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Justin Thomas on Scottie Scheffler's dominance + Pine Valley trip recap
It's a TSS Double Feature! First, Smylie Kaufman is joined by Justin Thomas - ahead of their trip to Pine Valley - to discuss his recent caddie change, Scottie Scheffler's dominance, and looking forward to the PGA Championship in his hometown of Louisville at Valhalla. Then, Smylie joins Charlie Hulme from the Philadelphia airport to recap the PV trip - starting with Rickie Fowler's ace at the third hole! 02:43 Welcome back to Justin Thomas, our first recurring guest!03:25 Justin tells a great Kevin Kisner story from this past weekend in Hilton Head07:59 JT & SK preview the Pine Valley trip they're about to embark on10:12 Justin discusses his first few weeks with Matt Minister as his new caddie11:25 JT discusses the mental hurdles he's faced this year13:22 What is Justin working on right now15:52 Does JT leaderboard watch during tournaments?17:53 Discussing Scottie Scheffler's consistency off the tee19:10 Emphasis on putting work the past few years20:21 Competing with Scottie Scheffler + the art of winning25:38 Playing the PGA Championship at home in Louisville27:02 Impressions of Valhalla ahead of PGA Championship28:27 What would JT say is his most impressive win?30:45 Which event will Justin play next?
RBC Heritage Recap: Finding New Things To Say About Scottie
In the wake of yet *another* Scottie Scheffler win - this perhaps the most improbable of all on a short turnaround after his victory at the Masters - Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme try to find terms to describe Scottie’s brilliance on the course that haven’t already been used during his four-wins-in-five-starts run. Smylie and Charlie theorize as to what’s being done to market Scottie off the course, and whether there are creative ways to capture his grounded personality in a way that connects with fans. SK and CH compare Scottie’s run to the only golfer on the planet who is in hotter form than he is - Nelly Korda - after her *fifth* win in five starts at the first major of the LPGA season. All that + Miles Russell’s historic feat, Smylie’s big golf trip, and another addition to the Smylie Show gnome family.
Dude Perfect on golf & Augusta National + RBC Heritage preview
We have a tasty Dude Perfect sandwich for you! (which makes the RBC Heritage preview the buns? I dunno). Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme begin by moving from a thrilling Masters week to a preview of the next stop on the PGA TOUR calendar, the signature event at Harbour Town Golf Links. SK then catches up with Tyler Toney and Garrett Hilbert of Dude Perfect, who were in Augusta to watch the first major of 2024. Finally, Smylie and Charlie make their much anticipated one-and-done picks while riding a five-for-their-last-eight heater (although they are officially out of Scottie Scheffler usages).
2024 Masters Journal, Day 4
The 2024 Masters is officially in the books, Scottie Scheffler notches his third win in four starts, and most importantly, the one-and-done heater is alive and well as SK's pick means The Smylie Show has now correctly chosen five of the last eight event winners. Smylie Kaufman, Charlie Hulme, and Larry the Gnome go through a timeline of the action at the year's first major, and wonder if Ludvig Aberg will become the foil to Scottie that pro golf so desperately needs. After a well-deserved pizza break, Smylie and Charlie return to draft teams of the best players who haven't won a major.
2024 Masters Journal, Day 3
After an incredibly entertaining end to Saturday's play at the 2024 Masters, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme announce some HUGE breaking news about a new addition to the show (editor's note: it is both literally and figuratively not huge). Smylie & Charlie break down the all the storylines setting up for a thrilling Masters Sunday, starting at the top with 54-hole leader Scottie Scheffler, and working through the rest of a stacked leaderboard including Collin Morikawa, Max Homa, Ludvig Aberg, Bryson DeChambeau, and Xander Schauffele. Finally, SK & CH end the show with a big surprise! (editor's note: literally)
2024 Masters Journal, Day 2
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down all the action from Friday at the 2024 Masters - but first, they discuss two separate fast food runs made after the recording of the Thursday journal. Day two at Augusta National featured some of the most challenging conditions we've seen at a major championship in a long while, and SK & CH talk about how impressive the rounds of Max Homa, Scottie Scheffler, and Bryson DeChambeau were to stay tied for the lead at six-under. Tiger Woods made history with his 24th consecutive made cut at the Masters, and Smylie and Charlie break down how impressive his performance was, while also discussing whether he has a shot to win this weekend.
