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The Inside-In Tennis Podcast

Mitch Michals, Bleav
Tennis
Carlos Alcaraz
Novak Djokovic
Jannik Sinner
Iga Swiatek
Australian Open
Aryna Sabalenka
Roland Garros
Wimbledon
US Open
Coco Gauff
Daniil Medvedev
Rafael Nadal
Alexander Zverev
Ben Shelton
Indian Wells
Naomi Osaka
Mirra Andreeva
Taylor Fritz
Tennis Channel

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

Dick Gould joins the show to discuss his extraordinary life in tennis, and how he established one of the all-time greatest athletic programs in college sports. Gould led the Stanford Cardinal men's tennis team to 17 NCAA team titles during his 38 sea... more

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Patricia Tarabini joins the show to discuss her path from a small town in Argentina to the world of pro tennis, where she continues to make a lasting impact. Tarabini explains how she became involved in the coaching world after a successful playing c... more

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John Lloyd joins the podcast to recap the 2026 US Open finals, which saw Alexander Zverev and Elena Rybakina reign over the tennis world. Lloyd explains how Zverev enacted a masterful strategy from start to finish against Ben Shelton, and goes in dep... more

TennisNow writer Chris Oddo joins the podcast to discuss the epic 2026 US Open, which has featured triumphs, heartbreaks, emotional wins and tears of both joy and sadness. Oddo recaps Ben Shelton's thrilling win over Carlos Alcaraz, and explains why ... more

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Recent Guests

John Lloyd
Former British number one, former Davis Cup captain for Great Britain, tennis commentator
Former British No. 1; commentator
Episode: John Lloyd on Zverev and Rybakina's US Open Triumphs, Shelton's Slam Potential, And How To Fix Pro Tennis
Nick Monroe
Former pro, broadcaster, current US Open commentator
US Open / former player and coach
Episode: Alcaraz vs. Shelton, Tiafoe On Fire, The Ice Queen Qinwen Zheng and More From The US Open With Nick Monroe
Barstool Hubbs
Barstool Sports contributor and US Open observer
Barstool Sports
Episode: US Open Reactions With Barstool Hubbs: Alcaraz Is Back, The US Men Are Coming In Waves + Pegula's Quest For a First Major Title
Brad Stine
Coach of Tommy Paul, longtime coach and commentator
Tommy Paul's Coaching Team
Episode: Brad Stine on Shelton's Montreal Title-Run, Tommy Paul 7.0 and The Top Storylines Ahead of The US Open
Russ Thaler
Broadcaster, Emmy Award winner
Tennis Channel
Episode: Shelton Looks For a Canada Repeat + Osaka's Push and Eala-Mania With Russ Thaler
Matthew Futterman
Senior Tennis Writer at The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Matthew Futterman on His New Book, "The Cruelest Game: Chasing Greatness in Professional Tennis"
Mike McIntyre
Canadian journalist and co-host of Match Point Canada
Match Point Canada
Episode: Tennis Heads To Canada: Looking At Auger-Aliassime, Pegula, And More From The National Bank Open With Mike McIntyre
Christina McHale
Former top-25 player, Olympian, broadcaster
American tennis player
Episode: Christina McHale on Alcaraz's Return, The Race To The US Open and Putting The Finishing Touches On Her Career
Pamela Maldonado
ESPN Betting Analyst and Tennis Enthusiast
ESPN
Episode: Sinner and Noskova Claim Victory At Wimbledon: What's Next for Djokovic, Zverev and More With Pamela Maldonado

Host

Mitch Michals
Host of The Inside-In Tennis Podcast

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 90 ratings
  • Fantastic interviews

    Great episode with Shelby. She is terrific, smart, and look forward to her being next generation of tennis commentating!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MelFsu1
    United States4 months ago
  • 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
    Canadaa year 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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

Consistently well-informed analysis that respects the sport's depth while staying accessible.
Diverse guest mix keeps content fresh and eagerly anticipated by listeners.
Thoughtful, insightful guests with strong coaching and broadcasting perspectives.
A few nitpicks about mic quality or pacing appear occasionally, but overall strong.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#33
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Apple Podcasts
#15
United Kingdom/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#19
Canada/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#18
Australia/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#48
Germany/Sports/Tennis
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#49
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

US Open Draw Preview With Zachary Cohen: Can Alcaraz and Sabalenka Repeat? Or Will Gauff, Swiatek, Djokovic and The American Men Have Something To Say?
Q: In the women's draw, which top seeds look most vulnerable or most protected?
Sabalenka is seen as best protected in her half, while Swiatek and Gauff face a tougher road on the opposite side; Nosková and Anisimova are discussed as potential challengers in the mix.
US Open Draw Preview With Zachary Cohen: Can Alcaraz and Sabalenka Repeat? Or Will Gauff, Swiatek, Djokovic and The American Men Have Something To Say?
Q: Who do you think could surprise deep runs in the men's draw?
Shelton, Fils, and Nakashima are named as potential deep runners if form holds and they avoid rough early matchups, with a note that the draw could still shuffle up to favor them.
US Open Draw Preview With Zachary Cohen: Can Alcaraz and Sabalenka Repeat? Or Will Gauff, Swiatek, Djokovic and The American Men Have Something To Say?
Q: How do you see Alcaraz's health and rust affecting his draw?
There is concern about rust and match sharpness, but the belief remains that if he's healthy, he should still be a major threat, though paths could be tougher than expected given potential adversaries.
US Open Draw Preview With Zachary Cohen: Can Alcaraz and Sabalenka Repeat? Or Will Gauff, Swiatek, Djokovic and The American Men Have Something To Say?
Q: What was your first reaction to the draw once it dropped without a center seed?
We noted that the absence of a center seed opened the field and made paths juicier, especially for American players who could capitalize on less predictable routes.
Robbie Koenig On Shelton's Next Steps, Lilli Tagger's 1st Title and The North American Hard Court Swing
Q: How does Lilli Tagger's one-handed backhand influence her future potential?
Robbie explains that her one-handed backhand offers variety, has the potential to evolve into a weapon with proper coaching, and could inspire a new generation of players to develop that stroke.

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Listeners get a premium, insider view of professional tennis, blending coaching perspectives, player development, broadcasting insights, and tour-wide context. Episodes frequently cover the North American hard-court swing, Grand Slam lead-ups, scheduling debates, and era-spanning analyses, with guests ranging from players and coaches to broadcasters and writers. The show stands out for its frequent, detailed breakdowns of strategy, coaching philosophies, and behind-the-scenes storytelling, along with a strong focus on American tennis development and the sport's evolving calendar. Potential sponsors and guests may appreciate the host's deep network in tennis media and on-court careers, plus the show's ability to translate complex dynamics in... more

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2. Nick Monroe
3. Barstool Hubbs
4. Brad Stine
5. Russ Thaler
6. Matthew Futterman
7. Mike McIntyre
8. Christina McHale

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