Pickleball Cheat Code

What does it take to play pickleball with real swag—and actually back it up? In this episode, Brodie sits down with CRBN pro Danni-Elle Townsend to talk about her journey from table tennis to becoming one of the most exciting players in the game. They get into her training routines, how she builds mental toughness and confidence on the court, and what it actually means to develop weapons and layer skills over time. Danni-Elle shares what she's learned from playing alongside top pros like CJ and Andrei, how she adapts her game against different opponents, and why cross-training and physical fitness are non-negotiable at the highest level. Plus, a look at the cultural differences between the Australian and American sports worlds that shape how she approaches the game.
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Want to improve faster? The answer isn't just more court time—it's smarter, more intentional work. In this episode, Brodie and special guest Kevin Tsati AKA “Fear the Fro”, break down exactly how to level up fast in pickleball without burning out or spinning your wheels. They cover why embracing failure is a prerequisite for real growth, how recording your games reveals things you'd never notice in the moment, and why drilling one skill at a time beats unfocused reps every time. They also get into using tournaments as a practice space instead of just a scorecard, why accountability changes how you perform under pressure, and how fitness, diet, and hydration outside of pickleball directly impact your game. Improvement is the goal—winning is just a byproduct.

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Think you need to speed up to win at high levels? Think again. In this episode, Brodie and Tanner make a compelling case for owning the soft game—and why consistency, patience, and smart dinking will beat the big, erratic game almost every time. They break down why making shots is the single most important thing in pickleball, how dinking out of the air is one of the most underrated weapons you're probably not using, and why softening your hands leads to more balls made and more points won. They also get into mastering the short hop, setting a dink rule with your partner before speeding up, and why the mental game is tougher than most players admit. Oh, and it's time to stop obsessing over your DUPR.
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If there's one thing that wins pickleball matches, it's getting to the kitchen—and most players are making it harder than it needs to be. In this episode, Brodie and Tanner break down why getting to the non-volley zone is the single most important objective in pickleball, and why so many players overcomplicate the path to get there. They dig into why footwork is the foundation of everything, why driving is overrated for players focused on improvement, and how aggressive drops can put serious pressure on opponents. They also cover the difference between a controlled transition and a rushed one, when to be passive versus aggressive with your drops, and what the analytics actually say about who wins. The team that gets to the kitchen more wins—full stop.
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Pickleball is going global—and what's happening in Asia right now might surprise you. In this episode, Brodie and Tanner share firsthand observations from their trip to Asia, breaking down why Vietnam has emerged as the most developed pickleball country in Southeast Asia. They talk about how a strong tennis culture has shaped incredibly athletic, fast-handed players, why South East Asia singles play rivals anything you'd see in the U.S., and where doubles still has room to grow. They also get into the cultural differences shaping who plays the game, how rating systems differ across the world, and what international players can teach us about our own training. If you think pickleball is just an American thing, this episode will change your perspective.
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