Fairway To Heaven

Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng chat with Jeff Bullock from TUGR to discuss world golf rankings and what they actually mean. On the back of 6 special invites to the PGA Championship for LIV Golfers, Bullock breaks down where he has the likes of Dean Burmester and Talor Gooch ranked in the world, and why the OWGR format is currently flawed. Jerry and Su-Ann also discuss Brooks' big win at LIV Golf Singapore, Ripper GC going back to back, and who they think is more likely to win at Valhalla, Jon Rahm or Brooks Koepka. Stick around to watch Heng and Foltz play a game of, “How well do you know your co-host?” 00:00:00 - Intro00:04:51 - LIV Golf Singapore Recap00:17:11 - Jeff Bullock Joins the Show00:20:11 - How TUGR Golf Rankings are Calculated00:23:35 - Ranking Talor Gooch00:27:45 - The Future of World Golf Rankings00:29:07 - PGA Championship is the Strongest Field in Golf00:34:59 - Ranking Louis Oosthuizen00:36:57 - Koepka or Rahm at the PGA Championship00:42:04 - Reacting to Jeff Bullock Conversation00:45:29 - LIV Golfers playing in PGA Championship00:46:32 - FTH Listeners Weigh in on Brooks vs. Rahm at PGA Championship00:50:54 - Responding to FTH Listener Questions00:51:09 - Meaning of LIV Golf Teams Home Courses00:53:40 - Most Memorable hole on LIV Golf this Year00:56:20 - LIV Golf Dream Team00:58:44 - What's Going on with 4Aces GC?01:02:15 - How Well Do You Know Your Co-Host?

Adrian Meronk joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his move to LIV Golf this season. The newest member of Cleeks GC talks about the culture shock of moving from Poland to Tennessee, finding success on the DP World Tour, and enjoying his life on LIV Golf. The Polish phenom also discusses who the funniest member of Cleeks GC is and what life is like in Dubai. Stick around for Jerry and Su-Ann responding to comments on Fairway to Heaven's social media accounts.00:00:00 - Intro00:00:43 - Previewing LIV Golf Singapore00:05:17 - Recapping LIV Golf Adelaide00:07:22 - Jon Rahm's LIV Golf Career So Far00:11:14 - Adrian Meronk Joins the Show00:12:57 - Hobbies Away From Golf00:17:10 - Moving from Poland to Tennessee00:19:20 - Choosing a Career in Golf00:23:17 - Missing Out on the Ryder Cup00:26:35 - Enjoying Life on LIV Golf00:29:50 - Representing Poland00:31:34 - Funniest on Cleeks GC00:33:08 - Fairway to Love00:38:30 - Life in Dubai00:41:40 - What Don't We Know About Adrian00:47:02- Responding to FTH Fans on Social Media 

Harold Varner III joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng to talk about his place in the world of golf and what he believes can be most influential in terms of opportunity, equity, and competition. The newest member of 4Aces GC touches on what it means to be his authentic self, reasons for joining LIV Golf, and how race has always played a role in his golfing career. Jerry and Su-Ann also share who they think will win individually and as a team at LIV Golf Adelaide.00:00:00 - Intro00:01:02 - Picks for Adelaide00:03:48 - Harold Varner III Joins the Show00:06:36 - Being Authentic00:11:15 - Joining 4Aces GC00:13:15 - Winning LIV Golf Washington DC00:15:01 - HV3 Foundation00:18:43 - Becoming Better on LIV Golf00:24:57 - Great Relationship with Louis Oosthuizen00:27:39 - HV3's Farming and Hunting00:35:09 - Family Life00:43:17 - The Role and Responsibilities Tied to Race00:50:32 - Changing Golf00:55:00 - Outro 

Marc Leishman joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng to discuss the life altering moments by his wife's side while she battled through a bad sepsis diagnosis. Leishman talks about what golf in Australia means to him, the emergence of his son's golf talent, and the story of joining LIV Golf with his best bud, Cam Smith. The 13-time winner worldwide shares his favorite drunk story of falling asleep on a flight home to Melbourne and becomes the 3rd member of Ripper GC to play Quick 5 with Su-Ann. Also, Jerry shares his thoughts on Jim Nantz's comments during the final round of The Masters. 00:00:00 - Intro00:03:51 - Masters Recap00:12:10 - Jerry Calls Out Jim Nantz00:16:05 - Marc Leishman Joins the Podcast00:21:47 - Meeting Mrs. Leishman00:24:20 - The Leishman's Battle with Sepsis00:36:12 - Father Son Golf00:41:10 - Leishman on the Guitar00:43:50 - Golf Successes00:46:25 - Golf in Australia00:52:05 - LIV Golf Adelaide01:03:20 - Leishman Lager Drunk Stories01:07:39 - Joining LIV Golf01:16:09 - Quick 5 Australian Edition01:20:39 - Outro

