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English, Golf, 1 season, 167 episodes, 3 days, 10 hours, 27 minutes
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A golf and sports podcast hosted by Garrett Johnston about the friendships we all make from golf. Tour players, caddies, and golf media members join Garrett from his 11 years covering golf as a writer. Players give advice to us recreational golfers about how to best use our practice and range time.
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Ep 167: Denny McCarthy, PGA Tour player

Denny McCarthy is in.a big 2024 season on the PGA Tour. He just got married in December, will play his first ever Masters in April, and is in all the signature Tour events on the schedule. Denny breaks down how much he's looking forward to his first trip to Augusta National and shares a number of putting tips as well.
1/31/202454 minutes, 16 seconds
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Ep 166: Marc Leishman on the new LIV season, career memories & more

Marc Leishman joins the week before the 2024 LIV season begins and we look ahead to his favorite parts of the schedule, including LIV Adelaide. Leish also describes the two "wild card" players who will get starts on LIV this season and explains that there will be a total of 13 teams. Leish also shares some of his favorite memories from his career and highlights with his good mate and caddie Matty Kelly.
1/26/202437 minutes, 38 seconds
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Ep 165: Harrison Frazar, PGA Tour Champions winner

Veteran Harrison Frazar is the embodiment of delayed gratification. Frazar shares in this pod how his emotional first PGA Tour win felt at age 40 in Memphis and what it meant for him. Once he turned 50, he had to Monday and Tuesday qualify for most PGA Tour Champions events because he's not a hall of famer like many on that Tour. We get into that journey and more.
1/20/202438 minutes, 31 seconds
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Ep 164: Steven Alker, PGA Tour Champions 7x winner

Steven Alker joins and chat about his early success on the PGA Tour Champions and what he's looking forward to for this season. We also look back on a big week for him at the inaugural World Champions Cup.
1/15/202439 minutes, 34 seconds
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Ep 163: Gary Woodland's caddie Brennan Little on brain surgery comeback

Gary Woodland's veteran caddie Brennan Little shares his perspective on Gary's comeback from a brain tumor in September 2023 to playing on the PGA Tour again at the Sony Open four months later.
1/11/202428 minutes, 42 seconds
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Ep 162: Colin Montgomerie on the Ryder Cup, Seve, Tiger and more

Colin Montgomerie recalls some of his favorite Ryder Cup memories and shares some anecdotes with Seve, Nick Faldo, Bernhard Langer and Tiger Woods. Monty also gives his opinion on how Europe played in the recent 2023 Ryder Cup
12/14/202318 minutes, 43 seconds
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Ep 161: Rod Pampling on recent PGA Tour Champions win, his fellow Aussies & more

3-time PGA Tour winner Rod Pampling chats about his recent 2nd PGA Tour Champions win, playing in the Aussie PGA and trying to beat Cam Smith, the strong friendships he's built with Aussies on Tour and more.
11/23/202320 minutes, 48 seconds
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Ep 160: Peter Jacobsen on Tiger, Seve, & World Champions Cup

Peter Jacobsen gives his current thoughts on Tiger Woods, lessons he learned from the late Seve Ballesteros. and talks about the inaugural World Champions Cup coming in December at The Concession GC.
11/21/202327 minutes, 28 seconds
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Ep 159: Charlie Wi on his cinderella story to get a full-time PGA Tour Champions job and more

Charlie Wi shares how hard this season on the PGA Tour Champions has been not knowing how many events he would be able to play from week to week. Wi shares how much his peers have encouraged him and kept him going on the uphill climb for full-time PGA Tour Champions status.
11/9/202325 minutes, 19 seconds
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Ep 158: Scott McCarron, PGA Tour Champions player on Tiger, stories w/Jack and more

The 11-time PGA Tour Champions winner joins and shares stories about playing with Tiger Woods in his prime, advice he received from Jack Nicklaus, anecdotes with Hale Irwin and Johnny Miller and more. We also cover the current Charles Schwab Cup Playoffs on the PGA Tour Champions.
11/2/202340 minutes, 25 seconds
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Ep 157: Justin Leonard on Ryder Cup and more

Justin Leonard talks about his first full season on the PGA Tour Champions, shares Ryder Cup memories, gives thoughts on the 2023 Ryder Cup and shares whether he would be interested in being a captain or vice captain for the US in the future.
10/30/202315 minutes, 58 seconds
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Ep 156: Ernie Els on his career, Tiger Woods, and more

19-time PGA Tour winner and 4-time major winner Ernie Els joins the podcast from the Dominion Energy Charity Classic in Richmond, Virginia. We cover some of his moments in major championships and discuss the ones that got away. We also cover Tiger Woods and his friendship with him over the years and more.
10/26/202315 minutes, 47 seconds
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Ep 155: Paul McGinley on the 2023 Ryder Cup, Rory, and Rahm

Paul McGinley shares his takeaways on the Ryder Cup and why this was the strongest Team Europe ever assembled. He also gives his thoughts on Rory McIlroy's Ryder Cup and outlook for then major championships going forward. We also dig into European Team culture and why their template for Ryder Cups seems to work so well.
10/10/202340 minutes, 11 seconds
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Ep 154: Tom Lehman on the Ryder Cup & more

Tom Lehman shares stories from the 1999 Ryder Cup when he went out first in Sunday singles. He also shares memories of playing against Seve Ballesteros in the 1995 Ryder Cup at Oak Hill and recaps his 1996 Open Championship win at Royal Lytham.
9/27/202325 minutes
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Ep 153: Sahith Theegala on tips for our game

Sahith Theegala chats for a few mins about how we can improve our chipping, putting, iron play and more. He's a top 15 putter on Tour. The 2023 Fortinet Champion shares some helpful tips with Garrett at a past API.
9/18/20239 minutes, 31 seconds
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Ep 152: Luke Donald, Ryder Cup Europe Captain on his mindset for picks, his prep, and analysis on some players chasing a spot

Ryder Cup Europe Captain Luke Donald shares some insight into the attributes he's looking for in the six picks he'll eventually make for September's Ryder Cup. The four-time Ryder Cup player also shares memorable anecdotes from big career moments like 2012 at Medinah. He also clarifies the comments he made to Sergio Garcia about his chances to make the team back in the spring and discusses what he likes so much about what Jon Rahm, Rory McIlroy, and Viktor Hovland bring to his team.
8/18/202335 minutes, 49 seconds
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Ep 151: Stanford Senior Karl Vilips talks 1st US Open and this week's US Amateur

Stanford Senior Karl Vilips recalls winning the Pac 12 Championship with his teammates this spring, talks about playing in his 1st US Open in June, and previews the US Amateur at Cherry Hills.
8/14/202339 minutes, 11 seconds
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Ep 150: Isaac Simmons, US Amateur contender talks playing 1st US Open and playing w/Jon Rahm and Justin Rose

Liberty University Senior Isaac Simmons looks ahead to the US Amateur at Cherry Hills and Colorado Golf Club. We revisit his summer highlight playing in his first US Open with his dad Scott on the bag and playing practice rounds with Jon Rahm, Sergio Garcia, and Justin Rose. Lastly, Isaac shares some fun stories with his college teammates in various events.
8/11/202337 minutes, 18 seconds
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Ep 149: Alex Gaugert, caddie for Erik van Rooyen on qualifying to play in the 3M Open

Erik van Rooyen's caddie, best friend and former college teammate at Minnesota Alex Gaugert joins the pod from Minneapolis this week where he Monday qualified and will play in his first PGA Tour event the 3M Open. Alex shares the stories of his crazy travel plans that led into his qualifying round in Minneapolis and how he wanted to leave after eight holes and a weather delay. He also shares about the emotional phone call he made to his player Erik van Rooyen once he qualified and how much he's looking forward to playing in the same group with his boss this week.
7/26/202319 minutes, 58 seconds
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Ep 148: The links golf experience in Scotland w/Stephen Proctor

Golf Historian Stephen Proctor joins the show and we discuss what we love about playing links golf in Scotland-with a focus on courses outside the Open rota like Montrose Golf Links, Crail, North Berwick, and Royal Dornoch. What does it feel like to spend time in the town of St. Andrews and enjoy its people? We explore that and other topics as well.Thanks to the Angus Concil and Visit Scotland for the chance to play Montrose and other links courses north of St. Andrews in Angus County.
7/22/202354 minutes, 6 seconds
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Ep 147: Stewart Cink on 2009 Open stories, Tom Watson, Tour/LIV merger & starting on Champs Tour

