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PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast(Z-A SPOILERS) PCS-Mega-Meta-AnalysisAaron and Drew sit down this week to discuss the ZA megas, and the state of current standard moving towards the Lille regional.Thank you so much for tuning in!Want to play in our unique TCG League Challenges in the discord and monthly Patreon Raffles Check out the Patreon!Or feel free to join our Discord to hang out and chat with us!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepcspodcastTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/pcspodcastX: @PCS_PodThank you liking and leaving a review!
2025-10-231h 03PCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastThis weekend of Pokemon was ABSOLutely insaneAaron and Drew sit down this week to discuss the two regionals that happened in Brazil and MIlwaukee this past weekend. They discuss the evolution of the meta, Tord’s Secret Deck dominating results, before revealing the PCS Patreon League Announcement for Season 2.Thank you so much for tuning in!Want to play in our unique TCG League Challenges in the discord? Check out the Patreon!Or feel free to join our Discord to hang out and chat with us!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepcspodcastTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/pcspodcast
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PCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastWelcome to the four seasons, I mean season 4!Aaron and Drew sit down this week with a good old fashioned PCS Podcast episode!We go over recent reveals, the card spotlight of the week, and talk all things about what decks to be grinding if we were attending Frankfurt. We also feature some cards we’re excited about from the Mega Evolution set that releases (in the NA) at the end of the month.Thank you so much for tuning in!Want to play in our unique TCG League Challenges in the discord? Check out the Patreon!Check out our new season...
2025-09-041h 06
PCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastWrapping up the 2024/25 season with Aaron and DrewApologies for the audio issues, didn't really hear them during recording. oops! Aaron and Drew sit down this week to discuss their competitive and personal goals for this upcoming season. Find out what they have in store for themselves and the PCS Community. They also cover their normal non-meta card spotlight of the week, before closing out with their favorite moments and highlights of the Pokémon 24/25 TCG Season.Thank you so much for tuning in! Please consider liking the pod and leaving us a review.Want to play in our unique TCG League Challenges i...
2025-07-101h 11PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast3 Pokédads: Drew, Justin, and Aaron finally journey togetherSeason 3: Episode 38Aaron and Drew are back this week welcoming Justin, aka Pokébrews back to the show! They catch up with how things are going on in life and the Pokémon TCG. They discuss Justin’s new business venture, before diving into all the things happening in the PCS Community and their early takes on the Journey Together format and what decks they've been enjoying so far. Thank you so much for tuning in!Want to play in our unique TCG League Challenges in the discord? Check out the Patreon!Or feel fre...
2025-04-0350 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastGoodbye to the Swords and Shields pt. 1Aaron and Drew are back this week covering the latest news and happenings in the Pokémon and PCS Discord. They reveal an official sponsorship to help the PCS Community. Finally they go back and forth discussing cards they loathe and are happy to see rotate early April.Thank you so much for tuning in!Want to play in our unique TCG League Challenges in the discord? Check out the Patreon!Or feel free to join our Discord to hang out and chat with us!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepcspodcastTwitch: http...
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PCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastJourney Together set preview!Aaron and Drew are back this week to finally break down their thoughts of the Journey Together set. With rotation coming alongside this set release, they will peer into the future of where the meta will shift. They also cover the news from Pokémon Day and all the happenings in the PCS Discord Community.Introductions - 0:00Pokénews - 6:07Card Spotlight of the Week - 14:52PCS Updates - 18:24Main Topic - Journey Together! - 21:05Outro - 1:11:16Thank you so much for tuning in!Want to play in our unique TCG Le...
2025-03-061h 13
PCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastThe "GG" must stand for "Good Generators"In this episode Aaron and Drew talk about some new product that maybe stores will have in the future (haha). We talk about some results in our discord/patreon exclusive events. And lastly we break down the results from the first tournament in our new format!0:00 Intro4:34 Product announcements13:06 Card spotlight16:34 PCS updates24:19 Merida results51:00 Mostly outrosWant to play in our unique TCG League Challenges in the discord? Check out thePatreon!Or feel free to join ourDiscord to hang out...
2025-02-1353 minPCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastHomebrew non-meta challenge with Drew and Aaron!Season 3: Episode 26
Aaron is back with Drew again this week, but rather than be like every other Pokémon podcast talking about the same meta, they catch up quick and get straight into a challenge they put together.
The focus was using non-meta decks and limit themselves to mostly using cards from Scarlet and Violet.
It's a matchup of Decidueye ex vs Garchomp ex!
Thank you so much for tuning in!
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2025-01-061h 07PCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastCharizard Reigns Supreme in Germany - plus a new but old host is back?Season 3: Episode 22
Aaron is flying solo this week, but former co-creator of the PCS Podcast Drew joins the show. We spend time getting caught up with Drew and his life before covering all things in Stuttgart, Germany where Charizard ex wins another regional. They go over a few of the top performing decks before discussing the carousel of the meta.
