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Ep 120XANDER JOINS THE SHOW | JUNE 29
After winning the Traveler’s Championship over the weekend, Xander Schauffele joins Matt and Eamon to talk about his post tournament reactions and how he’s preparing for the upcoming Open Championship. Golf Channel’s Rex Hoggard is onsite at the Irish Open this week. He catches up with the players as they react to the newly formed alliance between the PGA and the DP World Tour. Xander Schauffele (6:07) Jim Gallagher (51:43) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 119PGA TOUR & DP WORLD TOUR STRENGTHEN AND EXPAND ALLIANCE | JUNE 28
News broke announcing a 13-year operational joint venture partnership between the PGA Tour and the DP World Tour. Matt and Eamon catch up with Rex Hoggard on sight for the upcoming Irish Open. Padraig Harrington joins Golf Today to discuss his win at the U.S. Senior Open, the upcoming Open at St. Andrews, LIV Golf, and the futures of the PGA Tour and the DP World Tour. We look ahead to a much anticipated Open at St. Andrews. Padraig Harrington (16:18) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 118IN GEE'S WIN AT KPMG | JUNE 27
In Gee Chun goes toe to toe with Lexi Thompson at the KPMG Women's PGA Championship, and comes out on top. The major champion joins Matt and Eamon to describe the emotions and strategy behind this win. Matt and Eamon react to Lexi's collapse and discuss what this means going forward for her career. Beth Ann Nichols also joins to provide insight on In Gee's win, Lexi's heartbreak, and Minjee Lee's last two majors. At the Travelers, Xander Schauffele was able to hold on through the weekend taking home first place. After an underwhelming start to the season, the table decides where Xander stands among the top names on the PGA tour. In Gee Chun (19:19) Beth Ann Nichols (52:45) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 117IF THE SHOE FITZ | JUNE 20
Matt Fitzpatrick beats out Will Zalatoris at The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts to take home his first major championship. Damon and Jaime take a deeper dive into the monumental day. Nick Faldo joins the show to discuss Fitzpatrick's journey, winning his first major in 1987, and the LIV Golf series. Rex Hoggard also calls in to breakdown Fitzpatrick's win and another near miss by Zalatoris. Nick Faldo (32:51) Rex Hoggard (47:55) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 116DECHAMBEAU SIGNS WITH LIV | June 08
It's shaping up to be a busy week in the game of golf! The PGA TOUR is headed north of the border for the RBC Canadian Open, the LPGA is off to New Jersey for The SHOPRITE LPGA Classic, and Bryson DeChambeau is going to the LIV Golf Invitational Series. Damon and Eamon welcome on Rex Hoggard to break down the news and discuss what it means for the game. Paige Mackenzie joins from Merion Golf Club as well to preview the Curtis Cup, the bi-annual women's amateur team event that pits Team USA against Team GB & Ireland. In the ladies professional ranks, Kari Webb is gearing up to play in the SHOPRITE LPGA, which she won in 2013! The Australian legend comes on the show from the site of the tournament to discuss her mentorship of newly-minted U.S. Women's Open champion and fellow Aussie, Minjee Lee as well as how the Saudi influence has created a crisis of conscience in the Women's game. Kari Webb (52:20) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 115BUSY NEWS DAY | June 07
Huge news day in the game of golf! From rival tours to new major champions in the LPGA, join Damon Hack and Jaime Diaz to make sense of it all on Golf Today. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 114U.S. WOMEN'S OPEN WEEK! | May 31
It's that time of year again! Major season is in full swing on both the men's and women's tours as it's the LPGA's turn to crown another major champion this week at Pine Needles. Amy Rogers joins us from the golf course to update us on swing changes from world No. 1 Jin Young Ko, and the return of Nelly Korda. On the PGA Tour, Todd Lewis joins us from Muirfield Village where Jack Nicklaus addressed the media today about rival golf tours. Winners only on our guest list today too, Dutch Open champ Victor Perez and Senior PGA winner Steven Alker stop by to discuss their successes over the past weekend. Victor Perez (13:10) Steven Alker (49:35) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 113WALK DOWN MEMORY LANE | May 30
