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    Beyond The Baseline: SI’s Tennis Podcast with Jon Wertheim

    The premiere Tennis podcast, featuring incredible guests and spot on analysis by the one and only Jon Wertheim.

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    Introducing: The Bag - A show about Sports, Money, and Making It Sep 20, 2022

    Ever wonder how some teams can seemingly do everything wrong and still generate record-profits? Or how some athletes end up going broke? Or why suddenly, everyone in pro sports seems to be obsessed with cryptocurrency? Former NFL running back (and Dancing With The Stars champ) Rashad Jennings has teamed up with award-winning journalist Lindsay McComick to help make sense of all the dollars, NFTs, cryptos and contracts that make up modern sports. They'll talk to gambling experts, NIL insiders, star athletes, agents, business mavens and more to bring you insights from all the intersections of sports and money. From Sports Illustrated and iHeart Radio - what are you waiting for? Get The Bag.

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    Katrina Adams May 06, 2021

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with former USTA president and CEO Katrina Adams about her new book, Own the Arena: Getting Ahead, Making a Difference, and Succeeding as the Only One, which was released in February 2021 and features stories about her life and career. Wertheim and Adams also discuss her current relationship and connection with tennis; how she transitioned to her executive positions; her work with the Harlem Junior Tennis and Education Program and much more.

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    20-Year-Old American Jenson Brooksby Apr 30, 2021

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with 20-year-old American Jenson Brooksby. After not playing a match in 2020, Brooksby has won three Challenger titles so far in 2021 and he talks about his recent success, his rise in the rankings from outside the top 300 to No. 166 and much more. Wertheim and Brooksby also discuss what it is like to play at the Challenger level, his training, his goals for the rest of year and more.

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    Clay Season Check-In Apr 22, 2021

    On this week's episode, as the tennis calendar turns to the clay season, host Jon Wertheim and senior editor Jamie Lisanti discuss the trending topics, recent results and upcoming tournaments, including the early losses from Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal in Monte Carlo and what it means for the upcoming French Open; the WTA results in Charleston, including winner Astra Sharma; how long layoffs and adjusted schedules are impacting player performances; and much more.

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    ATP Chairman Andrea Gaudenzi Apr 15, 2021

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with ATP Chairman Andrea Gaudenzi in a wide-ranging conversation about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic; the proposed merger with women's tennis; how the ATP can become a bigger player in the media space; Gaudenzi's experience as a tennis player and how he made the transition to business; and much more.

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    Michael Chang Apr 08, 2021

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim is joined by Michael Chang to discuss the tour's transition to clay, including the upcoming French Open; how he fared with Zoom coaching during the pandemic and how he's working with Kei Nishikori currently; how he spent his time during the coronavirus lockdown; and more. Wertheim and Chang also discuss the surge of anti-Asian violence in the U.S. and Chang's experience with racism over the course of his career.

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    Miami Open 2021 Top Storylines Apr 01, 2021

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with senior editor Jamie Lisanti about the latest headlines and hot topics from the Miami Open. Wertheim and Lisanti talk about the results through the quarterfinals of the tournament, including Naomi Osaka's loss and Daniil Medvedev's exit; the impact of the absence of Serena Williams and the Big Three; the tournament's prize money decrease and lack of fans; and much more.

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    ATP World No. 25 Casper Ruud Mar 18, 2021

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Norwegian tennis player and ATP World No. 25 Casper Ruud. From a tournament in Acapulco, Mexico, the 22-year-old Ruud talks with Wertheim about his rise in the rankings over the past year; his thoughts on tennis, COVID-19 and the vaccine; his home country of Norway; his time spent training in Mallorca with Rafael Nadal; the Big Three; and much more.

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    USTA CEO and Executive Director Mike Dowse Mar 11, 2021

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with USTA CEO and executive director Mike Dowse about his experience in his role during the COVID-19 pandemic; the rise of tennis participation rates in the United States in the wake of the coronavirus and social-distancing measures; how the USTA is looking to build on that; how the pros can help spur more participation among young athletes; the 2020 U.S. Open; and much more.

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    Wrapping Up the 2021 Australian Open Feb 25, 2021

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim with senior editor Jamie Lisanti about the 2021 Australian results and the upcoming tournaments on the tennis calendar. Wertheim and Lisanti discuss Novak Djokovic's ninth Australian Open title; the extended dominance of the Big Three; Daniil Medvedev's comments after the final; Naomi Osaka's win over Jennifer Brady and her future; the upcoming Miami Open and more.

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    2021 Australian Open: Week Two Updates Feb 18, 2021

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with senior editor Jamie Lisanti about the top storylines from the second week of play at the 2021 Australian Open, as the tournament rounds the corner into the final weekend. Wertheim and Lisanti discuss Naomi Osaka's commanding win over Serena Williams in the semifinals; the possible options for Serena's future; Osaka's rise and unique traits that make her so dominant; Rafael Nadal's loss to Stefanos Tsitsipas in the quarterfinals; American Jennifer Brady's run to her first Grand Slam final; and much more.

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    Top Storylines from the 2021 Australian Open Feb 12, 2021

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with senior editor Jamie Lisanti after the first week of play at the 2021 Australian Open in Melbourne. Reporting from the Tennis Channel headquarters in California, Wertheim talks with Lisanti about the early upsets, including defending champion Sofia Kenin's second-round exit; Novak Djokovic's five-set win over Taylor Fritz and the potential impact of his apparent injury; Serena Williams' chase for major title No. 24; the tournament's recent lockdown and removal of fans from the matches; and much more.

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    Previewing the 2021 Australian Open with Chanda Rubin Feb 05, 2021

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with former player and current Tennis Channel commentator Chanda Rubin. Ahead of the delayed release of the 2021 Australian Open draws, Wertheim and Rubin preview the tournament, discussing the top seeds and dark horses; predictions for the men's and women's champions; the impact of COVID-19; and much more.

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    Renée Richards Jan 28, 2021

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with former tennis player, eye doctor and transgender pioneer, Renée Richards. Wertheim and Richards discuss her forthcoming book about her medical practice and healthcare in the 21st century; her current relationship with tennis and golf and how often she still plays, at age 86; her role as a transgender pioneer; and much more.

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    Robbie Koenig from Melbourne on 2021 Australian Open Jan 20, 2021

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Robbie Koenig from Melbourne to discuss the 2021 Australian Open and the early challenges the tournament is facing with positive COVID-19 tests, player controversies and more. Wertheim and Koenig talk about the quarantine conditions in Australia, including Koenig's own experience in a 14-day hotel lockdown; the COVID-19 protocols; how the challenges will impact the tournament and the players; whether or not there has been unfair treatment among the players; and much more.

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    The Social Dilemma's Randy Fernando Jan 14, 2021

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Randy Fernando, co-founder and executive director at the Center for Humane Technology, a nonprofit dedicated to realigning technology with humanity's best interests, who was featured in the Netflix blockbuster The Social Dilemma. Wertheim and Fernando discuss the intersection of social media and tennis, including the problem of trolls and how social network platforms can impact players, fans and more.

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    2021 Predictions, Latest Headlines Jan 07, 2021

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with senior editor Jamie Lisanti about his 2021 predictions column and the latest headlines in tennis, including a conversation with Sam Querrey about his COVID-19 experience. Wertheim and Lisanti discuss the 2021 calendar; the possibility of first-time major winners this season; Roger Federer and Serena Williams in 2021 and the possibility of retirement announcements; and more.

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    Five Storylines for 2021 Dec 17, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim and senior editor Jamie Lisanti share their final thoughts on the 2020 season, including the major winners and how tennis fared during a tumultuous year. Wertheim and Lisanti also lookahead to next season to discuss 2021's top storylines, including the schedule for the beginning of the season; Roger Federer's injury and return; Naomi Osaka's next steps and much more.

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    Stanford's Dick Gould and 19-Year-Old American Brandon Nakashima Dec 10, 2020

    On this week's podcast, host Jon Wertheim talks with two guests: first, Stanford University's director of tennis and longtime coach Dick Gould, followed by a wide-ranging conversation with 19-year-old American and rising ATP player, Brandon Nakashima. Wertheim and Gould discuss the state of college tennis; Gould's experience coaching John McEnroe; international players in the sport; and much more. Next, Nakashima joins Wertheim to discuss his jump to No. 166 in the ATP rankings; what the jump from college tennis to the pros has been like; how he has dealt with the coronavirus and changes to the sport this season, and much more.

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    IMG's Max Eisenbud on 2021 Tennis Dec 03, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim is joined by veteran tennis agent and vice president of IMG tennis, Max Eisenbud. The pair discusses the 2021 season, beginning with the news on scheduling and protocols at the 2021 Australian Open; how tennis has held up in this strange year; how players and agents have dealt with the sport's shutdown and the pandemic; why Eisenbud does not agree with the WTA's China policy and much more.

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    WTA Year-End Awards for 2020 Nov 19, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with senior editor and producer Jamie Lisanti about the WTA year-end awards for 2020, including Player of the Year, Newcomer of the Year, Most Improved Player of the Year and Comeback Player of the Year, among other honors. Wertheim and Lisanti also discuss the ATP Finals; Alexander Zverev; the 2021 Australian Open and the recent travel restrictions; and more.

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    Tennis Channel President Ken Solomon Nov 12, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Tennis Channel President Ken Solomon about the network's recent deal with the ATP for multiyear television and digital rights that will make Tennis Channel the exclusive U.S. television home of the majority of ATP Tour events, beginning in 2021. Wertheim and Solomon also discuss Tennis Channel's growth and plans for the future; the decline of sports ratings in general in 2020; and much more.

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    Tennis Strategy Coach Craig O'Shannessy Nov 05, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with tennis strategy coach and data guru, Craig O'Shannessy. The pair discusses his work with various players, including Novak Djokovic, and how they utilize stats in preparation for opponents; how he uses probability to help understand percentages and patterns during matches; what tennis data can predict about players' performances and match outcomes; the insights he's found over the course of tournaments; and much more.

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    Behavioral Psychologist Thomas Gilovich and Former UMass Player Brittany Collens Oct 29, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with two guests. First, Thomas Gilovich, the chair of psychology at Cornell University and a leading behavioral economist, discusses the theory on why we don't mind when tennis players win lots of titles but we don't feel the same way with teams. Gilovich also explains some of his other work and theories related to sports. Next, Wertheim speaks with former UMass tennis player Brittany Collens to explain why the NCAA is stripping the UMass women's tennis team of three years of victories over the improper reimbursement of $252 for a dorm room phone line.

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    Longtime ATP Tour Insider Weller Evans Oct 22, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim speaks with former ATP Tour manager and tennis insider Weller Evans about his career in the sport in a fairly unknown position with the ATP; what it was like to travel on the ATP Tour for nearly an entire year throughout his career; his interactions with players over the years; lessons he learned over the years; the ATP rankings and tennis in 2020; his advice on how to get a career in tennis; and much more.

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    Storylines from Roland Garros 2020 Oct 08, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim checks in with Jamie Lisanti from Roland Garros 2020 in Paris ahead of the final weekend to discuss the tournament's top storylines, including the cold weather and how it is impacting tennis; Simona Halep's surprising loss; the rise of 19-year-olds Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner; Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic's chances on the men's side; and much more.

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    Checking in from Roland Garros 2020 Oct 02, 2020

    On this week's episode, Jon Wertheim checks in from Paris at Roland Garros 2020 to discuss the tournament's top storylines thus far with producer and senior editor Jamie Lisanti. Reporting from the Roland Garros grounds, Wertheim talks with Lisanti about the cold, rainy weather during the tournament so far and how the environment and surface changes are impacting the players; the upsets and impressive players through Week One; the impact of COVID-19; Serena Williams's withdrawal due to an Achilles injury and what it means for her going forward; the upcoming 2021 Australian Open and much more.

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    Chanda Rubin Previews the 2020 French Open Sep 24, 2020

    On this week's episode, former top 10 player and current Tennis Channel broadcaster Chanda Rubin joins the podcast to preview the 2020 French Open. Wertheim and Rubin discuss the quick transition to clay from the U.S. Open hard courts; the absences of top players and how it will affect the draw; the chances of Rafael Nadal and Simona Halep winning titles in Paris; how the fall timing and cooler temperatures will impact play; and much more.

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    2020 U.S. Open Champion Dominic Thiem and Cognitive Scientist Sian Beilock Sep 15, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with two guests. First, Dominic Thiem joins the podcast less than 24 hours after winning his first career Grand Slam title over Alexander Zverev at the 2020 U.S. Open in New York. Thiem shares his thoughts on the championship match against Zverev, how he dealt with pressure during the tournament; how winning this title will impact him going forward; and more. Then, Barnard College president and cognitive scientist Sian Beilock discusses the absence of fans at the 2020 U.S. Open and its impact on the players; the concept of pressure, especially as it relates to the tournament's semifinalists and finalists; and more.

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    Storylines from the 2020 U.S. Open Sep 10, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with producer and senior editor Jamie Lisanti about the top headlines from the 2020 U.S. Open, including Novak Djokovic's default and the repercussions of the incident; the players who have impressed thus far in the tournament; Serena Williams and her chances at the elusive 24th major title; the men's player with the best chance at the title with the Big Three absent; and much more.

