Kim Clijsters explores how the WTA is reshaping women's tennis by championing motherhood and fertility rights on tour. Joining Kim, we have Kathleen Stroia, SVP of Performance Health at the WTA, & Dr. Megan Gornet, fertility expert and Assistant Professor at WashU Medicine, to talk through these new programs. Learn all about the groundbreaking PIF WTA Matern ... Show More
Aug 19
Special Guest Victoria Mboko & 2025 Cincinnati Open Recap
Andy Roddick is joined by, 2025 Canadian Open Winner & World No. 24, Victoria Mboko. Andy and Victoria talk about her winning run in Montreal, growing up with competitive older siblings, and getting ready for the US Open. Andy also gives a 2025 Cincinnati Recap of the finals betw ... Show More
50m 54s
Jul 2022
Brittney Griner and the Problem With Women’s Basketball
On this week’s episode of The Waves, Slate senior producer Cheyna Roth is joined by Amira Rose Davis, professor, historian, and co-host of the feminist sports podcast Burn It All Down to talk about Brittney Griner. The WNBA superstar has been detained by the Russians for months. ... Show More
30m 27s
Mar 2025
Players & PTPA sue ATP, WTA - why, and what now?
The Professional Tennis Players’ Association has begun legal action against tennis’ governing bodies. David speaks to Matt Futterman of The Athletic about why this is happening, what the players want, and what might happen next. Read The Athletic's news story by Matt Futterman.Re ... Show More
33m 15s
Jan 2025
'New' Coco Gauff downs Swiatek; Machac melts down; Rybakina coaching news rocks tennis
It's been quite a week. Catherine, David and Matt convene to review the United Cup, Brisbane, Auckland, the extraordinary performances of Coco Gauff, and an increasingly disturbing storyline on the WTA Tour.Part one - Coco Gauff, Taylor Fritz give US victory in the United Cup. Is ... Show More
1h 19m
May 1
Madrid - WTA big guns clash, but it’s a men’s Mix of many
Ahead of the women’s semi-finals and men’s quarter-finals, Catherine, David and Matt discuss the last few days of action in Madrid since Monday’s blackout.Part one - WTA Results. We discuss Iga Swiatek’s fascinating week, look ahead to her intriguing semi-final against Coco Gauff ... Show More
1h 4m
Oct 2024
How To Train Your Mind For Greatness - Venus Williams
Venus Williams is a trailblazing tennis icon, known for her powerful playing style, resilience, and profound impact on the sport. With seven Grand Slam singles titles and a career spanning over two decades, she's not only reshaped women’s tennis but also advocated for equal pay a ... Show More
24m 56s