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Welcome to Spilling the Sinistea, where we are spilling every drop of our fan opinions of the Pokémon franchise. If you are a fan of the TCG, video games, or anime, this is the place to be for the hot gossip.
Each week, listeners can expect in-depth conversations about TCG strategy, emotional nostalgia on Pokémon GO, and our personal opinions about what types make up the best teams - among many other exciting topics. Whether you've been a fan since Red, Blue, and Yellow, or just got your started in Paldea, there is definitely something for everyone.
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In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea dive into the Stage 1 evolutions - those often overlooked, frequently awkward, and sometimes adorable second Pokémon in a given evolutionary line. They talk about their favorites and the great - including Sylveon and Toxtricity, the ones we don’t want to talk about (Naclstack), and the ones that are just forgotten unintentionally (sorry Drakloak). Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea dive into the world of sportsball and mascots - what would your favorite Pokémon region use as their mascot? Who would be the face of Pallet Town? Of Cerulean City? Of Spikemuth? Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
In this episode, Ezra and Chelsea talk about Pokémon Natures, what they do, how they work, and why or why not people should pay attention to them. They also give a brief breakdown on how looking at stats and natures can help you identify genuine or fake Pokémon while trading or competing in online battles. Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea talk about what they are doing these days with the multitude of Pokémon mobile apps, including TCG Pocket, Pokémon GO, Pokémon Masters EX, and Pokémon Sleep. They talk about their digital detox goals for 2026, how they are managing gaming apps versus screen time, and discuss the good and the bad about the apps in general. Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
In today’s episode, Chelsea and Ez go over what could be announced during the 2026 Pokémon Day stream. They chat about possible remakes, if Gen 10 will make an appearance, if news about Pokémon XP will drop, and what other announcements could be included. They also theorize how hard the Pokémon team will go following the hype from the 25th anniversary. Episode References:Pokémon XP Website Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea dive into their themes of Play and Reconnection for 2026 and talk about their Pokémon goals that fit into those themes. They talk about the old school games they want to replay, the decks they dream of building, and the connection with themselves and their loved ones they hope to experience along the way. Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
In today’s episode, Chelsea and Ez vibe with the holiday season and ask the real question: Who is running the joint if Pokémon (and trainers) ran the North Pole?Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea dive into the disappointing world of the Pokémon Legends ZA: Mega Dimensions DLC. They talk about the letdown of the donut mechanics, the frustration of repetitive and seemingly useless tasks, and the unimpressive grind of catching more Pokémon than you know what to do with that you do not care about. They express their frustration and exhaustion with the developers and encourage people to shop wisely with their holiday bucks and to consider games that offer more value than this DLC does, particularly given the hefty price tag. Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea discuss the latest about the new Pokémon Pokopia Extended Trailer. They dive into the Kanto lore, theorize about some of the game mechanics, and share thoughts about the current state of modern Pokémon games compared to the older (3DS and previous) games. Episode References:Watch the Pokémon Pokopia Trailer - https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/watch-the-pokemon-pokopia-trailer Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
In today’s episode, Ez and Chelsea dive into the world of Stocking Stuffers! They discuss family stocking traditions, think of creative options for introducing Pokémon items into the stocking for both new fans and long-time lovers, and encourage people to pick stocking stuffers with an eye towards togetherness and cozy community. They share their top picks from keychain Pokémon plushies, socks, and games for the family! Episode References:Pokémon Center Stocking Stuffers: https://www.pokemoncenter.com/category/stocking-stuffers Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea discuss their top picks from the Pokémon Center website and delve into the holiday collection for 2025! With great quality and competitive pricing, The Pokémon Center has something for every Pokémon trainer on your list! They highlight the quality of the kitchenware, variety of higher-end jewelry, and activities to do as a family, from cookie cutters to puzzles. This episode is not sponsored. Chelsea and Ez just wanted to drop some of their top choices and gush about the cute winter collections! Episode References:The Pokémon Center: https://www.pokemoncenter.com/holiday Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
