The Planet Paintball Podcast

About The Planet Paintball Podcast

The Planet Paintball Podcast takes you deep into the world of paintball, connecting players and enthusiasts from around the globe. Each episode features interviews with paintball field owners and divisional players, sharing their stories, strategies, and perspectives. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a weekend warrior, this podcast brings the global paintball community closer together, one episode at a time.

Publisher

Hunter Patterson

Category

sports

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

17 Jan 2025

Latest episode

6 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

152 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   6 Oct 2026

   Ep. 150 - The State of Paintball Texas NXL Recap

   Is Paintball Losing Control? Hunter and Joshua Connelly sit down for a no-BS discussion about the current state of competitive paintball. They break down recent events, controversial penalties, inconsistent rule enforcement, sideline coaching, player conduct, injuries, roster changes, and the decisions that continue to shape the sport. The conversation also looks ahead to upcoming tournaments, team matchups, international competition, series points, league structure, and the future of player longevity. In this episode: Team performances and roster changes Rule enforcement and controversial penalties Sideline coaching and video evidence Player conduct and league discipline Injuries and team readiness International teams and global competition Series points and league structure Team mergers and roster moves Player longevity and the changing game Upcoming tournaments and predictions The future direction of competitive paintball From questionable calls to major roster changes, Hunter and Joshua take a hard look at where competitive paintball is right now — and where it could be headed. Are the rules being enforced consistently?

2. 

   24 Sept 2026

   Ep. 149 - Paul Binion - Did It Hurt Paintball

   In this episode of the Planet Paintball Podcast, Hunter sits down with Paul from Did it Hurt Paintball to talk about a paintball journey that started later in life and turned into a serious pursuit of competition, improvement, and community. We get into the realities of playing paintball as you get older, dealing with injuries, staying motivated, and continuing to challenge yourself. Didithurt also shares what he has learned from playing alongside and against high-level players and why mentorship, loyalty, and team culture matter. But this conversation goes beyond just playing the game. We talk about pit etiquette, sportsmanship, humility, paintball history, league structures, player development, and the importance of carrying yourself with class — both on and off the field. In this episode: Starting competitive paintball at 43 Learning from pro and semi-pro players The importance of pit etiquette Team culture and player loyalty The growth of West Coast paintball Balancing age, injuries, and competition Mental models for improvement Setting personal goals and continuing to push yourself The evolution of paintball technology and formats Why new players should learn paintball history Respecting the players who built the sport Learning from losses and playing against better competition How different formats develop different skills Humility, character, and sportsmanship The importance of mentorship and community Women making an impact in paintball The future of league structures and regional competition Supporting divisional players and growing the sport Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and guest background 00:13 - Episode overview 06:30 - How paintball changed his life at 43 14:04 - Influence of top players and mentors 21:58 - Pit etiquette and team culture 31:50 - Growth of West Coast paintball leagues 44:18 - Balancing age, injuries, and passion 53:13 - Loyalty, strategy, and mental models 58:47 - Personal goals and the desire to win 1:04:55 - The evolution of paintball technology 1:15:02 - Community, camaraderie, and the future 1:22:48 - West Coast, Texas, and Florida paintball 1:33:16 - Women making an impact in paintball 1:35:29 - Lessons from Alex Franze and character 1:39:56 - Learning from pro players and losses 1:50:02 - What different formats can teach you 1:53:17 - Playing against pros and embracing challenges 1:56:37 - Humility, respect, and community 2:04:24 - Professionalism and your legacy 2:10:02 - Maintaining class on and off the field 2:24:21 - Legendary players and memorable stories 2:31:04 - Handling losses with humility 2:38:21 - The future of paintball league organization 2:41:50 - League formats, relegation, and regional events 2:48:18 - Community, mentorship, and growth 2:56:39 - The role of divisional players 3:07:46 - Share your journey and learn from mistakes 3:19:44 - Closing remarks “Respect your history to grow.” “Carry yourself with class.” Paintball is bigger than winning a tournament. It's the people you learn from, the teams you build, the losses that make you better, and the way you carry yourself along the way. Subscribe to the Planet Paintball Podcast for more stories from the divisional pits, regional leagues, national events, and the people who make paintball what it is. #PlanetPaintballPodcast #Paintball #TournamentPaintball #WestCoastPaintball #PaintballHistory #PaintballCommunity #PaintballCulture #PlayerDevelopment #PaintballLife

3. 

   16 Sept 2026

   Ep. 148 Matthew from Wiles Media

   Episode 148 — From Player to Paintball Media: Matthew Wiles on Community, Content & Growth In Episode 148 of the Planet Paintball Podcast, Matthew Wiles joins Hunter to talk about his journey through paintball, regional competition, and becoming a media creator. We dive into the growth of paintball in Ohio, the MSXL, Wrecking Crew, World Cup, and the importance of media in telling the stories that make this sport special. Matthew also shares practical advice for anyone looking to create paintball content — including why you don't need expensive equipment to get started. In this episode: Matthew's journey into paintball and media The growth of Ohio paintball and regional leagues MSXL and Wrecking Crew The importance of authenticity and community How media helps grow and promote paintball Tips for filming paintball events Shooting vertical video for Reels and social media Equipment choices and working with limited gear Building trust and relationships in the paintball community Giving back and supporting the sport Overcoming confidence issues as a creator Future projects and the direction of paintball media Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Matthew Wiles' background 01:10 - Authenticity and community in paintball media 04:55 - Practical tips for creating video content 08:45 - Giving back to the paintball community 10:59 - Equipment choices and shooting techniques 13:40 - Balancing work, life, and media projects 16:34 - The impact of community support 19:28 - Building confidence as a creator 22:27 - Future projects and media plans 24:42 - Final thoughts and encouragement for creators Check out Wiles Media: Wiles Media on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@wilesmedia?utm_source=chatgpt.com) Watch Wiles Media's featured video: Wiles Media Video (https://youtu.be/wF6CzH99qmU?si=9QBUIwPBG5oq4ApP&utm_source=chatgpt.com) The takeaway: You don't need the most expensive camera or the biggest production crew. You need consistency, authenticity, and a willingness to tell the story. Subscribe to the Planet Paintball Podcast for more conversations with the players, teams, field owners, coaches, and people helping shape paintball. #PlanetPaintballPodcast #Episode148 #Paintball #PaintballMedia #OhioPaintball #MSXL #WreckingCrew #WorldCupPaintball #PaintballCommunity #WilesMedia

Who has been a guest on The Planet Paintball Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Matt Engles
• Mike S Yarberry
• Matt Sossoman
• Mason Standley
• Jeremy Miller

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

200,657

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

24 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 75 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

98

Social presence

0

YouTube

82

Engagement

51

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Guest appearances

Books guests

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