Spilling The Sinistea

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...

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...

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/BonusAct...

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 devel...

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...

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, an...

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...

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...

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 l...

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...

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. &nbs...

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 & Ch...

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,...

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 hi...

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...

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...

In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea go on a wild journey from Intro to Nuzlockes 101 through how modern culture and consumerism are changing the way players engage with video games and media.     Connect with Ezra & Chelsea: Website: https://bonus-action.com   Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ba-original.bsky.social   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BonusActionVide...

In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea break down what we are seeing from the Pokémon Legends: Z-A Demo from Pokémon World Championships 2025. They discuss the potential problems of the real-time battles, the unfortunate art design, and the influencerization of the Pokémon franchise. While still trying to remain optimistic, Ez shares why it is getting more and more difficult for them to stay that wa...

In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea chat about their experiences as a long-time Pokémon fan (Ez) and a newbie fan (Chels). They dive into some of the inside jokes (Ketchup Pikachu) and heartwrenching moments (Bye Bye Butterfree), as well as talking about how understanding more of the lore and history of the franchise brings a richer experience to your Pokémon journey. There is no wrong way to exp...

In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea discuss the supposed 19th Pokémon type: Stellar. They dive into why Stellar should not qualify as one of the official typings, why it is more of an attribute that the Pokémon in Scarlet & Violet during certain battles can access, and express frustration with the world of Tera Raids and gaining access to the Stellar typing in-game.      E...

In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea dive into the latest TCG Expansions…Black Bolt & White Flare! In this double expansion drop, fans of the Unova region have ample choices and cards to seek out. However, with so many chase cards and the lack of Booster Boxes, this is going to be a difficult set to get your hands on the products, let alone complete your set. Chelsea and Ezra encourage you to...

In today’s episode, Ez and Chelsea discuss the Switch 2 patch for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Ez breaks down the experience playing with the updated frame rates, the better graphics, and…all the same weaknesses that the game had before. They touch on the consumerist nature of S&V and, once again, ask for better from Nintendo.     Connect with Ezra & Chelsea: Website: https:/...

In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea (but mostly Ez) break down the truth of the new Nintendo Switch 2…. Is it worth it? They discuss the controversies around the price point of the console and the new games. They delve into the battery life, playability, screen graphics, and what you need to know about this next generation of Nintendo console.  Connect with Ezra & Chelsea: Website: https...

Chelsea and Ez jump on the Eeveelutions bandwagon, speaking about the upcoming Eevee Grove expansion for Pokémon TCG Pocket. They cover hopes, dreams, and desires for the set, and how this could be a chance for the mobile app to finally address some of its more pressing issues.   Episode References: It’s a Cuteness Overload in Pokémon TCG Pocket’s Upcoming Eevee Grove Expansion https://www.po...

In today’s episode, Ezra and Chelsea dive into the world of Pokémon that just give us the ick, particularly bipedal Pokémon who should just not be bipedal. They talk about the pros and the cons (mostly the cons) of super-humanoid Pokémon, Pokémon that appear to be wearing clothes or doing human jobs (for reasons unknown to all), and all others that fit the “that makes me uncomfortable” category. T...