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The Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastEpisode 2026: 7 - Freestyle Skills: ThrowingThe Freestyle Skills episodes continue. Next, Dre and Jack dig into two skills in the Human category: Throw Diversity and Difficulty and Throw Placement and Flight. Listen in to find out what the judges are looking for in these two skill sub-categories and what you can do to Find Your Points!
2026-02-1742 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastEpisode 2026: 6 - Training Tips: Multiple DiscsDre and Jack discuss strategies they have used to help dogs (and their owners) struggling to play with multiple discs. Listen in and share your own successful methods in the comments below. This is a can't miss episode!
2026-02-1050 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastEpisode 2026: 5 - Freestyle Rule UpdatesDre and Jack go through the changes to the Freestyle rules beginning February 2026. This is a can't miss episode.
2026-02-0344 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastEpisode 2026: 4 - What Up in the World of DiscDogging? - Feb. 2026Dre and Jack run down upcoming events, seminars, training, and hot topics in the month of January/February. The topic of borrowed dogs comes up again as this has come up again on the DiscDog discussions page. Jack and Dre don't hold back and give their hot takes on the subject. This is a can't miss episode.
2026-01-2743 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastEpisode 2026: 2 - New Year: Looking ForwardDre and Jack discuss their discdog training goals and what they are looking forward to in 2026. Also, stay tuned until the end of the episode as we debut a new SweetSpot jingle. This one was created by the very talented Michael Borts who sings our national anthems at UPDIF. It is very fitting that this week we discuss our dreams for 2026. When you here the song, it will all make sense
2026-01-1332 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastEpisode 2026:1 - New Rules, New Games: 2026Dre and Jack go over the new game rules template for release in January 2026. Additionally, they announce a new games contest and beta testing period. Tune in for all the details on how to both submit and beta test the new games.
2026-01-0635 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastManaging a High Drive Pack: Guest - Sara BrueskeJack shares how some changes in his pack really threw off the dynamics. Andrea and professional dog trainer, Sara Brueske, help Jack understand what might be happening with the pack and share a number of strategies for managing a high drive pack with lots of energy. This is a can't miss episode!
2025-12-3046 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastFreestyle Skills: Tempo and FlashDre and Jack begin their new Freestyle Skills Series where they select one or two judged skill categories from the game of Freestyle and discuss them. During the discussion Dre and Jack discuss what the judges are looking for in the skill categories of flash and tempo, discuss examples of each, and how players might improve their scores in these skill categories. This is a can't miss episode!
2025-12-2338 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastThe DiscDog Tracker App: Guest - Daniel BeneDre and Jack talk with Daniel about the DiscDog tracker app that allows you to view your UpDog game data easily and neatly on your phone. Track multiple teams at the same time! Daniel talks about what makes this new update better than the original version and shares his thoughts on future updates. If you don't have this app, download it now! Stay tuned at the end for a hot discussion on Oreo balls! This is a can't miss episode.
2025-12-1633 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastWinter is Coming: Guest - Jess Kittredge NguyenJoin Dre, Jack, and guest Jess Kittredge Nguyen on a lively discussion about winter training activities and how to stay warm while doing them. This is a can't miss episode.
2025-12-1637 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastWhat Up? - December 2025What's up in the world of UpDog and Disc Dogging in the month of December? Dre and Jack give a quick run down of upcoming events to close out the year, some cool tech updates, and they introduce Bottom Stamp Buddies! (patent pending). This is a can't miss episode!
2025-12-0143 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastFreestyle Crown 2025: Judges ReflectionsThe online Freestyle Crown competition is bigger than ever in 2025 with over 140 teams. The judging for the criterion round is complete and Dre and Jack explain the scoring rubric used and discuss their observations and experiences through the process. This is a can't miss episode!
2025-11-251h 02The Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastThe Youth are Taking Over! - Macee Aumack and Finn ProctorDre and Jack are joined by Macee Aumack and Finn Proctor to discuss their experience at the AKC UpDog Invitational. Both young competitors found great success at the event, finding the podium with multiple dogs. Listen in to hear the behind the scenes details you won't hear on the ESPN show.
