Dr. James Beckett: Sports Card Insights

1425 - Recap: Podcast Episodes 1401-1424

29 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett recaps episodes 1401 through 1424, expressing gratitude to loyal listeners for their active participation. The episode covers various top...

1424 - Ramblings

27 Aug 2025

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Dr. Beckett answers listener questions about the cost of collecting and discusses several new Panini products. Additionally, he delves into the conce...

1423 - 1912 Hassan T202 Triple Folders, with Phil Rosenzweig, Part 2

25 Aug 2025

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Phil Rosenzweig joins Dr. Beckett as they delve into Phil's extensively researched book, One Splendid Season. The conversation covers the creation an...

1422 - 1912 Hassan T202 Triple Folders, with Phil Rosenzweig

22 Aug 2025

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 Dr. Beckett sits down with Phil Rosenzweig, author of One Splendid Season, to delve into the fascinating world of the iconic and revered T202 Tripl...

1421 - The History of Sports Cards, with Darin Ostrom, Part 2

20 Aug 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Darin Ostrom, aka Sports Card Professor delve into the 1990s sports card industry. Topics include the unique operations of Pro Set, i...

1420 - The History of Sports Cards, with Darin Ostrom

18 Aug 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Darin Ostrom, the Sports Card Professor on YouTube, engage in an enlightening discussion about the history and evolution of sports ca...

1419 - Hockey is Different

15 Aug 2025

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Dr. Beckett reviews the most recent hockey card products from Upper Deck. This episode includes insights on 2025-26 MVP Hockey, 2024-25 Credentials, ...

1418 - Panini Blockchain, with Kort Peters, Part 2

13 Aug 2025

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Dr. Beckett delves into the intricacies of Panini Blockchain with guest Kort Peters. They explore the significance of digital card collecting, transp...

1417 - Panini Blockchain, with Kort Peters

11 Aug 2025

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Dr. Beckett dives into the realm of digital sports card collecting with special guest Kort Peters from Panini. They discuss Panini's innovative block...

1416 - Peak National(?) with Dave Sliepka

08 Aug 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Dave Sliepka dive into an in-depth discussion about experiences at the record-breaking Chicago National card collecting event. We exp...

1415 - 2025 Chicago National Recap

06 Aug 2025

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Dr. Beckett shares his experiences and insights from the 2023 National Sports Collectors Convention in Chicago. Dr. Beckett explains his strategy for...

1414 - 1958 Topps Baseball, with Rich Klein

04 Aug 2025

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We explore the significance and intricacies of the 1958 Topps Baseball card set, sharing personal collection experiences and insights into the value ...

1413 - National Perspectives, with Rich Klein, Part 2

01 Aug 2025

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We reminisce about past Nationals, including favorites and the changes in the collector base. The discussion spans various topics, such as changes in...

1412 - National Perspectives, with Rich Klein

31 Jul 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein dive into the evolution and experiences surrounding the National, discussing the increasing costs of attending, soaring ho...

1411A - Tribute: Ryne Sandberg, with Rich Klein

30 Jul 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein reflect on the life and legacy of Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg, who recently passed away at 65 due to metastatic cancer. Th...

1411 - More Pre-National Ramblings

28 Jul 2025

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Dr. Beckett discusses listener inquiries about tennis card collecting, shares thoughts on thematic repacks, and provides insights into recent acquisi...

1410A - Pre-National Ramblings

26 Jul 2025

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Dr. Beckett shares insights as he prepares for the upcoming National Sports Collectors Convention. He reflects on the differences between the Nationa...

1410 - Tribute: Hulk Hogan, with Rich Klein

25 Jul 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Rich Kleine pay tribute to the iconic wrestler Hulk Hogan, reflecting on his remarkable career and the impact he made on the sport an...

1409 - SABR53 Baseball Card Collectors AMA

23 Jul 2025

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Dr. Beckett answers questions on the evolving sports card market, the impacts of AI on the industry, and nostalgic memories from his early collecting...

1408 - Out-Takes on Rookie Cards from Victor Roman, Part 2

21 Jul 2025

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Dr. Beckett's and Victor Roman Sr. delve into the history and evolution of rookie card guidelines in the sports card hobby. Despite initial resistanc...

