Podcast appearances and mentions of Patrick Reed

The guys are on site for another major championship - broadcasting from the T-Mobile Benefits Hub on the 1st hole at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club!Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme begin with a full breakdown of the current course conditions, and how the setup has changed since the last time Shinnecock hosted the U.S. Open in 2018.Wyndham Clark then joins the show to discuss his current form, some key swing and gear changes he's made this year, and whether Smylie's hot dog condiments are acceptable or bizarre.Smylie and Charlie close the show by profiling some of the favorites in the field, and making their picks to win.Join us all week long for coverage presented by T-Mobile, the Official 5G Network Partner of the USGA!CHAPTERS:0:00 — Hot Dog Controversy at Shinnecock

The boys are back for golf's third major championship in 2026. SportsGuyTy relieves the pain of missing Bud Cauley's first win by one week - but also collects a triple-digit each way on Jackson Suber at the Canadian Open. ShallowCal looks to recapture a little magic from back-to-back U.S. Open wins in 2023 and 2024, and there are multiple opportunities for a team win on the cards this year. As always, tips, picks and best bets for the United States Open Championship at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club. 

0:00 - US Open Betting Guide Intro and Shinnecock Overview   0:01:00 - Pay Attention to Player Interviews This Week   0:03:00 - Wind Forecast and Wave Advantage Considerations   0:05:00 - Scottie's Grand Slam Narrative and Whether to Bet Him   0:08:00 - 2004 and 2018 Rewatch Value and USGA Setup Notes   0:16:00 - Why Rory Fits Shinnecock and Andy's Course Fit Case   0:20:00 - Patrick Reed and the Courses He Shouldn't Model Well At   0:24:00 - Rory vs. the Field: Tier Comparisons at Current Price   0:29:00 - Cam Young and the Case for Him   0:31:00 - Fitzpatrick, Xander, and Tommy as Near Misses   0:38:00 - Brooks Fade and the Nerve Issue Playing a Factor   0:42:00 - JJ Spaun at 60-1 and the Defending Champion Angle   0:53:00 - Shane Lowry at 85-1 as Andy's Long Shot Play Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 126th U.S. Open Championship is here, and 5 Clubs is kicking off one of the biggest weeks in golf.Gary Williams previews the challenge awaiting the world's best players at legendary Shinnecock Hills, a venue that has hosted U.S. Opens across three different centuries. Hear analysis on Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm, Patrick Reed, Brooks Koepka, and other contenders heading into championship week.Special guests include:- Todd Lewis from Shinnecock Hills- Ben Crenshaw on the restoration and history of Shinnecock- Keith Stewart from Read The Line- USGA President Kevin Hammer- Paul McGinleyPlus:- Bud Cauley's emotional first PGA TOUR victory at the RBC Canadian Open- Weekly winners from around professional golf- Club 5 rankings heading into the U.S. Open- Key storylines, course setup discussion, and what makes Shinnecock one of the game's greatest testsCan Scottie Scheffler complete the career Grand Slam? Can Rory McIlroy add another U.S. Open title? Or will a surprise contender emerge on one of golf's most demanding stages?Watch now as 5 Clubs gets you ready for U.S. Open week.5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

US Open Preview | Scottie Scheffler vs. Rory McIlroy | Tiger Woods & Phil Mickelson News | FIFA World Cup UpdatesOn this episode we get into everything US Open at Shinnecock. Can Scottie Scheffler capture the title this week? Is he even the guy to beat. Brandel Chamblee doesn't think so. Can Rory McIlroy pull in another major victory or is it time for Xander Schauffele or Matthew Fitzpatrick. We get into the betting pool and One and Done. Cal has some news about Slab Cigars and his new efforts in the industry. Tiger Woods checks out of rehab, but there are rumors he is going back for Round 2. Phil Mickelson has been in the news lately. We chat through the rumors as well as if Brooks Koepka will be in the field this week. How is Patrick Reed giong to be play this week at Shinnecock? Gonna be a fun week. Cheers. Chapters00:00 Welcome Back and New Ventures02:57 Traditions and Hole-in-One Etiquette06:07 Sports Updates and Current Events09:00 Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson's Controversies12:00 Acupuncture and Personal Health Journeys22:15 Betting on Sports: March Madness and World Cup24:49 Celebrity Culture in Sports: The Knicks and Free Tickets27:30 Memorable Moments: A Trip to Shinnecock Hills30:37 US Open Predictions: Winning Scores and Key Players33:46 Phil Mickelson's Controversies: The Fall from Grace36:50 Current Golf Landscape: Who's the New Favorite?41:06 Golf Betting Insights44:24 US Open Predictions and Strategies48:20 Personal Updates and Experiences50:02 TV Shows and Movie Recommendations54:32 Summer Plans and Future EventsApparel for the show provided by turtleson. Be sure to check them out online for the new season lineup at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://turtleson.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thanks to Fantasy National Golf Club for providing the stat engine for the show. They can be found at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fantasynational.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Neat Glass. Be sure to check out The Neat Glass online at ⁠⁠⁠⁠theneatglass.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or on Instagram @theneatglass for an improved experience and use discount code: bb10 to receive your Birdies & Bourbon discount. Thank you for taking the time listen to the Birdies & Bourbon Show for all things PGA Tour, golf, gear, bourbon and mixology. Dan & Cal aim to bring you entertaining and informative episodes weekly. Please help spread the word on the podcast and tell a friend about the show. You can also help by leaving an 5-Star iTunes review. We love to hear the feedback and support! Cheers. Follow on Twitter & Instagram (@birdies_bourbon)

Josh Gregory has spent decades developing elite golfers, from NCAA champions to PGA TOUR winners. In this episode, Josh joins Smylie to discuss his coaching philosophy, his years leading championship college programs, and what separates players who make it from those who don't.They revisit stories from coaching Bryson DeChambeau and Patrick Reed, discuss Jackson Koivun's future, and break down the mental traits shared by great players. Josh also walks through real short-game scenarios while analyzing footage of Taylor Moore, Pierceson Coody and JJ Spaun, explaining how lie conditions, bunker shots, grain, bounce and technique affect decision-making around the greens.Plus, discussions on NIL, college golf, PGA TOUR U, and the changing pathway to professional golf.CHAPTERS:00:00 Intro: Josh Gregory Joins TSS01:24 Coaching Philosophy & Life Lessons05:02 What Makes Future Tour Stars Different?09:35 Recruiting & Coaching Bryson DeChambeau17:15 Short Game Philosophy20:20 Reading Lies & Into-The-Grain Pitch Shots27:14 Bunker Play: Firm vs Soft Sand33:00 Patrick Reed's Unique Short Game Technique36:12 JJ Spaun's Short Game Transformation41:38 College Golf vs Turning Pro46:38 Building the Ideal Amateur Wedge Setup50:00 Final Thoughts#golf #pgatour #smylieshow #Brysondechambeau #patrickreed #jjspaun #smyliekaufman #joshgregory