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    Kevin Anderson on 2020 U.S. Open, New Players' Association Proposal Sep 03, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Jamie Lisanti about the news and storylines from the first week of the 2020 U.S. Open in New York and with Kevin Anderson, following his first-round loss to Alexander Zverev. Wertheim and Anderson discuss the U.S. Open bubble and COVID-19 protocol; his thoughts on the newly-proposed Professional Tennis Players Association, especially as a long-standing member of the ATP Player Council; and much more.

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    Lindsay Davenport and the US Open Aug 27, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks to Lindsay Davenport about the start of the U.S. Open

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    Stacey Allaster on 2020 U.S. Open Protocols Aug 20, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with USTA chief executive and U.S. Open tournament director Stacey Allaster about the protocols and new rules in place for the 2020 U.S. Open, set to start on Aug. 31 in New York. Allaster shares the details and regulations of the tournament's COVID-19 testing; the protocols of the bubble in New York; the USTA's new regulations on messages of social justice on their attire and shoes; what the event will look like as compared to years past; and much more.

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    Next-Gen ATP Star Jannik Sinner Aug 13, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with 18-year-old Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner. One of the ATP's Next-Gen stars, Sinner discusses what this year has been like for him with the coronavirus pandemic, just after winning the 2019 Next-Gen ATP Finals; his unlikely backstory and upbringing; how he has raised funds for COVID-19 relief; what he is most looking forward to when he returns to playing tennis; and much more.

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    Patrick Mouratoglou and Andrea Leand Aug 06, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with two guests in anticipation of the 2020 U.S. Open. First, Patrick Mouratoglou joins the podcast to reassess the Ultimate Tennis Showdown league and to talk about what worked and what didn't and the lessons learned. Wertheim and Mouratoglou also talk about Serena Williams, including what she needs to do win the elusive 24th major title, how she's handling pressure, what she needs to do differently and her disposition during the coronavirus and tennis hiatus. Then, Andrea Leand joins to discuss her time at the Greenbrier watching World TeamTennis matches, the tennis bubble, what the 2020 U.S. Open could look like and more.

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    Sam Querrey and Eric Hutchinson Jul 30, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with two guests: World No. 45 Sam Querrey and singer, songwriter and longtime tennis fan, Eric Hutchinson. From the World TeamTennis bubble at the Greenbrier in West Virginia, Querrey discusses what it's been like to play WTT matches at the resort; how he spent his quarantine; how he continued to train and maintain his fitness during the hiatus; what he is expecting for the 2020 U.S. Open and tennis in the post-coronavirus era; and much more. Then, Hutchinson joins the podcast to talk Wertheim about what it's like to be a solo artist during this time; the process of creating an album during a pandemic; what the overlaps between music and tennis are right now; and more.

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    Steve Flink on Pete Sampras Jul 23, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Hall of Fame tennis journalist, historian and author, Steve Flink about his upcoming book, Pete Sampras: Greatness Revisited. Wertheim and Flink discuss Sampras's legacy, revisit his career and reflect on his accomplishments compared to the stars of the game today; and much more.

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    World TeamTennis CEO Carlos Silva Jul 09, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with World TeamTennis CEO Carlos Silva. A former player and longtime media executive, Silva discusses the 2020 World TeamTennis season and the health and safety protocols in place; what it's like to stage an event amid the coronavirus pandemic; where the league fits into the tennis calendar as a whole; Silva's experience with the sport as a former player; and much more.

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    Former Player and Agent Donald Dell Jun 30, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with former player, broadcaster, agent and more, Donald Dell. Wertheim and Dell talk about the prospect of combining the men's and women's tours; the current state of tennis right now, especially amidst the coronavirus pandemic; what the USTA and the sport as a whole can do to attract young athletes to tennis; and much more.

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    Novak Djokovic and the Adria Tour Antics Jun 25, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Jamie Lisanti about Novak Djokovic and his Adria Tour, an exhibition series that was scheduled to be played in Croatia and Serbia over four weeks. After Djokovic and other players tested positive for coronavirus and the event was shut down, Wertheim and Lisanti discuss Djokovic's decision-making in the process of organizing the event; the impact of the players' actions and positive tests on tennis as a whole and upcoming tournaments, such as the U.S. Open; and much more.

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    Sameer Pandya on "Members Only" Book Jun 18, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with author Sameer Pandya about his forthcoming book, Members Only, which explores the complicated space between black and white America through the character Raj Bhatt and his experiences at a posh tennis club. Wertheim and Pandya discuss the role tennis plays in the humorous, fictional book, how the story can help us think about larger issues in today's world like racism and prejudice, tennis writing as a whole and much more. Also, Wertheim and Jamie Lisanti discuss the 2020 U.S. Open and the questions surrounding the decision to hold the tournament in late August in New York.

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    Patrick Mouratoglou on Ultimate Tennis Showdown Jun 11, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Patrick Mouratoglou, coach of Serena Williams and the mind behind the new Ultimate Tennis Showdown (UTS), a round-robin tournament that will be played at Mouratoglou's tennis academy on the French Riviera over the summer. Mouratoglou discusses why he believes it is important to create a faster-paced game that is more appealing to young fans; why he hopes the format will encourage players to show more emotion; what he is advising Serena to do for the 2020 U.S. Open and much more.

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    James Blake on Police Brutality, Racial Injustice Jun 03, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim speaks with former player and current Miami Open tournament director, James Blake. In the wake of national unrest and anger following the killing of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer, Blake recalls his own experience with police brutality in 2015, when he was slammed to the ground by an NYPD officer outside of a Manhattan hotel. Blake discusses his thoughts on Floyd and the current protests across the country; what he learned from his experience; how he is currently using his platform to speak out against racism and police brutality; and much more.

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    Madison Keys on Kindness in Competition May 28, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with World No. 13 Madison Keys, who has been staying in Florida during the tennis hiatus. Keys discusses her Kindness Wins initiatives within tennis and other professional sports and how she is helping athletes at all levels understand that compassion and kindness are possible, even in the most competitive environments. Wertheim and Keys also discuss her training over the past few months, what she is expecting when tennis returns, her participation in the upcoming Charleston event and much more.

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    St. Edwards University Senior Chase Bartlett May 21, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with St. Edwards University senior tennis player, Chase Bartlett about his school's decision to cut the men's and women's tennis programs as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Bartlett explains how he and other students have been fighting back and pushing the school's administration to pursue other creative solutions instead of eliminating the team; how valuable his team and college tennis experience was to him; how the pandemic will impact college sports in general and more.

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    USTA Chief Medical Officer Dr. Brian Hainline May 14, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with USTA and NCAA chief medical officer, Dr. Brian Hainline. With various solutions and scenarios for the return of sports under consideration, Dr. Hainline discusses exactly what it will take for sports to come back; pros and cons of the "closed-door" scenario; the unique challenges that tennis faces in returning, including the specific circumstances that must be in place in order for the 2020 U.S. Open to go on as planned; and much more.

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    Agent Max Eisenbud on the Current State of Tennis May 07, 2020

    On this week's episode, veteran tennis agent Max Eisenbud returns to the podcast for an update on the state of tennis from his perspective, including how players are navigating this time in terms of training and finances. Wertheim and Eisenbud talk about the possibility of tennis returning in 2020; the challenges facing players at this time; insider details on how Eisenbud works with a client on various off-the-court ventures; and much more.

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    The Record: Venus and Serena Williams: We Told You So May 01, 2020

    Sports Illustrated is opening up the SI Vault and examining its most consequential work about moments like this one that defined the most legendary athletes in sports through its new podcast, The Record. The 1999 Lipton Championships final in Miami marked the first time that Venus and Serena Williams faced each other in a title match. It also gave the world its first glimpse at the future of tennis. Jon Wertheim revisits the Williams sisters’ arrival and their historical final, and talks with Jamie Lisanti about the significance of the moment and why their story is one of the most underrated in sports.



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    Sports Psychologist and Performance Coach Dr. Jonathan Katz Apr 30, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Dr. Jonathan Katz, a sports psychologist and performance coach based in Austin, Texas, who works with tennis players at the college and pro levels, in addition to athletes in other sports. Wertheim and Dr. Katz discuss the psychological impact that the coronavirus pandemic will have on athletes; how financial stresses during this time can impact athletes; the mental health dimensions of being a pro tennis player; and much more.

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    Joe Posnanski on Comparing and Choosing the Greatest Players Apr 16, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with former Sports Illustrated writer and current writer at The Athletic, Joe Posnanski. Although many know Posnanski for his baseball expertise, he's actually a self-proclaimed "hardcore tennis fan" who has spent a lot of time during this quarantine watching old tennis matches on YouTube. Wertheim and Posnanski discuss his fondness for Novak Djokovic; the criteria and process used to make inter-era comparisons in sports, specifically for tennis and baseball; how people determine the greatest players in the sport; Hall of Fame debates; and much more.

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    Ted Robinson: What Does Tennis Look Like When It Returns? Apr 09, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with longtime commentator Ted Robinson in a revival of "Passing Shots," where the pair bounces various tennis topics back and forth. Wertheim and Robinson talk about what tennis will like look when it is finally able to return; the logistics of a return; the impact (and possible benefit) of a long layoff on players, including the financial consequences for some; and much more.

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    Quarantined Bob and Mike Bryan on Tennis Hiatus Apr 02, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Bob and Mike Bryan from their homes in California, where they have been sheltering-in-place with their respective families due to the coronavirus pandemic. Since the Bryan Bros. expected 2020 to be their final season before ending their tennis careers, the pair discusses the impact of the pandemic on their impending retirement and decision to play beyond 2020, as well as how they have been handling the hiatus, how they expect the rest of the season to play out, and much more.

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    The Coronavirus Pandemic's Immediate Impact on Tennis Mar 26, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Jamie Lisanti (from a very safe social distance) about the week's headlines in tennis, which have been undoubtedly dominated by the global coronavirus crisis. Wertheim and Lisanti discuss the immediate impact of the pandemic on tennis, including scheduling changes; the French Open's bold move to September; how the players are dealing with the hiatus and much more.

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    Vasek Pospisil on Coronavirus Impact, Tennis Hiatus Mar 18, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with ATP player Vasek Pospisil from his home in Canada, where is he currently quarantined amidst the coronavirus pandemic and ATP Tour suspension of tournaments. Pospisil talks about how he is spending his time at home; why he thinks the tennis tour will be suspended for much longer than six weeks; his thoughts on the communication of the tours and tournaments; how he's managing finances and what economic obstacles other players not in his position might face; how he's planning to keep up his fitness and nutrition; why he's likely going to stay away from the courts and ball-hitting for the foreseeable future; and much more.

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    Dr. Celine Gounder on the Effect of Coronavirus on Tennis Mar 10, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with infectious diseases specialist Dr. Celine Gounder about the cancellation of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells after a case of coronavirus was confirmed in the area where the tournament was set to be held. Host of the podcast, "Epidemic," Dr. Gounder discusses the details of coronavirus and how it spreads; the impact and risk of the pandemic for athletes and sporting events, including how tournament organizers should assess future events and much more.

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    Veteran Tennis Agent Max Eisenbud Mar 04, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim sits down with Max Eisenbud, the Senior Vice President of Tennis at IMG to talk about a career in agenting, the state of the business and thoughts on Maria Sharapova, his longtime client who recently retired.

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    Maria Sharapova's Retirement from Tennis Feb 26, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim and Jamie Lisanti discuss Maria Sharapova's retirement from tennis at the age of 32. After Sharapova made the announcement in a Vanity Fair article, Wertheim and Lisanti talk about the February timing; Sharapova's decades-long career and achievements; the legacy she leaves behind; her potential options for a second career after tennis; and more.

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    2020 Australian Open Champion Sonya Kenin Feb 20, 2020

    On this week's epsiode, host Jon Wertheim talks with 21-year-old Sofia Kenin, just a few weeks after winning her first major title at the 2020 Australian Open. Kenin recounts the road to her remarkable win, including the final match against Garbine Muguruza, and explains her mindset throughout the tournament. Kenin and Wertheim also talk about how she celebrated her first Grand Slam, how the moment compared to how she envisioned it; what her goals are for the rest of the 2020 season; and much more.

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    Robbie Koenig on Match in Africa, Federer and Nadal Feb 13, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Robbie Koenig following the 2020 Match in Africa exhibition event in South Africa, where Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal played with celebrities such as Trevor Noah and Bill Gates for charity. Koenig discusses the impact of the event on tennis in Africa as a whole; the interesting dynamics and friendship between Nadal and Federer; tennis analytics and much more.

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    Tennys Sandgren on 2020 Australian Open Run Feb 06, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Tennys Sandgren about his quarterfinals run at the 2020 Australian Open, where he lost to Roger Federer. Now up to No. 56 in the rankings, Sandgren discusses his training regimen; how he deals with injuries and setbacks in his career; what it's like to play against some of the top players like Federer; how he works through a match mentally; his goals for the rest of the season; and much more.

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    Goran Ivanisevic on Coaching Djokovic, Hall of Fame Jan 30, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Goran Ivanisevic from the 2020 Australian Open in Melbourne. After it was announced that Wimbledon champions Ivanisevic and Conchita Martinez were elected to the International Tennis Hall of Fame for 2020, Ivanisevic talks about how he found out about the news and what it means to him. Ivanisevic also talks about his coaching relationship with Novak Djokovic and gives insight into his training, preparation and mindset, as well as his matches at the 2020 Australian Open and much more

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    Previewing the 2020 Australian Open Jan 16, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim and Jamie Lisanti preview the 2020 Australian Open, breaking down the men's and women's draws and discussing the ongoing impact of the wildfires—including the resulting smoke, haze and air quality issues—on the first Grand Slam tournament of the year. Wertheim and Lisanti make their picks and predictions for the men's and women's winners, name their dark horses and players to watch and more.

