Think About It with Victoria Azarenka

Season 2 Episode 7: Melody Johnson On Her Martial Arts Journey and Child Development

Melody Johnson has been involved in the martial arts community for over 30 years, using it as a fun & exciting instrument in the world of child development. She joins the show to discuss how she found refuge from bullying in her sport, why she was called to teach the youth, and how she raises her own kids with a self-written curriculum based on love and affection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season 2 Episode 6: Jeff Sparr On Overcoming Mental Health Struggles and Using Art To Inspire Others

Jeff Sparr was a former college tennis standout in the 1980s at Ohio State, but he struggled internally with his mental health at a time when help was limited. Sparr turned to the painting to manage his issues, he joins the show to explain exactly how his new hobby saved his life and propelled him to be a vessel in helping others.The conversation is very informative, covering Sparr's interest in painting tennis-specific pieces, started a business that offers support to people with mental health struggles, and how he dealt with the new burdens & challenges of isolation during the pandemic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season 2 Episode 5: Brandon Marshall on Mental Health For Athletes, and Making A Difference In Your Post Playing Career

Brandon Marshall was an all-pro wide receiver in the NFL, but he was also one of the first prominent celebrities to go public with his mental health struggles. He joins Azarenka for an emotional interview on how overlooked athlete wellbeing is, how therapy changed his life, and why helping others is ultimately his true purpose.Marshall & Azarenka get very candid in their own personal struggles, and lament on the social media age and all the drama that can bring to an athlete in chase of perfection. The relationship between fans & players is also discussed, as well as the need to continue having difficult & often heartfelt conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season 2 Episode 4: Jon Wertheim on The Delicate Relationship Between Athletes & The Media

Jon Wertheim has been one of the most respected sports journalists for several decades, having worked for Sports Illustrated, Tennis Channel, & 60 Minutes as a feature contributor. He joins the show for a enlightening discussion on the delicate relationship between athletes & journalists, & how trust is established in some cases while unfortunately eroded in others.Wertheim dives into how fans in the current climate consume their news, state of professional tennis, & how the WTA can grow and exalt their talented collection of players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season 2 Episode 3: Seal On The Art of Performing, and The Beautiful Game of Tennis (Part 2)

In the second of a two-part interview, Seal joins Azarenka to discuss the burning desire he has for performing, how the changes in the music industry have impacted his creative process, and the admiration he has for tennis. Seal details his love for playing the sport as well, and why the focus it requires is much needed in his own life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices