The Con Artists Podcast

S2E10 Gotta Catch ’Em All (Bird Pokémon)

We recorded this Episode in July and I just haven't gotten around to the edits until now. Chris and I FINALLY sit down to discuss Ruby and Sapphire on the Gameboy Advance. I personally didn't play these games so it was great to get Chris' insight into the new aspects they added into the games, as well as the overall impression of them.

Because I am editing this so much later than the recording, I didn't want to delay things further by adding in a "Checkpoint" section. I'll add the notes here instead:

- Chris is correct and Pokémon Crystal was the first game to allow you to be a female protagonist.

- Pokémon Contests are really confusing. I feel like my questions didn't totally clear up the process. You enter a Pokémon of your choice into a specific Contest (Cool, Beauty, Tough, etc.). A Pokémon's moves have a specific clearly labeled contest stat and when you use it, the judge and audience reaction derives a score. Different aspects of a Pokémon (like Nature) gave them a starting advantage in the contests along with...Pokeblocks?! While digging into this some more, the contests were quite complicated and confusing for many players. I really enjoyed the description of the Gen 3 contests featured by this Youtuber (alyo) to get a brief grasp of how it all worked: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WX_UN38vab0&t=58s

- I realized only during editing that I mentioned I like Corsola as a new addition. Corsola was introduced in Gen II (Gold/Silver) and not Gen III. Whoops!

Symphogear G - "Rainbow Flower"

Lyrics/Composition: Noriyasu Agematsu

Arrangement: Seima Iwahashi

Vocals: Aoi Yuki

End of Cour Fall 2025

Winter 2026 brought us some great shows!  Solid shows all around! I mean...seriously...how could a Season not be great when it features freaking FRIEREN! Are you prepared for complicated plots involving witches?! Because you sure as heck are going to get 'em! Come have a listen!

The shows covered in this Podcast are: Gnosia Season 2, Frieren Season 2, Sentenced to be a Hero, Medalist Season 1, Champignon Witch, Journal with Witch

Symphogear G - "Rainbow Flower"

Arrangement: Seima Iwahashi

Vocals:  Aoi Yuki

End of Cour Fall 2025

Fall 2025 was a great season!  Solid shows all around!  ...Well, maybe a mediocre isekai snuck in after all.  Either way, some solid recommendations to be had.

The shows covered in this Podcast are: Milky Subway, Call of the Night S2, My Dress-up Darling S2, Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity, Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra.

Symphogear G - "Rainbow Flower"

Arrangement: Seima Iwahashi

Vocals:  Aoi Yuki

Rolling Review #32

A brilliant scientist invents a pain preventing drug called Hapna that seems to be a boon for humanity. When he suddenly reveals that it was all a trap, and everyone who ingested it will die in 30 days, the race is on to find him and the cure! A team called "Lazarus" is assembled of skilled individuals who all hold a shared history with Hapna. Listen to the Con Artists discuss this show with a superb pedigree that just...wants too much for its run time...

 "Vortex" by Kamasi Washington

"Lazarus" by The Boo Radleys

End of Cour Spring 2025

Well this cast certainly took forever. At least we all watched some great shows. Who knew that all a woman needs in life is adorable romance and GOLF! Come have a listen to what we enjoyed in the Spring and maybe pick up something you missed!

The shows covered in this Podcast are: Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive?, Once Upon a Witch's Death, Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX, Apocalypse Hotel

Symphogear G - "Rainbow Flower"

Arrangement: Seima Iwahashi

Vocals:  Aoi Yuki

S2E10 Gotta Catch ’Em All (Bird Pokémon)

We recorded this Episode in June but I only got around to FINALLY editing it now. Join Sushma and Professor Chris as they once again discuss the wonderful world of Pokémon! Su's got a fun story about her dad that side tracks them into talking about BIRDS! Don't you want to listen to 1.5+ hours of the two of them ranking birdies?!?!! Isn't it a shame that Ho-oh is so fugly?! They even use that hip ranking system the kids these days are using! Get your binoculars, a Tilley hat, some water, and a snack and sit back and enjoy!

Gen 1: 15:35 - 28:00

Gen 2: 28:00 - 39:00

Gen 3: 39:00 - 48:40

Gen 4: 48:40 - 52:50

Gen 5: 52:50 - 59:32

Gen 6: 59:32 - 1:06:15

Gen 7: 1:06:15 - 1:12:00

Gen 8: 1:12:00 - 1:15:31

Gen 9: 1:15:51 - 1:27:38

Whoops we forgot these!: 1:27:38 - 1:34:10

Symphogear G - "Rainbow Flower"

Lyrics/Composition: Noriyasu Agematsu

Arrangement: Seima Iwahashi

Vocals: Aoi Yuki

A introverted girl is invited to join the broadcast club, where students prepare to compete in various aspects of broadcasting, including recitation, public address, and film-making.  The level of skill among the club members varies widely, and many are held back by their pasts.  Listen to the Con Artists discuss this ambitious (possibly too ambitious) show.

Want to see our episode-by-episode thoughts on NegaPosi Angler? Read our Rolling Reviews here: https://theconartistsblog.com/rolling-review/

The intro music is:

"Jibun Kakumei" (My Own Revolution) by SHISHAMO

The outro music is:

"Rōrō" (Resonant) by Satō

Disclaimer: The Con Artists own nothing but our opinions and this podcast.

End of Cour Winter 2025

Well this cast certainly took forever. At least we all watched some great shows. Who knew that all a woman needs in life is adorable romance and GOLF! Come have a listen to what we enjoyed in the Winter and maybe pick up something you missed!

The shows covered in this Podcast are: Okitsura (Fell in Love with an Okinawan Girl, but I Just Wish I Knew What She's Saying), Sakamoto Days, My Happy Marriage S2, Welcome to Japan Ms. Elf, Apothecary Diaries S2, Bluebox, Zenshuu, Sorairo Utility

Symphogear G - "Rainbow Flower"

Arrangement: Seima Iwahashi

Vocals:  Aoi Yuki

Down on his luck, in debt, and with a dangerous medical diagnosis, Tsunehiro feels the walls are closing in.  That's when he's rescued (in more ways than one) by a group of amateur anglers.  With this eclectic group, he gains friends, fishing knowledge, and a new perspective on life.  Listen as the Con Artists discuss this informative, sometimes funny, sometimes dramatic show.

Want to see our episode-by-episode thoughts on NegaPosi Angler? Read our Rolling Reviews here: https://theconartistsblog.com/rolling-review/

The intro music is:

"Ito" by Van de Shop

The outro music is:

"Shounin Yokkyuu" by 96neko

Disclaimer: The Con Artists own nothing but our opinions and this podcast.

End of Cour Fall 2024

A Milk Drinking Contest...ugggghhhhh

Sushma watches a cozy romance/sport anime and adds to Dan's discussion of the obvious best show of 2024, Dandadan! Come have a listen.

The shows covered in this Podcast are: Acro Trip, Dandadan, Goodbye, Dragon Life, Blue Box, Maou 2099

Symphogear G - "Rainbow Flower"

Arrangement: Seima Iwahashi

Vocals:  Aoi Yuki