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Tennis Anyone with Michael Kosta

Michael Kosta
Tennis
Donald Trump
Yannick Sinner
Carlos Alcaraz
Novak Djokovic
Australian Open
Comedy
US Open
The Daily Show
French Open
Wimbledon
Politics
Coco Gauff
Rafael Nadal
Pickleball
Political Violence
Mental Health
2024 U.S. Presidential Election
Saudi Arabia
Tennis Channel

Michael Kosta, a professional stand up comedian and former Big Ten tennis champion (U of Illinois), who once carried a #864 ATP singles ranking, talks tennis and life.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes100Founded7 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Kosta talks Nick Cave, Millionaire, French Open, Colbert, and so much more, see him live or on YouTube.

Tennis for kids helpful hints, Late Night discussion, Marta Kostyuk is a bad ass, also messages in bottles so romantic.

Madrid, coup attempts, rankings check in, see you soon on tour.

Interviews, Trump assassination attempt #3, crypto, The Pitt, results, and more!

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John Wertheim
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Former Marine officer and current lawyer specializing in constitutional law
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Irina Sabalenka
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Alyssa Slotkin
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Host

Michael Kosta
Host of Tennis Anyone with Michael Kosta

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 466 ratings
  • Total Fav

    Love the podcast— Kosta offers sharp, incisive commentary on all things culture, politics, and tennis! I don’t even play tennis but I love his perspective and comedy, and genuinely look forward to every episode. Read his book!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AudiosBooks
    United States2 months ago
  • Good show

    Thanks Kosta

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dr.mys
    United States4 months ago
  • Thank you

    I love this show. I’ve played and followed tennis all my life. I also follow politics and current events. Now I can get both in one place. Thank you for my improved service grip. See you in Denver on the 24th!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michigander in Colorado
    United States4 months ago
  • So much more!

    For those of us who love tennis, Michael Kosta, comedy, current events and so much more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jennjwhite
    Canada5 months ago
  • Great listen

    Thanks for the great podcast. Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarkSad
    Canada5 months ago

Listeners Say

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Commenters often highlight the host's personality, guest variety, and engaging storytelling as reasons to keep listening.
Fans appreciate thoughtful takes on sports, media, and current events delivered with relatability and humor.
Listeners praise the mix of tennis insight and humor, noting the host's candid, unfiltered style.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#21
United States/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#29
Canada/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#71
United Kingdom/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#40
Australia/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#42
Germany/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#64
Italy/Sports/Tennis

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High Quality
Q: People who are watching play the sport at all different levels, what's one piece of advice you could give a tennis player on a way to improve their game?
A simple, actionable reminder to focus on not missing, with guidance to connect mindset to concrete cues like keeping the ball in play through proper footwork, technique, and consistent practice rather than chasing perfection.
US Open Finals 2025
Q: How would you describe the biggest difference in facing Carlos versus facing other players?
Sinner noted that Carlos has improved, particularly in serving and handling the match pressure better than he did.
Wake Up Call
Q: What are your thoughts on Trump's use of federal power especially in regard to law enforcement?
Stark argues that Trump's rhetoric and actions challenge constitutional limits and express a dangerous expansion of federal authority.
Wake Up Call
Q: What kind of background do you have that makes you knowledgeable about these issues?
Aaron Stark explains his background as a former Marine officer and a lawyer who has done legal work in both military and civilian courts.
6-0 6-0
Q: What helped cheer you up at a difficult moment?
She highlighted being surrounded by her family as a significant source of comfort after the loss.

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A humorous, candid show that blends tennis analysis with wide-ranging culture, politics, and personal stories. Episodes frequently thread on-court performance and coaching tips with timely commentary on current events, celebrity interviews, and life observations, all delivered in a relaxed, stand-up-informed style. Unique strengths include a willingness to riff across topics, a grounded love of tennis rooted in former competitive play, and a knack for turning everyday experiences into accessible insights for fans of sports, comedy, and news alike.

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1. Marta Kostiuk
2. Craig Tiley
3. John Wertheim
4. Brian Vahaley
5. Conor Niland
6. Aaron Stark
7. Amanda Anisimova
8. Irina Sabalenka

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