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The best golf stories have multiple layers to them. In each episode, Local Knowledge dives deep into a subject golfers want to know about, whether it’s about the game they play, the competition at the highest level, or the surprising ways golf factors into larger conversations throughout society. Hosts Alex Myers, Keely Levins, Shane Ryan and Sam Weinman weave together original interviews, Golf Digest reporting, and additional elements to tell the type of compelling stories that have been a Golf Digest staple for decades.

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Episode 2: David Feherty from 2023-12-12T18:18:42.460326

Golf broadcaster and personality David Feherty talks to Joel Beall about his move to NBC, and who he'd like to interview most.

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Episode 2: David Feherty from 2022-03-07T16:03:24.887010

Golf broadcaster and personality David Feherty talks to Joel Beall about his move to NBC, and who he'd like to interview most.

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Episode 2: David Feherty from 2022-02-22T10:33:53.142549

Golf broadcaster and personality David Feherty talks to Joel Beall about his move to NBC, and who he'd like to interview most.

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Episode 6: Walter Iooss from 2022-02-22T10:33:53.137421

Golf Digest Photographer-at-Large Walter Iooss Jr. discusses his legendary career photographing the giants of golf, and sports ar large.

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Episode 7: Mike Greenberg from 2022-02-22T10:33:53.136509

Mike Greenberg, co-host of ESPN Radio's popular "Mike & Mike In The Morning" discusses his passion for golf, how he worked his way down to a single-digit handicap, and how golf factors into his sid...

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Episode 10: Justin Thomas from 2022-02-22T10:33:53.133096

Justin Thomas, fresh off his first win on the PGA Tour last season, says he'd prefer to be part of a victorious U.S. Ryder Cup team than win a major in 2016. We ask him about that and his plans for...

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Episode 14: Behind The Hot List from 2022-02-22T10:33:53.084655

The annual Hot List in Golf Digest is our comprehensive review of the newest and best golf equipment on the market. Golf Digest senior equipment editors Mike Stachura and E. Michael Johnson discuss...

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Episode 18: Kira Kazantsev from 2022-02-22T10:33:53.081161

Miss America 2015 Kira Kazantsev is an avid golfer. Now that her reign is over, she talks about her crazy year of travel, how she manages to get her rounds in, and what could be done to get more wo...

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Episode 19: Hank Haney from 2022-02-22T10:33:53.080374

Golf Digest Top 50 instructor Hank Haney, best known for his time coaching Tiger Woods between 2004-10, talks to Golf Digest's Sam Weinman and Matt Rudy about Adam Scott's resurgence, when we might...

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Episode 23: Breaking Down The 2016 Masters from 2022-02-22T10:33:53.077030

GolfDigest.com editors Sam Weinman, Ryan Herrington, and Alex Myers discuss the field in the 2016 Masters, featuring comments from Adam Scott, Jordan Spieth, Rickie Fowler and Phil Mickelson.

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Golf DIgest Fantasy, Wells Fargo Championship from 2022-02-22T10:33:53.068400

Alex Myers and Joel Beall look at the field of this week's Wells Fargo Championship and help you fill out your fantasy lineup.

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Fantasy Fix: Wells Fargo Championship from 2022-02-22T10:33:53.067575

Alex Myers and Joel Beall discuss the Wells Fargo Championship and who you should add to your fantasy lineup.

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Fantasy Fix: The Memorial from 2022-02-22T10:33:53.059137

Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall analyze the field in the star-studded Memorial and discuss who they like for their respective fantasy lineups.

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Episode 30: Geoff Ogilvy from 2022-02-22T10:33:53.058098

Former U.S. Open champion Geoff Ogilvy talks to Golf Digest's Sam Weinman about the 10 years since his breakthrough win at Winged Foot, the differences between Jordan Spieth and Rory McIlroy, and h...

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Episode 31: Paula Creamer from 2022-02-22T10:33:53.057345

GolfDigest.com deputy editor Ryan Herrington interviews Paula Creamer on the eve of the KPMG Women's PGA Championship to talk about the state of women's golf, all the young players winning this yea...

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Fantasy Fix: FedEx St. Jude Classic from 2022-02-22T10:33:53.056562

Golf Digest editors Joel Beall and Alex Myers break down the field in this week's FedEx St. Jude Classic, the final tune-up before the 2016 U.S. Open.

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Episode 38: British Open Preview from 2022-02-22T10:33:53.044860

Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman, Alex Myers, Joel Beall and Ryan Herrington discuss the storylines and favorites for the upcoming British Open at Royal Troon.

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Episode 41: Wrapping Up A Wild PGA Championship from 2022-02-22T10:33:53.037600

Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman, Ryan Herrington, Alex Myers, and Joel Beall reflect on a long and eventful week at Baltusrol Golf Club, which ended with Jimmy Walker capturing his first major cham...

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Episode 42: Jimmy & Erin Walker from 2022-02-22T10:33:53.036723

Newly crowned PGA champion Jimmy Walker, along with his wife Erin, join Alex Myers to talk about a stressful finish to the season's final major, and the frenetic days since.

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Fantasy Fix: Travelers Championship from 2022-02-22T10:33:53.035820

Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall discuss this week's Travelers Championship and debate who you should add to your fantasy lineup.

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Fantasy Fix: BMW Championship from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.990568

We're getting into crunch time for the PGA Tour's FedEx Cup Playoffs. Our fantasy experts, Alex Myers and Joel Beall, discuss if there's anybody besides Rory McIlroy that you should be taking for y...

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Episode 47: Tiger Woods announces his return to golf from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.989751

In the wake of Tiger Woods' announcement he hopes to return to competition in October, Golf Digest editors Ryan Herrington, Sam Weinman, and Alex Myers discuss what it means for golf, and how compe...

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Episode 53: Brandel Chamblee from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.982428

The outspoken former tour player and Golf Channel analyst talks to Alex Myers about the recent Ryder Cup, his on-air spat with David Duval, and whether Phil Mickelson was vindicated by the Ryder Cu...

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Episode 58: Florian Fritsch (aka the Euro Tour pro who doesn't fly) from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.975575

European Tour pro Florian Fritsch shares his fascinating story with Golf Digest's Alex Myers. The 31-year-old German retained his tour card in 2016 despite not flying to a single event. Fritsch tel...

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Fantasy Fix: OHL Classic at Mayakoba from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.974418

The field is wide open at this week's OHL Classic at Mayakoba, but Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall can help you lock in on your fantasy lineup The recent play of Chris Kirk, Keegan Bradley ...

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Episode 62: The best golf gift ideas from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.961694

Golf Digest fashion director Marty Hackel talks with Sam Weinman about what makes a great golf gift, and the best ideas for 2016.

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Fantasy Fix: SBS Tournament of Champions from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.959224

Golf Digest's Fantasy Gurus Alex Myers and Joel Beall return for the new year with their analysis of the 32-player field at the SBS Tournament of Champions in Hawaii. Among their topics: the pros/c...

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Episode 65: The inside story of our America's 100 Greatest Golf Course ranking from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.958171

Golf Digest senior architecture editor Ron Whitten talks with Sam Weinman about Golf Digest's biennial ranking of America's 100 Greatest Golf Courses, how we construct the ranking, who votes on it,...

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Episode 69: Is Phoenix's Crazy Atmosphere Good For Golf? from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.951366

No tournament in golf compares to the Waste Management Open considering its rowdy atmosphere. Golf Digest's Sam Weinman, Ashley Mayo, and Brian Wacker discuss whether the scene is good for golf, or...

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Fantasy Fix: AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.950289

Our Fantasy Fix gurus Alex Myers and Joel Beall are joined by fellow Golf Digest editor Steve Hennessey to discuss the best bets at this week's AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. Among the topics of discuss...

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Episode 70: Inside the Hot List from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.949420

Each year Golf Digest goes through the exhaustive process of rating and reviewing the newest golf clubs on the market. The result is our annual Hot List, which is the best place to start for golfer...

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Episode 73: The USGA's Thomas Pagel On Big Changes To The Rules of Golf from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.943408

Thomas Pagel, the USGA's Senior Director of Rules, joins Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman and Ryan Herrington to talk about the potentially groundbreaking rules changes the USGA announced it is cons...

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Episode 74: David Feherty & more listener calls! from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.942339

Golf Channel & NBC host David Feherty joins Alex Myers to talk about the new season of his show, "Feherty." Also, Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman and Keely Levins answers more listener calls, inclu...

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Fantasy Fix: The Masters from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.934818

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall break down the field for the 81st Masters, identifying some favorites and some sleepers to consider as you fill out your fantasy lineup for the year's first ...

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Episode 78: The Masters! Dustin Johnson, Jordan Spieth & More from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.933791

It's the first major of the year, and Dustin Johnson, Jordan Spieth, Jason Day, and Phil Mickelson all weigh in on their chances at Augusta National. while Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman, Ryan Her...

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Episode 79: Halfway Through the Masters, Can Rickie or Sergio Break Through? from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.932414

Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman, Ryan Herrington, and Alex Myers break down a crowded leader board at the halfway mark of the 81st Masters, and debate who they think will be wearing a green jacket ...

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Episode 83: Dan Hicks from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.850024

NBC Sports' Dan Hicks joins Golf Digest's Alex Myers to talk about the upcoming Players Championship, his long-time partnership with Johnny Miller and his career broadcasting not just golf but foot...

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Episode 84: Rory McIlroy from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.848274

Four-time major champion Rory McIlroy joins Golf Digest senior equipment editor E. Michael Johnson to discuss his move to TaylorMade equipment, what went into his decision, and what he learned from...

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 FedEx St. Jude Classic from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.843413

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall break down the field at the FedEx St. Jude Classic to identify guys to pick and guys to stay away from when filling out your fantasy lineups for the Memphis ...

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Episode 87: Joe Buck from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.842370

Fox Sports' announcer Joe Buck joins Ryan Herrington on the Golf Digest podcast to discuss the upcoming U.S. Open at Erin Hills and his preparation for the network's third crack at covering the USG...

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 Greenbrier Classic from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.835567

Alex Myers, Joel Beall, and Stephen Hennessey break down the field for the 2017 Greenbrier Classic.

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Episode 93: Danielle Kang from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.834412

The KPMG Women's PGA champion joined Keely Levins to talk about the road to her first major title, and what lies ahead.

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Episode 97: Terry Jastrow from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.795654

Longtime golf television producer, author, and actor Terry Jastrow joins the podcast to talk about his career in golf television in which he produced more than 60 major championships, and his new b...

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 WGC-Bridgestone Invitational from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.794520

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall look ahead to the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational and the golfers who are your best bets when filling out your fantasy lineups. Among the players discussed: Ror...

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Episode 98: Annika Sorenstam from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.789201

Golf Digest's Keely Levins talks to Annika Sorenstam ahead of this month's Solheim Cup, asking the European captain about the upcoming event as well as discussing the health of the LPGA Tour and wo...

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Episode 99: PGA Preview! Jordan Spieth, the career Grand Slam, and more from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.788379

The season's final major is upon us with the PGA Championship at Charlotte's Quail Hollow Club, and the biggest storyline is whether Jordan Spieth can complete the career Grand Slam. Golf Digest ed...

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 PGA Championship from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.787562

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall explore the 99th PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club and who they like/dislike in filling out their fantasy golf lineups for the year's final major.

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Episode 100: Gary McCord from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.786380

Golf Digest's Stephen Hennessey catches up with CBS Sports TV commentator Gary McCord at Quail Hollow Club, on the eve of the 99th PGA Championship. The pair discuss the year's final major, Jordan ...

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Episode 103: Stacy Lewis from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.781280

Golf Digest's Alex Myers talks with Stacy Lewis about her emotional victory on Sunday at the LPGA's Cambia Portland Classic. The Houston native and former World No. 1, winless in three years but wi...

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 Safeway Open from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.776379

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall are back from their long off season (one week?!?) to break down the 2017-'18 PGA Tour's season opener, the Safeway Open.

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 Shriners Hospitals for Children Open from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.771375

Golf Digest's Joel Beall and Stephen Hennessey pick through the field at the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open at TPC Summerlin outside of Las Vegas. The guys explore local favorites, like UNLV ...

