Rip w the Boyz
Just a chill ep this week. Sebastian came into Vegas and we wanted to just talk how we got into pokemon as a kid and rip some packs with friends. Sorry not much restore content this week but bangers coming soon. When we met, w...
2025-11-17 17:00:19 +0000 UTC View Post
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In this episode of Cardboard Alchemists, Giovanni ...
2025-11-17 17:00:15 +0000 UTC View Post
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In this episode, Giovanni and Sebastian delve into the controversial topic of Rebacking Pokémon cards, discussing the challenges faced by attempting this extreme surgery, the eth...
2025-11-10 17:00:15 +0000 UTC View PostGio & Cbas delve into the world of card grading, restoration techniques, and market trends. They discuss the tools used for grading, the varying standards of different grading companies, and the significant value fluctuations in collectible ca...
2025-11-03 17:30:44 +0000 UTC View Post
The ultimate showdown of PSA vs. BGS is covered in this epic episode. Giovanni and Sebastian discuss various aspects of card grading, focusing on the differences between PSA and BGS, the art of card restoration, and personal experiences with gradi...
2025-11-03 17:27:00 +0000 UTC View PostWe cover tool by tool and tell you what NOT to do with each one. We also dive into some online horror stories with grading companies and ex-wives.
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2025-10-27 16:00:17 +0000 UTC View Post
This is our first special and cold open skit we've done and we hope you enjoy it. This episode explores the horror stories Giovanni and Sebastian had when restoring pokemon cards. They tell the tales of their blunders so you don't have to repeat t...
2025-10-26 16:00:00 +0000 UTC View Post
Want to dry cards quick after humidity treatments? Then the heat press is the ticket. In this exclusive Patreon ep, we talk with the man, the myth, the legend, Matthew with 2025-10-20 17:02:07 +0000 UTC View Post
We use the heat press with the Humidity Storm Stack using a modified version of the Fire Blast method. Sebastian and Giovanni talk about how their experiences have been using the new method. It is a bulky item to purchase so make sure you have the...
2025-10-19 16:00:00 +0000 UTC View Post
In this episode of Cardboard Alchemists, they discuss their experiences in card collecting, focusing on the importance of community, card care, and restoration techniques with master card restoration artisan Haley. (aka @TCGwizardry on IG) They de...
2025-10-13 16:00:12 +0000 UTC View PostJoin the Patreon to see this Bonus Episode with TCGWizardry!
In this engaging discussion, Giovanni and Haley dive deep into the intricate world of card restoration and grading. They explore the value of consistent practice, the ethical bound...
2025-10-12 16:00:00 +0000 UTC View PostGiovanni and Sebastian tease their new venture, Gem Card Care, aimed at revolutionizing card cleaning and preservation. They announce an exciting giveaway for their Patreon supporters, featuring valuable prizes (check group chat for more details)....
2025-10-06 18:27:14 +0000 UTC View Post
In this ep, we bring it back to the basics. We cover using Hyper Potion, Card Spray, and Card Polish and the do's and don'ts of these products. Card ...
2025-10-06 17:14:24 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello Fellow Alchemists, in this Patreon exclusive episode we dive deep into whitening, classifications/grades PSA and other grading companies look for, along with some neat tips to eke out the 10. Checkout the grading guide and tools at the links...
2025-09-29 16:00:33 +0000 UTC View Post
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2025-09-29 16:00:19 +0000 UTC View Post
Thank you for being a subscriber to the Patreon. I'm sorry these episodes came out late but my whole weekend was shot at PokeKon LV and didn't have time to edit them.
This ep we dive in deeper to the humidity storm stack, drying techniques, ...
2025-09-22 18:55:11 +0000 UTC View Post
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2025-09-22 18:04:33 +0000 UTC View Post
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2025-09-15 16:00:21 +0000 UTC View Post
Giovanni & Sebastian use Humidity Storm 2.0 to fix creases LIVE on this exclusive Patreon episode. They talk about how their experiments have gone thus far and the huge potential they see in this new method. Subscribe to view this episode.
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In this episode, the boys talk about some tools and methods for both lifted edges and damaged corners. We talk about some advanced techniques for humidors, how to set them up, and knowing when the card has enough humidity. We also touch on some sc...
2025-09-08 16:00:21 +0000 UTC View Post
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2025-09-01 16:00:27 +0000 UTC View Post
In this epic discussion with Kurt, owner of Kurts Card Care; we dive deep into the murky waters of sports cards of the past and present. Gio & Sebastian share their experience with Kurts products on Pokemon cards and talk about scratch reducer...
2025-09-01 16:00:27 +0000 UTC View Post
The mystery-mouse-ka-tool is revealed! Very fun episode to shoot and we couldn't have done it without your support. This is all about Experiments!
Whats up Alchemists Gang, don't forget we are in the final stages of our giveaway! Enter to wi...
2025-08-25 16:00:17 +0000 UTC View Post
Card Preservation Techniques: Giovanni shares innovative methods for preserving cards, including the use of Gore-Tex and blotter paper. The Thrill of the Hunt: Sebastian and Giovanni discuss their experiences in acquiring rare cards and the storie...
2025-08-18 16:00:20 +0000 UTC View Post
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2025-08-11 16:00:22 +0000 UTC View Post
In this episode we just have a ton of fun with Haley (@TCGWizardry) and Salvo (@Captain_Jack_Parrot) - Giovanni busts a first print TopSun 1995 Pokemon Pack, Salvo shows off his custom card collection which highlights his love for the legendary bi...
2025-08-11 16:00:20 +0000 UTC View Post
