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Serving It Up

Serving It Up

By Serving It Up

Bonded through their love for the game and their mutual standom for Venus and Serena Williams, tennis freaks Michael and AJ talk all things dealing with the sport. The results, the gossip, the drama, and the double faults. Join them every week as they serve up tennis tea and social shade. This Southern/Caribbean duo cover everything you need to know on the court, between the ears, and beyond the baseline.
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Category Is: Wildcards

Serving It UpApr 13, 2021

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Category Is: Wildcards

Category Is: Wildcards

Technical issues tried to keep us down but we are back, back, black at it again. This week, we're bringing you an entire episode of hot topics. 


Drink of the Episode - Orange Flavored Champagne 


Coco's Elevator Situation  - https://www.insider.com/coco-gauff-stuck-in-elevator-tiktok-video-2021-4

Venus on The Racquet Magazine Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/venus-williams/id1393881115?i=1000516493342

Sharma Wrong Score Debacle  - https://bit.ly/3dezdNu

Apr 13, 202138:04
Women Are Warriors

Women Are Warriors

Women's History Month is coming to a close and we wanted to take a moment to share our admiration. 


Venus on James Cordon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Piq7Yn687g

Privilege Tax:  https://elevenbyvenuswilliams.com/pages/privilege-tax

Twitter Thread: https://twitter.com/Serving_It_Up/status/1376507702571102210?s=20

Mar 31, 202101:01:03
Category Is: Miami Open Realness

Category Is: Miami Open Realness

Welcome to Miami - 2 yrs later, the tournament is back on and not without drama or withdrawals. 

We've got you covered. 

Drink of the episode: 

-1 & 1/4 oz vodka
-3 oz cranberry juice
-1/2 oz raspberry liquor
-Ice
-Fruit of your liking 

Mar 30, 202153:11
A Few Quick Things

A Few Quick Things

A heartwarming viral moment brought to you by Serena & Olympia. Another record broken by Djokovic and the return of Federer.

Mar 11, 202145:02
Aussie Aussie Aussie

Aussie Aussie Aussie

Happy Black History Month! The first grand slam of the year did not disappoint. The 2021 Australian Open gave and gave and gave some more. The dynamic duo discusses the fashions, the drama, and of course the tennis. Grab your drink (see below), settle in, and let's talk. 


Drink of Episode: Because I'm Happy

-1 part vodka

-2 parts Simply Life Raspberry Lemonade

-splash of ginger ale 

Feb 23, 202101:07:46
AO 2021: Wakanda Edition

AO 2021: Wakanda Edition

Black History Month and the start of the 2021 Australian Open - what more can we ask for?!? The dynamic runs down some of the Wakandans in the draw and give our predictions on who we think will take home the title. 

Drink of Episode: Yellow Tail Cabernet Sauvignon

Svitolina Kit TikTok: https://twitter.com/ElinaSvitolina/status/1357963252580294656?s=20

Feb 09, 202101:08:14
Good Riddance to Bad Rubbish

Good Riddance to Bad Rubbish

A new year, same shenanigans. 

The start of the 2021 tennis season continues to bring the drama. Mandated quarantines, unchecked privilege, and The Bayanng.  - Michael & Aj wade through it all. 


Drink of Episode

-1 part Jack Daniel Tennessee Whiskey
-1 part sweet and sour mix
-1 party triple sec
-2 parts Coca Cola or Pepsi

Jan 26, 202146:02
Back At It Again - 2020 Review

Back At It Again - 2020 Review

Our top tennis moments from 2020. 


Drink of Episode:

Sex on Beach 

  • 1 shot of vodka
  • 1 shot peach schnapps
  • Cranberry & Grapefruit juice to taste
Jan 14, 202154:41
Fall Frenzy

Fall Frenzy

Kyrigos in another beef. Clijsters may have a familiar face as a coach. Murray back in the winners circle. All that was in first segment alone. WTA Finals, Basel, and a whole bunch more.
Oct 29, 201958:25
Cuckoo for Coco

Cuckoo for Coco

Coco Guaff adds to her breakout year with her first WTA Singles title. The Next Gen makes their presence known at the Shanghai Master.
Oct 14, 201901:08:05
Zetus Lapetus

Zetus Lapetus

Another week of tennis tea, tips, and talk. Wuhan, Beijing, Laver Cup and more - we got you covered.
Sep 29, 201946:19
The Doors Are Open

The Doors Are Open

Familiar faces are coming back to the WTA Tour. Osaka has a lot going on. The US Open finals left us with some things to consider.
Sep 15, 201901:04:22
Quick Hit: US Open - 1st Round

Quick Hit: US Open - 1st Round

An overview of the first round action at the US Open 2019.
Aug 28, 201914:52
Try Again

Try Again

The tennis summer hardcourt season was a hot one indeed. Plus, we preview the 2019 US Open.
Aug 25, 201952:54
Wimbledon Wrap Up: Finals Weekend

Wimbledon Wrap Up: Finals Weekend

Jul 14, 201939:12
Wimbledon Wrap Up: Gentlemen's Semi-Finals

Wimbledon Wrap Up: Gentlemen's Semi-Finals

2 of the Big 3 are left. How did they get here? We recap the Gentlemen's Semi-Finals at SW19.
Jul 12, 201917:29
Wimbledon Wrap Up: Ladies Semi-Finals

Wimbledon Wrap Up: Ladies Semi-Finals

SW19 Ladies Final is set. The road to get here was what we expected but who will walk away with the title?
Jul 11, 201917:31
Wimbledon Wrap Up: Men's Quarter-finals

