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Purified Podcast Episode 282: Batter Up Steeled! It’s time to step up to the plate, Trainers! In Episode 282, we’re swinging into action with a steel-heavy lineup and some exciting returns in Pokémon GO. From powerful raids to PvP shakeups, this week is packed—so let’s break it all down! Today’s Research Topics: We revisit a fan-favorite with the return of Gigantamax mayhem in Replay Kanto Gigantamax!https://pokemongo.com/news/replay-go-bigger-2026 Steel-types take center stage in Steeled Resolve!https://pokemongo.com/news/steeled-resolve-2026 Things get even more intense with Taken Over! bringing that classic Team GO Rocket chaoshttps://pokemongo.com/news/steeled-resolve-taken-over-2026 The Master Ball League (MBL) makes its return—are you ready to battle at the highest level?https://pokemongo.com/news/mlb-2026 And don’t miss out on Shadow Entei Raid Day!https://pokemongo.com/news/shadow-entei-raid-day-2026 Main Series TeeHee…We also chat about the latest Champions Release and highlight the Orlando Championship scene! Anything else, Chris!?You know there’s always more—tune in for extra thoughts, reactions, and community vibes. Thank you for listening!You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more! If you enjoy the show, please leave us a review—it really helps! Shoutout to our amazing patrons! Gym Leaders:Matty G, Espeon Willow, KJ Da Man, Herbert, Brandi, Pjtrjt, FischerJZE, James Executive Producers:Monkeybread, Xander, KateTheKonz, Tish Smith Elite Four:Ozark Renee Giovanni:BorisYeah 📩 Contact Us!Email: [email protected]/Voicemail: TBA 🎮 Watch us LIVE!Join us Sundays at 9PM EST on Twitch: https://twitch.tv/PureLighter ▶️ YouTube Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS 🌐 Part of the Professor Network:https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast 💬 Join our Discord:https://discord.gg/ynzeTda 📱 Follow us on Socials:@PurifiedPodcast@PureLighterGO@PKMNtriggerplz We want to hear from you—feedback is always welcome! Disclaimer:Pokémon and all respective names are © Nintendo. Pokémon GO is © Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic, The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast 🎵 Music Credits:The Greatest Bits – Pokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix)SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-themeSpotify: spoti.fi/2k7NiNGApple Music: apple.co/2tASClqGoogle Play: bit.ly/2sxTF5VDeezer: bit.ly/2r9tBwxAmazon: amzn.to/2shV6RR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Purified Podcast Episode 281: Max Level! Are you chasing Shiny Hundos, building PvP monsters, or just grinding your way to the top? In Episode 281, we dive into what it really means to hit Max Level in Pokémon GO and beyond! From event recaps to the wild possibilities of Level 80 stats, we break down what the future could look like—and how prepared you really are. We kick things off with a recap of recent and current events, highlighting the biggest wins, surprises, and maybe a few misses along the way. Then we jump straight into this week’s hottest topics: Today’s Research Topics: Egg-cellent Adventure 2026https://pokemongo.com/news/an-egg-cellent-adventure-2026 Replay: Riolu Hatch Dayhttps://pokemongo.com/news/replay-riolu-hatch-day-2026 GO Pass April Updatehttps://x.com/SerebiiNet/status/2037582083162272165 This Week in Pokémon GO We also sprinkle in some Main Series Teehee discussion and take a look at what’s happening in the wider Pokémon world, including the arrival of TCG Mega Shine and its Emblem Event. Plus—are there any other games worth your time right now? We’ve got thoughts. And of course… Anything else, Chris!? Thank you for listening!You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more! If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving us a review—it really helps! Special Thanks to Our Supporters! Gym Leaders:Matty G, Espeon Willow, KJ Da Man, Herbert, Brandi, Pjtrjt, FischerJZE, James Executive Producers:Monkeybread, Xander, KateTheKonz, Tish Smith Elite Four:Ozark Renee Giovanni:BorisYeah Catch us LIVE on Twitch every Sunday at 9PM EST!https://www.twitch.tv/PureLighter Watch past episodes here:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS Check out the Professor Network:https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast Connect with Us!Twitter/X: @PurifiedPodcast | @PureLighterGO | @PKMNtriggerplzDiscord: https://discord.gg/ynzeTdaEmail: [email protected]/Voicemail: TBA We wanna hear from you—your feedback helps shape the show! Disclaimer:Pokémon and all respective names are © Nintendo. Pokémon GO is © Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic, The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. Music Credits:The Greatest Bits – Pokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix)https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-theme #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Purified Podcast Episode 280: Fancy Ghost?! 