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Talk Tennis
Michelle Heidbrink, Tennis Warehouse
233 episodes
1 week ago
Join our playtester, Michelle, in the Talk Tennis Podcast to get a peek behind the scenes from touring pros, industry experts, the physics behind tennis & more! You’ll stay up to date & well versed in all things tennis and learn more than you can imagine about gear! Guests include product developers and creators, pro players divulging info about their gear and TW playtesters taking you behind the scenes with intimate chats about what they really thought about certain racquets, shoes, strings. Of course we also talk trends, pro gear, share sneak peeks and beyond! We continue to lean into what you want to hear and promise to keep the conversations fun, insightful and passionate!
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Join our playtester, Michelle, in the Talk Tennis Podcast to get a peek behind the scenes from touring pros, industry experts, the physics behind tennis & more! You’ll stay up to date & well versed in all things tennis and learn more than you can imagine about gear! Guests include product developers and creators, pro players divulging info about their gear and TW playtesters taking you behind the scenes with intimate chats about what they really thought about certain racquets, shoes, strings. Of course we also talk trends, pro gear, share sneak peeks and beyond! We continue to lean into what you want to hear and promise to keep the conversations fun, insightful and passionate!
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Talk Tennis
The Tennis Gear AMA You Didn’t Know You Needed; We’re Answering All Your Tennis Gear Questions!
You sent in your tennis gear questions — and we’re answering all of them 🎾 In this Ask Us Anything episode, we dive into the questions you’ve been sending about racquets, strings, shoes, and everything in between. From finding the right setup for your game to understanding the gear the pros use, this episode is all about your curiosity. At Tennis Warehouse, we get that tennis gear can be overwhelming — so think of us as your friendly on-court guides. Whether you’re a seasoned player, a gear geek, or just getting started, you’ll walk away with practical answers, insider insights, and a few laughs along the way.
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1 week ago
54 minutes

Talk Tennis
How Tennis Helped Us Fight Breast Cancer and Find Strength 💕 Stories of resilience, hope & community w/ Second Serve Pod
In this Talk Tennis episode, host Michelle sits down with Carolyn and teammate Erin from the Second Serve Pod to share how tennis built resilience, hope, and community all while battling Breast Cancer. Life changes after a breast cancer diagnosis. In this episode, we hear how these tennis players found strength in the sport and how it related to their cancer treatments. In this inspiring conversation, Michelle, Carolyn, and Erin open up about how tennis became more than a game — it became a lifeline. You’ll hear how the lessons learned on the court — perseverance, teamwork, and focus — helped them face cancer head-on and discover new ways to stay connected, even when they couldn’t play. At Talk Tennis, we believe the power of sport extends far beyond competition. This episode celebrates the way tennis teaches resilience, builds friendships, and unites a community through every challenge — on and off the court.
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1 month ago
1 hour 21 minutes

Talk Tennis
Unstrung Opinions: raw, unfiltered tennis gear talk; hot takes & controversial opinions
Hot takes. Bold opinions. Playtesters have no filter talking all things tennis gear. In this podcast, we serve up hot takes and controversial opinions on tennis gear. From racquets and strings to shoes and bags, nothing is off-limits. If it’s overrated, we’ll say it. If it’s a hidden gem, we’ll shout it out. We’ve tested it all, and we’re here to help you cut through the hype so you don’t waste time or money on gear that won’t improve your game. Think of us as your gear guides—with just enough spice to keep things interesting.
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1 month ago
26 minutes

Talk Tennis
Is Grapplesnake the Next Big Tennis String Brand? 🐍 Learn about their origin story & lineup
Looking for the next breakthrough in tennis strings? 🎾 In this Talk Tennis podcast, we dive deep into Grapplesnake, one of the newest and most talked-about string brands now available at Tennis Warehouse. If you’ve been wondering whether Grapplesnake can compete with big names like Luxilon or Solinco, this episode breaks it all down. We’ll share insights on how the strings feel, who they’re designed for, and whether they could take your game to the next level. At Tennis Warehouse, we’ve tested thousands of strings — and Grapplesnake is making a bold entrance. Join us as we discuss performance, durability, and playability so you can decide if it’s the right fit for your game. 👉 Check out Grapplesnake & try it today: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Grapplesnake_Tennis_Strings/catpage-GRAPPLESTR.html
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2 months ago
50 minutes

Talk Tennis
One-Handed vs Two-Handed Backhand - which one is better?! Heated Podcast Debate Turns Into Drama between Playtesters 😳
🎾 One-handed vs two-handed backhands: which one really reigns supreme? In this podcast episode, we dive deep into the age-old tennis debate — and let’s just say, things got heated.  We break down the strengths and weaknesses of each style, but along the way, the conversation turned into a fiery back-and-forth that even sparked a bit of fight. If you’ve ever wondered why players are so passionate about their backhand, this episode is a must-listen. We bring you unfiltered tennis debates, honest opinions, and expert takes. This one had more fireworks than usual — and you’ll want to see how it all unfolded.
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2 months ago
35 minutes

