Tag Team Pokemon TCG Podcast

7-19. Moneymatch Drama Feb 18, 2025

Andrew, JW, and Riley break down the latest Pokemon TCG topics including the Pokeduels drama, a new YuGiOh convert, and what to play for EUIC.

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7-18. Merida Miraidon Feb 12, 2025

The boys break down the best finishes and the best lists from the first major tournament in the new format. See just how dominant Miraidon was in Merida and follow the boys as they look ahead to future tournaments.

7-17. The Big Three Feb 06, 2025

In today's episode, the boys provide their thought process on preparing for the Prismatic Evolutions format. With JW attending EUIC, there's plenty on the line..

7-16. Prismatic Disaster Jan 16, 2025

The boys are back to discuss the craziness surrounding Prismatic Evolutions as well as some of their top choices for the new format.

7-15. Resolutions Jan 08, 2025

The boys return from a Holiday hiatus to discuss all things Pokemon. Hear their thoughts on the evolving format and some interesting developments in the new year.

7-14. Impending Budew-m Dec 18, 2024

The boys are back to discuss JW's emotional Toronto Regional Championship run, the newest Pocket expansion, and how the budew will completely warp the meta.

7-13. Onto Toronto Dec 11, 2024

In today's episode, Riley and JW take a look back at the developing format and give their projections for what the format will look like moving forward. Will JW be able to defend last year's Regional crown? What are they boys thinking about the newest decks to come out of Surging Sparks? Find out in today's episode!

7-12. Crabs as far as the eye can see Dec 04, 2024

In today's episode, JW and Andrew break down the Surging Sparks metagame and discuss their buying positions for the new Prismatic Evolutions set.

7-11. The Glowup Nov 20, 2024

The boys reconvene to give a proper send-off to the Stellar Crown format. They also discuss the upcoming Surging Sparks metagame and their leading decks heading into the new format.

7-11. Changes Are Coming Nov 13, 2024

In today's episode, the boys sit down to discuss the new Pokemon TCG tournament structure. They also tackle some hard truths about Pokemon Pocket. You don't want to miss out.

7-10. Pocket Predictions Nov 05, 2024

Join co-hosts Riley and JW as they break down the breadth of news this week - from Regionals, to Pokemon Pocket, to new card releases, the team brings you all the latest happenings in the Pokemon TCG.

7-09. Surging Forward Oct 30, 2024

In today's episode, the boys break down the best and worst from Pokemon's latest set, Surging Sparks.

7-08. A Lille Discussion Oct 22, 2024

Riley and JW take to the mics to discuss the Lille Regional Championships as well as preview some newly released cards.

7-07. Genesis Oct 16, 2024

In today's episode, JW and Andrew break down the reasons the format sucks - and it's probably not what you think.

7-06. You Get a Ban!!! Oct 08, 2024

JW and Riley take some time this week to discuss some intriguing bans within the Pokemon community. They also give their hot takes on the 'optimal' Duskull as well as discuss the upcoming metagame for Louisville Regionals.

7-05. 50 Cent Takes Oct 01, 2024

Join JW, Riley, and Andrew as they dissect the latest news from Joinville and Dortmund. There were a number of surprises at the top, but were those decks contenders or pretenders?

07-04. Boys are Back In Town Sep 24, 2024

Andrew rejoins the cast this week after a hiatus taking care of his baby. The Boys discuss the tragedy in Baltimore, the underwhelming results from the Japan Champions League and the newly revealed cards.

7-03. Happy New Year Sep 10, 2024

Riley and JW are back on the mic spitting their takes for Baltimore. The new season is just around the corner - hear what the boys have to say about your favorite deck!

7-02. The People's Champ Sep 03, 2024

Jesse Parker joins JW hot off his Top 4 finish at the 2024 World Championships! Learn about Jesse's testing process, what he plans to do with the money, and how you can level up your game!

7-01. Boots on the Ground Aug 27, 2024

JW rejoins Tag Team after a few weeks of travel and regales the squad with stories about Jesse's Top 4 World's run, the World's store, and more!

6-47. A World of Controversy Aug 22, 2024

The boys are back and are ready to discuss the outcome of the exciting 2024 Pokemon World Championships. Iron Thorns, Miraidon, a match loss in top 8... much to think about.

6-46. Hawaii Bound Aug 14, 2024

The boys round out the season by talking about the Base-Fossil format, the evolution of the game, and of course the World Championship coming up this weekend!

6-45. Hollywood Star Aug 06, 2024

Riley and JW congratulate Andrew on his new Amazon Prime show as well as discuss their feelings heading into the World Championships.

6-44. Coconuts Jul 23, 2024

Andrew rejoins the cast this week as the boys continue their discussion on the Shrouded Fable metagame. Interesting developments this week will be shared!

6-43. Going Rogue Jul 16, 2024

Riley and JW break down the crazy attendance numbers they've been seeing at local tournaments. Listen in to hear what rogue decks they are cooking for the World Championships!

6-42. Rage Against the Machine (Buses, mostly) Jul 12, 2024

Welcome back to Tag Team - the Pokemon TCG's premier podcast! Join Riley and JW this week as they discuss everything Shrouded Fables in preparation for Worlds.

6-41. End of an Era Jul 02, 2024

In today's episode, Riley, Andrew, and JW give their takes on the Top X system! Yes, their predictions from last week were true - only a specific number of World's invitations will be awarded this year. Hear what they have to say about it all right here!

6-40. Top X Jun 25, 2024

Riley, Andrew, and JW discuss the recent rumors surrounding World's invitations. Should it be more exclusive? Should the system remain unchanged? Find out in today's episode!

6-39. LAIC (Louisiana IC) Jun 11, 2024

The boys are excited to break down what happened at the North American International Championships in New Orleans! Come hear how they landed on their deck and about the results from this exciting tournament.

6-38. Moving Jun 04, 2024

Riley and JW are back bringing you the pre-NAIC breakdown. Best decks, best techs and where their minds are at heading into the biggest tournament of the year.

6-37. JW's Return May 28, 2024

JW rejoins the cast after being away for a few weeks and shares some exciting life updates! The boys discuss their feelings on the emerging Twilight Masquerade meta in another hilarious episode.

6-36. Raging Bulk May 23, 2024

Raging Bolt? More like Raging Bulk. Ogrepon? More like overpon. Catch the hot takes with Twilight Masquerade fresh off the TCG Live press.

6-35. Dragapult on Fraud Watch?! May 16, 2024

While JW is away, Andrew and Riley will play! Come tune into the wild world of post-Stockholm results and take a look into the future with Twilight Masquerade.

6-34. The Baxcalibur Minigame May 07, 2024

JW is away, but Andrew is fresh of a fantastic top 8 finish in Indianapolis and you just know we're gonna talk about it. Come hear the dramatic tale of how Andrew weaved together this finish!

6-33. No Weakness Apr 30, 2024

In today's episode, the boys break down the NAIC registration debacle and explore some of the new cards and archetypes from Twilight Masquerade!

