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Unique, fun, and concise pickleball tips from sportswriter Rick Cipes, who has written for over 50 publications including the L.A. Times, ESPN Magazine, and he is a regular writer for Pickleball Magazine Buy Rick’s new book: "How to Play Better Pickleball,” as well his latest book "11 Ways of the Athletic Warrior: A Guide to Peak Performance,” both available on Amazon. Rick is also the host of the popular Facebook Group: Bite Size Pickleball (7.9 thousand followers), a newsletter at https:// ...
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Big DINK Energy Pickleball & Life Podcast

Half Insight, Half Nonsense - All Entertainment

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Big Dink Energy is the funny pickleball podcast for real rec players, paddle addicts, and people who love the game but don’t take it too seriously. 🎧 Weekly episodes packed with: Court-side banter & rule rants Gear talk & guest interviews Off-the-court chaos: relationships, life, and hot takes Whether you're a casual dinker, pickle-curious beginner, or just here for the laughs, you'll find relatable debates, ridiculous stories, and unexpected inspiration. Half insight. Half nonsense. 100% en ...
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Ever wondered what the big deal is about Pickleball? Welcome to Dinks on Tap, where the pickleball paddle meets the margarita. We’re Casie and Lauren, your pickleball partners in crime, here to spill the beans on why pickleball is more than just a game. It’s that “more” part we’re so drawn to. That “more” part which we highly suspect is about rediscovering PLAY in our lives and bringing FUN into focus. Let’s be clear, we’re not pros. We’re just a couple of recreational players who notice, ma ...
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3 Cocktails In

Amy, Kitty & Stacey

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Addicting conversations between friends who have been there, done that and still want more. We are 3 friends who got this crazy idea to start a podcast based on our friendships, family lives, professional lives and experiences! This idea kept coming up in our conversations, especially after a cocktail or two or maybe three, and we finally decided to ACT on it! We don't claim to be experts on too many things, but friendship? Well, we've got that down. We're making our way through major life c ...
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One More Game (of pickleball)

Matt and Abby Brandenberger

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We are an amateur husband and wife team who started playing pickleball in the spring of 2020, we quickly became addicted and have become IPTPA Level II certified instructors, we play too much, our life is too crazy and we have a handful of daughters we are managing amidst it all! We love to talk strategy, tips and tricks, health, and of course, some funny family moments thrown in there too.
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Dinking Around

Brant and Charles

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People talking pickle! Dinking Around is a podcast hosted by passionate pickleball enthusiasts that combine humor, banter, and insightful analysis to cater to both dedicated players and casual fans. Each episode features in-depth discussions about the latest pickleball news, interviews, and engaging segments with a special guest. Like the great PB&J sandwich, this podcast is about the delicate dance of being comedic but informative leaving the listeners wanting one more bite (listen).
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Two Brits in America

Two Brits in America - Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden

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Two Brits (more specifically Englishmen) now living in America discuss the nuances of two nations seperated by the Atlantic Ocean. There is no limit to the nature of the subjects that are up for discussion. Culture, food, sports, travel, beer, monarchy, politics, language, plus tons more, will be debated and analyzed (aka. analysed). Fasten your seat belts, be tolerant, understanding, and have a laugh or two or three. The added benefit of listening to this podcast for our American friends is ...
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Shut Up and Dill

Jimbo, Vivi, and Nicki

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Not your average pickleball podcast. The Dill brings you a dad, his daughter, and his girlfriend navigating the amateur pickleball life and our new partnerships/relationships. We will share our tips, wins, and flops - both on the court and off. It's humor, controversy, and the reality of awkward rides home after competing together.
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Getting Down With The Pickleball

