Best Tennis Podcasts (2025)

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TFP 393: Q&A Edition — Overcoming Nerves, Serve Power, and Consistent Groundstrokes 30:18

2d ago30:18

30:18

On Episode 393 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I answer insightful questions from the audience about movement, strategy, and tips for improving the consistency of your strokes. I really hope you enjoy the show! If there is a particularly useful piece of advice that you discovered from it, let me know in the comments below. And be sure to subscribe to …

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The Big Picture 40:55

1d ago40:55

40:55

The podcasts favorite guest and sometime co-host Sam Stosur joins Rennae to talk about everything from toilet break rule changes to post-match trauma and going to therapy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Intent Intent Intent Doesn't Exist 44:41

2d ago44:41

44:41

Madison Keys has been a major champion for over a week now! This episode isn’t really about that, but it bears repeating. Checking in on tennis in February, we’ve got Felix winning yet another indoor title, Mertens and Alexandrova making up for somewhat disappointing Australian Opens, and a whole heap of man drama at Davis Cup, featuring one of the…

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Episode 5 - Davis Cup Recap & Vasek's Goodbye 31:38

3d ago31:38

31:38

They came up just short in Davis Cup! Hungary fought past Canada 3-2 in Davis Cup Qualifiers from Montreal to advance to the Group Stage. Hosts Ben and Mike breakdown the action from the weekend including Vasek Pospisil's retirement from Davis Cup. Meanwhile, Felix Auger-Aliassime won his second title of 2025, controversy erupted between Chile and …

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Davis Cup is alive! (if you can find it) 1:22:06

3d ago1:22:06

1:22:06

Catherine, David and Matt convene to round up everything that’s happened in tennis since returning from the Australian Open in Melbourne. Part one - Davis Cup Qualifiers including an impressive comeback from Denmark to beat Serbia, huge drama in the Belgium vs Chile tie, aggro involving Arthur Fils and Thiago Seyboth Wild, and disappointment for Gr…

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TFP 392: From The Big Screen to The Tennis Court with Coach Christopher Crabb – From the 2022 archives 1:17:21

9d ago1:17:21

1:17:21

[From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022] On Episode 392 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with actor and tennis coach Christopher Crabb about how he went from both competing on the court and acting at the highest level to coaching famous celebrities. Chris is a tennis coach in Los Angeles with an A-list rolo…

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Episode 4 - Australian Open recap with Abigail Johnson 47:39

10d ago47:39

47:39

The first tennis major of the season is officially in the books! Jannik Sinner defended his crown in Melbourne, while Madison Keys captured a first ever Grand Slam at the 2025 Australian Open. Tennis commentator Abigail Johnson joins hosts Ben and Mike to break down and analyze the two weeks in Australia, what to make of Novak Djokovic and his futu…

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The Day After a Slam 51:15

11d ago51:15

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Rennae and Andrea break down the business end of the Australian Open, featuring a recap of the glorious matchups between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz, Sinner's dominant Slam performance (and what it will take for Zverev to win one) as well as the story of the tournament: Madison Keys romp to victory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf…

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Truly Madi Deeply 1:06:31

11d ago1:06:31

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This was one of those rare finals weekends where pretty much everything we hoped for came true. A perennial fave of fans and her own coworkers, the one-time prodigy Madison Keys showed remarkable maturity and grit to win her first major title. She let go of the “need” to win a Slam, and then managed to defeat #2 Iga Swiatek and the 2-time defending…

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Champions Corner: Madison Keys gets her Grand Slam 13:06

11d ago13:06

13:06

The first Grand Slam of the 2025 Hologic WTA Season is in the books and Madison Keys is the Australian Open champion. The feel-good story of January sealed the deal on Saturday at Melbourne Park, where she became the first woman in nearly 20 years to defeat World No.1 and No.2 in the semifinals and finals of a Grand Slam. The elated and exhausted c…

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Aus Open Day 15 - Sinner secures third Slam; Zverev protester’s voice is heard 1:07:14

