Champs in the Making - Ranking Every Pokémon

Episode #1

Sun, 01 Dec 2019 05:00:00 -0000

Riley texted the group chat for all the TOG podcasters and said "who up" and sent us a bracket of 800+ Pokémon. Then we hit record. In this initial episode, Riley, Marn, Andrew, Jo, and Wheels sit down and talk about round bats, shifty trees, dirt eating bugs, and haunted doll monkeys.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #2

Sun, 01 Dec 2019 05:04:00 -0000

The gang RETURNS to dunk on more Pocket Monsters. Strap in with Riley, Wheels, Jo, Marn, and Andrew again for another episode of this terrible idea.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #3

Sun, 15 Dec 2019 08:45:00 -0000

NEW CHALLENGERS ARE APPROACHING: Carly and Jay swoop in join Jo and Andrew make fun of terrible rats and ruin Riley's dreams while they're gone.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #4

Wed, 01 Jan 2020 07:03:00 -0000

This podcast said Carly Rights, as she joins Jo, Andrew, and Jay to decide the fate of Gengar, Nosepass, and more.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #5

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 06:24:00 -0000

NEW CHALLENGER APPROACHING: CHRIS HUTTON. Chris joins Andrew, Biley, and Jay to debate the pros and cons of some funny little guys.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #6

Sat, 01 Feb 2020 05:58:32 -0000

Chris, Riley, Andrew, and Jay return to talk about various Pocket Monsters including a jacked rock, a legendary jacked rock, and a vicious debate about the physical qualities of Koffing and whether or not it's a rock

(it's not)

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #7

Sat, 15 Feb 2020 06:12:00 -0000

KAT has joined the team of Chris, Riley, and Andrew to talk shit on various monsters designed to fit within your pockets

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #8

Sun, 01 Mar 2020 15:32:00 -0000

This time the gang of Andrew, Kat, Riley, and Chris imagine what Lotad’s voice sounds like.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #9

Sun, 15 Mar 2020 17:35:16 -0000

Nine episodes already? Jeez. This time it's Riley, Andrew, Theo, and Wheels who gather around the PokeBracket to kick nerds into the dirt.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #10

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 23:03:42 -0000

Andrew, Wheels, Riley, and Pokemon newbie Theo meet a whole lot of bugs in this episode! In the intro Andrew references a bonus podcast that may or may not secretly be the Snyder Cut.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #11

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 14:34:49 -0000

Marn, Andrew, Riley, Sam, and Theo confer on the fates of some scary monsters. This one might be a little haunted.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #12

Fri, 01 May 2020 19:34:40 -0000

The first round continues, again with Marn, Andrew, Riley, Sam, and Theo. This show was sadly cancelled by Jo after this episode because the gang made a wrong decision 14 minutes in.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #13 (Live from Extra Life 2019)

Fri, 15 May 2020 05:26:15 -0000

Our live episode from Extra Life 2019 features Riley, Wheels, Marn, Andrew, Jory, and Jo, and contains dueling air fresheners, clown ducks, fire monkeys, and shark guns. Watch the video version here!

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #14 (ft. Waypoint's Cado)

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 10:43:00 -0000

This episode, Ty, Andrew, Riley, and Jo are joined by special guest Cado to kill off some fan-favorite Pocket Monsters.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #15 (ft. Zicky Dice)

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 05:52:00 -0000

Theo, Riley, Ben, Chris, are joined by special guest: Wrestler, Musician, and Magician, ZICKY. Together they learn the terrible truth about Mr. Mime and have to reckon with their love for Sylveon.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #16

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 17:11:09 -0000

Theo, Riley, Jay, Roswell, Jory, and Andrew are back at it again in the Pokeball. The only note we got from Riley on this episode says “fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuck durannnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnt”

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #17

Sat, 01 Aug 2020 13:41:00 -0000

Jo, Jory, Ty, Riley, Roswell, Cam, Marn, Saker, Wheels, Jay, and Theo are: Jocean’s Eleven.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #18

Sat, 15 Aug 2020 13:43:00 -0000

Which Pokemon did Theo, Riley, Ty, Jay, Roswell, or Marn call “a himbo, but without the endearing part”? Find out, this time on Champs in the Making.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #19 (Live from Animal Crossing)

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 16:21:00 -0000

Live from an Animal Crossing stream, it’s Riley, Jay, Roswell, Andrew, and Jory with the only podcast where you can get away with saying “this turtle evolution is twunk to hunk.”

