Podcasts by Meta Pod: A Pokemon TCG Podcast

#167 Surprises & Failures of Paradox Rift from 2023-12-12T12:00

Welcome to the 167th episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta!  @gyro...

#166 The 2018 World Champ & the #1 PTCG Data Resource from 2023-12-05T12:00

Welcome to the 166th episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta!  @gyro...

#165 How to Beat Snorlax Stall (Brisbane & Gdańsk) from 2023-11-28T12:00

Welcome to the 165th episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! As @AtrociousJake & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the Brisbane & Gda...

#164 LAIC Results & Paldean Fates Date from 2023-11-21T12:00

Welcome to the 164th episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! As @AtrociousJake & @gyrosean sit down to discuss their the LAIC meta &a...

#163 Our ACE SPEC Predictions from 2023-11-14T12:00

Welcome to the 163rd episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! As @AtrociousJake & @gyrosean sit down to discuss their thoughts & i...

#162 Paradox Rift Tier List with Jared Grimes from 2023-11-07T12:00

Welcome to the 162nd episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! As @AtrociousJake & @gyrosean sit down with a NEW guest to discuss the b...

#161 PARADOX RIFT Decks to Build! from 2023-10-31T11:00

Welcome to the 160th episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! As @AtrociousJake & @gyrosean discuss the popular decks out of Japan th...

#160 PARADOX RIFT Set Review Pt. 2 from 2023-10-23T11:00

Welcome to the 160th episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! As @AtrociousJake & @gyrosean cover part two of their #ParadoxRift revie...

#159 PARADOX RIFT Set Review Pt. 1 from 2023-10-17T16:16:36

Welcome to the 159th episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! As @AtrociousJake & @gyrosean are back in action with a set review of #P...

#158 Pokémon vs. Other TCG's Discussion from 2023-09-25T11:00

Welcome to the 158th episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! As @AtrociousJake moves to Las Vegas, he & @gyrosean sit down to discuss...

#157 Van Gough Museum cards & MORE Promos soon! from 2023-09-17T11:00

Welcome to the 157th episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousJake & @gyrosean sit down to discuss a slew of brand-new promo...

#156 Pokémon 151 Set Review & Pittsburgh Regionals from 2023-09-12T11:00

Welcome to the 156th episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousJake & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the upcoming #pokemon151 ...

#155 The Obsidian Flames Meta & Paradox Rift Product Info from 2023-08-29T11:00

Welcome to the 155th episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousJake & @gyrosean sit down to discuss new #obsidianflames decks...

#154 Try these OBF decks & PTCG Classic Update from 2023-08-22T11:00

Welcome to the 154th episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousJake & @gyrosean sit down to discuss new #obsidianflames decks...

#153 Worlds 2023 Results & NEW MECHANICS! from 2023-08-15T11:00

Welcome to the 153rd episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousJake & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the recent 2023 #Pokemon...

#152 Our Worlds 2024 Predictions from 2023-08-08T11:00

Welcome to the 152nd episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousJake & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the upcoming 2024 #Pokem...

#151 Worlds 2024 CP & Events Announced! from 2023-08-01T11:00

Welcome to the 151st episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the upcoming #PlayPo...

#150 Obsidian Flames is a Unique Set from 2023-07-25T11:00

Welcome to the 150th episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the upcoming #Obsidi...

#149 FREE Charizard ex & Budget Decks! from 2023-07-18T11:00

Welcome to the 149th episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the recent #PlayPoke...

#148 Expanded's Return & **FUN** Decks for Locals! from 2023-07-11T11:00

Welcome to the 148th episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the recent #PlayPoke...

#147 The NAIC Experience & 2024 Events Revealed! from 2023-07-04T11:00

Welcome to the 147th episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the recent #PlayPoke...

#146: 2023 NAIC Meta Predictions! from 2023-06-27T12:49:59

Another week on the road for Jake, but the Poke train don't stop! This week is all about NAIC, with a little news sprinkled in. Which decks do we think are best positioned win, and more impo...

#145: Yokohama Events + PTCG Live Is BUGGY! from 2023-06-20T11:30:39

For our 145th episode, Jake is travelling, but the pod must go on! We're talking about a ton of product news, and World Championship event news for those travelling to Japan in August! Also,...

#144 Worlds 2023 News & Paldea Evolved Decklists! from 2023-06-06T11:00:46

Welcome to the 144th episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the upcoming #PlayPo...

#143 The Paldea Evolved Set Review + Record Sales! from 2023-05-30T11:00:14

Welcome to the 143rd episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down with to discuss the #PaldeaEvol...

