Special Conditions - A Pokémon TCG Podcast
Special Conditions is a Podcast dedicated to the Pokémon Trading Card Game that brings over 30 years of combined TCG experience to the game table! Hosts Adam Tuttle and Justin Keller bring unique perspectives on collecting, competing, and the current card market in a family friendly environment.
Episodes
September 29, 2025 • 72 mins
Special Conditions Podcast Ep. 193 – MEGA EVOLUTION MADNESS
In this week’s episode of Special Conditions, Adam and Justin dive deep into all things Pokémon TCG — from nostalgic throwbacks to the latest Mega cards hitting the scene. We kick things off with a look at Mega Audino EX from Fates Collide, comparing the old-school Mega Evolution mechanic to the new flashy versions.
From there, we explore the brand-new Mega Pokémon set ...
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September 12, 2025 • 86 mins
This week on Special Conditions, we step away from the usual gameplay and collecting chatter to honor a community staple—The Grading Authority (TGA). After years of serving the hobby, TGA is officially closing its doors, and with it comes the end of an era in card grading. Adam shares his heartfelt thoughts on what TGA meant to him personally and professionally, from the shows he attended with them to the friendships he made along ...
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August 19, 2025 • 73 mins
Delibird Dreams & Mega Symphonia Screams | Special Conditions 191
In this episode of Special Conditions, Adam and Justin cover a packed week in the Pokémon TCG. We dig into the new Play! Pokémon app — what works, what’s missing, and how it could evolve. We also explore Pokémon TCG Pocket, the latest Play! Series 7 packs, and the incredible Mega Symphonia set, which might feature some of the best artwork we’ve seen yet.
Justin sha...
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August 11, 2025 • 78 mins
This week on Special Conditions, Adam, Justin, and special guest Lane from Good Morning Johto dive deep into the highs, lows, and downright strange moments from Collect-A-Con Cleveland. From overpriced cards and Wi-Fi woes to epic deals and Final Fantasy box flips, we cover it all — both from the customer and vendor sides. We also talk about variety at shows, the rising popularity of One Piece cards, and those elusive cards that ma...
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June 29, 2025 • 59 mins
Welcome to Episode 189 of Special Conditions, the Pokémon TCG podcast where competing and collecting collide! 🎴
In this episode, Justin and Lane from Good Morning Johto break down the 2026 Pokémon TCG rule changes, including the controversial shift from “+3 turns” to “+1 turn” and what that means for tournament timing and gameplay. We also dive deep into the upcoming Black & White mega set — covering the incredible reprint cards, ...
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June 20, 2025 • 46 mins
Special Conditions Podcast Ep. 188 | Rogue Decks & Rage Quits: Top NAIC 2025 Meta Moments! This week on Special Conditions, Adam and Justin take you through the wild ride that was NAIC 2025—from espresso-fueled rants to the rise of rogue decks and the fall of favorites! ☕🔥We dig deep into the meta breakdown, surprising top 32 finishes, and share our personal reactions to Isaiah Bradner's Gardevoir win, the unexpected success of To...
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June 14, 2025 • 63 mins
Distributors, Scalpers, and GameStop—Oh My! The TCG Crisis Explained | Special Conditions Ep. 187In this explosive episode of Special Conditions, we're diving deep into the Pokémon Trading Card Game’s most heated topic: the TCG distribution crisis. From pre-release chaos to allocation shortages and GameStop lines during tornado warnings, we break it all down with guest Lane from Good Morning Johto (@GMJohto on X.com)We’re pulling b...
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April 27, 2025 • 91 mins
Welcome to Special Conditions Podcast Episode 186! 🛡️✨ Today, Adam and Justin sit down with Ray from Collectible Tags for an incredible deep dive into the competitive Pokémon TCG scene!
We break down:
🛡️ Dragapult ex deck strategy — how to master Itchy Pollen and when to break Trainer Lock
🛠️ Pokémon TCG deck building tips — why you should master the top meta decks before going rogue
🏆 Mindset and preparation for competitive ...
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March 18, 2025 • 98 mins
In episode 185 of Special Conditions, hosts Adam Tuttle and Justin Keller welcome Garrett, the head grader at The Grading Authority (TGA). The show covers various aspects of Pokemon card grading, including the key components of grading, the nuances collectors should be aware of, and the process TGA follows to ensure accurate and consistent grades. The episode also touches on recent market trends, tips for collectors, and Garrett's ...
