In this episode, Matt Manasse and Jason Adler discuss the nuances of paddle sports, Travel issues, renovation nightmares and more. They share insights on maintaining a good rally and the importance of proper driving techniques to enhance gameplay. A key segment addresses injury prevention, offering practical advice for players.

In today's exciting episode, we dive deep into some groundbreaking news as Lifetime just created cinematic history for the pickleball world, paving the way for the sport's future on screen in the most unserious way possible. Additionally, we discuss how Anna Leigh Waters, a rising star in the pickleball scene, could potentially change the game completely with her potential partnership with NIKE, which could have significant implications for both her career and the sport itself. We also take a closer look at the recent Daytona Beach Open that just happened, where thrilling matches and unexpected outcomes kept fans on the edge of their seats. There's a lot to talk about here on Certified McNasty.

Welcome back to Certified McNasty! In Episode 3, Matt and Jason dive into the world of pro pickleball, Hollywood stories, and the absolute chaos of Matt’s personal life.

The guys start by breaking down their recent games with Doug Ellin (Creator of Entourage). Stay tuned for a hilarious call-in from Doug himself as they recap the highlights (and lowlights) of their time on the court together.

In this episode:

• Pickleball & Entourage: Matt and Jason recap playing with Doug Ellin, including a surprise call-in from the creator of Entourage himself.
• Dinks & Stinks: Matt shares his "Stinks" of the week involving a couch on vacation and a near-disaster at a Bristol Farms. Jason counters with a "Dink" for the Elway documentary before things get messy in his driveway.
• Ask the Professor: Jason and Matt answer burning viewer questions about strategy and the game.
• Certified Brick of the Week: Matt puts on his best "mafia" voice to read comments from Massi Furlan. It’s an offer you can’t refuse.
• Certified News: Matt breaks the massive news regarding Anna Leigh Waters signing with Franklin and Nike—confirming the bold prediction he made last week!
• The Instagram Feed: Matt explores the wild world of his algorithm and the legend of @jamesbola_2.

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We Challenge a few of the greats, Talk about the sponsorship climate in pickleball, And Friday Pickleball is dope any day.

Is this the wildest offer a pickleball coach has ever received? In this episode of Certified McNasty, Matt Manasse and Jason Adler break down the 2026 PPA Masters, but things take a hard left turn when we discuss an unexpected OF proposal and a medical consultation that went completely sideways.

We dive deep into the PPA Tour season opener, analyzing the continued dominance of Ben Johns and Anna Leigh Waters, and ask the hard questions about the future of pro partnerships. Plus, hear the story of how Jason almost got arrested after the tournament and our honest thoughts on the new "One Point Slam" tennis crossover events.

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In this episode of Certified McNasty, Matt and Jason dive into the future of pro pickleball. From training with Andre Agassi for the upcoming Pickleball Slam to the massive $30M capital raise by Selkirk, we break down the money and the talent moving the needle in the sport.

We also recap the National Indoor Championships in Minnesota, discuss the controversial new 17ft court rules for singles, and issue a formal challenge to the Friday Pickleball crew.

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In this episode of Certified McNasty, Matt and Jason dive into the future of pro pickleball. From training with Andre Agassi for the upcoming Pickleball Slam to the massive $30M capital raise by Selkirk, we break down the money and the talent moving the needle in the sport.

We also recap the National Indoor Championships in Minnesota, discuss the controversial new 17ft court rules for singles, and issue a formal challenge to the Friday Pickleball crew.

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The crossover event is finally here! Matt and Jason are joined by Zane Navratil and Nico "The Lefty" from PicklePod to ignite a podcast rivalry. They dive deep into the new "Player Committee," Nico’s genius ticket-sneaking hacks, and the exploding player salaries—including rumors that top pros are making over $6 million this year.

Plus, Hollywood actor and "The Villain" Massi Furlan (Jumanji, Bad Boys) joins us in-studio! He roasts Jason, talks about being the bad guy on screen, and lays down a high-stakes singles challenge for February 22nd.

Jason recaps his silver medal performance at the Epic Pickleball Tour in Carson and his gold-medal singles showdown against the legendary Massi Furlan. We break down the biggest upset in pro pickleball as Anna Bright and Hayden Patriquin dismantle Ben Johns and Anna Leigh Waters in three straight games. Plus, "The Professor" Matt Manasse gives a masterclass on the Around The Post (ATP) shot—how to hit it and how to defend it. 

Finally, we celebrate a historic 46-year milestone for USA Hockey and discuss why the brotherhood in hockey is unlike any other sport.

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On this episode of Certified McNasty, Matt Manasse and Jason Adler are joined by Tito Machado, the CEO of DUPR. We tackle the big questions everyone in the pickleball community is asking: What is the DUPR reset? Why do people care so much about their rating? And can the system actually be gamified? Tito shares his journey from the tennis industry (UTR) to leading pickleball's most influential rating system. We discuss the psychology of the pickleball player, why DUPR has become the "gatekeeper" of open play, and how the algorithm uses recency to provide more accurate level-based play. 