6-32. Finizen is Palafin Apr 23, 2024

Welcome back dear listeners! In today's episode, Riley, JW, and Andrew discuss the absurdity of Charizard, the exciting new archetypes from Twilight Masquerade, and the format trends moving forward. Listen in!

6-31. Dunduns and Dragons Apr 16, 2024

In today's episode, Riley and JW discuss the current state of the metagame and JW's tournament run at the Orlando Regional Championships!

6-30. No More Evolving Apr 09, 2024

Andrew and Riley are back from Europe with some advice for JW as he prepares for Orlando Regionals. What decks did well? What decks should be put on the shelf forever? Find out in today's episode!

6-29. PreUIC Apr 02, 2024

The boys have been flip-flopping over the last few weeks over what decks are good and what decks are bad, but time is running out! Hear their latest thoughts on the format in today's episode - you don't want to miss this before EUIC!

6-28. Gambling Mar 26, 2024

Andrew, JW, and Riley are back at the mics discussing their thoughts on gambling, chasing a World's invite, having kids and so much more.

6-27. Oops We Gave Too Much Airtime to Ancient Box Mar 19, 2024

Riley's back! JW and Riley discuss the latest in Pokemon news including newly revealed cards and more post-rotation discussion. Hear what the lads have been cooking up on this week's episode of Tag Team.

6-26. Temporal Farces Mar 12, 2024

Andrew and JW have been in the lab testing the post rotation format heading into EUIC. What are the best decks? What have the boys been testing? What should you play for upcoming tournaments? All these questions and more revealed in this episode!

6-25. In Your Pocket Mar 05, 2024

In this week's episode, Andrew and JW discuss the newest Pokemon TCG game, PTCG Pocket, and the wild happenings from this week's special event in Utrecht!

6-24. Post Rotation Angst and Desperation Feb 27, 2024

In this week's episode, Andrew, Riley, and JW take a look at the post rotation format in even more depth. The boys have had more time to test - but what conclusions did they come to?

6-23. Live, Laugh, Lugia Feb 20, 2024

The boys give their takes on the array of new cards and the wild new results from Japan's first tournament in the Temporal Forces format!

6-22. Full Moon at Knoxville Feb 08, 2024

JW and Andrew discuss their recent tournament runs at the Knoxville Regional Championships!

6-21. Prepping for Knoxville Feb 01, 2024

JW gears up for Knoxville Regionals while Riley chucks advice from the sideline. In today's episode, listen to the boys dissect Liverpool results and discuss what it means for the next tournament.

6-20. To Infini-Tina and Beyond Jan 25, 2024

On today's episode, the boys discuss their Charlotte performances and look ahead to the meta in Knoxville. Oh, and more Roaring Moon discussion.

6-19. Full Moon Jan 18, 2024

In this episode, the boys discuss the wealth of new cards released as well as their thoughts on the Charlotte Regional Championships. Charlotte is shaping up to be the biggest American Regional in Pokemon history and you won't want to miss what the boys are thinking of playing.

6-18. Everything Rotates Eventually Jan 11, 2024

In this week's episode of Tag Team, Andrew and JW cover the latest ACE SPECs, rotation, a newly released card, and the results from Portland. An episode chock-full of insight and news.

6-17. Resolutions Jan 04, 2024

The boys are back from break with their New Years Resolutions! Hear what they have to say about what they could have done better in 2023 and where they are going in 2024.

6-16. Dumb Old Stupid Texas Dec 21, 2023

Andrew, Riley, and JW recap adventures in Texas and recount what might have been.

6-15. The Land of Yee-Haw Dec 14, 2023

Howdy Partners! Your ole pals Riley and JW are here to bring you through the state of the meta, including their top plays for this weekend's tournament in San Antonio, Texas!

6-14. One Klawf-ful Idea Dec 07, 2023

In this episode, Andrew and JW sit down to discuss.... Klawf?? Is Andrew seriously considering this deck for San Antonio Regionals? Find out here on this week's episode of Tag Team!

6-13. Fraudulence Nov 30, 2023

This week's episode reunites the trio to discuss the results from last weekend's tournaments in Gdansk and Brisbane. Hear their thoughts on why the meta shook out the way it did and how players can adjust moving forward.

6-12. The Thanksgiving Episode Nov 23, 2023

JW is out of town, but Andrew and Riley are here on Thanksgiving Day to give you all the latest and greatest in the Pokemon TCG! Come hear about the fallout of LAIC and what lies ahead in a Paradox Rift world.

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6-11. LAIC Predictions Nov 18, 2023

In this mini-episode, Riley and JW give their second-half predictions for LAIC. Filmed midway through the tournament, Riley and JW cover what's been doing well, surprises from the tournament so far and predictions for Top 8.

6-10. Best and Worst of Paradox Rift Nov 11, 2023

LAIC, the first international of the year is almost here! Andrew and JW cover the best and worst decks for the tournament and give you insight into the decks and cards they are liking right now.

6-9. Call Him J-TRIPS Nov 02, 2023

JW Kriewall joins an illustrious group of 3+ time Regional winners! Hear the stories from his Toronto Regional Championship run and why players should think twice about bashing Miraidon.

6-8. Riffing on the Rift Oct 26, 2023

Riley, Andrew, and JW cover every major card from Paradox Rift! Hear their takes on these new cards in today's episode.

6-7. Routing Sacramento Oct 20, 2023

Sacramento is done, the cards have fallen, and Lugia emerged on top. Listen in for Andrew and Riley's takes on what this means for the game, ways to improve your gameplay, and some sneak peeks at Paradox Rift.

6-6. Ride On, Miraidon! Oct 12, 2023

JW and Jesse had big finishes in Peoria, and even faced each other in Top 8! Hear JW's epic tale of his exciting Peoria Regional Championship run!

6-5. Prepping for Peoria Oct 06, 2023

The boys are ready to head to the outskirts of Chicago to compete in the Peoria Regional Championships! Riley, Andrew, and JW discuss their favorite decks, where the meta is heading and what you should expect in the lead up to this massive tournament.

6-4. The Charizard Problem Sep 28, 2023

Charizard shook up the meta this week with 5 spots in the Top 8 at Curitiba Regionals in Brazil. Listen to the boys break down the promising lists and dissect the matchups. Find out how the metagame will shift in the coming weeks before Peoria!

6-3. 151 cards, 151 opinions Sep 21, 2023

151 is almost here! The boys give their takes on some of the hot (and not) cards from the TCG's latest expansion. Some decks are getting a MAJOR buff with this set, and you'll want to hear which ones!

6-2. MID-raidon no more! Sep 14, 2023

In today's episode, the boys interview Regionals finalist Jesse Parker! Hear how our team came to the conclusion to play Miraidon, a deck many thought was unplayable. One major card change from World's had everyone impressed!

6-1. Pittsburgh On My Mind Sep 07, 2023

Riley, JW, and Andrew discuss the post-Worlds metagame. Lugia? Miraidon? Charizard? Giratina? Hear the boys discuss these decks and more on this week's episode.