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Episode 111: Greg Norman from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.770320

The former world No. 1 and golf Hall of Famer joins Max Adler in our 1 World Trade Center studio to talk about his new business venture with Verizon, the "Shark Experience," which seeks to transfor...

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 OHL Classic at Mayakoba from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.769480

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall are back to break down the field at the OHL Classic at Mayakoba, where Rickie Fowler is among the highest ranked players in the field. Can defending champ Pa...

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Episode 115: Lexi Thompson from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.765341

Golf Digest's Keely Levins talks with Lexi Thompson as they recap an eventful—and successful—2017 season for the 22-year-old LPGA star. Thompson, playing alongside Tony Finau and competing against ...

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Fantasy Fix: 2018 Sentry Tournament of Champions from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.762696

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall, our fantasy golf experts, are back for 2018 as the PGA Tour returns with the Sentry Tournament of Champions. The guys preview the event at Kapalua Resort in...

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Episode 121: Gary Woodland from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.754213

Golf Digest's Sam Weinman talks with Gary Woodland about his emotional win this past weekend at the Waste Management Phoenix Open. Woodland discusses about the challenges of 2017, in which he and h...

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Fantasy Fix: 2018 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.753413

Golf Digest’s Joel Beall and Stephen Hennessey break down the field at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. There are a handful of players who regularly perform well in the old Crosby Clambake, including ...

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Fantasy Fix: 2018 Valspar Championship from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.682327

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall pick through the field at the Valspar Championship to identify the best bets as you fill out your fantasy lineup. Tiger Woods is playing at Innisbrook outsid...

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Episode 127: The Spirit of the Masters with Erik Anders Lang from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.677314

It's Masters Week, and Erik Anders Lang, host of Adventures in Golf, joins Sam Weinman and Ashley Mayo at Augusta National to talk about the unique vibe of the season's first major, and how so much...

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Tiger Woods discusses his opening 73 in the 2018 Masters from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.676551

Listen to Tiger Woods' interview session with the media following his opening 73 in the 2018 Masters.

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Episode 128: 2018 Masters — "Halftime" edition from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.675772

Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington, Joel Beall and Brian Wacker breakdown the opening two rounds of the Masters, where Patrick Reed has a two-stroke lead over Marc Leishman, with a star-studded leader b...

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Rory McIlroy discusses his third round 65 in the 2018 Masters from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.674680

Rory McIlroy meets with the media to discuss his seven-under 65 and his upcoming final round showdown with Patrick Reed.

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Episode 129: 2018 Masters recap — Patrick Reed wins edition from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.673889

Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington, Joel Beall and E. Michael Johnson recap the 82nd Masters, where Patrick Reed held off Rickie Fowler and Jordan Spieth to win the green jacket. Our trio explores the e...

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Former NHLer Ryan Whitney, alternate golf formats, and walk-up music fails from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.667824

Retired NHL defenseman turned podcaster and avid golfer Ryan Whitney talks golf in the hockey culture. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman and Joel Beall discuss team formats, a joint PGA Tour and LPGA e...

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Willy Wilcox, Players hot topics, and Jason Day’s resurgence from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.666402

Tour pro Willy Wilcox talks about getting scolded by Tiger Woods, getting a nickname from Drake, and his famed hole-in-one on No. 17 at TPC Sawgrass. Also, Alex Myers, Keely Levins and Joel Beall d...

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John Smoltz, Bryson DeChambeau's next big step, and a wild U.S. Women's Open from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.652306

Baseball Hall of Famer John Smoltz talks to Alex Myers about qualifying for the U.S. Senior Open, the gang revisits Byrson DeChambeau's Memorial win, and Keely Levins describes her wild week coveri...

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U.S. Open odds with a Vegas insider from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.651582

Noted Las Vegas oddsmaker Jeff Sherman joins Alex Myers to talk about the future of gambling in golf in light of the recent Supreme Court ruling, the challenge of handicapping Tiger Woods, and the ...

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David Toms on his Senior Open win, Tiger Woods' new putter, and the latest cheating scandal from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.646475

U.S. Senior Open champ David Toms talks to Sam Weinman about his first win on the 50-and-over circuit, and its eery similarities to his landmark win in the 2001 PGA. Also, Alex Myers checks in with...

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DeChambeau's handshake etiquette, Scotland golf, shanks nightmares from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.643337

Alex Myers, Sam Weinman and Keely Levins discuss Bryson DeChambeau's controversial handshake, a dream golf trip to Scotland, and one editor's case of the shanks. Also, the gang discusses Tiger Wood...

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Brandel Chamblee on the PGA, Tiger's biggest missteps & facing his critics from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.642300

Golf Channel analyst Brandel Chamblee joins Alex Myers and Sam Weinman to discuss who he likes in the PGA, how Tiger Woods wasted valuable years in his prime, and his own return to competition. Als...

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Ryder Cup captain's picks, and Tyrrell Hatton on harnessing his emotions and "defying gravity" from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.639270

Alex Myers and Keely Levins talk with the entertaining — and emotional — Tyrrell Hatton ahead of his first Ryder Cup appearance. They also discuss Bryson DeChambeau's dominant postseason, a hole-in...

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Ryder Cup recap with Tom Watson from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.633388

Eight-time major champion Tom Watson joins the Golf Digest Podcast to discuss the 2018 Ryder Cup, why he originally paired Patrick Reed and Jordan Spieth, and relive his magical run at the 2009 Ope...

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Jeremy Roenick on the best celebrity golfers, the new NHL season, and his Golf Channel from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.632491

NHL legend Jeremy Roenick discusses his golf obsession and his new gig as a judge on the Golf Channel show "Driver vs. Driver." Also the gang breaks down the PGA Tour season opener won by Kevin Tway.

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Cameron Champ on cracking drivers and managing expectations from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.535076

Cameron Champ discusses his breakthrough PGA Tour win, breaking drivers with his off-the-charts swing speed, and managing expectations as one of the game's rising star. Plus, Alex Myers, Sam Weinma...

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GD Stories: The Grit Factor — What It Takes To Succeed & Improve In Golf from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.531054

The second in a series bringing classic stories from the Golf Digest archive to life is an audio version of "The Grit Factor: What It Takes To Succeed & Improve In Golf," an eye-opening look at how...

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Breaking down America's 100 Greatest Golf Courses with Ron Whitten from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.490177

Golf Digest senior editor and course architect Ron Whitten discusses the latest America's 100 Greatest ranking, from its meticulous process to some surprises on the list. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Wein...

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Darius Rucker on his new golf gig; Sergio's meltdown; Rickie's ugly win from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.394624

Rock-turned-country music star Darius Rucker joins talks to Alex Myers and Sam Weinman about his new role with the PGA Tour and his own middling golf game. Plus, Myers, Weinman and Keely Levins dis...

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PGA Tour/USGA rules tension escalate & Martin Trainer from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.390079

Martin Trainer talks about winning his first PGA Tour title, his unusual route to the big leagues, and his dreams of developing a golf-centric sitcom. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Max Adler d...

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WGC-Match Play gimme controversy & Jim Nantz from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.377343

Legendary CBS announcer Jim Nantz joins us to tell tales about caddying for Jack Nicklaus, working the 1986 Masters, and celebrity aces at his Pebble Beach backyard golf hole. Plus, the crew discus...

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Tiger's limited schedule & Ryan Palmer from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.371012

Ryan Palmer discusses an emotional win at the Zurich Classic, how his partnership with Jon Rahm came to be, and why Skittles became a key ingredient in New Orleans. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, a...

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Brooks Koepka, Max Homa's out-of-nowhere win, wedding golf formats from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.369943

Brooks Koepka was in NY this week, so Keely Levins caught up with the three-time major champion to talk about a rivalry with Tiger, his back-to-normal diet, and the frantic major schedule. Plus, Le...

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2019 PGA Championship preview from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.368606

Bethpage Black will host its first major championship in a decade with the 2019 PGA Championship. Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, Ryan Herrington, and Joel Beall discuss their favorite parts of the famed ...

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Patrick Cantlay and Jeongeun Lee6 each take steps forward, Hank Haney's tough week from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.361808

The Golf Digest crew wraps up an eventful week in golf, including Patrick Cantlay's win at Memorial and Jeongeun Lee6's breakthrough at the U.S. Women's Open, with Chris Powers checking in from the...

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2019 U.S. Open preview & Tony Finau from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.360807

Tony Finau talks about U.S. Open setups, that Masters final pairing with Tiger Woods, and his signature dish in the kitchen. Plus, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Chris Powers preview the 2019 U.S. Op...

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The PGA Tour's "Content Kings" & Steve Stricker from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.355637

Steve Stricker discusses his dominant performance at the U.S. Senior Open, his duties as U.S. Ryder Cup captain, and his philosophy on putting. Plus, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Keely Levins talk ...

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Matthew Wolff's breakthrough win & George Gankas from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.354401

Instructor George Gankas discusses his star pupil Matthew Wolff's breakthrough PGA Tour victory, his philosophy on swing speed, and the star golfer he'd like to coach. Plus, Golf Digest photo edito...

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FedEx Cup Playoff preview: Tiger's quiet practice round, Northern Trust picks from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.349523

Alex Myers, Chris Powers, and Joel Beall talk about what they've seen so far at The Northern Trust in New Jersey and who they think will play well during the FedEx Cup Playoffs.

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Korn Ferry Tour Championship, Tiger at U.S. Open, 2019 FedEx Cup runner-up Xander Schauffele from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.340889

FedEx Cup runner-up Xander Schauffele talks to Golf Digest about his late-season run, what he's going to do with five million dollars and how he can improve next season. Also, Alex Myers, Ryan Herr...

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Sleepers for upcoming season, new fall events, Monday Q Info (Ryan French) from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.338675

The man behind the popular Twitter account Monday Q Info (@acaseofthegolf1) talks to Golf Digest about his relationship to golf, Monday qualifiers and some unsung heroes of the game. Also, Alex Mye...

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Kevin Na’s playoff win, spouse golf tips, Kevin Robbins’ upcoming book on Payne Stewart from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.291343

Author Kevin Robbins talks to Golf Digest about his upcoming biography “The Last Stand of Payne Stewart” and what made Stewart such a compelling player. Also, Alex Myers, Stephen Hennessey, and Kee...

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Phil Mickelson's snapped streak, Charles Davis of FOX Sports from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.286393

Charles Davis of FOX Sports talks to Golf Digest about Tiger at Stanford and his love of golf. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Daniel Rapaport discuss Rory McIlroy's latest (on course) response ...

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Shorts on tour, Hero World Challenge picks, Harry Higgs from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.281510

PGA Tour rookie Harry Higgs talks to Golf Digest about his first season on tour, being college teammates with Bryson DeChambeau, and recreating a famous “Seinfeld” scene. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Wein...

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Patrick Reed's rules controversy, Presidents Cup preview, Bradley Hughes from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.280334

Inaugural Presidents Cup participant and Brendon Todd’s swing coach Bradley Hughes talks to Golf Digest about why he loves Royal Melbourne, what playing in the biennial event is like, and what he a...

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Getting golf fit for 2020 from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.276798

Golf Digest Senior Editor Ron Kaspriske joins the podcast to discuss golf fitness, how to prepare for the upcoming season, and what goes into the 50 Best Trainers list. Also, Alex Myers, Stephen He...

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CBS Sports' Dottie Pepper, Webb Simpson's putting turnaround, Pebble Beach best bets from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.272524

CBS Sports’ lead on-course reporter and two-time major champ Dottie Pepper talks to Golf Digest about preparing for Tiger’s 83rd PGA Tour victory and how she got sick from celebrating her biggest w...

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Veteran tour caddie Paul Tesori, the latest golf Twitter war from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.264131

Veteran PGA Tour caddie Paul Tesori talks to Golf Digest about his partnership with Webb Simpson and common arguments between players and caddies. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Daniel Rapaport...

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Rich Beem, best PGA Tour leader boards from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.129822

Sky Sports commentator and 2002 PGA Championship winner Rich Beem talks to Golf Digest about playing against Tiger under pressure, the preparation that goes into discussing golf on TV, and the tour...