1407 - Out-Takes on Rookie Cards from Victor Roman

18 Jul 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Victor Roman Sr. dive deep into the history and controversies surrounding rookie cards in the sports card collecting hobby. Dr. Becke...

1406 - SABR 53 Q&A, with Rich Klein

16 Jul 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein dive into the intersections of baseball cards, baseball history, and sabermetrics. The episode covers valuable topics such...

1405 - SABR 53 Presentation, with Rich Klein

14 Jul 2025

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Dr. Beckett shares his remarks from the recent SABR Annual Convention #53. Along with Rich Klein and moderated by Paul Rogers, they delve into the ev...

1404 - Dueling Questions with Iowa Dave (Schwartz), Part 2

11 Jul 2025

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Dr. Beckett teams up with Iowa Dave (Dave Schwartz) for a continuation of their Dueling Questions. They discuss a range of topics including ethical d...

1403 - Dueling Questions with Iowa Dave (Schwartz), The Shallow End

09 Jul 2025

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Guest Dave Schwartz (Iowa Dave) delves into Dr. Beckett's journey from a statistics PhD student to a prominent figure in the sports card industry. Th...

1402 - Sports Card Cruise?

07 Jul 2025

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Dr. Beckett brainstorms an innovative concept for a sports card-themed cruise. He describes a comprehensive plan for a cruise departing from Miami, p...

1400 - Recap: Podcast Episodes 1376-1399

04 Jul 2025

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Dr. Beckett recaps episodes 1376 to 1399 of his podcast, including listener questions, Panini's consistency across sports, dividing collections with ...

1401 - Tribute: Dave Parker

02 Jul 2025

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Dr. Beckett reflects on the life of recently passed baseball icon Dave Parker, with personal anecdotes, Parker's illustrious achievements, and his st...

1399 - Collector as CEO

30 Jun 2025

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Dr. Beckett discusses the concept of being CEO of your card collection, inspired by Mike Steveline's take on Brett McGrath's Stacking Slabs podcast. ...

1398 - Cars and Cards

27 Jun 2025

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Dr. Beckett dives into the intriguing parallels between car collecting and card collecting, discussing themes like the value of preservation, market ...

1397 - Out-Takes on Fanatics Fest from Hobby Hotline 062125

25 Jun 2025

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On last Saturday's Hobby Hotline, Dr. Beckett, John Newman, and Orlando Collector's Dream discuss news in the sports card industry. Topics include re...

1396 - Ramblings with Rich Klein and Andrew and Mike Aronstein

23 Jun 2025

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Dr. Beckett is joined by Mike and Andrew Aronstein, and Rich Klein. They delve into their rich histories in the sports card hobby, sharing stories ab...

1395 - Panini June Products

20 Jun 2025

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Dr. Beckett reviews three current Panini sports card releases, including baseball, football, and basketball products. He discusses pricing, licensing...

1394 - Eleven Listener Questions 6.0

18 Jun 2025

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Dr. Beckett addresses listener questions from various platforms. Topics include potential mergers like GameStop acquiring Collectors and PSA, the fut...

1393 - Father's Day Questions about my Dad from Victor Roman Sr.

16 Jun 2025

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Excerpts of Dr. Beckett's interview by Victor Roman Sr. on Victor's YT channel, reflecting on the life and influence of Dr. Beckett's late father. Dr...

1392 - Father/Son: Mike/Andrew Aronstein, Part 2

13 Jun 2025

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The second part of Dr. Beckett's conversation with Mike and Andrew Aronstein. They share nostalgic stories of collecting 1951 Bowman cards, the evolu...

1391 - Father/Son: Mike Johnston

11 Jun 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Mike Johnston share heartfelt stories about their late fathers and their mutual love for vintage baseball cards. Both Dr. Beckett and...

1390 - Father/Son: Mike/Andrew Aronstein

09 Jun 2025

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Dr. Beckett is joined by Andrew and Mike Aronstein. Andrew, operations manager at Love of the Game Auctions, and his father, legendary hobbyist Mike ...

1389 - Upper Deck May Hockey Products

06 Jun 2025

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Dr. Beckett reviews the latest releases from Upper Deck in May, breaking down eight products ranging from affordable to premium. He discusses the val...

1388 - Thoughts on Hobby News Daily

04 Jun 2025

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Dr. Beckett delves into the recent hiatus and return of Hobby News Daily. He discusses the challenges and importance of consistent content creation, ...

