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Pocket-Sized Podcasting is the ‘how to podcast’ series for busy people. You’ll get one short sharp tip delivered to your feed Monday through Friday, all aimed towards helping you build and grow your own life-changing show. Brought to you by Alitu, the Podcast Maker, it’s our aim to make the entire process of podcasting as simple and accessible as humanly possible. Find us anywhere you get your podcasts, and be sure to hit follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode!
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Pickleball Tips - 4.0 To Pro, A Pocket-Sized Pickleball Podcast

Michael O'Neal & Scott Fliegelman

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Welcome to 4.0 to pro, the pickleball podcast that focuses on a single shot, tip, or strategy to improve your pickleball game with every single pocket-sized episode. Our goal is to make you better every single time you hear our voices! We are covering in-depth pickleball tips and strategies like serving, returning, drives, 3rd-shot options, dinking, faster hands, and much more! Subscribe to become a better pickleball player! And now your hosts, four point…something, Michael O’Neal, and USA P ...
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Pocket Sized reviews of new Rap songs coming out of Dublin City and other cities in Ireland too. A quick opinion of the lastest releases, and songs that I'm interested in from the Irish Rap Artists that are putting in work to get some attention on their brilliant records. Give plebty of feedback by rating an episode 5 stars and then giving me your actual feedback in the comments.. THANK YOU!
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Today we delve into the nuances of playing pickleball with a referee present. We talk about the additional pressure and dynamics a referee brings to a game. Topics covered include the significance of making prompt and proper outcalls, protocols around serve routines, and foot faults, as well as the importance of establishing a rapport with the refe…
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**NOTE: Since this episode has published, the Gen 3 paddles from Gearbox, Joola, and others have hit the market. So, much of what we talked about can be extrapolated to these new paddles. Pickleball Paddle technology has taken huge leaps and bounds in the last 3 years or so. Shots that were previously impossible are now commonplace due to the gritt…
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Today, we delve into the critical importance of your FEET in pickleball. We kick off with a shoutout to Michael from Jilly Bee's (Jill Braverman) podcast and celebrate their show ranking #23 globally in trending new shows. They emphasize the need for appropriate footwear, the intricacies of footwork for different shots, and drills to improve stabil…
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Today Senior Pro Scott Fliegelman (@boulderpickleball) and 4-point-something Michael O'Neal (@solohour) talk about how to get better at pickleball every time you play. We talk about what to do when you're solo, what to do with three players, how to choose a coach, great drills, and how to play above and below your current level. CRBN Pickleball Mak…
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Today Michael shares his experience from the APP tournament at Flushing Meadows in New York City. Michael recounts playing in various events, including the Humana Cup and senior pro singles and doubles, reflecting on his growth and strategy adjustments, including (spoiler alert) his first senior pro win! The episode also covers drills like the inst…
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This episode of '4.0 to Pro' delves into the often-overlooked aspect of pickleball - off-ball movement. Hosts Michael O'Neal and Scott Fliegelman discuss the importance of movement when not in direct play, sharing insights from their experiences and coaching. They cover strategies like poaching, baiting, and fake switching to disrupt opponents and …
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(Replay Episode 4) Today we are chatting serve return! There are a few techniques we can learn to give us a huge advantage in our serve game...and a few of them start before you even step on the court or begin your game. CRBN Pickleball Makers of the best pickleball paddles on the planet. Use Promo Code "402P" at checkout for 10% off. Learn more ab…
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Today we talk serves! There are multiple things to consider when serving in Pickleball. Alignment, location, serve choice, and much more. In this episode we learn how the pros serve and what they consider before every point. CRBN Pickleball Makers of the best pickleball paddles on the planet. Use Promo Code "402P" at checkout for 10% off. Disclaime…
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Today Michael O'Neal and Scott Fliegelman discuss the evolving strategy of the FIFTH shot drive in pickleball, moving away from traditional play, towards more aggressive tactics facilitated by advancements in paddle technology. They explore how these changes are affecting the game, including how to effectively use and defend against powerful drives…
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This is a replay of episode 2 for those that may have missed it! Have a listen to refresh your 3rds! Today we are talking 3rd shots! There used to be 1 choice for our 3rd shots....the traditional drop! Because of paddle technology and the evolution of the game, we now have at least 4 options on how to handle our 3rd. Have you mastered all 4? CRBN P…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about compiling an ebook. A lot of podcasters do this once they’ve hit a critical mass with their episodes. You end up with a lot of wisdom and knowledge in that big bank of content. So, what threads or narratives could you pull out an…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about social media stories. Most social media platforms have their own version of a “stories” or “shorts” feature, where you post short clips from throughout your day. And whilst *actually* posting short clips to social media throughou…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about posting video versions of your episodes. Post-pandemic, people are a lot more familiar with talking on video these days. In the past, it was almost assumed that a podcast recording would be audio-only. But now, you’ll find that a…
