How many kidneys does it take to book a court?

How many kidneys does it take to book a court?

Author: Questionable Calls March 11, 2025 Duration: 47:12

The band is complete! David, Adam, and Rishi are here to talk about the costs of the tennis lifestyle. From strings to shoes to court reservations, and the cost of everyone’s favorite fuzzy yellow balls.


Ever find yourself replaying a point in your head long after you've left the court, or debating string tension with a friend over a post-match drink? That's the spirit of Questionable Calls-The Tennis Lifestyle Podcast. Hosted by Seattle-based players David Leong, Rishi Tekriwal, and Adam Zhu-often joined by other friends from the tennis community-this conversation feels like hanging out in the clubhouse. The discussion ranges widely, from deep dives into ATP and WTA tournament drama to the very relatable minutiae of recreational play: that unforgettable match you still analyze, the eternal search for perfect gear, obscure trivia, and tactical debates for the weekend warrior. At its heart, this podcast is grounded in the everyday experience of loving the sport, acknowledging that not every take will be a crowd-pleaser. You're just as likely to hear a passionate defense of a particular racket as you are a heated discussion about a controversial line call from a local league match. It’s for anyone who lives and breathes tennis beyond the grand slams, where the lifestyle is just as important as the score. Tune in for authentic, often humorous, and always passionate conversations that capture why, for so many, tennis truly is life.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 45

Questionable Calls - The Tennis Lifestyle Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Bonus Episode: Bay Club Brawl [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:43
On this bonus episode, David chop it up with a friend of the pod. @samir_ingle
Tennis Tales from the Bay Area: A Journey to the French Open [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:42
Rishi and David swap tennis stories, from courtside at the French Open to battling wind at Bay area tennis courts. They dive into Parisian culture, food, and language, then wrap up with Rome results and a review of King…
"Weakness does not exist in my dojo" - Insert tears from Adam [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:03
On this week's episode, we catch up on our tennis matches, training sessions, and fitness journey. We are joined by another friend of the pod, Jesus. Part fitness trainer, part tennis player, all holy in everything gym r…
Mental Gymnastics, Clay Drama, Can Adam pronounce Stuttgart? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:24
This week, The Gang serves up a lively tennis recap! David dives deep into the psychology of the game, exploring strategies for playing when your opponent seems to have checked out, and debating the sting of losing big v…
All of us are losers. Did Rishi turn to the dark side? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:51
From practice matches to official USTA battles, we break down who we played, how we felt, and the ups and downs of our performances. Join us as we venture into tennis taboo territory. We're gonna throw everything at you,…
Can PTPA drain the swamp? We get some help to answer that question [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:47
This week, we’re excited to welcome special guest Naveen to the pod! Together, we dive into the PTPA lawsuit that is shaking up the tennis world. We also break down predictions for the Miami Open, exploring surprise dark…
Tennis Origins [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:33
On this episode, we dive into our personal journeys with tennis—starting from humble beginnings with Goodwill rackets to playing on the vibrant streets of San Francisco. Join us as we reminisce about our first swings, th…