In this episode of the Pika Pals Podcast, Jed rewatches Pokémon “Primeape Goes Bananas” — where Ash’s chase for a wild Primeape turns into a full-on comedy of chaos. From hat-snatching mayhem to a surprisingly heartfelt ending, this episode delivers classic Kanto energy at its finest. Expect a full recap, anime trivia, dub changes, and a round of “Who’s That Pokémon?”

⚡️ What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Full recap and analysis of Pokémon Indigo League – “Primeape Goes Bananas”
• Behind-the-scenes Pokémon anime trivia, production notes, and dub edits
• A round of the classic “Who’s That Pokémon?” game — can you guess it before the reveal?
• Pokémon-themed jokes, parody sponsors, and nostalgic mini games
  Heartfelt life lessons inspired by Pokémon

💬 Join the conversation:

• Was Ash right to try to catch Primeape in the middle of a rampage?
• Do you think Primeape should’ve stayed on the team longer?
• What’s your favourite funny moment from Ash’s early Kanto adventures?

🎙 About the Pika Pals Podcast

Your weekly trip back to Pokémon’s classic era — from Ash’s first steps in Pallet Town to the height of Pokémania. Hosted by Pokémon Trainer Jed, a lifelong fan and proud jelly donut defender, this nostalgic rewatch covers the original anime and the world that surrounded it: toys, trading cards, magazines, playground rumours, and more. Each episode is packed with laughs, trivia, retro fun, satirical “sponsor” skits, and spotlights on the Pokémon of the week.

📲 Follow & Connect

Follow: ⁠⁠⁠@PikaPalsPod⁠⁠⁠

Email: ⁠pikapalspod@gmail.com⁠

Leave me a voice message: ⁠⁠PikaPalsPodcast⁠⁠

Letters via Poké-mail also accepted.

💛 Support Mental Health

I’m raising money for Mind in Somerset — inspired by Pokémon’s themes of courage and connection. Donate via ⁠⁠⁠Pika Pals Unite⁠⁠⁠ and support mental health in the Pokémon community.

🚨 Disclaimer

Pika Pals Podcast is a fan project and not affiliated with Nintendo, Game Freak, or The Pokémon Company. All rights to characters, names, and images belong to their respective owners. Episode details and Pokémon facts referenced from Bulbapedia and Serebii with appreciation for their amazing fan communities.

Keywords: Pokémon anime podcast, Pokémon nostalgia, Pokémania, Indigo League rewatch, Ash Ketchum, Pikachu, Misty, Brock, Kanto region, Team Rocket, 90s anime, Pokémon episode review, anime podcast, retro anime, classic Pokémon, fan theories, Pokémon rewatch, mental health, fandom, Pika Pals Podcast

In this episode of the Pika Pals Podcast, Jed rewatches Pokémon “Haunter versus Kadabra” — where Ash returns to Saffron City, teams up with Haunter’s ghostly antics, and finally manages to break Sabrina’s terrifying psychic hold in one of the most bizarre Gym battles of the series. Expect a full recap, anime trivia, dub changes, and a round of “Who’s That Pokémon?”

⚡️ What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Full recap and analysis of Pokémon Indigo League – “Haunter versus Kadabra”

• Behind-the-scenes Pokémon anime trivia, production notes, and dub edits

• A round of the classic “Who’s That Pokémon?” game — can you guess it before the reveal?

• Pokémon-themed jokes, parody sponsors, and nostalgic mini games

• Heartfelt life lessons inspired by Pokémon

  
  

💬 Join the conversation:

• Do you think Ash’s “victory” in this Gym battle was earned, or was it really Haunter who saved the day?

• Did Sabrina’s creepy dollhouse scenes scare you as a kid, or just make you laugh?

• Which Ghost-type Pokémon from the Indigo League is your personal favorite?

🎙 About the Pika Pals Podcast

Your weekly trip back to Pokémon’s classic era — from Ash’s first steps in Pallet Town to the height of Pokémania. Hosted by Pokémon Trainer Jed, a lifelong fan and proud jelly donut defender, this nostalgic rewatch covers the original anime and the world that surrounded it: toys, trading cards, magazines, playground rumours, and more. Each episode is packed with laughs, trivia, retro fun, satirical “sponsor” skits, and spotlights on the Pokémon of the week.

