At The Turn

Mini drivers, zero torque putters, and 9-woods. Are these going to be part of the game for years to come, or a distant memory in ten years time? That's what the boys debate in this week's episode, but there's so much more! An extended handicap report features Joe's impulsive decision to purchase a new putter. Reebok stars past and present collide: would you rather have the career of Allen Iverson or Bryson DeChambeau?

A seemingly simple topic, with complex results. The fellas stop at the halfway house and choose their favorite foods to buy at the golf course. Is it too early for a mid-season slump? Not according to the fellas. Both find themselves in a rut, and search for answers to get out of it. Joe is taking his first golf lesson in over twenty years and shares his trepidations.

The PGA Championship is a Major, but it is unquestionably the fourth most interesting one. The fellas attempt to do what no other golf podcast has been brave enough to try: fix the PGA. After that, they offer their expert analysis on who will win the tournament.

Instruction takes many forms, and on this episode of the show Nick and Joe recount tales of leaking oil down the stretch for your benefit. Not all collapses are created equal and the fellas are trying to talk it out in hopes of learning how to get it into the house. Before all that, a tale of glory from links: ordering Door Dash (not a sponsor) to the 10th tee box.

A 30-foot double breaking putt, a flushed fairway bunker approach, executing a tee shot on a narrow hole. Even in the darkest times on the course, there's ALWAYS shots that keep us coming back. The fellas list their top five. Before that, they break down early returns in the 2025 golf season.

Joe hit a guy with his tee shot. Nick had a five putt. Golf season is here, baby!!! Even though we're only a few weeks into spring, the fellas have too many juicy stories not to share with the patrons. Stay tuned until the end of the episode, Nick Rules explains how you've been miscounting your putts.

It's here! The 2025 Masters is this week. The boys touch on the biggest storylines: Scottie bland Champions Dinner menu, can Rory actually get it done, and controversial figures in the field. After that they pick their winners and Dane shares the exciting things he's doing over at Matchstick HQ.

Wear what you want to wear, is the mantra of the returning champ and fashion expert: Greg Monteforte of GolfThreads. Our pal also shares the latest spring trends, brands at affordable prices for those trends, and his tips for deciding if a social media brand is good or a grifting. Before that we touch on Tiger Woods' latest conquest, please respect his privacy at this time...

Who among us hasn't fired one off of the hosel? We've all hit a shank in our day and you know what, that's ok. The fellas break down their experiences with the most terrifying shot in golf. Before that, Joe reports on early season results and Phil finished third on LIV.

Titleist, Callaway, Srixon oh my! The golf ball is the only piece of equipment used on every shot, yet its importance is often overlooked. The fellas and friend of the program Bryan Romey discuss their personal preferences, as well as their three keys for choosing the right one. Before that the boys assess their offseason goals and shower some love on the viral golf shot being disparaged by Cool Kids Media.

Friend of the show Justin Smoot returns for another epic appearance. He gives a full breakdown of how to hold golf club correctly, along with other sage advice that only he can dispense.

January is peak tinkering time for golfers and the fellas detail how they are spending their offseason to improve that handicap. After that, they briefly touch on TGL before talking about Nick's annual trip to Orlando for the 2025 PGA Merchandise show.

The fellas daydream about warm weather and set their goals for the year ahead. Before that a preview (of sorts) of the TGL, which is a thing that is apparently still happening. Sign up for the 2025 Survivor Pool here: https://www.officefootballpool.com/pools.cfm?poolid=207762&p=2&pwd=w04tjn

Goals are something we all set, but this is ONLY podcast to keep receipts! That's right, the fellas reflect on their year's in golf and own up to the ambitious goals set in 2024. Before that, Patrick Cantlay finally wore everyone down and is getting milk money for the privilege of representing the US of A in the Ryder Cup.

From travel, to vlogs and everything in between, the fellas scroll their phones and discuss their favorite social media accounts to follow. Before that, an update on Anthony Kim. What's the correct number of balls to carry during a round. And one last adventure before handicap season closes for 2024.

Before those clubs start collecting dust, the fellas take stock of what they think their offseason's will look like. Friend of the program, Dane Delgado stops by to talk about the fabulous new selection of products from Matchstick Golf. And Smokin' Charley Hull's new plan to combat slow play is discussed.

Zero torque putters are the hottest piece of equipment in golf since the ProV1, but are they really the savior that disciples claim they are? Nick has begun his extensive research into these flatsticks and shares everything he's learned: are they this good? Who are they for? And why haven't the big brands released them? Before that, the fellas laugh about the "changes" the PGA Tour is making to the Waste Management Open in 2025.

