The PokéCast w/ Brad & Mike

Michael & Brad

Welcome to The Pokécast – your ultimate Pokémon podcast with Brad and Mike! Whether you're a seasoned Pokémon Master or a casual fan, this is the place for you! Join us as two great friends dive into everything Pokémon, from the latest updates to nostalgic trips down memory lane. Here’s what you can expect during your time with us: The latest Pokémon news and announcements Revisiting our best Pokémon memories over the years Pokémon Anime news Pokémon TCG (Trading Card Game) insights / news Pokémon games, including old favourites and new releases Pokémon clothing, merch, and so much more!Over time, we will feature exciting interviews with Pokémon content creators and special guest appearances from the Pokémon community. Whether you’re listening on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or any other platform, you’re in for a treat!If you love all things Pokémon, you're in the right place! Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride with us as we explore the wonderful world of Pokémon.Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on your favourite platform – it helps us reach more Pokémon fans like you! 

  1. Our Hot Takes for Pokémon Legends ZA - The PokéCast w/ Brad & Mike

    OCT 14

    Our Hot Takes for Pokémon Legends ZA - The PokéCast w/ Brad & Mike

    Welcome back to The PokéCast w/ Brad & Mike, your home for everything Pokémon — theories, news, nostalgia, and the occasional spicy take! 🔥 This week’s episode is a special edition all about the much-anticipated Pokémon Legends ZA! 🌟 We’re diving into our 5 hottest takes on the game, plus revealing our Top 5 Pokémon we want to see get Mega Evolutions! 💥 From wild theories and nostalgic throwbacks to wish-lists and predictions — this episode of The PokéCast is loaded with excitement for what’s next in the Pokémon universe. Whether you’re a veteran Trainer or new to the franchise, you don’t want to miss this one! ⚡ 🕓 Timestamps: 00:00 - Opening 01:34 - Today's Sponsor - Lumiose City Cafés! 04:00 - Legends ZA NEXT! 05:21 - Mike's Preorder Bundle for Pokémon Legends ZA 07:20 - Loads of Hoenn love for Pokémon Legends ZA?! 08:35 - Mike's first thing he's looking forward to! - MEGA GRENINJA! 16:11 - Brad's Theory?! 23:30 - Hot Takes 23:40 - Underground / Secret Bases?! 25:18 - Rollerblading / Gogoat Ride 28:20 - Battle Tower / Fishing?! 30:50 - OG X&Y Outfits for Main Characters 31:38 - Mini Games 33:00 - What Pokémon do you hope gets a Mega Evolution?! 38:00 - What our teams will look like?! 43:24 - Brad's Gen 10 Hot Take 48:45 - 30th Anniversary of Pokémon and Hype 51:00 - Bring old Characters back! 54:00 - Closing 🔥 In This Episode of The PokéCast: 🧩 5 Hot Takes on Pokémon Legends ZA 💫 Top 5 Pokémon We Want to See Mega Evolve 🌍 Theories on Returning Regions & Gameplay Features 🧢 Predictions for OG X&Y Outfits ⚙️ Secret Bases, Battle Towers & Mini Games Speculation 🐸 Mega Greninja Discussion + Gen 10 Hype! 💬 Join the Conversation: What Pokémon do you want to see get a Mega Evolution in Pokémon Legends ZA? Share your thoughts in the comments — your take might make it into the next episode of The PokéCast w/ Brad & Mike! 👇 🔗 Follow & Support The PokéCast: 📺 Subscribe for weekly Pokémon podcast episodes ☕ Big thanks to our sponsor: Lumiose City Cafés – fueling Trainers everywhere! 💥 Follow us on social media for updates, news & giveaways #ThePokeCast #PokemonLegendsZA #PokemonPodcast #MegaEvolution #PokemonTheories #PokemonNews #PokemonLegends #PokemonCommunity #MegaGreninja #PokemonScarletViolet #PokemonZA #Pokemon30thAnniversary #PokémonPodcast #NintendoSwitch #pokemonfans

