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As The Pokeball Turns

David Hernandez

189 episodes

5 days ago

What sparks a lifelong bond? For LaserGator, it was the crackle of Electivire on a TV screen and the warmth of cousins huddled around the Sinnoh anime, lightning outside, belonging within. Years later, that same charge pulled him back into the Pokémon GO community, where raid hours turned into real friendships and golden-hour memories at Klyde Warren Park. LaserGator traces his Pokémon story from SoulSilver car rides and Bianca’s courage to say “I’m choosing my own path,” to losing a day-one...

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What sparks a lifelong bond? For LaserGator, it was the crackle of Electivire on a TV screen and the warmth of cousins huddled around the Sinnoh anime, lightning outside, belonging within. Years later, that same charge pulled him back into the Pokémon GO community, where raid hours turned into real friendships and golden-hour memories at Klyde Warren Park. LaserGator traces his Pokémon story from SoulSilver car rides and Bianca’s courage to say “I’m choosing my own path,” to losing a day-one...

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Episodes (20/189)

As The Pokeball Turns

"Electivire's Community Shock Wave" ft. LaserGator | TRAINER'S EYE #182

What sparks a lifelong bond? For LaserGator, it was the crackle of Electivire on a TV screen and the warmth of cousins huddled around the Sinnoh anime, lightning outside, belonging within. Years later, that same charge pulled him back into the Pokémon GO community, where raid hours turned into real friendships and golden-hour memories at Klyde Warren Park. LaserGator traces his Pokémon story from SoulSilver car rides and Bianca’s courage to say “I’m choosing my own path,” to losing a day-one...

5 days ago

26 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

"Marshadow Climbs The Rock Slide" ft. DarthStormy | TRAINER'S EYE #181

He quit Pokémon to fit in. Years later, a single sparkle pulled him back and rewrote what belonging means. For DarthStormy, a lost Game Boy in a bathroom stall became the moment he shelved Pokémon until Pokémon GO brought him back with a new kind of courage. From playground trades in late-90s England to returning as an adult who proudly shiny hunts, DarthStormy shares how letting go to “fit in” cost him joy and how rediscovering it rebuilt patience, community, and self-trust. We trace the lon...

1 week ago

27 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

"Where Blastoise Aims His Cannons" ft. CaminoPreacher59 | TRAINER'S EYE #180

Behind every Pokémon story is someone who dared to rewrite the game, not just for themselves, but for others. We chat with CaminoPreacher59, the creator who designed a custom Pokémon ROM hack that gave Harry the Handicapped Hitmonchan, featured in a past episode, the chance to adventure as a Trainer in a wheelchair. What began as a simple request became a heartfelt project, reminding us how games can bring joy, representation, and dignity to fans everywhere. Along the way, CaminoPreache...

1 month ago

28 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

"The Ominous Wind He Rode On" ft. Inadequance | TRAINER'S EYE #179

He didn’t plan to become a world finalist. He just wanted to play Pokémon GO with his mom. But one battle led to another and suddenly, Inadequance was standing on the biggest stage in the world, fighting for the title of champion. We explore the rise of a competitive Pokémon GO battler who went from lonely early matches to building a global community. Inadequance shares how childhood games like Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness shaped his love for Shadow Pokémon, why Show 6 formats matter, and how...

1 month ago

37 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

"Squirtle's Bubble Never Popped" ft. Danny Steinbrecher | TRAINER'S EYE #178

What happens when your childhood save file gets pawned but your Pokémon journey keeps going? Danny Steinbrecher takes us back to a childhood shaped by Pokémon story battles with his brother, a corrupted save file lost to a pawn shop theft, and a WiFi-only start to Pokémon GO in the Arizona heat. But this journey isn’t just about games, it’s about healing old rivalries, trading Yu-Gi-Oh! cards for something more lasting, and finding love through shared gameplay with his fiancée. Through laught...

2 months ago

36 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

"Scrafty's Payback Hits Harder When You Survive" ft. Eastside Scrafty | TRAINER'S EYE #177

He was ready to end everything, until one unexpected “new friend” comment changed his life. Eastside Scrafty opens up about how Pokémon became more than a game, it became a lifeline. From a turbulent childhood spent in foster care to a breaking point that nearly ended it all, he shares how a bond with a fictional fighter and a Facebook page born from heartbreak helped him hold on. Discover how his defiance, team loyalty, and a deep-rooted love for black culture gave Eastside Scrafty not...

2 months ago

36 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

"The Growl Beneath Incineroar's Flame" ft. Scintilla | TRAINER'S EYE #176

Some Pokémon don’t just represent us, they help us become who we are. For Scintilla, that Pokémon was Incineroar, a powerful, misunderstood feline that gave him the confidence to build a new identity, both online and off. We dive into Scintilla’s journey from reluctant art student to passionate Twitch streamer, from teacher to tiger. He shares stories of his grandfather winning Pokémon merch during the Mew craze, how a deaf friend helped him fall in love with the games, and the deep emotional...