Join Pat Fitzmaurice as he breaks down his top five bets to make ahead of this weekend's PGA Championship! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Scottie Scheffler to win - 0:01:07 Patrick Reed to finish top 10 - 0:03:48 Xander Schauffele to finish top 10 - 0:05:50 Matt McCarty to finish top 10 - 0:07:03 Robert MacIntyre to win outright at 72-1 - 0:09:08 Helpful Links: Hard Rock Bet - Sign up for Hard Rock Bet and make a $5 bet and you'll get $150 in bonus bets if you win. Head over to Hard Rock Bet, sign up and make your first deposit today. Payable in bonus bet(s). Not a cash offer. Offered by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in FL. Offered by Seminole Hard Rock Digital, LLC, in all other states. Must be 21+ and physically present in AZ, CO, FL, IL, IN, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ, CO, IL, NJ, OH, TN, VA) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BettingPros App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Make winning bets with advice and picks from top sports betting experts. The BettingPros app puts consensus and expert-driven sports betting advice at your fingertips to help you pinpoint the best odds and make winning bets. Download it today on the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Play⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BettingPros Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Looking to up your game in sports betting? Join our exclusive sports betting Discord community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bettingpros.com/chat⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Not only can you connect with expert handicappers who provide free picks for NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, player props, live betting, and more, but now you can also participate in our weekly community picks. Cast your vote, see how your picks stack up against the experts, and track your success! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BettingPros Pick Tracker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Want to track all of your wagers in one place? Check out the BettingPros Pick Tracker. It syncs up with your sportsbooks to tally which picks hit, and which miss AND gives you a live look at what the public is doing so you can use real-time tracking to determine which plays to make, and which to fade: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bettingpros.com/pick-tracking⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Omaha Steaks - Go to https://www.OmahaSteaks.com to get an extra $35 off with promo code PROS at checkout. Minimum purchase may apply. Thanks to Omaha Steaks for sponsoring us!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baden and Clappy kick off with a deep dive into the oddities of international timekeeping — Mother's Day, Father's Day, and why Adelaide is somehow half an hour ahead of Brisbane in summer — before getting into the golf that matters.Chris Wood's win on the Hotel Planner Challenge Tour gets the treatment it deserves: a former Ryder Cup player who bottomed out, rebuilt on the Mina Tour, and quietly reminded everyone he was always that good. Then Alex Fitzpatrick's near-miss at the weekend sparks a conversation about whether he's already the real deal — back door PGA Tour card or not.Brandt Snedeker. First win in a decade. Baden tries to recruit him at Steph Curry's charity event after three gin and tonics. It doesn't go well. Neither did the Brad Faxon putting lesson pitch at the PGA Show — though apparently there's a mate in Brisbane with $10k and a Scotty Cameron collection who's still waiting by the phone.Lucas Herbert's LIV win leads into a broader discussion on where the rebel league is headed, the pathway problem for players like Laurie Canter and Patrick Reed, and why the Aussie Open deserves more than it's getting from the PGA Tour.Then it's onto the PGA Championship preview at Ermenegildo Golf Club outside Sydney — Donald Ross design, Gil Hanse renovation, and what both mean for how the course will play. Baden makes his pick. Clappy floats Fleetwood and Rahm. Phil Kenyon gets a mention, a story, and a standing invitation to come on the pod.Plus: the Victoria Institute of Sport, the danger of turning everyone into the same swing, and why Herbie's career is basically a masterclass in knowing who you are at 17.Next week: KB joins the show. The hair rankings are officially open.

Joe and Hollywood recap a busy South Florida sports weekend, highlighted by the Cadillac Championship at Doral and the F1 Miami Grand Prix, both delivering big moments for the city. In golf, Cameron Young stood out with a win over Scottie Scheffler and earned praise for calling a penalty on himself, sparking a larger conversation about integrity and cheating in golf and tennis, including references to players like Patrick Reed and the culture of bending rules in amateur sports. The discussion then shifts to reports that Miami may be removed from the Super Bowl rotation, with Joe pushing back and arguing the city is built for the biggest events despite the NFL potentially favoring colder markets. The segment also touches on Dolphins QB Malik Willis throwing out a rough first pitch at a Marlins game, adding a lighter local moment to the weekend recap.

The segment recaps a big weekend in South Florida sports and events, highlighting both the Cadillac Championship and the Miami Grand Prix as standout attractions. In golf, Cameron Young delivered a composed performance, ultimately outlasting Scottie Scheffler and even calling a penalty on himself—earning praise for his integrity under pressure. The conversation then turns to sportsmanship more broadly, with Joe and Hollywood discussing the culture of cheating and bending rules in amateur golf, pointing to players like Patrick Reed as examples that fuel the debate. The segment wraps with a wider look at dishonesty in individual sports like golf and tennis, including Joe's frustration with casual competitors who exaggerate their skill or break rules during competition.

