Best Sift Creative Podcasts (2025)

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99: US Open 2025: Round 3 Recap & Round 4 Preview | EP 99 22:59

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Round 3 of the US Open had everything: injuries, drama, and plenty of star power in the stands. We dig into Ben Shelton’s tough setback, Sinner’s tricky test against Shapo, Alcaraz’s dominant run, and Taylor Fritz quietly holding strong. And yes, we even get into the celeb scene, from Russell Wilson and LL Cool J courtside to who didn’t quite make …

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98: US Open 2025: Round 2 Recap & Round 3 Preview with John McEnroe | EP 98 34:12

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We’ve got a special guest… John McEnroe crashes the pod — and yes, we’re serious! Steve, Sam, John, and Johnny Mac break down the latest results and hottest storylines, from which American he sees with the most potential, to Medvedev’s fine, and the tense Townsend–Ostapenko exchange. We also dig into Jack Draper’s unexpected withdrawal, highlight t…

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97: US Open 2025: Round 1 Recap & Round 2 Preview | EP 97 25:43

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Round 1 of the US Open had it all: celebrity gossip, bad haircuts, and Daniil Medvedev screaming at photographers. We start with the essential Taylor Swift–Travis Kelce update (because, priorities), then break down Carlos Alcaraz’s brother-approved buzzcut. Medvedev’s meltdown gets the full debate treatment, with zero agreement on who was right. Ve…

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96: 2025 US Open: Tournament Preview | Something Major | EP 96 25:34

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We dive into the main draws of the US Open, breaking down the most exciting first-round matchups and sharing our picks to win it all. Expect some surprise calls on the women’s side, while on the men’s side, most of us agree there’s one clear favorite. We also get into the mixed doubles action, including the impressive run of Vavassori and Errani ag…

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95: LIVE from the US Open: Tennis Pros Unplugged & Rowdy New York Nights | EP 95 36:22

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The Nothing Major podcast goes LIVE for the very first time, straight from the heart of US Open Fan Week, the Fountain Plaza Stage. Sam, John, and Jack host their first live pod in front of a rowdy crowd, hungry for free hats, laughs, and unfiltered takes! Sam announces the launch of tennis’ original Bracket Challenge for the US Open and reveals ou…

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94: US Open Mixed Doubles Uncovered, Eric Butorac & Cincy Recap | EP 94 41:15

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With the US Open upon us, Sam, Steve, and Jack break down the brand-new mixed doubles format with special guest Eric Butorac. The US Open’s Senior Director of Player Relations gives us the inside scoop on the event including the moment Jannik Sinner asked if he could team up with Serena Williams! From Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s secret visit la…

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93: Kalamazoo, Cincy Chaos & the Ultimate Pronunciation Challenge | EP 93 35:12

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In this week's Friday episode, John, Sam and Steve take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, reminiscing about the legendary Kalamazoo boys' tennis tournament and its significance in the junior tennis world. The boys share stories about their enjoyable (and sometimes chaotic) times at the Cincinnati Open and dive into the Major Mailbag to answer your…

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92: Shelton’s Toronto Triumph, Mboko’s Breakthrough & Who Got Robbed by the Big 4? | EP 92 36:12

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John, Sam, and Steve kick off your week “live” from Cincinnati, running down the biggest headlines in tennis, including Ben Shelton’s maiden Masters 1000 title in Toronto and teenage Canadian sensation Victoria Mboko capturing her first title and rising to Canadian No. 1. The crew breaks down Shelton’s explosive athleticism, undeniable clutch gene,…

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91: Mailbag, Cincinnati Tales, and a Masters 1000 Debate | EP 91 37:01

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The boys are back as tennis heads to Cincinnati for the latest Masters 1000! With a fresh debate around the new Masters 1000 structure the talk of tennis., John, Jack, Sam and Steve are joined by Toronto Tournament Director, Karl Hale to offer his thoughts on the hot topic. The group discuss player withdrawals, the schedule shake-up, and throw out …

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90: The Ugliest Games in Tennis, Sam's Reality TV Flashback, & Canada Recap | EP 90 37:14

