{"podcast":{"title":"The BIG T","slug":"the-big-t-7641591","podcast_index_feed_id":7641591,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/SINCL1597379469","website_url":"https://YouTube.com/TennisChannel","image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/39d7213c-dc4f-11f0-abe1-6fa13898c0d7/image/13f53f6f4bfceeed5647ea93ce6c6bef.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"Gary Waksman","episode_count":57,"summary":"Enter the greenroom of tennis legends, coaches and insiders as Brad Gilbert, Andrea Petkovic, Mark Petchey and Nick Monroe gather weekly to guide fans through the biggest storylines, sharpest debates and competitive chaos shaping the global tennis landscape. Produced by the authority in tennis coverage for 23 years, Tennis Channel has designed THE BIG T podcast to serve every level of fandom with a front row seat and backstage pass to key tournaments. Each episode is suited to help tennis fans cut through the clutter and get right to the heart of what matters in the tennis world. Brad Gilbert, former World No. 4 and 20-time ATP titleholder, brings unmatched perspective from a career that includes coaching legends Andre Agassi, Andy Roddick, and Coco Gauff. His relationships, instincts, and energy are second to none.Andrea Petkovic, former World No. 9 and German No. 1 with seven career titles, has emerged as one of the sport’s most thoughtful voices since retiring in 2022—known for her nuanced analysis and storytelling as a broadcaster and host. Mark Petchey, a decade-long ATP professional, is revered for his tennis intellect and coaching acumen, having worked closely with Andy Mur…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-30T02:20:53.747057+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-big-t-7641591"},"episode":{"title":"THE BIG T: Sinner Grabs the Spotlight From Alcaraz + Stand-Up Comedy Star and Tennis Fan, Matt Rife","slug":"the-big-t-sinner-grabs-the-spotlight-from-alcaraz-stand-up-comedy-star-and-tennis-fan-matt-rife","published_at":"2026-04-15T13:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-big-t-7641591/the-big-t-sinner-grabs-the-spotlight-from-alcaraz-stand-up-comedy-star-and-tennis-fan-matt-rife","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-big-t-7641591","url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SINCL7740909719.mp3?updated=1776207732","audio_url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SINCL7740909719.mp3?updated=1776207732","summary":"The buzz from Jannik Sinner's masterful Monte Carlo performance is still being felt around the tennis world as Brad Gilbert and Nick Monroe dig into his fourth consecutive Masters 1000 win, reclaiming the World #1 ranking and grabbing a firm hold of the SINCARAZ rivalry. How will Carlos Alcaraz respond as the clay season progresses? Plus, recent co-host Chris Eubanks catches up with actor and stand-up comedy star, Matt Rife for a fun filled discussions comparing stand-up comedy with being a pro tennis player. Rife and Eubanks also reveal their choices for the GOATS of Comedy and GOATS of Tennis. Geoff Chizever also joins this episode for a jolt of energy and debate with his weekly, BANK OR SHANK segment plus our fanmail gets us into the discussion of grunts on the tennis court. For video versions check out Tennis Channel’s Youtube page https://www.youtube.com/@TennisChannel or the Tennis Channel App for all episodes and bonus scenes.","meta_description":"The buzz from Jannik Sinner's masterful Monte Carlo performance is still being felt around the tennis world as Brad Gilbert and Nick Monroe dig into his f…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3309,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-big-t-7641591/episodes/the-big-t-sinner-grabs-the-spotlight-from-alcaraz-stand-up-comedy-star-and-tennis-fan-matt-rife/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-big-t-7641591/the-big-t-sinner-grabs-the-spotlight-from-alcaraz-stand-up-comedy-star-and-tennis-fan-matt-rife.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}