Artists & Writers Episodes
"The Growl Beneath Incineroar's Flame" ft. Scintilla | TRAINER'S EYE #176
Some Pokémon don’t just represent us, they help us become who we are. For Scintilla , that Pokémon was Incineroar, a powerful, misunderstood feline that gave him the confidence to build a new identity, both online and off. We...
"With Cleffa, We Wear Pink" ft. Cleffa Doing Stuff | TRAINER'S EYE #168
She thought her Pokémon days were over…until a Cleffa figurine and a Facebook page brought it all back, and this time, she wasn’t alone. The creator of Cleffa Doing Stuff shares how a lost childhood collection, a supportive p...
"Deoxys Sprites Fueled By Cosmic Power" ft. SageDeoxys | TRAINER'S EYE #166
What if your first Pokémon game wasn’t from the '90s…but your art still lived there? For SageDeoxys, a sprite animator inspired by Johto-era pixel art, limitations weren’t barriers, they were invitations. In this episode, we explore how one fan turned a childhood love of the anime and Pokémon cards into a creative journey that bridges generations. From discovering the Gen II aesthetic through ROM hacks to crafting a sprite-based dream Pokédex, SageDeoxys shares how nostalgia, friendship…
"String Shot Requiem" ft. PokeCello | TRAINER'S EYE #165
What do Pokémon, cancer recovery, and heavy metal have in common? For PokeCello , the answer is everything. In this heartfelt episode, musician and cancer survivor PokeCello shares how Pokémon Legends: Arceus became a lifelin...
"Vulpix Fire Spin Captures Nostaliga in Pixel Art" ft. Retro Pokesprites | TRAINER'S EYE #145
Retro Pokesprites takes us on a journey through his deep-rooted Pokemon passion, starting with the iconic Pokemon Gold and Silver games. He reveals how his career as a veterinary technician and wildlife biologist fuels his cr...
"Butterfree Soars Beneath Blaze Charizard" ft. The Cave of Dragonflies | TRAINER'S EYE #144
Dragonfree, the webmaster behind the iconic The Cave of Dragonflies , joins us for a fascinating Pokémon interview about her unexpected journey from Pokémon Yellow to pioneering one of the longest-running Pokémon fan sites on...
"Villainous Stories Forged in Gengar's Curse" ft. StandardizedBogey | TRAINER'S EYE #140
Reflecting on her first experience with Pokémon Blue, StandardizedBogey reveals how the Pokémon franchise sparked her love for fanfiction writing. With a focus on memorable Pokémon villains like Saturn from Team Galactic and ...
"Finding Love By Drawing Pokemon Cards" ft. PenPeaches & NobleJanobii | TRAINER'S EYE #134
PenPeaches and NobleJanobii , a talented Pokémon Trainer couple, take us through their shared love for Pokémon TCG and how it led them to create stunning Pokémon fan art and webcomics. From their early days in the Pokémon com...
"Shiny Upgrades with Porygon 2" ft. Out of Context Pokemon | TRAINER'S EYE #129
From watching the Pokémon anime as a child to creating viral content for the Out of Context Pokémon Twitter account, this episode follows a fan’s journey through the world of Pokémon. Out of Context Pokémon shares how his ear...
"Written By Shaymin" ft. Blackjack Gabbiani | TRAINER'S EYE #127
Explore the darker side of Pokémon with BlackJack Gabbiani as they discuss their passion for Pokémon Villainous Teams, particularly Team Galactic and its complex leader, Cyrus. Their journey into Pokémon Red, Blue, and Yellow...
"Zoroark Disguised As Dragon-Type Pokemon" ft. Grunesdragon | TRAINER'S EYE #124
In this heartfelt interview, GrunesDragon reflects on their journey from a childhood restricted by media access to discovering the world of Pokémon Y and becoming a Pokémon Trainer. Their love for Dragon-type Pokémon and the ...
"Pokemon Pixel Journey" ft. Pixeladdy | TRAINER'S EYE #123
From collecting Pokémon Trading Cards with his brother to turning his passion for the Pokémon anime into a successful career as a pixel artist, Pixeladdy shares the evolution of his fandom. He recounts his return to the Pokém...
