Lured Up Podcast 193 Record Date - 8/31/21 Publish Date - 9/6/21 With this being a very important week for Pokémon GO and its community, there is plenty to discuss. We begin with the response from Niantic, which came via blog and was penned by Executive Producer, Steve Wang. He explains what was learned and what will be acted on based on the findings from the Task Force meetings. All in all, this was very positive and a step in the right direction. We follow up with a complete retelling of the s...
Sep 06, 2021•1 hr 16 min
Lured Up Podcast 192 Record Date - 8/25/21 Publish Date - 8/29/21 This was an important week for both Niantic and their users. With everything on the table, the Trainers had an opportunity to have their voices heard. We dig into the details of our meeting with Niantic and members of the Task Force. From accessibility to transparency, there was a lot to talk about and we were pleased with the results. We left feeling confident about the future and can honestly say that we saw a difference in Nian...
Aug 29, 2021•1 hr 13 min
Lured Up Podcast 191 Record Date - 8/17/2021 Publish Date - 8/22/2021 While there wasn’t a lot of news items this week, there is still plenty to talk about. With the wrap up of the Ultra Unlock Part 2 and the current Part 3, there is a lot going on in the game. That is however, if you plan on engaging with it. You will find out pretty quick that while Ken is still optimistic and out there playing, Adam is still letting the game take a back seat as he waits for the September 1st announcement. Eev...
Aug 22, 2021•1 hr 10 min
Lured Up Podcast 190 Record Date - 8/10/2021 Publish Date - 8/13/2021 There are still some funky feelings going on as we wait for our September 1st update. As we grind through Ultra Unlock Part 2, we are enjoying the gameplay, but there still seems to be a dark cloud over the game. While we would want that Niantic would be all hands on deck to focus on Pokémon GO, it doesn’t seem like the current community turmoil is the red alert situation that we had hoped for. Two blog posts in particular, re...
Aug 13, 2021•51 min
Lured Up Podcast Record Date - 8/3/2021 Publish Date - 8/7/2021 In what feels like a low point for Pokémon GO, our show this week is an interesting one. The community has banded together to voice their opinion and Niantic has finally responded. We want to hear what everyone has to say on this topic! Niantic’s Response - https://bit.ly/LU189Response August Events So Far - https://bit.ly/LU188August Ultra Unlock Part 2: Space - https://bit.ly/LU187Unlock Ultra Unlock Part 3: Sword and Shield - htt...
Aug 08, 2021•1 hr 24 min
Lured Up Podcast 188 Record Date - 7/28/2021 Publish Date - 7/30/2021 With GO Fest in the rear view mirror, trainers are reaping the fruits of their labor with Part 1 of the Ultra Unlock. We discuss how the event is going for us and if we think the community is feeling a little tired since GO Fest. Either way, we are enjoying the Raids, Spawns, and features of the event. Niantic has shared details of their August event rundown and we still do not know what will be coming for Part 3 of the Ultra ...
Jul 30, 2021•56 min
Lured Up Podcast Record Date - 7/21/21 Publish Date - 7/5/21 With GO Fest behind us we recap our experiences from each day of the event. From casual passive gameplay to hardcore grinding, this year’s big event could be enjoyed in many ways. We both agree that Saturday was amazing, however Adam had some reservations about Sunday. As for Ken, Sunday provided a new and unique community based experience. Trainers completed the 24 Challenges that were required to activate all three parts of the Ultra...
Jul 25, 2021•56 min
Lured Up Podcast 186 Record Date - 7/14/21 Publish Date - 7/16/21 It’s Ken’s Birthday and the show immediately flies off the rails. THe excitement for GO Fest is just too much to handle and we struggle to keep eachother grounded. Before we get into the big event, we recap the Fifth Anniversary Event and how it went without us. Next up we take a detailed look at the Known Issues Page. With GO Fest in just a few days, many are expecting the game to have some sort of hiccup at some time. While not ...
Jul 16, 2021•59 min
Lured Up Podcast 185 Record Date - 7/7/21 Publish Date - 7/11/21 It is hard to believe that we have been playing Pokémon GO for 5 years! We reflect back on when we downloaded the game and what it was like early on. From stories of our favorite meetup spots to the challenges that players in rural areas faced. To celebrate the anniversary, Niantic has released an event that brings us Starter Pokémon, new costumes and a new Shiny Pokémon! The fan favorite Collection Challenge is back along with the...
Jul 11, 2021•54 min
Lured Up Podcast 184 Record Date - 6/30/21 Publish Date - 7/2/21 June Events - https://bit.ly/LU184June Bidoof Breakout - https://bit.ly/LU184Bidoof More Bidoof - https://bit.ly/LU184MoreBidoof Tepig Community Day - https://bit.ly/LU184Tepig July Update - https://bit.ly/LU184July Pokeminers APK 0.213.0 - https://bit.ly/LU184APK Defense Forme Deoxys - https://bit.ly/LU184Deoxys Trainers Doing Good - https://bit.ly/LU184TrainersDoingGood This week’s episode begins by reflecting on the happenings o...
