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Golf course architect Brett Hochstein joins today's show to discuss his story about the life and career of Jack Fleming, one of the most prominent golf course architects in Northern California history. Jack Fleming designed more than 30 golf courses in Northern California throughout the 20th century, worked with the famed Dr. Alister MacKenzie, yet is relatively unknown in the world of golf course design. Host: Kyle Surlow Guest: Brett Hochstein on Twitter & Instagram Donate $5 to Golf Guide's COVID Relief Fund and receive a copy of Volume 23 of Pacific Coast Golf Guide magazine by mail. Music provided by the great and powerful broiler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friends Kyle and Andy break down one of their favorite matches from the Shell's Wonderful of Golf catalog, Jack Nicklaus versus Tom Watson at Pebble Beach Golf Links. The guys discuss what they liked most about the broadcast, what's aged the best and worst, their new idol Dave Marr, plus much more. Hosts: Kyle Surlow, Andy Fertig This episode is presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide. Donate $5 here to get a copy of the new magazine in the mail and help save one of the Bay Area's most beloved golf courses. Thanks to Hyno Designs for posting this match on YouTube and a big thanks to The Rewatchables podcast for providing the inspiration for this project. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack discuss how amateurs struggle mentally on the golf course and why professional athletes think about sports differently. The guys also talk about Kyle's recent round of golf during the coronavirus pandemic, Jess paying a homeless guy for directions to the golf course, and what is considered a 'fair' golf course. Kyle and Jess also spend some time discussing the new fall PGA Tour schedule and the events that were rescheduled for June, July and August, along with much more. This episode is presented by Volume 23 of Pacific Coast Golf Guide To get a copy of Pacific Coast Golf Guide delivered to you, donate $5 here to help our friends at Gleneagles Golf Course and the Bandon Caddie Relief Fund and we'll send you the new magazine in the mail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this mini-episode, host Kyle Surlow shares his thoughts on what it means that golf's governing bodies have officially moved three of golf's four major championships to the last few months of 2020. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Show intro music provided by broiler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack discuss what moving this year's major championships to the autumn would mean for professional golf and how it will impact viewership. Then the guys discuss why GolfNow is tough on golf courses and how they're affected by the Coronavirus, then finally they rank the best golf courses they've played in Northern California. Hosts: Kyle Surlow, Jess Stimack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we're joined by John Berry, golf course general manager, journalist and high school golf coach to discuss how golf has shaped his life, learning the game at historic Beverly Country Club in Chicago, the state of golf in 2020, and what the golf scene looks like in Lake County going forward with several new developments in the works. Host: Kyle Surlow Guest: John Berry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack discuss the Coronavirus and it's impact on the world of golf, the PGA Tour's new TV deal and how that affects the Premier Golf League's plans, PGA Tour University and it's impact on collegiate golf, plus tales from the clubhouse and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part 2 of our conversation with Danny Haselroth regarding all things club fitting and equipment. Danny is a former master club fitter and golf instructor, and now serves as a Product Knowledge Specialist for one of the leading golf apparel companies in the U.S. Host: Kyle Surlow Guest: Danny Haselroth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the first episode of the new Highly Technical Golf Talk series, we talk to our friend Danny Haselroth about all things club fitting and equipment. Danny was formerly a master club fitter and golf instructor, and now serves as a Product Knowledge Specialist for one of the leading golf apparel companies in the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Introducing Highly Technical Golf Talk - A interview-based talk show on the Guide Guide Podcast feed, that features long form, evergreen interviews with different personalities within the world of golf. HTGT will be released in addition to regular episodes of The Golf Guide Podcast. Hosted by Kyle Surlow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An update on the status of the Premier Golf League and how it's impacting professional golf, then shares some thoughts on Peter Kostis' interview on No Laying Up, how golf may improve life longevity according to some doctors, and finally discusses his experience attending his first PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, Florida. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Host: Kyle Surlow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack talk about the new proposed Premier Golf League and its ramifications on the PGA Tour, the newly released distance report from the USGA and R&A, and they preview this weekend's AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, in addition to sharing some thoughts on Super Bowl 54 and tales from the golf shop. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack discuss what the ultimate buddies weekend trip to Scottsdale would be like, including what courses to play, where to stay and how much to budget. They also talk about the legacy of Pete Dye, why Patrick Reed tries so hard to be unlikable, Trinity Forest being taken out of the PGA Tour rota, plus much more. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Riding solo this week, Kyle shares some additional thoughts on his tour of the Sheep Ranch at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort. In the second half of the podcast, Kyle talks about the Sentry Tournament of Champions and takes a guess as to why so few casual golf fans tuned in and offers a solution. Topics also covered include Topgolf's potential IPO in 2020, top players like Brooks Koepka and Dustin Johnson staying committed to playing in the Saudi Invitational despite political unrest in the Middle East, and Bryson Dechambeau's Twitch channel. This episode of the Golf Guide Podcast is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide. For a free subscription to Pacific Coast Golf Guide, click here, answer a few questions and have the West Coast's #1 golf directory magazine shipped directly to you, absolutely free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guests and friends Mark Galvin and Brad Quince join Kyle to discuss their tour of the new Sheep Ranch Golf Course at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort. After walking the course on a spectacular morning with Bandon Dunes' staff, the guys talk about their experience, what they thought of the golf course, how it compares to the existing courses at Bandon Dunes, how it will be perceived by new golfers, the shots they're most looking forward to, plus much more. The Sheep Ranch is set to open June 1, 2020 This podcast is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide To get a free subscription to Pacific Coast Golf Guide, click here and follow the instructions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle is once again joined by friends Mark Tapanes and Andy Fertig for the second part of their conversation about their most recent trip to Bandon Dunes Golf Resort. In part 2, the guys discuss their Bandon Dunes Mount Rushmore, the best closing holes at the resort, and which courses and individual holes provided the greatest challenge in 2019. This episode is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net and Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle is joined by friends Mark Tapanes and Andy Fertig to talk about their recent trip to Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, America's greatest golf destination. In part 1, the guys discuss the top storylines from this year's trip, what they learned about Bandon this year, how the resort has evolved over the past decade and rank each of Bandon Dunes' opening holes. This episode is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net and Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack discuss the first day of the Presidents Cup at Royal Melbourne, where the United States got thrashed 4-1 by the International team, despite a stand out performance from playing captain Tiger Woods. The hosts look forward to the final three days of the event and share their predictions for how the event will shake out and the negative effect Patrick Reed has had thus far on an otherwise wonderful event. This episode is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net and Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow is joined by guest Garrett Morrison, Managing Editor of The Fried Egg, to discuss Garrett's recent article on how golfer's expectations have altered how sand bunkers are maintained throughout the United States. Garrett and Kyle also discuss how to shift golfers expectations, what can be done about this issue going forward, then they spend some time talking about the Sheep Ranch, a new course at the Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, set to open in the summer of 2020. Redeem your FREE SUBSCRIPTION to Pacific Coast Golf Guide Read Garrett's work on The Fried Egg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack discuss the biggest stories in golf from the past week, including the potential cancellation of the Hong Kong Open, Andrea Lee leaving Stanford, Matt Kuchar picking up distance, Rickie Fowler replacing Brooks Koepka on the United States President's Cup team, Kurt Kitayama trying to win the European Tour's Rookie of the Year award, Mark Broadie's advanced analytics on when to lay up and when to go for it, plus Jess' Tales from the Golf Shop. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Click here to redeem your FREE SUBSCRIPTION to Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack discuss Matt Kuchar returning to Mexico to defend his title at the Mayakoba Golf Classic a year after paying his local caddy 0.004% of his 1st place winnings in 2018. The hosts also discuss President's Cup captains picks, Korn Ferry Tour news, and Kyle Shanahan's decision to throw the ball in overtime of the 49ers - Seahawks game on Monday Night Football. Subscribe to Pacific Coast Golf Guide Magazine for FREE This episode is proudly presented by Golfguide.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow discusses the biggest stories in golf, including Tiger Woods beef with Greg Norman, President's Cup captains picks by Tiger Woods and Ernie Els, rumors that Tiger could be designing a new short course on the Monterey Peninsula, plus news that Monterey Peninsula Country Club's Dunes Course could become part of the AT&T Pro-Am rota, and finally, Kyle shares results from Golf.com's recent Anonymous Player Poll. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Subscribe to PCGG Magazine for FREE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack discuss Tiger Woods' victory at the ZOZO Championship in Japan, the NCAA allowing collegiate athletes to profit of their likeness and name, Gary McCord and Peter Kostis' departure from CBS, the Cypress Point Classic, the Kincaide Fire and how it's affected citizens and golf courses in the North Bay Area, a preview of the WGC-Champions in China, plus some takes on the beginning of the Golden State Warriors 2019-2020 season. This episode is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net and The Handshakes & Birdies Lifestyle and Golf Blog Hosts: Kyle Surlow, Jess Stimack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow discusses his most interesting topics in the golf world this week, including Tiger Woods writing a memoir, Rickie Fowler getting married, the drama surrounding Kevin Na and his native country of Korea, a new tournament hosted by Henrik Stenson and Annika Sörenstam, Steph Curry's impact on golf and then he goes through a recent Golf Digest article that identifies all the items they claim you should keep in your golf bag and makes some corrections. This episode of the Golf Guide Podcast is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net Click here to sign up for a FREE subscription to Pacific Coast Golf Guide Magazine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow is joined by Jess Stimack of Handshakes & Birdies where to two hang and talk about golf and everything else that crosses their minds. Topics on this week's podcast include: Equipment they discovered this year that they enjoy, MLB Playoffs, upcoming trips to Bandon Dunes and Gamble Sands, Jess' golf tournament to raise money for the Montgomery High School boys golf team, the Sheep Ranch opening in June of 2020 and Tom Doak's new design project in Lake County, CA. This episode is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow is joined by friend Chris Derr to discuss Chris' thoughts on how the 2019 PGA Tour Season went, Costco's new Kirkland Signature golf ball, the upcoming skins game in Japan between Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, Hideki Matsuyama and Jason Day, plus a small preview of this weekend's Safeway Open in Napa, California. This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.net Host: Kyle Surlow Guest: Chris Derr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow is once again joined by Jess Stimack of handshakesandbirdies.com to discuss of myriad of topics, including Joaquin Niemann's win at The Military Tribute at the Greenbrier, the 2019 Solheim Cup, Rory McIlroy winning the PGA Tour Player of the Year award over Brooks Koepka, thoughts on the new Tour Championship forward, why the PGA Tour is more boring than it needs to be, the Antonio Brown saga, and sleeping in a motor home in the parking lot of your club. This episode is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow discusses his experience at the Safeway Open media day at Silverado Country Club in Napa, CA, then talks about why he didn't love this year's FedEx Cup and the Tour Championship. This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack discuss Justin Thomas' historic performance at the BMW Championship, what the low scores mean for professional golf going forward, including Adam Scott's comments regarding distance. Then, the hosts talk about Andy Ogletree's victory at the U.S. Amateur Championship, Donald Trump teeing it up with the most powerful men in professional golf, the passing of legendary broadcaster Jack Whitaker, Steph Curry bringing golf back to Howard University, plus much more. This episode is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack discuss the 'Slow-Play' debate that has overtaken the golf world. They go in to detail about all the events that took place at last weekend's Northern Trust Open and beyond. The hosts also talk about Patrick Reed's win, his rise to 2nd place in the FedEx Cup standings, and whether the current playoff format is viable long-term. This episode is proudly presented by Golfguide.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow is joined by friend Keal Meredith to discuss everything in professional golf from this past weekend, including JT Poston's win at the Wyndham Championship, Hinaka Shibuno's win at the AIG Women's British Open and Zac Blair's win at the Ellie Mae Classic. Then, the two hosts discuss the story of European Ryder Cupper Thorbjørn Oleson allegedly groping a women on a British Airways flight then peeing in the plane's aisle. This episode is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow talks about Brooks Koepka and his performance at this past weekend's WCG event in Memphis, TN, the he discusses the news that the Pebble Beach Company may be renovating one of its golf courses beginning this fall. This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow recaps the 148th Open Championship at Royal Portrush, won by Ireland's Shane Lowry. This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack discuss their top storylines heading into the 2019 Open Championship at Royal Portrush. Then, the duo talk odds and wagering, and even though Rory McIlory was the betting favorite at the time of recording, Kyle and Jess talk about how it's unwise to bet against Brooks Koepka in 2019, plus they share a few of their favorite bets for this weekend. This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET & Sports Betting Dime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow discusses all things Royal Portrush Golf Club, including information about the architect Harry Colt, the club's history, why hosting this championship in Northern Ireland is a big deal and more. This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack discuss Matt Wolff's historic and exciting win at the 3M Open, Jon Rahm's victory at the Irish Open, John Daly walking at the Open Championship, and then they look forward to this weekend's John Deere Classic and Scottish Open. This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack discuss Nate Lashley's win at the Rocket Mortgage Classic, Steve Stricker's win at the U.S. Senior Open, the upcoming 3M Open, NBC's coverage of the upcoming Open Championship, the United State's most expensive public courses, and what golf supplies to keep in your pockets while you're playing. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack discuss the biggest stories in golf from the past week, including golf in Lake Almanor, CA, Chez Reavie's win at the Travelers Championship, Hannah Green's win at the KPMG Women's PGA Championship, Michelle Wie's injury difficulties and uncertain future, Matthew Wolff and Viktor Hovland's professional debuts, the mens developmental tour's new name, and the wild story from a golf course in Santa Maria, CA that involved a shooting in the clubhouse after a dispute on a golf course. This episode is presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide & Golfguide.Net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack recap Gary Woodland's win at the 2019 United States Open at Pebble Beach Golf Links. The hosts also discuss the USGA, takeaways from the tournament, Brooks Koepka's historic major championship performance, Tiger, what happened to Justin Rose and Rory McIlroy on Sunday, and the FOX broadcast. This episode is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow is joined by Jess Stimack to preview any and every aspect of this week's United States Open at Pebble Beach Golf Links. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide magazine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow is joined by friend Keal Meredith to discuss various golf topics, including Stanford's win at the NCAA championships, Hank Haney's suspension, Donald Trump's love of taxpayer-subsidized golf, and the USGA's problem with PGA Tour players. This episode contains more explicit content than usual, so listener discretion is advised. This episode is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack review their highlights from the 2019 PGA Championship at Bethpage State Park's Black Course, where Brooks Koepka lapped the field en route to a two-stroke victory. They discuss how Brooks has ascended to become the most fearsome force in professional golf and how Kopeka's personality has evolved over the past 24 months. After going on a brief tangent on the Golden State Warriors advancing to a fifth straight NBA Finals, the hosts discuss other things they liked about this past weekend's championship, including Jordan Spieth, Dustin Johnson's last-second comeback attempt, CBS's broadcasting blunder, plus much more. This episode is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net Intro music performed and provided by broiler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow is joined by Jess Stimack to discuss this weekend's PGA Championship at Bethpage Black Golf Course on Long Island, New York. The hosts discuss some news heading into championship week, first and second round pairing they like, who is on Jess' "No Chance" list, and wrap things up with a discussion on who they like to win and finish inside the top 5. This episode is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net and Golf Guide Events. Join us for trips to Gamble Sands and Bandon Dunes later this year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow is joined by No Gimmes' Chris Derr to discuss the 2019 PGA Championship a week ahead of the first round. Topics on this episode include previewing Bethpage Black's golf course, the news that John Daly will be using a cart, what their best and worst case scenarios are in terms of watchability, plus much more. This episode of the Golf Guide Podcast is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net, where you can save up to 70% on greens fees at golf courses throughout Northern California and beyond. Also, registration has also opened for Golf Guide's two events this year, Gamble Sands in October, and Bandon Dunes in December. Spots for both are limited, so reserve you place today. Music provided by broiler // Listen & download broilers music here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow and guest Greg Clemmer talk about their experience at Gamble Sands, the golf resort located in the rural town of Brewster, Washington. Kyle and Greg talk about how Gamble Sands compares with other 'links' golf destinations in the United States, Gamble Sands' lodging, dining, amenities and its plans for future expansion. To visit Gamble Sands with Kyle and the rest of the Golf Guide gang this October, click here to learn about Golf Guide's trip to Gamble Sands on October 10-12, 2019 and sign up. This episode is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net and Pacific Coast Golf Guide magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack discuss Tiger's win at the 2019 Masters with a full week of thought processing, then they recap CT Pan's win at the RBC Heritage at Harbor Town, then preview the teams they're most looking forward to at this week's Zurich Classic. Kyle and Jess also discuss the news of Chambers Bay's new poa anna greens, as well as the formal announcement of Bandon Dunes' fifth championship course at the Bally Bandon Sheep Ranch. This episode is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An emotional Kyle Surlow talks about Tiger Woods' historic victory at the 2019 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. What does it mean for Tiger's legacy and what we can expect moving forward, and how the win impacted a generation of golfers who have been waiting for this victory for over a decade. This episode is proudly sponsored Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack preview the 2019 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. This episode is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Jess Stimack go over news from The Masters, which is now just a week away, and they recap Kevin Kisner's win at the WGC-Match Play at Austin Country Club, and Nasa Hataoka's win at the Kia Classic. This episode is proudly presented by the new GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow recaps Paul Casey's win at the 2019 Valspar Championship, then discusses Dustin Johnson and the 'strength of play' rule, Robert Garrigus' PED suspension, the USGA hiring Jason Gore, Nelly Korda's ascent to becoming the top ranked American in women's golf, and Patrick Reed's swing struggles. Then, Kyle is joined by friend and teaching professional Jess Stimack to preview then 2019 WGC Match play at Austin Country Club. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices