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The Ajay Thakkar Podcast

Author: Ajay Thakkar

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Stand up comic Ajay Thakkar discusses events regarding the world of tennis and other cultural events surrounding politics and comedy. The goal is to bring unfiltered comedy and conversations into the forefront of our culture and to do so in a way that values funny above all.
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Ajay and Nathan review Love Lies Bleeding, starring Kristen Stewart, Katy O'Brian, Ed Harris, Dave Franco, Jena Malone, Anna Baryshnikov. Directed by Rose Glass. As well as Ricky Stanicky starring Zac Efron, Jermaine Fowler, Andrew Santino, Lex Scott Davis, Anja Savcic, Jeff Ross, William H. Macy, and John Cena. Did they love it? Did they hate it? Why are there no timestamps below? Well, you'll just have to watch the video to hear their thoughts!
In this episode, I recap Andy Murray'3 set loss to Tomas Machac at the Miami Open and my predictions for Murray's year as he closes in on his career. In news outside of tennis, I discuss Candace Owens being fired by the Daily Wire after her comments on Israel upset Ben Shapiro as well as Kendrick Lamar firing shots at Drake and J Cole Like That. Enjoy!
In this episode, I recap Carlos Alcaraz's straight set win over Daniil Medvedev to capture his 2nd straight Indian Wells title and start off the 2024 ATP schedule with his eyes set on winning majors. In news outside of the tennis world, I discuss Bruno Mars reportedly owing MGM casino a whopping $50 million in gambling debt. I conclude by giving my thoughts on Justin Timberlake's new album Everything I Thought it Was. Enjoy!
Ajay Thakkar and Nathan Long review Dune: Part Two, starring Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin, Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, Dave Bautista, Christopher Walken, Léa Seydoux, Stellan Skarsgård, Charlotte Rampling. Directed by Denis Villeneuve. No Timestamps on this pod. My apologies, but I feel as if timestamps take away from parts of the actual conversation. I was chewing my gum incessantly because I drank Mountain Dew before we taped the pod and I didn't want Nathan to experience Camp Flog Gnaw halitosis.
In this episode, I review Andrey Rublev successfully getting an appeal after a default at the Dubai semifinal eliminated him from accepting prize money and ATP rankings. I also recap Simona Halep minimizing her roxadustat sentence from 4 years to 9 months. In news outside of tennis, I discuss Jay Shetty being outed by The Guardian as a sham monk and other questionable decisions he's made or done throughout his life. Enjoy!
In this episode, I recap the Carlos Alcaraz-Rafa Nadal match that occurred on Netflix as it took the world by storm! Just kidding. I do talk about just not the fact that it took the world by storm. I also touch on Andy Murray's comments on his future in tennis after his Dubai loss to Alex De Minaur. In news outside of tennis, I review Denis Villeneuve's new film Dune Part Two which ends one of the best sci-fi stories put to screen as well as my weekly pick which is Dan Soder's On The Road. Enjoy!
In this episode, I recap Sebastian Baez winning the Rio Open final against Mariano Navone. In news outside of tennis, I discuss Freddie Gibbs and Jpegmafia going at it and why the hate should be done through diss tracks as opposed to Twitter beef. I conclude by discussing Shane Gillis hosting a solid episode of SNL with one of the best monologues in years. Enjoy!
In this episode, I recap Carlos Alcaraz suffering a minor ankle injury at the Rio Open's Round of 32 match with Thiago Montero and what it will mean for him in the future. I also discuss Taylor Fritz liking and unliking a post on X that was deemed to be homophobic and his tweet in regards to the matter. I conclude by discussing the Daily Beast hit piece on Shane Gillis and my hopes for a great SNL episode with him as the host.
In this episode, I recap Jannik Sinner's straight set win over Alex De Minaur to win his first ATP Rotterdam title and continue an already amazing 2024 year for the Italian. I also discuss the exhibition match that will occur between Rafa Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz at Las Vegas on Netflix as well as my overall thoughts on Sony's new superhero film Madame Web. Where none of the cast seems that thrilled to promote the new movie. Enjoy!
