Pikapi Podcast

Eppisode 376: Evolution Abusion Confusion!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:50:00 -0400

If there are fossils, there will be a Jurassic Park reference. At least these scientists seem to have good intentions. I talk language and communication, Japan memories and my little brother's cross-dressing phase. Big sister energy right there, but we meet a whole lot of pokemon today, so buckle up! Tune in to listen!

Episode 375: Drakeside/Gone

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 4 Feb 2026 12:56:00 -0500

Ash is turning into a pretty seasoned competitor, and with that new confidence from the Mossdeep Gym, he faces off against his truest rival: Hubris. A member of the Elite Four shows up, and thinks Ash could use a little mentoring. Luckily, the second hand embarrassment is not quite as bad as it's been before, so, Character Growth! Click here to hear how it all plays out!

Episode 374: Necessity Is The Mother Of Move Invention!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 22:37:00 -0500

Ash invents a move. It's bonkers, it's dumb, I love it. And it happens mid gym battle in a golden blaze of glory. Tune in to hear about Thunder Armor!

Episode 373: Star Trek, Advanced Generation!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 3 Jan 2026 11:23:00 -0500

Corphish almost gets launched into space, Max and half of the new gym leader recreate the plot of Space Camp, nepotism is rampant in Mossdeep City and Ash is just sick over not being able to have a gym battle. Through it all, we never actually see an alien. It's a whole lot of chaos, here on Pikapi Podcast!

Episode 372: The World In Which They Clash!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Fri, 5 Dec 2025 12:32:00 -0500

What is Evil!Pikachu's goal, or is it really that evil at all? The epic two parter concludes, with some Team Leaders not having a change of heart, Lance not having any spare men in the G-men, and Ash having to do very little heroing but still finding a way to put himself in danger. Misty, this was your chance to claim your destiny... Tune in to listen!

Episode 371: Lest These Titans Wreak Destruction...

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 21:37:00 -0500

The main bads of the region are getting together for a parlay, and it feels a lot like the plot of a certain movie. There's ocean gods, glowing orbs, clashing titans... it probably sounds familiar to Ash, and since Actual!Chosen One Misty isn't stepping up, it might be up to him to do something about it. But something's in the water in Hoenn, Pikachu's going crazy again? How much friendly fire can one trainer take? It's the Hoenn two-parter, so click here to listen!

Episode 370: The Twerps Go Blasting Off!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 11:04:00 -0500

Today's episode seems like it would be skippable except for the last five minutes where plot comes barreling in like Ash's herd of Tauros. There's a double battle, some skill polishing before the gym in moss deep, team rocket shenanigans, a long diatribe about how invested was Pikachu in this whole Pokemon Journey thing and then the Twerps go blasting off and we have a rare cliffhanger! It's an episode full of twists and turns, but you won't wanna miss it! Click here to listen!

Episode 369: An Evolution On Both Your Houses!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 16 Nov 2025 12:15:00 -0500

Bickering kids and Shakespearean drama find us today as we get to spend more time with Clamperl evolutions! Why doesn't it happen like the games? Eh, who knows, but the animation team is stretching themselves almost as far as Nurse Joy's job description! Tune in to listen!

Episode 368: Diving Deeper!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Fri, 3 Oct 2025 13:59:00 -0400

The kids meet an enthusiastic diver with a dream, and maybe some reclusive pokemon! A lot of fun to be had as we explore the tiny islands of Hoenn, here on Pikapi Podcast.

Episode 367: Two-Headed Clamperl!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 6 Sep 2025 17:05:00 -0400

It's not Halloween yet, but that two-pearled Clamperl is giving me some spooky vibes... Spoink is back, causing its usual mayhem, but at least Torkoal is a good friend to help it out. Ash might regret letting his pokemon be so helpful here, but Spoink manages to out thief Team Rocket and that's an accomplishment. Tune in to hear all of those Shenanigans, now podcasting from a poor trainer's Alola! jk

Episode 366: Learn The Rules To Break Them!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Mon, 26 May 2025 22:00:00 -0400

Off the main path, we find a pokemon school, but not one that caters to trainers. Kids, we're gonna learn about the referee industry! And I am so stoked for it, give me the world building! Do you have what it takes to be a ref at the Pokemon League? Could you call a match with an unknown alien? I couldn't, but click here to listen!

Episode 365: Lucky Number 3!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:42:00 -0400

Episode 365, it's a whole calendar year! Pluse specials and movies... May is going for her third ribbon, and we wish her luck. She's got a new friends supporting her, Kelly, and Jessie is also entering the contest. Meanwhile, Ash and Swellow try to learn Aerial Ace, and Pikachu is a troll. Tune in for the Lilycove Contest!

Episode 364: Block Block Block, Around the Clock!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 19:15:00 -0400

Today's episode is all about making Poke-Block! And failing Aerial Ace... Ash and Swellow have training to do, May meets a new friend and Max is an unsupportive little brother. But there's a Pokemon Contest in Lilycove City, so May and Jessie are going to enter! Best of luck to our ladies!

Episode 363: I'll Always Remember You...

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:32:00 -0400

Amnesia is the name of the game today. Pikachu joins Team Rocket, and Ash is not okay. Pretty much the whole main cast should be treated for a concussion, but only one has actual cognative dysfunction, and Team Rocket's going to use that to their advantage. It's an episode of high drama, but friendship will prevail! Tune in to find out how!

[Encore!] Movie 2: Carry On My Wayward Pun!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 1 Mar 2025 18:13:00 -0500

I don't do this very often, but its a repeat episode. Since I've finally gotten Movie 2 re-recorded, let's celebrate by actually listening to it! The "restore the feed" project is finally happening, and episodes 1-100 are now available on the site! But mostly, let's sit back and remember what a strikingly beautiful movie this is... Click here!

Special Episode: Azumarill and The Eras Tour!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 21:47:00 -0500

Pop idol Azumarill has a concert to give, and Corphish has bananas to sell. It's a summer festival, so time to party! Unless you didn't fly a domestic flight in Japan, then maybe you didn't get to party... Haha, tune in for this fun Pikachu short and all the shenanigans!

Episode 362:Banana-nana-fo-fana!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:15:00 -0500

A fluffy episode to chase away some of the blues, whether it be just winter griping or something more serious. Take care of each other and stay safe, everyone! Tune in to hear Ash reconnect with his Snorlax over another Snorlax, some great wordplay and not so gret wordplay, and a tale of people and pokemon working together!

Episode 361: More Extraterrestrials!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 5 Feb 2025 20:25:00 -0500

We got aliens, and we got the wingnuts who chase them! Put on your tin foil hats and let Ken and Mary guide us through an adventure that's out of this world! Yeah, it's nothing compared to Deoxys taking over a city, but an adventure nonetheless. Tune in to listen to weird science and mystery teams!

Episode 360: To The Movie Theater!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 11:41:00 -0500

We just had a big movie episode, so lets spend some time reflecting on our favorite movies. A ploy to get little children into the theater for M07? You decide. But Ash desperately needs a filler episode, he's had a rough weekend. What is Ash Ketchum's favorite movie? (And definitely not Gary's?) Tune in to find out!

Movie Episode 7: War of the Poke-Worlds!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 11 Jan 2025 18:24:00 -0500

Aliens have arrived in Larousse City, and Commander Jenny is prepared! She has a defence system that rival's Altomare, it can even keep out Raqyaza! It's a movie episode, people! Get ready for all sorts of tangents, bombshells about basic Pokemon technology, discussions on how Pokemon Speech works, and Ash getting to play with other little boys (and maybe earning himself a trip to the hospital). Tune in to listen!

Episode 359: Have You Told The Sky You Loved It Today?

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 21:55:00 -0500

The sky is an entity capable of loving you back, Winona suffers little in the way of property damage, no one notices Team Rocket, Pikachu did not come in clutch for the team, Pelipper breaks some already tenuous science and I managed to worm in Professor Kukui. It's a gym battle, it's going all over the place! Click here to hear how Ash did versus Gym Leader Winona!

Episode 358: Looking To The Sky To Save Me!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 21:59:00 -0400

What are the political powers of the Pokemon world? Is Cameron Palace the San Marino of Kanto? What about Team Rocket Mechs, I have a wild theory about those. Meanwhile, the rundown on Ash's chances against gym leader Winonna! (Pikachu, you're in clutch). All that and the Magikarp Salesman, here on Pikapi Podcast! Tune in to listen!

Episode 357: Castform and Cosplay!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 2 Oct 2024 21:07:00 -0400

This is not an episode to be skipped. Sure, it's poorly blocked in some areas, the thread of logic is a bit frayed, by my oh my is it hilarious! I laughed and laughed and laughed some more. Is PP a factor in the anime? Is Brock's "love radar" a thing? Does Team Rocket have competition for epic Cosplay? Tune in to find out!

Episode 356: Suddenly Craving Drumsticks!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 19:58:00 -0400

It's a hungry episode this time! That's not only because it deals with food, it also features a pokemon that looks like a dressed turkey, and I've recorded this episode four times now so I need a snack! An episode that is hopefully funny after the fourth time around, that has many comedic moments and lots of questionable decisions and one evolution! Tune in to listen!

Episode 355: Realtor's Nightmare!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 25 May 2024 18:19:00 -0400

How many mansions are actually in the world? That's the question I'm asking today, while Ash and his friends go full break and enter on a nearby mansion. It's haunted, of course, and none of them have final girl energy. In the middle of this, sibling rivalry! Tune in to hear Torchic get the short end of the stick by clicking this link!

Episode 354: Twister Time!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 13 Apr 2024 12:49:00 -0400

Have you ever heard of PokeRinging? It's a new sport we're going to learn about, though I hate that name. James, turns out, is a bit proficient in this area... Tune in to hear James be competent, using May's given name and recreating my childhood Judo tournament! Click here to listen!

Episode 353: Material Spoink!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Mon, 4 Mar 2024 20:46:00 -0500

Two reccuring characters appear! A pokemon that delights me just saying it's name, and everyone's favorite Magikarp Salesman! I love that guy, so tune in to hear his latest scam!

