It's Super Effective: A Pokemon Podcast

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It's Super Effective is a weekly Pokémon podcast that covers news and information on Pokémon GO, the Pokémon anime, and the video games (such as Pokemon Scarlet & Pokémon Violet, as well as, Pokémon UNITE and Masters EX). The podcast also talks about battling, Shiny Hunting, the Pokémon TCG, Pokémon merchandise and more! While the show is mostly news focused, we cover listener e-mails, and in-depth Pokémon trivia! It's Super Effective is an award-winning podcast and one of the most downloaded Pokémon-based podcasts on the web. It's Super Effective is dedicated to bringing...

Rare Candy Changes Everything Now [Featuring GlitchxCity]

[Featuring GlitchxCity] Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders happened and it was a mess! Pokémon Sleep is adding two new salads and the Chansey line to the game! We get Glitch's thoughts on Legends Z-A. Pokémon TCG Pocket announces a set focused on Alola and we finally get Rare Candy added to the game too! Pokémon HOME gets an update that revolves around a new medal system. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:30-Switch 2 Pre-Order Mess00:23:40-More Thoughts on Legends Z-A00:46:20-Pokémon Sleep News00:52:50-Cele

Apr 28, • 1:30:00

Hopes for Pokémon on Switch 2

Pokémon Sleep gets a new update to help with finding Shiny Pokémon and adjusting skills. Pokémon GO brings back Mega Kangaskhan and we talk about Niantic laying off team members next month. If you're in America, you can finally pre-order a Nintendo Switch this week! We talk Pokémon fatigue with 7-Star Raids and how we hope the games perform on Switch 2. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:01:40-Pokémon Sleep Updates00:14:00-Pokémon Pop-Sockets00:20:00-TCG Pocket Talk00:30:50-Pokémon GO News00:41:45-Niantic

Apr 21, • 1:24:24

Serebii Gives Thoughts on Legends Z-A and Switch 2 [Feat. Joe Merrick]

[Featuring Joe Merrick] Darkrai arrives in Pokémon Sleep with new music and a new mission for players. Pokémon GO gets a new Stamp Rally feature for Osaka GO Fest and for all the PokéLids in Japan. Joe shares his thoughts on Pokémon Legends Z-A and the Nintendo Switch 2. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:50-Darkrai Arrives 00:10:20-Pokémon Mobile Game Round-Up00:25:30-Pokémon Stamp Rally00:35:30-Pokémon GO News00:59:15-More Switch 2 Talk01:07:15-Pokémon Games on Switch 201:33:50-Post Credits  You can

Apr 14, • 1:34:34

Switch 2 Edition of Pokémon Legends Z-A [Featuring StephOfAnime]

[Featuring StephOfAnime] Pokémon TCG Pocket passes every gacha game out there and continues to rake in the cash. The Cresselia event in Sleep is good! Pokémon Colosseum and Pokémon Gale of Darkness is coming to the Switch 2 with some other GameCube games (but not at launch). Pokémon Scarlet and Violet will get a free update on Switch 2 for performance and Pokémon Z-A will also get a (paid?) performance updated planned for the Nintendo Switch 2 too. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:03:30-Pokémon TCG Pock

Apr 7, • 1:36:37

The Day & Night Twist of Legends Z-A [Featuring RealBreakingNate]

[Featuring RealBreakingNate] Pokémon tells us that they are working hard to reprint current Pokémon TCG set and future sets to meet the demand of their audience. Pokémon TCG Pocket releases their first Shiny set with over 100 cards and they also debuted their Ranked mode for players to earn more rewards and emblems. The most recent Nintendo Direct gave us a short trailer for Legends Z-A featuring the Z-A Royale. We now know you are suppose to catch Pokémon during the day and battle at night. 00:

Mar 31, • 1:45:52

Pokémon Made a Deal with LEGO

We now have more details for the Cresselia vs Darkrai event in Pokémon Sleep. The US Pokémon website finally acknowledged the Pokémon Manga. Pokémon announces a deal with LEGO, which is coming in 2026. Pokémon TCG Pocket announces another mini-set, but it'll be over 100 cards and it'll feature Shiny Pokémon. Pokémon GO has two new events coming for early April. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:04:30-Cresselia Vs. Darkrai00:17:55-Pokémon Manga00:26:35-LEGO x Pokémon00:48:10-Shining Revelry01:15:45-Pokémo

Mar 24, • 1:45:15

Second Guessing Pokémon Red & Blue

Pokémon Worlds has announced sign-ups to enter a lottery to purchase tickets for the event in Anaheim. Tickets went up in cost and now have new limits. Pokémon TCG Pocket plans to remove trade tokens completely later this year. Claude Plays Pokémon shows us how Pokémon Red & Blue can be used as benchmarks for silly ideas and also makes us second guess what we remember about those games. The Scopely deal for Pokémon GO actually goes through and we readdress the future of this game.  00:00:00-Intr

Mar 17, • 2:07:12

The $87,000 Cheetozard

Cresselia soon arrives to Pokémon Sleep and we get Munna as we get closer to that event. Honda makes a Koraidon, but you cannot sit on it. Pokémon GO Global Unova Tour makes as much money as Global Hoenn Tour through app-store purchases, but most likely more due to web-store purchases. The Lucky Trinket had weird limits. We talk about the $87,000 Cheetozard and how Pokémon stuff is really weird. More Triumphant Light talk. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:40-Pokémon Sleep News00:12:15-Honda's Koraido

Mar 10, • 1:36:57

First Look at Legends Z-A & Pokémon Champions

We run through the entire Pokémon Presents. The first segment of the podcast covers Pokémon mobile titles such as Sleep, Masters EX, UNITE, and TCG Pocket. After the first break, we spend a lot of time talking about Pokémon Champions and the future of VGC and battling. Finally, we talk about the first look at Pokémon Legends Z-A and what we thought of what was shown on Pokémon Day. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:03:45-Season 2 of Concierge 00:07:15-Urshifu coming to Pokémon GO00:16:25-Shiny Pokémon in

Mar 3, • 2:29:49

Pokémon GO is Being Sold for $3.5 Billion Dollars

Bloomberg is reporting that Niantic is in talks to sell Pokémon GO to Saudi Arabia-owned Scopely for $3.5 billon dollars in a few weeks. We talk about the future of GO and what some outcomes could be. The second part of today's show is our feelings after day 1 of Unova Tour in LA. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:20-Pokémon GO Being Sold Off00:38:50-Unova Tour Recap01:14:40-Post Credits   LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective�

Feb 24, • 1:16:01

Our Pokémon Day 2025 Predictions

Shiny Meltan and Shiny Keldeo added to Pokémon HOME. EUIC is around the corner and will have 4 distributions you can collect. Our Pokémon Day 2025 predictions range from Z-A talk to thoughts on what's coming to Pokémon Sleep, UNITE, and Pokémon TCG Pocket. The main conversation is how competitive will work for next year if we assume that Legends Z-A is not a competitive focused game.  00:00:00-Introduction 00:01:55-EUIC Information00:09:55-Pokémon HOME Adds New Shinies00:34:50-A New Eevee Evolut

Feb 17, • 1:57:08

Pre-Gaming Pokémon Day 2025

The Space-Time Smackdown meta is nothing but chip damage right now. DeNA gifted everyone 1,000 trade tokens and we anticipate something more around Pokémon Day. Speaking of Pokémon Day, we are to get a new Dragonite anime on YouTube, which might also be hinting at a TCG promo card? Pokémon Sleep gets a quality of life update. Pokémon Day will have new basketball jerseys for sale and Unova Tour LA is not canceled! 00:00:00-Introduction 00:01:20-TCG Pocket Talk00:35:30-Pokémon Sleep Quality of Lif

Feb 10, • 1:34:06

The Darkrai Debut in Space-Time Smackdown

Space-Time Smackdown makes it's debut and Darkai seems to be the dominate card of the set for far. We talk about new cards and we also talk about how disappointing trading is so far. As of this recording, DeNA said they heard feedback on trading, but we don't know what their plans are going forward. Shiny Manaphy and Shiny Enamorus get added to Pokémon HOME. Pokémon Sleep gets a Valentine's Day event. Pokémon Day celebrates with a Flying-Tera Eevee. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:20-Pocket Trading

Feb 3, • 2:01:51

TCG Pocket Announces Space-Time Smackdown Expansion

Pokémon TCG Pocket announces their newest expansion, Space-Time Smackdown, which will debut later this month. On top of that, trading will arrive to Pocket the day before the set drops. Pokémon Sleep gets a break in events, but celebrates it's 1.5 year anniversary with gifts. McDonald's gets a Pokémon TCG collaboration. Pokémon GO announces a Legendary lead-up to Unova Tour. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:03:50-Pokémon TCG Pocket Trading00:29:15-Space-Time Smackdown00:51:40-McDonald's Collab00:58:00-S

Jan 27, • 1:47:16

Uncapped Pokémon on Switch 2

Pokémon TCG Pocket says trading and a new booster pack set is coming this month. They pointed out that you'll need an item to trade, but didn't state what that was. Pokémon Sleep has a new event, along with our first Gen V Pokémon added to the game. The Nintendo Switch 2 has been announced and we remind everyone that Legends Z-A was confirmed as a Switch game. Pokémon GO announces a Tour Pass for the upcoming Unova Tour Event. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:01:45-Pokémon TCG Pocket Trading00:18:50-Pri

Jan 20, • 1:48:28

Mega Brave & Mega Symphonia, What Does This Mean for Legends Z-A

Pokémon GO announces some new events, more details about Unova Tour, and the dates for the 2025 GO Fest this year. Pokémon Center announces the Year of Eevee, to mostly likely just sell more merch. Pokémon (in Japan) trademarks two new names, “Mega Brave” and “Mega Symphonia," which is mostly likely for the TCG, but can be related to Legends Z-A. We talk about the two upcoming TCG sets and how both are sold out.  00:00:00-Introduction 00:03:20-Unova Tour00:14:15-More GO News 00:50:00-Even More G

Jan 13, • 2:06:45

Selling Your Giratina

Pokémon TCG Pocket has two current events as we are waiting for trading to be added later this month. Two new sets of the physical TCG are coming, starting with Prismatic Evolutions and then Battle Partners (JPN). Pokémon GO adds a new accessibility feature (still in testing) and announces Fashion Week. Finally, we talk about Niantic's AI + AR plans and why people are upset. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:03:00-Pokémon TCG Pocket00:24:30-Physical TCG Cards00:56:10-Pokémon GO Accessibility01:06:50-Fash

Jan 6, • 1:48:30

Limited-Time Flair in Pokémon TCG Pocket

Should you care about limited-time flair in Pokémon TCG Pocket? Pokémon Sleep announced two weeks of events to celebrate the  New Year. One of the bundles apart of this event cost $70. Pokémon announced a new partnership with Aardman that will arrive in 2027. Struggles with some people and Rayquaza Raids sparks conversation about why this probably wasn't 7-Star. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:00-Pokémon Sleep News00:33:40-Aardman Collaboration00:43:40-Rayquaza Raid Talk01:11:10-Pokémon TCG Pocket T

Dec 30, 2024 • 1:42:14

Celebi is Fun, But Not Very Good

The big holiday for Pokémon Sleep begins with new bundles that may be worth it. On top of that, there is a new Sleep app on iOS that can read your screenshots. 5-Star Rayquaza finally arrives to Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. Pokémon GO announces four new Safari events for March of 2025. Mythical Island is here! We talk about the new cards and how everyone overhyped Celebi the first week of this release. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:00-Pokémon Sleep News00:25:30-Shiny Rayquaza Raids00:43:00-Pokémon GO

Dec 23, 2024 • 2:15:07

TCG Pocket: Mythical Island Announced

Pokémon Sleep announces their holiday event. We are getting two new Pokémon lines, but a holiday Eevee added to the game. There is also going to be a buff to 4-5 older Pokémon. Pokémon TCG Pocket: Mythical Island announced! This mini-set will add 80+ cards to the game, including 5 new trainer cards and 5 new ex cards. Small dose of Pokémon UNITE talk, Shiny Rayquaza comes this week, and we talk about the Pokémon GO holiday event. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:00-Holiday Event in Sleep00:29:00-Myth

Dec 16, 2024 • 2:00:13

The Downfall of Pokémon Sleep

Pokémon Sleep is moving to a new development team, Pokémon Works aka ILCA. ILCA is the ones who make both Pokémon HOME and they made Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Pokémon is doing two holiday events in California. Pokémon TCG Pocket has now made more money than Pokémon UNITE and Pokémon Sleep and will probably pass Pokémon Masters EX in revenue by the end of the year. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:01:40-Sleep's Downfall00:31:20-Holiday Events CA00:40:50-The Beast Ball00:57:40-Pokémon Pocket Talk

Dec 9, 2024 • 1:28:01

Black & White Kyurem Soon

After getting back from Japan, we talk about the Wild Area experience both in-person and global. This talk leads into talking about Gigantimax Pokémon (again) and the new upcoming Max Mushroom use and cost. Unova Tour is announced and we talk about what Niantic has announced so far and what they seem to be hinting at for early next year. Pokémon has officially revealed Shiny Rayquaza as a 5-Star Raid event and we get all the details leading up to it. Finally, we end on some more Pokémon TCG Pock

Dec 2, 2024 • 2:43:39

The Whales of Pokémon TCG Pocket

Pokémon vending machines are popping up everywhere in grocery stores around the United States. Pokémon TCG Pocket has been downloaded a lot and has also made a lot of money on top of that. We talk about crushing cards to get the special items in the game, as well as, rumors about getting "better" packs. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:01:45-Pokémon Vending Machines00:26:45-Money in TCG Pocket00:53:40-More TCG Pocket Talk01:15:30-Post Credits   LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast

Nov 25, 2024 • 1:16:23

Why Misty is the Worst Card in Pokémon TCG Pocket

Cheating in Pokémon Sleep. Multiple $4.99 tickets coming to Pokémon GO to before the Global Wild Area weekend. We talk about the battle system in Pokémon TCG Pocket and how Misty feels very unfair for players and why. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:04:00-Pokémon Sleep Talk00:21:20-GO Wild Area01:01:00-Battles in TCG Pocket  01:42:40-Post Credits  Ad this episode brought to you by Mint Mobile! Check out MintMobile.com/pkmncast to start your new wireless plan for just $15 a month!  LINKS🌐 www.pkmn

Nov 18, 2024 • 1:43:22

Shiny Rayquaza Coming to Scarlet and Violet

After spending more time with Pokémon TCG Pocket, we compare the game against Pokémon Sleep. Lots more Pokémon TCG Pocket talk as some opinions on the game have changed since last week. Shiny Rayquaza has been announced as a Tera Raid battle at the end of December and Japan gets a new Mythical event. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:04:45-Pokémon Sleep Updates00:19:30-Pokémon TCG Pocket Talk01:07:30-Shiny Rayquaza Raids 01:33:40-Post Credits  Ad this episode was brought to you by EveryPlate! Get started

Nov 11, 2024 • 1:34:15

Did We Overhype Pokémon TCG Pocket

Revisiting the Gigantimax conversation now that Gengar has arrived this past weekend. Prismatic Evolutions got announced and already sold out. Pokémon TCG Pocket is here and there is even a new Wonder Pick event to go along with it. We talk the pros and cons of Pocket and if it's worth putting money into. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:03:00-Gigantamax Fixed Now?00:39:40-Prismatic Evolutions00:55:15-Release of TCG Pocket01:48:00-Post Credits  Ad this episode brought to you by Mint Mobile! Check out Mi

Nov 4, 2024 • 1:48:39

Gigantamax Pokémon Arrived

Gigantamax Venusaur, Gigantamax Charizard, and Gigantamax Blastoise make their Pokémon GO Debut. We talk about the experiences we've had including both pros and cons of the system. Because this system is a fresh start in Pokémon GO, we also talk about the future gameplay loop it creates. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet gets two new events this week!  00:00:00-Introduction 00:03:00-Is Gigantamax Fun? 00:43:40-The Future of Gigantamax? 01:24:45-Scarlet & Violet Updates01:51:00-Post Credits   LINKS🌐&nb

Oct 28, 2024 • 1:51:32

Shiny Meloetta, First Time Ever

Thoughts on the Stellar Maze Pokémon event in New York city. Pokémon Sleep gets Mimikyu before Pokémon GO during their Halloween event. Pokémon HOME gets an update that includes the ability to unlock Shiny Meloetta for the first time ever in the series. We also are getting a free Shiny Pelipper during LAIC. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:00-Stellar Maze00:35:25-Pokémon Sleep Halloween00:48:00-Dynamax & Gigantamax01:21:20-Shiny Meloetta01:52:00-LAIC Shiny Pelipper02:04:00-Post Credits   LINKS🌐&nbsp

Oct 21, 2024 • 2:05:25

Nintendo's New Hardware Missing Pokémon

Pokémon Sleep gets a surprise Pokémon added to it mid-week. Nintendo announces an alarm clock that tracks your sleep. While this features 5 Nintendo games, it doesn't feature anything Pokémon and doesn't seem to have any plans to work with Pokémon Sleep. Pokémon sponsors a basketball game here in the United States. Halloween comes to Pokémon GO soon. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:10-Pokémon Sleep News00:20:00-Nintendo Alarmo00:44:15-Basketball Event00:57:45-Pokémon Run!01:12:00-Pokémon GO Hallowee

Oct 14, 2024 • 1:41:31

The Real Pokémon Scams

Pokémon Sleep players get a warning about cheating in the game. Pokémon UNITE is getting banned in some countries due to their loot boxes in the game. A Pokémon Maze event is coming to New York City. Terry Crews loves Hydrapple? Recap of the Incheon Safari Zone event and how the new Wild Area event is looking for players. Pokémon Center is going down the path of $50 Mystery Boxes, which could be considered a scam. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:10-Pokémon Sleep News00:14:00-Stellar Maze Event00:18:

Oct 7, 2024 • 1:54:02

The Best Pokémon Event That Was Never Advertised

Pokémon Sleep gets it's 2.0 update and a brand new island. Pokémon TCG Pocket is now out in one country as a soft-launch and some people are already done completing the game. Steve went to Jakarta to play Pokémon GO and found out there was an official  Pokémon EDM show happening. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:03:20-Pokémon Sleep News 00:18:30-TCG Pocket Soft Launch00:42:00-Pikachu's Indonesia Journey01:35:40-Post Credits   LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast

Sep 30, 2024 • 1:36:38

We Played Pokémon TCG Pocket Early

The Pokémon Company International sent an invitation to play Pokémon TCG Pocket early. We got 2+ hours with the game including opening dozens of packs, checking out the UI, doing the new 20 card deck battles and more. After playing the game, we met with 4 people who worked on the game to ask them questions about development and what to expect in the future. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:00-The Venue 00:07:30-TCG Battle Mode00:28:30-Currency & Money 00:34:00-Cosmetics00:42:30-Trading00:47:10-Wonder

Sep 23, 2024 • 1:20:14

Our Future of Dynamax with ZoëTwoDots

ZoëTwoDots joins us this episode to talk about the BIG update to Pokémon GO. Beforehand, we talk about the Shiny boosted Clefairy event coming to Pokémon Sleep and a new pop-up store in South Korea featuring exclusive merch. A new "rarest" Pikachu might be a contender after a sports game? Play Pokémon is getting more stuff in Africa and we have some updates for tournament regarding Regulation H. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:04:30-Pokémon Sleep Talk00:19:55-South Korea Exclusive Merch00:28:40-Dynamax

Sep 16, 2024 • 2:01:09

Welcome to Pokémon Max Out

Pokémon Sleep talk. 7-Star Incineroar is here and we talk about the ups and downs around these Raids, again. Pokémon GO introduces a new POI in the game for the first time since launch. With that, we pre-game for the Max Raid Battles that should debut this week. Small TCG correction from last week, new Pokémon merch, and a revamp of a Pokémon Center in Japan. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:00-Pokémon Sleep Talk00:15:00-Incineroar 7-Star Raids00:42:20-Break00:44:00-Pokémon GO: Max Out01:28:20-Pokémo

Sep 9, 2024 • 1:55:03

Legends Z-A Release Date Talk

Pokémon Sleep gets a new update with more quality of life features added! The Suicune event is here! Pokémon Masters EX celebrates it's fifth anniversary with Lance, Steven, and Cynthia returning in their new Arc Suits. Pokémon GO is finally adding both Galar and Max Raid battles. Niantic also adds a subscription pass, but it's not really a subscription pass still. Finally, we get new trademarks on a Japanese TCG set. Since the TCG usually lines up with current and future games, this makes it se

Sep 2, 2024 • 1:36:18

We Played the New 500 Point Pokémon UNITE Mode

After getting back from the Pokémon World Championships in Hawai'i, we go more in-depth about the new 500 point mode coming to Pokémon UNITE in Spring of 2025. Zoinks from UNITE Mics joins to give perspective on this new mode. Pokémon is getting a new TV app to host the episodes of the Anime. Suicune is coming to Pokémon Sleep. The Pokémon TCG is getting both Trainer cards and Rocket cards starting next year. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:03:20-Pokemon Sleep News00:23:20-Pokémon TCG News00:35:40-500

Aug 26, 2024 • 2:15:28

Worlds Locations, Pocket Release Date, Genki Ball

This episode focuses on the Pokémon Center in Hawai'i and the announcements at the end of the World Championships. There is more to talk about in regards to Worlds, but only had access to a recording room for an hour this weekend. We talk Pokémon GO, UNITE, and Pokémon Pocket news that was freshly announced. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:30-Pokemon GO00:07:50-New UNITE Mode00:17:40-Break00:19:20-Pokémon Pocket00:34:00-Pokémon Center00:47:30-General Worlds Thoughts00:51:20-The Genki Ala Wai Project

Aug 19, 2024 • 59:46

Game Freak Hiring New Employees

Suicune is coming soon to Pokémon Sleep. Pokémon Masters EX has a gem rework to the game. Netflix gets more episodes of Pokémon Horizons. Game Freak is hiring new people for both Pokémon and non-Pokémon games. We talk about the pros and cons of Snacksworth and how catching has evolved in recent games. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:15-Pokémon Sleep News00:14:15-Masters EX Rework 00:18:00-No Pokémon Presents00:26:30-Break00:26:30-New Horizons Episodes00:46:40-Summer Outbreaks in SV00:53:50-Break00:5

Aug 12, 2024 • 1:32:03

Pokémon Presents Before Worlds

For the past 3 years, there has been a Pokémon Presents in August. With the news of Pokémon Pocket, Worlds merch, Red Rescue Team, and Galar coming to GO, these would all be things included in that Presents. Some believe it's also the time to see a new trailer for Pokémon Legends Z-A too. The 1.1.0 update for Pokémon Sleep is here and a brand new Pokémon TCG TV Show debuts on Prime Video. his technology alone could really hinder the vintage market. An update on the AI art for the Pokémon Art Con

Aug 5, 2024 • 2:06:19

X-Ray Your Pokémon Cards Before Opening

Pokémon Sleep is adding Ribbons to the game! Pokémon GO announces two different Safari experiences for South Korea and Indonesia. Pokémon UNITE is doing away with their monthly membership, kinda. Someone build an x-ray machine to scan packs of Pokémon cards to see what's inside before you open them. This technology alone could really hinder the vintage market. An update on the AI art for the Pokémon Art Contest. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:00-Pokémon Sleep Ribbons00:27:00-Break00:30:00-X-Ray TCG

Jul 29, 2024 • 1:46:42

$70 Croc vs Free Croc

Pokémon Sleep does a full week of gifts for players to celebrate their 1 year anniversary. Pokémon UNITE celebrates 3 years by removing EX Pokémon from the game and promising new balance updates. Roy's Fuecoco from the anime will be released soon in both Japan and at the San Diego Comic Con. Pokémon is doing another collaboration with Crocs, this time featuring less popular Pokémon like Gengar and Charizard. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:04:00-Pokémon Sleep Celebration00:31:50-Pokémon UNITE Changes00

Jul 22, 2024 • 1:25:36

New Scarlet & Violet Updates for Summer!

Pokémon Sleep announces their 1 year anniversary. It'll be a two week event! We got back from Pokémon GO Fest NYC and we talk about the experience both on and off the island. Pokémon announces two months of content for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet with 4 events that each last about two weeks before rotation to the next. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:30-Pokémon Sleep Celebration00:19:50-NYC Pokémon GO Fest Recap01:06:00-Summer of Scarlet & Violet01:26:30-Post Credits  LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾&

Jul 15, 2024 • 1:27:18

Game Freak Released a Brand New Game, It's Not Pokémon

Game Freak released a brand new game in Japan, which looks visually similar to Pokémon Quest. We prep for Global GO Fest, talk about Ho-Oh coming to Pokémon UNITE, and talk about 4 years of Café Remix. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:03:40-Pokémon Sleep News00:12:00-Café Remix00:24:50-Break00:27:30-UNITE Anniversary00:40:30-Pokémon GO Fest Global00:59:00-Break01:03:30-The New Game Freak Game01:19:00-Post Credits  LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmnc

Jul 8, 2024 • 1:19:43

Elite Raid: Mega Rayquaza

We get another stab at Elite Raids, featuring Mega Rayquaza this time. Campfire App is good now? The AI art drama last week gets a follow-up by the Pokémon Company. After dipping back into Pokémon Trading Card Game Live, the upcoming Pocket App is making more sense. The 2025 Play Pokémon season gets announced with changes, and players are not happy. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:00-House Cleaning00:15:20-Elite Raids Return00:49:00-Break00:50:20-AI Update01:00:00-Trading Card Game Live01:24:20-Brea

Jul 1, 2024 • 1:47:17

Pokémon Art Contest Ruined

A new event is coming to Pokémon Sleep and we are about a month out from the 1 year anniversary. The Pokémon Illustrator contest has moved onto the first 300 picked, but there are signs that the rules of this contest have been broken with the use of AI art. Pokémon GO is about to celebrate 8 years of their game, but this event doesn't seem very exciting. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:30-Pokémon Sleep00:25:20-Halloween Booster Packs00:29:00-Break00:30:00-AI Art Sneaks Pass01:12:00-Break01:13:00-Pok

Jun 24, 2024 • 1:53:06

The Road to Pokémon Worlds, Hawai'i

Cramorant's Main Skill is revealed! Talk on both Pokémon Masters EX and Pokémon UNITE. 7-Star Electric Emboar arrives to Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. There is an exclusive Gyarados drink in Japan. The Pokémon Company has shown off more of what to expect at the 2024 World Championships in Hawai'i! 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:10-Pokémon Sleep00:16:40-Gyarados Drink00:19:50-Break00:20:00-Electric Emboar00:23:50-Pokémon Masters EX00:31:10-Pokémon UNITE00:46:20-Break00:47:50-Pokémon Worlds 202401:27:3

Jun 17, 2024 • 1:24:17

CRAMORANT CRAMORANT CRAMORANT

Cramorant is being added to Pokémon Sleep! The Summer Festival will increase Water, Flying, and Bug-type Pokémon during the event. The FBI investigated a Pokémon scam involving $2,000,000 worth of cards. Pokémon Center gets new merch. Pokémon GO launches a new season with a free seasonal pass as we head into Summer. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:01:50-Pokémon Sleep 00:36:10-Break00:38:00-FBI Card Scam00:50:20-New Pokémon Center Merch01:05:50-New Season in Pokémon GO01:27:30-Post Credits  LINKS🌐&nbsp

Jun 10, 2024 • 1:28:13

Riding the Pikachu Train in Japan

Reporting back from Sendai GO Fest in Japan. Thoughts on the four day event and what went wrong and what went well. Since being a bit more Northern in Japan, we talk about experiencing the limited-ticket Pikachu Train out of Ichinoseki. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:00-Pokémon Sleep 00:12:20-GO Fest Sendai, Part 100:29:20-Break00:31:20-GO Fest Sendai, Part 200:45:00-The Pikachu Train01:49:10-Post Credits  LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast

Jun 3, 2024 • 1:51:49

Legends Z-A Talk with Joe Merrick of Serebii

Joe Merrick of Serebii joins us this week to talk the state of Pokémon mobile games, their current thoughts on Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, and what we think (so far) of Legends Z-A. We go over every mobile game from Pokémon GO to UNITE. We also talk about the mess that was BD/SP and how Scarlet and Violet should have been delayed. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:20-Pokémon Sleep 00:13:20-Pokémon Masters EX00:15:30-Pokémon GO00:30:30-Break00:31:20-Pokémon Scarlet and Violet00:46:30-Legends Z-A01:15:1

May 27, 2024 • 1:16:40

New Pokémon Center Announced

Pokémon Sleep's Entei event is right around the corner. Australia and New Zealand get their own Online Pokémon Center. Pokémon GO wins the most buggiest game in the App Store? The next TCG, Shrouded Fable, gets announced. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:00-Pokémon Sleep 00:13:00-Buggiest Apps00:29:00-Break00:30:40-Colour Pop Collaboration00:37:40-New Pokémon Center00:40:30-Shrouded Fable00:44:45-Sendai GO Fest News00:51:45-SV Distributions01:06:00-Post Credits  LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 w

May 20, 2024 • 1:06:40

GameStop Wants Your Pokémon Now

Pokémon Sleep gets a small update to help new players and a couple Pokémon receive a small buff. Twilight Masquerade is right around the corner with 160 new cards. GameStop is working directly with PSA to now buy and sell graded Pokémon cards. Part 2 of Pokémon Horizon's dropped on Netflix this past week. Finally, we talk about how Pokémon GO wants you to give them $2 so they can give you $3 back. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:01:40-Pokémon Sleep News00:17:00-Part 2 of Pokémon Horizons00:28:40-Break0

May 13, 2024 • 1:43:26

Cheating in Pokémon

The Entei event has been details and explained to us! We breakdown how you should prepare. Pokémon Pocket gets a small update, which hopefully means good things coming. A brand new merch set with James Turner art dropped on Pokémon Center. Rika comes to Pokémon Masters EX. Pokémon players cheat to find Wiglett. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:00-Pokémon Sleep Entei Event00:16:45-Rika in Masters EX00:26:40-Break00:31:00-Pokémon Pocket D00:36:00-TCG Lounge in Japan00:51:00-NAIC Pokémon Center00:57:20-

May 6, 2024 • 1:32:28

Golden Shinies & Diancie Returns

Pokémon GO gets a background refresh as part of the Rediscover campaign they have been running and it's actually very cool! Diancie returns to Pokémon GO for FREE for anyone who did not get one at GO Fest. This has been the only way to get a Diancie in a couple years. A new Mass Outbreak event with boosted Shiny chance has come to Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, along with the return of Walking Wake and Iron Leaves Raids. Pokémon Sleep announced that Entei is coming and a Fire-type week will happen

Apr 29, 2024 • 1:32:52

Rediscover Pokémon GO or Not...

Pokémon Sleep introduced the Flower Festival this week! Pokémon UNITE does another character balance, a new battle pass, and updates to the draft system. A man in Japan is arrested for selling digital Pokémon. Niantic launches one of its biggest updates yet for Pokémon GO and people hate it. We compare Mall of America to Disney for Pokémon GO players. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:03:00-Pokémon Sleep Flower Event00:18:30-Pokémon UNITE Updates00:30:00-Man Arrested00:39:00-Break00:40:15-Rediscover Poké

Apr 22, 2024 • 1:34:04

Necrozma Arrives This Summer

Pokémon Sleep prepares a new update. Netflix announces that we are getting the next episodes of Pokémon Horizons in May and also that we are getting more episodes of Pokémon Concierge. Necrozma and Ultra Beasts will be in raids during GO Fest this summer, all with the chance of being Shiny. Finally, the Nintendo Online Services for 3DS shutdown this week for good, but Pokémon Bank still operates. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:30-Pokémon Sleep 00:13:00-Pokémon GO News00:48:30-Break00:51:20-New TCG

Apr 15, 2024 • 1:39:19

Catch Shiny Pokémon in Paldea and Beyond

Pokémon put out an article on how to shiny hunt in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. 7-Star Meganium Raids seem to be a pain for some trainers this past weekend. Pokémon Worlds 2024 dates were finally announced after EUIC this past weekend. The Bug event and Mega Heracross arrive this upcoming weekend! 00:00:00-Introduction 00:01:05-Pokémon Sleep Updates00:21:45-Worlds Dates Announced00:32:15-Break00:35:00-Shiny Hunting in SV00:50:20-Meganium Raids01:08:40-Pokémon GO Bug Out01:24:30-Post Credits Ad th

Apr 8, 2024 • 1:25:18

The Launch of Pokémon Works

Pokémon Sleep messed up, but players weren't mad because of how they handled it. The first week of Raikou is over, we talk about how easy or hard it was to get, even for players who just picked up the game. Pokémon Works is a new thing between ILCA and the Pokémon Company and we don't really know what it means yet? There is some weird price things happening with the latest Pokémon TCG set. If you spent $10 on the Season Pass in Pokémon GO, we now know what part 2 is going to get you. 00:00:00-In

Apr 1, 2024 • 2:00:22

Baby Mass Outbreaks in Scarlet & Violet

PAX East 2024 recap with the Play Lab experience and the new additions to it. Pokémon Sleep information around catching Raikou and how free-to-play players can do it with no money or stress. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet are getting a new Mass Outbreak with six baby Pokémon as the focus. Finally, we go over a short interview with an ex-Pokémon employee who handled removing fan-made games from the internet. 00:00:00 - Introduction00:01:30 - Catching Raikou00:17:30 - PAX East Recap00:46:50 - Break00:

Mar 25, 2024 • 1:27:39

The Complicated Road to Raikou

Pokémon Sleep might be surprising people in how simple, but also how deep the game is. Electric Week is over and now we wait a week until Raikou shows up! We go over what to expect when our first Legendary arrives in Pokémon Sleep. Temporal Forces, the next TCG set, drops this weekend at retail. We also get news about the next set, Twilight Masquerade.00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Pokémon Sleep: Raikou00:35:50 - Break00:39:00 - Temporal Forces01:00:00 - Zarude returns to Pokémon GO01:53:00

Mar 18, 2024 • 1:53:56

Is Pokémon Horizons Worth Watching

Twelve episodes of Pokémon Horizons are now on Netflix and we talk about how it feels compared to the older anime. Light spoilers, but the focus is overall feel of the show, not plot. Interview with Pokémon employees about Ash and where he is. 7-Star Raids are still rotating from Pokémon Day. Toyota builds a Miraidon motorcycle just because they can? The location for the Pokémon World 2026 was leaked by the venue and Niantic announces three locations for Pokémon GO Fest 2024. 00:00:00 - Introduc

Mar 11, 2024 • 1:25:27

Happy International Women's Day 2024

Hannah hosts this week to celebrate women in the Pokémon scene for International Women's Day 2024! Joining her is Aislinn @AisTrainer and NHoff @GoddessNHoff to talk about their love of Pokémon and the franchise as a whole! Please enjoy this bonus episode!   LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Suppo

Mar 8, 2024 • 1:26:51

Pokémon Legends Z-A Revealed, Kalos

Pokémon Legends Z-A got announced and it's the next game by Game Freak coming in 2025. That means no main series game this year for 2024? Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket is the next mobile game and that is coming this year. Pocket is being made by both Creatures Inc. and DeNA. We get updates for Masters EX, UNITE, Sleep, Pokémon GO, and Cafe Remix. Oh yeah, the anime is coming next week. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Pokémon Legends Z-A 00:40:00 - Break00:41:50 - Pokémon Masters EX Update0

Mar 4, 2024 • 1:36:58

Sinnoh Tour and Niantic's Vision for Exploring

Was the flight and hotel worth the cost to travel to LA to play Pokémon GO and experience the Sinnoh Tour? We bring on Chris from the GOCast podcast to talk about this event and to compare it to recent GO Fests and event in Vegas last year. We talk about the park, shiny rates, the new adventure effects, and the Spiritomb stops!00:00:20 - Introduction 00:01:30 - Culture Shock00:07:00 - The Rose Bowl 00:35:30 - Break00:38:20 - Jumbo & Shiny 01:06:00 - Unova Tour01:15:00 - Party Play 01:35:30 - Pos

Feb 26, 2024 • 1:36:13

Pokémon Day Predictions

With the 2024 Pokémon Day around the corner, we talk about what makes the most sense to show up and what we would like, even if that's probably not possible. Our conversations go from Pokémon UNITE to Pokémon GO to the new Pokémon and more! We talk about the potential of a new Main Series game being announced to even having nothing that big announced as it could be a lighter year. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:30 - Pokémon Anime 00:22:10 - Black & White Remakes 00:51:10 - Break00:54:20 - Somethi

Feb 19, 2024 • 1:43:01

Ceruledge Hints at Pokémon Day

Pokémon Day is approaching fast and TPCi just gave us our first hint at what to expect. A Ceruledge TCG stamped with the Pokémon Day logo will be coming next week, which debuted with a small short. This hints at the Ceruledge in the anime and the rumors of Ceruledge coming to Pokémon UNITE as well. Pokémon sales numbers got updated, Pokémon collaborated with 100 Thieves, and we have a new pin collection for the Year of the Dragon. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:40 - New Raid Events00:11:00 - 100

Feb 12, 2024 • 1:25:42

Shiny Boosted Event Coming to Pokémon Sleep

Pokémon Sleep is getting a Valentine's Week event with boosted Shiny Pokémon. We get the 3.0.1 patch notes for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. They fixed what they said they would, but also patched the Smeargle issue too. Pokémon GO is getting one of the rarest Legendary Pokémon in the game. Pokémon UNITE gets "kinda" gets 3 new characters announced. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Pokémon Sleep Event00:14:40 - New Elite Raids00:37:00 - Break00:40:20 - New UNITE Characters00:51:30 - Scarlet and V

Feb 5, 2024 • 1:15:08

Is Pokémon Pay to Win

Two players got banned at the Liverpool tournament this past weekend for using cloned Pokémon on their teams. This sparked a conversation that they didn't have enough time to make the Pokémon properly because the games have become "pay to win" because of needing to trade or buy the DLCs. Paldean Fates, the newest Shiny TCG set, has arrived. The Pikachu Van Gogh situation gets another update. Pokémon GO makes some good quality of life changes. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Cheating in VGC 00

Jan 29, 2024 • 1:44:30

The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Epilogue: Mochi Mayhem

Pokémon TV shuts down after running for 10 years, making it harder to find Pokémon anime episodes. Pokémon GO is bringing Shadow Kyogre to the game soon and Shadow Ho-Oh returns. Pokémon Sleep preps us for the new event and new island coming next week. We dive deep in the Epilogue: Mochi Mayhem and talk about our thoughts on the new Mythical Pokémon. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:20 - Pokémon Sleep News00:15:30 - Pokémon TV Shuts Down00:24:40 - Pokémon GO News00:37:00 - Break00:38:50 - Epilogue:

Jan 22, 2024 • 1:53:52

The 600 Club, Exclusive Pokémon Only

Pokémon Sleep gets a new island this month! Pokémon Masters EX adds the first Paldea character to the game. Niantic announces more surprises for Sinnoh Tour and two new gameplay mechanics for hardcore players. The Epilogue for Scarlet and Violet dropped this week, but we'll be doing a spoiler episode for that in 601. To celebrate 600 episodes, we talk about 600族 aka the 600 Club aka Pseudo-legendary Pokémon! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:10 - Pokémon Sleep News00:10:20 - Iono in Masters EX00:23:

Jan 15, 2024 • 1:52:22

Most Expensive Pokémon Cards of 2023

We go over both the most searched for Pokémon Cards and the most expensive Pokémon cards for 2023. Thoughts on Pokémon Concierge and if it's worth signing up fro Netflix. People are (once again) saying that Pokémon GO is dying, we talk about it and what Niantic did introduce for 2023 and what expectations are for 2024. Pokémon Sleep recap too. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:40 - Pokémon Sleep00:10:00 - Most Expensive Pokémon Cards 202300:30:00 - Break00:33:10 - Most Searched for Pokémon Cards 202

Jan 8, 2024 • 1:46:09

Everyone Loves Pokémon Concierge

No spoilers for Pokémon Concierge, but we do talk about how everyone seems to really like it! On top of that, Netflix added Pokémon profile icons you can use! Pokémon GO has a New Years event featuring Jigglypuff with a bow. Pokémon Sleep also has a New Years event and this episode we compare free to play to premium and where everyone is at. Finally, there are some events ending in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet you should do ASAP.00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Pokémon Sleep 202400:22:50 - Pokém

Jan 1, 2024 • 1:04:14

The Story of the Indigo Disk DLC

HUGE Spoilers for those who didn't finish the story! We talk about the characters of the Indigo Disk and the continuation of the story from the Teal Mask into this. We also talk about the upcoming Epilogue that was announced and the secret story that you can access after the credits. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:00 - Item Printer00:17:10 - The BB Elite Four 00:37:30 - Break00:39:10 - Kieran's Story01:50:45 - Bugs & Oversights 01:58:30 - Post Credits  Ad this

Dec 25, 2023 • 1:59:18

The Indigo Disk is Here

No character or storyline spoilers this episode. The Indigo Disk is here and we talk about the new Flying mechanic, the task before each gym leader, the lack of a battle tower, becoming Pokémon, BBQs, the Legendary Pokémon being Shiny locked and more. This is our longest episode of the year, so I hope you really enjoy it. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Flying 00:11:00 - The Dome00:27:00 - The Elite 4 Mechanics 00:48:30 - Break00:52:10 - Drayton's Task & No Battle Tower01:44:10 - Item Printer

Dec 18, 2023 • 3:00:25

Indigo Disk DLC Launch Week

The final trailer for the Indigo Disk shows us more of what the DLC will include. A new feature where you can be Pokémon, a side quest mission related to something called BBQs, the ability to unlock flying for our Legendary Pokémon and more. This DLC seems much more packed than the Teal Mask. On top of that, Legendary Pokémon will be returning and there is a Shiny Mass Outbreak Event happening right now. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:00 - Being a Pokémon00:10:40 - The Power of Flight & BBQs00:40

Dec 11, 2023 • 1:30:30

More Sinnoh Pokémon and Space-time Distortions

Pokémon Sleep won some Google Play awards! Pokémon GO just launched their new Season, Timeless Travels, which involves Hisui Pokémon and a whole lot of Sinnoh. This season also leads up to the Sinnoh Tour, which will happen in LA early next year. This season will also include a $5 ticket each month, which is getting closer and closer to a monthly membership for the game. Pokémon Horizons finally has a USA date, which is also early next year. Pokémon UNITE is getting draft mode, EX Pokémon, and a

Dec 4, 2023 • 1:44:25

$29,000 Pikachu Necklace

Eevee Week comes to an end in Pokémon Sleep, but now we have Good Sleep Day. We talk about the pros and cons of the 7-Star Hisuian Samurott Raid that happened this past weekend. Two new Luxury brands partnered with The Pokémon Company releasing items that most cannot afford. Don't get locked out of your Pokémon GO. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Pokémon Sleep News00:05:40 - Samurott Raid Recap 00:30:40 - Break00:34:20 - Pokémon x Luxury Brands01:02:40 - Accounts on Pokémon GO01:19:00 - Post

Nov 27, 2023 • 1:19:41

Paldean Fates Announced

Eevee week is coming to Pokémon Sleep. Speaking of Eevee, we talk about our thoughts on the 7-Star Eevee Raids. Paldean Fates, a Shiny TCG set, is coming in January and TPCi chose some interesting Pokémon to display on the packaging for this set. Party Play in Pokémon GO now works with Routes! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:40 - Toys R Us is Back00:09:00 - Pokémon Sleep News00:16:30 -  7 Star Eevee Raids Recap00:32:50 - Break00:33:50 - Paldean Fates00:43:00 - Pokémon GO News00:53:30 - Post Credit

Nov 20, 2023 • 54:20

Taylor Swift vs. Pokémon

Pokémon Sleep and Pokémon Masters EX gets an Eevee event to Celebrate Eevee Day! Pokémon Center restocks some Sitting Cuties, but also raises the prices. Niantic released information on how much money Pokémon GO Fest brought to the three cities that it visited in 2023 and compared that revenue to how much money a Taylor Swift concert would bring in. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:20 - Pokémon Sleep News00:12:15 - Eevee Day00:21:20 - Break00:24:30 - Pokémon Center Restock00:36:20 - Taylor Swift vs

Nov 13, 2023 • 1:14:11

The Indigo Disk DLC on December 14

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's The Indigo Disk Expansion, which is part 2 of The Hidden Treasures of Area Zero DLC, will be released on December 14, 2023. We talk about the new Typhlosion Raids and what could come next. Pokémon GO gets another IRL event early next year in Taiwan. Pokémon UNITE is in a good spot with Meowscarada coming next.  00:00:20 - Introduction 00:01:20 - Pokémon Sleep Halloween00:06:00 - Thanksgiving Day00:13:00 - The Indigo Disk DLC00:22:30 - Typhlosion Raids00:35:20 - Break

Nov 6, 2023 • 1:09:54

So Many Halloween Events in Pokémon!!

