Mark Hewlett, Founder and CEO of Soul Padel, shares his journey into the world of padel and the creation of his community-focused padel club concept. Discovering the sport in Portugal during a period of reflection, Mark was captivated by padel's unique ability to bring people together. Soul Padel aims to make the sport accessible and affordable, with a focus on building communities and engaging younger generations. Mark discusses the challenges of scaling while maintaining brand consistency, ...| Minter Dial
Gonzalo Lorenzo, a padel aficionado and YouTube sensation, shares his journey from aerospace engineering to becoming a full-time padel coach and content creator. He discusses the analytical approach he brings to padel, drawing parallels between engineering problem-solving and on-court strategies. Gonzalo offers insights into effective communication in padel partnerships, the importance of simplicity in gameplay, and how to handle challenging situations like being "fridged" during matches. He ...| Minter Dial
This podcast features a thought-provoking conversation between host Minter Dial and guest John Vervaeke, exploring the concept of meaning in modern life. Vervaeke, a cognitive scientist and philosopher, discusses the 'meaning crisis' - a widespread sense of disconnection and lack of purpose in society. He delves into topics such as the importance of wisdom, the nature of self, and the role of spirituality in addressing this crisis. The dialogue touches on historical perspectives, contemporary...| Minter Dial
This podcast explores leadership challenges in today's complex business environment. Will Linssen, author of "Triple Win Leadership Coaching," discusses the state of leadership, emphasizing that only 5-8% of leaders are considered effective. He delves into the impact of ego on leadership and the importance of humility. Linssen introduces his coaching methodology, focusing on co-creating change with coworkers and building trust. The conversation covers topics such as authenticity, transparency...| Minter Dial
The Padel Band promises to revolutionize your padel game with smart analytics and advanced tracking. But after a month-long delivery delay and unreliable performance, it fell far short of expectations. With 25% of my matches failing to record and vague explanations of shot analysis, the €154.99 gadget felt more like a prototype than a finished product. The concept is impressive—detailed stats, performance cards, and personalized feedback—but real-world execution lacks polish. Unless maj...| Minter Dial
Juan Martín Díaz, a former professional padel player, shares his journey from tennis to padel legend. He reveals anecdotes about the sport's beginnings, the evolution of the rules, and his unique playing style. Díaz offers a candid perspective on the importance of the relationship with one's partner on and off the court. He analyzes the current state of the professional circuit, discusses possible rule changes, and reflects on the future of padel, including its Olympic potential. The podca...| Minter Dial
Rob Mugglestone, author of "Beyond Marginal Gains," discusses high performance strategies in sports and business. He explores the limitations of traditional marginal gains approaches and introduces his OMIT and ATC models for accelerating improvement. Rob shares insights on prioritizing high-impact changes, distinguishing between optimal and maximal performance, and the importance of resilience in leadership. Using examples from sports and the music industry, he illustrates how unconventional...| Minter Dial
Discover the extraordinary journeys of Ukrainian opera singers Iurii Ivaskevich and Sergii Ivanchuk as they transition from the grand stages to the frontlines in defense of their country. In an inspiring interview, they recount their experiences during the early moments of Russia’s invasion, the life-changing events that followed—including severe injuries and months of recovery—and the critical role of the Cultural Forces initiative, founded by TV personality Mykolai Sierga. Cultural Fo...| Minter Dial
This podcast features an interview with Mikolai Sierga, founder of Cultural Forces, an organisation using art and culture to support Ukraine during the war. Sierga discusses how he joined the army, created Cultural Forces, and uses music and storytelling to connect with audiences worldwide. He shares experiences from performances in the US and Europe, highlighting the power of culture in conveying Ukraine's message and values. Key points: 1. Culture and art are powerful tools for sharing Ukra...| Minter Dial
At the midpoint of the 2025 women’s professional padel season, the sport is experiencing unprecedented global growth and fierce competition. The rivalry between Triay/Brea and Sánchez/Josemaría has defined the year’s major finals, while new partnerships like Araújo/Ustero are making headlines with breakthrough victories. Explore the latest FIP rankings, key tournament results, and the shifting dynamics among the world’s top 100 women’s padel players in this in-depth mid-season anal...| Minter Dial
Locked out of your own money by your bank? Discover one customer’s ordeal with Chase Bank’s excessive security measures, where a simple transaction turned into a nine-call marathon of verification loops and unresolved frustration. This story exposes how “security theatre” can undermine trust and customer satisfaction, leaving legitimate customers feeling powerless and unheard. If you’ve ever struggled with endless identity checks and robotic customer service, you’re not alone. Rea...| Minter Dial
Padel is booming in the UK, with nearly 900 courts and over 400,000 players as of 2024. Greater Manchester stands out as a regional leader—set to surpass 100 courts by 2025, including the North West’s largest padel hub. Yet, the sport’s rapid growth also highlights stark inequalities: affluent areas like Stockport and Trafford are well-served, while more than 1.3 million residents in boroughs such as Bolton and Salford have no local access. For padel to thrive as a truly inclusive commu...| Minter Dial
The Joy of Padel podcast, hosted by Minter Dial, a Padel tennis player since 1974, and sponsored by Padel1969, is an exhilarating show that delves into the captivating stories of notable Padel personalities worldwide. In its inaugural season, you'll be treated to exclusive anecdotes, valuable tips, and humorous moments shared by esteemed professional players, industry insiders, and passionate padel enthusiasts. With each season aligning with the pro tour, you can anticipate two engaging episo...| Minter Dial
This podcast features a conversation between host Minter Dial and guest Dan Docherty, exploring leadership, personal growth, and communication in business. Docherty shares insights from his journey from corporate executive to academic and consultant, emphasising the importance of understanding personal values and purpose in leadership. The discussion covers topics such as psychological safety, perspective-taking, and the balance between compliance and compassion in organisational cultures. Ke...| Minter Dial
Gen-AI and the Amazing Maze of Empathy explores the complex landscape of empathy definitions and its importance in our interconnected world. The authors, in collaboration with AI and empathy experts, propose a first principles definition of empathy comprising six core principles: experiential space holding, listening and reformulation, perspective-taking, transparency and intention, means to an end, and ethical considerations. This approach aims to break down empathy into discrete, programmab...| Minter Dial
The average lifespan of a publicly traded company continues to fall. Depending on who you listen to, the number is now below 18 years. That number has dropped from 61 in 1958 and 25 in 1980. That’s what was reported in this 2012 Innosight study. Richard Foster, a lecturer at the Yale School of Management, has declared...| Minter Dial