Uh-oh!  LIV Golf lost its financial life preserver this week. The Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) is pulling the Saudi P-LUG on LIV Golf at the conclusion of this season in late August. Meanwhile, PGA Tour players and cheerleaders like Golf Channel’s Brandel Chamblee are doing the expected “I told you so” round of high fives late this week. LIV Golf announced a restructuring plan Thursday “to support a transition from a foundational launch phase to a diversified, multi-partnered investment model”. Let me offer a simpler translation.  The Saudi money tree has dried up.  They are desperately seeking very wealthy people or cash-rich companies needing a billion-dollar annual tax loss. Oddly, no one has confirmed (or denied) whether the Saudi Public Investment Fund has officially parted ways with funding LIV Golf. The league’s Sugar Daddy cannot be happy with losing an estimated $5 billion over five golf seasons beginning in 2022. Thursday’s announcement by LIV Golf included the addition of an independent board led by a couple of investment bankers.  Good luck finding those new pigeons, gents! New Orleans’ first-ever LIV Golf event was expected to be played in late June.  Whose bad idea was that?  Not to worry.  This week, we learned that the New Orleans LIV tournament has been “postponed” (perhaps) until this fall. Louisiana’s state tourism group will receive a refund of more than $1 million already paid to LIV Golf to come to town.  However, the state’s taxpayers have already invested $2 million in making needed improvements to bring the former City Park layout (now renamed Bayou Oaks) into condition for a pro golf tournament. At least Crescent City golfers will be able to enjoy the brand new driving range and other course improvements which have been made. What are the chances that LIV Golf finds new backers and survives into next year? Despite all of that flowery rhetoric, LIV Golf’s current business model simply doesn’t work. The league initially paid more than $1 billion in signing bonuses to major golf champions such as Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau, Phil Mickelson, Cameron Smith, and Bubba Watson.  Other top names signed for less than $100 million each. Brooks Keopka and Patrick Reed have recently left LIV Golf.  They both joined LIV Golf during its first year in 2022 and played through 2025. The two major champions negotiated their own exit plans over the winter.  Koepka then cut a deal with the PGA Tour to return this spring.  Patrick Reed was required to wait until the PGA Tour’s FedEx Cup concludes in late August before he returns to the tour. LIV Golf’s biggest success has come in a few foreign countries starved to see some of the top professional golf stars. Tour events in Australia and South Africa were sold-out this spring with more than 100,000 fans during their LIV Golf tournaments.  LIV Golf’s worldwide events are also quite expensive to transport people, equipment, and facilities to different countries every two weeks. The league has played about half of its tournament schedule in the US. Those events have generally failed to attract significant crowds or revenue. LIV Golf pays its golfers a total prize money worth $30 million at each event in 2026. If a US event draws a total of 40,000 fans at (let’s say) $50 average ticket prices, that generates only $2 million in ticket revenue.  The math doesn’t work. LIV Golf’s television package with FOX Sports (which has been covered in a few previous posts) does not provide the league any significant revenue, either.  Playing in foreign countries brings major challenges for television.  Time zone differences have caused a few events to fall during the overnight hours back in the US. It would require take a drastic reduction in LIV Golf’s tournament purses (back down into the $3-$5 million range) to give the league any chance of treading water financially. Such a payday reduction would likely cause top LIV Golf names like Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau to leave once their contracts expire.  DeChambeau’s LIV agreement is set to expire at the end of this summer. What type of investor wants to spend their money on such a risky business venture with its top attractions leaving?  Not many – if any. Then again, the PGA Tour’s own financial picture isn’t all that great, either The PGA Tour has always remained closely guarded when it comes to its own financial affairs.  Some at PGA headquarters may want to pop some champagne bottles upon hearing of LIV Golf’s likely demise. In reality, the PGA Tour’s accountant should counsel them to put the bubbly back into the bar – at least for now. Did you know that the PGA Tour abruptly (and very quietly) ended two long-time events staged in Hawaii? The PGA Tour has held at least one annual golf tournament in Hawaii since 1965.  Honolulu has played host to the Sony Open in Oahu for 51 years. Another tournament called the Sentry (Insurance) Open was added in Maui beginning in 1999.  It featured the winners of each of the prior year’s PGA golf tournaments along with other leading money winners. Attendance at both events has never been particularly strong.  However, January’s television coverage of golf being played in the warm sunshine of Hawaii had been great in attracting home TV audiences and the title golf sponsors. The PGA Tour just said “Aloha” to these long-time events beginning next year Cancellation of these two long-running PGA men’s golf events in Hawaii next year are not the only departures from the PGA Tour after 2026, either. Farmer’s Insurance ended its long-time sponsorship of the PGA event in San Diego earlier this spring. The insurance provider had been the title sponsor at Torrey Pines in San Diego for the past 17 years. Other long-time PGA Tour sponsors such as Genesis (Los Angeles), Charles Schwab (Fort Worth) and Wyndham Hotels (Greensboro) face renewal decisions in 2026. Primary PGA Tour sponsors are becoming increasingly skeptical about making significant multi-year financial commitments at increasing costs.  The average PGA Tour title sponsorship now costs nearly $15 million per year with a multi-year commitment required from the sponsor. These title companies expect more than just goodwill when forking-out a significant percentage of their annual advertising budget to sponsor a one week pro golf tournament. Why are PGA title sponsorships priced so high today? Let’s go back a few decades.  Phil Mickelson first teed-up on the PGA Tour in the summer of 1992.  He’s now 55 and was one of the first PGA Tour golfers signed by LIV Golf in 2022. Tiger Woods has, for practical purposes, retired from the PGA Tour.  He turned 50 last December and now qualifies to play on the PGA Champions (Senior) Tour. There was a dramatic increase for PGA tournament payouts during Tiger and Phil’s careers.  Fans of both golfers helped to generate a renewed interest in the game over the past 30 years. The total prize pool for ALL PGA Tour events in 1994 was $57 million.  By 2024, the men’s golf tournament payouts had increased almost tenfold to $551 million. Unfortunately, both Phil Mickelson and the oft-injured and recently out-of-sight Tiger Woods are no longer factors in recent years. The competition from LIV Golf beginning in 2022 absolutely contributed to the PGA Tour maintaining and boosting its tournament payouts.  It was done to prevent other major PGA stars from jumping over to the new LIV Golf league. Guess who has been footing the bill for those huge increases in tournament payouts? Tournament title sponsors, of course! A golf tournament’s title sponsor generally covers all of the costs associated with bringing a PGA Tour event to each community.  The money goes to pay for operational costs on the ground plus that rising amount of tournament prize money being paid to the players. That good ol’ economic concept of the elasticity of demand is in effect right now. The loss of PGA Tour long-time tournament title sponsors has resulted in a reduction in the number of annual events. Many PGA weekly tournaments feature a rather watered-down field with few of the top 50 players bothering to show up.  Some may not like the golf course.  Others are taking time to prepare for future events or spend the week with their families. Tournament title sponsors, though, are left with a field with few “name” golfers.  That leads to lower local attendance and reduced national television exposure for the title sponsor of that particular golf tournament. Today’s top PGA Tour fan favorites include Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler. A little renewed competition from young major champion golfers like LIV Golf’s Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm, and Cam Smith would definitely boost interest at some of the PGA Tour’s most neglected tournament stops. The PGA Tour’s most recent media rights deals with CBS and NBC/Golf Channel provides annual revenue of $700 million through the year 2030.  It would be a smart business decision for the PGA Tour to add the primary stars of LIV Golf into the mix long before the next round of TV rights negotiations. The PGA Tour shouldn’t gloat about LIV Golf’s financial failure A $3 billion life preserver was provided to the PGA Tour in early 2024 from private equity partner Strategic Sports Group.  That cash infusion has kept the long-term golf league in respectable financial shape. Half of the $3 billion was utilized to create a new long-term bonus incentive program for the golfers.  Current PGA stars earn a portion of their bonus money based on their annual performance.  Importantly, they are required to remain a PGA member in order to collect that money in the future. The other half of the $3 billion from Strategic Sports Group was slated for “PGA Tour business.”  What exactly does that mean?  Is it being used to cover tournament losses?  What about the cost of funding former PGA players’ retirement accounts?  Nobody knows for sure. Phil Mickelson had deep suspicions about how the PGA Tour was being managed.  That is one reason why Lefty jumped to LIV Golf in 2022.  He claimed that the PGA Tour had been unfair to its players by retaining the exclusive rights to sell and market highlights of individual golfers to social media sites without compensation going back to the players. An increasing lack of trust between top PGA Tour management and several key players came to a head once LIV Golf came knocking in 2022. How can the PGA Tour patch things up with LIV golfers if that league folds soon? Yes, I do have a few ideas. Come back next time for Part 2.  Let’s work out a plan so that golf fans emerge as the winners! The post Hey, PGA Tour! Most fans WANT LIV Golfers Back! appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.

Baden and Clappy are back to unpack a massive week in golf. They kick off at Harbour Town — a course that makes the case that great design, not a rolled-back ball, is how you defend par. From there it's a proper debate on the USGA's bifurcation plan: is it pointless engineering theatre, or the future of the pro game? The boys get into why slower swingers barely notice the change, the social awkwardness of "which ball are you playing?" at your home club, and why Trotty Golf reckons driver designers will claw every yard back anyway.Then it's ground reaction forces — the thing Baden famously doesn't have. Clappy breaks down the three flavours (lateral, vertical, rotary), why Scottie Scheffler slides and Matt Fitzpatrick pulls his front foot out of the way, and how understanding ground forces turned his clubhead speed from 116 to 132 mph. Plus a sharp take on why most 18-handicappers should be nowhere near a force plate.The back half dives into LIV's rumoured cash crunch, TaylorMade team rebrands, and the no-man's-land waiting for returning players like Cam Smith, Joaquin Niemann and DJ — while Patrick Reed serves out his suspension. Bryson's stirring up trouble again. And next week: golf media insider Luke Kerr-Dineen joins the pod.Grab a coffee. Plenty to chew on.