2025-11-2557 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastPushing Boundaries in Freestyle: Guest - Rae BaierCreative Freestyler, Rae Baier joins Dre and Jack to discuss pushing boundaries in the game of Freestyle. The discussion explains what it means to push the boundaries, why it's important to do so, and tackles the question of whether or not players who are pushing boundaries get rewarded enough. This is a can't miss episode!
2025-11-181h 08The Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastMy First Disc Dog CompetitionDre and Jack discuss why you should even go to a competition, what to bring, what games to play, etc. This is a great episode to save the link and pass it on to those beginner teams or that friend that hasn't yet pulled the trigger on going to their first event. We hope you enjoy listening in. This is a can't miss episode!
2025-11-1144 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastFreestyle Crown 2025: Judges ReflectionsThe online Freestyle Crown competition is bigger than ever in 2025 with over 140 teams. The judging for the criterion round is complete and Dre and Jack explain the scoring rubric used and discuss their observations and experiences through the process. This is a can't miss episode!
2025-11-041h 02The Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastThe Disc Dog Deck V2: Ben MorenThis is a revised version (audio intro) of Tuesday's episode. If you already listened to "The Disc Dog Deck" episode, this is a repeat.Join Dre and Jack as they welcome their guest Ben Moren. Ben is an UpDogger who has created a unique invention that is sure to make the job of running timers at your event a whole lot simpler. Ben is the developer of the Disc Dog Deck. Listen in to find out why you need this device and how to get it.
2025-10-3037 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastThe Disc Dog Deck: Guest - Ben MorenJoin Dre and Jack as they welcome their guest Ben Moren. Ben is an UpDogger who has created a unique invention that is sure to make the job of running timers at your event a whole lot simpler. Ben is the developer of the Disc Dog Deck. Listen in to find out why you need this device and how to get it.
2025-10-2837 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastCatch is King Pt.1 - Ben RimbeyWow, this one goes off the rails! Dre and Jack are joined by Inspire Dog Podcast host Ben Rimbey to talk about success in the game of Freestyle. Lots of interesting tangents taken here that will surely lead to future, connected episodes. Listen in as the trio discuss different types of discs and their possible impact on catching/success.
2025-10-2157 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastUPDIF Sponsor Spotlight: LubriSynHA Family of ProductsLubriSynHA Family of Products was one of our Unobtanium sponsors for UPDIF 2024. Dre and Jack are joined by Lauren Fraizer, of LubriSyn, to discuss the origins and benefits of LubriSyn Hyluronic Acid. It gets interesting as Jack and Dre both share personal success stories with the product. This is a can't miss episode.
2025-10-1431 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastBuilding a Freestyle Routine? - Play Some Games!Dre and Jack discuss how to get started building a Freestyle routine by using UpDog games and patterns as the foundation for your sequences. Listen in and take notes on how to build your first three Freestyle sequences! Do it!
2025-10-0744 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastWhat Up? - October 2025Listen in as Dre and Jack give a rundown of events happening in October and also discuss some hot topics from the discussion pages. Hot topics: Borrowed Dogs? Getting in Shape for our Dogs
2025-09-3050 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastTracking and Collection: Dre and JackIs your dog running past your discs instead of slowing down and making the catch? Listen in to this episode to learn what Dre and Jack have to say about helping our dogs make the catch!
2025-09-2355 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastFreestyle Invitational 2025Dre, Kat, and Jack discuss the upcoming Freestyle Invitational. Kat shares logistical info, Dre explains how the idea of the Freestyle Invitational came to be, and Jack laments his absence of an invite. If you are thinking of attending or just a Freestyle fan, this is a can't miss episode.Related: The episode: Big Freestyle Changes
2025-09-1639 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastWhat Up - September 2025Dre and Jack discuss upcoming events, what they've been up to the past month, and whether or not your dog should look at you?