11d ago1:07:14

1:07:14

Catherine, David and Matt react to Jannik Sinner defending his Australian Open title with a straight sets victory over Alexander Zverev. Part one - Sinner’s dominance in the final, a poor performance from Zverev, what the future might hold for both players. Part two (from 39m13s) - Zverev heckled over domestic abuse allegations. Part three (from 46…

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Aus Open Day 14 - Madison's moment 1:00:23

12d ago1:00:23

1:00:23

Catherine, David and Matt discuss how Madison Keys became a Grand Slam champion for the first time, beating Aryna Sabalenka in a compelling and thrilling final at Melbourne Park. Part one - How the women’s final was won and lost, Keys' fast start and boldness in the big moments, how Sabalenka handled a tough night, and Keys explains the importance …

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Aus Open Day 13 - Djokovic hits wall, Sinner cramp question mark, Sabalenka-Keys preview 57:54

13d ago57:54

57:54

Catherine, David and Matt wrap up men’s semi-finals day as Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev booked a Sunday showdown. Part one - Djokovic retires against Zverev, what does the future hold for him? Part two (from 19m36s) - Sinner overcomes Shelton…and cramps Part three (from 35m46s) - Results round up and Sabalenka vs Keys final preview The Tennis…

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Aus Open Day 12 - Major Keys stuns Swiatek 1:04:45

14d ago1:04:45

1:04:45

Catherine, David and Matt recap an extraordinary women's semi-final night as Madison Keys stunned Iga Swiatek in a thriller to set up a final against Aryna Sabalenka. Part one - Keys’ extraordinary win over Swiatek Part two (from 25m46s) - Sabalenka finds her peak to beat Paula Badosa Part three (from 43m37s) - Men’s semi finals preview The Tennis …

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Aus Open Day 11 - Sizzling semis set 59:10

15d ago59:10

59:10

Catherine, David and Matt wrap up Day 11 at the Australian Open as the singles semi-final line-ups were completed. Part one - Women’s Results. Swiatek keeps up incredible form to beat Navarro and set up semi-final clash with Keys. Double bounce controversy. Part two (from 26m15s) - Men’s Results. Sinner demolishes De Minaur yet again, Shelton fight…

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TFP 391: Robin Montgomery — US Open Junior Singles & Doubles Champion – From the 2022 archives 46:30

16d ago46:30

46:30

[From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022] On today’s episode of the podcast, I interviewed 2021 US Open Girls Singles and Doubles Champion Robin Montgomery about her incredible journey from the juniors to the WTA Tour. Robin was born and raised in Washington DC and trains at both the Junior Tennis Champions Cent…

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Aus Open Day 10 - Djokovic vs. Alcaraz reviewed; Gauff floored by Badosa 1:10:16

16d ago1:10:16

1:10:16

Tuesday at the Australian Open was bookended by a pair of extraordinary results as Paula Badosa beat Coco Gauff and Novak Djokovic overcame Carlos Alcaraz. It meant that Catherine, David and Matt were recording the podcast at well after 3am in an adrenaline-fuelled frenzy. Part one - Djokovic vs Alcaraz & Zverev vs Paul review. Part two (from 32m25…

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Broadcasting School 52:08

17d ago52:08

52:08

Rennae brings fellow ESPN commentator Caroline Wozniaki to the pod for the first time to catch up with her comeback, a recap of the Coco Gauff/Paula Badosa match and her predictions for the rest of the tournament. Then Joan Rivers/Andrea Petkovic recaps Aryna Sabalenka’s slugfest against Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, chides the Australian tv pundit Ton…

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I Learned From The Best 1:04:47

17d ago1:04:47

1:04:47

Just past the midway point of the 2025 Australian Open, the big favorites are mostly still here; a few NextGenners made a big splash in week one, including Joao Fonseca and the episode namesake Learner Tien. We'll take you through the draw, the first week highlights, the upsets, and the reverse hex I put on Alejandro ;) As always, we spend a lot of…

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Episode 3 - Australian Open Week 1 with Gill Gross 37:24

17d ago37:24

37:24

We're through one week of action now in Melbourne. This week on Match Point Canada, Tennis Channel commentator and host Monday Match analysis Gill Gross joins Ben to dissect all the action unfolding at the 2025 Australian Open! It's an upcoming showdown between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner has a clear path, and the emergence of …

