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Entei’s Inferno

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One calm thought at a time about the Pokémon hobby most people feel but don’t say out loud. Entei’s Inferno Podcast is a quiet, reflective podcast about the Pokémon TCG as culture, not content. It explores the emotional and psychological side of collecting, trust between buyers and sellers, show experiences, pricing behavior, burnout, and what keeps people grounded in a loud hobby. This is not a news show. It is not about hype, speculation, or chasing trends. Episodes are designed to feel like a conversation you listen to while driving, sorting cards, working out, or winding down. Calm, thoughtful, and human. Hosted by Kris, creator of Entei’s Inferno TCG.

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2/2/2026

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June 24, 2026

Why Winning Never Feels Like Winning

<p>Why does getting the card never feel like enough?</p><p>In Episode 16 of the Entei&#39;s Inferno Podcast, Kris talks about one of the biggest traps in Pokémon card collecting: the moving finish line.</p><p>You finally get the card, then you want it graded. Then you want a PSA 10. Then you want the matching card, the sealed box, the full set, the next grail, and suddenly the thing you chased for months is sitting on a shelf while you&#39;re already chasing something else.</p><p>This episode explores collector psychology, FOMO, social media comparison, the dopamine of the chase, and why so many collectors struggle to feel successful even after reaching their goals.</p><p>Topics covered:</p><p>• Pokémon card collecting<br>• Pokémon TCG hobby culture<br>• Collector psychology<br>• FOMO in collecting<br>• Social media comparison<br>• PSA grading goals<br>• Pokémon card grails<br>• The dopamine of collecting<br>• Modern Pokémon collecting</p><p>The hobby will always give you another card to chase.</p><p>The real question is whether you can enjoy where you already are.</p><p>Follow Entei&#39;s Inferno Podcast for weekly Pokémon collecting discussions, hobby commentary, grading conversations, market observations, and collector-first perspectives.</p><p>Instagram:<br>@enteis_inferno_tcg</p><p></p>

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June 4, 2026

Would You Still Want It If Nobody Else Did?

<p>Every collector says &quot;collect what you like.&quot;</p><p>But do we actually do that?</p><p>In Episode 15 of the Entei&#39;s Inferno Podcast, Kris explores one of the most uncomfortable questions in the Pokémon TCG hobby:</p><p>Would you still want the card if nobody else did?</p><p>From Moonbreon and social media influence to card show hype, collector psychology, and the difference between passion and validation, this episode dives into how popularity shapes the way we collect.</p><p>Topics covered:</p><p>• Pokémon card collecting<br>• Collector psychology<br>• Pokémon TCG hobby discussion<br>• Social media influence in collecting<br>• Moonbreon and modern grails<br>• Passion vs validation<br>• Building a meaningful collection<br>• Pokémon hobby culture<br>• Collector mindset<br>• Entei&#39;s Inferno Podcast</p><p>The strongest collections aren&#39;t always the most expensive.</p><p>They&#39;re the ones you&#39;d still build even if nobody was watching.</p><p>Follow the show for weekly Pokémon collecting discussions, hobby commentary, grading conversations, market observations, and collector-first perspectives.</p><p>Instagram:<br>@enteis_inferno_tcg</p><p></p>

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May 20, 2026

Did PSA Get Too Big? The Grading Problem Nobody Saw Coming

<p>PSA just made some major changes to grading, and collectors are paying attention.</p><p>Longer turnaround times. Higher submission requirements. More money is tied up. Bigger barriers for everyday collectors.</p><p>In Episode 14 of Entei&#39;s Inferno Podcast, Kris breaks down PSA&#39;s latest grading changes, including increased bulk minimum requirements, extended turnaround estimates, grading costs, and what these shifts could mean long-term for Pokémon card collectors, PSA submissions, grading culture, and the future of the hobby.</p><p>Is PSA becoming luxury grading?</p><p>Will smaller collectors get squeezed out?</p><p>Could grading companies like CGC, TAG, or BGS benefit?</p><p>And what happens if grading becomes harder, slower, and more selective over time?</p><p>This episode covers:</p><p>• PSA grading changes<br>• Pokémon card grading<br>• PSA turnaround times<br>• Bulk grading updates<br>• Pokémon investing<br>• Collecting strategy<br>• Pokémon TCG market discussion<br>• PSA vs grading competitors<br>• Collector psychology<br>• The future of grading</p><p>Collector first.</p><p>Conversation-driven.</p><p>No fake hype.</p><p>New episodes weekly.</p><p>Follow Entei&#39;s Inferno Podcast wherever you listen.</p><p>Follow Kris on Instagram too @Enteis_Inferno_TCG</p>

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What is Entei’s Inferno?

One calm thought at a time about the Pokémon hobby most people feel but don’t say out loud.

Entei’s Inferno Podcast is a quiet, reflective podcast about the Pokémon TCG as culture, not content. It explores the emotional and psychological side of collecting, trust between buyers and sellers, show experiences, pricing behavior, burnout, and what keeps people grounded in a loud hobby.

This is not a news show. It is not about hype, speculation, or chasing trends.

Episodes are designed to feel like a conversation you listen to while driving, sorting cards, working out, or winding down. Calm, thoughtful, and human.

Hosted by Kris, creator of Entei’s Inferno TCG.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.

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