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    Inside an Offseason Visit to Rafael Nadal in Mallorca Jan 09, 2020

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Jamie Lisanti about a recent visit to Mallorca, Spain, where he spent time with World No. 1 Rafael Nadal in his hometown as part of an interview for 60 Minutes, airing Sunday, January 12 on CBS. Wertheim talks about the experience of visiting Nadal in Mallorca and how the laidback town impacts the 33-year-old's tennis career and personal life; what Nadal had to say about Roger Federer during the interview; and much more,

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    Handing Out the 2019 ATP and WTA Awards Dec 05, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim and Jamie Lisanti recap the season and hand out the 2019 ATP and WTA year-end awards, including: the men's and women's MVPs, breakout players of the year, newcomers of the year, best doubles teams of the year, the best quotes of the year, the top coaches, the most improved players, the best matches of the year, the top stories and more. Wertheim and Lisanti also look ahead to the 2020 season and outline the players and storylines that will define the upcoming year in tennis.


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    Coco Gauff Reflects on her 2019 Breakout Season Nov 21, 2019

    On the latest edition of the Beyond the Baseline Podcast, host Jon Wertheim talks with 15-year-old Coco Gauff following her breakout 2019 season. Gauff talks about the goals she set for herself in the beginning of the season and what it's like to have achieved them; how she's dealing with the spotlight; how she manages school, practice and fitness throughout the year; what the locker room is like for a player her age; and much more.


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    Sloane Stephens on Why She Hosted a Diversity Camp for Juniors Nov 13, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim catches up with 2017 U.S. Open champion and WTA Players' Council member Sloane Stephens, who discusses her recent involvement with a three-day diversity camp she underwrote and helped organize in Orlando, Fla., with junior players from around the country who missed out on grants from the USTA. Stephens talks about her experience with the camp in 2005 and why it was important for her to host it, as well as race and diversity in tennis today, how she balances mentorship and competition in the sport, her outlook on the 2020 season and much more.

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    Former ATP Player Mark Knowles on the Benefits of Exhibitions in Tennis Nov 07, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with former doubles World No. 1 and Bahamas native Mark Knowles. After Hurricane Dorian tore through and devastated the lives of many residents, including some of his family members, Knowles joins the podcast to share his tennis backstory and his life growing up in the Bahamas; how exhibitions can actually be beneficial for players, even though they add another event to the already-packed tennis calendar; and details on the upcoming Baha Mar Cup, an exhibition event slated for Nov. 7-10 featuring a silent auction, to help provide relief to hurricane victims and support overall recovery efforts.


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    Vanderbilt Women's Tennis Coach Geoff Macdonald on State of the College Game Oct 31, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with former University of Virginia tennis player, former ATP player and current coach of the Vanderbilt University women's tennis team, Geoff Macdonald. Wertheim and Macdonald discuss the world of college tennis, including what it's like to coach a college program; the state of the sport at the university level; his thoughts on the number of international players on college rosters; the crossover between "Varsity Blues" and tennis; and much more.

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    Is It Time to Start Believing the Hype Around Coco Gauff? Oct 16, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Jamie Lisanti about the current tennis storylines, including 15-year-old Coco Gauff's victory and first WTA title in Linz; the upcoming WTA Finals in Shenzhen, particularly against the backdrop of the recent NBA and China headlines; Daniil Medvedev's success this fall and what it means for his future in the ATP; and much more.

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    Talking Tennis with Actor and Former ATP Player Vince Van Patten Oct 03, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with actor, former professional tennis player and World Poker Tour commentator, Vincent Van Patten. A former top-25 ATP player, Van Patten talks about how he got into tennis (including how he won the 1979 ATP Rookie Of The Year and beat then-World No. 1 John McEnroe); how he got into acting and his experience starring in and directing films; his relationship with his father and how he got into the world of gambling and poker; his new movie 7 Days To Vegas, which is being released this fall, and much more.

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    Christopher Eubanks Talks Laver Cup, College Tennis Sep 26, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with 23-year-old American player Christopher Eubanks about his thoughts on Laver Cup and team competition in general; what it's like to be a player in the ATP top 100-200; how tennis can diversify more; the pros and cons of college tennis and much more.

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    Final Thoughts on the U.S. Open Sep 09, 2019

    Jon Wertheim is joined by SI's Daniel Rapaport breakdown Rafael Nadal, Daniil Medvedev, Bianca Andreescu, Serena Williams, and all the final action from the 2019 U.S. Open.

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    What's at Stake in 2019 U.S. Open Second Week Sep 03, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim checks in with Jamie Lisanti from the grounds of the 2019 U.S. Open as the tournament turns the corner into the second week to discuss some of the top storylines of the first half, including Serena Williams and her quest for major No. 24; Naomi Osaka's loss; Coco Gauff and her future; the possibility of a Roger Federer-Rafael Nadal matchup at the U.S. Open; Stan Wawrinka's chances in New York; and much more.

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    10 U.S. Open Storylines to Watch Aug 15, 2019

    On the this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim and Jamie Lisanti discuss 10 early storylines and topics ahead of the 2019 U.S. Open, including: the dominance of the Big Three and what it means for the final major of the year; Serena Williams's quest for a 24th major title and her return to New York after last year's final; Naomi Osaka's season and what it will be like for her to return to the U.S. Open as the defending champion; the next wave of young stars, including Bianca Andreescu, Amanda Anisimova, Stefanos Tsitsipas and others; and much more.

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    Patrick McEnroe on the Big Three and Longevity in Tennis Aug 01, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim sits down with former player and longtime ESPN broadcaster Patrick McEnroe on the current state of the game; how he thinks tennis can get more American kids involved; what it was like growing up as a McEnroe and brother to John; his experience and thoughts after calling the Roger Federer-Novak Djokovic Wimbledon final; and much more.

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    Robbie Koenig: What We Learned from Wimbledon 2019 Jul 25, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim sits down with former player and current commentator Robbie Koenig to discuss the impact and lessons learned from Wimbledon 2019, including what makes Novak Djokovic so great; how Roger Federer is feeling after losing in the final; the dominance of the Big Three; Serena Williams's career; and much more.

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    Tim Henman at Wimbledon Jul 11, 2019

    Jon Wertheim catches up with former top-five player Tim Henman at Wimbledon. In addition to being a four-time semi-finalist at Wimbledon, Tim is also very active in the tournament both behind the scenes and as a BBC commentator. Tim sat down with Jon to chat about Wimbledon, and the dominance of the big three.

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    Nicole Gibbs on Cancer Battle, New Perspective Jul 02, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with American tennis player and Stanford alum Nicole Gibbs, who shares her story about how a routine trip to the dentist led to a shocking cancer discovery. Gibbs, 26, details how she ended up in the dentist chair; the biopsy, cancer diagnosis and surgeries that followed; how the news helped her to develop a new mindset and outlook on tennis and life; where she is in her recovery process and when she expects to return to tennis; and much more.

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    Previewing Wimbledon 2019 with Lindsay Davenport Jun 28, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim previews Wimbledon 2019 with former Wimbledon champ and current Tennis Channel commentator Lindsay Davenport. The pair discusses the top storylines surrounding the tournament, including the timing in relation to the French Open; the dominance of the Big Three and why it will likely continue at the All England Club this year; the quirks of playing on grass, particularly at Wimbledon, and how the village and area surrounding the tournament impact the players and the tennis; the finances and expenses of a tennis player; and more. Ahead of the draw release, Wertheim and Davenport also make their picks and predictions for the men's and women's draws and 2019 champions.

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    Sascha Bajin Opens Up About Coaching Some of the WTA's Biggest Stars Jun 20, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Sascha Bajin, current coach of Kristina Mladenovic and former coach of Naomi Osaka. After splitting from two-time Grand Slam champion Osaka in February, Bajin signed on with Mladenovic and he discusses the details of his coaching relationship with both players and the approach he takes in his role with different players. Wertheim and Bajin also discuss whether he would consider coaching a men's player; how he handles information when switching between different players; what he has learned from some of his former clients, such as Serena Williams and more. Bajin also talks about his forthcoming book, Strengthen Your Mind, which will be published in Japanese in July and details how he transformed Osaka's mindset and gives insight into his years working with Serena.

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    What We Learned from the 2019 French Open Jun 10, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim and Jamie Lisanti recap and review the 2019 French Open, after two weeks on the clay in Paris concluded with Rafael Nadal winning his 12th Roland Garros and 23-year-old Ash Barty capturing her first major Grand Slam title. What are the biggest takeways from the second major of the year? Wertheim and Lisanti talk about what they learned, including: what Nadal's victory means in terms of tennis history and what it says about the Big Three's dominance over men's tennis for the past decade; what Ash Barty's two-year break from tennis before surging to win Roland Garros says about burnout and mental health in tennis; how the sport and the major tournaments can fix the problem with empty seats at majors; plus, way-too-early picks for Wimbledon 2019 and much more.

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    What to Expect at the 2019 French Open May 23, 2019

    On this week's epsiode, host Jon Wertheim and Jamie Lisanti break down the 2019 French Open men's and women's draws and preview the second Grand Slam tournament of the season. With Simona Halep and Rafael Nadal returning to defend their titles, Wertheim and Lisanti discuss the possibility of Halep winning her second major title and Nadal winning an incredible 12th title on the clay in Paris. Ahead of the tournament's start on Sunday, Wertheim and Lisanti also discuss the best first round matches to watch; the top off-court storylines that could dominate the conversation at Roland Garros; dark horse picks that could make a run; top players to keep an eye on it the draw; their picks and predictions for the winners; and much more.

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    Tommy Paul and Tim Mayotte May 16, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with 22-year-old American Tommy Paul, who won the USTA wildcard entry into the main draw of the 2019 French Open, about what it means for his career; how he has dealt with injuries and develop his maturity; why he loves playing on the clay; and much more. On the second part of the podcast, former player Tim Mayotte talks about why he wanted to run for the ATP Board of Directors position vacated by Justin Gimelstob; some of the issues he sees; and how he would've responded to some of the challenges facing men's tennis, had he been chosen for the position; and more.

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    20-Year-Old American Sofia Kenin May 09, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with 20-year-old rising American, Sofia "Sonya" Kenin, from Madrid. Now ranked No. 37 on the WTA Tour, Kenin talks with Wertheim about her quick transition from the juniors to the pros; her 2017 U.S. Open third round match against her idol, Maria Sharapova, under the lights on Arthur Ashe; how that match helped her make the decision to turn professional; why she likes having her father as her coach; and much more.

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    Rennae Stubbs: Early French Open Predictions May 02, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks Rennae Stubbs about the clay court tournament results so far and her early thoughts on the French Open predictions. Will Rafael Nadal be the favorite once again at Roland Garros, or will he see a tougher challenge from other players looking to dethrone the King of Clay? And how will Roger Federer play into the equation as he returns to the dirt for the first time since a quarterfinals finish in 2015? On the women's side, is Simona Halep the favorite? Wertheim and Stubbs also discuss the increasing age of players in the sport; how much the clay court lead-ups factor into French Open results; and much more.

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    Entrepreneur, Philanthropist and Tennis Advocate Mark Ein Apr 25, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Washington Kastles owner, investor, entrepreneur and philanthropist, Mark Ein. As a longtime fan and player of the sport, Ein discusses how he was introduced to tennis as a child and how his experiences as a ballkid growing up have influenced some of his business ventures as an adult. As the owner of the Washington Justice, a professional Overwatch esports team, Ein talks about what tennis can learn from the world of esports and how it can attract younger fans; why he decided to take control of the Citi Open in Washington, D.C. and much more.

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    World No. 3 Petra Kvitova on the 2019 Season Apr 18, 2019

    On this week's episode, World No. 3 Petra Kvitova joins the podcast in between practices in Prague, Czech Republic, to talk about her runner-up finish at the Australian Open, taking a break in mid-April, her 2019 season goals, her thoughts on Tiger Woods and his Masters victory and more. Host Jon Wertheim and Jamie Lisanti also discuss some tennis headlines and the Mailbag question of the week: What are the best tennis accounts to follow on social media?

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    David Epstein on Roger vs. Tiger and Generalization vs. Specialization Apr 11, 2019

    Ahead of the release of his new book, Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World, out on May 28, 2019, David Epstein joins the podcast to discuss the opening chapter on Roger Federer vs. Tiger Woods. Wertheim and Epstein dive deep into the sports science of generalization vs. specialization, specifically in terms of Federer in tennis and Woods in golf and how Federer grew up playing a variety of sports, from skiing to wrestling to swimming and more, while Woods was surrounded by golf from a very young age. Why did Federer benefit from a generalist childhood vs. a specialization one? Epstein discusses Federer's characteristics and reveals how his specific skills and experiences have helped him climb to the top of the sport.