2025-09-0952 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastFind Your Freestyle PointsDre and Jack discuss the concept of "Find Your Points" in the context of Freestyle. Every dog and every player has unique skills and limitations. How you leverage these opposing attributes results in awarded points. This is a can't miss episode.
2025-09-0255 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastUPDIF 2025 Champions: 4WP - Lydia BrewerJoin Dre and Jack as they interview the UPDIF 2025 4-Way Play Champion, Lydia Brewer. Lydia shares her game strategies and some training tips. Dre brings Freestyle up every five minutes and Jack shares his personal stories of failure with 4WP. You don't want to miss this episode!
2025-08-2638 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastFreestyle FlippingJack and Dre dig deep on the topic of flipping. Why do it? What types of flips are there? How do you teach a flip? When should you start teaching a flip to your dog (Don't listen to Jack). This is a can't miss episode.
2025-08-1956 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastLefty Disadvantage?Dre and Jack discuss the UD strategy games and whether or not Lefty players have a disadvantage. Perhaps, maybe even an advantage in some games. This episode is approved for both lefty and righty players.
2025-08-1256 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastWhat Up? in the Disc Dog/UpDog World: August 2025Dre and Jack talk about some upcoming events, Fireball strategies, a potential new timer, and nut sacs.
2025-08-0547 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastK9 Gut Health: Renee' BaraschDre and I discuss the importance of a healthy gut for our pups and for ourselves with the Tummywhisperer, Renee' Barasch. She provides a wealth of knowledge about positive actions we can take for our K9s and ourselves. We hope you learn as much as we did!
2025-07-151h 03The Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastUPDIF Champions 2025: Time Warp - Zach PerlmutterJoin Dre and I as we interview UPDIF 2025 Time Warp Champion, Zach Perlmutter. Zach gives us multiple insights into his strategies and practice secrets. If you want to shave a few seconds off your Time Warp runs, don't miss this episode.
2025-07-0835 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastWhat Up? July 2025Our monthly update episode featuring segments keeping you up to date with the "Hot Topics" in the UpDog and Disc Dog world. This month, Dre and I chat about a new disc approved for UpDog play, troubles with pre-jumping, upcoming contests, the current status of fireflies and much, much, more. Stay up to date with this can't miss episode.
2025-06-3050 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastNutrition for Active Sport Dogs: Guest - Dr. RuthAnn LobosDr. RuthAnn Lobos DVM, CCRT, CVAT joins Dre and Jack to discuss nutrition for our active sport dogs. RuthAnn breaks down nutrition essentials for sport dogs, shares opinions on supplements in general, and shares what we should be doing to prepare our pups for competition day. This is a can't miss episode. Follow Dr. RuthAnn Lobos at https://www.instagram.com/petvetruthann/
2025-06-2444 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastUPDIF Champions: Far Out - Finn ProctorThe second episode in our UPDIF Champions series. Listen in as Finn Proctor discusses his love of throwing distance, his opinions on rollers and flyers, and colorful dyed discs.
2025-06-1732 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastDog Training, Podcasts, and Flowers: Guest - Ben RimbeyThe man, the myth Ben Rimbey joins Dre and Jack for an engaging conversation covering disc, dog training, podcasts, and flowers. This is a can't miss episode.
2025-06-101h 00The Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastUPDIF 2025 Champions: 7UP - Carly TreinenDre and Jack interview Carly Treinen, the UPDIF 2025 Champion in 7Up. Listen in as Carly breaks down the morning of her championship run, game strategies, and thoughts on 7Up Level 2.
2025-06-0332 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastWhat Up? - June 2025In this "What's Up?" episode Jack and Dre cover the hot topics from various disc dogging discussion pages including the UpDog Discussion Page. Find out the latest about Zig Zags, Fireball, and thigh protection?
2025-05-2756 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastGreedy: Origin StoryThis week, Dre, Kat, and Jack discuss the origins of the game, Greedy. Listen in to find out all the details on Greedy and Pat Sajak's drinking?
