1329 - Ramblings with John Keating 3.0

Dr. Beckett and John Keating explore the varying aspects of the sports card hobby, emphasizing the difference between gambling and the genuine joy of collecting. They recount personal experiences, reflect on the evolution of the hobby, and discuss how different factors have shaped the sports card community. From sorting through dollar boxes to the influence of publications and price guides they delve deep into what truly constitutes the roots of the hobby.

 

01:25 Gambling vs. Collecting

02:49 The Evolution of Card Collecting

07:18 Influential Figures in the Hobby

08:58 Geographical Impact on Collecting

11:18 Ted Williams and Innovative Card Sets