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The 2025 US Open at Oakmont CC did not disappoint, as carnage was the name of the game. But one rose above the field in JJ Spaun with a putt for the ages to seal the deal. Alex and Michael bread down the incredible week from Pittsburg, the crazy moments on the course (and from the rain delay), and ask themselves: can Spaun continue to win?
The LPGA Meijar Classic came down to the wire as a Spaniard claimed her first victory in over 8 years, and become one of the winningest Spaniards on the LPGA Tour.
This week is the KMPG Women's PGA Championship, and Alex will be there in Frisco, TX. Alex breaks down the course, the potential conditions, and the field ahead of this week's third LPGA major.
In Tuned In, Michael is excited following the news of Spaceballs 2, with retired actor Rick Moranis returning. Alex, meanwhile, is catching "Tires" S2 on the small screen.
This week's guest is Will Lowery. The former "Big Break" contestant, now content creator and friend of Tiger Woods, shares what it was like on the Golf Channel show, how cool Tiger's office really is, and how crazy it is to hit on the giant simulator at the TGL. You can catch Will on his own golf podcast, Beyond the Fairway, and with his Croshand Productions, you can see how Will is truly growing the game through representation.
The NBA Finals are heating up, but Alex wants to know where Michael ranks the sports most critical moments.
Yankees v Red Sox is always a hot topic on this podcast, but while the Sox swept the Yankees this weekend, Michael rains on Alex's parade with the massive trade news out of Bean Town.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex has a new favorite fast food burger, while Michael is planning his Anniversary menu.

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The RBC Canadian Open in Toronto was a birdie fest and ultimately went to a playoff where New Zealand's Ryan Fox secured his second victory of the season. Rory McIlroy, meanwhile, showed up but didn't show out.
The LPGA's shorter ShopRite Classic had an American return to the winner's circle in Jennifer Kupcho in New Jersey as the ladies now tune up for the upcoming KMPG in a couple weeks.
The Champions Tour team golf event of the American Family Insurance Championship saw Darren Clarke and Thomas Bjorn claim the top prize, and Michael's "favorite" player Angel Cabrera didn't do too poorly either.
Golf's longest day, the qualifier for the US Open, was last week, and while PGA Tour fixtures like Max Homa failed to quality, a dentist and former Oakmont caddy did and gets to play in a major championship.
The 2025 US Open is sure to be a brutal test as Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlRoy, Bryson DeChambeau and more descend on Oakmont Country Club. The guys wonder what the winning score might be, and Michael gets Alex to pick some favorites out of some interesting groups, including Tommy Fleetwood, Bryson, and Phil Mickelson.
In Tuned In, Michael has started watching the new golf series Stick on Apple TV, while Alex got thinking after the Tony's: which major is most like each EGOT award. Michael makes guesses to see if he lines up with Alex.
This week's guest is Maja Stark. The Swedish golfer returns to the podcast fresh off her US Women's Open victory at Erin Hills. The new major champion chats with Alex about what it was like to win, how she's celebrating, and why she had a Wisconsin beer in her hand afterward the win.
The NBA Finals heat up at the Pacers and Timberwolves play in a "midwestern Finals."
Aaron Rodgers had finally made his choice, but Alex and Michael don't know if it's a good one for the Steelers.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares a great new burger he tried in Austin, while Michael asks is George Moetz is right about just 3 toppings on a burger.

