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The Inside-In Tennis Podcast

Mitch Michals, Bleav
Novak Djokovic
Australian Open
Jannik Sinner
Coco Gauff
Aryna Sabalenka
Carlos Alcaraz
2024 Australian Open
Daniil Medvedev
Alexander Zverev
Iga Swiatek
Taylor Fritz
Ben Shelton
Tennis
Rafael Nadal
Mirra Andreeva
Andre Rublev
Wimbledon
Davis Cup
US Open
Miami Open

Host Mitch Michals takes you inside the world of professional tennis with the past, present, and future of the sport. This podcast features broadcasters, players, and many others who eat, sleep & breathe tennis. Stay in the loop and in the know with The Inside-In Podcast

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Latest Episodes

Jason Stacy has been a mainstay on the tennis tour for several decades, and with work with World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka has been groundbreaking. He joins the podcast to discuss his path to becoming one of the most respected high performance coaches in... more

Alexandra Stevenson joins the show to recap the WTA season, and discuss how each of the top players made their mark in 2025. Stevenson explains why Amanda Anisimova was the story of the tennis world this calendar year, and how the American has worked... more

Cracked Racquets provides coverage of pro, college and junior tennis like nobody else in the industry. Their CEO and founder Dalton Thieneman joins the podcast to explain how the company was created, and in less than a decade became a destination for... more

The Cranbook Tennis Classic has become one of the top events on the Challenger Tour, and founder David DeMuth joins the podcast to explain why he embarked on such a passionate journey to bring the pro game to Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. DeMuth discus... more

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Recent Guests

Jason Stacy
Fitness and mental coach who works with Aryna Sabalenka
Episode: High Performance Coach Jason Stacy on His Work With Aryna Sabalenka, Developing Mental Strength and Becoming An Innovator In The World Of Tennis Training
Steve Denton
Head coach of the Texas A&M men's tennis team, former two-time major finalist
Texas A&M
Episode: Texas A&M Men's Coach Steve Denton on Building the Aggies, Reaching Two Australian Open Finals And Coaching Vacherot, Rinderknech and Other Pros
Steve Flink
Hall of Fame tennis writer and historian
Episode: Sinner Bests Alcaraz To Win The ATP Finals, Djokovic's 2026 and Who's Next With Steve Flink
Eliot Spizzirri
American tennis player and 2023 ITA Men's Champion at Texas, currently ranked 87th in the world
Episode: Eliot Spizzirri On A Breakthrough Season, Practicing With Federer and Following His Fellow Americans
Nick Monroe
TV broadcaster, veteran tennis coach for USTA.
USTA
Episode: Nick Monroe on Rybakina's WTA Finals Triumph, Title No. 1 For Tien and No. 101 For Djokovic
Dainelle Collins
Professional tennis player known for her fierce personality and recent endorsements.
Episode: Richsport Co-Founder Sarah Koudouzian On Her Journey From Competitive Player To Starting A Tennis Fashion Company
Gigi Fernandez
17-time Grand Slam Doubles Champion and member of the International Tennis Hall of Fame
Founder of Tennis For Hope Foundation
Episode: Gigi Fernandez on Her Road to The Hall of Fame, 17 Doubles Majors. and Creating The Tennis For Hope Foundation
Conor Casey
Tennis coach, content creator, and former collegiate player
Episode: Content Creator Conor Casey's Path from Coach to Social Media Powerhouse, Teaching Tennis with Comedy and His NCAA Experience
John Davey
CEO and Founder of Fast Track Tennis
Fast Track Tennis
Episode: Fast Track Tennis CEO and Founder John Davey on The Training Tool That's Changing The Game

Host

Mitch Michals
Host with a background in sports broadcasting, focusing on the professional tennis circuit and engaging with various industry experts and athletes to provide insight.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 82 ratings
  • Happy I found this

    The host has a great voice and I am happy I found a tennis podcast with a host with an American accent. It is frequently updated and the topics that are discussed are interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nbsluyyz
    Canada3 months ago
  • Up there with the Best

    This is a great podcast - rivals The Tennis Podcast in my opinion … I just love this podcast - dude does a great job. Well done. Only thing I would change - post more podcasts; I need more of this greatness. Thanks!

