The Smylie Show

Smylie Kaufman is joined by two-time major champion Xander Schauffele on our latest longform conversation with a Tour pro on "The Smylie Show." We go all the way back to Xander's college days, the pressures of Q School and the Korn Ferry Tour that followed, and the manner in which he bursted onto the PGA TOUR scene. Xander details several key moments during that rookie year that were pivotal in his development, his near misses at majors in the ensuing years, and what it felt like to finally win one - and then another one - in 2024. We finally let Xander (and his two dogs) go to complete their move to a new home, but not without some cigar talk and a hilarious fishing story from his rookie year.

Chapters

00:00 Xander's Moving Experience

02:00 Eating Habits and Cigar Culture

03:52 Adjusting to Florida Life with Pets

05:04 College Journey and Early Career

07:53 Transitioning to Professional Golf

10:56 Challenges on the Korn Ferry Tour

13:51 First PGA Tour Experiences

16:54 Breakthrough at Erin Hills

19:50 Winning on the PGA Tour

24:45 The Journey to Success

28:32 Mentality and Growth in Golf

30:58 The Road to Major Championships

38:34 Overcoming Challenges in Major Tournaments

49:24 Validation and Future Aspirations

Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme as they delve into the latest news in the golf world, including Austin Eckroat's victory at the World Wide Technology Championship and Rory McIlroy's swing changes. Smylie and Charlie also cover Maverick McNealy's analysis of, and proposal correcting, FedEx Cup points distributions that seemed skewed in 2024. SK and CH continue to review player reaction to the PGA TOUR card changes proposed for 2026, examine the DP World Tour's place within the professional golf ecosystem, and discuss comments made by Rory McIlroy that could be the final straw in instigating change for the FedEx Cup playoffs.

Chapters

00:00 Tough Weekend Scene for Smylie & Charlie

02:57 Austin Eckroat's second PGA TOUR win

05:59 Comparing Young American Golf Stars

09:08 Max Greyserman's Recent Performances

15:04 Doppelganger Talk

22:22 Maverick McNealy fixes the FedEx Cup point problem

34:24 Player Reactions to PGA TOUR card and field size changes

38:09 The Future of the DP World Tour

49:54 The Race to Dubai: Analyzing the Current Standings

59:47 Rory McIlroy's Swing Changes and 2025 Schedule

01:05:53 The Future of the FedEx Cup Playoffs

In this episode, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme discuss the current state of professional and amateur golf, beginning with reports that the PGA TOUR and LIV GOLF - via the PIF - are close to a deal that would bring the two leagues under the same umbrella. Brentley Romine joins the show to discuss the shifting landscape of collegiate athletics, and the challenges facing college golf programs, including roster cuts and the effects of NIL on recruiting.

Chapters

02:40 Reports that the PGA TOUR is close to a deal with the PIF to unify with LIV GOLF

06:04 Antitrust Issues and Political Influence

09:50 The Future of Professional Golf

12:43 Where Team Golf fits in the Pro Golf Landscape

15:10 Changes in College Golf

22:11 Interview with Brentley Romine on College Golf

33:07 NIL and College Athletics Compensation

36:55 The Impact of Money on College Golf Decisions

39:22 PGA Tour U and Player Development

43:28 Gordon Sargent's Decision to Stay in College

46:41 Evaluating PGA Tour U Points System

51:19 Fall Season Insights and Predictions

54:16 The Future of College Golf Championships

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PGA TOUR winner (and insightful follow on X) Michael Kim joins Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme on The Smylie Show as they dive into some big proposed changes to how many PGA TOUR cards are available, and the structure of many tournaments, for the 2026 season.

We begin the show with a very heartwarming family golf moment for Smylie ... and some big breaking Hope Valley Men's League news from Charlie. SK and CH then discuss family Halloween costumes, before welcoming Michael onto the show.

In addition to TOUR changes, Michael breaks down the state of his game, the latest news on the PGA TOUR - LIV GOLF negotiations, and explains how he decided to start sharing an inside look at a TOUR pro's life on X.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:18 - Catching Up

04:58 - Halloween Costumes

09:04 - Hope Valley Thursday Night Men's League

12:30 - Michael Kim joins the show

18:32 - The state of Michael Kim's golf game

21:45 - Preparing for the PGA TOUR

25:16 - Michael discusses young pros having success on TOUR

26:38 - Chasing freedom in golf

28:53 - Dealing with missed cuts

31:10 - Struggling as a TOUR pro

35:47 - Proposed changes to the PGA TOUR

40:00 - Impact of changes on Korn Ferry Tour

45:50 - DP World Tour pathway to PGA TOUR

51:13 - Interest in joining the PAC?

52:38 - Michael Kim's "commissioner for a day" PGA TOUR changes

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are joined by Kyle Porter, who has gone independent with his "Normal Sport" newsletter (which you can sign up for at NormalSport.com) after twelve years of covering golf for CBS. Kyle discusses recent headline comments made by Rory McIlroy in his newsletter about the way golf is covered, examines the state of LIV Golf three years into the league's existence, and explores the future of golf content - both on the pro side, and on YouTube. The episode concludes with Kyle, Smylie and Charlie snake drafting their favorite (and least favorite) major championships from the last decade.

Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme as they recap the PGA TOUR's lone event in Japan, the ZOZO CHAMPIONSHIP. Smylie and Charlie recap the excellent weeks that both Justin Thomas and Rickie Fowler had in finishing top five, and what it means for their 2025 campaign on TOUR. Smylie dives deep on two key pieces of equipment for Rickie, explaining the Mini Driver trend we've seen the past year on TOUR. SK and CH wrap the episode with a letter sent from the Player Advisory Council explaining some big changes on the way in 2026 that could see a significant reduction in PGA TOUR cards.