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The boys are back and things are getting ugly (in the best way) as they revisit their “Ugliest Strokes” debate, respond to hilarious fan feedback, and rank the absolute worst games in tennis history. There's plenty to break down from Toronto and Montreal, but more importantly, Sam feels this is the right time to reflect on his infamous stint on Bra…

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89: Alexander Zverev Joins the Pod, Dinners with Rafa & Chasing Grand Slam Glory | EP 89 45:51

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World No. 3 Alexander Zverev stops by for what might be the funniest and most dehydrated interview of his life. Battling full-body cramps (seriously), Zverev still dives into it all: the crash after the Australian Open final, the mistakes he’s owned, and what it’ll take to finally leave the 'No Majors' club. The crew discuss mental health, public p…

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88: DC Download, Canada & The Ugliest Strokes in Tennis History | EP 88 39:42

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John, Jack, Stevie, and Sam kick off the week by breaking down the biggest headlines in tennis. The boys recap the big results from Washington D.C., discuss Venus Williams’ return to the court, and preview the tour’s upcoming stops in Canada. The crew start an important debate, what are the ugliest swings in tennis history? And reveal what insuranc…

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87: Mark Ein Joins the Pod, Favorite Moments and our Birthday Special! | EP 87 47:08

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Nothing Major turns one! Join John, Jack, Sam, and Stevie for the one-year anniversary episode as they celebrate 12 months of being on air, not being cancelled and somehow not being sick of each other. This week the boys are joined by Mark Ein, Tournament Director of the Washington DC Open and partner of the Washington Commanders, who shares his jo…

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86: Mid-Season Awards, Toronto Withdrawals & The Doubles Debate | EP 86 36:34

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John, Sam, Stevie, and a late-arriving Jack are here to kick off your week! Sam and John’s Sinner/Doubles hot take took the tennis world by storm over the weekend, and the heated debate continues in today’s episode. With a flood of withdrawals, the Toronto Open is shaping up to look very different, and the boys break down the big dropouts. Looking …

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85: Wimbledon Mailbag, Sam's Stolen Valor & Sinner's Doubles Challenge | Nothing Major | EP 85 43:09

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Wimbledon may be done and dusted, but the boys have still got some stories to tell! John, Sam and Stevie discuss their own Wimbledon experiences and share stories from the Legends Tournament to Sam's surprising attendance at this year's Champion's Dinner. The boys dip into the Major Mailbag to answer some listener questions and the winner of the 20…

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84: 2025 Wimbledon: Finals Recap | Something Major | EP 84 41:42

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John, Jack, and Stevie reunite for the final episode of Something Major, Wimbledon 2025 edition, to break down all the action from Championship Weekend. The trio reflects on Iga Swiatek’s dominant performance in the women’s final and Sinner’s revenge win over Alcaraz on the men’s side. Stevie shares personal stories about getting bagelled, while Ja…

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83: 2025 Wimbledon: Semifinal Recap & Final Preview | Something Major | EP 83 30:08

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Sam Querrey joins Jack Sock, and a shirtless John Isner to recap the semi-finals of Wimbledon 2025. They provide insights into Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner's performances, discuss John Isner's amusing shirtless appearance, and analyze Taylor Fritz's match against Carlos Alcaraz. The team debates whether Sinner or Alcaraz will claim the men's ti…

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82: 2025 Wimbledon: Quarterfinal Recap & Semifinal Preview | Something Major | EP 82 33:06

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Sam and John reunite for a lively Wimbledon semifinals preview, dissecting Novak’s grit, Sinner’s form, and whether Fritz can shock Alcaraz. They recap Jack Sock and Bill Ackman’s buzzworthy Newport doubles cameo, toast Fabio Fognini’s surprise retirement, and swap semifinal picks in a split call on Sabalenka vs. Anisimova. The guys reflect on thei…

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81: 2025 Wimbledon: Round 4 Recap & Quarterfinal Preview | Something Major | EP 81 37:14

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Sam and Steve return with a round of 16 Wimbledon recap, sharing laughs and tennis insights. Sam brushes elbows with Federer but gets starstruck, while Jack Sock calls in from Newport to reveal his upcoming doubles comeback with hedge fund mogul Bill Ackman—against Bernard Tomic, no less. The guys analyze Dimitrov’s heartbreak, Shelton’s run, and D…