👻✨ Welcome back, Trainers! This week, we’re diving into a spirited mix of updates, events, and main series chatter that might just haunt your gameplay—in a good way! Today’s Research Topics: April Dump of News!Stay up to date with all the latest announcements and surprises Niantic dropped this month:https://x.com/PokemonGoApp/status/2034676432165560719 April Community Day – Tinkatink!Get ready to hammer down with April’s featured Pokémon and bonuses:https://pokemongo.com/news/communityday-april-2026-tinkatink Sustainability Week!Go green with themed spawns, bonuses, and eco-friendly rewards:https://pokemongo.com/news/sustainability-week-2026 Main Series Teehee! Shiny Set Mega Shine (March 25th!)Check out the latest shiny showcases and updates:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wV2sEFVhJFU Champions VGC returns April 8th!Competitive battles are heating up—are you ready? Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness is out now!A nostalgic return to a fan-favorite title! Anything else, Chris!? 👀 Connect With Us! We’d greatly appreciate it if you leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more! 📺 Join us LIVE on Twitch!Sundays @ 9PM ESThttps://twitch.tv/PureLighter 🎥 Catch the full episode playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS 🌐 Check out the Professor Network:https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast 💬 Join our Discord:https://discord.gg/ynzeTda 📧 Email: [email protected]📱 Text/Voicemail: TBA 📲 Follow us:@PurifiedPodcast@PureLighterGO@PKMNtriggerplz Special Thanks to Our Patrons! 💙 Gym Leaders:Matty G, Espeon Willow, KJ Da Man, Herbert, Brandi, Pjtrjt, FischerJZE, James Executive Producers:Monkeybread, Xander, KateTheKonz, Tish Smith Elite Four:Ozark Renee Giovanni:BorisYeah Music Credits:The Greatest Bits – Pokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix)Spotify: https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-themeMore links:spoti.fi/2k7NiNGapple.co/2tASClqbit.ly/2sxTF5Vbit.ly/2r9tBwxamzn.to/2shV6RRbit.ly/2qkrJQC Thank you for listening, Trainers! Your support means everything—see you next episode! Pokémon and all respective names are Trademark & © Nintendo. Pokémon GO is Trademark & © Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic, The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Purified Podcast Episode 279: Fancy Dittos! Welcome back to another stylish episode of the Purified Podcast! This week, we’re diving into some dazzling updates and exciting events happening across Pokémon GO and beyond. Today’s Research Topics: ✨ GO Memories – Take a nostalgic trip and celebrate your journey:https://pokemongo.com/go-memories 👗 Fashion Raid Day! – Dress to impress and battle in style:https://pokemongo.com/news/fashion-raid-day-2026 🍬 Sweet Nights! – Treat yourself with this sugary event:https://pokemongo.com/news/night-treats-2026 🎉 GO Fest Chicago Pre-Info – Get ready for the ultimate in-person experience:https://pokemongo.com/en/gofest/chicago/in-person-experiences Main Series TeeHee – As always, we sprinkle in some fun and thoughts from the main series world. TCG Pocket – Ranked mode is here along with a brand-new Drop Event! Time to test your skills and collect those rewards. Anything else, Chris!? – You already know… we might go off the rails a bit 😄 A huge THANK YOU to our amazing community and supporters: Gym Leaders:Matty G, Espeon Willow, KJ Da Man, Herbert, Brandi, Pjtrjt, FischerJZE, James Executive Producers:Monkeybread, Xander, KateTheKonz, Tish Smith Giovanni:BorisYeah 🎧 Thank you for listening! You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more. If you enjoy the show, please leave us a review—it really helps! 📺 We go live every Sunday at 9PM EST on Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/PureLighter ▶️ Check out our YouTube playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS 🌐 Learn more about us and the Professor Network:https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast 💬 Join our Discord:https://discord.gg/ynzeTda 📩 Email: [email protected]📱 Text/Voicemail: TBA Follow us on socials for updates and weekly news:@PurifiedPodcast@PureLighterGO@PKMNtriggerplz We wanna hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Thank you for listening and being part of the Purified family! 