Special Episode: Capes Make The Man!

Part 2 of The Legend of Thunder!  Jimmy and Marina are joined by two familiar character who can't remember their own names, and Attila and Hun continue to defy nature in more ways than one.  Raikou doesn't trust humans, and Marina takes a leaf out of Ash Ketchum's book.
Click here to listen!


 And go to PIRN and Pokepress for all things Pokemon!  Music, interviews, game demos and more!  Things are changing in the new year, and you want to keep up with it!

I've also got some new stuff for 2016...  For both my new podcast, Professional Dork, and the Pikapi Podcast bonus episode, you should check out my Patreon page, right this way!

Special Episode: Side Characters Unite!

Today's episode does not feature Ash, though he manages to worm his way in there towards the end.  It's actually about some other characters who set out from New Bark Town, and how they foil a Team Rocket plot!  Could Ash get along with Jimmy and Marina?  Why do Attila and Hun wear non-regulation uniforms?  And is Pokemon a Fantasy or Sci-fi world?  All this and more, right this way!

What's going on with PIRN?  Well, they've got some changes going down on their site, so if you love how they've been bringing you diverse and wonderful Pokemon music, you'll definitely want to head over and read all about it!

Episode 230: For Unto Us, A Phanphy Is Born!

The day has arrived!  The egg is finally ready to hatch, and we can meet Ash's newest team member!  Of course, there's going to be a few trust issues in the begining, courtesy of Team Rocket.  Tune in to see Ash and Phanphy bond!  

And you should definitely stop by Pokepress at their site or on Youtube, for all sorts of videos and interviews about Pokemon! 

Episode 229: Whodunnit?

Day two of the Marathon brings us a mystery, and a less than competent detective.  Cilan would be ashamed.  And I feel a little sorry for the Kangaskhan that gets stuck in the middle.  Click here to hear if Officer Jenny ever solves this case, and whodunnit!

And go to PIRN and Pokepress for all things Pokemon!  Music, interviews, game demos and more!

Episode 228: Gary Returns!

The Pikapi Podcast Holiday Marathon kicks off, and what a great episode to start with!  Gary comes back, and he's actually gained some social skills since we last saw him.  Really, he's so nice!  Also, I drop my real name on the show, which I guess makes this podcasting thing legit now.  And Ash competes in a race that gets hijacked by Team Rocket (they always do...).  Click here to hear all about it!

Also, Game demos?  Real Life tourney winners?  Cosplay?  DVDs and Music?  PIRN and Pokepress have you covered!  Give them a watch and a listen, for all kinds of Pokemon fun!

Episode 227: Jingle Bells!

It's Christmastime in the city!  No?  Well, another day of faith and folklore, where Ash and company return to Tin Tower and ponder the return of the great Poke-kami, Ho-oh.  The bells in the tower have stopped ringing, and that may mean something important.  Certainly, a guy named Eusine thinks so, and he's not too happy about Ash's propensity to see legendaries at every turn.  Tune in to meet Eusine, and hear the episode!

And guess what?  The Pokemon movies 1-3 are having a US release on BluRay!  Yeah!  Just in time for Valentines Day, and nothing says "I love you" like cuddling up with a Pokemon flick!  You agree with me, right...?  Anyway, if you want to find out more, you should head on over to www.pirnradio.blogspot.com  and read more!

Episode 226: Every Little Eevee

We're back in Ecruteak City, and meeting up with some old friends.  Lucky for Team Rocket, it would be a shame if they'd never gotten the chance to use this plan they've cooked up.  What plan, you ask?  What friends?  Well, you'll just have to tune in and listen, won't you?

PIRN and Pokepress are getting into the holiday spirit!  Head this way for Pokemon music with a holiday theme, or this way to hear about Diancie releases and Pokemon Super Mystery Dungeons!

Episode 225: The Force Is With Us!

This episode gets taken over by Star Wars discussion and some other things... but I swear it's still a Pokemon podcast!  Today, Bulbasaur takes center stage, and maybe finds a new career?  Tune in to hear about that!