    56 min
  2. JUL 6

    LIVE! PokéCast EP30 - Season 1 Finale Q&A, Funniest Moments, Sinnoh Adventure & Pokémon News

    🎉 We’re LIVE for Episode 30 of The PokéCast w/ Brad & Mike! 🎉 It’s the Season 1 Finale, and we’re celebrating this massive milestone the only way we know how—live with our incredible PokéCast community! 👉 What’s happening in our LIVE EP30 Special: 🌟 Best Moments from the First 29 Episodes – We’re talking funniest clips, wildest sponsor ads, most chaotic tangents, and Brad & Mike’s favourite moments so far. 💬 LIVE Q&A – We’re answering your best (and weirdest) questions—so keep them Pokémon-themed and spicy (but tasteful)! 🗺️ Brad’s Sinnoh Journey Continues – Canalave City was just the beginning—what’s next for Brad’s team? 📰 Pokémon News Roundup – Latest updates, set announcements, and upcoming events in the Pokémon world. 👀 Season 2 Sneak Peek – We’re sharing early plans and big things coming next season! 📢 Be part of the chat, drop your questions, and help us wrap up Season 1 in style! 💖 Thanks to everyone who’s supported us through 30 episodes of chaos, nostalgia, and competitive climbing. Here’s to many more! 🔔 Don’t forget to: ✅ Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Turn on Notifications ✅ Drop your favourite PokéCast memory in the chat or comments! #PokéCastEP30 #LivePodcast #SeasonFinale #PokemonPodcast #BradAndMike #SinnohAdventure #PokémonTCG #PokemonNews #FunnyMoments #PokemonCommunity

    1h 42m
  3. JUN 26

    Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Set Revealed & EUIC Returns to London! | PokéCast EP29

    Mega HYPE this week on **PokéCast w/ Brad & Mike**! 🚨 We break down all the **latest Pokémon announcements**, including the **return of EUIC** to **London in 2026** — Mike’s already booking his flight 🎟️. PLUS, the new **Pokémon TCG set "Mega Evolution"** is officially announced! Could **Mega Rayquaza** be soaring back with a **Storm Emerald** set in Japan? The **Hoenn trumpets** are blaring! 🎺 🎮 Over in Sinnoh, Brad continues his epic journey through **Canalave City** and the **Iron Islands**, but not without a few surprises and memes along the way. Will his team survive Byron’s Gym? Will Mike’s nostalgia for XD Gale of Darkness break through? Let’s find out. 🛫 **Today’s Sponsor:** Drifblim Regional Soaring Service & Kalos’s Roller-blading Service 📣 **Content Creator Shoutout:** [@trainerseanxp](https://www.instagram.com/trainerseanxp) --- ### ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Opening 03:15 - Today's Sponsor - Drifblim Regional Soaring Service and Kalos’s Roller-blading Service 07:40 - Seamless Story of all recent Sponsors?! 08:34 - Best Bits of the PokéCast Episode?! 09:33 - EUIC IS BACK IN LONDON IN 2026!!!! 14:05 - What's PTM most excited to see at EUIC? 16:00 - Our next Pokémon TCG set - Mega Evolution! 17:42 - New JP Pokémon TCG Trademark - Storm Emerald?! - Mega Rayquaza?! 21:50 - Next Pokémon TCG Pocket Set - Eevee Grove 22:45 - Next Pokémon event in Paris - Mega Evolution?! 23:44 - Brad's continuation of his Sinnoh Journey 27:00 - Brad's Prank for you! 28:25 - Blissey memes 28:45 - To Canalave City and the Iron Islands! 38:21 - Brad's Canalave City Gym time! 43:00 - Mike's Canalave City Gym time - Mike still has his OG Pokémon XD Gale of Darkness teams?! 46:00 - Time for the Canalave Library and where does Brad’s adventure go next?! 50:15 - Question of the Day w/ Brad & Mike - What are you looking forward to most in the Mega Evolution era ahead 54:28 - Content Creator Shoutout - trainerseanxp 55:47 - Closing --- 🎧 Don’t forget to **subscribe**, hit the 🔔 for notifications, and share your **favourite Mega Evolution** or **EUIC memory** in the comments! \#PokemonTCG #MegaEvolution #PokémonPodcast #PokéCastEP29 #EUIC2026 #SinnohAdventure #TCGPocket #PokémonNews

