At The Turn - Golf Podcast: Recent Episodes
Joe Simons & Nick Heidelberger
Looking for a hardcore PGA Tour breakdown, or ways to improve your swing, well friend, then you’re in the wrong place. This is a conversation podcast about bogey golfers by bogey golfers. Broadcaster Joe Simons and GolfLink Editor Nick Heidelberger cover everything outside the ropes. Welcome to Patrick Reed’s least favorite golf podcast: At The Turn.
Golf course etiquette is under the microscope after a viral social media debate: when is it actually okay to urinate on the golf course? The fellas dive into one of golf's most unexpected hot topics. Before that, they break down a hilarious moment on the PGA Tour as a pro golfer has a wild reaction after a disagreement with a rules official. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
We're back with a packed show! The fellas dive into the British Open's biggest talking points, breaking down the Bryson and Scottie rules controversies and the fallout from both. Before that, they relive Ryan Fox's incredible finish to secure the win, then check in on the latest handicap report—which has officially reached crisis levels for Joe and Nick verging on Code Red. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
The toughest test in golf is here. The fellas break down everything you need to know about the U.S. Open — from course previews to bold winner picks. Plus, we debate the age-old question: do you want to see the world's best golfers suffer, or do you want fireworks on the leaderboard? And before we get there, we review Gamble Sands, the crown jewel of Central Washington golf. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Two years in the making — the wait is finally over! At The Turn is headed to Gamble Sands, and we're bringing you along for every moment of it. Before the bags are packed, Nick and Joe sit down to break it all down: What are the expectations? What makes this resort so special? And, is it even possible to have a bad time at a place like this? Buckle up — this one's been a long time coming. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
We've all fallen for the slick ads — this driver, these irons are all that stand between you and greatness. This week, the fellas break down the booming world of direct-to-consumer clubs, separating the hidden gems from the internet scams. Before that, Nick and Joe settle the ultimate golf trip debate — the ideal roommate. And stick around for a Mad Golfer of the Week whose speaker went missing on the course under very suspicious circumstances. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
After months of crunching every last number, the moment of truth is here! Nick’s ready to roll out his top golf ball picks for 2026—covering the best budget finds, mid-handicap sweet spots, and the all-around standouts you’ll want in your bag. But first, the crew tees off with a spirited chat about Jim Furyk being named 2027 U.S. Ryder Cup Captain—what it really means (if anything) and why Team USA fans might want to pump the brakes on expectations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
The BIG golf trip is officially locked in—and now the pressure’s on to bring your A-game. So how do you time it perfectly and show up playing your absolute best when it matters most? The fellas dive into the art of peaking at just the right moment for the biggest weekend of the year. But first, is there ever a legit reason to storm off the course mid-round? Joe came dangerously close—and he’s got the story of what pushed him to the brink of packing it in. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
The Masters Tournament is back, and we’ve got friend of the show Dane Delgado joining us to break down the first men’s major of the year. The boys get into everything they love—and a few things they’d happily change—about golf’s most iconic event. Before we head to Augusta, Dane shares the story behind a fundraising push for Roosevelt High School’s golf team in North Portland and how you can help keep the program thriving. Plus, a poetic Mad Golfer of the Week and the essential rules to know if you’re lucky enough to be a patron at Augusta National Golf Club. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Mud ball, Stevie! The 2026 golf season is underway and the fellas are here to give you some perspective on spring golf. Before that, Nick's home course still shows no signs of opening any time soon. Also, a brief plea to those around Tiger. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
You're either a tee time captain, or you rely on one for your weekly game. Friend of the show, Jeremiah Coughlan stops by to discuss the pros and cons of being in charge. Before that a review of Rory's Menu and the all important question: which former Masters champion would make the ideal dinner companion. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
You're looking for your Titleist among the fallen tree branches and thick rough. All of sudden you stumble upon a dirty Kirkland Signature and pocket the fallen solider. The fellas discuss protocol for picking up random balls. Before that, a robust update on Gamble Sands' dining options. And what pro golfer you'd want to take on after ingesting your debauched poison of choice. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Tiger Woods is on the clock. He allegedly has until The Masters to decide if he wants to be the U.S. Ryder Cup Captain in 2027. The fellas prognosticate the chances he says yes, and whether or not Eldrick is the best move for America to avoid yet another embarrassment. Trackman technology is popping up at driving ranges all over America, but that also means higher prices. Is knowing ball speed and launch angle worth an extra two bucks a bucket? Finally, should courses charge golfers for tee times they don't fulfill? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
With golf season on the horizon, it's the perfect opportunity to refresh equipment. The fellas welcome in Andy Bare from Golf Pride who shares his advice on finding the best grips for your game. Before that, a conversation about the impending trip to Gamble Sands, Nick progress testing golf balls and a Mad Golfer of the Week that is nearly impossible to believe! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Nick just got back from Orlando where he saw the latest and (in some cases) the greatest in golf equipment. Joe got back from his first golf lesson in 25 years. The fellas swap stories. They also discuss whether practice swings should be allowed in bunkers, if it's profitable to bet Scottie to be in the top-10 every week and an epic Mad Golfer of the Week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
2026 is the year we improve our golf game! It's all well and good to book a lesson from a PGA Pro, but we're trying to get the most out of the expertise we possibly. The fellas discuss the best approach to getting professional instruction. Before that, Brooks is back on the PGA and Anthony Kim is back on LIV. AND, How Tiger made sure Phil is never coming back to the Big Boy Circuit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
It's the last episode of 2025 and the fellas are going out by checking receipts. Anyone can set goals, but At The Turn is the ONLY golf podcast brave enough to review the fairways missed and putts that lipped out. Before that: is it rude to give golf lessons as a gift? And, Joe takes on the simulator. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
The boys are back! The final handicap report of 2025 kicks things off before a review of this year's One Club Tournament. Nick is deep into the weeds with offseason planning while Joe is taking a more casual approach to staying sharp this winter. Stick around for the Mad Golfer of the Week. A tool for the ages. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Believe it or not, there are a contingent of golfers (according to Reddit) that think people need to slow and quit trying to play so fast. The fellas discuss and try to see the situation from all sides. Before that, Rosey (kind of) withdraws his name from Ryder Cup captaincy consideration and LIV is going to play four rounds of golf in 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
A buffet of topics on this week's show! The best golf reality show ever created is coming back and the fellas are pumped. Is it better to play steady or have highs and lows during your round? Finally, it might be time to consider grabbing a bottle of vino for the crew to share on the back nine. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Sure the foliage is beautiful and you can finally bust out that new sweater, but golf in Autumn REALLY the best time to play? The boys break it all in the triumphant return of underrated, overrated and properly rated. Before that, a sad Tiger update and an extended Handicap Report as 2025 golf season winds down. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Last time Comedian Jeremiah Coughlin was on the show he had only three months of golf experience under his belt. Since then he's played over 100 rounds, lowered his handicap, hit the links in three different countries and started working at his local course. We cover a LOT in a short period of time. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Europe holds onto its enormous lead to squeak out the first road Ryder Cup win since 2012. The fellas break down Europe's dominance the first two days and USA's huge comeback to make it close. Then, an appraisal of captains Luke Donald and Keegan Bradley, followed by a seriously depressing look at the potential choices for the U.S. captain in 2027. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
After two years of speculation, debate and strategy the 2025 Ryder Cup is finally here! America is the favorite on home soil, led by Scottie Scheffler but Europe has the more experienced team and a much better recent record. Will we get a Sunday worthy of the build up, or is another lopsided event in store? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
We're getting meta on this episode: exploring the best way to spend your time At The Turn. How much time should it take? What should you do? Have you ever discussed your plan with your playing partners? Before that the boys touch on the finalized European Ryder Cup Team and Joe shares details about his new love affair with his mini driver. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
They're all the rage! Or are they? Despite all the hype around Mini Drivers, they're kind of tough to find. The fellas explore the pros and cons of golf's latest fad. Before that, they dive into Captain Keegan's Ryder Cup picks. Perhaps most importantly: what is the minimum amount of money you would need to turn yourself into a competent Senior Tour golfer? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
There are still MANY weeks left in the golf season and the fellas set some end of season goals. Before that, they break down the top and bottom of the final (individual) standings on LIV golf and look at how the Ryder Cup Teams are shaping up. Spoiler: Team USA might be in trouble. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
