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Welcome to What’s the Call? a podcast about sport, stories and everything still in play. Each week, Theodora and Andrea dive into the matches, moments and mindsets behind the headlines, from Grand Slams to grid starts. It is playful and proudly female forward, bringing sharp takes, cultural context and just the right amount of chaos. No gatekeeping, no yelling, just the kind of sports chat you actually want to be part of.
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Theo and Andrea are back to discuss the aftermath of the championship finals weekend in Flushing Meadows. Alexander Zverev spoils the home party by taking down Ben Shelton and somehow completely forgets the match is actually over before celebrating and Elena Rybakina dethrones two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka in an absolute dynamic three-set brawl, proving that silence really is golden and that her ice-cold composure is unstoppable.
Theo and Andrea are back after a completely unhinged few days at the US Open. Ben Shelton sends Carlos Alcaraz home in an epic five-set thriller that finishes at a ridiculous 3:33am, while Frances Tiafoe comes back from the brink to set up an all-American semifinal. They get into the late-night scheduling controversy, Shelton’s monster serve, Tiafoe’s emotional moment with Alex Michelsen and who they think has the edge heading into finals weekend. Plus, Coco Gauff somehow does it again, Elena Rybakina becomes world number one, Jessica Pegula continues her charge and the girls attempt to make a few predictions without jinxing absolutely everyone. Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod
The US Open quarterfinals are here, and Theo and Andrea are breaking down everything from a dramatic fourth round in Flushing Meadows. From Qinwen’s extraordinary comeback against Iga Świątek and Coco Gauff powering through the draw, to Carlos Alcaraz looking almost unbeatable and Ben Shelton setting up a huge quarterfinal clash, they get into the players peaking at exactly the right time. Plus, Andrea shares what it was really like inside Arthur Ashe, they mourn the one handed backhand, discuss Frances Tiafoe’s love affair with Armstrong, some questionable fur coat choices and why the men’s draw suddenly feels wide open. Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod
Round three of the US Open has caused absolute carnage and Theo and Andrea’s predictions are officially in ruins. They unpack Taylor Fritz’s brutal five set collapse after looking firmly in control, the increasingly wide open men’s draw and why Carlos Alcaraz is starting to look seriously dangerous. There’s also a 150 year tennis streak resting on Stefanos Tsitsipas’s shoulders, some huge matches coming up in New York and plenty of debate over who might actually survive to the second week. On the women’s side, they get into Madison Keys somehow losing after being 5–0 up in the third, the brilliant young Americans coming through and Naomi Osaka’s renaissance both on and off the court. Plus, Andrea is heading back to Flushing Meadows and Theo has finally decided it might be safer for everyone if she stops making predictions. Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod
Round two of the US Open is done and Theo and Andrea are back to unpack everything happening on and off the court in New York. Andrea reports back from seeing Carlos Alcaraz in person as they discuss his seriously impressive return, Coco Gauff grinding through another test, some big seeded exits and the players quietly making their way through the draw. There’s also Zverev’s ridiculously late nights, Medvedev and Cobolli continuing to provide the entertainment, an unexpected post tennis career move for Gaël Monfils and, of course, the influencer drama taking over Flushing Meadows. Plus, they look ahead to the round three matches they absolutely don’t want to miss. Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod
The US Open is officially underway and round one has already given Theo and Andrea plenty to talk about. From Novak Djokovic’s shock early exit and Carlos Alcaraz’s very convincing return to Stefanos Tsitsipas finally getting one over on Arthur Fils, they break down the biggest matches, upsets and moments from New York so far. There’s also Naomi Osaka’s headline making walkout look, Medvedev’s questionable gum habit, influencer chaos in the stands, a potential tennis dynasty romance and, of course, some possibly ill advised predictions for who will be lifting the trophies at the end of the fortnight. Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod
Jason Stacy has coached world number one Aryna Sabalenka through some of the biggest moments of her career, but his own journey to elite sport is just as extraordinary. In this episode, Theo and Andrea sit down with Jason to discuss his new book The Pressure Code , the lessons he learned from surviving homelessness as a child, and why pressure doesn't create character, it reveals it. Together, they explore what separates fighters from warriors, how to perform when everything is on the line, and the daily habits that help world class athletes stay calm under pressure. Jason also shares behind the scenes stories from Team Sabalenka, the surprising rituals that help protect energy during tournaments, and why greatness is something we can all cultivate, on and off the court. Pre-order The Pressure Code now: https://amzn.eu/d/0gfAoyFz Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod
Post-Wimbledon blues have officially kicked in, so we're getting together for one last debrief before our summer break. Tamara Prenn is back to unpack two dramatic singles finals, Linda Nosková's incredible mental reset, Jannik Sinner's continued dominance and whether winning Roland Garros has finally unlocked a new version of Alexander Zverev. Plus, Theo reports from her ridiculously good Centre Court seats, where she had a front-row view of Sinner's box, his very stressed mother and a Royal Box packed with tennis's favourite celebrity superfans. Then, we get into the real hard-hitting journalism of Wimbledon: Tamara's intense eye contact with Flavio Cobolli, the dog question that accidentally started a movement, Ali G's surprise appearance and the deeply uncomfortable Champions Dinner dance we simply couldn't look away from. There is also a collective realisation that none of us are emotionally prepared for Wimbledon to be over. See you on the hard courts! Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod
The final weekend of Wimbledon is here, and there's plenty to unpack. We react to Coco Gauff's heartbreaking semi-final defeat to Karolína Muchová, celebrate an all-Czech women's final as Muchová prepares to face Linda Nosková for a first Grand Slam title, and discuss why both finalists have quietly flown under the radar. We also preview the blockbuster men's semi-finals, including Britain's surprise semi-finalist Arthur Fery and whether his dream Wimbledon run can continue against Alexander Zverev, before turning our attention to the heavyweight clash between Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner. Plus, we share our predictions for who will be lifting the Wimbledon trophies as the Championships reach their dramatic conclusion. Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod
Roger Federer returns to Centre Court, Grigor Dimitrov suffers another heartbreaking defeat, and Flavio Cobolli once again becomes the main character of Wimbledon. Theo and Andrea break down Coco Gauff's late-night escape before curfew, Naomi Osaka's resurgence, Sabalenka's emotional exit, Djokovic's pursuit of history, and the biggest stories from another unforgettable round at SW19. Plus, they share their quarter-final and semi-final predictions, discuss the players gathering momentum, and ask the only question that matters: What's the Call? Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod
Round Three delivered everything we've come to expect from Wimbledon—major upsets, emotional victories, and plenty of drama. We break down Alex Eala's stunning win over defending champion Iga Świątek, Grigor Dimitrov's thrilling five-set victory over Matteo Berrettini, Daniil Medvedev's shock exit, and why the women's draw has suddenly blown wide open. We also discuss Serena Williams' withdrawal from the doubles, celebrate Roman Safiullin's emotional comeback after injury, and look ahead to some mouthwatering Round Four clashes, including Sabalenka vs. Osaka and De Minaur vs. Cobolli. Join us as we unpack the biggest stories, standout performances, and all the moments that had us asking: What's the Call? Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod
From emotional comebacks to unforgettable moments on the grounds of Wimbledon, we're recapping all the action from Round Two. Theo shares firsthand stories from Court One, including Grigor Dimitrov's powerful win over Jakub Menšík and why it felt like a full-circle moment after last year's heartbreaking injury. We also break down Novak Djokovic's impressive form, Matteo Berrettini's resurgence, Coco Gauff's dramatic escape, Madison Keys' steady run, and the biggest storylines from the women's draw. Plus, we look ahead to Round Three with predictions for blockbuster matchups including Sabalenka vs. Ostapenko and the highly anticipated Dimitrov vs. Berrettini clash. It's tennis analysis, behind-the-scenes stories, and plenty of laughs from the Championships. Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod
From Serena Williams' emotional return to Centre Court to British heartbreak, blockbuster five-set battles and plenty of first-round surprises, we're recapping all the biggest stories from the opening days of Wimbledon. We break down Serena's comeback, Matteo Berrettini's vintage win over Stan Wawrinka, tough tests for Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic, the shock exits of Ben Shelton, Elina Svitolina and more, plus our thoughts on the best (and worst) on-court fashion moments. We also look ahead to the standout Round 2 clashes, including Djokovic vs. Stefanos Tsitsipas and Berrettini vs. Arthur Fils, and make our predictions for what's next at SW19. Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod
Theo and Andrea are back to unpack a chaotic final week before Wimbledon. They dive into Serena Williams' shock return to the singles draw, debate whether her aura alone can carry her through the first rounds, and break down the standout performances from Halle, Queen's and Berlin. With Wimbledon just days away, the grass-court picture is starting to take shape. Elsewhere, there's a surprise champion at Queen's, a breakthrough title in Berlin, a wedding weekend that got the tennis world talking, and a live TV interview that landed one player a hefty fine. Plus, the pair tackle the most pressing issue in tennis right now: what on earth is going on with some of these haircuts?