In this episode, Ezra and Chelsea dive into the things they like and the things they dislike about the new battling systems in Pokémon Legends Z-A. They talk a little bit about streamer culture, why Pokémon should be considering their casual players, and how not everything needs to be eSports-inspired. Finally, they break down what they would love to see evolve in Pokémon battling in Generation 10 and what really should be left behind to be forgotten. Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea discuss the latest news to come out of the Pokémon Legends Z-A universe - the Mega Dimensions DLC. They talk about the megas that are introduced in the trailer, why seeing Korrain return is not a good thing, speculate about the new character introduction of Ansha, and question why donut-making was not part of the original gameplay to begin with. Although they look forward to some of the new mechanics, they also question why it is included in a $30 DLC and not part of the already $70 game they purchased, and delve a bit into the Fortniteification of the Pokémon franchise. Episode References:See the Latest Trailer - https://legends.pokemon.com/en-us/news/nov_06_new_trailer Korrina Returns as a Cheap Gimmick in Pokémon Legends: Z-A Mega Dimensions DLC - https://bonus-action.com/feature/korrina-returns-as-a-cheap-gimmick-in-pokemon-legends-z-a-mega-dimensions-dlc/ Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea dive into the newest TCG Expansion set - Phantasmal Flames! Fans of Charizard are going to want to try and get their hands on this set with a gorgeous Special Illustration Rare of the Mega Charizard X ex. There are also great playable cards with the dark-typed Toxtricity, a fierce Mega Sharpedo ex, and a stunningly pretty Mega Diancie ex. Disclaimer: Ezra was gifted product samples of the Phantasmal Flames TCG Expansion sets ahead of launch by The Pokémon Company. This is not a sponsored episode, but they thank The Pokémon Company for their generosity. The set will release on November 14, 2025. Episode References:Pokémon TCG Phantasmal Flames Review – Top Favorites Crash Into Deck Builds - https://bonus-action.com/guides/pokemon-tcg-phantasmal-flames-review/ “Phantasmal Flames” Set Guide: Full Card List, Cut Cards, Store Promos, Products, and More! - https://www.pokebeach.com/2025/10/phantasmal-flames-set-guide-full-set-list-cut-cards-store-promos-products-and-more Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea give their initial thoughts on the revisit to Kalos and Lumiose City with Pokémon: Legends Z-A. They share the things (few as they are) that they believe the game is doing well, and share their critiques on the destruction of the history of the Kalos region, the paper-thin characters (and buildings), and the repetitive nature of the activities in the game. Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
In this episode, Ezra and Chelsea get into the true nature of Fairy-types. They discuss how these “cute” catches aren’t as snuggly and shiny as they appear, and offer speculation on what other Pokémon might be like if they acquired a Fairy-type. Queue Gucci Gengar and Monster Slurpuff!Episode References:Fairy Type Pokémon: https://pokemondb.net/type/fairy Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea dive into the world of Halloween parties! Better yet, how to throw the best Halloween Pokémon Party for you! They discuss food options, activity options for kids (and adults) of all ages, theme possibilities, and challenge you to build a replica Spikemuth in your backyard for your very own Pokémon battles (if that’s something that interests you). Pick a theme, make it fun, and have a Happy Halloween! Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea break down the latest Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution set! They discuss the gorgeous artwork, the playability of the cards, and the successful reboot of the Mega ex cards, done better than the original. They also break down the difficulty of getting your hands on some of these cards, and the current sky-high prices of the most difficult pulls, but ultimately have high praise for the set. Disclaimer: Ezra was gifted product samples of the Prismatic Evolutions TCG Expansion set ahead of launch by The Pokémon Company. This is not a sponsored episode, but they thank The Pokémon Company for their generosity. Episode References:10 Most Expensive Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Cards - https://bonus-action.com/guides/10-most-expensive-pokemon-tcg-mega-evolution-cards/ Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Review – A New Frontier For The Modern Format - https://bonus-action.com/review/pokemon-tcg-mega-evolution-review/ Mega Evolution Card List - https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-tcg/pokemon-cards?me01=on Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea give their hot takes as to why the new Mega Evolutions being shown for the upcoming Legends: Z-A game are so disappointing, both from an artistic point of view and from a nostalgic point of view. They discuss the evolution of the design in Pokémon games and why the newer games feel less grounded and real than they did in previous iterations. Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
Today, Chelsea and Ezra talk about why kids should be allowed to bring cards to school (as long as it’s not against the rules), why it’s good for kids to do so, and what to look out for. They dive into how to prepare kids for the possibility of loss or theft, and offer insight on how taking cards to school can be a learning experience and build responsibility in kids while supporting community and fun with friends.Connect with Ezra & Chelsea:Website: https://bonus-action.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVideo Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BonusActionCommunity Ezra’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lauragrayholt1.bsky.socialChelsea’s Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/chelseasturkie.bsky.social Ezra’s Email: laura.grayholt@gmail.com Chelsea’s Email: chelseataylorsturkie@gmail.com
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