It's the sequel no one asked for: Happy Gilmore 2. Netflix's follow-up to the 1996 classic, is not ALL bad. Genuine laughs were had and some of the cameos actually landed. Before that, Nick recounts his attempt to break in 80 in July. Lessons were learned. Handicaps went down. But did he do it? Tune in to find out. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
WARNING: This episode is not meant for children's ears. The fellas welcome in Bill Myers to appreciate Scottie Too Hottie and other stellar play from the 2025 Open Championship. Immediately afterwards it's time hate! Detailing which pro golfers are the easiest to dislike. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Men's Major Season is coming to a conclusion this week and the boys are here to break it all down. Before they pick winners of The 2025 Open Championship, they debate the best and worst major championship to win. Finally, a Mad Golfer of the Week who's very particular about their beer and a Nick Rules that reminds us all to count our clubs before the first tee. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Wanna get that new golf club feeling without buying new clubs? Well friend, you should regrip your clubs! Nothing spruces up a golf bag like a fresh set of grips. Joe tells his tale of switching from standard to mid-size. Then, the fellas discuss the DIY era of golf equipment before a very rational Mad Golfer of the Week and an extremely useful Nick Rules. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
You stripe a tee shot down Broadway only to find that your ball has come to rest in a divot. Should you get free relief or suck it up and hit the damn ball? The fellas discuss a hot weekend warrior topic. Then, they make a few goals to get them through 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Jokes were told, drinks were spilled and even the occasional birdie was made, but now what do we do after the long anticipated golf trip has concluded? The fellas discuss how to snap out of a post tournament funk. Before that, they recount (yet another) triumph at their beloved Corner Club Open. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Two of the most important tournaments in golf are happening THIS weekend. The U.S. Open & The Corner Club Open. Nick and Joe are joined by friend of the program - Bryan Romey. The fellas discuss the merits of the USGA's Exceptional Score Reduction before chatting about the CC Open. Then, which course most exemplifies the U.S. Open? Finally, the guys picks some guys to look at this week at Oakmont, besides Scottie Too Hottie. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Mini drivers, zero torque putters, and 9-woods. Are these going to be part of the game for years to come, or a distant memory in ten years time? That's what the boys debate in this week's episode, but there's so much more! An extended handicap report features Joe's impulsive decision to purchase a new putter. Reebok stars past and present collide: would you rather have the career of Allen Iverson or Bryson DeChambeau? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
A seemingly simple topic, with complex results. The fellas stop at the halfway house and choose their favorite foods to buy at the golf course. Is it too early for a mid-season slump? Not according to the fellas. Both find themselves in a rut, and search for answers to get out of it. Joe is taking his first golf lesson in over twenty years and shares his trepidations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
The PGA Championship is a Major, but it is unquestionably the fourth most interesting one. The fellas attempt to do what no other golf podcast has been brave enough to try: fix the PGA. After that, they offer their expert analysis on who will win the tournament. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Instruction takes many forms, and on this episode of the show Nick and Joe recount tales of leaking oil down the stretch for your benefit. Not all collapses are created equal and the fellas are trying to talk it out in hopes of learning how to get it into the house. Before all that, a tale of glory from links: ordering Door Dash (not a sponsor) to the 10th tee box. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
A 30-foot double breaking putt, a flushed fairway bunker approach, executing a tee shot on a narrow hole. Even in the darkest times on the course, there's ALWAYS shots that keep us coming back. The fellas list their top five. Before that, they break down early returns in the 2025 golf season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Joe hit a guy with his tee shot. Nick had a five putt. Golf season is here, baby!!! Even though we're only a few weeks into spring, the fellas have too many juicy stories not to share with the patrons. Stay tuned until the end of the episode, Nick Rules explains how you've been miscounting your putts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
It's here! The 2025 Masters is this week. The boys touch on the biggest storylines: Scottie bland Champions Dinner menu, can Rory actually get it done, and controversial figures in the field. After that they pick their winners and Dane shares the exciting things he's doing over at Matchstick HQ. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Wear what you want to wear, is the mantra of the returning champ and fashion expert: Greg Monteforte of GolfThreads. Our pal also shares the latest spring trends, brands at affordable prices for those trends, and his tips for deciding if a social media brand is good or a grifting. Before that we touch on Tiger Woods' latest conquest, please respect his privacy at this time... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Who among us hasn't fired one off of the hosel? We've all hit a shank in our day and you know what, that's ok. The fellas break down their experiences with the most terrifying shot in golf. Before that, Joe reports on early season results and Phil finished third on LIV. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Titleist, Callaway, Srixon oh my! The golf ball is the only piece of equipment used on every shot, yet its importance is often overlooked. The fellas and friend of the program Bryan Romey discuss their personal preferences, as well as their three keys for choosing the right one. Before that the boys assess their offseason goals and shower some love on the viral golf shot being disparaged by Cool Kids Media. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Friend of the show Justin Smoot returns for another epic appearance. He gives a full breakdown of how to hold golf club correctly, along with other sage advice that only he can dispense. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
January is peak tinkering time for golfers and the fellas detail how they are spending their offseason to improve that handicap. After that, they briefly touch on TGL before talking about Nick's annual trip to Orlando for the 2025 PGA Merchandise show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
The fellas daydream about warm weather and set their goals for the year ahead. Before that a preview (of sorts) of the TGL, which is a thing that is apparently still happening. Sign up for the 2025 Survivor Pool here: https://www.officefootballpool.com/pools.cfm?poolid=207762&p=2&pwd=w04tjn Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Goals are something we all set, but this is ONLY podcast to keep receipts! That's right, the fellas reflect on their year's in golf and own up to the ambitious goals set in 2024. Before that, Patrick Cantlay finally wore everyone down and is getting milk money for the privilege of representing the US of A in the Ryder Cup. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
From travel, to vlogs and everything in between, the fellas scroll their phones and discuss their favorite social media accounts to follow. Before that, an update on Anthony Kim. What's the correct number of balls to carry during a round. And one last adventure before handicap season closes for 2024. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Before those clubs start collecting dust, the fellas take stock of what they think their offseason's will look like. Friend of the program, Dane Delgado stops by to talk about the fabulous new selection of products from Matchstick Golf. And Smokin' Charley Hull's new plan to combat slow play is discussed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Zero torque putters are the hottest piece of equipment in golf since the ProV1, but are they really the savior that disciples claim they are? Nick has begun his extensive research into these flatsticks and shares everything he's learned: are they this good? Who are they for? And why haven't the big brands released them? Before that, the fellas laugh about the "changes" the PGA Tour is making to the Waste Management Open in 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
We've all done it. Made a snide comment. Razz your buddies. Flat out tried to play mind games with your match play opponent. The fellas detail the best way to talk trash. Stories of seeing it done well & how it can go oh so wrong. Before that, an update on the rapidly disappearing golf season, including the conclusion of Joe's scramble league. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
We've all been on the tee box of a short par 4 thinking "there's no way I can get it there" and oops, you hit it perfect. Now what? The fellas share their experiences and dive into the etiquette of this minefield. Then, how to make mid-round tweaks that can turn a bad round into a grind mode special. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
If you have a better title episode for this show, please do write in. The fellas delve into the exciting world of golf accessories and decide if they're overrated, underrated or properly. Tools like a Swiss army divot tool. GPS/Bluetooth pager. And, of course alignment stick covers. Before all that silliness, the boys touch on the Tom Kim nontroversy at President's Cup.
Many have tried, many have failed. Everyone has opinions about what can be to unite and creating a more interesting version of professional golf. The boys dip their toes in these murky waters to come up with some ideas about how to get casual fans more invested in the non-Majors.
We've all had THOSE rounds. That special one at the prestige course. This is not your typical Saturday afternoon. The boys lay out their recipe for success. The dos and dont's of playing at a big time course.
It should be the best moment of a golfer's life, making an ace. For some reason, this rarest of rare occasion has morphed into a responsibility of making sure the entire clubhouse is properly loaded. What is the appropriate amount of liquor to buy after a hole-in-one? And, punching season is right around the corner. Do people actually care that much?
Most people wish they could roll the clock back with the knowledge they have now. Make that double for golfers! The fellas sit down with newly obsessed golfer and hilarious comedian Jeremiah Coughlan. They chat about what got him into the game, then dive into all of the things they wished they knew when they first started playing golf.