Wimbledon Wrap Up: Men's Quarter-finals

The Big 3 handled their business today.
Jul 10, 201917:19
Wimbledon Wrap Up: Ladies Quater-finals

Wimbledon Wrap Up: Ladies Quater-finals

And then there were 4. Ladies quarters action at SW19.
Jul 09, 201916:15
Wimbledon Wrap Up: Round of 16

Wimbledon Wrap Up: Round of 16

It's just another manic Monday.
Jul 08, 201916:29
Wimbledon Wrap Up: Round 3

Wimbledon Wrap Up: Round 3

SW19 Week 1 in the books. Round 3 was full of drama.
Jul 06, 201917:56
Wimbledon Wrap Up: Round 2

Wimbledon Wrap Up: Round 2

Wimbledon has depleted us.
Jul 04, 201916:23
Wimbledon Wrap Up: Round 1

Wimbledon Wrap Up: Round 1

Whew chile...Michael and Aj fly through some of the chaos that was the 1st Round of Wimbledon 2019.
Jul 02, 201915:44
The Grass is Always Greener

The Grass is Always Greener

The grass court season is in full swing and its been a little lit. Let's get into it.
Jun 25, 201953:13
French Open 2019 - Whew Chile

French Open 2019 - Whew Chile

French Open 2019 did not disappoint. Some things we expected, a lot we did not. We wade through the treasures and trudge through the trash.
Jun 11, 201901:07:32
Parlez Vous French Open (ft. Eric Emmanuel)

Parlez Vous French Open (ft. Eric Emmanuel)

The second major of the year is upon us. What will the French Open gives us in 2019? Special guest and loyal listener Eric Emmanuel joins us to discuss both draws and our top picks for who will reign supreme this year on the terre battue.
May 25, 201901:01:16
Open Court

Open Court

Madrid, Rome, the French...clay court season providing some quality tennis. Plus, older players playing longer...why is that?
May 13, 201950:53
Changing of the Guard

Changing of the Guard

Out with the old, in with the new. Fed Cup and the start of the clay court season are on our minds. Will there be a new king of clay? Also, on-court coaching...is it good for the sport or nah?
Apr 29, 201947:02
#TennisTalk

#TennisTalk

Sloane is fed up with losing. Both tours seem to be missing a dominant player. The ranking system is jacked up.  Sloane is tired of fu**ing losing: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bv3lWVzlkMb/?utm_source=ig_share_sheet&igshid=1x5b0zo5wyu5k
Apr 15, 201901:04:25
Welcome to Miami

Welcome to Miami

We're back with a round up of all things Miami 2019!
Apr 01, 201956:09
The Category Is: Shambles

The Category Is: Shambles

Technical difficulities tried to keep us down but we did our best to rise above. Wimbledon Round 2 wrap up in your ear. Enjoy.
Jul 06, 201814:29
The Category Is: Upsets

The Category Is: Upsets

Upset on upset on upset...the carnage of Round 1 at Wimbledon.
Jul 04, 201835:15
Wimbledon 2018 Preview

Wimbledon 2018 Preview

We're back with a preview of Wimbledon 2018.
Jul 01, 201859:19
Open de la French: Day 5

Open de la French: Day 5

French Open Day 5: Serena is tested. Nadal continutes to roll. Day 6 presents some interesting match ups.
Jun 01, 201819:32
Open de la French: Day 4

Open de la French: Day 4

Day 4 of the French Open: Dimitrov struggles but wins. Thiem and Tsitsipas got suspended but pose an interesting match up. Venus and Serena made the doubles debut and had us on edge.
May 31, 201820:32
Open de la French: Day 3

Open de la French: Day 3

Day 3 of the French Open: Serena is back on court at a Grand Slam and she did not disappoint. Some other people played too.
May 30, 201821:21
Open de la French

Open de la French

French Open is finally here and its off to a pretty lit start to say the least. Some big upsets in the first round and plenty of other big matches on the way.
May 29, 201824:11
Braids or No Braids

Braids or No Braids

French Open anticipation is building. Pliskova was big mad. Nadal keeps on Nadaling and love her or hate her...Sharapova is good for the game.
May 22, 201853:18
Buckle Up

Buckle Up

Nadal finally loses. Will she or won't she? The saga of Serena and The French Open continues...meanwhile Venus is playing doubles with someone else.
May 14, 201857:11
A Hot Mess

A Hot Mess

Venus made a brief appearance in Madrid. Being Serena was life. Will Nadal continue to dominate? The clay court season is in full swing as we approach the 2nd major of the year.
May 08, 201849:15
We Is Tired

We Is Tired

This week on #ServingItUp Nadal continues to dominate, Pliskova takes her 1st title of the season, Coco should leave the dab alone, and Sharapova crashed out early.
May 01, 201840:51
Who Said That?

Who Said That?

This week on Serving It Up Podcast: Team USA makes FedCup Final, Nadal slays on clay and shades Federer, and we talk epic match points saved. Also check out our new segment, "Who Said That?"
Apr 23, 201801:32:10
The Doors Are Open

The Doors Are Open

Beychella was amazing. Will a 25 second shot clock really work? Being Serena is a must watch. Also, Aj tests Michael's tennis knowledge.
Apr 16, 201856:29
Mind Yo Business

Mind Yo Business

We have an intro, Nadal is back, and Sloane said she's tired. We also talk Volvo Car Open (Family Circle Cup) and put Aj to the test on USTA rules.
Apr 09, 201853:41
Securing the Bag

Securing the Bag

We discuss all things Miami Open 2018.
Apr 05, 201850:01