-Reports have been surfacing the last 2 days that LIV Golf may be in its final days…because Saudi Arabia's PIF is on the verge of cuttingsupport for the tour as they look to change priorities for situations occurring in the Middle East-Golf fans have been waiting for the league to crumble for a while, as seen by star golfers Brooks Koepka and Patrick Reed opting toleave the tour…if it does fold, there are questions as to what the PGA does for reinstating the golfers…Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Rory McIlroy made history with back-to-back Masters wins, but can the gritty Atlanta Hawks pull off a playoff upset against the Knicks? Join Dave Garner and Billy Dowd on Terrible Towel Tuesday for lively debate on golf drama, Braves small ball vs. power hitting, Angel Reese heading to the Atlanta Dream, NFL streaming issues, and more local sports energy. Dave’s X Account: https://x.com/DaveGarner777 www.sportspigradio.com Facebook Android App ios App Instagram YouTube Advertise With UsWant to reach loyal, engaged listeners who support local businesses? Advertise on our shows and put your brand in front of the right audience. Click below and an account executive will contact you. Advertise with Us Chapters00:00 Introduction and Banter 02:39 Masters Picks Competition and Billy Dowd's Win 04:55 Patrick Reed, Justin Rose & Rory McIlroy Discussion 07:13 Mental Game of Golf and DeChambeau Talk 09:35 Driving Range Stories and Iron Play Advice 13:55 Commercials and Break 16:04 WrestleMania, Ty Gibbs, and On-Location Plans 18:26 Masters Broadcast Moments and Rory's Repeat 20:33 Key Shots, Scheffler Performance & Course Conditions 22:59 Private Jets, Gift Shop Spending & Champions Dinner 25:20 Pressure in Golf and DeChambeau Mind Games 27:12 Commercials and Break 29:41 Braves Small Ball vs Power Hitting Debate 32:04 Pitching Needs, Acuna Trade Talk & Team Outlook 36:44 Restaurant Inspection Scores 39:57 Hunter Biden Challenge, WrestleMania Preview 44:20 New Dirt Track Racing Show Announcement 46:16 Hawks Playoff Hype vs Knicks and Gritty Defense 50:52 Size Concerns, Foul Trouble & Historical Matchups 55:26 Closing Energy and Show Wrap-UpSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rory McIlroy made history with back-to-back Masters wins, but can the gritty Atlanta Hawks pull off a playoff upset against the Knicks? Join Dave Garner and Billy Dowd on Terrible Towel Tuesday for lively debate on golf drama, Braves small ball vs. power hitting, Angel Reese heading to the Atlanta Dream, NFL streaming issues, and more local sports energy. Dave’s X Account: https://x.com/DaveGarner777 www.sportspigradio.com Facebook Android App ios App Instagram YouTube Advertise With UsWant to reach loyal, engaged listeners who support local businesses? Advertise on our shows and put your brand in front of the right audience. Click below and an account executive will contact you. Advertise with Us Chapters00:00 Introduction and Banter 02:39 Masters Picks Competition and Billy Dowd's Win 04:55 Patrick Reed, Justin Rose & Rory McIlroy Discussion 07:13 Mental Game of Golf and DeChambeau Talk 09:35 Driving Range Stories and Iron Play Advice 13:55 Commercials and Break 16:04 WrestleMania, Ty Gibbs, and On-Location Plans 18:26 Masters Broadcast Moments and Rory's Repeat 20:33 Key Shots, Scheffler Performance & Course Conditions 22:59 Private Jets, Gift Shop Spending & Champions Dinner 25:20 Pressure in Golf and DeChambeau Mind Games 27:12 Commercials and Break 29:41 Braves Small Ball vs Power Hitting Debate 32:04 Pitching Needs, Acuna Trade Talk & Team Outlook 36:44 Restaurant Inspection Scores 39:57 Hunter Biden Challenge, WrestleMania Preview 44:20 New Dirt Track Racing Show Announcement 46:16 Hawks Playoff Hype vs Knicks and Gritty Defense 50:52 Size Concerns, Foul Trouble & Historical Matchups 55:26 Closing Energy and Show Wrap-UpSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to the Sorry to Interrupt podcast! Tom and Sean are back to react to a wild Moving Day at Augusta that saw Cam Young and Rory tied for the lead at -11 heading into Sunday. They also discuss Scottie's 65 and how he's very much still alive at only 4 back, as well as some other notable performances from Jason Day, Justin Rose and Sam Burns. Finally, they close out the leaderboard and Tom deacribes what makes this weekend performance by Patrick Reed so compelling before giving their predictions for Sunday. Everyone enjoy the pod!

Rory McIlroy will take the largest 36 hole lead in Masters history into the weekend as he fired a spectacular 2nd round 65 to open up a 6-shot lead over Patrick Reed and Sam Burns. We will discuss what it would take for someone not named Rory McIlroy to win this tournament, and just how it could happen. Bryson DeChambeau made a triple-bogey on 18 to miss the cut. We dive into some Masters disappointments, as well as some other storylines to look for on the weekend at Augusta National. Subscribe to the Break80 Podcast on Apple, Spotify and YouTube for weekly golf content. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

0:00: So this is what a freed-up Rory McIlroy looks like 02:30: How the last seven holes might have won Rory another green jacket 07:00: We were wrong! Rory had the right plan all along 11:00: Scores were significantly better in the second round. What happened? 15:00: Can anyone make up this huge halftime deficit? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sam Burns (-5) and defending Masters Champion Rory McIlroy (-5) lead after Round 1 at Augusta National Golf Club. The trio of TM Rose (-3), Kurt Kitayama (-3), and Patrick Reed (-3) all sit T3. We break down all of the day's events: Rory & Bermuda Burns rounds, P.Reed & Scottie, and stinky Bryson and Rahm. Plus, we get onsite reports from Soly & Neil, a couple of Scoops Voicemails, Thrills & Delights presented by Big Randy, and a bunch more. Presented by Titleist. FootJoy - #1 Shoe in Golf High Noon - Sun's Up! H&B - NLU10 at https://www.hbgolf.com Looking to travel this year, check out East Sands Golf Co.: https://www.eastsandsgolf.co/nlu Join us in our support of the Evans Scholars Foundation: https://nolayingup.com/esf The NLU email newsletter: bi-monthly updates on all things NLU: https://newsletter.nolayingup.com/subscribe Join The No Laying Up Nest: https://nolayingup.com/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

0:00 - The Nuggets are hosting the Thunder tonight, and OKC is playing...no one. They have the 1 seed locked up. They have absolutely no reason to play any big guns. So what should the Nuggets do? Should they rest their top dogs too? Do they need more wins to ensure the get the 3 seed? What's the play here?If they decide they need a win tonight, what are the keys to the game?11:55 - Don't be nervous about the Avs! We're not doing curse stuff. The Presidents' Trophy curse is a bunch of hogwash. Don't overthink this. The Avs are good. They're better than everyone else. Therefore, they're going to win. It's simple math.27:59 - Moser doesn't like Patrick Reed because of everything about him as a human being. His words, not mine. Part of that includes how Patrick Reed runs. Moser made fun of his running. So, Brett and Vic challenge Moser to do a better job. They sent him out into the hallway to run and prove he has better form.After that, it's time for our favorite part of the week DRUNK TAKES! We take clips from throughout the week, slow em down to half speed and it makes us sound like we're hammered!

Masters Mania at Nick and Jakes restaurant with an episode that lives up to the festive atmosphere. Masters breakdown, Royals offensive woes, a little Chiefs draft speculation, trivia fun, and the usual enjoyable detours. Join the crowd!

Mike Schopp and the Bulldog are joined by Sammy P to discuss betting strategies for the Masters, including Rory McIlroy's odds and Patrick Reed's performance. They also analyze Lindy Ruff's chances for the Jack Adams Award as the Buffalo Sabres push for the playoffs. The conversation concludes with insights into NFL Draft prospects and a quick look at the MLB season. 01:01 - Rory McIlroy Masters Etiquette 04:52 - Golf Pick Ten Betting 11:10 - Lindy Ruff Award Odds 15:38 - NFL Draft MLB Updates

One of the Year's Greatest Golf Days is Off & Rolling- THE MASTERS in Action on Thurs! GOIN' DOWN AT AUGUSTA, Drive Family! full 986 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 01:35:18 +0000 pe9eiYyDkADU9WyFgwUTNa8BJsrSX5Yx golf,pga,the masters,pga tour,tiger woods,masters,jack nicklaus,bryson dechambeau,augusta,augusta national,scottie scheffler,pga golf,pga masters,rory mcilroy,patrick reed,pga news,the masters tournament,golf news,masters golf,sports The Drive with Stoerner and Hughley golf,pga,the masters,pga tour,tiger woods,masters,jack nicklaus,bryson dechambeau,augusta,augusta national,scottie scheffler,pga golf,pga masters,rory mcilroy,patrick reed,pga news,the masters tournament,golf news,masters golf,sports One of the Year's Greatest Golf Days is Off & Rolling- THE MASTERS in Action on Thurs! GOIN' DOWN AT AUGUSTA, Drive Family! The Drive with Stoerner & Hughley delivers high-energy Houston sports talk built for H-Town fans who want insight with edge. Former NFL quarterback Clint Stoerner teams up with Ron “The Show” Hughley to break down everything that matters in Houston sports — from Texans training camp storylines and NFL playoff races to Astros postseason pushes and Rockets rebuild updates. A must-listen for Houston sports talk, the show blends locker-room perspective, strong opinions and authentic fan energy while covering SEC football, UH hoops, college sports across Texas and the biggest headlines shaping the NFL and MLB. For passionate, informed and locally-focused Houston sports analysis, The Drive with Stoerner & Hughley keeps fans connected to the teams and stories that define the city. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports False

