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Host Kyle Surlow recaps news from the past week in the world of golf, which includes the sales of a couple West Coast golf courses, Rory McIlroy winning THE PLAYERS, media day for the Hugel Air Premia LA Open, and then discusses a recent Golf.com article that talks about the three most common mistakes that new golfers make. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow remembers legendary sportswriter Dan Jenkins, then reviews the top stories in golf this week, including Phil changing his mind about THE PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP, Tiger's injury, Keith Foster's sentencing and Justin Rose's comments on slow-play. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow is joined by friend and PGA teaching professional Jess Stimack to discuss Keith Mitchell's victory at the 2019 Honda Classic, the legend of Crunchy Pete, Justin Thomas' feud with the USGA and how the new rules are affecting golf's professionals. Additionally, Kyle discusses Masters ticket prices, a new course renovation in San Diego, plus much more. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow reviews the week's top stories in golf, which include Golfweek's article on what happens to the Open Championship at Royal Portrush if the UK follows through with its Brexit plans, Dustin Johnson winning in Mexico, Royal Liverpool being awarded the 2022 Open Championship, Steve Stricker being named Ryder Cup Captain and continued criticism of golf's new rules. This episode is presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow briefly discusses JB Holmes slow-play at this past weekend's Genesis Open at the top of the show, then spends the next few hours with friend and PGA teaching professional Jess Stimack discussing what they expect from the world's top 15 ranked players this season and who their picks to win are for 2019's major championships. This episode is presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide. Intro music provided by the one and only broiler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow recounts the week's biggest stories in the world of golf. This week, Kyle discusses the revelation that Matt Kuchar paid his caddie 'El Tucan' 0.38% of his winnings at last year's Mayakoba Classic and Sergio Garcia's apology via social media. Additional topics covered in this episode include Lucy Li keeping her amateur status and Phil Mickelson winning the AT&T Pro-Am. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow recounts and discusses the latest news in the world of golf. This week's episode includes Segio Garcia's outburst in Saudi Arabia, Brooks Koepka's reaction to the ordeal, the European Tour's decision to host a tournament in Saudi Arabia, Rickie Fowler's win at the Waste Management Open, Patrick Reed supposedly apologizing to his Ryder Cup teammates, NBCUniversal's GolfPass, Pasatiempo's television debut and more. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow is joined by friend Jess Stimack to preview the four major tournaments of the PGA Tour's 'West Coast Swing'. Jess is a golf teaching professional, high school golf coach and prominent blogger. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow recaps Matt Kuchar's win at Wai'alae Country Club this past weekend, and dives into the scandal that surrounded his victory at the Sony Open. This episode also discusses the commitments from Choi Ho-Sung and Jose de Jesus Rodriguez and the AT&T Pro-Am, as well as Nike's new 'golf shoes'. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow goes off on an extended tangent about why golfers can and should play more golf in 2019, then discusses the news about Steph Curry's fall PGA Tour event being placed on hold, Paddy Harrington being named European Ryder Cup captain, and news regarding Aetna Springs' golf course in Northern Napa County. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Host Kyle Surlow recaps the biggest stories in Pacific Coast golf, including the news that Bandon Dunes Golf Resort is planning on converting the legendary Sheep Ranch into another championship course, designed by famed architects Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw. In addition, Kyle reviews the news that the Steph Curry-sponsored PGA Tour event may be taking place at Lake Merced Golf Club in Daly City, California. This episode of the podcast is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow and guest Chris Derr of No Gimmes discuss all things San Diego golf, and aim to find the county's best values, premier public venues and identify what makes golf in this Southern California oasis so unique. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow previews the upcoming match between Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson at Shadow Creek Golf Club in Las Vegas. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow reviews the week's latest golf news, including Matt Kuchar and Lee Westwood winning with fill-in caddies, Rory McIlroy considering moving to the PGA Tour full-time, Suzy Whaley as the PGA of America's new president, and the Wynn Golf Course in Las Vegas reopening. In the second half of the podcast, Kyle shares news of a new Greg Norman-designed golf course in the San Francisco Bay Area that is set to begin construction as early as 2020. This episode of the podcast is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow recaps the past week's golf news, including Bryson DeChambeau winning the Shriners Hospital for Children's Open, Bryson's intentions of putting with the flagstick in, Justin Rose as the new number 1 ranked golfer in the world, the 2022 Ryder Cup and Holly Sonder's golf contract with Fox Sports not being renewed. Then Kyle talks about a possible expansion at Gamble Sands, a golf resort located in North Central Washington. This episode of the podcast is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow reviews the past week's