💜 Pokémon and all respective names are Trademark & © Nintendo 1996–2019. Pokémon GO is Trademark & © Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic, The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast Intro/Outro Music:The Greatest Bits – Pokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix)https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-theme Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Purified Podcast – Episode 278: Shockingly Memories! ⚡ This week on the Purified Podcast, we’re diving into a shockingly packed episode of Pokémon GO news and beyond! With the Memories in Motion season rolling along, there’s plenty to talk about as new events, announcements, and surprises keep Trainers busy. ⚡ Gigantamax Pikachu Max Battle DayGet ready to power up your teams as Gigantamax Pikachu makes waves in Max Battles! We discuss what Trainers should expect and how to prepare for this electric showdown.https://pokemongo.com/news/gigantamax-pikachu-max-battle-day-2026 ⚡ A Shockingly Good Time EventAnother electric-themed celebration is coming to Pokémon GO! We break down the event bonuses, featured Pokémon, and what you should prioritize while it’s live.https://pokemongo.com/news/a-shockingly-good-time 🎮 Pokémon Presents Recap!A brand-new Pokémon generation was revealed along with several exciting updates across the franchise. We talk about our reactions, the biggest announcements, and what this means for the future of Pokémon. 🎉 GO Fest UpdatesMore information about this year’s GO Fest has been revealed, and we catch up on the details we may have missed and what Trainers should start preparing for now. We take a quick look at some fun and interesting happenings across the main series and the broader Pokémon world. 🏆 Pokotia Game Ranking SurpriseOne Pokémon-inspired title is suddenly climbing the ranks as one of the best games ever — we discuss the buzz around it. 🃏 TCG Pocket Pack Opening!Nothing beats the thrill of opening packs! We dive into the latest pulls and excitement from Pokémon TCG Pocket. And of course…Anything else, Chris!? Gym LeadersMatty G, Espeon Willow, KJ Da Man, Herbert, Brandi, Pjtrjt, FischerJZE, and James Executive ProducersMonkeybread – Xander – KateTheKonz – Tish Smith GiovanniBorisYeah Thank you for supporting the show and helping make the podcast possible! Thank you for listening! You can find the Purified Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more. If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving us a review — it helps us grow! 🎙 Join us LIVE!The podcast records live on Twitch every Sunday at 9 PM EST. Come hang out and join the discussion!https://twitch.tv/PureLighter 📺 YouTube Playlisthttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS 🌐 Professor NetworkPurified Podcast is part of the Professor Network!https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast Follow us on social media for updates and weekly Pokémon GO news! Twitter / X@PurifiedPodcast@PureLighterGO@PKMNtriggerplz 💬 Join the Discordhttps://discord.gg/ynzeTda 📧 [email protected] 📱 Text / VoicemailTBA We want to hear from you — feedback is always welcome! Pokémon and all respective names are Trademark and © of Nintendo (1996–2019). Pokémon GO is Trademark and © of Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic, The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast 🎵 Intro & Outro MusicThe Greatest Bits – Pokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix) SoundCloudhttps://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-theme Spotifyhttps://spoti.fi/2k7NiNG Apple Music / iTuneshttps://apple.co/2tASClq Google Play Musichttps://bit.ly/2sxTF5V Deezerhttps://bit.ly/2r9tBwx Amazon MP3https://amzn.to/2shV6RR SoundCloudhttps://bit.ly/2qkrJQC ⚡ Thanks for listening, Trainers! See you next week! ⚡ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Purified Podcast Episode 277: Memories in Motion! The new season has arrived in Pokémon GO, and there’s a LOT to talk about! In Episode 277 of the Purified Podcast, we dive into the brand new Memories in Motion season and break down the huge wave of announcements dropping throughout March. From events and Community Day excitement to major celebrations across the Pokémon franchise, this episode is packed with news and discussion! • Memories in Motion Seasonhttps://pokemongo.com/seasons/memories-in-motion • March News Dumphttps://x.com/PokemonGoApp/status/2026401899092603336 • March Community Day – Scorbunnyhttps://pokemongo.com/news/communityday-march-2026-scorbunny • Bug Out Event 2026https://pokemongo.com/news/bug-out-2026 • GO Pass – March 2026https://pokemongo.com/news/go-pass-march-2026 • Pokopia Celebration Eventhttps://pokemongo.com/news/pokemon-pokopia-celebration-event-2026 • Pokémon 30th Anniversary Celebrationhttps://pokemongo.com/news/pokemon-30th-anniversary • Replay Water Research