1387 - Panini's Platform

02 Jun 2025

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Dr. Beckett discusses Panini's platform and their recent card releases. He provides a unique perspective on both modern and vintage sports cards, foc...

1386 - Out-Takes on Pete Rose from Hobby Hotline 051725

30 May 2025

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 Out-takes from Dr. Beckett's recent Hobby Hotline appearance joined by co-hosts Orlando (Collectors Dream) and Logan Ward, focusing on gambling in ...

1385 - Out-Takes from Road to the National, Jeremy Lee, Part 2

28 May 2025

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Dr. Beckett discusses his experiences, objectives, and strategies for the upcoming National Sports Collectors Convention. He talks about the importan...

1384 - Out-Takes from Road to the National, Jeremy Lee

26 May 2025

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Dr. Beckett shares excerpts from an engaging interview with Jeremy Lee for the Road to the National series. They discuss the importance of attracting...

1383 - 1956 Topps Baseball, with Matt Galvin and Rich Klein, Part 2

23 May 2025

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Dr. James Beckett, along with guests Matt Galvin and Rich Klein, delve deep into the nuances of white backs and gray backs in the first two series. T...

1382 - First-Time Show Dealer Advice, with Rich Klein

21 May 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein trade insights and advice on becoming a sports card show dealer for the first time. The discussion covers the challenges n...

1381 - Ramblings with Rich Klein 11.0

19 May 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein delve into a wide-ranging discussion on type card collecting, early Beckett publications, and the intricacies of sports ca...

1380 - Pete Rose and Gambling?

16 May 2025

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Dr. Beckett delves into the complex relationship between gambling and baseball, focusing on the controversial figure of Pete Rose. Dr. Beckett reflec...

1379 - 1956 Topps Baseball, with Matt Galvin and Rich Klein

14 May 2025

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Dr. Beckett, Matt Galvin, and Rich Klein discuss their admiration for the 1956 Topps baseball card set. Dr. Beckett recounts his personal connection ...

1378 - Dividing Purchased Collections, with Rich Klein

12 May 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein share their experience of mediating the division of a large sports card collection. They recount their visit to the owner'...

1377 - Panini Consistency: Baseball, Basketball, and Football

09 May 2025

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Dr. Beckett reviews various sports card products from Panini, including 2024 Donruss Optic Football, 2024-25 Panini Prism Basketball, and 2024 Panini...

1376 - Eleven Listener Questions 5.0

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett answers a range of listener questions on various topics. He begins by paying tribute to Mark Dehem, who very recently passed away, reflec...

1375 - Recap: Podcast Episodes 1351-1374

05 May 2025

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Dr. Beckett recaps episodes 1351 through 1374. Covered topics include an array of industry insights such as Panini's debut products, PSA's tighter gr...

1374 - Pre-Tribute to Mark Dehem, with Jim Dehem, Part 2

02 May 2025

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Dr. Beckett and guest Jim Dehem conclude their pre-tribute to Mark (Jim's younger brother). They reminisce about the good old days, emphasizing the i...

1373 - Pre-Tribute to Mark Dehem, with Jim Dehem

30 Apr 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Jim Dehem acknowledge Jim's brother Mark, recently diagnosed with liver and pancreatic cancer, discussing Mark's significant contribu...

1372 - Dueling Questions with GaryVee, Gary Vaynerchuk, Part 2

28 Apr 2025

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Dr. Beckett concludes his engaging conversation with entrepreneur and marketer Gary Vaynerchuk. They delve into their shared admiration for customer-...

1371 - Dueling Questions with GaryVee, Gary Vaynerchuk

25 Apr 2025

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Gary Vaynerchuk joins Dr. Beckett for a spirited discussion on the evolution of the Beckett Price Guide, the dynamics of the sports card market, and ...

1370 - Old LCS, New Owner, with Rich Klein

23 Apr 2025

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Dr. Beckett discusses his recent adventure at a card shop that underwent new ownership. Joined by Rich Klein, Dr. Beckett explores the interesting as...

1369 - 2025 Baseball Card Hall of Fame Ballot

21 Apr 2025

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Dr. Beckett discusses the 2025 Baseball Card Hall of Fame ballot, sponsored by Ray from Philly. sharing his thoughts on the 40 candidate cards, offer...