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    Felix Auger-Aliassime and Miami Open Wrap-Up Apr 03, 2019

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with rising Canadian star Felix Auger-Aliassime and recaps with Miami Open with Andrea Leand. Now up to No. 33, the 18-year-old Auger-Aliassime discusses his rise in the rankings, his goals for the future, why family is important to him, his relationship with fellow young Canadians Denis Shapovalov and Bianca Andreescu and much more. On the second half of the podcast, Andrea Leand recaps the pros and cons of the "new" Miami Open tournament and location, Roger Federer and Ash Barty's win and more.

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    James Blake on the New-Look Miami Open Mar 19, 2019

    After being named the Miami Open tournament director in January 2018, James Blake joins the podcast to talk about the tournament's move from Key Biscayne to its new location at the home stadium of the Miami Dolphins. Blake talks about what his role entails; what fans should expect from the new location and tournament; whether the rivarly between Indian Wells and Miami has now resumed; how he is managing the various requests from players; his thoughts on the results from Indian Wells; and much more.

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    Checking in from Indian Wells Mar 12, 2019

    From the grounds at Indian Wells, Jon Wertheim checks in with Jamie Lisanti to discuss the top storylines and results from the BNP Paribas Open, including: Naomi Osaka, her performance so far and her recent comments on Twitter about becoming a role model for young tennis players around the world; Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal's comments on the announcement that ATP president Chris Kermode will not continue as ATP president beyond his current contract, which expires at the end of 2019; and much more.

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    Kevin Anderson on Sustainability in Tennis Feb 28, 2019

    From his home in Florida, Kevin Anderson joins the podcast to talk about his ongoing recovery from an elbow injury, how he's managing his time and when he is expected to return to tournament. Following up on his guest appearance in the Mailbag, Anderson also talks about tennis' sustainability efforts and his suggestions for how the sport can improve parts of the game to help the environment. Anderson and Wertheim also talk about the Rafael Nadal–Nick Kyrgios match and more.

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    Former Player, Daily Show Correspondent Michael Kosta Feb 22, 2019

    A former ATP player with a career-high ranking of No. 864, Daily Show correspondent and comedian Michael Kosta joins the podcast to talk about his tennis and comedy careers. Kosta discusses his transition from playing Challenger events on the tennis tour to pursuing a career in comedy. Kosta talks about why he made the decision to switch career paths; the comparisons between tennis and comedy; and how he worked his way up to appearances on shows such as The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Late Night with Seth Myers; and much more.

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    Rowan Ricardo Phillips on the Year in Tennis in 2017 Feb 14, 2019

    On this week's episode, poet and writer Rowan Ricardo Phillips joins the podcast to talk about his Nov. 2018 book, The Circuit: A Tennis Odyssey, which chronicles 2017 as seen through the unique prism of its historic tennis season. Wertheim and Phillips discuss his inspiration behind the book, what he learned about tennis and himself through examining this particular season, how tennis touches the world in many ways and much more.

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    Pam Shriver's Proposal for the USTA Feb 07, 2019

    A few weeks after the Australian Open, Pam Shriver joins the podcast to discuss the latest tennis news and an outside-the-box proposal for the USTA to augment its place in the sports world and bolster American tennis. After Gordon Smith announced his plans to step down as CEO and executive director of the USTA at the end of the year, Wertheim and Shriver believe that there is an opportunity to reassess and rethink the way the organization is operated. What started as a fun conversation turned into an idea that could actually be feasible and successful, and Shriver and Wertheim lay out the details of their plan, which involves the NBA's involvement in the organization and management of the USTA.

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    What Did We Learn from the 2019 Australian Open? Jan 31, 2019

    After returning from Melbourne, host Jon Wertheim joins Jamie Lisanti in the studio to discuss the results and top storylines from the 2019 Australian Open, including what the victories mean for Osaka and Djokovic; candid moments with Stefanos Tsitsipas; reactions to Danielle Collins and her controversial "swagger" on the court; the quirky personality of Osaka; the impact of Andy Murray's retirement announcement and how it may have been blown out of proportion; and much more.

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    Martin Blackman on the State of American Tennis Jan 23, 2019

    From the grounds of the Australian Open during the second week of the tournament, Wertheim sits down with USTA general manager of player development Martin Blackman to discuss the breakout performances and disappointing results from the American contingent in Melbourne, including the remarkable run of Danielle Collins and the impressive showing from Frances Tiafoe. Blackman talks about how he (and the USTA) define and measure success for American tennis; the new installation of Mardy Fish as U.S. Davis Cup captain and why he believed he was the right person for the job; and much more. Blackman also addresses the 2019 ITF Transition Tour—now called the ITF Pro tour—and shares details on how the USTA is dealing with the changes; what impact he thinks the changes will have, both on the rankings and U.S. tennis; and more.

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    Chris Evert on 2019 Australian Open, Mental Health Jan 04, 2019

    At the start of the 2019 season ahead of the Australian Open, Chris Evert joins the podcast and gives an update on her own life, including what it was like to attend the funeral of George H.W. Bush in December; her thoughts on mental health issues and her own personal experience with depression and anxiety; how she has re-established herself as a commentator and voice in the tennis community after her career and more. Also on the podcast, Wertheim and Evert discuss the 2019 Australian Open and make picks and predictions for the first major of the year.

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    Discussing the 2019 ITF Transition Tour with Geoff Grant Dec 20, 2018

    Geoff Grant joins the podcast to discuss the details of the new ITF 2019 transition tour, which is a part of a major restructuring of professional tennis. Grant and Wertheim discuss how the creation of the transition tour—which includes a new worldwide tournament structure between the ITF, ATP and WTA and is expected to reduce the number of professional players with ATP and WTA rankings from 3,000 players to approximately 750 men and 750 women—will impact tennis, at the professional, college and junior levels, particularly in relation to match-fixing.

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    Mike Bryan on Twin Brother Bob's Comeback, 2019 Season Dec 06, 2018

    On this week's episode, Mike Bryan joins the podcast to talk about his successful six-month partnership with Jack Sock, which saw him win doubles titles at Indian Wells, Wimbledon, the U.S. Open and the ATP Finals, what he had to do to adjust to a new doubles partner, how he would feel if he were sidelined and watched his twin brother Bob succeed with a new partner and more. After a hip injury and subsequent surgery forced Bob to miss the majority of the 2018 season, Mike discusses his brother's rehab and recovery from injury, what he's expecting of his comeback and what it's been like to readjust and reunite with Bob after playing with Sock for several months. Bryan also gives some updates on his personal life and forecasts his 2019 season and beyond.

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    Mary Carillo Talks 2019, New Davis Cup Nov 29, 2018

    After hosting the 2018 National Dog Show over Thanksgiving weekend, Mary Carillo joins the podcast to answer reader questions and discuss various topics, including her opinion on the fall season and why her interest tends to fall off during the final months of the year; what she expects from women's tennis in 2019, including the chances of Serena Williams winning a major, Caroline Wozniacki's future, Naomi Osaka's response after winning her first major and more. Carillo also talks about attending Billie Jean King's birthday party, her thoughts on Olympic tennis and Tokyo 2020, the new Davis Cup format and much more.

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    Jimmy Arias on Coaching Tennis's Next Generation Nov 21, 2018

    Just a few weeks after being named as the new director of player development at the IMG Academy, longtime pro Jimmy Arias joins the podcast to discuss his new role and his experiences with the top young, 10 to 18-year-old players at the IMG Academy. Arias was one of the original tennis students at the academy when it was the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy and he discusses how things have changed since he was playing and practicing there and how methods of training and approaches to recovery, fitness and more have modernized. Wertheim and Arias also discuss how his new role will impact his coaching with individual players, the 2018 tennis season and more.

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    What We'll Remember from the 2018 Season Nov 08, 2018

    As the women's season comes to a close and the ATP prepares to start its final tournament of the season at the World Tour Finals, host Jon Wertheim and Jamie Lisanti look back on 2018 and hand out awards, including the top moments of the year, the men's and women's MVPs, newcomers and breakout stars, matches of the year and more. The pair also gives a lookahead to the 2019 season with some quick-hitting predictions and wishes for the next year in tennis.

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    Taylor Fritz on Innovations in Tennis Nov 02, 2018

    Ahead of his appearance at the ATP Finals Next Gen in Milan, Taylor Fritz joins the podcast to talk about the year-end event; his thoughts on innovations such as on-court coaching, towel racks on the court, the shot clock and more; his expectations and goals for the 2019 season; his approach when it comes to coaches; his experience with Paul Annacone and what he's learned from him; his relationship with other players on tour, particularly the young Americans; his plans for the offseason and more.

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    Reem Abulleil on Tennis in the Middle East Oct 25, 2018

    On this week's episode, Reem Abulleil joins the podcast to discuss the current year-end championships in women's tennis, her time spent with Naomi Osaka after she won the 2018 U.S. Open, whether or not winning a major has changed Osaka as a person and what she expects for her during the 2019 season and more. Abulleil also offers insight into her own career, discussing her unique story of how she became a tennis journalist and the challenges she faces covering sports in Dubai. Wertheim and Abulleil also talk about the upcoming exhibition match between Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic that is planned for Dec. 22 in Saudi Arabia and whether or not the men should cancel their participation and what the possible implications are.

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    Mats Wilander on the Future of Tennis Oct 17, 2018

    Current Eurosport commentator and seven-time Grand Slam champion Wilander joins the podcast to discuss various tennis storylines, including Novak Djokovic's resurgence this season and the obstacles he faced over the last year; Roger Federer's 2018 season and where he could fit into tennis after he is done playing; what tennis will be like without stars like Djokovic, Federer, Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams; and much more. Wilander also talks about his work with Wilander on Wheels and his new wearable technology NeuroTennis, which provides instantaneous auditory feedback from a wrist-based device.

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    WTA CEO Steve Simon Oct 11, 2018

    Following the WTA's decision to cut the U.S. part of its worldwide rights deal with beIN sports, the Tour's head Steve Simon discusses the move to Tennis Channel, which includes a five-year deal for television and digital streaming broadcast rights, and what it means for American fans, how it can help build excitement and growth around the sport and more. Wertheim and Simon also talk about the future of the WTA in Asia, what Serena Williams means to women's tennis and what will happen when she decides to move on from the sport, the tour schedule and impact of injuries, and much more.

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    Discussing the Fall Season's Top Storylines Oct 05, 2018

    In the midst of the fall tennis season, host Jon Wertheim and Jamie Lisanti discuss some of the sport's current hot topics and storylines, including the success of Naomi Osaka during the Asian swing after her U.S. Open triumph; Serena Williams's decision to skip the fall tournaments and withhold any comments on the events during the final against Osaka in New York; the U.S. Davis Cup team captain vacancy and possible candidates for the position; Fernando Verdasco's unfortunate incident with a ballkid and the debate over towels in tennis; and much more.

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    Paul Annacone on Laver Cup 2018 Sep 27, 2018

    After attending the second annual Laver Cup in Chicago, Paul Annacone joins the podcast to recap the tournament and discuss the events of the weekend, including the match play, memorable moments between players, the overall grandeur of the event and much more. Wertheim and Annacone discuss why Laver Cup has been so successful so quickly; what the event could look like and if it can be sustained after Roger Federer retires from tennis; what drives the players' passion and emotion on the court; if this type of event would have worked in the era Annacone played in and much more.

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    Canadian Doubles Specialist Daniel Nestor Sep 20, 2018

    Just a few days after playing the final match of his career at Davis Cup, Canadian doubles specialist Daniel Nestor joins the podcast to discuss his why he made the decision earlier this year to retire in September, what he thinks about the average age of tennis players getting older in today's game, his thoughts on Canada's up-and-coming players Denis Shapovalov and Felix Auger-Aliassime, his opinion on the new Davis Cup format, his thoughts on Novak Djokovic's resurgence this summer and more. The 46-year-old also talks about what's next for him after his tennis career.

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    Serena Williams, Umpire Carlos Ramos and the 2018 U.S. Open Women's Final Sep 10, 2018

    In a special edition episode from the U.S. Open, host Jon Wertheim discusses the controversial U.S. Open women's final between Serena Williams and Naomi Osaka on Saturday, including the superb play from 20-year-old Osaka, the actions of umpire Carlos Ramos and their thoughts on what actually played out during the second set of the final, how the situation escalated, how Ramos could have handled the situation differently and much more.

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    ITF President David Haggerty on Davis Cup Format Changes Aug 17, 2018

    After the $3 billion, 25-year agreement to transform the current Davis Cup format was voted through on Thursday, ITF president David Haggerty joins the podcast to discuss the reform, the details of the new format—which will include a home-or-away qualifying round in February, with the 12 winners advancing to a season-ending tournament in November—how the European location was chosen, how the money will be distributed among the nations and much more. Haggery also talks about the future of Fed Cup and whether or not changes will be coming to the Davis Cup-equivalent women's tournament.

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    U.S. Open Louis Armstrong Stadium Architect Matt Rossetti Aug 16, 2018

    On this week's episode, Jamie Lisanti steps in to host for Jon Wertheim and she talks with Matt Rossetti, the president, CEO and "chief architect of fun" for ROSSETTI, the lead architecture firm behind the five-year design and transformation of the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center and more specifically, the new Louis Armstrong Stadium making its debut at the 2018 U.S. Open. Rossetti discusses the overall design process and vision for the new, $200 million stadium, which will feature a retractable roof, seating for about 41,000 spectators, a special natural ventilation system and more.

