Pokemon Community Leaders Episodes
"The Greatest Pokemon Story Never Told" ft. David Hernandez | TRAINER'S EYE #186
For years, I’ve helped other Trainers tell their stories. This time, I’m telling mine. I step out from behind the mic to share my Pokémon story. Not as a highlight reel, but as a timeline of survival, wonder, and healing. Fro...
"Popplio Never Needed UGG Boots" ft. Jess | TRAINER'S EYE #185
Some comforts don’t just distract you, they keep you breathing when life gets heavy. Jess, an admin for a Pokemon Facebook group, shares how Pokémon story moments became a lifeline through hospital stays, family pressure, and the quiet loneliness of feeling “different.” From a taped-up Game Boy Color in a medical room to the chaos and joy of her first midnight release for Sun & Moon, Jess unpacks why Popplio, and its misunderstood femininity, mattered so much and what it means to fin…
"Zigzagoon Found Groudon At The Beach" ft. Mr. Zigzagoon | TRAINER'S EYE #171
He just wanted to list it as his job on Facebook. Instead, it became a community. For longtime fan Mr. Zigzagoon , a tiny raccoon Pokemon became the symbol of something much deeper like friendship, passion, and perseverance. ...
"Pokemon GO in Canada" ft. Pokemon GO Community London Ontario | TRAINER'S EYE #170
He lost his best friend but every time he taps a PokéStop, it’s like they’re walking together again. We meet Shiny King, the Pokémon GO Community Ambassador in London, Ontario, Canada, whose journey from nostalgic fan to loca...
"Crunch Time For Sharpedo" ft. Unova Region Champion Black | TRAINER'S EYE #169
What if everything you loved about Pokémon was taken away, not once, but again and again? And yet...you kept coming back. The creator behind the Unova Region Champion Black Facebook page shares a powerful journey of resilienc...
"From Shadow Sneak to Pokemon Spotlight" ft. Adellion | TRAINER'S EYE #161
What if your childhood passion became your adult legacy? For Adellion , Pokémon didn’t fade, it leveled up with him. In this powerful episode, we hear how one of Pokémon GO’s most respected community leaders went from organiz...
"Sewaddle Through The Bug Buzz" ft. PokeJungle | TRAINER'S EYE #157
What does it take to run one of the longest-standing Pokémon fan sites online? PokeJungle is a fan-driven Pokémon news site that began in 2003 and rose to popularity during the Generation 5 era. Starting with Neopets guilds to breaking major Pokémon game updates, PokeJungle shares how his blog evolved alongside the Pokémon community. PokeJungle dives into the emotional impact of Pokémon Crystal, what made Pokemon Diamond & Pearl fall flat, and why Pokemon Black & White stands…
"Pokemon GO in Ukraine" ft. Pokemon Go LVIV | TRAINER'S EYE #153
When the full-scale invasion of Ukraine began, Pokémon GO could have easily been forgotten. Instead, it became something more. It became a lifeline of hope and community for Pokemon Trainers living in Ukraine. In this episode...
"Once In A Blue Lunatone" ft. Boloscar | TRAINER'S EYE #146
Meet Boloscar , a shiny hunter, Twitch streamer, and Pokémon GO Community Ambassador with a deep love for costume Pokémon and building community. In this episode, Boloscar chats about growing up with Pokémon, how he got his m...
"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...
"Quagsire's Time Capsule" ft. Blue Moon Falls | TRAINER'S EYE #138
The webmaster of Blue Moon Falls reflects on her deep love for the Generation 1 and 2 Pokémon games and how they sparked her connection to the franchise. She shares the journey from playing Pokémon LeafGreen and FireRed to ex...
