Capital Golf Gang

2024 - Episode 37 - The Scariest Shots In Golf Oct 31, 2024

Steve Czaban, John Ronis, Jon Guhl, Buddy Christensen

1 - Scariest Shots in Golf

2 - Meeting Miles Russell

3 - Cart Path Blues

4 - The Tillinghast of Putt Putt

5 - Cheesburger After 2

6 - Best/Worst Golf Accessories

7 - Fields Be Shrinkin'

8 - Mailbag Time!

9 - Worst Shot, Ever!

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2024 - Episode 36 - Wake Forest's Michael Brennan Oct 24, 2024

Czabe is joined by John Ronis and Buddy Christensen as they welcome special guest and Leesburg, VA native Michael Brennan to the show. Michael just completed a stellar college career at Wake Forest where he was All-ACC for all four years. He's now setting out to Q-School for the PGA Tour. He tells us what college golf was like, the mindset it takes to win, the road ahead a young professional and more.

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2024 - Episode 35 - Ryder Cup Prices Goes Parabolic Oct 17, 2024

Hole 1: Ryder Cup Ticket Prices! $750!

Hole 2: LIV v. PGA Shadow Creek Match Details

Hole 3: One Mulligan

Hole 4: Robot Argonomy

Hole 5: Scratch Stats

Hole 6: Worst Ever World #1

Hole 7: One Putt For Money!

Hole 8: Best Sim, or Backyard Putting Green?

Hole 9: Anchors Away!

Hosts: Steve Czaban, John Ronis, Jon Guhl

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2024 - Episode 34 - All The Presidents' Men Oct 10, 2024

Featuring STEVE CZABAN, JOHN RONIS, JON GUHL, BUDDY CHRISTENSEN.

Hole #1 - All The President's Men

Hole #2 - Augusta Down, Bad

Hole #3 - No Done Deal, At the Dunhill

Hole #4 - Worst Week Ever On Twitter

Hole #5 - "Hath You No Shame?"

Hole #6 - Bethpage Ryder Cup Hype Begins

Hole #7 - The Caitlyn Effect

Hole #8 - Mailbag Time

Hole #9 - Nate Bargatze's SNL Skit

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2024 - Episode 33 - Fixing The Cups, Once And For All! Sep 26, 2024

Czabe proposes one simple tweak to take every professional team competition to the next level. Remembering the legend of Woody Austin. Canadian golf love. What is this golf ball? Has the PGA of America caved on LIV and Ryder Cup? Maybe not. "Where Do You Stand" Golf Edition. Hole in rake? MORE....

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2024 - Episode 32 - Stacy Lewis and Team USA Win Solheim Sep 19, 2024

Czabe and the fellas recap their thoughts and on-site experiences at the Solheim Cup at Robert Trent Jones GC in Manassas, VA. How the American's got the job done, despite some dicey moments on Sunday. Czabe's best round ever. LIV deal with PGAT hits snag over "giving back" money. Would you rather be Stewart Hagestad or Patrick Cantlay. MORE...

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2024 - Episode 31 - Golf Is Like A Box of Chocolates Sep 11, 2024

Czabe recaps a serendipitous round at legendary Erin Hills GC in Wisconsin where he risked a nightmare pairing as a single, only to get a great fourball instead. JOHN RONIS, BUDDY CHRISTENSEN and CHRIS JOHNSON talk about the joys and occassional pitfalls of "rolling the dice" on playing with strangers. Also, the LIV and the PGA Tour meet again - in NYC on 9/11 - to see if they can finally get married. Why are TV ratings down. More on "influencer golf" on YouTube and social media. MORE....

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2024 - Episode 30 - The $63 Million Dollar Man Sep 05, 2024

Czabe is joined by John Ronis and Jon Guhl to slice and dice the Tour Championship and the FedEx Cup haul brought home by Scottie Scheffler. Also discussed: the "Creator Classic", Presidents Cup captains picks, and the LIV vs. PGA made-for-TV match scheduled for December in Vegas. MORE.....

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2024 - Episode 29 - "I'm The Captain, Now" Aug 29, 2024

Host: Steve Czaban

Executive Director Middle Atlantic PGA: Jon Guhl

GolfDom/WorldWide Golf: Buddy Christensen

Keegan Bradley wins a wild BMW in stage 2 of the FedEx Cup Playoffs. Could he pull off another huge upset this week in Atlanta for the ultimate "Cinderella Season" in golf?

Cracked Driver

Rory's Wild Weekend

Lydia Ko Tames Old Course

But Have You Played it Backward?

Scotty's "Silly Season"

Are You On Him, Or Off Him?

Mailbag

The Saddest Golf Doggo In The World!

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2024 - Episode 28 - LIV's Best Punch Doesn't Draw Blood Aug 23, 2024

Host: Steve Czaban

Panel:

John Ronis - Director of Golf River Creek GC

Jon Guhl - Executive Director Middle Atlantic PGA

Buddy Christensen - Consultant GolfDom/Worldwide Golf

1 Hideki Wins St. Jude, LIV's Best Punch Fizzles

2 Checkmate For The Snob

3 Getting Up and "Toe Down"

4 If It Were Only That Simple

5 Your Pants Are Here, Sir

6 Never Give Up!

7 Another Golf Movie Classic, Ruined

8 Welcome Back Castle Pines

9 100 Greatest Holes

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2024 - Episode 27 - Kuchar? Oh, This Guy... Again? Aug 15, 2024

Steve Czaban - Host

John Ronis - Director of Golf River Creek CC - Leesburg, VA

Jon Guhl - CEO of Middle Atlantic PGA

1 Another Kuchar Incident: Make The Call: Douche, or Not?

2 The Pyramids vs. Magnolia Lane

3 Does the PGA Tour Have a "Major Market" Problem?

4 "Hazard Helpers" from St. Andre Golf

5 State of Golf: 2024 Through 1st 6 Months

6 That's A Good Doggo Ball

7 Wild Kingdom Episode on 18th Green

8 Top Golf Woes

9 Team Hideki Robbed En Route to FedEx Cup

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2024 - Episode 26 - Golden Scottie In Paris Aug 08, 2024

Steve Czaban - Host

John Ronis - Director of Golf - River Creek GC

Jon Guhl - Executive Director - Middle Atlantic PGA

1 - Scottie Scheffler Wins Gold in Paris

2 - More on Olympic Golf

3 - Czabe Recaps Visits to Caves Valley & Erin Hills

4 - Handicap Griping Season

5 - Is 3-Wood Really the "Safe" Play?

6 - The Grass is Trashed!

