Beyond the Ball
256 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsA podcast about Pokémon! Every episode Will and Braden analyze and discuss all the Pokédex entries for a single Pokémon.
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Beyond the Ball 149 - Togekiss
May 23, 2022 16:34 - 1 hour - 81.6 MBAs we approach episode 150 we round out the Togepi family this episode with it's final evolution, Togekiss! Join us as we explore exactly what blessings this big, beautiful egg bird bestows upon others and get caught off guard with some super loaded entries right off the bat. Strife ahoy! Follow along with the Pokedex entries below: Diamond and Pearl: It will never appear where there is strife. Its sightings have become rare recently. Platinum: It shares many blessings with people who resp...
Beyond the Ball 148 - Togetic
May 16, 2022 15:03 - 1 hour - 87.2 MBThe spike ball baby Togepi has evolved into joyous Togetic! Kindhearted folks are in for a treat when this happy little egg bird comes around. Join us as we uncover the mysteries Togetic of revealed in the Pokedex and stay tuned through the end for some big show announcements! Follow along with Togetic's entries below: Gold: They say that it will appear before kindhearted, caring people and shower them with happiness. Silver: It grows dispirited if it is not with kind people. It can float ...
Beyond the Ball 147 - Togepi
May 09, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBThe Baby has arrived! That's right, it's time to talk Togepi. Join us as we explore the secrets of Togepi's mysterious shell, the difference between joy and happiness, and the connection between fortune and kindheartedness. Follow along with the entries below: Gold: The shell seems to be filled with joy. It is said that it will share good luck when treated kindly. Silver: A proverb claims that happiness will come to anyone who can make a sleeping TOGEPI stand up. Crystal: It is considered...
Beyond the Ball 146 - Lumineon
April 25, 2022 22:16 - 1 hour - 79.2 MBIt's time to take our voyage through the Pokemon world into the deep sea as we explore Finneon's evolved form, Lumineon! In this episode we learn a surprising amount about Lumineon's behaviors and place in the food chain so buckle up for some actual facts I guess? Don't worry, the Pokedex will of course still find ways to baffle us. Follow along with the entries below! Diamond: It lives on the deep-sea floor. It attracts prey by flashing the patterns on its four tail fins. Pearl: To avoid ...
Beyond the Ball 145 - Finneon
April 18, 2022 14:34 - 53 minutes - 64.2 MBThe future of BTB is looking bright this week as we discuss our first piscine Pokemon, Finneon! Follow along with the entries below! Diamond: After long exposure to sunlight, the patterns on its tail fins shine vividly when darkness arrives. Pearl: The way its two tail fins flutter while it swims has earned it the nickname “BEAUTIFLY of the Sea.” Platinum: The line running down its side can store sunlight. It shines vividly at night. HeartGold & SoulSilver: Swimming and fluttering its tw...
Beyond the Ball 144 - Claydol
April 11, 2022 15:22 - 1 hour - 90.6 MBThe mystery deepens this episode as we delve into Baltoy's evolved form, Claydol! Join us as we navigate superstition and hearsay while trying to straighten out the facts on this ancient Pokémon! Follow along with the entries below: Ruby: CLAYDOL are said to be dolls of mud made by primitive humans and brought to life by exposure to a mysterious ray. This POKéMON moves about while levitating. Sapphire: CLAYDOL is an enigma that appeared from a clay statue made by an ancient civilization da...
Beyond the Ball 143 - Baltoy
April 04, 2022 15:25 - 51 minutes - 60.4 MBIt's time to delve into the mysteries of Baltoy! The psychic clay top that loves to party a little too loudly! Follow along with the entries below: Ruby: BALTOY moves while spinning around on its one foot. Primitive wall paintings depicting this POKéMON living among people were discovered in some ancient ruins. Sapphire: As soon as it spots others of its kind, BALTOY congregates with them and then begins crying noisily in unison. This POKéMON sleeps while cleverly balancing itself on its...
Beyond the Ball 142 - Klefki
March 28, 2022 16:25 - 1 hour - 91.6 MBThis episode we're talking about the Key Ring Pokemon Klefki! Is it really just keys or are there more secrets to unlocked within its Pokedex entries? Why does it collect keys? What came first, keys or Klefki? Join us as we explore exciting questions like these and more on Beyond the Ball! Follow along with the entries below: X: These key collectors threaten any attackers by fiercely jingling their keys at them. Y: It never lets go of a key that it likes, so people give it the keys to va...