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80: 2025 Wimbledon: Round 3 Recap & Round 4 Preview | Something Major | EP 80 26:56

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Sam and Stevie J hold down a two-man pod for Wimbledon’s Round 3 recap, mixing tennis insights with hilarious behind-the-scenes tales. Sam battles desk nerves and a stubborn stomach ache while interviewing stars like Sinner and Alcaraz, and Stevie recalls his Davis Cup hotdog-eating victory at Andy Roddick’s house. The duo breaks down Sinner’s domi…

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79: 2025 Wimbledon: Round 2 Recap & Round 3 Preview | Something Major | EP 79 31:10

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Sam returns to the pod alongside John Isner and Steve Johnson for a packed episode of tennis banter and off-court gossip. The guys dissect Sinner’s dominant form, Alcaraz’s gritty start, and Djokovic’s ominous momentum. Off-court, they dive into the Tsitsipas-Badosa breakup drama and share laughs about blackout curtains, British breakfasts, and ove…

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78: 2025 Wimbledon: Round 1 Recap & Round 2 Preview | Something Major | EP 78 31:38

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John, Jack, and Stevie break down a wild first round at Wimbledon, including a record-tying 13 upsets in the men’s main draw—matching the most ever in a Grand Slam opening round. The crew dives into the shock exits of Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula, shares their predictions for round two, and checks in on the leaderboard for the Nothing Major Bracke…

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How To Win In Search In A Post-Click World - Part 1 38:54

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77: Wimbledon Stories, UK Pet Peeves & Tournament Predictions | EP 77 38:29

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00:00 Welcome to the Show! 01:37 Hotty Bracket: Women’s Field Debate 03:39 Our Top UK Pet Peeves 15:39 Pre-Wimbledon Week 22:06 Behind the Scenes: Wimbledon Practice Sessions 23:46 Predictions for the 2025 Championships 29:36 The Wimbledon Snake Draft: Building the Perfect Team 36:28 Final Thoughts and Goodbye!…

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76: Alcaraz Rules Queen’s, Bublik Shakes Up Halle & Wimbledon Awaits | EP 76 37:19

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The boys break down what makes Alcaraz so dangerous on grass after his latest London title, and dive into Bublik's chaotic — yet brilliant — run on German soil, highlighted by a big win over Sinner. We also unpack the WTA action in Berlin, where former Wimbledon champ Marketa Vondrousova lifted the trophy. Could she be the most dangerous seed at Th…

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75: US Open Mixed Doubles, Hypothetical Players 9-to-5 Jobs & Sam's Queen’s Title | EP 75 28:55

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The boys kick things off by diving into the grass court season, weighing the pros and cons of the Queen’s and Halle tournaments. Along the way, they share some hilarious anecdotes—plus, Sam learns the hard truth that winning Queen’s might not be as impressive as he once thought. Next, the crew breaks down the US Open Mixed Doubles entry list, unpac…

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74: Grass Season, Fritz Triumphs and Monfils' Viral Video | EP 74 28:14

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Jack, John, Sam and Steve are back and ready for tennis' seasonal switch to grass. The boys dive review an action-packed first week of grass-court tennis, discussing the new women's tournament at Queen's and the men's action in Stuttgart and the Netherlands. Tatiana Maria made history in London, and U.S. tennis captured another trophy thanks to Tay…

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73: Roland Garros Mailbag, Craziest Locker Room Stories & Wienergate Revealed | EP 73 46:04

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The guys wrap up the thrilling clay court season with a deep dive into the epic Roland Garros final. They also answer fan questions—covering everything from Sam's potential TV career to hilarious locker room stories, including the possible funniest story ever 'Wienergate'. As the discussion shifts to the grass court season, the guys reveal their pr…

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72: 2025 Roland Garros: Finals Recap | Something Major | Ep 72 27:25

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Finals Day at Roland Garros delivered—big time. The guys react to an all-time classic men’s final, where Carlos Alcaraz edged Jannik Sinner in a five-hour, 29-minute thriller filled with jaw-dropping shotmaking and momentum swings. They debate whether it ranks as a top-three match of all time and what it means for the sport’s future. On the women’s…

