Podcasts about Paddle

This week Jim gets some good news... and some bad... but mainly good. Elton plays a game called Paddle which may involve using a... Paddle. Darren, gets an achy side and decides he wants to shill for Chris Packham. And Lee catches up with Veep and the BBC show of the moment Small Prophets After that its WAR! And as we know war is hell... and rather loud.... as we review Alex Garlands Warfare Media Discussed This Week Small Prophets - BBC / BBC iPlayer Veep - HBO / Sky / NowTV Warfare - Amazon Prime

Kann man ein erfolgreiches Spiel programmieren, auch wenn man nur YouTube schaut und Tutorials liest? Die Antwort mag überraschen lautet aber tatsächlich: „Ja man kann!“ - Wie das funktioniert, erzählt uns Mateo Covic in einer neuen Folge unseres Podcasts. In Kürze werden über 200 000 Exemplare seines Spiels „Paddle Paddle Paddle“ verkauft sein.Text und Sprache: Jan Wichmann und Mateo CovicTeile uns gern deine Gedanken per Mail an podcast@videospielgeschichten.de mit, oder gebe uns Feedback im Forum bei VideospielgeschichtenUnser Podcast ist verschwistert mit unserer Webseite Videospielgeschichten.de

Tugboat Institute® member Joe Motz, founder of The Motz Corporation, has spent nearly five decades building a legacy of innovation and integrity at one of the world's most respected turf firms. But after transitioning the company to 100% employee ownership in 2018, Joe faced his toughest finish line yet: a 70th-birthday "bucket list" adventure that would take everything he had. In this Tugboat Talk, Joe recounts his grueling 3,000-mile solo paddle to raise $300,000 for The Bridge Adaptive Sports & Recreation, an organization that creates opportunities for individuals with disabilities to thrive through sport. From the panic of a runaway boat to the mental fatigue of 20,000 strokes a day, Joe shares how he leaned on his community, and his Purpose, to Persevere. Listen to Joe's talk to learn why the hardest journeys often lead to the greatest ripple effects in leadership and life, and for the reminder to paddle on, through even the most challenging of times.

PicklePod 2.0 is presented by Marek Health. Use our code THEDINK for 10% off your $299 Intake Assessment at https://MarekHealth.com/ The PicklePod is back on The Dink Pickleball YouTube channel with one of our most wide-ranging episodes yet. This week we cover: MLP Trade Deadline Fallout Ana Bright. Georgia Johnson. Jack Sock. Major names dropped ahead of the deadline. We break down which teams won, which teams fumbled the bag, and whether Major League Pickleball just reshaped the power structure for 2026. Pickleball and the Olympics Are we overhyping the Olympic dream? Would 2032 in Australia change everything for the sport — or is the pro tour already the real prize? We debate what Olympic inclusion would actually mean for player development and global growth. Does Pickleball Need an All-Star Weekend? If the NBA can reinvent its format, why can't we? From Ernie contests to reset challenges and paddle toss competitions, we design what a true pickleball skills showcase could look like. Grayson Goldin Update We react to the news of Grayson's stroke, discuss player health coverage in pro pickleball, and send our support as he works toward a full recovery. The Dink Awards Finale We wrap up the 2025 Dink Awards with: - Best Facilities across the country - Best International Tournament - Paddle Reviewer of the Year - Paddle of the Year And yes, things get a little spicy during the paddle reviewer segment. We also sit down with APP Chief Marketing Officer Tom Webb for a direct conversation about the future of the APP, the evolving pro landscape, and where the sport is headed long term. Drop your thoughts in the comments: What would you include in a pickleball All-Star competition? Subscribe, leave a review, and share this with the doubles partner who still doesn't understand pro pickleball. 120/Life is a once-a-day functional drink made with ingredients that help support healthy blood pressure. Listeners get 20% off their entire order with code DINK at https://www.120life.com/ Be the first to try Zane's new course here: https://tzpickleball.com/ #Pickleball #PPATour #PickleballPodcast Leave your voicemail for the PicklePod at (512) 200 - 4299 ------------------ Like the ep? Do us a favor: subscribe to our channel and leave a review on Apple or Spotify -Subscribe to our 'all things pickleball' *free e-newsletter* at https://www.thedink.beehiiv.com https://www.instagram.com/thedinkpickleball/ -Follow us on IG -Continue the convo in our private FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thedi... -For everything else we do, visit https://linktr.ee/dinkfam -Read more about Zane and subscribe to his newsletter at https://zanenavratilpickleball.com/ -Follow Zane on IG @zanenavratilpickleball #pickleball #pickleballcourts ------------------ 0:00 Intro 3:12 The Palm Beach Royals won the trade deadline 5:18 Anna Bright and Jorja Johnson dropped from MLP team 14:59 Do the Olympics matter? 19:41 Pickleball is like curling for the summer games 22:52 All-Star Game and skills competition for pickleball 29:03 Thoughts and prayers to Grayson Goldin 32:44 The 120Life Dink Awards conclusion 41:24 Paddle Reviewer and Paddle of the Year 48:59 Tom Webb joins the PicklePod 50:15 Sofia Sewing under the Will Howells contract 56:42 Do you need a big name to attract the audience? 1:00:44 What will the APP look like in 2030? 1:04:10 Who will be the winner in 10 years? 1:11:00 Rapid-fire questions from the listeners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pippa Hudson speaks to Massimo Orione, the founder of Massimo’s in Hout Bay, who is handing over of the baton has he retires from one of Cape Town’s most beloved casual dining spots. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Harrison Rose co-founded Paddle, one of the UK's standout B2B billing and payments companies. Now he is building GoodFit, a go to market platform helping teams prioritise the right accounts, at the right time, with the right data.In this episode, Harrison breaks down a simple idea most teams still get wrong: before you buy another shiny GTM tool, make sure you are actually selling to qualified customers. He shares how Paddle approached go to market from first principles, why the “execution layer” has exploded (16,000 tools and counting), and why fundamentals like market mapping and qualification still matter most.We also get into what he learned on a 10-year unicorn journey, the reality of hard days (including the moment Paddle's whole sales team quit), and what motivates him second time around when failure is no longer existential.

