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The Shift Gear Podcast

Ciaran Farah & Aneil Saini

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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 on Wednesdays at 12:00 :)
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The Gear Shifters

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Do you like the roar of an engine, the smell of burning rubber, or the mesmerizing sound of metal parts meshing together? If the answer is yes, then you've arrived at the right destination. Welcome to 'The Gear Shifters,' an automotive podcast, where our host, Siddharth Vohra, will take you to the fascinating world of automobiles. From electric vehicles to classic vintage cars, automotive technologies, and advancements, we've got you covered. Join us and embark on this thrilling automotive j ...
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This week we are joined by Shashi Naraine, who finished in the Top 32 with a unique build of Raging Bolt + Ogerpon ex. We also break down all the drama from NAIC, if the time rules need to be changed, our thoughts on the amount of players at Worlds, and discuss our takeaways from the event. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 04:20 Thoughts on New Orleans 09:1…
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**Podcast Title: The Magic of Monaco: Why the F1 Race is So Special****Podcast Description:**Join host Sid Vohra as we explore the amazing Monaco Grand Prix, the most famous race in Formula 1. Learn why this race is so special, from its tight, twisty streets to its beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea. We’ll talk about Monaco’s long history and…
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In this episode, Aneil and Ciaran go over their top picks and personal decklists for the North American International Championships taking place in New Orleans. Let us know your thoughts below! Link to champions league results : https://pokecabook.com/archives/131563?fbclid=IwAR0ifXI64atpsdnbU7Oq1kefh3nxzKfykLUzzHoEvi4uKqede3kQ4VWGUGk Find Ciaran: …
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In this episode of Gear Shifters, we are thrilled to welcome Jayanth Kolla, Convergence Catalyst co-founder and principal analyst. Jayanth also hosts the AI Rising podcast on HT Smartcast and is a renowned expert in AI and technology trends. Our host Sid Vohra and Jayanth discuss the future of artificial intelligence in the automobile industry, the…
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This week on The Shiftgear we give our personal tier list for NAIC. Come here our thoughts on where every deck currently stands in the format! As always, these are just our opinions, so let us know in the comments if you agree/disagree with anything we said! Find Ciaran: linktr.ee/ciarantcg Find Aneil: linktr.ee/TCG_Aneil…
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In this episode, we are joined once again by Little Dark Fury to discuss the 5 greatest formats ever. We take you through a guide to retro Pokemon, the best formats to build and the most enjoyable to play! Let us know your favourite format ever, if you have one! Here are some links to get you started : Info & Lists - https://jklaczpokemon.com/ http…
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Welcome back, gearheads, to another exciting episode of Gear Shifters. Today, we're diving into one of the most fascinating and futuristic cars ever created—Chrysler's legendary Turbine Car. You may have heard whispers about this experimental vehicle from the 1960s, but today, we're uncovering the hidden stories and surprising facts that even the m…
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On this weeks episode we are joined by a legend of the game, Curtis Lyon. He is a National Champion, Regional Champion, State Champion, and has some deep finishes at Worlds as well. For the first time Curtis talks about his side of one of if not the most famous cheating scandal in the history of the Pokemon TCG. He also breaks down how he was able …
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Welcome to this special Mother's Day episode of The Gear Shifters! We're thrilled to have Manjula Narayan, the Editor of the Books page at Hindustan Times, joining us. Not only is Manjula a distinguished journalist, but she's also a mother to two sons and three dogs, and a proud rider of a Royal Enfield Thunderbird. In this episode, Manjula shares …
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Dialga Vstar is king! Aneil thought he was cool and unique for playing Dialga to day 2 at the Indianapolis regionals but Andrew Hedrick had the same idea and now Dialga is king. With Chien-Pao on the rise and declining Zard populations, we investigate how the meta could evolve going into LA regionals. We also look at expanded for the first time in …
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The worlds invitation system needs some changes. In this episode, we go over the NAIC registration debacle and share our opinions on how the Worlds invitation system should be revised for 2025. Let us know below how you would handle the NAIC debate and how the invite system should be structured! Find Ciaran: linktr.ee/ciarantcg Find Aneil: inktr.ee…
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Today, we explore the exciting world of air taxis—small aircraft that can take off and land vertically, making short-distance travel a breeze. Companies like Boeing in the U.S. and InterGlobe in India are pioneering this technology, offering a solution to urban congestion. Picture flying from Rajiv Chowk to Gurugram in 7 minutes instead of 90. In t…
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There hasn't been much meta development so we decided to look ahead to Twilight Masquerade this week. Find out what we think of cards like Unfair Stamp, Greninja ex, Dragapult ex, Tatsugiri, and more! We are also giving away 18 packs! To enter follow Aneil and Ciaran on Twitter and BananaGames on IG. Then comment which bucket hat Aneil should get n…