As we look ahead to the 2025 season, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme welcome on a fellow SportsGrid teammate, Keith Stewart, to share some of the expertise he's gained as the founder of Read The Line - check out his work at readtheline.com.

Keith shares the story behind his transition from green-grass PGA Professional to golf gambling expert, and provides insight into the way he researches and predicts winners - at an incredibly high rate over the past two seasons.

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the action from the 2024 Shriners Children's Open, with Smylie fresh out of the Golf Channel booth!

Smylie and Charlie begin by discussing the state of SK's golf game (trending!) and some New York area courses he was able to play this week while working out of Stamford, CT. We then move to JT Poston's win in Vegas, and look at some winners and losers around the Top 125 threshold needed to retain a Tour card for the 2025 season.

The episode wraps with an examination of some unusually high ticket prices for the 2025 Ryder Cup, and Scottie Scheffler's College GameDay appearance.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

02:00 - JT Poston Wins Shriners

05:55 - Smylie's Golf Game Update

08:05 - Piping Rock and Northeast Golf

16:49 - Maury Povich

19:53 - Shriners Open Recap

22:00 - Minimalist House Music Interlude

24:10 - Smylie's Return to Golf

27:30 - JT Poston's Season Overview

31:53 - Joel Dahmen's 15th Club Penalty

34:55 - ZOZO Championship Field

41:35 - 2023 ZOZO Championship Highlights

41:38 - 2025 Ryder Cup Ticket Prices

52:50 - Scottie Scheffler

55:00 - Did Jail Change Scottie Scheffler?!

1:00:00 - Final Thoughts

1:02:15 - Outro

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme check in for a rare late-night live show following the conclusion of the Black Desert Championship! Smylie is fresh off a Baton Rouge trip with his family to watch his alma mater, LSU, win an overtime thriller against Ole Miss, and Charlie is back at home (and out of the dreaded hospital chair) after the arrival of his daughter. SK and CH catch up on the latest headline stories in the golf world, talk some football, and preview some exciting content on deck the next few weeks.

- Recap the weekend in golf with insights from the Black Desert Championship.

- Smylie discusses his recent trip to Baton Rouge and the LSU game.

- Charlie shares his experience adjusting to life after the arrival of his daughter.

- Close the show with a preview of upcoming golf content and stories.

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CHAPTERS:

01:23 - LSU vs Ole Miss Recap

09:29 - UNC vs Georgia Tech Recap

12:02 - Matt McCarty Wins Black Desert Championship

15:34 - PGA Tour Fall Series Handling

19:59 - KFT Graduates and PGA Tour Starts

27:10 - Mailbag

28:30 - Criticisms of Short Field Events

31:10 - Charlie’s Whiteboard Fixes

33:07 - Future Venue Selection in Golf

36:05 - Resort Courses on PGA Tour

39:35 - New TV Changes in Golf

41:12 - Fridays with Smylie

44:15 - Rolling Leaderboards in Golf

51:17 - Rory McIlroy on Media

53:26 - Role of Media in Golf

1:05:55 - News & Notes

1:10:10 - Sleep Deprivation

Join us for another episode of The Smylie Show as we kick things off with co-host Charlie Hulme, who shares the heartwarming news of becoming a proud girl dad while joining the podcast from a hospital room. The conversation shifts to the much-anticipated chat with Canadian golf stars and recent International Team members, Corey Conners & Taylor Pendrith, as they talk about their Presidents Cup experiences and reflect on their respective journeys from Canada to the PGA Tour. They also dive into their days at Kent State University, current states of their golf games, and more!

🔹 Recap the weekend in golf

🔹 College Stories

🔹 Presidents Cup experiences

🔹 Unique golf journeys

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Charlie is a girl dad!!

07:29 - Sanderson Farms Championship

15:22 - Tyrrell Hatton wins the Dunhill Links

20:45 - COREY CONNERS

22:40 - Kent State Golf Pipeline

24:15 - Canadian Junior Golf Development

28:27 - Improving Golf Game

36:38 - Presidents Cup Team Selection

38:45 - Favorite Moments from Presidents Cup

41:13 - Recovery Time After Presidents Cup

45:50 - TAYLOR PENDRITH

50:13 - Journey to Golf Success

52:30 - Path to the PGA Tour

57:16 - Taylor’s Putting Improvements

1:02:15 - Playing Well with Mike Weir

1:03:48 - Most Memorable Day of Golf

1:05:35 - Playing with Adam Scott

1:08:27 - Balancing Fatherhood and Golf

1:09:27 - Who Won between Corey and Taylor?

1:10:14 - Like & Subscribe

Kevin Kisner & Willy Wilcox Presidents Cup Recap + Ways You Can Help Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts

Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme on another episode of The Smylie Show! This week, they discuss the massive impact of Hurricane Helene on the Southeast U.S. and share ways you can help, before welcoming two of golf's most entertaining figures on the show. They're first joined by 4x PGA TOUR winner and Presidents Cup assistant captain Kevin Kisner, who discusses his first year broadcasting golf and recounts some USA team room highlights from Montreal. PGA TOUR pro-turned-caddie Willy Wilcox joins next to discuss his experience on the other side of the Presidents Cup, as he carries for Sungjae Im. Willy reflects on his journey from player to caddie, and details some of the International player reactions to decisions made by captain Mike Weir.