A memorable weekend past and a great week to come in the game of golf! Sam Burns caught fire down the stretch to win on the PGA TOUR on Sunday, and Thursday marks the beginning of the U.S. Women's Open! Damon and Eamon break down the weekend that was and the week that will be! Ron Sirak joins the show to share notes on the early round pairings at Pine Needles and Roger Maltbie stops by to preview the Memorial Tournament on the PGA TOUR. Ron Sirak (9:23) Roger Maltbie (35:46) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 112ONE SHINING MOMENT | May 25
It's the day we've all been waiting for... Championship Wednesday! Our Golf Today crew is joined by our reporters in Arizona reporting on the national championship match between Stanford and Oregon Women's Golf. We take a look at our finalists and welcome in Rex Hoggard to get us up to date on the state of the field at Colonial before the PGA TOUR gets underway again at the Schwab Challenge. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 111BACK IN TEXAS | May 24
The PGA TOUR returns to the Lone Star State for the Charles Schwab Challenge and we're on it! Damon and Eamon touch base with reporter Rex Hoggard on course conditions and the adjustments the pros have to make to their games a week removed from a tough major championship at Southern Hills. The U.S. Women's Open is a week away, so the guys take a look ahead at a stacked field at Pine Needles, and the potential return of World No. 2 Nelly Korda. Last week, aspiring tour pro James Nicholas went viral when he nearly missed his tee time on the Korn Ferry tour. This week, Nicholas comes on the show to discuss his surprise start, and the challenges he and other pros face on their way to the PGA TOUR. And the good times keep rolling for the Thomas family! Two days removed from JT's historic win at the PGA Championship, his father, and coach, Mike Thomas joins the program. He shares what his son's second major championship means to him, and their proud family lineage of PGA Professionals. James Nicholas (9:31) Mike Thomas (23:45) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 110THE COMEBACK KID | May 23
After 5 long years, Justin Thomas raises the Wannamaker Trophy again. Anna and Damon recap the week at Southern Hills and Thomas' record breaking final round comeback. Reporter Todd Lewis also sits down with JT to discuss the win, Jim 'Bones' Mackay impact, and what this victory means for his career. Rex Hoggard (57:18) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 109PGA TOUR DENIES WAIVERS | May 11
The line in the sand has been drawn. The PGA and DP WORLD TOURS have announced that they have denied waivers for players to compete in the first event of the LIV Golf Invitational Series. Damon Hack and Eamon Lynch break down what you need to know and what we can expect to happen next. Good luck making our guest list by the way... Elite company only! LPGA Legends Jin Young Ko and Nancy Lopez join the show, along with Oklahoma Men's Golf star Chris Gotterup. Jin Young Ko (20:02) Nancy Lopez (52:41) Chris Gotterup (59:56 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 108LEFTY'S LEGACY | May 10
Phil Mickelson turned the golf world upside-down with comments he made to author Alan Shipnuck as he worked on his upcoming biography of the golf legend. In this episode, Shipnuck joins Damon & Eamon to preview the book before it's released next week, and what the last couple of months could mean for lefty's legacy. Also, Southern Hills PGA Professional Casey Cozby got to live every golf fan's dream several weeks ago caddying for Tiger Woods during his practice round at the site of the upcoming PGA Championship. Cozby stops by the program today to talk about the experience and what he expects from the big cat in the season's second major championship. Season three of the "Conor Moore Show" starts today on GOLFPASS, so the eponymous , world-renowned comedian stops by to give us a preview and one of his iconic impressions. And with the Byron Nelson starting on Thursday, Sports Illustrated's Peter Kaufman lends his expertise to a look at the historical significance of the event. Alan Shipnuck (38:50) Casey Cozby (26:29) Conor Moore (20:38) Peter Kaufman (57:46) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 107MAD MAX | May 09
