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It's Super Effective: A Pokemon Podcast

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It's Super Effective is a weekly Pokémon podcast that covers news and information on Pokémon GO, the Pokémon anime, and the video games (such as Pokemon Scarlet & Pokémon Violet, as well as, Pokémon UNITE and Masters EX). The podcast also talks about battling, Shiny Hunting, the Pokémon TCG, Pokémon merchandise and more! While the show is mostly news focused, we cover listener e-mails, and in-depth Pokémon trivia! It's Super Effective is an award-winning podcast and one of the most downloaded Pokémon-based podcasts on the web. It's Super Effective is dedicated to bringing unique, creative Pokémon content on the internet.

Episodes

Longterm Pokémon Sleep Thoughts

Pokémon Sleep is now available for download pretty much globally. After a couple nights with the game, we talk about the pros and cons of the game and if giving the game money would be worth it. There is also a couple of bugs with the game that could sour some people's experience. 2023 World Championships are around the corner and a big event at Worlds just got canceled. This adds to the already crowded event where lots of Trainers can't get into any of the side-events due to the lottery system....

Jul 24, 20232 hr 44 minEp. 575

Pokémon Sleep Device & Release

As of this recording, Pokémon Sleep is rolling out in select countries. We talk about the release, early thoughts on the game, and the pricing structure compared to other sleep apps in the App Stores. The Pokémon GO++, which works with Pokémon Sleep, is now out and we talk about if it's worth buying. Pokémon is coming to Comic-con, but it might not be as exciting as you think. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:30 - Pokémon GO++ 00:20:15 - Pokémon Sleep Thoughts 00:46:30 - Break 00:49:30 - Comic-Con ...

Jul 17, 20231 hr 27 minEp. 574

Pokémon Sleep is Around the Corner

Pokémon Sleep should be out this month and the Pokémon GO Plus + is coming out this Friday. We have more information about the app, including that it'll contain micro transactions. Niantic fired 230 employees and then went on to celebrate 7-years of Pokémon GO. Thoughts on NAIC and the Pokémon Center down in Ohio too! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:15 - Pokémon Sleep 00:32:00 - Break 00:34:40 - 7 Years of Pokémon GO 01:12:50 - Delphox Raids 01:34:00 - NAIC Recap 01:59:00 - Post Credits 🌐 www.pkm...

Jul 10, 20232 hrEp. 573

NAIC w/ Pokésports

This week we team up with PokéSports to bring you an in-person episode together! Both podcasts traveled to Ohio for the North American International Championships! We talk about the minor update to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, Pokémon Sleep news, Detective Pikachu Returns, and what teams we are brining to the tournament. We also talk about what to expect at a National level tournament like this and travel woes. You can check out Pokésports podcast here: https://pokesports.org 00:00:20 - Introduct...

Jul 03, 20231 hr 20 minEp. 572

New Scarlet & Violet DLC Trailer, Detective Pikachu Returns

The latest Nintendo Direct gives us a brand new Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Trailer! We also get the release date for Detective Pikachu Returns after 6 years of the first game releasing. We go in depth for both these game trailers and we talk about the newly released Gimmighoul Raids that was also shown in the Nintendo Direct. Finally, we get the final arc of the Pokémon anime on Netflix this week. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:00 - Detective Pikachu Returns 00:24:10 - Break 00:27:10 - New SV DLC...

Jun 26, 20232 hr 38 minEp. 571

Free Shiny Arcanine

Starting June 30th, tune in during the live broadcast of the 2023 North America International Championships to receive some digital distributions! Team Rocket is really using inflation to their advantage, we talk about the recent clothing drop on Pokémon Center. Niantic launched a web store to save money on Pokémon GO purchases. Scarlet & Violet—151, the latest TCG set, is already selling out everywhere. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:03:00 - NIAC Gifts 00:20:20 - Team Rocket Merch 00:38:20 - Break ...

Jun 19, 20232 hr 32 minEp. 570

Team Rocket Collection Coming Soon

The Pokemon Trading Card Game Online is over and sunsetted. Unfortunately, Pokémon Trading Card Game Live isn't a good enough replacement and it's all we have. A huge 30-piece Team Rocket collection is on its way to the Pokémon Center soon. Leafeon arrives in UNITE. Pokémon GO Fest showed off new details of what the event will host. Raid events are returning to Pokémon Scarlet and Violet this weekend! 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:03:20 - Pokémon Trading Card Game Live 00:23:30 - Break 00:27:00 - P...