2 months ago

37 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

“Lugia’s Gust Between Worlds” ft. Ruxin34 | TRAINER'S EYE #175

What do you do when your heart belongs to two worlds: Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh!? Both! Ruxin34 shares how a surprising rule in his childhood home sent him deeper into the world of Yu-Gi-Oh!, even as his passion for Pokémon endured in secret. From hiding his Game Boy under the covers to launching PokeRux, a second channel built on nostalgic Nuzlocke runs, Ruxin34 opens up about balancing two beloved franchises, the emotional weight of card collecting, and why Pokémon still feels like home, even no...

4 months ago

30 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

"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 Hitmonchan shares a deeply personal journey of strength, storytelling, and self-expression through the world of Pokémon. From boxing dreams and custom wheelchair ROM hacks to trading Legendary Pokemon for friendship, Harry’s story redefines what it means to be a Trai...

4 months ago

46 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

"Double Kick Through Stories and Shinies" ft. GlaxonXIII | TRAINER'S EYE #173

From a mysterious Tangela to a full-blown Shiny Pokedex goal, GlaxonXIII’s journey is anything but ordinary. A teacher by day and Pokémon streamer by night, he opens up about the long road from childhood card hunts at 7-Eleven to shiny reactions that shake the internet. We explore the stories behind his favorite cards, his emotional shift toward content creation, and the deep pride of being named a Notable Trainer by The Pokémon Company. Whether it’s Shiny Applin serendipity or sleepless GO F...

4 months ago

47 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

"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 Pokéstop at a time, powered by Pokémon nostalgia, the warmth of community, and the quiet strength of starting over. From sibling memories and clay-art cards to a wish for Worlds and a newfound path in sobriety, his story reminds us that sometimes, wishes really do come true...

4 months ago

30 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

"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. We explore how a chance online connection sparked the beginning of a community, how a childhood Mew gifted through kindness shaped a lifetime of giving, and how love and support carry this Trainer forward in both life and Pokémon. From Pokémon cards to late-night l...

4 months ago

29 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

"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 local leader is rooted in love, loss, and legacy. From rediscovering Pokémon through his child to honoring a best friend lost too soon, Shiny King shares how Pokémon GO helped him rebuild connection, purpose, and community after everything felt silent. You’ll hear how o...

4 months ago

30 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

"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 resilience, rediscovery, and rebuilding. From having Pokémon taken away by family, to stolen cards, lost consoles, and a shattered childhood, Sharpie found his way back through grit, community, and the comforting chaos of a Sunflora solo run. You'll hear how a stolen Game Boy, a g...

4 months ago

1 hour 7 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

"With Cleffa, We Wear Pink" ft. Cleffa Doing Stuff | TRAINER'S EYE #168

She thought her Pokémon days were over…until a Cleffa figurine and a Facebook page brought it all back, and this time, she wasn’t alone. The creator of Cleffa Doing Stuff shares how a lost childhood collection, a supportive partner, and a tiny fairy Pokémon helped her rediscover joy through the Pokemon TCG, social media storytelling, and the magic of everyday moments. From pink sleeves to plush-filled memories, it’s a journey that proves there’s no wrong way to be a fan and no dream too smal...

5 months ago

28 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

"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 ...

5 months ago

28 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

"Deoxys Sprites Fueled By Cosmic Power" ft. SageDeoxys | TRAINER'S EYE #166

What if your first Pokémon game wasn’t from the '90s…but your art still lived there? For SageDeoxys, a sprite animator inspired by Johto-era pixel art, limitations weren’t barriers, they were invitations. In this episode, we explore how one fan turned a childhood love of the anime and Pokémon cards into a creative journey that bridges generations. From discovering the Gen II aesthetic through ROM hacks to crafting a sprite-based dream Pokédex, SageDeoxys shares how nostalgia, friendship, and...

5 months ago

20 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

"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 lifeline during recovery and how remixing classic Pokémon music with a cello became a love letter to the community that carried them through. From childhood playground memories to emotional moments with Team Star, this story weaves nostalgia, resilience, and creativity into...

5 months ago

53 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

"Latios Casts Luster Purge Across Pokémon Lore" ft. KuroBlitz | TRAINER'S EYE #164

We dive deep with Kuroblitz, creator of the YouTube channel known for “the lore hub of everything Pokémon-related.” What started as a curiosity about Pokémon lore became a calling for building videos that analyze Pokédex entries, region design, and mythological connections with respect to canon and Pokemon lore. Kuroblitz shares his process for turning ideas into narrative-driven videos, how he balances storytelling with research, and why he believes the soul of the franchise lies in its myst...

5 months ago

51 minutes

As The Pokeball Turns

"Chasing Deoxys with a Psycho Boost" ft. ShadowlessRed | TRAINER'S EYE #163

It started with one card but became a daily ritual, a time capsule, and a community of people healing, laughing, and remembering how it felt to chase something just for the joy of it. ShadowlessRed shares how a 500+ day journey to pull a Crown Zenith Deoxys VMAX turned into something far more meaningful. What began as a single Pokémon card chase grew into a tradition that helped viewers through heart attacks, breakups, and burnout. From nostalgic memories of playing Pokémon Crystal with a whi...

5 months ago

45 minutes