5-43. Best of the Year Aug 31, 2023

In this week's episode, Riley, Andrew, and JW give their "Best of the Year" awards! They also discuss the disappearance of a major tournament from the circuit and the crazy prize pool increase.

5-42. The Post Worlds Recap Aug 24, 2023

The boys are back and joined by friend of the cast Andrew Mahone! Come hear about our World Championships run and the how we landed on our unique deck. Tune in to the end for a special announcement!

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5-41. The Pre-Worlds Sendoff Aug 03, 2023

The boys are back for the last time before the World Championships in Yokohama Japan!! Come listen into a preview of the next season and the world championships alike! This'll be fun!

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5-40. The Terror of Tina Jul 27, 2023

The boys are back and Giratina is in style. Come listen in to what is going on with the latest developments in the metagame post NAIC!!!

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5-39. Return of the Kings Jul 19, 2023

After a short break, the boys are back! Come hear about NAIC and the events to follow. The meta is shaping up to be quite wide!

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5-38. The Pals Head to NAIC Jun 29, 2023

The boys are BACK and on their way to NAIC! Come listen into the top meta decks in the format alongside the things that simply aren't worth your respect. Get ready for a fun ride!

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5-37. Pals Evolve Jun 22, 2023

The boys are back and evolving, I guess. Look, I make captions every week. Come hear insight into the Paldea Evolved format and what the format is shaping up to be prior to NAIC.

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5-36. Ting WHO? Jun 15, 2023

The boys are back and loving the new Paldea Evolved format! Come hear which cards are HOT and which cards are NOT. Who is ready to take this format on and head into the North American International Championship?!

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5-35. On Brand Jun 08, 2023

JW interviews the 2023 Milwaukee Regional champion Henry Brand about his performance and where the meta is headed moving forward! Put some respect on him and all fantastic Australian players and hear his take on what should be good in the Paldea Evolved format.

5-34. Brewing for Brew City Jun 01, 2023

The boys are back, and just learned that Milwaukee is also called the Brew City. Who knew? Come catch the latest deets as we round out the Scarlet and Violet metagame!

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5-33. Peeksie Pie May 25, 2023

The boys are back and ready to talk about what the heck went down in Hartford and Malmo... Fusion WHO?!

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5-32. TCG Live is Killing Me May 18, 2023

The boys are back, and Hartford is on the horizon! Come hear whats going on the in TCG world, how TCG Live sucks, and how to defend yourself against cheaters.

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5-31. A Picture of Portland May 11, 2023

JW is still here and Riley is back on the scene! Come listen into the winners and losers of the Portland/Sao Paulo regionals. What's hot? What's not? Only one way to find out (listen to the cast). Plus, some sleeve talk!

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5-30. Pondering Portland May 04, 2023

Join JW with roundtable guests Nathan Stratford, Cain Greene, Sackett Brehmer as they talk about the current meta. Hear from three players who are all at or nearing their invite about what they would play, what they are worried about, and what they think the meta will look like for upcoming tournaments.

5-29. JW, the local legend Apr 27, 2023

The boys are back and JW has been tearing up the local scene! Come listen into his odyssey of local tournaments and for our recommendations for what to play!

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5-28. Schemanske's Stand Apr 20, 2023

The boys are back! And would you look at this- EUIC 2023 is wrapped up! It's been a CRAZY start to the format so you don't want to miss what's up!

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5-27. Post-rotation Roundtable! Apr 06, 2023

Join TCG players Jesper Eriksen, Aiden Khus, Zander Bennett, and Nick Moffitt as host JW Kriewall discusses the post-rotation format and their thoughts heading into one of the year's biggest tournaments: the European International Championships. Is Mew overhyped? Is Gardevoir the real deal? How strong is Lost Box, really? All these questions answered, and more, on this week's episode of Tag Team!

5-26. The Queen City Mar 30, 2023

The boys are back and fresh off the back of the Charlotte Regional Championship! This one wasn't the hottest for the Tag Team, but there's plenty to talk about! Come listen into why Regi is broken, how Charlotte went, and what's going on.

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5-25. It's time! Rotation episode! Mar 23, 2023

The boys are back and it is TIME TO ROTATE! After months of Lugia's unmatched dominance, it is time to shake up the metagame and see what happens! Come check it out with us!

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5-24. Sword and Shield - The Final Chapter Mar 16, 2023

The boys are reunited, but Sword and Shield format is quickly approaching its end. Come listen in to find out what was hot, what was not, and about formats of yore.

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5-23. Jesse Parker VMAX Mar 09, 2023

Join JW as he sits down with longtime player Jesse Parker for an interview about the Mew VMAX / Flying Pikachu VMAX deck the two brewed up for Knoxville Regionals. Hear about Jesse's deep tournament run and what he's doing to improve his game!

5-22. No Knocks on Knoxville Mar 01, 2023

JW is back from an exciting journey to Knoxville and is one step closer to his worlds invite! Come break down the going ons in the format and enjoy the world of Pokemon together!

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5-21. Lugia starts with an L Feb 23, 2023

The Oceania International Championships is a wrap, and the boys are here to discuss what went down! How did Azul take home the dub with Lost Box, and what lies ahead in Knoxville?

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5-20. Heart Wink Feb 16, 2023

The boys are back and the world is gearing up for the Oceania International Championships! Listen to our hot takes, the Lugia dilemma, and about the brand new Championship Point threshold!!

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5-19. Live with Andrew Mahone Feb 09, 2023

Join us with special guest Andrew Mahone as he talks about the upcoming sunsetting of PTCGO and the future of content on his channel. Can he make a successful pivot to primarily tabletop gameplay? We certainly think so. Hear about his plans and his thoughts about the future of Pokemon TCG content.

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5-18. I love you, Orlando! Feb 02, 2023

The boys are back and the Orlando Regional Championship is coming in HOT!! Come listen in to hear the metagame heading into Orlando, updates on TCG Live, and everything in-between.

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5-17. Give me da money Jan 19, 2023

The boys are back and excited to dive deep into the prize structure of the Pokemon Trading Card Game. Hear our thoughts on Championship Points, cash payouts and more in this jam packed episode!

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5-16. California Dreamin' Jan 13, 2023

Listen in to this week's episode as Riley recaps his recent run at San Diego Regionals! P.s. Lugia is still GOATED.

5-15. New Year, Same Team! Jan 05, 2023

The boys are back in the great year of 2023! Come hear about our dreams, our goals, and our aspirations... plus Pokemon cards too.

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5-14. Riley's Great Top 8 Dec 22, 2022

The boys walk you through their experiences in Arlington - one went well and the other.... not so much. Experience the highs and lows of a deep tournament run as well as our predictions on where the metagame is headed in San Diego! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

5-13. Paralyze Heal Dec 15, 2022

The boys are back and the meta is responding quickly to both Lugia and the results from Toronto. What is in store for Toronto? Only one way to find out!