It's not every day you get to bring your pirate map looking Squooshy into work! Today was the day, Kyle and all our straight male staff members all did a show and tell on their childhood toys, pillows and blankets! We also had on probably the most Aussie duo on Tradie vs Lady today. It really was quite the morning! ENJOY ❤️See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 520 ~ February 5, 2026 Podcast Info / Topics Tis the season for some people to start planning long distance paddling trips aimed at breaking records UNITAR is using paddle sports to promote sustainability at the Olympics Fox 40 has a telescopic paddle which is compact enough to use as a secondary paddle on […]

Episode 520 ~ February 5, 2026 Podcast Info / Topics Tis the season for some people to start planning long distance paddling trips aimed at breaking records UNITAR is using paddle sports to promote sustainability at the Olympics Fox 40 has a telescopic paddle which is compact enough to use as a secondary paddle on […]

JP finally won a game of paddle. The guys are skeptical of the skill level of his opponents.

A New Era for the SportsPlex On a snow covered Thursday afternoon in Winchester, Virginia, the sounds of laughter and plastic paddles echo through the newly transformed PklPlex. What was once a multipurpose arena hosting basketball, floor hockey, and volleyball has evolved into something entirely different—six championship-quality indoor pickleball courts that are drawing players from teenagers to octogenarians. Owners Tammy LaCroix and Mike Turpin spent over a year searching for the perfect location to open their pickleball club they tell host Janet Michael and co-host Justin Kerns on a recent episode of The Valley Today. After encountering numerous zoning issues with other buildings, they finally connected with the owner of the Winchester SportsPlex last summer. The facility, located at 221 Commonwealth Court just off Interstate 81 in Kernstown, wasn't being used to its full capacity. Consequently, they negotiated a lease for half the building and got to work transforming it into the region's premier indoor pickleball destination. Building Something Special The transformation wasn't simple. First, the team stripped the arena down to bare concrete, removing the old plastic tiles that had served multiple sports. Then, they brought in specialized equipment to prepare the surface for what would become elite-level courts. Using Laykold—a company trusted by USTA tennis facilities worldwide—they applied a seven-layer painting process with sand built into each layer for optimal traction. Moreover, the PklPlex stands out as one of the only facilities on the East Coast to feature plexiglass barriers surrounding the courts. Unlike traditional chain-link fencing, these transparent walls allow spectators to watch every moment of play from the comfortable lounge area. This design choice creates an inviting atmosphere where families can relax on couches, enjoy snacks, and observe players at every skill level. More Than Just a Sport Pickleball's explosive growth didn't happen by accident. Mike, a lifelong tennis player, explains that the pandemic created a perfect storm for the sport's popularity. People desperately needed outdoor exercise combined with social interaction, and pickleball delivered both. Unlike tennis, which takes years to master, newcomers can learn the basics in just 15 to 20 minutes. Furthermore, the sport's accessibility sets it apart. The court measures roughly half the size of a tennis court, players use lightweight paddles instead of heavy rackets, and the wiffle ball moves slower than a tennis ball. Additionally, the "kitchen"—a designated area near the net where players cannot spike the ball—prevents aggressive play and keeps the game friendly. Games only go to 11 points, making matches quick and allowing for frequent rotation among players. Building Community One Game at a Time What truly distinguishes the PklPlex is its emphasis on community. Tammy has created a tiered system of drop-in play sessions with delightfully creative names: Fresh Pickles for beginners, Paddle Rangers for intermediate players, Kitchen Masters for advanced players, and Court Commanders for the elite. Players register online through the Court Reserve app, which shows exactly who else will be playing. The system works brilliantly. Each court accommodates six registered players—four playing while two wait. Every 15 minutes, players rotate, ensuring everyone gets equal court time. When a session fills up, Tammy simply opens another court. Throughout the day, her phone constantly dings with messages as players coordinate their visits. Ages and Stages The membership roster tells an impressive story. Members range from 17 to 80 years old, and recently, the facility's oldest and youngest members faced off across the net. Both held their own, chatting and laughing throughout the match. This intergenerational appeal makes pickleball unique among sports. Families particularly love the flexibility. While members must be 17 or older to play independently, younger children can join their parents on private courts. Parents regularly book courts to play with their kids for an hour, creating quality family time. Meanwhile, high school and college students enjoy a special $5 drop-in rate, compared to the standard $15 visitor fee. No Experience Required For newcomers intimidated by trying a new sport, the PklPlex removes every barrier. The facility provides loaner paddles and balls, eliminating the need for upfront equipment purchases. Professional instructors offer lessons for those seeking to advance their skills, while Frederick County Parks and Recreation runs beginner classes on-site. Most importantly, the culture welcomes absolute beginners. When new players arrive, experienced members actively help them learn rather than dominating the court. Tammy recalls watching an 80-year-old woman with double hip replacements join a game. Despite limited mobility, she possessed an incredible serve from her tennis background. Other players adapted their game to include her, hitting balls within her reach and celebrating her contributions. Perfect for Visitors Justin (Winchester Tourism) emphasizes the facility's appeal for travelers. The Court Reserve app allows visitors from anywhere in the country to find local clubs, check schedules, and book courts before they arrive. Whether someone has two hours to burn on a rainy day or wants to maintain their pickleball routine while traveling, the PklPlex accommodates them. The facility operates Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 10 PM, offering both drop-in sessions and private court rentals. A well-stocked pro shop carries paddles, balls, and accessories for those who want to purchase their own gear. Additionally, the lounge area features ping pong and cornhole—both free to use—making it a complete recreational destination. The Addiction Factor Mike makes a bold claim: "Put a paddle in your hand—it's magic. You'll be addicted to pickleball." He insists he's never met anyone who tried the sport and didn't fall in love with it. The evidence supports him. One member stops by the desk daily to tell Tammy and Mike, "You have given me so much joy." During the grand opening over Christmas break, hundreds of people showed up for free play. Many have since become regular members. Even Mike admits that after working 10 to 15 hours at the facility, he'll be walking out the door when someone asks if he wants to play a game. His answer is always yes. A Sport Named After a Dog Perhaps the most charming detail about pickleball is its origin story. The sport has nothing to do with pickles. Instead, a family in Washington state created the game in the 1980s, and their dog was named Pickles. That simple fact somehow makes the sport even more endearing—a backyard invention that has grown into a nationwide phenomenon, bringing communities together one game at a time. For Winchester residents and visitors alike, the PklPlex offers something increasingly rare: a genuinely inclusive activity where 17-year-olds and 80-year-olds compete on equal footing, where strangers become friends within minutes, and where the only requirement for entry is a willingness to try something new.

