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The Kitchen is where games are won—or lost. This week, we're diving into what it takes to own the NVZ: applying pressure, forcing mistakes, and becoming the kind of player your opponents are afraid to hit to. Plus: what Tanner learned from his US Open experience, and why smart aggression beats mindless consistency at the highest level. Subscribe so you never miss a tip to level up your game.

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Want to win more dink battles? We’re breaking down pro-level dinking strategies—from how to isolate opponents in two-on-one scenarios to the critical drills you probably aren’t spending time on. Plus: Tanner melts Brodie’s brain with his side-spin backhand tip, and we analyze the unique dinking styles of top players. Subscribe so you never miss a tip to level up your game.

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Struggling in the transition zone? In this episode, we break down how to master the midcourt—when to reset vs. attack, why your split-step timing matters, and how cross-court resets can be your cheat code. Plus: how Brodie turns drilling into a game. 

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Should you drop or drive your third shot? This episode dives into the decision-making behind one of the most critical shots in pickleball. Brodie and Tanner break down when to drop vs. drive, how pros adjust based on the situation, and what the form, grip, and targets should actually look like. Learn how to play to your team's strengths, apply pressure, and use thirds to set up points—especially in mixed doubles. Plus: hybrid shots, shake & bake timing, and Brodie’s takeaways from competing at the first PPA Challenger. 

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Want to level up your serve and return game? This episode breaks down what separates high-level players from amateurs—including the four most important serve skills, strategic return placement, and how to eliminate common errors. Brodie and Tanner also dive into the mental side of serving, game-tested drills, and why this part of the game is more important than most players realize. Plus: the differences in singles vs. doubles serve tactics, and what Tanner learned playing Ben Johns. 

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Competitive player? Trying to level up your game? Meet 6.0 touring pro Tanner Tomassi (yes, that guy from your Instagram drills) and 5.5 player/coach Brodie Smith (+ CRBN community manager). They’re obsessed with strategy, decision-making, and the mental side of pickleball—and they’re bringing you along for the ride.
New episodes weekly. Share with your group chat, your doubles partner, or whoever handed you a paddle.

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Pickleball Cheat Code is the show for competitive players who want to level up their game. 🏓📈 Every week our hosts, Tanner Tommasi and Brodie Smith, share shortcuts to being a better player based on their real world experience. Each short, power-packed episode has the strategy and technique you need to win-coming from growth-driven pros who want to help you get better, faster. This show isn’t for beginners or casual players, but if you’re serious about winning, press play. 

Launching April 30th. New episodes every Wednesday! Watch the show on YouTube and Spotify, or listen wherever you get your podcasts. 

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