Open Curtain by Ayaan Paruthi

Open Curtain by Ayaan Paruthi

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Open Curtain by Ayaan Paruthi episodes

  • S2E7: 🎾Shelton vs. Alcaraz: A Battle of Mindsets at 3:33 AM | US Open 2026 Quarterfinal Analysis

    What separates champions when the pressure is at its peak? In this episode, I review Ben Shelton and Carlos Alcaraz's semi final US Open match in 2026, their mindset coming into the quarter final and their physical and mental struggles during the game. I cannot end this episode without saying a special thank you to my dad, for helping me analyze this match, helping with the script for episode and teaching me the best lesson in mental tennis - the bigger battle is not on the court, its in your mind. I also used an AI tool to help with the research.

    #TennisPodcast #USOpen2026 #SheltonVsAlcaraz #TennisAnalysis #TennisMindset #MentalToughness #JuniorTennis


    15 min
  • S2E6: 🎾From High School Tennis Champion to College Tennis Standout | Cooper Lehman’s Journey

    I met Cooper when I first started learning tennis. Over years, I saw him progress through his tennis journey from high school to college. He is Hempfield High School tennis champion and three-time District 3 Class 3A Singles Champion (2022–2024)! We talked about his 2025 PIAA Tennis State Doubles Championship match and inspiring journey from junior tennis to NCAA Division III college tennis with the University of Mary Washington Eagles. 

    #TennisPodcast #JuniorTennis #PIAATennis #CollegeTennis #HempfieldTennis #NCAATennis

    26 min
  • S2E5: 🎾From Junior Tennis Standout to College Tennis Star | Sienna Castelli’s Journey

    Meet Sienna Castelli, a talented competitive tennis player from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and Lancaster Country Day School (LCDS) graduate! In this episode we discover her journey through junior tennis, PIAA tennis, and high school tennis as she takes the next step to college tennis at the University of Chicago. She is known for her determination, technical skills, and resilience, Sienna shares her experience in competitive tennis, improving her game and transition from high school tennis to college tennis. Tune in for inspiration for junior tennis players aspiring to compete at the collegiate level! I learnt a of new acronyms like PIAA, NCAA and several others that I share more about  in the beginning of episode.


    #TennisPodcast #JuniorTennis #PIAATennis #CollegeTennis #LCDSTennis #UniversityOfChicago

    12 min
  • S2E4: 🎾Behind the Mic: The Art of Tennis Commentary | Ken Thomas & Radio Tennis

    Have you ever wondered how a thrilling tennis match comes alive through commentary? Join us as Ken Thomas, founder of Radio Tennis, shares his journey from accomplished tennis player to tennis broadcasting entrepreneur. We talk about skills needed for live tennis commentary and bringing every serve, rally, and match point to life for listeners. I learnt a lot about tennis media and sports commentary. Hope you enjoy the episode.


    #TennisPodcast #TennisCommentary #RadioTennis #TennisBroadcasting #JuniorTennis #TennisFans #SportsCommentary

    About Us – RadioTennis.com

    23 min
  • S2E3: 🎾 The hidden side of Tennis: What It Takes to Be a Tennis Ball person | Bob Williams

    Have you ever wondered what it takes to be part of a professional tennis tournament’s ball crew? Join us as former US Open ball crew member Bob Williams shares his journey, which began at the US Open in 2017 and led him to become Director of Ball persons at the Koser Jewelers Tennis Challenge in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and a trainer at the Miami Open. In this episode, I learnt about teamwork, training, precision, and dedication behind professional tennis tournaments. As you can see from episode pic, we recorded this at tennis courts. Unfortunately, due to wind, we had some audio issues. I hope you still enjoy the episode.

    #TennisPodcast #USOpen #MiamiOpen #BallCrew #TennisBehindTheScenes #JuniorTennis #LancasterPA #KoserJewelers #HempfieldReccenter #LandisvillePA #NovakDjokovic

    17 min
  • S2E2: 🎾A Lifetime of Tennis: Leadership & Love of the Game | Wilson Pipkin

    What does it take to make a lasting impact on the tennis community? In this episode, Mr. Wilson Pipkin shares about his amazing journey in tennis leadership, player development, and building tennis community. He was recognized with the 2019 USTA Family of the Year honor. He has helped strengthen the sport through leadership, recreation programs, and coaching. I learnt about junior tennis development, involving community, and inspiring future players. Hope you enjoy the episode.

    #TennisPodcast #USTA #JuniorTennis #TennisCoaching #TennisLeadership #CommunityTennis #PennsylvaniaTennis #KoserJewelers

    18 min
  • S2E1: 🎾 Tennis Mania - Game, Set, Talk!

    Ready to talk tennis? We’re serving up big matches, crazy stories, epic comebacks, and everything that makes tennis so much fun!

    This season, we’re going on and off the court—from junior tennis  to college tennis, player mindset, behind-the-scenes action, and the people who make the game amazing!

    Before we begin this season, I want to thank my mom. Without her persistent behind the scenes efforts, this season would not be possible. Thank you mom!

    Now grab your racket, turn up the volume, hit follow, and LET’S GO!

    Game. Set. Talk. Welcome to Tennis Mania!

    #momsthebest #tennis #tennismania #opencurtainpodcast


    3 min
  • S1 36: Holiday special

    Merry Christmas! Today I will be covering some pretty hilarious jokes that are going to start the new year with a bang! I hope you enjoy my holiday special!

    14 min
  • Episode 35: The invention of Hugo Cabret

    In this episode, I talk about a very interesting book, the inventio n of Hugo Cabret. I also talk about Horology - the concept I learnt when I visited the national Watch and Clock museum in Columbia, PA. I saw a very interesting clock called the Engle clock. Take a look at covert art! I hope you enjoy the episode.

    6 min

About Open Curtain by Ayaan Paruthi

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My podcast is all about different topics that inspire everyone. I like to talk about fun things like sports, books that I read, TV shows, science and some interesting topics like climate change. Hope you enjoy the show!