Episode 13 - Pokemon/Monster In My Pocket

This week, I'm joined by Olivia, to discuss two respective childhood passions with some similarities - the Pokemon and Monster in My Pocket franchises!  We discuss our introduction to the brands as kids, our passion for collecting and exploring these worlds, and the origins, inspirations and symbolism behind the monsters in each series. Olivia talks about how her recent acquisition of Pokemon Shield for the Nintendo Switch has helped her cope with lockdown, and I share how similar rediscovery of my childhood MIMP figures (and a very expensive sticker album!) has helped me deal with a very odd year.  0.00 Pokemon 0.47 Monster In My Pocket You can find the show on Twitter at @EGoat_pod (or tweet at me on @D_Faggiani) and email us with any feedback on [email protected]. All our episodes so far are now on Spotify,  our YouTube channel, and Apple Podcasts! Do follow us wherever you prefer. Olivia previously appeared on episode 4 of the show, where we discussed South Park! Check it out. Olivia can be reached on Twitter on @olivia_broome or on Instagram via @oliviaxbroome. All original intro, outro and other incidental music in this and prior episodes recorded and made available by kind permission of Richard Gilbert. NOTES Pokemon is obviously a very widely discussed cultural phenomenon, almost 25 years on from its launch. Obviously the greatest manifestation of the entire franchise is this late nineties promotional TV linking clip featuring Lou Bega. Enjoy. Monster in my Pocket hasn't left quite such a big cultural footprint, but you can have a look at the Series 1 and Series 2 monsters on this fan wiki. The controversy over the Kali figure in the British Hindu community is referenced in this piece by Don Jolly.