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The Cat is Back

The Grill Room's Bob Bubka chats with Lynx Golf's CEO Stephanie Zinser about the new SWITCH Face Technology in Lynx Golf's PROWLER VT Driver - The newest innovation in golf

Jan 25, 20195 min

The MAJOR of Golf Business

The Major of Golf Business is the PGA Merchandise Show - Co-hosts Bob Bubka and Jay Randolph Jr discuss all aspects. Feature interviews from the Show: Stephanie Zinser, Owner/CEO Lynx Golf and the Lil Pro, Eddie Merrins. Other topics: Adam Long's win in the Desert and a preview of the Farmers Insurance Open.

Jan 24, 201938 min

Kuchar wins The Sony Open

Matt Kuchar wins for the second time in the 2018-2019 season at the SONY Open. On the menu this week with Co-hosts Bob Bubka and Jay Randolph Jr: Sony Open, Desert Classic, Houston Open kick-off plus more news and views from around the world of golf.

Jan 17, 201938 min

Aloha!

The Sentry Tournament of Champions winner Xander Schauffele has won the first PGA TOUR tournament of 2019. Co-hosts Bob Bubka and Jay Randolph Jr discuss the TOC and The Grill Room's whole Hawaiian travel adventure including a preview of the Sony Open in Hawaii and an exclusive conversation with Sean Foley specifically featuring young Cameron Champ and his quick rise to the winner's circle.

Jan 10, 201939 min

The New Year Starts in Maui

It's an action-packed show to kick off 2019 from the Sentry Tournament of Champions. We take a look at the field, hear from Alex Miceli, have an in-depth conversation with well-known instructor Sean Foley currently mentoring Cameron Champ in addition to Justin Rose, Danny Willett and Kevin Chappell. We wrap up this week with a high five to TOC Title Sponsor, Sentry Insurance, for their dedication to the Maui Community.

Jan 4, 201947 min

2018 Majors in Review

Now that 2018 is in the books, co-hosts Bob Bubka and Jay Randolph Jr wrap up the year and take an in-depth look at the major championships.

Dec 18, 201838 min

Maui on the Horizon

As the year is winding down co-hosts Bob Bubka and Jay Randolph Jr look ahead to Maui, wrap up the QBE Shootout and preview the PNC Father-Son Challenge. Encore feature interviews with Pete Charleston from GolfLogix and David Feaser from PeakVision Sunglasses.

Dec 11, 201838 min

A True Legend

The Grill Room salutes former President George H.W. Bush in this week's show. Co-hosts Bob Bubka, Jay Randolph Jr. as well as Alex Miceli all share their personal experiences with "41"Feature Interview: Jeff Babineau, SKYiGOLF

Dec 4, 201839 min

Lefty Wins the Jackpot

Co-hosts Bob Bubka and Jay Randolph Jr take an in-depth look at the Tiger-Phil The MATCH - and please realize the opinions expressed are entirely their own. MorningRead.com's Alex Miceli also shares his opinions on the Tiger-Phil made for TV program. The feature interview is with Barny Adams who talks about his new invention, the Stability Putter Shaft. For more info visit breakthroughgolftech.com

Nov 27, 201839 min

Whirlwind Finish

What a finish to the season! Co-hosts Bob Bubka and Jay Randolph Jr discuss all aspects of the whirlwind victories by the "veteran players". Significant wins for Howell, Willett, and Thompson. In The News items include gambling on the PGA Tour and the Feature Interview is with Barney Adams talking about his new product, the Stability Putter Shaft. Visit breakthroughgolftech.com for more info.

Nov 20, 201838 min

Back in Time

Yes, The Grill Room took a page out of the history books this week. Matt Kuchar won in Mexico and Lee Westwood won in South Africa, both 40 yr olds and not a young player in site. Bernhard Langer at 61 years young, won the Charles Schwab Cup …again…and Vijay Singh closed with a 61 to win the Charles Schwab Cup Championship. Bob and Jay discuss it all and morningread.com's Alex Miceli adds his thoughts too. Feature interview: Suzy Whaley, President of the PGA of America.

Nov 14, 201838 min

Rose Back on Top

Bryson DeChambeau won his 5th PGA TOUR and is now 5th in the world golf rankings. Meanwhile, Justin Rose won the Turkish Airlines Open and returned to #1 in the world. Bob and Jay discuss it all. Next up is MorningRead.com's Alex Miceli and Bob questions Alex's recent article in morningread.com. In our GIVING BACK segment, Bob speaks to Corby Robertson Jr CEO Founder of The Spirit International on it's one-year-out date.

