Episode notes
In this episode of ediSportscards with Doc Schwartz, Alyx Effron, Founder of Collectors MD, joins the show for a frank conversation about what happens when collecting turns into compulsion—and how the hobby’s break culture, highlight reels, and gambling-style mechanics can push people into overspending and debt.
Alyx shares his story—why he launched Collectors MD—and lays out practical ways hobbyists can protect themselves right now. Doc responds in real time, emphasizing honesty, community, and mindset over hype.
Together, they dive into:
- How the line between collecting and gambl ...
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