PUCL: A Pokemon Podcast
One of the longest running Pokemon podcasts, PUCL covers the many facets of Pokemon. We talk about video games, battling, community news, anime and manga, trainer tips, and more!
Episodes
Why Do We Keep Replaying the Same Pokémon Games? | PUCL 765
Why can we replay some Pokémon games over and over again, while others never seem to call us back?
This week on PUCL, Thatch is joined by R. Sigma and Clod 9 to figure out what actually makes a Pokémon game replayable. Is it the Pokémon available to build your team? The pacing? Exploration? Difficulty? Story? Postgame? Or are we all just hopelessly nostalgic for the games we grew up with?
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Pokemon Feels Different After 30 Years | PUCL 764
Pokémon is turning 30, but for longtime fans, the franchise feels very different than it used to.
This week, Dustygogoat joins Thatch for a conversation about what it means to grow up alongside Pokémon. With Pokémon Bank's eventual shutdown hanging over the series, we talk about preserving decades of Pokémon, what we expect from future ports, and how our relationship with the franchise has changed
M-C is here—what does it actually do to Champions? | PUCL 763
Pokémon Champions Regulation M-C is here, and the competitive landscape just got a whole lot more interesting.
This week on PUCL, Thatch, R. Sigma, and Sharkfinnagen break down the new M-C format, the Pokémon joining the roster, and the new Mega Evolutions shaking up Pokémon Champions. With Rillaboom, Indeedee, Salamence, Baxcalibur and more entering the mix—and Mega Lucario Z, Mega Garchomp Z, Me
Is Pokémon Champions Killing 6v6 Battles? + The New M-C Meta | PUCL 762
Is 6v6 Pokémon really dead in Pokémon Champions? We don't think so.
This week, Thatch is joined by Seth Vilo and Jushiro to break down the latest Pokémon Champions interviews, what the developers actually said about adding new battle formats, and why some of the reaction around the future of 6v6 might be getting a little ahead of itself.
Then, Regulation M-C is here! We dive into our first impress
What Pokémon Worlds & Pokémon XP Were REALLY Like | PUCL 761
What is it actually like to attend the Pokémon World Championships AND Pokémon XP?
Lynian was there for all of it, and this week he joins Thatch and Jushiro to tell us what happened on the ground, from the atmosphere, to Pokémon XP, the biggest moments from Worlds, and everything Pokémon revealed along the way.
We dig into what worked, what surprised him, what Pokémon XP was really like as a fan e
Is Pokemon Losing It's Identity? | PUCL #760
This week, Thatch is joined by Sharkfinnigan and R. Sigma for a new kind of PUCL discussion! What started as an experiment with a more structured debate format quickly became a larger conversation about the direction of the Pokémon franchise and what we think the future might hold.
Has Pokémon become too casual? Do we really need a new battle gimmick every generation? How have Pokémon Bank and Pok
Overrated and Underrated Pokemon Products and More Pokemon Bank Thoughts | PUCL 759
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we discuss things that the Pokemon community takes for granted and things it cares about too much! We also continue to discuss the end of Pokemon Bank and what it means for the community!
This week Thatch is joined by The Fluffiest Whimsicott and Sharkfinnagen to talk about the the things like BDSP that might be under appreciated and others that might be ov
Pokemon Bank Closes And Could Pokemon Ports Be Coming? | PUCL 758
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we discuss the end of Pokemon Bank and what it means and if it signals that more ports could be on the way!
This week Thatch is joined by Lynian and Jushiro to talk about how they would like to see Pokemon Games Return now that Pokemon Bank is ending an era of Pokemon compatibility!
0:00 Opening
01:09 What We've Been Doing
08:24 Pokemon Bank News and More
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Top 5 Pokemon That Need an Evolution! | PUCL 757
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we discuss what Pokemon need an evolution and what Pokemon got one that really didn't need it.
This week Thatch is joined by Clod 9 and R.Sigma to rank their top and bottom 5 Pokemon that need evolutions and also Pokemon that didn't need to have their evolutionary line messed with!
0:00 Opening
01:31 What We've Been Doing
08:24 News
24:25 Pokemon Eras Topic
When Will We See Z-Moves Again? | PUCL 756
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we discuss what the future of Pokemon might bring, by trying to use Pokemon Champions as a potential crystal ball to see into the future.
This week Thatch is joined by The Fluffiest Whimsicott and Jushiro to talk about the current state of Pokemon and when we might see old mechanics reemerge.!
0:00 Opening
02:11 What We've Been Doing
13:02 News
27:04 Pokemo
Is Pokemon Waves a New Era of Pokemon? | PUCL 755
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we discuss the various eras of the Pokemon franchise, what we consider to be "classic", where major turning points took place, and where Pokemon Winds and Waves might fall into place.