HURRICANE HELENE & HOW YOU CAN HELP:

- The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina: https://cfwnc.fcsuite.com/erp/donate

- Operation Airdrop: https://www.operation-airdrop.com/hurricane-helene

- Manna Food Bank: https://www.mannafoodbank.org/

- BeLoved Asheville: https://belovedasheville.com/

- Samaritan's Purse Disaster Relief: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/nam/

- Blue Ridge Public Radio - Ways to donate and help flood victims in Western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene: https://www.bpr.org/bpr-news/2024-09-28/list-ways-to-donate-and-help-flood-victims-in-western-north-carolina-after-hurricane-helene

- Carolina's Guide donation links: https://www.instagram.com/p/DAef9EZJpjR/?img_index=1

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:00 - Dunhill Links Championship

02:50 - Korn Ferry Tour Championship

04:40 - Preview of Today's Show

05:50 - Hurricane Helene

12:01 - Kevin Kisner intro

17:00 - Kevin Kisner's Broadcasting Experience

19:58 - Changes for Tour Championship

24:37 - Jim Furyk as Captain

28:33 - Saturday Afternoon Pairings

30:55 - Max Homa's Hole Out

31:50 - Presidents Cup Format Change

33:18 - Sunday Morning Insights

34:40 - Team Room Celebration

36:56 - Willy Wilcox

40:40 - Transition to Caddying

43:38 - Willy's First "Oh No" Moment

45:34 - Presidents Cup Experience

47:30 - Team Room Atmosphere

53:10 - Presidents Cup After Party

57:55 - Korn Ferry Tour Championship Recap

59:50 - Outro

The 2024 Presidents Cup is officially in the books, and Team USA comes away victorious for the 13th time in 15 tries, notching the largest margin of victory ever for an away team in the competition. In addition to the Sunday Singles action, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme take a big picture look at the week in Montreal, grading all twelve players on each team and their captains, and discussing some of the extracurriculars that Tom Kim brought up in his Saturday press conference. SK and CH close the episode with a look ahead to the 2025 Ryder Cup, making some predictions as to which Americans on this Presidents Cup team will make it to Bethpage, and which ones will miss out.

After back-to-back stunning 5-0 sweeps on Thursday and Friday, the fireworks were more subdued on Saturday at the 2024 Presidents Cup, as Team USA won both sessions by a score of 3-1 to carry a four-point lead over the International side into Sunday singles matches. Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down all of Saturday's action, discuss some interesting post-round quotes from Tom Kim, and react to the release of the singles matchups that will decide who takes the Cup home from Royal Montreal.

We are two days into the 2024 Presidents Cup, and history has been made. A day removed from a 5-0 USA sweep of the fourball session, the International side responded with their own stunning 5-0 foursomes sweep, leveling the score as we set up for a thrilling weekend at Royal Montreal.

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme discuss Friday's energetic atmosphere, the lopsided nature of numerous International wins - including the 7&6 scoreline of the Matsuyama/Im vs Schauffele/Cantlay match that Smylie was covering, and react to the release of pairings for the first session on Saturday morning.

The first day of the 2024 Presidents Cup is in the books, and the visitors are off to a hot start with a resounding 5-0 sweep of Thursday's fourball session. Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down all the action from Royal Montreal, with Smylie fresh off the golf course covering the Morikawa/Theegala vs Lee/Scott match for Golf Channel. Smylie gives his thoughts on that match, plus the most exciting moment of the day as Scottie Scheffler and Tom Kim squared off. The show closes with a look at all the pairings for Friday's foursomes session.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:17 - Presidents Cup Overview

02:49 - International Team Chances

05:54 - Issues for the Internationals

10:39 - Mike Weir's Strategy Changes

12:22 - Presidents Cup Improvements

13:55 - Jim Furyk's Friday Plan

14:38 - Justin Ray Stats

19:30 - Need for Rivalry in Presidents Cup

21:58 - Creating Competitive Animosity

27:47 - Friday Foursomes Pairings

32:10 - Final Thoughts & Sign Off

The Smylie Show 2024 Presidents Cup previews continue with Smylie Kaufman fresh off the golf course at Royal Montreal and prepared with some insights. Smylie compares RMGC to courses on Tour, shares his setup observations, and predicts the type of player or team that it suits best. Finally, Smylie and Charlie Hulme make some predictions for how the 2024 competition will play out - including what the road map looks like for the International team if they want to pull off an upset.

Key Highlights:

- Exclusive course insights from Smylie after his on-ground exploration.

- Discuss Smylie’s recent adventures in Montreal, including trying local cuisine.

- Preview the international and U.S. teams' strategies, highlighting players to watch.

- Close the show with bold predictions and fun banter between the hosts.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:17 - www.ahead.com

02:35 - www.therecoverypen.com

07:06 - On-Site Observations

11:33 - Royal Montreal Golf Club Overview

17:22 - Course Conditions

22:50 - Course Statistics

23:33 - Rough Analysis

25:20 - Bunker Challenges

26:00 - Putting Contest?

27:44 - Green Conditions

31:20 - Course Strategies

32:02 - Hole 14

35:50 - Player Pairing Strategies

38:30 - What does the roadmap to an International win look like?

49:32 - Predictions for the Presidents Cup

1:11:30 - See You Next Time

Presidents Cup week has arrived, and the first Smylie Show preview covers potential pairings for Team USA and International, who got snubbed, which strategies we’ll see Jim Furyk and Mike Weir employ, and more!

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme begin by recapping a thrilling finish at the BMW PGA Championship, as Rory McIlroy comes up just short a second straight week. Billy Horschel’s playoff win leads to a renewed discussion about a “global tour,” and whether the fall might be a perfect opportunity to have the PGA TOUR’s best play abroad in elite DP World Tour events.