2024 Masters Journal, Day 1
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down all the action from Thursday at the 2024 Masters. Bryson DeChambeau jumps out to an early lead with a 7-under 65, but lurking a shot back is Smylie's one-and-done pick, Scottie Scheffler. Tiger Woods is off to a strong start, but has 23 holes to play on Friday before the cut. SK & CH listen to an intriguing piece of sound from Wyndham Clark discussing LIV and the 54 holes remaining in the tournament.
Masters Tournament Preview from TBonz Steakhouse in Augusta
Masters week is here, and Smylie Kaufman & Charlie Hulme are on location at TBonz Steakhouse in Augusta, Georgia with a preview and some picks!
The Heater Continues! Another one-and-done pick hits after a playoff finish at the Valero Texas Open
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are entering unprecedented terrority with a fourth one-and-done winner pick in just seven events, after Akshay Bhatia beat Denny McCarthy in a playoff at the Valero Texas Open. Smylie and Charlie discuss the pick, relive the best moments from "Fridays with Smylie" featuring both Akshay and Rory McIlroy, and do a "CSI: TPC: San Antonio" investigation of Jordan Spieth's adventure on the 18th hole.
Some *Personal* News ...
It's not the Notes app, but this will have to do. After weeks of hinting at a move, we are excited to announce that The Smylie Show has a new home: SportsGrid! Smylie Kaufman reflects on a whirlwind first year that led to this decision, and Charlie Hulme lists all the new places you can find the show via SportsGrid distribution. Stay tuned for more content in your podcast feed soon!
PLAYERS preview: course record watch at Sawgrass???
Smylie begins the show with a bold prediction: we might be on course record watch at TPC Sawgrass! SK and CH continue their PLAYERS preview with some one-and-done picks, a deep dive into Charlie's DFS lineup, and some lines Smylie is workshopping if he and Kevin Kisner get a hole-in-one during their "Friday Happy Hour" coverage. 01:25 Smylie's bold TPC Sawgrass course record prediction 03:32 Does SK like March or May PLAYERS better 08:20 Smylie and Charlie make one-and-done picks 15:43 Charlie builds his DFS lineup with Smylie's help 30:33 Smylie teases his 17th hole coverage for "Friday Happy Hour" this week
Scottie learned how to putt ... uh oh!
After more than a year of struggles with the putter, Scottie Scheffler put together a brilliant performance in the final round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational that could take the world #1 to even higher heights if he keeps it up. Smylie and Charlie wonder if Smylie could win his next three starts given his track record at the PLAYERS, Houston Open, and the Masters. SK and CH also recap Smylie's well-received Friday Happy Hour coverage featuring Jordan Spieth and Max Homa at the API, and the return of a familiar face this week at the PLAYERS.
On the Tee with Chad Mumm of Netflix "Full Swing"
Smylie Kaufman is joined by Chad Mumm, the executive producer of Netflix's hit golf series "Full Swing," as season two premieres. Smylie and Chad discuss major storylines ranging from Rory's last-minute participation in season 1 (and full episode in season 2), the emotion behind both Joel Dahmen and Wyndham Clark's episodes, and the arc that led to this season's Rickie Fowler episode. Plus ... could there be a Spring Breakers episode in the future?? Only time will tell! 00:14 how Chad got into this profession03:09 the level of access Full Swing had to behind-the-scenes moments05:52 educating new audiences on how golf works07:38 the impact Full Swing had on Joel Dahmen10:21 the process of choosing which players will be featured12:45 any players who regretted saying certain things on camera?15:56 how would Chad describe season 2 of Full Swing18:29 getting Rory to participate in Full Swing season 121:08 the luck involved in finding the most compelling player storylines26:28 why LIV was featured less heavily in season 229:10 Rory comparing himself to his peers, like Brooks Koepka30:56 Smylie's favorite episode of season 2, the Wyndham Clark ep33:36 how much Smylie enjoyed the way each episode ended, and the music choices36:29 Smylie relating to the Rickie Fowler episode in season 238:28 Will there be a Spring Breakers episode in the future???39:53 Golf becoming "cool"43:16 How much more footage was captured for season 2 compared to season 1?47:25 Will Smylie make a comeback to get featured on Full Swing?48:01 The two Ryder Cup episodes that close out season 256:28 Keegan Bradley's Ryder Cup snub58:44 Go watch season 2 of Full Swing now!