Louis Oosthuizen joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng to discuss his absence from The Masters for the first time since 2008. Stinger GC's captain discusses winning The Open Championship at St. Andrews, having the Grand Slam of runner-ups at Major Championships, and farm life in Florida with his family. Jerry and Su-Ann recap LIV Golf Miami and give their picks for Masters week. 00:00:00 - Intro00:02:07 - LIV Golf Miami Recap00:05:31 - The Masters Coverage of LIV Golfers00:14:58 - Louis Oosthuizen Joins the Podcast00:18:55 - Life in Florida on the Farm00:31:33 - Louis' Perfect Swing00:37:46 - Runner-Up Grand Slam Winner00:45:22 - Missing the Masters00:59:40 - Hardest Name in Golf to Spell01:02:56 - Success at St. Andrews01:06:00 - Lip-Syncing01:10:22 - Louis57 Wine01:14:51 - Biggest Success01:16:49 - Outro01:19:10 - Masters Picks

Cameron Smith joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his confidence going into Masters Week. Ripper GC's captain talks about playing his best golf at Augusta National, what it means to him to represent Australia at the Olympics and President's Cup, and the legacy he wants to leave behind at LIV Golf as a record breaker. Smith talks about married life, the joy of being able to play multiple professional golf events a year down under, and what he's most proud of so far in his career, winning the Open Championship. 0:00 - Intro1:08 - Picks for LIV Golf Miami2:25 - Launching FTH Social Media4:24 - Cam Smith Joins the Podcast6:58 - Getting Married11:33 - Representing Australian Golf15:40 - Winning The Open Championship17:33 - Cam's Process24:15 - Jeddah 202325:03 - Players Championship 202226:54 - Moving to LIV Golf28:40 - Australian Golf Fans33:43 - First LIV Golf Win35:02 - The Masters38:14 - What's Next for Cam Smith39:40 - Most Proud Of44:00 - Quick 5 Australian Edition47:05 - Outro

Graeme McDowell joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his love of golf, football (or soccer), whiskey, and horse racing. The 2010 U.S. Open champion talks about what it meant to his dad to win on Father's Day, investing in his hobbies outside of golf, and how he deals with pressure on the golf course. McDowell shares his fun facts about time spent with Sir Alex Ferguson and Lou Holtz and why his son's favorite golfer in the world is Talor Gooch. 00:00-Intro 01:45-Peter Malnati Wins the Valspar 05:14-New LPGA Tour Event 06:54-LIV Miami Preview 12:08-Graeme McDowell Joins the Podcast 13:50-McDowell's Love Story 17:00-Owning a Competitive Horse 23:13-Love of Football 29:01-Grey Coast Irish Whiskey 32:47-Pouring a Guinness the Right Way 35:00-Moving to Birmingham for College 41:00-Winning the U.S. Open 45:40-Moving to LIV Golf 49:54-Getting Traded to Smash GC 59:10-Dealing with the Pressure 01:05:33-Where Do You See Yourself in 10 Years 01:07:32-Traveling Around Ireland with a Pigeon 01:11:02-Graeme McDowell's Legacy 01:14:51-Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Graeme McDowell joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his love of golf, football (or soccer), whiskey, and horse racing. The 2010 U.S. Open champion talks about what it meant to his dad to win on Father's Day, investing in his hobbies outside of golf, and how he deals with pressure on the golf course. McDowell shares his fun facts about time spent with Sir Alex Ferguson and Lou Holtz and why his son's favorite golfer in the world is Talor Gooch.00:00-Intro01:45-Peter Malnati Wins the Valspar05:14-New LPGA Tour Event06:54-LIV Miami Preview12:08-Graeme McDowell Joins the Podcast13:50-McDowell's Love Story17:00-Owning a Competitive Horse23:13-Love of Football29:01-Grey Coast Irish Whiskey32:47-Pouring a Guinness the Right Way35:00-Moving to Birmingham for College41:00-Winning the U.S. Open45:40-Moving to LIV Golf49:54-Getting Traded to Smash GC59:10-Dealing with the Pressure01:05:33-Where Do You See Yourself in 10 Years01:07:32-Traveling Around Ireland with a Pigeon01:11:02-Graeme McDowell's Legacy01:14:51-Outro