Max Homa is your 2022 Wells Fargo Champion for the second time! Hear what Homa had to say after his 4th PGA Tour win. ShopRite LPGA Classic defending champion, Céline Boutier joins the show to chat with Damon and Eamon about the upcoming week and reflects on her 2021 European Solheim Cup experience. Some important dates are coming up for the LIV Invitational Series as well as the PGA Tour schedule. The guys weigh in on the importance of these upcoming tournaments. Writer, Shane Ryan, also joins the show to talk about his new book “The Cup They Couldn’t Lose: America, the Ryder Cup, and the Long Road to Whistling Straits.” He dives into the Bryson and Brooks situation, Steve Stricker's captaincy and Patrick Reed's complicated Ryder Cup history. CELINE BOUTIER (24:33) SHANE RYAN (49:19) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 106RORY HEADLINES | MAY 04
Rory McIlory is back for his first start since The Masters and today he met with our own Rex Hoggard. Matt Thurmond, Head Coach of the Arizona States Men’s Golf Team chats with Damon and Eamon ahead of the NCAA Men’s Regional Selection Show. Billy Horschel joins the show as his event: The Billy Horschel APGA Tour Invitational presented by Cisco begins today through Friday. Baseball is underway! See who Eamon and Damon pick as their “closer” and “biggest curveball” this season. Matt Thurmond: 19:56 Billy Horschel: 32:59 Jay Revell: 58:23 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 105HAPPY BIRTHDAY BROOKS! | MAY 03
The PGA TOUR heads to Maryland this week for the Wells Fargo Championship. Rex Hoggard brings us all of the insider information from TPC Potomac. The Huntsville Championship winner, Harrison Endycott joins the program after his first professional victory on the Korn Ferry Tour! The Insperity Invitational winner, Steven Alker and Wells Fargo sponsor exemption, Brandon Matthews join the program. We also take a look back at Brooks Koepka’s year as he turns another year older today. Happy 32nd birthday, Brooksie! REX HOGGARD 2:31 BRANDT SNEDEKER 14:27 HARRISON ENDYCOTT 28:55 STEVEN ALKER 58:15 BRANDON MATTHEWS 01:06:52 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 104¡JON RAHM CAMPEÓN! | May 02
How's your Spanish? Jon Rahm was on such a roll this week you probably don't need to speak it all that well to know what our episode title means! The Spaniard takes home his seventh PGA TOUR win in Vallarta, so Damon and Eamon put it in perspective. On the LPGA Tour, Marina Alex won for the first time in ten years at Palos Verdes! Beth Ann Nichols stops by the program to chat about her potentially career-changing win and other storylines on the ladies professional circuit. Over in England the DP WORLD TOUR is gearing up for the BETFRED British Masters, hosted by Danny Willett! The 2016 Masters Champion joins the program to discuss his top-15 finish at Augusta this year, and the challenges he's faced since his signature win. Beth Ann Nichols (14:39) Danny Willett (52:49) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 103TIGER'S IN TULSA! | Apr. 28
The golf world is roaring today! After Tiger Woods' private jet was seen in Tulsa, OK, the site of the upcoming PGA Championship, Todd Lewis confirmed that the big cat was in town scouting out Southern Hills before potentially playing! Damon and Eamon discuss what Tiger's impact could be on the field and what to expect after his showing at the Masters. Brentley Romine joins the program as well to discuss all things college golf, both wrapping up the news from Women's NCAA Selection day on Wednesday and looking ahead to selection day on the Men's side too. Guests galore might we add! Former Open Champions Mark Calcavecchia and Ernie Els also stop by to catch up with the guys on what they're up to these days, and if their futures include the 150th Open Championship at St. Andrews. Brentley Romine (22:40) Mark Calcavecchia (28:12) Ernie Els (40:45) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 102¡BIENVENIDOS A MÉXICO! | Apr. 27
The PGA TOUR heads south of the border this week for the Mexico Open at Vidanta! Todd Lewis chimes in from the golf course to get us up to speed before golf gets underway there tomorrow. We have a "Past Champ Chat" with defending Insperity Invitational winner, and 2003 Masters champion, Mike Weir as he gets ready to defend his title on the PGA TOUR CHAMPIONS TOUR. At age 68, Jay Haas is a CHAMPS tour veteran but seemed like a spring chicken when he made the cut at the Zurich Classic last week! Haas joins the program to discuss his record-breaking win and what the future holds. Lastly, it's selection day for the NCAA Women's Golf Championships so Arizona State's head coach Missy Farr-Kaye stops by to discuss what championship season could look like for her Sun Devils squad. Mike Weir: 12:13 Missy Farr-Kaye: 40:18 Jay Haas: 55:00 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 101PHIL NEWS | Apr. 26
