Podcast appearances and mentions of alan shipnuck

America's golfer-in-chief trades on exclusivity, but he still can't buy a green jacket. Are the Saudis using Donald Trump's obsession to disrupt even more than a super-league? Ahead of the U.S. Open, veteran golf reporter and author Alan Shipnuck takes Pablo behind the Shakespearean curtain. • Read "LIV and Let Die" by Alan Shipnuck https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/LIV-and-Let-Die/Alan-Shipnuck/9781668020012 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

America's golfer-in-chief trades on exclusivity, but he still can't buy a green jacket. Are the Saudis using Donald Trump's obsession to disrupt even more than a super-league? Ahead of the U.S. Open, veteran golf reporter and author Alan Shipnuck takes Pablo behind the Shakespearean curtain. • Read "LIV and Let Die" by Alan Shipnuck https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/LIV-and-Let-Die/Alan-Shipnuck/9781668020012 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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4/14/25 - Hour 1 Rich and the guys react to Rory McIlroy capturing golf's career grand slam with his thrilling sudden-death playoff Masters win over Justin Rose.   Bestselling golf writer Alan Shipnuck and Rich discuss Rory's 11-year rollercoaster of a journey to finally winning the Masters' coveted green jacket, if he can go on a run and win the next PGA Championship, US Open, and Open Championship, and the lost opportunity for Bryson DeChambeau and LIV Golf in his shortcomings at Augusta National this year.   The guys react to the Suns firing head coach Mike Budenholzer and debate the longshot odds Dan Hurley would leave UConn to move to Phoenix.  Please check out other RES productions: Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday  What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris McKee wraps up Hideki Matsuyama winning the Sentry Tournament of Champions after a record performance + he goes into detail about the PGA Tour exploring a change to their season-ending tour championship at East Lake as well as taking a look back at his favourite interview of 2024 with Alan Shipnuck.

This week we discuss how God gives crazy gifts to terrible people, which leads to a Brianna Chickenfry/Dave Portnoy/Zack Bryan breakdown. It's also soup season, and Wells would like to share his latest recipe with the class. Speaking of Brianna Chickenfry, Wells would like everyone to know the dark truth behind the beloved chicken crossing the road joke. They then talk about their fave things, including library cards, before playing some of your voicemails!   Favorite things mentioned:  My Old Ass (Prime)  The Penguin (Hulu)  Like Water for Chocolate (HBO)  LIV and Let Die by Alan Shipnuck  am I real? am I here? am I Listening? By Joey Brodnax    Thanks to our awesome sponsors for supporting this episode!   Nutrafol: For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code YFT Bilt: Earn points by paying rent right now when you go to joinbilt.com/yft. Make sure to use our URL so they know we sent you Article: Go to ARTICLE.COM/yft for $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more  ShipStation: Go to shipstation.com and use code YOURFAVORITETHING to sign up for your FREE 60-day trial Don't forget to rate, review, and follow Your Favorite Podcast! Plus, keep up with us between episodes on our Instagram pages, @yftpodcast @wellsadams and @brandicyrus + our TikTok @yftpodcast & be sure to leave us a voicemail with your fave things at 858-630-1856!  This podcast is brought to you by Podcast Nation 

OA1061 This week Matt shares a mostly under-the-radar story which has completely changed his understanding of the events of September 11, 2001.  As the 23rd anniversary of the attacks approaches, a mountain of information emerging from lawsuits filed by 9/11 families has revealed far more extensive ties between both al-Qaeda and at least two of the hijackers to the Saudi government than were ever previously known. Why has justice taken so long? How does the law even allow this suit to proceed, and why did Congress have to override Barack Obama's veto to allow it to move forward? Why has some of the best journalism about this lawsuit been from Golf Digest? And has the time come for a second 9/11 commission to re-evaluate everything we thought we knew about the day that changed everything? Complaint in Ashton v. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (filed March 20, 2017) Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Memorandum in Support of Motion to Dismiss (filed 5/10/24) Plaintiffs' Opposition to Motion to Dismiss (filed 5/7/24) Blood, Oil and Golf: The emergence of LIV Golf highlights the Kingdom's troubling influence Alan Shipnuck, Golf Digest (8/19/2022) New 9/11 Evidence Points to Deep Saudi Complicity, Daniel Benjamin and Stephen Simon, The Atlantic (5/20/24) “The Declassified 28 Pages,” 28Pages.org 60 Minutes excerpt which includes Omar Al Bayoumi's 1999 video of the US Capitol (6/20/2024) If you'd like to support the show (and lose the ads!), please pledge at patreon.com/law!