Episode 352: Female Rage!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 2 Mar 2024 20:44:00 -0500

I'm mad at this episode, I feel persoanlly attacked. To be fair, it was likely unintentional on the writer's part and I will get over it but some things are infuriating and I am allowed to be upset. So on that note... tune in to watch May navigate her mistakes and the patriarchy, and hear how I might rewrite the episode to make it just a little less... sigh... Click here to Listen!

Episode 351: The Auntie Posse Rolls In!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 10 Jan 2024 20:23:00 -0500

This episode is not gonna win awards for it's amazing craftsmanship, but it wins all the awards in my heart. Sometimes a piece of art just hits you a way at a time, and this was that episode for me. A bunch of grown women team up and are excellent, and a show that is typically driven by a male perspective let that happen. Its also legitimately funny and Drew is only sort of a piece of crap, so tune in for some fun!

Episode 350: Change Your Fate!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 18:56:00 -0500

Ash plays bystander to someone else's origin story, and maybe does some of the stuff I give Pikachu grief over. Perhaps I'll revise my opinions, perhaps I won't, perhaps there's an Anne from the future who's going to arrive and give me more time to work on my podcasts? A lot of questions, so click here for time-travel shenanigans!

Episode 349: Fishing And Whishcashishing!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 7 Nov 2023 19:07:00 -0500

Can you pronounce Whiscash? I sure can't. This pokemon is a pain in the butt, from its tongue twister name to its sassy attitude, but I still love this episode. The animation team brought their A game to work this day and the storyboard team... brought something to work, I don't know what happened here.

Tune in to meet a fishing legend! (That's not Misty!)

Episode 348: Reunions, James and Capitalism (Not in that Order)

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 1 Nov 2023 18:18:00 -0400

May's Bulbasaur gets to see the world! Honestly the world's not worth all the hype, but it's new and exciting to Bulbasaur, so who am I to rain on it's parade? Ash's Bulbasaur also joins the party, and unfortunately picks up right where it left off. James is in charge of the Team Rocket plan today, and you can guss for yourselves how that goes. And I go off on Brock again because I just can't make up my mind. It's an episode that touches on a lot of things, and gives us a surprisingly good time. Tune in to Listen!

Episode 347: Hidden Village Round 2!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 19 Aug 2023 17:28:00 -0400

It's the second (or third?) time we've visited a secret community of grass pokemon presided over by a member of the Bulbasaur evolution line. Is leadership one of their special abilities? Anyway, May meets a new team member, Ash is the hero of all you shoujo anime dreams, and Teams Aqua and Magma got a secret third sibling. Click here to listen!

Special Episode: Life Finds A Way!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 22 Jul 2023 11:18:00 -0400

The boy is back! What is more ridiculous than Pokemon Fossil Science? Adolecence, career changes and internships! And poor Gary Oak is dealing with all of it, he's a college student in a new job in the body of a preteen and I can't imagine any existence more confusing than that. Except maybe Dracovish. As always, Gary brings a lot to talk about, so click here and listen to the episode!

Episode 346: What's Love Got To Do With It?

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 23 May 2023 20:15:00 -0400

It's an episode all about love! Except, it's kind of not about love at all... For that reason, Anne doesn't quite like it, but they do like lots of moments and all the potential, so... Mostly it's just a bunch of mixed emotions, which is perhaps the most love-like sentiment of all!

Tune in for yet another Rose of Versailles reference, courtesy of the Pokemon Anime!

Episode 345: To The Starter Line!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 11:05:00 -0400

An episode with Professor Oak, with Ash barely getting a chance to see him. Team Rocket getting it together only to lose it. Max getting to command Pokemon and train at the feet of the master, while May gets to meet a Pokemon she'll own one day in the future! Its Sassy Sam Oak time! And what about my new franchise idea, "Fast Balls and Furious"? Tune in to hear what that's all about!

Episode 344: My Dad Is Better Than Your Dad!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 22 Feb 2023 00:42:00 -0500

We've been building up to it for awhile, but it's time for the conclusion of Max's battle with reality. Norman's about to be knocked off his pedestal for five seconds and it's gonna hurt. Also, Ash has a gym battle in there. Team Rocket plays very little part in this episode, hmmm... It's an episode of feelings, writers maybe being subtle and Ash's usual gym battle shenanigans. Tune in to listen!

Episode 343: How I Met Your Mother!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 10 Jan 2023 23:22:00 -0500

How did Norman propose to Caroline all those years ago? What pokemon played a significant role in their relationship? Well, on today's show, Ash has to delay his gym battle for the sake of romantic intrigue! (I know, his favorite thing...) It's a plot played for laughs which nonetheless has Veronica Taylor going hard on her acting and Brock focusing hard on his over-reacting. What's really going down with Norman and the local Nurse Joy? Tune in to find out!

Episode 342: Almost To Petalburg!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 00:02:00 -0500

Oh gosh the gym battle is so close I can taste it! But the citizens of North Petalburg have opinions about Ash challenging Norman... I also recommend old j-dramas, whine about Ash's possible future as not the main character and giggle at dumb comedy tropes. Team Rocket outdid themselves this time! Click here to listen!

Episode 341: Sandwich Ante!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 13 Dec 2022 21:39:00 -0500

The kids meet a pair of traveling buskers, discover Lombre's future evolution and Ash has to manage everybody's emotions. It's a look at what it really takes to be a pokemon master, along with Corphish antics and a Ludicolo that is much chiller than the one we'll see in the future. Is Ash ready to take on Norman's gym? Click here to listen!

Episode 340: Familiar Face-Off!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 22:42:00 -0500

It's not deja-vu, but this episode should feel a little familiar. We've got a Loudred (but not THE Loudred), Ash trying to relate to Treeko and another trainer going through one of Ash's old plots. Add in a double evolution and this episode has a lot going for it! Click here to listen, and see if Ash has learned anything from the past!

Episode 339: Poke-Truck, I Choose You!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 20 Sep 2022 22:21:00 -0400

Team Rocket will eat anything, Pokeball technology gets used in some interesting ways and we almost killed Treeko. It's a filler episode but that doesn't make it any less wild. Also featuring the delightful jiggly Gulpin, a pokemon I never knew I loved. (As long as it stays away from my snacks)

Click here to listen to the episode!

Episode 338: There must Be Birds Flyin' Higher In A Sky Swablu...

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 5 Jul 2022 22:18:00 -0400

May almost gets a new team member and demonstrates an instinct for caregiving, Brock serves as adult supervision for May, Max learns not to makes schemes past midnight and Ash becomes a mental health advocate. Its a wild time for a filler episode! Click here to listen!

Episode 337: Round The Solrock We Go Again...

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 8 May 2022 21:29:00 -0400

An evolution happens for Brock's team, and someone is hailed as the Great Village Protector! It's not Ash for once, but don't worry, he's got plenty of work to do defending pokemon, calming village riots and sleuthing out a mystery. Click here to hear what happens!

Episode 336: Family Therapy!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 12 Mar 2022 19:43:00 -0500

When we last met, a young boy named Timmy was having some serious communication issues with his mom... also there was cosplay, more cosplay, schemes and Drew being almost nice for two seconds, and Ash being uncharacteristically aggro.

Expect all of that to be true, plus on steroids >_<

It's a fun episode, at a time when the world is not especially fun. Click here to listen, and click below to find some organizations trying to help the world not suck so much. Thank you for everything, guys! Stay safe.

https://www.rescue.org/how-to-help

https://www.unicefusa.org/stories/unicef-children-are-bearing-brunt-intensifying-crisis-ukraine

https://translifeline.org

https://www.advancingjustice-aajc.org

Episode 335: Mystery And Masks!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 20 Feb 2022 12:55:00 -0500

Dusclops of the Opera crashes this episode to bring us a mystery, family drama and Drew being a half-way decent person (maybe?). It's a nice opportunity to rev up to May's next contest battle, complete with substitute rival, since, as mentioned above, Drew's a bit preoccupied. Tune in to listen!

Episode 334: A New Role Model!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 7 Sep 2021 18:07:00 -0400

May meets someone who achieved a dream like hers... and then went on to have an even more rich life! What can May learn from the great contest Coordinators of the past? And can Skitty learn any new attacks? You'll have to tune in and find out!

Episode 333: Let's Go To A Carnival!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 13 Jun 2021 19:13:00 -0400

It's an episode with an Evolution, but not one from the main cast. Team Rocket is seen with a robot Raikou, but it's not one of theirs. It's an episode that goes a few different places with a few interesting details that aren't expected, and while it's filler in the end, it's still entertaining. Torkal had fun, anyway.

Episode 332: Turtle Power!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Fri, 15 Jan 2021 00:55:00 -0500

Ash is about to welcome a new member to his team, one whom he shares a surprising trait in common with. Meanwhile, Brock has navigation woes, Max and May throw shade, and someone other than Ash gets electrocuted. All the usual shenanigans and so much more, click here to listen!

Episode 331: Dizzy, My Head Is Spinda-in'!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 23 Dec 2020 01:45:00 -0500

Ash and company help a girl with her friend's Spinda, I rail on some writers, Brock does not find love, all the usual for a filler episode, haha! CLick here to listen!

Episode 330: Flames And Passion For Battle!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Mon, 7 Sep 2020 18:56:00 -0400

It's Flannery's first official Gym Battle! And Ash's.... many-eth... I've lost track of which one he's on, but he's making good time here in the Hoenn Region and having an interesting match against Flannery. Maybe underestimating her a little? Maybe using some brilliant strategy at other times? You be the judge, but one thing's for sure, these two are an even match.

Episode 329: Sand Baths and Blasts!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Thu, 25 Jun 2020 09:55:00 -0400

We've made it to Lavaridge Town, which is famous for many things. A perfect vacation spot, but Ash is only here for one attraction, the Lavaridge Gym. He doesn't get his battle, but let's meet Flannery the Gym Leader, and her poetry-obsessed grandfather! And Team Rocket finds competition for disguises and sneakery? Click to listen!

