Episodios

  • Christopher Clarey on His New Book, "The Warrior: Rafael Nadal and His Kingdom Of Clay"

    Christopher Clarey on His New Book, "The Warrior: Rafael Nadal and His Kingdom Of Clay"
    May 12 2025
    Christopher Clarey, one of the most respected and acclaimed tennis writers of all-time joins the podcast to discuss his newest endeavor, a book about the great Rafael Nadal and dominance at Roland Garros. Clarey's masterpiece is titled, "The Warrior: Rafael Nadal and His Kingdom of Clay," and it is and all-encompassing look at the most dominant feat in tennis, and perhaps all of sports history. The author explains how the project came to be, his own tie to the city of Paris, and what he came to learn about the Spaniard and the rich tradition of clay court tennis. Clarey also recounts his favorite interview subjects on the topic of Nadal, and examines whether this truly is the most unbreakable record of all-time in any athletic field. The former New York Times writer also discusses the current state of clay court tennis heading into Roland Garros, and the upcoming tribute to Nadal that should be fitting for a king. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    47 m
  • Tennis Emcee/Interviewer Blair Henley on The Start of 2025, Emotional Titles for Ruud and Brooksby and Tennis Having A Moment

    Tennis Emcee/Interviewer Blair Henley on The Start of 2025, Emotional Titles for Ruud and Brooksby and Tennis Having A Moment
    May 9 2025
    Blair Henley joins the podcast to discuss her thriving career as an on-court interviewer, emcee and overall outstanding representative for pro tennis. Henley recaps the events she covered in 2025, highlighted by a powerful title for Jenson Brooksby in Houston and an interactive new show called "The Blue Zone" in Australia. Henley also explains why Madrid Champion Casper Ruud is one of the best interview subjects in the game, and what it was like covering the expanded Dallas Open at the site of the NFL's Dallas Cowboys. Henley also weighs in on explosion in tennis fashion, and why Indian Wells always appears to be the mecca of the game intersecting with pop culture. The emcee also discusses frosty tennis handshakes, the expanded Masters draws, and her own one-handed backhand origin story on this highly entertaining episode of Inside-In! Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    52 m
  • Paul Annacone on Ruud's Masters Title, Djokovic's Chances and Sinner's Return

    Paul Annacone on Ruud's Masters Title, Djokovic's Chances and Sinner's Return
    May 6 2025
    Esteemed coach and commentator Paul Annacone is the guest on this episode of The Inside-In Podcast, and he recaps Casper Ruud's biggest title of his career at The Madrid Open. Annacone explains why Aryna Sabalenka remains a dominant force in the women's game, and he analyzes where Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek could go from here. The Tennis Channel broadcaster also discusses Novak Djokovic's chances for a successful Roland Garros given his recent results, and dives into what makes the all-time greats different from the rest of the players. Annacone also gives his take on why Carlos Alcaraz has been prone to dips, and which member of the "Big 3" the Spaniard seems to resemble the most. The coach also details what to expect from Jannik Sinner when he returns at the Italian Open, states his case why great players in this game can succeed on any surface, and reacts to the titles won by Naomi Osaka and Alex Michelsen on the clay. And Annacone shares one of his favorite stories from Rome during his playing days! Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    38 m
  • Steve Weissman on Coco Gauff's Statement Win vs. Swiatek, Djokovic's Status and The Male Contenders on The Clay

    Steve Weissman on Coco Gauff's Statement Win vs. Swiatek, Djokovic's Status and The Male Contenders on The Clay
    May 1 2025
    Tennis Channel broadcaster Steve Weissman joins the podcast to break down all the action from the Madrid Open, headlined by Coco Gauff's dominant win against defending champion Iga Swiatek. Weissman explains what this match means for Gauff, and how Swiatek can respond with Roland Garros less than a month away. The commentator also looks Aryna Sabalenka's quest for a first title in Paris, and how Mirra Andreeva has emerged as a big-time on player. Weissman also analyzes the game, which is more wide open than it has been in a very long time. He assesses Djokovic's form after another early loss at Madrid, and examines whether Carlos Alcaraz or Jannik Sinner should be viewed as prohibitive favorites at Roland Garros. And Weissman analyzes whether Casper Ruud, Lorenzo Musetti, Jack Draper or somebody else could emerge as real contender on the clay. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    51 m
  • Rising ATP Player Martin Landaluce on Learning From Nadal, Carrying On The Spanish Tradition and Making Progress

