Best Stokke Podcasts (2024)

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Peter Freeman: How to beat a pusher 34:42

2d ago34:42

34:42

Indian Wells Doubles Camp Dates: March 5th - March 7th Location: Cathedral Canyon Tennis Club Perks: Gift bags from Yonex, Vuori, and other sponsors. Two court side seats to the BNP 1000 night sessions Tennis: 9 hours of tennis over 3 days with 5 coaches for 16 players Price: $2850 OR $2650 for bonus episode subscribers Email me at jonathan@stokket…

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The Case Against School Choice Vouchers 1:03:38

2d ago1:03:38

1:03:38

Drew Perkins talks with Josh Cowen about his book, The Privateers: How Billionaires Created a Culture War and Sold School Vouchers Links & Resources Mentioned In This EpisodeBy ThoughtStretchers Education

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Doubles Positioning Masterclass: Pros & Cons of Different Serve and Return Formations 23:22

18h ago23:22

23:22

Do you use different serve and return formations? You should be! This episode will cover the pros and cons of each formation. When to NOT use regular formation while serving. What is the best formation against BIG returners. When should I play 2-back while returning? This is a preview of my presentation from Tennis Con 8 which goes live today. To w…

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Preparation for university math with Darja Barr and Dan Wolczuk (Ep 35) 1:04:04

7d ago1:04:04

1:04:04

Join Anna Stokke in conversation with two university math instructors, Dr. Darja Barr from the University of Manitoba and Dan Wolczuk from the University of Waterloo. What does it take to succeed in university math? Which topics are most critical for success in university calculus? They cover these questions and more in this episode, which is a mus…

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Grappling With Student Mental Health 44:02

6d ago44:02

44:02

Drew Perkins talks with Karen Foley, President of JPA Chicago, about their work to address student mental health in the Chicago area. Links & Resources Mentioned In This EpisodeBy ThoughtStretchers Education

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Pete Freeman Interview: 8 Doubles Tips from Tennis Con 46:07

7d ago46:07

46:07

Peter Freeman hosts Tennis Con 8 starting next week. It's a free event where some of the best online tennis coaches present on different topics to help you improve your game. I asked Pete to share the best doubles lessons he's learned over the years from Tennis Con. We discuss eight lessons. Gigi Fernandez's 123 Poaching Formula Jorge Capestany's D…

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Lindsey Cormack discusses her new book How to Raise a Citizen (And Why It’s Up to You to Do It) and the importance of parents educating children about our system of government. 35:32

12d ago35:32

35:32

In this episode, host Gene Tavernetti speaks with Dr. Lindsey Cormack, an Associate Professor of Political Science at Stevens Institute of Technology and author of 'How to Raise a Citizen: Why It's Up to You to Do It.' They discuss the importance of teaching civics and politics to children, the challenges teachers face in the current political clim…

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Bob Bryan Interview: Doubles Rule Changes, USA Captain, & The Huckleberry Play 29:58

14d ago29:58

29:58

Bob Bryan is a 23-time doubles grand slam champion (16 men's, 7 mixed), and Captain of the US Olympic and Davis Cup team. Bob and his brother, Mike, known as the Bryan Bros, are widely regarded as the greatest doubles team of all time. In this conversation with Bob, you'll hear us discuss potential rule changes that could help doubles, how he's tra…

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Blake Harvard On What Teachers and Students Need to Know About How We Learn 31:33

14d ago31:33

31:33

In this episode, Gene interviews Blake Harvard, Blake discussed his new book: Do I Have Your Attention: Understanding Memory Constraints and Maximizing Learning and what he teaches his students about learning. 01:36 Festival of Education and Presentation Highlights 06:25 Understanding Memory Constraints 07:45 Strategies for Effective Teaching 09:46…

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Cognitive Load Theory Reframed 1:02:29

15d ago1:02:29

1:02:29

Drew Perkins talks with Oliver Cavigioli about his reframing of Cognitive Load Theory. Links & Resources Mentioned In This EpisodeBy ThoughtStretchers Education

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Bruce Lipka: Teaching technique to support your tactics 34:05

15d ago34:05

34:05

Bruce Lipka joins the podcast for this week's bonus episode. Bruce is a 3-time USPTA coach of the year, has worked with over 20 top 100 WTA/ATP pros, and is currently the head coach of the Penn State men's tennis team. We talk: 1:05 Teaching technique to support tactics 7:26 Finding your optimal tactics 17:13 Fighting resistance with players 20:49 …

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A Libertarian Look At School Choice 1:36:39

