Par 3 Podcast with J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon

J.R. Smith sits down with PGA Tour pro Austin Smotherman and then golf legend Gary Koch at The Players Championship for a deep dive into what it really takes to compete at the highest level of golf. From rebuilding a career on the Korn Ferry Tour to mastering pressure, routines, and mental toughness—this episode is packed with insights for athletes, golfers, and competitors in any field. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & setting the scene at The Players 00:36 – Austin Smotherman joins the show 01:15 – From Korn Ferry Tour to PGA Tour success 02:24 – Handling pressure & trusting the process 03:53 – Dallas becoming a golf hotspot 08:23 – Tournament golf vs casual golf (huge difference) 10:05 – Mental shift when keeping score seriously 12:17 – Pace of play & adapting on tour 12:56 – The “happy bubble” mindset with his caddie 14:38 – Pre-shot routines & consistency at elite level 18:41 – Ray Allen story & competitive mindset 20:32 – Playing at The Players & course strategy 22:53 – Gary Koch joins the podcast 24:00 – His PGA Tour career & transition to broadcasting 25:07 – Why golf is one of the hardest sports to win 26:17 – Journaling & improving performance 27:32 – Difference between practice golf & tournament golf 29:14 – Tiger Woods’ dominance explained 30:32 – Is Scottie Scheffler the next Tiger? 32:41 – Technology’s impact on modern golf 34:13 – Evolution of training & player support teams 35:05 – The iconic “Better Than Most” call story 37:24 – Transitioning from player to analyst 40:16 – Why broadcasting became his passion Produced by DBPodcasts & Zill Media Ⓒ 2023 Golf & Adulting LLC c/o Par 3 Podcast - J.R. Smith, Stephen Malbon, DBPodcasts Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ8PBbrxj5qrnGDuA4eIE8Q Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon sit down with Nick Van Exel and Kordell Stewart for a fun and insightful conversation about golf, competition, and the mentality that made them elite athletes. They break down swing mechanics, course management, trash talk on the course, and why golf might be the most humbling sport of them all. From wild gambling stories to dream golf foursomes, this episode is packed with laughs, gems, and real competitor talk. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro and welcome 0:38 Kordell Stewart’s golf journey and learning from the pros 1:50 Swing mechanics: trail arm, elbow position, and consistency 3:08 How quarterback fundamentals translate to golf 4:25 Nick Van Exel on anticipation, feel, and athletic instinct 5:18 Why trying to be perfect ruins your golf game 6:37 Playing for your misses and smarter course management 7:52 Competitor mindset, ego, and chasing greatness in golf 9:46 Why golf is like football and basketball: take the easy play 11:22 Learning to play the course instead of other people 12:06 Trash talk on the course and dealing with big hitters 13:23 Why golf is the most humbling sport to talk trash in 15:13 How Kordell Stewart got into golf 16:21 Nick Van Exel’s first experience getting hooked on golf 18:29 Dream golf foursomes: Tiger, MJ, Scottie Scheffler, and more 21:57 Closing thoughts and outro Produced by DBPodcasts & Zill Media Ⓒ 2023 Golf & Adulting LLC c/o Par 3 Podcast - J.R. Smith, Stephen Malbon, DBPodcasts Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ8PBbrxj5qrnGDuA4eIE8Q Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pro golfer Paris Hilinski joins the Part 3 Podcast with J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon to talk about her first season competing on the European Tour, how she’s improving her game, and the mental side of putting that separates great golfers from everyone else. The crew dives deep into practice routines, AimPoint putting, course strategy, and the massive growth of golf culture plus stories about Dustin Johnson, Brooks Koepka, and the evolving traditions of the sport. From learning to play strategic golf in Europe to debating golf etiquette and tee boxes, this episode is a must-watch for golfers who want to think smarter and play better. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to the Part Three Podcast & Paris Hilinski 00:38 Paris on her first year playing the European Tour 01:50 The biggest challenge of turning professional 02:09 Coaches helping her improve her swing and putting 02:38 Paris’ practice routine and why wedges are key 03:23 Inside a tour-level putting process 04:29 Why overthinking ruins putting 05:44 The “starting point” method for better putts 07:32 The three things required to make every putt 08:36 Understanding AimPoint and reading greens 10:08 Why long putts are really about avoiding three-putts 12:27 Confidence and commitment in golf shots 13:20 Differences between golf in the U.S. vs Europe 15:26 Learning strategic golf without relying on driver 16:58 Adjusting to links-style courses like Scotland 18:01 The explosion of new golf courses in Florida 21:14 Why golf is growing faster than ever 22:48 The debate: tradition vs modern golf culture 26:56 Tour rules, controversies, and golf etiquette 29:10 Why most golfers should play the forward tees 32:17 How tee selection affects pace of play 34:16 Paris preparing for Q-School in Morocco 36:54 Dustin Johnson stories and tour life 39:13 Fashion, sponsorships, and working with Oakley & Cobra 42:13 New golf technology and 3D-printed irons 43:39 Closing thoughts and the obsession with putting Produced by DBPodcasts & Zill Media Ⓒ 2023 Golf & Adulting LLC c/o Par 3 Podcast - J.R. Smith, Stephen Malbon, DBPodcasts Watch on YouTube: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon are back! Dennis Haysbert joins the Par 3 Podcast from Wynn Las Vegas to talk golf obsession, the mental game, iconic acting moments (Major League, 24 & more), and the real secret to getting better: managing misses, mastering putting, and staying calm when you inevitably hit it in the water. Timestamps / Chapters: 00:38 Dennis Haysbert joins the show 00:55 Most exotic place Dennis has played golf (Baja / Punta Brava) 01:39 How Dennis thinks about misses + playing over water 02:05 Sherwood memories + golf as a first date 03:43 Why traveling is better when you can play golf 05:00 Best Vegas golf courses to play (Southern Highlands + more) 06:28 Fame on the course: why “good guy roles” get love, villains get heat 07:48 Major League impact + why it mattered to J.R. 10:40 Dennis’ best skill: putting (and what he’s still working on) 12:40 Why golf keeps him sane (focus = everything) 16:18 “You don’t practice enough to get that angry” (best mindset advice) 19:34 How Dennis started playing after his dad passed 21:55 What’s in Dennis’ golf bag (irons, driver, wedges) 23:05 The 9-wood obsession + switching away from long irons 25:23 Golf tech: why it helps but you still have to swing it 27:58 Dennis’ putting routine + reading greens and grain 30:28 Why putting separates pros (Nelly Korda practice story) 33:15 Course management: where to miss vs where you can’t miss 38:43 Dream foursome + dream course picks 41:35 LIV vs PGA: players, money, and the reality of it all 46:29 Practice game: “up-and-down challenge” to level up fast 50:27 Vietnam golf story + wild caddie culture in Asia 54:11 Wrap-up + final thoughts Produced by DBPodcasts & Zill Media Ⓒ 2023 Golf & Adulting LLC c/o Par 3 Podcast - J.R. Smith, Stephen Malbon, DBPodcasts Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ8PBbrxj5qrnGDuA4eIE8Q Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Live from The Wynn Hotel & Casino! World renowned DJ and producer Steve Aoki joins the Par 3 Podcast to talk nonstop touring, Vegas life, underground LA nightlife, global music collaborations, and his full-blown obsession with golf. From legendary Dim Mak party days to Trackman simulators, cold plunges, and Summit Club stories this episode is pure chaos (in the best way) 00:00 – Welcome to the Par 3 Podcast & introducing Steve Aoki00:34 – Playing golf in Vegas: Wynn Golf Club & DragonRidge02:44 – Hearing his own music blasting from a house while golfing03:28 – Aoki’s music journey: starting at 14 & the “Pursuit of Happiness” remix04:35 – Touring 200–250 shows a year + Vegas residencies05:25 – Why Steve moved from LA to Vegas (taxes, touring, culture shift)07:35 – Underground LA nightlife & Dim Mak era stories (Lady Gaga, Cudi, Kanye)11:59 – How global touring shaped his international music collaborations13:44 – Golfing in Korea: tech, hospitality & next-level experiences14:57 – Early golf memories with his mom & Newport Beach courses18:26 – Post-COVID reset: health, longevity & rediscovering golf19:32 – Topgolf addiction, betting games & getting competitive20:26 – Clubs, coaching, and rapidly leveling up his swing22:58 – Building a home golf simulator & backyard putting green24:40 – Inside Steve Aoki’s insane “playhouse” (studio, foam pit, cold plunges)27:48 – Using extreme experiences to unlock creativity in music30:08 – Summit Club & Discovery Land: no-rules luxury golf culture36:41 – Celebrity golf tournaments & Pebble Beach Pro-Am history40:02 – Why golf is the perfect lifelong competitive sport41:53 – Final thoughts & wrapping the episode Produced by DBPodcasts & Zill MediaⒸ 2023 Golf & Adulting LLC c/o Par 3 Podcast - J.R. Smith, Stephen Malbon, DBPodcastsWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ8PBbrxj5qrnGDuA4eIE8Q Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Live From The Wynn Hotel & Casino! We are Par 3 Podcast & here to discuss: Building their game to scratch, playing around the world, the addiction of golf, how many different types of people are in the space, overcoming injury, playing with those who are better than you, playing with your family, what we have planned for the fans, & so much more. This episode is not to be missed!Produced by DBPodcasts & Zill MediaⒸ 2023 Golf & Adulting LLC c/o Par 3 Podcast - J.R. Smith, Stephen Malbon, DBPodcasts Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ8PBbrxj5qrnGDuA4eIE8Q Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Coming to you live from Tree Farm in Georgia! The gang is back together and playing a hole. JR & Swagga are playing together when Patrick Peterson & Danario Alexander stop by to hang on the hole. Come join the fun!