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The Gay Tennis Podcast
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Welcome to The Gay Tennis Podcast! We blend tennis news with gay culture. Join in the fun!
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Interview with Doubles Star and Gay Ally Ellen Perez!!
1w ago00:53:31Tap to summarizeTony welcomes one of his favorite players to the podcast: Ellen Perez! Ellen is as sweet off court as she is intense on it. They have a fun chat about Ellen’s life, tennis career and so much more. He even got to ask Ellen about his favorite topic: Calves. Weird? Yes. Did he love it? Also yes. Here’s what they get into: Her partnership with lesbian icon Demi Schuurs What reality show she would crush it onIntroducing a new segment: “Girl Call Your Therapist”Ellen’s thoughts on the US Open mixed doubles formatHer experience at a legendary gay wedding How Tony became an Ellen fan at Indian Wells 2025 What it’s like playing Siegemund, Su Wei, Ostapenko and other tricky doubles players Tennis daddies, her favorite drink and so much moreFollow Ellen on Instagram or Twitter, and support her by watching her matches! For more from us, follow along on Instagram, TikTok and Twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →TGTP Merch Store is OPEN + Alcaraz Injury, Stuttgart, Barcelona & RPDR Finale
3w ago00:41:44Tap to summarizeBIG NEWS FROM TGTP HQ: Our merch store IS LIVE! Browse for items here. The store is full of quality items that our designer Sean created. We have two main lines (Classic and Short Shorts Brigade). Plus we offer FREE SHIPPING to anywhere in the United States. Hear more about the store in our latest episode, plus we hit on the latest tennis and gay culture news. I chat about: How Arthur Fils is the new Puerto Vallarta of Tennis Which car is Elena Rybakina? I talk about her win in Stuttgart. Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird divorce leaves lesbians reeling Madonna is back with new music Plus my (slightly negative) response to the Drag Race finaleFor more from us, follow along on Instagram, TikTok and Twitter. And visit thegaytennispod.com to find our cute new merch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Quad Tennis Pro Greg Slade Interview!!
4w ago00:49:49Tap to summarizeTony welcomes openly gay quad tennis pro Greg Slade to the pod and Greg immediately becomes one of his favorite guests! Greg won the silver medal at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games and was a finalist at last year’s Wimbledon in quad doubles. Tony and Greg get into:Being inspired to come out by other tennis players like Mika Brunold and Joao Lucas Reis Tony’s experience watching Greg play in person Reality TV, music choices and true crime documentaries suggestions Greg’s career so far and future goals Greg is a blast to watch play and talk to, so be sure to follow him on Instagram. For more from us, follow along on Instagram, TikTok and Twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Straight Ally Swing: Monte Carlo, Charleston and Summer House Drama
Apr 1201:17:11Tap to summarizeFan favorite David Kane is back to talk through what I dubbed the Straight Ally Swing. We talk: Why Monte Carlo is the Hot Straight Guy Tournament We (somehow) Compare Vacherot to Lady Gaga David Talks About His Time in Charleston How Jess Pegula is Changing the Narrative About HerWe Respond to Madison Keys Talking About ‘Summer House’ Drama Plus Tony and David Have Their First Feud and Much More For more from us, follow along on TikTok, Instagram and Twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Gay Tennis News: Miami Open, Drag Race, Survivor 50 & The Gays Discover Arthur Fils
Mar 3100:35:03Tap to summarizeTony is solo this week and breaks down the latest news in the gay tennis world, including: Arthur Fils gave the gays everything we could want in his incredible run to the SFsAryna completes the Sunshine Double to regain control of the WTARuPaul's Drag Race elimination drama, Survivor 50 update and more reality tv news. Plus, Coco gets off the Coco-coaster, women's doubles delivers again and so much more! For more from us, follow along on social media @thegaytennispod across platforms! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Queer Tennis at its Finest: TGTP & Out Wide Talk Tennis
Mar 2201:20:37Tap to summarizeThis is the episode you must listen to! Tony has Resh and Stef from the Out Wide podcast on to talk queer tennis, Miami Open, Traitors and so much more! Hear us chat: Why queer tennis podcasts are important The latest from the Miami OpenTraitors meets tennis in 2026 - who are teaming up with? Maria Sharapova matches were queer tennis Why did Tony mention Nancy Grace? We don't know. And so much more! The Out Wide podcast is an important and fun listen, so go follow them! And for more from us? You can find us @thegaytennispod on all social media platforms. Message us on IG and tell us what you think of the episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Indian Wells, ANTM Doc, Traitors & More with David Kane
Mar 1801:21:12Tap to summarizeFan favorite David Kane is back on the podcast! And he’s here to chat about his go-to topics: Aryna Sabalenka, the America’s Next Top Model Doc, Traitors and so much more! Listen in as him and Tony breakdown: Sabalenka’s *huge* win in an instant classic match against Rybakina How Rybakina and Pegula are becoming Tony’s favorite watches in 2026Tennis trade matches of the week at Indian WellsThe documentary about a show they both love: America’s Next Top Model Why this season of The Traitors didn’t hit for either of themGayest Moments of the Week Be sure to visit tennis.com to stay up-to-date on David’s reporting. And if you’re enjoying this podcast, please subscribe, rate and review (5 stars for the tennis dolls!). And for more from us, follow along on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok @thegaytennispod. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Talking Tennis, Golden Girls & New Book Thirty Love with Author Tom Vellner
Mar 800:57:24Tap to summarizeAuthor Tom Vellner joins The Gay Tennis Podcast stage to talk about his new gay tennis romance novel, Thirty Love. If you like this podcast, the book is a must read. Buy your copy here and give Tom a follow on IG. Tony and Tom talk all about the book and tennis, including: How the Golden Girls plays a big role in Thirty Love Why Tony loves the names Tom chose for Leo and GabeHow Tom grew up hitting tennis against a tennis wall (close to Tony’s heart!) Comparing the book to Heated Rivalry So much more! If you enjoy this episode, please help the pod by rating and reviewing us 5 stars on the app you listen on. For more from us, follow along on all social media platforms @thegaytennispod! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Re-Release: Is Indian Wells Queer Tennis Paradise?
Mar 100:50:04Tap to summarizeIs Indian Wells gay/queer tennis paradise? I went last year and had some ups and downs. Listen back to hear about my impressions of the "5th slam" as a gay tennis fan. For more from us, follow along on Twitter, TikTok and Instagram. And if you're enjoying this podcast, please rate and review 5 stars. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Joao Lucas Reis Makes History and I Humiliate Myself
Feb 2200:44:38Tap to summarizeHistory was made in men’s tennis this week: Joao Lucas Reis Da Silva became the first out gay male player to compete in a main draw of an ATP tournament. It was a huge moment! And how did I celebrate it? By eating my body weight in food and asking people to take random photos of me. I share my ridiculous day leading up to watching Joao make history (and making us all so proud). He was amazing. I was not. Hear it all in this fun episode! I also talk briefly about what an amazing week of tennis this was in general. For more from us, follow along on Twitter, TikTok and Instagram. And if you're enjoying this podcast, please rate and review 5 stars. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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