Ellen's 'Totally Epic' Pikachu Hangout | Show of the Weekend: We read Pokemon Magazine

[@NimbleTack]

Show of the Weekend is a bit like a Dark Souls bonfire for the real world.

[@katfromthekong414]

This is probably the sweetest and truest way I've ever heard oxtra described! ❤

[@rasmusn.e.m1064]

So true!

[@alexharrison2743]

I love the oxboxtra fans

[@stormy7745]

100% agree!

[@BottomBunkArt]

No joke. The year before covid I got sick with an insanely bad flu or something and spent almost two weeks sick in bed and I just listened to show of the weekend

[@arsdiona]

Producer Jon's off-screen laughter is one of the best sounds in the world, surely?

[@MegaHentai00]

It's rare to have a video where Ellen isn't laughing the hardest of anyone, but I think Jon takes the prize this week.

[@jocosesonata]

4:08 / 4:12 - Timestamps for instant replay.

[@Sadboi_Rook]

I need new ears, I thought it was Andy! 😂

[@abydosianchulac2]

I am so glad that the trend has been towards acknowledging and including Jon's and James' presence in the rooms with even some of the more scripted shows (and this is not one of those shows).

[@Incoherent-excitement]

I literally came to the comment section to praise the wholesome sound! One of the best things about them being back on the purple sofa.

[@boomxhakalaca3660]

Of course Ellen was a professor! They're always named after plants so it makes sense that she's Professor Rose!!

[@supershinigami1]

Isn't it trees only?

[@MateusDrake]

@@supershinigami1 Is Magnolia a flower or a tree? I think it's a flower, if so, there's at least one exception to trees.

[@supershinigami1]

@@MateusDrake It can be a tree too.

[@darkjackel8608]

There are also rose trees. So that's fine. 😁

[@recurvess9569]

@@MateusDrake It's a magnolia tree, that grows large white flowers that are referred to as magnolias as well. It's all about context/specifying which you're specifically talking about. (I'm Southern, and there's not many plants more Southern than a magnolia.)

[@OcelotSoul]

"Put your tea down john!" Made me laugh harder than it probably should

[@kamenanew9867]

Same, the delivery of the line was just so funny

[@denomolous]

I'm now convinced that Luke has a subscription to the Pokémon magazine.

[@jazzygeofferz]

Charged to the OxBoxtra company credit card.

[@denomolous]

Like Luke has said in the past, "We're doing normal things. I'm a normal adult man.."

[@shotgunshells2]

@@jazzygeofferz That's a solid investment!

[@ryanmercer3352]

I’m 38 and watching 2 adults playing with a pokemon magazine…. I regret nothing.

[@nickdejager8873]

I do. I regret not being there with them.

[@davidmorris6707]

Snap

[@mysticturtle997]

And now you're at 38 likes on your comment.

[@ryanmercer3352]

@@mysticturtle997 😂 many thanks

[@wannieg]

At first I was upset that Andy was not in there to judge those pikachus but I realize now the Pokémon Magazine probably hired him to pick the six best Pikachus anyway so it wouldn't be fair if he saw Ellen's beforehand.

[@algarcia689]

“This is the pokemon professor of the Oxtra region, legends say she can almost name six moves”

[@deanospimoniful]

Giving Kukui a run for his money. 🤣

[@dustydan4961]

"She also has a habit of turning your everyday pokemon in candy, which she'll feed to the same type of pokemon to make them stronger!"..............you know, I think Ellen just made pokemon go darker now. Lol

[@ethanlappin]

Pokémon magazine: your Pokémon knowledge is unmatched! Everyone: *flashbacks to the name all 151 video*

[@aardbei54]

P I N S I R

[@TheGhostclimber]

I really wish they did a recap for the 1-year anniversary of the video. I wonder which pokemon they'd forget this time LOL

[@GCWWliiaDCS]

Okay, so firstly. The amount of fun that they're all clearly having is absolutely a wonderful joy to behold. Secondly, hearing Jon laughing off-camera is absolutely incredible.

[@Lucifronz]

It's great, yeah. The energy of this video was worth learning about Ellen's desire for turning her Pokemon into candy.

[@sarawilliams3190]

The most adorable and wholesome half-hour on KZbin

[@Renanbso]

Is Immediate Media aware of these? They should totally sponsor it. PS: your hair looks amazing Ellen.

