Dr. Beckett unretires to share sports card stories, analyses, and opinions, based on his six decades of intensive experience.
Episodes
Sunday Dec 08, 2019
Sunday Dec 08, 2019
The case against sticker autographs ... and in defense of sticker autographs!
Saturday Dec 07, 2019
Saturday Dec 07, 2019
An encouragement for more "explicit" cards, that is, clearly spelling out slight differences in cards that can have big value implications. After all, the definition of explicit: stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion.
Saturday Dec 07, 2019
Saturday Dec 07, 2019
A discussion of what makes a beautiful, well-designed card - specifically the card front in this short mini-episode: name, logo, art, color, borders, portrait, in action, specialty, etc. If you have questions or comments, just contact doctorjamesbeckett@gmail.com - thanks!
Friday Dec 06, 2019
Thursday Dec 05, 2019
Thursday Dec 05, 2019
The physical aspects of excellent card design, including card shape, thickness, coating, embossing, etc.
Wednesday Dec 04, 2019
Wednesday Dec 04, 2019
We hear Rich Mueller's origin story of his collecting background as well as his sports broadcasting experience, culminating with his Sports Collectors Daily, which is free and highly recommended.
Tuesday Dec 03, 2019
Tuesday Dec 03, 2019
Chris Carlin, Upper Deck's Senior Manager of Customer Experience, gives us a preview of what to expect in 2020 from Upper Deck (upperdeck.com).
Monday Dec 02, 2019
Monday Dec 02, 2019
A tribute to my friend and former book publishing partner, Denny Eckes, and his major impacts on our industry, before his untimely passing in 1991.
Sunday Dec 01, 2019
Sunday Dec 01, 2019
Rich and I "encourage" the card companies to make the serial numbering of cards more visible, and, in general, more recognizable, without distracting from the aesthetics of the card.
Sunday Dec 01, 2019
Sunday Dec 01, 2019
Rich and I briefly discuss the merits of having a facsimile autograph on the front of the card.