Bagel Bagel
Bagel Bagel is a podcast for beginner and rec-level tennis players. Hosted by journalist Lia Picard, Bagel Bagel isn't about perfect serves or strategy, it's about the lifestyle, the fashion, the friendships, and, yes, the occasional drama that makes this sport so addictive. Whether you’re just picking up a racket or deep in your 3.0 era, you’ll find yourself right at home here.
Episodes
In this episode, Marina Cooley, a professor at Emory’s Business School and avid hobbyist, reveals how hobbies like tennis can serve as powerful tools for stress relief and personal growth. Through her journey of exploring 17 hobbies in a year, Marina shares insights on embracing persistence over proficiency, de-influencing consumer culture, and finding joy in the process. This episode challenges the modern obsession with productivi...
In today's episode, host Lia Picard dives into the inspiring story of Joy Cho, a Los Angeles-based graphic designer, entrepreneur, author, and passionate tennis player. In this episode, Joy shares her journey from childhood tennis to becoming a dedicated captain of USTA teams, and how tennis has influenced her life and creativity. Whether you're a new player or seasoned enthusiast, listen for insights on balancing competition, comm...
In this episode we hear from Mikey Severson who shares his path from high school tennis and innovative writing to covering college sports and balancing his passions. Discover how his love for tennis, storytelling, and creativity shapes his future goals and daily life. Follow Mikey here and here and check out his articles here. Don't forget to follow the Bagel Bagel Pod!
This week, host Lia Picard chats with Josh Gettler, co-founder of clothing brand Ace the Moon. They talk about how he transitioned from real estate to apparel, what goes into designing and producing cool tennis apparel in Los Angeles, his love of vintage tennis gear, and bagels. Lia also shares an "unforced error." Visit Ace the Moon's website and Instagram. Follow Bagel Bagel, too!
In this episode, host Lia Picard chats with Melany Robinson, founder of Sprouthouse, a PR agency, about how her love of tennis influences her leadership style. Melany shares her journey from childhood tennis champion to a dedicated adult player, highlighting lessons learned on and off the court.
Notable links: Melany's cute sweatshirt
Melany's recommended tennis travel bag
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Today we chat with Dr. Keshia Green, a former special education teacher turned content creator and passionate tennis player. In this episode, Keshia shares her inspiring journey of starting tennis in her thirties, balancing competitive play and fun, and how her professional background influences her creative content. Whether you're into tennis, education, or personal growth, there's something here for everyone. Follow Dr. Keshia G...
Welcome back to season 2 of Bagel Bagel! In this first episode, host Lia Picard chats with Damla Dogan of the Instagram account Racquet Therapy. They discuss how Damla found her way back to tennis, why it's important for moms to have hobbies, and Damla's knack for tennis fashion. Follow Damla on Instagram. Follow the Bagel Bagel Pod on Instagram.
In this surprise episode, Lia pops by to give listeners a preview of season 2 (which drops Thursday, February 5) and a rec tennis update. It's short and sweet. Follow the Bagel Bagel Pod on Insta!
It's the season one finale of Bagel Bagel, and to wrap things up Lia chats with her friend and fellow journalist, Allison Ramirez. Allison doesn't play tennis (...yet), but was happy to dive into what drew Lia to the sport and what listeners can expect for future episodes of Bagel Bagel. The podcast will return in a few weeks, but for now, follow along on Instagram.
Links:
the Vogue essay
Allison Ramirez's Instagram
It's the first Bagel Bagel of 2026 -- welcome! It's a short and sweet episode in which host Lia Picard shares her tennis resolutions, as well as the resolutions of listeners, for the year ahead. Have a great first week of the year!
Happy holidays! In case you're traveling this week or new to Bagel Bagel, here's a re-run of Bagel Bagel's first interview: Faren Wise of Hot Mess Tennis. We hope you're enjoying the holiday season however you spend it (hopefully there's lots of tennis).
In this episode, Lia chats with Jane Forman, of the Jane Forman Tennis Academy, about her journey from professional tennis player to coach. They discuss the mental challenges of tennis, what makes the sport so irresistible, and her unique teaching style.
Links:
The Jane Forman Tennis Academy (and Experience) League Queens - with Jane Forman and Kim Wojnowich
In this episode, Lia talks with Shawanda Mason, co-founder of the Chattery, a non-profit in Chattanooga that promotes adult education outside of a traditional school setting. They discuss Shawanda's journey back to tennis, the importance of having hobbies as adults, and the joy of "unserious" tennis happy hours.
Some links from the conversation:
Check out the Chattery in Chattanooga
In this episode, Sam McCoy shares the humorous and unexpected journey of creating "Carpools and Country Clubs," a social media account that started as a joke among friends and grew into a popular platform. The conversation delves into the cultural nuances of tennis, the camaraderie it fosters, and the relatable experiences of adult life that resonate with a broad audience. Sam also discusses the challenges and joys of balancing per...
Happy Thanksgiving! To keep it short and sweet on this holiday, host Lia Picard chats with her tennis inspiration, her husband. Find out why he got into tennis and why he believed Lia could do it, too.
In this episode of Bagel Bagel, Lia sits down with Christine Santos—coffee shop owner, entrepreneur, and one-time singles opponent turned friend. They talk about the unexpected human connections that unfold on the court, how tennis has shaped Christine’s personal and professional life, and why the sport continues to anchor her through the chaos of business ownership. It’s a conversation about friendship, community, and the way tenn...
Welcome to Bagel Bagel! In our first episode, we chat with Faren Wise of the hilariously relatable Instagram account Hot Mess Tennis and what it means to be a beginner adult tennis player.
Welcome to Bagel Bagel! New episodes drop every Thursday (beginning 11/13). Like and subscribe for updates. Follow @thebagelbagelpod on Instagram for more info and behind the scenes fun.
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