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Tag Team is a Pokemon TCG podcast from Riley Hulbert and JW Kriewall, two regional champions and Pokemon fanatics. Filmed live every week, Riley and JW break down the current state of the Pokemon Trading Card Game with banter and humor.

JW Kriewall & Riley Hulbert


    • Jan 19, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 54m AVG DURATION
    • 163 EPISODES


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    5-17. Give me da money

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 59:01


    The boys are back and excited to dive deep into the prize structure of the Pokemon Trading Card Game. Hear our thoughts on Championship Points, cash payouts and more in this jam packed episode! Tag Team is brought to you by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    5-16. California Dreamin'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2023 51:23


    Listen in to this week's episode as Riley recaps his recent run at San Diego Regionals! P.s. Lugia is still GOATED.

    5-15. New Year, Same Team!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2023 61:37 Transcription Available


    The boys are back in the great year of 2023! Come hear about our dreams, our goals, and our aspirations... plus Pokemon cards too. Tag Team is brought to you by MANSCAPED! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    5-14. Riley's Great Top 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2022 59:46 Transcription Available


    The boys walk you through their experiences in Arlington - one went well and the other.... not so much. Experience the highs and lows of a deep tournament run as well as our predictions on where the metagame is headed in San Diego! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

    5-13. Paralyze Heal

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2022 61:29 Transcription Available


    The boys are back and the meta is responding quickly to both Lugia and the results from Toronto. What is in store for Toronto? Only one way to find out! Tag Team is brought to you by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    5-12. Mew Year: Judgment Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2022 Transcription Available


    The boys are back from Toronto with another rep of the Mew year! Come listen into the awesome developments from this past weekend, hear how to counter Lugia, and learn about what's to come. Tag Team is brought to you by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    5-11. Yup, another Lugia title

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2022 60:20 Transcription Available


    Lugia DOMINATED the Latin America International Championship, and the boys are ready to analyze the HECK out of this shindig. Come listen into thoughts about Tord's GOATED status, the metagame for Toronto, and much more! Tag Team is brought to you by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping!

    5-10. LAIC - Silver Version

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 65:29 Transcription Available


    The Latin American international championship is coming up this weekend, and we are so so excited to see what's going on. Join Riley and JW as we evaluate the top decks in the metagame and scope out what we would choose for LAIC! Tag Team is brought to you by MANSCAPED! Check out Manscaped and use code TAGTEAM for 20% off and free shipping.

    5-9. Hockin' a Lugia

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2022 Transcription Available


    The boys are back! And in the zone! Come listen into the greatest minds of a generation hash out what everyone has been wondering: is Lugia good? Tag Team is brought to you by MANSCAPED! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    5-8. Sit Down, Silver Tempest

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 54:02 Transcription Available


    The boys are back and slightly delirious.. sheesh! Come listen into the T4, the Tag Team Top Ten, for the upcoming Silver Tempest set! Tag Team is sponsored by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    5-7. The SPOOKY Episode!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 48:21


    The boys are back and SPOOKY! Come listen to this terrifying episode full of horrors and mysteries. Fun for the whole family! Tag Team is brought to you by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    5-6. Whine Tasting

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2022 52:17 Transcription Available


    The boys are back and ready to digest the HECK out of Salt Lake City. Riley got top 32, and JW got to sit at home. Come check it out! Tag Team is brought to you by Manscaped! Check out Manscaped and use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    5-5. The Salty Lake 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 53:25


    The boys are back and getting ready for the Salt Lake City regional championship! JW won't be in attendance, but Riley is so excited to gear up and play. Come hear about the meta's shift after Peoria and what that means for what is to come. Tag Team is brought to you by MANSCAPED! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    5-4. We Found Peoria!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2022 59:15


    The boys are back from a weekend in Peoria, IL. Riley wrapped up a Top 16 and JW clocked in a Top 64. Let's talk about it! Tag Team is brought to you by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping!

    5-3. Where is Peoria Anyway?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 63:52


    The boys are so excited for their first regional in the Lost Origins format AND their first regional for the 2022-2023 season. Come check out their metagame thoughts and hear the latest on what is hot for Peoria. Tag Team is brought to you by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM for 20% off and free shipping!

    5-2. Baltimore and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2022 66:09 Transcription Available


    The boys are back and ready to digest the drama from Baltimore. Boy oh boy is there a lot to be said. Plus we get to look ahead to what's to come in Peoria! Times are exciting, be sure to check it out. Tag Team is brought to you by MANSCAPED! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    5-1. Lost in the Sauce Zone

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 Transcription Available


    The boys are back for a new season of Pokemon! We are hyped to bring you the latest and greatest heading into Baltimore and a sneak preview of whats to come in Lost Origin. Strap in and get ready for a ride! And while you're here, don't forget to check out our merch! Tag Team is presented by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-53. End of an Era

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 44:38 Transcription Available


    At long last, the season that started in 2019 is finally over. We had a lot of fun, we laughed, we cried, we used code TAGTEAM at checkout at Manscaped, but it's time for new pastures. The boys want to take this week to recap the season after returning to competitive play. So sit back, relax, and enjoy some reminiscing.

