Pickleball Business Life Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:33:56 -0400 https://www.pickleballbusinesslife.com en-us © 2026 Pickleball Business Life yes fa5629ab-169e-569a-899e-8ce8da3a18d2 Rocket Rich and Pistol Pete episodic false Based on Long Island, NY, Pickleball Business Life brings the worlds of pickleball and business together. Hosted by Rocket Rich (Richard Simanoff), a wholesale insurance broker and Pistol Pete (Pete Avella), a furniture broker, the show features conversations with people from all corners of the business world who also share a love for pickleball.


From careers and entrepreneurship to success, setbacks, controversial takes, and pickleball talk, Rocket Rich and Pistol Pete keep the conversations fun and unpredictable.


Whether you own a business, work in one, love pickleball, or just enjoy a good conversation, there’s something here for you.


New episodes drop two Fridays a month.


For guest inquiries/collabs, email pickleballbusinesslife@gmail.com


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On today’s episode, Pistol Pete and Rocket Rich sit down with Vicente Nastasi at Pickle N Par Club in Melville. Originally from Venezuela, Vicente shares his journey through three countries and three racket sports: tennis in Venezuela, padel in Spain, and pickleball in the United States. Now a resident of Queens Village, he's been playing pickleball for about two years and has become known at the club for his fierce competitiveness and signature trick shots.

Vicente opens up about his background as a dentist. He discusses his plan to move back to Venezuela which is where he will resume practicing dentistry. We learn more about why he started pickleball and how he got where he is today.

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On today’s episode, Pistol Pete and Rocket Rich sit down with Vicente Nastasi at Pickle N Par Club in Melville. Originally from Venezuela, Vicente shares his journey through three countries and three racket sports: tennis in Venezuela, padel in Spain, and pickleball in the United States. Now a resident of Queens Village, he's been playing pickleball for about two years and has become known at the club for his fierce competitiveness and signature trick shots.

Vicente opens up about his background as a dentist. He discusses his plan to move back to Venezuela which is where he will resume practicing dentistry. We learn more about why he started pickleball and how he got where he is today.

Follow us on social media:
Instagram: pickleballbusinesslife
TikTok: pickleballbusinesslife
YouTube: pickleballbusinesslife 

Interested in collaborating or being a guest? Email pickleballbusinesslife@gmail.com

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Streaming tomorrow at 6pm EST on YouTube and all Podcast platforms.

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Streaming tomorrow at 6pm EST on YouTube and all Podcast platforms.

]]> Rocket Rich and Pistol Pete Buzzsprout-19855131 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:00:00 -0400 23 7 trailer false Episode 6: Why People Are Booking Flights Just To Play Pickleball Episode 6: Why People Are Booking Flights Just To Play Pickleball Send us Fan Mail

What if your next pickleball game could take you to Italy, Portugal, Bermuda, or even a cruise down the Danube? 

This week we sit down with Haley Goldsmith, travel advisor and founder of Papillon Destinations & Company Inc. to explore the exciting intersection of pickleball and travel. Haley shares her journey from a tennis player to pickleball enthusiast, how the sport has transformed her mental and physical well-being, and why pickleball retreats are quickly becoming the hottest new trend in group travel.

We dive into why using a travel advisor still matters in the age of online booking, the most underrated destinations she's visited, and how cruise ships and river cruises are now building pickleball courts onboard.

Whether you're a pickleball addict, a travel lover, or someone who just needs a nudge to try something new, this episode is your sign to pick up a paddle and book your next trip.

Connect with Haley:

Website: papillondestinations.com

Email: haley.goldsmith@papillondestinations.com

Find Pickleball Business Life on all podcast platforms, Instagram @pickleballbusinesslife, TikTok @pickleballbusinesslife, and YouTube @pickleballbusinesslife.

For inquiries, email us at pickleballbusinesslife@gmail.com.

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What if your next pickleball game could take you to Italy, Portugal, Bermuda, or even a cruise down the Danube? 

This week we sit down with Haley Goldsmith, travel advisor and founder of Papillon Destinations & Company Inc. to explore the exciting intersection of pickleball and travel. Haley shares her journey from a tennis player to pickleball enthusiast, how the sport has transformed her mental and physical well-being, and why pickleball retreats are quickly becoming the hottest new trend in group travel.

We dive into why using a travel advisor still matters in the age of online booking, the most underrated destinations she's visited, and how cruise ships and river cruises are now building pickleball courts onboard.

Whether you're a pickleball addict, a travel lover, or someone who just needs a nudge to try something new, this episode is your sign to pick up a paddle and book your next trip.

