November 23, 2025 • 10 mins
In this exciting episode of Kidcast Daily, we dive into the colorful world of Pokémon to explore the most popular characters that have captured the hearts of fans worldwide! Join us as we discuss their unique abilities, memorable moments, and the reasons why they stand out in the Pokémon universe. #Kids #kidspodcast #Trivia #fun #Pokemon #Pikachu #Charizard #Gengar #PokémonGo
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(00:08):
Spin the wheel, let's take a ride.
Sports and science bursting frominside a world of wonder.
Open wide. Come on kids, let's amplify kid
cats. Daily starts yours.
Welcome to Kick Ass Daily, wherewe bring news, trivia, fun
(00:29):
facts, and more just for curiouskids like you.
Today, get ready to explore the amazing world of Pokémon.
We're going to talk about the most popular Pokémon of all
time, learn why people love them, and discover some cool
facts along the way. Whether you're a huge Pokémon
fan or just getting started, there's something here for
(00:49):
everyone. Let's start at the beginning.
Pokémon are creatures from a video game series that begins in
Japan in 1996. The word Pokémon is short for
Pocket Monsters, and the games were designed so players could
catch, train, and battle with these creatures.
Over the years, Pokémon became much more than just video games.
(01:10):
There are trading cards, TV shows, movies, toys, and even
mobile apps like Pokémon Go. Today, Pokémon is one of the
biggest entertainment franchisesin the world.
Now you might be wondering, withover 1000 different Pokémon,
which ones are the most popular?It's a great question and the
answer is actually a mix of fan poles, sales numbers, and how
(01:32):
often they appear in the games and shows.
Let's meet some of the most famous Pokémon ever.
First up, Pikachu. Pikachu is by far the most
recognizable Pokémon. Pikachu is a small yellow mouse
like creature with pointy ears and a tail shaped like a
lightning bolt. Pikachu is known for generating
(01:52):
electricity and is often seen using its famous move
Thunderbolt. Pikachu became the mascot of
Pokémon and is featured in almost every game show and
movie. In fact, Pikachu is so popular
that you can find Pikachu plush toys in toy stores all over the
world. There are even Pikachu themed
(02:13):
airplanes in Japan. Did you know that Pikachu was
almost not chosen as the mascot?In the early days, another
Pokémon called Clefairy was considered, but Pikachu's bright
color and friendly face won everyone over.
Next, let's talk about Charizard.
Charizard is a fire and flying type Pokémon that looks like a
(02:33):
big orange dragon. Even though Charizard is not a
dragon type Pokémon in the main games, many people think of it
as a dragon because of its wingsand ability to breathe fire.
Charizard evolves from Charmander, the fire type
starter Pokémon from the very first games.
Many players choose Charmander because they want to end up with
a powerful Charizard. Charizard's popularity is also
(02:56):
huge in the Pokémon Trading Cardgame.
The original Charizard card is one of the most valuable Pokémon
cards ever, and some have sold for thousands of dollars.
That's a lot of allowance money.Another top favorite is EVEV is
a normal type Pokémon that is famous for its ability to evolve
into many different forms in thegames.
(03:17):
If you give EV certain items or level it up in special ways, it
can turn into different Pokémon like Vaporion, Water type,
Jolteon, Electric type, Flarion,fire type, and more.
Because of all these possibilities, fans love EV.
In fact, in the game Pokémon Let's Go, EV Evie is one of the
(03:37):
main partners. Just like Pikachu.
Let's not forget about Mute Whoa.
Mute Whoa is a legendary psychictype Pokémon.
In the Pokémon world, Legendary Pokémon are rare and extremely
powerful. Mute Whoa was created in a
laboratory by scientists, and itfirst appeared in the very first
Pokémon movie. Mute Whoa is known for its
(03:59):
mysterious look and incredible psychic abilities.
Many players remember how difficult it was to catch Mute
Woe in the original games, making it a favorite for those
who love a challenge. Now, let's talk about Snorlax.
Snorlax is a huge, sleepy Pokémon that is famous for
blocking roads in the games. In order to get past Snorlax,
(04:20):
players need to play a special flute to wake it up.
Snorlax is known for its massivesize and love of sleeping, but
in battle it can be very tough because of its high health
points. Snorlax has become a favorite
for fans who enjoy its laid backattitude and powerful moves.
Lucario is another Pokémon that has gained a lot of fans.
(04:40):
Lucario is a fighting and steel type Pokémon that looks a bit
like a Jackal or a wolf. Lucario is known for its speed,
strength, and the ability to useAura, which is a kind of energy
that it can sense and use in battle.
Lucario has appeared in several Pokémon movies and is even a
playable character in the Super Smash Brothers series, which is
(05:01):
another popular video game. Greninja is a water and dark
type Pokémon that looks like a ninja frog.
Greninja is popular because of its cool design and strong
abilities. In the Pokémon anime, Ash's
Greninja became very famous for its special form called Ash
Greninja, showing a unique bond between Trainer and Pokémon.
(05:22):
Greninja was even voted the mostpopular Pokémon in a worldwide
poll held by The Pokémon Companyin 2020.
Of course, we can't leave out Bulbasaur and Squirtle.
Bulbasaur is a grass and poison type Pokémon and Squirtle is a
water type. They were the other two starter
Pokémon from the original game, along with Charmander.
(05:44):
Many fans have a soft spot for these Pokémon because they were
some of the very first they evercaught.
Bulbasaur is known for the plantbulb on its back, which later
grows into a huge flower when itevolves into Venusaur.
Squirtle is a cute turtle Pokémon that evolves into the
powerful Blastoise, which has water cannons on a shell.
Jengar is a ghost and poison type Pokémon that looks like a
(06:07):
purple shadow with a big grin. Jengar is known for its
mischievous personality and spooky abilities in battles.
Jengar is very fast and can use a wide range of moves, making it
a favorite for players who like tricky strategies.
Let's talk a little about Legendary Pokémon, since they're
often among the most popular. Besides Mute Woe, there's also
(06:29):
Ray Kwaza, a dragon and flying type Pokémon that looks like a
giant green serpent. Rayquaza is famous for its role
in stopping conflicts between other Legendary Pokémon.
Then there's Lygia, A psychic and flying type Pokémon known as
the Guardian of the Seas, and Ho, a fire and flying type
Pokémon said to bring happiness to those who see it.
(06:51):
These Legendary Pokémon often appear on the covers of games
and are the stars of movies, which makes them extra special
to fans. Did you know that Pokémon
popularity can change over time?Sometimes, a new game or show
will make a certain Pokémon morepopular.
For example, when the game Pokémon Geo was released in
2016, Pokémon like Magikarp and Garridos became more popular
(07:15):
because they were fun to catch and evolve in the game.
And when the Pokémon Sword and Shield games came out, new
Pokémon like Korvanite and Dragapult became favorites among
new fans. Another interesting fact is that
some Pokémon are especially popular in certain countries.
For example, Alchemy, a cream themed Pokémon, is very popular
(07:36):
in Europe because people there love desserts and sweets.
In Japan, Pokémon like Far Fetched, which is based on a
Japanese saying about ducks and green onions, are local
favorites. Some Pokémon become popular
because of memes or jokes on theInternet.
For example, Sidek, a duck like Pokémon that always seems
confused, became famous because of its funny expressions in the
(07:59):
TV show and movies. People love sharing pictures and
videos of Sidek online. You might be wondering how
Pokémon popularity is measured. The Pokémon Company sometimes
holds official polls where fans around the world can vote for
their favorites. They also look at how many times
a Pokémon appears in TV shows, movies, and trading cards, as
(08:20):
well as which ones sell the mosttoys and merchandise.
Even the number of times a Pokémon is picked in competitive
battles can be a clue to how popular it is.
Let's talk about what makes a Pokémon popular.
Sometimes it's because of their design.
Pokémon that look cute, cool, orpowerful often become favorites.
Sometimes it's because of their abilities in battle.
(08:42):
If a Pokémon is strong or has a unique move, players might use
it more often, and sometimes it's because of their role in
the story. If a Pokémon is important to the
main character or has a big moment in a movie, fans are more
likely to remember it. Did you know that The Pokémon
Company creates new Pokémon for each new game?
This keeps the series fresh and exciting, and it gives fans new
(09:06):
favorites to discover. Some of the newer popular
Pokémon include Tinkitin, a fairy and steel type Pokémon
from the Scarlet and Violet games, and Spigotito, a grass
type starter from the same games.
Pokémon popularity also leads tosome fun events.
For example, in Japan, there arePokémon Centers, which are
(09:26):
stores filled with Pokémon merchandise.
Sometimes special events are held where fans can meet people
dressed as Pikachu or get exclusive toys.
In other countries, big tournaments are held where
players can battle each other using their favorite Pokémon.
You might have noticed that somePokémon are especially popular
among younger kids, while othersare favorites for older fans.