#142 Mew VMAX & Sean's Hartford Experience! from 2023-05-23T11:00:13

Welcome to the 142nd episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down with to discuss some top #Play...

#141 Decks for Portland & Clay Burst Reprints from 2023-05-16T11:00:29

Welcome to the 141st episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down with to discuss some top #!Play...

#140 Portland Regionals and Product Updates! from 2023-05-09T22:31:58

Welcome to the 140th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down with to discuss the newest #Sca...

#139 Obsidian Flames & More TCG Reveals! from 2023-05-02T11:00:56

Welcome to the 139th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down with to discuss the newest #Sca...

#138 EUIC's *TOP* Decks from 2023-04-20T11:00:40

Welcome to the 138th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down with to discuss the newest #Sca...

#137 The Standard Meta & Free Miraidon ex's! from 2023-04-11T11:00:07

Welcome to the 137th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down with to discuss the newest #Sca...

#136 Ethan Hegyi Interview & New Special Set! from 2023-04-04T12:39:29

Welcome to the 135th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down with Listen

#135 Charlotte Regionals and NEW PRODUCTS from 2023-03-28T11:00:07

Welcome to the 135th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the latest #PlayPoke...

#134 The Best of D Block & NEW PACKS! from 2023-03-14T11:00:46

Welcome to the 134th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the latest set to co...

#133 Scarlet & Violet Set Review & New Trademarks from 2023-03-07T12:00:58

Welcome to the 133rd episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the latest set to co...

#132 Knoxville, Bochum & Worlds 2023 Dates from 2023-02-28T12:00:18

Welcome to the 132nd episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the latest fun decks...

#131 OCIC Results & our current Mt. Rushmore from 2023-02-23T15:03:27

Welcome to the 131st episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the latest fun decks...

#130 Budget Standard Decks & CP Requirements from 2023-02-14T12:00:25

Welcome to the 130th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the latest fun decks...

#129 PTCGO's Final Days & Lugia's Reign from 2023-02-07T16:32:59

Welcome to the 129th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the latest #PlayPoke...

#128 Liverpool Regional's ABSTRACT Decks from 2023-01-24T12:00:16

Welcome to the 128th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the latest #PlayPoke...

#127 Scarlet & Violet Preview & More Crown Zenith! from 2023-01-17T12:00:52

Welcome to the 127th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the latest #CrownZen...

#126 Aerodactyl VSTAR Regional Championships (San Diego) from 2023-01-10T12:00:26

Welcome to the 126th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokémonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the latest #PlayPoke...

#125 Crown Zenith's Set Review & Banned Sleeves from 2023-01-03T12:00:19

Welcome to the 125th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the latest news abou...

#124 NEW Pokémon TCG Products & Arlington decks! from 2022-12-20T12:00:36

Welcome to the 124th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the latest news abou...

#123 Rotation Announced & TCG Game Changes! from 2022-12-13T12:00:20

Welcome to the 123rd episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the latest news abou...

#122 A Counter-Intuitive Meta from 2022-12-06T12:00:22

Welcome to the 122nd episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the latest results o...

#121 LAIC's Best Decks (& Lugia) from 2022-11-29T12:31:25

Welcome to the 121st episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the latest results o...

#120 Crown Zenith & Warsaw Regionals from 2022-11-15T12:00:19

Welcome to the 120th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the new upcoming Pok...

#119 The Silver Tempest Set Review from 2022-11-01T12:08:52

Welcome to the 119th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the new upcoming Pok...

#118 The First Scarlet/Violet Sets & Lille Regionals from 2022-10-25T11:00:05

Welcome to the 118th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the new upcoming Pok...

#117 The ÜN ÜN ÜN Podcast (Salt Lake City Regionals) from 2022-10-18T12:56:37

Welcome to the 117th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the recent #PlayPoke...

#116 The Top Lost Origin Decks & Mystery Boxes! from 2022-10-04T11:00:22

Welcome to the 116th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the recent #PlayPoke...

#115 Peoria Regionals Preview & Exclusive Boxes! from 2022-09-27T11:00:06

Welcome to the 115th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the recent Limitless...

Baltimore, Bilbao & Singapore Analysis - Meta Pod Ep. 114 from 2022-09-20T11:00:31

Welcome to the 114th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the recent #PlayPoke...

#113 Lost Origin Lists & Premium Collections from 2022-09-13T11:00:01

Welcome to the 113th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss some week 1 #LostOri...

#112 Lost Origin is an *INCREDIBLE* set [Review] from 2022-09-06T15:16:54

Welcome to the 112th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss local events returni...

#111 - 2023 Regional Schedule & The Return of Kadabra from 2022-08-30T11:00:34

Welcome to the 111th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the new #!PlayPokemo...