Tour veteran Stewart Cink shares some of his favorite 2009 Open Championship stories of beating Tom Watson in a playoff, shares what it's like to have wife Lisa as his new caddie, and how much he's enjoying playing with his old friends recently on the Champions Tour..
7/11/202340 minutes, 53 seconds
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Ep 146: Cam Smith talks 2022 Open Championship win and celebration, St Andrews, and life on LIV Golf

Cam Smith joined the pod pre-merger at LIV Golf DC at the end of May. For a wide-ranging 11 mins we chat about his 2022 Open Championship win, drinking beers out of the claret jug, celebrating the win back home in Florida, how much he loves playing LIV Golf with his Ripper GC teammates, and more.
7/10/202315 minutes, 17 seconds
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Ep 145: Rickie Fowler on playing in final groups, the 2014 Open close call and tips for our game

Rickie Fowler shared what he does to slow things down when he's playing in final groups and recalled moments from his close call at the 2014 Open Championship at this year's venue Hoylake on this episode. We also explore some of Fowler's key tips for us weekend golfers with driving, chipping, and bunker shots. This interview is from March 2023 at Bay Hill.
6/18/202316 minutes, 58 seconds
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Ep 144: Meet 4 US Open Qualifiers including 3 amateurs headed to their 1st US Open

We often see names on a US Open leaderboard that we don't recognize. Here's a chance to get to know three of those amateurs who made it through the Final Qualifier on Golf's Longest Day including college players.
6/12/202319 minutes, 21 seconds
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Ep 143: Abe Ancer pre-PGA/LIV partnership on life on LIV Golf, being part of a team with Sergio Garcia, the US Open & more

Before the PGA Tour and LIV partnered together, we caught up with Abe Ancer on life on LIV Golf, being part of a team with Sergio Garcia, the US Open & much more.
6/10/202312 minutes, 54 seconds
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Ep 142: Patrick Reed talks social media, how media portrays him & the vibe between Tour players and LIV golfers at majors. Sergio Garcia talks US Open qualifying and more

From LIV Golf DC, Patrick Reed joins and shares his thoughts on social media, how the media portrays him and the vibe between LIV golfers and PGA Tour players at majors. Sergio Garcia also joins briefly for a chat about qualifying for the US Open and the importance of Brooks Koepka's PGA Championship win.
5/25/202316 minutes, 58 seconds
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Ep 141: Adam Scott on his 2013 Masters win and listener questions on Twitter about the best storyline this week and the best day to attend the Masters

Adam Scott joined for a short chat about his 2013 breakthrough Masters win. This year marks the 10 year anniversary of the win. Scott remembers the closing holes and the playoff against Angel Cabrera in the fading light from that rainy finish in 2013. He also explains why he thinks he plays Augusta so well, even to this day. Garrett also discusses your answers on Twitter on what would be the best storylines on Masters Sunday and what's the best day to attend the Masters as a fan.
4/3/202320 minutes, 41 seconds
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Ep 140: Shane Lowry and Mackenzie Hughes on The Masters, their games, majors, tips for our game

Shane Lowry joins for a short interview about the Masters and what he's learned about Augusta National in 7 tournaments there. He also looks at the other major venues for this year including LACC which he's played and expects a great test from. Mackenzie Hughes talks about why he thinks his game suits Augusta National as he approaches his fourth Masters. Hughes also gives insightful tips for us weekend golfers about how to improve our putting, green reading, and driving.
3/28/202321 minutes, 37 seconds
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Ep 139: Sahith Theegala on excitement for 1st Masters, his rapid rise on Tour, and LACC for the US Open

Sahith Theegala discusses what he's most looking forward to for his first Masters coming up. The 25-year-old also shares what his rapid rise on the PGA Tour has been like.
3/22/202314 minutes, 16 seconds
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Ep 138: Andrew Putnam on USGA roll back, recent PGA Tour changes, putting & more

Andrew Putnam shares his initial reaction to the USGA's proposed changes to the golf ball and scaling back distance. Putnam discusses the possibility of having to possibly adapt to a different ball for major championships down the road. Putnam also talks about his season and what he's learned from being in multiple final groups on Sundays. The 34-year-old finishes the episode with some helpful putting tips for us weekend golfers at home.
3/15/202337 minutes, 29 seconds
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Ep 137: Justin Rose and Collin Morikawa on majors and more

Justin Rose joins from Bay Hill to talk Arnold Palmer, swing tips to improve our game, and his anticipation for the Masters. Collin Morikawa also joins briefly from Bay Hill to look ahead to the majors and Ryder Cup.
3/2/202313 minutes, 58 seconds
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Ep 136: Billy Foster, veteran caddie on LIV, Seve, Phx Open, Matt Fitzpatrick and more

40-year veteran caddie Billy Foster talks about his career in golf, including stories during his five years with Seve Ballesteros. Foster pinpoints some of his current player Matt Fitzpatrick's biggest strengths as well and tells us about the crazy atmosphere around the 16th hole at the Phoenix Open. He also touches on the LIV Golf Va PGA Tour rift.
2/9/202336 minutes, 18 seconds
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Ep 135: Tyler Duncan, PGA Tour winner on growing up in Indiana, his favorite music and more

33 year old PGA Tour winner Tyler Duncan shares his experience growing up and playing junior golf in Indiana, his favorite music, practice habits, and more. Interview from December 2020.
1/20/202323 minutes, 29 seconds
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Ep 134: Will Haskett, PGA Tour Radio

PGA Tour Radio play by play announcer Will Haskett joins as we look at players to watch for 2023. We also discuss some of the rookies on the PGA Tour as well as who Will expects to contend in majors for 2023.
1/18/202330 minutes, 24 seconds
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Ep 133: Dylan Wu, PGA Tour pro shares funny story about getting into Sony Open, goals for second year on Tour, and more

Dylan Wu shares funny story about getting into the Sony Open, his goals for his second year on Tour, LIV Golf vs PGA Tour, and what it's like to have his brother Jeremy on the bag.
1/11/202348 minutes, 43 seconds
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Ep 132: Stacy Lewis on her career, Solheim Cup memories and captaincy & St. Andrews

LPGA star Stacy Lewis shares memorable stories from her career including at the Solheim Cup, winning the AIG Women's Open in 2013, and more. The 37-year-old also dishes on her favorite things about St. Andrews and what the experience is like in the town and the unforgettable Scottish people.
12/31/202237 minutes, 53 seconds
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Ep 131: Kenny Harms, Kevin Na's caddie on LIV Golf, Masters accepting LIV players & more

32-year professional golf caddie Kenny Harms shares some stories of his experiences inside the ropes with the likes of Hale Irwin, Hubert Green, and his current player Kevin Na. Harms also shares thoughts on being a part of LIV Golf, what the experience is like out there for caddies, and what he misses about the PGA Tour.
12/22/20221 hour, 16 minutes, 18 seconds
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Ep 130: Tony Finau, 5-time PGA Tour winner

Tony shares about the mentality needed to overcome close calls and become a consistent winner on Tour as he did in 2022. The 33-year-old also explains why he plays so well at the Masters each year and much more.
12/16/202231 minutes, 29 seconds
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Ep 129: Annika Sorenstam on Nelly Korda, Jon Rahm, Solheim Cup, St. Andrews, and more

10x major winner Annika Sorenstam joins the pod from earlier in the spring and shares her thoughts on Jon Rahm, Nelly Korda, the Solheim Cup, St. Andrews, and much more. The 72-time LPGA winner also shares with us how to get the most out of our practice time before a round,.
12/12/202218 minutes, 23 seconds
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Ep 128: Charlie Wi on transition to PGA Tour Champions and being a Dodger fan

Tour vet Charlie Wi joins to discuss what his rookie was like on the PGA Tour Champions, his love for the LA Dodgers, and some swing advice for recreational golfers.
11/15/202216 minutes, 35 seconds
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Ep 127: Rocco Mediate on what frustrates him about LIV golfers, US Open memories & more

