At The Turn - Golf Podcast

It should be the best moment of a golfer's life, making an ace. For some reason, this rarest of rare occasion has morphed into a responsibility of making sure the entire clubhouse is properly loaded. What is the appropriate amount of liquor to buy after a hole-in-one? And, punching season is right around the corner. Do people actually care that much? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Most people wish they could roll the clock back with the knowledge they have now. Make that double for golfers! The fellas sit down with newly obsessed golfer and hilarious comedian Jeremiah Coughlan. They chat about what got him into the game, then dive into all of the things they wished they knew when they first started playing golf. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It may be trite to call the first swing on the first hole the most important shot of the day, but baby, it's the truth! The whole tone of the day can set by a missile in the mayor's office or a poof ball into the driving range. The fellas share what they do to make sure 18 holes aren't ruined by one thoughtless strike and recount tales of woe on the opening tee. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Golf is full of social landmines and some transgressions are more serious than others. The fellas attempt to determine which common etiquette niceties are crucial to get right and which ones don't really matter all that much. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You ever feel like your golf game in a slump and you can't figure out a way to pull yourself out of it? Well, you're in luck! Nick spoke with a pro about that very subject and imparts his newfound wisdom on all of us. Then, Lydia Ko grabs gold in Paris and gets into the LPGA Hall of Fame. Finally, Matt Kuchar finds a new and insane way to make a fool out of himself on the PGA Tour. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scottie's late charge gets him the gold medal, Tommy hangs on for silver, Hideki makes the podium and Rahm and Rory choke. What a weekend of Olympic Golf! The fellas break down the sensational Sunday in France and look ahead to the Women's competition. After that, a special guest joins show to break the highs and lows of volunteering for the LPGA at the Portland Classic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Statistics show that golfers carrying their clubs don't actually burn more calories than those that use push carts. So, why aren't you pushing? The fellas lay out the very logical case for using push carts, and make a few recommendations before Nick details his nightmare trying to use a motorized one. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scotland is on the bucket list for any golfer and Joe details what it was like playing some of the most famous and challenging golf courses in the world, changing his shoes next to Rickie Fowler, putting on the same green Gary Player was hamming it up on and attending The Open championship. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Would you raw dog Johnnie Walker - Blue Label out of the Claret Jug without getting it cleaned? Is calling the winner Champion Golfer of the Year pretentious, or cool as hell? Should you wake up at 3am to watch The Open TV coverage? The fellas answer the tough questions about the year's final major. Before that, they spend some time chatting about the surprising selection of Keegan Bradley as the 2025 U.S. Ryder Cup Captain. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What irks you on the golf course? Pace of play? Lack of practice bunkers? Unavailability of ball washers? The fellas complain into their microphones about all the things that rub them the wrong way. Before that, Joe details how he made 7 birdies and still shot over par. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alright, you've reached the green, have 15 feet for birdie, now what? The fellas detail their tips and tricks for green reading. Then, an incredible follow-up to friend of the program Bryan Romey's U.S. Open qualifying round. Let's just say the USGA is out of line. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lining up your playing partners putt, playing as a fivesome, backstopping and more! The fellas had a lot of rules to sort out after their resounding victory in the 2024 Corner Club Open and what better way to do that than the first ever (!) all Nick Rules Edition of At The Turn. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stuck in a golfing rut? Getting the same result round after round got you down? We've got the cure! It's a brand new episode of At The Turn focusing on how to avoid midseason burnout. After talking Joe off a ledge, Matchstick Golf's Dane Delgado shares some exciting updates about one of Forbes Magazine's Top 10 Best Golf Businesses of 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 2024 U.S. Open is here! The fellas rehash the beauty that was the 1999 U.S. Open. Payne Stewart's legendary victory over Tiger, Phil, Vijay and Duval. Then, is Old Man Par really worth celebrating? The boys delve into that and more in Overrated, Underrated, Properly Rated. Finally, they share who they think will win this year's edition. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the season about halfway over it's time to reflect on what we've done well and work on the weak spots. The boys discuss the mid-season adjustments they're making. Nick also teed off too early at his home course and got in some trouble for it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

