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The stories of players chasing their dream of getting to the #PGATour hosted by Ryan French.

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    • May 21, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 154 EPISODES

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    The Any Given Monday podcast is a must-listen for all golf enthusiasts out there who yearn for an honest, behind-the-scenes look at the life of a professional golfer. Hosted by passionate golf fanatics, this podcast dives deep into the world of golf, featuring great questions and even better stories from those who make their living on the green. This review will cover the best aspects, as well as the worst aspects, of this captivating podcast.

    One of the standout features of The Any Given Monday podcast is its ability to provide a genuine insight into the experiences and challenges faced by professional golfers. With great questions posed by the hosts, listeners are treated to firsthand accounts of what it takes to reach and maintain success in the realm of professional golf. From discussing their training routines and strategies on mastering different courses to sharing personal anecdotes about triumphs and setbacks, these interviews offer a unique glimpse into the highs and lows of pursuing a career in golf. The storytelling aspect is particularly compelling, ensuring that even non-golfers can find themselves engrossed in these tales.

    Another noteworthy aspect of this podcast is its dedication to showcasing a diverse range of guests. While there may be household names occasionally featured on the show, The Any Given Monday podcast also highlights lesser-known but equally talented individuals who are striving to achieve their golf dreams. This inclusive approach adds depth to each episode and ensures that listeners can relate to these guests regardless of their familiarity with professional golf. It also emphasizes that hard work and determination are central components to success in any field.

    However, no podcast is without flaws, and The Any Given Monday does have some areas where it falls short. One potential drawback is that it may not appeal to those who have little interest or knowledge in golf. Although efforts have been made to make each episode accessible and engaging for all listeners, some guests delve into technicalities or industry-specific details that might alienate those who aren't well-versed in golf jargon. Additionally, as with any interview-based podcast, the quality of the episode largely depends on the guest's ability to captivate and articulate their experiences. There may be instances where the storytelling lacks a certain spark or charisma, leading to less engaging episodes.

    In conclusion, The Any Given Monday podcast deserves praise for its dedication to providing an honest and intimate look into the lives of professional golfers. With great questions and captivating stories, this podcast offers a rare opportunity for listeners to gain insight into the world of golf that goes beyond what is seen on TV. While it may not be everyone's cup of tea, those who have an interest in golf will find themselves hooked by the struggles and triumphs shared by these amazing athletes. So, if you're looking for a podcast that offers an authentic glimpse into life as a professional golfer, The Any Given Monday podcast should be at the top of your playlist.



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    Monday Q Review in a Tornado Watch!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 24:52


    Ryan French makes no excuses and records the Monday Q Review for the KFT's Visit Knoxville Open under threat of tornado! Our special guest is a no show and we look at the first U.S. Open Sectional Qualifiers and talk about an entertaining Twitter bet. 

    Ryan Caddies for Christina Kim at Mizuho Americas Open Monday Q

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2024 31:24


    Ryan discusses caddying for Christina Kim at Liberty National GC in the Monday qualifier for the Mizuho Americas Open. He's on site covering the LPGA event this week. 

    Myrtle Beach Classic with Tour Winners Tim Widing and Madison Young

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 47:19


    We discuss the Monday Q for the Myrtle Beach Classic - a new opposite field event on the PGA Tour -- and are joined by Tim Widing, who just won back-to-back weeks on Korn Ferry Tour. This weekend's Epson Tour winner, Madison Young, describes what the milestone means to her. 

    Monday Q Review: CJ Cup Byron Nelson Open with KK Limbhasut and Stuart Macdonald

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 40:36


    Ryan French and Mark Baldwin are joined by the co-medalist of the PGA Tour's CJ Cup Byron Nelson Open Monday Q, KK Limbhasut, to discuss his 9 under and the week ahead. We attempt to breakdown the results of the Monday Q but end up having too much fun. Winner of the Diner's Club Peru Open, Stuart Macdonald, describes the greatest golf week of his life and the emotion of winning with his dad on the bag. 

