The Pokemon Company
Mentioned in 37 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# The Pokemon Company Operates the world's highest-grossing media franchise worth $150 billion in lifetime revenue, managing Pokemon across games, trading cards, anime, and merchandise. Currently celebrating the franchise's 30th anniversary with new releases including Pokemon Pocopia, Pokemon Champions (a free-to-play competitive battling game), and remakes, while organizing the Pokemon World Championships in San Francisco. Podcasts discuss the company's franchise direction, game design philosophy, licensing decisions, and dominance in both the video game and trading card markets.
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Episode Mentions
Castle Super Beast · May 20, 2026
CSB373: Never Reheat 2 Year Old Beef
“Big Camera retail stores implementing anti-scalping measures including quizzes, pack opening requirements, and box perforation”
Get Played · May 11, 2026
The Ayn Thor Gets Played
“Pokémon Scarlet/Violet (Pokopia) discussed extensively as primary game consuming hosts' time”
Into the Aether - A Low Key Video Game Podcast · Apr 15, 2026
Hugh and Rockin' Rob with The Moonheads (feat. Pragmata, Guilty Gear Strive, Persona 4 Arena Ultimax)
“Publisher of Pokemon Champions, a new free-to-play competitive battling platform with gacha monetization mechanics”
Giant Bombcast · Apr 14, 2026
Giant Bombcast 936: Big Pinball
“Released Pokemon Scarlet/Violet competitive mode with streamlined mechanics and free-to-play accessibility”
Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Apr 10, 2026
Metal Gear Solid Movie is Finally Happening - Kinda Funny Games Daily 04.10.26
“Released Pokemon Champions competitive platform with technical issues and incomplete feature set at launch”
What's Your Story? with Steph McMahon · Apr 9, 2026
Logan Paul
“Owner of Pokemon IP; Logan extensively discussed his collecting passion and $16.5M Pokemon card sale”
Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Apr 8, 2026
Pokemon Champions - Gamescast Plays
“Developer and publisher of Pokemon Champions, the free-to-play competitive battling application being reviewed”
Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Apr 8, 2026
Pokemon Champions - Gamescast Plays
“Developer and publisher of Pokemon Champions, the free-to-play competitive battler being reviewed and played”
Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Apr 8, 2026
Fans ANGRY Over Pokemon Champions Messy Launch - Kinda Funny Games Daily 04.08.26
“Pokemon Champions launched with bugs, missing features, and false advertising, disappointing competitive community”
Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Apr 2, 2026
Last of Us Online was 80% Complete?! - Kinda Funny Games Daily 04.02.26
“Opened Pocketopia themed immersive space in London and collaborating with Ikea for Pokemon Pocketopia themed events”
Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Mar 31, 2026
Every Game Coming Out in April 2026 - Kinda Funny Gamescast
“Releasing Pokemon Champions, a free-to-play battle-focused game on April 8 for Switch with mobile version planned”
Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Mar 31, 2026
Every Game Coming Out in April 2026 - Kinda Funny Gamescast
“Releasing Pokemon Champions on April 8, a free-to-play competitive battling game focused on ranked battles”
Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Mar 31, 2026
Disney Wants To Buy Fortnite & Epic Games?! - Kinda Funny Games Daily 03.31.26
“Launching Pokemon Pocopia with Ikea collaboration; creating official islands and cross-retail experiences in Japan”
Collector Nation · Mar 27, 2026
The Hobby Is Changing Fast: TCG Boom, New Releases & Card Shop Grand Openings
“Continues to dominate TCG market with frequent releases; 60% of store sales are Pokemon despite growth in One Piece and Yu-Gi-Oh”
Nintendo Voice Chat · Mar 26, 2026
Mario Wonder’s Bellabel Park Is the First Great Nintendo Switch 2 Expansion - NVC 805
“Developing Pokemon Champions with controversial free-to-play monetization model and competitive restrictions on unevolved Pokemon”
Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Mar 25, 2026
We Played Pokemon Champions - Kinda Funny Gamescast!
