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Life Lessons from Pickleball™

Shelley Maurer and Sher Emerick
Pickleball
Community Engagement
Pickleball Kingdom
Costa Rica
Mental Health
Community
Kyiv, Ukraine
Better Pickleball
Coaching
Relationships
Life Lessons
Seattle
Education
Kids and Teens
Energy Medicine
City Of Kirkland
Civic Engagement
New Mexico and Arizona Pickleball Association
Jakarta, Indonesia
Therapy

Meet Shelley and Sher, the dynamic duo, who found more than just a sport on the Pickleball court - they discovered how Pickleball was weaving its magic, creating connections, boosting confidence, and sprinkling their lives with amazing joy. Inspired by their own personal transformation and the contagious enthusiasm of their fellow players, they knew this was more than a game. Join them on their we... more

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Latest Episodes

After 112 incredible conversations with guests from around the world, Sher and Shelley are stepping away from recording new episodes of Life Lessons from Pickleball™ for now as they focus on exciting new projects.

In this special episode, they refle... more

What happens when a Navy veteran, crisis-response leader, and technology executive brings her gifts for service, calm, and innovation into the world of pickleball?

In this episode, we talk with Melissa McCurley, one of the most influential behind-th... more

How can pickleball help seniors live longer, build stronger friendships, and discover that it is never too late to start something new?

In this episode, we talk with Tony Schneider, president of U.S. Senior Pickleball, about the power of sport, comm... more

What happens when a lifelong inventor falls in love with pickleball and decides the sport deserves something better?

In this episode, we talk with Mae Romero, an inventor, entrepreneur, lifelong problem solver, and founder of Okto Pickleball. Mae sh... more

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Recent Guests

Tony Schneider
President of US. Senior Pickleball
US. Senior Pickleball
Episode: E111: Tony Schneider: Fun, Friendship, and Fitness Through U.S. Senior Pickleball
Mae Romero
Inventor, founder of Okto Pickleball
Okto Pickleball
Episode: E110: Mae Romero: Inventing a Better Way to Carry the Game
Kyle Case
CEO of the Huntsman World Senior Games, host of Huntsman's Active Life podcast
Huntsman World Senior Games
Episode: E109: Kyle Case: Don’t Stop — The Power of Active Aging Through Pickleball
Dotti Berry
Mental and peak performance coach, Creator of Mental Edge, The X Factor
Coach B / Mental Edge / The X Factor
Episode: E108: Dotti Berry: Training the Mental Edge in Pickleball and Life
Lydia Hirt
New York–based pickleball community builder and marketer
CityPickle and Lifetime Pickleball
Episode: E106: Lydia Hirt: Building Community, Style, and Opportunity Through Pickleball
Suryaveer Singh Bhullar
President of the Indian Pickleball Association
Indian Pickleball Association
Episode: E105: Suryaveer Singh Bhullar: Growing Pickleball Across India
Nikki Baker
Retired FedEx leader, IPTPA instructor, coach, ambassador for pickleball
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Episode: E104: Shari Murphree & Nikki Baker: A Pickleball Friendship That Saved a Life
Shari Murphree
Retired healthcare executive, former administrator at Willow Crest Hospital and Moccasin Bend Ranch
Healthcare
Episode: E104: Shari Murphree & Nikki Baker: A Pickleball Friendship That Saved a Life
John Coray
Retired Naval officer, community leader, pickleball advocate
Midcoast Maine Pickleball (president during initiative)
Episode: E103: John Coray: Pickleball in Prison, Community and Second Chances

Hosts

Shelley Mauer
Host focused on life lessons from pickleball; co-host with extensive involvement in community-driven stories and sport advocacy.
Sher Emrick
Co-host, brings a collaborative energy and broad perspective on pickleball community-building and storytelling.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Super engaging and informative pickleball podcast!

    This podcast is so enjoyable to listen to and keeps you current on all things pickleball. The hosts are great and especially appreciated episode 9 with 94-yr old pickleball player, Joyce Jones. Wow, how inspiring! Look forward to listening more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BP Writer
    United States2 years ago

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Episodes cover a wide range of impactful topics beyond the court.
Engaging hosts who bring energy and warmth to pickleball stories.
Guests consistently deliver inspiring life-and-sport narratives.
Great for listeners who want practical takeaways and human-interest moments.

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E111: Tony Schneider: Fun, Friendship, and Fitness Through U.S. Senior Pickleball
Q: How can someone in Seattle get involved or find events?
There are ambassadors in Seattle and a marketing director there; you can visit the website to see available tournaments or join as a member, and you can search for ambassadors or instructors in your area on the site.
E111: Tony Schneider: Fun, Friendship, and Fitness Through U.S. Senior Pickleball
Q: Tony, what is US. Senior Pickleball and how does it serve the senior community?
USSP is an organization built by and for seniors, focusing on fun, friendship, and fitness through pickleball. It partners with health and facility providers to expand access, runs grassroots initiatives, and offers affordable tournaments and programs to keep seniors active and socially connected.
E63: Raj Chikkalingaiah: Pickleball and the Power of Mental Strategy
Q: How did your competitive background shape your approach to pickleball and coaching?
It taught me to manage nerves, detach from outcomes, and focus on the process and communication with partners to stay aggressive and present.
E64: Ilana Long: From Comedy Stages to Pickleball Pages
Q: How did Pickleballers come to life?
The book concept emerged from combining her post-pandemic creative energy, a prior science fiction project that hadn't found traction, and a daughter's observation that Pickleball is a popular first-date activity, which spurred a setting where social play drives romance and community.
E64: Ilana Long: From Comedy Stages to Pickleball Pages
Q: Was humor always a big part of your life growing up?
Ilana describes being the class clown and pursuing a long arc through college improv and stand-up, eventually finding her niche by writing sketch comedy and embracing storytelling from a female perspective.

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This show pairs hosts who explore life lessons learned through pickleball, weaving personal growth, community impact, and practical tips into candid conversations. Episodes center on invention, leadership, coaching, and sport-for-good stories, with guests ranging from product designers and athletes to nonprofit founders who use pickleball to empower communities worldwide. Noteworthy are episodes that spotlight aging athletes, social impact initiatives, and large-scale events that foster connection, resilience, and confidence on and off the court.

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1. Tony Schneider
2. Mae Romero
3. Kyle Case
4. Dotti Berry
5. Lydia Hirt
6. Suryaveer Singh Bhullar
7. Nikki Baker
8. Shari Murphree

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