Pokeca Talk - REAL TALK about the Pokemon Card Game, collecting, art & everything in between.We have launched our brand NEW podcast! How exciting! In this episode, we dive deep into the Pokémon TCG scene, past, present, and future. We talk about the origins of this podcast, share stories from Japan’s card shops, and reflect on the highs and lows of recent set releases like Black Bolt White Flare and Prismatic Evolutions. We also explore topics like market burnout, collector culture, the evolution of set design, and our thoughts on the upcoming 30th Anniversary. Expect honest takes, behind-the-scenes insights, and a bit of nostalgia along the way.01:01 - Welcome to Pokéca Talk 02:31 - How This Podcast Came to Life 05:23 - The Big Hiatus – Why We Were Gone 06:21 - Julian’s Japan Adventure 11:11 - Why Black Bolt White Flare Is Better Than Glory of Team Rocket 13:51 - The Rise of Simplified Chinese Pokémon Cards 18:08 - Do Japanese Card Shops Discriminate Against Foreigners 21:31 - Japan Trip Videos Are Just a Snapshot 27:28 - First Time in Japan Tips for Pokémon Collectors 30:01 - The Mega Evolution Set First Impressions 37:32 - Why Modern Sets Have No Strong Themes 43:47 - Trainers and Pokémon Sets Have Wasted Potential 48:01 - Does the Mega Evolution Set Lack Identity 53:01 - Why Black Bolt White Flare Was an Artist’s Dream 56:21 - The Mega Evolution Set How We Really Feel 01:05:56 - Master Ball Umbreon Hype 01:08:40 - Are Pokémon Cards Less Fun Now 01:12:02 - Sun and Moon Special Arts Peak Card Design 01:16:51 - Is Mega Evolution the Beginning of the End 01:21:54 - Pokémon TCG 30th Anniversary Expectations 01:24:25 - International Exclusives Good or Bad 01:30:08 - Will Chinese Pokémon Cards Crash 01:34:23 - Why Primal Hates the Current Market 01:37:31 - Share This Podcast and What’s Next