We've all done it. Made a snide comment. Razz your buddies. Flat out tried to play mind games with your match play opponent. The fellas detail the best way to talk trash. Stories of seeing it done well & how it can go oh so wrong. Before that, an update on the rapidly disappearing golf season, including the conclusion of Joe's scramble league.

We've all been on the tee box of a short par 4 thinking "there's no way I can get it there" and oops, you hit it perfect. Now what? The fellas share their experiences and dive into the etiquette of this minefield. Then, how to make mid-round tweaks that can turn a bad round into a grind mode special.

If you have a better title episode for this show, please do write in. The fellas delve into the exciting world of golf accessories and decide if they're overrated, underrated or properly. Tools like a Swiss army divot tool. GPS/Bluetooth pager. And, of course alignment stick covers. Before all that silliness, the boys touch on the Tom Kim nontroversy at President's Cup.

Many have tried, many have failed. Everyone has opinions about what can be to unite and creating a more interesting version of professional golf. The boys dip their toes in these murky waters to come up with some ideas about how to get casual fans more invested in the non-Majors.

We've all had THOSE rounds. That special one at the prestige course. This is not your typical Saturday afternoon. The boys lay out their recipe for success. The dos and dont's of playing at a big time course.

It should be the best moment of a golfer's life, making an ace. For some reason, this rarest of rare occasion has morphed into a responsibility of making sure the entire clubhouse is properly loaded. What is the appropriate amount of liquor to buy after a hole-in-one? And, punching season is right around the corner. Do people actually care that much?

Most people wish they could roll the clock back with the knowledge they have now. Make that double for golfers! The fellas sit down with newly obsessed golfer and hilarious comedian Jeremiah Coughlan. They chat about what got him into the game, then dive into all of the things they wished they knew when they first started playing golf.

It may be trite to call the first swing on the first hole the most important shot of the day, but baby, it's the truth! The whole tone of the day can set by a missile in the mayor's office or a poof ball into the driving range. The fellas share what they do to make sure 18 holes aren't ruined by one thoughtless strike and recount tales of woe on the opening tee.

Golf is full of social landmines and some transgressions are more serious than others. The fellas attempt to determine which common etiquette niceties are crucial to get right and which ones don't really matter all that much.

You ever feel like your golf game in a slump and you can't figure out a way to pull yourself out of it? Well, you're in luck! Nick spoke with a pro about that very subject and imparts his newfound wisdom on all of us. Then, Lydia Ko grabs gold in Paris and gets into the LPGA Hall of Fame. Finally, Matt Kuchar finds a new and insane way to make a fool out of himself on the PGA Tour.

Scottie's late charge gets him the gold medal, Tommy hangs on for silver, Hideki makes the podium and Rahm and Rory choke. What a weekend of Olympic Golf! The fellas break down the sensational Sunday in France and look ahead to the Women's competition. After that, a special guest joins show to break the highs and lows of volunteering for the LPGA at the Portland Classic.

Statistics show that golfers carrying their clubs don't actually burn more calories than those that use push carts. So, why aren't you pushing? The fellas lay out the very logical case for using push carts, and make a few recommendations before Nick details his nightmare trying to use a motorized one.

Scotland is on the bucket list for any golfer and Joe details what it was like playing some of the most famous and challenging golf courses in the world, changing his shoes next to Rickie Fowler, putting on the same green Gary Player was hamming it up on and attending The Open championship.

Would you raw dog Johnnie Walker - Blue Label out of the Claret Jug without getting it cleaned? Is calling the winner Champion Golfer of the Year pretentious, or cool as hell? Should you wake up at 3am to watch The Open TV coverage? The fellas answer the tough questions about the year's final major. Before that, they spend some time chatting about the surprising selection of Keegan Bradley as the 2025 U.S. Ryder Cup Captain.

What irks you on the golf course? Pace of play? Lack of practice bunkers? Unavailability of ball washers? The fellas complain into their microphones about all the things that rub them the wrong way. Before that, Joe details how he made 7 birdies and still shot over par.

Alright, you've reached the green, have 15 feet for birdie, now what? The fellas detail their tips and tricks for green reading. Then, an incredible follow-up to friend of the program Bryan Romey's U.S. Open qualifying round. Let's just say the USGA is out of line.

Lining up your playing partners putt, playing as a fivesome, backstopping and more! The fellas had a lot of rules to sort out after their resounding victory in the 2024 Corner Club Open and what better way to do that than the first ever (!) all Nick Rules Edition of At The Turn.

