ema burgic

Going For It

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Going For It with Ema Burgic brings you real, unfiltered conversations about ambition, purpose, and resilience. Hosted by professional tennis player and mom of two, Ema Burgic, the show explores what it means to take risks, trust yourself, and build a life that feels true — on and off the court. Guests include athletes, entrepreneurs, creators, and everyday people who are going for it in their own way. Subscribe for weekly episodes full of motivation, honesty, and lessons from those who choose courage over comfort. 🎙️ New episodes every week. #GoingForItPodcast #EmaBurgic #Motivation #Comeback...

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Thomas Fancutt From 107 in the World to Starting Over 03.04.2026 1:09:13

In this episode, I sit down with Thomas Fancutt to talk about the reality behind rankings, setbacks, and what it truly means to start over. After reaching 107 in the world, Thomas opens up about the challenges that followed and the mental battle of rebuilding from the ground up. We dive into the highs of climbing the rankings, the pressure that comes with it, and the resilience it takes when thing...

EP5: More than NO1: Marcelo Arevalo on Family, Growth & Purpose 08.01.2026 1:03:29

In today’s episode, I sit down with Marcelo Arevalo, a Salvadoran professional tennis player and former world No. 1 in doubles, to talk about the journey behind the titles. Marcelo opens up about his biggest wins, the role family has played in his career, and the growth it took to reach the top of the game. From early sacrifices to career-defining moments, he shares what it really takes to compete...

EP4: Opening up about everything, why I changed the name and what going for it means to me. 16.11.2025 16:34

In this solo episode, I open up about everything the journey, the lessons, and why I decided to change the name of the podcast to “Going For It.” I share what this new chapter means to me, how my perspective has evolved, and the deeper purpose behind creating a space that’s real, raw, and fully aligned with who I am today. This isn’t just about tennis or success it’s about the mindset, the growth,...

EP3: The Fast Rise of Ayana Akli | Top 250 WTA | Mental Strength, Self Belief, and Going For It 01.11.2025 56:39

In this episode, I sit down with Ayana Akli, one of the fastest-rising stars on the WTA Tour, currently ranked inside the Top 250. We dive deep into her journey through the world of professional tennis from early beginnings to breakthrough moments and the powerful mindset that’s driven her success. Ayana opens up about the mental strength, discipline, and self-belief it takes to compete at the top...

EP2: How social media is rewiring your brain with Xenia Dmitrovic 24.10.2025 33:14

In this episode, I sit down with Xenia Dmitrovic to talk about how social media is literally rewiring our brains from the way we focus, think, and connect, to how we measure our own success. We dive deep into the psychology behind scrolling, validation, and attention, and how these platforms are shaping not just our habits, but our identity. Xenia brings powerful insight into the effects of digita...

EP1: From balkan courts to u.s dreams, resilience and starting over 10.10.2025 58:35

What does it really feel like to leave everything you know at 18 and move across the world for a chance at your dream? In this episode, Ema (Bosnia) and Xenia (Serbia) share their raw immigrant athlete journeys , from culture shock, loneliness, and the reality of U.S. college tennis, to finding new identities as creators, coaches, and women chasing dreams beyond the court. Vulnerable, unfiltered,...