Collectors Gene Radio

Collectors Gene Radio is a deep dive into the nuances of collecting. Hear from collectors and experts from all over the world speak on their passions and hobbies, and ultimately find out whether or not they feel they were born with the "Collectors Gene".

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Recent Episodes
  • Vincent Brasesco - Vice President & Watch Specialist @ Sotheby's
    May 21, 2025 – 01:07:17
  • Bryan Calvero - Founder, Period Correct
    May 14, 2025 – 01:03:41
  • Nina Takesh - Designer & China Collector
    May 7, 2025 – 49:47
  • Mary Randolph Carter (Carter) - Author & Creative Director, Ralph Lauren
    Apr 23, 2025 – 01:00:32
  • Barry Bordelon & Jordan Slocum - The Brownstone Boys
    Apr 9, 2025 – 58:20
  • Melissa Morris - Founder & Creative Director, Metier
    Mar 26, 2025 – 01:00:07
  • Marci Hirshleifer - Global Personal Shopping Director/Women's Buyer, Hirshleifers
    Mar 19, 2025 – 30:26
  • Antonio Sersale - Owner, Le Sirenuse
    Mar 12, 2025 – 33:03
  • Erik Torstensson - Co-Founder, FRAME
    Mar 5, 2025 – 37:53
  • Matteo Violet-Vianello - Founder, Anoma Watch
    Feb 26, 2025 – 50:10
  • Tom Exton (aka TGE) - Entrepreneur & Influencer
    Feb 19, 2025 – 39:32
  • Ryan Matthew Cohn - Dealer, Collector, Co-Author (The Witch's Door), and Co-Founder, Oddities Flea Market
    Feb 12, 2025 – 36:58
  • Donna Lennard - Founder, il Buco
    Feb 5, 2025 – 36:11
  • Camilla Marcus - Founder, west-bourne
    Jan 29, 2025 – 52:39
  • Stephanie Housley - Founder, Coral & Tusk
    Jan 22, 2025 – 52:00
  • Alexia Ioannou - Giving "Nou" Purpose To Vintage Fashion & Homes
    Jan 15, 2025 – 35:29
  • Chris Martin - 190 Years Of Making The Most Collectible Guitars
    Jan 8, 2025 – 44:26
  • Enis Karavil - A Teapot Collection Worth Displaying
    Dec 18, 2024 – 30:02
  • Jake Arnold - A Masterclass On Redefining Comfort
    Dec 11, 2024 – 01:03:04
  • Phil Toledano - The Conceptual & Creative Mind Behind Mr. Enthusiast
    Dec 4, 2024 – 37:50
  • Olive Ateliers - Curating The Past & Collecting The Future
    Nov 27, 2024 – 48:39
  • Gary Striewski - From Seiko to SportsCenter With ESPN's Resident Watch Guy
    Nov 20, 2024 – 01:05:37
  • Ray Azoulay - Obsolete Founder Curates Curiosity
    Nov 13, 2024 – 50:11
  • Doug Bihlmaier - Head of Vintage & Consultant: Ralph Lauren
    Oct 31, 2024 – 55:55
  • Kevin O'Leary aka Mr. Wonderful
    Oct 16, 2024 – 49:31
  • Ken Goldin - The King Of Collectibles
    Oct 9, 2024 – 48:12
  • Josh Young - Artist, Designer, & Curator Offers Masterclass in Cohesiveness
    Oct 2, 2024 – 47:36
  • Rob Moffitt - Rooted In Rarity & Aesthetics
    Sep 18, 2024 – 28:32
  • Jason Saft - How Collecting Turns Stale Listings Into Staged Showstoppers
    Sep 11, 2024 – 56:24
  • Michael McGregor - Reviving Still Life & Collecting Every Day Beauty
    Aug 28, 2024 – 36:57
  • Roy Davidoff - Time-Tested Passion
    Aug 21, 2024 – 40:44
  • Douglas Friedman - Discovering The Gene Through A Collection Of Work
    Aug 14, 2024 – 39:12
  • Scott Rogowsky - From HQ Trivia to Vintage Clothing Maven
    Jul 17, 2024 – 58:22
  • Ewan Morgan - Collecting Whiskey & Tasting $50k Scotch with Diageo's Luxury Ambassador
    Jul 10, 2024 – 46:07
  • Mark Haddawy - Restoring History & Reviving Icons
    Jun 19, 2024 – 37:14
  • Rebecca Romney - Pawn Stars Specialist on the Nuances of Rare Book Dealing & Collecting
    Jun 12, 2024 – 57:41
  • Wesley Smith - Standard H Founder Talks Creating Collections with Collectors in Mind
    Jun 5, 2024 – 42:52
  • Jessica "JJ" Owens - Creating Your Own Daily Grails In Bespoke Jewelry
    May 29, 2024 – 51:20
  • Sylvain Berneron - The Man Behind The Most Anticipated Watch Of The Year
    May 22, 2024 – 01:02:06
  • Justin Hast - The Optimist The Watch World Needed
    May 15, 2024 – 40:23