(09:50):
For example, Pokémon like Pikachu, Evie, and Jigglypuff
are often loved by younger kids because they're cute and easy to
recognize. Older fans might prefer Pokémon
like Lucario, Garchomp, or Salomons because of their strong
abilities in battle. There's also a group of Pokémon
called Starter Pokémon Grab. Your breakfast feelings fine
(10:12):
adventures waiting. Don't be late.
Today's the day we see.
Spin the wheel, let's take a ride.
Sports and science bursting frominside a world of wonder.
Open wide. Come on kids, let's amplify kid
cats. Daily starts yours.
Welcome to Kick Ass Daily, wherewe bring news, trivia, fun
(00:29):
facts, and more just for curiouskids like you.
Today, get ready to explore the amazing world of Pokémon.
We're going to talk about the most popular Pokémon of all
time, learn why people love them, and discover some cool
facts along the way. Whether you're a huge Pokémon
fan or just getting started, there's something here for
(00:49):
everyone. Let's start at the beginning.
Pokémon are creatures from a video game series that begins in
Japan in 1996. The word Pokémon is short for
Pocket Monsters, and the games were designed so players could
catch, train, and battle with these creatures.
Over the years, Pokémon became much more than just video games.
(01:10):
There are trading cards, TV shows, movies, toys, and even
mobile apps like Pokémon Go. Today, Pokémon is one of the
biggest entertainment franchisesin the world.
Now you might be wondering, withover 1000 different Pokémon,
which ones are the most popular?It's a great question and the
answer is actually a mix of fan poles, sales numbers, and how
(01:32):
often they appear in the games and shows.
Let's meet some of the most famous Pokémon ever.
First up, Pikachu. Pikachu is by far the most
recognizable Pokémon. Pikachu is a small yellow mouse
like creature with pointy ears and a tail shaped like a
lightning bolt. Pikachu is known for generating
(01:52):
electricity and is often seen using its famous move
Thunderbolt. Pikachu became the mascot of
Pokémon and is featured in almost every game show and
movie. In fact, Pikachu is so popular
that you can find Pikachu plush toys in toy stores all over the
world. There are even Pikachu themed
(02:13):
airplanes in Japan. Did you know that Pikachu was
almost not chosen as the mascot?In the early days, another
Pokémon called Clefairy was considered, but Pikachu's bright
color and friendly face won everyone over.
Next, let's talk about Charizard.
Charizard is a fire and flying type Pokémon that looks like a
(02:33):
big orange dragon. Even though Charizard is not a
dragon type Pokémon in the main games, many people think of it
as a dragon because of its wingsand ability to breathe fire.
Charizard evolves from Charmander, the fire type
starter Pokémon from the very first games.
Many players choose Charmander because they want to end up with
a powerful Charizard. Charizard's popularity is also
(02:56):
huge in the Pokémon Trading Cardgame.
The original Charizard card is one of the most valuable Pokémon
cards ever, and some have sold for thousands of dollars.
That's a lot of allowance money.Another top favorite is EVEV is
a normal type Pokémon that is famous for its ability to evolve
into many different forms in thegames.
(03:17):
If you give EV certain items or level it up in special ways, it
can turn into different Pokémon like Vaporion, Water type,
Jolteon, Electric type, Flarion,fire type, and more.
Because of all these possibilities, fans love EV.
In fact, in the game Pokémon Let's Go, EV Evie is one of the
(03:37):
main partners. Just like Pikachu.
Let's not forget about Mute Whoa.
Mute Whoa is a legendary psychictype Pokémon.
In the Pokémon world, Legendary Pokémon are rare and extremely
powerful. Mute Whoa was created in a
laboratory by scientists, and itfirst appeared in the very first
Pokémon movie. Mute Whoa is known for its
(03:59):
mysterious look and incredible psychic abilities.
Many players remember how difficult it was to catch Mute
Woe in the original games, making it a favorite for those
who love a challenge. Now, let's talk about Snorlax.
Snorlax is a huge, sleepy Pokémon that is famous for
blocking roads in the games. In order to get past Snorlax,
(04:20):
players need to play a special flute to wake it up.
Snorlax is known for its massivesize and love of sleeping, but
in battle it can be very tough because of its high health
points. Snorlax has become a favorite
for fans who enjoy its laid backattitude and powerful moves.
Lucario is another Pokémon that has gained a lot of fans.
(04:40):
Lucario is a fighting and steel type Pokémon that looks a bit
like a Jackal or a wolf. Lucario is known for its speed,
strength, and the ability to useAura, which is a kind of energy
that it can sense and use in battle.
Lucario has appeared in several Pokémon movies and is even a
playable character in the Super Smash Brothers series, which is
(05:01):
another popular video game. Greninja is a water and dark
type Pokémon that looks like a ninja frog.