📲 Follow & Connect

Follow: ⁠⁠@PikaPalsPod⁠⁠

Email: ⁠pikapalspod@gmail.com⁠

Leave me a voice message: ⁠PikaPalsPodcast⁠

Letters via Poké-mail also accepted.

💛 Support Mental Health

I’m raising money for Mind in Somerset — inspired by Pokémon’s themes of courage and connection. Donate via ⁠⁠Pika Pals Unite⁠⁠ and support mental health in the Pokémon community.

🚨 Disclaimer

Pika Pals Podcast is a fan project and not affiliated with Nintendo, Game Freak, or The Pokémon Company. All rights to characters, names, and images belong to their respective owners. Episode details and Pokémon facts referenced from Bulbapedia and Serebii with appreciation for their amazing fan communities.

Keywords: Pokémon anime podcast, Pokémon nostalgia, Pokémania, Indigo League rewatch, Ash Ketchum, Pikachu, Misty, Brock, Kanto region, Team Rocket, 90s anime, Pokémon episode review, anime podcast, retro anime, classic Pokémon, fan theories, Pokémon rewatch, mental health, fandom, Pika Pals Podcast

In this episode of the Pika Pals Podcast, Jed rewatches Pokémon “The Tower of Terror” — where Ash braves a haunted tower in search of a Ghost-type, befriends a mischievous Haunter, and experiences one of the strangest (and spookiest) adventures of the series. Expect a full recap, anime trivia, dub changes, and a round of “Who’s That Pokémon?”

⚡️ What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Full recap and analysis of Pokémon Indigo League – “The Tower of Terror”

• Behind-the-scenes Pokémon anime trivia, production notes, and dub edits

• A round of the classic “Who’s That Pokémon?” game — can you guess it before the reveal?

• Pokémon-themed jokes, parody sponsors, and nostalgic mini games

• Heartfelt life lessons inspired by Pokémon

  
  

💬 Join the conversation:

• Did Haunter’s pranks make this episode more funny than scary for you?

• If you could catch one Ghost-type Pokémon from the original games, which would you choose: Gastly, Haunter, or Gengar?

• Do you think Ash’s decision to befriend Haunter instead of battling it was the right move?

🎙 About the Pika Pals Podcast

Your weekly trip back to Pokémon’s classic era — from Ash’s first steps in Pallet Town to the height of Pokémania. Hosted by Pokémon Trainer Jed, a lifelong fan and proud jelly donut defender, this nostalgic rewatch covers the original anime and the world that surrounded it: toys, trading cards, magazines, playground rumours, and more. Each episode is packed with laughs, trivia, retro fun, satirical “sponsor” skits, and spotlights on the Pokémon of the week.

📲 Follow & Connect

Follow: ⁠⁠@PikaPalsPod⁠⁠

Email: ⁠pikapalspod@gmail.com⁠

Leave me a voice message: ⁠PikaPalsPodcast⁠

Letters via Poké-mail also accepted.

💛 Support Mental Health

I’m raising money for Mind in Somerset — inspired by Pokémon’s themes of courage and connection. Donate via ⁠⁠Pika Pals Unite⁠⁠ and support mental health in the Pokémon community.

🚨 Disclaimer

Pika Pals Podcast is a fan project and not affiliated with Nintendo, Game Freak, or The Pokémon Company. All rights to characters, names, and images belong to their respective owners. Episode details and Pokémon facts referenced from Bulbapedia and Serebii with appreciation for their amazing fan communities.

Keywords: Pokémon anime podcast, Pokémon nostalgia, Pokémania, Indigo League rewatch, Ash Ketchum, Pikachu, Misty, Brock, Kanto region, Team Rocket, 90s anime, Pokémon episode review, anime podcast, retro anime, classic Pokémon, fan theories, Pokémon rewatch, mental health, fandom, Pika Pals Podcast

In this episode of the Pika Pals Podcast, Jed rewatches Pokémon “Abra and the Psychic Showdown” — where Ash challenges the mysterious Sabrina in Saffron City, only to face terrifying psychic powers, a surreal dollhouse trap, and a battle he cannot win. Expect a full recap, anime trivia, dub changes, and a round of “Who’s That Pokémon?”

⚡️ What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Full recap and analysis of Pokémon Indigo League – “Abra and the Psychic Showdown”

• Behind-the-scenes Pokémon anime trivia, production notes, and dub edits

• A round of the classic “Who’s That Pokémon?” game — can you guess it before the reveal?