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Trevor Immelman, defining moments in Masters history from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.084078

2008 Masters Champion and newly named International Presidents Cup Captain Trevor Immelman talks to Golf Digest about his excitement for the new gig, making the transition to TV, and what he rememb...

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Special Pod: Tiger Woods checks in from home from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.082918

In what was supposed to be a busy week defending his 2019 Masters title, Tiger Woods instead is at home like pretty much everyone else waiting for the coronavirus pandemic to subside. The 15-tim...

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"Golf’s Holy War"; a star-studded charity match at Seminole from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.079476

In between practicing their short games, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman and Daniel Rapaport discuss the upcoming TaylorMade Driving Relief charity golf match at Seminole featuring Dustin Johnson, Rory ...

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Annika Sorenstam, the Euro Tour’s bold new strategy from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.076001

Annika Sorenstam, arguably the GOAT of women's golf, joins the pod to discuss her game during the pandemic, whether players should be mic’d up at tournaments and what she remembers from her LPGA...

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Behind the scenes of the PGA Tour’s return from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.074841

It’s here! After a long hiatus, professional golf is back and Alex Myers, Sam Weinman and Daniel Rapaport are here to break down the upcoming Charles Schwab Challenge. They discuss the loaded fi...

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Introducing: Local Knowledge from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.069486

Golf Digest’s new podcast, Local Knowledge, will draw on the brand’s strengths as the game’s premier storytellers by producing deep-dive audio programs into specific topics that resonate with golfers.

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Golfing While Black from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.068196

Five women joined a golf club outside of York, Pennsylvania, only to have the police summoned to the course by the owner midway through their first round. Their crime, they say, was “golfing while ...

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Bob May and the curse of the very good golfer from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.066212

Twenty years after a journeyman golfer named Bob May took Tiger Woods to a playoff in the PGA Championship, he remains a prime example of a golfer who could hang at the highest level only temporari...

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Living room visits with golf’s greatest players from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.041381

In 36 years at Golf Digest, senior writer Guy Yocom interviewed the greatest players in history— from Hogan to Palmer to Woods—far from the glare of television cameras and tournament press conferen...

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When the LPGA bet big on sex appeal: The wild career of Jan Stephenson from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.037145

Jan Stephenson carved out a Hall of Fame career on the LPGA, but more than her 16 wins, she was known for the tour’s aggressive plan to market her appearance. In this episode, Keely Levins looks at...

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The greatest round in Players history—and why we know it is from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.034353

When journeyman tour pro Ken Duke shot 65 on an exceedingly difficult scoring day at the 2016 Players, he beat the day's scoring average by more than 10 shots. But only when diving further into his...

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'Lucky bastards': What it's like as a guest at Augusta National from 2022-02-22T10:33:52.032352

On virtually every golfer's bucket list, a chance to play Augusta National is right at the top. Yet very few actually get the chance to cross it off. In this episode, Alex Myers describes how a han...

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The golf course ranking no one agrees with from 2022-02-22T10:33:51.995748

When Golf Digest publishes its biennial ranking of America's 100 Greatest Golf Courses this week, it won't take long for golfers around the country to gripe about the results. But as Alex Myers exp...

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My 'Welcome to the PGA Tour' moment from 2022-02-22T10:33:51.988004

Making it to the PGA Tour is the fulfillment of a lifelong dream for many golfers, yet those players quickly learn it's only the first step in a challenging learning process. In this episode of ...

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Golf's golden opportunity with women from 2022-02-22T10:33:51.974355

Golf has had an uneven history in welcoming women into the game, but the pandemic presents a potential turning point. With a record number of women participating in the game in 2020, the questio...

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The inside story of how Tin Cup became a classic from 2022-02-22T10:33:51.972438

There have been other golf movies that have resonated with audiences, but no golf movie was better at channeling the core of the game, both the good and the bad, than "Tin Cup". On the 25th anni...

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The Best of Local Knowledge: Compelling Characters from 2022-02-22T10:33:51.970427

In the first of a four-part series revisiting the inaugural two seasons of Local Knowledge, we look at some of the unique characters highlighted in our episodes. From Moe Norman to Babe Zaharias...

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Why a PGA Tour star disappeared into the jungle from 2022-02-22T10:33:51.964860

When PGA Tour player Morgan Hoffmann was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy diagnosis and told to expect the worst, he went looking elsewhere for an answer—to the Costa Rica rainforest, to be exact....

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How far is too far? Unpacking the distance debate from 2022-02-21T13:00

While golf remains plenty challenging for the vast majority of players, modern technology has allowed top players to overpower courses like never before. Can something be done about it? Should some...

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“Lower Scores Today!!” The rise and fall of the golf infomercial from 2022-01-24T13:00

Why were those zany golf infomercials that promised average hackers magic cures so ubiquitous for a time on TV, and why have they mostly disappeared? Alex Myers revisits the golden age of the golf ...

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Greg Norman vs. the PGA Tour, Part II from 2022-01-10T13:00

Greg Norman’s new role as the frontman for an ambitious Saudi-funded golf tour is hardly his first time challenging the PGA Tour. In fact, as Dan Rapaport explains, this is the continuation of an i...

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The Best of Local Knowledge: Tour Life from 2021-12-13T13:00

In the final episode of a year-end series celebrating our favorite moments from the first two seasons of Local Knowledge, we're revisiting the various ways we've peeled back the curtain on life ...

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The Best of Local Knowledge: Mind Games from 2021-11-29T13:00

In the third of a four-part series revisiting our favorite episodes from the first two seasons of Local Knowledge, we’re looking back at the various ways we’ve examined the mental game. From how...

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The Best of Local Knowledge: Money Talks from 2021-11-15T13:00

In the second of a series revisiting the best of our first two seasons, Keely Levins looks at how Local Knowledge has explored the intersection of golf and money. From who makes too much to who ...

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Pro golf’s mental health reckoning from 2021-10-18T12:00

As the discussion around emotional well-being gains momentum in other sports, golfers are beginning to open up about the severe toll the game can take on their psyches. In this episode, Dan Rapa...

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Do Ryder Cup captains really matter? We asked them from 2021-09-19T12:00

From wildcard picks to pairings to uniforms, a Ryder Cup captain’s responsibilities cover a broad spectrum. But the question remains, can a guy with a walkie-talkie really make much of a differe...

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An alternate reality without Tiger Woods from 2021-08-23T12:00

As we celebrate the 25th anniversary of Tiger Woods turning professional, it's easy to cite the many ways Woods influenced golf, both at the professional level and beyond. But perhaps the most c...

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The billion dollar win from 2021-07-26T12:00

Hideki Matsuyama's win in the Masters was not only his first major championship. It was the first major won by any Japanese man, providing what could be a shot of energy to a once-thriving Japan...

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The last of the all-male golf clubs from 2021-07-12T12:00

It wasn’t so long ago a sign hung at Royal St. George’s, host of this week’s Open Championship, banning “women or dogs” from the clubhouse. Only this month did Pine Valley, the No. 1 golf course...

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You're breathing all wrong—and it's killing your golf from 2021-06-28T12:00

Every golfer breathes, of course. But experts in and out of golf say how you breathe can play a vital role in how you perform on the course—from the tempo of your swing to your ability to...

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The new battle among golf tournaments from 2021-06-21T12:00

There are 50 tournaments on the 2021-22 PGA Tour schedule, and truth is, top-level players have compelling reasons to skip most of them. So what do tournaments do to maintain relevance on a busy...

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The new golf cheat code from 2021-06-14T11:41:51

Scott Fawcett isn’t a golf pro, and he doesn’t make golf clubs, yet in recent years he’s become a major influence in changing the way people play golf. By using data and satellite imagery, Fawce...

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Babe Didrikson Zaharias and golf’s most incredible win from 2021-05-31T12:00

Babe Didrikson Zaharias was the rarest of superstars who excelled in everything she did. When she eventually settled on golf, she became one of the game’s all-time great champions and helped to pio...

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Collin Morikawa and the week that changed everything from 2021-05-17T12:00

Collin Morikawa was already a highly touted golfer when he showed up for last August’s PGA Championship at TPC Harding Park. But it was his win that week that changed the trajectory of his career. ...

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The ‘Oh sh!t’ moment: The mystery of the golf slump from 2021-04-19T12:00

How did Jordan Spieth go from almost winning the Grand Slam to struggling to make cuts a few years later? Why do some of the world’s best players see their games slip so dramatically? In this episo...

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Golf and the gambling revolution from 2021-03-22T12:00

It wasn’t long ago when betting on professional golf was confined to the fringes — from off-shore websites to off-the-books betting pools. Now golf gambling has gone decidedly mainstream, with even...

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The Sugar Daddies of the PGA Tour from 2021-02-22T13:00

Only a handful of aspiring tour professionals land the type of lucrative endorsement contracts that allow them to just focus on golf when first starting out. For others, it takes a wealthy individu...

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Episode 26: Darren Clarke from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

European Ryder Cup captain Darren Clarke talks about the surprising breadth of responsibilities he has heading into this fall's matches at Hazeltine.

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Episode 1: How to plan a trip to the Old Course from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Golf Digest editors discuss planning a golf trip to the Old Course at St. Andrews.

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Report from Shinneock: Mini-tour pro Mike Miller, Dustin Johnson's strong start, Tiger's struggles from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Mini-tour pro Mike Miller joins the podcast to talk about his experience playing in his second U.S. Open. Plus, Alex Myers, Joel Beall, and Christopher Powers discuss Dustin Johnson's strong start,...

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The curious life of a PGA Tour rules official from 2021-01-25T13:00

Like any good referee, golf rules officials are doing their job best when they’re noticed least. But as Alex Myers discovers talking to a trio of veteran officials, the job comes with its own assor...

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Back from the Brink: How the PGA Tour saved its season from 2021-01-11T13:00

After a 91-day hiatus caused by the surge in COVID-19 cases, the PGA Tour returned last June and continued uninterrupted through the end of 2020. In this episode, host Dan Rapaport and Golf Digest ...

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A long drive champ takes aim at the PGA Tour from 2020-12-21T13:00

Kyle Berkshire is the best long driver in the world, but until recently, there was little reason to believe he could compete on the PGA Tour. In this episode of Local Knowledge, Alex Myers examines...

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The last days of the true amateur from 2020-11-23T13:00

If amateur golf was long held up as golf in its purest form, the reality has become more complicated. In addition to free clubs and other advantages, top amateurs now stand to profit from their nam...

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Team Game: Inside the life of the modern PGA Tour caddie from 2020-10-26T12:00

The easiest part of a PGA Tour caddie’s job might be giving his player yardage. It’s everything else that’s grown more complicated. In this episode, Daniel Rapaport talks to tour caddies and their ...

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The bootstrapping life of an LPGA Tour player from 2020-10-12T12:00

It’s fair to assume if you’re one of the top 100 in the world at your profession, you might not be scrambling to pay the bills. But even for successful women golfers, the expense of traveling the w...

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The dirty secrets of sandbaggers from 2020-09-28T12:00:11

On the short list of the most despised people in golf, sandbaggers rank near the top. What draws some golfers to such deceptive extremes? And how exactly do they do it? This episode examines the ar...

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“I’m such an idiot”: The hidden lessons in a collapse from 2020-09-14T12:00:10

Phil Mickelson’s collapse in the 2006 U.S. Open was about more than a popular golfer letting a major championship slip with a double-bogey finish. It was also a case study in what can go wrong unde...

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Funny Money On Tour: The lucrative life of a PGA Tour golfer from 2020-08-31T12:00:07

The FedEx Cup is set to award another $15 million first prize while scores of golfers who have never won a PGA Tour event have still made more money than Jack Nicklaus earned in his career. In this...

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The Golf Savant: The life and career of Moe Norman from 2020-08-17T12:00:25

Moe Norman was believed by many to be the greatest ball-striker who ever lived, but his unique nature, what would now likely be classified as autism, prevented him from greater success. In this epi...

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Swing Oil: Does alcohol really help your golf? from 2020-07-20T12:00:18

Golf's relationship with alcohol has always been layered, especially considering that some players profess drinking to have a positive impact on their performance. In consulting experts and everyda...