7 - Gary Player Selling His Trophies

8 - The "Creator Classic"

9 - Trump's Putting Stroke

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2024 - Episode 25 - Xander Body Bags The Open Jul 23, 2024

Czabe is joined by JOHN RONIS and JON GUHL to recap the 153rd British Open. Topics include...

1. Xander - How The Open Was Won!

2. Who IS Xander Schauffle?/How Many Majors?

3. Justin Rose, And The Nearly Perfect Ending

4. Billy Ho, American Psycho

5. Shane Lowry: Not So Likable Irishman

6. Don’t Call me Thurston

7. Rory & Justin & Bryson

8. Saturday Carnage

9. Surprises on Either Side of Cut Line

10. What Now, Big Cat?

11. Rest in Peace, Carny

12. Lose Your Wallet, LIV Tour?

13. Rules Q’s For Guhl’s Views

14. My Latest Thoughts on Putting

15. Logan Reilly Wins State Open!

15. <<<<< RAINOUT >>>>>

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2024 - Episode 24 - Solheim Cup Preview - RTJ Jul 17, 2024

Czabe and the gang actually get out and PLAY a round for the first time ever! They discuss the upcoming Solheim Cup and the splendid Robert Trent Jones Golf Club in Lake Manassass, VA. Lexi Thompson goes one-on-one with John Ronis. Robert Macintyre wins his national open one year later after the Rory heartbreak. Sprinkler head relief, Tiger claps Monty, and more!

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2024 - Episode 23 - The PGA Tour's 59 Epidemic Jul 11, 2024

Is golf now "too easy" for the best players in the world? Sure seems like it some weeks. Another race to the bottom of the red numbered ocean at the John Deere Classic. The gang also discusses Keegan Bradley as an "unconventional" Ryder Cup captain. Why did Tiger *really* decline the job this cycle? Does golf have a course "supply" problem now? What "hill will you die on" in the game of golf with a somewhat off-beat opinion? MORE.....

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2024 - Episode 22 - Golf's Greatest "Fireworks" Moments! Jul 03, 2024

Czabe is joined by Jon Guhl, Buddy Christensen, and WHERE is John Ronis???? Topics include...

Topics Today

1. Epic Golf "Fireworks" Moments

2. Rocket Mortgage Recap

3. Do Iron Covers Get A "Bad Rap?"

4. Back to Back Aces!

5. Putting Tip From Hell?

6. Keepin' The Grass Alive

7. The Dutch Quit on Olympic Golf

8. Twirl It!

9. Emoji Golf Balls

10. Hank Haney: Too Easy To Win Now

11. Sauce Gardner Live Tweets His Round

12. Akshay 97 Yard Drive

13. Cam Young Breaks Driver

14. Trump & Biden Argue Handicaps

15. Hooked After 1 Shot!

16. TikTok You're On The Clock!

17. Club Washing In Kitching Sink

18. What's Better: Kid Swings, Dumb Stunts?

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2024 - Episode 21 - Even Protesters Can't Stop Scottie! Jun 26, 2024

The "summer of Scottie" continues, unabated by arrests, babies, or protestors. Is the Travellers course "too easy?" Three beers and a date with destiny. Monday Q's and overly complicated betting games. MORE....

John Ronis, Jon Guh, Chris Johnson, and Steve Czaban.

Presented by GolfDom in Tysons Corner, VA and WorldWide Golf!

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2024 - Episode 20 - Bryson DeChambeau Wins US Open! Jun 19, 2024

Steve Czaban, John Ronis, Jon Guhl and special guest Jason Kauflin discuss the glorious bunker shot by Bryson and the agony of missed short putts by Rory. How did Pinehurst #2 hold up to the best in the world? Broadcast notes and criticism and praise. Tales from inside the ropes. MORE....

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2024 US Open - Round 1 Emergency Recap Jun 14, 2024

Czabe is joined by John Ronis and Jon Guhl to recap Day 1 of the US Open at Pinehurst.

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2024 - Episode 19 - "Your Daddy's The Caddy" Jun 06, 2024

Czabe is joined by John Ronis, Jon Guhl, and Buddy Christensen to discuss Robert Macintyre's incredible win at the Canadian Open with his greenskeeper father on the bag. Also, a recap of the US Open qualifying Monday, the US Women's Open, drilling a sucker on the driving range, making a 10 on a par-3 and much more! Presented by GolfDomGolf and Worldwide Golf.

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2024 - Episode 18 - Grayson Murray & Mental Health May 30, 2024

Steve Czaban, John Ronis, Jon Guhl, Buddy Christensen.

The best argument for playing golf I've ever heard. Going lowwww. Smoke 'em if you got 'em. "Between Clubs" game. The unspeakable Grayson Murray tragedy. Lexi Thompson calls it a career. MORE....

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2024 - Episode 17 - Xander Ascends To The Major Gods May 22, 2024

Czabe, Jon Guhl, John Ronis, and Buddy Christensen recap the 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla. Xander finally bags his first big one. Bryson's popularity on the rise. Was the course "too easy." Scottie Scheffler's shocking arrest. Czabe and Buddy recap their golf trips to Pine Needles and The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail. MORE....

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2024 - Episode 16 - PGA Preview: Valhalla May 15, 2024

Czabe, John Ronis, Buddy Christensen, Chris "CJ" Johnson

Rory McIlroy Divorce

Latest PGA-LIV Merger Drama

Anthony Kim v. Brandel Chamblee

Valhalla Venue: Consistent Drama

Big Layout, Who Do The Boys Like?

Does Ronis' Hole-in-One "Count"?

Sweetens Cove Down Bad For Summer

Jim Nantz Makes New Backyard Golf Hole

MORE....

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2024 - Episode 15 - Buddy's Excellent Far East Adventure May 09, 2024

Czabe, John Ronis, Jon Guhl, Buddy Christensen

Buddy recaps his trip to Japan and Korea for the new parent company.

Why has Japan cooled on golf, while Korea is surging?

How many "golfers" in Korea never actually set foot on a course.

QUICK 9

Essential Golf Trip Amenities

PGA Championship Doles Out The LIV Tickets

It's A Block Party!

When Can You Pass A Group At the Turn?

Should LIV Now Buy Golf Courses?

The Sadness of Flimsy Outing Signs

Why Don't Courses Cup Putting Greens?

Should A Pro Teach A Wife And Husband's Mistress?

Mother's Day

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2024 - Episode 14 - Lou Stagner - Golf Data Pro May 01, 2024

Czabe, Ronis and Guhl are joined by LOU STAGNER who embraces the mountain of golf data being collected both on tour now, and also recreationally via Arccos and other apps. What is myth, vs. what is data backed fact? Also Czabe looks for a place to hang his GHIN hat for 2024. LIV Adelaide. Rules questions. Anthony Kim, aka Mr. DFL. Pro shops owned by the pro? The equity cometh. MORE......

