Best Clay Phoenix Podcasts (2025)

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She's fierce, and she is coming on strong. Peyton Stearns was a 3rd set TB-winning machine on her way to the Italian semis. Good news for the American women on clay! 45:03

12d ago45:03

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And..."hey Mats, how do you enjoy being treated like tennis royalty while in Europe?" "Well, it reminds my wife that at one time in my life I wasn't a complete dumba$$!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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It almost feels like it was the stone age, since Mats won his 2nd French back in '85. So much has changed in 40 years, but maybe...just maybe some things have stayed the same. 44:53

1M ago44:53

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And..."hey Jonny, if Mats doesn't get tripped up by Chesnokov in the quarters in '89, is it possible, perhaps even PROBABLE that Chang doesn't win that lone major?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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It doesn't happen often, certainly not to Grigor. But yes, he got double-bagel'd in Monte Carlo in 44 minutes. Says Wilander, "trust me, it happens to the best of us!" 36:48

2M ago36:48

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And, Racquet Sports Professionals Association (RSPA) CEO Brian Dillman joins the show to talk about the plans going forward for the former USPTA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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Is Men's tennis losing its footing? Is the sport a little out of balance? Says Wilander, "We've been here before and the game came out stronger. Hopefully these times lead to a similar outcome." 54:03

2M ago54:03

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And, "hey Jonny, what's with this Colton Smith?" And of course, Mensik gets more than just a mention! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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A rare sit-down with Andre Agassi 1:00

2M ago1:00

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On March 15th, AZ sat down with Andre Agassi at Phoenix Country Club during Jonny's Arizona Tennis Classic (ATP Challenger), for 30 minutes of vintage Andre. Insightful, entertaining, and candid as always. It was a great crowd, and Agassi did not disappoint. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Get ready tennis world, this kid is coming. Says Wilander of Joao Fonseca, "this kid will be top 5 in two years". By the looks of things in Phoenix, it's pretty hard to dispute that call. He's a rock star ... 38:01

2M ago38:01

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Also, are doubles specialists on the ropes? And is Mirra Andreeva on her way to #1? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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Joined by Gentleman Tim Henman for a bit of a knock-around, we really realize that the dude truly is a gent! Witty and sharp as hell, too! 57:47

3M ago57:47

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Also, Mats on Mirra and Jonny on the top 10 American men of all time. A couple of curious choices to be sure! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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Judy Carter (Author of The New Comedy Bible) 28:51

3M ago28:51

28:51

Send us a text Original music by David BrookshireBy Clay Ivy & Dylan Romeo

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Hey Mats, it's not just tennis players that are going over to pickleball, it's like...the greatest players of all time, INCLUDING YOU! Dude, what is up with all this? 37:53

4M ago37:53

37:53

Also, the US Open is making some pretty bold changes to the mixed doubles event, and we happen to think it'll be pretty good for the fans! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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It's likely to be the story of the year in 2025, and we're only in January. Seeing Madison Keys get that slam is as good as it gets for tennis fans everywhere! Good onya, Maddie!! 47:28

4M ago47:28

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Also, winner winner, Jannik Sinner! That's 3 straight hard-court majors, for those scoring at home. Is he on the verge of wrestling the Hugo Boss endorsement away from Berrettini? Our panel of Berrettini experts say "uhhhh, no not yet!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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33 American players in the main singles draws at the Aussie? Those numbers bode well for 2025, but there are definitely plenty of European problems to reckon with...as usual. 43:21

5M ago43:21

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Also...does time in the booth possibly give us a "kinder, gentler" version of Nick Kygrios? We're about to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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Big Irish Jay Hollingsworth 18:34

5M ago18:34

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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with stand-up comedian and writer Jay Hollingsworth, whose "charmingly brutal" style has made him a favorite among comedy fans and fellow comics alike. Jay shares his insights into the life of a touring comedian, why traveling and performing live is essential to his craft, and what it's like to be on the …

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Bill Kottkamp & Benjamen Mejia 1:22:15

5M ago1:22:15

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Derek McDannald 2.0 1:01:28

5M ago1:01:28

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Joined by Jimmy Arias, the '24 season finale is focused on disappointments, pleasant surprises, and lessons learned from what we saw this past year. The storylines were a-plenty! 58:05

5M ago58:05

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Also, "hey Jimmy, what are the Americans to do in '25, to make major singles titles a little more likely?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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Jonathan Manno 1:15:01

6M ago1:15:01

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Eric Sanchez 1:09:08

6M ago1:09:08

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Jess Nabors 1:28:54

6M ago1:28:54

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AJ Asa 1:01:56

6M ago1:01:56

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It's an All-Star team at the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and CEO Dan Faber joins us to talk about some incredibly exciting plans for 2025 and beyond! 17:26

