Lauren Taylor

EP 361 - The One With Lauren Taylor. It's been a long time since we dropped a FatPacks episode, and we're excited to be back with this one. Eric sat down with Sports Artist of the Year, Lauren Taylor to discuss her whirlwind 2022. From meeting Gordon Ramsey to her very own Topps set. It was a wild ride, and that was just through August.

EP 361 The One With Lauren Taylor

We're joined by Peter Chang  as he shares the story that is 18 years in the making. From being featured in Beckett's Readers Write with the Pull of the Month, to 18 years later and he has one of the most coveted cards in the hobby for auction at Goldin.  Don't miss this one. Brought to you by Dynasty Breaks. Head over to www.dynastybreaks.com where new customers receive $5 off their first break.

We're joined by Peter Chang as he shares the story that is 18 years in the making. From being featured in Beckett's Readers Write with the Pull of the Month, to 18 years later and he has one of the most coveted cards in the hobby for auction at Goldin. Don't miss this one. Brought to you by Dynasty Breaks. Head over to <a href="http://www.dynastybreaks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dynastybreaks.com</a> where new customers receive $5 off their first break.

Peter Goes To Paris On Beckett Live Presents

Tonight on Beckett Live Presents we're going to cover News and Notes for 2/22/22 as we take a look at recent sales and other hobby news. Powered by Dynasty Breaks. Head over to www.dynastybreaks.com where new customers receive $5 off their first break.

Tonight on Beckett Live Presents we're going to cover News and Notes for 2/22/22 as we take a look at recent sales and other hobby news. Powered by Dynasty Breaks. Head over to <a href="http://www.dynastybreaks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dynastybreaks.com</a> where new customers receive $5 off their first break.

Beckett Live Presents News And Notes 2 22 22

Tuesday - February 15th - 7 PM CST we welcome Stephanie Garcia, aka Mama Breaks, to Beckett Live Presents to get her take on the hobby. From card shows, breaking, TikTok, and everything in between, Stephanie will cover it all. Powered by Dynasty Breaks. Head over to www.dynastybreaks.com where new customers receive $5 off their first break.

Tuesday - February 15th - 7 PM CST we welcome Stephanie Garcia, aka Mama Breaks, to Beckett Live Presents to get her take on the hobby. From card shows, breaking, TikTok, and everything in between, Stephanie will cover it all. Powered by Dynasty Breaks. Head over to <a href="http://www.dynastybreaks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dynastybreaks.com</a> where new customers receive $5 off their first break.

Beckett Live Presents  Mama Breaks

Mike Bacsik

Mike Bacsik from 105.3 The Fan joins us to discuss collecting during the lockout, Super Bowl LVI predictions, and much more. Powered by Dynasty Breaks. Head to www.dynastybreaks.com where new customers receive $5 off their first break.

Mike Bacsik from 105.3 The Fan joins us to discuss collecting during the lockout, Super Bowl LVI predictions, and much more. Powered by Dynasty Breaks. Head to <a href="http://www.dynastybreaks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dynastybreaks.com</a> where new customers receive $5 off their first break.

Beckett Live Presents 105.3 The Fan's Mike Bacsik

Eric Doty

Craig Sandlin

Loupe's Founder/CEO, Eric Doty, and Head of Business Development, Craig Sandlin, join BLP to discuss trust and respect in the hobby and how that is played out on their platform. With all of the unrest in the hobby lately, this will be a timely discussion and help those with concerns better understand the standards that Loupe brings to the table. Powered by Dynasty Breaks. Head to www.dynastybreaks.com where new customers receive $5 off their first break. Also, brought to you in part by Pastime Marketplace. Use code BECKETT10 at checkout on your next order at www.pastimemarketplace.com.

Loupe's Founder/CEO, Eric Doty, and Head of Business Development, Craig Sandlin, join BLP to discuss trust and respect in the hobby and how that is played out on their platform. With all of the unrest in the hobby lately, this will be a timely discussion and help those with concerns better understand the standards that Loupe brings to the table. Powered by Dynasty Breaks. Head to <a href="http://www.dynastybreaks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dynastybreaks.com</a> where new customers receive $5 off their first break. Also, brought to you in part by Pastime Marketplace. Use code BECKETT10 at checkout on your next order at <a href="http://www.pastimemarketplace.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.pastimemarketplace.com</a>.