Lastly we go over some of the art reveals for the Prismatic Evolutions set month and both are thankful of seeing meta relevant cards being re-printed.
Thank you so much for tuning in!
2024-12-031h 10PCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastLAIC Predictions, Money Glitches, and TCG Pocket thoughtsSeason 3: Episode 19
Aaron and Michael are back this week previewing the Latin America International Championships (LAIC). They discuss an update to the handbook on minimum points threshold for Day in TCG. Then finally beg listeners to not fear missing out on Prismatic Evolutions.
Thank you so much for tuning in!
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2024-11-121h 112024-11-0710 minPCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastOur Favorite Cards from Surging Sparks! Plus Card Stonks!Season 3: Episode 18
Aaron and Michael are back again and with no major tournament last week, they look ahead to their favorite cards from Surging Sparks that releases November 8th. They then share their thoughts on some “forgotten” cards in the meta that might be worth looking at your bulk to make sure you have a play set. They finish off the episode with their favorite picks at the Gdańsk Regional in Poland.
Thank you so much for tuning in!
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2024-10-291h 25PCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastParty on Wayne! Regidrago gets the W! Lille 2024 RecapSeason 3: Episode 17
Aaron and Michael are back this week to cover the Lille Regional in France and the top 8 decks! Aaron celebrates the Regidrago Vstar win in style! They also cover some more reveals of what’s to come, before covering all events in the PCS Discord.
Thank you so much for tuning in!
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2024-10-2155 minPCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastA PCS weekend in Bourbon City - Louisville 2024 RecapSeason 3: Episode 16
Aaron and Michael are back to go over the Louisville Regional where Raging Bolt ex was the winner! The PCS Discord had a big representation in Kentucky this weekend and Aaron recaps his run to win and in, where he ultimately fell short. They cover on the new structure rearing its ugly head this weekend. Then they close out on how the rest of the crew performed at Louisville.
Thank you so much for tuning in!
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2024-10-151h 30PCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastLouisville Meta DiscussionSeason 3: Episode 15
Aaron and Michael are reunited once again for a deep dive into the upcoming Louisville Regional. We create a tier list and talk about what we believe the best performing decks will be. We cover most played, best performing, and what to expect as a sneaky pick (hint pack your Canceling Cologne!)
Thank you so much for tuning in!
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2024-10-081h 16PCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastA double regional weekend extravaganza!Season 3: Episode 14
Aaron is back and captaining the plane solo this week going over the top performing decks from Dortmund and Joinville! We saw Dragapult ex and Lugia Vstar take home the wins at the events. He then goes over what the meta looked like in day 1 and day 2 at Dortmund, and then look at some of new deck archetype lists. We close out rounding out everyone on the PCS latest news.
We apologize in advance in doing audio only this week, but we’ll be back in full spirits next week with our normal banter!
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2024-10-0134 minPCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastStellar Crown Is Here! Exploring the Early Days of the New FormatSeason 3: Episode 13
Aaron and Michael are back to discuss the early thoughts on the new and diverse meta Stellar Crown provides. They review some of the bigger online tournaments and early meta indicators. They also check in on the Japan Tokyo Champions League and discuss some big card reveals!
Thank you so much for tuning in!
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2024-09-231h 12PCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastGardevoir Embraces Change & Blasts the Competition in the (Bravery) Charm City: Baltimore 2024 RecapSeason 3: Episode 12
Aaron and Michael dive into the first regional of the season in Baltimore and the shocking result of Henry Chao’s Gardevoir ex deck. Michael recaps of his tournament experience, before they go over some of the top performing decks. They discuss all the high and lows of the event, and catch up on all things PCS!
Thank you so much for tuning in!
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2024-09-171h 22PCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastBaltimore Meta discussion with Jesse Parker!Season 3: Episode 11
Aaron and Michael are joined this week by Worlds Top 4 competitor Jesse Parker! With the first regional of the season this week in Baltimore, we quiz Jesse on meta calls and what decks to be prepared to play against the most. He also helps us put together a tier list for the Baltimore Regional.
Thank you so much for tuning in!
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2024-09-101h 13PCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastSo You Want to Make Day 2 at Your Next Major? Developing a Winning Mentality w/ Dre Alderette (King Dre C1out)Season 3: Episode 10
Aaron and Michael are joined by a special guest host in King Dre! With the Baltimore Regional just around the corner, Dre helps us deep dive into making your first Day 2!
As an upstanding player in the community, Dre helps cover the wide range of topics to help you strategize into making your first Day 2!
He dives into the best way to play-test, deck choice selections, keeping your mental game strong, plus so much more! It’s nearly a free-coaching consultation for ev...
