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PODCAST

Beyond the Ball

Partyfish Media

A podcast about Pokémon! Every episode Will and Braden analyze and discuss all the Pokédex entries for a single Pokémon. Presented by Partyfish Media 🎉🐟

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01:19:34

Beyond the Ball 141 - Venusaur (feat. Callie)

Beyond the Ball ·

2022/03/21

Callie joins us one last time (for now) as we wrap up the Bulbasaur family with Venusaur! It's time see what this frog can really do as we ask the important questions like: What does it smell like? How can it help recovering ecosystems? How can we avoid exploiting its utilities within the constraints of capitalism? Y'know, typical Pokemon stuff! Follow along with the entries below: Red and Blue: The plant blooms when it is absorbing solar energy. It stays on the move to seek sunlight. Yellow: The

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01:10:14

Beyond the Ball 140 - Ivysaur (feat. Callie)

Beyond the Ball ·

2022/03/14

The Bulbasaur bonanza continues as we move onto it's angsty older sibling, Ivysaur! Callie is of course back once again to lend us her expertise in this exciting field as we explore just what makes everyone's favorite floral frog tick (hint: it's sunlight). Follow along with the entries below: Red and Blue: When the bulb on its back grows large, it appears to lose the ability to stand on its hind legs. Yellow: The bulb on its back grows by drawing energy. It gives off an aroma when it is ready to

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01:11:46

Beyond the Ball 139 - Bulbasaur (feat. Callie)

Beyond the Ball ·

2022/03/07

It's time to talk about number one, Bulbasaur! And so of course we had to have Bulbasaur's number one fan, Callie, join our discussion! Come join us as we explore the difference between plant, animal and seed and get to the root of what Bulbasaur really is! Follow along with the entries below: Red and Blue: A strange seed was planted on its back at birth. The plant sprouts and grows with this POKéMON. Yellow: It can go for days without eating a single morsel. In the bulb on its back, it stores

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01:00:05

Beyond the Ball 138 - Altaria

Beyond the Ball ·

2022/02/28

It's time to talk about Swablu's evolution Altaria! How does it hit those high, high notes? Why is it a dragon now? What is it like to be hugged by one? Answers to at least one of these questions and more await you Beyond the Ball! Follow along with the entries below: Ruby: ALTARIA dances and wheels through the sky among billowing, cotton-like clouds. By singing melodies in its crystal-clear voice, this POKéMON makes its listeners experience dreamy wonderment. Sapphire: ALTARIA sings in a gorgeous

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00:18:19

Beyond the Ball Special Report - Pokemon Scarlet and...

Beyond the Ball ·

2022/02/28

They did what? Gen IX is here already?? Come watch the new trailer for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet with us to find out more! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAmueMsFR1o

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01:17:14

Beyond the Ball 137 - Swablu

Beyond the Ball ·

2022/02/21

We got a round birb to on our hands this episode. Or should I say heads? That's right folks, we're talking about Swablu. The true-blue, cotton-winged, bird Pokemon that just loves bein' a hat. This one's a little long as we put a lot of work in trying to make sense of some of these entries. You're welcome! Follow along with the entries below: Ruby: SWABLU has light and fluffy wings that are like cottony clouds. This POKéMON is not frightened of people. It lands on the heads of people and sits there

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00:59:30

Beyond the Ball 136 - Aegislash

Beyond the Ball ·

2022/02/14

We arrive at last at the kingmaker known as Aegislash. A Pokemon that wields far more terrible spectral power than we ever thought possible. Buckle up! Follow along with the entries below: X: Generations of kings were attended by these Pokémon, which used their spectral power to manipulate and control people and Pokémon. Y: Apparently, it can detect the innate qualities of leadership. According to legend, whoever it recognizes is destined to become king. Sword (Shield Forme): In this defensive

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00:41:51

Beyond the Ball 135 - Doublade

Beyond the Ball ·

2022/02/07

Prepare for trouble and make it double! That's right, one sword has become two as Honedge evolves into our focus this episode, Doublade! Twice as many swords means twice as much fun, but we're still stuck with only four Pokedex entries so forgive us chasing down Legends Arceus and yet more Dune rabbit holes. Follow along with the entries below: X When Honedge evolves, it divides into two swords, which cooperate via telepathy to coordinate attacks and slash their enemies to ribbons. Y The complex

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01:07:50

Beyond the Ball Special Report - Pokemon Legends: Arceus

Beyond the Ball ·

2022/02/04

Pokemon Legends: Arceus has been out for barely a week and we just couldn't resist talking about it instead of our normal episode. This is the most fun we've had with a Pokemon game in years AND it frequently raises many of the discussion points that we regularly get into here on the show. We talked for an hour here and still had more to say! SPOILERS: We avoid talking about anything major, but we get into some early-game story stuff. We mostly discuss gameplay and mechanics as well as a handful of

