Get a Grip

Ash Williams and David Zita

Ash Williams is a comedian. He's also a tennis savant. He's joined by journalist David Zita to discuss all things tennis. The ins, the outs and the foot faults of the game.

Ash Tennis Podcast is part of The Bad Producer Podcast Network.

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100 episodes
Updated July 13
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January 20 · 36 min
Aus Open's Crowd Problem & Day 2 Review
Ash and David record from the GOAT Soap set, chatting about the issues for people attending the Aus Open, Alexei Popyrin's five-set loss, Jannik Sinner's horrible outfit and more. Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod and GOAT Soap @goatsoapau to see how you can win a heap of prizes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
January 19 · 27 min
Day 1 Aus Open Review & another GOAT en route
Ash and David record from the GOAT Soap set, chatting about the huge crowd for day one of the Australian Open, unpacking a star's upcoming trip to Australia, discussing Thanasi Kokkinakis' sponsorship opportunities and a lot more. Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod and GOAT Soap @goatsoapau to see how you can win a heap of prizes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
January 18 · 38 min
GOAT Debate, Day 1 of Aus Open and more
Ash and David record from the GOAT Soap set, reviewing the legends exhibition match, discussing unfulfilled potential and looking ahead to Australian Open action. Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod and GOAT Soap @goatsoapau to see how you can win a heap of prizes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
January 15 · 33 min
Australian Open Draw Preview
Ash and David record from the new GOAT Soap set, reviewing the One Point Slam and previewing the Australian Open draw. Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
January 11 · 32 min
Get A Grip is BACK for the Summer of Tennis
The Get A Grip Tennis podcast returns to discuss the Summer of Tennis so far and preview the Australian Open! Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 9, 2025 · 18 min
US Open Recap
The Get A Grip Tennis podcast recaps the finals of the US Open. Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 14, 2025 · 28 min
Wimbledon Recap ft. David's Car
The Get A Grip Tennis podcast recaps the finals of Wimbledon. Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 7, 2025 · 27 min
French Open Finals Preview
The Get A Grip Tennis podcast recaps the semi finals of the French Open. Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 31, 2025 · 20 min
French Open Week 1 Review
The Get A Grip Tennis podcast returns to recap the first week of the French Open, as well as some other tennis news Ash and David missed in the last few months. Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 27, 2025 · 21 min
Australian Open Wrap Up & Prize Winners
The Get A Grip Tennis podcast's final Australian Open episode for 2025. Today, Ash and David recap the Australian Open, announce two prize winners and look ahead to what's next. Get A Grip was brought to you by GOAT Soap for the Australian Open. Get your GOAT on! Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 26, 2025 · 22 min
Aus Open Men's Final Review
The Get A Grip Tennis podcast is back! Join comedian, Ash Williams and sports journalist, David Zita for tennis done differently. Today, Ash and David recorded a live episode minutes after the Australian Open men's singles final. Get A Grip is brought to you by GOAT Soap for the Australian Open. Get your GOAT on! Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 25, 2025 · 24 min
Aus Open Women's Final Review
The Get A Grip Tennis podcast is back! Join comedian, Ash Williams and sports journalist, David Zita for tennis done differently. Today, Ash and David recorded a live episode minutes after the Australian Open women's singles final. Get A Grip is brought to you by GOAT Soap for the Australian Open. Get your GOAT on! Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 24, 2025 · 22 min
Novak Djokovic OUT of the Australian Open
The Get A Grip Tennis podcast is back! Join comedian, Ash Williams and sports journalist, David Zita for tennis done differently. Today, Ash and David reacted to Novak Djokovic's retirement at the Aus Open. Get A Grip is brought to you by GOAT Soap for the Australian Open. Get your GOAT on! Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 23, 2025 · 31 min
Coach Interview: Alex De Minaur's coach, Matt Reid.
Ash and David catch up with Alex De Minaur's coach, Matt Reid. This episode was recorded the day after Alex's quarter final loss to Jannick Sinner. Matt shares the behind the scenes of Alex's career, approach and what's next. Including his thoughts on the Australian Open and professional tennis holistically. We hope you enjoy this episode. Get A Grip is brought to you by GOAT Soap for the Australian Open. Get your GOAT on! Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 23, 2025 · 10 min
Alex de Minaur's loss to Jannik Sinner & Listener Feedback
The Get A Grip Tennis podcast is back! Join comedian, Ash Williams and sports journalist, David Zita for tennis done differently. Today, Ash and David talk through Alex de Minaur's loss to Jannik Sinner, as well as attempt a poor radio throw. Get A Grip is brought to you by GOAT Soap for the Australian Open. Get your GOAT on! Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 22, 2025 · 18 min
Djokovic Alcaraz Reaction & Aus Open Day 11 (In a Giant Deck Chair)
The Get A Grip Tennis podcast is back! Join comedian, Ash Williams and sports journalist, David Zita for tennis done differently. Today, Ash and David talk through Novak Djokovic's incredible win over Carlos Alcaraz and recap Day 11 from a giant GOAT deck chair. Get A Grip is brought to you by GOAT Soap for the Australian Open. Get your GOAT on! Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 21, 2025 · 20 min
Day 10 Aus Open Review & The Most Bizarre Reference Ever
The Get A Grip Tennis podcast is back! Join comedian, Ash Williams and sports journalist, David Zita for tennis done differently. Today, Ash and David talk through Day 10 of the Australian Open, as well as one of the most niche references ever heard in tennis commentary history. Get A Grip is brought to you by GOAT Soap for the Australian Open. Get your GOAT on! Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 21, 2025 · 29 min
Player Interview: Marc Polmans
The Get A Grip Tennis podcast is back! Join comedian, Ash Williams and sports journalist, David Zita for tennis done differently. Recorded this morning at the Chemist Warehouse live site at Melbourne Park. Ash and David are joined by Australian professional tennis player, Marc Polmans to discuss his career and all things Australian Open. Get A Grip is brought to you by GOAT Soap for the Australian Open. Get your GOAT on! Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 20, 2025 · 29 min
Day 9 Aus Open Review & Djokovic Drama
The Get A Grip Tennis podcast is back! Join comedian, Ash Williams and sports journalist, David Zita for tennis done differently. Today, Ash and David talk through Day 9 of the Australian Open, with Get A Grip is brought to you by GOAT Soap for the Australian Open. Get your GOAT on! Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 19, 2025 · 22 min
Day 8 Aus Open review with added popcorn butter!
The Get A Grip Tennis podcast is back! Join comedian, Ash Williams and sports journalist, David Zita for tennis done differently. Today, Ash and David talk through Day 8 of the Australian Open, as Carlos Alcaraz books his place in the quarter finals. Get A Grip is brought to you by GOAT Soap for the Australian Open. Get your GOAT on! Follow Get A Grip @gagtennispod on Instagram! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.