2024-09-021h 28PCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastUpdates to the Championship Circuit, More Card Reveals, and Surging Sparks Updates!Season 3: Episode 9
Aaron and Michael are back this week discussing the announcements to the Pokémon Competitive Circuit, Surging Sparks Card Reveals, and much more!
Last Thursday, Pokémon released a major announcement tweaking how to qualify for the World Championships and we discuss the positive changes it brings. We cover the latest Gym Leader Challenge (GLC) official bans starting September 1st. Lastly we spend time and have fun looking ahead to the Surging Sparks reveals for the official release date of November 8th.
We...
2024-08-271h 18PCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastThe Pokémon 2024 World Championships RecapSeason 3: Episode 8
Aaron and Michael are back this week with the 2024 Pokémon World Championships in the review.
On this week's episode, we talk about all of the pre-worlds activities that competitors and spectators got into, the 2024 World's Meta share, the exciting post-World's announcements, and of course the biggest drama to hit the competitive Pokémon TCG scene from this weekend's big event.
It's a jam packed episode so we appreciate you tuning in!
Please stay with us as we...
2024-08-201h 35PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast2 Pokédads talking about the revolutionAaron is back to launch season 3 of the PCS Podcast. It's a jam packed episode talking all things with the re-structure to the 2024-2025 Pokémon season and qualification criteria.
He is joined by Drew as they talk discuss the good, the bad, and the in-between. They give their thoughts on what they're most excited to watch unfold this season.
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2024-07-111h 37PCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastPCS League Challenge S2 Conquest Edition Update*Drew updates the audio world on the PCS League Challenge Season 2. Happy 4th of July! If you’d like to join our tournaments or just be a part of the conversation hit up these two links! PATREON: patreon.com/PCSPodcast DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hsnyTTJ5QN
2024-07-0502 minPCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast30-PCS 2024 - 7 time regional champion Michael Pramawat joins the show!Aaron is joined by a legendary figure in the game with 7 Regional wins, and a very recognizable name in Michael Pramawat. Aaron drills him with some questions of his favorite deck, ability, and color sleeve of choice. We recap his season, and have a free insight into his Dragapult ex deck and what was covered in his sold-out Metafy Masterclass. Fun guest and interview for you to listen to!
https://metafy.gg/@pram
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2024-06-281h 25PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast29-PCS 2024 - Gust of Wind Crossover with St00ben and Gazerbeam2k!Aaron is joined by St00ben and Gazerbeam2k from the Gust of Wind! Podcast. It's a fun and entertaining crossover you don't want to miss out on.
Topics include their thoughts of New Orleans, the 23-24 Season, highlights and so much more! It's a fun and hilarious listen.
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2024-06-181h 18PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast27-PCS 2024 All things NAIC!Aaron was able to find enough time to get out a quick meta discussion of what he expects the top 6 decks to be at NAIC and where his thoughts are for this massive event (over 3200 players in Masters alone).
He spends time going over informational items of when the stream is, side events schedule, and where to find him at NAIC this week.
He lastly thanks everyone that is signed up for the new Patreon and reminder of the Season 2 League Challenge Conquest format.
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2024-06-0420 minPCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast26-PCS-2024 - Los Angeles Recap & what we appreciate with Twilight MasqeueradeAaron is joined by a familiar voice in Drew as we look at the LA Regional top 8 decks, meta share, and putting a bow on Temporal Forces Meta in North America.
We discuss what we've been playing with Twilight Masquerade and some early meta share thoughts.
We finish up with what AceSpecs from the new set and where they could be featured.
Thanks for listening ***We are aware of some audio issues with Drew and will be working on resolving that next episode***
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2024-05-271h 03PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast25-PCS 2024 - The Gym Leader Challenge Megapod with Jeff BaischAaron takes a step away from Pokémon's standard format and jumps into a deep dive of the Gym Leader Challenge format (GLC). He welcomes Jeff Baisch who helps brings the knowledge needed for this topic!
We discuss the differences vs Standard format, how the GLC community is building, and resources to use for your first venture in this alternative format.
The Gym Leader Types:
Psychic
Water
Fire
Electric
Colorless
Grass
Dragon
Metal
Dark
Fighting
2024-05-222h 42PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast24-PCS 2024 - Shai Burton joins the show to recap Stockholm!We're back with a firecracker of a co-host in broadcaster Shai Burton! We talk his upbringing in the Pokemon community and how he got his start. We talk Stockholm Regional results, and what he's most excited for in Twilight Masquerade. (Dialga fans keep a close listen)
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2024-05-1752 minPCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast23 - PCS2024 - The Lord of Time Dialga VStar takes down Indy!Aaron is back to discuss a favorite VStar winning Indianapolis.
The Champions League in Sapporo Japan was also discussed which is a glimpse into archetypes in Twilight Masquerade.
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Day 2 of Champions League Sapporo Official Stream
2024-05-1023 minPCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast22 - PCS 2024 - Twilight Masquerade Pokémon!Aaron and Drew are back covering all the Pokémon we're excited for with the release of Twilight Masquerade.
