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VGC Trainers School PodcastPost-Vancouver! w Chase Rumpca & Eslliey TanBack at it again. Sloth and I interview his fellow Portlandians: Chase Rumpca and Eslliey Tan, who got 3rd and 40th place respectively, at the Vancouver 2025 regional tournament.Email: vgctspodcast@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/X2TvyyjQBw2025-03-1354 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastPoKeMoN ChAmPiOnS!!! +post Pokémon Day, EUIC, GC3WOW. SO MUCH 2 COVER. Welcome back, gang. This time, Sloth and I discuss the best VGC news in the history of ever: Pokémon Champions.we also talk about legends ZA and EUIC and the GC and stuff I guessEmail: vgctspodcast@gmail.com Discord: https://discord.gg/X2TvyyjQBw2025-03-061h 05
VGC Trainers School PodcastPre EUIC 2025Sloth and Jake and I, Spicer, shoot the shit and discuss the state of the meta, pre-Wolfe winning EUIC. I couldn't upload it in time to be pertinent, but true homies will listen anyways 2025-03-051h 00
VGC Trainers School PodcastSacramental ft Cloverbells!Sup gang, back at it again, this time I am blessed by the presence of CloverBells! Join us as we review the latest Sacramento Regional Email: vgctspodcast@gmail.com Discord: https://discord.gg/X2TvyyjQBw2024-12-071h 04
VGC Trainers School PodcastPokéMen's HealthOn the latest episode of VGCTSP Z, Spicer and the gang find themselves in a relentless battle against Majin Adult-Schedules-and-Responsibilities, but somehow manage to record a podcast in the future that traveled back in time to play today. In this episode we're joined by "Roy "Flash" Gordon of PokéMen's Health", please, Sir "Spear Pillar" Smoke, and Kaysie "LoOtVGC" of Chaos League, and our own Andrew AOX, as we discuss MEN'S HEALTH in VGCEmail: vgctspodcast@gmail.com Discord: https://discord.gg/X2TvyyjQBw2024-10-2557 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastPre-Worlds ft. Yotam, +Regulation Hallelujah!Spicer and Amlo/Jon join forces once again, to interview world championship competitor Yotam, and get his hot takes for this weekend's world championship in Honolulu, then pick his brain on the newest regulation, H. This is probably the best time to get back into the game from that hiatus, or try it out for the first time!Get ready for the GGC and our prize pool tour on the 24th!Email: vgctspodcast@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/X2TvyyjQBw2024-08-141h 34
VGC Trainers School PodcastNOLA.NAIC.VGC.LFGSpicer, Jake, and Jon team up to discuss NAIC results and solve world hunger. Stay tuned at the end for a bonus interview with ShadyTigers, who made day 2.Email: vgctspodcast@gmail.com Discord: https://discord.gg/X2TvyyjQBw2024-06-141h 30
VGC Trainers School PodcastLA Elgyems! ft. John Miller top8Back at it again with the 60th episode. Spicer interviews our good friends: John Miller, Josh Dimond, Tony, and Rachel about their various experiences at the LA regional, from newcomer to top 8 perspective. Then, TONY SAYS GOODBYE??? (╥_╥) Why does he hate us?2024-06-031h 31
VGC Trainers School PodcastA True Underdog StoryHowdy, pardner. In this here episode, we're fixin' to drive the range down to Los Angeles. Spicer, Amlo/Jon, and Jack discuss the rise of shield dog, and have also wrassled up some mighty fine tournaments to review. Yee-haw, miltankboys. Now that just don't sound right... *spits in a can*Email: vgctspodcast@gmail.com Discord: https://discord.gg/X2TvyyjQBw2024-05-2351 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastRegulation GangstaSpicer/Spicer, Tony/Shinobi, and Jon/Amlo team up again in this one, broh. Don't even trip about Reg G cause you got us. Three of the players of all time. Yea, it's a Rick n Morty reference, get over it, broh.Email: vgctspodcast@gmail.comDiscord Link: https://discord.gg/X2TvyyjQBw2024-05-021h 10
VGC Trainers School PodcastDudes Discuss DortmundYo players! Back at it again, with Jon and Jack, this time discussing Dortmund regional. We talk usage stats, teams, and controversial politics, just kidding. We hope you enjoy!Question of the week: What is your secret sauce?Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comDiscord Link: https://discord.gg/X2TvyyjQBw2024-02-2341 min
