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The Blue Surge Podcast

by The Blue Surge

The Blue Surge Podcast is the longest continually running Pokémon TCG podcast. Hosted weekly by friends Mike and Joe, the duo give each other a Helping Hand to discuss what’s going on in the world of The Pokémon Trading Card Game. Whether they’re unpacking new meta changes, exploring the introduction of new cards, or dropping knowledge about upcoming strategies and synergies Mike & Joe will keep you involved and laughing on your morning commute, or on your next shiny hunt.Listeners, we want to hear from you and feature your stories! Talk to us on socials via linktr.ee/thebluesurgepod

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Episodes

  1. Nothing But Gratitude - Glory Of Team Rocket & Final Farewell - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 313)

    Thanks for listening! Twitter: @BlueSurgePod Facebook: The Blue Surge Podcast Twitch:twitch.tv/thebluesurge Anchor.FM: https://anchor.fm/thebluesurgepod Also Available on: Spotify Apple Podcasts Music Credited To @IbbyGulam Logo Credited To DesignEvo

  2. Set News Galore - Journey Together - Team Rocket Info & More - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 312)

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  3. Who Could Pokemon Collab With? - Heat Wave Arena Full List - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 311)

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  4. Joe’s Worst Nightmare - Pokemon Day Reactions - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 310)

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  5. A Diverse EUIC Recap - Heat Wave Arena Continues - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 309)

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  6. Feraligatr Did What! - Cynthia’s Crew From Heat Wave Arena - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 308)

    Thanks for listening! Twitter: @BlueSurgePod Facebook: The Blue Surge Podcast Twitch:twitch.tv/thebluesurge Anchor.FM: https://anchor.fm/thebluesurgepod Also Available on: Spotify Apple Podcasts Music Credited To @IbbyGulam Logo Credited To DesignEvo

  7. Eevee Falls Flat - Heat Wave Arena - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 307)

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  8. Let’s Talk About PAC - TCG Dead Week - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 306)

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  9. Conkeldurr Did What?! - Regional Recap - New Pocket Set - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 305)

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  10. Battle Partners Setlist Released - UK & Brazil Recaps - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 304)

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  11. Battle Partners Continues To Unravel - GLC Pool Gets Buffed - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 303)

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  12. Nick Joins The Show! - Rotation Announced & More - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 302)

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  13. Happy New Year! - You Can’t Spell Hop Without OP - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 301)

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  14. Happy Holidays! - Champions League - Iono’s Bellibolt & More - The Blue Sirge Podcast (Episode 300)

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  15. Mythical Island TCGP Review - Toronto Recap - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 299)

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  16. Journey Together Set Reveal - SPE Recap - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 298)

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  17. A Truly Diverse Meta - Stuttgart Regional Recap - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 297)

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  18. Miraidon’s Resurgence - Regional Recap - Joe’s First Big Mac - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 296)

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  19. Gholdengo’s Miss At Glory - Lugia VStar’s New Friend - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 295)

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  20. Will Terapagos Own LAIC? - Budew’s Triumphant Return - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 294)

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  21. Eevees Galore - TCG Pocket’s Meta - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 293)

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  22. TCG Pocket First Impressions - Terastal Festival’s Reveal - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 292)

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  23. So Many Coasters - ex Starter Decks & Eevee - Lille Recap - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 291)

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  24. Variety Defines Louisville - Supercharged Breaker Full Set - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 290)

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  25. Joe’s Back - Regional Recap - Scramble Switch & More Revealed - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 289)

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  26. Joe’s Big Adventure Pt.2 - Supercharged Breaker Reveals - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 288)

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  27. Joe’s Big Adventure Pt. 1 - Japan Champions League Recap - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 287)

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  28. Remember TCG Pocket? - Baltimore Recap - Our New Obsession - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 286)

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  29. Baltimore’s Secret Sleepers - Dragona Fully Revealed - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 285)

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  30. New Trademarks Push Z-A Further - Energy Search Pro & More - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 284)

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  31. Surging Sparks - B. Kyurem & More From Paradise Dragona - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 283)

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  32. Ancient Future Clash - Zoro’s Return - Dragona Reveals & More- The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 282)

    Thanks for listening! Twitter: @BlueSurgePod Facebook: The Blue Surge Podcast Twitch:twitch.tv/thebluesurge Anchor.FM: https://anchor.fm/thebluesurgepod Also Available on: Spotify Apple Podcasts Music Credited To @IbbyGulam Logo Credited To DesignEvo

  33. 2024 Worlds - Meta Draft, Post-Predictions & Fantasy Teams - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 281)

