The Upshot: Recent Episodes
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The Upshot is Ultiworld Disc Golf's news and analysis podcast, hosted by Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield. From the business of disc golf to the most compelling competition, The Upshot breaks down the biggest topics in the sport.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the US Women's Disc Golf Championship, including some shocking stats. They dive into more of the young talent coming up on tour as well. Plus: a jam-packed 30 Second Rule segment.
0:00 The USWDGC Experience, Saarinens' Comeback
29:45 Logistics Challenges, Mountain Golf, Other Thoughts
46:45 30 Second Rule, Contracts, Doubles, Juniors
1:06:45 #Pursewatch
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down Gannon Buhr's all-time ratings record alongside a recap of the last European DGPT stop, the Heinola Open. Then the guys get you ready for a Mountain Major -- the 2026 US Women's Disc Golf Championship!
0:00 Ratings Updates: Buhr, MPO, FPO
16:30 Buhr Wins Heinola, Other MPO Storylines
27:45 Heinola FPO, Spectator Report
36:15 USWDGC Preview, Course & Events
50:15 Favorites, Dark Horses, Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Ale Open before talking with Brodie Smith about his disc sports career, what's next for him, and where he plans to go from here in disc golf. They also look at the proposed PDGA rule changes before previewing the Heinola Open, the last DGPT event (MPO only) in Europe this year.
0:00 World Cup, Ale Open
7:40 Salonen Steamrolls FPO, New Talent & Missy
18:30 Ricky Wins Again, Ricky vs. Gannon
29:00 Brodie Smith on Leaving DG
57:45 How Can Disc Golf Improve, Pace of Play
1:09:05 Thoughts on Brodie Smith, Step Putt Rule Change
1:33:45 Heinola Open Preview & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk the Ale Open and make their picks, plus they open up a bunch of listener mail in the mailbag.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the return to the top of a DGPT event from Eagle McMahon and look at some of what happened around the last time Eagle won at the 2022 European Open.
In a special shorter format, Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap a tremendous FPO battle at the 2026 Swedish Open, discuss Silva Saarinen's season and stats, and consider what Kristýna Jurčíková could become.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the European Open and some eye-popping stats about the champions, Gannon Buhr and Eveliina Salonen. They also talk with Gannon Buhr about the win, his upcoming contract negotiations, and more. Plus: Swedish Open picks!
0:00 Buhr's Dominant Win, Wysocki Still Second Fiddle
19:00 Surprises in FPO, Salonen Nabs Another Major
38:30 Gannon Buhr Interview
1:01:40 Swedish Open Preview & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the President's Cup before tackling a sobering post from Jessica Gurthie about the cost of touring. The guys dig into the numbers and try to sort out a solution. Then they preview the European Open, taking place in Estonia for the first time. They make their picks and talk about the challenge of the newly redesigned course.
0:00 Knicks in 5!, World Cup
5:45 Presidents Cup, The Cost of Touring
31:00 European Open Preview, Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield are joined by Esa-Pekka Tupala to discuss the upcoming European swing, which kicks off with the Parnu Open, a EuroTour event, before next week's European Open, the second major of the season. They talk storylines this season, what to expect from these events, what's on deck at the major, and more.
0:00 Esa-Pekka Tupala on the 2026 Season
7:30 European Swing Preview, European Open
24:15 Favorites to Win, Lesser Known Euros to Watch
40:30 Upcoming Events, Who Will Win the Euro Swing?
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Northwest (Disc Golf) Championships from a variety of angles. Plus, an early Worlds preview, 30 Second Rule, #PurseWatch, and picks.
0:00 Northwest Championship Recap, Buhr Unstoppable
10:00 Eagle's Comeback, I. Robinson's Challenges
18:45 Wysocki's Desire & Shortcomings
26:30 Buhr: The Villian of Disc Golf
30:30 Is Saarinen the Best in FPO?
43:45 Excitement for Portland Worlds
48:30 30 Second Rule: Amateurs, Ratings Update
55:45 #Pursewatch & Picks Recap
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about the Cascade Challenge, Silva Saarinen, and Eagle McMahon before welcoming in DGPT CEO Jeff Spring to talk about the upcoming DGPT+ Northwest Championships and the state of the Tour. They also preview the NWC and make their picks.
0:00 Cascade Challenge Recap
15:30 Northwest Challenge Preview
24:30 Jeff Spring on Northwest Challenge, Portland Worlds
42:30 State of the Tour, Growth Areas, PDGA Contract
55:45 30 Second Rule
1:05:15 Northwest Challenge Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the OTB Open and talk about some fascinating stats for the top pros. They also interview the Paul McBeth Foundation Executive Director Zach Smith about the organization and the upcoming Throw for More fundraiser.
0:00 Heimburg Tops Buhr For Another Career Win
16:30 MPO Strokes Gained Analysis, Zachary Nash
25:15 Handley Continues FPO Carousel, Strokes Gained
36:45 Zachary Smith & The Paul McBeth Foundation
47:00 Throw for More Fundraiser, Upcoming Projects
58:30 Growing Disc Golf, Final OTB Open Thoughts
1:05:30 #Pursewatch, Picks Recap, Advertising
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield have a rare double interview show, where they talk to Paul Ulibarri after his first-ever DGPT win at the Open at Austin before chatting with The Seans (Sean Jack and Shawn Mercy), the TDs of the OTB Open. They get you their OTB Open picks as well!
0:00 College Ultimate Frisbee Championships
8:00 Paul Ulibarri on His Long Awaited Win
20:15 Career Ebb & Flow, Course Design, Community Support
32:30 Reactions to Uli, Masters Cup Recap
38:30 Shawn & Sean on OTB
52:30 Building a Culture, Ticket Sales, The West Coast Swing
1:08:30 Reactions to the Shaw(ea)ns, OTB Open Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in past co-hosts Steve Hill and Jamie Thomas for a special 10 year anniversary show, looking back on a decade of the Upshot. They talk about the biggest stories, the controversies, the nicknames, and a whole lot more.
0:00 Origins, Evolutions, & Eras
24:45 COVID, McBeth, The Holy Shot
42:30 Professionalisation, Community, Memorable Segments
58:15 Notable Beefs, Nicknames, & The Future
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap a thrilling Barbasol Open at Austin, the first DGPT+ event of the season. From Uli's return to the top of an Elite Series for the first time in 15 years to Ohn's continued excellence, they break down the tournament from multiple angles.
0:00 Open at Austin Recap: Ulibarri's Record Setting Win
19:00 Is Ohn Scoggins the Best in FPO?
26:15 DGPT Standings, May Ratings Update, Prodigy's Nerf Collab
40:45 Open At Austin: #Pursewatch, Picks Recap, Spectator Report
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield open up some listener mail about Texas tournaments, talk about Nate Heinold's impending departure from the PDGA Board, and more. Then they discuss this weekend's Open at Austin, the first DGPT+ event of the season, and make their picks!
0:00 Random Sports Chatter
5:15 Mailbag! Austin & Waco on Tour
14:45 Iran War Impacts, Heinold Stepping Down
31:30 Open At Austin Preview, Hole 18 Changes
41:00 Prior History & Podium Favorites
53:30 Open At Austin Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with Trash Panda founder Jesse Steadman about the all-recycled plastic disc manufacturer and its amazing growth since 2020. They also discuss Waco, the first Jomez tour stop.
0:00 Jesse Steadman on the Origins of Trash Panda
12:00 Challenges in Disc Manufacturing, Plastic Cost
22:30 The Crocs Partnership Explained
29:00 The Disc Recycling Program, Growth Trajectory
45:30 Reactions to Steadman
49:15 Waco Recap & JomezPro Coverage
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield wrap up the discussion of the Kansas City Wide Open, including Eveliina Salonen's big comeback, Cole Redalen's first win of 2026, the weather controversy, and TIME EXTENSIONS. Then they buy, sell, and hold player stocks after more than a quarter of the season.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the Jonesboro Open, including Henna's first-ever Tour win, before diving into some disc golf drama. Then they preview the Kansas City Wide Open with surprise guest Casey White!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield open up some listener mail about the Champions Cup and time violations before interviewing New Zealander Levi Stout about his upcoming tour. He gets started at Jonesboro Open, which the guys get you ready for (and make their picks).
0:00 Mailbag: Marshals & Rules, Spectator Report
19:45 Champions Cup Course, Kristin Lätt Rumors
27:00 Levi Stout Joins the Show & the DGPT Tour
38:30 Preparing for Jonesboro, Tour Fandom
48:00 Next Stretch of the Tour, Player Rankings
52:15 Jonesboro Open Preview & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the Champions Cup, the first major of the 2026 season! From Finland's dominance to Silva's comeback to time extensions, they discuss the tournament at length. Plus, an interview with the first-ever Finnish MPO Major winner Niklas Anttila!
0:00 Saarinen's Remarkable Comeback Over Blomroos
14:15 Handley, Emerging Talents, Other FPO Notes
24:30 Anttila Outlasts Buhr's Hot Round, Notable Results
43:30 Niklas Anttila Joins, Thoughts on Winning
53:15 Key Moments, Managing Travel, Upcoming Events
1:06:00 Euro Rising, Hole 1 Design
1:18:45 Pace of Play & Time Violations
1:28:00 Future of the Course, #Pursewatch, Fantasy Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the first major of the season: the PDGA Champions Cup! They talk the course, the top players, historical performances, and more. Two-time Champ Cup winner Isaac Robinson joins the pod as well!
0:00 Champions Cup Preview, Key Injuries
14:00 Isaac Robinson on the First Major, Early DGPT Schedule
23:00 Preparation & Field Work, Early MPO Race, Look Ahead
36:00 Isaac vs Gannon, FPO Favorites
47:30 Feature Cards, New London Course & Caddy Book
56:30 Champions Cup Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the news out of the International Disc Golf Center before opening up some listener mail. Plus a fresh batch of takes for Reel Me In or Cut Me Loose!
0:00 New Course at IDGC, Gurthie's Record
11:15 Mailbag: Buhr's Time, Course Criticism, Champions Cup
35:15 Reel or Cut: Buhr's 2026, Saarinen & Steen, New Rules
44:30 Evan Smith, Major Winners, DGPT Schedule
56:45 Nix Buhr & Heimburg, Putting Courses
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the Queen City Classic in both divisions, discuss Jessica Gurthie's first win in 8 years, and break down just how amazing Gannon Buhr has been to start his professional career. Plus: trivia, #PurseWatch, and picks.
0:00 Buhr Climbing the Career Leaderboards
17:00 GOAT Conversation, Other MPO Storylines
24:15 FPO's Final Round Drama, Gurthie's Emotional Win
35:00 Handley's Struggles, Mixed European Results
47:00 Trivia, #Pursewatch, Picks Recap
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the Queen City Classic at Hornet's Nest in Charlotte, the third stop on the DGPT this season. Brian Earhart, a Charlotte local, stops by to talk about the course and what to expect. Plus: new time extension rules in the playoffs, and of course picks!
0:00 Josh Joins BYU's Disc Golf Team
6:15 Brian Earhart On Hornet's Nest
15:45 Spectator Experience, Who Could Win?
24:00 Jump Putting Rule, Season Overview
38:15 Time Extension Rule, Queen City Classic Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take a ton of listener mail about the Big Easy Open before diving into a conversation with UDisc Marketing Manager (and former Upshot host) Steve Hill about the 2026 UDisc Growth Report.
0:00 Mailbag: Ricky & Rules, Marshal Minimums
16:40 Self-Officiation, Are Rounds Too Long?
35:15 Stats, Hole Difficulty, Ricky's Scrambling
49:30 Steve Hill on UDisc Growth Report
58:20 Short Courses, Pickleball, Advocacy
1:14:45 UDisc & PDGA, UDiscLive Data
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the Big Easy Open and welcome in Gannon Buhr to discuss his epic comeback win over Ricky Wysocki. The guys also tackle the rules controversies from the weekend and share thoughts on the course.
0:00 Ricky's Impressive Round 2
9:00 Key Moments of the Final Round, Buhr Finishes Strong
20:00 Rules Controversies
44:45 Gannon Buhr Interview
51:30 What Happened on 16 & the Playoff?
1:05:15 Big Easy Course Reaction
1:14:00 Holyn Cruises, Fajkus, Notable Leaderboard Names
1:25:00 Final Thoughts, #Pursewatch & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield interview Louisiana native Silas Schultz ahead of the first-ever DGPT event in the state. They get you ready for the Big Easy Open and make their picks. Plus some A-Tier roundup and more in a 30 Second Rule segment.
0:00 Silas Schultz Interview
11:40 Difficulty of the Big Easy Course
26:00 Transition to MVP, Beef with Gibson, Over/Under
43:30 Big Easy Open Preview
52:15 30 Second Rule: AWSN, Purchasing Trends, A-Tiers
1:06:10 Big Easy Open Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you a double interview this episode! First they talk with Swedish star curler Oskar Eriksson about his disc golf passion (and the controversy at this year's Winter Olympics). Then they talk with the Big Easy Open course designer John Houck about the brand new Grand Cypress Bayou track.
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0:00 Introduction
4:00 Oskar Eriksson on Disc Golf & Curling
11:00 Performance & Controversey at the Olympics
23:40 Self Officiated Sports & Favorite Discs
30:45 John Houck on the Big Easy Course, Design Philosophy
48:15 Best Holes, Unique Tee Pads, Course Comparisons
1:04:15 Reactions to the Interviews
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the 2026 Supreme Flight Open and the start of the Disc Golf Pro Tour season! And, as is tradition, they overreact to everything they saw in weekend #1.
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0:00 Overreactions: Wysocki, Buhr, Best Course
16:45 Overreactions: Scoggins, Handley, Chocek
34:00 Overreactions: Time Violations, Heinold, Euro FPO
50:00 SFO Picks Recap & #Pursewatch
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield preview the first DGPT event of the 2026 season: the Supreme Flight Open! They also chat with TD Nate Heinold about the event, this year's Worlds, and more. New picks rules are also unveiled and the guys pick their podiums for the season opener.
0:00 Powerball Cup, Supreme Flight Open Primer
15:00 Nate Heinold on SFO, RFID Wristbands
24:30 Ticket Sales, 2028 Worlds Bid, SFO Predictions
36:00 Upshot Picks Rules & SFO Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield tackle listener questions in a big preseason mailbag show before the 2026 Tour starts on Friday!
0:00 New Timing Rules, Preseason 90/50/10s
19:30 European Wins, Full Leaderboards
31:00 Trash Panda, Ace Runs, Growing Disc Golf
47:15 Plant Bunkers, Agents & Contracts
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield preview the 2026 professional disc golf season! They break down the basics, talk top players, predict the major winners, and tackle a slew of over/unders.
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0:00 Trivia this Sunday!
4:45 2026 DGPT Season Structure
21:20 Key Players to Watch
38:00 Previewing the Majors
58:00 Major Predictions
1:08:45 Over/Unders
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome back Dan Prentice for this year's Fantasy Draft! Gannon Buhr is obviously going #1 overall, but how do the guys figure it out from there? See how the guys built their teams
0:00 Winter Olympics Controversy
8:15 Fantasy Draft Rules
16:30 Rounds 1-3: The Clear Choices
38:00 Rounds 4-6: The Make or Break
1:01:00 Round 7-10: The Spray and Pray Picks
1:34:20 Post-Draft Rapid Reactions
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield catch up on some reader comments, interesting charts, and other news before welcoming in Seppo Paju to talk about his departure from Prodigy and from distributing Prodigy discs in Europe as well as what's next for him. Can't miss interview!
0:00 Mini Mailbag: Winter Olympics, Powergrip Sales
10:40 Top Lefties, Smugglers Sale, Gossage
21:00 Top MPO Sponsors, Temali, RPM Discs
31:30 Seppo Paju on Leaving Prodigy
41:00 Future in DG, 2025 Worlds, Favorite New Disc
57:00 Who Who Paju Be Working With?
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield rank the top 10 manufacturer offseasons for player signings (let's be honest, mostly re-signings). They also chat Memorial, Olympics, and Super Bowl.
0:00 Winter Olympics, UW's Live Trivia Event
7:20 Top Offseasons: The Truly Bad Tier
12:30 The Just Fine Tier
22:00 The What?, Boring, & Wild Tiers
32:30 Top 2 Best Offseasons
39:30 Memorial Championship Recap
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss various elite series and major records, streaks, and achievements, and the likelihood that they get surpassed in 2026
0:00 Super Bowl Picks
5:30 Broken Records: Wins & Ratings
16:00 Broken Records: Earnings & All Time Cash
31:00 Broken Records: Round & Event Ratings
42:45 Wild Streaks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the 2026 Disc Golf Pro Tour points structure and All-Star plans before jumping into an interview with Aaron Gossage about his new MVP deal, his ending with Discraft, his 2025 season, his goals for 2026, and more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield interview the guys behind the FAR/Ultiworld DG Fandom Survey, now in its fourth year. They talk about the most popular players, the notable 2025 trends, and more. Josh and Charlie also discuss Upshot fans' favorites compared to the general population. And don't miss the 30 Second Rule to catch you up on the latest.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the latest MVP offseason sponsorship signings of Aaron Gossage and Silas Schultz as well as a surprise drop of Joey Temali. Then they welcome in Dynamic Discs Brand Manager Bobby Brown for a wide-ranging interview about the past and future of DD.
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Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss a variety of topics, including the latest sponsorship updates, disc golf search trends, and the top-rated lefty before diving into the stat leaders of the 2025 season. Plus: 2028 Worlds location gets announced.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield make some predictions for 2026 at the 90%, 50%, and 10% confidence intervals. They also catch up on the latest news in their 30 Second Rule segment.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the news that Powerball has become the presenting sponsor of the Disc Golf Pro Tour, with a season-long promotion along with the renaming of the DGPT Championships to the Powerball Cup. DGPT CEO Jeff Spring and Powerball Director of Marketing Jay Finks come on the show to discuss the news before Charlie and Josh share their thoughts.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss all the latest news from the offseason so far. Despite a quiet sponsorship market, there's still plenty to talk about, including a Disc Golf Network shakeup and the overall health of the sport.
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Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get back in the podcast booth after a month away to chat about the latest news in a quiet offseason so far. Charlie catches Josh up after his media blackout during law school finals.
0:00 Top 9 Offseason Stories
3:20 Sexton's Extension, PDGA & UDisc, Mertsch on Probation
10:00 DGPT Awards Announced
18:30 European Open Returns, Most Watched DGN Events
25:15 Top Fandom Scores
31:20 Gossage Out
37:00 Lätt Joins DGN Booth
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield present the 2025 Upshot Awards! From Player of the Year to the Best Round of the Season, we hand out awards to the best of the sport. And make sure to become a subscriber to catch The Sheddies -- the worst of the year!
Charlie Eisenhood, Josh Mansfield, and Dan Prentice talk about the strangest, funniest, and wackiest moments from the 2025 season in their annual gaffes and weird stuff bracket.
0:00 Introduction, Honorable Mentions
7:45 Round of 16 Matchups
43:30 Crowning A Champion
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome back Dan Prentice to run down the 2025 Storylines of the Year in their annual bracket! Which stories were the biggest of the year? Which ultimately fell flat? It's a trip down memory lane from a big year in disc golf.
0:00 First Round Matchups 1-4
26:00 First Round Matchups 5-8
47:30 Quarters & Semis Matchups
1:06:00 The Top Storyline
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield field offseason questions on the JomezPro Series, Eagle's sponsorship status, a DGPT Championship spectator report, and which FPO player has the best on-course "weapon". Plus, they pick their dream card of pros to play with!
0:00 Cash vs Cut Line, JomezPro Series
11:00 Dream Card, Spectator Report, Gannon Buhr
24:00 FPO Weapons, MVP Discs, Eagle
43:00 Lead Card Struggles, DGPT Sponsorships
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with Discmania Brand Manager Teemu Nissinen about the changes at the company post-COVID and post-House of Discs acquisition. They also discuss the new Premier line and whether the disc modifications make a difference -- or are just hype.
0:00 State of Business, Post-COVID Contraction, Core Identity
16:15 New Premier Series Design, Pro Reactions
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome back Dan Prentice to recap their 2025 fantasy season, looking back at the draft in retrospect, the best and worst picks, and more.
0:00 Fantasy Draft Recap
21:10 Too Early 2026 Predictions
24:20 Age vs Performance in FPO
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the DGPT Match Play Championships before turning to a discussion of current players' potential Hall of Fame candidacies -- who's in? Who's out? Who will eventually get there?
0:00 Match Play Recap
17:40 Growing Disc Golf with Young Fans
29:30 Hall of Fame: Induction Criteria
35:30 MPO: Locks, Question Marks, Young Prospects
50:00 FPO: Locks, Question Marks, Young Prospects
Fandom Survey
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield preview the 2025 DGPT Match Play Championships, looking at the matchups, the players' history at Hornet's Nest, and the competition structure. They, of course, make their picks as well!
0:00 Match Play Preview & Charity Idea
9:00 FPO Match Play Breakdown
27:00 MPO Match Play Breakdown
39:00 Final Thoughts
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the biggest topics they're watching in this offseason, including Europe's growth and the hot (or cold?) stove. They also talk with Discraft General Manager Bob Julio about Team Discraft, their sales strategies, Europe, competition in the industry, and more.
0:00 Top 5 Offseason Storylines #5-3
23:15 Bob Julio on Player Sponsorships
32:50 Discraft Sales Growth, European Strategy
40:00 Disc Innovations, Climo, Flight Rings!
48:00 AI Policy, Contract Players
53:30 Top 2 Offseason Storylines
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield go through their DGPT award ballots and look at the numbers to help make decisions about their votes. From Player of the Year to Most Improved, the guys run down their thought process.
0:00 Introduction & Tour Retirements
11:10 Player of the Year
33:20 Rookie of the Year
48:20 Comeback Player of the Year
53:50 Most Improved
1:03:25 All-Stars
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the DGPT Championship before talking with both champions, Calvin Heimburg and Holyn Handley.
0:00 Drama at the DGPT Championship!
12:00 Hole 14, Gossage, & Time Warnings
23:00 Managing Tough Breaks
31:00 Calvin Heimburg Interview
53:20 Holyn Handley Interview
1:16:15 #Pursewatch & Picks Round Up
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the 2025 USDGC and Throw Pink WDGC after a fascinating weekend in Rock Hill. They talk about where Anthony Barela and Missy Gannon stand in the landscape of pro disc golf before previewing the DGPT Championship coming up this weekend.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the United States Disc Golf Championship and Throw Pink, the last major (and major-adjacent) tournament of the year! They rank players in their Win/Cash/Cut segment and also make their official picks with double points on the line.
0:00 USDGC & Throw Pink Course Changes
17:40 Notes & Stories from Qualifiers
27:00 Recent Winners: Can They Do It Again?
33:40 Win/Cash/Cut
56:30 USDGC & Throw Pink Picks
In a jam-packed episode, Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the MVP Open, Missy Gannon's move to #1 in the world, and the conclusion to the DGPT points series. Then they're joined by MVP Open champion Cole Redalen to discuss his return to the top of the podium after battling injuries for more than a year. With some breaking news about the Tour Championship, they talk who got in, the starting stroke changes, and the purse.
0:00 MVP Open Recap
19:45 Cole Redalen Interview
35:30 2023 Worlds Lessons, Tournament Flow, Success at USDGC
59:30 Tour Championship Fields
1:13:45 #Pursewatch, Waning USDGC Interest, MVP Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the Green Mountain Championship before welcoming in GMC champion Paige Pierce for an interview. Then they get you ready for the second leg of the DGPT playoffs at the MVP Open at Maple Hill!
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Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss Kristin Lätt's decision to step away from touring and the implications on her career, the industry, and more. Then Steve Dodge joins the pod to talk about the DGPT playoffs and the MVP Open. The guys wrap up by talking the Green Mountain Championships and making their picks.
0:00 Introduction
6:40 Krtistin Lätt's Surprise Announcement
30:45 Impact on FPO & Sponsors
48:30 Steve Dodge on Playoff Changes
59:44 MVP Open & Maple Hill
1:13:00 Lätt's Retirement, Fluky Maple Hill, Picks
1:21:45 GMC Preview & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield predict where the 2028 PDGA Pro World Championships and 2027 European majors will be held before diving into a big 30 Second Rule segment.
0:00 2028 Worlds Location Prediction
16:20 2027 European Major Prediction
22:00 30 Second Rule: WR Jackson, TD Rating, Throw For More
32:40 Lätt & Too Early Contract Watch
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Discraft Great Lakes Open and the ratings update before welcoming in DGLO champ Missy Gannon to talk about her career, legacy, and of course this weekend's win. Then they talk about Gannon's season and how it compares to last year's historic effort. Plus #PurseWatch and Picks!
0:00 DGLO Recap & Ratings Update
11:20 Buhr's Clutch Factor
17:30 Gannon, Handley, & Saarinen
25:25 Missy Gannon Interview
35:10 Late Season Success, '26 Worlds, World Games
53:00 Playoff Excitement, Championship Format, New Contract
1:01:00 Missy Gannon's Legacy
1:09:45 Pound for Pound: Gannon Buhr
1:17:45 Trivia Question & DGLO #Pursewatch & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take some listener mail and get in a 30 Second Rule segment alongside a preview of the next DGPT+ event, the Discraft Great Lakes Open.
0:00 Mailbag!
26:40 McBeth Flashback & DGLO Preview
37:50 DGLO Picks
41:45 30 Second Rule: Mäkelä, Discraft, Josh's Clout
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the 2026 professional disc golf schedule with Disc Golf Pro Tour CEO Jeff Spring and share their thoughts on the outline of next year's tour.
0:00 Jeff Spring On the 2026 Schedule
15:30 Majors Bids, JomezPro Series
26:00 Slow Start, Playoffs, Tour Changes
36:45 Worlds TV Ratings, DGN Subscribers, Industry State
45:45 Changes at GMC
54:45 Reactions to 2026 Pro Tour Schedule
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the LWS Open at Idlewild and Paul McBeth's first win in more than two years. Then Paul joins the show to discuss his victory before the guys talk about Ohn Scoggins' hot streak and where she stands in the FPO Player of the Year race.
0:00 McBeth's Idlewild Win & Legacy
13:50 The Final Round, Redalen, & More
21:50 Paul McBeth Joins the Show
31:30 Basket Design, Euro Growth, & His Game
42:20 Pro Tour, Playoff Structure, Disc Sales
1:02:20 Scoggins Wins Another, FPO POTY Race
1:21:45 #Pursewatch & Picks Recap
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss some happenings in pro golf that could help the DGPT think about their postseason before getting you ready for Idlewild, one of the longest standing events on tour.
0:00 Open at Idlewild
4:00 How to Make the Tour Championship Matter?
13:15 New Playoff Rules & Formats
25:15 #Pursewatch, Idlewild Preview
32:20 Ledgestone Recap & Idlewild Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the Ledgestone Open and then play 'What's On Your Mind?', a new segment.
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Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk World Games and a bit of Turku before welcoming in Nate Heinold to discuss the Ledgestone Open, the disc golf industry, and more. Then the guys discuss the latest ratings update and the FAR Fandom Survey, then make their Ledgestone picks.
0:00 World Games & Turku Discussion
13:15 August Ratings Update
22:45 Nate Heinold on Ledgestone
32:40 State of DG, Board Elections, EDGF Contract
47:20 '26 Worlds, Ledgestone Courses & Notes
54:30 Ledgestone Preview
1:05:40 Ledgestone Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield are joined by Brian Earhart to start the show to discuss more about the World Championships, the European summer, and then the upcoming World Games. Brian talks about his experience so far in China, what the course is like, and what we can expect from the broadcast. The guys then talk a bit more about some of the other storylines from Worlds and make their picks for both Turku and the World Games.
0:00 Brian Earhart on Worlds & International Growth
20:00 World Games Format, Course, & Broadcast Preview
40:30 Who Could Win World Games? & Fan Experience
53:30 Worlds Ratings Differentials & Performances
1:12:15 World Games and Turku Open Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the 2025 Disc Golf World Championships and as sit down with the recently crowned MPO Champion, Gannon Buhr!
Charlie and Josh react to the third round of the 2025 PDGA Pro World Championships live in the UWDG Discord.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down everything you need to know for the start of the 2025 PDGA Pro World Championships, including the Beast and the Monster and an innovative caddie book. They look at Coolbet's betting odds, who has had the most recent success at Nokia, and the most exciting potential storyline before making their picks!
