Podcast
Questionable Calls - The Tennis Lifestyle Podcast
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
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52 min
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.
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56 min
Are Pushers Ethically Wrong? Plus Gatekeeping the US Open and Yonex Ezone Supremacy
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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
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48 min
Building Tennis Community in Seattle - Interview with Chan from Racquet Racket Club
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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.
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25 min
Our Brackets Are In Shambles. An INSANE Roland Garros Week 1 Bonus
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Roland Garros Week 1 recap and opinions.
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55 min
Are Court Reservations Bad for Tennis? Cabals Across the Country
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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:
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53 min
Rating Tennis Outfits and Giving Jack Draper My Number: A Conversation With @kayacourtside
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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
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8 min
Bonus: The Fight for Tennis' Future Continues. Post-Community Meeting Thoughts Bonus
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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.
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14 min
Seattle's Pickleball-Tennis Proposal Public Meeting Recap Bonus
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David recaps the Parks & Recreation Board of Commissioners Meeting that took place on 4/23. Meeting recording: https://www.seattlechannel.org/parksBoard/?videoid=x186439
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55 min
The Pickleball-Tennis Civil War Heats Up in Seattle
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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
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35 min
What is the least Questionable way to wait for a court?
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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.
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58 min
Is Indian Wells better than US Open
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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.
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48 min
How to Win More Matches at the 3.0-4.0 Level. Return to Portland.
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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.
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1 hr 7 min
What does the Super Bowl have to do with Tennis?
Episode 41
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David and Rishi talk about the Super Bowl, the Australian Open recap, as well as their tennis for the week
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1 hr 1 min
Co-Ed Heats Up, Tennis Travel Hacks and Australian Open QF Thoughts
Episode 40
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David and Rishi discuss travel hacks and Australian Open thoughts.
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54 min
The Rally Sum Theory of Tennis, New Racquets, and AO 2026 Predictions
Episode 39
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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/
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45 min
A Questionable 2025 Retrospective
Episode 38
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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.
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46 min
Year-End Ratings: How Do They Work? Sandbagging in Seattle and Tournament Prep
Episode 37
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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?
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37 min
How to save money on tennis gear - Black Friday 2025
Episode 36
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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
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50 min
Tennis in social media, and the recreational tennis scene overseas
Episode 35
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The guys discuss the different types of tennis content in social media, and David recaps his Hong Kong tennis adventures.
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36 min
What tennis players do when things get moist: Adapting to seasonal change
Episode 34
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