"Follow your passion" consistently ranks as the most frustrating advice entrepreneurs receive. Today I'm breaking down why this well-meaning guidance becomes dangerous when followed blindly, and more importantly, what it actually decodes into when you think about it properly. Using my own experience with miniature painting and 3D printing, I'll show you how the real opportunity isn't doing what you love for money—it's finding others who share your passion and solving the problems they can't solve themselves.This episode of The Bootstraped Founder is sponsored by Paddle.comThe blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/follow-your-passion-but-not-like-that/ The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/434-follow-your-passion-but-not-like-that Check out Podscan, the Podcast database that transcribes every podcast episode out there minutes after it gets released: https://podscan.fmSend me a voicemail on Podline: https://podline.fm/arvidYou'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comHere are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw

Surfers and swimmers are being asked to return to the water to commemorate schoolboy Nico Antic who died after being mauled by a shark; Homes in the Victorian town of Gellibrand have no access to clean water after the Carlisle River bushfire damaged the local treatment plant; US ICE personnel will help protect American delegations at next month's ​Winter Olympics in Italy; Action-packed dark comedy "One Battle After Another" has led the nominations for the BAFTA Film Awards, with vampire thriller and box office smash "Sinners" also widely recognised; The sequel to the movie that gave teenage girls of the 80s many feelings with Patrick Swayze in those tight black pants, Dirty Dancing will begin production later this year THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host/Audio Producer: Claire MurphyBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back into the water today with an explosive episode focusing on early vertical forearm and the catch. We get into things like the proper entry, whether or not you should glide, and how to get maximum efficiency from your stroke. We go over tons of typical mistakes by triathletes, including diving too deep with your hand. We look at a few great drills and how they can help you develop better form and be more economical, which is the key to great triathlon swimming. We talk about technique sets vs. swimming long just to build yards. We get into efficiency, anxiety, and how to build confidence in the water. Sometimes it's just hard because you think you're bored. Start slow. Be patient. Build. Topics: Snow shoveling tips Swim as compared to a bike fit Body position and breathing Early Vertical Forearm - what does it mean The catch phase - propulsion Bad return on investment Why hand control is underrated Should you "glide?" What about entry Should fingers be spread open? Diving too deep with the hand Understanding early vertical forearm "leverage" Hip driven freestyle Shoulder over elbow over wrist Paddle and visual cues Tarzan drill and swimming with balls Long sets with rocks Skulling 24 x 100 or 2400 straight? Efficiency is speed Stop obsessing about yardage every time Maximum efficiency Economical athletes get the most return Shorter technique driven swims Getting faster with better form Fear and anxiety vs. confidence Take time to be more efficient Sometimes it's just hard because you think you're bored.   Mike Tarrolly - mike@c26triathlon.com Robbie Bruce - robbie@c26triathlon.com

Attention Crystal Lake Campers, we're back to experience final showdown of 1980's FRIDAY THE 13th!! In this 2016 episode, we explore the controversial idea that you should never walk into someone's knife and ponder the color of Mrs. Voorhees's knuckle hair. Plus, we play Choose Your Own Deathventure and consider whether the end of this film make a lick of sense, and if we should even care!! Paddle on out to the middle of an empty lake and think about it with us, won't you? Part of the BLEAV Network.Get even more episodes exclusively on Patreon! Artwork by Josh Hollis: joshhollis.com Kill By Kill theme by Revenge Body. For the full-length version and more great music, head to revengebodymemphis.bandcamp.com today!Join the new Discord Server Convo here! Our linker.ee Click here to visit our Dashery/TeePublic shop for killer merch! Join the conversation about any episode on the Facebook Group! Follow us on IG @killbykillpodcast!! Join us on Threads or even Bluesky Check out Gena's newsletter on Ghost!! Check out the films we've covered & what might come soon on Letterboxd! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

PicklePod 2.0 is presented by Marek Health. Use our code THEDINK for 10% off your $299 Intake Assessment at https://MarekHealth.com/ Chaos in Minnesota, a brand-new singles court experiment, a potential “pickleball competitor” sport, and one of the wildest medical timeout moments we've seen on tour… this episode has it all. Zane and Nico break down everything that went down at the PPA Minnesota Challenger, including huge upsets, the rise of 14-year-old phenom Cam Chaffin, and why the new narrowed singles court could fundamentally change the way singles pickleball is played. They also debate whether shrinking the court is the right solution, what the PPA is really trying to accomplish with singles, and if we're headed toward a future with fewer (or no) triple crowns. Plus, the guys react to the viral medical timeout involving Andre and Gabe, discuss the unwritten rules of being a good pickleball partner, unpack the buzz around the new sport “Tipti,” and hit Guess My Duper, Pickleball Court, and more. If you like hot takes, rule debates, and behind-the-scenes pro tour stories, you're in the right place.

The "improve 1% every day" mantra sounds inspiring until you realize it mostly gets people tweaking button colors and reorganizing task managers. Real improvements in early-stage businesses come from unexpected moments—like a single customer conversation that reveals you've been doing something wrong for six months. Instead of chasing unmeasurable micro-improvements, talk to one customer every day. That's where assumptions clash with reality, where you learn their language, and where you discover the insights that actually move the needle.This episode of The Bootstraped Founder is sponsored by Paddle.comThe blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/the-1-improvement-myth-why-customer-conversations-beat-micro-improvements-every-time/ The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/433-the-1-improvement-myth Check out Podscan, the Podcast database that transcribes every podcast episode out there minutes after it gets released: https://podscan.fmSend me a voicemail on Podline: https://podline.fm/arvidYou'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comHere are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw

Stéphane Scarella est l'invité de ce nouvel épisode de Mon Podcast Immo. Au micro d'Ariane Artinian, il présente le RENT Business Club, la nouvelle initiative du salon RENT pour dynamiser la PropTech toute l'année. Vous vous demandez comment prolonger l'effervescence de RENT au-delà du salon ? Faut-il créer encore un business club ? « On le fait parce qu'on nous l'a demandé. Et on est très heureux de le faire », affirme Stéphane Scarella. Paddle, dîners, pitchs inversés, learning expeditions : quatre piliers pour « entretenir la communauté qui aime l'innovation et le business dans l'immobilier ». Avec ce club ouvert, sans engagement, « chacun consomme ce qu'il veut : un dîner, une session de paddle, un voyage en Chine… ». Un format inédit et utile pour tous les pros de l'immobilier et de la Proptech.Animé par Ariane Artinian, journaliste et fondatrice du média MySweetImmo