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2024-05-041h 02PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast21 - PCS 2021 - Twilight Masquerade Trainers and Ace Specs!Aaron is joined by Drew and we talk our favorite Trainers and AceSpecs from Twilight Masquerade in part 1.
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2024-04-2852 minPCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast20 - PCS 2024 The PrimeTime InterviewWe have a very special episode where we talk to
Juancho Saldana (aka PrimeTimeWizard) to hear his backstory, his travels, and our love for the game. We hope you enjoy this as much as we had fun recording it!
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2024-04-2054 minPCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast19 - PCS 2024 Orlando Recap with 2 community membersAaron is joined by PokeBrews and Carlos who both represented the PCS community and played in Orlando.
Hear their deck choices, how the event played out, and a look at standout decks.
We also discuss our Webcam/Live League tournament for the next 6 weeks!
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2024-04-1755 minPCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast18 - PCS 2024 - EUIC Recap, Orlando Meta, and more!Aaron is joined by @PokeEmmi_ and Drew to recap EUIC, which featured Tord winning his 5th International Tournament. Emmi shares what deck she chose and how the event was. We look ahead at the quick turnaround to Orlando and what we'd play!
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2024-04-1150 minPCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast17 - PCS 2024 EUIC Thoughts with PokeBrews!Aaron is back with with one and only PokeBrews! We catch on how he's been, and all EUIC talk for decks and cards we'd invest in before the tournament!
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2024-04-0357 minPCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast16-2024 PCS - Fun Cards and Decks from Temporal ForcesAaron is back with Drew joining him to talk Vancouver Regionals, what we're having fun with most from Temporal Forces so far, and what Gym Leader we'd be in the TCG.
Hope everyone is having fun with Temporal Forces!
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2024-03-2955 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast15 - PCS 2024 New format, new host??In this episode Drew and.... *checks notes* Aaron? Talk about what is in store for the PCS Podcast going forward. We reminisce on some old card and look forward to some new ones and make some predictions for Vancouver! Hope everyone is enjoying Temporal Forces!!!
2024-03-221h 24
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast14 - PCS 2024 Results from a format coming to a TCG near youIn this episode the squad FINALLY gets to talk about a new format!
linktr.ee/pokebrews
linktr.ee/katanatcg
DarkBearDojo @ anywhere you do things
2024-02-241h 06
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast13 - PCS 2024 Knoxville ReviewThis episode the squad talks about Knoxville and how one of our own did at the event! Then we break down a new deck in the next format TROPIC THUNDER. And finish the episode with a listener question! Enjoy!
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DARKBEARDOJO ANYWHERE
2024-02-091h 33
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast12 - PCS 2024 Charlotte Regional ReviewIn this unfortunately Brew-less episode, Drew and Nick break down the results from the biggest regional event so far! The squad finally gets to talk about some of the new cards that will be featured in our March set "Temporal Forces". Then they wrap up the show with predictions for Liverpool! Enjoy!
https://linktr.ee/katanatcg
https://linktr.ee/pokebrews
https://www.youtube.com/@DarkBearDojo
2024-01-251h 19
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast11 - PCS 2024 Charlotte Preview.... Kinda?In this shorter episode the squad gives their takes on some decks approaching the Charlotte Regional and then Drew acts as a bandaid to salvage the rest. Enjoy?
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linktr.ee/pokebrews
darkbeardojo @ anywhere in the social space pertaining to pokemon (youtube, twitter, instagram, etc.)
2024-01-1939 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast10 - PCS 2024 Portland Regional Review
Drew is back! We all go over the Portland Regional Results as a big happy family. The pod also dives into a very abbreviated metashare study around Giratina VSTAR so that we can give our takes on the Ace Spec cards that are being released on March 22nd! And following that we touch briefly on the ANNOUNCED rotation date. Then wrap the show up with some predictions for Charlotte! Enjoy!
LINKS!
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Linktr.ee/katanatcg
Linktr.ee/pokebrews
youtube.com/darkbeardojo
2024-01-121h 26
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast9 - PCS 2024 San Antonio ReviewIn this episode Justin and Mr. Dojo go over the results from the San Antonio regional, recap some fun things from 2023, and sign off for the holiday break! See you in 2024!
LINKS
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https://www.youtube.com/@DarkBearDojo
2023-12-2159 minPCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast8 - PCS 2024 LAIC ReviewIn this Episode Justin (Pokebrews) and Nick (Dark Bear Dojo) review the Latin American International Championship. They also briefly discuss the new meta now that in person tournaments are happening. We briefly touch on some controversy from LAIC, and then finish off the episode with some new card reveals.
