Nothing Major
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Join former American tennis stars Sam Querrey, John Isner, Steve Johnson, and Jack Sock as they hope to serve up more laughs than Grand Slam titles in a brand new podcast "Nothing Major".
Expect untold tales, a behind the scenes look at life on tour, and relentless banter that only comes from guys who've seen it all (except that elusive major win).
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02/21/25 • 50 min
In this week's episode, Jack, John, Sam and Steve weigh in on tennis' biggest headlines! With Jannik Sinner’s three-month suspension sparking debate throughout the sport, the U.S. Open is shaking up mixed doubles, ditching the traditional format for a high-stakes, 16-team showdown with a million-dollar prize.
The boys chat about tennis’ newest rising star, João Fonseca, who just became the youngest South American ATP champ since 2001. They also give a shoutout to John’s favorite doubles partner, Diego Schwartzman, who got a well-deserved farewell in Buenos Aires.
And finally, Tommy Paul steps into the Hot Seat in the Part 2 of his guest appareance. From his biggest wins to the matches he’d take back, Tommy breaks it all down, including the one shot he’d steal from the Nothing Major crew (spoiler: it’s not John’s return game).
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01/31/25 • 53 min
WTA former World No. 2 and three-time major finalist Ons Jabeur joins this week's episode! Ons opens up about the unique challenges of growing up playing tennis in Tunisia, balancing her career with her personal life and the pressure of chasing that elusive major.
Ons is quizzed on the working dynamic of having her spouse in her team, the mental battle of playing in Slam finals, and whether she thinks she has the best dropshot in tennis...
Plus Jack, John, Sam and Steve get into a heated debate about the best and worst airports in the world, the weird February stretch of the tennis calendar, and the top journeymen in ATP history.
(00:00) Intro
(00:24) Nothing Major is back!
(01:08) What is the best airport in America?
(03:32) The worst airport in the world: Atlanta
(05:30) Did John like Davis Cup Week after the Australian Open?
(07:08) Playing tournaments in the US after the AO
(11:48) Welcome, Ons Jabeur!
(12:21) How is it to grow up in Tunisia aiming to be a tennis player?
(14:50) Jabeur’s tennis style. Has she a better drop shot than Alcaraz?
(16:30) Karim Kamoun, her husband and coach
(19:00) Motherhood and tennis
(21:40) Which Grand Slam final was she closer to win?
(22:50) The pressure difference between a Major final and other events
(26:00) What is her favourite part of the WTA Tour?
(26:35) Ons’ favourite tournaments
(27:32) Best friends on tour
(28:07) Get in the Top 5 or stay in the Top 5: what is tougher?
(28:40) Takes on Sabalenka, Swiatek, Gauff and Andreeva
(31:55) Random questions for Ons
(34:00) Jabeur’s platform as a Tennis Commissioner
(36:40) Build a perfect player with NMP games
(38:38) Dealing with the betting system
(40:37) Fan questions: Who is your daddy in tennis?
(45:52) Pre-game rituals from players
(51:00) Final trivia question
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08/16/24 • 37 min
Former World No. 5 and Wimbledon finalist Eugenie Bouchard joins this week's podcast! Genie opens up about the social media hate and media pressure she's faced throughout her career, before ranking Jack, Steve, Sam, and John's style and pickleball and accusing Sam of Instagram clout chasing with his viral bikini post. The boys also debate the best and worst dining options on tour and respond to some of your US Open hot takes.
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00:00) Intro
(00:37) Best and worst food in US tournaments
(01:07) The dinner story
(02:06) Sam’s off-registry gifts
(02:52) The Ribs Discussion
(03:39) Publix has the best sandwiches
(04:49) Newport player experience
(07:18) The Carraba’s Gift Card
(07:46) John’s Lucky Twin Bed in 2013 Cincy
(08:41) Low Expectations = The Secret
(10:35) Introducing Genie Bouchard
(10:57) The question Genie NEVER was asked before
(11:51) Uncovering of Superbowl bet
(16:25) Online attention
(17:31) Dealing with online hate
(18:43) Being forced to face critics
(19:38) Regrets on her career
(20:28) The highs and lows of tennis
(21:55) Playing at home
(23:22) Bests and Worsts Game
(25:09) Sam x Genie Bikini Photos
(27:49) Steve challenges Sam in pickleball
(31:08) John... the best godfather?