The Smylie Bump continues + Cleeks vs Wild Cards???
Fresh off the course at PGA National and on the road to Bay Hill for the Arnold Palmer Invitational, Smylie Kaufman throws in some earbuds to recap the Cognizant Classic with Charlie Hulme. Smylie walked with the latest first-time winner on the PGA Tour - Austin Eckroat - as he finished his final round, and gives some insight into the potential Eckroat has to become a star. While the "Smylie Bump" did not propel Shane Lowry to victory, SK and CH discuss whether his fourth-place finish following Jake Knapp's win should be a recruiting tool to get more Tour pros on the pod. Finally, in recapping Anthony Kim's debut on LIV, Charlie declares his allegiance to the "Wild Cards" as Smylie attempts to recruit AK to the Cleeks.
On the Tee with Shane Lowry
Shane Lowry and Smylie Kaufman reunite during "Honda" (now Cognizant) week to relive their opening of the 2016 tournament broadcast by promptly hitting two balls in the water and getting fined for their reactions. Shane explains why he would solve golf's distance debate without rolling back the golf ball, and proposes an alternate solution. Shane also relives the 2023 Ryder Cup in Rome, and why he bristled at the suggestion that he was the "last" pick on Team Europe. 0:14 Shane's stay-at-home dad job this weekend with his daughters 1:42 Do his daughters like to play golf? 3:10 Shane's Gaelic football heritage 9:48 How Shane picked up golf in County Offaly, Ireland 17:01 Shane and Smylie's wedge practice as kids 19:28 The evolution of Shane's opinion on Florida golf 20:38 Shane puts together the perfect Ireland golf trip 28:35 When Shane originally moved from Ireland 30:57 Discussing the WGC at Firestone CC 32:18 Living and practicing in Jupiter, Florida 33:27 Shane's ball-testing day with golf balls that would conform to USGA + R&A rollback 36:13 Shane's proposed solution to increased distance in golf 38:42 Shane recaps the 2023 Ryder Cup in Rome 41:06 Responding to doubters after Luke Donald made Shane a captain's pick 46:36 What makes Sepp Straka such a good player 47:52 Shane on his battle with Sepp Straka in the rain at 2022 Honda Classic 49:20 Shane and Smylie relive their infamous tee shots in the "Bear Trap" at PGA National in 2016
It's KNAPP TIME! Recapping Jake's win in Mexico + discussing LIV rumors
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme begin the show with a victory lap of sorts after watching friend of the pod Jake Knapp notch his first PGA Tour win, as a rookie, at the Mexico Open. SK explains the approach of a Tour pro sleeping on a four-shot lead, then trying to win without your best stuff. With LIV rumors heating up surrounding likely names (Anthony Kim) and not-so-likely ones (Rory McIlroy), Smylie and Charlie discuss the state of the fracture in men's professional golf. Finally, we return with another installation of "Swing Notes," announce our headcover giveaway winner, and make our one-and-done picks for the Cognizant Classic.
On the Tee with Kolby "K-Wayne" Tullier
Smylie Kaufman talks to Kolby "K-Wayne" Tullier about his path from being told he wouldn't walk, to becoming one of the most prolific trainers in professional golf. Kolby tells SK that he was part of the "OG Stable" in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where Kolby started his first gym. Kolby now trains Justin Thomas, Max Homa, Tom Kim, and Tommy Fleetwood, among others.