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2024 - Episode 13 - Kevin Van Valkenburg - No Laying Up! Apr 24, 2024

Czabe and Ronis welcome KVV from the NLU podcast to discuss Scottie Scheffler and his athletic ambitions, plus where Augusta still needs to evolve. What's driving down TV ratings? Also the life lessons the game of golf can teach, that are not found almost anywhere else. MORE....

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2024 - Episode 12 - "Scheffler Does It Again!" Apr 17, 2024

Czabe is back in the GolfDom fitting bay with John Ronis, Jon Guhl, and Buddy Christensen to talk about the Masters. How long will the Scheffler Era last? Were the greens "too fast" at Augusta? Why are TV ratings still in the tank? Princes and Clowns this week at Augusta? LIV another day? Angry homeowner confronts golfers. MORE.....

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Masters 2024 - Round 3 - Mini Recap Apr 14, 2024

Czabe is joined by Jon Guhl and John Ronis to pick apart "moving" day at Augusta, where only a few people moved, as conditions were almost as difficult as Friday. Is Scheffler vulnerable, or "due" to unleash his real "A" game and blow away the contenders Sunday? Can Morikawa's new putter/claw grip hold up under Masters Sunday pressure? Who isn't rooting for the "Vibe King" Max Homa? And watch out for young sensation Ludvig Aberg. Also Czabe says the course was "too long, and greens too fast" for what he likes at Augusta. Is he right, or a heretic who should be burned on a stake outside the Butler Cabin?

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Masters 2024 - Round 2 - Mini Recap Apr 13, 2024

Czabe is joined by John Ronis and Jon Guhl to discuss round 2 of The Masters. A day of wind and carnage, and I for one, loved it!

00:00 Introduction and Friday Headlines

09:12 Tiger Woods' Resilience

16:02 Scheffler's Consistency

32:49 Rory McIlroy's Struggles

39:02 Player Performances and Observations

46:26 Controversial Moments and More

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Masters 2024 - Round 1 - Mini Recap Apr 12, 2024

Czabe and John Ronis react and comment on the 1st round of the 2024 Masters as Dechambeau takes a 1 stroke lead over surging Scottie Scheffler.

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2024 - Episode 11 - "Masters Preview" Apr 10, 2024

Czabe is joined by Jon Guhl, John Ronis, and Buddy Christensen to discuss the lead-up to this year's Masters Tournament. Can Tiger contend? How will the LIV players fare? New tee box on #2, and soaring prices for even practice round tickets. Plus a back-nine of non-Masters news from the golf world. MORE....

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2024 - Episode 10 - "Lost In A Tigerless Golf World" Apr 03, 2024

Czabe is joined by John Ronis and Jon Guhl to discuss how every golf fan is a little bit lost now that the Tiger era truly looks over for good. Also Anthony Kim speaks to David Feherty. What's the good, bad, and the absurd about his attempted comeback. Back nine includes "ridiculous hazards" on golf courses around the world, the best "spoof" instructional videos, Chris DiMarco is an ingrate, who's got it better than Faldo, and more!

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2024 - Episode 9 - "New Clubs, Who Dis?" Mar 27, 2024

Czabe, Buddy, Jon and John discuss whether a very casual golfer should splurge for new clubs when they are expected to play more golf this season for work purposes. Also "why do you play the greatest game ever in the first place?" Plus a Back-9 featuring Rahm Regrets? Sprinkler head rules. Paddy Harrington and chipping advice. And more!

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2024 - Episode 8 - Holy Scheffler! Mar 21, 2024

Czabe visits the GolfDom store in Tysons with the "Gang" as they discuss Scottie Scheffler going back-to-back at the Players thanks to a nuclear lip-out by Wyndham Clark. Welcome to LIV Island. Does Yasir have the Tour right where he wants it? Max Homa nearly kills a fan. Scorecard Scorigami. Sticker shock in Ponte Vedra. Rules Trainwrecks. Are You Influenced? Going Rogue on Rollback. Gone Private. MORE....

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2024 - Episode 7 - Scottie Has Learned How To Putt! Mar 14, 2024

Summary

In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics related to golf, including Scotty Scheffler's dominating finish at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, Rory McIlroy's bad behavior on the course, and the idea of a 100-player PGA Tour. The conversation covers various topics related to the PGA Tour, including the impact of elevated tour events, proposed changes to the cut rule, playing golf in the dark, exotic golf clubs, and a discussion on Jay Monahan's press conference. The main theme revolves around the financial challenges and potential risks faced by the PGA Tour in the current landscape of professional golf. The conversation covers topics such as Monahan's press conference, negotiations with Liv, the potential deal, the Island Green 17th at Sawgrass, the scarcity of island greens in golf, borrowing golf clubs, and a pickleball injury.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Golfing in Florida

03:20 - Scotty Scheffler's Dominating Finish

08:37 - Rory McIlroy's Bad Behavior

12:39 - Discussion on a 100-Player PGA Tour

25:20 - Proposed changes to the cut rule

26:12 - Playing golf in the dark

27:18 - Reverse shotgun start

28:36 -Exotic golf clubs

32:43 - Discussion on Jay Monahan's press conference

38:08 - What fans want from golf

44:03 - Financial challenges for the PGA Tour

46:23 - Potential risks for the PGA Tour

47:50 - Monahan's Press Conference

48:34 - Negotiations with Liv

49:43 - Potential Deal

50:32 - Island Green 17th at Sawgrass

58:37 - Island Greens in Golf

01:05:05 - Borrowing Golf Clubs

01:06:11 - Pickleball Injury

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2024 - Episode 6 - Is The LIV & PGA Tour Marriage Off? Mar 09, 2024

Looks Like The LIV Wedding Is Off!

Jay Monohan's 9 Lives

Anthony Kim Stinks, As Expected

Full Swing, Season 2 Drops

Cool Clubs - Scottsdale

Ronis' Former Student Shoots 60!

QR Code for House Shots on Golf Course?

MORE . . .

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2024 - Episode 5 - The Return of AK Mar 01, 2024

1. Anthony Kim

2. Asterisks

3. Jake Knapp

4. Can Play Out of Your Bag?

5. Mickelson Chipping Lesson

6. The Match

7. Charlie Woods 12

8. Build More Courses?

9. Fixing Scottie’s Putting

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2024 - Episode 4 - Guest - Stacy Lewis Feb 14, 2024

The Waste Management Open goes off the rails. Tiger revels his "Sun Day Red" brand. Special Guest: Solheim Cup Captain Stacy Lewis.

