Best Tcg Collecting Podcasts (2025)

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Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Cards | The Mana Pool #734 2:12:22

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The dorks dive back into the Spider-Man (and the Through the Omenpaths digital nonsense version) Magic set to pick out a mess of cards to talk about. As usual with Universes Beyond stuff, we're talking about what the cards do and what they represent from the source material. Radioactive spider blood! Become a Lifeguard on Patreon! – patreon.com/the…

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8-4. Grimmothy Snarl 1:15:14

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The boys discuss the results from Pittsburgh Regionals including JW's first ever Top 32 finish with Grimmsnarl / Froslass! They also take a look at the new Mega Evolution format, which will debut in the West at the Full Grip Games 6k event on 9/27/2025 - 9/28/2025. Tickets are still available for the event at https://www.fullgripgames.com…

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Sniffly (feat. Silksong, Easy Delivery Co, Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter, and more!) 1:47:05

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Huddle up for warmth, grab a handkerchief, and turn off your computer terminal. Maybe just take this ride easy, you're not getting paid more to rush. Discussed: Brendon is sniffly, Yakuza 0 bonus, Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter, Easy Delivery Co, Mycopunk, Silksong Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Buy some merch if you'd like: https://…

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

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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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Doing Whatever A Spider Can | The Mana Pool #733 1:55:08

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The dorks swing over to both the Spider-Man set and the Arena non-Spidey version at the same time to discuss what the new set looks like. Spider-Man mechanics article - https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/feature/spider-man-mechanics Become a Lifeguard on Patreon! – patreon.com/themanapool Podcast RSS Feed: themanapool.libsyn.com/rss YouTube: youtube…

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8-3. Tera-Stocks 1:19:56

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In today's episode, Andrew and JW take a critical look at the post-Worlds format and draw conclusions for how the metagame will shift heading into Pittsburgh.

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

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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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Taking Out the Buzz (feat. Peak, Story of Seasons, Silksong, and more) 1:32:04

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Does anyone else hear that low buzzing sound when the residents of Mineral Town talk? Or are my ears still ringing from my last encounter with Mayor Felix? Time will tell, I suppose. Discussed: We’re both sick, Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar, what makes communities in games feel alive, games about being a shopkeeper, Neopets, Mayor Felix, PEAK, Fri…

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okay but you HAD to have known this one was coming (thanks to anonyman in the discord for the screenshot) ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By Stephen Hilger + Brendon Bigley

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Al, A.I., & Classic Games | Dorks Just Chatting 1:48:24

14d ago1:48:24

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The dorks called an audible this week, so here's the Dorks Just Chatting that resulted. We're all over the place this week, talking about Weird Al, how AI art isn't art and how AI just sucks in general, Brian's long-forgotten first RPG waaaay back on the NES, how Chewie has been playing two classic game compilations, a few weird combat encounters i…

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A Podcast Episode About Hollow Knight: Silksong 1:55:32

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Silksong is out! So, what do we wish for now? Discussed: Hollow Knight: Silksong Find us everywhere: https://intothecast.online Buy some merch if you'd like: https://shop.intothecast.online Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast --- Follow Stephen Hilger: https://bsky.app/profile/stephenhilger.bsky.social Follow Brendon Bigley: https…

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8-2. The Fall and Rise and Fall of Gino Lombardi 1:17:22

15d ago1:17:22

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In today's episode, Andrew and JW cover the fallout from Andrew's latest Youtube video on Gino Lombardi including what went down and where Andrew goes from here. Disclaimer: This episode briefly touches on sensitive topics like unwarranted sexual messages and pedophilia.

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

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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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That's Gilded (feat. Kirby, Story of Seasons, and more!) 1:27:23

26d ago1:27:23

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Now THIS is what I call GILDED! Discussed: The calm before the storm, Silksong, Everybody’s Golf Hot Shots, Mario Golf and Sports RPGs, replaying games as different characters, game adaptions, Kirby and the Forgotten Land + Star-Crossed World, when it’s fun to be a completionist, family, The Gilded Age, New Moon in theaters, Road Trip to the End of…

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

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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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The Port Aether Shore Leave Society | August 2025 1:19:59

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Hello and welcome to the very first edition of The Port Aether Shore Leave Society, a new monthly show where we'll be talking about anything — video game or otherwise! We wanted to give everyone an idea of what Shore Leave will be like going forward, but all future episodes will be available each month for patrons at the $5 tier and above: https://…

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Cryptids - The Truth Is Out There | The Mana Pool #732 2:37:46

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The dorks take on the existence of creatures that science doesn't support, known as cryptids. We're picking out some of them to talk about in a bit more depth, explaining what they are and why they probably don't exist. If there are any more weird stuff topics you want us to talk about be sure to let us know! Become a Lifeguard on Patreon! – patreo…

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8-1. Everything and Nothing 1:16:59

1M ago1:16:59

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The boys discuss Andrew's upcoming documentary release as well as new products that will shake up the collector market. Plus, is AI really that bad?

