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The Inside-In Tennis Podcast
by Mitch Michals, Bleav
Host Mitch Michals takes you inside the world of professional tennis with the past, present, and future of the sport. This podcast features broadcasters, players, and many others who eat, sleep & breathe tennis. Stay in the loop and in the know with The Inside-In Podcast
Episodes
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Mark Knowles on Three Years of Consistency with Pegula, The WTA Finals Field and Djokovic's Love of The Game
Mark Knowles returns to the podcast to recap another outstanding year working with Jessica Pegula, who improved her ranking and has the most wins on tour heading into the WTA Finals. The coach explains how their dynamic works in terms of goal-setting, communication, and using practice…
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CiCi Bellis on Life After Tennis, Investing In Sports, Chwalinska and Fokina's 1000 Level Titles and Jovic's Potential
CiCi Bellis joins the podcast for a wide-ranging chat about her life after tennis, how she came to terms with the end of her playing career, and transitioned to a successful position in the venture capital world. Bellis discusses everything from the business of sports, the grueling tennis…
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Christopher Clarey On Qinwen's Big Title, Outbursts, The Asian Swing and Monfils' Retirement
Christopher Clarey joins the podcast for a great conversation about what's going on in the world of pro tennis. Clarey recaps Qinwen Zheng's big title in Beijing, and reflects on a few outbursts and controversies during the Asian Swing. The journalist also dives into Carlos Alcaraz's quest to...
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Tennis' Top Influencer Rachel Stuhlmann on Growing The Game, The US Open Experience And Working Alongside Superstars
Rachel Stuhlmann joins the podcast to discuss her path to becoming the No. 1 influencer in tennis, and how she tries to put a spotlight on game at all levels. Stuhlmann reflects on how a gig in Bulgaria at the Sofia Open was the jumping off point for her career, and how the game continues to grow...
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Monica Puig on Djokovic's Renaissance in China, Sinner Shutting It Down and Emma Navarro's Courage
Monica Puig joins the podcast to discuss a wide range of topics in the tennis world, which proved in the past week that there is no shortage of drama and breaking news. Puig recaps Novak Djokovic's title-run in Beijing, and analyzes how the 24-time major champion can carry this into 2027. The…
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Scott Sheffield on First Serve New Mexico, A Legendary Gala and Getting In The Game
Scott Sheffield joins the podcast for a conversation about his path from successful oil businessman to philanthropist and tennis enthusiast who is actively growing the game. Sheffield discusses his philanthropical efforts with the New Mexico First Serve Foundation, and their newly minted "Forked...
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Charlie Pasarell's Journey From Puerto Rico to The Hall of Fame, His Friendship With Arthur Ashe and Creating The Indian Wells Tournament
International Tennis Hall of Famer Charlie Pasarell is the guest on this episode for a great and revealing conversation. Quite simply a pioneer, Pasarell discusses his new book, "Serving First: Dreams Realized and Lessons Learned from Family, Friends, and a Life in Tennis." Pasarell dives into…
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Sinner's Worrisome Knee, ATP Finals Race, Czechia Women's Tennis Dominance and More With Jan-Michael Gambill
Jan-Michael Gambill joins the show to chat about a wide range of tennis topics, including Jannik Sinner continuing to miss time with a knee injury. Gambill gives his thoughts on Sinner's recovery process and what it means for the men's game, which has an sizable opening in the World No. 1's...
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Jason Stacy On His New Book, "The Pressure Code" + Serving as Sabalenka's Mental and Performance Coach
Jason Stacy joins the podcast to discuss his new book, "The Pressure Code: How Elite Performers Align Their Energy, Emotions, and Environment." Stacy explains why he decided to write his first book, and the decision to discuss deeply personal topics and obstacles from his life. The mental and...
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Gill Gross on Zverev's Legacy Changing Win, Rune's Return, Missing Tactics and Djokovic's Future
Gill Gross joins the podcast to recap his time covering the US Open, and to shed light on some of the post-match interviews he conducted with the game's best players. Gross assesses how Alexander Zverev changed his career trajectory in the span of a few months, and analyzes Elena Rybakina's key...
