1251 - Out-Takes on the National from Hobby Hotline 072024

Dr. Beckett reflects on his recent appearance on Hobby Hotline alongside John Newman and Victor Roman. The discussion focuses on the implications for the sports card hobby if Fanatics acquires a grading company and the ethical concerns surrounding the use of CT scanners to detect valuable cards in sealed packs. Dr. Beckett and his co-hosts also delve into the potential measures to ensure fairness and integrity in the hobby, including audits and countermeasures against pack searching. The episode wraps up with insights on bargaining strategies at national events and Dr. Beckett’s personal plans for upcoming conventions.   00:39 Fanatics and the Grading Company Debate 02:29 Controversy of Using CT Scanners in the Hobby 06:04 Impact on Breakers and the Hobby Community 13:07 National Sports Collectors Convention Plans