Dawn Michael/Tony Valenziano

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Pickleball enthusiast and International Sex Therapist Dr. Dawn Michael, and Co-host Tony Valenziano, talk about the ins and outs of America’s fasting growing sport, Pickleball, along with on court antics, current events commentary and mainly a pickle load of humor. The sport is easy to learn, super fun and very social, a toxic mix that has turned many people into Pickleball addicts. Pickleball can improve one’s cardiovascular health, mental attitude and perhaps even their sex life. The show ...
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A somewhat weekly comedy/entertainment/opinion show hosted by award-winning comedian Lamont Ferguson. The idea behind the show is that society often dismisses any older person's opinion as them automatically being "too old" or "out of touch." Their argument or opinion is never even considered for that reason. I will try my best to look at various topics from all angles and give credence to all legitimate concerns because I believe that Sometimes The Old Man is Right! The goal is to do so in ...
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Things We Got Wrong

Susie Meister & Sarah Rice - Wave Podcast Network

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Everyone makes mistakes. We're human. But the biggest mistake to make is not learning from things you got wrong. After over 600 episodes of The Brain Candy Podcast, Sarah Rice and Susie Meister realized their freewheeling, casual conversations didn't always get everything exactly right. And as they evolved and grew over the years and science developed, they changed their minds about a lot of things. So it's Things We Got Wrong to the rescue! This podcast is a celebration of humility, evoluti ...
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Life After Paralysis is the official podcast of SPINALpedia.com, a nonprofit dedicated to helping people with spinal cord injuries. Hosted by Tiffiny Carlson, a C6 quadriplegic since 1993 and the executive director of SPINALpedia, she interviews guests and highlights important topics in the paralysis community, from spinal cord injury research and advocacy to lifestyle topics. New episodes are uploaded monthly. Send show ideas to [email protected]. Learn more at SPINALpedia.com
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The Mining Your Own Business podcast explores how AI, machine learning, and data mining are employed to drive effective business decisions through conversation, stories, and humor. Host Evan Wimpey chats with data leaders from across industries to learn how their data gets from bits in storage to actionable insights on the ground. The show is inspired by, and the namesake of, the illuminating book Mining You Own Business, which has guided executives in their understanding and employing of an ...
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The journey to forge meaningful adult friendships continues as we check in on month four of our year-long Friendship Project. Overcoming the inertia of social isolation takes creativity, courage, and sometimes just a flat driveway and some pickleball paddles! Stacey shares her brilliant success story of inviting six neighbor women for casual pickle…
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The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. Recent flight delays and cancellations. Is Britain to blame for the bad weather? Taking a ride in a Waymo robotaxi Wi-Fi ovens British food you must try at least once: Toad in the Hole, Bubble and Squeak. Francis and his one annoying word that is spoken incorrectly in America. Football vs. Socc…
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Send us a text We’re coming in hot with: 🔹 The exact moment soup-in-bed became a lifestyle 🔹 A cologne con so bold it ended in marriage 🔹 DUPR finally explained like you're not a pro (because you're not) Plus, Andrea from Cat 5 Pickleball drops in to talk racquetball roots, coaching vibes, and why glow pickle is a gateway drug. 🎧 Listen now before …
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What happens when you mix pickleball vs tennis debates, spicy pickleball TV ratings, and a 9-month pregnant woman dinking like a champ? You get an episode that’s equal parts spicy, sweaty, and a little bit unhinged in the best way. In this episode, we kick things off with our resident spice specialist, Andrew Kole, who casually compares Anna Leigh …
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Ever held onto a grudge only to realize it was weighing you down more than the person who hurt you? In this illuminating conversation with our friend Deanna, a certified faith-based counselor, we unpack what forgiveness truly means and why it's critical for our emotional health. Forgiveness isn't about pretending nothing happened. As Deanna explain…
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Send us a text 🎙️ Can “pretty” be powerful? Karen from The Pretty Pickleball Company says yes—and she brought receipts (and sparkles). 🔥 We’re diving into: The one decency law we’d all pass (spoiler: check your fridge) Celebrity paddles, carbon fiber fairy tales & unapologetic branding Pickleball injuries, Blue Zones, and why playing might help you…