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5-12. Mew Year: Judgment Day Dec 08, 2022

The boys are back from Toronto with another rep of the Mew year! Come listen into the awesome developments from this past weekend, hear how to counter Lugia, and learn about what's to come.

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5-11. Yup, another Lugia title Dec 01, 2022

Lugia DOMINATED the Latin America International Championship, and the boys are ready to analyze the HECK out of this shindig. Come listen into thoughts about Tord's GOATED status, the metagame for Toronto, and much more!

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5-10. LAIC - Silver Version Nov 23, 2022

The Latin American international championship is coming up this weekend, and we are so so excited to see what's going on. Join Riley and JW as we evaluate the top decks in the metagame and scope out what we would choose for LAIC!

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5-9. Hockin' a Lugia Nov 10, 2022

The boys are back! And in the zone! Come listen into the greatest minds of a generation hash out what everyone has been wondering: is Lugia good?

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5-8. Sit Down, Silver Tempest Nov 03, 2022

The boys are back and slightly delirious.. sheesh! Come listen into the T4, the Tag Team Top Ten, for the upcoming Silver Tempest set!

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5-7. The SPOOKY Episode! Oct 27, 2022

The boys are back and SPOOKY! Come listen to this terrifying episode full of horrors and mysteries. Fun for the whole family!

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5-6. Whine Tasting Oct 21, 2022

The boys are back and ready to digest the HECK out of Salt Lake City. Riley got top 32, and JW got to sit at home. Come check it out!

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5-5. The Salty Lake 2022 Oct 13, 2022

The boys are back and getting ready for the Salt Lake City regional championship! JW won't be in attendance, but Riley is so excited to gear up and play. Come hear about the meta's shift after Peoria and what that means for what is to come.

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5-4. We Found Peoria! Oct 06, 2022

The boys are back from a weekend in Peoria, IL. Riley wrapped up a Top 16 and JW clocked in a Top 64. Let's talk about it!

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5-3. Where is Peoria Anyway? Sep 29, 2022

The boys are so excited for their first regional in the Lost Origins format AND their first regional for the 2022-2023 season. Come check out their metagame thoughts and hear the latest on what is hot for Peoria.

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5-2. Baltimore and More Sep 22, 2022

The boys are back and ready to digest the drama from Baltimore. Boy oh boy is there a lot to be said. Plus we get to look ahead to what's to come in Peoria! Times are exciting, be sure to check it out.

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5-1. Lost in the Sauce Zone Sep 15, 2022

The boys are back for a new season of Pokemon! We are hyped to bring you the latest and greatest heading into Baltimore and a sneak preview of whats to come in Lost Origin. Strap in and get ready for a ride! And while you're here, don't forget to check out our merch!

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4-52. End of an Era Sep 08, 2022

At long last, the season that started in 2019 is finally over. We had a lot of fun, we laughed, we cried, we used code TAGTEAM at checkout at Manscaped, but it's time for new pastures. The boys want to take this week to recap the season after returning to competitive play. So sit back, relax, and enjoy some reminiscing.

4-51. The World Champ Diff Sep 01, 2022

The boys are BACK!! We are joined today by very special guest Ondřej Škubal as he walks us through his experience on the way to becoming a world champion. Learn a bit about Ondřej as a person and a lot about the recent history of the Pokemon Trading Card Game.

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4-50. The Final Countdown Aug 11, 2022

Worlds is coming up, and coming up fast! The boys are gearing up for the final week before the world championship, and looking to give you a sneak peek at some of the off-meta strategies to come.

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4-49. You can Mew, too Aug 04, 2022

The boys are back and.. so is Mew VMAX?! What is going on? The format is getting shaky and wacky leading up to the word championships in London this year- let's check it out together!!

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4-48. Urshi? Mally? Caly? Oh my! Jul 28, 2022

The boys are back and trying out some ROGUE decks leading up to the 2022 Pokemon World Championship. Come listen into the wild ideas we are throwing at the wall in addition to a deep dive into Palkia.

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4-47. We Got Merch!! World's Preview Part 1 Jul 21, 2022

Tag Team merch is here! Check out @tagteampokemon on twitter for more info.

The boys are back and gearing up for the world championship. Come listen into the first round of testing, plus a deep dive into Arceus Inteleon.

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4-46. The Wedding Episode Jul 14, 2022

JW brings you the latest in World Championship news including a special tournament! Additionally, listen to the end of the cast for an awesome Tag Team announcement!Tag Team is brought to you by MANSCAPED! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

4-45. The Lost Boys Jul 07, 2022

The boys are back and the zone is lost! Come check out whats GOing on with the new set, and what is to come in Lost Abyss!

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4-44. The Cure for Post-NAIC Depression (is this podcast) Jun 30, 2022

The boys are back, fresh off the NAIC grind and ready to bring you the scoop on what's new! Come check out the meta developments and a preview of what is to come.

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4-43. I See NA Jun 23, 2022

The boys are back and so excited for the 2022 North American International Championships in Columbus Ohio!! Come check out the report for the Milwaukee regional championship, where both Riley and JW thrived, and a look ahead to NAIC.

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4-42. The MilwauKEY to success Jun 17, 2022

The boys are back and getting geared up for the Milwaukee Regional Championship. As Astral Radiance comes to the states and the 2019-2022 Season draws to a close, this is the last chance to drum up some CP. Make sure to tune in to figure out how to do it!

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4-41. Astral Radiance Down Under Jun 09, 2022

The boys are back and this just in - Australia has another regional coming up! This is Astral Radiance's first big time to shine. Will old favorites prevail, or is it time for young blood to dethrone them? Tag Team has got you covered!

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4-40. Palkia, use Spacial Rend! Jun 02, 2022

The boys are BACK fresh off the Full Grip Games Astral Radiance event, and man oh man are there some updates to discuss. New decks stepped up onto the scene, old decks continued to thrive, and spice is flowing. What more can we say? Listen in!

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4-39. Astrology Enjoyers May 26, 2022

The boys are SO excited for Astral Radiance and are here to break down what the news is on what is hip and happening in the set. Come listen in for the top ten cards from the set and immaculate vibes- plus a sneak peek at our favorite decks for whatever event you're playing in this weekend (Astral Radiance OR Brilliant Stars).

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4-38. The Secaucus Saga May 19, 2022

New Jersey has a regional championship coming just around the corner. And you know what that means: Tag Team is here to deliver you the best content in the game! Come listen into the top decks for Secaucus and hear a sneak peek of Astral Radance.

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4-37. The Whimsical Episode May 12, 2022

The boys are back and full of whimsy and wonder. Come listen into Riley's Top 16 run at the Indianpolis regional championship, the process of selecting Whimsicott for the event, and what to expect moving forward.

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4-36. Indy Trenches May 06, 2022

The boys are back and oh so ready for Indianapolis! This Brilliant Stars regional championship is on track to be the largest EVER!! Don't end up behind the curve, stop by!