#110 The World Championship Decks + The NEW Mechanic from 2022-08-23T11:00:30

Welcome to the 110th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down for a the top decks from the Wo...

#109 What Wins Worlds & The Spooky Leaks from 2022-08-16T11:00:23

Welcome to the 109th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down for a their picks for the #Play...

#108 The Hisuian Zoroark Episode from 2022-08-09T11:00:55

Welcome to the 108th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay sits down for a lone episode of the pod talking about th...

#107 Frank Percic's Top World's Decks from 2022-08-02T13:23:32

Welcome to the 107th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the upcoming #PlayPo...

#106 New McDonald's Promos & The Standard Meta from 2022-07-26T13:03:50

Welcome to the 106th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the recent #McDonald...

#105 NEW Standard Decks & Eevee Heroes Reprint from 2022-07-19T11:00:15

Welcome to the 105th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the recent #eeveeher...

#104 New Cards in the Lost Abyss! from 2022-07-14T14:47:59

Welcome to the 104th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the recent #LostAbys...

#103 Pokémon GO is actually a GOOD set from 2022-07-05T11:00

Welcome to the 102nd episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the recent #NAIC res...

Flying Into NAIC Results & Rotation from 2022-06-28T12:34:47

Welcome to the 102nd episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the recent #NAIC res...

Major Life Changes w/ Pokemon, featuring Steffen Ericksen from 2022-06-14T12:00:55

Welcome to the 101st episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down with special guest Steffen Eric...

Pokémon League is Back & So is the Q&A! from 2022-06-07T11:39:34

Welcome to the 100thth episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the recent news th...

The First Weekend of Astral Radiance from 2022-05-31T12:00:27

Welcome to the 99th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! @AtrociousGameplay & @gyrosean sit down to discuss the the first lists o...

Three Regionals, One Standard Meta Analysis from 2022-05-24T11:22:12

Welcome to the 98th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! AtrociousGameplay sits down to discuss the recent #PlayPokemon Regional Cham...

ASTRAL RADIANCE SET REVIEW! from 2022-05-17T13:00:11

Welcome to the 97th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! AtrociousGameplay & gyrosean sit down to discuss the upcoming set list #...

Indy, Bilbao & Joinville Analysis w/ FlowTKast from 2022-05-10T11:00:39

Welcome to the 96th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! AtrociousGameplay & FlowTKast sit down to discuss the recent #PlayPokemo...

The Pokemon GO Set has some interesting cards! from 2022-05-03T14:26:13

Welcome to the 95th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! AtrociousGameplay & gyrosean sit down to discuss the recent #PokemonGO c...

EUIC Had some WILD Results! from 2022-04-26T11:41:14

Welcome to the 94th episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! AtrociousGameplay & gyrosean sit down to discuss all things #EUIC, inclu...

The Next Best VSTAR & Brand New Promos! from 2022-04-19T12:00

Welcome to the 93rd episode of the Meta Pod #podcast, the #PokemonTCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! AtrociousGameplay & gyrosean sit down to discuss Hisuian Zoroark #VSTAR,...

Pokémon Illustrations & Design w/ Zach Roy from 2022-04-12T12:00

Welcome to the 92nd episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the Pokemon TCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! AtrociousGameplay, gyrosean & even Zach Roy sit down to cuss all the rece...

São Paulo Regionals & Level 3 League Battle Decks from 2022-04-05T12:00

Welcome to the 91st episode of the Meta Pod podcast, the Pokemon TCG podcast that revolves around the evolving meta! AtrociousGameplay & gyrosean sit down to discuss the recent São Paulo Reg...

#90: Liverpool Turned the Meta Upside Down from 2022-03-29T11:13:18

One European Regional was all it took to surprise the entire Pokemon TCG world! From the winning decklist (Rapid Strike Urshifu?!) to the rebirth of Control from Sander, Liverpool Regionals show...

#89: Has Mew VMax Peaked? from 2022-03-22T11:42:39

The Salt Lake City Regionals has wrapped, and the winner...is Gengar VMax?! Ok, well it's another variant of Arceus VStar really, but the Top 8 might show us that Mew VMax has finally met it's m...

#88: From Brisbane to Salt Lake, It's Regional Season! from 2022-03-15T15:24:32

There's clearly only 2 deck archetypes that you need to know about, and that's Mew VMax and Arceus VStar, as Brisbane Regionals proved, with 14 of the top 16 being split between those two. Today...

#87: Which Decks Are Tier 1 in the Brilliant Stars Meta? from 2022-03-08T17:43:03

We've got a few big tourneys to look over today as the Brilliant Stars format is firmly taking shape. So what decks are rising to the top? A wide array of Arceus, Toolbox decks, Mew VMax, and a ...