Jun 12, 20231 hr 24 minEp. 569

Protesting The Pokémon Company

The South Korean tournament circuit has been run so poorly this year that the top 4 Korean VGC players decided to protest The Pokémon Company and all 4 got disqualified from the event. Pokémon HOME 3.0.0 is here and not much has changed. Regulation D starts on July 1st and this will be the official format for Worlds. Pokémon GO gets a very good start to the Hidden Gems season and we cover the ZoëTwoDots interview with Niantic. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:30 - Pokémon HOME Update 00:17:00 - Reg...

Jun 05, 20233 hr 31 minEp. 568

Shadow Mewtwo, Clothing Shutdown, Cute Charmander

We talk about the pros and cons of the Shadow Mewtwo weekend! With Raids still being pumped out in Pokémon GO, it seems that Raids in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet are still on hold. We got sad news of Original Stitch closing down. Pokémon UNITE and Pokémon Masters EX both gets updates. Another 190 cards are coming, including another Charizard, with Obsidian Flames now detailed out. Finally, Pokémon HOME is around the corner. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:03:30 - Shadow Mewtwo Recap 00:27:20 - No Raid...

May 29, 20232 hr 34 minEp. 567

Pokémon HOME Soon, But Lots of Bugs

Pokémon HOME got a release date, and then that release date got pulled the next day? We at least know what v3.0.0 of Pokémon HOME will have when it comes out. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet was supposed to have new Raids, but they also got pulled this weekend. Speaking of Pokémon SV, competitors in Korea and Japan ran into bugs resulting in unfair tournament results. Pokémon GO is getting the Master Ball and new Team Rocket Raids this week! 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:03:50 - Raids Get Pulled from Sc...

May 22, 20232 hr 52 minEp. 566

Another Pokémon Fan Site Shuts Down

Chesnaught Raid recap and thoughts! Three new characters, including an all Eevee event, coming to Pokémon UNITE. One of the biggest Pokémon fan websites, The Silph Road, is closing their doors after seven years. What does that mean for the Pokémon GO Community? We go over some prep for the North American International Championships in Ohio and if you should go? 00:02:00 - Introduction 00:04:40 - Chesnaught Raid Recap 00:26:40 - 3 New UNITE Characters 00:37:40 - Break 00:41:10 - The Silph Road 01...

May 15, 20231 hr 29 minEp. 565

Have You Evolved Your Larvesta

We found out the hatch rates for Larvesta and it's not... good. On top of that, Niantic sent a push notification that felt a bit insulting to players. It's been reported that Pokémon GO had a downfall in profits, but we go more in-depth about that. Pokémon Trading Card Game Live gets an official release date, but that means the sunset of Pokémon Trading Card Game Online is coming. Finally, we talk about t-shirts and anime. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:04:40 - Larvesta Hatch Rates 00:14:20 - Fallin...

May 08, 20231 hr 3 minEp. 564

The Next Three 7-Star Raids Coming for Scarlet & Violet

We know that Delphox, Chesnaught, and Rillaboom are the last 3 starters still left to come through 7-Star Raids in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Unsure if Game Freak is waiting for the release of these three before Pokémon HOME, but we talk about possible Tera types for these three coming. Niantic finally announced Pokémon GO Fest 2023, we talk about that and the remaining events for the lackluster Rising Heroes season. 00:03:00 - Introduction 00:05:00 - Scarlet & Violet Raid Talk 00:23:20 - Upcom...

May 01, 20232 hr 40 minEp. 563

Scarlet & Violet Update, Hisui and HOME

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet got updated to v1.3.0, but no performance updates were applied. We go over what did change and what didn't change. Pokémon HOME still doesn't have a date, just Spring for now, but we talk about how Hisui Pokémon would make the most sense after Regulation C is over. Speaking of VGC, the Global Challenge 3 got announced and starts very soon! Finally, we kick off the episode talking about how the Scarlet and Violet TCG sold out in Japan and how theft is happening in Ameri...

Apr 24, 20232 hr 36 minEp. 562

Random New Pokémon Debut

Pokémon Masters EX has a detective storyline happening right now with some returning favorites being featured as Sync Pairs. Pokémon UNITE gets Lapras as the latest playable character! Lapras may add new waves that UNITE needs to shake things up. The Pokémon Global Challenge II is happening very quickly with the return of Typhlosion Raids this weekend. Speaking of Typhlosion, we talk about our experience with these Raids. Finally, the Pokémon anime just randomly showed off a new Pokémon in Japan...