Beyond the Ball 141 - Venusaur (feat. Callie)
March 21, 2022 17:49 - 1 hour - 93.8 MBCallie joins us one last time (for now) as we wrap up the Bulbasaur family with Venusaur! It's time see what this frog can really do as we ask the important questions like: What does it smell like? How can it help recovering ecosystems? How can we avoid exploiting its utilities within the constraints of capitalism? Y'know, typical Pokemon stuff! Follow along with the entries below: Red and Blue: The plant blooms when it is absorbing solar energy. It stays on the move to seek sunlight. Yel...
Beyond the Ball 140 - Ivysaur (feat. Callie)
March 14, 2022 16:27 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBThe Bulbasaur bonanza continues as we move onto it's angsty older sibling, Ivysaur! Callie is of course back once again to lend us her expertise in this exciting field as we explore just what makes everyone's favorite floral frog tick (hint: it's sunlight). Follow along with the entries below: Red and Blue: When the bulb on its back grows large, it appears to lose the ability to stand on its hind legs. Yellow: The bulb on its back grows by drawing energy. It gives off an aroma when it is...
Beyond the Ball 139 - Bulbasaur (feat. Callie)
March 07, 2022 16:44 - 1 hour - 85 MBIt's time to talk about number one, Bulbasaur! And so of course we had to have Bulbasaur's number one fan, Callie, join our discussion! Come join us as we explore the difference between plant, animal and seed and get to the root of what Bulbasaur really is! Follow along with the entries below: Red and Blue: A strange seed was planted on its back at birth. The plant sprouts and grows with this POKéMON. Yellow: It can go for days without eating a single morsel. In the bulb on its back, it ...
Beyond the Ball 138 - Altaria
February 28, 2022 18:33 - 1 hour - 71.4 MBIt's time to talk about Swablu's evolution Altaria! How does it hit those high, high notes? Why is it a dragon now? What is it like to be hugged by one? Answers to at least one of these questions and more await you Beyond the Ball! Follow along with the entries below: Ruby: ALTARIA dances and wheels through the sky among billowing, cotton-like clouds. By singing melodies in its crystal-clear voice, this POKéMON makes its listeners experience dreamy wonderment. Sapphire: ALTARIA sings in ...
Beyond the Ball Special Report - Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Trailer Reaction
February 28, 2022 01:54 - 18 minutes - 23.7 MBThey did what? Gen IX is here already?? Come watch the new trailer for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet with us to find out more! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAmueMsFR1o
Beyond the Ball 137 - Swablu
February 21, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 91.3 MBWe got a round birb to on our hands this episode. Or should I say heads? That's right folks, we're talking about Swablu. The true-blue, cotton-winged, bird Pokemon that just loves bein' a hat. This one's a little long as we put a lot of work in trying to make sense of some of these entries. You're welcome! Follow along with the entries below: Ruby: SWABLU has light and fluffy wings that are like cottony clouds. This POKéMON is not frightened of people. It lands on the heads of people and s...
Beyond the Ball 136 - Aegislash
February 14, 2022 18:05 - 59 minutes - 69.5 MBWe arrive at last at the kingmaker known as Aegislash. A Pokemon that wields far more terrible spectral power than we ever thought possible. Buckle up! Follow along with the entries below: X: Generations of kings were attended by these Pokémon, which used their spectral power to manipulate and control people and Pokémon. Y: Apparently, it can detect the innate qualities of leadership. According to legend, whoever it recognizes is destined to become king. Sword (Shield Forme): In this ...
Beyond the Ball 135 - Doublade
February 07, 2022 16:11 - 41 minutes - 49.3 MBPrepare for trouble and make it double! That's right, one sword has become two as Honedge evolves into our focus this episode, Doublade! Twice as many swords means twice as much fun, but we're still stuck with only four Pokedex entries so forgive us chasing down Legends Arceus and yet more Dune rabbit holes. Follow along with the entries below: X When Honedge evolves, it divides into two swords, which cooperate via telepathy to coordinate attacks and slash their enemies to ribbons. Y Th...
Beyond the Ball Special Report - Pokemon Legends: Arceus
February 04, 2022 16:35 - 1 hour - 78.2 MBPokemon Legends: Arceus has been out for barely a week and we just couldn't resist talking about it instead of our normal episode. This is the most fun we've had with a Pokemon game in years AND it frequently raises many of the discussion points that we regularly get into here on the show. We talked for an hour here and still had more to say! SPOILERS: We avoid talking about anything major, but we get into some early-game story stuff. We mostly discuss gameplay and mechanics as well as a ha...
