Pokésports: A Competitive Pokémon Podcast
231 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 116 ratingsAt Pokesports, we are passionate about all things competitive Pokemon, and we strive to share that passion with our listeners. Our podcast is a dynamic and engaging discussion between two seasoned experts, Kevin and Mike, who bring both their expertise and sense of fun to every episode.
Our goal is to provide the latest news and insights into the ever-evolving meta, while also exploring the many fun and exciting aspects of competitive Pokemon. We put in the work to research and analyze new strategies, discuss upcoming tournaments, and provide valuable tips and tricks!
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Episodes
209 - Regulation G & The Sleepiest Esport
April 05, 2024 12:55 - 44 minutes - 62.6 MBIt's time to get your sleep on! The April Fools joke that keeps on giving. Also, Regulation G is here. See if Mike and Kevin can get their thoughts out about it! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
208 - Anatomy of a Sucker Punch
March 29, 2024 10:41 - 58 minutes - 81.6 MBIn which Kevin and Mike discuss the intricacies of Sucker Punch, Vancouver Regionals, PokeDoku, and the wild world of Logitech Mice (Call me, Logitech). Here's the post talking about when and when not to use Sucker Punch. I warn you, it's Math: https://twitter.com/Jenkins_VGC/status/1759397443270037609 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
207 - PSA 1.0, GC III, Articuno!
March 22, 2024 10:00 - 59 minutes - 82.7 MBMike and Kevin took a few weeks off of the pod, but Esports marches on! We discuss the GCIII, upcoming & completed regionals, and the way to accurately get your Pokémon cards graded as PSA 1. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
206 - Pokémon Day and Z-A!
March 01, 2024 12:37 - 58 minutes - 81.3 MBMike and Kevin discuss Pokemon Generations, Pokemon Unite, Venusaur, Blastoise, and Charizard raids, the Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket, and Pokemon Legends ZA. So much stuff today! No podcast next week due to Mike being stuck in Florida. Oh no, what ever will he do with all that sun and beach? Don't worry - he'll do his best to survive. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
205 - UnDuns Your Sparce
February 23, 2024 11:00 - 55 minutes - 77.8 MBIn this episode, Mike & Kevin will do exactly as the title says - they're gonna UnDun your Sparce. Get ready for your Sparce to be UnDun. You might have way too many Duns, but now it's time for them to get UnDun. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
204 - Splish Splash, I was Playing Unite
February 16, 2024 12:52 - 1 hour - 96.9 MBMike & Kevin talk Turkey, if the Turkey's name was Gyarados, and it evolved from a smaller turkey named Magikarp. Honestly, I'm not sure how much Turkey is actually involved in the situation, but they talk about'em. We're also in Pokémon Day Countdown mode, so expect speculation, excitement, and more speculation. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
203 - Hidden in Plain Sight
February 09, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 92.9 MBWhether we're talking about Amoonguss, Hack-checks, or new game hints, today's topics are hidden! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
200 - Every 200 Episodes We Do This
February 02, 2024 12:54 - 1 hour - 93.3 MBEvery first 200 episodes we're contractually obligated to do this exact episode. It needed to happen because it was the 200th episode. We've been around for too long. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
202 - 4 New Types & 1 New Bug
February 02, 2024 12:53 - 52 minutes - 73.7 MBIn which Mike & Kevin discuss 4 well-thought-out new typings, Liverpool Reginoals, and the funniest bug that Kevin has ever seen. Go check out Adept Charon's post about the new types! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
201 - The Global Challenge I ,Charlotte & Farigiraf!
January 26, 2024 11:00 - 50 minutes - 71.6 MBMike & Kevin discuss all things Farigiraf. You thought this podcast was going to be about the Pokémon-lookin' new friend in town? Well think again! We only talk about it for a LITTLE bit. Also, it's time for The Global Challenge I, which suggests there'll be a The Global Challenge II. III? IV? V? X? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
199 - Portland, Charlotte & Blueberries
January 12, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 89.6 MBIn which Kevin & Mike discuss Portland, Charlotte & Blueberries - what else could you ask for?! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
198 - The Isle of Bear
January 05, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 87 MBMike & Kevin discuss the issue with Dragon Cheer, their fight with Stellar typing, and how Regulation F has shaken up the meta. Has Flutter Mane been dethroned? Well, I guess it depends on how far in the ladder you look. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
197 - Stellar Type is Actually Good!
