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 one man tu...
Jun 27, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 165
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 gran...
Jun 26, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 164
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 small to...
Jun 20, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 163
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 how...
Jun 18, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 162
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 a ...
Jun 13, 2025•20 min•Season 1Ep. 161
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 somethi...
Jun 11, 2025•53 min•Season 1Ep. 160
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 myster...
Jun 06, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 159
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 white ...
Jun 04, 2025•45 min•Season 1Ep. 158
What if your childhood hobby could become your future? For Cameron and Noah, two high school friends turned business partners, that “what if” became Johto Jems , a heartfelt blend of Pokémon nostalgia, late-night ambition, and vending table hustle. In this episode, we follow the duo’s journey from a 3AM business plan to their very first card show. They share what it means to grow a brand from scratch, why Pokemon X and Y will always be their favorite era, and how meaningful moments like giving a...
May 30, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 157
What if your childhood passion became your adult legacy? For Adellion , Pokémon didn’t fade, it leveled up with him. In this powerful episode, we hear how one of Pokémon GO’s most respected community leaders went from organizing local raids to casting on the global stage for Play Pokémon. From washed-up Charizard Pokemon cards to launching the Devon Corporation , Adellion’s story is a masterclass in passion, leadership, and legacy. Whether it’s grassroots PvP, commentary, or building communities...
May 28, 2025•40 min•Season 1Ep. 156
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, his relationship with the franchise took a new turn, first through performance and cosplay, then through rekindled friendships in Pokémon GO. KojinAtojin shares how mental health, autism, and ADHD shaped his early experience with gaming and how Pokémon provided comfort, cur...
May 23, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 155
Juddigon shares his unlikely journey from wine sommelier to full-time shiny hunting Twitch streamer. Known for his high-energy reactions and deeply heartfelt content, Juddigon reflects on reconnecting with Pokémon during college, grieving the loss of his father and friend, and building a community that offers comfort, laughter, and belonging. He opens up about the impact of growing up in the Philippines during the height and fall of the Pokémon craze, navigating childhood without his father, and...
May 21, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 154
What happens when your first Pokémon game becomes your lifelong comfort franchise? As The Pokeball Turns welcomes dejamewmew , a cozy VTuber and Twitch streamer who built her brand around her love for Mew, pink aesthetics, and the emotional connection she felt with the Sinnoh region. Her Pokémon journey began with Pokémon Diamond on the Nintendo DS, and it’s been a space of nostalgia, discovery, and creativity ever since. From choosing Infernape and Lucario as childhood team staples to bonding w...
May 16, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 153
What does it take to run one of the longest-standing Pokémon fan sites online? PokeJungle is a fan-driven Pokémon news site that began in 2003 and rose to popularity during the Generation 5 era. Starting with Neopets guilds to breaking major Pokémon game updates, PokeJungle shares how his blog evolved alongside the Pokémon community. PokeJungle dives into the emotional impact of Pokémon Crystal, what made Pokemon Diamond & Pearl fall flat, and why Pokemon Black & White stands out as a st...
May 14, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 162
From level 80 Pidgeot solo runs to shiny-filled Twitch streams, this is the story of BunearyQueenAlexis starting with battling Brock with a hopeless Pikachu in Pokémon Yellow to building a full shiny living dex in Sword and Shield. You'll hear how Pokémon GO turned her into a shiny magnet, and the origin of her “Buneary Queen” title, her love-hate relationship with soft resets, and how Twitch streaming became her post-work therapy. Whether you’re into shiny hunting, Nuzlockes, or nostalgic memor...
May 09, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 161
What happens when you try to beat Pokémon Yellow with minimum battles, no items, EXP grinding, or stat boosts? In this episode of As the Pokéball Turns, the creator behind RBY Pokémon Challenges on YouTube shares his history with the Pokemon franchise and inspiration behind his brutally difficult Gen 1 solo runs and GameShark fueled experiments. Starting with Pokémon Blue to mastering minimum battle runs, RBY Pokemon Challenges shares how nostalgia, strategy, and personal perseverance shaped his...
May 07, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 160
From teaching in Australia to casting on the global Pokémon Unite stage, Kelosaurus shares how Pokémon helped her rediscover her identity, embrace her gamer roots, and find unexpected connection from Tokyo arcades to Twitch streams. We talk first games, emotional Worlds debuts, and how trading tokens with a kid who didn’t speak her language became one of her most meaningful Pokémon moments. Whether she’s battling with Sylveon or balancing life as a creator, her story is full of warmth, growth, a...
May 02, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 159
When the full-scale invasion of Ukraine began, Pokémon GO could have easily been forgotten. Instead, it became something more. It became a lifeline of hope and community for Pokemon Trainers living in Ukraine. In this episode of As The Pokeball Turns, we meet the Community Ambassadors of Pokémon GO Ukraine as they share how they rebuilt their shattered local communities, found moments of peace during wartime, and used Pokémon GO as a way to support each other through unimaginable challenges. Fro...
Apr 30, 2025•31 min•Season 1Ep. 158
WizzlerPlays , creator of Nuzlocke & Load , and Twitch streamer, shares how a childhood love for Pokémon in Hoenn evolved into building one of Twitch’s biggest Nuzlocke tournaments. From Treecko nostalgia and favorite Dragon-types to tournament logistics, streaming breakthroughs, and community-building, this conversation dives deep into both his personal journey and the Nuzlocke format itself. We explore how Wizzler found purpose by helping first-time streamers, small creators, and curious f...
Apr 25, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 157
Ricardo, founder of HTXPokeCollectors , shares how flea market toys, Pokémon Yellow, and post-pandemic creativity sparked his journey from nostalgic Trainer to small business owner. We talk about his mission to spotlight Pokemon plushies, Pokemon figures, and authentic Pokemon merch often overlooked in favor of the Pokemon TCG scene. From battling early challenges to navigating import tariffs, Ricardo opens up about the real-life hustle of building a Pokémon-centered brand rooted in passion, acc...
Apr 23, 2025•41 min•Season 1Ep. 156
In this trailer episode, host David Hernandez shares the truth behind As The Pokéball Turns, where it began, what drives it, and why it matters. This isn’t just a podcast. It’s a platform built for the everyday Pokémon fan, the overlooked, the underestimated, and those whose stories have never been told. You’ll hear how one choice to believe in something bigger than himself became the spark for a movement. With music from Pokémon’s most iconic soundtracks and a voice that doesn’t hold back, this...
Apr 21, 2025•2 min•Season 1Ep. 155
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 during the pandemic, she reflects on TheTrueTurbo’s resilience, his love for gaming, and the incredible community that rallied around him. The conversation also explores the emotional weight of his passing and the legacy he left behind, not only as a creator, but as a source o...
Apr 18, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 154
Detective Mocha , a Shiny Hunter and Twitch streamer, shares how her Pokémon journey began with the Pokemon anime before transitioning into Pokemon Emerald and how it’s grown into a full-fledged passion for hunting Shiny Pokemon. DetectiveMocha opens up about hiding her love for Pokémon in school, stepping into the world of Twitch streaming, and learning to balance authenticity with community expectations. From nostalgic moments to modern-day gameplay challenges, her story is a thoughtful look a...
Apr 16, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 153
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 challenges of modern games like Pokemon Sword and Shield, Bootlegflanders opens up about what the franchise means to him. He also dives into his passion for competitive battling and reflects on how important accessibility is for fans with disabilities. This is a powerful, inspi...
Apr 11, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 152
We sit down with DragonTamerTom , a Pokémon Trainer and Twitch streamer known for his passion for Dragon-type Pokémon and shiny hunting. DragonTamerTom opens up about growing up fascinated by dragons, the evolution of his creative interests, and how Pokémon has remained a meaningful thread through it all. He shares heartfelt stories of friendship, especially the lasting influence of his late friend TheTrueTurbo , and reflects on the highs and lows of being a content creator. Tune in to hear how ...
Apr 09, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 151
Meet Boloscar , a shiny hunter, Twitch streamer, and Pokémon GO Community Ambassador with a deep love for costume Pokémon and building community. In this episode, Boloscar chats about growing up with Pokémon, how he got his memorable name, and what it’s really like juggling content creation with community advocacy. It’s a fun, honest look at the highs, challenges, and heart behind being part of the Pokémon world. Tune in and hear how one Trainer’s journey helps bring fans together, one shiny at ...
Apr 04, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 150
Retro Pokesprites takes us on a journey through his deep-rooted Pokemon passion, starting with the iconic Pokemon Gold and Silver games. He reveals how his career as a veterinary technician and wildlife biologist fuels his creative spark and strengthens his connection with Pokemon. Learn how Retro Pokesprites brings nostalgia to life, reimagining classic Pokemon in Game Boy Color-style sprites. From his early love for pixel art in Pokemon GSC to his growing online store filled with unique produc...
Apr 02, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 149
Dragonfree, the webmaster behind the iconic The Cave of Dragonflies , joins us for a fascinating Pokémon interview about her unexpected journey from Pokémon Yellow to pioneering one of the longest-running Pokémon fan sites online. In this episode, she discusses how she shaped the Pokémon community and reflects on how the online fandom has evolved over the years. Whether you're passionate about the games or the broader Pokémon fandom culture, this conversation is a must-listen! 🎧 Be inspired by ...
Mar 28, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 148
Lilredwooper , a dedicated Pokémon Twitch streamer and VGC competitor, reflects on her Pokémon journey from opening Pokémon cards to Shiny hunting and engaging with competitive Pokemon. She talks about how Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness shaped her love for the franchise, and how she’s used Twitch to build an inclusive community for people. Don’t miss this Pokémon interview, packed with insights into the world of Pokémon streaming and Pokemon VGC! 🎧 Hear how women shape and celebrate Pokémon. Hit ...
Mar 26, 2025•44 min•Season 1Ep. 147
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 Pokémon interview, Jim discusses how his background in biology enhances his understanding of the Pokémon world and how Pokémon has played a key role in managing his ADHD. This episode offers an inspiring look at how Pokémon can positively influence mental health and personal ...
Mar 21, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 146
