M Kos Freestyle
Summary
Michael Kosta discusses the US Open's decorum issues and influencer presence with tennis writer Gidy Nathan, author of *Changeover*. He also shares highlights from the Milford Readers and Writers Festival, where he promoted his book *Lucky Loser* alongside other authors. The episode features a tribute to Rajiv Ram's career, a critique of the Kennedy Center's closure, and a look at Bjorn Borg's revolutionary forehand technique.
Topics discussed
Intro, birthday shoutout, and Daily Show guest mention
How Gidy Nathan got booked on The Daily Show
US Open influencers, decorum, and betting deals
Milford Readers & Writers Festival and small town arts
Other authors at the festival and why people write
Gidy Nathan's advice on making time to be still
Gidy Nathan's book 'Changeover' and Sinner-Alcaraz
US Open spectator quality and celebrity endorsements
Rybakov-Sabalenka rivalry and Brooklyn tennis courts
Harry Mack freestyling rap for Alexander Zverev
Harry Mack's full rap performance and Adidas collab
Reflections on social media content and corporate ads
Rajiv Ram's career stats and college days
Rajiv Ram's Grand Slam wins and transition advice
Kennedy Center closure and Trump's name change
Bjorn Borg's revolutionary forehand technique
Upcoming tour dates and closing remarks
Outro and Harry Mack rap replay
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