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How the Tour is combating the spread of COVID-19, Dustin Johnson’s Travelers victory from 2020-06-29T22:02:20

Alex Myers, Sam Weinman and Daniel Rapaport discuss Dustin Johnson’s tremendous weekend in Connecticut, how the PGA Tour has responded to players contracting the virus and why it matters that NB...

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Sir Nick Faldo, high drama at the RBC Heritage from 2020-06-22T19:33:07

It’s not often that we have a knight on the podcast. Six-time major champion Sir Nick Faldo joins the show to discuss broadcasting PGA events remotely, how these tournaments feel without fans an...

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The PGA Tour’s return at Colonial, caddie John Wood from 2020-06-15T19:08:12

We’re back with real PGA Tour golf to talk about! Alex Myers, Sam Weinman and Daniel Rapaport break down the Charles Schwab Challenge, from Daniel Berger’s win to Jordan Spieth’s putting game to...

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Why The Match worked so well from 2020-05-25T13:55:50

Golf doesn’t stop for Memorial Day. Alex Myers, Sam Weinman and Daniel Rapaport discuss everything about The Match, from how good Tiger Woods looked to Justin Thomas the broadcasting phenom to T...

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Mike Weir, golf's return at TaylorMade Driving Relief from 2020-05-18T19:41:36

The 2003 Masters champion and eight-time PGA Tour winner, Mike Weir, talks to Golf Digest about whether he deserved to be named the 2003 Player of the Year over Tiger Woods, why lefties play wel...

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Jessica & Nelly Korda, the Vijay Singh debate from 2020-05-11T21:23:32

With eight LPGA Tour wins between them, the Korda sisters join the Golf Digest podcast to discuss how they’re staying in golf shape while quarantining, their plans when play restarts and the com...

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Tommy Fleetwood, how to play golf safely from 2020-04-27T19:44:43

The No. 10 player in the world Tommy Fleetwood talks to Golf Digest about Paul Azinger’s Euro Tour comments, how he’s keeping busy while quarantining and the best round of golf he’s ever played....

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The keys to golf’s return, rising star Erik van Rooyen from 2020-04-20T19:45:15

Alex Myers, Sam Weinman and Daniel Rapaport discuss the chances the PGA Tour returns in June, golf terms that they can’t stand and their experiences with Michael Jordan as a golfer. Also, South ...

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Rising PGA Tour star Collin Morikawa, top Masters moments ever from 2020-04-13T20:54:23

Collin Morikawa talks to Golf Digest about his excitement for a November Masters, what it’s like playing with Tiger and what TV shows he’s been binging lately. Also, from their respective quaran...

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A potential new major schedule, Mark Baldwin from 2020-03-30T20:04:06

Once again from their respective quarantines, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman and Daniel Rapaport discuss what a Masters in November would look like, the postponement of the Olympics and how PGA Tour playe...

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Matt Wallace, best match play moments from 2020-03-23T20:18:35

From the comfort of their own homes, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman and Daniel Rapaport discuss all of the updates in the golf world over the last week due to the coronavirus spread. They also rank their ...

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Golf's place amid a crisis, Matthew Fitzpatrick from 2020-03-17T17:43:04

A turbulent period in golf and beyond has our editors trying to make sense of it all. Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, Daniel Rapaport and Mike Stachura discuss whether people should still be trying to pla...

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Hal Sutton, Patrick Reed's saga continues from 2020-02-24T19:31

1983 PGA Championship winner and two-time Players champ Hal Sutton talks to Golf Digest (35:26) about the infamous Ryder Cup Tiger-Phil pairing, beating Jack and Tiger down the stretch, and his oft...

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Adam Scott’s Hall of Fame credentials, Scottie Scheffler from 2020-02-17T18:44:34

PGA Tour rookie and 2019 Korn Ferry Tour Player of the Year Scottie Scheffler talks to Golf Digest about the differences between the two tours, how he’s dealing with the new schedule and the golfer...

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Golf Digest editor's incredible Sunday in the final pairing at Pebble Beach from 2020-02-10T21:24:49

Golf Digest editor-in-chief Jerry Tarde discusses his unique experience playing in the final group of the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am alongside tournament winner Nick Taylor. His final round included ...

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Reviewing golf clubs is a lot harder than it sounds from 2020-01-28T16:46:10

Equipment editors and Hot List gurus Mike Stachura and Mike Johnson drop in to discuss this year’s ranking of the best golf clubs and all that goes into this undertaking. Then, Alex Myers, Sam Wein...

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Tiger's 2020 debut, Lee Westwood's underrated career, more backstopping controversy from 2020-01-21T21:37:46

Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Chris Powers discuss a milestone win for Lee Westwood, the unfortunate return of backstopping, and the latest in the Brooks-Bryson feud. Also, Daniel Rapaport calls in ...

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Scott Stallings’ transformation, Charlie Woods’ swing, AmEx picks from 2020-01-14T18:29

Three-time PGA Tour winner Scott Stallings talks to Golf Digest about his new workout regimen, his goals for 2020, and Phil Mickelson’s calves. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Daniel Rapaport di...

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Top 10 majors of the decade from 2019-12-23T14:55:18

Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Ryan Herrington break down the top 10 majors from 2010-2019 and discuss what made the decade in golf so great.

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Presidents Cup recap, Tiger Woods' epic year, Harold Varner III from 2019-12-16T21:30:02

PGA Tour pro Harold Varner III talks to Golf Digest about his relationship with Michael Jordan, his approach to golf, and what he’s working on for 2020. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, Keely Levins,...

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Turkeys of the year, fall golf wrap-up, Scott McCarron from 2019-11-26T17:03:14

Three-time PGA Tour winner Scott McCarron talks to Golf Digest about winning the PGA Tour Champions' season-long points race and his controversial putting stroke. Also, Alex Myers, Ryan Herrington,...

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Brendon Todd’s unbelievable run, the worst golf penalties, Davis Love III from 2019-11-18T21:52:33

World Golf Hall of Famer Davis Love III talks to Golf Digest about Tiger Woods as a Presidents Cup Captain, playing in team competitions and his secret to playing for so long. Also, Alex Myers, Sam...

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Presidents Cup picks, crazy Euro Tour finish, stats with Justin Ray from 2019-11-11T19:54:41

Stats guru Justin Ray talks to Golf Digest about Rory McIlroy’s emphasis on advanced stats and his work at 15th Club. Also, Alex Myers, Keely Levins, and Daniel Rapaport discuss Tiger choosing Tige...

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Tiger's record-tying victory, the PGA Tour's nicest guys from 2019-10-28T19:55:15

Golf Digest's Dave Shedloski breaks down our latest Nice Guy ranking and explains why Rickie Fowler is this year's No. 1. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Stephen Hennessey discuss Tiger Woods ty...

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'The Challenge: Japan Skins' recap, Lanto Griffin on his first PGA Tour win from 2019-10-21T19:17:09

Golf Digest's Daniel Rapaport reports from Japan on how Tiger looked at "The Challenge: Japan Skins" and Jason Day's victory. Then, Lanto Griffin answers questions about his first PGA Tour win. Als...

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Lanto Griffin at the Houston Open, recurring golf nightmares, Bill Coore on designing courses from 2019-10-14T19:02:28

Golf course architect Bill Coore talks to Golf Digest about designing new courses, Sheep Ranch at Bandon Dunes and how he thinks about wind. Also, Alex Myers and Sam Weinman discuss Lanto Griffin's...

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Danny Willett's comeback, new Skins Game on tap, first-time PGA Tour champ Sebastián Muñoz from 2019-09-23T20:32:16

Sanderson Farms champion Sebastián Muñoz talks to Golf Digest about his first PGA Tour victory, who he’s heard from after Sunday’s win and what’s going right for him so far this season. Also, Alex ...

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Solheim Cup recap, Joaquin Niemann's breakthrough win, expectations for fall events from 2019-09-16T19:55:59

Keely Levins talks about covering the Solheim Cup and the unbelievable play she saw in Scotland. Also, Alex Myers and Stephen Hennessey discuss what happened at The Greenbrier, who to bet on for th...

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Tour Championship recap, Rory McIlroy vs. Brooks Koepka, World Long Drive No. 1 Kyle Berkshire from 2019-08-26T19:02:20

World Long Drive No. 1 Kyle Berkshire talks to Golf Digest about the upcoming Volvik world championship, the difference between his sport and golf, and his signature long hair. Also, Alex Myers, Ke...

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BMW Championship recap, Phil Mickelson's hotel fire and Ryder Cup legend Ian Poulter from 2019-08-19T19:06:29

Ryder Cup hero Ian Poulter talks to Golf Digest about Rory McIlroy's police escort in 2012, playing golf with his son, and hopefully, becoming a captain. Also, Alex Myers, Stephen Hennessey and Joe...

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The Northern Trust's slow-play controversy, U.S. Open champ Justin Rose from 2019-08-12T19:53:08

Justin Rose, U.S. Open champion and Olympic gold medalist, talks to Golf Digest about the FedEx Cup Playoffs, an exhausting 2019 and what he’s most recognized for. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman and...

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Brooks Koepka's latest statement win, Rory's struggles, three-time US Open champ Hale Irwin from 2019-07-29T21:04:01

Three-time US Open champion Hale Irwin drops by Golf Digest offices to talk about his decorated career, his remarkable longevity and winning the 2019 Payne Stewart Award. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Wein...

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Open Championship review: Shane Lowry, Portrush emerge as big winners from 2019-07-23T12:29:17

After Shane Lowry's emotional win in the Open Championship, Alex Myers, Ryan Herrington, and Sam Weinman assess the Irishman's breakout performance, and discuss why Royal Portrush was such a succes...

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2019 Open Championship Preview & Picks from 2019-07-16T15:40:44

What can we expect from Royal Portrush? How will Rory McIlroy handle the added pressure of playing in front of his home crowd? Who are the sleepers to look out for when placing a few pounds? Alex M...

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Henni Zuël on the switch from pro golf to broadcasting; Hannah Green's breakthrough win from 2019-06-26T12:22:03

GOLFTV's Henni Zuël joins the podcast to talk about her rapid rise in golf, the painful injury that caused her to stop playing, and her transition to broadcasting. Plus, Alex Myers, Keely Levins, a...

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Gary Woodland wins U.S. Open in Brooks Koepka-like fashion from 2019-06-17T14:15:34

In the aftermath of Gary Woodland's impressive win in the 119th U.S. Open, Alex Myers, Joel Beall, and Ryan Herrington discuss the evolution of his game, break down the events of Sunday afternoon, ...

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Kevin Na's Colonial win & Colin Montgomerie from 2019-05-29T00:46:57

World Golf Hall of Fame member and Ryder Cup legend Colin Montgomerie discusses some peculiar captain's duties, road-tripping across America, his toughest loss, and the time Jack Nicklaus jinxed hi...

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2019 PGA Championship recap from Bethpage Black from 2019-05-20T03:55:43

After witnessing Brooks Koepka win a fourth major in eight tries, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Christopher Powers recap a surprisingly suspenseful Sunday at the 2019 PGA Championship. Plus, the gan...

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PGA Championship sleepers & Bubba Watson from 2019-05-15T01:54:05

Bubba Watson joins the Golf Digest Podcast to talk about his green jacket habits, the time he got blocked by Tracy McGrady, and the other reason he was rooting for Tiger Woods to win the Masters. P...

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Masters ramifications & CBS' Amanda Balionis from 2019-04-24T01:30:36

CBS' Amanda Balionis discusses a crazy Masters, her unusual career path, and interviewing the game's biggest stars. Plus, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Keely Levins weigh in on C.T. Pan's maiden PGA...

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Holy Sh!t, Tiger Woods won the Masters from 2019-04-15T02:44:56

In the immediate aftermath of Tiger Woods' improbable win in the 2019 Masters, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, Ryan Herrington, and Keely Levins gather at Augusta National Golf Club to discuss a historic ...

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Masters Prep! Augusta changes, Koepka's weight loss, Valentino Dixon's arrival from 2019-04-10T20:12:12

On the eve of the 2019 Masters, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, Joel Beall, and E. Michael Johnson discuss changing course conditions at Augusta National, the incredible shrinking Brooks Koepka, and who t...