Beyond the Ball 144 - Honedge
January 24, 2022 18:18 - 57 minutes - 66.9 MBWhat happens when a sword becomes a Pokemon? You get Honedge of course! Join us as we once again explore the heady and ambiguous metaphysical laws of the Pokemon world with this uniquely spooky specimen! Follow along with the Pokedex entries below: X: Apparently this Pokémon is born when a departed spirit inhabits a sword. It attaches itself to people and drinks their life force. Y: If anyone dares to grab its hilt, it wraps a blue cloth around that person’s arm and drains that person’s...
Beyond the Ball 133 - Mandibuzz
January 17, 2022 20:55 - 1 hour - 70 MBJoin us in the nest of bones this week as we discuss Vullaby's evolved form, Mandibuzz! We'll also cover: auspicious birthdays, the horrifying sins of actual vultures, bone collecting, and more! Follow along with the Pokedex entries below: Black It makes a nest out of bones it finds. It grabs weakened prey in its talons and hauls it to its nest of bones. White Watching from the sky, they swoop to strike weakened Pokémon on the ground. They decorate themselves with bones. Black and Whit...
Beyond the Ball 132 - Vullaby
January 10, 2022 21:16 - 57 minutes - 68.6 MBThey say it takes all kinds to fill a Pokedex and Beyond the Ball is committed to talking about each and every one of them. Even the ones we don't like all that much. The ones that gross us out quite a bit. Yes, today we are talking about the one and only depraved sicko bird baby Vullaby. Don't worry friends, it just butt armor! We also take some weird sidetracks that only we will understand and delve a little into Will's nightmares. Enjoy! Follow along with the Pokedex entries below: Blac...
Beyond the Ball 131 - Kabutops
January 03, 2022 23:58 - 1 hour - 87 MBWe're back from a holiday break and we're ready to hit the ground running as we talk about the ferocious Kabutops! It's been a minute since we talked about a Pokemon with swords for hands and you can tell we're excited. Other topics include: Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, the Disappointment of Spore, and foil surfing. Follow along with entries below: Red and Blue Its sleek shape is perfect for swimming. It slashes prey with its claws and drains the body fluids. Yellow A slim and f...
Beyond the Ball 130 - Kabuto
December 06, 2021 17:28 - 1 hour - 72 MBIn this episode we're going way back to talk about our very old friend Kabuto! Turns out actual horseshoe crabs are a lot more interesting but we still love our little rock bug friend. Photos of Tachypleus tridentatus: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/20/LimuleFace.jpg/1920px-LimuleFace.jpg https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d4/Limule%28dD%29Ventral.jpg/800px-Limule%28dD%29Ventral.jpg Music by Junichi Masuda
Beyond the Ball 129 - Gothitelle
November 29, 2021 19:38 - 54 minutes - 65.8 MBWe've arrived at Gothita's final destination in the form of Gothitelle and boy has it been a journey! Join us as we discuss astral bodies and ill portents this episode with our new sad friend! And yes, its cry does sound like that! Gothitelle cover art by Ken Sugimori Music by Junichi Masuda
Beyond the Ball 128 - Gothorita
November 22, 2021 21:10 - 49 minutes - 59.7 MBThe mystery deepens as we discuss Gothorita this episode! What strange new powers has it acquired and what crimes will it use them to commit? Answers to these questions and more await you Beyond the Ball! Gothorita cover art by Ken Sugimori Music by Junichi Masuda
Beyond the Ball 127 - Gothita
November 15, 2021 20:27 - 54 minutes - 64.4 MBWe're onto a new evolution chain this episode as we attempt to unravel the mysteries of a spooky little baby named Gothita! You'll also learn about Will's new pets and Braden's Bad Meat Experience! Gothita cover art by Ken Sugimori Music by Junichi Masuda
Beyond the Ball 126 - Crawdaunt
November 08, 2021 18:43 - 1 hour - 83 MBCorphish is ready for the big leagues this episode as we talk about its evolved form, Crawdaunt! Join us as we peel back its Shrek-like layers to find out what makes this rough customer of a Pokemon tick!
