The Inside-In Tennis Podcast

Brian Anderson is one of the premier sports broadcasters in the world, and he joins the podcast to discuss the journey that led him to become a titan in the industry. Anderson details his Texas upbringing, how supporting his brother and having a technical background opened the broadcasting door, and why he listened to his own voice, and even worked on changing it to improve what has become a signature soundtrack for many of sports biggest moments.

The Turner Sports commentator is known for calling March Madness College Basketball to Major League Baseball, but in 2025 he became one of the lead play-by-play voices for Roland Garros. Anderson reflects on how he immersed himself in tennis, even taking lessons himself, to truly devote himself to his newest endeavor. He looks back at calling the epic 2025 final between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, highlights the specific parts that make tennis both unique and challenging, and points out the current players and storylines that have his full attention. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Bradley Klahn joins the podcast to discuss the final push of the 2026 season, with a lot trophies and ranking points on the line. Klahn recaps the impressive tournament wins by Lorenzo Musetti and Tallon Griekspoor, and explains why Daniil Medvedev is ready to challenge the game's best again after defending his crown in Almaty. He also reacts to the breaking news that Jannik Sinner will turn to Magnus Norman to replace Darren Cahill on his team in 2027, and explains why that partnership could be very successful. The broadcaster also discusses the push for the ATP Finals with several players such as Lyon finalist Taylor Fritz and the Novak Djokovic making a late charge.

Klahn also dives into Elena Rybakina's victory in Ningbo, her first since becoming World No. 1, The former NCAA champ reacts to Katerina Sinakova's abilities in both doubles and singles, and he reflects on fellow Stanford Cardinal Arthur Ferry's incredible 2026, highlighted by his sensational Wimbledon Semifinal Run. And Klahn looks ahead to the thrilling men's action this week, with a pair of 500 level events in Basel & Vienna. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Mark Knowles returns to the podcast to recap another outstanding year working with Jessica Pegula, who improved her ranking and has the most wins on tour heading into the WTA Finals. The coach explains how their dynamic works in terms of goal-setting, communication, and using practice efficiently. Knowles weighs on the current landscape at the top of the women's game, and highlights how young players such as Linda Noskova and Mirra Andreeva have entered the conversation of the very best in the world.

The former doubles No. 1 and current broadcaster also discusses Novak Djokovic's decision to play Basel next week and looks at the Serbians motivation and goals as he heads into 2027. Knowles praises David Goffin, Stan Wawrinka, and Gael Monfils at the conclusion of their careers, looks at Moise Kouame as a beacon of hope for French Tennis, and breaks down the 2027 Hall of Fame new nominees. And Knowles explains why confidence and belief is everything in sports... but you have to back it up. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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CiCi Bellis joins the podcast for a wide-ranging chat about her life after tennis, how she came to terms with the end of her playing career, and transitioned to a successful position in the venture capital world. Bellis discusses everything from the business of sports, the grueling tennis schedule, and her role as a board member on the USTA. The former Top 40 player also recaps the career-defining wins by Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in Shanghai and Maja Chwalinska in Wuhan.

Bellis also analyzes what makes Iva Jovic so special, who's coach Tom Gutteridge was hers as well. The former American mainstay and founding partner of Cartan Capital reacts to the race for the ATP and WTA Finals, Jannik Sinner's injury, and more. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Christopher Clarey joins the podcast for a great conversation about what's going on in the world of pro tennis. Clarey recaps Qinwen Zheng's big title in Beijing, and reflects on a few outbursts and controversies during the Asian Swing. The journalist also dives into Carlos Alcaraz's quest to return to the top of the sport, Alexander Zverev as a the year-end No. 1, and Ben Shelton's potential to keep growing.

Clarey takes a detailed look at some tennis coaching news, with Ivan Ljubičić working with Felix Auger-Aliassime and rumors swirling around Jannik Sinner's team in 2027. The esteemed author reflects on Gael Monfils' career after the Frenchman's confirmed retirement, and discusses the impact of books in the tennis space, including several that he has written. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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