(32:35) US Open Hot Takes
(36:58) Outro
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2025 Australian Open: Madison Keys & Jannik Sinner Finals Reaction | Something Major | EP 33
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01/26/25 • 43 min
The 2025 Australian Open has wrapped, and we’re putting a bow on two week of Something Major with our Finals reaction. The boys discuss Madison Keys finally claiming her first Grand Slam title in an unforgettable final, ending a decade-long wait in spectacular fashion, and personal stories about the AO women's champ. On the men’s side, we reflect on Jannik Sinner's continued reign of dominance, clinching back-to-back Aussie Open titles, and debate what's next for Alexander Zverev.
But it’s not all about the Finals. The Snake Draft chaos comes to a head, Sam and Stevie gear up for a hilarious pickleball showdown, and fan-submitted questions take us on a few entertaining detours.
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03/10/25 • 30 min
Indian Wells is delivering pure chaos, and Jack, John, Sam and Steve are here to break it all down! With Zverev and Djokovic both crashing out early, what does this mean for the rest of the draw? The boys debate whether Novak’s slump is just a blip or something bigger....
The crew take a hard look at their own terrible predictions (spoiler: they were WAY off) before debuting a brand new segment, ‘Gossip Corner’, diving into the juiciest off-court drama, from Ben Shelton’s online flirting to the biggest celebrity sightings at the tournament.
(00:00) Welcome to the Show!
(01:25) Upsets Galore: Zverev’s Early Exit
(03:40) Bouncing Back: How to Overcome a Rough Patch
(07:43) What’s Up with Novak?
(13:38) Watanuki Stuns Tiafoe
(16:16) Notable Results from the Day
(17:25) Revisiting Our Predictions
(22:22) New Segment: Gossip Corner
(27:37) The Hottie Trophy Hunt: Tracking Down Berrettini
(28:33) Who Takes the Title? Final Predictions
(29:32) Wrapping Up – See You Next Time!
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03/14/25 • 33 min
Jack, John, Sam, and Stevie are back for another Nothing Major mailbag episode, answering all of your Indian Wells questions. The boys discuss the best and worst parts of Indian Wells, from top hotels for celeb sightings, to how players actually pick their doubles partners.
John breaks down his impressive run to the final, including a massive upset over Novak Djokovic. Jack shares how he once asked Roger Federer to team up (spoiler: it didn’t happen), while Rafael Nadal actually invited him to play!
Plus, the guys swap horror stories from their worst doubles experiences and reveal which A-listers actually show up to watch the tennis.
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(00:00) Welcome to the show
(01:40) Coachella tennis edition
(04:03) Best Indian Wells memories
(05:08) Facing Federer and Nadal in finals
(07:52) Playing doubles at Indian Wells
(09:50) Why is only one Top 10 player in doubles?
(11:55) Inviting Roger and Rafa to play doubles
(13:21) Worst doubles partnerships?
(15:44) Indian Wells fan questions
(17:10) Sharing a golf cart with your opponent
(18:35) How do players choose practice partners?
(21:39) Rafa’s practice tactics
(24:13) Celebrities at Indian Wells
(26:32) Shirtless practice: Heat or just for the looks?
(27:02) Olympics in Indian Wells?
(28:01) Autographs and selfie stories
(29:52) Day vs. night matches at Indian Wells
(31:58) Trolling Sam
(32:37) Goodbye!
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11/15/24 • 46 min
With the ATP Finals underway, Jack, John, Steve, and Sam discuss the end-of-year tournament featuring the top 8 men’s players in the world and review this year’s finalists.
Jack and John reflect on their personal experiences playing in the prestigious event, while Sam shares what it’s like to be an alternate at one of tennis’s biggest stages.
The crew dive into some early predictions for 2025, quiz Jack on the numerous times he’s struck an opponent with his forehand, and decide to debate the best cereals on the market.
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(00:00) Trailer
(00:35) Intro
(00:56) Catching Up
(04:15) Breakfast Debate
(10:16) Securing a Spot at the ATP Finals
(13:29) ATP Bonus Pool Breakdown
(15:03) Best Weapon in the Field
(16:10) Biggest Surprise
(17:05) Most Improved Player
(19:21) Sinner Testing New Racquets
(21:19) Dream Slam to Win
(23:11) Jack’s Slam Titles Journey
(24:06) Buying Stocks for 2025
(26:45) Hot Take: Sam Selling Alcaraz
(28:03) ATP Finals Player Experience & Insights
(29:50) John’s Great Escape Call-Out
(32:41) Do Alternates Even Practice?