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The US Women's Open at Erin Hills produced a new major champion in Sweden's Maja Stark. The former podcast guest, that Alex said has done well as past US Open's, cruised to victory with the 54-hole lead Sunday.
Jack Nicklaus didn't hold back on his criticism of Rory McIlroy, who skipped Jack's MEMORIAL tournament without a personal phone call to the legend of the game.
Scottie Scheffler claimed his second straight MEMORIAL tournament, winning his 8th straight tournament when leading after 54-holes. The world's best player continues to be part of the "next Tiger Woods" conversation.
On the PGA Champions circuit, Angel Cabrera couldn't get a third win a row, but the most interesting man in the world, Miguel Angel Jimenez, claimed victory in a playoff.
Charlie Woods finally got his first victory on the AJGA circuit, and Alex wonders how the college recruiting process will go for Tiger's son.
June means Hurricane season is here, and Michael is ready. Meanwhile, Alex is prepping for bring the Course of Life brand to the small screen this summer.
In Tuned In, Michael can't get enough of a Las Vegas sommelier opening expensive bottles of wine, and Alex shares a new show he never heard of, and the release schedule for the final season of Stranger Things.
This week's guest is Dr Raymond Prior, Ph.D. Alex chats with Dr Prior, known for his role in performance phycology, who how he got into the field, and why its so important for not just athletes, but also musicians, CEOs, and actors. You can find out more about Dr Prior at BTSMindset.com.
The NBA Playoffs are set as the Indiana Pacers and the Minnesota Timberwolves win their conferences. While the NBA may not be loving the ratings potential of this midwest matchup, Michael wonders if the Pacers win will the Fever follow suit?
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares a new New England style pizza place in Austin, while Michael is eating out a lot thanks a busy week of family and friends.

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At Colonial, Scottie Scheffler and Tommy Fleetwood couldn't content, and instead an American claimed his second win of the year with a par on the last at the Charles Schwab Challenge.
On the PGA TOUR CHAMPIONS, ex-convict Angela Cabrera is putting up a surpassingly amazing season, as his victory at the Senior US Open makes it 2-straight wins and 2-straight Majors in back-to-back weeks.
The LPGA was at Mayakoba for the Mexico Riviera Maya Open, where a Japanese rookie claimed her first victory, 6 shots clear of the field.
The Ryder Cup is coming up at the end of the season at Bethpage Black, and at last week's US Open, Alex asked Captains Luke Donald and Keagan Bradly how they'll pick their teams. Meanwhile, Michael has a crazy suggestion for the US Captain's picks.
The PGA TOUR now heads to the Memorial, while the LPGA has their US Open at Erin Hills.
Michael shares an update on his broken elbow, while Alex is celebrating the unofficial start of summer.
In Tuned In, it's a race weekend! Michael can't get over the incredible finish at the Weenie 500, while Alex is in shock how Scott McLaughlin's Indy 500 ended even before it began.
This week's guest is Caley McGinty. The LPGA Rookie from England shares how she played at 3 different American universities before turning pro, and what it's like playing on Tour.
The NBA Playoffs roll on, and Alex just can't root for the Knicks after what they did to his Celtics.
We all know that the WNBA is seeing amazing growth, thanks to the likes of Caitlin Clark. But an economics professor has put a number on how much Clark actually means to the WNBA.
Tom Brady might be coming out of retirement to play again, but not exactly where you might think. And the Bill Belichick/Jordon Hudson narrative just keeps getting crazier and they two now seem to be engaged.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying the local places in Austin that haven't been ruined by tourists yet.

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The 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow started off slow on star power, but ended with a bang, and a couple thuds, as Scottie Scheffler claimed his third major as Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau faltered. Alex shares clips from his press conference questions with Jordan Speith and Sheffler, plus PGA Professional Ryan Lenahan.
Ex-convict and 2-time major champion Angel Cabrera won for the second time on the PGA Champions Tour, and Michael wonders if he wins at the PGA Senior Championship next week, will he be a shoe-in for POTY?
Alex may finally be done traveling for a little bit, but that doesn't mean he's done with his travel stories of weird people.
In Tuned In, Michael finally catches Twisters, and is catching feelings for Glenn Powell, while Alex is finding good entertainment while while airborne.
This week's guest is Patrick McDonald, part of the CBS Sports Golf online coverage. Patrick shares what makes this year's PGA Championship "good enough," what its like being on CBS Sports, and how a pimento cheese grilled cheese is his favorite 19th hole meal.
The NBA Playoffs head to the Conference Finals, and Alex's Celtics are no longer in the picture.
The WNBA kicked off their new season, and the drama between Caitlin Clarke and Angel Reese is already in top form.
The NFL released the 2025 schedules, and Alex's Patriots and Michael's Giants are poised for a December MNF matchup when both teams may be in very different places.
Michael shares how college softball just had one of the biggest upsets ever, as the top ranked Texas A&M Aggies faltered in the opening regional round of the NCAA Tournament.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares how his one slice of pizza at the Charlotte airport almost broke the bank, while Michael tries out Dave's Hot Chicken for some Nashville Hot style fried chicken.

