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The Mental Pickleball Kitchen Podcast

The Mental Pickleball Kitchen Podcast

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Welcome to The Mental Pickleball Kitchen Podcast, where we explore what goes on inside your head when you're on the court!

In pickleball, shot selection and physical effort matter—but mental focus turns games around. Why do we lose control after an easy mistake? How do personality traits shape tactical choices and on-court reactions?


Hosted by a long-time player and mental health professional, this podcast blends sports psychology, behavioral analysis, and practical insights to help you manage pressure, communicate better in doubles, and elevate your mental game.


Step into the Mental Kitchen and cook up your best strategy. Subscribe now and never miss an episode!

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Episodes
  • Stop Blaming Everthing Else: Own Your Game

    Stop Blaming Everthing Else: Own Your Game
    Oct 5 2026
    Insight without action is just noise. In this episode of The Mental Pickleball Kitchen, we break down Locus of Control and why taking 100% ownership of your court presence changes everything. Learn how to stop deflecting, take charge of what you can control, and turn sports psychology insights into clear, actionable performance goals.

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    19 mins
  • Personality Traits

    Personality Traits
    Sep 19 2026

    Why do players react so differently to a missed shot? From blaming the wind or their partner to apologizing or internalizing frustration, our reactions on the court are direct reflections of who we are.


    In this debut episode of The Mental Pickleball Kitchen Podcast, we break down the OCEAN model (Big Five Personality Traits)—Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, and Neuroticism—and analyze how these fundamental traits shape error perception, partner dynamics, and emotional control.


    To bring these concepts to life, we examine pro players Ben Johns and Gabe Tardio through this psychological lens, observing how their distinct court demeanors and playstyles align with different personality profiles.


    Note: Analyses are based on observational community feedback and sports psychology principles rather than clinical testing.


    Tune in to discover where you fall on the OCEAN spectrum and how understanding your personality can elevate your mental game!

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    22 mins
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