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What happens when beloved stories from our past get reimagined for today? The Four Seasons, a 1981 film starring Alan Alda and Carol Burnett, recently received the Netflix treatment as an eight-episode series. This transformation provides the perfect lens to examine how our storytelling, character development, and cultural values have evolved over …
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Send us a text We’re coming in hot with: 🧻 A heated debate about how to hang your toilet paper 🌕 Moon landing conspiracies we probably shouldn’t believe 🩳 Pickleball advice from a guy in jorts (you already know) 🕵️‍♂️ A surprise cameo from the actual Secret Service Plus, Evan Slaughter aka Fit to Serve opens up about addiction recovery, discovering…
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What happens when two confident 4.0 players stroll into a pickleball tournament thinking they’re ready… and Houston says, “Bless your hearts”? You get this episode of Dinks on Tap. We packed our paddles, mics, and maybe a little too much confidence for a Houston pickleball tournament, only to get served by next-level talent. Turns out, getting humb…
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What small things make your blood boil? Those tiny, seemingly insignificant behaviors or mistakes that somehow manage to drive you absolutely crazy? We're diving headfirst into the therapeutic world of pet peeves in this candid, laugh-out-loud episode. Grammar mistakes top our list of irritations. From the cringe-worthy "these ones" and "irregardle…
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Send us a text What do Gen Z slang, paddle throwing, and OnlyFans all have in common? Apparently, this episode. We kick things off with a generational slang trivia battle—Boomers to Gen Alpha—where words like “mid,” “skibidi,” and “gag me with a spoon” cause complete chaos. ("Wait… yacht means big booty now?!") Then we’re joined by Michelle, aka Th…
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Have you ever caught yourself scrolling through social media and suddenly feeling inadequate? Or glanced sideways at a colleague's success while trying to stay in your lane? The comparison trap has a sneaky way of creeping into our lives, stealing our joy and zapping our confidence in milliseconds. In this deeply relatable conversation, we unpack t…
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Send us a text Is “I usually play better” the most delusional line in rec play? In this week’s Dink or Destroy, we’re calling out excuse-energy and debating whether it’s ever okay to downplay a loss. Then we sit down with Dawna Strouse, founder of Dink Date—a new AI-powered app making waves in the pickleball world by matching players on and off the…
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What do you get when you mix a booming pickleball community, a bunch of angry neighbors, and one very opinionated provocateur? An episode that’s equal parts civic chaos and court-side commentary. This week, we’re diving into the pickleball controversy that’s taking over cities everywhere, starting with our favorite instigator, Andrew Kole. He’s got…
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Ever found yourself staring blankly at something that absolutely refuses to make sense? You're not alone. In this hilarious and relatable episode, we dive headfirst into life's most persistent mysteries – those things we just don't get no matter how many times they're explained. Retirement savings limitations kick off our confusion tour. Why, when …
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Send us a text 🎤 Zumba. Shimmies. Flirting mid-rally?! This week’s Kitchen Talk kicks off with a wild story from the court—when one player turned open play into open season for single men. Spoiler: he was married. And yes, we name names (sort of). 💅 Then we serve up an interview with Ellie Santra, the viral singer-songwriter behind the “Big Dink En…
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The friendship drought is real. As we navigate our busy adult lives, making genuine connections becomes increasingly challenging, especially when established friends move away. In this heartfelt episode of Three Cocktails In, Stacey, Kitty, and Amy continue their year-long "Project 2025: Make a New Friend" journey with practical strategies for conn…
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Send us a text This week’s News You Can Use is unhinged—in the best way. We’re talking cryptic floorboard messages, sketchy skeleton pranks, expired lettuce, and why adult life is just a series of bizarre plot twists. Plus, would you get a pickleball tattoo? We’re debating that and other ridiculous ideas. Then we chat with Tommy Flaim, the mastermi…