Beyond the Ball 125 - Corphish
November 02, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBIn this episode we do our best to resist talking about Dune and instead discuss the Ruffian Pokemon Corphish! We also touch on the found footage teaser trailer that was recently put out for Pokémon Legends: Arceus which you can watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bEb9gbJUUeA
Beyond the Ball 124 - Eiscue
October 25, 2021 17:36 - 57 minutes - 78.8 MBThis week we're talking about Eiscue, the Penguin Pokemon! This one's pretty fresh of the Pokepresses but we still have plenty to discuss with four whole entries, including a real humdinger at the end!
Beyond the Ball 123 - Snorlax
October 18, 2021 19:05 - 1 hour - 91.6 MBMunchlax has evolved and is finally ready to live the easy life as the mighty Snorlax! Buckle up, because we've got a lot of entries to get through and a brief dalmatian tangent. The inspiration for Snorlax, Koji Nishino: https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/nintendo/images/9/95/Koji_Nishino.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20180924165110&path-prefix=en Gigantamax Snorlax: https://swordshield.pokemon.com/assets/img/articles/pokemon_gsnorlax_2x.png
Beyond the Ball 122 - Munchlax
October 11, 2021 18:55 - 1 hour - 75.1 MBIn this episode we learn terrible truth behind Munchlax's seemingly idyllic existence as we explore what and why it eats on its desperate journey to become Snorlax. Braden also shares their thoughts on Pokemon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle.
Beyond the Ball 121 - Xerneas
October 04, 2021 17:18 - 56 minutes - 66.1 MBThe big deer is here! In this episode, we expolore Xerneas' few secrets as we meander once again to fill time, exploring topics such as the hardships of a gamer, Batman Beyond and more!
Beyond the Ball 120 - Yveltal
September 27, 2021 19:50 - 49 minutes - 57.8 MBIt's time for another Legendary episode of Beyond the Ball as we discuss the big beautiful bird of destruction, Yveltal! We also discuss Pokemon the Movie: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction, Oreos and whatever we else we can think of to make this episode longer!
Beyond the Ball 119 - Drampa
September 21, 2021 20:15 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBDear old Drampa has come down from it's lofty mountain home to educate us in its delicately placid ways. If you thought the bullies in The NeverEnding Story got off too easy then Drampa is the Pokemon for you!
Beyond the Ball 118 - Stunfisk
September 13, 2021 17:42 - 1 hour - 82.8 MBWatch out! We're talking about Stunfisk this episode and it is literally just waiting to get ya! Join us as we explore how and why the Trap Pokemon does what it does. Galarian Stunfisk art by Ken Sugimori: https://img.pokemondb.net/artwork/large/stunfisk-galarian.jpg Cilan art by Ken Sugimori: https://cdn2.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/f/fc/Black_White_Cilan.png/150px-Black_White_Cilan.png
Beyond the Ball 117 - Metagross
September 06, 2021 19:22 - 1 hour - 98.3 MBMetagross has landed and its four brains are absolutely terrifying! Apologies for an even lengthier episode than usual but we've got a lot of entries to chew on. Not to mention Mega Metagross! James staring down Metagross: https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/pokemon/images/f/fb/Shiny_Metagross.png/revision/latest?cb=20150225010122 Mega Metagross by Ken Sugimori: https://img.pokemondb.net/artwork/large/metagross-mega.jpg
Beyond the Ball 116 - Metang
August 30, 2021 18:02 - 1 hour - 92.5 MBMetang is here and it's got double the brains for the double the fun! And 100% more animosity toward jet planes apparently. Join us this episode as we marvel at Metang's sheer psychokinetic power. And we've still got one more evolution to go!
Beyond the Ball 115 - Beldum
August 23, 2021 18:36 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBWe're back to talk about Beldum this week! It's definitely one of the stranger Pokemon from Generation III, but we're gonna find out exactly what makes it tick and if Magneto has some competition for the title of Master of Magnetism. We also touch on some of the recent Pokemon news at the top of the episode.
Beyond the Ball 114 - Flygon
August 09, 2021 18:34 - 1 hour - 74.5 MBHere we round off our desert journey with "the elemental spirit of the desert" Flygon! This enigmatic dragon appears innocuous enough, but will our research uncover a darker side? Find out on Beyond the Ball!