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4-35. Riley's Return Apr 28, 2022

The boys are reunited after Riley's stint in Europe! Come listen in to how the trip went, the results of EUIC and what this means for the future in Indianapolis.

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4-34. Knights of the EUIC Round Table Discussion Apr 20, 2022

With Riley off drinking and partying in Europe, JW carries this episode of Tag Team with the first ever round table discussion. JW is joined by top players Andre Chiasson, Frank Percic, and Pearce Wilton as they discuss how they've prepared for the tournament and what they expect to play against at EUIC.

4-33. EU, I See Apr 14, 2022

Hey hey hey Tag Teamers! The boys are BACK and ready to discuss prep for the European International Championship. Come hear about the process of getting ready for a big tournament and the top decks at this snapshot in time.

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4-32. The Gym Leader (ft. Andrew Mahone) Apr 08, 2022

JW is out on... family business, but Riley and Andrew are here to save the day! Come hear about how to hone your skills as a player and dive deep into the origin story of GLC. Get ready, because it's about to get tricky!

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4-31. Robin Schulz: the Liver(pool) King Mar 31, 2022

The boys are back and fresh off the Liverpool. Robin Schulz takes home the dub with his unique list, Malamar is back on the map and so much more. Be sure to listen in for Tag Team's insight into the format and for the low down on TCG Live.

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4-30. Salty Lake City (if you're a Mew player) Mar 24, 2022

The boys are back and fresh off the results of Salt Lake City! We got all sorts of exciting results to review so it's time to dive headfirst. What happened to Mew? What happened to our pals? Only one way to find out, and it's listening to this episode.

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4-29. Tag Team's Terrific Tips Mar 17, 2022

The boys are back and they are HYPED for Salt Lake City, the first North American regionals since the onset of the pandemic. Come listen in for top decks, tips on how to be more successful, and a snapshot of what is to come. A must listen for anyone looking to play in a Brilliant Stars event!

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4-28. JW and Riley's Origin Forme Mar 10, 2022

This episode is our long awaited catchup on the many new cards revealed-- come check it out for a sneak peek into the future of the game and the immediate future of Brisbane!

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4-27. WE are the Champions Mar 02, 2022

The boys are the champions, 'nuff said. Come tune in and hear our tales of conquering and domination in both the GLC and Standard formats. Tag Team is THE premiere Pokemon podcasting duo!

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4-26. PTCG Live is ALIVE Feb 24, 2022

JW and Riley discuss their top plays for the Full Grip Games 2k this weekend as well as their initial thoughts on the new client PTCG Live.

4-25. TCG Live and Live TCG Feb 17, 2022

The boys are oh so very excited for the return of in-person TCG. If you are too, make sure to listen in. But whether or not you will be in person, there is BIG NEWS on the horizon for TCG Live- the new online client!

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4-24. Pee Release Feb 10, 2022

The boys are HYPED for the upcoming pre-release of Brilliant Stars! Come hear the tales of wonder and woe of prereleases and the tumultuous trials of the upcoming regional championships.

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4-23. Remember Fusion Strike? Feb 04, 2022

The boys are here to remind you Fusion Strike is still a thing! Come hear about their trials and tribulations, JW's epic gamer moments, and the top decks in the metagame.

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4-22. A Sparkling Brilliant Shining Star is Born (VMAX) Jan 27, 2022

The boys are back and ready to peep some of the newest revealed cads, including a throwback to an old cast favorite! Come listen into insight about the future of the game, some over-tired loopiness, and a general grand old time.

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4-21. The Stars of Brilliant Stars Jan 20, 2022

The boys are HYPED for Brilliant Stars and ready to show off the top 10 superstars from the set. Can you guess which card is #1? How about 2? 3?...

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4-20. Highly Rated Decks Jan 13, 2022

The boys are back and so excited to drop the deets on their favorite meme decks! Come listen in to some of Pokemons best and brightest talk about how to drop your Elo with expert precision.

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4-19. Mew and Me, Me and Mew Jan 06, 2022

The boys have had ENOUGH of this Mew thing. What is the deal?! No more I say! Come listen in for some Pokedrama, thoughts on Mew, and the top decks of the format.

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4-18. New Year, Same Team Dec 30, 2021

The boys are back to round out 2021!! Come check out how to start the next year right.

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4-17. Topdeck the Halls Dec 23, 2021

The boys are super excited for Christmas! Come hear some quick updates on the meta, and then a dive into giving and receiving Pokemon gifts. :)

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4-16. The Gloom and Doom Episode Dec 17, 2021

The boys have had enough of Mew VMAX and are here to share it with you! Come listen to JW's extended thoughts on the state of the game and how it might be improved upon.

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4-15. Observations With Omnipoke Dec 09, 2021

JW joins forces with Joe Bernard to give you a glimpse at Pokemon content creation as well as a look at the current meta. Joe will give his opinion on Peony and some surprising thoughts on Battle VIP Pass. Listen in! Thanks to our sponsor Manscaped - get 20% off + free shipping with code TAGTEAM. #sponsored

4-14. Shuffle Debacle Dec 02, 2021

JW walks you through the recent Twitter riffle shuffle controversy as well as his top 10 decks from the Fusion Strike metagame!

4-13. The Thanksgiving Episode Nov 24, 2021

The boys are oh so very thankful this year, come check it out! We got all the things you'v been asking for: Mew VMAX, the metagame, thankful moments and Manscaped.

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4-12. Palette of Friends Nov 18, 2021

Erin Palmer and JW Kriewall discuss a new initiative in the Pokemon TCG aimed at women and marginalized genders called Palette of Friends. Learn about the exciting project Erin has been working on!Followed by a Fusion Strike metagame analysis.

4-11. The V is for Versatile Nov 12, 2021

The boys are HYPE for Fusion Strike coming out, and are ready to dive in. Come check out the amazing Mew VMAX deck, the ever persistent Single Strike deck, and all the consequences of their power.

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4-10. V-Star Power Hour Nov 04, 2021

The boys are back and loving the new VSTAR mechanic! Come check out the newly revealed VSTAR cards, some new fire support, and hear our gripes about TCGO. A fun episode for the whole family, folks.

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4-9. Polymerization! Oct 28, 2021

The boys are back and fusion is, IN baby! You ever wanna rustle and tussle with the biggest, baddest Pokemon but aren't sure if you're a Rapid Strike Randall or Single Strike Samuel? Then be a Fusion Strike Franklin! Come hear Riley and JW talk through the crazy going ons in the upcoming Fusion Strike set and lay out what you need to know as we approach a new metagame.

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4-8. A V-Star is Born Oct 21, 2021

The boys are reunited and boy do we have some news for you! Check in for some updates on the newest mechanic - Pokemon V Star! Not to mention Play Pokemon events are BACK. Whaaaaaaaaaaaaat??? This is some crazy stuff folks, you don't want to be the one to miss out this week. Seriously. Listen in.

