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Hosted by John & Karen Whitaker · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 81 episodes
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Join us, John and Karen, for a married couple's take on Pickleball. Avoid "Pickleball Divorce," saddle up and have a cocktail, have a laugh, and enjoy guests and influencers in this unbelievable explosion of a sport the likes of which we've never seen. Let's talk about the impact pickleball is having on our culture. From Boomers to Zoomers, every generation is discovering a new passion. A game that wasn't on the map three years ago now has millionaires playing, billionaires jousting, and people scrambling for some piece of the pickleball pie. Put your ears on and have a listen, you'll be glad you did.
John & Karen Whitaker hosts Blazing Paddles - A Pickleball Podcast, a news show with 81 episodes published.
Have you ever wondered what the future of pickleball training might look like? Wonder no more. PlayKout, a revolutionary pickleball simulator, is changing the game by blending high-intensity training with addictive gamep
From college football dreams to pickleball excellence, Dorion Brown's journey to becoming head pro at Pickleball Kingdom in Plano, Texas is a masterclass in perseverance, emotional intelligence, and dedicated practice. T
Blazing Paddles kicks off Season 2 at Pickleball Kingdom in Plano, Texas during the PCD Boot Camp end-of-year reward event. We sit down with Lesa Wracher, Rules Director for Pickleball Competitors of Dallas (PCD), to dis
What if you could elevate your athletic performance simply by improving your sleep? Join us for an engaging conversation with sleep scientist Sarah Moe, who shares her unexpected journey into the world of pickleball and
Unlock the secrets to maximizing your athletic performance with Eric Korem, a trailblazer in sports science and wearable technology. From his humble beginnings as a walk-on football player at Texas A&M to pioneering the
Ever wondered what it takes to transform an old grocery store into a vibrant indoor pickleball mecca? Join us as we pull back the curtain on the creation of Dinker's Pickleball Club in Denton, Texas. You'll journey from
This is a must watch! Now available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/s_-nIDDM9DI Ready to witness the pulse-pounding action of Major League Pickleball like never before? Join us as we celebrate our 24th wedding anniversary w
Can you imagine transforming your pickleball game from a 3-5 to a 4-0 rating while having a blast? Join us for an engaging conversation with Graham Mann at Preston Playhouse, where we discuss their retro-themed facility
Ready to elevate your pickleball game and become the star player on the court? This episode promises to equip you with essential strategies and positioning tips to transform your play from mid-level to advanced. Hear dir
Ready to unlock the secrets behind the meteoric rise of pickleball? Join us as we explore Preston Playhouse in Dallas, a facility that’s buzzing with energy thanks to its array of pickleball courts, Padel, Ping Pong, vin
Ever wondered how an ex-Division II college baseball player would take to pickleball like a duck to water? Meet Al Arco, whose story of athletic legacy and newfound pickleball obsession unfolds in our latest episode. We
From the depths of hardship to the heights of athletic achievement, Sutton Howard's story is a testament to the transformative power of pickleball. This episode takes you on a heartfelt journey with Howard, from overcomi
Unpack the secrets of staying injury-free in the fast-paced world of pickleball with the exceptional insights of Chrissy Hintz from Southlake Paddle Club. In a sport where the thrill of victory is only surpassed by the a
When the going gets tough, the tough get playing—which couldn't ring more true than in the world of pickleball, a sport that has offered solace to many, including our guest Joel Mower, founder of Dink Ninjas. Joel opens
When Alex Smith swapped his baseball mitt for a pickleball paddle, little did we know that the very same competitive fire that drove him on the diamond would ignite our local courts. With tales as rich as his craftsmansh
Ever shown up to a party wearing the same outfit as someone else? That's exactly what happened to Larysa Santiago and her pickleball partner; it's all about sport, style, and solidarity. This week, we're joined by Larysa
Ever shown up to a party wearing the same outfit as someone else? That's exactly what happened to Larysa Santiago and her pickleball partner, about sport, style, and solidarity. This week, we're joined by Larysa, a chart
Get ready for a wild ride into the world of pickleball with our friend and enthusiast, Francine Jewett. Francine shares her 12-year-long journey with the sport, from practicing in her garage in Green Bay to her active ro
Welcome back pickleheads. Today we speak with Noah Suemnick, founder of the National Collegiate Pickleball Association (NCPA). Get ready to be inspired as he shares his ambitious journey of bringing the sport to college
Ever wondered how two childhood friends could turn their love for tennis into building the world's largest pickleball community? Meet Aaron Reznick and Matt Slowinsky, the force behind the "Pickleball Clinic," a thriving
Samantha Parker
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Dr. Sean Edwards
DDS, MD, FRCD(C), FACS · The Balloon Guy
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Alex Smith
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Dorion Brown
Pickleball Kingdom
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Lesa Wracher
Pickleball Competitors of Dallas
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Ashlee Blakley
Twisted Pickle
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Chrissy Hintz
Southlake Paddle Club
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Joel Mower
Dink Ninjas
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Larysa Santiago
Southlake Paddle Club
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Francyne Jewett
Pickleball Teamworks
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Noah Suemnick
National Collegiate Pickleball Association
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Aaron Reznick
Pickleball Clinic
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