FatPacks Podcast

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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...

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.

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...

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.

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 - Rob Bertrand & National Hobby Shop Day. Join us tonight as we sit down with Rob Bertrand to discuss National Hobby Shop Day, which is happening this Saturday. He has all the details you need to make this Saturday successful at the LCS. Powered by Midwest Box Breaks. Head over to www.midwestboxbreaks.com and use code MBB10 for 10% off your first break with Ben and the crew.

Beckett Live Presents: The Card Foundation Podcast. Tonight we're talking wrestling cards with The Card Foundation. They have a weekly show dedicated to wrestling cards and tonight they're bringing some of that energy to BLP. Powered by Dynasty Breaks. Head to www.dynastybreaks.com where new customers receive $5 off their first break.

Beckett Live Presents: The Personal Finance Dad. Dustin is a great many things. A collector, a hobbyist, a bit of a self-proclaimed nerd, and a YouTuber. Join us tonight to find out how he juggles all of that. Powered by Dynasty Breaks. Head to www.dynastybreaks.com where new customers receive $5 off their first break. BLP is also brought to you by, Pastime Marketplace. Use code Beckett10 at checkout when shopping at www.pastimemarketplace.com for 10% off your order.

Beckett Live Presents: AJ Dillon. This Packers running back is making a name for himself in the league and in the hobby. Join us to find out more about Dillon's collecting habits, his thoughts on the hobby, and we might ask him about A-Aron as well. Powered by Midwest Box Breaks. Head over to www.MidwestBoxBreaks.com and use code MBB10 for 10% off your first break there.

Beckett Live Presents: The Dallas Card Show. In case you haven't heard, the sports card scene in Dallas is healthy and alive. A big part of that is The Dallas Card Show. Join us this evening as we discuss the history of the show and what this weekend event is going to look like. Powered by Midwest Box Breaks. Head to www.midwestboxbreaks.com and use code MBB10 for 10% your first break.

Beckett Live Presents: Mr. K-Dub. We all have stories, but this guy might have the best one. He's a teacher, a rapper, a hopper, and a collector. Find out more about Mr. K-Dub, and his High-5, tonight on Beckett Live Presents. Powered by Pastime Marketplace. Head to www.pastimemarketplace.com and use code Beckett 10 at checkout for 10% off your order.

Beckett Live Presents: Heros For Sale. If you are on TikTok, YouTube, or Instagram you have most likely seen Adam from Heros for Sale. He is a constant in the hobby with his commentary on the market, tips, tricks, and info that he provides. Join us tomorrow night, October 19th, as he makes his Beckett Live Presents debut to discuss all things collecting. Powered by Midwest Box Breaks. Head over to www.midwestboxbreaks.com and use code MBB10 for 10% off your first order.

Beckett Live Presents: The Great Curator. Daniel Nguyen is a collector of a great many things. Sports cards, superhero cards, action figures, and anything in between. Join us this evening as we discuss all things collecting with The Great Curator. Powered by Dynasty Breaks. Check out www.dynastybreaks.com where new customers receive $5 off their first break. Also brought to you by, Pastime Marketplace. Visit www.pastimemarketplace.com and enjoy 10% off your order with Beckett10 at checkout.

Beckett Live Presents: Dan Pietens. We were supposed to have Dan on last week, but we weren't able to make that happen. However, we had a spot to plug him into here. Come hang out and see why Dan's work is special. Powered by Midwest Box Breaks. Head over to www.midwestboxbreaks.com and use code MBB10 for 10% off your first break.

Beckett Live Presents PhygiCards Part 2. Last night we were introduced to PhygiCards by founder Brenton Demko and his son, and the subject of the cards, Thatcher Demko. Tonight we hear from the artist behind the cards. Lauren Taylor, Blake Jamieson, Jamie Thomas, and Dan Pietens. Powered by Pastime Marketplace. Use code Beckett10 for 10% off your order at www.pastimemarketplace.com.