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The Smylie Show
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Smylie Kaufman is a PGA Tour winner, pro golf broadcaster, and the host of "The Smylie Show". Every week, along with his producer and co-host Charlie Hulme, Smylie provides insights and analysis on the game of golf (along with a handful of other miscellaneous items), in addition to sharing long-form conversations with Tour pros and other celebrities who love the game.
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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 - Intro01:24 - Live from the Castle Pines driving range05:19 - Hideki Matsuyama's FedEx St. Jude win09:52 - Hideki's roller-coaster back nine14:04 - Hideki's favorite restaurant (!!!)18:45 - Nick Dunlap qualifies for signature events21:57 - Nick Dunlap's OWGR ranking25:20 - Could Nick Dunlap be a Presidents Cup captains pick?30:33 - Eric Cole joins the show33:04 - Recapping Eric's live movement in the FedEx Cup standings on Sunday34:19 - How Eric played the 18th on Sunday37:20 - Eric's Iron Man playing schedule43:55 - Eric on Sam Saunders's retirement announcement50:27 - Discussing Viktor Hovland's strong week in Memphis55:47 - Signature event turnover analysis58:52 - 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 Release07:28 - Which golf course would you add to the schedule?11:00 - TPC Southwind Course Preview20:43 - Wyndham Clark joins the show22:11 - Impact of injury this season24:55 - Putter Tinkerers: The OG Jailbird30:07 - Mental Grind at the Olympics33:02 - Olympic Highlights42:34 - Discussing Scottie Scheffler's comments on playoff format48:05 - One-and-Done Picks1:06:18 - Final Thoughts1:08:14 - 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 - Intro02:24 - Wyndham Championship recap02:55 - Aaron Rai wins one for the #RaiGuys09:11 - Kuch Khaos14:06 - Max Greyserman comes up short21:40 - Nick Dunlap joins the show30:04 - Should Nick start an LLC to save on baggage fees??32:46 - Thoughts on PGA TOUR U point system35:44 - What piece of advice from another player has helped Nick the most38:47 - How much has Nick thought about the Presidents/Ryder Cup45:27 - PGA TOUR U Accelerated discussion56:53 - 2025 Signature Event qualification1:03:22 - TPC Southwind course discussion1:07:25 - 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 - Intro04:46 - Billy Horschel joins the show06:10 - Favorite Florida Gators football game he's ever been to10:31 - Advice for young dads11:32 - Tips for junior golfers14:25 - Work ethic and personal growth19:35 - The 2024 Open Championship30:34 - Billy's mindset for final rounds34:01 - Weather conditions at Royal Troon42:13 - How Billy became a West Ham supporter44:13 - Trophy Predictions: Florida Gators vs. West Ham46:40 - FedEx Cup points system53:36 - Optimal number of TOUR cards59:15 - Billy's goal of making the Presidents Cup team1:03:05 - The Billy Horschel Family Foundation1:10:40 - Wyndham Championship Preview + One-and-Done picks1:26:48 - 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 - Intro01:11 - Scottie Scheffler wins Olympic gold06:15 - How Scottie Scheffler made up a four-shot deficit on Sunday16:53 - A disappointing conclusion to Jon Rahm's Olympics21:10 - Xander Schauffele misses out on a podium27:13 - Tommy Fleetwood wins a silver medal30:16 - Hideki Matsuyama earns bronze34:00 - Best Sunday leaderboard of the year?39:12 - Debating potential Olympic golf formats42:24 - OWGR points for Olympic golf49:28 - Wyndham Clark claws back into contention after a slow start53:18 - Victor Perez puts on a thrilling Sunday show for the French home crowd54:06 - Wyndham Championship preview59:13 - Closing thoughts on Olympic golf1:00:01 - BREAKING (70) NEWS: Charlie shoots 661:05:26 - A series of complaints and proposals to the USGA regarding the handicap system1:11:40 - 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 - Intro02:00 - Trip planning tips06:10 - The European Club19:50 - The Island Golf Club28:08 - Portmarnock Golf Club37:01 - County Louth Golf Club44:45 - Justin Thomas joins the show47:53 - Origin of WearSPF partnership50:34 - How the Ireland trip made it out of the group chat52:20 - Highlights from the Ireland trip57:42 - JT's most nervous putt01:00:38 - Jordan's birthday celebration01:03:10 - JT's favorite hole01:04:19 - Justin makes his podcast ad read debut for Wear SPF01:08:18 - Jordan Spieth joins the show01:15:03 - Fixing Big James’ knee01:15:08 - Scorecard-keeping struggles01:18:40 - Portmarnock Golf Club01:20:55 - Did Jordan get any poor lines?01:23:16 - MVP of the trip01:30:39 - One-and-done picks for the men's Olympic Golf competition01:53:20 - Remembering Mark Carnevale01:55:56 - Final Thoughts
Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme as the duo discusses: - Jhonattan Vegas's remarkable return to the winner's circle with his victory at the 3M Open.- The intriguing dynamics of the PGA Tour as they gear up for the FedEx Cup playoffs.- A sneak peek at Smylie’s recent golf trip to Ireland, joined by Justin Thomas and Jordan Spieth.- The ongoing Player of the Year debate between Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffele, weighing their stats and future performances, and how the Olympic golf events might influence the conversation. CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro02:45 - 3M Open Recap14:16 - Signature Event Points Breakdown19:41 - Comparing Min Woo Lee to Signature Event Players23:05 - PGA Tour Goals and Objectives25:12 - PGA Tour Information Gathering Insights30:53 - Reality of Relegation Systems in Golf37:51 - PGA Tour Card Allocation41:53 - LIV vs. PGA Tour Schedule Comparison47:20 - Future of Golf Predictions48:57 - 2025 LIV Golf Schedule Overview56:45 - Richard Bland Lifetime Earnings Overview59:10 - LIV Trivia59:30 - Player of the Year Debate01:05:45 - One and Done Update01:07:06 - Final Thoughts and Reflections