[@mms16]

Or send a c&d

[@jasonbougie8093]

@@mms16 They are probably freaking out over the increased sales numbers and can't figure out why. I want to imagine the one guy in their marketing or sales frantically running around trying to figure out why there is a sudden spike in sales and lying to his boss that he did something amazing lol

[@kamenanew9867]

It really does

[@Antares00]

I think that Luke actually made the best *mimicu* model ever with that rubber glove

[@CP.2.0.2.3]

Came to the comments to see if anyone else thought that!

[@writeonshell]

Agree entirely! I really hoped I wasn't the only one who thought that.

[@soft_butter4629]

Yes more Pokémon magazine quizzes, surprisingly one of my favorite series from this crew. Never cease to amaze

[@CrazeeAdam]

Ellen's hair looking extra bright purple this week. Awesome. Lol her affection for the tiny Pika LOL the laughing in the background when Luke is all in his "therapist" pose followed by the music just got me

[@ajm5007]

Why do I get the feeling that many years ago, Luke thought to himself, "I sure do love Pokemon Magazine, but how can I possibly justify the expense?" and that Outside Xtra's Show of the Weekend is that idea finally bearing fruit?

[@jospicy]

At this point I'm surprised they haven't gone and gotten themselves a yearly subscription!

[@Dollightful]

YES MORE POKEMON MAGAZINE

[@kcollier2192]

More adults doing adult things- this is starting to become a bit of a happy tradition.

[@RangerBeef]

Watching you two just be absolutely adorable goobers is just the highlight of every weekend for me.

[@Michael_Lindell]

"Are you good with money?" Buys a Pokémon magazine. "No."

[@deanospimoniful]

Luke made a solid investment. It keeps him from having to write content once a month. 😆

[@bradenjuengel9104]

This is why young people these days can't afford houses - they buy Pokemon magazines.

[@hotpocketH]

They're expensive and mostly made up of posters. It's a risky investment.. UNLESS there's the odd shiny involved.

[@gingergamer3270]

Ellen: "I'm not overly competitive." The jury says that was a lie

[@simplydavemn]

I realize it just para-social, but watching any of the Oxtra/Oxbox team members doing random stuff feels like hanging out with old friends. I love these guys and the nonsense.

[@midnightrose5784]

So much this!

[@Kit-and-Stoma-Bob]

This is the top class quality content we came for! I’m with Ellen, my Happy Place is in front of that castle wearing a set of ears (counting down until April when I get to celebrate Disneyland Paris’ 30th)

[@Blackdracko7]

I'm loving that reading Pokémon magazine has become a monthly thing 😂

[@Alexitty17]

You know the day has been bad when a caffeine ridden team gets exited about a pikachu squishy

[@davidfarmer1859]

This makes up for the pokemags I couldn’t afford as a kid!

[@owena7236]

I know it might not be something anybody wants to linger on, but props to both Ellen and Luke for just candidly saying they've been to therapy before. Even amidst a chaotic cavalcade of Pokemon delights, there exists a casual comment about how going to therapy is okay and should be seen as a normal thing to do

[@CodaBlair]

I've been to therapy before. It didn't work because I just kept arguing with the therapist.

[@MSte21]

I thought the same thing. It's a lovely note to just add in there.

[@Icam_here]

i love how this has turned into arts and crafts, that is such a great looking drawing by Professor Rose and Luke's PikaGlove rocks

[@jazzygeofferz]

I tihnk they should have used the thumb as a tail.

[@samuxan]

I thought drawing a Pikachu with “normal” tools like a pen was banned in OX

[@DerpfaceMagoo]

Andy demanded that they put in some practice before the next Christmas challenge.

[@Alexitty17]

Lukes eyes when he says I don't f&#@ing think so is just him yet again staring into my soul

[@GarmrKiDar]

6:45 obviously you can't tick that box unless you've spent all your life chasing daylight across the world in a van, never ever experiencing nighttime, and never stopping daydreaming

[@j0njn]

This is so darn wholesome and hilarious 🤣 I hope this continues to be a regular feature, and that you keep making them while slightly exhausted 😅

[@Amaranthyne]

17:46 to 17:50 should absolutely be a short! Then I can send it to people with no context.

[@abydosianchulac2]

All I need is the last second of the eyebrow cock as a gif.

