Dr. Beckett sits down with Phil Rosenzweig, author of One Splendid Season, to delve into the fascinating world of the iconic and revered T202 Triple Folders. Their conversation covers the unique aspects of the T202 set, including its innovative use of fast shutter speed photography and detailed captions that shed light on early 20th-century baseball. They also discuss the historical context of the 1912 baseball season, notable players featured in the set, and the evolution of baseball photography. Phil's book is recommended and available from PMRbooks.com/T202 or Amazon.
00:50 Collecting T202 Triple Folders
05:08 1912: A Pivotal Year in Baseball
08:06 Marketing and Popularity of T Cards
09:41 Legendary Players and Iconic Cards
14:25 Baseball Photography Evolution