Who invented Pokémon?

Forever Ago by Lemonada Media

Aug 5, 202632:27Kids & family

Pokémon is a mega-smash hit around the world. There are TV shows, movies, card games, toys, and of course, video games. It all started with a boy who loved collecting bugs and playing video games. Join Joy and co-host Ro...

Related Episodes

Continue listening to more episodes from Forever Ago.

What's the history of the Wizard of Oz?

Sep 16, 2026 - 30:33

The Wizard of Oz is one of the most influential stories around. What started as a children’s book went on...

The rise and fall of fancy men

Sep 9, 2026 - 30:06

We can learn a lot about what a culture thinks is important through its fashion. These days, most men don...

How pizza took over the world

Sep 2, 2026 - 29:04

Pizza is a food loved around the world. It started as a local dish served by street vendors in Naples, It...

How did air travel first take off?

Aug 26, 2026 - 30:06

Hundreds of thousands of flights take off each and every day. Airplanes make it possible for us to connec...

Toy Time! What’s the history behind yo-yos, hula hoops and slime?

Aug 19, 2026 - 30:35

For as long as there have been humans, there have been toys! But do you know the history behind some of y...

Sneak peek: Hoax Hunters explain the Pokemon Shock

Aug 14, 2026 - 6:59

This is a sneak peek of a bonus episode available to Smarty Pass subscribers. It’s a follow up to the For...

Day in the Life: Ancient Rome

Aug 12, 2026 - 35:37

The Ancient Roman empire thrived over 2,000 years ago. You may have heard about gladiators, the Coliseum...

Forever Ago Season 9 starts August 5th!

Jul 31, 2026 - 2:43

Get ready to start historymaxxing because Forever Ago's latest season is back Wednesday, August 5th! We'v...