VGC Trainers School Podcast2 Regionals 2 Furious: Knoxville and MelbourneHello everyone! Back again with the next episode to discuss 2 regionals from last weekend. We talk about the usage stats and teams from Knoxville and Melbourne. We compare and contrast the data from these regionals to try and get some more information about the meta. We hope you enjoy!Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.com Discord Link: https://discord.gg/X2TvyyjQBw2024-02-0853 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastA Wolfe in Giraffe's ClothingHey! For Episode 55 we take a look at the Charlotte Regional that took place over the weekend. And no better way to do it, then to chat with 2 guys who competed! We cover their teams and experiences as well as some of the usage rates and teams from the tournament. We hope you enjoy! Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.com Discord Link: https://discord.gg/X2TvyyjQBw2024-01-2558 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastA Wolfe in Giraffe's ClothingHey! For Episode 55 we take a look at the Charlotte Regional that took place over the weekend. And no better way to do it, then to chat with 2 guys who competed! We cover their teams and experiences as well as some of the usage rates and teams from the tournament. We hope you enjoy!Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.com Discord Link: https://discord.gg/X2TvyyjQBw2024-01-251h 08
VGC Trainers School PodcastPortland Poker-mon: 1st Reg F Regional!Hello everyone! Episode 54 and we caught up with 4 players from the recent Regional in Portland. Guest stars Sloth Diesel and Dante Horton talk to us about their experiences, team compositions, and other fun stuff. We hope you enjoy! Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comQuestion: What is your favorite team from Portland?Discord link: https://discord.gg/4cXD48Gv5U2024-01-121h 08
VGC Trainers School PodcastRegulation F is Underway!Regulation F is almost upon us and we are here to talk about some of the major grassroots online tournaments that have happened over the past couple weeks. We also get into some thoughts and predictions for what we'll see at this weekend's Portland Regional. Jake also has a book review? I don't know, it's been a while. We hope you enjoy!Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comQuestion: What are you excited to use for Regulation F or really any thoughts you have about it!Discord link: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqG2024-01-041h 12
VGC Trainers School PodcastThe King Has Returned: Indigo Disk ReviewHello! We are on the other side of the Indigo Disk release and we have a ton of stuff to talk about. There are some light spoilers in the episode about the story but it's fairly minimal. We talk about the recent San Antonio regional first and then dive into our thoughts and feelings on the newest DLC. We talk about our play through, some things we liked and didn't like, and of course talk about the new Pokemon that we finally got to play with. And yes, the king of VGC, Incineroar, has returned. We hope you enjoy!2023-12-191h 28
VGC Trainers School PodcastIt's DLC Week! Let's Get Hype for Indigo Disk!We're back after a little break in the action with a fun episode to get you excited for the release of the next DLC, the Indigo Disk! In this episode we discuss a little bit of Stuttgart as well as the 2nd place team from the recent Taipei Regional. Then we get into talking about some of the new Pokemon coming in the Indigo Disk that we believe will make a splash in the meta at the start of January. We have some codes for giveaways that you should get from Mystery Gift:Shiny Lucario: SH1NYBUDDY2023-12-131h 20
VGC Trainers School PodcastThe Kommo-o King: Brisbane and Gdansk ReviewWe have episode 50 for you all this week! We chat with Jack who is back from his Top-8 at the Brisbane Regional. Then we discuss and analyze Brisbane and Gdansk metas as a whole. We hope you enjoy!2023-11-291h 06
VGC Trainers School PodcastThe Shocking News About The Indigo Disk and LAICIt's episode 49 of the VGC Trainers School Podcast and we have a lot to cover. We were lucky enough to get a surprise drop of information about The Indigo Disk DLC from Serebii's hands-on preview of the next expansion for Scarlet and Violet. We talk about some of the new information we learned and ultimately are just really excited for what's to come. After that, we cover LAIC teams and results from the first IC of VGC 2024. We hope you enjoy and have a great holiday weekend if you celebrate Thanksgiving!Discord: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8...2023-11-221h 06
VGC Trainers School PodcastIt's Pronounced Passers. LAIC Predictions and PASRS 4.0 Release!Hello! Episode 48 of the VGC Trainers School Podcast features a very special guest of Josh aka Bauerdad, the creator of PASRS. We talk to him about the release of version 4.0 and why it's the next best tool for VGC. If you're not using it already, you should be! We also talk about the upcoming LAIC with some fun predictions. Check out our Discord to leave your predictions! We hope you enjoy.2023-11-181h 11
VGC Trainers School PodcastPortlandian VGCSKIP THIS EPISODE. Seriously it's the worst. Jake is tied up in my closet and Tony just leaves abruptly before discussing his top 2 Spear Pillar tour run. We also hear stories from the good old Lum Berry Beatdown boys from Portland: Cody Clark, Sloth Diesel, and Layn Sheppard2023-11-121h 06
