Cracked Interviews [Tennis Podcast]

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College Tennis

Tennis

Michigan State Men's Tennis

Naomi Osaka

NCAA Championships

UNC Women's Tennis

Harry Jadun

Oklahoma State

Florida State University

2024 ITA Indoor Championship

Ozan Baris

NCAA Tennis

Activism

College Match Day

NCAA

Doubles Championships

Mental Health

2024 Division I Women's National Team Indoor Championships

Florida Gators

NIL Opportunities

"Cracked Interviews" is a podcast that delves into the world of tennis, featuring interviews with some of the biggest names in the sport. From top players and coaches to brand leaders and analysts, this podcast offers an inside look at the lives and careers of those who shape the game. Join host and tennis enthusiast Alex Gruskin as he sits down with some of the biggest names in tennis for in-dept... more

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Publishes	Daily	Episodes	762	Founded	8 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	TennisSports NewsNewsSports

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Latest Episodes

Georgia All-American and WTA #149 Dasha Vidmanova Reflects on First Six Months of Pro Career

University of Georgia All-American and current WTA #149 Dasha Vidmanova joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to reflect on her first six months of Pro Tennis. She also discusses the significance of capturing the career triple crown her senior season, s... more

Yesterday • 34 min

Reese Brantmeier Post-Match Interview | NCAA FINAL | Def. B. Passola Folch 6-3, 6-3

Alex Gruskin speaks with first round winners at the 2025 NCAA Singles and Doubles Championships, live from the USTA National Campus.

Laurel Springs

Ranked among the best online private schools in the United States, Laurel Springs stands out when it... more

25 Nov 2025 • 7 min

Michael Zheng Post-Match Interview | NCAA FINAL | Def. T. Svajda 6-4, 1-6, 6-3

Alex Gruskin speaks with first round winners at the 2025 NCAA Singles and Doubles Championships, live from the USTA National Campus.

Laurel Springs

Ranked among the best online private schools in the United States, Laurel Springs stands out when it... more

25 Nov 2025 • 7 min

Berta Passola Folch Post-Match Interview | NCAA SF | Def. E. Welker 6-2, 4-6, 7-6

Alex Gruskin speaks with first round winners at the 2025 NCAA Singles and Doubles Championships, live from the USTA National Campus.

Laurel Springs

Ranked among the best online private schools in the United States, Laurel Springs stands out when it... more

22 Nov 2025 • 4 min

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Recent Guests

Trevor Sveta

Zheng's upcoming opponent in the final

Episode: Michael Zheng Post-Match Interview | NCAA SF | Def. P. Inchauspe 6-3, 5-7, 6-2

Michael Zheng

Columbia senior and NCAA tennis player

Columbia University

Episode: Michael Zheng Post-Match Interview | NCAA SF | Def. P. Inchauspe 6-3, 5-7, 6-2

Trevor Svajda

NCAA Singles Finalist from SMU

SMU (Southern Methodist University)

Episode: Trevor Svajda Post-Match Interview | NCAA SF | Def. M. Borisiouk 6-2, 6-0

Berta Passola

Senior at Cal and NCAA tennis player

University of California, Berkeley

Episode: Berta Passola Folch Post-Match Interview | NCAA QF | Def. K. Kubo 7-5, 6-2

Carmen Herea

Sophomore tennis player at Texas, recent winner in NCAA singles quarterfinal.

Texas Women's Tennis

Episode: Carmen Herea Post-Match Interview | NCAA Rd 16 | Def. L. Perry 4-6, 6-3, 6-2

Martin Borisiouk

NCAA Tennis Player from NC State

NC State

Episode: Martin Borisiouk Post-Match Interview | NCAA Rd 16 | Def. D. Suresh 6-4, 6-1

Berta Passola-Folch

Cal Senior and NCAA tennis player

California Golden Bears Tennis Team

Episode: Berta Passola Folch Post-Match Interview | NCAA Rd 16 | Def. G. Broadfoot 6-4, 6-3