2025-05-2040 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastSurvey Says? - UPDIF 2025 - Part 2Ever wonder what the results of the attendees' UPDIF survey are? Ever wonder what the UpDog team thinks about the results or how the data transfers to actions? Check out this episode to get a behind the scenes, unfiltered look.
2025-05-1654 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastSurvey Says? - UPDIF 2025 - Part 1Ever wonder what the results of the attendees' UPDIF survey are? Ever wonder what the UpDog team thinks about the results or how the data transfers to actions? Check out this episode to get a behind the scenes, unfiltered look.
2025-05-1349 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastWhat Up? - May 2025Find out what is happening in the world of UpDog and beyond. Dre and Jack provide a wrap up of discdogging hot topics from the month of April! Listen in to stay up to date.
2025-05-0640 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastFreestyle: Big ChangesDre, Jack, and Kat unite again to discuss some big changes to UpDog Freestyle at UPDIF, performance round adjustments for judges, and a whole new event focused on the Freestyle Showcase.
2025-04-2945 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastUPDIF: Spring or Fall?Dre, Kat, and Jack share why the UD team is investigating moving UPDIF to a different time of the year and what logistics might be involved in such a move. This was a hot topic on the discussion page after the survey question was included in the UPDIF 2025 survey. Listen in and get all the deets.
2025-04-2245 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastUPDIF 2025: Founders' Reflections pt 2Part 2 of the Founders Reflections episode relives the longest Saturday in UPDIF history. Listen in to find out how everyone pulled together to make this day a success.
2025-04-1436 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastUPDIF 2025 Founders' ReflectionsWith all of the UPDIF 2025 chatter, Andrea, Kat and Jack get together to discuss their reflections on UPDIF 2025. This UPDIF was truly a special one. Listen in for all the details.
2025-04-1236 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastSeparation in Freestyle: Guest - Di Preat MattesonDre and Jack chat with guest, Di Preat Matteson about separation in Freestyle, how it helps in your scores, and how to start using it more. You gotta keep em seperated!
2025-04-081h 03The Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastUPDIF 2025: Final PrepCatch up with Dre, Kat, and Jack a week before UPDIF 2025 to hear about final prep, extracurricular ideas, and where to get answers to any of your UPDIF 2025 questions.
2025-03-2451 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastOrigin Story - Spaced OutDre and Kat quiz Jack on the origins of the 4th UpDog game, Spaced Out. From early rule adjustments to ongoing debates about the game, Dre, Kat, and Jack have a spirited conversation. Kat closes things out with the time warp challenge. This is a can't miss episode!
2025-03-1846 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastWhat Up? March 2025Dre and Jack conduct an information round up for all things disc dog related. This new, recurring, podcast theme combines "hot topics" from the different disc related discussion pages, upcoming competitions, seminars, etc. Stay informed on all trending topics by tuning in to the What Up? episodes!
2025-03-1156 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastTeam Spotlight: Steve ChasseOur inaugural "Team Spotlight" episode features one of the most decorated UpDog teams of all time: Steve Chasse and Jackson. Listen in as Steve shares he and Jackson's disc dog journey with us. Steve lets the listeners in on a few training tips as well and then takes on the podcast's "Time Warp Challenge".
2025-03-0445 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastUPDIF 2025: Eats and Awards BanquetsGet all the details on food trucks, banquets, and award nights coming up at UPDIF 2025 in Decatur, AL. Plus, listen to the end as Kat attempts the Time Warp challenge.
2025-02-2534 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastShow Life - Guest: Macee AumackDog Show Life! What's it like? Macee Aumack has spent the last three years of her life on the road performing across the United States. She most recently showcased her dogs at the Pro-Bowl in Orlando. Listen in as Macee tells us about the pros and cons of show life and how preparing for shows is different than preparing for competitions. This is a can't miss episode.
2025-02-1854 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastOrigin Story - Throw N GoIn this episode Andrea and Kat quiz Jack about the origins of the game, Throw N Go. Stay tuned until the end to hear about a possible new game. This is a can't miss episode!
