The Upshot is Ultiworld Disc Golf's news and analysis podcast, hosted by Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield. From the business of disc golf to the most compelling competition, The Upshot breaks down the biggest topics in the sport.
The The Upshot podcast is a truly exceptional source of disc golf content. Hosted by Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood, this podcast offers a professional and informative analysis of all things disc golf. With their deep knowledge and passion for the sport, Hill and Eisenhood provide a unique perspective that keeps listeners engaged and informed.
One of the best aspects of The Upshot is the level of professionalism that Hill and Eisenhood bring to each episode. Their journalistic approach sets them apart from other podcasts in the disc golf category. They do an excellent job of conducting research and bringing in expert guests to provide valuable insights into the sport. This level of dedication to providing accurate information makes The Upshot a reliable source for disc golf news and analysis.
Additionally, The Upshot stands out for its high-quality production value. The hosts have created a polished and well-produced podcast that rivals top-tier sports radio productions. From their thorough research to the seamless editing, every aspect of this podcast is done professionally. It is clear that Hill and Eisenhood put a lot of effort into ensuring their content is informative, entertaining, and engaging.
While there are many positive aspects to The Upshot, one area where it could improve is the volume balance between music and dialogue. Some listeners have mentioned that it can be difficult to hear the hosts when they are talking over music. By adjusting the volume levels in these instances, the overall listening experience would be even better.
In conclusion, The Upshot is truly a top-notch podcast for any disc golf enthusiast or serious fan of the sport. Hill and Eisenhood's commitment to delivering accurate information paired with their professional approach make this podcast stand out from others in its category. With engaging discussions, insightful interviews, and comprehensive coverage of pro tournaments, The Upshot sets a gold standard for reporting on the professional disc golf scene. Whether you're looking to stay up-to-date with current events or gain in-depth knowledge about the sport, The Upshot is a must-listen podcast.
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Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the United States Disc Golf Championship and Throw Pink, the last major (and major-adjacent) tournament of the year! They rank players in their Win/Cash/Cut segment and also make their official picks with double points on the line.0:00 USDGC & Throw Pink Course Changes17:40 Notes & Stories from Qualifiers27:00 Recent Winners: Can They Do It Again?33:40 Win/Cash/Cut56:30 USDGC & Throw Pink Picks
In a jam-packed episode, Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the MVP Open, Missy Gannon's move to #1 in the world, and the conclusion to the DGPT points series. Then they're joined by MVP Open champion Cole Redalen to discuss his return to the top of the podium after battling injuries for more than a year. With some breaking news about the Tour Championship, they talk who got in, the starting stroke changes, and the purse.0:00 MVP Open Recap19:45 Cole Redalen Interview35:30 2023 Worlds Lessons, Tournament Flow, Success at USDGC59:30 Tour Championship Fields1:13:45 #Pursewatch, Waning USDGC Interest, MVP Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the Green Mountain Championship before welcoming in GMC champion Paige Pierce for an interview. Then they get you ready for the second leg of the DGPT playoffs at the MVP Open at Maple Hill!Be sure to join the Ultiworld Disc Golf discord for weekly bonus content in the Live segment, Inside the Circle, available only for subscribers.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss Kristin Lätt's decision to step away from touring and the implications on her career, the industry, and more. Then Steve Dodge joins the pod to talk about the DGPT playoffs and the MVP Open. The guys wrap up by talking the Green Mountain Championships and making their picks.0:00 Introduction6:40 Krtistin Lätt's Surprise Announcement30:45 Impact on FPO & Sponsors48:30 Steve Dodge on Playoff Changes59:44 MVP Open & Maple Hill1:13:00 Lätt's Retirement, Fluky Maple Hill, Picks1:21:45 GMC Preview & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield predict where the 2028 PDGA Pro World Championships and 2027 European majors will be held before diving into a big 30 Second Rule segment.0:00 2028 Worlds Location Prediction16:20 2027 European Major Prediction22:00 30 Second Rule: WR Jackson, TD Rating, Throw For More32:40 Lätt & Too Early Contract Watch