1368 - Fridays

18 Apr 2025

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Dr. Beckett delves into the significance of Fridays, beginning with the religious importance of Good Friday for Christians and extending to other not...

1367 - Reagan Jobe Questions

16 Apr 2025

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Dr. Beckett discusses the rise of cards with Regan Jobe and answers some of Reagan's hobby questions. Starting with a unique Nolan Gorman super facto...

1366 - Premier Hockey, with Reagan Jobe

14 Apr 2025

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Dr. Beckett welcomes Reagan Jobe to discuss the legacy and evolution of Premier hockey cards. They reminisce about the early 90s when the brand first...

1365 - Out-Takes from Hobby Hotline 040525

11 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dr. Beckett, Samuel Evans, and John Newman as they dive deep into various hot topics in the hobby. They discuss the competitive nature of card g...

1364 - Monetizing, with Rich Klein

09 Apr 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein discuss strategies for monetizing Rich's weekly email newsletter, which he has developed over the past decade. Despite tec...

1363 - Variation Discussion, with Rich Klein

07 Apr 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein delve into the complexities of sports card variations. They discuss the history and philosophy behind cataloging and class...

1362 - COMC National Hacks, with Angela Loeffler, Part 2

04 Apr 2025

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The final part of Dr. Beckett's conversation with Angela from COMC's marketing team. They discuss COMC's strategies for national shows, including dai...

1361 - COMC National Hacks, with Angela Loeffler

02 Apr 2025

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Dr. Beckett and COMC's Angela Loeffler discuss the inside scoop on COMC's presence at the upcoming National Sports Collectors Convention. Learn essen...

1360 - Out-Takes on Shilling from Jeremy Lee's Sports Cards Live

31 Mar 2025

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Dr. Beckett delves into the controversial topic of shill bidding in sports card auctions. The discussion, taken out of his recent appearance on Jerem...

1359 - Upper Deck Hockey 2025 Spring Products

28 Mar 2025

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Dr. Beckett reviews various hockey card boxes from Upper Deck including 2024-25 OPC, 2024-25 Upper Deck Series 2, 2024 Upper Deck Skybox Metal Univer...

1358 - Out-Takes from Hobby Hotline 030825

26 Mar 2025

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Key topics include Fanatics' distribution mode clarity, PSA's response to tariffs affecting the hobby, and the emerging role of breakers in the marke...

1357 - Soccer Sequel, Greg Landsdowne's New Book

24 Mar 2025

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Dr. Beckett delves into the history and growth of soccer cards and stickers, focusing on Greg Landsdowne's upcoming 10th anniversary update of his bo...

1356 - AI Luka Rant

21 Mar 2025

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Dr. Beckett discusses the turmoil surrounding Luka Dončić and the Dallas Mavericks, including reactions from a recent card show. He shares a humoro...

1355 - Dueling Questions with John Mangini 3.0

19 Mar 2025

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Dr. Beckett concludes his dueling questions with John Mangini, delving into the mindset of sports card collecting. They discuss the thrill of the cha...

1354 - Eleven Listener Questions 4.0

17 Mar 2025

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Dr. Beckett answers a variety of listener questions. Topics include defunct trading card brands, the influence of local and regional sports stars, ex...

1353 - Dueling Questions with John Mangini 2.0

14 Mar 2025

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Dr. Beckett continues his conversation with John Mangini, diving into a range of topics from favorite vintage card sets to handling diverse collectio...

1352 - 60/40 and Breaking Entry

12 Mar 2025

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Dr. Beckett delves into two timely topics of discussion in the sports card industry, focusing on PSA's (newly admitted) tighter grading standards and...

1351 - Panini Debut Products

10 Mar 2025

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Dr. James Beckett reviews three new Panini sports card products: 2024 Panini Prizm LIV Golf, 2024 Panini Prospect Edition Baseball, and 2024 Panini I...

1350 - Recap: Podcast Episodes 1326-1349

07 Mar 2025

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Dr. Beckett provides a recap of past episodes 1326 through 1349 of his Sports Card Insights podcast. Reflecting on various themes ranging from listen...

1349 - Dueling Questions with John Mangini

05 Mar 2025

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Dr. Beckett interviews fellow sports card enthusiast John Mancini. They discuss the history and evolution of the rookie card, tracing its rise from t...