$200? $2,000? What is your threshold for pain when it comes crazy green fees? The fellas break down when you should pay and when you should bolt. Then, when going on a Golf Trip should you make time for other activities or just play until your calluses have calluses? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Want to know how it feels to compete under U.S. Open pressure? Well, friend of the program Bryan Romey recounts his experience playing a qualifier for our national open. Nick caddied for him and shares his perspective as well. It's unlike any episode we've done before, so give it a listen! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The strongest field in golf, Michael Block stealing the spotlight, Tiger teeing it up. The fellas decide what's under the radar and what's being blown way out of proportion. Then, they make their picks for the 2024 PGA Championship. Spoiler: not Scottie Chef. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's something we've all talked about after a few beers on the 19th hole: I'm going to try and qualify for the U.S. Open. Well, friend of the program Bryan Romey is putting his putter where his mouth is. Next week he's competing in local qualifying for the 2024 U.S. Open. He shares his goals, hilarious practice round and expectations of the big day. And, oh yeah, Nick is going to loop for him! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sure, teeing it up with your regular foursome is always a treat, but when was the last time you experienced the magic of sharing 4-plus hours with complete strangers? This week the boys examine the beauty of playing with randoms. Then, is anyone else noticing how penal 9-hole rounds are for your handicap? Nick is. Stay tuned for an epic rant about the new handicapping system. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Surely everyone knows how to drive a golf cart. Right? RIGHT!?!? Well, friends you'd be surprised. With golf season in full swing the boys go over the basics and advanced protocols when operating a motorized vehicle on the fairways. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Don't compound mistakes. Stick to your putting routine. No 6s on par 5s. We've all heard the best ways to course management success, but how do you actually do it? The fellas share their cerebral strategies. Before that, a brief recap of the 2024 Masters: Scottie wins (duh), Ludvig impresses and Captain Zach Johnson finds yet another way to embarrass himself. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is the Par-3 Contest fun? How cool are Green Jackets? Do so many amateurs belong in the field? It's Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated: Masters edition with Matchstick Golf Founder Dane Delgado. Excited updates are shared about the premier ball marker company in the game, before the gang makes their picks for the 2024 Masters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We've all been victims and victimized others on the golf course, but what is the appropriate way to react when you accident pipe one into another group? How mad should you be when the threesome behind you hits your cart with their tee shot? The fellas break down the do's and don'ts and also share their experiences with both sides of this tricky coin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're going fast! Nick is gaining speed and is letting you behind the curtain. He details the techniques that are already showing signs of success on the course. Plus, the fellas talk Happy Gilmore 2, which is apparently a go. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do you feel guilty ditching work or skipping your niece's birthday party in favor of the golf course? The boys chat about the pressure of playing when maybe you shouldn't be. Would you rather returns, discussing the best time of day to play. Finally, tee it high and let it fly: hitting houses (probably) isn't your fault. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Intimidated by the process of going in for a club fitting? Don't worry, anyone can do it! Joe emerges from his cave, embraces the 21st century, and details the process from start to finish. Including, how he broke his driver on the path to finding his perfect fit. Then, should a golfer be measured by the size of their divots? The fellas explore the social media phenomenon of celebrating enormous beaver pelts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick returns! And, Joe needs a new driver. The boys talk about where to begin such a crucial process. Sometimes when you play a good round you just want to play more golf, well friend, that's bonus. Finally, the dumbest thing you've ever done on the course, likely doesn't compete with the story on this week's show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Starting in 2024, Par 3 golf courses now count toward your handicap. How that happens is Director Handicapping and Course Rating with the Oregon Golf Association - Gretchen Yoder - spends the winter traversing the state to make sure courses that want to be rated, are rated. We also discuss the other changes to the World Handicapping System and how she deals with the abnormal when trying to create a level playing field. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Friend of the show Bryan Romey is back to discuss his U.S. Open aspirations, how he stays sharp in the winter, the balancing act of lower your handicap while improving your game and prioritizing practice with a family and age related physical limitations Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One of our favorite guests - Greg Monteforte of GolfThreadsBlog is back on the show make sure that even if you don't play good in 2024, you're going to look great! He shares stories from the recent PGA merchandise show, what trends are in this spring and the countless brands you're going to see adorning Tour Stars this year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Would you rather make an ace: alone, with Covid Cups, on a par-3 course or on a simulator? The boys deep dive into what counts and what doesn't, before Nick explains his big plans for 2024. Then, they dish on the results of their mental game test. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The long whispered rumors are in fact true, Nick DID venture to Orlando for the PGA Merchandise Show and dishes on the latest in speed gains, training aids and putter preferences. The boys also mediate on Anthony Kim's likely return to pro golf and if that moves the all important needle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joe is heading to Scotland this summer and explains how he plans to try and play The Old Course at St. Andrews. Nick gets fit for a putter and it really changed his perspective on the short game. Bernhard Langer is hanging it up at Augusta National and his record there is truly astonishing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick and Joe are back in action! They hit on a range of topics from golf media's disappearing middle class, to punching up on social media, why trophies are better than money for regular folks and golfers tendency to diminish their own accomplishments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy New Year! The fellas look at the year to come and settle on their golf goals. More birdies! More golf! More trophies! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What will Eldrick do this year? Will he set the all-time record for PGA Tour Wins? Will he contend in a major? Or, will he simply be an average golfer, clinging to his former greatness which he'll never be able to replicate again? The fellas discuss. Merry Christmas, you filthy animal! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Every podcast is doing their best of the year episode, but not us Sally. We're cleaning out the junk drawer and discussing all of things we punted on throughout the year. Are golf shoes good? Why does everyone look so damn long for tees? Does a hole-in-one count in a scramble? It's all on the Worst of the Year: 2023 edition! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You're about to hit your tee shots shorter... in 7 years. Jon Rahm says YES to half a billion clams and is bolting for LIV Golf. Everyone agrees that Tiger looks unusually jacked, but does it really matter if he's taking roids? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our dear friend Justin Smoot makes his triumphant return to the show live from Hawaii. As always, he brings his unique blend of expertise and wisdom to the program. Smoot also shares what might be his tallest task as a PGA Pro. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Unlike other shows, At The Turn keeps receipts. None of this speaking into a void with no follow-up! Nick and Joe set goals at the start of 2023 and they review whether or not they achieved them. Then, it's time to start the important work of figuring out how to have the most productive offseason possible. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gifts for your wife! Gifts for your uncle! Gifts for your crush that you finally have the courage to tell how you really feel! Nick shares gift ideas for every golfer in your life, for every category of gift. Before that, a troubling TGL update. Finally, a Mad Golfer Of The Week that helps Nick's quest for a new home track. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There's no honor among sandbaggers, but for vanity handicappers the fellas found some ways to game the system. There's also some big changes coming for 2024 and Nick walks us through those. Also, a PGA Tour member is our Mad Golfer of The Week on a Tiger designed track. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bombing your opening drive. A crispy bunker shot. Curling in that must make putt. What are the most satisfying shots in golf? The fellas hash it out with Dane Delgado, then discuss the latest and greatest with Matchstick Golf, and look out! The TGL is right around the corner. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wide open spaces, a green you can chip AND putt on, and a hole zero. The fellas build the perfect practice area. Also on the agenda are the insane greens fees at TPC Sawgrass, Tiger & Timberlake try to destroy the history of St. Andrews and the funniest Mad Golfer of the Week to date. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

OWGR has strained credulity over the past few years and as a response Jeff Bullock (with the help of some friends) decided to create The Universal Golf Rankings. He explains their method, the feedback they've received, and what their hopes are the future. It's one of our most interesting interviews to date! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Play it forward! Nick & Joe detail the results of playing from the red tees, what they learned and if it's something they'll continue to do. LIV Golf will NOT be receiving official world golf rankings points. And, the Mad Golfer of the Week is angry about the pace of play being too fast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What better way to celebrate episode number 200 than to reflect on the past and look ahead to Lexi Thompson playing on the PGA Tour. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Once again, the US of A embarrasses itself in Europe. Rory has his best Ryder Cup to date. Homa is the glue holding the USA together. Patty Ice going hatless leads to his caddy getting into a shouting match with all of Continental Europe. It was the 2023 Ryder Cup! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The time is here! Can the U.S. vanquish the European team after a thirty year road drought? The boys each lay out their three favorite storylines from the 2023 Ryder Cup. Joe is distraught after watching an IG video and playing from the red tees. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.