Jul 02, 2021•58 min
Lured Up Podcast 183 Record Date - 6/23/2021 Publish Date - 6/26/2021 This has been quite the week for the Pokémon GO Community. In a absolutely terrible turn of events, some members of the community took their toxic behavior to new levels. Upset over the Exploration Bonus announcement, the trolls lashed out and threatened Niantic employees, to the point where friend of the show, Liz George deactivated her personal Twitter account. On this episode we will detail the updates and the fallout that ...
Jun 26, 2021•1 hr 31 min
Lured Up Podcast Record Date - 6/15/2021 Publish Date - 6/20/2021 The Season of Discovery is shaping up to have its own vibe and pacing. With spaced out weekly events and less FOMO, it seems like Trainers are enjoying the month so far. We begin with recapping A Very Slow Discovery and prep for the Solstice Event. We also look forward to the Bidoof Breakout which looks to be a hilarious and amazing event. June Events - http://bit.ly/LU182June A Very Slow Discovery - https://bit.ly/LU181Slowpoke S...
Jun 20, 2021•49 min
Lured Up Podcast 181 Record Date - 6/9/2021 Publish Date - 6/11/2021 With the Season of Discovery upon us, we can share our feelings on the organic spawn pool and the current vibe of the game. Who would have thought that catching Pidgey would be exciting?! The return of the Regis has many hunting Legendary Shinies, but Mega Slowbro has earned many remote raid passes! With a Special Raid Weekend being announced, I would imaging that Discords everywhere will be popping off with coordination. A Ver...
Jun 11, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Lured Up Podcast Record Date - 5/27/21 Publish Date - 5/29/21 The GO Fest news bomb has been dropped and we are here to pick up the pieces! We have pages and pages of GO Fest details to sort through, as this year’s big event looks to be accessible to more Trainers than ever! From a title sponsor to a discounted ticket price, there is plenty to cover right out of the gate. Niantic has made it easy to see the differences between the free and paid experiences, but for $5, the included value is abso...
May 29, 2021•1 hr 35 min
Lured Up Podcast 179 Record Date - 5/19/2021 Publish Date - 5/22/2021 Although this was a slower news week there is still plenty to discuss. Coming out of the Luminous Legends X Event, Swablu Community Day, and Alolan Rattata Spotlight Hour, Trainers were kept busy with events and grinding. We discuss our early impressions on Part One of the Luminous Legends Y Event and predict if Part 2 will have what it takes to keep the positive momentum going through the end of the month. Pokeminers dug up s...
May 22, 2021•1 hr 12 min
Lured Up Podcast Creator Series Episode 28 Recording Date - 5/2/2021 Publish Date - 5/17/2021 The more you know! The Silph Science team brings an eye opening look into the world of grassroots community resources! We learn about the team and what they bring to the lab as their operations are exceptionally diverse! Learning the effort that goes into each research and study was mind boggling as well as how that data is aggregated, vetted, and published. We encourage everyone to not only utilize the...
May 18, 2021•1 hr 10 min
Lured Up Podcast 178 Record Date - 5/12/2021 Publish Date - 5/14/2021 The Luminous Legends X Event has been amazing! We recap our experiences of the week and look forward to Yveltal and the event changeover to Y. We hope that Niantic can maintain the positive momentum that the game has through the end of the month. Marill Limited Research was surprisingly fun and we get set up for Swablu Community Day. We take a look into the community and how the Gible announcement has some Trainers split. Is t...
May 14, 2021•1 hr 22 min
Lured Up Podcast Creator Series Episode 28 Recording Date - 4/17/21 Publish Date - 5/10/21 One of the best things about the Pokémon GO Community is meeting people that you genuinely connect with and have an immediate kindred vibe with. That is exactly how I felt when I spoke with Becky and Eli from Legendary Adventures. They brought an amazing vibe that was genuine and honest and our conversation was a complete blast. We discuss their story from how they met to how they have developed a fun and ...
May 10, 2021•57 min
Lured Up Podcast Record Date - 5/5/2021 Publish Date - 5/7/2021 Before we cover one of the best events ever, we begin with recapping the New Pokémon Snap Event, and how the hunt for Shiny Smeargle was a ton of fun, the rest of the event fell a bit flat. That’s when the Luminous Legends X Event comes in to save the day. With a fantastic encounter pool, new Pokémon and Raid bosses, awesome hatches and a Global Challenge, this event has it all. With the release of Xerneas we run through a Raid Guid...
May 07, 2021•1 hr 8 min
Lured Up Podcast Creator Series Episode 27 Recording Date - 4/2/21 Publish Date - 5/3/21 This episode I am joined by the crew from the Purified Podcast! We discuss how their live format influences their content, pacing, and community interaction! They explain how real life interactions led them to begin creating content and how Pokémon has impacted their friendship and lives! Purified Podcast http://purifiedpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/PureLighterGO https://www.twitch.tv/PureLighter https://...