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This week's PGA Championship at Quail Hollow has almost too many possible storylines, and Alex is on the course in Charlotte, letting us know what he's seeing and what he might ask at the press conferences early in the week. Alex and Michael inspect the course and give predictions on which star has the best chance to claim the season's second major.
The Truist Championship was moved to Philadelphia ahead of the PGA Championship, where Sepp Straka claimed his second victory of the season and stole a spot in the Top 10 in the World.
Meanwhile, the ONEFlight Myrtle Beach Classic went into a 3-man playoff, where all Ryan Fox needed was a chip-in to second his first Tour victory.
The LPGA was in Jersey City for the Mizuho Americas Open, and the hottest golfer in the game finally got back to the winner's circle.
Alex's travels across the country continue, and he shares more stories of people running through the airport from his flights to Charlotte.
In Tuned In, Michael shares his review of "Thunderbolts," while Alex is rewatching the popular show Lost*.
This week's guest is Grant Boone, known for the LPGA on NCA Sports, plus the Amen Corner live stream for The Masters. Grant chats with Alex about what it's like being at Amen Corner all week, how he got the job at NBC, and more from his time calling multiple sports for radio and television.
The NBA Playoffs roll on, and Michael asks Alex what is happening with the Boston Celtics.
In Football, the Bill Belichick/UNC/Jordon Hudson drama continues to boil, and Michael wonders if Bill will ever even coach an actual game at UNC.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex wants to know if he should visit Cookout while in Charlotte, while Michael tries out the mid-west staple Culver's for a butter burger.

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Scottie Scheffler finally got his first win of the season, and boy, was it an impressive one in his own backyard at the CJ CUP Byron Nelson.
The LPGA was in Utah for the Black Desert Championship, an incredible backdrop for Haeren Ryu to claim her third victory on tour.
The PGA Professional Championship this past week gave some for he game's best instructors and club pros the chance to play for a spot at the PGA Championship, and Alex was there to chat with some of the game's best as they punched their ticket. Alex was able to catch up with pros Ryan Lenahan, Rupe Taylor, and Bob Sowards after they had completed their final rounds.
The PGA TOUR heads to the Truist Championship, moved away from Quail Hallow (which will host the PGA Championship next week). Michael wonders if Rory McIlroy can defend his title, will that make it more or less likely for him to win the season's second major?
Alex has been hopping around the country covering all the different golf, and he shares another rant on travel that he just don't understand about checked bags.
In Tuned In, Michael is playing a new computer game, Cities: Skylines as he continues to rest his broken arm, while Alex couldn't believe the crowds in Brazil as Lady Gaga took over Rio.
This week's guest is Hope Barnett, who returns to the podcast to talk about the LPGA's growing success and which celebrities are showing up at the different tournaments.
The NBA Playoffs move onto the next stage, albeit without LeBron James (once again). Michael wonders how much longer we'll see LeBron on the court.
The Bill Belichick saga continues to grow more and more bizarre as new information keeps coming out about Bill and his significantly younger girlfriend.
In baseball, the Yankee's Aaron Judge put up ridiculous numbers in April, making Alex and Michael gawk at his ability to smash the ball.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares what it was like to be back at Foxboro, the Boston themed sports bar in Marco Island, FL, while Michael is giving a shameless plug to his bakery's new brunch restaurant, Bread and Butter.