Stuck in a golfing rut? Getting the same result round after round got you down? We've got the cure! It's a brand new episode of At The Turn focusing on how to avoid midseason burnout. After talking Joe off a ledge, Matchstick Golf's Dane Delgado shares some exciting updates about one of Forbes Magazine's Top 10 Best Golf Businesses of 2024.

The 2024 U.S. Open is here! The fellas rehash the beauty that was the 1999 U.S. Open. Payne Stewart's legendary victory over Tiger, Phil, Vijay and Duval. Then, is Old Man Par really worth celebrating? The boys delve into that and more in Overrated, Underrated, Properly Rated. Finally, they share who they think will win this year's edition.

With the season about halfway over it's time to reflect on what we've done well and work on the weak spots. The boys discuss the mid-season adjustments they're making. Nick also teed off too early at his home course and got in some trouble for it.

$200? $2,000? What is your threshold for pain when it comes crazy green fees? The fellas break down when you should pay and when you should bolt. Then, when going on a Golf Trip should you make time for other activities or just play until your calluses have calluses?

Want to know how it feels to compete under U.S. Open pressure? Well, friend of the program Bryan Romey recounts his experience playing a qualifier for our national open. Nick caddied for him and shares his perspective as well. It's unlike any episode we've done before, so give it a listen!

The strongest field in golf, Michael Block stealing the spotlight, Tiger teeing it up. The fellas decide what's under the radar and what's being blown way out of proportion. Then, they make their picks for the 2024 PGA Championship. Spoiler: not Scottie Chef.

It's something we've all talked about after a few beers on the 19th hole: I'm going to try and qualify for the U.S. Open. Well, friend of the program Bryan Romey is putting his putter where his mouth is. Next week he's competing in local qualifying for the 2024 U.S. Open. He shares his goals, hilarious practice round and expectations of the big day. And, oh yeah, Nick is going to loop for him!

Sure, teeing it up with your regular foursome is always a treat, but when was the last time you experienced the magic of sharing 4-plus hours with complete strangers? This week the boys examine the beauty of playing with randoms. Then, is anyone else noticing how penal 9-hole rounds are for your handicap? Nick is. Stay tuned for an epic rant about the new handicapping system.

Surely everyone knows how to drive a golf cart. Right? RIGHT!?!? Well, friends you'd be surprised. With golf season in full swing the boys go over the basics and advanced protocols when operating a motorized vehicle on the fairways.

Don't compound mistakes. Stick to your putting routine. No 6s on par 5s. We've all heard the best ways to course management success, but how do you actually do it? The fellas share their cerebral strategies. Before that, a brief recap of the 2024 Masters: Scottie wins (duh), Ludvig impresses and Captain Zach Johnson finds yet another way to embarrass himself.

Is the Par-3 Contest fun? How cool are Green Jackets? Do so many amateurs belong in the field? It's Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated: Masters edition with Matchstick Golf Founder Dane Delgado. Excited updates are shared about the premier ball marker company in the game, before the gang makes their picks for the 2024 Masters.

We've all been victims and victimized others on the golf course, but what is the appropriate way to react when you accident pipe one into another group? How mad should you be when the threesome behind you hits your cart with their tee shot? The fellas break down the do's and don'ts and also share their experiences with both sides of this tricky coin.

We're going fast! Nick is gaining speed and is letting you behind the curtain. He details the techniques that are already showing signs of success on the course. Plus, the fellas talk Happy Gilmore 2, which is apparently a go.

Do you feel guilty ditching work or skipping your niece's birthday party in favor of the golf course? The boys chat about the pressure of playing when maybe you shouldn't be. Would you rather returns, discussing the best time of day to play. Finally, tee it high and let it fly: hitting houses (probably) isn't your fault.

Intimidated by the process of going in for a club fitting? Don't worry, anyone can do it! Joe emerges from his cave, embraces the 21st century, and details the process from start to finish. Including, how he broke his driver on the path to finding his perfect fit. Then, should a golfer be measured by the size of their divots? The fellas explore the social media phenomenon of celebrating enormous beaver pelts.

Nick returns! And, Joe needs a new driver. The boys talk about where to begin such a crucial process. Sometimes when you play a good round you just want to play more golf, well friend, that's bonus. Finally, the dumbest thing you've ever done on the course, likely doesn't compete with the story on this week's show.

Starting in 2024, Par 3 golf courses now count toward your handicap. How that happens is Director Handicapping and Course Rating with the Oregon Golf Association - Gretchen Yoder - spends the winter traversing the state to make sure courses that want to be rated, are rated. We also discuss the other changes to the World Handicapping System and how she deals with the abnormal when trying to create a level playing field.