This week Thatch is joined by Lynian and Seth Vilo to talk about what it means to talk about Classic Pokemon and how the game has changed in the recent years!
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PUCL GameCorner Preview #001
This week Thatch and the gang are off. However, they left you with a preview for the latest Patreon GameCorner Episode! Enjoy as Shark presents games to Thatch and Mark and listen to them struggle through!
Mailbag Question
What is your favorite way to play Pokemon?
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Everyone Has a Favorite Way to Play Pokémon | PUCL 754
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we talk about our favorite ways to play Pokemon and what we get out of it!
This week Thatch is joined by Sharkfinnagen and Bocefus to talk about their favorite ways to play Pokemon. From custom TCG formats, to competitive, to nuzlockes. We all have our favorite way to play!
0:00 Opening
01:24 What We've Been Doing
10:03 News
28:30 Favorite Format Topic
1:08
New Meta and Pokemon Champions Update! | PUCL 753
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we talk about the recent launch of the M-B meta in Pokemon Champions. We also talk about what we think of the size and quality of the newest content update to Pokemon Champions!
This week Thatch is joined by R.Sigma and Jushiro to talk about the Newest Pokemon Champions Update and how its shifting the meta!
0:00 Opening
01:14 What We've Been Doing
13:21 New
Pokopia Is Getting DLC?! | PUCL 752
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we talk about the recent news from this week's Nintendo direct and discuss what it might have in store for the Pokemon Community!
This week Thatch is joined by Lynian and Jushiro to talk about the Pokopia DLC and discuss the possibilities of what other areas, features, Pokemon, and more show up!
0:00 Opening
01:09 What We've Been Doing
16:15 News
29:08 Poko
We Made Pokemon For Our New Pokemon Region! | PUCL 751
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we work on the PUCL region and design new Pokemon, New Evolutions, and New regional forms!
This week Thatch is joined by Clod9 and Seth Vilo as they start to design new Pokemon for their new Pokemon Region!
0:00 Opening
01:18 What We've Been Doing
17:04 News
34:41 New Pokemon in the PUCL Region Topic
1:17:56 Trivia
1:37:23 Poké Opinion
1:42:55 Winds and Wav
Our Pokemon Winds and Waves Wishlist! | PUCL 750
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we talk about the things that we think need to be in Pokemon Winds and Waves and what would make it a homerun for us!
This week Thatch is joined by Clod9 and Lynian to talk about the things they hope are in Pokemon Winds and Waves!
0:00 Opening
01:20 What We've Been Doing
13:17 News
28:05 Pokemon Games and Products We Would Make Topic
1:17:09 Trivia
1:31:44
Everything We'd Change About Pokemon | PUCL 749
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we each take control of the franchise and decide what the next games look like, how to improve competitive, and a merchandise initiative we would like to see.
This week Thatch is joined by Clod9 and Sharkfinnagen in their take over of the Pokemon company, to talk about the games they would design, the merch they would make and more!
0:00 Opening
01:18 What
The Top 5 and Bottom 5 Pokémon Ash Ever Owned | PUCL 748
What were the best members of Ash's Team? Were they all great? Was his Unova team that bad?
This week Thatch is joined by R.Sigma and Bocefus to talk about the best and worst members of Ash's team throughout the years. Will Thatch let Charizard in? Will Bo claim that Ash's Greninja was terrible? You have to listen to find out!
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0:00 Opening
01:51 ZA Intro
14:47
Can Pokémon Survive Another 30 Years? | PUCL 747
Is Pokemon in a place where it can successfully live on for another 30 years?
This week Thatch is joined by Seth Vilo and Lynian to talk about it. Is the position that Pokemon is in merit that Pokemon will survive? What do they need to change?
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0:00 Opening
01:47 ZA Intro
09:30 News
25:30 Can Pokemon Survive Topic
1:13:42 Trivia
1:29:25 Pokemon Champions Poké O
What Are the Best Megas Pokemon Champions? | PUCL 746
What are the best Megas in Pokemon Champions? Is Charizard actually good? Is something better?
This week Thatch is joined by R. Sigma and Sharkfinnigan talk about the recent Pokemon Champions Meta and the best Megas dominating the scene. The top Meta picks and some of the ones Shark, Thatch, and Sigma Think could also be good.
0:00 Opening
02:16 Pokemon Champions Intro
23:18 News
31:16 Best Pokemo
Where Should You Start Pokémon in 2026? | PUCL 745
Where should a newbie start with Pokemon in 2026?
This week Thatch is joined by The Fluffiest Whimsicott and Lynian to talk about what they think the best game or games are to start with in the Pokemon Franchise and why!