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    Comedian and Impressionist Josh Berry Aug 09, 2018

    In the summer of 2013, Berry became a viral sensation after receiving millions of views for his impressions of tennis players. Now, nearly five years later, Berry joins the podcast from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival to share impressions of Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, John McEnroe, Nick Kyrgios and more. Wertheim and Berry also discuss how the tennis press conference provides a unique platform for Berry's impressions, how he goes about learning the accents, voices, timing and personalities of the players, what he considers off limits in his shows, how tennis players reacted to his impressions in-person and much more.

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    Greek Rising Star Stefanos Tsitsipas Aug 02, 2018

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with 19-year-old Stefanos Tsitsipas, the young Greek player who has climbed into the ATP top 50 during the 2018 season. Wertheim and Tsitsipas discusses his stellar season, how he went from playing Challengers last year to making his debut in the ATP top 50, what it's like having his father as his coach, which players he looked up to growing up and much more.

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    Kelsey Anderson on Wimbledon 2018, more Jul 26, 2018

    On this week's episode, Kelsey Anderson joins the podcast following Kevin's run to the Wimbledon final to discuss what it was like to sit in the courtside player's box for the final against Novak Djokovic, how she felt looking on during his marathon match against John Isner in the semifinals, how he was able to recover and bounce back from that grueling five-setter, how Kevin's sports psychologist helps him during a tournament like Wimbledon and during the season, how she plays a role in Kevin's preparation for and recovery after a match, how their dog Lady Kady has helped Kevin and much more.

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    Wimbledon Wrap-up and Hardcourt Lookahead Jul 19, 2018

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim and Jamie Lisanti discuss Wimbledon 2018, including Novak Djokovic's resurgence and fourth Wimbledon (and 13th Grand Slam) title and Angelique Kerber's defeat of Serena Williams her third major title. Wertheim shares his top takeaways and under-the-radar storylines that you may have missed during the fortnight and they also look ahead to the rest of the summer and the U.S. Open: Can Djokovic continue his climb and win a second major this year? Will Serena get to 24 Grand Slams this season? What should we expect from Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal in New York?

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    Wimbledon 2018 Seed Reports Jun 29, 2018

    On this special edition of the podcast, host Jon Wertheim and Jamie Lisanti break down the Wimbledon 2018 seeds and make predictions for the men's and women's draws. Can Roger Federer win again? Can Simona Halep continue her hot streak? Gear up for two weeks of tennis on the grass.

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    Ted Robinson on the Federer-Nadal Rivalry Jun 28, 2018

    A few days before the start of Wimbledon 2018, longtime broadcaster and Tennis channel analyst Ted Robinson joins the podcast to talk about the upcoming documentary "Strokes of Genius," which will air on Sunday, July 1 at 8 p.m. ET on BBC and Tennis Channel. As a commentator for the 2008 final in the booth with John McEnroe for NBC, Robinson reveals details from the match, including the moment when Nadal climbed up to his player's box after the win, and shares his memories and behind the scenes moments on what it was like to call the historic match through the rain delays and drama and more.

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    Living Legend Nick Bollettieri Jun 21, 2018

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Nick Bollettieri ahead of the premiere of the Showtime documentary, Love Means Zero, which focuses on Bollettieri's life and features interviews with his former students, including Jim Courier, Kathleen Horvath, Carling Bassett and Boris Becker. Bollettieri discusses how he feels about the way the film portrays him and his life, how he became a living legend, the moments he regrets during his career, what he wishes he did differently, how he will be remembered and much more.

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    Chanda Rubin Jun 13, 2018

    On the latest edition of the Beyond the Baseline Podcast, host Jon Wertheim talks with former WTA World No. 6 and Tennis Channel broadcaster Chanda Rubin to wrap up the 2018 French Open and discuss recent headlines. Also on the podcast, Wertheim presents Rubin with five hotly-debated topics in tennis, from on-court coaching to grunting and more, and Rubin gives her thoughts and stance on each.

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    Lindsay Davenport Previews the 2018 French Open May 24, 2018

    On the latest edition of the Beyond the Baseline Podcast, host Jon Wertheim talks with Lindsay Davenport ahead of the 2018 French Open. The pair discusses the men's and women's draws, including the outlook for Serena Williams in her first major the year, what to expect from the wide open women's side, whether Simona Halep or Elina Svitolina has a better chance of winning the title, the dominance of Rafael Nadal and expectations for him as he tries to win his 11th Roland Garros crown and much more.

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    Glenn Greenwald on Martina Navratilova Documentary, Tennys Sandgren May 17, 2018

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Glenn Greenwald about forthcoming feature-length documentary about tennis legend Martina Navratilova, which is being created in conjunction with Reese Witherspoon's Hello Sunshine and Suzanne Gilbert. The film is "intended to dig a lot deeper into what made Martina a singularly unique and compelling figure—not on the court, but off the court." Greenwald also talks about the state of Brazilian tennis, his conversations and time spent with Tennys Sandgren and more.

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    Noah Rubin on French Open 2018, Nadal, Federer May 10, 2018

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Noah Rubin about his aspirations and expectations for Roland Garros, his 2018 season, his struggles with injuries since turning pro a few years ago, what it was like playing against Roger Federer at the 2018 Australian Open and more. Rubin also talks about his love for competition and why he chose to play tennis instead of pursuing another career, and shares his thoughts on corruption and match-fixing in tennis.

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    1989 French Open Champ and Coach Michael Chang May 03, 2018

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Michael Chang about how the season has been for him so far, how he got into coaching, his relationship with Kei Nishikori and what he's done to help him elevate his game and change his mentality. As one of the honorees for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in May, Chang also talks about his own career, specifically in regards to the treatment he received as a tennis player and much more.

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    Rennae Stubbs Talks WTA, Federer and More Apr 27, 2018

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Rennae Stubbs about the WTA tour and she shares insight on Serena Williams, Simona Halep, Caroline Wozniacki and more, including why Roland Garros will be very important for Maria Sharapova, who has now lost four straight matches after falling to Caroline Garcia in Stuttgart earlier this week. The pair also talks about Roger Federer and his overall demeanor, as well as the recent independent review of corruption in tennis, and more.

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    Rising American Danielle Collins Apr 12, 2018

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Danielle Collins, who has surged into the top 50 in the WTA rankings. Wertheim and Collins discuss how she got into tennis, including her childhood and experiences with other sports, her college tennis career at the University of Virginia, why going to college and graduating with a degree was so important to her, the transition to the pro tour, the importance of mental health as a pro athlete and more.

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    Chris Nashawaty and the State of Tennis Movies Apr 05, 2018

    On this episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Chris Nashawaty, a movie critic for Entertainment Weekly and author of the new book, Caddyshack: The Making of a Hollywood Cinderella Story, about the state of tennis movies. Wertheim and Nashawaty discuss some of the recent tennis films, such as Battle of the Sexes, and the upcoming Borg vs. McEnroe movie featuring Shia LaBeouf that releases on April 13. Nashawaty explains his initial thoughts and review of the movie, which tells the story of the epic rivalry between Swedish tennis legend Björn Borg and brash American John McEnroe (played by LaBeouf) during Wimbledon in 1980, and more.

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    ITF President Dave Haggerty on Proposed Davis Cup Changes Mar 08, 2018

    From the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, host Jon Wertheim talks with ITF president David Haggerty on the proposed Davis Cup changes, including the reasons why the format needed to change; what the response has been from players, media and fans since the proposal was released; his thoughts on the new model and why it will appeal to nations, top players and more; logistics of the new event, including how many courts will be needed, what venues and cities could handle this type of event; the financial breakdown of prize money and other aspects of the event; and much more.

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    WTA World No. 9 Petra Kvitova Mar 01, 2018

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Petra Kvitova after she won her second consecutive title in 2018 at the Qatar Open in Doha. The 27-year-old Czech discusses her recent hot streak and the return to the top 10 in the WTA rankings, her continued comeback after the Dec. 2016 knife attack, what she still wants to improve on this season and much more.

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    Ryan Harrison Addresses Donald Young Incident Feb 20, 2018

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Ryan Harrison following last week's New York Open, where Donald Young accused Harrison of using a racial slur during their first round match. After the ATP announced that there was no evidence found to support the charge, Harrison talks about what transpired during and after the match, how it has affected him in the subsequent days, where he will go from here, why he is considering legal action against Young and more.

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    Philadelphia Eagles kicker and tennis player Jake Elliott Feb 15, 2018

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Philadelphia Eagles kicker and Super Bowl LII champion about his roots in tennis, why he decided to play college football over college tennis, how the mechanics and training of tennis has benefitted him on the football field and more. On the second part of the podcast, Andrea Leand gives a dispatch from Fed Cup in Asheville, N.C. on the Americans and specifically Serena Williams.

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    2018 Hall of Fame Inductee Michael Stich Feb 08, 2018

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Michael Stich about his election to the 2018 Hall of Fame, the voting and induction process, how Stich found out he was a 2018 inductee, the difference between the value of the "Hall of Fame" in the U.S. vs. Europe and other countries and more. Stich also looks back and reflects on his career, his current work with the Michael Stich Foundation, what he thinks of the current game and more.

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    Wrapping up the 2018 Australian Open Jan 29, 2018

    Host Jon Wertheim talks with SI.com tennis editor Jamie Lisanti about the 2018 Australian Open and the implications the results will have on the coming weeks of tennis. Topics include Roger Federer's 20th Grand Slam title; Caroline Wozniacki's breakthrough and first major title; Rafael Nadal's withdrawal and injury; the Australian Open app and website and how technology plays a big role in a major tournament's success; Tennys Sandgren and much more.

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    Mary Carillo on 2018 Australian Open, Margaret Court Interview Jan 09, 2018

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Mary Carillo about her upcoming REAL SPORTS interview with Margaret Court and the 2018 Australian Open. Carillo details her four-day visit and interview with Court, including her ministry and the fact that—despite her Hall of Fame career, record Grand Slam singles titles, and namesake arena in Melbourne, the third largest at the Australian Open—there are people who believe her name should be stripped from the arena because of her views as a Pentecostal minister, particularly about gay marriage. Also on the podcast, Wertheim and Carillo discuss notable players to watch in Melbourne, top storylines heading into the season, favorites for the men's and women's title and more.

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    Universal Tennis Rating CEO Mark Leschly Jan 05, 2018

    Host Jon Wertheim talks with Leschly, a successful college tennis player at Harvard, a former ATP pro and member of the Danish Davis Cup team, about his new role as the principal owner of Universal Tennis Rating, which is an algorithm-based rating system between 1-16 that reflects level of play, based on competition, scores and recent matches. Leschly explains in detail what the ranking system is exactly, how it impacts professional, college and recreational players and coaches, how it relates to handicaps in golf, how it compares to the WTA and ATP rankings and points system and more. Wertheim and Leschly also discuss the new Universal Tennis partnership with Tennis Channel, which will make UTR an integrated part of on-air broadcasts throughout 2018.

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    Bob Bryan on Doubles Specialists, Twin Brother Mike Dec 21, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with doubles great Bob Bryan, who gives an update on how he will spend the last weeks of the season before heading to Melbourne for the Australian Open, how his relationship with his brother Mike has evolved and where it stands today, the state of the doubles specialist right now, 2018 predictions and more.

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    Paul Annacone wraps up the 2017 season Nov 22, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Paul Annacone about the top storylines of the season, the level of play we saw from Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer in 2017, the end of the year finish for Grigor Dimitrov, Alexander Zverev’s surge, the recent changes made by the Grand Slam board ​and much more.

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    Andre Agassi on Novak Djokovic in 2018 Nov 09, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Andre Agassi about his coaching relationship with Novak Djokovic and what we should expect from their partnership in 2018, why he believes Djokovic is a special player, how much technology plays a role in the aging field in men's tennis and more. Agassi also looks back on his career and talks about whether or not he would be involved in tennis TV commentary in the future.

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    21-year-old American Jared Donaldson Oct 26, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with World No. 50 Donaldson, who just this week qualified for the ATP Next-Gen Finals in Milan. Wertheim and Donaldson discuss how he is feeling at this point in the season ahead of the last event of the year, how he preformed in comparison to his goals this season, his roots, how he got into playing tennis, whether or not he regrets skipping out of going to college to turn pro and more.

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    Rajeev Ram on ATP Tour life, doubles Oct 12, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Rajeev Ram from the Shanghai Masters in China about his 2017 season, background and tennis career. Ram, 33, discusses why he decided to stop playing singles to focus on doubles; what it's like traveling the world as a tennis player; how he handles life on tour, including the ups and downs of the different environments and player treatment and at various events around the world; what a doubles team relationship is like, on and off the court; how much he pays attention to the singles matches and events; his education and when he is expecting to finish his master's degree and more.

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    WTA Insider senior writer Courtney Nguyen on tennis in Asia Oct 05, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with WTA Insider senior writer Courtney Nguyen from the China Open in Beijing about the fall season in Asia and tennis' move into this market. The pair discusses globalization, what tennis is like in Asia, how it compares and contrasts to tennis tournaments in Europe and the United States, how players adapt and adjust to the culture and way of life in Asian countries, what the fall swing is like for players who represent Asian countries, Asia's influence on tennis and more.

