🎙️ Welcome to Episode 9 of The PokéCast with Brad & Mike! 🎙️

This week, we’re wrapping up our journey through FireRed & LeafGreen! From the game-changing new features to what made these remakes timeless classics, we dive into everything that made our Kanto revisit so special. Then, it’s time to take our very first steps into the Sinnoh Region! 🌟

We’ll share our first impressions of Diamond & Pearl, compare experiences, and reveal which starters we picked and why. It’s an episode packed with nostalgia, insights, and the start of an exciting new adventure!

We chat about:
🔥 The innovative features introduced in FireRed & LeafGreen!
🔥 Why these remakes were such a milestone for Pokémon fans.
🔥 Our first memories of Diamond & Pearl —what stood out the most?
🔥 Which starter Pokémon did Brad & Mike choose, and how did they impact their journeys?
🔥 And so much more!

Shoutout to this week’s sponsor: The Underground Experience! 🌍✨ Dive into the hidden wonders of Sinnoh and uncover treasures galore—don’t miss out!

This weeks creator shoutout goes to @deeppocketmonster and @Cherebi - Check them both out for amazing daily content across all platforms!

Grab your Poké Balls and join us as we close out Diamond & Pearl and embark on a new journey in Diamond & Pearl! Don’t forget to Subscribe, Like, and Share your favourite Sinnoh starter or FireRed & LeafGreen moment in the comments below!

TimeStamps:

00:00 - Opening
02:22 - Thank YOU!
02:59 - Sponsor - The Underground Experience!
05:51 - What Happened Last Week?
06:48 - What New Features were introduced in Fire Red & Leaf Green?
08:32 - Mike's Sad Childhood Story
13:13 - The Walk through Kanto.
16:13 - It's time for SINNOH
18:23 - Twinleaf Town
20:43 - Mike's First Experience of Diamond and Pearl
23:44 - Brad's First Experience of Diamond and Pearl
30:00 - Pictochat
31:13 - Start of the Adventure
31:45 - The Briefcase and Starter Pokemon Choice
33:27 - Brad's First Starter Pokemon
34:24 - PTM, Did what with his Starter?!
37:12 - Youtube Shoutout: Deep Pocket Monster & Cherebi
40:38 - Karaoke Time with Brad & Mike
42:47 - Mike's Turn
45:20 - Brad's Turn
46:38 - Mike Second Turn
48:30 - Brads second turn
51:39 - Legends ZA Plans
52:49 - Closing

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🎙️ Welcome to Episode 8 of The PokéCast with Brad & Mike! 🎙️

This week, we’re diving back into FireRed & LeafGreen for an epic journey through Victory Road, the Elite Four, and the final showdown with the Champion! 💪 Along the way, we’ll reminisce about our past teams, discuss the legendary Pokémon available in Kanto, and share plenty of laughs as we recall the challenges and surprises that made this part of the game unforgettable.

We chat about:
🔥 Taking on Victory Road—what gave us the most trouble?
🔥 The Elite Four & Champion battles—how did our teams hold up?
🔥 Hunting Kanto’s legendary Pokémon—who was the most elusive?
🔥 Our favorite strategies and memorable moments from this iconic stretch of the game!
🔥 And so much more!

Shoutout to this week’s sponsor: the S.S. Anne! 🛳️ Whether you’re setting sail for adventure or enjoying the sights, they’ve got your ticket to Pokémon fun!

Channel Spotlight: A huge shoutout to @Kozmicstar 🌟 Check out his incredible Pokémon content for top-tier insights and entertainment.

Grab your Poké Balls and join us for this legendary journey through FireRed & LeafGreen! Don’t forget to Subscribe, Like, and Share your favourite Elite Four or Victory Road memories in the comments below!