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #20 (Live from Animal Crossing)

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 11:13:00 -0000

Riley, Jay, Roswell, Andrew, Jory, and Logan continue the ACNH Podcast Island Adventure!

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #21

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 05:50:00 -0000

Jo, Ty, Andrew, Jay, and Riley kill at least one Legendary Pokemon in this episode. Which one? You’ll have to listen to find out!

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #22

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 06:16:00 -0000

Andrew, Riley, and Jory all scream at the same time immediately in this one so buckle up for that energy

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #23 (ft. Quinn Wilson)

Sun, 01 Nov 2020 21:37:05 -0000

This episode, Roswell, Riley, Andrew, Theo, and special guest Quinn Wilson are dealt the tweeters choice of awful pokemon to sort through and it deals them psychic damage in real time.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #24 (ft. Aaron Longoria)

Sun, 15 Nov 2020 07:27:00 -0000

In this episode Chris, Kat, Marn, Jay, Riley, and special guest Aaron declare war on a few terrible fish and imagine a world in which Chris' mom was supposed to be on this episode. Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #25

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 07:33:00 -0000

Aaron, Kat, Chris, Marn, Jay and Riley make their way through the next section of the bracket! They talk shit about Moltres and talk up Rotom!

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #26

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 19:11:00 -0000

Riley, Saker, Rayne and Sabrina take a trip down Pokelane and ask the most important question of all: What texture is Empoleon, and is he a friend or foe?

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #27 (ft. Casey Nowak)

Sat, 02 Jan 2021 02:24:12 -0000

Newcomer CASEY joins Jo, Rayne, Ben, and Marn to talk about what Pokemon are trans and/or unknowable entirely

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #28 (Live from Extra Life 2020)

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 12:55:00 -0000

Live from Extra Life 2020, Theo, Riley, Jay, Jo, Marn, Chris, Andrew, Kat, and Jory rank some f****d up little freaks.

Watch the video version here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/44865262

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #29 (ft. Our Families!)

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 09:19:00 -0000

Happy holidays from professional Pokemon rankers Riley, Jay, Marn, Alyssa, Roswell, Andrew, Sam, and their captive audiences at home.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #30

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 07:31:00 -0000

Wheels, Rayne, Roswell and Riley sit down to do some EFFICIENCY CHAMPS

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #31

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 17:03:00 -0000

Jay, Riley, Rayne and Roswell do the unspeakable in this match up. Rest in piece to a real one, gone too soon. Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #32

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 17:19:37 -0000

Wheels already told everyone that it's Capoeira, please don't tweet them

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #33

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 15:54:34 -0000

Jo and Jory witness the Return of the King (best host of Champs), Carly!

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #34

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 19:26:07 -0000

Carly is still here don't worry! With Jory and Jo, they make sure most valuable Pokémon is given their Round 1 victory.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #35 (ft. Cody Hawley)

Sat, 01 May 2021 20:28:27 -0000

Riley, Jay, and special guest Cody play some efficiency champs and cut a bloody path through the bracket! If you are a monkey fan do not interact

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #36 (Show Swap w/ It's All Been Done)

Sat, 15 May 2021 21:27:46 -0000

What happens when an already chaotic show is handed off to Saker and Evan, hosts of a different podcast who don’t know anything about Pokemon? Well, with the help of WheelDecide, they make it work.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #37

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 10:18:00 -0000

Wheels, Ty, Jo, and Ben get together to talk little funky men and dragon boys

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #38

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 17:32:00 -0000

Jory, Jo, and John (Riley Hopkins) convene to discuss if Zords are Bionicles and how many Musketeers there should be. Also, Pokémon. Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #39

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 08:09:00 -0000

Jay, Jo, Ty, and Rayne CONVENE THE COUNCIL OF 'MONS and weirdly wrestling comes up a few times

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #40 (ft. Jeff Stormer)

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 17:51:39 -0000

Riley and special guest Jeff Stormer are here to ask the important question: Can Birds Punch?

