Podcast

Questionable Calls - The Tennis Lifestyle Podcast

Sports, Tennis

Tennis is life. Seattle-based tennis players David Leong, Rishi Tekriwal, and Adam Zhu (and friends) talk all things tennis, from memorable match experiences to gear to trivia to strategy to ATP/WTA tournaments, and everything in between, with an emphasis on the everyday recreational experience. Will you agree with all of our takes? Probably not!

Tennis chart
#175
Episodes
53
Releases
Every two weeks
Typical length
51 min
On air since
2025
Latest episode
3 weeks ago

Episodes

53 episodes, newest first

  1. How many tennis social platforms are too many? Meat proxies, culture vultures, and the $1000 racquet

    Show notes

    Connecting with fellow tennis players can be a challenge, especially if you're not already part of a group. In this episode of Questionable Calls, David and Will dive into the various platforms and communities designed to bring tennis enthusiasts together. Also, David acquires a Wilson Python.

    52 min
  2. Are Pushers Ethically Wrong? Plus Gatekeeping the US Open and Yonex Ezone Supremacy

    Show notes

    Brand-new guest Will joins the pod for some spicy hot takes on pushers, influencers, and racquet choices. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/questionable.pod

    56 min
  3. Building Tennis Community in Seattle - Interview with Chan from Racquet Racket Club

    Show notes

    We are back with an interview with the founder of Racquet Racket Club! We discuss the origin and mission of the club, as well as Chan's personal tennis journey.

    48 min
  4. Our Brackets Are In Shambles. An INSANE Roland Garros Week 1 Bonus

    Show notes

    Roland Garros Week 1 recap and opinions.

    25 min
  5. Are Court Reservations Bad for Tennis? Cabals Across the Country

    Show notes

    We dive deeper into how court reservation systems work, and how they differ from walk-on courts. We also give our Roland Garros predictions.

    Seattle Tennis Petitions:

    https://sign.moveon.org/petitions/sav...

    https://www.change.org/p/preserve-sea...

    San Francisco Tennis Cabal-Related Tea:

    / the_rossi_park_tennis_cabal

    / friendly_cabal_member_reaches_out

    https://www.rossiracquetclub.com/

    55 min
  6. Rating Tennis Outfits and Giving Jack Draper My Number: A Conversation With @kayacourtside

    Show notes

    We are joined by very special guest Kaya of @kayacourtside! She tells us about her tennis journey, the recreational experience in London, and her experiences attending tournaments in the UK/EU. She also gives us each the "what your gear says about you" treatment!

    Follow Kaya on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kayacourtside

    53 min
  7. Bonus: The Fight for Tennis' Future Continues. Post-Community Meeting Thoughts Bonus

    Show notes

    We attended the second of three community meetings this week for people to give feedback on Seattle Parks and Rec's Outdoor Racquet Sports Strategy Proposal. Here are our summary and thoughts.

    8 min
  8. Seattle's Pickleball-Tennis Proposal Public Meeting Recap Bonus

    Show notes

    David recaps the Parks & Recreation Board of Commissioners Meeting that took place on 4/23. Meeting recording: https://www.seattlechannel.org/parksBoard/?videoid=x186439

    14 min
  9. The Pickleball-Tennis Civil War Heats Up in Seattle

    Show notes

    Seattle is proposing to radically change their approach to serving the tennis and pickleball communities. We discuss the background and current policymaking affecting tennis/pickleball coexistence, as well as debunk some common misconceptions.

    Racquet Sport Strategy Information (including meeting details): https://engageseattleparks.com/outdoor-racquet-sports-strategy/rs-engage

    55 min
  10. What is the least Questionable way to wait for a court?

    Show notes

    We get a pro player to introduce our podcast! We talk about other tea that always comes along with playing tennis in seattle and following pro tennis.

    35 min
  11. Is Indian Wells better than US Open

    Show notes

    The conversation covers the Indian Wells experience, including player access, demographics of the audience, freebies and sponsorship, ticketing and seating, and player autograph signings. It provides insights into the unique aspects of the tournament and the overall fan experience. The conversation covers the Indian Wells experience, including amenities, food, and encounters with tennis personalities. It also delves into the camera policy at the event and an interesting interaction on Twitter regarding tennis statistics.

    58 min
  12. How to Win More Matches at the 3.0-4.0 Level. Return to Portland.

    Show notes

    We met Jannik Sinner in Seattle! Kind of. We went back to Portland, but how does this trip compare to last year's? We then discuss unsexy and sexy ways to level up your game, sprinkled with a little pro scene drama.

    48 min
  13. What does the Super Bowl have to do with Tennis?

    Episode 41

    Show notes

    David and Rishi talk about the Super Bowl, the Australian Open recap, as well as their tennis for the week

    1 hr 7 min
  14. Co-Ed Heats Up, Tennis Travel Hacks and Australian Open QF Thoughts

    Episode 40

    Show notes

    David and Rishi discuss travel hacks and Australian Open thoughts.

    1 hr 1 min
  15. The Rally Sum Theory of Tennis, New Racquets, and AO 2026 Predictions

    Episode 39

    Show notes

    Questionable Calls is now a video podcast! In this episode, David and Rishi discuss our plans for getting back into tennis this year, react (EMOTIONAL) to the infamous Kenya challenger match, and pick our predictions for the 2026 Austratian Open. Find us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/questionable.pod/

    54 min
  16. A Questionable 2025 Retrospective

    Episode 38

    Show notes

    David and Rishi discuss dating and religion, and also recap the result of the Boeing tournament, look back on the year's tennis, and make predictions for the 2026 pro season.

    45 min
  17. Year-End Ratings: How Do They Work? Sandbagging in Seattle and Tournament Prep

    Episode 37

    Show notes

    Rishi and David discuss the pros and cons of getting bumped up vs staying at your current level. The Boeing Holiday Classic is coming up, and David shares about the entry list and his chances of finally taking home that micro trophy. Is apologizing for net cord points won really necessary?

    46 min
  18. How to save money on tennis gear - Black Friday 2025

    Episode 36

    Show notes

    David and Rishi detail how to get the lowest prices possible from various tennis retailers, including hidden promo codes and stackable discounts. Join Capital One Shopping here and receive $80: http://capitaloneshopping.com/r/21212de9-4eac-4dec-909d-8545901e3b7b

    37 min
  19. Tennis in social media, and the recreational tennis scene overseas

    Episode 35

    Show notes

    The guys discuss the different types of tennis content in social media, and David recaps his Hong Kong tennis adventures.

    50 min
  20. What tennis players do when things get moist: Adapting to seasonal change

    Episode 34

    Show notes

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    36 min

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