Dayhttps://pokemongo.com/news/replay-water-research-day-2026 • Pokémon GO Fest 2026 Ticket Optionshttps://pokemongo.com/news/gofest-2026-ticket-options If time allows, we’ll also talk about some highlights from the latest Pokémon Presents and what it could mean for the future of Pokémon games and Pokémon GO! And of course… Anything else Chris!? Thank you for listening! You can find the Purified Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more! If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving us a review — it helps more trainers find the podcast! Gym LeadersMatty G • Espeon Willow • KJ Da Man • Herbert • Brandi • Pjtrjt • FischerJZE • James Executive ProducersMonkeybread • Xander • KateTheKonz • Tish Smith GiovanniBorisYeah This podcast is recorded LIVE on Twitch!Join us Sundays at 9PM EST for the live discussion:https://twitch.tv/PureLighter Watch the full episode playlist on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Email: [email protected] or Voicemail: TBA Purified Podcast is part of the Professor Network!Check us out and meet the team:https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast @PurifiedPodcast@PureLighterGO@PKMNtriggerplz Join the Purified Discord!https://discord.gg/ynzeTda Pokémon and all respective names are © Nintendo. Pokémon GO is © Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic, The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. Intro & Outro Music:The Greatest Bits – Pokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix)https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-theme Spotify: spoti.fi/2k7NiNGApple Music / iTunes: apple.co/2tASClqGoogle Play Music: bit.ly/2sxTF5VDeezer: bit.ly/2r9tBwxAmazon MP3: amzn.to/2shV6RRSoundCloud: bit.ly/2qkrJQC #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Purified Podcast Episode 276: Super Mega Kalos! The road to Kalos heats up as HUGE updates arrive in Pokémon GO and beyond! This week, we break down major Mega Evolution changes, prepare for GO Tour: Kalos Global, and dive into some spicy PvP discussions. Whether you're grinding battles or planning your event strategy, we’ve got you covered. Today’s Research Topics! 🔥 Mega Evolution Update!Big changes are coming to Mega Evolutions — what’s new, what it means for raids, and how you should prepare moving forward.https://pokemongo.com/news/mega-evolution-2026-update 🎟️ GO Tour: Kalos Global Early Purchase DealEarly ticket bonuses are live! We discuss whether it’s worth grabbing now and what trainers should expect leading into the big event.https://pokemongo.com/news/gotour-road-to-kalos-live 🗺️ Preparing for Kalos Tour GlobalOur tips, strategies, and must-do prep so you’re ready when the global celebration begins! ⚔️ PvP — Get GOOD, Get REKT!Battle talk returns! We discuss the current PvP landscape and how trainers can improve their gameplay. 👀 PvP UPDATE?!New PvP adjustments are on the horizon — we analyze what’s changing and how it could shake up the meta.https://pokemongo.com/news/pvp-updates2026 🎮 Main Series TeeHee TCG Pocket reveals Paldea Wonders FireRed & LeafGreen rumored to be arriving on Nintendo Switch! And of course… Anything else, Chris!? Thank you for listening!You can find Purified Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more! Please consider leaving us a review — it helps the show grow tremendously. 🎙️ Watch Us Live!We record LIVE every Sunday at 9PM EST on Twitch:https://Twitch.tv/PureLighter YouTube Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS We wanna hear from you — feedback is always welcome! 📧 Email: [email protected]📱 Text or Voicemail: TBA Special Thanks to Our Patrons! Gym Leaders:Matty G, Espeon Willow, KJ Da Man, Herbert, Brandi, Pjtrjt, FischerJZE, James Executive Producers:Monkeybread, Xander, KateTheKonz, Tish Smith Giovanni Tier:BorisYeah Follow Us for Weekly Updates!@PurifiedPodcast@PureLighterGO@PKMNtriggerplz Join our Discord!https://discord.gg/ynzeTda Purified Podcast is part of the Professor Network:https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast Pokémon and all respective names are © Nintendo. Pokémon GO is © Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic, The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast Intro & Outro Music — The Greatest BitsPokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix)https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-theme Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Purified Podcast Episode 275: Lunar Coins! 🌙🪙 It’s time to cash in those Lunar Coins as we break down everything happening this week in Pokémon GO, plus a little Main Series “teehee” on the side! 