Beckett Live Presents  Loupe's Eric Doty And Craig Sandlin

Midwest Box Breaks founder, Ben Smith, joins BLP to discuss his new venture, the Break Club NFT. Dropping this Friday learn all about what to expect from the hobby's NFT.Brought to you by, Dynasty Breaks. Check out www.dynastybreaks.com where all new customers receive $5 off their first break. Also in part by, Pastime Marketplace. Use code BECKETT10 for 10% off your order at www.pastimemarketplace.com.

Midwest Box Breaks founder, Ben Smith, joins BLP to discuss his new venture, the Break Club NFT. Dropping this Friday learn all about what to expect from the hobby's NFT. Brought to you by, Dynasty Breaks. Check out <a href="http://www.dynastybreaks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dynastybreaks.com</a> where all new customers receive $5 off their first break. Also in part by, Pastime Marketplace. Use code BECKETT10 for 10% off your order at <a href="http://www.pastimemarketplace.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.pastimemarketplace.com</a>.

Beckett Live Presents Break Club NFT Debut

Tonight on Beckett Live Presents we are going to take a look at the five highest-priced BGS cards that sold at Goldin Auction over the weekend. We will also discuss a Tom Brady card that was featured on TMZ that could go for $2M, and we will break a box of 21-22 NBA Hoops from Panini.Powered by Dynasty Breaks. Head over to dynastybreaks.com where new customers receive $5 off their first order. Also brought to you in part by Pastime Marketplace. Use code BECKETT10 for 10% off your order at pastimemarketplace.com.

Tonight on Beckett Live Presents we are going to take a look at the five highest-priced BGS cards that sold at Goldin Auction over the weekend. We will also discuss a Tom Brady card that was featured on TMZ that could go for $2M, and we will break a box of 21-22 NBA Hoops from Panini. Powered by Dynasty Breaks. Head over to <a href="http://dynastybreaks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dynastybreaks.com</a> where new customers receive $5 off their first order. Also brought to you in part by Pastime Marketplace. Use code BECKETT10 for 10% off your order at <a href="http://pastimemarketplace.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">pastimemarketplace.com</a>.

BGS Goldin Auction Review

Mike Sommer

Mike Sommer is a BLP favorite and a good friend of the show. Tonight he stops down to discuss the hobby shifting news that Topps has been purchased by Fanatics. Powered by Dynasty Breaks. Head to www.dynastybreaks.com where new customers receive $5 off their first break. Also brought to you by Pastime Marketplace. Use code BECKETT10 at checkout for 10% off your order at www.pastimemarketplace.com.

Mike Sommer is a BLP favorite and a good friend of the show. Tonight he stops down to discuss the hobby shifting news that Topps has been purchased by Fanatics. Powered by Dynasty Breaks. Head to <a href="http://www.dynastybreaks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dynastybreaks.com</a> where new customers receive $5 off their first break. Also brought to you by Pastime Marketplace. Use code BECKETT10 at checkout for 10% off your order at <a href="http://www.pastimemarketplace.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.pastimemarketplace.com</a>.

Beckett Live Presents Mike Sommer

Mike Fruitman

Beckett Live Presents - Mike Fruitman. Last night we discussed National Hobby Shop Day with Rob Bertrand from GTS. Today we are touching base with one of the 150 LCS owners who is participating this Saturday, Mike Fruitman of Mike's Stadium Sports Cards.Powered by Dynasty Breaks. Check out dynastybreaks.com where new customers receive $5 off their first break.

Beckett Live Presents - Mike Fruitman. Last night we discussed National Hobby Shop Day with Rob Bertrand from GTS. Today we are touching base with one of the 150 LCS owners who is participating this Saturday, Mike Fruitman of Mike's Stadium Sports Cards. Powered by Dynasty Breaks. Check out <a href="http://dynastybreaks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dynastybreaks.com</a> where new customers receive $5 off their first break.

Beckett Live Presents - Mike Fruitman

The FatPacks Podcast is a fun-filled, fast-paced show that brings today's collectors closer to the hobby with informative news, topical conversation, and in-depth interviews with industry leaders and enthusiasts alike.  Be sure to follow us on Twitter!@edizzle116

Not really a huge card fan but love this podcast Eric keep up the good work brother. 2nasty6 baby

Great show

This is a podcast I never miss. Great content every week that stays fresh. It’s a fun listen.

