Talk Bowling
By bowlingball.com, Inc.
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Podcast Description
We will talk about anything bowling related, from changed to our website, promotions, and other news in the bowling industry.
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| 1 | VideoTalk Bowling #101 - Is The a Difference When Bowling With a 15 Pound Ball vs 16 Pounds? | We are giving away $25, plus Terry asks about advantages/disadvantages of 15 vs 16 pound bowling balls. | 1/12/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 2 | VideoTalk Bowling #100 - Milestone Achieved and We're Giving Away Stuff | We answer a few viewer questions and tell you how to enter to win some bowling stuff. | 12/30/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 3 | VideoTalk Bowling #99 - Should I Insert My Thumb All The Way Into The Bowling Ball? | Question from Aaron: Hi, I just started bowling a couple months ago and I got my own fingertip ball around 3 weeks ago. I was just wondering if the thumb should be inserted all the way in the hole or should it be around halfway past your first k | 10/12/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 4 | VideoTalk Bowling #98 - Thumb Slug or Insert? | Question from Myles: Q - Hi, i had a question regarding thumb slugs and thumb inserts. would u recommend a thumb slug or a insert. i have used both of them i like the insert a little better. My main problem is that on my backswing is i bend my knuckl | 9/30/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 5 | VideoTalk Bowling #97 - Building an Arsenal of Bowling Balls | Question from Sean D: Hey guys, first I would like to say that I have recently come across your site and its great to see that there is a place to get the kind of advice you guys are giving to people. With that said I have a question. How do I begin to b | 9/26/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 6 | VideoTalk Bowling #96 - Can A Wrist Device Help Keep A Wrist Straight? | Question from Maurice: I've no problem cupping the ball. I find that my difficulty lies in keeping my wrist neutral unless I am really concentrating on doing so. Is there a wrist device out there that will keep my wrist/hand from assuming the cupped po | 8/25/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 7 | VideoTalk Bowling #95 - Sharing Equipment In League/Tournament Play | Question from Jason: Hi my brother and I just got the Vise IT in our equipment. The cool thing about it is that we both have the same pitch, span, and fingers. The only thing is that he had a larger thumb than me. My questions is during League or To | 8/10/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 8 | VideoTalk Bowling #94 - Agressive Equipment | Question from Rick B: Hi. I am in somewhat of a dilemma. I bowl in leagues year round and i also have started bowling in tournaments. On a recent trip to my state USBC tourney I found myself in a bad spot. My equipment was too agressive for the | 8/1/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 9 | VideoTalk Bowling 93 - Baffling Lane Conditions | Question from Michael: Q - I recently bowled on a particularly challenging lane condition that completely baffled me. Any ball (even plastic) left of 10 at around 25-30 feet would check hard left no matter where I released it on the approach. In se | 7/20/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 10 | VideoTalk Bowling 92 - My Bowling Ball Rolls Out, Can I Fix It? | Question from Stephen: I had a ball drilled at a local pro shop and I had an idea that my coach showed me as far as a drill pattern that would be good for what I was looking for (which was a bit more hook for wetter lanes) but instead of drilling it | 7/6/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 11 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode 91 - How Do I Deal With a Bump at the Base of My Thumb? | Question from Vince: I have a question about how to deal with my bowling thumb. At the base of my thumb, I have some sort of bump inside that I can feel when I put my thumb into the ball. I can move it around based on how I grip the ball and it is | 6/24/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 12 | VideoTalk Bowling #90 - Is a Thumb Callus a Sign of a Bad Release? | Question from Larry: I watched your taping video of the thumb and noticed you primarily cover the palm side and back side of the thumb. I've started to develop a callus on the side closer to the index finger where it wouldn't get taped. Would this just b | 6/10/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 13 | VideoTalk Bowling #89 - Does having a ball plugged and redrilled effect how the ball will react much? | Question from Larrt: Q - Does having a ball plugged and redrilled effect how the ball will react much? | 6/2/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 14 | VideoTalk Bowling #88 - What is the typical surface prep on a ball that is labeled as Polished and nothing else? | Question from Doug: Q - I have a question regarding surface prep on bowling balls. All of the balls on your site are labeled with the oob finish. That being said, I noticed some balls are labeled as just polished, while others state that they | 5/31/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 15 | VideoTalk Bowling 87 - Looking For A Bowling Ball That Reacts Betting On Longer Oil Patterns | Question from Nicco Vicari: I am looking right now for a ball that can react better on longer lane oils I would also like the ball to have a smoother roll through the front and a strong backend reaction. Is there a ball you can recommend for me? I am a c | 5/9/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 16 | VideoTalk Bowling 86 - Where Should I Start On The Approach? | Question from Rose: Q - Hi, I just started bowling on a league this year.I have been practicing a lot. Recently I had someone working with me,he told me to bend my knees and lean forward a little. Which seemed to help. But I also was told to stand ri | 5/4/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 17 | VideoTalk Bowling 85 - Should I Worry About Pin Distance As My Game Improves? | Question from John: Hello. I’ve been bowling for 5yrs now and have seen my average increase every yr. and I was wondering, as your game increases do you need to change how your have your bowling balls drilled. I was wondering if a 3-4 pin distance be goo | 5/2/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 18 | VideoTalk Bowling 84 - Difference Between Symmetric and Asymmetric Cores | Question from BJ: I've been a loyal customer of bowlingball.com for five years. I always look there first for the latest in ball releases at excellent prices, as well as the most thorough ball guides and comparisons. Should I take t | 4/8/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 19 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode 83 - How Many Times Can I Change My Bowling Ball's Surface? | Question from Alan: Q - Just wondering how many times a ball will stand a surface change. | 3/25/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 20 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #82 - Should I Stop Using a Wrist Device? | Question from YouTube User DestinationExile: Q - I use the wrist support since my wrist is weak, and i want to start playing with out it should i get a lighter ball since i am using the 14 pound ball right now? | 3/21/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 21 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #81 - Should I Walk Straight, Ball Drilling in Germany, and more. | We received some great questions this week. Should I walk perfectly straight while bowling? I live in Germany, but don't speak German. What should I expect/ask for when getting my first ball drilled? As a new bowler, should I get an aggr | 3/4/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 22 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #80 - Ball Not Hooking, Changing Coverstocks | Ryan P asks about his Alpha Max and the fact that it just seems to stop hooking. And Brent asks what would happen if he polished his bowling ball, would he have to move, would he still hit the pocket? | 2/21/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 23 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode 79 - Hybrid Reactive Coverstocks, Dual Angle Layouts, 4/5 Step Approach | We answer three questions today. What is a Hybrid Reactive Coverstock? Can you explain the Dual-Angle Layout process? And is a 4 or 5 step approach better? | 2/11/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 24 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #0078 - Move Feet and Target, or Change Bowling Balls? | We had two really good questions this week. 1) Should you move your feet and target, or change bowling balls as the lanes transition? 2) What are the pros and cons of drilling a gripping hole for your pinky? | 1/28/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 25 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #77 - How Much Does Ball Layout Effect How You Play The Lanes | Dan B asks how much ball layout effects where you play on the lane. | 1/14/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 26 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #0076 - We Finally Discuss The WAHSAM | A viewer has patiently been waiting for our comments on the WAHSAM. Here we go.... | 1/8/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 27 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode 75 - Ball Layout Suggestions and Bowling in Las Vegas | We talk to Rich Carrubba about his time working in the casinos and about the overall attendance of bowlers. Then we answer a viewer question about assisting in drilling layouts and ball drilling. | 12/30/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 28 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode 74 - The Brunswick Thumb Saver | Today we discuss the use of a Brunswick Thumbsaver as opposed to using bowling tape. It's a matter of preference. | 12/23/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 29 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode 73 - How to Improve to a Consistent Bowling Release | Big Phil asks, I have a problem or concern about my thumb. Sometimes it is loose and I drop the ball, which then causes me to grip the ball and almost follow it down the lane. | 12/17/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 30 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode 72 - After a Break From Bowling, Do I Get a Coach or Practice First? | A viewer tells he just got back to bowling after a short break and asks, should I immediately get a coach, or practice to build my timing first? | 12/10/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 31 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #0071 - Does Bowlingball.com Offer Thumb Molds? | We learn a little more about Rich Carrubba and answer a viewer question about thumb molds. | 12/3/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 32 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #70 - Introduction to Rich Carrubba | Rich Carrubba will join us for the next 8 episodes. We give an introduction to Rich and answer viewer questions. Is there a good way to practice getting your thumb out of the ball at the release point and not too late or too early? | 11/28/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 33 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #0069 - How to Teach Someone to Slide? | Question from Coffolot: Hey guys just a quick question. What do you think is the best way to teach a bowler to slide? Question from dan: Q - How much does ball layout effect what part of the lane you play on? | 10/29/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 34 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #0068 - Are There Oil Regulations For League? | Question from Terry: Q - So is there a definite rule or regulation that deals with lane conditions for league bowlers? | 10/22/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 35 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #0067 - How to Become More Consistent | Questions: How do I become more consistent, what are your thoughts on Motiv bowling balls, and is my teammates bowling ball still legal for competition? | 10/15/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 36 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #66 - Painful Thumb Problems, Storm's PSA Drilling Layouts | In this episode we discuss Richard's Painful Thumb and show you how to layout a bowling ball with Storm's PSA Drilling Layout method. | 10/8/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 37 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #0065 - Why Do Bowlers Bring So