🧧 Lunar New Year 2026 Eventhttps://pokemongo.com/news/lunar-new-year-event-2026 🤝 Notable Trainers! (GO Tour: Kalos Community Meetups)https://pokemongo.com/news/go-tour-kalos-community-meetups 💘 Therian Forme Enamorus Raid Day!https://pokemongo.com/news/enamorus-therian-raid-day-2026 🐱 Gigantamax Meowth Max Battle Day!https://pokemongo.com/news/gigantamax-meowth-max-battle-day-2026 We also jump into some Main Series goodness—PLUS someone pulled a TCG Pocket God Pack?! 👀🔥 (You know it’s coming.) Gym Leaders: Matty G, Espeon Willow, KJ Da Man, Herbert, Brandi, Pjtrjt, FischerJZE, and JamesExecutive Producers: Monkeybread, Xander, KateTheKonz, Tish SmithGiovanni: BorisYeah Thank you for listening! You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more! ⭐Please leave a review—it helps a ton! 🎥 This podcast starts live on Twitch!Join us Sundays @ 9pm EST: Twitch.tv/PureLighter ▶️ YouTube Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS We wanna hear from you!!! Feedback is always welcome!Purified Podcast is part of the Professor Network — check us out here:https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast Socials:@PurifiedPodcast@PureLighterGO@PKMNtriggerplz 💬 Join our Purified Discord!https://discord.gg/ynzeTda 📧 Email: [email protected]📱 Text or Voicemail: TBA Pokémon and all respective names are trademark & © of Nintendo 1996–2019. Pokémon GO is trademark & © of Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic Inc., The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast 🎵 Intro/Outro Music: The Greatest BitsPokémon Red and Blue theme (Summertime Remix)SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-themeSpotify: spoti.fi/2k7NiNGApple Music / iTunes: apple.co/2tASClqGoogle Play Music: bit.ly/2sxTF5VDeezer: bit.ly/2r9tBwxAmazon MP3: amzn.to/2shV6RRSoundCloud: bit.ly/2qkrJQC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Purified Podcast Episode 274: Road of Love! 💘🚗✨ Love is in the air, Trainers—and so is a road trip’s worth of Pokémon GO news! This week on the Purified Podcast, we break down all the latest event announcements, GO Pass updates, and what’s coming next as we head toward Kalos! 🌳 PokePARK Kanto Launch!https://pokemongo.com/news/ppk_launch 🎯 Catch Mastery: Oricorio!https://pokemongo.com/news/catch-mastery-oricorio-2026 🛣️ Road to Kalos Event!https://pokemongo.com/news/road-to-kalos-event 🎟️ GO Pass: February 2026https://pokemongo.com/news/go-pass-february-2026 💝 Valentine’s Day 2026 Event!https://pokemongo.com/news/valentines-day-2026 We’ve got a little Main Series talk sprinkled in too… because we simply can’t help ourselves 😄 A brand new set is here: Fantastical Parade!We talk best pulls, what to chase, and what we’re hoping to see next! You KNOW we had to ask. 👀 Matty G, Espeon Willow, KJ Da Man, Herbert, Brandi, Pjtrjt, FischerJZE, and James Monkeybread, Xander, KateTheKonz, Tish Smith Thank you for listening on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more!⭐ If you enjoy the show, we’d greatly appreciate a review—it helps a ton! This podcast starts live on Twitch: Twitch.tv/PureLighterJoin us Sundays @ 9PM EST for live discussions! 📺 YouTube Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS Purified Podcast is part of the Professor Network!Check us out here:https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast 🐦 Socials: @PurifiedPodcast / @PureLighterGO / @PKMNtriggerplz💬 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/ynzeTda📧 Email: [email protected]📱 Text or Voicemail: TBA Pokémon and all respective names are trademark & © of Nintendo (1996–2019). Pokémon GO is trademark & © of Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic Inc., The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast 🎵 Intro/Outro Music: The Greatest Bits — Pokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix)SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-themeMore links: spoti.fi/2k7NiNG | apple.co/2tASClq | bit.ly/2sxTF5V | bit.ly/2r9tBwx | amzn.to/2shV6RR | bit.ly/2qkrJQC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Purified Podcast Episode 273: Spirit of Carnival! 🎭🔥 The confetti is flying and the news is STACKED! This week on the Purified Podcast, we dive headfirst into the Spirit of Carnival as Pokémon GO brings the heat with battles, events, leaks, and updates you don’t want to miss. Ho-Oh Max Battle Weekend – The Legendary phoenix rises in a massive Max Battle event!👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/ho-oh-max-battle-weekend-2026 Save the Date! – Season 22 tease has Trainers speculating already.👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/save-the-date-s22 The Leak 👀 – Let’s talk about what LeekDuck uncovered and what it could mean.👉 https://x.com/LeekDuck/status/2014662395004682424?s=20 Weekly Challenges Update – Changes are here—are they a W or an L?