59-year-old fan favorite Rocco Mediate gives some blunt thoughts on LIV Golf and why he doesn't like the way some players have defected over there. Rocco also shares stories about his 2008 US Open duel with Tiger Woods, moments with fellow PA native Arnold Palmer, and thoughts on Champions Tour life.
11/2/202221 minutes, 59 seconds
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Ep. 126: Lee Janzen on LIV, favorite memories on Tour

2x U.S. Open winner and current PGA Tour Champions player Lee Janzen joins and discusses his favorite stories and memories throughout his career. His recent story about how he found out Fred Couples shot 60 to win the SAS Championship is also a fun highlight.
10/20/202218 minutes, 27 seconds
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Ep 125: Golf Experiences in Scotland (Part 1): Downfield Golf Club

The first episode of five on the five golf courses I played north of St. Andrews this summer in the county of Angus (aka Carnoustie Country). This first one is Downfield Golf Club, an inviting parkland course with gorgeous views 25 minutes north of St. Andrews in Dundee, Scotland. Interviews here with General Manager Simon Stevenson, Head Pro Barry Smith, and my friend Liam McDonnell from Ireland who I met on this trip.Thanks to Visit Scotland, Angus Council, and Carnoustie Country for the hospitality.
10/1/202227 minutes, 23 seconds
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Ep 124: Sights & Sounds of 150th Open w/Visit Scotland's Alan Grant

Visit Scotland's Senior Golf Manager joins the pod from the weekend at the 150th Open Championship and we dissect the sights and sounds from St. Andrews. Also, we look to what this means for Scotland and it's businesses and give golfers advice on how to plan a golf trip to Scotland.
7/17/202221 minutes, 56 seconds
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Ep 123: St. Andrews atmosphere w/Billy Horschel, Leishman & more

St. Andrews, its town, and Old Course are the focus from the player's perspective here. Billy Horschel shares some of his favorite stories going to the famed pub the Dunvegan over the years. Horschel also explains what an Open at St. Andrews is like inside the ropes. Marc Leishman relives just how close he was to victory in the 2015 Open and more from various players here in this episode.
7/14/202213 minutes, 4 seconds
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Ep 122: Davis Love III, PGA Tour Champions

Davis Love joins from a few months back at a PGA Tour Champions event where we discuss his love for The Open, St. Andrews, and more. We explore career regrets, Ryder Cup, Presidents Cup and more.
7/8/202217 minutes, 10 seconds
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Ep 121: Genesis Scottish Open Preview w/2020 champ Aaron Rai

We talk with 2020 Genesis Scottish Open champ Aaron Rai about what he loves about the host venue the Renaissance Club and how much fun it is to play golf in Scotland.
7/4/202217 minutes, 26 seconds
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Ep 120: Rory McIlroy on St. Andrews and more

Garrett speaks with Rory McIlroy about the influence of his parents on his attitude, his mindset for majors, whether he tweaks his clubs for the big events, his love for St. Andrews and how much he's looking forward to the 150th Open. Also, what he makes of the strategy of the Old Course.
6/27/202218 minutes, 58 seconds
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Ep 119: LPGA pros on Congressional CC, KPMG Women's PGA Championship

We discuss the strategy of Congressional CC and what it means to play there at such a revered major championship venue with Alison Lee, Madelene Sagstrom, and Katherine Kirk during the KPMG Women's PGA Championship.
6/25/202214 minutes, 57 seconds
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Ep 118: Dan Hicks, NBC Sports on US Opens and more

NBC Sports veteran play-by-play voice Dan Hicks joins and we discuss some of his favorite U.S. Open memories, Tiger Woods moments, Ryder Cup at Brookline and so much more. Hicks also shares stories from his own golf game and the buddies trips he's taken to Scotland and Ireland.
6/13/202217 minutes, 49 seconds
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Ep 117: Viktor Hovland, PGA Tour winner

Garrett briefly discusses the LIV Tour and the PGA Tour's reaction to it. We then discuss Viktor's career in the majors and have a short interview with Viktor about what he has learned about his experience in only 10 major championships thus far. And look ahead to Brookline and St. Andrews.
6/9/202211 minutes, 23 seconds
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Ep 116: Xander Schauffele, PGA Tour winner on majors, St. Andrews, more

Xander joins in a short convo as he wrapped the PGA. Garrett discusses Xander's career and explores trends. We discuss his play in major championships and look ahead with Xander to Brookline and the US Open, and what he's anticipating about The Open and St. Andrews.
5/26/202214 minutes, 17 seconds
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Ep 115: Jordan Spieth, PGA Championship wrap

Jordan Spieth shares what his takeaways are from the week at the PGA, looks ahead to the US Open art Brookline and how he gaemplans for U.S. Opens, and explains just how excited he is to go back to St. Andrews for The Open this summer.
5/24/202217 minutes, 29 seconds
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Ep 114: Lt. Col Dan Rooney, Folds of Honor

Lt. Col Dan Rooney joins us and we talk about upcoming Patriot Golf Days, the PGA Championship in his backyard in Tulsa, life lessons, and more.
5/17/202223 minutes
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Ep 113: Seamus Power, PGA Tour player from Ireland

Irish golfer Seamus Power joins the pod and shares what it was like to play in his first major at the Masters in April. The Waterford, Ireland native also explains how much fun it was to share the Augusta experience with his good friends and family. Power shares some advice on some of his favorite golf courses in Ireland and some hidden gems for us weekend golfers to discover when we eventually visit the Emerald Isle ourselves.
5/12/202211 minutes, 48 seconds
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Ep 112: Jason Day, PGA Tour player

Jason Day joins and shares what it's going to take to get back to world number 1, what he's working on with his swing and how to avoid his bad miss, and what life has been like since him mother passed away recently.
5/6/202213 minutes, 54 seconds
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Ep 111: Patrick Reed, PGA Tour player

Patrick Reed joins the pod and talks about how his daughter Windsor-Wells kicks his butt at Uno every time they play, how much he wants to win a second major title, and what he's been doing to get his season back into gear.
5/5/202211 minutes, 24 seconds
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Ep 110: Jay Haas, PGA Tour Champions

Veteran Tour pro Jay Haas shares what his emotions were like when he paired with his son Bill in the Tour's Zurich Classic of New Orleans. Haas says he got numerous texts from his good buddies on the PGA Tour Champions when he made the putt to make the cut that Friday. The 68-year-old also shares some vivid memories of his uncle Bob Goalby who won the 1968 Masters, Arnold Palmer, and Fred Couples. The gregarious Haas even shares some of his favorite short game tips.
4/27/202235 minutes, 33 seconds
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Ep 109: Rickie Fowler, PGA Tour winner

Veteran star Rickie Fowler joins the pod and he gets you caught up on what like is like as a new dad and how much fun he's having these days with his daughter Maya. Fowler also goes into detail about his mindset during this dry stretch in his career. He hasn't won on Tour since the 2019 Phoenix Open and Fowler takes us through his mentality and desire to get back to the world's best.
4/25/202212 minutes, 23 seconds
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Ep 108: Malcolm Roughead, VisitScotland's CEO

VisitScotland's CEO Malcolm Roughead shares the exciting upcoming schedule in Scotland for The Open at St. Andrews and all the other major golf events happening in a 5-week stretch. These include Carnoustie hosting the AIG Women's Open, Gleneagles hosting the Senior Open and much more.
4/20/202223 minutes, 30 seconds
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Ep 107: Kraig Kann, SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio Host

Long-time golf media personality Kraig Kann shares his initial thoughts with us on Scottie Scheffler's impressive 2022 Masters win. We also explore what having Tiger Woods back in the mix means going forward and we explore the amazing connection between Scheffler and his veteran caddie Ted Scott, who is now the caddie for multiple players who've won the Masters. A rare feat indeed.
4/11/202225 minutes, 32 seconds
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Ep 106: Scottie Scheffler & Coach Randy Smith, 2020 Masters

I spoke with Scottie Scheffler after his first Masters and his coach Randy Smith and you'll hear exclusive initial thoughts on their Augusta preparation and takeaways. Relevant information as he looks to win his first Masters today.
4/10/202223 minutes, 58 seconds
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Ep 105: Ted Scott, Scottie Scheffler's caddie

Veteran caddie Ted Scott shares what makes his player Scottie Scheffler so good and what the experience has been like on the bag as he's ascended so quickly to world number one. Scott also tells us what to expect at the Masters with Scheffler's game.
4/6/202230 minutes, 52 seconds
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Ep 104: Harry Higgs, Masters rookie