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Discraft Great Lakes Open and the ratings update before welcoming in DGLO champ Missy Gannon to talk about her career, legacy, and of course this weekend's win. Then they talk about Gannon's season and how it compares to last year's historic effort. Plus #PurseWatch and Picks!0:00 DGLO Recap & Ratings Update11:20 Buhr's Clutch Factor17:30 Gannon, Handley, & Saarinen25:25 Missy Gannon Interview35:10 Late Season Success, '26 Worlds, World Games53:00 Playoff Excitement, Championship Format, New Contract1:01:00 Missy Gannon's Legacy1:09:45 Pound for Pound: Gannon Buhr1:17:45 Trivia Question & DGLO #Pursewatch & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take some listener mail and get in a 30 Second Rule segment alongside a preview of the next DGPT+ event, the Discraft Great Lakes Open.0:00 Mailbag!26:40 McBeth Flashback & DGLO Preview37:50 DGLO Picks41:45 30 Second Rule: Mäkelä, Discraft, Josh's Clout
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the 2026 professional disc golf schedule with Disc Golf Pro Tour CEO Jeff Spring and share their thoughts on the outline of next year's tour.0:00 Jeff Spring On the 2026 Schedule15:30 Majors Bids, JomezPro Series26:00 Slow Start, Playoffs, Tour Changes36:45 Worlds TV Ratings, DGN Subscribers, Industry State45:45 Changes at GMC54:45 Reactions to 2026 Pro Tour Schedule
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the LWS Open at Idlewild and Paul McBeth's first win in more than two years. Then Paul joins the show to discuss his victory before the guys talk about Ohn Scoggins' hot streak and where she stands in the FPO Player of the Year race.0:00 McBeth's Idlewild Win & Legacy13:50 The Final Round, Redalen, & More21:50 Paul McBeth Joins the Show31:30 Basket Design, Euro Growth, & His Game42:20 Pro Tour, Playoff Structure, Disc Sales1:02:20 Scoggins Wins Another, FPO POTY Race1:21:45 #Pursewatch & Picks Recap
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss some happenings in pro golf that could help the DGPT think about their postseason before getting you ready for Idlewild, one of the longest standing events on tour.0:00 Open at Idlewild4:00 How to Make the Tour Championship Matter?13:15 New Playoff Rules & Formats25:15 #Pursewatch, Idlewild Preview32:20 Ledgestone Recap & Idlewild Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the Ledgestone Open and then play 'What's On Your Mind?', a new segment.Be sure to join the Ultiworld Disc Golf discord for weekly bonus content in the Live segment, Inside the Circle, available only for subscribers.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk World Games and a bit of Turku before welcoming in Nate Heinold to discuss the Ledgestone Open, the disc golf industry, and more. Then the guys discuss the latest ratings update and the FAR Fandom Survey, then make their Ledgestone picks.0:00 World Games & Turku Discussion13:15 August Ratings Update22:45 Nate Heinold on Ledgestone32:40 State of DG, Board Elections, EDGF Contract47:20 '26 Worlds, Ledgestone Courses & Notes54:30 Ledgestone Preview1:05:40 Ledgestone Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield are joined by Brian Earhart to start the show to discuss more about the World Championships, the European summer, and then the upcoming World Games. Brian talks about his experience so far in China, what the course is like, and what we can expect from the broadcast. The guys then talk a bit more about some of the other storylines from Worlds and make their picks for both Turku and the World Games.0:00 Brian Earhart on Worlds & International Growth20:00 World Games Format, Course, & Broadcast Preview40:30 Who Could Win World Games? & Fan Experience53:30 Worlds Ratings Differentials & Performances1:12:15 World Games and Turku Open Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the 2025 Disc Golf World Championships and as sit down with the recently crowned MPO Champion, Gannon Buhr!
