Episodes

March 10, 2025

1351 - Panini Debut Products

Dr. James Beckett reviews three new Panini sports card products: 2024 Panini Prizm LIV Golf, 2024 Panini Prospect Edition Baseball, and 2024 Panini Illusions Football. Dr. Beckett discusses the value and significance of each ...

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March 7, 2025

1350 - Recap: Podcast Episodes 1326-1349

Dr. Beckett provides a recap of past episodes 1326 through 1349 of his Sports Card Insights podcast. Reflecting on various themes ranging from listener questions and interviews to specific set reviews and hobby insights, Dr. ...

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March 5, 2025

1349 - Dueling Questions with John Mangini

Dr. Beckett interviews fellow sports card enthusiast John Mancini. They discuss the history and evolution of the rookie card, tracing its rise from the 1970s to becoming a staple in sports card collecting by the 1980s. They a...

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March 3, 2025

1348 - Panini Prizm/Spectra Perspectives

Dr. Beckett reviews 2024-25 Panini Prizm NBA and 2024 Panini Spectra. He also provides insights into the sports card market, touching on the importance of not placing all investment hopes on single players, addressing licensi...

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Feb. 28, 2025

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

Dr. Beckett and Mike Moynihan (from his Golden Age video podcast) delve into their personal experiences, sharing insights on the dynamism of modern collecting versus the stability of vintage collections. They discuss the impo...

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Feb. 26, 2025

1346 - Eleven Listener Questions 3.0

Dr. Beckett answers 11 more intriguing listener questions. Topics covered include his experiences with hanger and blaster packs, the scarcity of the 1954 Bowman Ted Williams card, and the dilemmas associated with Post Cereal ...

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Feb. 24, 2025

1345 - Hobby Significance Tournaments, with Rich Klein

Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein dive into a 'Hobby Significance Tournament,' evaluating the hobby impact of various Baseball Hall of Fame contenders, then also exploring the significance of defunct football card companies from 199...

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Feb. 21, 2025

1344 - After Opening, with Rich Klein

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 managing big hits, dollar box cards, and everything in between. Insights incl...

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Feb. 19, 2025

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...

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Feb. 17, 2025

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...

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Feb. 14, 2025

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...

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Feb. 12, 2025

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...

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Feb. 10, 2025

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 ...

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Feb. 7, 2025

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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Feb. 5, 2025

1337 - Upper Deck Product Mix

Dr. Beckett discusses various 2024 sports card boxes from Upper Deck, including Goodwin Champions, Black Diamond, and the first edition Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL), sharing his thoughts on the products, their de...

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Feb. 4, 2025

1336A - 2025 Football Card Hall of Fame Ballot

Dr. Beckett discusses his voting process for the (Third Annual Class) 2025 Football Card Hall of Fame, highlighting changes to the induction process and sharing his insights on various candidates. He evaluates notable footbal...

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Feb. 3, 2025

1336 - Luka Traded!

Dr. Beckett, long-time Mavericks season ticket holder, reacts to the shocking trade of Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers. Sharing insights into sports cards and the implications for both the Mavericks and Lakers, he discu...

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Jan. 31, 2025

1335 - Eleven Listener Questions

Dr. Beckett tackles 11 listener questions within a 15-minute timeframe. Topics include the popularity of Jason Williams, the importance of transfer portals in college sports, intellectual property concerns with Beckett Magazi...

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Jan. 29, 2025

1334 - Hobby or Business?

Dr. Beckett discusses the distinctions between hobby and business in the world of sports cards. He explores how one's approach defines their engagement, whether it's purely for fun or for profit. Dr. Beckett shares personal a...

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Jan. 27, 2025

1333 - Ramblings with Mike Fruitman, Part 2

Dr. Beckett continues his engaging and freeform conversation with Mike Fruitman, of Mike's Stadium Sports Cards. They discuss various topics related to the sports card hobby, including favorite cards, experiences at card show...

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Jan. 24, 2025

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

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 the trading card hobby, the balance between accuracy and content creation, an...

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Jan. 22, 2025

1331 - Trumpisms

Dr. Beckett discusses the influence of President Trump's policies and personality on the sports card hobby and broader societal trends. Covering topics from immigration, international trade, and education to Trump's negotiati...

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Jan. 20, 2025

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

Dr. Beckett chats with Mike Fruitman about his first year under the Triple Cards umbrella. They discuss the sports card industry, selling his store, managing inventory, and the importance of a strong hobby community. The conv...

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Jan. 17, 2025

1329 - Ramblings with John Keating 3.0

Dr. Beckett and John Keating explore the varying aspects of the sports card hobby, emphasizing the difference between gambling and the genuine joy of collecting. They recount personal experiences, reflect on the evolution of ...

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