It may be trite to call the first swing on the first hole the most important shot of the day, but baby, it's the truth! The whole tone of the day can set by a missile in the mayor's office or a poof ball into the driving range. The fellas share what they do to make sure 18 holes aren't ruined by one thoughtless strike and recount tales of woe on the opening tee.
Golf is full of social landmines and some transgressions are more serious than others. The fellas attempt to determine which common etiquette niceties are crucial to get right and which ones don't really matter all that much.
You ever feel like your golf game in a slump and you can't figure out a way to pull yourself out of it? Well, you're in luck! Nick spoke with a pro about that very subject and imparts his newfound wisdom on all of us. Then, Lydia Ko grabs gold in Paris and gets into the LPGA Hall of Fame. Finally, Matt Kuchar finds a new and insane way to make a fool out of himself on the PGA Tour.
Scottie's late charge gets him the gold medal, Tommy hangs on for silver, Hideki makes the podium and Rahm and Rory choke. What a weekend of Olympic Golf! The fellas break down the sensational Sunday in France and look ahead to the Women's competition. After that, a special guest joins show to break the highs and lows of volunteering for the LPGA at the Portland Classic.
Statistics show that golfers carrying their clubs don't actually burn more calories than those that use push carts. So, why aren't you pushing? The fellas lay out the very logical case for using push carts, and make a few recommendations before Nick details his nightmare trying to use a motorized one.
Scotland is on the bucket list for any golfer and Joe details what it was like playing some of the most famous and challenging golf courses in the world, changing his shoes next to Rickie Fowler, putting on the same green Gary Player was hamming it up on and attending The Open championship.
Would you raw dog Johnnie Walker - Blue Label out of the Claret Jug without getting it cleaned? Is calling the winner Champion Golfer of the Year pretentious, or cool as hell? Should you wake up at 3am to watch The Open TV coverage? The fellas answer the tough questions about the year's final major. Before that, they spend some time chatting about the surprising selection of Keegan Bradley as the 2025 U.S. Ryder Cup Captain.
What irks you on the golf course? Pace of play? Lack of practice bunkers? Unavailability of ball washers? The fellas complain into their microphones about all the things that rub them the wrong way. Before that, Joe details how he made 7 birdies and still shot over par.
Alright, you've reached the green, have 15 feet for birdie, now what? The fellas detail their tips and tricks for green reading. Then, an incredible follow-up to friend of the program Bryan Romey's U.S. Open qualifying round. Let's just say the USGA is out of line.
Lining up your playing partners putt, playing as a fivesome, backstopping and more! The fellas had a lot of rules to sort out after their resounding victory in the 2024 Corner Club Open and what better way to do that than the first ever (!) all Nick Rules Edition of At The Turn.
Stuck in a golfing rut? Getting the same result round after round got you down? We've got the cure! It's a brand new episode of At The Turn focusing on how to avoid midseason burnout. After talking Joe off a ledge, Matchstick Golf's Dane Delgado shares some exciting updates about one of Forbes Magazine's Top 10 Best Golf Businesses of 2024.
The 2024 U.S. Open is here! The fellas rehash the beauty that was the 1999 U.S. Open. Payne Stewart's legendary victory over Tiger, Phil, Vijay and Duval. Then, is Old Man Par really worth celebrating? The boys delve into that and more in Overrated, Underrated, Properly Rated. Finally, they share who they think will win this year's edition.
With the season about halfway over it's time to reflect on what we've done well and work on the weak spots. The boys discuss the mid-season adjustments they're making. Nick also teed off too early at his home course and got in some trouble for it.
$200? $2,000? What is your threshold for pain when it comes crazy green fees? The fellas break down when you should pay and when you should bolt. Then, when going on a Golf Trip should you make time for other activities or just play until your calluses have calluses?
Want to know how it feels to compete under U.S. Open pressure? Well, friend of the program Bryan Romey recounts his experience playing a qualifier for our national open. Nick caddied for him and shares his perspective as well. It's unlike any episode we've done before, so give it a listen!
The strongest field in golf, Michael Block stealing the spotlight, Tiger teeing it up. The fellas decide what's under the radar and what's being blown way out of proportion. Then, they make their picks for the 2024 PGA Championship. Spoiler: not Scottie Chef.
It's something we've all talked about after a few beers on the 19th hole: I'm going to try and qualify for the U.S. Open. Well, friend of the program Bryan Romey is putting his putter where his mouth is. Next week he's competing in local qualifying for the 2024 U.S. Open. He shares his goals, hilarious practice round and expectations of the big day. And, oh yeah, Nick is going to loop for him!
Sure, teeing it up with your regular foursome is always a treat, but when was the last time you experienced the magic of sharing 4-plus hours with complete strangers? This week the boys examine the beauty of playing with randoms. Then, is anyone else noticing how penal 9-hole rounds are for your handicap? Nick is. Stay tuned for an epic rant about the new handicapping system.
Surely everyone knows how to drive a golf cart. Right? RIGHT!?!? Well, friends you'd be surprised. With golf season in full swing the boys go over the basics and advanced protocols when operating a motorized vehicle on the fairways.
Don't compound mistakes. Stick to your putting routine. No 6s on par 5s. We've all heard the best ways to course management success, but how do you actually do it? The fellas share their cerebral strategies. Before that, a brief recap of the 2024 Masters: Scottie wins (duh), Ludvig impresses and Captain Zach Johnson finds yet another way to embarrass himself.
Is the Par-3 Contest fun? How cool are Green Jackets? Do so many amateurs belong in the field? It's Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated: Masters edition with Matchstick Golf Founder Dane Delgado. Excited updates are shared about the premier ball marker company in the game, before the gang makes their picks for the 2024 Masters.
We've all been victims and victimized others on the golf course, but what is the appropriate way to react when you accident pipe one into another group? How mad should you be when the threesome behind you hits your cart with their tee shot? The fellas break down the do's and don'ts and also share their experiences with both sides of this tricky coin.
We're going fast! Nick is gaining speed and is letting you behind the curtain. He details the techniques that are already showing signs of success on the course. Plus, the fellas talk Happy Gilmore 2, which is apparently a go.
Do you feel guilty ditching work or skipping your niece's birthday party in favor of the golf course? The boys chat about the pressure of playing when maybe you shouldn't be. Would you rather returns, discussing the best time of day to play. Finally, tee it high and let it fly: hitting houses (probably) isn't your fault.
Intimidated by the process of going in for a club fitting? Don't worry, anyone can do it! Joe emerges from his cave, embraces the 21st century, and details the process from start to finish. Including, how he broke his driver on the path to finding his perfect fit. Then, should a golfer be measured by the size of their divots? The fellas explore the social media phenomenon of celebrating enormous beaver pelts.
Nick returns! And, Joe needs a new driver. The boys talk about where to begin such a crucial process. Sometimes when you play a good round you just want to play more golf, well friend, that's bonus. Finally, the dumbest thing you've ever done on the course, likely doesn't compete with the story on this week's show.
Starting in 2024, Par 3 golf courses now count toward your handicap. How that happens is Director Handicapping and Course Rating with the Oregon Golf Association - Gretchen Yoder - spends the winter traversing the state to make sure courses that want to be rated, are rated. We also discuss the other changes to the World Handicapping System and how she deals with the abnormal when trying to create a level playing field.
Friend of the show Bryan Romey is back to discuss his U.S. Open aspirations, how he stays sharp in the winter, the balancing act of lower your handicap while improving your game and prioritizing practice with a family and age related physical limitations
One of our favorite guests - Greg Monteforte of GolfThreadsBlog is back on the show make sure that even if you don't play good in 2024, you're going to look great! He shares stories from the recent PGA merchandise show, what trends are in this spring and the countless brands you're going to see adorning Tour Stars this year.
Would you rather make an ace: alone, with Covid Cups, on a par-3 course or on a simulator? The boys deep dive into what counts and what doesn't, before Nick explains his big plans for 2024. Then, they dish on the results of their mental game test.
The long whispered rumors are in fact true, Nick DID venture to Orlando for the PGA Merchandise Show and dishes on the latest in speed gains, training aids and putter preferences. The boys also mediate on Anthony Kim's likely return to pro golf and if that moves the all important needle.