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Today we're exploring something we've noticed about Colin Johns and Andrei Daescu's pickleball game. Their drops are WAY higher and flatter than most 4.0 to Pro's. Today we talk the in's and out's of that particular shot, and how you can integrate it with limited penalty and a LOT of upside! Hey, why not grab a t-shirt at http://makeemhit.com? Lear…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about written content and blogging. As podcasters, we’re missing a trick when we think of our “show notes” as an afterthought. If you’ve planned and scripted your episode, you might only tweak this slightly then just slap it in there w…
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REPLAY: In this inaugural episode of 4.02P, Michael and Scott cover the basics of overall good pickleball strategy, including return of serve, serving, 3rd shots, and getting to the NVZ (otherwise known as the kitchen!) Please subscribe on whatever podcast platform you prefer, submit any pickleball questions at http://picklehelp.com and follow us o…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about live broadcasting or streaming. If you’ve got a phone or an internet connection, then you have the ability to “go live” at any time. Typically, this would be on one of the big social media platforms, a dedicated streaming platfor…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about podcast growth through repurposing. If you’re spending time creating great content in one medium - in our case, audio - then you can multiply its impact by repurposing or ‘stacking’ it. For example, with this podcast, I script th…
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Last week we did right side...today it's left! This episode of the '4.0 to Pro' pickleball podcast, hosted by Michael O' Neal and Scott Fliegelman, delves into strategies and techniques for playing on the left side of the pickleball court. After covering right side play in a previous episode, they switch focus to the left side, discussing responsib…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about event sponsorship. We’ve already talked about going to conferences and conventions in your niche. So how about sponsoring one to promote your podcast? Event organisers will tend to offer different sponsorship tiers. There’s usual…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about flyers and leaflets. Paper or card flyers are one of the oldest marketing tools out there. And even in this age of social media and digital communication, we still see them everywhere. You’ll no doubt regularly get them through y…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about sponsoring another podcast. This is potentially the ultimate way to spend any advertising budget. Find a successful show with a similar target audience to your own, then, sponsor it for a few episodes. This way, not only do you r…
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Today we chat about Scott Fliegelman's experiences at the U.S. Open in Naples and the NPL draft list announcement, where Fliegelman was the number one pick for the Denver Iconics. Then we discuss various aspects of right-side play, including pre-match alignments, defensive strategies, understanding the 'respect the X' concept, and effectively using…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about email newsletter sponsorship. Email is still the often-overlooked king of online communication. Websites and social media platforms may come and go, but every single person who uses the internet has an email address. Email newsle…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about advertising your podcast via Google Ads. Google ads is another behemoth of online advertising, and there's a good chance you see dozens of these every single day. Most search terms will turn up a handful of ads at the very top of…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about advertising your podcast on Reddit. Reddit is described as a “social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website.” That’s some elevator pitch eh? You can’t argue, though. It is one of the most visited websites in…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about advertising your podcast on Spotify. At time of recording, Spotify boasts well over 250 million “ad supported” listeners. You can create and run a 30-second audio ad for your show by signing up at https://adstudio.spotify.com Spo…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about social media advertising. I know I’m never very positive or complimentary about social media. But, there are a lot of people looking at it every minute of every day. And, you can pay to advertise your podcast at them. Facebook is…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about advertising on Podnews. Podnews is an essential daily email newsletter, predominantly aimed at keeping podcasters up-to-date with the latest industry news. But, most podcasters are podcast listeners too, and you can advertise you…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about community sponsorship. Depending on where you live, you might see a lot of sponsorship opportunities in your local community. These are typically things like flower beds, roundabouts, and parks. This is a more altruistic advertis…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about advertising your podcast *on* public transport. Or, on HGVs. Now that everyone *inside* the bus is listening to your podcast, let’s get some car-based listeners too. Ads on the backs of buses and lorries are common ways transport…