golf news, including Brooks Koepka's win in Korea, the upcoming WGC HSBC Championship in Shanghai, and Paul Azinger replacing Johnny Miller, then Kyle goes in depth on his recent experience at the new South Course at Corica Park in Alameda, CA. This episode of the Golf Guide Podcast is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow discusses this weekend's PGA Tour event in South Korea, Johnny Miller's retirement, the upcoming Tiger Woods vs. Phil Mickelson match at Shadow Creek, Jason Day's oblivious architecture interview, and Steph Curry potentially hosting a PGA Tour event in the San Francisco Bay Area. This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow discusses the week's top news stories in the world of golf, including the Hall of Fame class of 2018, Dustin Johnson and Brooks Koepka's "altercation", Kevin Tway winning the Safeway Open in Napa, Phil Mickelson cutting back on his 2019 schedule and more. This episode is proudly presented by Golf Guide Magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow recaps what may be considered the ugliest week in American team golf history, as the United States was soundly defeated 17.5-10.5 in the 2018 Ryder Cup. Kyle reviews all the drama during and after the event that surrounded Team USA, and commends the European side on an exceptionally well-played event. At the end of the podcast, Kyle discusses the upcoming Safeway Open, taking place the weekend of October 4-7, 2018 at Silverado Resort in Napa, California. This podcast is proudly presented by Golf Guide Magazine & Golfguide.Net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow discusses Tiger Woods' win at the Tour Championship and looks ahead to the 2018 Ryder Cup and the best practices for watching the event. This episode is sponsored by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow discusses the latest in professional golf news from the past week. Topics include a preview of the Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club, reaction to the new FedEx Cup format for next year's Tour Championship and why it's not leaving Atlanta anytime soon, upcoming rules changes, and the recent PGA Tour anonymous player survey conducted by Golf.com. This episode is proudly presented by Golf Guide Magazine & Golfguide.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow reviews both the US and European rosters for the 2018 Ryder Cup in France, shares a news update on Aetna Springs Golf Course in Pope Valley, CA, and reviews Josh Sens' GOLF.com article "Hang in there: Here are 11 reasons why you aren't getting any better at golf." This episode is proudly presented by Golf Guide Magazine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow discusses Bryson DeChambeau's victory at the Dell Technologies Championship, and his birth on the 2018 Ryder Cup team along with Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods. Additional topics include Jeff Wilson's win at the 2018 U.S. Senior Amateur, Patrick Reed complaining about free Red Sox tickets, Tom Doak's new course at Sand Valley and news regarding the 'Sheep Ranch' course at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort. 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 how the PGA Tour can improve the FedEX Cup Playoffs, and react to the PGA Tour's proposed plan for the 2019 playoffs. The hosts also discuss 2018's major championships, Brooks Koepka and more. Download and subscribe to Chris' podcast, No Gimmes This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow is joined by friends Andy Fertig and Mark Tapanes as they discuss the best of Orange County golf. As Orange County locals, Mark and Andy share their experiences across Orange County's array of high-end and municipal golf offerings and give advice on how one can maximize the fun on a golf trip to this Southern California vacation destination. This episode is presented by Golfguide.Net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brooks Koepka wins the 2018 PGA Championship at Bellerive while Tiger Woods steals the show with a final round score of 64 to finish in solo second place. Host Kyle Surlow discusses Tiger's performance and the polarizing three-time major champion. This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow previews the 2018 Open Championship at Carnoustie Golf Links, discussing the golf course's history, what to expect from the course's conditions, and picks to win it all. This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow shares his thoughts on the cheating allegations against Korean golfer Sung Kang by his playing partner Joel Dahmen in last week's Quicken Loans Invitational. Afterwards, Kyle discusses the name change for the tournament at The Greenbrier, Bryson DeChambeau being disallowed from using a protractor, and the dejected feeling of not securing 2019 Masters tickets. This episode is proudly presented by GolfGuide.Net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow discusses Bubba Watson possibly being the PGA Tour Player of the year after his victory at the Travelers Championship, what superintendents think about the job Mike Davis is doing at the USGA, why France isn't excited to host this year's Ryder Cup, plus some thoughts on Greg Norman's photoshoot for ESPN's The Body Issue. This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET. Use the promo code "ggpodcast" and save 10% on all purchases of $25 or more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow recaps a sensational 2018 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club. He recaps his favorite moments from the tournament, including Tommy Fleetwood's Sunday 63 and Brooks Koepka's immaculate performance, then defames the tournament's critics and conveys why this was one of the best U.S. Opens in recent history. This episode is proudly presented by GOLF GUIDE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow is joined by friend and podcast host Chris Derr (No Gimmes) to