22d ago1:36:39

1:36:39

Drew Perkins talks with Neal McCluskey, Director of the Cato Institute's Center for Educational Freedom, about his school choice advocacy. Click To View Links & Resources Mentioned In This EpisodeBy ThoughtStretchers Education

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Episode 200 AMA! Court Position, Lob Wars, Net Play Skills, & More 53:30

20d ago53:30

53:30

We celebrate Episode 200 of the Doubles Only Podcast with a live webinar where I answered your questions. Thanks to everyone who submitted questions and joined live 😀 Topics covered included... Offensive vs defensive court positioning at the net. How to end or win the lob wars. Differences between volleys in singles & doubles. How to best train vol…

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Thinking Out Loud with Zach Groshell 38:18

25d ago38:18

38:18

In the premiere episode of a new segment titled 'Thinking Out Loud,' Zach Groshell and Gene Tavernetti engage in a candid discussion about a recent episode of Progressively Incorrect on Direct Instruction. Thinking Out Loud' will be featured on 'Better Teaching: Only Stuff that Works' and 'Progressively Incorrect' platforms. The conversation covers…

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Expansive DEI And Fostering Intercultural Respect 1:00:55

26d ago1:00:55

1:00:55

Drew Perkins talks with Nayeli Vivanco, Vice President at International House at UC Berkeley, about their approach to promoting respectful discourse and unity. Click To View Links & Resources Mentioned In This EpisodeBy ThoughtStretchers Education

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Transforming education through behaviour science with Kimberly Berens (Ep 34) 1:11:16

28d ago1:11:16

1:11:16

Join Anna Stokke in conversation with Dr. Kimberly Berens in Episode 34 of Chalk & Talk. Kimberly is a behaviour scientist, an author, and the founder of FIT Learning. They discuss the fundamentals of behaviour science, the importance of measurable outcomes, the role of reinforcement, and the application of behaviour science to effective instructio…

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“Don’t call me a instructional coach! I’m an instructional specialist.” Amy Pento describes the difference, and why it was important to her. 42:12

27d ago42:12

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In this episode, Gene Tavernetti interviews Amy Pento, an instructional consultant and former Spanish teacher. Amy shares her experiences and strategies as an instructional specialist and discusses the importance of evidence-based teaching methods, professional relationships, and the challenges and successes in implementing instructional changes in…

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The Most Important Volley in Doubles: Lessons on the Serve +1 28:34

28d ago28:34

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I recently released a 3-part doubles lesson on the most important volley in doubles... the Serve +1 volley. You can watch all 3 lessons below. This episode covers the serve +1 volley in even more detail, including my response to several Facebook and Instagram comments on the lessons. You'll learn how to practice the serve +1 volley, the different t…

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Elevating The Voice Of Principals 36:52

1M ago36:52

36:52

Drew Perkins talks with NASSP Board President, Raquel Martinez, about her work as a principal and newly appointed organizational role. Links & Resources Mentioned In This Episode

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Paul Dietrich Reflects on His First Two Years as an Academic Coach 35:25

1M ago35:25

35:25

In this episode, Gene Tavernetti welcomes Paul Dietrich to the podcast. They discuss Paul's journey from being a teacher to becoming an academic coach at Fairview Middle School, his commitment to educational technology, and the importance of building trust and relationships in coaching. Paul shares insights on working with both new and veteran teac…

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Ellen Perez Interview: Her Story, Lefty Advice, How to Slide, The Doubles Calendar, & More 54:41

1M ago54:41

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Ellen Perez is world number 11 on the WTA Doubles Tour, with seven career titles. In this interview, Ellen shares her tennis journey, WTA doubles serve, return, volley, groundstroke, rankings, and more. Here are a few topics we dive into: Learn the benefits of returning with backhands in the middle, which Ellen and her partner, Nicole Melichar-Mart…

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Nate Lammons: 2024 US Open semifinalist talks returns, reflex volleys and seeing the ball big 34:19

1M ago34:19

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The 20th ranked doubles player on the ATP tour and 2024 US Open semifinalist Nate Lammons joins the podcast. We talk: 2:29 Late bloomer 5:38 Learning from his college coaches 7:31 Staying calm in big situations 11:49 Underdog vs. favorite mentality 13:33 Returning first serves 18:15 Lobbing close net players 20:28 Picking return targets 22:46 Retur…

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Tony Huber Interview: Jumping from 3.0/3.5 to 4.0/4.5, What You Misunderstand About Doubles, Where Club Players Miss 1:02:27

