Episodes

  • 27. Legendary Beasts Return & Expert Mode Struggles

    27. Legendary Beasts Return & Expert Mode Struggles
    Sep 8 2025
    Sleep It Off Ep. 27 – Legendary Beasts Return & Expert Mode Struggles Justin is back from Europe and Luis has been grinding away at work — but Pokémon Sleep never stops! In this episode, we catch up on the past month of gameplay, including shiny luck, Mudkip hunts, and the challenges of Expert Mode. Then we dive deep into the upcoming Legendary Research event featuring Raikou, Entei, and Suicune. We break down the event structure, island choices, spawn strategies, bundle values, and which Pokémon are worth your biscuits. Whether you’re a casual sleeper or chasing Master ranks, this episode will help you plan your next two weeks in Pokémon Sleep. 00:00 – Pokémon Professor Network 01:00 – Justin returns from Europe trip 05:00 – Catching up on the past month in Pokémon Sleep 06:00 – Shiny luck and Mudkip/Torchic hunting 09:00 – Sleep tracking challenges while traveling 11:00 – Expert Mode recap: struggles and strategies 15:00 – Darkrai experiments & skill rerolls 18:00 – Transition to main topics 20:00 – Patron thank-yous & other PPN shows 24:00 – Pokémon Sleep maintenance & update v2.1.2 28:00 – Candy exchange & helper Pokémon adjustments 29:00 – Legendary Beast event preview (Raikou, Entei, Suicune) 31:00 – Event bonuses and mechanics explained 34:00 – Expert Mode legendary encounter requirements 41:00 – Which island should you choose? (Greengrass vs. Cyan Beach vs. Taupe Hollow) 46:00 – Mudkip, Torchic, and spawn hunting strategies 47:00 – Planning island rotations across the two-week event 49:00 – Event bundles and gem spending advice 54:00 – Biscuit strategy and catch habits 57:00 – Looking ahead: next island & future Sleep decks 59:00 – Outro, contact info, and video-on-Spotify announcement ⏱️ Chapters (with timestamps)🔗 Usual Stuff (Links & CTAs) Legendary research once more! https://pokemongohub.net/post/sleep/pokemon-sleep-raikou-entei-and-suicune-research/ Big maintenance https://pokemongohub.net/post/sleep/pokemon-sleep-maintenance-and-version-2-12-0-update/ Email: SleepItOffPod@gmail.com Text/Voicemail: 732-835-8639 Join our Discord & support the show: Patreon.com/PokemonProfessor Network Linktree: linktr.ee/pokemonprofessornetwork 🎧 Check out other Pokémon Professor Network podcasts: Lured Up, Special Conditions, Gotta Watch’em All, WaySpotters, Purified Podcast, Good Morning Johto, and After Darkrai. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr
  • 26. Expert Mode Unlocked! Toxtricity Joins Pokémon Sleep

    26. Expert Mode Unlocked! Toxtricity Joins Pokémon Sleep
    Aug 11 2025
    Sleep It Off – Episode 26: Expert Mode Arrives & Toxtricity Debuts! This week on Sleep It Off, Justin and Luis dive into the big updates hitting Pokémon Sleep! We cover the brand-new Expert Mode on Greengrass Isle, the debut of Toxel and Toxtricity, and how Super Skill Week Part 2 can help you level up your skill Pokémon like never before. Plus, we react to a Pokémon Sleep–backed study linking irregular sleep to productivity loss, and wrap up with a round of Dream Dex Detective. Timestamps: 02:30 – Anniversary week recap & shiny haul highlights 08:00 – Best catches of the event (god-tier Mudkip alert!) 10:30 – Island hopping strategies & sleep score debates 12:00 – Pokémon Sleep’s “Wake Up” social series cuteness overload 16:00 – New Pokémon reveal: Toxel & Toxtricity details 18:00 – Expert Mode breakdown – how to unlock, ticket costs, and team-building tips 24:00 – Rewards, missions, and legendary spawn rates in Expert Mode 28:00 – Maintenance update & key Pokémon adjustments (Arcanine buff!) 33:00 – Super Skill Week Part 2 – boosted triggers, candy gains, and target spawn lists 42:30 – Which island to choose for your goals 45:00 – Pokémon Sleep study on irregular sleep & $79B productivity loss 50:30 – Dream Dex Detective game: can you guess the sleepy species? 55:00 – Closing thoughts & how to connect with us Whether you’re here for the latest strategies, event tips, or just love hearing about adorable Pokémon moments, this episode has something for every Sleep researcher! sleepitoffpod@gmail.com Voicemail, Text, and Picture Line - 732-835-8639 https://linktr.ee/PokemonProfessorNetwork Music provided by GameChops and licensed through Creative Commons ▾ FOLLOW GAMECHOPS ▾ http://soundcloud.com/GameChops http://youtube.com/GameChops http://www.gamechops.com Intro Music The Pokémon Center https://gamechops.com/pokemon-center/ Produced by Super Lofi 64 https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ziVhjovm4K0d5CLqpHsQG Mastered by Dj Cutman https://soundcloud.com/DjCUTMAN Composed by Junichi Matsuda Originally from Pokémon (series) Outro Music Jedi Vibes Produced by Helynt Mastered by Ohad Nissim Composed by John Williams, Kevin Kiner, Ludwig Göransson Originally from Star Wars https://gamechops.com/jedi-vibes/ https://www.instagram.com/ohadnissimmastering/ https://www.youtube.com/user/helynt1 Hosts Luis Palacios, Justin Keller Pokémon And All Respective Names are Trademark and © of Nintendo 1996-2024Pokémon Professor and Sleep It Off are not affiliated with Select Button, The Pokémon Company, Game Freak or Nintendo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    57 mins
  • 25. Minty Fresh Update: Amber Canyon Revealed!

