Cracked Interviews [Tennis Podcast]
Cracked Racquets, Bleav
"Cracked Interviews" is a podcast that delves into the world of tennis, featuring interviews with some of the biggest names in the sport. From top players and coaches to brand leaders and analysts, this podcast offers an inside look at the lives and careers of those who shape the game. Join host and tennis enthusiast Alex Gruskin as he sits down with some of the biggest names in tennis for in-depth conversations about their careers, the state of the game, and more!
Whether you're a hardcore tennis fan or just looking to learn more about the sport, "Cracked Interviews" is the perfect podcast for you. Tune in and get ready to be entertained and educated about the world of tennis.
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This podcast is brought to you by:
Tourna
We are excited to partner with Tourna Tennis once again to share an exciting, longer lasting version of Tourna Grip, which Tourna has spent the last six years researching and developing their latest grip innovation: Tourna Tuff including:
-same gold standard sweat absorption as Tourna Grip
-same dry feel
-same trademarked blue color
-still gets tackier when you sweat
PLUS new features:
-If you didn’t like the original Tourna Grip for its durability, try Tourna Tuff.
-Stop blowing on your hands between every point and use a grip that absorbs your sweat!
-Stop wiping your hand on your shirt, shorts, and towel constantly and get a grip that actually absorbs sweat!
Plain and simple = Cracked Fans use Tourna Tuff.
This podcast is produced and managed by Cracked Media Ventures.
Whether you're a hardcore tennis fan or just looking to learn more about the sport, "Cracked Interviews" is the perfect podcast for you. Tune in and get ready to be entertained and educated about the world of tennis.
______________
This podcast is brought to you by:
Tourna
We are excited to partner with Tourna Tennis once again to share an exciting, longer lasting version of Tourna Grip, which Tourna has spent the last six years researching and developing their latest grip innovation: Tourna Tuff including:
-same gold standard sweat absorption as Tourna Grip
-same dry feel
-same trademarked blue color
-still gets tackier when you sweat
PLUS new features:
-If you didn’t like the original Tourna Grip for its durability, try Tourna Tuff.
-Stop blowing on your hands between every point and use a grip that absorbs your sweat!
-Stop wiping your hand on your shirt, shorts, and towel constantly and get a grip that actually absorbs sweat!
Plain and simple = Cracked Fans use Tourna Tuff.
This podcast is produced and managed by Cracked Media Ventures.
Episodes
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Oct 10, 2024 • 17min
Press Row Interviews: Mary Stoiana | Oklahoma Tennis Foundation Pro Series Edmond 75K
Mary Stoiana joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to recap her Round of 16 Singles Victory at the 2024 Oklahoma Tennis Foundation Pro Series 75K event in Edmond, plus so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis Channel Podcast NetworkVisit https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/podcasts/ to stay current on the latest tennis news and trends and enjoy in-depth analysis and dynamic debates. Find Cracked RacquetsWebsite: https://www.crackedracquets.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/crackedracquetsTwitter: https://twitter.com/crackedracquetsFacebook: https://Facebook.com/crackedracquetsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/crackedracquetsEmail Newsletter: https://crackedracquets.substack.com/Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 1, 2024 • 1h 2min
Discussing the State of College Tennis with ITA COO Dave Mullins
ITA COO Dave Mullins joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to share his perspective on the current state of college tennis. They begin by exploring Dave’s plans for his transition into the role of CEO, discuss the reasoning behind the many changes to the fall schedule, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:Dave Named Next CEO of the ITA - 8:00Individual Fall - 11:29Why the pilot - 15:37Accelerator program/NCAA WC - 21:44Pro successes impacting ITA - 26:20Making Tennis a revenue sport - 30:30Scholarship changes - 37:08All-Americans - 43:47Automated line calling - 46:17Dunlop sponsorships - 51:56This episode brought to you by:Tennis Channel Podcast NetworkVisit https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/podcasts/ to stay current on the latest tennis news and trends and enjoy in-depth analysis and dynamic debates. Find Cracked RacquetsWebsite: https://www.crackedracquets.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/crackedracquetsTwitter: https://twitter.com/crackedracquetsFacebook: https://Facebook.com/crackedracquetsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/crackedracquetsEmail Newsletter: https://crackedracquets.substack.com/Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sep 24, 2024 • 31min
Previewing the Oklahoma Tennis Foundation Invitational with Executive Director Carmen Bond
Oklahoma Tennis Foundation Executive Director Carmen Bond joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to discuss the upcoming Oklahoma Tennis Foundation Invitational, how the OKTF works to grow tennis throughout the state, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis Channel Podcast NetworkVisit https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/podcasts/ to stay current on the latest tennis news and trends and enjoy in-depth analysis and dynamic debates. Find Cracked RacquetsWebsite: https://www.crackedracquets.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/crackedracquetsTwitter: https://twitter.com/crackedracquetsFacebook: https://Facebook.com/crackedracquetsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/crackedracquetsEmail Newsletter: https://crackedracquets.substack.com/Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sep 19, 2024 • 57min
Catching Up with Karue Sell on His Return to the Pro Tour and More!