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Paul Casey emerges as a Masters pick & James Patterson from 2019-03-25T21:11:03

Prolific writer and best-selling author James Patterson joins the podcast to talk about his newest golf-themed novel, "Miracle at St. Andrews." Plus, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, Ryan Herrington and Ke...

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Rory McIlroy's Players win & Jon Rahm's questionable decision from 2019-03-18T20:21:20

Are we too tough on Rory McIlroy? Is having the Players Championship in March a good thing? What the heck was Jon Rahm thinking on the 11th hole during the final round?! Alex Myers and Sam Weinman ...

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Remembering the great Dan Jenkins & Francesco Molinari's latest triumph from 2019-03-11T20:17:44

Golf Digest executive editor Mike O'Malley shares his memories of legendary sportswriter Dan Jenkins and talks about what it was like to be his editor for more than two decades. Plus, Alex Myers, S...

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John Smoltz on his senior tour aspirations & his crazy backyard golf setup from 2019-02-25T21:56:23

Baseball Hall-of-Famer John Smoltz discusses his recent celebrity golf win, his upcoming sponsor exemptions on the PGA Tour Champions, and his crazy backyard golf setup. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinm...

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Why golfers are still slow, Kuchar's apology, Rafael Campos from 2019-02-20T11:13:46

In the wake of J.B. Holmes' glacial win at the Genesis Open, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman and Keely Levins discuss the ongoing issue of slow play. Plus, they debate Matt Kuchar's belated apology and pay...

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Phil wins at Pebble & teen phenom Akshay Bhatia from 2019-02-11T21:07:23

Seventeen-year-old phenom Akshay Bhatia discusses being the world's best junior golfer, his hectic schedule, and his decision to turn pro when he turns 18. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, Keely Levi...

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Inside the Golf Digest Hot List process from 2019-01-29T00:50:31

With the release of the 2019 Golf Digest Hot List, senior equipment editors Mike Johnson and Mike Stachura joined the podcast to talk about the extensive process, trends, and tips for those looking...

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CBS' Peter Kostis talks "Tin Cup" memories & Tiger's soft side from 2019-01-23T13:13:41

Longtime CBS analyst and coach Peter Kostis shares stories about his pivotal role in the classic movie "Tin Cup," a softer side of Tiger Woods viewers don't see, and the unexpected way he got into ...

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Matt Kuchar's resurgence & PGA Tour Live's John Swantek from 2019-01-15T01:45:35

Longtime voice of the PGA Tour John Swantek stops by to chat about a new season on PGA Tour Live, why streaming content has changed the media landscape, and how he broke the news of one of sport's ...

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Cody Blick tells his crazy Q School story & our Christmas wish lists from 2018-12-12T02:19:20

Cody Blick discusses the incredible 63 he shot to earn his Web.com Tour card after having his golf clubs stolen. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Keely Levins debate the Q School system, and give...

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Tiger vs. Phil reaction, and what's next for "The Match"? from 2018-11-27T02:29:12

Golf Digest's Dave Shedloski discusses what it was like being in Las Vegas for Tiger vs. Phil, and the future of "The Match." Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Keely Levins talk about the best and...

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Golf's crazy fall & our favorite prop bets for "The Match" from 2018-11-20T18:59:22

Alex Myers, Sam Weinman and Hally Leadbetter discuss emotional wins for Charles Howell III, Danny Willett, and Lexi Thompson, and make their predictions for "The Match" between Tiger Woods and Phil...

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GD Stories: My Last Round from 2018-11-14T12:00:18

The first in a series bringing classic stories from the Golf Digest archive to life is an audio version of "My Last Round," a first-person account from longtime editor John Barton about his complic...

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Prodigies real and imagined: John Feinstein on his latest golf novel; the rise of Cam Champ from 2018-10-31T11:40:42

John Feinstein talks to Sam Weinman about his golf novel, The Prodigy, and how much of it is rooted in truth. Plus, Alex Myers, Christopher Powers, and Weinman talk about Cam Champ's impressive win...

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Jimmie James on playing all 100 Greatest courses, new world No. 1 Koepka; Azinger replaces Miller from 2018-10-23T12:55:05

Jimmie James, a retired oil executive, joins Alex Myers to talk about his remarkable feat playing all of Golf Digest's 100 Greatest courses in one year. Also, Myers, Sam Weinman, and Steve Hennesse...

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Gary Player on fitness misconceptions, Tiger Woods' comeback, and his secret sweet tooth fix from 2018-10-16T13:56:01

Nine-time major champ Gary Player reacts to some of the "nonsense" he hears regarding golfers in the gym, talks Tiger Woods' return to the winner's circle, and admits to having a weak spot for a ce...

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Stewart Cink on Ryder Cup nerves, having Anthony Kim as a teammate, and his U.S. ping-pong ranking from 2018-09-26T13:32:17

Five-time Ryder Cupper and 2009 British Open champ Stewart Cink joins us to discuss what it's like to play in the biennial event, be teammates with Tiger Woods and Anthony Kim, and give his Team US...

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Tiger Woods wins again (and we're not sure we can handle it) from 2018-09-24T20:21:09

Tiger Woods added the most compelling chapter to his storybook return by winning the Tour Championship on Sunday, and Joel Beall, Alex Myers and Sam Weinman break it all down. The gang discusses wh...

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How Golf Digest helped an inmate win his freedom after 27 years from 2018-09-21T00:03:48

No story in the history of Golf Digest has been anything like the one of Valentino Dixon, an inmate for 27 years in an upstate New York prison who helped bide his time by drawing golf courses. Dixo...

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Can meditation help your golf game? from 2018-09-18T21:22:07

Meditation teacher and 1 Giant Mind founder Jonni Pollard discusses how meditation can help your golf game. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Keely Levins talk about about an unusual major champio...

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Chris Riley on playing the Ryder Cup with Tiger, why he sat out, and his new coaching gig from 2018-09-11T21:13:19

Former PGA Tour player Chris Riley joins the podcast to discuss his experience in the 2004 Ryder Cup when he paired successfully with Tiger Woods, only to mysteriously sit out the afternoon, and hi...

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Creative FedEx Cup changes, Bryson DeChambeau's Ryder Cup case, and Tyrrell Hatton's timely purchase from 2018-08-29T12:01:55

Alex Myers, Joel Beall, and Keely Levins discuss Bryson DeChambeau's big win, an unusual — but smart — purchase by Tyrrell Hatton, and bathroom breaks on the course. Plus, Brian Wacker calls in fro...

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FedEx Cup/Northern Trust preview and James Hahn on tour life and his Craigslist obsession from 2018-08-22T01:18:14

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall come to you "live" from Ridgewood Country Club, site of the Northern Trust, to discuss the start of the 2018 FedEx Cup playoffs. Also joining the podcast is ...

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PGA review: Koepka's resounding statement & Tiger's incredible run from 2018-08-13T11:40

Alex Myers and Joel Beall wrap up a wild Sunday in the season's final major, with Brooks Koepka capturing his second major of the season, and Tiger Woods at least giving him a scare.

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Open Championship review: Francesco Molinari's win, Tiger's impressive run, Jordan Spieth's collapse from 2018-07-23T02:03:10

Alex Myers, Hally Leadbetter and Ryan Herrington wrap up a frenetic Sunday from Carnoustie, where Francesco Molinari claimed his first major title in impressive fashion, holding off Tiger Woods, Ro...

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Open Championship Preview: Tiger, Spieth & Rory's chances on baked-and-brown Carnoustie from 2018-07-17T00:41:46

Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington checks in from Carnoustie to fill in Alex Myers and Sam Weinman on the the baked-out conditions, assess Tiger Woods' chances, and identify a couple of sleepers to pick...

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Kevin Na on his "unusual ratio," his slow-play rep, and overcoming actual golf nightmares from 2018-07-13T13:06:19

Two-time PGA Tour winner Kevin Na talks to Alex Myers about his emotional win at the Greenbrier, his unusual career path, and trying to make a first Ryder Cup team. Also, Sam Weinman and Keely Levi...

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Upgrading your golf trip, Bubba Watson as Hall of Famer, and Bryson DeChambeau's "secret" weapon from 2018-06-26T00:19:43

The secret keys to a great golf trip, from format to food. Also, Alex Myers, Keely Levins and Sam Weinman debate Bubba Watson's worthiness as a Hall of Famer, and whether Bryson DeChambeau's use of...

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U.S. Open Wrap-up: Brooks goes back-to-back, Phil's improbable rake & more Shinnecock drama from 2018-06-18T19:26:48

In the aftermath of a wild U.S. Open, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Ryan Herrington break down the big happenings at Shinnecock Hills, including Brooks Koepka's impressive title defense, Phil Mickel...

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Sergio Garcia on Shinnecock, changing diapers, and life without the green jacket from 2018-06-13T23:00:36

Sergio Garcia talks to Alex Myers about life as a new father and his chances this week in the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills. Also Myers, Sam Weinman, Ryan Herrington, and Christopher Powers check i...

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Brad Faxon talks all things Shinnecock in our 2018 U.S. Open preview from 2018-06-11T03:22:51

Brad Faxon joins Golf Digest's Alex Myers, Joel Beall and Ryan Herrington to talk about Shinnecock Hills and all the key storylines in advance of the 2018 U.S. Open

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Aaron Wise, the rising appeal of college golf, and Tiger returns at Memorial from 2018-05-30T12:41:30

Rookie Aaron Wise, fresh off his win in the AT&T Byron Nelson, joins the pod to talk about his heady first season and his awkward celebration with his girlfriend. Plus Ryan Herrington enlightens Al...

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John Feinstein on Ryder Cup intrigue, schedule changes, and players' complicated private lives from 2018-05-22T12:31:01

Best-selling author and Golf Digest contributing writer John Feinstein joins Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Keely Levins to discuss the changing PGA Tour schedule, the surprisingly thoughtful note h...

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Webb Simpson caddie Paul Tesori, surviving TPC, and Tiger's latest run from 2018-05-16T12:14:46

Paul Tesori played 21 events on the PGA Tour, but has made a far bigger impact as one of the premier caddies in the game, winning 20 times alongside the likes of Webb Simpson, Vijay Singh, and Jerr...

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Fantasy Fix: 2018 Zurich Classic of New Orleans from 2018-04-25T01:35:48

Alex Myers, Stephen Hennessey and Christopher Powers talk all things Zurich Classic as they explore their favorite two-man teams in this revamped PGA Tour event. Jonas Blixt and Cameron Smith (show...

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Episode 132: Jimmy Walker from 2018-04-23T20:44:27

Jimmy Walker, the 2016 PGA champion joins Alex Myers to discuss his ongoing battle with Lyme Disease, his recent resurgent play, and his hopes of making another U.S. Ryder Cup team.

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Fantasy Fix: 2018 Valero Texas Open from 2018-04-18T15:19:03

Joel Beall, Stephen Hennessey and Christopher Powers are back to break down the fantasy options for this week's Valero Texas Open. The guys discuss the most obvious pick at TPC San Antonio (Charley...

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Episode 131: The amazing story of 'Caddyshack' from 2018-04-18T11:49:52

One of the great misconceptions is that the golf comedy 'Caddyshack' was a hit right from the start. It wasn't. The script was a mess, there was infighting among cast members, and almost everyone o...

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Episode 130: Joe LaCava from 2018-04-12T13:04:24

The veteran PGA Tour caddie who was on the bag for Tiger Woods' return to the Masters discusses the differences between Woods and his previous longtime boss Fred Couples, his preparation for tourna...

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Fantasy Fix: 2018 RBC Heritage from 2018-04-11T00:41:17

Golf Digest's Joel Beall, Stephen Hennessey and Christopher Powers explore the RBC Heritage, breaking down the field at Harbour Town Golf Links, in Hilton Head, S.C., where Wesley Bryan is the defe...

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Episode 126: 2018 Masters preview (w/special guest Fred Couples) from 2018-03-30T20:07:05

Sam Weinman, Joel Beall and Ryan Herrington take a look at the early storylines ahead of the 2018 Masters. Among the players discussed: Jordan Spieth, Rory McIlroy, Phil Mickelson and, of course, T...

