Best Random Encounter Gaming Podcasts (2025)

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TRAINER'S EYE #165 - "String Shot Requiem" ft. PokeCello 53:19

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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 …

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324 - Not-E3 2025 Extravaganza! 2:00:24

3d ago2:00:24

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On this week's Random Encounter, the Summer Game Fest (AKA Not-E3) season is officially upon us! For video game fans, this period is like early Christmas. With nonstop gaming announcements, there is something for everyone! This week, our panel has been working hard keeping up with all the major events, so it's time to share our favourite games from…

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TRAINER'S EYE #164 - "Latios Casts Luster Purge Across Pokémon Lore" ft. KuroBlitz 51:09

6d ago51:09

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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 tur…

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TRAINER'S EYE #163 - "Chasing Deoxys with a Psycho Boost" ft. ShadowlessRed 45:20

8d ago45:20

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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 gr…

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Violenceball #30: Vs The Crumblemire Consortium 50:24

10d ago50:24

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This is it. The final game of the Xtreme Xaltation has arrived. Can The Mootlings triumph against the Consortium’s roster of the best players Violenceball has ever seen? The song referenced towards the end of this episode is River and Dale by Chuck Ragan Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro…

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TRAINER'S EYE #162 - "The Battle Bond Between Shuriken and Flame" ft. Johto Jems 34:48

13d ago34:48

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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. T…

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TRAINER'S EYE #161 - "From Shadow Sneak to Pokemon Spotlight" ft. Adellion 40:00

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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…

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323 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Spoilercast 2:15:54

17d ago2:15:54

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On this week’s episode of Random Encounter, we’re doing a deep dive into the game everyone is talking about: Sandfall Interactive's Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. In this lengthy, full-blown spoilercast, we chat about the beautiful music, the combat, the story, and argue about who loves Esquie the most. Does the panel adore the game as much as the ho…

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TRAINER'S EYE #160 - "Where Lugia's Aeroblast Finally Landed" ft. KojinAtojin 43:02

20d ago43:02

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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 friendshi…

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TRAINER'S EYE #159 - "The Sheer Force Behind Druddigon" ft. Juddigon 50:55

22d ago50:55

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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 op…

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Violenceball #29: Third Stringers 46:44

24d ago46:44

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It's the first of possibly two matches for the X-Treme X-Altation! But that doesn't look like the REAL Crumblemire Consortium lineup. Can the Mootlings foil the Consortium coaches' plot AND win a game against these pretenders without giving away their newfound immunity to mind control? Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media,…

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TRAINER'S EYE #158 - "Mew Dances Across the Barrier Between Worlds" ft. dejamewmew 28:46

27d ago28:46

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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,…

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TRAINER'S EYE #157 - "Sewaddle Through The Bug Buzz" ft. PokeJungle 33:14

29d ago33:14

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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 div…

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TRAINER'S EYE #156 - "Baton Pass Begins With Buneary" ft. BunearyQueenAlexis 33:30

1M ago33:30

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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 …

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BBEG and Other Letters: A Villainous chat about the bad guys. 59:14

1M ago59:14

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Send us a text Greetings adventurers! Welcome to The Crithalla Podcast, and welcome back to another edition of DMs Discuss. Do you like bad guys? You know the antagonists of the story? Ne'er-do-wells, do no goods and all around vile villainous villains? If so, what is wrong with you? You should want to be the very best, strive to be heroic and figh…

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TRAINER'S EYE #155 - "The Arcanine Take Down" ft. RBY Pokemon Challenges 48:43

1M ago48:43

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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. St…

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The Hypothesis: Volume 2, Episode 1 1:18:17

1M ago1:18:17

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Hello my seekers of knowledge, We apologize for the untimely unseemly delay in launching this our latest episode. Volume 2 Sam and Luke are way behind on their game design writing, if you hadn’t noticed. So for Volume 2 of our Hypothesis, Christopher and I decided to change the format of the podcast. For this volume, we shift to an interview format…

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322 - Clairly Oblivious 1:05:00

1M ago1:05:00

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On this episode of Random Encounter, we're looking at a stylish upcoming turn-based RPG and a remaster of a sprawling open-world classic! First, Zek is here to discuss Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a game that might end up being his favorite JRPG of this generation. This stylish title is capturing attention with an incredible voice cast and fresh ta…

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Violenceball #28: Violenceball Rules 42:38

1M ago42:38

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Cue the montage music, because there’s just one week before the XX finals, and the team has a LOT to take care of. In fact, the whole land of Eem is gearing up for the event. Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistamedia Buy …

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TRAINER'S EYE #154 - "Sylveon Was The Only Move Left" ft. Kelosaurus 41:45

1M ago41:45

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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 …

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TRAINER'S EYE #153 - "Pokemon GO in Ukraine" ft. Pokemon Go LVIV 31:19

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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 shatt…

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TRAINER'S EYE #152 - "Treecko's Pursuit of a Challenge" ft. WizzlerPlays 42:42

2M ago42:42

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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 pers…

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TRAINER'S EYE #151 - "Kyogre’s Rise from Drizzle to Water Spout" ft. HTXPokeCollectors 41:10

2M ago41:10

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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 e…

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The Fourth Rotation - #MyPKMNStory 2:13

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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 som…

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321 - Lunar Eternal Blue Prince 59:56

2M ago59:56

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On this episode of Random Encounter, we're looking at a new classic puzzle-adventure game and a packaged duo of some of the best RPGs ever released on the PSX! First, Gio and Tin are here to give us a walk-through tour of Blue Prince, the hit rogue-lite puzzle adventurer. This game came out of nowhere for a lot of folks, trapping them inside the sh…

