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Pokemon Community Leaders Episodes

What does it take to be a Pokémon community leader? Hear from the passionate individuals who are organizing Pokémon tournaments, creating inclusive spaces, and bringing the Pokémon world to life in their communities. These leaders discuss the impact of Pokémon in their lives, the challenges of building strong communities, and their drive to make Pokémon a place where everyone belongs.

Listen now to be inspired by the stories of Pokémon community leaders who are shaping the future of Pokémon fandom!
Oct. 18, 2023

TRAINER'S EYE #60 - "The Raid Bus Returns" ft. FrostisEpic

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...

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Oct. 11, 2023

TRAINER'S EYE #59 - "Harvey Pekar Meets The Cinccino" ft. xlilpoundcake

xlilpoundcake , a Pokémon GO Trainer from Cleveland and self-proclaimed "Wayfarer Neckbeard," opens up about the profound impact Pokémon GO has had on her life. From finding love through in-game encounters to adopting two cat...

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Sept. 6, 2023

TRAINER'S EYE #54 - "Fun With Hoenn Friends" ft. PvPoke

From a time when Pokémon provided comfort in the hospital, PvPoke has transformed his passion into the globally recognized PVPoke.com. This episode explores how his dedication to Pokémon GO PvP and community-driven tools have...

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Aug. 2, 2023

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

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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June 28, 2023

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

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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May 24, 2023

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

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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March 22, 2023

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

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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Feb. 15, 2023

TRAINER'S EYE #25 - "Meowth Bringing Back Community" ft. StarFire24

Starfire24, a dedicated Pokémon GO trainer and Community Ambassador, shares how Pokémon GO has helped him create and rebuild a thriving community. He reflects on the game's evolution and how teamwork is essential for success,...

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Jan. 11, 2023

TRAINER'S EYE #20 - "Top 'Koala-ty' Komala Words" ft. LFKomala from Wayspotters Podcast

Join LFKomala , a dedicated Pokémon GO player and co-host of the Wayspotters Podcast , as he discusses his love for Niantic Wayfarer and his experience with the game’s community events and PVP battles. He reflects on his GoFe...

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Dec. 28, 2022

TRAINER'S EYE #18 - "All Aboard The Raid Bus!" ft. PhilofAustin

In this episode, PhilofAustin shares his incredible journey of founding the Raid Bus in Austin, Texas, and how it changed the local Pokémon GO landscape. He talks about his approach to connecting with players, running success...

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Nov. 2, 2022

TRAINER'S EYE #10 - "The Walking Poliwhirl" ft. TheTexasDuke

From leading Raids in Downtown Dallas to staying active while playing Pokémon GO, TheTexasDuke explains how his commitment to walking and biking has shaped his experience. He discusses the community he's built through the gam...

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Sept. 16, 2022

TRAINER'S EYE #4 - "Gold Gym Romance" ft. 91jcamacho & Kayakpologirl

From GO Fest memories to the thrill of catching rare Pokémon, 91jcamacho and Kayakpologirl share how Pokémon GO shaped their relationship. They discuss their favorite Pokémon, the appeal of Gold Gyms, and their tips for makin...

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