Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-7cd76-1742b95 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 consistency, and the evolution of the sports card market. Dr. Beckett also responds to…
Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-nf6as-1741a67 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 background, business philosophy, and concerns regarding the future of the brand that carries his…
Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-78sg4-173ba42 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 YouTube community. 00:47 YouTube Posting Issues 04:58 Listener Questions and Unique Items 05:35 Card Company History and Cataloging…
Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-5auip-1731d1a 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 episode delves into the early days of the magazine and the strategic decisions behind its growth. 01:08…
Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-tcb7j-1731d22 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, relationships with photographers and artists, and the evolution of the company. He…
Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-xiipe-1731d06 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 the years. From the origins of Skybox and…
Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-mcpdf-172c39e 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 stamp dealer by chance, and acquiring various hockey and NASCAR card lots. He also…
Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-jfyga-172a54f 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 both parties, and clarifies his perspective on what's best for the hobby. Dr. Beckett…
Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-cxgw4-171ead4 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 the challenges faced by Beckett Grading Services (BGS) through years of leadership…
Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-yeds2-171eabf 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 national issues including abortion, border security, climate change, crime, the opioid crisis, inflation, Israel…
Dr. Beckett showcases a variety of sports cards, ranging alphabetically from Maurice Richard to Philip Rivers. He discusses the effort and time spent curating these collections, highlighting notable cards such as the infamous AR microscopic signature, a nostalgic Bobby Richardson card, and special mentions of figures like Desmond Ridder, John…
Dr. Beckett explores his card wall, deliberating over which vintage and modern cards to display. He highlights various cards including the iconic pose of Pee Wee Reese, Dan Reeves, Mel Renfro, Darrelle Revis, and many more. He also discusses the significance of these cards and his personal connections to the…
This episode showcases cards like a personalized Scott Prusha patch, a Kirby Puckett jersey and bat piece, an unnumbered Albert Pujols card, a Tim Raines autographed rookie, and many more. Listen in for intriguing anecdotes and insights about each card, including stories about notable athletes and personal connections. 00:38 Kirby…
Dr. Beckett shares insights on a variety of sports cards, starting with wrestling legend Roddy Piper and ending with a tribute to his friend Bruce Portillo. Highlights include rare cards of Wally Pipp, Scotty Pippen, Rick Pitino, Eddie Plank, Jacques Plante, Jake Plummer, Jim Plunkett, and Troy Polamalu. Every card…
The discussion spans various sports and players, including Tony Perez, Don Perkins, Gilbert Perrault, Fred Perry, Gaylord Perry, Joe Perry, Bob Pettit, Richard Petty, and Mike Piazza. 00:13 Julius Peppers and Pacific Cards 00:31 Tony Perez and Multi-Signed Cards 01:20 Fred Perry and Tennis Nostalgia 02:17 Richard Petty and Racing…
Dr. Beckett discusses integrating new cards from BGS, shares personal anecdotes, and reflects on the significance of various players like Vince Papale, Jack Pardee, and Dave Parker. He also touches on memorable cards like Max Patkin, Danica Patrick, and soccer legend Pele. 00:21 Jim Palmer and Sponsorships 01:50 Unique and…
Dr. Beckett takes you on a tour of one panel from his extensive card wall. He discusses why each card is special, covering renowned athletes like Jim Otto, Jesse Owens, and Satchel Page. Discover the stories behind these cards, from British sets to vintage collectibles, and enjoy insights into Dr.…
Dr. Beckett discusses the significance and personal anecdotes tied to cards such as Merlin Olson's rookie card, Jermaine O'Neal, Shaquille O'Neal, Jim O'Rourke, Bobby Orr, David Ortiz (David Arias), Tom Osborne, Greg Ostertag, and various Mel Ott cards. 00:08 Merlin Olson and Jermaine O'Neal 00:40 Shaquille O'Neal's Iconic Cards 02:03…
Join Dr. James Beckett as he shares fascinating stories and insights from his collection of sports cards. In this episode, Dr. Beckett discusses a variety of cards including Phil Niekro's 1965 signed card, Ray Nitschke's rookie card, and Tommy Nobis' autographed card. He also touches on his experiences at a…
Join Dr. James Beckett as he updates his sports card wall in this short YouTube episode. He shares insights on various sports cards, including Rafael Nadal, Joe Namath, Steve Nash, Cam Neely, Byron Nelson, Pat Neshek, Hal Newhouser, Ozzie Newsome, Nate Newton, Dat Nguyen, and Kid Nichols. 00:11 Starting with…
Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-gecrk-171eaab 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—from parental homes to dorms, apartments, and barracks—Dr. Beckett highlights various challenges and benefits of each…
Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-wfva8-171ab2d 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 Fanatics Fest in Orlando (and how total honesty is not always the best policy but it is…
Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-nukd3-1712703 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, Joey Esposito, Brian Morris, and Lou Lipset. This episode unveils the dynamics of trust, market…
Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-8neku-17126ea 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 like the 1967 Topps Sandy Alomar and1971 Topps Al Weiss cards, they provide insights into…