PIRN and Pokepress are getting into the holiday spirit!  Head this way for Pokemon music with a holiday theme, or this way to hear about Diancie releases and Pokemon Super Mystery Dungeons!

Episode 224: Finally Fighting!

We're finally going to have that gym battle, guys!  For real, this time!  Who wins?  Or, more importantly, how?  Which pokemon will Ash use?  All these questions can be answered by clicking here!  

 Also, Game demos?  Real Life tourney winners?  Cosplay?  Music?  PIRN and Pokepress have you covered!  Give them a watch and a listen, for all kinds of Pokemon fun!

Episode 223: Airplane!

The kids have one last obstacle before arriving in Olivine City and having that gym battle.  They need transportation... and since no one is willing to wait another second, it leads to some rash decision making.  They never should have stepped foot in that plane... What plane, you ask?  Tune in to find out!

And go to PIRN and Pokepress for all things Pokemon!  Music, interviews, game demos and more!

Episode 222: Birds of Paradise!

The conclusion to the three-part Lugia arc!  Will parent and child be saved, will human/pokemon relations be smoothed over, will Team Rocket (either one) be thwarted?  And why is this episode so violent?  It's a fun ride, finishing up our journey through the Whirl Islands!  Wanna know what happens?  Click here to listen!

And you should definitely stop by Pokepress at their site or on Youtube, for more info on MewTwo's original voice actor, who is very much not deceased!  An unusual behind the scenes look, but very informative!

Episode 221: Baby Lugia In Peril!

How do you save a legendary pokemon?  Well, first, you attack it's mom.  No, really, that's the plan these kids are going with.  Also, Jessie and James should be dead about five times over...  It's a werid episode, but so much fun!  Continuing off of the last, Ash and Ritchie have to save Baby Lugia before Mommy Lugia gets captured to!  How will this end?  Tune in to find out!  

 Also, check out PIRN and Pokepress for all your Pokemon fandom needs!  And to hear the interview with Mewmore, head on over to Pokepress, at their site or on Youtube!

Episode 220: The Clone Saga, Part 2!

So that Pikachu from last episode is our old friend Sparky.  And that mysterious pokemon is pretty familiar, too.  In fact, a LOT of familiar faces are showing up in this episode.  It's a good ol' reunion, so tune in to see who shows up!

And you can also check out PIRN, to see what songs show up on the station!  Maybe you'll discover a new favorite!

Episode 219: You Give My Heart Wings!

Love is in the air, along with a mysterious pokemon, dropping silver wings all over the place.  On today's island, the town is known for Silver Wing themed jewelry, but it takes a backseat to one man's quest for true love.  And no, it's not Brock... Tune in to listen!

And to hear the interview with Mewmore, head on over to Pokepress, at their site or on Youtube!

Episode 218: The Truth Will Send You Blasting Off!

There's a devious plot afoot, but it's not set by the bad guys, but the good guys?  Well, good and bad gets a little grey in this episode, I think Ash is going to have a little trouble sleeping tonight.  Tune in to find out why!

And go to PIRN and Pokepress for all things Pokemon!  Music, interviews, game demos and more!

Episode 217: Ash vs Misty!

It's about time!  Only the moment we've been waiting for all arc, the day when Ash and Misty face each other in a professional tournament!  Too bad that moment is over so quickly...  And Team Rocket's plans aren't so well thought out, but the real problem may be Whirl Cup security.  Tune in to hear about that debacle, right here!

Also, Game demos?  Real Life tourney winners?  Cosplay?  Music?  PIRN and Pokepress have you covered!  Give them a watch and a listen, for all kinds of Pokemon fun!

Episode 216: Whirling Dervish!

The preliminaries are over, people!  Time for some real matches!  Ash and Misty fight for the right to progress in the Whirl Cup, we meet a sea priestess who may or may not have aura powers, and Team Rocket sells snack concessions for lack of any other opportunities.  Also, random Batman postulating.  Tune in to hear what I'm talking about!

Pokepress talks Pokemon in Nintendo games!  Why no cameos?

Episode 215: The Tournament Begins!