[@LJay_1985]

Yeah Ellen's drawing was awesome, but Luke's marigold Pikachu puppet, just, MWAH (chef's kiss)

[@Greycatuk]

Luke missed his calling as a (admittedly chaotic and subversive) Blue Peter presenter 😂

[@MadnessInLivingColor]

Show of the Weekend is my “Saturday morning cartoons”. I mean that in the absolute best way possible.

[@amaeve1950]

I was drinking coffee while Like had the Pikachu glove on making bull horns. Luke: Pika PIK-A! *intense eye contact* Me: *snorts coffee*

[@mjvdg4194]

I mean, Professor Rose definitely fits the naming scheme!

[@SaintedKarma]

OMG!! I need a short of the moment at 17:46 I’m in stitches 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@sleep9925]

i am loving the fact that luke’s been swearing a bit often now. its genuinely so funny bc you dont expect it coming

[@abydosianchulac2]

Fatherhood

[@cameronmcclean6642]

Ellen's laughter is so infectious. Just makes a massive smile break out on your face every time.

[@SolaScientia]

Started my Saturday off right with a nice cup of tea and this most delightful Show of the Weekend episode. I love the chill vibes of these so much. Thanks for helping me feel a bit better about things. I love the purple hair, Ellen.

[@CaitlinRC]

Crafting Pikachu? And it isnt Christmas? Madness

[@39ocean]

Lol, the gleeful manic energy of this episode is fantastic XD Also, just love that the Nintendo magazine show of the weekend is becoming a regular thing, it’s so much fun. Also, love hearing Jon off screen laughter

[@shannonbennetts]

Professor Rose has a pretty good Pokémon ring to it 💃

[@Eric-bq8nd]

These folks are always so damned wholesome, I just can't help but laugh when they actually do swear.

[@quincebielka8843]

Ellen: It takes a lot to make me angry and I don't love to be in charge. Also Ellen: Overcooked.

[@brentage5000]

It starts with Luke singing, so it's already great. Best birthday ever.

[@ragnarok2501]

Ellen being able to hold only her pinky closed is the most impressive part of the video

[@pintpullinggeek]

Just out of Ellen's picture: Disney security guards coming to escort her and Pikachu off-site for not being part of the Disney Empire.

[@AriaoftheNight]

...yet

[@stormy7745]

So many highlight's this week- Ellen's delight at the squishy pikachu, the entire quiz segment, Luke's pikachu puppet, John trying to take the pokeball keychain and the expressions of shock/betrayal 😂 thanks for brightening up our Saturdays Oxtra crew!

[@yasminw312]

Genuinely lost it at lukes pikachu glove

[@erikholmysti]

You always make cheap gifts from a grocery store 7-11, made for wee little kids, endlessly entertaining!!!

[@TheMorpheus3000]

Luke shouting "pika pika" with that expression and the glove killed me XD

[@bondickle]

These Pokemon magazine episodes are literally my favourite things now. I'm waiting for the day Oxtra get a mention in the magazine and Luke just happens to stumble upon it 😅💕

[@philiphunn194]

Using Grogu as a unit of measurement? This is the way.

[@jamesmarston8461]

This is the Way

[@lizabee484]

I was smiling ridiculously wide from minute one. Lovely, lovely people being ridiculously funny and doing lovely nostalgic things. Thank you for brightening my day so much.

[@niallclarke]

Catching your 30 year old self lol'ing at two adults doing a Pokémon quiz on your own first thing on a Saturday morning is strangley fine.

[@mattd3224]

Ellen was very generous with the height in that drawing. Great vid as always.

[@MSte21]

I love Ellen's delighted laughter whenever Luke swears on SotW.

[@rasmusn.e.m1064]

Gotta say; the best thing about these is the juxtaposition of the opposites: 'Normal adult people' reading and doing activities from a children's magazine, the inevitable off-colour jokes and questions about the ethics of Pokémon, a game inspired by escapism and a longing for a simpler time of innocent childhood bug-catching and watching kaiju animé turned into a mega-enterprise which itself has a gargantuan struggle between humble roots and corporate greed. It's like a valve on the built-up of the irony of the whole thing. Or maybe, it's just really fun? xD

[@teddynjai7373]

Thanks!

[@kellamknight8994]

You guys are absolutely wonderful, I enjoy so much of your content :)

[@hotpocketH]

*Sees the magazine in Lidl* 'Hmm, wonder if Luke will ever do another episode based on this magazi- yep.'

[@chrono1742]

These are so much better than they should be. You all rock!