Smylie and Charlie wrap the show with a preview of the Tobacco Road project that will be on the channel soon - don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for that + more golf insights! #pgatour #progolf #golftrip #pgachampionship #memorial #justinthomas #scottiescheffler #golfpodcast #pgatourpodcast #presidentscup
 

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:35 - Baby Watch continues

04:20 - Smylie's New Painting Reveal

05:00 - Charlie’s Granddad at Pebble Beach

07:30 - Check out www.therecoverypen.com

13:58 - Recapping the BMW PGA Championship

18:52 - Billy Horschel's Presidents Cup Snub

19:51 - DP World Tour and PGA Tour Relationship

26:45 - Attracting More PGA Tour Players to DP World Tour

33:14 - Presidents Cup Discussion

32:18 - Check out www.ahead.com

33:40 - Jim Furyk's Captains Picks

36:44 - Presidents Cup Roster Breakdown

39:04 - US Team Cohesion

43:15 - Potential US Team Pairings

45:25 - International Team Overview

49:10 - Min Woo Lee Spotlight

57:45 - Cam Davis Snub Analysis

59:15 - Mike Weir’s Strategy

01:01:25 - Keegan Bradley’s Partner Reveal

01:05:45 - Aaron Rai Discussion #raiguys

01:06:45 - More Potential Pairings

01:14:41 - Tobacco Road Sneak Peek

01:17:30 - Hope Valley Member-Guest Recap

01:20:35 - Outro

A packed edition of The Smylie Show begins with Patton Kizzire joining to discuss the journey to his third PGA TOUR victory, and swapping mini tour and Q school stories with Smylie Kaufman. Former Notre Dame and NFL star Golden Tate then joins the show to tell some incredible stories ranging from what it was like to play with Calvin Johnson & Matthew Stafford, to Scottie Scheffler’s incredible skill on the pickleball court. Highlights include:
 

- Patton Kizzire discusses his challenges and triumphs on the PGA Tour

- Golden Tate shares stories from Notre Dame and the NFL

- Golden Tate vs. Scottie Scheffler in pickleball

- A preview of the President's Cup and exciting upcoming coverage

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

00:48 - Show Overview

06:11 - Patton Kizzire intro

10:22 - Managing Emotions with a Lead

12:52 - Recent Challenges

16:12 - Q-School

27:18 - Golden Tate Joins the Show

31:03 - Jumping into the band

33:24 - Notre Dame's Field

35:32 - Golden Tate’s Memorable Celebrations

38:11 - Matthew Stafford

40:20 - Calvin Johnson

42:54 - Pickleball with Scottie Scheffler

46:35 - Baseball Career

50:10 - Get Golden's Pickleball Paddle

51:58 - Episode Wrap-Up

54:28 - State of Your Game

54:47 - What's Next

In this episode of The Smylie Show, hosts Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the weekend in golf, covering Rory McIlroy's heartbreak at the Irish Open, Patton Kizzire's feel-good victory at the Procore Championship, and Jon Rahm's triumph at the LIV Golf League Individual Championship. 🎙️🏌️‍♂️

Highlights include:

- Rory McIlroy's dramatic finish and what it means for his season

- Patton Kizzire's comeback story and the significance of his win

- LIV Golf's impact on the professional scene and Jon Rahm's stellar performance

- A sneak peek into Smylie's recent golf content and upcoming adventures
 

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - INTRO

02:10 - Ad

02:53 - UNC QB Situation

06:02 - Florida State

07:26 - Tailgate Snacks

09:18 - Troubadour

09:49 - JT’s Foundation Pro-Am

12:51 - JT’s Foundation Celebrity Shootout

15:39 - JT’s Foundation Pro-Am (Official Event)

19:49 - Q&A at Chiefs

22:41 - Playing Pickleball at 2 AM

29:35 - Irish Open Recap

33:40 - Rasmus Hojgaard Wins Irish Open

36:10 - Rory McIlroy's Near Miss

39:40 - Comparing Irish Open to Recent Events

40:40 - Importance of the Irish Open

43:20 - Exemptions in Golf Tournaments

46:13 - Jon Rahm Wins Individual Championship

50:27 - Recapping LIV Golf Standings

1:00:21 - Wrapping Up LIV Golf

1:00:27 - Solheim Cup Overview

1:00:30 - Max Becoming a Girl Dad

1:02:40 - Solheim Cup Insights

1:07:05 - Procore Championship Highlights

As professional golf moves into its offseason phase, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme discuss the return of football (and the launch of two high-stakes contests for fans of the show), assess captains' picks for both the USA and International teams with the Presidents Cup on the horizon, and react to the surprising news that two PGA TOUR players will square off against two LIV Golf players in a made-for-TV match in December.

Smylie and Charlie also field a handful of mailbag questions from viewers and listeners, break down user-submitted swing video, and preview the first event of the PGA TOUR fall schedule in Napa, the Procore Championship.

Join Smylie Kaufman on the Smylie Show as he welcomes betting expert Adam Chernoff, transitioning from the golf season into football with exclusive insider knowledge. Adam shares his journey from setting point spreads in the Caribbean to collaborating with professional bettors in the U.S. Discover his valuable insights on betting strategies, picking winning teams, and understanding market movements. From dissecting the math versus subjective approaches to finding hidden gems in prop markets, Adam's expertise is a game-changer for any football bettor. Dive into discussions about NFL coaching dynamics, rookie quarterback potentials, and standout players for the season. As a golf enthusiast, Adam also recaps the weekend in golf and previews the upcoming Presidents Cup at Royal Montreal.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:40 - Sports Betting Basics

