Public Ep 2 - PSA Card Cleaning (Patreon)

Ep 2 - PSA Card Cleaning

Subscribe to the Patreon for Weekly Exclusive Podcasts! https://www.patreon.com/cardboardalchemists In this episode of Cardboard Alchemist, hosts Giovanni and Sebastian delve into the controversial topic of card restoration and PSA's recent questionnaire regarding card cleaning services. They discuss the implications of cleaning cards, the science behind it, and PSA's evolving stance on the matter. The conversation highlights the potential for PSA's new services to be seen as a money grab, the backlash from the community, and the inconsistencies in grading processes. The hosts also compare PSA with other grading companies like Beckett and TAG, emphasizing the need for transparency and innovation in the grading industry. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/pokemastercenter/ https://www.instagram.com/pokecleaningshop/ 00:00 Introduction to Card Restoration and PSA's Controversy 02:57 The Science of Card Cleaning and PSA's Stance 06:01 PSA's New Services: A Money Grab? 09:00 The Backlash Against PSA's Cleaning Services 11:59 Quality Control Issues in Card Grading 15:06 The Future of Card Grading: Innovations and Challenges 17:57 The Hypocrisy of PSA's Policies 20:52 Comparing Grading Companies: PSA, Beckett, and TAG 24:00 The Inconsistencies in Grading Processes 27:13 Live Card Cleaning Demonstration and Conclusion #cardrestoration #psacards #cardcleaning #cardcollecting #grading #cardgrading #sportscards