Shellda Podcast

Dan Shelley
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Hosted by the 2X Paintball Photographer of The Year. This podcast focuses on the human side of paintball going deeper into vulnerability.

  1. 3D AGO

    #59: Alex Goldman opens up about how he stays at the top of his game

    Text Shellda a quick review and he might post it on his IG story! 🏆 I'm nominated for 4  ⁨@MajorLeaguePaintball⁩  Summit Awards! Crazy!  Please go vote: https://form.jotform.com/253435726214152 👀Join this channel to get access to perks and see every episode early: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGLMvOk8OnfifUbBY7zvnIA/join 💬Join Shellda's exclusive discord and see every episode early:  https://www.patreon.com/c/shelldaphotos/membership 🎅🏻Shop BFPGear's Holiday Deals until 12/31/25 here:  https://www.blackfridaypaintball.com 📚Grab Shellda's Book here:  https://a.co/d/bG1hU8e In this episode of the Shellda Podcast, I sit down with Alex “Mouse” Goldman, fresh off a World Cup championship, for one of the most honest and in-depth conversations he’s ever had publicly. We talk about what winning the World Cup actually felt like in the moment, the discipline it takes to stay at the top, and the mental battles that come with losing, doubt, and expectations. Alex opens up about routine, mindset, confidence, visualization, and what it means to truly believe you’re the best, without crossing the line into ego. We also dive into legacy...what Alex wants to leave behind when his playing days are over, how he approaches professionalism in paintball, and the advice he’d give to the next generation chasing the pro dream. Support the show

    1h 2m

  2. DEC 16

    #58: Marcello Margott opens up about the hardest year in his life.

    Text Shellda a quick review and he might post it on his IG story! 🎅🏻Shop BFPGear's Holiday Deals until 12/31/25 here:  https://www.blackfridaypaintball.com 📚Snag a copy of my book, Finding Me: From Imposter to Icon:  https://a.co/d/0QRB18b In this episode, World Cup champion Marcello Margott sits down with me for one of the realest conversations he’s ever had on a podcast. We dive deep into the stories behind the 2024 season: the adversity, the cut, the public backlash, the comeback, and the emotional World Cup run that ended in one of the most powerful moments of his career. Support the show

    1h 58m

  3. DEC 9

    #57: The man who holds the NXL together. ft. Roderick Mitchell

    Text Shellda a quick review and he might post it on his IG story! Step behind the curtain of tournament paintball with Roderick Mitchell, the man who quietly holds the sport together. You’ve probably seen him walking vendor row, fixing problems before anyone notices, or managing chaos on the pro field… but today you get to hear the story you never knew. We dive into what it’s like to work 30+ events per season, build and tear down entire venues in a matter of days, switch between five different “jobs” every hour, and manage the pressure that comes with being the person everyone depends on. Rod gets vulnerable about burnout, anxiety, depression, and even past addiction, and how paintball became the place that saved him. He shares how he protects his energy, how he shows up for players and vendors even on empty, why he sees himself as “big energy,” and how he made the pro field in his own way. This conversation is raw, honest, funny, and incredibly important for anyone who loves this sport, whether you’re a player, vendor, ref, media, or just part of the community. Support the show

    1h 28m

  4. DEC 2

    #56: Inside World Cup: Burnout, Emotions, and Iconic Moments

    Text Shellda a quick review and he might post it on his IG story! In this solo episode, I open up about something I rarely talk about, how hard this season really was for me. Between launching my book, losing my grandpa, shooting nonstop events, and producing weekly episodes, I hit a level of burnout I didn’t even recognize until it was almost too late. Going into World Cup, I wasn’t excited. I wasn’t prepared. I wasn’t even sure I wanted to pick up the camera. But everything changed the moment I stepped onto the field. Support the show

    40 min

  5. NOV 25

    #55: Arturo Andrade on Mexico paintball, Dynasty, and the future of paintball

    Text Shellda a quick review and he might post it on his IG story! In this episode of The Shellda Podcast, I sit down with one of the most iconic snake players in paintball history, Arturo Andrade of San Diego Dynasty. We dive deep into his journey from the fields of Mexico to becoming a world-class pro, what the sport means to his culture, and how he balances being a player, promoter, league owner, field owner, and global ambassador for paintball. Support the show

    1h 12m

  6. NOV 18

    #54: Coaching Like a CEO...ft. Travis Lemanski’s Leadership Philosophy

    Text Shellda a quick review and he might post it on his IG story! In this episode, I sit down with Travis Lemanski — a true legend in paintball. From building Infamous into one of the sport’s most recognizable teams, to launching ProDNA and Foundation, Travis has turned his lifelong passion for paintball into a full-scale business empire. We talk about what it’s like to wear so many hats — owner, coach, product designer, and family man — and how he manages to balance them all without losing focus. Travis opens up about the early days of product development, how he built Infamous into a global brand, and his vision for helping other teams become their own brands. We also dive into the business grind behind World Cup season, from prepping new drops months in advance to surviving the chaos of Black Friday. He shares his leadership mindset, how he motivates players individually, and the lessons he’s learned from decades in the sport. I loved hearing about his approach to collaboration over competition, what it’s like having his wife involved in the industry, and one absolutely wild paintball story from Europe that you won’t believe. Support the show

    51 min

  7. NOV 11

    #53: Saying Yes to Oliver Lang changed my paintball career - ft Philip Swindall

    Text Shellda a quick review and he might post it on his IG story! Award-winning photographer Philip Swindle joins me to talk about his incredible journey from player to one of paintball’s most respected visual storytellers. In this episode, Philip opens up about how Oliver Lang pulled him into the Hormesis universe, his experience helping create the film “All That Matters,” and how the Great American Paintball Magazine came to life with Alex Fraige and Mike Jeffery. We dive deep into the creative process, what it’s really like shooting paintball professionally, and how to turn your passion into a sustainable career as a full-time creator. Support the show

    1h 39m

  8. NOV 4

    #52: The International Hurricane: Nic Rippel’s Rise to the NXL Pro League

    Text Shellda a quick review and he might post it on his IG story! Grab a copy of Finding Me here: https://a.co/d/iyXfrd6 In this episode of The Shellda Podcast, I sits down with Nic Rippel of the New Orleans Hurricanes, the team’s international powerhouse whose story proves that passion knows no borders. From growing up in Germany to flying halfway across the world for tryouts, Nic’s journey is packed with grit, humility, and belief. He opens up about what it’s like balancing a full-time job while playing pro paintball, what it means to truly be “family” inside the Hurricanes, and how his girlfriend captures his career through the lens as a professional photographer. Wehey dive into everything from battling jet lag and managing long-haul travel to the mindset behind playing without ego, growing German paintball, and even submitting a paintball short film to a film festival. Whether you’re a paintball player, a dream-chaser, or just someone who loves hearing stories of dedication and community...this one’s for you. Support the show

    1h 25m
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Hosted by the 2X Paintball Photographer of The Year. This podcast focuses on the human side of paintball going deeper into vulnerability.

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  • Creator
    Dan Shelley
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    59
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Shellda Podcast
  • Show Website
    Shellda Podcast

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