The MicklePod

S7 The 3rd Season: Week 2 and A Sip from The Solheim Cup

Summary
In this episode, Mickle Moore dives into a thrilling weekend of sports, covering everything from the excitement of the Solheim Cup and the latest in Pickleball to the drama of college football and the NFL. He shares insights on standout performances, key matchups, and the cultural significance of football in America, all while keeping the energy high and the commentary engaging.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap02:46 Pickleball Highlights and Performances06:05 Solheim Cup Victory for Team USA09:50 College Football Insights and Drama15:10 NFL Week 2 Preview and Analysis

S7 Welcome to the 3rd Season

Summary
In this episode, Mickle Moore reviews the weekend's sports events, including college football, the APP pickleball tour, and the NFL. He discusses the excitement surrounding the start of the football season, highlights key matchups, and shares insights on player performances. The conversation also touches on a controversial incident involving Tyreek Hill and police interaction, leading to a broader discussion on accountability and behavior in sports. Finally, Mickle provides predictions for upcoming NFL games, emphasizing the importance of team dynamics and player health.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Weekend Review02:57 Pickleball Fever and APP Tour Updates05:48 NIL and College Football Insights09:03 NFL Week One Recap and Analysis11:51 Tyreek Hill Incident and Police Interaction14:58 NFL Week Two Predictions and Matchups

Pickle with Mickle Interview Series : Lounging Around at Center Court Pickleball

Summary
Center Court Pickleball is a popular pickleball facility with multiple locations. The conversation covers various topics related to Center Court, including the facilities, the staff, and the challenges of running a pickleball center. The hosts also discuss the social media presence of Center Court and the plans for future events and tournaments. The conversation ends with some fun and lighthearted questions about favorite sports teams, dream cars, and favorite movies.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Center Court Pickleball05:23 Challenges and Adaptation at Center Court Pickleball11:54 Building Camaraderie and Connection at Center Court Pickleball14:39 Exciting Tournaments and Events at Center Court Pickleball18:30 Fun and Vibrant Community at Center Court Pickleball29:56 Lessons and Amenities at Center Court Pickleball
 

NFL Reveal 2024-25, Triple Lindy and a Sixer for the Kids

Summary
This conversation is a special edition of the MicklePod focused on football. The host discusses the upcoming NFL games, his fantasy football team, and makes predictions for the season. He also talks about college football games and gives his picks. The conversation is filled with enthusiasm and excitement for the start of the football season.
Chapters
00:00 Excitement for the Start of the Football Season02:46 Fantasy Football and Week One Matchup07:07 Predictions for NFL Playoffs and Super Bowl13:36 College Football Games and Picks
 

Pickle with Mickle Interview Series : On the Court with Camila Zilveti

Summary
Camila Zilveti, a professional pickleball player and founder of Pickleball Cowboy, discusses her journey in the sport and her experiences with tournament preparation and sponsorships. She shares insights into the pickleball scene in Austin, her partnerships with different players, and her aspirations for the future. Camila also talks about the challenges and opportunities in the pickleball industry, including the creation of her own paddle brand, 11 Zero.
Camila Zilveti discusses the issue of paddle grit in pickleball and the potential changes in the testing protocols. She explains that many players sand down their paddles to increase the grit, which is against the rules. However, there may be changes in the approval system that will crack down on this practice. Camila also shares her favorite places to play pickleball in Austin and talks about her love for traveling and skiing. She reveals that she is fluent in German and Spanish and discusses her favorite movies and TV shows.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background02:25 Pickleball in Austin and Finding Love07:12 Tournament Preparation and Partner Dynamics10:40 Partnerships and Future Plans13:44 Upcoming Tournaments and MLP18:55 Challenges and Opportunities in the Pickleball Industry22:45 Creating Pickleball Cowboy and 11.030:14 Cracking Down on Paddle Grit35:39 The Best Places to Play Pickleball in Austin36:37 Traveling and Skiing: Camila's Passions40:11 Fluency in German and Spanish: Camila's Bilingual Background45:02 Favorite Movies and TV Shows: Camila's Recommendations
 

Season 6 Episode 54 : BIG Weekend Recap a Labor of Sorts

In this amazing Episode, Mickle Moore discusses various sports topics including fantasy football, tennis, baseball, pickleball, college football, and the NFC North in the NFL.
He provides updates on the US Open tennis tournament. He also recaps the PPA Vegas pickleball tournament and talks about Scottie Scheffler's dominance in golf. Additionally, he gives a brief overview of college football games from the weekend.
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Season 6 Episode 53: Pickleball and Football in Vegas Baby

Summary
In this conversation, Mickle Moore discusses various topics including college football, the Tour Championship, pickleball, and the NFC South in the NFL. He shares his predictions for the upcoming football season and highlights key matchups. Moore also provides insights into the Las Vegas Pickleball Cup and discusses the teams and players to watch. The conversation concludes with a preview of the NFC South division and expectations for each team.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction00:52 College Football and Tour Championship02:07 Las Vegas Pickleball Cup03:27 Preview of the NFC South

Pickle with Mickle Interview Series : The Rapid Growth and Future of Slyce Pickleball

Summary
In this conversation, Mickle interviews David Shano, the founder of Slyce Pickleball. They discuss the growth of Slyce Pickleball, David's background in the horse racing industry, his passion for pickleball, and the development of the Slyce Speed Cap. They also talk about future plans for Slyce, including collaborations with other paddle companies and the launch of a training paddle.
David shares his excitement about the potential of pickleball becoming an Olympic sport. In this conversation, David Shano and Mickle discuss the athleticism of pickleball and the need for standardization in equipment testing and ratings. They also touch on topics such as college tennis players transitioning to pickleball, the growth of the sport, and the enjoyment of playing at any level.
The conversation concludes with a speed round of questions covering topics like football, favorite pickleball players, and personal preferences.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Slice Pickleball's Growth03:02 David's Dream of Attending the Kentucky Derby05:26 David's Tennis Background and the Inspiration for Slice08:34 Different Variations of the Slice Cap13:58 David's Introduction to Pickleball17:13 The Social and Competitive Aspects of Pickleball18:30 Slice's Presence in the Pickleball Community20:11 Expanding into Other Racket Sports21:23 The Future of Slice and Innovations23:47 Pickleball's Potential as an Olympic Sport25:30 The Athleticism of Pickleball and the Transition from Tennis26:36 The Need for Standardization in Pickleball Equipment28:05 The Growth and Evolution of Pickleball28:46 Having Fun and Competing at Any Level29:33 Favorite Pickleball Players and Equipment30:47 Enjoying Country Music and Kenny Chesney Concerts31:29 Favorite Comedy Movie: 'We're the Millers'32:42 The Passion for Harley Davidson Motorcycles37:00 The Involvement of the Shano Family in Pickleball and American Equus