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4-7. It's Getting Hot In Here Oct 14, 2021

Join Tag Teams JW as well as Rob Stephens from the Heat Factory Podcast as they discuss life, podcasting, and how to prepare for the upcoming *potential* season.Use code TAGTEAM at manscaped.com for 20%off + free shipping on any manscaped male grooming product!

4-6. Return of the Kings Oct 07, 2021

Two kings meet and discuss the return of Play! Pokemon. It's an exciting time for Pokemon fans everywhere, come hear us ramble about what the return to IRL play looks like.

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4-5. Greninja's Foot Sep 30, 2021

The boys are back and this time they are in for a wild ride. Evolving Skies metagame continues to evolve: there are bears, weird dogs and an artillery dragon. Not to mention we got these new feet cards that are making everyone go crazy! Come check it out!

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4-4. TCG Live, TCG Laugh, TCG Love Sep 23, 2021

The boys are back and fresh off the official announcement of Pokemon TCG Live!! Come hear some of the details: from the good, the bad to the uncanny valley.

4-3. Evolving Guys Sep 16, 2021

Riley and JW talk about the ever evolving format, a brand new sponsorship, and speculation about PTCG LIVE. Join in the fun in another exciting episode!

4-2. The Pokematrix and How to Escape It Sep 08, 2021

The boys have some hot hot takes regarding the events of the POG Championships and some recent movements in the scene. Don't miss out on this one if you enjoy spice!

4-1. A New New New Beginning Sep 02, 2021

The boys are back back back for another round of Tag Team, this time in Season 4! Just because the cards are rotating doesn't mean your favorite duo is going anywhere. Come listen into how the Full Grip double header went and the future of standard and GLC.

3-50. Season Three Finale! Aug 26, 2021

The boys are wrapping up season 3 of Tag Team with a rousing adventure into the future of standard and a look at the GLC.

3-49. The Recap Episode Aug 19, 2021

The boys are feeling hyped after a great year for the game, come listen into some of our top hightlights for the year.

3-48. Rotation Inflation Aug 12, 2021

The boys have suspiciously switched stances and are now discussing rotation! Come check out some thoughts on decks as well as cards to pick up!

3-47. Rotation Oversaturation Aug 05, 2021

The boys are back and ready to discuss the outcomes of Player's Cup IV... but wait... people are already playing post rotation??! And they're sick of it?!

3-46. Challenging Gym Leaders Jul 29, 2021

Standard format and the Gym Leader Challenge are discussed in this solo JW episode.

3-45. Po Ro Flo Jul 22, 2021

The boys are back and ready to rotate! Come hear some cards to look out for as we head into a new season of our beloved game!

3-44. Un-BOU-lievable Jul 15, 2021

Frosted Caribou and JW sit down to talk all things behind the scenes - from a day in the life, to the drama surrounding scalpers, Bou is sure to intrigue listeners.

3-43. Celebrate Good Times Jul 08, 2021

The boys are excited about all of the new developments in the trading card game. There are new cards, a new meta, and lots of fun to be had!

3-42. The Return of the Kings Jul 01, 2021

The dynamc duo is back! Join Tag Team in introducing the Chilling Reign format- finally here! The spooky shade of Shadow Rider and the freezing cold of Ice Rider reign supreme, learn all about it here!

3-41. Atrocious Podcast Jun 24, 2021

AtrociousGameplay joins JW for this week's episode of Tag Team! Follow the two as they talk about content creation, PC4, Chilling Reign, and more!

3-40. Tag Team With Celio's Network Jun 10, 2021

Celio's Network joins us for a discussion on PTCG, life, content creation, and more! JW and Luke team up for this week's episode and even give you a breakdown of what to expect in PC4.

3-39. Chilling Takes Jun 03, 2021

The boys dive into Chilling Reign ahead of a prerelease weekend! Come and join in the fun and excitement of a new set on the horizon!

3-38. Eevee's Heroes May 27, 2021

The boys are fanatic for the art in Eevee Heroes. Come listen in for some hot takes, vigorous shakes, and Player's Cup IV shenanigans.

3-37. PC4 Problems May 20, 2021

Have PC4 woes? So do the boys! Hear all about it on this week's episode. Will JW finish strong? Will Riley finish at all?? It's going to be a photo finish!

3-36. Ee-V's Card May 13, 2021

The boys are reunited! Come check out their analysis of the newest Eevee cards, as well as the Player's Cup IV. Don't miss out on this beast of an episode!

3-35. Tag Teamless: Riley's Ramblings Apr 29, 2021

JW is missing in acton this week, but fear not- Riley is here! Come listen to him rant about Urshifu VMAX and get a sneak peek into Player's Cup IV.

3-34. Rotation! Regulation! Qualifications! Apr 22, 2021

The boys are back with a episode filled to the brim with juicy bits off the meat of knowledge. Come check out updates on the next set, the future rotation, and some insight into Player's Cup IV.

3-33. Mewthree Returns Apr 15, 2021

If Tag Teams have proven anything, it is to never count an old deck out! Mewtwo and Mew GX is back with a vengeance, and hunting after Urshifu VMAX!

3-32. Black Belts in Urshi-Fu Apr 08, 2021

The boys are back and taking a deeper look into some of the top decks in the format. Come see some new card news, as well as a dive into Rapid Strike Urshifu and Eternatus VMAX.

3-31. Don't Snipe Me, Bro Apr 01, 2021

The boys are back to discuss the latest and greatest in Battle Styles, such as Victini VMAX. But wait, a controversy loom... cheating?? Stream sniping?? What's going on?!

3-30. Rapid Striking Battle Styles Mar 25, 2021

The boys are fresh off of Player's Cup III, and have some fresh takes on the Battle Styles metagame and how it is progressing. Come check it out!

3-29. Battle Styling on the Player's Cup Mar 18, 2021

The boys are fired up for the Player's Cup III qualification round this weekend, and are oh so excited for Battle Styles to drop.

3-28. The Battle Styled Episode Mar 11, 2021

The boys are back in style... battle style! Come check out a top 10 list of the new cards from the Battle Styles expansion. Fun for the family!.. unless your family is fighting weak.

3-27. Tag Team Minus One Mar 04, 2021

JW Kriewall takes Tag Team to places it's never been before - one on one. Riley had to hop out for the week, so JW brings you the latest Pokemon musings from what you can do to support content creators, to the incredible quality of Shining Fates cards. Don't miss it!

3-26. Cup Round Up Feb 25, 2021

The boys are done with the Player's Cup and want to share their experiences! Come learn about how to succeed in these kinds of events, and get some insight into the exciting future of Pokemon cards.

3-25. Cupdates and Shining Fates Feb 18, 2021

The boys are back to discuss their progress in the Players Cup, as well as give a glimpse for whats to come for Pokemon. Essential listen for any Players Cup competitor!

3-24. Goodbye World's 2021! Feb 11, 2021

The boys are back, but the World Championships in 2021 is out... come listen in to the tale of scalpers, a pandemic, and a Player's Cup.