    58 min
  4. JUN 19

    Mega Evolution Hype, Newcastle Card Show Pickups & Ranked TCG Pocket Begins! | PokéCast Ep 28

    Mega Evolution HYPE is here! 🔥 In Episode 28 of The PokéCast w/ Brad & Mike, we go all-in on the future of Mega Evolutions across Pokémon titles — from TCG Pocket to potential returns in Legends ZA, and even dream scenarios like Mega Greninja! Could it be real?! 🎟️ Mike breaks down his day at the Newcastle Card Show, including the pickups, trades, and the long-awaited SIR Greninja from Twilight Masquerade! 🚨 Surprise twist! Brad reveals he’s jumped back into ranked mode in Pokémon TCG Pocket. How’s the climb going in Season 3? 🌟 This week’s sponsor: Solaceon Town Daycare! – Quote "The PokéCast" and get 5 free levels on your Pokémon! 📣 Creator Shoutout: Golden Gibbon - all your brilliant Pokémon daily content! ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Opening 03:40 - Sponsor - Solaceon Town Nursery! 07:00 - What's on the show today?! 07:53 - The Newcastle Card Show - What did Mike pickup? 10:40 - Mike Finally has the SIR Greninja from Twilight Masquerade 13:30 - Brad has been playing TCG Pocket ranked again?! 19:00 - Mega Evolution coming to TCG Pocket - Brad & Mike's hot take 21:30 - Ruby and Sapphire TCG Pocket set?! Stadium cards and more Megas? 25:34 - Pokémon NAIC Champions and next stop, Worlds 2025 - What will they announce? 28:20 - Do we see Mega Greninja in Legends ZA?! 29:30 - Where's Ash-Greninja?! - Can you imagine a new card?! 30:30 - Legends ZA Hype, Pokémon X&Y Anime - we're all ready for more adventures in Kalos! 33:40 - QUESTION OF THE DAY - What is one of your Favourite Moments across all of Pokémon? - Mike & Brad answer theirs! 39:45 - Content Creator Shoutout - Golden Gibbon 40:50 - Closing

    42 min
  5. JUN 12

    Switch 2 Hands-On, TCG Pocket Ranked Results and Sinnoh Safari Returns! | PokéCast Ep 27

    We're BACK on safari! 🦁🚙 In Episode 27 of the PokéCast w/ Brad & Mike, we return to the Sinnoh Region to continue our nostalgic deep dive, taking on Crasher Wake, Fantina, the Great Marsh, and even some intense Team Galactic moments! But first... 🕹️ Nintendo Switch 2 has ARRIVED, and Mike has it in-hand! Hear our first impressions of games like Scarlet & Violet in 4K/60FPS, upcoming titles, and whether Brad is locking in a console of his own. 🔥 We also wrap up the Ranked Season in Pokémon TCG Pocket. Did Mike or Brad hit Master Rank? Find out who climbed the highest and how it all went down. 🛠️ Today’s Sponsor: Brock's Drying Pan Service – Because it's not just a frying pan. 📣 Content Creator Shoutouts: Galarexplorer (Ben) – Pokémon lore and game deep divesBRADLLLEEYY – Our very own co-host’s content journey🎧 New episodes weekly – Subscribe and join the adventure! ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Opening  04:50 - Sponsor - Brock's Drying Pan Service  08:00 - News Round-up! - Mike got the Nintendo Switch 2! Mario Kart - Pokémon Scarlet & Violet in Full 4K, 60FPS  16:35 - Pokémon Legends ZA Release Date and upcoming Pokémon Presents  17:40 - Brad is locking in a Pokémon Nintendo Switch 2  18:50 - Pokémon Pocket Ranked Season Concluded - Where did Mike and Brad place  27:38 - The continuation of the Sinnoh Region  30:00 - Brad takes on Crasher Wake  33:25 - The Great Marsh  35:40 - Brad's Rival Battle and Team Galactic  37:50 - Mike's Location where his Grotle first evolved to Torterra  39:59 - Celestic Town  41:10 - Brad's Fantina Battle  43:40 - Ash's Counter Shield technique vs Fantina  48:30 - Content Creator Shoutout - Galarexplorer - Ben  49:48 - Content Creator Shoutout - BRADLLLEEYY  50:40 - Closing