We figured out Pokémon Sleep and the calculator! Pokémon Scarlet and Violet got two different events for Halloween this past week. We spoil the ending to Detective Pikachu Returns to circle back if the game is worth $50 or not. Pokémon Cafe Remix celebrates two years and we celebrate that the Party feature in Pokémon GO actually works.  00:00:20 - Introduction 00:01:20 - Pokémon Sleep Halloween00:13:00 - Spooky Mass Outbreaks00:29:00 - Detective Pikachu Ending00:40:00 - Physical Copy of the DLC

Oct 30, 2023 • 1:36:13

Is Detective Pikachu Worth $50?

Pokémon Sleep is having a Halloween Event with new Pokémon and double candy! We finally touch on this Hatsune Miku x Pokémon collaboration that seems to have no end in sight. Pokémon UNITE finally nerfs Mewtwo and players are happy once again. If you were waiting on the Van Gogh Pikachu, the second Pokémon Center release just happened. After five long years, the sequel to Detective Pikachu is here and we have mixed thoughts on both the game and the price tag. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:10 - P

Oct 23, 2023 • 1:39:41

Pokémon Museum Exhibit Pulls the Pikachu Card

The Van Gogh Museum was having so many problems with the Pikachu promo card that it pulled the card altogether due to scalpers. Pokémon Center plans to release the card again soon, but no date or time has been given, making fans worry they may miss it again. Pokémon GO is adding a new Party feature and their Halloween event is around the corner. Pokémon Masters EX wraps up their 4 year anniversary, but why does it seem other gacha games have more momentum?00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:40 - Pokém

Oct 16, 2023 • 1:46:27

Future Pokémon Bank Closing & Seoul Safari Zone

With the 3DS and the Wii U online services completely shutting down in April of 2024, we know that Pokémon Bank will still work for a "period of time" after that, but we don't know how much longer. This is the last bridge we can cross Pokémon over into the Switch. Thoughts on the new format of Safari Zones with a trip to South Korea to play that experience. Detective Pikachu arrives with very average reviews. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Pokémon Sleep Update00:04:00 - Pokémon Bank's Future

Oct 9, 2023 • 1:13:37

The Van Gogh Pikachu Disaster Explained

We have confirmation that bug fixes for the Teal Mask DLC are coming early October. The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam launched a collaboration with Pokémon over the next couple months resulting in what seemed to be a Black Friday rush over a new Pikachu card. This rush also seemed to cause a rush on Pokémon Center's website causing disappointment for most fans attempting to get in on this collaboration. Pokémon Sleep remains a good game. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:10 - Good Sleep Day, Pokémon

Oct 2, 2023 • 1:49:24

Kitakami Issues in the Teal Mask DLC

The Teal Mask DLC has a planned update for early October for a bug that is preventing players from finishing one of the side storylines in the game. The Pokémon Classic TCG collection comes out in November and already sold out without listing anything about quality. Routes are getting an update and a new event in Pokémon GO. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:30 - Good Sleep Day, Pokémon Sleep00:16:30 - Pokémon x McDonald's00:19:30 - SV Raid Event00:26:30 - New Charm in DLC00:36:20 - Break00:37:50 -

Sep 25, 2023 • 1:41:45

Review of The Teal Mask Pokémon DLC

The Teal Mask DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet are here! This episode will include story spoilers, but we don't warn you when they happen. We talk about the 2.0.1 update for the games, the new features you can experience without the DLC, and the DLC content itself. Before we dive into the Teal Mask, we talk about UNITE, the Santa Cruz skateboards, and our Pokémon Sleep check-in! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:10 - Pokémon Sleep Updates00:06:00 - Santa Cruz Skateboards00:18:30 - Blaziken in UNIT

Sep 18, 2023 • 2:20:44

Test, Don't Download

Just a test

Sep 18, 2023 • 0:59

Review of the Teal Mask DLC

The Teal Mask DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet are here! This episode will include story spoilers, but we don't warn you when they happen. We talk about the 2.0.1 update for the games, the new features you can experience without the DLC, and the DLC content itself. Before we dive into the Teal Mask, we talk about UNITE, the Santa Cruz skateboards, and our Pokémon Sleep check-in! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:10 - Pokémon Sleep Updates00:06:00 - Santa Cruz Skateboards00:18:30 - Blaziken in UNIT

Sep 18, 2023 • 57:04

Teal Mask Roll Out, New Skateboards, Anime Update

Mr. Mime and Mime Jr. are coming to Pokémon Sleep. We now know that the Pokémon DLC should drop the morning of the 13th in Japan according to sources, so that would mean the evening of the 12th for the United States. Paldean Winds comes to YouTube with a new Scarlet and Violet distribution. Santa Cruz is releasing a handful of Pokémon skateboards, but you don't get to pick which one you want. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:07:15 - New Pokémon in Sleep 00:19:45 - Pokémon GO Update00:34:45 - Break00:3

Sep 11, 2023 • 1:14:15

Countdown to The Teal Mask Pokémon DLC

We had a first big Pokémon Sleep event, Good Sleep Day, so we go over the ups and downs of that event. After traveling and participating in a Japanese Tea Ceremony, we talk about that compared to what they showed for Poltchageist. Now that it's been a couple days, we talk about the 7-Star Mewtwo Raids and the expectations set. Finally, a new season of Pokémon GO is here! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:40 - Good Sleep Day00:09:20 - 7 Star Mewtwo Raids00:27:20 - Break00:30:40 - Free Mimikyu GameSto

Sep 4, 2023 • 1:11:34

Mega Rayquaza Weekend

This past weekend was the Global Pokémon GO Fest and we talk about how this one holds up compared to past events. Mega Rayquaza makes its worldwide debut in Pokémon GO. Pokémon Masters EX kicks off its 4 year anniversary this week. Pokémon Sleep celebrates 10 million downloads. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet’s is adding the matcha-flavored Pokémon, Poltchageist!00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:00 - Pokémon Sleep Day00:16:00 - Masters EX Anniversary 00:21:00 - Break00:22:40 - Pokémon GO Fest Recap01:32:

Aug 28, 2023 • 1:41:22

Your Favorite Pokémon Isn't Good Enough

Pokémon Cafe Remix gets a popular character added to the game. Both Mewtwo X and Mewtwo Y are now in Pokémon UNITE. Mega Rayquaza comes to Pokémon GO for everyone this weekend for the Global GO Fest. Pokémon Sleep gets its first event on August 30th. The next TCG set comes this November. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:10 - Pokémon Sleep Updates00:12:00 - Mewtwo XY in UNITE 00:32:00 - Break00:35:20 - Thoughts on Café Remix  00:45:40 - Mewtwo Prep for Scarlet/Violet 00:55:10 - Mega Rayquaza in GO 0

Aug 21, 2023 • 1:24:52

DLC Release Date and Worlds Recap

We got a Pokémon presents giving us the release date of the first DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. We also are getting a free Mew to use against the battle with the upcoming 7-Star Tera Raid Mewtwo. Recap of Pokémon Worlds and what it was like to be there in person with all the events. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:30 - Get Mew and Mewtwo Event00:09:20 - Hidden Treasure DLC Release Date00:16:00 - New Pokémon00:28:20 - Anime Update00:33:10 - New Worlds TCG Promo 00:51:20 - Break00:54:20 - Poké

Aug 14, 2023 • 2:28:00

Review of Osaka Pokémon GO Fest

Week 3 of Pokémon Sleep talk! After spending 3 days in Osaka, we talk about how Pokémon GO Fest was compared to past events. There is also a Pokémon Presents happening this week, so we talk about what that could or could not include. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Pokémon Sleep00:16:00 - Pokémon Presents Soon00:35:20 - Break00:38:40 - Pokémon GO Fest Osaka 01:31:40 - Post Credits  🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 ww

Aug 7, 2023 • 1:32:45

Pokémon Sleep is Still Good

Week 2 of Pokémon Sleep is here and we're still playing it and still talking about it! What we like and don't like so far about Sleep and who spent money on it. The 7-Star Rillaboom came and went and we talk about how we felt about the Raid and if the outlook for Raiding this Summer seems bleak. LA is getting a free Pokémon exhibit with Japanese inspired art. Pokémon cards are coming back to McDonald's! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:00 - Pokémon Sleep00:36:30 - Break00:38:40 - Rillaboom Raids01:

Jul 31, 2023 • 1:30:53

Longterm Pokémon Sleep Thoughts

Pokémon Sleep is now available for download pretty much globally. After a couple nights with the game, we talk about the pros and cons of the game and if giving the game money would be worth it. There is also a couple of bugs with the game that could sour some people's experience. 2023 World Championships are around the corner and a big event at Worlds just got canceled. This adds to the already crowded event where lots of Trainers can't get into any of the side-events due to the lottery system.

Jul 24, 2023 • 1:44:23

Pokémon Sleep Device & Release

As of this recording, Pokémon Sleep is rolling out in select countries. We talk about the release, early thoughts on the game, and the pricing structure compared to other sleep apps in the App Stores. The Pokémon GO++, which works with Pokémon Sleep, is now out and we talk about if it's worth buying. Pokémon is coming to Comic-con, but it might not be as exciting as you think. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:30 - Pokémon GO++00:20:15 - Pokémon Sleep Thoughts00:46:30 - Break00:49:30 - Comic-Con Pan

Jul 17, 2023 • 1:27:14

Pokémon Sleep is Around the Corner

Pokémon Sleep should be out this month and the Pokémon GO Plus + is coming out this Friday. We have more information about the app, including that it'll contain micro transactions. Niantic fired 230 employees and then went on to celebrate 7-years of Pokémon GO. Thoughts on NAIC and the Pokémon Center down in Ohio too! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:15 - Pokémon Sleep00:32:00 - Break00:34:40 - 7 Years of Pokémon GO01:12:50 - Delphox Raids01:34:00 - NAIC Recap01:59:00 - Post Credits  🌐 www.pkmncas

Jul 10, 2023 • 1:59:47

NAIC w/ Pokésports

This week we team up with PokéSports to bring you an in-person episode together! Both podcasts traveled to Ohio for the North American International Championships! We talk about the minor update to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, Pokémon Sleep news, Detective Pikachu Returns, and what teams we are brining to the tournament. We also talk about what to expect at a National level tournament like this and travel woes. You can check out Pokésports podcast here: https://pokesports.org00:00:20 - Introducti

Jul 3, 2023 • 1:19:42

New Scarlet & Violet DLC Trailer, Detective Pikachu Returns

The latest Nintendo Direct gives us a brand new Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Trailer! We also get the release date for Detective Pikachu Returns after 6 years of the first game releasing. We go in depth for both these game trailers and we talk about the newly released Gimmighoul Raids that was also shown in the Nintendo Direct. Finally, we get the final arc of the Pokémon anime on Netflix this week. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:00 - Detective Pikachu Returns00:24:10 - Break00:27:10 - New SV DLC T

Jun 26, 2023 • 1:37:47

Free Shiny Arcanine

Starting June 30th, tune in during the live broadcast of the 2023 North America International Championships to receive some  digital distributions! Team Rocket is really using inflation to their advantage, we talk about the recent clothing drop on Pokémon Center. Niantic launched a web store to save money on Pokémon GO purchases. Scarlet & Violet—151, the latest TCG set, is already selling out everywhere. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:03:00 - NIAC Gifts00:20:20 - Team Rocket Merch00:38:20 - Break00

Jun 19, 2023 • 1:31:34

Team Rocket Collection Coming Soon

The Pokemon Trading Card Game Online is over and sunsetted. Unfortunately, Pokémon Trading Card Game Live isn't a good enough replacement and it's all we have. A huge 30-piece Team Rocket collection is on its way to the Pokémon Center soon. Leafeon arrives in UNITE. Pokémon GO Fest showed off new details of what the event will host. Raid events are returning to Pokémon Scarlet and Violet this weekend! 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:03:20 - Pokémon Trading Card Game Live00:23:30 - Break00:27:00 - Pok

Jun 12, 2023 • 1:24:23

Protesting The Pokémon Company

The South Korean tournament circuit has been run so poorly this year that the top 4 Korean VGC players decided to protest The Pokémon Company and all 4 got disqualified from the event. Pokémon HOME 3.0.0 is here and not much has changed. Regulation D starts on July 1st and this will be the official format for Worlds. Pokémon GO gets a very good start to the Hidden Gems season and we cover the ZoëTwoDots interview with Niantic. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:30 - Pokémon HOME Update00:17:00 - Regu

Jun 5, 2023 • 2:31:25

Shadow Mewtwo, Clothing Shutdown, Cute Charmander

We talk about the pros and cons of the Shadow Mewtwo weekend! With Raids still being pumped out in Pokémon GO, it seems that Raids in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet are still on hold. We got sad news of Original Stitch closing down. Pokémon UNITE and Pokémon Masters EX both gets updates. Another 190 cards are coming, including another Charizard, with Obsidian Flames now detailed out. Finally, Pokémon HOME is around the corner. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:03:30 - Shadow Mewtwo Recap00:27:20 - No Raid

May 29, 2023 • 1:34:15

Pokémon HOME Soon, But Lots of Bugs

Pokémon HOME got a release date, and then that release date got pulled the next day? We at least know what v3.0.0 of Pokémon HOME will have when it comes out. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet was supposed to have new Raids, but they also got pulled this weekend. Speaking of Pokémon SV, competitors in Korea and Japan ran into bugs resulting in unfair tournament results. Pokémon GO is getting the Master Ball and new Team Rocket Raids this week! 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:03:50 - Raids Get Pulled from Sc

May 22, 2023 • 1:52:27

Another Pokémon Fan Site Shuts Down

Chesnaught Raid recap and thoughts! Three new characters, including an all Eevee event, coming to Pokémon UNITE. One of the biggest Pokémon fan websites, The Silph Road, is closing their doors after seven years. What does that mean for the Pokémon GO Community? We go over some prep for the North American International Championships in Ohio and if you should go? 00:02:00 - Introduction 00:04:40 - Chesnaught Raid Recap00:26:40 - 3 New UNITE Characters00:37:40 - Break00:41:10 - The Silph Road01:05:

May 15, 2023 • 1:28:55

Have You Evolved Your Larvesta

We found out the hatch rates for Larvesta and it's not... good. On top of that, Niantic sent a push notification that felt a bit insulting to players. It's been reported that Pokémon GO had a downfall in profits, but we go more in-depth about that. Pokémon Trading Card Game Live gets an official release date, but that means the sunset of Pokémon Trading Card Game Online is coming. Finally, we talk about t-shirts and anime. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:40 - Larvesta Hatch Rates00:14:20 - Falling

May 8, 2023 • 1:03:02

The Next Three 7-Star Raids Coming for Scarlet & Violet

We know that Delphox, Chesnaught, and Rillaboom are the last 3 starters still left to come through 7-Star Raids in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Unsure if Game Freak is waiting for the release of these three before Pokémon HOME, but we talk about possible Tera types for these three coming. Niantic finally announced Pokémon GO Fest 2023, we talk about that and the remaining events for the lackluster Rising Heroes season.00:03:00 - Introduction 00:05:00 - Scarlet & Violet Raid Talk00:23:20 - Upcomin

May 1, 2023 • 1:40:04

Scarlet & Violet Update, Hisui and HOME

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet got updated to v1.3.0, but no performance updates were applied. We go over what did change and what didn't change. Pokémon HOME still doesn't have a date, just Spring for now, but we talk about how Hisui Pokémon would make the most sense after Regulation C is over. Speaking of VGC, the Global Challenge 3 got announced and starts very soon! Finally, we kick off the episode talking about how the Scarlet and Violet TCG sold out in Japan and how theft is happening in Ameri

Apr 24, 2023 • 1:36:25

Random New Pokémon Debut

Pokémon Masters EX has a detective storyline happening right now with some returning favorites being featured as Sync Pairs. Pokémon UNITE gets Lapras as the latest playable character! Lapras may add new waves that UNITE needs to shake things up. The Pokémon Global Challenge II is happening very quickly with the return of Typhlosion Raids this weekend. Speaking of Typhlosion, we talk about our experience with these Raids. Finally, the Pokémon anime just randomly showed off a new Pokémon in Japan

Apr 17, 2023 • 1:37:05

Typhlosion Coming to 7-Star Raids

Typhlosion is the final starter from Pokémon Legends to be added to Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, so does this mean Pokémon HOME is around the corner? Pokémon GO raised and limited Remote Raid passes, we talk about how this might affect the future of the game. Unova Sitting Cuties have arrived on Pokémon Center, we talk about the ones you should buy or avoid. Also, some company news regarding Creatures, Inc. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Pokémon GO Woes 00:35:45 - Break00:39:40 - Typhlosion C

Apr 10, 2023 • 1:22:14

The State of Pokémon UNITE

ZOINKS from the Overdunk Podcast joins Greg and Steve to talk about the current state of Pokémon UNITE. We talk about the recently added characters, updates, gameplay changes, and what Pokémon we'd like to see in the future. ZOINKS was also the Pokémon UNITE commentator for Worlds 2022. Find ZOINKS here: https://twitter.com/ZOINKScasts Enter Giveaway here: https://gleam.io/v7evv/pokemon-nintendo-oled-switch-giveaway🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.r

Apr 6, 2023 • 1:05:45

New Events for Scarlet & Violet

We recap Samurott Raids, talk about the new Pokémon Scarlet and Violet tournament happening, and a Cherish Ball Lechonk is here to grab! Side note, the tournament does give an exclusive in-game bag for your character. Before all of that Scarlet and Violet news, we talk about Niantic's changes to Remote Raid Passes in Pokémon GO.  00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Changes to Remote Raids Passes0038:40 - Break00:42:10 - GameStop Lechonk00:46:40 - Online Competition + Backpack00:53:00 - Pokémon TC

Apr 3, 2023 • 1:15:49

New Paldea Anime, TCG, and Raids

We get the title of the new Pokémon series without Ash taking place in Paldea. Spoilers about Ash leaving and our thoughts on the future of the anime series. While the first Paldea TCG drops this week, we already know the next Pokémon TCG with Paldea cards coming later in June of 2023. Blissey Raids in Scarlet and Violet drop out of no where, we talk about those and the rare Herba Mystica drops in the game. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:00 - Anime Talk00:17:40 - Next Pokémon TCG Set00:23:40 - Br

Mar 27, 2023 • 1:08:43

Goodbye 3DS & Wii U Games

We recap Decidueye Raids and our thoughts on the established formula so far. The Nintendo eShop is closing on the 3DS and the Wii U, meaning hundreds of games will be unaccessible going forward. This makes Pokémon fans worried about both Bank and HOME capability with older games, since Pokémon hasn't said much since their initial statements. Ball Guy comes to Masters EX. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:00 - Decidueye Raids0039:30 - Break00:43:30 - eShop Shut Down 00:58:30 - Judge Ban01:06:40 - Bal

Mar 20, 2023 • 1:19:07

Worth Traveling for Pokémon Events

A bonus podcast featuring Chris from GOCast: a Pokémon GO Podcast. You can find their show here: https://www.gocastpodcast.com/ We talk about our experience in Vegas for the Hoenn Tour. Ultimately, we answer the question of if it's worth traveling to these events.  LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰&nbs

Mar 15, 2023 • 1:16:52

Scarlet & Violet Update Planned for April

Some people were not able to catch the new Paradox Pokémon with the v1.2 update, so another update is planned for April to fix this issue for these Trainers. More issues creep into Pokémon GO as Trainers couldn't catch Regidrago this weekend and the makeup day was plagued with similar issues. Detective Pikachu 2 rumors start again. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:00 - Can't Catch Regidrago 00:44:20 - Break00:48:10 - Can't Catch Paradox 01:21:40 - Detective Pikachu 201:33:50 - Post Credits  🌐 www.

Mar 13, 2023 • 1:34:50

Happy International Women's Day

To celebrate International Women's Day, Hannah, Codey, and Carina talk about their experiences with Pokémon! From the Nintendo Game Boy to Pokémon GO, these women talk about growing up with Pokémon and how it currently fits into their lives. Hannah: https://twitter.com/HannahsPixelsCodey: https://twitter.com/CodeyMathisCarina: https://twitter.com/pengumon LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 ww

Mar 8, 2023 • 47:04

Scarlet & Violet are Still Broken

After a full week with the 1.2 update for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, we can confidently report that the games are still pretty broken. While some things are indeed fixed, other things like getting stuck in the Cheer menu for Raids still is a problem for a lot of players. Pokémon Sleep is coming soon, we talk about the app and the new device, the GO++. Finally, we get a pretty awesome Community Day coming to Pokémon GO later this month. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:30 - Thoughts on the 1.2 Upda

Mar 6, 2023 • 1:43:45

The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero ​​​​​​

Pokémon Day 2023 brings up The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero ​​​​​​DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet! The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero will take fans deeper into the world of Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet and consists of two different adventures—Part 1: The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero: The Teal Mask, launching in fall 2023, and Part 2: The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero: The Indigo Disk, releasing at a later date. We give our thoughts on this news! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:30 - DLC Annou

Feb 28, 2023 • 1:04:38

The Future of 7-Star Raids

7-Star Pikachu Raids showed to to celebrate the lead up of Pokémon Day. This was a very unique 7-Star Raid and sets the groundwork for what Legendary 7-Star Raids could hold if they ever arrive. Pokémon GO Hoenn Fest in Vegas thoughts compared to the Worldwide event this past weekend. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:10 - Pikachu Raids00:17:00 - Break 00:21:40 - Hoenn Thoughts00:58:50 - Post Credits  🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supere

Feb 26, 2023 • 1:00:03

Our Predictions for Pokemon Day

With the 2023 Pokémon Day around the corner, Hannah, Bobby and Steve give some predictions and talk about what games and announcements could happen this month. Pokémon Days takes place on February 27th every year! As of us recording this, we don't know if there will be a video presentation. Ad this episode was brought to you by EveryPlate! Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to www.EveryPlate.com and enter code supereffective149.Ad this episode brought to you by Brillian

Feb 20, 2023 • 1:11:07

Paldea Anime Starts Soon

Play Pokémon updates their rules after the disaster that was FL regionals. The new Pokémon anime is coming this April in Japan. We find out the main character was born in Paldea. Pokémon GO Hoenn Tour will be free for Worldwide players with no extra cost and increase Shiny Pokémon for some species. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:10 - Play Pokémon Update00:12:50 - Pokémon CD Collection00:19:40 - Break 00:21:40 - Pokémon Anime Updates00:27:20 - Pokémon GO News01:01:30 - Post Credits  🌐 www.pkmncas

Feb 13, 2023 • 1:02:20

Nintendo "Hears" Us

One really great Pokémon GO event is coming and one lackluster one is coming! Nintendo Canada gives an interview talking about the issues of Scarlet and Violet. Pokémon Trading Card Game Online is sunsetting with Crown Zenith, meaning we'll have to move to Pokémon Trading Card Game Live to play the new Scarlet and Violet Standard sets. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:10 - Pokémon GO News00:23:30 - Comfy in UNITE00:31:30 - Break 00:36:00 - Pokémon Trading Card Game Updates01:00:00 - Nintendo "Hears

Feb 6, 2023 • 1:20:56

Pokémon Sleep Update

Pokémon moves the needle on Sleep and we get some new information in regards to if it's coming soon or not. Comfy is coming to Pokémon UNITE this week and players are already concerned. We talk about Greninja Raids and compare it to Cinderace and Charizard. We also talk about the tolerance of this difficulty for some. Finally, a fish crashes Pokemon Scarlet and Violet and spends money while owner is away. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:10 - Pokémon Sleep News00:27:00 - Comfy in UNITE00:34:40 - Br

Jan 30, 2023 • 1:16:51

Why the Pokémon XY Trademarks Renewed

Rumors around the Scarlet and Violet DLC points to us heading to Kalos for DLC. We talk about why that isn't probably true and why the XY trademarks renewed last month. We also talk about the Mega Energy economy in Pokémon GO and the next GO event coming this week. Crown Zenith are here and maybe you should pick it up? Finally, Greninja is the next 7-Star Raid Boss and we talk about it! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:30 - Crown Zenith00:10:40 - Pokémon GO News00:26:40 - Break 00:31:40 - Greninja

Jan 23, 2023 • 1:12:59

Scarlet & Violet v1.2 Update Coming

We got a bunch of new Tera Raids coming to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet! On top of that, we now have a confirmed update coming at the end of February to the game. The first Scarlet and Violet TCG cards have been shown, but it looks like Rainbow Rares might be a thing of the past. Finally, the Lunar New Year event is coming to Pokémon GO! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Pokémon GO News00:18:00 - Pokémon TCG News00:36:30 - Break 00:37:40 - 1008 of Scarlet and Violet01:18:00 - SV Update Coming  01

Jan 16, 2023 • 1:33:37

The Big Fairy & Dragon Pokémon Event

Kecleon debuts in Pokémon GO! Another fun gimmick that Niantic added for players! The Twinkling Fantasy event starts this week in Pokémon GO and it seems really good! The first official VGC tournament started and it started rough, let's dive in. Pokémon Masters EX has two new holiday pairs to kick off the year! Finally, the Pokémon Squishmallows will return next month. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Pokémon GO News00:31:00 - Break 00:36:30 - Pokémon Masters EX News00:43:00 - Bad Start to VGC

Jan 9, 2023 • 1:17:08

Top 30 Pokémon from Scarlet & Violet

Cinderace Raids (Round 1) came and went! We talk about solo play vs team play and some people just not accepting team play while playing with others. We also talk about the obsession with gimmicks instead of consistent gameplay. Pokémon Masters EX gets a holiday update and a huge sale! Finally, there was a poll for the Top 30 Pokémon in Scarlet and Violet and we go over the results. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:00 - Tera Raids, Cinderace00:49:20 - Break 00:52:50 - Pokémon Masters EX News01:00:0

Jan 2, 2023 • 1:24:53

7-Star Cinderace Coming This Week

We talk about the ups and downs of the new Tera Raids. A quick recap of 7-Star Charizard and preparation for the new upcoming 7-Star Cinderace. Pokémon GO gets a new New Years event. Pokémon UNITE gets a producer letter with more transparency about the game going forward. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:20 - Tera Raids, Cinderace01:05:40 - Break 01:08:30 - New Years, Pokémon GO01:23:20 - Pokémon UNITE, Producer Letter01:39:00 - Post Credits 🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instag

Dec 26, 2022 • 1:39:56

The End of Ash Ketchum

A Tera Raid fix should be coming to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet soon. Pokémon UNITE is getting an update with new characters and picking teams going into Season 13 of their battle pass. Ash is finally done with the Anime and two new characters will be replacing him to begin their Paldea journey next year. Pokémon GO adds Vivillon to the game with a new postcard update and the Winter Event Part 1 has started. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:10 - Tera Raid Bug00:14:00 - Pokémon UNITE News00:29:50 - B

Dec 19, 2022 • 1:46:20

Strategy for Charizard Raids

NO SPOILERS! Charizard Raids will be returning to Scarlet and Violet this weekend! We talk about team strategy, solo play, playing with friends and playing with randoms. The Pokémon TCG gets some huge changes to design, format, and price. While prices are going up for booster packs, better cards should be in said packs. Pokémon GO is having an event in Indonesia and it included a Pokémon run! Finally, we talk clothes and the official #1000 Pokémon. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:30 - South Korea

Dec 12, 2022 • 1:51:45

Super Picnic Club 06 | Area Zero

Episode 006 of Super Picnic Club! The final episode out our mini-series. We open the door to Area Zero and we dive into the center of the Paldea Region. Here we meet the Professor and talk about the new zone, the music, and the final battle of the game. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:45 - Area Zero (Part 1) 00:48:20 - Break 00:49:10 - Area Zero (Part 2) 01:17:50 - The Final Battle01:29:00 - Credits 🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supere

Dec 9, 2022 • 1:29:47

Super Picnic Club 05 | Champion Path

Episode 005 of Super Picnic Club! We talk about all eight Gym Leaders and the Elite Four, as well as the two battles after the E4. We give our takes on the Gym Challenges, the Pokémon used, and the personalities of the characters created for these games. We  also talk about the awkward quiz to even battle the E4 too. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:45 - The Gym Leaders (Part 1)00:46:30 - Break 00:47:30 - The Gym Leaders (Part 2) 01:02:00 - The Elite Four 01:30:20 - The Champion 01:37:00 - The Riva

Dec 8, 2022 • 1:55:29

Why No Voice Acting In Scarlet & Violet

NO SPOILERS! We revisit why Pokémon Sword and Shield had no voice acting according to Ohmori. The 1.1.0 update for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are here, we go over what it fixed! Pokémon GO is getting a paid Keldeo event and the Hoenn Tour will kick off early next year! Steve recaps the Ultra Beast Arrival event in LA. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:00 - 1.1.0 Update SV00:19:00 - Voice Acting 00:33:00 - Break00:37:30 - GO Tour Returns00:52:20 - Ultra Beast Arrival 01:02:00 - Keldeo Arrival 01:27:1

Dec 5, 2022 • 1:28:35

Super Picnic Club 04 | Team Star

Episode 004 of Super Picnic Club! We talk about Team Star and the cars you have to battle! We also talk about the story and being bullied and how that all ties together. Team Star also introduces a level of difficulty that Gyms and the Titan fights do not. This episode will take about Team Star until story completes for them. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:45 - Being Bullied00:34:00 - Break 00:35:00 - The Cars01:20:30 - Credits 🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmn

Dec 2, 2022 • 1:21:28

Super Picnic Club 03 | Open World

Episode 003 of Super Picnic Club! We revisit how this may have been the first time someone has played an open-world game. We talk about how "hiding" information can lead to a good experience or a poor experience. We start to talk about Team Star here, but I think revisiting how this is the first open-world Pokémon game was important! 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:45 - Best Open World Games00:23:20 - Break 00:24:20 - Hidden Information 00:46:30 - Credits 🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmnca

Dec 1, 2022 • 47:57

Scarlet & Violet Sells 10 Million in 3 Days

NO SPOILERS! Right before recording we found out that Pokemon Scarlet and Violet sold 10 million copies in only 3 days. This makes it the fastest and besting selling game on a Nintendo system in that time frame ever. Pokémon Legends Arceus wins Nintendo game of the Year. Pokémon GO gets an Ultra Beast invasion and some more updates going into their new Season. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:20 - Pokémon GO Updates00:11:00 - Squishmallows, Sold Out00:14:00 - Pokémon Masters Update 00:17:00 - Tera

Nov 28, 2022 • 1:12:04

Super Picnic Club 02 | Five Titans

Episode 002 of Super Picnic Club! We tackled the Titan storyline first. While we don't talk about what happens after the first five Titans, we talk about which order we did and the overall world they dropped us into. This episodes also leans into if the open world is to hard or easy to explore and these Titans are in charge of more mobility for the overall game.00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:00 - The Open World00:31:00 - Break 00:33:30 - The Titan Story01:08:00 - Credits 🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www

Nov 25, 2022 • 1:09:05

Super Picnic Club 01 | The Paldea Pokédex

Episode 001 of Super Picnic Club! This is our brand new mini-series to take you through the Paldea Region! This episode will talk and rank our personal favorites and least favorites in the new Pokédex. For spoiler purposes, we DO NOT talk about the new Legendary Pokémon or anything found in Area Zero of the game. Let us know what your favorite Pokémon are!00:00:00 - Introduction 00:06:30 - Starter Pokémon 00:14:20 - Rest of Pokédex, Part 100:45:00 - Break 00:46:40 - Rest of Pokédex, Part 201:32:

Nov 24, 2022 • 1:33:10

New Features in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet

NO SPOILERS! Huge episode about some of the mechanic changes that Pokémon Scarlet & Violet compared to Pokémon Sword and Shield. We talk about clothes, Pokérus, Tera Raid Battles, and more without spoiling Pokémon, plot, or story. We also talk about the Ultra Beast invasion coming, new plushes, and the beta launch of TCG Live. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:10 - Pokémon TCG Live 00:09:00 - Pokémon GO News00:15:40 - Squishmallows00:18:00 - UNITE and Masters Updates 00:25:00 - Break00:27:00 - Scarl

Nov 21, 2022 • 1:11:54

First Impressions of Pokemon Scarlet & Violet

Greg, Bobby, and Steve give first impressions of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. We talk about the new stuff, the stuff removed, and the frame rate issues. This has no Pokémon spoilers, no story spoilers, and just general feel of these new games.🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on Patreon LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.