Joe is heading to Scotland this summer and explains how he plans to try and play The Old Course at St. Andrews. Nick gets fit for a putter and it really changed his perspective on the short game. Bernhard Langer is hanging it up at Augusta National and his record there is truly astonishing.
Nick and Joe are back in action! They hit on a range of topics from golf media's disappearing middle class, to punching up on social media, why trophies are better than money for regular folks and golfers tendency to diminish their own accomplishments.
Happy New Year! The fellas look at the year to come and settle on their golf goals. More birdies! More golf! More trophies!
What will Eldrick do this year? Will he set the all-time record for PGA Tour Wins? Will he contend in a major? Or, will he simply be an average golfer, clinging to his former greatness which he'll never be able to replicate again? The fellas discuss. Merry Christmas, you filthy animal!
Every podcast is doing their best of the year episode, but not us Sally. We're cleaning out the junk drawer and discussing all of things we punted on throughout the year. Are golf shoes good? Why does everyone look so damn long for tees? Does a hole-in-one count in a scramble? It's all on the Worst of the Year: 2023 edition!
You're about to hit your tee shots shorter... in 7 years. Jon Rahm says YES to half a billion clams and is bolting for LIV Golf. Everyone agrees that Tiger looks unusually jacked, but does it really matter if he's taking roids?
Our dear friend Justin Smoot makes his triumphant return to the show live from Hawaii. As always, he brings his unique blend of expertise and wisdom to the program. Smoot also shares what might be his tallest task as a PGA Pro.
Unlike other shows, At The Turn keeps receipts. None of this speaking into a void with no follow-up! Nick and Joe set goals at the start of 2023 and they review whether or not they achieved them. Then, it's time to start the important work of figuring out how to have the most productive offseason possible.
Gifts for your wife! Gifts for your uncle! Gifts for your crush that you finally have the courage to tell how you really feel! Nick shares gift ideas for every golfer in your life, for every category of gift. Before that, a troubling TGL update. Finally, a Mad Golfer Of The Week that helps Nick's quest for a new home track.
There's no honor among sandbaggers, but for vanity handicappers the fellas found some ways to game the system. There's also some big changes coming for 2024 and Nick walks us through those. Also, a PGA Tour member is our Mad Golfer of The Week on a Tiger designed track.
Bombing your opening drive. A crispy bunker shot. Curling in that must make putt. What are the most satisfying shots in golf? The fellas hash it out with Dane Delgado, then discuss the latest and greatest with Matchstick Golf, and look out! The TGL is right around the corner.
Wide open spaces, a green you can chip AND putt on, and a hole zero. The fellas build the perfect practice area. Also on the agenda are the insane greens fees at TPC Sawgrass, Tiger & Timberlake try to destroy the history of St. Andrews and the funniest Mad Golfer of the Week to date.
OWGR has strained credulity over the past few years and as a response Jeff Bullock (with the help of some friends) decided to create The Universal Golf Rankings. He explains their method, the feedback they've received, and what their hopes are the future. It's one of our most interesting interviews to date!
Play it forward! Nick & Joe detail the results of playing from the red tees, what they learned and if it's something they'll continue to do. LIV Golf will NOT be receiving official world golf rankings points. And, the Mad Golfer of the Week is angry about the pace of play being too fast!
What better way to celebrate episode number 200 than to reflect on the past and look ahead to Lexi Thompson playing on the PGA Tour.
Once again, the US of A embarrasses itself in Europe. Rory has his best Ryder Cup to date. Homa is the glue holding the USA together. Patty Ice going hatless leads to his caddy getting into a shouting match with all of Continental Europe. It was the 2023 Ryder Cup!
The time is here! Can the U.S. vanquish the European team after a thirty year road drought? The boys each lay out their three favorite storylines from the 2023 Ryder Cup. Joe is distraught after watching an IG video and playing from the red tees.
Most people know not to walk in someone's line, to rake a bunker after playing out of it and to keep quiet when someone else is hitting. But what about subtle golf etiquette? We're playing chess while everyone else is playing checkers. Also, Tiger Woods is the GOAT, but is over qualified to give advice to the common golfer?
Mini Drivers are all the rage, but what a regular driver with shorter shaft? Nick reveals the result of his experiment: testing a standard length versus a shorter one. Then, why does nobody keep a true score? Finally, the boys come up with the best golf course to scatter their ashes.
Luke Donald makes some sexy, if not very unsurprising, Ryder Cup selections. Vegas seems to think Europe's chances are improving. And a Mad Golfer of the Week that left his son in the bathroom for nearly an hour.
JT is in, Cam Young is out. Captain Zach Johnson names his six choices to fill out the 2023 Ryder Cup Team. Joe thinks it's chalk, Nick says it's not. Let the second guessing begin!
Yardsticks, Dr. Scholls Foot Spray and those little felt things on the bottom of your kitchen table could all lower your scores. Nick explains how. Before that the fellas comb through some absurd hole-in-one scenarios and discuss the benefits of a hot course.
Coming off a four wins at University of Nevada, Victoria Gailey sets her sights on LPGA stardom. The fellas chat with her about making the jump to pro golf, what it takes to go low, and the best way to travel with clubs.
Cake at the turn? Getting loaded? A reflective round on your lonesome? What makes a perfect golfing birthday? The fellas discuss, and then set their sights on Gamble Sands to see if they can play 72 holes on the longest day of 2024.
Fast player with baby blue eyes, good music sense and great taste in whiskey? What makes a perfect golfing companion? The fellas break it all down and then Nick gets a lot of social media feedback to his question: Do you improve your lie in the fairway and why?
Brian Harman dominates at Royal Liverpool, Justin Thomas is a lost soul and the why the men should make The Players a Major, if they can figure out a way to include the LIV guys.
Cam! Scottie! Min Woo! The last men's major of the year is here and the fellas preview the event, pick their winners and decide which players will miss the cut. We also have a very special guest give their feelings on the Rickaissance.
Nobody ACTUALLY knows the rules of golf and that's a problem. The fellas each eliminate three. Before that they discuss Joe's best round in a decade and the how to introduce young children to the golf course.
Rose, Lexi, Annika & Wie! One of golf's biggest week's of the year is here! Nick and Joe break down the 2023 U.S. Women's Open at Pebble Beach before picking winners. They also chat about red tape surrounding golf's oldest championship.
The fellas take care of business on The Palouse! Before that, Joe tries to argue for honor amongst golf social media thieves, a way to fix The Match and friend of the show Dane Delgado shares the new hot items at Matchstick Golf.
Old men indiscriminately hitting balls over a road into a forest, obnoxiously colored balls and internal OB disputes are just some of the stories you'll hear from Nick and Joe. Before that, did Golf Digest ACTUALLY rip off a classic ATT bit?
The PGA Tour, LIV & DP World Tour are merging. Nick and Joe share their thoughts on the inevitability of it all. Then, preview the Men's U.S. Open and make their picks.
Part skill, mostly luck. Calcutta is the most enticing way to gamble on this beautiful game. The fellas spill the beans on strategy and also wind up for the most important week on their golf calendars.
In honor of Memorial Day Weekend, the fellas each run through their favorite holidays to play golf and also detail which ones to avoid. Joe also shares the hidden gem of Central Oregon golf.
Jon Stabler and his wife Dr. Deborah Graham have been coaching major champions for 30 years. Jon joined the fellas to talk about the proper mindset you need in order to play the best golf of your life!
Second major for the Men is here! Nick and Joe break pick their winners and note notables from the 2023 field, before deciding what the most exciting outcome would be for this year's event!
We've all done it: helped out a fellow golfer in need, when they didn't ask for help. Dispensing unsolicited advice is a delicate dance and the fellas are your guide through this minefield. Jim Furyk was named the 2024 President's Cup Captain. But, why? Team captaincies are being used a retirement gift, rather than trying to pick the person who will squash the competition and the boys are fed up!
Pick up or putt out? That is the best ball question the fellas attempt to answer. Then, they discuss why all golfers benefit from playing in more tournament golf, before closing with how the U.S. and Europe squads might navigate the Ryder Cup and the LIV Golf of it all.
Everyone loves a car crash, especially late in a major championship. The fellas define a meltdown, explore their own tortured past and finally list their favorite Women's and Men's meltdowns in golf history.