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When a court clash turns spicy and the hot takes are served shaken, not stirred, you know it’s a Dinks on Tap episode. You’ve seen the clips. You’ve read the threads. But now we’re talking exactly what went down between Anna Leigh Waters and Hayden Patriquin at Major League Pickleball Orlando. Real tension? PR stunt? Secret teen love story? (We wis…
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After falling in love with traveling as a child after being taken from hospital to hospital to determine her disability, Renee Bruns, 41, from Atlanta, Georgia, knew it was her destiny to travel the world. Not only has she visited all 7 continents, she also holds the Guinness World Record for the most countries visited in one year by a wheelchair-u…
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Two months after the Oscars, it's time to revisit the award-winning films with fresh perspectives and honest opinions. Did these movies truly deserve their golden statues, or were some victories more puzzling than impressive? "Conclave" emerges as the unexpected star of our conversation. This papal election drama gained eerie relevance following re…
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Send us a text One of us took a pickleball straight to the butt—don’t worry, it's still family friendly. We’re talking open play chaos, the weirdest desserts ever created, and the childhood games we think deserve a pro sports comeback. Wes Dogg joins us to talk pickleball content, comedy, and building a brand while still drilling for dinks. And in …
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The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. More language wierdness from around the USA, including a unique passenger sign at Milwaukee Airport. The recombobulate theory. Wisconsin languages nuances. Some more English phrases to know about. Residence Class on planes AI, briefly How Bermuda has bastardized the English language. An example…
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What happens when three lifelong friends tackle the complex, beautiful, and often hilarious topic of motherhood? Heartfelt stories, nostalgic memories, and plenty of laughter. Our journey begins with the TV moms who shaped our expectations—from Carol Brady's perfect flip to Claire Huxtable's groundbreaking career-mom balance. We reflect on how thes…
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Send us a text Overhead smashes, loud chewers, and cardboard hoarders—what do they all have in common? They drive us nuts. We’re breaking down unforced errors on and off the pickleball court, plus chatting with Tim from The PutAway in Maryland about building a killer community and facility. And in Dink or Destroy, we’re talking prison pickleball. R…
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What do you get when you mix a high-stress finance job, a family health scare, and a few curious visits to the local gym? If you're Ben Paquette, you get a full-on life remix served underhand. In this episode, we sit down with the man who first taught us how to dink without overthinking: pickleball coach Ben Paquette. What started as a few casual g…
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What would you tuck inside a time capsule that tells the story of your life right now? What objects capture your authentic self, your daily rhythms, and what brings you joy? More importantly, how do you want to be remembered when you're gone? In this surprisingly deep conversation, Amy, Stacey, and Kitty explore the powerful concept of preservation…
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Send us a text Pickleball, parenting rants, and poop coffee — what could go wrong? 🤯 We’re diving into pretentious parenting, shady pickleball open play players, and a toothpaste you definitely don’t want. Trisha Shelley from Pickle Hood joins us to talk community, confidence, and why pickleball magic matters. And in Dink or Destroy, we’re calling …
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Raw vulnerability takes center stage as we open our hearts about life's most difficult decisions and their lingering emotional impact. Jay Shetty's quote, "Feeling sad after making the right decision does not mean that it wasn't the right decision," serves as our touchstone while navigating deeply personal territory. Amy bravely shares her recent d…
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Send us a text What do porch naps, expired toilet paper, paddle stacking drama, and popcorn hacks have in common? Somehow…pickleball. In this episode, we dig into on-court etiquette, community quirks, accidental naps, and whether leaving voicemails is a generational curse. Then we hit the courts with Jon “The Glove” Beasley from Chesapeake, Marylan…
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Let’s be honest: switching careers is hard. But switching athletic careers after more than two decades? That’s a whole different level. In this episode, we sit down with Ivan Jakovljevic, who walked away from a 23-year soccer career to go all in on the world of pro pickleball. And it all started because he had a crush! We dig into his unexpected pi…