1M ago1:02:27

1:02:27

Tony Huber is the former coach of multiple doubles world #1 players including Liezel Huber, Martina Navratilova, Cara Black, Lisa Raymond, Ai Sugiyama, Latisha Chan, and Sonia Mirza. Today he coaches adult club-level players and I absolutely love his approach to the game. This is one of those conversations that you'll want to listen to multiple tim…

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Education Through the Eyes of a Journalist with Holly Korbey 43:03

2M ago43:03

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In this episode, Gene Tavernetti interviews education journalist and author Holly Korbey. They discuss Holly's journey from theater to journalism, her passion for the science of learning and math, and her insights on education across various regions. The conversation covers the consistency of challenges in teaching, the impact of social media on sc…

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Swinging Volleys, Fake Technique, and How to Improve in Doubles with a Singles Coach 24:07

1M ago24:07

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This is an AMA episode where I cover three questions from you. I chose these doubles topics because they haven't been covered on the podcast before. How to use the swinging volley in doubles. What is the proper technique when faking at the net? How can you improve at doubles when most coaches focus on singles? If you have other questions you'd like…

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Educational leadership: Improving math and literacy with Scott Hill (Ep 33) 1:10:02

2M ago1:10:02

1:10:02

Host Anna Stokke speaks with Scott Hill, Superintendent of Evergreen School Division. They discuss Evergreen's proactive approach to improving education, particularly focusing on mathematics and literacy. Scott shares how his division tackled low math scores by interviewing students, addressing behaviour issues, employing structured instructional m…

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Just Tell Them with Dr. Zach Groshell 41:53

2M ago41:53

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In this episode, Gene Tavernetti interviews Dr. Zach Groshell about his upcoming book and dives into effective teaching strategies. The discussion covers a variety of topics, including the importance of clear and concise explanations, cognitive load theory, the role of learning objectives, and the use of stories and humor in the classroom. They als…

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David Roditi: Head Coach of the National Champion TCU Horned Frogs 27:20

2M ago27:20

27:20

David Roditi joins the podcast to discuss winning the 2024 NCAA D1 Championship. Roditi is a 5-time Big 12 coach of the year, has finished in the top 10 of the ITA rankings ten times, has won two ITA National Indoor Championships, and most recently won the 2024 NCAA Championship. We talk: 2:14 What it's like to win the NCAA championship 5:47 Talkin…

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Fabio Molle Interview: Improve Footwork & Hit a Cleaner Ball with the Functional Tennis Saber 46:56

2M ago46:56

46:56

Fabio Molle is the founder of Functional Tennis, a company that created products to help tennis players improve. Their Saber is one of the only training tools that I use and highly recommend to doubles players. In this episode, Fabio shares the story of the Functional Tennis Saber, how it is made, and why so many pro-level players are using it incl…

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Innovative and Practical Educational Strategies with Dominic Helmstetter 46:11

2M ago46:11

46:11

In this episode, Gene Tavernetti interviews educator and consultant Dominic Helmstetter. Dominic shares his experiences in teaching, administration, and consulting, emphasizing practical strategies, the importance of student relationships, and innovative educational practices. 00:00 Introduction 01:13 Dominic’s Teaching Journey 04:19 Experience as …

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Reduce These Errors, Improve Your Game: The Stokke 6 for Doubles 58:54

2M ago58:54

58:54

For the strategy nerds... Jonathan Stokke joins the show for a second time as we discuss his Stokke Six. What are the Stokke Six? Simply put, they are errors to avoid that will dramatically improve your game. And I mean dramatically. Jonathan and I could talk strategy and tactics for days. He's one of my favorite coaches because of his ability to s…

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Teaching the Language of Math with Dr. Randy Palisoc 27:29

2M ago27:29

27:29

In this episode, Gene Tavernetti speaks with Dr. Randy Palisoc, a passionate educator known for his innovative approach to teaching math. Dr. Palisoc shares his experiences and strategies for making math easy for students, focusing on the importance of understanding math as a language. They discuss Dr. Palisoc's background, including his work at Sy…

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Rick Macci: US Open preview and what you can learn from the top players 31:45

2M ago31:45

31:45

Rick Macci joins the podcast to preview this year's US Open. Rick is a 7-time USPTA national coach of the year and has coached some of the best players in the history of the game, including the Williams sisters and Andy Roddick. We talk: 1:09 What makes Novak so great 3:46 How you can handle pressure more efficiently 6:20 Alcaraz movement 11:28 Fun…

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Identifying and educating advanced students with Jonathan Plucker (Ep 32) 1:03:56