0:00 Worlds Week, Tee Times, Feature Cards
9:45 Course Breakdown: Beast & Monster
24:20 Fever Pitch of Excitement
35:25 MPO Betting Odds & Favorites
52:50 FPO Betting Odds & Favorites
1:02:00 Most Exciting Potential Storyline & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in Matthias Vutt once again to discuss Josh's time in Estonia, the European Disc Golf Festival, the future of EDGF, and more. Josh talks about his favorite foods, the travel in Tallinn, and the local culture.
0:00 EDGF: Spectator Experience, Successes & Challenges
14:00 Growth Potential, Feedback on the Course
29:00 Experiencing Estonia, Top Places & Food
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in Calvin Heimburg to talk about his victory at the European Disc Golf Festival, the first major title of his career. They also chat with Vinny about the upcoming World Championships and his preparation. Later, they look at some of the biggest storylines coming into Worlds.
0:00 Introduction
4:15 Calvin Heimburg Interview, Final Round of EDGF
13:00 Tallinn Course, Spectators, Prepping for Worlds
19:40 Shotmaking, Inward Focus, Avoiding OB
28:30 Winning At Tampere& the Beast, Card Preference
35:30 Reflections on Vermont Worlds
38:40 Reactions to Heimburg
42:15 Which MPO Player Needs Worlds the Most?
53:30 International Representation, Potential Era Shift in FPO?
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the European Disc Golf Festival and the first-time major wins for both Calvin Heimburg and Silva Saarinen. They look at the moments that defined the tournament, Isaac Robinson's outstanding majors performances, Kristin's putting disaster, and more. Plus: #PurseWatch and picks!
0:00 EDGF Recap: Heimburg Wins a Major!
9:30 Key Moments in MPO
24:20 Calvin's Rise From the Shed to Glory
39:45 Saarinen Tops Lätt For First Major
54:20 Saarinen's Rise
1:05:00 Mailbag: Clutch Gene, European Majors
1:13:00 Does Salonen Have a Career Grand Slam?
1:15:20 EDGF Picks & #Pursewatch
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the next Major championship of the season: the European Disc Golf Festival. It's the first Major in Estonia, and it's an attackable course for most of the tour. How will Ricky Wysocki fare after shooting the third-highest rated round of all time here last year en route to a win? Can Kristin Lätt play through the pain in her now-confirmed broken toe? Those stories, plus picks, on today's show.
0:00 EDGF Preview & Superstar Challenge
12:00 Notable Course Changes
19:15 MPO Preview & Picks
32:40 Update on Kristin Lätt
38:40 FPO Preview & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood talks to Josh Mansfield in Estonia this week! Josh is on site for the two European majors. Today, they discuss the Krokhol Open, including Ben Callaway's first career Elite Series win and Kristin Lätt's putting woes. Then they welcome back Dan Prentice to catch up on their preseason draft and make their waiver wire picks as they head into the back half of the season.
0:00 Impressions of Estonia & EDGF
8:15 Krokhol Open Recap: Handley & Lätt
18:30 Krokhol Open Recap: Callaway
27:30 Dan Prentice & A Mid-Season Fantasy Update
37:30 Mid-Season Waiver Wire Picks
1:06:00 Superstar Challenge Teams
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield run down the latest ratings update before talking with Estonia Disc Golf Director of Operations (and former Kristin Lätt manager) Matthias Vutt about the upcoming European Disc Golf Festival. Then they talk about Krokhol Open this weekend on the DGPT (#1 course in the world!) and make their picks.
0:00 Ratings Update & McBeth's Future
17:10 Matthias Vutt On DG & the Estonian Government
27:40 Conditions & Spectator Activities at Tallinn, Course #2
40:30 Dealing with the PDGA, Ticket Sales & Growth
53:00 Importance of the Tallinn Song Festival to Estonia
56:30 Thoughts on Vutt, Innova's Take on USWDGC Trophy
1:01:30 Krokhol Open Preview
1:06:30 Krokhol Open Picks
The Upshot is back after a vacation! Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield catch up on some exciting tournaments and talk about the WADA drug testing protocols coming up at Worlds. Plus, they interview the new MP40 world champion Paul Oman after his thrilling playoff win over the weekend.
0:00 Discmania Recap
15:10 PCS Open Recap
33:45 Drug Testing in Disc Golf
46:45 Paul Oman Interview
58:10 Playoff Pressure, Payout, #1 Rank
1:10:30 Commentary, Picks, & #Pursewatch Recap
Josh and Charlie check in from around the world to talk USWDGC, Eveliina Salonen, European disc golf, World Games teams, and more! Charlie's Mom stops in after attending the final round of USWDGC to give her thoughts on attending a pro disc golf event and what she -- a normie sports fan -- thought about it.
0:00 USWDGC Recap, Salonen & the Podium
27:20 More USWDGC Storylines
36:30 Salonen's Spot Amongst the FPO Elite
44:30 Charlie's Mom on USWDGC
1:02:00 European DG Check In
1:09:30 World Games Lineup Reveal
1:14:45 Discmania Challenge Preview & Picks
1:26:15 USWDGC Trophy Controversy
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the 2025 US Women's Disc Golf Championships! It's the first of three FPO majors over the next six weeks. With the level of play at an all-time high, it should be a thrilling weekend of disc golf.
0:00 USWDGC Preview
25:15 USWDGC Picks
Charlie Eisenhood welcomes in Esa-Pekka Tupala, the DGN play-by-play commentator from Europe, to talk European disc golf, Silva and Gannon at The Preserve, who to watch on the Euro swing, and more.
0:00 Introduction
5:00 Esa-Pekka Tupala on European DG
17:00 Saarinen, Anttila, & The Euro Tour
21:00 European Players to Watch
29:20: Over/Under, Buhr vs Anttila
34:40 Are European Courses Better? & Predictions
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield revisit their 2022 draft of players under 26 years old and then make a fresh round of picks near the midway point of the 2025 season. Then they get you ready for this weekend's DGPT stop in Minnesota, the Preserve Championship, complete with a Simon Line sponsorship.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the Ale Open, including Silva's first-ever win with Kristin in the field and another Niklas clutch final round. Then they dive into the mailbag, starting off with the question, "Is Josh a hack?"
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with Holyn Handley about her sparkling 2025 season and win at the NWDGC, her trajectory on tour, and what she still wants to improve in her game. They also get you ready for the Ale Open, the next European DGPT stop on one of the world's best courses.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the Northwest Disc Golf Championship, talk about AB's hole 18, look at Gannon & Holyn stats, and discuss some of the most interesting storylines from the weekend.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the Konopiste Open before talking with the PDGA's Mike Sullivan about the proposed changes to the 2026 rules, including several pro-focused alterations. Then they get your ready for the Northwest Disc Golf Championships along with their picks!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the top 5 stories of the Cascade Challenge before turning their attention to the next phase of the season, including the European swing. They make their picks for the Konopiste Open and talk about who might win this stretch of the tour.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield decide whether to buy, sell, or hold players' stocks after the first leg of the 2025 season. Then they preview the Cascade Challenge and make their picks!
0:00 Cascades Challenge This Weekend
4:50 Stock Up/Down - Lätt, Buhr
15:25 Stock Up/Down - Wysocki, Heimburg
26:35: Stock Up/Down - Missy, Isaac Robinson, & More
47:00 Match Play Group Results
49:00 Cascades Challenge Preview
53:30 Cascades Challenge Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield do their own version of mailbag where each of them brings up topics they've been thinking about without prepping the other guy beforehand. It's a fun, wide-ranging episode!
0:00 Upcoming Tournaments, Disc Golf Video Game
12:30 De'Anthony Thomas, House of Discs, Creators Challenge
28:45 PDGA Membership, May Ratings, Recent Event Recaps
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in PDGA Executive Director Doug Bjerkaas before opening up mail about Champions Cup, marshals, foot faults, and more. Plus the Pound Royale with Cheese winner is announced!
0:00 Big Money Swagger
7:20 PDGA's Doug Bjerkaas
10:40 Champions Cup, Marshals, Foot Faults
25:35 Estonia, Throw Pink, Juniors, World Games
44:00 Reactions to Bjerkaas, PDGA Rankings Update
56:00 Mailbag!, Champions Cup Course
1:02:00 Foot Fault & Marshal Amendments
1:19:10 Forehands, Injuries, Playoffs!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the 2025 PDGA Champions Cup and talk about the excellence of Isaac Robinson and Missy Gannon. They also dig into the highly controversial foot fault ruling against Kristin Lätt from the PDGA marshal on hole 16 in the final round. Make sure not to miss their four rapid reax episodes from the weekend as well with an Ultiworld Disc Golf subscription.
0:00 Isaac Robinson Bags Another Major
16:15 MPO Shoutouts & Sheddies
30:20 Big Money Missy Strikes Again
43:30 The Foot Fault
1:02:00 Hole 18, #Pursewatch, Picks Recap
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down everything that happened on day 1 at the Champions Cup, including strong starts from Paul McBeth and Silva Saarinen as well as picking their dawgs of the day.
Charlie Eisenhood rides solo this week to get you ready for the Champions Cup! He interviews Sean Jack and Shawn Mercy, the co-TDs of the year's first Major, and then talks the course, breaks down Calvin Heimburg's Majors performance, and makes his picks.
0:00 Sean & Shawn on Champions Cup, Revenue
8:15 Course Design & Alternate Pin Locations, Holes 1 & 12
20:00 Spectator Experience, Collaboration with PDGA
32:30 Hole 16 Breakdown, Presidents Cup
39:00 Final Thoughts on Champions Cup
31:00 Pound for Pound: Heimburg vs Heimburg
51:25 Presidents Cup Preview
55:00 Champions Cup Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield interview Jussi Meresmaa about the 2025 PDGA Pro World Championships, ticket sales, the scope of the event, the growth of European disc golf, Discmania, and more. They also discuss the news out of Estonia, where the European Disc Golf Festival will return as a Major in 2026 and 2028 and then host the World Championships in 2029 in a four-year agreement with the PDGA.
0:00 Jussi Meresmaa & 2025 Worlds
12:45 Changes to the Beast
21:45 Estonia Worlds & Future of European Open
31:15 Future of DG in Europe vs the US
36:30 Worlds Sponsorships & Finances
42:20 DG World Tour, Media Coverage, Building Momentum
49:50 Discmania, State of the Industry
58:00 Unique Features at Worlds, Evolution of FPO in Europe
1:11:00 Thoughts on 2025 Worlds
1:14:15 Estonia's Multi-Year Deal with the PDGA
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the newest DGPT stop, the Kansas City Wide Open. Is Gannon all the way back?
Plus: Cadence Burge stops by for an interview!
0:00 Josh's Life Update!
3:00 Handley Handles FPO
12:25 Buhr's Course Record at KCWO
20:30 What's up with McBeth?
27:45 Cadence Burge Interview
37:30 2025 Expectations, Career Projections
47:30 Training & Improvements, Getting into Disc Golf
1:01:00 Josh's Searing Take on Junior Worlds
1:06:00 #Pursewatch, Course & Picks Recap
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk taxes, The Masters, Eagle's Crossing, USDGC, and plenty more in the Mailbag before diving into the Kansas City Wide Open preview and picks.
0:00 Lätt's Merch Line
7:45 The Masters, Is Disc Golf Easier?
20:45 Eagles Crossing, USDGC, Silence
35:30 Finding DG's Roots
45:30 KCWO Preview
57:20 KCWO Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield shout out the champions of the Collegiate Disc Golf Championships and talk torpedo bats before breaking down how the USDGC can be more like The Masters. They also discuss Abigail Wilson's protest at the Music City Open.
0:00 Eagles Crossing, Future of Discs
13:00 College Championships
17:15 How can USDGC be like the Masters?
37:00 Abigail Wilson's Protest
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the Music City Open and give green/yellow/red lights to players after the weekend. They're also joined by Grant Zellner, who walked every lead card round in Nashville, to discuss the event. Plus: Kristin to 1003 rated, picks, #PurseWatch, and more!
0:00 MCO MPO Green, Yellow, Red Lights
18:30 MCO FPO Green, Yellow, Red Lights
34:45 Grant Zellner Interview
44:00 FPO's MCO Drama & Lätt's New Peak
55:00 Anttila Back-to-Back, Hole 15, Turner's Podium
1:07:45 Mill Ridge, Final Thoughts
1:18:30 April Ratings, MCO Picks
1:25:00 Cut Line, Mint Mulligan
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the news that legal betting on disc golf has arrived in North America, what it could mean for the sport, and the early lines for the Music City Open in a new segment, Caddie Bookie. They also preview the start of the Match Play tournament and get you ready for the Music City Open, where more threepeats are on the line!
0:00 Disc Golf Sports Betting
12:20 Caddie Bookie: Betting Insights
25:55 More on Sprinkle Valley
34:45 DGPT Match Play Championship
44:40 Pound for Pound: Burr vs Barela
49:00 Match Play Predictions & Weather Forecast
59:00 Music City Open Preview
1:10:10 Music City Open Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss good news from Harmony Bends and Stafford Woods before diving into a 2025 season overview (so far). Who's playing well? Who are the statistical leaders so far? You might be surprised! Then the 2025 Austin champ (and Finnish Cowboy himself) Niklas Anttila joins the guys to talk about another win, Europe vs. USA, and more.
0:00 Should Jonesboro be on the Go Throw Tour?
4:00 Harmony Bends, Stafford Woods Updates
12:45 Early Season Overview: Top Performers
24:45 Pound for Pound: Handley vs Lätt
30:40 MPO & FPO Statistical Leaders
44:00 Niklas Anttila Interview
51:10 Disc Golf in Europe
1:00:50 Off-Season Training, Early Season Wins
1:07:00 Max Distance, Handling Pressure, Winning Music City
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the MVP's Open at Austin, the first DGPT+ event of the season. They dive into Niklas Anttila and Holyn Handley's stats before talking through a Hole Spotlight on hole 18 at Sprinkle Valley, the most controversial hole of the past couple of years. Plus some listener email, #PurseWatch, and picks!
0:00 The Finnish Cowboy is Here to Stay
16:00 Is Handley the 2nd best FPO player?
26:10 Hole Spotglight: Sprinkle Valley's 18
45:00 Mailbag!
57:00 #Pursewatch & Picks Recap
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the Waco Annual Charity Open with burning questions about the event. Then they dive into a new segment -- Hole Spotlight -- before doing #PurseWatch and picks. Plus they preview the Open at Austin, the first DGPT+ event of the season!
0:00 Candy Talk
7:30 Waco Recap - Fluky or Wacky?
17:30 Hammes, Heimburg, & Clutch Factor
34:30 FPO vs Lätt, Spotters & OB Strokes
46:00 Does Waco Belong?, Course Records
52:00 All Time Earnings, Hole Spotlight
58:00 #Pursewatch, Picks Recap
1:02:45 Open at Austin Preview
1:09:00 Open at Austin Picks
Charlie EIsenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the Waco Annual Charity Open, the second stop on the DGPT. It's one of the shortest courses on tour, with technical shot making and precise wind reads required. Plus a brand new segment, Pound for Pound!
0:00 Waco Charity Open Preview
11:15 Holes to Watch & Strategic Play
25:00 Pound for Pound: Humphries vs McBeth
31:30 Waco Absences, Betting Odds, & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Go Throw Tour opener before welcoming in Brian Earhart (DGPT/DGN) to talk about the start of the 2025 season. Plus: ratings update day and a new member of the 990 club in FPO!
0:00 Cactus Rock & Go Throw
8:00 Brian Earhart Joins the Show
12:00 Overreactions to Florida Open
15:30 Course Design & Scoring Separation
19:30 Breakout Seasons, The Best Robinson
25:00 Thoughts on Waco, Kristin's Return
35:30 Waco's New Course & Economic Impacts
48:49 Key to Success at the Beast, Picking Winners
55:15 Ratings Updates
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about the new Go Throw Tour that kicks off this weekend before interviewing Supreme Flight Open champion Ezra Robinson about his win and his career so far. Then the guys talk with Cole Hergott, the head strength and conditioning coach at Trinity Western University, about his recent efforts at training disc golfers.
0:00 Go Throw Tour
9:30 Gannon's Health
16:15 Ezra Robinson on Winning SFO
22:15 Rivalry with His Brother Isaac
30:00 Peach Pirate, Team Discraft, SFO's Final Round
39:00 Offseason Development, Switching Sponsors
49:15 Preparing for Waco
55:15 Thoughts on Ezra
1:03:20 Cole Hergott on Training for Disc Golf
1:19:15 Tips for Pros & Ams
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield buy, hold, and sell stuff from the first DGPT event of the 2025 season, the Supreme Flight Open. Plus: they overreact in classic fashion! (And look back at last year's overreactions)
0:00 SFO Recap
3:10 Stock Buys: Winners, DGN
15:45 Stock Holds: Stats, Podium Finishers
23:40 Stock Sells: Backups, Bad Putters
32:30 Disc Golf World Controversy
40:45 Revisiting Last Year's Overreactions
45:45 2025 Overreactions
57:45 #Pursewatch & Scoring Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the start of the 2025 season! They lay down some predictions for the year and preview the Supreme Flight Open, the kickoff event for the DGPT down in Florida.
0:00 Mulligans & 30 Second Rule
9:00 Bold 2025 Predictions
24:00 DGPT Points Changes
29:40 Supreme Flight Open Preview
39:00 New Picks Scoring & SFO Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield look at the biggest stories heading into the 2025 season and then grade the manufacturers' offseasons with the Tour set to start in three days.
0:00 Top 5 Storylines of 2025
21:10 All Star Challenge Preview
31:20 Off-Season Manufacturer Grades
46:20 Manufacturers of Mediocrity
1:02:30 The Best Off-Seasons
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with Supreme Flight Open TD Nate Heinold about the DGPT opener, Ledgestone, his PDGA Board position, 2025 industry outlook, and more. After some A-Tier chatter, they welcome in UDisc Marketing Director Steve Hill to talk about the 2025 Growth Report.
0:00 Introduction
6:00 Nate Heinold
13:00 Tournament Economics
20:15 Addressing Criticisms
26:40 2026 Worlds, Pro Tour Championship
34:10 Developing TDs & Chandler Fry's Retirement
44:00 Shelly Sharpe & Wintertime Open Recaps
52:50 Steve Hill
57:30 UDisc Growth Report, 9 Hole Courses
1:03:20 Economic Impacts & UDisc's Growth
1:15:20 Grassroots Growth, McBeth Foundation
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with DGPT CEO Jeff Spring ahead of the 2025 season about everything from baskets to Europe to the industry downturn. Don't miss more discussion in the subscriber bonus segment Inside The Circle.
0:00 Introduction
4:20 DGPT CEO Jeff Spring
7:30 New Match Play Series
12:45 Financial Stability, Fiscal Outlook
20:00 Adding Equity Partners, Personnel Changes
29:00 Go Throw Series, Portland Worlds
37:45 Ticket Pricing, Statkeeping, Majors
47:15 Basket Standards
58:00 Final Thoughts
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in Drafted podcast host Daniel Prentice to do this year's Fantasy Draft. With a new format and waiver wire rules, how will this year's fantasy play out? And how are the guys thinking about the upcoming season?
0:00 Luka Doncic, Future Worlds Locations
3:00 Fantasy Draft Rules & Pick Order
11:45 Fantasy Draft Picks 1-15
47:15 Fantasy Draft Picks 16-30
1:17:40 Reflections on Fantasy Draft
1:25:00 Fan Survey: Favorite Course, Best Commentator
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield are joined by Seth Fendley (GM, North America, House of Discs), Sean Jack (VP of Partnerships, DGPT), and Levi Wizzingham (Founder, Pound Disc Golf) for a long-form discussion of the state of the disc golf industry heading into 2025. From the pandemic boom to the sales slowdown, it's been a fascinating last 5 years.
1:30 Costs, Inflation, & Outlook for 2025
11:30 Marketing to a Broader Audience
30:00 Factors Driving Player Sponsorships
49:20 Revenue Trends & Projections
1:00:50 The Social Side of DG
1:06:20 House of Discs' Growth Projections
1:10:00 Tariff Impacts on Pricing
1:15:15 Catalysts for Future Growth
1:23:20 International Growth
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about Ricky Wysocki and Kona Montgomery's departures from Dynamic Discs a year early. Then they're joined by new DD signing Evan Smith for a wide-ranging interview in his first appearance on the show.
0:00 Wysocki, Kona gone from DD
19:00 Evan Smith Interview, Putting & Confidence
29:45 His Contract, Ricky's Departure from DD
39:25 Goals, Areas for Improvement
47:00 Most Exciting Card Mates
51:00 Impressions & Marketablity of Evan Smith
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield have a fun back-and-forth topics show with a bit of mail, some sponsorship news, and some actual tournament results to discuss!
0:00 Disc East Expo, NZ Open, Emporia State
11:45 2024 Payouts & Cash Pots in 2025
18:00 Player Sponsorship Updates
24:45 Gannon's Legacy, World Games
34:40 Rules Experiments, Climocast
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down Silva Saarinen’s new MVP contract and talk DGPT All-Star day (and the new postseason plan). Then they sit down with Casey White to discuss his latest Discmania contract and get his thoughts on a tumultuous offseason.
0:00 Silva's Sponsorship
8:10 DGPT All Star Events
14:30 Casey White on His New Contract
22:00 Touring, Media Exposure, & Disc Sales
25:30 Revisiting Champions Cup
41:50 New Contract, Other Offers, House of Discs
51:00 Expectations for 2025, Big Changes to His Bag
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the latest sponsorship news and even get a mid-show breaking news that Gavin Rathbun is signing with Prodigy. They also take mailbag on Climo Disc Golf, Circle 2 putting, disc speed restricted tournaments, and more!
0:00 Memorial Recap
7:45 Sponsorship Updates, Thought Space Athletics
20:30 Mailbag! Climo Disc Lineup
36:45 Disc Limiting Tournaments, Failures at DD
49:50 Ezra Robinson Marketing, C2 is the new C1?
46:15 Rathbun Signing
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the rollout of the Climo Discs brand and the initial reactions online. They also talk about Jeremy "Big Jerm" Koling's new four-year deal with MVP and sit down with Jerm to talk about it.
0:00 Sponsorship Updates, Climo Discs on Sale
18:15 Jeremy Koling on His New Contract
30:50 New Bag, State of the Sport
40:50 Relationship & Future of Jomez
47:00 Thoughts on Big Jerm's Contract
56:50 The Memorial Preview
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in Cale Leiviska to discuss his move to the Discraft Icon Team, leaving Prodigy, selling the Preserve, course design, and more. Then they talk about the rollout of Climo Discs from Discraft and the first three molds going on sale tomorrow.
0:00 Broncos in the Playoffs, TGL Debuts
10:00 Cale Leiviska On Leaving Prodigy
22:10 The Preserve, Courses, State of Industry
30:00 On Course, Discraft, Go Throw Tour
44:15 Bag Changes, Fatherhood, 2025 Goals
57:30 Discraft's Climo Brand
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss Isaac Robinson’s sponsorship signing with Latitude 64 in an interview with the two-time world champion.
0:00 Isaac Robinson to Latitude 64
5:30 Isaac on the New Deal
17:00 A New Bag & A New Contract
24:00 The 2025 Pro Tour, Go Throw Tour
29:00 The Value of Winning Worlds
32:00 Slow Starts, Brother Ezra, New Discs
42:00 Final Thoughts
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the latest sponsorship announcements, including Ezra Robinson signing to Discraft. Then they dig into a former Dynamic Discs employee’s AMA on Reddit and discuss the issues raised.
0:00 Ezra Robinson Signs with Discraft
7:40 DGA, Mint, & Other Signings
20:00 DD's Disgruntled Employee AMA
32:45 Will Ricky Stick with DD?
41:10 Champions Landing's Financial Struggles
46:30 Gibson on the State of the Industry
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield ring in the New Year with a catchup on the latest sponsorship news, including Team Innova for 2025 and more unusual legacy player departures. Then they discuss some of the most interesting charts from the latest Fandom Survey article about the most popular discs.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield are joined by Drafted podcast host Dan Prentice to talk about the weirdest, funniest, and wildest moments from the 2024 season in their annual gaffes and weird stuff bracket. What's the gaffiest moment of the year??
0:00 Honorable Mentions
8:45 Gaffes Bracket Round of 16
50:15 Quarterfinals
1:00:45 Semis & the Champion
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in Jesse Weisz and Josiah Zoodsma of First Available Research to discuss the 2024 Disc Golf Fandom Survey and the trends underlying the sport right now. They dive into popular players and manufacturers, the state of pro disc golf, and some interesting forthcoming info about the most popular discs.
0:00 Ultiworld Mystery Boxes!
8:30 Fandom Survey Results
12:50 Most/Least Popular Pros & Sponsorship Decisions
20:30 Teasing Out Favorite Manufacturers
28:00 Most Liked Discs, Most Remarkable Stat
43:40 Future Goals, How to Grow DG
Check out the fandom survey results at discgolf.ultiworld.com!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about Prodigy’s CEO change and welcome in Will Schusterick to talk about his transition into the role. The guys also discuss the newly announced Go Throw Tour, an A-Tier tournament series that GK Pro (now Go Throw) will film and produce.
0:00 Prodigy's New Direction
14:05 Will Schusterick Interview
20:20 Gannon Buhr & Prodigy's PR Problem
25:45 Industry Slowdown, Resolving Quality Issues
35:40 The Next Stage of Disc Golf Growth
43:20 Being CEO, Prodigy's Horizon
48:30 Prodigy Should Own Their Issues
55:50 GK Pro's Rebrand & Mini Tour
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in Dan Prentice from the Drafted podcast to talk through the biggest storylines of the 2024 season. From Gannon's dominance to the expanding European swing, the guys make their votes and decide the biggest storyline of the season!
0:00 Gannon, MVP, McBeth vs Climo
21:40 Tattar, Finnish Success, Industry Slowdown
38:40 Quarterfinals
52:40 Semifinals
1:00:35 Crowning the Champion
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield interview 1003-rated Trevon Crowe about his tour life, his 2025 outlook, and surviving on the road when not cashing regularly at DGPT events. Then the guys discuss the state of the disc golf market and how things might look different next year.
0:00 Introduction
4:15 Trevon Crowe on Touring
12:05 Contract with MVP, Career Path
22:10 Playing with Cash on the Line, Support from Successful Players
29:30 Balancing Sponsorship Offers, Contract Renewal
39:35 Thoughts on the DGPT
43: 55 Economics of Touring & Future of Sponsorships
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in Jamie Thomas to find out who took down this year's fantasy draft and then look back on the picks, good and bad, along with how things might have played out differently. Plus, a jam-packed 30 Second Rule segment!
0:00 Welcome Back Jamie!
4:40 2024 Fantasy Disc Golf Recap
15:30 Preseason Expectations & Draft Strategies
25:00 2025's Too Early Top Picks & Final Thoughts
32:00 30 Second Rule
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield present the 2024 Upshot Awards! From Player of the Year to the Best Course of the season, we hand out awards to the best of the sport. Plus: Ken Climo leaves Innova - what is he up to? And make sure to become a subscriber to catch The Sheddies -- the worst of the year!
0:00 Climo Leaving Innova
16:00 DGPT Player of the Year
24:20 2024 Upshot Awards: Player Awards
38:00 Business & Media Awards
44:50 Event & Shot Awards
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about the Q-Series finale top finishers and the DGPT Awards so far before diving into a bunch of mail. Then they're joined by the PDGA Senior Director of Product Dion Arlyn to talk about founding Statmando, joining the PDGA, and what's next. Finally: Mike's Mailbag Minute!
0:00 Q Series, DGPT Awards
13:30 Mailbag: Drop Offs, Emerging Talent
32:20 Rebranding Prodigy, Lone Star
49:40 Dion Arlyn Interview
1:00:25 PDGA Stats, Sports Betting, New Features
1:11:30 Mike's Mailbag Minute
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk Q-Series finale, some surprising Worlds 2025 tickets info, and the latest ratings update before transforming into co-commissioners of the Disc Golf Pro Tour and sharing their thoughts on things that they would change.
0:00 Q Series, Ratings Update
16:40 2025 Worlds Tickets
33:20 Reimagining the Pro Tour
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get back into the studio after a week off and catch up on the latest around the disc golf universe, including international competition, media rights, and the PDGA Minute.
0:00 Introduction
5:20 Quiet Free Agency
15:10 Disc Golf Smorgasbord
31:50 PDGA Minute - Equipment Checks, Membership, Pace of Play
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield sit down with House of Discs North American GM Seth Fendley to discuss the state of the disc conglomerate, the slowdown in the disc golf market, the future of the Trilogy brands, and a whole lot more. Plus: Jussi Meresmaa's big payday from selling Discmania.