VGC Trainers School PodcastH-Arcanine with the 4-Peat!Hey everyone! In this week's episode, Spicer and Jake talk about Spicer's Sacramento experience and also discuss some takeaways from the recent Toronto regional. We also briefly talk about some Halloween stuff. For this week, let us know what you did for Halloween this year! What did you dress up as or what did you do to celebrate the spooky season?Discord: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqGEmail: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.com2023-11-0350 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastLille Regional Review!Hey everyone! This week's episode features our review of the Lille Regional. We discuss some of the top teams as well as the meta Pokemon brought. Also, the Labmaus website is now live! Check it out at thelabmaus.com!2023-10-291h 05
VGC Trainers School PodcastSacramento Regional: Kommo-ohhhhh YeahhhhhhHey everyone! Welcome to our newest episode. This week we talk about the Sacramento Regional. If you want to check out the winning team, here is the PokePaste: https://pokepast.es/817fe2255720517fIf you are preparing for Lille, Toronto, or any of the upcoming tournaments, come join our Discord to get some great practice with stiff competition and also engage in great Pokémon conversations: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqGThanks for listening!2023-10-181h 01
VGC Trainers School PodcastJon and Tyler's Excellent Adventure in Peoria!Hello! This week's episode features a review of the Peoria Regional Championship by none other than two trainers who competed! Jon and Tyler break down their weekend in Peoria and also talk a little bit about Pokémon. We cover their individual battles, the meta from regional, and some spicy picks from top competitors. Regulation E is officially under way!Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comDiscord link: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqG2023-10-121h 25
VGC Trainers School PodcastPost-coast and Pre-PeoriaWe talk Beastcoast and Peoria over/unders. I didn't get a prompt again, so use this time to look to the person nearest you and kiss them, passionately, because life is short, baby.Question of the Episode: Have you ever had a dream that that you um you had you'd you would you could you do you wit you want you you could do so you you do you could you you want you want him to do you so much you could do anything?Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqG2023-10-0442 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastReviewing the Largest Regulation E Tournament EverOn this week’s episode we hope to get you ready for the Regulation E meta coming in just a couple of days. We start by reviewing our 400-person tournament from last weekend; The VGC Trainers School Open. We then compare these numbers to the Mickey LeMouseathon tournament that also took place last weekend. Also, Jake lost a game of hide and seek to a cat; skill issue. Question of the Episode: Which Ogerpon form do plan to use on your Regulation E team?Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqG2023-09-281h 09
VGC Trainers School PodcastDwayne "The Rock Mask" JohnsonIn this episode we briefly touch on Barcelona, discuss some recent poke tours, and discuss the first week of Reg E. I don't know what else to put because Jake didn't prepare anything for me and I don't get paid for this (-Spicer). You guys should join the tour on Saturday, though. I guess Wolfe will be playing and stuffEmail: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqGDLC 10 free herba mystica thing:https://x.com/kinglymajesty/status/1703949714578722914?s=12&t=R-MOHpjm7nn6YauLMqI3oA2023-09-221h 03
VGC Trainers School PodcastWhat's Behind the Teal Mask? 1st DLC Discussion!Hey! In this episode of the Podcast we talk about or time in Kitakami with the release and completion of The Teal Mask. There are some spoilers, so please be warned. We discuss the story and the new Pokemon we found in this first DLC for Scarlet and Violet. Please NoteWe had some technical difficulties while editing so to avoid losing the entire episode, this episode is a little less edited than normal. We will get back on schedule with Episode 41!Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqG2023-09-171h 34
VGC Trainers School PodcastThe Teal Mask Preview: Returning Pokémon ReviewHey! Thanks for checking back in after a couple weeks off. In this episode we break down the returning Pokémon for The Teal Mask. We are covering both those that have been officially confirmed per trailers and also those that have been datamined. This episode does not cover any of the new Pokémon as we don't have enough information just yet. We hope you enjoy!Discord link: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqGEmail: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.com2023-09-051h 04
