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Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update

Holo Hustle is your weekly Pokémon TCG market update, hosted by longtime collector Al Bowers. Each episode breaks down price trends, set highlights, and collecting insights to keep you informed and ahead of the game. Whether you’re a casual fan or a serious investor, this show delivers clear updates while celebrating the fun and nostalgia of the hobby. Join the hustle, grow your collection, and stay ahead of the market—one holo at a time.

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01:29:55

Episode 38: Would I Actually Buy It?

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/10/05

This week on Holo Hustle, I’m answering a question a listener finally called me out on:What Pokémon cards am I actually willing to buy?Not cards I simply like. Not cards I think are interesting. Cards where I’m comfortable putting my own money behind the decision.We break down five very different situations featuring Pokémon TCG Classic Charizard, the 2026 Worlds Pikachu promo, Greninja ex from Twilight Masquerade, Rayquaza VMAX from Evolving Skies, and Gyarados-EX from BREAKpoint.Some I’m already

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01:19:14

Episode 37: When the Artist Becomes the Chase

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2026/09/28

When does the artist become part of the chase?This week on Holo Hustle, we dig into the growing influence of Pokémon TCG illustrators and asks whether the name printed at the bottom of the card is becoming just as important as the Pokémon pictured on it.We look at five very different examples: Mega Dragonite ex #290, Yuka Morii’s clay Ditto/Bulbasaur, the altered artwork of Sabrina’s Gengar, Shinji Kanda’s iconic Giratina V, and Pikachu with Grey Felt Hat from the Van Gogh Museum collaboration.Along

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01:36:24

Episode 36: Future Classic or Future Regret

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/09/22

Which Pokémon cards are actually built to last—and which ones are just expensive because everyone wants them right now?This week on Holo Hustle, we’re breaking down the difference between a future classic and a future regret. We look at artwork, character popularity, supply, grading difficulty, nostalgia, entry price, and why a great card can still be a bad buy at the wrong number.We also dig into the first real 30th Celebration market data, early pull-rate trends, upcoming product waves, and what

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01:18:15

Episode 35: What Makes a Pokémon Card Matter?

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/09/14

Why do some Pokémon cards become unforgettable while others fade into the background?This week, we’re digging into what actually makes a Pokémon card matter—artwork, nostalgia, character popularity, scarcity, supply, set identity, and the stories collectors attach to them.With 30th Celebration right around the corner, we also break down the latest news, new promos, and five Cards of the Week that each show a different reason collectors keep coming back to certain cards.And of course, we’re looking

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01:20:17

Episode 34 — Right Card. Right Time.

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/09/07

Timing can make or break a Pokémon TCG pickup. This week, we look at the Rayquaza run-up, 30th Celebration hype, and the cards getting cheaper while everyone is looking somewhere else. Cards of the Week include Mega Greninja ex, Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex, Mew VMAX, Plusle and Minun, and Origin Forme Dialga V. The lesson: know what you want, know your price, and don’t let FOMO make the decision for you.

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01:18:38

Episode 33: The Cards We Cannot Forget

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/08/31

Episode 33 of Holo Hustle dives into why nostalgia has such a powerful hold on collectors and how memories can influence what cards we value. We break down this week’s biggest Pokémon TCG news, including 30th Celebration reveals, cooling sealed prices, Worlds, and the return of Mega Raichu. Then we look at five cards from different eras—Ancient Mew, Dark Tyranitar, Salamence LV.X, Vaporeon TG02, and Sleepy Raichu—to see how nostalgia, artwork, scarcity, and timing can create long-term collecting and

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01:32:00

Episode 32: Are we sure this is a Pokémon?

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/08/24

Episode 32 of Holo Hustle dives into the strange world of Ultra Beasts, exploring what they are, why Game Freak intentionally designed them to feel unlike normal Pokémon, and how that weirdness carried into the TCG. Along the way, we break down five standout Ultra Beast cards—including Naganadel & Guzzlord-GX, Pheromosa & Buzzwole-GX, Nihilego-GX, Blacephalon-GX, and Xurkitree-GX—while talking artwork, grading, market value, nostalgia, and whether this overlooked corner of the Sun & Moon

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01:27:37

The Stories Behind the Stamp

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/08/16

Episode 31 of Holo Hustle — The Stories Behind the Stamp explores how the way a Pokémon card entered the hobby can matter just as much as the card itself. We look at the HeartGold & SoulSilver: Unleashed prerelease-stamped Blastoise, the brutally difficult-to-gem Magikarp & Wailord-GX SM166 promo, and the huge premiums collectors are paying for Play! Pokémon-stamped Mew V and Mew VMAX cards. We also dive into one of Pokémon’s strangest printing mistakes with the POP Series 5 inverted-back

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01:18:42

Episode 30: The Cards We Remember

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/08/10

Episode 30 of Holo Hustle explores the different ways Pokémon cards become memorable, from Liam’s birthday-pulled Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex to Derek’s Pokémon 4Ever Celebi movie promo. We also break down the unusual Celebratory Fanfare competitive promo, make the case that Rainbow Chonkachu may have cooled off too far, and revisit Tyranitar ex from EX Unseen Forces as the original EX era begins entering its nostalgia window. Along the way, we compare raw and graded markets, discuss scarcity versus

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01:54:37

Episode 29: If You Could Keep Only One Card

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/08/04

This week on Holo Hustle, we explore the different reasons collectors connect with cards—from unique promos and unforgettable artwork to listener-requested favorites. We break down Slowbro, Morpeko ex, Fraxure, Skeledirge ex, and the five-figure Munch Psyduck while separating genuine collector appeal from grading premiums and early-market hype. Liam and Sisters help shape the episode with their card suggestions, and Josh gets a shout-out for surviving last week’s marathon. We close with our hardest

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02:30:10

Episode 28: Missed a week, Twice the episode!

