Sign up to save your podcasts
Or
Share PicklePod
Share to email
Share to Facebook
Share to X
Share to email
Share to Facebook
Share to X
Or
PicklePod
By The Dink & The Props NetworkSports
PicklePod episodes
- Big Announcements for NYC | Special Guest Chris Olson Sheds Light on the Paddle Controversy and Pickleball InnovationDescription:We told you we had big news NYC. Major League Pickleball is taking over the NYSE to kick off the week in New York. Filmmaker, Chris Olson (@thepickleballstudio) is a go to source for paddle knowledge and puts out some of the best content in pickleball. He joins the pod for some good old fashioned paddle talk and we cover how to create the perfect pickleball documentary.Show Notes5:25 Chris Olson jumps in the mix7:50 Almost got an Oscar for “Speedcubers” documentary16:40 Let’s get into some paddle talk23:23 Decrease paddle regulations or increase quality control?33:19 MLP to ring the opening bell for NYSE38:50 PPA Tour’s new testing policy42:22 PicklePod gets into the paddle testing business51:44 Do you prefer the Championship Sunday format for tournaments?54:22 How data science will change the game as we know itSocialsFollow The Dink PickleballTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteFollow Tyson ApostolTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices1 hr 1 min
- Is Ryan Sherry the John Daly of Pickleball?Description: Advanced statistics are entering the world of pro pickleball. Now we’ve got another way to nerd out. Tyson and Thomas debate if you should make the better player take the third shot or avoid them at all costs. New York City, we are coming so see you on May 26th. Save the date for an exclusive event with ONE37pm.Show Notes4:53 Ryan Sherry’s first PPA gold13:34 Stats breakdown from the PPA NC Open16:15 The Next Villian in Pickleball20:47 Make Ben Johns hit the third31:13 Tyson and Thomas head to the Big Apple35:14 Tyson on the fence about cutting his locks39:42 David Dobrik pickleball clip in DMs45:32 Paddle controversy correctionSocialsFollow The Dink PickleballTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteFollow Tyson ApostolTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices57 min
- The Paddle ControversyDescription: Tyson and Thomas weigh in on PaddleGate 2022. The PPA Tour has a new paddle compliance policy. We asked the dink fam, would Serena Williams crush the pickleball world on day 1? Tyson goes viral every year on May the 4th and you can too.Show Notes0:36 PPA North Carolina Open starts a shorts discussion3:50 The Dink Fam lives the pickleball life8:25 The Paddle Controvesy13:40 The PPA Tour’s new paddle compliance policy20:10 Field testing vs lab testing28:19 It’s time for the Serena Williams pickleball debut32:55 Tyson’s 33 million views formula35:30 Recruiting Twitter warriors to defend pickleballSocialsFollow The Dink PickleballTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteFollow Tyson ApostolTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices42 min
- Tyson is BACK | Rob Nunnery Shares a "Unique" StoryDescription: Tyson Apostol is BACK as host of the PicklePod. It’s always emotional when Rob Nunnery stops by. This time it’s hours after an unforgettable ER visit and he tells us all the horrific details. The strategy debate continues on how to cover the pickleball court. Thomas has a hack that will help get your erne count up.Show Notes:4:58 Thomas brings Tyson up to speed after his hiatus9:36 How’s Rob doing in Hawaii12:41 The Prestiege of the US Open in Question18:36 Upcoming tournament schedule and major events22:14 Rob has some doubts about the new court coverage strategy31:26 Thomas and Tyson talk about their tournament experience and respective trophy cases34:43 When to pull the trigger, maybe less than you think39:54 Thomas shares his pickleball hack42:26 Freestyle Boys new Cohost and DUPR ratings48:07 Spread ‘emSocialsFollow The Dink PickleballTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteFollow Tyson ApostolTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices1 hr 3 min
- LA Rams Reporter Camryn Irwin Has Got Skills on the Mic and the Pickleball CourtDescription: Camryn Irwin is a host for the LA Rams, AVP Tour, and Pac-12. The former college and pro volleyball player has made the switch to pickleball and was even in the booth for the PPA Tour last year. She confesses to Thomas and Casey that she is hooked on pickleball and plays 4-5 times a week. Listen for her unique perspective on how the game is growing and how viewership can be improved at the pro level.Show Notes:0:46 Casey introduces the Blonde Bomber Camryn Irwin6:15 Camryn talks about playing with pros and how she got into pickleball9:09 How can we improve viewership from a commentator’s perspective?12:08 Getting into the deception and combos of elite pickleball18:02 Let’s hear the backstories26:45 Will the pro game reach mass appeal?…consensus…YES!…here’s why.34:48 Camryn’s future in pickleball and other sports41:40 Recap of the last episode with Collin and the potential for innovation in strategy54:20 Mic’d up players a win for the audience55:52 Looking for future guests to keep us nerding out!SocialsFollow The Dink PickleballTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteFollow Tyson ApostolTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices1 hr 3 min