2025-02-1137 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastThe 5 Stages of Hunting: Guest - Diane SmithWhat does hunting have to do with UpDog and Disc Dogging?
More than you think! Join Dre and Jack as they discuss
the 5 Stages of Hunting with Diane and how the stages connect to players competing in the sport of disc dogging.
This is a can't miss episode.
Check out this article on the 5 Stages of Hunting to get a more in depth understanding of the stages.
https://www.boone-crockett.org/five-stages-hunter-hunt-fair-chase
At what stage are you and your dog? At what stage would you like to be?
2025-02-0446 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastMental Management: Guest - Heather SumlinDo you struggle with the mental part of your game? Do things that went so well in practice seem to fall apart on the competition field? Join Dre and Jack as their guest Heather Sumlin, an expert in mental management, provides invaluable explanations, tips, and resources to help you take control of the mental part of your game.
2025-01-2857 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastFrizgility: Origin StoryListen in as, Kat, developer of Frizgility talks about the how and why of the origins of this popular game. Stay tuned to the end to help Kat and Jack solve a puppy problem.
2025-01-2246 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastUPDIF 2025 Q and AUPDIF 2025! Newbies and Veterans alike. This episode provides an overview of UPDIF 2025 and all the details on prepping for the event.
2025-01-1751 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog Podcast4 Way Play Origins
Dre and Kat host and Jack sits in as the guest to discuss the origins of the game 4-Way Play. What was the original name of the game? Who broke the score sheet? Where did the sugar rush come from? These questions and many more will be answered on the next episode of "The Sweet Spot".
2025-01-1448 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastHistory of UpDog pt 2, Guest Bryan Batchelder
Bryan Batchelder, one of the UpDog founders, discusses jumping off a hotel balcony as well as the origin of the Unobtanium Up. Jack and Kat divulge information that may very well put them on the run. Part 2 of the UpDog origin story is a wild one. Don't miss this episode.
2025-01-071h 04The Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastDiscDogging Safely: Guest - Kathy Topham DVM, CCRT, VSMT, CVMA
Dre and Jack are joined by Dr. Kathy Topham to discuss how to keep our dogs healthy and fit as we prepare for and play our dogs in the game of disc. So much good information in this episode. Don't miss it!
2024-12-3152 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastFreestyle Music Selections Pt. 2
Dre, Kat, and Jack pick up where they left off answering listener questions about Freestyle music selections. More death metal talk from Dre and Kat praises 80s music again (big surprise). This is a can't miss episode!
2024-12-2456 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastFreestyle Music Selections pt.1Listen in as Dre, Jack, and Kat respond to listener submitted questions about Freestyle music selections. What comes first, the music or the routine? What to do if someone else is using your music? Get answers to these and all your Freestyle music selection questions. This is a can't miss episode!
2024-12-1741 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastThe UpDog Origin Story Pt. 1
On this week's episode we invite Jason Rigler and Kat Fahle on to the podcast to tell us what they remember about the why and how of the UpDog beginnings. The is a can't miss episode!
2024-12-101h 02The Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastState/Province Championships Headed Your Way?!?
Who is the best Spaced Out player in your state? Freestyle? Far Out? Which club in your state/province has the most club members? Do you know UpDog players outside of your local club? Running a state/province/area championship event is a great way to bring UpDog lovers together for a weekend of fun. Learn about the UpDog Florida State Championship and how you could bring a similar event to your area.
2024-12-0331 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastState/Province Championships!
Who is the best UpDogger in your state? Who's got the most team spirit? What member in a neighboring club would make the perfect pairs partner for you? All these questions and more could be answered at the next state, province, or area championships!
What could these events look like and how can your club host? Get all the answers in this episode.
2024-12-0331 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastDisc Dog Foundations: Guest - Sara Brueske
WORDS ARE IMPORTANT!
This was one of the many important training tidbits discussed with our guest Sara Brueske on this episode. Sara shares her thoughts on the do's and don'ts of discdog foundation training. Whether you are working with a young dog or an older dog, these tips are essential. This is a can't miss episode!