What does it really take to become one of the greatest athletes of all time? In this special episode of What's the Call? , Theo and Andrea review Rafael Nadal's new Netflix documentary, reflecting on the extraordinary career of one of tennis' greatest champions. They discuss the physical pain, relentless injuries and mental resilience that defined his journey, as well as the sacrifices he made in pursuit of greatness. Alongside their documentary review, Theo also rounds up the biggest stories from the opening week of the grass court season, including Donna Vekić's historic title run as a lucky loser, Ben Shelton's first grass court title, Serena Williams' emotional return to Queen's Club, and the biggest talking point ahead of Wimbledon: who should receive this year's coveted wild cards? Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod
This week on What's the Call? , Theo and Andrea break down all the action from Roland-Garros 2026, from Mirra Andreeva's historic first Grand Slam title to Alexander Zverev finally capturing the major that had long eluded him. They discuss the stories behind the headlines, including qualifier Maja Chwalińska's incredible run to the final, Andreeva's growing confidence on court, and the emotional moments that defined the tournament. The pair also dive into the men's final, Flavio Cobolli's rise as one of the tour's most exciting personalities, and what Zverev's breakthrough victory could mean for the future of men's tennis. Plus, with grass-court season already underway, they look ahead to Serena Williams' return, Nick Kyrgios' latest comeback attempt, and all the storylines to watch as Wimbledon approaches. Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod
We're releasing this episode a day early because quite frankly, Roland Garros has descended into complete chaos and there was no way we could wait until Thursday. In what might be the most unpredictable Grand Slam in years, Jannik Sinner is out, Novak Djokovic is gone, Coco Gauff's title defence is over, and the draw has been turned completely on its head. Andrea and Theo break down all the biggest shocks from Paris, including Joao Fonseca's breakout run, Matteo Berrettini's incredible comeback, the controversy surrounding Casper Ruud's defeat, and why this tournament has delivered far more drama than anyone expected. Away from the tennis, there is plenty of off-court chaos too. The girls discuss the latest Roland Garros controversies, from scheduling disputes and umpiring drama to a coach allegedly ghosting his player mid-tournament and one player receiving the largest fine in French Open history. Plus, Naomi Osaka's headline-making fashion choices, Serena Williams' surprise return, and our updated predictions for who will lift the trophies at the end of the most chaotic French Open either of us can remember. Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod
Day two at Roland-Garros and things are already spiralling. Theo, Andrea and Daily Mail tennis correspondent Tamara Prenn unpack the chaos of the French Open so far - from brutal heatwave conditions and mounting injuries to Novak Djokovic’s bizarre wolf jacket era and Aryna Sabalenka’s luxury fashion drama. They debate whether physical durability now matters more than actual tennis level, and ask whether anyone can really stop Jannik Sinner. Plus: the viral “diarrhea incident” taking over tennis Twitter, the controversy around Sabalenka’s Gucci bag and diamond necklaces, Nike accidentally sabotaging their own athlete rollout, and the wider player protest brewing around media obligations and prize money. It’s sweaty, chaotic, slightly unhinged and peak Grand Slam energy. Make sure to subscribe to Tamara's Substack: hittingzone.substack.com Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod
Jannik Sinner is officially unstoppable. This week Theo and Andrea break down his historic Rome win, the emotional moments behind his Golden Masters run, and why the pressure of becoming tennis’ biggest star may finally be starting to show. We also get into Elina Svitolina’s incredible comeback title, the Rome tournament’s heartwarming mascot initiative, and the most chaotic off-court moments of the week. Plus: Andy Murray joins Jack Draper’s coaching team, Carlos Alcaraz enters his Vanity Fair era, Taylor Fritz soft-launches his Renaissance Faire phase, and we preview all the biggest storylines heading into Roland Garros. Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod
What’s actually going through an interviewer’s head during a 7-6 nail-biter in the third set? This week, tennis media powerhouse Blair Henley joins Andrea to break down the high-stakes art of the post-match interview and the "Plan A" philosophy she uses to get players to open up. We dive into the grit of the freelance hustle, the "shelf life" of being a woman on camera, and why she’s never afraid to walk through the door when a player gives an unexpected answer. Blair also shares the hilarious chaos of her "fake it till you make it" origins, from being her own DJ on Court 17 to convincing the pros to race golf carts dressed as Mario Kart characters. Whether she’s building trust in the player dining room or asking about twerking skills on the ATP’s world feed, Blair’s "worst they can say is no" energy is a masterclass in showcasing the personalities that make us fall in love with the sport. Find Blair: @bdhenley on IG and TikTok @BlairHenley on X Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod
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