Phenomenal sports card podcast

The FatPacks Podcast is a fun-filled, fast-paced show that brings today's collectors closer to the hobby with informative news, topical conversation, and in-depth interviews with industry leaders and enthusiasts alike. Be sure to follow us on Twitter! @edizzle116

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On this special edition of The Fat Packs Podcast, Eric and Paul are coming to you live from AZ Sports Cards from Spring Training 2018. This episode is filled with surprise guests, collecting goodness, and just a ton of fun, literally.

EP 262 AZ Sports Cards

On this special bonus episode of the Fat Packs, Eric sits down with Cardboard Legends in Van Nuys, CA to talk all things hobby.

EP 276 Cardboard Legends

Dan Pashman

Stephanie Carlson

Kyle Farmer

On the Best of March 2018 we revisit our interviews with The Sporkful's Dan Pashman, Panini's Stephanie Carlson, and the LA Dodgers rookie Kyle Farmer.

EP 267 Best Of Kyle Farmer, Dan Pashman, and Stephanie Carlson

David Wright

This week the guys are joined by Ty Wilson of Breaker Culture to learn about the platform that he has created to help collectors become more informed about the breakers they use. It's complete with a user-friendly rating system, links to breakers, and even a complimentary podcast to help learn a little more about the breakers themselves. Next, David Wright returns to the show to talk about Zumbaz, players wives, and Orenthal James as he breaks down 1991 Proline Portraits. All that, plus winners, National Hockey Card Day, Eric Lindros and much more this week on Beckett Radio

2 - 16 The One With Breaker Culture & David Wright

Steve Grad

This week the guys are joined by Matt Sammons of Wax Ecstatic to talk about the joys of podcasting the Junk Wax Era of baseball cards. Matt hosts a great show that will bring your childhood collecting memories right to the front of your mind and it's checking out. Later,  Steve Grad joins the show talk NFL Playoffs, upcoming BAS shows, including one at the home of the Pawn Stars, and chasing autographs from the 2017 MLB Hall of Fame Class.  All that plus winners, another giveaway, and so much more.

1 - 19 The One With Wax Ecstatic And Steve Grad

Bryan Gavin

Ryan Cracknell

This week, we talk to Bryan Gavin of Ultimate Box Breaks about his NSCC experience, the Panini VIP party, and much more! We also bring on Beckett Media's new Hobby Editor, Ryan Cracknell, as we talk new products and some topical hobby news. Check out the Month of Marvel all month long on beckett.com/news as well as their social media outlets for some amazing giveaways!Follow us on Twitter for special giveaways, breaking news, and other entertainment &gt;&gt;&gt; twitter.com/BeckettRadioIf you have any questions or comments, email us at radio@beckett.com.

This week, we talk to Bryan Gavin of Ultimate Box Breaks about his NSCC experience, the Panini VIP party, and much more! We also bring on Beckett Media's new Hobby Editor, Ryan Cracknell, as we talk new products and some topical hobby news. Check out the Month of Marvel all month long on <a href="http://beckett.com/news" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">beckett.com/news</a> as well as their social media outlets for some amazing giveaways! Follow us on Twitter for special giveaways, breaking news, and other entertainment &gt;&gt;&gt; <a href="http://twitter.com/BeckettRadio" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitter.com/BeckettRadio</a> If you have any questions or comments, email us at radio@beckett.com.

8/13 - Ultimate Box Breaks (Bryan Gavin), Ryan Cracknell, & more!

This week on Beckett Radio we are dropping an early episode because Eric will be out of the office for a couple of weeks, but before he leaves we have a lot to talk about. For instance, Topps Transcendent at a whopping $27k a box, MTG with a $10k buy in, and over reaction Mondays around the NFL.  All that and more, this week on Beckett Radio.