#86: PTCG Live Beta Review + Brilliant Stars Early Meta! from 2022-03-01T12:13:06

It was a big week in the world of the Pokemon TCG. Brilliant Stars is finally seeing play, and shaking the meta up at the Full Grip Games tournament that happened over the weekend. And the early...

#85: How to Sign Up for PTCGLive Beta (and why you shouldn't) from 2022-02-22T12:00

This is a week about gearing up for all the massive things coming down the pipeline, including the Beta Launch of PTCGLive coming to Canada literally THE DAY THIS EPISODE RELEASES! Also, Pokemon...

#84: Brilliant Stars Buy List Bonanza! from 2022-02-15T12:20:19

This week we're talking about the Brilliant Stars cards that every player should probably pick up (and how many you might need), with some advice on when the right time to buy might be. We're al...

#83: Our Bonus Summer Set Is Pokemon TCG....GO?! from 2022-02-08T12:31:26

A few new product releases to cover, as well as a Darkrai VStar that we somehow did not mentioned previously, and it is BROKEN! Also, we're getting a bonus set this summer, and it's Pokemon GO t...

#82: Poke-News Variety Edition: Patiently Waiting for Brilliant Stars from 2022-02-01T13:32:32

This week we have a slew of Poke-News, ranging from future set name announcements for not Japan, to enticing leaks from upcoming Japanese sets that suggests a Mewtwo VStar could be on the way? W...

#81: What Brilliant Stars Deck Will Be Tier 1 (w/ Zach Lesage)? from 2022-01-25T12:58:52

This week we are joined by Zach Lesage to talk about all the decks that come out of Brilliant Stars! Which new decks could shake up the meta, which decks might fall out, and will any old decks b...

#80: Brilliant Stars Set Review! from 2022-01-18T14:20:43

This week we're diving into a set review for some of the best cards coming in Brilliant Stars, but before that let's catch up on a few small news items, including the dramatic reveal of what exa...

#79: Will PTCG Live's Economy Warp the Meta?! (w/ Mark Dizon) from 2022-01-11T12:00

In today's pod, we're breaking down how the proposed economy of PTCG Live stacks up to some of the other big online TCG clients. Should we be concerned, or is this change going to be the best th...

#78: You Get A Fake 1st Edition Box, And You Get A Fake 1st Edition Box! from 2022-01-04T13:00

It's a new year, but the same old casters here at Meta Pod! 2022 is upon us, so let's talk about some new cards coming down the pipe from Star Birth, some likely fake 1st Edition Base Set Boxes ...

#77: Is a Gem Goblin the Hero We Need? from 2021-12-28T11:38:57

This week we're talking about some exclusive Creatures Inc Promos, New Brilliant Stars card sure to delight to control players, and a couple of decks that just may have the answer to Mew VMax! A...

#76: Wait...What's a GOD DECK?! from 2021-12-21T12:45:22

This week Jake and Sean are back in full swing, and catching up on a wide variety of news, including the Start Deck 100 reveals, and the chance at opening a God Deck! Also on the docket, TPCi is...

#75: Best Budget Decks for the Fusion Strike Meta from 2021-12-07T14:16:53

This week is a solo affair, with your pilot Jake! And he's talking about Standard on a budget, and which decks give you the most bang for your buck! Also discussing the December 2021 merch line ...

#74: Is the Meta Devolving? from 2021-11-30T12:44:34

This week we're diving back into some meta discussion and highlighting the 2 decks that seem to be running the show at the moment. Is this a sign that the format is perhaps not as healthy as we ...

#73: A Smörgåsbord of Collectors News from 2021-11-23T12:23:22

This week is largely focused on the Collectors, as we dive into a variety of smaller news updates, including whether or not the Katy Perry V card will be coming to a store near you. Also announc...

#72: Is Bigger Really Better? from 2021-11-16T12:33:19

This week we're talking about the impact that the ever-increasing size of Pokemon TCG sets is having on Players and Collectors, as well as how it's affecting other Pokemon products. We're also t...

#71: Fusion Strike Set Review! from 2021-11-09T12:40:48

This week we are sifting through the largest set ever to discuss the best cards in Fusion Strike, including some absolutely disgusting combos we might have in store. Also, we cover off on some b...

#70: Big League Dreams w/ Celio's Network from 2021-11-02T12:07:54

This week we brought Luke Morsa (aka Mr. Network himself) onto the pod to discuss the return of competitive IRL play, and how newbies and veterans alike can prepare for events ranging from Leagu...

#69 (Nice): VStar Revealed & Regionals Announced! from 2021-10-26T12:22:53

This week we are covering a variety of topics, including the announcement of Regional and International Championship events in NA and Europe! We're also looking at the first VStar card revealed ...

