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Pokemon Trainers Living With Disabilities Episodes

Discover how Pokémon has provided empowerment, inclusion, and community to those living with disabilities. From childhood memories of first discovering Pokémon to how the franchise continues to inspire strength and resilience, these stories showcase how Pokémon offers a sense of joy and escape. These individuals share how the Pokémon universe has become a place for connection, overcoming challenges, and embracing unique journeys.

Listen now to hear how Pokémon brings people together, regardless of ability, and serves as a source of strength and inspiration!
April 18, 2025

TRAINER'S EYE #150 - "Good Morning Hisuian Arcanine" ft. MamaTurbo

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...

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April 11, 2025

TRAINER'S EYE #148 - "Blindfolded Munchlax Masters Metronome" ft. Bootlegflanderz

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...

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March 21, 2025

TRAINER'S EYE #142 - "Sableye's Fury Swipes For Answers" ft. Jim Tickles

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...

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March 8, 2025

TRAINER'S EYE #138 - "Quagsire's Time Capsule" ft. Blue Moon Falls

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...

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Jan. 15, 2025

TRAINER'S EYE #125 - "Obstagoon's Alley Mates" ft. ThePokeNetwork

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...

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Dec. 4, 2024

TRAINER'S EYE #118 - "Shiny Hunting The Staryu Spotlight" ft. GeneralWiggins

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 ...

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July 31, 2024

TRAINER'S EYE #100 - "Tied Up With Sylveon's Bow" ft. Trainer Mystic

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...

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Dec. 27, 2023

TRAINER'S EYE #70 - "Not All Cubone Are Alone" ft. CasaDeCubone

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...

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Dec. 20, 2023

TRAINER'S EYE #69 - "Catching Friends With Pokemon GO" ft. Rowan8436

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...

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Dec. 13, 2023

TRAINER'S EYE #68 - "Pokemon Encounters From A Wheelchair" ft. BirdmanDodd from This Week in Geek

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...

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Nov. 1, 2023

TRAINER'S EYE #62 - "Overcoming Substance Abuse with Pokemon" ft. The Card Library

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...

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July 26, 2023

TRAINER'S EYE #48 - "Turtwig Capturing Pokemon" ft. KittyPokemonsALot

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...

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May 31, 2023

TRAINER'S EYE #40 - "Creating Accessibility in Pokemon GO" ft. Rt110Triathlete, DirtDiverG, & Sveltl0

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 ...

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