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206: Masters Week: Previewing Key Holes at Augusta National Apr 07, 2025

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Masters Week 2025 has arrived - and Smylie Kaufman & Charlie Hulme are here to get you ready with a look at some of Augusta National Golf Club's most iconic holes, with an assist from the reigning champion and World #1 Scottie Scheffler!
We begin with a big-picture look ahead to the tournament and the biggest names in play - and perhaps some dark-horse candidates - before diving deep in our big Masters preview Tuesday night at TBonz Steakhouse in Augusta.
Smylie & Charlie then use snippets of Scottie's commentary on "Magnolia," "Pampas," "Carolina Cherry," "White Dogwood," "Chinese Fir," and "Redbud" to discuss the strategy involved in playing each of those holes. Check out "Every Hole at Augusta National with Scottie Scheffler" here: https://youtu.be/rzn9beZEG_g?si=nncjQ9lMVX61f_Fh
We close with Smylie's brief recap of the Valero Texas Open from the airport en route to Augusta. Get ready for a mix of humor, expert insight, and Masters magic as Smylie and Charlie gear up for one of golf's most celebrated events!
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
05:00 - Masters Tournament Look Ahead
14:35 - Every Hole at Augusta National with Scottie Scheffler
16:40 - "Magnolia" (5th Hole)
22:40 - "Pampas" (7th Hole)
29:10 - "Carolina Cherry" (9th Hole)
34:30 - "White Dogwood" (11th Hole)
39:46 - "Chinese Fir" (14th Hole)
43:13 - "Redbud" (16th Hole)
51:00 - Valero Texas Open Recap
53:30 - Like & Subscribe Reminder

Chris Como Interview: Working with Tiger, Bryson, & Xander + How to Prep for the Masters Apr 02, 2025

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Smylie Kaufman is joined by renowned swing coach Chris Como to detail his journey through the world of golf instruction!

Chris discusses working with Tiger Woods during a pivotal time in his career, coaching stars like Bryson DeChambeau and Xander Schauffele, and delves into the relationship between player and coach while picking Smylie's brain about how he approached instruction and finding the right "feels." As we head into Masters week, Chris and Smylie wrap with a discussion about the unique approach coaches take to the year's first major (plus a quick look at Smylie's "Hiya" affliction!).

Highlights include:

- Chris Como’s inspiration and early days in golf coaching

- Memories of collaborating with Tiger Woods and analyzing his legendary 2000 swing

- Breaking down modern biomechanics and how it shapes today’s game

- Working with stars like Xander Schauffele to maximize speed and precision

- Insights into Bryson DeChambeau’s power-packed transformation

This episode is packed with stories, tips, and a behind-the-scenes look at the pro golf instruction. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more golf insights and exclusive interviews!

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

02:00 - How did you get started in coaching

06:17 - Biomechanics in golf

13:04 - Tiger Woods

19:57 - Bryson DeChambeau

23:18 - Player advice implemented into coaching

28:33 - Communication with a player's team

29:45 - Players benefiting from speed training

31:53 - Data insights from Xander and Bryson

35:22 - Xander Schauffele partnership

39:26 - Managing injuries in golf

44:18 - Masters Tournament preparation

46:40 - Chris' travel schedule

50:20 - Like & Subscribe

Houston Open Recap | Min Woo Lee's Breakthrough Win Mar 31, 2025

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Min Woo Lee secures his first PGA Tour win! 🏆 In this episode of The Smylie Show, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the week in golf, diving into Lee’s breakthrough performance at the Texas Children’s Houston Open, what changed for him, and how he capitalized on his strengths to take home the victory.

Other highlights include:

- Scottie Scheffler’s play this week, and where his game is heading into the Masters.

- A look at the evolving conditions at the Houston Open and their impact on play.

- The drama between Alejandro Tosti and Min Woo Lee during the final round.

- Insights into the upcoming Masters and Lee’s potential to contend at Augusta National.

- Fun moments with Padraig Harrington and Roger Clemens during a rain delay happy hour segment.

Smylie and Charlie close the show with a discussion about the budding rivalry in the YouTube Golf creator space.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Smylie’s Astros Game Experience

06:16 - The Chef’s First Win

10:57 - Min Woo Lee Wins Houston Open

13:11 - Min Woo Lee Profiles for Augusta National

17:28 - The Alejandro Tosti Soap Opera

20:10 - Was Min Woo playing slow?

23:31 - Scottie Scheffler

27:05 - Rory McIlroy

32:17 - Gary Woodland’s comeback story

43:22 - Gary Woodland’s “swag”

46:10 - The latest Masters exemptions

47:02 - Happy Hour Report

50:16 - Eugenio Chacarra Wins DP World Tour Event

58:04 - Golf Creator Wars?

1:01:10 - What's Next for Creator Classic?