0:00 Opening
02:16 Pokemon Champions Intro
23:18 News
39:31 Best Pokemon Game Discussion
1:33:40 Trivia
1:50:06 Poké Opinion
1:57:39 Mailbag
Mailbag Question
What do you think the
We Need to Talk About Pokémon Champions... | PUCL 744
What happened with the Pokemon Champions Release this week?
This week Thatch is joined by Seth Vilo and Jushiro to talk about this week's Pokemon Champions release. We go over the good, the bad, and what we think the Pokemon Company was trying to do.
0:00 Opening
02:27 What We Have Been Up To
16:41 News
32:15 Why We Keep Coming to Pokemon Discussion
1:38:59 Trivia
1:56:29 Poké Opinion
Mailbag Ques
Why Do We Keep Buying And Playing Pokémon? | PUCL 743
Are we the problem?
This week, Thatch is joined by Clod9 and Bocefus to talk about why they keep coming back to Pokemon and discussing if they might be the problem with some of the recent quality of Pokemon Games
0:00 Opening
02:27 What We Have Been Up To
18:20 News
33:06 Why We Keep Coming to Pokemon Discussion
1:11:32 Trivia
1:31:45 Poké Opinion
1:38:50 Pokemon 15 Questions
Mailbag Question
Why
Pokemon Champions News: Where Are Single Battles? | PUCL 742
Where are the Single Battles in Pokemon Champions?
This week, Thatch is joined by Seth Vilo and the Fluffiest Whimsicott to go over the recent Pokemon Champions news and what they think about all of the recent updates the game has made to competitive Pokemon.
We dive into the Pokemon Champions news and discuss the VP upgrades, the costs associated with the Free to Play Game, and what it could
Pokémon FINALLY Got Spin-Offs Right… Here’s Why | PUCL 741
What makes a Pokémon spin-off actually work?This week, Thatch is joined by Lynian and Sharkfinnigan to break down why Pokémon Pokopia succeeded and why so many other spin-offs haven’t hit the same level.We dive into what Pokopia gets right, where other games fall short, and what Pokémon should be doing going forward.0:00 Opening1:41 What We Have Been Up To16:20 News25:07 Pokopia Discussion1:11:23
Pokémon Wind & Waves: What Could Be Coming | PUCL 740
Thatch is joined by Jushiro and Bocefus to discuss their predictions and wishlist for Pokémon Wind & Waves, the upcoming Generation 10 Pokémon games. What new features could Game Freak introduce? Could Poké Ball crafting finally become a mechanic?We dive into the things we hope to see in Pokémon Wind & Waves, from gameplay systems and world design to mechanics that could change how Pokémon games a
Is Pokopia Really Worth the $70? | PUCL 739
Thatch is joined by Sharkfinnagan and Dr. Shamu to talk about Pokopia and what they think of the game so far and whether or not it is worth the price of entry. Mailbag Question: What do you think of Pokopia so far? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 1:06News: 13:37Pokopia Topic: 39:07Trivia: 1:17:34Pokeopinion: 1:34:46Mailbag: 1:42:55PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBh
Pokémon Presents Breakdown: Generation 10 Reveal and More? | PUCL 738
Thatch is joined by Seth Vilo and the Fluffiest Whimsicott to talk about their initial thoughts on the Pokemon Presents!Mailbag Question: What did you think of the Pokemon Presents? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:00Game Boy Jukebox: 9:25Pokemon Worlds: 14:44FireRed/LeafGreen: 23:57TCG: 31:53Garchomp Z: 35:51Pokopia: 37:33Champions: 47:00Winds & Waves: 59:30PokéQuiz: 1:39:21PokéOpinion: 1:59:25PUCL
Pokemon Day Bingo and Fire Red and Leaf Green Return!? | PUCL 737
Thatch is joined by Jushiro and R. Sigma to fill out their Pokemon Day 2026 Bingo Card. They also take the Poke Opinion to talk about the rerelease of Pokemon Fire Red and Leaf Green on the Nintendo Switch and the implications that it has!Mailbag Question: What is your Bingo Card? puclpodcast@gmail.comPUCL Bingo Card PNG Download: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DUw3-drROzXQp6SdMhsEp6dT9G53wGtI/v
Top 5 BEST & WORST Generation 9 Characters! | PUCL 736
Thatch is joined by Shark and Jushiro to talk about their favorite and least favorite characters that have shown up in the Pokemon franchise the past 3 years!Mailbag Question: What feature do you think should go? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:35News: 0:11:45Top 5 Bottom 5 Topic: 0:33:01PokeQuiz: 1:16:43Poke Opinion: 1:36:30Pokemon 15 Questions: 1:52:26PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/f
What If Pokémon Day Doesn’t Reveal Gen 10!? | PUCL 735
