Tales From The Tips: A Caddy Perspective

In this episode of 'Tales From The Tips', hosts D.A. and Mick Middlemo dive into the excitement of Masters Week, discussing personal updates, the buzz surrounding Augusta, and the impressive performances from the Augusta National Women's Amateur. They explore the unique challenges of preparing for major tournaments, including the heightened pressure and logistics involved. The conversation shifts...

Season 1 - The Back Nine Concludes. In this episode of Tales From The Tips, D.A. and Mick discuss a variety of topics ranging from personal updates and health journeys to the latest rumors in the golf world, including Bryson DeChambeau's potential return to the PGA Tour. They reflect on the importance of emerging golf tours and players, share personal milestones, and look forward to upcoming tourn...

In this episode of Tales From The Tips, D.A. and Mick discuss various topics ranging from personal updates to recent golf tournament highlights. They share insights on the lives of caddies, the impact of personal circumstances on their work, and the excitement surrounding upcoming golf events. The conversation flows naturally from light-hearted banter to serious discussions about the sport, making...

In this episode of Tales from the Tips, the guys cover everything from the Podcast team changes and golf insights to Super Bowl reflections and the growing sports scene in Australia. Mick shares how family commitments have extended his stay Down Under, while he and D.A. break down recent PGA Tour action, including the American Express, Farmers Insurance, AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, and the alway...

In this episode of Tales From The Tips, D.A. and Mick Middlemo dive into Mick’s return home after six and a half years, sharing updates on the podcast and reflecting on their time in the game. They break down recent tournaments, including standout performances at the Sentry and Sony events, and give their takes on the new TGL format. Beyond the leaderboard, they explore the culture around golf tou...

In this episode of Tales From The Tips, D.A. and Mick tee it up with a mix of golf talk, and update on their NFL predictions, and some classic clubhouse banter. We swap stories from the fairways, break down the latest tournament formats, and dive into the drama surrounding LIV Golf. Plus, we take a few bold swings with our major championship predictions and highlight players to keep an eye on this...

In this episode of Tales From The Tips, D.A. and Mick discuss various topics related to golf, including Mick's personal milestone of turning the big 60, charity outings, course reviews, and the offseason preparations for caddies. They share humorous anecdotes from a recent birthday celebration and reflect on their experiences at a charity golf outing. The conversation also touches on the importanc...

In this episode of Tales From the Tips, we break down our latest golf outing, The Passion Foundation — celebrating the highs, laughing at the lows, and sharing key takeaways from the course. We’ll dive into the reality of driving distances, unique shot techniques, and the wild world of golf hecklers. Plus, we’ll discuss the success of The Passion Foundation fundraiser and the importance of communi...

In this episode of Tales From the Tips, we break down our latest golf outing, The Passion Foundation — celebrating the highs, laughing at the lows, and sharing key takeaways from the course. We’ll dive into the reality of driving distances, unique shot techniques, and the wild world of golf hecklers. Plus, we’ll discuss the success of The Passion Foundation fundraiser and the importance of communi...

In this episode of Tales From The Tips, hosts DA and Mick Middlemo discuss a range of topics including Mick's recent health scare, his friendship with the late golfer Jarrod Lyle, and the legacy of Jarrod's foundation supporting children with cancer. The conversation flows through personal anecdotes, memorable moments on the golf course, and the importance of charity in the golfing community, culm...

In this episode of Tales From The Tips, host DA welcomes Alex Urban, the executive director of the Tour Championship, to discuss various aspects of professional golf. They delve into the start of the PGA Tour season, the Century Tournament of Champions, and predictions for the FedEx Cup. The conversation also explores the innovative TGL format and Urban's journey into golf management, highlighting...

The front nine wraps up with a bang! In this episode of Tales from the Tips , D.A. and Mick Middlemo dive into the surprising—and sometimes hilarious—world of golf tournament cheating, sharing firsthand stories from recent outings. They also discuss their upcoming charity event for the Passion Foundation, dedicated to melanoma awareness, and highlight its importance for golfers spending countless...

It’s time to update the standings, and Mick takes the lead! In this episode of Tales from the Tips , D.A. and Mick Middlemo break down the latest surprises from the NFL season, including Sunday night’s Falcons vs. Chiefs game that left D.A. nearly voiceless. With a playful nod to Taylor Swift’s growing NFL influence, this episode offers plenty of laughs, competitive banter, and insider takes. Join...

Is life on the golf tour as glamorous as it seems? In this episode of Tales from the Tips , D.A. and Mick Middlemo pull back the curtain on the highs and lows of being a professional caddy. Inspired by the Netflix docu-series Full Swing , Mick shares what life is really like—from private jets and luxury accommodations to the grind of long days on the course. They also dive into the financial reali...

Is Mick Middle-mo secretly living the high life? In this episode of Tales from the Tips , DA teases Mick about his “bougie” habits on and off the course. From luxury experiences to surprising stories from his 15+ years as a tour caddy, this episode offers a lighter, fun-filled look at Mick’s personality and adventures. Tune in for plenty of laughs, insights, and a fresh perspective on the game we...

How does a bartender become a tour caddy? In this episode of Tales from the Tips , D.A. and Mick Middlemo share the hilarious and unexpected journey from pouring drinks to walking the fairways with golf's biggest stars. Mick reminisces about his bar crew at Guston’s Grill and unveils plans for the “Mick World Bar Tour,” featuring his favorite watering holes from tour stops around the globe. They a...

In this star-studded episode of Tales from the Tips , D.A. and Mick Middlemo tackle week one of the NFL season with hot takes and reactions to their early predictions. But the real highlight comes when Mick shares an unforgettable story about his unexpected friendship with Justin Timberlake. From President’s Cup chatter to behind-the-scenes tales of life on and off the course, this episode is fill...

What happens when a professional caddy gets fired mid-round? Find out in this dramatic episode of Tales from the Tips . D.A. and Mick Middlemo discuss the pressures of slow play on and off the Tour, with stories featuring the likes of John Daly and Kevin Na. Then, Mick opens up about the July 2015 RBC Canadian Open, where a controversial moment during the first round landed him on the cover of " T...

In this two-part special of Tales from the Tips , D.A. and 15-year tour caddy Mick Middlemo return to share laughs, lessons, and tales from inside the ropes. This episode dives into NFL season predictions, Scottie Scheffler’s Tour Championship win, and the intensity of preparing to face legends like Tiger Woods. Mick also reflects on the unforgettable 2015 Sony Open in Hawaii, where a global spotl...

Welcome to Tales from the Tips , the podcast where we tee it up with humor, heart, and a behind-the-scenes perspective on the game of golf. Join D.A. and 15-year tour caddy Mick Middlemo as they share untold stories from the PGA, LPGA, and DP World Tours. From memorable moments with pros like Robert Allenby and Michelle Wie West to Mick's unique takes on epic plays and collapses, this episode dive...