Charlie and Josh react to the third round of the 2025 PDGA Pro World Championships live in the UWDG Discord.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down everything you need to know for the start of the 2025 PDGA Pro World Championships, including the Beast and the Monster and an innovative caddie book. They look at Coolbet's betting odds, who has had the most recent success at Nokia, and the most exciting potential storyline before making their picks!0:00 Worlds Week, Tee Times, Feature Cards9:45 Course Breakdown: Beast & Monster24:20 Fever Pitch of Excitement35:25 MPO Betting Odds & Favorites52:50 FPO Betting Odds & Favorites1:02:00 Most Exciting Potential Storyline & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in Matthias Vutt once again to discuss Josh's time in Estonia, the European Disc Golf Festival, the future of EDGF, and more. Josh talks about his favorite foods, the travel in Tallinn, and the local culture.0:00 EDGF: Spectator Experience, Successes & Challenges14:00 Growth Potential, Feedback on the Course29:00 Experiencing Estonia, Top Places & Food
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in Calvin Heimburg to talk about his victory at the European Disc Golf Festival, the first major title of his career. They also chat with Vinny about the upcoming World Championships and his preparation. Later, they look at some of the biggest storylines coming into Worlds.0:00 Introduction4:15 Calvin Heimburg Interview, Final Round of EDGF13:00 Tallinn Course, Spectators, Prepping for Worlds19:40 Shotmaking, Inward Focus, Avoiding OB28:30 Winning At Tampere& the Beast, Card Preference35:30 Reflections on Vermont Worlds38:40 Reactions to Heimburg42:15 Which MPO Player Needs Worlds the Most?53:30 International Representation, Potential Era Shift in FPO?
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the European Disc Golf Festival and the first-time major wins for both Calvin Heimburg and Silva Saarinen. They look at the moments that defined the tournament, Isaac Robinson's outstanding majors performances, Kristin's putting disaster, and more. Plus: #PurseWatch and picks!0:00 EDGF Recap: Heimburg Wins a Major!9:30 Key Moments in MPO24:20 Calvin's Rise From the Shed to Glory39:45 Saarinen Tops Lätt For First Major54:20 Saarinen's Rise1:05:00 Mailbag: Clutch Gene, European Majors1:13:00 Does Salonen Have a Career Grand Slam?1:15:20 EDGF Picks & #Pursewatch
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the next Major championship of the season: the European Disc Golf Festival. It's the first Major in Estonia, and it's an attackable course for most of the tour. How will Ricky Wysocki fare after shooting the third-highest rated round of all time here last year en route to a win? Can Kristin Lätt play through the pain in her now-confirmed broken toe? Those stories, plus picks, on today's show.0:00 EDGF Preview & Superstar Challenge12:00 Notable Course Changes19:15 MPO Preview & Picks32:40 Update on Kristin Lätt38:40 FPO Preview & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood talks to Josh Mansfield in Estonia this week! Josh is on site for the two European majors. Today, they discuss the Krokhol Open, including Ben Callaway's first career Elite Series win and Kristin Lätt's putting woes. Then they welcome back Dan Prentice to catch up on their preseason draft and make their waiver wire picks as they head into the back half of the season.0:00 Impressions of Estonia & EDGF8:15 Krokhol Open Recap: Handley & Lätt18:30 Krokhol Open Recap: Callaway27:30 Dan Prentice & A Mid-Season Fantasy Update37:30 Mid-Season Waiver Wire Picks1:06:00 Superstar Challenge Teams
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield run down the latest ratings update before talking with Estonia Disc Golf Director of Operations (and former Kristin Lätt manager) Matthias Vutt about the upcoming European Disc Golf Festival. Then they talk about Krokhol Open this weekend on the DGPT (#1 course in the world!) and make their picks.0:00 Ratings Update & McBeth's Future17:10 Matthias Vutt On DG & the Estonian Government27:40 Conditions & Spectator Activities at Tallinn, Course #240:30 Dealing with the PDGA, Ticket Sales & Growth53:00 Importance of the Tallinn Song Festival to Estonia56:30 Thoughts on Vutt, Innova's Take on USWDGC Trophy1:01:30 Krokhol Open Preview1:06:30 Krokhol Open Picks
