Dr. James Beckett: Sports Card Insights

798 - Out-Takes from ”History of the National” with Ezra Levine, Collectable

Collectable is piecing together a history of the National Sports Collectors Convention - I enjoyed my conversation with Ezra about the many high points over the years.

797 - Out-Takes from Road to the National, with Ezra Levine, Collectable

Ezra interviewed me for Collectable's series, "Road to the National", since I have attended all 42 Nationals - this is an excerpted part, audio only - but you are encouraged to check out the whole series on their website or channel - thanks Ezra.

796 - Eight Listener Questions 5.0

My fifth round of accumulating eight listener questions related to sports cards - keep them coming - send them to doctorjamesbeckett@gmail.com and thanks!

795 - National Prep

I give ten thoughts about the upcoming National Sports Collectors Convention in Atlantic City and detail my preparation for it - hope to see you there!

794 - Out-Takes on Dallas vs. The National from Hobby Hotline 070222

The very successful, six times a year, Dallas card shows are an important part of the hobby's card show calendar, but there's only one National, this year in Atlantic City and next year in Chicago.

793 - Out-Takes on International Trading Card Day from Hobby Hotline 070222

Among other things we talk about the upcoming inaugural International Trading Card Day from Topps/Fanatics.  This is one way the hobby can dynamically grow with increased worldwide exposure - thanks Topps and Fanatics!

792 - Out-Takes from Hobby Hotline Hobby Palooza 062522, Part 2

We were on for almost an hour, here's the last edited portion that I thought was worth sharing - thanks Mike and Ty for contributing again to collaborative hobby content.

791 - Out-Takes from Hobby Hotline Hobby Palooza 062522

Bench Clear Media's annual HobbyPalooza involved a special edition of Hobby Hotline, essentially simulcast, and with a lively, expanded roster of co-hosts.

790 - Interview: Kunal Chopra, new Beckett CEO, Part 2

Kunal and I had an extended conversation, with then and now considerations.  Looking forward to his imprint on my old company.  He is in the process of moving to Dallas, so we will hear more from Kunal later.

789 - Interview: Kunal Chopra, new Beckett CEO

I had the pleasure of hearing Kunal's exciting plans for my old company - truly an exciting time for him to come into this industry with his strong tech leadership background - welcome Kunal!