Thatch is joined by Seth Vilo and Lynian to talk about what could replace gen 10 at the Pokemon Day Presents. Like, its gonna happen, but like, what if it doesn't? Mailbag Question: What do you think could be as hype as generation 10 at a Pokemon presents? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:11News: 0:11:25No Gen 10 Topic: 0:28:41PokeQuiz: 1:04:17Poke Opinion: 1:18:48Mailbag: 1:24:41PUCL Survey Link:
Which Pokémon Is the Upgrade? | PUCL 734
Thatch is joined by R. Sigma and Mark to talk about Pokemon that are too similar and which one deserves to keep on in a world without the other. Mailbag Question: What set of similar pokemon do you think needs to be addressed? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:12News: 0:21:43Topic: 0:32:40PokeQuiz: 1:17:26Poke Opinion: 1:35:53Mailbag: 1:43:47PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIp
If Pokémon Never Existed, Could You Make It Today? | PUCL 733
Thatch is joined by Whimsicott and Clod9 to talk about their thoughts on what no pokemon would mean for video games and cultures and if Pokemon could exist today!Mailbag Question: How could you make a Pokemon game today? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:08News: 0:14:35Pokemon in 2026 Topic: 0:25:30PokeQuiz: 1:06:41Poke Opinion: 1:21:08Mailbag: 1:31:36PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms
Top 5 BEST & WORST Mega Pokémon | PUCL 732
Thatch is joined by Lynian and Clod9 to talk about the best and worst Mega Evolutions now that they have all (mostly) been revealed!Mailbag Question: What feature do you think should go? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:12News: 0:10:03Top 5 Bottom 5 Topic: 0:17:09PokeQuiz: 0:55:11Poke Opinion: 1:08:52Mailbag: 1:15:53PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Z
If You Could Delete ONE Pokémon Feature Forever… | PUCL 731
Thatch is joined by Seth Vilo and Clod9 to talk about Pokemon game features they think should go!Mailbag Question: What feature do you think should go? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:18News: 0:14:54Predictions Topic: 0:30:40PokeQuiz: 1:10:56Poke Opinion: 1:28:26Mailbag: 1:36:56PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBCwuizZeMpx9f7uVBEJUCFw/viewform?us
Pokemon 2026 Predictions and Best of 2025! | PUCL 730
Thatch is joined by Jushiro and R. Sigma to talk about their favorite moments from 2025 for Pokemon and what they expect to see in 2026!Mailbag Question: What was your favorite part of Pokemon in 2025? What are your predictions for 2026? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:17News: 0:13:20Predictions Topic: 0:23:16PokeQuiz: 1:08:00Poke Opinion: 1:23:07Mailbag: 1:32:00PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.goo
Pokemon Trivia Showdown 2026! | PUCL 729
Thatch is joined by Seth Vilo, R. Sigma, and Jushiro to the annual Trivia showdown to win the 25 dollar eshop giftcard!Mailbag Question: What do you think of the DLC so Far? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:11Game 1 | Fuchsia City Feud : 0:04:49Game 2 | Tri Attack: 0:40:34Game 3 | Battle Factory: 0:58:48PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBCwuizZeMp
Pokemon ZA DLC: Mega Dimensions And The Pokemon Franchise| PUCL 728
Thatch is joined by The Fluffiest Whimsicott and Sublimemanic to discuss their thoughts on the Mega Dimensions DLC!Mailbag Question: What do you think of the DLC so Far? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:23News: 0:10:58Mega Dimensions Topic: 0:26:33PokeQuiz: 1:06:25Poke Opinion: 1:19:13Mailbag: 1:28:25PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBCwuizZeMpx9f
Pokemon ZA DLC: Mega Dimensions First Impressions! | PUCL 727
Thatch is joined by Jushiro and Seth Vilo to talk about their first impressions of the Mega Dimensions DLC!Mailbag Question: What do you think of the DLC so Far? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:09News: 0:14:16Mega Dimensions Topic: 0:32:54PokeQuiz: 1:20:07Poke Opinion: 1:39:00Mailbag: 1:50:49PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBCwuizZeMpx9f7uVBEJUC
Which Pokemon Need a Mega Z Form? | PUCL 726
Thatch is joined by Lynian and Sharkfinnagan to talk about the revelation of Z Megas and which current pokemon with a Mega need to get a new mega to be better than their original counterparts!Mailbag Question: What pokemon do you hope gets a Z mega? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:26News: 0:09:56Z Megas Topic: 0:22:10PokeQuiz: 0:57:17Poke Opinion: 1:13:47Mailbag: 1:20:24PUCL Survey Link: https://