04:42 - Market Changes in Sports Betting

07:01 - Finding Value in Betting

09:34 - Importance of Consistency

11:04 - Identifying Betting Value

20:54 - Preseason Handicapping Strategies

24:08 - Preseason Standout Players

32:54 - NFL Win Totals Analysis

33:50 - Ravens Win Total

34:31 - Eagles Win Total

36:50 - Cowboys Win Total

38:50 - Undervalued NFL Win Totals

39:14 - Carolina Panthers Analysis

42:54 - Seattle Seahawks Insights

44:52 - Minnesota Vikings Overview

48:01 - Buy or Sell Betting Strategy

52:21 - Super Bowl Predictions

54:33 - Closing Thoughts

54:55 - Lowering Your Handicap

1:00:40 - Presidents Cup Team Selection

1:04:09 - Presidents Cup Picks

Scottie Scheffler is your 2024 FedEx Cup champion, and after three weeks on the road for the FedEx Cup playoffs, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are back at home recapping the final event of the PGA TOUR season at East Lake Golf Club. Smylie and Charlie discuss Scottie's incredible season, what type of adjustments they'd like to see for the FedEx Cup format, and make predictions for the Presidents Cup captain's picks slated for announcement on Tuesday 9/3.

SK and CH also discuss the kickoff of college football season, which surprisingly sees Smylie's LSU Tigers 0-1 and Charlie's UNC Tar Heels 1-0. The show is running two contests this year - a college football pick 'em, and an NFL survivor pool - with the winner earning a tee time with Smylie! Sign up for both contests below using "smylie" as the password:

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Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme cap off the Smylie Show FedEx Cup road trip with one final show from East Lake Golf Club previewing the final event of the PGA TOUR season, the Tour Championship.

SK and CH are joined by Keegan Bradley fresh off a BMW Championship win that vaulted him from 50th to 4th in the FedEx Cup standings, in addition to strong consideration for a spot on the Presidents Cup team for which he's already committed as an assistant captain. Keegan discusses that win, his upcoming Ryder Cup captaincy, and Tour life on the road with two kids back home.

Smylie and Charlie are then joined by course architect Andrew Green, who oversaw the restoration of ELGC ahead of the Tour Championship. Andrew explains his thought process behind the restoration, how it's been received thus far, and goes in-depth on how the new grasses will play.

The show concludes with the final one-and-done picks of the season, with a FedEx Cup twist.

The Smylie Show FedEx Cup road trip reaches its final week at East Lake Golf Club for the Tour Championship!

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme begin by recapping the incredibly unique challenge that Castle Pines posed for the BMW Championship, and the player-caddie partnership between Keegan Bradley and Scott Vail that led to victory.

SK and CH are next joined by Sam Burns and Xander Schauffele for a series of quick "Power Five" chats before teeing off for a practice round. Sam details sharing a house with Scottie Scheffler and trying to figure out whose baby is crying, while Xander answers the hypothetical everyone's been asked the past few weeks - would he rather have Scottie's season, or his?

Smylie and Charlie conclude the show with a dive into Presidents Cup rosters now that the top six players on both the American and International teams have qualified.

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are once again live from Castle Pines Golf Club - this time from the 18th green - on the eve of the BMW Championship, and are joined by both Sepp Straka and Craig Stadler to break down all the FedEx Cup action ahead.

We begin with a full breakdown of a course we've not seen on the PGA TOUR since 2006, and all of the elevation and weather factors that will come into play in terms of judging yardages this week in Colorado. SK and CH are then joined for a wide-ranging interview with Sepp Straka, covering everything from whether a hole-in-one on a par three course counts, to Sepp's affinity for Taylor Swift.

1982 Masters champion (and Denver resident) Craig Stadler then joins to discuss his history playing at Castle Pines 17 times while on Tour. And finally, we close out the show with our one-and-done picks for the BMW Championship.

The Smylie Show is once again on the road - and live from the driving range at Castle Pines Golf Club as we get ready for the penultimate FedEx Cup playoff event, the BMW Championship!

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down a highly entertaining Sunday at the FedEx St. Jude Championship, with intrigue at the top *and* bottom of the leaderboard - the final pairing of Hideki Matsuyama and Nick Dunlap produced both the eventual winner, and an unlikely entrant into the top 50 of the FedEx Cup standings.

Smylie and Charlie are then joined by Eric Cole, who vaulted his way into the top 50 with a final round 63 at the FedEx St. Jude. Eric recounts a roller-coaster Sunday round that qualified him for PGA TOUR signature events for a second straight year.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:24 - Live from the Castle Pines driving range

05:19 - Hideki Matsuyama's FedEx St. Jude win

09:52 - Hideki's roller-coaster back nine

14:04 - Hideki's favorite restaurant (!!!)

18:45 - Nick Dunlap qualifies for signature events

21:57 - Nick Dunlap's OWGR ranking

25:20 - Could Nick Dunlap be a Presidents Cup captains pick?

30:33 - Eric Cole joins the show

33:04 - Recapping Eric's live movement in the FedEx Cup standings on Sunday

34:19 - How Eric played the 18th on Sunday

37:20 - Eric's Iron Man playing schedule

43:55 - Eric on Sam Saunders's retirement announcement

50:27 - Discussing Viktor Hovland's strong week in Memphis

55:47 - Signature event turnover analysis

58:52 - Outro

Join Smylie Kaufman, Charlie Hulme and Wyndham Clark as they dive into the first event of the FedEx Cup playoffs, live from Memphis at the FedEx St. Jude Championship!

Major winner and Olympian Wyndham Clark joins the show to discuss a number of different topics, including the state of his game, his experience in Paris, and tinkering with different putters.

Smylie and Charlie also react to the 2025 PGA Tour schedule release, discuss the TPC Southwind course profile and which players it suits best, and make their One-and-Done picks for the FedEx St. Jude Championship.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Hello from Memphis!

