This Pickleball Life

Apr 14 2025 59 ep. 65 mins 14

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Jill Braverman and Kristin Walla discuss timely pickleball topics, news, advice and humor. Equal parts humor, entertainment and instruction. If you love pickleball, you'll love this podcast. Send your "Dear Jilly B" questions to: [email protected] -------------------------------- https://www.instagram.com/jillybpickleball/ https://www.instagram.com/wallagolf/

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Hot take: Anna Bright can do better than ALW. Plus Brad Tuckman from The Fort | Pod 60

Apr 14 2025 73 mins

Did Anna Bright make a huge mistake?! Jill and K-Dubs break down what happened, what it means for the field and which partnerships we might be seeing in the future. Find out which host got hospitalized last week. APP Fort Recap. Is dinking dead? Learn how The Fort is setting a Guiness Book of World Records. *ALW/CP Losses Since 2024:1. "Girlies" Austin - March 20242. &quo

Pickleball’s biggest scam? Penthouse Parties & Promises from PWR | Pod 59

Mar 17 2025 53 mins

Is PWR the biggest scam ever in pickleball? Here are the facts: you be the judge. Are we going to see a 20mm prize money purse in 2026?! We think so! Register for The Fort - April 2: https://book.playthefort.com/programs/master-class-with-app-pro-jill-braverman-co-ed-2sessionRegister for Montclair, NJ May 20-21: https://www.montclairpickleballbc.com/jill-braverman-pro-campsSEGMENTS

Toxic Pickleball Masculinity and the #1 Fix for PB Injuries | Pod 58

Feb 28 2025 96 mins

Power Play LA Fire Fundraiser: https://lapbunited.com Giveaways, Camps, Toxic Masculinity and who's the bottom of the barrel when it comes to Revenue share to the players of any pro sport? (Spoiler alert: it's not Pickleball). We share our favorite comments from last pod (shout out to D-Jones). Whos the latest to get signed by the UPA and who's next? Plus, it's Gold and Silver in D

The Great Debate: Is Pickleball a SPORT or a GAME? | Pod 57

Feb 08 2025 90 mins

One of the leading minds in the pickleball business (Sean Bollettieri) joins the pod today to discuss building facilities, the pro leagues, the future of equipment, and his thoughts on how tennis and pickleball need each other. Join the debate: Is pickleball a real SPORT? Plus, a breakdown of Jill's double gold weekend in Fort Lauderdale. It's Pod 57, and pickleball is still heaven

The Tweet Heard Round the Pickleball 🌎 World: Our Response | Pod 56

Jan 20 2025 83 mins

TOM BARNES PB STUDIO IV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-8HC0KgGek PB Breakdown Drills Link: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlh2Itp3Y5wLHLJXWrVNURk0KzMlFSokB&si=uDjyOD1k6hZuusOt Two weeks after "Tweetstorm" Jill and K-Dubs address the UPA “Executive” responses calling Jill a “grudge holding liar”. We answer listener questions and recap playing with Jill's siste

OUT OF MONEY! PPA & MLP Need Emergency Loan to Get Through Q1 2025

Jan 02 2025 73 mins

Is Pro Pickleball (at least the UPA, aka MLP & PPA) a house of cards ready to fall? They've burned through the cash from their "$75 million" blockbuster merger just 10 months ago, and a bridge loan of $10mm is needed by January 15 for the entity to meet its obligations. What does this means for team owners, investors and shareholders (like Jill) and will we see a repeat of sala

🎭DRAMA at Nationals 🇺🇸 + The Truth: Why Pickleball Won't Be in the Olympics

Nov 29 2024 105 mins

From CEO to National Champ in 2 years, Jill breaks down every match from Nationals (Gold and Bronze!) and explains how she broke the 3 Game Curse. Plus, we interview the International King Pin Himself, Pranav Kohli, CEO of PWR (Pickleball World Rankings). Find out exactly what's in store for 2025 on the international scene and the unique obstacles to bringing the sport to the billi

The Only Drill You Need to go from 4.0-4.5 (plus Val DiLuggo) | Pod 53

Nov 10 2024 95 mins

kineon.io (code Jillypb) pbgods.com Reignstormtastetest.com Follow Val DiLuggo @yourpickleballtherapist https://www.instagram.com/yourpickleballtherapist/ jillianbraverman.com/stack Pickleball therapist Val Dillugo joins Jilly B & Kdubs to offer advice on how to play with a loved one. She also addresses how best to handle unsolicited coaching advice. Jilly B & Kdubs catch

How to Stay Strong When It Goes Sideways + MLP Virginia Recap | This Pickleball Life (Ep 52)

Oct 14 2024 55 mins

Fistfights on the pickle court! Oh my! The MLP waiver wire is like a game of hot potato. Think like a pro, play like a pro. Find out Jill's secret to success in Virginia Beach (#1 in the player stats) and her gold medal in APP Columbus Women's Open. How do you right the ship in the storm and come out ahead when things are NOT going your way. jillianbraverman.com/stack SEGMENTS:

Unlock Your Pickleball Potential through Singles | Pod 51

Sep 21 2024 53 mins

Lots of laughs in this episode as Jilly B and K Dubs tackle the past 2 weeks of APP, DINKsanity and the Gamma Classic in Pittsburg. Find out the secret training aid Jill is starting to use for faster hands and less wear and tear on the body. What are the 6 questions you should ask before facing off against EVERY opponent? And can playing more Singles actually improve your doubles g