Apr 17, 20232 hr 37 minEp. 561

Typhlosion Coming to 7-Star Raids

Typhlosion is the final starter from Pokémon Legends to be added to Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, so does this mean Pokémon HOME is around the corner? Pokémon GO raised and limited Remote Raid passes, we talk about how this might affect the future of the game. Unova Sitting Cuties have arrived on Pokémon Center, we talk about the ones you should buy or avoid. Also, some company news regarding Creatures, Inc. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Pokémon GO Woes 00:35:45 - Break 00:39:40 - Typhlosion ...

Apr 10, 20231 hr 22 minEp. 560

The State of Pokémon UNITE

ZOINKS from the Overdunk Podcast joins Greg and Steve to talk about the current state of Pokémon UNITE. We talk about the recently added characters, updates, gameplay changes, and what Pokémon we'd like to see in the future. ZOINKS was also the Pokémon UNITE commentator for Worlds 2022. Find ZOINKS here: https://twitter.com/ZOINKScasts Enter Giveaway here: https://gleam.io/v7evv/pokemon-nintendo-oled-switch-giveaway 🌐 www.pkmncast.com 👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast 📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast 📝 w...

Apr 06, 20231 hr 6 min

New Events for Scarlet & Violet

We recap Samurott Raids, talk about the new Pokémon Scarlet and Violet tournament happening, and a Cherish Ball Lechonk is here to grab! Side note, the tournament does give an exclusive in-game bag for your character. Before all of that Scarlet and Violet news, we talk about Niantic's changes to Remote Raid Passes in Pokémon GO. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:00 - Changes to Remote Raids Passes 0038:40 - Break 00:42:10 - GameStop Lechonk 00:46:40 - Online Competition + Backpack 00:53:00 - Pokémon...

Apr 03, 20231 hr 16 minEp. 559

New Paldea Anime, TCG, and Raids

We get the title of the new Pokémon series without Ash taking place in Paldea. Spoilers about Ash leaving and our thoughts on the future of the anime series. While the first Paldea TCG drops this week, we already know the next Pokémon TCG with Paldea cards coming later in June of 2023. Blissey Raids in Scarlet and Violet drop out of no where, we talk about those and the rare Herba Mystica drops in the game. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:00 - Anime Talk 00:17:40 - Next Pokémon TCG Set 00:23:40 - ...

Mar 27, 20231 hr 9 minEp. 558

Goodbye 3DS & Wii U Games

We recap Decidueye Raids and our thoughts on the established formula so far. The Nintendo eShop is closing on the 3DS and the Wii U, meaning hundreds of games will be unaccessible going forward. This makes Pokémon fans worried about both Bank and HOME capability with older games, since Pokémon hasn't said much since their initial statements. Ball Guy comes to Masters EX. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:05:00 - Decidueye Raids 0039:30 - Break 00:43:30 - eShop Shut Down 00:58:30 - Judge Ban 01:06:40 - ...

Mar 20, 20231 hr 19 minEp. 557

Worth Traveling for Pokémon Events

A bonus podcast featuring Chris from GOCast: a Pokémon GO Podcast. You can find their show here: https://www.gocastpodcast.com/ We talk about our experience in Vegas for the Hoenn Tour. Ultimately, we answer the question of if it's worth traveling to these events. LINKS 🌐  www.pkmncast.com 👾  www.twitch.tv/pkmncast 📸  www.instagram.com/pkmncast 📝  www.reddit.com/r/supereffective 🐦  www.twitter.com/pkmncast 🎥  www.youtube.com/pkmncast 📀  www.tiktok.com/@p...

Mar 15, 20231 hr 17 min

Scarlet & Violet Update Planned for April

Some people were not able to catch the new Paradox Pokémon with the v1.2 update, so another update is planned for April to fix this issue for these Trainers. More issues creep into Pokémon GO as Trainers couldn't catch Regidrago this weekend and the makeup day was plagued with similar issues. Detective Pikachu 2 rumors start again. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:03:00 - Can't Catch Regidrago 00:44:20 - Break 00:48:10 - Can't Catch Paradox 01:21:40 - Detective Pikachu 2 01:33:50 - Post Credits 🌐 www...