Timestamps:

00:00 - Opening
01:27 - Recap
02:37 - Brad's surprise for Mike
04:48 - Sponsor - SS Anne
07:40 - Catching Pokemon at Higher Levels rather than lower?
09:35 - Any Pokemon that was inspired from Gym Leaders that you used on your team?
11:45 - Any Pokemon that caught your eye when traversing through?
13:57 - Mike and the Hoenn Train
15:03 - Rival Time and Victory Road!
16:20 - Indigo Plateau time!
17:37 - Brad's First Team to take on the Elite Four
19:52 - Mike's First Team to take on the Elite Four
20:55 - Mike's Hot Take - Hitmonlee or Hitmonchan?!
23:05 - Mike's favourite Rock pokemon
23:19 - Elite Four - Lorlei
26:24 - Elite Four - Bruno
28:38 - Elite Four - Agatha
31:20 - Elite Four - Lance
34:33 - Champion - Rival
39:27 - Elite Four Rematches!
41:48 - Legendary Pokemon
59:43 - Brad realised what Ho-oh's name actually is
51:09 - What's Happening Next - Sinnoh?
52:28 - Shoutout of the Week - Kozmicstar
53:45 - Mike's favourite TCG Pull on stream
56:25 - Brad's been buying Surging Sparks packs?!
58:00 - Closing

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🎙️ Welcome to Episode 7 of The PokéCast with Brad & Mike! 🎙️

In today’s episode, we’re diving headfirst into some unforgettable Pokémon adventures! Mike shares his incredible experiences with Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness, a true classic for GameCube fans. Then, we begin our journey through FireRed & LeafGreen—the ultimate Kanto remakes that redefined Generation 1 nostalgia! From our very first moments with the game to a detailed walkthrough of the gym leaders and their powerful teams, this episode is packed with memories and insights.

We chat about:
🔥 Mike’s thoughts on Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness—why this game stands out!
🔥 Our first experiences with FireRed & LeafGreen—how did it compare to the originals?
🔥 A walkthrough of the gym leaders and their teams—what gave us the most trouble?
🔥 What makes Kanto so iconic and how these remakes honored the region!
🔥 And so much more!

Shoutout to this week’s sponsor: the Kanto Safari Zone! 🦏🌴 Use code PokéCast w/ Brad & Mike to get 50 bonus steps on your next Safari adventure!

This weeks content creator shout goes out to the very merry, @Chazingdra - A wonderful British Pokemon content creator, a humbling gent who does amazing streams, podcasts and more, please go show Charlie some love and subscribe!

Grab your Poké Balls and join us on this nostalgic journey through Pokémon XD and FireRed & LeafGreen! Whether you’re a long-time fan or revisiting Kanto for the first time, this episode is for you. Don’t forget to Subscribe, Like, and Share your favourite moments from these iconic games in the comments below!

TimeStamps:

00:00 - Opening
01:22 - Episode 6 Recap
02:36 - What's Coming Up
03:43 - Socials!
04:45 - Apologetic Harmonica
05:25 - Shoutout to PTM Cardigans
06:10 - Sponsor - Kanto Safari Zone
07:48 - Evolving and Star Wars?
08:53 - Brad plays Shining Pearl!
09:37 - Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness
11:05 - Which Starter was Chosen by Mike?
14:30 - Memorable Battles and New Features
16:25 - Gale of Darkness's Release
17:18 - How did you Purify Pokemon in this game?
18:58 - When did Mike get the game?
19:34 - Brad and Mike Pokemon Game Tier List?!
22:35 - The Journey of Pokemon Fire Red & Leaf Green
24:57 - PTM and Brad Showing their age!
25:22 - Brad's First Experience
26:57 - Mike's First Experience
31:01 - Brad's first Starter?
31:25 - Mike's first Starter?
31:47 - Walk through Kanto Gym Leaders
32:50 - Pewter City - Brock
35:10 - Cerulean City - Misty
37:24 - Vermillion City - Lt Surge
39:44 - Celadon City - Erika
41:55 - Fuschia City - Koga
45:50 - Saffron City - Sabrina
48:00 - Cinnabar Island - Blaine
48:25 - RELICANTH RETURNS
49:05 - Blaine continued
51:10 - Viridian City - Giovanni
54:10 - Youtuber Shoutout - Chazingdra Chat
56:00 - Brad's Ladyba
57:15 - Games with Brad and Mike
01:06:10 - Mikes Turn
01:18:40 - Wingull, Voltorb Pokesizes.
01:19:45 - What's next?
01:22:05 - Finish!

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