Everyone is talking about pace of play but no one is doing anything about it. The fellas identify the traits of a slow golfer, how to correct those attributes and settle on the best way to confront the slow golfers in your life.
Jon Rahm wins The Masters with a beautiful final round. Is Brooks Koepka first 36 or second 36 holes more surprising? Aided by a bizarre new physique, Phil Mickelson shoots 65 out of nowhere to finish T-2. Once again, The Masters is the best week of the golf year.
The Masters is here! Piper Golf President & CEO Mike Gottfried stops by to talk the longer 13th hole, how LIV might be handled before the fellas pick who wins the 2023 Masters(piper.golf/TURN10)
Ever think to yourself: does anyone ACTUALLY win The Masters ticket lottery? Well have you found the right podcast. Joining us is the man who put science to that question, Dan Kilbridge of Bookies.com (16:10). We dive into his method, his experiences at Augusta National Golf Club, and how likely you are to attend a future Masters tournament.
How does the ball bifurcation change the future of golf? Did the World #1 pick the most boring menu in Masters history? Is Nick close to building his under $40 golf club set?
Qualifying for a State Amateur is hard enough with a full set of 14 clubs, but Tyler Munds (Fade and Fairway) has carved out his niche in a sea golf content creators and is trying to do it with a short set. He shares the joys of his journey, the feedback from documenting it on social media and great tips finding hidden gem sticks on the cheap.
Tees or Divot Repair Tools? The fellas discuss their preference before diving into March golf and then weigh the benefits of utilizing all of the data tools available in 2023
Nick is back and to celebrate the boys log on to LIV dot com and fill out the personality questionnaire to select which team they'll support in 2023. Then, Nick wants to put a reader challenge to the test: how much of a difference is there really between expensive clubs and secondhand sticks.
Comedian Shain Brenden stops by to share his thoughts on the new Netflix series. Joe and Shain talk about the appeal of Joel Dahmen and Tony Finau, the boredom of JT and Jordan Spieth & the motivation behind making these types of TV series.
Rahm is back at #1. Max Homa is a star. And Tiger is back... again! Joe shares his thoughts on the Genesis Invitational week that was.
Only five percent of golfers play left handed and that can make things VERY challenging for those that do. Nick details eight reasons why being a southpaw is so difficult in golf. The fellas also discuss some tasty odds of players to finish in the top ten of all four majors.
Rumors that Anthony Kim might be heading to LIV Golf reignite interest in golf's most popular recluse, Nick reports back from his week in Orlando & the fellas discuss what part of their golf games they have irrational confidence about
LIV inking a TV deal with The CW means something... but what? PGA Tour's Netflix documentary is out in less than a month. Where is the proper place for a putter in a golfer's bag? And, what is the weather breaking point for playing golf in the winter?
Sometimes a golf story is TOO good to be true so we're putting a few under the magnifying glass, discussing whether to bring your own sticks to Top Golf and deciding if untucking is a scandal with friend of the pod Dane Delgado
There are rules you make and rules you break. The fellas discuss those rules which are meant to be broken. Before that they hit the worst golf video game ever made and Nick cites the Central Texas Golf Association rule book in perhaps the most unhinged NICK RULES!!!! to date.
It's a New Year which means new opportunities for greatness on the golf course. The fellas each lay out three (obtainable) goals for 2023.
Brynn Walker shares her journey into professional golf and her plans to be on the LPGA Tour (19:19), and the fellas discuss the Maddest Golfer of the Week.... of 2022.
We keep receipts! The fellas go over what they got right and wrong about Tiger's 2022 before looking ahead to what Big Cat might do in 2023.
Playing in a unique format forces us to think about the game in different ways. After playing in a one club tournament, Joe shares some helpful lessons for golfers of all abilities. Then, the guys talk about the best possible outcomes for LIV Golf.
In the most profanity laden episode to date, the fellas recount the viral fight at an Australian country club before reliving the craziest things they've seen on the course. Before that, the five big quotes from Tiger's press conference at his silly season event in the Bahamas.
The only rule in golf fashion right now is that there are no rules. Hopping on the show to talk trends, popular brands and under-the-radar clothiers is Greg Monteforte of GolfThreadsBlog.
The fellas break down the Do's and Don'ts of playing through and decide how much golf is too much golf
Owner of Manzanita Links & Head Pro/GM at Highlands Golf Club Matt Brown has some incredible stories. From looping at St. Andrews to winning PGA Merchandiser of the year he shares his favorite memories and why community is so important to his success.
Tiger is playing three times in December, so we break the emergency glass to discuss our excitement, the obsession of Charlie Woods and which events we Kiss, Marry, Kill
Nick joins a club and has immediate regret, what accomplishments count during the winter and what club should you use when you can only use one the entire round?
LIV & Rory colliding means the fellas are breaking protocol to talk about the inaugural year for the start up Saudi League and Northern Ireland's favorite son claiming number 1 in the world
Autumn is perhaps the most beautiful and despicable golf season. Joining the fellas to talk all things Fall is Cam Rogers, from the Lock It In podcast on the Bleav podcast network. Cam offers a few betting tips before diving into what makes Autumn golf so treacherous and delightful.
Skins, Nassau & Best Ball, oh my! The fellas recount their favorite on course bets and wonder how often weekend hackers should replace their wedges.
The fellas discuss the impact of the USGA capping driver head size and who these rules are actually for: hackers or the top professionals. Plus, can Marky Mark really play 18 holes in 75 minutes, and why does everyone lie about putting?
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The fellas discuss the impact of the USGA capping driver head size and who these rules are actually for: hackers or the top professionals. Plus, can Marky Mark really play 18 holes in 75 minutes, and why does everyone lie about putting?
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If you found a nice golf towel on the course, what would you do? How about a Matchstick Golf (promo code TURN20) ball marker? What about a 3/4 full box of Noodle Balls? The fellas decide when to Turn it in or Keep it.
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Maintenance Man Don Merkin explains the importance of aerating greens, if the grounds crew really cuts cups based on mood and the things golfers do that really upset the staff
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Maintenance Man Don Merkin explains the importance of aerating greens, if the grounds crew really cuts cups based on mood and the things golfers do that really upset the staff
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Maintenance Man Don Merkin explains the importance of aerating greens, if the grounds crew really cuts cups based on mood and the things golfers do that really upset the staff
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There's Mad Golfers and then there's MAD GOLFERS. Nick and Joe breakdown the fallout from the controversial ruling (and subsequent reply all emails) which decided the 2022 Glendoveer Men's Club Championship. They also discuss the correct number of tees to have in your pocket during a round and the 31 million dollar property for sale on Pebble Beach Golf Links.
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At the Turn Book Club is back! He's a good guy, a bastard, phony and generous. Nick and Joe share their thoughts on the May 2022 biography of Phil Mickelson.
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What is a golfer's responsibility to the clubhouse after making a hole-in-one? Tiger is hosting a world class putt putt tournament this fall. Would You Rather: hit the stray quality golf ball in your bucket, or take it home? JoAnne Carner shoots her age twice in the U.S. Senior Women's Open. The fellas once again go golf course shopping in Oregon.
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Inspired by Matchstick Golf's sensational new Adventure Pack (promo code TURN20) the fellas plan their ideal golf road trip, but first Joe recounts the opening round of his Club Championship, and they finish up with touching on the irrelevance and perhaps death of the FedEx Cup
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One month to practice, four attempts to do it, but if you fail to shoot your personal best the sticks go in storage for a twelve months. Also, the fellas chat about one thing they think needs to change in golf.
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One month to practice, four attempts to do it, but if you fail to shoot your personal best the sticks go in storage for a twelve months. Also, the fellas chat about one thing they think needs to change in golf.
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From hard liquor to playing quicker Matchstick Golf President Dane Delgado shares his nine most important thing EVERY golf course should have
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Playing with less than 14 clubs isn't just a trend, for some, it's a way of life. Tyler Munds from Fade and Fairway stops by to talk his half bag, playing from the right tees, and golf social media.
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Few feelings in golf are better than a perfectly struck 3-iron... except maybe always hitting a 9-wood properly. Is it time to ditch the long irons and put more fairway woods in the bag? Then the boys explain what one rule they would change and why.
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Rules for playing tunes on the fairways. Henrik & Feherty take the money. Joe and Nick open their lottery emails from Augusta National Golf Club.