#68: So You Want to Play Expanded? from 2021-10-19T11:31:19

This week we go LONG, starting off with all the Poke News, including the 25th Music Promo Cards, and the fantastic upcoming Character Art cards announced for VMax Climax! And then, we are diving...

#67: Competitive Pokemon is Returning in 2022! from 2021-10-12T14:18:23

This week is a bit of a hodgepodge of news and meta analysis, but we are gonna make it work! Let's talk about the crazy luck Sean had on his Celebrations pulls, the announcement that competitive...

#66: The Occasion for Celebrations! from 2021-10-05T12:00

It's finally here! Celebrations, Pokemon's 25th Anniversary collection is hitting stores this Friday (10/8) and we are here to take you through all the products, prices, and cards that are in st...

#65: Is the Pokemon Community V-Unionizing? from 2021-09-28T12:45:55

This week we are getting back into some meta discussions, in particular the recent release of V-Unions! Are they viable? Are they fun? Can you even find them? We're also looking at a few product...

#64: Pokemon TCG Live Announcement & Analysis from 2021-09-21T12:17:25

This week we're (almost) exclusively focusing on the news about Pokemon TCG Live, the app that will be replacing PTCGO in the near future! It's massive news for the PTCG players, and we are goin...

#63: PO-RO LET'S GO! from 2021-09-14T12:05:06

This week it's (almost) all about Post-Rotation! The GX mechanic has ridden off into the sunset, and now V's have their chance to reinvigorate the meta. Did the first weekend of results showcase...

#62: Living in the Inteleon Quick Shooting Meta from 2021-09-07T12:26:32

This week we're diving into a number of topics, starting off with a tinfoil hat theory about TCG Live that Sean failed to mention last week. Then we discuss the results from POG, Leafeon's emerg...

#61: Last Hurrah for the GX Era! (POG 2021 Meta Analysis) from 2021-08-31T13:35:51

This week there are a TON of topics for us to cover, starting with some great new products that should bring down prices even more on one of the best Post-Rotation decks. We're also talking brie...

#60: The Post Rotation Explanation Episode! from 2021-08-24T12:06:16

This week, we're talking about a few new products, including the super random drops of some gold Tag All Star cards, as well as a promo Arceus for Pokemon Legends! And the main topic today will ...

#59: Evolving Skies Review Pt 2: Trainers Galore from 2021-08-17T12:47:26

Part 2 of our Evolving Skies set review, because you know these sets are HUGE! This week, Jake and Sean are talking Trainers. The good, the bad, the super niche. Let us know your favorite cards ...

#58: Evolving Skies Review Part 1: The Mons from 2021-08-10T12:00

This week we are reviewing some of our favorite Pokemon from Evolving Skies and talking at length about their viability for Players! Next week we'll be finishing off the review with the Trainer ...

#57: The Explosion of Online PTCGO Tourneys During Lockdown (ft. NeilPie & LimitlessConnor) from 2021-08-03T11:53:50

This week we chatted with 2 incredible community members who have been a crucial part of revolutionizing the Online Tournament scene throughout lockdown: NeilPie & Limitless Connor! On the a...

#56: Japanese National Championships & Holding Online TOs Accountable from 2021-07-20T11:49:29

This week we have a slew of topics ranging from Jake's weekly reminder about the forthcoming Marnie box, as well as a free Full Art Marnie you can get on PTCGO until July 26! We've also got some...

#55: Product News, Poke Drama, and ADP...Moltres?! from 2021-07-13T11:44:59

This week we're diving back into product news, including the announcement of the V-Union boxes (which means we won't be pulling Mewtwo's left leg from a booster pack thankfully). Also a new line...

#54: How Lockdown Catapulted PTCG Content Creators (ft. Pumpkaamy & HotChocPTCG) from 2021-07-07T11:35:39

This wee we are joined by two incredibly talented content creators in HotChocPTCG (Shai Burton) and Pumpkaamy (Amy Wosley). And we are discussing how each of their respective channels saw succes...

#53: 25 Anniversary Set Revealed! from 2021-06-29T13:22:49

This week is a one man show with Jake, since Sean wasn't quite feeling up to it this week. But Jake is going to bring you up to speed on all the news and revealed cards for the 25th Anniversary ...

#52: A (Shadow) Ride Or Die Meta Update from 2021-06-22T12:18:29

This week, we are diving into week 1 of the Chilling Reign era! How much of an impact is Shadow Rider Calyrex making, and are there any other decks from CRE that are making a splash? Also, we ha...

#51: PSA 10 Mewtwo's Left Foot Incoming! A V-Union Discussion from 2021-06-15T11:57:55

This week, we might be light on topics, but we are not short on opinions and hot takes! Jake and Sean are talking about the announcement of V-Unions, and looking into the 3 "cards" that were rev...

