The Collector's Compass
The Collector’s Compass is the official podcast and video series of Collectors MD, where we explore the stories, struggles, and solutions within the world of collecting. Hosted by Alyx Effron, Founder of Collectors MD, each episode dives into real conversations with collectors, industry experts, counselors, and those directly impacted by compulsive collecting behaviors.
From the psychology behind compulsive spending to strategies for finding balance and joy in your hobby, The Collector’s Compass is your guide to navigating the fine line between passion and compulsion. Whether you’re into sports cards, TCGs, memorabilia, sneakers, watches, comics, NFTs, or any other collectibles, this podcast offers insights, inspiration, and support for collectors at all stages.
Watch all episodes of The Collector's Compass on YouTube.
Make sure to also check out our other video series, Behind The Breaks & Collectors MD Features, streaming on all platforms.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 97 minutes
- Episodes
- 8
- Years Active
- 2025
The Collector’s Compass Episode #8: Collecting For Joy, Not The World With Travis, @MontanaNorseman
In this episode of The Collector’s Compass, we’re honored to spotlight Travis LaVanway—better known in our community as @MontanaNorseman.
Travis first joined Collectors MD after winning our second Co…
The Collector's Compass Episode #7: Collecting Or Compulsion? With Dr. Aakar (Rick) Shah, D.O.
In this episode of The Collector’s Compass, we sit down with Dr. Aakar (Rick) Shah, D.O., to explore the medical and psychological layers of compulsive collecting. As a physician, Dr. Shah offers an …
The Collector's Compass Episode #6: Bridging Mental Health & The Hobby With Traylor Disbrow, LPC-A
In this episode of The Collector’s Compass, we sit down with therapist-in-training Traylor Disbrow to explore the connection between mental health and the sports card hobby. From his own wake-up call…
The Collector's Compass Episode #4: Finding Light In A Dark Hobby Space With Andrew, @TecmoCards
In this episode of The Collector's Compass, we sit down with Andrew Smith—better known in the hobby as @TecmoCards—for a raw, honest conversation about mental health, depression, anxiety, and how col…
The Collector's Compass Episode #5: From Burnout To Balance In The Hobby With Dayae Kim, LMFT
In this episode of The Collector's Compass, we sit down with licensed therapist Dayae Kim for a heartfelt conversation about mental health, identity, and the emotional toll collecting can take when p…
The Collector's Compass Episode #1: Gambling & Hobby Addiction With Kevin Kastrava, MA, CADC, ICGC-I
In our debut episode of The Collector's Compass, we’re joined by Kevin, a Licensed Gambling Counselor and Drug & Alcohol Counselor with a deeply personal story. Kevin doesn’t just talk the talk—he’s …
The Collector's Compass Episode #2: The Cost Of Collecting With Denny, @Denny_Cards
In this episode of The Collector's Compass, we sit down with @denny_cards, to unpack where the collecting world stands—and where it might be heading.
We talk about the highs and lows of the modern hob…
The Collector's Compass Episode #3: Collecting With Intention With Mya, @Bullseye_Breaks
In this episode of The Collector's Compass, we sit down with Mya—a passionate Gen Z collector and early supporter of Collectors MD—to explore what it means to collect with intention. Mya opens up abo…