Nov 19, 2022 • 1:02:09

Scarlet & Violet Launch Week

Spoiler-free! One of our biggest episodes of the year! Let's talk about Charizard returning, Eevee Raids, Ash winning and his future, and more! We talk about the latest Pokémon Scarlet & Violet trailer and what everything means as we gear up for this Friday. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:05:10 - UNITE News00:08:40 - Tera Raid Battles00:44:20 - Break00:48:00 - New Donphan01:23:00 - Pokémon HOME Update01:34:30 - Break01:38:30 - Ash's Victory02:14:40 - Teddiursa Build-a-Bear02:20:00 - Question of the W

Nov 14, 2022 • 2:37:30

The Coin Chest Pokémon: Gimmighoul

A new Pokémon was shown off in Pokémon GO and now we know about it in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet! We talk about Gimmighoul and the future interactions it will have between both games. Knowing this now, we also know that HOME integration for these games will come sometime in 2023. Campfire comes to the US with a slow rollout still for other areas. Another TCG set gets announced, Crown Zenith. Pokémon Center gets new holiday merchandise. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:00 - Gimmighoul 00:20:30 - Brok

Nov 7, 2022 • 1:31:54

The Ghost Dog Pokémon, Greavard [Featuring RogersBase]

We talk all about the new Ghost dog Pokémon, Greavard! With the announcement of Greavard, we also talk about how the marketing for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet has been. The Sword and Shield TCG sets are coming to an end, we talk about what is on the horizon for the TCG. Zoroark gets added to Pokémon UNITE, but this is more of a trick than a treat. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:05:00 - Greavard00:24:30 - Zoroark in UNITE 00:37:20 - TCG Update00:44:00 - Break00:46:40 - Scarlet and Violet Talk01:41:40 -

Oct 31, 2022 • 2:02:52

We Played Scarlet & Violet, Our Thoughts

Hands-on with Pokémon Scarlet and Violet! Steve was invited out to New York to play Pokémon SV early! We give you 90 minutes of the thoughts on how the game played and what to expect. Pokémon GO has a huge Halloween event, we talk about what you can get as a free player or a paid player. Sword and Shield is coming to an end, but so are the in-game events. Glastrier and Spectrier appear in Max Raid Battles. Episode 536 Full. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:11:30 - Glastrier and Spectrier Raids00:20:00

Oct 24, 2022 • 2:46:51

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Oct 24, 2022 • 0:55

We Played Pokémon Scarlet & Violet

Hands-on with Pokémon Scarlet and Violet! Steve was invited out to New York to play Pokémon SV early! We give you 90 minutes of the thoughts on how the game played and what to expect. Pokémon GO has a huge Halloween event, we talk about what you can get as a free player or a paid player. Sword and Shield is coming to an end, but so are the in-game events. Glastrier and Spectrier appear in Max Raid Battles. Please Enjoy!00:00:20 - Introduction00:11:30 - Glastrier and Spectrier Raids00:20:00 - Pok

Oct 24, 2022 • 2:46:51

We Played Pokémon Scarlet and Violet

Hands-on with Pokémon Scarlet and Violet! Steve was invited out to New York to play Pokémon SV early! We give you 90 minutes of the thoughts on how the game played and what to expect. Pokémon GO has a huge Halloween event, we talk about what you can get as a free player or a paid player. Sword and Shield is coming to an end, but so are the in-game events. Glastrier and Spectrier appear in Max Raid Battles. Enjoy!00:00:20 - Introduction00:11:30 - Glastrier and Spectrier Raids00:20:00 - Pokémon GO

Oct 24, 2022 • 2:46:51

New Pokémon, Picnics, and the Iono Zone Revealed

We got 4 new Scarlet and Violet trailers to talk about! Three trailers in regards to Iono and her new Pokémon, plus the trailer from last week showing off some new mechanics of the game! We go in-depth about the TM Machine, Firagarif, Iono, and more! We also talk about the Hoopa Elite Raids in Pokémon GO, but this is a very, very heavy Pokémon Scarlet and Violet episode this week! 00:00:20 - Introduction00:06:00 - Meet Farigiraf and More!00:57:30 - Break01:00:50 - The Iono Zone01:22:00 - The New

Oct 17, 2022 • 2:01:34

How Pokémon Secured the Bag with Brands

Pokémon GO introduces the Evolving Stars event! There is a Trafford Centre Treasure Hunt Art Trail happening at the end of this month. VGC is removing Mythical from ranked. We spend our focus talking about Pokémon and the Licensing Partnerships they have recently secured the last couple of years. Nothing on the new trailer as this was recorded before that debut, we'll cover that next episode. 00:02:40 - Introduction00:06:00 - Evolving Stars Event 00:19:00 - Trafford Centre Treasure Hunt Art Trai

Oct 10, 2022 • 1:22:32

Wiglett

The Pokémon Company shows off a brand new Pokémon in a fake Zoom call, we talk about it. Ed Sheran releases a new song that will appear in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet on YouTube. Pokémon Journeys gets renewed for another new Season on Netflix this Fall. After the break, we talk about new characters getting added to Pokémon UNITE, including Zoroark and Sableye. With TemTem being released officially for the last two weeks now, we compare it a bit to Pokémon and talk about how it hit 1 million users

Oct 3, 2022 • 1:54:54

Furfrou, Arceus, Charizard, and Sheeran

All the hype for the Fashion Week themed Pokémon GO event and the upcoming Pokémon GO October Community featuring Litwick, tied in with the Season of Light.  Steve writes in about his experience in Korea and we discuss availability of the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet themed OLED Switch and the new Hori Pikachu, Mimikyu, and Gengar themed controllers.  Ed Sheeran will have a new Pokémon song out this week.🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/s

Sep 26, 2022 • 1:38:10

Misinformation in the Pokémon Community

A lot of misinformation this week that we need to clear up! Some Pokémon games won awards at TGS this past week. Drama about Pokémon hating Nuzlockes hit Twitter by storm. Dodrio comes to UNITE and Rosa & Shaymin arrive to Pokémon Masters EX. Lots of Sword and Shield distributions are happening right now, including Shiny Eternatus. Finally, cheating and gaslighting in the Pokémon Trading Card Game. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:06:00 - Best Selling Games TGS00:16:50 - Dodrio in Pokémon UNITE00:23:50

Sep 19, 2022 • 1:32:23

Team Star, Klawf, and More Details on Scarlet & Violet

A brand new Pokémon Scarlet and Violet trailer dropped and we talk about the new Pokémon, Team Star, new characters and if that bus/car is a Pokémon itself. We talk about the new Champion of the region, other champions, the "open world" of the region, level scaling, and the new "Let's Go" feature that the trailer skipped over. There are also a few distributions in Pokémon Sword and Shield we talk about, as well as, the Snom Raid event. 00:02:00 - Introduction00:08:00 - Pokémon Music00:10:40 - Sh

Sep 12, 2022 • 2:15:38

Shiny Eternatus & Graffiti Monkey Coming

Pokémon UNITE changes it's map, the ultimates, their emblems, and Mr. Mime gets an entire rework. Was all this work to bring back players upset about the Zapdos mechanic? Shiny Eternatus is coming to GameStop later this month. Pokémon GO gets a nighttime event for Clefairy and Mega Alakazam arrives later this week. Grafaiai makes it's Pokémon Scarlet and Violet debut! Finally, we talk about how Pokémon Legends Arceus and Pokémon Sword and Shield both had 3 years of development time. 00:02:00 - I

Sep 5, 2022 • 1:37:14

Middle Evolutions for Cycle Pokémon

Every GO Fest is now completed! We talk about Day 3 of the Worldwide GO Fest and if it stacks up to the first 2 days and the pros and cons of that event itself. Ash has now arrived in Pokémon Masters, as well as, the Trainer Lounge! We compare the Trainer Lounge to Fire Emblem and other light-dating sims. Steve is back from London, so we recap Worlds and go back over the new items they showed off in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:50 - Pokémon GO Fest Recap00:23:20 - Tho

Aug 29, 2022 • 1:57:32

Scarlet & Violet News, Competitive Play

Codey, Greg, and Will give a detailed review of the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet competitive play trailer that was released as part of the Pokémon World Championships. They also cover Pokémon Masters EX third anniversary (Ash and Pikachu Sync Pair), Pokémon GO Fest Finale, and the McDonald's Pokémon X Space Jam crossover.🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/

Aug 22, 2022 • 1:40:20

Victini Distribution / 2022 World Championships

Lots of in-game events and IRL events surrounding the 2022 Pokémon World Championships this weekend. All trainers will be able to get Victini in Pokémon Sword and Shield this weekend. A special Pikachu and event is coming to Pokémon GO. Pokémon UNITE is still celebrating their 1 year anniversary, and Masters EX is about to celebrate year 3. BBC x Pokémon do a collaboration which sold out in 15 mins. Finally, we get price and details about the BOOster Packs! 00:00:20 - Introduction00:06:30 - Free

Aug 15, 2022 • 1:38:47

The Terastal Phenomenon & Tera Raid Battles

Welcome to Paldea! All Pokémon can Terastallize and we cover this new battle gimmick! We talk about Tera Raid battles, the new characters, the new Pokémon; including a brown Wooper! Scarlet and Violet confirms a true open-world game where gyms can be done in any order. Instead of 1 main story, there are apparently 3 stories to follow and complete. This episode covers the entire August Pokémon Presents from start to finish. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:45 - The Paldea Region00:14:40 - The New Cha

Aug 8, 2022 • 2:04:24

Recap Seattle Pokémon GO Fest 2022

Pokémon UNITE adds a new mechanic. We talk about their Membership pass, some changes to the game, and climbing ladder. Steve is back from Seattle GO Fest. We discuss the meet and greets, the split city and park experience, and how Niantic keeps improving their live events. A new TCG Halloween promotion is coming, Masters EX gets more characters, and another $100+ plush arrives! 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:00 - Pokémon UNITE Update00:24:40 - Big Pokémon Plushes00:27:10 - Break00:29:20 - Pokémon

Aug 1, 2022 • 1:40:24

Official Pokémon Squishmallow Collab Announced

We talk about the changes in Pokémon Unite after the one year anniversary and the impact of emblems on gameplay.  Was Xurkitree accidentally released early at Seattle GO Fest?  Ingo and Emmet return to Pokémon Masters EX - was Ingo able to return from Hisui?  How many ways can you stuff a Pokémon?  New collab announced with Squishmallow and Build-A-Bear releases new Pikachu for their 25th anniversary.🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/sup

Jul 25, 2022 • 1:31:52

Happy Anniversary to Pokémon UNITE

Happy 1-Year Anniversary to Pokémon UNITE! We talk about the 3 known characters coming to the game, plus the new Boss Rush mode and the other bonus things happening. Pokémon GO Fest Seattle is around the corner! We talk about what the plans are that weekend if you have a GO Fest ticket. For some reason, Campfire is still not out yet, but we talk about what it is. Pokémon Puzzle League arrives to the N64 Expansion Pass. 00:02:00 - Introduction00:11:00 - Pokémon Puzzle League00:16:10 - Big Spheal

Jul 18, 2022 • 1:37:00

Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO Expansion

The Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO expansion is now here! Not only can you search for Shiny Charizard or Mewtwo VStar, but you can hunt for the Ditto card that you need to peel to find. These packs also come with in-game items for Pokémon GO that you can redeem after you open your TCG packs. Ash finally arrives to Pokémon Masters EX, but not as a playable character (yet). What if you take the world's most expensive TCG card and make it an NFT? 00:02:00 - Introduction00:04:30 - Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO E

Jul 11, 2022 • 1:11:24

Niantic Downsizing, Ash in Masters, and Bees

Steve is in Germany this week so Will and Greg take over the program with special guest Codey Mathis, (soon to be) PhD.  Ash Ketchum will be added to Pokémon Masters EX and is generating a lot of controversy.  Niantic is cutting projects and staff, generating a slot of controversy.  Bandai Namco and ILCA have formed a new partnership - is Pokémon Katamari Damacy coming soon?  Plus, you will learn bee facts that will shock and amaze you.Podvoices link Steve mentions at the beginning of the progra

Jul 4, 2022 • 1:32:45

Recap of Milwaukee Regionals

Steve recaps the Milwaukee Regional event that took place. Niantic is brining more Ultra Beasts to Pokémon GO and updating their cheating policy in the game. The Pokémon TCG has a weird rotation format this year. Pokémon Café Mix has a new scam costume pack you can buy. Finally, there was a brand new Raid event in Sword and Shield to celebrate two years of Isle of Armor. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:01:50 - Urshifu Raid Dens00:06:40 - Pokémon TCG Rotation Update00:22:10 - Pokémon Center Update00:23

Jun 27, 2022 • 1:16:28

Top Grossing Media Franchise in the World

Where does all that money the Pokémon Company come from? We talk about the break dow of revenue TPC makes compared to other big bands like Super Mario, Hello Kitty, and Star Wars.  We talk about the PokéToons coming to the US, a Pokémon Center update, and a Pokémon GO update. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:30 - Video Game Sales00:07:10 - Most Successful Media Franchises00:22:20 - Pokémon Center Update00:28:00 - PokéToon00:30:00 - Break 00:32:00 - Pokémon GO News00:42:20 - Single Battle Cup00:44:00

Jun 20, 2022 • 57:56

Masuda Leaves Game Freak

Masuda has left Game Freak to work directly for the Pokémon Company. On top of that, James Turner, the first non-Japanese Pokémon designer, has left Game Freak to start his own game studio. We talk about both departures. Niantic has announced Deino Community Day with a new twist, you can extend it if you rope your friends in. 00:01:40 - Introduction00:04:50 - Pokémon GO News00:42:20 - Break00:47:00 - Delphox Added to UNITE 00:52:30 - Masuda Leaves Game Freak01:01:30 - James Turner Leaves Game Fr

Jun 13, 2022 • 1:40:25

LECHONK & More Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Talk!

Five new Pokémon shown in the latest Pokémon Scarlet & Violet trailer this past week. This will be the first game with two professors and the first "open-world" Pokémon game too. We talk about everything shown in that 3 minute trailer from top to bottom! If we missed anything, we'll circle back next week to cover it! 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:00 - New Characters Shown00:33:10 - Break00:37:45 - New Pokémon Shown01:09:30 - Break01:11:30 - Open World Pokémon 01:43:30 - Pokémon of the Week01:50:0

Jun 6, 2022 • 1:50:39

Ultra Beasts, Membership Passes, Sableye

Ultra Beasts are coming to Pokémon GO this Summer. We gear up for GO Fest this upcoming weekend to kick it off. Netflix gets a new batch of Pokémon anime episodes. GameStop gets another exclusive TCG promo to celebrate the release of Astral Radiance this past weekend. Three new Sync Pairs arrive to Pokémon Masters EX. Pokémon UNITE gets it's $9.99 Membership, but is it worth it? 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:30 - Pokémon GO News00:23:30 - Pokemon Anime Update00:28:30 - TCG News/Updates00:38:30 -

May 30, 2022 • 1:39:44

Holes in the Pokémon HOME Update

The Pokémon HOME 2.0 Update is here! We talk about what works and what doesn't work in this update. Seems like Alpha is preserved, but Spinda is forever stuck in BD/SP. Niantic makes the Pokémon GO community upset again by removing the discount for the 3 Remote Raid Pass bundle. To compromise, Niantic added better rewards for in-person raids to encourage Trainer to go outside and not rely on Remote Raids. Finally, we see some powerful cards in the Pokémon GO TCG Expansion coming this July. 00:00

May 23, 2022 • 1:35:23

Pokémon HOME 2.0

Pokémon HOME gets a planned update in the coming weeks to finally work with Legends: Arceus and Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl. We talk about the pros and cons of what was said for this upcoming patch. The Pokémon anime continues to update on Netflix. Pokémon Masters EX, GO, and UNITE get updates this past week. Tickets to the Japanese GO Fest went on sale. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:20 - Pokémon GO Fest Shirt00:07:30 - GO Water Fest00:30:40 - Break00:34:40 - Pokémon Masters EX Update00:37:20

May 16, 2022 • 1:21:42

Details on GO Fest Germany & End Arc of Pokémon Journeys

We finally get Mega Legendary Pokémon in GO and the new Mega revamp feels so great! Nianitc released details for GO Fest Germany, so we can use that as a guide of what to expect for Seattle. Pokémon GO is crossing over with the TCG this summer! More TCG stuff coming and we cover that. Finally, we get a preview of what the final arc of Pokémon Journeys will entail (spoilers) because of a Japanese tweet. 00:02:00 - Introduction00:04:20 - Pokémon GO Fest Germany00:20:00 - New Mega Raids00:32:30 - N

May 9, 2022 • 1:45:23

Mega Pokémon Fixed & GO Fest Details

Niantic has "fixed' Mega Pokémon in GO! We also get the next Community Day details, as well as, more information around the worldwide GO Fest happening in early June! A new short-form anime is coming, Hisuan Snow, to YouTube. Cafe Mix and Masters gets updated. Pokémon UNITE is launching an entirely new service later this month. 00:02:00 - Introduction00:04:30 - Cafe Mix Update00:05:45 - Hisuan Snow00:09:00 - Pokémon UNITE Subscription00:22:20 - Pokémon Masters EX Update 00:27:50 - Break00:31:30

May 2, 2022 • 1:22:53

Rumors of Ruby & Sapphire... Again

We get another round of rumors about Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire coming to the Nintendo Switch. Pokémon GO is doing a trip to Hawaii for 1 lucky winner. The Pokemon Company International purchased the American company who currently makes their TCG cards. Finally, we test the podcast in an in-person studio this episode! 00:02:10 - Introduction00:04:00 - Samsung Pokémon Phone00:08:10 - TCG Company Purchase00:14:10 - Ruby/Sapphire Rumors00:28:30 - Break00:33:00 - Pokémon GO Trip 00:35:10 - Ca

Apr 25, 2022 • 53:08

Breeding Coming to Pokémon GO?

Niantic announced a new game that includes breeding, a staple in Pokémon games. Pokémon UNITE his 70 million downloads across mobile and Nintendo Switch. A new TCG set has dates in Japan with some Hisuan cards being the focus. Build-a-bear gets Leafeon added to their line-up. 00:02:10 - Introduction00:07:10 - Pokémon UNITE Downloads00:12:20 - Sustainability Week00:20:00 - Niantic's New Game00:37:20 - Break00:42:30 - Breeding in Pokémon GO01:09:00 - Leafeon at Build-a-Bear01:11:00 - New Hisuan TC

Apr 18, 2022 • 1:50:01

UNITE, GO, and Masters EX Spring Updates

Lots of mobile games got updates! Sonia (Special Costume) & Shiny Tsareena Arrive in Pokémon Masters EX. Azumarill comes to Pokémon UNITE. Pokémon GO gets a Spring event and a small Rare Candy change. We talk about where the podcast might be in 5 years too! 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:20 - Shiny Galarian Moltres00:08:00 - Pokémon UNITE: Azumarill00:20:00 - Lucario V-Star Collection00:25:00 - Pokémon Masters EX Update00:30:30 - Break00:35:00 - Spring Pokémon GO Event00:47:10 - Rare Candy Update0

Apr 11, 2022 • 1:39:12

Korean Pokémon Bread + BTS

Pokemon GO Fest 2022 has dates and locations! We talk about GO Fest, the new Shadow Pokémon, the Ditto event, and we circle back on accessibility in Pokémon GO based off last week's conversations. We also talk about the Korean bread deal with BTS and the search for Pokémon stickers!00:00:20 - Introduction00:07:00 - Pokémon GO Fest 202200:20:00 - Classic Community Day00:27:00 - Ditto Event00:31:00 - New Shadow Pokémon00:44:40 - Break00:47:20 - Accessibility in Pokémon GO01:23:00 - Pokémon Korean

Apr 4, 2022 • 1:47:30

Unsettling Changes in Pokémon GO

Niantic continues to make bad changes to Pokémon GO. While this upcoming Community Day has a lot of good things going for it, including the new Lure bonuses, it's overshadowed by poor decisions and communication. While Niantic is always open to feedback, it seems that they don't listen to any of it. Wee talk about Pokémon GO for April, Community Day, changes to current paid features, and "playing" at home. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:00 - April Pokémon GO Events00:10:00 - April Community Day00:

Mar 28, 2022 • 2:01:30

Arceus & Darkrai comes to BD/SP

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl finally gets updated with the GWS! The games also get the Arceus event and the Darkrai event, both which can be Shiny Hunted. 2022 World Championships have a location and a date now. Pokémon UNITE gets an overpowered addition to the game. Pokémon GO trying new things for Community Days. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:20 - 2022 World Championships 00:11:40 - BD/SP Update v1.3 00:36:40 - Break00:38:00 - GWS Is Here? 00:43:00 - Pokémon UNITE Update00:47:00 -

Mar 21, 2022 • 1:11:21

Charizard Sends Man to Jail

Astral Radiance, the next Pokémon TCG expansion is set to launch in May! Pokémon GO and the Pokémon TCG will merge this July with a special set coming out, but we still don't know what cards are in this set. Pokémon GO adds Oricorio to the game. A man spends $57,000 of government money on a Charizard cards and lands in jail because of it.00:00:20 - Introduction00:03:20 - Astral Radiance00:08:40 - Pokémon TCG x Pokémon GO00:13:00 - Charizard Card and Jail 00:21:10 - Ranked Battles00:36:00 - Break

Mar 14, 2022 • 1:12:21

Massive Mass Outbreaks & Shiny Pokémon

Greg & Steve return back to Pokémon UNITE. While still fun, many of the same issues exist. Pokémon GO adds Alola Pokémon and changes spawns. A store in Minnesota gets robbed due to Pokémon merchandise and more. The Daybreak update for Pokémon Legend Arceus adds a method hunt called Massive Mass Outbreaks and we talk about the ups and downs of this. We also talk about people who gate-keep shiny hunting. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:50 - Pokémon UNITE Thoughts00:24:20 - Shiny Zapdos00:26:50 - Euro

Mar 7, 2022 • 1:30:30

Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Revealed, Gen 9 this Year

Pokémon Day shocked everyone with the reveal of Generation 9, Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet. Before the big reveal, we talk about the Daybreak update to Pokémon Legends, the 2.5 Year Anniversary event in Pokémon Masters EX. Season of Alola is coming to Pokémon GO and Cafe Remix is getting some updates too. Pokémon Day did not seem to disappoint, although we have no Pokémon games planned in between now and Gen 9. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:03:30 - Light Promotion00:05:30 - Pokémon 25 Recap 00

Feb 28, 2022 • 1:49:13

Pokémon Bank Goes Free (3DS eShop Closing)

With the announcement of the 3DS and Wii U eShop closing, we speculate if The Pokémon Company is planning a long term solution after March of 2023 to keep moving Pokémon forward into Pokémon HOME. We talk about getting into and building a competitive team. Pokémon GO Johto Tour is around the corner. A Canadian Beta of Pokémon TCG Live is coming soon. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:20 - Wii U and 3DS eShop Closing00:14:00 - Pokémon Bank Goes Free00:28:00 - Pokémon Tournament00:32:50 - Building a Te

Feb 21, 2022 • 1:28:35

Milestones

Legends is the fastest selling Pokémon game on the Nintendo Switch, but will it catch up to Sword/Shield? We talk about if Legends has legs and what this means for games going forward. Florida events gets canceled, but new dates are added to the World Championship circuit. Pokémon UNITE gets a new character and Brilliant Stars is gearing up to release. Happy 500! 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:30 - World Championship Circuit 00:15:00 - Pokémon UNITE News00:18:30 - Pokémon SwSh News00:25:10 - Brill

Feb 14, 2022 • 2:03:47

Third Impressions: Pokémon Legends Arceus

We talk about the story of the game up to the credits! We talk about the ups and downs of the characters and the plot points. We also talk about the pros and cons of the game compared to past games and the battle system of the game. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:15 - Thoughts on Story00:40:00 - Favorite New Things00:58:20 - Battle System Woes 01:25:40 - Post Credits🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncas

Feb 10, 2022 • 1:26:34

Minor Gripes with Legends and Poké Ball Talk

The Wand Company and the Pokémon Company are making more metal Poké Balls. Pokémon GO cancels one of their events and also announced a TCG Set coming this summer. Speaking of TCG sets, Brilliant Stars is around the corner. We talk about some minor complaints in Pokémon Legends, specifically how Pokémon evolutions are just not fun anymore. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:30 - Canceled Pokémon GO Events00:06:45 - Pokémon GO x TCG00:10:50 - Metal Poké Balls 00:16:20 - Pokémon UNITE Battle Pass00:20:20

Feb 7, 2022 • 1:21:34

Second Impressions: Pokémon Legends Arceus

After a handful of days with the game, we talk about our thoughts on the second area, Shiny Hunting, the pasture, and the battle system of the game. This episode talks to everything up to getting Basculegion, so if you are past that point, you are story safe! 00:00:20 - Introduction00:05:00 - Story Beats00:17:30 - Jubilife City00:25:00 - Shiny Hunting00:43:00 - Battle System01:29:00 - Pokédex Size01:33:30 - Post Credits🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 w

Feb 3, 2022 • 1:34:30

First Impressions: Pokémon Legends Arceus

We do not talk about any story progression after the Kleavor fight! Will, Greg, and Steve talk about the ups and downs of Pokémon Legends! We talk about graphics, the Noble fights, the "open world" part of the game. From the opening story to the changes to the battle system, we cram a lot in this 2 hour episode about the new direction of the series. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:00 - Opening Moments 00:13:00 - The Old Wild Area00:17:10 - Jubilife City00:24:15 - Side Quests00:29:15 - Obsidian Fiel

Jan 31, 2022 • 1:57:24

SPOILERS! We Talk Leaks on Legends Arceus

SPOILERS / SPOILERS / SPOILERS / SPOILERS / SPOILERS / SPOILERS / SPOILERSWe talk about the leaks that happed for Pokémon Legends Arceus. We *do not* talk about any story spoilers or any story beats. We talk about the size of the Poké Dex, the new Pokémon, the new forms, some new mechanics, and our thoughts on if this means Generation 9 is coming this Fall. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:00 - Marketing the Game00:12:00 - New Pokémon Talk00:24:00 - Alpha Pokémon 00:34:00 - Poké Dex Size00:50:30 - B

Jan 24, 2022 • 2:09:36

The Gameplay Loop of Pokémon Legends Arceus

13 minutes of gameplay footage was shown of Legends Arceus and we now have somewhat of a better understanding of what to expect when this game arrives at the end of the month. It seems like Sword and Shield is coming to an end with Season 12 competitive rules and 3 new Shiny Legendary Birds as trophies for those who want to compete this Spring. Pokémon UNITE gets a new character and gets added to the World Championship for 2022. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:40 -  Spring 2022 Competitive VGC00:17

Jan 17, 2022 • 1:23:19

Pokémon Legends Countdown

A bit confused after a 6 min Pokémon Legends Arceus trailer, this game is right around the corner. Tetris 99 is getting a Legends event as we lead up to the release of that game.  Converse x Pokémon merch has arrived and already sold out. Pokémon Snap gets some more details talked about in the making of that game. Pokémon GO has a new rock event with Mega Aerodactyl making it's debut. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:30 -  Legends Trailer00:11:10 -  Tetris 99 x Pokémon 00:19:40 - Converse x Pokémon0

Jan 10, 2022 • 1:26:01

Reflecting on Making Sword & Shield

First episode of 2022! We talk about how Game Freak reflects on making Pokémon Sword and Shield. India gets 500K new PokéStops. Pokémon Masters EX celebrates their New Year event. Secret Labs is making two new $400 Pokémon gaming chairs. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:03:30 -  Secret Labs Chairs00:13:40 -  New Year SwSh Luck Event00:16:00 - GS Cup for SwSh00:21:20 - Pokémon GO News00:25:30 - Pokémon Masters EX News00:35:40 - Break00:39:20 - Reflecting on Making SwSh01:00:10 - Question of the Week01:0

Jan 3, 2022 • 1:15:26

Grinding Money & Experience in Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl

How to level up and get money in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl. We talk about the Niantic Recap and were games like GO or Pikmin Bloom are being played. We talk about the new Battle Pass for Pokémon UNITE. We also talk about the New Year event for Pokémon GO. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:03:40 -  Metronome Battles00:07:00 -  Battle Pass 4, UNITE00:12:30 - Pokémon GO New Year Event00:28:30 - Niantic Recap 202100:40:00 - BD/SP Update01:05:40 - Question of the Week01:13:00 - Pokémon of the Week0

Dec 27, 2021 • 1:20:48

New Characters for Arceus Legends

Diamond Clan and Pearl Clan were introduced for Pokémon Legends: Arceus. We learn about some new characters and a new Voltorb form in the game. It's possible these new Voltorb are different sizes. Pokémon Masters EX and Pokémon Sword and Shield both have Christmas events going on right now. While Pokémon GO is also having a holiday event, we get the three locations for the Kanto part of the Johto tour. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:03:00 -  Legends & Voltorb Talk 00:31:00 - Break00:33:00 - Shiny Del

Dec 20, 2021 • 1:06:36

Can Dragonite Save Pokémon UNITE?

The Johto Tour is coming to Pokémon GO in February and Trainers will get to pick between Gold Version or Silver Version for their tickets. Pokémon GO also launched a photo book for your postcards. With Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl being almost 3 weeks old at this point, we find out it sold 6 million copies in it's first week. Pokémon UNITE brings Tsareena and Dragonite to the game this month, plus their Holiday event starts now! 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:40 - BD/SP Sells 6 Million Copies

Dec 13, 2021 • 1:38:01

First Update to Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

The first major update to Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl are here! We talk about the bug fixes for the menu stuff and how they patched out duplication. We also dive deeper on post game with the Grand Underground and post game with Poffin making. TCG gets a new Eevee set. Pokémon Center stocks Get 4 Sitting Cuties. The Season of Heritage beings in Pokémon GO and we talk about all the news around that. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:01:40 - Update to BD/SP00:18:20 - Poffin Tips00:2

Dec 6, 2021 • 1:15:07

The Grand Underground of Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

A $420 Lucario plush is now in stock at Pokémon Center. Pokémon GO is ending the current season and if you didn't finish the quest, you'll have to pay $5 for being lazy. Pokémon UNITE releases a new playable character at seemingly the worst time. We just wrapped up a 9-part series on Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, so we keep this episode spoiler free, but we do talk about the Underground. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:40 - Decidueye in Pokémon UNITE 00:09:40 - Converse Shoes x Pokém

Nov 29, 2021 • 1:13:12

09 Sincerely, Sinnoh - Cynthia Finale

Spoilers! We talk about the entire Elite Four! Greg and Steve compare the original teams to the new teams and the changes they make leading up to the battle with Cynthia. We talk about prep for the battles, grinding, and a bit of post game. Overall, we end the series with our thoughts on these "faithful remakes." 🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmnc

Nov 28, 2021 • 1:11:40

08 Sincerely, Sinnoh - Sunyshore City

Greg and Steve arrive to Sunyshore to battle the final Gym Leader. We also meet Flint, an Elite 4 member, who tells us about the issues Sunyshore has. Confusion around how bad Mount Cornet is vs Victory Road talk happens. Finally, we talk a bit about "difficulty" up to this point in the game. 🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 https://www.pat

Nov 27, 2021 • 31:34

07 Sincerely, Sinnoh - Snowpoint City

We arrive to not only the best looking city and route in Sinnoh, but one of the best Gym Leaders in the region. Steve & Greg take on Canned-ice for our 7th Gym Badge. Afterwards, we have to resolve the issue with Team Galactic and Cyrus.🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 https://www.patreon.com/pkmncast LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 ww

Nov 26, 2021 • 30:53

06 Sincerely, Sinnoh - Canalave City

Time to battle the most unforgettable Gym Leader in all the games, Byron. Greg and Steve arrive in Canalave City to battle our rival, Byron, and to hear an explosion that hurts the Magikarp. A shorter episode as pacing here really picks up after getting our 5th Gym Badge and moving to the 6th. 🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 https://www.pa

Nov 25, 2021 • 25:26

05 Sincerely, Sinnoh - Hearthome City

Cynthia arrives to tell us about fog and Psyduck. Greg and Steve talk about the bomb that the game casual throws at us. Mechanic changes with the fog and the marker on the map make things a bit easier to navigate to get back to Hearthome City for our 5th Gym Badge.🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 https://www.patreon.com/pkmncast LINKS🌐&nbs

Nov 24, 2021 • 37:32

04 Sincerely, Sinnoh - Pastoria City

After defeating Veilstone City, we make our way to Crasher Wake and the swamp land. Here we find the trophy garden, the safari zone, and all the rich kids on the beach. While these two Gym Leaders are very close together, this part of the game seems like there is so many trainers and routes packed in for two gyms to share similar levels.  🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmnca

Nov 23, 2021 • 44:57

03 Sincerely, Sinnoh - Veilstone City

After battling 50+ trainers and Geodude, we head to get our third badge from Veilstone City! We talk about following Pokémon, character customization, and some more comparisons to older Pokémon games. No Irene this episode, but we still get the game covered between Greg and Steve. 🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com

Nov 22, 2021 • 44:15

02 Sincerely, Sinnoh - Eterna City

We head through Eterna Forest, talk about how HMs are "fixed," and then battle Gardenia for our second badge! More comparing to other remakes, more thoughts on how the movement feels, and feelings on the first couple hours of this "faithful remake!" "Sincerely, Sinnoh" is our first impressions from Gym to Gym. 🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast

Nov 21, 2021 • 50:29

01 Sincerely, Sinnoh - Oreburgh City

Greg, Steve, and Irene talk about the beginning of Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. We talk about controls, graphics, how the game feels. We share thoughts on our original experience of the games, on top of, our comparison to other remakes. This series will follow our experiences from gym to gym. 🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast LIN

Nov 20, 2021 • 38:54

Exclusive Legends for Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

We traveled all the way to St. Louis for an IRL Pokémon GO Safari Zone. Pokémon GO also is bringing a Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl event to the game to celebrate the release of these games. Pokémon UNITE gets a new battle pass and fixes Greedent. We get a new trailer showing off more new things in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl with a week before release. We talk about version exclusives and updates coming to the game. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:30 - Brilliant Diamond & Shi

Nov 15, 2021 • 1:34:14

Pokémon Trading Card Game Live Delayed Until 2022

Harry Potter: Wizard's Unite is shutting down soon. This leads to speculation and concern in the Pokémon GO community and odd timing with the Pikmin Bloom launch. Pokémon Trading Card Game Live, which was just announced a couple months ago, is now delayed until 2022. Pokémon UNITE is in a bad spot. Fusion Strike comes out this week, but we already know the next TCG set for February and it includes another Charizard. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:40 - Dedenne Comes to Pokémon GO 00:07:00 - Harry P

Nov 8, 2021 • 1:23:19

Día de Muertos

More information about Hisuian Zorua & Zoroark! Pokémon GO has a Día de Muertos event happening for two days. Pokémon Cafe Remix has launched. Pokémon Masters EX released another 4 new costume characters for their War Games event. We compare Pikmin Bloom to Pokémon GO. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:30 - Pokémon VGC Gym Leader00:08:00 - Hisuian Zorua & Zoroark00:12:00 - Pokémon Café Remix00:17:00 - Pikmin Bloom vs. Pokémon GO00:27:00 - Pokémon GO Día de Muertos00:34:00 - Break00:35:40 - Pokémon Ma

Nov 1, 2021 • 1:03:00

Hisuian Zorua & Zoroark for Pokémon Legends

Hisuian Zorua & Zoroark announced Pokémon Legends: Arceus! A trailer this past week revealed these Normal/Ghost Pokémon, which is very different than their Dark typing in Unova. The Pokémon 2022 Championship series now has dates and locations for big tournament. Pokémon is hosting a pet competition to celebrate Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Pokémon UNITE launches an entire Halloween event and another $40 Pokémon skin. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:10 - Pokémon UNITE Halloween00:20:30 - Macy'

Oct 25, 2021 • 1:31:18

Shiny Statues in Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl

Some game outlets got early access to Pokémon Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl and we talk about their coverage. HMs, Exp. Share, and Statue hunting are some of the thing we talk about. Pokémon GO had a Twitch Rivals event and new stuff going on for Halloween. The Pokémon 25 Album came out this weekend. Shiny Odds in Sword and Shield was wrong for almost 2 years, new information came out regarding it. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:30 - Twitch Rivals00:11:00 - Pokémon GO Halloween00:16:30 - TCG Fus

Oct 18, 2021 • 1:14:29

Championship Series 2022 Confirmed

Pokémon GO is getting added to the (now confirmed) Pokémon 2022 World Championship series. The new Zarude movie is here on Netflix and the codes to get Zarude in Pokémon Sword and Shield have been mailed out. Pikachu & Eevee codes are at Best Buy right now to celebrate the release of Pokémon Celebrations TCG set! Pokémon UNITE released Sylveon and immediately applied a nerf to them 48 hours after being in game. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:40 - Best Buy Codes00:06:00 - Zarude & Shiny Celebi 00:1

Oct 11, 2021 • 1:15:02

Alpha & Noble Pokémon in Legends Arceus

We got a new Trailer for Pokémon: Legends Arceus and Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. These trailers showed off things from how HMs work, "boss battles," and even a New Pokémon! Both trailers also showed off photos modes too. Pokémon UNITE added a new Alolan Ninetales skin that cost $40, we talk about how outrageous that pricing is. Oreo x Pokémon news keeps popping up and we debunk some of those headlines around it. SwSh had another raid weekend for Alolan Starters. A Spooky Cup is co

Oct 4, 2021 • 1:47:45

It's Super Effective Podcast Trailer

It's Super Effective is a Pokémon news podcast that drops every Monday morning. Come on our journey to get the latest thoughts on Pokémon news, our travels playing Pokémon GO, our Pokémon card spending and more! From Pokémon UNITE to Ancient Mew, we cover everything related to Pokémon!LINKS 🌐 www.pkmncast.com 👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast 📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast 📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective 🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast 🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast 📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast 💰 Support o

Oct 4, 2021 • 1:04

They Did It! A NEW Pokémon TCG App is Coming!!

A brand new Pokémon Trading Card Game client is coming to iOS/Android, PC, and Mac this year. With Pokémon Trading Card Game Online sunsetting, this app will import all your cards and be the new place to play the game. Pokémon GO has their Halloween stuff starting soon, as well as, Zarude coming to the game. Pokémon UNITE plans to add another new character, plus Season 2 isn't really Season 2 for ranked, but the new Battle Pass seems worth it. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:30 - Mamoswine in Pokém

Sep 27, 2021 • 1:32:18

Pokémon TCG Illustration Contest

The Pokémon TCG Illustration Contest 2022 offers artists residing in Japan and the United States an opportunity to share their talent and passion for Pokémon by exploring the daily life of a Pokémon in art. Pokémon Masters EX Anniversary brings another Blue and Red sync pair to the game, alongside Mega Mewtwo. The Pokémon 25 Music Album is done and we now have the final track list. Furfrou comes to Pokémon GO. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:00 - Pokémon 25 Music00:14:30 - Furfrou in Pokémon GO00:2

Sep 20, 2021 • 1:08:42

Zarude Movie, Secrets of the Jungle Coming to Netflix

Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle is coming to Netflix on October 8, 2021. To celebrate the release of this film, you'll also be able to receive Dada Zarude and Shiny Celebi in your Pokémon Sword or Pokémon Shield games. Oreo releases a trailer for their new Pokémon cookies with 16 to collect. Duskull is the next Community Day for October. We talk about "The Champion" animated short on YouTube. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:01:50 - GameStop Promotion 00:05:50 - Master Journey on Netflix00:09:

Sep 13, 2021 • 1:31:05

Pokémon Evolutions, New Animated Series

Pokémon Evolutions, a new, limited animated series, will take you on a tour of the regions that have been explored in the Pokémon video games. Niantic apologized and promises better communication in the future with Pokémon GO. Blastoise comes to Pokémon UNITE as Season 1 of that game approaches. Club Pokémon arrives to schools for educational purposes. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:40 - Blastoise, Pokémon UNITE00:19:40 - Pokémon Evolutions00:27:10 - Cleaning SwSh Event00:31:20 - Break00:37:00 - P

Sep 6, 2021 • 1:34:10

Niantic Task Force Meeting & New Pokémon GO Season

We celebrate 2-years of Pokémon Masters EX. New N, Lillie, and Steven Stone arrive to Pasio to celebrate the second anniversary of the game! SBJ met with Niantic's "Task Force" to talk about issues with Pokémon GO and the distance changes. Pokémon GO is gearing up to launch it's newest Season on September 1st, which includes the chance of getting the Mythical Pokémon, Hoopa. Rumors of a new TCG client are around, called Pokémon TCG Live. Pokémon TV arrives on the Nintendo Switch.  00:00:20 - Int

Aug 30, 2021 • 2:02:05

New Legends & Remake Information, Pokémon Presents

The 28 minute Pokémon Presents showed off new details for Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl! We learn about the new Underground, Hideaways, Super Contents, Union Rooms, and more as that game approaches this November. We see not only new Pokémon, but also new forms, in Pokémon Legends: Arceus as that trailer takes us to the Sinnoh of an old and shows characters that seem to be related to already known characters in the Sinnoh games we've played. We get new events in Pokémon GO, Pokémon Masters

Aug 23, 2021 • 2:41:54

Diamond & Pearl News This Week

A 28 minute Pokémon Presents about Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl, and Legends: Arceus is coming this Wednesday. Pokémon Quest (in China) gets Johto Pokémon added to the game. Pokémon Masters has a lead up to their 2-year anniversary adding Dynamax to the game starting with Sygna Suit Leon. Finally, we talk how Pokémon GO Community Day seemed to be a big flop due to recent changes and people being mad at Niantic. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:03:30 - Pokémon Presents 00:08:15 - Eevee Community Day

Aug 16, 2021 • 1:34:04

Testing Feeding

New podcast episode, 473, should be 2 hours and 17 minutes long

Aug 9, 2021 • 0:36

Galar in GO, New Snap DLC, Pokémon UNITE Update

Galar Pokémon are coming to Pokémon GO. With the Galar update at the end of the month, Niantic made the poor choice of turning off social distance bonuses. We talk about the community response and Niantic's response to that. New Pokémon Snap got a free DLC update, we talk about how that is! Pokémon UNITE got a huge balance update to... well... balance the game better. Pokémon 25 continues with more artists contributing songs to the cause. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:20 - New Pokémon Snap Update

Aug 9, 2021 • 1:39:00

Galar in GO, Pokémon UNITE Update, New Snap DLC

Galar Pokémon are coming to Pokémon GO. With the Galar update at the end of the month, Niantic made the poor choice of turning off social distance bonuses. We talk about the community response and Niantic's response to that. New Pokémon Snap got a free DLC update, we talk about how that is! Pokémon UNITE got a huge balance update to... well... balance the game better. Pokémon 25 continues with more artists contributing songs to the cause. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:20 - New Pokémon Snap Update

Aug 9, 2021 • 2:17:50

Pokémon UNITE & Snap Get DLC

It's been over a week with Pokémon UNITE and we talk about the new characters and the fix bug update for the game. Pokémon Snap randomly getting FREE DlC including 3 new areas and 20 new Pokémon added to the game. We talk new Pokémon Center merch, new TCG set, and a Pokémon Red/Blue Bicycle for a giveaway. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:30 - Live Action Netflix Pokémon00:16:30 - Pokémon TCG Update00:18:30 - No Diamond/Pearl News00:25:40 - New Pokémon Snap DLC00:36:10 - Break00:39:00 - Bike Giveawa

Aug 2, 2021 • 1:41:51

Is Pokémon UNITE Pay to Win?

