Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to Bridgerton episode 4.01, entitled "The Waltz."

It's the season's grand return to the Ton with Violet's masquerade ball as the ultimate Bridgerton flex—gowns, candles, wisteria energy, and enough romantic lighting to make everyone forget how facial recognition works. They break down Benedict's "Lady in Silver" moment (beautiful… and maybe a little too slow-mo), the Cinderella engine that's clearly powering this premiere, and why Sophie's final beat lands as a quiet acting mic-drop.

Plus: Cups of Tea ratings (Mary: 4.5 / Blake: 4.01), a spicy GBG (Good/Bad/Great) that argues about masquerade logic, Benedict's "rake" resume, and Penelope's post-Whistledown problem… because when the Queen wants the narrative, everyone else is just living in her edit. And of course, Mary & Blake nerd out over the music choices—Coldplay, Usher, and Third Eye Blind—the Bridgerton-verse doing what it does best: turning your teenage memories into orchestral scandal.

Also in this episode:

• Violet's masquerade setup: the staff sprinting, the Ton preening, and the show's "we're so back" vibe
• Benedict + Sophie: the instant spark, the terrace intimacy, and whether the slow-motion earns the moment
• Penelope's new reality: Whistledown in public, power in danger, and the Queen tightening the leash
• Danbury vs. the Crown: affection, leverage, and why "acquiesce" is not in Her Majesty's vocabulary
• The masquerade logic debate: "you all know each other" vs. "okay but the vibes though"
• Music breakdown: "Life in Technicolor" (Coldplay), "DJ's Got Us Fallin' In Love Again" (Usher), "Never Let You Go" (Third Eye Blind)
• Listener feedback from the NerdClan + predictions that might actually be prophecy in disguise

In this episode, Rhys and Felicity chomp into the world of Raticate—Pokédex #20 and the fierce, fast, sharp-toothed evolution of Rattata.

They break down how Raticate takes everything about its tiny pre-evolution and cranks it up: bigger teeth, bigger attitude, and way more battle usefulness early in a trainer's journey. From its pure Normal typing to abilities like Run Away and Guts, Rhys and Felicity explain why Raticate can actually be a clutch, hard-hitting teammate when used the right way.

Learn how Raticate's constantly growing front teeth shape its entire personality, why it has to chew nonstop just to keep them manageable, and how its tail acts like a built-in rudder, letting it swim surprisingly well. They also dive into Raticate's impressive speed, territorial instincts, and its reputation as a reliable early-game battler with strong moves and quick reactions.

The siblings talk evolution, too — from tiny nibble-mode Rattata to full chomp-mode Raticate at level 20 — and share whether they would keep one on their team. Spoiler: both say yes, because sometimes a straightforward, fast hitter is exactly what you need.

Of course, there's the joke of the day, some chaotic snack-chewing energy, and the familiar Pokémon enthusiasm listeners love.

Also in this episode:

Raticate's Traits and Abilities: A pure Normal type with Run Away (guaranteed escape in wild battles) or Guts (attack increases when it has a status condition), giving it surprising offensive power when things look rough.

Physical Characteristics: Standing about 2'4" and weighing roughly 41 pounds, Raticate is basically the size of a hefty bag of dog food — but one with razor-sharp incisors that never stop growing.

Behavior & Habits: Known for chewing constantly, swimming using its tail as a rudder, and fiercely protecting its territory from intruders.

Role in Battle: Fast, aggressive, underestimated — and extremely useful in the early stages of a trainer's adventure for quick KOs.

Evolution Line: Rattata evolves into Raticate at level 20, giving players a fast, simple, beginner-friendly upgrade.

Sibling Chaos Moment: Raticate chewing pencils in art class? Honestly, Felicity says she relates.

In this episode, Rhys and Felicity scamper into the world of Rattata—Pokédex #19 and the tiny Normal-type "Mouse Pokémon" with way more energy than its size should allow.

They talk about how Rattata seems to show up everywhere in the early routes, why it's actually a super solid early-game teammate, and how its abilities Run Away and Guts can turn this little rodent into a clutch survivor. From quick escapes to surprise attack boosts when it's in trouble, Rhys and Felicity explain why trainers shouldn't sleep on this common Pokémon.