0:00 Discmania's Valuation
8:10 Seth Fendley Interview
18:20 Market Projections & Morale
25:50 Is House of Discs Good?
31:50 Player Contracts
47:10 Market Share, Pressures, Staffing
56:00 Long Term Strategies, Optimisim
1:04:30 Are Discs Too Expensive?
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield do some disc golf ranked choice voting with a variety of Top 5s, from top new locations for tournaments to the person you'd want putting for you if your life depended on it!
0:00 Top 5 Elections
3:35 If You Could Only Have One Disc..., Players for Commentary
16:30 Top Snacks, Best Host Cities
28:10 Top Backhands, Top Forehands
43:55 30 Second Rule
48:00 Skills to Add, Courses to Host
59:25 Best Events, Top Plastic, Life or Death: Putting
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss their selections for the DGPT End-of-Season awards. They break down the toughest categories, like MPO Most Improved and FPO Player of the Year rankings.
0:00 DGPT Award Votes
4:20 Most Improved Player
11:30 Rookie of the Year
15:50 Comeback Player of the Year
18:05 2nd & 3rd Card All Stars
28:15 Player of the Year
44:50 [Bonus] Tournament of the Year
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the 2024 Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship and look back at the 2024 season that was with some stats. Then they dig into the top 10 most interesting free agents for the offseason.
0:00 Buhr's Comeback Win
7:40 Buhr vs Wysocki: A New Rivalry?
17:30 Grading the DGPT Championship Format
23:00 Big Money Missy Strikes Again
33:20 Season Winner Charts
43:00 #Pursewatch, Trivia Question
50:45 Top 10 Expiring Contracts
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship and set their fork lines (and make their picks). Plus, an extended interview with USDGC champion Gannon Buhr after his historic season.
0:00 DGPT Championship Purse & Location
12:10 Gannon Buhr Interview
22:05 Time Violation Scrutiny & Improvements
29:15 Running the Putt on Hole 17
32:40 Worlds, Scores, Winthrop, Second Best on Tour
42:00 New Baskets
51:00 Discmania, New Putter, Contract Earnings
58:50 DGPT Championship Preview
1:12:30 DPT Championship Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the United States Disc Golf Championship and Throw Pink Women's Disc Golf Championship in today's show. They also compare the best seasons throughout disc golf history after excellent seasons from Gannon Buhr and Kristin Tattar.
0:00 USDGC & Buhr's Mental Edge
11:15 Top 5 MPO Finishers
21:40 Ranking Buhr's Season, Is He a Villain?
32:03 Other USDGC Storylines
39:15 Tattar Back on Top
46:50 Concerns for Top 4 FPO Players
53:50 PDGA on TP Being a Major
1:01:25 USDGC & TP Picks Recap, #Pursewatch
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the United States Disc Golf Championship and the Throw Pink Women's DGC! From past winner stats to the most iconic moments, the guys break down the tournament. Plus, an interview with Event Director Jonathan Poole and blind rankings of multiple USDGC categories!
0:00 USDGC, Throw Pink, & Ratings Update
17:30 Jonathan Poole on the Impacts of Hurricane Helene
24:45 Winthrop Amenity Changes & Ticket Sales
30:20 Future of Throw Pink & What Makes Winthrop Special
42:45 Worlds vs USDGC: Unique Winners
50:15 Statistical Ways to Win at Winthrop
57:20 Blind Rankings
1:17:15 Course Notes & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down who got in to (and who missed out on) this year's DGPT Championship following the playoffs. Then they welcome in Nate Doss to the program to discuss his upcoming appearance at USDGC, his first since 2017.
0:00 Pro Tour Championship Preview
5:00 Starting Scores & Analysis
19:10 Biggest Movers Between '23 & '24
27:10 Nate Doss on Playing at USDGC
39:50 Stories from Rock Hill
47:45 Favorites to Win
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap a wild weekend at the MVP Open, the final stop on the DGPT before the Tour Championship. They also welcome in both champions -- James Proctor and Missy Gannon -- for wide-ranging interviews.
0:00 MVP Open MPO Recap
20:25 James Proctor Interview
33:30 Touring & Plans for the Future
42:45 Caddying During FPO Rounds
48:50 Best Putters on Tour, Tour Level Baskets
58:00 Final Thoughts on Proctor
1:05:20 FPO Recap & Historic Play
1:21:25 Missy Gannon Interview
1:26:00 MVP's Final Round
1:40:18 Stats, Rivalries, Career Earnings
1:50:10 2024 MVP Win, Looking Ahead
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with the PDGA's Mike Sullivan about the new rules for 2025, particularly the key changes following a public comment period. Then they get you ready for the MVP Open and make their picks!
0:00 Steve Dodge & Alternate Disc Golf Histories
7:30 Mike Sullivan & New Rules
14:45 Timeouts Rule, Pace of Play
25:00 Spotters, Self Calls, Disc Modifications, and Mandos
41:30 Final Thoughts on Rules
48:30 MVP Open Preview
56:40 MVP Open Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the leaderboard changes after the Green Mountain Championships before diving into the dominant performance of Gannon Buhr this weekend and over the last month. Is it getting boring to watch? Then they're joined by MVP Open TD Steve Dodge to talk about the final DGPT event before the Tour Championship, including topics like new pin positions, the triple mando covered bridge, VIP tickets, and more.
0:00 GMC Recap & DGPT Standings
13:40 Buhr's Dominant Run
37:30 Steve Dodge Interview
43:40 Maple Hill Course Changes
58:20 Giveaway Challenges, Added Cash
1:02:00 Succeeding as a TD, Charging Volunteers
1:09:20 MVP Open Thoughts & More Course Tweaks
1:20:50 #Pursewatch & Picks Review
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield preview the Disc Golf Pro Tour playoffs and the Green Mountain Championship before bringing in Discgolf.law's Chris Clark to discuss Jonathan Ray and the potential legal fallout for misuse of tournament fees for The Masters at Bud Hill.
After a discussion of the weekend's key A-Tiers and Gannon Buhr's superb performance, Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the challenges facing the disc golf industry in a macro context of outdoor sports also feeling a pinch. Plus: market share data from Infinite Discs and what it could mean for the future.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Discraft Great Lakes Open and what it might tell us as we head into the postseason: could this be a new era in both divisions? The guys discuss Gannon's superb season and Holyn's bounceback along with a quick snapshot of the Player of the Year race.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about manufacturer cup rankings based on sponsored player performance so far this season -- and take a look ahead to the 2024 offseason. Plus: they get you ready for the Discraft Great Lakes Open in Michigan this week!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss Worlds-focused mailbag questions, including Kristin's status, course takes, POTY talk, and more.
Charlie and Josh bring on back-to-back World Champion Isaac Robinson to talk what makes him so great at this event, hole 14 & the worlds courses, & contract negotiations. Then rising star Luke Taylor speaks on his pathway into disc golf, touring full time post-high school, and his ambitions for the future. Plus Eveliina Salonen’s ceiling, #Pursewatch, Hole 18 review & more.
0:00 Worlds Recap
15:20 Isaac Robinson Interview
51:30 Thoughts on Robinson
57:50 Luke Taylor Interview
1:24:40 FPO Recap
1:39:40 #Pursewatch, Picks, Hole 18 Review
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the 2024 PDGA Pro World Championships with a full breakdown of the biggest storylines, the betting odds, course chatter, and more. They also talk to DGPT CEO Jeff Spring about Worlds, the 2025 DGPT schedule, DGPT cutbacks, a possible Portland Worlds, and more.
0:00 2025 DGPT Schedule Release
11:30 Worlds Courses Preview
18:50 Top 5 MPO Storylines
33:45 Top 5 FPO Storylines
50:00 Jeff Spring Interview
53:30 2025 Schedule
1:10:00 Portland Worlds, Exhibitions,
1:19:00 DGPT Economics, Sponsorships
1:35:30 FPO Betting Odds
1:39:40 MPO Betting Odds
1:47:50 Worlds Picks
Josh Mansfield recaps an exciting finish for Idlewild and then is joined by Brian Earhart to give a full preview to the two new courses for the World Championships. Plus, why Ricky Wysocki can't win Majors and how likely is Tattar to win Worlds?
0:00 Idlewild Recap
15:45 Brian Earhart
18:20 New London Course Breakdown
29:15 Ivy Hill Course Breakdown
33:00 Winning MPO Golf Styles & Why Ricky Can't Win
39:25 Winning FPO Golf Styles & Tattar's Odds to Win
44:40 Wind, Final Thoughts, and Monn's Dominance In Am Events
Charlie Eisenhood is joined by Fandom Survey lead Jesse Weisz to discuss noteable results from last years' survey and what kinds of questions to expect on this years' edition. Plus, Charlie previews the LWS Open at Idlewild.
0:00 Introduction
6:00 Jesse Weisz on Fandom Survey
21:25 Disc Sales & Manufacturers
34:14 Idlewild Preview & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield preview the next Elite+ stop on the DGPT and talk with Ledgestone (and Worlds) TD Nate Heinold.
0:00 Introduction
6:30 Nate Heinold on Ledgestone & Northwood
16:15 Worlds 2024 Courses
21:45 Worlds Ticket Sales, Expenses, & Experience
30:30 Ledgestone Open Preview & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the European Disc Golf Festival and the European Swing as it wrapped up over the weekend. Check out the Rapid Reax for more on EDGF. Then they dig into their mailbag (upshot@ultiworld.com) for some great questions from the listeners.
0:00 Disc Golf & the World Games
9:00 EDGF Recap
12:50 European Swing Stats
23:10 Mailbag!
33:30 Jomez, Bag Changes, Drones
52:45 Wysocki's Legacy & Conrad's Eli Manning Analogy
1:05:20 EDGF #Pursewatch & Picks Review
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss some comments on Tuesday's European Open recap show before welcoming in Gannon Buhr to discuss his victory at last weekend's Major. Then they preview the European Disc Golf Festival, the first DGPT stop in Estonia.
0:00 European Open Youtube Comments
23:15 Gannon Buhr Interview
1:01:20 European Disc Golf Festival
1:15:10 Festival Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the European Open, the third major of the season, with stats, storylines, and answers to burning questions. They dig into Gannon's excellence, Ricky's charge, Kristin's comeback, Eveliina's collapse, and plenty more, including a closer look at hole 16's changes.
0:00 European Open Review
3:40 MPO Power Lead Card
11:15 Vintage Wysocki Performance & More MPO Thoughts
27:25 Tattar & Salonen Take a Wild Ride
39:40 Hole by Hole Scores
44:15 Burning Questions
1:12:10 #Pursewatch & Hole 17 Review
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the first round of the European Open LIVE in the Ultiworld Disc Golf Discord. From surprise names at the top of the MPO leaderboard to a dominant Kristin Tattar to E.O. legends like Paul McBeth in the hunt, they discuss the stories from every angle.
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Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield briefly discuss the Krokhol Open before diving into a mega-preview of the next major of the season, the European Open. With a new course (Tampere's The Monster) joining Nokia's The Beast, it's a whole new ballgame -- and a preview of the 2025 World Championships. From betting odds to storylines to picks, there's a little of everything to get you ready for the tournament.
0:00 Krokhol Open Results
12:25 #Pursewatch & Picks Review
15:25 European Open Preview
24:20 Who Needs to Win?
35:35 Best Odds to Win
46:30 Mailbag! European Open
1:12:40 European Open Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with European Open Event Director (and Discmania founder) Jussi Meresmaa about this year's event, next year's Worlds, and more. Then they get you ready for the Krokhol Open, the strongest European Elite Series event of the season on the doorstep of the major.
0:00 Introduction
3:20 Jussi Meresmaa Interview
5:10 The Beast's Hole 16
14:20 Changes with Two Courses
23:50 Specators, Payouts, Sponsorship
33:15 2025 Worlds & Beyond
41:20 Discmania's Sale & Disc Demand
46:50 European Open Tidbits
50:00 Thoughts on Meresmaa Interview
57:30 Krokhol Open Preview
1:06:30 Krokhol Open Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about Anthony Barela getting his 4th win of the season at the Des Moines Challenge, putting him in some rare air, as well as 18-year-old Emily Weatherman winning...from the chase card! Plus, a stacked 30 Second Rule segment, including a diatribe about the changes to hole 16 at The Beast.
0:00 Des Moines Challenge Recap
5:30 Barela Returns
18:30 Weatherman's First Elite Win
24:40 Best Rookie of the Year Careers
38:00 30 Second Rule
41:15 Hole 16 Change at the Beast
49:00 Finnish & Estonian Nationals Results
56:10 Ratings Update, #Pursewatch, & Picks Recap
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield celebrate the 4th of July together on the podcast by doing a wholly un-American lookahead to the European Open. They talk the field, championship contenders, ticket prices, and the new course, Tampere, debuting at the event in advance of next year's European Worlds. Then they power rank the 4th of July before previewing the Des Moines Challenge, the last DGPT stop in the US before August.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield dive deeper into the Prodigy situation after Väinö Mäkelä's departure as well as issues on the business side. Then they take a look at the new PDGA proposed rules for 2025 before diving into a big 30 Second Rule segment featuring the Kendrick v. Drake battle inside disc golf.
0:00 Introduction
7:30 Mäkelä Leaves Prodigy for Innova
15:30 What's Wrong with Prodigy?
26:40 2025 Proposed Rule Changes
41:05 30 Second Rule
54:20 Drew vs. Silas Beef
59:50 #Pursewatch: Preserve & Swedish Open
Josh Mansfield is joined by DGN Analyst Nate Perkins to discuss Nate's disc golf career, break down why Ricky and Missy won The Preserve, and look ahead to the Swedish Open. Plus, Väinö Mäkelä leaves Team Prodigy!
0:00 Nate Perkins on his Career
10:30 Transitioning from Touring to DGN
23:30 Changes at DGN & Creating Commentary Teams
34:10 Ricky at The Preserve, Gannon Buhr Still Shines
42:00 Missy Gannon's Status in FPO
46:30 Mäkelä Leaves Prodigy
49:25 Swedish Open Preview
53:45 Swedish Open Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome back former Upshot host Jamie Thomas to review their preseason fantasy draft standings and make their waiver wire picks following the West Coast Swing. Can Charlie and Jamie catch up to Josh? Plus: Preserve preview & the prophecy!
0:00 Mid-Season Fantasy Draft Check In
7:40 Tough Decisions: Drops & Pick Ups
17:25 Waiver Wire Picks
35:00 Post-Waiver Analysis
42:45 Spectator Tickets at Worlds
48:30 The Preserve Preview
57:45 The Preserve Picks
Charlie & Josh break down Niklas Anttila's clutch performance at the Turku Open and the importance of clean putting before discussing why Kevin Jones is breaking up with Prodigy. Plus: a little European #PurseWatch.
0:00 Turku Open Recap
3:00 Anttila Wins in MPO
8:20 Saarinen Wins in FPO
13:40 Importance of Clean Putting
25:00 KJUSA & Prodigy
30:00 #PurseWatch
33:45 Masters Worlds Results
Holyn Handley joins Josh on the upshot to discuss her win at the Beaver State Fling. Then, Josh previews the next DGPT Europe stop, the Turku Open.
0:00 Holyn Handley Interview
13:45 Building off the Victory
21:30 Practice Routines & Distance Throwing
26:45 Feedback on the Milo Course & Skipping European Open
33:00 Turku Open Preview
36:55 Turku Open Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the clutch moments that led to wins for Gannon Buhr and Holyn Handley at the Beaver State Fling before recapping the West Coast Swing and seeing who outperformed -- and underperformed -- out west.
0:00 Buhr's BSF Performance
8:55 Did Buhr Have a Time Violation?
20:55 Handley's Late Run to Win
34:30 West Coast Swing Stats
45:30 West Coast Swing Picks Recap
51:30 #Pursewatch
Charlie Eisenhood previews the Beaver State Fling in its return to the Elite Series! And don't miss his interview with FPO suddenly rising star Sofia Donnecke, who just podiumed at Portland Open in her second-ever DGPT event. Plus: Nate Doss is back!
0:00 Beaver State Fling is Back!
4:00 Sofia Donnecke Interview
7:15 Disc Golf Development
14:00 Portland Open, Team Innova, & Expectations
19:30 Fun Facts
22:30 Beaver State Fling Preview
25:55 Beaver State Fling Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Brian Earhart (subbing in for Josh Mansfield) break down the action at the 2024 Portland Open. They talk Glendoveer, Gannon Buhr's huge win, Paige Pierce's monumental return to the winner's circle, mountain golf, and more. Plus: Charlie interviews Paige after her big win!
0:00 Pierce & Donnecke at Portland Open
15:05 Paige Pierce Interview
26:20 Ankle Surgery & PDGA Insurance
34:10 European Open & Touring
41:05 Tattar Hitting 1000 & Donnecke Thoughts
49:00 Buhr Dominates MPO
1:00:15 Barela & Redalen
1:04:25 Big Event Infrastructure & Spin Rates
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield chat about the Q-Series and Kristin's new brand before diving into a preview of the Portland Open, the next DGPT+ event this season. Four rounds at Glendoveer with a wide open field - it's gonna be fun!
0:00 Hernandez & Frisbee Nationals
9:45 Q-Series & Tattar's Agency
17:30 Portland Open Preview
27:40 Portland Open Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield answer a variety of mailbag questions this week, from west coast tournaments to Gannon's putting to free tickets. Plus, the guys make their basket power rankings.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the 2024 OTB Open, including some milestone performances from Calvin Heimburg and Ella Hansen. They also interview NYC Disc Golf Association co-founders Alex Hoyle and Alex Bender about their efforts to get a course in the ground in the country's biggest city. Plus: Inside The Circle, #PurseWatch, and Charlie handing Josh a huge L!
0:00 OTB Open Recap
3:20 Hansen's First Elite Series Win
10:30 Pierce & Handley
19:15 Heimburg Goes Back to Back
23:30 Rathbun & Barela
31:10 DGN Coverage
39:20 Alex & Alex on NYCDGA
44:20 Highland Park & McBeth Foundation
1:05:20 Inside the Circle
1:16:30 OTB Open Picks & #Pursewatch
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in the Seans -- Sean Jack and Shawn Mercy -- to talk about this weekend's OTB Open and the 2025 Champions Cup, which is headed to Swensen Park in Stockton, CA. The guys talk more about Champions Cup and changes to the DGPT Championship format before previewing OTB Open and making their picks.
0:00 Sean Jack & Shawn Mercy
3:45 Hosting Champions Cup
11:05 1000 Rated Productions
13:40 Spectator Goodies & Tickets
20:00 Course Changes for OTB Open & Champions Cup
31:00 Pierce's Win Odds & Projected Purse
34:00 Final Thoughts on OTB Open
36:40 Champions Cup's Tortured History
50:55 DGPT Championship Format Changes
57:15 OTB Open Preview & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in Kristin Tattar on the day she became the first woman to reach the 1000 PDGA rating mark. They talk with 1KT about her journey to 1000 rated, her season so far, her current contract, the criticism of her jump putting, and much more. Plus: Copenhagen Open, LVC, and NYC disc golf!
0:00 Tattar Hits 1000 Rated
7:10 Kristin Tattar: Rating, Career Goals
19:20 Challenges in 2024
31:40 Contracts & Earnings
38:20 Tour Scheduling & Commemorative Discs
42:30 Performing at Majors & Worlds
51:15 Reactions to Tattar's Interview
1:01:00 Copenhagen Open Results & Pursewatch
1:04:55 Las Vegas Challenge Results
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for a new era of European disc golf with a unified DGPT tour. The first DGPT elite event, the Copenhagen Open, is this weekend, with bigger payouts, live coverage, and more spectators than ever. We talk with DGPT Europe Media Director Juha Kytö about the changes and give you a full scope of what to expect this year. Plus: preview and picks for Copenhagen!
0:00 Juha Kytö Interview
7:40 Ticket Prices, Broadcast, Purse Sizes
14:05 Players to Watch & Traveling Europe
21:35 Point Series & Prizes, Best Courses
26:40 Health & Importance of European DG
35:55 DGPT European Tour: The Basics
1:00:15 Copenhagen Open Preview
1:06:30 Copenhagen Open Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the top 10 stories from the 2024 Dynamic Discs Open!
0:00 Heimburg & Gannon Win
14:50 Handley & King Under Pressure
20:40 Anderson's Course Record
23:15 Weatherman's Strong Showing
30:20 Rest of MPO, FPO Foot Faults
40:10 Redalen Bails, New DGN Voices
46:00 Aggregate Playoff, #Pursewatch & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield open up some listener mail and then preview the Dynamic Discs Open as the tour heads west.
0:00 Listener Mail
2:30 PDGA Perks & Missing UDisc
13:20 Proper Role of Media on Course
18:45 Tattar's Forehand, Too Much?
26:45 Spectator Rules
33:50 DDO Preview & Course Changes
44:40 DDO Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield interview 2024 Champions Cup winner Andrew Presnell about his first-ever major win (and major top 10!) before discussing the weekend overall, including Eveliina's win, Eagle's tough start, the ongoing ascendance of European players, and more.
0:00 Champions Cup Winners
8:30 Andrew Presnell Interview
11:45 Succeeding at Northwood
17:30 Losing his Putter Mid-Round
24:35 How to Reliably Hit Gaps
30:00 The Win, and the New Swarm Mold
40:30 Presnell's Resolve Nets Unexpected Victory
54:40 Other MPO Storylines
1:06:15 Trivia Question of the Week
1:09:00 Salonen leads European Wave
1:25:00 Champions Cup Picks Review, #PurseWatch, Hole 18 Review
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the security threat from the Music City Open before previewing the Champions Cup, where they take a deep dive into player performance at Northwood, make some fun predictions, and lock in their picks.
0:00 MCO's Suspension of Play
13:30 Champions Cup Preview
15:15 Tattar vs Missy, Recent MPO Results
28:00 MCO's Poorly Tuned Course
32:45 Champions Cup Burning Questions
40:10 Surprise Winners, Weather Impacts
48:00 Champions Cup Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the 2024 Music City Open and some fantastic performances from Simon Lizotte and Kristin Tattar. They also interview the TD of Champions Cup, Nate Heinold, about the upcoming event, the latest at the PDGA, and more.
0:00 Lizotte's Dominance at MCO
13:00 Other Notable MPO Performances
20:30 The Tattar vs Handley Battle
28:30 Kristin's Mental Edge, #PurseWatch
37:20 Nate Heinold Interview
39:10 Champions Cup Notes
46:35 Ledgestone & WR Jackson
51:40 The Worlds Courses
59:40 PDGA Summit & DG's Waning Interest
1:08:15 NBA/NHL Playoff Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield tackle a huge 30 Second Rule segment before getting you ready for the Music City Open in Nashville.
0:00 Will Eagle Play?
6:55 30 Second Rule & #Pursewatch
17:35 Creating Good Branding
22:40 Hot Button Sports News
29:00 Lizotte's Presser
33:00 Music City Open Notes
43:25 MCO Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield let everyone in on the Jonesboro edition of Sunday's subscriber only Rapid Reax show, where they cover how Barela's opening stretch fits in historically, Tattar's dominant performance, and the lackluster statkeeping on the tour. Plus rapid fire subscriber questions and what makes Jonesboro an excellent course?
0:00 How Did Barela Pull Off This Win?
16:30 AB's Season Start, Historically
25:40 MPO Prediction Spice Meter
40:00 Tattar's Dominant Performance
52:25 Jonesboro's Excellence
1:02:00 Rapid Fire Chat Questions
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the 2024 Jonesboro Open, the fifth stop on the Disc Golf Pro Tour. They hit the big storylines, including the #PaulCard, and then talk with TD Brad Pietz about the event. Plus: picks and over/under!
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Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the latest PDGA Ratings update and talk about some notable players' season stats compared to their performance in the 2023 season.
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Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield decide whether to buy, sell, or hold on players after the start of the season. Plus: a 30 second rule and some questionable world rankings.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield have a jam-packed show for you today as they break down a thrilling Texas State Disc Golf Championships on the Disc Golf Pro Tour, from record-setting performances in both MPO and FPO to close out the Texas Swing to tight battles down the stretch in the final round. Plus: a new trivia question of the week, #PurseWatch, Hole 18 reviews, April Fools, and plenty more.
0:00 Anthony Barela & Exceptional MPO Play
21:25 Anniken Steen's Unexpected Win
35:25 FPO Stats & Other Tidbits
45:00 Trivia Question of the Week
48:20 Too Much Texas?
56:20 #Pursewatch, April Fools
1:05:40 Texas States Picks & Hole 18 Review
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield open up a shipping container full of mail (you can always reach us at upshot@ultiworld.com) before previewing this weekend's next DGPT Elite Series event, the Texas State Championships.
0:00 Mailbag!
8:05 Exciting Things & Low Stock Buys
23:30 Will Disc Golf Grow in 2024?
40:00 Texas States Preview
52:50 Texas States Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss Missy Gannon's first PDGA Major win at the 2024 US Women's Disc Golf Championship. They talk about Missy's legacy, Eveliina's tough final round, the new Sprinkle Valley course, and more, before Missy joins Charlie for an interview after her win. Plus: #PurseWatch, picks, and a spicy 30 Second Rule.
0:00 "Big Money" Missy Does It Again
17:05 Sprinkle Valley Course
29:20 Missy Gannon Interview
35:30 Forehand Throws, Final Round Strategy
43:30 Big Paydays & Texas States
51:00 State of FPO
59:20 30 Second Rule
1:05:00 USWDGC Quick Hits
1:09:20 #PurseWatch, Picks Recap, Hole 18
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield run down a historic performance from Ohn “Got that Dawg in Her” Scoggins at the Open at Austin before looking ahead to this weekend’s U.S. Women’s Disc Golf Championships.
0:00 Scoggins' Record Performance
12:20 Tattar, Blomroos, & Gannon
23:00 State of FPO After a Month
27:20 USWDGC Preview
29:50 Course & Weather Forecast
32:35 Major Storylines
35:20 USWDGC Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap another weekend of wild action on the DGPT, this week in Austin. They also talk with Niklas Anttila after he became the first Finnish player to win in MPO on the DGPT. Plus: the state of MPO after the first month of the season.
0:00 Open at Austin Recap
21:45 Niklas Anttila Interview
29:10 Team Discmania & Europeans
34:40 Weather Delays, Slow Play & More
47:20 State of MPO after a Month
Charlie Eisenhood gets you ready for this weekend's Open at Austin, highlighting the best moments of the press conference, the concerning weather forecast, and some course changes, before giving you his and Josh Mansfield's picks.
0:00 Open at Austin Presser Highlights
16:00 Open at Austin Preview
20:40 Open at Austin Picks
Charlie Eisenhood goes solo this week as co-host Josh Mansfield is out on paternity leave! Charlie breaks down the thrilling action at WACO, goes through the biggest stories of the latest PDGA ratings update, discusses Kristin Tattar's dominance (and variance), and more. Then he's joined by Microsoft Community Product Manager Joey Taralson, who architected the new Microsoft Teams sponsorship of the Preserve. Plus: #PurseWatch and Picks!
0:00 WACO Recap
10:20 Tattar's Round Ratings
14:45 Player Rating Update
20:00 More WACO Notes
28:50 Microsoft's Joey Taralson
34:00 The Sponsorship
41:00 Community Response
44:10 POTY Predictions
46:45 #PurseWatch & Revisiting Picks
Charlie Eisenhood gets you ready for the 2024 Waco Annual Charity Open with some clips from the press conference, a breakdown of the new Lake Waco course, and picks!
0:00 Tattar Back on Tour, Will Big Jerm retire?
7:15 Other Press Conference Nuggets
14:15 WACO Preview
23:40 WACO Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the Player of the Year odds and discuss best bets before welcoming in PDGA Director of Marketing Danny Voss to catch up on a variety of PDGA topics. Plus: a wild 30 Second Rule segment!
0:00 Tattar is Back, Slow Play
6:45 Results from the Memorial
12:45 FPO Player of the Year Odds
20:55 MPO Player of the Year Odds
28:20 Danny Voss on PDGA Live
38:20 PDGA and UDisc
41:10 End of the Covid Boom?
47:00 Natalie Ryan Settlement
53:20 IDGC Update
57:30 Biggest Challenges
1:02:10 Thoughts on Danny Voss
1:08:55 30 Second Rule
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield draw their line in the sand on a variety of topics, from a McBeth win to DGN apps working well.
