On this episode of Perspective and Pokemon, I sat down with Shaen Avendano, founder of 23k Pokeshop.  

Like many people in 2020, Shaen was affected by the global pandemic and lot his job. Then he did something many might not expect- he started a business selling Pokemon stuff.  In this interview we talk about how he got started, lessons he's learned, what goes on behind the scenes of a Poke Shop, and how TikTok has influenced his business.  

To get in touch in with the shop, check them out online:  

Website: 23kpokeshop.com  

TikTok: @23kpokeshop  

Instagram: @23kpokeshop  

Facebook: www.facebook.com/23kPokeShop  

YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCEtEmWngBQxIimrAY3KxJZw 

Twitter: @23kpoke

How often do we put things off because we believe we don't have everything we need to start?  

How about just starting to get the reps in?

On this episode of Perspective and Pokemon I had the privilege of talking with Alex Romney, aka Omaash. We talk about how he started his YouTube channel on basically a whim, his love for Pokemon, and what has helped his channel grow to over two thousand subscribers in less than a year.  

We also had to have a rematch pack battle! Who do you think won?  (Best to watch the pack battle on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5AyBFySWFzU)

Connect with Omaash on social media:  

Instagram:  https://instagram.com/omaash 

TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@omaash?lang=en 

Twitter:  https://twitter.com/omaash4 

Facebook:  https://facebook.com/omaashopenings 

Email:  [email protected]

On this episode of Perspective and Pokemon I sat down with Zach Brandt, a young entrepreneur who I've been very impressed with. We talk about selling on Amazon and Ebay, sports cards, doing what you love, and why you should always be true to yourself.  

Want to connect with Zach? 

Hit him up on Social Media: 

Twitter: @BrandtZach_ 

Instagram: @zach_brandt1

FACT CORRECTIONS ON THIS EPISODE:

-There are close to 90 English Pokemon sets in existence as of this recording

-Wizards of the Coast made the first 16 Pokemon Sets

-I called Champion's Path underrated a few times when I meant to say Darkness Ablaze

In this episode of Perspective and Pokemon, I brought Jason Albini back onto the show to talk about what he's learned so far from investing in sports cards. There are a lot of similarities to Pokemon card investing and the conversation quickly turned to Pokemon.   

At the end we also opened up Jason's first Pokemon packs ever!  

Connect with Jason on social:  

Instagram, Twitter, TikTok: @jasonwttw  

LinkedIn: Jason Richardson Albini  

Podcast: Kickin It With Jason

On this inaugural episode of Perspective and Pokemon, I sat down with Anthony Nunez, aka Vintage Pokemon Hunter, to talk Pokemon. 

We discussed the current market growth, what to expect in the future, and why Pokemon isn't going anywhere in the foreseeable future.  

Anthony is a wealth of #Pokemon knowledge. Connect with him on social media:  

Instagram: @vintagepokemonhunter 

Twitter: @NunezGoW 

YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/anunez326

As some of you know, I got back into Pokemon over a year ago. Since then I've seen demand for the franchise, especially the cards, explode. More and more notable people have been getting into, but perhaps the most notable SO FAR has been Logic, who dropped over $200k on a single card last night! 

To be a world champion in any sport requires a TON of work and mental strength. So what kind of perspective does one need to be a SEVEN TIME champ?

In this episode, Kendall gets into her journey and the mindset she's developed to get to where she's at.

Her perspective gives great insight into what it takes to become a champion.

To connect with Kendall follow her on social media: 

Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook- Kendall Reusing.

As part of my effort to bring more awareness to businesses, I virtually sat down with a dear friend, Adam Davis, to discuss how his business has had to adjust with shutdown and Covid. 

He brings some great perspective as well as details some of the things his business does (and they're pretty awesome!).

At the end of our discussion, Adam extends an invitation for a free copy of How Money Works, a new book on finances that is changing the way people see money. To get yours, be one of the first 5 people to contact Adam after listening to this. (And to be frank, this podcast doesn't currently have a huge audience, so odds are you'll be on of the first ;))

To connect with Adam find him on Instagram at @adamdavisimpact

Or visit his website wealthwave.com/adamdavis

You can also email him at [email protected]

I struggled to know what to title this episode.

Not just because we talked about various topics, but I also wanted to do justice to my latest guest, Dr. Gavin Whiting.

I met Dr. Whiting a few months ago after I was in a car accident. From the very first time I met him, I knew there was something special about him. He just rated compassion, caring, and empathy- traits that are perfect for anyone wanting to help others heal.

After a few weeks of working with him I wanted him on the show to share his perspective on life, mindset, and happiness. This has been perhaps my favorite interview to date.

In the end I decided to name this episode what I thought encompasses Gavin- a genuine and positive soul.

You can connect with Dr. Gavin Whiting on Facebook: Gavin Whiting

Or shoot him an email at: [email protected]