    Monday Q Review with Successful Monday Qualifier Matt Atkins

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 33:05


    We discuss the earthshattering win streaks of Nelly Korda and Scottie Scheffler and are joined by Matt Atkins who successfully Monday qualified for this week's Korn Ferry Tour event, the Veritex Bank Championship. 

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    Monday Q Review: Ryan's Masters Week and Lecom Suncoast Classic

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 27:49


    Ryan gives us Masters reflections from his time on the Augusta ropes and we cover the Korn Ferry Tour and Americas Tour Monday qualifying results.

    The Masters with Adam Schenk and Willy Wilcox

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 51:01


    Ryan French and Mark Baldwin are joined by Masters rookie, Adam Schenk, and Sungjae Im's caddie, Willy Wilcox. 

    Monday Q Review: Hardware Store Worker Qualifies for Valero Texas Open!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 31:51


    Alex Welch works five days a week at his family's hardware store and Monday qualified into the PGA Tour's Valero Texas Open. Ryan French and Mark Baldwin tell Welch's story, discuss the qualifier, and are joined by Champions Tour and social media standout, Greg Chalmers. Mark discusses spending part of his Easter weekend with Phil Mickelson. 

    Monday Q Review: Houston Open, Ford Championship, Galleri Classic, Totalplay Championship

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 33:25


    Ryan French and Mark Baldwin are joined by Callum McNeill who just Monday qualified into the Houston Open. They share stories and results from this week's qualifiers from around the world of golf. 

    Evan Harmeling's Wild Monday Q Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 35:00


    After 12 years as a pro, Evan Harmeling successfully Monday qualified for his first PGA Tour event at the Puerto Rico Open and finished in the top 10. The end of the tournament was wild and both Harmeling and his caddie join Ryan French to give a play-by-play of the events that earned Harmeling a spot in the following PGA Tour event, the Valspar Championship. 

    The Ecstatic Family of a Successful Monday Qualifier

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 11:17


    Kevin Aylwin successfully Monday qualified for the Valspar Championship after 12 years as a pro. Ryan French spoke with Kevin's wife, Chelsea, and mom, Lisa, about what it means in this bonus episode of AGM. 

    Jessica Hadwin Makes Her Podcast Debut

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 28:52


    Any Given Monday was honored to give the mic to Jessica Hadwin, social media sensation, Mom, all-around interesting personality and importantly, Adam's Boss. She talks about her Twitter account, life of Tour, being a newsmaker, Adam's game, the family's foundation, and "The Tackle." 

    Chase Johnson Is Making the Most of his PGA Tour Starts

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2024 28:12


    Chase Johnson received the Sifford exemption into the Genesis Invitational at Riviera and got to spend time with Tiger Wood en route to making the cut. This week, he'll tee it up in the Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches (formerly Honda Classic) and try to build on his momentum. Johnson discusses his first few years on tour, running out of money, playing cash games for more money than he had in his savings account, and the vital charges in his game that have led to this point. 

    Jimmy "Hard K" Knous Goes Out In Style

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2024 17:20


    Jim Knous ended his 12 year professional golf career with a made cut at the Waste Management Open and a flurry of birdies on the back 9. With a start date for a new job on the horizon, Hard K birdied the final two holes of his professional golf career going out in unforgettable fashion. He reflects on a week that couldn't have been scripted any better. 

    Jordan Weber is the World's Best Virtual Golfer

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2024 42:20


    Jordan Weber is the leading money winner on the NEXT Golf Tour, an international professional tour played on simulators, but his story is so much better than that. From battling the yips and quitting pro golf to finding his way back in the simulators, Weber has a great story. 

    Twins Win: Jeremy and Yannik Paul

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2024 26:10


    Before Yannik Paul was a DPWT winner, and his brother, Jeremy, was a Korn Ferry Tour winner, the identical twins were living and practicing together while chasing mini tours. Now, they are closer than ever to fulfilling their dream of competing together on the PGA Tour. 