    Rising ATP Player Martin Landaluce on Learning From Nadal, Carrying On The Spanish Tradition and Making Progress
    Apr 28 2025
    Martin Landaluce joins the podcast to discuss his emergence on the pro tour, and why the young Spaniard is next up to carry on the tradition for his country. The teenager recounts his humble beginnings as a player, how his older siblings inspired him, and the opportunity to train at the Rafael Nadal Academy, and practice with the legendary sports icon himself. Landaluce gets candid about his development, why he loves playing on grass courts and what he hopes to accomplish in this fun conversation. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    30 m
  • Rune Steps Up, Ostapenko's Heat Check, And A Preview Up The Madrid Open With ATP Writer Grant Thompson

    Rune Steps Up, Ostapenko's Heat Check, And A Preview Up The Madrid Open With ATP Writer Grant Thompson
    Apr 24 2025
    ATP writer Grant Thompson joins the show as the clay season ramps up and the road to Roland Garros intensifies. Thompson recaps Holger Rune's thrilling title run in Barcelona, and what it means for the Danish player going forward. The journalist also discusses Carlos Alcaraz's health, and Alexander Zverev's victory in the Munich final over a very in-form Ben Shelton. And Thompson reacts to Jelena Ostapenko's shockingly good performance in Stuttgart, where she beat Aryna Sabalenka in the final while also improving to 6-0 against Iga Swiatek! Thompson then dives into The Madrid Open, and examines which players on the ATP and WTA are poised to far well with the altitude on these Spanish clay courts. He also discusses some sleepers who could emerge on the men's tour who could emerge in 2025, and what Jannik Sinner's return in Rome will mean for the game. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    47 m
  • Giulana Olmos, The All-Time Billie Jean King Cup Wins Leader For Mexico Opens Up About Her Tennis Journey

    Giulana Olmos, The All-Time Billie Jean King Cup Wins Leader For Mexico Opens Up About Her Tennis Journey
    Apr 22 2025
    Giulana "Gugu" Olmos is the guest on this episode of the podcast, and she opens up about a career that has seen her make history and carve out a successful career on the WTA tour. Olmos discusses her upbringing in California, and how she was influenced by her family lineage to represent Mexico, where she went on to record the most Billie Jean King Cup wins in the country's history. The USC graduate also explains why college was the perfect path for her, and how it has become a viable path for many of the pros top players. Olmos also goes into detail about her decision to focus on doubles, and how she found success and reached a career high ranking of No. 6. And Olmos reflects on her role as a pioneer, and why representation is critical to the growth of tennis and other sports in Mexico. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    41 m
  • Monica Puig on Clay Season, Sabalenka Coming For Swiatek's Throne and New Stars Emerging In Tennis

    Monica Puig on Clay Season, Sabalenka Coming For Swiatek's Throne and New Stars Emerging In Tennis
    Apr 18 2025
    Monica Puig joins the podcast during an exciting time for her, as the tennis season ramps up and she prepares for motherhood! The Olympic gold medalist recaps her broadcasting work at The Miami Open, and why news stars like Joao Fonseca, Jakub Mensik and Alexandra Eala have brought in a ton of fans to the sport. Puig dives into the beginning of clay season, where Aryna Sabalenka is itching to finally start her campaign and set her sights on catching Iga Swiatek as the top player on the surface. The former WTA pro shares her thoughts on a wide range of topics including Jasmine Paolini's positivity, Jessica Pegula's ability to cause problems for her opponents, and why Jelena Ostapenko always seems to have Swiatek's number. Puig gives her thoughts on the ATP's premier clay court players headlined by Carlos Alcaraz, and weighs in one of the craziest, most over the top celebrations ever seen! Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    47 m
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