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #41

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 14:16:20 -0000

This time on champs, It Takes Two as Riley and Ben hold a special two person Champs episode to murder some darlings.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #42 (ft. the Anime Sickos)

Sun, 15 Aug 2021 14:18:41 -0000

Riley, Rayne, Andrew, and Jay are joined by THE ANIME SICKOS to put some Pokémon in the ground in the crossover event of the century, or at least the month. Week, maybe.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #43 (ft. Joe from Anime Sickos)

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 15:20:00 -0000

Riley gets bullied by Rayne and Joe in this jam-packed episode featuring Pidgeotto, Cinderace, and the Legendary Mew!

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #44 (ft. Jake, Josh, Matt, and Alan)

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 15:11:22 -0000

Riley welcomes friends Jake, Josh, Matt, and Alan to wrangle some bastards and pick out the best!

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #45 (ft. Ken)

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 16:32:11 -0000

Famed Internet User KEN joins Champs to discuss no mimes with Jo, Jory, Chris, and Felix

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #46 (feat. Aaron Longoria and Oskar)

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 01:17:24 -0000

This episode is brought to you by Chris, Felix, Aaron, Oskar, and Mary Jane.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #47 (ft. Pod of Greed)

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 14:18:00 -0000

Dan, Max, Argyle and Audrey from Pod of Greed join Riley for the truest duel of them all: PogChamps in the making. Will the heart of the cards be with them in this wonderful Pokémon adventure?

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #48 (ft. Kris and Jen)

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 08:33:00 -0000

Chris, Jay, Kris and Jen make some hard decisions, and maybe even need a little surprise backup.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #49 (ft. Lan Pitts)

Sat, 01 Jan 2022 08:35:00 -0000

Jory, Fantast, Chris, Ravyn, and guest Lan Pitts are here, and the first round is nearly finished…

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #50

Sat, 15 Jan 2022 08:36:00 -0000

Riley, Andrew, Cado, Wheels, and late-comer Chris have gathered to FINISH ROUND ONE OF CHAMPS

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #51 (ft. Taniel, Jeice, and Charlie)

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 19:26:13 -0000

The first episode of ROUND 2 is unstuck in time but this episode of ROUND 2 features Jo, Jay, and Ravyn bringing in some off network friends to talk about Team Rocket regulars, big dogs, fossils, and Geek Squad.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #52

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 06:29:00 -0000

Chris, Jay and Riley gather around to make some extremely controversial decisions. Round two is the best of the worst and we're doing some trimming. Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #53 (ft. Stephanie Cooke)

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 13:25:24 -0000

Riley, Jory, Chris, and special guest Stephanie talk about the 'mons (what else did you think would happen on this show?)

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #54 (ft. Sam Owen)

Mon, 23 May 2022 12:00:55 -0000

Riley, Chris, and Jory are joined by cartoonist Sam Owen to do some Pokémon real dirty.

Champs in the Making is a Moonshot Network show where hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $1 a month and this public feed is updated every other Monday!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #55 (ft. Cherish Chen)

Mon, 23 May 2022 12:02:00 -0000

It's time to get into the POKEPAST with RILEY, FELIX, CHRIS and special guest CHERISH of RADIANT BLACK FAME

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #56 (ft. Jeff Stormer)

Mon, 23 May 2022 12:03:00 -0000

Jeff and Riley return to make short work of near a dozen Pokémon! These two mindlinked cohosts carve a bloody path and who lives and dies may surprise you!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #57 (ft. Never Believe It)

Mon, 23 May 2022 12:04:00 -0000

The Spirit of Oturan is alive and well as the Never Believe It crew comes to Champs in the Making! An episode where truly anything can happen, Riley, Ray, and Sarah bestow religious insight and discussion on the most frightening episode of Champs yet!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #58 (Live ft. RSS Defiant's Taylor and Ash)

Mon, 23 May 2022 12:07:00 -0000

In a rare, impromptu, and In-Person-Champs, Riley is joined by Taylor and Ash to sit down and make quick work of a record number of Pokémon! Who will live in this speed round!?