The In-N-Out Debate
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme discuss a wide-ranging assortment of topics surrounding the Genesis Invitational, including Hideki Matsuyama's historic Sunday charge to a 62, how much Tiger Woods has left in the tank, and the conspiracy theories linking In-N-Out to the influenza outbreak at the tournament. SK and CH also theorize as to why the core group of American stars seem to be in the midst of a slump, and break down some swing video.
Smylie's Wild Week at the WM Phoenix Open
Smylie Kaufman joins the show fresh off a wild week at the WM Phoenix Open that saw him sprinting to the 16th hole at 6:30 am on Saturday, then calling shots at the par three later that day alongside Kevin Kisner. Smylie and Charlie Hulme discuss all of that, plus concerns stemming from several player/fan incidents that boiled over at the traditionally rowdy event. SK also details his Sunday walk alongside Scottie Scheffler, and how stunning the OWGR No. 1's display of talent was despite finishing tied for third.
On the Tee with Jake Knapp
PGA Tour rookie Jake Knapp talks to Smylie Kaufman about his professional journey from working security at a bar, to finishing third in the third start of his rookie season at Torrey Pines. Jake also discusses how his love for weightlifting has translated into a golf swing with easy power (with a bench/squat/ball speed/clubhead speed reveal!), and compares 2020 Call of Duty routines with SK. 0:11 Biggest check Jake & Smylie ever cashed in pro golf 2:19 Jake's finish at the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines 7:47 experiencing the Waste Management Open for the first time 11:48 Jake's professional journey 23:19 working as security at "The Country Club" 35:38 Jake's bench/squat max 42:11 The bodybuilder diet 42:45 Jake's ball speed/clubhead speed 50:19 Video games
A wild, wet and windy week at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am
For the first time in show history, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme record the pod together on location in Pebble Beach! SK & CH begin discussing a fun week of golf and shoots for the channel on the Monterey Peninsula, including a round at Spyglass Hill the day after being used for the AT&T Pro-Am, and an insanely windy trip around the back nine at Pacific Grove Golf Links. Up next is a recap of the week in pro golf, including a 60 for Wyndham Clark and a 59 for Joaquin Niemann that propelled both players to 54-hole wins on their respective tours. Finally, Smylie and Charlie review the PGA Tour's deal with the SSG, what's been said on the topic by Jordan Spieth and Rory McIlroy, and what impact the deal will have on fans of pro golf.
Short game tips from Tour instructor James Sieckmann
James Sieckmann, short-game expert and instructor to a number of different Tour pros (including Smylie), discusses the most productive type of short-game practice, how to judge a bunker lie and adjust accordingly, and the keys to being a successful putter.
Dylan Dethier on Anthony Kim's comeback + "Honey Badger" wins Farmers Insurance Open
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme begin the show recapping an exciting end to the Farmers Insurance Open in which the entire final group was in play on the 72nd hole (along with Jake Knapp!) until Matthieu Pavon made an improbable birdie from the rough to record his first PGA TOUR win as a rookie. Smylie also recounts his time at the PGA Show, where he hit bombs with a ladies driver at TopGolf in front of Tom Watson. Dylan Dethier then joins Smylie to discuss his bombshell report last week that Anthony Kim is considering a return to professional golf after a 12-year absence. Finally, Smylie and Charlie discuss the big news that SK will be in a kayak at the Players Championship on Wednesday.
On the Tee with Trevor Immelman
Trevor Immelman, the 2008 Masters champion and lead golf analyst for CBS, joins Smylie for a discussion ranging from shared cynicism about the state of their respective golf games to the love they've both found for broadcasting after the conclusion of their playing careers. Trevor heaps praise on two international players - Min Woo Lee and Tom Kim - who will likely play in the 2024 Presidents Cup, and makes some predictions about several PGA Tour pros who could be primed for breakout seasons.
Birmingham's own Nick Dunlap makes HISTORY!
