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Kaneda’s Pinball Podcast

Episode 1218: "Stern Already Onto The Next"

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Summary

Stern's rapid release cycle threatens Pokemon's moment while Kaneda questions industry priorities and defends his critical voice.

Kaneda discusses Stern's aggressive release schedule, expressing concern that Pokemon is incomplete and already being overshadowed by Transformers, arriving just 90 days later. He critiques modern consumer culture's constant shift to the next product, argues that FOMO around limited editions is overblown for most upcoming releases, and predicts Back to the Future will command $15,000+ pricing. Kaneda also addresses community criticism of his content, asserting his right to express opinions while reflecting on the broader context of his life priorities.

From the creator

With Pokemon still empty, Transformers is just 10 days away.

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