• Pokémon-themed jokes, parody sponsors, and nostalgic mini games

• Heartfelt life lessons inspired by Pokémon

  
  

💬 Join the conversation:

• Did Sabrina’s psychic powers creep you out when you first saw this episode?

• If you were a trainer, would you rather face a Psychic-type Gym or a Ghost-type Gym?

• Which psychic Pokémon from the original series is your favorite, and why?

🎙 About the Pika Pals Podcast

Your weekly trip back to Pokémon’s classic era — from Ash’s first steps in Pallet Town to the height of Pokémania. Hosted by Pokémon Trainer Jed, a lifelong fan and proud jelly donut defender, this nostalgic rewatch covers the original anime and the world that surrounded it: toys, trading cards, magazines, playground rumours, and more. Each episode is packed with laughs, trivia, retro fun, satirical “sponsor” skits, and spotlights on the Pokémon of the week.

📲 Follow & Connect

Follow: ⁠⁠@PikaPalsPod⁠⁠

Email: ⁠pikapalspod@gmail.com⁠

Leave me a voice message: ⁠PikaPalsPodcast⁠

Letters via Poké-mail also accepted.

💛 Support Mental Health

I’m raising money for Mind in Somerset — inspired by Pokémon’s themes of courage and connection. Donate via ⁠⁠Pika Pals Unite⁠⁠ and support mental health in the Pokémon community.

🚨 Disclaimer

Pika Pals Podcast is a fan project and not affiliated with Nintendo, Game Freak, or The Pokémon Company. All rights to characters, names, and images belong to their respective owners. Episode details and Pokémon facts referenced from Bulbapedia and Serebii with appreciation for their amazing fan communities.

Keywords: Pokémon anime podcast, Pokémon nostalgia, Pokémania, Indigo League rewatch, Ash Ketchum, Pikachu, Misty, Brock, Kanto region, Team Rocket, 90s anime, Pokémon episode review, anime podcast, retro anime, classic Pokémon, fan theories, Pokémon rewatch, mental health, fandom, Pika Pals Podcast

In this episode of the Pika Pals Podcast, Jed rewatches Pokémon “Bye Bye Butterfree” — the heart-wrenching farewell where Ash must let go of his first caught Pokémon so it can find love and freedom. Expect a full recap, anime trivia, dub changes, and a round of “Who’s That Pokémon?”

⚡️ What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Full recap and analysis of Pokémon Indigo League – “Bye Bye Butterfree”

• Behind-the-scenes Pokémon anime trivia, production notes, and dub edits

• A round of the classic “Who’s That Pokémon?” game — can you guess it before the reveal?

• Pokémon-themed jokes, parody sponsors, and nostalgic mini games

• Heartfelt life lessons inspired by Pokémon

  
  

💬 Join the conversation:

• Was Butterfree’s release the most emotional moment of the Indigo League for you?

• Do you think Ash made the right decision, or would you have kept Butterfree on your team?

• Which other Pokémon release or goodbye in the anime hit you the hardest?

🎙 About the Pika Pals Podcast

Your weekly trip back to Pokémon’s classic era — from Ash’s first steps in Pallet Town to the height of Pokémania. Hosted by Pokémon Trainer Jed, a lifelong fan and proud jelly donut defender, this nostalgic rewatch covers the original anime and the world that surrounded it: toys, trading cards, magazines, playground rumours, and more. Each episode is packed with laughs, trivia, retro fun, satirical “sponsor” skits, and spotlights on the Pokémon of the week.

📲 Follow & Connect

Follow: ⁠⁠@PikaPalsPod⁠⁠

Email: ⁠pikapalspod@gmail.com⁠

Leave me a voice message: ⁠PikaPalsPodcast⁠

Letters via Poké-mail also accepted.

💛 Support Mental Health

I’m raising money for Mind in Somerset — inspired by Pokémon’s themes of courage and connection. Donate via ⁠⁠Pika Pals Unite⁠⁠ and support mental health in the Pokémon community.

🚨 Disclaimer

Pika Pals Podcast is a fan project and not affiliated with Nintendo, Game Freak, or The Pokémon Company. All rights to characters, names, and images belong to their respective owners. Episode details and Pokémon facts referenced from Bulbapedia and Serebii with appreciation for their amazing fan communities.