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #59 (ft. Kylen)

Mon, 23 May 2022 12:10:00 -0000

Join Riley, Ben, and Kylen in one last episode from the past October) as they RANK SOME MONS.

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Bonus: Champions in the Making

Mon, 23 May 2022 12:11:00 -0000

In November 2021's Extra Life stream we raised enough money to hit the donation incentive of CHAMPIONS IN THE MAKING, a special 32 spot Digimon Bracket where we would find the statistically best Digimon! And now, Ty, Riley, Marn, Chris, and Ravyn are here to share it with you in it's full TWO HOUR GLORY.

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #60

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 01:57:16 -0000

It's time for Champs in the Making #60! This episode, Wheels, Marn, Fantast and Jay are ready to throw down about guys both big and little!

Due to some issues recovering audio from Extra Life, we are relitigating some Pokemon! Will the same ones make it forward? We don't know! Last November is a sweet sweet haze.

We will be getting future episodes up early on Patreon again in the future, this one's just coming in a bit hot

Episode #61

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 16:20:44 -0000

CHAMPS 61 is HERE and ready to PARTY. Wheels, Marn, and Fantast are here to send more Pokemon to the shadow realm, featuring a guest appearance by Alyssa and her brother Ian in a recording from our otherwise lost Thanksgiving episode.

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where TOG hosts check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $10+ a month and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Today's hosts are:

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #62

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 22:20:21 -0000

It is the DAWN OF A NEW DAY at Champs in the Making! Jay welcomes three brand-spanking-new members of the Moonshot Podcast Network - Claudia, Jacqueline and Roma - to get assertive about Pokemon pants, pit ghosts against other ghosts, and wonder, at least once, if a given creature of the day would taste good.

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #63

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 12:56:06 -0000

Jay is back at it again at the PokeMart with new Moonshot hosts Claudia, Jacqueline and Roma to get some FRESH EYES on the Pokemon bracket! Join them as they continue cutting down the contenders of Round 2!

Champs in the Making started on The Orange Groves Podcast Network's Patreon as a show where a plethora of (formerly TOG, now Moonshot) hosts and guests check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $1+ a month, and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Today's hosts are:

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #64

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 14:00:00 -0000

We're back with another episode of Champs in the Making! It's time for us to relitigate Pokemon Necromancy Crimes, figure out whether or not Galvantula is actually a bug (?), and put a number of Pokemon where they belong: Christian Hell.

Champs in the Making is a show where a plethora of Moonshot hosts and guests check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $1+ a month, and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Today's hosts are:

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #65

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 16:50:10 -0000

Riley, Caro, Claudia, Marn, and Max continue working their way down the bracket, but this episode comes with a very special bonus rule that's sure to make things a little more interesting.

Champs in the Making is a show where a plethora of Moonshot hosts and guests check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $1+ a month, and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #66

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Fantast, Nicole, Max and Juliet step into the arena to begin the last chunk of Round 2 - some of the toughest, most heartbreaking matchups in Champs history. The crew leaves a trail of Poke-pain in their wake as they debate over Ditto vs. Drifblim, Pumpkaboo vs. Sandslash, and more.

You may notice that Champs in the Making has a BRAND NEW LOGO! Thank you to @_Mnots for delivering on this art that we believe is emblematic of our vibes on this show.

Champs in the Making is a show where a plethora of Moonshot hosts and guests check in whenever they can to argue about Pokémon designs. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $1+ a month, and this public feed is updated on the 1st and 15th of the month!

Today's hosts are:

Fantast: @ab274fantast
Nicole: @sexypagliacci
Max N.: @MaxNewland_
Juliet: @mousewifegames

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops. Our art is by @_Mnots

Episode #67

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 00:57:03 -0000

Fantast, Nicole, Max and Juliet return for a shockingly cordial round of Champs in which they attempt to kill several fan favorite Pokemon. It's not cold blooded murder as long as you're having fun with it, right?

You may notice that Champs in the Making has a BRAND NEW LOGO! Thank you to @_Mnots for delivering on this art that we believe is emblematic of our vibes on this show.

