Golf Digest

50 Things That Changed Golf

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The 50 Things That Changed Golf podcast is hosted by Shane Ryan and Jamie Kennedy. Each episode dives deep into moments and events in golf history that have shaped the sport we all love. Every two weeks, join for a walk back in time, with some humour and made-up awards mixed throughout.

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Golf Digest

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Latest episode

Jun 16, 2026

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Episodes

GD Stories: The Grit Factor — What It Takes To Succeed & Improve In Golf 05.12.2018

The second in a series bringing classic stories from the Golf Digest archive to life is an audio version of "The Grit Factor: What It Takes To Succeed & Improve In Golf," an eye-opening look at how popular concepts in education about persistence and embracing challenge transfer to golf. Read by Steven Kearney. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informat...

Tiger vs. Phil reaction, and what's next for "The Match"? 27.11.2018

Golf Digest's Dave Shedloski discusses what it was like being in Las Vegas for Tiger vs. Phil, and the future of "The Match." Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Keely Levins talk about the best and worst parts of the broadcast, a couple of big golf weddings, and a popular win by Ho-sung Choi. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti...

Golf's crazy fall & our favorite prop bets for "The Match" 20.11.2018

Alex Myers, Sam Weinman and Hally Leadbetter discuss emotional wins for Charles Howell III, Danny Willett, and Lexi Thompson, and make their predictions for "The Match" between Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

GD Stories: My Last Round 14.11.2018

The first in a series bringing classic stories from the Golf Digest archive to life is an audio version of "My Last Round," a first-person account from longtime editor John Barton about his complicated relationship with golf, and the reasons he made the painful decision to stop playing. Read by Steven Kearney. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information...

Cameron Champ on cracking drivers and managing expectations 06.11.2018

Cameron Champ discusses his breakthrough PGA Tour win, breaking drivers with his off-the-charts swing speed, and managing expectations as one of the game's rising star. Plus, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman and Hally Leadbetter talk about Bryson DeChambeau's latest victory, a bizarre cheating scandal and golf's best Halloween costumes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for info...

Prodigies real and imagined: John Feinstein on his latest golf novel; the rise of Cam Champ 31.10.2018

John Feinstein talks to Sam Weinman about his golf novel, The Prodigy, and how much of it is rooted in truth. Plus, Alex Myers, Christopher Powers, and Weinman talk about Cam Champ's impressive win in Mississippi, and debate when to bump it from off the green and when to flop it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal...

Jimmie James on playing all 100 Greatest courses, new world No. 1 Koepka; Azinger replaces Miller 23.10.2018

Jimmie James, a retired oil executive, joins Alex Myers to talk about his remarkable feat playing all of Golf Digest's 100 Greatest courses in one year. Also, Myers, Sam Weinman, and Steve Hennessey discuss new world No. 1 Brooks Koepka, and what to expect from Paul Azinger as he takes over for Johnny Miller as NBC's lead golf analyst. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com...

Gary Player on fitness misconceptions, Tiger Woods' comeback, and his secret sweet tooth fix 16.10.2018

Nine-time major champ Gary Player reacts to some of the "nonsense" he hears regarding golfers in the gym, talks Tiger Woods' return to the winner's circle, and admits to having a weak spot for a certain candy. Plus, Alex Myers, Keely Levins, and Sam Weinman discuss the newest World Golf Hall of Fame class and a sneaky all-time great golf year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. Se...

Jeremy Roenick on the best celebrity golfers, the new NHL season, and his Golf Channel 09.10.2018

NHL legend Jeremy Roenick discusses his golf obsession and his new gig as a judge on the Golf Channel show "Driver vs. Driver." Also the gang breaks down the PGA Tour season opener won by Kevin Tway. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryder Cup recap with Tom Watson 02.10.2018

Eight-time major champion Tom Watson joins the Golf Digest Podcast to discuss the 2018 Ryder Cup, why he originally paired Patrick Reed and Jordan Spieth, and relive his magical run at the 2009 Open Championship. Also, Alex Myers, Ryan Herrington, Keely Levins, and Joel Beall breakdown what went wrong for the Americans in France and all the ensuing team drama. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz comp...

Stewart Cink on Ryder Cup nerves, having Anthony Kim as a teammate, and his U.S. ping-pong ranking 26.09.2018

Five-time Ryder Cupper and 2009 British Open champ Stewart Cink joins us to discuss what it's like to play in the biennial event, be teammates with Tiger Woods and Anthony Kim, and give his Team USA ping-pong rankings. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, Joel Beall, and Steve Hennessey preview this year's clash between America and Europe in France. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adsw...

Tiger Woods wins again (and we're not sure we can handle it) 24.09.2018

Tiger Woods added the most compelling chapter to his storybook return by winning the Tour Championship on Sunday, and Joel Beall, Alex Myers and Sam Weinman break it all down. The gang discusses where it ranks among Woods' all-time biggest wins, how it compares to some of sports' all-time biggest comebacks, and how many episodes a Tiger Woods "30 For 30" might actually require. Hosted by...