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    Laver Cup co-founder Tony Godsick, USTA chief executive Stacey Allaster Sep 28, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks tennis innovations with Roger Federer's agent, Tony Godsick, president and CEO of Team8 Global, and Stacey Allaster, chief executive of the USTA. Godsick talks about Laver Cup, its place in the tennis landscape, the origin story and how the event came to be, why Federer wanted to honor Rod Laver and more. In the second part of the podcast, Allaster discusses mid-match coaching and makes her defense as to why the innovation will help the game, why fan engagement is a top priority for the change and more.

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    Billie Jean King, Emma Stone and the Battle of the Sexes Directors Sep 21, 2017

    On this week's episode, Wertheim talks all things Battle of the Sexes, the new movie out Sept. 22 that depicts the true story of the 1973 match between Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs. First, Wertheim chats with BJK and Emma Stone, who portrays the 29-year-old King in the film. King and Stone discuss their dynamic, what went into Stone's research for her role and more. King also talks about the significance of the film, 44 years after the Battle of the Sexes match took place. In the second part of the podcast, Wertheim talks with husband-and-wife directors Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris​, who talk about why they wanted to make this film, if they watched the match in 1973 and more.

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    Dirk Nowitzki on tennis roots, charity event Sep 14, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Dallas Mavericks big man Dirk Nowitzki, who will is a future NBA Hall of Famer but also a huge tennis fan who grew up playing the sport in Germany. The 39-year-old Nowitzki discusses what his offseason has been like this summer, how it compares to that of a professional tennis player; longevity in sports, particularly in terms of his own career and with players such as Roger Federer and Serena Williams; how he started playing tennis as a child and how often he plays today; what skills translate from basketball to tennis, and vice versa, what he thinks of Germany's Alexander Zverev and more. Also on the podcast, Nowitzki discusses his second annual Pro Celebrity Tennis Classic event, which will raise money for Texas hurricane relief this year.

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    Paul Annacone from the 2017 U.S. Open Sep 07, 2017

    On this week's episode, Wertheim talks with Paul Annacone from the 2017 U.S. Open about Roger Federer's loss to Juan Martin del Potro on Wednesday night, including how he think's Federer will recover, what happened in the match, what were the missed opportunities against del Potro, why del Potro's forehand is the biggest weapon on the men's tour and more. Annacone and Wertheim also talk about the del Potro matchup against Rafael Nadal in the semifinals, Nadal's coaching situation, Sloane Stephens, and more.

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    Checking in from Week One at the 2017 U.S. Open Sep 01, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim and SI.com tennis producer Jamie Lisanti check in from the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows. After nearly a week of U.S. Open matches, Wertheim and Lisanti discuss the storylines of the tournament so far, including Maria Sharapova's return, the early-round struggles of men's favorites Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer, the wide-open men's draw after a slew of upsets in the first few rounds, the battle for the World No. 1, the sellout of U.S. Open tickets and grounds passes and more.

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    20-year-old American Tommy Paul Aug 24, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with 20-year-old American rising star Tommy Paul, ahead of the 2017 U.S. Open, where he will be in the main draw as a wildcard. After turning in a strong summer of results and jumping up from No. 400 in the rankings to No. 159, Paul talks with Wertheim about what has clicked for him in the last few months, his expectations in New York, where he grew up, how he started playing tennis, his experience with Roger Federer at Indian Wells and more.

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    Rod Laver on inaugural Laver Cup Aug 17, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Rod Laver about the upcoming and inaugural Laver Cup, a Ryder Cup-style event which will be held two weeks after the U.S. Open in September in Prague. Wertheim talks with Laver about what it is like for him to attend majors, particularly Wimbledon, after playing at them years ago; about how Laver Cup came to be, including how Roger Federer approached him about it; and how he found out the new competition was going to be called Laver Cup, what his real relationship with Federer is like and more.

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    International Tennis Hall of Fame CEO Todd Martin Aug 10, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with current CEO of the International Tennis Hall of Fame Todd Martin about what his day-to-day is like, what role he plays in choosing the Hall of Fame inductees, if there will be years in the future where the Hall of Fame does not induct any players, considering the stringent standards, details on the upcoming fan voting ballot and more.

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    Singer-Songwriter Eric Hutchinson Aug 03, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with singer-songwriter Eric Hutchinson, who an interesting connection to tennis. Hutchinson talks about touring as a musician, and how it compares to tennis players traveling around the world on the ATP or WTA tours from tournament to tournament, if there is anything competitive about being a touring musician, Novak Djokovic, injuries in tennis and the upcoming U.S. Open and more. Hutchinson also talks about his song “Watching You Watch Him,” which he wrote because his wife is obsessed with Roger Federer.

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    Ana Ivanovic on retired life in Chicago Jul 27, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Ana Ivanovic from Chicago. The former World No. 1 and French Open champ talks about what her life is like now that she is living in the Windy City with her husband and Chicago Fire midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger and her current relationship with tennis. Ivanovic also discusses if a career in broadcast is in her future, her reading habits and more.

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    Bethanie Mattek-Sands on injury recovery process, more Jul 20, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Bethanie Mattek-Sands from New York City, where she is recovering from a knee inury she suffered during her second round singles match at Wimbledon. Mattek-Sands explains what was going through her mind on court, what happened in the moments afterwards and what she thought when she first looked at her knee. Mattek-Sands also talks about her rehab process, including what her day-to-day entails, how she gets around, what her timeline is for recovery and a return to tennis and more.

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    Paul Annacone from Wimbledon 2017 Jul 13, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim checks in from the second week at the All England Club at Wimbledon to talk with Paul Annacone. The pair discusses the women's final between Venus Williams and Garbine Muguruza, those who have dropped out of the tournament, including Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and his chances at a ninth Wimbledon title and more.

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    Checking in from Wimbledon Week One Jul 06, 2017

    On this week's episode, Jon Wertheim checks in from the first week at the All England Club at Wimbledon, where the top seeds still remain on both the men's and women's sides, but both titles are still very much up for grabs. Wertheim talks with SI tennis producer Jamie Lisanti and the pair discusses the current storylines surrounding the tournament, including Bethanie Mattek-Sands' injury, Bernard Tomic's comments and his dropped racket sponsor, retirements on the men's side, the favorites in the women's draw with Karolina Pliskova and Petra Kvitova out of the tournament and more.

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    Kim Clijsters on Wimbledon, motherhood, Hall of Fame induction Jun 29, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with four-time Grand Slam champion Kim Clijsters ahead of Wimbledon 2017. Clijsters talks about how she managed motherhood when she was on the WTA tour, the biggest challenge she faced coming back to tennis after her pregnancy, the differences between being a mom and being a tennis player, how she thinks Serena will handle it, and more. Wertheim and Clijsters also talk about her induction into the Tennis Hall of Fame with Andy Roddick on July 22, what she enjoyed most in her career, her work with Yanina Wickmayer during Wimbledon this year and more.

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    2017 NCAA singles champion Brienne Minor Jun 22, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with sophomore and University of Michigan women's tennis team member Brienne Minor, who became the program's first national champion and first African-American woman to win a Division I singles championship. Minor talks about the ups and downs of college tennis, how she balances sports and academics, her plans to go pro after she finishes school and more.

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    Murphy Jensen opens up about his battle with addiction Jun 15, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with former ATP doubles champion Murphy Jensen from Paris. Partnered with his brother, Luke, Murphy rose to fame when the duo won the 1993 French Open doubles title. The match—and the win—changed their lives forever. But for Murphy, the fame also came with a lifestyle filled with drugs and alcohol. He discusses how these issues began to affect his tennis career, how he went "missing at Wimbledon," how he finally realized he was struggling with an addiction and needed help in 1999, and more.

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    Jon Wertheim checks in from Roland Garros 2017 Week 1 Jun 01, 2017

    On this week's episode, Jon Wertheim checks in from the first week at Roland Garros in Paris with SI tennis producer Jamie Lisanti. The pair discusses the current storylines surrounding the tournament, including Margaret Court's recent comments, Juan Martin del Potro's act of sportsmanship in his match against Nico Almagro, Stevie Johnson's tearful wins and much more.

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    Previewing the 2017 French Open with Arantxa Sanchez Vicario May 25, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with former tennis player and three-time French Open champion Arantxa Sanchez Vicario about the 2017 French Open. Vicario discusses what the tournament means to her, Rafael Nadal and his chances at winning the title in Paris this year, which women's players have a shot at the title and more.

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    Jake Agna on the revival of tennis in Cuba May 18, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Jake Agna, director of Kids on the Ball, an American non-profit based in Vermont. Agna spearheaded the efforts to help rebuild the courts at the National Tennis Center in Havana, Cuba, and he talks about how he raised money, how he became involved in the process, where tennis fits into the Cuban sports scene and more.

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    Catching up with former ATP player Brian Vahaly May 11, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with former ATP player and University of Virginia college player Brian Vahaly. Now working in finance as a venture capitalist, Wertheim talks with 37-year-old Vahaly on his post-playing days, how he made the transition into his current role, his current relationship with the sport and more. Vahaly also discusses his life after retiring from tennis and how when he stopped playing competitively and left the game he was forced to come to terms with things about himself, including his happiness, his career aspirations and his sexuality.

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    Chris "Mad Dog" Russo talks tennis May 04, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with sports radio personality and huge tennis fan Chris "Mad Dog" Russo on recent results and the upcoming French Open and lead-up clay tournaments. Russo also explains how he became so interested in the sport and his personal playing career. He also talks about why, in his opinion, tennis loses out against more popular sports in the U.S., the struggles local radio stations and newspapers have when trying to cover top tennis players and tournaments, how tennis can become more relevant to the mainstream sports media and more.

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    Marcus Willis on life after Wimbledon, starting a family Apr 27, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Marcus Willis, the now-26-year-old, No. 401-ranked British player who became the fairytale story of Wimbledon last year. He recalls how his time at Wimbledon has altered his career, what it's like being a father, his plans to move to the U.S., what he's expecting for this year's Wimbledon tournament and more.

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    Paul Annacone on Federer's surge; TV analyst role Apr 20, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Paul Annacone about Roger Federer's surging 2017 season, on-court coaching, Annacone's transition from a player to TV, his current role as a Tennis Channel analyst and more.

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    Sascha Bajin on coaching and more Apr 13, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Sascha Bajin about how he ended up becoming a WTA tennis coach, what his goals are in this field, what it's like coaching top WTA players and more. He also talks about his current partnership with Caroline Wozniacki and past experiences with Serena Williams and Victoria Azarenka, and more.

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    Lindsay Davenport on WTA storylines, Federer-Nadal Apr 06, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Lindsay Davenport from the Volvo Car Open in Charleston, S.C., where she talks about WTA storylines of the year, including the reemergence of Venus Williams and the current state of Angelique Kerber's game. The pair also discusses Roger Federer's "Sunshine Double," Rafael Nadal and his head-to-head matchup against Federer, her current coaching situation, now that she has returned to Madison Keys' team, and more.

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    Robbie Koenig on top ATP storylines right now Mar 30, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Robbie Koenig about all things ATP tennis, including the three top storylines in the game right now: the resurgence of Roger Federer, the question of whether Nick Kyrgios will progress or regress this season, and what is happening with Novak Djokovic's 2017 season. Koenig also talks about traveling in tennis, how much he watches the women's game and more.

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    Tracy Austin talks tennis from Indian Wells Mar 16, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Tracy Austin from Indian Wells to talk about the state of the women's game right now, Angelique Kerber, Serena Williams and more. Austin also talks about mental toughness, how media obligations can affect match results, if she would ever coach a player in the future and more.

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    Sloane Stephens from Indian Wells Mar 09, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Sloane Stephens from Indian Wells, who is attending the tournament not as a participant but as an on-looker(and journalist), after undergoing foot surgery earlier in the year. Stephens talks about the injury, her rehab, what she makes of Maria Sharapova's return to tennis next month, her role as commentator as part of the Tennis Channel team in Indian Wells and more.

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    Ryan Harrison after first career ATP title Feb 23, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Ryan Harrison after winning his first career ATP Title at the Memphis Open last week. He talks about how he was able to turn things around in the past six months after a string of poor results and a dropped ranking and the ups and downs of his pro career, including his struggles with pressure, expectations and finances, and more.

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    Two-time Grand Slam champ and fashion icon Stan Smith Feb 16, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Stan Smith about his tennis career, but also the adidas athletic sneaker that has come to overshadow those achievements on the court. Wertheim and Smith also talk about college tennis, why the elongated careers of current players build the case for playing college tennis, Smith's coaching and advice to aspiring tennis players and more.

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    19-year-old American Reilly Opelka Feb 09, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with 19-year-old, 7-foot-tall Reilly Opelka from a tournament in San Francisco about how he got into tennis, how he deals with the travel and demands of the sport, his friendship with other young, up-and-coming American players, the current landscape of tennis and more.

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    Mary Carillo on final days of the Australian Open Jan 27, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Tennis Channel commentator Mary Carillo about what has happened in the tournament so far, including the upsets of Novak Djokovic, Angelique Kerber and Andy Murray and the current remaining players, including Venus and Serena Williams. Wertheim and Carillo breakdown the various storylines of the final days of the tournament, talk about the theme of longevity and discuss Roger Federer, Nick Kyrgios, Grigor Dimitrov and more.