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The LPGA's first major of the season did not disappoint with a 5 woman playoff to decide the Chevron Championship. Plus, answers from the game's best as Alex chats with Ingrid Lindblad, Nelly Korda, and Ruoning Yin in Houston.
Team golf was the name of the game at the Zurich Classic in New Orleans, as Andrew Novak finally got his win with his buddy Ben Griffin at his side.
17-year old Blades Brown is making a name for himself on the Korn Ferry Tour, and Michael breaks down how Brown is using his runner-up finish last week to his advantage instead of playing on the PGA TOUR this week, as he had originally planned.
Alex is in Florida this week to cover the PGA Professional Championship, where the best club professionals get together to try and play their way into the PGA Championship at Quail Hallow.
The PGA TOUR heads to Texas for the CJ CUP Byron Nelson, where local boy Scottie Scheffler is still looking for his first win of the season.
Alex's travel day to southwest Florida was an interesting one, where he say every annoying thing happen, from passengers running to their plane to people sitting in the wrong seat.
In Tuned In, Michael shares some of the movies he's watching with he extra free time, and Alex can't believe the Austin PD couldn't catch a guy hanging from a crane over downtown Austin.
The NBA Playoffs roll on and while Alex is comfortable with his Celtics, Michael can't believe the refs are just handing out wins to the New York Knicks.
The NFL had a banner weekend, from a fun-filled draft (where favorite Shedeur Sanders just kept slipped) to a poor interview with Bill Belichick.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is excited to visit his favorite New England themes sports bar in SW Florida, while Michael is still trying to figure out what he can cook and eat as he nurses he left arm back to health.

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The RBC Heritage at Harbour Town had an exciting Sunday finish as Justin Thomas finally returned to the winner's circle with a playoff victory.
The LPGA's JM Eagle LA Championship produced a new winner, in just her third start, and a large donation to support LA Firefighters.
This week marks the LPGA's first Major Championship, the Chevron Championship, in Houston, TX. Alex is on the grounds for the first few days and shares his thoughts on the course and a conversation with Gurleen Kaur, playing in her second Chevron Championship.
The PGA TOUR's opposite event, the Coral Putacana Championship, saw Joel Dahmen lose a commanding lead down the stretch Sunday, a disappointing end to an otherwise good week of play. Plus, content creator and up-and-comer Wesley Bryan couldn't play after being suspended for playing in the LIV Duels event a few weeks ago.
This week's Zurich Classic features a team format unique to the New Orleans event, and the returning duo of Masters Champ Rory McIlroy and fellow countryman Shane Lowry are the odds-on favorite.
Michael shares an update on his fractured elbow, and Alex celebrates his hometown's 250th Birthday.
In Tuned In, Michael caught the cult-classic 100's of Beavers with a packed theatre and can't stop recommending it, while Alex shares an unsettling update to this year's Fyre Festival.
This week's guest is Darrell Kestner, a PGA Professional in New York who has played in the PGA Professional Championship over 6 decades. Darrell shares stories from his long playing career, how he won the event with different putting strokes, and more.
The NBA Playoffs are in full force and Alex is all in on his Boston Celtics.
Michael shares a wild inning that happening in Minor League Baseball, with a routine play that cause major deja vu.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Michael can't believe that the case of the Jersey Shore went to the home of the chicken tender in his New Hampshire home.

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Rory McIlroy finally did it. Alex and Michael look back at the incredible week from Augusta National, including on-site reporting from a friend of the podcast.
The LPGA has their final tune-up ahead of the Chevron Championship next week.
The Olympics are finally doing what we've all been asking for: a mixed team event at the next Summer Games!
Hilton Head hosts the PGA Tour next for the RBC Heritage, where Scottie Scheffler looks to defend.
Alex enjoyed a weekend in Austin TX, and catching up with Johnny from Austin's own Caddy Issues. Plus, Michael shares an unfortunate turn of events.
In Tuned In, Michael is looking for recommendations, while Alex is wondering how we'll be making showers "great again."
The NBA Playoffs tip off this week, and Alex ponders how it'll play out for his Celtics.
The MLB season rolls on, and the NL is dominating everything.
In the NHL, there's a new all-time goals leader, and this season/s Stanley Cup Playoffs will be missing something it's never been without before.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex enjoys some Masters Classics, while Michael celebrates Passover.