Kyoka Kubo

Kansas Junior Tennis Player

University of Kansas

Episode: Kyoka Kubo Post-Match Interview | NCAA Rd 16 | Def. I. Balus 6-4, 6-1

Marko Miladinovic

Former Baylor tennis player, recent graduate

Baylor University

Episode: Marko Miladinovic Live from the 2025 Pro Bear Bash

Host

Alex Gruskin

Host and tennis enthusiast known for engaging interview styles and deep insights into the sport.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 151 ratings

Love it
Really fun and informative tennis podcast. The hosts have great chemistry and make even the nerdier parts of the sport easy to enjoy. Whether you’re into the pro tours or college tennis, there’s always something interesting to hear. A solid listen for anyone who loves the game.
Apple Podcasts
5
issasquirrel
United States7 months ago
Awesome!
Great podcast for those that love college tennis and tennis in general! Alex is always so engaging and fun to listen to! Over all great show and highly recommend!
Apple Podcasts
5
Linc Thom UNC
United States3 years ago
Great source for college tennis information
I really have enjoyed listening to Alex. His passion comes through the podcast. Highly recommend.
Apple Podcasts
5
DJDJ123
United States3 years ago
Engaging, comprehensive college tennis coverage
Some scholars have argued that Alex Gruskin has the best tennis podcasts!
Apple Podcasts
5
Austin Conlon
United States3 years ago
Always great
Alex is a fantastic host/interviewer who always keeps things fun to listen to. A great range of guests and topics across the tennis realm - there hasn’t been a single episode that I’ve listened to and haven’t enjoyed
Apple Podcasts
5
mjoiner3711
United States6 years ago

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Some reviews mention the podcast's ability to cater to both serious tennis fans and casual audiences, making it widely appealing.

Listeners praise the engaging host and the chemistry with guests, highlighting the enjoyable mix of fun and informative content related to tennis.

Many appreciate the depth of interviews, feeling that they provide unique insights into the lives of players and coaches that are not readily available elsewhere.

The podcast is often described as a must-listen for anyone interested in college tennis, with evaluations noting a solid range of topics and relevant discussions for fans of all levels.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts	#52	United States/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts	#67	Canada/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts	#103	United Kingdom/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts	#54	France/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts	#54	Australia/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts	#88	Germany/Sports/Tennis

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Kyoka Kubo Post-Match Interview | NCAA Rd 16 | Def. I. Balus 6-4, 6-1

Q: How does this win affect your confidence?

Kubo mentioned it boosts her confidence, especially after being down in the match.

Kyoka Kubo Post-Match Interview | NCAA Rd 16 | Def. I. Balus 6-4, 6-1

Q: What was working well for you on court?

Kubo reflected that she was just trying to move her opponent around and play hard without overthinking.

Carolina Gomez Alonso Post-Match Interview | NCAA Rd 16 | Def. P. Charney 6-2, 6-2

Q: How do you manage playing both singles and doubles in this tournament?

She indicated that doubles has helped her maintain competition energy, and she enjoys playing with her partner Annette who has experience in big matches.

Carolina Gomez Alonso Post-Match Interview | NCAA Rd 16 | Def. P. Charney 6-2, 6-2

Q: What does it mean for you to reach the NCAA singles quarterfinals?

Gomez Alonso expressed that it feels amazing especially considering her past struggles, and she is enjoying her final year while aiming to win the tournament.

Carolina Gomez Alonso Post-Match Interview | NCAA Rd 16 | Def. P. Charney 6-2, 6-2

Q: What was going through your head at a moment when your opponent was up 30-love?

Gomez Alonso mentioned that her legs were shaking, but she tried to calm herself and focus on continuing to play well, without freaking out.

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Recent guests on Cracked Interviews [Tennis Podcast] include:

1. Trevor Sveta
2. Michael Zheng
3. Trevor Svajda
4. Berta Passola
5. Carmen Herea
6. Martin Borisiouk
7. Berta Passola-Folch
8. Kyoka Kubo

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