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March 3, 2025 • 43 mins
In this exciting episode of *Special Conditions*, Adam and Justin celebrate a major victory — *Special Conditions* won the European International Championship (EUIC)! They break down Ryuki Okada’s winning Brute Bonnet deck, the powerful combos with Sneasler, Bidoof, and Cloth, and how the poison-heavy strategy led to a championship win. Along the way, they share stories about opening Shrouded Fables packs, pulling incredible cards ...
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February 25, 2025 • 72 mins
Special Conditions Podcast
Publish Date - 2/25/25
In this week's episode, Adam and Justin dive into the Mirida Regionals to break down the first tournament results with Prismatic Evolutions now legal for Standard play. Justin has a surprise opening and some mail for his personal collection (PC). We also share our thoughts on the new line system on PokémonCenter.com, discuss the exciting new cards from Prize Pack Series 6, and rem...
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February 12, 2025 • 67 mins
In this episode of the Special Conditions Podcast, hosts Adam Tuttle and Justin Keller delve into the challenges of finding Pokémon cards anywhere. People are camping overnight!
Surprise mail call brings Justin more cards than he knows what to do with. Also some never before seen cards!
Pokémon Center is giving away the 2025 Pokémon Illustration Content cards with purchases with the special code.
They discuss the artistic jo...
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February 5, 2025 • 51 mins
Special Conditions Podcast 181
In this episode of Special Conditions, Adam and Justin delve into the state of the Pokémon TCG community amidst the chaotic launch of Prismatic Evolutions. They discuss their personal goals, the challenges of finding this highly coveted set, and how GameStop and Pokémon Company International are handling the situation. The duo also shares their experiences with in-person play, including Adam's ad...
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January 12, 2025 • 59 mins
Special Conditions Ep. 180: Unwrapping Goals for 2025
Recording Date - 01/08/25
Publish Date - 01/12/25
On this week's episode Adam and Justin return to the podcast with holiday updates! Justin opens some of Japan's latest high class set Terastal Festival while Delibird delivers some mail! Goals are set between the two of them and now to succeed in making these a reality for the new year! No need to worry about Prismatic Evolut...
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December 6, 2024 • 46 mins
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Recording Date - 12/04/24
Publish Date - 12/06/24
The new Eevee set is here, featuring incredible alt art cards of all your favorite Eeveelutions and some truly insane pulls, including Umbreon EX! We break down the must-have cards, the confirmed god packs, and what this set means for collectors. Plus, we cover TCG Pocket’s premium December offerings, McDonald’s Year of the Dragon promos, new Play Poké...
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November 11, 2024 • 64 mins
Special Conditions Podcast
Recording Date - 11/05/24
Publish Date - 11/11/24
In this week's episode Justin and Adam are BACK to talk about TCG pocket! With help from Luis (Host of the Purified Podcast) they take a deep dive into the new world of competitive and collecting Pokemon cards DIGITALLY! Enjoy the new of a new Moonbreon alt art from the newest eeveelutions based set named Prismatic Evolutions which is going to break mo...
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October 2, 2024 • 77 mins
Special Conditions Podcast
Recording Date - 9/29/24
Publish Date - 10/2/24
We have a special guest, Lane from Good Morning Johto! He’s in the house to discuss the dark underbelly of the card market. We get the inside scoop from the front lines of a local game shop (LGS) about pricing cards and what’s hot on the market right now. We speculate on the next group of cards to go to the moon.
Adam’s been busy hunting down all...
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September 19, 2024 • 54 mins
Special Conditions Podcast 176
Recording Date - 8/6/24
Publish Date - 9/19/24
Can you believe it? Adam was right about Iron Thorns! This episode was recorded before Pokemon Worlds had started. He kept playing the deck and was like I dunno it's pretty good. This could be a popular deck at worlds. And it won!
Adam gets his long-awaited finale of his TGA submission—get ready for a BUNDLE of joy that might just IRON itself out! Ju...
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August 14, 2024 • 59 mins
Special Conditions Podcast 175. The End of Vintage Products?
Recording Date - 7/30/24
Publish Date - 8/14/24
On this week's episode Adam and Justin discuss some new fire products from the Pokemon Center as well as touch on the hot topic of CT scanning your booster packs and booster boxes! Discussion of the new Shrouded Fables set takes the duo into the mysterious world of the “nobles” and the beautiful artwork of this set.
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August 12, 2024 • 60 mins
SPECIAL CONDITIONS 174: A THORNY WORLD Iron Thorns ex deck that has been making waves in recent tournaments. Adam shares his evolving perspective on the deck. It fairs well against the meta and this 4 pokemon deck scares Adam.
We discuss all the happenings at the upcoming World's including special guests and everything involved for the spectators. We set our hopes high as we reflect on the Yokohama Worlds from 2023.
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