    52 min
  6. JUN 5

    Switch 2 Pokémon Updates ARE INSANE?! + Gen 10 Predictions 🔥 | PokéCast Ep 26

    Is Pokémon about to look better than ever? 👀 In Episode 26 of The PokéCast w/ Brad & Mike, we dive into the HUGE Switch 2 upgrades coming to Pokémon games — including potential 4K 60FPS updates for Scarlet & Violet and more! Plus, we talk about which older games might get a glow-up. 🔥 We also throw down some bold Gen 10 predictions — new mechanics? New regions? Mike and Brad lay it all out with their hottest takes. 🎮 Mike breaks down his latest Pokémon TCG: Destined Rivals pre-release experience and new streaming adventures with Legends Arceus. Meanwhile, Brad has his mind blown when Mike drops the insane post-game twist from Ultra Sun & Moon... RAINBOW ROCKET RETURNS?! 🧁 Today’s Sponsor: Aloha’s Malasada Shop – Grab one before your next battle! 📣 Content Creator Shoutout: Elly_TCG – For top-tier TCG content and wholesome vibes. 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and let us know: What game do YOU want updated on Switch 2? ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Opening 03:44 - Todays Sponsor - Aloha's Malasada Shop 08:00 - Who Wants to be a Pokémonaire is coming back?! 09:18 - Episode 50 WILL BE A LIVE PokéCast w/ Brad & Mike 14:15 - PTM's Gaming Streams are LIVE - Pokémon Legends Arceus 15:25 - Pokémon Destined Rivals Pre Release 18:20 - Nintendo Switch 2 - Updates to Existing Games - 4K 60FPS Scarlet & Violet?! 31:45 - Other Pokémon Games on Switch getting HDR Updates?! 34:10 - Mike's take on what Generation 10 is going to be like? 37:37 - Brad's take on what Generation 10 is going to be like 38:45 - Mike shares the realisation of post-game in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon 44:28 - What's the next Pokémon Remaster - which region next? 52:52 - Content Creator Shoutout - Elly_TCG 53:30 - Closing

    55 min
  7. MAY 29

    Our Ultimate Team of 6 Pokémon Revealed! 🔥 | TCG Pocket Climb Update | PokéCast Ep 25

    In Episode 25 of The PokéCast w/ Brad & Mike, we're diving deep into something every Pokémon fan loves — building the perfect team of 6! 🏆 Mike and Brad reveal their favourite 6 Pokémon of all time, share why they love them, and what each one means to them. From Charizard to Cyndaquil, expect surprises, nostalgia, and passionate picks! We also check in on our journey up the Pokémon TCG Pocket Ranked Ladder — are we getting close to Master Rank? 🔔 Stick around to see if your favorite Pokémon made our list, and don’t forget to tell us YOUR ultimate team in the comments! 💡 This week’s sponsor: Kalos's Tower of Mastery — Master the art of Mega Evolution! 🎥 Content Creator Shoutout: Huge love to Sazandaru Ryu for all your Pokémon and nerd-culture vlogs! ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Opening 03:52 - Sponsor - Kalos's Tower of Mastery! 08:36 - What's happening in today's episode? 11:25 - Sun & Moon Anime 14:49 - Update on the Pokémon TCG Pocket Climb! 21:30 - Favourite 6 Pokémon - Mike's Pick: Charizard 25:23 - Brad's First Pick: Wingull 27:07 - Mike's Second Pick: Swampert 29:15 - Brad's Special Shoutout 30:01 - Brad's Second Pick: Entei 31:38 - Mike's Third Pick: Torterra 33:42 - Brad's Third Pick: Ninetales 36:36 - Mike's Fourth Pick: Heracross 39:15 - Brad's Fourth Pick: Gengar 41:31 - Mike's Fifth Pick: Metagross 44:56 - Brad's Fifth Pick: Mega Altaria 46:53 - Mike's Sixth Pick: Ash-Greninja 55:47 - Brad's Sixth Pick: Cyndaquil 59:55 - Tell Us What Your Favourite 6 Pokémon Are! 01:00:30 - Shoutout to  @Chazingdra   for Inspiring This Week’s Episode! 01:02:57 - Pokémon Content Creator Shoutout:  @sazandaroryu   01:04:14 - Closing