What if happiness isn't something you wait for — but something you generate? In this solo episode, Anna walks you through a moment from the start of her year that offered a clear reminder of how you can create ease — even when things don't go as planned. Through this real-life moment, Anna unpacks one of the most powerful mindset shifts she knows:

The show-ending “Smoking Gun” segment on the Tuesday Bob Rose Show 1-20-26

The entrepreneurial world loves telling founders to "never give up"—but what if that advice is slowly killing your business? In this episode, I unpack why persistence without direction is just expensive stubbornness. The real skill isn't grinding through everything; it's knowing which assumptions to abandon while keeping the business alive. I share why running parallel experiments beats blind faith, and what a Twitter thread about Pieter Levels' "ugly" landing pages taught me about the beliefs we cling to without questioning.This episode of The Bootstraped Founder is sponsored by Paddle.comThe blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/dont-give-up-your-assumptions/The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/432-dont-give-up-your-assumptions Check out Podscan, the Podcast database that transcribes every podcast episode out there minutes after it gets released: https://podscan.fmSend me a voicemail on Podline: https://podline.fm/arvidYou'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comHere are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw

We joke about founders wearing many hats, but that metaphor misses the point. It's not about swapping accessories—it's about growing entirely new heads, each with its own brain that thinks, speaks, and prioritizes differently. In this episode, I explore why the transition from consulting or agency work to software entrepreneurship is so disorienting, and why the instincts that made you successful before might be the exact things preventing success now. From the uncomfortable truth about acquisition in low-touch SaaS to the cognitive dissonance of believing in yourself while questioning everything you know, this is about what it really takes to become someone new while staying grounded in who you've always been.This episode of The Bootstraped Founder is sponsored by Paddle.comThe blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/many-heads-not-many-hats-the-founders-identity-crisis/ The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/many-heads-not-many-hats-the-founders-identity-crisisCheck out Podscan, the Podcast database that transcribes every podcast episode out there minutes after it gets released: https://podscan.fmSend me a voicemail on Podline: https://podline.fm/arvidYou'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comHere are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw

Send us a textIn this episode, Tyler and Jimmy go through the new sponsors of the Pod. They talk about new paddle deals that are sparking rumours of where the players are heading next.. They end with a Q+A from the fans - Let us know what we should cover on the pod in future episodes, thanks for following along!—————————Website: https://www.tylerloong.com/ KOTC All Accesshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDiH-sjthLCovD8i79-AkWg/joinUse Code "KOTC" for $100 Savings on C&D Pickleball Nets: https://bestpickleballnets.com/ Use Code "KOTC" for Big Savings on Vulcan Gear: https://vulcansportinggoods.com/pagesCode “KOTC” for insane discounts at: https://www.clubpickleballmastermind.com/kotcUse Code ‘KOTC' for a great discount online at: clubpickleballshop.comKOTC Merch - Use “KOTC” kitchpickleball.comNEW KOTC DISCORD https://discord.com/invite/kNR65mBemfNEW KOTC CAMEOhttps://www.cameo.com/morekotcInstagram: Tyler's IG - @tyler.loong  Jimmy's IG - @jimmymiller_pbKOTC IG - @morekingofthecourt  Facebook: / tyler.loong   --0:00 Introduction 3:46 Club Pickleball Mastermind 8:12 Club Pickleball Shop 9:43 Kitch Pickleball KOTC Merch10:50 Vulcan 10:52 Stack Athletics11:26 C&D Pickleball Nets 11:41 Cameo12:11 ALL ACCESS Pass 16:54 Paddle Wars / New Contracts 47:44 Junior Pickleball vs. Junior Tennis 51:20 Contract Suspensions/Terminations 56:34 Q&ASupport the show

There's something strange about founders who built their entire business on open source software and open standards, then turn around and say you should lock customers in as hard as possible. I think that's a horrible practice—and counterintuitively, making it easy to leave actually makes people stay longer. Today I'm making the case for frictionless import and export, with real examples from PermanentLink and lessons from Fathom Analytics, and why informed choice beats artificial lock-in every time.This episode of The Bootstraped Founder is sponsored by Paddle.comThe blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/the-case-against-vendor-lock-in-why-easy-exit-means-better-retention/ The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/430-the-case-against-vendor-lock-in-why-easy-exit-means-better-retention Check out Podscan, the Podcast database that transcribes every podcast episode out there minutes after it gets released: https://podscan.fmSend me a voicemail on Podline: https://podline.fm/arvidYou'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comHere are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw

Links:Reddit thread about the paddle market: https://bit.ly/3YTUfHWVolair Shift: https://bit.ly/4ak3YhWEnhanced Duo widebody: https://bit.ly/4aBpC1dChapters:0:00 - Intro2:06 - Reddit thread that I wrote about paddles3:58 - DUPR end of year recap story13:20 - JW using a widebody in Daytona18:18 - ALW leaving PaddleTek 31:34 - 11six24 signs Dekel37:22 - Parris Todd fined $50,00039:46 - Volair shift1:06:06 - Enhanced Duo widebody1:09:37 - Paddle awards discussion1:15:06 - Aizec's paddle awards list1:20:58 - Reacting to last years predictions for Pickleball1:22:03 - Will we see more foam core paddles in 2025?1:23:06 - Will edgeless paddles get better in 2025?1:23:55 - Will we see more fully molded handles in 2025?1:25:03 - Will paddle core durability get better in 2025?1:26:21 - Will Chris main an elongated paddle in 2025?1:27:35 - Will a new face texture take over?1:29:24 - WIll paddles get slower in 2025?1:31:05 - Will paddle testing be solved in 2025?1:33:23 - Who will Bens partner be in 2025?1:34:49 - Will Chris become a 5.0?1:41:38 - Predictions for next year 1:55:37 - Goals for the new year

Episode 515 ~ January 1, 2026 Podcast Info / Topics It is summer in the southern hemisphere and South Africa has some good paddling spots to check out for all levels India has decided that only technically skilled and certified rafting guides will be allowed to work the rivers now A 6,800km expedition may be […]

Episode 515 ~ January 1, 2026 Podcast Info / Topics It is summer in the southern hemisphere and South Africa has some good paddling spots to check out for all levels India has decided that only technically skilled and certified rafting guides will be allowed to work the rivers now A 6,800km expedition may be […]

