Going For It

In Episode 3 of Going For It, I sit down with Jesse Flores and Raphaëlle Lacasse, two professional tennis players who are navigating the highs and lows of the sport while also navigating life together.

Jesse, a Canadian with Costa Rican roots, and Raphaëlle, a French Canadian, both have their own stories, ambitions, and experiences in tennis. In this conversation, we get into how their journeys brought them together and what it's really like having a partner who understands the pressures, sacrifices, uncertainty, and commitment that come with pursuing tennis professionally.

We talk about balancing two individual careers while building a life together, traveling and competing, supporting each other through wins, losses, injuries, and difficult moments, and figuring out how to leave tennis on the court when the day is over. As athletes, so much of our lives revolve around the next match, the next tournament, and the next goal. But what happens when you're building a relationship in the middle of all of it?

I loved getting to hear Jesse and Raphaëlle's perspective on love, ambition, culture, competition, and what they've learned from choosing to navigate this journey together.

A huge thank you to InnerTennis for making this episode possible and for providing the space and filming this conversation. We're incredibly grateful for your support in helping us bring this episode of Going For It to life!

What happens when the dream you walked away from starts calling you back? In this episode of Going For It, I sit down with professional tennis player Frances Altick to talk about a journey that looks nothing like the traditional path to becoming a pro athlete. After years of competing, setbacks, injuries, and eventually losing her way within the sport, Frances made the decision to step away from tennis. She built a life outside the court, became an occupational therapist, and for a while, professional tennis was part of her past. Until it wasn't. Frances found her way back to the sport, and now she's competing professionally again, this time with an entirely different perspective on who she is, why she plays, and what success means to her. We talk about the difficult seasons that don't make the highlight reel: injuries, uncertainty, stepping away from something that once defined you, building an identity outside of your sport, and finding the courage to come back even when your path doesn't look like everyone else's. What I love about Frances' story is that it's a reminder that Going For It doesn't always mean never quitting. Sometimes it means walking away, growing into someone new, finding your way back, and realizing you're not finished yet.

A huge thank you to InnerTennis for making this episode possible and for providing the space and filming this conversation. We're incredibly grateful for your support in helping us bring this episode of Going For It to life!

What does it really take to make it in tennis, and how does that journey change once you become a parent?

In this episode of Going For It, Ema Burgic sits down with professional tennis player and father Elmar Ejupovic for an honest conversation about the road through professional tennis, the sacrifices behind the scenes, and the challenges that come with building a life both on and off the court.

They talk about their experiences navigating the tennis world, the pressure and uncertainty that come with chasing a professional career, and how becoming parents has completely shifted their perspectives on success, ambition, and what truly matters.

From the lessons tennis teaches you to the realities people rarely see, this conversation is about much more than winning matches. It's about growing up in the sport, becoming a parent, continuing to chase your goals, and figuring out what "making it" actually means along the way.

If you've ever competed at a high level, raised a young athlete, balanced parenthood with your own ambitions, or wondered what life inside professional tennis really looks like, this episode is for you.

A huge thank you to InnerTennis for making this episode possible and for providing the space and filming this conversation. We're incredibly grateful for your support in helping us bring this episode of Going For It to life!

In this episode, I sit down with Thomas Fancutt to talk about the reality behind rankings, setbacks, and what it truly means to start over. After reaching 107 in the world,

Thomas opens up about the challenges that followed and the mental battle of rebuilding from the ground up. We dive into the highs of climbing the rankings, the pressure that comes with it, and the resilience it takes when things don’t go as planned.

Thomas shares his perspective on growth, identity beyond tennis, and how he’s approaching this new chapter with purpose and determination. This is an honest conversation about the grind, the reset, and what it takes to keep going when everything changes.

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In this episode, I sit down with Thomas Fancutt to talk about the reality behind rankings, setbacks, and what it truly means to start over. After reaching 107 in the world,

Thomas opens up about the challenges that followed and the mental battle of rebuilding from the ground up. We dive into the highs of climbing the rankings, the pressure that comes with it, and the resilience it takes when things don’t go as planned.

Thomas shares his perspective on growth, identity beyond tennis, and how he’s approaching this new chapter with purpose and determination. This is an honest conversation about the grind, the reset, and what it takes to keep going when everything changes.

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Marcelo Arevalo, a Salvadoran professional tennis player and former world No. 1 in doubles, to talk about the journey behind the titles. Marcelo opens up about his biggest wins, the role family has played in his career, and the growth it took to reach the top of the game. From early sacrifices to career-defining moments, he shares what it really takes to compete at the highest level of professional tennis. We also dive deeper into purpose and how Marcelo has evolved not just as an athlete, but as a person. He reflects on staying grounded through success, representing his country on the global stage, and finding meaning beyond rankings and trophies. This conversation is an honest look at resilience, discipline, and what it means to truly go for it in pursuit of your dreams.

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In this solo episode, I open up about everything the journey, the lessons, and why I decided to change the name of the podcast to “Going For It.” I share what this new chapter means to me, how my perspective has evolved, and the deeper purpose behind creating a space that’s real, raw, and fully aligned with who I am today.

This isn’t just about tennis or success it’s about the mindset, the growth, and what it truly means to go for it in life, no matter where you are on your path. If you’ve ever felt like you’re in a season of change, or you’re figuring out what’s next, this episode will speak to you.

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In this episode, I sit down with Ayana Akli, one of the fastest-rising stars on the WTA Tour, currently ranked inside the Top 250. We dive deep into her journey through the world of professional tennis from early beginnings to breakthrough moments and the powerful mindset that’s driven her success. Ayana opens up about the mental strength, discipline, and self-belief it takes to compete at the top level while staying grounded through the highs and lows of the sport. We talk about what “going for it” really means pushing past fear, trusting your process, and betting on yourself when no one else will. If you’re an athlete, dreamer, or anyone chasing greatness, this episode will light a fire under you.

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In this episode, I sit down with Xenia Dmitrovic to talk about how social media is literally rewiring our brains from the way we focus, think, and connect, to how we measure our own success. We dive deep into the psychology behind scrolling, validation, and attention, and how these platforms are shaping not just our habits, but our identity.

Xenia brings powerful insight into the effects of digital consumption, how it impacts athletes, creators, and everyday people, and what we can do to take back control of our mental space. If you’ve ever felt drained, distracted, or caught in the comparison trap, this episode will help you understand why and how to break free.

🎙️ Tune in, reflect, and start rewiring your mind for clarity, balance, and purpose.

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What does it really feel like to leave everything you know at 18 and move across the world for a chance at your dream? In this episode, Ema (Bosnia) and Xenia (Serbia) share their raw immigrant athlete journeys , from culture shock, loneliness, and the reality of U.S. college tennis, to finding new identities as creators, coaches, and women chasing dreams beyond the court.

Vulnerable, unfiltered, and deeply relatable, this is a story of resilience, identity, and what it means to start over.

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