7/17/24 - Hour 2 Missouri Head Football Coach Eliah Drinkwitz and guest host Tom Pelissero discuss how the new 12-team College Football Playoff format will impact the upcoming season, how the SEC will look after Nick Saban's retirement along with the addition of the Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners, and makes the case for the late Mike Leach to be enshrined in the College Football Hall of Fame. Bestselling author/golf writer Alan Shipnuck and Tom preview this week's Open Championship tournament, Rory McIlroy's mindset after his US Open disappointment, and the latest on the PGA Tour/LIV Golf major. Tom previews the AFC North and lists the top storylines for the Cincinnati Bengals, Baltimore Ravens, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Cleveland Browns. Please check out other RES productions: Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday  What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Andrew Siciliano and the guys reflect on the 30th anniversary of OJ Simpson's notorious white Bronco slow speed chase.   Golf writer/bestselling author Alan Shipnuck and Andrew discuss Bryson DeChambeau's latest US Open title, and how Rory McIlroy gets past his latest major tournament heartbreak. Andrew shares a story about meeting Mike D of the Beastie Boys recently.  Please check out other RES productions: Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday  What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Join hosts Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.Bloomberg News municipal finance reporter Amanda Albright discusses her story on how former MLB All-Star Frank White helped to upend a $2 billion ballpark and entertainment district project in Kansas City. Then, Bloomberg Originals chief correspondent Jason Kelly reflects on his conversation with US soccer legend Brandi Chastain, from the latest episode of "The Deal with Alex Rodriguez and Jason Kelly."Bloomberg Businessweek contributor and sportswriter Alan Shipnuck details his feature story on the PGA and LIV Golf, "Everyone Is Rich, No One Is Happy. The Pro Golf Drama Is Back."Plus, MLB Hall of Famer and Atlanta Braves legend Tom Glavine joins to talk April baseball and golf, ahead of the upcoming "Invited Celebrity Classic" tournament. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Fire Drill podcast, Matt Ginella and Alan Shipnuck go deep on the complicated negotiations around the framework agreement, drawing on Alan's new reporting. They also introduce Bonfires, events that will provide access, camaraderie, competition and quality experiences at some of the best courses and resorts in the world.

In ancient Rome, it was bread and circuses. Today, it's a World Cup, an Olympics, and a new Saudi-backed golf league that's challenging the P.G.A. Tour. Can a sporting event really repair a country's reputation — or will it trigger the dreaded Streisand Effect? Also: why the major U.S. sports leagues are warming up to the idea of foreign investment. SOURCES:Jodi Balsam, professor of clinical law at Brooklyn Law School.Brandel Chamblee, Golf Channel analyst.Karen Crouse, sports journalist.Bomani Jones, sports journalist.Victor Matheson, professor of economics at the College of the Holy Cross.Alan Shipnuck, sports journalist. RESOURCES:"The New N.F.L. Owners?" by Lauren Hirsch, Kevin Draper, Michael J. de la Merced and Sarah Kessler (The New York Times, 2024)."PGA Tour Raises $1.5 Billion From Group of U.S. Investors," by Lauren Hirsch (The New York Times, 2024)."PGA Tour, LIV Golf Agree to Merge," by Andrew Beaton and Louise Radnofsky (The Wall Street Journal, 2023).Phil: The Rip-Roaring (and Unauthorized!) Biography of Golf's Most Colorful Superstar, by Alan Shipnuck (2022)."Dustin Johnson Paid £100m to Perform Late U-Turn and Join Saudi-Backed Rebel Series," by By James Corrigan and Tom Morgan (The Telegraph, 2022)."Russia Was the Hottest Place in Sports. Now It's Frozen Out," by Joshua Robinson, Ben Cohen, and Louise Radnofsky (The Wall Street Journal, 2022)."Could This Be the Year ‘Sportwashing' Backfires?" by Andrés Martinez (The Los Angeles Times, 2022)."The Truth About Phil and Saudi Arabia," by Alan Shipnuck (The Fire Pit Collective, 2022).The New Yale Book of Quotations, by Fred Shapiro (2021)."The Surprising Reason That There Are So Many Thai Restaurants in America," by Myles Karp (Vice, 2018). EXTRAS:"Greg Norman Takes On the P.G.A. Tour," by People I (Mostly) Admire (2023).