Being a Pokemon Fan in Japan! | PUCL 725
Thatch is joined by Jushiro and Lynian about their experiences in Japan and some of the sights to see Pokemon and otherwise!Mailbag Question: What do you think is the best Pokemon Game of all time? puclpodcast@gmail.comPUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBCwuizZeMpx9f7uVBEJUCFw/viewform?usp=headerUse Code PUCLPOD5 at trollandtoad.com for 5% off and
Is Pokemon A Good Nintendo Game? | PUCL 724
Thatch is joined by Jushiro and Sharkfinnagan to talk about the recent IGN/NintendoLife List of the top 100 nintendo games of all time and how they think Pokemon should fit in those places. Mailbag Question: What do you think is the best Pokemon Game of all time? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:23News: 0:13:15Pokemon in Nintendo Rankings Topic: 0:30:05PokeQuiz: 1:06:58Pokopia Opinion: 1:29:49Mail
Top 5 and Bottom 5 Megas From Pokemon Legends ZA!! | PUCL 723
Thatch is joined by R. Sigma and Seth Vilo to talk about the new megas from Pokemon Legends ZA and what the best and worst ones are!Mailbag Question: What do you think of the DLC announcement? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:20News: 0:12:46Top 5 Bottom 5 Megas Topic: 0:33:59PokeQuiz: 1:20:57Pokopia Opinion: 1:45:54Mailbag: 1:58:48PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT
Breaking Down the Mega Dimension ZA DLC News! | PUCL 722
Thatch is joined by Lynian and The Fluffiest Whimsicott to talk about the recent details of Pokemon Legends ZA's DLC Mega Dimension and Mega Chimecho!Mailbag Question: What do you think of the DLC announcement? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:01News: 0:10:31Mega Dimension ZA DLC Topic: 0:20:34PokeQuiz: 0:57:51Poke Opinion: 1:16:51Mailbag: 1:28:26PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e
Is Pokemon Legends ZA Going to Hold Up? | PUCL 721
Thatch is joined by Shark to discuss how the game is holding up after a couple of weeks!Mailbag Question: What do you think of ZA? puclpodcast@gmail.comZA Topic: 0:01:09PokeQuiz: 0:32:18Mailbag: 0:52:07PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBCwuizZeMpx9f7uVBEJUCFw/viewform?usp=headerUse Code PUCLPOD5 at trollandtoad.com for 5% off and support the show!
Pokemon Legends ZA Review! | PUCL 720
Thatch is joined by Lynian and Dr. Shamu to discuss what they liked and didn't like about Pokemon Legends ZA. Mailbag Question: What do you think of ZA? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:16News: 0:06:31ZA Topic: 0:16:23PokeQuiz: 1:32:40Poke Opinion: 1:51:41Mailbag: 1:58:43PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBCwuizZeMpx9f7uVBEJUCFw/viewform?usp=header
Pokemon Legends ZA: First Impressions! | PUCL 719
Thatch is joined by Sharkfinnagen and Clod9 to talk about their first impressions of Pokemon Legends ZA!Mailbag Question: What do you think will happen in the game? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:06News: 0:06:06ZA Topic: 0:14:13PokeQuiz: 1:00:04Poke Opinion: 1:22:13Mailbag: 1:29:22PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBCwuizZeMpx9f7uVBEJUCFw/viewfor
Pokemon Legends ZA Last Minute Predictions! | PUCL 718
Thatch is joined by Seth Vilo and Bocefus to put in their last minute predictions before the release of Pokemon legends ZA!Mailbag Question: What do you think will happen in the game? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:07News: 0:12:44Flops and ZA Topic: 0:26:28PokeQuiz: 1:09:26Poke Opinion: 1:31:22Mailbag: 1:38:43PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBC
What's The Most Exciting Part of Pokemon Legends ZA?! | PUCL 717
Thatch is joined by R. Sigma and Jushiro to talk about what they are the most excited for in the upcoming Pokemon Legends ZA!Mailbag Question: What is the most or least exciting aspect of ZA for you?? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:08News: 0:10:34Flops and ZA Topic: 0:17:51PokeQuiz: 0:48:56Poke Opinion: 1:02:49Mailbag: 1:16:19PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XB
Could We Market ZA Better? | PUCL 716
Thatch is joined by Lynian and Jushiro to talk about ZA's marketing and how they might improve the messaging.Mailbag Question: What would make you excited to buy Pokemon Legends ZA? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:00News: 0:09:09Flops and ZA Topic: 0:21:20PokeQuiz: 0:59:21Poke Opinion: 1:15:33Mailbag: 1:25:12PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBCwu
Pokemon Flops! | PUCL 715
Thatch is joined by R. Sigma and Bocefus to talk about the biggest flops in Pokemon and some ZA Speculation!Mailbag Question: What is Pokemon's Biggest Flop? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:01News: 0:08:52Flops and ZA Topic: 0:32:03PokeQuiz: 1:05:19Poke Opinion: 1:24:14Mailbag: 1:38:06PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBCwuizZeMpx9f7uVBEJUCFw/view
Oops All Megas! (Raichu X, Raichu Y, Malamar, Greninja, Delphox, and Chesnaught) | PUCL 714
Thatch is joined by Seth Vilo and Bocefus to talk about the latest Pokemon news including all of the new Megas and Pokiopia! Mailbag Question: What is your favorite Mega revealed? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:06News: 0:12:08Mega Topic: 0:26:29PokeQuiz: 1:03:18Poke Opinion: 1:23:59Mailbag: 1:32:46PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBCwuizZeMpx9f7
Top 5 (and Bottom 5) Pokemon that Need a Mega Evolution! | PUCL 713
Thatch is joined by Lynian and Shark to talk about the best and worst pokemon that need mega evolutions!Mailbag Question: What pokemon deserves a mega evolution? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:17Mega Malamar and More News: 0:15:28Top 5 and Bottom 5 Topic: 0:28:51PokeQuiz: 1:10:01Poke Opinion: 1:24:27Mailbag: 1:35:13PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7
Mega Hawlucha and Which Battle Gimmick is the Best!? | PUCL 712
Thatch is joined by The Fluffiest Whimsicott and Clod9 to talk about the best and worst pokemon battle gimmicks!Mailbag Question: What is your favorite battle gimmick? What do you think was pokemonm's biggest flop? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:21Mega Hawlucha and More News: 0:11:18Battle Gimmicks Topic: 0:25:36PokeQuiz: 1:07:20Poke Opinion: 1:27:12Pokemon 15 Questions: 1:36:52PUCL Survey Link:
Worlds, Mega Victreebel, and The Future of Pokemon Events! | PUCL 711
Thatch is joined by R. Sigma and Sharkfinnagn to talk about Worlds, Mega Victreebel, and a bunch of announcements that came throughout the week!Mailbag Question: What did you think of Worlds? Will you go to Pokemon XP? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:05News: 0:12:38World's Topic: 0:30:20PokeQuiz:1:15:21Poke Opinion: 1:33:09Mailbag: 1:43:01PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQ
Early Routes of Our Own Region! | PUCL 710
Thatch is joined by Jushiro and Clod9 to talk about the Early aspects of their new PUCL region! From Starters, to the professor, to even some surprising early route Pokemon Finds! Mailbag Question: What are your choices for the region? Did we get it wrong? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:05News: 0:10:04New Region Topic: 0:19:49PokeQuiz:1:05:24Poke Opinion: 1:20:40Mailbag: 1:32:38PUCL Survey Link:
How is the Pokemon TCG Doing? | PUCL 709
Thatch is joined by Seth Vilo to talk about how they think they Pokemon TCG is going. Mailbag Question: What are your top and bottom Mythical Pokemon? puclpodcast@gmail.comPUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBCwuizZeMpx9f7uVBEJUCFw/viewform?usp=headerUse Code PUCLPOD5 at trollandtoad.com for 5% off and support the show!Check us out on Discord!www.pu
Top 5 and Bottom 5 Mythical Pokemon! | PUCL 708
Thatch is joined by Jushiro and Bocefus to talk about the best and worst Mythical Pokemon!Mailbag Question: What are your top and bottom Mythical Pokemon? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:11News: 0:09:22Top 5 and Bottom 5Topic: 0:23:52Quiz: 1:10:54Poke Opinion: 1:25:41Mailbag: 1:36:23PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBCwuizZeMpx9f7uVBEJUCFw/viewfo
Mega Dragonite, Champions, and More From the Pokemon Presents! | PUCL 707
Thatch is joined by Clod9 and Sharkfinnagen to discuss the recent Pokemon presents including the reveal of Mega Dragonite and the Pokemon Champions updates!Mailbag Question: What are your thoughts on the Pokemon Presents? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:29News: 0:12:50Presents Topic: 0:32:06Quiz: 1:22:20Poke Opinion: 1:37:33Mailbag: 1:47:29PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIp
Pokemon That Need a Mega Evolution! | PUCL 706
Thatch is joined by The Fluffiest Whimsicott and R. Sigma to talk about what Pokemon Deserve a Mega Evolution! Mailbag Question: What Pokemon Do you think deserves a Mega Evolution? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:15News: 0:13:12Mega Evolution Topic: 0:30:40Quiz: 1:20:06Poke Opinion: 1:33:25Mailbag: 1:45:31PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBCwuiz
Pokemon Presents Predictions! | PUCL 705
Thatch is joined bySeth Vilo and Jushiro to talk about their July 2025 Pokemon presents Predictions! Mailbag Question: What do you think the Pokemon Presents will reveal? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:54News: 0:10:28Topic: 0:26:27Quiz: 1:07:40Poke Opinion: 1:30:09Mailbag: 1:42:08PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBCwuizZeMpx9f7uVBEJUCFw/viewform
Pokemon That Need a Buff! | PUCL 704
Thatch is joined by Sublimemanic and Clod9 to talk about Pokemon they think need some extra love! Mailbag Question: What pokemon do you think needs something extra to make it better? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:01:43News: 0:09:19Topic: 0:16:56Quiz: 0:52:23Poke Opinion: 1:06:21Mailbag: 1:13:26PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBCwuizZeMpx9f7uVBEJU
Top 5 and Bottom 5 Regional Pokemon Forms! | PUCL 703
Thatch is joined by Sublimemanic and Jushiro to talk about the best and Worst Regional Pokemon Forms! Mailbag Question: What are your top and bottom regional forms? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:00:00News: 0:10:04Topic: 0:26:02Quiz: 1:08:15Poke Opinion: 1:26:00Mailbag: 1:33:35PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBCwuizZeMpx9f7uVBEJUCFw/viewform?usp=h
Pokemon Legends ZA and Gen 10 Speculation! | PUCL 702
Thatch is joined by R. Sigma and Bocefus to talk about their expectations for the upcoming Pokemon Legends ZA, Pkemon Champions, and Gen 10 Pokemon Games!Mailbag Question: What do you expect from the future of Pokemon? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 0:00:00News: 0:10:04Topic: 0:26:02Quiz: 1:12:39Poke Opinion: 1:28:08Mailbag: 1:35:23PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5X
Making a New Region and Selecting an Elite 4! | PUCL 701
Thatch is joined by Seth Vilo and Lynian and they try to decide who the new Elite 4 and Champion will be in the PUCL Region! Mailbag Question: Who do you think should be the Elite 4 and Champion in the PUCL region? puclpodcast@gmail.com Intro: 0:01:54 News: 0:10:27 Quiz: 0:25:07 Topic: 0:42:26 Poke Opinion: 1:16:28 Mailbag: 1:27:32 PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6
Top 5 and Bottom 5 Gen 1 Pokemon! | PUCL 700
Thatch is joined by Seth Vilo and Clod9 as they discuss the best and worst generation 1 Pokemon!Mailbag Question: What are your top and bottom generation 1 pokemon? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 1:05News: 15:50Quiz: 30:09Topic: 47:57Poke Opinion: 1:27:31Mailbag: 1:34:42Use Code PUCLPOD5 at trollandtoad.com for 5% off and support the show!Check us out on Discord!https://pucldiscord.comTwitter: https:
Is Pokemon GO a Bad Game? Debate Ft. Ryan | PUCL 699
Thatch is joined by Ryan where they discuss the state of Pokemon GO and plenty of other pokemon franchise happenings. Listen in! Mailbag Question: What pokemon trope do you think should end? puclpodcast@gmail.comUse Code PUCLPOD5 at trollandtoad.com for 5% off and support the show!Check us out on Discord!https://pucldiscord.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/puclpodcastFacebook: https://Facebook.com/
Pokemon Traditions We Think Should End! | PUCL 698
Thatch is joined by Whimsicott and Lynian to talk about pokemon tropes that should end in new games and whether or not they are necessary. Mailbag Question: What pokemon trope do you think should end? puclpodcast@gmail.comTimestamps:Intro: 0:01:20News: 0:13:43Quiz: 0:27:12Topic: 0:42:51PokeOpinion: 1:19:10Mailbag: 1:27:45Use Code PUCLPOD5 at trollandtoad.com for 5% off and support the show!Check u
Pokemon Legends Z-A Returning Champions!? | PUCL 697
Thatch is joined by Jushiro and R. Sigma to talk about what Characters they think might return in Legends Z-A!Mailbag Question: What character do you think might show up in Z-A? puclpodcast@gmail.comTimestamps:Intro: 0:00:00News: 0:15:31Quiz: 0:27:20Topic: 0:51:16PokeOpinion: 1:24:07Mailbag: 1:32:07Use Code PUCLPOD5 at trollandtoad.com for 5% off and support the show!Check us out on Discord!Follow
Building Our Own Region! Who Are the Gym Leaders!? | PUCL 696
