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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
Taylor Fritz
Ben Shelton
Tennis
Rafael Nadal
Iga Swiatek
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

Simon Cambers joins the podcast to react to all the drama taking place at the 2026 Miami Open, headlined by Sebastian Korda's shocking upset victory over World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz. Cambers analyzes Korda's world-class game when he's firing on all cy... more

Robyn Duda joins the show to talk about RacquetX, the largest all-racquet sports festival and a world-class gathering that unites the leaders of tennis, padel, pickleball and more. Duda explains what goes into to putting on a weekend of this magnitud... more

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Hall of Fame journalist Steve Flink returns to the podcast to recap the outstanding 2026 Indian Wells tournament, which saw two decorated champions claim their first titles at Tennis Paradise. Flink breaks down how Jannik Sinner handled the oppositio... more

Tennis Channel broadcaster and producer Geoff Chizever joins the podcast to dive into all the action at Indian Wells, which may be the early favorite for pro tournament of the year. Chizever recaps Jack Draper's epic win over Novak Djokovic and analy... more

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Recent Guests

Robyn Duda
CEO and Co-founder of RacquetX
RacquetX
Episode: RacquetX Co-Founder and CEO Robyn Duda on The Boom in Racquet Sports
Steve Flink
Hall of Fame writer, author, historian of the game
Hall of Fame writer; author of The Immortals of American Tennis
Episode: Indian Wells Recap With Hall of Famer Steve Flink: Sinner and Sabalenka Emerge Victorious, Medvedev Shocks Alcaraz and More
Geoff Chizever
Television broadcaster for Tennis Channel; second serve host; producer and former World Team Tennis voice
Tennis Channel
Episode: Indian Wells Storylines With Geoff Chizever: Svitolina Stuns Swiatek, Alcaraz and Rybakina Keep Winning And Analyzing Draper's Ceiling
Mike James
Advanced analytics expert, former Mouratoglou Academy coach, head of coaching intelligence and strategy at Orreco Tennis
Orreco Tennis / Mouratoglou Academy
Episode: Tennis Performance Analyst Mike James on Data-Driven Coaching At The Highest Level + Working with Rune, Wawrinka, and The Very Best Players in The World
Steve Bellamy
Founder of Tennis Channel and creator of Typti
Episode: Steve Bellamy on Creating TYPTI, The Newest Racket Sport
Casper Ruud
Former world number two tennis player from Norway.
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Episode: Casper Ruud on Overachieving and Evolving To Compete With The Best + Chris Oddo on Rybakina vs. Sabalenka and The Men's Australian Open Semifinals
Eric Hubbs
Lead voice at Barstool Sports
Barstool Sports
Episode: Australian Open Breakdown with Barstool Hubbs: Wawrinka and Bublik Keep Shining, Mboko and Jovic Advance and Another Chapter of Tien/Medvedev
Lorenzo Musetti
Top five ATP player from Italy
ATP Tour
Episode: Lorenzo Musetti on His Breakout Season and Crafting His Style On And Off The Court + Leif Shiras on Early Titles for Sabalenka, Medvedvev and Bublik
Leif Shiras
Premier commentator and friend of the show
Tennis Channel
Episode: Lorenzo Musetti on His Breakout Season and Crafting His Style On And Off The Court + Leif Shiras on Early Titles for Sabalenka, Medvedvev and Bublik

Host

Mitch Michals
Host of the podcast and a seasoned tennis broadcaster known for critical draw analysis, match breakdowns, and engaging interviews.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 83 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
    Canada6 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 States6 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 States6 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 States8 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 Statesa year ago

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

This is a great podcast - rivals The Tennis Podcast in my opinion ... I just love this podcast - dude does a great job.
Please stop making noises when people are speaking!!! It's hard to listen to with headphones.
The host has a great voice and I am happy I found a tennis podcast with an American accent.
One of my favorite tennis pods. Always a thoughtful assessment and a break from overwrought analysis.
Mitch's guests bring credibility and the host draws out the stars of the sport.
The host's interpretation of tennis is appreciated and engaging.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#29
United States/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#38
Canada/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#45
United Kingdom/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#36
Germany/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#44
France/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#46
Australia/Sports/Tennis

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Indian Wells Storylines With Geoff Chizever: Svitolina Stuns Swiatek, Alcaraz and Rybakina Keep Winning And Analyzing Draper's Ceiling
Q: Do you think Djokovic and Draper will meet again in this tournament or at future events?
The hosts describe Djokovic's consistency and age as factors; Draper's current form suggests there are opportunities, but the dynamic will depend on health and matchups, with potential for more dramatic results if Draper stays healthy.
Tennis Performance Analyst Mike James on Data-Driven Coaching At The Highest Level + Working with Rune, Wawrinka, and The Very Best Players in The World
Q: What was it like working with a player like Holger Rune during the Paris Masters run, and what did you learn from that period?
The guest described the intense four-day sprint to five wins, including a pressure-filled breakthrough against top players, and how rapid data feedback and team alignment helped sustain peak performance under pressure.
Tennis Performance Analyst Mike James on Data-Driven Coaching At The Highest Level + Working with Rune, Wawrinka, and The Very Best Players in The World
Q: How did you first pivot from traditional coaching into a data-driven analytics role, and what were your early experiments like?
Mike recounted moving from on-court coaching to video analysis and data-driven sessions in the early 2010s, recognizing that structured data and visual feedback could dramatically improve decision-making and player development.
Amy Lundy on Korda's Delary Beach Win, Pegula's Run In Dubai and Why Tien Is Here To Stay
Q: What is it like watching Rafael Jodar play?
Rafael Jodar is springy, moves well for his size, and is working on his volley skills to become an all-rounder.
Amy Lundy on Korda's Delary Beach Win, Pegula's Run In Dubai and Why Tien Is Here To Stay
Q: Is there anyone that stands out for being unique, like a different type of maybe practice or preparation?
Learner Tien's physical fitness and anticipation skills really stand out, allowing him to move efficiently on the court.

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What is The Inside-In Tennis Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced tennis-centric show that blends match analysis, data-driven insights, and insider perspectives from broadcasters, players, and industry insiders. Episodes frequently cover major tours, grand slams, and hot topics in the tennis calendar, with a strong emphasis on matchup dynamics, betting angles, and performance analytics. The host leans into practical takeaways, lively guest conversations, and a willingness to debate strategy, players' form, and the sport's evolving landscape. A notable strength is the mix of analytics-heavy discussions with candid, personality-driven conversations from recognized tennis voices, making it useful for listeners who want both heuristics and expert context when-following the sport.

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Recent guests on The Inside-In Tennis Podcast include:

1. Robyn Duda
2. Steve Flink
3. Geoff Chizever
4. Mike James
5. Steve Bellamy
6. Casper Ruud
7. Eric Hubbs
8. Lorenzo Musetti

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