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Tennis
Anna Leigh Waters
Nike
The Kitchen
MLP
Maroon 5
Ben Johns
Franklin
Business
Whole Foods Market
Newport Beach
Entourage
Drew Brees
James Valentine
Israel
PPA Tour
Major League Pickleball (MLP)
Christian Alshon
Terrell Owens

The Pickleballers Podcast — hosted by Jared Paul and Dane Iliff, founders of The Kitchen (the largest media company in pickleball), alongside top-ranked pro Roscoe Bellamy — is your new go-to source for all things pickleball.From breaking news and spicy hot takes to hilarious banter and all-star guests, Pickleballers brings the energy. Tune in for celebrity drop-ins, pro insights, and a front-row ... more

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Alix Truong is the number one Vietnamese pickleball player in the world and currently ranked eighth on the PPA Tour. She's one of the sport's most compelling rising voices — a player who came up through every level of the game and is now helping grow... more

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Connor Hance and Drew Baird are the founders of Enhance Pickleball — the most-followed pickleball content creators, with more YouTube subscribers and Instagram followers than anyone else in the sport.

In this episode, Connor and Drew sit down with R... more

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Vivienne David is one of the most beloved players pickleball has ever had — a true fan favorite, a bright light on tour, and a former world No. 2 in mixed doubles who just announced she’s stepping away from pro pickleball.

In this episode, Vivienne ... more

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Hunter Johnson is the world #1 singles pickleball player — the top spot in the fastest-growing sport on the planet, and a title that comes with way more pressure than people realize.

In this episode, Hunter sits down with Roscoe and Jared to talk ab... more

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Recent Guests

Alix Truong
Number one Vietnamese pickleball player, top-ranked on the PPA Tour
Professional pickleball player
Episode: Alix Truong: How a Teenage Prodigy Became the #1 Vietnamese Pickleball Player | S3 E8
Connor Hance
Founder/CEO of Enhance Pickleball
Enhance Pickleball
Episode: Enhance Pickleball: Owning the Content Game, $65K Nightmare, and How They Built the Brand | S3 E7
Drew Baird
Co-founder of Enhance Pickleball
Enhance Pickleball
Episode: Enhance Pickleball: Owning the Content Game, $65K Nightmare, and How They Built the Brand | S3 E7
Vivienne David
Retired professional pickleball player; former top mixed doubles player
Former professional athlete
Episode: Vivienne David: The Real Story Behind Her Retirement | S3 E6
Andre Agassi
Olympic gold medalist, eight Grand Slams tennis legend, author
Agassi Brand / Pickleball Ventures
Episode: Andre Agassi: How Pickleball Changed His Life | S3 E4
Leigh Waters
Mother of Anna Leigh Waters, former player and coach
Athlete's family/coach
Episode: Leigh Waters: What It’s Really Like Raising Pickleball’s Greatest Player
Greg Dow
Professional pickleball player and commentator interviewed on the show
Pickleball community / professional circuit
Episode: Greg Dow: The Funniest Player on Tour (Unfiltered Stories, Hot Takes, and Chaos)
Genie Bouchard
Former professional tennis player, current Pickleball player
Professional athlete, Pickleball player
Episode: Genie Bouchard: Wimbledon, Fame, and Becoming a Legit Pro Pickleballer | S2 E10
Terrell Owens
Hall of Fame NFL wide receiver
Former NFL player, pickleball enthusiast
Episode: Terrell Owens: From NFL Hall of Famer to Chasing Pro Pickleball | S2 E9

Hosts

Jared Paul
Host of Pickleballers; co-founder of The Kitchen; prominent media figure in pickleball.
Dane Iliff
Co-host of Pickleballers; co-founder of The Kitchen; key media figure in the pickleball ecosystem.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Tyra’s ep is amazing

    My first time listening to the show; your interview with Tyra was incredible. Very well done. I am now a fan of the podcast and a huge fan of HTB.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tall0079
    United States4 months ago

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Hosts bring energy and clear expertise to the sport
Tyra's ep is amazing
Very well produced and insightful; great guest variety
Strong value for brands looking to sponsor with authentic athletes

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#249
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Lea Jansen & Jason Aspes on The Power & Politics of Pickleball | S1 E5
Q: What prompted Jason to take on a governance role and how has the process evolved?
Jason explains that the need for independent governance grew from concerns about paddle testing, industry conflicts, and a desire to standardize rules, which led to forming UPA and distancing from other bodies.
Lea Jansen & Jason Aspes on The Power & Politics of Pickleball | S1 E5
Q: How did Lea get into pickleball and what role did Tyson marketing play in her path?
Lea describes starting in Grand Rapids, moving from tennis to pickleball during the pandemic, and how Tyson's branding helped bring attention to the sport, which inspired her to pursue pickleball more seriously.
Sam Querrey Beat Nadal & Djokovic, Now He’s Playing Pickleball | S1 E8
Q: When did you realize pickleball could be more than a side project and become a serious pro path?
He explains that after observing Wes and the growing interest in pickleball, a paddle deal and formal talks with sponsors followed, marking the shift from hobbyist to professional contender in the sport.
Sam Querrey Beat Nadal & Djokovic, Now He’s Playing Pickleball | S1 E8
Q: Do you want to dig deeper into your tennis career and how it shaped your transition to pickleball?
Sam describes a long, disciplined path through junior and senior tennis, the decision to go pro, and how watching the pickleball scene evolve convinced him to pivot, all while maintaining a thoughtful approach to training and competition.
Hunter & Yates Johnson on Drama, Relationships, and the Road from Pro Tennis to Pickleball
Q: What was the turning point that made you realize pickleball could be a serious career?
Seeing TV coverage and prize money, plus mentors like Roscoe's family pushing us to try it, led us to commit to building our skills in this fast-growing sport.

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What is Pickleballers about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on high-level pickleball talent, pro circuits, branding, and the sport's rapid growth, with episodes that pair personal career arcs with industry shifts. Listeners get candid discussions about life on tour, sponsorship deals, crossovers from tennis and other sports, media dynamics, and predictive takes on where pickleball is headed—from Olympic prospects to evolving tour structures and gear innovations. The format blends sharp banter, strategic insights, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes, making it valuable for players, sponsors, coaches, and brands looking to understand the sport's ecosystem and how to engage with its rising stars.

Noteworthy angles include deep dives into branding and endorsements (Nike, Franklin, tech gea... more

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Recent guests on Pickleballers include:

1. Alix Truong
2. Connor Hance
3. Drew Baird
4. Vivienne David
5. Andre Agassi
6. Leigh Waters
7. Greg Dow
8. Genie Bouchard

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