Abraham Ancer joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his pathway from growing up in Reynosa to becoming the first Mexican ranked inside the top 100 of the Official World Golf Rankings. The Hong Kong 2024 winner talks about his difficult final round en route to his first LIV Golf win, the experience of playing junior college golf before earning a scholarship to Oklahoma, and getting the chance to face his childhood hero, Tiger Woods, as the first ever Mexican to play in the President's Cup. Ancer also speaks about the viral edited video of Tiger lifting his hat before the winning putt in their singles match.

Abraham Ancer joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his pathway from growing up in Reynosa to becoming the first Mexican ranked inside the top 100 of the Official World Golf Rankings. The Hong Kong 2024 winner talks about his difficult final round en route to his first LIV Golf win, the experience of playing junior college golf before earning a scholarship to Oklahoma, and getting the chance to face his childhood hero, Tiger Woods, as the first ever Mexican to play in the President's Cup. Ancer also speaks about the viral edited video of Tiger lifting his hat before the winning putt in their singles match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peter Uihlein joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his vast experience in the international golf world. The newly initiated member of RangeGoats GC talks about the surprise of being traded from 4Aces GC, raising 2 children while being a professional golfer, and the long history of golf in his family. Uihlein also speaks about his early success in his golfing career and getting back to what he loves on LIV Golf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peter Uihlein joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his vast experience in the international golf world. The newly initiated member of RangeGoats GC talks about the surprise of being traded from 4Aces GC, raising 2 children while being a professional golfer, and the long history of golf in his family. Uihlein also speaks about his early success in his golfing career and getting back to what he loves on LIV Golf.

Tyrrell Hatton joins Jerry Foltz & Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss what went into his decision on joining LIV Golf. Hatton talks about his relatability on the course and the keys to his team's successful dynamic. Hatton also discusses his adjustment to the new format, off course hobbies and jobs prior to golf. Jerry & Su-Ann take a deep dive into what led Hatton to becoming the world class player he is today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tyrrell Hatton joins Jerry Foltz & Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss what went into his decision on joining LIV Golf. Hatton talks about his relatability on the course and the keys to his team's successful dynamic. Hatton also discusses his adjustment to the new format, off course hobbies and jobs prior to golf. Jerry & Su-Ann take a deep dive into what led Hatton to becoming the world class player he is today.

Anirban Lahiri joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his life in Dubai and the short trip over to Jeddah for this week's LIV Golf Event. Lahiri talks about the pressures of being India's most decorated golfer and choosing golf over cricket or the medical field at a young age. He also speaks about the discourse around winning on LIV Golf and the realities of how hard of a feat that is to accomplish. AND Su-Ann uncovers the secret formula behind much of Anirban's excellent play, 10-day meditation retreats where he doesn't speak to anyone, with his voice or on his phone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anirban Lahiri joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his life in Dubai and the short trip over to Jeddah for this week's LIV Golf Event. Lahiri talks about the pressures of being India's most decorated golfer and choosing golf over cricket or the medical field at a young age. He also speaks about the discourse around winning on LIV Golf and the realities of how hard of a feat that is to accomplish. AND Su-Ann uncovers the secret formula behind much of Anirban's excellent play, 10-day meditation retreats where he doesn't speak to anyone, with his voice or on his phone.

Bryson DeChambeau joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his solution for a positive future in the world of golf; “Death to Egos”. Crushers GC's captain talks about his personal goals over the next few years, including a Masters win, the planning behind his YouTube channel and other content creation, and conquering all the bumps in the road that got him here. Jerry and Su-Ann also chat about the disappointment of seeing Tiger on a golf cart at the Genesis Open and David Puig's massive win in Malaysia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryson DeChambeau joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his solution for a positive future in the world of golf; “Death to Egos”. Crushers GC's captain talks about his personal goals over the next few years, including a Masters win, the planning behind his YouTube channel and other content creation, and conquering all the bumps in the road that got him here. Jerry and Su-Ann also chat about the disappointment of seeing Tiger on a golf cart at the Genesis Open and David Puig's massive win in Malaysia.