Connect with Haley:

Website: papillondestinations.com

Email: haley.goldsmith@papillondestinations.com

Find Pickleball Business Life on all podcast platforms, Instagram @pickleballbusinesslife, TikTok @pickleballbusinesslife, and YouTube @pickleballbusinesslife.

For inquiries, email us at pickleballbusinesslife@gmail.com.

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People are traveling to just play pickleball? Stay tuned to hear all about this topic tomorrow with Haley Goldsmith at 6pm EST. 

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People are traveling to just play pickleball? Stay tuned to hear all about this topic tomorrow with Haley Goldsmith at 6pm EST. 

]]> Rocket Rich and Pistol Pete Buzzsprout-19782802 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:00:00 -0400 21 6 trailer false Episode 5: What Happens When You Quit Your Job to Open a Pickleball Facility Episode 5: What Happens When You Quit Your Job to Open a Pickleball Facility Send us Fan Mail

Today on Pickleball Business Life, Rocket Rich and Pistol Pete sit down with Lauren Redmond from Harbor Pickleball. Lauren shares how her father's obsession with the sport pulled her in, how her media career  led to an unexpected entrepreneurial pivot, and why she set out to open a pickleball facility. 

Lauren brings her husband Tom and their two kids, Peyton and Brooks later in the episode. Tom shares his initial reaction to Lauren's business venture and the couple's competitive dynamics on the court. The rapid fire round gets real including a surprise question from their daughter Peyton to wrap things up. Lauren also opens up about her brother Brian, who was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's at 28 and remains her biggest inspiration.

You can find Harbor Pickleball on Instagram @harborpickleball, Facebook @harborpickleball, and their website harborpickleballli.com. They are located in Commack, Long Island, NY.

Find Pickleball Business Life on all podcast platforms, Instagram @pickleballbusinesslife, TikTok @pickleballbusinesslife, and YouTube @pickleballbusinesslife.

For inquiries, email us at pickleballbusinesslife@gmail.com.

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Today on Pickleball Business Life, Rocket Rich and Pistol Pete sit down with Lauren Redmond from Harbor Pickleball. Lauren shares how her father's obsession with the sport pulled her in, how her media career  led to an unexpected entrepreneurial pivot, and why she set out to open a pickleball facility. 

Lauren brings her husband Tom and their two kids, Peyton and Brooks later in the episode. Tom shares his initial reaction to Lauren's business venture and the couple's competitive dynamics on the court. The rapid fire round gets real including a surprise question from their daughter Peyton to wrap things up. Lauren also opens up about her brother Brian, who was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's at 28 and remains her biggest inspiration.

You can find Harbor Pickleball on Instagram @harborpickleball, Facebook @harborpickleball, and their website harborpickleballli.com. They are located in Commack, Long Island, NY.

Find Pickleball Business Life on all podcast platforms, Instagram @pickleballbusinesslife, TikTok @pickleballbusinesslife, and YouTube @pickleballbusinesslife.

For inquiries, email us at pickleballbusinesslife@gmail.com.

]]> Buzzsprout-19708391 Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:00:00 -0400 1580 5 full false Lauren Redmond Pistol Pete aka Pete Avella Rocket Rich aka Richard Simanoff Eliana Simanoff Eliana Simanoff Trailer: What Happens When You Quit Your Job To Open A Pickleball Facility Trailer: What Happens When You Quit Your Job To Open A Pickleball Facility Send us Fan Mail

You ever wondered what happens when you quit your job to open a pickleball facility? Stay tuned for tomorrow at 6pm EST where we sit down with Lauren Redmond, the owner of Harbor Pickleball. 

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You ever wondered what happens when you quit your job to open a pickleball facility? Stay tuned for tomorrow at 6pm EST where we sit down with Lauren Redmond, the owner of Harbor Pickleball. 

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This week we're joined by Alyson McDonough and Daniel Poblete from Next Rally Pickleball, a pickleball event company bringing tournaments, social plays, and play with the pro events to Long Island. 

Next Rally's upcoming charity events are Tuesday's Promise on 9/11 and Project Purple on November 21st for pancreatic cancer awareness. 

Follow @nextrallypickleball on Instagram and Facebook for upcoming events at The Picklr in Centereach and soon in Commack.

Follow along at @pickleballbusinesslife on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more pickleball content. 

Interested in collaborating with us and/or being a guest on the podcast? 
Email pickleballbusinesslife@gmail.com or text/call 516-314-7085

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This week we're joined by Alyson McDonough and Daniel Poblete from Next Rally Pickleball, a pickleball event company bringing tournaments, social plays, and play with the pro events to Long Island. 