    25. Minty Fresh Update: Amber Canyon Revealed!
    Jul 28 2025
    🎙 Minty Fresh Update: Amber Canyon Revealed! | Sleep It Off Ep. 25 It’s a jam-packed episode 25 of Sleep It Off! Justin and Luis break down all the latest from Pokémon Sleep’s 2nd Anniversary event, including their own week one adventures, the new Neutralizing Mints and Festive Flowers, and the big Amber Canyon reveal from Pokémon Presents. We talk catching sprees, biscuit strategies, the best (and worst) natures, and how to make the most of your mints. Plus, we speculate on the new area’s types, reminisce about Pokémon Snap, and share our thoughts on the future of the game. Don’t miss Dream Dex Detective, where Justin gets stumped by a tricky Pokédex clue! Whether you’re a casual sleeper or a hardcore researcher, there’s something here for every Pokémon Sleep fan. ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & Patreon Shoutouts 01:00 – Pokémon Presents Recap: Mega Dragonite, Amber Canyon, and More 07:00 – 2nd Anniversary Event: Week One Results & Strategies 15:00 – Catching Sprees, Biscuits, and Box Management 22:00 – New Pokémon, Natures, and Subskills 30:00 – Neutralizing Mints & Festive Flowers Explained 40:00 – Amber Canyon Speculation & Pokémon Snap Memories 48:00 – Dream Dex Detective: Who’s That Pokémon? 55:00 – Community Q&A, Shoutouts, and Wrap-Up Contact: sleepitoffpod@gmail.com Voicemail, Text, and Picture Line – 732-835-8639 https://linktr.ee/PokemonProfessorNetwork Music provided by GameChops and licensed through Creative Commons ▾ FOLLOW GAMECHOPS ▾ http://youtube.com/GameChops http://www.gamechops.com Intro Music The Pokémon Center https://gamechops.com/pokemon-center/ Produced by Super Lofi 64 Mastered by Dj Cutman Composed by Junichi Matsuda Originally from Pokémon (series) Outro Music Jedi Vibes Produced by Helynt Mastered by Ohad Nissim Composed by John Williams, Kevin Kiner, Ludwig Göransson Originally from Star Wars https://gamechops.com/jedi-vibes/ https://www.instagram.com/ohadnissimmastering/ https://www.youtube.com/user/helynt1 Hosts Justin Keller & Luis Palacios Pokémon and all respective names are trademark and © of Nintendo 1996-2024 Pokémon Professor and Sleep It Off are not affiliated with Select Button, The Pokémon Company, Game Freak or Nintendo pokemon #pokemonsleep #podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    51 mins
  • 24. This Sleep Style Is Super Effective! ft. Steve