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Your text looks great! However, here's a slight tweak for clarity and smoothness. What if Chinese mobile manufacturer Xiaomi launched its own car? Surprised? Us too! But that's not all – on our podcast, we're diving into not just Xiaomi's bold move, but also the unexpected twists of other big brands like Apple. From iPhones to electric vehicles/rid…
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We are joined by the winner of the largest TPCI Regional Championship of all time, Liam Haliburton. He breaks down his winning run and his Charizard list. We ask him to break down some of the matchups and how he has been able to transition successfully between the age divisions. We also put his Lebron fandom to the test and have him weigh in on the…
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In this episode, we're joined by Julian Gort-Barry fresh of his 17th place finish at the European International Championships. Julian walks us through his deck and matchups, and also provides some insight for those looking to pick up the deck for Orlando this weekend! What is the plural version of "Arceus"? Let us know below : Find Julian : https:/…
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Electric Vehicles or Hybrids: What's the Best Option for You? That's the question we'll be exploring in this podcast. Tune in to the latest episode of The Gear Shifters where our host Sid Vohra is joined with Amrinder Singh, Audio Engineer at HT smartcast. If you're thinking about getting a new car and you're curious about electric vehicles (EVs) a…
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In this episode, we both go over our top 3 choices (and our personal lists) for the European International Championship this coming weekend (April 5-7). What should you play for the weekend? We provide our metagame forecast as well as some "dark horses" to look out for heading into this very puzzling metagame. Link to all decklists : https://drive.…
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In this episode, we're tackling the automotive world's biggest myths: 5 underrated cars in India. Our host Sid, will break down the vehicles that deserve more recognition and those that might not live up to the hype. Whether it's the hidden gems that deserve a second look or the overhyped models that fall short, we've got you covered. Tune in for a…
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Join us this week as we recap Vancouver regionals and give our insights on what to expect at EUIC post rotation. We also get a new intro and a "customer review"! We go through Charizard ex, Chien-Pao ex, Future Box, Ancient Box, Arceus, Great Tusk, Snorlax, and more! Find Ciaran: linktr.ee/ciarantcg Find Aneil: inktr.ee/TCG_Aneil…
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LDF joins us once again to go through the top 10 Pokémon cards of all time (excluding Trainers & Energy cards). These were selected on criteria consisting mainly of the strength of a card relative to it's own era. We struggled making this list so please roast us in the comments and let us know your top 10! This is the third video in our walk throug…
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On this week's episode, we're joined again by LDF for part 2 of our mini-series. This week we go through the top 10 decks of ALL TIME. These were selected on a criteria consisting of mainly overall dominance in their respective metas, and (admittedly) were a bit tough to contrast at times. Enjoy this walk through Pokemon tcg history!…
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This week we are joined by fellow Canadian, LittleDarkFury (Matthew Wood) to break down the Top 10 Pokemon TCG Players of all time. The three of us all had very different lists, but we combined them together to give you our Top 10! We are also holding a group session ahead of Vancouver Regionals. If you want to be better prepared, or just want to h…
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Have you ever wondered why the Mercedes-Benz logo has three points, or why Audi has four rings? And what's the story behind the bull in Lamborghini's logo and the horses in Ferrari's logo? Why not an elephant, a dog, or even a bat?Today, let's delve into the fascinating stories behind the logos of the world's top car companies. Welcome to Gear Shif…
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CHIEN-PAO DID IT! This week Ciaran & Aneil recap Dortmund regionals, compare QBs to meta decks, and explain why we will never be letting our girls go to an Usher concert. All that and more on this weeks 20th ever episode of The Shift Gear. Check out our sponsor here : https://bananagames.ca/ Our Links : Aneil: linktr.ee/tcg_aneil Ciaran: linktr.ee/…
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Ciaran and Aneil are joined by fellow Canadian and Banana Games teammate, Jackson Ford. He breaks down his run to top 8 with Giratina Vstar, and discusses how to play the deck going forward. Ciaran breaks down his run with Chien-Pao, and we discuss our newfound passion for Buc-ees!Af Ciaran Farah & Aneil Saini
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This week Ciaran and Aneil are tasked with legacy questions, lots of questions about VIP in Gardevoir, and explain why Patrick Mahomes is NOT our goat. Knoxville prep continues on and we're here to answer all your questions this week on the pod. We're proudly supported by Banana Games in Toronto, find them here : https://bananagames.ca/ Find us: An…
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This week Ciaran and Aneil are joined by Rafal Gladysz following his top 64 at the Charlotte Regional championships with a unique build of Roaring Moon that included Pokemon Catcher. He also breaks down the journey to making his first day 2 and the rest of Charlotte. We end by discussing the drama around misreporting your deck on Pokestats and deba…
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Ciaran and Aneil are joined by one of Canada's brightest young stars, Christian Labella. He breaks down how he has been able to transition from seniors to masters successfully and helps us preview Charlotte Regionals and the new cards revealed from Temporal Forces! GIVEAWAY RULES: 1. Follow Aneil, Ciaran, The Shift Gear Podcast, and BananaGames 2. …
