That Pokemon Podcast
Film, TV & Pop Culture
About
That Pokémon Podcast is your new favorite stop for all things Pokémon. Whether you're a parent trying to decode what your kid means when they say "shiny hunting," a 90s kid with intense memories of choosing Charmander in Pokémon Red, or someone deep in the world of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, Pokémon GO, Pokémon main line games, or even Pokémon Unite. This is the realest and most accessible Pokémon podcast on the internet. We break down the latest Pokémon news, TCG drops, mobile game events, anime updates, Nintendo Switch game releases, and dive into the nostalgia of the OG Game Boy classics. Whether you're a Poké-parent, Poké-pro, or Poké-newbie, we’ve got something for you. From Pikachu to Paldea, this is the Pokémon podcast that actually speaks your language. Subscribe now and catch 'em all, insights, laughs, and maybe a shiny or two. Discord: https://discord.gg/BT3w92RE8P Patreon: https://patreon.com/thatpokemonpodcast Logo & album art designed by Adam Barnhardt
Episodes
- Did You Get A Pokemon Starter Jacket? We Sure Didn't.
On That Pokémon Podcast, hosts Jim Viscardi and Christian Hoffer explore the current chaos in Pokémon collecting, covering scalpers, the Pokémon card market, and collector culture. They also touch on related topics like manga collecting, n…
- Incineroar still won't die.
This episode of That Pokemon Podcast covers Pokopia's financial impact, Nintendo hardware speculation, the Pokémon Night Out event, recent merchandise, competitive play featuring Incineroar, and news from Pokémon GO.
- We Need To Talk About Pokemon Champions
That Pokemon Podcast returns to discuss the problematic launch of Pokemon Champions, noting missing features and technical issues. They also review the new Pokemon pinball machine, Pokemon GO's MLB collaboration, a LEGO contest, card marke…
- Slowbro Is The Michael Myers Of The Pokemon Universe
On That Pokémon Podcast, the hosts discuss the game Pokopia, its addictive nature, and whether it was undersold. They also cover Pokémon Champions, TCG Pocket pulls, Gale of Darkness issues, and the mystery of Slowpoke.
- We Might Retitle The Show To "That Pokopia Podcast"
This episode focuses on the game Pokopia, discussing its gameplay, player-created content, and why it's considered a top Pokémon experience. The hosts also cover recent news regarding Niantic, Pokémon GO data, TCG Pocket, and LEGO Pokémon.
- Pokopia Is Out… and Jim's Switch Is Dead
The That Pokemon Podcast crew discusses the release of Pokopia, sharing early impressions and comparing it to Animal Crossing. They also cover Pokémon Unite updates, LEGO leaks, the Pokémon Fossil Exhibit, and a surprising fact about Geodu…
- Pokémon Day 2026: WE RIDE FOR POMBON
On Pokémon Day 2026, That Pokemon Podcast discusses the Pokémon Presents, including Pokéopia, Pokémon Winds & Waves, new starters, and the return of Gale of Darkness. They debate potential new game mechanics and release dates.
- Pokémon Pinball Is Real… But We Have Questions
This episode covers Logan Paul's $16.492 million Pikachu card sale, the new Pokémon Pinball machine and its design, and why Pokémon TCG Pocket remaining casual might be a good outcome. It also touches on 30th Anniversary merch, the dev tea…
- OMG OMG OMG Is Fire Red & Leaf Green Actually Coming To The Switch 2?