    24. This Sleep Style Is Super Effective! ft. Steve
    Jul 14 2025
    🎙 This Sleep Style Is Super Effective! ft. Steve (It's Super Effective Podcast) In this special crossover episode, we welcome Steve from the long-running Pokémon podcast “It’s Super Effective” to talk all things Pokémon Sleep — from how he plays, to why Dedenne is the MVP, and what we’re hoping to see in Expert Mode and the 2nd Anniversary event! We talk shiny luck, the power of mono-leek Farfetch’d, whether sleep tracking is a dealbreaker, and if it’s time for a “fourth meal” in Pokémon Sleep. 🛌 Whether you're a casual napper or hardcore snoozer, this one’s for you. ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & Welcome Steve from It’s Super Effective 01:30 – Steve’s Pokémon Origin Story 06:00 – The Story Behind “It’s Super Effective” 09:00 – First Impressions of Pokémon Sleep 12:00 – Sleep Tracking Methods: GO Plus+, Apple Watch, or Phone 15:00 – Cooking Style vs. Berry Style: How Steve Plays 17:30 – Favorite Pokémon to Use (Wigglytuff, Dedenne, Drifloon, etc.) 22:00 – Shiny Counts & Box Management 26:00 – Expert Mode Speculation & Wishlist 31:00 – Mono Ingredient Dilemmas & Power Creep 36:00 – Missing Meals, Daily Routine, and Snack Time Dreams 40:00 – 2nd Anniversary Event Breakdown (Starts July 14) 43:00 – Plusle & Minun New Abilities Explained 46:00 – Speculating on the Hoenn Starters (Torchic, Mudkip, Treecko) 48:30 – Ground Type Drought & Sleep Dex Analysis 50:00 – Island Choice Strategy for the Event 52:00 – Will Snowdrop Tundra Ever Be Good?sleepitoffpod@gmail.com Voicemail, Text, and Picture Line - 732-835-8639 https://linktr.ee/PokemonProfessorNetwork Music provided by GameChops and licensed through Creative Commons ▾ FOLLOW GAMECHOPS ▾ http://youtube.com/GameChops http://www.gamechops.com Intro Music The Pokémon Center https://gamechops.com/pokemon-center/ Produced by Super Lofi 64 https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ziVhjovm4K0d5CLqpHsQG Mastered by Dj Cutman https://soundcloud.com/DjCUTMAN Composed by Junichi Matsuda Originally from Pokémon (series) Outro Music Jedi Vibes Produced by Helynt Mastered by Ohad Nissim Composed by John Williams, Kevin Kiner, Ludwig Göransson Originally from Star Wars https://gamechops.com/jedi-vibes/ https://www.instagram.com/ohadnissimmastering/ https://www.youtube.com/user/helynt1 Hosts Luis Palacios Justin Keller Pokémon And All Respective Names are Trademark and © of Nintendo 1996-2024Pokémon Professor and Sleep It Off are not affiliated with Select Button, The Pokémon Company, Game Freak or Nintendo #pokemon #pokemonsleep #podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    54 mins
  • 23. Leek It Off! Farfetch’d Joins the Summer Festival in Pokémon Sleep

