This week on the Purified Podcast, we’re covering some of the BIGGEST updates in Pokémon GO history! From the shocking LEVEL 80 announcement, to a sneak peek at the new season teaser, and the cozy Concierge Celebration event, there’s plenty to unpack. Plus, we wrap up another season of PvP and dive into the newest TCG Pocket set release.

Today’s Research Topics:
🔹 New Season Teaser – What’s next for Pokémon GO? 👉 https://x.com/PokemonGoApp/status/1959782899151962232
🔹 LEVEL 80?!?! – Trainers can now aim beyond Level 50! 👉 https://pokemongo.com/post/pgo-leveling-update-announce-2025
🔹 Concierge Celebration Event! – Special event inspired by Pokémon Concierge. 👉 https://pokemongo.com/post/pokemon-concierge-2025

PvP Corner – Get Good, Get Rekt!
⚔️ Season of GBL comes to an end – what’s next in the meta?
⚔️ Tips and reflections from this season.

Bonus News!
✨ TCG Pocket – The newest set releases this week!

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Purified Podcast Episode 254: The Finale of Max

This week, we close out the Max era in Pokémon GO with a jam-packed episode full of news, battles, and debuts! Get ready, Trainers — there’s plenty to cover in the world of Pokémon GO and beyond.

🌊 Dondozo Debut! Dive into the Sun-Kissed Shores event and the arrival of this massive Water-type! Read more here

💥 Update to Max Battles! A new twist with 100 Trainers taking on Gigantamax! Full details here

🐉 Mega Raid Day! Mega Gyarados is back and ready to splash into raids. Event info here

⚔️ Get Good, Get Rekt! PvP battles, strategies, and spicy picks.

🏆 World Champion crowned! We highlight the best of the best.

📊 PvP Updates! A major update is here — we’ll touch on the highlights without diving too deep.

🃏 TCG Pocket! The trading card game world is buzzing, and we’ll share the latest.

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Purified Podcast 253: The Pickaxe Life

Get ready, Trainers — we’re mining deep into this week’s Pokémon GO news and more! In this episode, we dig into the latest September events, Max Finale celebrations, PvP battles, and even some exciting updates for TCG Pocket. Whether you’re a casual player or a competitive battler, there’s something here for you!

Today’s Research Topics:

🔹 September Community Day – Flabébé!
Celebrate the upcoming September Community Day featuring Flabébé! We cover event details, bonuses, and how to get the most out of this floral festivity.

🔹 Harness the Power of Dynamax Cannon Adventure!
Eternatus looms on the horizon — gear up for the Adventure Effect: Eternatus and unleash the Dynamax Cannon. Plus, Niantic’s official teaser on X gives us plenty to speculate about!

🔹 Max Finale Celebration!
The Max era comes to a close — join in the Community Celebrations: Max Finale for one last epic hurrah. We break down the events, rewards, and special bonuses you can’t miss.

🔹 PvP Corner – Get Good, Get Rekt!
We jump into the competitive arena with tips, strategies, and maybe a little trash talk as we dissect the current PvP meta.

🔹 TCG Pocket – New Immersive Cards!
The Pokémon TCG Pocket app is expanding! We discuss the newest immersive card features, fresh mechanics, and other big updates for collectors and battlers alike.

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Purified Podcast 252: The GOL Heard Around the World! ⚽🌍
This week’s episode is packed with world-class Pokémon GO news, epic raids, and championship vibes! From Shadow Giratina’s dramatic takeover to Pikachu scoring goals, we’re diving deep into the latest events and announcements.

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🃏 TCG Pocket Madness – The pocket card game frenzy continues.

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🎙️ Purified Podcast Episode 251: Max August
Get ready for a jam-packed month of Pokémon GO content! August is overflowing with events, research days, and powerful Pokémon making their debut. In this episode, we break down everything Trainers need to know to get the most out of the final stretch of the Delightful Days season.