2024-11-2656 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastRandom Freestyle Conversations with Dre and Two Jacks
Dre and Jack welcome guest Jack McCauley for some random conversations about Freestyle. This episode was recorded following Dre's visit to Europe to judge the EC and Jack's experiences at Skyhoundz' World Finals. The conversation focuses around judging and the importance of player feedback.
2024-11-1959 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastPairs 4 Way Play - Guest: Birgit Locklear
Birgit shares a little about her journey into disc and UpDog. Most of the conversation centers around pairs games and her dominating high score her and Doug Kurucz set playing Pairs 4 Way Play. This is a can't miss episode!
2024-11-1241 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastFreestyle Crown Judges Reflections pt. 3: Tracy Custer
Dre and Jack are lucky enough to speak to Tracy about judging the Freestyle Crown, her thoughts on skills within the dog category, and ideas on how to set our dogs up for success as we train them for the game of disc. This is a can't miss episode!
2024-11-051h 02The Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastFreestyle Crown: Judges' Reflections pt.2Dre and Jack are back at it providing their thoughts on the Freestyle Crown judging. Gymnastics, Freestyle Skills, and Aliens are all part of the conversation. This is a can't miss episode.
2024-10-2923 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastFreestyle Crown: Judges Reflections
Real Talk with Dre and Jack. Our two hosts don't hold back as they reflect on their experiences as judges for the Freestyle Crown. What were their struggles as they judged over 120 teams? What patterns did they see in the teams they judged? How can you get better? It's all here in this can't miss episode.
2024-10-2239 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastFlash Interviews: Part 1Dre and I ask 5 pertinent questions to disc doggers around the world. Listen in to hear some surprising answers, inspiring answers, and a couple odd answers. This is a can't miss episode!
2024-10-1522 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastNew 2025 Game: Fireball - Guest Ben ShryockGet the lowdown on a new game, Fireball. Guest Ben Shryock was among the UpDoggers to beta test this new game as a player and judge at UpDog X. Listen in as he tells us his thoughts and lets us in on his strategy insights. This is a can't miss episode.
2024-10-0849 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastAKC Disc Dog Challenge - Guest: Megan Taris
At the 2024 AKC Disc Dog Challenge, Megan Taris took first place in both Freestyle and Women's Far Out. Listen in this week as Megan discusses how she got her start in disc, her training strategies, and tips for teams trying to improve their game. Another brief discussion about pickleball arises and Megan tries to complete the "Time Warp" challenge. This is a must see/hear episode!
2024-10-0132 minThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastTriple Crown 2024: All you need to know!Join Dre and Jess as they share all you need to know about the upcoming UpDog virtual freestyle competition, The Freestyle Crown. Important dates, where to post your video, judges, prizes; all the details will be revealed. This is a can't miss episode :)
2024-09-2420 min
The Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastTriple Crown - Special Guest: Lily Martinez
Join Dre and Jack with special guests Lily Martinez and Kat Fahle. Kat gives us all the details we need to know about running and playing in the Triple Crown event. Lily gives us top competitor feedback about the contest as well as tips for players looking to score big.
2024-09-2132 min
The Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastAKC Disc Dog Challenge: Freestyle/Far Out - Guest: Chris Knapp
Listen in as Dre and Jack chat with Chris Knapp, the winner of men's Far Out and the runner up in Freestyle at the latest AKC Disc Dog Challenge. Chris shares his thoughts on Freestyle, throwing long bombs, being on TV and pickleball?
2024-09-1933 min
The Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastRunning Special Events: Ken and Ashley MK
Looking for tips and ideas on how to make your UpDog event special? Listen in as Ken and Ashley share their thoughts on running big events and relive their latest special event, UpDog X, with Dre and Jack. Don't miss out on hearing about the U-Haul truck incident.