VGC Trainers School PodcastDer Beste Giraffe in the World: World Championship and DLC Review!Yep, you read that right. For this week's episode we have 102 minutes of content for you. We cover the World Championships and also the DLC news. For the World Championships, we give our thoughts on the tournament as a whole as well as review the Top 8 teams. And with the DLC, we comment on the VGC-relevant news including new Pokémon, new abilities, new moves, and newly confirmed returning Pokémon. If you want to skip around, here are some important time stamps:News: 00:07:47World Championships: 00:16:05DLC: 01:22:46Also, if you want to try out the world champ's team, here is th...2023-08-161h 48
VGC Trainers School PodcastBack to the Lab for the World Championships!It's Episode 36 and our final episode before the World Championships! For this week we bring back Tim K. of Mauslab to share some excellent information on Pokemon usage and team compositions from the last 9 major online tournaments for Regulation D. We attempt to make sense of it all and predict the meta for the World Championships. We also do some predictions! We hope you enjoy.Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comDiscord link: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqG2023-08-091h 09
VGC Trainers School PodcastSomething, Something, GiraffeHey! In this week's episode, number 35, we break down the recent Nino's tournament as well as our own from the VGC Trainers School. We talk about the winning teams, the top teams, the meta that's developing, and even a tiny bit of Twitter vs Threads. We are also excited to talk about some very special news that we have coming soon! We hope you enjoy!Discord link: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqGEmail: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.com2023-08-011h 05
VGC Trainers School PodcastWhat to do if you're not going to WorldsFor this week's episode we talk about what we're doing instead of preparing for Worlds. None of us are attending, so how are we spending this time? We discuss things like how to maximize your time with getting better, taking a break, hanging out with the community, and other stuff. QOTD: How are you spending this time before Worlds? Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comDiscord link: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqG2023-07-2654 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastTaking a Tour of Reg D TournamentsIn this week's episode we talk about the prevalence of major and minor Regulation D tournaments. Our news segment lists several tournaments that you can check out this weekend. You can see the information for them below. After that, we discuss Nino Pokebros' 500+ tournament last weekend and what it means for the VGC meta. Last, we talk about tips and tricks for playing in an online tournament and how it's different than playing in person. We hope you enjoy!Nino's Friendly Fight: https://play.limitlesstcg.com/tournament/ff71/detailsSaltyDolphin's Little Cup Ladder Tour: Code - S4GWOLWide League: discord.gg...2023-07-201h 05
VGC Trainers School PodcastThe Road to Victory on Victory Road - Yokohama RecapHello! This episode we talk about the massive tournament hosted by Victory Road. With over 380 players, Victory Road to Yokohama was bigger than some regionals this season. It was our first big look at the possible World Championship meta for Regulation D. We look at the top 8 as well as some surprise teams from this tournament and others online. We hope you enjoy!Question: Are you planning to participate in any of the big online Regulation D tournaments coming up? If yes, let us know how it goes!Email: TrainersSchoolPodcast@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqG2023-07-141h 04
VGC Trainers School PodcastRegulation C You LaterIn this episode we formally say goodbye to Regulation C! We give our thoughts on the ruleset, discuss NAIC, and also give some tips on team building for Regulation D. It's a packed show so sit back and we hope you enjoy!Discord: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqGEmail: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.com Question: Please let us know what you're looking forward to using in Regulation D or what do you think about Regulation C!2023-07-061h 16
VGC Trainers School PodcastThe After School Special / Detention / Where is Jake?This week's episode is a very special one! Welcome to the VGC Trainers School: After School Special. Jake isn't here so we take over. We have a special surprise at the end that you'll definitely want to stick around for! We hope you enjoy your stay in Detention.Question: What Pokemon from the DLC trailer are you most excited for?Discord: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqGEmail: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comReg D Pastes to try: Evan's SunRoom Team feat. Charizardhttps://pokepast.es/fe5db8d24471c36cCHULA(z)https://pokepast.es/ad248a1fde720d3cTailwind Offense (boring)https://pokepast.es...2023-07-021h 05