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2024 - Episode 3 - "Brady Tops It!" Feb 07, 2024

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Golf Range

03:23 Pebble Beach Wipeout

06:04 LIV Event Mexico

09:45 Spieth and Rory's Phone Call

12:41 Jaco's Mexican Adventure

18:24 Tom Brady's Tee Shot

21:22 TaylorMade vs. Costco

23:37 Favorite Private Golf Courses

27:33 Joggers or Hoodies on the Golf Course

28:43 Babe Zaharias's Clubs Sold

29:37 Saving Czabe's Grass Tee Box

32:13 PGA Merchandise Show

33:03 No More Golf Shirts or Hats

34:09 Injury Report in Golf

36:46 Technology in Golf

38:16 Nobody Cares About Your Round

42:04 Hackers in Topgolf Netting

44:41 Depth of Pro Golf

48:14 A Magazine About Golf

51:03 Should Angel Cabrera Be Invited Back to the Masters?

55:15 People Mover on a Golf Course

57:35 Golf Quote: Haywood Hale Broun

58:53 The Absurdity of Golf

59:28 Perfectionists and Dreamers

01:00:26 Golf Ain't for Everybody

01:00:52 The Challenge and Fun of Golf

01:01:41 Closing Remarks

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2024 - Episode 2 - "Golf is A Redemption Sport" Jan 20, 2024

Czabe and the 'Gang discuss Grayson Murray's breakthrough win at the Sony, the sometimes awkward conversation regarding alcohol and golf. Buddy gives tribute to legendary golf retailer Carl Rose of "Carl's Golfland" and we play a Quick 9!

(02:19) Grayson Murray won in Hawaii on Sunday

(13:05) Two golfing friends who have struggled with alcohol are missing this spring trip

(17:06) Capital Golf gang weighs in on controversial ruling at Sony Championship

(23:08) Two big names in golf retail died unexpectedly this week

(28:36) Is it legal to use artificial intelligence in your golf clubs

(39:32) Anyone at least once can sign up for a US Open local qualifier

(49:03) What would you do if they put one round of one of the majors behind paywall

(51:12) We're going to rank golf equipment based on how stupid they are

(54:32) Name one golfer you will never, ever criticize in the grill room

Grayson Murray, Redemption Story, PGA Tour, Rory Mcilroy, Alcoholism And Golf, Golf Retail Landscape, USGA Rules, Mental Health In Sports

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2024 - Episode 1 - Guest: Architecht Andrew Green Jan 13, 2024

Czabe is back with the boys for a new year nerding out about golf! John Ronis and Jon Guhl join him to discuss Rory's seeming surrender to LIV not going anywhere. Also course redesign ninja and rising star Andrew Green joins to discuss the impact of the distance rollback on architecture. Plus an "Emergency Nine."

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BONUS EPISODE: Hey You Kids! Stopping Hitting The Ball So Far! Dec 07, 2023

In the ultimate "Get Off My Lawn" bureaucratic move, the governing bodies of the game of golf have decided to "do something" about distance in golf. Too bad, it really won't do anything but lead to lawsuits and arguments. JOHN RONIS and BUDDY CHRISTENSEN joined Czabe today on his CzabeCast podcast to discuss, so we decided to cross-post it here as well for you golf nerds who don't listen to Czabe on a daily basis.

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'23 - Episode 25 "Ryder Cup Wrap Edition" Oct 07, 2023

Europe took it to the Americans with a 16.5 to 11.5 victory at the 2023 Ryder Cup in Rome, Italy. But was it even really that close? Czabe and the rest of the Capital Golf Gang break down where this year's edition of the Ryder Cup was won, where it was lost and what the U.S.A. needs to do to get this thing back on track for 2025 when the greatest exhibition in golf comes back to America at Bethpage Black on Long Island, NY.

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'23 - Episode 24 "The Ryder Cup is Coming!" Sep 16, 2023

On a scale of 1 to 10, how excited are we about the playing of the 44th Ryder Cup Matches? The gang breakdown what's coming down the pipe for us at starting on September 29th at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club in Guidonia Montecelio, just northeast of Rome — the names (or no-names) that we'll be watching, the stars that won't be there and maybe a bit of intrigue about a course few people know much about.

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'23 - Episode 23 "JT and the Ryder Cup Controversy" Sep 02, 2023

The golf world is up in arms at the Justin Thomas selection for the Ryder Cup team. Is it a "Boys Club" selection? A "Team Chemistry" selection? Or did Zach Johnson actually get it right? Czabe, John Ronis and and Jon Guhl break it down as a tight threesome this week.

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'23 - Episode 22 "A minus D equals P" Aug 26, 2023

We've got the full Capital Golf Gang crew back together this week. Steve Czaban, John Ronis, Jon Guhl and Buddy Christenson get together at Golfdom in Tyson's Corner. At the top of the show the group digs into the old mantra John Ronis learned years ago — "Ability minus Distractions equals Performance" and how it isn't just for the high-performance players and can be incorporated into even the friendliness of rounds.

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'23 - Episode 21 "The Mysterious Machinations of the PGA Tour" Aug 19, 2023

After a couple of weeks on the road, the Capital Golf Gang returns to fitting bay #1 at Golfdom of Tyson's Corner, VA. Top of the card this week is "How does the PGA Tour actually work?" Who gets into the playoffs? When does the season end? When does it start? What about the LIV guys? Who decides these things?

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'23 - Episode 18 "Play the Tees You Want" Jul 22, 2023

Should you be able to play the tees you want, or should the course be able to force you to play a specific set of tees based on your handicap?

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'23 - Episode 18 - "Swinging Through the Summer Heat" Jul 15, 2023

Czabe assembles the gang again with John Ronis, Buddy Christensen, Christopher Johnson. While we are deep into the hot and sultry dog days of summer, the golf continues. The crazy things people call golf shops about, where does the LIV / PGA tour stand and a quick back 9.

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'23 - Episode 17 - "Resurgence of the Orange Phoenix" Jul 08, 2023

This week the gang breaks down Rickie Fowler's triumphant return to the winner's circle. Plus, not only is Fowler back, but Ron Thomas makes his return this week to the Capital Golf Gang and brings a guest, former PGA Tour player Michael Muehr. The gang dissects what makes Rickie so popular, where his game went off the rails and the grueling process of how he got it back.

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'23 - Episode 16 - "If It's Soft, It's Just Over" Jul 01, 2023

Mr. Ronis and Mr. Guhl join Czabe for this week's episode of the Capital Golf Gang. We've got a bit of a wrap up this week as Czabe ties up some loose ends after his trip to Scotland and he and the boys look back at the U.S. Open, the Travelers and other fill-in details that have happened since the last episode two weeks ago. One common theme — if the course is soft, the pro's are going to tear it up.