0:00 Line in the Sand
9:00 Tattar, Heimburg, Wysocki
19:30 Injury Returns: Pierce, McMahon
24:50 Salonen, Hansen, McBeth
40:00 30 Second Rule
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the fantastic start to the 2024 pro disc golf season at the Chess.com Invitational. Then they dig into their overreactions along with a few from UWDG Discord participants. Plus: #PurseWatch and some season-long over/unders.
0:00 Chess.com Invitational Recap
12:05 Overreactions: Anthony Barela
18:15 Overreactions: Ricky & House of Discs
21:25 Overreactions: Allen, Hansen, & European FPO
29:45 Overreactions: Trophies, Commentary, & Crush Boys
42:10 Listener Overreactions
48:35 Purse Watch & Over/Under
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the start of the 2024 season with a HUGE show! First, they talk with Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Dylan Cease about his collaborations with Paul McBeth on disc golf properties in Florida and Alabama, how baseball mechanics translate to disc golf, and more. Then Jamie Thomas stops in to make 2024 fantasy draft picks with the guys, before Charlie & Josh preview the tour opener at the Chess.com Invitational.
0:00 Dylan Cease, Disc Golf, & Cactus Rock
9:20 Baseball & Disc Golf
13:40 McCease & Building Courses
22:30 Spring Training & Adversity
26:25 Contracts & Trade Rumors
32:50 Cease's Chess.com Picks
34:15 Fantasy Draft with Jamie Thomas
1:01:45 Who Drafted the Best Team?
1:22:40 Chess.com Invitational Preview & DGN App/PDGA Live Updates
1:29:30 New PDGA World Rankings & Olympus Course
1:37:20 Chess.com Invitational Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about their top three takeaways from the All-Star Weekend before discussing the changes to post-production coverage of DGPT events in 2024. Then they welcome in UDisc Marketing Director Steve Hill to discuss UDiscLive's departure from scores & stats and the new Growth Report.
0:00 All Star Weekend Format
5:05 Handley & Ezra's Rise and Allen's Fall
10:50 Location Change & DGN 2.0
17:25 Jomez Coverage Changes
27:30 Steve Hill on UDisc's Split with DGPT/PDGA
37:40 End Game and Impact on PDGA
48:25 UDiscs's Annual Growth Report
58:00 Course Development & UDisc's Role
1:08:15 New Activity Rounds
1:14:30 Concerning Trends
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield preview the DGPT All-Star Weekend and make their picks in the skills competitions, doubles, and singles matchups.
0:00 All-Star Weekend Preview
8:10 Breaking Down the Teams
18:10 Skills Competition Lineups
28:40 Skills Competition Predictions
30:40 FPO Doubles & Singles Matchups
39:10 MPO Doubles & Singles Matchups
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in DGPT CEO & Tour Director Jeff Spring to hear the latest about the Tour's trajectory heading into 2024, including their new Disc Golf Network technical platform and pricing structure. They touch on event growth, spectator numbers, tour profitability, the next five years, and more.
0:00 Introduction
6:10 DGPT CEO Jeff Spring
8:15 New DGN Platform & Pricing
15:20 Subscriber Projections
18:45 Increasing Spectators
24:30 Strategic Shift in Tour Events
30:40 In-House Tournament Directors
35:25 Transition to PDGA Live
46:05 Confidence in New Tech
50:25 Data Ownership of Scores & Stats
51:50 DGPT Europe & International Expansion
56:00 Gender Policy & Competitive Integrity
1:01:10 Financial Pressure & Profitability
1:05:00 Rethinking the Tour Championship
1:09:30 Chess.com & Title Sponsorships
1:11:40 Wishlist for the Pro Tour
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in Brian Earhart to talk about the 2024 Disc Golf Pro Tour season! From new rules and new courses to the most interesting on-course storylines, they break down all aspects of the tour as they get exited for the year ahead.
0:00 Changes to the 2024 Pro Tour
4:30 Clearing Lies
9:10 Group Pace of Play
12:40 Aggregate Playoff Holes
17:30 Course Changes & Additions
26:00 Emporia CC Gettting Overhauled
33:50 2024 MPO Major Winners
39:10 New Putting Records
43:20 Least Likely Repeat Winners
46:20 MPO POTY & Event Winner Candidates
51:30 Who's First? Heimburg or Barela
54:50 Breakout Candidates
1:00:55 Who Could Beat Tattar?
1:04:20 Does Tattar Hit 1000?
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the breakup between the Disc Golf Pro Tour and UDisc before talking with Chess.com CEO and co-founder Erik Allebest about his love of disc golf and the company's decision to sponsor the season opener. The guys also discuss the VIP ticket sales at Worlds and look at how the Chess.com tournament is doing with ticket sales with two weeks to go until the event.
(0:00) Separation of UDisc & DGPT
(14:45) Erik Allebest of Chess.com
(21:10) Sponsoring Disc Golf
(27:55) Chess & Backgammon
(30:00) Chess Controversis
(32:40) Erik's Chess & DG Ratings
(35:00) Thoughts on Allebest
(41:10) Ticket Sales in Disc Golf
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with Paige Pierce about her injury recovery, getting ready for the 2024 season, what she's been working on, her new Discraft contract, the FPO GOAT debate, and more. Don't miss it!
(2:15) Injury Status for 2024
(6:25) Injury's Psychological Impact & Game Strategy
(13:15) Expectations for 2024
(16:10) Comparisons to Kristin Tattar
(19:00) Contract Extension with Discraft
(26:55) DGPT Schedule & Format
(29:05) Potential for Throw Pink as a Major
(34:00) Renewed Drive for Competitive Success
(41:00) Career Progression & Future Plans
(47:45) Watching Live Disc Golf
(55:40) Feelings About her Injury
(58:50) Working on her Forehand
(1:00:50) Whats Exciting about 2024
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk a little football after the conference championship weekend before discussing Discraft's Elite Team announcement. Then they welcome in EDGE's Jay "Yeti" Reading for a discussion about the new addition of disc golf as a merit badge in Boy Scouts.
(0:00) 49ers comeback against Detroit
(7:10) Disc golf & the Boy Scouts
(8:50) Sponsorship news
(18:45) Jay Reading on the Boy Scouts badge
(27:45) Resources for troop leaders
(33:15) Growing youth disc golf
(48:00) Yeti's plans for 2024
(53:25) Final thoughts
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take mailbag questions from email and the subscriber Discord about the 2024 season, disc sales, key storylines, and a whole lot more.
Charlie's Backgammon (0:00)
UDisc Price Increase (6:25)
Over/Under (12:00)
Converting Baseball Players (16:25)
Best Courses to Add/Drop (21:20)
Pick 'Em Leagues (31:40)
Paige's Impact (36:45)
Chess.com Partnership (41:30)
Signing Mid-Level Pros (44:15)
Future of Innova (49:00)
Compelling 2024 Storylines (54:50)
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome Niklas Anttila to the show for the first time after he announced his re-signing with Discmania on a four-year deal. They also talk about the Shelly Sharpe Memorial and Asia Open with some early preseason results, and hit a big 30 Second Rule segment. Also: where exactly is the Midwest??
Where is the Midwest? (0:00)
Preseason Results (8:10)
Niklas Antilla on his new deal (18:50)
Touring in the US (24:30)
European FPO vs MPO Results (30:20)
Growth & Areas of Focus (32:20)
Team Discmania (35:20)
Predictions for 2024 (37:50)
30 Second Rule (40:10)
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield interview Gannon Buhr about his new deal with Discmania (2:00), the future of Discmania without Simon & Eagle (10:20), what's in his bag (12:55), the decision against using an agent (18:05), his predictions for 2024 (28:05) and more. Charlie & Josh wrap up the show giving their thoughts on what Gannon had to say (34:05).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down a huge slate of news from the past few days. First, they discuss Gannon Buhr's new three year deal with Discmania (0:00) before tackling the breaking news of Eagle McMahon signing a five year deal with MVP (19:15). Which contract will look better 10 years from now? They also dive into a big 30 Second Rule segment, with other signings, Simon's second child, and more (37:10).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with the new PDGA Executive Director Doug Bjerkaas about the state of the organization, the pandemic growth and hangover, new initiatives, majors, finances, and more.
State of the PDGA & Disc Golf (4:30)
Improving Majors (14:00)
Finances & StatMando (26:55)
Natalie Ryan Settlement & PDGA Strengths (32:00)
Experience at DD & Decision to Leave (38:30)
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss many angles of Eagle McMahon’s departure from Discmania, including what’s next for Eagle, how Discmania will need to reshape its brand, and the state of the post-COVID sponsorship landscape (0:00). They also discuss the throwing stats of some of the biggest arms on the sport (32:05).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss where the top free agents -- Gannon Buhr, Eagle McMahon, and Niklas Anttila -- might land for 2024 (3:15). Then they dig into their 2024 predictions for the sport (31:25).
Charlie Eisenhood and guest host Brian Earhart discuss the latest sponsorship news and discuss how the player market has changed in 2024 (4:30). They also look at the PDGA's settlement with Natalie Ryan (23:00) before diving into a 30 Second Rule touching on European Silver events, Worlds in Finland in 2025, Joe Chargualaf leaving as the PDGA Executive Director, and Ricky's Bitcoin Bonus (31:15).
In the final episode of 2023, Josh Mansfield is joined by Juha Kytö, DGPT Europe's Media Director, and Powergrip CEO Erno Väyrynen to discuss the announcement that PDGA Worlds is coming to Finland in 2025, the growth of the sport in the Nordic countries, why Europeans are getting more competitive on the Pro Tour, and more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield are joined by Paul McBeth in a wide ranging interview covering Paul's injury, the Chess.com sponsorship, and the 2024 World's course, with a capstone including a very special surprise guest appearance. Then, the guys catch up on some recent news and sponsorship updates.
Josh Mansfield is joined by guest Jesse Weisz to break down the outcome of the Ultiworld Disc Golf/StatMando annual Fandom Survey, including who got more, or less, popular this year, favorite favorite disc manufacturer, and much more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield play a trivia game exploring the notable on-course stats from 2023, including who putted the best, who had the longest bogey-free streak, and who performed on different course types.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield hand out the 2023 Upshot Awards for the best players, performances, and moments of the season.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about the weirdest, funniest, and wildest moments from the 2023 season in their annual gaffes and weird stuff bracket. What's the gaffiest moment of the year??
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield bring the holiday spirit by choosing the discs that complete their Thanksgiving disc golf dinner plates.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield continue the storylines bracket in this part 2 episode. They make their selection in quarterfinals, semifinals, and the final to select the #1 storyline of the season!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield unveil the 2023 disc golf storylines bracket, featuring a new possession arrow and play-in matchups. In today's part 1 episode, the guys note some honorable mentions before making their selections in the play-in round and the round of 16.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss Matty O's 4-year deal with Westside before diving into "tax day" in Finland and what we know about disc golf salaries from a country that discloses all personal tax details publicly (0:00). Then the guys review their preseason manufacturer rankings and make updates based on what happened in 2024 (17:30).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in Daniel Prentice to talk about the 2024 A-Tier schedule (0:00) and review their pre-season fantasy draft: who won, who had the best pick, and who botched it (17:50). Also: Charlie vs. Uli!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield look back at some of their 2023 season predictions (0:00) before opening up a bunch of mail in a fun, wide-ranging episode (16:45).
In a special Halloween edition of The Upshot, Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about the 10 scariest moments of the 2023 disc golf season (0:00) and then play trick or treat with sponsorship rumors (26:10)!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about Prodigy’s new licensing agreement with the NHL and the PDGA 2024 Rules (0:00). Then they discuss the new DGPT Europe venture and break it down with DGPT CEO Jeff Spring and European Pro Tour founder Juha Kytö (14:20).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield go deep into the conversation about the Player of the Year in the MPO Division. Along with Calvin Heimburg and Isaac Robinson, they consider the candidacies of Gannon Buhr, Ricky Wysocki, and Kyle Klein, and talk about both the stats and the philosophical underpinnings of this year's POTY vote.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about the final tournament of the 2023 season with Big Money (Missy) on the line! The competition, the payouts, the format, the crowd -- everything is on the table (0:00). Plus: 30 second rule including Paul McBeth's new baby (31:25).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss some of the storylines further down the leaderboard at the USDGC and Throw Pink WDGC (0:00) before turning attention to this weekend's DGPT Championship. They break down the new format, make their picks for who will advance to semis, and discuss who will take home the $40,000 top prize in each division (36:20).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the 2023 USDGC (0:00) and Throw Pink Women's Disc Golf Championship (56:30)! From a wild finish in FPO to a bit of an ugly tournament in MPO, the guys get to a lot of storylines from the weekend. They're also joined by Throw Pink champion Holyn Handley to discuss her victory from the chase card (22:20).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield react live in Discord to what happened in round 2 at Winthrop.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the upcoming 2024 Disc Golf Pro Tour schedule (0:00) before previewing the USDGC and Throw Pink Women's DGC (17:25). They pick their top 3 and bottom 3 holes at Winthrop, make their picks, and hit an over/under.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the DGPT Championship purse and some other news from around disc golf (0:00) before diving into a new segment: What Are The Odds? They look at 10 different things that could happen by the end of the season and assign each one a probability: 100%, 50%, 10%, 1%, and 0.1% (17:55).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss Kristin Tattar's record-setting season as she took down her 5th straight major to sweep the 2023 set and complete the Grand Slam (0:00)! They also talk about the course and event overall, other players in the top 10, and the winners of every division of the USWDGC (23:25)).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the pine beetle infestation at the PDGA headquarters that will ruin their current courses, including WR Jackson, home of the Champions Cup (0:00). They also discuss the PDGA's plan to host the tournament in November 2024. Then they turn their attention to this weekend's US Women's Disc Golf Championships, the final FPO Major of the season. Kristin Tattar is going for a grand slam and the Regulator course at Cedarock Park is no joke (15:00)!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the MVP Open, the final playoff event of the DGPT season before the Tour Championship (0:00). They also dive into the DGPT season overall with some stats and analysis and share the winner of the Worlds betting contest (37:10). Plus: #PurseWatch, Hole 18 reviews, picks, and more (56:15).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss some USDGC news (0:00) before being joined by Steve Dodge to talk all things Maple Hill, MVP Open, and the Glitch World Championships (15:55). Then they look at MVP Open course changes (46:00), pick their podiums and debate an over/under (58:50).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield dig into the mailbag for questions about Paul & Ricky's legacy (14:25), breakout players (34:35), Worlds (37:30), sport economics (42:50), and a whole lot more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield interview Isaac Robinson about his World Championships win, his 2023 season overall, how he stays poised under pressure, and lots more (0:00). They also make their picks for the Discmania Open on Prince Edward Island (36:00).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the 2023 PDGA Pro World Championships, diving deep on the winners, the stats, the trends, and more from Vermont. Plus: an eye-popping #PurseWatch, a stellar hole 18, a changing of the guard, and more.
Charlie and Josh react live in Discord to round two of the PDGA Pro World Championships.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in Brian Earhart to preview the 2023 PDGA Pro World Championships, the most prestigious title in disc golf (10:40). They talk contenders (15:30), darkhorses (48:00), the courses and new changes for 2023 (59:50), and go through a big slate of over/unders (1:13:20) and, of course, their picks (1:22:30). Plus: a recap of the American Flying Discs Open in Rochester (0:00).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield go through the Vegas odds for the PDGA World Championships and discuss some strategies (0:00) before welcoming in the winners of DGLO, Simon Lizotte (25:50) and Ohn Scoggins (1:07:00). The guys also preview the American Flying Disc Open, this weekend's lightly attended DGPT Silver event (1:25:10).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the Discraft Great Lakes Open, with some awesome stats about Simon Lizotte and Ohn Scoggins' wins and a deep dive into the weekend (0:00). They also discuss Kristin Tattar's win -- and elbow -- at the European Championships (36:00). Plus: possible playoff changes, a look at the DGPT standings, and more (44:30).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the Disc Golf Pro Tour playoffs leading up to the DGPT Championship (0:00). They also get you ready for the Discraft Great Lakes Open (23:10).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about which players' stocks are up and down over recent months as they break down the results from the LWS Open at Idlewild (0:00). Plus: Idlewild stats, crazy amateur optimism, Hole 18 review, and #PurseWatch (41:30).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield hit you with a double combo episode where they discuss Ledgestone in more detail (0:00) and feature interviews with Ledgestone champs Cole Redalen (28:55) and Missy Gannon (56:15). They also hit some news in a 30 Second Rule segment and preview Idlewild (1:22:30).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield look at the latest proposed PDGA rule (0:00) changes before welcoming in European Open champion Corey Ellis for his first Upshot appearance (21:40). Then Nate Heinold, Ledgestone TD & PDGA Board President, joins the guys to discuss the weekend's tournament, his board reelection, the gender eligibility policy, and more (55:10). Charlie and Josh make their Ledgestone picks and, of course, have a Northwood Hole 12 over/under (1:32:10).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down a big weekend of Silver point events with some big surprise winners (0:00). Then they welcome in Ohn Scoggins for the first time on The Upshot (22:15)! A discussion about the season so far, the POTY race, and what's to come rounds out the episode (38:20).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss Kristin Tattar's blowout win at the European Open and what it means for her legacy -- and the division (0:00). Then, the guys dive into the top 10 under-the-radar storylines from the European Open (23:55) before making their picks for this weekend's various Silver point events (39:40).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss a very exciting European Open (3:10), looking at the late drama, competition level, triumphs and failures, spectators, and more. Then the guys interview Jeff Spring about the latest in the DGPT transgender competition saga (42:50).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield give you a two-for-one this week! A double episode features a PCS Open recap (0:00), a discussion of the bombshell news from the DGPT around changes to the FPO division at upcoming events (52:50), an interview with Jussi Meresmaa (1:17:00), extensive European Open preview and analysis (1:43:00), and more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the weekend's events in the US and Europe as the tour gets ready to head across the Atlantic for an Elite Series event -- the PCS Open -- and a Major, the European Open. The guys break down the Kansas City Wide Open and Skellefteå Open before previewing the PCS coming up in Norway.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the birdiefest at the Preserve, the Natalie Ryan situation, and bounceback weekends for two world champions (0:00). Plus: Hole 18 review, #PurseWatch, and a flurry of European Open updates, Kansas City Wide Open preview and picks (36:25)
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take a big batch of listener emails in a mailbag segment and get a little off the rails talking about sno-cones (0:00). Then Charlie gives a late update on the Natalie Ryan lawsuit against The Preserve (45:50), before the guys preview the Preserve and make their picks (51:10).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Des Moines Challenge (0:00) before welcoming in Chris Clark of Disc Golf dot Law to talk about a new lawsuit against Paul McBeth and Dylan Cease at their Florida course, updates on the Natalie Ryan lawsuits, and Gannon Buhr's settlement with Prodigy (16:50). Plus: holy cow can the kids throw far these days (47:20).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Presidents' Cup lineups before talking with DDO winner Parker Welck. Then they are joined by Des Moines Challenge TD Ty Tannatt before making their DMC picks!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss a wild finish at the Dynamic Discs Open, including the lowest rated winner at an Elite Series or Major since 2004! They also talk some Konopiste Open, DDO's spectator woes, and more.
The Upshot is presented by Pound Disc Golf.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss disc golf tournaments in major metro areas (0:00) before interviewing Dynamic Discs content creator Danny Lindahl about his career and the Dynamic Discs Open, this weekend's Elite Series stop (14:10). The guys also make their picks and discuss Valerie Mandujano's return as they preview the DDO (33:25).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas (subbing in for Josh Mansfield this week) discuss the Zoo Town Open, Kristin Tattar's ongoing dominance, and Evan Scott and the young player ascension (0:00). Plus: Paul McBeth's Pro Forester bounceback, ratings updates, upcoming DGN post-production projects, and more (22:35).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield have started a hypothetical disc manufacturer and they ask the question: what would they pay to buy a player contract off of another manufacturer (0:00)? Then Juliana Korver joins the show, fresh off of a top 3 finish at the Portland Open (48:15), before the guys preview the Zoo Town Open in Montana, a tournament and course that Josh knows well (1:07:40).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down a crazy weekend of disc golf, with the Portland Open, Estonian Open, injuries, streaks, and more to discuss (0:00). Plus: PGA Tour and LIV Golf merger?? Hole 18 reviews, #PurseWatch, and more (50:50).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the Cascade Challenge (0:00), a new Silver event in Washington state, leading them down a path to talking about James Conrad's Hall of Fame candidacy (15:15). Then they hit a great 30 Second Rule segment (32:45) before diving into the Portland Open and the new Glendoveer West (42:05). Plus: #PurseWatch, picks, and an over/under!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the 2023 season so far, including some of the great storylines since Champions Cup (8:55). Then, after 30 Second Rule (21:50), they get you ready for the Cascade Challenge in Washington (32:00).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Beaver State Fling and Jen Allen's long-deserved first tour win (0:00)! And how about the 15-year-old Carter Ahrens finishing in 5th? Plus: Drew Gibson stirs things up on Twitter (again) (23:35).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the new Milo Gold layout at the Beaver State Fling, a Silver event this weekend on the DGPT, with the help of an Oregon local (0:00). Then the guys rank their top 5s in three categories -- blind (29:40)! Plus: BSF picks and an over/under (58:10).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield dive more into the Ryan vs. PDGA/DGPT court case and the DGPT's win on appeal, with Ryan being allowed and then disallowed to play in less than 48 hours (0:00). Then they recap the OTB Open and discuss another new first time Elite Series winner (24:05). The guys also check in on the DGPT standings, review hole 18, check in on the #PurseWatch, and more (52:15).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the OTB Open in a huge show this week. They interview the TDs Sean Jack and Shawn Mercy (8:05) before discussing the Federal Court's ruling in favor of Natalie Ryan, including an interview with her lawyer Brian Sciacca (34:30). They also make some spicy picks (1:02:05).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss breaking legal news from disc golf, including the end of the Prodigy lawsuit against Gannon Buhr and an escalation in the Natalie Ryan case, with a temporary restraining order filed last week (0:00). Then the guys open up mailbag about Worlds tickets, disc prices, and Jomez (24:35).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss disc golf's forthcoming re-appearance at the World Games (7:20), break down the ticketing (including the $1200 Gold Pass!) for the World Championships (13:30), and then re-rank manufacturer teams after the first chunk of the 2023 season (28:20).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in DGPT CEO Jeff Spring and JomezPro founder Jonathan Gomez to discuss the Pro Tour's acquisition of Jomez in a landmark media consolidation (3:55). Then they provide their own thoughts on the deal (51:20) before hitting Jonesboro Open #PurseWatch, giving their hole 18 grades, and more (1:09:45).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield check in on their fantasy teams' performance from the season and their picks so far before breaking down the top 10 finishers at the Champions Cup (0:00). Then Charlie talks with Kat Mertsch after her first top 3 finish at a major (36:55) before the guys break down the Jonesboro Open and make their picks (53:45).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the first major of the 2023 season, the Champions Cup (0:00). What can we take away from dominant victories in both divisions? The guys also talk with Silas Schultz, who got his first top 5 finish on tour (33:45), before getting to #PurseWatch, the Hole 18 review, and more (59:30).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss Bradley Wililams' final round decision and attack some mail (0:00) before speaking to Champions Cup TD Nate Heinold (27:35). Then they preview the Champions Cup at WR Jackson, break down the course, make their picks, and get you ready for the first major of the season (44:45).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Innova Blue Ridge Championships at North Cove, including Kristin Tattar's dominant victory, Gannon Buhr's chase card win (yes, chase card again!), Bradley Williams' layup decision, the courses, and more (4:00). Plus, the guys discuss the battle of #1s between Gannon Buhr and Calvin Heimburg and ask the question: could Kristin be the first woman to reach a 1000 rating (28:00)?
Note: Due to this week's Champions Cup major, episodes of the Upshot will publish on a Monday/Wednesday schedule.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield go deeper on the FPO side of the action at the Music City Open (0:00) before welcoming in Innova Blue Ridge Championships at North Cove TD Henry Childres to talk about the pro debut of the beautiful property in North Carolina (22:55). The guys break down the course, make their picks, and then get into a 30 Second Rule to hit a few additional topics (37:55).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the Music City Open, the wild MPO finish, and Josh ranks his top five Simon stats (2:30). The guys welcome in Brian Earhart to talk about the season so far and get his spicy take on Paul McBeth (38:10). Plus: #PurseWatch, picks, hole 18 ranked, and more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield preview the Music City Open, the fourth Elite Series stop of the season, covering course changes and the keys to success (3:30). Then, Charlie interviews Ricky Wysocki about his status and what's next for him, as well as his thoughts on the season so far and his Masters picks (21:40). Charlie and Josh wrap things up by making their Music City Open picks and debating an over/under (38:15).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk March Madness (3:20) and Throw Down the Mountain (14:10) before hitting #420, College Disc Golf, and more in 30 Second Rule (24:10).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield make their too-early picks for every Major this season -- yes, including Throw Pink -- and give an overview of each of the events. Champions Cup is just three weeks away!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Innova Open at Texas States, the first DGPT Silver event of the season (0:00). Then they welcome in Sai Ananda to talk about her first tour win (19:50). Plus: an action packed 30 second rule (1:04:50)!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk PDGA Majors registration (4:50) and take listener mail about the start of the 2023 season, the Majors, and more (24:50). Then they welcome in Cole Redalen after his strong start to the year (47:30). Plus: Texas States preview and picks (1:14:55).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Open at Austin results and what we've learned so far this season (0:00). Then Charlie talks with Gannon Buhr about his win, the course, the Prodigy lawsuit, and plenty more (38:15). Finally, Charlie and Josh do a speed round in 30 Second Rule (1:06:05).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield preview the Open at Austin with a special March Madness bracket format (3:55). Plus: Picks and an over/under (45:45) -- and some big Gannon Buhr news!
NOTE: Prodigy's lawsuit against Gannon Buhr is still pending. The withdrawal of the request for a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction cited in the show is still notable, but the original complaint is still active.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about the top five finishers at WACO -- and the top 5 top-rated players' finishes at WACO (MPO at 3:05, FPO at 34:50). Plus: picks, #PurseWatch, and rating hole 18 (1:03:10).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the new House of Discs -- the parent company of Latitude 64 -- purchasing Dynamic Discs and becoming one of the industry's biggest companies (6:50). They talk with DD founder Jeremy Rusco about his decision to sell and what's next for the company (13:30). Then they preview the Waco Annual Charity Open, including some notable season debuts (and a few key missing players), along with picks, #PurseWatch, an over/under, and more (46:10).
Charlie Eisenhood is back and joins Josh Mansfield for a catch-up show (0:00) and a fantastic interview with LVC 9th place finisher Caroline Henderson (17:00). Plus: some updates on the legal drama in disc golf (52:45).
Josh Mansfield is joined by Dan Prentice once again as they wrap up coverage of the Las Vegas Challenge with an update to New Bag, Who Dis (0:00). They discuss the news that the DGPT changed the format to the Tour Championship and postseason awards (22:05), before diving into the mailbag (42:45).
Josh Mansfield and guest host Dan Prentice review what happened this weekend at the Las Vegas Challenge including Catrina Allen's coast to coast win, Calvin Heimburg's hole 18 victory over Kevin Jones, Paul McBeth and the Goose, and more (4:30). Then they overreact to the first DGPT results of the year (51:05), before discussing disc golf legal news involving Gannon Buhr and Natalie Ryan (1:10:55).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the first DGPT Elite Series event of the year, the Las Vegas Challenge (0:00), where four rounds of action start today at Wildhorse. Then, LVC TD Scott Merritt stops by to discuss the event (19:00). Finally, hear the year's first podium picks and official over/under (38:40).
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Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the biggest stories they'll be watching to start the 2023 disc golf season. Plus: a 13 year old MPO champion??
