Episodes

  • TGL Debut Recap: Bay Boys Blowout, Discovering Ludvig, and Tough Night to be a Pigeon
    Jan 8 2025

    On this episode of The Smylie Show, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the inaugural match of the TGL, a dominating 9-2 win for Charlie's Bay Golf Club (aka the Bay Boys) over the NYGC Pigeons. They dive into the innovative format, player reactions, fan engagement at SoFi Center, and what went right and wrong. Additionally, Smylie and Charlie analyze TGL's target audience, discuss standout moments, and speculate on how the league might evolve.

    Highlights include:

    • Triples format excitement

    • Ludvig: golf's newest heartthrob

    • Simulator accuracy and player adjustments

    • Crowd energy and heckling

    • Production quality and pacing

    • Potential improvements for future matches

    Join the conversation and share your take on golf's newest competition!

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    CHAPTERS:

    00:00 - Intro

    01:34 - TGL Match 1 Recap

    10:09 - Fan Experience at TGL

    16:31 - Impressions of the Stadium

    17:09 - Strength of the Holes

    19:13 - Simulator Accuracy

    20:13 - Players' Perspective

    23:40 - Player Reception and Enjoyment

    25:28 - Audience Engagement and Viewership

    27:01 - Changes in the Greens

    31:46 - LIV and TGL

    34:54 - Camera Time

    37:00 - Opportunities for OWGR Top 50 Players

    39:30 - Team Dynamics

    42:18 - Pigeon Controversy

    43:44 - TGL vs The Match

    46:50 - Network Discussion

    49:20 - Rotten Tomatoes Score

    53:15 - Sony Open One and Done Plans

    56:50 - Outro

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    57 mins
  • Hideki Matsuyama's HISTORIC 35-Under: Inside His Record-Breaking Week
    Jan 6 2025

    Join us for another episode of The Smylie Show, as Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down the record-setting week that saw Hideki Matsuyama smash the 72-hole PGA TOUR scoring record at the Sentry. From incredible wedge play to a successful debut for his center-shafted putter, we take a dive into the factors behind Hideki's dominance at Kapalua - including favorable conditions that yielded low scores across the board. Plus, get insights into Collin Morikawa's runner-up finish, and some new routines that are key to his iron play.

    The guys also dive into equipment changes across the Tour, including Max Homa's move to Cobra/Puma/Lululemon, and buzz around some new equipment put into play this week. Get their takes on potential Tour Championship format changes (match play???) and some "Luke Clanton Rule" changes to the PGA TOUR U Accelerated system that could impact the pathway college players take to the pros.

    Don't forget to like and subscribe for more expert golf insights and analysis each week! #golfpodcast

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    CHAPTERS:

    00:00 - Aloha

    01:36 - Drive Home Experience

    04:26 - Is Walker a lefty???

    06:32 - Hideki Matsuyama's Putter

    08:15 - Kapalua Course Conditions

    17:15 - Hideki's Record-Breaking Performance

    21:38 - Underrating Hideki Matsuyama

    28:51 - Collin Morikawa's week + new pre-shot routine

    39:40 - Viktor Hovland "owning his swing"

    42:05 - Will Zalatoris

    43:34 - New Segment!

    47:59 - Happy Hour Highlights

    51:02 - The Sicko Gear Tinkerer Report

    54:06 - PGA TOUR U Points System Discussion

    1:02:45 - New Tour Championship format?

    1:04:38 - Like & Subscribe Reminder

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • 2025 Season Preview: Major Winner & Award Predictions
    Jan 1 2025

    Join us on another episode of The Smylie Show, as Smylie and Charlie break down the favorites for all four majors (including Scottie Scheffler's incredible odds as the betting favorite) and predict awards for the upcoming season.

    Get expert predictions on potential breakthrough stars, first-time major winners, and which LIV Golf players could make waves in 2025. The guys analyze Victor Hovland's recent injury, Justin Thomas's path back to elite form, and why young stars like Sahith Theegala and Nick Dunlap are poised for massive years.

    From Scottie Scheffler's chances at another historic season to dark horse picks for each major championship, this comprehensive season preview covers everything you need to know heading into 2025. Like and subscribe for more golf insights and predictions throughout the season!

    #pgatour #scottiescheffler #golfpredictions #golf #golftips #golfswing #pgatour #golfpodcast #progolf #golfpodcast #smyliekaufman #smylie #smylieshow #swingtips #presidentscup #rydercup #golftrip #golftrips #youtubegolf #fyp #xanderschauffele #scottiescheffler #justinthomas #pgabetting #golfbettingtips

    CHAPTERS:

    00:00 - Intro

    04:25 - Scottie Scheffler Injury

    09:45 - 2025 Season Preview Insights

    10:47 - Scottie Scheffler's Upcoming Season

    19:40 - Viktor Hovland Injury

    26:45 - Comeback Player of the Year

    28:44 - Bounce Back Year Predictions

    37:06 - 2025 Major Odds Overview

    43:19 - PGA Championship at Quail Hollow

    47:26 - US Open at Oakmont

    55:20 - Open Championship at Royal Portrush

    1:02:40 - Xander Schauffele

    1:05:10 - First-Time Major Winner Predictions

    1:05:40 - Major Dark Horse Candidates

    1:17:03 - Rookie of the Year Predictions

    1:22:05 - Player of the Year Predictions

    1:24:29 - What's Best for Golf Discussion

    1:24:55 - Final Predictions for 2025

    1:25:30 - Final Thoughts

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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • Maverick McNealy: His First PGA TOUR Win + Hockey Training for Swing Speed
    Dec 30 2024

    The Smylie Show closes out 2025 by catching up with the final PGA TOUR winner of the season, Maverick McNealy. Mav talks to Smylie about his first win on TOUR at the RSM Classic, retooling his swing to recover from a major injury, and how his hockey background translates to increased swing speed.

    Highlights:

    • McNealy breaks down the crucial 4-footer that sealed his win

    • Insights into his swing changes and work with coach Scott Hamilton

    • The surprising connection between hockey and golf in McNealy's game

    • How growing up with a tech CEO father shaped his approach to golf and business

    • McNealy's thoughts on recent PGA Tour changes and signature events

    Plus, Maverick shares his new passion for flying and how it's impacting his tournament travel. From first PGA Tour win to first solo flight, McNealy's career is truly taking off!

    Don't miss this candid conversation with one of golf's rising stars. Like, comment, and subscribe for more inside looks at the world of professional golf!

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    CHAPTERS:

    00:00 - Intro

    00:17 - Maverick McNealy

    00:57 - Personal Updates

    03:06 - RSM Classic Highlights

    05:09 - Thoughts on the 18th Green

    11:35 - Collaborating with Scott Hamilton

    11:55 - Injury History

    17:42 - 2014 US Open with Smylie

    22:43 - Reflections on Your Dad

    25:50 - Hockey vs Golf Comparison

    28:10 - Hockey Skills in Golf

    33:56 - Lessons from Your Dad

    37:34 - Maverick McNealy: PGA Tour CEO

    38:53 - Current FedEx Cup Format

    42:38 - Reducing Field Size: 125 to 100

    47:52 - Experience Flying a Plane

    51:10 - Like & Subscribe

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    51 mins
  • TGL Preview: Rickie Fowler + Virtual Hole Design with Augie Piza
    Dec 18 2024

    Join us this week on another episode of The Smylie Show with Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme! In this episode, Rickie Fowler joins the show as he shares his experience testing the groundbreaking SoFi Center setup and reveals what players can expect when the league launches January 7. Award-winning golf course architect Augie Piza takes us through his innovative course designs and the creation process behind them. Finally, Smylie and Charlie officially announce the TGL teams they will be supporting.

    Highlights include:

    • Rickie's insights on playing in the indoor arena

    • Behind-the-scenes details of the virtual course technology

    • Insight on six of the hole designs

    • How players will adapt to the 40-second shot clock

    • The hosts selecting their TGL teams for the inaugural season

    Perfect for golf fans curious about the future of professional golf and how technology is revolutionizing the sport. Watch as traditional golf meets modern innovation in this groundbreaking new league.

    #TGL #GolfTechnology #VirtualGolf #RickieFowler #FutureOfGolf #GolfInnovation #PGATour #GolfLife #golfenthusiasts #homegolfsimulator #golfvr #diygolfsimulator #golfsimulatorvideos #golf #golftips #golfswing #pgatour #golfpodcast #progolf #golfpodcast #smyliekaufman #smylie #smylieshow #swingtips #presidentscup #rydercup #golftrip #golftrips #youtubegolf #fyp #xanderschauffele #scottiescheffler #justinthomas

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    CHAPTERS:

    00:00 - Intro

    02:43 - TGL Preview

    09:18 - Crew Behind TGL

    10:53 - Rickie Fowler Interview

    17:46 - NY Golf Club Logo

    19:10 - Missing the screen?

    23:10 - SoFi Center Experience

    27:20 - Shot Clock

    28:32 - Hitting from the Rough

    30:05 - Preseason Power Rankings

    32:30 - Augie Piza

    38:36 - Design Philosophy Influences

    41:50 - Temple Hole Overview

    48:09 - Plank Hole Overview

    53:42 - Bonnie Lake Overview

    57:54 - Sidewinder and Serpent Overview

    59:58 - On The Rocks Overview

    1:04:12 - TGL Team Selections

    1:19:45 - Wrap-Up

    1:21:32 - Like & Subscribe

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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Tiger Woods vs Scottie Scheffler + Swag Golf's Nick Venson
    Dec 16 2024

    Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are back on a mid-December Smylie Show with a triple feature: the Tiger Woods vs Scottie Scheffler debate, an interview with the founder and CEO of Swag Golf, Nick Venson ... and, of course, more commentary on UNC's shock hiring of Bill Belichick as their next head football coach.

    We begin the show with Charlie sporting a Drake Maye jersey and firing off some Tar Heel homer takes, only to have his enthusiasm dampened by noted LSU Tiger Smylie. When the golf talk finally begins, it is Scottie Scheffler's ninth win of 2024 at the Hero World Challenge that revived some hot-take comparisons online to Tiger Woods' best seasons. In particular, SK and CH take a look at Tiger in 2000 and Vijay Singh in 2004 in comparison to Scottie in 2024.

    The second half of the show features Smylie's conversation with Nick Venson, the founder and CEO of Swag Golf. Nick charts his fascinating journey from a kid who collected Scotty Cameron putters, to producing a special line of headcovers for the USA Ryder Cup team, to now making his own Swag putters via an innovative process.

    CHAPTERS:

    00:00 - Intro

    00:53 - UNC Football

    04:17 - Bill Belichick Legacy

    09:25 - Greatest of All Time Debate

    15:36 - Comparing Scottie Scheffler's 2024 Season to Tiger's 2000 Season

    18:17 - Tiger Woods' Strong Handshake

    19:25 - Scottie vs. Tiger and Vijay: A Comparison

    22:30 - Scottie’s 2024 vs. Palmer and Nicklaus

    25:10 - Why Tiger Woods Remains Relevant

    26:30 - Scottie and Vijay

    34:05 - Ranking Scottie's season

    41:45 - Interview with Nick Venson of Swag Golf

    44:30 - Nick's Entry into the Putter Business

    46:35 - Nick's Journey in Starting Swag Golf

    51:40 - Inspiration Behind Putter Designs

    55:10 - Engaging the Younger Generation

    57:30 - Strategy Behind Limited Releases

    1:00:26 - Swag Ryder Cup Captain’s Gift

    1:03:59 - What's New from Swag Golf

    1:05:31 - When Did Swag Golf Achieve Success?

    1:08:19 - Nick's Insights

    1:10:00 - Wrapping Up

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Pro Golf Mom: Jessica Korda's Next Chapter
    Dec 12 2024

    Jessica Korda opens up about stepping away from the LPGA Tour, her journey into motherhood, and plans for a potential 2026 comeback. She shares candid insights about balancing family life with professional golf, her incredible travel experiences, and what it's like being part of one of golf's most talented families.

    Get an inside look at the demanding LPGA Tour schedule, and hear Jessica's perspective on the tour's evolution since her 2011 debut. She discusses her back injury, the challenges of LPGA Tour travel, and how becoming a mom has changed her outlook on the game.

    Plus, Jessica shares never-before-heard stories about growing up with sister Nelly Korda and brother Sebastian, revealing the competitive spirit that drives their family's success across golf and tennis. She also gives her thoughts on the future of women's golf and her upcoming role at the Grant Thornton Invitational.

    A must-watch conversation about family, professional golf, and finding balance in life at the highest level of women's sports.

    Make sure to like and subscribe for more golf insight!

    #golf #lpga #jessicakorda #nellykorda #womensgolf #golfpodcast #progolf #lpgatour

    CHAPTERS:

    00:00 - Intro

    01:10 - Life Updates

    07:00 - Current Golf Status

    17:47 - LPGA Tour Schedule & Travel

    20:44 - Professional Packing Tips

    21:37 - Golf in Asia

    23:20 - Money Influx in Women's Golf

    25:00 - Saudi Involvement in Women's Golf

    28:50 - Favorite Airlines

    32:50 - Improving the LPGA Tour

    35:23 - Czech Heritage & Athlete Parents

    42:00 - Runs in the Family

    51:30 - Playing vs. Nelly

    57:30 - Outro

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    59 mins
  • The Inevitable Scottie Scheffler: Hero World Challenge Recap
    Dec 10 2024

    On this episode of The Smylie Show, join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme as they recap the Hero World Challenge! They break down yet another "inevitable" Scottie Scheffler performance en route to his ninth win in 2024, recap Tiger Woods' commentary as Smylie sat alongside him in the booth, and discuss a Justin Thomas equipment change that could pay major dividends in 2025. The guys also dive into Charlie's experience at the Butch Harmon School of Golf, College Football Playoff selection drama, and the wild Bill Belichick to UNC rumors.

    Highlights:

    • JT's new 46-inch driver and the distance he's added

    • Scottie Scheffler's new putting grip

    • Tiger Woods' insights from the broadcast booth

    • 2025 major championship predictions

    • College football playoff controversies and Bill Belichick

    CHAPTERS:

    00:00 - Welcome back

    05:24 - Charlie’s Butch Harmon Experience

    08:02 - Scottie Scheffler is Inevitable

    10:18 - Scottie’s New Putting Grip

    17:00 - Scottie’s Ball Striking Analysis

    18:45 - Tiger Woods in the Booth

    22:16 - Scottie Scheffler vs. Tiger Woods

    25:50 - What's Ahead for Scottie Scheffler

    29:03 - Justin Thomas

    38:54 - Final Thoughts on the Hero World Challenge

    41:08 - Tiger in the Booth and Smylie Show Potential

    47:10 - UNC Football and Bill Belichick Discussion

    51:11 - College Football Playoff

    57:47 - College Pick'em Winner Announcement

    59:54 - Next Guest: Jessica Korda

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    1 hr and 2 mins