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From Batter to Brickman (feat. VOID/BREAKER, Road Trip to the End of the World, and more!) 2:01:08

1M ago2:01:08

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The Batter may be mean and the Brickman may be scary. But Silksong is coming out. And video games...are still good. "Why Silksong Took Seven Years to Make" by Jason Schreier Memoria's great video about day-old steam games "Hollow Knight Is One Of The Best Games You'll Play This Year" by Joshua Rivera "As the Trails series' ending is in sight, Nihon…

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

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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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Dream Green (feat. Metal Gear Solid, Is This Seat Taken, Sky the Scraper, and more!) 1:55:12

1M ago1:55:12

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We're back! And we somehow have too many games to fit into one episode. Discussed: The PSP Premiere, Patreon Updates, Metal Gear Solid, The Adventures of Elliot, Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster, Is This Seat Taken?, Öoo, Tiny Bookshop, Sky the Scraper, and games we're playing for next week Robin's review of Öoo: https://www.inverse.com/ga…

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7-41. Spot On 1:08:30

1M ago1:08:30

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In today's episode, Riley, Andrew, and JW recap the Worlds 2025 experience in Anaheim! From the incredible storylines to the amazing production, hear their takeaways from the games most impressive tournament to date.

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

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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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The Ramifications of Going to Space | The Mana Pool #731 2:19:08

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The dorks head back into the Edge of Eternities gallery, poking around at cards in the set that are neat and tripping into tangents along the way. After a while we pause our gallery perusal and start discussing some of the potential ramifications of EoE and its setting and mechanics. Will we be coming back to the Edge in the future? Will spaceships…

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8-40. The Definitive Worlds Tierlist 1:23:00

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Riley and JW break down what to expect from the World Championships in this weekend in Anaheim including some archetypes that may surprise you...

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Into the Aether VIII: The Sony PlayStation Portable 6:38:31

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Welcome to the eighth season of Into the Aether! For this season premiere, we will be discussing our favorite games for the Sony PlayStation Portable. The PSP was a very special console and is still a joy to play. Some might say it's the "Walkman of the 21st Century." As always, thank you all so much for listening to and supporting the show. Whethe…

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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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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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Magic...IN SPACE! | The Mana Pool #730 2:17:24

2M ago2:17:24

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The dorks return to take their first (and possibly only) look at Edge of Eternities! Because of real life we haven't actually seen terribly much of the set, so a lot of this will be our first reactions to some of the more spicy cards that Twitch chat suggested. At the end, Mike & Chewie sorta forgot they hadn't ended the episode and moved to the Od…

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7-39. Amish Paradise 1:11:14

2M ago1:11:14

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In this week's episode, the boys discuss the evolving BLK / WHT metagame including a new deck that is making waves, along with some Pokemon Pocket controversy!

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

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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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7-38. Boss Boss Game 1:28:49

2M ago1:28:49

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In this episode, the boys break down all the latest Pokemon news including the Full Grip Base-Neo tournament and newly revealed MEGA Pokemon!

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Text or Pins? (feat. Cobalt Core, He is Coming, and more!) 1:33:52

2M ago1:33:52

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When will they make a two-sided SD card that always lands text? Discussed: PSPrequel on Patreon, upcoming flights to Jersey, flipping an SD card, Cobalt Core, StarVaders, FTL, He is Coming, Loop Hero, whether or not roguelikes need to be infinite, Void Stranger, Stephen finishing The Hundred Line, games with multiple endings, Sacred Stones, the bes…

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

2M 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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Geeks Only Gabbing | Dorks Just Chatting 2:05:41

2M ago2:05:41

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With Brian still on a boat, the remaining dorks return to just talk about whatever comes to mind! We touch on the recent celebrity deaths before heading into video games we've been playing lately. We spend a fair amount of time on Baldur's Gate 3 since two of us have been playing it (and it's really freakin' good). We complain about Windows 11 hard…

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7-37. MEGA 1:13:58

2M ago1:13:58

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In this week's episode, the boys take a look at the new information released from the morning's Pokemon Presents presentation! New cards, new art, and plenty to discuss.