Golf TV Ratings, TGL Finals, and Masters Preview with James Colgan & Keith Stewart Mar 26, 2025

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We get smarter this week on the Smylie Show, as Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are joined by two guests with a range of valuable insights on the state of golf!

James Colgan - who runs the "Hot Mic" for GOLF.com - joins first to dive into his most recent story detailing the uptick in ratings for 2025 golf telecasts, and what impact that will have both in the short and long term for the PGA TOUR and its broadcast partners. You can find James' story here: https://golf.com/news/4-theories-golf-tv-ratings-rebound/

We're then joined by Keith Stewart of "Read The Line" to recap the first night of the TGL Finals (which he's in attendance to cover), along with an early look at the Masters odds board and his picks for the Houston Open. You can find Keith's work here: https://www.readtheline.com/

Whether you're curious about the state of pro golf, gearing up for the Masters, or just love a great #golfpodcast, this episode has it all!

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Introduction of today's guests

03:30 - James Colgan of GOLF.com joins the show

06:12 - Explaining the dynamics behind golf's ratings increase in 2025

13:50 - Future TV deals in golf

16:34 - Creating a global golf product for TV

26:34 - Keith Stewart of Read The Line joins the show

31:01 - Discussing the TGL final

35:40 - Taking an early look at the Masters odds board

38:36 - Keith's Keys to the Masters

44:30 - Expectations for LIV players at the Masters

54:00 - Houston Open picks

59:06 - See you soon!

Viktor Hovland & Justin Thomas Duel In the Snake Pit + Sprinkler Busts & Putter Punts Mar 24, 2025

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Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the week in golf, ranging from Viktor Hovland’s first trip back to the winner’s circle since the 2023 Tour Championship to another win for a rising star who could be the future face of the PGA TOUR.

Highlights include:

- The keys to Viktor Hovland’s win despite his own frustrations with his golf swing 🏆

- Justin Thomas notches another runner-up finish, and how his game is shaping up ahead of the Masters 🔥

- Funny and chaotic moments on the course, like Adam Hadwin’s sprinkler mishap and Patton Kizzire’s unforgettable putter punt 🤣

- Masters prep insights, allergy struggles, and even Wendy’s Baconator runs during tournament weeks 🍔

- Discussion on young talents like Miles Russell and what the future holds for them in golf 🏌️

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

07:09 - Valspar Championship Recap

08:59 - Why the Valspar Championship is Underrated

12:05 - Ranking the Florida Swing

15:49 - Viktor Hovland wins the Valspar

21:25 - Is Hovland a “perfectionist?”

31:50 - Discussing Justin Thomas’ week

42:46 - Billy Horschel’s Left-Handed Escape Shot

44:54 - Golf Rage Medal Podium

46:10 - What types of fines does the PGA TOUR issue?

58:02 - Miles Russell Wins Sage Valley Junior Invitational

1:00:15 - NIL Impact on College Golf

1:11:38 - Closing Thoughts

Russell Henley Interview: Winning at Bay Hill + Playing Presidents Cup with Scottie Scheffler Mar 20, 2025

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Fresh off a thrilling comeback win at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, Russell Henley joins Smylie Kaufman to discuss the week at Bay Hill, his Presidents Cup pairing with Scottie Scheffler, and playing guitar on stage with some legends.

Highlights include:

- Insights into his game plan at Bay Hill, including patience and precision under Sunday nerves.

- Russell's journey from amateur success to PGA TOUR consistency, balancing family life, and how his wife’s support has been a game-changer.

- Fun stories about painting, basketball rivalries on TOUR, and playing guitar with Darius Rucker!

Whether you're a golf enthusiast or just love hearing behind-the-scenes stories, this episode is packed with memorable moments and expert insights.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:23 - Winning the Arnold Palmer Invitational

03:24 - Playing with Collin Morikawa on Sunday

06:11 - Henley's Sunday Opportunity

07:52 - Chip-in Moment on 16

12:27 - Living in Columbus, Georgia

14:43 - Family Support

19:06 - Continuing Amateur Golf After Pro Win

22:10 - College Golf Career

24:24 - First PGA Tour Victory

26:40 - Keys to Longevity and Success

28:34 - Challenges on the PGA Tour

31:14 - Playing Guitar with Darius Rucker

35:16 - Young Russell vs. Current Russell

38:00 - Tips to Improve Iron Play

41:44 - Meaning of Presidents Cup Selection

45:34 - Playing with Scottie Scheffler in Presidents Cup

49:47 - PGA Tour Basketball Team

53:11 - Importance of Goal Setting

54:49 - Like and Subscribe

Rory McIlroy Wins the PLAYERS In a Monday Playoff Mar 17, 2025

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Fresh off the course at TPC Sawgrass after following Rory McIlroy for his three-hole playoff victory, Smylie Kaufman joins Charlie Hulme on his car ride home while recapping the 2025 PLAYERS Championship. Smylie covers everything from the wildly shifting weather conditions in Ponte Vedra Beach to what he saw from Scottie Scheffler and Justin Thomas as we look ahead to the first major of the year in less than a month.

