Shellda Podcast

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In this episode of the Shellda Podcast, I sit down with Dany Schonauerr for one of the most honest, thoughtful conversations we’ve had on the show.

Dany opens up about his time with San Diego Dynasty, the pressure of playing alongside elite talent, and how fear, hesitation, and second-guessing quietly crept into his game. We break down what happens mentally when one mistake can cost you playing time; and how that mindset can slowly change the player you are.

We also talk about his move to Infamous Paintball, why the fit feels different, and how embracing his aggressive, blue-collar style might be the key to unlocking the next chapter of his career.

Beyond paintball, Dany shares powerful lessons on:
- Learning through failure
- Balancing a full-time career with pro paintball
- Taking risks when the reward outweighs the fear
- Why being a student of the game matters more than highlights

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In this episode of the Shellda Podcast, Mike Bianca opens up in a way he hasn’t before.
Mike reflects on his time as head coach of San Diego Dynasty, the pressure that comes with leading one of the most iconic teams in paintball, and the lessons he learned after being let go.

 This isn’t about drama or finger-pointing. It’s about accountability, leadership, identity, and growth.
We talk about what it’s really like coaching at the highest level, how imposter syndrome shows up when you reach the top, and why sometimes doing your best still isn’t enough. Mike also shares how this experience reshaped his approach to leadership and how he’s applying those lessons as he steps into his next chapter with the Atlanta Jungle Cats.

This conversation goes far beyond paintball. It’s about pressure, self-reflection, and learning how to move forward when a chapter closes.

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For 25 years, Thomas Taylor lived and breathed professional paintball.
Wins. Losses. World Cups. Rivalries. Identity.

In this episode, we go deeper than paintball.
We talk about:
• Stepping away from JT and long-standing partnerships
• Building your entire identity around being an athlete
• Ego, pride, and the fear of letting go
• Playing with your son instead of playing for yourself
• Why the real value isn’t trophies — it’s time

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This is a solo episode about why I left JT—and more importantly, what that experience taught me.

This isn’t drama and it isn’t a rant. It’s an honest reflection on saying yes too fast, skipping important questions, and learning the difference between a good opportunity and the right one.

Last season, I was invited to be part of the JT Elite line. On the surface, it felt like a dream opportunity. But over time, I realized how critical alignment, clarity, and structure are when you’re building a personal brand in paintball.

In this episode, I talk about:
• why excitement can replace due diligence
• how not having a contract created unclear expectations
• the difference between prestige and alignment
• why structure is necessary to do your best work
• and when growth means walking away respectfully

If you’re a paintball player, creator, or entrepreneur navigating sponsorships and partnerships, this episode is for you.
Sometimes the biggest lessons come from opportunities that almost worked.

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