Certified McNasty

Matt Manasse
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A Podcast more or less about Pickleball

  1. The Most OVERRATED Shot in Pickleball + The NY Knicks Celebrations | EP. 20

    4 days ago

    The Most OVERRATED Shot in Pickleball + The NY Knicks Celebrations | EP. 20

    In Episode 20 of Certified McNasty, Matt Manasse and Jason Adler debate the ultimate dos and don'ts of pickleball training. From calling out the most overrated shots in the game—like the Ernie and the backhand flick—to breaking down why junior players need to master the boring fundamentals before chasing highlight-reel clips. Matt shares insights from his recent Torrance training session with 13-year-old Junior MLP phenom Noah from the Palm Beach Royals.  The guys also dive into the wild world of mainstream sports culture. Matt rocks a classic Marcus Camby jersey to celebrate the New York Knicks making their historic finals run, sparking a hilarious debate on whether extreme adult sports fanaticism is actually "weird". From comparing crazy European soccer environments to fans rioting and tearing down street signs in New York, they react to Metta World Peace’s infamous quote about limiting city damage.  Plus, Matt recaps his wild 25th college reunion at Cornell, and the guys detail how they turned a corporate pickleball clinic for the Passes team into a nostalgic recess showdown.   Inside the Episode:Overrated vs. Underrated Shots: Why Matt thinks the Ernie is killing your rec game, and the truth about the return of serve.  The Junior Player Trap: How watching young pros like Hayden Patriquin makes kids skip the fundamentals.  The Knicks Finals & Fan Culture: A deep dive into the 1999 throwback, $4,500 ticket price inflation, and sports rioting.  Passes Corporate Clinic: How Matt and Evan Berger got a team of tech creatives moving with high knees and live gameplay.  Matt's 25th Cornell Reunion: Sneaking back into the fraternity house, wine tastings, and feeling old in the main tent. Ultimate Rapid Fire: Ben Johns vs. LeBron James, PPA Triple Crowns vs. free pizza, and choosing between ALW and Anna Bright.   Follow the show:Subscribe for weekly episodes!Instagram: @CertifiedMcNasty

    27 min
  2. Matt Gets Hacked + Inside the Mind of Ben Johns with MLP Owner Alex Geesbreght

    13 Jun

    Matt Gets Hacked + Inside the Mind of Ben Johns with MLP Owner Alex Geesbreght

    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. Follow the show:Subscribe for weekly episodes! Instagram: @CertifiedMcNasty

    33 min
  3. Training Jamie Foxx for Mookie Betts’ Charity Event | Certified McNasty EP. 18

    6 Jun

    Training Jamie Foxx for Mookie Betts’ Charity Event | Certified McNasty EP. 18

    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.   Follow the show:Subscribe for weekly episodes!Instagram: @CertifiedMcNasty

    28 min
  4. Callaway Golf Enters Pickleball: Is Their New Paddle a Game Changer?

    27 May

    Callaway Golf Enters Pickleball: Is Their New Paddle a Game Changer?

    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. Follow the Mcnasty Crew:Subscribe for weekly episodes on the intersection of pickleball, sports, and culture. Comment Below: Would you ever throw a paddle in a 20-person brawl?. Become a Sponsor at Certifiedmcnasty.com (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

    28 min
  5. The $300 Million Pickleball Fraud: The Rise and Fall of a Sports Empire

    2 Apr

    The $300 Million Pickleball Fraud: The Rise and Fall of a Sports Empire

    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?

    30 min
  6. Nick Kyrgios Plays Pickleball! Desert Smash Highlights & Post-Match Drama #012

    20 Mar

    Nick Kyrgios Plays Pickleball! Desert Smash Highlights & Post-Match Drama #012

    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. Become a sponsor: CertifiedMcnasty.comSubscribe for weekly pickleball strategy, celebrity news, and heated takes!Follow us on Instagram: @CertifiedMcNasty

    28 min
  7. The DUPR Reset Explained: CEO Tito Mercado on Pickleball’s Most Controversial Rating | #011

    11 Mar

    The DUPR Reset Explained: CEO Tito Mercado on Pickleball’s Most Controversial Rating | #011

    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. Subscribe for weekly pickleball strategy, news, and heated takes!Follow us on Instagram: @CertifiedMcNasty Become a sponsor at Certifiedmcnasty.com

    36 min
  8. Pickleball Upset of the Year? Hayden & Anna’s Masterclass Against the Goats

    4 Mar

    Pickleball Upset of the Year? Hayden & Anna’s Masterclass Against the Goats

    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. Subscribe for weekly pickleball strategy, news, and heated takes! Follow us on Instagram: @CertifiedMcNastyBecome a sponsor: Certifiedmcnasty.com

    27 min
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A Podcast more or less about Pickleball

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  • Creator
    Matt Manasse
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Epic Sports & Stoked Sports
  • Show Website
    Certified McNasty

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