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Aus Open Day 9 - Heat takes its toll; Alcaraz-Djokovic preview and predictions 1:08:55

17d ago1:08:55

1:08:55

On a scorching day in Melbourne, the quarter-final line-ups were complete. Catherine, David and Matt wrapped it all up at the end of the night. Part one - Men’s Results. Sinner struggles with illness in brutal heat, De Minaur reaches his first Australian Open quarter-final, Monfils’ magic finally runs out, how the compromised matches got us thinkin…

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Aus Open Day 8 - Dull day explodes into controversy 1:14:18

18d ago1:14:18

1:14:18

Day 8 at the Australian Open will not go down in history as a classic Grand Slam day, but it ended in dramatic fashion with Novak Djokovic refusing to do an on court interview after a comment made by a Channel Nine reporter. Catherine, David and Matt discuss it all. Part one - Women’s Results. Gauff and Sabalenka remain on a collision course, but c…

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Aus Open Day 7 - GEMS Life! 1:05:37

19d ago1:05:37

1:05:37

It was another thrilling day at the Australian Open, headlined by shock defeats for Taylor Fritz and Jasmine Paolini, courtesy of GEMS Life. Catherine, David and Matt discuss it all. Part one - Monfils shocks Fritz, Tien and Michelsen back up big wins and keep their runs going, De Minaur battles past Cerundolo. Part two (from 24m00s) - Swiatek domi…

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Aus Open Day 6 - Epics, upsets, fightbacks, FUN! 1:07:30

20d ago1:07:30

1:07:30

There was a familiar Grand Slam feeling for Catherine, David and Matt on Friday - recovering from a 3am finish involving Daniil Medvedev. But fortunately the Australian Open delivered more great tennis. Part one - Men's Results. Draper beats his second Sensation and wins his third straight five setter, Djokovic cruises past the disappointing Machac…

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Aus Open Day 5 - Another new star lights up Melbourne! 1:02:58

21d ago1:02:58

1:02:58

Catherine, David and Matt assemble before and after midnight to review another crazy day at the Australian Open. Part one - Men’s results. Sinner’s slow start against Schoolkate, Sonego stops Fonseca, Fritz’s ruthlessness, Musetti and Shelton set up R3 clash, Hurkacz beaten comprehensively. Part two (from 25m07s) - Women’s results. Raducanu fights …

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Aus Open Day 4 - Electric night follows rainy day; Osaka rolls back the years 1:15:59

22d ago1:15:59

1:15:59

Day four began in thrilling fashion with dramatic matches galore, then became very wet and windy, and finally finished with a feverish atmosphere around the grounds as fans made up for lost time. Catherine, David and Matt react to all the fun. Part one - Women's results. Zheng beaten by Siegemund, Osaka gets revenge on Muchova, Sabalenka and Gauff …

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TFP 390: Why You're Not Improving 18:51

22d ago18:51

18:51

On today’s episode, you’ll learn why you’re not improving in tennis and how to start improving this year. I really hope you enjoy the show! If there is a particularly useful piece of advice that you discovered from it, let me know in the comments below. And be sure to subscribe to Tennis Files to receive the latest tennis content to improve your ga…

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Aus Open Day 3 - Tennis has a new star 1:12:28

23d ago1:12:28

1:12:28

Day three at the Australian Open was another good one and it will be remembered for the astonishing Grand Slam debut of Joao Fonseca. Catherine, David and Matt review it all. Part one - Men's results. Fonseca rocks Rublev - what's so special about him? Medvedev survives against the World No.418, De Minaur beats Botic, Shelton impresses against Naka…

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Live From Melbourne 35:29

25d ago35:29

35:29

Rennae and Petko are back in effect down under, coming through live from the Australian Open with behind-the-scenes takes on the first two rounds of play, including Coco Gauff's massive improvement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Aus Open Day 2 - The REAL Day One Delivers 1:11:07

24d ago1:11:07

1:11:07

After a slow start on Sunday, the Australian Open really got going on Monday, with big names in action and stories galore. Catherine, David and Matt got stuck into it all. Part one - Men's results. Basavareddy impresses, how Djokovic and Murray need to get to know each other, Alcaraz and Sinner through in straight sets, Michelsen schools jades Tsit…