2023-11-221h 17PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast7 - PCS 2024 Enter the ParadoxIn this episode Justin and Nick review the first online "Regional" with Paradox Rift and other events. They also talk about the current metashare study (provided by Justinbasil) and go over some new carts and potential decks. Lastly, they wrap up the pod with their predicitions for LAIC.
2023-11-181h 14
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast6 - PCS 2024 Lille ReviewIn this episode Nick, Justin, and Drew go over the Lille Regional Results! Then we picked some cards releasing in Paradox Rift to talk about. Then we follow it up with a tough question and finish the pod with our predictions for Toronto
2023-10-241h 27
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast5 - PCS 2024 Sacramento ReviewIn this episode Nick and Justin go over the Sacramento Regional Championships! The pod also briefly discusses ties and where they stand in the current format and we get a sneak peek at Dark Bear Dojo!
2023-10-191h 07
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast4 - PCS 2024 Peoria ReviewIn this episode Drew and Nick go over the results of the 2023 Peoria Regional. We discuss the field and how 151 may or may not have impacted it, and Nick shares his thoughts on a specific breakfast food.
LINKS!
linktr.ee/pcspodcast
https://www.youtube.com/c/NinecardTCG
https://twitter.com/ninecardtcg
2023-10-1155 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast3 - PCS 2024 Nick's First DayIn this episode Drew, Justin and NICK?! Talk about the zard regional, the Van Gogh madness, and give our thoughts on the meta coming into Peoria.
LINKS!
linktr.ee/pcspodcast
https://www.youtube.com/c/NinecardTCG
https://twitter.com/ninecardtcg
2023-10-0453 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast2 - PCS 2024 Pokemon 151In this shorter episode, Justin and Drew talk briefly about the Barcelona SPE, dive into our current meta, then expand on some cards releasing this Friday with Pokemon 151!
Links!
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2023-09-2051 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast1 - PCS 2024 Pittsburgh ReviewFirst episode of season 2 and were talking about the Pittsburgh Review and the meta following the event. Is Miraidon a real deck? And did tpci just destroy the standard format with some new cards? Find out in this episode!!!
links!
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2023-09-131h 01
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast40 - PCS 2023 Pittsburgh PreviewIn this episode we talk about what the meta looks like coming into our first event of the season. Justin and I also reflect on the previous season and talk about our favorite moments. Then we wrap the show up with predictions for Pittsburgh. We'll see ya'll after the event for Season 2!
lllliiiinnnnkkkkssss VVV
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2023-09-0545 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast39 - PCS 2023 TPCI did somethingIn this episode Drew and Brew's break down the current meta. Talk about ICs or the lack thereof... And some changes to the prize structure at Regional events!
links
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2023-08-3053 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast38 - PCS 2023 Early Raging Surf Review?In this episode Justin and Drew give their takes on the OBF Metashare Study and talk about some questionable cards from Raging Surf that will be a portion of our Paradox Rift set in the future!
liiiiiiiiinks VVV
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2023-08-221h 08
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast37 - PCS 2023 World Championship ReviewThe 2023 Pokemon Championship Series has concluded in an exciting fashion, and Justin and I provide you all of the details and much much more. Enjoy!
Links!
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2023-08-161h 30
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast36 - PCS 2023 Obsidian Flames Set ReviewDrew and Justin break down some notable cards from the new tcg expansion, Obsidian Flames!
LINKS!
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2023-08-121h 20
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast35 - PCS 2023 GirlPowerTCGIn this episode PokeEmmi joins us and tells us about the power of women in the competitive pokemon scene and her team, GirlPowerTCG!
We also discuss the worlds meta and the new structure for next years worlds!
2023-08-011h 28
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast34 - PCS 2023 Just In the nick of BasilIn this weeks episode JustinBrews and JustInBasil break down the meta from the Asia open, talk about some news regarding Obsidian Flames, and then we break the news that JustInBasil's name isn't Justin during this weeks interview with none other than the proxy god themselves: JustInBasil.
LINKS!
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Justinbasil.com
2023-07-2655 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast33 - PCS 2023 PCS x TSSIn this episode we learn about Pokemon teams from the best in the business! PJ Witusik and Josh Frink from The Shuffle Squad in this episode and give us the ins and outs of the team. And prepare YOU to be the next member of TSS! Plus! Some other stuff!
LINKS!
https://twitter.com/TheShuffleSquad
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2023-07-1954 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast32 - PCS 2023 Dre-oxys TakeoverThe PCS podcast rides without Justin while he recovers! Drew and Dre aka Dre-oxys aka King Dre aka C1outTCG talk about the meta, and Drew hits Dre with some hard hitting questions. The two talk about a new card from Obsidian Flames. Then we discuss a little bit about ability markers. Check out Dre in the links below!