Phil Mickelson has requested a release to play in the LIV Golf Invitational Series. Damon and Eamon react to the breaking news and dive into the events that have led to this point. Jon Rahm lost his World Number 1 ranking on March 27th and has missed a few cuts recently. The guys discuss whether Rahm has underperformed and how to define a successful season on the PGA Tour. The Mexico Open becomes an official event on the PGA Tour for the first time this week. Last year Alvaro Ortiz won the title when it was a PGA Tour Latinoamérica event -- now he's defending against some of the best players in the world. He joins the show to talk about his game and the special event. PATTY TAVATANAKIT: 28:00 ALVARO ORTIZ: 47:42 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 100THE DYNAMIC DUO | Apr. 25
Patrick Cantlay and Xander Schauffele are thee dynamic duo. The 2019 Presidents Cup & 2021 Ryder Cup teammates took home the belt this weekend at The Zurich Classic for their first wins in 2022. Nasa Hataoka is in the winner’s circle again with her 6th LPGA victory taking place at the DIO Implant LA Open. The road to Brookline begins as U.S. Open Qualifying kicked off today in the U.S. and Canada ahead of the 2022 U.S. Open. Damon and Eamon discuss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 99PARTNER UP | Apr. 21
Round One of the Zurich Classic is underway and some big names are in the mix. Matt and Eamon dive into the successful partnership of Patrick Cantlay and Xander Schauffele as both players look to get their games back on track. Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson have combined for 127 PGA Tour Victories, 21 Majors, and one disastrous Ryder Cup partnership. Were they rivals? Were they friends? Either way, they have arguably the most compelling relationship in golf history. Writer Bob Harig joins the show to discuss this relationship and his new book, Tiger & Phil: Golf’s Most Fascinating Rivalry. Lastly, NFL placekicker Robbie Gould drops in ahead of his pro-am appearance at the ClubCorp Classic. Gould talks about fun times at the event and breaks down the parallels between golf and football. Bob Harig (23:51) Robbie Gould (45:12) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 98TAKE YOUR BEST GUEST | Apr. 20
No shortage of star-power in this edition of Golf Today! Three-time major champion Jordan Spieth joins the program fresh off his 13th PGA TOUR win at the RBC Heritage, and newly-minted Masters champ Scottie Scheffler takes a break from prep at the Zurich New Orleans Classic to come on. Matt Adams and Eamon Lynch talk to both superstars about the current states of their games, and what they expect of themselves as Major Championship season kicks into high gear. The LPGA comes back to the continental U.S. this week for the DIO Implant LA Open, so Paige Mackenzie comes along to take a look at the betting odds and other storylines. Wrapping up with the college game, Oklahoma Men's golfer Logan McAllister joins us as his Sooners get ready for championship season to talk about his hopes for the spring and beyond. Jordan Spieth:5:14 Scottie Scheffler:35:10 Logan McAllister: 45:10 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 97SCHEFFLER RETURNS TO ACTION | Oct. 19
The Master's Champion is back in action! After taking a week off to smell the roses, Scottie Scheffler gets a whiff of some good Cajun cooking down in Louisiana ahead of the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. Rich and Eamon welcome in Rex Hoggard to take a look at the field and discuss the news of PGA TOUR pro Robert Garrigus requesting a release to play in an event hosted by a rival golf league. The assistant captains have been announced for the International Team in the President's Cup, so captain Trevor Immelman joins the program to discuss his picks and other prep underway for their showdown with team USA this fall. Keeping with the international theme, rosters have been released for the upcoming Arnold Palmer Cup in Geneva, Switzerland! Team USA selections include Wake Forest star Rachel Kuehn and Texas A&M standout Sam Bennett, who both join the show to discuss their promising careers and what it means to represent Arnie's legacy overseas. Trevor Immelman (15:09) Palmer Cup Invitees (26:15) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 96SPIETH TAKES THE PLAID JACKET | Apr. 18