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Episode #68

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 12:51:49 -0000

Jay, Audrey, Caro, and Marn are this episode's Pokemon Council. Which Champs in the Making will they grant the rank of Master?

Today's hosts are:

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops. Our art is by @_Mnots

Episode #69

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0000

Welcome to Champs in the Making: Nights, the sexiest idea for an ASMR podcast of all time. Nice.

Today's hosts are:

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops. Our art is by @_Mnots

Episode #70

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 18:09:16 -0000

Wheels, Riley, Roma, and Juliet ask all of life’s most pressing questions: What’s the worst grass starter? Who will emerge victorious in the battle of the Hot Topic Quadropeds? How does Natu weigh four pounds?[episode desc]

Champs in the Making is a show where a plethora of Moonshot hosts and guests check in whenever they can to argue about a bracket of all 800+ Pokémon. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $1+ a month, and this public feed is updated every other Monday!

Today's hosts are:

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops. Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #71

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000

This episode was recorded before Hextra Life, and before... some decisions came outta that.

Riley, Wheels, Roma and Juliet give some Pokemon what for in this episode!

Today's hosts are:

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops. Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #72

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0000

With no one around to stop them, Claudia and Jory send all your favorites to super hell. Yes you, the one reading this specifically.

Today's hosts are:

Claudia: @PunkDyke
Jory: @noimjory

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #73

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Claudia and Jory continue their Doubles Battle against the Champs bracket, and shake hands over the demise of some unexpected contenders.

Today's hosts are:

Claudia: @PunkDyke
Jory: @noimjory

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #74 (ft. SomeGoodShows hosts!)

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 14:39:39 -0000

Riley joins up with the SomeGoodShows crew to finish up round 2! Today, they are joined by Kam, Pilnok, Nate, and Audrey where we say some absolutely vile things about Bastiodon.

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #75 (ft. SomeGoodShows hosts)

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 05:03:21 -0000

Riley, Kam, Pilnok, Nate, and Audrey close out Round 2 of the bracket with a bang (the bang is them taking several beloved Pokemon out behind the barn and shooting them).

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

The Paldean Play-In, Part 1

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 16:53:54 -0000

Welcome to the Paldean Play-In! This is the first of our two part lightning round to pick the 27 best Pokemon from Scarlet and Violet and put them in the bracket!

Today's hosts are:

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

The Paldean Play-In, Part 2

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 01:14:14 -0000

Welcome to the Paldean Play-In! This is the second of our two part lightning round to pick the 27 best Pokemon from Scarlet and Violet and put them in the bracket!

Champs in the Making is a show where a plethora of Moonshot hosts and guests check in whenever they can to argue about a bracket of all 800+ Pokémon. Which pocket monster will be the very best when it's all over? You can listen to episodes early by supporting the network at $1+ a month, and this public feed is updated every other Monday!

Today's hosts are:

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #76

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 05:16:59 -0000

Round 3, folks! Give it up for round 3! Jay, Max, Jane and Jacqueline embark on the post-Paldean third round of Champs in the Making. Is Empoleon handsome or haggard? What does Jacqueline think about mold? Is Corviknight a taxi, a cop, or both? We're in it now.

Today's hosts are:

Name: Jay @extremesalsaing
Name: Max @MaxNewland_
Name: Jane@janeyshivers
Name: Jacqueline@swampduchess

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #77

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 16:09:25 -0000

[episode desc]

Jay, Max, Jacqueline and Jane are back again to dig into the second episode of round 3! Is Castform 420-friendly? How does one feed a Poliwhirl? And, most importantly, can Mr. Mime finally escape his dark Champs past and make it to the next round?

Today's hosts are:

Name: Jay @extremesalsaing
Name: Max @MaxNewland_
Name: Jane@janeyshivers
Name: Jacqueline@swampduchess

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #78

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 04:15:46 -0000

Max, Riley, and new Moonshot host PB meet on the field of battle to once more affirm their shared commitment to being confidently wrong about Pokemon. Max gets Riley fuming over a silly little egg baby. PB reveals the previously unknown breakfast-themed region. Lugia awakens from their slumber to destroy a child.