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'23 - Episode 15 - "I Love LA — Jun 15, 2023

"Roll down the window, let the breeze flow. Tune in to the Beach Boys, baby, and let the music's rhythm grow." With Randy Newman's iconic "I Love LA" blasting through the radio, the U.S. Open descends upon the prestigious L.A. Country Club this week. This much-anticipated event marks only the 6th occasion the tournament graces California's shores, and it proudly claims its 8th West Coast appearance. As the television screen projects breathtaking visuals, we East Coasters have the joy of immersing ourselves in the action deep into the Saturday and Sunday nights.

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'23 - Episode 14 - "The PGA Tour and LIV Tour Merger: A Game-Changing Move" Jun 09, 2023

The PGA Tour and LIV Tour merger has left the golfing community stunned and curious about its implications. Czabe has assembled the Gang to dig into its financial considerations, legal concerns, the influence of Saudi money. The merger underscores the complex dynamics of the sports landscape today and the impact this merger will have on players, fans, and the sport as a whole will be fascinating to watch.

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'23 - Episode 13 - "Golf is Showing No Signs of Slowdown" Jun 03, 2023

The on-going popularity of golf and its positive and negative impacts; Emiliano Grillo reminds us of what golf is all about while waiting to start the playoff at the Colonial; the unusual opportunity that came up to strike a moving ball; and the LIV Tour makes its first visit to the DC area.

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'23 - Episode 12 - "Koepka's Amazing Major Run" May 27, 2023

Five months ago we were all writing Bruce Koepka off. After letting the Masters slip through his fingers he came back and stormed through the PGA Championship and reestablished himself as one of the top players in the world. What it means for his place in the game now having won five majors and it's implication on the Ryder Cup later this year.

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'23 - Episode 11 - "Shootin' Above Your Handicap" May 19, 2023

Chris Johnson takes his turn on the tee with the Capital Golf Gang this week to chat about the mission of the Salute Military Golf Association to provide rehabilitative golf programs, experiences, and family-inclusive golf opportunities for post 9/11 wounded war veterans. Other topics include the PGA Championship this week at Oak Hill, the power of the new schedule of majors and sub-majors, which Aussie has had the best career -- Adam Scott or Jason Day and more. Recorded live at Golfdom Tyson's Corner.

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'23 - Episode 10 - "Why Do We Play This Game Called Golf?" May 13, 2023

Live from the new Golfdom store in Rockville, MD, the Capital Golf Gang reconvenes for an all-encompassing conversation chatting about why in the world we all play this game, a qualifier DQ that has been the talk of the golf world plus some media news.

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'23 - Episode 9 - "Is That Course Worth The Price?" May 05, 2023

Czabe and the Gang discuss the insane runaway prices of high-end publicly accessible #elite courses all over the country. At what point do your knees buckle at the number? A quick nine, including a few holes about one-handed chipping, "gator nets" and more.

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'23 - Episode 8 - "Rounds From Hell" Apr 28, 2023

Czabe talks to the Gang about the nightmares of "client" golf, when the clients can't break 120. Also, what else can lead to a "nightmare" round well beyond your actual score. A QUICK NINE plus the latest from the Tours. Zurich Classic recap and LIV has a moment down under! MORE.....

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'23 - Episode 7 - "Turn That Music Off!" Apr 21, 2023

Czabe is joined by John Ronis, Jon Guhl, and Buddy Christensen at GolfDom in Tysons to discuss the latest issues in the world of golf. Including where everybody stands on the increasing use of portable speakers while playing.

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'23 Episode 6 - All Hail Jon Rahm Apr 14, 2023

The 2023 Masters is in the books and all hail not only Jon Rahm and his first green jacket, but the groundskeepers of Augusta National that kept the course playable on a marathon last day. Koepka is back and healthy, but even though he's only 32 and guys are competitive now into their 40s — even 50s! — his runway is getting real short for getting a green jacket. We'll explain more.

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'23 Episode 5 - "Masters 2023" Apr 05, 2023

Czabe is joined by Carol Maloney, John Ronis and Jon Guhl to discuss the Augusta National Women's Amatuer, dynamic Rose Zhang, trash talking in golf, the 7 biggest story lines in this year's event, plus what would you do if if Ben Hogan's ghost started talking to you?

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'23 Episode 4 - "Defend the Honor of Match Play" Apr 02, 2023

The Capital Golf Gang is once again back at Golfdom in Tyson's Corner. Looking back at the match that almost was last week between Rory and Scheffler, the Gang debates whether we are overselling match play at the professional level. Listen in to Czabe, John Ronis, Jon Guhl and Buddy Christensen dig into it.

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'23 Episode 3 - "LIV Tour: The Cold Winds of Change Have Flown In" Mar 25, 2023

The Capital Golf Gang returns to its normal format, broadcasting plausibly live from Golfdom in Tyson's Corner, VA. Jon Guhl and John Ronis take their normal positions on the tee with Czabe, and with Ron Thomas out on assignment this week, Buddy Christensen, Owner and President of Golfdom, rounds out the foursome. This week we've got LIV Tour machinations ahead of The Masters, a quick Back Nine, and a "Let if Breath" round robin.

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'23 Episode 2 - "Bifurcation of the Ball" Mar 19, 2023

The USGA and R&A announced this week a proposal to roll back the ball in hopes of curbing ever-increasing distance gains. Is this a good idea? Czabe does a deep dive with John Ronis on the front nine. Then, Kevin Van Valkenburg —who after 11 years at ESPN has joined No Laying Up — comes aboard for a quick back 9, including Kevin's hot take that the LIV Tour's days could be numbered.

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'23 Episode 1 - "A Full Swing to Break the Ice" Mar 11, 2023

The Capital Golf Gang, sponsored by Golfdom of Tyson's Corner gets the 2023 Season underway. Joining Czabe this week are John Ronis, Director of Golf at the River Creek Club and the 2022 Invited Golf Professional of the Year, Jon Guhl, Executive Director & CEO of the Middle Atlantic Section of the PGA of America and Ron Thomas, former University of Maryland golfer and proud papa of a budding young multi-sport golfer. We talk Full Swing, structural changes to the tour, raising a young golfer and Czabe's upcoming trip to Friday at The Masters.

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Capital Golf Gang - '22 Episode 22 - "The PGA Tour Empire Strikes Back" Aug 25, 2022

Czabe is joined by John Ronis, Jon Guhl, and Buddy Christensen for the final time in 2022 to talk about the PGA Tour's major move (finally!) to combat the LIV defections. Also, a final "Quick Nine" plus year-end news and notes heading into the fall.

