Dr. James Beckett: Sports Card Insights
Opinions on Prices: Dr. James Beckett, coming out of retirement, stories, serialized, encyclopedic, covering sports cards, based on his six decades of intensive experience. Shorter format podcasts addressing players and issues.
Recent Episodes
1343 - Out-Takes on AI from Hobby Hotline 020825
In this excerpt from Hobby Hotline, Dr. Beckett delves into the impact of AI on the industry, exploring potential AI-generated errors, collectors' response, and the implications for future card designs. We discuss the balance...
1342 - Eleven Listener Questions 2.0
Dr. Beckett answers 11 listener-submitted questions, covering a range of topics including the popularity of Rocky Colavito, Star Company's design, Mr. Mint’s impact on the hobby, and the therapeutic value of collecting sports...
1341 - Valentine's Day Love
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 concepts such as 'completion compulsion' and the 'five love languages,' applyin...
1340 - Sales Tax Implications, with Rich Klein
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 the implications for dealers and consumers, they discuss the legal and pract...
1339 - Trade Nights, with Rich Klein
Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein discuss the concept and benefits of trade nights: personal experiences, strategies for store owners, and the differences between trade nights and traditional card shows. The conversation highlights ...
1338 - Panini Hobby Box Thoughts
Dr. Beckett shares his thoughts on a variety of Panini hobby boxes he recently received: Prism Monopoly WNBA, Panini Prism NASCAR, and Panini Hoops. Dr. Beckett discusses the branding cooperation between Monopoly and Panini, ...
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