Haotong Li is your leader at Augusta. Do professional golfers make for good mini golf players? Tim's reasoning for not playing in the Masters. Friend of the show, Michael McGreevy joins us early after his win in DC. Heading out to Boone Valley. Can he show up to any course in the area and play? His win yesterday against Nationals. The vibe around the team after the first couple weeks. Sightseeing in DC. Lil Irish. Happy with the start to his season. Consistency in his changeup. Jordan Walker's hot start. Hitting him with the navy cap question.That's what's going on at Augusta. Jackson always pays his debts. Trouble with the flat stick. Angel Cabrera. Mark Calcavecchia booted off the property for breaking the no phone policy. Sewer dwellers. The mole people of Vegas. Social media ablaze. Doug vs. Chairman Ridley.Timmy's perfect swing. We're a music show first. Throwin' paper to the bullpen. Jackson explains young things to the olds. Walker's barrel rate. The call of Walker's 5th homerun of the season yesterday against the Nationals. Walker talking about his confidence level. Doug's ready to call Jordan Walker the Aaron Judge of St. Louis. The Spanish language remix of Navy Caps. The song got played at Humphrey's last night for Penny Pitchers."Nine Catchers". Artists are just dying to perform Chariman's hits. Can't we just have fun? Is it Jose Maria Olazabal's time? Jeff Suppan talking with The Cat about the 2006 team and why they were able to win the World Series. Suppan AKA The Unknown DJ. Martin efforting Magic Johnson. The Copacabana of morning sports talk radio. Alpena was a real takesmith. Country Club infidelity. A bag full of gravy.Needs that need satiated. The sideburn canal. Doug's not seeing any games on the schedule where we'll get our navy caps. The audience is pro Sunday hat. Salient point, Martin.Whispering while we look at the leaderboard at Augusta. Mt. Rushmore of golfers who have been arrested. Jackson and Tim don't talk when they're gambling on the golf course. Guess the attendance for the upcoming Cardinal series. Martin is expecting the biggest crowd on Sunday. Battlehawks need some weapons. That Alpena is tatted up. Gary Player and his young girlfriend. Does Doug have any updates on The Boy Toy?Joined by Cardinal broadcaster, Brad Thompson following the series win in DC. Fans investing emotionally and players doing the same. Jordan Walker and Casey Chenoweth's connection. What's behind Walker's red hot start? Good offensive output thus far. JJ Wetherholt's start. The early struggles from Dustin May and the bullpen.We're buckin' the trend today. Look at that leaderboard, Doug. Patrick Reed and Tommy Fleetwood at the top at -3. You're crowdsourcing hard there, Doug. Cinco de Mayo coming up and it's gonna be great. Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD.Hard to tell the difference between this and Billy Joel. A truncated QFTA today. Teasing an announcement people are going to be interested in. We're not gonna tell people what to feel, Doug.Doug questioning the legitimacy of the azaleas. Can't feel great to be +11 thru 12. The average MLB salary. Colby Britches. Cards helping bring that average down. Boats and divorces. The lost art of tap dancing. The hero we need, but certainly don't deserve. Flyover Fantasy.It's time for Stifel Market Moves. The March Madness Championship game viewership up significantly over last year. Keith Sweat AND Keith Smart. Five year eligibility proposal for college athletics.And the winner of the Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-19:20) Joined by Cardinal broadcaster, Brad Thompson following the series win in DC. Fans investing emotionally and players doing the same. Jordan Walker and Casey Chenoweth's connection. What's behind Walker's red hot start? Good offensive output thus far. JJ Wetherholt's start. The early struggles from Dustin May and the bullpen.(19:28-30:17) We're buckin' the trend today. Look at that leaderboard, Doug. Patrick Reed and Tommy Fleetwood at the top at -3. You're crowdsourcing hard there, Doug. Cinco de Mayo coming up and it's gonna be great. Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD.(30:27-37:29) Hard to tell the difference between this and Billy Joel. A truncated QFTA today. Teasing an announcement people are going to be interested in. We're not gonna tell people what to feel, Doug.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Griffin Yow of the New England Revolution joins Zolak & Bertrand to discuss the pressures of joining a new team, his time in New England, waffles, and more.(9:36) We continue the hour with our thoughts on Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla calling the coach of the year award stupid(20:13) The guys take more calls on the Vrabel, Patrick Reed, Farrah Abraham, and more(32:41) Today's TakeawaysSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the greatest week in golf! The boys are back for Episode 373 of the Chasing Daylight Podcast to celebrate the 2026 Masters. From breaking down the top storylines to testing our Augusta National knowledge, we are covering everything that makes this tradition unlike any other. Plus, we finally got our Taste of the Masters package (take that, UPS!) and we're giving away some epic gear. In this episode, we cover:The Top Storylines: We review AI's top 5 stories, including Rory McIlroy defending his title, Patrick Reed's return, and Tiger Woods missing out. Masters Picks: The crew locks in their picks to win the Green Jacket, featuring names like Justin Rose, Jordan Spieth, and Jake Knapp. Augusta Trivia: We test our knowledge on the Champions Dinner, caddie jumpsuits, and the highest scores ever recorded on a single hole. Taste of the Masters: We break down the legendary spread, including the famous pimento cheese and egg salad sandwiches. Weekend Golf Recaps: Joe details his struggles and lost golf balls, while Matt talks about his rounds at Paiute and TPC Vegas. Apparel Hot Takes: We discuss Jason Day's wild Malbon bird-watching vest and the Travis Mathew Masters shoe drop. Giveaways: We draw the winners for the limited 1-of-100 Garson jumpsuit grip, the Sunday Swagger hat, and the HittinGreens Masters drop hat!SUBSCRIBE TO CDP PREMIUM: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1871697/subscribeSpecial thanks to our show sponsor:

Mike and Charlie spoke to a WWL listener about the Pelicans. David Bearman, the host of Betting with Bearman, joined Sports Talk. Bearman broke down the upcoming Masters Tournament, highlighting Rory McIlroy, Ludvig Aberg, Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm, Justin Rose, and Patrick Reed. Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment.

The Steelers are courting the top prospect out of the MAC as Emmanuel McNeil-Warren is set to visit. The 6'3 safety was a star on the Toledo defense. He committed just one penalty in his college career. Would this be a bad move by the Steelers at 21? KDKA TV's Bob Pompeani joined the show. Pomp is revved up for The Masters, which is underway at Augusta. How are his picks looking? Why is Patrick Reed so hated? Bob shared his ideal ‘Masters meal' so the guys could critique it. Should the Steelers consider safety in the 1st round? Bob talked about draft coverage over the years with the selection meeting coming to town in 2 weeks. Where does the job by Dan Muse rank among coaching jobs in major PGH sports in the last decade? Power Rankings – WPIAL draft picks by value.

KDKA TV's Bob Pompeani joined the show. Pomp is revved up for The Masters, which is underway at Augusta. How are his picks looking? Why is Patrick Reed so hated? Bob shared his ideal ‘Masters meal' so the guys could critique it. Should the Steelers consider safety in the 1st round? Bob talked about draft coverage over the years with the selection meeting coming to town in 2 weeks. Where does the job by Dan Muse rank among coaching jobs in major PGH sports in the last decade?