10 - 31 Topps Transcendent, Beckett Gaming, & Fantasy Recap

Scott Schwartz

Derek Ficken

This week on Beckett Radio the guys are joined by Scott Schwartz, best known for his roles in "The Toy" and "A Christmas Story", to talk about those films, his dad's time in the Army working with Elvis, and the role he had in developing Stadium of Stars and Americana.  Derek Ficken joins the show to breakdown the new turnaround times at BGS, and we also talk a little bit of music as we do when he is on the show. Finally, we have winners of the 2016 Beckett Radio Listeners Choice awards  and the $50 LOC from BGS.

1 - 5 Scott Schwartz of "A Christmas Story" & Derek Ficken of Beckett Grading

On this episode of The Fat Packs, Eric and Paul sit down to recap The 2017 National. We breakdown everything from the atmosphere on the show floor to the hype in the autograph lines. We also have some insight on a huge gaming card auction that recently ended and what that means for the future of those cards. Finally, we talk about 2017 Topps National Baseball Card Day and how you can be a part of it. All that, plus the winner of our Steve Young auto is announced, this week, with The Fat Packs.

8 - 10 The One With The National Recap & Topps National Baseball Card Day

On this episode, we are going back to four interviews we recorded earlier this year with Sam Darnold, Ro Jones, Armani Watts, and Jordan Lasley. These are four interviews that we had the most fun with from the rookie class and as the season kicks off we wanted to revisit them and get the season started right. Also, friend of the show Kin Kinsley jumps on with us to discuss collecting, card shows, and more. All that, plus much more, this week on The Fat Packs Podcast.

EP 293 NFL Rookie Showcase

On this episode, Eric and Kevin take another look at 2017's 30 For 30: What Carter Lost. In 1988 Dallas Carter was on top of the high school football world but it all came crashing down when the unthinkable happened. Join us as we talk about their story and its place in Texas high school football lore, this week as we go from Hollywood to the hobby, on Props.

Props - What Carter Lost

On this special edition, Eric and Paul are joined by Kevin Hageland and Corey Mageors, better known as the K&amp;C Masterpiece on 105.3 The Fan here in the DFW. We are talking all thing collecting with these guys. From junk wax to big-time investments its all covered here.  We also learn about how they got their start in radio and which of them may or may not have an arrest record. All that, plus another Top Shelp Breaks giveaway that you need to be a part of, on this very special episode of the Fat Packs Podcast.

9 - 27 The One With The K&C Masterpiece

On this episode, Eric is coming to you from the Sport Card Expo in Toronto brought to you by Universal Distribution. He chats with Topps, Greg and Sue Wood, Ken Reid, Eddie Shack, and David Wright and Chris Harris to close the show.

EP 348 From The Sport Card Expo

Kin Kinsley

On this episode, Eric is back with the first show of 2019 and he is starting it off right with his friend and fellow collector Mr. Kin Kinsley. Together they discuss hobby burnout, what causes it, and ways to maybe rekindle the fire. Eric also has takes on health, coin collecting, and news coming from the UD Conference. All that, plus new products and pricing, this week on The Fat Packs Podcast.

EP 310 Hobby Burnout With Kin Kinsley

On this episode, Eric is back from Toronto with thoughts from the Expo and Panini Prizm Basketball. He's also reviewing two recent interviews that he did for Dr. Beckett's podcast Sports Card Insights. They are talking sponsorships and wrestling cards.Be sure to check out our sponsors.Join Badger Breaks at www.badgerbreaks.comJoin Dynasty Breaks at www.dynastybreaks.comGrab a beautiful graded card box at www.pastimemarketplace.com

On this episode, Eric is back from Toronto with thoughts from the Expo and Panini Prizm Basketball. He's also reviewing two recent interviews that he did for Dr. Beckett's podcast Sports Card Insights. They are talking sponsorships and wrestling cards. Be sure to check out our sponsors. Join Badger Breaks at <a href="http://www.badgerbreaks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.badgerbreaks.com</a> Join Dynasty Breaks at <a href="http://www.dynastybreaks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dynastybreaks.com</a> Grab a beautiful graded card box at <a href="http://www.pastimemarketplace.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.pastimemarketplace.com</a>

EP 349 Sports Card Insights Review

On this special edition, live from the 2017 NSCC in Chicago, Eric and Paul are joined by a slew of guest that range from all walks of life. First up, Fat Packs fan and collector Matt, hopes on the mics just because he was walking by. He's a Packers and Brewers fan and he just wanted to talk about it with the guys. Next up is Andre who has a brand new take on Babe Ruth and candy.The Autograph Card made their way over to the mics to talk about what they have to offer as well. We close the show with back to back monster guest. First, Florida State Sen. Joseph Abruzzo talks about collecting and how he mixes his job with his hobby, then Steve Grad closes the show with an update about all things BAS. All that and much more.