preview the 2018 United States Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club. Enjoy! This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow (@ksurlow) shares his thoughts on what items every golfer should keep in their golf bag and what items golfers can do without, ranging from plastic club dividers to waterproof windbreakers. This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET and Golf Guide Magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow discusses his thoughts on last weekend's AT&T Byron Nelson at Trinity Forest Golf Club, and how it fared as a PGA Tour host. Then Kyle shares what he believes are the most underrated private golf clubs in the San Francisco Bay Area. This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET and Golf Guide Magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow (@ksurlow) reviews everything from the 2018 Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass, previews the AT&T Byron Nelson at Trinity Forest Golf Club, and discusses the state of America's golf industry on the heels of the National Golf Foundation releasing its annual industry report. This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET and Golf Guide Magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow reviews the past week in golf, including Lydia Ko's win at the MEDIHEAL Championship at Lake Merced Golf Club and highlights from the Zurich Classic at TPC Louisiana. Then Kyle shares some news regarding Aetna Springs' sale and previews the Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow, while also discussing the PGA of America's potential move to Frisco,Texas and why weekend warriors in the United States might be best served to abandon stoke play. This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow discusses last week's LPGA Tour event at Wilshire Country Club and previews this weekend's upcoming MEDIHEAL Championship at Lake Merced Golf Club in Daly City, CA. Kyle also discusses this weekend's Zurich Classic and the pro's questionable choices in "walk-up" music. This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow covers the debacle over CBS tape-delaying the final round of the RBC Heritage, previews the Valero Texas Open, why tour pros hate TPC San Antonio, the LPGA making its triumphant return to Los Angeles with this weekend's HUGEL-JTBC LA Open at Wilshire Country Club, Fox Sports expanding its US Open coverage, a golf course stabbing in Australia, whether golfers are actually hitting the golf ball farther, and the debut of Golfweek's 2018 golf course rankings. This episode of the Golf Guide Podcast is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow shares his thoughts on Patrick Reed's impressive win at the 2018 Masters. Topics include the winner's impressive Sunday performance, his family drama, Jordan Spieth and Rickie Fowler's remarkable performances on Sunday, plus much more. This episode of the Golf Guide Podcast is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow is joined by Chris Derr of No Gimmes (no_gimmes) preview the players and stories they'll be following during the 2018 Masters at Augusta National Golf Club. Topics include Rory completing the career grand slam, whether Justin Rose can finally get over the hump, whether Dustin Johnson has become underrated this weekend, plus much more. Follow Chris on Instagram, Twitter and subscribe to the No Gimmes Podcast on iTunes. This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Kyle Surlow and Casey Edmondson preview Tiger Woods' 2018 appearance at The Masters, which will take place at Augusta National Golf Club this upcoming weekend. The hosts also discuss what they expect from players like Phil Mickelson and Rory McIlroy, and why The Masters is their favorite weekend of the year. This episode of the Golf Guide Podcast is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow reviews the actions from Bubba Watson's win at the WGC Dell Match Play Championship, then discusses fans Tiger Woods expectations for the 2018 Masters Tournament. Then, Kyle talks about his initial experience with Callaway's new Rogue driver and how it stacks up with other drivers from the past decade. This episode is sponsored by Health IQ - Visit HealthIQ.com/GolfGuide to see if you qualify for lower rates on your life insurance. This episode of the Golf Guide Podcast is also proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Darin Bunch is a golf travel aficionado with Golf News Net, and is part of the development team at Pacific Gales in Port Orford, Oregon. In this episode, host Kyle Surlow and Darin discuss all things related to Pacific Gales (PG), the exciting new golf course and resort on the Oregon coast that is still in the developmental stages, but is set to break ground within the next year. Just 45 south of Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, Pacific Gales aims to be the next great American seaside links, and Kyle and Darin go in to great detail as to how the team at Pacific Gales will make that a reality in the coming years. This episode is sponsored by Health IQ, a life insurance agency. Visit HealthIQ.com/GolfGuide to see if you qualify for lower rates on your life insurance. This episode of the Golf Guide Podcast is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Darin Bunch (@getawaysgolf) is a passionate golfer who works with Golf News Net and is involved with the upcoming Pacific Gales Golf Course project in Port Orford, Oregon. In this episode, host Kyle Surlow talks about Tiger Woods' performance at the Valspar Championship and its affect on the golf world and the USGA's rules changes. Then, Kyle and Darin discuss their love of Bandon Dunes Golf Resort and Darin's expertise in the world of hickory golf clubs. This episode is sponsored by Health IQ. Visit healthiq.com/golfguide to see if you qualify for lower rates on your life insurance. This episode of the Golf Guide Podcast is also proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Johnson (@the_fried_egg) is the founder of The Fried Egg, where he covers professional and amateur golf as well as golf course architecture and development. In this episode, host Kyle Surlow and Andy discuss Andy's recent trip to Northwood Golf Club in Monte Rio, CA with friend Zac Blair, the state of golf course development in the United States, focusing on Boca National in Boca Raton, Florida and the Jackson Park golf project in Chicago, which is set to be designed by Tiger Woods. At the end of the podcast, Kyle steals a segment from the Fried Egg Podcast and plays some over/under where we get Andy's thoughts on the 2018 Tiger Woods experience, new golf equipment and much more. This episode of the podcast is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET This episode of the Golf Guide Podcast is sponsored by Health IQ. To see if you qualify, get your free quote today at healthiq.com/GolfGuide or mention the promo code GolfGuide when you talk to a Health IQ agent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Johnson (@the_fried_egg) is the founder of The Fried Egg, where he covers professional and amateur golf as well as golf course architecture. Andy and host Kyle Surlow discuss Andy's past year as the Fried Egg has grown, writing versus podcasting, how club champions stack up against tour pros, both of their favorite sports writers, the Chicago Bulls, and Andy's recent golf trip to the San Francisco Bay Area. Read and listen to Andy's work on The Fried Egg here: http://www.friedegg.com This episode is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET This episode of the Golf Guide Podcast is sponsored by Health IQ. To see if you qualify for lower rates on your life insurance, visit healthIQ.com/GolfGuide or mention 'Golf Guide' when you talk to a Health IQ agent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This past weekend, host Kyle Surlow (@ksurlow) participated in the 48th Annual Big Squaw Valley Invitational in Lake County, California, where golf returns to its most basic form. No green grass, no manicured playing conditions, PVC pipes for flagsticks and just two clubs allowed per person, the Squaw Valley Invitational is a golfing experience that allows every player to focus on what's most important on the golf course, fun and camaraderie among playing partners. This episode of the Golf Guide Podcast is sponsored by Health IQ, an insurance company that helps health conscious people get lower rates on their life insurance. Go to healthiq.com/GolfGuide to support the show and see if you qualify. The Golf Guide Podcast is proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET // Use the promo code 'ggpodcast' to save 10% on purchases of $50 or more in the Golf Guide Store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Up-and-coming golf course architect Brett Hochstein (@hochsteindesign) joins host Kyle Surlow to discuss how to build a low-maintenance golf course, the benefits of links golf and what goes in to building a bunker. Before that, Kyle recounts Ted Potter's victory at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and looks ahead to this weekend's Genesis Open at Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA, including Tiger Woods being paired with Rory McIlroy and Justin Thomas for the first two rounds, Europe's stars, and defending champion Dustin Johnson. This week's podcast is sponsored by Health IQ. Visit healthIQ.com/golfguide to see if you qualify for lower rates on your life insurance policy. This podcast is also proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Up-and-coming golf course designer Brett Hochstein (@hochsteindesign) joins host Kyle Surlow to discuss his background as a golf course designer, how he learned how to operate a bulldozer and excavator, being named one of Matt Ginella's best young architects, and the challenges of breaking through in the golf design industry. Before the interview with Brett Hochstein, Kyle shares some observations on the debauchery-filled Waste Management Open in Scottsdale, Arizona, and looks ahead to the upcoming AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am in Monterey this weekend. Visit Hochstein Design's website: http://www.hochsteindesign.com/ This episode is sponsored by Health IQ, an insurance company that helps health conscious people like runners, cyclist, weightlifters and vegetarians get lower rates on their life insurance. Go to healthiq.com/GolfGuide to support the show and see if you qualify. This episode is also proudly presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Kyle Surlow (@golfguide_) covers what's going on in the golfing world this week, including Jason Day winning the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines in San Diego, reactions from Tiger Woods' 2018 PGA Tour debut, JB Holmes' slow play, looking ahead to the Waste Management Open at TPC Scottsdale, back-to-back defending champion Hideki Matsuyama's chances of repeating, a recap of the 2018 PGA Merchandise show in Orlando, Florida, and the new feud between Callaway Golf's Vice President of Marketing Harry Arnett and Titleist over claims made by Titleist that their new Tour Soft golf ball is superior to Callaway's Chrome Soft ball. In the second half of the program, Kyle is joined by friend and host of the No Gimmes Podcast, Chris Derr, to discuss their respective power rankings of golf's best television hosts and analysts. This episode is presented by GOLFGUIDE.NET - Save 20-70% on golf at courses all over Northern California. Use the promo code 'ggpodcast' to save 10% on your next purchase of $50 or more. The Golf Guide Podcast is also sponsored by Health IQ, an insurance company that helps health conscious people like runners, cyclists, weightlifters and golfers get lower rates on their life insurance. Go to healthiq.com/GolfGuide to support the show and see if you qualify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices