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Pickleball Business Life

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This podcast has
15 episodes
Language
English
Explicit
No
Date created
2026/08/13
Latest episode
2026/11/13
Average duration
19 min.
Release period
10 days

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Based on Long Island, NY, Pickleball Business Life brings the worlds of pickleball and business together. Hosted by Rocket Rich (Richard Simanoff), a wholesale insurance broker and Pistol Pete (Pete Avella), a furniture broker, the show features conversations with people from all corners of the business world who also share a love for pickleball. From careers and entrepreneurship to success, setbacks, controversial takes, and pickleball talk, Rocket Rich and Pistol Pete keep the conversations fun and unpredictable. Whether you own a business, work in one, love pickleball, or just enjoy a good conversation, there’s something here for you. New episodes drop two Fridays a month. For guest inquiries/collabs, email [email protected]

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Episode 10: The First Ever Animated Pickleball Sitcom
2026/11/13
Send us Fan Mail Did you know there is now an animated sitcom about pickleball? Today, Host Rocket Rich and Co-Host Pistol Pete sit down with Chris Muller, the creator of the first ever pickleball animated sitcom called Prickled. We talk about what led him to the idea of a pickleball sitcom, the message he wants to send to the pickleball community, how he started his freelance journey, and learn more about his personal life.  Link to the pilot episode of Prickled: https://youtu.be/VDgNGrxpqnI?is=4j2uYvBIeffeePX3 Prickled Socials Instagram: @prickledshow Facebook: @prickledshow Connect with Chris Muller Instagram: @cwmull Facebook: @chriswmuller  Want to be a guest or collaborate? Email us: [email protected] Follow us on our socials YouTube: @pickleballbusinesslife Instagram: @pickleballbusinesslife TikTok: @pickleballbusinesslife Pickleball Business Life Hosted by Rocket Rich (Richard Simanoff) & Pistol Pete (Pete Avella) New episodes drop two Fridays a month.
Episode 9: The DUPR Debate
2026/10/30
Send us Fan Mail Are DUPR ratings actually accurate, or is everyone just scared to find out? Today, co-hosts Rocket Rich (Richard Simanoff) and Pistol Pete (Pete Avella) sit down at Pickle N Par Club in Melville with Robert and Perri Rydstrom, Co-Founders of Prove It Pickleball.  Prove It Pickleball is a tournament company based on Long Island, NY. Their tournaments aren’t run like any other tournament company. You’ll learn how they run their tournaments and what makes theirs different from others.  We talk about why we think the rating system falls short, pickleball hot takes, why they started Prove It Pickleball, and learn more about their lives outside the court.  Connect with Prove It Pickleball: Instagram: @proveitpickleball Website: proveitpickleball.com  Want to be a guest or collaborate? Email us: [email protected] Follow us: YouTube: @pickleballbusinesslife Instagram: @pickleballbusinesslife TikTok: @pickleballbusinesslife Pickleball Business Life Hosted by Rocket Rich (Richard Simanoff) & Pistol Pete (Pete Avella) New episodes drop two Fridays a month.
Episode 9 Trailer
2026/10/29
Send us Fan Mail Tomorrow evening, we sit down with Robert and Perri Rydstrom, the Co-Founders of Prove It Pickleball. We talk about the controversy of DUPER, pickleball hot takes, why they started Prove It Pickleball, and learn more about their lives outside pickleball. You can stream it tomorrow at 6pm EST on YouTube and all podcast platforms.
Episode 8: The New Pickleball Lifestyle
2026/10/16
Send us Fan Mail What if you could play pickleball 7 days a week AND work? Colleen Wolcott does exactly that and her story will change how you think about work-life balance. Hosts Rocket Rich (Richard Simanoff) and Pistol Pete (Pete Avella) sit down with Colleen Wolcott at Pickle N Par Club in Melville, NY. They talk about how pickleball came into her life after the sudden passing of her father, how the sport helped her lose 60 pounds, and how she built a digital marketing business with close to a million followers. From her father's pickleball paddles to becoming a brand ambassador, from praying for the perfect job to getting the call the next day, Colleen's story is about building a life that actually fits who you are. Connect with Colleen:  TikTok: @colleenwolcott @mom.daughter.moments Instagram: @colleenwolcott Facebook: Moms of Tween and Teen Girls Group Want to be a guest or collaborate? Email us: [email protected] Follow us: YouTube: @pickleballbusinesslife instagram: @pickleballbusinesslife  TikTok: @pickleballbusinesslife Pickleball Business Life Hosted by Rocket Rich (Richard Simanoff) & Pistol Pete (Pete Avella) New episodes drop two Fridays a month.
Trailer: The New Pickleball Lifestyle
2026/10/15
Send us Fan Mail Tomorrow on Pickleball Business Life, we sit down with Colleen Wolcott. Streaming tomorrow at 6pm EST.
Episode 7: What Happens When a Tennis Players Picks Up a Paddle
2026/09/25
Send us Fan Mail On today’s episode, Pistol Pete and Rocket Rich sit down with Vicente Nastasi at Pickle N Par Club in Melville. Originally from Venezuela, Vicente shares his journey through three countries and three racket sports: tennis in Venezuela, padel in Spain, and pickleball in the United States. Now a resident of Queens Village, he's been playing pickleball for about two years and has become known at the club for his fierce competitiveness and signature trick shots. Vicente opens up about his background as a dentist. He discusses his plan to move back to Venezuela which is where he will resume practicing dentistry. We learn more about why he started pickleball and how he got where he is today. Follow us on social media: Instagram: pickleballbusinesslife TikTok: pickleballbusinesslife YouTube: pickleballbusinesslife  Interested in collaborating or being a guest? Email [email protected]
Trailer: What Happens When a Tennis Player Picks Up a Paddle
2026/09/24
