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  • More Than a Game: René Vidal’s Formula for Transformational Success”

    More Than a Game: René Vidal’s Formula for Transformational Success”
    2025/04/20

    Today’s guest is René Vidal, head coach of Northern Illinois University’s men’s tennis team and a published author. With a dynamic coaching style and an unstoppable drive for excellence, René embodies a rare spirit of leadership that ignites transformation both on and off the court. His passion, energy, and commitment to greatness have set him apart — and today, we’re uncovering the powerful mindset and principles that make him a true force of inspiration.”
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    35 分
  • Halep Hangs It Up, Garin’s Gamesmanship, & Aussie Open Aftermath

    Halep Hangs It Up, Garin’s Gamesmanship, & Aussie Open Aftermath
    2025/02/20

    In S2 E1 we discuss BREAKING NEWS about Simona Halep's retirement, the Davis Cup drama between Cristian Garin and ZZ Bergs, and the lackluster and poorly kitted Australian Open highlighted by media antics more than on-court action.

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    53 分
  • Tick Tock Tennis: Bettors gain an edge from the serve clock.

    Tick Tock Tennis: Bettors gain an edge from the serve clock.
    2025/01/08

    Meet Natalie Cutter, a Boston native whose love for sports started at age 4, wielding a tennis racket at a Greensboro, NC sports camp. From playing to coaching, her days were filled with tennis, cheering for Roger Federer, making NFL game picks, and catching Red Sox and Patriots games—sports has always been her world.

    Fast forward to 2023, Natalie graduated from Wake Forest (GO DEACS!) with a double major in Economics and Psychology earning High Honors for her fascinating thesis exploring how betting markets responded to the introduction of the serve clock in tennis.

    Since then, Natalie’s presented her research at the Eastern Economics Association for the North American Association of Sports Economics and working on getting her study published in the Journal of Sports Betting.

    In this episode, we chat about her journey from tennis courts to academic conferences, what sparked her interest in sports economics, and how her work could change the way we think about betting markets. Whether you’re a tennis fan, sports nerd, or just curious about the numbers behind the game, this is a conversation you’ll love.
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    52 分
  • A Conversation with Tennis Journalist, Stephanie Myles

    A Conversation with Tennis Journalist, Stephanie Myles
    2024/12/12
    Join us for an insightful and entertaining conversation with the incomparable Canadian tennis journalist, Stephanie Myles. With decades of experience covering the sport, Stephanie has become a trusted voice in tennis media known for her sharp opinions, in-depth analysis, and unparalleled dedication to covering the game. In this episode, we delve into her journey from a budding baseball journalist to a prominent figure in tennis reporting. We discuss her work with Open Court and the challenges of covering a global sport in an ever-changing media landscape. Stephanie also shares anecdotes from her time appearing on television, offering expert commentary and analysis for major tennis events, and what it takes to balance print, online, and broadcast journalism.
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    55 分
  • Sweat, Seduction & CGI: The Winning Formula of Challengers

    Sweat, Seduction & CGI: The Winning Formula of Challengers
    2024/11/11
    Chris introduces us to Brian Drewes, founder of ZERO VFX, a visual effects and creative studio specializing in high-quality visual effects for film. Some of their work includes “Gran Turismo,” “Black Mass,” and “The Equalizer.” Brian takes us behind the scenes of “Challengers,” a film about three star-crossed lovers told through the lens of tennis, a sport that serves as an apt metaphor for internal conflict.
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    47 分
  • Three Stripes & the US Open

    Three Stripes & the US Open
    2024/08/24
    Nathan Roach, Sr. Category Manager at adidas, takes us behind the scenes of the legendary tennis brand where he’s worked for over 14 years. We learn about future predicting colorists and kit design, the logistics of athlete distribution, and the incredibly rich tennis history at adidas, including Billie Jean King’s blue suede shoes.
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    48 分
  • Wimbledon 24: from Djokovic’s knee to piccola Paolini

    Wimbledon 24: from Djokovic’s knee to piccola Paolini
    2024/07/14
    In E5 we talk all things Wimbledon ahead of the final, namely Djokovic’s meniscus, the meteoric rise of Jasmine Paolini, the cons of on-court coaching and the Americans playing for Old Glory in Paris. We also welcome back prodigal podster, Chris Jennings, who leads us off with his normal non-sequitur, this time adventures in Eagle Rock.
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    44 分
  • Stringing Confidence with Curt Stefan: Mental Mastery by Optimizing Your Gear

    Stringing Confidence with Curt Stefan: Mental Mastery by Optimizing Your Gear
    2024/06/04
    In this episode of “Breaking Back”, Curt Stefan, professional racquet stringer and understudy of the legendary Warren Bosworth, riffs on his first client, Ivan Lendl, Gugga, and the history of polyester string, and how the proper racquet setup can build a player’s confidence and keep them focused on the task at hand -- winning.
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    48 分