“Developer of Pokemon Champions, managing competitive ecosystem and world championships in San Francisco”
Nintendo Voice Chat · Mar 20, 2026
Judging YOUR Nintendo Hot Takes! - NVC 804
“Discussed regarding Pokemon battle gimmicks, roster management, and franchise direction across generations”
Nintendo Voice Chat · Mar 13, 2026
Our Nintendo Hot Takes! - NVC 803
“Publisher of Pokemon Pokopia; discussed in context of game sales performance and franchise direction”
Castle Super Beast · Mar 11, 2026
CSB363: Microsoft Going Their Own Way
“Pokémon Pocopia praised for innovative creature-focused gameplay and environmental storytelling approach to franchise”
GOONS · Mar 9, 2026
#240 - THE WORMS FINALLY GOT US!
“Pokemon IP owner; mentioned regarding card game production, scalper prevention, and brand value management strategies”
Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Mar 6, 2026
The 100 Best Pokemon RANKED - Kinda Funny Gamescast
“Franchise management entity; discussed in context of Pokemon's 30-year legacy and generational design decisions.”
Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Mar 6, 2026
Next-Gen Xbox ‘Project Helix’ Announced - Kinda Funny Games Daily 03.06.26
“Issued statement distancing Pokemon IP from White House MAGA imagery created without permission”
Nintendo Voice Chat · Mar 6, 2026
Pokemon Pokopia Is the Best Pokemon Game in Years - NVC 802
“Pokemon franchise rights holder; coordinating releases of Pocopia, Winds and Waves, and FireRed/LeafGreen remakes on Switch platforms”
Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Mar 5, 2026
Pokemon Pokopia Is a MUST BUY - Gamescast Plays
“IP rights holder; manages Pokemon franchise licensing and brand integration across games”
Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Mar 5, 2026
Pokemon Pokopia Made Greg Cry - Kinda Funny Games Daily 03.05.26
“Pokemon Pocopia spinoff game released on Switch 2; Pokemon Wind and Waves teaser found in-game; limited-time event mechanics”
Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Mar 3, 2026
Highguard SHUTTING DOWN on March 12th - Kinda Funny Games Daily 03.03.26
“Publisher of Pokemon Pocopia; praised for commitment to innovation and fun over pure profit-driven design”
Economist Podcasts · Mar 3, 2026
Escalation: Middle East war widens
“Operates highest-grossing media franchise worth $150 billion in lifetime revenue”
Morning Brew Daily · Mar 2, 2026
Anthropic Blacklisted By US Government? & US-Iran War Disrupts Gulf Travel
“Celebrated 30th anniversary with $150B lifetime revenue, highest-grossing media franchise surpassing Star Wars and Marvel.”
NPR News Now · Feb 28, 2026
NPR News: 02-27-2026 7PM EST
“Celebrating 30th anniversary of Pokemon franchise with new games, merchandise, and World Championships in San Francisco”
Nintendo Voice Chat · Feb 27, 2026
Pokemon Winds and Waves First Reactions - NVC 801
“Organizer of Pokemon World Championships 2026 in San Francisco and Pokemon XP fan event”
Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Feb 27, 2026
Pokemon Presents 2026 Live Reaction & Review - Kinda Funny Gamescast
“Publisher hosting Pokemon Presents event; manages franchise across games, cards, anime, and merchandise”
Global News Podcast · Feb 27, 2026
Pakistan strikes Afghan capital
“Franchise celebrating 30th anniversary with $110B+ lifetime revenue, theme park opening, and continued merchandise expansion”
Nintendo Voice Chat · Feb 20, 2026
It’s Time for Zelda to Say Goodbye to the Breath of the Wild Era - NVC 800
“Licensor of Pokemon Pinball machine to Stern; manages Pokemon franchise licensing and anniversary celebrations”
Nintendo Voice Chat · Nov 19, 2025
Why Kirby Air Riders Is Great - NVC 789
“Co-publisher of Pokemon Pokopia with Nintendo; leads publishing decisions for Pokemon titles”
The Besties · Nov 14, 2025
Fortnite's Humongous Simpsons Update Raises an Awkward Question
“Mentioned in context of IP licensing complexity and character customization restrictions in crossover games”
The Daily · Nov 2, 2025
Sunday Special: The Year in Gaming
“Released Pokémon Legends Z-A to critical disappointment; criticized for low development investment despite massive brand value”
The Besties · Oct 31, 2025
There’s Always a Lighthouse, a Pokémon, a City
“Publisher of Pokémon Legends Z-A, discussed as example of action-based franchise evolution and design philosophy”