16 Connor Hayward - Graphics Operator for EU Pokémon Streams & Limitless Stream Coordinator

Connor Hayward has a wealth of experience behind the scenes of Trading Card Game streams, and I'm excited for everyone to hear this perspective for the first time on the show. From getting very good at speed-running Pokémon Red thanks to being unaware of the ability to save the game(!), via a chance encounter with Limitless TCG after the finals of a tournament, all the way up to operating the graphics on official EU Pokémon streams now, come and discover Connor Hayward's fascinating story - as well, of course, as the 6 Pokémon he would choose for his Dream Team! Hang out with us, have a laugh, and let us #MakeYourDayMerry!

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If you enjoyed, do give the show a rating and review - it really helps! You can also watch the episode on YouTube (link above), where you can see pictures of the Pokémon that Connor is talking about and share in the smiles! Drop a comment over there as I'd love to know your thoughts on what Connor's shared with us - and what your own Dream Team would be... Any feedback you have and any suggestions for guests, from competitive to casual Pokémon players and beyond, feel free to get in touch - chazingdra@gmail.com

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(N.B. Music for the show coming soon!)

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Welcome!

01:33 Origins with Pokémon

08:16 Connor's 1st Dream Team Pokémon

11:54 Pokémon Generation IV & Other TCGs

19:41 Connor's 2nd Dream Team Pokémon

22:25 Moving to Munich

28:42 Connor's 3rd Dream Team Pokémon

30:29 The Pandemic

38:04 Connor's 4th Dream Team Pokémon

40:43 Limitless Returns

46:22 Connor's 5th Dream Team Pokémon

48:43 Working on the Official Streams

53:26 Connor's 6th Dream Team Pokémon

55:42 Connor's Complete Dream Team & Partner Pokémon

57:01 If Connor were a Pokémon, what would he be?

58:30 Community Questions for Connor

1:03:30 What's next for Connor?

1:05:35 What advice would Connor give his younger self?

1:07:41 Connor's Rapidash Round Teaser

1:08:20 Get Involved & See You Next Time!

*Shiny Pokémon: Each Pokémon has a Shiny version, an incredibly rare differently-coloured variant that sparkles when encountered. They are not otherwise different from regular Pokémon, but of course they are highly prized for their rarity.

*Technician is an Ability that slightly boosts the power of weaker moves. Rough Skin is an Ability that deals a small amount of damage back to the attacker after the latter uses a move that makes contact.

Disclaimer: This podcast is in no way affiliated with or endorsed by The Pokémon Company or The Pokémon Company International.