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down every angle of the All-Star weekend in Tucson, AZ, the unofficial kickoff event of the 2023 disc golf season (0:00)! They pick winners, choose doubles pairings, and more (23:00). Note: this show was recorded prior to the news of Gannon Buhr leaving his Prodigy sponsorship.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the shocking news of Gannon Buhr leaving his Prodigy contract a year early (5:20) before welcoming in Daniel Prentice for a preseason draft (25:45)!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the 2023 changes to the Disc Golf Network's live coverage (0:00), including the end of final rounds free on YouTube, more Silver coverage, a new pre/post/half show, and more. Then they look ahead to what the future could hold for live coverage (22:40).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss Champ (0:00) before diving into an Upshot classic, Reel Me In or Cut Me Loose (10:25). Then they debut (sorta) the Drop Zone segment (50:15) and Charlie delivers a PDGA Minute (56:15).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield buy, hold, and sell MPO (3:50) and FPO (29:45) player stocks heading into the 2023 season.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about a variety of topics to start the show, including their top 3 tournaments to rewatch to get you hyped for the 2023 season (23:55). Then they dive into the DGPT's just-announced post-production plan for the upcoming season, including Jomez adding FPO lead card (38:00).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield rank the top 10 manufacturer sponsorship teams after the offseason (0:00). With some big signings and surprises moves, how much will the list change from last year? Every company also gets an offseason grade for their efforts in free agency.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in DGPT CEO Jeff Spring to answer questions about the Disc Golf Pro Tour's new expansion in Europe (7:00) and give their thoughts on the plans to stream seven PDGA Euro Tour events on DGN and offer Silver points at each stop (36:00). Then the guys name players to watch in 2023 in four different categories, including their Player of the Year predictions (50:10)!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield open up the mailbag for some contract talk, Eagle predictions, and more (0:00). Then they sort every Elite Series and Major for 2023 into their tier lists -- and there are some shocking takes (35:00).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the final few pieces of the contract puzzle (3:00) before turning their attention to the upcoming disc golf season. They first look at the 2023 injury report (8:40) before diving into the biggest stories to watch in 2023 (23:45), both on the course and, for subscribers, off.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield go deep on the biggest move of the offseason: Simon Lizotte to MVP Disc Sports (0:00). From the size of the contract to the inside details, the guys break down every angle of the signing and what it means for every party involved. Then they discuss Discraft's Elite Team signings and the strength of Discraft's sponsored pros heading into 2023 (1:01:00).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk through the top 10 stories of the 2022 offseason (8:00). While there are still some big dominos left to fall, there is plenty to talk about after a couple of weeks away for the holidays.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in UDisc Marketing Director Steve Hill, Inside Lacrosse CEO Terry Foy, and USA Pickleball Chief Marketing Officer Chuck Menke to discuss the world of emerging sports, from the benefits of rapid growth to the challenges of public acceptance. It's a fascinating look at how different sports have similar patterns but different needs. Happy Holidays from The Upshot!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield react to the PDGA 2024 major selection and Emerson Keith signing with Lone Star (0:00) before breaking down the biggest gaffes, goofs, and wacky moments of the 2022 season (18:05).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield complete their storyline bracket after discussing the latest pro sponsorship moves.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
3:10 The Hot Stove
18:45 Storylines Bracket Quarterfinals
40:30 Semifinals
48:10 The Final
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield read listener comments and emails about the new transgender rules from the PDGA and DGPT (0:00). Then they dive into their 2022 storylines of the year bracket (37:20). Plus: Eveliina Salonen and the #1 fan favorite player (.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the new gender-based division guidelines from the PDGA and the DGPT. They welcome in transgender athlete researcher Joanna Harper to discuss the new policy and go deep on the medical committee findings, survey results, and what might be next. Later in the show, they talk about Anthony Barela's announcement that he is leaving Innova after nine years of sponsorship.
Chapters
0:00 PDGA Updates FPO Regulations
8:20 Joanna Harper Interview
24:25 PDGA Policy Fairness
36:30 Medical Subcommittee Report
47:25 PDGA Survey Results
57:15 Reactions & Future
1:08:10 Anthony Barela News
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk to 2018 world champion Paige Shue about her decision to leave Dynamic Discs and what's in store for her in 2023. Then they pick their top 3 players to watch in both MPO and FPO in 2023!
Chapters
0:00 Velediaz Promoted
4:50 Paige Shue Interview
24:55 Final Thoughts on Paige Shue
31:35 Players to Watch in 2023
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about hypothetical disc golf scenarios in a "What If?" segment. But first, they dive into some manufacturer sponsorship news and talk about some dominos that could still fall.
Chapters
0:00 Hot Stove News
11:50 Lone Star, Mint, & Innova
23:00 Expired Contracts, James Conrad, Brodie Smith
34:40 What If?
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield interview Todd Rainwater and Jeff Spring, the Disc Golf Pro Tour majority owner and CEO, respectively. They talk about the Steve Dodge era, the profit potential of the business, the growth plan, and much more.
Chapters
0:00 Introducing Jeff Spring & Todd Rainwater
6:00 Investment & Financial Outlook
12:20 Past & Future Growth Projections
19:30 Upgrades, Hiring, & Operations
27:10 Revenue Streams & Sponsorships
34:45 International DG & Ticket Prices
41:20 Pressing Issues & Headquarters
51:40 DGPT in 10 Years
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss Black Friday in the new era of disc golf (1:40) and take some emails about their Sports Envy show from last week (16:50). Then they give out the first annual Birdie Awards -- and some Bogeys too (28:40)!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield ring in the Thanksgiving holiday by giving thanks to five elements of disc golf. They shout out a few listeners who offered their disc golf thanks as well!
Charlie and Josh look at disc golf through the lens of what it can learn from other sports, from football's production quality to pickleballs' small footprint and community energy.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
2:35 Soccer
7:20 Baseball
11:00 Football
13:35 Basketball
18:40 Pickleball
24:10 College Sports
29:45 Ultimate Frisbee
33:25 Hockey
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield rank the manufacturers’ seasons based on their sponsored players’ performances in 2022. Who outperformed expectations? Who slid to the bottom or climbed to the top?
Chapters
0:00 Kristin Tattar News
4:45 Manufacturer's Cup Rankings
5:55 FPO Manufacturers #10-4
20:25 FPO Manufacturer Podium
32:45 MPO Manufacturers #10-4
53:15 MPO Manufacturers Podium
1:04:20 2023 Predictions
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield are joined by Finland's Seppo Paju on the latest Upshot Interview Series. They discuss his decision to retire from professional disc golf, his pioneering pro career, the European disc golf scene, and more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk briefly about the New World Championships before diving into Nikko Locastro's new sponsorship deal with Lone Star Discs. Then, they break down 2022 by the numbers, talking stats, records, and more from a fantastic 2022 season.
Chapters
0:00 New World Championship Recap
4:35 Nikko's New Sponsor
18:30 2022 by the Numbers
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield catch up after a week off, including schedule changes, Tour Card qualification, and DGPT awards. Plus: a preview of the New World Championship, a wraparound Silver event.
Chapters
0:00 Catching Up
4:05 Silver Series Changes
8:35 Tour Card
22:40 DGPT Awards
40:20 Beef with Brodie?
44:30 New World Championship Preview & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about the first event of the 2022-2023 DGPT season, the Lake Marshall Open! Two first-time tour winners take home the crowns, and the course looks fantastic. Plus: should Eagle have been on our All-Star ballots? And a new Inside The Circle.
Chapters
0:00 Halloween
4:15 Lake Marshall Open Recap
27:35 DGN's "On Tour"
41:15 DGN Subscription Giveaway
42:25 Listener Ballot Feedback
47:35 Inside the Circle
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you set for the start of the 2023 (!) Disc Golf Pro Tour season with the first wraparound Silver event, the Lake Marshall Open. They make their first picks of the 2023 season as well!
Chapters
0:00 Spooky Season
5:10 Lake Marshall Open Preview
15:10 DGN's "On Tour"
23:55 Lake Marshall Open Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about ultimate frisbee Nationals before diving into the disastrous Big Money Skins livestream and GK Pro's smart followup. Then they break down their DGPT Award Ballots for Player of the Year, Most Improved, and 2nd/3rd Team All-Stars.
Chapters
0:00 Ultimate's National Championships
14:00 Big Money Skins
27:55 2023 DGPT Points System
42:20 Josh & Charlie's Awards Ballots
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield catch up on some DGPT Championship mail before discussing this weekend's Big Money Skins competition at Eagle's Crossing.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
5:00 Mailbag
40:45 Big Money Skins
52:20 Over/Under
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the 2022 Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship and the big $35,000 winners. They dive into the ups and downs of the finals and break down the season over all. Later: who is this year's Player of the Year? And some discussion of Calvin Heimburg's five-year Innova contract extension and Kyle Klein's four year re-up with Discmania.
Chapters
0:00 Josh's First Concert
7:00 DGPT Championship Recap
14:15 FPO Story of the Season
22:40 Who Gets Their First Tour Win in 2023?
27:25 Veterans vs Youth in MPO
34:50 Final Round Storylines
42:40 Hot Stove Cookin'
52:10 Player of the Year Race
Charlie and Josh dive into this weeks' DGPT Championship, the final event of the 2022 season. They look at the course, the format, and make their picks. Plus, they review the USDGC course changes and open some reader feedback on the experience at Winthrop.
Chapters
0:00 DGPT Championships
7:10 USDGC Course & Event Changes
22:15 Spectator Feedback on USDGC
30:55 DGPT Championship Format
43:15 Nevin Park Course
49:15 DGPT Championship Picks
Gannon Buhr is this week's guest on The Upshot Interview Series. He just won the 2022 USDGC to cap off a tremendous season in which he finished #4 in the DGPT points standings and had the best average Elite Series and Major finish on tour. He talks about his year so far, dives deep on the final round of the USDGC, and shares thoughts on what makes the great pros great.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the final Major of the season, the United States Disc Golf Championship. And the Throw Pink Women's Disc Golf Championship, a major without the capital M. The guys talk the winners, the top 10 storylines, #PurseWatch, and more.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
3:45 17 Facts about Gannon Buhr
20:25 Key Moments of Buhr's Win
26:40 Catrina Allen Wins Throw Pink
33:10 Purse Watch
38:40 Top 10 Non-Winner Storylines
1:04:35 A New Era?
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the 2022 DGPT Championship purse and sponsorship before diving into some listener emails about the 2023 schedule. Then they preview the USDGC and Throw Pink Women’s DGC, including a new segment, Win/Cash/Cut.
Chapters
0:00 DGPT Championships Purse
7:40 Mulligan and Mailbag
27:10 PDGA Transgender Survey
36:10 More Mulligans & Player Course Feedback
41:35 USDGC & Throw Pink History
48:00 Win, Cash, Cut
56:50 USDGC & Throw Pink Picks
1:04:15 Over/Under
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the 2023 Disc Golf Pro Tour schedule, air their grievances, and discuss the backloaded nature of next year's season. Then they talk about whether the Throw Pink Women's Disc Golf Championship at Winthrop should be elevated to Major status before going inside the circle to talk about Nikko Locastro's reduced suspension, Eagle McMahon cutting his season short, and more.
Chapters
0:00 2023 DGPT Schedule Breakdown
38:05 Should Throw Pink Be a Major?
53:45 Inside the Circle
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take a few listener questions about the MVP Open at Maple Hill, talk about the Million Dollar Shot, and get to the #PurseWatch before diving into this year's course changes at USDGC and Throw Pink. Are the new holes gimmicky or properly challenging? They break it all down.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
2:40 Purse Watch
9:45 Million Dollar Ace Shot
15:50 MVP Open Mailbag
35:40 Winthrop Hole Breakdown
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the final results of the 2022 Disc Golf Pro Tour season and which players have earned spots in the DGPT Championship. Then they dive into the results of the MVP Open and talk about a wild Sunday afternoon with playoffs, heartbreak, elation, and more multi-tournament victors.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
2:45 Regular Season Recap
6:40 Wysocki Doubles Down
10:25 Who Impressed this Year?
16:05 Who is Out of the Championship?
20:00 Reviewing Over/Unders
25:20 MVP's Importance
28:55 Lizotte's Comeback
42:05 POTY Race Update
48:40 Ryan's Playoff Win
56:45 More FPO Storylines
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take some listener mail re. the Green Mountain Championships before discussing the best seasons in FPO history and where Kristin Tattar's might fall. Then, they preview the MVP Open at Maple Hill, the final chance for players to earn a spot at the DGPT Championship.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
2:30 Purse Watch
5:30 Listener Mail
10:50 Best FPO Seasons
30:05 MVP Open Preview
42:00 MVP Open Picks
51:15 What to Watch For
Charlie and Josh chat with Jeff Spring in depth about the Disc Golf Pro Tour, the future of the Disc Golf Network and more!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the action from the Green Mountain Championships at the start of the DGPT playoffs. They talk about Ricky opening the door for Chris Dickerson before slamming it shut on the final hole, #UmbrellaGate, the layup on 17, another dominant win for Kristin Tattar, and more. Plus: Ricky's comments on the World Championships and an updated look at the Pro Tour standings with just one more event before the Tour Championship.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
3:00 MPO's Wild Finish
23:20 More MPO Storylines
26:20 Ricky's Controversial Comments
43:00 Tattar Dominant Again
47:15 Rest of the FPO Field
59:20 Playoff Format & Player Movement
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take a look at the latest ratings update before diving into a conversation about the state of the Player of the Year race. Then they preview the Disc Golf Pro Tour playoffs that begin with this weekend's Green Mountain Championships!
Chapters
0:00 Ratings Update
8:30 POTY Race
24:50 Sunset Lake CBD
25:50 GMC Courses Preview
30:30 DGPT Playoff Format
33:30 Over/Unders
42:35 GMC Preview & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield open up a big batch of mail on this Tuesday's Upshot, including some thoughts about Joel Freeman's blistering 14-under round at the Butler County Disc Golf Classic.
Chapters
0:00 Butler County Classic
10:40 The Ratings System
20:15 Canadian Nationals
22:20 Mailbag Over Under
27:10 PDGA Bids & Growth
44:25 Drafting Under 26 Players
1:04:30 Top FPO Worlds Players
1:12:00 2023 DGPT Events
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk media, courses, spectators, and more from the 2022 World Championships. Then they welcome in 6-time world champion Paul McBeth to talk about his comeback, the shots on 17, the calf injury, and a whole lot more.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
2:40 Worlds Media Coverage
26:30 Spectators
35:55 Grading Courses
43:40 Paul McBeth Interview
1:26:00 Final McBeth Thoughts
1:29:15 Mulligans
1:31:00 Butler County Preview & Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in Kristin Tattar on The Upshot Interview Series fresh off of her first-ever Worlds win. They talk her career, the season thus far, how her elbow is feeling, what this will mean for her moving forward, and lots more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the action from the 2022 PDGA Pro World Championships! From the epic McBeth comeback to Kristin Tattar’s dominant win, they dig deep on the biggest stories. Plus: #PurseWatch, too 5 storylines revisited, and notes on the top 10 on the leaderboard.
Chapters
0:00 McBeth Still On Top
10:45 Breaking Down Holes 15 & 17
19:00 Gossage Elevated McBeth
26:10 Tattar Dominates
36:15 Purse Watch
40:30 Reviewing Preview Storylines
52:00 FPO Top Ten
1:02:20 MPO Top Ten
Don't miss this LIVE rapid reaction to the third round of the 2022 World Championships from Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield go deeper on the World Championships, including a closer look at course changes since DDO, the weather, the top 5 storylines, the sleeper picks, their own picks, and of course some over/unders! Plus: who got that dawg in ‘em??
Chapters
0:00 World Championships Preview Pt 2
3:40 Course Changes
9:05 Weather Forecast
13:40 Top 5 Worlds Storylines
35:10 Betting Odds
41:05 Sleeper Picks
47:55 "Who Got That Dawg"
56:45 World Championships Picks
1:16:05 Over/Under
1:20:00 Post-Production
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield preview the 2022 World Championships, including a course breakdown, media primer, and more. They also rank players into tiers for their chances to win Worlds in Emporia and introduce a new betting game specifically for Worlds.
Chapters
0:00 World Championships Preview
12:55 Courses & DDO Results
32:15 FPO Worlds Tiers
50:45 MPO Worlds Tiers
1:10:15 Over/Under & Odds to Win
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with Des Moines Challenge second place finisher Robert Burridge, who won a College Championship in 2022 and the US Amateur title in 2021. He talks about his plans after college, what it was like playing against Simon Lizotte, the strengths and weaknesses of his game, and a whole lot more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down a thriller at the 2022 Des Moines Challenge and try to glean what they can learn from it about Worlds. They also discuss a strange story about Paige Pierce at the Emporia Country Club and talk about Jussi Meresmaa's arrest for soliciting prostitution.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take a look at the impending DGPT playoffs and the cut lines for both the Green Mountain Championships and MVP Open. They dive into what's at stake at DMC and the World Championships. They also get you ready for the action at DMC, make their picks, hit an over/under bet, and vow to get into the playoff spirit.
Chapters
0:00 DGPT Playoffs & Cut Lines
11:10 Redefining Success with DGPT Points
17:00 More Playoff Talk
21:25 DMC & Financing Purses
32:20 Bag or Bust
36:50 Over/Under
38:10 DMC Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with Des Moines Challenge TD Ty Tannatt about the tournament, the eye-popping purse, the DGPT's retail arm, and more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the 2022 Ledgestone Open and discuss some amazing statistics coming out of the tournament. They also look at the record-setting purse and talk about #BigMoneyMissy. Plus: what's the current state of the disc golf media landscape?
Chapters
0:00 Pound Rufus Unboxing
5:25 Ledgestone MPO Recap
24:15 Fixing Timing Rules
29:15 McBeth's Drought
36:50 "Big Money Missy"
38:35 Purse Watch
41:45 FPO Courses & Skill
47:50 Missy, Top 5, Wild Stats
58:40 State of DG Media
It's a jam-packed Upshot episode this Thursday as Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield review the new documentary Fierce before talking about Nikko Locastro's suspension, Paul McBeth's reaction, and the suddenly emerging beef between former pals McBeth and Brodie Smith. Then the guys quickly preview the Ledgestone Open taking place this weekend on the DGPT.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
1:55 Champions Cup News
6:45 'Fierce' Reviews
16:55 Nikko Locastro's Suspension
27:30 Paul McBeth Weighs In
35:00 Brodie and Paul Twitter Beef
40:45 Ledgestone Preview & Picks
43:30 Over/Under
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with Paige Pierce about her new documentary, Fierce; the growth of disc golf; and the 2022 season so far. She also weighs in on Nikko's suspension, Brodie and Paul's beef, and rule enforcement.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get into a huge edition of Inside The Circle before breaking down the action at the Mid-America Open at Harmony Bends, including Alden Harris' first career win. Plus: do the time rules on tour need to be addressed? A plodding MPO final round lead card has a lot of people saying YES.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
3:30 Inside the Circle
22:10 Mid-America Open Recap
39:25 Timing Rules
1:00:10 Purse Watch & More
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield open up a great batch of listener mail before debuting a new disc review segment, Bag or Bust! Plus: picks and an over/under for the Mid-America Open.
Chapters
0:00 Mailbag
40:25 Bag or Bust
51:15 Mid-America Open Preview & Picks
57:25 Over/Under
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield interview Natalie Ryan, the first openly transgender player to win an Elite Series event. They discuss her development as a player, how she tackled Toboggan, her thoughts on the inclusion/fairness question for transgender women competing in FPO, and much more.
Chapters
0:00 Introducing Natalie Ryan
5:35 Response to Winning DGLO
8:45 The Toboggan Course
10:45 Developing as a Player
12:30 Sponsorship with Neptune
15:40 Payouts & Road Life
18:10 Mentality in the Final Round
21:30 Policymaking for Trans Players
28:35 Goals for the Season
30:30 Throwing an Open Bag
33:40 Mid-America Open & Short Courses
36:20 The DGPT Championship
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the action at the DGPT's Great Lakes Open, including Calvin Heimburg's second playoff win of the season, Corey Ellis' strong showing, and Natalie Ryan's first Elite Series win. Plus: more on transgender women competing in FPO. The guys also take a look at where things stand in the DGPT standings and Player of the Year race, and also check in with the Rookie Report and #PurseWatch.
Chapters
0:00 Sunset Lake CBD
1:30 Great Lakes Open Results
4:15 Heimburg, Ellis, & Putting Stats
21:05 More MPO Chatter
26:00 Natalie Ryan's FPO Win
29:35 Balancing Inclusivity & Competition
44:20 DGPT Standings & POTY Race
57:30 Rookie Report
1:02:40 Purse Watch
Josh and Charlie take some listener mail before talking with Nate Heinold, president of the PDGA board of directors and tournament director for DGLO.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the historic battle between Paul and Eagle, discuss Nikko Locastro's suspension, and talk about the significance of Paige's 17th major.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield go Inside the Circle before walking through all 18 holes of The Beast and discussing who's missing from the European Open. Then they give their championship odds for the field and wrap up with picks and an over/under.
Chapters
0:00 Inside the Circle
9:25 The Beast
22:55 Injuries & Absences
29:30 FPO Championship Odds
38:30 MPO Championship Odds
51:50 European Open Picks
1:00:30 Over/Under
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the PCS Sula Open and the start of the European leg of the tour. They also begin to break down the European Open, what kind of spectator numbers to expect, why this is such a great event, and what odds a European MPO player has to win the tournament.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
5:20 The World Games
10:00 PCS Sula Recap
25:00 Purse Watch
27:50 Sula & European Open
31:35 Sunset Lake CBD
33:45 European Open DGN Coverage
42:05 Presidents Cup
44:30 Over/Under
46:00 Presidents Cup Captains
49:30 European Open History & Experience
58:10 Over/Under Pt 2!
Josh Mansfield catches up with "friend of the pod" Casey White to talk about his career goals, the state of the tour for young players, and the importance of DGPT points.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the LWS Open at Idlewild and discuss the newest member of the Elite Series wins club. Then they talk about which players are trending up and trending down as they head into the European swing.
Chapters
0:00 Disc Golf at the World Games
4:20 Idlewild MPO Recap
21:05 Idlewild FPO Recap
35:35 Trending Up & Down
59:55 Spectator Experience
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield preview the LWS Open at Idlewild, looking at what it takes to be successful and best value picks before offering up their own picks for the weekend and wrapping up with a spicy over/under.
Chapters
0:00 LWS Open at Idlewild
8:35 What Does It Take to Win?
10:40 Course Changes & Value Picks
14:20 Idlewild Picks
22:30 Over/Under
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the 2022 US Women’s Disc Golf Championships, from the competition to the courses to the viewership. Plus: #PurseWatch
Chapters
0:00 Happy 4th of July!
2:10 Hailey King Wins USWDGC
12:20 Mandujano, Scoggins Podium
18:15 Maria Oliva & Eveliina Salonen
25:10 What Happened to Paige?
27:20 Winners in Other Divisions
30:40 Verdict on the Courses
46:20 Innova's Great Weekend
54:10 By the Numbers
58:00 Purse Watch
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield preview the 2022 US Women's Disc Golf Championships. They break down the courses, the field, and what a win would mean for each of the contenders. Plus, of course, their picks and an over/under! Check out all the picks and results at http://discgolf.ultiworld.com/upshot-picks
Chapters
0:00 US Women's Championship!
11:55 Course Selection & Caddie Books
20:50 Stakes of Winning this Major
30:55 Who Could Win Their First Major?
36:50 US Women's Picks
42:15 Over/Under
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in the disc golf legend JohnE McCray for episode #25 of The Upshot Interview Series. JohnE discusses his recovery from a heart attack, what’s next for him in disc golf, McBeth v Climo, turbo putting, and more!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield look back at The Preserve Championship and discuss Bradley Williams' and Paige Pierce's wins, why The Preserve could be a model of courses moving forward, and whether some recent results are Trends or Anomalies. Then they take a look at the stats at the midway point of the season and reflect on where things stand and what's to come.
Chapters
0:00 Ice Machines
4:15 The Preserve Recap
18:55 Trend or Anomaly?
41:55 Midseason Review
58:25 Purse Watch
Josh Mansfield is joined by Charlie Eisenhood (he's back!) to discuss LIV Golf's disrupting effect on the PGA Tour and what disc golf can learn from this, before previewing everything you need to know The Preserve Championship, including the course layout, fantasy value adds, and more. Finally, Charlie and Josh make their picks for The Preserve and set this week's Over/Under.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
7:45 Fraud at Match Play Championship
12:20 LIV Golf & Disc Golf
35:30 The Preserve Preview & Fantasy Notes
45:30 The Preserve Picks & Over/Under
Josh talks to Holyn Handley about her start in Disc Golf, life as a relatively new touring Pro, Coaching and more on the Upshot Interview Series.
Josh Mansfield is joined by guest (and former Upshot co-host) Jamie Thomas to talk about what happened at the Match Play Championship and what that tournament means to the pros. Jamie then goes deep into DGN's content plans for the off-season, including a Hard Knocks-style season storylines series. Finally, Josh speaks with Danny Voss, the PDGA's Director of Marketing about membership growth, the Global Board of Directors election, and more.
Chapters
0:00 Jamie Thomas is Back!
2:05 Match Play Championship Results
9:25 The Role of Match Play
23:10 Big Payouts & Spectator Feedback
30:05 DGN's Off-Season Content Plans
45:15 Danny Voss on Amateurs & European Open
52:00 Membership Growth
55:55 Global Board of Directors & More
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield tease their upcoming disc review series, Bag or Bust, before launching into a discussion of the June ratings updates, including Kristin Tattar becoming the top rated FPO player, Gannon Buhr, Simon Lizotte, and more. Then they break down everything about the Match Play Championship, including what happens with Calvin Heimburg dropping out, the new format, a Match Play over/under, and their picks for the weekend.
Note that this episode was recorded on Tuesday, before the final player lineup was announced, so the final pools are different than the information available to Charlie & Josh.
Chapters
0:00 Bag or Bust
6:35 June Ratings Updates
22:20 Purse Watch: BSF
24:40 Match Play Championship Preview
31:15 Match Play MPO Picks
36:45 Over/Under
38:15 Match Play FPO Picks
44:00 The New Format
Charlie and Josh talk with Jeremy Koling about Beaver State Fling, his upcoming wedding, life as both a player & commentator, and more on The Upshot Interview Series.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Beaver State Fling and Garrett Gurthie calling his shot! And it's yet another win for Valerie Mandujano. Later in the show, they discuss some notable rules controversies: illegal step putts at US Amateurs and Corey Ellis's disc falling out of the bottom of the basket at BSF.
Chapters
0:00 Beaver State Fling MPO Recap
24:45 Beaver State Fling FPO Recap
38:10 Designing Good FPO Courses
43:10 Over/Under Recap
44:35 Oulu Recap
45:25 Rules Rundown: Foot Fault
56:45 Rules Rundown: Basket Design
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take some emails from listeners that attended the Portland Open to get their thoughts on the event. They also discuss the pools for the Match Play Championships next weekend. After the break, they go Inside The Circle before previewing this weekend's Beaver State Fling.
Charlie Eisenhood talks with Garrett "GG" Gurthie about his 2nd place finish at the Portland Open, his time on and off tour, his craft jerky business, the growth of disc golf, and more on The Upshot Interview Series.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down another thrilling weekend on the DGPT, as the Portland Open went down to the wire in MPO and Valerie Mandujano delivered a dominant win in FPO. Where do players stand this season? What does it mean for Simon to go back-to-back? Those stories and more on today's Upshot podcast.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the Portland Open, including discussion of the new course at Glendoveer, the history of Blue Lake, and more. Plus, the guys go Inside The Circle, make their Portland picks, and give you a spicy over/under!
Back-to-back Elite Series podium finisher Aaron Gossage is this week's guest on The Upshot Interview Series! We talk with Aaron about how he got into the sport, where he sees himself in five years, how he's made so much progress as a player lately, his social media presence, his time competing with Eagle McMahon as a teenager, and lots more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield have a fun mailbag episode with lots of questions and discussion about OTB Open, cannabis in disc golf, Simon Lizotte, and more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the OTB Open results before breaking down who's in and out for the Match Play Championships. They also do a #PurseWatch before welcoming in Simon Lizotte for their interview series.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield preview the OTB Open, the next stop on the Disc Golf Pro Tour Elite Series. But first they discuss Simon Lizotte's thoughts on disc golf courses and Elaine King's return to the broadcast booth. They also break down the potential in this weekend's final push for qualification to the Match Play Championships next month in Colorado!
Charlie and Josh interview the TDs of the OTB Open, the next stop on the Disc Golf Pro Tour. Sean Jack and Shawn Mercy discuss the development of the tournament, their vision for its future, how much money they're bringing in, this year's course changes, and a whole lot more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Masters Cup results and what we've learned about two talented young players. Then they take a look at the #PurseWatch for Masters Cup before asking a question they asked James Conrad last week: what's going to drive the next wave of disc golf's growth? NOTE: There were some recording issues for Charlie during the final segment. Apologies for the choppiness.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the latest ratings update and whether ratings have value for assessing pro players. Then they break down the upcoming Santa Cruz Masters Cup and get prepared for DeLa.
In The Upshot Interview Series, Josh and Charlie talk with 2021 World Champion James Conrad about the Holy Shot, his interview with the Wall Street Journal, rock climbing, his 2022 season so far, and the future of disc golf.