Pokémon UNITE is here! We talk about all 20 characters, if the game is pay to win, voice chat, lanes, and what our overall thoughts are! We also talk about how much characters and skins are, how deceiving the store can be and upgrading your items to get an advantage. We also have some Pokémon Masters news and Eevee Community Day is coming next month!  00:00:20 - Introduction00:06:00 - Pokémon Masters News00:08:45 - Pokémon UNITE Talk00:33:20 - Break00:35:10 - UNITE Gems & Money00:50:00 - UNITE B

Jul 26, 2021 • 2:21:29

Pokémon UNITE This Week

Pokémon UNITE arrives July 21st and they already showed off another new character coming to the game. A new Pokémon board game arrives this summer. A throwback to old Pikachu and new Pikachu cards arrive this October. The Silph Road determines raid catch odds, and we talk about those odds. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:05:20 - Pokémon Labyrinth Game00:09:20 - Pokémon UNITE00:26:30 - Break00:32:00 - Pokémon Celebrations 00:39:00 - Raid Catch Odds00:48:10 -  Question of the Week01:12:10 - Pokémon of t

Jul 19, 2021 • 1:17:50

What To Expect for GO Fest?

Pokémon GO  Fest 2021 is right around the corner! Let's talk about what to expect if you don't have a ticket and what to expect if you do! From Ultra unlocks to hats to Shiny Pokémon, there is a lot to take in this weekend. We also talk about the Pokémon anime returning on Netflix, the VGC 25th Anniversary Player's Cup, and a Max Raid Event in Pokémon Sword and Shield. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:03:30 - Max Raid Battles00:08:30 - VGC Invitational00:10:30 - Anime on Netflix 00:12:40 - New Pokémon

Jul 12, 2021 • 1:20:20

Happy Bidoof Day!

Happy Bidoof Day! July 1st, we all celebrated the greatness of Bidoof, so let's talk about it. Pokémon Masters introduces two characters that no one expected to arrive to the game. As the 25th Anniversary continues, we get a Pokémon collaboration with Oreo of all brands? Series 10 is coming to Pokémon Sword and Shield and there will be no Dynamax for three months! Finally, Pokémon GO will have IRL events come GO Fest??00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:50 - Pokémon Masters News00:17:00 - Series 10, Po

Jul 5, 2021 • 1:29:06

Pokémon GO Fest Details & New Changes

Pokémon GO is rolling back changes and the original state of the game, and some Trainers are unhappy with this. Two Pokémon Sword and Shield leakers are fined $150,000 from The Pokémon Company for early pictures of the guidebooks. A new TCG set is coming this October featuring Charizard. Finally, we learn more details about GO Fest. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:40 - Pokémon Lawsuit00:08:50 - Pokémon Celebrations TCG00:30:15 - Break00:31:00 - Pokémon GO News00:52:40 -  Pokémon GO Drama01:22:20 -

Jun 28, 2021 • 1:39:00

(TEST) Let's Talk Pokémon UNITE

Pokémon UNITE comes out this July, let's talk about the latest trailer and the information given to us on the official website. We talk Battle Pass, paid currency, character roster, and our overall thoughts on what to expect next month. Pokémon GO, after 5 years, update their website. Shiny Bidoof is also coming to GO too! 00:00:20 - Introduction00:10:40 - Pokémon UNITE (Part 1)00:36:50 - Break00:39:40 - Pokémon UNITE (Part 2)01:03:30 - Break01:04:40 - Show Updates01:08:40 -  Pokémon GO News01:1

Jun 22, 2021 • 1:53:31

Let's Talk Pokémon UNITE

Pokémon UNITE comes out this July, let's talk about the latest trailer and the information given to us on the official website. We talk Battle Pass, paid currency, character roster, and our overall thoughts on what to expect next month. Pokémon GO, after 5 years, update their website. Shiny Bidoof is also coming to GO too! 00:00:20 - Introduction00:10:40 - Pokémon UNITE (Part 1)00:36:50 - Break00:39:40 - Pokémon UNITE (Part 2)01:03:30 - Break01:04:40 - Show Updates01:08:40 -  Pokémon GO News01:1

Jun 21, 2021 • 1:53:30

The Machine that is Pokémon Center

Pokémon Center adds $600 pens, new beach stuff, and wave 3 of the Bear Walker skateboards. We talk about Pokémon Snap, some light Pokémon GO news, and the new gimmick in the Pokémon Trading Card game, V-Union. Question of the week leads to some long discussion about Easy vs Hard in Pokémon games. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:06:30 - Pokémon Center Updates00:29:00 - Break00:31:45 - Pokémon Snap Talk00:41:30 - V-Union Gimmick00:53:40 - Pokémon GO News01:01:10 -  Question of the Week01:31:10 - Pokémon

Jun 14, 2021 • 1:37:07

Upcoming Nintendo Direct & Slowpoke Week

Nintendo officially announced their E3 plans, but will it include Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl? A $450 Slowpoke arrives in the Pokémon Center and Niantic is bring Galarian Slowpoke and Mega Slowbro to Pokémon GO this week. Target brought back Pokémon cards and it was very easy to pre-order the newest set off Pokémon Center. Pokémon Masters gets a Hoenn update featuring Team Aqua and Team Magma! 00:00:20 - Introduction00:07:00 - Fair and Square Tournament00:09:30 - Pokémon Masters Update00

Jun 7, 2021 • 1:15:45

Release Dates for Legends and Diamond/Pearl Remakes

The Pokémon Company randomly dropped release dates for Pokémon Legends: Arceus and Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Pokémon Shining Pearl out of no where. We now know when those games are coming at the end of this year and early next year. Niantic also gave us the dates, price, and details of Pokémon GO Fest 2021 this week too! 00:00:20 - Introduction00:03:50 - Release Dates00:27:00 - Pokémon HOME Update00:36:10 - Break00:38:50 - Squirtle/Bulbasaur 00:40:00 - Pokémon GO Fest 202101:03:00 -  Question

May 31, 2021 • 1:21:00

Card Issue Fixed Before Evolving Skies?

After Target removed Pokémon and sports cards from their shelves, we get a video of fans rushing to buy cards at a Walmart. While Battle Styles has been easier to get, Evolving Skies was announced as the next set after Chilling Reign. Pokémon Sword & Shield has a Shiny Wooloo event this past weekend. Pokémon GO news, including the upcoming Gible Community Day. Finally, Al shares their opinion on New Pokémon Snap! 00:00:20 - Introduction00:03:40 - Shiny Wooloo Event00:16:00 - Pokémon GO News00:18

May 24, 2021 • 1:44:41

Drama Stops the Sales of Pokémon Cards at Target

The Katy Perry song is here with a time travel Pikachu music video. We talk about some ups and down in New Pokémon Snap. Greg and Will talk about their Community Day experience. Pokémon Masters adds new Galar Sync Pairs. Pokémon GO finally brings Sylveon to the game. Target is removing sports cards and Pokémon cards from their stores. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:00 - Pokémon GO Community Day00:13:20 - New Pokémon Snap Talk00:40:30 - Break Music00:43:10 - Katy Perry x Pikachu00:57:00 - Target x

May 17, 2021 • 1:41:23

Should New Pokémon Snap Get DLC?

Gible Community Day was announced and with the announcement, we see Pokémon fans gatekeeping Shiny Pokémon. We talk about the 2021 Pokémon GO Fest announcement. Will gives their impressions on Pokémon Snap, while Greg and Steve talk about the amount of content after the credits. We go in-depth about DLC and if Snap should or should not have it. The Pokémon anime starts back up later this year and another TCG box got released over the weekend to collect.00:01:00 - Introduction00:05:20 - Pokémon G

May 10, 2021 • 1:55:33

Is New Pokémon Snap Worth $60?

After 20+ years, New Pokémon Snap is here! We talk about if this game is worth $60! We go over the online functions, the leaderboard, the boss levels, and the amount of Pokémon in the game. We skip over most story stuff and we don't talk about any Legendary Pokémon in the game to help people avoid spoilers. This episode is 90% New Pokemon Snap talk and some about Greg saving a mouse. 00:01:00 - Introduction00:03:40 - Golden Week00:09:20 - Pokémon Snap Talk00:31:40 - Shaker & Spoon Ad Read00:34:2

May 3, 2021 • 1:56:27

The Pokémon Snap Fujifilm Printer

Fujifilm and Nintendo partnered together to make an app for an old printer on the market. With the release of New Pokémon Snap, the timing means you can print out your pictures to this $99 printer at home. Pokemon GO fixed a couple bugs (Lucky Eggs & Team Rocket) before Friendship Day! A Pokémon Fossil exhibit is coming to museums in Japan. Shiny Eiscue Raids were in Pokémon Sword and Shield to celebrate World Penguin Day! 00:00:30 - Introduction00:07:20 - New Pokémon Snap Printer00:21:20 - Poké

Apr 26, 2021 • 1:16:56

Pokémon Snap Information + GO Snap Event

New Pokémon Snap is right around the corner! We got new information on Pokémon Snap from IGN and Game Informer interviews with the director. Nintendo's YouTube channel also posted a 6 minute video showing off things from Pokémon Snap we haven't seen before. Pokémon GO will be celebrating the release of New Pokémon Snap with an in-game event and GO Snapshot. TPCi released Primer books for young children. Chilling Reigns had some cards released early (in Japan), and we talk about those horses. 00:

Apr 19, 2021 • 1:24:15

Please Update the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online

A new Pikachu line of collectable figures comes to Pokémon Center, sells out day 1. Chilling Reigns, the next Pokémon TCG set, got announced. SBJ, Will, and Greg talk about the issues, again, with the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online. A giant Nintendo Switch was built, then donated. Rival's week comes to Pokémon GO. 00:00:30 - Introduction00:06:00 - Player's Cup III00:10:40 - PTCGO Issues 00:38:30 - Break Music00:39:20 - Pokémon Center Updates00:46:00 - Oversized Nintendo Switch00:48:00 - Rivals

Apr 12, 2021 • 1:15:55

Man Steals Pokémon Cards via Rope Maneuver

We talk about buying Pokémon cards local, how PSA is halting grading, and how Battle Styles is a bit easier to find compared to past Pokémon TCG sets. With the new Pokémon Masters EX Easter event, we talk about that, the Sword & Shield Easter event, and the freshly started Pokémon GO event too! Pokémon Center released some kids books, which already sold out, and we are still in a waiting period of what is to come of this 25th anniversary? 00:00:30 - Introduction00:04:30 - PSA Halts Grading00:18:

Apr 5, 2021 • 1:19:27

Player's Cup IV with Prize Money

What if we had Pokémon GO, but with Pikmin? Nintendo and Niantic announced a new AR Pikmin game coming. Player's Cup IV was announced and takes place in two weeks with $45,000 on the line between the VGC, TCG, and Pokkén Tournament. Pokémon Sword & Shield got a new Shiny event over the weekend. Pokémon Center keeps putting out new merch, but Butter Pikachu sold out last week. 00:00:30 - Introduction00:03:00 - Pokémon Center + TCG00:23:40 - Pokémon Masters News00:32:20 - Break Music00:34:00 - Pla

Mar 29, 2021 • 1:26:38

Butter Pikachu

Pokémon Center gets a new collection of Pikachu kitchen merchandise. Three bugs were discovered recently and named after Pokémon. Diantha finally comes to Pokémon Masters, as well as, Champion Iris too. Pokémon TV gets a free movie added for now. Pokémon GO has an India event and we talk about the changes to the Mew Quest that happened. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:07:00 - Pokémon Masters News00:16:50 - Pokémon TV Update00:28:40 - Pokémon Kitchen Merch00:48:40 - Break Music00:49:40 - Pokémon GO New

Mar 22, 2021 • 1:29:26

The Best Pokémon Cereal?

Pokémon cards are in cereal boxes and there is an actual Pokémon cereal too! Pokémon GO gets a refer-a-friend system, a new Electric-event, and Eggs now show some probability to them. Korea is getting the Phantom Challenge Mythical event that Japan got late last year. We talk fan-made games and a new $250 Charizard item added to Pokémon Center. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:50 - Pokémon GO Referral 00:07:30 - GO Electric Event00:10:30 - Japan Earthquake 00:14:10 - Egg Rates Shown00:20:00 - Pokémo

Mar 15, 2021 • 1:34:43

Pokémon GO's Mistake of a Mistake

New Shining Fates are here and still impossible to find. Battle Styles, the newest Pokémon Trading Card Game set, is coming later this month. Pokémon GO is getting a Shiny Nosepass event and the make-up event for the Kanto Tour seems to need another make-up event due to issues from Niantic. Pokémon TCG is crossing over with Pokémon GO this summer, featuring Professor Willow! Leon has come to Pokémon Masters, we talk about new characters arriving later this month. A non-Dynamax competition in Pok

Mar 8, 2021 • 1:39:37

Sinnoh Remakes Confirmed and Pokémon Legends: Arceus Coming

After 15 years, Pokémon Diamond and Pearl are being revisited on the Nintendo Switch. Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl will take us back to the Sinnoh region, the twist is that these games are not being made by Game Freak. Game Freak instead is working on a game that takes place before the events in Diamond/Pearl called Pokémon Legends: Arceus. This game will have trainers try to build the very first Poké Dex with seamless battles and an action-RPG system in place. Pokémon Snap gets a brand new

Mar 1, 2021 • 2:21:28

Post Malone Hosting a Pokémon Concert

With Pokémon Day around the corner, The Pokémon Company announced that a digital concert featuring Post Malone will happen this Saturday night. The 2021 Pokémon World Championship event is canceled, again. Produce of Pokkén interested in a sequel, but not up to him. Ambrella, makers of the Pokémon Rumble series, gets bought and then shutdown. Pokémon UNITE gets a Beta program for Canada!00:00:20 - Introduction00:05:30 - Post Malone Concert00:15:50 - World Canceled This Year00:15:50 - Pokkén Tour

Feb 22, 2021 • 1:10:50

Shiny Mew, Shiny Toxtricity, and McDonald's

The Pokémon Pass app is going to be used again after a year of nothing, for Shiny Toxtricity. Shiny Mew, in Pokémon GO, got the details revealed in regards to the Masterworks quest you'll have to complete. McDonald's is having scalper issues and TCG woes after the new Pokémon cards arrive and limits have to be set on Happy Meals. Pokémon HOME is now a year old, and it got a fresh update to celebrate. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:05:30 - McDonald's Issues00:30:00 - TPCi Sorry About TCG00:34:15 - Bre

Feb 15, 2021 • 1:37:34

Tons of Pokémon Collaborations

Pokémon cards coming to McDonald's. Pokémon cards coming to General Mills cereal. Pokémon clothing coming to Levi's. A Shiny Cramorant event happened this past weekend. Pokémon launched the Top Deck Academy on YouTube. Pokémon Journey's is coming to a warp-up on Netflix. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:03:15 - Pokémon Journey's News00:06:10 - McDonald's x Pokémon00:19:00 - Levi's x Pokémon00:27:00 - Break Music00:27:40 - Top Deck Academy00:30:10 - Shiny Cramorant Event00:42:20 - Pokémon Scam Arrest 00

Feb 8, 2021 • 1:10:30

The Card Drought & New Sitting Cuties

Pokémon toys and cards are coming  back to McDonald's. The Pokémon TCG drought is still real, and Shining Fates seem impossible to pre-order and find before it's launch. We go more in-depth why cards are so hard to find. Pokémon Center updated with Hoenn (Gen 3) Sitting Cuties.  Pokémon Masters get a Valentine's Day event. Pokémon GO has a loaded February, plus the Kanto Day with Shiny Mew coming soon. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:40 - McDonald's x Pokémon00:07:30 - Shining Fates + Card Drought

Feb 1, 2021 • 1:29:05

New Pokémon UNITE Information

We see new playable characters and outfits for Pokémon UNITE, a game which is in early access for Chinese players. Pokémon GO is gearing up for Johto week. The Pokémon Center went down due to demand for the 25th Anniversary skateboard. Series 8 will add new Legendary Pokémon to Sword/Shield VGC starting February 1st. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:25 - Pokémon Center Issues00:09:15 - Year of the Ox00:14:40 - Pokémon TV Update00:17:20 - Pokémon GO News00:30:10 - Break Music00:31:40 - VCG Series 800

Jan 25, 2021 • 1:06:20

New Pokémon Snap Release Date

New Pokémon Snap arrives this April! We go over the trailer and our thoughts on the sequel to the loved N64 version of the game. Pokémon GO wins a lawsuit, someone in Europe gets fined for playing GO, and we find out just how much money GO made in 2020. Pokémon's 25th Anniversary starts soon, and to kick it off, Katy Perry will be headlining some music project for the year. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:08:50 - Pokémon GO Ticket 00:14:30 - Pokémon GO Lawsuit00:17:30 - 2020 Pokémon GO Revenue 00:20:0

Jan 18, 2021 • 1:39:20

Two Pokémon Scammers Arrested

Pokémon GO gears up for the Sinnoh throwback week. We talk about The North Face x Gucci and Pokémon GO collaboration and how it's not the best one they've done. Pokémon Masters has a new login bonus. We talk about how a scammer tried to make fake popsicle sticks to get and sell $500 Zarude cards and we talk about how a Pokémon scam went down in Singapore too. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:03:40 - Pokémon GO News00:23:10 - Pokémon Master News00:26:40 - Break Music00:29:30 - New TCG Boxes00:34:00 - Th

Jan 11, 2021 • 1:20:58

Rumors on the "Master Collection"

The space launch didn't bring us new Pokémon games, but it brought us a new Pikachu for Pokémon Sword and Shield. This week Pokémon GO kicks off Unova week! A life-size Appletun plush arrives in Japan. We talk about the rumors regarding the "Master Collection," but keep in mind there are not a lot of strong signs pointing to these games as real as of this recording. We revisit an old interview before Sword and Shield was released to see how it holds up. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:00 - Space Pi

Jan 4, 2021 • 1:23:14

Pokémon Featured on the International Space Station

The International Space Station will feature something Pokémon related on New Year's Eve. While we don't know the details, we know that Pokémon, Coke, and Twitter have sponsored the Sunrise Event that will be streamed on Twitter and YouTube. An interview with the Pokémon TCG creator talks about Darkness Ablaze. Pokémon GO is getting a lot of January events. Gen 5 favorite, N, arrives to Pokémon Masters. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:07:20 - Vuplix Raids in SwSh00:12:25 - Pokémon GO News00:30:00 - Br

Dec 28, 2020 • 1:16:58

Single Strike and Rapid Strike Battle

The Pokémon TCG is adding Single Strike attacks and Rapid Strike attacks as a new mechanic. Players Cup III just got announced for December. Pokémon Cafe Mix adds new characters, while the $8 Mr. Mime event in Pokémon GO came and went. Tencent is looking for a Pokémon expert to join their team, presumably for Pokémon Unite. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:08:50 - Cafe Mix Update00:13:00 - The Mr. Mine Event00:34:30 - Break Music00:35:30 - Battle Styles TCG Update00:44:00 - Players Cup III 00:46:20 - P

Dec 21, 2020 • 1:08:34

Shiny Mew Finally Arrives

Shiny Mew is coming for the 25th Anniversary of Pokémon and to celebrate the 5th Anniversary of Pokémon GO. Not only is there a Shiny Mew celebration event coming, a Mr. Mime event is coming out of nowhere, and it's paid too. Pokémon Masters gets a new paid-only banner that no one seems to like. ASMR Pikachu is on the Japanese YouTube page, as well as, a very big Ditto chair arrives in Japan. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:10:30 - Ditto Chair00:14:00 - Pokémon ASMR00:21:40 - Pokémon Masters News00:40

Dec 14, 2020 • 1:42:40

Sword & Shield Shining Fates

Pokémon GO's weekend Community Day event arrives with returning moves and returning Pokémon from earlier this year. Kalos is here and we talk about the new Pokémon in game. Shining Fates, the newest Pokémon TCG set got announced for February of 2021. Direwolf Digital, developer on The Pokémon Trading Card Game Online, responses to tweets about them making a bad game and how their hands are tied, we dive into that. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:06:40 - Pokémon GO News00:26:00 - Break Music00:27:10 -

Dec 7, 2020 • 1:19:00

Uri Geller vs. Kadabra

There hasn't been a Kadabra card in the Pokémon TCG in almost 20 years because of Uri Geller. With news of the 25th Anniversary, Geller came out to apologize about the card ban. TCG sets are still impossible to find. Cafe Mix getting a Slowpoke update. Pokémon GO launches Generation 6 this week. Pokémon Masters brings Galar trainers finally to the game starting with Gloria and Zacian. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:40 - 25th Anniversary News 00:16:50 - Pokémon GO News00:26:50 - Break Music00:30:00

Nov 30, 2020 • 1:29:58

Pokémon GO Beyond Update

The biggest update to Pokémon GO in the past four years, according to Niantic! We go over the new Level 50 cap, Seasons coming to Pokémon GO, and Kalos Pokémon arriving very soon. With Sword and Shield news, we talk about the Berry event this past weekend! Also in this episode, Galar Trainers coming to Pokémon Masters and Pokémon Cafe Mix got nominated for best Mobile Game of 2020.  00:00:20 - Introduction00:03:20 - Berry Event Sword/Shield00:19:50 - Cafe Mix Game of the Year00:26:30 - Pokémon M

Nov 23, 2020 • 1:49:03

Pokémon GO to HOME Integration

Pokémon GO and Pokémon HOME can now connect. We talk about the ups and downs of this finally arriving to Trainers. Pokémon GO also plans on adding new ways to get Mega candy and testing long distance trading. Pokémon Masters added two new characters from the Unova region. Zarude is finally coming to other countries outside of Japan this Fall, but they're a few hoops to jump through. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:40 - Pokémon GO News00:18:30 - Pokémon GO x HOME01:06:30 - Break Music01:07:20 - Poké

Nov 16, 2020 • 1:42:46

The Pyramid Scheme of the Pokémon World

We dive into more Crown Tundra, addressing some complaints with the DLC and comparing it to the Isle of Armor. What went well here, what didn't. Vivid Voltage, the next Pokémon TCG set arrives this week! We talk about the new "fad" in the Pokémon world involving the card game. Pokémon Center finishing launching it's Christmas stuff, we chat about what gets the Pokémon tax and what doesn't. Finally, more competitive stuff is happening in both the TCG and the VGC and it's both exciting and worry-s

Nov 9, 2020 • 1:57:27

New Pokémon!! Glastrier and Spectrier

Week with the Crown Tundra DLC, we have more thoughts! Niantic forgets to turn back on some Shiny Pokémon, two Community Days for November, and an anime week coming to Pokémon GO. Sword & Shield gets a promoted pumpkin event for the holiday this past weekend. We talk about some more impressions on the Crown Tundra including the two new horses added, the new Galarian Birds, and the new Regis. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:07:20 - Pokémon Masters News00:10:20 - Sword/Shield Halloween Event00:17:30 - P

Nov 2, 2020 • 1:49:42

Dynamax Adventure, Calyrex, & Exploring the Crown Tundra

The Crown Tundra is here! While we don't talk about story spoilers, we talk about the Legendary paths you can explore, our initial impressions, and spend a lot of time talking about Dynamax Adventure, the new co-op feature in this expansion. Some Halloween stuff happening in Pokémon GO, some new Champion's Path TCG sets released, and Pokémon HOME gets updated too. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:00 - Crown Tundra Impressions00:56:30 - Break Music00:57:10 - Twilight Wings Bonus00:58:20 - Pokémon GO

Oct 26, 2020 • 1:52:46

The Crown Tundra Arrives This Week

We learn more about Dynamax Adventure based off some new information off Pokemon.com! Pokémon GO partners with Grubhub and also releases some new 12K eggs with Team Rocket. Pokémon Masters gets two new holiday characters to celebrate the spooky season. A promotion card in Japan hints at you being able to battle as a human. We give some final thoughts before we arrive at the second DLC for Pokémon Sword / Shield. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:03:00 - Pokémon Masters News00:07:00 - Strange Eggs00:26:2

Oct 19, 2020 • 1:23:04

Japan, Pokémon, Websites [Featuring PokéJungle]

Featuring Paul of PokéJungle.net. Before the interview, we cover Pokémon GO news, a new black/gold TCG set coming out in November, and Canon Pikachu camera dropping in Japan. PokéJungle comes on the show to talk about living in Japan, moving back to the United States, and running one of the most popular Pokémon news sites out there. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:00 - Pokémon GO News00:05:00 - New TCG Set00:08:00 - Pikachu Camera 00:15:40 - Break Music00:16:10 - PokéJungle Interview 00:56:30 - Pos

Oct 12, 2020 • 57:56

Crown Tundra Release Date and New Details

The Crown Tundra gets a release date of October 22nd, 2020. We talk about the latest trailer and information dump from this past week. From worries about Co-op Raids, to Galarian Slowking, and seeing Melmetal return, we cover it all. Pokémon GO is giving out free Raid Passes every Monday, they rolled back their stay-at-home changes, and Deerling is finally coming to the game. Pokémon HOME to GO arrives before the end of the year? 00:00:20 - Introduction00:03:20 - Pokémon GO News00:11:20 - Pokémo

Oct 5, 2020 • 1:52:43

New Nintendo Switch in 20XX

The 3DS is dead, production has stopped. On a recent call, Nintendo said they are not done making new hardware, but gives no date to when that will arrive. Pokémon Café Mix gets groups and Snorlax got added to the game. HeartGold and SoulSilver gets their trademarks renewed. Champion's Path is now in stores, if you can find them. Finally, we talk about the many updates coming to Pokémon GO this Fall. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:01:40 - Champion's Path Released00:08:50 - 3DS is Dead 00:15:40 - New

Sep 28, 2020 • 1:17:31

Entei Gets Trademarked

New merch featuring Gym Leaders are hitting shelves in Japan. New Pokémon skateboards are arriving soon (again) for your collection? Champion's Path, the newest TCG set, drops this Friday. The Players Cup II is still Series 5, you can sign up now. Shiny Clefable arrives in a Max Raid event in Pokémon Sword and Shield over the weekend. Entei gets trademarked for probably NOT game purposes. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:40 - Pokémon Center Updates00:17:40 - Champion's Path00:20:00 - Players Cup II

Sep 21, 2020 • 1:28:31

Pokémon Players Cup II

The 2nd Pokémon Players Cup has been announced and oddly enough, it's using old rules for banned Pokémon. Pokémon Center releases new Halloween merch, including a spooky village you can purchase. Pokémon GO has a bug-event right now with the goal to unlock new Mega Pokémon in the game. Netflix gets 12 more episodes of the new Pokémon anime, Journeys. The Family Ties event has arrived in Pokémon Masters, and they touch on the issues with the Sun/Moon story of Lusamine being a terrible mother. 00:

Sep 14, 2020 • 1:22:42

Jumpluff is a Dandelion

Pokémon Masters new egg event is here, where you can get Shiny versions of the Kanto Starter Pokémon. Pokémon Masters also seems to be the best mobile game TPCi has put out, besides Pokémon GO. Speaking of GO, Niantic says they are listening to the community, and slightly changes Mega Evolution in Pokémon GO, but the community doesn't seem to be happy.  We are getting new TCG Tins and a new Eternatus collection this week, as well as a new Battle Deck for the Fall. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:03:30

Sep 7, 2020 • 1:44:19

Mega Evolution Woes

Pokémon Masters finally gets Sygna Suit Blue and Leaf, and Red & Charizard returns to the game for the anniversary event. On top of that, 10 pulls in Masters now give you a bonus 11th pull for the event with the Elite Four stuff appearing this past week too. Pokémon GO added Mega Evolution this week and fans are not too happy with how it was implemented, so we talk about the ups and downs of the new system. GO Battle League also is a bit broken, but a GBL event is coming the end of September. 00

Aug 31, 2020 • 1:29:54

Sixteen Competitive Pokémon Banned in Sword/Shield

Pokémon Masters gets a name change to celebrate it's 1 Year Anniversary. More seasonal characters are coming to the game, as well as, Lillie and family, 6-Star Sync Pairs, and the Kanto Elite Four. TPCi decides to ban 16 top used Pokémon in Sword & Shield for the Season 6 meta of the game. An employee at Creatures Inc. posted a tweet asking Pokémon fans for feedback on UI/UX as they continue to work on the upcoming Detective Pikachu game. Some minor Pokémon TGC news this week and a new Build-a-B

Aug 24, 2020 • 1:27:44

TPCi Debuts Play! Pokémon Podcast [Featuring Joshua Yehl]

Featuring Joshua Yehl of IGN (interview starts ~36 mins into the episode). Joshua talks Detective Pikachu, Sword/Shield thoughts, Pokémon Snap excitement, and working for IGN. The Pokémon Company launches their own podcast. Pokémon GO is now running their Unova event this week. Pokémon Pass isn't dead yet? The PTGC's newest set, Darkness Ablaze, is here and two new SwSh TCG boxes are in store too. Finally, the new Pokémon movie, Coco, gets a Japanese release date. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:40

Aug 17, 2020 • 1:45:21

How To Get Zarude Right Now

Since there was not a real life Pikachu Outbreak event, we get one in Pokémon Sword and Shield. Zarude, the newest Mythical Pokémon, is now available in Japan and we tell you how you can get one. Deoxys seems to be taking everyone's money due to it's Shiny. Twilight Wings is now over. Darkness Ablaze, the new Pokémon TCG set, arrives this week. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:07:00 - Pikachu Outbreak Wrong Dates00:15:30 - Twilight Wings00:17:15 - Pokémon GO Deoxys Week00:41:40 - Break Music00:42:30 -

Aug 10, 2020 • 1:23:06

Incoming Champion's Path

10 Years as a podcast!! This episode we talk about our thoughts on Pokémon GO Fest! We talk about the new changes that happened with Pokémon Masters and their summer event. Our Kickstarter for the 10 year celebration has launched! New Pokémon Sword and Shield raids are here for August. Finally, we talk about the upcoming Champion's Path for the Pokémon Trading Card Game. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:50 - Pokémon GO Fest Recap00:41:30 - Break Music00:42:20 - Kickstarter00:55:50 - Champion's Path0

Aug 3, 2020 • 1:49:06

Pokémon Mobile App Updates and Shutdowns

Pokemon Masters, Pokemon GO, and Pokemon Cafe Mix all gets updates this week. Pokemon Rumble Rush, on the other hand, gets shutdown. Pokemon GO Fest was this past weekend, but we don't talk about it this episode due to recording early. Two sets of Pokemon TCG items sell for a nice chunk of change. Pokemon lays out all the features for why you should pick up the Isle or Armor DLC. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:03:30 - Pokemon Rumble Rush00:06:10 - Pokemon Master Eggs00:13:30 - Cafe Mix Update00:16:00

Jul 27, 2020 • 1:24:00

Shiny Wailord Event Came and Went

Max Raid Battles arrived to the Pokémon TCG. Pokémon GO Friendship week has begun. Pokémon Master's one year anniversary is right around the corner. Pokémon Center dropped over 30 shirts this past week. A Shiny Wailord event in Pokémon Sword and Shield came out of nowhere and now it's over that quick, but we talk about what the event was. Finally, ice cream and Pokémon cross paths once again in Japan. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:05:30 - TCG Max Raid Battles00:16:30 - Pokémon Center Update00:21:30

Jul 20, 2020 • 1:13:46

Team Rocket Invasion

Nintendo has no new mobile apps planned as their current apps are not doing very well. Niantic and DeNA, on the other hand, have been pushing forward with in-sync Team Rocket events this past week. A rare Pokémon card sells for $90,000 and if you upgrade your phone to a new Samsung phone, you can get a free shirt/hat in Pokémon GO. We finally talk about Pokémon Café Mix this week too! 00:00:20 - Introduction00:02:30 - Café Mix00:14:30 - Nintendo's Mobile Apps00:26:40 - Break Music00:28:40 - Poké

Jul 13, 2020 • 1:01:18

Countdown Pokémon GO Fest 2020

Lots of new events, challenges, and tasks for the lead up to the 2020 Pokémon GO Fest. We talk about Stickers being added, the "bragging right" challenges, and more in regards to GO. The Pokémon Company talks about which charities they plan to use their 5 million dollar donation on. Pokémon also has some new wedding stuff for trainers in love. Finally, we cover all the current 2020 rules and regulations for battles and the upcoming 2021 rules. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:04:30 - Wedding Season00:0

Jul 6, 2020 • 1:21:41

Pokémon UNITE Drama

Pokémon UNITE, a new MOBA Pokémon game, got announced this week and it was oddly received by the community. Some are not happy it's not a remake, some are upset it's being made by Tencent, and others are upset they had to wake up at 6AM to see the news, but we talk about it all. We also cover the short story aspects of the Isle of Armor DLC. Pokémon Masters gets a new Egg system and Niantic randomly canceled a Raid Day event with no reason why. 00:20:00 - Introduction00:02:40 - Pokémon Unite00:4

Jun 29, 2020 • 1:46:55

Sword/Shield DLC Coverage & New Pokémon Snap

We talk about all the new features and our thoughts on the Pokémon Sword & Shield DLC. Kubfu, the Dojo, the new Wild Area, and the Cram-o-matic all get our thoughts after spending the last couple days on the Isle of Armor. We also cover the New Pokémon Snap announcement, Pokémon Smile, and Pokémon Café Mix news too. Mega Evolution is coming to Pokémon GO and Shiny Zeraora is an event right now in Sword/Shield. This episode does *not* cover the story of the DLC.00:20:00 - Introduction00:03:00 - P

Jun 22, 2020 • 1:50:18

Traveling to the Isle of Armor

The Isle of Armor drops in just 72 hours, and we talk about what to expect, Pokémon HOME maintenance, and the upcoming VGC friendly tournament. A new TCG box is coming for new players trying to learn the game. Pokémon GO is going to stop working on any Android phone running 32-bit. The new Pokémon anime is out on Netflix this week! Finally, we chat about the upcoming changes to Pokémon Masters. 00:20:00 - Introduction00:04:00 - Pokémon HOME Update + DLC00:17:40 - Pokémon Masters Changes00:33:40

Jun 15, 2020 • 1:25:00

Isle of Armor Release Date, New Pokémon, Cram-o-matic

June 17th is the release date to the Isle of Armor! We learn about Max Soup, the Cramorant bot, new abilities, moves, and more! We also learn about what we get to see this Fall with the Crown Tundra. Hidden Ability Galar Starters got released through Pokémon HOME. Pokémon Battle Academy is coming exclusively to Target first this summer. Finally, both TPCi and Niantic donated a lot of money towards current events happening in the world, we talk about it.00:20:00 - Introduction00:06:40 - Isle of A

Jun 8, 2020 • 1:35:00

Darkness Ablaze, Pokémon GO Fest, Mister Donuts

The Pokémon anime returns in Japan in June. Dawn arrives in Pokémon Masters. Pokémon GO Fest gets announced and June seems a bit more laid back then months before it in exciting events. Pokémon Center gets a huge update of merch. Finally, Darkness Ablaze, the next TGC set arrives in the US on August 1st. 00:20:00 - Introduction00:03:30 - Anime Returns in Japan00:08:00 - Dawn Comes to Pokémon Masters00:12:00 - Pokémon GO News00:36:30 - Break Music00:37:20 - More Pokémon GO News00:51:30 - Mister D

Jun 1, 2020 • 1:24:36

Countdown to Isle of Armor

Pokémon Sword & Shield gets four new Mystery Gifts as we gear up for the Isle of Armor DLC. Pokémon HOME gets adds friend trading finally, but only temporary for some odd reason. Pokémon GO is brining the box Legends to 5-Star Raids starting this week. Pokémon Masters added another Johto favorite Sync Pair to the game. 00:01:15 - Introduction00:02:00 - Pokémon Masters News00:04:40 - New SwSh Mystery Gifts00:19:20 - New DLC Moves00:26:30 - Break Music00:27:10 - Pokémon HOME Update00:52:20 - Reshi

May 25, 2020 • 1:10:41

Pokémon Players Cup [Featuring Aaron Zheng]

Featuring CybertronVGC aka Aaron Zheng  (interview starts at 40 mins into the episode). TPCi announced three summer tournaments revolving around the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online, Pokken Tournament DX, and Pokémon Sword/Shield. Pokémon GO announces a new Community Day. Aaron talks with us about Dynamax Pokémon, old VGC, and steps getting into VGC. 00:01:15 - Introduction00:08:00 - May Online Competition00:11:20 - Pokémon Players Cup00:39:30 - Break Music00:40:30 - Interview with Aaron Zheng01

May 18, 2020 • 1:38:03

Pokémon Masters & GO both Re-work Mechanics

Pokémon Sword/Shield sells 17 million copies. Pokemon Masters is getting some new changes to how you play the game. Pokémon GO is adding more events and re-working the coin system. Pokémon Center gets FREE shipping on all their stuff. 00:00:25 - Introduction00:03:00 - Pokémon Center Free Shipping00:07:15 - Pokémon Masters Update00:31:30 - Break Music00:32:20 - Nintendo Hardware/Software Sales00:44:00 - Pokémon GO News01:03:30 - Question of the Week01:09:10 - Pokémon of the Week01:18:00 - Post Cr