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Aussie Aussie Aussie! Breaking down Cam Smith's incredible back nine to win. Did Rory lose it or have it stolen from him? Tiger turns ambassador and misses the cut by a mile.
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The fellas decide which situations are appropriate to have pooches in carts, then evaluate how annoying certain sayings are & once again pick Tiger Woods to win a major championship
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Greg Norman applied for LIV Golf events to have World Golf Ranking points, the fellas explain the tug of war between the controversial tour and the powers that be. Is golfing on the 4th of July fun? A Nick Rules you'll be telling your grandkids about.
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Tom Etzel had been a member of Pumpkin Ridge since 2007, but when he heard about the Saudi backed golf league coming to his course, he made the decision to leave. He discusses the reasons why, his conversations with ownership about the course and the fellas ask him how much Pumpkin Ridge got to host a LIV event.
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Matt Fitzpatrick gets it done. Willy Z is a bridesmaid once more. Rory and Rahm fade on Sunday. The Country Club was perfect.
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Golf's Toughest Test is here! Dave McAdams Chief Membership and Head of Experience for The Fliers Club (https://www.thefliersclub.com/) stops by to school the boys on The Country Club in Brookline, MA the venue for the 2022 U.S. Open. Then it's fun with the terrible LIV Team Names and everyone submits their picks for this year's champ.
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Minjee Lee cruises to the 2022 U.S. Open crown and $1.8 million. Joe finally predicts a major championship winner correctly. The fellas hit the big storylines from the Open and then chat about the The Masters Ticket Lottery.
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The boys break down the biggest event of the year. Discuss Annika. The Venue. And, once again, try with all their might, to identify a winner.
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Would you rather go to Vegas with John Daly or Tiger Woods? Would you rather have dinner with Phil or Big Cat? Tiger Woods in wild scenarios all episode long!
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There's a right way and wrong way to be a single on the golf course, Nick and Joe break down the do's and don'ts of going stag. Then, the fellas talk about how to make buddies on the links. Finally they absolutely, without a shadow of a doubt, identify the 2022 PGA Championship winner (spoiler: Tiger Woods).
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Getting a little too personal with what is necessary for success prior to a round. Americans obsession with fast putting surfaces is flat out WRONG. If you could book the same tee time, every week, for entire year, what would that tee time be?
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Quarterbacks are better at throwing footballs than playing entertaining golf, and yet, the powers that be are giving us football players ONLY in a summer golf match. Nick and Joe discuss how to improve The Match and what makes for good made for television golf.
Nick and Joe discuss "Shark" ESPN's latest 30 for 30 offering about Australia's most controversial son. Big & Little John Daly will be surrounded by wings and tiny orange shorts for the foreseeable future. America's favorite 30-something college athlete inks an NIL deal.
Nick and Joe discuss "Shark" ESPN's latest 30 for 30 offering about Australia's most controversial son. Big & Little John Daly will be surrounded by wings and tiny orange shorts for the foreseeable future. America's favorite 30-something college athlete inks an NIL deal.
As part of a year long effort, Nick and Joe encourage YOU to play in more tournaments. Joe recounts his attempt to qualify for the Oregon Golf Association Mid-Am, in hopes that YOU can learn from his experience. Pace of Play is crucial to success!
Scottie Scheffler dominates The Masters. Rory shoots the round of the tournament. Tiger makes the cut and makes us all believe. It's a Roundup of the 2022 Masters.
Tiger is back! We also learn how to actually make money gambling on golf with NBC's Patrick McDonald. The fellas offer up their best bets to the expert, and he doesn't laugh at all of them.
Friend of the Pod Bryan Romey stops by to discuss sandbagging, Nick sells Joe on the Trackman and truly awful jokes which made it in the pages of golfs most popular periodical
Joe shares his thoughts on the Saudi Golf League coming to Pumpkin Ridge this summer, and then the fellas chat about their high tolerance for playing in bad weather.
Many trends have emerged over the past few years and the fellas decide whether or not they buy in. The legendary Hemlock Ridge is this week's subject of Mad Golfer of the Week. On NICK RULES: playing with broken clubs.
Mike Gottfried started Piper Golf in 2020, and it's already exploded onto the golf scene. He'll tell you about his experiences founding a golf ball company, going from the gallery to PGA Tour caddy… twice! And a Masterful promotion Piper is doing with At The Turn.
Munis V Country Clubs. Would you rather have a mental or physical challenge on the course? Nick recalls the time he penalized the brother of the PGA Tour Commissioner.
Weighing the purchase of a golf course for sale, examining the state of all five Women's Major Championships and questioning whether Key West Golf Club is a zoo, or place to recreate, on The Mad Golfer of the Week
The Champ is here! Making his third appearance on the show, is friend of the pod PGA Professional & Assistant Pro at Key West Golf Club, Justin Smoot. As always, a variety of topics were covered from surviving in the Florida Keys, to fixing slow play and most importantly (at least for Joe) how to stop being so results focused on the course. It's always a fun time when Smoot stops by, so crack a cheap beer and lend us your ear.
You've seen the IG photos of golf influencers blasting shots into the night sky of Dubai and other international courses, but how does the 15 handicapper hit some shots under the lights in the US of A? On this episode the fellas look at how to play night golf in America. Also, Golf Digest Contributing Editor Gabby Herzig stops by (16:46) to discuss her feature about playing at the #1 night golf course in America: The Lights at Indio Golf Course.
With the PGA Tour in Hawaii the fellas chat about their golf experience on the islands, as well as their threshold for ponying up at prestige courses. Also the Mad Golfer of the Week & would you rather have a short putt for a little money or a long putt for a lot of money.
After getting a glimpse of Tiger Woods at the PNC Championship, the boys each throw out their top five predictions for Tiger in 2022. How many events will he play? How well will he play? Which majors can he contend?
Tackling a streaker at the British Open, co-starring along side Kevin Costner, winning seven times on the PGA Tour, Peter Jacobsen has had quite a ride. The two-time Senior Major winner shares some of his best stories with the fellas.
Golf style insider and editor in chief of Golf Threads drops by to give shopping advice for the golfer in your life. The boys chime in with their best and worst golf gifts as well.
Like the rest of the golf world, Nick and Joe wildly overreact to Tiger posting a video of himself taking a full swing. What does he want us to know? Is he playing at The Masters? How many more majors will Tiger win? This and much much more!
The fellas take a brief look at how hard it ACTUALLY is to make the Senior Tour if you aren't an established PGA Tour vet. They also look at two guys who are crashing the party.
As the 21st year of the 21st Century winds down the fellas use an unscientific, scientific method to rank the Top 21 male golfers
Ever wondered how someone is able to successfully start a business in the golf space? Than THIS is the episode you've been waiting for. Dane Delgado talks about founding his company, it's rapid success, and what's next for Matchstick Golf.
Biggest winners and losers of the 43rd Ryder Cup. Should Steve Stricker captain the team in 2023? We all need much more match play in our lives.
Upstanding betting expert Patrick McDonald of NBC Sports Edge joins the boys to preview the Ryder Cup and reveal his pick for top point-getter. We break down both rosters, Whistling Straits, the absence of Patrick Reed, and why the Europeans dominate the Ryder Cup
2x World ALD Champion Scottie Pearman talks about the upcoming World Championships and shares his thoughts on Bryson competing. The fellas debate what's better fall or spring golf and then talk about their dust up with Turf Twitter.
Bobby Jones Stroke of Genius is exactly the film you would expect Bobby Jones, LLC, to produce. The boys take a deep dive in this B-Flight flick.
Chevy Chase and..... no one else is back for Caddyshack II what some have called the worst sequel in movie history
What do Lil Wayne, Jesper Parnevik and Andy Milonakis have in common? They all appeared in the 2007 film "Who's Your Caddie?" The At The Turn Golf Movie Fivesome is back as we break down the B-Flight of golf movies, beginning with all the troubling details of Who's Your Caddie.
Aditi, Rory, and Nelly oh my. The fellas wrap up an incredible two weeks of golf at Kasumigaseki Country Club, discuss if the format needs changing and whether or not caddies should be awarded medals.
Xander takes Gold. Sabbatini's long con earns Silver. CT Pan outlasts big names for Bronze. Look ahead to the Women's Side.