"Ask Noivern" ft. Kuixotic | TRAINER'S EYE #121
Kuixotic , a dedicated Pokémon Trainer, Tumblr blogger, and aspiring Pokémon artist, shares his journey from exploring the Sinnoh region in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl to falling in love with Dragon-type Pokémon. He discusses h...
"Alolan Raichu Glides The Needle" ft. I Do The Felting | TRAINER'S EYE #119
I Do The Felting shares her unexpected journey with Pokémon, starting with Pokémon Red and her love for Pokémon Snap and Pokémon Mystery Dungeon. She explores her Pokémon GO experience, from Shiny hunting to participating in ...
"A Volt Tackle Into Sinnoh" ft. TheStaticPikachu | TRAINER'S EYE #114
TheStaticPikachu shares his journey from using Pikachu in Super Smash Bros. to diving deep into the Pokémon universe, exploring the anime, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond, and Shining Pearl. His love for VGC shines through as he ta...
"Travel is the Spice For Litten" ft. JCPics3 | TRAINER'S EYE #110
From early days in Kanto and Johto to rediscovering Pokémon GO via Detective Pikachu, JCPics3 shares his evolution as a Pokémon Trainer and AR photographer. As a F2P Pokemon GO player, he brings a unique perspective to the ga...
"Pokemon Raps Chiseled Outta Hoenn" ft. Mat4yo | TRAINER'S EYE #109
Mat4yo , a talented Pokémon Trainer and nerdcore artist, reveals how his journey from critiquing Epic Rap Battles of History led him to writing raps about Pokémon. Starting with Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald, he shares how thes...
"Pidgeot's Keen Eye" ft. HurricaneKaz | TRAINER'S EYE #103
HurricaneKaz takes us through her evolution from a Pokémon GO raider to a competitive PvP player, driven by her passion for bird Pokémon like Pidgeot and Articuno. Her involvement with GO Stadium, GirlsThatPvP, and Gym Breake...
"Showcasing Pokemon Fandom" ft. Pokemon Crossroads | TRAINER'S EYE #97
Pokemon Crossroads takes us through his incredible journey in the Pokémon community, from his childhood fascination with Porygon to becoming a driving force in organizing TCG, VGC, and GO tournaments. As a TCG judge and event...
"Reading About Pokemon Battles ft. Reverend GO | TRAINER'S EYE #94
Reverend GO reveals the journey behind creating his GO Battle League Guide for Pokémon GO PvP battles, offering insights into his love for Pokémon, from trading cards with his daughter to organizing local leagues. He dives in...
"Drawing With Ho-oh Quills" ft. pogoDomz | TRAINER'S EYE #89
Join pogoDomz , a talented Pokémon GO Trainer and branding expert from Florida, as he walks us through his evolution from Pokémon Yellow to his role in the Pokémon GO PvP scene. He shares how his art and branding skills colli...
"Fairy Pokemon & Fairy Tales" ft. Lokemon | TRAINER'S EYE #85
From childhood escapism to creating fake Pokémon, Lokemon's journey with Pokémon has led him to use his digital art skills to craft imaginary creatures and regions. In this episode, he shares his process of designing unique Pokémon and how he creates spaces for the Pokémon community to explore. Plus, hear us collaborate on a world-building exercise, creating our own Pokémon gyms and Elite Four members together. 🎧 Hear from creative minds bringing Pokémon to life in art and story. Start …
"Toxtricity Citrus Supremacy" ft. LIME KING | TRAINER'S EYE #83
LIME KING , the winner of the Pokémon Cypher 2023, shares his journey from Pokémon Diamond and Pearl to becoming a passionate dancer and rapper. He dives into his love for the Pokémon games, reflecting on the originals and re...
"Gastly Canvases Using Gengar Palette" ft. Poshwaifu | TRAINER'S EYE #82
Meet Poshwaifu , a Pokémon Trainer from California, whose love for the Gengar family and competitive edge in Pokémon GO PvP has shaped her unique journey. From Pokemon RBY to dominating the Go Battle League, Poshwaifu discuss...