The Upshot is back after a vacation! Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield catch up on some exciting tournaments and talk about the WADA drug testing protocols coming up at Worlds. Plus, they interview the new MP40 world champion Paul Oman after his thrilling playoff win over the weekend.0:00 Discmania Recap15:10 PCS Open Recap33:45 Drug Testing in Disc Golf46:45 Paul Oman Interview58:10 Playoff Pressure, Payout, #1 Rank1:10:30 Commentary, Picks, & #Pursewatch Recap
Josh and Charlie check in from around the world to talk USWDGC, Eveliina Salonen, European disc golf, World Games teams, and more! Charlie's Mom stops in after attending the final round of USWDGC to give her thoughts on attending a pro disc golf event and what she -- a normie sports fan -- thought about it.0:00 USWDGC Recap, Salonen & the Podium27:20 More USWDGC Storylines36:30 Salonen's Spot Amongst the FPO Elite44:30 Charlie's Mom on USWDGC1:02:00 European DG Check In1:09:30 World Games Lineup Reveal1:14:45 Discmania Challenge Preview & Picks1:26:15 USWDGC Trophy Controversy
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the 2025 US Women's Disc Golf Championships! It's the first of three FPO majors over the next six weeks. With the level of play at an all-time high, it should be a thrilling weekend of disc golf.0:00 USWDGC Preview25:15 USWDGC Picks
Charlie Eisenhood welcomes in Esa-Pekka Tupala, the DGN play-by-play commentator from Europe, to talk European disc golf, Silva and Gannon at The Preserve, who to watch on the Euro swing, and more.0:00 Introduction5:00 Esa-Pekka Tupala on European DG17:00 Saarinen, Anttila, & The Euro Tour21:00 European Players to Watch29:20: Over/Under, Buhr vs Anttila34:40 Are European Courses Better? & Predictions
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield revisit their 2022 draft of players under 26 years old and then make a fresh round of picks near the midway point of the 2025 season. Then they get you ready for this weekend's DGPT stop in Minnesota, the Preserve Championship, complete with a Simon Line sponsorship.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the Ale Open, including Silva's first-ever win with Kristin in the field and another Niklas clutch final round. Then they dive into the mailbag, starting off with the question, "Is Josh a hack?"
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with Holyn Handley about her sparkling 2025 season and win at the NWDGC, her trajectory on tour, and what she still wants to improve in her game. They also get you ready for the Ale Open, the next European DGPT stop on one of the world's best courses.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the Northwest Disc Golf Championship, talk about AB's hole 18, look at Gannon & Holyn stats, and discuss some of the most interesting storylines from the weekend.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the Konopiste Open before talking with the PDGA's Mike Sullivan about the proposed changes to the 2026 rules, including several pro-focused alterations. Then they get your ready for the Northwest Disc Golf Championships along with their picks!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the top 5 stories of the Cascade Challenge before turning their attention to the next phase of the season, including the European swing. They make their picks for the Konopiste Open and talk about who might win this stretch of the tour.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield decide whether to buy, sell, or hold players' stocks after the first leg of the 2025 season. Then they preview the Cascade Challenge and make their picks!0:00 Cascades Challenge This Weekend4:50 Stock Up/Down - Lätt, Buhr15:25 Stock Up/Down - Wysocki, Heimburg26:35: Stock Up/Down - Missy, Isaac Robinson, & More47:00 Match Play Group Results49:00 Cascades Challenge Preview53:30 Cascades Challenge Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield do their own version of mailbag where each of them brings up topics they've been thinking about without prepping the other guy beforehand. It's a fun, wide-ranging episode!0:00 Upcoming Tournaments, Disc Golf Video Game12:30 De'Anthony Thomas, House of Discs, Creators Challenge28:45 PDGA Membership, May Ratings, Recent Event Recaps