Beyond the Ball 113 - Vibrava
August 02, 2021 16:52 - 1 hour - 86.5 MBWe're out of the pit but not quite in the air yet. Vibrava's still got some growing to do! Surely the ways in which it grows will be totally normal and not horrific at all! Recommended viewing for next episode: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-episodes/23_36-making-battles-in-the-sand/ (Part 3, episode 36 on Netflix)
Beyond the Ball 112 - Trapinch
July 26, 2021 18:41 - 1 hour - 84.9 MBHop in the ant pit with us this week as we talk about our new friend Trapinch! What secrets lie behind its starry gaze? Is there no escape from its sandy nest? What does it actually eat? Answers to some of these questions and more on this episode of Beyond the Ball! Carpender Ant: https://www.mypokecard.com/en/Gallery/my/galery/aeldnoEi9ZqX.jpg Trapinch Pits: https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E7Pj4q3VUAwlXPE?format=jpg&name=large + https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E7Pj4q1VUAsmvWo?format=jpg&name=large
Beyond the Ball 111 - Morpeko
July 19, 2021 17:59 - 49 minutes - 60.2 MBIt's our first real Sword and Shield Pokemon this episode as we talk about the #relatable and PIkachu-esque Morpeko! If you're hungry for facts then we are here to get you back into Full Belly Mode! Apple core Morpeko: https://i1.wp.com/pkmncards.com/wp-content/uploads/en_US-SWSH5-098-morpeko.jpg?fit=734%2C1024&ssl=1 Duck Soup by Kyle S.: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4i34ZlKirq6nnYtES4QHCY?si=cff85fbd4c1d49f9
Beyond the Ball 110 - Roserade
July 12, 2021 19:04 - 56 minutes - 68 MBRoserade has reached its final form and is spewing poison with the elegance of a dancer. Find out more as we unravel Roserade's true nature this episode and get bogged down by a variety of tangents. Roserade's hidden thorn whips: https://i0.wp.com/pkmncards.com/wp-content/uploads/roserade-stormfront-sf-23.jpg?fit=600%2C825&ssl=1 Pokemon card stream VOD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOAnILdwU94 Voldo video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOW9-F0kCeA
Beyond the Ball 109 - Roselia
July 05, 2021 18:08 - 1 hour - 83.8 MBRoses are red, roses are blue. Roselia has one of each for hands. Most of the time. Find it more in episode 109 of Beyond the Ball! Here's the video we mention in this episode: https://youtu.be/McB4lCnAips
Beyond the Ball 108 - Budew
June 28, 2021 17:39 - 57 minutes - 88 MBBudew! It's cute. It's baby. But it's also poison? Join us in our 108th episode as determine just how much Budew truly is all three of those things.
Beyond the Ball 107 - Chandelure
June 21, 2021 16:22 - 50 minutes - 79.2 MBWe reach the end of our fiery funeral procession this episode as we talk about Litwick and Lampent's final evolution, Chandelure. Will it maintain Lampent's more passive and subtle ways or will we see a return to form akin to Litwick's insidious tastes? Discover the answer to this question and others as we go Beyond the Ball once more!
Beyond the Ball 106 - Lampent
June 14, 2021 16:25 - 55 minutes - 87.1 MBWe thought Lampent would try to outdo the depravity of Litwick, but this evolution takes a slightly subtler turn that we were not expecting! Find out more in the 106th episode of Beyond the Ball as we explore the boundaries of fate and death!
Beyond the Ball 105 - Litwick
May 31, 2021 16:31 - 48 minutes - 76 MBWe kick off a new evolution chain this week that starts with little ol' Litwick! We do our best to justify this cute Pokemon's seemingly evil behavior but, as usual, the Pokedex has other plans!
Beyond the Ball 104 - Cherrim
May 27, 2021 18:59 - 1 hour - 102 MBThe nutrient ball has been drained and Cherubi's evolved form, Cherrim, is finally ready to bloom! Well, sometimes. You know, if it's nice out.
Beyond the Ball 103 - Cherubi
May 17, 2021 17:35 - 54 minutes - 85.2 MBAs we explore Cherubi this week, we once again touch upon the age-old question of "would you eat a Pokemon?" What if it was nutrient-rich AND delicious? Before you make your decision we'll present you with all the facts and circumstances in the scientific way that only Beyond the Ball can do!
Beyond the Ball 102 - Guzzlord
May 11, 2021 21:55 - 57 minutes - 89.1 MBCalling all junkivores! It's time to talk about the all-consuming and terrifying void that is Guzzlord! A top contender for deadliest Pokemon so soon after Krookodile. Buckle up! We also discuss our impressions of Pokemon Snap at the show, and spoiler: we like it! And, of course apologies to David Attenborough. The mentioned Tweet: https://twitter.com/ChaseKip_/status/1175867367584423943?s=20