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Episode 2 - Australian Open Preview with Daniela Hantuchova 57:11

25d ago57:11

57:11

She was a four-time Grand Slam champion in mixed doubles, a 7-time WTA singles winner, and reached a career high of No. 5 in the world. Daniela Hantuchova is back on Match Point Canada as the Happy Slam gets underway in Melbourne! She reflects on career moments in Australia and in doubles, gives her analysis on the field including why Aryna Sabalen…

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Aus Open Day 1 - We Bring The Vibes on Vibe-free Day 1:01:39

25d ago1:01:39

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Day One at this year's Australian Open wasn't a classic. Rain delayed much of the action and when the avalanche of matches finally took to court, they weren't exactly thrillers. But Catherine, David and Matt still had plenty to discuss as they recorded on 1573 Arena at Melbourne Park. Part one - Women's results and stories including Sabalenka feeli…

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Mercury Rising: Australian Open Preview 1:05:30

26d ago1:05:30

1:05:30

And just like that, the 2025 Australian Open is nearly underway. It’s the 40th major we’ve covered as a podcast, and our draw previews are still as prediction-free as always. We touch on a few of the themes to watch out for in Melbourne – Sinner’s emotional state, Rybakina’s coaching situation, Novak as #7 seed and poisonee – but mostly this is a l…

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Aus Open Preview - Let’s get pumped! 1:17:07

26d ago1:17:07

1:17:07

On the eve of the Australian Open, Catherine, David and Matt were live on YouTube to get hyped for the start of the tournament. Part one - Our reaction to press conferences from Carlos Alcaraz, Jack Draper, Elena Rybakina and Mirra Andreeva. Part two (from 36m47s) - Titles for Gael Monfils, Felix Auger-Aliassime, Madison Keys and McCartney Kessler.…

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Aus Open - Draw dissection, player chats and punchy predictions 1:39:48

27d ago1:39:48

1:39:48

Melbourne! Catherine, David and Matt are in position for 17 podcasts in 17 days, and in this one they go through the draws and tell tales from their chats with players in the interview room. Part One - Men's draw dissection. Who's got the toughest draw, will Alcaraz - Djokovic happen and who wins if it does? Plus, David details the results of his l…

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TFP 389: How to Conquer Your Tennis Goals in 2025 with Peter Freeman 39:59

30d ago39:59

39:59

On today’s episode of the podcast, you’ll learn how to conquer your tennis goals in 2025 with coach Peter Freeman. In this interview, you’ll learn why players don’t reach their goals, how to focus on the process and not on the result, the importance of having a coach to help achieve your tennis goals, how to improve your deep practice element, and …

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Obsessed 1:06:57

1M ago1:06:57

1:06:57

Welcome to season 11 of The Body Serve! We're catching you up on the barely existent off-season, including the most important Joaos, Max Purcell turning himself in, and Jenson Broosky’s brave statement about autism. Even though one of us rejects any “2025” tennis that occurs before January 1, 2025, we talk through the season’s early results, includ…

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Episode 1 - Belinda Bencic 46:52

1M ago46:52

46:52

Happy New Year! Match Point Canada is officially back with our first episode of 2025, and thrilled to welcome returning guest Belinda Bencic to the podcast. The gold medallist and 8-time WTA singles winner officially returned to the circuit late last year and has quickly found her form and game as she gears up for the Australian Open. We discuss he…

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New Year, New You 1:07:04

1M ago1:07:04

1:07:04

Rennae and Caitlin talk DOs and DON’Ts for 2025, shout out Coco Gauff for carrying the US to victory in the United Cup, applaud the WTA for taking a firm stand in the Elena Rybakina coaching conflagration, and scratch our heads at Nick Kyrgios latest foolishness. Plus: a sit-down with e.l.f. CMO Kory Marchisotto on putting money where it matters in…

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Champions Corner: New season, same Coco 9:49

