Tennis is one of my favorite sports. And, I enjoy the women's game much more than men's tennis. Why? Who wants to see 40 aces in a game? It's like watching teams strike out in baseball. I like the ball in play in any sport. Sports means action. Even Curling has action. In golf, there should be a shot clock. Stop throwing grass in the air and just hit the ball!
Anyway, I'm excited about a new Sports podcast, What’s The Call?, which is gaining attention ahead of International Women’s Day for its female-led analysis of tennis.
Covering major tennis and sporting events across the world from a female perspective often missing in mainstream media, the show is hosted by Theodora Petalas, a London-based sports and entertainment strategy consultant, and Andrea Jimenez, who is completing her PhD in psychology. The show brings together two life-long sports fans with industry expertise, psychological insight, and authentic enthusiasm for one of the most watched sports.
Each week, the pair unpacks the biggest stories in tennis - from the Australian Open to predictions for the rest of the season, the hosts follow tournaments and players both on and off court to keep listeners informed. Bringing sharp insight and honest opinions, guests range from sports journalist Tamara Prenn discussing post-match drama at the Australian Open, to one of the biggest names in tennis, Stefanos Tsitsipas, on his pre-game rituals and re-discovering the joy of competing.
As International Women’s Day approaches, What’s The Call? is a standout example of female-led sports podcasting. Theodora Petalas and Andrea Jimenez reflect on how tennis is discussed, and why tone, access and perspective matter. They explore how commentary shapes the way fans experience the game, and how analysis can be sharp without being intimidating. As sports media continues to evolve, Theodora and Andrea discuss why making space for different perspectives strengthens the game.
What’s The Call? received significant media attention, notably for its episode where Greek tennis player and former World #3, Stefanos Tsitsipas, was interviewed about his reflections on the Australian Open as well as behind the scenes tour gossip, including when he had dinner with Novak Djokovic. Social media also picked up on the hosts’ commentary on whether Jannik Sinner “needs a stylist” with the moment gaining viral traction across platforms.
Andrea Jimenez is completing her PhD in psychology and is a long-time sports fan. As co-host of What’s the Call?, she combines her sports knowledge with a psychological perspective, drawing on everything surrounding sport, from mindset and pressure to pop culture, to invite more people into the exciting world of sports.
Each week, the co-hosts unpack the biggest stories in tennis and major sporting events - from Grand Slam drama to off-court narratives shaping the world of sports. Blending their passion for sports, their psychological perspective and cultural context, they cut through the noise to give their takes on what matters, why it matters, and how it actually feels.
The show began in January and has already sparked debate. In a recent episode, the co-hosts discussed Naomi Osaka, who posted what felt like a very direct (and very viral) response: “who gave them a microphone?” after the duo discussed her match and the grunting debate. The co-hosts 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.
What’s the Call? is that it is designed to be welcoming rather than intimidating. No Stephen A. Smith screaming, or Skip Bayless ginning up fake controversy.
What’s the Call? brings honest opinions, lighthearted humor and a female-forward voice to a space that doesn’t always make room for it.
As the co-hosts exclaim:"No gatekeeping. No yelling. Just sports explained."
Comments
Post a Comment
Thank You for your input and feedback. If you requested a response, we will do so as soon as possible.