Claim OwnershipThe Sweet Spot: An UpDog Podcast
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This podcast is dedicated to the sport of disc dogging. The hosts, Andrea Morrissette and Jack Fahle both have been competing in the sport at a high level for well over a decade. Each episode includes a guest to discuss a hot topic. Although many discussions focus on UpDog games, the discussions are very relevant to the general sport of disc dogging and the games of other organizations. New episodes drop every Tuesday.
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Dre, 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
Dre and Jack discuss upcoming events, what they've been up to the past month, and whether or not your dog should look at you?
Dre 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.
Join 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!
Jack 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.
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.
Dre and Jack talk about some upcoming events, Fireball strategies, a potential new timer, and nut sacs.
Join 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.
Our 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.
The 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.
The 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.
Dre 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.
In 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?
This 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?
Ever 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.
Ever 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.
Find 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.
Dre, 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.
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.
Part 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.
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This is a great podcast! I always enjoy listening. It’s interesting and informative, and I always come away with something new to think about