#50: DRAGONS ARE BACK BABY! from 2021-06-08T13:01:43

Dragon, dragon, rock the dragon! This week we are hyped for a few reasons, the first of which is that this is episode number 50! Woo! Also, apparently in honor of our 50th episode, Pokemon decid...

#49: Eevee Heroes Secret Rares are GORGEOUS! from 2021-06-01T12:59:44

This week we're starting by looking through the incredible artwork for the Eevee Heroes Secret Rares and how this Japanese set is going to be an all-time classic. We're also reviewing the Chilli...

#48: My Tini Pony Takeover! (Also Product News + Discussing Game Design) from 2021-05-25T12:27:10

This week we have to talk about the complete domination of Victini VMax + Galarian Rapidash, or as many are calling it "My Tini Pony". So we're diving back into a meta update, focused around thi...

#47: Will Pokemon Make NFTs, Stream Sniping Shenanigans, & Scalpers Are the Worst! from 2021-05-18T13:33:21

Sean is back this week, and we are diving into a wide range of topics, including the stream sniping allegations and responses that happened over the weekend. We're also learning about NFTs, all ...

#46: Tons of Great New Products Announced...If You Can Find Em from 2021-05-11T13:49:27

This week's episode is being helmed by Jake, and Jake alone! And this week he is discussing a ton of awesome new products, both in Japan and the rest of the world, including the upcoming Inteleo...

#45: Jack Black Spirit! Also, SO MANY EEVEELUTIONS COMING! from 2021-05-04T12:23:20

Today, we are finishing the full set review for Jet Black Spirit, the other half of the main part of our next set, Chilling Reign. And let's just say we once again make predictions that came tru...

#44: The DEFINITIVE Silver Lance Set Review (ya we said it) from 2021-04-20T13:25:21

This week we're focusing on 1 thing, and one thing only: Silver Lance! Japan's latest set got fully revelead, so Jake and Sean are gonna take a look into the first half of the set this week. Nex...

#43: Rapid Strike Urshifu Rises, IRL Etiquette, & Finding the Silver Lining from 2021-04-13T13:46:03

This week, we're jumping straight into the meta, in particular the rise of Rapid Strike Urshifu and how it became the most played deck at he LOS Major #3 last week! After that, Jake and Sean wan...

#42: Battle Styles: Top Decks + Techs, A PSA PSA, & Time to Buy Low! from 2021-04-06T13:53:15

This week we're covering a few topics, starting with the breaking news that PSA is suspending all submissions of it's lower tiers until July! We're also diving into the Battle Styles meta update...

#41: Going Steady with Battle Styles (Is this love?!) Also NEW HORSIES! (not Horseas) from 2021-03-30T12:31:57

This week we talk about how diverse the Battle Styles meta feels compared to the last 6 months, with a wide variety of deck, including Single Prizers, topping over the last week. But before that...

#40: Has Battle Styles Saved Standard? (Now in Technicolor!) from 2021-03-23T12:00

This week we're diving into both Expanded and Standard format, which saw some big changes over the last 2 weeks. First off, Expanded got Lusamine and Wally back, and boy howdy is it a stall part...

#39: Rapid Strike > Single Strike? (ft. FlowTKast) from 2021-03-16T12:17:28

This week is a special Collab episode with out podcasting brethren, Stephen and Scott from the FlowTKast! On this episode, we're discussing the Rapid Strike half of the new Battle Styles set, an...

#38: Play Resumes Down Under & Bou Takes On The Scalpers! from 2021-03-09T13:53:42

First off, a MASSIVE THANK YOU to everyone who left us Reviews! We've hit our goal and then some, so mark your calendars for March 23rd, cause that's when our first video podcast will be uploade...

#37: So...the Pokemon 25th Anniversary happened...uh... from 2021-03-02T13:05:52

Since the Pokemon company gave us nothing in the way of TCG news for the 25th Anniversary, let's talk about what they did share! Also, only 3 reviews away from 25 when we will make this a video ...

#36: Top Shining Fates Decks, Battle Styles Promos, & Pokemon's 25th Anniversary! from 2021-02-23T13:12:32

On this week's episode, we are getting back on that metagame discussion to see if any of the new cards from Shining Fates are making an impact in the first few tournaments. We're also thrilled a...

#35: The Anti Meta (Pod) Showdown Recap! (& Other News) from 2021-02-16T14:11:50

A massive shoutout to all the players who participated in our tournament, The Anti Meta (Pod) Showdown #1! It was a fantastic event, and we got to watch what a format without some of the best an...