    4-51. The World Champ Diff

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 38:19 Transcription Available


    The boys are BACK!! We are joined today by very special guest Ondřej Škubal as he walks us through his experience on the way to becoming a world champion. Learn a bit about Ondřej as a person and a lot about the recent history of the Pokemon Trading Card Game. Tag Team is brought to you by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping!

    4-50. The Final Countdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2022 55:22 Transcription Available


    Worlds is coming up, and coming up fast! The boys are gearing up for the final week before the world championship, and looking to give you a sneak peek at some of the off-meta strategies to come. Tag Team is brought to you by MANSCAPED! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-49. You can Mew, too

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2022 55:20 Transcription Available


    The boys are back and.. so is Mew VMAX?! What is going on? The format is getting shaky and wacky leading up to the word championships in London this year- let's check it out together!!  Tag Team is sponsored by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-48. Urshi? Mally? Caly? Oh my!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2022 55:54 Transcription Available


    The boys are back and trying out some ROGUE decks leading up to the 2022 Pokemon World Championship. Come listen into the wild ideas we are throwing at the wall in addition to a deep dive into Palkia. The Tag Team podcast is brought to you by MANSCAPED! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-47. We Got Merch!! World's Preview Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2022 60:36 Transcription Available


    Tag Team merch is here! Check out @tagteampokemon on twitter for more info. The boys are back and gearing up for the world championship. Come listen into the first round of testing, plus a deep dive into Arceus Inteleon. Tag Team is presented by Manscaped. Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-46. The Wedding Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 Transcription Available


    JW brings you the latest in World Championship news including a special tournament! Additionally, listen to the end of the cast for an awesome Tag Team announcement!Tag Team is brought to you by MANSCAPED! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-45. The Lost Boys

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022 73:19 Transcription Available


    The boys are back and the zone is lost! Come check out whats GOing on with the new set, and what is to come in Lost Abyss! Tag Team is brought to you by MANSCAPED! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-44. The Cure for Post-NAIC Depression (is this podcast)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 63:01 Transcription Available


    The boys are back, fresh off the NAIC grind and ready to bring you the scoop on what's new! Come check out the meta developments and a preview of what is to come. Tag Team is presented by MANSCAPED! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-43. I See NA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022 62:29 Transcription Available


    The boys are back and so excited for the 2022 North American International Championships in Columbus Ohio!! Come check out the report for the Milwaukee regional championship, where both Riley and JW thrived, and a look ahead to NAIC. Tag Team is sponsored by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-42. The MilwauKEY to success

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2022 55:02 Transcription Available


    The boys are back and getting geared up for the Milwaukee Regional Championship. As Astral Radiance comes to the states and the 2019-2022 Season draws to a close, this is the last chance to drum up some CP. Make sure to tune in to figure out how to do it!  Tag Team is sponsored by MANSCAPED! Use code TAGTEAM at check out for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-41. Astral Radiance Down Under

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 57:20 Transcription Available


    The boys are back and this just in - Australia has another regional coming up! This is Astral Radiance's first big time to shine. Will old favorites prevail, or is it time for young blood to dethrone them? Tag Team has got you covered! Tag Team is presented by MANSCAPED! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-40. Palkia, use Spacial Rend!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2022 64:47 Transcription Available


    The boys are BACK fresh off the Full Grip Games Astral Radiance event, and man oh man are there some updates to discuss. New decks stepped up onto the scene, old decks continued to thrive, and spice is flowing. What more can we say? Listen in! Tag Team is brought to you by MANSCAPED! Use code TAGTEAM at check out for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-39. Astrology Enjoyers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2022 Transcription Available


    The boys are SO excited for Astral Radiance and are here to break down what the news is on what is hip and happening in the set. Come listen in for the top ten cards from the set and immaculate vibes- plus a sneak peek at our favorite decks for whatever event you're playing in this weekend (Astral Radiance OR Brilliant Stars). Tag Team is sponsored by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-38. The Secaucus Saga

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 64:52 Transcription Available


    New Jersey has a regional championship coming just around the corner. And you know what that means: Tag Team is here to deliver you the best content in the game! Come listen into the top decks for Secaucus and hear a sneak peek of Astral Radance. Tag Team is brought to you by MANSCAPED! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-37. The Whimsical Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2022 57:41 Transcription Available


    The boys are back and full of whimsy and wonder. Come listen into Riley's Top 16 run at the Indianpolis regional championship, the process of selecting Whimsicott for the event, and what to expect moving forward. Tag Team is sponsored by MANSCAPED! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-36. Indy Trenches

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2022 73:21 Transcription Available


    The boys are back and oh so ready for Indianapolis! This Brilliant Stars regional championship is on track to be the largest EVER!! Don't end up behind the curve, stop by! Tag Team is brought to you by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-35. Riley's Return

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 56:55 Transcription Available


    The boys are reunited after Riley's stint in Europe! Come listen in to how the trip went, the results of EUIC and what this means for the future in Indianapolis.  Tag Team is brought to you by MANSCAPED! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping!

