Meta Pod: A Pokemon TCG Podcast

Latest Episodes:

#72: Is Bigger Really Better? Nov 16, 2021

Show notes

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 taking a look at some of the early results in the Fusion Strike meta, particularly from the Full Grip Games 1k tournament! Were there any new decks that popped off?

Reach out to us with any thoughts or topic suggestions via Twitter: https://twitter.com/metapodtcg

Here are a few of the other places where we make content:

Sean's YouTube: https://youtube.com/gyrosean

Jake's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiRient-vmVuy42V-kdeZnA

Sean's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/gyrosean

Jake's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/atrociousgameplay

#71: Fusion Strike Set Review! Nov 09, 2021

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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 big news including the delay of PTCG Live until 2022, as well as the upcoming League Battle decks featuring all the good Urshifu VMax! Also, thanks to all the listeners who put us over 500 Followers on Twitter, y'all are awesome :)

Reach out to us with any thoughts or topic suggestions via Twitter: https://twitter.com/metapodtcg

Here are a few of the other places where we make content:

Sean's YouTube: https://youtube.com/gyrosean

Jake's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiRient-vmVuy42V-kdeZnA

Sean's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/gyrosean

Jake's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/atrociousgameplay

#70: Big League Dreams w/ Celio's Network Nov 02, 2021

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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 League Challenges all the way up to Regionals and ICs. But before and after that, we check off a few of the news items from the last week, and give our predictions for next week's news with Future Sight (shoutout to AppaAG for the name)!

You can find Luke on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CeliosNetwork

And Twitter: https://twitter.com/Celios_Network

Reach out to us with any thoughts or topic suggestions via Twitter: https://twitter.com/metapodtcg

Here are a few of the other places where we make content:

Sean's YouTube: https://youtube.com/gyrosean

Jake's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiRient-vmVuy42V-kdeZnA

Sean's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/gyrosean

Jake's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/atrociousgameplay

#69 (Nice): VStar Revealed & Regionals Announced! Oct 26, 2021

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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 and speculating on what the format might look like in the future. Big news indeed!

Reach out to us with any thoughts or topic suggestions via Twitter: https://twitter.com/metapodtcg

Here are a few of the other places where we make content:

Sean's YouTube: https://youtube.com/gyrosean

Jake's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiRient-vmVuy42V-kdeZnA

Sean's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/gyrosean

Jake's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/atrociousgameplay

#68: So You Want to Play Expanded? Oct 19, 2021

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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 into Expanded, and in particular the staple cards that you will want to pick up if you are looking to play in that format.

Here's a great selection of Expanded decklists to get you started on your journey into Expanded as well: https://imgur.com/gallery/EcbnRhY

Reach out to us with any thoughts or topic suggestions via Twitter: https://twitter.com/metapodtcg

Here are a few of the other places where we make content:

Sean's YouTube: https://youtube.com/gyrosean

Jake's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiRient-vmVuy42V-kdeZnA

Sean's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/gyrosean

Jake's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/atrociousgameplay

#67: Competitive Pokemon is Returning in 2022! Oct 12, 2021

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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 Pokemon is returning in 2022, and some updates to the meta since we last talked about it.

Reach out to us with any thoughts or topic suggestions via Twitter: https://twitter.com/metapodtcg

Here are a few of the other places where we make content:

Sean's YouTube: https://youtube.com/gyrosean

Jake's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiRient-vmVuy42V-kdeZnA

Sean's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/gyrosean

Jake's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/atrociousgameplay

#66: The Occasion for Celebrations! Oct 05, 2021

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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 store for you (if you can find any).

Also, swing by Sean's Twitch on Thursday morning at 9AM ET for his livestream EARLY opening of Celebrations! He'll also be playing Standard format with real cards, and bringing his Base-Fossil decks out so you can experience the earliest days of the Pokemon TCG.
https://www.twitch.tv/gyrosean

Reach out to us with any thoughts or topic suggestions via Twitter: https://twitter.com/metapodtcg

Here are a few of the other places where we make content:

Sean's YouTube: https://youtube.com/gyrosean

Jake's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiRient-vmVuy42V-kdeZnA

Sean's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/gyrosean

Jake's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/atrociousgameplay

#65: Is the Pokemon Community V-Unionizing? Sep 28, 2021

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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 updates, some Fusion Arts Secret Rares, and a couple of decks that have turned the meta on its head since we last talked.

Reach out to us with any thoughts or topic suggestions via Twitter: https://twitter.com/metapodtcg

Here are a few of the other places where we make content:

Sean's YouTube: https://youtube.com/gyrosean

Jake's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiRient-vmVuy42V-kdeZnA

Sean's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/gyrosean

Jake's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/atrociousgameplay

#64: Pokemon TCG Live Announcement & Analysis Sep 21, 2021

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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 going to give you all the info about the new platform, and the transition process. We're also going to give you our opinions about whether or not we are fans of some of the major changes taking place.

Reach out to us with any thoughts or topic suggestions via Twitter: https://twitter.com/metapodtcg

Here are a few of the other places where we make content:

Sean's YouTube: https://youtube.com/gyrosean

Jake's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiRient-vmVuy42V-kdeZnA

Sean's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/gyrosean

Jake's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/atrociousgameplay

#63: PO-RO LET'S GO! Sep 14, 2021

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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 another boring 3 deck meta, or is this something different? Also, let's talk about the insane product coming to Japan in December, the 100 randomized Starter decks they'll be selling! Is this the kind of product that would make sense in the West?

Reach out to us with any thoughts or topic suggestions via Twitter: https://twitter.com/metapodtcg

Here are a few of the other places where we make content:

Sean's YouTube: https://youtube.com/gyrosean

Jake's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiRient-vmVuy42V-kdeZnA

Sean's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/gyrosean

Jake's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/atrociousgameplay