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/07/29

This week on Holo Hustle, we explore how new Pokémon products and announcements can send collectors searching through older cards before the wider market catches on. We break down five cards connected to upcoming catalysts—Zoroark-GX, Meowscarada ex, Lucario-GX, Espeon & Deoxys-GX, and Greninja & Zoroark-GX—while weighing their artwork, history, grading populations, prices, and risks. The lesson is simple: do not chase every headline—look for the cards sitting just outside the spotlight

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00:44:07

Episode 27: Connect the Dots

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/07/18

This week on Holo Hustle, we're connecting the dots between Pokémon news and the cards quietly gaining momentum in the market. We take a closer look at Arcanine, Growlithe, Mewtwo, Rayquaza, and Umbreon & Darkrai to explore why some of the best opportunities aren't always the most obvious ones. Along the way, we discuss how collector psychology, nostalgia, and renewed attention on certain Pokémon can ripple through the hobby in surprising ways. Whether you're hunting your next grail

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00:52:59

Episode 26: Every Great Card Tells a Story

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/07/05

What makes a Pokémon card truly special? This week on Holo Hustle, we explore the stories behind the cards as we react to the latest Pokémon TCG news and break down five incredible Cards of the Week—from a legendary Expedition Mew to the nostalgic Birthday Pikachu promo. Whether you're chasing grails, hunting for affordable sleepers, or simply collecting cards that make you smile, this episode is all about looking beyond the price tag and remembering why we fell in love with the hobby in the

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00:45:11

Episode 25: The Cards That Changed Pokémon Forever

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/06/29

This week on Holo Hustle, we're talking about why Pokémon's future is being built on its past. From Mega Rayquaza and the return of Delta-themed cards to the history behind Pokémon's most iconic reprints, this episode explores how nostalgia continues to shape the hobby. We also spotlight five incredible cards that blend history, artwork, scarcity, and collector demand—and explain why they deserve a closer look before everyone else catches on.

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01:00:46

Episode 24: The Cards Everyone Passed On

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/06/23

In Episode 24 of Holo Hustle, we dive into a week of Pokémon news that highlights just how fast the hobby is evolving—from AI competitions and expanding championship events to the return of Delta Species themes and the upcoming Pitch Black release. Then we take a closer look at five cards that may be flying under the radar, including Skyridge Pikachu, Delta Species Rayquaza ex, the Hidden Fates Legendary Bird Trio GX, Pansage Illustration Rare, and Gloom Illustration Rare.We highlight some of the

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00:56:30

Episode 23: Hidden in Plain Sight — The Cards...

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/06/15

In Episode 23 of Holo Hustle, we break down the chaos surrounding Pokémon Center's Pitch Black preorders, discussing the massive wait times, website issues, and what these ongoing problems mean for collectors moving forward. We also explored how the upcoming 30th Anniversary set is already influencing the market, driving renewed interest in older cards and creating opportunities in overlooked areas of the hobby.For this week's Cards of the Week, we highlighted several potential sleepers and

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00:55:43

Episode 22: The Cards Pokémon Just Accidentally Made...

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/06/07

In Episode 22, we break down the newly revealed Pokémon 30th Anniversary Celebration set and discuss how Pokémon's decision to spotlight classic cards could create a ripple effect throughout the entire market. We explore how nostalgia, scarcity, and changing pull rates continue to shape collector behavior and why some older cards may be poised for renewed attention. Then we dive into five standout picks—including Dark Charizard, Seismitoad, Nidoking, Pikachu & Zekrom GX, and Gengar

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01:00:00

Episode 21: Darkrai Rising, Rayquaza Soaring, and the...

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/05/28

In Episode 21, we break down how the Pokémon card market is evolving beyond simple rarity and moving heavily toward artwork, storytelling, cameo cards, and emotional collector connection. We talk about the rising trend of hidden Pokémon appearances in card artwork, the growing importance of PSA 10 premiums, and how collectors are beginning to “rediscover” cards in entirely new ways. Then we dove deep into some major cards of the week including Dark Dragonite from Team Rocket Returns, Darkrai VSTAR

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01:00:03

Episode 20: Beyond the Hype: The Cards Collectors...

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/05/18

In Episode 20, we break down how the Pokémon market is evolving beyond simple hype and shifting more toward artwork, emotional connection, scarcity, and long-term collector demand. We covered major trends happening in the hobby right now, including how smarter collectors are using market data and population reports to identify cards that still feel undervalued before the broader market catches on. The cards of the week included Pikachu VMAX Rainbow Rare, Gyarados ex SIR, Lugia V Alt Art, Dragonair

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00:52:59

Episode 19: The Market Isn’t Spiking… It’s Separating

Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update ·

2026/05/04

This episode breaks down how the Pokémon card market isn’t just rising—it’s starting to separate, especially as new product strategies and distribution changes reshape how collectors buy and chase cards. In the news, we covered the reveal and implications of the upcoming Pitch Black set along with Pokémon Center’s evolving notification system, both pointing toward a more controlled and competitive release environment. From there, we connected that to the market itself, highlighting cards like

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