#34: Unbans in Expanded, Logan Paul's Big Buys, & Shining Fates for Players from 2021-02-09T12:34:48

This week we are bouncing around a few topics, starting off with a long discussion about 2 cards that were recently UNBANNED from Expanded (Wally and Lusamine). Then we once again talk about Log...

#33: In-Depth Battle Styles Review! Which Bear is Best?! from 2021-02-02T15:20:21

It's been 84 years....but we're back! After the 2 week hiatus, we are going long in this episode, kicking things off with some news stories, and then diving deep into the prospective Battle Styl...

#32: The Past (Expanded), The Present (Standard), & The Future (Battle Styles)! from 2021-01-12T14:27:11

This week we are covering the Pokemon TCG from every angle! We finally do a deep dive into the Expanded format where Teacher Jake gives Sean a pop quiz to see if he did all of his homework! Also...

#31: Exploring a World Without ADP, Lots of Product News, and Rogue Decks Strike Back! from 2021-01-05T12:44:40

This week we're diving into  what decks may be poised for success in a tournament where ADP is banned, both based off a recent event, as well as our own misguided intuitions! Also, Pokemon ...

#30: $3k ChillTCG Results, Product Shortages, & New Year's Goals! from 2020-12-29T15:08:30

This week we are focusing our meta discussion around the massive ChillTCG tourney that took place over the weekend. Then we dive into an array of news including future product shortages, the Lim...

#29: Battle Style Revealed, TPCi's Very Interesting Survey, & Even More News! from 2020-12-22T13:32:50

This week we're spending a lot of time on 2 topics, the first of which is the reveal of Battle Styles! What do Jake and Sean think of Rapid and Single Strike cards? We also dive into the TPCi Su...

#28: Battle Style Predictions, Players Cup 2 Winner, & The Future of Online Tournaments! from 2020-12-15T13:47:49

This week, we talk about a whole host of things, starting off with Sean's impressive Digimon tournament finish. Then we head into some predictions that YOU the listener will immediately be able ...

#27: V-Union, Coalossal's Big Day, & The Worst Product Name of 2021! from 2020-12-08T13:19:06

This week, it's a hodgepodge of Poke news and Meta Analysis! Kicking things off with a recent Trademark filing by the Pokemon Company. What could it mean? Thing taking a hard left into some meta...

#26: Clout Chasing Kadabra & ChillTCG Regional Results from 2020-12-01T13:33:10

This week we're going wide in search of enough topics to fill an episode! Kicking things off with some musings on a new competitor in the TCG world, Digimon, and then moving into Uri Geller rele...

#25: Breaking Down the Vivid Voltage Meta & Exploring Expanded! from 2020-11-24T14:09:56

This week we are diving deep into the Vivid Voltage meta, looking at 2 weeks of results to see how everything is shaking out, and if maybe, just maybe, we can get more diversity into the top tie...

#24: Vivid Voltage Meta - Same Same, But Different? (ft. PJ Witusik) from 2020-11-17T14:02:19

This week we dive deep into the results from the first weekend of Vivid Voltage tourneys! Has the meta really changed all that much? And we have PJ Witusik of The Shuffle Squad along for the rid...

#23: Players Cup II Top 16, Top Decks for the Vivid Voltage Format, & Team Challenge! from 2020-11-10T13:12:01

We're diving head first back into the "meta" this week, looking at the decks that made Top 16 of the Players Cup in both NA and the EU. And then we take a look towards the future with the releas...

#22: Vivid Voltage Set Review, Expanded Bans, and Rusted Sword Rants! from 2020-11-03T14:43:12

This week we're diving deep into the Vivid Voltage set to talk about our favorite cards and what decks they might make, or make better. Also, TPCi FINALLY announced some much needed bans in Expa...

#21: RealBreakingNate stops by to talk Collecting, Content Creation, and everything under your Target shelves! from 2020-10-27T12:47:20

This week we're diving head first into the world of collecting, and we've got RealBreakingNate with us this time to give us their expertise on the recent boom in Pokemon collecting (beyond Pokem...

#20: OOPS ALL JAKE! from 2020-10-20T12:08:26

Sean here uploading this episode. I'm moving and don't have time to preview it, so I'm just assuming that Jake did an awesome job and only plugged his channels to a minimal degree ;) We'll be ba...

#19: Wailords Enter TCG Collecting, the Meta Gets a Remix, & PLAY TOOL SCRAPPER! from 2020-10-13T13:05:57

This week we once again chat about the meteoric rise of the TCG among some celebrity collectors, which will be a teaser segment to what hoping to have for all of you next week with a special gue...

#18: Players Cup DOS Points Analysis & Charizard Fatigue? from 2020-10-06T11:56:55

This week we dive into the points totals across regions for the Players Cup II and give our predictions as to roughly how many points you might need to qualify. Also, Pokemon announced yet ANOTH...