Harry Higgs shares what it means to him to play in his first Masters. His brother Alex will be on the bag for him and they both dreamed as kids in Kansas City at their local golf club of being at Augusta some day. Higgs gives us an idea of what this means to his parents and family as well, and he explains what aspects of the week he's looking forward to.
4/3/202236 minutes, 55 seconds
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Ep 103: Augusta Course Guide w/2003 Masters winning caddie B Little

Ever wanted an inside the ropes course guide to Augusta National? Veteran caddie Brennan Little looped for Mike Weir in the 2003 Masters when he won for their native Canada and has learned the ins and outs of Augusta National over the years. Little provides next level descriptions of how to properly navigate each hole in tournament conditions.
4/2/202238 minutes, 9 seconds
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Ep 102: Masters special w/Jon Rahm, Faldo, Nantz

Jon Rahm seems destined to win a Masters at some point. Why not now? The numbers are pointing to it. This episode puts together a short chat I had with Jon and soundbytes from a CBS Masters conference call with Faldo and Nantz on Rahm's chances at Augusta this year. I asked them also how he matches up specifically with the course.
3/31/202216 minutes, 48 seconds
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Ep 101: Will Zalatoris, PGA Tour player

Will Zalatoris joins and shares what he's looking forward to about heading back to Augusta this year, why he's had success in 2022 thus far, what's going on with his driver, and what he dreams he could do differently at Augusta after his second place finish in 2021.
3/26/202214 minutes, 56 seconds
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Ep 100: Davis Riley, PGA Tour player

Valspar leader Davis Riley shares with us how he warms up for a round of golf. What can we learn from the young Tour and apply to our game? Davis has some tangible keys for us.
3/20/20224 minutes, 34 seconds
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Ep 99: Padraig Harrington, 3x major winner

Padraig Harrington shares what he's feeling as he prepares for his first Masters since 2015. Can the 50-year-old Irishman win at Augusta? Padraig explains. Harrington also gives us his thought on the Saudi Golf League and PGL.
3/16/202234 minutes, 57 seconds
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Ep 98: Scottie Scheffler, PGA Tour winner

Scottie Scheffler joins the pod from API after his first round. We cover the upcoming season, the confidence he has in his game, and what a tournament he's really looking forward to this summer.
3/7/202210 minutes, 54 seconds
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Ep 97: Colin Swatton, Former Caddie/Coach for JDay, PGA Tour Live Analyst

Colin Swatton has been on the bag for Jason Day when he won at Bay Hill and The Players and provides amazing insight on both courses here. Swatton also explains how he supported the world number 1 under the most stressful moments of big wins and the keys to caddying in big-time situations. We cover what the experience is like at St. Andrews during The Open as well.
2/28/202246 minutes, 49 seconds
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Ep 96: Kevin Streelman, PGA Tour pro

Veteran Tour player Kevin Streelman talks about his mini-tour days when he put 350K miles on his car to chase his dream for a PGA Tour card. We also get into why the Phoenix area is so special to him when he cut his teeth in golf making $6 an hour cleaning clubs at one club while he would caddie at another to keep his pro golf goals a reality. Streelman also touches on the Phoenix Open and up coming Open at St. Andrews. Why should we golf fans go to St. Andrews this year for the Open? Streelman explains.
2/9/202222 minutes, 20 seconds
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Ep 95: Adam Schenk, PGA Tour player

Fifth-year Tour pro Adam Schenk joins from his San Diego hotel after shooting a 2nd round 62 at the Farmers Insurance Open. The co-leader explains what he's looking forward to about playing in the final group with Jon Rahm and Justin Thomas and how he looks to handle the pressure. The second half of this episode Is our visit with Schenk in October on his backstory and how he got onto the PGA Tour.
1/28/202257 minutes, 34 seconds
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Ep 94: Nick Faldo, CBS Sports & 6x major winner

CBS Sports' Lead Analyst Nick Faldo previews 2022 in golf with particular emphasis on CBS Sports' start this week at Torrey and also looking ahead to the Masters and The Open at St. Andrews in the summer. Sir Nick reminisces about a favorite Augusta moment and shares stories about his three Open Championship wins over the 80s and 90s and who the course may favor this year. Lastly, explains how Team Europe can get back in the mix again at the Ryder Cup.
1/25/202247 minutes, 45 seconds
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Ep 93: Harold Varner III, PGA Tour player

Harold Varner III joins and talks about being a first time dad, giving back to youth golf, and how much he wants to get his first win on Tour. Some fun stories about the most he's lost on a bet in a practice round and a gambling story with Michael Jordan as well.
1/12/202249 minutes, 25 seconds
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Ep 92: Gary Williams, Host-SiriusXM PGA Tour, Five Clubs Podcast

Longtime golf host Gary Williams joins and shares thoughts on Tiger Woods' return to golf at the PNC. We also make bold predictions for 2022 and discuss the upcoming Open Championship in St. Andrews and the joys of playing golf in Scotland.
12/18/202151 minutes, 44 seconds
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Ep 91: Angel Yin, LPGA player

LPGA player Angel Yin joins the pod and shares about life on the LPGA, her favorite courses to play in her spare time, and where we all should play in her native Southern California. She has won junior events at Torrey Pines, but has a hot take on what she doesn't like about the famous course.
12/8/202117 minutes, 24 seconds
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Ep 90: Brooks Koepka, PGA Tour star

Brooks Koepka will play Bryson DeChambeau in The Match this week. In this episode I revisit a couple conversations I had with him about his practice range and putting routine and how we can improve our practice focus as amateurs. These interviews are from the BMW this August and the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am before he was a big name in 2016.
11/24/202113 minutes, 8 seconds
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Ep 89: Chris DiMarco, PGA Tour veteran

3-time PGA Tour winner Chris DiMarco joins and shares some war stories of taking on Tiger, Phil, and Vijay in their primes at majors like the Masters and PGA. A fun trash talk moment about college basketball with Tiger at the 2005 Masters is another one of the great anecdotes DiMarco discusses here. Lastly, he reveals some helpful tips to improve our driving, irons, chipping and overall attitude on the golf course.
11/17/202126 minutes, 51 seconds
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Ep 88: Gary Player, golf legend

9-time major winner and golf ambassador Gary Player joins and shares thoughts on his favorite course in golf, what the sport has done for his life, his favorite moments at St. Andrews, and the player he expects to have a big 2022.
11/3/202134 minutes, 5 seconds
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Ep 87: Bernhard Langer, PGA Tour Champions star

Two-time Masters champ and the oldest player to ever win on the PGA Tour Champions, Bernhard Langer, joins to talk about his career, how can can improve out driving and short game, where he'd use two mulligans in his life, his favorite hole at Augusta, and more.
10/25/202118 minutes, 10 seconds
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Ep 86: Adam Schenk. PGA Tour player

5th year PGA Tour player Adam Schenk talks life on Tour and his recent close call at the Shriners and what he learned from that. The Indiana native shares what brought him into golf and how he views progress in his career. We also cover his secrets to passing the time on International flights and provides swing tips for us at home.
10/16/202135 minutes, 33 seconds
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Ep 85: JJ Jakovac, Morikawa's caddie on Ryder Cup

We discuss Ryder Cup celebration, Collin's first Ryder Cup, and JJ's second time being part of the clinching match for the US.
10/6/202121 minutes, 20 seconds
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Ep 84: Michael Wilbon, ESPN on golf, Tiger, Brooks & more

ESPN personality Michael Wilbon tells Tiger stories and shares his thoughts on Ryder Cup topics like the recent Brooks/Bryson hug and Brooks' spat with a referee. Wilbon also gives advice for young journalists and explains what he thinks has made PTI work so well the past 20 years.
9/30/202137 minutes
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Ep 83: Ryder Cup wrap from Whistling Straits

What did you think of the U.S. win and celebration? Garrett recaps the week he experienced on the ground at Whistling Straits and tells us some of the funnest moments of the week, especially what fans said to Justin Thomas after his beer chug moment on Saturday.
9/27/202116 minutes, 42 seconds
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Ep. 82: Bryson DeChambeau's caddie Brian Zeigler