  • Nicholas Lowry - From Antiques Roadshow & Swann Auction Galleries, It Always Comes Back To Vintage Posters
    May 8, 2024 – 40:25
  • Nadine Ghosn - A Jewelry Brand For The Stars and The Nostalgia Chaser
    May 1, 2024 – 37:44
  • Yoni Ben-Yehuda - Material Good's Watch Confidant On Horology, Friendship, & Passion
    Apr 24, 2024 – 43:16
  • Eric Ku - From Curator to Creator: A Collector Turned Serial Entrepreneur
    Apr 17, 2024 – 32:36
  • Cameron Barr - Harmony In Heritage: The Intersection of Cars, Watches, & Native American Traditions
    Apr 12, 2024 – 01:05:30
  • Mario Andretti - Racing Legend & Collector of 111 Wins
    Apr 3, 2024 – 44:56
  • Justin Gruenberg - Curating, Collecting, & Cultivating The Tapestry of Refined Taste
    Mar 20, 2024 – 36:51
  • Rory Tait - Building A Stock Market For Collectors
    Mar 13, 2024 – 46:55
  • Susan Feldman - Ageless Style & Artful Collecting: From One Kings Lane to In The Groove
    Feb 14, 2024 – 33:06
  • Mr. Chow - The Artful Palate of a Culinary Maestro & Masterful Collector
    Jan 31, 2024 – 38:39
Recent Reviews
  • Johnny CFP
    Incredible Find
    Heard your interview on the Stacking Slabs podcast with Brett and loved the episode. I’ve been working my way through the Collectors Gene Radio backlog ever since; I’m learning a ton! Thank you.
  • Strictrix
    Doug Bihlmaier of Ralph Lauren
    At last! The man, the eye, the magic, and all but ruined by the music.
  • Gwendelean
    Fav
    Looking forward to every new episode. Thank you
  • WaynesWatchWorld
    Great collector conversations with Cameron
    I came here for the watch collectors but found myself intrigued by stories from collectors of other items I thought I had no interest in. This is a testament to Cameron’s interview style and knowledge on almost anything collectible. A great podcast for anyone born with the collector’s gene.
  • TaigaBalm
    Excellent Listen
    Cam is a natural interviewer. His questions are insightful and specific and I always get really engrossed in the conversation. He also seems down to earth which makes talking about luxury items more palatable. Even if I don’t know the guest, I find the episodes engaging and relaxing accompaniment to a walk. I would love to listen to him chat with more watch dealers e.g Matt Bain, Jacek Kozubeck, John Reardon, etc., since it’s fun to hear about the dealer stories and their perspective at the intersection of the market, their collection and collecting for others. Cheers
  • BeNatural
    More diversity please!
    Love love love your episode on Tristian Walker! I appreciate how authentic and unapologetically Black he is. I also thoroughly enjoyed hearing about his collection! I had to take one star off for the lack of Black and Brown collectors represented. Representation matters.
  • Benny Lenny 72
    Great podcast
    Cam, Great job providing content that matters to a guy like me, the most interesting man in the world ;-) Thank you, Benny
  • James K L
    Highly Recommended
    The latest episode (as of today) with guest Tristan Walker made me even a bigger fan of this podcast. I learned so much from this episode, including an expanded approach to my own watch collection journey. If you are lover of collecting anything, a lover of watches, or both, this podcast is for you.
  • Blanekc
    Collectors virus
    Maybe we have a natural proclivity towards being a collector, but i definitely believe at some point you also catch the virus as so eloquently described in “A Grand Complication” regarding Ward Packard. Loving the podcast and love hearing how others approach the virus. Keep it up!
  • ajjh20182020
    Incredibly fun and interesting!
    Such a great listen and very well done! Love hearing the passion behind each collector.
  • Bzslick3
    Collector’s Dream
    Ideal for those with the collectors bug. Fascinating guests and questions.
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