Gene has all the details on the latest sports headlines & top stories in Shots!

The Masters are underway. The Sabres & Amerks both earned big wins Wednesday. Plus Gene goes over the lastest NFL stories.

David Bearman, the host of Betting with Bearman, joined Sports Talk. Bearman broke down the upcoming Masters Tournament, highlighting Rory McIlroy, Ludvig Aberg, Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm, Justin Rose, and Patrick Reed.

What happens when two distinct innovation ecosystems, one rooted in the Gulf South and the other on the West Coast, come together with a shared goal? In this episode, host Elaine Hamm, PhD, is joined by special guest host James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, for a dynamic conversation on how regions like the Gulf South and the San Diego binational ecosystem can collaborate to accelerate biotech innovation. From cross-border partnerships and shared workforce models to creative approaches for connecting founders, investors, and institutions, this episode explores what real collaboration looks like beyond the buzzword. In this episode, you'll learn: Why binational and cross-regional models can unlock new opportunities in biotech, from workforce to commercialization. How the Gulf South's culture of collaboration creates a strong foundation for ecosystem growth. Practical ways to move from talking about collaboration to actually executing it, including shared events, partnerships, and accountability. Tune in to learn how intentional collaboration, complementary strengths, and a willingness to act can connect ecosystems and create new opportunities for biotech innovation across regions. Links: Connect with James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, and learn about Connect. Connect with Elaine Hamm, PhD, and learn about Tulane Medicine Business Development and the School of Medicine. Connect with Patrick Reed, RTTP. Learn more about the Alliance for Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare and Bio International. Connect with Ian McLachlan, BIO from the BAYOU producer. Learn more about BIO from the BAYOU - the podcast. Bio from the Bayou is a podcast that explores biotech innovation, business development, and healthcare outcomes in New Orleans & The Gulf South, connecting biotech companies, investors, and key opinion leaders to advance medicine, technology, and startup opportunities in the region.

Andy and Brendan are just about ready to head down to Ponte Vedra for a "major" March event, but we've already missed out on one Players tradition! Andy can't believe that the yearly TPC Sawgrass arrival videos did not make it into Sunday's Arnold Palmer Invitational broadcast. NBC couldn't cut away from a duel between Daniel Berger and Akshay Bhatia on the back nine that ended with Akshay's third playoff win on the PGA Tour. The two break down Bhatia's comeback win and standing in the game as one of the premier players under the age of 25. The constant comparisons between Rickie Fowler and Arnold Palmer and some complaints from Justin Thomas regarding the setup at Bay Hill also feature prominently in this Arnold Palmer Invitational recap. The Players DID release their featured groups on Sunday afternoon, leaving a spot for an injured(?) Rory McIlroy and a struggling Justin Thomas to be on non-stop coverage for the first two rounds. Andy's "Event of the Week," the Puerto Rico Open, was "must see TV" with a leaderboard full of young talent including John Daly II, Blades Brown, and winner Ricky Castillo. Patrick Reed notched another DP World Tour top 10, but could not stop the blaze of Dan Bradbury at the Joburg Open. Brendan then shifts the conversation to Jon Rahm's win at LIV Hong Kong, his first individual win since 2024. Neither Brendan nor Andy are moved much by this win for Rahm and point out that maybe playing a LIV schedule is not the best preparation for a major championship, unlike the test presented by Bay Hill this week. Lastly on results, Zach Johnson is one-for-one in his Champs Tour career, taking down the James Hardie Pro Football Hall of Fame Invitational! Sorry to all Ben Crane bettors, as he finished outside of the top 30 in his Senior Tour debut. This Gambling Podcast regrets the error. Check back on Tuesday as Andy and Brendan go live(?) to preview the 2026 Players Championship! Thank you to Optum for their support of our Players Championship coverage.

Andy Johnson is joined by CBS Golf's Shane Bacon on the latest Fried Egg Golf Podcast. They discuss Anthony Kim's comeback and his recent win at LIV Adelaide, Patrick Reed's move to a full DP World Tour schedule for 2026, and the potential changes to the PGA Tour's schedule coming next year. Visit ⁠Cobalt⁠ and use code "FRIEDEGGPOD15" for 15% off: https://cobalt-golf.com/discount/FRIEDEGGPOD?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fdiscountable-products

On today's episode, we break down a wild Sunday at the Waste Management, where Chris Gotterup emerged over Hideki Matsuyama (2:00). We dive into another top-5 finish from Scottie Scheffler (56:00), Patrick Reed's continued hot streak (59:50), and Brandel Chamblee's controversial comments about The Players (1:14:50). Plus, a little Super Bowl talk (35:10).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

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap Chris Gotterup and Patrick Reed winning their respective second tournament in three starts to move into the top 20 in the world rankings. They also discuss whether fans at the WM PHX Open crossed a line in interfering with Hideki Matsuyama twice on Sunday. Finally, they address the revived debate - should the PLAYERS be considered the fifth major?Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more golf insight!

Andy and Brendan planned to go LIVE on YouTube as part of "Golf's Favorite Pregame Show," but Hideki Matusyama had other plans. After a few too many wayward drives, Matsuyama could not make this a Victory Monday for Boston and coughed up the WM Phoenix Open to Chris Gotterup midway through the first quarter of the Super Bowl. Andy and Brendan recap a jam-packed week in the desert, hitting on Scottie Scheffler's t3 finish, Hideki's driver woes, and Chris Gotterup's continued ascension into the game's top tier. Patrick Reed could be the only player hotter than Gotterup right now, remaining undefeated in regulation in his last three starts with a win in Qatar. He is all but guaranteed a PGA Tour card through the DP World Tour now, but Brendan doubts his "lifelong goal to win the Order of Merit" is a real thing. Elvis Smylie immediately paid dividends for Rippers GC, staring down Jon Rahm in Riyadh for a win in his LIV debut. The two then run through results from the rest of the world and a bit of news before unpacking Brandel Chamblee's latest masterpiece of a take. Brandel made waves by suggesting that The Players Championship is ABOVE the four majors in stature and should absolutely be qualified as a major championship moving forward. Andy and Brendan are aghast at this statement and share some unsubstantiated rumors suggesting that the current PGA Tour membership does not share Brandel's personal opinion. Andy then previews Thursday night's live show in Chicago by reading some internet information about the event. Join us in Chicagoland for an SGS Live Show on Thursday, February 12! We'll be hanging out at SPACE in Evanston, Illinois for a night of Q&A, Champs Tour Minute, and plenty of Bears chatter. Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ticketweb.com/event/the-shotgun-start-space-tickets/14054084?pl=space⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more details. Use code "FriedEgg" for 15% off at ⁠mobjak.com

LIV Golf has finally gotten the Official World Golf Rankings they’ve been waiting for, but there’s a major catch that has many players and fans frustrated. In this week's episode of The Golf Podcast we'll break down the biggest wrinkle in golf's power struggle right now: LIV Golf finally receiving Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) points — and the immediate backlash that followed. After LIV revamped its schedule and format to meet ranking expectations, points are now being awarded right away, but only to the top 10 finishers (and ties) in individual stroke play. That hard cutoff has sparked frustration from players like Jon Rahm, who said it “doesn't seem fair,” and from LIV CEO Scott O'Neil, who argued the policy leaves the vast majority of the field with zero points. We'll explain why OWGR categorized LIV as a “small-field” situation, why no-cut events elsewhere still earn points deeper down the leaderboard, and what this means for players chasing majors, Ryder Cup points, and long-term career opportunities. To put it into perspective, we compare real recent points totals from the PGA TOUR (Waste Management Phoenix Open), LIV's season opener in Riyadh, and the DP World Tour event Patrick Reed won, plus how LIV's winner points stack up against a PGA TOUR alternate-field event like the Puerto Rico Open. Then we open it up to you: fair framework, or flop?   Listen to This Week’s Show Download on iTunes here Listen on Spotify here Thanks to this Week’s Sponsors Titleist is committed to ensuring that every golf ball delivers superior quality and consistency.  From ball to ball, dozen to dozen we should expect our golf ball to perform exactly the same way, shot after shot. That's why Titleist owns the design, the technology and the manufacturing to make sure consistency spot on every time. They even conduct all the testing and quality checks to make sure nothing slips through the cracks.  Titleist is the #1 ball for every player and the #1 ball in golf.  Choose the best for your game and find out more at Titleist.com. Trust your golf game to FootJoy, the number one Shoe in Golf. Shop now at FootJoy.com. Thanks for tuning to The Golf Podcast! Cover Image via X