A week after missing the cut at The Masters for the first time, Jordan Spieth wins a... "different" kind of jacket at the RBC Heritage. Whether or not that much plaid is Speith's style, Rich Lerner and Eamon Lynch agree that thirteen career wins look good on the 29 year-old! They welcome in Jaime Diaz to discuss where the young Texan's potential career trajectory. The PGA Professional Championship is on this week so PGA Pro Bob Ford joins us as he prepares to anchor our coverage of America's best teaching pros duke it out for a spot in the PGA Championship. After a big win for Hyoo Joo Kim at the Lotte Championship last weekend, Golf Digest's Beth Ann Nichols stops by to discuss that and look forward the Dio Implant LA Open this week. Bob Ford (21:58) Beth Ann Nichols (26:23) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 95WHO NEEDS A CLEAN SLATE? | Apr. 15
Happy national rubber eraser day! Damon and George mark the occasion by talking about which golfers would like to erase their 2022 seasons so far and start from scratch. Fresh off a win at the Western Intercollegiate, University of Texas Head Men's Golf Coach John Fields stops by! The two-time national coach of the year talks about the state of the program heading into championship season and Texas Alumnus Scottie Scheffler's big win at the Masters. Back on the PGA TOUR, The RBC Heritage is reaching the halfway point. So, the guys evaluate how the field is looking, the weather conditions, and what competitors will have to do to keep their names in the mix this weekend. Also, the American team for the Curtis Cup has been finalized! Decorated collegiate golfer and Golf Channel contributor Emilia Miglicaccio has made the american team for the second time in her career and joins the guys to discuss what makes the competition so special. John Fields (11:54) Emilia Migliaccio (53:24) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 94COOL CATS IN BUCKET HATS | Apr. 14
What golfer doesn't have a favorite hat? 2022 Augusta National Women's Amateur Anna Davis sure does, it just turns out she goes for the bucket hat rather than your more conventional cap. She joins the show to share about the headwear choice that set twitter ablaze, and golf game that will burn up golf courses across the world for years to come. The RBC Heritage gets underway today too! Kira K. Dixon joins with reports from Hilton Head as the first groups start heading back to the clubhouse. Lastly, it's the 20th anniversary of Tiger Woods' third masters win! Damon and George put that tremendous feat in perspective and discuss their favorite Masters memories of the big cat. Anna Davis (6:47) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 93BRYSON OPTS FOR SURGERY | Apr. 13
Big news out of Bryson DeChambeau's camp today. The former U.S. Open Champion has chosen to have his injured left hand surgically repaired after an injury-riddled start to 2022. Damon Hack and the team discuss what this means for Bryson's season as he'll need time to recuperate right as major championship season is around the corner. Damon, Jaime Diaz and Paige Mackenzie also discuss Justin Thomas' season so far and ask the big question surrounding the PGA TOUR superstar: "has the spotlight begun to take the shine off of his golf game?" Lastly, with the RBC Heritage beginning tomorrow, Kira K. Dixon chimes in from the golf course to get us up to speed with the state of the field before competition begins on Thursday. Rex Hoggard: 36:38 Jennifer Kupcho: 1:01:09 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 92REMEMBERING SHIRLEY SPORK | Apr. 12
It's a sad day in the game of golf, LPGA founding member Shirley Spork has passed away at 94. Shane and Damon welcome in golf writer Ron Sirak to discuss her pioneering legacy and reflect upon her remarkable life. The RBC Heritage begins this week as well, so Kira K. Dixon chimes in from the golf course with an update of how players are settling in post-Masters. One player trying to make a splash this week is Morgan Hoffmann, who makes his triumphant return to the tour after a two-year hiatus to battle muscular dystrophy. Lastly, actor Eric Close stops by the program to promote his new movie "The Mulligan," based on the popular book by Wally Armstrong and Ken Blanchard. Kira K. Dixon: 3:05 Morgan Hoffmann: 14:38 Ron Sirak:36:38 Eric Close: 55:30 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 91SENSATIONAL SCOTTIE | Apr. 11