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Special Longform Podcast: Jack and Jackie Nicklaus re-watch the '86 Masters from 2018-03-29T10:09:04

The author of the greatest Masters victory of all and his caddie had never watched the CBS broadcast of that magical afternoon—until we came by with the tape. Listen as Jack and Jackie Nicklaus des...

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Fantasy Fix: 2018 Houston Open from 2018-03-28T01:24:26

Golf Digest's Joel Beall and Christopher Powers discuss the Houston Open, where several top-name players (Phil Mickelson, Jordan Spieth and Justin Rose to name three) are hoping to play well in the...

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Fantasy Fix: 2018 WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play Championship from 2018-03-20T21:30:27

Golf Digest's Joel Beall, Stephen Hennessey and Christopher Powers break out the brackets from the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play Championship to find who can survive and advance all the way to t...

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Fantasy Fix: 2018 Arnold Palmer Invitational from 2018-03-14T01:23:20

Golf Digest's Joel Beall, Stephen Hennessey and Christopher Powers break down the field at the Arnold Palmer Invitational to uncover a few fantasy sleepers when picking your lineups this week for B...

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Fantasy Fix: 2018 WGC-Mexico Championship from 2018-02-28T02:31:51

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall discuss the field at the WGC-Mexico Championship. World No. 1 Dustin Johnson aims to defend his title, but will be chased by some of the game's best, with Jo...

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Episode 125: Tiger Woods' big step forward from 2018-02-26T20:59:01

It's the rare podcast centered around a player who finished 12th place in a tournament, but when that player is Tiger Woods, who at one point not long ago seemed destined for only past tense refere...

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Episode 124: Training the game's top players from 2018-02-21T21:04:19

Increasingly, golfers who want to compete at the highest level need to pay greater attention to their fitness. Joey Diovisavli, or "Joey D" is the trainer to Dustin Johnson, Brooks Koepka, and othe...

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Fantasy Fix: 2018 Honda Classic from 2018-02-21T03:03:30

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall breakdown the field at this week's Honda Classic. While happy to see Tiger Woods playing, the guys aren't skeptical about taking him for their Fantasy lineup...

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Episode 123: Billy Hurley III from 2018-02-14T19:07:42

What prompted PGA Tour winner Billy Hurley III to put out an "attack ad" against Jordan Spieth as both men pursued the chairmanship of the tour's Player Advisory Council? What exactly does the PAC ...

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Fantasy Fix: 2018 Genesis Open from 2018-02-14T02:46:57

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall are back together in studio, breaking down the field for the Genesis Open at Riviera Country Club outside Los Angeles. Dustin Johnson is back to defend his t...

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Episode 122: Inside Golf Digest's Hot List 2018 from 2018-02-13T12:38:28

Golf Digest equipment editors Mike Stachura and E. Michael Johnson join Sam Weinman to discuss the 2018 Golf Digest Hot List: how the process works and what you need to know to be knowledge about t...

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Episode 120: Tony Finau from 2018-01-31T21:05:10

Rising PGA Tour star Tony Finau talks to Golf Digest's Stephen Hennessey on this week's podcast. Finau joins us from the Waste Management Phoenix Open having just signed a new club deal with local ...

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Fantasy Fix: 2018 Waste Management Phoenix Open from 2018-01-30T23:39:13

Golf Digest's Stephen Hennessey and Joel Beall break down the field at the Waste Management Phoenix Open. Can Hideki Matsuyama make it three wins in three years at TPC Scottsdale? And how will the ...

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Episode 119: Sam Saunders from 2018-01-25T16:06:39

Sam Saunders joins Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington on the latest podcast. The two discuss how Saunders, in his fourth full season on the PGA Tour, is coming into his own as a player as well as how he...

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Fantasy Fix: 2018 Farmers Insurance Open from 2018-01-22T20:15:40

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Stephen Hennessey break down the field at the Farmers Insurance Open where, you may have heard, Tiger Woods makes his official return to the PGA Tour. Is Woods one of t...

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Episode 118: Losing weight while eating burgers—and playing golf from 2018-01-18T22:42:17

Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington talks to the magazine's fitness editor, Ron Kaspriske, about how he lost 23 pounds in a year while still eating pizza, ice cream and burgers. And guess what? Golf play...

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Fantasy Fix: 2018 CareerBuilder Challenge from 2018-01-17T03:27:37

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall are back to recap the Sony Open in Hawaii and to offer their fantasy picks for this week's CareerBuilder Challenge. Can Adam Hadwin post another 59 like he d...

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Special Longform Feature: Chasing Ty Tryon from 2018-01-10T14:28:58

In 2001, 17-year-old Ty Tryon became the youngest player to earn his PGA Tour card through qualifying school. Billed as a future superstar, Tryon barely lasted more than a full season. Some 15 yea...

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Fantasy Fix: 2018 Sony Open in Hawaii from 2018-01-10T03:21:29

Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall recap the start of the season at Kapalua and make their selections for this week's Sony Open in Hawaii. The guys discuss whether the crazy low numbers ...

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Episode 117: 2017 Golf Year In Review from 2017-12-20T02:31:06

Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington, Sam Weinman, Joel Beall and Keely Levins discuss the year in golf 2017, the highs (Justin Thomas, U.S. Presidents Cup team), the lows (Rules snafus, Donald Trump), th...

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Episode 116: Julian Suri from 2017-12-14T16:11:25

Golf Digest's Max Adler talks to Julian Suri, a 26-year-old former All-American at Duke who jumped from 1,148th on the World Ranking to start 2017 to 62nd at the end of the year, thanks to a solid ...

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Episode 114: Tiger Woods' return at the 2017 Hero World Challenge from 2017-11-29T00:13:03

Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington, Alex Myers, Joel Beall and Brian Wacker discuss the competitive return of Tiger Woods at this week's Hero World Challenge. We break down what's different about this c...

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Episode 113: Gerina and Martin Piller from 2017-11-21T16:34:46

Golf Digest's Alex Myers interviews Gerina and Martin Piller, the first couple of golf. The wife-husband team talk about what it's like for both of them to compete professionally on their respectiv...

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Episode 112: Dru Love from 2017-11-15T21:55:27

Dru Love, son of Hall of Famer Davis Love III joins Alex Myers to talk about his appearance in his hometown RSM Classic, and his attempts to make it to the PGA Tour.

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 RSM Classic from 2017-11-15T02:34:16

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall review Patton Kizzire's win in Mexico, the controversial finish at the Schwab Cup and their fantasy best bets at the final official fall tournament, the RSM ...

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Episode 110: Playing golf 1,200 miles across Mongolia from 2017-10-27T14:21:56

A different type of guest this week as we speak with Adam Rolston, who this summer played golf across Mongolia, traveling 1,200 miles and needing 20,093 shots over 82 days. You can also read more a...

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Episode 109: What makes a great teacher? from 2017-10-19T10:06:17

With the release of Golf Digest's biennial 50 Best Teachers in America list, Matthew Rudy joins Sam Weinman to talk about how the list is constructed, why certain teachers rank ahead of others, and...

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 CJ Cup @ Nine Bridges from 2017-10-18T00:46:27

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Stephen Hennessey break down the field for the inaugural CJ Cup @ Nine Bridges, the PGA Tour's first official stroke-play event in South Korea.

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Episode 108: Jerry Kelly from 2017-10-12T23:12:06

The PGA Tour Champions rookie joins Alex Myers to talk about Wisconsin, hockey, and life on the mulligan circuit.

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 CIMB Classic from 2017-10-11T01:46:12

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Stephen Hennessey break down the CIMB Classic, the first of three straight PGA Tour events in Asia. Two-time defending champion (and 2017 FedEx Cup winner) Justin Thoma...

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Episode 107: World Golf Hall of Fame Class of 2017 members from 2017-09-26T22:21:09

Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington talks to Ian Woosnam, Lorena Ochoa, Meg Mallon and Davis Love III, the four living members of the World Golf Hall of Fame Class of 2017, on the eve of their induction ...

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Episode 106: 2017 Presidents Cup Preview from 2017-09-26T02:13:32

Golf Digest's Sam Weinman, Alex Myers and Ryan Herrington discuss the upcoming Presidents Cup at Liberty National, exploring whether this will be the lopsided American victory that many are predic...

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Episode 105: Amateur standout Stewart Hagestad from 2017-09-18T16:27:16

Defending U.S. Mid-Am champ Stewart Hagestad joins the podcast to discuss a dream 2017 season in which he was the low amateur in the Masters, qualified for the U.S. Open, and delivered the clinchin...

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Episode 104: Peter Uihlein from 2017-09-14T15:59:11

The former amateur standout on his road to qualifying for the PGA Tour.

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 BMW Championship from 2017-09-12T19:03:13

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall survived the PGA Tour's week off and they're back to discuss their fantasy picks for BMW Championship, the third event of the FedEx Cup Playoffs. Among the p...

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Episode 102: Jim McLean on developing junior golfers from 2017-08-30T12:48:25

Jim McLean is a perennial on Golf Digest's ranking of America's Best Teachers, as well as a longtime professional editor for the magazine. Well versed in every aspect of golf instruction, McLean ha...

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 Dell Technologies Championship from 2017-08-30T12:32:42

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall are back to dissect the field at the Dell Technologies Championship at TPC Boston and offer their picks for your fantasy lineup. Among the players discussed:...

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Episode 101: Masters chairman Billy Payne retires from 2017-08-24T14:47:07

Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington and Jaime Diaz discuss Billy Payne's retirement as chairman at Augusta National and of the Masters Tournament, his legacy at the club and what to expect from his succe...

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Fantasy Fix 2017: 2017 Northern Trust from 2017-08-22T22:08:42

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Christopher Powers discuss their favorites from a fantasy golf perspective from Glen Oaks, site of the The Northern Trust, as the PGA Tour's FedEx Cup Playoffs kick off...

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 Wyndham Championship from 2017-08-16T11:31:32

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall review last week's events at the PGA at Quail Hollow and break down the field at the Wyndham Championship, the PGA Tour's last regular season event for 2016-...

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Episode 96: Michael Phelps from 2017-07-27T09:48:27

Golf Digest's Alex Myers talks with Olympic swimming legend Michael Phelps to talk about his new obsession, golf, the big bet he has in the sport and the time be made the longest televised putt in ...

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 RBC Canadian Open from 2017-07-26T08:28:28

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall recap the thrilling finish at the British Open and break down their fantasy picks for this week's RBC Canadian Open.

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Episode 95: Jim "Bones" Mackay from 2017-07-18T16:22:38

On the eve of his first official gig as an on-course reporter for NBC/Golf Channel, the former caddie joins Ryan Herrington talk about trading a golf bag for a mic, and what he's looking forward to...

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 British Open Championship from 2017-07-17T10:59:35

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall discuss their favorites and dark horses to win the claret jug as the British Open Championship approaches at Royal Birkdale.

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Episode 94: British Open Preview! from 2017-07-14T13:20:44

Sam Weinman, Alex Myers, and Ryan Herrington break down the upcoming British Open (aka the Open Championship) at Royal Birkdale, including who among the favorites can prevail, and why the Open tend...

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Episode 92: John Feinstein from 2017-06-29T14:26:20

Golf Digest and Golf World contributor John Feinstein joins this week's podcast to talk about the health of the PGA Tour's Quicken Loans National, the highlights of the 2017 tour season to date and...

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 Quicken Loans Invitational from 2017-06-28T09:57:20

Golf Digest's Joel Beall and Alex Myers are back to help you set your fantasy golf lineup for this week's Quicken Loans Invitational. The guys discuss the new venues (TPC Potomac at Avenel Farms) a...

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Episode 91: Billy and Brittany Horschel from 2017-06-21T18:00:02

In the aftermath of Billy Horschel's win at the Byron Nelson last month, his wife Brittany announced she had been in treatment for alcoholism and was celebrating a year of sobriety. The couple join...