The Whirl Cup gets underway, with registration and the preliminary bouts.  Also, a B plot about an Octillery?  Or is it the A plot, with the tournament taking a backseat?  You make the call, after tuning into the show!

Also, another tournament, one happening in real life!  Pokepress covered Pokemon Worlds 2015!  Want to know who the winners are?  Check out their blog, for Juniors and Masters TCG, and Seniors VGC!

Episode 214: Sunken Treasure!

Almost at the Whirl Cup, the kids are taking the final boat ride to Red Rock Isle!  Should have just taught Misty's pokemon Surf, but okay... However, there is a detour, we're going to do some diving!  What will we find on the ocean floor?  Tune in to find out...

 Also, check out PIRN and Pokepress for all your Pokemon fandom needs, music and interviews, actors, directors, gamers, cosplay... endless discoveries to be made! 

Episode 213: A Seaside Adventure!

Another late Double Feature weekend, sigh... but not to worry, today's episode has Misty encountering a bunch of Corsola, and since she's been raving about wanting to catch one, this is the day she will prove her mettle as a Water Pokemon Trainer.  Good luck to you, Misty!  Tune in to see if she succeeds!  

And go to PIRN and Pokepress for all things Pokemon!  Music, interviews, game demos and more!

Episode 212: You Light Up My Life!

Hey, double feature weekend!  Ash and his team got derailed again, and Misty fails to catch any corsola, but she does see another water pokemon that could be useful to her team.  Tune in to meet Chinchou!  There's also a lot of tangents about Ash's age, whether or not pokemon water attacks are drinkable, and so much more!

And a demo of Pokken Tournament, via Pokepress!  This game looks so fun!  Visit them on Youtube for this and many other demos/exclusives/Let'sPlays, etc!

Episode 211: Fly, Pidgey, Fly!

It's a long one today, full of rants and tangents.  Pokemon eat each other, Pikachu and Ash are totally different, Pokemon 2000 soundtrack, Pluto is not a planet, scientists actually doing things and words that encapsulate all of Master Quest.  Definitely not one to miss!

And visit Pokepress to read an interview with Pam Sheyne, co-writer of “Wonderland”, “The Extra Mile” and “One” from Pokémon 2000!

Episode 210: Whirl Me Around!

It's the start of a new story arc, a tournament!  No, not the Silver Conference, not yet, but we are in Master Quest, and the Whirl Cup is kicking off!  Not only will Ash compete, but also Misty!  In the meantime, we catch up with Professor Elm, and is that the magical whale song I hear?  Tune in to fine out!

Also, check out PIRN and Pokepress for all your Pokemon fandom needs, music and interviews, actors, directors, gamers, cosplay... endless discoveries to be made! 

Episode 209: Manly Tears!

We meet Chuck, leader of the Cianwood gym and just full to the brim with enthusiasm... I think he might be a bad influence on Ash... Tune in to hear why, and also, how that gym battle goes!

And interested in collecting a DVD set of the Johto Journeys?  Head on over to Pokepress to find out about the latest box set release!

Episode 208: By The Sea!

We're finally at Olivine City!  It's not quite as eventful as we'd hoped, and we won't be staying long, but we will meet the gym leader, Jasmine.  And Arbok, well, Arbok need to rethink life a little... Tune in to fine out why...

Also, visit PIRN Radio to stream Pokemon music to your heart's content! Music and Behind-the-scenes stuff?  What more could you want, right?

Episode 207: Milk Drink, Does A Body Good!

Our last adventure before hitting Olivine City!  Thank goodness!  Legend says there's a secret pokemon oasis out in the desert that heals hurt and missing pokemon.  Nurse Joy doesn't know if it's true, but Ash's Cyndaquil is going to find out up close and personal.  Tune in to hear how that goes.

Also, check out PIRN and Pokepress for all your Pokemon fandom needs, music and interviews, actors, directors, gamers, cosplay... endless discoveries to be made! 

Episode 206: For The Love Of Water Pokemon!

still not at Olivine City... sigh...

Okay, team, we're not at Olivine City, but we have stumbled across something cool.  A very famous Pokemon Center, with an impressive legacy of Nurse Joys.  But... someone doesn't love Water Pokemon, Misty's gonna get a Beedrill in her bonnet about that... How will this resolve?  Or will it resolve at all?  Tune in to find out!


