Season 1

Aug. 16, 2023

"Lessons Learned From Pokemon Battles ft. Reezzzyyyy | TRAINER'S EYE #51

Reezzzyyyy from Charlotte, North Carolina takes us through his journey in Pokémon GO, where Pokémon Battles play a key role in keeping him engaged and competitive. He introduces The Underground , a Discord server dedicated to...

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Aug. 9, 2023

"Victini's Ink-credible Journey to GO Fest NYC" ft. SquidDaBeast | TRAINER'S EYE #50

The streets of New York City have become a playground for SquidDaBeast , where Pokémon GO has helped him build lasting connections. From exploring iconic landmarks to hunting down Pokémon, he shares his thrilling adventures a...

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Aug. 2, 2023

"Pikachu Growing Grassroot Communities" ft. Forte from POGO Community Checkpoint | TRAINER'S EYE #49

Building a successful Pokémon GO community is about more than just catching Pokémon, it’s about fostering connections. Forte , founder of POGO Community Checkpoint, shares his journey of growing local communities through coll...

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July 26, 2023

"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...

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July 19, 2023

"Breaking The Articuno Ice" ft. Katy46 | TRAINER'S EYE #47

Katy46 , a passionate Pokémon GO trainer from Alaska, reveals how her journey through PvP battles began with the Silph Arena and led her to the Play Pokémon circuit. She discusses the impact of her hard work in building an in...

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July 12, 2023

"Lucario's Quest To Be Yourself" ft. TrainerRem | TRAINER'S EYE #46

TrainerRem's Pokémon GO journey has evolved from hunting rare Pokémon to engaging in intense PvP battles and sharing his passion as a Twitch streamer. He reflects on the pivotal events like Go Fest Chicago and NAIC that deepened his connection to the community. In this episode, TrainerRem discusses the ups and downs of streaming Pokémon GO PvP, and how the game reignited his love for the franchise after attempting to step away. 🎧 Tune into stories that honor Black identity through Pokém…

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July 5, 2023

"Taco 'Bout Pokemon" ft. Abbielizx3 | TRAINER'S EYE #45

From Shiny Hunting to exploring the world of Pokémon GO, Abbielizx3 shares her journey of connecting with the game and its community since day one. Reflecting on how Pokémon GO evolved from a Google Maps April Fools' joke int...

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June 28, 2023

"Flygon Igniting Campfire" ft. SerAmanda | TRAINER'S EYE #44

SerAmanda has made a significant impact on the Pokémon GO community, from leading the charge to provide Niantic Campfire access to her entire group to exploring the world of Team Rocket Battles and Field Research. In this int...

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June 21, 2023

"Lopunny Casting Paths For Sisterhood" ft. DPhiE250 from GOCast PVP Corner | TRAINER'S EYE #43

A deep dive into DPhiE250's journey reveals her passion for Pokémon GO, PVP battles, and her significant role as a caster for Play Pokémon. From co-hosting the PVP Corner on GoCast Podcast to her early days training at JigglyDad's Shoutcast School, her story is a testament to women's empowerment and representation in the Pokémon GO community. As an advocate for inclusivity, she shares how her path in PVP content creation has helped inspire others to find their voice in the Pok…

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June 14, 2023

"Mapping Your Oddish Adventures" ft. WoodWoseWulf | TRAINER'S EYE #42

From biomes to nests, WoodWoseWulf’s research as a Silph Road Scientist offers an inside look at the mysteries of Pokémon GO’s habitat system. His work with Niantic Wayfarer and Open Street Map has been instrumental in enhanc...

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June 7, 2023

"Weaving Webs With Pokemon" ft. ScythersKiss | TRAINER'S EYE #41

ScythersKiss reflects on how Pokémon GO played a transformative role in his move from Utah to Austin, forging lasting friendships and even sparking a love story. From his early days with Bug Pokémon and collecting cards with ...

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May 31, 2023

"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 ...

