
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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 214 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Sports | |||

Zane Navratil is a PPA gold medalist again—and Nico Acevedo nearly turned a grueling tournament run into a championship of his own. Zane shares what made PPA Barcelona feel like a throwback, while Nico joins the conversation to unpack his breakout pe... more
One of the wildest pickleball Sundays in a long time just got even crazier. A 15 seed nearly hijacks men’s doubles, a bird literally crashes the singles final, and the new PPA format changes are already reshaping who gets rewarded, who gets punished,... more
200 episodes in, the PicklePod is celebrating with one of its most revealing conversations yet about where pickleball is headed next.
Zane and Nico break down everything that happened at the PPA event in Kuala Lumpur, including the results, the impa... more
Pickleball’s biggest assumptions just got blown up. From 100-degree chaos in Cary to the sport’s new ranking system, this episode breaks down the rule changes, schedule quirks, and surprising matchups that could reshape how pro pickleball looks all s... more
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Why do you think that we care about Nico’s opinion on MLP players, teams and matchups? This podcast has gotten so boring I’m tempted to unsubscribe. Stop talking about tiers and which team would be toast unless they trade for blah, blah, blah….Get back to talking about the industry and the game.
AL and H clearly the best pound for pound 😂😂
Fantastic work Zane. Really enjoying what you’re doing with the podcast. Keep up the excellent work.
Boring, boring, boring. Can you possibly say something interesting.
Bro? Bro! Broooo! Seven minutes in and still bro bro bro.
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The show delivers fast-paced, humorous commentary on the professional pickleball scene, mixing on-court analysis, league news, and culture-driven banter. Hosts explore big storylines—from trades and governance to player dynamics and weekend results—while peppering discussions with memetic segments, player profiles, and community-focused interviews. A standout trait is its blend of insider industry insight with approachable, humorous dialogue, making complex moves in the pro circuit feel accessible to both hardcore fans and casual listeners. The format often features high-profile guests, offbeat segments, and candid takes on the sport's rapid growth and evolving media landscape, which can be especially appealing to sponsors and brands aiming... more
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3. Grayson Golden
4. Cameron Boltes
5. Zoey Weil
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