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Building Bridges and Resilience With Padel: Ben Hanley’s Global Military Story (JOPS04E04)
This episode of JOY OF PADEL welcomes Flight Lieutenant Ben Hanley, as he joins host Minter to share his journey from Ipswich to Madrid and how he discovered padel through a NATO posting. Ben reflects on overcoming injury, becoming an M3-certified coach, and launching military padel clubs that unite diverse communities and support mental health. The conversation highlights padel’s unique power for connection and resilience across cultures and ranks.
Key points:
Ben is driving padel’s growth within the UK military, using sport to build community and well-being.
Padel’s accessibility and camaraderie support recovery, leadership, and inclusive competition.
How to Manage Overheads in Padel – Zones, Shot Selection, Intention and Direction
Padel overheads are nothing like tennis smashes. In tennis, you see a lob and simply try to finish the point. In padel, every floating ball forces a three-part decision: which overhead to play, where to strike it from on your side, and with what direction and intention. Between the bandeja, víbora, rulo, gancho, remate and the cheeky amago, you’re managing time, position and pressure rather than just power.
Navigating Busyness and Balance: Anthony Reeves on Meaningful Work and Lasting Impact (MDE645)
Minter Dialogue with Anthony ReevesAnthony Reeves is a seasoned creative leader whose journey spans from the rugged Australian Outback to some of the world’s most competitive boardrooms. Currently at Kohler, Anthony has also made his mark at global giants such as...
Left-Handers, Big Smashers and Control Freaks: Who Should Play Which Side in Padel?
Padel players obsess over which side they “are” – left or right – as if it were a personality type. Yet the real question isn’t your favourite side, it’s which combination makes the strongest team. The serve return matters, but since you only hit it roughly one in four points, building your side choice around that single shot is a trap. Handedness and playing style are far more important: left-handers almost always belong on the right, and among right-handers, the stronger finisher usually plays left. In the end, choosing sides is less about ego and more about smart partnership.
AI, Brand Moats, and the Power of Owned Media with Cody Schneider (MDE644)
On this episode of Minter Dialogue, Cody Schneider shares insights from his journey scaling startups, building AI-driven growth tools, and why distribution often beats product. Dive into practical tips on digital transformation, fostering innovation inside organizations, and leveraging owned media to create real “digital gravity.” Whether you’re leading a brand or launching your first startup, this conversation is packed with actionable wisdom on staying ahead in today’s fast-evolving landscape.
Empowering Women in Padel: Pep Stonor’s Journey and Vision for Inclusion (JOPS04E03)
In this episode, host Minter sits down with the inspiring Pep Stonor, a passionate padel player and founder of Empower Padel. Pep shares her journey from discovering padel on a holiday in Portugal to becoming an early adopter in the UK during the COVID lockdowns, and eventually representing Australia at the international level. Together, they explore the unique social spirit of padel, the transition challenges for tennis converts, and the empowering potential of the sport—especially for women and girls.
Listen in as Pep Stonor recounts the joys and challenges of building a global community through Empower Padel, dedicated to helping more women start, return to, and stay in sport by embracing padel. From practical tips for beginners to the importance of making clubs welcoming for women, this conversation is jam-packed with insight, honest reflections, and the infectious enthusiasm that defines the JOY OF PADEL. Whether you’re a seasoned player, a casual fan, or totally new to the sport, this episode will leave you inspired to pick up a racket and join the community!
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