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The Collector’s Compass #44: The Sports Card Hobby’s Gatekeepers With Rob Livingston
In this episode of The Collector’s Compass, Alyx sits down with Rob Livingston—better known as @Jaybelleshhb—a respected voice in the hobby, longtime Collectors MD community member, and someone who’s been consistently showing up, speaking honestly, and supporting others behind the scenes.
Rob isn’t just observing the hobby—he’s living it. Through over 1,300 posts and a growing following, he’s built a reputation for calling things as they are, while also being open about his own journey with addiction, overspending, and the work it takes to stay grounded.
In this conversation, Alyx and Rob unpack the current state of the hobby—what’s working, what’s not, and where things are starting to break down. From influencers and major platforms to bad actors, incentive structures, and the lack of real guardrails, they explore the growing tension between entertainment, commerce, and responsibility.
They also dive into Rob’s personal story—how awareness started to take shape, what it meant to speak openly about it, and how being part of the Collectors MD community has played a role in his recovery and continued growth.
This isn’t about pointing fingers. It’s about seeing the system clearly—and asking what needs to change.
At its core, this episode is about awareness, accountability, and what happens when you can no longer ignore what’s right in front of you.
Topics covered include:
Rob’s journey in the hobby and building @jaybelleshhb
Becoming a trusted voice through consistency and honesty
His experience with addiction and overspending
Opening up publicly and the impact of that decision
The current state of the hobby and where it’s heading
Influencers, platforms, and incentive structures
Bad actors and lack of oversight in the space
Ongoing lawsuits and growing industry pressure
What’s frustrating—and what’s encouraging
The role of community, peer support, and accountability
What intentional collecting actually looks like
What collectors need to understand moving forward
If you’ve ever taken a step back and questioned where the hobby is headed—or your place within it—this is a conversation worth listening to. Because once you see it clearly, it’s hard to go back.
Subscribe, share, and join the conversation around awareness, accountability, and building a healthier relationship with collecting.
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