Podcast
Andy Zodin's KickServeRadio.com, featuring Mats Wilander and Jonny Levine
Welcome to KickServeRadio.com! Our team is here to bring you entertaining and informative segments on the glory days of tennis, as well as current day, hot topics. We are so proud to feature former World #1, Mats Wilander, as he remains one of the most respected people in our sport. We also are joined by Former Texas Longhorn All-American, Jonny Levine who is a very highly thought-of tennis great.
- Tennis chart
- #102
- Episodes
- 204
- Releases
- Every two weeks
- Typical length
- 45 min
- On air since
- 2015
- Latest episode
- 2 weeks ago
Episodes
204 episodes, newest first
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45 min
When it comes to overachievers in 2026, the list starts with Rafa Jodar and Sascha Zverev. Then, there are a few others of note. When it comes to disappointments, that list is star-studded as well.
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And how about Carlitos and the Djoker getting wins on the Asian swing? Nice to see those two back in great form.
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39 min
The Laver Cup may be "an exhibition," but try telling these guys it doesn't matter. No chance!
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Team Europe out-duels Team World, to avenge the 2025 outcome.
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53 min
It wasn't a huge surprise to see Sascha Zverev win that US Open final. At least not to everyone but himself! The way that match ended was pretty hilarious.
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But there's nothing funny about his 2026 season!
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32 min
Even the normally chill Swede, Mats will be all smiles as he attends Roger's HOF induction. "I couldn't be more honored to be a small part of it," exclaimed a very excited Wilander.
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That, and a little look back at Cincy, today on KSR.
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34 min
AZ and Jonny welcome NY Times and The Athletic's famed tennis columnist, Matthew Futterman, who discusses his recently released book, The Cruelest Game: Chasing Greatness in Professional Tennis.
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The Cruelest Game takes a deep dive into what makes these champions tick, and at what cost, physically and emotionally.
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14 min
It's a fascinating topic, for lots of reasons. Betting on tennis.
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Insidethedraw's Kevin Lawler gives us a peak behind the curtain.
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44 min
A lot to discuss on this episode, but nothing any cooler than the fact that Mats will be participating in Roger Federer and Mary Carillo's Hall of Fame inductions.
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Does it get any sweeter than that?
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42 min
Wimby and World Cup, both are monumentally huge accomplishments.
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And while Alcaraz gives way to Sinner on top of the tennis mountain, the Spaniards are on top of the world!
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43 min
It's not a pretty sight right now for men's tennis! Alcaraz on the shelf, and Sinner showing signs of health decline.
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Zverev winning his first major is almost an afterthought!
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47 min
Another Rafa? Already?? You better believe it, and Mats says Rafa 2.0 may be a pretty tough customer at this year's French!
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Also: Hey Jonny, is college tennis in some trouble, or this too shall pass??
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16 min
It's the inaugural episode of INDUSTRY INSIGHTS on KickServeRadio.com, and we are pleased to present a very interesting and informative sit down with ITA CEO, Dave Mullins.
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"Hey Dave, is college tennis currently under siege?"
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47 min
On April 20th, we lost one of the truly great ones with the passing of Jim Loehr. Doctor Loehr was a game change in so ways, and in so many lives. He was the Johnny Carson of Sports Psychologists.
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Doctor Loehr was a true pioneer, and he paved the way for the industry to flourish. RIP, Doc. You were loved by many!
And what would Doc Loehr say about what Roger, Rafa, Novak, Carlitos, and Jannikall have in common? And what can we ALL learn from that?
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53 min
It's the 4th time in tennis history that the Sunshine Double was double-bagged. Sinner & Sabalenka turn the trick, and Jannik barely broke a sweat!
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Also, Ethan Quinn made some headlines of his own in Phoenix, winning an all-American final, a thriller vs a very entertaining Marcos Giron.
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52 min
Two of the greats join us this week! Mikael Pernfors and Paul Annacone are featured, as we all prepare for tennis in paradise. These guys are both amazing, and entertaining.
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Also, the Sunshine Double has been stretched to a standing Triple, as the Arizona Tennis Classic is very high level. Just ask Annacone, he'll tell you himself!
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43 min
It was an all-American fight to the finish in Dallas. Big Ben and Taylor slugged it out in an epic Dallas Open final!
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Also, Tennis in Paradise at Indian Wells is right around the corner, but don't sleep on Arizona! The ATC field is LOADED!
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47 min
Was this the best weekend of men's semis and a ladies major final since September 8th, 1984? In case you're wondering, that was the super-est of Super Saturdays!
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Also...Novak's still hanging tough. And Eliot Spizzirri gets some just due love!
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45 min
It's the 26 debut of KickServeRadio.com and we are rolling with a few changes! Today, we make some bold predictions for the new year, and we welcome a new partnership!
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Also, HOW MANY American men in the top 150?
Wow, that's some serious depth!
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52 min
You think college tennis is a "death sentence" for making it in the pros? Think again, as two former Texas Aggies are on a serious tear at the highest level. Their coach, Steve Denton, joins us!
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Also...Sabalenka vs Kygrios ? A modern-day King vs Riggs?? Yep, it's gonna happen, so buckle up!
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50 min
Want to hang with the cool kids? They don't come much cooler than RF. Wilson's Juan Diego Cuadrado will tell you how YOU can get on the team.
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Also, a couple of Steve Denton's A&M boys (Vacherot and Rinderknecht) shake things up in Shaghai, and the American women are making more noise than ever!
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1 hr 3 min
Wilander makes strong showing in Kona!
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Rounding out an amazing WORLD RACQUETS CONFERENCE, Brian Dillman, Andy Zodin and headliner Mats Wilander discussed the concept of "re branding" and how Mats has done so much of that during his Hall of Fame career.
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