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The Shift Gear Podcast

Ciaran Farah & Aneil Saini
Pokémon TCG
Gardevoir
Twilight Masquerade
Pokémon Trading Card Game
Charizard
Raging Bolt
Lugia
NAIC
Retro Formats
Dragapult
North American International Championship
Brazil
Competitive Pokémon
Deck Building
Primal Clash To Guardians Rising
Base Set To Fossil
Sableye
Ogre Pawn
Iron Hands
Chen Pao

Here you'll find two long term Pokemon TCG players who want to share our thoughts on the meta, decks, and all things Pokemon TCG with our listeners. With a specific focus on providing high level content, we also like to take the time to bring on Canadian guests who are under-represented on the global stage and give them an opportunity to share their thoughts and shine! New episodes release weekly ... more

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Stuttgart Regionals was the first major event with Phantasmal Flames legal and Charizard ex took down the event! Aneil is in NYC so Ciaran brought on Christian Fontenot to help him break down the results and where they think the meta is headed!

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We have a new champion for biggest DQ in history. In this video, the boys break down LAIC & Ciaran's run to top 64 and also share opinions on the biggest news story of the weekend. What do you folks think? Was this DQ warranted? Let us know down belo... more

This week Ciaran is joined by Kamil and Ajay from the Sahara Desert! They break down Lille and look ahead to Gdansk Regionals. Is Dragapult back to being the top dog or will Gardevoir adapt and take back the crown?

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Description : Well fellas, it’s been a long time since this has happened. Tord Reklev’s secret-ish creation absolutely DOMINATED this week’s regionals. After leaking on Wednesday, we all knew this deck would be in the meta in some capacity, but I don... more

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Recent Guests

Christian Fontenot
Denmark's finest Pokémon TCG player
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Episode: Breaking Down Stuttgart Regionals - is Charizard BDIF?
Henry Chao
First two-time guest on The Shift Gear Podcast and Monterrey Regional Finalist
Episode: The Gardevoir Master Strikes Again! Interviewing Henry Chao - Monterrey Regional Finalist
Riley McKay
2025 Pokémon TCG World Champion.
Episode: Our Exclusive Interview with Riley McKay, the 2025 Pokèmon TCG WORLD CHAMPION
Callie White
Breakout Player of the Year, a top-performing Canadian player
Episode: Who Was the MVP of 2025?! Our 2nd Annual Pokèmon TCG Awards Show!
Gabriel Fernandez
Senior division player nominated for MVP; known for his exceptional winning streak
Episode: Who Was the MVP of 2025?! Our 2nd Annual Pokèmon TCG Awards Show!
Piper Lepine
Two-time regional champion and talented Pokémon TCG player
Episode: Shadow Bulleting to Top 8! Interviewing the Top NAIC Grimmsnarl Player, Piper Lepine
Hunter Butler
A well-known Pokémon TCG player and tournament organizer.
Episode: Destined Rivals Results are In. What’s the Play?
Kamil Colatosti
Top 8 Utrecht Player and competitive Pokémon TCG player
Episode: Phantom Diving Through an Anti-Dragapult World! W/ Top 8 Utrecht Player Kamil Colatosti
Christian Labella
Championed the Milwaukee Regional Championships.
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Episode: Interviewing the Raging Bolt ex MASTER, Christian Labella!

Hosts

Ciaran
Host and co-host experienced in competitive Pokémon TCG gameplay, sharing insights and engaging with guests on the meta and strategies.
Aneil
Co-host passionate about the Pokémon TCG scene, often providing strategic insights and hosting discussions with guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • Really good

    Very much enjoying their episodes so far

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I’m just a cool guy
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Great TCG podcast

    Love this pod, great guests and great banter! Ciaran was routing for you to win Toronto, it is going to happen tho I’m sure! If Aneil wasn’t a Leafs fan this would be the perfect podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BindingMochi
    United Statesa year ago
  • Audio issues were an issue in the past.

    One of the best pokemon podcasts that there is. Only thing keeping it from a 5 is the hosts audio is often so quiet that my volume has to be turned all the way up. This becomes an issue when guests are much louder than the hosts. You are stuck with one voice too loud or two voices too quiet.

    Edit: Seems like the issue has been fixed

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Loganlenny
    United Statesa year ago
  • Drug Content

    I have been listening to the most recent episodes from Shifting Gears and I have not been happy to hear about the drug references within the show mentioning “blunts” and other marijuana references. It really turns me off to the show, and I am not happy to hear it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    morrislevy
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the high-level content and community involvement, especially featuring under-represented Canadian guests.
Some listeners have expressed concern over certain content, such as drug references, which they felt detracted from the overall enjoyment.
Audio quality has improved, but there were prior issues with volume levels that some listeners found distracting.
The hosts are praised for their engaging banter and insights into competitive gameplay, making the podcast fun and personable.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#230
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#72
Brazil/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#124
South Africa/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#184
Mexico/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#220
New Zealand/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#223
Belgium/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Gardevoir Master Strikes Again! Interviewing Henry Chao - Monterrey Regional Finalist
Q: What do you think about Gardevoir going into Pittsburgh?
I think it's positioned well, but potentially hard to counter.
The Gardevoir Master Strikes Again! Interviewing Henry Chao - Monterrey Regional Finalist
Q: Henry, how does it feel to start the season off in such a great way?
It feels great, especially with the deck performing well; it's quite a success.
Our Exclusive Interview with Riley McKay, the 2025 Pokèmon TCG WORLD CHAMPION
Q: What was it like the night before finals?
I didn't play any Pokémon; I relaxed, played games like Clash Royale, and prepared myself.
Our Exclusive Interview with Riley McKay, the 2025 Pokèmon TCG WORLD CHAMPION
Q: So how did you overcome nerves in the NAIC run?
Winning a tough match against a skilled opponent gave me the confidence I needed to perform well in subsequent matches.
Shadow Bulleting to Top 8! Interviewing the Top NAIC Grimmsnarl Player, Piper Lepine
Q: What do you think about Grimmsnarl’s performance?
I think the deck is very solid but it doesn’t outshine Gardi or Dragapult.

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1. Christian Fontenot
2. Henry Chao
3. Riley McKay
4. Callie White
5. Gabriel Fernandez
6. Piper Lepine
7. Hunter Butler
8. Kamil Colatosti

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