In this Pokemon interview, we are joined by Justin Keller, A Pokemon Trainer who specializes in the TCG, and is the co-host of both Special Conditions and Sleep it Off.

Justin Keller starts his Pokemon journey from both watching the Pokemon anime and purchasing Pokemon cards. Justin Keller shares his interest in dogs and how that led to his favorite Pokemon, Arcanine.

Justin Keller dives into his experience with Pokemon GO, starting with his time in Kansas. Thank to Pokemon GO, Justin Keller finds his interest in the Pokemon TCG, starting initially as a collector before transitioning to attending locals and regionals for Pokemon TCG.

Finally, Justin Keller talks about why he wanted to become a podcaster. He started his podcast journey by becoming the new co-host for Special Conditions, a Pokemon TCG podcast where they talk about Pokemon cards and how the cards affect the new meta. Justin Keller next dives into his interest in Pokemon Sleep and becoming a co-host with PureLighter, where they talk about events, updates, and their experience with Pokemon Sleep.

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In this Pokemon interview, we are joined by I Do The Felting, a Pokemon Trainer who creates Pokemon through needle felting.

I Do The Felting starts her journey with being introduced to Pokemon Red. However, she discovered she had little interest in the main series games and preferred the spin-off games such as Pokemon Snap and Pokemon Pokemon Dungeon. She also shares her interest in the anime and how she appreciated Rachel Lillis's voice for Jessie from Team Rocket.

I Do The Felting shares her introduction into Pokemon GO and her love for Shiny Pokemon. She gives insight into her love for Pokemon GO Raids and events that are hosted in the mobile game. Despite her not able to attend and live events, I Do The Felting appreciates feeling connected via remote events and able to engage with the event in her hometown.

Finally I Do The Felting indulges with my question, "what is needle felting?" Needle felting is a creative craft that involves sculpting shapes and figures using wool and special felting needles. She shares how she got involved in this unique craft and reflects on her journey both from starting to present day!

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In this Pokemon interview, we are joined by GeneralWiggins, a Pokemon Trainer and Shiny Hunter who streams on Twitch!

GeneralWiggins starts his journey with Pokemon Blue. He spoke on his interest in completing the Pokedex and eventually even completing his sister's Pokemon Red. He continues to play Pokemon into Johto and discovers his interest in Shiny Hunting when his journey leads into Hoenn and an encounter with Shiny Tropius.

GeneralWiggins expands on his interest in Shiny Pokemon, specifically how it helps him focus and cope with his ADHD. GeneralWiggins shares his opinion on Shiny Hunting between each generation and what his goals as an experience for Shiny Pokemon.

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In this Pokemon interview, we are joined by RocketClare, a Pokemon GO Trainer from Australia and Pokemon Worlds competitor in 2024.

RocketClare shares her initial entry into the Pokemon franchise starting with Pokemon GO where she attempted to develop ways to encourage both herself and her children to become more active outside. Despite her children losing interest in the game, RocketClare find the game engaging and beneficial to her mental health by meeting people and walking outside.

RocketClare speaks on her local community and how it led to her involvement with Pokemon GO PvP, starting with Silph Arena before transitioning to participating with Play Pokemon and competing. RocketClare also speaks on the importance of representation for women and how her involvement with GirlsThatPvP improved her experience with Pokemon GO PvP.

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In this Pokemon interview, we are joined by PaellaPapi91, a Pokemon Trainer and self-proclaimed Gym Leader at the Skillet Gym. 

PaellaPapi91 shares his initial experience with Pokemon starting with the main series games and anime. He would play all of the game, with a deep fondness for Gen 4 thanks to the introduction of added evolution and the introduction of Pokemon following the Trainer.

PaellaPapi91 eventually gets involved with Pokemon GO and the PvP mechanic. Drawing back to his roots of batling Gym Leaders, PaellaPapi91 creates his own gym badge and grants battles to Trainers around the world to battle him for a Paella Badge!

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In this Pokemon interview, we are joined by LadyDunsparce, a Pokemon Trainer who is the self-proclaimed, "Maddest Partier in the game" on Twitch.

LadyDunsparce shares her initial experience starting with a family member who claimed she couldn't play games due to her gender. With determination, LadyDunsparce dived head first into the world of Pokemon starting with Pokemon Silver. During her time in Pokemon Silver, she discovered what would now be her favorite Pokemon in a Dark Cave east of Violet City!

LadyDunsparce's journey with Pokemon continue throughout the generations, eventually leader her to the Pokemon TCG. Initially diving into the Pokemon TCG through a prior relationship, LadyDunsparce took a long departure before returning to the card game with her husband.

Finally, we test LadyDunsparce's Pokemon knowledge with a game of "What's That Pokemon?"

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In this Pokemon interview, we are joined by TheStaticPikachu, a Pokemon Trainer who participates in VGC and discovered his interest in Pokemon through Super Smash Bros.

TheStaticPikachu shares their initial entrance into the Pokemon franchise by using Pikachu as their main character and being enthralled by it's Volt Tackle Final Smash. Eventually this led to him diving into the anime and Pokemon video games, specifically Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.

TheStaticPikachu finishes the show off by sharing his favorite Pokemon and his hopes for the heavily anticipated Pokemon Z-A!

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In this Pokemon interview, we are joined by After Darkrai, a Pokemon podcast where the hosts has created a no-holds barred know nothing comedy podcast about Pokémon where they hurt the ones they love.

After Darkrai shares their initial entrance into the Pokemon franchise, starting with RBY. Both eventually returned to the franchise when Pokemon GO was launched and became instantly hooked with the idea of Pokemon existing in the real world.

Both guests dive into how Pokemon GO led them to starting the podcast and their unique approach to building their podcast. With a stress on comedy, foul mouth, and Pokemon, they have created a unique podcast that caters to a more mature audience interested in laughing about the franchise they love!

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In this Pokemon interview, we are joined by The Excellent Pokedex, a content creator for Pokemon GO specializes in analyzing the effectiveness of Excellent Throws for Wild Pokemon, Raids, and other encounters in Pokemon GO.

The Excellent Pokedex shares his recent experience with Pokemon starting with watching the anime with his children. Despite growing up through both Pokemania and the initial popularity of Pokemon GO, he did not gain interest until much later due to trying to find an activity that would encourage his chidlren to be more active outdoors.

The Excellent Pokedex dives into his person journey with Pokemon GO and how one small throwing mechanic led him down the road of content creation with analyzing Excellent Throws. He goes into great depth in the mechanic and shares the dedication of his research!

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In this Pokemon interview, we are joined by Reis2Occasion, a competitive Pokemon Trainer within the Pokemon GO circuit.

Reis2Occasion shares his early experience with Pokemon before karate practice where he and his friend would play Pokemon LeafGreen and FireRed. Despite an early departure from Pokemon, his competitive roots would lead him back when Pokemon GO debuted in 2016. He would join his friends from his basketball team to walk around during the initial Pokemon GO phenomenon!

Reis2Occasion eventually dives into Pokemon GO PvP where he would starts his competitive journey with the Silph Arena. Eventually as his name grew, the pressure to succeed also grew. Reis2Occasion gives insight into handling the mounting pressure that comes with success and how he learns to manage it participating in both regionals and specifically his trips to Pokemon Worlds!

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