Nov 6, 201839 min

A Rookie Wins in Mississippi

More young, strong, 300-yard drivers of the golf ball with silky putting strokes are making waves on the PGA TOUR. While Xander Schauffele (2017 Rookie of the Year) was winning his first WGC event, Cameron Champ was winning in Mississippi in only his second event as a PGA TOUR card holder. After Xander and the newest Champ talk about their victories, Duane Bock explains the role of a professional caddie and morningread.com's Alex Miceli has various topics on his plate.

Oct 31, 201838 min

A New World #1

Brooks Koepka has continually proven himself in 2018 despite recovering from a wrist injury and now he's the new #1. In this episode of The Grill Room Koepka talks about his short journey to the top. MorningRead.com's Alex Miceli's topic this week is all about caddies. On the PGA TOUR Anything is Possible. The Grill Room introduces a new charity segment this week…first up, Len Mattiace talks about his First Tee involvement and his foundation's new program for Jacksonville schools: STOP the BULLYING

Oct 23, 201848 min

A Nice Guy Wins

Aussie Marc Leishman scores a big victory in Malaysia - Bob and Jay discuss all aspects of his win and the impact the wrap-around season has on Tour players. Using the GolfLogix Putt Breaks App is an easy way to have a green reading caddie on your team. Bob chats with the GolfLogix President, Pete Charleston, and discovers there's even a 30-day free trial. And finally, Alex Miceli from morningread.com and Bob discuss NBC Sports' Johnny Miller's decision to retire.

Oct 16, 201838 min

Europe Rules

Without question, the European Ryder Cup team are deserving winners of the RyderCup. They played with passion and precision and earned the victory as a team. Jay and Bob discuss and analyze it all. Then Alex Miceli tosses his insight into why the USA lost so convincingly, and last but not least, Bob has a long chat with the new CEO of the PGA of Amercia, Mr. Seth Waugh.

Oct 3, 201842 min

The Ryder Cup Preview

The Ryder Cup Golf's Greatest Event is just about to get underway but first The Grill Room congratulates Tiger Woods and Justin Rose on their TOUR Championship victories. Next is a Ryder Cup Preview talkSPORT's Rupert Bell along with Mike Bovill and Russell Hargreaves from talkSPORT2 followed by the Vertical Groove Hotline and morningread.com's Alex Miceli

Sep 27, 201839 min

The FedEx Cup Changes

The PGA TOUR made some big changes, added money to the already overflowing pot of gold, and will make it difficult for any player to pass on a chance to play a PGA TOUR event. Bob and Jay discuss all these new items that PGA TOUR Commissioner Jay Monahan introduced in the State of the TOUR message. Bob and Jay preview the Ryder Cup and Mark Rolfing gives his opinion on who will win and why as part of his Voices of the Game interview with Kelly Elbin

Sep 18, 201839 min

Big Win for Keegan

In The Grill Room this week: Keegan Bradley's win; Justin Rose becomes #1 in the world; Tiger's in the TOUR Championship; Xander almost makes it and Spieth misses TOUR Championship for the first time. Feature Interview with Sky Sports' Richard Kaufman who talks about his new podcast and Jimmy Roberts joins Kelly Elbin in Voices of the Game.

Sep 11, 201843 min

The Scientist Wins Again

Bryson DeChambeau is often jokingly called the "mad scientist" for his scientific and precise method of playing this game with single length clubs but, one thing is for sure, he is "doing it his way", and is now the hottest golfer on the TOUR...and he's made the US Ryder Cup Team. Bob and Jay discuss the Captains wildcard pics on both Team USA and Team Europe. Morningread.com's Alex Miceli offers his unique opinions and then TGR takes a look at the BMW Championship.

Sep 5, 201838 min

A Different Kind of Win

Bryson DeChambeau is definitely a different type of golfer and he admits his third wire-to-wire PGA Tour victory was different from the others as Bob and Jay recap The Northern Trust. Also on the menu: Dell Technologies Championship preview and the PGA of America names new CEO. Feature Interview: David Feaser, CEO, PeakVision Sunglasses.

Aug 29, 201839 min

Emotional Win for Snedeker

The PGA TOUR season has finally wrapped up and The PLAYOFFS are set to begin. Bob and Jay discuss and analyze all and congratulate Brandt Snedeker on his emotional win at the Wyndham Championship. Next is a preview look at the FedExCup PlayOffs including an explanation of how they work and how the spoils will go to the victors. Feature Interview: is it possible that the PGA TOUR and the PGA of America could join forces once again? Ted Bishop, 38th President of the PGA of America and Bob discuss the subject in a lengthy interview that poses some interesting questions.