#17: Players Cup II Strategery & Champion's Trash Talking from 2020-09-29T12:34:02

The Players Cup II has begun, and Jake & Sean are going to give you some of their strategies for how to grind those points in the early weeks! Also, we spend maybe a little too much time bas...

#16: So Many LEAKS & Omnipoke League Fantasy Drafts! from 2020-09-22T12:53:59

Lots of fun stuff to talk about today, including some new developments in the meta (I'm looking at you Tinachomp), as well as a discussion about the crazy leaks that have been happening with new...

#15: Talking Burnout and Balance with Emery Taylor! (Plus Champion's Path: OOPS! All Zards Announced) from 2020-09-15T12:32:02

Shoutout to Emery Taylor for joining us today, and giving us his insight into maintaining a healthy relationship with the Pokemon TCG, or anything in life really. You can find him on twitter: Listen

#14: #BanADP Tourney Winner & New Shocking Volt Tackle Cards! from 2020-09-08T14:00

This week we examine how the meta is finally starting to solidify for this format, into what we think is a pretty diverse field of viable decks! But some tournament organizers are starting to ex...

#13: Interview w/ POG Champ Isaiah Bradner, #EternatusIsCancelled, & Should ADP Be Banned? from 2020-09-01T15:00

Thanks again to Isaiah Bradner for joining us for the podcast! If you want to hear more of his 5head thoughts, you can find his twitter here: https://...

#12: What Dominated POG 2020 & What Will Dominate Post-Rotation? from 2020-08-25T15:00

This week we're talking about the results from the POG 2020 Championships! Which decks surprised us in Day 2, and which decks fell a little bit short of our expectations? Also, we take our first...

#11: POG 2020 Championships Meta Analysis from 2020-08-18T15:00

Darkness Ablaze has released, and we have early results from 2 tournaments this past weekend! How is the meta shaping up, and what are our predictions for the Atlas POG 2020 event happening this...

#10: You've got questions! We've got answers? (Q+A Edition) from 2020-08-11T15:00

This week we kick things off with a little prediction on what decks we think will make an impact in the first weekend of Darkness Ablaze, in the Sunday Open in particular! If you want to partici...

#9: Darkness Ablaze Prerelease, Standard BANS! & Analyzing Meta's Past from 2020-08-04T15:00

It's Darkness Ablaze Prerelease time! We chat about our kits, our pulls, and our thoughts on Prereleases in general (spoiler: Sean is probably way too into the format). Also, we can't overlook t...

#8: Interview w/ Draydon Davis about POG 2020, Champion's Path Announced, & Q+A Subsmissions! from 2020-07-28T15:00

This week we had a conversation with Atlas POG Organizer Draydon Davis about the upcoming POG 2020 Championship Event. How it came to be, the reasons for the UPR-DAA format, our picks for the be...

#7: Interview w/ Le Bui about Retro Formats, Players Cup Mysteries, & POG 2020 Preview from 2020-07-21T15:00

Thanks again to Le Bui for taking the time to talk with us about Retro formats! You can find him on twitter (link below), and reach out with any questions you might have about playing Retro form...

#6: Players Cup Nonsense, TCG Raid Battles, & The TCG Collector's Market from 2020-07-14T15:00

This week, the meta didn't really change all that much, so instead we look at Sean's not-so-great Players Cup run, as well as some pairing nonsense that went down down under. Also, what's with s...

#5: Players Cup Meta Analysis, Legendary Heartbeats, & LCS Controversy from 2020-07-07T15:02:24

This week let's dive into the Meta once again, and predict what we think the Player's Cup meta might look like when things kick off on July 11! Which decks should you play, or be afraid of, if y...

#4: Standard Format, Future Format & Players Cup Results from 2020-06-30T15:00

This week we review the current standard meta and at least one surprising deck that took center stage this past weekend. We also glimpse the future by examining the winning decks from Japan's re...

#3: Awesome TCG Products & Lessons in Being a Good Person from 2020-06-24T16:12

This week we dive into the shallow pond that is the meta updates. But moreso we examine how TPCi has been on a roll releasing and announcing a wide range of great new products for the TCG that a...

#2: Tomb Count, Tord GOAT?, & Offseason Burnout from 2020-06-16T14:37:07

WE BUILD THE SPITE, WE MOVE THE SPITE! 

This week we're talking about the finale of the Limitless series, and how an unexpected archetype took center stage with a mi...

#1: Introductions, Infinity Zone, & LucMetal/Zacian Tier 1? from 2020-06-08T13:38:20

Let us take a second to introduce ourselves, this is a Pokemon TCG podcast featuring Sean and Jake, two players fresh off their Rookie Season. In today's episode we talk about the recent Japanes...