Learn how Rattata's small size (about a foot tall and seven pounds) makes it feel like a chunky squirrel or a battle-ready guinea pig, why it chews on absolutely everything, and how it loves staying active at night while most trainers are sleeping. They also break down how quickly Rattata multiplies, why that makes them so common in the wild, and how evolving into Raticate gives you a tougher, more powerful Normal-type in no time.

Plus, the siblings share whether they would catch one, why it's such a helpful early-game buddy, and finish things off with a squeaky-clean rat-towel joke that lands better than Rhys expected.

Stay tuned for listener feedback details, a pun-filled joke of the day, and the fun, fast-paced banter you love from the Pokémon Pokédex. Whether you've been overrun by Rattata on Route 1 or you're just meeting it for the first time, this episode will give you a new appreciation for this tiny powerhouse.

Also in this episode:

Rattata's Traits and Abilities: A pure Normal-type Pokémon that can have Run Away (guaranteed escape from wild battles) or Guts (boosted power when it has a status condition), making it surprisingly dangerous when things look bad.

Physical Characteristics: About 1 foot tall and around 7 pounds—small, scrappy, and compared to a chunky squirrel or a guinea pig that's always ready to battle.

Habits & Behavior: Known for chewing on everything it can find, most active at night, and famous for multiplying extremely quickly in the wild.

Evolution Overview: Rattata evolves into Raticate, giving trainers a simple, quick evolution path and a stronger Normal-type early in their journey.

Early-Game Role: A reliable first-party member that helps a lot at the start of an adventure, even if it doesn't always stay on the team forever.

In this episode, Rhys and Felicity take flight with Pidgeot—Pokédex #18 and the final, fabulous evolution of the Pidgey line.

They explore how Pidgeot transforms from a tiny fluff-bird into a massive, sleek, supermodel-level powerhouse with some of the strongest flying abilities in Kanto. From its Normal/Flying typing to abilities like Keen Eye and Tangled Feet, Rhys and Felicity break down exactly why Pidgeot is the ultimate "glow-up Pokémon" in the early-game roster.

Learn how Pidgeot's sharp eyesight lets it track prey from thousands of feet in the air, why its talons work like eagle-grade hunting tools, and how its Mega Evolution launches it to Mach 2 — turning it into a jet-powered sky beast. With comparisons to falcons, jokes about giant chickens, rich people owning fancy Pidgeots, and a whole running argument about "chicken jockeys," this episode is packed with classic sibling chaos and plenty of laughs.

Plus, Rhys and Felicity explore why elite trainers like Blue rely on Pidgeot, how its glossy feathers reflect its health, and what makes Pidgeot one of the most iconic bird Pokémon in the entire Kanto region.

Stay tuned for listener voicemail info, a sky-high joke of the day, and all the fun, fast, feather-filled storytelling you expect from the Pokémon Pokédex. Whether you're a longtime trainer or discovering this evolution line for the first time, Pidgeot's power, loyalty, and hair-game will leave you in awe.

Also in this episode:

Pidgeot's Traits and Abilities: A Normal/Flying type with Keen Eye (accuracy can't be lowered) and Tangled Feet (higher evasion when confused). Its Mega Evolution gains No Guard, making every move hit.

Physical Characteristics: About 4'11" and 87 pounds—large, powerful, and majestic, with a dramatic red-and-yellow crest that screams "airborne runway model."

Evolution Line: The final stage of Pidgey → Pidgeotto → Pidgeot. The complete glow-up from tiny chirper to high-speed sky ruler.

Speed & Power: Pidgeot can dive at incredible speeds and, when Mega Evolved, can break the sound barrier at Mach 2—basically a feathered fighter jet.

Hunting & Territory: Known for scanning prey from extreme heights and protecting its territory fiercely, like a bouncer who can fly.

Trainer Popularity: Favored by strong Kanto trainers like Blue for its loyalty, reliability, and impressive battle strength.

Sibling Shenanigans: Expect chicken jokes, Minecraft references, bus stories, fashion commentary, and peak "Felicity vs. Rhys" energy.