Thatch is joined by Clod9 and Seth Vilo talk about designing the PUCL region (which totally looks like Ohio). They decide what NPCs they would recruit to be apart of their league. Mailbag Question: What NPCs would you make gym leaders? What shiny pokemon would you fix and how? puclpodcast@gmail.comTimestamps:Intro: 0:01:24News: 0:13:04Quiz: 0:28:21Topic: 0:45:47PokeOpinion: 1:16:32Mailbag: 1:23:29
What Pokemon Crossovers Do We Want to See? | PUCL 695
Thatch is joined by Lynian and Bocefus to talk about the crossovers they would like to see with the Pokemon Franchise. Mailbag Question: What do you want a Pokemon Crossover of? What Pokemon Story would you change and how? puclpodcast@gmail.comTimestamps:Intro: 0:01:10News: 0:13:39Quiz: 0:21:13Topic: 0:36:17PokeOpinion: 1:11:15Mailbag: 1:22:23Use Code PUCLPOD5 at trollandtoad.com for 5% off and su
What Does the Future Of Pokemon Look Like? | PUCL 694
Thatch is joined by Clod 9 and Sharkfinnagen to discuss how the Pokemon Franchise Might be forever changed in the new era of Pokemon Champions + Pokemon HOME.Mailbag Question: What do you think the next Pokemon Games will be like? What Pokemon do you think would order a hamburger at a fast food restaurant? puclpodcast@gmail.comTimestamps:Intro: 0:01:09News: 0:16:43Quiz: 0:31:03Topic: 0:49:23PokeOp
Top and Bottom Gen 8 Pokemon! | PUCL 693
Thatch is joined by Clod 9 and R. Sigma to talk about the Best and Worst Pokemon From Generation 8!Mailbag Question: What are your top and bottom Gen 8 pokemon? puclpodcast@gmail.comTimestamps:Intro: 0:01:06News: 0:12:03Quiz: 0:25:17Topic: 0:37:47PokeOpinion: 1:10:35Mailbag: 1:18:32Use Code PUCLPOD5 at trollandtoad.com for 5% off and support the show!Check us out on Discord!https://pucldiscord.com
From Pokemon Legends Arceus to Pokemon Legends Z-A: Will Legends Strike Twice? | PUCL 692
Thatch is joined by the Fluffiest Whimsicott and Jushiro to talk about whether they believe Pokemon ZA will live up to the hype that Pokemon Legends Arceus set up for it.Newsletter Signup! Sign up before March 31st 2025 to try to win a $50 Nintendo eShop Gift Card! https://p-u-c-l-trainer-tidbits.kit.com/signupMailbag Question: Do you think Legends ZA will live up to the hype? What save bonuses do
Nintendo Switch 2, Pokemon Colosseum and XD, and More! (Ft. KC of WTPT) | PUCL 691
Thatch is joined by Seth Vilo and Special Guest KC from WTPT and Switchcast! They talk about the latest Switch 2 News, do the Pokequiz and More! Newsletter Signup! Sign up before March 31st 2025 to try to win a $50 Nintendo eShop Gift Card! https://p-u-c-l-trainer-tidbits.kit.com/signupMailbag Question: Have you played for an excited for Pokemon Coloseum coming to Switch? puclpodcast@gmail.comTime
Pokémon ZA’s Ranking System and Nintendo Direct Updates! | PUCL 690
Thatch is joined by Clod9 and Sublimemanic to discuss the recent Pokemon ZA trailer from the Nintendo Direct. The ranking System and what this could mean for the overall game could be huge!Newsletter Signup! Sign up before March 31st 2025 to try to win a $50 Nintendo eShop Gift Card! https://p-u-c-l-trainer-tidbits.kit.com/signupMailbag Question: What did you think of the trailer and what Pokemon
The Pokémon Fandom's Many Facets | PUCL 689
Thatch is joined by The Fluffiest Whimsicott and Sublimemanic to discuss the number of ways to interact with the Pokemon franchise and the pros and cons of each of those communities!Newsletter Signup! Sign up before March 31st 2025 to try to win a $50 Nintendo eShop Gift Card! https://p-u-c-l-trainer-tidbits.kit.com/signupMailbag Question: How do you participate in the pokemon community? puclpodca
Top 5 and Bottom 5 Mega Evolutions! Pokemon Ranking! | PUCL 688
Thatch is joined by R.Sigma and Sharkfinnagen to talk about their favorite and least favorite Mega Pokemon!Newsletter Signup! Sign up before March31st 2025 to try to win a $50 Nintendo eShop Gift Card! https://p-u-c-l-trainer-tidbits.kit.com/signupMailbag Question: What are your favorite and Least Favorite Megas? puclpodcast@gmail.comTimestamps:Intro: 0:01:27News: 0:14:40Quiz: 0:37:52Mega Evolutio
Pokémon Legends ZA: What’s Really Going On? (Story Speculation) | PUCL 687
Thatch is joined by Seth Vilo and Bocefus to speculate what might be happening in the story of Legends ZA. Is Zygarde man made? Did Vinnie know Lysandre. What battle competition might be happening?Newsletter Signup! Sign up before March31st 2025 to try to win a $50 Nintendo eShop Gift Card! https://p-u-c-l-trainer-tidbits.kit.com/signupMailbag Question: What theories do you have about ZA? What pok
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