Next Rally's upcoming charity events are Tuesday's Promise on 9/11 and Project Purple on November 21st for pancreatic cancer awareness. 

Follow @nextrallypickleball on Instagram and Facebook for upcoming events at The Picklr in Centereach and soon in Commack.

Follow along at @pickleballbusinesslife on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more pickleball content. 

Interested in collaborating with us and/or being a guest on the podcast? 
Email pickleballbusinesslife@gmail.com or text/call 516-314-7085

]]> Rocket Rich and Pistol Pete Buzzsprout-19678135 Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:00:00 -0400 2198 4 full false Alyson McDonough Daniel Poblete Pistol Pete aka Pete Avella Rocket Rich aka Richard Simanoff Eliana Simanoff Eliana Simanoff Episode 3: How to Actually Get Better at Pickleball Episode 3: How to Actually Get Better at Pickleball Send us Fan Mail

Rocket Rich and Pistol Pete sit down with Andrew Ritter, General Manager and Eric Handelman, Manager at Pickle N Par Club on Long Island, NY for a deep dive into the world of pickleball. The guys cover how Andrew and Eric got started in the sport, what separates a 3.5 from a 4.0 player, their top tips for improvement, the hardest shots to master, and how the DUPR rating system works. They also get into the origin of the name "pickleball", talk about what makes Pickle N Par Club feel like a true community, and tell us about their new underground facility coming to Long Island, NY in New Hyde Park this September.

Where to find Pickle N Par Club
Website: picklenpar.com
Instagram: picklenparclub
Facebook: picklenpar

Follow along at @pickleballbusinesslife on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more pickleball content. 

Interested in collaborating with us and/or being a guest on the podcast? 
Email pickleballbusinesslife@gmail.com or text/call 516-314-7085

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Rocket Rich and Pistol Pete sit down with Andrew Ritter, General Manager and Eric Handelman, Manager at Pickle N Par Club on Long Island, NY for a deep dive into the world of pickleball. The guys cover how Andrew and Eric got started in the sport, what separates a 3.5 from a 4.0 player, their top tips for improvement, the hardest shots to master, and how the DUPR rating system works. They also get into the origin of the name "pickleball", talk about what makes Pickle N Par Club feel like a true community, and tell us about their new underground facility coming to Long Island, NY in New Hyde Park this September.

Where to find Pickle N Par Club
Website: picklenpar.com
Instagram: picklenparclub
Facebook: picklenpar

Follow along at @pickleballbusinesslife on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more pickleball content. 

Interested in collaborating with us and/or being a guest on the podcast? 
Email pickleballbusinesslife@gmail.com or text/call 516-314-7085

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On today’s episode, we’re joined by the CEO of Dinur Cosmetics, David Grinburg. 

We dive into who he is outside the pickleball court, advice he would give to new business owners, the story behind Dinur Cosmetics, and the experiences that shaped him into who he is today.

Where to find Dinur Cosmetics:
www.dinurcosmetics.com
Instagram: dinurcosmetics
Amazon: Dinur Cosmetics
1-800-526-2535

Follow along at @pickleballbusinesslife on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more pickleball content. 

Interested in collaborating with us and/or being a guest on the podcast? 
Email pickleballbusinesslife@gmail.com or text/call 516-314-7085





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On today’s episode, we’re joined by the CEO of Dinur Cosmetics, David Grinburg. 

We dive into who he is outside the pickleball court, advice he would give to new business owners, the story behind Dinur Cosmetics, and the experiences that shaped him into who he is today.

Where to find Dinur Cosmetics:
www.dinurcosmetics.com
Instagram: dinurcosmetics
Amazon: Dinur Cosmetics
1-800-526-2535

Follow along at @pickleballbusinesslife on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more pickleball content. 

Interested in collaborating with us and/or being a guest on the podcast? 
Email pickleballbusinesslife@gmail.com or text/call 516-314-7085





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Are you someone who is crazy about pickleball? You've come to the right spot. Get to know Rocket Rich and Pistol Pete in episode 1 of the pilot.

Follow along at @pickleballbusinesslife on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more pickleball content. 

Interested in collaborating with us and/or being a guest on the podcast? 
Email pickleballbusinesslife@gmail.com or text/call 516-314-7085

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Are you someone who is crazy about pickleball? You've come to the right spot. Get to know Rocket Rich and Pistol Pete in episode 1 of the pilot.

Follow along at @pickleballbusinesslife on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more pickleball content. 

Interested in collaborating with us and/or being a guest on the podcast? 
Email pickleballbusinesslife@gmail.com or text/call 516-314-7085

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