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Capital Golf Gang - '22 Episode 21 - "Hilton Head Island & Pete Dye" Aug 18, 2022

Czabe is on vacation, but still finds time to report back the Gang from Hilton Head. He visited the Pete Dye "mini-museum" and had some thoughts. We play a quick nine, and talk about the bonkers finish to the St. Jude to start the playoffs. Plus Patrick Reed's silly lawsuit and more!

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Capital Golf Gang - '22 Episode 20 - "The Key to The Golf Kingdom" Aug 10, 2022

Czabe is joined by John Ronis and Jon Guhl to discuss what ONE thing will help you play the BEST golf of your life, now and for years to come - not just a hot month or two. Also a "Quick Nine" including Colin Morikawa's airport bag scare, the latest LIV lawsuit triple-bogey on #1, and much more! PRESENTED BY GOLFDOM in Tyson's Corner, VA!

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Capital Golf Gang - '22 Episode 19 - "The Rudest Club In the World"" Aug 04, 2022

Czabe is joined remotely by John Ronis and Jon Guhl to talk about the reputation Muirfield GC in Scotland is trying to shed, the process of "blackballing" somebody, Henrik Stenson's LIV statement win, a quick nine with Mr. Ronis and a whole lot more!

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Capital Golf Gang - '22 - Episode 18 - "Taming The Demons" Jul 29, 2022

Czabe and the fellas discuss how to still have fun, when your game has gone completely in the tank. We play a quick nine, and also talk about the latest news from the pro tours. John Ronis, Buddy Christensen, and Bryant Hatcher join the panel.

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Capital Golf Gang - '22/Episode 17 - "Cam Steals Rory's Destiny" Jul 21, 2022

Czabe is joined by Ron Thomas and John Ronis to discuss the 150th Open Championship, Rory's heartbreak, the upside of Cam Smith, the essence of St. Andrews, and the latest bombshell from the LIV Defectors, Henrik Stensen. MORE....

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Capital Golf Gang - '22/Episode 16 - "The Heat of Competition"" Jul 14, 2022

Czabe is joined by John Ronis, Jon Guhl, and Golfdom's Randy Ramsey to discuss the "mic drop" moment for Tiger at the Open Championship when he made his first public comments about the LIV Tour. What does true competition do for an athlete, and what are the LIV guys going to miss out on? We also play a Quick-9, all "Old Course" style. Plus play "show and tell" from our last week out playing this great game.

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Capital Golf Gang - '22/Episode 15 - "Waiting For The Open" Jul 07, 2022

Czabe is joined virtually by John Ronis, Jon Guhl, and Ron Thomas to discuss the lull before the Open Championship, a look ahead to Old Course, plus a variety of golf topics and a "Quick Nine" spread over each of the 3 guests!

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Capital Golf Gang - '22/Episode 14 - "Lexi Leaves Heartbroken, Again" Jul 01, 2022

Czabe is joined by Jon Guhl, John Ronis, and Steve Buckhantz to talk about the KMPG LPGA Championship at Congressional. Lexi Thompson's putting meltdown on Sunday, the tortured slow pace and fines, how did the "new look" Congressional come across on TV, and on the ground. Plus a QUICK nine, and some additional thoughts on the 2nd LIV Tour event. MORE....

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Capital Golf Gang - '22/Episode 13 - "Fitzpatrick Redeems England" Jun 23, 2022

Czabe is joined by John Ronis, Buddy Christensen, and Ron Thomas to recap the 122nd US Open at Brookline. They discuss Fitzpatrick's journey to stardom, and the speed increases he got with the driver, without wrecking his game. They boys also play a "quick nine" with one particularly "odd" hole involving lockeroom etiquette. All that plus the latest LIV defections and the Tour's response.

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Capital Golf Gang - '22/Episode 12 - "What Would Francis Ouimet Think?" Jun 15, 2022

Czabe is joined by JOHN RONIS and JON GUHL to discuss the 122nd US Open at The Country Club. The history, and the crossroads the professional game finds itself at with the launch of the LIV Tour. They also talk about the layout, how the USGA has evolved the last 10 years, and much more about this year's US Open.

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Capital Golf Gang - '22/Episode 11 - "When Words, Are Not Enough" Jun 08, 2022

CZABE and the Gang discuss what to say to a friend when he's playing "the round from hell." Also is it okay to go "deep silent" when you are on the verge of a titanic anger meltdown. We play "A Quick Nine" with thoughts on informercial golf clubs, agronomy, unwritten rules for looking for other guys golf balls, and more. Plus more LIV defections, and the depth of the PGA Tour crisis. JON GUHL, BUDDY CHRISTENSEN, CHICK HERNANDEZ.

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Capital Golf Gang - '22/Episode 10 - "The LIV Lands DJ" Jun 03, 2022

The LIV Tour is a go, and they stole a big name, for big money. Czabe is joined by Ron Thomas and Buddy Christensen to discuss the impact and what will the PGA Tour's next move? We play a QUICK NINE of hypotheticals, and also welcome special guest Randy Ramsey of GolfDom, whose son Ryan is a pitcher for the Maryland Terrapins who are in the College Baseball playoffs.

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Capital Golf Gang - '22/Episode 9 - "Justin Thomas Wins The PGA" May 25, 2022

Czabe is joined by Jon Guhl and John Ronis to discuss Thomas and his amazing Sunday charge. Shanking a ball, the wisdom of the PGA in May, poor Mito Pereira, Tiger's future, and more! Plus Nicklaus being sued, by his own company!

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Capital Golf Gang - '22/Episode 8 - "The Sheriff Returns to The Malcolm" May 20, 2022

Czabe is joined by longtime golf industry pro Jeff Sheehan, who helped found the Potomac Cup, as well as built Renditions GC in Davidsonville, MD. We are "plausibly live" from our 20th annual guys golf trip - this time to Myrtle Beach, SC! Ron Thomas and Bryant Hatcher join in the fun, inside the new CzabeCast "LandJet."

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Capital Golf Gang - '22/Episode 7 - "Perspective Running Wild" May 12, 2022

Czabe is joined by the Gang remotely this week, to discuss the Wells Fargo at Avenel. Ronis on the winner Max Homa, and why they call him "The Big Perspective." Ron Thomas on his experience in the Pro-Am. And Jon Guhl on his role at 1st tee starter. Presented by GolfDomGolf.com

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Capital Golf Gang - '22/Episode 6 - "Porchside in Potomac" May 05, 2022

Czabe and John Ronis play a brisk 2-man "round" this week from TPC Potomac at Avenel Farms for the 2022 Wells Fargo Championship. Czabe talks about the course and it's myriad designs. Also Ronis played it in college when it first opened. There's a 2-man "Quick Nine" in the there, plus thoughts on what life on tour is like for young guys these days, and the LIV Golf Group which has plucked a few more "notable" names!

