What's The Call?

The Creator Era of Tennis feat. Liza West

In this episode, Andrea and Theo are joined by tennis content creator Liza West, known for her sharp take on finals fashion, match culture, and the evolving media landscape of the sport. Liza shares how her background in social media marketing, alongside her early experiences as a Wimbledon ball girl, shaped her path into tennis storytelling. Together, they explore what it means to build a voice in a traditionally guarded industry, carving out space within a niche sport while navigating criticism, confidence, and online noise.From tennis fashion and iconic style eras to the players redefining personality and presence on tour, the conversation moves well beyond the court. Andrea, Theo, and Liza dive into social media’s growing influence, tensions within sports media, and the complexities of modern tennis culture, alongside a thoughtful discussion on GLP-1 medications and the narratives surrounding bodies and performance. A candid and refreshingly honest episode about where tennis is heading next.Find Liza: Instagram: @itselizasworldFollow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube ⁠⁠@whatsthecallpod

Who Gave Them a Microphone?

This week on What’s The Call, Andrea and Theo are back and they’ve got plenty to unpack. First up: Naomi Osaka. After the duo discussed her match and the “grunting debate,” Naomi posted what felt like a very direct (and very viral) response: “who gave them a microphone?” They break down what they actually said, why fan conversations matter in sport, and why tennis can feel intimidatingly technical — plus why they’re committed to keeping it fun, accessible, and honest.From there, it’s a whirlwind of headlines: an Australian player’s brutal retirement statement calling out toxicity and abuse in the tennis world, Medvedev’s latest comedic meltdown over “square” balls, and Yannick Sinner’s new Nike ACG look (with a subtle dig at his past outfits). Then it’s full Winter Olympics mode: the Olympic Village condom shortage, a jaw-dropping bronze medal “confession” that feels like a movie moment — and the emotional highs and lows of elite sport, from heartbreak crashes to pressure-fuelled collapses. The episode closes with a final call on the question that underpins everything: when careers are decided in split seconds, how much is skill — and how much is surviving the moment?Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube ⁠⁠@whatsthecallpod

Stefanos Tsitsipas Drops In…

Stefanos Tsitsipas slid into the DMs… and this guest turned out to be a bit of a blast from the past. In this episode, Stefanos opens up about navigating a challenging period, what it’s taken to feel like himself again, and why rediscovering the joy of competing has mattered just as much as results. We also get into favourite Slams, the grind and beauty of clay, and the tournament that delivers his ideal mix of tennis and escape.Off court, things get even better. Stefanos shares his pre match rituals and superstitions, tells some genuinely brilliant tour stories, and reveals what happened the first time he ever drank alcohol… alongside Rafa Nadal and Roger Federer. We talk life on tour, online trolls, blocking with enthusiasm, the realities of the tennis calendar, kit hits and disasters, and finish with quick fire calls you won’t want to miss.Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube ⁠@whatsthecallpod

"Don't Shoot The Massager"

In this episode, Theo and Andrea are joined by Tamara Prenn to unpack an Australian Open that felt strangely quiet - until it suddenly wasn’t. They break down why the first week and a half lacked chaos, and how the final few days completely rewrote the story: big-match drama, genuine shocks, and moments that will shape the rest of the season. From the “good for tennis” factor to what five-set grit reveals about the sport, they dig into what made the closing stretch feel so seismic.The conversation also hits the tournament’s biggest talking points: Novak’s level (and whether 25 grand slam is still a realistic goal), Carlos’s historic achievement and what it signals for the future, and the grey areas that always spark debate - from medical timeouts to the politics around coaching narratives. Plus: why the men’s field desperately needs a consistent “third man,” why the women’s game stays more unpredictable, and a fun detour into tennis’s influencer/WAG economy that’s quietly changing the ecosystem around the sport.Make sure to subscribe to Tamara's Substack: hittingzone.substack.comFollow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod

High Fashion, High Drama

At the Australian Open, the tennis has been electric, but honestly, so has everything happening around it. In this episode, we get into all the moments where sport, fashion, personality, and atmosphere collide, from surprise legend appearances and brand crossovers to headline-making outfits and players fully owning the stage. We talk Rafa’s return to Australia, the growing crossover between tennis and high fashion, Naomi Osaka’s much-debated walk-on look, and why the game increasingly feels as much about identity and presence as it does about performance.We also dig into what we’re calling the tournament’s “crowd moments” when the audience stops being background noise and becomes part of the story. From players thriving off hostile energy to ongoing debates about gamesmanship, noise, and where support tips into disruption, we explore where intensity ends and interference begins. Along the way, we reflect on why the women’s draw feels particularly gripping this year, how pressure and personality shape matches, and what all this chaos tells us about how tennis culture is evolving.Follow us on Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube @whatsthecallpod