December 29, 2023 11:00 - 57 minutes - 80.2 MBWait, so you're telling me we've been playing this game for almost two weeks now and we STILL haven't discovered Stellar Chien-Pao?! Who'da thunk it. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
196 - The Fiery Beard
December 22, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 94.6 MBThe return of Dexit, this time it's New Indigo Disk Edition. Mike and Kevin get into the ups and downs of the new game and all of its competitive advantages/disadvantage. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
195 - The Game Is Complete
December 15, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 101 MBThe Indigo Disk has finally dropped, and I've gotta say - it's fine that they took a year to figure out how to make Koraidon fly. It's a beautiful thing. Mike and Kevin discuss all things ID - BP, TMs, PKMN, even TRPG (That's Terapagos). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
194 - Thank You Mr. Snacksworth
December 08, 2023 11:00 - 52 minutes - 73.7 MBMr. Snacksworth is here to provide you with the Legendaries you need to make your team soar. Mr. Snacksworth believes in the future of competitive Pokémon and will always have your back in the pursuit of it. Mr. Snacksworth could actually be Ball Guy. I've never seen the two of them in the same room. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
193 - Regulation F: GO!
December 01, 2023 11:53 - 55 minutes - 79.3 MBKevin reveals his Pokémon Go rabbit hole, and we can all see just how far down this goes. It's deep. Medicham lives there. Regulation F information has...dropped? And Kevin performs a podcast on a timer. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
192 - Is it Heatran or Heatran?
November 24, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 87.1 MBIn which Mike and Kevin discuss the pronunciation of "Heatran" (Where, yes, it's "Heatran"). Mike paints a lovely picture of Eevees frolicking in a field, plus gives some insight into how events are put together. Less than a month until Indigo Disk now. Isn't that nuts? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
191 - Eevee Adventure
November 15, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 98.7 MBPokésports Podcast is moving to Fridays! Get your TGIFs on speed dial! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
190 - The Blursed Episode
November 08, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBIn this late Halloween episode, Mike and Kevin discuss the intricacies of Toronto, the upcoming release date of The Indigo Disk, and talking about your knowledge gaps! Let's go! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
189 - The Shortest One
October 25, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 96.3 MBWelcome to the shortest episode of Pokésports ever. Mike is newly married, Kevin is back home for 3 days before heading back to Toronto, but the boys do their best to squeeze all this Pokémon info in this episode for you! In this episode, we talk Lille Regionals, Premiere Challenges, Midseason Showdowns, & Toronto! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
188 - Kevin Joins The Dark Side
October 18, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 56 MB...and becomes a Dozo Bozo. Mike investigates the inner-workings of a Ditto, and the two lads get into some usage stats from the west coast. Best coast? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
187 - How Much Does Conkeldurr Bench?
October 11, 2023 13:12 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBAutumn treats, Peoria stats, and custom Pokémon moves! This episode of Pokesports goes deep on the latest tournament winners, and tries to learn something along the way. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
186 - Beastcoast, MSS, and Best of 3s! YEAH!
October 04, 2023 11:35 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBIn which Kevin and Mike discuss the newest Mid-Season Showdown, Pokemon Showdown, and tournaments. Pokemon Showdown now does best of threes, Beastcoast puts on amazing tournaments, and Pikachu is a Yokai? Hosted by Michael Busse & Kevin Sidonio Support the Show --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
185 - Kitakami Prologue & The Hermit Crab
September 27, 2023 11:46 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBWhere Kevin and Mike discuss all kinds of tournaments! Kitakami Prologue, NinoPokeBros, Beastcoast - it's all on the table! Also, we discuss the Hermit Crab Pokemon. It's not what you think. Hosted by Michael Busse & Kevin Sidonio Support the Show --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
184 - Ogerpodcast!
September 20, 2023 10:00 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBKevin and Mike discuss the Sinnoh starters and their fun new role in Scarlet and Violet! We also take a quick peek at Regulation E. Let's see what's new, what's old, and what's nold! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
183 - The Teal Mask's New Pokémon
September 14, 2023 12:21 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBDLC day is here! It's time to collect your favorite mask, slap it on an ogre, and go to town in Regulation D. Kevin & Mike discuss their experience in the DLC, and talk about competitive implications of it. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
182 - Regulation E & The Higher-Ups
September 06, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBIn which Mike & Kevin discuss (a lot of) Pokémon Sleep, Regulation E, and the decisions of management in Play! Pokemon. There isn't a ton of transparency in upper-level Pokemon, so it leads the community to make a lot of guesses as to why certain decisions were made. Working in events, Mike is able to make some pretty informed guesses. Being a seasoned veteran, Kevin has exposure to the rolling changes. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
181 - New Rules for 2024!
August 30, 2023 10:16 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBIn which Mike & Kevin chat 2024 Worlds rules, regulations & prizing! 2024 is shaping up to be the best year so far for Pokemon Esports (or Pokesports?) Also we answer a ton of your questions, define the Pokemon Good Sleep Day event, and so much more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
180 - Ride the Lapras Express!
August 24, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MBTickets, please! It's time to hop on the Lapras express. Mike & Kevin discuss their brief return to Pokemon Unite, location-finding in Esports, and so much more! Now I've gotta sleep. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
179 - Worlds 2023, New DLC Pokémon & moves!
August 16, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBKevin & Mike discuss the controversy surrounding Worlds, Worlds itself, and all the exciting information that comes with it. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
178 - Pokémon Presents! DLC Release Date!
August 09, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBKevin and Mike do a full breakdown of the most recent Pokémon Presents, and get into the DLC details! There's been tons of amazing information dropped, so definitely check it out! Just in time for Pokémon Worlds! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
177 - 2024 Play! Pokémon is Evolving!
August 02, 2023 13:28 - 55 minutes - 51.8 MBWhat?! Play Pokemon is evolving?! *Evolution music intensifies* Play! Pokemon has been making some major changes to their circuit due to the surge in attention and fandom. It's a welcome change as they grow, and Mike & Kevin are here to talk through it. Also, Kevin gets WAY into Pokemon Sleep. Need some cool snoozing strats? We got you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
176 - What is Pokémon Mezastar?!
July 26, 2023 08:58 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBKevin has had the best week of sleep in his life ever since Pokémon sleep gamified his needs. Mike has been...well, he's been busy. The boys discuss Pokémon Sleep and its full release, the Yokohama controversy, and the grassroots tournament scene. Sleep well, folks! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
175 - Competitive Pokemon Sleep
July 19, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 59 MBIt's finally time for the world to sleep! Mike tries out Pokemon Sleep, and Kevin figures out how to turn it into a competition. We also chat on the competitive Limitless scene, as well as bring back a classic game! Check us out at Pokesports.info! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
174 - It's A Long Road To Ohio
July 12, 2023 10:00 - 57 minutes - 53.6 MBMike's long drive, Kevin's good luck charm, and Japan's prizing structure! This episode has a ton of interesting moments to it. Make sure you listen close to hear Kevin's secret sauce recipe! Check out our socials! https://www.pokesports.info --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
173 - NAIC 2023 with SBJ from It's Super Effective!
July 03, 2023 09:45 - 1 hour - 73.3 MBIn this wildly special and much-requested episode, we're joined by Steve from "It's Super Effective!" in Ohio! We absolutely had to meet in-person with Steve for a podcast, so behold as we narrowly evade catastrophe by having Mike, who couldn't get on his flight, appear magically in front of them through the power of the internet! It's time for 2023's largest and most influential Pokemon tournament in North America - NAIC! Kevin, Mike & Steve will recant previous highlights of their time in...
172 - Will the DLC change competitive?
June 28, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 88.9 MBIt's The Pokésports Corner! Harrison from TheGameCornerVGC joins Kevin as a guest host for this week's episode! In this episode, they discuss the new DLC trailers & all the Pokemon inside them! Trailers are a great way to get a hint of what Pokemon will be coming back. You just need to watch closely. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
171 - Yokohama FOMO & AMA!