3-23. The Lightning Round Feb 04, 2021

The boys are back for some Player's Cupdates on the Vivid Voltage format, but with some extra fun mixed in! Come in for fun conversation, fun memories, and the lightning round (not PikaRom!).

3-22. PCIII Tips and Tricks Jan 28, 2021

The boys are gearing up for their Player's Cups runs! Tune in for some tips and tricks as well as an estimate of what you should shoot for to make it to the next stage.

3-21. Player's Cup the Third Jan 21, 2021

The boys are here and geared up for Player's Cup III, a Vivid Voltage standard qualifier even. Check out the latest tips and tricks for surviving and the top decks in the meta!

3-20. Happy 25th! Jan 14, 2021

The boys are back in town for Pokemons 25th anniversary! Come in for a fun episode with a slew of announcements!

3-19. Tag Team Drip Jan 07, 2021

The boys are here for the first time in 2021! Come stop by to hear about our resolutions for the year, about the most GOATed deck of the last few years, and how we plan to achieve our goals.

3-18. Goodbye 2020! Dec 31, 2020

The boys are back for the last time in 2020- ready to review the hot-off-the-presses ADP ban by Limitless and discuss how the year went overall. Come check it out!

3-17. The Christmas Episode Dec 23, 2020

The boys are back- and they are packing another giveaway! Be sure to check us out on Twitter for more! Be sure to have a safe and happy holiday season.

3-16. A Chip off the Old Block Dec 17, 2020

The boys are joined by a friend- Trainer Chip Richey! Come hear about commentating, his backstory, and what's up with Battle Styles.

Be sure to check out Chip on social media! @trainerchip

3-15. The Gamer Zone Dec 10, 2020

The boys are here and ready to review what's been a successful week for JW! Come get some insight into the Team Challenge events and how you can be successful in any format.

3-14. Avadra Kadabra Dec 03, 2020

The boys are back in town, with an old friend in tow- Kadabra! Come check out a quick recap of why Pikarom is so dang good and share in memories of an old friend.

3-13. Pokemon Thankful Card Game Nov 26, 2020

The boys are ready to start celebrating Thanksgiving. They got a slew of TCG news, meta analysis and fun times for all to share with the group. Be sure to check this out, and have a happy holiday! :)

3-12. Coalossal Flop Nov 19, 2020

The boys are sitting down this week to review the changes to the meta with Vivid Voltage under our belts. Come stop by for some hot memes, some deck dreams, and meta review of this new format.

3-11. Darkness Aburnt Nov 12, 2020

The boys sit down to see off the Darkness Ablaze format with the conclusion of the first set of Player's Cup games and Riley's run therein. Come in and get ready for Vivid Voltage!

3-10. Amazing Shiny Rare VMax Sword Nov 05, 2020

The boys are dropping mad knowledge on the Player's Cup, and supplementing it with lots of fun takes on the future of the game. Featuring Amazing Rares, Shiny cards, and a Rusted Sword...

3-9. Wholesomemon Oct 29, 2020

The boys are feeling a little down, so they want to share some of their happy moments in the Pokemon Trading Card Game! Good vibes only for this episode.

3-8. A Coalossal Affair Oct 22, 2020

The boys have seen their Player's Cup run to its conclusion, and have some last minute reccomendations for the procrastinators out there. Be sure to check this out for some tips, tricks, and additional insight into the future of Pokemon TCG.

3-7. Logan "Base Set" Paul Oct 15, 2020

The boys are wrapping up their Player's Cup runs and giving out free tips on how to succeed. In the world of collectors, some new challengers lurk...

3-6. The Melmetal Curtain Oct 08, 2020

The boys are loving Lucario Melmetal Zacian, come hear about the Player's Cup is going and how the meta is developing in a LMM world.

3-5. The Brothers Chu Oct 01, 2020

The boys are ready to crack down on the Full Grip Online Series and the Players Cup II. Whats the low down? Whats up? Who are the Pichu Bros and what do they stand for?

3-4. The Player's Cup Electric Boogaloo Sep 24, 2020

The boys are back and so is the Player's Cup! Come check out how to use your keys and how to approach this epic sequel to an already epic event.

3-3. Get a (Full) Grip Sep 17, 2020

The boys are fresh off the inaugural Full Grip Online Series and ready to break down the event itself and how the meta for Darkness Ablaze has panned out. Catch the Mad Party, featuring Eternatus and ADP!

3-2. Mad Birthday Party Sep 10, 2020

The boys are celebrating JW's birthday by taking a pact to always play Mad Party instead of ADP.

3-1. ADPee Sep 03, 2020

The boys are here for Season 3 and are ready to lay down the law on Arceus Dialga and Palkia. Should they be banned, or are they just another powerful card?

2-27. Adios Orangutan Aug 27, 2020

The boys are ready to see off the UPR-LOT era of cards. Make way for Sword and Shield! Come check out a recap of the Pokemon Online Global event and a preview of things to come.

2-26. Vika No Bulu Aug 21, 2020

The boys are ready to sit down and lay out the path to winning the Pog Championships. Come check out the best decks and figure out whether it's better to go first or second (how often is THIS a debate?!).

2-25. Dab on TCGO Aug 13, 2020

The boys see Darkness Ablaze just on the horizon, but chaos has taken over TCGO. What is going on?!

2-24. The Meta Knights Jul 30, 2020

The boys deep dive into their thoughts on the meta at large. How is Pokemon doing? What could be changed? Riley and JW are very opinionated on this..

2-23. Tabletop Simpulator Jul 23, 2020

The boys are here to share their experiences in the infamous Tabletop Simulator. Don't worry, unlike the rest of your Pokemon Content this isn't a tutorial.

2-22. Darkness A-Raids Jul 17, 2020

The boys sit down for a quick chat on Darkness Ablaze, Raid Battles, and the current format. Stop by for all of your TCG needs!

2-21. The Goblet of Players Jul 10, 2020

The boys sit down to analyze the Player's Cup. The culmination of a month of effort is finally here! What deck will stand on top?

2-20. Empathy in Pokemon Jul 10, 2020

The boys sit down to discuss the recent developments in the Pokemon community. At Tag Team we stand for inclusivity for all.

2-19. Kevin Krueger Breaks Limits Jun 18, 2020

The boys are joined by recent Limitless Invitational Champion- Kevin Krueger! Listen in to his detailed perspective on his tournament runs, his deck choice, and his vision fr how to improve as a player.

2-18. To Infinity and Beyond Jun 11, 2020

The boys see into the future, and dive into a set review of Infinity Zone. This will be the groundwork of our August set, and there are lots of exciting additions to the game!

2-17. Rebels with a Cause Jun 04, 2020

https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ for more info on BLM causes The boys are excited to discuss the results of the final Limitless qualifier! What are the top tier threats of Rebel Clash?! And what in the world is going on with the Player's Cup?!

2-16. The Final Qualifier May 28, 2020

The boys are here, and so is the final Limitless Series qualifier! Pikarom remains a top contender, but what do JW and Riley think about the meta at large? Only one way to find out.

