Best Parent’s Guide To Pokémon Podcasts (2025)

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Buy A Box Of Nails and Pokemon Cards At The Same Time 40:29

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8d ago40:29

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Jim, Megan, and Christian are back, and it’s one of those episodes that hits every corner of the Pokémon universe. From Megan’s heroic quest to secure a sleeping Vaporeon plush to Pokémon cards now showing up at Lowe’s (yes, really), this week’s conversation spirals into cozy chaos. The crew dives deep into PokéPark Kanto, Pokémon’s newest real-wor…

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We’re All Just Waiting for a Bigger Trash Can to Hide In 43:30

15d ago43:30

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This week on That Pokémon Podcast, Jim, Christian, and Megan dig into the messy brilliance of Pokémon Legends: ZA. From the game’s frustrating sneaking system to the brutal wild zones ruled by angry Alpha Pokemon, the crew debates what worked, what didn’t, and why again the price might’ve been too much. Then, they dive into the weird world of paten…

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Why Pokémon Legends Z-A Works (Even If You Think It Doesn’t) 43:45

22d ago43:45

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Jim Viscardi and Christian Hoffer dive headfirst into the discourse surrounding Pokémon Legends ZA, defending its art style, dissecting its world design, and breaking down why it’s the best-looking Pokémon game yet. The two debate the $70 price tag, highlight how the game’s story and characters outshine its supposed “graphics problem,” and compare …

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Pokémon ZA Is Unhinged (And We Love It) 54:13

29d ago54:13

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This week, Jim, Megan, and Christian dive headfirst into Pokémon Legends: ZA, breaking down everything from its wild NPC dialogue to its surprisingly adult tone and darker storytelling. The crew debates whether the $70 price tag is justified, compares the world-building to Arceus and Scarlet/Violet, and confesses which Pokémon have been jump-scarin…

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The Great Pokémon Leak and the Moon Society of Clefairy 45:03

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The Pokémon world just exploded and we’re here for every chaotic detail. Jim Viscardi and Christian Hoffer dig into the massive Pokémon Legends: ZA leaks (without spoiling the story), breaking down the new Mega Evolutions, rumored Gen 10 games, and the wild idea of a full-on Pokémon MMO. Plus, we unpack the latest updates to Pokémon TCG Pocket, che…

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When Pokemon Die, Do They Become Gastlys? 22:09

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It’s one of those weeks where the Pokémon world feels like a fever dream. GameStop points the finger at The Pokémon Company over the shiny code fiasco, the new TCG Pocket set has collectors in open revolt, and OpenAI’s “Sora 2” has fans literally animating Pokémon movies out of thin air. If thats not enough, how about some chat about Pokémon graves…

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Why Is There No Possum Pokemon Yet? 36:47

1M ago36:47

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This week on That Pokémon Podcast, Jim, Megan, and Christian dive deep into the latest Pokémon TCG chaos. From a bizarrely short-lived TCG Pocket Deluxe Packs EX set to the jaw-dropping $11,000 pull rates for Mega Gardevoir and Mega Lucario, we break down the craziness in the TCG space. Plus, the scalper-fueled mess of shiny giveaways, and a surpri…

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Palworld Farm Reveal, Pokémon Museum Event, and LEGO Starter Sets 48:16

2M ago48:16

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This week on That Pokémon Podcast, Jim, Christian, and Megan dive headfirst into another chaotic stretch of Pokémon news. We break down The Pokémon Company’s latest museum partnership with the British Natural History Museum (and the scalper nightmares it might unleash), react to the Department of Homeland Security’s bizarre Pokémon-themed promo, an…

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Mega Raichu Madness, Pokémon Pokepia Revealed, and a $4 Million Card Sale 53:09

2M ago53:09

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This week on That Pokémon Podcast, Jim and Christian dive into a jam-packed week of Pokémon news straight out of the latest Nintendo Direct. We break down the shocking announcement of Pokémon Legends ZA launching with DLC, including the debut of not one but TWO Mega Raichu forms, Mega Malamar, and new Mega starters. We also react to the reveal of P…

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My Friend Malamar, Phantasmal Flames & Is Spearow A Cannibal? 36:27

2M ago36:27

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This week on That Pokémon Podcast, Jim, Christian, and Megan dive into the hypnotic chaos of Mega Malamar’s viral takeover, break down the details of the upcoming Phantasmal Flames TCG set (and what a smaller set really means for collectors), and preview the new Mega Venusaur and Kangaskhan cards. Plus, we weigh in on the new Pokemon immersive even…

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Pokémon LEGO, Mega Evolutions, and Lucha Libre Surprises! 52:57

