Hosts CurioRich and RagingNes sit down with the legendary PTK Collectibles to explore the incredible world of collecting.

From an eye-watering Magic: The Gathering collection packed with rare and iconic cards to a passion for all things Pokémon, PTK shares the stories behind some of his most prized possessions, the thrill of the hunt, and what keeps him chasing grails in today's hobby.

In this very special episode, your hosts CurioRich and RagingNes are stepping away from the competitive meta and the standard route guides to talk about a true, real-world Champion.Join the guys as they share the incredible story of Noah, a dedicated member of the Pokémon community who is currently facing his toughest battle yet: a fight against cancer. Just like a Trainer staring down a Legendary Pokémon with a team of scrappy underdogs, Noah is approaching this challenge with unimaginable courage, resilience, and a true Trainer's spirit.In this episode, CurioRich and RagingNes discuss:Noah’s Journey: How his love for Pokémon is helping him stay strong through treatment.The Power of Community: How the Pokémon fandom is rallying together to support him.How You Can Help: Direct ways our listeners can send love, support, and positive energy to Noah and his family.https://www.gofundme.com/f/pokemon-treats-for-noah-while-he-fights-cancer

In this explosive podcast episode, CurioRich and special guest TheUKpokeman dive into one of the most controversial issues facing Pokémon collectors today: online scalping and automated buying bots.

From impossible-to-find Pokémon TCG products to instant sellouts of special collections and premium releases, the duo explores how bots have changed the collecting landscape, why genuine fans often miss out, and whether retailers are doing enough to stop it.

Join CurioRich and RagingNes on the Rip N Sip Podcast as they dive into The Grift of the Gab, an episode exploring the personalities, promises, and controversies that can shape the Pokémon hobby.

From bold claims and influencer culture to community drama and collector perspectives, the hosts break down the conversations that have collectors talking. Along the way, they'll share their own experiences, discuss the latest happenings in the Pokémon world, and offer their unfiltered thoughts on the hobby we all love.

This week on Rip N Sip, hosts CurioRich and RagingNes dive into all things Pokémon, from the latest hobby news and market trends to collecting stories and community discussions.

The duo also looks back at last week's Ace Grading podcast episode, sharing their thoughts on how it went, key takeaways from the conversation, and some behind-the-scenes reflections on the feedback from listeners.

Hosts Curio Rich and Raging Nes are talking all things Ace Grading with special guest Randy, co-founder of Ace Grading.

From the origins of the company and what makes Ace stand out in the trading card world, to the future of grading in the Pokémon hobby, nothing is off limits.

The conversation covers grading standards, label designs, hobby drama, market trends, and what it takes to build one of the UK’s fastest-growing grading companies.

A timeline for you to judge for yourself.

From grading startups to toxic personalities hiding behind sealed collections and livestream hype, CurioRich and RagingNes dive deep into the darker side of the Pokémon hobby.

This episode breaks down the scams, manipulation, ego trips, and questionable business practices affecting collectors today — with honest commentary, hobby history, and zero tolerance for abuse in the community.

Whether it’s exposing bad actors, calling out predatory grading companies, or protecting the next generation of collectors, this podcast keeps it real for Pokémon fans who care about the hobby’s future.