1302 - Twelve Keating Questions

Dr. James Beckett: Sports Card Insights

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 topics such as Fanatics' audit transparency, the integration of cards with food products, and the significance of selecting a 'wingman' at card shows. 00:32 The Story Behind the First Price Guide Cover 01:44 Podcast as History Book 02:38 Vintage Card Scarcity and Demand 03:39 Audit Transparency 04:55 Food Tie-ins with Sports Cards 08:30 Grading Process and Consistency 12:14 Junk Slabs and Card Value