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71: 2025 Roland Garros: Semifinals Recap & Finals Preview | Something Major | Ep 71 26:51

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Jack and Sam return for a two-man show to break down the French Open semifinals and preview the finals. On the women’s side, Coco Gauff cruises past surprise wildcard Louisa Boisson, while Aryna Sabalenka powers through Iga Świątek in a roof-closed slugfest. The guys debate who has the edge in the final. On the men’s side, Jannik Sinner eliminates …

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70: 2025 Roland Garros: Quarterfinal Recap & Semifinal Preview | Something Major | Ep 70 19:39

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John and Jack break down a thrilling quarterfinal round and look ahead to the blockbuster semifinals at Roland Garros. Djokovic turns back the clock to beat Zverev, setting up a showdown with world No. 1 Jannik Sinner. Alcaraz advances easily, while Musetti stirs controversy in his win over Tiafoe. On the women’s side, French wildcard Lois Boisson …

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69: 2025 Roland Garros: Round 4 Recap & Quarterfinal Preview | Something Major | Ep 69 35:37

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Live from Paris, the crew recaps the Round of 16 and looks ahead to blockbuster quarterfinals at Roland Garros. Sam shares on-site stories, including a hilariously honest interview with Alexander Bublik. The guys break down Ben Shelton’s impressive run, Francis Tiafoe’s chances against Musetti, and Tommy Paul’s shot at upsetting Alcaraz. On the wom…

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68: 2025 Roland Garros: Round 3 Recap & Round 4 Preview | Something Major | Ep 68 24:58

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The squad recaps Round 3 of Roland Garros, noting the Americans that are lighting it up across the board. They break down big wins from Tiafoe, Paul, and Shelton, debate whether Sinner is unbeatable, and throw out predictions on the men's and women’s draws. Plus: weird desk interviews, Rublev confusion, the Baby Heater effect, and a near-meltdown f…

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AI & Media Buying In 2025 With Maxwell Finn - Part 2 57:15

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67: Richard Gasquet on the Big 3, One-Handed Backhands & His Toughest Matchups (Part 2) | Ep 67 28:16

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In part two of our special interview with former World No. 7 Richard Gasquet, the French legend dives deeper into his career with stories, insights, and honesty only a recently retired pro can offer. Richard compares generations, reflects on his toughest matchups, and settles the debate on the greatest one-handed backhand of all time. The guys also…

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66: 2025 Roland Garros: Round 2 Recap & Round 3 Preview | Something Major | EP 66 31:53

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Live from Roland Garros, the crew breaks down Round 2 of the French Open with on-the-ground insights from Sam Querrey, behind-the-scenes moments, and big-picture debates about player fatigue and ATP rules. They unpack surprise upsets, standout performances, and the hot-button controversy around the tour's schedule. Plus: American matchups to watch,…

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65: 2025 Roland Garros: Rafa’s Goodbye, Round 1 Recap & Round 2 Preview | Something Major | EP 65 27:24

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Roland Garros is underway, which means we’re back with Something Major, our round-by-round recap and preview show from the second Grand Slam of 2025. For the next two weeks, we’ll be dropping episodes every other day, keeping you locked in on all the action from Paris. We kick off this episode with Rafa’s emotional retirement ceremony, then dive in…

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64: Richard Gasquet Joins the Pod, His Decision to Retire & Playing His Final Tournament | Ep 64 47:35

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Former World No. 7 and 18-time non-major winner, Richard Gasquet joins this week’s episode for the first of a special two-part interview. Richard opens up about his decision to retire in 2025, the emotions around playing his final tournament at Roland Garros, his early memories facing the Nothing Major crew, and his hilarious odds of actually winni…

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63: Tommy Paul Reveals Car Towing Truth, Carlos Conquers Rome & Aura Draw Surprises | EP 63 38:17

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With Sam still digging holes in Turks and Caicos and Jack on the move, John and Steve are running the show as they recap a blockbuster finals weekend in Rome. The duo breaks down the Alcaraz vs. Sinner showdown and debates who’s the favorite heading into Roland Garros, plus they celebrate Jasmine Paolini’s emotional win on home soil. Curious about …