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Legendary College Tennis Coach Dick Gould on Building Greatness at Stanford
Dick Gould joins the show to discuss his extraordinary life in tennis, and how he established one of the all-time greatest athletic programs in college sports. Gould led the Stanford Cardinal men's tennis team to 17 NCAA team titles during his 38 seasons as head coach, and he explains how he…
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Patricia Tarabini on Coaching Anna Kalinskaya, Building Relationships, and How She Views The Game
Patricia Tarabini joins the show to discuss her path from a small town in Argentina to the world of pro tennis, where she continues to make a lasting impact. Tarabini explains how she became involved in the coaching world after a successful playing career, and goes in depth into her long-lasting...
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John Lloyd on Zverev and Rybakina's US Open Triumphs, Shelton's Slam Potential, And How To Fix Pro Tennis
John Lloyd joins the podcast to recap the 2026 US Open finals, which saw Alexander Zverev and Elena Rybakina reign over the tennis world. Lloyd explains how Zverev enacted a masterful strategy from start to finish against Ben Shelton, and goes in depth about why Zverev is a different player now...
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Shelton Defeats Alcaraz, Tiafoe Into the SF, Coco Fights Through And More From The US Open With Chris Oddo
TennisNow writer Chris Oddo joins the podcast to discuss the epic 2026 US Open, which has featured triumphs, heartbreaks, emotional wins and tears of both joy and sadness. Oddo recaps Ben Shelton's thrilling win over Carlos Alcaraz, and explains why it's the biggest American men's tennis win in...
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Alcaraz vs. Shelton, Tiafoe On Fire, The Ice Queen Qinwen Zheng and More From The US Open With Nick Monroe
Nick Monroe joins the podcast on-site from The US Open to dive into all the action and drama from Flushing Meadows. Monroe breaks down Carlos Alcaraz's impressive form in his return, and looks at how Ben Shelton can rise to the challenge in their upcoming quarterfinal match. The broadcaster also...
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US Open Reactions With Barstool Hubbs: Alcaraz Is Back, The US Men Are Coming In Waves + Pegula's Quest For a First Major Title
Barstool Hubbs joins the podcast for some early US Open reactions, where the much anticipated return of Carlos Alcaraz continues to capture the headlines. Hubbs evaluates Alcaraz's play, and looks at if the American men are ready to end the 23-year slam drought. The online personality breaks down...
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Steve Flink on Djokovic's R1 US Open Loss, Federer's Hall of Fame Induction and His New Book: "The Immortals of American Tennis"
Steve Flink joins the podcast to discuss a wide range of topics from the 2026 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony to the start of The US Open, and his new excellent book about the greatest names in American tennis history. Flink, who was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 2017,...
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US Open Draw Preview With Zachary Cohen: Can Alcaraz and Sabalenka Repeat? Or Will Gauff, Swiatek, Djokovic and The American Men Have Something To Say?
Zachary Cohen joins the podcast to preview The 2026 US Open, with a thorough breakdown of both the men's and women's singles draws. The men's draw is highlighted by the return of Carlos Alcaraz, and the guys discuss his tricky path to defending his title at Flushing Meadows. Cohen examines Ben...
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Gauff and Fils Fly High In Cincinnati, Sinner Misses The US Open + Alcaraz's Triumphant Return With Leif Shiras
Leif Shiras joins the show to recap the Cincinnati Open, where Coco Gauff and Arthur Fils claimed the trophies with some sizzling tennis. Shiras explains what propelled Gauff back to the winner's circle, how finalist Jessica Pegula can rebound at Flushing Meadows, and whether Iga Swiatek, Aryna...
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Sinner's US Open Status In Question, Swiatek's Bounce Back, Djokovic's Tennis Future and More With Amy Lundy
Amy Lundy joins the podcast to discuss the uncertainty involving Jannik Sinner's US Open status, and how the entire ATP orbit hangs in the balance. Lundy looks at Carlos Alcaraz's bold plan to return from his four month injury at a major tournament, Novak Djokovic's chances heading into The Big...