2024-09-1942 min
The Sweet Spot: An UpDog PodcastAKC Disc Dog Challenge: Caitlin Zilla
Caitlin Zilla took first place in both Time Warp and Frizgility at the 2024 AKC Disc Dog Challenge. Caitlin shares how she got started with UpDog and how her local club was a support for her along the way. She also has tips and encouragement for teams looking to improve their personal bests in both games. This is a don't miss episode.
2024-09-1730 min
Build Your SaaSThe gang goes to MontréalThe whole Transistor team got together for a retreat in Montréal. Jon, Justin, Helen, and Jason chat about the experience. What should we talk about next? Twitter: @buildyoursaas, @mijustin, @jonbuda, @jsonpearl, and @helenrylesLeave a review/comment on Podchaser; it's like Reddit, but for podcasts.Email us: support@transistor.fmThanks to our monthly supporters:Jason CharnesMitchell Davis from RecruitKit.com.auMarcel Fahle, wearebold.afAlex PayneBill CondoAnton Zorin from ProdCamp.comHarris Kenny, Intro CRM podcastOleg KulykEthan GundersonWard Sandler, MemberspaceRussell Brown, Photivo.comNoah PrailColin GrayAustin LovelessMichael SitverPaul Jarvis and Jack Ellis, FathomD...
2022-10-1844 min
Build Your SaaSJon & Justin reveal everything (part 2)It's the fourth anniversary of Transistor's public launch! This is part 2 of "Jon and Justin answer your questions."(00:37) - When did you start paying yourself how much you wanted to make?
(01:34) - Any broad advice for startups?
(11:38) - How did you decide on your tech stack?
(14:16) - How did you prioritize features?
(15:49) - Were you embarrased by the first version you shipped?
(17:48) - How did you decide on pricing?
(21:07) - How would you have found employees without your network?
(27:25) - Do you have more or less freedom or stress in your lives?
What should we...
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Build Your SaaSBootstrapping in France (Baptiste Jamin from Crisp)Baptiste Jamin co-founded Crisp with a friend he met in high school. Highlights (go straight to 🔥 for the best stuff):1:42 – Crisp competes with massive companies: Zendesk, HelpScout, Intercom2:52 – How did Crisp get started? (they started young!)4:40 – The key insight that lead them to start Crisp 🔥7:03 – "Being young and in France, how much did you know about the startup ecosystem?"9:39 – How they bootstrapped Crisp in their twenties 🔥12:52 – Market insights and how they found their first customers 🔥16:02 – How they got a surge of new customers 🔥22:39 – Why Crisp charges LESS than their competitors 🔥30:14 – What it's like to have a customer base that is comprised of m...
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Build Your SaaSWhat's it like getting acquired by Spotify? (Dave Zohrob from Chartable)Dave Zohrob is the co-founder of Chartable (a podcast analytics startup), talks about selling his company to Spotify in February 2022. Highlights (go straight to 🔥 for the best stuff):1:00 – What's the Spotify office in New York like?5:24 – Dave's first startup: he started an indie record label (Tellall Records)7:12 – Founding in Chartable in 20178:00 – Behind the scenes: talking to Chris Enns (our editor at Lemon Productions)9:50 – Dave's first business as a kid: publishing programming tutorials on the internet (Qbasic.com)12:25 – What made you want to make money on the internet?14:25 – Do all geeks have the intuition to start a business? (Justin...
2022-06-1455 minBuild Your SaaSGoing from $0 to $2 million in ARR in 7 years (the Missive story)Philippe Lehoux and his two co-founders started working on Missive around 2015, and just passed $2 million in annual recurring revenue.0:00 – Getting to know Philippe, and what it's like living in Quebec3:09 – How Missive got started: "how can we quickly collaborate on an email as a team?"8:15 – How they get most of their customers10:30 – How their first product (Conference Badge), funded the development of Missive13:55 – How the market dictates most of your success16:30 – How they deal with competitors28:00 – Another example: Crisp is competing head-to-head with Intercom30:25 – Why indie startups should compete on priceWhat should we talk about next?Twi...
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