Why does everyone at your fundraiser need a paddle? We've teamed up with our friend and world class fundraiser, Chris Hensley, to give you a step by step guide (and real time case study that raised $26,000) on how to add the paddle drop to your next event.In this episode, Trevor Nelson sits down with Chris Hensley, professional auctioneer and former fundraiser, to break down exactly how paddle drops work, why they're so effective, and how nonprofits can use them to dramatically increase event revenue.Explore Chris Hensley's consulting and auctioneering services: https://www.bidraisebid.com/*In this episode we cover:*- What a paddle drop really is (and what it's not)- How to create anticipation and excitement before the moment happens- Why surprise is critical to maximizing participation- How to engage donors at every giving level- The role trusted community leaders play in increasing donations- How paddle drops help identify and cultivate future major donors- Why transparency and clear communication matter during the ask- How the right auctioneer can drive more results

Ban Blindspot: Gaming's Gaping Gap in the Great Aussie Online Clampdown.  Paddles, Premiums and Publicity: Tesla Takes a Swing at Pickleball.  Blood, Bands and Behaviour: How Whoop Is Blending Wearables with Wellness.  Mickey Meets Machines: Disney Dances with Generative AI.  Wrist Wizards and Wayward Wings: DJI's Drone Takes Orders from Your Watch.  Carbon Strings, Classic Soul: Printing the Future of the Cello.  Hallucinations on the Help Desk: Librarians vs Lying Language Models.  Weighty Wants: When Cable Control Costs a Pretty Penny.  Rolling with the Wind: The Tumbleweed Tech That Travels Further on Less Power. 

I spotted a LinkedIn post the other day—obviously AI-generated—with dozens of enthusiastic comments underneath. Every single one also written by AI. Bots responding to bots, a whole conversation with zero humans involved. It was both hilarious and deeply sad. This got me thinking about the dead internet theory and our role as founders in either contributing to it or pushing back against it. Today I'm exploring how we can build AI tools that augment human connection rather than replace it entirely—using AI as the means, not the end.This episode of The Bootstraped Founder is sponsored by Paddle.comThe blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/the-dead-internet-theory-are-we-building-machines-that-only-talk-to-other-machines/ The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/the-dead-internet-theory-are-we-building-machines-that-only-talk-to-other-machines Check out Podscan, the Podcast database that transcribes every podcast episode out there minutes after it gets released: https://podscan.fmSend me a voicemail on Podline: https://podline.fm/arvidYou'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comHere are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw

Conan and special guest D'Arcy Carden talk to Derek from Mountain View, CA about working as a commissioner for the San Francisco Pinball Department. Wanna get a chance to talk to Conan? Submit here: teamcoco.com/apply Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/conan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode is sponsored by Lightstone DIRECT. Lightstone DIRECT invites you to partner with a $12B AUM real estate institution as you grow your portfolio. Access the same single-asset multifamily and industrial deals Lightstone pursues with its own capital – Lightstone co-invests a minimum of 20% in each deal alongside individual investors like you. You're an institution. Time to invest like one. _____________ What if a life-altering accident on the beach redirected your entire career, and a mental health crisis became the catalyst for resilient leadership? In this inspiring episode of Bootstrap MD, Dr. Mike Woo-Ming welcomes Dr. Scott Ellner, as he shares his journey from witnessing a roadside trauma that sparked his path to medicine, to practicing in New England, facing burnout and suicidal thoughts, and pivoting to executive roles like leading Integris Health Medical Group. Drawing from surfing metaphors, he discusses mental health stigma, the addiction to identity, finding purpose beyond the OR, and practical tips for physicians navigating pivots, startups, and leadership in chaotic healthcare. Perfect for doctors feeling stuck or seeking nonclinical transitions, this conversation offers hope, transparency, and actionable insights on grit, resilience, and reaching out. Three Actionable Takeaways:   Embrace Mental Health Openly: Physicians face immense stressors—discuss it like physical health. If you're in crisis (e.g., burnout, cynicism), reflect on purpose: "What intimidates me motivates me." Reach out to a trusted person; a simple "Are you okay?" can save lives, as it did for Scott during a dark night on call. Redefine Purpose Beyond Identity: Don't tie your worth to "surgeon" or "physician"—identity addiction fuels burnout. Pivot by exploring passions (e.g., leadership, startups); spend time journaling or in "executive residencies" to learn business acumen, funding pitches, and health system buy-in for new ventures. Use Surfing as a Leadership Metaphor: Adversity builds grit. Paddle through discomfort like cold water or wetsuits. In healthcare chaos (post-COVID), lead by contributing meaningfully; for pivots, seek VC insights on exit strategies and physician influence (e.g., CMO buy-in) to make ideas stick. About the Show: Bootstrap MD is the ultimate podcast for physician entrepreneurs looking to escape traditional healthcare and control their financial futures. Hosted by Dr. Mike Woo-Ming, a successful physician, entrepreneur, and investor, the show delivers actionable insights on starting businesses, creating passive income, and navigating healthcare entrepreneurship. Featuring interviews with industry leaders, physicians, and experts in telemedicine and digital health, it's your guide to building a profitable, fulfilling career.  Tune in weekly at  http://bootstrapmd.com  About the Guest: Dr. Scott Ellner is a former general and trauma surgeon, now President of Integris Health Medical Group in Oklahoma City. A leadership strategist and TEDx speaker, he transitioned from clinical practice after a mental health crisis, drawing from surgery, surfing, and executive roles to help physicians combat burnout and lead sustainably. He's the author of Wipe Out, Rise Up: A Practical and Deeply Human Guide to Leadership, Grit, and Redefining Success in Medicine.  

Most technical founders I know understand marketing matters—they just hate doing it. They'd rather spend their time building features than fumbling through outreach and content strategies. I get it. I've been there for years. So today I'm sharing what's actually worked for me: letting machines do the heavy lifting. From programmatic SEO that turned Podscan's internal data into a signup engine, to AI-assisted customer scoring that tells me who's worth a personal conversation, to treating documentation as a discovery channel—these are systems that market your product while you focus on building it. And here's the counterintuitive part: most of the people who find you through these systems won't be your ideal customers. That's fine. They become your word-of-mouth channel instead.This episode of The Bootstraped Founder is sponsored by Paddle.comThe blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/marketing-for-founders-who-hate-marketing/ The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/428-marketing-for-founders-who-hate-marketingCheck out Podscan, the Podcast database that transcribes every podcast episode out there minutes after it gets released: https://podscan.fmSend me a voicemail on Podline: https://podline.fm/arvidYou'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comHere are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw

Thousands of Australians turned out this morning for an emotional paddle out at Bondi Beach, with a powerful message of healing, unity and hope just five days after Australia's worst terror attack. In this episode of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling is joined by one of the organisers and members of the Bondi Jewish community, David Solsky, who explains why today was an important step forward. Headlines: The Prime Minister has announced the federal government will launch a new national gun buyback scheme, the NSW Government has announced the details of its gun reform legislation, and Bondi hero, Ahmed al-Ahmed, has been presented with a cheque for more than $2.5 million in hospital. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastFacebook: @thebriefingpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands have gathered in solidarity on Bondi Beach this morning for a paddle out to honour the lives of the 15 victims.