"Elevating By Altaria's Wings" ft. RocketClare | TRAINER'S EYE #117
From helping her children get outside to becoming a competitor in Pokémon Worlds 2024, RocketClare's Pokémon GO journey is one of personal growth and community. Learn how Pokémon GO PvP became her outlet for connection and mental health, along with her involvement in GirlsThatPvP and the push for more women’s representation in competitive Pokémon GO. Her story is a must-listen for any Pokémon GO enthusiast! 🎧 Learn how Trainers sharpen their skills and chase mastery. Explore the Compet.…
"Poliwag Tales" ft. Slix from Poliwager.net | TRAINER'S EYE #108
Slix, the webmaster behind Poliwager.net , shares his deep-rooted connection to Pokémon Blue and how it led him to create a community-driven hub for Pokémon fans. From his love for the games to founding a dedicated online spa...
"Pokemon GO in Illinois" ft. DTC Pokemon GO | TRAINER'S EYE #107
As a Community Ambassador for Pokémon GO in Chicago, KnifeLaughLove has seen firsthand how Pokémon brings people together. From his roots in Pokémon Red and the Pokémon TCG, to shaping the Pokémon GO community in Chicago, he ...
"Pokemon GO in Missouri" ft. Kansas City North Pokemon GO | TRAINER'S EYE #106
Kateramarie and BeeCeeKay, Community Ambassadors for Pokémon GO in Kansas City, share how their love for Pokémon has evolved through Pokémon GO and the powerful influence of the Pokémon GO community. They discuss their experi...
"Pokemon GO in Louisiana" ft. Shiny Hunters | TRAINER'S EYE #105
AlphaPupRemy, a Community Ambassador for Pokémon GO from Monroe, Louisiana, shares his lifelong journey with Pokémon, from his first steps in Pokémon Blue to his passion for Ice-type Pokémon and Unova. In this episode, he dis...
"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...
"Pokemon GO in Oregon" ft. Pokemon GO Central Oregon | TRAINER'S EYE #93
From Pokémon TCG to Pokémon GO, Christina and Mario share how their love for Pokémon shaped their roles as Community Ambassadors for Pokémon GO Central Oregon. They discuss the power of Pokémon GO to unite communities and how...
"Pokemon GO in Australia" ft. Pokemon GO Brisbane | TRAINER'S EYE #92
From watching Ash become a Pokémon Master to organizing thriving Pokémon GO events, Zanzaid shares how his journey with Pokémon has evolved. As a Community Ambassador for Pokémon GO Brisbane, he discusses the rewards of build...
"Pokemon GO in New Jersey" ft. Red Bank Crew Pokemon GO Group | TRAINER'S EYE #91
Join DarkLugiaMaster and FusionJoe, Community Ambassadors for the Red Bank Crew Pokémon GO group, as they dive into their Pokémon journeys. From Pokémon Colosseum and XD: Gale of Darkness to Pokémon Diamond & Pearl, they shar...
"Pokemon GO in London" ft. Pokemon GO Central London Group | TRAINER'S EYE #90
Stars, a Pokémon GO Central London Community Ambassador, walks us through his early days with Pokémon in Hoenn and his love for Pokémon Colosseum and XD: Gale of Darkness. He shares his experiences with raiding and how it bro...
"A Toast To Raids & PvP" ft. HMLondon | TRAINER'S EYE #80
From hosting Legendary Raids for his Pokémon GO community to becoming a serious Master League competitor in Pokemon GO Battle League, HMLondon shares his journey through it all. He dives into his passion for PvP battles and h...
"Memories Sent In Rowlet Feathers" ft. Johto Times | TRAINER'S EYE #78
From the early days of Pokemania to founding the Johto Times newsletter, Johto Times shares his personal journey with Pokémon, with a special focus on the beloved Johto region games. He reflects on the joy of playing Pokémon ...
"The Raid Bus Returns" ft. FrostisEpic | TRAINER'S EYE #60
In this heartfelt Pokémon interview, FrostisEpic discusses how his bond with his mother through Pokémon GO led to the rebirth of The Raid Bus in Austin. From attending GO Fest in Seattle and New York City to capturing rare Sh...