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62: Rome Mailbag, Selfie Stick Scams & The Aura Draw is Live! | Ep 62 32:49

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As we head into finals weekend in Rome, the gang is back together to break down the latest stories from the Italian clay. Jack, John, Sam, and Stevie relive their best and worst memories in the Eternal City. In this week’s Mailbag special, the boys tackle your questions, reminiscing about fanny pack tourist missions and the time Sam got hustled on …

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61: Rome Rundown, French Open Forecast & Aura Wildcard | EP 61 35:12

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With Sam and Jack on the road, John and Stevie are holding down the fort in this week’s Monday edition of Nothing Major. Jannik Sinner is back and looking sharp. The boys break down his strong return in Rome, dive into the biggest storylines coming out of Italy, and look ahead to the French Open. Plus, a special announcement about the upcoming Aura…

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60: European Pet Peeves, College Tennis Legends, & Rome Stories | EP 60 43:03

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As veterans of the Rome Masters, the boys break down the highs and lows of the Italian clay 1000, from navigating narrow locker room doors to battling with the tiniest towels of the season. In true American fashion, John, Jack, Sam, and Steve decide to air their European pet peeves, from soupy eggs, twin beds pushed together, and 'Mr. Bean cars'. W…

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59: Ruud's Breathrough, Sabalenka’s Dominance & Sinner’s Return | EP 59 39:57

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It’s a wrap in Madrid and against all odds, someone from the Nothing Major crew actually made a correct prediction. Following last week’s revelation that John Isner watches everything with subtitles, he’s back to gloat after receiving overwhelming support in the YouTube comments. With Sinner’s return looming after his three-month suspension, Jack, …

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58: Rafa Clay Records, Best Tennis Movies, & Madrid Mailbag | EP 58 37:39

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With the Madrid finals approaching, Jack, John, Sam, and Stevie look back on their best and most forgettable performances on the Spanish clay. But first, the boys kick off this week's episode off with heated debates around watching Netflix with subtitles and the best tennis movies of all time. Spoiler alert, you might want to head to the video vers…

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57: Djokovic’s Defeat, Madrid Updates, & Osaka’s 125K | EP 57 33:42

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The power is back in Madrid, just in time for a new episode of Nothing Major! Sam, Stevie, John, and Jack break down the latest results from Madrid, and discuss the power outage that has put the tournament on hold. They dive into the sport’s biggest headlines: the growing pains of fully electronic officiating, Alexander Zverev’s phone incident, and…

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56: Madrid Mayhem, Prom Night Fails & the Return of the Hot Coach Debate | EP 56 46:55

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With the Madrid Open underway, John, Jack, Sam, and Stevie are back to share their favorite memories, and some honest takes on the Spanish 1000 tournament. From the not-so-fancy venue, to the lost magic of the blue clay, to the challenges of finding dinner in a city that eats at midnight. Tennis' favorite host and reporter Blair Henley, crashes the…

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55: A Trio Find Their Form, Showering In Front of Drug Testers, and Madrid Dark Horses | EP 55 46:49

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The guys kick off the show recapping the most significant results from last week. Is Zverev back after winning on home soil? Could Rune’s victory over Alcaraz make him a week-in, week-out threat moving forward? And does Ostapenko’s dominant week in Stuttgart make her a Roland Garros contender? They then delve into the ITIA’s odd clarification on th…

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54: Federer's Dirty Laundry, Worst Clay Losses & Mailbag | EP 54 32:12

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This week, the guys go full clay-mode with some hard truths about life on the dirt. They draft their current top clay-court players, revisit the narrative that Americans can’t hang on the surface, and share some painfully honest personal stories - including Steve Johnson’s worst-ever loss on clay winning two games in a five set match. The boys then…

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53: Federer Comeback? Alcaraz’s Return and Shelton’s Doubles Drama | EP 53 38:54

5M ago38:54

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Clay season is well underway and it’s Carlos Alcaraz who dominated in Monte Carlo. With Jack away spreading the good word of pickleball in Vietnam, John, Sam and Stevie break down Carlos’ play style, mental toughness, and debate whether or not he's the clear favorite for the French Open. Meanwhile, Novak Djokovic and Alex Zverev’s early crash out o…