Dre:
https://metafy.gg/@kingdrec1out/ongoing
https://twitter.com/kingdrec1out
https://www.youtube.com/@c1outtcg669
PCS:
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2023-07-1132 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast31 - PCS 2023 NAIC ReviewJustin and Drew break down the results from the largest Pokemon TCG event so far!
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2023-07-0637 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast30 - PCS 2023 Singapore Championships ReviewIn this episode we discuss:
The Singapore Championships
The state of the PDE meta in terms of online events
(PTCGL STINKS)
Brief Card(s) Spotlight
(PTCGL STILL STINKS)
Last chance for players to attend NAIC
(PTCGL STILL BE STINKIN)
We talk about how every day Justin be shufflin'
We update everyone about our Discord "locals" and how to play on webcam because..
(PTCGL IS BAD)
2023-06-2044 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast29 - PCS 2023 Fresno, Johannesburg, and Malaysia ReviewIn this episode we go over:
The Fresno Regional, Johannesburg SPE, and Malaysia Championship.
We talk about the Japan Championships and how that might influence NAIC.
Drew talks about meeting Aaron, RC, and Oscar and partying with them in Fresno.
Fairy maybe comes back????
Justin uses 10000 Rattata to defend himself from other Pokemon.
And we what wins NAIC!
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2023-06-131h 10
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast28 - PCS 2023 ... we review a lot of tournament results.. enjoy!In this episode's Results Recap we go over Milwaukee, Thailand, Taiwan, Torino, Santiago, and Lima Pokemon championships/regionals/SPE etc.
We get to talk a little bit about the next format "Paldea Evolved" during the Metashare Study.
There's a Hot Topic about prizing being adjusted last minute.
Some excellent News regarding Worlds, and some tragic news regarding PTCGO.. but we knew it was gonna happen eventually..
Justin threatens to eat your favorite Pokemon during the Listener Question.
And we give our predictions for the upcoming Fresno Regional.
2023-06-061h 02
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast27 - PCS 2023 Hartford and Malmo ReviewTRIGGER WARNING
This episode features a discussion about anti-semetism, nazi's, the holocaust, and symbols such as swastikas. Listeners please be advised.
This weeks episode consists of:
Results recap: Hartford and Malmo Review
Metashare Study: How the event has evolved our current meta
Not-so-Hot Topic: A sensitive discussion about the Rowen Stavenow Swastika scandal, Oliver Barnette's Cheating scandal, and some scary harassment taking place in Hartford.
News: NIAC registrations
Listener Question: Aaron/Vendors
Predictions for Lima SPE, Thailand Champs, and Taiwan...
2023-05-231h 02
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast26 - PCS 2023 Bogota, Philippines, and Indonesia Championships ReviewIn this episode Justin and Drew go over some results from the Bogota SPE, and the Philippines and Indonesia Championship results. There's a brief metashare study. Then the crew talks about a ton of new cards from Pokemon 151!
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2023-05-161h 11
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast25 - PCS 2023 Portland, Sao Paulo, and Singapore ReviewDrew and Justin break down the results from the Porland, Sao Paulo, and Signapore regional results. Then talk briefly about the tiers in which specific decks reside after this weeks events. Drew talks about the deck he played in Portland. There's a quick rundown about how a specific tournament organizing group likes to run things. Followed up with another listener question. Finally, the crew wraps up the show with predictions for Hartford, and Malmo regionals!
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2023-05-091h 00
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast24 - PCS 2023 Portland Regional PreviewJustin (pokebrews) and Drew (KatanaTCG) dive into the meta coming into the Portland Regional. During the metashare study the squad talks about current decks and send some hopium into the world about some decks that might see some spotlight this weekend. There's a discussion about some Leagues and Cups, a really cool card that helps BASICally any deck, and then predictions are made for the Portland Regional!
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2023-05-0246 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast23 - PCS 2023 EUIC ReviewDrew and Justin talk about Alex GETTING THAT W. Then dive into a discussion about the format. There's a short discussion about a squirrel, and then wrap the episode up with a listener question.
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2023-04-1945 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast22 - PCS 2023 NEW FORMAT "Preview"Justin and Drew do their best to place decks in their respective spots in the new format. Then the cast highlights some cards from SV base set. Justin and Drew give some takes on some new cards from Clay Burst and Snow Hazard. Then we both agree on Bulbasaur being the supreme starter. And wrap the show up with predictions for EUIC.
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2023-04-111h 16
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast21 - PCS 2023 Charlotte, Ft. Wayne, and Sydney ReviewIn this very long episode, Drew and Justin dive into the results from Charlotte, Ft. Wayne, and Sydney regionals. Then touch briefly on a touchy judge related subject. Followed by a ton of news regarding some new cards and the return of one of local Pokemon's greatest features. And wrap up the show with some heart felt goodbyes to some of the best early SWSH cards that are rotating.
