Dr. James Beckett: Sports Card Insights

Exactly three years ago I gave a speech at the Beckett Industry Summit held here in Dallas that year on the "then and now" importance of the city and location of Dallas to the sports card hobby.  Times have changed but much of what was said still holds.

Louise Bird was a key contributor to the success of Beckett Publications based on her attitude and experience - Bob and I fondly remember her contributions.

Joe and I discuss his broad hobby origin story as well as his recent arrival at Heritage Auctions and the impact on adjacent categories of collectibles.

Last week left many in Texas without electrical power for extended periods of time - how did I and other collectors cope? 

Last week's record low temperatures in Texas was disruptive to all aspects of life including sports card collecting.

An accumulation of six sports card hobby and personal questions asked by listeners recently, each briefly addressed.  Direct your questions to doctorjamesbeckett@gmail.com and thanks.

Hobby Hotline is a fast-moving live call-in show on Saturday mornings - this is a brief excerpt from the show two weeks ago.  If you enjoy this snippet, check out the whole show, past or future.

Patrick's hobby origin story beginning at age six and resulting in Radicards now. 

NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt passed away exactly twenty years ago today.  Val Marz, host of the NASCARD Radio podcast helps me remember this racing icon.

Torsten and I talk about the skills acquired in sports cards collecting that serve one well in their career and non-hobby life.