Episodes

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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Dec. 9, 2024

1312 - Panini Mosaic and Crown Royale

Dr. Beckett reviews two sports card products from Panini: the 2024 Mosaic Football and the 2023-24 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Basketball. He compares the features, price points, and card contents of both products, sharing hi...

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Dec. 6, 2024

1311 - Selling My Friend's Collection For Him

Dr. Beckett shares his experience helping a good friend sell a vast sports card and memorabilia collection. He navigates through offers, auction houses, and consignment options, ultimately securing a favorable outcome. Dr. Be...

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Dec. 4, 2024

1310 - Out-Takes from Hobby Hotline 112324

Dr. Beckett delves into a recent episode of Hobby Hotline with Danny Black and Adam from Splendid Sports. The discussion touches on various topics, including the evolution and value of collectible stickers, the potential prob...

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Dec. 2, 2024

1309 - Tribute: Bennett

Dr. Beckett intertwines insights on sports card collecting, drawing parallels between the patience and dedication required in both pet ownership and the hobby. He discusses the importance of service, the value of time, and th...

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Nov. 29, 2024

1306 - Our Hobby Roles, with Rich Klein

Dr. Beckett discusses various roles within the sports card hobby alongside Rich Klein. They delve into Dr. Beckett's experiences and preferences, including his dislike for the CEO role despite being proficient at it, and his ...

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Nov. 27, 2024

1305 - Ramblings with Rich Klein 10.0

Dr. Beckett, with Rich Klein, delves into several intriguing conundrums facing sports card enthusiasts. They discuss an exciting redemption pack offering all-expense paid trips, debating the value of visiting sports hall of f...

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Nov. 25, 2024

1304 - Selling Out, with Rich Klein

Dr. Beckett chats with Rich Klein about Rich's recent sports card transaction buying on Friday and selling on Saturday. Rich reminisces about his interactions with dealers and collectors. Whether you're a seasoned collector o...

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Nov. 22, 2024

1303 - Ten Video Questions

Dr. Beckett addresses questions about his card wall and box reveal videos. He discusses challenges with handling slippery cards, shares insights on notable sports figures like Randy Moss and Jason Williams, and reveals unique...

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Nov. 20, 2024

1302 - Twelve Keating Questions

Dr. Beckett addresses questions from John Keating, discussing the story behind the card choices for the 'brown' cover of the 1979 Sport Americana Baseball Card price guide, the importance of vintage card scarcity, grading con...

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Nov. 18, 2024

1301 - NOT in Prison!

Dr. Beckett clarifies his sale of Beckett Media nearly 20 years ago and distances himself from his eponymous former company's current owner, Greg Lindbergh, who is facing serious legal issues. Dr. Beckett discusses his backgr...

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Nov. 15, 2024

1300 - Recap: Podcast Episodes 1276-1299

Topics include authentication issues, pricing unique items, cataloging, Pete Rose's tribute, and insights from various guests. Dr. Beckett also addresses challenges faced with YouTube uploads and his appreciation for the YouT...

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Nov. 13, 2024

1299 - Retrospective 40 years, Part 2, with Mike Payne

In this interview recorded by Mike Payne for a magazine article, Dr. Beckett discusses various aspects of the sports card hobby over the past 40 years. He shares insights on cover design decisions, memorable magazine issues, ...

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Nov. 11, 2024

1298 - Retrospective 40 years, with Mike Payne

Interviewed by Mike Payne, Beckett's editorial leader and longstanding friend, Dr. Beckett reflects on the Beckett Baseball magazine's origins, challenges, and success stories since its inception in 1984 (and before). The epi...

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