Dr. James Beckett: Sports Card Insights

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

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

Contributed by Lukas

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

1328 - Ramblings with John Keating 2.0

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett and his guest and friend John Keating explore the marketing strategies of Fanatics, the implications of tying Fanatics Fest to major even...

1327 - Ramblings with John Keating

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett and his friend John Keating address the ever-evolving landscape of sports card collecting, highlighting personal experiences and delineat...

1326 - Out-Takes Reviewing 2024 from Hobby Hotline 010425

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett provides insights on the evolution of Comic Con and its association with San Diego, comparing it to new ventures in the sports memorabili...

1325 - Recap: Podcast Episodes 1301-1324

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett encapsulates his past 25 episodes, including the transition of Beckett Media's ownership, addressing questions from listeners, skipped ep...

1324 - Ten Mike Steveline Questions

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett addresses Mike Steveline's questions about his experiences and preferences in sports card collecting. Topics include desirable cards he h...

1323 - Blaster/Hanger Experiment

03 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett shares his experience winning three sport-specific lots of hangers, blasters, and value packs from Huggins & Scott Auctions, now a pa...

1322 - Collectivus

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett speaks to his former company's reorganization, refinancing, and rebranding process, culminating in a new name, Collectivus Holdings, and ...

1321 - Godfather of Sports Card Protection

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett delves into the history and development of sports card protection, discussing various card protection methods, from shoeboxes to penny sl...

1320 - Scaling Hobby Businesses, with Rich Klein

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein delve into the unique aspects of the sports card industry, profit centers, and the challenges of balancing overhead and sa...

1319 - Card Show Evolution, with Rich Klein

25 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein discuss the burgeoning sports card show scene in Dallas, highlighting the competitive landscape with various small and lar...

1318 - Tribute: Rickey Henderson

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett shares personal reflections on Henderson's remarkable career and his impact on the sports card hobby. The discussion covers Henderson's a...

1317 - Dollar Box Results, with Rich Klein

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein share their different 'unique' approaches and success stories, comparing outcomes from different shows. They delve into as...

1316 - 2024 Panini Prizm Football Perspectives

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett celebrates the release of the 2024 Panini Prism football hobby box. He discusses the contents and value of the box, its detailed labeling...

1315 - Tribute: Rocky Colavito, with Rich Klein

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein pay tribute to recently deceased baseball legend Rocky Colavito. They discuss his career highlights, impact on the Clevela...

1314 - Jordan Star Follow-Up

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett addresses listener questions and comments on the implications of international licensing, issues surrounding the Star Company and their u...

1313 - 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame Thoughts

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett discusses the upcoming 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame potential class and analyzes how these selections could impact the sports card market. ...

1312 - Panini Mosaic and Crown Royale

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett reviews two sports card products from Panini: the 2024 Mosaic Football and the 2023-24 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Basketball. He compare...

1311 - Selling My Friend's Collection For Him

06 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett shares his experience helping a good friend sell a vast sports card and memorabilia collection. He navigates through offers, auction hous...

1310 - Out-Takes from Hobby Hotline 112324

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett delves into a recent episode of Hobby Hotline with Danny Black and Adam from Splendid Sports. The discussion touches on various topics, i...

1309 - Tribute: Bennett

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett intertwines insights on sports card collecting, drawing parallels between the patience and dedication required in both pet ownership and ...

1306 - Our Hobby Roles, with Rich Klein

29 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett discusses various roles within the sports card hobby alongside Rich Klein. They delve into Dr. Beckett's experiences and preferences, inc...

1305 - Ramblings with Rich Klein 10.0

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett, with Rich Klein, delves into several intriguing conundrums facing sports card enthusiasts. They discuss an exciting redemption pack offe...

1304 - Selling Out, with Rich Klein

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett chats with Rich Klein about Rich's recent sports card transaction buying on Friday and selling on Saturday. Rich reminisces about his int...

1303 - Ten Video Questions

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett addresses questions about his card wall and box reveal videos. He discusses challenges with handling slippery cards, shares insights on n...