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Brad Stine on Shelton's Montreal Title-Run, Tommy Paul 7.0 and The Top Storylines Ahead of The US Open
Veteran coach Brad Stine joins the podcast for a wide-ranging chat about his work coaching Tommy Paul, and some of the biggest storylines in the men's game as tennis takes over North America. Stine reacts to Ben Shelton's second straight title at the Canadian Masters, and explains why he's so...
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Shelton Looks For a Canada Repeat + Osaka's Push and Eala-Mania With Russ Thaler
Tennis broadcaster Russ Thaler joins the podcast to dive into all the drama at The National Bank Open in Canada, where opportunity is calling some new and old faces in the sport. Thaler reacts to World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka's loss to Ekaterina Alexandrova, and examines whether Elena Rybakina will...
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Alexandra Eala Wins Her First Title In Washington D.C., Alcaraz Pulls Out of Cincinnati And More From The Tennis World With Candy Reid
Tennis broadcaster Candy Reid returns to the podcast to recap the Washington DC Open, where Alexandra Eala won her maiden title and dispatched some of the most talented names in the game to do so. Reid explains why Eala is so good for tennis, why her Filipino support is amazing, and why her game...
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Matthew Futterman on His New Book, "The Cruelest Game: Chasing Greatness in Professional Tennis"
The Athletic's Senior Tennis Writer Matthew Futterman joins the show to discuss the release of his new book, which takes a look at the true price of pursuing your dreams at the highest level in tennis. Futterman explains the idea for the book came to be, and why tennis is a uniquely beautiful yet...
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Tennis Heads To Canada: Looking At Auger-Aliassime, Pegula, And More From The National Bank Open With Mike McIntyre
Podcast host and journalist Mike McIntyre joins the show to preview the National Bank Open, with the entire tennis world heading to Canada for their prestigious 1000 level combined event. McIntyre explains how he became hooked on the sport, and shares some of his favorite memories from witnessing...
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Robbie Koenig On Shelton's Next Steps, Lilli Tagger's 1st Title and The North American Hard Court Swing
Nobody brings the excitement to tennis broadcasting like Robbie Koenig, and he joins the podcast to get you primed and ready for the North American hard court swing. Koenig recaps Austrian teen Lilli Tagger's maiden title, and explains how she's learned from none other than Jannik Sinner in her...
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Christina McHale on Alcaraz's Return, The Race To The US Open and Putting The Finishing Touches On Her Career
Former WTA Top 25 player Christina McHale joins the podcast for a wide-ranging chat about the pro game, and how she was able to end her career on her own terms. McHale explains why she decided to make one final tennis push, and what she learned from her return to the court. The 2012 Olympian also...
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Adnan Virk on Federer's Hall of Fame Induction, The Top 10 Male Players of All-Time and The State of Tennis
Sportscaster Adnan Virk joins the show to chat about his unabashed enthusiasm for tennis, and to remind one and all about Roger Federer's greatness. Virk dives into Federer's appearance at this year's Wimbledon and his upcoming induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and engages in…
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Sinner and Noskova Claim Victory At Wimbledon: What's Next for Djokovic, Zverev and More With Pamela Maldonado
Jannik Sinner and Linda Noskova claimed the titles at Wimbledon, and ESPN betting analyst Pamela Maldonado is here to break down the thrilling conclusion to the major tournament on this episode. Maldonado explains why Sinner has the most complete game in the world, how he was able to turn the…
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Djokovic vs. Sinner At Wimbledon + Fery's Magical Run and A Preview of The All Czech Women's Final with Chris Oddo
TennisNow writer Chris Oddo joins the podcast to dive into the final push at the 2026 Wimbledon Championships, where everything is on the line for those remaining in the field. Oddo recaps Karolina Muchova's emotional win over Coco Gauff to reach the finals, and explains how the dynamic player…
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Wimbledon Breakdown With Alexandra Stevenson: Osaka Ousts Sabalenka, Fritz Roars and A Pegula/Gauff Showdown
Alexandra Stevenson joins the show to breakdown all the drama at Wmbledon, where we will crown a different women's champion for the 10th straight year. Stevenson recaps Naomi Osaka's impressive win over Aryna Sabalenka, and explains how the Japanese superstar has returned to her top form. The...
