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Pickleball Studio Podcast

Pickleball Studio Podcast

The Pickleball Studio podcast is hosted by Chris Olson and co-host Aizec Olson where they deliver the latest news on all things related to Pickleball gear in a fun easy to digest conversational manner.
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2026-04-08 15:00:00 • 1:30:03

DOWNLOADED 165. Franklin Aurelius 12.7mm, Thrive Ignite, & New Paddle Database Tool

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This episode includes a discussion on the host's new website revamp, focusing on improvements to the paddle database, comparison tools, and a new paddle quiz aimed at providing users with personalized recommendations. It also features reactions to recent controversial events in the pickleball community, including questionable line calls at a major tournament, as well as exploring the characteristics and performance of several paddles like the Franklin Arilius and the Thrive Ignite.

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This description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them. Links to things mentioned: New website: Franklin Aurelius: Enhanced DUO Hybrid: Thrive Ignite: Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 2:20 - Redesigned Pickleball Studio website 10:43 - PPA Asia line calls 24:46 - Augies signs with 11six24 25:11 - Paddle terminology 25:39 - What is swing weight? 33:05 - What is RPM? (...
2026-04-01 20:00:00 • 1:19:07

DOWNLOADED 164. The Top Paddles we Are Recommending, & More Proton Drama

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This episode includes discussions on new Dupor features like career high and mixed ratings, alongside updates on the upcoming Dupor reset. Major news includes Proton paddles being banned from PPA pro play due to financial issues, sparking debate about its impact on amateurs and revisiting past controversies. Finally, the hosts share their top paddle recommendations across control, all-court, and power categories, noting some recent paddle observations and product testing challenges.

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Links: Franklin Aurelius: Spartus P1 Elongated: Joola R4lly Shoes: Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:46 - New DUPR features 6:16 - Chris is doing DUPR Reset 8:14 - Anna Leigh Waters crazy win streak 13:00 - Grit testing update with John Kew 17:32 - New Joola shoes 20:16 - Proton gets banned from the PPA Tour 43:23 - The gen 3 vs gen 4 debate makes more sense now 47:52 - Spartus P1 elongated is released 49:41 - Franklin...
2026-03-25 14:00:00 • 1:25:46

DOWNLOADED 163. Pickleball Etiquette… Who’s in the Wrong? 33 plays

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This episode includes an exciting twist on the typical podcast format, as the hosts engage with a listener-driven segment inspired by a popular internet format (Am I the A-hole?), rebranded here as "Am I the Jerk?" with a focus on Pickleball. The discussion highlights listener-submitted stories involving Pickleball etiquette, debates over strategies, court scenarios, and player interactions, while the hosts provide their opinions and interact with the audience for a lively discussion on what makes someone a "jerk" in various Pickleball contexts.

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Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:16 - J2CR Gets UPA-A Approved 3:05 - 11six24 Power Series Remains 5:21 - Chorus CODA Harmony Grit Announced 6:30 - FLIK $50 Paddle Discounts 7:57 - I intentionally broke someones paddle, AITA? 12:22 - Forcing people to stack, AITA? 15:16 - Unsolicited coaching, AITA? 20:33 - AITA for purposely body bagging? 28:54 - Targeting in rec play, AITA? 33:18 - Calling the score for my opponents, AITA? 35:01 - AITA for targeting the nervous player in a tournament? 36:46 ...
2026-03-18 13:00:00 • 1:29:32

DELETED 162. Ranking the Top Gen 3 Paddles & First Impressions of Vulcan Chapter 01 5 plays

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This episode includes updates on recent PPA tournament conditions and pro paddle signings, alongside a detailed review of new Vulcan paddles and their unique design choices. It then provides a comprehensive comparison of various Gen 3 paddles, analyzing pro usage statistics and discussing their feel, power, value, and warranty, concluding with a Q&A segment on improvement strategies, tournament nerves, and paddle customization.

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This description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them. Links to things mentioned: Vulcan Chapter 01: Joola Pro V: Thrive Fury: SLK ERA: Joola Pro IV: RPM Friction Pro V2: Proton Flamingo: Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:02 - Selkirk Legacy classic shoe update 5:45 - Andre Deasecu joins CRBN 7:26 - Weather is...
2026-03-11 15:00:00 • 1:26:49

161. RPM Q2, Friday Aura Pro, & Who is The Selkirk Legacy Shoe Thoughts

This description contains affiliate links that give us a commission when you use them. Links to things mentioned: RPM Q2: Selkirk Legacy shoe: Friday Aura Pro: Enhanced MPP Turbo: Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:39 - Question of the week 1:03 - DUPR reset funny comments 9:04 - Mens singles debate 14:18 - Catherine leaves Selkirk 17:55 - Selkirk Legacy shoe 38:22 - 11six24 Power2 shape approvals 40:35 - Frid...
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2026-03-04 14:00:00 • 2:00:43