May 11, 2020 • 1:19:14

Police Called on Pokémon Players

A Pokémon cake delivered for accidentally calling the police. Max Raid battles rotate again with popular VGC Pokémon. Niantic really pushing major updates and events for May in Pokémon GO. Rebel Clash, the latest Pokémon TCG set, has arrived. Pokémon Masters gets Ho-Oh and Silver update. 00:00:25 - Introduction00:02:40 - Police Called for Pokémon GO00:05:15 - Remote Raids, May Events00:23:20 - Break Music00:25:20 - Unova Coming to Pokémon TV00:27:10 - Pokémon Masters Update00:32:30 - Rebel Clash

May 4, 2020 • 1:00:07

Pokémon Anime Coming to Netflix

The 23rd season of the Pokémon anime is coming to Netflix. That same anime is being delayed in Japan currently. We talk about some issues with the fourth episode of Twilight Wings, the Nintendo account hacks, and Pokémon Rumble Rush getting canceled. 00:00:25 - Introduction00:03:00 - Pokémon Center Update00:06:00 - Pokémon Anime to Netflix00:38:40 - Break Music00:39:30 - Anime Delayed00:44:40 - False Advertising00:53:00 - Rumble Rush Canceled00:54:30 - Nintendo Hacks01:02:00 - Question of the We

Apr 27, 2020 • 1:15:00

Community Day: Play at Home Edition

Community Day at home is coming up in Pokémon GO, we talk about that. A new Pokémon Masters update coming with the game adding eggs. We also talk about the new Original Stitch Pokémon shirts that arrived too. 00:00:25 - Introduction00:03:00 - Original Stitch Shirts00:18:30 - Pokémon Master's Update00:27:00 - Break Music00:29:00 - Abra Community Day00:38:30 - Pokémon Buddy Week00:43:20 - Raiding at Home00:49:30 - Question of the Week00:57:20 - Pokémon of the Week01:05:00 - Post CreditsLeave a Rev

Apr 20, 2020 • 1:06:40

Dynamaxed Babies

New Wild Area update added a breathe of fresh air to the current raid rotation! Pokémon GO got a new leaderboard and had a battle focused event. The Pokémon TCG is getting their new set of cards very soon. HBO gets a Detective Pikachu added to their lineup! Finally, Zarude's signature move gets shown off this past week. 00:00:25 - Introduction00:01:30 - New Max Raid Battles00:06:30 - New Zarude Info00:15:50 - Bans for Cheating00:22:40 - Break Music00:24:30 - Detective Pikachu on HBO00:26:30 - Re

Apr 13, 2020 • 1:09:06

Raiding from Home

Some new TCG sets are arriving, but every Play Pokémon event, both TCG and VGC are canceled for the rest of the 2020 season. With events canceled and stay at home stuff being everyone's new life, Niantic is bringing Pokémon GO Raids to your house in the near future, as well as, a GO Fest of sorts this summer. Finally, we cover a bit of Animal Crossing too! 00:00:25 - Introduction00:08:00 - TCGO Free Coins00:12:20 - TCG Collectors Chest00:16:20 - Animal Crossing Chatting00:29:30 - Break Music00:3

Apr 6, 2020 • 1:17:08

New Isle of Armor Information

New Trailer for the Isle of Armor was shown off in the Nintendo Direct Mini, we go over what's new. Pokémon GO is having a lot of people just lose battles on purpose in GO Battle League, plus they updated their Twitter bio recently. Pokémon Masters gets two new characters from Team Skull. The Pokémon TCG has two new booster boxes that came out!  Finally, we talk about the gold Burger King cards. 00:00:25 - Introduction00:05:30 - GO Battle League00:14:20 - Safari Zone/Twitter Update00:25:00 - Pok

Mar 30, 2020 • 1:16:42

Upcoming Pokémon Events Canceled

TPCi put out a press release about upcoming events being canceled. Niantic is still trying to find and make a balance for players who cannot leave their houses. Pokémon Sword and Shield has another raid rotation and got a patch to fix surprise trade. Pokémon Masters gets a small update too! 00:00:25 - Introduction00:04:30 - Pokémon GO Genesect00:11:30 - Pokémon SwSh Raids00:17:10 - Twilight Wings00:19:20 - Virus News00:25:30 - Break Music00:26:20 - Sword/Shield Patch00:31:30 - Pokémon HOME Sales

Mar 23, 2020 • 1:01:42

Mystery Dungeon DX vs. Animal Crossing

To celebrate 400, we answer your questions about Pokémon and the podcast in general! We also kick off the podcast with first impressions on the new Pokémon Mystery Dungeon game for Switch. Thank you to everyone who has listened to the show over these past 400+ some episodes and we are sorry if we didn't get to your question! Enjoy! 00:00:25 - Introduction00:04:00 - Pokémon Mystery Dungeon DX00:30:40 - Break Music00:31:30 - Listener Questions01:12:30 - Break Music01:13:20 - Listener Questions02:0

Mar 16, 2020 • 2:02:09

HOME, Bank, Box [Bonus: International Women's Day Segment]

The Pokémon Company decides to cancel some upcoming events. Pokémon HOME gets another update, but it still doesn't fix any major issues we've been having. Huge Maddy on the Move segment this episode to celebrate International Women's Day! We talk about some new merch, Mewtwo returning to Masters, and Will gives us your Pokémon of the Week! 00:00:25 - Introduction00:04:00 - Pokémon HOME Fixes00:31:20 - Maddy on the Move00:52:00 - Update to VCG Rules00:56:00 - Great Ball Guy00:57:40 - Europe Event

Mar 9, 2020 • 1:24:45

Pokémon Day Brings Mewtwo & Zarude

Pokémon Day brought us more Pokémon GO news, a Pokémon Masters update, and Mewtwo arrived in Pokémon Sword/Shield this past weekend. Pokémon Center updated it's store, Clone Pokémon appeared in GO, Red arrived in Masters, and we chat about who won Pokémon of the Year. Maddy on the Move returns and a new poem for Pokémon of the Week. 00:00:25 - Introduction00:07:00 - Mewtwo in Sword/Shield00:26:00 - Pokémon Center Merch00:28:20 - Break Music00:30:40 - Pokémon Masters Update00:41:40 - New Mythical

Mar 2, 2020 • 2:05:09

The Cut Content from (Gen 4) Diamond/Pearl [Featuring Dr. Lava]

Featuring Dr. Lava  (interview starts at 30 mins into the episode). Interview with Dr. Lava about the content cut from Gen 4, the starter design of Gen 5, and old Shiny Pokémon designs. Will, Greg, and SBJ go over the updates to Pokémon HOME. We talk about the new TCG expansion coming out, more new Funko's coming out, and the changes to the upcoming egg event for Pokémon GO. Pokémon Masters also getting a bunch of new content for Pokémon Day! 00:00:25 - Introduction00:02:20 - Niantic Listens00:0

Feb 24, 2020 • 2:08:13

Pokémon HOME is Flawed

Pokémon HOME is a bit underwhelming with inconsistency between UI, broken Wonder Trade, broken GTS, and issues with login, we cover it all. Pokémon Masters has a new Mew event. Funko is partnering with TPCi again for more figures, this time it's Eevee. Two legal issues come to light, one regarding Nintendo and the leaks for Pokemon Sword and Shield, the other is Niantic with Pokémon GO pricing in the UK. 00:00:25 - Introduction00:03:50 - SwSh Lawsuit00:12:30 - Fans Contact ASA 00:32:00 - Break M

Feb 17, 2020 • 2:09:36

Ball Guy's Free T-Shirt, New Tournament Coming

Still no word on Pokémon HOME, but we are getting four new Pokémon Funko Pop figures? Pokémon GO is stacking even more events for February on top of an already busy month. Gigantamax Toxtricity arrives to Max Raid battles (along with Kingler, Hatterene, Grimmsnarl, and Orbeetle) for the next couple weeks. Pokémon Masters is getting a new Sync Pair that involves Professor Oak! Voting for Pokémon Day has opened up this month too! 00:00:25 - Introduction00:02:20 - Gigantamax Toxtricity00:32:00 - Br

Feb 10, 2020 • 1:43:24

Pricing Details of Pokémon HOME

Pokémon HOME is coming and we now know the details. Pokémon Masters gets a Gen 3 fan-favorite pair, Pokémon GO is dropping event after event this February. Milcery is now taking over Max Raids in Pokémon Sword and Shield with two new sweets you can collect. Pokémon Sword/Shield also passed Pokémon Sun/Moon in sales numbers after only two months of being on the market, we dive into that before HOME is released.00:00:25 - Introduction00:03:10 - New Mythical Pokémon Coming00:08:30 - Milcery Raids00

Feb 3, 2020 • 2:11:56

New Safari Zones

Food Network Challenge featured Pokémon cakes and we talk about the aftermath. A new GX box for the Pokémon TCG is now on sale. The long awaited Mewtwo movie is coming to Netflix. Pokémon GO announced new Safari Zones and events, including a different Community Day we haven't really seen before. Niantic also brags about their tourism money they created in 2019. Finally, we talk about the Pokémon Global Link shutting down.00:00:25 - Introduction00:03:10 - Tourism Money00:06:30 - Safari Zones 00:2

Jan 27, 2020 • 1:32:23

Alcremie Raids and Kyurem in Masters

Pokémon Masters gears up for the 6 month anniversary. Max Raid dens in Pokémon Sword and Shield rotated earlier this month, we let you know what you can find where. Pokémon GO got a new trading feature and more Unova Pokémon were recently added. The crew talks about some side content in games we enjoyed in the past too. 00:00:25 - Introduction00:03:30 - Pokémon Masters News00:45:10 - Break Music00:46:00 - Max Raid Rotation00:53:00 - Pokémon GO News01:36:00 - Question of the Week01:50:20 - Post C

Jan 20, 2020 • 1:51:11

Twilight Wings, Letter Recap

Episode 01 of Pokémon: Twilight Wings. Irene and Steve recap "Letter" which is the first episode of the mini-series. We meet John as he tries to let Chairman Rose know that one day he'd like to see a live battle with Leon and Charizard. Future recaps will be on Patreon! 🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast💰 Support on Patreon LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitc

Jan 20, 2020 • 22:17

Pokémon Expansion Pass DLC Breakdown

The Isle of Armor and The Crown Tundra is the first Pokémon DLC coming to Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield in 2020. With new Legendary Pokémon, new Galarian Pokémon, and with 200 old Pokémon returning, you will be able to purchase this DLC for $30. The Isle of Amor arrives in June, The Crown Tundra in the Fall of 2020. Three new Legendary Pokémon have been shown such as Kubfu, Urshifu, and Calyrex. Gigantamax Forms of Rillaboom, Cinderace, and Inteleon have also been shown off. Changes to the Sw

Jan 13, 2020 • 2:25:06

Shiny Magikarp Invaded Max Raid Battles

To celebrate the new year, The Pokémon Company pushed a new promoted event to Max Raid battles, Shiny Magikarp! We talk about that event and Season 2 of the Ranked Battles in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield. Pokémon GO kicked off their Adventure Sync Hatchathon event with party hat Wurmple and friends! Pokémon GO also ranked high in revenue after 2019 ended, we go over their truckload of money here. Also, Pokémon Masters has a new event to dive into!00:00:25 - Introduction00:02:50 - Build-a-Bea

Jan 6, 2020 • 1:39:44

Pokémon Games Come to Facebook

Lance (and soon to be Cynthia) arrive to Pokémon Masters. We cover the new Poffin item in Pokémon GO and the recent 11-7 event that happened on Saturday. The official Pokémon Galar guidebook has over 60 errors in it and TPCi apologized in Japan for the issues with the book. We cover the two new Pokémon Facebook games that arrived out of no where. Finally, the crew talks about the last 10 years of Pokémon games this episode. 00:00:25 - Introduction00:03:20 - Pokémon GO News00:24:50 - Buddy Featur

Dec 30, 2019 • 1:46:51

Hatch and Raid the Best Pokémon

Pokémon has provided an article about how to raise Pokémon in Sword and Shield for competitive purposes. A new updated Buddy system has been added to Pokémon GO. The Power of Us is being brought to Netflix, new Mystery Gifts are here for SwSh, and some old stuff was dug up about Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. We tackle rumors and speculation about the old stuff, while Maddy is back to bring us some new stuff! 00:00:25 - Introduction00:05:00 - Gender Differences00:25:00 - Netflix Pokémon Movies00:39:

Dec 23, 2019 • 1:59:27

Twilight Wings, a Galar Region Animated Series

The Pokémon GO and Pokémon Masters Holiday events are around the corner. We explain catch rate in Max Raids and just overall catch rate in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield. TPCi announced Pokémon: Twilight Wings, a Galar Region Short Animated Series, which is coming early 2020. Jeopardy featured a Pokémon segment with questions for fans. Finally, we go over how the NPCs give their Pokémon nicknames in the series.00:00:25 - Introduction00:05:25 - Catch Rates in Sword & Shield00:32:40 - Break Musi

Dec 16, 2019 • 1:36:27

Answers for the VGC, Max Raids & Niantic Wayfarer

We dive deep on how Niantic Wayfarer can improve Pokémon GO. We go over a ton of Max Raid information including rewards, strategy, and collecting watts. The 2020 Video Game Competition is around the corner and we prepare you with the updated rules. A new segment introduce on this show with a new voice! On top of all that, both Pokémon Masters and Pokémon Rumble Rush gets an update too. 00:01:20 - Introduction00:03:35 - Pokémon GO Evolution Week00:08:40 - Niantic Wayfarer00:42:15 - Break Music00:

Dec 9, 2019 • 2:00:29

Brilliant Pokémon, Max Raids, and the Wild Area

Normal episodes are back! Will, Greg, and SBJ talk about their thoughts on Max Raid battles, trading in Pokémon Sword & Pokémon Shield, the Curry Dex, and the Wild Area. We spend some time on people manipulating the Max Raids. We address the false information around "Ultra Shiny" Pokémon and how this incorrect news spreads. We tackle are favorite things from the games and our issues with the games so far. 00:00:25 - Introduction00:02:20 - PTCG V Cards00:12:50 - Gigantamax Snorlax00:17:20 - Max R

Dec 2, 2019 • 2:31:53

Good Grief Galar 08 | The Champion

Our trainers go on to solve the issue of the Darkest Day before we get to participate in our Champion Battle. After confronting the threat, we compare this situation to past games. We also talk about our overall thoughts on Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield. 00:00:30 - Introduction00:02:00 - Always Gets Lost00:06:30 - The Darkest Day00:33:40 - The Champion01:05:00 - Overall Thoughts01:18:00 - Wrapping Up01:21:30 - Post Credits🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/superef

Nov 25, 2019 • 1:22:00

Good Grief Galar 07 | Rose Tower

After collecting all eight Gym Badges, we head to Wyndon to get ready to challenge Leon. We talk about Wyndon and the issues that happen there that slow down our trainer from getting to fight the Champion right away. 00:00:30 - Introduction00:02:30 - Wyndon00:13:30 - Rivals00:27:20 - Dinner Plans00:42:30 - Rose Tower01:06:00 - Round Two 01:13:00 - Post Credits🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pokemonpodcast💰 Support on PatreonFull d

Nov 24, 2019 • 1:13:43

Good Grief Galar 06 | Piers & Raihan

Headed to Spikemuth this episode to check out the Dark Gym and meet the Dark Gym Leader. After the battle, we then head to fight the Dragon Gym Leader. Before all this talking, we spend some time talking about the audio quality of the game overall.00:00:30 - Introduction00:02:30 - High-Quality Earbuds00:11:00 - Gym Battle 700:49:00 - Gym Battle 801:08:00 - Post Credits🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pokemonpodcast💰 Support on Patr

Nov 23, 2019 • 1:08:35

Good Grief Galar 05 | The Wild Area

Irene, Micah, and SBJ talk about the Wild Area finally. We talk Raids, the Vendors, the Digging Duo, and more. There is also a couple issues with the Wild Area that we address on top of that. Our crew then ventures to the 6th Gym Leader. Depending on which version, an Ice battle or a Rock battle awaits you.00:00:30 - Introduction00:02:45 - The Wild Area00:37:10 - Gym Battle 601:06:00 - Post Credits🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/po

Nov 22, 2019 • 1:06:30

Good Grief Galar 04 | Bird, Dino, Drake, and Fish

We challenge and take on the fourth and fifth gyms in this episode. We find new fossils and talk about how they work. We see a couple new Pokémon on our way to Stow-in-Side, in which we talk about version exclusive Gym Leaders. Afterwards, we meet Bede again, and an unexpected turn of events happens. Finally, we challenge Opal for the Fairy Badge.00:00:30 - Introduction00:02:10 - Minor Story00:17:30 - Fossils 00:26:20 - Gym Battle 400:32:00 - The Explosion 00:41:40 - Gym Battle 500:57:10 - Post

Nov 18, 2019 • 57:37

Good Grief Galar 03 | Nessa & Kabu

We talk about the Water Gym and the Fire Gym this episode. Our journey brings to to getting the Rotom Bike and a new Baby Pokémon in the Daycare. We learn more about Chairman Rose and Bede. Sword and Shield also seems to dive into character development a bit more than past games with people like Kabu too.00:00:30 - Introduction00:04:30 - The Bike00:08:00 - Baby Pokémon00:20:00 - Gym Battle 200:34:40 - Pokémon Jobs00:46:20 - Gym Battle 301:06:00 - Post Credits🎟 Nintendo Switch Lite Giveaway🌐 ww

Nov 17, 2019 • 1:06:42

Good Grief Galar 02 | Turffield Gym

Our Starters finally evolved into the middle evolutions. We made it to the first Gym Leader in Pokémon Sword and Shield. We talk about meeting the Gym Leaders formally after Leon introduces us. We meet our other two Rivals and talk about Hop a bit more. After knocking out a lot of the story stuff, we give initial impressions on the Wild Area.00:00:30 - Introduction00:03:20 - Starters Evolve00:10:30 - Story Stuff00:26:10 - Gym Battle 100:42:40 - Wild Area00:58:00 - Post Credits🎟 Nintendo Switch

Nov 16, 2019 • 58:34

Good Grief Galar 01 | First Impressions

We give our first impressions on Pokémon Sword and Shield. No spoilers past meeting Sonia for the first time. We discuss our starters, Leon, your rival, and comparing the beginning of this game to past Pokémon games like XY and Sun & Moon. Enjoy!00:00:30 - Introduction00:05:40 - The Opening00:25:20 - Starter Picks01:00:00 - Post Credits🎟 Nintendo Switch Lite Giveaway🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pokemonpodcast💰 Support on Patre

Nov 15, 2019 • 1:01:25

Mints Packed, Heading to Galar

Last podcast before Pokémon Sword and Shield drops! We talk about the Curry Dex, Mints, Max Raid Battles, and the clash of negativity vs positivity for these games. Giovanni finally appears in Pokémon GO. Japan cancels an upcoming event. The guy who made Undertale made some music for Pokémon. We talk the future of the PokéDex and how Pokémon HOME may or may not have an impact on future games. 00:03:20 - Introduction00:04:00 - Giovanni in Pokémon GO00:13:40 - Undertale Guy Makes Music 00:18:40 -

Nov 11, 2019 • 1:53:24

Avoiding The Leaks [Featuring RealBreakingNate]

Featuring RealBreakingNate (interview starts at 56 mins into the episode). Pokémon Sword/Shield leaks have happened, revealing most of the PokéDex, but we don't talk about it this episode. We tackle Cosmic Eclipse, the new TCG set, the anime is set to debut Pikachu's origin story as a Pichu, and the recent Pokémon GO event fell flat for a lot of fans. Healthy living returns this episode too!! A bonus 45 mins of the podcast, talking about leak culture, can be found free on our Patreon page.00:03:

Nov 4, 2019 • 1:49:23

The Pressure of Making Pokémon Games

Another interview with Game Freak, in where they talk about connectivity from Pokémon GO to Pokémon Sword and Shield, Sirfetch'd, and how fans respond to them making games. Pokémon Masters gets a story update. The Pokémon TCG is already banning a new card from the upcoming set. Pokémon GO announced a new Battle Tournament for early next year and some new Team Rocket stuff on the horizon. Finally, Will, SBJ, and Brittney debate about how to get a newcomer into Pokémon. 00:00:20 - Introduction00:0

Oct 28, 2019 • 1:54:28

Gigantamaxing Fat Pikachu & Fluffy Eevee

Charizard, Pikachu, Meowth, and more get special BIG Pokémon treatment in the latest Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield trailer. Pokémon Masters has a roadmap based on last week's apology. Niantic is rolling out a map update to GO, as well as, a new $8.99 event that seems like a worldwide GO Fest. With Sword/Shield around the corner, an embargo lifted in regards to the first 90 mins of gameplay. We pull information from Eurogamer, IGN, The Verge, and Game Informer in regards to this news. 00:01:40

Oct 21, 2019 • 1:36:09

Pokémon Masters Public Apology

Even the producer of Pokémon Masters thinks that the game is boring and a grind, we talk about the apology letter. Speaking of flopping mobile games, why is Harry Potter: Wizard's Unite a dud compared to Pokémon GO? Galarian Ponyta was finally talked about by the Pokémon Company, so we can go over what they said. Ash gets a female friend added to his roster for the upcoming Pokémon anime in Japan. 00:01:40 - Introduction00:04:10 - Pokémon Masters Apology00:19:40 - Harry Potter Failure00:34:50 -

Oct 14, 2019 • 1:24:39

Pokémon Sword & Shield Info Dump

Game Informer dropped a bunch of new Pokémon Sword and Shield information on us. Auto-save stuff, no HMs, why Pokémon were cut, new features, changing natures and more. A 24-hour live stream also showed off Impidimp and Galar Ponyta. Pokémon GO is doing Raid nights every Wednesday this month, and new shirts got added to the shop. Finally, Game Freak talks about how Max Raid battles were made before they were implemented and used in Pokémon GO. 00:01:40 - Introduction00:03:00 - Pokémon GO News00:

Oct 7, 2019 • 1:47:43

The $10,000 Shiny Charizard Card

Lots of Pokémon GO stuff happening again! Mobile Mario Kart got more downloads on day 1 of release than Pokémon GO, so does this mean anything? Shiny Charizard is still worth something to someone. A 24-hour looped video will be shown off soon to show some new stuff in Sword/Shield!00:01:40 - Introduction00:07:00 - Mario Kart vs Pokémon GO00:23:00 - Upcoming Sword/Shield News00:35:10 - Break Music00:37:00 - Pokémon GO Spawn Points0040:40 - Travel Day00:56:00 - Shiny Charizard TCG01:10:00 - Break

Sep 30, 2019 • 1:28:59

Sirfetch'd, Hidden Fates, Unova in Pokémon GO

Sirfetch'd was unveiled as a Pokémon Sword exclusive Pokémon! Unova Pokémon have arrived in Pokémon GO. The Ultra Bonus week is ending, but Mewtwo is coming back! Trapinch Community Day was announced. Hidden Fates, the newest Pokémon TCG set, is still impossible to find. The season finale of the Japanese Pokémon anime wrapped up and people are talking about it, including us.00:01:40 - Introduction00:06:50 - Hidden Fates, V Cards00:12:00 - Pokémon Masters Update00:22:10 - Upcoming GO Events00:36:

Sep 23, 2019 • 1:43:37

New Pokémon Seems Very Farfetched

Niantic just settled a 4 million dollar lawsuit regarding trespassing. A new, mysterious Pokémon was shown off, and the internet thinks they know what it could be. Pokémon Center got a new revamp of plushies, including every Pokémon from Johto, plus some Halloween merchandise. Pokémon Masters apologized to players by offering them 6,000 gems for their bug issues. 00:02:10 - Introduction 00:05:00 - 6,000 Gems in Pokémon Masters 00:18:20 - Pokémon Trespassing Lawsuit 00:27:30 - Break Music 00:28:0

Sep 16, 2019 • 1:19:58

Cramorant and Pokémon Masters Thoughts

Cramorant and Polteageist are the two newest Pokémon shown off this past week in a recent Nintendo Direct. We cover the new clothing styles and the Curry Dex in Pokémon Sword and Shield. Minor Pokémon GO news this episode, but we spend a good time talking about our thoughts on the new mobile game, Pokémon Masters. The new Sword and Shield TCG set also got announced this past week too. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:30 - Pokémon GO Events 00:04:50 - Sword/Shield TCG 00:07:40 - Playing Pokémon at P

Sep 9, 2019 • 1:37:58

Shiny Solgaleo and Shiny Lunala

Pokémon Masters is now available on mobile and we give first impressions on that! Shiny Solgaleo and Shiny Lunala may be our last distributions on the 3DS as we gear up for Sword and Shield. Build-a-bear is still pumping out overpriced toys, but this time, it's Snorlax. We got an anime announcement for another anime announcement this week too. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:06:00 - Shiny 3DS News 00:11:35 - Pokémon Masters 00:17:20 - Build-a-Bear Snorlax 00:22:00 - New Anime News 00:38:10 - Break Mu

Sep 2, 2019 • 1:17:21

We Played Sword & Shield

Back from the Pokémon World Championships, Will and SBJ played Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield. We also talk about the TCG drama that happened with the final matches. Hidden Fates is out now, Pokémon V coming soon! Unova is coming to Pokémon GO. We address questions regarding the competitive stuff they showed off for the Pokémon Trading Card Game and the upcoming Ranking system in HOME and the Switch games. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:00 - Hidden Fates 00:13:50 - Pokémon V 00:25:00 - The TCG

Aug 26, 2019 • 2:10:15

The Three Worst Pokémon

Since we were out of town this weekend, this episode was recorded a bit earlier. It won't include any recent Pokémon news or thoughts about Pokémon Worlds, but it will include your emails and question! We tackle what Pokémon we don't like, if we think Eevee should have more evolutions, and if Pokémon should be on Tinder. News returns next week and our thoughts on DC Worlds! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:20 - Your Emails and Questions 01:07:30 - Pokémon of the Week 01:10:20 - Post Credits 🐉 Dung

Aug 19, 2019 • 1:10:53

Galarian Forms including Weezing, Zigzagoon, & Gene Simmons

A new trailer for Pokémon Sword and Shield has arrived. Pokémon has finally shown off Galarian forms including Weezing and Zigzagoon! We talk about KISS and how they seem pretty happy with what TPCi has shown off too. The TCG gets another card banned before the Pokémon World Championships, Funko is releasing a football Pikachu soon, and Pokémon GO is having an event in Canada this September. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:20 - TCG Card Banned 00:06:30 - Pikachu Funko Pop 00:11:20 - TCG Play &

Aug 12, 2019 • 1:49:26

Pokémon GO Hit 1 Billion Downloads

Pokémon Worlds is coming up and the theme this year is museums. Pokémon also announced changes for the 2020 competitive format. The Team Rocket stuff in Pokémon GO is sticking around and new Shadow Pokémon have arrived. A $500 Mareep is coming to Pokémon Center for both the USA and Japan. Finally, Pokéomn released sales numbers for their games and it seems that Let's Go is on track to surpass Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire in total copies sold. 00:02:40 - Introduction 00:06:50 - Pokémon GO Event 00:1

Aug 5, 2019 • 1:38:47

Team GO Rocket

Team Rocket has invaded Pokémon GO. Shadow Pokémon need to be purified, and someone needs to battle these Zubat they brought with. Rumble Rush dropped on iOS, Pokémon Duel is disappearing this October, and Pokémon Masters can be downloaded in Singapore. This episode marks our 9th year of being a podcast, so thank you to everyone who has supported us over the years. 00:01:20 - Introduction 00:08:20 - Team Rocket in Pokémon GO 00:33:50 - Break Music 00:34:30 - Pokémon Duel Shuts Down 00:37:50 - Po

Jul 29, 2019 • 1:09:08

Nintendo Switch Lite Unveiled

The Nintendo Switch Lite is coming this holiday and will feature a special Pokémon edition. Pokémon GO is teaming up with One Piece, but it's only really talked about outside of the United States. Pokémon Sword & Shield will feature customizable jerseys for Gym Battles. Mega Rayquaza was banned in the VGC (then unbanned). More minor Pokémon Masters details this episode. Finally, we look back at the development of XY and some information about the Gear projects that Game Freak does. 00:00:20

Jul 22, 2019 • 1:48:18

Pokémon Sword & Shield Not Reusing Models?

According to a Famitsu article from a month ago, Game Freak has stated that the models in Pokémon Sword & Shield are NEW and made from scratch (not taken from past games). A new trailer also debuted showing some new, creamy Pokémon to catch. Pokémon GO released an update to Trainer battles, but then pulled the update due to complaints. Pokémon Worlds is open for registration, and attendees can get a special Aerodactyl for showing up. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:00 - Pokémon Worlds 00:15:00

Jul 15, 2019 • 1:53:54

No Plans for Pokémon Snap 2

We go over another interview with Ohmori and Masuda regarding Pokémon Sword & Shield. This interview also talked about having no plans for a Pokémon Snap 2 in the future. They also talk about why some features do not return to the games. We go over a cute TCG ruling regarding a Pikachu card. Niantic has shown off that Armored Mewtwo is coming to Pokémon GO on July 10th. Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft speak out against Donald Trump's tariff, which they say will hurt the video game industry. 00

Jul 8, 2019 • 1:27:46

National Dex Update from Masuda

We get an update on the National Dex issue from Masuda directly! Pokémon GO celebrates it's 3rd anniversary by spawning Shiny Alolan Pokémon in the wild. Pokémon Masters gets a release date for this Summer and gave us an 8 minute trailer for the game, showing little gameplay footage. The TCG is getting another expansion right after Pokémon Worlds and more Pokémon phone cases are arriving soon too! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:45 - Pokémon TCG, Hidden Fates 00:13:30 - Casetify Restock 00:16:10 -

Jul 1, 2019 • 1:58:27

The National Dex Issue

We take time this week to address the #BringBackNationalDex issue that surrounds Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield. Since Harry Potter Wizard's Unite is out (Niantic's new mobile game), we compare it to Pokémon GO. Japan is getting a new Pokémon Cafe. The PTCG is releasing a new set soon, called Unified Minds. Finally, we talk about if every Pokémon is truly someone's favorite. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:07:00 - Pokémon TCG Unified Minds 00:21:30 - Pokémon Cafe in Japan 00:26:30 - Break Music 00:

Jun 24, 2019 • 2:00:29

Nintendo Treehouse & Pokémon GO Fest Recaps

We attended Pokémon GO Fest in Chicago for the third year, and we have a full report on how Niantic did this event compared to years prior. We talk about the Jirachi quest, the spawns, the weather, and the lack of issues we had playing. E3 was last week too! SBJ, Greg, and Will talk about the new Gym Leader in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield. Two new Pokémon, Impidimp and Yamper, were discovered during game play at E3. Masuda and Ohmori talk about the Wild Area and Max Raid battles and we have

Jun 17, 2019 • 1:57:28

Sword & Shield Brings Dynamax, Wooloo, and the Wild Area

The Pokémon Sword and Shield Direct unveiled new Pokémon including Corviknight, Wooloo, Gossifleur, and Drednaw. The Wild Area brings what seems to be the raid mechanic from Pokémon GO into a Zelda-like environment for multiplayer action. Game Freak showed off characters such as your Rival, the Champion, and the Professor of Galar. We talk about how Dynamax can provide more possibilities over Z-Moves or Mega Stones. Finally, we talk about how the Legendary Pokémon may be related to CMYK. 00:00:2

Jun 10, 2019 • 2:05:31

Pokémon Press Conference Recap

Pokémon Sleep, Pokémon HOME, Pokémon Masters, and more was unveiled at the Pokémon Press Conference in Tokyo. We go over our thoughts on Pokémon Sleep and the GO Plus+, as well as, DeNA's upcoming game, Pokémon Masters. We also talk about how Pokémon HOME will work with Let's Go Pikachu/Eevee, Pokémon Bank, and Pokémon Sword/Shield in early 2020. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:07:00 - News 00:07:10 - Detective Pikachu Graphic Novel 00:09:30 - Pokémon LINE Stickers 00:12:40 - Pokémon Press Conference

Jun 3, 2019 • 1:37:57

Pokémon Sword & Shield Drama

Have no clue how much is actually in a pint vs a gallon, do not need your e-mails about this. We talk about the Pokémon Sword & Shield shirt issue, old Pokémon returning to Pokémon GO, and Japan is getting exclusive Pikachu ice cream. We also talk about Lickitung scene from Detective Pikachu. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:12:00 - News 00:13:10 - Japanese Ice Cream 00:17:30 - Detective Pikachu Scene 00:23:30 - Break Music 00:24:30 - Pokémon GO Update 00:35:20 - Sword & Shield Drama 00:52:25

May 27, 2019 • 1:09:37

New Lures & Pokémon in GO

A new Pokémon mobile game, Rumble Rush, is out in Australia. Three new Lures and some new Gen 4 Pokémon surprise us in Pokémon GO this past week. Niantic is also introducing a "raid week" this upcoming Tuesday. The Pokémon Fit plushes are getting the Generation 2 Pokémon added to the series. This weekend is also your chance to get Shiny Tapu Fini by participating in the 2019 International Challenge May Online Competition!00:00:20 - Introduction00:06:00 - News00:06:00 - Shiny Tapu Fini [Event]00:

May 20, 2019 • 1:37:50

Pokémon Detective Pikachu Podcast Review

**Warning: Spoilers for both video game and movie! ** Irene and SBJ talk about our thoughts and feelings of the Detective Pikachu movie. We talk about how the actors played out their roles, the Pokémon that show up in the movie, and the plot differences between the game and the movie. We also chitchat about what we liked and the couple things we didn't like! This episode is free for everyone and Alola Vacation will return next week! www.pkmncast.com www.twitch.tv/pkmncast www.reddit.com/r/supere

May 14, 2019 • 32:06

Detective Pikachu (Spoiler Free Review)

Shiny Eevee & Pikachu are available at Target in the US! Exclusive Detective Pikachu TCG cards are available at Target, Walmart, and GameStop! The Shiny Tapu Fini opens up this week for registration in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. New Funko Pokémon figures are coming, as well as, new UK Pokémon clothing. Will and SBJ give their spoiler-free thoughts on Detective Pikachu. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:10 - News 00:03:20 - Shiny Eevee & Pikachu at Target 00:16:35 - PTCG Exclusives 00:19:15

May 13, 2019 • 1:20:17

Unbroken Bonds: Charizard/Reshiram GX

Uxie, Mesprit, and Azelf surface in regional raids and in the wild for Pokémon GO. New Pokémon cases are coming out this week, along with Detective Pikachu. Unbroken Bonds, the newest Pokémon TCG set, got released over the weekend with a brand new Charizard card that is actually pretty good. Also, a new app has been released by The Pokémon Company called Pokémon Pass. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:15 - News 00:03:30 - Pokémon Pass 00:12:15 - Unbroken Bonds 00:21:25 - Play Pokémon Updates 00:26:0

May 6, 2019 • 1:04:46

The 3DS is Dead

Nintendo has posted their Fiscal Year Ending (March 2019) and we go over what their plans are for the 3DS and the Nintendo Switch for the rest of 2019. Detective Pikachu kicked off in Japan, and results have been very positive for the movie. Build-a-bear is getting more plushes, GO tickets are still slowing rolling out, and new Wobbuffet merch is hitting shelves in Japan. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:15 - News 00:02:30 - Pokémon Website Changes 00:09:15 - Detective Pikachu [Actor Interview] 00:

Apr 29, 2019 • 1:08:23

Season 20, Episode 37 | Rising from the Ruins!