3M ago52:57

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Jim and Christian are back with a jam-packed episode of That Pokémon Podcast! From the latest unofficial reveals of the upcoming Pokémon LEGO sets (including a massive build) to Mega Evolutions crashing into Pokémon Unite, we cover all the latest news shaking up the Pokémon world. Plus! Hatsune Miku’s Pokémon concert, the debut of Mega Hawlucha in …

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Mega Victreebel, Pokémon Secluded Springs, Pokémon GO Level 80 & More! 40:24

3M ago40:24

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Mega Victreebel is here and it’s one of the wildest Mega Evolutions yet. In this episode of That Pokémon Podcast, Jim and Christian react to the creepy horror-style reveal trailer, debate if Pokémon should finally make a true horror game, and break down the hidden cameo of the Kalos ghost girl from Pokémon X & Y. We also cover all the big Pokémon n…

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Fort Knox Might Be Nothing But Charizard Cards In A Few Years 55:00

3M ago55:00

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This week on That Pokémon Podcast, Jim Viscardi, Megan Peters, and Christian Hoffer break down all the wild announcements coming out of Pokémon Worlds 2025. To maybe only a few people's surprise, we got a new Charizard card (already destined to break wallets)! We dive into Pokémon Legends ZA’s four-player battle mode, Pokémon Champions' new role as…

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McDonald’s Card Chaos, Palworld Copied Pokemon So Palland Copied Palworld & a Pokémon Sea Shanty? 47:24

3M ago47:24

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This week on That Pokémon Podcast, Jim, Christian, and Megan dive into the wild world of Pokémon news you didn’t know you needed. From McDonald’s Japan pulling a Happy Meal promo after scalpers trashed the food for the cards, to Mega Gengar’s game-changing TCG ability, to a Milwaukee Brewers rookie pulling a base set Charizard on camera, it’s a mix…

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New Gold Cards, Gooey Bits & Pokémon Soup 54:12

4M ago54:12

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We’re back with another jam-packed episode of That Pokémon Podcast! This week, Jim Viscardi, Megan Peters, and Christian Hoffer talk about Megan's new Violet playthrough, shiny terra-raids, and the latest Pokémon TCG updates! How about those sleek new Mega Rare gold cards? We dive into the new Pokémon x Uniqlo fashion collab, why some Pokémon have …

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Mega Evolutions, Shonen Jump Collabs, and Pikachu Sherbet 1:01:47

4M ago1:01:47

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We’re back with episode 2 of That Pokémon Podcast, and this one’s packed. Jim Viscardi, Megan Peters, are back from San Diego Comic-Con while Christian Hoffer held the fort down and kick things off with a deep dive into the Squirtle Squad plush chaos and the bizarrely edible vibes of Pikachu ice cream. We dig into the upcoming Shonen Jump x Pokémon…

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Everything Announced in the Latest Pokémon Presents (Plus a New Mobile Obsession) 1:10:48

4M ago1:10:48

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We’re back. Same crew, new name. Welcome to That Pokémon Podcast. Jim Viscardi, Megan Peters, and Christian Hoffer are back and they're kicking things off with a breakdown of the latest Pokémon Presents, including Pokémon Legends ZA, Mega Evolutions (hi, Mega Dragonite), and all the weird vibes of Pokémon France. We talk the return of Pokémon Conci…

Parent’s Guide To Pokémon Podcasts

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That Pokemon Podcast

Jim Viscardi, Megan Peters & Christian Hoffer

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Buy A Box Of Nails and Pokemon Cards At The Same Time 40:29

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We’re All Just Waiting for a Bigger Trash Can to Hide In 43:30

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Why Pokémon Legends Z-A Works (Even If You Think It Doesn’t) 43:45

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Pokémon ZA Is Unhinged (And We Love It) 54:13

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The Great Pokémon Leak and the Moon Society of Clefairy 45:03

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When Pokemon Die, Do They Become Gastlys? 22:09

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Why Is There No Possum Pokemon Yet? 36:47

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Palworld Farm Reveal, Pokémon Museum Event, and LEGO Starter Sets 48:16

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Mega Raichu Madness, Pokémon Pokepia Revealed, and a $4 Million Card Sale 53:09

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My Friend Malamar, Phantasmal Flames & Is Spearow A Cannibal? 36:27

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Pokémon LEGO, Mega Evolutions, and Lucha Libre Surprises! 52:57

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Mega Victreebel, Pokémon Secluded Springs, Pokémon GO Level 80 & More! 40:24

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Fort Knox Might Be Nothing But Charizard Cards In A Few Years 55:00

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McDonald’s Card Chaos, Palworld Copied Pokemon So Palland Copied Palworld & a Pokémon Sea Shanty? 47:24

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New Gold Cards, Gooey Bits & Pokémon Soup 54:12

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Mega Evolutions, Shonen Jump Collabs, and Pikachu Sherbet 1:01:47

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Everything Announced in the Latest Pokémon Presents (Plus a New Mobile Obsession) 1:10:48