Bryson's caddie Brian Zeigler joins and shares what he's expecting in his first Ryder Cup. He also tells us the pinch-yourself moments he's had in his two months of caddying. Zeigler also provides insight into how he and Bryson work together on the course and how much info Bryson likes to receive before every shot.
9/23/202143 minutes, 33 seconds
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Ep 81: Mark Urbanek, Tony Finau's caddie

Tony Finau's caddie Mark Urbanek brings us inside the ropes on what it's like to caddie on Tour. How do you produce your best for your player under the pressure of a Sunday? When is the right time to step in if you think your player might be making a mistake? The 17-year veteran explains.
9/19/202115 minutes, 49 seconds
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Ep 80: Stefan Schauffele, Xander's father on Olympics & more

Xander Schauffele's dad Stefan joins to tell us what Xander's gold medal means to him as a former aspiring Olympian. Stefan also explains why he took his viral picture with the medal in merely a speedo.
9/16/20219 minutes, 2 seconds
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Ep 79: Jim Nantz, CBS Sports

Jim shares thoughts on the Ryder Cup, the fantasy football league he plays with Tony Romo in, Tom Brady's chances of a repeat, the most emotional broadcast he's been a part of, and much more.
9/7/202130 minutes, 2 seconds
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Ep 78: Bryson DeChambeau exclusive from BMW Championship

What do Bryson DeChambeau's pre-round range and putting sessions look like? The superstar spoke for a little bit with Beyond the Clubhouse’s Garrett Johnston at the BMW, during a time where he's not doing any interviews with press beyond TV & radio.
8/28/20218 minutes, 18 seconds
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Ep 77: Dennis Satyshur, Caves Valley Director of Golf

Who better to tell us about debut PGA Tour course for this week's BMW Championship Caves Valley than the man who has been there for 31 years as Director of Golf Dennis Satyshur. He tells us what to expect at this gorgeous course outside of Baltimore, Maryland.
8/26/202113 minutes, 50 seconds
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Ep 76: Denny McCarthy, PGA Tour player

Fourth year PGA Tour vet Denny McCarthy shares thoughts on how to make up ground in the PGA Tour playoffs, how we can improve our putting and adds an epic story on the first time he played with Tiger Woods.
8/18/202127 minutes, 22 seconds
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Ep 75: Xander Schauffele's caddie Austin Kaiser on Olympic Gold win

Xander Schauffele's caddie Austin Kaiser shares with us what the feeling was like to caddie for a gold medal triumph in the Tokyo Olympic Games. Kaiser also details the celebration and emotions felt by both he and Xander in the aftermath.
8/4/202129 minutes, 19 seconds
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Ep 74: Collin Morikawa's caddie JJ Jakovac on the Open win and celebration

Veteran looper for Collin Morikawa JJ Jakovac joins and shares his favorite moments from their Open Championship win at Royal St. George's. Jakovac dishes on what they drank from the claret jug, how commercial travel was like with the claret jug, and how they celebrated once they got home to Las Vegas.Jakovac also explains critical moments from the final round of the Open and the conversations he had with Collin.
7/22/202129 minutes, 30 seconds
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Ep 73: Open Championship wrap & US Junior Amateur preview w/Don Hunter

We wrap up Collin Morikawa's win at the Open Championship and look to how his strengths set up for future majors. Don Hunter, the COO of the Country Club of North Carolina joins to preview this week's US Junior Amateur at his club and what he's expecting.
7/19/202125 minutes, 44 seconds
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Ep 72: Cole Hammer, Texas college star on his first Open Championship

The senior at Texas joins and shares thoughts on playing in his first Open Championship and how he used to get up at 1 am to watch it as a kid. He's playing in his first Open this week. Hammer also tells fun stories from the Walker Cup and gives insight into the NIL decision in NCAA sports and how that will affect him.
7/14/202131 minutes
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Ep 71: Stewart Cink on The Open, Ryder Cup, Tom Watson

PGA Tour veteran Stewart Cink joins and shares his favorite memories of his 2009 Open Championship win against Tom Watson. He also remembers his favorite Ryder Cup moments and gives helpful tips for us recreational golfers with our range practice. Lastly, he shares how special it is to have his son Reagan on the bag and how he helps Stewart play his best golf.
7/8/202140 minutes, 15 seconds
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Ep 70: John Wood, NBC reporter on covering Jon Rahm's US Open group

Former PGA Tour caddie John Wood joins to share his perspective of Jon Rahm's U.S. Open win. Wood walked with Rahm's group on Sunday and provides unique/on the ground stories from an epic US Open finish.
6/23/202126 minutes, 11 seconds
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Ep 69: US Open takeaways from being there

What did you takeaway from the U.S. Open? I mention what I observed in covering the event and how cool it was to be back for a US Open at Torrey 13 years after volunteering there in 2008 in the merch tent.
6/21/202114 minutes, 43 seconds
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Ep 68: Matt Achatz, Rocco Mediate's caddie from 2008 US Open at Torrey

It's US Open week and Rocco Mediate's caddie from the epic 2008 US Open-Matt Achatz-joins to share stories about what the Tiger-Rocco duel was like inside the ropes of their 19 hole playoff.
6/15/202137 minutes, 27 seconds
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Ep 67: Bret Baier, Fox News Anchor on his die-hard passion for golf

Fox News Anchor Bret Baier is obsessed with golf and shares his passion for the game in this episode through stories he's had playing with Jack Nicklaus, Larry Fitzgerald, Bryson DeChambeau and many more.
6/8/202122 minutes, 53 seconds
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Ep 66: Joe Skovron, Rickie Fowler's caddie

Joe Skovron, the long-time caddie for Rickie Fowler, joins and shares thoughts on their best finish of the season when they tied for 8th at the PGA Championship. We discuss how hard it was to caddie at Kiawah and look ahead to what Rickie needs to do to qualify for the U.S. Open.
6/2/202113 minutes, 32 seconds
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Ep 65: Tim Mickelson on his PGA Championship experience for Phil and their celebration

Tim Mickelson shares what Sunday of the PGA was like as he caddied for his brother Phil in a two-shot victory. Tim also details the celebration they both had on their plane ride back to San Diego. What did they drink on the plane? How did they celebrate with their 86-year-old dad Phil Sr. when they landed in San Diego. That and much more in this episode.
5/26/202136 minutes, 31 seconds
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Ep 64: Todd Lewis, Golf Channel wraps up Phil's PGA win

Golf Channel reporter/anchor Todd Lewis joins and we discuss what it was like to cover Phil Mickelson's PGA Championship win at Kiawah Island.
5/24/202129 minutes, 18 seconds
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Ep 63: Padraig Harrington on Ryder Cup, regrets, tips for our game

Ryder Cup Europe captain Padraig Harrington shares his thoughts on how his Ryder Cup team is shaping up. He also reveals some favorite memories of past Ryder Cups like when he went crowd surfing at the K Club in 2006 with his teammate David Howell and he lost a shoe.Harrington, who's now 49, reflects on career regrets in majors and looks ahead to this week's PGA Championship at Kiawah Island, where he played well for 63 holes in 2012.
5/16/202154 minutes, 3 seconds
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Ep 62: Jimmy Roberts, NBC/Golf Channel broadcaster

Jimmy Roberts of NBC/Golf Channel joins and shares some of his favorite memories growing up in New York and caddying at three local clubs. Roberts has interviewed so many greats and he reflects on interviews with Tiger Woods and past presidents.
5/10/202144 minutes, 2 seconds
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Ep 61: Kid Rock and the opening of American Dunes w/Jack Nicklaus and Dan Rooney

We chat with Kid Rock at the opening of the Jack Nicklaus designed public course American Dunes in Grand Haven, Michigan. Rock tells us about his passion for golf what it's like to play for a great cause like Lt Col Dan Rooney's Folds of Honor, and he also shares how much he enjoys spending time with Jack Nicklaus. Rock shares the story of his first ever hole in one, which happened to be with Jack Nicklaus a couple years ago. Jack Nicklaus' opening remarks and an interview with Dan Rooney from American Dunes' grand opening conclude this episode.
5/3/202114 minutes, 42 seconds
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Ep 60: Paul Casey off the course. Getting to know the 2-time Valspar champ through his favorite memories as a kid