A Moment of Silence

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 13 Jun 2020 17:14:00 -0400

It's an unusual episode today, but it's an unusual time of life. A lot is happening, people are scared, angry, and have a right to be. So, in lieu of the usual fun, a moment of silence to reflect over everything, and consider if anything we've learned from Pokemon can help get us through.
Fun episodes will come again soon, but we're going to take a brief moment to be serious.
Thank you

Episode 328: Cable Cars And Spaceship Woes!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 2 May 2020 20:11:00 -0400

*(The audio quality is a little less than my usual standards... I was trying a different microphone to make things a little simpler while we're all in quarantine... It was a mistake, I'm sorry, I'll never do it again >-< )*
Team Aqua and Team Magma face off again! Meanwhile, Ash proves that he is overqualified for his job of being a ten year-old, and a scientist turns into the Hulk! It's wild and weird and maybe a little reminiscint of the last movie? Tune in to hear all about it!

Episode 327: Attack At Random!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 8 Dec 2019 18:30:00 -0500

May discovers a new move via the Pokedex, one that could give her team an assist. (heh heh) But she shouldn't just use it at random! Meanwhile, team rocket schemes, builds a mech, and all the usual. Its a filler episode with some nice moments, nice people, and me even giving Brock the benefit of the doubt? Who knew? Click here to listen!

Episode 326: Put Your Pom-Poms In The Air!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 7 May 2019 15:30:00 -0400

Hey, this podcast is actually updating again? That deserves a cheer! And some more cheering! Ash and his friends stumble upon some cheerleaders, as well as an old friend that we all only vaguely remember... Who is it? Tune in to find out!

Episode 325: Combination Sensation!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 22 Sep 2018 13:25:00 -0400

May tackles her second Hoenn Contest, and earns her first victory! As great as it is to see her winning things, the story of her self-confidence is the real nail-biter here. Not to mention the forever question of "Drew: Friend or Foe?" as he shows he does have a few decent bones in his body. (Tiny ones, like the ones in your ear). Beautifly shows off skill that we kinda knew it had but still came out of nowhere, Jessie is pretty darn good at contests if she stops cheating long enough to try, and Roselia makes the best faces. It's a packed episode, so click here to listen!

And I'm doing a panel at Anime Banzai? With Pokepress? Saturday, Oct. 20, at 11:00? I still can't believe it's happening, either, but Steven and I will be there, and hope you will be too!
In the meantime, do you have a favorite song from the Victini movie? There were a lot to choose from! The Pokepress collaboration on movie 14 goes down soon, so let me know how you felt that movie played musically!

Episode 324: May or May not!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 9 Sep 2018 13:08:00 -0400

May was all excited to finally challenge her next Pokemon Contest, and then "insecurity brain" got in the way... She's dealing with that, while Drew may or may not be trying to help her, Ash may or may not be having a day, Brock may or may not have found his soulmate, and Team Rocket may or may not have found the secret to unlocking coolness? A lot of May's, but only one will learn something today! Click here to find out what!

Pokepress was out attending conventions and got videos up! Visit their Youtube channel to hear about Geek Kon and Pokemon Worlds 2018! You can find them on Youtube or at their website! Check out Pokepress this way!

Episode 323: We Zagged Before We Zigged...

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 19 Aug 2018 11:50:00 -0400

How did I miss episode 48? An oversight, to be sure, but fear not, we'll give you all that filler glory! I struggle to find insight into the show with this one, but Seviper gets to be a star! Click here to listen!

Cards! Covers! Vaporeon! Our sponsor, Pokepress, Has so many videos up! Visit their Youtube channel or at their website! Check out Pokepress this way!

Episode 322: Everyone Has An Evil Twin...

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 21:46:00 -0400

We know they can clone Pokemon, but what about humans? The Nurse Joys and Officer Jennies give rise to that theory, as do the multiple "Jessie" and "Ash" lookalikes, but today we have yet another doppleganger crossing paths with our kids. Max has an evil twin, and finds he doesn't like him so much... Click here to meet Max the Second!

Cards! Covers! Vaporeon! Our sponsor, Pokepress, Has so many videos up! Visit their Youtube channel or at their website! Check out Pokepress this way!

Side Story: Podcasting Off The Grid!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 28 Jul 2018 00:08:00 -0400

I went home to visit my family, and that journey came with some unexpected complications. But amidst all the traveling and camping and sleeping at truck stops, I still managed to finish the episode! It is late, but it is a good one, because we're going back to Pallet Town! A little kid who is not Ash is going to show up to Professor Oak's lab to pick his first Pokemon, and true to form, the Professor isn't going to have Pokemon in stock... Click here to find out the rest!

Also, our sponsor, Pokepress, is back from the Pokemon North American International Competition! Check out Pokepress this way! Who won the tourneys, what Pokemon were used, why is Pokken so confusing and yet so fun to watch?

Side Story: A Boy Named Sue!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Mon, 16 Jul 2018 22:04:00 -0400

I wasn't expecting a long tangent about whether or not Ritchie is a Mary Sue... I think he kind of is, and even if people disagree, the fact that the boy has a lack of character development is indisputable. And yet, he gives us a great story and one of my favorite of the side stories? Ritchie, you're a paradox, but you're good at what you do! Click here to listen to the episode!

Also, our sponsor, Pokepress, is back from the Pokemon North American International Competition! Check out Pokepress this way! Who won the tourneys, what Pokemon were used, why is Pokken so confusing and yet so fun to watch?

Also, haha, I had to change my Patreon name, because I'm fickle and thought I was so original. (Spoiler, I'm not.) This way to the new Patreon name, same site, and new episode of Pokemon Adventures! Woohoo! What's Red been up to? (Also being fail. We're a good match.)

Side Story: Special Training!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 8 Jul 2018 18:12:00 -0400

Team Rocket has a flashback! A looong flashback! It takes up the whole episode, but establishes their definitive origin as evil-doers. And while it hurts to think that maybe the whole unicycle bike gang origin is no longer canon, I do think it all works out for the best. Click here to listen!

Also, haha, I had to change my Patreon name, because I'm fickle and thought I was so original. (Spoiler, I'm not.) This way to the new Patreon name, same site, and new episode of Pokemon Adventures! Woohoo! What's Red been up to? (Also being fail. We're a good match.)

Meanwhile, our sponsor has a channel full of Pokemon related content, and right now he's off in Colombus, Ohio for the Pokemon North American International Competition! Check out Pokepress this way!

Episode 321: Skitty Cat!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 1 Jul 2018 23:29:00 -0400

Hello, Skitty! May meets a new pokemon, and all of us dissolve into sugary sweetness. Skitty is too cute for it's own good. I think something happened in this episode, but I'm too caught up in Skitty playing with cat toys to remember. I guess you'll just have to listen and find out for yourself!

Hey, our sponsor has a channel full of Pokemon related content, and he went to a different convention for his video subject! Check out Pokepress this way! Or visit pokepress.blogspot.com for an interview with Paul Chua, VCG champion!

Episode 320: Great Expectations!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 26 Jun 2018 00:22:00 -0400

I don't know what Audacity was doing, or maybe it's my computer as a whole, but after recording this twice and hours of editing, I gave up. Sometimes we give our best efforts and wind up with second best results...
But in the plot, Ash and kiddos meet a weird family, and a dude who's afraid to let his weird family down. It's a slice of life drama, that revisits some old tangent topics! Click here to listen!

Hey, our sponsor has a channel full of Pokemon related content, and he went to a different convention for his video subject! Check out Pokepress this way! Or visit pokepress.blogspot.com for an interview with Paul Chua, VCG champion!

Episode 319: Bye Bye Togepi!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 17 Jun 2018 11:28:00 -0400

There comes a time where we all have to say goodbye. Where we all have to grow up. Togepi's role in this epic has come to a conclusion, so it's time to bid it farewell. Also, Shedinja... I have questions about that pokemon... Click here to listen!

And I may have said I wrote a song about Magikarp and actually deigned to get that on video... my Patreon in this way...

For free content that's just as embarrassing, I tried to vlog! I went to FanCon, you can see that on Youtube! And hear an earnest song about Ash sung by Vocaloids on my other Youtube!

And if you're not sick of Youtube, our sponsor has a channel full of Pokemon related content, and he went to a different convention for his video subject! Check out Pokepress this way! Or visit pokepress.blogspot.com for an interview with Paul Chua, VCG champion!

Episode 318: Misty Returns!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 10 Jun 2018 20:51:00 -0400

Our fair maiden has joined us again, the tomboyish mermaid! And she's back in Ash's life for five seconds before getting involved in a Team Rocket plot. This is why no one visits you, Ash... Click to hear about the Togepi-worshipping hidden kingdom!

And I may have said I wrote a song about Magikarp and actually deigned to get that on video... my Patreon in this way...

For free content that's just as embarrassing, I tried to vlog! I went to FanCon, you can see that on Youtube! And hear an earnest song about Ash sung by Vocaloids on my other Youtube!

And if you're not sick of Youtube, our sponsor has a channel full of Pokemon related content, and he went to a different convention for his video subject! Check out Pokepress this way!

Episode 317: Filler Up!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Mon, 4 Jun 2018 22:21:00 -0400

We begin with listener email and spend the rest of the episode painfully aware of it's faults. That's not to say it's a bad one, just... maybe I'm putting more into this analysis than is actually at the source... You'll have to listen for yourself to see what you think!

And be sure to visit our sponser, Pokepress, for more Pokemon fun! Visit Pokepress at their blog or Youtube to hear more!

Episode 316: Romeo And Juliet!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Mon, 28 May 2018 13:40:00 -0400

Ash crossdresses. Brock is confused about the object of his affections. A man and woman struggle to get it together and some firefly pokemon do a cute dance. It's the crackiest episode with a long tangent about Ash's relationship to love, and you don't want to miss it! Click here to listen!

