Living It Up

In this episode we talk about Brian Campbell's win in Mexico, though spend more time unpacking the likely outcomes of the reunification of men's pro golf. We also wonder how successful TGL has been, and how it could improve.

In this episode we chat about who's career prospects you'd bet on over the next 7 years, Ludvig or Scottie? We also talk about LIV's party down under in Adelaide, and where it's likely fit into the picture of a reunified golf ecosystem. We also look ahead to TGL's triple-header.

In this episode we talk Thomas Detry running away with the win at the WMPO, and we wonder whether Jordan and Daniel Berger and JT are back? We also talk about the LIV Golf season opener in KSA, and discuss the USGA and R&A exemptions for LIV and whether they are token or just right.

In this episode we chat about Rory's dream start to his PGA Tour season, with a win at Pebble Beach. We also discuss Charley Hoffman's letter to the players, and look ahead to the LIV Golf season opener in Riyadh.

In this episode we dive into Tiger vs Rory at TGL, and what we takeaway from the first 4 weeks. We also discuss Harris English besting the field, the elements, and the flu-like symptoms running rampant through Torrey Pines. And outside the ropes we discuss Seth Waugh and Justin Thomas' comments, and the LIV-Rick Shiels tie up.

In this episode, George and Billy dive into the AMEX where Sepp Straka wins for the 3rd time on the PGA Tour, potentially cementing his status on the Ryder Cup? We also talk other winners and losers from AMEX, and discuss LIV Golf's new TV deal with FOX and new CEO.

In this episode we unpack the first 2 weeks of TGL - highlighting the good, bad, and ugly (mostly Kevin Kisner's ugly play). We discuss Billy's experience having been a "beta tester" for TGL, and changes we'd like to see. Also, Nick Taylor won the Sony Open in a playoff, as he seems to have a flair for the dramatic and for winning playoffs.

In this episode we talk about Hideki's record setting win at the Sentry, and whether to infer too much or too little from the results at Kapalua. We also wonder whether the low scores here indicate that 18 under par is actually achievable. And we look ahead to TGL, where George might be getting more intrigued than convinced it'll flop.

In this episode we look back on the year that was in golf, and look ahead to 2025 - from buying, selling, or holding across a number of dimensions, to debating whether Rory in fact ever gets off the Major championship schnide, and much more.

In this episode we chat with winner of this fall's Black Desert Championship, Matt McCarty. We talk about Matt's steady ascension through the professional ranks, the nerves (or surprising lack there of) of winning is just second start as a PGA Tour member, and much more. This is episode if brought to you by B Draddy, the leader in performance golf apparel. Head to bdraddy.com and use code livingit...

In this episode we wrap up the FedEx Fall that concluded with Mav McNealy winning the RSP. We also unpack whether Luke Clanton is a top-10 player in the world right now (the stats suggest he's close), and discuss whether LIV & DPWT are the ones that should/might merge.

In this episode we chat with 3-time PGA Tour winner Boo Weekley. We talk about his rise to the PGA Tour, his favorite Tour fishing spots, and life on the Champions Tour.

In this episode we unpack the to-be-ratified changes coming to the PGA Tour, from a reduction to 100 fully exempt members, to the changes to Korn Ferry Tour qualifying numbers, to changes to pace of play policy to make play...slower.

In this episode we talk about JT Poston winning the Shiners, and wonder what the Fall schedule will look like in 2025 and beyond. We touch on other golf played across the world this week and last, and also dig into the exorbitant ticket prices for sale at the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage in NY.

In this episode we recap a Dunhill with early week headlines focused on the Amateurs teeing it up, namely Jay Monahan and Yasir Al Rumayan, alongside a bevy of LIV stars. And it was Tyrell Hatton securing his 3rd Dunhill title in the end. We also discuss the KFT Championship, and the Sanderson Farms Championship.

In this episode we recap an eventful President's Cup - from the 5-0 to 0-5 start, to the ball-striking prowess of the US team to run away with it. We talk about who shined and who faded in the bright lights.

In this episode we talk about Rory finishing runner-up again at Wentworth, while Cam Smith and Ripper GC win the LIV Team Championship. We also break down the recent speculation of player fines for LIV players coming back to the good graces of the PGA Tour, and much more.

In this episode we recap what was a whirlwind weekend of golf around the globe - from the US winning the Solheim Cup in Virginia, to the Irish Open at Royal County Down, to the Procore Championship in Napa on the PGA Tour, to LIV Chicago where Jon Rahm captured the season's individual championship.

In this episode we talk about Scottie’s historic season capped off with a convincing win at the Tour Championship. We discuss who else won and lost throughout the FedEx Cup playoffs and who ought to get a captain’s pick for the President’s Cup. And finally we debate comments about the pace and progress between the PIF and PGA Tour - and what it all means.

In this episode, we recap Lydia Ko's win at the Women's Open Championship and Keegan Bradley's win at the BMW Championship. We discuss Lydia Ko's steady performance and her potential "mic drop" retirement after winning the gold medal and the Open Championship. We also analyze Nelly Korda's performance and her occasional struggles under pressure. We praise the challenging conditions at the Women's...

In this episode, we recap the US Amateur finish coinciding with the FedEx St. Jude Championship and LIV Greenbrier. We discuss the excitement and drama of the US Amateur, and suggest giving it its own time window to really shine. We also discuss the FedEx St. Jude Championship and debate the structure of the playoffs and the significance of the events leading up to the Tour Championship. We also t...

In this episode, we discuss the Matt Kuchar Monday finish at the Wyndham Championship and the implications it had on the players involved. We also analyze the turnover rate in the top 50 for the Signature Events (hat tip @robopz on X) and highlight the performances of amateur golfer Luke Clanton and the changing makeup of the PGA Tour. We also discuss Brian's personal golfing experience in unf...

In this episode we talk about Scottie winning the Gold medal in Paris with a blistering back 9 that coincided with a forgettable back 9 by Jon Rahm. We discuss the Olympics relative place amongst golf's Majors, and what tweaks they might make to qualifying and competition in the future. We also look ahead to the Women's competition, and hope they'll cut the rough.

In this episode we talk about Jhonattan Vegas winning at 3M, and Jon Rahm finally winning an individual event at LIV UK. We preview Olympic golf, and wonder whether Billy is sandbagging at a +4.5 while winning Net competitions.

In this episode we talk about Xander winning his second major of the year at the Open Championship. We cover winners and losers, surprising missed cuts, whether Scottie's putting is a concern, and whether this is the best we can expect from Tiger.