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 - Intro00:40 - Caffeine and Cardio06:25 - What We’re Doing Today07:19 - Scotland Trip Review Preview11:52 - Staying at three different Marine & Lawn hotels14:18 - Dundonald Links19:58 - Trump Turnberry (Ailsa)27:44 - Scottie Scheffler and Sam Burns play Turnberry30:20 - Western Gailes34:34 - Best Caddie Name of the Trip36:08 - Prestwick40:36 - North Berwick48:22 - Planning a golf trip to Scotland51:50 - Carnoustie Golf Links1:01:02 - Panmure Golf Club1:06:00 - St. Andrews Links, Jubilee Course1:09:28 - Crail Golfing Society, Balcomie Course1:20:18 - Dumbarnie Links1:24:34 - St. Andrews Links, Old Course1:29:57 - 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 live from Royal Troon as he and Charlie Hulme dive deep into the 152nd Open Championship! On this episode of "The Smylie Show," the duo brings you Smylie’s on-site insights, giving you a firsthand look at the action from Scotland. Key Highlights:- Smylie shares his personal experiences and memories of playing at Royal Troon.- In-depth analysis of the players to watch, including Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Jon Rahm.- Exclusive tips on how weather conditions might impact the tournament.- Fun anecdotes and behind-the-scenes stories from Smylie’s time on the course.- A big shoutout to WearSPF for sponsoring the show and keeping everyone sun-safe - use the code SMYLIE50 now at wearspf.com! CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:17 - WearSPF05:50 - Smiley’s 2016 Open Championship Experience10:01 - 2016 Open Championship at Royal Troon11:47 - What it takes to win at Royal Troon17:58 - Bryson's chances at Royal Troon20:38 - Weather forecast22:41 - How wind affects strategy25:43 - Hole 1529:17 - Scottie Scheffler34:14 - Rory McIlroy39:25 - Jon Rahm46:20 - One and Done47:05 - Like & Subscribe
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 - Intro3:22 - American Century Championship9:21 - Scottish Open11:28 - Robert MacIntyre15:48 - The 16th Hole18:56 - How would you write the rules differently23:13 - What do players think about controversial drops25:50 - Is a margarita and a cookie a good combo26:45 - Ludvig's Final Round27:50 - Ludvig's Recent High Leverage Performances31:24 - Pace of Play35:15 - One-and-Done Recap36:35 - Aaron Rai41:36 - Justin Thomas43:24 - LIV at Valderrama45:24 - Abraham Ancer’s club toss47:50 - Home game environments50:38 - How the Fireballs won52:49 - Flight Update53:31 - Wrapping Up55:23 - 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: WearSPF07:15 - How ya feeling, Luke?10:15 - What changed from Freshman to Sophomore year14:00 - Did you always hit it far17:03 - The Meathead Luke Clanton phase19:50 - 2024 US Open21:50 - What's your motivation right now23:50 - What video games do you play25:20 - How much do you learn from playing with the best in the world31:05 - PGA Tour U33:30 - Point System37:30 - Sponsor Exemptions39:43 - Last complaint41:24 - Good luck at the ISCO championship42:08 - What's it like being on TOUR44:16 - Where can we see you next45:17 - 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.
Two-time major winner Collin Morikawa reveals his morning coffee routine, talks about the ups and downs of his golf journey, discusses his favorite PGA Tour cities, & shares funny stories from the road. Dive into his unique golf journey and learn about the insights and challenges he faced along the way. Key Highlights:Collin’s coffee preferences and morning routinesTop PGA Tour cities for food and coffeeCollin’s path from college golf to pro successOvercoming struggles with his golf swing and puttingInsightful discussions about golf strategy and mindset Collin also reminisces about his unforgettable drive at the 16th hole during the PGA Championship and nearly breaking Tiger Woods' record for consecutive cuts made. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation. Like, comment, and subscribe for everything golf! #golf #pgatour #progolf #golfpodcast #golftrip #pgachampionship #memorial #justinthomas #scottiescheffler #collinmorikawa #saucegardner #pgatourpodcast #golfswing #golfanalysis #golftips #GolfSecrets #GolfAdvice #GolfTips #WinningStrategies #CollinMorikawaSecrets #rydercup #goodgood #granthorvat #bryanbros #brysondechambeau #bryson CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 02:00 - Best PGA Tour City for Food05:00 - Bronny James07:38 - When You Turned Pro11:15 - How Collin Morikawa Met His Caddie, JJ5:41 - Collin Morikawa's Cut Streak18:02 - How his PGA Championship Win Changed His Life20:00 - 2020 PGA Championship22:53 - 2021 Open Championship27:45 - What's Next After Winning the Open Championship29:35 - The Start of Your Struggles34:55 - Stephen Sweeney38:44 - What Did You Learn from Mark Blackburn43:18 - Learn to Hit the Center of the Face46:40 - Wrapping Up 202451:06 - Closing the Deal and Winning53:06 - The Memorial Tournament56:05 - You're a wizard, Collin.59:04 - Collin's Schedule for the Rest of the Year
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