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The Valero Texas Open had winds, winds, and more winds, and 2023 British Open Champ Brian Harmon finally returned to the winner's circle.
The Korn Ferry Tour was in Savannah for the Club Car Championship, but the real story was Ryan McCormick who taped his mouth shut for his Friday round.
The PGA TOUR and PIF have been at it forever, and seem to be getting close to a deal. But news broke of a rejected offer of investment from PIF with one little caveat that is still the sticking point.
The LPGA still has a match play event on their schedule, the T-Mobile Match Play, which gave us a champion who hasn't been in the winner's circle in a long time.
Former Master's Champion Angel Cabrera, and veteran of the Argentinean prison system, just made the field of the James Hardie Pro Football Hall of Fame Invitational, and took full advantage by cruising to victory, just in time for his return to Augusta National.
The first major of the year kicks off in Augusta, GA at The Masters as the world's best vie for the coveted Green Jacket. Alex and Michael look at the field and Alex shares his very hot take on the betting odds.
In Tuned In, Michael shares his review of the meme-able film "The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent," while Alex shares his thoughts on "White Lotus" season 3 and the upcoming Fyre Festival.
This week's guest is Nicholas Callaway, who chats with Alex about the new memoir he edited about his father, Ely Callaway, the founder of Callaway Golf. Nicholas shares stories from the book, like how Ely founded the brand in his 60s, and how AI is being used to recreate Ely's voice for the audio book version.
The NCAA Women's Basketball Champions are the UCONN Huskies... again. While all the eyes keep going to the men's powerhouses of Duke and UNC, Michael reminds us that that school in the middle of Connecticut just keeps winning National Titles, year after year.
Baseball season is in full swing after two weeks, but is it too soon to jump to conclusions?
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, they dive into Blake Lively's poorly executed bakery visit in Connecticut.

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The Texas Children's Houston Open has some fireworks on Sunday at Scottie Scheffler couldn't get it done and Min Woo Lee breaks through on the PGA TOUR.
LIV Golf unveiled a new creator tournament coming at their Miami stop, dubbed The Duels. Featuring content creators next to LIV pros, it sounds an awfully lot like The Creator Classic on the PGA TOUR, who had a lot to say about these creators jumping ship.
Jim Nantz shocked the golf world with his retirement announcement... that'll come at The Masters... in 2036.
The LPGA is back stateside and Lilia Vu couldn't finish the deal at the Ford Championship as Hyo Joo Kim took the win in a playoff after a Sunday 64.
The PGA TOUR now heads to the Valero Texas Open and the last chance before The Masters.
Alex and Michael share some updates going on in their personal lives, as well as what they are Tuning Into, like cleaning up their email boxes, and an update on Michael's 2-year long board game challenge.
This week's guest is Jane Spicer, the owner and founder of Daphne's Headcovers. Jane chats with Alex about how the company started, what it was like when Tiger Woods started using a Daphne Headcover, and more.
March Madness now rolls into April with a very boring Final Four as the selection committee is likely patting themselves on the back for getting it right.
NFL Free Agency still has some life left in it, as Michael's Giants surprised everyone with the signing of Russell Wilson, and Alex's Patriots continue to spend, now on WR Stefon Diggs.
Baseball season is finally underway, and while Alex's Red Sox are faltering out of the box, Michael's Yankees are pounding the ball with some controversial new baseball bats.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex heads to a crawfish boil, while Michael celebrates across Savannah.

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The Snake Pit bit a bunch of guys this week at The Valspar, and the back 9 on Sunday did not disappoint as Victor Hovland outlasted Justin Thomas.
Rory's young protege from Hollywood is seeming to ignore all of Rory's advice as a jump to LIV golf is in the cards for Tom McKibben.
The US Team announced their new Solheim Cup Captain, friend of the podcast Angela Stanford, who will lead the ladies into The Netherlands next year.
This weekend's premiere junior golf tournament, the Sage Valley Jr Invitational, got a lot of attention. Not just for the winner (Miles Russell at -9), but for Charlie Wood's average result, and the incredibly poor showing of Donald Trump's eldest grandchild.
Tiger made an uncharacteristic social media post about his new relationship, prompting questions of what he actually means for golf's GOAT and the ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr (and mother President Trump's eldest grandchild).
The PGA TOUR now heads to Texas for the Texas Children's Houston Open, where Rory McIlroy will do a tune-up for the Masters.
In Tuned In, Alex is excited as his occasional vacation spot of Marco Island was featured on The Americas documentary-series, while also marveling at Celine Dion's golf game after a recent swing post from the Canadian singer.
This week's guest is Kira Peterson, a golf content creator in Wisconsin, who chats with Alex about her journey into the game from snowboarding, and what makes golf in Wisconsin so special.
March Madness kicked off this past weekend, and the results were... expected. Mostly.
NFL Free Agency continues and Michael's Giants have finally made a big splash in the QB market... for someone you wouldn't expect.
Baseball kicks off it's season for real this week after last week's 2-game Tokyo Series.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, they break down this year's menu at the Champions Dinner at The Masters, as Scottie Scheffler makes a few small tweaks from last year's menu.