The police siren is in use for this Friday episode following a Thursday 73 from Scottie Scheffler that left him visibly angry on PGA Tour Live! Andy and Brendan discuss an uncharacteristic over-par round from the World No. 1, as well as Brooks Koepka's tough day at a course he's won at in the past. Not everyone is on the struggle bus: Chris Gotterup has the first round lead with fellow young stars Pierceson Coody, Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen, and both Højgaards on his heels. In other PGA Tour news, they are once again starting up the "fifth major" debate around The Players Championship with a new promo that says "March Is Going To Be Major." Andy is ready for this weekend's Super Bowl after a week of hype in the Bay Area, but there's a brief preview of some events preceding next week's live show in Chicago. Somehow, this conversation ends with PJ challenging professional athletes to play him for an SGS season of "Pros vs. Joes." Patrick Reed could use someone to challenge him on the DP World Tour as he's once again right in the mix in Qatar. Brendan and Andy suggest any number of Euro stalwarts that could potentially become the "P Stopper" but it remains to be seen if anyone will step up. While Brooks is struggling in Phoenix, Smash GC is winning the team contest at LIV Riyadh, with some wondering if Talor "Sam Presti" Gooch has turned things around for good. The back half of this episode is dedicated to the PGA of America hiring Terry Clark as its new CEO, with Andy and Brendan both highlighting areas of need for the governing body now that it is under new leadership. Join us in Chicagoland for an SGS Live Show on Thursday, February 12! We'll be hanging out at SPACE in Evanston, Illinois for a night of Q&A, Champs Tour Minute, and plenty of Bears chatter. Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ticketweb.com/event/the-shotgun-start-space-tickets/14054084?pl=space⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more details.

Justin Rose decimates the field at Torrey while Patrick Reed nearly won again on the DP World Tour a few days removed from announcing he's not returning to LIV, plus an LPGA fiasco at a frigid Tournament of Champions with the Orlando event shortened to 54 holes and Nelly Korda winning for the first time since 2024. Soly and TC recap the week along with DJ who joins for some first hand perspective on the LPGA side of things. TC also takes us around the wolf of golf with a quick monitoring list, plus LIV corner and a grab bag of miscellaneous topics. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro and P's return 26:30 - DJ joins to laud Team Rose, recap Torrey 54:00 - TC's 12 monitoring items 1:12:30 - DJ's report from LPGA Orlando event Join us in our support of the Evans Scholars Foundation: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nolayingup.com/esf⁠ Support our Sponsors: Titleist Rhoback SoFi If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Nest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: No Laying Up's community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our light commercial interruptions (3 minutes of ads per 90 minutes of content) and receive access to exclusive content, discounts in the pro shop, and an annual member gift. It's a $90 annual membership, and you can sign up or learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nolayingup.com/join⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the No Laying Up Newsletter here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://newsletter.nolayingup.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the No Laying Up Podcast channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@NoLayingUpPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was a historic weekend of professional golf as one of the game's greatest achievements finally came to an end. Andy begins this episode on a somber note as Xander Schauffele's "made cut streak" was snapped on Friday at the Farmers Insurance Open. Brendan joins in, remembering other iconic streaks such as Cal Ripken Jr.'s consecutive games played record and comparing them to Xander's totally-not-made-up mark. Justin Rose did make the cut and ran away with his second win at Torrey Pines, defeating a trio of players by seven shots. The 45-year-old is now ranked third in the OWGR and has played some of the best golf of his career in the last 12 months. Andy and Brendan wonder how much gas he has left in the tank, with Brendan predicting that Rose will compete in majors into his fifties. In other notes from the Farmers, Brooks Koepka finished t56 and had plenty of time on the broadcast on ESPN, Golf Channel, and CBS despite never being competitive. One of the two mules that Brooks brought onto the "ark" this week did make some money, kicking off our yearlong game of Brooks vs. Mules. Johnson Wagner also made his long-awaited CBS debut and did not disappoint, recreating shots while the tournament was still going on! The two also discuss Michael Brennan's DQ thanks to a Data Boy and strong weeks from Si Woo Kim, Joel Dahmen, and Ryo Hisatsune. The DP World Tour event in Bahrain ended in a playoff featuring Patrick Reed and ended in a wild concession that no one had ever seen before. The main event of this podcast is Andy and Brendan's recap of what went on at the LPGA's Tournament of Champions on Sunday. The event was shortened into a 54-hole event due to the course not being an "optimal competitive environment" for "competitive competition" according to some statements from the tour. Andy and Brendan tee off as they're astounded by the celebrity pro-am still being played on the very same course rather than the actual tournament. For those with tinfoil hats, Nelly Korda won for the first time in over 440 days as a result of the shortened event. There's also plenty of Illinois basketball talk at the end of this episode, as well as more invites from colleges across the country who want Andy, Brendan, and PJ to inspire the youth of America. Join us in Chicagoland for an SGS Live Show on Thursday, February 12! We'll be hanging out at SPACE in Evanston, Illinois for a night of Q&A, Champs Tour Minute, and plenty of Bears chatter. Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ticketweb.com/event/the-shotgun-start-space-tickets/14054084?pl=space⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more details.

The hits just keep on coming early in this 2026 golf season: Patrick Reed is BACK on the PGA Tour... in August. Andy and Brendan begin this episode with some other breaking news regarding a beloved recurring bit possibly coming to an end and some more details about the SGS Live Show coming to Evanston on Thursday, February 12. They then dive into the biggest news of Thursday: Tony Finau's new Jordan Brand clothing. After a conversation about fashion, Andy and Brendan discuss Patrick Reed's decision to leave LIV Golf and play the DP World Tour in 2026 before returning to the PGA Tour in 2027. They debate whether "LIV is dead," as reported by many, and wonder whether any other LIV players will reassess their allegiances after Brian Rolapp removed another hurdle towards a PGA Tour return for Reed. Andy deems that LIV deserves this outcome of losing its stars following a FOX Sports graphic promoting the season opener that misspelled the names of Phil Mickelson, Dustin Johnson, and Martin Kaymer (henceforth known as Martin Kraymer on this podcast). Brendan reads Patrick Reed's statement, in which he claims he was "born to play on the PGA Tour," even though he voluntarily left said Tour years ago to play on LIV. The real winners in all of this? Guys like Laurie Canter and Victor Perez, who now have one less player to compete against for these big purses. Speaking of returning players, Brooks Koepka played his first round back on the PGA Tour on ESPN, carding a 73 on the South Course at Torrey Pines. Andy compares his "re-debut" to what it's like when Tiger returns from an injury, leading to massive over-analysis of every little thing in one round or tournament. Koepka played with Ludvig Åberg - always comfortable going to and from the course - and Max Homa, both of whom struggled mightily on Thursday. Justin Lower and Justin Rose are atop the leaderboard at Farmers. We end the show with the return of Golf Advice, featuring an Andy-submitted question for Brendan and a listener question that BP deems "human advice." Join us in Chicagoland for an SGS Live Show on Thursday, February 12! We'll be hanging out at SPACE in Evanston, Illinois for a night of Q&A, Champs Tour Minute, and plenty of Bears chatter. Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ticketweb.com/event/the-shotgun-start-space-tickets/14054084?pl=space⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more details.