Aug 21, 201841 min

Brilliant win for Koepka

Brooks Koepka is the current king of major championships with three majors out of the six attempted. It was an incredible victory under the pressure of quality players pushing him all the way including a hard-charging Tiger Woods. Bob and Jay discuss and analyze it all. Audio from Koepka and Tiger. On the Vertical Groove Hotline, MorningRead.com's Alex Miceli offers his opinion on a variety of subjects. In the Feature Interview, Bob catches up with Suzy Whaley, soon to be the first woman president of the PGA of America.

Aug 15, 201838 min

PGA Championship Preview

100th PGA Championship preview show with Bob Bubka and Jay Randolph Jr powered by Vertical Groove Golf.Guests include: Iain Carter, BBC Five Live provides the European aspect; Rees Jones, golf course architect who renovated Bellerive CC; Alex Miceli, MorningRead.com; Player audio: Tiger Woods, Jordan Spieth and Dustin Johnson

Aug 7, 201839 min

Dustin Johnson wins #19

Dustin Johnson won his 19th PGA TOUR event at the RBC Canadian Open. Bob and Jay recap the event, preview the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational and Jay offers unique insight into the upcoming PGA Championship in his hometown. MorningRead.com's Alex Miceli opinionates on Pete Bavaqua's move to NBC Sports, on the Senior British Open and on the possible Ryder Cup Captain's picks. In GROOVE UP! with Vertical Groove Golf Bob and Jay catch up on who played the Vertical Groove equipment at the Senior British Open.

Aug 1, 201839 min

Molinari is Champion Golfer of the Year

Fantastic win by Francisco Molinari! Bob and Jay analyze and discuss the Molinari win as well as the performances by other prominent players including Tiger, Spieth, McIlroy, and Rose. Rupert Bell joins in to add the European perspective and we close out this special edition with part of the Champion Golfer of the Year's winning press conference.

Jul 24, 201839 min

Open Championship Preview Show

The Open Championship is the place to be this week - Bob and Jay preview the Open followed by Bob and Rupert Bell, the TGR European correspondent. Audio from Tiger, Jordan Spieth, Justin Thomas, and Tommy Fleetwood. In the final segment, Kelly Elbin chats with John Feinstein in Voices of the Game. To hear the full interview, just go to GolfLifeNavigators.com and select Voices of the Game.

Jul 19, 201839 min

Kevin Na is Back

Congratulations Kevin Na and welcome back to the Winner's Circle. Bob and Jay put a wrap on the Greenbrier event, then preview the John Deere Classic, the US Senior Women's Championship and start the early preview of the Open Championship. In GROOVE UP! with Vertical Groove Golf there's a preview of the Constellation Senior PLAYERS Championship where Kenny Perry, John Daly, Rocco Mediate and other Vertical Groove players hope to be in contention.

Jul 10, 201838 min

Molinari Won the Race

Molinari put the pedal to the metal and never looked back. In this podcast, Bob and Jay discuss all aspects of Francisco Molinari's race to the winner's circle and Tiger's T4 finish. In GROOVE UP! with Vertical Groove Golf it's all things vertical…the US Senior Open, John Daly and Alex Miceli on the Vertical Groove Hotline. The Feature Interview is with the French former European Tour player, Thomas Levet.

Jul 3, 201838 min

Bubba Blisters Final Round

Hosts Bob Bubka and Jay Randolph Jr. wrap up the Travelers Championship then preview the Quicken Loans National, the KPMG Women's PGA Championship and the European Tour's HNA Open de France. In the GROOVE UP! with Vertical Groove Golf Bob and Jay preview the US Senior Open - Kenny Perry defending. The show wraps up with Bob Bubka chatting with the legendary sports radio host, Mad Dog Russo.

Jun 26, 201820 min

Koepka Retains National Title

Brooks Koepka retains his title as US Open Champion. The only threat ended up being England's Tommy Fleetwood. Bob and Jay analyze, wrap it up and discuss the whole Phil Mickelson situation. GROOVE UP! with Vertical Groove Golf talks Kenny Perry and the upcoming American Family Insurance Championship and announces the winner of a Vertical Groove Driver. In the Feature Interview, Bob chats with the Lil' Pro, Golf Legend, Eddie Merrins.

Jun 19, 201839 min

US Open Preview Show

It's National Championship time…it's the US Open. Bob and Jay preview the 118th US Open with help and audio from audio Tiger, Jordan Spieth, Patrick Reed, Dustin Johnson, and Phil Mickelson. In the Vertical Groove Hotline, Alex Miceli from morningread.com talks about Tiger's chances to win. WFAN's Ann Liguori shares her thoughts on this US Open and Greg Allen from RTE in Ireland handicaps the European's chances.