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    Paul Annacone from Melbourne on Djokovic's upset, more Jan 20, 2017

    On the second episode of the week from the Australian Open in Melbourne, host Jon Wertheim talks with Tennis Channel analyst Paul Annacone to discuss the shocking upset of No. 2 Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams's form and chances at the title, how Djokovic's loss creates opportunities for other players and more.

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    Martina Navratilova previews the 2017 Australian Open Jan 12, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Martina Navratilova about the current state of men's and women's tennis, her takeaways from the lead-up tournaments, the recent coaching changes and more. Navratilova also discusses Serena Williams's momentum and preparation heading into Melbourne, the aging and maturation of players during their careers and more.

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    James Blake on the return of Roger and Rafa, Djokovic in 2017 Jan 05, 2017

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with James Blake about Novak Djokovic, the return of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal in 2017, Andy Murray's rise to No. 1 and more. Wertheim and Blake also talk about Djokovic without coach Boris Becker, how Serena Williams will fare in 2017, what to expect out of the top-ranked Americans and more.

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    Pam Shriver on Sharapova, Serena and more Dec 15, 2016

    On this week's episode of the SI Tennis Beyond the Baseline Podcast, Sports Illustrated executive editor and host Jon Wertheim talks with Pam Shriver. Former player and current broadcaster for ESPN, Shriver joins the podcast to review the 2016 tennis season, including the rise of Angelique Kerber on the women's side and Andy Murray on the men's side. Shriver also talks about the state of tennis right now, how many more majors she thinks Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova will win, how she approaches commentating matches and interacting with players at tournaments and more. Shriver also talks about how she made the transition from being a tennis player into the media world and she makes bold predictions for the 2017 tennis season. Also on the podcast, Shriver discusses how she thinks Maria Sharapova's return to tennis will play out.

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    Nicole Gibbs on social media, college tennis, more Dec 08, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Nicole Gibbs to talk about her plans for the offseason, her assessment of the 2016 season, the reason why she made a racket change for the 2017, why she chose to play college tennis and more. Gibbs also talks about the relationship between betting and tennis and how it affects the way players are treated on social media.

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    Jack Sock on offseason, format changes, more Dec 01, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with World No. 23 Jack Sock about his 2016 season, the status of his doubles game, format changes in tennis and the “Next Gen” ATP players. Sock also talks about why he is a sports fan, his 2017 goals, presidential politics in the tennis locker room and more.

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    USTA chairman, CEO and president Katrina Adams Nov 17, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Katrina Adams just days after she was elected to a second term as USTA chairman of the board, CEO and president, marking the first time in the association’s 135 year history that an individual will serve a second two-year term in this position. Adams talks about the state of American tennis and her opinion on the relationship between having American stars and health of tennis in the U.S. Wertheim and Adams also talk about her day-to-day duties, where she spends most of her time during the year, her opinion on proposed format changes for tennis, the USTA facility in Orlando, the impact of politics on tennis and more.

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    Eugenie Bouchard on offseason, 2017 goals and more Nov 10, 2016

    On this week's episode, SI.com producer Jamie Lisanti talks with Eugenie Bouchard in an out-of-studio podcast from a hotel in midtown Manhattan. Currently ranked No. 51 on the WTA Tour, Bouchard discusses her 2016 season, how she has settled into her game since her breakout season in 2014, her offseason training and goals heading into the 2017 season. Lisanti and Bouchard also talk about her family and siblings, how she deals with pressure and expectation and her previous struggles with weight loss and stress, her interest in Instagram and Snapchat and more.

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    World No. 41 Alison Riske Nov 03, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Alison Riske about her 2016 season, which saw her make the finals at three WTA tournaments. An American player from Pittsburgh, Penn., Riske discusses life on tour, how she started playing tennis and her goals for the upcoming year. Riske also discusses her relationship with longtime coach, Yves Boulais, her father's position in the U.S. Secret Service, her offseason training and more.

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    Torben Ulrich on philosophy, son Lars, more Oct 27, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Torben Ulrich about his philosophy and interpretations of ball-playing, particularly tennis and what he sees when he watches matches. Ulrich also talks about his relationship with the current game, how often and who he follows on tour, what gives him pleasure when he watches tennis, the current fan experience and more. Ulrich and Wertheim also discuss his son Lars, who is the drummer for Metallica, and the impact's of his son's fame on his own life and more.

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    Mischa Zverev on his brother Sascha, Kyrgios, more Oct 20, 2016

    On this week's epsiode, Mischa Zverev, 29-year-old brother of rising young ATP star Alexander, joins the podcast to talk about his tennis career, how he dealt with the various injuries and what keeps him going on tour day to day. Zverev also talks about his relationship with his 19-year-old brother Sascha and how he helped him extend his career. Zverev also talks about Nick Kyrgios, after the Australian was suspended following a match against Mischa in Shanghai, growing up with Novak Djokovic and what he saw in him as a competitor, even at as a young teenager, and more.

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    ESPN's Cari Champion on tennis, broadcast media, more Oct 13, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Cari Champion about how she got involved in the media industry, her history with tennis—she used to cover Serena and Venus Williams in Florida while working for a news station—and how she tries to bring tennis to her current job. Wertheim and Champion also talk about the place of tennis in the sports landscape from the perspective of someone who works for a mainstream sports show and more.

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    Dick Enberg on broadcasting career, Wimbledon, more Oct 06, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Dick Enberg, just a few days after he retired following a 60-year broadcasting career across an impressive variety of sports, from tennis to baseball, college basketball and more. Enberg talks about what he will miss from his career and his plans for how he will spend him time after play-by-play announcing. Enberg recalls his time as a college professor teaching on campus and discusses his transition to "being a fan" after his retirement. Wertheim and Enberg talk about his preparation for calling a game or match, how he became interested in commentating, his time in the booth at Wimbledon alongside Bud Collins, and later, John McEnroe, and more.

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    Eric Butorac on new USTA role, retirement Sep 29, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Eric Butorac. After playing his last ATP doubles match at the U.S. Open, ending his professional tennis career, Butorac joins the podcast just a few weeks ahead of starting his new career and position at the USTA, as the director of professional tennis operations and player relations​. Butorac also talks about how he spent the last month off after the U.S. Open, what it's like to stay home instead of traveling to tournaments on the tour and how he's adjusting to life after tennis. After tweeting about the length of matches, Butorac defends his statement about player health and the five-set match debate and more.

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    Martina Navratilova on U.S. Open, politics Sep 22, 2016

    On this week's episode host Jon Wertheim talks with Martina Navratilova about her takeaways from the 2016 U.S. Open, the careers of Serena Williams, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal and more. Navratilova also talks about her career, what she would do differently looking back, her current relationship with her Czech roots and more. The pair also discusses Navratilova's political views, the upcoming election, her impact and advocacy for gay and lesbian rights and more.

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    Dirk Nowitzki on the state of German tennis, favorite players Sep 15, 2016

    On this week's episode of the SI Tennis Beyond the Baseline Podcast, Sports Illustrated executive editor and host Jon Wertheim talks with Dirk Nowitzki. A week after the U.S. Open in New York, Wertheim is joined by the Dallas Mavericks' power forward, who is an avid tennis fan and player when he's not on the courts in the NBA. Wertheim and Nowitzki discuss how his interest in tennis began, his favorite players, what it's like to play with Andy Roddick and other former pros and more.

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    Checking in from the 2016 U.S. Open in New York Sep 01, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim and SI.com tennis producer Jamie Lisanti report from New York on the first days of action at the 2016 U.S. Open. After No. 3-seed Garbine Muguruza was eliminated from the tournament, Wertheim and Lisanti discuss the remaining players in the draw and top storylines, including Novak Djokovic's injury, Bernie Tomic's comments, Nick Kyrgios, the Arthur Ashe Stadium roof and noise and much more.

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    Gigi Fernandez on Puerto Rico, Puig and more Aug 18, 2016

    On this week's episode of the SI Tennis Beyond the Baseline Podcast, Sports Illustrated executive editor and host Jon Wertheim talks with Gigi Fernandez about Monica Puig's historic gold medal victory in Rio at the Olympics and broader issues about Puerto Rico as a country, its status in the Olympic Games and more. Fernandez also shares her experience with cultural identity issues as a Puerto Rican, her transition to retirement, what her life is like now, her current work coaching doubles to recreational players, the "Gigi method" and more. Fernandez also gives her picks for top doubles players to watch at the U.S. Open and shares some of her tactics for playing doubles, regardless of your skill level.

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    Glenn Greenwald from Brazil on Rio 2016 Aug 04, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Glenn Greenwald. A former lawyer, leading investigative journalist and tennis fan, Greenwald joins the podcast from his home near Rio de Janiero, Brazil, where he has lived for the past 11 years. Greenwald discusses the upcoming Rio 2016 Olympics, his interest in tennis, why he enjoys watching the WTA a little bit more than the ATP and more about his fondness of the sport. As a journalist with The Intercept, Greenwald discusses whether he would like to cover and write about tennis, what he thinks about corruption, such as doping and match-fixing, and conflicts of interest in the sport. Wertheim and Greenwald also talk about the role and popularity of tennis in Brazil, as compared to other sports.

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    Former NBA player Jason Collins Jul 28, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with former NBA player and tennis fan Jason Collins after his spoke at the Democratic National Convention with his twin brother, Jarron, to talk about his involvement in politics, his relationship with the Clinton family and his relationship with tennis. Collins also talks about how he views tennis after playing basketball professionally, his efforts and advocacy for LGBT rights and his opinion on gay athletes today, how Collins became such a big tennis fan and avid player and more.

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    World No. 35 CoCo Vandweghe Jul 21, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with CoCo Vandeweghe to discuss her family's athletic history, what this upbringing taught her about sports and the Olympics and how it affects her tennis career today. She also talks about life on the WTA Tour, her experience at Wimbledon this year, if she compares herself to other pro players, the difficulties of making a living in tennis, her goals for the rest of the season and more. Wertheim and Vandeweghe also talks about the Rio 2016 Olympics, how it will be different from a Grand Slam and what she is expecting from the experience.

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    Wimbledon 2016 preview with Justin Gimelstob Jun 24, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Justin Gimelstob to preview Wimbledon 2016. Gimelstob discusses the highlights of the draw and gives his top matches to watch. He also talks about Novak Djokovic's chances at a title, who could possibly beat him, Milos Raonic's new addition of John McEnroe to his team and how it will affect him at Wimbledon and Roger Federer's return after missing the French Open due to injury. Gimelstob also discusses Serena Williams' place in tennis after losing the first two majors of the year in the finals, Garbine Muguruza's chances at the title, Madison Keys and her goals for the tournament and more.

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    Serena Williams documentary director Ryan White Jun 16, 2016

    On this week's episode, Sports Illustrated executive editor and host Jon Wertheim talks with Ryan White, the director of the new documentary Serena​. Ahead of the premiere on EPIX on Wednesday, June 22 at 8 p.m. ET, White joins the podcast to discuss his process for producing the film, where the idea came from, how he was able to get Serena to give him such 24/7, intimate access and how the film was produced. He also discusses Serena's relationship with tennis and what he learned about her and the sport of tennis during filming. Also on the podcast, White talks about the challenges of shooting Serena, what it was like to spend all of this time for her, what's next for him in his own career and more.

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    Sportscaster Ted Robinson Jun 08, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with sportscaster Ted Robinson after he led coverage for the 2016 French Open. He talks about the weather in Paris, the tournament's need for covered courts, how the organizers handled the scheduling and more. He also shares stories and insight from the booth and what it's like to cover a match, specifically a Serena match, and how he got his start in covering tennis. Robinson talks about his relationship with John McEnroe, where he sees tennis in the sports landscape, how he prepares to call a match and more.

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    Jon Wertheim from Roland Garros on Djokovic, Serena, more Jun 01, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim calls into the studio from Roland Garros to talk with SI's Jamie Lisanti about the second week of the tournament. He discusses his interview for Tennis Channel with Novak Djokovic after he defeated Roberto Bautista Agut in the fourth round, Serena's current form and possible semifinal matchups. Wertheim also talks about how he prepares for on-court interviews, what it's like to talk with top players right after a match and more.

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    Lindsay Davenport previews 2016 French Open May 19, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Lindsay Davenport ahead of the 2016 French Open. The pair discusses the No. 1 seeds, Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams, the top men's and women's seeds, the landscape of women's tennis, how players prep for the clay season and more. Davenport talks about the impact of the absence of Maria Sharapova, due to her doping announcement in March.

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    Gerry Marzorati on new tennis book May 12, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with former editor of The New York Times magazine Gerry Marzorati to talk about his new book, Late to the Ball: Age. Learn. Fight. Love. Play Tennis. Win. Part memoir and part sports book, Marzorati talks about what it was like to write about tennis, how he kept track of his progress during the lead-up to the book and where the idea came from. Marzorati also talks about the current state of tennis, how the game looks different on TV, his time at The New York Times, the role of the magazine in today's media landscape and more.

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    Dick Vitale May 05, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with ESPN college basketball analyst Dick Vitale. An avid tennis fan, Vitale discusses his current relationship with tennis, the reasons he loves tennis, the differences between being a commentator for tennis vs. basketball and what it's like being a tennis dad. He also shares stories about his friendship with tennis coach Nick Bollettieri, his experiences attending Wimbledon with his family, the time he met Roger Federer and more. Also on the podcast, Vitale discusses his passion for helping children in need, specifically through his 11th Annual Dick Vitale Gala, which will be held on May 13 in Sarasota, Fla., to honor coaches across many sports and raise money for cancer research. Net proceeds of Vitale's event will support the V Foundation's continued effort to find cures for pediatric cancer.

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    Irina Falconi Apr 28, 2016

    After winning the first title of her career last week in Bogota, Irina Falconi joins the podcast from Madrid. Falconi talks about her college tennis career at Georgia Tech, why she chose that school and what the pro life is like after going to college. The 25-year-old is also finishing up her degree at Indiana University through the WTA Tour's program and she talks about why it was important for her to complete her degree, her origins and family in Ecuador, how she started playing tennis, her boyfriend and more. Also on the podcast, Falconi talks about the recent earthquake in Ecuador and her efforts to help those affected by the disaster with her GoFundMe page: https://www.gofundme.com/2n45ympk.

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    Judy Murray Apr 21, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Judy Murray, mother of No. 1 ATP doubles player Jamie and No. 2 singles player Andy. She discusses her role as a tennis parent and a coach, how she got started in tennis and coaching, talent development in Scotland and her tennis program Tennis on the Road, which aims to inspire coaches, children and parents to get involved in and stay in tennis. She also details her relationships with her sons, Andy's coaching partnership with Amelie Mauresmo, how Jamie got into doubles, how she prioritizes coaching and parenting and more.

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    Alexandra Stevenson Apr 14, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Alexandra Stevenson. After making headlines at 18 years old with a run from qualifying to the Wimbledon semifinals 1999, Stevenson rose to No. 18 in the rankings but shoulder problems deterred her career in 2002. Since then, Now 35, Stevenson checks in from an ITF tournament in Pelham, Ala., to talk with Wertheim about her life since surgery, managing her finances, what it was like to go from top 10 in the world to her current ranking of No. 545. Stevenson also discusses her current relationship with her father, Julius "Dr. J" Erving, how the unveiling of the news to the public at the age of 18 has affected her life since then and more.

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    Andy Roddick on fatherhood, Djokovic, Sharapova, more Apr 07, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Andy Roddick, who talks about his podcast experience, his work with Ryan Harrison and the role that tennis plays in his life right now, especially as a new father to a baby boy. Roddick also talks about the state of American tennis, Sharapova's positive drug test, his relationship with Serena Williams, Djokovic's dominance and more.

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    Lindsay Davenport on first three months of season Apr 01, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Lindsay Davenport, who checks in to assess the first 90 days tennis, featuring match-fixing, Maria Sharapova's doping admission, Raymond Moore's comments, the equal prize money debate and more. Davenport discusses how she feels reporting and commentating on the sport's recent headlines, Moore's comments, how important prize money was to her during her career, how players actually claim their money, Andy Murray's actions on court and more. Davenport also gives advice for recreational tennis players on how to close a match.

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    Brett Haber on career, Sharapova, more Mar 17, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Brett Haber about how he started his career how he got into tennis specifically. The pair also talks about the Maria Sharpova doping admission and Haber gives his opinion on the situation and suggests an appropriate suspension for Sharapova. Haber talks about how he prepares to call a tennis match, how calling other sports has helped him in tennis, rising young American players and more.

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    Tennis commentator Brad Gilbert Mar 10, 2016

    On this week's episode, Wertheim talks with Brad Gilbert about his playing career, Novak Djokovic's fan base vs. other top players like Federer and Nadal and how the Serb compares to stars in other sports, such as Steph Curry on the Golden State Warriors. A California native and big sports fan, Gilbert also talks about the Warriors, how he makes tennis accessible to the casual sports fan in his commentary, the absence of Roger Federer at Indian Wells and more.

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    18-year-old American Taylor Fritz Mar 03, 2016

    After cracking the ATP top 100 on Monday at No. 81 following a run to the final at the Memphis Open last month, Fritz checks in to talk about his transition to the pro level. Fritz also talks about how he prepares for interviews and other aspects of the pro tennis lifestyle, his interest in other sports, his decision to forgo a college career, his goals for the rest of the season after reaching a career-high ranking and more.

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    Andre Agassi on tennis, new venture, philanthropy Feb 25, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Andre Agassi. The pair discusses Agassi's recent investment with his wife, Steffi Graf, and others in the new athlete-created video website Unscriptd. Agassi reveals what he now spends most of his time doing, his philanthropic efforts with the Andre Agassi Foundation for Education and what he learned from writing his book Open: An Autobiography, his current relationship with sports—specifically with tennis—and more.

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    Former ATP player, current coach Justin Gimelstob Feb 18, 2016

    In this week's episode host Jon Wertheim talks with Justin Gimelstob, a former ATP player and current broadcaster, ATP board member and coach of World No. 11 John Isner. He talks with Wertheim about his various jobs in tennis—and they debate on these roles in tennis and general conflicts of interest in the sport. Gimelstob also talks openly about the 2008 incident that was one of the more regrettable moments of his career, his relationship with Roger Federer, the match-fixing scandal that dominated the conversation at the 2016 Australian Open, what it's like to coach John Isner and more.

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    Lyndrea Price, sister of Venus and Serena Williams Feb 11, 2016

    On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Lyndrea Price, who discusses what it was like growing up in the public eye as Venus and Serena Williams's sister and what it's like to be a sibling to two top tennis stars. A fashion merchandiser and developer, Price talks about how she formed her own voice and career, her newest venture, Ember Lynn Designs, what it was like being at Indian Wells last year when Serena returned, why tennis is not part of her identity and more.

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    Australian Open wrap-up: What's next for Serena? and more Feb 04, 2016

    Host Jon Wertheim addresses the top stories following the 2016 Australian Open with Jamie Lisanti in-studio in New York. Where does Serena go from here? And what do we make of Andy Murray's loss to Novak Djokovic, Milos Raonic's deep run and Victoria Azarenka's exit in the quarterfinals. Wertheim also names his winners and losers from the tournament and addresses the recent news of Roger Federer's knee surgery after the Australian Open semifinals and more.

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    Previewing the 2016 Australian Open with Lindsay Davenport Jan 14, 2016

    Jon Wertheim (https://twitter.com/jon_wertheim) talks with Lindsay Davenport (https://twitter.com/LDavenport76) before she heads to Melbourne to cover the 2016 Australian Open for Tennis Channel to talk about the rash of injuries in the WTA, what it means for the Australian Open and if changes should be made to the WTA and ATP calendars in the future. Davenport also makes predictions for Serena Williams, who has not played a full match since the beginning of the season due to knee inflammation. Davenport and Wertheim also discuss the 2016 Rio Olympics, players' training regimens their picks for the 2016 Australian Open men's and women's winners and more. -- The Beyond the Baseline Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code BEYOND at FanDuel.com for a risk-free tournament up to $10. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at seatgeek.com. Enter code BEYOND to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

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    Former Top 10 player, current investment banker Mario Ancic Jan 07, 2016

    In this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim (https://twitter.com/jon_wertheim) talks with former ATP Top 10 player and current investment banker for Credit Suisse, Mario Ancic (https://twitter.com/ancicmario). The 31-year-old discusses his transition from a 10-year pro tennis career to Columbia Law School, where he studied and completed his law degree in 2013, to his current career. Ancic compares the league to tennis and shares what he believes the ATP can do from a business standpoint to improve the sport. Ancic also makes predictions for Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and more for the 2016 season, shares what he wants his career to be remembered for, his Croatian pride and more. -- The Beyond the Baseline Podcast is sponsored by FanDuel. Enter promo code BEYOND at FanDuel.com for a risk-free tournament up to $10. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at seatgeek.com. Enter code BEYOND to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

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    Best moments of 2015 Dec 31, 2015

    In this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim recaps the year on the podcast with a collection of the best interviews and moments. Listeners will hear from Kelsey Anderson before her husband Kevin's match against Novak Djokovic at Wimbledon, Victoria Azarenka in New York during the U.S. Open, James Blake before he ran the New York City Marathon, Lindsay Davenport at the end of the 2015 season and more.

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    Serena Williams Sportsperson of the Year outtakes Dec 22, 2015

    In this week's episode, Jon Wertheim presents exclusive audio from Serena Williams from the Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year event and accompanying interviews. Serena discusses what she enjoys most besides tennis, the hindrance call during the 2015 Australian Open final, why the French Open was one of the toughest moments of her career and what it's been like to share her tennis journey with her sister, Venus. You'll also get to hear Venus' full speech from the SI Sportsperson of the Year event, including mom Oracene Price and sisters Lyndrea and Isha, and Serena's full acceptance speech for the award, including when she recites a part of Maya Angelou's poem, Still I Rise.

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    Longtime coach Paul Annacone Dec 17, 2015

    In this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Paul Annacone to talk about his time coaching players like Pete Sampras, Roger Federer and Sloane Stephens. The pair also discusses Serena Williams's Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year award. Annacone also reveals some secrets of coaching, how different players require different strategies and more.

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    Former player and commentator Mary Carillo Dec 03, 2015

    In this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks in-studio with Mary Carillo. A former WTA player, Carillo discusses how she got into the media business, what she likes about her job and who was her biggest mentor. Carillo also talks about the Williams sisters, Novak Djokovic, conflicts of interest in tennis and more.

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    Should Serena Williams or Novak Djokovic win SI's Sportsman of the Year? Nov 24, 2015

    In this week's episode, Jon Wertheim, Elizabeth Newman and S.L. Price talk in a roundtable led by Jamie Lisanti about SI's 2015 Sportsman of the Year candidates Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic. The group talks about dominance in the WTA and ATP, fan support and recognition, winning percentages, age, career achievements and many other factors that are considered when choosing Sportsman of the Year. -- Beyond the Baseline is brought to you by FanDuel. Enter promo code BEYOND at FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at seatgeek.com. Enter code BEYOND in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

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    Lindsay Davenport on Serena, WTA Finals, more Oct 22, 2015

    Keeping with a new tradition on the Beyond the Baseline Podcast, Lindsay Davenport joins the show for the first time since the U.S. Open in August. Davenport discusses Stacey Allaster's resignation and Serena Williams's loss at the U.S. Open and why she believes Serena's choice to skip the Asian swing and the WTA Finals is a wise one. The pair also talks about World No. 1 Novak Djokovic, who is on a roll since winning in New York. Among other topics, Wertheim and Davenport also talk about Ashleigh Barty, the former Australian tennis star who is now playing cricket. -- Beyond the Baseline is brought to you by FanDuel. Enter promo code BEYOND at http://FanDuel.com for up to $200 in bonus cash. We are also sponsored by the SeatGeek app, available in app stores and at http://seatgeek.com. Enter code BEYOND in the app to for a $20 rebate off your first ticket purchase.

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    Jazz pianist and composer Fred Hersch Oct 08, 2015

    In this week's episode, Sports Illustrated executive editor and host Jon Wertheim talks with Grammy-nominated jazz pianist and composer Fred Hersch about the parallels between tennis and jazz music. Hersch talks about improvisation, both in music and on the courts, and how body mechanics in both play a role in how successful an artist or athlete can be. Wertheim and Hersch also talk about Roger Federer, Serena Williams and other players and how their free-flowing play, footwork and ability to create shots can be both advantageous and detrimental to their games. Hersch also discusses the role of silence and pauses and gender in both music and tennis, what tennis fans and players can learn from a jazz pianist and composer and more. (Music credit: Fred Hersch's "Whirl" from album "Solo" used with permission from Fred Hersch.)

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    2015 U.S. Open draw analysis Aug 27, 2015

    SI's tennis experts and writers Jon Wertheim, Richard Deitsch, Elizabeth Newman and Jamie Lisanti analyze and discuss the 2015 U.S. Open men's and women's draws and make their picks for the top matches to watch, upsets and title winners. What is Serena Williams's possible path to the calendar Grand Slam? Does Andy Murray or Roger Federer have a better chance at the title?

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    Lindsay Davenport on social media and mental health, Serena and more Aug 20, 2015

    Beyond the Baseline podcast host and SI executive editor Jon Wertheim chats with Lindsay Davenport from the Western and Southern Open in Cincinnati. The pair discusses Andy Murray and his camp, social media and it's relation to mental health issues on tour, Serena Williams's state ahead of the U.S. Open, what should happen next with the Nick Kyrgios controversy and more.

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    Throwback Thursday: Exclusive Roger Federer Interview from Toronto 2014 Aug 06, 2015

    Sports Illustrated executive editor Jon Wertheim dives into his interview archives to bring back one of his favorites—a conversation with Roger Federer in August 2014 in Toronto—in honor of Throwback Thursday. Over espressos and cappuccino in a hotel lobby in Toronto, Wertheim sits down with Federer to talk about how he is balancing fatherhood and tennis. He also talks about how he cautiously embraced social media—and now finds it to be a great, interactive space where he can connect with fans. In this podcast, Federer gives an inside look into his personal life, inspirations, career, Swiss heritage, family and more.

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    Lindsay Davenport talks coaching, Wimbledon and more Jun 11, 2015

    Sports Illustrated executive editor Jon Wertheim caught up with former World No. 1, Hall of Famer, current coach and commentator Lindsay Davenport to assess the performances of the men's and women's players at Roland Garros. With Wimbledon just weeks away, Davenport also makes her early picks for the third Slam of the year and also discusses her coaching relationship with American Madison Keys and predictions for 20-year-old for the remainder of the season.

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