And be sure to visit our sponser, Pokepress, for more Pokemon fun! Visit Pokepress at their blog or Youtube to hear more!

Episode 315: Sweet, Sweet Watermelon!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 20 May 2018 23:57:00 -0400

It's summer, and the gang is kicking it off with a whole bunch of watermelon scarfing! Ash, of course, manages to turn food into a training opportunity, and Team Rocket decides to steal everyone's fun! Also, is Ash getting a really awesome education, or is it just me? And Treeko's basically a moody teenager. Tune in to hear all that and more!

Got Qs for Pokepress that you want A'ed? Want to know more about the "Birth of Mewtwo" radio drama? Steven from Pokepress got his hands on a copy, and it's got info on some very shadowy parents... Visit Pokepress at their blog or Youtube to hear more!

Special Episode: Date Night!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Thu, 10 May 2018 00:18:00 -0400

There is romance in the air around Cerulean City, that's for sure! And also a few mysteries to solve. Misty gets letters from a stranger and Tracey keeps coming up to town despite a fully functioning postal service. Dr. Namba of Team Rocket has some weird need for a specific Delcatty. Also, something's mucking up the pipes at the gym. A lot of great character moments, pokemon battles and at least one couple is going to get together by the end! Tune in to listen!

Got Qs for Pokepress that you want A'ed? Want to know more about the "Birth of Mewtwo" radio drama? Steven from Pokepress got his hands on a copy, and it's got info on some very shadowy parents... Visit Pokepress at their blog or Youtube to hear more!

Episode 314: SWEEP!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 24 Apr 2018 21:31:00 -0400

It's gym battle day and it goes like no one expects! This might just be Ash's best battle in history, a record that still has not been beaten! What happened? Well, you'll have to listen and find out, won't you?

Want to know more about the "Birth of Mewtwo" radio drama? Steven from Pokepress got his hands on a copy, and it's got info on some very shadowy parents... Visit Pokepress at their blog or Youtube to hear more!

Episode 313: Escape Room!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Thu, 19 Apr 2018 02:23:00 -0400

The twerps have arrived in Mauville City, and actually manage to distract Ash from a gym battle with a side quest! The team takes on the trick house! What's inside? Will they win a lifetime supply of Pokeblock? Will Jigglypuff put on it's dream concert? All questions you can hear the answers to, by clicking here!

Want to know more about the "Birth of Mewtwo" radio drama? Steven from Pokepress got his hands on a copy, and it's got info on some very shadowy parents... Visit Pokepress at their blog or Youtube to hear more!

Episode 312: Let The Lower Lights Be Burning!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Mon, 9 Apr 2018 03:46:00 -0400

The gang comes across a lighthouse, with an amazing rock that Team Rocket wants, though we don't really know why... More importantly, Ash is charged with teaching some kid how to be a hero! May and Max have some doubts about this, and Brock wisely keeps his thoughts to himself... Click here to listen!
And check out Pokepress on Youtube for an interview with Brian Oliver, animation director for Kids WB, who has some interesting connections to Pokemon! There's also music discussions involving myself and Movie 11!

And for more on the music of Pokemon, head on over to my Patreon for another music episode with Pokepress, this time covering Movie 20!

Episode 311: The Mysterious Case of Nurse Joy!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Fri, 30 Mar 2018 04:13:00 -0400

A local Nurse Joy has gone missing! It's not hard to figure out what happened to her, but in the process, a lot of other questions are raised... Including one about Pikachu's future children? The episode goes down a few weird tangents, click here to listen to them!

And check out Pokepress on Youtube for an interview with Brian Oliver, animation director for Kids WB, who has some interesting connections to Pokemon!

Episode 310: Criminal Intentions!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 20 Mar 2018 20:14:00 -0400

Team Magma is back, and they've got a plot to steal a rock. As usual, Team Magma's goals seem small and petty but it all leads to something larger... Meanwhile, Ash and Max are tryng to get cultured, but the museum is closed, so Max tries to break in. And then, Team Rocket runs their usual schemes. Who's the bigger criminal? Well, listen and decide for yourself!

And check out Pokepress on Youtube for an interview with Brian Oliver, animation director for Kids WB, who has some interesting connections to Pokemon!

Episode 309: May's First Contest!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 14 Mar 2018 04:22:00 -0400

It's finally time for May to put her money where her mouth is! Metaphorically, I think Contest registration is free. But it's her first time taking the stage as a contest coordinator, and she's a little nervous... Click here to hear how she does!

And check out Pokepress on Youtube for an interview with Brian Oliver, animation director for Kids WB, who has some interesting connections to Pokemon!

Special Video Episode: Ash Ketchum Takes Over!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 6 Mar 2018 02:19:00 -0500

I've been getting sick one too many times this year, and lost my voice... so I asked Ash Ketchum to stop by and give me a hand with the next episode! He was more than willing to oblige, though his silent movie skills need some work... Please enjoy this special video episode of Pikapi Podcast!

Special Episode: Dance The Night Away!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Fri, 23 Feb 2018 03:16:00 -0500

Because the world needs a little more joy, we're gonna break down an episode about a break down. Get your groove on, we're covering Gotta Dance! Does anything important happen? Nope! Is it a rocking good time? Absolutely! Click here to listen!

Meanwhile, a guy who cosplays Gary Oak should have the confidence to match, right? Well, John Cerabino has that, so visit Pokepress on Youtube to see what he has to say about Gary!

Movie Episode 6: Road Trip!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Thu, 15 Feb 2018 10:16:00 -0500

It strikes me that the world could use a little hope and good humor right now... So if the Olympics aren't enough of a distraction, tune in to hear about a road trip gone wrong, wishing stars, and borderline evil magicians. Click here for the episode covering Movie 6, "Jirachi: Wishmaker"!
And if you're curious about the new Ultra Prism release for the TCG, Steven's got some prerelease info, as well as an interview with a senior competitor! Check out Pokepess on YouTube!

Episode 308: Adventures In Babysitting!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 31 Jan 2018 23:07:00 -0500

Probably one of the funnest episodes I've covered in a while, Ash and Max have to babysit a bunch of starter pokemon, there's some renegade evolutions, family flashbacks and a flying whale. It's an episode that covers a lot of ground for being filler, and highly entertaining. Click here to listen!
Steven from Pokepress has some interesting thoughts on rivals Harley and Drew and the impact they may have had on the games. Click here to listen and weigh in on that discussion!

Episode 307: Teardrops On May's Guitar!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 23 Jan 2018 01:12:00 -0500

Drew looks at May... and has to struggle to scrape together something that sounds like it might be a compliment. Sigh, this kid is a piece of work but his general awfulness is going to be a lot of fun over the next little bit, so strap in. May has Ash's talent for picking rivals, I guess. Click here to listen!
But speaking of rivals, Steven from Pokepress has some interesting thoughts on rivals Harley and Drew and the impact they may have had on the games. Click here to listen and weigh in on that discussion!

Episode 306: Seafaring Shenanigans!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 16 Jan 2018 00:53:00 -0500

Our kids get stranded at sea... shouldn't have trusted the kindly old couple with the boat. And then we get straight into a horror movie. Click here to hear how it all works out!
And have you been missing some Brock and Misty in your life? Not if you're a subscriber to my Patreon feed! I cover episode 43 of Sun and Moon, aka, the episode where Ash reunites with Brock and Misty and the gym leaders throw down! Click here to check that out!
Meanwhile, on Pokepress, Steven and I are preparing to look at Movie 11, Giratina and the Sly Warrior! The music aspect, anyway. Wanna be a part of it? Then you should comment on this video!

Episode 305: Old Faithful Strikes Again!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 7 Jan 2018 22:39:00 -0500

An episode featuring Brawly's secret base, the marvels of nature and a GYM BATTLE REMATCH! Aw, yeah! What would happen if Ash had to face a gym leader upwards of five times? What a region that would be... Click here to find out if Ash has learned anything since the last time!

And there's more Pokemon stuff headed your way! I've covered an episode of Sun and Moon over on my Patreon, as well as covered Movie 10 ending themes with Steven of Pokepress. Click those links, you know you should! :)
If you want more from Pokepress, check 'em on Youtube! Steven has info on the release of a new anime CD collection, and speculation about new Pokemon Pinball games... check it out on Youtube, or at his blog!

Episode 304: Battle Girl!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Mon, 1 Jan 2018 20:14:00 -0500

Ash is coming to the end of his training retreat! How did it go? Well, he's gonna battle Brawly's top apprentice to find out! Or, is he? Hmm... Click here to listen! And tell me, what gifts would you give the Poke-characters?

And there's more Pokemon stuff headed your way! I've covered an episode of Sun and Moon over on my Patreon, as well as covered Movie 10 ending themes with Steven of Pokepress. Click those links, you know you should! :)
If you want more from Pokepress, check 'em on Youtube! Steven has info on the release of a new anime CD collection, and speculation about new Pokemon Pinball games... check it out on Youtube, or at his blog!

Special Episode: The Course Of True Love!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 31 Dec 2017 12:08:00 -0500

Meowth falls in love, but his track record has never been good in that department, especially with a deranged Azuril bouncing around. Will this cool cat get the girl? Click here to listen and find out!

And if I'm not providing enough Poke-news, check out Pokepress on Youtube! Steven has info on the release of a new anime CD collection, and speculation about new Pokemon Pinball games... check it out on Youtube, or at his blog!

Special Episode: Meowth In The City!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 30 Dec 2017 12:54:00 -0500

We're back to visiting that nebulous time where Meowth was chilling in a metropolitan area without the rest of Team Rocket and maybe the Squirtle Squad? Continuity is a beast, but this episode features a slightly less conniving meowth. All he wants is to eat a sandwich. Click here to listen!
And if I'm not providing enough Poke-news, check out Pokepress on Youtube! Steven has info on the release of a new anime CD collection, and speculation about new Pokemon Pinball games... check it out on Youtube, or at his blog!