Also, Trading Card Game winners?  Cosplay?  Music?  PIRN and Pokepress have you covered!  Give them a watch and a listen, for all kinds of Pokemon fun!

Movie Episode 4: Does Anyone Know What Time It Is?

Oh my goodness, guess what time it is!  It's... Movie Tiiiiime!  Yes, today we go through Pokemon 4ever, or that Celebi movie, and I have a lot to say, some of it even positive!  Tune in to listen!

Other things you should listen to?  This interview and this interview by Pokepress, on Pokemon Symphonic evolutions!  By all accounts, it was a pretty great show.

And I guested on Train Station at 8 this week, you should check them out!  We talk pokemon music, among other great topics!

Episode 205: Hiding In Plain Sight!

Another day, another new encounter.  Today our kids discover the pokemon, Kecleon.  Wait, isn't that supposed to be native to Hoenn?  Yes, but this pair of chameleons might be far from home.  Tune in to meet Greeny and Reddy!

Also, did I mention I'm starting another podcast?  'Cause I am... ON-gaku, OFF-gaku.  All sorts of Japanese music, recommended for you!

Interested in other aspects of the Pokemon fandom?  Pokepress loves covering all corners of our nerdy community!  For example, remember Pokemon Symphonic Evolutions?  I flailed a bit about it, but in case you forgot, Pokepress has been covering that topic, with some new perspectives!
Speaking of music, you should also visit PIRN Radio, for Pokemon music available 24/7!

Episode 204: Taking a Dip in the Pool!

It's a hot summer's day, and I'd love to cool off with a refreshing swim.  SO would a local Rhydon, but since when can those mobile mountains use Surf?  That's a question, right up with "will these kids ever get to Olivine City?"  Tune in to see if either of those get answered.

And Pokepress has more coverage of the 2015 Midwest tourney.  Watch this interview to see what kind of deck gets you into the top 4!  

Episode 203: Action Star!

A cute filler episode about an action star turns into a hyper-nerdy discussion of Pokemon speech.  How far does Meowth's interpretation abilities go?  Tune in to listen, then write in with your thoughts!

And tune in to Pokepress' YouTube Channel to meet the winner of the 2015 Midwest VGC, Master's division!

Episode 202: High Hopes!

We're back on course after our trip through time for a high-flying adventure.  Meowth has a couple things to prove it seems, enough that he wants to win a contest honestly?  Jessie and James think he must be sick... Judge for yourself, and listen to the episode!

Also, visit PIRN Radio to stream Pokemon music to your heart's content! Music and Behind-the-scenes stuff?  What more could you want, right?

We're going back in time, guys!

Inside the Viridian Forest, Ash is set to catch some Pokemon.  Let's see how his "not weakening it first" strategy is working for him...(Redone!  This episode was lost, and since I have not the means or know-how to recover it, I re-recorded the whole thing.  How does it compare?  How does it feel to hear a voice from the future?)

Click here to listen!  

Also, check out PIRN, the Pokemon Internet Radio Network, for all your pokemon music needs, past, present and future!

Episode 201: Fortune's Favor!

The gang meets a fortune teller and his son performing with their Natu, but Junior here seems to have a little stage fright.  I approve and relate to this kid's plight, more so than all the other episodes dealing with performance anxiety, and while you may not care about that, you should care about Mackenzie, he and his Natu are pretty cute.  Also, the Magikarp salesman makes a return.
Click here to listen!

 And don't forget to check out PIRN, the Pokemon Internet Radio Network, for 24/7 pokemon music!  You know you want to ;)

Episode 200: How To Lose A Bayleef In Ten Days

Not only is it main series episode 200, but it's also a Bayleef episode!  The universe loves me!  Ash and Bayleef have to adjust to the changes from last episodes evolution, and is it just me, or is someone being just a little OOC?  Hmmm, tune in to decide...

