Dr. James Beckett: Sports Card Insights

What if PED's (performance enhancing drugs) were suddenly undetectable (and hence perhaps indirectly acceptable)?  How would that effect the game itself as well as players active as well as retired.

What would be the positive or negative implications of PSA 9.5 cards?

What if there were no redemption cards at all (due to legal, business, or other reasons) - would that be good or bad for our industry?

What if the recent damaging Dallas tornado had hit just two miles farther north or two miles farther south?

Rich Klein and I discuss the hypothetical scenarios whereby Panini, Topps, and Upper Deck do not exist  at all or at least in the form they are now.  Any listener ideas for other "What If" topics or episodes can be sent to [email protected] if you'd like.

Sponsor Bill Huggins relates the distinctives of Huggins & Scott Auctions, including their famous "treasure chest" and "shoebox" auction lots.

Mike Fruitman discusses his passion for making local card shops and the hobby more kid friendly, through his successful Kids Club concept.

Rich Klein and I discuss memories (and the 50th anniversary) of 1969 Topps Baseball, its series, inserts, and oddities.

Rob Veres walks through some of the processes, procedures, and innovations he has employed to great advantage in the growth and success of Burbank Sportscards. 

The case against sticker autographs ... and in defense of sticker autographs!