04:28 - 2025 PGA Tour Schedule Release

07:28 - Which golf course would you add to the schedule?

11:00 - TPC Southwind Course Preview

20:43 - Wyndham Clark joins the show

22:11 - Impact of injury this season

24:55 - Putter Tinkerers: The OG Jailbird

30:07 - Mental Grind at the Olympics

33:02 - Olympic Highlights

42:34 - Discussing Scottie Scheffler's comments on playoff format

48:05 - One-and-Done Picks

1:06:18 - Final Thoughts

1:08:14 - Like & Subscribe

Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme on location at TPC Southwind for the first round of the FedEx Cup playoffs!

We begin with a recap of the PGA Tour's final regular season event, the Wyndham Championship, and a big win for the #RaiGuys (in addition to some Kuch Khaos). Nick Dunlap joins the show (our third-ever recurring guest!) to discuss his whirlwind rookie season, and the goals he's setting for next season - including an eye on the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black. SK and CH wrap the show with thoughts on the PGA TOUR U Accelerated point criteria in relation to Luke Clanton's unbelievable summer, and a look at 2025 Signature Event qualification with just one event remaining.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

02:24 - Wyndham Championship recap

02:55 - Aaron Rai wins one for the #RaiGuys

09:11 - Kuch Khaos

14:06 - Max Greyserman comes up short

21:40 - Nick Dunlap joins the show

30:04 - Should Nick start an LLC to save on baggage fees??

32:46 - Thoughts on PGA TOUR U point system

35:44 - What piece of advice from another player has helped Nick the most

38:47 - How much has Nick thought about the Presidents/Ryder Cup

45:27 - PGA TOUR U Accelerated discussion

56:53 - 2025 Signature Event qualification

1:03:22 - TPC Southwind course discussion

1:07:25 - Like and Subscribe

Eight-time PGA Tour winner and 2014 FedEx Cup champion Billy Horschel joins Smylie Kaufman to discuss the state of his game, sports fandom, and much more!

Coming off what he'd describe as one of his worst seasons on Tour, Billy discusses his climb back to 27th in the FedEx Cup - which will qualify him for 2025 signature events - with just one event remaining before the playoffs begin. One key piece of that journey came at Royal Troon, where he grinded his way through brutal and rapidly-changing weather conditions to a T2 finish - including one of the more impressive rounds Smylie has witnessed while on the call for NBC.

Billy and Smylie also go in depth on the changing structure of the PGA Tour, how Billy became a West Ham United fan, and whether the Hammers or his Florida Gators will be the next to hoist a trophy.

Finally, Charlie Hulme joins Smylie to make one-and-done picks for the Wyndham Championship.

Key Highlights:

- Billy's mental approach at the 2024 Open Championship at Royal Troon

- How he became a supporter of West Ham, and their chances to win the Premier League

- Thoughts on the PGA Tour's evolving model, signature events, and how many cards should be awarded on a yearly basis

- Billy's advice for young dads and junior golfers

- Previewing the Wyndham Championship

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

04:46 - Billy Horschel joins the show

06:10 - Favorite Florida Gators football game he's ever been to

10:31 - Advice for young dads

11:32 - Tips for junior golfers

14:25 - Work ethic and personal growth

19:35 - The 2024 Open Championship

30:34 - Billy's mindset for final rounds

34:01 - Weather conditions at Royal Troon

42:13 - How Billy became a West Ham supporter

44:13 - Trophy Predictions: Florida Gators vs. West Ham

46:40 - FedEx Cup points system

53:36 - Optimal number of TOUR cards

59:15 - Billy's goal of making the Presidents Cup team

1:03:05 - The Billy Horschel Family Foundation

1:10:40 - Wyndham Championship Preview + One-and-Done picks

1:26:48 - Outro

Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme as they dive into the thrilling Olympic men's golf tournament where American Scottie Scheffler's stunning final round charge stole the show and a gold medal win in epic fashion! They break down dramatic leaderboard changes, key moments from Scottie’s back-nine run to gold, and varied performances from the final group of Jon Rahm, Xander Schauffele, and Tommy Fleetwood. The duo also discusses the state of Olympic golf since its return in 2016, briefly looks ahead to the final event on the PGA Tour calendar before the FedEx Cup playoffs begin, and of course cannot wrap the show without offering Charlie a chance to field questions related to his recent personal-best round.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:11 - Scottie Scheffler wins Olympic gold

06:15 - How Scottie Scheffler made up a four-shot deficit on Sunday

16:53 - A disappointing conclusion to Jon Rahm's Olympics

21:10 - Xander Schauffele misses out on a podium

27:13 - Tommy Fleetwood wins a silver medal

30:16 - Hideki Matsuyama earns bronze

34:00 - Best Sunday leaderboard of the year?

39:12 - Debating potential Olympic golf formats

42:24 - OWGR points for Olympic golf

49:28 - Wyndham Clark claws back into contention after a slow start

53:18 - Victor Perez puts on a thrilling Sunday show for the French home crowd

54:06 - Wyndham Championship preview

59:13 - Closing thoughts on Olympic golf

1:00:01 - BREAKING (70) NEWS: Charlie shoots 66

1:05:26 - A series of complaints and proposals to the USGA regarding the handicap system

1:11:40 - Closing thoughts

The Smylie Show golf trip review train keeps rolling! This week we add a new stop - Ireland - and two special guests in Justin Thomas and Jordan Spieth to recap an unforgettable spin around the greater Dublin area with Smylie Kaufman.

