Pickleball Business Life

Rocket Rich and Pistol Pete

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

Episodes

  1. 6d ago ·  Video

    Episode 7: What Happens When a Tennis Players Picks Up a Paddle

    Send us Fan Mail 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

  2. Episode 7 ·  Video

    Trailer: What Happens When a Tennis Player Picks Up a Paddle

    Send us Fan Mail Streaming tomorrow at 6pm EST on YouTube and all Podcast platforms.

  3. Sep 11 ·  Video

    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.

  4. Episode 6 ·  Video

    Trailer: Why People are Booking Flights Just To Play Pickleball

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

  5. Aug 28 ·  Video

    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.

  6. Episode 5 ·  Video

    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.

  7. Aug 20

    Episode 4: The DUPR Rating Debate: is it accurate or just confusing?

    Send us Fan Mail 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

  8. Aug 20

    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

  9. Aug 20

    Episode 2: We Met the CEO Of Dinur Cosmetics

    Send us Fan Mail 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

  10. Jul 1

    Episode 1: Pilot

    Send us Fan Mail 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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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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  • Creator
    Rocket Rich and Pistol Pete
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Pickleball Business Life
  • Show Website
    Pickleball Business Life