    4-34. Knights of the EUIC Round Table Discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 67:08 Transcription Available


    With Riley off drinking and partying in Europe, JW carries this episode of Tag Team with the first ever round table discussion. JW is joined by top players Andre Chiasson, Frank Percic, and Pearce Wilton as they discuss how they've prepared for the tournament and what they expect to play against at EUIC.

    4-33. EU, I See

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 59:21 Transcription Available


    Hey hey hey Tag Teamers! The boys are BACK and ready to discuss prep for the European International Championship. Come hear about the process of getting ready for a big tournament and the top decks at this snapshot in time. Tag Team is presented by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-32. The Gym Leader (ft. Andrew Mahone)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2022 75:05 Transcription Available


    JW is out on... family business, but Riley and Andrew are here to save the day! Come hear about how to hone your skills as a player and dive deep into the origin story of GLC. Get ready, because it's about to get tricky! This episode is brought to you by Manscaped. Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-31. Robin Schulz: the Liver(pool) King

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 63:04 Transcription Available


    The boys are back and fresh off the Liverpool. Robin Schulz takes home the dub with his unique list, Malamar is back on the map and so much more. Be sure to listen in for Tag Team's insight into the format and for the low down on TCG Live. Brought to you by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping. Don't be caught without your grooming products, use Manscaped to be tournament ready.

    4-30. Salty Lake City (if you're a Mew player)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 55:21 Transcription Available


    The boys are back and fresh off the results of Salt Lake City! We got all sorts of exciting results to review so it's time to dive headfirst. What happened to Mew? What happened to our pals? Only one way to find out, and it's listening to this episode. This episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-29. Tag Team's Terrific Tips

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 68:04 Transcription Available


    The boys are back and they are HYPED for Salt Lake City, the first North American regionals since the onset of the pandemic. Come listen in for top decks, tips on how to be more successful, and a snapshot of what is to come. A must listen for anyone looking to play in a Brilliant Stars event! This episode is brought to you by MANSCAPED! Here at Tag Team we oh-so-love our Manscaped products, and they're offering an awesome new Ultra Premium Collection. No, not the Celebrations one, this is Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping, wowza!

    4-28. JW and Riley's Origin Forme

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2022 70:54 Transcription Available


    This episode is our long awaited catchup on the many new cards revealed-- come check it out for a sneak peek into the future of the game and the immediate future of Brisbane! This episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-27. WE are the Champions

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2022 70:33 Transcription Available


    The boys are the champions, 'nuff said. Come tune in and hear our tales of conquering and domination in both the GLC and Standard formats. Tag Team is THE premiere Pokemon podcasting duo! Tag Team is brought to you by Manscaped. Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-26. PTCG Live is ALIVE

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2022 91:37 Transcription Available


    JW and Riley discuss their top plays for the Full Grip Games 2k this weekend as well as their initial thoughts on the new client PTCG Live.

    4-25. TCG Live and Live TCG

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 56:23 Transcription Available


    The boys are oh so very excited for the return of in-person TCG. If you are too, make sure to listen in. But whether or not you will be in person, there is BIG NEWS on the horizon for TCG Live- the new online client! Tag Team is brought to you by MANSCAPED! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping. Thank you to Manscaped for continued support!

    4-24. Pee Release

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2022 47:35 Transcription Available


    The boys are HYPED for the upcoming pre-release of Brilliant Stars! Come hear the tales of wonder and woe of prereleases and the tumultuous trials of the upcoming regional championships. Tag Team is brought to you by Manscaped! Be sure to check out Manscaped and use code TAGTEAM for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-23. Remember Fusion Strike?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2022 55:50 Transcription Available


    The boys are here to remind you Fusion Strike is still a thing! Come hear about their trials and tribulations, JW's epic gamer moments, and the top decks in the metagame. This episode is brought to you by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-22. A Sparkling Brilliant Shining Star is Born (VMAX)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2022 Transcription Available


    The boys are back and ready to peep some of the newest revealed cads, including a throwback to an old cast favorite! Come listen into insight about the future of the game, some over-tired loopiness, and a general grand old time. This episode is sponsored by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-21. The Stars of Brilliant Stars

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 49:39 Transcription Available


    The boys are HYPED for Brilliant Stars and ready to show off the top 10 superstars from the set. Can you guess which card is #1? How about 2? 3?... This episode is sponsored by MANSCAPED! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping.

    4-20. Highly Rated Decks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 43:15 Transcription Available


    The boys are back and so excited to drop the deets on their favorite meme decks! Come listen in to some of Pokemons best and brightest talk about how to drop your Elo with expert precision. This episode is sponsored by Manscaped! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout for 20% off and free shipping!

    4-19. Mew and Me, Me and Mew

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 52:18 Transcription Available


    The boys have had ENOUGH of this Mew thing. What is the deal?! No more I say! Come listen in for some Pokedrama, thoughts on Mew, and the top decks of the format. This episode is sponsored by Manscaped and Full Grip Games! Be sure to check out Full Grip! Use code TAGTEAM at checkout with Manscaped for 20% off and free shipping!

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