The "obsessive" nature of DUPR ratings. Explaining the new DUPR reset and the "8-game" rule. 
How the algorithm predicts match results and scores with nearly 80% accuracy.
Why DUPR transitioned to a for-profit model with ads to support its 50-person team.
Jason Adler’s personal concerns about his rating.

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What a whirlwind week! In this episode of Certified McNasty, Matt Manasse and Jason Adler recap the star-studded premiere of the new pickleball mockumentary, Pickle Heads, at the iconic Chinese Theater in Hollywood. Matt shares what it was like acting alongside legendary John O'Hurley and gives the film its official "DUPR Rating". Then, Matt heads to the desert for Desert Smash to play with Nick Kyrgios and Anna Bright. Was the tennis superstar actually trying, or was it a "piss poor" effort?. Plus, we dive into the "grunting" incident between Hunter Johnson and Federico Stacksrud—is it a legitimate hindrance or just a sign of frustration?.

Finally, Jason recounts his "journalism" moment at the PPA Newport Beach where a confrontation with Kate Fahy almost turned into a TMZ headline.

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In this episode of Certified McNasty, Matt Manasse and Jason Adler dive into one of the most shocking stories in the history of the sport: a $300 million investment fraud involving a massive pickleball complex built on fake projections and forged documents. We discuss the fallout and what it means for the rapidly growing pickleball industry.

Next, we tackle the "Volley Llama"—a controversial rule involving the kitchen and specific volley techniques. Is it a necessary safety measure or a strategic hindrance? 

What’s going on guys? Welcome back to another episode of the Certified McNasty podcast! This week, Matt details his wild trip to Panama for a massive 150 million stem cell treatment at Origins Lab —and of course, how he ended up walking two miles across the city just to play pickleball with a broken paddle. Matt and Jason ("Mister Tipsy")  also dive deep into the latest PPA tour drama. Is Hayworth the undisputed #1? We also get into a heated debate: Could Anna Leigh Waters, with her insane 670-day undefeated streak, take down a top 40 men's pro? Plus, we analyze Ben Johns and ALW's mixed doubles dominance , try some Norwegian milk chocolate for the Certified Snack of the Week , and Matt asks for advice on an incredibly awkward $85 barber dilemma. Don't forget to hit that subscribe button, leave a like, and let us know in the comments if you think ALW could beat a top male pro!

In this episode of Certified McNasty, we are celebrating Matt Manasse’s 35th birthday with a recap of an unbelievable weekend in Los Angeles. Matt and Jason dive into the drama at "The Nice Guy" in Beverly Hills, featuring a fake cancellation prank and a surprise appearance by Johnny Manziel.
The guys also break down what it takes to compete at the highest level of pickleball. Matt shares the details of his grueling 4.5-hour one-on-one training session with pro Blaine Hovenier, explaining why mastering "dirty dinking" and discipline is more important than flashy shots. Later, they recap the star-studded 50th birthday bash for Jamie Horowitz, rubbing shoulders with sports media titans like Skip Bayless, Colin Cowherd, and Marshawn Lynch.

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In this week's episode of Certified McNasty, Matt Manasse is back from a three-week road trip with some unbelievable stories. From hanging out with Melissa Joan Hart in Nashville to an exclusive invite to the Inside the NBA studios on TNT, we cover it all. Find out which NBA legend has the best pickleball volley and how Matt ended up face-to-face with Shaq, Charles Barkley, Kenny "The Jet" Smith, and Ernie Johnson.

We also break down all the action from the PPA Atlanta Slam, including the breakout performance of 15-year-old Hawaiian phenom Tama Shimabukuro. Plus, we dive into a heated debate over who covers more court in mixed doubles: Ben Johns or Hayden Patriquin.

In this episode:

The TNT Studio Experience: Matt visits the Inside the NBA set. He gifts Yola paddles to the crew. Shaq gives him a surprising greeting. Kenny Smith proves to be the best volleyer of the group.

"Tama Time" Takes Over: 15-year-old Tama Shimabukuro shocks the field in Atlanta. He defeats top players to reach the singles final. Matt takes credit for coining the phrase "Tama Time".

Ben Johns vs. Hayden Patriquin: A debate on court coverage and efficiency. Jason argues Hayden covers more ground. Matt believes Ben's movement and anticipation make him superior.

The Best Shots in Pickleball: Matt picks the Ben Johns backhand flick and Yuta Funemizu's unorthodox speedups. Jason selects Gabe Tardio's wrist action.

Norwegian Snack Taste Test: The guys try "Smash" milk chocolate and brutally salty "Dunder Salt" licorice.

Amazon Prime's Partners Docuseries: A review of the six-part show. They discuss the high production value but desire more drama.

$225M Pickleball Investment: Breaking down the massive Apollo investment. Exploring how the sport should prioritize integrity, line calling, and prize money.

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In this episode of Certified Mcnasty, Matt and Jason cover everything from celebrity sessions to courtroom-worthy court brawls. Matt shares the story of playing with NBA legend Jeremy Lin at the Santa Monica Pickleball Center and getting a brutally honest game critique from Nick Black.

