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Holo Hustle: Your Weekly Pokémon TCG Market Update

by Al Bowers

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Latest episodes

Episode 41: Why Isn't This Card Worth More?

October 26, 2026 · 1 hr 41 min

Why are some Pokémon cards worth hundreds—or thousands—while other cards that seem to check every box stay surprisingly affordable? This week on Holo Hustle, We take five very different Pokémon cards and dig into what actually drives…
Episode 40: The Cards We Never Forget

October 19, 2026 · 1 hr 39 min

Why do some Pokémon cards stick with us for decades while others disappear into the binder? This week, We look at five cards that represent five completely different collecting memories—from deliberately choosing Dark Blastoise, to losing…
Episode 39: Pokemon Made What?

October 12, 2026 · 1 hr 28 min

Pokémon has made some truly bizarre cards over the years, and this week we’re digging into five of the strangest official TCG releases ever made. From Imakuni?’s Doduo telling you to throw the card across the room, to Pokémon University…
Episode 38: Would I Actually Buy It?

October 5, 2026 · 1 hr 30 min

This week on Holo Hustle, I’m answering a question a listener finally called me out on: What Pokémon cards am I actually willing to buy? Not cards I simply like. Not cards I think are interesting. Cards where I’m comfortable putting my own…
Episode 37: When the Artist Becomes the Chase

September 28, 2026 · 1 hr 19 min

When does the artist become part of the chase? This week on Holo Hustle, we dig into the growing influence of Pokémon TCG illustrators and asks whether the name printed at the bottom of the card is becoming just as important as the Pokémon…

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Episode 36: Future Classic or Future Regret

September 22, 2026 · 1 hr 36 min

Which Pokémon cards are actually built to last—and which ones are just expensive because everyone wants them right now? This week on Holo Hustle, we’re breaking down the difference between a future classic and a future regret. We look at…
Episode 35: What Makes a Pokémon Card Matter?

September 14, 2026 · 1 hr 18 min

Why do some Pokémon cards become unforgettable while others fade into the background? This week, we’re digging into what actually makes a Pokémon card matter—artwork, nostalgia, character popularity, scarcity, supply, set identity, and the…
Episode 34 — Right Card. Right Time.

September 7, 2026 · 1 hr 20 min

Timing can make or break a Pokémon TCG pickup. This week, we look at the Rayquaza run-up, 30th Celebration hype, and the cards getting cheaper while everyone is looking somewhere else. Cards of the Week include Mega Greninja ex, Team…
Episode 33: The Cards We Cannot Forget

August 31, 2026 · 1 hr 19 min

Episode 33 of Holo Hustle dives into why nostalgia has such a powerful hold on collectors and how memories can influence what cards we value. We break down this week’s biggest Pokémon TCG news, including 30th Celebration reveals, cooling…
Episode 32: Are we sure this is a Pokémon?

August 24, 2026 · 1 hr 32 min

Episode 32 of Holo Hustle dives into the strange world of Ultra Beasts, exploring what they are, why Game Freak intentionally designed them to feel unlike normal Pokémon, and how that weirdness carried into the TCG. Along the way, we break…
The Stories Behind the Stamp

August 16, 2026 · 1 hr 28 min

Episode 31 of Holo Hustle — The Stories Behind the Stamp explores how the way a Pokémon card entered the hobby can matter just as much as the card itself. We look at the HeartGold & SoulSilver: Unleashed prerelease-stamped Blastoise, the…
Episode 30: The Cards We Remember

August 10, 2026 · 1 hr 19 min

Episode 30 of Holo Hustle explores the different ways Pokémon cards become memorable, from Liam’s birthday-pulled Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex to Derek’s Pokémon 4Ever Celebi movie promo. We also break down the unusual Celebratory Fanfare…

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About the show

Holo Hustle is your weekly Pokémon TCG market update, hosted by longtime collector Al Bowers. Each episode breaks down price trends, set highlights, and collecting insights to keep you informed and ahead of the game. Whether you’re a casual fan or a serious investor, this show delivers clear updates while celebrating the fun and nostalgia of the hobby. Join the hustle, grow your collection, and stay ahead of the market—one holo at a time.