How Golf Digest helped an inmate win his freedom after 27 years 21.09.2018

No story in the history of Golf Digest has been anything like the one of Valentino Dixon, an inmate for 27 years in an upstate New York prison who helped bide his time by drawing golf courses. Dixon's initial connection to editorial director Max Adler led to Adler examining the questionable details of his murder case, and raised enough questions to eventually lead to Dixon's release from prison th...

Can meditation help your golf game? 18.09.2018

Meditation teacher and 1 Giant Mind founder Jonni Pollard discusses how meditation can help your golf game. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Keely Levins talk about about an unusual major championship record and preview the Tour Championship. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris Riley on playing the Ryder Cup with Tiger, why he sat out, and his new coaching gig 11.09.2018

Former PGA Tour player Chris Riley joins the podcast to discuss his experience in the 2004 Ryder Cup when he paired successfully with Tiger Woods, only to mysteriously sit out the afternoon, and his new position as head coach at the University of San Diego. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Keely Levins discuss Keegan Bradley's comeback win, Justin Rose's ascendance to No. 1, and Tiger's latest n...

Ryder Cup captain's picks, and Tyrrell Hatton on harnessing his emotions and "defying gravity" 05.09.2018

Alex Myers and Keely Levins talk with the entertaining — and emotional — Tyrrell Hatton ahead of his first Ryder Cup appearance. They also discuss Bryson DeChambeau's dominant postseason, a hole-in-one business idea, and a co-worker's costly bet involving Jim Furyk's captain's picks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of perso...

Creative FedEx Cup changes, Bryson DeChambeau's Ryder Cup case, and Tyrrell Hatton's timely purchase 29.08.2018

Alex Myers, Joel Beall, and Keely Levins discuss Bryson DeChambeau's big win, an unusual — but smart — purchase by Tyrrell Hatton, and bathroom breaks on the course. Plus, Brian Wacker calls in from this week's PGA Tour stop to discuss the expected major changes to the FedEx Cup Playoffs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of...

FedEx Cup/Northern Trust preview and James Hahn on tour life and his Craigslist obsession 22.08.2018

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall come to you "live" from Ridgewood Country Club, site of the Northern Trust, to discuss the start of the 2018 FedEx Cup playoffs. Also joining the podcast is James Hahn, who discusses his storybook career from shoe salesman to PGA Tour winner, his obsession with Craigslist and his other thrifty habits. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See p...

PGA review: Koepka's resounding statement & Tiger's incredible run 13.08.2018

Alex Myers and Joel Beall wrap up a wild Sunday in the season's final major, with Brooks Koepka capturing his second major of the season, and Tiger Woods at least giving him a scare. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brandel Chamblee on the PGA, Tiger's biggest missteps & facing his critics 08.08.2018

Golf Channel analyst Brandel Chamblee joins Alex Myers and Sam Weinman to discuss who he likes in the PGA, how Tiger Woods wasted valuable years in his prime, and his own return to competition. Also, Joel Beall checks in from Bellerive to give his take on the dicey conditions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal dat...

DeChambeau's handshake etiquette, Scotland golf, shanks nightmares 01.08.2018

Alex Myers, Sam Weinman and Keely Levins discuss Bryson DeChambeau's controversial handshake, a dream golf trip to Scotland, and one editor's case of the shanks. Also, the gang discusses Tiger Woods' upcoming swan song at Firestone. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Open Championship review: Francesco Molinari's win, Tiger's impressive run, Jordan Spieth's collapse 23.07.2018

Alex Myers, Hally Leadbetter and Ryan Herrington wrap up a frenetic Sunday from Carnoustie, where Francesco Molinari claimed his first major title in impressive fashion, holding off Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy and others. They also talk Jordan Spieth's collapse and look ahead to the PGA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of per...

Open Championship Preview: Tiger, Spieth & Rory's chances on baked-and-brown Carnoustie 17.07.2018

Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington checks in from Carnoustie to fill in Alex Myers and Sam Weinman on the the baked-out conditions, assess Tiger Woods' chances, and identify a couple of sleepers to pick in the season's third major. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kevin Na on his "unusual ratio," his slow-play rep, and overcoming actual golf nightmares 13.07.2018

Two-time PGA Tour winner Kevin Na talks to Alex Myers about his emotional win at the Greenbrier, his unusual career path, and trying to make a first Ryder Cup team. Also, Sam Weinman and Keely Levins join Alex to discuss the PGA Tour's revamped schedule, a tour pro finding a caddie on Twitter, and Tony Romo's big golf win. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informati...

David Toms on his Senior Open win, Tiger Woods' new putter, and the latest cheating scandal 03.07.2018

U.S. Senior Open champ David Toms talks to Sam Weinman about his first win on the 50-and-over circuit, and its eery similarities to his landmark win in the 2001 PGA. Also, Alex Myers checks in with Sam and Keely Levins from his big golf trip to talk about his driver yips, Tiger Woods' latest strong showing, and another cheating controversy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz...

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