Thousands have gathered in solidarity on Bondi Beach this morning for a paddle out to honour the lives of the 15 victims.

Links mentioned:Melin hat discount link: https://alnk.to/ge9bgEQSix Zero Coral: https://bit.ly/48SVTPR Volair Shift: https://bit.ly/4ak3YhW Tesla Plaid Paddle: https://bit.ly/48Wl9n8Ryan Fu / Samin tweet: https://bit.ly/4aMOrHu Pickleball.com article: https://bit.ly/4qe0odLChapters:0:00 - Intro3:05 - Question of the week3:43 - Melin discount code (only for 24 hours)6:43 - UPA-A player contracts terminated20:58 - Tesla Plaid / Selkirk paddle36:35 - Upcoming Volair Shift50:01 - Spartus P1 is approved1:02:49 - SixZero Coral1:11:42 - Have the categories for control, all court, and power shifted?1:30:21 - Q&A: How will the cold impact foam paddles?1:33:30 - More hot takes. Using weight to tune a paddle is overrated for most players1:35:45 - Foam isn't more durable than PP paddles, people are just eating up marketing hype1:39:28 - There will only be 3 mainstream brands in 4 years. Joola, Selkirk, and Vatic Pro1:41:35 - All tournaments should have a minimum combined team DUPR rating1:42:59 - Being able to “hang” in rec games with someone doesn't mean your DUPR should be the same

The "vibe coding will kill SaaS" narrative is everywhere right now, and I think it's completely wrong. Yes, anyone can spin up a Lovable or Bolt.new project in an afternoon. But there's a fundamental confusion happening: people are mistaking software products for software businesses. SaaS was never really about the software — it was always about the service, the operations, the years of edge cases and integrations and customer conversations that make a product actually work. In this episode, I break down why vibe-coded solutions fall apart the moment real customers show up, why "comprehension debt" is the hidden killer of AI-built projects, and how we might need to shift our messaging to make the invisible 20% of our work visible to buyers who now think they could build everything themselves.This episode of The Bootstraped Founder is sponsored by Paddle.comYou'll find the Black Friday Guide here: https://www.paddle.com/learn/grow-beyond-black-fridayThe blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/vibe-coding-wont-kill-saas/The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/427-vibe-coding-wont-kill-saas Check out Podscan, the Podcast database that transcribes every podcast episode out there minutes after it gets released: https://podscan.fmSend me a voicemail on Podline: https://podline.fm/arvidYou'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comHere are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw

If you're in B2B SaaS, you probably feel it already: the old way of “just hire more SDRs and send more emails” is broken.Everyone has the same tooling. Everyone is running the same sequences. Everyone is “personalising at scale” with the same prompts. Yet pipeline quality is down, efficiency is under scrutiny, and suddenly… go-to-market (GTM) design has become a first-class strategic problem.Few people are better positioned to talk about this shift than Harrison Rose.Harrison co-founded Paddle, helped turn it into one of the UK's fastest-growing software companies, and has now raised a $13M Series A (led by Notion Capital, with participation from Robin Capital, Inovia, Salicap, Common Magic, Andrena and more) to build GoodFit – an AI-driven GTM data platform.Here's what's covered:00:47 | What GoodFit actually does — mapping your entire market and scoring every account01:32 | Paddle origins → the first-principles GTM problem that later became GoodFit03:31 | From internal tool to standalone company — recognizing the “product inside Paddle”04:18 | Who buys GoodFit — why B2B tech is the first adopter (and why the market is much bigger)06:28 | Second-time founder advantage — credibility, networks, and selling before the product exists08:29 | Choosing investors — why Notion, avoiding echo chambers, and constructing a syndicate13:24 | Bootstrapping for four years — optionality, profitability curiosity, and knowing when VC is the right path18:34 | AI's real impact on go-to-market — why most teams are just automating bad outreach22:25 | The GoodFit vision — deciding who to sell to, why, and how (and leaving execution to others)35:34 | Leaving Paddle — identity, founder evolution, and learning to lead differently the second time around46:40 | Giving back — why Harrison opens his inbox for “weird, gnarly, unsaid” founder questions

Send us a textAuthor Conrad Bibens speaks on his latest book, "The Best General in the Civil War." This is the story of General George H. Thomas. Music is graciously provided by Craig Duncan.Our website: https://www.untoldcivilwar.com/Our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMMWxSupport the show:One time donation of any amount here: https://www.paypal.me/supportuntoldCWMonthly payment through Patreon and unlock unique perks!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=51151470&fan_landing=truThis show is made possible by the support of our sponsors:The Badge MakerProudly carrying affordable, USA made products for reenactors, living history interpreters, and lovers of history.Civil War TrailsThe world's largest 'Open Air Museum' offering over 1,350 sites across six states. Paddle to Frederick Douglass's birthplace, follow the Gettysburg Campaign turn-by-turn in your car, or hike to mountain tops where long forgotten earthworks and artillery positions await you.Military Images MagazineAmerica's only magazine dedicated solely to the study of portrait photographs of Civil War soldiers.The Excelsior BrigadeDealers in FINE CIVIL WAR MEMORABILIA.The goal of the "Brigade" is to offer high quality, original items while ensuring the best in service and customer satisfaction.HistoryFixCome enjoy history! Explore stories from the Middle Ages to the early 21st century. Enjoy historical video content always ad free and get a 7-day free trial as you explore our site.1863 DesignsAre you looking for Civil War themed graphic design, logo design, historical art and or hand drawn art? Look no further than 1863 Designs. Use the code, “UNTOLD” for 15% off your purchase! Iron Horse Military AntiquesIron Horse Military Antiques is an Illinois-based buyer and seller of nineteenth-century documents, letters, images, and militaria, specializing in the American Civil War.Support the show