After an off weekend, Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk more about the schedule of the DGPT before digging into listeners' suggestions for improvements to the show and new topics. They give away some subscriptions and then dive into two segment ideas from listeners: the Rookie Report and Devil's Advocate.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield name their top 10 players in their personal power rankings right now -- and one thing each player wishes they could have.
Ella Hansen is the reigning PDGA FPO Rookie of the Year and just made back-to-back podiums on the Disc Golf Pro Tour. Hear from Ella on The Upshot Interview Series about her development as a player, how far she can throw right now, how she's adjusting to life on the road, and what she hopes to achieve.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the 20 biggest stories of the Dynamic Discs Open in honor of its 20th anniversary as a tournament. From Kristin Tattar's second straight win to Ricky Wysocki's victory honoring his sister, it was a memorable event.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield catch up on a couple of additional Jonesboro Open topics before turning to a preview of this weekend's Dynamic Discs Open. Then they go Inside The Circle to talk about the Eagle's Crossing skins match and Matt Bell's $25,000 ace.
On episode #16 of The Upshot Interview Series, Charlie and Josh talk with University of South Carolina psychology professor Mike McCall about mental performance in disc golf, choking and yips, what might be happening to Eveliina Salonen on the putting green, and more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the biggest storylines at the Jonesboro Open, including the first DGPT wins of the season for both Kristin Tattar and #ContractYearCalvin Heimburg. They also look closer at what a compelling season it's been so far. Plus: #PurseWatch
Charlie and Josh dive into the listener mailbag and make their picks for the Jonesboro Open.
Don't miss our picks and over/unders! Vote for who will win: https://discgolf.ultiworld.com/upshot-picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome Champions Cup winner Chris Dickerson into The Upshot Interview Series to discuss his second career major title, his new sponsorship, what he loves about being a pro disc golfer, how he celebrated the win, and more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the key storylines of the Champions Cup, the first major of the season. They also look at the payout in #PurseWatch, check on the DGPT standings, and share opinions on the Kristin Tattar caddie controversy.
After going Inside The Circle in a rare opening segment, Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield dive into this weekend's Champions Cup. Who are the favorites? Who's got the most to gain? Who are the darkhorses? They talk about the development of the event and what to watch for.
Episode #14 of The Upshot Interview Series welcomes in legendary course designer John Houck to discuss the creation of WR Jackson (the home of this weekend's Champions Cup), his course design philosophy, accommodating spectators on wooded courses, and more. Don't miss it!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield tackle a couple of fun segments this week, including This or That and a new one we call Kingmaker as we discuss who could become the #1 disc golfer in the world with a win at this weekend's Champions Cup. Plus: talking Stacie Hass and Albert Tamm's victory at the Open at Tallahassee.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the College Disc Golf Championships before talking through how the Europeans have played so far on the DGPT. Plus, some updates on Halo Polecat sales, Nikko timing followup, and then a look-ahead to this weekend's Open at Tallahassee.
See the over/under selections and tournament picks and vote for who you think will win: https://discgolf.ultiworld.com/upshot-picks
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
3:05 Halo Polecat Update
4:15 College Championships
11:15 Purse Watch
14:20 Pace of Play
20:10 European Review
33:10 Open at Tallahassee
40:20 Picks & Over/Under
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with Christine Jennings on the 13th episode of The Upshot Interview Series. Christine discusses her emergence as a disc golfer, winning PDGA Rookie of the Year, her start in disc golf media and her plan to pull back from it this year, and the balancing act of her different pursuits.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the Music City Open, Chris Dickerson and Missy Gannon's wins, and other key storylines, including Lauri Lehtinen's breakout round 3 and Kat Mertsch's strong season. Then they take a look at the Silver Series overall and assess whether or not it's working. Finishing up, they address the slow pace of play from Nikko Locastro and some other players and whether it needs to be solved.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about having three tournaments in Texas and if that makes sense in the future and whether or not they've been too hard on Calvin Heimburg this season. Then, they go Inside The Circle with a big slate of news before hitting an over/under and making their winner picks for the Music City Open.
Discmania founder and CEO Jussi Meresmaa is this week's guest on The Upshot Interview Series. He talks about the growth of Discmania, the transition to their own production, Innova's re-releases of DM discs, the future of disc golf, and more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take a stats-focused approach to recapping the Texas State Disc Golf Championships. Plus: #PurseWatch
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield look back at manufacturers' offseason signings and discuss who look like early winners and losers. Then they look ahead to this weekend's Texas State Disc Golf Championships.
Check out all the over/unders and picks and make your own: https://discgolf.ultiworld.com/upshot-picks
Chapters
0:00 March Madness
3:40 Manufacturer Teams Winners & Losers
32:45 Texas States Preview
41:35 Over/Under
43:55 Weekend Notes
47:15 Texas States Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with Joel Freeman about his good start to 2022, his strong finish last year, reworking his putt, and, of course, the strawberry shirt on episode #11 of the Upshot Interview Series.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss Eagle McMahon's announcement that he's getting an MRI on his shoulder for a possible labrum tear. Then they dig into the results of The Open at Belton and talk about Chris Dickerson and Catrina Allen's wins.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take a moment to look ahead to the upcoming new Major, the Champions Cup, which is set for a month from now. Then they break down the Open at Belton, the top Silver Series event from 2021. Later, they go Inside the Circle, make their Belton picks, and hit an over/under.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in current DGPT points leader Luke Humphries to discuss his hot start to the 2022 season, how he found disc golf, the genesis of OTB Skins, his rock collecting tips, his new deal with Prodigy, what he loves about touring, and a whole lot more.
Chapters
0:00 Introducing Luke Humphries
4:30 Offseason Changes
7:10 Thoughts on Waco
11:15 Golf into Disc Golf
18:00 Am Worlds & Touring
22:00 OTB Skins
26:45 New Deal with Prodigy
29:15 Winning & Goals
33:15 Best Course
35:55 Rapid Fire Questions
42:30 Touring Lifestyle
46:20 Final Questions
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield dive deep into what happened at the 2022 Waco Annual Charity Open, with Valerie Mandujano and Paul McBeth's wins, Luke Humphries' continued strong play, some surprising names near the top, a broken streak, and more. Then the guys take a look at the start of the 2022 season overall and assess players' performances. Plus: #PurseWatch
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield preview the 2022 Waco Annual Charity Open, the second stop on the DGPT. They talk with WACO TD Ryan Draper about the event, the pandemic shutdown in 2020, the return of spectators, running a DGPT event, and more. They also make their WACO picks, go Inside The Circle, and hit a spicy over/under.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
3:10 Ryan Draper on Waco
39:10 Waco & Past Results
44:50 Storylines for Waco
53:40 Inside the Circle
1:02:20 Over/Under
1:04:50 Waco Picks
Maple Hill disc golf course owner, MVP Open TD, and DGPT founder Steve Dodge is this week's guest on The Upshot Interview Series! We talk about the growth of disc golf, the new $1 million ace contest at MVP Open, the 10 year naming deal with MVP, course design, and more.
Chapters
0:00 Introducing Steve Dodge
6:30 Maple Hill's MVP Deal
11:30 Life Updates
13:30 Ace Run Challenge
18:20 Spectator & Staff Experience
25:40 Changes & Playoff Event
30:40 Boda Brothers
32:40 Course Design
44:00 Innovations in Disc Golf
49:40 Live vs Post-Produced
54:10 Final Thoughts
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield interview 16-year-old Gannon Buhr after his second place finish at the Las Vegas Challenge. Plus, a great batch of listener mail!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the future of the Las Vegas Challenge, the Disc Golf Network coverage this weekend, and what they thought of having a cut before turning to two segments: What's More Likely and Key Questions for later this season.
JomezPro founder and CEO Jonathan Gomez is this week's guest on the Upshot Interview Series! Gomez discusses the growth of the company, the decision to commit to a $250,000/year rights fee with the DGPT, their relationship to live coverage, and more.
Chapters
0:00 Introducing Jonathan Gomez
4:00 Growing the Channel
11:50 Pushing Post-Produced Higher
16:20 The DGPT Contract
23:40 Revenue Sources & Paywalls
37:35 Future-Proofing Jomez
47:40 Spoiling Live Coverage?
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the Las Vegas Challenge, the first DGPT event of the 2022 season. From Drew Gibson v. Gannon Buhr to the European return, the guys dig into the biggest storylines. Stick around for a new segment: "Overreaction or On Target?"
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the Las Vegas Challenge and the start of the 2022 Disc Golf Pro Tour season! First, though, they dig into the news about the DGPT's new media deals, including landing a $500K rights fee from JomezPro. Then the guys make their preseason stock picks before talking about LVC, making their podium picks, and settling on an over/under to kick off the season.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction & Silly Season
5:50 DGPT, JomezPro, Media Rights
18:50 Preseason Player Stock Picks
34:55 Inside the Circle
40:45 Las Vegas Challenge Preview
47:45 LVC's Finances
57:50 LVC Picks & Predictions
1:10:05 Over/Under
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with Ricky Wysocki on the Upshot Interview Series. From his new signature discs to his competitive focus in 2022, Wysocki talks openly about what's going on in his game.
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Chapters
0:00 Introducing Ricky Wysocki
4:15 New Bag of Discs
9:00 Lyme Disease
14:15 Sockibomb Foundation
18:25 Competing & Majors
21:45 Eyeing the Competitors
25:30 New Contract
27:50 Disc Talk & Signature Line
34:55 Support Staff
37:55 2022 Season
41:30 Last Hits & Over/Under
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the idea of a "race finish" in disc golf, akin to the NBA All-Star Game's Elam Ending, before diving into an explainer of how the Disc Golf Pro Tour works, how you earn points as a pro player, and why the points matter. Later, the guys open up letters from the mailbag!
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Chapters
0:00 Introduction
3:20 "Race Finish" in DG
9:30 DGPT Points & Championships
28:55 Tournament Tiering & Stats
35:10 Top Players & Player Ratings
44:00 Opening the Mailbag!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the new PDGA World Rankings before talking about the key storylines to watch heading into the 2022 season. Plus a huge Inside The Circle segment and a season-long over/under.
Chapters
0:00 Introductions & Mulligans
5:05 PDGA World Rankings
20:10 Biggest Storylines of 2022
57:20 Inside the Circle
1:13:35 Over/Under
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with former Upshot host and current UDisc Marketing Director Steve Hill about the latest at the company, what the UDiscLive plan is for 2022, the new Disc Golf Growth Report, and the top courses of the year.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield dig into the DGPT All-Star Weekend and what we learned from it. They talk the biggest surprises, discuss the format, review the live coverage, and consider what takeaways they have heading into the official start of the season.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield preview the DGPT All-Stars Weekend, discuss the addition of "wildcards" Garrett Gurthie and Paul Ulibarri, go Inside The Circle, and make some predictions about the draft.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome Estonia's Kristin Tattar for an interview before she returns to the US to tour in 2022. They discuss her new contract with Latitude 64, her success and struggles in 2021, other top European players, and her plans for the upcoming season.
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Chapters
0:00 Introducing Kristin Tattar
4:40 Playing in the US in 2021
7:15 Latitude 64 Contract
12:30 Looking Back at 2021
14:30 2022 Season
18:25 European Pro Tour & Players
26:00 Looking Ahead at 2022
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss JohnE McCray's sudden heart attack and recovery before talking about the new Sports Illustrated article about Ricky Wysocki, which sparks a fresh Ricky v. Paul conversation! Later, the guys discuss how pay-to-play courses are quickly taking over the top ranks.
Chapters
0:00 Introduction
5:40 DGPT All Star Weekend
10:35 Update on JohnE McCray
16:50 Ricky Wysocki in SI
35:00 Pay to Play Courses
Charlie and Josh discuss European players' return to the US tour in 2022, which players might shine, and what it could mean for future scheduling. Iceland's Bogi Bjarnason stops by to break down what's been going in Europe during the pandemic and offers up an over/under to Josh.
0:00 International Disc Golf!
5:00 Las Vegas Challenge
15:55 Bogi Bjarnason Interview
34:45 Europeans at US Events
50:12 Hosting Worlds in Europe
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield interview Harper Alexander, an officer in the San Francisco Disc Golf Club, the coiner of "Halo Polecat," and the creator of the Polecat World Championships. They discuss his background in the sport, his love for the Polecat, and the growth of the Polecat World Championships.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield look at Infinite Discs' sales data from 2021 and consider what it means for the current state of the sport and the manufacturers. They also look at what the Manufacturers Cup standings from 2021 would have been with the new sponsorship alignments.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the last big sponsorship news: Catrina Allen signing with DGA. What does it mean for a smaller company to land a big name major champion? Then they put on their Eagle, Calvin, Paige, and Cat hats to do a mock draft for the upcoming All-Star Weekend. Whose teams will win?
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 warehouse four times the size of their old one and signing big endorsement contracts with Ricky Wysocki and Kona Panis to start 2022. Hear from him about the changing nature of contracts, DD's growth path, the cost of a disc, and more.
Chapters
0:00 Introducing Jeremy Rusco
2:00 DD's 2022 Player Signings
6:10 Ricky & Kona's Contracts
11:10 Impact of Signings on Sales
18:15 Why go big this year?
19:50 Buyout on Ricky & Leaks
23:50 Statement on Corey Wiltz
26:15 The Role of Sponsors at Major Events
28:30 Outlook for the Next Decade
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 records in 2021; what could it mean for 2022?
Charlie Eisenhood and Pocatello city councilor Josh Mansfield dive into the mailbag to talk video production, USDGC, Match Play Championships, gambling, and more. Plus: the first big Discmania signature disc release since they left Innova.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk a bit more about pro endorsement deals before taking a look at the newly released PDGA A-Tier schedule, which includes the DGPT Silver Series and the EuroTour. Plus a quick look at the NADGT champions!
Charlie Eisenhood and special guest Steve Hill talk about the 2022 disc golf schedule and what's on their wishlist for 2023. Plus: Inside The Circle, digging into the big new contracts for Drew Gibson and Kristin Tattar and addressing Austin Hannum's tweet about transgender players in FPO.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield revisit the Player of the Year conversation at the end of the season before talking with Nathan Queen and Missy Gannon about their DGPT Championship victories.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the Disc Golf Pro Tour Championships, a $250,000 cherry on top of the 2021 season. They break down Nathan Queen and Missy Gannon's big wins, Drew Gibson's great play, some wild moments, and more. Plus: thoughts on the format and new single season earnings record holders in both MPO and FPO!
Charlie and Josh open up some listener mail before going Inside The Circle and then previewing the Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship. Plus: picks and a fun over/under!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about the struggles that pros had in the final round of the USDGC, Paul McBeth's clutch putting down the stretch, Joel Freeman's putter going cold, and Kyle Klein's continued ascension. They also debut a new segment, By The Numbers, to look at some key stats and data from the weekend. They close the show with a look at the Player of the Year race with just one event left on the calendar.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the final round of the USDGC and TPWDGC from Rock Hill, South Carolina. Paul McBeth is now a three-time US champion, putting him into rarified air, and Missy Gannon takes down what has to be the biggest A-Tier in FPO history (was it really a major?).
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down one of the wildest days of disc golf in recent memory from the third round of the US Disc Golf Championship and Throw Pink Women's Disc Golf Championship. Paige Pierce shot 25 strokes worse than she did in round one. What happened? What was the voodoo energy at the course today? Paul McBeth is now out in front chasing his third USDGC title. Can he close out this Major after saying 'Holy Shot' at Worlds?
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap a crucial second round at the USDGC and TPWDGC in Rock Hill, SC, including Chris Dickerson's surge, Paige Pierce's late mistakes, and Drew Gibson's psycho scorecard.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap a surprising first round at the USDGC and TPWDGC in Rock Hill, SC. From Paige Pierce's 1027-rated round to a stunning day two chase card in MPO, there is a lot to talk about.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take an in-depth look at the United States Disc Golf Championships and new Throw Pink Women's Disc Golf Championships, including the history, course changes, pay-perview media plan and criticism, and, of course, this year's competition. They're also joined by Juliana Korver to break down the course and demands on the players.
Note: this episode was recorded before it was clear that Kristin Tattar would not be able to attend.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take a look back at the Music City Open, the final event of the PDGA National Tour (ever!). They talk about Mason Ford's steady play, Ricky's bizarre putt in the playoff, and Hailey King's streakiness. Then they welcome in USDGC Event Director Jonathan Poole and Throw Pink co-founder and TPWDGC TD Sara Nicholson for an interview about next week's events. Plus: the final NT standings!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the bombshell news that the Disc Golf Pro Tour has taken over as the official pro tour of the PDGA and subsumed the National Tour alongside a host of other changes. DGPT CEO Jeff Spring and PDGA Board Prez Nate Heinold stop in for a long interview about the news before the guys react to the changes. What does this mean for the future of the professional game?
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield conclude the 2021 stories match play bracket before going Inside The Circle, which includes the winner of the bracket challenge! Plus: a preview of the Music City Open, the National Tour finale.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the DGPT Match Play Championships and the big payouts for Calvin Heimburg and Paige Pierce. They discuss Ricky Wysocki's early exit and Missy Gannon's strong weekend. They also react to the format, the interviews, and the 12-hole course. Plus: a bonus match play bracket inside the show!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the DGPT Match Play Championships from the first round matchups to the 12-hole course layout. Then, the red hot Andrew Marwede stops by for an interview before the guys go Inside The Circle to discuss some interesting developments around the sport.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the end-of-season Disc Golf Pro Tour standings, including some surprise moves late in the season. They also talk about golf's FedEx Cup and its $15 million prize for the champion. Later, they break down the Green Mountain Championships, Hailey King's unbelievable round 3, and Chris Dickerson's battle with Ricky Wysocki.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about the MVP Open, including Adam Hammes' first DGPT win, Catrina Allen's continued strong play, Eagle's third round struggles, and more. Then, they talk with Ben Osborne, who just made three aces in a four-round A-Tier. They also make their picks and lay down some new over/under bets. Plus: should disc golf get a documentary series?
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with European Pro Tour CEO and DiscGolfStream founder Juha Kytö about his new venture and what it means for the future of European pro disc golf. Then, they preview this weekend's MVP Open, breaking down what makes the course great and the event perhaps even better. Plus: picks and an over/under!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Delaware Disc Golf Challenge and interview the surprise MPO winner, Connor O'Reilly. They also talk about whether athletic newcomers like O'Reilly can become a fixture at the tops of leaderboards before discussing Catrina Allen's superb 1030-rated final round. They also go Inside The Circle about Cale Leiviska's walkoff ace and Big Jerm's injury.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield dig into some mail on this week's show before going Inside The Circle to talk PDGA & WFDF, Vaino Makela, and Idio Shoes. Then they preview the Delaware Disc Golf Challenge -- the penultimate National Tour event of the season -- and give their picks and over/under selections.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap a busy weekend of disc golf, including the Stafford Open, the Finnish Championships, and Am Worlds, before talking about some stunning news about the sales of James Conrad commemorative Worlds discs. Later, they look closer at whether or not there are too many events on the Elite Series.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take a look at the new proposed PDGA rules before talking about their picks for who will win the final stretch of the tour. Plus: Inside The Circle, including a look at the PDGA Spring Summit minutes, and a new segment, Mulligans, where the guys correct their mistakes.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Idlewild Open, including Kyle Klein's first Elite Series win and Andrew Marwede's continued strong play. They also look across the pond at the European DG Championships, including a crazy finish in FPO. Plus: which players won the Midwest?
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about the latest ratings update and who might be next to 1040. They also look ahead to the Idlewild Open, home of one of the tour's best courses. Idlewild's ticket pricing decisions also opens a conversation about what the optimal approach would be.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down all things Ledgestone Insurance Open, including a look at the new Northwood Black, the cancellation of the final MPO round, Paige Pierce's dominance, and the tie between Ricky and Calvin. Plus: should there be a cut at four round events? And a quick preview of the European Championships.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the Ledgestone Insurance Open and have a conversation with TD Nate Heinold about the changes to the Northwoods course, this year's added cash, and the growth of the tournament. Later in the show, they open up some reader mail on a variety of topics.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss a thrilling weekend at The Preserve in Minnesota, including Kristin Tattar's dominance, Ricky Wysocki's surge in the back nine of the final round, and the growing youth movement. Later, they go Inside The Circle and talk PDGA Board election results, disc golf on ESPN2, and Brodie Smith's heavy tweeting from the weekend about the commentary.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with Eagle McMahon, winner of four DGPT events this season, about his season so far, his thoughts on the layout of the tour, his preparation for tournaments, and more. Then they look ahead to the Preserve Championship, the course changes, and, of course, their picks for the weekend.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about the possibility of disc golf in the Olympics in the future before turning to a recap of the action at the Great Lakes Open, including Eagle McMahon's dominance on the DGPT, Kyle Klein's continued emergence, Kristin Tattar's big win, and more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield preview and make picks for the Great Lakes Open. They also talk with new DGLO TD Nate Heinold about course changes and what makes the Toboggan course unique.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about the latest ratings update and the curious case of Marvin Tetzel. They also look at the UDisc World Rankings. Later in the show, they go in the bag to show you the discs they're throwing as intermediate players!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield return to the disc golf stock market to update their portfolios before chatting with Gavin Rathbun about his continued rise in the pro ranks. Plus: a quick chat about the DGPT Celebrity Pro-Am.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Des Moines Challenge, Paul McBeth's crazy post-Worlds streak, and Missy Gannon's first Elite Series victory before talking with Gannon herself about the weekend. Later in the show, the guys go Inside The Circle to discuss PCS Sula, Junior Worlds, and the over/under battle.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take some listener questions about the World Championships in a mailbag segment before going Inside The Circle and then discussing a brand new DGPT stop, the Des Moines Challenge.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield go down the leaderboard to find some hidden stories from the World Championships before asking PDGA Director of Marketing Danny Voss some tough questions about a bumpy week for the organization. Later, they go Inside The Circle, discussing Discmania's new production of Originals, the DGPT returning to ESPN2, and more!
In their first of at least two World Championships focused shows, Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the tournament they just saw, discuss the magnificent hole 18, grade the courses after seeing them played, talk about the live vs. post-production potential paradigm shift, and talk about whether Paige Pierce knew she missed the mandatory on hole 10 or not. Later: rapid-fire listener questions!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the fifth and final round of the 2021 PDGA Pro World Championships and talk with callers about James Conrad’s incredible victory following a 247′ throw-in to force a playoff in front of thousands of fans. Plus: Catrina Allen’s electric win with a brilliant shot on 18.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the fourth round of the 2021 PDGA Pro World Championships and talk with Brodie Smith about the tournament, his decision to rent the driving range with $1000 of his own money, and his thoughts on the PDGA's approach this week.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the third round of the 2021 PDGA Pro World Championships with special guest Valarie Jenkins!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the second round of the 2021 PDGA Pro World Championships!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the first round of the 2021 PDGA Pro World Championships!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in a surprise guest to break down all things World Championships, from the weather to the courses to the contenders to the darkhorses. Plus: picks!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield decide whether they are overreacting to this past weekend's results or if they actually learned something about what we might see at Worlds. Later, they discuss the Europeans coming to Utah, Nikko kicking a mini, and the news of a Celebrity Pro-Am coming in July.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield open up some listener mail before looking ahead to the last weekend of tournaments before Worlds, including the Utah Open, which takes place on the Worlds layouts! Plus: picks and a new segment, Inside The Circle.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Portland Open and the wild final round in MPO, Eagle McMahon winning again on a long distance course, and the state of competition heading into the World Championships. Later, they're joined by Ella Hansen, who talks about her emergence at the top of the FPO scene, what her future holds, and who can outdrive her on tour.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield look ahead to the Portland Open with a conversation with Dustin Keegan, touring pro and course designer of Glendoveer, the new (temporary?) home of the tournament. Plus: some more discussion of ball golf courses on tour.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the unique character of the Masters Cup, some surprising statistics, and Adam Hammes' first Elite Series victory. Later, Hammes joins Charlie for a conversation about his first big career win.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the results of the US Women's Disc Golf Championships before diving into Paige Pierce's social media comments to the PDGA about shortcomings at the event. Later in the show, Pierce stops by for a wide-ranging interview about her mental game, another Major win, her thoughts on the USWDGC and the PDGA, and more. Plus: the latest Power Rankings and a look-ahead to the Masters Cup.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about the OTB Open, a stellar performance from Eagle McMahon, and Paige Pierce's bounceback. They also discuss the relative difficulty of the course and what it means that players were effusive in their praise. Plus: Juliana Korver stops by to talk about her top 10 performance this weekend as well as previewing the US Women's Disc Golf Championship coming up -- the first major of the year!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield dig into the professional player experience and some of the challenges that face many touring players. From healthcare access to retirement plans, players aren't yet able to access many traditional job perks as independent contractors. They talk with Paul Ulibarri and later DGPT CEO Jeff Spring about the topic before later talking some Challenge at Goat Hill and previewing the daunting course at the OTB Open coming up this weekend. Plus: picks for the weekend!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Dynamic Discs Open; talk with Hailey King and her caddy this weekend, Lindsay Rohrdanz; and break down some players that are quietly having a good season. Plus: Udisc Pro price increase, another Discmania ultra-fast sellout, and a decline in live viewership.
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about the Mid-America Open and some fun new names at the top of the leaderboard before making some serious stock picks as they buy, hold, and sell player shares as we head into the next phase of the season. Plus: the Dynamic Discs Open, the name change, Disc Golf Valley, and more!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about the Jonesboro Open, including Catrina Allen's scintillating performance and Ricky Wysocki's incredible play since 2020's restart. Later, they're joined by Casey White, who's been playing great golf in the last six weeks.
Charlie Eisenhood and new guest host Josh Mansfield discuss Simon Lizotte's forthcoming return to the course and the results from the Vintage Open before interviewing Kristin Tattar (27:34) about her plans for 2021 and dealing with COVID-19 in Europe. Later, the guys preview the Jonesboro Open and make their picks before talking about the best young MPO players on tour -- and who's having the best season.
Charlie Eisenhood and guest host Jay "Yeti" Reading dive into a big helping of news this week, including Pro Worlds' 1000 spectator tickets, Bryson DeChambeau playing disc golf with an Augusta local, the cancellation of the Beaver State Fling, the question marks surrounding the European Open, and the start of the College DG Championships.
Later, they're joined by Steve Dodge to talk about Maple Hill, pay-to-play courses, hosting Worlds, and his new board game. To close out the show, the guys discuss the Lone Star Classic winners and payouts before Yeti answers some listener questions in the hot seat.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jay "Yeti" Reading discuss the start of the MLB season before diving into the first National Tour event of the year, the Texas State Disc Golf Championships. Later, they're joined by Ricky Wysocki, fresh off of back-to-back tournament wins. They also talk about Yeti's work with EDGE Disc Golf and growing youth disc golf.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jay "Yeti" Reading talk about the return of the PDGA National Tour and recap The Open at Belton before welcoming in PDGA Director of Operations Mike Downes for a discussion about the NT, the growth of disc golf over the last year, and more. Finally, they preview the Texas State Disc Golf Championships and make their picks!
Charlie Eisenhood and new guest host Jay "Yeti" Reading talk some football and disc golf in Texas before breaking down last weekend's Waco Annual Charity Open, including Kona Panis' dominating performance and a classic battle between Nikko Locastro and Cale Leiviska. Later, Nikko joins the show and gives the kind of interview only he can.
Plus: Paige Pierce being added as 2020 co-POTY with Catrina Allen and some hot dog bandit chatter.
Charlie Eisenhood and Juliana Korver have a wide-ranging discussion on this week's podcast, including a look at The Memorial, the new DGPT Match Play Championships, and Paul McBeth's new non-profit foundation. Later in the show, it's time to #AskJuliana listener questions before previewing the WACO Annual Charity Open one year after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Charlie Eisenhood and Juliana Korver discuss the start of the season at the Las Vegas Challenge, including a deep dive into Eagle McMahon's electric play, a 1050+ rated final card, and a breakout performance from Ezra Aderhold. Then they're joined by Paul McBeth to talk about his new 10 year, $10 million extension from Discraft. Later, they discuss Paige Pierce and Catrina Allen's battle down the stretch. All that, plus the Throw Pink Women's Disc Golf Championship, the PDGA Player of the Year awards, and more.
Charlie Eisenhood and new guest host Juliana Korver discuss the DGPT All-Star Weekend from a number of angles before welcoming in FPO All-Star champion Kona Panis (33:22) for a conversation about the weekend and her upcoming season. Later, Juliana and Charlie break down the start of the 2021 season at the Las Vegas Challenge and make their picks!