Yesterday Scottie Scheffler was crowned a Master's champion. Today Damon and Jaime break down the win and the man who pulled off this incredible feat. Scottie's caddie, Ted Scott, also joins the show to talk about navigating a tough Augusta National as well as the four wins since the start of their professional partnership. Lastly, Notah Begay III stops by to break down Tiger's big return. NOTAH BEGAY III (36:09) TED SCOTT (45:03) SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER INTERVIEW WITH TODD LEWIS (55:48) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 90GEORGIA ON OUR MINDS | Mar. 30
The Augusta National Women's Amateur is underway! Steve Burkowski anchors our coverage from Champion's Retreat and welcomes special guest Ingrid Lindblad to the program to discuss her first round play at ANWA. Over on the west coast, the Chevron Championship starts on Thursday! Amy Rogers walks the course there and brings us all the latest stories heading into round one. Ingrid Lindblad (42:49) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 89FINAL LEAP INTO POPPY'S POND | MAR. 29
After 50 years, the final playing of The Chevron Championship at Mission Hills Country Club gets underway. Amy Rogers joins the show to talk about the bittersweet goodbye and the special traditions that meant so much to the players. Defending champion, Patty Tavatanakit, stops by to discuss her rise from UCLA, to major champion, to rookie off the year and her plans to go back-to-back this week at The Chevron Championship. Also, Damon and Eamon dive into the Augusta National Women's Amateur tournament to give you interviews, analysis and insight into year three of this special event. The Valero Texas Open also starts this week. Damon and Eamon check in on the players who are looking to find form and momentum heading into the Masters. Speaking of The Masters…Tiger Woods is reportedly playing a practice round. But will he try to play in the actual tournament? The guys discuss. Mollie Marcoux Samaan (19:07) Patty Tavatanakit (51:14) Emilia Migliaccio (1:06:40) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 88THERE'S A NEW SHERIFF IN TOWN | MAR. 28
Move over Jon Rahm, Scottie Scheffler is the new world number one! Damon and Eamon react to his third win of the season and are joined by his caddie Ted Scott to discuss meteoric rise to the top. Not to mention it's Chevron Championship week! Karen Stupples joins the program to start getting us ready for the first women's major. The Augusta National Women's Amateur Championship starts this week, so amateur golfer Amari Avery stops by to talk about what she's looking forward to about her second trip to Augusta for a shot at the trophy. Ted Scott(5:45) Karen Stupples (38:28) Amari Avery (48:50) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 87MATCH PLAY ALL DAY | Mar. 23
The Dell Technologies Match Play is underway! Todd Lewis joins Damon and Eamon throughout the program to bring insight from the golf course on day one. The JTBC Classic gets going tomorrow too, so Paige Mackenzie comes by to keep getting us ready for the beginning of the west coast swing. Ukrainian junior golfer Misha Golod also joins the show to share how he needed to leave his war-torn country to stay safe and pursue his pro golf dreams. Misha Golod (42:32) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 86NO MASTERS FOR PHIL | Mar. 22
It's official, Phil Mickelson will not play in The Masters for the first time since 1994. Damon and Eamon react to the shocking news and discuss just how much farther the ripple effect from Phil's Saudi comments can go. The WGC Dell Technologies Match Play is only a day away, so Todd Lewis joins us from the golf course in Austin for on-site updates. PGA TOUR pro Joel Dahmen also stops by the program to celebrate the anniversary of his maiden win at Puntacana last season. The LPGA begins it's west coast swing this week, so Paige Mackenzie gives us a primer for the week and picks her winner. And after a devastating fire destroyed the clubhouse at Oakland Hills CC in February, Club President Rick Palmer comes on the show to share the club's plans to rebuild and return to hosting prestigious USGA events. Joel Dahmen (19:24) Rick Palmer (29:24) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 84BURNS BABY BURNS! | Mar. 21
