Interview with Tom and Judy Dawson from 52 Plus Joker

Published September 07, 2015 Updated November 24, 2023

Interview with Tom and Judy Dawson from 52 Plus Joker. Chatting about the history of playing cards, uses of cards and collecting.

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This is an interesting interview which currently doesn't have many views on YouTube, so I thought I'd share it. Playing card experts Tom and Judy Dawson chat about the history of playing cards, uses of cards and collecting. For more information about the 52 Plus Joker club visit their site.

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By Adam Wintle

Thailand • Member since March 15, 1997

Adam has been involved in developing the site as well as reviewing new decks and conducting research. He is particularly interested in innovation, Kickstarter and East Asian cards. He is a member of the IPCS, 52 Plus Joker, and webmaster of the EPCS.

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