Ⓒ 2023 Golf & Adulting LLC c/o Par 3 Podcast - J.R. Smith, Stephen Malbon, DBPodcastsProduced by DBPodcasts www.DBPodcasts.comhttps://m.youtube.com/@par3podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Coming to you live from Tree Farm in Georgia! The gang is back together and playing a hole. Ryan breaks down the SWOT analysis of J.R.’s game & so much more. This episode is not to be missed! Ⓒ 2023 Golf & Adulting LLC c/o Par 3 Podcast - J.R. Smith, Stephen Malbon, DBPodcastsProduced by DBPodcasts www.DBPodcasts.comhttps://m.youtube.com/@par3podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a very special Par 3 Podcast & we're here to have fun with Golf & Adulting! WE are here on a special episode on course at Braemar! Par 3 Podcast Merchandise is available for Purchase at: https://www.par3podcast.com/ Made possible by DBPodcasts https://www.DBPodcasts.com Visit https://www.MalbonGolf.com Follow @stephenmalbon, @teamswish, @par3podcast on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dressing swaggy & glowing upPutting together a former pro athlete golf tourDoing a new campaign with Gary SheffieldPlaying with LPGA playersWorking with Jason Day & Masters looksThe importance of alignment & setupsSwing thoughtsStock Iron lengthsDraw vs. FadeRoutine of ProfessionalsVisualizationHeading to AugustaWhere they’ve been playing latelyAlignment sticks & so much more. This episode is not to be missed! Ⓒ 2023 Golf & Adulting LLC c/o Par 3 Podcast - J.R. Smith, Stephen Malbon, DBPodcastsProduced by DBPodcasts www.DBPodcasts.comhttps://m.youtube.com/@par3podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a very special Par 3 Podcast & we're here to have fun with Golf & Adulting! J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon are here with Ross Butler (Actor/Producer) to discuss: Getting into golf, playing during COVID, how he trains to get better, parallels of basketball to golf, similarities between golf and skateboarding, muscle memory, the less information the better for swing thoughts, actor mind games, flow state, visualization, the importance of tempo, secret to being a great putter, being a tennis player, martial arts in relation to golf, his route as an actor, playing golf in Malaysia & South Korea, how Malbon Golf exploded in popularity in Asia, J.R.’s experience of playing basketball in China, bringing your own clubs to Top Golf, people playing with blades & more. This is the golf talk the world has been waiting for!Par 3 Podcast Merchandise is available for Purchase at: https://www.par3podcast.com/Made possible by DBPodcasts https://www.DBPodcasts.comVisit https://www.MalbonGolf.comFollow @stephenmalbon, @teamswish, @par3podcast on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a very special Par 3 Podcast & we're here to have fun with Golf & Adulting! J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon are here with Will Lowery (Failed Professional Golfer/Golf Influencer) to discuss: Hosting AJGA Tournaments, working with Tiger Woods & Stephen Curry, Underrated Golf Tour, JR playing with Andre Igoudala, writing a screenplay, where he came from, the power of golf & tennis, climate of the sport in the black community, the lost tapes episode, broadcasting with Doug, working with The Golf Channel, TGL, showcasing Pros personalities, Augusta Highlight & more. This is the golf talk the world has been waiting for!Par 3 Podcast Merchandise is available for Purchase at: https://www.par3podcast.com/Made possible by DBPodcasts https://www.DBPodcasts.comVisit https://www.MalbonGolf.comFollow @stephenmalbon, @teamswish, @par3podcast on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a very special Par 3 Podcast & we're here to have fun with Golf & Adulting! J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon are here on a special holiday episode to discuss: Knowing each other since high school, transitioning to play prep school andin the NBA, growing up playing baseball, getting drafted out of high school, meeting the West Coast Crew, joining a winning organization as a rookie, playing with LeBron James & Dwayne Wade, going to Golden State, Philadelphia & Portland, playing with Steph Curry & Damian Lillard, playing with Shaq, Ace Members Only, playing with friends and family on the course & more. This is the golf talk the world has been waiting for!Presented by: https://www.theglengrant.com/ Par 3 Podcast Merchandise is available for Purchase at: https://www.par3podcast.com/ Made possible by DBPodcasts https://www.DBPodcasts.comVisit https://www.MalbonGolf.comFollow @stephenmalbon, @teamswish, @par3podcast on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a very special Par 3 Podcast & we're here to have fun with Golf & Adulting! J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon are here on a special holiday episode to discuss: Malbon Golf’s new mega office in Santa Monica, J.R. being honored by the New York Knicks, Malbon Golf’s latest tournament in Miami Shores, holiday golf gift giving guide, dream golf trips, all thing things that they’re greatful for, what part of their game that they’re greatful for, Stephen playing with his family, the amazing community in golf, the friends that you can make in golf & more. This is the golf talk the world has been waiting for!Presented by: https://www.theglengrant.com/ Par 3 Podcast Merchandise is available for Purchase at: https://www.par3podcast.com/ Made possible by DBPodcasts https://www.DBPodcasts.comVisit https://www.MalbonGolf.comFollow @stephenmalbon, @teamswish, @par3podcast on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a very special Par 3 Podcast & we're here to have fun with Golf & Adulting! J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon welcome Hunter Mayhem (PGA Tour Pro) on to discuss: After winning his first tournament, playing with Phil Mickelson, his next win, Ryder Cup memories, Tiger’s belief system, being coached, Glen Grant Big and Bold Moment, Superstars that stop traffic, Michael Jordan, J.R.’s college golf journey, going from the range to the course, the focus of each shot, unique and individual swings & more. This is the golf talk the world has been waiting for!Presented by: https://www.theglengrant.com/ Par 3 Podcast Merchandise is available for Purchase at: https://www.par3podcast.com/ Made possible by DBPodcasts https://www.DBPodcasts.comVisit https://www.MalbonGolf.comFollow @stephenmalbon, @teamswish, @par3podcast on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a very special Par 3 Podcast & we're here to have fun with Golf & Adulting! J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon welcome Hunter Mayhem (PGA Tour Pro) on to discuss: It never being too late getting into golf, the humbling nature of the game, being addicted to hitting a great golf shot, demanding perfection but being easy on yourself, the differences between making a putt and a 3 point shot, Glen Grant Top 25, the algebra of putting, kids playing sports, the opportunities that golf can bring you, teaching or being taught in golf, the importance of moving on from success, His First Win on PGA Tour, The Moment J.R. won his first NBA Championship, playing with Ray Allen, The Cavaliers being down 3-1 in the NBA Finals, Ryder Cup, chemistry & energy in golf, seeing Randy Smith at 13 & more. This is the golf talk the world has been waiting for!Presented by: https://www.theglengrant.com/ Par 3 Podcast Merchandise is available for Purchase at: https://www.par3podcast.com/ Made possible by DBPodcasts https://www.DBPodcasts.comVisit https://www.MalbonGolf.comFollow @stephenmalbon, @teamswish, @par3podcast on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a very special Par 3 Podcast & we're here to have fun with Golf & Adulting! J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon welcome Garrett Hilbert (Dude Perfect) on to discuss: Living in Dallas, playing with Brandon Wu, the idea of Dude Perfect, keeping score of their achievements, golf vs. pickleball, Punta Brava, playing at friends’courses, Glen Grant Top 25, playing golf with your kids, having a hole at the house, future plans for Dude Perfect, the first deal they signed with Nerf, drawing for stadium tours, getting in to top courses, how he got into the game, watching Tiger play, golf from day to day, playing this game for the rest of their life, activating your arms early in your swing, ramping up at the driving range, Glen Grant Big and Bold Moment, playing with Jon Rahm, favorite club in the bag, getting locked in & more. This is the golf talk the world has been waiting for!Presented by: https://www.theglengrant.com/ Par 3 Podcast Merchandise is available for Purchase at: https://www.par3podcast.com/ Made possible by DBPodcasts https://www.DBPodcasts.comVisit https://www.MalbonGolf.comFollow @stephenmalbon, @teamswish, @par3podcast on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.