May 03, 2021•1 hr 6 min
Lured Up Podcast 176 Record Date - 4/28/2021 Publish Date - 4/30/2021 What an amazing week! Coming off the well received Sustainability Week Event, Niantic followed up by dropping a few news bombs! We begin with the announcement of GO Fest 2021 in July, which will be another 2 day, virtual, global event. We put on our tin foil hats and speculate on what we the event could include. Not to be outdone by their own announcement, Niantic then shares their Mary event outline which is a significant for...
Apr 30, 2021•1 hr 23 min
Lured Up Podcast Creator Series Episode 26 Recording Date - 4/2/2021 Publish Date - 4/13/2021 With faces like these, why not make a video podcast! I had an absolute blast hanging out with the cres from Incensed! We talked about how the hosts came together to share their love for content and Pokémon GO in a setting that feels like you're hanging out with your mates at the pub down the block. In this very special video podcast version of the show, we dig into topics like the state of the game, cri...
Apr 24, 2021•1 hr 22 min
Lured Up Podcast 175 Record Date - 4/21/21 Publish Date - 4/23/21 Another week of diverse events has kept us pretty busy lately! We recap Rivals’ Week and how the community had mixed feelings on the Global Challenge. From Rival’s Week we move on to Sustainability Week and how we urge the community to get involved with the movement! We also have Friendship Day coming on Sunday, which had some tweaks to its original format. In our last bit of news, we revisit the Known Issues page and run through ...
Apr 23, 2021•1 hr 6 min
Lured Up Podcast 174 Record Date - 4/14/21 Publish Date - 4/17/21 April is in full swing and we begin by recapping the Spring into Spring event. With Chansey spawning everywhere and Happiny nowhere to be found, this event had the community split! It was however a nice prelude into Rivals’ Week, which we are all currently enjoying. Even though the Team GO Rocket component has been removed, this event is still a fan favorite with an exciting spawn pool and new Pokédex entries. We briefly touch on ...
Apr 17, 2021•1 hr 9 min
Lured Up Podcast 173 Record Date - 3/30/21 Publish Date - 4/6/21 Sorry for the delay in getting this episode published! We recap the close of March and usher in the April events with some Tricky Pokémon and Team GO Rocket. We Spring into Spring with Shiny Buneary and Flower Crown Chansey! The GBL Blog has been updated to include a few new moves and the referral code has gone live worldwide! March Events - http://bit.ly/LU173March Weather Week - https://bit.ly/LU171Weather April Events - https://...
Apr 07, 2021•54 min
Lured Up Podcast Creator Series Episode 25 Recording Date - 3/23/21 Publish Date - 3/30/21 I was very excited to be joined by Reversal this week, as it has been a long time since we were able to catch up. We start from the beginning and Gio breaks down his introduction to the franchise and ultimately the world of content surrounding it. From basic recap videos to travel vlogs, Pokémon GO content has taken Reversal across the world. We discuss how his career has transitioned from YouTube to Twitc...
Mar 30, 2021•59 min
Lured Up Podcast 172 Record Date - 3/24/21 Publish Date - 3/27/21 March Events - https://bit.ly/LU168March Charge Up - https://bit.ly/LU170ChargeUp Weather Week - https://bit.ly/LU171Weather Special Raid Weekend - http://bit.ly/LU172Rayquaza April Event Summary - http://bit.ly/LU72April Snivy Community Day - http://bit.ly/LU172Snivy Poke The Bear - http://bit.ly/LU172PokeTheBear As we prepare to put March behind us, we recap the close of the Charge Up Event and the beginning of Weather Week. The...
Mar 28, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Lured Up Podcast 171 Record Date - 3/18/21 Publish Date - 3/19/21 Another week into the Season of Legends and the events are still rolling in. As we wrap up the Searching For Legends Event, we have a few single day events to recap including the highly debated Incense Day. While this event did feel a bit bland, we discuss our thoughts on what could be done to spice things up. We also cover the single hour events from the week like Incarnate Forme Thundurus Raid Hour, Voltorb Spotlight Hour, Theri...
Mar 20, 2021•58 min
Lured Up Podcast Record Date - 3/10/21 Publish Date - 3/13/21 With the Season of Legends in full swing, Trainers have been very positive on the game despite some controversy surrounding last week's Kanto Tour Bonus Event. From an exciting spawn pool, to exceptionally well balanced events, March is shaping up to be a fantastic month. We begin with a recap of last week’s gameplay, including Fletchling Community Day, Drowzee Spotlight Hout, and the Team GO Rocket Balloon Bonus Hour. As we dig into ...
Mar 14, 2021•57 min
Lured Up Podcast Creator Series Episode 24 Recording Date - 2/23/21 Publish Date - 3/9/21 Legendary Moo joins me this week to talk about creating PvP content on Twitch and how his approach keeps him motivated. From a serious approach to winning to a whimsical approach of goofing off, Moo brings a unique vibe that maintains a balance for a diverse audience and community. Sit back and dig in to some PvP goodness. Legendary Moo https://twitter.com/PogoMoo https://www.twitch.tv/legendarymoo_ Support...
Mar 09, 2021•1 hr 13 min
