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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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Jan. 15, 2025

1328 - Ramblings with John Keating 2.0

Dr. Beckett and his guest and friend John Keating explore the marketing strategies of Fanatics, the implications of tying Fanatics Fest to major events like the Super Bowl and NBA All-Star game, and the impact of nostalgia ve...

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Jan. 13, 2025

1327 - Ramblings with John Keating

Dr. Beckett and his friend John Keating address the ever-evolving landscape of sports card collecting, highlighting personal experiences and delineating the fine line between learning and reliving undesirable experiences, inc...

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Jan. 10, 2025

1326 - Out-Takes Reviewing 2024 from Hobby Hotline 010425

Dr. Beckett provides insights on the evolution of Comic Con and its association with San Diego, comparing it to new ventures in the sports memorabilia world. Discussing the record-breaking sale of Babe Ruth's jersey, the impa...

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Jan. 8, 2025

1325 - Recap: Podcast Episodes 1301-1324

Dr. Beckett encapsulates his past 25 episodes, including the transition of Beckett Media's ownership, addressing questions from listeners, skipped episodes, Rich Klein’s experiences, and much more. He also touches on personal...

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Jan. 6, 2025

1324 - Ten Mike Steveline Questions

Dr. Beckett addresses Mike Steveline's questions about his experiences and preferences in sports card collecting. Topics include desirable cards he has yet to own, notable pack openings, significant finds in dollar boxes, and...

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Jan. 3, 2025

1323 - Blaster/Hanger Experiment

Dr. Beckett shares his experience winning three sport-specific lots of hangers, blasters, and value packs from Huggins & Scott Auctions, now a part of REA. He discusses his bidding strategy, the anticipation and excitement of...

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Jan. 1, 2025

1322 - Collectivus

Dr. Beckett speaks to his former company's reorganization, refinancing, and rebranding process, culminating in a new name, Collectivus Holdings, and implications for the future, including potential strategic benefits of these...

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Dec. 30, 2024

1321 - Godfather of Sports Card Protection

Dr. Beckett delves into the history and development of sports card protection, discussing various card protection methods, from shoeboxes to penny sleeves, plastic sheets, top loaders, and card savers. He also pays homage to ...

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Dec. 27, 2024

1320 - Scaling Hobby Businesses, with Rich Klein

Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein delve into the unique aspects of the sports card industry, profit centers, and the challenges of balancing overhead and sales-oriented divisions. The conversation highlights the importance of unders...

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Dec. 25, 2024

1319 - Card Show Evolution, with Rich Klein

Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein discuss the burgeoning sports card show scene in Dallas, highlighting the competitive landscape with various small and large events. They explore how fanatics could potentially influence the market,...

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Dec. 23, 2024

1318 - Tribute: Rickey Henderson

Dr. Beckett shares personal reflections on Henderson's remarkable career and his impact on the sports card hobby. The discussion covers Henderson's achievements, including his unbreakable stolen base record and his significan...

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Dec. 20, 2024

1317 - Dollar Box Results, with Rich Klein

Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein share their different 'unique' approaches and success stories, comparing outcomes from different shows. They delve into assessing card values, the enjoyment of collecting, and the economics of buyin...

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Dec. 18, 2024

1316 - 2024 Panini Prizm Football Perspectives

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, and the impact of CT scanning on card collecting. He also provides insight...

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Dec. 16, 2024

1315 - Tribute: Rocky Colavito, with Rich Klein

Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein pay tribute to recently deceased baseball legend Rocky Colavito. They discuss his career highlights, impact on the Cleveland Indians, and his card collecting legacy. They delve into the 'curse of Cl...

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Dec. 13, 2024

1314 - Jordan Star Follow-Up

Dr. Beckett addresses listener questions and comments on the implications of international licensing, issues surrounding the Star Company and their unique license, the intricacies of rookie cards versus extended rookie cards ...

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Dec. 11, 2024

1313 - 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame Thoughts

Dr. Beckett discusses the upcoming 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame potential class and analyzes how these selections could impact the sports card market. He also examines the Veterans Committee’s role and shares his thoughts on va...

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