Charlie Eisenhood is joined by Jamie Thomas for the final time as the guys discuss the upcoming DGPT All-Star Weekend before being joined by OTB Open TD and DGPT Director of Partnerships Sean Jack to discuss moving his tournament out of San Francisco (25:30). Later, they answer the questions that you're too afraid to ask!
Big shout out to Jamie for an awesome three years.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas react to the Super Bowl before welcoming in former co-host Steve Hill to talk about his new gig at UDisc and the upcoming 2021 season.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the Super Bowl, Drew Gibson's putter sponsorship with EV-7, and the PDGA's decision to push forward with Worlds this year before opening up mail (25:11) on axe throwing, Disc Golf Valley, and tons of reactions to the Champions Cup, the new 4th major.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas go around the horn with some news items before welcoming in the newest member of Team MVP, James Conrad (19:12). Then the guys talk to Nate Heinold, who spearheaded the drive to establish the newly established fourth Major, the PDGA Champions Cup (55:43), before discussing their own thoughts on the Major (1:21:02).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about a few strange topics, including maritime law and ax throwing, before welcoming in Paul Ulibarri for a chat about his career, newfound stardom through Jomez, and more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome in Disc Golf Pro Tour CEO Jeff Spring to talk about the 2020 season, what's coming up in 2021, and some notable new hires. Charlie and Jamie also discuss what's next for the DGPT -- and for Jamie!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas get the new year started with a big episode, where we discuss Ultiworld Disc Golf's 2020 world rankings before debating the best and worst offseason moves (and what to expect next winter!). Then the guys make a couple of 2021 predictions (55:16).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk with Jomez Productions' Jonathan Gomez and Gatekeeper Media's Derek Scull about the future of post-production coverage in disc golf, including technology upgrades, the economics of coverage, the competition with live, criticism from pro players, and lots more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk with Smashboxx's Jon Van Deurzen and Terry Miller as well as Fulcrum Media's Luke Johnson about the future of live production in disc golf, including cameras, graphics, stats, the competition with post-production, and more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome tour newcomer Ezra Aderhold to the show for the first time (9:18) before talking about the PDGA and DGPT's new arrangement that will have two Majors and the full 2021 National Tour on Disc Golf Network (26:50). They're later joined by Terry Miller and Jon Van Deurzen of Smashboxx to talk about their three-year deal with the DGPT (36:00).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the latest sponsorship deals in the offseason hot stove that hasn't been super hot so far this year before diving into some of the best disc golf gifts -- given and received -- from listeners and the disc golf internet.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome in Brodie Smith for a wide-ranging conversation about his new contract extension with Discraft, his chase for a 1000 rating by year's end, his 2021 plans, and his thoughts about needed changes to the pro disc golf scene.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas react to the Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship finals broadcast on ESPN2 before talking about Eagle's new Discmania deal, Charlie's first TDing experience, and Brodie's impact on the sport. Finally, they discuss what they're putting on their Thanksgiving plates, disc golf style.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss tournament play, disc golf's version of Top Golf, and other wacky topics before welcoming in DGPT Media Manager Mahmoud Bahrani (18:12) to talk about the upcoming ESPN2 broadcast of the DGPT Championship finals and his time at the organization so far. The guys continue their discussion of the ESPN2 deal and what to expect (56:52) after the interview.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas play 20 questions about a crazy 2020, the upcoming 2021 season, and the future of disc golf.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas open up another big batch of listener mail for a postseason Mailbag show. From MMA to the election, there's something for everyone on this episode.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the new PDGA/USAU collab and the DGPT's new January All-Star match play event before interviewing Kevin Jones following his 2020 DGPT Championship win (17:10).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the 2020 Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship and its big paydays, thrilling battles, and close to the season. Hailey King calls in from the road to talk about her first huge tour win. Plus: what were the biggest stories of the 2020 season?
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas break down the USDGC and Women's National Championship with an extended edition of The Upshot! First, the guys talk about USDGC before welcoming in champion Chris Dickerson (28:20). Then they discuss the biggest WNC storylines, including the continued emergence of Heather Young (48:23). Paige Pierce joins the show after that to talk about her 15th major win (1:10:47). Then the guys close it out with some big picture discussion about the future of USDGC before turning their attention to the DGPT Championships, the ESPN2 deal, and the huge payday coming for the winners (1:31:40).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the final round of the USDGC and Women's National Championship and the lone major champions of 2020!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the first round of the USDGC and Women's National Championship before Charlie interviews Chris Dickerson (26:08), who's heading into the final round with a four stroke lead.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the second round of the USDGC and Women's National Championship.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the first round of the USDGC and Women's National Championship before Charlie interviews Anthony Barela fresh off his 13-under round (20:04).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk all things USDGC and the Women's National Championship as they break down the contenders and discuss who will improve or regress from a year ago. Later, they're joined by three-time champion Will Schusterick (45:41) before making their picks for both of the year's only Majors.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas break down the current Disc Golf Pro Tour standings and who's got a chance to move up, drop out, and earn byes this weekend at the Jonesboro Open, the final event of the 2020 DGPT regular season. Later, they dive into the USDGC course changes and the Women's National Championship layout. (28:14)
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas catch up on some big personal news, wrap up MVP Open chatter, and turn their attention to the 2021 schedule and the departure of The Memorial from the Elite Series for the first time since 2003. Later, they talk about the USDGC and Women's National Championship media plan and pay-per-view (36:35) and are joined by Central Coast's Ian Anderson (47:06). They close it out by discussing the controversy over the $20+ cost of the tournament and the lack of free coverage (1:10:15).
Jamie holds down the fort while Charlie is on Vacation, recaps MVP Open, and a has a can't-miss interview with Paul McBeth.
No Subscriber Bonus Segment this week - will make it up to everyone next week!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk with Green Mountain Championship winner Kevin Jones (5:13) before talking about the Green Mountain Championships, Kevin Jones' ceiling, Paige Pierce's comeback win over Hailey King, and the Player of the Year race in MPO (34:04). Later in the show, Tiina Booth and James Bress introduce Metal Toughness, a new mental toughness education program for disc golfers (1:35:26). Plus: MVP Open picks! (1:55:52)
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss pay-per-view disc golf, Brodie Smith's first career win, and the Japan Open before turning their attention to the CBS Sports Network broadcast and whether it achieved its goals. Then they're joined by Hannah McBeth to talk FPO, growing the women's game, and her new podcast, The Par Tee (37:39). They close out the show talking MPO at the Green Mountain Championships and picking their winners for the weekend (1:39:46).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas open up a huge batch of mail to start today's show with some great questions and thoughts from our listeners. Then they welcome in Professor of Economics Pascal Courty, an expert on pricing in sports and entertainment, to talk about the release -- and quick sell-out -- of the Cloud Breaker 2, Eagle McMahon's latest signature disc (1:02:14). After that, the guys discuss their thoughts on the CB2 and what the controversy means to disc golf (1:25:16).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas open up this week's show with a discussion about how to evaluate players before digging into another exciting DGPT event with huge wins for Ricky Wysocki and Catrina Allen. Later, they talk about more Ledgestone stories, share some USDGC news, and evaluate Sunset Hills.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the history that was made at the Idlewild Open as Eagle McMahon won his second straight DGPT event and Ellen Widboom won her first tour event ever. Later in the show, Steve Dodge stops by to discuss the MVP Open, the DGPT in 2020, and his controversial 'pay to volunteer' plan (39:56). The guys close it out by talking about the economics of disc golf and Ledgestone. (1:05:21)
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the PDGA Board Elections and the Mid-America Open before welcoming in two brand new disc golfers (22:45 & 37:49) to talk about their experiences in the sport so far. Plus: the guys preview this weekend's DGPT event, the Idlewild Open (58:40).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about an exciting weekend at the DGPT's Great Lakes Open before welcoming in Eagle McMahon (52:05) for a conversation about his first tour win of 2020.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas tackle a big batch of mailbag topics, from four majors to smaller baskets to disc loyalty programs to minority representation in disc golf. To close out the show, the guys preview this weekend's Great Lakes Open (1:24:56).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas each list their top 5 players right now in 2020 before bringing in Terry Miller to talk about the Silver Cup (41:20).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the DGPT's Preserve Championship and Nikko Locastro's first elite series win in years. Plus: who's the second best player in MPO right now? (17:54) What's up with Eagle? (26:57) How did the Airborn Preserve course stack up? Can Paige Pierce be stopped? (50:35) Finally, the guys debut a new segment called Stack of Putters. (1:08:49)
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the return of disc golf at the Dynamic Discs Open and Paul McBeth and Paige Pierce's strength at the top of the sport. Then they're joined by former Upshot host Steve Hill to discuss the PDGA, the board elections, and more (15:54). Later, DDO second place finisher Missy Gannon drops by to talk about her background in the sport, her continued rise, and her putting skill (1:09:05). The guys close out the show by talking about the CBS Sports Network deal and its potential pros and cons. (1:31:53).
Jamie gives Robert a McCall to go in-depth on Dynamic Discs Open preparation, talk about expectations for the players, and what he remembers most from calling the 2019 GBO. Sean Jack stops by in the Subscriber Bonus Segment to talk about how conversations with potential DGPT sponsors has changed during the rapid growth of the sport in the past few years. The Upshot is presented by Pound Disc Golf.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss a bit more about Worlds, including who they think will be the next player to win their first World Championship, before turning to more in-depth discussion about the imminent restart of the Disc Golf Pro Tour. Later in the show, they dive into some fourth major thoughts from Steve Brinster and discuss the ins and outs of how the future of the majors could actually look (35:28).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the addition of a 2020 FPO major -- the US Women's National Championship -- that will run concurrently with USDGC before talking with Val Jenkins and Nate Doss about Val's Hall-of-Fame induction, Bevel Craft Brewing, life on the road, and the best player to never win a World Championship (20:59). Also: a fourth major coming in 2022?
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss George Floyd, the protests around the world, and how disc golfers can reflect right now. Later, they talk about the PDGA's decision to cancel the Pro World Championships (25:27) before interviewing Justin Bilodeau about the SpaceX shuttle launch, Utah Worlds, and more (50:08).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the coming restart of the Disc Golf Pro Tour and interview DGPT CEO Jeff Spring at length about the challenges, health and safety measures, and more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the cancellation of the National Tour and the postponement (and uncertainty) of Pro Worlds before jumping into a great conversation with Discmania's Austin Montgomery about disc pricing as a follow-up from last week (26:53).
Later, the guys assess the Avocado Open from a bunch of different angles (1:21:18).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the PDGA's new 5 step process for event sanctioning in the time of coronavirus before turning to a discussion of the National Tour's collapse this year (22:49). Later in the show, the guys talk about disc pricing, signature discs, eBay reselling, and more (38:30).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the cancellation of the European Open before welcoming in EO Event Manager and Discmania CEO Jussi Meresmaa (6:40) to talk about the tournament and how coronavirus has impacted business. Plus: disc golf catching mainstream attention?
Charlie and Jamie give some listener shoutouts before welcoming in Dynamic Discs owner Jeremy Rusco (12:08) for a conversation about the company's status amidst the coronavirus pandemic, losing Paige Pierce, and more. Later in the show, the guys start to look at some optimistic news out of multiple states where disc golf courses are reopening (51:23).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome in two guests this week -- Worlds TD Jade Sewell (4:16) and UWDG analyst Aaron Howard (40:12). Sewell discusses what might be next for Pro Worlds in Utah. Howard discusses whether, statistically, pros are improving at putting. Charlie and Jamie also discuss the latest PDGA postponements and cancellations and what to do with Worlds (21:40).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk with Gabe LaBounty about the forthcoming Roots of Flight podcast before picking their disc golf Mount Rushmore (19:42) and taking mailbag questions from Instagram Live.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome in Drew Gibson, who's got some ideas about how to make professional disc golf better (5:33). Later, Innova Discs Marketing Director Jeff Panis stops in for a new interview series with disc manufacturers (47:48).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the postponement/cancellation of US Women's DGC and the importance of it getting rescheduled before welcoming in Sarah Hokom to see how she's handling the shutdown (15:07). Later, the guys grade various pro players' offseasons with a deep dive into the stats (40:48).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas rue the loss of the entire sporting world before welcoming in PDGA Board of Directors President Justin Menickelli to talk about the latest on the coronavirus tournament shutdown and what might be next (5:47). Later, the guys open up a big batch of mail (31:35).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the latest developments with the COVID-19 coronavirus and its effect on the disc golf scene before welcoming in Brodie Smith for an interview (14:57). Later, they talk a bit about the WACO Annual Charity Open before talking with MPO winner Colten Montgomery (1:14:10). They close out the show by considering the big, early success of the DGPT's Disc Golf Network (1:39:05).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the WACO Annual Charity Open and Brodie Smith's appearance on the live broadcast feature card for round one. Later, they dive into a segment of Reel Me In or Cut Me Loose with some hot takes from the start of the 2020 season.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss The Memorial and welcome in Paige Pierce after her career-high rating performance (14:29). Later, the guys debate anew about live v. post production, whether The Memorial needs to drop off the tour, and more. (49:53)
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the unofficial start of the touring season, the Las Vegas Challenge, before ending the show looking ahead to the official start of the touring season, The Memorial! LVC 2020 champ Nate Sexton stops by for an interview (24:44).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the Disc Golf Pro Tour's new subscription plan as well as their changes to MPO/FPO timing. Then they're joined by Garrett Gurthie as he gets started on his 2020 season (26:30). Later, they talk about the Wintertime Open and look ahead to the Las Vegas Challenge (51:26).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the Jacky Chen phenomenon before welcoming in Gregg Barsby for an interview (5:30). Later, the guys make some early 2020 predictions, over/under bets, and more. (44:54)
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the Super Bowl, Samui Swine, and Paul McBeth's plan to play through his ankle injury before welcoming in Gateway owner David McCormack (26:37) for an interview. Later, they talk about what would make fantasy disc golf better (1:08:20).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome in two guests this week: UDisc co-founder Matt Krueger (2:45) and newly minted YouTube vlog star Simon Lizotte (29:02) for wide-ranging discussions about disc golf, life, and finding fulfillment.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss Brodie Smith's splashy entrance into disc golf and what it means for the sport. Later, they talk with Baker Helton about what's happening in college disc golf (26:32) before talking about the PDGA Players and Rookies of the Year and some Disc Golf Pro Tour new hires (41:22).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas are back with the first edition of 2020 with some discussion about the state of Ultiworld Disc Golf after four years, a look at some more player transaction news (16:42), some mail about the TD Roundtables (28:49), and a few New Year's Resolutions (40:09). Plus LSU/Clemson picks!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome in three distinguished tournament directors that have run World Championships — Doug Bjerkaas, Jeff Spring, and Nate Heinold — for a roundtable discussion about what it takes to run a top tier professional event and how the TD world is changing.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome in three distinguished tournament directors -- Jussi Meresmaa, Sean Jack, and Steven Storrie -- for a roundtable discussion about what it means to be a TD in 2019 and the challenges facing the "profession."
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome in the holidays on their final standard format show of 2019. Charlie also gets a boatload of disc suggestions for his new bag as the guys go shopping.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about Catrina Allen's return to Prodigy and some other FPO signings before chatting with Steve Dodge (13:18) about leaving the Disc Golf Pro Tour, dealing with criticism, and his new board game, Birdie.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the latest player transaction news before discussing the effects of switching bags on players' games, based on data from the 2019 season.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas react to Paige Pierce's new deal with Discraft and what it means for the FPO division. Later, they open up some listener mail and give thanks during this holiday week.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss Paige Pierce's departure from Dynamic Discs and what it means for her and the company. They also touch on other player extensions before digging into Steve Dodge's op-ed calling for the PDGA to suspend the National Tour. Later in the show, Madison Walker stops by to talk about women's disc golf, her 2019 season, and more. (44:50)
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome in Nikko Locastro fresh off the news that he will be sponsored by Westside Discs in 2020. Later in the show, the guys talk about the 2020 National Tour media announcements.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk college disc golf and the start of the 2020 offseason hot stove. Drew Gibson stops by for an interview about his new Infinite Discs deal (16:18).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas look back at the 2019 season, the major storylines, the statistical stars, the big winners, and more. Plus, some chatter about where disc golf is headed when top players decide to leave the tour.
Jamie Thomas holds it down solo on this week's show and discusses the 2019 Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship and his three week trip for the final stretch of the disc golf season.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the Hall of Fame Classic and the final National Tour standings before turning their attention to this weekend's Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship in Charlotte. The end of the season is almost here!
Note: Jamie is on the road and had some audio difficulties this week. Sorry for the volume inconsistency!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas dive deeper into the USDGC, including some under-the-radar storylines, a review of the course, and more thoughts on James Conrad's victory. Later in the show, they take a look at the 2020 schedule before diving into some thoughts on the final National Tour event of the season, the Hall of Fame Classic.
Charlie Eisenhood and James Conrad talk about the final round of the US Disc Golf Championships with 2019 champion James Conrad!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas break down a wild moving day at the 2019 USDGC. Tournament leader James Conrad stops by for a chat before he chases his first major on Saturday.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas break down the second round of action at the 2019 USDGC!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas come to you live from the 18th fairway at Winthrop Gold at the 2019 US Disc Golf Championships. Featuring guest Nathan Queen.
Charlie Eisenhood rolls solo for the 2019 USDGC preview show, looking at the betting odds for the top 10 players and giving his thoughts on what we might see unfold in Rock Hill!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss Kristin Tattar's win at the US Women's Disc Golf Championships before turning to a conversation about the changes to this year's USDGC course and media structure.
Charlie Eisenhood (back from his honeymoon) and Jamie Thomas dive into a preview of the US Women's Disc Golf Championships, including an interview with Spotsylvania Disc Golf Club VP Kristen Parsley (27:02). Also: how does Paige Pierce's nine tournament win streak this year compare to last year's? And a look at the GMC, including another dominant performance from Paul McBeth.
While Charlie enjoys his honeymoon, Jamie schemes to cover events on the East Coast, Sean Jack stops by to break down the MVP Open, and some reactions to the 500k Show topic.
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Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome in four listeners for our 500,000 listens episode! Hear from Zach about marketing around "sponsored" professionals (2:27), Kevin about moving pins from round to round (16:30), Zach about a European mini-tour during the season (27:36), and Gabe about the future of the amateur divisions and ratings-based competition (40:19).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas kick the 500K listens episode to next week after the big news this week about Steve Dodge selling his majority stake in the Disc Golf Pro Tour. New DGPT CEO and Tour Director Jeff Spring comes on to talk about the future of the Tour (4:04) before the guys give their thoughts on the news (44:04). Plus, chatter about the Delaware Disc Golf Challenge and this weekend's MVP Open (1:06:50).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas break down more aspects of the World Championships after Paul and Paige both went 5x, including Ricky Wysocki's sublime play in the final two rounds, Catrina's putting woes, an analogy to basketball, and more. Later in the show, the guys talk about the Delaware Disc Golf Challenge and its unfortunate timing for the second straight year plus some mail from the mailbag!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the final round of the 2019 PDGA Pro World Championships!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas break down a crazy round four at the 2019 PDGA Pro World Championships.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the third round of the 2019 PDGA Pro World Championships and welcome in MPO leader Paul McBeth after his third straight double-digit under par performance.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas are joined by Worlds TD Nate Heinold and MPO tournament leader Emerson Keith on this live edition of The Upshot!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk LIVE about the first round of the 2019 PDGA Pro Worlds Championships in Peoria, Illinois
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas get you ready for the PDGA Pro World Championships coming up next week in Peoria, Illinois! UWDG staff writer Patrick Aubyrn stops by to talk the Northwoods Gold course and what to eat in Peoria (37:09). Plus, the guys make their picks! (56:53)
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the MLB trade deadline and what some hypothetical disc golf trades might look like. Then, they welcome in Albert Tamm, who bazooka-ed his way onto the final round lead card at the European Open (28:24). After the interview, they talk Idlewild Open and Kevin Jones' first-ever DGPT win, Paige Pierce's playoff win over Catrina Allen, and more (44:28).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas dive into the first major of the year, the European Open, and discuss the event from multiple angles before briefly talking Presidents' Cup and the DGPT Championship.
Solo show once again as Charlie livestreams Ultimate in Europe! Jamie dials up Jussi Meresmaa to chat about the European Open's past, present, and future. Later, remember what a battle 2017 was at this event? Jamie revisits an epic battle and gives his key to successfully taming The Beast.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about Paul McBeth's new record high 1057 rating before digging into the Great Lakes Open, Kevin Jones' strong performance, and Paige Pierce's fifth straight win. Paige joins the show as well to talk about her season thus far. Also: do we need a springtime major?
Happy 4th of July from The Upshot! Charlie returns from vacation, and he and Jamie chat about betting on disc golf, recent A-tiers, and a change to FPO tee times at CCR Open before shooting off some fireworks.
Charlie's on vacation and Jamie invites friends - Part 2! Sean Jack comes by to chop it up about the record-setting play at Ledgestone, set some "betting odds" for Worlds, and dive deeper into the issues facing TD's in 2019.
Jamie Thomas chats with Aaron Howard about the mantra of "Drive for show, putt for dough", and Baker Helton stops by to talk about the shifting landscape of PDGA Amateur "Majors" and play a summertime-inspired game of "Hot or Not" at the halfway point in the season.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the Beaver State Fling, including the epic battle between Eagle McMahon and Seppo Paju. Also, are the young guns getting better?
Later in the show, Eagle stops by for an interview (47:44) before some more chatter about Am payouts.
Charlie and Jamie buy or sell a variety of topics on this week's Upshot before Charlie goes on a rant about required payouts for Amateur divisions at tournaments. Plus, some Beaver State Fling chatter!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome in Portland Open champion Drew Gibson to The Upshot for the first time and talk about his first big win on tour. Later in the show, the guys break down what's a big deal and what's not (34:18), plus they look ahead to the Beaver State Fling.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas finally stop talking about Catrina Allen, and get to talk TO her! The long overdue interview is here! The duo settles for a rain check on the interview with Double G, but we have the entire post-final-round interview as an appetizer. Also - is it time to stop stereotyping Gurthie as a "long thrower who can't putt?"
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the San Francisco Open, Catrina Allen's dominance, and Ricky Wysocki's first big win of the year. Later, Ricky joins the show (23:50) and tells us about his side betting hustle. Then, Avery Jenkins stops by to talk about his long career and over 1000 courses played (50:58).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about Thomas Gilbert, the Utah Worlds courses, and more about this weekend's A-tiers before turning to a conversation with Sean Jack about the San Francisco Open, the tournament's marijuana company sponsorship, making money as a tournament director, and more (30:26). The guys give some thoughts on who might win the SFO to close the show.
It's a big show this week as Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas look back at what might be the tournament of the year so far, the Glass Blown Open, before discussing the state of FPO. Later, Baker Helton stops by to talk about the changes to college disc golf (37:45) and Seth Munsey of Disc Golf Strong discusses strength and conditioning in the sport (50:05).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas preview the 2019 Glass Blown Open, the largest disc golf tournament in the world, including a look at some course changes and their podium predictions. Later, UWDG stats guru Aaron Howard stops by to talk about the big variance among champions, Paige Pierce's shot at 1000, and the stat he'd most like to see developed (37:46). The guys close out the show with some listener mail.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas look at this year's Jonesboro Open through the lens of last year and identify some key trends in the numbers. Later, they chat about Paul McBeth's ascension to #1 in the list of PDGA all-time money earners and read an email from Andrew Fish about shrinking baskets.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome you in to an episode of The Upshot where the listeners are the guests! We open up a ton of mail and talk course design, baskets, pro athletes, Disc Golf Pro Tour, putting, and a whole lot more. We also take a look at some recent A-Tiers and the upcoming Jonesboro Open.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss some A-Tiers from the weekend, Texas States and the Daniel Boe Memorial, before turning to an interview with Disc Golf Pro Tour director Steve Dodge (18:07), where they discuss the Tour's media problems, the state of the DGPT, and the great golf this season so far.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss a little 2014 deja vu as Paul McBeth and Catrina Allen both win their second straight events -- and in resounding fashion. Then, Ultiworld Disc Golf author Ben Finholt joins the show to talk about his article that argues that the PDGA absorb the Disc Golf Pro Tour (23:17). Then Mahmoud Bahrani stops by to talk about his new podcast, The Inside Line, that explores course design in a concise and refreshing format (45:59). The guys close out the show with some great mailbag thoughts and questions (57:37).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss an incredible weekend of disc golf at the Waco Annual Charity Open, including Paul McBeth's 18-under round two, the first Paul v. Ricky showdown of the season, Catrina Allen's great performance, and more. Then, McBeth joins the show to talk WACO v. DGLO, the Discraft deal, and how he unlocked the putter this weekend (43:38). After the interview, the guys talk about where the Disc Golf Pro Tour stands with the public and with the players, and what might explain some of the problems they've faced so far (1:04:55).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas open up a big batch of mail this week, including some great 'This or That' questions and Disc Golf Pro Tour media reactions. Later, Dave Feldberg joins the show to talk Next Generation Disc Golf Tour, leaving Latitude 64, and more (32:57). Perhaps some changes are coming to our Picks segment...let us know your thoughts at upshot@ultiworld.com.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas bring you a jam-packed show with tons of discussion about the Memorial, including Eagle's comeback win, Eveliina Salonen's amazing performance, Paul McBeth's putting woes, Scott Withers' strong start, and more. Later in the show, the guys react to the Disc Golf Pro Tour's live and post-produced media rollout (46:56).
Don't miss our giveaway of a super limited edition Octothorpe bag courtesy of Pound Disc Golf, the Upshot's brand-new title sponsor!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome in 2019 Las Vegas Challenge champions Paige Bjerkaas (1:01) and Calvin Heimburg (21:30) to The Upshot. Later, the guys discuss Vegas (43:31), the commentator selections for the Disc Golf Pro Tour's Memorial kickoff, and the surprising early returns this season. Plus: Memorial picks!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss a variety of interesting topics from the Wintertime Open and forthcoming Las Vegas Challenge on this week's show. Later, they make their first official picks of the 2019 season. Plus, some fantasy draft chatter!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk some reader mail before talking with Jussi Meresmaa about Discmania's announcement about new manufacturing partners (17:47). Later, the guys react to Discmania's move before diving into some disc golf preseason chatter about Samui Swine and the Wintertime Open.
Make sure to let us know if you want to be on the block for picks during our 2019 Pick 'Em contest!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the addition of the European Open as a major for the next three years and talk about whether there should be a consistent fourth major. They also dig into the latest media plan update from the Disc Golf Pro Tour before getting to a great segment of 'Reel Me In or Cut Me Loose.' (14:42).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss Utah's winning bid for the 2020 PDGA World Championships before lamenting the news that Stockholm's Jarva disc golf course will be shut down in the fall to put in a cemetery. Later, they're joined by Ian Anderson of Central Coast Disc Golf to talk about the channel's origins, where it's headed next, and how many views Paul McBeth's debut at the Wintertime Open will get. (19:47)
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the recently announced JomezPro schedule and talk with Jonathan Gomez (7:57) about the upcoming season, the split with the Disc Golf Pro Tour, and the company's financial model. Later, the guys open up some listener mail (32:56), including questions about underrated players, ultimate and catch discs, and goals for the 2019 NT and DGPT.
Apologies for Jamie's poor audio quality on this week's show. We're actually working to make the show sound better than ever but we pulled the wrong lever this week!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas interview Ricky Wysocki at length about his new five-year Innova contract, the new stage in his career, his rivalry with Paul McBeth, and how he hopes to rediscover his fire in 2019 and beyond.
Charlie Eisenhood is joined by special co-host Benn Wineka to talk about the 2018 awards, including best shots, Players of the Year, Breakout POTYs, and Performances of the Year. The guys also roll out some predictions -- and some hot takes -- for 2019 (33:19).
