Special Conditions - Pokémon TCG Podcast

Special Conditions has evolved! Hosts Adam Tuttle and Justin Keller bring their competitive TCG experience to the show, and share their passion for cardboard with the masses! Follow along with our journey into collecting and competing in the TCG. Combining these elements of the hobby provides a fun and family friendly celebration of Pokémon TCG.

The Pokémon TCG can be enjoyed in many different ways. Adam and Justin discuss how collectors and competitors can find value in TCG. From amazing art, to a competitive edge or even how a card performs in the marketplace, show topics will fill in many of the blanks that you may have about the card community.  No matter how you enjoy the TCG, we will help you celebrate what makes the TCG so special.

Each week we take a deep dive into a single card and discuss what makes it collectable and competitive. Adam breaks down where the card fits into the current meta, and how it can be used effectively in competition. Be sure to checkout our blog to see images and details of every card we feature!

While the Card of the Week looks at a single card, Art of the Week takes a look at a single Pokémon and examples of how it has been represented in the TCG over multiple expansions. We love card art, so it is a blast to paint a picture in audio form about our feelings on each card we feature! Check the blog for images and details!

With both Adam and Justin highly involved in the competitive scene, meta coverage of current formats and releases is a top priority to keep Trainers up to date and on the cutting edge. While the playability of cards is paramount in the competitive space, there is still plenty of love for the collectors out there. With discussions about art, design, and our favorite Pokémon, no matter where you fall in the TCG fandom you will find a home with the show.