(33:46) Jack’s ATP Finals Runs
(39:02) Hitting Opponents: Doubles Drama
(42:02) John Replacing Rafa?
(44:09) Outro
(44:49) Random Player(s) of the Week
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10/18/24 • 56 min
With the news of Rafael Nadal's retirement, Jack, Sam, Stevie, and John reflect on the Spaniard's incredible legacy and share their memories on what it's like facing off against one of the GOATs.
The boys welcome fellow non-major winner, World No. 8 and 3-time Grand Slam finalist Casper Ruud to the podcast. Casper discusses competing for a spot in this year's ATP Finals, playing against Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal in Grand Slam finals and THAT Netflix moment in the French Open tunnel. The boys quiz him on his Norwegian celebrity status, rate his favorite American fast food spots, and and hear why he’s glad he never became World No. 1, despite being just one point away.
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08/23/24 • 42 min
In our first of three US Open themed episodes, Jack, Sam, Stevie and John share their personal experience of handling the pressure of the US Open as Americans. The boys reflect on the chaos around the slam, including the annoying media obligations before attempting to guess some of their past press conference quotes. And Jack finally tells the story of how he lost to a real estate agent in Delray Beach.
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(00:00) Intro
(00:26) Pressure going into US Open
(02:26) Jack’s collapse experience
(04:10) Expectation on US players
(05:30) Sam had the best schedules
(06:15) Being a favorite vs. underdog
(07:34) Players don’t look at draws?
(09:54) Funny draw stories
(11:05) Pre-US Open obligations
(14:15) Craziest week of the year
(16:16) Steve’s brutal autograph session
(17:22) Humiliating Netflix Slam auction
(19:22) Facing Andre Agassi
(22:10) Andre judging John’s return
(23:07) Takes on Media Day
(25:04) US Open Kids Day
(27:08) Who Said It? Game
(29:05) The quote nobody got right
(29:50) Stealing Wimbledon towels
(31:45) “You’re a jock-sniffer!”
(33:20) The WWE Controversy
(35:47) Fan Questions
(36:00) How Jack lost to a real estate guy
(39:20) First Stupid Purchase
(41:31) Outro
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12/20/24 • 54 min
Sam, Jack, John, and Stevie get into the spirit in this week’s holiday special!
The boys are feeling festive as they exchange and unwrap their Secret Santa gifts from one another. Can they figure out who gave what?
With Santa's big day just around the corner, it's time for a debate on who belongs on tennis' Naughty and Nice lists, including a famously “nice guy” who ends up on the receiving end of some metaphorical coal after a meltdown that had Stevie grinning.
With the festivities behind them, the gang then dives into an offseason themed Mailbag answering audience questions on how they prepared during their own winter breaks, dealing with out of competition drug testing and the keys to a successful offseason.
Finally, Sam puts Stevie, Jack, and John’s tennis knowledge to the test with a new segment to finish the show.
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(00:00) Intro
(00:30) Welcome to Nothing Major Podcast
(00:48) Secret Santa
(01:30) John’s useful gift
(03:00) Sam’s delicious gift
(04:50) Steve’s prank gift
(06:30) Jack’s warm gift
(07:37) Guessing Secret Santa
(12:26) Naughty and Nice List: ATP edition
(18:35) Fan Questions: Off-season
(18:50) Takes on Off-Season
(21:12) Steve’s November routine
(22:40) Sam as a track athlete
(24:14) Off-season practice matches
(26:21) Do players want a longer off-season?
(29:38) Off-Season Doping tests
(34:29) Coffee Day with the Big 3
(35:32) Technical changes during the off-season
(38:05) What things do tennis players experiment with?
(41:23) Why did Isner never try a new racket?
(42:20) ATP Awards Recap
(48:00) Vegas Draft's Result
(49:15) Tennis Commissioner’s Recap
(50:38) New Segment: Tennis Trivia
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FAQ
How many episodes does Nothing Major have?
Nothing Major currently has 47 episodes available.
What topics does Nothing Major cover?
The podcast is about News, Podcasts, Sports, Tennis and Sports News.
What is the most popular episode on Nothing Major?
The episode title 'Get ready for the Nothing Major podcast!' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Nothing Major?
The average episode length on Nothing Major is 42 minutes.
How often are episodes of Nothing Major released?
Episodes of Nothing Major are typically released every 6 days, 22 hours.
When was the first episode of Nothing Major?
The first episode of Nothing Major was released on Jul 11, 2024.
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