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in PDGA Executive Director Doug Bjerkaas before opening up mail about Champions Cup, marshals, foot faults, and more. Plus the Pound Royale with Cheese winner is announced!0:00 Big Money Swagger7:20 PDGA's Doug Bjerkaas10:40 Champions Cup, Marshals, Foot Faults25:35 Estonia, Throw Pink, Juniors, World Games44:00 Reactions to Bjerkaas, PDGA Rankings Update56:00 Mailbag!, Champions Cup Course1:02:00 Foot Fault & Marshal Amendments1:19:10 Forehands, Injuries, Playoffs!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the 2025 PDGA Champions Cup and talk about the excellence of Isaac Robinson and Missy Gannon. They also dig into the highly controversial foot fault ruling against Kristin Lätt from the PDGA marshal on hole 16 in the final round. Make sure not to miss their four rapid reax episodes from the weekend as well with an Ultiworld Disc Golf subscription.0:00 Isaac Robinson Bags Another Major16:15 MPO Shoutouts & Sheddies30:20 Big Money Missy Strikes Again43:30 The Foot Fault1:02:00 Hole 18, #Pursewatch, Picks Recap
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down everything that happened on day 1 at the Champions Cup, including strong starts from Paul McBeth and Silva Saarinen as well as picking their dawgs of the day.
Charlie Eisenhood rides solo this week to get you ready for the Champions Cup! He interviews Sean Jack and Shawn Mercy, the co-TDs of the year's first Major, and then talks the course, breaks down Calvin Heimburg's Majors performance, and makes his picks.0:00 Sean & Shawn on Champions Cup, Revenue8:15 Course Design & Alternate Pin Locations, Holes 1 & 1220:00 Spectator Experience, Collaboration with PDGA32:30 Hole 16 Breakdown, Presidents Cup39:00 Final Thoughts on Champions Cup31:00 Pound for Pound: Heimburg vs Heimburg51:25 Presidents Cup Preview55:00 Champions Cup Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield interview Jussi Meresmaa about the 2025 PDGA Pro World Championships, ticket sales, the scope of the event, the growth of European disc golf, Discmania, and more. They also discuss the news out of Estonia, where the European Disc Golf Festival will return as a Major in 2026 and 2028 and then host the World Championships in 2029 in a four-year agreement with the PDGA.0:00 Jussi Meresmaa & 2025 Worlds12:45 Changes to the Beast21:45 Estonia Worlds & Future of European Open31:15 Future of DG in Europe vs the US36:30 Worlds Sponsorships & Finances42:20 DG World Tour, Media Coverage, Building Momentum49:50 Discmania, State of the Industry58:00 Unique Features at Worlds, Evolution of FPO in Europe1:11:00 Thoughts on 2025 Worlds1:14:15 Estonia's Multi-Year Deal with the PDGA
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the newest DGPT stop, the Kansas City Wide Open. Is Gannon all the way back?Plus: Cadence Burge stops by for an interview!0:00 Josh's Life Update!3:00 Handley Handles FPO12:25 Buhr's Course Record at KCWO20:30 What's up with McBeth?27:45 Cadence Burge Interview37:30 2025 Expectations, Career Projections47:30 Training & Improvements, Getting into Disc Golf1:01:00 Josh's Searing Take on Junior Worlds1:06:00 #Pursewatch, Course & Picks Recap
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk taxes, The Masters, Eagle's Crossing, USDGC, and plenty more in the Mailbag before diving into the Kansas City Wide Open preview and picks.0:00 Lätt's Merch Line7:45 The Masters, Is Disc Golf Easier?20:45 Eagles Crossing, USDGC, Silence35:30 Finding DG's Roots45:30 KCWO Preview57:20 KCWO Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield shout out the champions of the Collegiate Disc Golf Championships and talk torpedo bats before breaking down how the USDGC can be more like The Masters. They also discuss Abigail Wilson's protest at the Music City Open.0:00 Eagles Crossing, Future of Discs13:00 College Championships17:15 How can USDGC be like the Masters?37:00 Abigail Wilson's Protest
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