This week on Everything But The Kitchen Dink, we unpack DUPR's explosive new paid rating reset—does it fix real problems or undermine the game's integrity?—before discussing the current top-selling paddle brands and models. We finally give our straight-talk review of the hot Six Zero Black Opal power paddle, plus loads more laughs, practical tips, and help for players at every level. Whether you're just starting out, grinding club leagues, or chasing tournament wins, this episode delivers the insight, gear talk, and motivation you need to level up your game!

This week on Everything But The Kitchen Dink, we’re back from our two-week holiday and full of fresh energy! We share our incredible pickleball experiences from Mexico and the USA, how those trips helped us rediscover our passion for the game after a tough spell both mentally and physically, and why we’re now more motivated than ever. It’s a jam-packed episode full of tips, laughs, and stories that’ll remind you why we all fell in love with pickleball in the first place.

This week on Everything But The Kitchen Dink, we sit down with one of Europe’s premier pickleball talents, Richard Love, for an inspiring and insightful conversation you won’t want to miss. Richard takes us through his incredible journey to the top of the sport, offering a candid look into the mental side of competitive pickleball, how he trains to stay at peak performance, and why mental health matters as much as physical preparation. Plus, he shares exclusive information on the upcoming launch of Europe’s largest pickleball facility—and how it promises to transform the pickleball landscape across the continent. All that, and plenty more passionate discussion about the sport we love!

This week Rob and Andy catch up on their week of court time, injuries, and pickleball obsession before unpacking the 2026 USA Pickleball rule changes, smaller-court drama, and why racket sports might add a decade to your life (knees pending). They drool over some more paddles plus some useful listener advice. Packed with news, gear, and banter you won't want to miss!

Andy and Bob kick are back with their weekly pickleball fix, catching up on a packed week of court time, injuries, and the existential question of what do we actually want from pickleball. They debrief their recent chat with Pickleball England's Karen Mitchell, diving deep into the thorny issue of qualification for major tournaments. A massive new global deal threatens to catapult pickleball onto the world stage , while they tackle the eternal pickleball etiquette wars: keeping your cool to survive bad line calls without rage-quitting or when someone calls your serve illegal during casual Tuesday nights. They also get real about mental health, plus drool over shiny new paddles and laugh about life's little pickleball victories. It's therapy, tactics, and tantrums!

Andy and Robert welcome back Pickleball England’s Karen Mitchell for a packed catch‑up on the state of the sport in England, from rapid growth and the realities of being the official governing body to whether padel is genuinely poaching pickleball players. They dig into what really happened at the 2025 English Open in Telford, ask if the Nationals have now outgrown the venue, and tackle the hot‑button issues around the Nationals registration drama. Karen also lifts the lid on the thinking behind PickleBook, how it’s being received by clubs and players, and what improvements are coming next. It’s an honest, insightful and good‑humoured deep dive into where English pickleball is now—and where it’s heading next.

Everything But The Kitchen Dink is back from an unintentional “off-season,” and Andy and Robert have plenty to unpack as they return from work stress, injuries, and a brief breakup with their paddles. They debrief their candid chat with DUPR CEO Tito Machado, wrestle with whether “playing up” is the only sane way to live with ratings, and respond thoughtfully to some listener feedback. The guys also relive the disappointment of pulling out of Team League, share tales from a trip to a shiny new padel centre, and ask whether padel’s boom is stealing pickleball’s lunch—or just widening the racket-sport pie. Add in 2026 pickleball resolutions and more and you’ve got a funny & honest catch‑up for anyone who loves the sport on and off the court.

In this captivating episode of the weekly pickleball podcast, Tito Machado, CEO of DUPR, speaks openly and honestly about the recent criticism and bad press facing DUPR. He addresses the concerns head-on to reassure the community, emphasizing transparency and the company's commitment to accuracy and fairness in pickleball ratings. Tito unpacks the reasons behind controversial algorithm changes, explaining why the shifts were necessary to tackle rating inflation and ensure a healthier competitive environment. Listeners will gain rare insight into the challenges DUPR faces, the feedback they've taken seriously, and the innovative solutions coming to improve player experience. This episode offers an unfiltered look at the future of pickleball rankings, with Tito’s candidness adding trust and clarity for pros and amateurs alike.