1M ago9:49

9:49

Coco Gauff picked up right where she left off to start the 2025 Hologic WTA Tour season. The World No.3 went undefeated at the United Cup to help lead Team USA to its second title at the mixed-teams event, punctuated by a hard-fought win over No.2 Iga Swiatek.By WTA Insider

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'New' Coco Gauff downs Swiatek; Machac melts down; Rybakina coaching news rocks tennis 1:19:00

1M ago1:19:00

1:19:00

It's been quite a week. Catherine, David and Matt convene to review the United Cup, Brisbane, Auckland, the extraordinary performances of Coco Gauff, and an increasingly disturbing storyline on the WTA Tour. Part one - Coco Gauff, Taylor Fritz give US victory in the United Cup. Is this a new Gauff? Plus, Tomas Machac shows his two sides, and Elena …

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TFP 388: Dr. Mark Kovacs — How to Create A Fitness Plan to Level Up Your Game – From the 2022 archives 1:02:01

1M ago1:02:01

1:02:01

[From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022] On Episode 388 of The Tennis Files Podcast, world renowned sports science and fitness expert Dr. Mark Kovacs will reveal how to create a fitness plan to level up your game. Mark is a performance physiologist, researcher, professor, author, speaker and coach with an exten…

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Same year, new season! 1:05:45

1M ago1:05:45

1:05:45

Catherine is in Perth for the United Cup and she’s joined by Matt to discuss everything they’ve seen and soaked up from the first tournament of the new season. Part one - Headlines from Perth including Elena Rybakina’s new partnership with Goran Ivanisevic, Leylah Fernandez’s serve vs Taylor Fritz, and the lack of vibes in Team Greece. Part two (fr…

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Travel Diaries with Nick Pachelli 50:57

1M ago50:57

50:57

Rennae and Caitlin sit down with Nick Pachelli, author of the tennis world's most coveted coffee-table travel book The Tennis Court, to discuss his favorite travel destinations, which locations might appear in a hypothetical sequel book, and which tennis personalities we all think would make for the best travel companions. Let us know your picks in…

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TFP 387: The Djokovic Australian Open Saga and Tournament Preview with Gill Gross – From the 2022 archives 1:09:14

1M ago1:09:14

1:09:14

[From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022] On Episode 387 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with fellow content creator and Tennis Channel Podcast Network host Gill Gross about Novak Djokovic’s visa cancellations and our predictions for the Australian Open. Gill is the host of Monday Match Analysis on the Gill…

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Adiós a Todos 1:18:27

1M ago1:18:27

1:18:27

We never knew how much we’d miss “hola a todos” until it turned into an adiós. Rafael Nadal Parera ended his tennis career at this year’s Davis Cup, leaving with with 22 major singles titles, a Career Golden Slam, every clay record you can think of, and a litany of quotable moments. We’ve been Rafa fans since the early days, when they said he was a…

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2025 Predictions Pt. 2: More Women, A few Men 43:36

2M ago43:36

43:36

Will 2024 be Iga's year of purging demons so 2025 can come back stronger? What was with Paula Badosa's strange US Open ender? Yes, Rennae and Petko finally discuss some of the men and what they might get up to next year (including Rybakina's new coach, Goran)! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Feature Interview - Stacey Fung 14:02

2M ago14:02

14:02

While 2024 is winding down, the latest tennis season is already in full flight. Canadian tennis player Stacey Fung makes her first appearance on Match Point Canada this week as she joins host Ben Lewis to discuss competing for her nation at the upcoming United Cup in Australia. Fung also looks back at her performances this season including a title …

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TFP 386: How to Structure Your Diet for Optimal Performance with Tara Collingwood – From the 2022 archives 1:08:37

2M ago1:08:37

1:08:37

[From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022] On Episode 386 of The Tennis Files Podcast, Sports Dietitian Tara Collingwood reveals how to make small changes in your diet to boost your energy and performance on the tennis court. Tara is a nutrition consultant to the United States Tennis Association’s (USTA) National…

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"This, That, or the Other" w/ Rennae Stubbs 20:28

2M ago20:28

20:28

Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: former tennis player and host of "The Rennae Stubbs Tennis Podcast," Rennae Stubbs! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals such as “Ask Chat GPT” and audio rebuses. Subscribe to The…

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