160. DUPR Reset Reactions & Enhanced EPP Turbo, Luzz Pro Blade & More

Some links below may be affiliate links that help support the channel when you use them. DUPR Reset: Enhanced EPP Turbo: Joola Pro V: Vapor Power2: Spartus P1: Aireo Cyclone: Babolat Jet Mach 4: Luzz Pro Blade: CRBN Barrage: Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:43 - Question of the week 1:20 - Chris H...
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2026-02-25 14:00:00 • 2:40:58

159. Are $200+ Paddles Worth it Anymore? Joola Pro V, CRBN Barrage Reactions & More

Check out John Kew's channel Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 2:07 - Honolulu’s new grit (was this handled right?) 12:30 - CRBN TruFoam Barrage reactions 21:01 - Joola Pro V reactions 42:58 - Are $200+ paddles worth it anymore? 57:54 - John Kew’s review process 1:21:34 - RPM spin testing methods (human vs cannon) 1:28:09 - Does dwell time actually give better spin or is it a myth? 1:42:05 - Grit degradation breakdown 1:53:34 - Why did John get into testing eye wear? 1:55:48 - Q&A for John 2:0...
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2026-02-18 14:00:00 • 1:56:15

158. Callaway Gets Into Pickleball?! & Our Current Top 5 Favorite Paddles

Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:55 - What is Typti? 18:32 - JW playing with a Joola? 22:55 - New electronic line system? 30:16 - Selkirk Courtstrike 2.0 quick thoughts 38:40 - Joola Pro V Kosmos 45:08 - Callaway is getting into pickleball? 57:47 - Flik F3 1:03:22 - Holbrook Fuze 1:13:24 - Facolos Elite X (Gabe Tardio's paddle) 1:20:28 - Our top 5 favorite / interesting paddles 1:38:10 - How would you turn someone down for a tournament? 1:42:00 - Q&A 1:42:09 - What are other light but good ...
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2026-02-11 13:00:00 • 1:42:41

157. So. Many. Paddles. PaddleTek Honeyfoam, Vapor Power2, Upcoming Launches, & More

Link to the Podcast Clips channel: Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 6:50 - New PPA Challenger singles court 15:40 - Slyce Slyders update 16:56 - PSA Check if your paddle is broken! 25:02 - Pro paddle shakeup 28:43 - 30+ paddles received in January 30:44 - Upcoming launches Feb - March 51:11 - Thoughts on some paddles we’ve been hitting 51:22 - PaddleTek Honeyfoam 58:11 - Honolulu J6CR 1:03:29 - Thoughts on the Vapor Power2 1:08:14 - Pickle Poppers ...
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2026-02-04 14:00:00 • 2:33:43

156. Debating Pickleball Paddles & More with Pro Player Zane Navratil

Check out Zane's channel: Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 3:41 - What has Zane been up to? 4:11 - Will the Chinese brands change the paddle market? 19:57 - Why don’t the brands reviewers love get UPA-A certified? 35:14 - Are pros wanting less power in their paddles now? 41:45 - Is mens singles really boring now? 48:27 - What paddle shape does Zane think is the best? 1:00:50 - Zane’s thoughts on foam paddles 1:07:30 - Incentives as an influencer and trying to create a healthy cul...
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2026-01-02 02:00:00 • 2:24:42

155. Volair Shift First Impressions & Reacting to Our 2025 Paddle Predictions

Links: Reddit thread about the paddle market: Volair Shift: Enhanced Duo widebody: Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 2:06 - Reddit thread that I wrote about paddles 3:58 - DUPR end of year recap story 13:20 - JW using a widebody in Daytona 18:18 - ALW leaving PaddleTek 31:34 - 11six24 signs Dekel 37:22 - Parris Todd fined $50,000 39:46 - Volair shift 1:06:06 - Enhanced Duo widebody 1:09:37 - Paddle awards discussion 1:15:06 - Aizec’s...
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2025-12-15 21:00:00 • 1:46:30

154. Six Zero Coral, Spartus P1, Tesla Plaid & Have Paddle Categories Shifted?

Links mentioned: Melin hat discount link: Six Zero Coral: Volair Shift: Tesla Plaid Paddle: Ryan Fu / Samin tweet: Pickleball.com article: Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 3:05 - Question of the week 3:43 - Melin discount code (only for 24 hours) 6:43 - UPA-A player contracts terminated 20:58 - Tesla Plaid / Selkirk paddle 36:35 - Upcoming Volair Shift 50:01 - ...
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2025-12-09 01:00:00 • 2:06:04