Episode 303: Prank Wars!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Thu, 28 Dec 2017 23:00:00 -0500

Ash decides to play a prank on Corphish, but he's not so willing to have the tables turned. Really, it was a bad idea from the start. Click here to hear how this mess goes down!

And if I'm not providing enough Poke-news, check out Pokepress on Youtube! Steven has info on the release of a new anime CD collection, and speculation about new Pokemon Pinball games... check it out on Youtube, or at his blog!

Episode 302: The Dustox Effect!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 27 Dec 2017 22:24:00 -0500

Jessie's been in denial about her Silcoon/Cascoon situation, but now it all comes to a head when all the pretty cocoon pokemon evolve! What do they evolve into? Well, that's really the question, isn't it... Click here to listen to how Jessie takes the results!

And if I'm not providing enough Poke-news, check out Pokepress on Youtube! Steven has info on the release of a new anime CD collection, and speculation about new Pokemon Pinball games... check it out on Youtube, or at his blog!

Episode 301: The Evil Team Summit Meeting!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 26 Dec 2017 20:46:00 -0500

Team Aqua, Team Magma and Team Rocket all show up in a mysterious underground cave together. I don't think any of them planned to run into each other, but you gotta admit it's suspicious. Surprisingly, Ash's hero duties end up being pretty light despite so much bad guy in one place. Click here to listen!

Hello, everyone! I'm back and in form for the Pikapi Podcast Holiday Marathon! Not only will there be an episode every day from Boxing Day to New Year's, but there's also a bunch of special episodes I'm in the middle of editing, ready to drop! So buckle up! Plenty of Pokemon stuff to keep you entertained through this dark winter!

And if I'm not providing enough Poke-news, check out Pokepress on Youtube! Steven has info on the release of a new anime CD collection, and speculation about new Pokemon Pinball games... check it out on Youtube, or at his blog!

Episode 300: The Pied Nuzleaf Of Dewford!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 3 Dec 2017 12:48:00 -0500

It's a weird episode. Like, they're all a bit weird, but this one more so. Pokemon try to burn each other at the stake. Somehow the episode manages to stay PG, but not a single respect for gravity or physics. And maybe that's what makes it great? Click here to listen for yourself and find out!

You can also check out Pokepress' coverage of the Pokemon London International Competition! And in parody music, Steven just did a Manaphy themed Fall Out Boy parody in honor of Movie 9, you should definitely give it a listen! "Thnks Fr Th Mnphy", or check out Pokepress' other videos on Youtube!

Episode 299: So I Herd You Liek Mudkips

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 28 Nov 2017 20:21:00 -0500

Today's pokemon is one that's very well liked, or so I've heard... ;) Brock meets a new friend, Team Rocket gets a new robot and May shows off a weird new hobby.
Click here to listen!
You can also check out Pokepress' coverage of the Pokemon London International Competition! And in parody music, Steven just did a Manaphy themed Fall Out Boy parody in honor of Movie 9, you should definitely give it a listen! "Thnks Fr Th Mnphy", or check out Pokepress' other videos on Youtube!

Episode 298: First Guest Ever!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 15:19:00 -0500

Normally it's just me up here in the dork studio, but today you guys are in for a treat! A movie just came out that needs talking about and I have a guest on who has movie related opinions to talk about! So it's a win-win! Logan, aka @animeguy01, joins me for some M20 discussion, before I delve into this latest Hoenn episode involving Corphish and it's unusual eating habits. So click here to listen to that!
The second, spoiler-tastic half of that conversation can be found here, on my Patreon! Please enjoy and support the show if you are so inclined!
Meanwhile in parody music, Steven just did a Manaphy themed Fall Out Boy parody in honor of Movie 9, you should definitely give it a listen! "Thnks Fr Th Mnphy", or check out Pokepress' other videos on Youtube!

Episode 297: Rock Lobster!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 29 Oct 2017 19:33:00 -0400

Ash starts some new age special training for his team, May lives up to the worst of her potential, Team Rock blasts off a lot and dresses up as Swamp Thing and a strange Pokemon terrorizes the beach. It's not exactly Halloween, but it's close! Click here to listen!

And I've got another special episode up on the Patreon, discussing "Mamoru-beki mono" and "Together We Make A Promise" from the Ninth Pokemon Movie with Steven from Pokepress! Check it out here! And find the rest of Steven's online Pokemon coverage here on Youtube!

Episode 296: The Hoenn Champion!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 23:40:00 -0400

Despite the title, meeting Steven Stone is not the most important thing about this episode. And that's saying something because it's kind of hard to find the most important thing about today's episode. That's not to say it's not fun, so you should click here to listen to all the wacky hijinks!

And I've got another special episode up on the Patreon, discussing "Mamoru-beki mono" and "Together We Make A Promise" from the Ninth Pokemon Movie with Steven from Pokepress! Check it out here! And find the rest of Steven's online Pokemon coverage here on Youtube!

Special Episode: Detective Ritchie!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 15 Oct 2017 10:48:00 -0400

Ritchie's back in an episode of Pokemon Chronicles, and he's ready to put on the ol' deerstalker cap and foil a Team Rocket plot. Professor Oak has been kidnapped, where oh where could he be? Also... something you wouldn't expect finds it's way into the anime. Click here to listen and hear what it is!

Pokepress has got all your info for Pokemon Movie 20 and it's US release, along with other anime news! And if you like video game music, did you know Steven from Pokepress hosts a local radio show for just such a thing? Find out more info at his blog!

Hey, I've dropped another special episode! This one finishes out Vol. 1 of Pokemon Adventures (Pokemon Special), Chapters 10-14. I'm also planning to do one covering the recent Sun and Moon episodes with Brock and Misty, so definitely keep an eye on my Patreon feed!

Episode 295: Everyone's Got An Evil Double...

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Mon, 2 Oct 2017 12:02:00 -0400

It's the morning after all the drama with Brawly, and Ash wants to train! But ends up on a fishing expedition instead, sometimes life doesn't go your way. But we get some adventure when Jessie and May's Wurmple get mixed up! Which of them can recognize their Pokemon companion? Click here to listen!

Hey, I've dropped another special episode! This one finishes out Vol. 1 of Pokemon Adventures (Pokemon Special), Chapters 10-14. I'm also planning to do one covering the recent Sun and Moon episodes with Brock and Misty, so definitely keep an eye on my Patreon feed!

And if you like video game music, did you know Steven from Pokepress hosts a local radio show for just such a thing? Find out more info at his blog!

Episode 294: Pride Cometh Before The Fall...

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 20 Sep 2017 15:45:00 -0400

Today Ash fights for a gym battle, but the real conflict is with himself. Ash has been impressing us with his maturity lately, but he had to relapse eventually... Also Treeko is self-destructive and really needs it's trainer to be on the ball about stuff like that... Click here to listen!

Like extra content? Special episodes on Pokemon music? You should visit my Patreon page, it's this way!

And Pokepress has videos up from Pokemon Worlds! The competition, the atmosphere, the cosplay...! All of it's fun, and you should check it out here! Follow this link to their channel!

Episode 293: Shark Week!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Thu, 31 Aug 2017 22:32:00 -0400

Ash is derailed from his gym battle on Dewford Island yet again, but manages to find adventure on the briney seas. The kids run into a group of sharks, have some questions that never get resolved, and give a nice callback to movie 5. All in all, a fun episode! Click here to listen!

And Pokepress has videos up from Pokemon Worlds! The competition, the atmosphere, the cosplay...! All of it's fun, and you should check it out here! Follow this link to their channel!

Special Episode: Meowth, You Got Some 'Splainin' To Do!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 19 Aug 2017 22:20:00 -0400

Meowth tries to build a statue in the center of a city, and also cosplays an "I Love Lucy" episode. It's one of the weirder shorts, and I'm still trying to figure out where and when this episode takes place in the timeline. Maybe it all exists in Meowth's head? Whatever the case, you can click here to listen!

Also, Pokepress has a new video up unboxing the Pokemon Movie 20 soundtrack, M20 locations, and some discussion of music algorithms. Wanna check it out? You should follow this link to their channel!

Episode 292: Comic, But Not Relief!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 6 Aug 2017 18:27:00 -0400

We've talked a lot about Team Rocket gradually losing their relevance over the course of the show, if not their sense of FABULOUS. And now, we're starting to enter a period in Pokemon history where Team Rocket loses both their status as the main villains and as comic relief. From a literary standpoint, that's kind of a problem. But not to worry, Team Rocket doesn't need to be important to a plot to be FABULOUS!
Also, Ash is a cranky little snot in this episode, PokeNavs don't help much within cities, Team Aqua reminds me of KAT-TUN and Pasta~! Click here to listen or download!

What are the top five best Pokemon movies? I have some thoughts... click here to visit my Patreon and get that special episode!

Pokepress went to Pokemon Go Fest in Chicago! You may have heard some chatter about how the event went down, but here's a ground level observation, Steven reports! Visit Pokepress to learn more! Or, check out their channel on YouTube!

Episode 291: Lifetime Warranty!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Thu, 27 Jul 2017 21:52:00 -0400

Max may have accidentally wrecked the PokeNav... what's a little brother to do? Not tell his temperamental big sister, of course. Click here to listen to today's episode, and Max's adventures in customer service!

What are the top five best Pokemon movies? I have some thoughts... click here to visit my Patreon and get that special episode!

Pokepress went to Pokemon Go Fest in Chicago! You may have heard some chatter about how the event went down, but here's a ground level observation, Steven reports! Visit Pokepress to learn more! Or, check out their channel on YouTube!

Episode 290: Electric Rock!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Mon, 17 Jul 2017 21:00:00 -0400

The day of the gym battle has arrived! Ash, Piakchu and Treeko challenge the Rustburo City Gym, even though they've got next to know attacks that can actually do damage to Roxanne's team. It's an exciting battle, showing off the best of this team's strengths! Click here to hear how it went!

What are the top five best Pokemon movies? I have some thoughts... click here to visit my Patreon and get that special episode!

