The Uncomfortable Chat

CADDY EPISODE!  Longtime bagman Paul Tesori stops by the pod to talk about looping for Vijay and Webb Simpson, how Tiger has been holding a grudge against him, and why a palm tree at Augusta almost cost him a fortune.  Great episode with one of the best to ever do it!

We sit down with PGA Tour champion and mental health advocate Charlie Beljan to talk mini tour days, his newfound sobriety, and winning his first Tour event while experiencing his first panic attacks and having an ambulance follow him for 54 holes.  Awesome chat with a great human.  Enjoy!

A raw and inspiring conversation with Morgan Hoffmann on redefining performance through resilience, health, and perspective. From the PGA Tour to a complete reset, his journey challenges everything we think we know about success.

Co-host of Subpar and Gravy and the Sleeze, Drew Stoltz stops by the pod to talk Mini-tour life, selling out for $5K in his first ever PGA event, and the wild membership at Whisper Rock.  The sleezy man holds court telling stories like only he can!  Enjoy.

One of the biggest names in golf, Seth Waugh, stops by the pod to talk the Seminole Pro-Member, the new look of the PGA Tour, caddying for his son Clancy, and his 5 favorite courses in New York.  The former CEO of the PGA of America is one of the most genuine people in the game, and I was delighted to spend some time with him.  Enjoy!

LSU Alum, NCAA Individual champion, and pga tour stud John Peterson joins to the pod to give his opinions on pros turning ams, what he would tell college kids coming out today, and what he would've done different in his own career.  Always entertaining, John brings it again!

PGA Tour champion and fighting Illini legend Nick Hardy joins the pod to talk REAL LIFE on the PGA and Korn Ferry tours.  It's a great conversation on how expectations and and your golf life evolves as you get older and wiser.  Great conversation for sure!

Samantha Card drops by the pod!  Sam is a former Division I athlete and the founder of Success Beyond Gameday, where she works with elite athletes to build identity, resilience, and clarity beyond performance. Her work focuses on helping athletes thrive through pressure, transition, and life after sport.  Give it a listen!  

How do you survive a fighter jet ejection going 695mph just feet from the Atlantic ocean?  Listen to the pod and find out.  What an amazing story from Kegan Gill who explains that day and the aftermath that came from it, and how he has had to work to find the peace and contentment with himself that escaped him for so long.  

Marine Corps Captain, Team USA Bobsled member, professional speaker, author, Ms. Military 2024, Riley Tejcek stops by the pod to talk about her insane resume, what's got her to this point, and what's up next for her.  An incredible woman who bleeds purpose and deeper meaning, you are certain to enjoy this chat!

Conrad Ray stops by the podcast to talk about what he looks for in junior golfers, what pitfalls are waiting for high schoolers, Tiger as a teammate, and his own playing career.  

Sage Steele stops by the pod to talk parenting, the state of youth sports, her time at ESPN, her favorite stops at Indiana University, and much more.  Had a wonderful chat with this always smiling, larger than life personality!  Enjoy

The voice of the #1 golf podcast in the country, Chris "Soly" Soloman stops by the pod to talk the growth of the pod, the PGA tour, ryder cup scenarios, and also we recap my horrendous track record playing wolf hammer with the boys. 

4-time US Mid-Amateur Champion and Walker Cup Captain Nathan Smith joins the pod to talk about playing with Arnie at Augusta, being Phil Mickelson's good luck charm, and getting ready to lead Team USA into Cypress Point!

Gary Christian stops by the pod to discuss his new book, the lessons kids need to learn to succeed at golf, playing the playoffs with Tiger, and being one of the oldest rookies ever on the PGA Tour.  

A double up NCAA episode!  National champion coach of the Auburn Tigers golf team joins the pod along with Doron Willis, the Associate Director of Student Athlete Wellness at Michigan State University.  Fun pod exploring the world of college athletics, how NIL has impacted all aspects, and more.  Two great dudes.  Give it a listen!

Two-time PGA tour champion Peter Malnati drops by the pod to talk about his journey to the tour, his role on the policy board, mental health on tour, and the importance of family.  

Former Heisman finalist and NFL QB stops by the pod to discuss his tumultuous NFL career, his fiery relationship with the media, his stint in prison, and his full-circle recovery in finding his happiness and purpose in life. An awesome conversation with tons of great life advice for our listeners. Enjoy, this one's a beauty.

Former Tour player and CBS Announcer Frank Nobilo joins the pod to talk on his playing career, how it was to walk away, and becoming a part of the best broadcast team in golf. It's a good one, so enjoy!

24-year Navy seal and American badass Darren "McB" McBurnett joins the pod.  He talks about the infamous Navy Seal BUDS training and hell week, how to lead men in the face of danger, and his identity as a Seal.  Awesome interview with a true patriot.  

How's your relationship with alcohol?  Is it time to take that look in the mirror?  Viki Vallance-Clark joins the pod to discuss her Over the Influence system to help you control this addictive poison.   "It's not about willpower.  It's about rewiring your brain and making alcohol irrelevant."

2005 Players Champion and Ryder Cupper Fred Funk stops by the pod to talk University of Maryland, Tiger and Phil, and much more.  Always a great story teller, Freddie doesn't disappoint.  Enjoy the listen and please tell a friend!   

Professional bag man Kip Henley stops by the pod to talk not only caddy stories, but also life during his playing days.  He's one of a kind, and you're gonna love this one! 

USA Today best-selling author and renowned performance coach Jordan Montgomery stops by the pod to drop some positivity and "life nuggets" on our listeners.  Always inspiring and full of energy, he loves pouring into others.  Enjoy!

The Short Game Chef, Parker McLachlin stops by the pod to help fix your chipping, let us know who he thinks has the best short game on tour, gambling with Michelle Wie in Hawaii, etc.  Enjoy the listen!