog-walking incident involving blue painter's tape and a bizarre Six Flags trip. In This Episode The Blue Thumb Incident: Joe kicks off the show explaining why his thumb is wrapped in blue painter's tape after a cheap dog waste bag failed him during a walk. Fanatics & The Cooper Flagg 1/1: A deep dive into Fanatics VP Kevin Lennon flying to Providence to negotiate for 12 hours with card shop owner Jason Williams to auction his massive Cooper Flagg rookie card. Hobby Supply Rant: Matt airs his grievances about Fanatics penny sleeves not fitting correctly into standard top loaders, leading to a debate on buying cheap supplies from Amazon and Temu. Whatnot Selling Strategies: The guys compare notes on recent Whatnot streams, discussing the viability of pre-bids for high-value Kobe and Jordan cards versus starting auctions at lower prices. The Whatnot Algorithm: Mike reflects on a poorly performing Black Diamond and Holo stream, theorizing that the Whatnot algorithm punished his visibility because he skipped a previously scheduled show. Pulls of the Week: The hosts highlight their favorite recent cards, including a Rob Dillingham Topps Chrome Sky Signatures /5 and a 2003 SPx Michael Jordan Holo. Six Flags Shenanigans: The episode closes with a breakdown of a recent trip to Six Flags, focusing on a Catwoman Whip ride operator who monotonously said "meow meow" into the microphone.

  7. Sep 4

    Ep30: The $3 Million Cooper Flagg Bounty, Topps Football Rips & Shop Goodwill Gambles

    In Episode 30 of Wicked Good Pulls, the guys debate the insanity of turning down a $3 million offer for a 1-of-1 Cooper Flagg card and reveal a massive Jeremiah Love patch pull from the new Topps flagship football release. They also break down the wild west of buying mystery sports cards on the Shop Goodwill website with the help of AI, and tease a massive Whatnot collaboration stream. In This Episode: The 50th Anniversary: The brothers roast their parents for leaving every door open during a 4:15 a.m. airport run, before celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary at Maria's Trattoria in Braintree. Hobby Posture: Matt complains about being freezing cold in 65-degree weather after losing weight, and the guys diagnose his back pain as the result of terrible posture while hunched over sports cards. Topps Flagship Football: Matt rips the brand new Topps football release and pulls a Jeremiah Love 3-color stitched rookie patch numbered 8/10 out of a retail mega box. He breaks down his exact strategy for flipping new product as fast as possible on eBay before the market cools off. The $3 Million Cooper Flagg Card: The crew reacts to Jason Williams turning down multi-million dollar offers for the Cooper Flagg 1-of-1 debut patch card just to enjoy the experience with his kids. Both brothers agree they could never turn down a guaranteed $3 million payout. Shop Goodwill Gambles: Matt reveals his new obsession with buying sports card lots on Shop Goodwill. He spent $52 on a lot after using AI to scan an upside-down slab that might potentially be a PSA 10 Patrick Mahomes rookie. Wickedest Pull of the Week: Matt shows off his Jeremiah Love rookie patch /10, while Mike counters with a 1998 Kobe Bryant base card he snagged for $45. Whatnot Collab: Mike and Matt announce a massive back-to-back Whatnot stream collaboration featuring Black Diamonds, holograms, and Jordans.

  8. Aug 28

    Ep29: First Card Show Vendor Tips, a Monster Michael Jordan Pull, & The Pokemon Takeover

    Welcome back to Wicked Good Pulls! In Episode 29, the boys are gearing up for their first-ever WGP Card Show and breaking down the ultimate vendor checklist for sellers setting up at a table. From mastering the layout of your dollar bins to printing your Venmo QR codes and navigating the inevitable Pokémon TCG table takeover, this is a must-listen for anyone looking to sell at a local show. The guys also dive into Mike’s painful family golf outing, the “island pump” pricing of sports cards on Martha's Vineyard, and a deep dive into the Cooper Flagg 1-of-1 bounty hunt that has the hobby feeling more like playing the lottery. Plus, Mike recounts the absolute thrill of pulling an AWs Michael Jordan Hologram out of 1991-92 Upper Deck wax on his latest Whatnot stream. (Editor’s Note: The guys once again forget Chadwick Boseman’s name, and Mike officially cannot tell the difference between golf legend Jack Nicklaus and actor Jack Nicholson. We are so sorry.) In This Episode: The Golf Staycation: Mike explains why he absolutely despises playing 18 holes of golf after getting stuck behind a slow group during a family staycation. Golf Card Values & Name Confusion: Matt breaks down why golf cards like Tiger Woods and John Daly still hold value. Meanwhile, Mike admits he constantly mixes up Jack Nicklaus and Jack Nicholson, and the guys somehow forget Chadwick Boseman's name yet again. The "Island Pump": Mike visits Martha's Vineyard and discovers that a basic $3 Kobe Bryant card costs $14 on the island. The guys discuss the logistical nightmares of shipping and selling cards from places like Nantucket. How to Sell at a Card Show: The WGP crew shares their top strategies for setting up a vendor table at a card show. They discuss the importance of printed Venmo QR codes, vertical display shelves, and whether setting up a security camera to film YouTube shorts is a smart move or just intimidating. Sports Cards vs. Pokémon (TCG): Matt and Mike debate the growing tension at card shows when Pokémon and TCG vendors completely dominate the floor space over traditional sports cards. The Monster Michael Jordan Pull: Mike recaps an unbelievable retro ripping stream where he opened 1991-92 Upper Deck NBA wax. He pulled four Michael Jordans in the first four packs, including an incredibly rare AWs MJ Hologram. The Cooper Flagg Bounty: The guys react to the massive Cooper Flagg bounty being found in Rhode Island. They debate whether modern "lottery ticket" chases are ruining the joy of collecting standard inserts and building sets. Wickedest Pull of the Week: It is an all-Kobe Bryant battle this week. Mike shows off a die-cut 2000 Upper Deck Gold Reserve "Gold Strike" Kobe. Matt counters with a 2003-04 Fleer Award Winner Kobe featuring a "school photo" style dual-face design.

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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
    37
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Joey Holes, Retroripping, Coachhoops
  • Show Website
    Wicked Good Pulls