Keywords: Pokémon anime podcast, Pokémon nostalgia, Pokémania, Indigo League rewatch, Ash Ketchum, Pikachu, Misty, Brock, Kanto region, Team Rocket, 90s anime, Pokémon episode review, anime podcast, retro anime, classic Pokémon, fan theories, Pokémon rewatch, mental health, fandom, Pika Pals Podcast

In this episode of the Pika Pals Podcast, Jed rewatches Pokémon “The Ghost of Maiden’s Peak” — where a summer festival turns spooky as James and Brock fall under a ghostly spell, and Ash must uncover the truth behind a mysterious legend of lost love. Expect a full recap, anime trivia, dub changes, and a round of “Who’s That Pokémon?”

⚡️ What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Full recap and analysis of Pokémon Indigo League – “The Ghost of Maiden’s Peak”

• Behind-the-scenes Pokémon anime trivia, production notes, and dub edits

• A round of the classic “Who’s That Pokémon?” game — can you guess it before the reveal?

• Pokémon-themed jokes, parody sponsors, and nostalgic mini games

• Heartfelt life lessons inspired by Pokémon

  
  

💬 Join the conversation:

• Do you enjoy the spooky, ghost-story episodes of Pokémon, or do you prefer the lighthearted ones?

• Which character’s reaction to the ghost was the funniest: James, Brock, or Meowth?

• If Pokémon had more “haunted” episodes, what kind of ghostly story would you want to see?

🎙 About the Pika Pals Podcast

Your weekly trip back to Pokémon’s classic era — from Ash’s first steps in Pallet Town to the height of Pokémania. Hosted by Pokémon Trainer Jed, a lifelong fan and proud jelly donut defender, this nostalgic rewatch covers the original anime and the world that surrounded it: toys, trading cards, magazines, playground rumours, and more. Each episode is packed with laughs, trivia, retro fun, satirical “sponsor” skits, and spotlights on the Pokémon of the week.

📲 Follow & Connect

Follow: ⁠⁠@PikaPalsPod⁠⁠

Email: ⁠pikapalspod@gmail.com⁠

Leave me a voice message: ⁠PikaPalsPodcast⁠

Letters via Poké-mail also accepted.

💛 Support Mental Health

I’m raising money for Mind in Somerset — inspired by Pokémon’s themes of courage and connection. Donate via ⁠⁠Pika Pals Unite⁠⁠ and support mental health in the Pokémon community.

🚨 Disclaimer

Pika Pals Podcast is a fan project and not affiliated with Nintendo, Game Freak, or The Pokémon Company. All rights to characters, names, and images belong to their respective owners. Episode details and Pokémon facts referenced from Bulbapedia and Serebii with appreciation for their amazing fan communities.

Keywords: Pokémon anime podcast, Pokémon nostalgia, Pokémania, Indigo League rewatch, Ash Ketchum, Pikachu, Misty, Brock, Kanto region, Team Rocket, 90s anime, Pokémon episode review, anime podcast, retro anime, classic Pokémon, fan theories, Pokémon rewatch, mental health, fandom, Pika Pals Podcast

In this episode of the Pika Pals Podcast, Jed rewatches Pokémon “Tentacool & Tentacruel” — where a greedy developer’s plans backfire, an army of Tentacool rises from the sea, and a towering Tentacruel brings chaos to Porta Vista in one of the series’ most cinematic episodes. Expect a full recap, anime trivia, dub changes, and a round of “Who’s That Pokémon?”

⚡️ What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Full recap and analysis of Pokémon Indigo League – “Tentacool & Tentacruel”

• Behind-the-scenes Pokémon anime trivia, production notes, and dub edits

• A round of the classic “Who’s That Pokémon?” game — can you guess it before the reveal?

• Pokémon-themed jokes, parody sponsors, and nostalgic mini games

• Heartfelt life lessons inspired by Pokémon

  
  

💬 Join the conversation:

• Did Tentacruel’s attack feel more like a Pokémon battle or a kaiju movie moment?

• Which sea-dwelling Pokémon would you trust most if you had to escape a flood or ocean disaster?

• How do you feel about episodes where Pokémon are shown as forces of nature rather than just battle partners?

