Picklebrain Podcast

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All about pickleball! If it’s pickleball related, we’ll be talking about it. From tips and tricks to improve your game, to the latest news from the professional scene. We’re here for all you Pickleheads!

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Episodes

EP 8 - 10 Mental Tips for Your PICKLEBALL Game!

Have you ever played a pickleball tournament and been so nervous that it affected your game? Or, do you lose your consistency in the middle of a match? This week on the podcast, Austin & Spencer share 10 Mental Tips that will improve your pickleball game! The Pickleheads dive deep into detail with each topic and are here to help your pickleball skills grow and thrive. Also on the pod, Spencer nerds out with the Backhand Roll as he explains the why, how, where and when of this extremely benef...

May 08, 2023•1 hr 19 min

EP 7 - Couple's “Pickleball” Therapy w/ Ben and Yana (Grechkina) Newell

This week on the pod we interview Ben and Yana Newell, pickleball’s cutest couple. We dig deep into their pickleball minds to see what it takes to play with your better half. If you need advice on how to successfully play with your significant other, without damaging the relationship, you’ve come to the right place. Ben and Yana provide us with a lot of mental tips to be be triumphant in this sometimes difficult endeavor. Stick around as Ben explains how he beat the John’s brothers at PPA Newpor...

May 01, 2023•1 hr 12 min

EP 6 - Evan Slaughter (fit2serve) INTERVIEW (The Funniest Man in Pickleball)

In this episode we interview Evan Slaughter, who you may know on social media as, “fit2serve”. Evan provides the podcast with big laughs, a great personal story, as well as motivation for all! Throughout the podcast, you will learn more about Evan’s interesting military history and his return to civilian life. He teaches us that it’s possible to overcome addiction and fight off dark times through comedy. In case you’re wondering, the answer is yes; Evan talks about how he was first introduced to...

Apr 24, 2023•54 min

EP 5 - Brendon “All Day” Long INTERVIEW (Gold Medals, 1st MLP Experience & New Pickleball Tips)

In this episode we interview Brendon Long, who’s been taking the professional pickleball world to the next level lately! Brendon shares how he first got introduced to pickleball, and what it takes to become a pro. He gives up all the inside details of his most recent gold at PPA Red Rock, which is quickly being considered the greatest men’s dubs match of all time! Stick around to learn inside strategies, such as paddle grips, poaching tips, and how to add more power to your game! Brendon also sh...

Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 8 min

EP 4 - Federico Staksrud INTERVIEW (Fed talks 2nd place MLP finish, singles strategy and how he’s quickly elevated his doubles game)

In this podcast we interview singles giant, Frederico Staksrud, who shares with us his vast pickleball knowledge. Throughout the interview, Fed talks about how he came out of nowhere and finished 2nd at MLP Daytona with the BLQK Bears. Stick around as he teaches us the secrets to rapidly improving your pickleball game. You won’t want to miss the opportunity to get inside Fed’s Picklehead!

Apr 10, 2023•54 min

EP 3 - Travis Rettenmaier INTERVIEW (MLP Trades, Doubles Strategies & Fantastic Insights)

In this episode we interview Major League Pickleball owner and player, Travis Rettenmaier. Travis is a former pro tennis player who has happily transitioned to pro pickleball. In the interview we talk about why tennis sucks, the recent MLP trades between the Florida Smash and the Las Vegas Night Owls, possible MLP rule changes and more! Travis also walks us through the details of his game and shares how anyone can improve with enough repetition and focus. Why did Travis trade away the #1 right s...

Apr 03, 2023•1 hr 17 min

EP 2 - DJ Young INTERVIEW (Paddlegate 2.0, Pro Secrets & MLP Details)

In this episode we interview the incredible Pro Pickleball Player, DJ (Darrian) Young, who has been misunderstood in his recent paddle comments. DJ clarifies the current paddle deflection situation, shares pro pickleball strategy secrets, and is ready to take on any team that wants to get in his way at MLP Daytona! DJ also gives a match breakdown from PPA Austin and tells us who he will be playing mixed with at MLP Daytona. You won't want to miss the Right Side Demon talk about being prepared an...

Mar 23, 2023•1 hr

EP 1 - Collin Shick INTERVIEW (Pickleball's New Prodigy!)

In this episode we interview new Pro Pickleballer, Collin Shick, who recently shocked the world by earning a Silver Medal at PPA Daytona! Collin shares his pickleball origin story, explains what helped him be so successful in his first PPA tournament, and provides many insights on how one might quickly take their game to the next level! You won't want to miss this new prodigy talk about mental toughness as well as share some detailed pickleball strategies. How did he beat some of the top pros in...

Mar 20, 2023•56 min

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