In the inaugural episode of the Planet Playground podcast, host Sports Travel Tom interviews former tennis player Monica Puig, who made history by winning the first Olympic gold medal for Puerto Rico. The conversation explores Monica's journey from her early love for tennis to her experiences as a professional athlete, her transition into motherhood, and her new adventures in Ironman and marathon running. Monica shares insights on the challenges of balancing sports and personal life, the emotional journey of her Olympic success, and her reflections on retirement and life after tennis. The episode concludes with Monica's perfect sports travel itinerary and her love for her home, Puerto Rico, as a destination for sports and adventure.