Results of Augusta National's ticket lottery. The Pros and Cons of getting paired up with strangers. Nick and Joe pick the Gold, Silver & Bronze medalists for the Men's Olympics Golf Tournament. Gretchen Yoder - Manager of Handicapping & Course Rating at the Oregon Golf Association on all things related to determining how difficult golf courses are.
Morikawa's flawless final round, an epic year of major champions, and a new rule proposal that could make watching runaway wins more entertaining.
Would change would you make to your home course if you ran show? Nick and Joe also preview the Open Championship with some ambitious picks.
Nick and Joe preview Torrey Pines, breakdown their picks to win the U.S. Open, debut 'Golf is Dumb' and debate a U.S. Open 'Would You Rather.'
Why does Brooks hate Bryson so much? Nick and Joe run through the blow by blow. Also, a Ryder Cup check-in and the boys pick U.S. Women's Open winners.
A smorgasbord of golf topics! Tis better to hit into others, or be hit into? Rory returns to form. The fellas absolutely identify the winner of the 2021 PGA Championship. The long con pays off for a disgraced South African.
Nick and Joe break down Hideki Matsuyama's historic Masters win, Will Zalatoris' run, Xander's untimely mistakes, and recap their picks.
Who are the top dogs, dark horses, contenders? And who will win the 2021 Masters? Nick and Joe break it all down.
Is it EVER ok to have a play in a fivesome? The fellas debate and discuss how to properly prepare oneself for a new golf season.
What makes Jordan Spieth so compelling? Do rain gloves do anything? Why are golf shoes so important? Nick and Joe answer these burning questions plus much much more.
Patrick Reed finds himself in hot water once again after getting relief for a suspicious one-hop embedded ball. But, did he do anything wrong? Nick and Joe weigh in, and look ahead to the 2021 US Open.
Nick & Joe break down the Tiger documentary and respond to critics who describe it as tabloid journalism. Then, they discuss the first two tournaments of 2021 on the PGA Tour.
We investigate if chasing distance is the quickest way for golfers of all levels to improve, and Andrew Elaimy, PGA, gives the green light to swing your hardest every time.
Nick and Joe preview the 2020 US Women's Open at Champions Golf Club in Houston, Texas. Complete with a shocking lineup of dark horse, contender and winner picks.
All things Augusta in this 2020 Masters wrap-up. Is DJ the 3rd most accomplished player of the 21st century? Tiger's wild Sunday, Bryson's disappointing tournament and Langer's unprecedented week.
A complete preview of the the most unique Masters in history. Who will win, what to watch for, and why Bryson is starting the tournament 8-under par.
The boys settle on the best costume to wear for a round of golf on Halloween. Phil goes 2 for 2 on the senior circuit. Does it matter? And, would you rather play with a fast golfer or one with an eagle eye?
Do you feel obligated to play the same set of tees as the rest of your group? Would you rather lose your ball because it plugs, or because it's in the leaves? The KP debate continues.
Bryson DeChambeau conducts his most successful experiment and wins by six shots at Winged Foot.
Nick and Joe relive the last time the U.S. Open was held at Winged Foot in 2006, and pick their winners for the 120th playing.
Phil wins his Champions Tour debut; DJ and Rahm go to a playoff in the playoffs; Are stupid rules made to be broken (CC: Daniel Berger & Sophia Popov)?
PGA Championship recap: Collin Morikawa wins his first major, how many more should we give him? Nick and Joe breakdown Collin, Tiger, Brooks, Bryson & DJ. TPC Harding Park shines. Two more majors are just around the corner.
PGA Championship preview: Brooks brings confidence. Spieth goes for the slam. Is Morikawa ready to win majors? Plus, how to play TPC Harding Park for under $50 and Joe makes an ace!
Jim Beatty, Executive Editor of African American Golfer's Digest, joins Nick and Joe for a discussion on race in golf. Is golf becoming more accessible for everyone? How can the sport become more diverse? What can YOU do to help?
Details on the new Tiger documentary set to be released in December based on the 2018 tell all book. Brooks & Bryson continue their friendly (?) rivalry. In a new segment, Nick recounts playing behind an eightsome at his home course.
Nick and Joe try to place Dustin Johnson's roller coaster career into some sort of context. Then, Covid inconveniences, tournament snafus & will Phil Mickelson be the best 50+ PGA Tour golfer of all-time? It's all covered in the first This is a Real Mailbag.
Nick and Joe break down the return of the PGA Tour at historic Colonial Country Club. Bryson DeChambeau showed up in Texas with an extra 20 pounds of muscle. The boys discuss his body and hope his rivalry with Brooks Koepka picks up steam. Most importantly, what would Phil Mickelson name his yacht?
Tom Brady's dreadful front 9, Phil being Phil, a finely-tuned broadcast, and Tiger showing he's ready to compete again. Our complete analysis of The Match 2.
Nick and Joe talk discuss their experience playing golf this May, then it's a Would You Rather blowout. The boys rip through six golf scenarios.
All the National Championships, cheating allegations, wins, family issues and Ryder Cup heroics rolled into one deep dive. It can only be the story of Patrick Reed.
The boys switch from golf film to golf knowledge. ATT hosted their first trivia night. Categories include: Phil or Fred, Masters Final Round & Name the South African. Tune in and see how you fare against the competition.
We've made it, the final movie in our golf fivesome: Caddyshack. Is Judge Smails in charge of Bushwood C.C.? Are Danny and Maggie dating? Does Ty Webb ACTUALLY shoot in the mid-60's? These questions are many more are answered in the fivesome finale.
The 1996 Adam Sandler classic features perhaps the greatest sports villain of all time in Shooter McGavin, and some one-liners that have stood the test of time. We break it all down in our fourth installment of the At The Turn GOlf Movie Fivesome.
Nick and Joe take on the 2005 Shia LaBeouf vehicle about Francis Ouimet, the real life 20-year-old caddie who famously won the 1913 U.S. Open. The boys break down the film and discuss some of the liberties Disney took with story.
A special guest joins the podcast to help breakdown The Legend of Bagger Vance. Our second in a five-part series discussing the most popular golf movies.
With the golf world on an indefinite hiatus, Nick and Joe break out the popcorn and break down golf movies. First up is Tin Cup. What is the MOST unrealistic shot? Did Phil Mickelson have his lines cut? Was Rory Mcilroy named after Roy McAvoy? These, and other, burning questions are answered!
Golf season is beginning in much of the United States and PGA Professional Justin Smoot joins to help you shake the rust off your game. Drills, tips, and advice on how to approach our next driving range session.
Adam Scott wins the Genesis Invitational. Tiger makes the cut then finishes last. Are the belly putters making a comeback?
Joe and Nick are joined by Matthew Mollica from the Roll Back Alliance to discuss distance and the possibility of changing the golf ball or equipment
Nick & Joe breakdown Tiger's performance at Torrey Pines, Phil's future, and the Brooks vs. Bryson rivalry.
Will Jordan Spieth be good again? The Hawaii swing was dreary in many ways. Phil snubs the hometown fans, and Joe's shocking LPGA quiz.
Tiger goes 3-0 as a player and Captain Woods defeats Captain Els in the 13th Presidents Cup. The boys discuss the early International dominance, and how the Americans were able to find a way to win. Also, Patrick Reed is discussed.
We break down everything you need to know about the 2019 Presidents Cup! Preview Royal Melbourne, USA's dominance, both rosters, and why watching will be more exciting than you think!
The boys set you up for winter golf success, prepare you for the new world handicap system and wrap-up the PGA, LPGA, & Euro Tours
Tiger Woods gets his 82nd PGA Tour win. What's next? Can he catch Jack? Will he qualify for the 2020 Olympics? We answer ALL your Tiger Woods questions. Soak it in!
A generational episode of At The Turn, we discuss the future of golf betting, who should be accountable for illegal drivers, the best golf movie, and Joe takes a rules quiz!
Tony Romo contends (to make the cut) in the Safeway Open; Tiger's Skins Game set for next month; Fall golf is great BUT.... plus Mid-Am Madness!
HURRY, our 2019 Solheim Cup Preview is here! Everything you need to know about the course, Cup history, and both teams before the 2019 Solheim Cup.
How soon is too soon for Tiger to come back from knee surgery? Is the TOUR Championship a clown show? Why slow play is baked into the game, and the END OF RETAINING international Cups.