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Ciaran and Aneil discuss the results from the Portland Regional Championships. They run through all the interesting decks and discuss where the format currently stands. We are graciously sponsored this week by Manta Trading, who are helping us give away 2 Giratina VSTAR. GIVEAWAY RULES: Follow @TCG_Aneil, @ciaran_tcg, and @mantatrades on Twitter/X …
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This week Ciaran and Aneil take a look at the newly revealed cards from "Wild Force" and "Cyber Judge!". They spend time giving their gripes with Prime Catcher and a general commentary on game design. The Kyoto Champions League just concluded and had some interesting decks in the top 8 such as Roaring Moon, Gholdengo/Palkia, and Arceus/Zerora. The …
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We are joined this week by San Antonio Regionals Top 8 Competitor Dan Hugar. He breaks down how he had success with his Lost Zone Giratina deck, some tips on how to play it, how he translated his Player Cup success to in person tournaments, and spends some time on the mental aspect of competing in the Pokemon TCG!…
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With San Antonio on the horizon and some interesting results from last week, Aneil & Ciaran dive into some San Antonio top picks as well as discuss implications from the successes last week. Additionally, in response to an "ask me anything" tweet put out earlier this week, they answer several listener questions in what ended up being the longest bu…
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In this episode, Aneil and Ciaran have the GOAT debate. With Jason Klaczynski and Tord Reklev both having such dominant careers, who is the true GOAT? They also dive into some interesting decks that have emerged with the last week of results to try and figure out how they may shake up the meta along with how having the same format for multiple mont…
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In this latest installment of the Gear Shifters, we take a look at the cars that defined our childhood, the ones that left an indelible mark on the Indian Automobile industry. Sid takes a nostalgic journey, reminiscing about the most iconic cars from our youth. Starting with the classic Hindustan Ambassador, and the first-ever Italian import, the P…
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In this episode, Aneil and Ciaran dive into what happened last weekend at the regionals around the globe. Amongst these results were some really cool decks that are certainly worth taking a look at. In a time where big tourneys are at a bit of a pause, we can all take this time to have a breather and take a look at how this 5 month long metagame mi…
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In this episode, Aneil & Ciaran recap their deep runs at the Latin American International Championships featuring some spicy lists. They go over their preparation for big events, how to set a mindset positive to enduring a whole season of worlds chasing as well as how to navigate the rest of the year now that we're officially a third of the way thr…
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Today's episode of The Gear Shifters is a little different. Since the Cricket World Cup is the flavor of this month, our host Sid Vohra dives in and combines two of the biggest industries in India – Cricket and Auto. Did you know who was the first cricketer to own an Audi in India ever? Or who was the first Indian cricketer to own a private jet? To…
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If you ever wondered as a child while watching movies featuring flying cars or self-driving vehicles, the idea of cars navigating autonomously felt like science fiction not too long ago. However, with companies like Tesla and Google testing autonomous cars, these concepts are swiftly becoming a reality. In 2022 alone, the industry invested 6 billio…
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Indian car brands are in neck-to-neck competition with foreign manufacturers with both of them having scored points in their respective fields, but the debate doesn't end here whether Indian-made cars outperform foreign-made vehicles is intricate and multi-dimensional. While some of us may enthusiastically declare, "humari gaadiyaan best", that is …
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In this episode Aneil & Ciaran recap what was a rather unsuccessful homecoming for a lot of our Canadian players, despite a pretty interesting Toronto regionals experience. Additionally, they look ahead to the Paradox Rift meta and what may be in store for us in the future, including top picks, decks to watch out for, and why playing the same deck …
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Electric vehicles have come a long way since their inception. One of the key enablers of this EV revolution is battery technology. In the first episode of 'The Gear Shifters,' host Sid Vohra will talk about the evolution of electric mobility from its beginning to the thriving mainstream phenomenon it is today. Did you know that the history of elect…
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In this more laid back discussion episode, Aneil & Ciaran bring on the local legend Simon Luong to help them forecast Toronto regionals and share some ideas going into the weekend. Additionally, pre-releases get free advertisement (you're welcome TPCI) and Iron Hands is brought back down to earth. Enjoy this free flowing episode!…
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In this episode we are joined by our first guest, Lucas Xing! He helps us break down what went down at the Sacramento Regional Championships that took place between Oct 13-15. We talk about the surprise Arceus Gyarados deck, why Lugia performed so well, and break down the rest of the metagame. The second half of the episode focuses on our preparati…
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