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2023-04-041h 32
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast20 - PCS 2023 Utrecht ReviewIn this episode Justin and Drew go over the results of the Utrecht Special Event during the Results Recap. The guys dive into a quick Metashare Study about where we are in the Lugia cycle. They discuss some brand new and incredibly viable cards during the News. Then follow up with a Listener Question about what to do with all of your rotating cards. Then they wrap up the show with predictions for the Charlotte Regional.
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2023-03-211h 06
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast19 - PCS 2023 Vancouver and Natal Review (feat. VolcanTurtleTCG)In this episode Drew, Justin, and VolcanTurtleTCG break down the results from the Vancouver and Natal Regional Championships. We throw an interview at our new friend and guest VolcanTurtleTCG. We go over some things that transpired in Vancouver regarding what judges should do and what they absolutely should NOT do. We discuss a tcg accessory brand's public apology for some sleeve issues. And we wrap the show up with predictions for the Netherland's special event!
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2023-03-1353 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast18 - PCS 2023 Perth Review (feat. Controlled Chaos Gaming)Drew, Justin, Matt, and Andy go over the results from Perth Regional. Discuss note taking in the TCG. And then we learn about webcam games and the content that Matt and Andy are creating over at Controlled Chaos Gaming.
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2023-03-071h 08
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast17 - PCS 2023 Knoxville and Bochum ReviewIn this episode Drew and Justin go over the Knoxville and Bochum Regionals during the Results Recap. Drew rambles about the absence of M2VU during the Metashare Study. The pod gets "judged" during the Card Spotlight. And because it's Pokemon Day (upon recording that is) we take a look at a survey that our listeners filled out in place of the Listener Question. Then the show gets rapped up with predictions for the upcoming Perth Regional!
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2023-02-2756 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast16 - PCS 2023 OCIC ReviewDrew and Justin take a gander at the results from the Oceania International Championships. Drew struggles with words all episode long, while the PCS staff mulls over the Results Recap regarding OCIC. There's also a Metashare Study where Drew believes there's a new BDIF. During the Card Spotlight there's a world champion card in question. There's some hot off the press News. And Oscar asked some hard hitting questions about a new tool card CRZ gave us, and how it impacts this and the next format during the Listener Question. Then the gang wraps the show up with predictions...
2023-02-221h 02
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast15 - PCS 2023 Drew Went On A VacationIn this tweener episode the boys talk about some overseas meta game during the Metashare Study. Isaiah Bradner is the topic of discussion during the Player Profile. We talk about the importance of the Serena supporter in the Card Spotlight. We touch on some new cards from Triple Beat during the News. Then answer a Listener Question and that's basically it! Enjoy!
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2023-02-1452 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast14 - PCS 2023 Orlando ReviewJustin competed at the Orlando Regional! We talk about what won, some decks played, what deck Justin brought to Orlando and his matchups in our Results Recap. Then we dive into the top 16 and what stage of the TCG meta were in and discuss briefly what we should be looking forward to at OCIC During the Metashare Study. We clean up the playing field while discussing the merit behind "Lost Vacuum" in our Card Spotlight. We talk a little bit about ourselves during our Listener Question. And wrap up the show with our predictions for OCIC!
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2023-02-081h 15
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast12 - PCS 2023 Orlando PrepIn this *tweener* episode Justin and Drew talk a little bit about prepping for Orlando during our Metashare Study and how to pick a deck. (Spoiler: everything we talked about was inconclusive and in no way did we point at one deck that will win) We talk about a fantastic card in our standard format during our Card Spotlight. We touch on some not so keen news regarding SV2. We answer several questions from our listeners and congratulate one of our discord members for winning ANOTHER PCS "local" event! We stand firm with our predictions for Orlando and thats...
2023-01-301h 16
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast12 - PCS 2023 Liverpool ReviewIn this episode Justin and Drew go over the results from the Liverpool, England Regional tournament during the Results Recap. We go over the way the top 16 meta shook out in our Metashare Study. We speculate on some News regarding Japanese S/V set releases. We get to answer a wonderful Listener Question that really sparked a fun conversation. We updated our Patreon and disclose the details during this episode. And we wrap up the episode with our predictions for the upcoming Orlando, FL Regional taking place next month!
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2023-01-241h 00
PCS - A Pokémon TCG PodcastPCS BONUS EPISODE Feat. NinecardtcgIn this episode Nick from NinecardTCG, Justin (@pokebrews), and Drew (@KatanaTCG) talk about some new cards coming out in Crown Zenith this Friday during our Metashare Study. We get to know a little bit about ol' Ninecard in our Player Profile. Then we hone in on an incredibly versatile card, in the form of Radiant Greninja in our Card Spotlight. We learn how not to get item locked in our Listener Question of the week. And wrap things up by making Nick make some difficult choices when it comes to what deck is going to win Liverpool Regional at...