Wanna know about Roaring Skies "Delta Plus"?  You should head on over to Pokepress, to watch interviews from the pre-release!  This way!  or check out PIRN, the Pokemon Internet Radio Network.

Episode 199: We Missed You, Chikorita!

Okay, back on track with another episode about one-sided love.  Sort of, it's a Chikorita episode, sooner or later, the topic comes up.  There's a semi-abandoned building, tons of electric pokemon and even... well, I wouldn't want to spoil! ;)  You'll just have to click here to tune in.

Wanna know about Roaring Skies "Delta Plus"?  You should head on over to Pokepress, to watch interviews from the pre-release!  This way!  or check out PIRN, the Pokemon Internet Radio Network.

Episode 198: A Match Made In Heaven!

Summer Break is upon us, or at least most of us.  If you've still got a couple weeks or some finals, hang in there!
I was run ragged through my own finals, but survived and am ready to get back on track, with episode 198 going up today and 199 going up Monday.  That puts us back on track for the coming weekend with... episode number 200.  And it's one of my favorite topics. :)
For now, 198 is a tale of love and heartbreak, a match between two people who are so alike, it's actually kind of creepy... Will Brock actually get a girlfriend?  Tune in to find out!

Also, all the music you could ever want, more interviews and behind the scenes stuff than you can imagine, all sorts of nerdy Pokemon fun can be had by clicking on these two links! Pokepress and PIRN Radio, filling your day with music, information, and more! 

Episode 197: Paint the Town!

In a show called 'Pokemon', you would normally expect a Pokemon Battle, right?  Or for Pokemon to use attacks... This episode breaks the mold!  Tune in to hear why, right here!

Also, all the music you could ever want, more interviews and behind the scenes stuff than you can imagine, all sorts of nerdy Pokemon fun can be had by clicking on these two links! Pokepress and PIRN Radio, filling your day with music, information, and more! 

Episode 196: Queen For A Day!

Jessie becomes the Queen of all Pokemon, and rules with just as much benevolence as you'd expect from her.  How did she get such an honor?  And what's the catch, because there always is one.  Well, you'll just have to listen to find out.  Also, unexpected hero of the day:  Golbat!

Want to hear the kind of deck that gets somebody to the top four in TCG states?  Want April Fools Day mock-news, and other Pokemon fun?  Head on over to Pokepress and PIRN Radio to fill your day with music, information, and on April Fool's Day, antics! 

Episode 195: Don't Speak! I know Just What You're Sayin'...

There is so much to talk about, and it's all about talking!  Yes, pokemon language, a topic I love so much!  Ash meets a dude who claims he can talk to pokemon, and his name isn't Natural Harmonium.  Is this guy legit, or a schemer?  Can humans learn pokemon speech, and can pokemon even understand humans in the first place?  All rabbit holes to go down, here on Pikapi Podcast!  Click here to listen!

And don't forget to check out PIRN, the Pokemon Internet Radio Network, for 24/7 pokemon music!  You know you want to ;)

Episode 194: Pokemon Sumo!

What is Pokemon Sumo?  It's an alternative to Pokemon Battles, and we all know how fun those can be!  Tune in to hear about Snorlax winning matches on guts alone! (Really)

Also, visit PIRN Radio to stream Pokemon music to your heart's content! Music and Behind-the-scenes stuff?  What more could you want, right?

Episode 193: Taking A Sick Day!

Brock is out sick, and Ash and Misty are in charge while he recovers.  Are they going to be okay, or will they burn the forest down?  I don't have much confidence in them, but then again, Ash has some unexpected botany skills, so... maybe they're not completely helpless without Brock?  Tune in to hear all about it!


Also, be sure to stop by PIRN and check out what's new!  Music, interviews, petitions and more!

Episode 192: Follow That Wobbuffet!

Wobbuffet leads us on a merry chase through the city... and that's all you need to know.  Really, I could tell you more, but why sell past the close?  Tune in to hear about Wobbuffet's misadventures and the woes of the poor humans who have to follow him!

Wanna know about directing a dub?  Want to hear how jokes are adapted from one language to another?  Then you'll definitely want to catch this interview...
In fact, all the interview segments with Tom Wayland have been organized into a neat little playlist!  So head on over to Pokepress and listen!

