Dinks on Us
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Each week, pro pickleball partners Meg Charity and Rosie Johanson are joined by their friend, pickleball fanatic, and Ph.D. Clinical Psychology student, Adam Raines talks pickleball and tells stories about everyday life.
Dinks on Us
1y ago
Does the sound of pickleball wake up babies? Can NYC survive its pickleball turf wars? And what to make of Sam Querry's plea to MLP owners?! Listen as Meg, Adam, and Rosie dig into the details, and stick around for some Holiday-themed recommendations!
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Dinks on Us
1y ago
We're super excited to welcome our first guest to the pod! Lauralei is a UVA law student who competed with the UVA Pickleball Club at last month's DUPR Collegiate Nationals, hosted by the Dreamland facility in Dripping Springs, TX. Hear all about her experience, plus her inside take on pickleball becoming an official collegiate sport. And as a bonus, Adam finally opens up about his pet rat. Recommendations: Netflix series: Formula 1: Drive to Survive Podcast: Cautionary Tales Netflix docuseries: Pepsi, Where’s My Jet? Stardew Valley Video Game ..read more
Dinks on Us
1y ago
Meg, Rosie, and Adam chat about how many miles they wrack up during a typical playing session; the newly formed WIPA (Women's International Pickleball Association); and how Rosie's competitive spirit continues to rear its head with her new-found love of Mario Kart's "drunk driving" (virtual only!).
Recommendations:
Air Fryer
Adam Grant's Rethinking
Thred Up
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Dinks on Us
1y ago
Listen as Meg, Rosie, and Adam chat about Meg's chance encounter with an interesting stranger on a plane; Rosie's unconventional focusing techniques; and Adam's strong opinion about the benefits of banging --the ball!
Recommendations: Hidden Brain - How to Overcome Stage Fright Grit Coffee Thinking Fast and Slow - Daniel Kahneman ..read more
Dinks on Us
1y ago
We are back! Tune in this week to hear Meg, Adam, and Rosie discuss fears faced (including a Spartan Race!), their time spent together at the PPA D.C. Open tournament, and pickleball’s most recent breaking news, Vibe Pickleball League. Is it on or off the Chopping Block? Recommendations: Boie Body scrubber: https://boieusa.com/products/flat-body-scrubber Tik tok Savanna Bananas My Dad Wrote a Porno: https://open.spotify.com/show/6nYCARKKZ5UvaUedL6KEu3?si=41927f984ac54c71 Spartan Race: https://www.spartan.com ..read more
Dinks on Us
1y ago
Adam, Rosie, and Meg kick off episode two chatting about Meg and Rosie's experience playing three consecutive weekends on the pro tour; their endless travel mishaps; and how they deal with nerves. The group dives into Meg's daily challenges balancing life as a pro pickleball player, entrepreneur, and burgeoning social media influencer. Stay tuned until the end to find out which of the week's hottest topics are "On the Chopping Block". Pineapple on pizza? Adam has some strong feelings about this one.
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Dinks on Us
1y ago
Welcome to the first episode of Dinks on Us! Get to know Meg, Adam, and Rosie as they use one word to describe each other; debate pickleball's culture of inclusivity/exclusivity; and have a good laugh about Meg's first attempt at a drive through. Don't miss their recs on their fav books, podcasts, products and more -- shared at the end of each week's episode
Recommendations links: https://open.spotify.com/show/3oEPsPKDhPVoNNL7pH5db6– Dare to Lead: Brené Brown https://open.spotify.com/show/4P86ZzHf7EOlRG7do9LkKZ - Unlocking Us: Brené Brown https://open ..read more