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Navigating the complex landscape of generational differences reveals fascinating insights about how we learn, work, and relate to each other. From Baby Boomers and Gen X to Millennials and Gen Z, each generation brings unique perspectives shaped by the world they grew up in. Remember learning how to code in high school without really understanding …
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Send us a text We’ve all met one… the Pickle Richard at open play who forgets it’s a pickleball community, not a country club. We’re talking paddle-stacking chaos, net height secrets, and how bad behavior can kill the pickleball vibe. Then we dive into a Pickle Pal interview with Roger Caneda, a sponsored singles player making waves in the competit…
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Ever wonder why you maintain odd routines that make no logical sense? You're definitely not alone! This light-hearted, revealing conversation explores the mysterious world of personal rituals, superstitions, and habits that shape our daily lives. We start by questioning whether luck actually exists or if we create our own good fortune through prepa…
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Send us a text This episode has it all: 🧠 The lies our parents told us (and the ones we’re passing on) 🍍 Defending pineapple on pizza like it’s a way of life 💥 What the heck is a Nasty Nelson — and why are we into it? 🏓 Plus, we chat with Christine from Buffalo Pickleball Club about building community, battling the snow, and the wild west of court …
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Let’s be real for a second: playing pickleball with your romantic partner isn’t always a love story. Sometimes, it’s a full-blown drama. You’re holding hands one minute, and the next, you’re side-eyeing their third shot drop like they betrayed you. We’ve been there. That’s why this episode of Dinks on Tap hit home in the best way. In this episode, …
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The journey to make meaningful friendships as adults isn't easy, but it's a challenge worth pursuing. In this candid conversation, we dive into month three of our year-long friendship-building experiment, examining what's working, what's not, and why building connections seems harder than ever. After a midnight confrontation with a weed-smoking nei…
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Send us a text Clapping when the plane lands? That’s a red flag. Pickleball dodgeball? That’s a green light. And we’re talking about both. This week we dive into: 🛬 The people who clap when the plane lands (WHY?) 🤫 Silent pickleball: strategy or nonsense? 🏓 A twist on dodgeball you didn’t know you needed 🍩 A visit from Cody aka Dinkn’ Donuts 🏪 Mall…
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What does it take for you to finally say "no" to work during your vacation? We dive deep into the complex relationship between professional dedication and personal time off through Amy's recent experience of cutting a getaway short for a real estate showing. The statistics are startling—40% of American employees don't use all their allotted vacatio…
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Send us a text We’re coming in hot with: 🔥 A food fight (but make it virtual) 👟 A swollen ankle caused by what?! 🏓 Court culture that might just save your sanity Plus, meet the woman turning a Texas pickleball facility into a full-blown movement—with concerts, cocktails, and controversy. And yes… someone actually played in those shoes. 🎧 Listen now…
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Send us a text Forks up or forks down? The kitchen heats up with a full-on dishwasher showdown before we head to Marblehead, MA to meet Lisa—USA Pickleball ambassador and community builder. She’s growing courts, welcoming new players, and showing how local pickleball can thrive. Plus: Headphones during play—Dink or Destroy? And the wild new flirtin…
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Are you stretching the wrong way? You might think a quick quad stretch before a match is enough, but according to soft tissue specialist Albert Ibanez, most players are skipping the real key to pickleball injury prevention… and it's not what you’d expect. Albert, known as the Muscle Whisperer, has worked on countless athletes, including some of the…
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Step into the world of glitz and glamour as we unravel the highlights from this year's Academy Awards. With a blend of laughter and insightful conversation, we discuss the films that stole the show, the contenders that left us surprised, and the implications of streaming services on the cinematic experience. From Oscar-winning moments to favorite p…
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Send us a text 👀 Country club chic or party store raid? Pickleball fashion has two extremes, and we’re calling them out. From crisp visors to full-blown Elvis jumpsuits, where do you stand? 💥 Plus, Smiley Riley joins us to talk: How to stand out in pickleball—on and off the court. A $500 Ernie bet—who’s got the guts to take it? The wildest pickleba…
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