Collin and Brandon finally discover the undisputed best Pokemon: Raticate! Brandon finds himself denying the obvious truth, while Collin finds himself writing the episode descriptions. Along the way, they discuss 60's rock songs, the struggles of chow ownership, and Cowabunga, hang ten, let's do some drums!
Collin and Brandon welcome their first ever guest to the podcast: Abby Russell from giantbomb.com! She arrives just in time for Rattata, a pokemon so good Brandon and Abby insist it's garnered the number one spot before any discussion has taken place. Collin insists, however, that discussion should happen and so the group proceeds to list every kind of cheese they know, ponder the size of Rattata's balls, and review the career of Kevin Kline. Remember: for every Rattata episode you hear, there a...
Pidgeot is a unique, if not totally un-unique Pocket Monster, and we sure learned a lot. Heads become asses, and asses heads in this rollick through the sky. Clouds can’t bog Collin down, even if rainbows are sad and he's cracking through the sky at two times the speed of sound. Brandon also does an extended impression of Donald Trump, so be warned, that is a thing! Pidgeot has hella feathers!
Pidgeotto and Pidgey are NOT the same. Collin and Brandon spend an hour successfully proving this point beyond a shadow of a doubt, while also reminding the audience that Collin is among the world's strongest men and Brandon is stuck in a time vortex. This episode is essential listening for any fans of the Lilo & Stitch extended universe. All hail Pidgeotto, the Dennis Quaid of Pokemon!
It's time to talk about Pidgey and Collin is NOT happy about it. Nevertheless, Brandon and his grumpy buddy try to figure out if Pidgey is a bug, receive an ominous visit from Collin's upstairs neighbor Mark, and wonder aloud why the fact that Pidgey is a ninja isn't included in its online bio.
Finally, a Pokémon for all the serious bee-heads of the world! Beedrill, who exists somewhere in the nebulous area between wasp, bee, and spider, is finally given the attention he deserves by Brandon and Collin. Along the way, the pair discuss all the famous slugs who claim to be bugs, the fact that Beedrill DEFINITELY has friends, and the strange coloration of his anus cone.
Brandon and Collin give an in-depth look at the yellow Power Ranger of the Pokemon universe: Kakuna! Along the way, Kakuna becomes their one true god, tries on some stylish hats, battles an MMA fighter, and marries your mother.
Pop goes the Weedle! In this episode Brandon and Collin discuss the first entirely sphere-based pokemon! Along the way, Brandon banishes Collin for committing a cardinal sin, Weedle gets an inspiring half-time speech, and the routes where you can and CAN'T find Weedle are thoroughly analyzed. *WHAT IS ONIX HIDING?*
Collin and Brandon get to know the first Pokemon who broke their heart: Butterfree. Along the way, they decide what they'd trade it away for, discuss the ethics of eating it, and explore what it's like to be two mortal enemies handcuffed together in an 80's sitcom.
Collin and Brandon prove once and for all that Metapod is the hardest dude around. Along the way, Metapod solves some local crimes, Collin feels deep shame over his rapping skills, and Brandon begins the podcast's first chant of "Unsubscribe! Unsubscribe!" *Please subscribe!*
Brandon and his pianist (Collin) dive into Caterpie, the first non-starter Pokémon! Aiming for a solid C+ episode, the boys talk Paul, bust the Pitbull conspiracy wide open, celebrate equality between the Caterpie genders, and fulfill every listener's wish of returning to the 2017 Kia Sedona. Warning: don't listen to this episode unless you're ready to know what you're capable of. It may be murder.
Do Collin and Brandon break down every single aspect of the final starter Pokémon Blastoise? Honey, yes. Along the way, Collin wagers his very soul, his neighbor Mark pops in, and Brandon poses the eternal query: Blastoise or jacuzzi? Also, the mystery of why they're called Pokémon is finally revealed! PITBULL CAN'T KEEP THE SECRETS FROM US.
Brandon and Collin discover a genuine love for WarTURTLE neither of them were expecting when the episode began. They interview a 10,000-year-old Warturtle, sing an original medieval ballad, and are visited repeatedly by both the Twitter Pidgey and the Reddit Spearow. Coming soon: a secret connection between Pitpull and the Pokemon universe!
Collin and Brandon get a chance to discuss the most famous criminal of the pokémon world: Squirtle. During the episode, the titular turtle pokémon is handed down a prison sentence for his crimes against Jonto region, the mystery of what's under his shell is finally solved, and Collin's General Thoughts, the podcast's favorite recurring segment, officially returns!
Collin and Brandon examine Billy Joel's favorite pokémon: Charizard! Along the way, they beg the audience to give them a stern talking to, share Brandon's personal memory of what may be the worst deal of his life, establish once and for all how big Collin is, and finally admit (after seeing indisputable video evidence) that Charmeleon is able to run on 4 legs. Remember—use Bing! Listen to BONUS EPISODES and MORE at patreon.com/WhosThatPatreon Tiktok and Instagram : @WhosThatPokemonPod Twitter: @...
Brandon and Collin get up close and personal with Charmeleon, the asshole teenager of the Pokemon world. In all seriousness, what's that thing on its head? How similar are Charmeleon and acclaimed Miami-based rapper Pitbull? When and where would Charmeleon dab? Collin explores these questions and more in the show's newest breakout segment: Collin's General Thoughts!
The podcast reaches its climax with the much-anticipated Charmander episode. Brandon and Collin relive their love of the fire-dinosaur while also offering their critique of its pokemon card art, planning a personal trip to Japan, and remembering the secret pokemon from the forgotten Pokémon Live! Listen to BONUS EPISODES and MORE at patreon.com/WhosThatPatreon Tiktok and Instagram : @WhosThatPokemonPod Twitter: @BrandonZelman and @CapnBrielle...
What a journey it's been! Finally, our little Bulbasaur is all grown up and now IT'S A GODDAMN TANK. A tank with a SEXY-ASS FLOWER. Collin and Brandon place Venusaur on their fantasy football teams, do a little creative role-playing, and finally settle the question of "should you ride it?"
Collin and Brandon definitively prove, beyond any shadow of a doubt, that their idea to dedicate an entire episode to Ivysaur is good and genius. They give the angsty flower-dog a Myers-Briggs test, try to figure out why he's in such a bad mood, and give many, MANY valid reasons why Ivysaur is totally different from Bulbasaur. Listen to BONUS EPISODES and MORE at patreon.com/WhosThatPatreon Tiktok and Instagram : @WhosThatPokemonPod Twitter: @BrandonZelman and @CapnBrielle...
Brandon and Collin begin their journey into the ever-expanding Pokedex by breaking down the iconic first-generation grass-type starter pokemon: Bulbasaur! Where does Bulbasaur store its extendable vines? Is it secretly the most powerful of all the starters? Which human celebrity does it bear the closest resemblance to? Find out on the first episode of Who's That Pokemon? Listen to BONUS EPISODES and MORE at patreon.com/WhosThatPatreon Tiktok and Instagram : @WhosThatPokemonPod Twitter: @BrandonZ...