June 21, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBIn this episode, Kevin and Mike lament over the Worlds Festivities. They look awesome, and they're unlikely to be there for them. It's alright though, because in the meantime, they've got plenty of questions to answer! I believe this is our longest episode to date. Yeesh. 2x speeders rejoice! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
170 - Regulation D is full of bears!
June 14, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBWe had a disagreement and it resulted in the two of them getting WAY too into Regulation D. Now we're ready to talk about the best new Pokemon in the upcoming format! But don't worry - we've got plenty of current format stuff to talk about as well. All of the Pokemon used in recent regionals have been updated, and you'd better believe we're getting into it! Check us out at Pokesports.info! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
169 - Milwaukee, Korea & Regirock
June 07, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 67.1 MBWhat do these three places all have in common? Not much, usually! Today, they all live on the podcast. We discuss Kevin's Milwaukee adventure, the Korea Pokemon Incident, and Regirock crashing a wedding. Check us out at Pokesports.info! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
168 - Welcome Home!
May 31, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBMike and Kevin discuss Home, the Pokemon returning to it, and what we're expecting. We also discuss VGC around the world, since apparently everyone wanted to have a tournament without us. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
167 - Underestimating Status Moves
May 24, 2023 16:12 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBKevin and Mike discuss status moves used on Lum Berry Pokemon, Hartford Regionals, and what they've learned in preparation for Milwaukee Regionals! Check out our podcast, social channels, and much more! https://pokesports.info --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
166 - Home is where the Hartford is
May 17, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 71.2 MBKevin and Mike take this, the week before the ultimate trial of sleepless nights and 10 rounds of best of 3s to compare Smogon's rankings to VGC's useability. They also chat about some returning Pokemon, and so much more! Goofisports is in full effect. Check out our podcast, social channels, and much more! https://pokesports.info --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
165 - Fluttermania Runnin' Wild!
May 10, 2023 10:00 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBOoo yeah. Fluttermania is in full effect in this episode of Pokesports. Recently, Flutter Mane has seen even more play than before. Oh hey, by the way - if you're interested in 10% off some amazing graphic tees, hit up https://www.intotheam.com/pokesports or check out our links below: https://pokesports.info --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
164 - The Limit Does Not Exist
May 03, 2023 12:56 - 52 minutes - 48.8 MBLimitless is an amazing platform for Pokemon tournaments. Kevin and Mike take some well-deserved time to go through what makes it great, what kind of tournaments exist on it, and what they can do to lead a tournament themselves. Check out our podcast, social channels, and much more! https://pokesports.info --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
163 - Is Zoroark Perfect Yet?
April 26, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes - 48.6 MBIn Patch 1.3, Pokemon made a very concerted effort in making Zoroark its best self. Terastalization was very hard on the lad, and we're glad to see Pokemon giving it the attention it deserves. Today we chat about an assortment of different tournaments coming up, including the Garden State Cup. If you're in and around New Jersey, please do stop by! Here's the link to the Limitless page: https://play.limitlesstcg.com/tournament/642b5553af9fbd0613b1d915/details Check out our links here! htt...
162 - Kaijus & RPGs; EUIC In A Nutshell
April 19, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBThis weekend was the Europe International Championship - One of Pokemon's biggest tournaments of the year, and the highest in attendance to date! Mike & Kevin talk about what the Internationals are like, what the teams looked like, and which one looked most Kaiju-like. Also, Mike doesn't know what an RPG is. Check out our links here! https://www.pokesports.info --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
161 - Into The Stadium!
April 12, 2023 10:00 - 53 minutes - 49.8 MBIt's time to hop on in to Pokemon Stadium to get your esports fix! Of course, if you're looking for more present-day Pokemon competition, head on over to Europe where you can compete in EUIC! In today's episode, we chat about Pokemon Stadium, Ghost Tera Typhlosion's Tera Raid Battle, and the Global Challenge! Check out our links here! https://www.pokesports.info --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message
160 - Welcome to Regulation C!
April 05, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBAnd so, Flutter Mane once again became the most influential Pokémon in the meta, only prior seen at the beginning of the game when people were "just figuring it out". Today, we chat about Regulation C, the Global Championship, and the return of Local Events! Check out our links here! https://www.pokesports.info --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pokesports/message