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Episode 90: Adam Scott from 2017-06-19T20:49:12

Adam Scott is the 2013 Masters champ and a former No. 1 player in the world. Fresh off playing in the 2017 U.S. Open, Adam joined Alex Myers to discuss whether the USGA got things right with Erin H...

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Episode 89: The making of a U.S. Open course from 2017-06-14T22:18:36

Golf Digest architecture editor was one of the co-designers of Erin Hills, site of this year's U.S. Open. On the eve of the national championship, Whitten talks with Sam Weinman about the process o...

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 U.S. Open from 2017-06-12T21:49:34

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall breakdown the field at the 117th U.S. Open, identifying the players they've got a good feeling about—and a few they'd stay away from—this week at Erin Hills.

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Episode 88: U.S. Open preview ... Erin Hills, Phil, DJ and more from 2017-06-11T19:37:17

Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington, Joel Beall and Alex Myers take a look at the early storylines playing out on the eve of the 117th U.S. Open. Among the talking points: Erin Hills as a first-time majo...

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 Memorial Tournament from 2017-05-31T10:20:03

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall examine the field at the Memorial Tournament and help identify the players to consider for your fantasy golf lineups at Jack Nicklaus' event in Ohio. The guy...

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Episode 86: Tiger Woods' latest scandal from 2017-05-30T20:47:42

No golf writer has written longer or more insightfully about Tiger Woods than Golf Digest senior writer Jaime Diaz. On this week's Golf Digest Podcast, Diaz joins Sam Weinman and Ryan Herrington to...

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Fantasy Fix: 2017 Dean & DeLuca Invitational from 2017-05-24T09:59:20

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall discuss the Dean & DeLuca Invitational at Colonial and offer their thoughts on who take this week for your fantasy golf lineups. The guys discuss the pros an...

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Episode 85: Juli Inkster, and more listener calls! from 2017-05-18T12:53:11

LPGA Hall of Famer Juli Inkster joins the podcast to talk about her busy schedule as U.S. Solheim Cup captain, a still-active LPGA player, and broadcaster. Plus, listener questions about Ian Poulte...

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Episide 82: Ex-NFL kicker Josh Scobee from 2017-04-26T13:09:26

Former NFL kicker Josh Scobee, who until his retirement this month, was the best professional athlete golfer, joins Alex Myers to talk about golf and football, his occasional tweaks ofTiger Woods, ...

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Episode 81: Wesley Bryan from 2017-04-19T12:44:39

Newest PGA Tour winner and trick shot artist Wesley Bryan joins Alex Myers to talk about his rapid ascension on tour, his big win at Hilton Head, and his celebratory dinner at Taco Bell.

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Fantasy Fix: Valero Texas Open from 2017-04-19T01:24:32

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall are back again, breaking down the field at the Valero Texas Open. Not surprisingly, among their top choices for those in Fantasy Golf Leagues is defending ch...

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Fantasy Fix: RBC Heritage from 2017-04-11T21:38:17

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall discuss the field at the RBC Heritage and offer their advice on players to consider when filling out your fantasy golf lineup. A year after making his first ...

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Episode 80: Driving From Augusta after Sergio's Big Win from 2017-04-10T17:38:04

Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman and Alex Myers are on the road from Augusta to Atlanta in the wake of an electric 2017 Masters. We talk Sergio Garcia's big win, the best moments of Sunday, and why ...

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Episode 77: Where have all the golf writers gone? from 2017-03-30T10:25:18

Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington, Jaime Diaz and Tim Rosaforte discuss the state of the golf media and how the industry is undergoing a contraction that has meant fewer newspapers and print outlets co...

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Fantasy Fix: Shell Houston Open from 2017-03-29T02:33:41

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall discuss the fantasy prospects at this week's Shell Houston Open, where the tournament mimics the course conditions found at Augusta National for those using ...

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Episode 76: Tommy's Honour director Jason Connery from 2017-03-28T01:10:42

Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington speaks with Jason Connery, director of the soon-to-be-released golf movie "Tommy's Honour," a film about Old and Young Tom Morris, the legendary father-son Scottish du...

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Fantasy Fix: WGC Match Play and Puerto Rico Open from 2017-03-22T13:06:37

The PGA Tour splits this week, with top players heading to the World Golf Championships-Dell Technologies Match Play, and others heading south for the Puerto Rico Open. Golf Digest editors Alex Mye...

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Episode 75: A Tiger sighting! And more listener calls! from 2017-03-21T13:57:48

Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman and Keely Levins discuss Tiger Woods' recent promotional appearance in support of his new book, and speculate on when he might play again. Plus, more listener calls....

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Episode 75: Justin Rose from 2017-03-16T12:06:26

Justin Rose joins Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington for this week's podcast. Seven months removed from winning his Olympic gold medal, the 36-year-old Englishman discusses his new appreciation for the ...

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Fantasy Fix: Arnold Palmer Invitational from 2017-03-15T17:46:39

Golf Digest's Joel Beall and Stephen Hennessey discuss this week's Arnold Palmer Invitational and who are the best bets to take in your golf fantasy lineup. As usual, the pair explore the merits of...

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Fantasy Fix: WGC Mexico Championship from 2017-02-28T22:10:42

Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall discuss Rory McIlroy's return to golf at the first World Golf Championship of the season.

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Episode 72: More Calls! How To Play A Top 100 Course & What's Up With Tiger from 2017-02-23T16:53:06

Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman and Keely Levins answer a series of listener calls, touching on everything from Tiger Woods' health, how to play a top 100 course, and what grip you should use. To h...

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Fantasy Fix: Honda Classic from 2017-02-22T13:50:10

The PGA Tour heads east for the start of the Florida Swing in the Honda Classic. Can Rickie Fowler win at PGA National? Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall discuss.

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Episode 71: Bubba Watson, and now, listener call-ins! from 2017-02-16T14:26:14

Bubba Watson, defending champion of the Genesis Open, talks with Golf Digest's Ashley Mayo about life on tour and dealing with haters on social media. Also, editors Sam Weinman and Keely Levins res...

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Fantasy Fix: Genesis Open from 2017-02-15T13:07:31

Golf Digest's Alex Myers, Joel Beall and Stephen Hennessey discuss the players to watch at Riviera Country Club outside Los Angeles for the Genesis Open.

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Audio Short: Joe Buck's Errant 9-iron from 2017-02-11T19:40:05

Joe Buck tells the story of his errant approach shot at the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am that struck an old woman.

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Fantasy Fix: Waste Management Phoenix Open from 2017-01-31T10:59:01

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall are back, talking about the players they think will play well at the uniquely rowdy Waste Management Phoenix Open. The guys also dish on who they were able t...

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Episode 68: Maverick McNealy from 2017-01-26T11:26:05

Stanford All-American Maverick McNealy, the No. 1 ranked amateur golfer in the world, talks to Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington to discuss college golf. McNealy reveals what it's like to try to chase ...

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Fantasy Fix: Farmers Insurance Open from 2017-01-24T21:32:55

Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall discuss this week's Farmers Insurance Open, including Tiger Woods' return and Jason Day looking to get back to the winner's circle.

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Episode 67: Justin Thomas from 2017-01-20T12:20:34

With two wins to start 2017, Justin Thomas is the hottest player in golf. He joins Sam Weinman and Ashley Mayo to talk about his new role in helping to feed the hungry alongside Citi, why Jordan Sp...

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Episode 66: Kyle Thompson from 2017-01-19T15:06:19

Golf Digest’s Alex Myers talks to Kyle Thompson, winner of the Web.com Tour’s wild season-opening event. Thompson, 37, talks about the crazy weather players faced in the Bahamas, where his winning ...

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Fantasy Fix: CareerBuilder Challenge from 2017-01-18T10:52:43

Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall are back again, explore the best options for your Fantasy golf lineup at the CareerBuilder Challenge in Palm Springs, Calif. Among the players discusse...

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Fantasy Fix: Sony Open in Hawaii from 2017-01-10T11:26:32

Golf Digest fantasy experts Alex Myers and Joel Beall breakdown the first full-field PGA Tour event of 2017, the Sony Open in Hawaii. Topics for discussion include two-time Sony winner Jimmy Walker...

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Episode 64: Golf's Top Newsmakers of 2016 from 2016-12-21T14:05:02

Ryan Herrington, Jaime Diaz and Alex Myers discuss golf's biggest newsmakers in 2016. The conversation touches on memorable players (Dustin Johnson, Rory McIlroy, Jordan Spieth) and moments (Ryder ...

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Episode 63: The New Rules Of Golf Etiquette from 2016-12-14T12:28:50

Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman, Keely Levins, Alex Myers, and Joel Beall discuss the do's and don'ts of golf etiquette, and how they've evolved in the 21st century.

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Episode 61: Tiger Woods Returns To Golf! from 2016-11-29T21:56:29

With Tiger Woods set to return to competition after 15 months away from the game, Golf Digest's Sam Weinman, Matthew Rudy and Brian Wacker discuss Woods' outlook and what would constitute a success...

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Episode 60: The dos and don'ts of the college golf search process from 2016-11-17T14:25:13

John Brooks, a former college golf coach who founded Red Numbers Golf, a company that helps juniors navigate the college placement process, talks with Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington about the colleg...

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Fantasy Fix: The RSM Classic from 2016-11-16T02:10:06

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall offer their expert analysis for 2016's final official PGA Tour event, the RSM Classic. A year ago at Sea Island, Kevin Kisner finally ended a run of close ca...

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Episode 59: How to set up the perfect golf trip from 2016-11-10T13:51:41

It's the time of year where many golfers are already thinking ahead to planning their annual golf trip for 2017. Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman, Ashley Mayo and Alex Myers discuss what's needed to...

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Episode 57: Jon Rahm from 2016-10-27T12:44:48

Jon Rahm joins Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington on this week's podcast. Rahm, the 2016 college player of the year at Arizona State, needed just four PGA Tour starts in the summer to earn enough money ...

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Fantasy Fix: WGC-HSBC Champions from 2016-10-26T13:15:46

The PGA Tour plays in Shanghai this week at the WGC-HSBC Champions event, and our fantasy gurus, Alex Myers and Joel Beall, discuss Bubba Watson, Rory McIlroy, Dustin Johnson and other smart plays ...

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Episode 56: Madelene Sagstrom from 2016-10-20T12:45:37

Sweden's Madelene Sagstrom shattered nearly every Symetra Tour record in 2016, becoming the first player not just to earn $100,000 in a single season, but also break the $150,000 mark. The 23-year-...

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Fantasy Fix: CIMB Classic from 2016-10-19T10:19:30

Alex Myers and Joel Beall, our Fantasy Golf gurus, discuss the players to watch for (and a few to avoid) when filling out your lineups for the CIMB Classic in Malaysia.

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Episode 55: The Golfers On The Famed "Sully" Flight from 2016-10-14T15:45:30

Among the fortunate passengers on US Airways Flight 1549 were six golfers headed for a buddies weekend in Myrtle Beach. One of those golfers, Jeff Kolodjay, joins Sam Weinman to talk about the most...

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Fantasy Fix: 2016-'17 PGA Tour preview from 2016-10-12T10:32:39

Our fantasy experts, Alex Myers and Joel Beall, preview the 2016-'17 PGA Tour season from a Fantasy perspective, highlighting some of the up and comers (such as Jon Rahm) and sleepers to watch for....

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Episode 54: Tiger's Return On Hold from 2016-10-10T23:09:57

Alex Myers and Joel Beall hold an emergency podcast to discuss Tiger Woods' abrupt withdraw from this week's Safeway Open and the postponement of his much-anticipated return to competitive golf.

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Episode 52: A Wacky Start To Ryder Cup Week from 2016-09-29T22:11:45

Golf Digest editors Alex Myers, Geoff Shackelford, and Brian Wacker discuss an eventful build-up to the 2016 Ryder Cup, from Phil Mickelson's spat with Hal Sutton, to Danny Willett's brother stirri...

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Episode 51: Arnold Palmer's life and legacy from 2016-09-26T17:18:31

Golf Digest senior writer Jaime Diaz talks to digital editor Sam Weinman about Palmer's remarkable gift for human connection, and his underrated playing career.