Episode 191: The Return of Flaming Moltres!

What would you do if every kid in town had a Dunsparce but you? Try to catch one, of course!  But unfortunately for our character of the day, there's no Dunsparce in sight.  Can Ash help with that?  Also, the return of James as a FLAMING MOLTRES!  Tune in to hear how today's adventure goes!

Like behind the scenes info?  Want to know more about the voices and direction behind Pokemon's English adaptation?  Pokepress can hook you up!  They've got some new interviews up with Tom Wayland and Bryce Papenbrook, dishing out all sorts of interesting tidbits. 
Tom Wayland and Bryce Papenbrook, Red and Pokemon Origins, Creature Voices, Directing the Pokemon Dub  Click the links to visit their YouTube channel and watch!

Episode 190: Fool Me Twice!

Ash spends the day learning all about Arcanine, and Team Rocket spends the day fooling the twerps again, and again... and again...  They are on a roll today... Click here to listen to the episode!

Like behind the scenes info?  Want to know more about the voices and direction behind Pokemon's English adaptation?  Pokepress can hook you up!  They've got some new interviews up with Tom Wayland and Bryce Papenbrook, dishing out all sorts of interesting tidbits. 
Tom Wayland and Bryce Papenbrook, Red and Pokemon Origins, Creature Voices, Directing the Pokemon Dub  Click the links to visit their YouTube channel and watch!

Episode 189: Captured On Film!

Todd finally gets all close and personal with Articuno, but will he manage to immortalize the experience with a Polaroid?  And is that Jigglypuff I see?  Welcome back, friend!  Tune in to hear the episode!

Want to find out about some of the new cards from Primal Clash?  Pokepress covered the TCG Primal Clash pre-release!  Why don't you head on over and check it out?

Episode 188: Three Little Piggies!

The search for Articuno continues, but our heroes get a little side-tracked looking for hot springs.  Ash's lunch got stolen, you knew he wouldn't let that go... Tune in to hear the episode!

And don't forget to check out PIRN, the Pokemon Internet Radio Network, for 24/7 pokemon music!

Episode 187: Take A Picture, It'll Last Longer!

Our kids run into an old friend... Todd Snap?  What are you doing out in this neck of the woods?  Tune in to find out...

Also, Makoto has taken on a second podcast, As The Multiverse Turns.  If you're into comic books and superheroes, go on and give it some love!

Also, be sure to stop by PIRN and check out what's new!  Music, interviews, petitions and more!

Episode 186: The Teddybear's Picnic!

Cute does not equal good, not in this episode.  A little Teddiursa is causing some trouble for our heroes, but Misty may be too blinded by the adorable factor to notice.  Can Ash's Pokemon clear their names?  Tune in to find out!


And don't forget to check out PIRN, the Pokemon Internet Radio Network, for 24/7 pokemon music!  You know you want to ;)

Episode 185: Go Towards The Light!

Mysterious lights in the sky and water pokemon living in a near-desert?  What strange wonders has Ash stumbled across this week?  Tune in to find out...

Also, be sure to stop by PIRN and check out what's new!  Music, interviews, petitions and more!

Episode 184: Shine On You Crazy Fog Badge!

Ash's badges get stolen!  How did this happen?  Will he catch the feathered criminals?  And most importantly, why is everyone so off their game today? Click here to hear more!

Head over to PIRN, the Pokemon Internet Radio Network, for Pokemon music and holiday themed fun! Also, the ORAS soundtrack is now for sale! Click the link to learn more...

Episode 183: A Spot Of Tea!

Ash meets the Kimono Girls, Misty meets a fellow younger sibling, and Team Rocket tries to fit in but inevitably fails...  Click here to listen!
What are your Pokemon predictions for the year 2015?
Also, head over to PIRN, the Pokemon Internet Radio Network, for Pokemon music and holiday themed fun!  Or, stop by Pokepress' Soundcloud page to hear a brand new interview up with Brian Steckler, co-writer of "Catch Me If You Can" from the Pokemon First Movie soundtrack!  Check it out!