Free Bonus Episode! This episode (S20E37) marks the reveal of a third Lycanroc, Dusk Form! Irene and Steve talk about Rockruff's journey to evolving, the island guardian, Tapu Lele, and how characters share traits in the anime with their video game counterparts. This episode is FREE for everyone! If you'd like more weekly episodes of Alola Vacation, our Pokémon anime podcast, you can subscribe or upgrade to the GOLD Tier for $5 a month to support the podcasts and receive other cool rewards! Epis

Apr 23, 2019 • 33:14

355 TCG Rotation Before Pokémon Worlds

The Pokémon Company has announced that there will be a full rotation of the current cards in the TCG format the day before Pokémon Worlds. Cards such as Ultra Ball, Guzma, and Tapu Lele will not be playable starting August 15th, 2019. There are Pokémon GO issues in Milwaukee, WI, so restraining orders are in line for some players. Mr. Mime was almost cut from the Detective Pikachu movie, but after talking to the president of The Pokémon Company, it made the cut! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:10

Apr 22, 2019 • 1:40:44

354 Detective Pikachu Talking Toys

Wicked Cool Toys released their Detective Pikachu toy line at retailers this past week, SBJ goes over what you should and should not buy. Pokémon GO burnout seems real for some trainers in the community. We talk about the past Community Day and the upcoming egg event this week. Sword & Shield gets a brand new Steel-type move that a fan from Japan will get to name, we compare it to a past move that had a similar contest. Finally, what things bothered us in Pokémon games, like poison outside o

Apr 15, 2019 • 1:28:16

353 GO Fest Announcement

Let's talk about Master Trainers in Let's Go Pikachu and Eevee! With new Pokémon toys coming to Burger King, we talk about how the last time the BK had toys they were recalled due to an unfortunate event. Pokémon GO Fest is coming back to Chicago and we talk about that! Pokémon GO is also taking another stab at the Legendary Lunch Hour. On top of that, we talk about a very expensive TCG card that you can buy for the low low cost of $3000. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:00 - News 00:03:10 - Burger

Apr 8, 2019 • 1:33:50

352 Pokémon Bank Bonus Downloads

Lot's of Pokémon GO Stuff this episode. Hat Pikachu in GO, Bug event starting soon, and a recap of Lotad day. Pokémon Duel has a bit of news, but we get two Hidden Ability Pokémon in Pokémon Bank for subscribers. We also talk about how Pokémon names are said! Finally, we talk about how you miss an entire convention because you don't know how to properly book a flight. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:12:00 - News 00:12:00 - Pokémon GO, Hat Pikachu 00:18:30 - Pokémon GO, Lotad Day 00:32:20 - Pokémon GO

Apr 1, 2019 • 1:13:28

351 Harry Potter vs. Pokémon

News regarding Harry Potter: Wizards Unite dropped, and the crew decides to talk about how much of an impact this game can have on Pokémon GO and the players who may not even care that Pokémon GO has Pokémon in it. Some minor news about Detective Pikachu shows up, we chat about future GO events, and we share a little bit of news regarding how the TCG was in development during the development of Pokémon Red & Green. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:00 - Community Day 00:19:50 - News 00:20:00 - L

Mar 25, 2019 • 1:24:00

350 Food and Pokémon from Japan

SBJ is back from Japan and talks about the Pokemon (and food) differences between Japan and the United States. This is a bit more off-topic episodes than some of the very news heavy past episodes, so just a heads up. Defense Deoxys is being added to Pokémon GO, as well as, a new grass event. The anime is getting a new season on Disney XD, and Pokemon.com has an article about everything you can do after you beat the Elite 4 in Pokémon: Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee. 00:00:20 - Introduction

Mar 18, 2019 • 1:20:28

349 Sword & Shield Speculation, Pokémon Mobile Makes $24.5 Billion

Listeners shout out! We hear your thoughts on the Galar map and ideas of Pokémon from the new region. We also discuss the latest Pokémon GO news, new Detective Pikachu TCG cards, and the amount of money Pokémon makes from its six mobile games. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:07:00 - News: Armored MewTwo 00:10:37 - Pokémon GO Updates 00:27:27 - The Deleted Tweet 00:31:38 - Pokémon Mobile Makes $24.5 Billion 00:39:00 - Detective Pikachu TCG Cards 00:40:34 - List of Detective Pikachu Ranked by Cutene

Mar 11, 2019 • 1:34:39

Women's Day: Special Episode

To celebrate Women's Day, Raschelle, Irene, and Brittney come together to talk about the impact of women in the Pokémon series. They talk about why certain characters are influential, and how they all came to Pokémon. We hope you enjoy this different perceptive on Pokémon from voices you are familiar with! What is Women's Day? International Women's Day is celebrated on March 8 every year. It is a focal point in the movement for women's rights. After the Socialist Party of America organised a Wom

Mar 8, 2019 • 1:14:43

348 Pokémon Sword & Shield, Detective Pikachu, and Mewtwo Strikes Back!

So many announcements from the Pokémon Company all around Pokémon Day! We talk about the new Detective Pikachu trailer, the Mewtwo Strikes Back Evolution trailer, rumored "armored evolution," and our first reactions to the Pokémon Sword and Shield trailer. You can find the map of Galar we discuss here. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:14:40 - News 00:14:45 - Detective Pikachu Trailer 00:28:32 - MewTwo Strikes Back Evolution 00:34:00 - Armored Evolution 00:39:43 - Pokémon GO Reinvigorates

Mar 4, 2019 • 1:52:14

347 Pokémon Day!

Pokémon Day is upon us! We cover the news and events leading up to February 27th this year! These events include a Trade and Play TCG event, a new updated Pokémon TV app, Pokémon GO events, the announcement of Worlds, and more! We also talk about how Clamperl day compared to the last Field Research day too. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:20 - News 00:02:40 - Trade and Play 00:10:45 - Twitch Marathon 00:12:00 - Pokémon Merch 00:27:00 - Pokémon Worlds Information 00:19:20 - Pokémon TV 3.0 Update 00

Feb 25, 2019 • 1:39:07

346 Pokémon Let's Go Sells 10 Million Copies

Another Community Day in the books! We talk about the new AR Photo features coming to Pokémon GO. We also talk about Yo-Kai Watch not doing well in Japan recently. SBJ finally plays Pokémon Duel to explore the new $16.99 mostly fee. Finally, we talk about how Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee sold 10 million copies by the end of 2018. Will gives you your Pokémon of the Week! Bobby returns this episode! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:01:50 - News 00:03:00 - Plush Furret 00:06:45 - Yo-Kai Watch News

Feb 18, 2019 • 1:15:15

345 Shiny Meltan & Shiny Tapu Bulu

A new Pokémon TCG Dex App is available on iOS and Android. There is a new Pokémon GO event, including one that lets you have a chance of finding Shiny Meltan. We debate over if Electabuzz is a tiger or not. Pokémon has partnered with Funko Pops to bring some more toys this year. Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun is getting Pokemon DLC. Shiny Tapu Bulu is a VGC award this February too! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:40 - News 00:05:15 - Shiny Tapu Bulu [Info] 00:14:00 - Shiny Meltan 00:20:30 - Pokém

Feb 11, 2019 • 1:14:33

344 Pokémon Platinum Woes [Featuring Jan Ochoa from Giant Bomb]

Featuring Jan Ochoa from Giant Bomb (interview starts at 36 mins into the episode). Jan talks about his time with Pokémon GO and his thoughts and feelings on Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu & Let's Go Eevee. We also touch on Jan's history with the Pokémon series. After putting 40+ hours into Pokémon Platinum, SBJ expresses how the game doesn't feel unique compared to Pokémon Black & White or Pokémon X/Y. Pokémon GO news is upon us, with more Sinnoh Pokémon being added. Finally, if we had to era

Feb 4, 2019 • 1:45:58

343 Pokémon Let's Go Update v1.0.1

A new update is available for Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee. A second movie may be in the works for Detective Pikachu. Pokemon cat hats are available for... your cats. Ariana Grande got a Pokémon tattoo, and that seems news worthy. SBJ, Will, and Greg answer some e-mails and our question of the week! Will rolls out the new Pokémon of the Week segment properly this week too. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:30 - News 00:03:30 - Let's Go [Update] 00:10:40 - Pokémon [Cat Hats] 00:13:10 - Ariana

Jan 28, 2019 • 1:04:10

342 Detective Pikachu Merchandise

With the new Detective Pikachu movie coming out this May, the Pokémon Company has decided to release a bunch of merch to support the movie! We go over the huge amount of merch being announced. We also talk about Feebas Day in Pokémon GO. On top of all that, we talk about the cutest starters according to a poll in Japan (#4 will really SHOCK you)! Enjoy! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:30 - News 00:07:00 - Detective Pikachu Merchandise [Article] 00:34:30 - Break Music 00:35:00 - Pokémon GO Feebas D

Jan 21, 2019 • 1:15:01

341 Pokémon GO: Feebas Limited Research Day

The first Pokémon GO community day of 2019 is over and one week later we have another one featuring Feebas. Greg, Will, and SBJ talk about their Totodile community days. News about Pokémon GO being banned in a local cemetery. It seems that Universal Studio has canceled plans for a Nintendo Theme park. We also talk about how Bulbasaur should wear a hat. Finally, what Pokemon we have in our collection means a lot to us? 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:35 - Totodile Community Day 00:21:10 - News 00:2

Jan 14, 2019 • 1:11:25

340 Pokémon GO Made $795 Million Last Year

The first episode of 2019. We talk about how much money Pokémon GO made. How to actually battle in Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee. There is a new Pokémon movie coming out this summer. With the start of the new year, Gen 8 rumors are already starting and have no real solid data to back them. Question of the week brings us to what Pokémon town we'd like to live in? 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:11:35 - News 00:13:55 - Pokémon GO Adventure Sync Week 00:21:20 - Pokémon GO Brazil 00:27:20 - Pokémon

Jan 7, 2019 • 1:21:26

339 Best Pokémon Experiences in 2018

The final episode of 2018. Will, Greg, and SBJ answer you questions and talk about our 3 best Pokémon highlights of the year. We talk about what we want to see in a future Pokémon game, as well as, if we think something like Pokémon GO is worth getting into after 2 years. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:00 - News 00:10:35 - E-mails 01:08:30 - Pokémon of the Week 01:15:40 - Post Credits www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssuperef

Dec 31, 2018 • 1:16:43

338 A Farfetch'd in a Pear Tree

More new Pokémon GO changes that we talk about. New raid bosses, new events, new Shiny (Sandshrew) that you can get. We also talk about the new holiday stuff on Pokémon.com, as well as, come up with our own 12 days of Christmas using Pokémon ourselves. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:30 - News 00:04:30 - Pokémon GO News 00:22:30 - Holiday Update 00:25:00 - New Line Stickers 00:29:15 - Break Music 00:30:15 - Question of the Week 00:53:45 - Pokémon of the Week 01:06:30 - Post Credits XMAS GOLD - Nic

Dec 24, 2018 • 1:07:41

337 Shiny Delibird in Pokémon GO

Robot Pikachu toys are coming to Japan, which are based off the Super Nerd from HeartGold & Soulsilver. A new Mewtwo movie is also coming to Japan next summer. We talk about the holiday event in Pokémon GO and what are thoughts are on the new GO Battle system. We also talk about what Pokémon we'd like to see in Detective Pikachu! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:10 - News 00:04:10 - Pokémon GO News 00:21:00 - Misty & Brock Return to the Anime 00:26:45 - Power of Us: Movie News 00:29:20 - Br

Dec 17, 2018 • 1:04:16

336 Keep That Catch Combo Going

How do you actually get a Shiny Pokémon in Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee? Pokémon GO is finally adding PvP and we talk about what you can expect. Also in news, TPCi seems to be hiring for a new mobile game for next year? We also talk about some new 3DS themes and how we feel about Pokémon adding new types of Poké Balls! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:40 - News 00:03:50 - New 3DS Themes 00:09:00 - Pokémon GO PVP 00:18:15 - Catch Combo Information 00:33:50 - Break Music 00:34:50 - More Catch

Dec 10, 2018 • 1:23:26

335 Pokémon GO Battles / The Power of Us

We watched the Power of Us, the latest Pokémon movie and we have thoughts. Trainer battles are coming to Pokémon GO, Tag Team GX cards are coming to the Pokémon TCG. Super Smash Brothers is getting some Let's Go Pikachu & Let's Go Eevee content this Friday. Since Hello Kanto is over, we are back to our normal format for a show. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:50 - News 00:03:50 - Super Smash Brothers 00:08:40 - Pokémon GO News 00:15:45 - Pokémon GO Trainer Battles 00:30:20 - Break Music 00:31:

Dec 3, 2018 • 1:31:15

011 Hello Kanto: Victory Road, Elite 4

Episode 011 and the final episode of our Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee coverage. Greg and SBJ journey through Victory Road to challenge the Elite 4. We compare the E4 from Yellow to these games in Pokémon choices, moves, levels, and overall feel. We talk about our rival and the ending of the game and how we feel about this entire game overall. www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective LINKS🌐 www.pk

Nov 26, 2018 • 45:47

010 Hello Kanto: Viridian City, Giovanni

Episode 010 of our Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee coverage. Greg and SBJ tackle the Seafoam Islands and the battle with Giovanni. We also hear an old joke from Professor Oak, which was nice? Blue also presents us with a familiar item from past Pokémon games that we pick up before the final Gym Leader fight. Also, why was Slowpoke so late to catch in this game? www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective LIN

Nov 25, 2018 • 27:01

009 Hello Kanto: Cinnabar Island, Blaine

Episode 009 of our Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee coverage. The hotheaded Blaine awaits for SBJ and Greg to arrive to Cinnabar Island. We talk about how the anime episode of Blaine was a huge influence on this island and their gym leader. We also talk about the Pokémon Mansion, Mew, and Mewtwo diaries in there. www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pk

Nov 24, 2018 • 31:26

008 Hello Kanto: Saffron City, Sabrina

Episode 008 of our Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee coverage. SBJ and Greg head back to Saffron to challenge Sabrina for our 6th Gym Badge. We also take a detour to the Power Plant to meet our first Legendary Pokémon and to find a bunch of new Pokémon for our collections. www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝

Nov 23, 2018 • 23:59

007 Hello Kanto: Fuchsia City, Koga

Episode 007 of our Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee coverage. The cycling road is no longer for bikes. SBJ and Greg talk about GO Park in Fuchsia City. We battle Koga, we talk about the ups and downs of connecting to Pokémon GO, we talk about the amount of battles and being either under leveled or over leveled in this game so far. www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective GIVEAWAY: https://playr.gg/PKMNcast

Nov 22, 2018 • 34:55

006 Hello Kanto: Saffron City, Team Rocket

Episode 006 of our Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee coverage. After waking a Snorlax, Greg and SBJ have to venture to Saffron City to visit the Silph Company. 11 floors of battling "bad guys," we have to save the city, defeat Team Rocket, and get our free Lapras. We also talk about the Fighting Dojo. www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective GIVEAWAY: https://playr.gg/PKMNcast/pikavee The Power of

Nov 21, 2018 • 30:37

005 Hello Kanto: Lavender Town, Mr. Fuji

Episode 005 of our Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee coverage. Starting off in the Game Corner, SBJ and Greg talk about the fight with Archer and Giovanni and discuss the changes made in this part of the game. After saving Cubone, we head back to Lavender Town to find Cubone's mom and rescue Mr. Fuji from Team Rocket. www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective GIVEAWAY: https://playr.gg/PKMNcast/pikavee LINKS

Nov 20, 2018 • 26:32

004 Hello Kanto: Celadon City, Erika

Episode 004 of our Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee coverage. Greg and SBJ arrive in Celadon City to shop, visit the arcade, explore the clean city, and battle Erika. We run into Team Rocket here after trudging through the Rock Tunnel and stopping in Lavender Town before our big Gym battle with Erika. Also, we share our thoughts on how characters and skin color is used in this world. www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com

Nov 19, 2018 • 37:22

003 Hello Kanto: Vermilion City, Lt. Surge

Episode 003 of our Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee coverage. Lots has happened since our last episode! SBJ and Greg head to Vermilion City to meet DUX, Lt. Surge, the Pokémon Fan Club folks, Mr. Mime, the Captain of the SS Anne, and an old Alolan guest. We talk about getting our first "HM," called a secret technique. Also, we talk about Masuda's in touch with the fans and making small things very appealing. www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast reddit.com/r/supereffective twi

Nov 18, 2018 • 37:10

002 Hello Kanto: Cerulean City, Misty

Episode 002 of our Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee coverage. In this episode, SBJ and Greg run down the balance between catching and battling. After we spent hours in Mt. Moon, we challenged the Nugget Bridge, met Bill, adored the bike store, and battled Misty. There is nothing but charm and delight in these games, but they are not without issues, we discuss the Poké Ball Plus, the pacing, and finding rare Pokémon. www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast reddit.com/r/supereffective twitt

Nov 17, 2018 • 31:59

001 Hello Kanto: Pewter City, Brock

Episode 001 of our Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee coverage. In this episode, SBJ and Greg talk about our intial thoughts and feelings about the game up to the fight Brock, the first Gym Leader. We talk about the motion control using the Joy-cons or the Pokeball Plus. We also talk about the look and feel of the game. A lot has changed since we last visited Kanto, so we have plenty to say! www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patre

Nov 16, 2018 • 33:40

334 Countdown to Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee

Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee are a couple days away! Old hat Pikachu return to Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. The "dead game" that is Pokémon GO brought in 67% more money that this time last year. Shiny Tapu Lele is going to be obtainable for the first time if you sign up for the November Global Link Tournament this month. Tamagotchi is making a come back with rumors of a Pokémon one on the way. Finally, we tackle two questions of the week this week! No spoilers/leaks about Pikave

Nov 12, 2018 • 1:18:42

333 Masuda's Last Pokémon Game

A huge interview off Pokémon.com with GAME FREAK’s Junichi Masuda (Director) and Kensaku Nabana. Masuda talks about how this may be the last Pokémon game that he directs. We also hear about the inspiration of why Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee is being made. On top of that, some Pokémon GO news, and the new TCG set, Lost Thunder, is out now! GameStop also has Ho-Oh and Lugia download codes now! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:55 - News 00:06:00 - Ho-Oh and Lugia 00:10:40 - Pokémon TCG: Lost T

Nov 5, 2018 • 1:34:36

332 Meltan Evolves Into Melmetal

The spooky Pokémon GO Event is here! Catch yourself a Shiny Drifloon or just try to get yourself a haunted Spiritomb before November! We get more information about Meltan, including that it's the first known Mythical Pokémon to evolve! Our question of the week let's us think about our favorite episodes of the anime, and our Pokemon of the week will for sure fit in your nightmares. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:00 - News 00:05:10 - Pokemon GO Halloween Event 00:11:50 - Melmetal 00:26:05 - Break M

Oct 29, 2018 • 50:16

331 Become a Master Trainer

We break down a huge interview with Masuda that was from Eurogamer. We talk about this past Pokémon GO Community Day, Gen 4 coming to Pokémon GO, and the new GO regionals too. Master Trainers seem to be the only post game offered for Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee, so we offer our thoughts on that and the thoughts on Masuda not wanting eggs in this game. A tiny bit of Pokémon TCG news this episode too! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Pokémon GO Community Day 00:13:40 - News 00:13:45 - Th

Oct 22, 2018 • 1:37:23

330 Sinnoh is Coming (and Meltan too)

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp crosses path with Pokémon! Gen 4 has been added to Pokémon GO, but we await it's arrival "soon." We learn even more about Meltan this week and get two trailers to show off how it acts, how to possibly get it, and if it actually evolves. Singapore is getting a Pokémon Center store, Pokémon GO is getting CP changes, and our Pokémon of the Week has a boatload of trivia! Also, get ready to get a Shiny Mimikyu from doing the Ultra Spooky Cup!! 00:00:20 - Introdu

Oct 15, 2018 • 1:42:21

329 Let's Go Merchandise

New HORI merchandise is coming for Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee. A Psychic event is now taking place in Pokémon GO with a new hat Pikachu that visited this past weekend. Zeraora is coming to GameStop, and new Legendary Pokémon will be available at Target this month. With NES and SNES Classics selling off shelves, will we see something regarding a Gameboy Classic? 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:15 - News 00:07:45 - Downloadable Pokémon 00:12:55 - HORI merch 00:14:45 - Pokémon GO News 00:26

Oct 8, 2018 • 1:16:11

328 Meltan's Pokémon GO Debut

Meltan is our new Pokémon with a name! Lots of Pokémon GO news regarding a ban to a very notable player of the game. We cover future community news and events coming this October. We also go more in-depth about Metlan and the connection to PikaVee and Pokémon GO. The PikaVee Tour has also started, and we give you information on that. Finally, we introduce Question of the Week! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:05 - News 00:04:15 - Pokémon October Community Day 00:07:25 - New Shiny Pokémon in GO 00:1

Oct 1, 2018 • 1:11:23

327 The NEW Pokémon Appeared in Pokémon GO?

A new Pokémon has appeared in Pokémon GO! This would be the 808th Pokémon that we know about? Mass confusion has hit the Pokémon world as we try to piece together who or what this "new" Pokémon is and how it fits into this past weekend's Community Day. Held items and Abilities have been removed from Let's Go Pikachu & Let's Go Eevee! Some games press had hands-on impressions of PikaVee and we talk about that. The newest TCG set confirms that Zeraora is leaving Japan and coming to o

Sep 24, 2018 • 1:48:10

326 Ash Gets An Eevee

Mewtwo is no longer an EX Raid Pokémon in Pokémon GO! Ash gets an Eevee in the anime, making it possible that the new Pokémon in Let's Go is not an Eevee evolution. Korea gets a bunch of events, a special edition PikaVee Nintendo Switch has been announced at GameStop and Best Buy, and there was more footage shown of Let's Go from the Nintendo Direct this past week. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:45 - News 00:05:25 - Ash's Eevee 00:16:45 - PikaVee Switch Bundle 00:22:15 - Let's Go Footage, Nintend

Sep 17, 2018 • 1:33:25

325 Nintendo Switch Cloud Saves

No more HMs in Let's Go Pikachu or Let's Go Eevee! The Sun & Moon anime get a new hair style. Greg, Will, and SBJ talk about Shiny Poipole coming to GameStop, two new Pokémon TCG sets coming, and some Pokémon Duel news. We also talk about Build-a-Bear getting it's 9th Pokémon plush and how Nintendo Cloud Saves will not be supporting the PikaVee games. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:45 - News 00:04:20 - Build-a-Bear Vulpix 00:08:25 - Shiny Poipole GameStop 00:16:25 - New Pokémon TCG Sets 00:26

Sep 10, 2018 • 1:29:00

324 Found a Shiny in Let's Go Pikachu

Recap of Pokémon Worlds 2018. We talk about Latios and Latias at Best Buy, new TAG TEAM cards in the Pokémon Trading Card game. Thoughts about how Pokémon Worlds was handled and the Pokémon Center that was there. Finally, our usual update on what's going on in Pokémon GO, and as always, our Pokémon of the Week too! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:55 - Best Buy Pokémon 00:08:25 - Pokémon GO News 00:13:25 - 2019 VGC Changes 00:32:05 - Break Music 00:32:45 - Detective Pikachu Movie 00:49:35 - TAG TEA

Sep 3, 2018 • 1:46:54

323 Popplio Shirts [Featuring Jeff Gerstmann from Giant Bomb]

Featuring Jeff Gerstmann from Giant Bomb (interview starts at 24 mins into the episode). Jeff talks about the time that Pokémon arrived in the United States. Jeff also gives thoughts on how Pokémon spin-off games appeal to non-hardcore fans, his favorite Pokémon, and how sometimes games don't change. We also spend time talking about the machine that is Giant Bomb and creating and dealing with content. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:06:55 - Pokémon GO Rooted Devices 00:10:35 - New Megas in Let's Go 0

Aug 27, 2018 • 1:33:48

322 Celebi in Pokémon GO, Meloetta at Worlds

Lots of Pokémon GO news regarding Celebi, kids accounts, Community Day(s) and more! Will, Greg, and SBJ also talk about the passing of Professor Oak's voice actor, Meloetta being at Worlds, and people being disappointed with Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee (in regards to battle animations). 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:13:40 - Pokémon GO News 00:26:15 - Community Days 00:37:20 - Break Music 00:38:15 - Pokémon Worlds 2018 00:54:15 - New Pokémon Toys 01:01:05 - Professor Oak 01:05:35 - Let's Go

Aug 20, 2018 • 1:29:05

321 The Lightning Lieutenant

Pokémon has renamed Lt. Surge's title in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee. New DVDs coming to the States this November. Can one man handle the power of 11 phones for Pokémon GO? Finally, we get around to some e-mails this week too! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:09:00 - Battle Frontier DVDs 00:15:35 - 11 Pokémon GO Devices 00:18:55 - Lt. Surge in Pikavee 00:42:50 - Break Music 00:44:30 - E-mails 01:16:15 - Pokémon of the Week 01:23:00 - Post Credits www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast reddit.com/r/super

Aug 13, 2018 • 1:23:57

320 Let's Go: Venusaur is a Frog

The internet is on fire after seeing how Venusaur moves in Let's Go: Pikachu and Let's Go: Eevee. Pokémon GO adds two new Shiny Pokémon and a trading event for August. The Power of Us has an english theatrical release for this holiday. Your Legendary Pokémon of the month are Kyogre and Groudon at GameStop! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:50 - Kyogre & Groudon Codes 00:09:50 - Pokémon GO News 00:22:40 - The Power of Us Movie 00:31:00 - Wonder Trading Bug 00:42:50 - Let's Go: Pikavee (Shiny News

Aug 6, 2018 • 1:14:21

319 Pokémon Movies and Manga

Pokémon Manga has moved to digital. The Detective Pikachu movie is still slated for next year, but some changes are made to it. Lucky Pokémon are here in Pokémon GO and what this might mean for future Pokémon games. Greg and Micah join SBJ this week to talk about all of this! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:00 - Pokémon Manga on Kindle 00:19:00 - Detective Pikachu Movie 00:54:40 - Lucky Pokémon 01:30:45 - Post Credits www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/poke

Jul 30, 2018 • 1:31:14

318 Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee (July Update)

New hair, gender options, customizations, and more are all coming to Pokémon: Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee this Fall. SBJ, Greg, and Will talk about banning in Pokémon GO. We talk about Zapdos day and some minor things coming to GO. We also share our thoughts on pushback to change in these upcoming games. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:06:55 - Alolan Pokémon in Raids 00:16:45 - Zapdos Community Day 00:33:20 -Break Music 00:34:10 - Pokémon GO Bans 00:40:15 - Eevee Vs Pikachu 00:43:20 - Let's G

Jul 23, 2018 • 1:24:01

317 Pokémon GO Fest 2018 Recap

Full recap of the 2018 Pokémon GO Fest (Saturday) in Lincoln Park, Chicago. SBJ, Will, and Micah talk about their full thoughts and feeling about the second ever Pokémon GO Fest and how the day and the event went. Disclosure: Niantic did provide us with three media passes again, just like last year! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:31:30 -Break Music #1 01:01:20 -Break Music #2 01:47:25 - Post Credits www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.co

Jul 16, 2018 • 1:48:04

316 Pokémon GO 2 Year Anniversary (Squirtle & Articuno)

Two community days this past weekend, plus reports on Pokémon GO sales numbers. New events to celebrate that Pokémon GO is turning 2 years old. Plus, we cover some news regarding a banned Pokémon anime episode! Will gives us Pokémon of the Week and SBJ dropped his phone on cement. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:15 - Pokémon Anime Banned 00:11:40 - Pokémon GO Sales 00:23:00 - Pokémon Duel Update 00:25:50 -Break Music 00:27:10 - Pokémon GO Summer Update 00:57:30 -Break Music 00:58:15 - Pokémon GO C

Jul 9, 2018 • 1:31:25

315 Shiny Roselia

Pokémon of the week returns! We recap the first major event of the summer for Pokémon GO! We also cover some news regarding Duel, USUM downloads, and e-mails! Thundurus and Tornadus coming to Target Stores! Shiny Roselia now in Pokémon GO! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:30 - Pokémon GO Coverage 00:32:30 -Break Music 00:33:10 - North America Championships 00:36:00 - Pokémon Duel Update 00:38:10 - Thundurus and Tornadus 00:42:45 - E-mails 01:00:40 - Pokémon of the Week 01:09:00 - House Cleaning 01:

Jul 2, 2018 • 1:15:57

314 Pokémon GO Friends and Trading

Regice, friends, and trading all added to Pokémon GO. Pokémon beats out Star Wars in over all sales of merch and product. Man fights other man because of Pokémon GO dispute. No real news on the Let's Go front now that E3 is over. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:06:30 - Pokémon overtakes Star Wars 00:12:00 - Switch Failure 00:15:00 - Pokémon GO Arrest 00:26:00 -Break Music 00:27:00 - New Pokémon in 2019 00:28:10 - Pokémon GO Friends/Trading 01:06:30 - House Cleaning 01:11:20 - Post Credits www.pkmncas

Jun 25, 2018 • 1:12:29

313 Recap of Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee from E3

E3 is over and we have coverage on Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee. Will talks about his Pokémon GO Community Day and we talk about shiny odds in that game. Will and SBJ talk about new things we learned from the Nintendo Treehouse demo of the new Let's Go games. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:50 - Pokémon GO Community Day 00:22:30 - Shiny Rate in GO 00:27:40 -Break Music 00:29:40 - Let's Go Pikachu/Eevee E3 Recap 01:17:30 - House Cleaning 01:20:20 - Post Credits www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkm

Jun 18, 2018 • 1:22:15

312 Space World Gold Demo

Let's Go Pikachu and Eevee clarification talked about some more. There is a new water event in Pokémon GO. Raschelle, Will, and SBJ talk about the 1997 Demo of Pokémon Gold at Space World. We also talk about the new TCG set coming! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:35 - News 00:04:40 - Celestial Storm 00:10:50 - Pokémon GO Updates 00:15:45 - Space World Demo 00:28:50 - Break Music 00:29:40 - Let's Go Pikachu 00:47:30 - House Cleaning 00:50:20 - Post Credits www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast reddit

Jun 11, 2018 • 51:33

311 Let’s Go Pikachu & Eevee

Let's Go Pikachu and Eevee have been announced for November 16, 2018. Pokémon Quest is out now and it's delightful. SBJ, Miss D, and Will talk about our thoughts on the TPCi press conference that happened last Tuesday night via Twitter. Promotion! Nations Clothing: www.wearenations.com, use promo code 'pkmncast' to save 50% off your orders! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:50 - Pokémon Quest 00:32:30 - Break Music 00:33:10 - Let's Go Pikachu 01:01:40 - Break Music 01:04:25 - Let's Go Eevee 01:28:30

Jun 4, 2018 • 1:30:09

310 Shiny Zygarde

Alolan forms coming to Pokémon GO and Adventure Week has started. Shiny Zygarde promotion starting at GameStop on June 1st and more stuff about Pokémon on Switch is talked about. Promotion! Nations Clothing: www.wearenations.com, use promo code 'pkmncast' to save 50% off your orders! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:45 - News 00:04:45 - Pokémon on Switch 00:14:15 - Shiny Zygarde 00:19:20 - Pokémon GO 00:29:30 - Pokémon of the Week 00:40:30 - Post Credits www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast reddit.c

May 28, 2018 • 41:44

309 Switch Rumors: Pokémon Let's Go

We address the Nintendo Switch rumors of Pokémon: Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee that stormed the internet last week. Al and SBJ recap their Charmander Community Day. We also talk a little about the upcoming Madison regionals. Promotion! Nations Clothing: www.wearenations.com, use promo code 'pkmncast' to save 50% off your orders! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:55 - News 00:03:00 - North American International Championships 00:09:15 - Pokémon GO Community Day 00:23:00 - Shiny Ho-Oh Raids 00:

May 21, 2018 • 1:29:15

308 Forbidden Light

Recap of the Pokémon GO Fest ticket mess. Will and SBJ talk about getting into the Pokémon TCG and we talk about some Black 2 thoughts as well. Team Skull merch has also been added to Pokémon Center as well!! Save 50% Off Soylent: http://r.soy.lt/iNiWl 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:55 - News 00:04:00 - Pokémon Switch Rumors 00:20:10 - Team Skull Clothing 00:24:30 - XY Downloads 00:25:30 - Break Music 00:27:30 - Pokémon GO Fest 00:55:00 - Break Music 00:58:30 - E-mails 01:18:40 - Pokémon of the W

May 14, 2018 • 1:27:47

307 Pikachu, Raichu, Gorochu

We talk about Pikachu's lost evolution, Gorochu. SBJ and Micah talk Pokémon GO and helping SBJ's mom actually get to play again. We cover news regarding new downloadable Pokemon, VCG Battle stuff, and Pokémon Duel! Charity: https://tiltify.com/@pkmncast/its-super-effective/donate 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:40 - News 00:03:40 - Pokémon Duel 00:08:50 - XY Legendary 00:14:30 - VCG Tournament 00:18:30 - Pokémon GO News 00:29:30 - Break Music 00:31:30 - Pokémon GO with Mom 01:01:40 - Break Music 0

May 7, 2018 • 1:37:52

306 Pokéstar Studios is Bad

Pokémon GO information released on a plane, XY Legendary Pokémon coming next month, South Korea getting more Pokémon, and a ton of e-mails that we cover! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:12:00 - News 00:12:05 - XY Legendary 00:15:10 - Pokémon GO News 00:19:30 - South Korea 00:21:00 - Nintendo President Change 00:22:00 - 1000th Anime Episode 00:24:00 - More Pokémon GO News 00:35:10 - Break Music 00:37:20 - E-mails 01:19:20 - Pokémon of the Week (Cubchoo) 01:25:30 - Micah's Tips 01:31:30 - House Cleanin

Apr 30, 2018 • 1:34:47

305 Get Raikou or Entei

Raikou and Entei are at Target. Pokémon GO gets a new Community Day. More DVDs are coming to other countries. Al, Will, and SBJ tackle e-mails, Pokémon of the Week, and what to do in the shower! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:12:00 - News 00:12:05 - Pokémon GO Community Day (May) 00:13:40 - Pokémon Sun & Moon DVDs 00:18:30 - South Korea Pikachu 00:25:05 - Get Raikou or Entei 00:36:00 - Break Music 00:36:40 - E-mails 00:56:00 - Pokémon of the Week 01:02:35 - House Cleaning 01:05:10 - Post Credits

Apr 23, 2018 • 1:07:03

304 Electric Hour: Zeraora & Shiny Mareep

Micah and Kay join SBJ as we talk about Pokémon GO Community day and Zeraora being announced for Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon. We talk about our time at PAX East, Midwest Gaming Classic, and catching Shiny Mareep. We also talk about the anime a lot for some reason! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:20 - News 00:05:30 - Darkrai South Korea 00:06:40 - Pokémon Advance Battle 00:15:30 - Kalos Classic 00:17:15 - Kanto in Pokémon GO 00:18:00 - UK Movie Pack 00:21:00 - Zeraora: 21 Movie 00:29:00 - Break Music 00:2

Apr 16, 2018 • 1:16:16

Let's Fight Over the Best Pokémon, Live from PAX East 2018

[Live Show] Presented at PAX East, the audience helps create a list of the best Pokémon and why. Presented by Micah, Will, and SBJ, Data_Dave, and PurpleCliff. we debate the reasons of why Pokémon should be ranked vs other Pokémon. Due to this show being recorded live, the audio does not represent the full production of how ISE is normally recorded. Also note, this show did have audio issues and this was what was saved. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.insta

Apr 9, 2018 • 58:22

303 Field Research & Detective Work

Mew is added to Pokémon GO! We talk in-depth about the first three chapters of Detective Pikachu! Pokémon Shuffle is ending and research missions have been added to GO. Hear our thoughts about Detective Pikachu as we talk about the pros and cons of the latest Pokémon game. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:06:30 - News 00:06:40 - Pokémon Shuffle Ending 00:10:50 - Valve 00:15:15 - Pokémon Championships 00:16:30 - Pokémon GO April Fool's 00:19:30 - Mew Added to GO 00:35:50 - Break Music #1 00:39:00 - Det

Apr 2, 2018 • 1:39:56

302 Detective Bulbasaur

Spoiler-free, Detective Pikachu talk. Will and SBJ talk about the Bulbasaur from Community Day. We talk about the Pokken update, the Egg event in Pokémon GO, and the release of Detective Pikachu! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:30 - News 00:04:35 - Detective Pikachu Stickers 00:07:25 - Pokken Update 00:14:25 - Pokémon GO Stuff 00:23:40 - Break Music 00:24:30 - Detective Pikachu Thoughts 00:46:40 - Pokémon of the Week: Aipom 00:52:00 - House Cleaning 00:58:00 - Post Credits www.pkmncast.com twitch.

Mar 26, 2018 • 59:35

301 Bouffalant Bouffalant Bouffalant Bouffalant Bouffalant Bouffalant Bouffalant Bouffalant

Get your Hidden Ability Pokémon in Pokémon Bank! New stuff in Pokémon GO. We talk about playing older games and looking forward to a couple new things in future games. SBJ and Will talk about Detective Pikachu too. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:01:30 - Hidden Abilities 00:07:10 - Pokemon GO, Shiny Lugia 00:24:25 - TCG Pikachu Cards 00:27:40 - Break Music 00:28:05 - E-mails 00:49:30 - Pokémon of the Week: Bouffalant 00:55:40 - House Cleaning 00:58:20 - Post Credits www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncas

Mar 19, 2018 • 59:26

300 We Made It

Three Hundred episodes later and we are here! To celebrate, we brought back some old segments, debate over the next Pokémon game, and tackle your e-mails. Thank you all for listening! 00:02:25 - Opener 00:06:05 - E-mails 00:18:25 - Extreme Speed 00:27:50 - Break Music 00:29:35 - E-mails 00:49:00 - Healthy Living 01:02:20 - Break Music 01:03:10 - E-mails 01:10:00 - Item of the Week 01:28:20 - Break Music 01:29:00 - E-mails 01:54:10 - Break Music 01:54:50 - Pokémon of the Week: Popplio 02:06:20 -

Mar 12, 2018 • 2:16:44

299.96 Pokémon Day Recap & 21st Movie

Pokémon Day came and went. We talk about what happened during Pokémon Day with a focus on the trailer for the 21st Pokémon Movie coming in Japan this July. SBJ and Micah share their thoughts on Shiny Hunting in Pokémon GO too. Please send in your e-mails for episode 300! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:10 - News 00:04:10 - March VCG Tournament 00:06:25 - Pokémon Day Recap 00:16:00 - 21st Movie Thoughts 00:27:00 - Misprint TCG Packs 00:31:25 - Break Music 00:32:20 - Pokémon GO Shiny Hunting 00:56:4

Mar 5, 2018 • 1:09:31

299.82 Pokémon GO Community Day & Shiny Dratini

We count how many Shiny Dratini we caught on the last Pokémon GO Community day. SBJ, Al, and Will talk about Detective Pikachu and the upcoming Pokemon Day on Feb 27th. We also give you some fun facts about Dratini! Please send in your e-mails for episode 300! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:45 - News 00:04:45 - Detective Pikachu 00:22:45 - Legendary Pokémon 00:26:10 - Returning GO Raids 00:36:15 - Break Music 00:37:10 - Pokémon Day 01:00:00 - Pokémon GO Community Day 01:11:15 - Pokémon of the Wee

Feb 26, 2018 • 1:21:07

299.50 Genesect & the Legend Awakened

Year of the Dog in Pokémon GO. Shiny Poipole coming to Japan. SBJ and Irene talk about Genesect and the Legend Awakened as we prep for Episode 300 of It's Super Effective. We also answer your e-mails about plushes, breakfast, and favorite Eevee. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:05 - News 00:07:30 - Year of the Dog, Pokémon GO 00:19:40 - Pokémon GO Community Day 00:25:10 - Break Music 00:26:10 - Genesect Movie Talk 01:03:30 - E-mails 01:14:00 - House Cleaning 01:16:00 - Post Credits www.pkmncast.com

Feb 19, 2018 • 1:17:27

299.00 Rayquaza Arrives in Pokémon GO

Lots of Pokémon GO news and updates. Al, Raschelle, Will, and SBJ cover news about USUM update and the news regarding Pokemon GO. We also tackle topics via e-mails including custard and making podcasts. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:06:55 - News 00:15:00 - EX Raid Passes 00:25:00 - Rayquaza in Pokémon GO 00:38:40 - Europe GO 00:41:30 - Pokémon Center Plushes 00:46:30 - Break Music 00:48:00 - E-mails 01:32:30 - Pokémon of the Week (Koffing) 01:41:00 - Post Credits www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast

Feb 12, 2018 • 1:43:03

298 Pokémon Crystal & Ultra Prism

How to Shiny Hunt in Pokémon Crystal. Logan returns to ISE to join SBJ and Will on this heavy Pokémon Crystal based episode. We talk about e-mails, news regarding Pokémon GO, possible rumors for games on the Switch, and more. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:06:25 - Pokémon Crystal 00:43:20 - Break Music 00:44:10 - News 00:52:30 - Pokémon GO News 01:01:05 - E-mails 01:36:45 - House Cleaning 01:40:00 - Post Credits www.pkmncast.com twitch.tv/pkmncast reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodca

Feb 5, 2018 • 1:41:42

297 Pokémon Crystal & E-mails

Pokémon Crystal is now in the Nintendo eShop. Some new Pokémon have come to Pokémon GO. We cover e-mails about feedback on Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, favorite soundtracks, and why Will loves Generation 5 so much. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:25 - News 00:02:35 - Japan Championships 00:06:50 - Pokémon Duel 00:09:00 - 3DS Themes 00:10:20 - Amazon Pokémon Channel 00:14:20 - Pokémon Crystal 00:27:30 - Pokémon GO 00:31:20 - Break Music 00:32:05 - E-mails 01:01:20 - Pokémon of the Week (Celebi) 01:07:

Jan 29, 2018 • 1:11:50

296 Year of Legendary & Detective Pikachu

USUM Spoiler Free! We talk about Detective Pikachu coming to the US. There is new information about Pokken Championships, along with, the new details to the Pokken DX expansion. TCPi announced that 2018 is the "Year of Legendary Pokémon" and we share our thoughts on that too. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:07:25 - News 00:07:30 - Pokémon GO Community Day 00:16:05 - Pokémon GO - Kyogre 00:27:40 - Pokken Tournament Info 00:38:20 - Pokken DX DLC 00:46:20 - Break Music 00:47:30 - Detective Pik

Jan 22, 2018 • 1:25:37

Let's Fight Over the Best Pokémon, Live from PAX South 2018

[Live Show] Presented at PAX South, the audience helps create a list of the best Pokémon and why. Presented by Micah, Will, and SBJ, we debate the reasons of why Pokémon should be ranked vs other Pokémon. Due to this show being recorded live, the audio does not represent the full production of how ISE is normally recorded. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www

Jan 15, 2018 • 56:13

295 Some Thoughts on Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon

Spoiler Warning! Will, Al, Raschelle, and SBJ talk about their thoughts (up to the credits) about Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon. There was some audio issues on SBJ's end, so sorry about that. We talk about the Elite 4, the changes to the story, wormholes and more. We also cover the news about the Gen 8 rumors. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:35 - News 00:04:45 - Pokémon GO Switch 00:08:45 - Gen 8 Rumors 00:35:30 - Break Music 00:36:30 - Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon Thoughts 01:47:00 - Pokémon of the Week (Sevi

Jan 8, 2018 • 1:59:43

294 Happy New Year & Mythical

Happy New Year! Pokemon GO (Groudon), Super Music Collection, Disney XD Movie Marathon, and Generation 8 rumors are talked about this episode! Also get a taste of Episode 01 of Season 5 of Mythical! 00:06:20 - Introduction 00:01:50 - Pokémon News 00:10:50 - State of the Podcast 00:19:00 - Break Music 00:19:45 - Mythical: Season 05, Episode 01 Vote here: https://twitter.com/pokemonpodcast/status/946133877474627585 Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime

Jan 1, 2018 • 48:46

293 Pokémon Holiday Events & Pokémon Crystal

Holiday Show! SBJ, Will, Al, and Raschelle talk about their thoughts on Pokémon GO, the Pikachu 2DS XL, Crystal Version, and some new Pokémon who debuted in Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon. We also go over your e-mails regarding Hot Dogs and Ice Type Pokémon. 00:06:20 - Introduction 00:08:50 - Pokémon GO News 00:17:00 - Pikachu 2DS XL 00:21:30 - Pokémon Crystal 3DS 00:30:30 - Ultra Necrozma 00:39:05 - E-mails 00:58:00 - Pokémon of the Week (Delibird) 01:05:00 - House Cleaning 01:08:20 - Post Credits Stream

Dec 25, 2017 • 1:09:24

292 Pokémon Baby Names & TCG/VGC Updates (No USUM Spoilers)

USUM Spoiler Free! A full episode of ISE bringing you news about the DVD version of "I Choose You," Pokémon baby names, Groudon in Pokémon GO, VGC rule changes, a new expansion coming to the TCG and more. We tackle your e-mails and the "naked" Pokémon of the Week! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:06:35 - I Choose You DVD/Blu-Ray 00:10:00 - Pokémon GO News 00:15:50 - VGC Rules Update 00:23:30 - TCG Update for February 00:30:30 - Pokémon Stars for Switch 00:41:50 - Break Music 00:45:

Dec 18, 2017 • 1:33:14

291 Pokémon GO Update & Detective Pikachu Movie (No USUM Spoilers)

USUM Spoiler Free! Quick episode since everyone is still recovering from 19 episodes of USUM. SBJ and Will get together to talk about some news over the past couple of weeks. This includes Pokémon GO and talking about who was cast for the movies, as well as some other little Pokémon-related things. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:00 - News 0:51:00 - Post Credits How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.