VGC Trainers School PodcastRegulation D Statistical Analysis with LabMaus, CHULA, and Chat GPTWe finally have our analysis and review of Regulation D! We welcome in Tim K, the creator of LabMaus, to talk through some of the major grassroots Regulation D tournaments to analyze the meta. We review top Pokemon by usage, common cores to build with and against, and also some surprise items that are increasing in usage. If you're looking to get into Regulation D, this is the episode for you!Discord link: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqGEmail: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comQuestion: What Pokemon are you excited to use in Regulation D?2023-06-221h 04
VGC Trainers School PodcastFresno Review and NAIC Preview with one and only Nails!This is a very special episode in which we are joined by one of the greatest team builders in VGC history: Nick "Nails" Navarre. This week we break down Fresno and look ahead to NAIC. Be sure to check it out and see who Nails believes to be the best player in the world and "it's not even close."Discord: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqGEmail: vgctrainersschool@gmail.com2023-06-171h 06
VGC Trainers School PodcastMetronome, Milwaukee, and More!Hello! In this episode we cover a ton of news. Our discussion this week ranges from silent nerfs to the TPC Korean events to the Milwaukee regional. We hope you enjoy!Discord: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqGEmail: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.com Question of the Episode: What new Pokémon are you excited to use in Regulation D?2023-06-081h 08
VGC Trainers School PodcastHome Sweet Home! Our List of Impact Pokémon for VGCHello! It's the update that we've all been waiting for. In this episode we talk about the Pokémon Home update that allows us to bring some exciting old Pokémon into Scarlet and Violet. We discuss several of them and how they could fit into VGC. We hope you enjoy!Here is a link to the spreadsheet we were referring to that shows the added and removed moves from the Pokémon: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/17Q8URcZJJoXDuRUJ4S2_zDPBkgthO_ZQa2h1WgvUp_E/edit#gid=922502586Question of the episode: What Pokémon are you most interested in u...2023-05-311h 20
VGC Trainers School PodcastHome is Where the Hartford isWe are a quarter of the way to 100 episodes! This week Will and Jake talk with Jon about their experience at their first regional in Hartford, CT. We also talk with Oscar Princivalle, aka Swamp, the Malmo Regional champion. Discord: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqGEmail: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comQuestion: If you went to a regional, what was your first experience or most memorable?2023-05-241h 13
VGC Trainers School PodcastTalking Tournament Prep with MoxieBoosted!In this week's episode we are joined by the one and only MoxieBoosted to talk about preparing for and playing at a regional. With Hartford around the corner and still several more regionals and International Championships to be played, we talk about preparation, performance, and avoiding mind games. If you're planning to play an in-person tournament, you don't want to miss it!Question of the Episode: Are you planning to go to any of the remaining tournaments for the season?Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqG2023-05-1751 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastI'm more in the dark than I've ever been - Portland Regional RecapWhat happened in Portland? Where did all of the Palafin Balance teams go? Tony, Spicer, and I dive into their experiences in Portland as well as some of the top teams from the regional. A lot of new archetypes and cores to analyze and try. We hope you enjoy!Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.com Discord: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqG2023-05-1258 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastKeep Portland Balanced: Donuts, Bookstores, and PalafinsThis week we have Jack, Jon, Tony, and Jake on to talk about the recent Nino tournament, and a brand new spotlight team we hope you all try. We hope you enjoy!PokePaste: https://pokepast.es/bac027e1b83f1121Rental Team: GL7KQKDiscord: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqGEmail: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comQotD: What do you think about this team if you used it? Or, how was your Global Challenge 3 and/or Portland weekend?2023-05-041h 02