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Today we talk about coach Scott Fliegelman's experiences and anticipation for the U.S. Open in Naples, Florida, his role as a color commentator for the Split Age Mixed Pro event, and his strategy and hopes for moving up from a bronze medalist position. Michael and Scott discuss the impact of paddle power on the game, sharing insights on selecting p…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about advertising your podcast inside public transport. You know when you’re sitting on the bus, train, or tube, trying your best to avoid eye contact with anyone. You always find yourself looking at those wee ads above the windows for…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about running ads in print magazines. Print magazines have experienced a bit of a renaissance in recent years. In fact, it seems to be the ultra-niche ones that have best weathered the digital storm, and continue to grow from strength …
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about advertising on Overcast and other podcast listening apps. This type of advertising is hugely effective, because 100% of the folks you reach are podcast listeners who’re actively browsing their app. There’s no education needed her…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about advertising your podcast. The concept of advertising really needs no introduction. This is an ancient and traditional way of promoting a product or service. You pay some money, and you get your ad in front of a particular audienc…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about other types of podcast merch. Now that we’re looking at this from a “just get as much branded merch out there as possible” approach, what can we add to our store alongside our t-shirts, stickers, and magnets? A quick look over at…
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Today we discuss topics such as defending against a third shot 'drip', the concept of playing with different skill levels and how it impacts growth, the idea of using heavier paddles for singles, and practical advice for improving balance and shot precision. We also share personal anecdotes and experiences to illustrate key points, including the im…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about t-shirts. The big misconception about selling podcast-branded t-shirts is that this is a monetization strategy, rather than a promotion one. But, any listener wearing your show’s t-shirt becomes like a walking billboard for your …
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about QR Codes. The humble “Quick Response” code rose to prominence during the pandemic. Very few people don’t know what they are, now. If you don’t, though, a QR Code is a unique symbol that your smartphone's camera can read and trans…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about roadside promotion. This might be anything from a banner draped on a flyover, to a big sign in a field. Basically, a message that promotes your podcast which will be seen by thousands of people each day. It should go without sayi…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about beer mats and coasters. This is one of my favourite podcast promotion strategies, because it’s a great excuse to go to the pub. If you get a bunch of eye-catching cardboard coasters made, you can stick them on your table under yo…
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Today we share insights on improving shot selection, and strategizing returns based on opponents' weaknesses. We discuss the nuanced decisions players must make regarding serve returns, engaging in dinks, handling lobs, and when to instigate or speed up the game. The episode also covers the significance of playing with appropriate etiquette, especi…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about magnets. Magnets - like stickers - can be wee adverts for your podcast. They’re more tolerated than stickers, too, because they can be easily removed. This means that curious listeners sometimes take them home. We know where all …
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about bumper stickers. A bumper sticker on the back of your car might not seem like it’s doing much. But imagine how many different people end up seeing it over the weeks, months, and years. Sure, a lot of them won’t be your target aud…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about stickers. Stickers are the ultimate guerrilla marketing tool. They’re like little ads for your podcast that can pop up anywhere, and they can last for a long time. You don’t even need to risk accusations of vandalism by actually …
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about leaving a card in a book. Books might be very old, and podcasts very new, but both have a lot in common. They’re created with a target audience in mind. So why not promote your podcast in books that share your overarching theme o…
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Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And on this episode, we’re talking about guerrilla marketing. No, this isn’t about promoting your podcast at the zoo - although it could be. Guerrilla marketing is a low or no-cost unconventional advertising strategy. It allows you to engage with the public on a more pe…
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Today we introduce the concept of choosing between option A and B in various situations to enhance consistency in the game, discussing tactics for serving, transitioning from the service line to the non-volley zone (kitchen), and engaging in rallies. 00:00 Welcome to the Pocket Size Pickleball Podcast! 00:25 Spring Break and Pickleball Tournaments:…
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Today we discuss various aspects of coaching, including the importance of setting goals, understanding coaching styles, and evaluating a coach's compatibility with your learning style. We offer practical advice on how to identify a coach who can cater to your specific needs, whether through one-on-one sessions, remote coaching, or group settings. I…
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