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The Inside-In Tennis Podcast

The Inside-In Tennis Podcast

By: Mitch Michals Bleav
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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 PodcastBleav Tennis
Episodes
  • Sinner's US Open Status In Question, Swiatek's Bounce Back, Djokovic's Tennis Future and More With Amy Lundy

    Sinner's US Open Status In Question, Swiatek's Bounce Back, Djokovic's Tennis Future and More With Amy Lundy
    Aug 19 2026
    Amy Lundy joins the podcast to discuss the uncertainty involving Jannik Sinner's US Open status, and how the entire ATP orbit hangs in the balance. Lundy looks at Carlos Alcaraz's bold plan to return from his four month injury at a major tournament, Novak Djokovic's chances heading into The Big Apple, and whether Americans like Ben Shelton, Taylor Fritz or Frances Tiafoe have a chance to shine on home soil. Lundy also looks at the storylines in Cincinnati, where Iga Swiatek continues her winning ways. The journalist evaluates Aryna Sabalenka's form, Amanda Anisimova's resurgence, and Marta Kostyuk's breakthrough season. And Lundy explains why youngsters like Rafael Jodar and Iva Jovic are destined for big things in tennis. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    53 mins
  • Brad Stine on Shelton's Montreal Title-Run, Tommy Paul 7.0 and The Top Storylines Ahead of The US Open

    Brad Stine on Shelton's Montreal Title-Run, Tommy Paul 7.0 and The Top Storylines Ahead of The US Open
    Aug 14 2026
    Veteran coach Brad Stine joins the podcast for a wide-ranging chat about his work coaching Tommy Paul, and some of the biggest storylines in the men's game as tennis takes over North America. Stine reacts to Ben Shelton's second straight title at the Canadian Masters, and explains why he's so dangerous on the court. The coach dives into the depth of American tennis, the closeness of this group of US men, and what makes rising player Learner Tien so special. Stine also sheds light on his long-running partnership with Tommy Paul, and recaps the highs and lows of the 2026 season. He goes in depth about how Paul bounced back after heartbreak in Miami to win his first clay court title in Houston, and explains why "Tommy Paul 7.0" is the best version yet. The coach also discusses several other topics including Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner's health creating an opening for the field at The US Open, Iga Swiatek's joy returning in her title-run in Toronto, and what he really thinks of the crowded and confusing tennis schedule. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    47 mins
  • Shelton Looks For a Canada Repeat + Osaka's Push and Eala-Mania With Russ Thaler

    Shelton Looks For a Canada Repeat + Osaka's Push and Eala-Mania With Russ Thaler
    Aug 10 2026
    Tennis broadcaster Russ Thaler joins the podcast to dive into all the drama at The National Bank Open in Canada, where opportunity is calling some new and old faces in the sport. Thaler reacts to World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka's loss to Ekaterina Alexandrova, and examines whether Elena Rybakina will seize the top ranking. The commentator also explains why he's got faith in slam champions Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff, evaluates Naomi Osaka's chances to return to a major-winning form, and shares his thoughts on the biggest phenomenon in tennis that is Alexandra Eala. Thaler also weighs in on the top storylines in the men's game, which included the shocking news that Jannik Sinner will not compete in Cincinnati. The broadcaster weighs in the length of the schedule, the importance of Carlos Alcaraz to the sport, and whether Ben Shelton will repeat as champion up north. And Thaler looks at the crop of young players looking for the 1000 level title in Canada, which include Rafael Jodar, Arthur Fils and Jakub Mensik. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    49 mins
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