Dec 11, 2017 • 53:30

19 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Finale)

Time to wrap off this series with Micah, Irene, and SBJ's thoughts on the Elite 4 and the end-game credits. We talk about if the game was truly worth the purchase and the revisit to Alola. If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective LINKS🌐

Dec 6, 2017 • 46:26

18 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Trial 8)

Mini has an 8th Trial for us this game. We take a trip around Alola wrapping up stories with old friends and collecting petals. We talk Trial Captains, Guzma, and other characters. If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective LINKS🌐 ww

Dec 5, 2017 • 31:24

17 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Necrozma)

After completing the Dragon Trial, we head up to the Alter to open the portal to save Lusamine and Guzma. Necrozma shows up, as well as the Ultra Recon Squad, and we venture into Ultra Space to save things. We talk about multiple "big" battles this episode. If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/

Dec 4, 2017 • 40:45

16 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Trial 7)

Arriving on Poni Island, we are greeted with some new changes in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. We grab a flute, we meet some family of Hapu, we go through a cave, and we complete another Trial (which remains unchanged). SBJ, Micah, and Irene also complain about NPC use. If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r

Dec 3, 2017 • 30:42

15 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Aether Foundation, Part 2)

Some new things happen this time around at the Aether Foundation. Join Irene, Micah, and SBJ as they talk about Lusamine, Faba, and the Ultra Recon Squad and the changes in Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon. If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffecti

Dec 2, 2017 • 33:55

14 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Po Town)

It's Po Town time! We arrive at Po Town to talk about the lack of changes in Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon. We have a couple battles, Lillie gets kidnapped, we fight Nanu. It's the same as last year. If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective L

Dec 1, 2017 • 23:09

13 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Trial 6)

Micah is back! We talk about the Mimikyu Trial and the events that happen after said trial that leads us to some Zygarde speculation. This episode ends before Po Town. If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.co

Nov 30, 2017 • 23:57

12 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Guzma)

Big G. Your Boi. Guzma. Irene and SBJ talk about meeting the boss of Team Skull. We return a mask to Kakui, we meet Hapu again, we head off to Acerola's trial this episode and get some more Gladion and Lillie content too to talk about. If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokem

Nov 29, 2017 • 25:45

11 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Trial 5)

Irene and SBJ are back to talk about Sophocles Trial and how different it is from original Sun/Moon. We go over the changes, and we also talk about our thoughts on the Rotom Dex and Roto Loto. If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective LIN

Nov 28, 2017 • 28:06

10 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Aether Foundation, Part 1)

Arrived at the Aether Foundation with a couple new surprises in Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon. After we go in-depth about Ultra Beasts, we talk about arriving to Ula'Ula Island! If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective

Nov 27, 2017 • 29:39

09 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Grand Trial of Akala Island)

The Grand Trial of Akala Island to Aether Foundation(no story spoilers after that). SBJ, Micah, and Irene talk about battling Oliva! We also meet a famous friend right outside the Hano hotel too! If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective

Nov 26, 2017 • 25:36

08 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Ditto Five)

Pitstop at Game Freak and the Dimensional Research Lab. SBJ, Irene, and Micah also make our way through the Diglett Cave and stumbleupon a new side quest to Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon called the "Ditto Five." If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/i

Nov 25, 2017 • 14:18

07 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Trial 4)

From the Mallow Trial (4) to Colress talk. We compare Mallow's old Trial to this new one. Something controversial was missing this time around. Also, Irene got her first Shiny! If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective LINKS🌐 www.pk

Nov 24, 2017 • 32:45

06 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Trial 3)

Talking about the Kiawe Trial (3) and Royal Avenue stuff. We share our thoughts on the difficulty of the game, talk about the Pokémon who wander around, and we meet our new favorite character! If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective LIN

Nov 23, 2017 • 29:48

05 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Trial 2)

Talking about the Lana Trial (2) and then we meet the Ultra Recon Squad again. Irene, SBJ, and Micah talk about their teams up to this point and how hard this Trial was for them. If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective LINKS🌐 www.

Nov 22, 2017 • 32:28

04 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Akala - Gladion)

We arrive on Akala Island and talk about the events up to Gladion (no spoilers after that). Micah talks about the GS Ball, SBJ talks about Ultra Beasts, Irene talks about her love of Hau. We give our overall impressions at this point into the game. If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/supereffective twit

Nov 21, 2017 • 28:06

03 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Grand Trial of Melemele Island)

The Grand Trial of Melemele Island to Akala Island(no story spoilers after that). SBJ, Micah, and Irene talk Mantine surf, the Alolan Photo Club, and side quests before we leave Melemele Island for bigger and better things. Also, what's up with the Ultra Recon Squad? If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/

Nov 20, 2017 • 34:30

02 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Trial 1)

Ilima Battle to Trial 1 (no story spoilers after that). SBJ, Micah, and Irene talk about the new Pokémon that appear in the grass, Team Skull, and shopping for clothes. All really enjoying the game so far minus a few hiccups here and there! If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/

Nov 19, 2017 • 37:16

01 Alola! From Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (Trainer School)

Beginning of the game to Trainer School (no story spoilers after that). SBJ, Micah, and Irene talk about their first impressions of Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon. We talk about differences, so far, between Sun/Moon and Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon. We talk about our thoughts on the Ultra Recon Squad as well! If you'd like to support the podcast, you can head over to ise.cash to do so! How to Twitch Prime: twitch.amazon.com/prime Twitch Subs: go.twitch.tv/subs/pkmncast Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkm

Nov 18, 2017 • 34:53

290 Mimikium Z! (NO USUM SPOILERS)

SPOILER FREE! SBJ, Will, and Al talk about Niantic making their next game and how it may affect Pokémon GO. Bulbasaur is coming to Build-a-Bear, and Mimikyu gets it's own Z-Crystal. This is the last normal episode before Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon!! We will return to regular schedule after our playthroughs of USUM! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:40 - News 00:04:15 - Global Events 00:11:00 - Build-a-Bear 00:13:45 - Harry Potter/Pokémon GO 00:29:00 - Mimikyu Z-Crystal 00:32:40 - I Choose You Coming t

Nov 13, 2017 • 1:45:40

SPOILERS - Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon Leak Talk

SPOILERS! SPOILERS! SPOILERS! SPOILERS! SPOILERS! SPOILERS! SPOILERS! SPOILERS! SPOILERS! SPOILERS! SPOILERS! SPOILERS! SBJ and Al talk about the leaks that happened for Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. This was originally going to be after Episode 290, but it's been moved here. Stream Schedule: www.speq.me/pkmncast/ pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkm

Nov 13, 2017 • 35:21

289 Rainbow Team Rocket, I Choose You: Movie Recap!

Full 'I Choose You' movie recap starting at 01:05:00 in the podcast! Micah, Irene, and SBJ talk about the new Pokémon GO news regarding Raids and we also go over the Rainbow Rocket news, as well as, the news about Legendary Pokémon hitting Alola! We do a quick history of Pokémon movies and then talk about our thoughts on the 20th Pokémon film. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:08:35 - News 00:08:40 - Pokémon GO News 00:19:00 - BIG NEWS for Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon 00:33:05 - Break Music 00:37:40 - Mo

Nov 6, 2017 • 2:07:34

288 No Entei Club!

Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon is just 18 days away. SBJ, Will, and Al talk about Pokémon GO EX Raids and how Pokémon GO has or will effect the main series games. Magikarp Jump is still a thing, as well as, e-mails about the GameBoy Advance, and our Pokémon of the Week! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:09:20 - News 00:11:25 - Niantic to Fix Pokémon GO EX Raid Passes 00:27:00 - Pokémon GO Halloween - Duskull 00:29:00 - Shiny Silvally 00:33:00 - BIG NEWS for Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon 00:48:00 - Magik

Oct 30, 2017 • 1:47:09

287 This Isn't The Alola You Thought You Knew!

New trailer for Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon debuted. Game Freak interviews about USUM being the last games on 3DS and how USUM will be twice as big as Sun & Moon. SBJ, Will, and Al go over Pokémon GO news and a White House event involving Pikachu. We answer e-mails in regards to Mythical and pizza. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:45 - News 00:06:00 - Pikachu at the White House 00:08:45 - Pokémon GO Halloween 00:18:00 - Pokémon GO Spoofers 00:26:00 - Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Interview 00

Oct 23, 2017 • 1:28:28

286 Pokémon GO Halloween Event and New Z-Moves!

New Z-Moves shown for the two new Necrozma forms! Vulpix coming to Build-a-Bear, Gen 3 is coming to Pokémon GO. There is a photo contest happening to Pokémon GO too! SBJ also finally catches all the Ultra Beasts in Pokémon Sun and tells a story about Moltres. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:25 - News 00:02:30 - Vulpix at Build-a-Bear 00:6:10 - 2017 VGC Formats 00:11:00 - Pokémon GO Photo Contest 00:14:30 - Generation 3 in Pokémon GO 00:27:40 - Sun/Moon Manga 00:28:30 - Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon N

Oct 16, 2017 • 1:28:00

285 Ultra Recon Squad!

The Ultra Recon Squad invades Alola! We learn about them and the new possibilities in the Ultra Sun and Moon story. Pokémon's website hints that we'll see new Pokémon in Pokémon GO this October? SBJ, Will, and Al talk about the final trailer for the "I Choose You" movie. Spook it up with this new episode! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:20 - News 00:02:25 - TCG: Shining Legends 00:14:10 - Pokémon GO Update 00:19:00 - Pokémon Halloween Round-up 00:22:45 - Gen 3 in Pokémon GO 00:27:00 - Mo

Oct 8, 2017 • 1:24:56

284 Trainer Hamburger Hats!

Entei is here in the Americas for Pokémon GO! Pokken DX gets hamburger hats. Trainer issues with Pokemon GO added an extra day to the Equinox event. SBJ, Will, and Al talk about closing of the Wii eShop and the state of the SNES classic. We tackle e-mails regarding wrestling, and worshiping Pokémon. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:20 - News 00:05:30 - Entei in Pokémon GO 00:14:00 - Pokken DX Hamburger 00:15:50 - Wii Shop Close 00:28:30 - Mr. Mime in Japan 00:30:20 - Blu-ray Season 1 00:35:20 - Pok

Oct 2, 2017 • 1:13:49

283 Mantine Surf!

News regarding Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon has hit. SBJ catches a second Mewtwo in Pokémon GO. Will and Al provide insight about the Battle Tree and other e-mails that come through. The Pokémon GO Equinox event is also here. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:50 - News 00:06:00 - Pokken DX 00:14:40 - Pokémon G0 Equinox 00:24:30 - Pokémon GO Mewtwo 00:33:30 - Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon 00:44:30 - Break Music 00:45:30 - E-mails 01:01:05 - Pokémon of the Week (Tyranitar) 01:05:30 - House Cleaning 01:08:30

Sep 25, 2017 • 1:09:31

282 UB Assembly & UB Burst! [Featuring Ray Rizzo]

Featuring Pokémon Video Game World Champion (x3), Ray Rizzo! Will and SBJ talk about the new UBs shown in the latest Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon trailer. We go in-depth about possible new Pokémon and our thoughts on Ultra Beasts. SBJ caught a Mewtwo from getting an EX Raid pass. Also, Meowth is coming to Build-a-bear. Ray talks about getting into VGC, commentating, competing, and cheating. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:50 - News 00:06:20 - Mewtwo EX Raid in Pokémon GO 00:25:00 - UB Assembly & U

Sep 18, 2017 • 1:55:18

281 Kingdra & Raikou!

Raikou in Pokémon GO! Pokémon GO seems to be slowing down in users with no word on when Mewtwo is coming or if it will bring back more people. The new Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon guidebook seems to hint at a National Dex for the game. Pokémon CEO thought the Nintendo Switch would be a failure. PAX West 2017 recap too! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:01:00 - PAX West Recap 00:015:20 - News 00:19:15 - PokéDex Guide Book 00:23:00 - Nintendo Switch Failure 00:31:50 - Raikou in Pokémon GO 00:50:50 - Break

Sep 11, 2017 • 1:13:26

S20E04 First Catch In Alola, Ketchum-Style! [Bonus Anime Episode]

Bonus Anime Episode! Since SBJ is at PAX West, here is an anime episode featuring SBJ and Irene. These episodes are made for our Patreon-backers, but figured this might be a good treat. The first 10 mins is news focused, the last is about the episode. Season 20, Episode 04. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmnc

Sep 4, 2017 • 37:35

280 The Ultra Show!

A new trailer was shown for Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. SBJ and Will break down the differences between the old and new Alola maps. Pokémon GO is bringing Mewtwo, we talk about that. After years, SBJ and Will play some Pokémon TCG and we go in-depth about that format. With Worlds just ending, we cover the winners and their matches. Finally, we tackle your e-mails and our Pokémon of the Week! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:07:45 - News 00:08:00 - Pokémon TCG Recap 00:19:50 - Mimikyu News 00:20:40 - G

Aug 28, 2017 • 1:58:43

279 The Clickbait [Featuring Reversal]

Featuring Pokémon GO YouTuber, Reversal! Reversal and SBJ talk about clickbait on YouTube, Pokémon GO Fest, spoofers, growing up with Pokémon, and more! Small news section this week because SBJ & Will were both at Gen Con this past week! Reversal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ReversalKnD **NOTE, There is little to no coverage on all the recent Pokémon news due to me being on vacation, we will cover that all in Episode 280! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:30 - News 00:08:20 - Break Musi

Aug 21, 2017 • 58:59

278 The Seventh Year

[Live Podcast] Shiny Pikachu in Pokémon GO, new Lycanroc Form, and the 20th Movie coming to theaters! SBJ, Will, and Travis talk about the latest Pokémon news, we cover e-mails about Pokémon based on animals, and Travis leaves us brokenhearted. This podcast was recorded live on YouTube. Sorry for any audio issues in post, it was cleaned up as best as possible. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:00 - News 00:03:05 - Dusk Form Lycanroc 00:11:15 - 20th Pokémon Movie 00:15:15 - Shiny Pikachu in Pokémon G

Aug 14, 2017 • 1:17:54

277 The New Lycanroc (Dusk Form)

We are back from the MN PokéCon where we met Professor Oak! *wonderful!* News of a new form (Dusk) for Lycanroc has been shown off for Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon. SBJ and Will have some tips about Raid Legendaries in Pokémon GO. Will explains the new TCG Draft system, GameStop has a Salazzle giveaway, and Unown are spawning in Europe! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:01:30 - MN PokéCon Recap 00:12:00 - Meeting Professor Oak 00:23:00 - TCG Draft Release 00:26:10 - Pokémon GO Raids 00:34:10 - Salazzle from Ga

Aug 7, 2017 • 1:20:14

276 The Pokémon GO Lawsuit & The Ultra Sun/Moon Rumors

Rumors about Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon surface. We talk about the fallout of Pokémon GO Fest and the new lawsuit that appears for attendees not happy that they had to pay for travel. We also go over the Milwaukee County Parks Pokémon GO issues, new codes for Sun/Moon, and e-mails regarding how we all originally met. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:06:20 - News 00:13:00 - Niantic Apology Letter 00:36:30 - Pokémon GO Lawsuit 00:49:20 - Break Music 00:50:00 - Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon Rumors 01:02:00 - E-ma

Jul 31, 2017 • 1:32:32

Bonus! Pokémon GO Interviews [Featuring Reversal, Trainer Tips, CND, Twintendo, & Pokémon GO Radio]

SBJ talks with Nick from Trainer Tips, Reversal, CND, Twintendo, and the folks over at Pokémon GO Radio all at Pokémon GO Fest in Chicago. You can find links to all of them on our YouTube page: youtube.com/pkmncast www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/supereffective twitter.com/pokemonpodcast patreon.com/itssupereffective LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube

Jul 29, 2017 • 36:03

275 The Pokémon GO Fest Recap

We talk about the entire Pokémon GO Fest experience! Talks range from the good that came from the event, and of course, the bad that came from the event. From John Hanke getting boo'd, Pikachu Raids, Unown appearing, Heracross showing up, sunburn, and disappointment... This was recorded the morning after Pokémon GO Fest. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Pokémon GO Fest Recap 00:35:00 - Break Music 00:36:00 - Pokémon GO Fest Recap 01:59:00 - Post Credits www.pkmncast.com reddit.com/r/supereffec

Jul 24, 2017 • 2:00:17

274 The Unown

News & details about Pokémon GO Fest, Unown YouTube Video, and the 20th Pokémon moive all talked about in the episode. SBJ and Will talk about the impacting gaming can have on kids and adults, as well as, we talk about our Pokémon of the Week! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:01:40 - Pre-House Cleaning 00:04:05 - Monster Hunter Podcast 00:08:45 - News 00:10:20 - Pokémon GO Fest 00:32:40 - Mystery Files 00:38:40 - 20th Pokémon Movie 00:51:40 - Break Music 00:52:30 - E-mails 01:16:15 - Pokémon of th

Jul 17, 2017 • 1:24:03

273 The Pokémon GO Anniversary!

To commemorate the one-year anniversary of Pokémon GO, be on the lookout for a special Pikachu while exploring your world! SBJ, Will, and Travis talk about Pokémon GO Fest, The Anniversary Box Sale, and North American International Championships! We also go over your e-mails regarding new Pokémon regions and ASMR and other non-Pokémon related questions you all ask. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:00 - News (Pokémon GO) 00:49:45 - Break Music 00:50:30 - North American International Championships 01

Jul 10, 2017 • 1:50:48

272 The Magikarp Jump Update

Pokémon GO Raids are still fun! SBJ, Micah, and Travis talk about the Magikarp Jump update and a couple strategies in regards to that. Speaking of strategies, we talk about the 2017 US International tournament happening this past weekend. We also tackle your e-mails about overpriced Pokemon Center goods. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:30 - News 00:22:50 - Pokémon GO Raids 00:49:10 - Break Music 00:50:00 - E-mails 01:27:04 - Pokémon of the Week (Chansey) 01:37:10 - House Cleaning 01:43:00 - Post C

Jul 3, 2017 • 1:43:55

271 The Pokémon GO Gym & Raid Update

All your information regarding Pokémon GO Fest and the changes to the Pokémon GO gym rework. SBJ, Will, and Travis all talk about the new raid system, the free gifts for Sun/Moon, and getting married in Japan with Pikachu. We also address some e-mails and our Pokémon of the Week! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:00 - News 00:07:00 - Pokémon GO Fest 00:30:45 - Pokémon GO Gym & Raid Update 01:00:00 - Break Music 01:01:30 - E-mails 01:27:45 - Pokémon of the Week (Lapras) 01:35:00 - House Cleaning

Jun 26, 2017 • 1:38:33

270 E3 Recap - Pokémon Switch - Marshadow

Nintendo E3 Recap. SBJ, Travis, and Will give their impressions on the Pokémon announcement for the Nintendo Switch. We touch on a few other E3 things before talking about Pokémon GO and Marshadow. We tackle your e-mails regarding an open world Pokémon game and give you a moveset for Pokémon of the week! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Pokémon on Switch (E3 Segment) 00:21:00 - News 00:29:50 - Break Music 00:31:00 - E-mails 01:15:30 - Pokémon of the Week (Bastiodon) 01:19:15 - House Cleaning 0

Jun 19, 2017 • 1:22:01

269 Ultra Sun - Ultra Moon - Pokémon GO Fest

Pokémon GO Fest in Chicago is happening! SBJ and Will break down the Pokémon Direct and talk about Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon. We are still playing Magikarp Jump and we talk about that update too. We go over Pokémon marketing and discuss the state of Pokémon remakes. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:00 - Pokémon GO Fest 00:22:30 - Apple WWDC Pokémon GO 00:25:40 - Magikarp Jump Update 00:28:30 - Pokkén DX on Switch 00:38:10 - Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon 01:04:45 - Pokémon Gold & Silver on 3DS 01:16

Jun 11, 2017 • 1:23:09

268 Pokémon Profit - Cycling Road - Tiny Tourney

Pokémon reports making a net profit of $143.3 million during their last year. We talk about Pokémon GO and still playing it after Adventure Week has come to past. Magikarp Jump is still an active mobile game that we are playing. Tiny Tourney is coming up and we give you a Pokémon that should work alright in it during our Pokémon of the Week. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:00 - News 00:38:30 - Break Music 00:40:00 - New Anime Podcast 00:42:30 - E-mails 01:27:15 - Pokémon of the Week (Heliolisk) 01

Jun 5, 2017 • 1:36:41

267 Magikarp Jump - Pimp My Ride [Featuring Braxton Burks from Pokémon Reorchestrated]

Featuring Braxton Burks! Pokémon: Magikarp Jump is here! We go in-depth about our experiences with this new mobile game. The Pokémon Sun & Moon anime debate never ends, we talk about that. Braxton Burks from Pokémon Reorchestrated joins us to talk about composing Pokémon music. We also talk about the new Pokemon movie debuting in Paris, France, and talk about Pokémon GO too. Interview starts at about 30 mins! Kickstarter Link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/materiacollective/johto-lege

May 29, 2017 • 2:32:05

266 Adventure Week - Pokémon Anime - Squirtle

Adventure Week for Pokémon GO (catch those Rock-type Pokémon)! We debate over the new Sun & Moon anime, we talk about Squirtle coming to Build-a-Bear Workshop. E-mails range from losing Pokémon games to asking what Pokémon town we'd want to live in. We also talk about Splash Magikarp coming out in Italy too. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.co

May 22, 2017 • 1:33:18

265 Pokémon VGCs - Magikarp [Featuring Joe Merrick from Serebii]

Featuring Joe Merrick from Serebii.net! (Interview starts at about 48 mins in!) We talk about the AZUL codes, the Magikarp song, and paying to enter the Pokémon National tournament in Indiana as both a player and a spectator. Joe talks about running Serebii, his coverage of Pokémon Sun and Moon, and his thoughts on Pokémon for Nintendo Switch. Micah gives his thoughts on Pokémon contests. There is also the "dreamsicle" story too. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmnc

May 15, 2017 • 2:30:11

264 Lycanroc - Bidoof - Snorlax [Featuring Pat Baer]

Featuring Pat Baer! More Pokémon Stars rumors recently came up. Pat talks with SBJ about his love of Pokémon GO and Pokémon Sun/Moon (from the Baer Cave). Micah and SBJ talk more about Lake Park and Pokémon GO. We answer e-mails regarding Sound-type and how to say Pokémon names. Interview starts at about 24 mins in. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www

May 8, 2017 • 1:39:18

263 Pokémon Sun - Russia - Pokémon GO

New Pokémon Shuffle update! News about a Russian getting arrested for playing Pokémon GO. Logan gives his thoughts on Pokémon Sun/Moon. Will and SBJ debated about exposure and paying artists. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve S

May 1, 2017 • 1:44:03

262 Live - C2E2 - Show

[Live Show] Recorded live at C2E2 2017. SBJ starts off the show with 6 trivia questions. You hear a lot of "nopes", but they are kept in to give you, the listener, time to answer on your own. The later have is SBJ reading audience questions and counting votes for your favorite BUG type Pokémon! This has been cut down from fully live version! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.tw

Apr 24, 2017 • 32:26

261 Marshadow - Space Jam - Eggstravaganza

Pokémon GO Eggstravaganza is here, as well as, Marshadow! We talk about Marshadow being shown during the new Pokémon movie trailer. SBJ shares a Pokémon Easter story, Micah recaps the Midwest Gaming Classic, Will talks about losing his PS Vita. We also answer e-mails regarding the best Pokéball and we give you a moveset for Alolan Muk. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmnca

Apr 17, 2017 • 1:18:21

260 Pokémon Stars to Remake of Diamond & Pearl

Would you want a remake of Diamond and Pearl? Would you like to see Pokémon Stars on 3DS or Nintendo Switch? Are any of these actually happening!? If it's an open ended question - the answer is usually "no", but we talk about all that stuff anyways! Also news about Pokémon GO and more... LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀&nb

Apr 11, 2017 • 1:12:36

259 Zelda to Drifblim

We discuss the new season of Mythical and give you a small taste! We also go over some e-mails that ask about Zelda, Pokemon Stars, which Pokémon we'd like to be, our Slack community, and more. Travis talks about using a competitive Drifblim! Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on Pat

Apr 2, 2017 • 1:17:37

258 Water Festival to Playstation Vue

The Pokémon GO Water Festival is here to grace us with Shiny Magikarp! SBJ explains what PS Vue is to Travis. Micah talks about how he cannot find a Mimikyu plush. We go over Ash Pikachu news and your e-mails involving more wet burritos. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE

Mar 27, 2017 • 1:26:25

257 Cheeseburgers to Pizza

Back from PAX East we go over e-mails and talk about some Japanese exclusive downloadable Pokémon. We also talk about types we'd like to see and we provide a moveset for Porygon2. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve SarumiTheme s

Mar 21, 2017 • 1:01:16

256 Live Show to PAX East 2017

[Live Show] Recorded Live at PAX East in Boston. The crowd at PAX East decided the Top 10 Water Pokémon and asks SBJ, Travis, and Will questions (both Pokémon and non-Pokémon related) for the hour. First time ever all three of us are at a convention together presenting. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast�

Mar 13, 2017 • 47:47

255 Nintendo Switch to Vitamins [Featuring Brennan Williams from NXT]

Featuring Brennan Williams from WWE/NXT aka @GREATBLACKOTAKU. SBJ talks to Brennan about his love of Generation 3, his football career into his wrestling career, and what he enjoyed about Sun/Moon. Will and Micah talk about working out! We talk about the new Pokémon movie, the new Global event, and Pokémon theme songs too. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www

Mar 6, 2017 • 1:56:47

254 Pokémon Day to Burrito Day

Happy Pokémon Day! We cover everything about Pokémon Day and answer your e-mails. We talk about Mythical, a future Kickstarter, Pokémon GO update, Travis's love of Citizen Kane, Pokémon games coming to Nintendo Switch and more. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHos

Feb 27, 2017 • 1:47:31

253 Pokémon GO to amiibo [Featuring GandaKris]

Featuring GandaKris, custom amiibo artist. Generation 2 for Pokémon GO is here! We talk about the new update and the problem with Pokémon GO in Milwaukee County Parks. SBJ sits down with @MissGandaKris and talks about her custom amiibos. Finally, we answer e-mails regarding the Nintendo Switch, Sun/Moon, and more. Interview starts at 43 mins in. GandaKris's shop: http://gandakris.storenvy.com LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www

Feb 20, 2017 • 2:10:44

252 Sun to Moon

Pokemon GO, Pokemon Duel, Pokemon Sun/Moon, Pokémon e-mails, and more! SBJ, Tavis, and Will cover a variety of e-mails and a range of Pokémon topics to start off our first episode in the brassiness of Generation 3. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited,

Feb 13, 2017 • 1:21:43

251 Pikachu to Podcasting

New Pikachu 3DS XL coming out, new DVD box set, new Pokémon Center items, and a new podcast for your ears! SBJ, Travis, and Will answer listener mail, cover some Pokémon news, and give you a set for Wigglytuff to use in the VCGs. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE C

Feb 6, 2017 • 1:31:24

250 This Is Fine

[Live Show] Celebrate 250 episodes of PKMNcast as we answer community questions, talk about Pokémon Duel, talk about Pokémon Bank, and compare plushes to cats. This was recorded live on Twitch and the audio was cut down and edited for easier audio-only listening. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰

Jan 30, 2017 • 1:46:01

249 Abilities [Featuring SuperDuperDani]

Featuring SuperDuperDani of YouTube. We cover the recent Pokémon GO update and news. We also talk about the new Pokémon Sun/Moon abilities introduced in Generation 7. SBJ sits down with SuperDuperDani to talk about her channel and how she creates content. Interview starts at 29 mins. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.

Jan 23, 2017 • 1:34:41

248 Nintendo Switch & Update v1.1

Impressions on the Nintendo Switch. Pokemon Sun and Moon Update v1.1 is ready too. We talk a little bit about news, some new Switch games that look good including ARMS, Puyo Puyo Tetris, Zelda, Bomberman, and more. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited,

Jan 16, 2017 • 1:19:52

247 Alolan Vulpix, GTS, Boat Race

It's Super Effective now has it's own subreddit! www.reddit.com/r/supereffective - SBJ, Micah, and Will talk about the QR Festival Plaza goal, favorite Sun/Moon character, favorite way to eat eggs, and we give you a moveset for Vaporeon. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE

Jan 9, 2017 • 51:10

246 Alola New Year

2017 is here! We go over a ton of listener mail and talk a little bit about Pokémon GO, Battle Royal, Triple Battles, HMs, Team Skull, and more! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve SarumiTheme songs and segment jingles by Nichola

Jan 2, 2017 • 59:49

245 Bottle Caps [Featuring Justin Flynn]

Featuring Justin Flynn! We talk about Justin's time as a 2x Pokémon Commentator and a Nintendo World Championship host. We also talk about pizza and our holiday. News includes Pokémon GO updates and a new Festival Plaza event too. Interview starts at 35 mins. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰&nb

Dec 28, 2016 • 1:58:41

244 Berry Farming & Festival Plaza

Pokemon GO still coming out for Apple Watch. We talk about both Berry Farming and Festival Plaza in Pokémon Sun/Moon. Questions are answered, as well as, our Pokémon of the week! Enjoy! Support us: https://www.patreon.com/itssupereffective LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISOD

Dec 19, 2016 • 1:23:32

243 Rebuilding Alola

Recap of our thoughts on Generation 7 with Will, Travis, and SBJ. We talk about the Pokémon GO Update, new Pokken fighter, and our likes/dislikes of Pokémon Sun/Moon. We also talk about the new outlook of Pokémon of the Week! This episode does contain story spoilers. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰&n

Dec 12, 2016 • 1:55:23

13 Alola! From Pokémon Sun & Moon (Finale)

Time for the Elite 4 and to become Alola Champion. We share our final thoughts on Gen 7 and express our last and overall thoughts of this game! Series finale. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve SarumiTheme songs and segment jing

Dec 4, 2016 • 1:13:26

12 Alola! From Pokémon Sun & Moon (Ultra Space)

Time to enter Ultra Space to be a hero. We talk about the rest of the story that doesn't include our journey on becoming a Pokémon Trainer. We also talk about catching legendaries and family issues. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by

Dec 3, 2016 • 41:24

11 Alola! From Pokémon Sun & Moon (Trial 7)

Arriving on Poni Island, we tackle the 7th Trial and the Grand Trial here. We get another flute, we get a new Ride Pager, and we meet a new face! We also see some fallout of Team Skull and explore some caves. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and pr

Dec 2, 2016 • 57:13

10 Alola! From Pokémon Sun & Moon (Aether Foundation)

The Aether Foundation. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve SarumiTheme songs and segment jingles by Nicholas Burgess Ad music comes from Evanto Elements Podcast artwork by Steve Sarumi

Nov 30, 2016 • 1:00:21

09 Alola! From Pokémon Sun & Moon (Guzma)

Time to head into Po Town. We find out more about Team Skull and see another side of them. Irene breaks down why she doesn't care for Team Skull's inspiration. We learn a bit more about Guzma and get ready to journey off of Ula'Ula. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDI

Nov 29, 2016 • 1:09:13

08 Alola! From Pokémon Sun & Moon (Trial 6)

It's your boy... Guzma! After returning the mask to Kukui, we meet the leader of Team Skull. After that adventure, we head off to our sixth Trial and it's a spooky one! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve SarumiTheme songs and se

Nov 28, 2016 • 50:53

07 Alola! From Pokémon Sun & Moon (Trial 5)

We take the Exeggutor Bus up to our next Trial. We talk about our experiences when we finally arrive to Ula'Ula. Let us know your experiences on Twitter: @pokemonpodcast LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve SarumiTheme songs and s

Nov 27, 2016 • 38:28

06 Alola! From Pokémon Sun & Moon (Lusamine)

After visiting with the Aether Foundation, we move through the Diglett Cave to battle Big Sister and Olivia. After we complete those battles, we take a trip to Aether Paradise to finally meet Lusamine. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced

Nov 26, 2016 • 1:07:57

05 Alola! From Pokémon Sun & Moon (Trial 3 & Trial 4)

We talk about the Fire Trial and the Grass Trial in this episode. SBJ, Micah, and Irene go over some new Poké-Rides and talk about how different the Trials have been up to this point. We also talk about meeting an old face from Black and White. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonE

Nov 23, 2016 • 35:23

04 Alola! From Pokémon Sun & Moon (Trial 2)

We finally meet Lana and conduct her Trial. After Lana's trail, we meet a new character when we arrive to the Battle Dome in Royal Avenue. Follow @pokemonpodcast on Twitter to stay up to date. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve

Nov 22, 2016 • 43:52

03 Alola! From Pokémon Sun & Moon (Gladion)

We talk about getting to the second island after the first Grand Trial. We go in depth about Team Skull and their newest member introduced. We also talk about our experiences with a couple new cities and the new "Day Care". LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CRED

Nov 21, 2016 • 44:06

02 Alola! From Pokémon Sun & Moon (Trial 1)

First Trial complete and we get our first Z-Crystal. We talk about Team Skull and the first big city. Hear our thoughts on the new clothing and hair styles. We also go in-depth of the new Trial mechanic. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produce

Nov 19, 2016 • 56:17

01 Alola! From Pokémon Sun & Moon (Trainer School)

Beginning of the game to Trainer School (no spoilers after that). SBJ, Micah, and Irene talk about their first impressions of Pokémon Sun and Moon. We talk about the new changes and the story being introduced. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and p

Nov 18, 2016 • 58:52

242 Countdown to Pokémon Sun & Moon

Pokemon Sun & Moon are coming this week. We talk about our podcast plans for release. We touch on Pokken news and Pokemon GO news. We talk about the 12th episode of Pokémon Generations and we go over listener e-mail too. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDIT

Nov 14, 2016 • 2:11:03

241 Nuzlocke Challenge [Featuring Griffin McElroy from CoolGames Inc.]

Featuring Griffin McElroy of Polygon/MBMBaM/Adventure Zone. SBJ sits down with Griffin and talks Pokémon and his Nuzlocke run of Pokémon Y. SBJ, Will, and Travis talk Pokémon GO and answer e-mails. We are prepping for the Pokémon Sun and Moon launch in less than 2 weeks, so stay tuned for more content! Interview starts at 55 mins. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmn

Nov 2, 2016 • 2:41:52

240 Decidueye | Incineroar | Primarina

We unwrap Decidueye, Incineroar, and Primarina in this episode. We also talk about the two newest and spooky Pokémon Generation episodes. We also touch on the new Pokémon GO Halloween update! Red and Blue are back in Sun & Moon too! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE C

Oct 31, 2016 • 1:48:48

239 Pokémon Sun & Moon | Demo | Data Leaks

No spoilers, we talk about the Sun & Moon demo. After the ending credits, we talk about the data leak that happened with Sun/Moon. We also cover episode 08 of Pokémon Generations, Pokémon GO, and talk about some news and... you know... other stuff. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on

Oct 23, 2016 • 2:10:37

238 Team Magma | Silvally | Pokémon GO

Is Team Magma better than Team Rocket? We go over episode 04 and 07 of Pokémon Generations. We also calculate damage in Pokémon GO. Finally, we touch on all the new Sun & Moon Pokémon shown this past week including Silvally and Steenee and more. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support

Oct 17, 2016 • 2:05:53

237 Pokémon GO | Generations | Sun & Moon

First impression of Dartrix, Torracat, and Brionne. We talk about the new Pokémon GO updates coming. SBJ, Travis, and Will also cover episodes 05 and 06 of Pokémon Generations. We talk about how the Keldeo movie is pretty bad too. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE

Oct 10, 2016 • 2:06:17

236 International Championships | Charizard | Yo-kai Watch

New VCG and TCG information has been announced for the International Championships, 2017 Play! Pokémon season. We talk a little about Yo-kai Watch and the new XY—Evolutions expansion. We also tackle your e-mails. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edi

Oct 3, 2016 • 1:40:08

235 Lycanroc | Japan | Monster Hunter [Featuring Gaijinhunter]

Featuring Adam aka Gaijinhunter. We cover the 3rd episode of the Pokémon Generations shorts. SBJ sits down with Adam (Gaijinhunter) and talks about living in Japan, Pokémon GO, and how to get into Monster Hunter. Travis also delivers us a moveset for the victory Pokémon. Interview starts 1 hour 20 mins in. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmn

Sep 25, 2016 • 2:37:07

234 UB-02 | Pokémon Generations | Werewolves

Pokémon Generations talk is here! We go over the first two episodes of Generations. We also cover the news on UB-02 and Rockruff's evolution that was shown in CoroCoro. We also talk about lore and Slaking too. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and p

Sep 18, 2016 • 1:50:56

233 UB-01 | Pokémon GO Update | Aether Foundation

Type: Null and more new Pokémon were recently shown. We talk about the next big Pokémon GO update and the Pokémon GO Plus. With more new Pokémon Sun and Moon news, we go over the Aether Foundation and Team Skull storylines too. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHos

Sep 12, 2016 • 1:36:33

232 PAX West | Live Show

Live from PAX West 2016. SBJ talks about the new Pokémon and what their names are based off of and possibly what animals they are based off of too. This entire show was live in front of an audience and live on Twitch.tv! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, ed

Sep 8, 2016 • 1:00:45

231 Alolan Rattata | Nintendo Direct | E-Mails

We answer your e-mails about Pokémon GO, Pokémon Sun/Moon, and other Pokémon related things. With not a lot of news, this was recorded before the trip to PAX West. We debate over Alolan Rattata too. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produ

Sep 5, 2016 • 1:32:51

230 Milwaukee + Pokémon GO Appraisals [Featuring Ophidian from CHIKARA]

Featuring Ophidian from CHIKARA. We talk about Milwaukee County Parks wanting to remove Pokémon GO stops from all their parks. We talk about the new Appraisal feature added and we go over the falling Pokémon GO population. Worlds 2016 is over, so we talk about the top teams used. Finally, SBJ sits down with Ophidian to talk wrestling and playing video games on the road. Curious about CHIKARA? You can find more information here: http://chikarapro.com/ LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twit

Aug 28, 2016 • 1:58:39

229 Pokémon GO Cheating + Worlds 2016 + Palossand

New Pokémon such as Palossand, Crabrawler, and Stufful shown. We cover an article that soft bans a Pokémon GO player. We share our thoughts on how the 2016 Worlds was set up and conducted. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Ste

Aug 22, 2016 • 1:43:03

228 Alolan Raichu + Wishiwashi + Z-Rings

Alolan Raichu, Alolan Exeggutor, Gumshoos, Lurantis, Wishiwashi, and more were talked about! We talk about Team Skull and Z-Rings. We talk about the new Pokémon GO update. We also talk about Pokémon Worlds coming up and our Pokémon Center experience at Gen Con! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Su

Aug 15, 2016 • 2:00:14

Special Episode: Top 10 Best Pokémon

The Kickstarter Episode, but for everyone now! Like any Kickstarter, we are two years late on this episode. SBJ, Travis, Will, and Micah debate the best Pokémon. All four of us bring 10 Pokémon each to the table. Then we break down that 40 into ISE's Top 10 Pokémon in the past 20 years. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 w

Aug 6, 2016 • 3:07:03

227 Pokémon GO + Water + Gen Con [Featuring Marriland]

Featuring Marriland! This was recorded before the updates to Pokémon GO and before the new Alola Pokémon were shown. We celebrate our 6th year of podcasting with a new look. We talk about Pokémon GO and Pokémon at Gen Con. We also chat with Marriland and bring back Healthy Living! Pre-order Our New Shirt: https://represent.com/super-effective-pkmncast-6 LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.

