Source:
https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-9pzq8-179cf2a
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 impact of memorabilia sales, and the intricacies around authenticating such items, the episode deep-dives into the growth of conventions like the National Sports Collectors Convention. At its core, the conversation pivots to the challenges and opportunities in hosting large-scale events, the role of Fanatics, and the emerging practices around card and memorabilia collecting, including the controversial use of CT scanning.
00:38 Comic Con and Fanatics Discussion
04:37 National Sports Collectors Convention Insights
09:03 Debut Patches and Bounties
10:30 CT Scanning and Wax Scandals