Talk Tennis
Baseline Banter: Just some of our unfiltered, hot takes on Pro Tennis (WTA, ATP, ITF & beyond)
The playtest squad has some HOT Takes when it comes to the ATP & WTA Pro Tour...here we go... What are your Pro Tennis Hot Takes?!
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3 months ago
29 minutes 16 seconds

Talk Tennis
You Asked, Prince Tennis Answered — Yes, Even THAT Question 😅🎾 (from Pro Players to O-Ports & Beyond)
Ever wanted to slide into Prince Tennis’s DMs and ask literally anything? Well… we did it for you—no filters, no fluff, just straight-up answers from the kingdom of O-Ports, classic frames, and gear geeks. Let’s get into it! ➤Shop Prince Tennis Gear: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Prince/catpage-PRINCE.html Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com  🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au   Happy Hitting!
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3 months ago
36 minutes 56 seconds

Talk Tennis
From Classics to Comebacks: a New Era of Prince Tennis; learn what is new with Prince in 2025
Tim Pottuck from Prince is here! We sit down and dive into ALL THINGS PRINCE TENNIS! In this 2-part episode, we break down where Prince has been and where the brand is going before we answer all of your questions (in episode 2)!  We cover:  - Tim's role with Prince & How long he's been with the brand - What is Prince's strategy / motto / position / goals in the market – where do they see themselves fitting – who should use Prince?  - talk about the innovation and maybe an insight into the factory  - Explain the relationship with Tennis Warehouse and that role  - what's one of the most impressive things about Prince and what can you share that maybe most people aren't aware of?  - what makes Prince such a unique brand? - What are some of your favorite stand out racquets and better yet, tech call outs from the brand through the years?  - any fun pro player stories?  - What are the most iconic racquets and moments in Prince history  - Explain the current segmentation of racquets and who each family is for - when will the Tours get updated?  - any new models coming?   - any plans to update the Legacy line?  - will we see O3 technology through families or only in specific frames? And why / how do you choose? - Strings! Explain the different segmentation of strings and who they are for?  - any new tech coming in strings? Hybrids? Recylced materials? Etc.?  - Bags and shoes – what is coming? & How did the T22 become so iconic and will it continue to evolve as we watch the game evolve?  - Pro Players...any focus or push to get Prince back on the pro tour?  - What can we plan to look forward to with Prince for the coming year #princetennis  If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com   Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com  🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au   Happy Hitting!
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4 months ago
47 minutes 31 seconds

Talk Tennis
Grab your strawberries & cream, we are in LONDON & previewing Wimbledon; from gear to gossip!
Michelle is in London! And we wre previewing the Wimbledon 2025 tennis tournament! Everything from top players & their gear to why Wimbledon is the best and the Babolat event we get to experience! Grab your strawberries and cream and take a listen!
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4 months ago
47 minutes 31 seconds

Talk Tennis
Uber but for tennis strings?! That's how this WTA Pro found her new string of choice with TOROLINE!
With hundreds of string options to try, who has the time to test them all?! Especially when you are on the WTA and in season ALL YEAR LONG. So when Sabrina Santamaria switched racquets, she was craving a new string and started testing options with her long time friend, Eric, co-founder of the trendy string brand, TOROLINE. And from there, the perfect partnership began leading Toroline to create a string specifically for Sabrina and one now available for you to buy too!
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4 months ago
12 minutes 32 seconds

Talk Tennis
She loves tennis, is super relatable on/off court & is one of our fav Tennis Content Creators: Meet Neya! 🌼
NEYA is quickly becoming one of our FAVORITE tennis content creators thanks to the fact she is super down to earth, relatable and she loves tennis as much as we do! In this episode, meet Neya and learn all about how tennis came to be and what she is working on in her tennis world!  https://www.instagram.com/supertoneyan/   We discuss:  - How did this all begin? - What can people expect from your platform? - Running, Tennis, What else? - Why tennis?! Tournaments? What are you excited about in tennis RIGHT NOW? - What do you love/hate about tennis? - Tennis hot takes?! - Tennis fashion - What tennis pros do you love?! - Favorite tennis gear now?!
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5 months ago
46 minutes 38 seconds

Talk Tennis
Behind the Baseline: ATP Pro Doubles Practice Breakdown from the BNP Paribas Open!
Join Will from the Tennis Tribe and Michelle as they have a chance to watch some of the best doubles players on the men’s tour on one of THE windiest days of the year at the 2025 BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, CA!  We break down their practice and make it relatable so you can use it in your own doubles practices. From serve and return strategies and what to do on blustery days!
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5 months ago
33 minutes 43 seconds

Talk Tennis
Inside HEAD Tennis: new string innovations, racquet updates & tech talk for 2025
Dennis Fabian from HEAD Tennis joins us on site at the BNP Paribas Open to give us an update on what is new and trending in terms of racquets, strings and beyond! We learn about the newest string featuring recycled PET materials in a poly / poly hybrid and how this was tested and came to market!  Dennis also offers racquet advice to Michelle who is forever searching for her next racquet of choice!
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6 months ago
28 minutes 10 seconds

