PUCL: A Pokemon Podcast

PUCL Studios

One of the longest running Pokemon podcasts, PUCL covers the many facets of Pokemon. We talk about video games, battling, community news, anime and manga, trainer tips, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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20 episodes
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Monday · 1 hr 39 min
Top 5 Pokemon That Need an Evolution! | PUCL 757
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we discuss what Pokemon need an evolution and what Pokemon got one that really didn't need it.
July 20 · 1 hr 46 min
When Will We See Z-Moves Again? | PUCL 756
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we discuss what the future of Pokemon might bring, by trying to use Pokemon Champions as a potential crystal ball to see into the future.
July 13 · 2 hr 15 min
Is Pokemon Waves a New Era of Pokemon? | PUCL 755
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we discuss the various eras of the Pokemon franchise, what we consider to be "classic", where major turning points took place, and where Pokemon Winds and Waves might fall into place.
July 6 · 44 min
PUCL GameCorner Preview #001
This week Thatch and the gang are off. However, they left you with a preview for the latest Patreon GameCorner Episode! Enjoy as Shark presents games to Thatch and Mark and listen to them struggle through!
June 29 · 1 hr 49 min
Everyone Has a Favorite Way to Play Pokémon | PUCL 754
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we talk about our favorite ways to play Pokemon and what we get out of it!
June 22 · 1 hr 39 min
New Meta and Pokemon Champions Update! | PUCL 753
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we talk about the recent launch of the M-B meta in Pokemon Champions. We also talk about what we think of the size and quality of the newest content update to Pokemon Champions!
June 15 · 1 hr 40 min
Pokopia Is Getting DLC?! | PUCL 752
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we talk about the recent news from this week's Nintendo direct and discuss what it might have in store for the Pokemon Community!
June 8 · 1 hr 52 min
We Made Pokemon For Our New Pokemon Region! | PUCL 751
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we work on the PUCL region and design new Pokemon, New Evolutions, and New regional forms!
June 1 · 1 hr 57 min
Our Pokemon Winds and Waves Wishlist! | PUCL 750
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we talk about the things that we think need to be in Pokemon Winds and Waves and what would make it a homerun for us!
May 25 · 2 hr 7 min
Everything We'd Change About Pokemon | PUCL 749
In this episode of the P.U.C.L. Podcast, we each take control of the franchise and decide what the next games look like, how to improve competitive, and a merchandise initiative we would like to see. This week Thatch is joined by Clod9 and Sharkfinnagen in their take over of the Pokemon company, to talk about the games they would design, the merch they would make and more!
May 17 · 2 hr 7 min
The Top 5 and Bottom 5 Pokémon Ash Ever Owned | PUCL 748
What were the best members of Ash's Team? Were they all great? Was his Unova team that bad? This week Thatch is joined by R.Sigma and Bocefus to talk about the best and worst members of Ash's team throughout the years. Will Thatch let Charizard in? Will Bo claim that Ash's Greninja was terrible? You have to listen to find out!
May 11 · 1 hr 47 min
Can Pokémon Survive Another 30 Years? | PUCL 747
Is Pokemon in a place where it can successfully live on for another 30 years? This week Thatch is joined by Seth Vilo and Lynian to talk about it. Is the position that Pokemon is in merit that Pokemon will survive? What do they need to change?
April 27 · 2 hr 10 min
What Are the Best Megas Pokemon Champions? | PUCL 746
What are the best Megas in Pokemon Champions? Is Charizard actually good? Is something better? This week Thatch is joined by R. Sigma and Sharkfinnigan talk about the recent Pokemon Champions Meta and the best Megas dominating the scene. The top Meta picks and some of the ones Shark, Thatch, and Sigma Think could also be good.
April 20 · 2 hr 19 min
Where Should You Start Pokémon in 2026? | PUCL 745
Where should a newbie start with Pokemon in 2026? This week Thatch is joined by The Fluffiest Whimsicott and Lynian to talk about what they think the best game or games are to start with in the Pokemon Franchise and why!
April 13 · 2 hr 11 min
We Need to Talk About Pokémon Champions... | PUCL 744
What happened with the Pokemon Champions Release this week? This week Thatch is joined by Seth Vilo and Jushiro to talk about this week's Pokemon Champions release. We go over the good, the bad, and what we think the Pokemon Company was trying to do.
April 6 · 2 hr 2 min
Why Do We Keep Buying And Playing Pokémon? | PUCL 743
Are we the problem? This week, Thatch is joined by Clod9 and Bocefus to talk about why they keep coming back to Pokemon and discussing if they might be the problem with some of the recent quality of Pokemon Games.
March 30 · 1 hr 38 min
Pokemon Champions News: Where Are Single Battles? | PUCL 742
Where are the Single Battles in Pokemon Champions?This week, Thatch is joined by Seth Vilo and the Fluffiest Whimsicott to go over the recent Pokemon Champions news and what they think about all of the recent updates the game has made to competitive Pokemon. We dive into the Pokemon Champions news and discuss the VP upgrades, the costs associated with the Free to Play Game, and what it could mean for competitive Pokemon and the company as a whole. 0:00 Opening01:36 What We Have Been Up To09:15 N
March 23 · 1 hr 54 min
Pokémon FINALLY Got Spin-Offs Right… Here’s Why | PUCL 741
What makes a Pokémon spin-off actually work?This week, Thatch is joined by Lynian and Sharkfinnigan to break down why Pokémon Pokopia succeeded and why so many other spin-offs haven’t hit the same level.We dive into what Pokopia gets right, where other games fall short, and what Pokémon should be doing going forward.0:00 Opening1:41 What We Have Been Up To16:20 News25:07 Pokopia Discussion1:11:23 Trivia1:29:23 Poké Opinion1:35:47 Mailbag💬 Mailbag QuestionWhy do you think Pokopia succeeded where
March 16 · 2 hr 3 min
Pokémon Wind & Waves: What Could Be Coming | PUCL 740
Thatch is joined by Jushiro and Bocefus to discuss their predictions and wishlist for Pokémon Wind & Waves, the upcoming Generation 10 Pokémon games. What new features could Game Freak introduce? Could Poké Ball crafting finally become a mechanic?We dive into the things we hope to see in Pokémon Wind & Waves, from gameplay systems and world design to mechanics that could change how Pokémon games are played.Mailbag Question:What do you think Game Freak will add to Pokémon Wind & Waves?Send us you
March 9 · 1 hr 58 min
Is Pokopia Really Worth the $70? | PUCL 739
Thatch is joined by Sharkfinnagan and Dr. Shamu to talk about Pokopia and what they think of the game so far and whether or not it is worth the price of entry. Mailbag Question: What do you think of Pokopia so far? puclpodcast@gmail.comIntro: 1:06News: 13:37Pokopia Topic: 39:07Trivia: 1:17:34Pokeopinion: 1:34:46Mailbag: 1:42:55PUCL Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhx-6MT5XBhGASO6bIwg7Ze-QBCwuizZeMpx9f7uVBEJUCFw/viewform?usp=headerUse Code PUCLPOD5 at trollandtoad.com for 5