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Episode 50: Mike Tirico from 2016-09-24T11:23:13

On the eve of the 40th Ryder Cup, one of NBC's lead announcers, Mike Tirico, joins Alex Myers on the Golf Digest Podcast. Tirico talks about his transition to NBC from ESPN, his plum assignments si...

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Episode 49: Andrew "Beef" Johnston from 2016-09-22T15:05:36

Andrew "Beef" Johnston, cover star of our October issue, talks to Alex Myers about his dizzying rise to fame, and his hopes for 2017.

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Fantasy Fix: Tour Championship from 2016-09-21T13:47:02

The 2015-16 PGA Tour season comes to a close at the Tour Championship with our fantasy gurus Alex Myers and Joel Beall giving their picks for East Lake. They also mull who wins the player of the ye...

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Vin Scully On Sandy Koufak from 2016-09-16T19:32:41

Legendary baseball play-by-play announcer tells a story about Sandy Koufax.

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Episode 48: TaylorMade CEO David Abeles from 2016-09-16T14:16:33

TaylorMade CEO/president David Abeles joins Ryan Herrington on the Golf Digest Podcast to talk about the challenges that the golf-equipment industry faces and why the consumers should be bullish ab...

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Fantasy Fix: Deutsche Bank Championship from 2016-08-31T17:38:10

Our fantasy fix gurus, Joel Beall and Alex Myers, preview the Deutsche Bank Championship, with its Labor Day Monday finish at TPC Boston, by offering their expert advice on who to pick for the seco...

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Episode 46: Ryder Cup roundtable and all things across the pond from 2016-08-31T10:39:31

With the U.S. and the European Ryder Cup team rosters starting to fill out, the upcoming event at Hazeltine National is starting to get interesting. Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman, Ryan Herrington...

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Episode 45: Jim Furyk from 2016-08-23T12:08:14

PGA Tour veteran Jim Furyk joins Golf Digest's Alex Myers to discuss his recent bit of golf history, shooting a 58 at the Travelers Championship, along with his attempt to make the U.S. Ryder Cup t...

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Episode 44: Chubby Chandler from 2016-08-17T13:25:11

Golf agent Chubby Chandler joins Sam Weinman to talk about the state of the golf business, his view on the Olympic Games, and the future of the European Tour.

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Episode 43: The Olympic Golf Scene In Rio from 2016-08-10T11:48:16

Golf Digest's Sam Weinman talks to Geoff Shackelford about the scene so far in Rio, where golf is making a return to the Olympics after a 112-year absence.

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Fantasy Fix: The Olympics & John Deere Classic from 2016-08-10T11:29:57

Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall discuss the field in the Olympic men's golf competition, and why Martin Kaymer could be a sneaky pick for a gold medal.

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Episode 40: Davis Love III from 2016-07-27T16:10:49

U.S. Ryder Cup captain Davis Love III joins Alex Myers to talk about this year's matches at Hazeltine, and what he'll be looking for out of potential players this week at Baltusrol.

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Episode 39: PGA Championship Preview from 2016-07-21T18:03:50

Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman, Alex Myers, Matthew Rudy and Ryan Herrington discuss the storylines and favorites for the upcoming PGA Championship at Baltusrol Golf Club.

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Fantasy Fix: RBC Canadian Open from 2016-07-20T14:11:12

Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall break down the upcoming RBC Canadian Open and advise who you should add to your fantasy lineup.

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British Open Final Round Recap from 2016-07-17T20:47:26

Golf Digest editors Alex Myers, Steve Hennessey and Geoff Shackelford recount an electric final round of the British Open, in which Sweden's Henrik Stenson shot 63 to claim his first major title.

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British Open Round 3 Recap from 2016-07-16T21:30:48

Golf Digest editors Ryan Herrington, Alex Myers and Steve Hennessey discuss the third round of the British Open from Royal Troon.

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British Open Round 2 Recap from 2016-07-15T19:44:54

Golf Digest editors Ryan Herrington, Alex Myers, and Steve Hennessey discuss the second round at Royal Troon.

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Golf Digest Podcast 2016 British Open Day 1 from 2016-07-14T22:02:37

Golf Digest editors Ryan Herrington, Alex Myers and Stephen Hennessey discuss the events from the first round of the 2016 Open Championship at Royal Troon, including Phil Mickelson's 63, Patrick Re...

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Episode 37: Vegas golf oddsmaker Jeff Sherman from 2016-06-30T13:34:42

Jeff Sherman, Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook Manager and golf oddsmaker, talks to Golf Digest's Alex Myers about how he sets golf lines each week, what mistakes gamblers typically make and who he lik...

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Fantasy Fix: WGC-Bridgestone Invitational from 2016-06-29T12:20:13

Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall breakdown the field at the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational to help fill out your fantasy golf lineup.

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Episode 36: Olympic Golf withdrawals from 2016-06-28T23:05:44

Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman, Joel Beall, Matthew Rudy and Ryan Herrington discuss the recent decisions from Rory McIlroy and Jason Day to skip playing in the Olympics, joining other prominent g...

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Episode 35: Jim Furyk from 2016-06-23T13:33:03

Jim Furyk discusses his T-2 performance at the U.S. Open, his progress in recovering from wrist surgery, how the USGA handled things on Sunday at Oakmont and his involvement in this year's Ryder Cup.

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Fantasy Fix: Quicken Loans National from 2016-06-22T14:09:07

Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall break down the field at the Quicken Loans National at Congressional C.C. and weigh in on who you should add to your fantasy lineup.

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Episode 34: U.S. Open Recap from 2016-06-20T13:56:36

Ryan Herrington, Joel Beall and Geoff Shackelford discuss the dramatic conclusion to the 116th U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club, where Dustin Johnson claimed his long-awaited first major champions...

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U.S. Open Champion Dustin Johnson's Winning Press Conference from 2016-06-20T02:16:49

After an eventful final round, Dustin Johnson discusses the controversial penalty he was assessed and why he was still able to hold on to win his first major title.

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U.S. Open: Jordan Spieth On His First Round from 2016-06-17T14:05:32

Jordan Spieth discusses the stop-and-start first round at Oakmont Country Club, in which he shot an opening 72.

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U.S. Open: Rory McIlroy On His Disappointing 1st Round from 2016-06-17T14:03:17

Rory McIlroy reflects on his opening 77 in the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club.

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Fantasy Fix: U.S. Open from 2016-06-14T21:44:12

Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall break down the field at the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club and weigh in on who you should add to your fantasy lineup.

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Episode 33: Dr. Bob Rotella from 2016-06-14T15:46:18

Leading sports psychologist Dr. Bob Rotella talks to Sam Weinman before the 2016 U.S. Open about the mental test players face at Oakmont Country Club, and how he prepares them for it.

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Episode 32: U.S. Open Preview from 2016-06-10T15:02:13

Is the U.S. Open the best test in golf? Just how tough is Oakmont? And who are we picking to win? Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman, Ryan Herrington, Alex Myers, and Joel Beall engage in a freewheeli...

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Fantasy Fix: Dean & DeLuca Invitational from 2016-05-25T13:42:21

Golf Digest's Joel Beall and Alex Myers break down the Dean & DeLuca Invitational (aka the Colonial), where Zach Johnson looks to break out of a sluggish start to the season.

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Episode 29: The Struggles of Jordan, Phil, and Tiger from 2016-05-24T10:14:38

Golf Digest's Jaime Diaz and Sam Weinman dissect a difficult week for Jordan Spieth, Phil Mickelson, and Tiger Woods. They discuss Rory McIlroy's recent win at the Irish Open and the possibility he...

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Episode 28: Nathaniel Crosby from 2016-05-18T21:03:51

Nathaniel Crosby, son of the famous entertainer Bing Crosby and author of "18 Holes With Bing," talks about life with his famous father and his own love of golf that included a win in the 1981 U.S....

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Fantasy Fix: AT&T Byron Nelson from 2016-05-18T13:12:17

Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall discuss the field in the Byron Nelson Championship, and whether Jordan Spieth can recover from a missed cut in the Players.

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Episode 27: Jerome Bettis from 2016-05-11T17:12:21

NFL Hall of Famer Jerome Bettis talks to Golf Digest's Alex Myers about the role golf plays in his retirement, and how the once bruising running back is more of a finesse player on the course.

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Fantasy Fix: The Players from 2016-05-11T11:55:07

Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall break down the field at the Players, and discuss who you should tap for your fantasy lineup.

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Episode 25: Paul Azinger from 2016-04-27T15:37:16

Paul Azinger talks to Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington about his new gig as the lead analyst at Fox Sports, the U.S. Open at Oakmont, a Tiger return and why seeing shirtless American golfers on vacati...

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Episode 24: Jack Nicklaus from 2016-04-19T19:55:06

Eighteen-time major champion Jack Nicklaus joins Alex Myers to talk about the Masters, the state of the game, and his own viral moments.

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Jordan Spieth Discusses His Masters Collapse from 2016-04-11T00:54:35

Jordan Spieth discusses the events that led to his disappointing runner-up finish in the 2016 Masters.

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Episode 22: Gary Player from 2016-03-30T14:55:36

Hall of Famer and three-time Masters champion Gary Player talks about the state of the game, what he looks forward to most each year at Augusta National, and where Tiger Woods went wrong.

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Episode 21: Steve Williams from 2016-03-23T15:50:51

Steve Williams, best known for his tenure caddying for Tiger Woods from 1999-2011, discusses his new book, Out of the Rough, his time on the bag for some of the world's greats, and his expected ret...

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Episode 20: Tim Rosaforte from 2016-03-16T15:17:33

Golf Digest and Golf World Senior Writer speaks with Sam Weinman about Arnold Palmer's decision to not hit the ceremonial opening tee shot at the Masters, the current crop of personalities he cover...

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Episode 17: Tony Finau from 2016-02-24T16:18:34

PGA Tour player Tony Finau joins Sam Weinman to talk about the expectations for his second year on tour, his switch to Nike, and why he plays more basketball than he should.

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Episode 16: Can A Golfer Overdo It In The Gym? from 2016-02-17T18:30:02

Recent comments about Rory McIlroy's intense fitness regimen raises the question: Can a golfer overdo it in the gym? Golf Digest Fitness Editor Ron Kaspriske weighs in.

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Episode 15: Choosing Golf Over College Football from 2016-02-10T16:31:28

Florida high school senior Matt Heuerman had a standout high school football career and offers to play Division I ball in college. But he turned it down to see if he could walk on as a golfer. He t...

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Episode 13: PGA of America CEO Pete Bevacqua from 2016-01-27T17:11:58

PGA of America CEO Pete Bevacqua visits with Ryan Herrington at the PGA Merchandise Show to discuss the busy year ahead in golf, the challenges facing the golf industry, and why he's encouraged by ...

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Episode 12: Golf on TV from 2016-01-20T18:16:33

With the news that Greg Norman will not return as Fox Sports' lead golf analyst, Golf Digest's Sam Weinman, Jaime Diaz, and Alex Myers discuss who might replace him, and what we're looking for in a...

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Episode 11: Holly Sonders from 2016-01-13T20:26:01

Holly Sonders talks with Golf Digest's Cory Bradburn, an old friend from junior golf, about her first year at Fox, the difference between covering golf and football, and how she stays in shape on t...

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Episode 9: 2015 In Review from 2015-12-23T15:32:54

Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman, Alex Myers, and Matt Rudy discuss the biggest stories in golf in 2015, the biggest surprises, and what to expect in the year to come.

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Episode 8: Paige Spiranac from 2015-12-16T15:10:54

Paige Spiranac, an aspiring professional golfer and an Instagram star, talks about her rapid rise to fame, the lessons of her first pro tournament, and what she needs to do next.

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Episode 5: Peter Malnati from 2015-11-25T13:40:34

Recent PGA Tour winner Peter Malnati discusses his long road to success on tour, and what he hopes for next.

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Episode 4: NBA legend John Starks from 2015-11-18T15:51:16

Former New York Knicks crowd favorite John Starks on playing with Michael Jordan and Donald Trump, and whether his golf obsession is why he once got traded.

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Episode 3: How to take your driving range game to the course from 2015-11-11T19:46:03

Mental performance coach Ed Tseng on how to achieve peak mental performance on the course.

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