Pokepress caught a rare interview with Mark Mueller, co-writer of "Somewhere, Someday". This song took an interesting journey to get to the soundtrack, and Mark's a pretty interesting guy himself! Visit Pokepress to learn more! Or, check out their channel on YouTube!

And finally, I made a thing... Vocaloid songs about fictional characters... "Train On" is on Youtube, "Center of the Storm" will follow soon, but for now, the whole "Wonders" album can be found on Spotify, Apple Music or wherever tunes are streamed. (Except Pandora. Pandora doesn't know what's cool ;)

Episode 289: School Field Trip!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Mon, 17 Jul 2017 00:54:00 -0400

Ash and the kids are on a field trip! Not with their school, but to a school. Max gets a chance to experience public education, May learns about contests, Brock discovers his future calling and Ash just wants a gym battle. Also, they meet the gym leader. She's sweet. Click here to learn more about Roxanne of Rustburo City!

What are the top five best Pokemon movies? I have some thoughts... click here to visit my Patreon and get that special episode!

Pokepress caught a rare interview with Mark Mueller, co-writer of "Somewhere, Someday". This song took an interesting journey to get to the soundtrack, and Mark's a pretty interesting guy himself! Visit Pokepress to learn more! Or, check out their channel on YouTube!

And finally, I made a thing... Vocaloid songs about fictional characters... "Train On" is on Youtube, "Center of the Storm" will follow soon, but for now, the whole "Wonders" album can be found on Spotify, Apple Music or wherever tunes are streamed. (Except Pandora. Pandora doesn't know what's cool ;)

Episode 288: Catching the Worm!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 5 Jul 2017 00:34:00 -0400

May tries to catch a new Pokemon, Ash trains for his upcoming gym battle and there's a local kid who learns how to duplicate himself. Click here to find out what that's all about!

What are the top five best Pokemon movies? I have some thoughts... click here to visit my Patreon and get that special episode!

Pokepress caught a rare interview with Mark Mueller, co-writer of "Somewhere, Someday". This song took an interesting journey to get to the soundtrack, and Mark's a pretty interesting guy himself! Visit Pokepress to learn more!

Episode 287: Pokemon Contests!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 24 Jun 2017 13:30:00 -0400

This episode is just jam-packed with stuff. Character development, knowledge dropping, training, competing, and seviper humiliation... Ash and the kids discover Pokemon Contests, Iron Tail and maybe Jessie's been to Hoenn before? Click the link to hear more!

In other news, Pokepress has been busy talking with VCG winners. Want to know more about the winning team? Visit their channel on YouTube!

Episode 286: From The Depths!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Fri, 23 Jun 2017 23:01:00 -0400

There's something strange living in the local lake... Or, not that strange, but a pokemon with some nusual abilities. I also go on a long tangent about ages in the Poke-verse, and Pikachu decides not to wait for the translation. It's a day of fun, click the link to listen or download!

Meanwhile, with our sponsers... Know who Veronica Taylor is? You should! Head on over to Pokepress to learn more about her!

Episode 285: Puppies!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 11 Jun 2017 14:30:00 -0400

This episode is a long tangent about storytelling conventions and how Hoenn and Yugioh tried to navigate them. Also some B plot about an evolution. And Ash and Pikachu being real super awesome friends in the background. Click here to hear about Max trying to play at pokemon training!

Meanwhile, with our sponsers... Know who Veronica Taylor is? You should! Head on over to Pokepress to learn more about her, or how to get the veiwership you want on YouTube!

Episode 284: Don't Forget To Chew Your Food!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Mon, 29 May 2017 12:01:00 -0400

Ash and friends meet the World's Most Powerful Pokemon! It's not who you think it is... But if you want to find out who's the most powerful, you should click this link! Also, Magikarp!

A word from our sponsers... Did you know Pokepress did a radio show featuring even more video game music! And their podcast has plenty of stuff about Pokemon and pokemon music, new episodes up!

Episode 283: Haunt It Or Flaunt It!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Mon, 15 May 2017 14:31:00 -0400

The gang is back in the big city, and Max wants to find some Pokemon. May wants to explore a haunted mansion, Brock wants to avoid the haunted mansions, and Ash just wants a burger. One way or another, everyone ends up happy in the end. Click here to hear today's sort-of-ghost story!

And my, my, there's a lot of stuff to keep you busy on the Pokemon/nerdy front.Did I mention I have a new special episode up? Pokemon Adventures, Volume 1, chapters 6-9, if you're interested!

Pokepress went out to the Pokemon Sun and Moon: Guardians Rising pre-release, and got to talk with some people about that event. What is there to look forward to in the coming season? Read here to see what Jake said! They also made it out to Record Store Day 2017, and then decided they needed even more music with this unboxing of the Alola single. And if that wasn't enough, did a radio show featuring even more video game music! And then, their podcast has plenty of stuff about Pokemon and pokemon music, new episodes up!

Episode 282: A Snake In The Grass Is Worth Treeko In The Bush!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 14 May 2017 20:42:00 -0400

I wasn't lying about binge podcasting! Here's a quick episode about Treeko, Ash and Pikachu's parenting skills, and a Seviper that was born to be a member of Team Rocket. Arbok shed a massive snakeskin to fill, but I think Seviper will make a nice replacement. Click here to download or listen!

And my, my, there's a lot of stuff to keep you busy on the Pokemon/nerdy front. Did I mention I have a new special episode up? Pokemon Adventures, Volume 1, chapters 6-9, if you're interested!

Pokepress went out to the Pokemon Sun and Moon: Guardians Rising pre-release, and got to talk with some people about that event. What is there to look forward to in the coming season? Read here to see what Jake said! They also made it out to Record Store Day 2017, and then decided they needed even more music with this unboxing of the Alola single. And if that wasn't enough, did a radio show featuring even more video game music! And then, their podcast has plenty of stuff about Pokemon and pokemon music, new episodes up!

Special Episodes: A Forced Valentine's Day!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 14 May 2017 18:15:00 -0400

The English dub tries to invent some shipping, which is kind of minor compared to the actual plot. The pokemon prove they can handle themselves, I start off admiring Ash's hero skills despite him not being in this episode, and Butch and Cassidy try to take over Jessie and James' cosplay reputation. Click here to download or listen!

And my, my, there's a lot of stuff to keep you busy on the Pokemon/nerdy front. Did I mention I have a new special episode up? Pokemon Adventures, Volume 1, chapters 6-9, if you're interested!

Pokepress went out to the Pokemon Sun and Moon: Guardians Rising pre-release, and got to talk with some people about that event. What is there to look forward to in the coming season? Read here to see what Jake said! They also made it out to Record Store Day 2017, and then decided they needed even more music with this unboxing of the Alola single. And if that wasn't enough, did a radio show featuring even more video game music! And then, their podcast has plenty of stuff about Pokemon and pokemon music, new episodes up!

Special Episode: Badge Makers R Us!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 2 May 2017 15:09:00 -0400

Misty needs to replenish the Cerulean Gym's stash of gyms badges, but it turns out the process isn't as simple as placing an order... It's time for Pokemon Chronicles, which means plenty of familiar faces! Including Psyduck! :) Click here to download or listen!

And my, my, there's a lot of stuff to keep you busy on the Pokemon/nerdy front. Did I mention I have a new special episode up? Pokemon Adventures, Volume 1, chapters 6-9, if you're interested!

Pokepress went out for Record Store Day 2017, and then decided they needed even more music with this unboxing of the Alola single. And if that wasn't enough, did a radio show featuring even more video game music! And then, their podcast has plenty of stuff about Pokemon and pokemon music, new episodes up!

Episode 281: The Secret Life of Trees!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 11 Apr 2017 12:39:00 -0400

Ash and his friends come across a bunch of Pokemon, and of course Ash wants to add one to the team! In the process, he gets to ruminate on the circle of life and the nature of mortality, battle physics and whether or not the people in his life are actually concerned for his well-being. It's a small episode, but a lot got jammed in there! Click here to listen!
Interviews with voice actors? TCG and VCG competitors? Elite pokemaniac level collecting? Check out Pokepress, on Youtube or their blog page!

Episode 280: Fond Farewells!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 4 Apr 2017 23:03:00 -0400

Today we say goodbye to two good friends who put u with way too much in their short tenure. Arbok and Weezing move on to new responsibilities, and it can only go up from here. But leaving Jessie and James is going to be hard! Tune in to hear about their last episode with Team Rocket!

Interviews with voice actors? TCG and VCG competitors? Elite pokemaniac level collecting? Check out Pokepress, on Youtube or their blog page!

Episode 279: Shorts Are Comfy!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 29 Mar 2017 00:53:00 -0400

Back to Ash and friends, they're having a filler episode, but it doesn't mean we won't talk about anything important. Pokemon language, anyone? Meanwhile, the podcast host is distracted by the ISU World Figure Skating Championships. Which of your favorite athletes win the Spirit of Ash Ketchum Award? Click here to here the episode!

Hey, have I mentioned this show has a Patreon? Some new episodes up lately, you should check them out!

Interviews with Pokemon actors? Yes please! Head on over to Pokepress for that and more! Or listen to video game/Pokemon music here on soundcloud!

Special Episode: Historical Documents!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Mon, 20 Mar 2017 01:38:00 -0400

Team Rocket has an adventure that may challenge their identities as villains. I said may, not will. You'll have to tune in to hear if they found the light.

And when you're done with that, you should hit up my Patreon page for two new special exclusive episodes! Pokemon Adventures, or Pop Songs, take your pick!

Meanwhile, Pokepress is becoming a regular globe-trotter, heading out to Australia for the Pokemon Oceanic Championships. A lot of good interviews with the competetors should be coming your way, like this one with the TCG Masters Runner-Up.