Jack Ellis recently shared that storing page views and custom events in separate database tables was his biggest mistake at Fathom Analytics. That got me thinking about my own data modeling decisions at Podscan—choices I made on day one that now, two years and 45 million episodes later, either enable or constrain everything I build. Today, I'm exploring how your data model doesn't just store information, it fundamentally shapes how you think about your product. From the simple decision of whether to include teams in your authentication system to the complex realities of running full-text search across terabytes of transcript data, I'll share the migrations, the blue-green deployments, and the hard lessons about building flexibility into both your infrastructure and your founder mindset.I'm running a time-limited Black Friday sale of The Bootstrapper's Bundle: all my books, all my courses, all formats, for $25 instead of $100+. Grab it here: https://tbf.link/bffThis episode of The Bootstraped Founder is sponsored by Paddle.comYou'll find the Black Friday Guide here: https://www.paddle.com/learn/grow-beyond-black-fridayThe blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/how-your-data-model-shapes-your-product/ The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/426-how-your-data-model-shapes-your-product Check out Podscan, the Podcast database that transcribes every podcast episode out there minutes after it gets released: https://podscan.fmSend me a voicemail on Podline: https://podline.fm/arvidYou'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comHere are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw

Episode 511 ~ December 4, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics If you are heading to Nevada there are 7 places to paddle that are good for beginner and seasoned paddlers A canoeing couple solved a 100 year old mystery in Canada’s northern Barren Lands The Khayelitsha Canoeing Club in Cape Town are being hampered by […]

Episode 511 ~ December 4, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics If you are heading to Nevada there are 7 places to paddle that are good for beginner and seasoned paddlers A canoeing couple solved a 100 year old mystery in Canada’s northern Barren Lands The Khayelitsha Canoeing Club in Cape Town are being hampered by […]

Links:Weighted tape guide: https://youtu.be/tRG-VCk1Da0?si=nJuleSZOm_LYax8sChapters:0:00 - Intro3:57 - Question of the week5:14 - A couple of funny stories14:01 - Proton Peacock update23:35 - Spartus P1 coming soon?27:28 - Got 2 more Luzz inferno's27:50 - Chris's hot take31:29 - Paddle awards season34:47 - advice for increasing DUPR but not deal with all the fees44:08 - Which is better for performance, polymer or foam?51:13 - If you were 3.5 again, would you pay For lessons? What would your budget be?55:14 - What is the best weight setup for the BnB loco elongated?57:49 - Have you tried the new PIKKL skins?1:00:55 - How much do you pay for indoor play in MN?1:04:19 - Our take on choking up on the paddle1:12:53 - Are you taking January off like last year?1:14:41 - Thoughts on Honolulu J6CR1:15:12 - Thoughts on Charm V vs Coral? both seem all court appealing1:16:42 - Has anyone tried to bribe you for a good review?1:18:00 - How did you choose Mia as your mixed partner?1:21:20 - What are the best angles to film play from?1:22:42 - If someone is coming from a Pro IV what's the first foam paddle to try?1:25:25 - Do all foam paddles get slightly softer when they break in? Any long term changes noticed in foam