    *update. Lately Mitch’s moans along with someone’s speaking is driving me MAAAD. Just little uh-huhs, mmm, small noises of agreement with the guest, etc. it is beyond distracting … this has gone from my 2nd fave podcast to one i listen to last on the list of tennis podcasts.

    Also,... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MansonsMom
    United States3 months ago
  • Ciao for now

    One of my favorite tennis pods. Always a thoughtful assessment and a break from overwrought analysis. I must say Jimmy Arias is my favorite guest to listen to he is so pragmatic and his dry wit is appreciated. Excellent episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hola todos!
    United States3 months ago
  • Request to stop making noises when a guest is speaking

    Please stop saying “ mmhmm”and making noises when people are speaking!!! It’s so hard to listen to when you do that when I have headphones on. It’s really hard to listen to

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Vie_tennis
    United States5 months ago
  • You canNOT ve serious!

    Mitch: “Zverev is a likable guy…”

    I hate to say this because I really want to like your podcast, but I had to shut you off at the moment because from that point on you demonstrated zero lack of credibility. Is it important for you that athletes have character on and off the court? Apparently not. I don’t need to tell you anything about the man’s defects because you certainly as anyone else does. And yet you continue to ignore the repeated demonstrations of his narcissistic antisocial behavio... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    unclejamo
    United States10 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the engaging style and expertise of the host, often highlighting a strong connection to the tennis community.
Many listeners commend the insightful interviews with a variety of guests, noting the value in personal stories that resonate with fans.
Critiques include occasional distractions from host interjections that can hinder the listening experience.
Feedback indicates enthusiasm for the diversified topics covered, but some express a desire for improvements in audio quality and pacing during discussions.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#20
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Apple Podcasts
#18
Canada/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#21
United Kingdom/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#17
Australia/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#22
France/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#35
Germany/Sports/Tennis

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Cracked Racquets CEO and Founder Dalton Thieneman On Filling The Void And Becoming The Standard For College and Junior Tennis Coverage
Q: What was your tennis consumption like growing up?
I was a late adopter to tennis, initially focusing on basketball and other sports until I got cut from the basketball team and shifted my focus to tennis in high school.
Cracked Racquets CEO and Founder Dalton Thieneman On Filling The Void And Becoming The Standard For College and Junior Tennis Coverage
Q: How does tennis factor into your professional life?
Tennis re-entered my life post-graduation while networking with legislators who also played tennis, reconnecting me with the sport I had a passion for.
WTA Season In Review With Alexandra Stevenson: Sabalenka, Swiatek, Gauff and Keys Take The Majors, While Anisimova and Rybakina Rise Up
Q: How did Coco Gauff's season unfold as a whole?
She won the French Open, faced challenges with her serve, and became the highest paid female athlete, marking her as a remarkable presence in women's tennis.
WTA Season In Review With Alexandra Stevenson: Sabalenka, Swiatek, Gauff and Keys Take The Majors, While Anisimova and Rybakina Rise Up
Q: What makes Amanda Anisimova's season particularly noteworthy?
Her resilience and performance in Grand Slam finals, especially after overcoming mental health challenges, make her the standout story of the year.
High Performance Coach Jason Stacy on His Work With Aryna Sabalenka, Developing Mental Strength and Becoming An Innovator In The World Of Tennis Training
Q: How you keep the motivation, how you keep working, and how you keep seeking to improve when you've reached what many would consider the pinnacle?
Jason emphasized that the shift in motivation is from personal achievement to fighting for the team and a larger purpose beyond oneself.

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Recent guests on The Inside-In Tennis Podcast include:

1. Jason Stacy
2. Steve Denton
3. Steve Flink
4. Eliot Spizzirri
5. Nick Monroe
6. Dainelle Collins
7. Gigi Fernandez
8. Conor Casey

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