Alan Shipnuck is one of the leading sportswriters and authors in golf, and most notably has recently published "LIV and Let Die" and the NY Times bestseller "PHIL". We go into depth on these two topics, talking about the various contradictions in Phil Mickelson's life and where he stands with the public, and then discuss at length various aspects of LIV and where LIV vs. the Tour stands today in light of the recent $3 billion investment in the Tour by Strategic Sports Group.

In this Fire Drill podcast, Alan Shipnuck and Matt Ginella welcome the team behind the renovation of the Golden Gate Park Golf Course: Dan Burke, CEO of First Tee of San Francisco; Jay Blasi, the golf course architect; and Josh Lewis, project manager and agronomy guru. Burke, Blasi and Lewis reflect on the before, during and after of the resurrection and what this revitalized city asset will mean to the community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now that we can finally put the rumors to bed of Jon Rahm jumping to LIV Golf, what's next for the PGA Tour? There have been some fallouts as well as some players benefitting immensely. Tony Finau was all but guaranteed to be the next LIV commit - did he confirm or deny those rumors? An anonymous LIV Golfer sounded off on Rory McIlroy to Alan Shipnuck during the writing of his book. Plus- Costco may be shaking up the entire golf manufacturing game with its production of Kirkland irons- most of which are already sold out across America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In part 2 of this spirited rollback debate, Matt Ginella and Alan Shipnuck are joined by world renowned golf course architect Mike Clayton to continue their discussion on the recent decision to modify the golf ball.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this extremely spirited Fire Drill, Matt Ginella is joined by Alan Shipnuck and Micheal Bamberger as the three lay out their opinions of the recently announced golf ball rollback. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We shot a video with Tiger Woods; we discuss without giving anything away. Tiger also returns to professional golf this week. What would be considered a good week? Can he compete? Win? In other news — Phil Mickelson vs Alan Shipnuck heats up, the crew dearly thanks the fans for buying merchandise and supporting the brand, Riggs credits modern medicine for him even being able to appear on this episode, Frankie whistles a dazzling rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner, and much more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/foreplaypod

Adam, Nikki and Dan are fresh off the Thanksgiving holiday and are ready for Tiger Woods to return to competitive golf at the 2023 Hero World Challenge. Team GU discusses expectations for Tiger at this point in his life and where his main focus lies in his golf exploits. TGL's deflating week is also discussed, including how LIV Golf was a catalyst for more half-baked ideas in men's pro golf. Finally, a brief commentary on the Phil Mickelson vs Alan Shipnuck slap fight on X. Follow us on all social media channels at @GolfUnfiltered.

In hour three, Mike & Jason chat with golf reporter Alan Shipnuck, author of the new book LIV And Let Die, chronicling the LIV vs. PGA story (3:00), plus the boys tell us what they learned (27:00). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

In this Fire Drill podcast, Matt Ginella and Alan Shipnuck provide lively updates on two ongoing FPC docuseries, one at Golden Gate Park GC and the other at Pasatiempo. They also have some fresh reporting on Shorty's, the new par-3 course that is taking shape at Bandon Dunes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The History of LIV Golf shares the early history of this rebel golf tour that whether you like it or hate it has changed the professional game of golf. We are joined on the podcast by journalist and author, Alan Shipnuck to discuss his new book, "LIV and Let Die."