👉 https://pokemongo.com/en/post/pgo-weekly-challenges-2025 February Community Day: Vulpix & Alolan Vulpix – Fire and Ice take the spotlight!👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/202601_communityday-february-2026-vulpix Spirit of Carnival (Carnival of Flamigo!) – Festive vibes, new spawns, and shiny potential!👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/carnival-of-flamigo-2026 Teehee — because sometimes chaos is the content. A brand new expansion drops this Thursday! What does it mean for the meta? We break it down. Anything else, Chris!? 👀 Gym Leaders:Matty G, Espeon Willow, KJ Da Man, Herbert, Brandi, Pjtrjt, FischerJZE, and James Executive Producers:Monkeybread, Xander, KateTheKonz, Tish Smith Thank you for listening! You can find the Purified Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more. ⭐ If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving us a review—it really helps! 🎥 We go LIVE on Twitch!Join us Sundays at 9PM EST 👉 https://twitch.tv/PureLighter ▶️ YouTube Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS 📧 Email: [email protected]📱 Text or Voicemail: TBA 🌐 Part of the Professor Network:Check us out at https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast @PurifiedPodcast @PureLighterGO @PKMNtriggerplz💬 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/ynzeTda We wanna hear from you—feedback is always welcome! Pokémon and all respective names are trademarks & © of Nintendo, Game Freak, and The Pokémon Company. Pokémon GO is © Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic, Inc., Nintendo, or The Pokémon Company. 🎶 Intro & Outro Music:The Greatest Bits – Pokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix)SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-theme #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast Thank YOU for listening! 🙌 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Purified Podcast Episode 272: Shadow Pals! The shadows are moving, Trainers! 😈 In Episode 272 of the Purified Podcast, we break down all the latest Pokémon GO news as Team GO Rocket makes their move and Shadow Pokémon take center stage. Plus, some spicy main series nitpicks, TCG warnings, and Pokémon Day hype! Today’s Research Topics: Shadow Takeover!Team GO Rocket is back at it — we cover the details, bonuses, and what you need to prep for this shadowy event.👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/precious-pals-tgr-2026 Shadow Raid Day!Shadow Raikou storms into raids! We discuss counters, strategies, and whether it’s worth the grind.👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/shadow-raikou-raid-day-2026 Into the Depths!A mysterious new event dives deep — spawns, bonuses, and what Trainers should be watching for.👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/into-the-depths-2026 Main Series Nickpick: TCG Deluxe Pack return — buyer beware! Pokémon Day predictions — what are we expecting, and what might surprise us? Anything else, Chris!? 👀 Thank you for listening! You can find the Purified Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more. If you enjoy the show, we’d greatly appreciate a review! Follow our social media accounts for quick info on weekly changes and breaking news: @PurifiedPodcast @PureLighterGO @PKMNtriggerplz 📧 Email: [email protected]📞 Text or Voicemail: TBA 🎮 Live Show:We record live on Twitch! Join the discussion Sundays at 9PM EST👉 https://twitch.tv/PureLighter ▶️ YouTube Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS 💬 We wanna hear from you — feedback is always welcome!Purified Podcast is part of the Professor Network. Check us out, meet the team, and see all the awesome projects we’re part of:👉 https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast 💬 Join our Purified Discord:https://discord.gg/ynzeTda Thank YOU for listening! 💜Pokémon and all respective names are trademarks & © of Nintendo (1996–2019). Pokémon GO is trademark & © of Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic, Inc., The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast Intro & Outro Music:The Greatest Bits – Pokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix)🎵 SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-theme🎧 Spotify: spoti.fi/2k7NiNG🍎 Apple Music / iTunes: apple.co/2tASClq▶️ Google Play Music: bit.ly/2sxTF5V🎶 Deezer: bit.ly/2r9tBwx🛒 Amazon MP3: amzn.to/2shV6RR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Purified Podcast Episode 271: Zappy Pals! ⚡ Welcome back, Trainers! This week on the Purified Podcast, we’re diving into electric energy, adorable companions, and some surprising changes shaking up Pokémon GO. Tune in as we break down the latest news, share our thoughts, and ask the big question… Anything else, Chris!? ⚡ High Zaptitude!https://pokemongo.com/news/high-zaptitude-2026 🐾 Precious Pals!https://pokemongo.com/news/precious-pals-2026 🌍 A Shift in Spawns?!Major changes to wild encounters may be happening—what does this mean for Trainers?https://pokemongohub.net/post/news/pokemon-go-spawn-update-causes-major-changes-to-wild-encounters/ 🎴 TCG Pocket – Brand new set Crimson Blaze is here, and Ranked battles have officially started!