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Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast

Join hosts Jamal Harvey and Chris Bell for a weekly podcast dedicated to the Wide World of Niantic Wayfarer! Niantic Wayfarer provides the Points of Interests (POIs) that make these games run: Pokémon Go, Pikmin Bloom, Monster Hunter & More! Find us! On X (Formally Twitter) @wayspotters At our Website -> www.wayspotters.com On Instagram @wayspotterspodcast On TikTok @imakewayspots On YouTube @wayspotterspodcast Also available on pokemonprofessor.com

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All Episodes

74:07

221. Blame eMiLy

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2026/04/12

This week Jamal and Chris kick things off with a lively discussion around “Don’t Blame Emily,” diving into whether AI rejections are really the problem—or if nominators have gotten complacent. They explore how faster approvals and shifting reviewer dynamics have changed submission quality, and why adapting your nominations still matters.The conversation expands into the impact of the Ingress community stepping back, and how that shift may have affected overall map standards in today’s “need more

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63:42

220. Building Out Your Toolbox

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2026/04/05

This week Chris and Jamal dig into how to build your Wayfarer toolbox and set yourself up for success—whether you’re brand new or a seasoned Wayfinder. Inspired by real-world onboarding strategies, they break down practical ways to improve your nominations through better photos, stronger supporting information, and cleaner titles and descriptions. They also discuss how to gain momentum in Wayfarer by doing consistent reviews, making meaningful edits, and learning from others through reviews and

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82:18

219. Wayfarer Identity Crisis

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2026/03/29

This week Jamal and Chris dig into the current state of Wayfarer and ask the big question: has the system become too easy—or is it finally working the way it should? They break down the shift from strict “gatekeeping” to a more open, fast-moving system, and debate whether community-driven approvals are helping or hurting overall quality.The conversation then moves into one of the hottest topics right now: local vs global reviewing. Does local knowledge still matter most, or is global reviewing the

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76:40

218 . Saying Goodbye

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2026/03/22

This week Chris and Jamal kick off Episode 218 of the Wayspotters Podcast with some personal updates, including Chris preparing to start a new job and celebrating his son making a lacrosse rep team. After the catch-up, they dive into the latest Wayfarer and Niantic news.The big topic this week is the pause of Operation Portal Recon (OPR). Chris and Jamal discuss Niantic Spatial’s announcement that OPR has been temporarily shut down and share their speculation about why it happened. Reports

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87:14

217. What If Pokémon GO Couldn't Submit PokéStops?

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2026/03/15

This week Chris and Jamal dig into a packed episode full of Wayfarer news, hot takes, and a lot of common-sense discussion. They cover the fix for the Pokémon GO nomination spacebar bug, the nearby map issue, Niantic Spatial pausing OPR and retiring Overclock, and the arrival of Wayfarer nomination drafts—an update they both see as one of the biggest quality-of-life improvements Wayfarer has had in a long time. The main topic asks a bold question: what if Pokémon GO removed the ability to nominate

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63:30

216. The Math Ain't Mathing

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2026/03/08

This week Chris and Jamal talk about a packed week of Wayfarer news, including the Pokémon GO nomination screen spacebar bug, a new 24-hour delay before upgrades can be applied, eMiLy returning to photo reviews, and fixes for missing monthly recap emails. They also share plans for Pokémon GO Fest in Chicago, talk about meeting listeners in person, and officially put out their invitation to connect with the Niantic team while they’re there.The main discussion digs into a fascinating theory about

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62:37

215. One Rule. Not Three

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2026/03/01

This week Jamal and Chris get into a no-news week in Wayfarer (no eMiLy updates, no Ambassador news) while shouting out a wave of new listeners and Chris powering through sickness and a whole lot of Canadian snow to keep the weekly streak alive. For Topic 1, the guys react to a forum post about a 30-day ban that spirals into a masterclass on what not to do—photos taken from inside the car, dashboard in frame, and using Google Maps images. From there, Jamal lays out his “If I ran Wayfarer for a day”

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66:49

214 . Wayfaregon Trail

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2026/02/22

This week on the podcast, Chris and Jamal talk about the current state of Wayfarer, including eMiLy still being down, the lack of updates around the Ambassador program, and growing frustration with Recon especially among the “I want to do both” crowd who feel stuck waiting for meaningful changes.They also dive into a great community discussion around trail markers, breaking down what actually makes them eligible. The key takeaway: it’s not the marker itself it’s the trail. Chris and Jamal explain

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83:37

213. Where Did All the Gatekeepers Go?

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2026/02/15

This week Jamal and Chris talk about recent Wayfarer news, including eMiLy’s photo-edit outage, ongoing email issues, and a reminder about properly handling location edits through help chat instead of inching Wayspots around the map. They also react to some listener comments before diving into the main topics.In Topic #1, they discuss a “Measure Twice, Cut Once” approach to nominations, introducing a practical pre-submission checklist. They cover the importance of strong photos, clear unique

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79:13

Episode 212. Maps Don’t Lie

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2026/02/08

This week Chris and Jamal talk about the latest Wayfarer news, including issues with map sync delays that are causing approved Wayspots, edits, and removals to take hours (or even more than a day) to appear in games. Niantic is currently running manual syncs while investigating the problem, and the hosts also highlight a community comment suggesting that player-submitted Wayspots should replace some of the newly generated street PokéStops.The bulk of the episode focuses on a deep dive into the