Alan Shipnuck joined Gary Williams to talk about his new book, "LIV and Let Die". Alan has earned his reputation as a generational talent writing about the game and this book gives an inside look at the "Battle" for control of men's professional golf. Alan examines and discusses the roles of Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Rory McIlroy, Brooks Koepka and more. Plus, what were the biggest mistakes made by Jay Monahan and what will happen to Greg Norman now. It's an in depth look at giving a history lesson while telling a story that's evolving in real time.

Alan Shipnuck joins the show (54:08) off the release of his new book, “LIV and Let Die.” He dives into stories from the book including LIV-PGA Tour drama, Jay Monahan's decisions, if Greg Norman was an asset or a liability, Tiger's new passion, and whether golf will be better off when this is all said and done. Before Alan, the full crew discusses the Netflix Cup, Mr. Borrelli's new invention and this week's Closest to the Pin.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/foreplaypod

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Alan Shipnuck joins the show to discuss his latest book LIV and Let Die. Stugotz wonders if he does too much gold on Stupodity, Mike thinks the guys might talk too much gets on GBF and Billy is cooking up a stone in hopes of getting some sleep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alan Shipnuck joins the show to discuss his latest book LIV and Let Die. Stugotz wonders if he does too much gold on Stupodity, Mike thinks the guys might talk too much gets on GBF and Billy is cooking up a stone in hopes of getting some sleep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Fire Drill Matt Ginella and Alan Shipnuck discuss: The launch of "Liv and Let Die" The uncertain future of professional golf The influence of Tiger Woods and the TGL Accessibility, affordability, and sustainability of the modern game How geopolitics is affecting the framework agreement See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author talks about his new book, LIV And Let Die: The Inside Story of the War Between The PGA Tour and LIV Golf.

Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 403 - Alan Shipnuck - LIV And Let Die We welcome in best-selling author Alan Shipnuck to talk about the investigative work he invested into the writing of LIV and Let Die: The Inside Story of the War Between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf No journalist on the planet has taken a deeper dive into the origins, personalities, controversies, bizarre twists and turns, and soap opera dramatic moments in the formulation and fight for survival that accompanies LIV Golf and the PGA Tour's attempts to thwart mass defection. If you like "behind the scenes" stories, the latest from Shipnuck delivers big time. Alan Shipnuck, the New York Times bestselling author of Phil, returns with a major new work of insider reporting on the battle for the soul of professional golf between the PGA Tour and the Saudi-funded LIV Golf League. Over the past two years, professional golf has been at war, and Alan Shipnuck has been our most trusted correspondent on the front lines. Following closely on the heels of his bestselling sensation Phil, Shipnuck turns to the conflict that made Mickelson, and many other top golfers, villainous in the eyes of the public: LIV Golf's controversial—and belligerent—storming of the professional golf world. (LIV's unofficial motto, immortalized on hats gifted at a staff party: “F--k 'Em All.”) In LIV and Let Die, Shipnuck delivers the inside story in real time, with fly-on-the-wall reporting from the yachts where LIV was hatched and within the corridors of power as the PGA Tour flailed to fend off the threat. Shipnuck has traveled seamlessly between both tours—having countless conversations with players, caddies, CEOs, agents, financiers, lawyers, flaks, fans, and Instagramming wives—to deliver a no-holds-barred account of the most chaotic moment in golf history. Anyone who has a stake in professional golf lined up for an interview with Shipnuck—because they knew everyone else was talking to him, too. The disruption to an old, proud sport was largely conducted in the shadows, but LIV and Let Die delivers numerous revelations about what really happened, and why. Shipnuck's unparalleled access and award-winning reporting chops provide rich portraits of the brand names at the center of this sprawling tableau: Greg Norman, Rory McIlroy, Brooks Koepka, Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, Jay Monahan, His Excellency Yasir Al-Rumayyan, Donald Trump, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Dustin (and Paulina!) Johnson, Pat (and Ashley!) Perez, Patrick (and Justine!) Reed, Bryson DeChambeau, Jimmy Dunne, and many more. Bankrolled by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, LIV Golf has upended the men's professional game with vast riches—blatant “sportswashing,” from the mouth of Mickelson himself. Says Brandel Chamblee, “I think the LIV players are in a morally indefensible position, with a willful blindness to the consequences of their action, making them complicit to the ongoing atrocities.” Rory McIlroy said of playing a tournament alongside LIV golfers, “It's going to be hard for me to stomach.” But the battle to thwart LIV revealed a deeper struggle within the game. “The Seminole guys, the Augusta National guys, they're used to having all the power in the golf world,” says LIV's Peter Uihlein. “They don't like to be challenged. They're not used to it.” The bitter feuding (and trolling) between the PGA loyalists and the LIV camp made the battle between the tours deeply personal—but for the top leaders of the two tours it was strictly business, and in a series of secret meetings they reshaped the future of the sport. LIV and Let Die provides the previously unknown background and crucial context to understand the armistice between the tours that shocked the world in June 2023. Long known as the most fearless writer on the golf beat, Shipnuck has delivered another hotly anticipated book packed with juicy nuggets and in-the-room-where-it-happened action...think Bob Woodward moonlighting on the sports desk. LIV and Let Die is the definitive account of the biggest (non-Tiger) golf story this century and a lively page-turner that in places reads like a spy thriller. ---------------- Subscribe to the FGN Podcast Watch FGN videos on YouTube Check out our other sports pod: Church Pew Sports TEXT or CALL (989) 272-2383 to share your thoughts, comments, suggestions, and questions      

In this Fire Drill: Matt Ginella, Alan Shipnuck, Grammy award winner Jacquire King and Linksoul founder John Ashworth join artist Griffin House as he discusses the intersection of golf and music, his creative process and debuts some songs from his new EP. Griffin House is a 2 handicap who swings his driver 125 miles per hour. He is also a talented singer-songwriter with a long discography and dedicated fanbase that packs his shows. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sahith Theegala joins the show (46:28) for nearly an hour to discuss his breakthrough win on the PGA Tour, Netflix stardom and who's starred on his leaderboard app. Before Sahith joins, we react to Tiger Woods' swing videos, Trent seeing John Mayer live, Closest To The Pin results, and Alan Shipnuck getting into it with JT, Brooks and others.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/foreplaypod