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    Hayden Springer is the Story of the Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2023 29:33


    Hayden and Emma Springer lost their three-year-old daughter, Sage, to Trisomy18 last month before Springer's inspired performance at Q-school. It is by far the most poignant and remarkable golf story of the year. Hayden and Emma join the pod to share what they're feeling (note: the second half of the interview is with both Hayden and Emma and is available to subscribers of mondayq.com only. Please become a subscriber for access). 

    Michael Kim: PGA Tour Winner, Social Media Star

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 37:16


    Michael Kim has found his lane on Twitter and fans absolutely love it. Kim talks about his social media aims and finding his way "out of the dark cave." He also talks about the state of the professional game and what the shifting landscape looks like from his perspective. 

    PGA Tour Cards Up For Grabs at Q-school's Final Stage

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 38:35


    Dylan Meyer, Wes Homan and Callum McNeill discuss their preparation for the all-important final stage of Q-school with 5 PGA Tour cards up for grabs. 

    Suspended Golfer Jake Staiano Tells His Gambling Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 29:21


    Professional golfer Jake Staiano was suspended for three months for violating the PGA Tour's "Integrity Program," rules that prohibit members from gambling on golf competition. The Tour provided no context around Staiano's suspension, so Staiano joined Any Given Monday to share those important details. 

    The Penalty Between Shad Tuten and a PGA Tour Card

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 39:36


    When Shad Tuten finished the final hole of the Korn Ferry Tour Championship, he'd done enough to earn his PGA Tour card. Moments later, everything changed when a penalty cost him his dream. 

    Sanderson Farms Championship Monday Q Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2023 42:10


    Ryan French and Mark Baldwin speak with two of the successful Monday qualifiers for this week's Sanderson Farms Championship, Zack Fischer and Brett White. We breakdown the Monday Q results and Fischer and White talk about their hopes for this week's PGA Tour start. 

    Alexa Pano Discusses LPGA Win, Patriots Sponsorship and Being a MQI Fan

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2023 26:01


    At a recent LPGA event, Alexa Pano told host Ryan French she was a fan of Any Given Monday. So, naturally, we invited her on the show. As one of the stars of the Netflix show, "The Short Game," Pano has been in the spotlight for a long time. She discusses winning  on her 19th birthday, the challenges of the playing on the LPGA Tour, and her dream sponsorship with the New England Patriots.

    Financial Costs with a KFT Pro, an Asian Tour Pro and an Epson Tour Pro

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2023 50:58


    Three players with status on different tours discuss the specific costs of playing pro golf and how they budget throughout a season. 

    Brad Adamonis: Legendary Grinder and Monday Q Record Holder

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2023 41:04


    Brad Adamonis reveals the secret to winning a tournament as the 30th alternate, why it's better not to know you have a putt to win a PGA Tour event, and how many Monday Qualifiers he has played in his extensive career. 

    Was Barstool's KFT coverage a success? Riggs joins to discuss

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 33:13


    The Korn Ferry Tour's NV5 Invitational at The Glen Club in Glenview, Ill., delivered an exciting finish last week. The reason fans were able to watch it is because Barstool Sports broadcast it on Barstool TV. Ryan French is joined by Barstool personality Sam "Riggs" Bozoian to unpack the a week that pushed the envelope. 

    Monday Q Review - The Open Championship, The 'Cuda and a Price Cutter Playoff

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 25:45


    Ryan French and Mark Baldwin share stories from The Barracuda Championship Monday qualifier. Ryan reveals his Open Championship qualifier dark horse picks and shares his love for 11-for-2 playoffs. 

    Caddying for Christina Kim at the LPGA's Dana Open

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2023 44:09


    Any Given Monday's usual host, Ryan French, is in the hot seat talking about his first three days caddying for three-time LPGA Champion, Christina Kim, at the Dana Open. 