🎙 About the Pika Pals Podcast

Your weekly trip back to Pokémon’s classic era — from Ash’s first steps in Pallet Town to the height of Pokémania. Hosted by Pokémon Trainer Jed, a lifelong fan and proud jelly donut defender, this nostalgic rewatch covers the original anime and the world that surrounded it: toys, trading cards, magazines, playground rumours, and more. Each episode is packed with laughs, trivia, retro fun, satirical “sponsor” skits, and spotlights on the Pokémon of the week.

📲 Follow & Connect

Follow: ⁠⁠@PikaPalsPod⁠⁠

Email: ⁠pikapalspod@gmail.com⁠

Leave me a voice message: ⁠PikaPalsPodcast⁠

Letters via Poké-mail also accepted.

💛 Support Mental Health

I’m raising money for Mind in Somerset — inspired by Pokémon’s themes of courage and connection. Donate via ⁠⁠Pika Pals Unite⁠⁠ and support mental health in the Pokémon community.

🚨 Disclaimer

Pika Pals Podcast is a fan project and not affiliated with Nintendo, Game Freak, or The Pokémon Company. All rights to characters, names, and images belong to their respective owners. Episode details and Pokémon facts referenced from Bulbapedia and Serebii with appreciation for their amazing fan communities.

Keywords: Pokémon anime podcast, Pokémon nostalgia, Pokémania, Indigo League rewatch, Ash Ketchum, Pikachu, Misty, Brock, Kanto region, Team Rocket, 90s anime, Pokémon episode review, anime podcast, retro anime, classic Pokémon, fan theories, Pokémon rewatch, mental health, fandom, Pika Pals Podcast

In this episode of the Pika Pals Podcast, Jed rewatches Pokémon “Beauty and the Beach” — the infamous, rarely-aired beach episode where Ash, Misty, and Brock enter a beauty contest, Team Rocket cause trouble, and chaos unfolds in the sun-soaked port town of Porta Vista. Expect a full recap, anime trivia, dub changes, and a round of “Who’s That Pokémon?”

⚡️ What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Full recap and analysis of Pokémon Indigo League – “Beauty and the Beach”

• Behind-the-scenes Pokémon anime trivia, production notes, and dub edits

• A round of the classic “Who’s That Pokémon?” game — can you guess it before the reveal?

• Pokémon-themed jokes, parody sponsors, and nostalgic mini games

• Heartfelt life lessons inspired by Pokémon

  
  

💬 Join the conversation:

• Do you remember the first time you heard about this “banned” episode — did you ever get to watch it?

• Which part of the beach contest was your favorite: Misty’s performance, Brock’s antics, or Team Rocket’s schemes?

• Do you think this episode deserved its controversial reputation, or is it just a piece of Pokémon history?

🎙 About the Pika Pals Podcast

Your weekly trip back to Pokémon’s classic era — from Ash’s first steps in Pallet Town to the height of Pokémania. Hosted by Pokémon Trainer Jed, a lifelong fan and proud jelly donut defender, this nostalgic rewatch covers the original anime and the world that surrounded it: toys, trading cards, magazines, playground rumours, and more. Each episode is packed with laughs, trivia, retro fun, satirical “sponsor” skits, and spotlights on the Pokémon of the week.

📲 Follow & Connect

Follow: ⁠⁠@PikaPalsPod⁠⁠

Email: ⁠pikapalspod@gmail.com⁠

Leave me a voice message: ⁠PikaPalsPodcast⁠

Letters via Poké-mail also accepted.

💛 Support Mental Health

I’m raising money for Mind in Somerset — inspired by Pokémon’s themes of courage and connection. Donate via ⁠⁠Pika Pals Unite⁠⁠ and support mental health in the Pokémon community.

🚨 Disclaimer

Pika Pals Podcast is a fan project and not affiliated with Nintendo, Game Freak, or The Pokémon Company. All rights to characters, names, and images belong to their respective owners. Episode details and Pokémon facts referenced from Bulbapedia and Serebii with appreciation for their amazing fan communities.

Keywords: Pokémon anime podcast, Pokémon nostalgia, Pokémania, Indigo League rewatch, Ash Ketchum, Pikachu, Misty, Brock, Kanto region, Team Rocket, 90s anime, Pokémon episode review, anime podcast, retro anime, classic Pokémon, fan theories, Pokémon rewatch, mental health, fandom, Pika Pals Podcast