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May 24, 2023

"The Flygon King of Iowa City" ft. TacoDog8 from Enter The Dragonair's Den | TRAINER'S EYE #39

As a fan of Pokemon GO PVP and Silph Arena Factions, TacoDog8 shares how his involvement in Pokémon GO led to co-hosting Enter The Dragonair's Den with JetForceGemini. In this episode, he opens up about his experiences with S...

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May 17, 2023

"Expedition to Johto" ft. JetForceGemini from Enter The Dragonair's Den | TRAINER'S EYE #38

From Pokemon GO PVP battles to co-hosting Enter the Dragonair’s Den , JetForceGemini takes us on his journey in Pokémon GO. Learn about his deep involvement in Silph Arena Factions and his partnership with TacoDog8 to create ...

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May 10, 2023

"Melodies & Pokemon" ft. HisuianRyan | TRAINER'S EYE #37

Explore the world of Pokémon GO PVP with HisuianRyan, a player from Pallet Town PVP who combines his love for competition with his role as a music teacher. In this episode, he shares how Pokémon enhances his teaching and the ...

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May 3, 2023

"Raid Duo Kyogre With No Weather Boost" ft. LegacyZelaya | TRAINER'S EYE #36

LegacyZelaya takes us through his journey with Pokémon GO Raids, from the first trio and duo challenges to solo attempts, revealing his best tips for conquering tough Raids with fewer players. He shares unforgettable moments ...

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April 26, 2023

"The Ditto, The Myth, The Legend" ft. PVPSteve | TRAINER'S EYE #35

Explore the world of competitive Pokémon GO with PVPSteve as he reflects on his experience with Silph Arena and its impact on the game’s PvP community. Hear about his travels, including a memorable experience at Safari Zone S...

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April 19, 2023

"Creator Series" ft. Ken Pescatore from Pokemon Professor Network | TRAINER'S EYE #34

Ken Pescatore , founder of the Pokémon Professor Network , dives into his journey from passionate Pokémon GO Trainer to influential content creator. He shares the origins of Lured Up and Gotta Watch 'Em All, exploring how his...

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April 12, 2023

"Delibird Delivering Energy Cards" ft. Adam Tuttle from Pokemon Professor Network | TRAINER'S EYE #33

Join Adam Tuttle , a key figure in the Pokémon GO and Pokémon TCG communities, as he shares his journey from a player to co-hosting Special Conditions and Lured Up podcasts. Discover how his friendship with Ken Pescatore led ...

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April 5, 2023

"Eevee Color Prism" ft. EeveeSophie | TRAINER'S EYE #32

EeveeSophie, a passionate Pokémon GO player, delves into her love for PVP battles and her role in GirlsThatPVP, a supportive community for female Pokemon GO Trainers. She shares her experiences at Play Pokémon Tournaments in ...

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March 29, 2023

"Pallet Town Royal Flush" ft. FishOnAHeater from GOCast PVP Corner | TRAINER'S EYE #31

As the founder of Pallet Town PVP and co-host of PVP Corner on the GOCast Podcast, FishonaHeater shares his passion for PVP and community building in Pokémon GO. In this episode, he explains how to get started with PVP, why i...

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March 22, 2023

"A Link Between Pokemon & Wayfarer" ft. QuartzLeo | TRAINER'S EYE #30

QuartzLeo , a Pokémon GO player from Panama, reveals the unique challenges and rewards of playing in his region. From Shiny hunting to using Niantic Wayfarer to add PokéStops and Gyms in Pokemon GO, he’s worked to make his co...

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March 15, 2023

"Swampert's Way To Have A Good Day" ft. MJGettit | TRAINER'S EYE #29

In this Pokemon Interview, MJGettit opens up about his passion for Pokémon GO, the competitive edge of PVP, and his role in the Silph Arena Factions scene. He also addresses the significance of diversity and representation wi...

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March 8, 2023

"Over-whale-ming Battles Under Pikachu's Hat" ft. R2theOldy from The Wailordz Podcast | TRAINER'S EYE #28

From Pokemon GO PVP battles to podcasting, R2theOldy dives into his Pokémon GO journey and how his students helped shape the Wailordz Podcast. He shares what it’s like co-hosting with itslikecrackyo and how their show connect...

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