Today's hosts are:

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode 79

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 15:41:11 -0000

Max, Riley, and PB continue to occupy the studio, make loud claims about which Pokemon are better, and push through Round 3 of the Champs bracket. Just how many matchups can three hosts rule on in 30 minutes? Tune in to find out.[episode desc]

Today's hosts are:

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #80

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 13:34:39 -0000

[episode desc]The Council of Champs convenes once more as PB, Marn, Max Newland and Andrew come together to decide who lives and who dies. Is Dratini overrated? Which starter Pokemon can hold a candle to Tropius? How many turtles will pass through Round 3 of the bracket unscathed??? Tune in to find out

Today's hosts are:

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #81

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 12:54:01 -0000

The game is on again as Marn, PB, Max, and Andrew kill some darlings, debate some fates, and promote several Pokemon into the next round of the bracket.[episode desc]

Today's hosts are:

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #82 (ft. Jessica Howard, Ray Apollo, and Andrew #2)

Mon, 08 May 2023 13:06:59 -0000

It's time for another Champs! Riley and Andrew are joined by Jessica Howard, Ray Apollo, and...Andrew???

We discuss Miltank Jiggle Physics in this one. It's a lot.

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #83 (ft. Jessica, Ray, and Andrew #2)

Wed, 24 May 2023 14:19:22 -0000

Riley, Andrew(s), and co. are back and blazing a trail through Round 3 of the Champs bracket! Will it finally be bye-bye for Butterfree?

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #84 (ft. Additional Postage Required)

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000

It's Additional Pokemon Required! Jay is joined by Kai Swanson, Lex Fraser and Theo Monk - three cast members of Additional Postage Required, Moonshot's resident sci-fi audio drama podcast. Does Remoraid know it's a gun? Does Delibird know what it does is a job? What's going on behind Cryogonal's cold, emotionless face - and can you throw it like a frisbee? All will be revealed on Champs in the Making.

Today's hosts are:

Jay Petrequin: @extremesalsaing
Kai Swanson: @swansonkai0
Lex Fraser: @the44thpilot
Theodore Monk: @FourWholeMoons

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #85 (ft. Additional Postage Required)

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000

Jay Petrequin, Kai Swanson, Lex Fraser and Theo Monk are back to see what happens when an ancient titan goes up against your childhood dog. Staryu and Horsea beef on their way to gifted class. Gourgeist pays an uninvited visit to Theo's mind palace. Sandygast literally said "Waaaaaaa."

Today's hosts are:

Jay Petrequin: @extremesalsaing
Kai Swanson: @swansonkai0
Lex Fraser: @the44thpilot
Theodore Monk: @FourWholeMoons

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #86

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000

It's Halloween in July! Champs in the Making is haunted by (g)hosts with no current shows on the network - but plenty of opinions. Rufus, Victoria, Wheels and Caro investigate Ariados ant truthism, go to a Drifloon balloon festival, and honk Varoom's little nose-mouth.

Today's hosts are:

Rufus: @roswellwrites
Wheels: @SingularWheels
Victoria: @adanballet
Caro: @SeaExcursion

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #87

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000

Halloween in July continues, as Rufus, Victoria and Caro haunt their way through our round 3 bracket! Find out the historical value of one guy being a bunch of guys. Question what Tinkaton is keeping on that belt. Learn the forgotten lineage of Pikablu.

Today's hosts are:

Rufus: @roswellwrites
Victoria: @adanballet
Caro: @SeaExcursion

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #88

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 15:04:21 -0000

It's Dead Teen House Champs! Jacqueline, Emma, Marn, and Neassa are taking over to talk the finer points of ghost fish, Pikachu imitators, Heracross's :3 face, and getting hoisted by their own freak petard. Did they have to call in a record number of tiebreakers in the episodes they recorded? Maybe they did! And what about it!

Today's hosts are:

Marn: @corpserevivers
Neassa: @LochNeassa
Emma: @ematsca
Jacqueline: @swampduchess

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #89

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 23:31:44 -0000

Dead Teen House Champs continues! Marn, Jacqueline, Neassa, and Emma taking on some of the toughest matchups that Round 3 has to offer, deciding the fates of Raichu AND Pikachu and even passing judgement on an epic clown vs. clown battle. Who will make it out of this bracket bloodbath alive???

Today's hosts are:

Marn: @corpserevivers
Neassa: @LochNeassa
Emma: @ematsca
Jacqueline: @swampduchess

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #90

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 22:35:16 -0000

Jay, Audrey, Jake, Clowne, and Ravyn continue the good fight through round 3 of Champs in the Making. Jay makes their "little guy" face turn. Everyone picks up Gible. Clowne reflects on Groudon: Who rescued who?

Today's hosts are:

Jay@extremesalsaing
Jake: @MisterJakeyPoo
Ravyn: @corvid_lenore

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #91

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000

This week on Champs in the Making, Jay, Audrey, Clowne and Jake work together to put Ravyn back in whatever wall it came out of. Audrey heads to Goodwill and picks up some Nihilego cookware. Ravyn takes the gang to corvid class. One Moonshot host's favorite Pokemon meets its maker.

Today's hosts are:

Jay@extremesalsaing
Jake: @MisterJakeyPoo
Ravyn: @corvid_lenore

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #92

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 05:27:21 -0000

This week on Champs, PB, Jacqueline, and Claudia tackle hot-button issues like the feminine charms of Celesteela, the flavor profiles of Bayleef and bay leaf, whether there has ever been a good fish Pokemon, and whether Golett has ever had a single thought.

Today's hosts are:

PB: @pauly3_d
Jacqueline: @swampduchess
Claudia: @PunkDyke

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #93

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 14:04:33 -0000

PB, Claudia, and Jaqueline are back again to find out what Sinistea's whole deal is, which real world locations are canon to the pokeverse, and which NES title Palafin wandered in from. Oh, and they kill an Eeveelution. Oops!

Today's hosts are:

PB: @pauly3_d
Jacqueline: @swampduchess
Claudia: @PunkDyke

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #94 (ft. DeepBlueInk)

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 15:12:23 -0000

It's Episode 94 of Champs in the Making, and Round 3 is coming to an end! The wonderful DeepBlueInk (https://www.youtube.com/@DeepBlueInk) has joined Riley, Audrey, and Juliet to close it out.

Will Eevee be allowed to live? Is Teddiursa worth anything? Find out this time, on Dragon Ball Z!

Today's hosts are:

Name: DeepBlueInk@DeepBlueInk
Name: Riley@RevRyeBread
Name: Audrey@ladytabletop
Name: Juliet@mousewifegames

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #95

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 15:38:20 -0000

Juliet, Audrey, and Riley begin their waltz through Round 4! These are the finest Pokemon in the world, just enough for a full region. There are no schmucks le- what? Alcremie? How the fuck did that make it this far?

Today's hosts are:

Name: Riley@RevRyeBread
Name: Audrey@ladytabletop
Name: Juliet@mousewifegames

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode 96

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 19:27:02 -0000

Max, Jakey, PB, and Juliet start off with some hard and harsh judgments on favorite starters, coughing babies, and the power of friendship in Round 4 of the Pokemon bracket.[episode desc]

Today's hosts are:

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode 97

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 14:42:42 -0000

Max, Jakey, PB, and Juliet debate Hoenn pseudo-legendaries, the ghost of mankind's malfeasances, an iconic starter vs. a new startup, and who might actually Win This Whole Pokemon Bracket Podcast.

Today's hosts are:

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode 98 (Live from Extra Life 2023)

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 14:08:55 -0000

What's better than a bunch of sleep-deprived Moonshot hosts arguing about Pokemon? A bunch of sleep-deprived Moonshot hosts arguing about Pokemon while physically packed into the same room. Live from Michigan, it's a special morning edition of Champs In The Making!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #99

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 17:58:40 -0000

Jane, Jacqueline and Ravyn tackle two completely bog standard episodes of champs! There's nothing strange at work here; no Wooper timeloops, no poorly hidden bird bias, and certainly no funny business when we match up Tortera against T̸H̷E̶ ̷U̵N̵M̴E̵N̸T̷I̵O̸N̴A̷B̶L̶E̵ ̷O̷N̸E̷!! Thanks for listening!