The podcast discusses the Pokémon Super Bowl commercial, upcoming events, new LEGO sets, the game Pokéopia, and rumors about FireRed and LeafGreen potentially coming to the Switch. They also touch on Mewtwo in Pokémon GO and a PokéFact abo…
- Poké Park Kanto Impressions, Universal’s Pokémon Future & LEGO Chaos
This episode of That Pokémon Podcast covers impressions of Poké Park Kanto, Universal Studios' potential Pokémon experience, and the Natural History Museum's Pokécology exhibit. It also discusses Pokémon Legends ZA sales, LEGO Pokémon leak…
- Chunky Pikachu Saves Us While LEGO Prices Kill Us
That Pokemon Podcast discusses expensive Pokemon LEGO sets, the return of a chunky Pikachu plush, and Pokemon store robberies. They also touch on Pokemon Champions, transferable Pokemon, and an uncomfortable Pokemon Company news story, end…
- LEGO Pokémon Finally Arrives (and It’s Expensive)
This episode reviews the first official LEGO Pokémon sets, discussing the large Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise builds, the Eevee and Pikachu sets, and LEGO's Smart Bricks technology. It also touches on a significant Pokémon card robber…
- LEGO Pokémon, Pinball Pokémon, and One Extremely Angry Monkey
This episode covers a wide range of Pokémon news and rumors, including potential pinball and LEGO sets, McDonald's promotions, Gen 10 details, Pokémon Go issues, and the state of Pokémon card collecting, concluding with a surprising Pokémo…
- Every New Mega Revealed Plus a $550,000 Charizard
This episode of That Pokémon Podcast covers the Pokémon TCG Pocket, new Mega Evolutions like Mega Absol Z and Mega Garchomp Z, and a significant $550,000 sale of a first-edition Charizard. The hosts also delve into the collector market, Po…
- I’m Not Telling You to Buy Kabuto Cards… But Also Maybe I Am
This episode of That Pokémon Podcast covers the Kabuto King's unusual market activity, Logan Paul's role in a $51,000 auction, and the Perfect Order TCG set. It also touches on Pokémon GO news and a mystery Alpha Charizard.
- Look At How They Massacred My Boy + A Crazy Gamestop TCG Story
This week's That Pokémon Podcast covers the controversial Mega Lucario Z design, new mechanics and Mega Mewtwo in Pokémon Legends ZA, and the Ascended Heroes card set. The hosts also discuss Pokémon boba tea, Diglett lore, and a significan…
- Who’s Cheating in the TCG and Why Is GameStop Mad About Scales?
This episode of That Pokémon Podcast covers the latest Pokémon TCG news, including a potential 30th anniversary set and a competitive disqualification. Hosts also discuss Post Malone's performance, GameStop banning pack weighers, and other…
- Uh, Is Pokopia a Dark Pokemon Future?
Hosts discuss recent Pokemon news including Mega Zeraora, the potential future of Kanto in Pokopia, life-size Lucario plushies, and high-value Charizard cards in the new TCG set. They also delve into Pokemon biology speculation.
- Buy A Box Of Nails and Pokemon Cards At The Same Time
The hosts discuss various Pokemon topics including Pokemon cards being sold at Lowe's, the PokéPark Kanto attraction, and new mechanics in the Mega Dimensions DLC. They also touch on Nintendo Game Keys and share a surprising fact about Odd…
- We’re All Just Waiting for a Bigger Trash Can to Hide In
This episode of That Pokémon Podcast features a discussion on Pokémon Legends: ZA, covering its gameplay and design. It also delves into Nintendo's patents, TCG scalping, Mega Evolution lore, and the financial success of Pokémon TCG Pocket.
- Why Pokémon Legends Z-A Works (Even If You Think It Doesn’t)
Jim Viscardi and Christian Hoffer discuss the design and reception of Pokémon Legends: Z-A. The episode also covers Pokémon TCG Pocket download milestones, a new short film, and other series-related topics.
- Pokémon ZA Is Unhinged (And We Love It)
This episode of That Pokemon Podcast features Jim, Megan, and Christian discussing Pokémon Legends: ZA, covering its dialogue, tone, price, and world-building compared to other games. They also share personal experiences with jump-scares a…
- The Great Pokémon Leak and the Moon Society of Clefairy
Hosts Jim Viscardi and Christian Hoffer discuss the significant leaks surrounding Pokémon Legends: ZA, including new Mega Evolutions and potential Gen 10 games. They also touch on rumors of a Pokémon MMO, TCG Pocket updates, and ponder if…
- When Pokemon Die, Do They Become Gastlys?