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Wimbledon Reactions With Steve Flink: Djokovic Marches On, Osaka Shines, And Swiatek Vs. Eala
Hall of Famer journalist Steve Flink returns to the podcast to break down all the action at Wimbledon, where the tennis is supreme at The All England Club. Flink assesses the early performances of Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic, and laments on Ben Shelton's shocking upset loss. The writer...
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Sinner and Djokovic Pushed As Wimbledon Begins + The Women's Contender List with Zachary Cohen
VSIN tennis writer and podcast host Zachary Cohen joins the show to dive into all the action from Day 1 at Wimbledon, where the top two men's favorites dug deep to advance. Cohen recaps the gritty wins by Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic, and analyzes their paths to glory at The All England Club....
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Hanlon Walsh on The American Wimbledon Contenders, Serena's Return And Why Doubles Matters
Hanlon Walsh joins the podcast to discuss the top storylines heading into a Wimbledon, with uncertainty reigning supreme among both tours. Walsh looks at the American men led by Ben Shelton and Taylor Fritz, and examines whether Tommy Paul and Frances Tiafoe can continue to thrive on the grass.…
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Monica Puig Dives Into Grass Season: Sinner and Sabalenka's Regroup, Shelton as a Contender, Wimbledon Wild Cards For Serena & Chwalinska and More
Monica Puig joins the podcast to discuss the changing of seasons in the tennis world, with the pros heading to the grass as the race to Wimbledon intensifies. Puig recaps her time covering Roland Garros, and shares her thoughts on the crucial next step for champions Alexander Zverev and Mirra...
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Zverev and Andreeva Win Roland Garros, Serena Williams Returns And Grass Season Begins With Jimmy Arias
Jimmy Arias joins to recap 2026 Roland Garros, where Alexander Zverev and Mirra Andreeva were victorious in Paris. Arias discusses how Zverev was able to conquer the demons and Flavio Cobolli to win his first major title, and what it means for the German going forward now that he is a slam...
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Roland Garros Final Thoughts With Chanda Rubin: Is It Zverev's Time? Mensik Makes His Move + Andreeva Vs. Chwalinska For The Title
Chanda Rubin joins the podcast to discuss the final weekend of Roland Garros 2026, where everyone should expect the unexpected. Rubin explains what went wrong for Aryna Sabalenka in her quarterfinal collapse vs. Diana Shnaider, and dissects Mirra Andreeva's dominant win over Marta Kostyuk. The...
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Fonseca Dazzles, Kostyuk and Svitolina March On And More From Roland Garros With Sam Jacot
ATP writer Sam Jacot joins the podcast to discuss all the drama at Roland Garros, where the tennis keeps delivering and the chaos keeps coming. Jacot recaps Joao Fonseca's impressive wins over Novak Djokovic and Casper Ruud, and explains how the Brazilian teenager's game has come together in…
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Jannik Sinner Stunned In The Sun, Roland Garros Thrown Into The Chaos With Barstool Hubbs
Barstool Hubbs joins the podcast to react to one of the most shocking upsets in tennis history, as Jannik Sinner faltered in the heat and lost to Juan Manuel Cerundolo in the second round of Roland Garros. Hubbs breaks down how the sun continues to cause Sinner problems, and what it means for the...
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Medvedev and Fritz Fall, Swiatek's Ostapenko Obstacle and More Roland Garros Reactions With Brett Connors
Brett Connors joins the podcast to recap an entertaining first round at Roland Garros, where Americans Taylor Fritz and Jessica Pegula were knocked out. Connors reacts to another early exit for Daniil Medvedev, Learner Tien's impressive game on clay, and Casper Ruud finding a way to survive and...