2018 World Long Drive Champion Maurice Allen joins the pod after becoming the first in history to hit a ball over Niagara Falls. Maurice gives behind-the-scenes details, responds to "long-drive truthers" and shares where that ball is now.
Shane Lowry wins the final major of 2019; Nick and Joe break down The Open and debate Brooks Koepka, the most surprising player to NOT win a major in 2019, and the best players without a major.
Nick and Joe discuss the British Open at Royal Portrush, and pick the winners of the year's final Major Championship.
Joe experiences a country club for a day, Nick's life flashes before his eyes; Joe's on-site US Open takeaways; Debut of Who Made More, and return of Would You Rather.
At The Turn is FINALLY back and the boys brought their 2019 US Open preview and predictions! Also, Hank Haney makes the wrong kind of news, Nick tees it up with the pros, and Would You Rather returns.
Tiger Woods wins the 2019 Masters for his 15th Major and 5th Green Jacket. Look out, Jack!
Nick and Joe preview the 2019 Masters with their darkhorse, contender, and winners; what's your LEAST favorite part about watching the Masters?
Nick and Joe discuss the WGC Match Play; Sergio acts childish, again; A theory on why golf clubs are so expensive.
Rory answers the doubters with Players win; Joe finds new life on the green; The benefits of club fitting; Semi-coherent fake bets update, and more!
Tony Romo accepts sponsor invite to Byron Nelson; US Ryder Cup Captain Steve Stricker's most UNBELIEVABLE accomplishments; Is J.B. Holmes' slow play intentional? Joe breaks down his visit to Royal Hawaiian.
Kuchar gets blasted by local caddie; Sergio gets kicked out of Saudi International; Phil and Rickie pick up Ws, leaving more questions than answers.
Speculation on why Tiger wore PINK on Sunday?! Who has a better chance at a major in 2019, Bryson or Rose? A fake bet finally hits, AND MORE!
Tiger Woods (the book) is a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most captivating athletes of all time. The boys discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of everything the book reveals about the world's most famous golfer.
Bryson DeChambeau officially putts with the flagstick in; OG Rory uses loophole to aid Olympic goal; did Nick and Joe stick to their 2018 golf resolutions?
Justin Smoot, PGA, explains how baby powder is a training aid; Who will have a better career - Rickie or Fred Couples? Joe puts (fake) money on a HUGE underdog to win a major in 2019.
Intense? Authentic? Silly? Nick and Joe grade "The Match" and discuss their top takeaways.
The boys predict who will be the next first-time world No. 1, is The Match still relevant? How to execute a golf weekend with your bros, and the best new rules for 2019.
Tiger Woods wins the Tour Championship for his 80th PGA Tour victory. Can he get to 100 wins or 19 majors? Dream Ryder Cup pairings for Team USA.
Nick and Joe discuss the Ryder Cup teams, potential changes in the FedEx Cup Playoffs, and Bryson DeChambeau. A Dicks Sporting Goods salesman trashes Nick.
Wolf Creek GC and former Bethpage Superintendent Scott Delpiere joins the show; Nick and Joe discuss the Ryder Cup and an unspeakable cannnibalistic incident at a Massachusetts golf course.
Nick and Joe discuss Justin Thomas' victory at the WGC Bridgestone, preview the PGA Championship, and try to figure out why the FedEx Cup Playoffs are so ho-hum.
Nick and Joe recap the 2018 British Open, discuss the window for Tiger's comeback, breakdown Jordan's lackluster final round, and more!
The boys discuss the $10 million, winner-take-all, match between Tiger and Phil. After correctly predicting the first two major winners of the year, Nick and Joe give their British Open picks. Would You Rather have a free country club membership, or get to play Augusta National once every five years?
Nick recounts his maiden speed golf voyage. The boys talk some Tiger and give love to Bryson DeChambeau. Would you rather see Tiger or Phil win the U.S. Open?
Justin Thomas ascends to World #1 and the guys talk about his potential staying power, as well as the man he replaced, Dustin Johnson. Nick gives his long awaited review of the Square Strike Wedge. Would you rather be #1, or a two-time PGA Champion?
Rory gets real about wanting to win The Masters. The guys pick The Players Championship. Joe shares his experience playing in the Oregon Mid-Amateur qualifier. Nick starts summer break, and tries to decide how much golf he should really be playing.
Patrick Reed holds off Jordan Spieth and Rickie Fowler to win The Masters. Why do so many people dislike the Ryder Cup hero? Rory fails to contend. Phil & Tiger were not a factor. The wild week of Tony Finau.
Nick and Joe discuss Tiger's incredible run at the Valspar Championship. Then, they talk about their caddying adventure this summer on the Mackenzie Tour. Also, a few early tidbits on The Masters
Colby Marshall with Silvies Valley Ranch in Seneca, Oregon answers all questions about the goat caddie program beginning out there this summer. Phil Mickelson is off to a hot start in 2018. Tiger misses the cut at Riviera.
We chat with TPC Boston PGA Pro Andrew Elaimy about staying sharp all year round. Tiger Woods parts ways with his swing coach and is going solo. Nick and Joe debate if it's better to play in extreme cold or heat.
Tiger impresses at the Hero; his first golf tournament in ten months. We break down his performance and the potential for a thrilling 2018 PGA Tour season with Tiger in the mix. Joe talks about playing in a golf tournament with just a 7-iron.
Fresh off a golf trip, Joe describes the beauties and the beasts of Bend, Oregon. Tiger is "cleared for golf activities" and Nick makes bold claims about his potential for 2018. K-Sigs are back, until they aren't. Are the Costco golf balls worth the trouble?
PGA Tour winner Wesley Bryan plays a tournament round in 88 minutes! The boys discuss whether it is better to walk or ride. Tiger Talk revolves around his lengthy, random blog post.
Veteran on-course reporter Jerry Foltz shares stories about his two plus decades working for the Golf Channel. Nick and Joe debate Albatross vs. Ace in Would You Rather? Tiger in full dad mode at Tennis' U.S. Open.
The boys share the do's and don'ts of attending a golf tournament, their biggest golf pet peeves, a new segment debuts, and they finish it off with some Tiger Talk.
7-time Canadian long drive champion Lisa Longball & top ranked Maurice Allen talk about the World Long Drive Championship and how to take it deep. They both share simple tips on how to increase your distance off the tee.
Greg Monteforte explains why white belts are out and pleated pants are in. Steph Curry impressed on the Web.com Tour. Tiger Woods is keeping busy while recovering from his latest surgery.
Recap of Jordan Spieth's incredible win at the British Open with international golf writer Harvey Jamison. He also explains why you shouldn't call it the "British" Open. Golf Digest Associate Editor Keely Livens on the golf boom among U.S. girls, and the new controversial dress code on the LPGA Tour.
Cole Mize, head of the University of Idaho's PGA Golf Management program, talks about majoring in golf. Marc Trivelpiece describes what it's like to own the Corner Club, one of Sports Illustrated's top college bars. He also runs the bar's popular annual golf tournament.
After a quarter century Phil breaks up with his caddy. Tiger asks for help. Nick and Joe discuss the pros and cons of playing alone. Is playing golf without a shirt disrespectful?
Wisconsin Golf Hall of Famer Gary D'Amato his written books about this years U.S. Open venue: Erin Hills Golf Course. He tells why he expects the response to this Open first-timer to be positive, and what kind of player should thrive there.
Carolina Romero helps with your fitness, your game and weighs in on Rory's weight lifting habits. Talking Tiger's DUI and the fallout that's followed. What is the biggest putt you have ever made? Or missed?
Zak Kozuchowski of GolfWRX.com explains why high handicappers benefit from custom fit clubs more than scratch golfers. What's more fun: a dominant number one or a rotating cast of characters? Nick uses the rain forest to deal with the poor etiquette of fellow golfers.
Soren Jacobsen is playing 50 rounds of golf, in 50 states, in 50 days, at the age of fifty. He joins us in the middle of his journey from Pinehurst, North Carolina. Joe enters the Masters Lottery. The LPGA is selling sex at the ShopRite Classic.
We talk with Brian Baxter about mindset differences between professional golfers and weekend warriors; he helps with YOUR game too. Tour talk: Lydia Ko likes firing her caddies, PGA Tour stars team up in this week's Zurich Classic, and plenty of Tiger headlines.