1348 - Panini Prizm/Spectra Perspectives

03 Mar 2025

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Dr. Beckett reviews 2024-25 Panini Prizm NBA and 2024 Panini Spectra. He also provides insights into the sports card market, touching on the importan...

1347 - Out-Takes on Divesting from Golden Age, Mike Moynihan

28 Feb 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Mike Moynihan (from his Golden Age video podcast) delve into their personal experiences, sharing insights on the dynamism of modern c...

1346 - Eleven Listener Questions 3.0

26 Feb 2025

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Dr. Beckett answers 11 more intriguing listener questions. Topics covered include his experiences with hanger and blaster packs, the scarcity of the ...

1345 - Hobby Significance Tournaments, with Rich Klein

24 Feb 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein dive into a 'Hobby Significance Tournament,' evaluating the hobby impact of various Baseball Hall of Fame contenders, then...

1344 - After Opening, with Rich Klein

21 Feb 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein dive into the challenges and strategies of dealing with high-end sports card hobby boxes. They discuss practical tips on m...

1343 - Out-Takes on AI from Hobby Hotline 020825

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this excerpt from Hobby Hotline, Dr. Beckett delves into the impact of AI on the industry, exploring potential AI-generated errors, collectors' re...

1342 - Eleven Listener Questions 2.0

17 Feb 2025

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Dr. Beckett answers 11 listener-submitted questions, covering a range of topics including the popularity of Rocky Colavito, Star Company's design, Mr...

1341 - Valentine's Day Love

14 Feb 2025

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Dr. Beckett reflects on his enduring love for his wife Diane while drawing parallels with his passion for the sports card hobby. He also explores co...

1340 - Sales Tax Implications, with Rich Klein

12 Feb 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein delve into the intricacies of sales tax in the sports card industry. From the challenges faced by card show organizers to ...

1339 - Trade Nights, with Rich Klein

10 Feb 2025

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Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein discuss the concept and benefits of trade nights: personal experiences, strategies for store owners, and the differences b...

1338 - Panini Hobby Box Thoughts

07 Feb 2025

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Dr. Beckett shares his thoughts on a variety of Panini hobby boxes he recently received: Prism Monopoly WNBA, Panini Prism NASCAR, and Panini Hoops. ...

1337 - Upper Deck Product Mix

05 Feb 2025

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Dr. Beckett discusses various 2024 sports card boxes from Upper Deck, including Goodwin Champions, Black Diamond, and the first edition Professional ...

1336A - 2025 Football Card Hall of Fame Ballot

04 Feb 2025

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Dr. Beckett discusses his voting process for the (Third Annual Class) 2025 Football Card Hall of Fame, highlighting changes to the induction process ...

1336 - Luka Traded!

03 Feb 2025

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Dr. Beckett, long-time Mavericks season ticket holder, reacts to the shocking trade of Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers. Sharing insights into...

1335 - Eleven Listener Questions

31 Jan 2025

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Dr. Beckett tackles 11 listener questions within a 15-minute timeframe. Topics include the popularity of Jason Williams, the importance of transfer p...

1334 - Hobby or Business?

29 Jan 2025

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Dr. Beckett discusses the distinctions between hobby and business in the world of sports cards. He explores how one's approach defines their engageme...

1333 - Ramblings with Mike Fruitman, Part 2

27 Jan 2025

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Dr. Beckett continues his engaging and freeform conversation with Mike Fruitman, of Mike's Stadium Sports Cards. They discuss various topics related ...

1332 - Out-Takes on Legacy from Sports Card Dad, Dustin Cooley

24 Jan 2025

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Dr. Beckett discusses the legacy of his name and company, almost exactly 20 years after selling. He provides insights on the need for innovation in t...

1331 - Trumpisms

22 Jan 2025

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Dr. Beckett discusses the influence of President Trump's policies and personality on the sports card hobby and broader societal trends. Covering topi...

1330 - Ramblings with Mike Fruitman, Mike's Stadium Sportscards

20 Jan 2025

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Dr. Beckett chats with Mike Fruitman about his first year under the Triple Cards umbrella. They discuss the sports card industry, selling his store, ...

1329 - Ramblings with John Keating 3.0

17 Jan 2025

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Dr. Beckett and John Keating explore the varying aspects of the sports card hobby, emphasizing the difference between gambling and the genuine joy of ...