📰 Today’s Research Topics:

🌟 August Dump of News!
The GO team just dropped a full calendar of wild events and features:
🔗 Full August Overview

🪨 Adventure Week Returns!
Get your fossils ready! Bonus XP, special spawns, and exclusive research await!
🔗 Adventure Week 2025

🦋 Gigantamax Butterfree Max Battle Day!
Face off against Gigantamax Butterfree in a one-day Raid battle event—don't miss out!
🔗 Max Battle Day Info

🐦 Rookidee Community Day!
Rookidee takes the spotlight in August’s Community Day—get ready to hunt for shiny Corviknight!
🔗 Community Day Details

🌌 GO Fest: Max Finale
The final GO Fest event is here! Prepare for epic encounters, boosted raids, and more.
🔗 GO Fest Max Finale

🧬 Fossil Research Day
Dive into a day focused on fossil Pokémon with special spawns and limited-time research.
🔗 Fossil Research Day Info

🍯 Sweet Swarm Event
Bug- and honey-loving Pokémon are swarming! Check out the themed spawns and bonuses.
🔗 Sweet Swarm Details

🐶 Cozy Companions Event
Focus on friendship, buddy perks, and wholesome vibes with your favorite Pokémon partners.
🔗 Cozy Companions

🥚 Munchlax Hatch Day!
Egg-citing news—Munchlax will be featured with a higher shiny chance in 2 km eggs!
🔗 Munchlax Hatch Day

💥 BONUS CHAT:

⚔️ Is Aegislash Broken in PvP?
We discuss if this ghostly sword is finally cutting through the PvP meta.

🃏 New Pokémon TCG Set Drop!
The latest trading card expansion is out—find out what cards to chase!

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It’s time to celebrate a milestone — Episode 250 is here! This week we hit the road, vibe with a summer concert, and take on legendary challenges with Latias and Latios in an episode packed with adventure, sound, and strategy.

🔥 Today’s Research Topics:

🛣️ Pokémon GO Road Trip 2025!
Trainers across the U.S. are hitting the road this summer! Explore exclusive bonuses, rewards, and real-life community fun during this special limited-time event.
📍 https://pokemongo.com/en/post/pokemon-go-road-trip-2025-community

🎤 Concert Vibes!
Turn up the volume! Pokémon GO is bringing summer concert energy with costumed Pokémon, musical events, and unique spawns. Don’t miss the jam-packed celebration!
🎶 https://pokemongo.com/en/post/pokemongo-summer-concert-2025

💫 Dynamax Battle Weekend: Latias & Latios Return!
Legendary power meets Dynamax mayhem in GO’s next big raid weekend. Learn how to prepare for these powerhouse siblings as they shake up the raid scene.
⚔️ https://pokemongo.com/news/latias-latios-max-battle-weekend?hl=en

⚔️ PvP Corner – Get Good, Get Rekt!
Great League, battle meta, team tips, and spicy picks — it’s all here in this week’s PvP breakdown!
Bonus: Is TCG Pocket worth your time? We might chat about it... maybe. 👀

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Pokémon GO turns 9 years old, and we’re celebrating with tons of events, new raids, and shiny surprises! This week, we break down the latest in-game happenings and what Trainers should keep an eye on this month.

🧠 Today’s Research Topics:

🎉 9th Anniversary Art Drop
Niantic shares a special tribute to 9 years of Pokémon GO!
🔗 https://pokemongo.com/en/post/pokemongo-9th-anniversary-art

⚔️ Ultra Unlock Part 2: Steel & Scales
Dragon and Steel-types dominate in this epic second phase of the Ultra Unlock!
🔗 https://pokemongo.com/en/post/ultra-unlock-steel-and-scales

🌸 Hisuian Lilligant Raid Day
Lilligant (Hisuian) debuts—get those raid teams ready!
🔗 https://pokemongo.com/news/hisuian-lilligant-raid-day-2025?hl=en

💧 Water Festival 2025
A wave of Water-types, shinies, and bonuses rolls into GO!
🔗 https://pokemongo.com/en/post/water-festival-2025

🌊 G-Max Lapras Returns!
Gigantamax Lapras is back—don’t miss this Max Battle Day.
🔗 https://pokemongo.com/news/gigantamax-lapras-max-battle-day-2025?hl=en

🔥 Get Good, Get Rekt!
We jump into the PvP scene—updates, spice picks, and GBL highlights.