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94:46

211. Niantic is getting busy!

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2026/02/01

In this week’s episode, Jamal and Chris dive into Niantic’s controversial experiment of adding PokéStops directly to street corners and bus stops in select U.S. areas, weighing the potential benefits for underserved communities against concerns around criteria, fairness, safety, and visual clutter. They break down what this could mean for Wayfarer’s philosophy, reviewer morale, and future map growth—plus what success (or failure) of the test might signal long-term.Jamal and Chris also spotlight

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77:06

210. Reporting From The Front Lines

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2026/01/25

This week Chris and Jamal dive headfirst into fresh Wayfarer movement, community chatter, and one of the trickiest topics explorers face: when — and how — to report problematic Wayspots. The duo opens with some classic banter before jumping into the latest Wayfarer News, including long-stuck nominations finally reaching resolution, speculation on when 2026 Wayfarer Ambassador applications might open, and why some Niantic reviews seem to clear faster than others. From there it’s on to From the

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87:53

209. We’re back for Season 5!

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2026/01/18

In this week’s episode, Jamal and Chris break down everything kicking off Season 5 of Wayfarer, starting with the surprising speed-up that has nominations flying through in hours instead of weeks. They explore what this means for queues, backlogs, and overall Explorer behavior, and whether Niantic might be testing something under the hood. The conversation then shifts to the big Quality Question — are these faster decisions still accurate, or are reviewers becoming more lenient as systems

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70:51

208. Is Wayfarer Easier Now?

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2026/01/11

This week, Jamal & Chris dig into the first recorded episode of 2026 and the Season 4 finale! We look back at the incredible growth of the show over the past four years and share what’s ahead for Season 5. Then we break down the surprising Wayfarer update that caused years-old failed uploads to suddenly appear in Niantic review — some only half-uploaded — and what this means for reviewers. We also share our personal 2026 Wayfarer commitments, including Chris’ push for WDD Top 35, nomination and

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61:04

207. Wayfarer Year in Review Part #2

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2026/01/04

This week the boys talk about…Part 2 of our 2025 Wayfarer retrospective — where momentum turned into mastery. From the mid-year surge of new Wayfarers to roadmap clarity, recognition, and early automation, the community didn’t just grow… it leveled up. We break down how July through December reshaped reviewing habits, mentorship, and what it really means to Wayfind heading into 2026. Here’s what we’re talking about: The mid-year Wayfarer check-in and how contributors evaluated their own

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75:40

206. Wayfarer Year in Review Part #1

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2025/12/28

On this week’s episode of the Wayspotters Podcast, Jamal and Chris hit rewind on 2025 and take a month-by-month look at how Wayfarer really changed — not just through updates and announcements, but through reviewer behavior, community strategy, and shifting trust in the system.This isn’t a “Niantic did this” or “Scopely did that” episode. It’s about us — the reviewers, nominators, veterans, and newcomers who adapted as the rules stayed mostly the same, but the reality around them didn’t. In Part

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73:30

205. All I want for Christmas

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2025/12/21

On this week’s episode of the Wayspotters Podcast, Jamal and Chris wrap up the year by taking a look at Wayfarer at the end of 2025. From a holiday-themed Wayfarer Christmas Wishlist to reflecting on what the year actually taught us about nominations, eligibility, and reviewer consistency, the conversation balances insight with end-of-year perspective.The episode also covers recent Wayfarer news, seasonal submission realities, and wraps with the debate no one asked for but everyone has an opinion

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74:43

204. Plucked From the Map

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2025/12/14

This week, Jamal & Chris dig into how Wayspots actually get removed from the map — what qualifies for removal, what doesn’t, and why “technically ineligible” often isn’t enough. They break down Niantic’s removal criteria, share real-world examples, and offer practical tips to help your removal reports get approved. Before that, they cover the latest Wayfarer news, including GO Fest 2025 in Chicago, upcoming citywide gameplay, and two community forum threads highlighting approved Wayspots from

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77:19

203. I Paid $4.99 for a POI

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2025/12/07

This week, Jamal & Chris welcome Instagram explorer wonderlust_wayfarer for a deep dive into urban wandering, abandoned places, and the beauty of overlooked POIs.We break down the latest Wayfarer news, react to Niantic’s… questionable trailer PokéStops, and unveil Jamal’s bold theory: a possible $4.99 Explorer Pass with temporary daily PokéStops. Could Niantic actually do it? (Yes. Probably. Maybe tomorrow.) Plus: rants, laughs, pros & cons, and the definitive argument for why toilet paper

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62:19

202. Wildest of Speculations

Wayspotters - A Niantic Wayfarer Podcast ·

2025/11/30

In this episode, Chris and Jamal dive into a chaotic week in Wayfarer, starting with a broken rollout of the new web submission system and Niantic’s quick rollback. Then the guys dig into a surprising datamine revealing two new conditional quest types — and what that might mean for the future. Are we finally getting Wayfarer special research? Is this Scopely’s influence? Or are we just headed toward MOAR STOPS?They also explore rumors around possible temporary or daily PokéStops, what they could

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