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Pickleball's #1 Podcast with Top Pro Zane Navratil and Pickleball Creator, Nico The Lefty. 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 st... more

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Latest Episodes

MLP is BACK — and Week 1 in Dallas did not disappoint. The Mad Drops took the whole thing, Ben Johns reminded everyone he is NOT to be slept on, and Danny Townsend made the entire pickleball world do a double-take. Nico and Zane break it all down.

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Major League Pickleball is back, and Commissioner Samin Odhwani joined PicklePod to explain all of the new changes heading into the season.

We break down:

- The new MLP tournament format

- Super Sunday / Super Monday explained

- Dreambreaker subs... more

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For this week’s PicklePod, we’re joined by two of the most exciting young stars in pickleball: Hayden Patriquin and Gabe Tardio of the St. Louis Shock.

We dive into everything from Shock team culture and MLP pressure to why Gabe ignored traditional ... more

Emergency pod time.

Bread & Butter has officially been acquired by Selkirk, and the pickleball world immediately exploded with questions. So Zane and Nico brought Doug Sapusek on the podcast immediately to talk about the deal, the future of Bread & ... more

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Recent Guests

Gabe Tardio
Professional pickleball player, former Premier/Challenger player, top doubles competitor
Independent player
Episode: No Sleep. No Rules. Just Winning. w/ Gabe Tardio + Hayden Patriquin
Doug from Bread & Butter
Owner of Bread & Butter, marketing-focused founder
Bread & Butter
Episode: Emergency Pod: A Pickleball Brand Just Sold for MILLIONS
Steve Kuhn
Executive/entrepreneur focused on Pickleball growth in Asia
PCL, Asia
Episode: The First Triple Pickle in Pro History + Steve Kuhn on Pickleball's INSANE Growth in Asia
Adam Bobrow
Table tennis influencer and commentator
Self-employed/Brand collaborations
Episode: Adam Bobrow vs. Zane | Snake Shot vs. Chainsaw Serve Challenge
James Ignatowich
Paddle entrepreneur and former pro; RPM founder
RPM, paddle brand
Episode: James Ignatowich Was TERMINATED and Now Sells 10,000 Paddles a Month
Evan Slaughter
Humorous content creator and Purple Heart recipient.
Fit2Serve
Episode: He Was Awarded the PURPLE HEART and Now He's Generating MILLIONS of Views
Tom Webb
Chief Marketing Officer of the APP
APP
Episode: Paddle of the Year Award, Star Players DROPPED, The APP's Master Plan
Anna Bright
Professional pickleball player and social media influencer
Episode: Anna Bright Sparks NEW GOAT Debate in Men's Doubles
Blaine Hovenier
Pickleball player and guest on PicklePod
Six Zero Sports
Episode: The Crowd Turned on Us at the Masters w/ Blaine Hovenier

Hosts

Thomas Shields
Host of PicklePod; Founder of The Dink Pickleball Media
Zane Navratil
Co-host and top-ranked pickleball pro; has competed on PPA, APP, and MLP circuits

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 265 ratings
  • Nico is a moron

    AL and H clearly the best pound for pound 😂😂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tall0079
    United Statesa month ago
  • Getting better all the time

    Fantastic work Zane. Really enjoying what you’re doing with the podcast. Keep up the excellent work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SabasSurestep
    Canadaa year ago
  • Boring

    Boring, boring, boring. Can you possibly say something interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RaFa my dogs name
    United States2 years ago
  • Bro!

    Bro? Bro! Broooo! Seven minutes in and still bro bro bro.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    annramey
    United States3 years ago
  • They let anyone have a podcast

    I was reading Zane’s mocking of Squeaky and the Normie, and the combined hysteria made me listen to this podcast. When I heard Zane’s voice, I thought - yep, anyone can have a podcast. The other guy, I think he’s Tommy - or Tomas, or something like that - has a good radio voice. I’m not sure if he could do PBP for the PPA or MLP - but his voice is soothing… and my favorite part is when they have a guest, and he doesn’t pay attention to Zane’s moaning, and pretends he isn’t there. He can’t do thi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eddie Panic
    United States3 years ago

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Fans praise strong guests and insightful industry chatter, with fun banter and good production.
Some reviews mention room for tighter pacing or more structured segments, but overall positive sentiment around guests and coverage.
Listeners note the show's deep dives into pro-level moves and league dynamics, while enjoying the humor and chemistry between hosts.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

No Sleep. No Rules. Just Winning. w/ Gabe Tardio + Hayden Patriquin
Q: What was Gabe's turning point after being dropped from Premier to Challenger?
He used the setback as motivation to prove himself, embracing hard work and strategic adjustments to elevate his level and secure long-term success.
MLP Commissioner BREAKS DOWN Massive Changes
Q: Could you have a national or global event structure like Asia, and how would it integrate US talent?
Samin describes plans for MLP Asia with country-specific competitions culminating in a final event, while considering how to balance US talent participation and ensure a cohesive global schedule that still centers core MLP dynamics.
MLP Commissioner BREAKS DOWN Massive Changes
Q: What is now the main hurdle for Major League Pickleball?
Samin explains two intertwined challenges: sustainable allocation of players to teams given varying spending, and building a business model that lets teams generate meaningful revenues to incentivize investing in top talent.
Adam Bobrow vs. Zane | Snake Shot vs. Chainsaw Serve Challenge
Q: Adam, how did you get the start in table tennis content creation?
Adam shares growing up with table tennis, early paddle experiences, and how entertainment background helped him merge into sports content creation.
James Ignatowich Was TERMINATED and Now Sells 10,000 Paddles a Month
Q: What was the biggest surprise about starting a paddle company?
The biggest surprise was that coordinating with suppliers and ensuring consistent quality across factories was far more challenging than actually making the paddle; factories have multiple clients and little incentive to prioritize any single order.

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A fast-paced show that constantly dissects the latest in pickleball, combining league news, player movement, sponsorships, and business dynamics with candid banter. Episodes frequently cover how tours operate, contract and signings, major league developments, and tournament recaps, often featuring insider perspectives from players, executives, and industry insiders. A notable strength is its ability to pair hard-hitting industry analysis with humorous camaraderie and guest interviews, giving both pro-level insight and accessible takeaways for enthusiasts looking to understand growth, governance, and opportunity within the sport.

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1. Gabe Tardio
2. Doug from Bread & Butter
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