We also dive into the technical side of the game, breaking down the "Ernie" and the elusive "Bert" shots, and why your timeout strategy might be the reason you're losing close matches. Plus, Matt reveals details about his upcoming film debut in Pickle Heads alongside Seinfeld’s John O’Hurley.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
Pro Strategy: How to combat the Ernie and why depth is better than speed.
Tournament IQ: When to use your one allotted timeout to "stop the bleeding".
Gear News: Why Callaway Golf is finally dipping its toes into the paddle market.
Pro Tour Recap: Analyzing Hayden Criff and Anna Bright’s near-win against the GOATs in Cape Coral.

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• (00:00) - Intro: 18k Views & The "Jacket" Debate
• (01:30) - Playing Pickleball with Jeremy Lin in Santa Monica
• (02:42) - Linsanity on the Court: Flipping the Script Down 9-1
• (03:17) - Nick Black’s Critique: Why I Need a Two-Handed Backhand
• (04:05) - Mastering the "Ernie" & The "Bert" Shot Strategy
• (06:45) - Childhood Confusions: "Howard Be Thy Name"
• (08:48) - Brick of the Week: The 20-Person Florida Country Club Brawl
• (11:45) - Script Ideas: Could Pickleball Be the Next Roadhouse?
• (13:16) - Matt’s Movie Debut: Pickle Heads with John O’Hurley
• (16:25) - Cape Coral Recap: Hayden & Anna Bright vs. The GOATs
• (18:48) - Teachable Moments: Don't Miss Your Thirds on Match Point
• (20:46) - MLP Drama: Anna Bright Dropped?
• (23:31) - Time-Out Strategy: How to Stop the Momentum
• (25:31) - Callaway Golf Enters the Pickleball Paddle Market
• (27:04) - Outro: Braving the Sauna for the Listeners

We’re back from Florida! In this episode of Certified McNasty, Matt Manasse and Jason Adler recap an incredible week at the Pickleball Slam 2. Jason shares the wild story of how he went from a spectator to an "opportunist" player in the amateur portion of the Slam after a last-minute opening.   

Matt breaks down the high-level play from legends like Andre Agassi, John McEnroe, Maria Sharapova, and Steffi Graf. We also dive into our time spent training with James Blake and the specific strategy shifts happening at the pro level.   

Finally, we address the viral "waterslide" moment—is Jason actually coordinated, or was he just "built for speed"?

In Episode 19 of Certified McNasty, Matt Manasse and Jason Adler sit down with Alex Geesbreght, the passionate owner of the Major League Pickleball (MLP) team, the LA Mad Drops. Alex peels back the curtain on the "insider trading" rumors surrounding their acquisition of Ben Johns, details his private, three-hour sit-down with the pickleball GOAT in Florida, and shares incredible stories from a recent celebrity golf tournament with NFL legends like Michael Irvin.

Before the interview, Matt explains how a fake VIP dinner invite link at 7:00 AM led to him getting massively hacked, and the guys break down the intense mental toughness shown in the new Rafael Nadal Netflix documentary. Plus, a special shoutout to Norway for taking home the Bronze!
The Phishing Hack: How Matt fell for a fake VIP invite and compromised his credentials.
The Nadal Doc: Lessons on pain, pressure, and the legendary "Big Three" tennis rivalry.
Alex Geesbreght Interview: Moving from highly competitive family pickleball games to owning an MLP franchise.
Acquiring Ben Johns: The truth behind the trade rumors and what happened during Alex's private meeting with Ben.
Celebrity Golf & Sports Media: Alex’s days covering the 90s Dallas Cowboys and seeing Ben Johns hang out with NFL royalty.

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In this episode of Certified McNasty, Matt Manasse reveals his secret training sessions at Jamie Foxx’s house as Jamie prepares for the upcoming Mookie Betts charity event. Matt breaks down the specific 3-lesson plan he’s using to sharpen Jamie’s kitchen play, air attacks, and backhand dinks.  We also recap the high-stakes action at MLP Dallas, where Ben Johns silenced the critics by going undefeated the entire weekend. Matt shares his experience playing with tennis legend and former Junior #1 Donald Young, explaining the mechanics of the "Dingwalls" game and the difficulty of adjusting from heavy tennis swings to compact pickleball strokes. Finally, we look at the launch of Tipty—the new "no-noise" foam ball sport—and debate whether the sport needs more "Rolex-level" luxury and status to reach the next level. 

In this episode: Training a Legend: Matt’s 3-hour plan to get Jamie Foxx tournament-ready.  
MLP Dallas Recap: How Ben Johns reclaimed his dominance and went undefeated.  
The Donald Young Session: Transitioning from the ATP Tour to the pickleball kitchen.  
What is Tipty? Inside the new sport launched by Steve Bellamy and the Bellamy brothers. 
The Luxury Debate: Why pickleball needs more "status" and high-end branding.  
Norwegian Snack Test: Rating the "Quick Lunch" (Kvikk Lunsj) against American classics.  

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