Jul 29, 2026 · 18 min · 13 segments
*The Dink* is pickleball’s very funny new entry into the classic genre of sports comedies. In the new film, Jake Johnson stars as a washed-up tennis underachiever whose loyalties become divided after…
Linda HolmesHost
Aisha HarrisHost
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“Why pickleball feels inevitable after thirty-five.”
“Gene sums up the movie's joyful stupidity.”
“Linda breaks down the film's refreshing dynamic.”
“A quick, silly riff opens the chat.”
