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Jim Nantz, Lexi Thompson, Sean Martin (01/29) Jan 29, 2019

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Kyle recaps the PGA Merchandise show and Sean Martin of PGATour.com joins to preview the weekend. First, Kyle's discussions recorded in Orlando with Jim Nantz (6:20) and Lexi Thompson (13:53) along with the coolest thing he saw at the show. Then Sean Martin joins fresh off Torrey Pines to talk about Tiger Woods' first win there (23:35), how to assess the performances from both Justin Rose and Adam Scott (29:00), expectations for Hideki Matsuyama (38:13) and expert picks for the Waste Management Open (42:05).

Justin Rose reminded everyone he's No. 1 (01/27) Jan 28, 2019

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Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap Justin Rose's win and Tiger Woods' performance and Torrey Pines over the weekend. First, how Justin Rose elevated himself against a leaderboard of the game's top talent (5:08), what to make of Tiger's charge on Sunday (20:43) and then other weekend takeaways, including Bryson's win on the European Tour and Rory's showing in his first run at the Farmer's Open (34:10).

Tiger making 2019 debut at Torrey Pines (01/21) Jan 21, 2019

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Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson look ahead to Tiger Woods' 2019 PGA Tour debut at the Farmers Insurance Open. After Adam Long held off Phil Mickelson at the Desert Classic, Kyle and Chip break down what it means for Long (0:34) and whether this is an indicator of what to expect from Lefty moving forward (6:07). Plus, weekend takeaways from Jon Rahm and Justin Rose (11:20) and a preview of the action at Torrey Pines with Tiger, Rory, Rickie and more all in the star-studded field (19:40).

Jordan Spieth sounds lost, Desert Classic preview (01/15) Jan 15, 2019

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Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson preview the weekend action in golf. First, why keeping an eye on the European Tour is worth it this weekend (1:31), Augusta National hosting a women's amateur (5:37) and the ceiling for Matt Kuchar in 2019 (8:03). Plus, whether to be concerned by Jordan Spieth's quotes from Hawaii (16:24) and the Desert Classic preview with picks to win (23:45).

On Kuchar and tipping (01/13) Jan 14, 2019

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Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson review Matt Kuchar's win at the Sony Open. First, addressing the reports of Kuchar short-changing local a caddie in the fall (2:40) then on to breaking down what the win means for his 2019 season (14:28). Plus, why there's major cause for concern with Jordan Spieth missing the cut (18:16), where JT fell short and other observations from the weekend action (22:48).

Sony Open Preview (01/09) Jan 09, 2019

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PGATour.com's Sean Martin joins Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson to preview the weekend action in golf. First, the value of a Ryder Cup captain (3:24), Rory's clutch gene, and how quickly we react to introspection from golf's top stars (11:28), Sean weighs in Kyle's top American golfers under 30 rankings (20:10) and finally the Sony Open preview (29:15) with picks to win and more.

Xander steals one in Hawaii (01/06) Jan 07, 2019

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Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson recap an epic comeback win for Xander Schauffele in the Tournament of Champions. The conversation includes where Xander ranks among the best players under 30 (4:15), Bryson DeChambeau putting with the pin in (12:44), whether to panic about Rory's Sunday struggles (18:30), Justin Thomas' sneaky-great week (25:15) and more.

Tournament of Champions preview (01/02) Jan 03, 2019

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Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson preview the first event of the 2019 golf calendar, the Tournament of Champions from Hawaii. First, reaction to reports of the PGA Tour adding on-course interviews during tournaments (1:32), Rory's decision to prioritize the PGA Tour over the European Tour (7:50), Kyle's nine fearless predictions for 2019 (14:03) and both a preview and picks for the weekend action in Hawaii (27:27).

Top Storylines in Golf for 2019 (12/28) Dec 28, 2018

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Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson break down the top storylines that will dominate the sport in 2019. First, Tiger pulling out of the Tournament of Champions (1:25), whether we should expect any equipment changes in 2019 (11:30), who will be this year's Brooks Koepka (18:36) and why both Tiger Woods and Jordan Spieth's response to their respective 2018 performances will be the biggest storylines of the year (25:47).

Top 5 events of 2018 (12/13) Dec 13, 2018

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Kyle Porter and Chip Patterson rank their favorite events from the 2018 season. First, a check on the stock of several stars heading into 2019 with buy/sell (2:19), including debates about Bryson DeChambeau (5:44) and the expectations for Tiger Woods (13:01). Then it's on to stacking the majors and best non-major events against each other the reveal of Kyle and Chip's top five events from 2018 (18:05).

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