It’s the most wonderful time of the year – PAX Unplugged is when we get to catch up with friends in the boardgame industry, see new games, and meet some of YOU! 00:00 Fact for 411 If you’re a Millenial, you know that 411 was (is) a phone number to call for general information. Did you know there are other X11 codes? https://www.networkworld.com/article/956606/beyond-911-other-n-1-1-codes-you-should-know.html Sponsor Message How do you know if you’re ready to retire? There’s the financial aspect, but don’t forget about the emotional and physical as well. If you want help reviewing the financial part of preparing for retirement, set up a time to talk to First Move for free by going to firstmovefinancial.com/familygamers today. 0:05:10 What We’ve Been Playing INK – review out today of this race to place all your ink bottles.Odin – review coming next week. Best at 3-4 players.Chit Chat – had our best game ever at 9 points! Check out the review.Stroop – still breaks our brain, but fun.Bouba/Kiki – a cooperative party game about matching shapes with nonsense words.(We talk at length about Stroop and Bouba/Kiki in episode 370.)Tropichaos – a fruit-selling push-your-luck game from Oink Games.Person Do Thing – a simple word party game. Try it yourself at PersonDoThing.comLeaders – we will talk a lot about this later. 0:18:00 The Family Gamers Community Welcome to our newest community members on Facebook! Stop in and say hello. #Backtalk We asked what your favorite thing to do at a convention – if you’ve ever been to one. A few of you answered on the #backtalk channel on the Discord and in our Facebook community. PAX Unplugged 2025 Interviews 0:25:35 SnapShips Tactics with Micah “X-wing crossed with Galaxy Trucker, and you’re trying to kill each other.” Make your ship look like you want, and make it play like you want. Starter set for two players is about $65. www.snapshipstactics.com 0:29:00 Kess with Court A game based on OnePiece! www.kessentertainment.co 0:32:30 Outset Media with David Guildlands – “if Carcassonne met Root“ Karak – a favorite for kids, with lots of upgrades over the version we reviewed years ago. And Karak II for a more challenging game! Shadow Ninjas – cats sneaking into the dojo to eat the koi, and one dog trying to eliminate them all. outsetmedia.com 0:36:10 Fight in a Box with Seppy Yoon Puppies or Poop – build a doggie land-mine field under the leaves. Try to survive without poop on your shoes! A cute and more memorable re-implementation of Squirrel or Die. Kaiser Cucumber – evil geniuses trying to out-steal each other. A sort of sequel to Mouse Cheese Cat Cucumber. www.fightinabox.com 0:40:15 SRG Universe with Steve Supershow – a wrestling card game – and Super Lucha which is a crossover with luchadors. Rummy Gummies – a set-playing card game. “Rummy with Uno-like effects” supershowthegame.com 0:45:00 Envy Born Games with Matthew Sirens – 1-2 player tiny game. Draft cards to make a song and lure sailors. Hercules and the 12 Labors – solo game. Battle your way through Hercules’s famous 12 labors and choose rewards to help you with future labors. envyborngames.com 0:48:20 Kids Table Board Gaming / Burnt Island Games with Sean River Market – now available!Sea Shells – set collection by Bruno Faiduitti, coming summer 2026Pack & Paddle – Kickstarter in 2026Treeline – recover the landscape. Also coming summer 2026. Fans of Diced Veggies and Endeavor: Deep Sea. www.kidstablebg.com and www.burntislandgames.com 0:52:50 Jason Anarchy Games Trombone Champ – yes, like the video game. Full of hotdogs, baboons, and silly fake trombone facts. 0:55:00 Wonderful World Board Games with Ariel Dragonarium – go check out the Kickstarter before December 11! Last Lantern – coop polyomino game. Silently build a path across the board. www.wonderfulworldbg.com 1:00:25 Bezier Games with Jay Zombie Princess – a sequel to Rebel Princess. “Save” the zombies by chopping off their heads. Trick-taking game that’s best with partners. Haunted Mouse – a ladder-climbing/shedding card game that lets you use your opponents’ cards. Game Makers – heavier game with a rondel. You step into the role of a game publisher – very meta. Recommendations for this holiday: Seers Catalog and Xylotar (we reviewed the expansion) beziergames.com Bonus: Jay is also @CardboardEast – he reviews games from Taiwan, Singapore, Japan, etc. Check out his Youtube channel! 1:04:50 Play to Z Games with Zev Animal Rescue Team – with Matt Leacock Twisted Trumpets – route-building, sort of. You’re building out very weird, twisty trumpet pipes. Soothsayers – engine-building card game using traditional tarot. www.playtozgames.com 1:09:55 Doomlings with Eric Mokoko Village expansion Nightflower Island Gold pack, and a 15-pack Gold Box (by popular demand!) “We wanted to trick our moms into playing Magic: The Gathering with us” TFG has really enjoyed Doomlings – easy to learn, with a lot of luck, but also some depth. Our review. www.doomlings.com 1:14:45 Capstone Games with Chris Sanctuary – an Ark Nova game, a bit lighter than Ark Nova.Up or Down?Rowdy Partners – trick taking for 1-4 players. Wrestling theme with characters, each who has their own powersWandering Towers – a TFG favorite.Forestry – harvest a forest while replanting to manage it. Heavier game.Galileo Galilei – heavier gameAquariaStick ‘Em refreshWandering Towers expansion coming soon! capstone-games.com 1:19:00 Moon Crab Games with Justin Leviathan Wilds – cooperative boss-battling game that uses a spiral-bound book for the gameboard. “Climb together. Save Leviathans.” leviathanwilds.com 1:24:30 PAX Unplugged takeaways Andrew: PAX Enforcers (volunteers) and employees do an awesome job. And it’s really cool to see the same folks year after year. Love the culture of PAX Unplugged and its family friendliness. Anitra: We waited in line as a family to get in and see Jacques Ze Whipper. Waiting in line, even for over an hour, was incredibly pleasant: mostly because the people around us were patient and friendly. We hope to see you at PAX Unplugged 2026, December 4-6! 1:30:30 New Backtalk Question We’ve been listening to records. What is your favorite thing to do with your family that is NOT playing board games? Tell us on the #backtalk channel on our Discord, or in our Facebook community. Find Us Online: Facebook: @familygamersaa and thefamilygamers.com/communityTwitter (X): @familygamersaaInstagram: @familygamersaaTikTok: @familygamersaaBluesky: @familygamersaaThreads: @familygamersaaYoutube: TheFamilyGamers or join the Family Tabletop Community on Discord! thefamilygamers.com/discord Or, for the most direct method, email us! andrew@thefamilygamers.com and anitra@thefamilygamers.com. PLEASE don’t forget to subscribe to the show, tell your friends about the show, and leave us a review at Apple Podcast or whatever your podcast subscription source is. We’re also on Amazon Music, TuneIn, and Spotify. You can also now find us on YouTube Music! So pull it up and give us a listen while you’re toiling away at work :) The Family Gamers is sponsored by First Move Financial. Go to FirstMoveFinancial.com/familygamers to learn how the team at First Move Financial can help you pile up the victory points. 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While the captain of the Emily G. Reed was sadly reporting the loss of 11 brave mariners, four of the missing were adrift, desperately bailing water out of a damaged and leaky lifeboat. Destination: Puget Sound. (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/1503a.shipwreck-emily-g-reed.328.html)

Jason Manford and his best mate Steve Edge are back with some light-hearted fun for your Sunday morning.This week, Jason spills the beans on an all-star paddle match featuring none other than Michael McIntyre and Gary Barlow. And if that wasn't enough, he takes us behind the velvet curtain of the Royal Variety Show, where he may or may not have invited the Prince and Princess of Wales to swap their crowns for a paddle. (Spoiler: they were very polite about it.)Meanwhile, Steve faces a life-changing question about vending machines, we investigate the mystery of a vanishing bin in Bin Chat, and your trivia skills get a workout in Hit Me With Your Best Facts.

In this follow-up to our paddle-angle masterclass, Michael and Mircea dig into the advanced version of one of pickleball's most important (and misunderstood) skills: learning to read what your opponents are about to do before they do it. After catching up—Michael's Thanksgiving trip to North Carolina, CRBN's new cold-weather gear, and the limited-edition CRBN Summit paddle drop—the guys jump straight into how paddle-angle reading evolves at the 4.0–5.0 level. At this stage, everyone can dink, reset, roll, and counter. The real separator becomes: who anticipates better? And even more importantly: who disguises better? Michael and Mircea break down the specifics of how higher-level players use paddle angle, stance, and subtle body cues to hide their intentions. They talk about why the non-returning partner should basically be a walking radar—predicting drops vs drives, sliding into better positions early, and helping their partner get up with less chaos. Then they move into real on-court examples from their recent games together: • Why giving strong players their favorite patterns is a recipe for pain • How to instantly recognize flat drives that are 100% sailing long • Why racquetball-style grips almost guarantee upward-facing, out-of-control forehands • How Mircea disguises speed-ups so late that you can't read the direction until the last millisecond They introduce the concept of half-tracking, where you use your peripheral vision to track the ball into your partner's contact but immediately shift your eyes forward to read your opponents' paddle angles, shoulders, hips, and swing cues. This lets you anticipate flicks, rolls, chicken-wings, and speed-ups before the ball ever crosses the net. To put it all into practice, they give three simple, powerful training ideas: Dink-only paddle-angle reads Drill cross-court or straight-on dinks and make your #1 focus predicting direction based solely on paddle angle. Slow-motion prediction training Film a point, pause before contact, and try calling the shot—line, middle, cross-court, drop, roll, or speed-up. Disguise training Learn to hold your paddle still longer and change direction at the last moment so your opponents can't read you. The episode wraps with a huge truth bomb: If you want to keep improving past 4.0, and especially if your legs and reaction time aren't 22 years old anymore, paddle-angle reading might be the single biggest skill you can add. It lets you move sooner, defend more confidently, and see the game two beats ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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