Greninja is popular because of its cool design and strong
abilities. In the Pokémon anime, Ash's
Greninja became very famous for its special form called Ash
Greninja, showing a unique bond between Trainer and Pokémon.
(05:22):
Greninja was even voted the mostpopular Pokémon in a worldwide
poll held by The Pokémon Companyin 2020.
Of course, we can't leave out Bulbasaur and Squirtle.
Bulbasaur is a grass and poison type Pokémon and Squirtle is a
water type. They were the other two starter
Pokémon from the original game, along with Charmander.
(05:44):
Many fans have a soft spot for these Pokémon because they were
some of the very first they evercaught.
Bulbasaur is known for the plantbulb on its back, which later
grows into a huge flower when itevolves into Venusaur.
Squirtle is a cute turtle Pokémon that evolves into the
powerful Blastoise, which has water cannons on a shell.
Jengar is a ghost and poison type Pokémon that looks like a
(06:07):
purple shadow with a big grin. Jengar is known for its
mischievous personality and spooky abilities in battles.
Jengar is very fast and can use a wide range of moves, making it
a favorite for players who like tricky strategies.
Let's talk a little about Legendary Pokémon, since they're
often among the most popular. Besides Mute Woe, there's also
(06:29):
Ray Kwaza, a dragon and flying type Pokémon that looks like a
giant green serpent. Rayquaza is famous for its role
in stopping conflicts between other Legendary Pokémon.
Then there's Lygia, A psychic and flying type Pokémon known as
the Guardian of the Seas, and Ho, a fire and flying type
Pokémon said to bring happiness to those who see it.
(06:51):
These Legendary Pokémon often appear on the covers of games
and are the stars of movies, which makes them extra special
to fans. Did you know that Pokémon
popularity can change over time?Sometimes, a new game or show
will make a certain Pokémon morepopular.
For example, when the game Pokémon Geo was released in
2016, Pokémon like Magikarp and Garridos became more popular
(07:15):
because they were fun to catch and evolve in the game.
And when the Pokémon Sword and Shield games came out, new
Pokémon like Korvanite and Dragapult became favorites among
new fans. Another interesting fact is that
some Pokémon are especially popular in certain countries.
For example, Alchemy, a cream themed Pokémon, is very popular
(07:36):
in Europe because people there love desserts and sweets.
In Japan, Pokémon like Far Fetched, which is based on a
Japanese saying about ducks and green onions, are local
favorites. Some Pokémon become popular
because of memes or jokes on theInternet.
For example, Sidek, a duck like Pokémon that always seems
confused, became famous because of its funny expressions in the
(07:59):
TV show and movies. People love sharing pictures and
videos of Sidek online. You might be wondering how
Pokémon popularity is measured. The Pokémon Company sometimes
holds official polls where fans around the world can vote for
their favorites. They also look at how many times
a Pokémon appears in TV shows, movies, and trading cards, as
(08:20):
well as which ones sell the mosttoys and merchandise.
Even the number of times a Pokémon is picked in competitive
battles can be a clue to how popular it is.
Let's talk about what makes a Pokémon popular.
Sometimes it's because of their design.
Pokémon that look cute, cool, orpowerful often become favorites.
Sometimes it's because of their abilities in battle.
(08:42):
If a Pokémon is strong or has a unique move, players might use
it more often, and sometimes it's because of their role in
the story. If a Pokémon is important to the
main character or has a big moment in a movie, fans are more
likely to remember it. Did you know that The Pokémon
Company creates new Pokémon for each new game?
This keeps the series fresh and exciting, and it gives fans new
(09:06):
favorites to discover. Some of the newer popular
Pokémon include Tinkitin, a fairy and steel type Pokémon
from the Scarlet and Violet games, and Spigotito, a grass
type starter from the same games.
Pokémon popularity also leads tosome fun events.
For example, in Japan, there arePokémon Centers, which are
(09:26):
stores filled with Pokémon merchandise.
Sometimes special events are held where fans can meet people
dressed as Pikachu or get exclusive toys.
In other countries, big tournaments are held where
players can battle each other using their favorite Pokémon.
You might have noticed that somePokémon are especially popular
among younger kids, while othersare favorites for older fans.
(09:50):
For example, Pokémon like Pikachu, Evie, and Jigglypuff
are often loved by younger kids because they're cute and easy to
recognize. Older fans might prefer Pokémon
like Lucario, Garchomp, or Salomons because of their strong
abilities in battle. There's also a group of Pokémon
called Starter Pokémon Grab. Your breakfast feelings fine
(10:12):
adventures waiting. Don't be late.
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