Paul Casey is going for three wins in a row this week at Valspar. In this interview from a while back he lets us in on life off the golf course including sharing some of his favorite memories as a kid growing up in England. He would watch Wimbledon with his older brother and then grab a tennis racquet and constantly hit tennis balls off the garage door. Casey is an intent cyclist and he shares some of the bikes he's happily purchased over the years. The 43-year-old veteran pro also shares his first job as a paper boy and remembers funny details about his first car.
4/26/202119 minutes, 15 seconds
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Ep 59: Ryan Palmer, PGA Tour pro on pairing with Jon Rahm and helpful tips for our game

PGA Tour veteran Ryan Palmer joins the pod and shares what makes his Zurich Classic pairing with Jon Rahm so good. They won the event in 2019 and defend it this week as there was no Zurich Classic in 2020. Palmer also explains what works between he and caddie James Edmonson as the two have been together for nineteen years. Palmer tells us how to score better on the course and also how best to prepare for our rounds.
4/20/202127 minutes, 6 seconds
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Ep 58: Masters Recap from being at Augusta

We recap the Masters week and look at players who we should watch out for in the coming majors. Jon Rahm is one of them and Garrett shares thoughts on Rahm's game from his manager and caddie. We also look at Hideki Matsuyama's huge Masters win and what it means. Garrett shares an anecdote about how much the Japanese media love to cover Hideki. Much more on top finishers and the conversation Garrett had with Will Zalatoris' caddie Ryan Goble and the emotions they felt during their Cinderella run at Augusta.
4/14/202120 minutes, 1 second
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Ep 57: Masters Preview with Collin Morikawa's team (coach and caddie)

We preview the 2021 Masters with emphasis on Collin Morikawa who's making his second appearance in this major championship. We speak with his veteran caddie J.J. Jakovac who is caddying his eighth Masters and swing coach Rick Sessinghaus on the things Collin's been working on with his long and short game.
4/4/202122 minutes, 16 seconds
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Ep 56: Scott Van Pelt on Tiger, the Masters, fatherhood

Scott Van Pelt joins and he shares his favorite memories of Augusta National and some fun stories with Tiger Woods and JT in his nearly thirty years of covering golf. We also discuss Scott's golf game and some of his fondest memories playing public golf as a kid growing up in Maryland,
3/24/202157 minutes, 59 seconds
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Ep 55: Golf host Matt Adams on Fairways of Life, Arnold Palmer and more

Fairways of Life and Golf Channel host Matt Adams joins to talk about his love for golf, writing and broadcasting.
3/16/202129 minutes, 28 seconds
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Ep 54: Kevin Na on Tiger stories, TPC Sawgrass and why he's happier than he's ever been

It's Players week and Kevin Na shares an hilarious anecdote about his moment with Tiger Woods on TPC Sawgrass' island green 17th when Tiger mimicked Na's signature walk in move. What Tiger says to him after is priceless.Na shares his advice to us amateurs on how to best play the last three holes at TPC Sawgrass and the right mentality to have when we're playing well. Na also adds some funny commentary on when we should bench our putter. He confidentlly admits to benching a putter that helped him set a PGA Tour putting record.We cover his hometown SoCal golf and his first memory ever attending a PGA Tour event as a 10 year-old "chubby kid with glasses", in awe of Corey Pavin's short game that week.
3/10/202147 minutes, 18 seconds
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Ep 53: Bryson DeChambeau exclusive interview from his first API on wanting to be like Arnold Palmer, how he deals with worldwide recognition

Here's a one-on-one interview with Bryson DeChambeau from his very first Arnold Palmer Invitational in 2016. He speaks about how much he reveres Arnold Palmer and wants to be like him with his career and legacy. He's playing pretty well at his tournament right now, and driving boldly as the King did too.
3/7/202110 minutes, 4 seconds
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Ep. 52: Sam Saunders previews 2021 API and takes us inside Bay Hill and the best stories about his grandfather Arnold Palmer

Arnold Palmer's grandson and Tour pro Sam Saunders takes us inside Bay Hill to some of the poignant moments with his grandfather there from over the years. He shares the epic moment in 2004 when he caddied for Arnie in his final appearance there at 73. Saunders previews this API for 2021 and the things he's looking forward to as host/family representative.
3/2/202139 minutes, 39 seconds
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Ep 51: Billy Hurley III on his back injury, winning close to home, and tips for our game

PGA Tour winner Billy Hurley III describes his back injury that has him out of completion now, he tells us about his passion for Navy sports where he attended college, and gives us tons of helpful tips for our golf game.
2/28/202136 minutes, 30 seconds
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Ep 50: Paul Azinger on Ryder Cup, European Tour vs PGA Tour, and more

Paul Azinger discusses this week's brand new PGA Tour venue at The Concession Golf Club. He's a member there and lives down the road. We also discuss the Ryder Cup and what he's thinking about how each team is shaping up. Azinger also reflects on his "That Tour" comments from last year's Honda Classic that caused quite among those on the Euopean Tour. Azinger provides helpful putting tips and advice for us weekend golfers as we try to find the right attitude on the golf course.
2/22/202133 minutes, 26 seconds
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Ep 49: Peter Jacobsen on Pebble Beach, Arnold Palmer, Steph Curry, Tiger Woods and more

We cover today's golf stars and celebrities with the 7x PGA Tour winner and reminisce of his favorite Arnold Palmer and Pebble Beach moments. Clint Eastwood, Tiger Woods, Steph Curry, and many of today's young stars are discussed fondly as well as only Peter can.
2/14/202136 minutes, 11 seconds
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Ep 48: Gary McCord, former CBS Golf broadcaster on favorite moments at Phoenix Open and Pebble Beach over the years

Gary McCord, one of golf's most animated announcers, joins the pod and shares his favorite stories about the Phoenix Open and AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am.
2/9/202150 minutes, 4 seconds
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Ep 47: John Swantek, veteran golf broadcaster from PGA Tour LIVE on young players to watch on Tour, Tiger, and favorite West Coast stop

John Swantek, the veteran golf and sports broadcaster from New York, on young players to watch on Tour, Tiger, and favorite West Coast Swing event.
2/5/202127 minutes, 24 seconds
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Ep 46: Lanto Griffin on Patrick Reed's rules situation, looking ahead to the Masters, and best putting tips

Lanto Griffin discusses his comments about players not being happy with the ruling Patrick Reed received at the Farmers Insurance Open. He also shares the experience he had in his first Masters in November and what he looks forward to there in April. Lastly, he's a top 20 putter on the PGA Tour and he gives us tips to get our putting game better right now.
2/2/202136 minutes, 11 seconds
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Ep 45: Patrick Reed opens up about how he deals with controversy and what goes through his mind when he's not liked

Patrick Reed talks a past Tour event a while back with me about how he deals with controversy and what goes through his mind when he's not liked.
1/31/202111 minutes, 23 seconds
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Ep 44: Jon Rahm on Torrey Pines, his first win, his strategy on 16-18 and his caddie Adam Hayes talks Torrey

Jon Rahm joins the pod in an interview after his first PGA Tour win in 2017 and explains the confidence he got from grabbing his first professional win at the 2017 Farmers Insurance Open. Rahm also talks course strategy on Torrey's finishing stretch and his caddie Adam Hayes (23-year veteran) tells us about the lead up to the win and the emotions and strategy behind their finishing 60-foot eagle putt.
1/26/202119 minutes, 29 seconds
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Ep 43: Aaron Rodgers and his initial comments on the hiring of Matt LaFleur in 2019, and behind the scenes moments at the AT&T Pebble Beach ProAm over the years

Aaron Rodgers talks with me at the 2019 Pebble Beach Pro-An about his trust for Packers management when they hired Matt LeFleur. LaFleur had yet to be a head coach in the NFL at the time.This episode also gets into some of Rodger's funniest moments on the golf course at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and his love for golf and the friendships that come with it.
1/25/202120 minutes, 39 seconds
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Ep 42: Vince Cellini long-time sports tv broadcaster discusses his work on Golf Channel and a career that's taken him to Super Bowls, golf majors, and Ryder Cups

Golf Channel host of PGA Tour Champions Learning Center Vince Cellini joins and tells great stories from his 39-year sports tv career. He also gives advice to younger journalists and reminisces about his favorite moments covering golf, the NFL and NBA..
1/23/202142 minutes, 28 seconds
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Ep. 41: Miller Brady, President of PGA Tour Champions discusses 2021, upcoming events, challenges of 2020, Phil Mickelson's influence and much more