2017 NSCC Day 1

Chris Steuber

On this episode of The Fat Packs Podcast, Eric and Paul dive deep into Philly sports with NFL / Eagles Insider Chris Steuber, who happens to "dabble" with baseball cards as well. We talk rookies, collecting, Flyers, and the Arean Football League with a former player personnel director who has great insights into Philly Fan. We also discuss what was happening in 1977, the year of the last total solar eclipse, and we take an adventure into the animal kingdom. All that, plus much more, this week on The Fat Packs Podcast

8 - 18 The One With Base Ball Cards Daily Chris Steuber

Scott Sargent

WFNY's Scott Sargent joins the show for what is sure to be one of our best yet. He breaks down the shoe game in terms that even the novice collector can understand and piques the interest of our host. Plus he gives some feedback on what Cleveland was like last night as he attended the Cavs ring ceremony and caught game 1 of the World Series as his hometown Tribe crushed the Northsiders.

10 - 26 WFNY's Scott Sargent talking Kicks, Cavs, and Indians

Jason Crosby

This week on Beckett Radio we discuss the Ben Simmons Upper Deck exclusive and what it means for collectors. Also, sketch artist Jason Crosby joins us to talk about what it's like to create cards for Upper Deck and Topps, and pulling his own card from a product. Plus many giveaways!

6/30 - Ben Simmons Upper Deck Exclusive News, Jason Crosby Sketch Artist Interview, and much more!

On this episode, Eric sits down with Big Shep of About the Cards Podcast for a conversation that is long overdue. First, they clear the air about some misunderstandings then they get into Shep’s George Brett collection and you will find out why he’s our Super Collector of the Month. We also touch on Barry Sanders, Buster Posey, and a touching story about World Series that you don’t want to miss. Later in the show, The Sports Card Exchange’s Lou Papa stops down to talk about the current market strength of hockey, who you should be watching for next, and the influence of Chinese money in the hobby. All that plus new products and pricing, the Atlanta Hawks at team number 15 on our NBA 30 Teams 30 Weeks countdown, and more, this week on The Fat Packs Podcast.  Check out the About the Cards Podcast live Wednesday’s at 10 PM on YouTube.https://www.youtube.com/c/AboutTheCards  Head over to Sports Card Exchange to see Lou’s collection.https://sportscardexchange.com/ Be sure to so our sponsor some love over at Badger Breaks this week and jump into one of their breaks. www.badgerbreaks.comCheck out Ken Karl Sports Art for one of a kind commissioned art pieces.www.kenkarlsportsart.com

On this episode, Eric sits down with Big Shep of About the Cards Podcast for a conversation that is long overdue. First, they clear the air about some misunderstandings then they get into Shep’s George Brett collection and you will find out why he’s our Super Collector of the Month. We also touch on Barry Sanders, Buster Posey, and a touching story about World Series that you don’t want to miss. Later in the show, The Sports Card Exchange’s Lou Papa stops down to talk about the current market strength of hockey, who you should be watching for next, and the influence of Chinese money in the hobby. All that plus new products and pricing, the Atlanta Hawks at team number 15 on our NBA 30 Teams 30 Weeks countdown, and more, this week on The Fat Packs Podcast. Check out the About the Cards Podcast live Wednesday’s at 10 PM on YouTube. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/AboutTheCards" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/AboutTheCards</a> Head over to Sports Card Exchange to see Lou’s collection. <a href="https://sportscardexchange.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://sportscardexchange.com/</a> Be sure to so our sponsor some love over at Badger Breaks this week and jump into one of their breaks. <a href="http://www.badgerbreaks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.badgerbreaks.com</a> Check out Ken Karl Sports Art for one of a kind commissioned art pieces. <a href="http://www.kenkarlsportsart.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.kenkarlsportsart.com</a>

EP 319 Big Shep & Sports Card Exchange

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