🃏 TCG Pocket Meta Chat
Quick takes on what’s hot in Pokémon TCG Pocket this week!

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🎙️ Purified Podcast EP. 248: Eternal Finale!

As we wrap up the first half of this jam-packed Pokémon GO year, we're diving into an explosive wave of news, events, and celebrations! From powerful finales to Adventure Effects, this episode is your go-to breakdown for everything hitting Pokémon GO this July.

🔥 Today’s Research Topics:

🥚 Eggs-pedition Access – July
Explore the Egg-cellent Reward Road and crack open your July bonuses with Eggs-pedition Access!
🗓️ Full Details

🌌 Max Finale – Save the Date!
One last cosmic clash! The MAX FINALE wraps up our multi-month saga in epic fashion.
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🎫 GO Pass – July
The GO Pass returns with July’s exclusive perks! Is it worth the coins? We break it down.
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🌀 Ultra Unlock Part 1: Hisui
The timeline trembles as the Hisui region takes the stage! Hisuian Pokémon are coming… and fast!
🧭 Event Info

⚔️ Adventure Effects – Crowned Zacian & Zamazenta
The legends return — but with a twist! New Adventure Effects make their Pokémon GO debut!
👑 More Here

🎉 Pokémon GO 9-Year Anniversary
Celebrate 9 years of Pokémon GO! From throwback boxes to fireworks, the anniversary celebration is here!
🎂 Party Details

🦆 Community Day – Quaxly Takes the Spotlight!
The Duck Pokémon waddles into Community Day this July! Shiny hunt, exclusive move, and more.
📆 CD Details

🃏 TCG Pocket Meta Talk
A quick dive into the current TCG Pocket landscape and what’s worth your grind!

💥 PvP Corner: Get Good, Get Rekt!
Battle tips, spicy picks, and salt levels high — PvP is alive and kicking!

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It’s GO time, Trainers! With Pokémon GO Fest 2025 just around the corner, we’ve got your ultimate guide to get hyped, get ready, and get good! From global meetups to major gameplay updates, this episode is your one-stop-shop for all things GO Fest prep! 🔥🌍🎉

🧪 Today’s Research Topics:

📍 GO Fest UK Meetups Announced!
Get ready, Trainers in the UK! Niantic is bringing community events across the UK to celebrate GO Fest Global 2025!
👉 UK GO Fest Meetups

⚾ Mayor League Baseball x Pokémon GO!
MLB and Pokémon GO team up for special events, items, and more! A curveball you want to catch!
👉 Mayor League 2025

🚗 The Pokémon GO Road Trip Returns!
Ready to hit the road? Niantic is giving Trainers another chance to experience GO like never before.
👉 Road Trip Gameplay 2025

🥚 Global Ticket Holder Extravaganza!
Extra bonuses, early hatches, and sneak peeks for those with a GO Fest Global ticket!
👉 GO Fest Global Early Access

🎊 GO Fest Prep Resource Hub
All official info, times, habitats, and shiny checks in one place!
👉 GO Fest Global Hub

⚔️ PvP Corner: Get Good, Get Rekt!
Master League madness is in full swing as NAIC wraps up with insane performances from top battlers!
Plus, tips on how you can climb the ranks and avoid getting rekt! 💥

🏆 NAIC CHAMPION CROWNED!
We celebrate the 2025 NAIC Pokémon GO Champion! Big plays, strong teams, and top-tier analysis.

🃏 TCG Corner: Pocket Set Revealed!
A brand-new Pokémon TCG Pocket Set is coming soon! We give you our first impressions and discuss what’s hot (and what’s meh).

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Purified Podcast - Episode 246: Hyper Gofest!
A Pokémon GO Podcast 🎙️

This week on the Purified Podcast, we dive into one of the most exciting weekends in Pokémon GO — GOFEST 2025! 🚀✨ Tune in as we break down everything from event highlights to unexpected surprises. But that’s not all:

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