    1h 6m
  8. MAY 22

    Can We Name EVERY Johto Pokémon in Order?! 🧠🔥 | Ultimate Pokédex Challenge! | PokéCast Ep 24

    Can YOU name every single Johto Pokémon… in order?! 🧠💥 In **Episode 24 of the PokéCast w/ Brad & Mike**, two Pokémon Masters are back with a jam-packed episode full of competitive tips, ranked dreams, and one intense Pokédex challenge! 🔥 🎮 **Mike shares his journey climbing the Ranked Ladder** in Pokémon TCG Pocket — can he reach **Master Rank** before the season ends? 🧠 **Brad breaks down his top 3 tips** for beginners who want to jump into the competitive Pokémon TCG Pocket scene. 💥 And we ask the big question: **Will Mega Evolution come to TCG Pocket in the future?** What would it look like? Plus, in this week’s hilarious **challenge**, Brad and Mike attempt to **name every Johto Pokémon in Pokédex order** from memory. Time’s ticking — can they complete the full Johto dex before the clock runs out? ⏱️ 💡 Today’s sponsor: **Pokémon Trainer Mike’s Game Show Streams** – trivia, prizes, and TCG chaos every week! --- ### ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Opening 04:08 - Today’s Sponsor - Pokémon Trainer Mike Game Show Streams! 08:42 - Mike’s Pokémon TCG Ranked Ladder Climb! 11:40 - Brad’s Top 3 Tips to Start Playing Competitive 18:24 - Does Mega Evolution Come to Pokémon TCG Pocket in the Future?! 23:35 - Let the Johto Dex Challenge Commence! 57:28 - Content Creator Shoutout: Rita_Poke_Girl 58:28 - Closing --- 🎧 **Subscribe** for weekly episodes filled with TCG breakdowns, challenge segments, spicy theories, and more from two Pokémon-obsessed Masters. 💬 Drop a comment: **How far have YOU climbed the ladder in TCG Pocket?** And could you name all 100+ Johto Pokémon in order? \#PokémonTCGPocket #MasterRankChallenge #JohtoDexChallenge #PokéCast #PokémonPodcast #MegaEvolutionTCG #TCGCompetitive #TCGPocketTips #PokémonRankedLadder

    59 min

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Welcome to The Pokécast – your ultimate Pokémon podcast with Brad and Mike! Whether you're a seasoned Pokémon Master or a casual fan, this is the place for you! Join us as two great friends dive into everything Pokémon, from the latest updates to nostalgic trips down memory lane. Here’s what you can expect during your time with us: The latest Pokémon news and announcements Revisiting our best Pokémon memories over the years Pokémon Anime news Pokémon TCG (Trading Card Game) insights / news Pokémon games, including old favourites and new releases Pokémon clothing, merch, and so much more!Over time, we will feature exciting interviews with Pokémon content creators and special guest appearances from the Pokémon community. Whether you’re listening on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or any other platform, you’re in for a treat!If you love all things Pokémon, you're in the right place! Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride with us as we explore the wonderful world of Pokémon.Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on your favourite platform – it helps us reach more Pokémon fans like you!