Table Tennis Talk

Table Tennis Talk

Table Tennis Talk is a podcast where we talk about table tennis! From the professionals and tournaments to techniques for improving your game and getting the best equipment. We don't care if you call it Ping Pong or Table Tennis, everyone is welcome!

Episodes

March 8, 2021 56 mins
In this month’s episode of Table Tennis Talk, we cover the All Japan 2021 tournament and Ryan’s first tournament in VR with Eleven Table Tennis VR. Then we profile notable Black US Table Tennis players including George Braithwaite, Norman Bass Jr, Jennifer Johnson, and Marcus Jackson. Send us questions on Facebook (Table Tennis Talk podcast) or on Twitter @TTTalkPodcast. Podcast editing: Sherry Anne Luna New York Times Arti...
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In this episode of Table Tennis Talk, we wrap up 2020 with some of the most anticipated tournaments of the year, the ITTF Finals and WTT Macao. This is the first WTT event and gives us a lot to look forward to next year. We also talk about the exciting new virtual reality table tennis game, Eleven table tennis. And finally, we want to wish all of our listeners happy holidays. Thanks so much for your support this year. Show Note Li...
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In this episode of Table Tennis Talk, we finally get back to international table tennis competition with the Women's and Men's World Cups. We talk about how players fared after having most of the year off, and all the new serves that players have cooked up. Show Note Links: WTT Macao -- https://worldtabletennis.com/event-details?lang=eng Lily Zhang v Feng Tianwei (Women's World Cup R16) -- https://youtu.be/UC56XI...
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October 13, 2020 47 mins
In this episode of Table Tennis Talk, we talk about exciting new tournaments in Table Tennis, like the 2020 Chinese Nationals and the Japan All Star Dream Match. Also, we catch up on the Dusseldorf Masters and Joey has a some new Table Tennis rules his Granny taught him. Show Note Links: Japanese All Star Dream Match (full) -- https://youtu.be/deaai6xDCFs 2020 Chinese Nationals Playlist -- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list&#...
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In this episode of Table Tennis Talk, we talk about all the world Table Tennis events that are finally starting back up, such as the World Cups and the Thursday Night Live T2 Challenge. Also, Joey has a new Table Tennis student to talk about. Show Note Links: Women's World Cup Players List -- https://www.ittf.com/?media-alias=b6e8bbb91115f2eb023b Men's World Cup Players List -- https://www.ittf.com/?media-alias=...
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In this episode of Table Tennis Talk, we talk about how to get into Table Tennis! No matter your level, there’s tons of great info here for beginners and beyond. Joining us is Leanne Kidd, a hardbat player who also runs the Orem Table Tennis club. We cover everything from finding a club, choosing your first equipment, and what to expect from your first tournament. Show Note Links: Joey's Table Tennis Junkie YouTube Channel -...
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In this episode of Table Tennis Talk, we speak to Adam Bobrow, the infamous commentator for ITTF, about life during coronavirus, how he knows everything, and the beauty of the game. Also, finally some news about tournaments and getting back to playing table tennis! Show Note Links: Joey's Table Tennis Junkie YouTube Channel -- www.youtube.com/channel/UCAbAWQx1_hEDTj2N6yTtm9Q Adam Bobrow's YouTube Channel -- https://www.y...
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In this episode of Table Tennis Talk, we speak to Kanak Jha about his time in the Bundesliga, life during the pandemic, and his appearance on the Voice. Also, a review of Ping Pong Diplomacy and more weird Japanese Table Tennis manga! Show Note Links: The Tables Documentary -- https://www.jonbunning.com/the-tables Ping Pong Diplomacy -- https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17570736-ping-pong-diplomacy Ping Pong: The Manga -- htt...
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In this episode of Table Tennis Talk, we interview Samson Dubina about hear how he's dealing with Coronavirus, writing a new book, and growing a Table Tennis club. Also Joey's Coaching Corner and a very Russian Weird World of Table Tennis! Show Note Links: Free Print-n-play Board Game -- https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/255360/bargain-basement-bathysphere World Table Tennis -- www.worldtabletennis.com Joola Medical -...
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In this episode of Table Tennis Talk, we take a deep dive into Joey's amazing career in Table Tennis. Also Joey's Coaching Corner and a Real Housewife Weird World of Table Tennis! Show Note Links: Joey's Table Tennis Junkie YouTube Channel -- www.youtube.com/channel/UCAbAWQx1_hEDTj2N6yTtm9Q Opening Music - Ben Bada Boom - Blossom Closing Music - No Spirit & sitting duck - Plant A Tree Music courtesy of Chillhop R...