We begin with Charlie Hulme joining Smylie for a full deep dive on rounds at The European Club, The Island Golf Club, Portmarnock Golf Club, and County Louth Golf Club. Justin joins next to ask some hard - but fair! - questions about Jordan being off his scorecard keeping game (and delivers an all-time Wear SPF read - use code SMYLIE50 at wearspf.com right now!), followed by Jordan explaining his side of that story and crowning a Trip MVP. Finally, Charlie rejoins Smylie to make some One-and-Done(-ish) picks for the men's Olympic Golf competition at Le Golf National in Paris.

The conversation is filled with laughter and insights as they discuss the logistics of organizing a golf trip with PGA Tour players, the beauty of Irish golf courses, and the camaraderie that made the trip special. Plus, don't miss the hilarious moments of trying to navigate Irish ATMs and some unforgettable first tee shots!

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

02:00 - Trip planning tips

06:10 - The European Club

19:50 - The Island Golf Club

28:08 - Portmarnock Golf Club

37:01 - County Louth Golf Club

44:45 - Justin Thomas joins the show

47:53 - Origin of WearSPF partnership

50:34 - How the Ireland trip made it out of the group chat

52:20 - Highlights from the Ireland trip

57:42 - JT's most nervous putt

01:00:38 - Jordan's birthday celebration

01:03:10 - JT's favorite hole

01:04:19 - Justin makes his podcast ad read debut for Wear SPF

01:08:18 - Jordan Spieth joins the show

01:15:03 - Fixing Big James’ knee

01:15:08 - Scorecard-keeping struggles

01:18:40 - Portmarnock Golf Club

01:20:55 - Did Jordan get any poor lines?

01:23:16 - MVP of the trip

01:30:39 - One-and-done picks for the men's Olympic Golf competition

01:53:20 - Remembering Mark Carnevale

01:55:56 - Final Thoughts

Join Smylie Kaufman and host Charlie Hulme for a unique episode of The Smylie Show! With Smylie in Ireland on a golf trip of his own, Charlie takes center stage to recap his recent trip to Scotland with his dad, where he played 13 rounds in eight days. Listen in as Charlie recounts playing some of the world's most historic courses in the birthplace of golf, including Turnberry Ailsa, North Berwick, and the Old Course at St. Andrews Links. And go check out the full episode on our YouTube page for all of the included visuals!

- **Highlights:**

 - The best way to plan a golf trip to Scotland

 - The charm of Scottish links golf and the different shots it requires

 - Comparisons to American golf courses

 - Insights into Scottish golf culture and hospitality

 - Smylie ranks his favorites of the courses Charlie presents

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

00:40 - Caffeine and Cardio

06:25 - What We’re Doing Today

07:19 - Scotland Trip Review Preview

11:52 - Staying at three different Marine & Lawn hotels

14:18 - Dundonald Links

19:58 - Trump Turnberry (Ailsa)

27:44 - Scottie Scheffler and Sam Burns play Turnberry

30:20 - Western Gailes

34:34 - Best Caddie Name of the Trip

36:08 - Prestwick

40:36 - North Berwick

48:22 - Planning a golf trip to Scotland

51:50 - Carnoustie Golf Links

1:01:02 - Panmure Golf Club

1:06:00 - St. Andrews Links, Jubilee Course

1:09:28 - Crail Golfing Society, Balcomie Course

1:20:18 - Dumbarnie Links

1:24:34 - St. Andrews Links, Old Course

1:29:57 - Kingsbarns Golf Links

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme look back at a highly entertaining week at Royal Troon which saw wild weather, a challenging course setup, and Xander Schauffele hoisting the Claret Jug as the winner of the 152nd Open Championship. Smylie and Charlie marvel at the new level Xander has reached this season, shedding the "best player to have never won a major tag" by winning two in his last three tries. SK and CH also reflect on the weeks of Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Jon Rahm, and how each will evaluate their respective major performances in 2024. The show wraps with a brief discussion of the conditions at Troon before Smylie heads off to begin a golf trip in Ireland!

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap day three at the 152nd Open Championship at Royal Troon, where Smylie is on-site broadcasting the major for NBC Sports. Saturday's conditions for the final groups, according to SK, were some of the most difficult he has seen - *ever* - for a major championship. Smylie was assigned to Justin Rose and Billy Horschel's group today, and details a round that saw the latter take the outright lead heading into Sunday. Smylie and Charlie play a guessing game using Data Golf's predictive odds ranking the five players with the best chance to hoist the Claret Jug tomorrow.

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap day two at the 152nd Open Championship at Royal Troon, where Smylie is on-site broadcasting the major for NBC Sports. Friday's cut resulted in some shocking names missing the weekend - Rory McIlroy, Ludvig Aberg, Wyndham Clark, Viktor Hovland, and Bryson DeChambeau, among others - and SK explains why that was the case given the conditions at Troon. Smylie was the walker assigned to Shane Lowry's group and goes through his bizarre playing of the 11th hole resulting in double bogey, in addition to the two birdies he made coming down the stretch to take the lead. We could not make it through the episode without discussing Smylie's attire in the booth - he donned a traditional Scottish kilt to close Friday's coverage window, and explains how that went down.

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down all the action from day one of the 152nd Open Championship at Royal Troon, where Smylie is on-site broadcasting the major for NBC Sports. On a day with wind, rain and cold dominating the early wave, it was Daniel Brown who surged to the first-round lead near the conclusion of the late wave, while Smylie called the action from the booth on Peacock. SK and CH reflect on the day that Shane Lowry had sitting in solo second, a guy that Smylie loved as part of his weekly picks. Rory McIlroy's round got away from him quickly on Thursday - Smylie offers insights as the walker who was assigned to follow Rory's group. Finally, Smylie and Charlie discuss another hot start for Justin Thomas on the strength of an excellent putting performance, and whether he can sustain that momentum for the next three days.

Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme as they dive into another episode of "The Smylie Show," recapping Robert MacIntyre's closing surge to win the Scottish Open + Smylie's week at Lake Tahoe broadcasting the American Century Championship, where he caught passes from Josh Allen, put up some shots with the Curry family, and caught up with the always entertaining Charles Barkley.

In this episode:

- Smylie’s celebrity encounters and wild stories from Tahoe

- The scenic drive from Tahoe to San Francisco

- Travel woes and hilarious airline stories

- Recap of the Scottish Open and Robert MacIntyre’s victory

- Insights on upcoming travel and projects

Smylie also shares his experience in the Virgin Atlantic Lounge, enjoying a high-end margarita and scenic views of San Francisco landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz. Tune in for engaging conversations, humor, and a deep dive into the world of professional golf.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

3:22 - American Century Championship

9:21 - Scottish Open

11:28 - Robert MacIntyre

15:48 - The 16th Hole

18:56 - How would you write the rules differently

23:13 - What do players think about controversial drops

25:50 - Is a margarita and a cookie a good combo

26:45 - Ludvig's Final Round

27:50 - Ludvig's Recent High Leverage Performances

31:24 - Pace of Play

35:15 - One-and-Done Recap

36:35 - Aaron Rai

41:36 - Justin Thomas

43:24 - LIV at Valderrama

45:24 - Abraham Ancer’s club toss

47:50 - Home game environments

50:38 - How the Fireballs won

52:49 - Flight Update

53:31 - Wrapping Up

55:23 - Like & Subscribe

Join Smylie Kaufman as he dives deep into 20-year-old amateur Luke Clanton's incredible run on the PGA Tour. He’s made history with back-to-back top-10 finishes, a feat not seen since 1958! Luke shares his incredible experiences from his phenomenal 2024 season, his thoughts on the future, and some unforgettable stories of meeting his golf idols like Scottie Scheffler and Brooks Koepka. Smylie and Charlie Hulme close the episode with their one-and-done picks for the Genesis Scottish Open.

Highlights:

- Recap the weekend in golf and Luke's recent top-10 finishes.

- Exclusive insights into the PGA Tour U accelerated rankings.

- Luke's unique journey through college golf at Florida State.

- Fun anecdotes about meeting PGA stars and learning from them.

- Preview the upcoming tournaments and Luke's plans.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro: WearSPF

07:15 - How ya feeling, Luke?

10:15 - What changed from Freshman to Sophomore year

14:00 - Did you always hit it far

17:03 - The Meathead Luke Clanton phase

19:50 - 2024 US Open

21:50 - What's your motivation right now

23:50 - What video games do you play

25:20 - How much do you learn from playing with the best in the world

31:05 - PGA Tour U

33:30 - Point System

37:30 - Sponsor Exemptions

39:43 - Last complaint

41:24 - Good luck at the ISCO championship

42:08 - What's it like being on TOUR

44:16 - Where can we see you next

45:17 - Scottish Open one-and-done picks

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are back for another live show recapping all the action from the John Deere Classic. Charlie is fresh off a golf trip in Scotland and on a one-and-done heater, as he picked Davis Thompson for his *fifth* one-and-done win of the season - and the eighth for the show! Smylie and Charlie take a deep dive on DT's game, and whether he could be a buddying star on American Ryder and Presidents Cup teams. SK and CH also react to reports that Keegan Bradley will be named the U.S. Ryder Cup captain at Bethpage in 2025.

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap all of the mayhem at the end of the Travelers Championship leading into a playoff between Scottie Scheffler and Tom Kim. Smylie and Charlie examine the low scoring at TPC River Highlands, and provide some historical context for the run Scottie is on. SK and CH also chat about the LIV Golf event in Nashville, and the KPMG Women's PGA Championship at Sahalee.

This week, Smylie Kaufman sits down with PGA Tour winner Mackenzie Hughes! In this episode, they recap the thrilling U.S. Open finish at Pinehurst and dissect its dramatic ending, preview the upcoming Travelers Championship, discuss the current state of LIV vs. PGA Tour merger, and share stories on what it's like to travel with family on tour. At the end of the episode, Charlie Hulme joins Smylie as they make their one-and-done picks for the Travelers Championship (via Instagram Live - follow us @thesmylieshow if you don't already!).

Highlights:

- U.S. Open Recap: Rory vs. Bryson showdown

- Current state of LIV and PGA Tours

- Family on Tour: The joys and challenges

- Traveler's Championship Preview: Course insights and strategies

CHAPTERS:

0:00 - Intro

1:06 - 2024 US Open at Pinehurst

3:27 - Putting discussion

8:08 - State of Golf Today

16:51 - Signature Events Player Count

19:57 - PGA Tour Points System

28:20 - Losing to Lashley at Rocket Mortgage

30:08 - Contending in Canada

38:15 - Traveling with Family on Tour

49:20 - Presidents Cup Aspirations

55:29 - Travelers Championship Preview

59:43 - Travelers Championship One-and-Done picks

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap a thrilling finish to the 124th U.S. Open live on both YouTube and X, with Bryson DeChambeau winning by a shot thanks to an incredible up-and-down on the 72nd hole, while Rory McIlroy came up agonizingly short. Smylie and Charlie take comments from the chat ranging from Bryson's legacy now that he has two major wins, Rory's abrupt exit after coming up short, and the type of game it takes to win a major, and how that differs depending on the venue and setup. Finally, we celebrate the show's *SEVENTH* one-and-done winner pick of the year, and Charlie's fourth of the season after taking Bryson to win.