Pokemon & Disability Stories Episodes
"Hitmonchan Strikes Back With Counter" ft. Harry The Handicapped Hitmonchan | TRAINER'S EYE #174
For Harry the Handicapped Hitmonchan , catching Pokémon meant something most of us take for granted: movement, choice, and belonging. Born with cerebral palsy and bound to a wheelchair since childhood, Harry the Handicapped H...
"Jirachi's Wish is You" ft. Ginger Jirachi | TRAINER'S EYE #172
When you lose everything, what brings you back? For Ginger Jirachi , it was Pokémon and a little wish upon a star. After a painful divorce and losing nearly everything he collected, Ginger Jirachi rebuilt his life one Pokésto...
"From Shell Tap to Aqua Jet Oshawott" ft. OshaGod | TRAINER'S EYE #167
What if the Pokémon that never got picked...ended up choosing you? For Oshagod, the bond with Oshawott wasn’t just about a favorite, it became a reflection of his perseverance, personality, and purpose. We dive into his journey from a quiet childhood admiration to becoming a Twitch streamer who shares stories, shines light on autism, and reclaims confidence after losing his job during the pandemic. Through shiny hunting, in-game empathy, and lifelong connection to the anime, Oshagod reveals …
"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...
"Where Lugia's Aeroblast Finally Landed" ft. KojinAtojin | TRAINER'S EYE #160
From Pokémon Red to rediscovering the franchise through Pokémon Platinum, KojinAtojin’s journey is one of nostalgia, neurodiversity, and creative expression. After growing up with Pokémon during the height of its Gen 1 craze,...
"Good Morning Hisuian Arcanine" ft. MamaTurbo | TRAINER'S EYE #150
MamaTurbo shares the moving story of her son TheTrueTurbo , a passionate Pokémon fan, Shiny Hunter, and Twitch streamer who lived with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). From childhood memories to his transition into streaming du...
"Blindfolded Munchlax Masters Metronome" ft. Bootlegflanderz | TRAINER'S EYE #148
Bootlegflanders , a visually impaired Pokémon Trainer, shares how he’s navigated the Pokémon world with creativity, resilience, and heart. From his first battles in Pokemon LeafGreen and Pokémon Stadium to adapting to the cha...
"Sableye's Fury Swipes For Answers" ft. Jim Tickles | TRAINER'S EYE #142
Join Jim Tickles, a Pokémon Trainer and aspiring biologist, as he takes us through his unique journey in Pokémon Gold and Silver, where he faced off against Gym Leaders and rival trainers with under-leveled Pokémon. In this P...
"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...
"Obstagoon's Alley Mates" ft. ThePokeNetwork | TRAINER'S EYE #125
Join ThePokeNetwork as he explores his love for Dark-type Pokémon and how they symbolize his experiences with autism and feeling misunderstood. A leader of The Back Alley and a Pokémon Twitch streamer, he reflects on his ment...
"Shiny Hunting The Staryu Spotlight" ft. GeneralWiggins | TRAINER'S EYE #118
From completing his sister’s Pokémon Red to catching Shiny Tropius in Hoenn, GeneralWiggins has built an incredible Shiny hunting journey. Discover how Shiny Pokémon became a crucial focus for him, helping him cope with ADHD ...
"Tied Up With Sylveon's Bow" ft. Trainer Mystic | TRAINER'S EYE #100
From binge-watching Pokémon XY and XYZ to becoming a passionate Pokémon GO player, Trainer Mystic opens up about his Pokémon experiences and his unforgettable first GO Fest. Tune in to hear how Pokémon content creators motiva...
"Not All Cubone Are Alone" ft. CasaDeCubone | TRAINER'S EYE #70
CasaDeCubone, a dedicated Pokémon GO Trainer from New Hampshire, shares how the game and Pokémon GO podcasts played a pivotal role in his recovery from alcohol. He reflects on his journey, from using alcohol to finding solace...
"Catching Friends With Pokemon GO" ft. Rowan8436 | TRAINER'S EYE #69
Tune in as Rowan8436 , a passionate Pokémon Trainer from Jacksonville, opens up about how Pokémon GO transformed her mental health and helped her form meaningful connections. From the grind of catching Pokémon to creating las...
"Pokemon Encounters From A Wheelchair" ft. BirdmanDodd from This Week in Geek | TRAINER'S EYE #68
Join BirdmanDodd , co-host of This Week in Geek, as he shares his unique experience of playing Pokémon GO from a wheelchair in this deeply personal Pokémon interview. From the challenges of battling in Pokémon GO to the conne...
"Overcoming Substance Abuse with Pokemon" ft. The Card Library | TRAINER'S EYE #62
Through Pokémon GO, The Card Library found his path to sobriety, turning to the world of Pokémon for structure and healing. In this emotional Pokémon interview, he reflects on his past struggles with substance abuse and how t...
"Turtwig Capturing Pokemon" ft. KittyPokemonsALot | TRAINER'S EYE #48
KittyPokemonsALot , a talented Pokémon GO trainer from the United Kingdom, combines her love for augmented reality (AR) photography and her writing expertise to shape the Pokémon GO experience. In this interview, she shares h...
"Creating Accessibility in Pokemon GO" ft. Rt110Triathlete, DirtDiverG, & Sveltl0 | TRAINER'S EYE #40
In this powerful interview, RT110Triathlete, DirtDiverG, and Sveltl0 share their inspiring story of creating a home Pokéstop for a quadriplegic child, allowing them to spin from the comfort of their home. They reflect on how ...