We talk with PGA Tour Champions President Miller Brady about the new season, his vision for the Tour and the influence of Phil Mickelson on the over 50 circuit.
1/18/202127 minutes, 35 seconds
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Ep 40: Brendan Porath, co-host of The Shotgun Start Podcast with Andy Johnson. We make 2021 predictions, talk DJ, Rahm, and fun stories the rest of the year

Brendan Porath tells us about why he enjoys the Shotgun Start podcast so much and we look ahead to big storylines in 2021.
1/13/202130 minutes, 21 seconds
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Ep 39: Collin Morikawa on his practice routine, how we amateurs can improve our pre-round warm-up, and his friendship with caddie JJ Jakovac

Collin Morikawa shares insight into his practice routine, how we amateurs can improve our pre-round warm-up, and his friendship with caddie JJ Jakovac.Interview took place right before he played in his first Players.
1/10/202114 minutes, 22 seconds
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Ep 38: Paul Tesori on caddying and friendship with Webb Simpson, balancing Tour travel with leading his family, and great Tiger Woods and Team USA memories

20-year veteran PGA Tour caddie Paul Tesori shares what his friendship is like with his player, Webb Simpson. Tesori also goes deeper iinto how he balances raising a young family while being on the road so much. The animated storyteller also shares some of his favorite moments involving Tiger Woods, Vijay Singh, Webb Simpson and Jim Furyk in international team events.
1/8/202143 minutes, 10 seconds
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Ep 37: Robert Streb, Pga Tour winner tells and shows us how to chip and putt better. He also explains why he lives in Kansas City and doesn't cheer for the Chiefs!

We discuss how we weekend golfers can improve our practice habits with chipping and putting. Robert shows us a few drills with chipping and the full swing. He explains some helpful swing thoughts. We discuss his love for the show Yellowstone, why he lives in Kansas City and doesn't cheer for the Chiefs, and his favorite memory from making a run at the Open in 2015 at St. Andrews.
1/5/202125 minutes, 19 seconds
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Ep 36: Hal Sutton on beating Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, Ryder Cup, and Golf Twitter

Hal Sutton talks Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, Ryder Cup, Twitter and teaching golf. Plus his upcoming podcast.
12/30/202049 minutes, 30 seconds
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Ep 35: Gary Woodland like you've never heard before on Kansas basketball, US Open trash talk, his golf superstitions

Gary Woodland like you've never heard him before on his passion for college hoops, US Open trash talk moments, some of his unique superstitions about golf, and how he suggests we practice better at our games.
12/26/202031 minutes, 35 seconds
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Ep. 34: Daniel Rapaport, Golf Digest Tiger Woods Insider on Tiger and Charlie Woods at the PNC Father/Son

Golf Digest writer and Tiger Woods insider Daniel Rapaport walked every hole with Tiger Woods and his son Charlie at the Father/Son. He tells us his favorite moments, what it was like seeing Charlie and Tiger trash talk, and how much he's enjoyed getting to know Tiger over the last year in his work for Golf Digest.
12/22/202037 minutes, 15 seconds
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Ep 33: Mike Thomas (PGA) on Charlie Woods, winning the PNC Father/Son with Justin Thomas, practice tips for our game

Mike shares what the experience of winning the PNC Father/Son Championship was like. He explains what he'll be working on during this short month with Covid. Mike also gives helpful tips for our games and practice habits.
12/21/202018 minutes, 9 seconds
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Ep. 32: Lt. Col Dan Rooney on life lessons, golfing with presidents, Jack Nicklaus, and his book Fly Into the Wind

The enthusiastic and motivational Lt. Col Dan Rooney joins to share his life lessons he's learned and the resulting code he's put together called Ceiling and Visibility Unlimited (CAVU). He shares about his amazing friendship with Jack Nicklaus and their upcoming partnership for American Dunes opening in May. Dan's passionate connection to the Ryder Cup and U.S. Presidents are just a few more of many engaging topics in this episode.
12/15/202039 minutes, 36 seconds
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Ep 31: Christine Brennan, USA Today Sports Columnist on the Masters, her writing process, and interview style

We visit with decorated USA Today Sports Columnist Christine Brennan who shares stories of working with Michael Wilbon, Tony Kornehiser and so many others in her amazing 40-year journalism career so far. We also talk the Masters 2020 and her writing style.
12/9/202041 minutes, 28 seconds
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Ep 30: Austin Johnson talks 2020 Masters win on bag for DJ

We talk 2020 Masters win and the emotion that came with it for Austin Johnson and his brother DJ.
12/3/202028 minutes, 7 seconds
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Ep 29: CBS Sports' Amanda Balionis on 2020 Masters, her interviewing style, Tiger, Rory, and DJ

Amanda gives us some perspective on her 2020 Masters, what she's trying to accomplish with each interview, and some of her favorite moments interviewing Tiger Woods. Of course, we highlight her big interview with a tearful Dustin Johnson after his Masters win.
11/25/202037 minutes, 38 seconds
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Ep 28: Masters 2020 wrap

A wrap up on a memorable and rare November week at Augusta. My takeaways from the Masters rookies including Scottie Scheffler, Matthew Wolff, Collin Morikawa. Also some thoughts on Bryson DeChambeau and Justin Thomas on their pursuit of a green jacket.
11/20/202016 minutes, 22 seconds
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Ep 27: Matthew Wolff talks first Masters and gives practice tips for our game

Matthew Wolff explains what he's thinking about his first Masters and gives insight into his pre round practice routine. Exclusive interview from Bay Hill this year. A little bit of background noise but worth the listen.
11/9/202011 minutes, 48 seconds
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Ep 26: Joe LaCava details 2019 Masters win just days after it happened

Joe LaCava joined me on a phone interview for an exclusive post Masters interview last year. The interview first was published in a written story for the Caddie Network. Joe tells us about the back 9 finish and the messages he got from Tiger Woods, Fred Couples, Chris Berman and more.
11/6/202022 minutes, 32 seconds
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Ep 25: Collin Morikawa's coach Rick Sessinghaus talks of their anticipated 1st Masters

We cover Rick's philosophies on the mental game of golf. He coaches Collin Morikawa so we talk PGA wrap and what both he and Collin are expecting next week.
11/5/202036 minutes, 12 seconds
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Episode 24: Andy North, ESPN Golf Analyst talks Masters, Tiger, Bryson

We cover Tiger Woods, Bryson, and all of the Masters favorites coming into Augusta. How will the golf course play differently for the fall? Andy also tells us about how much he enjoys watching Wisconsin sports and how we can improve our practice range time. Much more in the full episode.
11/2/202035 minutes, 38 seconds
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Episode 23: Andrew Putnam, Masters rookie

Putnam talks about welcoming his second child this month to his family. The 31-year-old is also about to make his Masters debut and shares what he's looking forward to about seeing Augusta National for the first time. The Tour winner also explains how we can improve our practice time on the range, the greens, and around the greens.
10/30/202031 minutes, 20 seconds
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Episode 22: Sergio Garcia & Angela Garcia

We discuss the upcoming Masters, what it's like watching football at home with Sergio and Angela, and the Ryder Cup. Plus, what would a mid-handicap shoot at Augusta in tournament conditions? Sergio tells us. Lastly, we cover life with their young family and Sergio explains the mentality of his eyes-closed putting.
10/26/202039 minutes, 44 seconds
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Episode 21: Lisa Cornwell, Golf Channel Anchor

We discuss her favorite stories with Tiger Woods growing up in junior golf and even into today. Lisa remembers some great rounds of golf in horrible weather with her cousin-former President Bill Clinton. We talk Sergio's emotional win and how it choked her up as she interviewed him and much more in this episode.
10/9/202036 minutes, 9 seconds
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Episode 20: Mark Carnevale, PGA Tour Radio

Former Tour pro and 20-year golf TV and radio veteran Mark Carnevale joins and takes us through his love for the game and the friendships he's made. Mark recalls his key observations from calling every one of Sergio Garcia's shots in his Sanderson Farms Championship win. Mark also breaks down Sergio's putting with his eyes closed. Much more.
10/6/202042 minutes, 50 seconds
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Episode 19: Jim Nantz, CBS Sports