Mar 13, 20232 hr 35 minEp. 556

Happy International Women's Day

To celebrate International Women's Day, Hannah, Codey, and Carina talk about their experiences with Pokémon! From the Nintendo Game Boy to Pokémon GO, these women talk about growing up with Pokémon and how it currently fits into their lives. Hannah : https://twitter.com/HannahsPixels Codey : https://twitter.com/CodeyMathis Carina : https://twitter.com/pengumon LINKS 🌐  www.pkmncast.com 👾  www.twitch.tv/pkmncast 📸  www.instagram.com/pkmncast 📝  www.reddit.com/r/supereffect...

Mar 08, 202347 min

Scarlet & Violet are Still Broken

After a full week with the 1.2 update for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, we can confidently report that the games are still pretty broken. While some things are indeed fixed, other things like getting stuck in the Cheer menu for Raids still is a problem for a lot of players. Pokémon Sleep is coming soon, we talk about the app and the new device, the GO++. Finally, we get a pretty awesome Community Day coming to Pokémon GO later this month. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:30 - Thoughts on the 1.2 Upda...

Mar 06, 20232 hr 44 minEp. 555

The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero ​​​​​​

Pokémon Day 2023 brings up The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero ​​​​​​DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet! The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero will take fans deeper into the world of Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet and consists of two different adventures—Part 1: The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero: The Teal Mask, launching in fall 2023, and Part 2: The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero: The Indigo Disk, releasing at a later date. We give our thoughts on this news! 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:30 - DLC Annou...

Feb 28, 20231 hr 5 min

The Future of 7-Star Raids

7-Star Pikachu Raids showed to to celebrate the lead up of Pokémon Day. This was a very unique 7-Star Raid and sets the groundwork for what Legendary 7-Star Raids could hold if they ever arrive. Pokémon GO Hoenn Fest in Vegas thoughts compared to the Worldwide event this past weekend. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:10 - Pikachu Raids 00:17:00 - Break 00:21:40 - Hoenn Thoughts 00:58:50 - Post Credits 🌐 www.pkmncast.com 👾 www.twitch.tv/pkmncast 📸 www.instagram.com/pkmncast 📝 www.reddit.com/r/su...

Feb 26, 20231 hrEp. 554

Our Predictions for Pokemon Day

With the 2023 Pokémon Day around the corner, Hannah, Bobby and Steve give some predictions and talk about what games and announcements could happen this month. Pokémon Days takes place on February 27th every year! As of us recording this, we don't know if there will be a video presentation. Ad this episode was brought to you by EveryPlate ! Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to www.EveryPlate.com and enter code supereffective149 . Ad this episode brought to you by Brill...

Feb 20, 20231 hr 11 minEp. 553

Paldea Anime Starts Soon

Play Pokémon updates their rules after the disaster that was FL regionals. The new Pokémon anime is coming this April in Japan. We find out the main character was born in Paldea. Pokémon GO Hoenn Tour will be free for Worldwide players with no extra cost and increase Shiny Pokémon for some species. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:10 - Play Pokémon Update 00:12:50 - Pokémon CD Collection 00:19:40 - Break 00:21:40 - Pokémon Anime Updates 00:27:20 - Pokémon GO News 01:01:30 - Post Credits 🌐 www.pkmn...

Feb 13, 20231 hr 2 minEp. 552

Nintendo "Hears" Us

One really great Pokémon GO event is coming and one lackluster one is coming! Nintendo Canada gives an interview talking about the issues of Scarlet and Violet. Pokémon Trading Card Game Online is sunsetting with Crown Zenith, meaning we'll have to move to Pokémon Trading Card Game Live to play the new Scarlet and Violet Standard sets. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:10 - Pokémon GO News 00:23:30 - Comfy in UNITE 00:31:30 - Break 00:36:00 - Pokémon Trading Card Game Updates 01:00:00 - Nintendo "He...

Feb 06, 20231 hr 21 minEp. 551

Pokémon Sleep Update

Pokémon moves the needle on Sleep and we get some new information in regards to if it's coming soon or not. Comfy is coming to Pokémon UNITE this week and players are already concerned. We talk about Greninja Raids and compare it to Cinderace and Charizard. We also talk about the tolerance of this difficulty for some. Finally, a fish crashes Pokemon Scarlet and Violet and spends money while owner is away. 00:00:20 - Introduction 00:02:10 - Pokémon Sleep News 00:27:00 - Comfy in UNITE 00:34:40 - ...

Jan 30, 20231 hr 17 minEp. 550