World #301 + Tennis Youtube sensation Karue Sell joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to catchup on what he’s been up to. The guys chat through Karue’s return to the Pro Tour, The Alcaraz vs. Sinner debate, the upside of Learner Tien, and SO much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis Channel Podcast NetworkVisit https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/podcasts/ to stay current on the latest tennis news and trends and enjoy in-depth analysis and dynamic debates. Find Cracked RacquetsWebsite: https://www.crackedracquets.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/crackedracquetsTwitter: https://twitter.com/crackedracquetsFacebook: https://Facebook.com/crackedracquetsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/crackedracquetsEmail Newsletter: https://crackedracquets.substack.com/Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sep 18, 2024 • 43min
Jake Fearnley (ATP #129) Reflects on Rapid Rise up the ATP Rankings
World #129 + TCU All-American Jake Fearnley joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to reflect on his rapid rise up the ATP Rankings. He also shares insight from his All-American career at TCU, discusses his pathway forward, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis Channel Podcast NetworkVisit https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/podcasts/ to stay current on the latest tennis news and trends and enjoy in-depth analysis and dynamic debates. Find Cracked RacquetsWebsite: https://www.crackedracquets.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/crackedracquetsTwitter: https://twitter.com/crackedracquetsFacebook: https://Facebook.com/crackedracquetsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/crackedracquetsEmail Newsletter: https://crackedracquets.substack.com/Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sep 17, 2024 • 40min
Nuno Borges (ATP #30) Discusses Breakout 2024 Season
World #30 Nuno Borges joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to breakdown his breakout 2024 season. He discusses winning his first ATP Singles Title in Bastad, growing more comfortable with life on tour, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis Channel Podcast NetworkVisit https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/podcasts/ to stay current on the latest tennis news and trends and enjoy in-depth analysis and dynamic debates. Find Cracked RacquetsWebsite: https://www.crackedracquets.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/crackedracquetsTwitter: https://twitter.com/crackedracquetsFacebook: https://Facebook.com/crackedracquetsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/crackedracquetsEmail Newsletter: https://crackedracquets.substack.com/Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sep 11, 2024 • 36min
Bill Towler Previews the 2024 Oklahoma Tennis Foundation Invitational
Former President of the Oklahoma Tennis Foundation and friend of the program Bill Towler joins the show to discuss the 2024 OKTF Invitational, the launching of the OKTF Pro Tennis Series, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis Channel Podcast NetworkVisit https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/podcasts/ to stay current on the latest tennis news and trends and enjoy in-depth analysis and dynamic debates. Find Cracked RacquetsWebsite: https://www.crackedracquets.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/crackedracquetsTwitter: https://twitter.com/crackedracquetsFacebook: https://Facebook.com/crackedracquetsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/crackedracquetsEmail Newsletter: https://crackedracquets.substack.com/Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sep 10, 2024 • 55min
Recapping the 2024 Lincoln Challenger ft. Nebraska Men’s HC Peter Kobelt
Nebraska Men’s Tennis Head Coach Peter Kobelt joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to recap the 2024 Lincoln Challenger, the changes on the horizon in college tennis, lessons from year one on the job, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis Channel Podcast NetworkVisit https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/podcasts/ to stay current on the latest tennis news and trends and enjoy in-depth analysis and dynamic debates. Find Cracked RacquetsWebsite: https://www.crackedracquets.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/crackedracquetsTwitter: https://twitter.com/crackedracquetsFacebook: https://Facebook.com/crackedracquetsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/crackedracquetsEmail Newsletter: https://crackedracquets.substack.com/Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Aug 17, 2024 • 18min
Alexis Galarneau: Former NC State All-American and ATP #220 [Ellesse Pro Tennis Challenge]
Live from the Fifth Annual Ellesse Pro Tennis Challenge, Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks with Alexis Galarneau to discuss his 2024 season, goals for the remainder of the year, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis Channel Podcast NetworkVisit https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/podcasts/ to stay current on the latest tennis news and trends and enjoy in-depth analysis and dynamic debates. Find Cracked RacquetsWebsite: https://www.crackedracquets.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/crackedracquetsTwitter: https://twitter.com/crackedracquetsFacebook: https://Facebook.com/crackedracquetsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/crackedracquetsEmail Newsletter: https://crackedracquets.substack.com/Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Aug 16, 2024 • 16min
Former American ATP Player Ryan Harrison [Ellesse Pro Tennis Challenge]
Live from the Fifth Annual Ellesse Pro Tennis Challenge, Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks with French Open doubles champion and recently retired ATP player Ryan Harrison. Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis Channel Podcast NetworkVisit https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/podcasts/ to stay current on the latest tennis news and trends and enjoy in-depth analysis and dynamic debates. Find Cracked RacquetsWebsite: https://www.crackedracquets.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/crackedracquetsTwitter: https://twitter.com/crackedracquetsFacebook: https://Facebook.com/crackedracquetsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/crackedracquetsEmail Newsletter: https://crackedracquets.substack.com/Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
