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David Dusek, a senior writer at Golfweek, will host Forward Press on a weekly basis. He will speak with other writers, reporters, players and industry insiders about the latest happenings in golf. In addition to breaking down major championships like the Masters and U.S. Open, Forward Press delves into the world of the PGA Tour, LPGA Tour and European Tour, as well as discussing fantasy golf and the latest trends in the game.

The Forward Press Podcast from Golfweek.com


    • Feb 16, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 44m AVG DURATION
    • 106 EPISODES


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    Golfweek Rater - Episode 22 - Bill Bergin

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 55:01


    In this episode of the Golfweek Rater Podcast, Jim Hansen chats with former professional golfer and acclaimed golf course architect, Bill Bergin.

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    Ryder Cup: U.S. Team Captain's picks preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2021 40:52


    Golfweek's David Dusek, Adam Schupak and Steve DiMeglio give their take on who the six Captain's picks should be for the U.S. Ryder Cup team at Whistling Straits this month.

    Collin Morikawa wins British Open for second major of career

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2021 48:18


    In this edition of the Forward Press Podcast, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Adam Schupak about Collin Morikawa overcoming Louis Oosthuizen and holding off Jordan Spieth to win the 149th British Open at Royal St. George's. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Nelly Korda's impressive rise to World No.1, Pine Valley allows women members, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 44:39


    In this edition of the Forward Press Podcast, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Beth Ann Nichols about Nelly Korda becoming the new world No.1, what expectations she now has with that title, Pine Valley allowing women to be members at the historic club, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Jon Rahm wins 2021 U.S. Open, does the USGA come back to Torrey Pines, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 37:16


    In this edition of the Forward Press Podcast, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Adam Schupak about Jon Rahm winning the 2021 U.S. Open at Torrey Pines for his first major title, if the USGA should come back to Torrey Pines for more major events, what to make of Louis Oosthuizen coming up short yet again on the biggest stage, and much more from San Diego. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    2021 U.S. Open Preview w/ Adam Schupak

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2021 40:46


    In this edition of the Forward Press Podcast, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Adam Schupak about the condition the course will play, where Torrey Pines ranks among their favorite U.S. Open venues, which type of players have a real chance to win this week, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    U.S. Women's Open Preview w/ Beth Ann Nichols

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2021 47:59


    In this edition of the Forward Press Podcast, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Beth Ann Nichols about the upcoming U.S. Women's Open at The Olympic Club, which players have the best chance to win this week, the newly named LPGA Tour commissioner, Mollie Marcoux Samaan, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Tom Coyne and his new book, A Course Called America

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 58:09


    In this edition of the Forward Press Podcast, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with golf writer and professor, Tom Coyne, about his new book, A Course Called America: Fifty States, Five Thousand Fairways, and the Search for the Great American Golf Course. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    2021 PGA Championship preview, a deep dive into Collin Morikawa, more

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2021 45:11


    In this edition of the Forward Press Podcast, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Steve DiMeglio about the upcoming PGA Championship from The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island, who the real Collin Morikawa is, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Golf course architect, Tom Doak, discusses his design process and career

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2021 75:01


    In this edition of the Forward Press Podcast, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Tom Doak, a renowned golf course architect with 6 courses ranked among the top 100 in the world. Some of his famous golf courses include Pacific Dunes in Oregon, Ballyneal in Colorado, Barnbougle Dunes in Tasmania and Cape Kidnappers in New Zealand. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Dottie Pepper discusses new book, Julie Williams previews the Walker Cup, more

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2021 63:52


    In this edition of the Forward Press Podcast, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with two-time major winner Dottie Pepper about her new book, Letters to a Future Champion: My Time with Mr. Pulver. Then we get a preview of the upcoming Walker Cup from Julie Williams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Stewart Cink's resurgence, the PGA Tour's new $40 million pool, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2021 42:06


    In this edition of the Forward Press Podcast, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Adam Schupak about Stewart Cink's impressive play to win the RBC Heritage, the new $40 million dollar pool the PGA Tour has set up for players, what teams to look for at this week's Zurich Classic of New Orleans, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Peter Kostis: 2021 Masters recap, what Hideki's win means for Japan, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 57:14


    In this edition of the Forward Press Podcast, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with golf instructor and analyst, Peter Kostis, about Hideki Matsuyama's historic victory at Augusta National, the incredible performance by Will Zalatoris in his Masters debut, what Xander Schauffele needs to take away from this weekend, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Masters Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 44:59


    In this edition of the Forward Press Podcast, Golfweek's David Dusek, Steve DiMeglio and Adam Schupak talk about all things Augusta National ahead of the 2021 Masters Tournament. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    A deep dive into the world of Dustin Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 25:48


    In this edition of the Forward Press podcast, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Steve Dimeglio about all things Dustin Johnson - his family, his relationships, and his golf game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Augusta National Women’s Amateur preview, who has the best chance to win, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 34:42