Smylie and Charlie also discuss some off-the-course storylines, including the back-and-forth between Collin Morikawa and the media, and bizarre exchange between Rory and Texas junior Luke Potter during a Tuesday practice round.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Smylie drives home

02:10 - Monday Playoff: Rory McIlroy vs. JJ Spaun

10:38 - Analyzing Rory's performance

19:08 - AnalyzingScottie Scheffler's performance

23:02 - Sunday's weather delay

27:40 - Saturday's wild conditions

30:34 - Justin Thomas ties the course record Friday

35:46 - How close was Akshay Bhatia?

43:18 - Morikawa clashes with the media

51:22 - Discussing the Rory McIlroy - Luke Potter practice round incident

1:05:25 - Matt Fitzpatrick and Billy Foster Split

1:06:00 - Tiger Woods Achilles Surgery

1:08:30 - Joaquin Niemann wins again on LIV

Webb Simpson Interview: Reflecting On His PLAYERS Win + Presidents & Ryder Cup Memories Mar 12, 2025

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Webb Simpson joins Smylie Kaufman during PLAYERS week to reflect on his 2018 win at TPC Sawgrass, his 2012 U.S. Open win, and much, much more. Webb shares everything from how meaningful it was to represent Team USA in six Ryder or Presidents Cups as a player (and another as an assistant captain), to his robust on-the-road setup used for making his perfect cup of coffee.

🔥 Highlights from the episode:

- Ryder Cup & Presidents Cup stories, including memories with Tiger Woods and Ian Poulter.

- How Webb adjusted to the belly putter ban and found success again.

- Balancing life as a pro golfer with a big family, and why he cut back on his schedule.

- Reflections on his wins in the 2012 U.S. Open and 2018 PLAYERS Championship.

- The advice Webb would give to his 23-year-old self.

Don’t miss Webb’s honest take on the highs and lows of his career, his thoughts on the current PGA Tour, and how he stays motivated for the future while mentoring the next generation of golfers.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

00:25 - How Webb Simpson makes a cup of coffee on the road

05:35 - The Bible Caddy Podcast

08:49 - Adjusting his PGA TOUR schedule

11:44 - Assessing the state of his game

14:25 - Reflecting on team experiences

19:50 - Memorable shanks!

22:38 - Playing against Ian Poulter in the Ryder Cup

27:18 - How data is used for Ryder Cup pairings

32:10 - The belly putter ban and how he reacted

36:20 - Getting out of a slump

40:50 - PLAYERS Championship vs US Open

42:40 - THE PLAYERS: Better in March or May?

45:28 - Webb's best chance to win the Masters

48:30 - What advice he'd give to his younger self

50:53 - Like and Subscribe

LIVE SHOW: Arnold Palmer Invitational Recap + PLAYERS Preview Mar 10, 2025

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Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme live stream the morning after a down-to-the-wire finish at the Arnold Palmer Invitational as the Florida Swing rolls on! Smylie was on the ground for NBC and Golf Channel witnessing some tough course conditions that developed throughout the week at Bay Hill, and provides insight on equipment and ball changes that players made to accommodate for the firm and fast greens. Smylie and Charlie take a brief look at the developing Ryder Cup picture - both the players who seem like locks at this stage, and who could be playing their way into the picture. The show closes with a look ahead to the PLAYERS Championship - what we should expect for course conditions, and which names near the top of the board and a bit further down we think could win at TPC Sawgrass.

Matt Every Interview: Winning At Bay Hill Twice & His Transition to Golf Media Mar 05, 2025

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Two-time PGA Tour champion Matt Every joins Smylie Kaufman on The Smylie Show to chronicle his journey in golf, including his back-to-back wins at the Arnold Palmer Invitational. They dive into Matt's amateur days, his transition to professional golf (and golf media), and what it was like to compete at Bay Hill under the watchful eye of Arnold Palmer. Matt shares candid stories about his playing career, the highs and lows, and the unforgettable moments of shaking Arnold's hand on the 18th green.

The conversation also shifts to Matt's current role in the media, and how his on-course experiences shape his perspective. From hilarious stories of club tosses to reflections on his time at the University of Florida, this episode is nothing if not a great hang with Matt and Smylie.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

00:40 - College Golf

07:05 - PGA TOUR U

10:06 - Walker Cup

13:47 - Coach Buddy Alexander's Influence

16:04 - Professional Golf Journey

20:45 - Winning the Arnold Palmer Invitational

27:35 - Defending at Bay Hill

32:40 - Transitioning to Media

35:35 - Advice for Young Golfers

38:30 - Thoughts on Aimpoint