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    John Deere Classic Monday Q Review with Peter Kuest and Reid Martin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2023 40:49


    The John Deere Classic Monday qualifier was won by Reid Martin, who shot 10 under par to win by 3. Martin is a former PGA Tour caddie who hasn't played a Monday qualifier in eight years. Martin joins the livestream to chat about what this means to his journey. Peter Kuest finished t-4 last week at the Rocket Mortgage Classic and is on the verge of earning special temporary membership on the PGA Tour. Kuest joins us to discuss his meteoric rise.

    Monday Q Review - Rocket Mortgage Classic

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023 20:12


    The Monday Q Review of the Rocket Mortgage Classic Monday qualifier. We also review the results of the two Korn Ferry Tour Monday Qs and discuss Ryan's next caddying gigs. 

    Twins Peaking with Parker Coody

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2023 20:58


    Twin brothers Pierceson and Parker Coody are on the rise in the professional game.  Pierceson is a two-time winner on the Korn Ferry Tour and his brother hopes to soon join him as a champion. Parker posted a 64 in the final round of the AT&T Byron Nelson earlier this season, flew to Kansas City that night for a Korn Ferry Tour Monday qualfier, and made it through. He topped his performance at the Byron Nelson with a T-4 finish on KFT, solidifying his place on that tour for the remainder of the season. Coody discusses his rise, his focus, his brother and his future. 

    U.S. Open Cut Day with Nick Hardy and Willy Wilcox

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2023 39:18


    Mark Baldwin and Ryan French discuss the U.S. Open and are joined by Nick Hardy, who enters the weekend in the top 20. Willy Wilcox is caddying for amateur star, Ben Carr, and drops in to share his experience. The duo made the cut on the number and will play the weekend. 

    Nuclear Golf with Air Force Veteran, Tom Whitney

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2023 37:27


    Tom Whitney is an Air Force veteran, a nuclear missile operator and in the top 20 on the Korn Ferry Tour points list. On Memorial Day, AGM discusses his past service, his golf career and the loss of his brother, another military vet. 

    Storytime with Butch Harmon, Michael Bamberger and Sam Reeves

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 64:03


    Michael Bamberger guest hosts this amazing conversation with Butch Harmon and two subjects from his book, The Ball in the Air, Sam Reeves and Ryan French. This incredible conversation is full of stories, philosophy and laughs. Ryan French was lucky enough to sit in on the entire thing. 

    The Amazing Pratima Sherpa

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 26:49


    Pratima Sherpa found golf living in a maintenance shed in Nepal with her family. Her first golf club was a tree branch fashioned into the shape of a club. She fell in love with the game and it changed her life. Sherpa has been the subject of the ESPN 30-for-30, "A Mountain to Climb," and is now one of the main subject's of Michael Bamberger's new book, The Ball in the Air. She discusses her journey and her role in the book. 

    The Journeyman, Scott Gutschewski

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 21:46


    At 46 years old, Scott Gutschewski lost his PGA Tour card last season and was sent back to the Korn Ferry Tour. A week and a half ago, and 15 years after his last win, Gutschewski shot 21-under-par and won the LECOM Suncoast Classic in a playoff, greatly increasing his chances of earning his way back. He spoke with Any Given Monday about his win, his life and his future. 

    Nick Hardy and Davis Riley on Winning the Zurich Classic

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2023 15:52


    Nick Hardy had missed 5 consecutive cuts when he joined Ryan French and Any Given Monday after the Bay Hill Invitational. Despite the poor results, Hardy said he was close; if could just gain some momentum, he could turn his season around. In New Orleans - the place of jazz, creole, and rhythm - Hardy found that momentum with Davis Riley as his partner. The duo teamed up and won the Zurich Classic. The team joins AGM to reflect on winning on the PGA Tour. 

    Spencer "The GOAT" Levin

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2023 20:06


    Two weeks ago, Spencer Levin didn't really have a job. The man with 341 combined starts between the PGA and Korn Ferry Tours, and 147 made cuts on the PGA Tour, didn't have a regular place to compete. That is, until he arrived in Dallas for the Veritex Bank Championship qualifier. Levin discusses his "magical week," the struggles of the past few years, and his new outlook on professional golf. 