2M ago1:03:56

1:03:56

Math professor Anna Stokke speaks with Dr. Jonathan Plucker, a professor and director of the Education Policy Program at Johns Hopkins University, about advanced education, acceleration and academic streaming. Jonathan discusses the flaws in traditional methods of identifying advanced students and advocates for universal screening to ensure equitab…

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Rajeev Ram & Austin Krajicek on Their Silver Medal Olympic Experience, Beating Nadal & Alcaraz 22:05

2M ago22:05

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🎾🥈 Austin Krajicek and Rajeev Ram won an Olympic Silver medal for Team USA at the 2024 Olympics. I spoke with them a few weeks after the Olympics to hear about their experience in Paris, beating Rafael Nadal & Carlos Alcaraz, working with the Bryan Bros, and more. We talked about how difficult it was to close out their quarterfinal match against Na…

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Tackling Math Education Challenges with Dr. Anna Stokke 39:11

3M ago39:11

39:11

Gene Tavernetti hosts Dr. Anna Stokke, a math professor and educational advocate, discussing math education, her non-profit after school math program, math facts, and the importance of effective teaching methods grounded in rigorous research. 00:00 Introduction 01:30 Anna Stokke's Non-Profit 02:40 Math Facts Controversy 04:07 Starting the After-Sch…

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E5: Perfecting PPX: How to map the modern customer journey with Curt Graff 29:00

3M ago29:00

29:00

In today's episode, we're joined by Curt Graff, SVP at VGM Fulfilment. We learn how VGM has elevated its Customer Experience proposition by leveraging parcelLab's Post-Purchase flexibility to deliver a better end-to-end experience for its customers. We also learn how to use process mapping as a foundation for enhancing your Post-Purchase experience…

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Bethanie Mattek-Sands & Sofia Kenin Interview from Toronto 15:17

3M ago15:17

15:17

This is a post-match interview with Bethanie Mattek-Sands and Sofia Kenin from the National Bank Open in Toronto. We spoke with them after a very close victory where they saved six match points. Bethanie and Sonya share insights into their strategies and conversations during the match, including how they stayed positive when down a set and a break.…

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The Science of Reading with Linda Rhyne 44:24

3M ago44:24

44:24

In this episode, Gene Tavernetti speaks with Linda Rhyne, award-winning educator and owner of Rhyne Consulting. They discuss the changing landscape of literacy education, instructional coaching, and practical strategies for supporting teachers. Linda shares her vast experience in teaching, literacy coaching, and district-level instructional support…

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Will Boucek: Scouting for Team USA at the Olympics 25:43

3M ago25:43

25:43

Today's guest is Will Boucek. Will is the host of the Doubles Only Tennis Podcast and recently was part of the team that scouted for Team USA at the Olympics. We talk: 1:13 Scouting for Team USA 4:42 Do players get surprised by the data 6:55 Understanding win percentages 10:52 How variables affect scouting 14:27 Scouting Carlos Alcaraz 16:12 Scouti…

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Aldila Sutjiadi Interview: From Indonesia to Kentucky to the WTA Tour 28:45

3M ago28:45

28:45

Aldila Sutjiadi is the 37th-ranked doubles player on the WTA Tour. Born in Indonesia and 2x doubles All-American at Kentucky, Aldila has a fascinating story. Tennis Tribe writer, Hanlon Walsh and I spoke with her on the grounds at the National Bank Open in Toronto. We discussed her story, how and why she plays with doubles partners with contrasting…

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Olympic Doubles Recap: Scouting Nadal, Alcaraz, Murray, & More 22:42

3M ago22:42

22:42

Team USA finished with two doubles medals at the Olympics. Rajeev Ram and Austin Krajicek won Silver while Tommy Paul and Taylor Fritz took home Bronze. In this episode, I share three more lessons I learned providing strategy and scouting analysis for Team USA. How to beat Nadal & Alcaraz. The Andy Murray tendency. The two most important shots in d…

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Fact Freaks and Building Math Fluency with Steve Hare 36:50

3M ago36:50

36:50

In this episode, Gene Tavernetti interviews Steve Hare, a long-time classroom math teacher and the creator of the You Teach You book series and Fact Freaks, a free math fact website. They discuss the importance of learning math facts, the motivation behind Fact Freaks, and how Steve's instructional strategies evolved, especially during COVID-19. To…

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Does 'Equity' Undermine Science Education? 1:20:37

3M ago1:20:37

1:20:37

Drew Perkins talks with Cornell professor, Randy Wayne, about the Franklin Standards, an alternative meant to address shortcomings in the NGSS. Click To View Links & Resources Mentioned In This EpisodeBy ThoughtStretchers Education

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