Charlie Eisenhood holds it down on his own this week and talks about Ricky Wysocki's move to Innova as well as the flurry of other signings as the calendar rolled over into 2019. Later, Andrew Fish comes on to discuss his 2018, some thoughts on the state of course design, and more. (13:29) Plus, New Year's resolutions!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome in Ultiworld Disc Golf editor Benn Wineka for the part two of the 'best of 2018' bracket (listen to part one here). The four remaining stories that defined the year go head to head in the semifinals and finals. See which story emerges as the biggest of 2018!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome in Ultiworld Disc Golf editor Benn Wineka for the first episode of the 'best of 2018' bracket. We picked eight stories that defined the year and put them head to head in a single elimination bracket. See which four stories advance to the semifinals in this week's show. Part two coming next week!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the significance of a large group of players leaving Latitude 64 this offseason before turning to our favorite 'winter disc golf' stories (23:51). Plus, some 'best player' chatter and some of our early 2019 guests and plans.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk with Paul Ulibarri (1:16), who just signed with Discraft, and Kevin Jones (23:12), who just signed with Prodigy, on a big edition of The Upshot! Do not miss Kevin's Vegas story (33:20). Later in the show, the guys react to the Uli, KJUSA, and Eagle McMahon signings and talk about the latest in the DGPT media saga. (40:35).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the idea of a new semi-pro division (1:52), the effect of age on power and your rating (11:47), and the ongoing saga of the Disc Golf Pro Tour 2019 media plan (31:53). Plus lots of reader mail, which disc Charlie should get for his bag, Seppo Paju tying Simon Lizotte for #1 in Europe, and an update on Nate Doss and Val Jenkins.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas couldn't dare take a vacation from The Upshot this week after the news that Paul McBeth will be joining Discraft on a four-year deal. The guys talk about the news from multiple perspectives: Discraft's, McBeth's, Innova's, other pros', and the industry's. Plus, hear from Silas Schultz, the winner of the 2018 Next Gen National Championships and a brand new Jeep Renegade (45:59).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome in Terry Miller and Jon Van Deurzen from Smashboxx to discuss their 2018 season, the abrupt announcement that they will not be brought back to do live coverage of the Disc Golf Pro Tour next season, and Steve Dodge's changes to the Pro Tour's media approach.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas ask for some new disc recommendations for Charlie before talking about the 'calm before the storm' as the rumor mill buzzes about team changes this offseason. After the break, the guys open some more listener mail and get into the future of live tournament coverage (23:12).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the bombshell news that Paul McBeth is leaving Innova at the end of the year before turning to some gut reaction 2018 season superlatives (17:12). After the break, they open up some listener mail (48:07).
Charlie Eisenhood returns this week and talks with Jamie Thomas about the 2018 Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship. Tournament champion Chris Dickerson stops by (4:15) before Nate Sexton discusses what happened on the island hole 15 (26:20). Later in the show, Charlie and Jamie react to the controversy (51:06)
Jamie Thomas flies mostly solo this week while Charlie covers ultimate's National Championships in San Diego. Jamie highlights the big takeaways from the Ed Headrick Hall of Fame Classic, recaps the NT Points Standings, and continues the great discussion about headphones and USDGC coverage from the mailbag.
Plus, this week Matt Krueger comes on to discuss the exciting new partnership between UDisc and the PDGA - don't miss it!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas look big picture at the USDGC and break down Paul McBeth's victory, James Conrad's big weekend, and Kevin Jones' breakthrough performance. Plus: should headphones be allowed on the course?
Later in the show, McBeth stops by to talk about his win. (37:22)
Finally, the guys look ahead to the National Tour finale, the Hall of Fame Classic. (56:44)
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas bring you analysis and reactions to the wild final round of the 2018 United States Disc Golf Championship.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome in Kevin Jones, who shot -11 for the day's hot round and is just five shots back of the leader, Paul McBeth.
Charlie Eisenhood sits down with tournament leader Paul McBeth to talk about the second round of the 2018 United States Disc Golf Championship.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas bring you a LIVE edition of The Upshot from the deck on the 18th fairway. KJ Nybo stops in as well!
Let's get ready to rummmmbbbbllllle! Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas bring you a preview of the 2018 United States Disc Golf Championship, the final major of the season. With info on the course changes, the players, and a surprise competitor, it's a can't-miss show before the start of the action on Wednesday.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the results of the 2018 US Women's Disc Golf Championship and Paige Pierce's third US title. She joins Charlie later in the show to talk about the win, her season thus far, and her sense that some courses haven't been challenging enough for the women this season (33:47). Plus, some USDGC livestreaming (featuring Jamie!) chatter (22:52) and some mailbag topics (52:02).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas open this week's show with a Mailbag segment (you can email us at upshot@ultiworld.com) before taking a look at a classic Paul v. Ricky battle at the Delaware NT (20:20). Then they chat about another Sarah Hokom win as freshly minted world champion Paige Bjerkaas faltered in the final round (32:02). Then they turn their attention to this weekend's US Women's Disc Golf Championship with a preview, some trivia, and some picks (35:55).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas look back at a tremendously entertaining World Championships week on The Upshot. They consider what it means for Gregg Barsby and Paige Bjerkaas to win their first world titles and their future trajectories. They also talk about some controversies from Worlds (24:21). Then, Charlie gets Jamie going about the PDGA National Tour series and its relationship to the Disc Golf Pro Tour and the Majors (43:37). Then they talk Delaware and make their picks (58:22).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas bring on your brand new world champions Gregg Barsby and Paige Bjerkaas during a live edition of the Upshot!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about moving day at Pro Worlds and welcome special guest Nate Perkins, who had the hot round at Brewster Ridge.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas bring you a recap of a wild third round at PDGA Pro Worlds, featuring special birthday guest Paul Ulibarri!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas chat with FPO leader Paige Bjerkaas and Gregg Barsby after two rounds of Pro Worlds. Plus, some tee pad chatter, Paul Ulibarri's hot round, Paul McBeth in the lead, and some reader email.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas bring you a LIVE edition of The Upshot podcast from Smuggler's Notch resort in Vermont, the site of the 2018 PDGA Pro Worlds. Joining us: Calvin Heimburg and Daniel Prentice.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk you through the absolute insanity of the MVP Open, particularly in the thrilling MPO final round (2:03). Then they interview Jeff Spring, the tournament director of the Pro World Championships, about the event and how it came together. (27:52).
Then it's Worlds Preview time! (53:39) The guys talk about the new five round format, give you reasons that every player will win (58:50), and, of course, make their picks. Plus some email comments and questions and another trivia question!
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Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the latest ratings update and explore some trends we're seeing at the pro level. Then, Sean Jack stops by to talk MVP Open and Maple Hill before the guys discuss whether or not basket sizes should get smaller at the top level of the sport (43:16).
Charlie and Jamie break down all the action at the Ledgestone Insurance Open with a look at tons of new faces in the MPO recap (1:54), an interview with FPO champ Jessica Weese (26:12), and a discussion of Paige Pierce and FPO course design (35:29). Plus, Charlie gets wrecked in picks.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas open this week's show with a look ahead to this weekend's Ledgestone Insurance Open on the Disc Golf Pro Tour before talking with Tyler Schrock about his interesting op-ed on changing the structure of the PDGA's amateur divisions (15:41). Later in the show, the guys make their Ledgestone picks (49:50) and quickly review the US Junior Disc Golf Championships.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas get weird on the first Upshot of August, as they dive into the idea of betting on disc golf, the trade deadline, and more. Plus, Kevin Jones stops by the show to talk about his whirlwind year. To close it out, they look at where the top five players in the National Tour standings were a year ago.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas break down Paul McBeth's comeback win at the Idlewild Open, Kevin Jones' strong tournament (but poor finish), Paige Pierce's return to the top of the leaderboard, and more. Six weeks until Worlds!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss Eagle McMahon's first Major win at the Konopiste Open and interview Will Schusterick about his return to touring (and success). Plus, some chatter about Junior Worlds.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas try to take stock of what Paul McBeth just did at the Great Lakes Open, where he shot a -18 with 16 birdies, an eagle, and a par. Was it the greatest round of all time? Is McBeth the best to ever play the game? Does this change the 2018 season? How big a deal is the two minute SportsCenter feature on his round? Is the 1108 round rating legit?
Also, some chatter about Great Lakes and Konopiste, plus our Konopiste picks.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the action at the Utah Open before diving into the latest ratings update. Later, they chat about the odds for various players to win Worlds and look at some of the biggest movers by round rating this past weekend. The guys are off next week for the 4th of July.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas decide whether to reel your hot takes in or cut them loose on a fun episode of The Upshot. Also, they discuss the Utah Open and, of course, make their picks (52:43).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas look closely at the Beaver State Fling and dig deep into the performance of the top finishers. Plus, what's up with Paige Pierce? Can Drew Gibson win a big tournament this year? Don't forget to send us your hottest takes for next week's show!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the Simon Lizotte trick shot video before turning their attention to the fourth NT of the year, the Beaver State Fling [25:52]. First, though, Matt Krueger from UDisc joins the guys to talk about the latest update to the app (get a month of Pro free with code UPSHOT) [5:45]. Jamie and Charlie also reminisce about Philo Brathwaite's amazing albatross from two years ago at Beaver State Fling.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss their weekends at the Ultimate College Championships and San Francisco Open, respectively, before diving into Paige Pierce's first loss of the year at the hands of Sarah Hokom (14:30). Plus, is McBeast back for good? (21:57)
They pick their stocks and decide whether to buy, sell, or hold in a new segment (33:57). They close out the show with a reader email about foot faults, officials, and rules (1:14:09).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the Valarie Jenkins disqualification at the 2018 Masters Cup before turning to a discussion of this week's champions, Ricky Wysocki and Paige Pierce (29:39). Later, Wysocki joins the show to talk his stronger play, Masters Cup win, and foot faults (34:33). Then the tournament director of the San Francisco Open, Sean Jack, comes on to talk about this weekend's event and make the listener picks for this week (54:15).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas break down the start of the West Coast swing at the Masters Cup, including a look at Paul McBeth's dominance at DeLaveaga. Plus, a new match play championship event and a discussion of the relative importance of Worlds, other majors, and National Tour events. Later in the show, Nate Doss stops by to talk about how he's feeling about his game, Bevel Craft Brewing, and his thoughts on the exciting and unpredictable start to the 2018 season (29:13). FPO discussion and Masters Cup picks close out the show (55:44).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the Nick Hyde Memorial, Paul McBeth's 100th career MPO win, and the epic final round. Plus, a look at Sarah Hokom's big win at Nick Hyde, Paige Pierce's odds of going undefeated in 2018, Lisa Fajkus' strong play at GBO, and the Women's Global Event this weekend. Jamie also gloats about his great picks at Nick Hyde.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the second PDGA National Tour event of the season, the Glass Blown Open, and Eagle McMahon's second-straight NT win in a wild final round (0:16). They also talk about whether or not we've entered a new phase of disc golf without a dominant duo of Paul McBeth and Ricky Wysocki (21:27). Eagle McMahon joins the show for an interview (26:10) to talk about his NT success. Later, Kevin Jones (46:27), Drew Gibson's hot play (49:37) and his recent controversies (55:27). Then a picks review (1:07:32), unofficial Nick Hyde picks (1:10:12), and Jamie and Charlie's round at Gleneagles (1:15:06).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas reunite after Charlie's return from vacation to talk the Glass Blown Open (1:28) before discussing JohnE McCray's request that a videographer stop filming him during a round (19:39). Plus, should legendary players like Ken Climo have their aggregated statistics kept freely available by the PDGA even if their PDGA membership lapses? (32:54) The guys also make their picks vs. the listeners for GBO (47:45).
Jamie Thomas is rolling solo this week while Charlie enjoys a well deserved vacation. Quick breakdowns of Vintage Open, Texas States, and the NCDGC will reveal some surprise winners. Also, have you heard these stories from the course? Hear Jamie's Reddit contest winners' submissions! Finally, Jamie talks about the recent history and growth of one of the most anticipated events on the professional touring calendar.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the DGPT's Jonesboro Open on this week's show and interview Ricky Wysocki about his first win on tour in 2018. Plus, when will Paige Pierce break 1000? How is Garrett Gurthie getting it done? Is the Discmania team the hottest on tour? And how was the new livestream commentary setup?
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas look ahead to this week's Jonesboro Open and talk with Disc Golf Pro Tour Director Steve Dodge. Plus, some mailbag questions (send us yours!) and a look at the courses played so far this season and how Jonesboro's compares.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas break down the results of a big slate of A-Tiers (1:53) before talking about what's going on with Paul McBeth and Ricky Wysocki to start the season (13:50). Later in the show, they discuss some recently successful pros and ask, "Are you a believer?" (26:11). Plus -- disc scarcity and the secondary market. (45:36)
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas break down the latest Disc Golf Pro Tour event, the Waco Annual Charity Open, diving deep into Paige Pierce's crazy comeback ( and Jeremy Koling's deja vu in a one-hole playoff win over Nate Perkins. Later in the show, Koling jumps on to talk about his WACO success and his Big Sexy commentary with Jomez. Plus, a correction on Ricky's foot fault, Eagle's crazy round in Colorado, Jussi's $1000 grant, and our ugly, ugly picks.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas dive deep into the FPO results from The Memorial and interview the champion and #1 rated player in the Division, Paige Pierce. Plus, they talk about Addie Maxwell's article about FPO media coverage before turning to a quick preview of Waco and making the first officially scored picks of the year!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss The Memorial, the first stop on the Disc Golf Pro Tour. They also take a look at Nikko Locastro's foot fault call against Ricky Wysocki and consider the norms around calling violations. Later in the show, they are joined by Memorial champion Simon Lizotte. Plus: optimistic or pessimistic?
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas break down Eagle McMahon's first career National Tour win at the Las Vegas Challenge, talk Paige Pierce's big comeback win, and pick the bigger story. Plus, Eagle joins the show before the guys make their picks for the Memorial this week.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the 2018 disc golf season and this weekend's first National Tour Event, the Las Vegas Challenge, before talking with Paul McBeth about his offseason and outlook on the upcoming year. Plus, discussion of Vibram shutting its disc golf department.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas consider the possibility of disc golf in the Olympics (and whether it would even make sense) to kick off this week's show. Then, they discuss the changes to the PDGA's National Tour bonus structure (17:43), Matt Dollar's move to MVP (26:45), and the Wintertime Open (28:18). Plus the guys make their first picks of the season!
Charlie Eisenhood and interim co-host Jamie Thomas discuss the addition of a fifth round and a cut to Worlds (3:14), changes to the Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship format (16:28), Kevin Jones and his contract with Prodiscus (32:28), and the new WFDF Disc Golf World Rankings (44:20).
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill co-host The Upshot for the final time this week, as Steve is moving on to a position with the PDGA. The guys also talk about the outlook for disc golf media in 2018 as well as a little update on The DG Group (formerly DGI Group).
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill discuss the new DGI Group, disc golf's first sports representation agency, and talk with founder Sam Hassell and VP Mark Barber about their new venture.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood look back at the 2017 disc golf season and some of the biggest moments of the year. Plus, they discuss UWDG's 2017 player awards, including the as-of-yet unannounced Player of the Year selections!
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill discuss the forthcoming UDisc/PDGA partnership for the 2018 National Tour, Innova's team changes for next season, and the announcement of the 2019 PDGA Majors locations. Plus, UDisc's Matt Krueger and Josh Lichti join the show to talk about their app and stats platform.
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill discuss the best roller shots of the year, Dustin Keegan and Zoe Andyke's move to Dynamic Discs in 2018, and the Southwestern Team Disc Golf Challenge. Plus, Eagle McMahon comes on for an interview (with some more basket standardization chatter!).
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill discuss the changeover from the Vibram Open to the MVP Open in 2018, interview Gregg Barsby about his 2017 season and a possible Comeback Player of the Year award, and consider a chart of the top 100 PDGA money earners. Plus, they make their picks for the 2017 Southwestern Team Disc Golf Invitational this weekend!
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill interview Disc Golf World Tour founder Jussi Meresmaa about the decision to cancel the 2018 season and what's next for the Tour. Plus, a discussion of an unusual rule change and an argument about who deserves to be called the Breakout Player of the Year in 2017.
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill discuss the Disc Golf World Tour's announcement that it will not return for the 2018 season.
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill talk about the Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship and another weekend of Ricky/Paige dominance. Later in the show, Steve discusses the changes the DGPT should make for next season. Plus the guys get into the latest on the live v. post-produced video coverage battle.
Steve Hill breaks down the playoff action from the Hall of Fame Classic and takes a look at the NT points bonuses. Plus, talk about redistribution of payouts in the women's division and a preview of the Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship.
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill take a final look at the 2017 USDGC and discuss Nate Sexton's victory. They also look closer at the resurgence of disc golf veterans. Plus, is Ricky Wysocki "clearly" the best player of the last two years? Later in the show, they look ahead to the Hall of Fame Classic and open some listener mail.
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill break down the final round of action at the 2017 US Disc Golf Championships and are joined by champion Nate Sexton LIVE from Rock Hill, SC, at the Winthrop Gold clubhouse.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood discuss the round three action at the USDGC live from Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC!
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill dive deep into this week's United States Disc Golf Championship and consider every one of the major contenders and their chances to win this week. They also discuss Paige Pierce's opportunity over the weekend and on the feature card for round one (45:47). 2016 USDGC champion Jeremy "Big Jerm" Koling stops by for a chat (55:10).
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Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill have a jam-packed episode of The Upshot this week, featuring an interview with USWDGC champion Paige Pierce, a discussion of Will Schusterick's decision to shut down his season, Drew Gibson's social media post about the NFL National Anthem controversy, Elaine King's decision to leave Discraft, and the newly announced 2018 Tour schedule. Plus, they answer listener mailbag questions.
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill discuss Nate Doss' wire-to-wire win at the Green Mountain Championships, consider another stunning Paige Pierce comeback win, dig into Paul McBeth's first DNF and his back injury, look ahead to the US Women's Disc Golf Championships, and break down Simon Lizotte's decision to give away his entire bag.
Steve Hill talks about the weekend's PDGA action, including quick hits on the Tim Selinske U.S. Masters (2:30) and the Nantucket Disc Golf Open (7:10). Later, Bradley Williams stops by for his first interview since returning from a suspension (10:35), and Steve looks ahead to this weekend's Green Mountain Championship (28:20).
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood talk about last weekend's Vibram Open, look closer at Ricky Wysocki and Paige Pierce's wins, interview Eagle McMahon about his strong fourth round but late collapse, plus some other items of note, including Bradley Williams, Innova's Hurricane Harvey fundraiser, and Nicholas Masters.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood break down the Pittsburgh Flying Disc Open with UWDG reporter Alex Colucci, discuss the reduced suspension for Bradley Williams, and interview Steve Dodge about the Disc Golf Pro Tour and the upcoming Vibram Open. Plus, picks for Vibram!
Steve Hill recaps the action from last weekend's Idlewild Open and talks with James Conrad about his win. Later, Jonathan Gomez of Jomez Productions gives the lowdown on the Basket Dash, and Steve takes a look ahead and makes picks for this weekend's Pittsburgh Flying Disc Open.
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill discuss Josh Anthon's potential sponsorship at Innova, discuss this weekend's Idlewild Open, and look at what might happen next with the Disc Golf Pro and World Tours.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood discuss the Ledgestone Open, Josh Anthon's dominant performance and what it means, Val Jenkins' playoff win over an impressive Jessica Weese, the criticisms surrounding the Ledgestone tournament, and the American Disc Golf Tour's appearance on ESPN8 "The Ocho."
Steve Hill talks who's in and out for the Ledgestone Insurance Open and what to expect from the event. Plus, a look at the new PDGA board members and some viewership statistics from the European Open.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood discuss the thrilling European Open, consider how Paul McBeth blocked any chance of a major sweep for Ricky Wysocki, talk about Gregg Barsby's superb play, and a whole lot more.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood talk about the Presidents' Cup (USA v. Europe) (6:45); break down and make their picks for this weekend's major on the Disc Golf World Tour, the European Open (16:45); chat about Paul McBeth's TV appearance (30:08); consider the value of stadium disc golf (33:54); and take some questions from Twitter (39:19).
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood break down the PDGA Pro World Championships, including a discussion of Wysocki's second straight title, Pierce's fourth win, the emergence of new young stars, McBeth's slow start, and more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill preview 2017 Pro Worlds (2:33), talk with 2016 World champions Ricky Wysocki (24:04) and Valarie Jenkins (55:12), break down the contenders for a World title (35:43), and make their picks (1:08:26).
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood discuss the Beaver State Fling (0:35) on this week's edition of The Upshot, including the playoff between Ricky Wysocki and Paul McBeth (5:35), Eagle McMahon's return (16:30), Paul Ulibarri's resurgence (22:10), and Paige Pierce's crushing win (23:46). Plus, mixed doubles in the Olympics? (33:11)
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood break down the Utah Open and Ricky Wysocki's walk-off win (1:05) and consider Josh Anthon's possible success this year (15:10) and whether a company might sponsor him (24:15). Plus, talk about some of the young talent on tour (38:20) and a look at the double standard Catrina Allen faces (44:30).
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood look ahead to this weekend's DGPT event, the Utah Open (1:32); consider Ledgestone TD Nate Heinold's bid for the PDGA Board (20:42); talk about the substantial ESPN deal that ultimate frisbee just landed and how it relates to disc golf (24:08); and consider a possible Olympic future for disc sports (32:15).
Steve Hill breaks down all of the action from last weekend's Masters Cup -- including Paul McBeth's historic first round (1:50) and Ricky Wysocki's hot putting (7:00) -- and is joined by Madison Walker (20:30) to talk about her recovery from injury. Plus, a dip into the Twitter mailbag to talk about putting the cameras on McBeth and Wysocki (40:45), Josh Anthon (45:20), and the upcoming PDGA Pro World Championships (54:15).
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood discuss the MPO results of the Konopiste Open (1:00), break down the Paul v. Ricky battle (11:48), talk about burnout (16:38), look at Vanessa van Dyken's playoff win at Konopiste (22:50), look ahead to the Masters Cup (27:08), and consider the state of disc golf commentary (31:36).
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill discuss this weekend's Disc Golf Pro Tour event, the Konopiste Open; look anew at the DGWT vs. the DGPT; talk with KJ Nybo about this weekend and his 2017 season; and make their picks for Konopiste.
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill recap the action at the 2017 Glass Blown Open (1:30) before discussing the cancellation of the final round and what could be done about that issue on the future (24:48). Later in the show, Paul McBeth joins Steve for a conversation (48:31). Plus, a look ahead to the Konopiste Open (1:10:10).
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood look at this weekend's Glass Blown Open from every angle, talk with Simon Lizotte about his season so far and the GBO, pick the players they would build a franchise around, and take some listener mail.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood discuss the Jonesboro Open, talk with Ricky Wysocki about his 2017 season so far, break down the National Collegiate Disc Golf Championships, and look ahead to the Glass Blown Open.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood look back at last weekend's Texas States Championship, discuss Will Schusterick's putting problems, and look ahead to the Collegiate Championships and the Jonesboro Open.
Time stamps:
Ultiworld DG Anniversary - 0:30
Charlie Batting 1.000 - 2:38
Texas States Recap - 3:33
Schusterick Putting - 10:52
Jonesboro Open Preview - 19:48
Jonesboro PICKS! - 24:14
Collegiate Champs Preview - 26:31
Using College Format In Pros? - 34:45
Steve Hill talks about the Nick Hyde Memorial and the decision to cancel the final round, chats with Nate Sexton, and looks at the strong recent play from Paul McBeth and Simon Lizotte.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood recap the Temple Open, talk with 2016 PDGA Women's Player of the Year Catrina Allen, discuss how to bring in new players, and look ahead to the Nick Hyde Memorial this weekend.
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill recap the action at the 2017 Waco Annual Charity Open before interviewing Jeremy Koling about his win at the tournament. Later in the show, a discussion of Josh Anthon's return to the course after his time in prison.
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill take a look ahead to the Waco Annual Charity Open, interview Sarah Hokom about her season & gender equity in disc golf, explore the scorecard issue again, talk Catrina Allen's early struggles, catch up with the Bradley Williams story, and look at the Disc Golf Pro Tour's ratings.
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill discuss the Memorial, including Paul McBeth's fifth title and Paige Pierce's huge win. McBeth later joins the guys to discuss his first big 2017 win. Plus, the Wysocki scorecard fiasco, the tournament's media coverage, DGPT baskets, and more.
Steve Hill breaks down all the action from a wild Gentlemen's Club Challenge weekend in Las Vegas and is joined by GCC Champion Ricky Wysocki. Plus, news about Valarie Jenkins' new sponsorship, and getting ready for the Memorial Championship this week.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood look ahead to the first PDGA National Tour event of 2017, the Gentlemen's Club Challenge in Las Vegas. Plus, tournament picks, the return of Simon Lizotte, and Jomez Productions' big move.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood discuss Paul McBeth's new paid endorsement deal with Adidas Terrex, Adidas' course sponsorship at the Gentlemen's Club Challenge, the DG World Tour's Aussie Open ratings, and the DG Pro Tour's Championship in Jacksonville.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood discuss the crazy finish at the 2017 Aussie Open with the Ricky Wysocki v. Eagle McMahon showdown, talk with Paige Pierce about her dominant performance and USDGC qualification, and offer more thoughts on the Aussie Open and the Disc Golf World Tour.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood break down the Aussie Open, the first PDGA major and Disc Golf World Tour event of the 2017 season, before talking to Simon Lizotte about his rehab status and plans for the new year. Plus, the National Tour payout bump and more Adidas Outdoor involvement.
Steve Hill interviews Valarie Jenkins about her decision to leave Innova and Charlie Eisenhood joins Steve to discuss the news. Plus, what's up with Paul McBeth and Adidas? And how are pros using social media?
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood discuss the latest news in disc golf, including the sponsorship changes on January 1st, the Prodigy exodus, the upcoming Aussie Open, and some Pro Worlds news. Plus, PDGA #9-ranked Paul Ulibarri joins the show to discuss Prodigy, his upcoming season, and more.
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill explore the departure of PDGA Executive Director Brian Graham and the importance of the next hire for the position, break down the latest details about the 2017 Disc Golf Pro Tour, and discuss Dave Feldberg's return to action.
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill break down the 2016 season and announce some awards for Player of the Year and other categories. Later, they look ahead to the 2017 season and discuss what in-depth fantasy disc golf could look like.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood break down the United States Disc Golf Championships, including the final round cancellation, Jeremy Koling's win, and the media strategy. They also take questions from listeners.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood break down the action from Friday at the Winthrop Gold course at the 2016 United States Disc Golf Championships.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood discuss the US Disc Golf Championships, break down Sarah Hokom's win at the US Women's Disc Golf Championships, and interview the Disc Golf World Tour's Jussi Meresmaa about the media plan, the tournament, and more.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood discuss the Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship, break down the 2017 touring schedule, debate about the lack of livestreaming at the US Disc Golf Championships. Plus: USWDGC, the college disc golf season, and more!
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill discuss all the news surrounding the PDGA's 18 month suspension of Bradley Williams, including Paul McBeth's now-finished protest of PDGA events and the Disc Golf Pro Tour's decision to unsanction the upcoming Tour Championship.
The DGPT's Steve Dodge joins the show to discuss that decision and more about the DGPT.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood discuss the big post-Worlds bounceback tournaments from Paul McBeth and Catrina Allen, consider the possibility of a suspension for Bradley Williams, weigh the merits of Final 9s, and break down course selection for Championship-level tournaments.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood discuss the World Championships and talk to both Open Division champions: Valarie Jenkins and Ricky Wysocki.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood talk about Day 3 at PDGA Pro Worlds and interview Gregg Barsby.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood preview this week's PDGA Pro Worlds, including discussion of what a win could mean for Ricky Wysocki, a look at the contenders & darkhorses, and a breakdown of Ultiworld Disc Golf's extensive planned coverage from Emporia.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood discuss Ricky Wysocki's strong back 9 to win the Silver Cup, the livestreaming of the Disc Golf Pro Tour, the injury status of Paul McBeth and Simon Lizotte, the upcoming Estonia Open, and the Pokemon Go craze sweeping across courses around the country.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood interview Jonathan Gomez (AKA Jomez) about his big announcement about Pro Worlds, discuss the changes planned for Worlds in 2017, talk about Bradley Williams' tremendous season so far, and consider the pros and cons of the Disc Golf Pro Tour so far.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood talk about the results from the Disc Golf World Tour's European Open, discuss the increasing prevalence of playing rounds on ball golf courses, break down the latest Power Rankings, and look ahead to this week's Beaver State Fling.
Steve Hill and Charlie Eisenhood discuss Ricky Wysocki's amazing Masters Cup win, break down the latest Power Rankings, consider the latest from the newly formed Tours, and chat a bit about the state of disc golf media.
Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill break down the upcoming American Open from the American Disc Golf Tour set to broadcast live on ESPN3, discuss the PDGA Women's Global Event, and talk about the state of the 2016 season.