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme celebrate a historic day in golf: 20-year-old Nick Dunlap, who is currently a sophomore at the University of Alabama, won the American Express as an amateur, the first time an amateur has won on Tour since Phil Mickelson in 1991. Smylie recounts what it's been like watching Nick grow up in Birmingham, and what an incredible incubator of golf talent that city's been with the concurrent rise of Vanderbilt junior Gordon Sargent. SK and CH also discuss whether it's even a question if Nick will turn pro given all the immediate status that comes with a Tour win.
On the Tee with James Nitties
Smylie Kaufman is joined by a James Nitties - a fellow former PGA and Korn Ferry Tour pro who has found success as a broadcaster after the conclusion of his playing career. James and Smylie discuss all of the Korn Ferry Tour graduates to the PGA Tour, and project which rookies will have the most success in the 2024 season.
Smylie's Hawaiian Kayak Adventures
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap all the action from the Sony Open, beginning with Smylie calling shots from the *ocean* in a kayak. SK and CH discuss the thrilling three-man playoff, Carl Yuan's controversial TIO drop, and Gary Woodland's inspiring return after brain surgery. Smylie and Charlie also review the latest news on the LIV Golf front - including who might end up on Jon Rahm's newly-named team - and Charlie makes a suggestion to the Girl Scouts.
On the Tee with Kevin Kisner
Smylie Kaufman chats with his newly minted "colleague," Kevin Kisner, after the latter made his broadcasting debut for NBC Sports & Golf Channel at the Sentry. Kiz goes into detail on his first week as "media," breaks down what he's been working on in his golf game, and closes the show with one of the more unique Phil Mickelson stories you'll ever hear.
A thorough restructuring of the PGA TOUR + Tiger splits with Nike
Now that the 2024 PGA TOUR season has officially kicked off with Chris Kirk's win at the Sentry, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme address a number of questions, including: whether Kapalua is a good TOUR course, if OWGR changes will lead to LIV getting world ranking points, and whether Jon Rahm will end up on Smylie's beloved Cleeks. Smylie and Charlie also have an in-depth discussion on a restructuring of tours within the tour to better align with player, sponsor, broadcaster and fan interests. Finally, SK and CH discuss Tiger's anticipated announcement that his partnership with Nike is coming to a close.
Rory's surprising LIV comments + 2024 season preview
In a recent appearance on the "Stick To Football" podcast, Rory McIlroy made hugely surprising comments on LIV Golf after spending the better part of the last year or two criticizing the tour. Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme listen and react to several key excerpts from Rory's appearance on STF, before previewing the 2024 PGA Tour season + what lies beyond for the Tour with expected changes coming in 2025.
See You In 2024!
bonusChecking in to let you know we haven't gone anywhere! Just enjoying a holiday break, and hope you are as well. We'll see you with new episodes in 2024!
Tiger's Champs Tour hints + Smylie's tips for playing in wind
In their last podcast episode of 2023, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme discuss a number of recent storylines in the game of golf, including Tiger Woods playing with his son Charlie at the PNC Championship (and perhaps continuing to drop hints about playing the Champions Tour in a few years). SK and CH cover the latest developments in the Tour's negotiations with both a consortium of investors and the PIF, recent comments made by Viktor Hovland, and a group of players upset by the 2024 structure of "signature" events. Smylie also gives some great tips to anyone playing in windy conditions this winter.
On the Tee with Ludvig Åberg
With 2023 nearly in the books, Ludvig Åberg looks back on an incredible year - that he began as a college student at Texas Tech, and ended as a PGA Tour & Ryder Cup winner - with Smylie Kaufman. Ludvig discusses his formative years learning the game of golf in Sweden, a caddie change that he thinks will position him well for major championship success, and which of those majors he is most looking forward to in 2024. As Ludvig heads home for the holidays, he closes the show by sharing a uniquely Swedish Christmas tradition.
Jon Rahm joins LIV Golf
After weeks of rumors, the bombshell news that Jon Rahm is leaving the PGA Tour for LIV Golf has finally been announced. Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme listen to some statements Rahm has made in the past two years related to LIV, and react to both his shift in tone and what this means for the future of professional golf.