Episode 278: Brock Returns, The Sequel!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Thu, 16 Mar 2017 22:36:00 -0400

Brock is back! (again!) And what an episode to come in on, there's new pokemon capturing, battle upgrades, character developments, continuity nods and Ash showing his proficiency in Pika-speak. Nearly a throwaway, but maybe one of the more important episodes. Click here to hear what happens!
Pokepress is uploading all sorts of fun interviews from Anime Milwaukee! Vic Mignogna, anyone?
They've also got a pretty cool blog, this way... :)

Episode 277: Meeting The Parents!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 15 Mar 2017 21:38:00 -0400

It's time to get to know May's family, and Ash looks like the responsible young man you want to bring home. So much so that Norman and Caroline trust him with their daughter... and their son. I don't think Ash was planning on a babysitting gig, but he warms up to the idea pretty quickly. Tune in to hear how that ended up happening!

Pokepress is uploading all sorts of fun interviews from Anime Milwaukee! Like this one with Vic Mignogna! I'm sure I don't have to explain who he is, right? ;)

You should also head over to their blog for the Pokepress Digest Podcast and so much more!

Episode 276: Road to Ruins!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 4 Mar 2017 13:24:00 -0500

We're back covering Ash and May, and the hijinks they get up to on the road. Or I guess the hijinks find them. Not their fault they stumbled into both a Team Rocket and a Team Magma plot... but at least a professor got a new discovery out of it! Click here to download or listen!

You should also head over to Pokepress and see their blog or YouTube channel for an interview with Lucien Dodge (Voice actor of "Blue", "Silver", etc) and so much more!

Special Episode: Throw Out The Rulebook!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 21 Feb 2017 20:10:00 -0500

Misty is back at Cerulean Gym, but the PIA is ready to shake things up! There's also an out of control Gyarados, some fanboys and a familiar trio who want to wrench control of the gym. She's got her work cut out for her! How will her first day as gym leader go? You'll have to click here to find out.

Wanna preview the Diamond and Pearl BluRay DVD so you know what you're getting? Check out Pokepress' latest unboxing video!

And listen to the end of The Electric Tale of Pikachu or Steven and I discussing Movie 4 ending themes at my Patreon!

Special Episode: The Brockfather, Part 2

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 8 Feb 2017 20:18:00 -0500

Brock returns home to deal with a family emergency, and finds out that even though both of his parents have returned to the home, he's still the only one in this family that's an adult. I honestly don't know how these people survive when he's not around. But it looks like one of the younger siblings is starting to grow up a bit... Click here to listen or download!

Wanna preview the Diamond and Pearl BluRay DVD so you know what you're getting? Check out Pokepress' latest unboxing video!

Episode 275: The Honeymoon Is Over!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 28 Jan 2017 23:34:00 -0500

Day 1 of the Hoenn Region! As usual, Ash and Pikachu have an eventful start, and I'm a little surprised Ash lived through it. But it's not every day that Team Rocket saves Pikachu's life, even if they were the ones who got him in trouble in the first place... Click here to download or listen!
And hey, mosey on over to Pokepress' Youtube channel! Lots of new videos up, including a nice retro promo cassette!
And listen to the end of The Electric Tale of Pikachu or Steven and I discussing Movie 4 ending themes at my Patreon!

The Very Best Like No One Ever Was Awards! Johto Edition!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 14 Jan 2017 21:13:00 -0500

Can you believe it? We finished out the Johto region! It was so long, I have trouble remembering all that happened. Hopefully this awards ceremony will remind us of the highlights! It's been a wild few years with ups and downs, both in the series and out. ;) Click here to listen, right click to download, enjoy!

Or, head over to my Patreon page for more Pokemon discussion! I talk about Electric Tale and join Steven for a discussion on the 4th movie ending themes.
And head to Pokepress' Youtube channel for even MORE Pokemon discussion! You are super spoiled this weekend! Steven talks to Eric Summerer from The Dice Tower Podcast about TCG stuff and general Pokemon experiences. All good stuff!

Episode 274: You Can (Not) Advance!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 18 Dec 2016 09:58:00 -0500

It's finally here! The last episode of the Johto region! Ash and Pikachu head off on a new journey, a new start, that ends up looking disturbingly familiar to their first one... Click here to listen or download!

To cast a vote for THE VERY BEST LIKE NO ONE EVER WAS AWARDS, click this link!

Also, Pokepress was off in London, at The European International Championships! There's lots of cool stuff to see... you should check out their videos on YouTube!
And for all the other stuff Pokepress gets up to, check out their blog page!
And to visit my Patreon page for the special Movie 3 discussion, click here!

Episode 273: Two Roads Diverged In A Viridian City!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 00:33:00 -0500

Anne's back to her non-weepy self, just in time for all our friends to leave! Brock, Misty and Gary part ways with Ash, so get ready for some bittersweet goodbyes. We also discuss Gary's unique fashion sense. Click here to listen or download!
And hey, Pokepress was off in London, doing stuff! Check out the videos from The European International Championships! There's lots of cool stuff to see...
And for all the other stuff Pokepress gets up to, check out their blog page!

Episode 272: Catching Fire!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 11 Dec 2016 17:40:00 -0500

This episode clocks in at over an hour, and at least fifteen minutes of it is me crying... Blame it on Disney. But it's jam-packed! A tearful rant about Ash deserving more respect, Gary and friendship, Pokemon Champions and the Elite trainer system, and finally... a Winner for Pokemon Fantasy League! Click here to listen, and right click to download the file!
And hey, Pokepress is off in London, doing stuff! Check out the videos from The European International Championships! There's lots of cool stuff to see...
And for all the other stuff Pokepress gets up to, check out their blog page!

Episode 271: Harrison vs Ash!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 10 Dec 2016 15:03:00 -0500

We come so far and fought so hard here at the Johto League Silver Conference. We've fought a rival, and now it's on to the next. Can Ash win this match for Gary? Click here to find out. (Listen or right click to download the file.)
You can check it out the Pokepress Digest Podcast here! And find out more at their site!
And if you want to keep up with the points on Fantasy Pokemon League, head on over to our Facebook!

Episode 270: Two Enter, One Leaves!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Thu, 8 Dec 2016 16:15:00 -0500

The conclusion to Ash and Gary's battle! Only one can be the winner! But in a way... I think maybe both boys found a way to win... Click here to listen, or right click to download the file!

By the way, Pokepress started their own podcast! What's their first episode like? (I'm involved, so it must be fabulous, right?) You should check it out for yourself! Click here! Then, they also started reviewing the "Pokemon Christmas Bash" CD! Check that out, here!
And if you want to keep up with the points on Fantasy Pokemon League, head on over to our Facebook!

Episode 269: Rivals Forever!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 6 Dec 2016 01:59:00 -0500

Ash faces off against Gary in the Silver Conference, on this second day of the Holiday Marathon! I get really inside baseball (and maybe fan theory heavy) on Gary, Pikachu and the high stakes in this battle. It's only part one, guys, so there's more to come... Click here to listen, or download by right-clicking and saving the file!
By the way, Pokepress started their own podcast! What's their first episode like? (I'm involved, so it must be fabulous, right?) You should check it out for yourself! Click here! Then, they also started reviewing the "Pokemon Christmas Bash" CD! Check that out, here!
And if you want to keep up with the points on Fantasy Pokemon League, head on over to our Facebook!

Episode 268: Capes Make The Man! (Again!)

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 4 Dec 2016 16:32:00 -0500

The Holiday Marathon begins! Ash faces off against a character we've seen before, though he may be having an identity crisis... We also continue with our game of Fantasy Pokemon League! Click here to listen to the last of the semifinals! You can also download the file by right-clicking and choosing "Save file as"

By the way, Pokepress started their own podcast! What's their first episode like? (I'm invovled, so it must be fabulous, right?) You should check it out for yourself! Click here! Then, they also started reviewing the "Pokemon Christmas Bash" CD! Check that out, here!
And if you want to keep up with the points on Fantasy Pokemon League, head on over to our Facebook!

Episode 267: Lovers And Fighters!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Thu, 1 Dec 2016 23:54:00 -0500

(Thank you everyone for your patience as I try to piece back together this podcast! It has been very time-consuming, but I am making progress and the Holiday Marathon will go as planned, as long as the internet doesn't fail us again!)
Today, Ash fights his first battle of the semi-finals, and also has a romantic encounter? I'll let you decide whether or not he's actually aware of the fact. Also, someone racked up a loooot of points for our fantasy Pokemon League game. Click here to find out who! You can also download the episode by right-clicking the link and selecting "save link as"!
What has Pokepress been up to? My oh my, so much! They started a podcast of their own! (Not to brag, but I'm kinda in the first episode, you should totally listen.) Then, they also started reviewing the "Pokemon Christmas Bash" CD! Check that out, here!

Episode 266: Warm Fuzzies!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 20 Nov 2016 22:33:00 -0500

So the Silver Conference has its opening ceremonies and I get to gush about Gary turning into a respectable human being. There are conversations by the lake, battles in the prelims and of course, Fantasy Pokemon League! And some discussion on Pokemon Sun and Moon, since I'm having such fun playing that! Click here to hear how it all went!

Here's Pokepress talking with fans about the Pokemon TCG Pre-release! Check out this, and their many other vids and interviews. (I'm in some of them; you totally should!)

Episode 265: Runner Up!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 13 Nov 2016 23:34:00 -0500

The Silver Conference is almost upon us, the torch runner is about to start! While we wait for that to get underway, I have a long tangent about Pokemon Black and White/ Episode N and what it can teach us about politics. Ho hum... Click here to listen!

Congratulations to Team Logan and Team Evan! I look forward to your Fantasy Pokemon League competition!

In music news, you can watch Pokepress unbox the latest character album out of Japan on their Youtube channel!
Or read Steven's thoughts here!

Episode 264: Crying For Our Mommies!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Mon, 7 Nov 2016 22:41:00 -0500

Crazy future episode ideas, the end of a friend's character arc, and oh! A game, you say? You can hear the whole episode here, or keep reading for game details..