PUCL: A Pokemon Podcast

Top 5 Pokemon That Need an Evolution! | PUCL 757

When Will We See Z-Moves Again? | PUCL 756

Is Pokemon Waves a New Era of Pokemon? | PUCL 755

PUCL GameCorner Preview #001

Everyone Has a Favorite Way to Play Pokémon | PUCL 754

New Meta and Pokemon Champions Update! | PUCL 753

Pokopia Is Getting DLC?! | PUCL 752

We Made Pokemon For Our New Pokemon Region! | PUCL 751

Our Pokemon Winds and Waves Wishlist! | PUCL 750

Everything We'd Change About Pokemon | PUCL 749

The Top 5 and Bottom 5 Pokémon Ash Ever Owned | PUCL 748

Can Pokémon Survive Another 30 Years? | PUCL 747

What Are the Best Megas Pokemon Champions? | PUCL 746

Where Should You Start Pokémon in 2026? | PUCL 745

We Need to Talk About Pokémon Champions... | PUCL 744

Why Do We Keep Buying And Playing Pokémon? | PUCL 743

Pokemon Champions News: Where Are Single Battles? | PUCL 742

Pokémon FINALLY Got Spin-Offs Right… Here’s Why | PUCL 741

Pokémon Wind & Waves: What Could Be Coming | PUCL 740

Is Pokopia Really Worth the $70? | PUCL 739