Many Bowling Balls to League? | A viewer asked why some bowlers bring 6, 8, or more bowling balls to league. | 9/24/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 38 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #0064 - Sport Leagues Defined | Phil pointed out that we didn't explain Sport Leagues very well, and Michael asks our opinion on pin placement and top weight. | 9/17/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 39 | VideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0063 - Pink Panther Finish and Why Bowling Balls Lose Their Hook? | We talk about the finish on the Lane #1 Pink Panther bowling ball and why bowling balls lose their hook. | 9/9/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 40 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #0062 - Why are Lane #1, Elite, and Lane Master Bowling Ball So Expensive? | Jon B asks why some bowling balls are so much more expensive than others, and Frank H asks a few questions about sport shot leagues. | 9/3/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 41 | VideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0061 - Tony's Ball Motion | YouTube Viewer masterchief247 noticed something in Tony's ball motion and asked a question about it. Also Reggie M asked how we choose our bowling ball layouts for drilling. | 8/27/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 42 | VideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0060 - Favorite Light Oil Bowling Ball - How to Adjust to Different Oil Patterns | John and Tony answer view questions: Question from Coffolot: Q - Hey guys, Just a question for John. I bowl a similar style and speed to you. Just wondering on light oil what would be your preferred ball? At the moment I am using a Trop | 8/20/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 43 | VideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0059 - How to Remove Oil From a Bowling Ball | Chris H asked for the best way to remove oil from his bowling ball. | 8/13/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 44 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #0058 - Sore Bowling Elbow And The Desire For Other Bowling Styles in Our Videos | Tuan asks if there is any chance of us getting a 2 handed bowler in our videos. And Sevinpin asks about a sore elbow after bowling. | 8/6/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 45 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #0057 | We discuss the validity of a "break-in" period on a bowling ball. | 7/23/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 46 | VideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0056 - How to Apply Protecting Tape | We show you how to apply protecting tape. | 7/2/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 47 | VideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0055 - How to Glue in Inserts | John and Tony discuss the advantage or disadvantage of using protecting tape on your fingers. Introducing a new segment "In The Shop." | 6/29/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 48 | VideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0054 | Tony answers questions about himself | 6/15/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 49 | CleanVideoTalk Bowling Episode #0053 | Should you be able to hear your bowling ball rolling down the lane? | 6/9/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 50 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #0052 - Pin to CG Distance | Discussion of pin to CG distance and its effects (or lack there of) on ball reaction. | 5/29/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 51 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #0051 | PBA sensation Kelly Kulick has been making a lot of noise in the bowling industry. | 5/17/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 52 | VideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0050 - Can I Add Side Weight To My Bowling Ball? | Tony and John answer a couple of viewer questions. Can I add side weight to my bowling ball? As a beginner, what bowling ball should I consider? | 4/2/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 53 | VideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0049 - Should I Be Worried About Oil Push-Down | Should I Be Worried About Oil Push-Down? | 3/26/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 54 | VideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0048 - Interchangeable Thumb Slugs | John introduces Mike Jones and they discuss Interchangeable Thumb Slugs | 3/19/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 55 | VideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0047 - Why do Pros Use a Plastic Bowling Ball for Spares? | Tony and John discuss the reasons a professional bowler uses a plastic bowling ball when shooting their spares. http://www.bowlingball.com | 3/12/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 56 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #0046 | We say goodbye to Brian Halstrom and answer questions about bowling ball selection for different ball speeds and rev rates. | 3/6/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 57 | VideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0045 | We answer a viewer's question about where he tracks on the ball, and another question about sanding a bowling ball. | 2/20/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 58 | VideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0044 | We give advice to a viewer on how to keep his hand behind and/or under the bowling ball. | 2/12/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 59 | VideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0043 | Tony, John, and Brian help give a viewer advice on improving ball performance. | 2/1/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 60 | VideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0042 - Static Imbalances | Do static imbalances effect bowling ball reaction? | 1/22/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 61 | VideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0041 | bowlingball.com's Tony Ruocco, John Congdon, and Brian Halstrom talk bowling. | 1/17/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 62 | VideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0040 - How to Hook a Bowling Ball | Tony, John, and Brian discuss how-to hook a bowling ball. | 