Padel Stories

It’s time for a Padel debrief. Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Dooley , a new exciting weekly podcast (part of the Sofa Stories podcast family) discussing all the juicy bits of the fastest growing sport in the world . Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport .. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for the sport. She is a regular at many of the clubs in the North-West and is a real advocate too of the Padel scene at her 2nd home in Tenerife! We will be inviting onto the pod a wonderful mix of guests who talk of their love of Padel and what it means to them and the impact it has on their lives. Nick and Jen will also be doing a cheeky magazine style show aptly named ‘t

Padel Stories is a sports podcast hosted by Jen Dooley & Nick Bianchi, with 67 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jen Dooley & Nick Bianchi hosts Padel Stories, a sports show with 67 episodes published.

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  Episode #66

  Sci-MX Padel Series (Manchester) Special

  Aug 12, 202623 minS1

  This Episode is brought to you by Padel Sans Frontieres, leading après padel lifestyle and apparel brand. NB is joined again by great friend of the show and ‘Bake off, The Professionals’ very own Oli the Choc, who stepped in as guest presenter for this special edition of Padel Stories . Organised by friends Sandy Chadha, Ed Rowlinson and Javi Garrido, the SCI-MX Padel Series brought together an incredible lineup featuring World No. 1 Agustín Tapia, Tolito Aguirre, Federico Chingotto, Juan Lebrón, Leandro Augsburger, former World No. 1s, and around 20 of the world’s top players. It was, without question, the most prestigious padel event ever staged in the UK. Nick and Oli pick the bones out of an incredible two days, breaking down all the action, the biggest moments and what the event could mean for the future of British padel. Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for the sport. She is a regular at many of the clubs in the North-West and is a real advocate too of the Padel scene at her 2nd home in Tenerife! We will be inviting onto the pod a wonderful mix of guests who talk of their love of Padel and what it means to them and the impact it has on their lives. Nick and Jen will also be doing a cheeky magazine style show aptly named ‘the tiebreak’!! You know how we do… let’s get into it! NB and JD xx Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/padelstoriespodcast?igsh=N2k1cTBjNXlycHVq

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  Episode #65

  London Premier Padel P1 Special

  Aug 7, 202635 minS1

  NB is joined by great friend of the show, Oli the Choc, who steps in as guest presenter for this special edition of Padel Stories . They chat about Nick’s visit to the Premier Padel P1 at Olympia, London, from the incredible atmosphere and world-class action on court to the overall experience of the biggest padel event to hit the UJ. Nick shares his stories, highlights and favourite moments from the tournament. Oli also talks about his appearance on Channel 4’s Bake Off: The Professionals and how the experience has opened the door to so many exciting new opportunities. But despite a busy schedule, padel remains front and centre of his fitness regime, alongside his other passion, running. A special episode bringing together world-class padel, chocolate, running and plenty of stories from London P1! We hope you enjoy NB & Choc xx Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for the sport. She is a regular at many of the clubs in the North-West and is a real advocate too of the Padel scene at her 2nd home in Tenerife! We will be inviting onto the pod a wonderful mix of guests who talk of their love of Padel and what it means to them and the impact it has on their lives. Nick and Jen will also be doing a cheeky magazine style show aptly named ‘the tiebreak’!! You know how we do… let’s get into it! NB and JD xx Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/padelstoriespodcast?igsh=N2k1cTBjNXlycHVq

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  Episode #64

  Global Spotlight Series: Padel in South Africa

  Aug 5, 202623 minS1

  In this episode of the Padel Global Spotlight Series , NB sits down with Jean-Luc Johnstone , a passionate and authentic voice in South Africa’s padel community and founder of Pointless Padel. Jean-Luc shares the remarkable growth of padel across South Africa since 2019, where the sport has expanded rapidly to hundreds of courts nationwide and continues to attract players of all ages and abilities. We explore the country’s thriving padel culture, the key hubs driving the sport including Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Port Elizabeth) and what makes the South African community so unique. We also discuss the recent P1 tournament in Pretoria , the momentum it has created for the sport, and why South Africa is emerging as one of the most exciting padel markets in the world. We hope you enjoy NB & Jen xx Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for the sport. She is a regular at many of the clubs in the North-West and is a real advocate too of the Padel scene at her 2nd home in Tenerife! We will be inviting onto the pod a wonderful mix of guests who talk of their love of Padel and what it means to them and the impact it has on their lives. Nick and Jen will also be doing a cheeky magazine style show aptly named ‘the tiebreak’!! You know how we do… let’s get into it! NB and JD xx Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/padelstoriespodcast?igsh=N2k1cTBjNXlycHVq

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  Episode #63

  The Biggest Private Padel Showdown Ever!

  Jul 19, 202624 minS1

  In this episode, Jen and Nick discuss what promises to be the biggest private padel event ever held in the UK. Organised by friends Sandy Chadha, Ed Rowlinson and Javi Garrido, the SCI-MX Padel Series comes to Manchester on 10th and 11th August 2026 . The event will bring together an incredible lineup featuring World No. 1 Agustín Tapia, Tolito Aguirre, Federico Chingotto, Juan Lebrón, Leandro Augsburger, former World No. 1s, and around 20 of the world’s top players. It’s shaping up to be one of the most exciting and prestigious padel events ever staged in the UK. We’re also delighted to announce that Padel Stories will be there as the official podcast partner, bringing you all the action and behind-the-scenes stories from this landmark event. Jen also shares details of her upcoming Padel & Pilates event on 23rd September , hosted in collaboration with Jo Hoddes, the Women’s Health Club, and Ground by Studio Thirty Four Pilates. Enjoy! Jen & Nick xx Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for the sport. She is a regular at many of the clubs in the North-West and is a real advocate too of the Padel scene at her 2nd home in Tenerife! We will be inviting onto the pod a wonderful mix of guests who talk of their love of Padel and what it means to them and the impact it has on their lives. Nick and Jen will also be doing a cheeky magazine style show aptly named ‘the tiebreak’!! You know how we do… let’s get into it! NB and JD xx Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/padelstoriespodcast?igsh=N2k1cTBjNXlycHVq

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  Episode #61

  Building the Game: Paul Mcilwraith, Co Founder Portico Sport UK

  Jun 24, 202624 minS1

  In this episode of Padel Stories 🎙️, our very own Nick Bianchi sits down with Paul Mcilwraith , Co-Founder and Director of PORTICO SPORT UK, one of the leading global padel court installation companies and a key player in the sport’s rapid growth. Paul has been involved in padel since living in Spain in the mid-2000s, where he first discovered and fell in love with the sport while working as a commercial pilot. Spotting its potential long before the UK padel boom, he later pivoted into the industry and helped deliver courts and facilities across the country. Through his work with Portico, Paul has played a key role in the growth of British padel, earning a reputation as one of the sport’s original pioneers. We hope you enjoy.. Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for the sport. She is a regular at many of the clubs in the North-West and is a real advocate too of the Padel scene at her 2nd home in Tenerife! We will be inviting onto the pod a wonderful mix of guests who talk of their love of Padel and what it means to them and the impact it has on their lives. Nick and Jen will also be doing a cheeky magazine style show aptly named ‘the tiebreak’!! You know how we do… let’s get into it! NB and JD xx Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/padelstoriespodcast?igsh=N2k1cTBjNXlycHVq

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