Sam Burns goes back to back! Shane and Damon discuss the ascendant PGA TOUR star and his successful defense of the Valspar Championship. Todd Lewis joins the program from Austin, Texas at the site of the 2022 Dell Technologies Match Play too! He'll get us ready for the action there, starting Tuesday. PGA TOUR veteran Kevin Kisner thrives in the match play format, so he stops by to talk about what makes him so comfortable playing in it. The LPGA is gearing up again too, so Golfweek senior writer Beth Ann Nichols to help us brush up on all the big storylines before the Kia Classic. Todd Lewis (4:58) Kevin Kisner (38:45) Beth Ann Nichols (54:55) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 83CONVERSATION WITH THE COMMISSIONER | Mar. 17
Damon Hack's much-anticipated interview with PGA TOUR commissioner Jay Monahan debuts today. Tune in to hear their conversation about where the game stands in regards to inclusivity, and more on the Tour's plan to make Golf a more diverse game. The Valspar Championship gets underway today too at Innisbrook, so our hosts welcome in NBC Golf Course Reporter John Wood as well as sponsor-exempt player Cooper Dossey. Cooper Dossey (11:32) John Wood (11:40) Jay Monahan (20:10) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 82THE ARTIST KNOWN AS J.T. | Mar. 16
Name a PGA TOUR player more artful with his shots than Justin Thomas, go ahead, we'll wait... Shane and Damon take a look at JT's season so far and relive some of the most incredible shots of his young career. News comes in from multiple tours today as well. Representatives from the USGA and R&A join the program to discuss rule changes that the governing bodies of the sport are considering; while the Super Golf League reveals its 2022 schedule and the monster payout for it's first event. Lastly, on the eve of the Valspar Championship, former champion Retief Goosen stops by to relive some of his favorite memories at the tournament. USGA + R&A Representatives: 11:30 Retief Goosen: 57:11 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 81YES YOU CAM! | Mar. 15
It was a nail-biter until the end but Cam Smith is your 2022 players champion! Shane and Damon discuss Smith's biggest win to date and meteoric ascension to 6th in the Official World Golf Ranking. Big Ryder Cup news was made official today as well. Henrik Stenson has been selected to captain Team Europe in 2023! The "Iceman" joins the show share details about his plans to take back the Ryder Cup in Italy next year. Henrik Stenson: 12:54 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 80BAY HILL BEAUTIES | Mar. 02
On the eve of the 57TH Arnold Palmer Invitational, we look back on historic moments through the years, including Tiger Woods’ domination at Bay Hill Club & Lodge. We also hear from 2018 winner, Rory McIlroy and the 2020 winner, Tyrrell Hatton joins the show. We also look back at former World No. 1, Inbee Park’s career; plus, she meets the media from the HSBC Women’s World Championship. Peter Jacobsen joins the program & tells us his favorite memories from Bay Hill and his lasting friendship with Arnold Palmer. Plus, we look ahead to the final leg of the “Florida Swing” beginning next week at the Players Championship! Tyrrell Hatton (16:49) Peter Jacobsen (35:52) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 79THE JIN YOUNG KO FILES | Mar. 1
With four first-time PGA Tour winners already in 2022, Shane and Damon discuss when we will see the game's biggest stars reclaim the winner's circle. Macey Russell, founder of the Lee Elder Internship, joins the show to talk about the amazing impact of the internship as well as his friendship with the legendary, Mr. Elder. David Feherty also stops by to break down the upcoming week at Bay Hill and tell the story of the first time he met Arnold Palmer. Lastly, with the LPGA Tour back in swing, Shane and Damon dive into the Jin Young Ko Files to break down Ko's five wins in 2021 and what to expect in 2022. Macey Russell (16:57) David Feherty (46:52) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 77NEW CAPTAIN IN TOWN | Feb. 28
We have a new captain in town for Team USA! Zach Johnson, 5-time United States Ryder Cup team member, has officially been named the U.S. Captain for the 2023 Ryder Cup in Rome, Italy. He joins Shane and Damon for an interview on how he plans to retain the cup, even on European soil. He also reflects on his time playing for Team USA and how filling multiple roles has prepared him for his captaincy. He said, “it’s my favorite thing I’ve been associated with as a professional.” Also, Sepp Straka took home the trophy at the Honda Classic, finishing in dramatic fashion as a rainstorm blew in on the last two holes. The guys break down Straka's first PGA Tour victory. Zach Johnson (39:45) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 76Happy Birthday Hideki | Feb. 25