All right, Team! We're gonna play Fantasy Pokemon League! I'll break down the rules more later, but here's the basic idea:
Everyone who wants to play will draft 4 characters (at least 1 human and 1 pokemon) and 1 event and 1 attack, for a total of 6. When the Silver Conference episodes air, you will all earn points based on what happens. Such as:
Battle Points: You get a point when one of your characters appears in a Pokemon battle. Bonus point if they win the match.
Hero Points; You get a point if one of your characters save someone.
Romance Points: You get a point if one of your characters falls in love, or someone falls in love with them.
Event Points: In addition to characters, you draft an event, such as the team rocket motto, wobbofett popping out of its pokeball, handshakes/highfives, etc. If one of these events happen, you get a point.
Attack Points: Anytime your drafted attack is used (ex. Thundershock) by any pokemon, you get a point.
Random Points: There will also be a few random or bonus events that you can earn points from.
I'll explain the rules more, and write up a full breakdown of everything available for drafts later this weekend, and of course, I'll explain it on the show. Obviously, certain main characters stand to rack up a lot of points, so there might be handicaps associated with them.
This is mostly for fun and giggles, but there is a PRIZE! I knit small dolls, and to the winner, I will knit a little Ash Ketchum doll and mail it anywhere in the world. So, a little incentive.
Do you want to play? Please let me know in the comments! We need at least three people playing for this to work. I don't think I'll need to impose a max limit on players, but please put your name in the comments so I have a basic idea!

You can watch Pokepress unbox the latest character album out of Japan on their Youtube channel!
Or read Steven's thoughts here!

Episode 263: Poke-ception!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 30 Oct 2016 16:49:00 -0400

A legendary Pokemon shows up and takes us through a strange altered reality. And I maybe spend a good ten minutes ranting about unwanted Pokemon arguments at the anime con. I know, sigh, I should learn to let things go... Click here to listen!
Hey, we're almost at the Pokemon League! I wanna play Fantasy Football, or Fantasy Pokemon! Keep an eye on the Facebook, because on Friday, I'll put out a post to see who might be interested!

Pokemon music? Don't mind if I do! Steven from Pokepress and I got together again to discuss Pokemon movie soundtracks. For the next month, that special episode is only available on my Patreon page. Come over and check it out!
You can also find other interviews Pokepress has done, on their blog or Youtube channel!

Episode 262: Poke-Napped Again!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Mon, 17 Oct 2016 19:06:00 -0400

Getting captured by Team Rocket is a tale as old as time for this crew. Luckily, they know how to deal. Today, Larvitar takes a turn being the hero and carrying out the rescue mission, and the issue of evolution comes up again. Is Ash's team ready for the League this time around? Click here to listen...
A lot of Pokemon stuff has been happening on the Patreon feed! Discussions of The Electric Tale of Pikachu and the first movie ending theme(s). Pretty soon, Steven and I will be discussing the 2nd movie themes, so you don't want to miss that! This way to my Patreon feed, thatdorkanne, or head this way to visit Pokepress, on their blog or Youtube channel! Steven just unboxed a mastering CD for the ending credits song "We're a Miracle", a nice little piece of Pokemon music history!

Episode 261: The Spark Between!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Mon, 10 Oct 2016 20:22:00 -0400

I don't know if you can technically classify this one as a filler episode, since we run into an old friend, have a friend capture and then there's a trade, an evolution and a release from Team Rocket... despite the inauspicious plot, a lot of stuff does happen. Including true love! Click here!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING, CANADA!
Click here to listen to a special episode on The Electric Tale of Pikachu, Vol 3. Pokepress and I also sit down and talk about the first movie ending themes, here's the link!

Wanna know what goes in to a great Pokemon cosplay? Or what winning a Super Smash Bros tourney feels like? Head on over to Pokepress, both at their blog and Youtube channel!

Episode 260: Slow and Steady!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 1 Oct 2016 16:08:00 -0400

Our heroes stumble upon a group of slowpoke in trouble, and a legend that may or may not hold water. But logic was never a slowpoke's strong point, was it? Click here to listen!

You should also visit my Patreon page if you want to here me and Pokepress talk about the first movie ending themes, here's the link!

Wanna know what goes in to a great Pokemon cosplay? Or what winning a Super Smash Bros tourney feels like? Head on over to Pokepress, both at their blog and Youtube channel!

Episode 259: Three Plots, No Waiting!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Fri, 23 Sep 2016 21:56:00 -0400

There's more than you might expect in this episode, an evolution, a legendary... a lot of shameless plugging, haha! A fun little episode on our way to Mt. Silver, Click here to listen!

You should also visit my Patreon page if you want to here me and Pokepress talk about the first movie ending themes, here's the link!

Wanna know what goes in to a great Pokemon cosplay? Or what winning a Super Smash Bros tourney feels like? Head on over to Pokepress, both at their blog and Youtube channel!

Episode 258: Rock-a-bye Baby!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 11 Sep 2016 18:06:00 -0400

Ash gives birth to a rock monster, sort of. A surrogate parent, I guess, but welcome to the world, Larvatar! It's... not the best birthday one could hope for... Larvatar has some problems, and then Team Rocket makes them all worse, but if anyone can help with that, it's Ash, right? Also starring Professor Oak and Mom! Click here to listen!

Wanna know what goes in to a great Pokemon cosplay? Or what winning a Super Smash Bros tourney feels like? Head on over to Pokepress, both at their blog and Youtube channel!

Episode 257: Somewhere, Beyond The Sea...

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Thu, 1 Sep 2016 01:43:00 -0400

We meet an old friend today, while running an errand for Professor Elm. Ash picks up an egg, then gets the chance to meet up with our old buddy, Lapras! What's this Water-Type been up to since we saw it last? Click the link to find out!

Head this way to visit Pokepress, on their blog or Youtube channel!

Movie Episode 5: Water World!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 20 Aug 2016 13:36:00 -0400

Hey, a movie! Starring everybody, whether they have a reason to be there or not. Yes, there are some clear flaws and failures in this film, and yet, I find it to still rank among my favorites. Click here to listen!

For those who weren't able to attend Pokemon US Nationals, Pokepress has you covered! Click here to see some of their videos and interviews! Take a tour! Or, have an interview with the Senior's TCG Winner! Or the Pokken Champion!

Episode 256: A Gym Battle Featuring Serena

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 2 Aug 2016 20:24:00 -0400

It's a gym battle episode! I know, sounds strange, but true. Before that, we have a looong talk about Serena and XY in general, now that the sun is setting on that particular season. Tune in to listen!

For those who weren't able to attend Pokemon US Nationals, Pokepress has you covered! Click here to see some of their videos and interviews! Take a tour! Or, have an interview with the Senior's TCG Winner! Or the Pokken Champion!

Episode 255: Badges of Honor!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 17 Jul 2016 22:04:00 -0400

Team Rocket has a surprisingly simple and effective plan for stealing Ash's badges, but as always, they manage to mess it up. It's a pretty fun episode, and drops a lot of world-building facts on us as well. Tune in to listen!
For those who weren't able to attend Pokemon US Nationals, Pokepress has you covered! Click here to see some of their videos and interviews! Take a tour! Or, have an interview with the Senior's TCG Winner! Or the Pokken Champion!
And if you still need more pokemon goodness after that, head on over to my Patreon page for a special episode on Pokemon Zenshou!

Episode 254: Flaming Seismic Dragon Rage Toss!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 12 Jul 2016 19:57:00 -0400

Don't know why it sounds like I'm talking into a plastic tube today, but despite me continuing to fail at audio production, we are at the Gym Battle for a Rising Badge, and nothing shall get in our way! Ash is behaving as a professional trainer should, minus one fake-out with Pikachu, and his unusual strategies are what clinches the match. Insurance for gym buildings has got to be an expensive premium... Click here to listen!
How's everyone doing at Pokemon GO? Is it availiable in your country? Remember, no catching Pokemon in traffic!
For those who weren't able to attend Pokemon US Nationals, Pokepress has you covered! Click here to see some of their videos and interviews! Take a tour! Or, have an interview with the Senior's TCG Winner! Or the Pokken Champion!
And if you still need more pokemon goodness after that, head on over to my Patreon page for a special episode on Pokemon Zenshou!

Episode 253: Light The FIre Within!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Wed, 29 Jun 2016 21:36:00 -0400

We see an old friend today... or two, or three. A good ol' reunion, in fact, and we do battle with a Dragonite who just can't help itself from barbecuing the countryside. Why? Well, Team Rocket may have had something to do with it... Click here to listen!

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Episode 252: Dragonforce!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sun, 19 Jun 2016 23:00:00 -0400

The gym battle against Clair begins, making this badge number 8 if Ash succeeds. Of course, Team Rocket might be running a scheme right now, so... things might not run as smoothly as we expect.
Also, Happy Father's Day? Do you have a favorite PokeDad?
Click here to hear the episode!

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Episode 251: Blackthorn Blues!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Tue, 14 Jun 2016 20:11:00 -0400

We're back, and still riding the excitement of Episode 250, and heading into the Blackthorn City arc. It begins with a Dratini and a Dragon Fang ritual... which is also how it ends. It's a fun introduction to Gym Leader Clair, Dragon Master. Tune in to listen!
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And this way to watch the special 250 video episode and see me blow out my candles! Or listen to any of the special episodes on Patreon!

Episode 250: Party Maker!

pikapipodcast@gmail.com (Pikapi Podcast) — Sat, 28 May 2016 16:41:00 -0400

It's finally here! After hours upon hours of processing and uploading, episode 250 finally hit the internet! Why did it take so long, well... there's a video version of this podcast! Yup, we're having a good ol' kitchen party, and if you want the visuals, head on over to my Patreon page to subscribe. $1/month gets you that and all the special Origins discussion!
What else makes number 250 special? Well, it's a BANNED episode! Yes, our friend Jynx is stirring up some controversy, so you've got that to look forward to as well. Not only that, but a cameo appearance from an old friend? It's all fun and games today, tune in to listen!

And for all things Pokemon, music, interviews, game demos and more, well, head on over to Pokepress!