Sneak peek: Hoax Hunters explain the Pokemon Shock

Sneak peek: Hoax Hunters explain the Pokemon Shock

August 14, 2026 · 7 min

About this episode

The episode features Marc and Sanden as they investigate the phenomenon known as the Pokemon Shock.

This is a sneak peek of a bonus episode available to Smarty Pass subscribers. It’s a follow up to the Forever Ago episode about the history of Pokemon. This time, Marc and Sanden are back as the Hoax Hunters to investigate a phenomenon known as the Pokemon Shock. It was an event where a TV show apparently made thousands of people feel sick. To hear the full episode, sign up for Smarty Pass and support the Brains On Universe.

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