Send us Fan Mail Streaming tomorrow at 6pm EST on YouTube and all Podcast platforms.
Episode 6: Why People Are Booking Flights Just To Play Pickleball
2026/09/11
Send us Fan Mail What if your next pickleball game could take you to Italy, Portugal, Bermuda, or even a cruise down the Danube?  This week we sit down with Haley Goldsmith, travel advisor and founder of Papillon Destinations & Company Inc. to explore the exciting intersection of pickleball and travel. Haley shares her journey from a tennis player to pickleball enthusiast, how the sport has transformed her mental and physical well-being, and why pickleball retreats are quickly becoming the hottest new trend in group travel. We dive into why using a travel advisor still matters in the age of online booking, the most underrated destinations she's visited, and how cruise ships and river cruises are now building pickleball courts onboard. Whether you're a pickleball addict, a travel lover, or someone who just needs a nudge to try something new, this episode is your sign to pick up a paddle and book your next trip. Connect with Haley: Website: papillondestinations.com Email: [email protected] Find Pickleball Business Life on all podcast platforms, Instagram @pickleballbusinesslife, TikTok @pickleballbusinesslife, and YouTube @pickleballbusinesslife. For inquiries, email us at [email protected].
Trailer: Why People are Booking Flights Just To Play Pickleball
2026/09/10
Send us Fan Mail People are traveling to just play pickleball? Stay tuned to hear all about this topic tomorrow with Haley Goldsmith at 6pm EST.
Episode 5: What Happens When You Quit Your Job to Open a Pickleball Facility
2026/08/28
Send us Fan Mail Today on Pickleball Business Life, Rocket Rich and Pistol Pete sit down with Lauren Redmond from Harbor Pickleball. Lauren shares how her father's obsession with the sport pulled her in, how her media career  led to an unexpected entrepreneurial pivot, and why she set out to open a pickleball facility.  Lauren brings her husband Tom and their two kids, Peyton and Brooks later in the episode. Tom shares his initial reaction to Lauren's business venture and the couple's competitive dynamics on the court. The rapid fire round gets real including a surprise question from their daughter Peyton to wrap things up. Lauren also opens up about her brother Brian, who was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's at 28 and remains her biggest inspiration. You can find Harbor Pickleball on Instagram @harborpickleball, Facebook @harborpickleball, and their website harborpickleballli.com. They are located in Commack, Long Island, NY. Find Pickleball Business Life on all podcast platforms, Instagram @pickleballbusinesslife, TikTok @pickleballbusinesslife, and YouTube @pickleballbusinesslife. For inquiries, email us at [email protected].
Trailer: What Happens When You Quit Your Job To Open A Pickleball Facility
2026/08/27
Send us Fan Mail You ever wondered what happens when you quit your job to open a pickleball facility? Stay tuned for tomorrow at 6pm EST where we sit down with Lauren Redmond, the owner of Harbor Pickleball.
Episode 4: The DUPR Rating Debate: is it accurate or just confusing?
2026/08/20
Send us Fan Mail This week we're joined by Alyson McDonough and Daniel Poblete from Next Rally Pickleball, a pickleball event company bringing tournaments, social plays, and play with the pro events to Long Island.  Next Rally's upcoming charity events are Tuesday's Promise on 9/11 and Project Purple on November 21st for pancreatic cancer awareness.  Follow @nextrallypickleball on Instagram and Facebook for upcoming events at The Picklr in Centereach and soon in Commack. Follow along at @pickleballbusinesslife on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more pickleball content.  Interested in collaborating with us and/or being a guest on the podcast?  Email [email protected] or text/call 516-314-7085
Episode 3: How to Actually Get Better at Pickleball
2026/08/20
Send us Fan Mail Rocket Rich and Pistol Pete sit down with Andrew Ritter, General Manager and Eric Handelman, Manager at Pickle N Par Club on Long Island, NY for a deep dive into the world of pickleball. The guys cover how Andrew and Eric got started in the sport, what separates a 3.5 from a 4.0 player, their top tips for improvement, the hardest shots to master, and how the DUPR rating system works. They also get into the origin of the name "pickleball", talk about what makes Pickle N Par Club feel like a true community, and tell us about their new underground facility coming to Long Island, NY in New Hyde Park this September. Where to find Pickle N Par Club Website: picklenpar.com Instagram: picklenparclub Facebook: picklenpar Follow along at @pickleballbusinesslife on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more pickleball content.  Interested in collaborating with us and/or being a guest on the podcast?  Email [email protected] or text/call 516-314-7085
Episode 2: We Met the CEO Of Dinur Cosmetics
2026/08/20
Send us Fan Mail On today’s episode, we’re joined by the CEO of Dinur Cosmetics, David Grinburg.  We dive into who he is outside the pickleball court, advice he would give to new business owners, the story behind Dinur Cosmetics, and the experiences that shaped him into who he is today. Where to find Dinur Cosmetics: www.dinurcosmetics.com Instagram: dinurcosmetics Amazon: Dinur Cosmetics 1-800-526-2535 Follow along at @pickleballbusinesslife on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more pickleball content.  Interested in collaborating with us and/or being a guest on the podcast?  Email [email protected] or text/call 516-314-7085
Episode 1: Pilot
2026/07/01
Send us Fan Mail Are you someone who is crazy about pickleball? You've come to the right spot. Get to know Rocket Rich and Pistol Pete in episode 1 of the pilot. Follow along at @pickleballbusinesslife on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more pickleball content.  Interested in collaborating with us and/or being a guest on the podcast?  Email [email protected] or text/call 516-314-7085

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