    Running It Back at Zurich with Justin Lower and Dylan Wu

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 25:42


    After last season's top-10 finish at the Zurich Classic, Justin Lower and Dylan Wu are running it back. The duo discuss alternate shot and best ball strategy for the week, and how their team came together (hint: wives). 

    Luke Kwon: Near Death, New Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2023 29:15


    Former Oklahoma Sooner, Luke Kwon, has been around the world chasing professional golf and door-to-door selling sponsorships. Now focused on creating video content with Good Good Golf, Kwon discusses how he nearly died from a head injury five months ago, and how he's since rediscovered his love for the game. 

    The Hustler, Peter Lansburgh

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2023 28:25


     Peter Lansburgh became known as "The Hustler" when Monday Q Info shared his story with golf fans. Lansburgh discusses his debut on the PGA Tour at the Valero Texas Open, and what the craziness of the last week has been like. 

    The Ball in the Air with Michael Bamberger

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2023 65:41


    In this special episode we discuss the new book, The Ball in the Air: A Golfing Adventure, with author Michael Bamberger. Pro Golfer Mark Baldwin moderates a discussion between one of the book's main subjects, Ryan French, and Michael Bamberger. 

    Hardball with Nick Hardy

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2023 34:32


    Nick Hardy is a rising star on the PGA Tour but has recently battled some of the worst results of his professional career. Hardy discusses elevated events, an "unfortunate" situation at Bay Hill with Kamaiu Johnson,  and his plan to bounce back from poor play. 

    Ryan Gerard Conquers The Honda

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 24:45


    Korn Ferry Tour rookie, Ryan Gerard, successfully Monday qualified for the Honda Classic and spent much of the tournament in contention. He finished solo 4th on Sunday earning a massive paycheck, temporary special member points, and a spot in the Puerto Rico Open. Gerard talks about the pressure, the performance and what it means to his career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Austen Truslow is Back at the Sony Open!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2023 37:50


    The hits kept coming for Austen Truslow. After contending in multiple Korn Ferry Tour events, he has battled through a series of unfortunate events that left him sidelined for 21 months. In his first competitive round back, he successfully Monday Qualified for the Sony Open this week. Ryan speaks to Austen as Austen prepares for the first round in Oahu, Hawaii. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Best of The Grind 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2022 44:04


    Ryan French revisits some of his favorite interviews from 2022. This year end episode features clips from the most insightful and entertaining interviews of The Grind. A 16-for-1 playoff, Patrick "Mr. Monday Q" Flavin, golf's most entertaining personalities, the golf scandal of the year, and more. Happy New Year!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Breaking Through with Brady Calkins and Alistair Docherty

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 39:59


    Alistair Docherty and Brady Calkins were triumphant at final stage of Korn Ferry Tour Q school, earning guaranteed starts for next season. The two discuss Q school, reflect on the journey, share stories of celebration, and look forward to the first events of the new year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Long Game with Brandon Matthews

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022 51:31


    Brandon Mathews is one of the longest players in professional golf. He and wife Danielle discuss Brandon's first year on the PGA Tour, hitting bombs and honeymooning at the Sanderson Farms Championship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Inside the Mind: Reflections of a U.S. Women's AM Champ

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2022 65:06


    The pressures of stardom, self-care and empowerment: Jensen Castle joins the The Grind for a candid conversation about the transformative year after her 2021 U.S. Women's Amateur victory. She explains why her story is more than the No. 63 seed and other revelations that followed the hardest week of her career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    FULL SEND with Robert Garrigus

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 55:59


    PGA Tour member Robert Garrigus is known for his unfiltered, blunt honesty. In this episode he calls players out, talks LIV and PGA Tour leadership, tells wild stories, and discusses the future of the professional game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Pursuit of Happiness with Mark Baldwin

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2022 36:43


    Professional golfer Mark Baldwin recently traveled to first stage of DP World Tour Q-School in Denmark. He wrote about the sights, recorded the sounds and compiled the experience into this special pod. Enjoy a trip to one of the world's happiest countries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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