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...
Join Dr. Beckett as he opens a Skybox Metal Universe Hobby box from Upper Deck, featuring 15 packs with 7 cards each. Delve into the rich history of the Metal Universe brand, its evolution, and the challenges it faced over th...
Dr. Beckett reports on the recent Watters Creek card show held from October 31 to November 3, sharing his experiences from the show, including interactions with advanced collectors like Bobby Baseball, finding an elusive stam...
Dr. Beckett addresses ten listener questions, including two related to the upcoming election. He discusses the impact of politics on the sports card hobby, shares his demographic experiences with political junk and spam from ...
Dr. Beckett, responding to Off Topic's questions from Graig and Darren, delves into the impact of the Beckett Price Guide, the complexities and evolution of card grading, and the terminology of the industry. We also explore t...
Dr. Beckett as he delves into how the upcoming presidential election could shape the sports card hobby, examining the potential impact of various party policies on collectors, dealers, and manufacturers by discussing 12 key n...
Dr. Beckett in this insightful episode of SportsCard Insights as he delves into the best and worst places to store your valuable sports card collection. Drawing from personal experiences across different living environments—f...
Dr. Beckett reviews Panini 2024 football boxes including Elite, Prestige, and Origins. This episode explores the potential future trend of combo autographs and editorializes about the controversy around the cancelation of Fan...
An exploration of Al 'Mr. Mint' Rosen's impact on the sports card collecting community, including strategies and alliances that propelled him, featuring anecdotes about key figures like Mike Gordon, John Broggi, Dick DeCourcy...
Discover what makes certain cards difficult to find, distinguish between short prints and genuinely rare items, and learn how the evolution of the market has impacted card availability and pricing. Through historical examples...
Dr. Beckett discusses the evolution and significance of game-used patches, the increase in autographed cards, and the economic dynamics behind exclusive autograph deals. The episode sheds light on the financial implications, ...
Dr. Beckett addresses ten eclectic questions from listeners. He discusses topics including selling card collections, advice for heirs, controversies around Upper Deck's 1989 Griffey card, and strategies for engaging young col...
Dr. Beckett and Phil discuss the complexities of Marvel character autographs, the distinction between Rob and Ed Broder's unlicensed card productions, and the challenges in organizing large card collections. They also touch o...
Dr. Beckett discusses the unexpected release timing of products like 2022-23 The Cup, 2023-24 OPC Platinum, 2023-24 UD Ice, and 2024-25 UD MVP 24-25, providing insights into the complexities card companies face in production ...
Dr. Beckett addresses ten listener questions on various topics related to sports card collecting. He discusses the influence of family on collecting habits, pronunciation challenges with names, the impact of Jerry Jones on fo...
Dr. Beckett shares his reflections on baseball legend Pete Rose, who recently passed away. Covering Rose's illustrious career and controversial gambling issues, Beckett discusses how these impacted Rose's legacy and his stand...
We discuss individual strategies, preferences, and the subtle nuances that give each of them an advantage while sifting through thousands of cards. With insights into rookie cards, SP's, serial numbers, subtle variations, and...
Join Dr. Beckett and Rich Klein as they discuss the nuanced world of cataloging sports cards. Rich shares his experience cataloging for COMC, emphasizing the importance of maintaining an up-to-date catalog, especially for new...
Dr. Beckett discusses the intricacies of valuing unique sports memorabilia items. He provides insights into how items such as Babe Ruth's 'called shot' jersey are appraised and what factors can influence their market value. D...
Valuable sports card insights, touching upon various card companies including Upper Deck, Panini, Topps, Pacific, and more. The discussion delves into the history and status of these companies, with a particular focus on Paci...
Dr. Beckett hosts Phil Pierce, and they discuss various intricacies of the sports card industry, including rare card sets, grading issues, and buying strategies on COMC. The conversation also touches upon organizing autograph...
Dr. Beckett discusses Greg's potential fit with CommC, the importance of loyalty programs, and the evolving landscape of the sports card industry. They cover key qualities sought by hobby companies, the significance of custom...
Dr. Beckett discusses the complexities of autograph authentication with guest Rich Klein. Rich recounts an experience where one of his personally signed cards was rejected by PSA due to a lack of signature exemplars. Despite ...
n this recap episode, Dr. Beckett delves into key points from episodes 1251 through 1274. He discusses a variety of topics, including outtakes from Hobby Hotline, listener questions, the Cleveland National Retrospective, the ...