Dr. Beckett and Jeremy Lee discuss the creation and development of the Jeremy's Hobby Spectrum assessment. They delve into the origins, purpose, and future enhancements of this diagnostic tool designed for sports card collect...
Dr. Beckett (along with his Hobby Hotline co-host Dom and Rich) looks into topics including the recent AI-generated return scam-dal on eBay, the potential of AI in the hobby, and strategic marketing opportunities for sports c...
Dr. Beckett (during the Hobby Hotline show) discusses the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot and evaluates the chances of players like Carlos Beltran, Andrew Jones, and Chase Utley. They examine the voting trends, ballot dynamics, ...
Dr. Beckett discusses the potential future of sports card shows with the integration of facial recognition technology. He explores the benefits and challenges of implementing such technology, including faster entry, enhanced ...
Dr. Beckett outlines his preferences and strategies, favoring the thrill and learning experience of sifting through less organized dollar boxes over participating in structured breaks or premium boxes. He shares insights on d...
Dr. Beckett discusses Jeremy Lee's Hobby Spectrum assessment, which categorizes collectors into seven archetypes based on their hobby activities. Dr. Beckett shares his experiences and insights as a 'Hybrid' collector, balanc...
Dr. Beckett discusses seven rebuttals to common opinions and concerns expressed recently within the sports card industry. Topics include the impact of monopolies on the hobby, market manipulation, the grading process with com...
Dr. Beckett and guest Dan Bliss explores the nuances of modern sports card collecting. They discuss the importance of understanding player longevity and household recognition for investment purposes, the diversity of collecto...
Dan Bliss joins Dr. Beckett to discuss the future of sports card shows moving towards 2030. They explore the unique aspects of in-person shows, such as the joy of discovering bargains and the importance of interpersonal conne...
Dr. Beckett offers his reflections on the past year in the hobby, shares his plans to continue the podcast and his intention to be more aggressive in interviewing notable figures in the sports card world. He talks about his i...
Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein discuss the importance of mentorship in the sports card hobby. They respond to a listener's query about finding mentors for effective card show dealing and online selling. The conversation covers pr...
Dr. Beckett delves into the recent acquisition of Beckett by Collectors in response to questions during the weekly live Hobby Hotline program also featuring John Newman, Victor Roman, Chris Harris, and Rich Klein. Dr. Beckett...
Dr. Beckett recaps episodes 1451 to 1474 covering interviews and discussions. Dr. Beckett reflects on the past, present, and future of the hobby, all while addressing tough topics constructively. 00:25 Innovations in the 90s ...
Dr. Beckett reviews Darin Ostrom's draft manuscript on 'Sports Card Innovations in the Nineties'. Dr. Beckett discusses various aspects of the book, such as the history and evolution of sports cards, including notable compani...
Dr. Beckett tackles a diverse range of listener questions. Topics include the ups and downs of market cycles, the pros and cons of having more or fewer employees, the significance of favorite card covers, and what defines a s...
Dr. Beckett dives into the unexpected but monumental news of PSA acquiring BGS and other Beckett entities. In this episode, Dr. Beckett discusses the immediate impact on the sports card hobby, shares personal anecdotes from h...
Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein discuss collecting strategies, particularly focusing on budgeting for sports card collectors. They explore different approaches, such as acquiring a large number of inexpensive cards versus investin...
Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein discuss various aspects of the sports card hobby, including the complexity of bringing in partners for established card stores, managing inventory and cash flow, and the dynamics of selling singles ...
Rich Klein joins Dr. Beckett to further delve into the history of sports card collecting, focusing on the transformative 1980s. They discuss the significant contributions of various publications and the strategies Beckett emp...
Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein dive into the significance of hobby history books for the sports card community. They discuss various existing and upcoming publications, the importance of documenting hobby history accurately, and ...
Dr. Beckett dives into the recently announced finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2026. This episode not only covers the potential inductees, including players, coaches, and contributors, but also examines th...
Join Dr. Beckett and a roundtable of industry experts over dinner discuss the evolution of sports card manufacturing, historical trends, consumer preferences, and the integration of digital innovations like blockchain. Dive d...
Dr. Beckett and esteemed guests delve into the evolution, challenges, and security of sports cards. Topics include the importance of security measures like holograms and blockchain technology, the role of grading companies, a...
Dr. Beckett and guests delve into the evolving landscape of sports card collecting. They discuss the potential growth of non-physical sports collectibles, the financial and enjoyment aspects of digital cards, and the implicat...