The MicklePod

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.
Buckle Up ! Get that Podcorn It's another Amazing Pickle with Mickle Interview
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

Season 6 Episode 51: A Look at the NFC West and a Weekend Recap

Summary
In this conversation, Mickle Moore discusses various topics including college football, movie sequels, pickleball, and the NFC West in the NFL. He expresses his disappointment with the Florida State football team and criticizes quarterback DJ Ukulele. He also shares his thoughts on movie sequels, particularly the remake of The Crow.
Mickle then transitions to talking about pickleball and highlights the success of player Gabriel Tardio. Finally, he analyzes the NFC West division in the NFL and provides insights on each team's strengths and potential outcomes for the season.
Chapters
00:00 Disappointment with Florida State's Quarterback02:47 The Problem with Movie Sequels05:11 The Rise of Pickleball and Gabriel Tardio09:12 Analyzing the NFC West in the NFL
 
 

Season 6 Episode 50 : Reboots and Resurrection: The Crow and NFC East

Summary
In this conversation, Mickle Moore discusses various topics including the resurrection of sports teams, the reboot of the movie 'The Crow', updates on the PPA Tour, and the state of the NFC East in the NFL. He also mentions the launch of the APP Academy and raises questions about paddle testing and the Women of PPA MLP swimsuit calendar. The conversation concludes with a preview of upcoming interviews and a reminder to stay safe.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction01:21 Resurrection in Sports03:26 The Reboot of 'The Crow'08:42 Updates on the PPA Tour16:08 Analyzing the NFC East Teams22:37 Upcoming Interviews and Safety Reminder

Pickle with Mickle Interview Series: On the Court with Hexpaddle

Summary
Stephanie and Raoul, founders of Hex Paddle, discuss their journey of bringing pickleball to Ireland and their efforts to grow the sport in the country. They talk about how they discovered pickleball while visiting the US and decided to bring it back to Ireland. They faced challenges in finding affordable paddles in Ireland, which led them to start their own paddle company. They share their experience of getting their paddles approved by the USA Pickleball Association and their plans to expand their business in the US market. They also discuss the unique aspects of playing pickleball in Ireland, such as indoor courts and different ball surfaces. Hex Paddle is looking to expand into the US market and introduce their premium paddle next year. They believe that there is a natural transition for people in India and China to start playing pickleball, and if it is included in the Olympics, it could gain even more popularity. The next chapter discusses the different materials and features they are considering for their next paddle, such as T700 and T900 carbon fiber and Kevlar. They want to balance power and spin to cater to different playing styles. They also mention upcoming events in Ireland and invite people to play pickleball with them in Dublin.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Irish Banter02:30 The Journey of Hex Paddle03:45 The Rapid Growth of Pickleball in Ireland12:51 Getting Paddles Approved by the USA Pickleball Association17:22 Playing Pickleball in Ireland: Indoor Courts and Unique Ball Surfaces20:16 Expanding Hex Paddle: Plans for the US Market21:30 Expanding into the US Market and Introducing a Premium Paddle23:37 The Potential of Pickleball in India and China26:18 Pickleball in the Olympics34:20 Considering Materials and Features for the Next Paddle35:45 Balancing Power and Spin for Different Playing Styles39:12 Upcoming Pickleball Events in Ireland
 
 

Season 6 Episode 49: Rollercoasters and The Thrill of the AFC East

Summary
In this conversation, Mickle discusses various topics including baseball, pickleball, roller coasters, and the AFC East in football. He shares his thoughts on Aaron Judge's home run record, the current state of baseball, and the race to the World Series. He also talks about his experiences in pickleball tournaments and the excitement of meeting new people through the sport. Additionally, he explores the world of roller coasters and highlights some of the top roller coasters around the world. Finally, he provides an overview of the AFC East division in football and predicts the performance of each team.
Twists and Turns in another all New Episode ! Buckle Up and Get that Podcorn!
Chapters
00:00 Baseball and Aaron Judge03:21 Pickleball Tournaments and Community06:28 The Thrill of Roller Coasters10:13 Previewing the AFC East Division in Football

Season 6 Episode 47: We started on Friday

Summary
In this conversation, Mickle is fired up after attending his companies Sales Kick-Off and discusses various topics including the closing ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics, the dominance of Team USA in women's basketball, and the outlook for the AFC South and AFC North divisions in the NFL. He also mentions upcoming interviews with pickleball people on The Pickle with Mickle Interview Series.  Mickle also previews the PPA action in Bristol, Tennessee.
A roller coaster of a ride, and not enough time to cover national Roller coaster Day !
Chapters
00:00 Vibrant Closing Ceremony at the 2024 Summer Olympics07:48 Team USA's Dominance in Women's Basketball15:43 Unpredictable AFC South Division in the NFL19:48 Competitive Outlook for the AFC North Division