Caleb Surratt joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his relationship with Jon Rahm and the advantages it brings learning under Rahm's tutelage. The youngest player on LIV Golf talks about the confidence gained by being hand picked for Legion XIII, his tumultuous time on the 17th hole at Mayakoba, and his goals over the next 5 years. Jerry and Su-Ann are blown away by the maturity the 19-year-old possesses and the brilliant head on this kid's shoulders.

Caleb Surratt joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his relationship with Jon Rahm and the advantages it brings learning under Rahm's tutelage. The youngest player on LIV Golf talks about the confidence gained by being hand picked for Legion XIII, his tumultuous time on the 17th hole at Mayakoba, and his goals over the next 5 years. Jerry and Su-Ann are blown away by the maturity the 19-year-old possesses and the brilliant head on this kid's shoulders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kevin Na joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his career highlights and low lights, including making a record-setting 16 on a par 4 and turning pro instead of going to college. The captain of Iron Heads GC talks about the joy of LIV Golf playing a tournament in his adopted hometown of Las Vegas, the legacy he wants to leave for his children, and battling through the most dreaded words in golf, “the yips”.

Kevin Na joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his career highlights and low lights, including making a record-setting 16 on a par 4 and turning pro instead of going to college. The captain of Iron Heads GC talks about the joy of LIV Golf playing a tournament in his adopted hometown of Las Vegas, the legacy he wants to leave for his children, and battling through the most dreaded words in golf, “the yips”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Henrik Stenson and Ian Poulter join Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss how their team is going to bounce back after a disappointing 2023 LIV Golf Season. Two of Majesticks GC's three captains talk about the difference in strategy playing in a LIV Golf Event, which one of them is easier to caddie for, and the dynamics of having three captains on the same team. Su-Ann also finds out Henrik's favorite karaoke song.

Henrik Stenson and Ian Poulter join Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss how their team is going to bounce back after a disappointing 2023 LIV Golf Season. Two of Majesticks GC's three captains talk about the difference in strategy playing in a LIV Golf Event, which one of them is easier to caddie for, and the dynamics of having three captains on the same team. Su-Ann also finds out Henrik's favorite karaoke song. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charles Howell III joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his transition from 30 events a year on the PGA Tour to 14 on LIV. Crusher GC's most seasoned member talks about the brilliance of Bryson DeChambeau as the team's coach, trying to become the first LIV golfer to defend their title this year at Mayakoba, and his favorite parts of Georgia.

Charles Howell III joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his transition from 30 events a year on the PGA Tour to 14 on LIV. Crusher GC's most seasoned member talks about the brilliance of Bryson DeChambeau as the team's coach, trying to become the first LIV golfer to defend their title this year at Mayakoba, and his favorite parts of Georgia.

Dean Burmester joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his successful offseason in South Africa and why joining LIV Golf was the right thing for his family. Stinger GC's best performer from 2023 talks about Louis Oosthuizen putting his arm up a rhino's behind, his craziest story from a buddy's bachelor party in the wild, and why Stinger GC is due for a massive season in 2024.

Dean Burmester joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his successful offseason in South Africa and why joining LIV Golf was the right thing for his family. Stinger GC's best performer from 2023 talks about Louis Oosthuizen putting his arm up a rhino's behind, his craziest story from a buddy's bachelor party in the wild, and why Stinger GC is due for a massive season in 2024.

Matt Jones dials into Fairway to Heaven to spill the worst kept secret in LIV Golf, he is staying put and re-signing with Ripper GC, continuing to play alongside fellow Australians Cam Smith and Marc Leishman. Jones talks about his family's love of horses, Jason Day's outrageous fashion statement at The Sentry, and the experience of playing the PGA Championship alongside his brother. Stick around for Su-Ann's Aussie Quick 5.

Matt Jones dials into Fairway to Heaven to spill the worst kept secret in LIV Golf, he is staying put and re-signing with Ripper GC, continuing to play alongside fellow Australians Cam Smith and Marc Leishman. Jones talks about his family's love of horses, Jason Day's outrageous fashion statement at The Sentry, and the experience of playing the PGA Championship alongside his brother. Stick around for Su-Ann's Aussie Quick 5.

Greg Norman joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to weigh in on the current discourse in golf and the pros of the extension to the merger deadline. The CEO of LIV Golf responds to Rory McIlroy's latest comments on the landscape of golf, talks about his hands on approach with each golf course his company designs, and some potential exciting things to come in the 2024 season.