🎮 Pokémon Legends Z-A – Season 5 is underway! What surprises could be coming next? Thank you for listening! You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more. If you enjoy the show, we’d greatly appreciate a review—it really helps us out! 📺 We go live every Sunday at 9PM EST on Twitch!Join the discussion at: https://twitch.tv/PureLighter ▶️ YouTube Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS Follow us on social media for quick updates throughout the week:@PurifiedPodcast@PureLighterGO@PKMNtriggerplz 💬 Join our Purified Discord:https://discord.gg/ynzeTda 📧 Email: [email protected]📱 Text or Voicemail: TBA Purified Podcast is part of the Professor Network!Check us out, meet the team, and see all the awesome work we do:https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast 🎶 Intro & Outro Music:The Greatest Bits – Pokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix)SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-themeSpotify: spoti.fi/2k7NiNGApple Music / iTunes: apple.co/2tASClqGoogle Play Music: bit.ly/2sxTF5VDeezer: bit.ly/2r9tBwxAmazon MP3: amzn.to/2shV6RRSoundCloud: bit.ly/2qkrJQC Pokémon and all respective names are trademarks & © of Nintendo / The Pokémon Company / Game Freak. Pokémon GO is a trademark & © of Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic, Inc., The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast ⚡ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Purified Podcast – Episode 270: Happy New Year! 🎉 Happy New Year, Trainers! 🥳 We’re kicking off 2026 with a brand-new episode of the Purified Podcast, breaking down everything you need to know as the year begins. From powerful Raid Days to fresh events and main series news, we’ve got a packed show for you! Kyurem Fusion Raid Day!Get ready to fuse and battle as Kyurem takes center stage in this special Raid Day event.👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/kyurem-fusion-raid-day-2026 Pinch Perfect Event!A brand-new event arrives with unique bonuses and featured Pokémon you won’t want to miss.👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/pinch-perfect-2026 January GO Pass!We break down the January GO Pass, rewards, and whether it’s worth the grind.👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/go-pass-january-2026 A Year in Recap!We look back at last year in Pokémon GO, talk about what surprised us most, and discuss what to expect moving forward into 2026. TCG Pocket gets a brand-new set: Crimson Blaze 🔥 Pokémon Legends Z-A Season 4 has officially started, featuring a new Mega Stone to acquire! Anything else, Chris!? 😄You never know what extra surprises or hot takes might pop up before the episode wraps! Thank you for listening! You can find the Purified Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more.⭐ We’d greatly appreciate it if you leave us a review—it really helps support the show! This podcast starts live on Twitch at https://twitch.tv/PureLighter🗓 Join us Sundays @ 9PM EST for live discussions and community interaction! YouTube Playlist:👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS Feedback is always welcome! 📧 Email: [email protected] 📱 Text or Voicemail: TBA Follow us on social media for quick updates throughout the week: @PurifiedPodcast @PureLighterGO @PKMNtriggerplz 💬 Join our Purified Discord:👉 https://discord.gg/ynzeTda Purified Podcast is part of the Professor Network!Check us out, meet the team, and see all the awesome work we do:👉 https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast Thank YOU for listening and supporting the Purified Podcast! 💙 Pokémon and all respective names are trademark & © of Nintendo (1996–2019). Pokémon GO is trademark & © of Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic, Inc., The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast The Greatest Bits – Pokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix) SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-theme Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2k7NiNG Apple Music / iTunes: https://apple.co/2tASClq Google Play Music: https://bit.ly/2sxTF5V Deezer: https://bit.ly/2r9tBwx Amazon MP3: https://amzn.to/2shV6RR SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2qkrJQC ✨ Happy New Year, and we’ll see you in the game! 