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Everything But The Kitchen Dink Pickleball Podcast

Robert Rosenfield and Andy Kersh
Pickleball
English Open
Pickleball England
Paddle
Drop Serve
DUPR
Telford
Paddles
Oxford
Duper
Carbon
Manchester, United Kingdom
VAIR
Footwear
Diadem Sports
PPL
The Villages
Orlando, United States
Richard Love
The Fort

Everything But the Kitchen Dink (EBTKD), is the hit pickleball podcast hosted by medal-winning amateurs Rob and Andy. Join them each week as they dive into the latest pickleball news, gear reviews & plenty of laughs and honest opinions. They share the ups and downs of their own playing journey, offering advice, encouragement, and relatable insight for fellow enthusiasts. With top guests from the g... more

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Latest Episodes

We’re celebrating our landmark 150th episode with an all-things-Diadem special, featuring our annual trip to Pompano Beach, Florida to sit down with Co-Founder Michael Mangalardi. Michael opens up about the brand’s current journey, the exciting new r... more

Rob and Andy are finally back together and the party’s over—it’s time to get serious on court. This episode dives into how tactics can actually work, how to change your reaction to bad sessions, plus honest stories from cruise pickleball, league play... more

The boys are reunited! Tournaments, Florida sun and back down to Earth with a bump—this episode covers it all.

Show-court nerves, comeback medals, sandbagging talk and new paddle paddles.

Tune in for honest stories, laughs and real talk that every pi... more

This episode is a must‑listen if you want to seriously improve your pickleball mental game. We are joined by Professor Graham Jones and Dr Tara Jones, world‑class sport psychologists who have helped athletes at every level, including Olympic and Worl... more

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Recent Guests

Graham Jones
Professor of psychology with background in elite sport performance
Professor Graham Jones (Book co-author)
Episode: Episode 147: Gold Medal Pickleball Psychology
Tara Jones
Doctor of psychology, co-author, practitioner
Dr. Tara Jones (Book co-author)
Episode: Episode 147: Gold Medal Pickleball Psychology
Gordon Gebert
Inventor of Slam Master and Slam Master Pro
Self-Developed Paddle Training Tools
Episode: Episode 144: Premature Attackulation with Gordon G.G. Gebert
Joanne Van Der
Head referee, Netherlands-born organizer figure
Episode: Episode 142: The Wind Beneath My Paddle
James Chowdry
Interviewee from on-site interviews
Episode: Episode 142: The Wind Beneath My Paddle
Anthony Mack
Coach and legend providing sarcastic comments on court
Episode: Episode 142: The Wind Beneath My Paddle
Melissa McCurley
Hall of Fame Pickleball player and contributor, former owner/CEO of pickleballtournaments.com
Hall of Fame, Pickleball Tournaments
Episode: Episode 141: Hall of Famer Melissa McCurley
Mike Barker
VAIR CEO
VAIR
Episode: Episode 140: VAIR CEO Mike Barker
Mark Fossbrook
Special guest discussing a world-first hybrid team pickleball tournament
Courtside (Manchester) / Invictus Active / West Midlands region initiatives
Episode: Episode 131: Barking Mad!

Hosts

Rob
Host of Everything But The Kitchen Dink; co-founder of the EBТKD podcast brand; frequent gear and tournament discussion.
Andy
Co-host of Everything But The Kitchen Dink; brings on-court experience and playful banter to gear and event discussions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Finally listened to every episode

    I’ve listened to every episode and I think I should be awarded with a water bottle sticker 😆😆

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    South Lakes pickler
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Super fun

    Recently found this podcast and really enjoy it. The hosts have a fun banter and it's nice to learn from them what's happening in the world of pickleball.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BP Writer
    United States2 years ago
  • A funny partnership putting a smile on my face!

    Thanks Rob and Andy for taking the time to talk about Pickleball and putting some humour and banter around the topic, whether it’s about paddles, leagues, DUPR or just how bad one of you (I forget which one) plays, it’s all some innocent fun. Keep up the great work. It is difficult to know who is who, so maybe on the next episode you can determine somehow for the audience some distinctive characteristics of each other’s voices? Cheers, Michael ツ

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stayingaliveuk
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Hilarious & informative.

    I’ve never played pickle ball in my life yet I look forward to this podcast every week. Funny stories, lots of laughs and I learn something new each week about the sport. It’s kinda like Pickle-ball for Dummies.

    Amazing chemistry between the two hosts and their enthusiasm is contagious.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Hassidic Headbanger
    United States4 years ago
  • Love the podcast

    Love their podcast, but very tough to understand them with their Brooklyn accents. I don’t play pickle ball, but I love pickles

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    How did i get her ?
    United States4 years ago

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 140: VAIR CEO Mike Barker
Q: What are the short-term goals for VAIR in the next 6-12 months?
The goals include launching our own league and tournament software, expanding partnerships with clubs and federations, rolling out multi-sport ratings (padel, badminton, etc.), and building a large network of ambassadors, raiders, and VAIR pros to drive adoption.
Episode 140: VAIR CEO Mike Barker
Q: How does VAIR handle rec play versus tournament play and prevent manipulation?
VAIR uses a bifurcated approach: a recreational side where self-rating is possible and a verified side where ratings are validated by human raters through video submissions and a rigorous Q&A, with safeguards and bubbles to prevent sandbagging and ensure accurate progression.
Episode 140: VAIR CEO Mike Barker
Q: What is VAIR and how did you come up with the name?
VAIR stands for Visually Assessed International Rating, and it combines human VAIR raters with certified coaches to create a standardized, cross-sport rating system that adapts to different games while maintaining a common scale from 2 to 8.
Episode 144: Premature Attackulation with Gordon G.G. Gebert
Q: How did the Slam Master evolve into the Slam Master Pro for game simulation?
The Slam Master Pro is a more game-focused version designed for practicing in game scenarios. It includes refinements to the cord length and mechanics to simulate real play more accurately, such as volley work and rapid transitions, which helps players work on strategy and reaction in a way that mirrors actual matches.
Episode 144: Premature Attackulation with Gordon G.G. Gebert
Q: What exactly is the Slam Master and how is it used in training?
The Slam Master is a paddle with a stretchy cord that attaches to a ball. It's used to develop eye-hand coordination, practice ground strokes, volleys, and shot timing. The seven-foot cord length lets players dink over the net and have the ball automatically return, enabling repetitive practice and the development of game-like mechanics.

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Two longtime amateur players host a lively weekly show focused on pickleball news, gear testing, and practical on-court tips, with lots of banter and relatable anecdotes. Episodes frequently cover tournament play, gear debates (paddles, weights, and brands), league developments, and the evolving pickleball ecosystem across the UK and beyond. A standout feature is the duo's chemistry and willingness to unpack strategy and mindset in approachable, humorous conversations, often featuring guests—including inventors, organizers, and players—who offer insider perspectives on growth, events, and technology in the sport.

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