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Bad Calls - Pickleball Podcast

Travis Rettenmaier & Graham D'Amico
Pickleball
Major League Pickleball
Tennis
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Florida Smash
Georgia Johnson
Ruckpack
Charles Darling
Andrei Daescu
Proton Sports
MLP (major League Pickleball)
Proton
Paddle Technology
DSQ
Pickleplex Punta
Professional Pickleball
Minnesota Indoor Championship
Softball
Community Sports
Sports Equipment

Bad Calls is where pickleball talk meets questionable judgment. Hosted by Graham D’Amico and Travis Rettenmaier—co-owners of Major League Pickleball’s Florida Smash and self-proclaimed experts in bad decisions—this show is a mix of unfiltered takes, trash talk, and whatever else comes to mind between games.

Travis is a top PPA pro and a former pro tennis player, which gives him just enough confid... more

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Latest Episodes

Rising pro Jon Lucien pulls up to Bad Calls to talk back-to-back singles wins, why deception beats pace, and how a chess habit sharpens his reads. We argue Gen 1 vs Gen 4 paddles, recap the PPA Vintage Open with wood, and ask a simple question with a... more

The Kawamoto sisters snag gold in Cincinnati and prove that they were severely underrated! We get into why their patient style works and how parity is catching up to the big teams.

Paddles: the RPM is making noise, but UPA approval is still pending.... more

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We’re back at Crescent Lake and it finally isn’t raining. Travis breaks down a grueling PPA Challenger weekend, the certification chaos that has paddles swapping mid-event, and why half the new sticks are failing tests. We talk lab tour intel, the mi... more

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Andre Daescu just went full beast mode at MLP Finals in New York. He didn’t just win, he dominated. We’re talking flawless men’s play, carrying the Sliders, and even making Anna Leigh look human. So we had to ask… is Daescu officially the best men’s ... more

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Recent Guests

John Lucien Goins
A rising pickleball player with a background in tennis and chess.
Episode: John Lucian Goins: The Chess Brain Taking Over Pickleball
Hayden Patriquin
Professional pickleball player and competitive enthusiast
Major League Pickleball
Episode: Hayden Patriquin's Apology
Andre Agassi
Former world number one tennis player
Episode: Andre Agassi: Pickleball Lit a Fire in Me
Ryan Sherry
Guest and pickleball player who shared a viral story.
Episode: Bad Calls and Wake Up Calls featuring Ryan Sherry
Jaume Martinez Vich
A professional pickleball player with a background in tennis
Episode: Making Pickleball More Entertaining ft. Jaume Martinez Vich & Layne Sleeth
Layne Sleeth
An emerging professional pickleball player with a strong tennis background
Episode: Making Pickleball More Entertaining ft. Jaume Martinez Vich & Layne Sleeth
Jason Aspes
President of UPA and founder of The Kitchen
UPA
Episode: The future of paddle testing with UPA-A President Jason Aspes
Andrei Daescu
Professional pickleball player, noted for recent achievements in the sport.
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Episode: The Rise of Daescu & That Special Paddle
Charles Darling
Owner and founder of Proton Sports, manufacturer of pickleball paddles.
Proton Sports
Episode: The Rise of Daescu & That Special Paddle

Hosts

Graham D'Amico
Co-owner of Major League Pickleball's Florida Smash and co-host known for his opinions and humor.
Travis Rettenmaier
Co-owner of Major League Pickleball's Florida Smash and a top PPA professional with a background in tennis.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 72 ratings
  • PICKLE BALL SUCKS.

    Worst sport ever invented. Leave it to Americans to create something that doesn’t take any skill. This sucks so much

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    randy trevor lahey
    Francea year ago
  • Great Pickleball Podcast! Informative hosts!

    What a great podcast! The hosts have a really good rapport and you will pick up so much knowledge about the pickleball world. Real and honest. You’ll learn a lot!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BP Writer
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great content terrible background noise.

    That background noise though.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    T Bau
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love the pod!

    Travis, Graham, and Luke are hilarious. They haven’t sold out like many of the other podcasters, still telling it like it is, sometimes to their own detriment, angering sponsors but more power to them!! Love the frank comments, unlike some of the bland podcasters in the space. Don’t listen to the haters, the background pickleball noise is music to my ears!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Derkkaa
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent

    Best pickleball podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bdidnd
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the mix of humor and informative insights, particularly enjoying the rapport between the hosts.
Critiques often address audio quality issues, particularly background noise, which can detract from the listening experience.
The casual and often irreverent style resonates well with fans of pickleball, making it both entertaining and educational.

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John Lucian Goins: The Chess Brain Taking Over Pickleball
Q: What do you think about the best men's doubles player?
I feel Ben Johns is currently the best, but Diascu has great experience and capability with different partners.
John Lucian Goins: The Chess Brain Taking Over Pickleball
Q: What's your best win in pickleball?
My breakout win was against Ben Cape Coral, which was a significant achievement for me.
John Lucian Goins: The Chess Brain Taking Over Pickleball
Q: Is there anything that translates over from chess to Pickleball?
Strategy, noticing patterns, and being one step ahead of opponents are critical in both games.
From Tennis to Pickleball ft. Donald Young
Q: What do you think is the biggest difference in Pickleball now for you now compared to when you started?
One, I'm a lot better. So I feel better about myself.
From Tennis to Pickleball ft. Donald Young
Q: Are you going to play again?
You know, that was the end for me.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bad Calls

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

Engaging discussions on pickleball, often suffused with humor and light-hearted banter, characterize the content, appealing primarily to fans and players of the sport. The hosts share their personal experiences—ranging from gameplay and tournaments to insightful reflections on industry happenings and player dynamics, including trades and rivalries. What stands out is the informal and relatable approach, as they weave fun anecdotes and opinions about the sport's culture, including discussions on controversial decisions and events in Major League Pickleball.

With a unique blend of comedy and sports commentary, the narrative often takes unpredictable routes, making each episode feel like a conversation among friends. This format not only prov... more

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1. John Lucien Goins
2. Hayden Patriquin
3. Andre Agassi
4. Ryan Sherry
5. Jaume Martinez Vich
6. Layne Sleeth
7. Jason Aspes
8. Andrei Daescu

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