    23. Leek It Off! Farfetch’d Joins the Summer Festival in Pokémon Sleep
    Jun 23 2025
    It’s time to Leek It Off! In Episode 23 of Sleep It Off, we explore everything about the Pokémon Sleep Summer Festival 2025, including the debut of Farfetch’d—a potential mono leeker that’s got the entire sleep research community buzzing.We break down the best zones to target during the event, debate whether Farfetch’d lives up to the hype, and analyze the new curry recipe—possibly the best dish for Sleep Style Curry lovers yet. We also go deep into strategy for using the Candy Cram-o-matic, how to spend (or save) your diamonds on new event bundles, and what to expect from the returning New Moon event featuring Darkrai.🔁 And just when you thought it couldn’t get busier—New Moon event, runs June 24–27! We explain how the encounter rates change each night, and why your Pokémon Sleep Plus might need a full charge this week.🔗 Read more on the official Pokémon GO Hub articles:https://pokemongohub.net/post/sleep/pokemon-sleep-summer-festival-2025-and-farfetchd-debut/https://pokemongohub.net/post/sleep/pokemon-sleep-new-moon-day-june-2025/ 🔍 Chapters / Time Stamps00:00 – Intro & Patron Shoutouts 01:30 – Summer Festival Begins! What’s Cooking? 03:00 – Farfetch’d: Mono Leak or Just Hype? 06:00 – Best Zones to Farm: Greengrass, Cyan Beach & OGPP 08:30 – Leek Ingredient Stats and Recipe Deep Dive 10:00 – New Curry Recipe: Second Best Dish Ever? 14:00 – Candy Cram-o-matic: When to Use It 20:00 – Bundle Review: S, M, and L – Worth the Diamonds? 24:00 – Event Strategy: Extra Tasty & Dream Shard Planning 30:00 – Recap: Shiny Luck, ABCs, and Sleep Style Strategy 40:00 – Darkrai’s Return: New Moon Prep Guide 45:00 – Pokémon Sleep’s 1 Billion Sleep Session Gift 47:00 – What’s Next? Anniversary and Pokémon Presents Hype 48:00 – Dream Deck Detective 52:00 – Wrap-Up & Listener Shoutouts💬 Contact & Community📧 Email us: sleepitoffpod@gmail.com 📱 Text/Voicemail/Picture Line: 732-835-8639 🌐 Join the Pokémon Professor Network: https://linktr.ee/PokemonProfessorNetwork🎵 Music CreditsIntro Music 🎵 The Pokémon Center – Produced by Super Lofi 64 → https://gamechops.com/pokemon-center/ → https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ziVhjovm4K0d5CLqpHsQG 🎧 Mastered by Dj Cutman – https://soundcloud.com/DjCUTMAN 🎼 Composed by Junichi Masuda – Originally from PokémonOutro Music 🎵 Jedi Vibes – Produced by Helynt → https://gamechops.com/jedi-vibes/ 🎧 Mastered by Ohad Nissim – https://www.instagram.com/ohadnissimmastering/ 📺 Helynt YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/helynt1 🎼 Composed by John Williams, Kevin Kiner, Ludwig Göransson – Originally from Star Wars🎶 Music provided by GameChops → http://www.gamechops.com → http://instagram.com/GameChops → http://twitter.com/GameChops → http://soundcloud.com/GameChops → http://facebook.com/GameChops → http://youtube.com/GameChops👥 HostsLuis Palacios & Justin Keller⚠️ DisclaimerPokémon and all respective names are trademark and © of Nintendo 1996–2024. Pokémon Professor and Sleep It Off are not affiliated with Select Button, The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    53 mins
  • 22. Darkrai Dreams, Clumsy Mawile, and Moonlit Mayhem

    22. Darkrai Dreams, Clumsy Mawile, and Moonlit Mayhem
    Jun 18 2025
    🎙️ Sleep It Off: A Pokémon Sleep PodcastEpisode Title: Darkrai Dreams, Clumsy Mawile, and Moonlit Mayhem! The moon’s phases aren’t the only things shifting—there’s been a ton happening in Pokémon Sleep, and we’ve got your dream report! In this episode, hosts Luis Palacios and Justin Keller break down the latest sleep-fueled highlights: 🌑 New Moon Recap – The eerie New Moon Day brought sightings of the shadowy Mythical Pokémon Darkrai! Did it haunt your sleep logs? 😅 Mawile’s Debut (Coming Soon) – This Steel/Fairy-type is finally arriving, though early reports suggest a clumsy start.🔗 More on Mawile here 🍱 Pack Portions Event (May 31–Ongoing) – Special meals = stronger Snorlax! We dive into how to make the most of this tasty buff.🔗 Event Details 🌕 Full Moon Forecast (June 10–13) – Expect a boost in Drowsy Power and rare Pokémon appearances during this lunar peak. Prep your dream team now! 🧠 Expert Mode Incoming – A whole new sleep style and tougher gameplay await in this advanced mode for seasoned Sleep Researchers.🔗 Expert Mode details 💤 Got sightings or sleep tips? 📧 sleepitoffpod@gmail.com📞 Voicemail/Text/Pic Line: 732-835-8639 📲 More from us: Pokémon Professor Network 🎶 Music Credits:Intro: "The Pokémon Center" by Super Lofi 64🎧 Spotify | 🎚️ Mastered by Dj Cutman Outro: "Jedi Vibes" by Helynt🎚️ Mastered by Ohad Nissim | 📺 YouTube 🎧 Music provided by GameChops (Creative Commons Licensed)▾ FOLLOW GAMECHOPS ▾ Instagram Twitter SoundCloud Facebook YouTube 👥 Hosts: Luis Palacios & Justin Keller🎙️ Part of the Pokémon Professor Network 📢 Pokémon and all respective names are © Nintendo, Game Freak, and The Pokémon Company. Sleep It Off is a fan-made show not affiliated with Nintendo or Select Button. #pokemon #pokemonsleep #podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • 21. Yummy Receipts!

