The Loop

Alex, Steve and CP recap the week that was at the PGA Championship, discussing everything from Scottie Scheffler’s continued run of dominance to Rory McIlroy’s curious driver situation to whether or not the PGA should return to Quail Hollow. Plus, an interview with PGA Professional Championship winner Tyler Collet. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex, Steve and CP let it rip on Shane Lowry skipping the media after his close call at the Truist Championship and discuss why golf fans are absolutely impossible to please. Plus, a chat with SiriusXM’s Taylor Zarzour, a Quail Hollow member who helps us preview this week’s PGA Championship. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex, Steve and CP recap Scottie Scheffler’s preposterous eight-stroke victory at the Byron Nelson and give some love to runner-up Erik van Rooyen, who had some interesting comments on the PGA Tour’s Signature Event model. Plus, an interview with DP World Tour pro Robin Tiger Williams and a proper course preview for Philly Cricket Club, host of this week’s Truist Championship. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex, Steve and CP tip their caps to TEAM LOOP, AKA Andrew Novak and Ben Griffin, two former podcast guests who picked up their first PGA Tour win as a team on Sunday at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. Plus, a near-drowning at the Chevron (seriously), the return of Michael Block (again) and an interview with author Michael Arkush about the greatest golfers of all time. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One of our own, Drew Powell, won the Masters media lottery and had the opportunity to play Augusta National the day after Rory McIlroy’s incredible win. He details his round, the shots that shocked him the most and describes what it’s like to be (almost) late for the tee time of a lifetime. Alex, Steve and CP also recap a crazy finish at Harbour Town, praise Joel Dahmen for speaking to the media after a crushing defeat and shout out a five-time tour winner for DQ-ing himself. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex, CP and Steve recap what can only be described as a top five Masters of all time, with Rory McIlroy completing the career Grand Slam in epic fashion at Augusta National. We also tip our caps to Harry Diamond, Patrick Reed and runner-up Justin Rose, who remains an all-class individual. Plus, we discuss the Masters merch line problem, how we got slapped on the wrist by Augusta National and the biggest “non-story” story of the week regarding Bryson DeChambeau vs. McIlroy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s Masters Week, and we’re ready to make some winning Masters bets. Keith Stewart, PGA professional and CEO of Read The Line, and Ryan Noonan, manager of content at BetspertsGolf.com, joined Steve Hennessey to break down everything from outright bets, placement wagers, Masters pools and DFS strategy. We talk about the conditions at Augusta National and whether it will affect the winner—plus some surprising bets on players not named Scottie or Rory to win a green jacket. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and CP chat with legendary caddie Steve Williams, who was on the bag for 13 of Tiger Woods’ 15 major championships. Williams’ new book, “Together We Roared,” which he co-wrote with Evin Priest, details his epic 12-year run with the greatest golfer of all time, featuring numerous never-before-heard stories. We heard a sampling of some of the best ones from Williams himself. Plus, we recap the Valero, LIV Miami, the ANWA and make our early picks for the Masters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys discuss Alejandro Tosti’s pace-of-pay antics in the final group with Min Woo Lee and tip their caps to Gary Woodland and Michael Kim, who had huge Sundays in Houston. Plus, an interview with Saints O-lineman Cesar Ruiz. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex and CP recap an exciting final round at the Valspar Championship, where Viktor Hovland outdueled Justin Thomas for his first win since the 2023 Tour Championship. Plus, the boys discuss some of the player outbursts at Innisbrook and the death of the NCAA Tournament. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys break down a wild Players Championship Monday finish and Steve makes his short-lived return from paternity leave to defend legendary course architect Pete Dye. Plus, we discuss J.J. Spaun using the rules to his advantage and whether or not it was in the spirit of the game. Finally, Valspar picks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Three-time tour winner Patton Kizzire joins us to discuss his “grounding” practice and how it helped him win for the first time since 2018 on the PGA Tour. Plus, we tackle this odd rule in the “golfiest things in golf,” Myers’ birthday choke job and the latest LIV-PGA Tour snag. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our friend and former colleague Dan Rapaport joins us to chat about Netflix’s latest season of “Full Swing” and his new weekly live show, “Dan on Golf.” We also make picks for the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill and discuss why Jordan Spieth complaining about not getting a sponsor exemption is a terrible look. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joel Beall joins the pod to discuss the ongoing PGA Tour-PIF negotiations and the potential for LIV golfers to return to the PGA Tour sooner than you think. We also talk to Joel about his new book, “Playing Dirty,” and get into some lesser-known Scottish golf course gems. Plus, the boys recap the wild finish in Mexico, a bizarre legal ruling in the UK, and a tough (handicap-aided loss) by a six-time PGA Tour winner. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Wikipedia-less tour pro Patrick Fishburn joins us ahead of the Mexico Open, where he’ll be making his fifth PGA Tour start of 2025. Plus, the boys tackle the Ludvig Aberg vs. Joaquin Niemann debate that was sparked on social media and discuss Rory McIlroy’s latest flip flop. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Griffin joins us ahead of the Genesis Invitational at Torrey Pines, where he’ll be teeing it up for the second time in four weeks. The former loan officer (heard that one before?) breaks down the exorbitant yearly expenses for a tour pro, tells us what situation makes him the most nervous on the golf course and comes up with an all-time Si Woo Kim story on the fly. Plus, Genesis picks and a rant on why the vibe at the WMPO’s 16th hole is kind of dead. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fresh off back-to-back top 20s in California, Andrew Novak joins us to talk about everything from fixing slow play to his run-ins with Golf Gambling Twitter to his NFL podcast. Plus, the boys recap Rory McIlroy’s impressive win and look ahead to the WM Phoenix Open, where one golf fan has promised to streak to pay off a Fantasy Football bet. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Blake Griffin joins the pod for the first time to give an update on retired life ahead of his latest big golf tournament. The former NBA All-Star talks about nights out with Charles Barkley, playing golf with Wayne Gretzky, and his all-time favorite dunk. Plus, the guys discuss the raging Torrey Pines debate, Dottie Pepper’s amazing slow-play rant, and give out their AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am picks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We got to hear from Scottie Scheffler for the first time since his Christmas-time hand injury, so the boys break down his comments and what they mean for the future of the world’s best golfer. One of our fellow podcast hosts also had a brutal hand injury on his golf trip to Florida, where he heard that the streets are saying another course is coming to one of Florida's best golf destinations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys are back to weigh in on the first week of TGL and preview Week 2, where Tiger Woods will participate. Plus, the streets are saying that Nick Taylor might be the most clutch athlete on the planet right now. We also debate whether a hot dog at the turn is overrated or underrated after a troubling new report, plus we make some AMEX picks (though Denny McCarthy has now withdrawn, so we’re riding with Harry Hall). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Loop boys break down Hideki Matsuyama’s insane week at Kapalua. Are people overreacting to his 35-under total? We dish out some hot takes on Kapalua and the Hawaii Swing. The boys also debate TGL and why they're torn about it—plus, they pay homage to a Tiger Woods payday that will never be broken. And finally, we give our best bets for this week's Sony Open. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Akshay Bhatia rejoins The Loop podcast after his breakout 2024 to discuss his crazy year. He talks about his win at the Valero Open, the whirlwind journey to get to Augusta National, playing practice rounds with Phil Mickelson and being introduced to his ‘cheat code,’ and much more. Plus, The Loop boys make their 2025 major predictions! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We spoke with Pat Maroon and Robert Thomas about their upcoming big game and about some of their favorite celebrity golf partners. And the gang discusses the Showdown, Bryson’s bubble jacket and a scientific answer to a viral golf debate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We spoke with Bryson DeChambeau about his new apparel deal, teaming up with Brooks Koepka and how he vows to “change the game” again in 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One of the newest Hockey Hall of Fame members, Jeremy Roenick, joins us this week. We talk about the day he got “the call,” the time he got dusted by The Great One on the golf course and the upcoming Pro Rivals Open, which pits former athletes from all four major sports against one another in a competitive golf series. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After spending time with Bryson DeChambeau, Brooks Koepka, Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler recently, Alex Myers tells us what it was like to hang out with the group. Are Bryson and Koepka really buddies now? Not quite ... Myers explains.We also talked about Bandon initiating a lottery for tee times in 2026, Anthony Kim being delusional and why Ryan Moore is on pins and needles this week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys debate the supposed career-defining accomplishment that is making a hole-in-one. Plus, we discuss the coverage of Joel Dahmen (or lack thereof), the TGL’s latest announcement in the Big Apple and the golfiest things in golf this week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex, Steve and CP discuss Rory McIlroy’s latest Race to Dubai title. Plus, the best golfer on the planet RIGHT NOW, an overrated/underrated debate regarding Fall golf and this week’s golfiest things in golf include a crazy vote about animals roaming a golf course. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys take you behind the scenes of the Golf Digest Hot List and let it rip on LIV golfer Adrian Meronk, who stuck his foot in his mouth (again). Plus, can Donald Trump actually save professional golf in 15 minutes? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys open by ranking the best Halloween costumes from the golf world and give out their “best golfer on the planet RIGHT NOW” awards. Plus, the golfiest thing in golf and a debate about drinking on the golf course. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys discuss the PGA Tour’s recent proposals for 2026, who they benefit, who they hurt, and why the fans are the ultimate losers again. Plus, the best player on the planet RIGHT NOW, the golfiest thing in golf and a debate about Fall golf weather. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys recap J.T. Poston’s Shriners win and discuss the TGL’s schedule release, which came with more than a few head-scratchers. Plus, ZOZO Championship best bets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys talk about the ridiculous Ryder Cup ticket prices that made the rounds this week. Plus, we tip our cap to prolific winner Matt McCarty and make our picks for the Shriners Open. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2023 U.S. Open champion Wyndham Clark joins us on this episode and dishes on all the trash talk at the Presidents Cup. Plus, we dive into Rory McIlroy’s latest controversial comments and get a boots-on-the-ground report from the Ryder Cup captain’s press conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys fully digest a wild week at the Presidents Cup, where the U.S. won in another rout. Fortunately, the event still provided plenty of entertainment and plenty of controversy. Plus, we have a chat with seven-time NHL All-Star Erik Karlsson, who is set to start his second season as a member of the Pittsburgh Penguins and his 16th in the league. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

John Smoltz joins us this week and tells us a wild story of how his golf career nearly ended due to a freak injury. Plus, the boys discuss Billy Horschel’s potential path to the Hall of Fame and debate if Lydia Ko is now in the discussion for LPGA Player of the Year with Nelly Korda. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex, Steve and CP discuss the new mental approach for Patton Kizzire, which includes hugging trees and singing Disney songs. It helped the 38-year-old end a lengthy win drought, so we’ll be trying the same routine soon. Plus, an eventful Solheim Cup and Myers and CP both suffer serious heartbreak on the golf course. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys recap a massive week for Andrew “Beef” Johnston, a former golf folk hero who is coming out of a multi-year slump on the DP World Tour. Plus, we hammer the nail into the coffin of our New York Giants and look ahead to the return of the PGA Tour with the Procore Championship in Napa. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex, Steve and CP discuss the dud finish at East Lake, where Scottie Scheffler capped off an incredible season with his first FedEx Cup victory. We also talk about what was good (and bad) about the inaugural Creator Classic. Plus, Stevie’s run as a single-digit handicap comes to an unfortunate end (for now). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

U.S. Amateur champion Josele Ballester joins us live from Arizona State. Keegan Bradley comes up clutch and Lydia Ko ends her lengthy major drought. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Actor Christopher McDonald, AKA “Shooter McGavin,” joins us to discuss his golf game and the long-awaited “Happy Gilmore 2.” Plus, we break down the Country Club Snob saga and make our picks for the BMW Championship. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We recap a crazy Sunday at the Wyndham Championship, where Matt Kuchar caused all sorts of chaos by refusing to finish the 72nd hole in the dark. Plus, Lydia Ko’s medal sweep and a wild F-bomb on the Olympics broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We chat with our huge guest (literally), Christo Lamprecht, whose professional career is underway on the Korn Ferry Tour. Plus, a full Olympics recap and picks for the season-ending Wyndham Championship. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys break down men’s golf in the Summer Olympic Games with an old friend. We talk picks to win, picks to medal and our favorite first-round leader bets at Le Golf National. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fresh off his second major championship at the British Open at Royal Troon, the boys debate if Xander Schauffele is now the Player of the Year over Scottie Scheffler. Plus, Shane Lowry’s reputation takes a hit and we put some respect on Justin Rose’s name. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Golf Digest senior writer Joel Beall joins us live from Royal Troon to discuss all things British Open. Plus, we chat with Kipp Popert, who recently won his second straight U.S. Adaptive Open. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Golf Digest’s own Shane Ryan subs in for Alex Myers this week to talk about the shocking selection of Keegan Bradley as the 2025 U.S. Ryder Cup captain. Plus, a discussion about golf plaques, picks for the Scottish Open and early leans for the Open Championship. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex, Steve and CP come up just short once again with Davis Thompson, who tied for second at the Rocket Mortgage Classic. They talk through their pain as well as Akshay Bhatia’s pain. Plus, a fair and balanced chat about the handicaps of Donald Trump and Joe Biden. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s a jam-packed episode this week following a wild ending to the Travelers Championship in more ways than one. The boys have a lot to debate, like Cameron Young’s 59*, Scottie Scheffler’s dominant run* and why Jon Rahm’s hatred of drones might actually be a good thing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Golf Digest instruction nerd and Bryson whisperer Luke Kerr-Dineen joins us after DeChambeau’s victory at Pinehurst, where LKD was on the scene. We discuss Rory McIlroy’s shocking collapse, why this may have been a top-five U.S. Open we’ve ever seen and why DeChambeau’s latest transformation is so good for golf. Plus, we debate whether Rory was right or wrong to leave the property early and we look ahead to this week’s Travelers Championship. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.