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00:57:27

Beyond the Ball 144 - Honedge

Beyond the Ball ·

2022/01/24

What happens when a sword becomes a Pokemon? You get Honedge of course! Join us as we once again explore the heady and ambiguous metaphysical laws of the Pokemon world with this uniquely spooky specimen! Follow along with the Pokedex entries below: X: Apparently this Pokémon is born when a departed spirit inhabits a sword. It attaches itself to people and drinks their life force. Y: If anyone dares to grab its hilt, it wraps a blue cloth around that person’s arm and drains that person’s life energy

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01:00:01

Beyond the Ball 133 - Mandibuzz

Beyond the Ball ·

2022/01/17

Join us in the nest of bones this week as we discuss Vullaby's evolved form, Mandibuzz! We'll also cover: auspicious birthdays, the horrifying sins of actual vultures, bone collecting, and more! Follow along with the Pokedex entries below: Black It makes a nest out of bones it finds. It grabs weakened prey in its talons and hauls it to its nest of bones. White Watching from the sky, they swoop to strike weakened Pokémon on the ground. They decorate themselves with bones. Black and White 2 They fly

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00:57:23

Beyond the Ball 132 - Vullaby

Beyond the Ball ·

2022/01/10

They say it takes all kinds to fill a Pokedex and Beyond the Ball is committed to talking about each and every one of them. Even the ones we don't like all that much. The ones that gross us out quite a bit. Yes, today we are talking about the one and only depraved sicko bird baby Vullaby. Don't worry friends, it just butt armor! We also take some weird sidetracks that only we will understand and delve a little into Will's nightmares. Enjoy! Follow along with the Pokedex entries below: Black Its

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01:14:08

Beyond the Ball 131 - Kabutops

Beyond the Ball ·

2022/01/03

We're back from a holiday break and we're ready to hit the ground running as we talk about the ferocious Kabutops! It's been a minute since we talked about a Pokemon with swords for hands and you can tell we're excited. Other topics include: Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, the Disappointment of Spore, and foil surfing. Follow along with entries below: Red and Blue Its sleek shape is perfect for swimming. It slashes prey with its claws and drains the body fluids. Yellow A slim and fast swimmer

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01:01:07

Beyond the Ball 130 - Kabuto

Beyond the Ball ·

2021/12/06

In this episode we're going way back to talk about our very old friend Kabuto! Turns out actual horseshoe crabs are a lot more interesting but we still love our little rock bug friend. Photos of Tachypleus tridentatus: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/20/LimuleFace.jpg/1920px-LimuleFace.jpg https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d4/Limule%28dD%29Ventral.jpg/800px-Limule%28dD%29Ventral.jpg Music by Junichi Masuda

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00:54:22

Beyond the Ball 129 - Gothitelle

Beyond the Ball ·

2021/11/29

We've arrived at Gothita's final destination in the form of Gothitelle and boy has it been a journey! Join us as we discuss astral bodies and ill portents this episode with our new sad friend! And yes, its cry does sound like that! Gothitelle cover art by Ken Sugimori Music by Junichi Masuda

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00:49:40

Beyond the Ball 128 - Gothorita

Beyond the Ball ·

2021/11/22

The mystery deepens as we discuss Gothorita this episode! What strange new powers has it acquired and what crimes will it use them to commit? Answers to these questions and more await you Beyond the Ball! Gothorita cover art by Ken Sugimori Music by Junichi Masuda

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00:54:01

Beyond the Ball 127 - Gothita

Beyond the Ball ·

2021/11/15

We're onto a new evolution chain this episode as we attempt to unravel the mysteries of a spooky little baby named Gothita! You'll also learn about Will's new pets and Braden's Bad Meat Experience! Gothita cover art by Ken Sugimori Music by Junichi Masuda

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01:09:24

Beyond the Ball 126 - Crawdaunt

Beyond the Ball ·

2021/11/08

Corphish is ready for the big leagues this episode as we talk about its evolved form, Crawdaunt! Join us as we peel back its Shrek-like layers to find out what makes this rough customer of a Pokemon tick!

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01:00:24

Beyond the Ball 125 - Corphish

Beyond the Ball ·

2021/11/02

In this episode we do our best to resist talking about Dune and instead discuss the Ruffian Pokemon Corphish! We also touch on the found footage teaser trailer that was recently put out for Pokémon Legends: Arceus which you can watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bEb9gbJUUeA

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00:57:52

Beyond the Ball 124 - Eiscue

Beyond the Ball ·

2021/10/25

This week we're talking about Eiscue, the Penguin Pokemon! This one's pretty fresh of the Pokepresses but we still have plenty to discuss with four whole entries, including a real humdinger at the end!

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