Talk Tennis
☀️May is Melanoma Awareness month: learn more about sun protection with BloqUV ☀️ (& stay tuned for a chance to win some gear)
As tennis players, we know the sun can be just as much of an opponent in our sport from finding the right SPF and avoiding sun damage. Enter BLOQUV.  Founder and sun sport enthusiast, Corina Biton, joins us in this episode to help educate us on all things UPF apparel. As someone who loves to run, walk, paddleboard and play tennis.  After noticing white spots on my arms, she founded BloqUV when finding skin damage even though she always wore long-sleeve T-shirts. Turns out plain T-shirts only block 5% of the sun’s rays! Corina created BloqUV with BloqTek, their proprietary fabric with minimum Ultraviolet Protection Factor 50 that blocks 98% UVA/UVB rays; the protection is chemical-free, inherent to the fabric and unaffected by laundering. After 15 years, BloqUV has emerged as a market leader in sun protection: unique in design, fit and sun protection technology; they’re moisture-wicking and quick-dry, allowing for a wide range of uses on land and water!  Learn even more & stay tuned for a chance to win some BloqUV gear!
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6 months ago
38 minutes 35 seconds

Talk Tennis
Everything you could ever want to know about the Babolat PURE DRIVE & then some (including how stiffness is measured)!!
Olivier is here! All the way from Babolat Headquarters in Lyon, France he joins the Talk Tennis podcast in studio to answer ALL of your questions about the Babolat Pure Drive! From the origin story of this franchise of racquets to the current 2025 lineup, we cover all the things you wanted to know about these racquets.   We also discuss the elusive topic of STIFFNESS! How it is measured, why it is stiff and how this helps with power and control in the Pure Drive line of racquets.
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7 months ago
55 minutes 12 seconds

Talk Tennis
Game, Set, Disrupt: Wilson is Reinventing Tennis Shoes with the help of WTA Pro Marta Kostyuk
It’s not very often the tennis industry gets a refresh and BRAND NEW Shoes into the market, but that is exactly what Wilson has done with the new INTRIGUE line of shoes, for her. Using WTA star, Marta Kostyuk, as a playtester and to help develop this line of shoes, in this episode we sit down with the Wilson team that developed and created the Wilson Intrigue line of tennis shoes! Take a listen on how this project began, how they utilized feedback from pro players, what they created with Marta Kostyuk and what you can expect from the Intrigue line of tennis shoes!
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7 months ago
31 minutes 7 seconds

Talk Tennis
TennCom is here & talking about his love for the tennis community, testing all the gear & beyond!
It is always fun to connect and geek out with fellow tennis fanatics and in this episode, Beckett from TENNCOM joins us in the Talk Tennis studio to talk about all the things! From his hot takes on gear to genuine chit chat over things we love on the pro tour, racquets we want to see get made and beyond, any true tennis fan will appreciate this episode!  Check out Beckett's website: https://tenncom.media/ TennCOM on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR_J5swRE-l-8t0p9WrNIfw/featured on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenncom.media/  If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com   Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com  🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au   Happy Hitting!  
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8 months ago
56 minutes 19 seconds

Talk Tennis
Beyond the Playtest: Yonex EZONE Racquets; do we love them as much as we said in our review?
Was it all hype?! Or are we all genuinely gushing over the new Yonex EZONES?! Better listen to find out what we really think about the 100, 98, 98 + , 98 Tour and 98 +! Have you tried a new Yonex EZONE yet? Let us know what you think!
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8 months ago
46 minutes 45 seconds

Talk Tennis
Become a better doubles player & how to make PRO DOUBLES more popular in tennis with Will from Tennis Tribe!
You play it. You love it. But it just isn't popular on the PRO Tour. In this episode we are joined by Will from the Tennis Tribe and talk all things DOUBLES! From ways to improve your game, to the best doubles racquet and how to make pro doubles more popular, we cover it all!  Check out Tennis Tribe: https://www.thetennistribe.com/ on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thetennistribe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thetennistribe/ If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com   Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com  🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au   Happy Hitting!
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9 months ago
52 minutes 54 seconds

Talk Tennis
Beyond the Playtest: Babolat PURE Drive (100, 100+ & 98) 2025
What did we really think about the new Babolat Pure Drive?! In this episode, we go beyond the playtest and chat with our testers who spent time hitting with the Pure Drive 100, 100+ and 98 once the review ended. They chime in about what they loved, or didn't from these new beautiful, blue racquets and discuss the updated frames!  We talk all about our favorite string set ups, ways they customized them with weight, and which Pure Drive racquet they would take into a tournament!  If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com   Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com  🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au   Happy Hitting!
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9 months ago
42 minutes 53 seconds

Talk Tennis
Join our playtester, Michelle, in the Talk Tennis Podcast to get a peek behind the scenes from touring pros, industry experts, the physics behind tennis & more! You’ll stay up to date & well versed in all things tennis and learn more than you can imagine about gear! Guests include product developers and creators, pro players divulging info about their gear and TW playtesters taking you behind the scenes with intimate chats about what they really thought about certain racquets, shoes, strings. Of course we also talk trends, pro gear, share sneak peeks and beyond! We continue to lean into what you want to hear and promise to keep the conversations fun, insightful and passionate!