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Julie Williams about the 2021 Augusta National Women’s Amateur taking place this week in Georgia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2021 45:22


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek & Adam Woodard preview the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play at Austin Country Club. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    JT's impressive weekend at TPC Sawgrass, Lee Westwood's continued resurgence, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2021 42:58


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Steve DiMeglio about the incredible play that Justin Thomas had this weekend at the Players Championship, Lee Westwood and his continued success on the PGA Tour, how Bryson Dechambeau's mindset will impact the game of golf for years, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Recap of Austin Ernst's win at the Drive On, Morgan Pressel's debut on Golf Channel, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021 37:57


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Beth Ann Nichols about Austin Ernst's win at the Drive On Championship, Morgan Pressel's debut on Golf Channel, a look ahead to the Solheim Cup, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    What is making Collin Morikawa so good, a look ahead to Bay Hill, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2021 43:43


    In this special edition of the Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Adam Schupak about Collin Morikawa's win at the WGC-Workday Championship, the golfers from all over the world paying tribute to Tiger Woods, a look ahead to Bay Hill, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Tiger Woods injured in car wreck, what to expect moving forward, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2021 23:35


    In this special edition of the Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Steve DiMeglio about the latest news surrounding Tiger Woods' car accident, what to expect moving forward, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Abby Liebenthal talks women's golf, her role at the USGA, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2021 56:48


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Abby Liebenthal about her role at the USGA and women's golf. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Special Edition - Mike Whan named new CEO of the USGA

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2021 22:34


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Beth Ann Nichols about Mike Whan being named the new CEO of the USGA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Recapping Daniel Berger's win at Pebble Beach, Spieth's impressive play, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2021 48:19


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Adam Woodard about Daniel Berger's win at Pebble Beach, Jordan Spieth's impressive play the past couple weeks, what to look forward to at the Genesis Invitational, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Brooks Koepka is back (and maybe Jordan Spieth), how good is DJ right now, Pebble Beach preview, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2021 49:36


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Steve DiMeglio about Brooks Koepka's win at the 2021 Waste Management Phoenix Open, Jordan Spieth's impressive play last weekend, if anyone can beat DJ right now, a look ahead to the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The saga of Patrick Reed continues, what this weekend means for him moving forward, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2021 33:04


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Adam Schupak about Patrick Reed's win at Torrey Pines Golf Club, how another incident with the rules will have an impact on the win, what this means for him moving forward, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Deep dive into the LPGA Tour, Jessica Korda's win, Olympics in golf, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2021 38:50


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Beth Ann Nichols about the wild finish at the LPGA Diamond Resorts Tournament of Champions, what Lexi Thompson is working on to improve her short game, why golf in the Olympics are a bigger deal for women than men, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Tiger's influence on amateur golf, College golf updates, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 45:06


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Julie Williams about the lasting impact that Tiger Woods has had on amateur golf, what the 2021 NCAA golf season look like, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The further distancing of Trump & the golf world, what's the next step for Justin Thomas, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2021 54:31


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with PGA Tour writer, Adam Schupak, about the further distancing of Trump & the golf world, where the 2022 PGA Championship will likely be played, how the public view of Justin Thomas could change after his poor word choice at Kapalua, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    2021 PGA Tour season preview, how long will DJ be No. 1, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2021 54:43


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Steve DiMeglio about the unofficial start of the 2021 PGA Tour season, how COVID-19 will continue to shape the world of golf, who (if anyone) can take the World No. 1 spot away from DJ, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Jason Lusk: The best courses that opened in 2020, the future of golf trips, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2020 36:16


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Golfweek's travel editor & creative director, Jason Lusk, about how the COVID-19 pandemic has has hand an impact on the golf resort and travel industry, the best golf courses that opened in 2020, and when/where you should plan your next golf trip. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Rand Jerris joins the show, how the USGA dealt with the pandemic, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2020 56:26


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with USGA's Rand Jerris, Ph.D, Senior Managing Director of Public Services, about how the USGA has dealt with all that 2020 has brought, what the future looks like in the game of golf, the latest news on the distance debate, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Scott Stallings joins the show, discusses his time with COVID-19, his health, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2020 41:57


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with PGA Tour player, Scott Stallings, about his recent experience with COVID-19, how he maintains his health while on Tour, his favorite moments from this season, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Beth Ann Nichols: U.S. Women's Open preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2020 44:34


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Beth Ann Nichols about the upcoming 2020 U.S. Women's Open this week in Houston, how the media would perceive Michelle Wie and Paula Creamer if they hadn't won their respective U.S. Women's Open, Lexi Thompson's incredible U.S. Women's Open active streak, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Adam Woodard: Mayakoba Golf Classic preview, if 2021 could be Jon Rahm's year, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2020 48:07