Greg Norman joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to weigh in on the current discourse in golf and the pros of the extension to the merger deadline. The CEO of LIV Golf responds to Rory McIlroy's latest comments on the landscape of golf, talks about his hands on approach with each golf course his company designs, and some potential exciting things to come in the 2024 season.

Talor Gooch part 2 on Fairway to Heaven reveals why he joined LIV Golf and how it can reach a new international audience. Last year's winner of the LIV Individual Championship breaks down his move to Smash GC and why Matt Wolff going to RangeGoats GC is a fair deal. Gooch also touches on his future in Major Championships and reflects on some of the comments made by Viktor Hovland over the past few weeks. Listen to hear why Jerry thinks Talor should run for president.

Talor Gooch part 2 on Fairway to Heaven reveals why he joined LIV Golf and how it can reach a new international audience. Last year's winner of the LIV Individual Championship breaks down his move to Smash GC and why Matt Wolff going to RangeGoats GC is a fair deal. Gooch also touches on his future in Major Championships and reflects on some of the comments made by Viktor Hovland over the past few weeks. Listen to hear why Jerry thinks Talor should run for president.

Talor Gooch joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his successful 2023 LIV Golf Season. Smash GC's newest member talks about how the Oklahoma State University curriculum helped him fall in love with wine, his ability to better balance home life now that he's a member of LIV Golf, and the struggles he faced in the early stages of his golf career that made him consider a 9 to 5 job.

Talor Gooch joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his successful 2023 LIV Golf Season. Smash GC's newest member talks about how the Oklahoma State University curriculum helped him fall in love with wine, his ability to better balance home life now that he's a member of LIV Golf, and the struggles he faced in the early stages of his golf career that made him consider a 9 to 5 job.

Joaquin Niemann joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his recent win at the Australian Open. Torque's Team Captain shares his thoughts on Jon Rahm joining LIV Golf, his trade with Sergio Garcia's Fireballs, and his love of cars. Jerry and Su-Ann chat about the results of the LIV Golf Promotions event, Wells Fargo ending their partnership with the PGA Tour, and their thoughts on LIV Golf moving to 72 hole events.

Joaquin Niemann joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his recent win at the Australian Open. Torque's Team Captain shares his thoughts on Jon Rahm joining LIV Golf, his trade with Sergio Garcia's Fireballs, and his love of cars. Jerry and Su-Ann chat about the results of the LIV Golf Promotions event, Wells Fargo ending their partnership with the PGA Tour, and their thoughts on LIV Golf moving to 72 hole events.

Jon Rahm joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his big move to LIV Golf. The reigning Masters champion shares his thoughts on LIV's schedule and format, responds to Rory McIlroy's Ryder Cup comments, and discusses his process of picking his team name. Jerry and Su-Ann chat about the effects of Rahm's big move, the golf ball rollback, and their disagreements with the way the Official World Golf Ranking points work.

Jon Rahm joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on Fairway to Heaven to discuss his big move to LIV Golf. The reigning Masters champion shares his thoughts on LIV's schedule and format, responds to Rory McIlroy's Ryder Cup comments, and discusses his process of picking his team name. Jerry and Su-Ann chat about the effects of Rahm's big move, the golf ball rollback, and their disagreements with the way the Official World Golf Ranking points work.

Sergio Garcia joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on the very first episode of Fairway to Heaven. As captain of Fireballs GC, Sergio shares some insight on who might take Carlos Ortiz's spot on the team next year and why he thinks the team aspect plays such an important role in the future of golf. The 2017 Masters Champion also answers the hard questions about whether he believes he can win another major and which one he'd most like to win. Jerry and Su-Ann bring the heat in the pilot episode, chatting Tiger Woods' return, the upcoming LIV promotion event, and the 2024 LIV schedule.

Sergio Garcia joins Jerry Foltz and Su-Ann Heng on the very first episode of Fairway to Heaven. As captain of Fireballs GC, Sergio shares some insight on who might take Carlos Ortiz's spot on the team next year and why he thinks the team aspect plays such an important role in the future of golf. The 2017 Masters Champion also answers the hard questions about whether he believes he can win another major and which one he'd most like to win. Jerry and Su-Ann bring the heat in the pilot episode, chatting Tiger Woods' return, the upcoming LIV promotion event, and the 2024 LIV schedule.