The Upshot

Episode #3 of the Upshot Interview series is with Paul McBeth, the 16-time major champion that most recently added to his trophy collection with a win at the 2021 USDGC, his third US title. We talk with McBeth about his 2021 season, his thoughts and impact on the growing sponsorship market, his foundation work, the merging of the NT and DGPT, and more.

In a wide-ranging episode, Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield reunite and talk NFL Divisional playoffs, Ultiworld Disc Golf's Player of the Year awards, Catrina Allen's announcement, the Shot of the Year, and the All-Star Weekend format before opening up some mail.

Charlie Eisenhood talks with Disc Golf Pro Tour CEO Jeff Spring about the 2022 season, the Tour Card, FPO registration issues, the All-Star Weekend, what’s coming in 2023, and more.

For the next segment in our interview series, Josh interviews runner-up at the Junior World Championship, Stacie Hass. They talk about Stacie's introduction into the sport, her recent sponsorship with MVP, and her plans for tour moving forward.

Josh Mansfield is joined by guest Andrew Fish to talk about the most recent round of contract announcements, the all star event, and more. Then, they talk about Andrew's story in professional disc golf before discussing his decision to purchase a tour card and the importance of supporting tournament staff.

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss Chris Dickerson's move to Discraft, the big contracts' relative rarity, Prodigy's refocus on Kevin Jones, and more. Then they go Inside The Circle to discuss the World Games, the Paige Pierce documentary, Disc Golf Con's cancellation, and the end of "doubling up" courses at tour stops and Majors in the same season.

Welcome to the first episode of the new Upshot Interview series! No talk, just a once-weekly interview with a player, business person, industry insider, or another interesting person in disc golf. Episode #1 features Dynamic Discs CEO & Founder Jeremy Rusco. He has developed Dynamic Discs into one of the larger disc brands in the sport over the last decade, moving the company into a brand new ware...

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss Hailey King's new contract with Innova before interviewing Thomas Gilbert about his decision to come out publicly as gay. Then the guys discuss inclusion in disc golf, the diversity in political opinion in the sport, and more.

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss Chris Dickerson's departure from Prodigy, the shape of the offseason so far, and which players will do best (and worst) at adjusting to new plastic. Then they go Inside The Circle to talk the DGPT Tour Card, Paul McBeth divesting from Foundation Disc Golf, and more. Plus: the first over/under of 2022.

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss Ricky Wysocki's four year, $4 million contract with Dynamic Discs and talk with Wysocki about the move. They also dive into DD's overhaul this offseason before discussing the 2023 Majors locations, the 2021 PDGA Awards, and more.

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield do the first-ever Upshot emergency podcast to break down the latest disc golf player sponsorship news in a wild offseason. From Kona Panis $500K deal to shocking departures from multiple manufacturers, the guys catch up on a tumultuous three weeks.

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in MVP-sponsored Sarah Hokom, Discraft Team Captain Paul Ulibarri, and USDGC Event Director and former Innova Team Manager Jonathan Poole for a discussion of the evolution of player sponsorships from manufacturers and the future of endorsement deals in the sport.

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in Infinite Discs' Alan Barker, OTB Discs' Aaron Rowley and Danny Corbett, Birdie Disc Golf's Derek Fell, and Skybreed Discs' Justin Taylor for a wide-ranging conversation about the retail side of disc golf, the COVID boom, supply chain challenges, and a whole lot more. It's a fascinating look inside a key part of the disc golf economy.

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Disc Golf Pro Tour's Player of the Year awards and chat about Macie Velediaz's re-signing with Dynamic Discs.

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield reflect on the DGPT selections for the Rookie of the Year and Most Improved players. Then they welcome in DGPT Media Director and DGN producer Mahmoud Bahrani to discuss the evolution of live disc golf broadcasting and what's coming in 2022.

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about the latest sponsorship news, including Matt Bell's move to Thought Space Athletics, before talking through some listener predictions and feedback.

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield run down the new PDGA rules going into effect in 2022 before welcoming in Matt Orum for an interview about his new contract, his ambitious plans for next season, his history in disc golf, and more. Plus: Inside The Circle!

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take on a listener segment idea in which they predict future announcements in disc golf and when they'll happen. There are some very spicy takes! Plus: the guys go Inside The Circle and lay down an over/under pick.

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield focus on catching up on the latest player sponsorship moves, including Matt Orum to Westside (and what that implies), Gregg Barsby back to Innova, and Matt Bell out at DGA. Plus: a weak Black Friday? And who would you want to see in a disc golf #TheMatch?

Charlie and some listeners and Ultiworld Disc Golf contributors share some things they are thankful for this year.

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take a look at various pairs of players and debate who will come out on top in 2022 in a variety of categories. Please note that this episode was recorded prior to the news that Matt Orum had signed with Westside Discs. We will discuss it next week!

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the latest hot stove developments, including some strong signals that Eric Oakley is headed to Infinite Discs, Niklas Anttila signing an extension with Discmania, and buzz that Matt Orum has a deal done...but with whom? Then the guys dive into a look at the robust European schedule and what players from the other side of the Atlantic might do in 2022.

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in PDGA Board Prez Nate Heinold to talk about the change to the format of the Champions Cup, the new fourth major coming next year. Then they discuss Gavin Rathbun's one-year deal with Dynamic Discs and the DGPT Championship on ESPN2.

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in Brian Earhart to talk about his 2021 season, his commentating & coaching, what's in his future, and more. They also go Inside the Circle to talk about Eric Oakley & Dynamic Discs, the Myrtle Beach Open, and Disc Golf Con.

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the sense that perhaps we've seen the peak of the current disc golf boom and things are beginning to cool off: discs are back in stock, people are finding other post-pandemic activities, and the sport is a bit quieter. Is price inflation playing a role? The macroeconomic conditions might be affecting disc golf. Plus: added cash at tournaments set record...