Jun 12, 201839 min

A Different Way to Play

Bryson DeChambeau won The Memorial Tournament using clubs that were all the same length…Bob and Jay Randolph Jr discuss it all. MorningRead.com's Alex Miceli tackles the new PGA TOUR partnership with Discovery on our Vertical Groove Hotline. Kelly Elbin in Voices of the Game chats with golf writer Dave Shedloski.

Jun 5, 201839 min

Rose Blooms in Texas

Englishman Justin Rose is back in the winner's circle in Ft Worth. Bob and Jay discuss Rose's timely victory, preview The Memorial, visit with Chris Reeves in GROOVE UP! with Vertical Groove Golf and review the KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship. On the Vertical Groove Hotline, morningread.com's Alex Miceli talks US Open possibilities followed by Bob's conversation with Charles Leon from The Ranch at Las Colinas.

May 30, 201839 min

Wise Man Wins

*Twenty-one-year-old Aaron Wise proved he had the wisdom and the game to win at AT&T Byron Nelson's new venue, Trinity Forest Golf Club. Bob and Jay discuss it all and Aaron describes his victory. *GROOVE UP! with Vertical Groove Golf - review of The Regions Tradition and preview of KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship.*In Vertical Groove Hotline with Alex Miceli talks Shinnecock*Feature Interviews: Peggy Nelson, wife of Lord Byron Nelson with Bob Bubka and Voices of the Game Kelly Elbin chats with ESPN's Bob Harig about Jack Nicklaus

May 23, 201839 min

Simpson Takes the Prize

Webb Simpson took home the trophy and the nearly $2million--he worked hard for the win and deserves the congratulations. Next topic: Gambling - how will it be received in the golf world. Bob and Jay discuss all aspects of the new law. MorningRead's Alex Miceli shares his thoughts on the Vertical Groove Hotline. A preview of AT&T Byron Nelson is next including an interview with Michelle Kinder, Executive Director of Momentus Institute and finally Steve Mona CEO of World Golf Foundation answers the question "Is the game growing?"

May 17, 201839 min

Day Back on Top

Jason Day is back on top after winning the Wells Fargo Championship for his second victory of the season. Bob and Jay wrap up the Wells Fargo then go deep into a preview of The PLAYERS including audio insights from Phil, Jordan, Justin, Patrick and Tiger. MorningRead.com's Alex Miceli shares his thoughts then Kenny Perry is featured in the GROOVE UP! with Vertical Groove Golf segment followed by Tom Rinaldi in Voices of the Game with Kelly Elbin.

May 9, 201843 min

Teamwork Wins in New Orleans

There were plenty of Gators at the TPC New Orleans and one of them even came out victorious. Even though Scott Piercy isn't a Gator, he was pleased to team with Billy Horschell for the win. Bob and Jay recap the Zurich Classic and preview the Wells Fargo Championship. IN GROOVE UP! with Vertical Groove Golf the Grill Room takes a look at the Insperity Invitational with John Daly defending. Morningread.com's Alex Miceli shares his insight into the Open Championship venue in Scotland. In Voices of The Game, a new feature in conjunction with Golf Life Navigators, a golf lifestyle company, host Kelly Elbin has some very interesting stories to tell about his background in the world of golf.

May 2, 201838 min

A Texan Wins in Texas

The cowboy boots went to Andrew Landry as he notched his first PGA TOUR victory at the Valero Texas Open. Bob and Jay recap the Texas Open and the PGA TOUR Champions Bass Pro Shops Legends of Golf then preview the Zurich Classic. In GROOVE UP! with Vertical Groove Golf, it's update time. Yes, the 3 woods are humming. It's all about money with Alex on the Vertical Groove Hotline and finally, in our Feature Interview, major winner Steve Elkington explains what's so secret about his platform, Secret Golf.

Apr 25, 201839 min

Another First Time Winner

The RBC Heritage is boasting a new Japanese star as their champion. Bob and Jay look back at the TOUR's newest winner then look forward to the Valero Texas Open before turning their attention to the Hot Topic…betting on golf. MorningRead.com's Alex Miceli adds his two cents worth courtesy of the Vertical Groove Hotline. In GROOVE UP! with Vertical Groove Golf we check in on the PGA TOUR Champions and welcome John Daly and Kenny Perry back. Feature Interview: Tom Watson with Jay Randolph Jr. as they take a look back at Watson's most memorable moments.

