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Navigating Padel Booms and Busts: WME Sports’ (IMG) Dani Dios’ Advice for Club Owners (JOPS04E10)

Navigating Padel Booms and Busts: WME Sports’ (IMG) Dani Dios’ Advice for Club Owners (JOPS04E10)

by | Jun 3, 2026 | , ,

This episode of the Joy of Padel welcomes Dani Dios, seasoned padel expert and executive director at IMG WME, as he joins host Minter Dial to share his unique journey from ATP tennis to building padel clubs worldwide. Dani reflects on the cultural and business dynamics driving padel’s global boom, the importance of expertise and humility in the sport, and the evolving future of professional padel.

Key points:
-Sustainable padel growth requires expertise, clear branding, and understanding user needs.
-Humility and teamwork are crucial for transitioning from tennis to becoming a strong padel player.

Athlete, Inventor, Visionary: J Johnson’s Journey to World Peace with High Frequency Highway (MDE657)

Athlete, Inventor, Visionary: J Johnson’s Journey to World Peace with High Frequency Highway (MDE657)

by | May 31, 2026 | , , , , ,

Entrepreneur and athlete J Johnson joins Minter Dial to share his journey from viral app creator at 14-years-old to Olympic-level sprinter and founder of High Frequency Highway. Discover how overcoming allergies, managing ADHD, and the power of meditation and sound frequencies shaped his life and business mission to raise the frequency of the planet. Tune in for insights on personal growth, technology, and the pursuit of world peace through consciousness.

Making Strategic Thinking Visible: Tim Lewko on Purpose, Values, and AI in Business (MDE656)

Making Strategic Thinking Visible: Tim Lewko on Purpose, Values, and AI in Business (MDE656)

by | May 24, 2026 | , , ,

In this episode of Minter Dialogue, Tim Lewko, CEO of Thinking Dimensions, shares insights from 25 years in strategy consulting, focusing on the MOVE framework—making thinking visible, orienting around advantage, visibly choosing bets, and executing in rhythm. Minter and Tim discuss the importance of purpose, values, and decision criteria within organisations, as well as the transformative role of AI in strategy formulation. Listeners will gain practical tools to enhance strategic clarity and foster authentic leadership.

Padel’s Lefty Effect: Statistical Dominance and How to Fight Back (JOPS04E09)

Padel’s Lefty Effect: Statistical Dominance and How to Fight Back (JOPS04E09)

by | May 20, 2026 | ,

Why do left-handed padel players win a staggering 64% of Premier Padel men’s titles — despite making up just 10% of the population? The answer lies in pure geometry. When a lefty partners with a right-handed player, their dual forehands converge down the centre seam, transforming the court’s most targeted zone from a weakness into an impenetrable fortress. Add in the disorienting reverse spin that jams opponents into their ribcage, and you have what analysts like Minter Dial call a structural cheat code baked into the sport’s DNA. Understanding the lefty advantage is the fastest way to elevate your padel game.

From Corporate to Conscious: Sarah Lynn Thomas Redefines Healing at Behold Retreats (MDE655)

From Corporate to Conscious: Sarah Lynn Thomas Redefines Healing at Behold Retreats (MDE655)

by | May 17, 2026 | , , ,

Join Sarah Lynn Thomas on Minter Dialogue as she shares her journey from corporate finance and crypto into plant medicine retreats across Costa Rica, Mexico, and Portugal. Learn about Behold Retreats, where natural plant medicines like ayahuasca, bufo, and psilocybin are used for healing and personal expansion, all with a strong focus on integration and sustainability. Discover how Sarah Lynn Thomas approaches transformation, community, and consciousness in this insightful conversation. Listen in for unique perspectives on vulnerability, leadership, and the power of the unknown.

Is It Time We Institute A New Form Of National Service?

Is It Time We Institute A New Form Of National Service?

by | May 12, 2026 | ,

In the face of deepening divisions, rising geopolitical threats, and a crisis of resilience among our youth, could national service be the answer? From NATO’s stark warnings about Russian aggression to the breakdown of social cohesion in Western democracies, the arguments for reintroducing mandatory national service — military or otherwise — are more compelling than ever. It would force people from all walks of life to work side by side, build psychological hardiness, and rediscover a sense of earned pride in their country. In the words of JFK: ask not what your country can do for you…

From Design Mantras to Cultural Insights Olivier Hinton’s Approach to Meaningful Innovation (MDE654)

From Design Mantras to Cultural Insights Olivier Hinton’s Approach to Meaningful Innovation (MDE654)

by | May 10, 2026 | , , , , , , ,

Minter Dial welcomes Olivier Hinton to discuss innovation, design, and the challenges companies face in embracing change. Drawing from experience across France, the UK, and Italy, Olivier Hinton explains why “thinking in a bigger box” often outpaces the traditional “think outside the box” mantra. They explore the critical roles of company culture, AI’s impact on customer insights, and the balance between creativity and commercial viability. Discover why understanding both structure and symbolism is essential in product design, and how genuine innovation requires more than just following KPIs or chasing rapid returns.

Growing the Game: Nick Baker on Padel Clubs, Juniors, and Tournaments in the UK (JOPS04E08)

Growing the Game: Nick Baker on Padel Clubs, Juniors, and Tournaments in the UK (JOPS04E08)

by | May 6, 2026 | , ,

This episode of the JOY OF PADEL features Nick Baker in conversation with a dynamic UK club owner whose racket sport journey evolved from squash and real tennis to padel entrepreneurship. They delve into the joy and challenges of transitioning skills across racquet sports, the addictive tactics of padel doubles, and what makes the sport irresistibly social. The episode offers insights into building vibrant padel communities and the growth of UK tournaments and junior programs.

Key points:

Padel’s accessibility and fun community drive its rapid UK expansion.

Smart club initiatives foster diversity, skills, and grassroots passion for padel.

Behind the Curtain: Julia Burbach on Creativity, Risk, and Teamwork in Opera Direction (MDE653)

Behind the Curtain: Julia Burbach on Creativity, Risk, and Teamwork in Opera Direction (MDE653)

by | May 3, 2026 | , , , ,

On this episode of Minter Dialogue, Julia Burbach—an acclaimed scenic director in opera—shares insights into the blend of artistry, leadership, and diplomacy required to bring grand productions to life. From her personal journey navigating risk, creativity, and collaboration, to the importance of team dynamics and the evolving world of opera, Julia offers a compelling look behind the scenes. Perfect for those curious about the power of imagination, emotional intelligence, and international experience in the performing arts.

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I’m Minter Dial and I serve my clients by elevating the debate and energy, telling powerful stories and connecting people and ideas. My mission to insert more meaningfulness into our lives and at work. I relish being an engaging professional speaker on leadership, transformation and branding. I’m known for being someone who walks the talk and delivers on or above expectations. I’m the author of four award-winning books, including the second edition of my award-winning book, Heartificial Empathy (April 2023, available in English and French), You Lead published by Kogan Page that won the Business Book Award 2022, and Futureproof (FT-Press/Pearson) that won the Business Book Award 2018. I’m also the producer of the award-winning WWII book and documentary film The Last Ring Home.

My last major published project was Dialogos, Fostering More Meaningful Conversations that was published weekly via Substack, over 79 weeks. I am currently working on a new book, The Avatar Trap.  

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