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Bagel BagelDamla of Racquet TherapyWelcome back to season 2 of Bagel Bagel! In this first episode, host Lia Picard chats with Damla Dogan of the Instagram account Racquet Therapy. They discuss how Damla found her way back to tennis, why it's important for moms to have hobbies, and Damla's knack for tennis fashion.
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2026-02-0539 minBagel BagelBagel Bagel: DefrostingIn this surprise episode, Lia pops by to give listeners a preview of season 2 (which drops Thursday, February 5) and a rec tennis update. It's short and sweet. Follow the Bagel Bagel Pod on Insta!
2026-01-2804 minBagel BagelBagel Bagel: Get to Know LiaIt's the season one finale of Bagel Bagel, and to wrap things up Lia chats with her friend and fellow journalist, Allison Ramirez. Allison doesn't play tennis (...yet), but was happy to dive into what drew Lia to the sport and what listeners can expect for future episodes of Bagel Bagel. The podcast will return in a few weeks, but for now, follow along on Instagram.
Links:
the Vogue essay
Allison Ramirez's Instagram
2026-01-0829 minBagel BagelBagel Bagel: Tennis ResolutionsIt's the first Bagel Bagel of 2026 -- welcome! It's a short and sweet episode in which host Lia Picard shares her tennis resolutions, as well as the resolutions of listeners, for the year ahead. Have a great first week of the year!
2026-01-0108 minBagel BagelSecond Bite: Faren Wise of Hot Mess TennisHappy holidays! In case you're traveling this week or new to Bagel Bagel, here's a re-run of Bagel Bagel's first interview: Faren Wise of Hot Mess Tennis. We hope you're enjoying the holiday season however you spend it (hopefully there's lots of tennis).
2025-12-2529 minBagel BagelBagel Bagel: Jane FormanIn this episode, Lia chats with Jane Forman, of the Jane Forman Tennis Academy, about her journey from professional tennis player to coach. They discuss the mental challenges of tennis, what makes the sport so irresistible, and her unique teaching style.
Links:
The Jane Forman Tennis Academy (and Experience)
League Queens - with Jane Forman and Kim Wojnowich
The Bagel Bagel Pod Instagram
2025-12-1841 minBagel BagelBagel Bagel: Shawanda Mason of the ChatteryIn this episode, Lia talks with Shawanda Mason, co-founder of the Chattery, a non-profit in Chattanooga that promotes adult education outside of a traditional school setting. They discuss Shawanda's journey back to tennis, the importance of having hobbies as adults, and the joy of "unserious" tennis happy hours.
Some links from the conversation:
Check out the Chattery in Chattanooga
Lia's story about the Atlanta Cup
Noke's Granola (Shawanda's must-have)
Lucky In Love - the brand Lia wants to try but hasn't yet
2025-12-1140 minBagel BagelBagel Bagel: Sam McCoy of Carpools and Country ClubsIn this episode, Sam McCoy shares the humorous and unexpected journey of creating "Carpools and Country Clubs," a social media account that started as a joke among friends and grew into a popular platform. The conversation delves into the cultural nuances of tennis, the camaraderie it fosters, and the relatable experiences of adult life that resonate with a broad audience. Sam also discusses the challenges and joys of balancing personal life with the public persona, highlighting the importance of community and authenticity.
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2025-12-0435 minBagel BagelBagel Bagel: A Quick BiteHappy Thanksgiving! To keep it short and sweet on this holiday, host Lia Picard chats with her tennis inspiration, her husband. Find out why he got into tennis and why he believed Lia could do it, too.
2025-11-2711 minBagel BagelBagel Bagel: Christine Santos of Boarding Pass CoffeeIn this episode of Bagel Bagel, Lia sits down with Christine Santos—coffee shop owner, entrepreneur, and one-time singles opponent turned friend. They talk about the unexpected human connections that unfold on the court, how tennis has shaped Christine’s personal and professional life, and why the sport continues to anchor her through the chaos of business ownership. It’s a conversation about friendship, community, and the way tennis brings people together long after the match is over.
2025-11-2020 minBagel BagelBagel Bagel: Faren of Hot Mess TennisWelcome to Bagel Bagel! In our first episode, we chat with Faren Wise of the hilariously relatable Instagram account Hot Mess Tennis and what it means to be a beginner adult tennis player.
2025-11-1330 minBagel BagelBagel Bagel: Trailer EpisodeWelcome to Bagel Bagel! New episodes drop every Thursday (beginning 11/13). Like and subscribe for updates. Follow @thebagelbagelpod on Instagram for more info and behind the scenes fun.
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Skye's The LimitLia Picard! Food & Lifestyle Journalist!On this episode of Skye's The Limit, Skye welcomes Food & Lifestyle Journalist Lia Picard!Lia is a force of a journalist with bylines in the New York Times, Conde Nast Traveler, Garden & Gun, Atlanta Magazine, Wall Street Journal, Southern Living & the Atlanta Journal Constitution just to name a few…This disco ball-enthusiast covers dining, trends, interior design, people and travel. Listen to learn about Lia’s career journey, writing process, food opinions and so much more!Learn more about Lia liapicard.comFollow Lia on Instagram @helloitsliapicard...
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A Cork in the RoadEpisode 2.6 - Live with Lia Picard, Journalist and Freelance WriterThis episode explores a slightly different aspect of the wine industry through the media lens of journalist and freelance lifestyle writer, Lia Picard. She is based in Atlanta and reports on food, spirits, travel, decor, and more for a wide variety of online and print publications such as The Washington Post, CNN Travel, Bon Appétit, Playboy, Zagat, Eater, and Atlanta Magazine. Some of her recent work has highlighted the Atlanta wine industry in national outlets, such as Wine Enthusiast, and we've discovered a mutual interest for showcasing the people who are shaping the Atlanta wine scene. We discuss h...
2020-05-1839 min