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Violenceball #27: Preventative Glitter 48:44

2M ago48:44

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Even as the conspiracy is all but revealed, the Mootlings might not have time to stop it. Dithertoes and his aunt have a tense family chat. Skitterglint and Pamzam jam the signal. Ebi and Jandar compete to out-blush one another. Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamed…

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TRAINER'S EYE #150 - "Good Morning Hisuian Arcanine" ft. MamaTurbo 34:27

2M ago34:27

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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 a…

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TRAINER'S EYE #149 - "Ribombee Under Cresselia's Moonlight" ft. DetectiveMocha 42:08

2M ago42:08

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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 lea…

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TRAINER'S EYE #148 - "Blindfolded Munchlax Masters Metronome" ft. Bootlegflanderz 48:42

2M ago48:42

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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…

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TRAINER'S EYE #147 - "Gible After the Sandstorm" ft. DragonTamerTom 42:40

2M ago42:40

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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, e…

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320 - Let's Switch (2) It Up 55:37

2M ago55:37

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On this episode of Random Encounter, we chat about everything that happened last week and, BOY, did a lot happen last week! First up, Dom is here to talk about the recent sci-fi Souls-like AI LIMIT. Does it live up to its inspirations, or does it fall just as flat as AI does in the real world? Then, Zach joins the panel to chat about the Switch 2 D…

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Violenceball #26: Snooping | Land of Eem 46:55

2M ago46:55

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Did you get the latest issue of Balls Illustrated? Lots of hot goss about Arlin Craft, but how much of it is really true? It's party time in Eem, and they've got TWO FONDUE FOUNTAINS! Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistam…

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TRAINER'S EYE #146 - "Once In A Blue Lunatone" ft. Boloscar 1:05:41

2M ago1:05:41

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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 hig…

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TRAINER'S EYE #145 - "Vulpix Fire Spin Captures Nostaliga in Pixel Art" ft. Retro Pokesprites 29:55

2M ago29:55

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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 c…

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TRAINER'S EYE #144 - "Butterfree Soars Beneath Blaze Charizard" ft. The Cave of Dragonflies 35:01

3M ago35:01

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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 ov…

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Ludological Alchemy: The Hypothesis - Episode #12: Looking back on a year of Ludological Alchemy 1:18:03

3M ago1:18:03

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Greetings astute alchemists, In this our twelfth episode, we ramble through our preamble discussing Christmas music, knock-knock jokes, online scams and modern art. After we amble through those brambles, Christopher takes us through a year of our mail bag of comments and questions. We hope you find the chaos of our 12th recording both diverting and…

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TRAINER'S EYE #143 - "Umbreon Empowered By Wooper's Earthquake" ft. lilredwooper 44:26

3M ago44:26

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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 …

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319 - I'd Kill for a Good Cup of Tea! 1:07:12

3M ago1:07:12

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On this episode of Random Encounter, it's time to sink into the shadows and brew some tea, because we're talking about Assassin's Creed Shadows and Wanderstop! Assassin's Creed Shadows is finally here! This long-awaited game has been delayed multiple times over the last year, but was that extra time well spent? Tom is here to tell us his thoughts a…

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Violenceball #25: Friendship Bracelets | Land of Eem 42:08

3M ago42:08

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My gnome uncle (that I don't like that much) that works at Nintendo told me that in this episode, the Mootlings go to some human's house, then a garden center, and then a fancy party! Thanks to Shayne Plunkett & Jesse Wright of Meadow Vista Media, who created this season's intro theme: www.meadowvistamedia.com Twitter: @MVM_Studio IG: @meadowvistam…

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TRAINER'S EYE #142 - "Sableye's Fury Swipes For Answers" ft. Jim Tickles 37:48

3M ago37:48

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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…

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TRAINER'S EYE #141 - "Roselia Following the Sweet Scent to Community" ft. Greg Leatherman from Very Random Encounters 1:00:59

3M ago1:00:59

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Greg Leatherman, a dedicated Pokémon Trainer and host of Very Random Encounters, explores the captivating world of Pokémon, from Roselia in Ruby and Sapphire to the evolving lore across generations. In this Pokémon interview, Greg critiques the franchise’s growth while reflecting on his own journey in podcasting and his commitment to promoting LGBT…

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TRAINER'S EYE #140 - "Villainous Stories Forged in Gengar's Curse" ft. StandardizedBogey 28:50

3M ago28:50

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Reflecting on her first experience with Pokémon Blue, StandardizedBogey reveals how the Pokémon franchise sparked her love for fanfiction writing. With a focus on memorable Pokémon villains like Saturn from Team Galactic and Archer from Team Rocket, she dives into their complexities and motivations. Throughout the episode, she opens up about the in…

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TRAINER'S EYE #139 - "Loyalty From the Embers of Growlithe" ft. AdaEnchilada 1:23:21

3M ago1:23:21

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In this deeply personal conversation, AdaEnchilada reflects on her journey with Pokémon, from her early days with Pokémon Blue to the world-building and character creation that shaped her love for the series. She also discusses the emotional toll of losing her dog, Casper, and the meaningful bond between Pokémon and pets. As a Twitch streamer, she …

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318 - Monster Hunting the Most Elusive Game: A New Suikoden 56:29

3M ago56:29

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On this episode of Random Encounter, it's time to chat about a remaster and a new game in two long-running series! First up, Zach's prayers have been answered: Suikoden I&II HD Remaster: Gate Rune & Dunan Unification Wars is finally out! This remaster of the first two Suikoden games has been highly anticipated for years by fans of the series, but d…