With The Honda Classic one round down, Shane and Eamon recap early play including the surprising start by 289th player in the world, Kurt Kitayama. The guys dive into Kitayama's background and discuss how the first year PGA Tour pro is outperforming his season statistics. Today is Hideki Matsuyama's birthday and it's the perfect time to examine where Hideki ranks among the stars in the game. Is the 2021 Master's winner still underrated? Roger Maltbie, one of the great voices in golf, returns this week to call The Honda Classic. Roger joins the show to talk about the challenges of PGA National and the time he spoke a little too loudly behind Tiger Woods. Roger Maltbie: 20:59 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 75THE HONDA CLASSIC GETS IN GEAR | Feb. 24
Watch out for the Bear Trap! The golf is underway at PGA National for the Honda Classic. Shane and Eamon break down the field and get live reports from George Savaricas at the Golf Course. Veteran golf writer Larry Dorman, recipient of the 2022 Tim Rosaforte Distinguished Writers Award, also stops by to discuss what the award means to him and the legacy of his friend Tim. Last week's winner on the Korn Ferry Tour Byeong Hun An joins the show to talk about his big win, fatherhood and everything in between. Larry Dorman: 10:53 Byeong Hun An: 18:49 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 74THE PHIL MICKELSON CONTROVERSY | Feb. 23
Phil Mickelson's words and actions over the past few months have him mired in controversy. Rich Lerner and Eamon Lynch dissect Mickelson's lengthy statement while George Savaricas gathers reactions from PGA TOUR pros on the ground preparing for the Honda Classic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 73JOAQUIN THE DREAM! | Feb. 22
Win a golf tournament wire-to-wire AND get a trophy from Tiger Woods?! Joaquinn Niemann is clearly killing it, how could we not ask him to be on Golf Today? Plenty more guests too as 2022 Bob Jones Award recipient Juli Inkster as well as 2004 Honda Classic Champion Todd Hamilton join the program. Plus, with the Honda Classic approaching, we test how much Shane and Eamon know about the legendary "Bear Trap" at PGA National. Joaquinn Niemann: 45:18 Juli Inkster: 32:50 Todd Hamilton: 1:03:08 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 72ANNIKA ON THE SHOW! | Feb. 21
Need we say more? The only LPGA player to ever break 60 in an official round is on the show today! Annika Sorenstam talks about her surprise entry into the U.S. Women's Open this summer and her decision to headline the Senior LPGA Championship too. Shane and Eamon also break down the weekend that was at Riviera and what winning the Genesis Invitational means for Joaquin Niemann's career. Annika Sorenstam: 43:32 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 71GENESIS BEGINS | Feb. 17
The golf world is abuzz as Tiger Woods returns to the PGA TOUR as a non-playing host at the Genesis Invitational! Damon & Eamon discuss the 82-time winner's journey back to competition. Meanwhile disaster has struck Oakland Hills C.C. in Bloomfield, Michigan; a fire has decimated their historic clubhouse. Carlos Monarrez of the Detroit Free Press joins the show to discuss the latest on the situation. Carlos Monarrez: 34:34 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 70CALIFORNIA HERE WE COME | Feb. 16
It's the eve of the Genesis Invitational and guests galore on Golf Today! Damon and Eamon speak to former USC Long Snapper Jake Olson about he's achieved so much in sports, including golf, despite losing his eyesight as a teenager. Longtime club pro Rob Lebritz has a new lease on his career too! Lebritz speaks to the guys on how excited he is to debut on the PGA TOUR CHAMPIONS after his emotional win at Q-School last season. Not to mention, Oklahoma State standout Eugenio Chacarra pops into the show to discuss his goals for his senior season. Jacob Olson: 23:27 Rob Lebritz: 52:50 Eugenio Chacarra: 44:03 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 69CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' | Feb. 15
The California swing continues in one of the state's most iconic golf courses! Last week's winner Scottie Scheffler joins us from Riviera Country Club to discuss his first PGA TOUR win and his strategy for the Genesis Invitational. Kira K. Dixon chimes in too with live reports on the golf course as the players tune up their game for Thursday. Scottie Scheffler: 26:01 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.