Apr 17, 201839 min

New Masters Champion

Congratulations to Patrick Reed, 2018 Masters Champion. Bob and Jay Randolph Jr discuss all aspects of The Masters. Audio from Reed, Tiger, Spieth, and Fowler. Alex Miceli offers his Masters opinions via the Vertical Groove Hotline and winners of the "Pick the Winner" contest are announced. GROOVE UP! with Vertical Groove Golf and a preview of the 50th playing of the RBC Heritage round out the show.

Apr 11, 201839 min

New Masters Champion

Patrick Reed, 2018 Masters Champion. Reed held on and withstood every challenge to win his first Green Jacket. Bob and Jay Randolph Jr discuss all aspects of the victory. Audio from Reed, Tiger, Fowler, and Spieth. The Vertical Groove hotline features morningread.com's Alex Miceli sharing his thoughts on The Masters. Pick the Winner contest winners announced, GROOVE UP with Vertical Groove Golf, and a preview of the 50th RBC Heritage round out this show.

Apr 11, 201839 min

A Masters Preview

Ian Poulter punches his ticket to Augusta and he talks about it; Alex Miceli from Morning Read gives his Master's preview thoughts on the Vertical Groove Hotline; two time Masters champion Ben Crenshaw talks about his 1995 win as Bob and Jay continue with their Masters Preview.

Apr 3, 201839 min

Bubba Golf Wins

Bubba Watson's golf vision and creativity shine through he wins the match play in Austin. Bubba talks about his win and Bob and Jay discuss all aspects of the Dell Technologies Match Play. Houston Open Tournament Director, Steve Timms talks about Hurricane Harvey recovery and this week's event. Vertical Groove Hotline features weekly comments from Alex Miceli and in the final segment, an exclusive interview with the excellent broadcaster, Jim Nantz.

Mar 28, 201839 min

Big Win for Rory

Winning the Arnold Palmer Invitational was a big win for Rory. Tiger's making good progress and still thrills the golf world. On the Vertical Groove Hotline, Morningread.com's Alex Miceli talks about the importance of player managers. Bob and Jay take a look at the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play and GROOVE UP! with Vertical Groove Golf rounds out the show.

Mar 21, 201839 min

Best of The Grill Room

As the Grill Room takes a little vacation, we present a "BestOf" edition. Golf Great, Tom Watson, sits in for a Q&A on what's going on with him and his new passion. John Daly joins Bob Bubka in GROOVE UP! with Vertical Groove Golf and then as the Arnold Palmer Invitational is next week, we hear The Grill Room Tribute to Arnold Palmer which includes thoughts from Nicklaus, Trevino, Player, Weiskoph, Crenshaw, Tiger, Doc Giffin and even some words from Arnold Palmer himself before he passed.

Mar 11, 201839 min

Phil is Back

Phil Mickelson wins in Mexico and is back in the conversation. After several years, his game is back to where he wants it. Bob and Jay Randolph Jr discuss it all. Hot Topic: How far is too far - should the golf ball be altered? Alex Miceli gives his opinion then Bob and Jay discuss. In the GROOVE UP! Feature, Vertical Groove Golf scores two more top-five finishes. Finally, TGR previews the Valspar Championship.

Mar 7, 201839 min

Jack, Tiger and Justin

Justin Thomas prevails in the Honda Classic playoff with Luke List. Jack Nicklaus talks to Bob and, yes, Tiger is back. Bob and guest co-host, Alex Miceli, discuss and analyze the Honda Classic. Alex explains his new venture, Morning Read, and the USGA's new playoff policy is discussed. In GROOVE UP! with Vertical Groove Golf Chris Reeves, the National Sales Manager for VGG, is the Feature Interview.

Feb 27, 201838 min

Bubba's Back

Bubba Watson's win puts him back on golf's radar screen. Bob and Jay analyze and discuss the Genesis Open and Bubba's win. A preview of the Honda Classic includes an interview with Padraig Harrington, Ryder Cup news, GROOVE UP! with Vertical Groove Golf, and Feature Interviews with ShotScope and Carr Golf round out the show.

Feb 21, 201839 min

Potter Outplayed the Best

Pebble Beach Golf Links must have inspired Ted Potter Jr. He outplayed the worlds best to win his second PGA TOUR event. Bob and Jay discuss all aspects of the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. Tiger is on the prowl again and The Grill Room previews the Genesis Open. Feature Interviews: The secret of Secret Golf and Mr. 59 Chip Beck talks about PitchFix. GROOVE UP! with Vertical Groove Golf rounds out the show.

Feb 14, 201839 min