Ep 38. The Poke Spokesman
- April 26, 2001
Ash and his friends meet with a man named Simon who is promoting the use of bicycles as a healthier mode of transportation. Simon has an idea to create a Bicycle Road, but he needs a spokesperson to help raise awareness and promote the project. Ash volunteers to take on the role, but before they can start filming a commercial, Team Rocket concocts a plan to steal all the bicycles in the area.
With the help of Ash's Pikachu and Misty's Togepi, they manage to catch up to Team Rocket but are unable to stop their balloon from flying away with all the bicycles. Determined to stop Team Rocket and save the bicycles, Ash and his friends team up with Simon and his group of cycling enthusiasts to give chase.
The group discovers Team Rocket's hideout and must face off against them in a battle to retrieve the stolen bicycles. In the end, Simon realizes that he has found the perfect spokesperson for his Bicycle Road project in Ash, who has proven to be a talented cyclist and an advocate for the benefits of cycling.
The episode showcases the importance of physical activity and the benefits of cycling as a mode of transportation. It also highlights the determination and teamwork required to overcome obstacles and achieve a common goal. The message of the episode is one of positivity and encourages viewers to embrace healthy habits and pursue their passions.