TaylorMade CEO David Abeles joins the show (37:20) for an incredible interview on running a multi-billion dollar golf company, partnering with the top-3 players in the world (plus Tiger Woods), a driver that saved the company, the mini driver craze and much more. While we're recording, Patrick Reed returning to the PGA Tour news breaks (1:53:30). And we talk: Koepka's first call being Tiger (13:30), Nelly Korda's candid WTGL comments (23:20), Bill Belichick getting snubbed (1:33:50), Rory mocking Cantlay's foot waggle (29:50), and finish with Closest To The Pin (1:38:20).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

On today's episode PFT, Big T and Arian are joined by Francis Ellis to discuss the legend of Davy Crockett. Davy Crockett was an American frontiersman, soldier, and politician known for his rugged frontier life and hunting skills. Born in Tennessee in 1786, he later served in Congress and opposed Andrew Jackson's Indian Removal Act. He died fighting for Texas independence at the Battle of the Alamo in 1836. Plus, the guys get into the Manning family, the new Cleveland Browns head coach, Patrick Reed rejoining the PGA Tour, the doomsday clock and much more. Enjoy! (00:02:27) Francis Joins the Show (00:18:37) NFL Quarterbacks & Actors (00:29:44) The Manning Family (00:32:09) Cleveland Browns hire Todd Monken as head coach (00:36:48) Patrick Reed (00:42:10) Doomsday Clock (00:50:39) Davy CrockettYou 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/macrodosing

Not sure if you've heard about it, but Brooks Koepka is back on the PGA Tour this week! Andy joins Brendan for this Farmers Insurance Open preview coming off a big Ballfrogs win on Monday night. He's giddy about the Frogs continuing to earn the top spot in our TGL Power Rankings and makes a pitch for Michael Thorbjornsen to become a permanent member of the team. Brooks Koepka has not yet joined a TGL team, but he did join some assembled media for a pre-tournament press conference at Torrey Pines on Tuesday. He spoke about his nerves returning to the PGA Tour and seemed a little emotional discussing the path that led him back to the Farmers. Andy and Brendan unpack the half-hour presser before Brendan offers up some over/unders for Koepka's 2026 season. How many Signature Events will he play? Will he return to Bellerive for the BMW Championship in August? Will he ever suit up for Jupiter Links after all? Koepka will be in a featured group at the Farmers for Thursday and Friday which will be broadcast on linear TV thanks to ESPN. Brendan wonders if this is the PGA Tour showing off to Bryson and Rahm that they could also be prominently featured on the Worldwide Leader in Sports if they were to return before their approaching deadline. Could Patrick Reed also be part of this conspiracy? We'll have to find out. Andy shares his "5 Guys to Monitor (For Various Reasons)" ahead of this week's festivities at Torrey, keeping an eye on a horse for the course and a major champion that could be on the trade block. One-and-done picks are made for the Farmers with PJ's pick prompting a fun Medinah story from Andy. Elsewhere on the schedule, LPGA season kicks off this week at the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions and Patrick Reed looks to stay hot on the DP World Tour in Bahrain. In news, the 2026 PGA Tour Player Advisory Council was announced and has a distinctly American feel, Nelly Korda has some *takes* about WTGL, and a DP World Tour player goes down for a performance-enhancing drug suspension.

Scottie Scheffler notches his 20th (!) PGA Tour victory, and we break it all down (2:06) — the stats behind his dominance, how he's changing the game, and whether he's getting enough love outside the golf world. Then, we dive into Patrick Reed's win in Dubai (31:05) and make predictions for Brooks Koepka's debut at the Farmers (42:10). To close out the show, we're joined by Daryl Boe, a man who has played more than 2,700 golf courses worldwide, sharing incredible stories from a lifetime spent trying to play 3,000 courses (1:01:10).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

Scottie Scheffler is one-for-one in 2026! Andy and Brendan return to recap yet another victory by the best player in the world, his 20th on the PGA Tour and first at The American Express in Palm Springs. Andy immediately wonders if Brendan and PJ regret "fading Scottie" by taking the under on 6.5 wins this year. Neither of them relent, but they do admit that the over is off to a hot start. Andy and Brendan highlight Scheffler's ability to win both birdie-fests and hard-fought events, as well as his ability to never hurt himself, putting pressure on those playing in the same group as him on Sunday. One such example was Blades Brown, the 18-year-old phenom who entered Sunday tied with Scottie in second place. He had one of the few over-par rounds on Sunday playing alongside the World No. 1, pushing the Korn Ferry Tour member out of the top ten with a t18 finish. In Dubai, Patrick Reed won again on the DP World Tour during some rainy coffee golf. Afterwards, he revealed that he's not currently signed with LIV for 2026 and is contemplating playing a DPWT schedule to try to earn a PGA Tour card for 2027. Andy and Brendan wonder whether he'll actually do this and give Reed some props for being a golf sicko and world player. Stew Cink continued his reign over the Champions Tour, winning the season opener in Hawaii. Adam Schupak wrote up an article detailing the struggles of Zinger, Papa, and Peter Jacobsen calling Champs Tour action from PGA Tour Studios, sending Andy and Brendan over the edge with how serious they were. Peter Jacobsen just wants to see if Tommy Two Gloves is using the same gloves every week, and he can't do that from inside the moat! To end the show, Brendan runs through the LIV Awards results, including Jon Rahm winning Clutch Player of the Year, as predicted by Andy on Thursday afternoon. Andy then slightly amends his northeast snow take from last week after hearing from many listeners. For those wondering, yes, there are plenty of Football Minutes within this episode as well!

Despite a heartbreaking Bears loss to end their season in the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs, Andy joins Brendan for what is still a Victory Monday episode of The Shotgun Start. Andy can't believe that Vijay Singh made the cut at the Sony Open and immediately takes a victory lap about hitting the Over-Under of 0.5 Vijay made cuts for the season. There is a brief Football Minute at the start of this episode commemorating a historic Bears season, but the conversation soon shifts to the PGA Tour's Opening Drive, which is now closed after just one event. Chris Gotterup won the Sony Open for his third win in as many seasons and perhaps further exemplifying why he was a Ryder Cup snub at Bethpage. Andy and Brendan discuss Gotterup's advantage off-the-tee that set him up for success at Waialae Country Club and his continued ascendence into the upper tier of pro golfers. The two then unpack other storylines from the first PGA Tour event of the year, such as a top 25 from Jordan Spieth, a made cut from Vijay, a Sunday stumble by 54-hole leader Davis Riley, and a Collin Morikawa missed cut. Andy also brings up Big Shot Bob MacIntyre's comments about his attitude costing him a win at the Sony and wonders if Bob gets a bit too much leeway from fans based on his on-course actions. Nacho Elvira took home the win in Dubai on the DP World Tour after a Shane Lowry collapse on the 72nd hole. Andy and Brendan are thrilled about a win for Nacho and give some props to Lowry for speaking to the media after a tough finish. After touching on the Latin America Am, Brendan shares some of Michael Block's latest comments... about Tiger Woods. Andy cannot believe that Blockie has a platform to throw out a gauntlet to Tiger Woods on the Champions Tour, and Brendan also can't believe Greg Norman is still being platformed to discuss his "loyalty to the PGA Tour." Speaking of loyalty to the PGA Tour, Patrick Reed has said that he'd be open to a return if he was offered the same deal as Brooks Koepka. This episode wraps up with another Football Minute as we put a bow on the Bears and look ahead to a loaded week of pro golf with the 2026 season now underway.