[@mactavish3836]

That intro was great; I liked the video straight after it.

[@jocosesonata]

4:34 - "Hmm, noted: Patient experiences auditory hallucinations of talking cats. Shock therapy recommended." Another banger of an episode! Always great to see you two on the couch again.

[@laterkater4213]

I love Outside Xtra Pokemon Magazine Time!

[@atomic3691]

Professor Rose. It almost matches the normal naming conventions of Pokémon professors.

[@damianclark9891]

I believe luke actually has a subscription to this publication and is fibbing when he said he "saw it in Tesco"

[@Sleepfrog]

My favorite pokeball is the Heal Ball i think, I used to imagine the pocket dimension inside it was just like a pleasant smelling spa with bubbles of healing potion floating around lol This is definitely my favorite series now, thank you so much for the good vibes to get me through to next weekend!

[@acattygamer3065]

Now I am emotionally invested in the Show of the Weekend B-plot of 2 adults trying to win a children’s drawing competition. There’s truly nothing else like Oxtra in this world.

[@EvelynWn]

Producer John playing with the PokeBall and Pikachu behind the camera is the best thing ever.

[@lowlowcheeses]

With the slight orange tinge and the extra fingers that glove would've made a great Vulpix. But Luke's Pikachu was very good

[@GriffinWolf]

17:46 Normal. Adult. Things. And I'm absolutely blown away by Ellen's drawing ability. No wonder Luke insists on the annual challenge being within a game!

[@goonerOZZ]

Yay the monthly Pokémon magazine review!

[@renxiemsgaming96]

Why not play with children magazines? The point of being adult, is that you can do what you want. And this squishy Pikachu is top tier merch. Thanks you two for having the guts to be yourselfs and having fun

[@christinewebb8893]

Ellen, your drawing is fantastic. And Luke, making a Pika Puppet from a washing up glove is ingenious! Thank you for brightening my day. ^o^

[@Bee_Tea_Sea]

I doubt I'll ever tire of her laugh.

[@jmace2424]

Thought for a second Ellen was drawing Pikachu and herself at the Red Keep! 😄

[@johannvongenerico9487]

The "end of long day" vibes were strong here, and I'm all about it xD

[@TheGhostclimber]

OXTRA: "Your pokemon knowledge is unmatched" Also OXTRA: 2 hours to remember Pinsir exists

[@tomgymer7719]

Yay! A Show of the Weekend for my birthday! I love when you go through the Pokemon Magazine.

[@coleydiizzle]

Please enter the competition, you must! Ellen's drawing was totally epic.

[@skypaul24]

@4:44 Ellen: I'm not overly competitive. Me: * scary flashbacks of Overcooked *

[@Chris_Sizemore]

When Luke said Ellen needs to draw an epic picture of pikachu and herself I couldn't help but think of that one picture of G.I. Joe figures posed with a squirrel.

[@CrayZeeCakes]

The low key pokemon music in the background while Ellen was drawing got me haha 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@Fools3rrand]

L: "It takes a lot to make me angry" E: "Yeah... Yeah." L: *quick dubious look at the camera*

[@Badbirdie]

Ellens laugh is the most infectious thing on the planet and I love it.

[@theycallmejodamo]

2:38 Pikachu: the Cloyster we never knew we needed 🐭⚡️

[@Alexitty17]

Just hearing the very tired xtra team laughing is now what I live for

[@alexbailes91]

Well this was pure joy from start to finish.

[@bradypermenter8761]

Ellen: I’m not super competitive Me: *Flashes back to every Christmas challenge*

[@osteogent6445]

I felt a visceral, primal fear when Luke held the Pikachu puppet out to us and loudly “PIKA-PIKA”’d at us 😂

[@I_Cast_Fireball]

17:49 - This pose needs to be the next Pokemaniac battle entrance pose

[@MrGibsonian]

It's ridiculous how much I love these Pokemon episodes. That drawing has to be sent in!

[@JolactusJ5x5]

First time I've ever seen Luke swear... There's a beautiful poetry to the fact that it's over a Pikachu squishy.

[@ilikechococookies342]

Honestly the unhinged giddy chaos that every Pokémon magazine Oxtra episode brings me joy like nothing else 💜

[@NisansaDdS]

7:04 Ellen read my mind. LoL.

[@ArcaneOwlchemist]

On the right hand, Pikachu, on the left, Mimikyu.