153. Reacting to Your Pickleball Hot Takes & Mixed Doubles Team Dynamics

Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:10 - We have a guest this week 0:18 - Aizec’s wisdom teeth and why Chris is a bad brother 3:53 - Reacting to your comments about no hat 8:00 - USA Pickleball and APP Tour switch to DUPR 10:13 - Reacting to hot takes 13:32 - Mia’s hot take 27:03 - Chris’ hot take(s) 37:30 - Instagrams hot takes 37:48 - The elderly deserve to be lobbed 40:19 - Public courts should switch to rally scoring when they are busy 41:08 - Lifetime balls shouldn’t cost that much. You’re just pay...
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2025-12-03 01:00:00 • 1:30:39

152. We Answer Your Pickleball Questions

Links: Weighted tape guide: Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 3:57 - Question of the week 5:14 - A couple of funny stories 14:01 - Proton Peacock update 23:35 - Spartus P1 coming soon? 27:28 - Got 2 more Luzz inferno’s 27:50 - Chris’s hot take 31:29 - Paddle awards season 34:47 - advice for increasing DUPR but not deal with all the fees 44:08 - Which is better for performance, polymer or foam? 51:13 - If you were 3.5 again, would you pay For lessons? Wh...
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2025-11-26 14:00:00 • 1:36:38

151. What Paddles Are We Recommending & Thoughts on RPM & Proton Peacock

Links: FORWRD Ranger: Neonic Sidekick: RPM Pickleball: Proton Peacock: Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 2:29 - Gearbox Power series dual certification 4:46 - Neonic Sidekick bag vs FWRD Ranger 12:52 - CRBN Waves update 16:31 - RPM Pickleball 35:00 - Proton Peacock 59:12 - Monthly Paddle Roundup (What are we recommending?)
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2025-11-19 16:00:00 • 1:19:15

150. Six Zero Coral First Impressions & The Best Pickleball Black Friday Deals

Link: Black Friday deals page: Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 6:10 - SixZero Black Opal thoughts after play testing 23:04 - SixZero Coral 36:28 - Random paddle updates 38:28 - Slyce slyder update 39:20 - B&B Loco update 43:14 - Black Friday deals 44:06 - 11six24 BF deals 46:06 - Vatic Pro BF deals 46:54 - Bread & Butter BF deals 48:30 - CRBN BF deals 49:42 - Thrive BF deals 50:05 - Franklin BF deals 51:03 - Ronbus BF deals 52:04 - Chorus BF deals 53:21 - Luzz BF deals...
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2025-11-13 16:00:00 • 2:07:03

149. New Pickleball Bags, Six Zero Black Opal Changes, & PPA Worlds Recap

Links: 11six24 sale: Franklin Tour Bag: Slyce Slyders: Pickleball Apes Charm series: Six Zero Black Opal: Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:29 - Is DUPR trying to charge for searching friends and opponents? 7:38 - 11six24 Black Friday Deal 9:27 - New Neonic bag 31:10 - New Franklin tour bag 37:10 - Slyce Slyders (reusable weight system) 48:56 - Pickleball Apes Charm series 1:08:45 - Si...
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2025-11-03 16:00:00 • 1:28:17

148. Taking a Look at The F&B Runout, J6NF & FC+, and Chasing 5.0 Progress

Links to items mentioned: F&B Runout: J6NF & FC+: Thrive Fury: Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:43 - F&B Runout 19:28 - J6FC+ & J6NF 28:31 - Thrive Fury 34:10 - Quick rant on grit 39:20 - Luzz Inferno updates 47:14 - Upcoming Enhanced Duo 51:10 - CRBN Waves delamination? 52:59 - Should there be a 5.5 division? 56:49 - Chasing 5.0 series 1:01:15 - How the last few tournaments have gone 1:06:45 - Noticing improvments ...
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2025-10-21 01:00:00 • 1:25:35

147. Six Zero Ruby Pro, Adidas Adipower, Friday Fever 102 & Recapping Our Trip to the PPA Virginia

Links: Six Zero Ruby Pro: Joola 3S Dual: Friday Fever 102: Adidas Adipower: Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:30 - Question: What paddle are you using and why? 3:32 - Update on the Luzz Inferno 7:43 - New Adidas Adipower 19:22 - Joola 3S dual certified 21:08 - Six Zero Ruby Pro 33:34 - Friday fever 102 42:12 - Chasing 5.0 PPA mens day (SPOILERS!) 52:22 - Mixed day 1:17:42 - Funny stories from Virginia
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2025-10-06 21:00:00 • 1:13:41

146. Our Top Paddle Picks & Why Are These Luzz Paddles Actually Good?

Luzz Cannon: Luzz Inferno: Luzz Tornanzo: Ace Spade: Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 2:12 - DUPR reliability rating 14:03 - Luzz cannon 20:42 - Luzz inferno 27:05 - Luzz tornazo 30:44 - Information on Luzz as a brand 36:16 - Ace pickleball budget gen 3 paddle 40:17 - What are our top paddles right now 58:10 - things I’ve learned from tournaments recently
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