Dr. Beckett shares insights as he prepares for the upcoming National Sports Collectors Convention. He reflects on the differences between the National and Fanatics Fest, emphasizing the unique experiences they offer for father-son attendees. Dr. Beckett also addresses listener questions about the future of sports card values, the evolution of price guides, and the potential for real-time pricing tools. He highlights the importance of eye appeal in card collecting and discusses his predictions for this year's convention attendance.

 

00:29 Fanatics Fest vs. The National

01:24 Father-Son Dynamics in Collecting

03:03 Memories and Price Guides

03:42 Future National Locations and Predictions

05:51 Real-Time Pricing and Market Trends

06:43 The Importance of Eye Appeal

12:32 Authentic vs. Number Graded Cards