    21. Yummy Receipts!
    May 19 2025
    Episode 21 – “Yummy Receipts!” We’re back with a deliciously dreamy episode! This week on Sleep it Off, we're diving into: 🍓 Grow Week is in full bloom! What’s sprouting in-game and how it might affect your sleep snack strategy. 🔍 Grow Week details here 🐛 A Good Bug?! We explore the surprising new update and ask: are some bugs just misunderstood? 🔍 Read the update 🍲 Sleep Recipes IRL – Pokémon Sleep’s culinary influence steps into the real world! We talk about new sleep-promoting recipes developed with real Japanese nutritionists. 📝 SoraNews24 article 📝 Asken’s official recipe column 🕵️‍♂️ DreamDex Detective returns! 🔹 Justin's Final Entry: A tidy Pokémon with hair gel that fights grime—just don’t mess with its coif after a nap. 🔹 Luis' New Entry: A berry-growing belly and a deep sleeper—what’s not to love? 🍽️ From the DreamDex to your dinner plate, Episode 21 is all about the sleep-food connection. Hit play, and let’s Sleep it Off together. 😴 📧 Contact Us: Email – sleepitoffpod@gmail.com Voicemail, Text, and Picture Line – 732-835-8639 🔗 Find all our links here: Pokemon Professor Network Linktree 🎶 Music provided by GameChops and licensed through Creative Commons ▾ FOLLOW GAMECHOPS ▾ Instagram | Twitter/X | SoundCloud | Facebook | YouTube | Website 🎵 Intro Music “The Pokémon Center” – Listen here Produced by Super Lofi 64 Mastered by DJ Cutman Composed by Junichi Masuda, originally from Pokémon (series) 🎵 Outro Music “Jedi Vibes” – Listen here Produced by Helynt Mastered by Ohad Nissim Composed by John Williams, Kevin Kiner, Ludwig Göransson, originally from Star Wars 🎙️ Hosts: Luis Palacios & Justin Keller 📢 Disclaimer: Pokémon and all respective names are trademarks and © of Nintendo 1996–2024. Pokémon Professor and Sleep It Off are not affiliated with Select Button, The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. #pokemon #pokemonsleep #podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • 20. Befriending Badges, Spring Festival 2025 & Darkrai Returns!

    20. Befriending Badges, Spring Festival 2025 & Darkrai Returns!
    May 4 2025
    ---Big updates are here in Pokémon Sleep! In Episode 20 of Sleep It Off, Justin and Luis break down all the latest news, including the brand-new Befriending Badges, the Spring Festival 2025 event details, and the return of Darkrai during the upcoming New Moon event. They also recap Dream Shard Week, discuss the best ways to handle new Pokémon level caps, expanded box capacity, and the improved Research Rank system—plus personal strategies to keep your gameplay optimized. Packed with helpful tips, gameplay experiences, and event prep to keep you ahead in Pokémon Sleep! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for weekly Pokémon Sleep guides, team builds, and event breakdowns! sleepitoffpod@gmail.com Voicemail, Text, and Picture Line - 732-835-8639 https://linktr.ee/PokemonProfessorNetwork Music provided by GameChops and licensed through Creative Commons ▾ FOLLOW GAMECHOPS ▾ http://instagram.com/GameChops http://twitter.com/GameChops http://soundcloud.com/GameChops http://facebook.com/GameChops http://youtube.com/GameChops http://www.gamechops.com Intro Music The Pokémon Center https://gamechops.com/pokemon-center/ Produced by Super Lofi 64 https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ziVhjovm4K0d5CLqpHsQG Mastered by Dj Cutman https://soundcloud.com/DjCUTMAN Composed by Junichi Matsuda Originally from Pokémon (series) Outro Music Jedi Vibes Produced by Helynt Mastered by Ohad Nissim Composed by John Williams, Kevin Kiner, Ludwig Göransson Originally from Star Wars https://gamechops.com/jedi-vibes/ https://www.instagram.com/ohadnissimmastering/ https://www.youtube.com/user/helynt1 Hosts Luis Palacios Justin Keller Pokémon And All Respective Names are Trademark and © of Nintendo 1996-2024Pokémon Professor and Sleep It Off are not affiliated with Select Button, The Pokémon Company, Game Freak or Nintendo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    44 mins