The hosts discuss recent Pokemon news, including a GameStop dispute and the TCG Pocket set. They also delve into the topic of Pokemon graves and cemeteries, and share a Nidoran fact connecting Pokemon to One Piece.
- Why Is There No Possum Pokemon Yet?
This episode of That Pokémon Podcast covers the latest Pokémon TCG news, including chaotic pack releases and high-value pulls. Hosts Jim, Megan, and Christian also discuss scalper issues, shiny giveaways, and the ongoing question of why th…
- Palworld Farm Reveal, Pokémon Museum Event, and LEGO Starter Sets
This episode of That Pokémon Podcast covers recent Pokémon news, including a British Natural History Museum partnership, the Palworld farming sim trailer, and LEGO leaks. Hosts also discuss Pokémon Unite, Pokémon Go Tour, and a Pikachu des…
- Mega Raichu Madness, Pokémon Pokepia Revealed, and a $4 Million Card Sale
This week on That Pokémon Podcast, hosts Jim and Christian cover Pokémon Legends ZA DLC featuring new Mega forms, the Animal Crossing-style spin-off Pokepia, and a $4 million Illustrator Pikachu card sale. They also discuss Demon Slayer's…
- My Friend Malamar, Phantasmal Flames & Is Spearow A Cannibal?
This episode of That Pokémon Podcast covers Mega Malamar
- Pokémon LEGO, Mega Evolutions, and Lucha Libre Surprises!
This episode of That Pokémon Podcast covers unofficial Pokémon LEGO set reveals, Mega Evolutions in Pokémon Unite, a Hatsune Miku concert, and a wrestling-style debut of Mega Hawlucha. It also features a discussion about Rattata and Alolan…
- Mega Victreebel, Pokémon Secluded Springs, Pokémon GO Level 80 & More!
This episode covers the Mega Victreebel reveal trailer, the new Pokémon TCG Pocket Secluded Springs set, a Pokémon GO level cap increase to 80, and various other Pokémon news including McDonald's promos and Pokémon Concierge.
- Fort Knox Might Be Nothing But Charizard Cards In A Few Years
On That Pokémon Podcast, hosts Jim Viscardi, Megan Peters, and Christian Hoffer review the 2025 Pokémon Worlds announcements. Topics include a new Charizard card, Pokémon Legends ZA’s four-player battle mode, Pokémon Champions, and the Pok…
- McDonald’s Card Chaos, Palworld Copied Pokemon So Palland Copied Palworld & a Pokémon Sea Shanty?
This episode of That Pokémon Podcast covers the McDonald's Japan card promotion issues, TCG news like Mega Gengar's ability, new Squishmallows, a Pokemon sea shanty, and the Palworld/Palland situation.
- New Gold Cards, Gooey Bits & Pokémon Soup
That Pokémon Podcast covers new Gold Cards, shiny Pokémon, the Pokémon x Uniqlo fashion collaboration, the TCG art plagiarism scandal, Shonen Jump's strategy, and collectible Campbell's soup.
- Mega Evolutions, Shonen Jump Collabs, and Pikachu Sherbet
This episode of That Pokémon Podcast covers various Pokémon topics, including Mega Evolutions, Shonen Jump collaborations, Pikachu ice cream, and merchandise. The hosts also discuss the Pokémon Trading Card Game, potential issues with TCG…
- Everything Announced in the Latest Pokémon Presents (Plus a New Mobile Obsession)
The hosts discuss recent Pokémon announcements, including Pokémon Legends ZA and Mega Evolutions, alongside news about Pokémon Concierge and Pokémon Go. They also touch upon a new mobile game and other Pokémon-related media.