🔍 Today’s Research of the Week!🎮 Main Series News!🎧 Where to Listen📺 Join Us Live!💬 We Want to Hear From You!🌐 Stay Connected🎵 Intro & Outro Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Purified Podcast Episode 269: Forever Friends! Welcome back, Trainers! Episode 269 is here and we’re breaking down a huge week in Pokémon GO news, starting with a Miami recap and rolling straight into a packed list of updates, events, and dates you don’t want to miss. ❄️ Holiday Event Part 1https://pokemongo.com/news/winter-holiday-part1-2025 🤝 Forever Friends! (Remote Trading Update)https://pokemongo.com/news/pgo-remote-trade-2025 🌌 Celestial Research Dayhttps://pokemongo.com/news/celestial-research-day-2025 🌱 January Community Day – Grookey!https://pokemongo.com/news/communityday-january-2026-grookey 🏙️ GO Fest 2026 – Chicago! Save the Datehttps://pokemongo.com/news/save-the-date-go-fest-2026 ❄️ Holiday Event Part 2https://pokemongo.com/news/winter-holiday-part2-2025 🐧 Community Day Classic – Pipluphttps://pokemongo.com/news/communitydayclassic-piplup-jan-2026 🎆 New Year’s Event 2026https://pokemongo.com/news/new-years-2026 And of course… Anything else, Chris!? 😄 Thank you for listening! You can find the Purified Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more. If you enjoy the show, we’d greatly appreciate a review—it really helps us out! 📺 Live Show:We go live on Twitch every Sunday at 9PM EST👉 https://twitch.tv/PureLighter ▶️ YouTube Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS 💬 We want to hear from you!Feedback is always welcome. 📧 Email: [email protected]📞 Text or Voicemail: TBA 🌐 Part of the Professor NetworkCheck us out, meet the team, and see what we’re all about:https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast @PurifiedPodcast@PureLighterGO@PKMNtriggerplz 💬 Join the Purified Discord:https://discord.gg/ynzeTda Pokémon and all respective names are trademark & © of Nintendo (1996–2019). Pokémon GO is trademark & © of Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic, Inc., The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. 🎵 Intro & Outro Music: The Greatest BitsPokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix)SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-themeSpotify: spoti.fi/2k7NiNGApple Music / iTunes: apple.co/2tASClqGoogle Play Music: bit.ly/2sxTF5VDeezer: bit.ly/2r9tBwxAmazon MP3: amzn.to/2shV6RRSoundCloud: bit.ly/2qkrJQC #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast 🎙️ Today’s Research Topics🔔 Socials Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Purified Podcast Episode 268: Armed and Ready! 🎙️ Welcome back, Trainers! Episode 268 brings a fully loaded week of news, and we’re diving right into all the chaos, hype, and surprises across Pokémon GO, the Main Series, and beyond! 🔫 Wells Armed!The latest Pokémon GO event is here—are you prepared?https://pokemongo.com/news/well-armed-2025 🌟 Big Boy Returns!Gigantamax Snorlax is back for Max Battle Day 2025, and he’s hungrier than ever!https://pokemongo.com/news/gigantamax-snorlax-max-battle-day-2025 🐌 Game State… The Lag is REALWe talk about the current state of Pokémon GO performance… and oh boy, there’s a LOT to unpack. 🔥 Pokémon Legends: Z-A DLC — NEW MEGA Revealed!A brand-new Mega Evolution is coming! We break down the reveal trailer and early impressions.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_UkrLROjkA 🃏 TCG Pocket: B1a drops in 2 weeks?We discuss timelines, early leaks, and what this might mean for the new meta. 🤔 Anything else, Chris?!(There’s always something.) Find the Purified Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more!We’d greatly appreciate it if you leave us a review—it really helps the show grow! 📧 Email: [email protected]💬 Text or Voicemail: TBA🎮 Watch Live on Twitch: Sundays @ 9pm ESTTwitch.tv/PureLighter ▶️ YouTube Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS 🌐 Part of the Professor Network:https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast @PurifiedPodcast@PureLighterGO@PKMNtriggerplz 💬 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/ynzeTda We always welcome feedback—we wanna hear from you! Music by The Greatest BitsPokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix)SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-themeSpotify: spoti.fi/2k7NiNGApple Music: apple.co/2tASClqGoogle Play: bit.ly/2sxTF5VDeezer: bit.ly/2r9tBwxAmazon MP3: amzn.to/2shV6RRSoundCloud: bit.ly/2qkrJQC Pokémon and all respective names are © Nintendo, Game Freak, and The Pokémon Company.Pokémon GO is © Niantic, Inc.Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Nintendo, Game Freak, The Pokémon Company, or Niantic. #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices