Business Owners Episodes

What do Business Owners and Pokémon have in common? More than you might think! Even if their businesses aren’t based on Pokémon, many entrepreneurs share how the values and lessons they’ve learned from Pokémon have shaped their paths. These Pokémon interviews dive into the ways Pokémon fans use their passion to fuel innovative thinking, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit across diverse industries. Get inspired to apply these lessons to your own business!

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Feb. 21, 2025

TRAINERS EYE #136 - "Roar With Confidence Using Arcanine Energy" ft. Joey Lopez from Rockets Markets

Joey Lopez, co-owner of Rockets Markets , takes us through his unique journey from Pokémon card collecting to creating unforgettable Pokémon events in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. From his early days of watching from the sidel...

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Feb. 10, 2025

TRAINER'S EYE #132 - "The Absol-ute Perfect Plan" ft. Caleb Hatfield from Rockets Markets

Discover how Caleb Hatfield’s path as a Pokémon Trainer led him from Pokémon Blue to reigniting his love for the franchise through Pokémon GO. As co-owner of Rockets Markets , he opens up about his venture into organizing Pok...

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Jan. 8, 2025

TRAINER'S EYE #123 - "Pokemon Pixel Journey" ft. Pixeladdy

From collecting Pokémon Trading Cards with his brother to turning his passion for the Pokémon anime into a successful career as a pixel artist, Pixeladdy shares the evolution of his fandom. He recounts his return to the Pokém...

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Dec. 11, 2024

TRAINER'S EYE #119 - "Alolan Raichu Glides The Needle" ft. I Do The Felting

I Do The Felting shares her unexpected journey with Pokémon, starting with Pokémon Red and her love for Pokémon Snap and Pokémon Mystery Dungeon. She explores her Pokémon GO experience, from Shiny hunting to participating in ...

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April 17, 2024

TRAINER'S EYE #86 - "Healing Children With Pokemon Cards" ft. Cards For Kids

From trading Pokémon cards in school to starting a non-profit, Cards For Kids is on a mission to bring comfort to children affected by abuse. Based in Plano, Texas, his organization provides Pokémon TCG cards to law enforceme...

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Jan. 31, 2024

TRAINER'S EYE #75 - "Coloring El Paso in Pokemon" ft. B.E. Art

B.E. Art , the Best of El Paso Visual Artist 2023, takes us through her colorful journey, from Pokémon fandom to creating impactful art. Learn how Pokémon influenced her artistic path and how her love for the franchise led to...

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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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April 19, 2023

TRAINER'S EYE #34 - "Creator Series" ft. Ken Pescatore from Pokemon Professor Network

Ken Pescatore , founder of the Pokémon Professor Network , dives into his journey from passionate Pokémon GO Trainer to influential content creator. He shares the origins of Lured Up and Gotta Watch 'Em All, exploring how his...

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April 12, 2023

TRAINER'S EYE #33 - "Delibird Delivering Energy Cards" ft. Adam Tuttle from Pokemon Professor Network

Join Adam Tuttle , a key figure in the Pokémon GO and Pokémon TCG communities, as he shares his journey from a player to co-hosting Special Conditions and Lured Up podcasts. Discover how his friendship with Ken Pescatore led ...

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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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