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Roland Garros Preview: Inevitable Sinner, Djokovic's Path, The WTA Contender List And A Full Draw Breakdown With Zachary Cohen And Kenny Ducey
Roland Garros is here, and we've got a comprehensive breakdown of the men's and women's draws on this episode! Zachary Cohen and Kenny Ducey return to the show to preview all the action in Paris, with Jannik Sinner as a historic favorite as he begins his quest for the trophy. The guys discuss...
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Shelby Rogers on Svitolina's Italian Triumph, Sinner's Roman Empire And Life After Her Playing Career
Shelby Rogers joins the podcast to recap The Italian Open, where Elina Svitolina went on a sensational run to win the event for the third time. Rogers explains why Svitolina is better than ever and what finalist Coco Gauff can do to keep improving. The former WTA pro also examines the field of...
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Top Clay Court Storylines With Steve Weissman: Gauff and Swiatek Rev Up, Sabalenka and Djokovic Look Ahead and Sinner Seems Invincible
Steve Weissman joins the podcast to discuss all the drama in the pro tennis game, as the road to Roland Garros heats up. Weissman dives into Jannik Sinner's dominance as his aims to collect a fifth straight Masters title in 2026, and examines what it will take to knock him off his throne with…
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USTA Committee Member Jessica McMillen on Growing The Game And Tennis' Place As The Healthiest Sport In The World
Jessica McMillen, a USTA Committee member and Business Development Director for The Capital Area Tennis Association joins the podcast to share her own personal story within the game. McMillen explains how she became involved with tennis, what ignited the passion for helping others, and why...
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Jill Craybas on Marta Kostyuk's Madrid Title, Jannik Sinner's Historic Dominance And More From The Clay
Jill Craybas returns to the podcast to recap another eventful tournament at the Madrid Masters, where Marta Kostyuk and Jannik Sinner reigned supreme. Craybas explains how Kostyuk was able to put everything together and win the biggest title of her career, and how her coach Sandra Zaniewska has...
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Brian Teacher on His Path From SoCal To The Pros, Winning The Australian Open and Founding FullCourtTennis Ton Connect Players To World Class Coaches
He was a Top 10 Tennis player and won a major title, and is now giving back to the game with an innovative approach to coaching. Brian Teacher joins the podcast to discuss FullCourtTennis, the app that pairs world-class coaches with players of all levels, and provides comprehensive videos that...
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Pam Shriver on Alcaraz's Roland Garros Absence, The Depth of The Women's Game, and Developing a Performance Mindset
Pam Shriver joins the podcast for an in depth conversation about the state of the current game, and the latest chapter in her tennis life. The Hall of Famer reacts to the news that Carlos Alcaraz will not defend his Roland Garros title, and discusses the impact it will have on Jannik Sinner…
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David Witt on Breaking Into Coaching With Venus Williams and Working with Pegula, Tiafoe and Aleksandar Kovacevic
Tennis coach David Witt joins the podcast to discuss his long and unique journey in the game, and to explain how he broke into the coaching world and continues to make an impact with the very best players. Witt recounts his first interaction with Venus Williams and how he earned her trust as a...
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An Injured Alcaraz, Fils and Shelton Take Titles and Rybakina Reigns In Stuttgart With Athletic Senior Writer Charlie Eccleshare
The Athletic's Charlie Eccleshare joins the podcast for a wide-ranging topic of the pro game, and to discuss how he became one of the prominent journalists covering tennis. Eccleshare reacts to the news of Carlos Alcaraz's wrist injury and what it means for both the Spaniard and the ATP's top...
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Paul Annacone On The Alcaraz/Sinner Era, Coaching Fritz, and The Future Stars of Tennis
Paul Annacone returns to the podcast for a lengthy conversation about where the pro game is in 2026, and the direction the sport is heading. Annacone assesses the start of the season and goes in depth about coaching Taylor Fritz through some unfortunate injuries, and why their dynamic continues…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Host Mitch Michals takes you inside the world of professional tennis with the past, present, and future of the sport. This podcast features broadcasters, players, and many others who eat, sleep & breathe tennis. Stay in the loop and in the know with The Inside-In Podcast
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Mitch Michals, Bleav
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