Jim discusses Bryson's US Open win and what it means for golf. We look to the Masters, talk 2019 Masters memories, Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Patrick Mahomes and-of course-Tony Romo.
9/23/202029 minutes, 31 seconds
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Episode 18: Patrick Reed

My interview with Patrick Reed. He leads the 2020 U.S. Open entering the weekend, and reveals how he's become such a good U.S. Open player with the way he competes, even in practice rounds and makes things hard on himself as he gets out of position. This special edition interview is from just after his 2018 Masters win, he shares his winning mentality for majors and shares a fun Tiger Woods story too.
9/19/202015 minutes, 17 seconds
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Episode 17: Cara Banks, Golf Channel/US Open Preview

Cara reflects on how she worked hard from behind the the scenes golf production in England to being a recognized host now for Golf Channel. We preview the US Open and the chances of Rory, Tiger and other favorites.
9/15/202041 minutes, 30 seconds
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Episode 16: John Feinstein, NYT Bestselling Author

We discuss John's passion for sportswriting and the athletes and golfers he's interviewed in his career. We preview the U.S. Open at Winged Foot, weigh in on Tiger, breakdown Phil and Rory's chances, and bring to light the most rewarding friendships John has made from golf.
9/14/202046 minutes, 17 seconds
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Episode 15: Bill Rosinski, PGA Tour Radio

Bill reflects on calling all of Dustin Johnson's rounds at the Tour Championship on PGA Tour Radio. What does he see that impressed him from inside the ropes with Dustin? We visit his favorite moments calling golf and football over the years and look ahead to the U.S. Open.
9/9/202029 minutes, 43 seconds
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Episode 14: James Hahn, PGA Tour winner

James let's us in on the mentality of starting the new season as he joins this week from Napa. Don't ask him to do the Gangnum Style dance, he's been asked way too many times. We explore some relatable practice habits for the range, chipping, and putting for us weekend hackers.
9/9/202036 minutes, 54 seconds
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Episode 13: Brendon Todd, PGA Tour winner

One of the best bunker players in golf tells us weekend golfers how to improve our bunker games. Putting tips as well from the player who ranked in the top 20 on Tour this year. His favorite musicians, actors and much more.
9/2/202018 minutes, 50 seconds
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Episode 12: Tim Mickelson

Jon Rahm's former college coach from ASU, Tim Mickelson joins the pod and shares his insights on the superstar. Tim of course caddies for his brother Phil Mickelson now, and he recalls what it was like for them to work a PGA Tour Champions event in Phil's debut last week at Ozarks National. A ton of other great stories as well in this one.
8/31/202044 minutes, 41 seconds
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Episode 11: Mark Immelman, CBS/PGATourLive

Veteran broadcaster and golf teacher Mark Immelman joins to discuss Tiger, Dustin's win in Boston, his FedEx Cup favorites and outlook, practice tips for our game and much more.
8/24/202047 minutes, 16 seconds
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Episode 10: Zac Blair and FedEx Cup Playoffs Preview

We talk with 30-year-old Tour player Zac Blair on his birthday just hours before he tees it up in the first playoff event at The Northern Trust. We cover being a brand new father, what it was like to close on the property for The Buck Club this week, and tons of tips for our range time.Sound: ZapsplatShots Gained credit: Sean Martin, PGA Tour
8/20/202039 minutes, 33 seconds
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Episode 9: Xander Schauffele, PGA Tour player

Awesome discussion about how hungry he is to win a major after some close calls, a fall Masters with no fans, and plenty of tips for our games.The 4-time Tour winner also shares memories from the 2019 Presidents Cup team and much more.
8/15/202036 minutes, 57 seconds
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Episode 8: PGA Champ Collin Morikawa's caddie J.J. Jakovac

J.J. Jakovac describes the crucial Sunday moments that led to his player Collin Morikawa's win at the PGA Championship. He describes what he was thinking on the chip on 14, driving the green on 16, and giving Collin a hard time for his trophy moment. J.J. also details the celebration they both had at Harding Park and how they celebrated back home in Las Vegas including the beverage of choice from the Wanamaker trophy. J.J. got to spend 15 minutes after the win with an all-time sports superstar that he'll never forget.
8/12/202047 minutes, 33 seconds
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Episode 7: Mark Rolfing, NBC/Golf Channel

The 33-year NBC/Golf Channel commentator/analyst Mark Rolfing joins to preview the PGA Championship this week (29:30). He's walked hundreds of rounds with Tiger Woods (2008 US Open win), Rory McIlroy, and other star players and shares stories about his funnest moments covering Tiger. He's also played a lot of golf with Michael Jordan, Charles Barkley, Tony Romo and many other celebrity athletes. Mark tells many stories about these fun experiences with these stars in this episode.Sound Credit: Zapsplat
8/3/20201 hour, 3 minutes, 7 seconds
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Episode 6: LPGA star Brittany Lincicome

2-time major winner Brittany Lincicome joins and discusses what she expects in this week's LPGA restart at the Drive On Championship. She's a new mother to 1-year-old Emery and talks balancing motherhood with Tour life. Lincicome is a long hitter and she brings that perspective in discussing the psychological advantage Bryson DeChambeau has on the PGA Tour right now as the leader in driving distance. Tons of good practice tips for us weekend golfers for our range warm-ups as well.Sound Credit: Zapsplat
7/28/202040 minutes, 35 seconds
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Episode 5: Nelly Korda and Angela Stanford, LPGA stars

With the LPGA restart at the Drive On Championship on July 31, we chat with two stars from the Tour to discuss what they've been up to during their breaks, some very practical pre-round habits for us weekend hackers, and some of their favorite golf memories. Angela discusses all things Solheim Cup and her all-time favorite entertainers while Nelly, the number 2-ranked player in her sport, gives us some mental tips to how to best execute bunker shots, iron shots, and drives.Sound credit: Zapsplat
7/25/202058 minutes, 3 seconds
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Episode 4: Brandel Chamblee

Golf Channel Analyst Brandel Chamblee discusses the state of the game with Jon Rahm's win at Memorial. We look at the game's best players including Rahm, Rory McIlroy, Justin Thomas, Bryson DeChambeau, Tiger Woods, and Brooks Koepka as we look to the majors starting soon.Between brand new world number 1 Jon Rahm, Justin Thomas, and Bryson DeChambeau who will finish their career with more majors?How many majors will Tiger win and what does he have to do to get one now? Can Rory finally finish the career grand slam?Brandel also gives some practice range tips for us and shares his favorite movie scene.Sound credit: Zapsplat
7/20/202054 minutes, 34 seconds
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Episode 3: LPGA Tour's Christina Kim on commentating, practice range

3-time LPGA Tour winner Christina Kim joins to discuss her recent commentating for PGA Tour Live and what she thinks of the Twitter reaction. How do you comment when a player makes a 10? We break down the recent play of Bryson DeChambeau, Tiger Woods, and Phil Mickelson. What does her foreseeable future look like with playing golf and commentating? Christina also shares some of the lasting friendships that she's gotten from golf and some pre-round driving range tips for us amateur golfers.
7/18/202057 minutes, 23 seconds
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Episode 2: Collin Morikawa's caddie J.J. Jakovac

After Collin Morikawa's thrilling win at the Workday Charity Open, his caddie J.J. Jakovac joins to discuss the final round battle between Morikawa and Justin Thomas. J.J. explains the conversation he and Morikawa had after his player nearly missed a short putt to get into the playoff. Backstory on the unlikely way he and Colin started working together and many fun anecdotes from J.J.'s caddying experience including the 2016 Ryder Cup. How will Collin match up with Augusta National and what's his overall greatest strength? All that and more.Introduction: Jim Nantz, CBS SportsSound Credit: ZapSplat
7/14/202043 minutes, 34 seconds
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Episode 1: Intro and PGA Tour player Kevin Streelman

Host Garrett Johnston intros the purpose of this podcast. The guest, 2-time PGA Tour winner Kevin Streelman, gives insight on his friendships with star athletes including Larry Fitzgerald, Aaron Rodgers, Brian Urlacher, Ian Happ, Mark Mulder, and Jay Feely. Many of these guys are teeing it up very soon in the American Century Championship at Lake Tahoe. Streelman describes a unique side of these celebrities, gives us driving range tips for our game, and explains the pressure of trying to win June's Travelers Championship against DJ.Sound credit: Zaps-plat
7/3/202043 minutes, 55 seconds