In this episode, I recap Ugo Humbert's straight set win over Grigor Dimitrov and the steps Ugo took to take home the Open 13 Provence title. In news outside of tennis, I discuss everything in regards to the Super Bowl. From Usher's half time show, celebs appearing randomly in commercials as well as the game itself. I conclude by discussing Kanye's new album Vultures and why it's such a great album. Enjoy!
In this episode, I review Holger Rune letting go of coach Boris Becker after a few months of having him as his coach and what it means for his career going forward. In news outside of tennis, I discuss Gina Carano suing Disney & LucasFilm and wanting the companies to recast her as well as Matt Rife selling out 6 sold out Radio City Music Hall shows. Enjoy!
In this episode, I recap Alexander Bublik winning the Open Sud de Montpelier against Borna Coric to capture his 2nd straight title at Montpelier. In news outside of tennis, I discuss Killer Mike and Jay Z winning at the Grammys as well as Shane Gillis hosting SNL alongside musical guest 21 Savage after getting fired from the place for making hilarious jokes on a podcast. Enjoy!
In this episode, I recap Andy Murray's Twitter exchange with a writer who claimed that Andy Murray has tarnished his legacy due to his subpar results. In news outside of tennis, I discuss Tom Brady's appearance on the Pat McAfee where he addresses taking over Greg Olsen's job at Fox Sports as well as Brendan Schaub announcing that he has decided to quit comedy. Enjoy!
In this episode, I break down Jannik Sinner coming back form 2 sets to love to win his first grand slam title at the Australian Open at Rod Laver Arena over Daniil Medvedev and what it means for his career. I also discuss Aryna Sabalenka's straight set win over Qinwen Zheng to win her 2nd straight Aussie Open title. Enjoy!
In this episode, I recap the 5 set match between Daniil Medvedev and Hubert Hurkacz as well as the aggresive net play exhibited by both at time throughout the match. In news outside of tennis, I discuss the Oscars announce the nominees for their awards and the long awaited return of Tigerbelly and Bad Friends cohost Bobby Lee on the Joe Rogan experience. Enjoy!
In this episode, I recap Sascha Zverev's 5 set match with Cameron Norrie as well as Novak Djokovic straight set win over Adrian Mannarino. In news outside of tennis, I discuss UFC 297, Sean Strickland's back and forth with a reporter that caught fire, and the future of the promotion in the next months. I conclude by discussing Natasha Leggero baring it all after following Bert Kreischer and my weekly pick! Enjoy!
In this episode, I detail the alleged domestic abuse of Sascha Zverev, why the ATP putting him on the ATP Player Council was the wrong move, and the overall reactions from around the tennis world as well as what the ATP should do with this dark cloud as it hangs over the Australian Open. In news outside of tennis, I discuss Trump winning the Iowa primary in apparent fashion as he bests DeSantis and Nikki Haley, as well as Vivek Ramaswamy dropping out of the race. Enjoy!
In this episode, I recap Jimmy Kimmel's monologue on Aaron Rodgers after Aaron Rodgers accused him of being on the Jeffrey Epstein list as well as Aaron Rodgers' rebuttal on the Pat McAfee show. I also discuss the Philadelphia Flyers trading away Cutter Gauthier for Jamie Drysdale and a 2nd round pick as well as Pete Davidson's new special titled Turbo Fonzarelli and why it's surprisingly good! Enjoy!
In this episode, I recap Katt William 3 hour sit down with Shannon Sharpe as he goes after Kevin Hart, Cedric the Entertainer, Rickey Smiley, Tiffany Haddish, Ludacris, Steve Harvey and many others. I also discuss the Golden Globes and my overall thoughts on the night! Enjoy!
In this episode, I review Aaron Rodgers on the Pat McAfee show alleging Jimmy Kimmel was on the Jeffrey Epstein flight logs. In news outside of sports, I discuss my overall thoughts on Dave Chappelle's new special and the list of films I've watched over the break that I didn't cover on the state of the film address! Enjoy!
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