Jul 30, 2016 • 2:16:53

226 Anxiety + Meditation + Comfey [Featuring Dan Ryckert from Giant Bomb]

Featuring Dan Ryckert from GiantBomb.com (interview starts at about 1:10:00)! Dan and SBJ talk about Pokémon GO, his book on anxiety, how meditation has helped him in life, and more! We also talk about Logan's experience with Pokémon GO, the 6 new Pokémon shown for Pokémon Sun/Moon, and the live action Pokémon movie being planned! Anxiety as an Ally: https://amzn.com/0692401512 LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/s

Jul 23, 2016 • 2:14:33

225 Mimikkyu + Pokémon GO [Featuring Austin Creed/Xavier Woods from UpUpDownDown/WWE]

Featuring Xavier Woods/Austin Creed from WWE/UpUpDownDown. Two new Pokémon shown, Darkrai coming to Pokken Tournament, and we talk a TON of Pokémon GO. On top of all that, SBJ sits down with WWE Superstar, Xavier Woods (Austin Creed), and we talk about his PhD, his gaming history, and his passion for creating content. This is a pretty long episode, so hopefully you enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/superef

Jul 17, 2016 • 2:41:11

224 Pokémon GO + Pokémon GO + More Pokémon GO

Even with server issues, Pokémon GO is still something that has grabbed our attention for more. We talk basic news coming out leading into our back and forth thoughts on the first couple of days of Pokémon GO. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and p

Jul 11, 2016 • 55:17

Pokémon GO - Journal Report 05 | Eevee Evolutions & Egg Tips

How to get the Eevee evolution you want, egg tips, Pokémon GO is now in more countries, and more! We take a walk down to Lake Park in Milwaukee and see over 400 people get together to watch Pokémon movies outside and play #PokemonGO. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CRED

Jul 10, 2016 • 25:34

Pokémon GO - Journal Report 04 | Lure Modules & Austin Creed

Does incense stack with a Lure Module? What is the fastest way to level up? Should I boost the CP of my Pokémon before or after I evolve it? I talk about all this and also meeting WWE Superstar, Xavier Woods, (Austin Creed) too. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHo

Jul 9, 2016 • 28:24

Pokémon GO - Journal Report 03 | Rare Pokémon & Basic Tips

Pokémon GO is delayed for newer countries. Servers are still having issues, so we go over some tips to prepare you to best use you time when you login and can finally play. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve SarumiTheme songs an

Jul 8, 2016 • 17:34

Pokémon GO - Journal Report 02 | Top Grossing in iTunes & Trainer ID Info

Connectivity problems plague day two of Pokémon GO. I start a new account using my Google e-mail address and not my Trainer ID. I talk about starting over, Pokemon GO becoming the top grossing app in iTunes, and going over the basics. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CRE

Jul 7, 2016 • 17:16

Pokémon GO - Journal Report 01 | First Impressions & Server Issues

Pokémon GO is out! Let's talk about Day 01 with the new mobile app and what we've run into so far. We talk about the server issues and the in-app purchases. This is not a normal episode of It's Super Effective. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and

Jul 6, 2016 • 18:31

223 Cutiefly + Rockruff + Bruxish

Seven new Pokémon where shown including Cutiefly, Bruxish, Vikavolt, and more! We also got Rockruff and Komala named from before too. We quickly go over all these Pokémon for our 4th of July episode! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by

Jul 4, 2016 • 34:35

222 Zangoose + Mystery Dungeon + Tauros

Three old Mystery Dungeon games hit the Wii U virtual console. We talk about the two new New 3DS XLs coming to Europe and we also answer which of Ash's Tauros is our favorite. Zangoose is the Pokémon of the Week. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, an

Jun 25, 2016 • 1:05:37

221 Pikipek + Yungoos + Grubbin

E3 week is finally over. We saw another three new Pokémon (Pikipek, Yungoos, Grubbin) in Sun and Moon, on top of, getting a rough date for when Pokémon GO will be available. Is Pokémon GO Plus to expensive? How do we feel about Battle Royal? Who is the Pokémon of the Week!? LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmnc

Jun 18, 2016 • 1:29:03

220 Rock Dog & Koala Pokémon

CoroCoro scans showed us two new Pokémon for Sun and Moon called Nekkoara and Iwanko. One is a Rock-type dog and the other is a Normal-type Koala Pokémon. We talk about E3 2016, Pokémon GO, PokémonCenter.com and thew new Zygarde formes! Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEP

Jun 12, 2016 • 1:12:20

219 Solgaleo & Lunala

SBJ, Travis, and Will talk about the recent Pokémon Sun and Pokemon Moon Trailer. We also go over Pokémon GO information, and the Hong Kong issue with Pikachu. We also cover a lister e-mail and do our Pokémon of the Week! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, e

Jun 5, 2016 • 1:21:14

218 Competitive Pokémon Cheating & Pokémon GO Beta

SBJ, Travis, and Will talk about cheating in the Pokémon VGC. We talk about Pokken falloff and the hype of Pokémon GO. We also talk about the new Mixlr channel, Stellaris, and Nintendo Badge Arcade. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by

May 30, 2016 • 1:29:15

217 Alola Region & Volcanoes

[Live Show] SBJ and Will talk about the possible final types for Rowlett, Litten and Popplio. We also talk about Hawaii and the Alola region. This includes some volcano talk. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve SarumiTheme

May 22, 2016 • 1:00:12

216 Rowlet & Litten & Popplio

[Live Show] SBJ, Will, and Travis talk about the new Pokémon Sun and Pokemon Moon starter Pokémon. We welcome Rowlet, Litten, and Popplio to the Alola region. We talk about our thoughts on the recent news. This show was recorded live on Twitch.tv/pkmncast. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support

May 11, 2016 • 55:12

215 Twitch & New Sun/Moon Pokémon

[Live Show] SBJ, Micah, and Will do a live episode of It's Super Effective on Twitch.tv/pkmncast. We talk about new Pokémon coming in Pokemon Sun and Pokemon Moon. We also talk about Pokémon Go and a man who stole some Pokémon cards from Walmart! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on Patreo

May 7, 2016 • 44:33

Fallen Heroes (Crafted ISE Cut)

This is a an edited episode of Dungeons & Dragonites crafted for "It's Super Effective" listeners. In Episode 09 death approaches more than one hero. Some characters don't make it, others barely hold on. PKMNcast.com presents Season 1 of Dungeons & Dragonites. This is a Pokémon-inspired Dungeons and Dragons game streamed live on Twitch.tv/pkmncast. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffectiv

May 1, 2016 • 1:22:10

214 Darkrai & Alexa

SBJ, Travis, and Will talk about Pokemon Go and the Rise of Darkrai. We also go over listener mail, explain what the Amazon Alexa is, and tackle our Pokémon of the week. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve SarumiTheme songs and s

Apr 24, 2016 • 1:10:38

213 Mudkips & Arceus

SBJ, Will, and Tyler talk about podcasts and some Pokemon news. We go over Magearna's official typing, some new Pokémon clothes, and a possible live action Pokémon movie. We also talk about Arceus and the Jewel of Life too. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted,

Apr 16, 2016 • 50:32

212 Midwest Gaming Classic & Clash Royale

SBJ and Micah talk about the weekend at the Midwest Gaming Classic. We go over the pros and cons of the show and some shady rom-hacks being sold there. We also talk about future movie nights with the crew, as well as, some Clash Royale. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE C

Apr 14, 2016 • 1:08:38

211 Jirachi & Geodude

SBJ, Travis, and Will talk some Pokémon news regarding Jirachi and the no news on Pokémon Sun and Moon. We go over e-mails and tackle our Pokémon of the Week. Sorry for the late show! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve SarumiThe

Apr 6, 2016 • 1:07:44

210 YouTube to Twitch [Featuring TheJWittz]

Featuring TheJWittz. SBJ and Will talk about Pokémon Symphonic Evolutions Tour and the Pokémon Go news. After that, we sit down with TheJWittz and talk about his thoughts on Pokken Tournament and his YouTube/Twitch career. We ask him a range of questions like advice for people starting an online presence to his favorite Pokémon. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmnca

Mar 23, 2016 • 1:53:21

209 Live at C2E2

This podcast was recorded live. SBJ speaks in front of a full room of 200 people at the Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve SarumiTheme songs and segment jingles by Nicholas Burgess Ad m

Mar 20, 2016 • 58:19

208 Pokken Tournament Review: Should You Buy It?

A full review of Pokken Tournament. Should you buy it? SBJ talks about the playable characters, the online, the local multiplayer, and how the game feels. Is it worth $60? Depends. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve SarumiTheme

Mar 15, 2016 • 53:04

BONUS - Community Night Trimps

This is a bonus episode of "It's Super Effective". It was recorded while SBJ played Trimps live on Twitch and answered community questions. 20 mins of it was cut to make it easier to listen to in podcast form, so hopefully it's somewhat enjoyable. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Suppor

Mar 10, 2016 • 1:13:39

207 Pokémon Sun & Moon to Playing Pokkén Tournament

SBJ, Travis, and Will talk about the 20th Anniversary of Pokémon. SBJ plays Pokkén Tournament and answers some questions about it. We talk about our past DnD game and answer some listener mail and tackle Parasect as our Pokémon of the Week. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISO

Mar 5, 2016 • 1:42:34

Season 01, Episode 01 – Dungeons & Dragonites [Pilot Episode]

Pilot Episode of Dungeons & Dragonites. SBJ, Greg, Travis, Logan, and Jeff create characters in our world and start our adventure. Next episode is Monday, March 7th at 7PM (central time). LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve S

Feb 29, 2016 • 1:46:39

206 Pokémon 20th Anniversary [Featuring Allegra Frank from Polygon]

Featuring Allegra Frank from Polygon. SBJ, Travis, and Allegra (from Polygon.com) talk about Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon. We talk about the 6 min Pokémon Direct and the 20th Anniversary of Pokémon! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by

Feb 26, 2016 • 32:04

205(b) Pokémon Sun to Pokémon Moon

SBJ and Will talk about today's rumors regarding Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon. Are we right? Is moon-type a thing? Will this episode be quickly outdated (yes)? Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve SarumiTheme songs and segm

Feb 25, 2016 • 17:31

205(c) Pokémon Sun to Pokémon Moon [Featuring SnorlaxMonster from Bulbanews]

Featuring SnorlaxMonster from Bulbanews. SBJ chats with SnorlaxMonster from Bulbanews about the rumors on Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon. We talk trademarks and what we might see tomorrow on the Pokémon Direct. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and pr

Feb 24, 2016 • 16:40

205(a) Pokémon Sun to Pokémon Moon [Featuring Allegra Frank from Polygon]

Featuring Allegra Frank from Polygon. SBJ and Allegra (from Polygon.com) talk about the rumors regarding Pokémon Sun and Pokemon Moon. We will probably be wrong about most things, but we look over the trademarks registered and recent tweets to form an answer. Pokémon Spinoff Guide: http://www.polygon.com/2016/2/25/11109638/pokemon-spin-offs-guide-explainer LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 w

Feb 24, 2016 • 16:56

204 Pokkén Tournament to Magearna

SBJ, Will, and Travis talk about Pokkén Tournament and all the Pokémon in the game. We talk more about Magearna and if there is going to be a new type added to the game. We also end with our Pokémon of the Week: Heatmor! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, ed

Feb 21, 2016 • 1:16:04

203 Magearna to Volcanion

SBJ talks about the new Mythical Pokémon, Magearna! We also go over the Super Bowl ad once more, and how to use a Sunkern in battle. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve SarumiTheme songs and segment jingles by Nicholas Burgess&nb

Feb 14, 2016 • 14:36

202 Pokémon Super Bowl to Animal Crossing

SBJ, Logan, and Will talk about the Pokémon Center online store opening in Japan. We talk about Mew. We go in depth with our thoughts on the Pokémon Super Bowl commercial. We talk about both Animal Crossing and Trimps too. We finally end with your e-mails and Pokémon of the week. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/

Feb 7, 2016 • 1:18:33

201 Pokkén Tournament to Great Detective Pikachu

Put on your deerstalker hats as SBJ and Will talk about Pokkén coming to EVO and Great Detective Pikachu coming to Japan. We only focus on news this episode after we recover from episode 200. SBJ also talks about The Witness. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHoste

Jan 31, 2016 • 40:47

200 Pokémon Vs. Podcasts [Live on Twitch]

SBJ, Logan, Will, and Travis come together to celebrate 200 episodes of It's Super Effective. We talk about snowstorms, Her Story, Animal Crossing, and #Pokemon20 of course! We dive in about the Pokémon movies in iTunes and what is missing. We answer your e-mails and questions. Finally, we end the show with a special lover of Pokémon. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncas

Jan 24, 2016 • 21:14

199 #Pokemon20 Vs. Pokken

SBJ and Will talk about all the Pokemon20 news. #Pokemon20 - including new games like Pokemon Go, Pokken Fighters, Pokemon Red/Blue, Pokemon Z (possibly?), and more. We talk about the Pokemon XYZ anime coming and new movies too. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHo

Jan 12, 2016 • 1:40:42

198 (2015) Vs. (2016)

SBJ and Will talk about 2015 and what's to come in 2016. We go over a bunch of e-mails and a little bit of news regarding Pokémon for LINE and a game that was inspired by Pokémon on iOS. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve Sarumi

Jan 8, 2016 • 1:17:53

197 SBJ Vs. The Snowstorm

SBJ delivers some news regarding the rereleases of Red/Blue/Yellow/Green and a new 2DS coming to Japan. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve SarumiTheme songs and segment jingles by Nicholas Burgess Ad music comes from Evanto

Dec 28, 2015 • 29:16

196 Star Wars Vs. Pokémon

SBJ, Travis, and Will spend the first 40 mins talking about Star Wars. We then cover some news regarding Pokémon Go and answer some listener e-mails. We also tackle our Rock/Ground Pokémon of the Week! Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and pr

Dec 21, 2015 • 1:23:21

195 Will Vs. Logan

In this two part episode SBJ talk with Will about Pokémon Picross and some recent news regarding VGC 2016 and a new Pokémon. In part two SBJ talks with Logan about Pokémon Picross and the Pokémon of the Week. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited,

Dec 14, 2015 • 1:05:45

194 Pokémon Picross Vs. Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon

SBJ, Travis, and Will talk about initial impression about Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon and Pokemon Picross. We cover news regarding the Pikachu plush at Build-a-Bear and some Japan only downloads. We also go over you Pokémon of the Week! Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on Patreon

Dec 6, 2015 • 1:09:07

193 Bagels Vs. Pancakes

SBJ, Logan, and Will talk about breakfast. We also talk about some Pokémon news regarding the new movie coming out digitally to iTunes and Amazon. We go in depth about the fox Pokémon, Vulpix! We cover both it's plush form and in-game abilities. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on

Nov 22, 2015 • 55:17

192 Virtual Console Vs. Amiibo

SBJ, Travis, and Will recap the Nintendo Direct and the Pokémon news that came out of there. We also talk about some podcast data about how you all listen and what you'd like to see more of. We also go on a rant about Virtual Console stuff and an amiibo rant as well. Enjoy. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmnc

Nov 14, 2015 • 1:41:04

191 Yo-Kai Watch Vs. Pokémon

SBJ and Micah cover some news about Shadow Mewtwo and Pokémon Shuffle. We spend most of the time comparing Yo-Kai Watch to Pokémon. Is it a Pokémon killer? Will it take off here in the USA? Does that make Goomy the Pokémon of the Week? Find out! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on Patreon

Nov 4, 2015 • 51:15

190 Build-a-Bear Or Build-a-Duskull

SBJ, Jesse, and Will talk about Pikachu coming to Build-a-Bear. We also talk about Soylent and breakfast food. We answer some listener e-mail and talk about Pokémon leagues and the VGC. We also talk about Duskull... as the title implies. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonE

Oct 25, 2015 • 1:03:17

189 Haunted Dolls Or Mega Banette

SBJ and Travis go over some new stuff at PokémonCenter.com. We also talk about Pokémon GO (again) and we cover a bunch of listener mail. We also go over our Pokémon of the Week, Banette, to round off the show! Enjoy! twitter.com/pokemonpodcast facebook.com/pkmncast LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰&nbs

Oct 19, 2015 • 48:12

188 Gourgeist Or Regionals

SBJ, Will, and Jeff talk about the Fall Regionals. They both go over their VCG teams. We also talk about some Pokémon Shuffle news and some Pokémon getting distributed soon. We also go over some listener e-mails regarding our past Art Shows. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on Patr

Oct 12, 2015 • 1:24:17

187 Pokémon Or Lawsuits

SBJ and Travis talk about some spoooooookkkky stuff. We talk about some TCG and some VGC stuff happening. We also talk about a Pokémon lawsuit that happened at PAX Prime this past summer. We also talk about a bird Pokémon that doesn't get enough love. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Suppo

Oct 4, 2015 • 52:54

186 Interview With Jake Paque, Voice Actor of Professor Sycamore

Featuring Jake Paque, Voice Actor of Professor Sycamore. In this episode SBJ, Travis, and Will cover news about new items in the Pokémon Center online store, new TCG Mewtwo cards, more tour dates for Pokémon Symphonic Evolutions, and a rerelease of the first Pokémon movie. We also got a chance to sit down with Jake Paque. Jake is the voice actor of Professor Sycamore in the Pokémon XY Animated Series. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkm

Sep 25, 2015 • 1:25:36

185 Eternally Single Or Pokémon Go

SBJ, Will, and Travis talk about Pokémon Go. We also talk about the new Zygarde Form(s) as well. We go over another banned TCG card and new merchandise coming to the stores. Finally we end with our Bro for Pokémon of the Week. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CRED

Sep 14, 2015 • 1:42:23

184 Hotdogs Or Slowpokes

SBJ and Will recap our Twitch.tv stream. We also talk about someone stealing Pokémon cards from Target and we talk Slowpoke week. We have the Slowpoke theme as the intro to this week's episode. We also have a song about the TCG by JME. Finally we cover listener mail and our purse holding Pokémon of the week. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube

Sep 7, 2015 • 48:16

183 Machoke Moving Company Or Splatoon

SBJ, Logan, and Will talk about some light news. They go over Pokemon Shuffle (like always), TCG stuff, and the Pokémon holiday release schedule. They also answer a ton of listener mail and tackle the Pokémon of the Week! Enjoy... LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITS

Aug 29, 2015 • 1:17:40

182 Red Vines Or Oddish

SBJ, Micah, and Will talk about the 2015 Pokémon World Championships. We talk about what we liked and didn't like at this year's event. We go over the Boston issues with the safety of trainers, we talk about Oddish, we talk about Pokken Tournament, and we go over a lot of listener mail! Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 w

Aug 21, 2015 • 1:32:50

181 Rocket League Or Cheesecake

SBJ, Will, and Micah talk about Ronda Rousey's love of Pokémon. We also talk about the new Pokémon that debuted in the trailer for next year's Pokémon movie. We also go over listener mail on how to start a Pokémon group in Texas and we do Pokémon of the Week too! Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast�

Aug 16, 2015 • 1:09:30

180 Phione, Manaphy, Garchomp

SBJ and Will recover from Gen Con. We talk about the new Pokémon Shuffle update, the new BREAK expansion coming to the Pokémon TCG, and the new Electric Pikachu Cup coming to the VGC. We also go over listener mail and both Item and Pokémon of the week! Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Supp

Aug 10, 2015 • 1:01:58

179 Dusclops, Exploud, Cresselia

SBJ and Micah talk about the 5 Year Anniversary stream on Twitch.tv. We go over the 360 Pokémon that were drawn, the giveaways we had, and the jokes that happened over those 13 hours. We also go over some news regarding Pokken Tournament coming to the United States soonish. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmnc

Jul 27, 2015 • 47:28

178 Jigglypuff, Wigglytuff, Milotic

SBJ and Travis talk about Pokken Tournament, Pokémon Symphonic Evolutions Tour, and Iwata's passing away. We also answer listener mail about possible new Mega evolutions. We also do both Item and Pokémon of the Week too. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHos

Jul 25, 2015 • 1:09:58

177 Zigzagoon, Beedrill, Wailord

SBJ, Travis, and Will talk about the news regarding Pokken Tournament, the Pokémon Shuffle Update, the new details about the upcoming Hoopa movie and more. We answer you listener mail about the 20th Anniversary, and we have a buzzing Pokémon of the Week to share. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast�

Jul 10, 2015 • 1:45:08

176 Typhlosion, Pancham, Hoopa

SBJ, Sean, and Logan talk about Pokémon Shuffle coming to iOS along with some other apps coming to both iOS and Android. We do Extreme Speed with Sean and talk about the differences between Australia Wendy's and USA's version of that restaurant too. Finally we go over Item and Pokémon of the Week! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀&nb

Jun 30, 2015 • 1:09:41

175 Snorlax, Manectric, Dragonite

SBJ, Josh, and Will talk about Pokémon Jukebox, Dragonite at Gamestop, and Nationals. We also go in depth about some berries and about a Charizard bag you can buy. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve SarumiTheme songs and

Jun 28, 2015 • 1:21:40

174 Braviary, Pikachu, Dialga

SBJ, Scott, and Will all give their thoughts on Pokémon Symphonic Evolutions! We do a full 25 min review of both the Chicago and Milwaukee shows at the 30 min mark. Prior to that, we go over the lack of E3 news for Pokémon, Super Mystery Dungeon, and Yo-Kai Watch comparisons. We also do both "Item" and "Pokémon" of the week too. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 ww

Jun 21, 2015 • 1:17:10

173 Dragonair, Giratina, Charizard

Note the first 5 mins of this episode has dogs barking, but after they stop, there is no more barking and audio is tolerable again. In this week's epsidoe... SBJ, Will, and Georgie talk about the LA Shop, the sky Pokémon winner, Pokémon Shuffle, and the Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions schedule. We also talk about E3 predicitions and our standard Pokémon of the week. Enjoy LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffe

Jun 14, 2015 • 1:11:36

172 Absol, Xerneas, Victini

SBJ, Travis, and Chris talk some LA news, some Pokémon Shuffle updates, some Japan exclusive stuff, and what Pokémon were used during the past Little Cup tournament that happened. We also cover a soft "Item of the Week" and we do a disaster covering our "Pokémon of the Week"! Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/itssupereffective LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.tw

May 31, 2015 • 1:17:56

171 Hawlucha, Regirock, Mewtwo

SBJ, Will, and Drew talk about the new Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon. We also answer listner mail and do a round of Extreme Speed with Drew. We cover our item of the week and Pokémon of the week too. Plus, we have a pro Shuffle tip. Enjoy! This episode brought to you by: pirnradio.blogspot.com Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/itssupereffective

May 21, 2015 • 1:20:44

170 Flower

SBJ, Will, and Greg talk about which flower based Pokémon is best. We talk about the new Pokémon Shuffle stages, the Nintendo annoucement for a theme park attraction, and we let you know the scoop about Russia getting into offical Pokémon tournaments now. We also get Greg's opinion on Omega Ruby/Aphla Sapphire. We end with Pokémon of the Week and Item of the Week! Enjoy. This episode brought to you by: pirnradio.blogspot.com Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itssupereffective LINKS�

May 15, 2015 • 1:23:42

169 Chill Masters

SBJ, Dallas, and Travis talk about Pokémon Shuffle, Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire sales, and the downloadable Dragonite at GameStop. We also talk about Pokémon "free for all" battles and Pokemon of the week! We also have a chill item of the week too! This episode brought to you by: http://pirnradio.blogspot.com LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www

May 7, 2015 • 1:14:55

168 The Quick Claw

SBJ and Travis record a quick episode because we lost the episode from earlier today. We talk about Gengar being added to Pokken Tournament, we talk about new Pokémon Shuffle add-ons, and we talk about Pokémon Lab. Finally we go over our Pokémon of the Week and our new Patreon coming soon. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.t

May 1, 2015 • 53:26

163 Skitty Grey

SBJ, Will, and Saul talk about the newly announced dates for the Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions tour happening this year. We also talk about a Pokémon Shuffle update, as well as, the new TCG expansion coming soon. We tackle Saul's thoughts on Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire. Finally, we end with our Item of the Week! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.

Apr 30, 2015 • 54:13

167 Live at C2E2 [2015]

SBJ presents in front over over 200 people at the 2015 Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2). In this live show, we try to blow your mind with Pokémon facts you've never heard of, as well as, tackle your questions for an awesome Q&A part of the show! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 S

Apr 25, 2015 • 54:20

166 Bulbasaur Eat World

SBJ, Will, and Vince talk about new Pokémon Centers opening in Japan and new TCG cards coming. We also talk about our thoughts on Pokémon Rumble World for the 3DS. Finally we cover an Item of the Week and a Pokémon of the Week! This weeks episode sponsored by Audible, get your free audio book by going here: www.audibletrial.com/pkmncast LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmnc

Apr 17, 2015 • 1:08:30

165 I Am The Walrein

SBJ and Travis talk about the upcoming Hoopa movie, as well as, the new Hoopa Unbound form. We also go over a bit of news regarding Pokemon Rumble and Shuffle. We do a short Midwest Gaming Classic recap too. Finally we end with our Item of the Week and our Pokemon of the Week. This weeks episode sponsored by Audible, get your free audio book by going here: http://www.audibletrial.com/pkmncast LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www

Apr 15, 2015 • 1:35:24

July Mini Episode - Dinner And A Show

SBJ and Will talk about the new Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire news regarding Super Secret Bases, Mega Metagross, and other Hoenn related items. We also cover a bit about the exciting and upcoming Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions! NOTE: This is not a full episode. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Sup

Apr 7, 2015 • 48:20

164 Fall Out Buneary

SBJ, Will, and Cody talk about some news regarding Pokémon Shuffle, a XY/OARS Patch, and Pokemon Rumble World. We touch on Mewtwo getting added to Smash soon and some parts of the Nintendo Direct. We wrap the show with Item of the Week and Pokémon of the Week! Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰&n

Apr 7, 2015 • 58:18

162 Toilet Böys Featuring Mega Slowbro

In this weeks episode... SBJ and Will go deep into Pokémon Shuffle. If you don't download Pokémon Shuffle at the end of this epsidoe, we did something wrong. That something wrong could be the toilet talk at the intro of the show... Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE

Mar 24, 2015 • 48:20

161 Dutch Kyogre

SBJ, Travis, and Will talk about some Pokémon news regarding Pokémon Shuffle, Pokémon Bank, Black & White Series 3 on Netflix and more! We also talk about GAMEFREAK's new game, Tembo, and we talk about our Item of the Week and our Pokémon of the Week too!

Mar 16, 2015 • 1:13:26

160 Nine Inch Rayquaza

This week SBJ and Will talk about Pokémon Shuffle! Should you buy it? Is it better than Candy Crush? Find out in this week's episode! We also go over some iTunes reviews, item of the week, and the little Pokémon news that was left over. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE C

Mar 4, 2015 • 1:01:00

159 Barry White To Chocolate Milk

SBJ and Travis talk about Pokemon Shuffle, our Valentine's Day Pokémon and cute Pokémon plushes. Do you drink Coca-Cola Milk? Do you like Barry White? Have you reviewed us yet in iTunes? All this and more on today's show! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, e

Feb 22, 2015 • 46:50

158 Zapdos To Love

SBJ, Logan, and Will talk about some new downloadable Pokémon if you renew your Pokémon Bank. We also talk about Logan's feelings on ORAS. We cover some listener questions from Taylor Switft to board gaming. Finally we end with Item of the Week! Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on

Feb 8, 2015 • 1:29:26

157 Terrible Quality To Very Short

Quick catch up episode. Update on minor news, Kickstarter information, PAX South, C2E2, Midwest Gaming Classic, and preparing for our all question podcast! Apologize for the audio quality in advance. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by

Feb 3, 2015 • 20:32

156 Hot Water Canada To Cold Water Japan

SBJ, Travis, and Will talk about the best selling game in Japan. We talk about both Pokémon Shuffle and Hoopa. We also touch on Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire again. Finally we have another go at our Item of the Week from the Pokemon Center. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISO

Jan 18, 2015 • 1:41:20

155 Hoenn To The New Year

SBJ, Micah, and Will talk about a ton of Pokémon news regarding a new GameFreak game, Pokémon TCG cards, the Pokémon World Tournament for 2015 in Boston and more. We also give impressions and problems about Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE

Dec 30, 2014 • 1:32:15

154 Dewford Town To Mauville City

SBJ and Micah continue on their journey in the Hoenn region to get their 3rd badge. We go shopping, we run errands, we see more and more water BUT we have a decent enough time in this decade old remake. Not even May can stop us. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHo

Dec 8, 2014 • 57:42

153 Rustboro City To Dewford Town

SBJ & Micah travel to the second Gym in Dewford Town to get the Knuckle Badge! Along the way we talk about how cool the BuzzNav is! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve SarumiTheme songs and segment jingles by Nicholas Burgess

Dec 2, 2014 • 45:23

152 Littleroot Town To Rustboro City

SBJ and Micah talk about first thoughts on Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire. We cover everything up the first Gym Badge in Rustboro City. We talk about the new features and lack of features in these new remakes for you all! #ORAS LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHost

Nov 23, 2014 • 45:30

Kickstarter Mini Episode (Full Episode)

FULL KICKSTARTER EPISODE LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve SarumiTheme songs and segment jingles by Nicholas Burgess Ad music comes from Evanto Elements Podcast artwork by Steve Sarumi

Nov 15, 2014 • 1:09:16

We Are Back Episode

We are back... now give us money... episode. Will and SBJ talk about Pokemon stuff...

Oct 27, 2014 • 54:26

151 Kanto Season Podcast Finale

It's Super Effective will be going on a small hiatus for the time being. In order to come back, we plan to launch a Kickstarter to pay for funding and time spent to produce a quality show. LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHosted, edited, and produced by Steve Saru

Aug 10, 2014 • 1:42:25

Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions

In this epsidoe we feature all 8 samples songs for the Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions concerts. The producers running the event sent us over all the music for ISE listeners to hear in one place! Enjoy!

Aug 4, 2014 • 16:56

150 How To Hit A Milestone [Featuring Serebii]

Featuring Joe from Serebii. This episode features an interview with Joe (webmaster) of Serebii.net. SBJ, Will, and Joe talk about recent Pokémon news regarding the Pokemon Center and Pokemon Nationals. We also ask Joe the hard hitting questions about how Serebii works and it's history.

Jul 5, 2014 • 1:22:10

149 How To Answer Your Questions

SBJ, Logan, and Travis talk about PokemonCenter.com and news regarding Nationals. We also cover some Mega Sableye and your questions pulled from both Twitter and Facebook. Two hours of Pokémon content! Enjoy!

Jul 3, 2014 • 2:05:12

148 How To Not Talk About Pokémon

We cover the Nintendo Digital Event + Pokémon stuff here. SBJ, Jay, Saul, and Will talk about a lot of non-Pokémon stuff leading into new information about Ruby and Sapphire. These games debut this November. Enjoy the show! :D LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHost

Jun 17, 2014 • 1:44:18

147 How To Mega Mudkip

SBJ, Andrew, Will, and Travis talk about the new CoroCoro scans for the upcoming Omega and Alpha games. We also talk about some new TCG sets, new Anime on Netflix, and Pokémon Organs hitting iTunes. We also read some listener mail too! Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPI

Jun 8, 2014 • 1:37:15

146 How To Explore Flame Country

Travis and SBJ read iTunes reviews. We also talk about Lego Pokémon, the lack of Hoenn remake news, and tournaments annoucned for the VGC this year. You ready for the Halloween Cup coming? How about the all Eevee battles? We tackle those questions this episode!

May 20, 2014 • 1:18:22

145 How To Get To Hoenn

It's here. Well... something is. SBJ, Travis, and Logan talk about Pokémon TV coming to Kindle Fire, Pokémon Toys coming to McDonalds, and we talk about the Pokémon Art Academy 3DS app. Oh yea... we talk about these "new" Pokémon games coming worldwide this fall.

May 13, 2014 • 1:00:12

144 How To C2E2 (Live Show)

SBJ presents "What You Didn't Know About Pokémon" at C2E2 with a quick hello from Veronica Taylor (voice of Ash Ketchum). This show took place on April 27th, 2014 and had an audience of up to 300 people.

Apr 28, 2014 • 50:23

143 How To Smash In

This week SBJ, Travis, and Kenny cover the news about the new Pokémon in Smash Brothers for Wii U and 3DS. We also go over our experience at the Midwest Gaming Classic. Finally, like always, we end with our Pokémon of the week!

Apr 22, 2014 • 1:10:43

142 How To Rock Midwest Gaming Classic [Live Show]

SBJ, Irene, David, Travis, Kay, Kenny, and Aaron and give thoughts about the 2104 Midwest Gaming Classic recorded live at the show. Share our mini experiences with you about how the show went!

Apr 14, 2014 • 21:40

141 How To Lose Regionals

SBJ, Logan, Travis, and Will talk about Pokémon in Smash, Regionals, and Aagron. We also talk other stuff regarding Pokémon adn Will does a lot of talking about cute dudes. It's kinda a show?

Apr 8, 2014 • 1:35:18

140 Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers Of IVs And Explorers Of Darkness

SBJ, David, and Logan talk Pokemon news from Google to TCG to to Netrunner to actual Pokémon stuff. Travis then joins us for the second half to talk about Pokémon IVs and the system of breeding. Finally we end with Porygon Z for our Pokémon of the week!

Apr 1, 2014 • 2:09:20

139 Pokemon Battle Trozei

SBJ, Wil (classic Wil), and Travis cover a TON of Pokémon news. We go over Twitch Plays Pokémon, C2E2 stuff, Pokemon Soccer (Futball) stuff, and even more in this jam packed news heavy epsiode. We also tackle your Pokémon of the Week with some surprising

Mar 25, 2014 • 1:19:33

138 Pokémon Trading Card Community

SBJ, Travis, and Will talk about the current news regarding Pokémon Monopoly, the new XY Movie, the custom made Honedge sword and more. We also talk about the 2014 State TCG tournament and TCG players as a whole. We also talk about our Pokémon of the Week!

Mar 12, 2014 • 1:27:38

137.5 Mini Episode

SBJ talks about Pokémon on Netflix and some new TCG cards and the new website redesign. Also touch on Pokémon Monopoly and Twtich Plays Pokémon! #TPP

Mar 4, 2014 • 23:27

137 Pokémon Yellow: Special Dig Rat Edition

SBJ and Travis talk about Twitch Plays Pokémon. We talk about the UK Tournament coming up and a 3DS deal where you can get Pokémon for free upon purchase. We also talk about Bloody Sunday and our Lord the Helix Fossil. Enjoy! LINKS🌐 www.pkmncast.com👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast📝 www.reddit.com/r/supereffective🐦 www.twitter.com/pkmncast🎥 www.youtube.com/pkmncast📀 www.tiktok.com/@pkmncast💰 Support on PatreonEPISODE CREDITSHoste

Feb 24, 2014 • 1:38:40

136 Pokémon Twitch Red

SBJ, Travis, and Will talk about Pokémon news regarding Dancie, Pokemon Trozei, and the Ruby/Sapphire Soundtrack in iTunes. We also talk about Twitch plays Pokémon Red/Blue on Twitch.tv. Finaly we do our Pokémon of the Week plus we read your iTunes reviews too.

Feb 17, 2014 • 1:31:52

135 Learn With Pokémon: Bank Adventure

This episode SBJ and Will talk about Pokémon Bank, the new Pokédex Book, the online Pokémon tournament happening, and more! Also, if you leave us a review in iTunes, we will read it on the air! Enjoy!

Feb 11, 2014 • 1:02:50

134 My Pokémon Super Salty Ranch

This episode SBJ and Will talk about Pokémon on Hulu, the new XY TCG Set, the Pokémon website redesign, and Pokémon Bank. We also go over some iTunes reviews and talk about our Pokémon of the Week: Oddish! Enjoy!

Feb 5, 2014 • 1:07:52

133 Hey You! Glitchachu

Travis, Kenny, and Andrew talk about some tips and tricks in Pokémon X and Y. They also cover some Pokémon news regarding Pokémon Bank and some more stuff. Finally they tackle our Pokémon of the Week. Sorry for the audio quality in this episode! Enjoy!

Jan 27, 2014 • 51:15

132 Pokémon XD: Gale Of Sales Numbers

Travis, Will, Andrew, and SBJ talk about Pokémon Bank, PGL stuff, Dreamworld closing, and what we didn't like about Pokémon XY. We also talk about Pokémon of the Week and give shout outs to everyone who left us iTunes reviews.

Jan 11, 2014 • 1:21:52

131 Pokémon Dash Central

In this 2014 episode. SBJ, Will, and Travis talk about rumors regarding two new Pokémon games named "Plus" and "Minus". We also talk about a Pokémon inspired music video. Finally... we share our thoughts on the Kalos Elite 4 and Champion.

Jan 7, 2014 • 1:22:47