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Capital Golf Gang - '22/Episode 5 - "Avenel Back In Business" Apr 28, 2022

Czabe and the fellas are joined by Gary Soba, Tournament Director of the Wells Fargo Championship, which comes to the DC area next week at TPC Potomac at Avenel Farms. Also John Ronis, Ron Thomas, and Jon Guhl play a "quick nine" of golf hypothetical holes, and discuss the latest Greg Norman and Phil Mickelson LIV news. MORE....

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Capital Golf Gang - '22/Episode 4 - "The Book of Spieth" Apr 20, 2022

Jordan Spieth back in the winners circle at Harbor Town, and it was the "full Spieth" wild ride. Why is he so popular, and with just one more major, where will he rank in the golfing pantheon of greats before the age of 30? We play a "Quick Nine" talking about pampas grass, lightning, jerks who don't post, TV announcers you love/hate and more. Also local DMV golf news and thoughts on the Four QB "Match" taking place in Vegas. MORE....

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Capital Golf Gang - '22/Episode 3 - "The Scheffler Shuffle" Apr 15, 2022

Scottie Scheffler wins the Masters, Tiger Woods plays all three days. Rory with a late charge, and Cam Smith done in by "Golden Bell." All the nuggets, analysis, and opinions from your favorite DC based golf show, featuring Steve Czaban, John Ronis, Jon Guhl, and Ron Thomas.

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Capital Golf Gang - '22/Episode 2 - "Augusta Blasphemy" Apr 07, 2022

Czabe is joined by the regular foursome of John Ronis, Jon Guhl, and Ron Thomas to talk about things about The Masters that need to be fixed!? What! Blasphemy! Dude Perfect romps around amen corner. Size of the field. The ANWA. Quick Nine: Would you WALK all the way to Georgia to play Augusta? What happens when Jack and Gary are gone? MORE....

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Capital Golf Gang - '22/Episode 1 - "The Phall of Phil" Apr 02, 2022

Phil Mickelson's sudden and shocking PR fall from grace. Is there a road back? A quick nine: Scottie Scheffler's rise. Travel bags. Tiger at Augusta? Gimmick clubs. Upcoming Tour stop at Avenel. Equipment trends for '22. MORE. Presented by GolfDom in Tyson's Corner.

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Capital Golf Gang - 2021 Season Finale Oct 11, 2021

Czabe is joined by John Ronis, Ron Thomas, and Buddy Christensen to recap the Ryder Cup, play one last "quick nine" and then chat with special guest Michael Brennan of Wake Forest. MORE....

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Capital Golf Gang - LIVE! From the Ryder Cup 2021 Sep 25, 2021

Czabe is live on a Saturday morning at Whistling Straits, as the Euros are getting THUMPED after Day 1 by the Americans. Can they turn it around? Jon Guhl, John Ronis, and Ron Thomas joins the show by phone to discuss matches, strategy, key shots, the venue, the experience and more.

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The Capital Golf Gang - Ryder Cup Preview Sep 18, 2021

Czabe is joined by Buddy Christensen of GolfDom, as well as John Ronis of River Creek GC, and Ron Thomas former University of Maryland golfer to discuss all things Ryder Cup in advance of Whistling Straits. Plus highlights of magic Ryder Cup moments of the past, and the Brooks/Bryson cloud that hangs over everything.

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Capital Golf Gang - "The Book of Cantlay" Sep 12, 2021

Czabe discusses the unthinkable physical and emotional hardships Patrick Cantlay endured just as he was coming into superstardom on the PGA Tour, as well as his impressive patience and perspective. The Book of Job has nothing on Cantlay! Special guest Gary Williams of Sirius XM PGA Tour radio joins to play a "quick nine." Czabe and John Ronis discuss the rules flap at the Solheim Cup, and Captain Stricker's picks to round out the Ryder Cup team.

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Capital Golf Gang - "Patty Ice at BMW" Sep 04, 2021

Czabe, Ron Thomas, Buddy Christensen and John Ronis are joined by Titleist sale rep Pat Moriarty to discuss Patrick Cantlay's win at the BMW, and Czabe's early morning observations. Ron and Ronis get heated about drunks and heckling. Pat runs us through the new T-Series irons (sweet!) and we play "A Quick Nine" to close it out!

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Capital Golf Gang - Michael Muehr Aug 28, 2021

Czabe, Ronnie, and Buddy sit down with former Duke All-American Michael Muehr who made 73 PGA Tour starts before a near-deadly bout with skin cancer derailed his career. He is now part of the elite amateur circuit and has played regularly with former President Donald J. Trump. He tells the story about how it only took 6 holes to impress Trump at his home course. Also, has moments of sportsmanship, anger management, and more.

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Capital Golf Gang - "Oh, My Arm! It's Broken!" Aug 25, 2021

In this latest round of the Capital Golf Gang, Steve Czaban rounds out the foursome with show regular Jon Ronis of the Ronis Academy at River Creek Country Club, Buddy Christenson the owner of Golfdom in Tysons Corner, VA and long time sports anchor and play-by-play man for CBS Sports Network Chick Hernandez. Among other topics, this week's episode features a quick-9 "Captains Choice" format and the dreaded aeration impact on local courses.

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Capital Golf Gang — The Washington Golf and County Club Renovation Aug 24, 2021

Czabe is joined by some of the usual suspects — John Ronis and Jon Guhl — as well as Jay Dufty, Director of Golf at Washington Golf and Country Club in Arlington, VA. This special edition was recorded "plausibly live" right from the Washington Golf and Country Club as Jay walks the gang through the 20-month renovation to this course founded back in 1894.

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Capital Golf Gang - "Make Golf Fun Again" Aug 07, 2021

Czabe is joined by the usual suspects, John Ronis, Ron Thomas, and Jon Guhl to talk about the GolfWorld "100 Most Fun Golf Courses in the UK" and what makes a course "fun" vs. "too easy." They play a "Quick Nine" and also talk about their latest adventures in golf.

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Capital Golf Gang - "Taking It Deep" Jul 17, 2021

Czabe has the full crew with him this week at GolfDom to discuss "power" and long drivers in golf history in honor of MLB's Home Run Derby. Czabe lists his "8 Iconic Long Hitters That Changed The Game" list, and there are some suprises! A quick nine, which includes a stunning story of a guy who lost 3-dozen+ balls in a competitive round - AND STILL DIDN'T RUN OUT!

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Capital Golf Gang - "The Match" Jul 10, 2021

Czabe and John Ronis share a breezy two-some in the Mobile Strike Studio, parked outside the putting green at Loudoun G&CC. We discuss the Capital One made-for-tv match with Brady and Rodgers, also play a quick nine, and more!