Reacting to the USGA + R&A golf ball rollback
With the rumored news of a universal golf ball rollback now made official by the USGA and the R&A, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme discuss the strong reaction to the news on social media and elsewhere, what the actual impact will be in the short and long term, and the PGA Tour's response to those two governing bodies.
Predicting Tiger's 2024 schedule + Rahm to LIV rumors heat up
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down yet another eventful week in golf's "offseason," with Smylie's live from the Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas. SK & CH cover Tiger Woods' return to competitive golf after an injury at the 2023 Masters and predict his 2024 playing schedule, discuss the growing rumors that world #3 Jon Rahm will depart the PGA Tour for LIV, and react to the news that the USGA and R&A plan to roll the golf ball back for not only professionals, but all amateur players as well.
On the Tee with Max Homa
Fresh off his win at the Nedbank Golf Challenge in South Africa (and quick trip back to Las Vegas to play in the Netflix Cup), Max Homa joins Smylie Kaufman for a wide-ranging conversation covering stories from Max's time at Cal, to memories from his first year of fatherhood. While Max is now the 7th-ranked player in the world, he worked hard to establish himself on the PGA Tour, a struggle he and Smylie shared. Max and Smylie look at swing video tracking Max's progress to where he is now, a place he finds "aesthetically pleasing."
Thanksgiving League (aka TGL) Draft
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! And here's something to pass the time as you travel to and from family gatherings...Tiger and Rory's tech-infused indoor league called the TGL is, of course, delayed a year to 2025. But the other TGL - the "Thanksgiving League" remains very much on schedule. Similar to the original TGL, this league is comprised of six teams - but the roster, drafted by Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme, looks very different.Make sure to follow us on social media @thesmylieshow and tell us which team is your favorite!
Åberg's 1st PGA Tour win, TGL delayed, and Tiger returns at the Hero
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down an unusually robust docket of fall golf news, beginning with a first PGA Tour win for a star in the making, Ludvig Åberg. News breaks during the show that the launch of the TGL, an indoor golf league founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy featuring PGA Tour stars, will be postponed a year due to structural damage at the brand new venue when the roof collapsed. Finally, Tiger's return at the Hero World Challenge is discussed, including what should be expected from Tiger playing his first competitive golf since withdrawing from the 2023 Masters.
On the Tee with Lance Armstrong
Lance Armstrong joins Smylie Kaufman to discuss a wide range of topics, from his battle with cancer - one he shares with Smylie's producer and co-host, Charlie Hulme - to the complicated reconciliation of his brilliance as a cyclist with the rampant doping that clouded the sport for years. Lance also shares about his obsession with the game of golf, and how it has helped him bounce back from life's low points.
On the Tee with David & Maxwell Ford
Smylie and Charlie recap the second emotional victory in a matter of weeks on the PGA Tour, as Camilo Villegas dedicates a win to the memory of his daughter Mia at the Butterfield Bermuda Championship. They also discuss Rory McIlroy's comments - and Tiger Woods' attempted intervention - on Patrick Cantlay and Joe LaCava. University of North Carolina juniors - and two of the top-ranked amateur players in the world - David & Maxwell Ford join the show ahead of their start in the RSM Classic this week.
On the Tee with Erik van Rooyen
Smylie is joined by Erik van Rooyen following an incredibly emotional few days for the latest winner on the PGA Tour. Erik and his caddie Alex Gaugert celebrated their win at the World Wide Technology Championship with heavy hearts, as their friend and college teammate Jon Trasamar processes his final days with a terminal cancer diagnosis. Erik played brilliantly in his last nine holes at the WWT, shooting an 8-under 28 to win the tournament and dedicate the victory to Jon. Erik and Alex then traveled immediately to see Jon, and shares some of the memories made on that visit. Erik's win was incredibly significant for his career as well - he entered the week sitting in the 125th, and final, spot on the FedEx Cup points list that would earn him a Tour card next season, and with the win, he guaranteed his full status for 2024.