VGC Trainers School PodcastGlobal Challenge 2 Recap and Interview with SaltyDolphin!Hello! In this week's episode we talk about our experiences with the Global Challenge II, breakdown the Top-4 from our recent VGC Trainers School Tournament, and a very special interview with the one and only SaltyDolphin! It's a pretty full episode so sit back and relax. We hope you enjoy!QoTD: How did you do in the Global Challenge II? Did you perform better, worse, or about the same as the first one?Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqG2023-04-261h 26
VGC Trainers School PodcastIs Balance Best? EUIC Recap!In this week's episode we discuss the rise and possible dominance of Balance teams as we review and recap EUIC. Question of the week: Do you think Balance will continue to show well or will another team composition rise to the top?Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/Bkv9u8BqqG2023-04-201h 04
VGC Trainers School PodcastA Compendium of Cheese: The Global Challenge ExperienceIn this week's episode we talk about the Global Challenge IC and look ahead to the EUIC. The Bo1 ladder can be a dark and scary place.Email question: What kind of cheese did you see while playing in the Global Challenge?Discord: https://discord.gg/y7mP365y2023-04-1346 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastFissure? I barely know her! Regulation C is underwayIn the newest episode of the podcast we talk about the regionals in Sydney and Fort Wayne that kick off Regulation C. We also look back on the predictions from last episode. Discord: https://discord.gg/y7mP365yEmail: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.com2023-04-091h 02
VGC Trainers School PodcastRegulation C Preview and Tournament ReviewIn this week's episode we talk about the final Regulation B Regional, Charlotte, as well as preview the upcoming Regulation C ruleset by reviewing our recent community tournament. Join us on the Discord to make your votes for this week's Over/Under before Fort Wayne.Discord: https://discord.gg/6Re5aFRJ2023-03-301h 05
VGC Trainers School PodcastUtrecht Recap with Vancouver Champion Sempra! (and also Tony)In this episode we learn more about Sempra's experience before, during, and after winning the Vancouver Regional. We also breakdown the Top 4 teams from the Utrecht Special Event. We hope you enjoy!2023-03-2357 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastVancouver Regional Review and Interview with Nino PokeBros!Hello! In this episode we breakdown and analyze the recent Vancouver regional. Massive congratulations to Sempra! And also talk with Nino of PokeBros about his experiences in VGC, streaming, and tournament organizing. You definitely do not want to miss this one!QOTD: What are your burning questions heading into and preparing for Regulation C?Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/kdWcnMyqNino's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/ninopokebros2023-03-161h 08
VGC Trainers School PodcastPerth Regionals Recap and Predicting the Rest of Series 2On this episode of the podcast we recap Perth Regionals and try to predict if there will be any meta changes for the remaining weeks of Series 2. We also do some more fun Over/Unders for the upcoming regional in Vancouver. QOTD: Are there any meta changes you think we'll see for Series 2?Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/MUdhhshW2023-03-0958 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastPokémon Day, Knoxville, Bochum, and Series 3!In this week's episode we have a super packed schedule. We dig into Pokémon Day reveals, Knoxville and Bochum results, and learn about Regulation C. We hope you enjoy!Question of the Podcast: What do you think about Regulation C? Are you excited for the Ruin Quartet? Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/MUdhhshW2023-03-061h 03
VGC Trainers School PodcastOCIC Recap and Knoxville Predictions!In this episode we discuss the OCIC and look ahead to the next regional in Knoxville. We also talk a little about what we hope to see on Pokemon Day from the upcoming Pokemon Presents.QOTD: What is something you're hoping to see or have confirmed on Pokemon Day?Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/AxztgfB92023-02-2446 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastSeries 2 Teams and CoresIt's Episode 11 and we breakdown some of the popular and prevalent cores and teams of Series 2. We discuss our thoughts on the teams from playing them and playing against them. Credit to Cobalt, @furdmatt, and VGC Pastes for creating, translating, and publicizing this content.QOTD: What has been your favorite core to run in Series 2?Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/bcw2h2Nk2023-02-1657 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastOrlando Regional Review: The (Perish) Song of My PeopleWe are on Episode 10 of the VGC Trainers School Podcast! Join us as we discuss Orlando Regionals, review the Over/Under predictions we made, and talk about Perish Trap. We hope you enjoy!QOTD: Let us know your thoughts on Orlando! What stood out to you? Any fun stories you saw on Social Media or you experienced yourself?Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/Dst7tUQs2023-02-0859 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastOrlando Preview and PredictionsThe first Series 2 regional tournament is right around the corner! We spend this episode reviewing some recent online Series 2 tournaments to try and predict what the Orlando teams will look like. We also do some fun predictions in an "Over/Under" segment. We hope you enjoy!Question: What is a fun prediction you have for Orlando? A surprise Pokémon or team composition or something else.Email: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/VpDWwutT2023-01-3154 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastSeries 2: Catch these Iron HandsIt's Episode 8 of the VGC Trainers School Podcast and we're here to help get you ready for Series 2. We talk about results from major tournaments and how the meta is changing, some top threats to watch out for, and other things to know before February gets here with the new rules. Code for a free Ability Capsule: T0KUSE1STUDYLink to our VGC Trainers School Discord: https://discord.gg/3P8uQ8Tu2023-01-2458 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastRecapping San Diego Regionals and Looking ForwardEpisode 7 of the VGC Trainers School Podcast and we welcome in Spicer and Tony to regale us of their experiences competing at the San Diego Regional. We also talk about the tournament teams and what we think we'll see moving forward for the rest of Series 1. Mailbag: How has Series 1 changed since San Diego ended? Let us know at: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comAlso, join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/3P8uQ8Tu We host tournaments, set up practice battles, chat about the meta, and anything else Pokémon related you could want. 2023-01-1947 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastPikalytics and the Power of FriendshipOn today's show we discussed December's data on Pikalytics. We talk about usage stats for Pokemon, moves, items, etc., and what we think will change moving forward. We also talk to Tony and Spicer from San Diego Regional!Pikalytics link: https://pikalytics.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/M7NvbnQQEmail: trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.comQuestion of the Day: How do you think the meta will shift because of San Diego?2023-01-1957 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastPokémon in 2023! Looking ahead and setting our PokéResolutionsHappy New Year everyone! We are back from the holidays looking out into the new year. I'm joined by Tony and Tyler to talk about what we are both looking forward to and what we'd like to see in 2023. Also, we set some goals as our PokéResolutions that we want to achieve. Do you have any PokéResolutions for this year? Please let us know on the Discord (https://discord.gg/M7NvbnQQ) or via email at trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.com. 2023-01-0441 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastThe Tournament Experience! In-person and OnlineToday we sit down with 3 members of the VGC Trainers School community who recently participated in some tournaments. We learn about their experience in planning, playing, and making adjustments as they go.Let us know at trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.com what type of gym leader or gym team you would have!2022-12-1941 min
VGC Trainers School Podcast2023 VGC Rules and Tournament Meta EvolutionToday we discuss the new rules for VGC 2023 including the move to Open Team Sheet. We also talk about the current meta based on major tournament results and we predict where we see the meta going and how it will evolve. Let us know how you think the meta will evolve at trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.com.2022-12-1632 min
VGC Trainers School PodcastSeries 1 Rules and Team Building CoresToday we chat about the Series 1 Rules for VGC as well as some popular cores that you need to be aware of when team building of what you can use and what you need to prepare for. Email us your cores at trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.com.2022-12-1649 minVGC Trainers School PodcastWelcome to Gen 9 Competitive!Our first episode of the podcast we jump into the Gen 9 competitive format by looking at Terastallization, some Pokémon we think will perform well, and get to know our co-hosts a little bit. Join our Discord at VGC Trainers School or send us an email at trainersschoolpodcast@gmail.com.2022-12-0833 min