    Thanks for listening! Twitter: @BlueSurgePod Facebook: The Blue Surge Podcast Twitch:twitch.tv/thebluesurge Anchor.FM: https://anchor.fm/thebluesurgepod Also Available on: Spotify Apple Podcasts Music Credited To @IbbyGulam Logo Credited To DesignEvo

  34. Paradise Dragona Offically Revealed - Legends ZA Prediction - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 280)

    Thanks for listening! Twitter: @BlueSurgePod Facebook: The Blue Surge Podcast Twitch:twitch.tv/thebluesurge Anchor.FM: https://anchor.fm/thebluesurgepod Also Available on: Spotify Apple Podcasts Music Credited To @IbbyGulam Logo Credited To DesignEvo

  35. Would You X-Ray Packs? - Battle Compressor’s Rebirth & More - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 279)

    Thanks for listening! Twitter: @BlueSurgePod Facebook: The Blue Surge Podcast Twitch:twitch.tv/thebluesurge Anchor.FM: https://anchor.fm/thebluesurgepod Also Available on: Spotify Apple Podcasts Music Credited To @IbbyGulam Logo Credited To DesignEvo

  36. Tag Teams Potential Return - Shrouded Fable Delay’s Impact - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 278)

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  37. The 2024 Shrouded Fable Draft - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 277)

    Thanks for listening! Twitter: @BlueSurgePod Facebook: The Blue Surge Podcast Twitch:twitch.tv/thebluesurge Anchor.FM: https://anchor.fm/thebluesurgepod Also Available on: Spotify Apple Podcasts Music Credited To @IbbyGulam Logo Credited To DesignEvo

  38. Stellar Miracle’s Next Wave - Sylveon ex, Ceruledge ex & More - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 276)

    Thanks for listening! Twitter: @BlueSurgePod Facebook: The Blue Surge Podcast Twitch:twitch.tv/thebluesurge Anchor.FM: https://anchor.fm/thebluesurgepod Also Available on: Spotify Apple Podcasts Music Credited To @IbbyGulam Logo Credited To DesignEvo

  39. The Spider, The Tree, and The Hare - Stellar Miracle Reveals - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 275)

    Thanks for listening! Twitter: @BlueSurgePod Facebook: The Blue Surge Podcast Twitch:twitch.tv/thebluesurge Anchor.FM: https://anchor.fm/thebluesurgepod Also Available on: Spotify Apple Podcasts Music Credited To @IbbyGulam Logo Credited To DesignEvo

  40. Give A Man A Pizza, He Eats For A Day - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 274)

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  41. The Leaks Were REAL - Grass Box Can Finally Work - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 273)

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  42. Lost Zone Sandwich at NAIC - State Of Play - Dragons Ascent - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 272)

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  43. Regidrago = BDIF - Stellar Support - Japan Champs & NAIC - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 271)

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  44. Joe’s Peoria Recap - LA Under Control - Regidrago Incoming? - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 270)

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  45. Will Xerosic Make It To Worlds? - First ACE Spec Counter - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 269)

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  46. Shrouded Fable Announced - Gholdengo & Control Prevail - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 268)

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  47. Dialga Shocks Indy - Night Wanderer Debuts In Japan - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 267)

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  48. Joe: The Fakest Gholdengo Player Ever - Stellar Set Announced - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 266)

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  49. Mask Of Change Full List - First Rival To Prime Catcher - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 265)

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  50. Post-EUIC Recap - Scoop Up’s Return & More Revealed - The Blue Surge Podcast (Episode 264)

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About this show

The Blue Surge Podcast is the longest continually running Pokémon TCG podcast. Hosted weekly by friends Mike and Joe, the duo give each other a Helping Hand to discuss what’s going on in the world of The Pokémon Trading Card Game. Whether they’re unpacking new meta changes, exploring the introduction of new cards, or dropping knowledge about upcoming strategies and synergies Mike & Joe will keep you involved and laughing on your morning commute, or on your next shiny hunt.Listeners, we want to hear from you and feature your stories! Talk to us on socials via linktr.ee/thebluesurgepod

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How many episodes does The Blue Surge Podcast have?

The Blue Surge Podcast has 314 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on March 28, 2025.

What is The Blue Surge Podcast about?

The Blue Surge Podcast is the longest continually running Pokémon TCG podcast. Hosted weekly by friends Mike and Joe, the duo give each other a Helping Hand to discuss what’s going on in the world of The Pokémon Trading Card Game. Whether they’re unpacking new meta changes, exploring the...

How often does The Blue Surge Podcast release new episodes?

The Blue Surge Podcast publishes weekly, based on its 314 episodes since April 2019.

Who hosts The Blue Surge Podcast?

The Blue Surge Podcast is created and hosted by The Blue Surge.
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