The Inside-In Tennis Podcast

We have a special interview on the podcast, on the launch day of a brand new tennis initiative that will elevate the game at all levels. USTA Coaching is the groundbreaking platform invests, educates, supports and rewards coaches at all levels, and we are delighted to be joined by CEO Craig Morris and Managing Director/Head of Business Development and Operations Megan Rose for an interview all about this exciting new project.

Morris and Rose explain why the USTA decided this massive coaching project was a worthy initiative, how it will grow the game at all levels, and why this program will lead to increased participation in tennis in all areas of this great country. The executives share some of their own personal stories, discuss several innovative features with USTA Coaching, and dive into this game-changing platform in great detail in this wonderful conversation. Hosted by Mitch Michals.

Tennis commentator Jason Goodall joins the podcast to discuss all the action from the North American Hard Court Swing, fresh off the heels of Victoria Mboko and Ben Shelton winning their first Masters 1000 Titles in Canada. Goodall recaps how the teenager Mboko was able to go all the way on home soil, and looks at where finalist Naomi Osaka heads from here. The broadcaster also dives into Ben Shelton's breakthrough and consistency, and highlights the areas in which the American has made the biggest strides with his game.

Goodall turns his attention to Cincinnati, where he's on site calling matches at the new and massively upgraded venue in Mason, Ohio. The commentator discusses the returns of Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz and the differences they possess in their elite skillsets, as well as what to expect from WTA World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka after some time off. And Goodall dives into several of the game's top storylines such as Novak Djokovic's lack of match preparation, Daniil Medvedev's struggles, and the competitive drive that Coco Gauff takes with her to the match courts. Hosted by Mitch Michals.

Pro player Asia Muhammad joins the podcast to discuss her journey on the tennis court, and how she has become one of the premier doubles players in the world. Muhammad explains why she gravitated towards tennis in an extremely athletic family, and why growing up in Las Vegas helped propel her towards a career in the sport. Muhammad goes into detail about her time spent with various partners such as Taylor Townsend and Jessica Pegula, and reveals how her current partnership with Demi Schuurs has led to several titles in 2025.

The American also gets candid about the current state of doubles and the new US Open Mixed Doubles format, as well as her general approach to life on tour. Muhammad reveals several interests off the court, and sheds light on how she's been able to play the best tennis of her career during the last few seasons. Hosted by Mitch Michals.

Former pro and current commentator Vicky Duval joins the podcast for a lengthy chat about the Canadian Open, where local prodigy Victoria Mboko is arriving on the big-time after a win over Coco Gauff. Duval discusses Mboko's impressive game, and dives into Clara Tauson's performance in an upset victory over Iga Swiatek. The broadcaster also weighs in on Madison Keys' fighting spirit, Elina Svitolina's renewed confidence, and Naomi Osaka's momentum in Canada after making a coaching switch.

In the men's event, Duval dives into Taylor Fritz competitive drive after he advanced in a grueling three-set match with Jiri Lehecka. The former WTA pro also analyzes Ben Shelton's powerhouse style of play, Alex De Minaur's mobility, and whether top-seed Alexander Zverev or rising American Alex Michelsen can go the distance in Toronto. And Duval discusses her own tennis career, and the path that led her to the broadcast booth at Tennis Channel. Hosted by Mitch Michals.

Former ATP pro Bradley Klahn joins the podcast to recap an action-filled Citi Open, as Alex De Minaur and Leylah Fernandez took home the hardware in Washington D.C.. Klahn examines De Minaur's ability to stay in the fight, and analyzes how Alejandro Davidovich Fokina can overcome another tough loss as he pursues his first career title. The broadcaster also dives into what is next for Naomi Osaka and Stefanos Tsitsipas after each decided to change coaches.

Klahn also reacts to Alexander Bublik winning yet another clay-court tournament and reinventing himself in 2025. And the 2010 National Champion previews the Canadian Open, highlighting whether top-seed Alexander Zverev, Americans Ben Shelton and Taylor Fritz or another player can make an impact in the Great White North. And on the women's side, Klahn assesses Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff, Amanda Anisimova and others as they begin their run-up to the US Open. Hosted by Mitch Michals.