1442 - Pique, Peak, or Peek (Hobby Dinner Convo)

Dr. Beckett hosts a hobby dinner featuring prominent figures from the sports card industry including Dave Poole, JJ Arredondo, Leon Luckey, Matt Galvin, Dane Coenen, Skepi, David Porter, Chris Ivy, Keith Hower, Ron Palmer, and Bill Sliheet. The discussion revolves around three key topics: the curiosity piqued in the past year, whether the hobby has peaked, and a peek into 2026. Insightful conversations address the resurgence of Beckett Media, the role of honesty and integrity in grading, the impact of social media and athletes on the hobby, and the importance of creativity and innovation in the future of sports card collecting.   01:41 Discussion on Hobby Peaks 03:26 Beckett's Comeback and Challenges 06:04 Future of the Hobby 08:00 Player Stories and Hobby Growth 13:18 Athlete Involvement in Trading Cards 15:58 Youth Engagement and Market Trends