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In this episode of Table Tennis Talk, we discuss the impacts to the table tennis world from the coronavirus pandemic. We also cover the Hungarian Open, Qatar Open, and the US Olympic Trials. Also a T-League Update, Joey's Coaching Corner, and a documental Weird World of Table Tennis! Show Note Links: Revolda CNF Blade Preview -- https://butterflyonline.com/revoldia-cnf-a-category-creator/ Finnish Championships Men's Fina...
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In this episode of Table Tennis Talk, we discuss the new Dignics 09C, the US Olympic Trials, and the World Team Olympic Qualifications. We also cover the monumental German Open, Japan Nationals, and the Pan Am and Europe Top 16 Cups. Also a T-League Update, Joey's Coaching Corner, and a bizarre Weird World of Table Tennis! Show Note Links: ITTF Report on Japan Nationals -- https://www.ittf.com/2020/01/29/japan-national-champi...
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February 4, 2020 65 mins
In this bonus episode of Table Tennis Talk, we interview the great Dan Seemiller, 5x US Mens Singles Champion and Olympic Coach, about his fascinating life at the top of Table Tennis. We also discuss his current training regimen as he tries out to represent the USA at the Olympics in 2020! Show Note Links: Dan Seemiller's 2020 Olympics GoFundMe Page -- https://www.gofundme.com/f/dan-seemiller039s-2020-olympic-preparation Ame...
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In this episode of Table Tennis Talk, we discuss the drama between the USOPC and USATT, the Japan Top 12 and Marvelous 12, the World Tour Grand Finals, and some great new tech from ITTF. Also a T-League Update, Joey's Coaching Corner, and finally our favorite moments of 2019 and predictions for 2020! Show Note Links: Joey vs. Oscar Birriel @ US Open 2019 -- https://youtu.be/i9O998-FQQs Hawk-Eye Technology -- https://yout...
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In this episode of Table Tennis Talk, we talk about the Men's World Cup, the Junior World Championships and the suspension of a rising star at the Austrian Open. Also a Who's Who with the winner of the Women Junior World Championships final, a T-League Update, Joey's Coaching Corner, and the weirdest Weird World of Table Tennis yet! Show Note Links: Joey vs Sharon Alguetti - South Shore Open Semifinals -- https://yout...
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November 17, 2019 71 mins
In this episode of Table Tennis Talk, we talk about the Women's and Team World Cup, including Lily Zhang's fantastic results and some surprising upsets from the US teams. Also a Who's Who with the South Korean Men's Team, T-League Update, Joey's Coaching Corner, and a very weird Weird World of Table Tennis. Show Note Links: Dignics 64 -- https://shop.butterflyonline.com/dignics-64-dig64p T-League -- tleague.j...
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In this episode of Table Tennis Talk, we cover the USA Table Tennis Team after their decisive victories at the Olympic Team Trials. Also the German and Swedish Opens, Joey's Coaching Corner, and the Weird World of Table Tennis. Show Note Links: Dignics 64 Preorder: -- https://shop.butterflyonline.com/dignics-64-dig64p Dignics 80 Preorder: -- https://shop.butterflyonline.com/dignics-80-dig80p North America Olympic Team Trial...
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In this episode of Table Tennis Talk, we try to tackle the impressive amount of tournaments from the last month. Also a T-League update, our new segment Who's Who, Joey's Coaching Corner, and the Weird World of Table Tennis. Show Note Links: SmashStreet TTX in Denver -- https://youtu.be/kabjvfU6Afw Mitten Ping Pong Paddles -- https://www.amazon.com/Sport-Squad-Brodmann-Tennis-Racket/dp/B00NXQGO6M/ 2019 Para Pan Am Games...
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In this episode of Table Tennis Talk, we talk with former US nationals team member and head of the El Paso Table Tennis Club, Dan Seemiller Jr. Also Ultimate Table Tennis, T-League 2019, the Chinese Nationals, Joey's Coaching Corner, and the Weird World of Table Tennis. Show Note Links: Revelations of a Ping-Pong Champion by Danny Seemiller Sr. -- https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/32167487-revelations-of-a-ping-pong-champio...
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In this episode of Table Tennis Talk, we discuss the Korea Open, the US Nationals, and discuss what is needed to improve tournaments in the USA. Also Joey's Coaching Corner, the Point of the Month, and the Weird World of Table Tennis. Show Note Links: Desktop Table Tennis for Nintendo Switch -- https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/desktop-table-tennis-switch/ US Nationals Finals -- https://youtu.be/2pDOoJdJYuE Point of the...
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