- Collin Johns is a Pickleball SavantDescription: Collin Johns joins the PicklePod and breaks down pro pickleball strategy like we have never seen before. Thomas and Casey try to keep up with court geometry, attacking angles and why doubles pickleball is not meant to be a 50/50 game. Grab you pen and notebook for this one, you’re gonna need it.Show Notes:0:27 Introducing Collin Johns, the Highlander, the Rightsider.8:51 Training with GOATs, Simone and Ben, while coming up with Dekel.12:07 Why no singles? Old fashioned sibling rivalry.17:19 Will tennis pros takeover pickleball?23:18 Tips for up and coming “right siders” for perfecting complementary pickleball.35:00 Time to shine for the lefthanders.42:00 What’s it going to take to beat the Johns bros? Can Casey be the Kevin Durant kryptonite of pickleball?49:34 How progressions in technology change the game, and tell me how you really feel about spin serves.55:48 Let’s go in deep on return of serve strategy. Gotta work in the changeup.SocialsFollow The Dink PickleballTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteFollow Tyson ApostolTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices1 hr 3 min
- Ben Johns Announces New Partnership with JoolaDescription: The world’s top pickleball player, Ben Johns, joins the PicklePod to announce Joola as his new paddle and primary sponsor. The Hyperion paddle will debut at the PPA Red Rocks Open on April 7th. Will the switch to carbon fiber and Joola’s paddle engineering expertise make Johns unbeatable?Show Notes1:10 Ben’s big announcement!7:47 The new frontiers of paddle technology15:33 Pickleball Wordwide…investors? Possibly you! Ben’s excited for the growth of pickleball particularly internationally26:05 Shot combos/patterns vs reactions, two handed backhands, team combos and play calling32:52 Bringing in the casual fan: camera angles, player backstories, CASH!37:17 Discussing strategies when dealing with the elements (eg. wind)45:05 How to beat Ben and Anna Leigh Waters50:40 Ben’s advice for all players54:18 Beyond the Baseline: Get to know Ben off the court!SocialsFollow The Dink PickleballTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteFollow Tyson ApostolTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices1 hr
- Gary VaynerchuckDescription: Thomas sits down with Gary Vee to talk about his recent purchase of a pickleball team and to discuss where he thinks the sport is going.SocialsFollow The Dink PickleballTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteFollow Tyson ApostolTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices17 min
- Pickleball OG Kyle Yates is Here to Educate the PodDescription: Casey Patterson is back as guest host and is joined by special guest Kyle Yates. Kyle has been at the top of the game for nearly a decade. He drops eight years worth of pickleball knowledge on the guys and shows some love for the legends of the sport. Has the strategy of the game changed? No, but the execution is better than ever…can you keep up?Show Notes0:54 “OG” Kyle Yates from the “pickleball capital” gives his perspective on the rise of pickleball8:45 Is the window still open to go pro? Need a specialty?12:40 Tourney prep: vacay vs play16:17 What Kyle is excited about for pickleball’s future…let’s get rowdy!25:40 MLP team event was a great way to showcase the game32:20 Speedup strategies and setting up the 1-2 punch. Puppet Master shoutout!43:53 The guys talk drilling?!?!?46:17 Adding to the arsenal of shots as EVERYBODY keeps getting better51:00 The new kids on the block: Tardio, Johnson, Frazier54:30 What’s next for Kyle?SocialsFollow The Dink PickleballTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteFollow Tyson ApostolTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices58 min
- Predicting the Future of Pickleball with Casey PattersonDescription: US Olympian and AVP stud Casey Patterson is here to guest host. Everything happening in professional pickleball is giving Casey deja vu. From big sponsors buying in to crossover athletes taking over the game. Listen to see where he thinks the game is headed and how we’re going to get there.Show Notes2:25 Casey’s big chance7:10 how to improve pickleball viewership?Let’s get rowdy! Zane gets it, backstories17:10 GOAT talk. J dub enters the chat22:10 Alex the Neumann to watch. Tennis players are coming!27:26 Riverland PPA…Casey’s impressed. DUPR ratings as a predictor for results35:30 Wild West of pickleball sponsorship. Send Crocs!43:29 Life in Austin. Oh, hi Collin Johns!48:13 Casey’s plans…more pickleball please! Keep playing up!56:48 Thomas shows off his new shades from SportRxSocialsFollow The Dink PickleballTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteFollow Tyson ApostolTwitterFacebookInstagramTikTokOfficial WebsiteLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices1 hr
About PicklePod
From the publisher's feed
On “PicklePod”, Thomas Shields and Zane Navratil deliver an entrée of updates from around the Pickleball World. Some would say it’s a “Picklers” dream podcast with the duo’s loud and unfiltered…
insights commentating on the good, the bad, and even the ugly sides of the sport as Pickleball undeniably rockets towards mainstream adoption. Weekly rotating topics, guests, tournament recaps, Pickleball pop-culture, player strategies, and more. No comment or topic can breach the PicklePod Non-Valley Zone, everything is in play. It’s on the PicklePod or it didn’t happen. Thomas Shields is the Founder Of “The Dink Pickleball” Media company and Zane Navratil is atop ranked pickleball pro who has won championships on the PPA Tour, APP Tour, and Major League Pickleball. RSSVERIFY