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Cracked Paddles Podcast (Pickleball Podcast)

Cracked Racquets
MLP
Pickleball
Manila, Philippines
Philippines
MLP New York
Major League Pickleball
Pickleball Etiquette
Hanoi, Vietnam
Tama Shimabukuro
Columbus, United States
Cincinnati, United States
St. Petersburg, United States
Dumaguete
Palm Beach Royals
World Pickleball Ranking
Chicago, United States
Ben Johns
Sacramento, United States
Beijing, China
PPA Tour

“Cracked Paddles Podcast” is a weekly pickleball podcast hosted by Alex Crum (AC) and Kevin Dong (KD) that brings you the biggest storylines, controversies, guests, and tips for both professional and recreational pickleball. This is a podcast that undoubtedly will bring joy and belly laughs to your life both in and outside the kitchen – guaranteed, or your money back. Tune in every Wednesday to he... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes50Foundeda year ago
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Latest Episodes

AC and Kevin celebrate the 50th episode of Cracked Paddles with a breakdown of PPA Las Vegas, including the tour's controversial late-night scheduling, AC's continued struggles with knee recovery, and the mental challenges of competing against the wo... more

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AC and Kevin catch up after a chaotic stretch that included illness, travel, and one of AC’s roughest tournament experiences yet. AC recounts suffering full-body cramps during singles in Mesa, the dehydration that ultimately forced him off the court,... more

AC and Kevin start by preparing Kevin’s brother Brian for his first 5.0 tournament, breaking down the most common mistakes they see from 4.5-level players. From overhitting drives and forcing offense to poor transition decisions, counter technique, a... more

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AC and Kevin break down the end of the Columbus Sliders’ MLP season in Newport Beach, including the playoff loss to Brooklyn and AC’s difficult DreamBreaker performance against Christian Alshon. AC reflects on the pressure of returning to singles aft... more

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Hosts

Alex Crum
Host of Cracked Paddles Podcast, Cracked Media Ventures affiliate.
Kevin Dong
Co-host of Cracked Paddles Podcast, Cracked Media Ventures affiliate.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • For dudes only

    Too much testerone. No female host or even conversations about women killing it on the court. Don’t waste your time listening to…

    Apple Podcasts
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    Johnsm44
    United Statesa year ago

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Some listeners feel the show leans male-centric with limited female host representation.

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Two seasoned pickleball hosts bring a fast-paced, opinionated take on the biggest stories in the sport, from tournament drama and policy debates to training tips and sponsorship chatter. Episodes blend event analysis, inside-the-venue anecdotes, and practical coaching drills, with frequent banter about gear, travel, and the pro circuit. Unique strengths include a candid, long-running host dynamic, a willingness to tackle governance, formats, and sponsorships, plus a global outlook that covers events and scenes beyond the U.S. Potential listeners will likely value actionable coaching advice, industry insights, and entertaining behind-the-scenes narratives that connect on-court technique with the business of the sport.

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