2-15. Player's Cup Premiere May 21, 2020

The boys are excited to cover a new age of Pokemon! The Players Cup represents a potential era of an online tournament structure.

2-14. Blue Garcia Griego May 14, 2020

The boys are joined by their good friend, Azul Garcia Griego! Hear about his story, his content, and the famed rats...

2-13. Two Rebels in a Pod(cast) May 08, 2020

Join the boys in an epic excursion through the new horizons of Rebel Clash! They discuss how good (or not) bosses orders will be, and why you should definitely take part in the Limitless Qualifier #3! Top decks of Rebel Clash and much more discussed in this episode of Tag Team!

2-12. JW's Rebellious Clash Apr 30, 2020

The boys are ready to discuss JWs EPIC tournament run at the Limitless Qualifier featuring the Rebel Clash set.

2-11. The Best of the Best Apr 23, 2020

The boys are back to discuss what Pokemon make the top of their lists for the best designed in each generation. Catch some hot takes and cool Pokemon!

2-10. Limitless Potential Apr 18, 2020

Get ready for the Limitless Qualifier 1! The boys break down the expected meta for an unprecedented online event!

2-9. The Worst of the Worst Apr 09, 2020

The boys are ready to debate. This week we find out who the worst Pokemon from every generation is, with some obvious winners and some special surprises.

2-8. Andrew's Mahomies Apr 02, 2020

The boys are joined by their good friend Andrew Mahone for a jam packed episode ran by the dynamic trio! This episode covers passion, content creation, and self-love. You don't want to miss this super-episode!

2-7. Ghost of Card Games Past Mar 26, 2020

The boys discuss some of their favorite decks and cards from years past. If you're feeling nostalgic or want to know more about old formats, this is the episode for you!

2-6. JW's Apocalyptic Man Bun Mar 19, 2020

The boys are practicing good social distancing and hope you are to! Hear about TCGO meta and how they would improve the online system. Stay safe and healthy!

2-5. Health over Pokemon Mar 12, 2020

The boys discuss the effects of COVID-19 on organized play. Strong recommendations against attending large events. To all the listeners: stay safe and healthy.

2-4. Mostowy's Monstrous Meta Call Mar 07, 2020

The boys are joined by their friend John Mostowy in the wake of his Top 4 finish at Collinsville with his attacking stall deck. Come hear the rogue master explain how he does it, listen into some thoughts on expanded, and see the gang have a little bit of fun!

2-3.a. BONUS: Stipends And How To Fix Them Feb 29, 2020

The boys tackle the issue of stipends and the Top 16 race in the USA. What should be changed? What can improve? How should Tpci think of the stipend system in accordance with the values of Pokemon? All these topics and more in a special bonus Leap Day episode!

2-3. Panicking for Pyroar Feb 27, 2020

The boys are ready for Collinsville... except not really! Listen to Riley's paranoia over the Collinsville meta and JW's analysis on some of his favorite decks.

2-2. Koality Show Feb 20, 2020

The boys are not going to be in Australia, so they're ready to pass on their knowledge to you. Come catch the scoop on Zacian, mill, Mewtwo, Rillaboom and so much more!!

2-1. How do you pronounce Zacian? Feb 13, 2020

The boys are hyped for the new Sword and Shield format. So far they're loving ADP, but a new top tier contender has appeared in Cinccino Mill. How they heck do we deal with that??!

15. You Have My Sword, and my Shield Feb 06, 2020

The boys are HYPE for the new Sword and Shield format. This week's discussion includes some top decks, some rogue decks, a giveaway winner and some hidden gems. Make sure to check out Full Grip Games to get a piece of the Sword and Shield action!

14. One Year Anniversary! Jan 30, 2020

Happy One Year Anniversary! Join Riley and JW as they discuss the newest changes with SwSh Base set in both Expanded and Standard format. Then, they dive into the successes of the podcast over the last year and a look into the future for Tag Team.

13. The Wild West in Dallas TX Jan 16, 2020

The boys are ready and geared up for Dallas, a Cosmic Eclipse expanded event. Hear some in depth thoughts on Mewtwo vs Darkrai, their top choices, and some advice heading into the format. Not to be missed if you plan to attend this regional!

12. Messing with Texas Jan 09, 2020

The boys are getting ready for the Dallas Regional Championships, a Cosmic Eclipse expanded event! On the way, Riley covers his recent cup win with Gardeon. This episode features awesome discussion on what makes decks appealing and specific build choices for Mewtwo and Mew.

11. New Year, Same Team Jan 02, 2020

The boys are back and ready for 2020! This episode covers goal setting, with some helpful tips both in and out of Pokemon. Catch some additional insight into Cosmic Eclipse as well!

10. The Pidgey Eclipse Dec 19, 2019

The boys talk about their busted Christmas party, the in and outs of Pidgey, getting bodied at a cup, and give some Expanded thoughts. Plus some info about a giveaway!

9. The Birds and the Squids Dec 18, 2019

The boys talk about their favorite Standard decks and how much fun they're going to have at JW's holiday party!

8. Sandy Eggo Dec 05, 2019

The boys take a big old L to ADP and are forced to admit its strengths. Let's take these lessons from Daytona and look ahead to San Diego, the next Cosmic Eclipse standard regional!

7. Date in Daytona Nov 27, 2019

The boys give a primer for the Daytona Beach Regional Championship, a Cosmic Eclipse standard event. Will ADP remain on top? Is it time for Baby Blacephalon to shine? And most of all, what are you thankful for this season?

6. Pure Flames from Latin America Nov 21, 2019

The boys discuss the results of the Latin America International Championships and how things look moving forward. Will Welder reign supreme for another format?!

5. Chaos at the Latin America Championships Nov 14, 2019

The boys discuss the results of Portland briefly before diving into a discussion on the Latin America International Championships in Sao Paulo, Brazil: the first standard Cosmic Eclipse event!

4. JW's Egg Basket Nov 07, 2019

The boys discuss JW's dominant regional championship VICTORY in Richmond, VA with Alolan Exeggutor & Rowlet GX/Vileplume with some bonus insights into the Expanded meta and how it developed and a look ahead to Portland, OR- the next Expanded Regional!

3. Expand Your Mind: Meta Predictions for Richmond Oct 31, 2019

The boys break down what to expect in Richmon, the first Expanded Hidden Fates format regional with some additional tips for newer players.

2b. Expanding Our Horizons Oct 21, 2019

The boys are here with the first sound-only BONUS EPISODE to talk about the Expanded format, how to approach it, and our perspective into the top decks at this point in time.

2. The Knowledgeable Librarian Oct 17, 2019

The boys... are no more?! Riley is joined by special guest, Erin Palmer while JW is out and about. Featuring discussions on Knoxville, commentary, and women in the TCG.

1. Breaking Down Fort Knoxville Oct 10, 2019

The boys get ready for the Knoxville Regional Championship, a Unified Minds Standard event! Featuring Pikachu/Zekrom, Mew/Mewtwo, Malamar, and... Pidgey?!

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