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Capital Golf Gang - "Olympic Fever" Jul 04, 2021

Czabe is joined by Buddy Christensen, Jon Guhl, and Ron Thomas to discuss their overall interest in Olympic golf, and whether it's really necessary to "grow the game." We also play a "Quick Nine" and discuss the latest in the world of golf locally, and on Tour.

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Capital Golf Gang - "US Open Recap, From Erin Hills" Jun 25, 2021

A special “road” edition of the Capital Golf Gang, as Czabe chats with Jim Lombardo and Rich Tock of Erin Hills, and longtime local amateur and author John Haines. They talk about Rahm’s clutch putts, Bryson’s meltdown, Torrey and more. Plus the story of how Erin Hills happened, and how it’s evolved.

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Capital Golf Gang - "Oh Caddy, My Caddy" Jun 12, 2021

Czabe is joined by John Ronis, Buddy Christensen, and Bryant Hatcher to talk about how great having a caddy is, but also how tough it can be when you are the one hoofin' the bag! We play a "Quick Nine" and talk other relevant topics in the world of golf.

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Capital Golf Gang - "The Scarlet Q" Jun 03, 2021

Czabe is joined by the entire gang, as they discuss Shan Shan Feng bailing from the "Consolation Match" on the LPGA Match Play. What constitutes "quitting" in golf, and when is it ever justified. Also it's Memorial Week. Muirfield re-design. Spieth and Kokrak. A "Quick Nine" and NCAA golf and the insanely good young talent out there.

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Capital Golf Gang - Phil Wins PGA Championship Jun 02, 2021

Czabe is joined by Buddy Christensen, John Ronis and Jon Guhl to discuss Phil's amazing win, the Brooks-Bryson "fued" how Kiawah fared and more. They boys play "A Quick 9" and John gives tribute to his mother who drove him to many many golf tournaments over the years.

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Capital Golf Gang - SMGA.org May 22, 2021

Czabe is joined by John Ronis and Christopher Johnson to discuss Kiawah Island, the Ocean Course and the Salute Military Golf Association which helps our injured warriors forge a new life after being wounded in battle. The boys play "A Quick Nine" and tell some stories of the legendary Burning Tree Golf Club inside the DC beltway.

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Capital Golf Gang - "An Ode to Contact" May 15, 2021

Panelists: Czabe, Ron Thomas, John Ronis, Buddy Christensen.

Sement 1: "An Ode to Contact"

Segment 2: A Quick Nine

NCAA Cancellation
Funny Betting Games
Rory McIlroy Wins Again
Jason Day Corporate Whore
One Thing Golfers Need
"What Did You Talk About?"
Shanks vs. Yips
Old School Golf Carts
Golf Magazines

Segment 3: Ron's Asshole Quitter partner at US OPen

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Capital Golf Gang - Congressional Restoration May 07, 2021

Czabe, Ron Thomas and John Ronis visit chief design architect Andrew Green whose name is on the 18 month overhaul of a perennial Top-100 layout, the venerable Congressional CC. The boys get a hole-by-hole tour with Andrew, and retire to the stately Presidents room in the massive clubhouse to ask him the how and where and why of his redesign.

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Capital Golf Gang - Technology & Video Apr 30, 2021

Panelists: Czabe, John Ronis, Buddy Christensen

Segment 1: "Technology and Video"

How modern tech and ability to see finite positions in the golf swing has affected the development of players and changed the game.

Segment 2: "A Quick Nine"

Zurich Classic Format
No Carts/No Range
Brandel Chamblee on Angles
Novelty Golf Clubs
Banning Your Buddies
Etiquette: Club Loitering
Tiger Posts First Photo
Special Exemptions
Augusta or Tour Caddy

Segment 3: Monday Qualifying, players who have targets on them, slow play is a GOOD thing? Top golf, proper club fitting.

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Capital Golf Gang - Hideki Matsuyama Wins Masters Apr 18, 2021

Czabe, John Ronis, Ron Thomas and Jon Guhl dissect the Masters and Hideki Matsuyama's win from every angle. Guest appearance by Buddy Christensen, owner of GolfDom who was there on the grounds!

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Capital Golf Gang - Lee Westwood & Bryson DeChambeau Apr 03, 2021

Lee Westwood and Bryson. TPC. Quick nine. Buddy Christensen at GolfDom.

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Capital Golf Gang - Patrick Reed Can't Stop Cheating Feb 08, 2021

The boys discuss the Patrick Reed "cheating" incident at Torrey Pines. Also the USGA/R&A's distance study, and what they might actually do in the coming year. We also play "A Quick Nine."

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Capital Golf Gang – Christmas 2020 Episode Dec 21, 2020

Czabe is joined by John Ronis and Ron Thomas in the Mobile Strike Studio outside GolfDom to talk golf, and wrap up the year. What must golf do to not “blow it” from increase in 2020 rounds? A quick nine. Gift ideas with Buddy Christensen of GolfDom.

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Capital Golf Gang - Riverbend CC Sep 09, 2020

Czabe, John Ronis, Ron Thomas, and Jon Guhl discuss the latest golf news in the DMV and the professional tours.

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Capital Golf Gang – Creighton Farms Sep 08, 2020

GUEST: Robert Blumer – PGA of America Head Professional, Creighton Farms GC. Czabe, John Ronis, Ron Thomas, and Jon Guhl discuss the latest golf news in the DMV and the professional tours.

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Capital Golf Gang - Agent Terry Reilly Aug 21, 2020

Special Guest: Golf agent Terry Reilly of Wasserman. What it's like being a PGA Tour "agent" and how they handle clients' weekly obligations. "A Quick Nine" quiz segment. US Amateur, Bandon Dunes, and youth golf today.

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"The New Real Deal In Golf" Aug 12, 2020

GUESTS: Ron Thomas and John Ronis. A mini-version of the Capital Golf Gang. Full recap of the PGA Championship. Why Frank Nobilo and Ian Baker Finch hate me. College football season is still alive. MORE....

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Capital Golf Gang – July 5, 2020 Jul 06, 2020

Join Czabe and his golf nerds John Ronis, Ron Thomas, and Jon Guhl to discuss the latest in the game of golf, from the tours, to local courses, to equipment and more. Taped live at GolfDom Golf in Tyson’s Corner, VA.

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Capital Golf Gang - 2020 Season Episode 1 Mar 07, 2020

Join Czabe and his golf nerds John Ronis, Ron Thomas, and Jon Guhl to discuss the latest in the game of golf, from the tours, to local courses, to equipment and more. Taped live at GolfDom Golf in Tyson's Corner, VA.

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