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Adam Woodard about the upcoming Mayakoba Golf Classic and why big name players are in the field, if 2021 could be Jon Rahm's year to break through and win a major, what the future of the distance debate looks like, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Adam Schupak: Will Rickie Fowler win a major, The Match III preview, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2020 46:29


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Adam Schupak about how the PGA Tour has handled play amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, if Rickie Fowler will ever break through and win a major, how The Match III will compare with the previous other made-for-television golf matches, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    2020 Masters Preview, Augusta Chronicle's David Westin joins the show

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 36:13


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Augusta Chronicle's David Westin about what the town of Augusta is like ahead of this year's Masters, which players have the advantage coming in to this week and what the course will play like in this event unlike any other. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Adam Schupak: Early Masters preview, our betting picks, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2020 67:40


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Golfweek's senior writer, Adam Schupak, about what Augusta National will look like come November, who has the best chance to win this year, and the best bets to place for the Masters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ted Scott: What life is like being Bubba's caddie, why it all goes back to foosball, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 46:53


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Bubba Watson's caddie, Ted Scott, about what life is like being Bubba's caddie, why it all goes back to foosball, what we'll probably see at a November Masters, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Peter Kostis: How Bryson's game will affect other players, early 2020 Masters preview, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 58:53


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with former golf analyst, Peter Kostis, about how much Bryson DeChambeau's game will influence other pros and amateur golfers, how course setups set the stage for what players can and can't do, a way-too-early look ahead to the 2020 Masters, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Martin Laird winning in Vegas, the bright future of Matthew Wolff, DeChambeau vs Fitzpatrick, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 47:01


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Golfweek senior writer, Adam Schupak, about Martin Laird winning the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open, the bright future ahead of Matthew Wolff, the comments made by Matthew Fitzpatrick about Byson DeChambeau, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ryan Holiday: How stoicism improves the lives and mindsets of professional athletes

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 55:44


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with New York Times bestselling author, Ryan Holiday, about his new book, 'Lives of the Stoics: The Art of Living from Zeno to Marcus Aurelius' and how his teachings on stoicism correlate to the game of golf. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    What we like about the FedEx Cup Playoff; can Bryson DeChambeau overpower Winged Foot

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 43:56


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Adam Schupak about the ending of the 2019 - 2020 PGA Tour season, what they like (and dislike) about the FedEx Cup Playoff format, if Bryson DeChambeau can overpower Winged Foot at the U.S. Open, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    FedEx Cup Playoffs, Jon Rahm's win at the BMW, Tour Championship preview, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 37:50


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Steve DiMeglio about the tough conditions at Olympia Fields for the BMW Championship, who they think is the best player in the world (when they're healthy), and a look ahead to the Tour Championship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Special Edition - Tom Doak: How he built Pacific Dunes, his new book 'Getting To 18', more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2020 43:34


    In this special edition of Forward Press, golf designer Jay Blasi chats with world renowned golf course architect, Tom Doak, about his process when designing a new course, discussing a project with a client, his new book 'Getting To 18' and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Beth Ann Nichols: Bandon Dunes U.S. Amateur recap, Stacy Lewis' recent win, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2020 42:49


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Beth Ann Nichols about the 2020 U.S. Amateur at Bandon Dunes, Stacy Lewis' recent win at the Ladies Scottish Open, which private country clubs they'd love to join, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Christina Kim: Diet and lifestyle changes, playing on the LPGA Tour during a pandemic, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 64:31


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with LPGA golfer, Christina Kim, about her recent diet and lifestyle changes that have helped her feel better and play better, how learning about golf course design can improve your own game, what it's like playing and traveling on the LPGA Tour during a pandemic, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Adam Schupak: WGC FedEx St. Jude Invitational preview, who is the best golfer in the world right now, why can't Tony Finau win,

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 45:18


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Adam Schupak about the course and field at this week's WGC FedEx St. Jude Invitational, which player is the best golfer in the world right now, why can't Tony Finau close it out on Sundays, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Julie Williams: Deep dive into the world of Amateur Golf

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2020 46:32


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Julie Williams about the latest insights and predictions for this year in amateur golf. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    What to expect from Tiger at the Memorial, how good is Collin Morikawa, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2020 41:05


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Steve DiMeglio about how Justin Thomas will respond after losing last week in a playoff at the Workday Charity Open, what to expect from Tiger Woods in his return to professional golf at the Memorial, and just exactly how good is Collin Morikawa. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How Bryson DeChambeau is changing the game of golf, what Tiger's 2020 season look like, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2020 39:17


    In this edition of Forward Press, Golfweek's David Dusek chats with Adam Schupak about how dominating Bryson DeChambeau's game is becoming, what influences (or consequences) it could have on the game of golf, what the remainder of the 2020 season looks like for Tiger Woods, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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