Episode 253: PSA Monopoly Concerns, a Senator’s Letter & Gemrate opinion

Send us Fan MailThis episode focuses on growing scrutiny around PSA and its position within the hobby, sparked by a letter written by a US Senator raising concerns about market dominance and monopoly behaviour. The discussion centres on what that letter actually says, why it matters, and whether hobby participants should be paying closer attention.The conversation then shifts to a voicemail sent in by Ryan from GemRate. This is not a listener question, but a direct response addressing grading data, market interpretation, and how GemRate views current grading trends. The hosts unpack what was said, why it was sent, and what it adds to the broader grading debate.The episode also touches on Topps buyback programs and how incentives, grading behaviour, and market reactions are increasingly interconnected. Throughout, the discussion stays grounded in how these developments impact collectors right now, rather than speculation about future outcomes.Support the showThank You to our Primary sponsor:Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards AustraliaSponsor: Neon Trading Cards: NBA, Soccer, Breaks on WhatnotSponsor: The Hobby Hangout: Melbourne: 26th of April.Click Here For TicketsReach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong!All of our Socials can be found on our LinktreeYou Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE!You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community