1302 - Twelve Keating Questions

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett addresses questions from John Keating, discussing the story behind the card choices for the 'brown' cover of the 1979 Sport Americana Bas...

1301 - NOT in Prison!

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett clarifies his sale of Beckett Media nearly 20 years ago and distances himself from his eponymous former company's current owner, Greg Lin...

1300 - Recap: Podcast Episodes 1276-1299

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include authentication issues, pricing unique items, cataloging, Pete Rose's tribute, and insights from various guests. Dr. Beckett also addre...

1299 - Retrospective 40 years, Part 2, with Mike Payne

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview recorded by Mike Payne for a magazine article, Dr. Beckett discusses various aspects of the sports card hobby over the past 40 year...

1298 - Retrospective 40 years, with Mike Payne

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Interviewed by Mike Payne, Beckett's editorial leader and longstanding friend, Dr. Beckett reflects on the Beckett Baseball magazine's origins, chall...

1297 - Metal Universe (Hockey) Review

08 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dr. Beckett as he opens a Skybox Metal Universe Hobby box from Upper Deck, featuring 15 packs with 7 cards each. Delve into the rich history of ...

1296 - My Watters Creek Show Report November 2024

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett reports on the recent Watters Creek card show held from October 31 to November 3, sharing his experiences from the show, including intera...

1295 - Ten Listener Questions 6.0

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett addresses ten listener questions, including two related to the upcoming election. He discusses the impact of politics on the sports card ...

1294 - Out-Takes from Off Topic 102124

01 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett, responding to Off Topic's questions from Graig and Darren, delves into the impact of the Beckett Price Guide, the complexities and evolu...

1293 - How Should Collectors Vote?

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett as he delves into how the upcoming presidential election could shape the sports card hobby, examining the potential impact of various par...

1292 - Where Could My Cards Live?

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett in this insightful episode of SportsCard Insights as he delves into the best and worst places to store your valuable sports card collecti...

1291 - 2024 Panini Football Boxes Plus More

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett reviews Panini 2024 football boxes including Elite, Prestige, and Origins. This episode explores the potential future trend of combo auto...

1290 - Mr. Mint's Entourage, with Rich Klein

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An exploration of Al 'Mr. Mint' Rosen's impact on the sports card collecting community, including strategies and alliances that propelled him, featur...

1289 - Tough Cards, with Rich Klein

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what makes certain cards difficult to find, distinguish between short prints and genuinely rare items, and learn how the evolution of the ma...

1288 - Out-Takes from Hobby Hotline 101224

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett discusses the evolution and significance of game-used patches, the increase in autographed cards, and the economic dynamics behind exclus...

1287 - Ten Listener Questions 5.0

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett addresses ten eclectic questions from listeners. He discusses topics including selling card collections, advice for heirs, controversies ...

1286 - Questions from Phil Pierce, Part 2

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett and Phil discuss the complexities of Marvel character autographs, the distinction between Rob and Ed Broder's unlicensed card productions...

1285 - Dating the Cup (Upper Deck)

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett discusses the unexpected release timing of products like 2022-23 The Cup, 2023-24 OPC Platinum, 2023-24 UD Ice, and 2024-25 UD MVP 24-25,...

1284 - Ten Listener Questions 4.0

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett addresses ten listener questions on various topics related to sports card collecting. He discusses the influence of family on collecting ...

1283 - Tribute: Pete Rose

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett shares his reflections on baseball legend Pete Rose, who recently passed away. Covering Rose's illustrious career and controversial gambl...

1282 - Friendly Dollar Box Battles, with Rich Klein

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss individual strategies, preferences, and the subtle nuances that give each of them an advantage while sifting through thousands of cards. W...

1281 - Cataloging, with Rich Klein

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein as they discuss the nuanced world of cataloging sports cards. Rich shares his experience cataloging for COMC, emphasi...

1280 - How to Price Unique Items

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Beckett discusses the intricacies of valuing unique sports memorabilia items. He provides insights into how items such as Babe Ruth's 'called sho...

1279 - Card Companies, with Rich Klein

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Valuable sports card insights, touching upon various card companies including Upper Deck, Panini, Topps, Pacific, and more. The discussion delves int...