6M ago17:26

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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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Clay Ivy 1:17:21

6M ago1:17:21

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The most "important" player of all time? Here's why that might just be the case. 41:36

6M ago41:36

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And...good on ya, Taylor Fritz. Way to go, Coco! American tennis is all the better for your solid end of season performances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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Now that Elena Rybakina has teamed up with Goran, Mats answers the question, will this work, AND what about tennis's new "coaching from the stands" allowance? Is this really a good thing for the players ... 40:21

7M ago40:21

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Also, Jonny talks about several players that quietly exceeded expectations in 2024. Although maybe in some cases not as quietly as others! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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Aaron Loya 58:02

7M ago58:02

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Cade McCoy 2.0 46:56

7M ago46:56

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Nahum Johnson 1:18:02

7M ago1:18:02

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Maxwell Anthony Perise 52:04

7M ago52:04

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Chris Herb 1:26:18

7M ago1:26:18

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Wilander's comments about today's level of tennis, compared to the era of the big 3 certainly set social media ablaze with "expert opinions"! What do these people not get?? It's called EVOLUTION. 42:04

8M ago42:04

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Also, Lighten up, Frances!! Tiafoe goes uncharacteristically ballistic in Shanghai. A blip or a concern? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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Raven Gregory 1:13:26

8M ago1:13:26

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Marc Anthony Richi 1:11:36

8M ago1:11:36

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It is the cup that seems to have runneth over! The Laver Cup has taken tennis by storm. All those players, plus Borg, Mac, Roger, and the Rocket, it's a veritable tennis museum come to life! 39:30

8M ago39:30

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Plus, while we're at it, let's not just gloss over the Davis Cup. The finals will be upon us soon. Rafa's last stand? We shall see. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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Vince Carter 57:31

9M ago57:31

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Devon Hanick 54:53

9M ago54:53

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It wasn't without controversy, but Jannik Sinner got it done...impressively! Will history reflect positively on this victory, or will there be questions? Mats, we'll let you handle that one. 40:53

9M ago40:53

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Also, Aryna Sabalenka also handled plenty of adversity in 2024. How big is THIS title for her? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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Drew Lopez 1:08:17

9M ago1:08:17

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Jetuan Whedon 1:18:36

9M ago1:18:36

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USTA (immediate past) President Mike McNulty joins us for a look back at memorable US Open moments past, and a forensic look at what an incredible event the US Open has become. A million people will attend ... 39:47

9M ago39:47

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Also, Jonny is a happy camper, as the American men have 5 players in the top 20, for the first time in 27 years! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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Adam Jay 1:03:08

10M ago1:03:08

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Fred Rygh, Michael Densmore, and Nick Hartley 46:29

10M ago46:29

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Mats and AZ welcome newly minted Olympics Silver Medalist, Austin Krajicek. Within an eyelash of Gold, and a win over NadAlcaraz along the way. "Doesn't get much better!" 33:50

10M ago33:50

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And...Jonny gives some love to his man the Djoker, who's now career Super-Slam is a Golden cherry on top! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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Hannibal Callens 53:06

10M ago53:06

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Gage Flick 1:26:16

10M ago1:26:16

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Jocelyn Porter 1:52:09

10M ago1:52:09

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Carlitos is all smiles on the grass, but the Djoker getting to the final on one leg is nothing to laugh at! 41:41

11M ago41:41

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Also...Alcaraz teaming with Nadal in Paris?? We're suddenly all-in on Olympics men's doubles! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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Juan Montoya 1:04:42

11M ago1:04:42

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Derek McDannald 1:16:35

11M ago1:16:35

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Cade McCoy 1:17:15

11M ago1:17:15

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Send us a text Do you need an absolutely hilarious comedian? Do you need a beautiful pool boy? Either way, we've got you covered. That's right, we've got Phoenix favorite, Cade McCoy on the Group of Loners Podcast and you are guaranteed to enjoy or your money back! Have fun with this one peeping Toms! Original music by David Brookshire…

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Has Wimbledon ever been more wide open? Is the #2 seeded, 7-time champion even playing? Tommy Paul is definitely living his best life! 46:44

11M ago46:44

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And...an exclusive with Texas Longhorn great, Eliot Spizzirri. You can't help but root for this kid. He is special. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Andy Zodin

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Dylan Romeo 1:15:38

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Send us a text If it’s happening in Phoenix comedy, we’re talking about it. And, Dylan Romeo is HAPPENING in Phoenix. He drops by by the Group of Loners podcast to discuss being a standup and to share some jokes he thinks should be buried away. Pour a pint, spark a fatty, and listen along! Original music by David Brookshire…

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