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198. Did We Actually Learn Anything?
In this episode, Chris and Jamal break down Niantic’s latest Wayfarer AMA — and ask the big question: did we actually learn anything new?
The hosts review key updates like the upcoming Wayfarer Map and Web Submissions, giving Wayfinders more control to view, filter, and submit nominations directly online. They also discuss the return of “Generic Business” rejections, the promise of better reviewer education in 2026, and the ongoing mystery behind that claimed 99% accuracy rate.
It’s not all bad news — the Wayfarer Map looks genuinely exciting — but much of the AMA reads like “we’re still exploring.” The crew dives into what Niantic got right, what still feels like PR filler, and how the community has reacted so far.
Tune in as we separate what’s progress, what’s promise, and what’s just… more waiting.
Plus, don’t miss:
✅ Spatial / Scopely News
✅ The AMA Answers
✅Was it effective
✅ Wayspots / Coal of the Week
✅ Dad Jokes (naturally)
🎧 Show Credits
Hosts: Jamal Harvey & Chris Bell
Writer: Chris Bell
Producer: Jamal Harvey
Executive Producer: Kate Konz
Show Historian: Matty G
Recorded: October 16, 2025
Published: October 19, 2025
Season 4, Episode 40
💬 Contact Us
📧 [email protected]
📞 Voicemail / SMS: 704-426-3710
💖 Support the Show
🎁 Patreon: patreon.com/PokemonProfessor
🌐 Website: wayspotters.com
📱 Follow Us
Instagram: @wayspotterspodcast
Twitter/X: @wayspotters
TikTok: @imakewayspots
YouTube: @WayspottersPodcast
Twitch: twitch.tv/pokemonprofessornetwork
🧭 Community & Friends
Wayfarer Discord: discord.gg/niawayfarer
German Wayfarer Discord: discord.gg/ThTZCZH5
Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/2241761169257836
Agent X on TikTok: @agentx_wayfinder
Chris Bell’s Articles: pokemongohub.net/post/author/glawhantojar
Niantic Wayfarer: @NianticWayfarer
🎵 Music Credits
Intro: “Game Over” – Danijel Zambo (Music Vine)
Break: Heavy Trap Drum Loops – Loopmasters
Outro: “Itty Bitty 8 Bit” – Kevin MacLeod
Additional: Spanish Hard Trap – Steve Oxen
🎤 Vocal Recordings © Pokémon Professor Network 2025
⚡ Pokémon and all respective names © Nintendo 1996–2025.
Pokémon GO © Niantic, Inc.
Wayspotters & Pokémon Professor Network are not affiliated with Niantic, The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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In this episode, Chris and Jamal break down Niantic’s latest Wayfarer AMA — and ask the big question: did we actually learn anything new?
The hosts review key updates like the upcoming Wayfarer Map and Web Submissions, giving Wayfinders more control to view, filter, and submit nominations directly online. They also discuss the return of “Generic Business” rejections, the promise of better reviewer education in 2026, and the ongoing mystery behind that claimed 99% accuracy rate.
It’s not all bad news — the Wayfarer Map looks genuinely exciting — but much of the AMA reads like “we’re still exploring.” The crew dives into what Niantic got right, what still feels like PR filler, and how the community has reacted so far.
Tune in as we separate what’s progress, what’s promise, and what’s just… more waiting.
Plus, don’t miss:
✅ Spatial / Scopely News
✅ The AMA Answers
✅Was it effective
✅ Wayspots / Coal of the Week
✅ Dad Jokes (naturally)
🎧 Show Credits
Hosts: Jamal Harvey & Chris Bell
Writer: Chris Bell
Producer: Jamal Harvey
Executive Producer: Kate Konz
Show Historian: Matty G
Recorded: October 16, 2025
Published: October 19, 2025
Season 4, Episode 40
💬 Contact Us
📧 [email protected]
📞 Voicemail / SMS: 704-426-3710
💖 Support the Show
🎁 Patreon: patreon.com/PokemonProfessor
🌐 Website: wayspotters.com
📱 Follow Us
Instagram: @wayspotterspodcast
Twitter/X: @wayspotters
TikTok: @imakewayspots
YouTube: @WayspottersPodcast
Twitch: twitch.tv/pokemonprofessornetwork
🧭 Community & Friends
Wayfarer Discord: discord.gg/niawayfarer
German Wayfarer Discord: discord.gg/ThTZCZH5
Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/2241761169257836
Agent X on TikTok: @agentx_wayfinder
Chris Bell’s Articles: pokemongohub.net/post/author/glawhantojar
Niantic Wayfarer: @NianticWayfarer
🎵 Music Credits
Intro: “Game Over” – Danijel Zambo (Music Vine)
Break: Heavy Trap Drum Loops – Loopmasters
Outro: “Itty Bitty 8 Bit” – Kevin MacLeod
Additional: Spanish Hard Trap – Steve Oxen
🎤 Vocal Recordings © Pokémon Professor Network 2025
⚡ Pokémon and all respective names © Nintendo 1996–2025.
Pokémon GO © Niantic, Inc.
Wayspotters & Pokémon Professor Network are not affiliated with Niantic, The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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