Today's hosts are:

Jane: @janeyshivers
Jacqueline: @swampduchess
Ravyn: @corvid_lenore

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Champs In The Making #100: Champs By The Numbers

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 16:56:12 -0000

Can you believe it's been 100 episodes of Champs? To celebrate the momentous occasion, Riley took Jay, Juliet, and Audrey on a statistical journey of the bracket so far.[episode desc]

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #101

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 18:24:48 -0000

Jane, Jacqueline and Ravyn RETURN with the second of two completely bog standard episodes of champs! There's nothing strange at work here; no Wooper timeloops, no poorly hidden bird bias, and certainly no funny business when we match up Tortera against T̸H̷E̶ ̷U̵N̵M̴E̵N̸T̷I̵O̸N̴A̷B̶L̶E̵ ̷O̷N̸E̷!! Thanks for listening!

Today's hosts are:

Jane: @janeyshivers
Jacqueline: @swampduchess
Ravyn: @corvid_lenore

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #102

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 14:08:38 -0000

Marn needed a crack team of hosts to finish the fourth round of the Champs bracket. Logan, Ty, Clowne, and Jacqueline answered the call. Join them as they discuss the Dragonite postal workers' union, their friends Fuckhands McMike and Little Ball Chin, and whether Shedinja's whole shtick is strong enough to get it into Round 5.

Today's hosts are:

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #103

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 04:05:31 -0000

Can Snorlax be forgiven for being a little fucker in the games? Has Mew coasted far enough on a nostalgia factor? Which Route 1 Normal Type Pokemon will make it to Round 6? Marn, Logan, Ty, Clowne, and Jacqueline are asking the real questions as they enter Round 5 of the Champs bracket, and continue to cut a bloody path through the 'mon left standing.

Today's hosts are:

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #104

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 12:48:23 -0000

Have you or someone you love been affected... by Pokehypnosis? Clowne, Jacqueline, Jay, and Oak certainly have been! They're here to talk about the difficulties of dealing with a Poliwrath's emotions, the power of asymmetry, the youth vote, good boss Onix, and how to properly format your anti-Pokemon propaganda.

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #105

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 15:10:40 -0000

Clowne, Jacqueline, Jay and Oak have returned once more to kill some darlings! This episode's got it all: the fraught histories behind legendary birds, the generational shift in what a Ghost Pokemon is, the Unown dimension, purple Godzilla, silhouette tricks, and orbs that become other orbs.

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #106

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 14:37:43 -0000

Andrew, Audrey, and Emma Crabmoney are here to work overtime and finish Round 5 of the Champs bracket. With only a handful of episodes left to go, which Pokemon will make it through the gauntlet of judgement and into Round 6?

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #107

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 14:26:42 -0000

Andrew, Audrey, and Emma Crabmoney kick off Round 6 of the Champs bracket with a bang! We're down to the final 32 Pokemon - who will make it through to the sweet 16?[episode desc]

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #108

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 17:04:24 -0000

It's time to whittle these 32 freaks into 16 freaks. Juliet, Claudia, Jeff, PB, and Riley take on the beginning of the end of Champs in the Making!

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #109

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 17:17:15 -0000

Andrew, Jacqueline, Caro, Max, and Jay say no the constraints of linear time. The timer is OFF this week, as the crew goes through not one, but TWO of our final rounds, in order to determine the final four contestants of Champs in the Making. Time Magazine holds a layout meeting. The Little Guy Inquisition makes its rounds. Jacqueline fights the fight she was born for.

Today's hosts are:

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #110

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 12:30:00 -0000

FOUR 'MON ENTER, TWO 'MON LEAVE. Riley, Andrew, Marn, and Wheels meet under cover of night to each present a case for one of the final Pokemon in the Champs bracket: Poliwhirl, Torterra, Slowbro, and Golett. Who will progress to the last round of the bracket? You'll have to listen to find out.

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.

Episode #111: The Finale

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

In this episode, we conclusively decide on the best Pokemon of all time.

Our theme music is Trapped in a Pokéball feat. Belthesar, by DJ CUTMAN courtesy of Game Chops.

Our art is by @_Mnots.