2023-01-161h 23
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast11 - PCS 2023 San Diego ReviewDrew (@KatanaTCG) and Justin (@pokebrews) review the results from the San Diego, CA regional. We dive into our Inked Gaming powered Metashare Study. Talk about Cross Switcher in our Card Spotlight. We then answer a question from a listener on twitter. We have some updates for our beloved Patreon, and finish the show off with our predictions for the next regional in Liverpool!
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2023-01-1038 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast10 - PCS 2023 Arlington & Asia Open ReviewDrew (@KatanaTCG) and Justin (@pokebrews) go over the results from the Arlington Regional as well as a little bit of the Asia Open. Touch base on the classic Metashare Study. We get back to the Player Profile discussing Stephane Ivanoff. We jump back into the Card Spotlight where we talk about the highly sought-after Forest Seal Stone. We answer a listener question and wrap the show up with our predictions for the upcoming San Diego, CA regional.
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2022-12-2258 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast09 - PCS 2023 Kyoto Championship League and Tainan Regional LeagueJustin (@pokebrews) and Drew (@KatanaTCG) briefly touch on two very large events that happened in Japan and Taiwan. Discuss the state of the game during our "Metashare Study" Talk about a TON of exciting news coming to our standard format. (New cards, errata, rotation, etc.) And wrap it up with a listener question!
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2022-12-1359 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast08 - 2023 Brisbane, Stuttgart, and Toronto Regional Championships ReviewJustin and Drew dive into the Regional results from Brisbane, Stuttgart, and Toronto. Because of how much there was to talk about in terms of events, they pause the "Player Profile" and "Card Spotlight" sections of the podcast for the week. Then dive into a short Metashare Study, and finish off the episode with a listener question, plus predictions for Arlington, TX!
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2022-12-0652 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast07 - PCS 2023 Latin America International Championship RecapThis episode Brews and Drew recap LAIC, debut 3 new topics: Player Profile, Metashare Study, and Card Spotlight. We congratulate the winner of our T-Shirt Giveaway and answer another question from the listeners! Join in!
Twitter: https://twitter.com/PCS_Pod
Patreon: patreon.com/PCSPodcast
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2022-11-291h 00
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast06 - PCS 2023 Warsaw, Poland Regionals RecapDrew and Justin are back with a new episode of Pokemon Champion Series! We discuss the results of Warsaw Regionals and looking forward.
2022-11-1755 min
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast05 - PCS 2023 Lille Regionals RecapDrew and Justin are back with a new episode of Pokemon Champion Series! We discuss how Lugia in Silver Tempest is doing in Japan and the results of Lille Regionals.
2022-10-261h 05
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast04 - PCS 2023 Salt Lake RecapThe meta is still constantly changing and evolving, and they boys give their insight in to what happened in Salt Lake. The event again was well received by the community, the Regi had a massive impact on the meta. Drew and Justin share their thoughts and more on this weeks Pokémon Championship Series.
2022-10-201h 01
PCS - A Pokémon TCG Podcast03 - PCS 2023 Peoria IL RecapPeoria Regionals this past weekend was a STANDING success of over 1,000 players! The event was well received by the community, the new set had a massive impact on the meta, and the format still has a long way to explore! Drew and Justin share their thoughts and more on this weeks Pokémon Championship Series.
2022-10-0625 min
Bits & PCsBits & PCs - Episode 131 - Star Wars Ep VII SpoilercastJon and Beasty discuss Star Wars Episode VII. Spoilers aplenty. You have been warned.
2015-12-291h 14Bits & PCsBits & PCs does The Gamers Confessional - Xmas 2015Like 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown although more pointless. The Bits & PCs crew (old and new) team up with The Gamers Confessional crew for a pre-Xmas review of the year.
2015-12-222h 06Bits & PCsBits and PCs - Episode 129The boys are back, although they never really went anywhere..oh except for Clarky and Vimesy but they'll grow tired of that soon enough. Anyway, this week Jon, Yoda and Beasty talk about stuff.
2015-03-311h 15Bits & PCsBits & PCs - Episode 128Jon, Beasty and Vimesy are back discussing a variety of well worn paths like Elite: Dangerous, League of Legends and... Huniepop. Wait, what?!?
2015-02-031h 25Bits & PCsBits & PCs - Episode 127Geek Culture Radio Launch. Jon, Clarky and Yoda put the world to rights whilst talking about frivolous nonsense like video games and movies and stuff.
2015-01-1359 minBits & PCsBits and PC's - Episode 61Proton joins Beasty for Episode 61 of Bits and PCs. Chatter about Pay Day 2, Game Dev Tycoon, Saints Row Vs. GTA and shaving like a real man.
2013-09-101h 33Bits & PCsBits and PC's - Episode 51The Bits & PCs podcast now with no technical issues! Anyway Clarky hosts as the we approach our Anniversary show, be it one or two shows away...
2013-07-022h 05