1/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 63 | CleanVideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0039 - News from the Bowling Industry | News from the bowling industry | 11/25/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 64 | CleanVideoTalkBowling-0038 - What causes bowling ball roll out | We discuss what cause bowling balls to roll out? | 11/22/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 65 | VideoTalk Bowling - Episode #0037 | This episode covers different bowling league gambling games. Brackets, Nassau, Cut the Field | 11/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 66 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #0036 | In this episode Tony, John, and Brian talk about the target temperature and humidity of a bowling center. | 10/23/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 67 | VideoTalk Bowling Episode #0035 | Your wrist position plays an important role in bowling. Consistency is everything. | 10/10/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 68 | CleanVideoTalkBowling-0034 | A How To Keep Your Bowling Score Show. Ever wonder how to keep score? We show you how. | 10/6/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 69 | CleanVideoTalkBowling-0033 | Answering viewer questions such as "What do you do with the bowling balls after you test them" and "What is your favorite layout." | 9/26/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 70 | CleanVideoTalkBowling-0032 | Tips on spare shooting and the importance of practice | 9/19/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 71 | CleanVideoTalkBowling-0031 | The bowlingball.com custom drilling option | 9/10/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 72 | CleanVideoTalkBowling-0030 | Open and League Lane Courtesy vs PBA Lane Courtesy | 8/28/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 73 | CleanVideoTalkBowling-0029 | The Viper PBA Bowling Pattern | 8/21/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 74 | CleanVideoTalkBowling-0028 | How a Bowling Pin Setter Works. | 8/10/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 75 | VideoTalkBowling-0027 | This episode gives tips to bowlers that throw a straight ball. | 7/19/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 76 | VideoTalkBowling-0026 | Live from the International Bowl Expo at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas | 7/2/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 77 | VideoTalkBowling-0025 | A tour of bowlingball.com testing facility "Goober Creek Lanes" | 6/17/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 78 | VideoTalkBowling-0024 | The PBA Shark Pattern | 5/26/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 79 | VideoTalkBowling-0023 | -- | 5/17/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 80 | VideoTalkBowling-0022 | PBA Cheetah Oil Pattern | 4/27/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 81 | VideoTalkBowling-0021 | Tony, Brian, and John discuss the PBA Chameleon Oil Pattern and the Johnny Petraglia Scoring System. | 4/21/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 82 | VideoTalkBowling-0020 | Two handed bowling has been popularized by PBA member Jason Belmonte. We give our take on his approach. | 4/2/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 83 | VideoTalkBowling-0019 | Bowling ball speed is a huge factor and not easy to master. Having a consistent speed will help lead you to being a consistent bowler | 3/27/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 84 | VideoTalkBowling-0018 | How to Calculate your Bowling Ball Speed and Rev Rate. Today everyone wants to be a cranker and hook the ball as much as possible. But there is a balance between ball speed and revolutions that must be obtained to bowl effectively. | 3/21/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 85 | VideoTalkBowling-0017 | Essential Bowling Accessories. On this episode, we talk about some of the most common accessories that we feel we need every time we bowl. | 3/14/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 86 | VideoTalkBowling-0016 | -- | 3/6/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 87 | VideoTalkBowling-0015 | -- | 2/28/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 88 | VideoTalkBowling-0014 | -- | 2/20/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 89 | VideoTalkBowling-0013 | -- | 2/13/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 90 | VideoTalkBowling-0012 | -- | 2/5/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 91 | VideoTalkBowling-0011 | -- | 1/30/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 92 | VideoTalkBowling-0010 | -- | 1/26/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 93 | VideoTalkBowling-0009 | Bowling Ball pin length is not as big of a factor as it used to be when drilling a bowling ball. | 1/15/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 94 | CleanVideoTalkBowling-0008 | In this episode we review bowling gloves and wrist supports. Why you may want them, and what the difference between some of them are. | 12/22/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 95 | CleanVideoTalkBowling-0007 | -- | 12/14/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 96 | CleanVideoTalkBowling-0006 | Episode 6 answers a question from a viewer about using a bowling ball that already works well from him on dry lanes on lanes that are more oily. | 12/5/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 97 | CleanVideoTalkBowling-0005 | Episode 5 talks about bowling shoes. We talk about the difference between entry level and high performance bowling shoes, and it isn't all about color and feel. | 11/28/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 98 | VideoTalkBowling-0004 | -- | 11/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 99 | VideoTalkBowling-0003 | Episode 3 covers the differences in bowling ball performance. What's the difference between Entry Level, Mid, and High Performance? | 11/14/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 100 | VideoTalkBowling-0002 | Tony Ruocco joins the team. Brandon Flade asks us our first question, "How do I polish a bowling ball." New changes to http://www.bowlingball.com, User Submitted Videos. | 11/7/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| Total: 100 Episodes |
Customer Reviews
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