Good morning from the TMA Hit & Giggle. Check out KG and Jackson's Brian Kelly themed mini movie on Twitter, IG, and the FanPin. Is Doug The Wizard? Sharp money on Mizzou. Odds Mizzou is undefeated going to Athens. Iggy's shoulder leading into the long drive challenge. Iggy's HOF induction tomorrow. Dick Butkus passed away. Will Chairman Steve and Iggy make amends today? Boner pills in The Villages. Players not happy with Alan Shipnuck. Action on the short game area. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Good morning from the TMA Hit & Giggle. Check out KG and Jackson's Brian Kelly themed mini movie on Twitter, IG, and the FanPin. Is Doug The Wizard? Sharp money on Mizzou. Odds Mizzou is undefeated going to Athens. Iggy's shoulder leading into the long drive challenge. Iggy's HOF induction tomorrow. Dick Butkus passed away. Will Chairman Steve and Iggy make amends today? Boner pills in The Villages. Players not happy with Alan Shipnuck. Action on the short game area. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this freewheeling conversation, Michael Bamberger gets the story-behind-the-story from Alan Shipnuck about his new book chronicling the battle for the soul of professional golf. They discuss the challenges of reporting a controversial, evolving story, delve into the larger themes of the book and dish on the brand name protagonists. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of a Fire Drill from the Fire Pit Collective, Matt Ginella joins Alan Shipnuck to break down his latest travels to Dublin and Belfast. They both dive into the best of what's available on and off the course. You'll hear from several protagonists who offered their expertise throughout the trip. From a rainbow and whiskey at Royal County Down, the architect of the front-9 of Portstewart, Ardglass with the 11-time club champ and a brief history of St. Patrick, Ginella and Shipnuck also share their Top 10 courses on the island of Ireland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Fire Drill, Alan Shipnuck speaks with U.S. Amateur runner-up Neal Shipley about his life-changing run at Cherry Hills, his brainy academic pursuits, the coming NIL windfall and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Fire Drill podcast, Alan Shipnuck speaks with Armen Keteyian, the co-writer of Billy Walters's “Gambler.” They discuss the craft of telling other people's story, fact-checking Walters's tales and Armen's thoughts on Phil.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Fire Drill, Alan Shipnuck checks in from the U.S. Am at Cherry Hills and reflects on the Women's Am at Bel-Air, while Matt Ginella relives highlights from his recent sojourn to Ireland. They also delve into the reaction to the Billy Walters excerptSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More on the NFL preseason as Week 1 continues.Guests: Geoff Schwartz, Alan ShipnuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Fire Drill podcast, Alan Shipnuck and Matt Ginella go deep on the first, hotly anticipated excerpt from Billy Walters' "Gambler." What do the revelations of Phil's reckless betting say about him? Has his legacy been altered?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Fire Drill podcast, Alan Shipnuck and Michael Bamberger celebrate Brian Harman's dominant win while drilling down on all the other news from an intriguing Open week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Fire Drill Podcast, Alan Shipnuck and Michael Bamberger break down the highly anticipated Open Championship at Royal Liverpool, Rory's win at the Scottish Open and more on the ongoing battle between LIV, the PGA Tour and the future of professional golf. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rich reacts to free agent WR DeAndre Hopkins choosing the Tennessee Titans over Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots. The Fire Pit Collective's Alan Shipnuck tells Rich why the proposed PGA Tour/LIV Golf merger won't happen anytime soon, if Rory McIlroy can put the merger distractions aside and win the Open Championship at Royal Liverpool, if an Augusta National membership was the ultimate goal for PIF and the Saudis in their merger push, and more. Rich weighs in on Dak Prescott and has some advice for the Dallas Cowboys when it comes to free agent RB Ezekiel Elliott. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Fire Drill podcast, Alan Shipnuck and Matt Ginella react to the Senate hearings on the LIV-PGA Tour framework agreement and the accompanying bombshell document dump. So much to unpack as the ongoing golf drama reaches Capitol Hill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For this Fire Drill preview of the U.S. Women's Open, Alan Shipnuck and Matt Ginella are joined by their longtime friend Kevin Price, a Pebble Beach caddie who this week is on the bag of qualifier Mackenzie Hahn. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Informed Golf reporter Alan Shipnuck -- author of "Phil" and the upcoming "LIV and Let Die," and partner at the Fire Pit Collective -- joins the show to discuss all the mechanics behind the PGA Tour and LIV Golf merger and the fallout across the sport of golf. Does money always win? How does Rory McIlroy feel about all of this? Then, the NBA Finals has arrived in Miami, and it feels like every single person in town has emerged in our studio. Plus, Chris and Roy pay their punishment for their pickleball loss and Stugotz picks his nose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Huge breaking news in the sports world with the shocking announcement that the PGA Tour will merge with the controversial Saudi-backed LIV Tour. He believes the Heat have been able to identify a flaw in the Nuggets following their game 2 win. He also points out the major mistake one NFL team made as their Super Bowl window might be coming to a close. Plus, esteemed golf insider Alan Shipnuck joins the show to give insight on how the unexpected merger between rival golf leagues came about. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Esteemed golf insider Alan Shipnuck joins the show to give insight on how the unexpected merger between rival golf leagues came aboutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.