On the Tee with Gordon Sargent
Smylie is joined by fellow Birmingham, Alabama native Gordon Sargent, who has already clinched his PGA Tour card as a junior at Vanderbilt via the PGA Tour U Accelerated program. Gordon discusses the special invitation he received to the 2023 Masters and what he learned in his week at Augusta National, his elite driving skill that has already earned the admiration of Tour veterans like Adam Scott, and his wild putt on the 72nd hole of the 2023 U.S. Open that went viral. Gordon also details the decision he'll be making as to whether he'll stay in school for his senior year, or turn pro after this season.
Michael Wolf on Golf Magazine's Top 100 + Smylie plays Panther National with JT
We begin today's episode by recapping Smylie's week in Jupiter getting a sneak preview of the new course Justin Thomas designed alongside Jack Nicklaus - Panther National - and then playing Michael Jordan's course, Grove XXIII, with JT the next day. We then welcome Michael Wolf - aka "Bama Bearcat" on X - to the show to discuss course architecture, and the leak of Golf Magazine's World Top 100 courses list.
On the Tee with Viktor Hovland
Smylie Kaufman is joined by six-time PGA Tour victor, winner of the 2023 Tour Championship and FedEx Cup, and the de facto MVP of the 2023 Ryder Cup - Viktor Hovland. Viktor covers everything from how he got hooked on death metal, to the transformative short game work he did this year with Joe Mayo, to his chip-in (with Smylie's call!) on the first hole at the Ryder Cup. 1:54 Ryder Cup songs + what he's been up to since5:40 The origins of his golf game14:02 How he got into death metal16:41 College years at Oklahoma State21:00 Early pro years and "Big Three" with Morikawa & Wolff23:58 Short game work with Joe Mayo (video breakdown)42:31 Smylie's prediction on Golf Digest pod47:18 Smylie covering Viktor's Friday AM foursomes group at Ryder Cup53:11 Playing with Ludvig Åberg
Morikawa ends drought at Zozo, Phil on LIV's future, and retiring Ryder Cup captains
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down Collin Morikawa's first win since the 2021 Open Championship, and whether his win at the Zozo Championship could be the springboard for a big 2024 season. They also discuss Phil Mickelson's comments about tons of players being interested in making the jump to LIV golf, and try to realistically figure out who those players could be. Plus - a former Ryder Cup captain makes a strong statement about whether he'll continue as part of the Team USA backroom staff.
On the Tee with Michael Neff
Michael Neff, creator of the GEARS Sports system that maps 3D models of the golf swing, joins Smylie to discuss the origins of his invention and the Tour pros he works with now. Michael breaks down Smylie's swing, in addition to Rory McIlroy, Cam Smith, and Billy Horschel. Check out video of Michael's swing analysis using GEARS now at youtube.com/@TheSmylieShow.
Tom Kim's Tiger-esque feat + Lexi Thompson at the Shriners
Smylie welcomes Charlie back from spinal surgery (wearing a hilariously large neck brace) and recaps his weekend in Baton Rouge before getting into the golf. SK and CH discuss Tom Kim's third PGA TOUR win at the age of 21, and Lexi Thompson's strong showing before narrowly missing the cut, at the Shriners Children's Open. Smylie and Charlie also continue to monitor Ludvig Aberg's continued ascent, and the latest developments with LIV Golf and the framework deal with the PIF.
On the Tee with Patrick Renna
Patrick Renna, known by many as "Hamilton Porter" (aka the Great Hambino) from one of the most iconic baseball movies ever made, "The Sandlot," joins Smylie Kaufman to discuss that role, plus the hilariously honest "play a hole with me" golf videos he's been making on Instagram.
Five-way playoff at the Sanderson Farms!
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the latest FedEx Cup Fall event at the Sanderson Farms Championship, which turned into a Sunday thriller with at least eight players in contention and five of them making it into a playoff. Smylie was walking with the final group of Ben Griffin and Carl Yuan for Golf Channel, and assesses the impact that this near miss will have on Griffin's game and mentality going forward. SK and CH also discuss Ludvig Aberg making it into a playoff in his first PGA TOUR start since winning the Ryder Cup with Europe.