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Rory McIlroy took THE PLAYERS Championship in a playoff victory Monday morning, claiming yet another big win. But his week started off with an odd fan interaction, and Alex and Michael continue to wonder if he's the man who can win another major, or even the star the game needs anymore.
Tiger Woods had an odd week, from another surgery should end his PGA career (says Michael), to rumors of an intimate relationship with someone from the inner Trump circle.
The LPGA and TGL rumors are heating up, meaning we might start seeing Nelly Korda and Lydia Ko, among others, hitting it into the massive simulator screen. But Michael warns that what we really want is teams featuring both the women and the men.
The Valspar Championship wraps up the PGA TOUR's Florida swing, a course that is surprisingly hilly for the Sunshine State.
Alex made a trek to Horseshoe Bay Resort to see the opening of the new Callaway Golf Academy, and while there got to chat with Horseshoe Bay's Director of Golf, Anthony Holder, golf content creator Dalton Joyce, and Nicholas Callaway, the son of Callaway founder Ely Callaway.
In Tuned In, Michael shares how sometimes being a dog owner means not sleeping well.
March Madness is truly upon us now, as the brackets are out and all the mid-majors are watching from the outside. Alex and Michael take quick looks at the men's and women's tournaments, and Alex gives his favorites and sleepers.
NFL Free Agency continues to heat up, but Michael's Giants keep doing odd things (or nothing at all).
Major League Baseball kicks off its regular season on March 18 in Japan, but then takes a week to go back to Spring Training before actually starting the rest of the season. Michael and Alex are perplexed.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares the great food he had at Horseshoe Bay, while Michael shares an exciting new appetizer he made with roasted grapes.

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The Puerto Rico Open featured a new PGA TOUR winner, by a whole bunch of strokes.
The Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill wasn't short on dramatics down the stretch, but NBC's botched coverage thanks to a commercial break took away the best moment of Russell Henley's big win.
The DP World Tour's Joburg Open in South Africa included one of those odd moments of a player posting a low number and then needing to wait it out to see if they win. Alex loves the coverage they do with a camera in the player's face, and in the end, Calum Hill survived the extended break in the clubhouse and a playoff to take the win.
The LPGA wrapped up their Asian swing in China with a new winner at the LPGA Blue Bay, while two past CoL guests finished in the top 30.
TPC Sawgrass hosts the unofficial 5th major as THE PLAYERS highlights this weekend's events.
Alex shares what he visited at SXSW in Austin this past weekend, including a Whataburger museum filled with art inspired by the Texas burger chain.
In Tuned In, Michael shares a review of the most recent Oscar Winner for Best Animated Feature, Flow, while Alex's plethora of viewing this past week includes updates from Fyre Festival 2 and a crazy few minutes on a Southwest Airlines flight.
This week's guest is Jason Epstein, the PGA Director of Golf & Athletics at Congressional Country Club. Jason chats with Alex from the PGA Show floor and shares how the course has changed and what to look forward to as major championships return to this historic DC course.
March Madness is just about hear, and all the mid-majors are just praying for a spot outside of the play-in games.
NFL Free Agency is lighting up, and while Michael's Giants finally have a QB, Alex's Patriots are getting ready to spend some money.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares the incredible food he had visiting SXSW, but also the food he didn't get to have because he's "too old" to wait in line.

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From the cut line to the winner's circle, the PGA Tour has a brand new champion at the Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches as a depleted field masters a usually windy PGA National.
At the South African Open, a rain soaked shortened tournament resulted in a new winner on the DP World Tour and another countryman winning their national title.
The PLAYERS is just two weeks away, and while LIV golfers have been shut out of the biggest payday on the PGA Tour, one former player has gotten himself back into the field.
The LPGA's HSBC Women's Open is the unofficial Asian Major, and you can now add that trophy to the case of Hall of Famer Lydia Ko.
The PGA TOUR heads to the Arnold Palmer Invitational, and the time of year when Scottie Scheffler dominates.
This week's guest is a perennial Top 100 Golf Coach Jon Tattersall. Jon chats with Alex from the PGA Show back in January, sharing insight on how technology is an important part of the coaching process, what's really happening with the grinders on the PGA Tour, and more.
March Madness is coming and Alex and Michael care most about their mid-major alma mater and their chances of doing what mid-majors only dream of.
Michael's New York Giants had a horrible season, and now have a completely empty quarterback room as they enter free-agency. What's more surprising is that the Giants are considering adding a former Jet to their roster--Aaron Rodgers.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex checks out a world famous BBQ joint, while Michael tries the newest Coca-Cola Orange Cream live.

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The Mexico Open at Vidanta went to a playoff and the journeyman Brian Campbell overcame the rookie Aldrich Potgeiter thanks to the luckiest of bounces.
With more news of talks for the PGA and PIF merger, the rumor is now circulating that we could see LIV players at THE PLAYERS in just a couple weeks. But could that really happen?
The LPGA started their Asian swing, and an American claimed victory after holding off an incredible Sunday 61 from a rookie on tour.
The PGA TOUR now heards to PGA National for the Cognizant Classic, one final tune up before the tour rolls into TPC Sawgrass.
Alex was enjoying the cold and the baseball as he checked out the Karbach Round Rock Classic, featuring some college baseball teams and loud metal bats.
In Tuned In, it's a round robin of movie awards, new seasons of favorite TV shows, concerts, and more.
This week's guest is Ara Anton, known as the Country Club Comic. Ara chatted with Alex at the PGA Show in January, and shares how he went from a caddy to a comic, his favorite celebrities he's caddied for, and how he finds humor in everything golf.
Alex and Michael have a lot of questions for Bill Belichick, as everyone's attention is on the 23 year old girlfriend of the 72 year old Hall of Fame coach.
Spring Training is heating up, and the biggest news was the end of the no facial hair policy for the New York Yankees. But with the announcement from team captain Aaron Judge that he won't grow anything, will the other players stay clean as well?
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's a Girl Scout Cookie favorite being turned into a milkshake, and some of Savannah's best restaurants.

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The Genesis Invitational did not disappoint, as Ludvig Aberg delivers on the 18th green for his second PGA TOUR victory. Plus, the love for Tiger Woods after the loss of his mother is felt throughout the tournament.
On the PGA Champions Tour, 17 years removed from his last victory, Justin Leonard delivers an emotional victory and a return to form.
The LPGA announces new pace of play rules, firmly spelling out punishment for slow play and reiterating how it will dole out that punishment, something Alex and Michael agree is a great step forward in stopping sluggish play in the professional game.
The PGA TOUR heads to the Mexico Open at Vidanta where Michael wonders if Jake Knapp can find a winning form again to defend his title from the shortened tournament last year.
The weather across the US continues to be crazy, from heat in the south, to snow in the north, and it finally hit home for Alex as he is riddled with sickness.
In Tuned In, Michael pulled the trigger and is playing the newest installment of the Civilization franchise nonstop, while Alex caught the star-studded SNL50 specials.
Alex caught up with the 2025 PGA of America Coach and Instructor of the Year while at the PGA Show last month, Jason Baile. Jason chats about the importance of stretching and his Golf Forever program.
The 2024 PGA of America Coach of the Year, Jason Baile, also talked with Alex at the PGA Show, sharing personal stories with Korn Ferry winner Hank Lebioda, LPGA Hall of Famer Inbee Park, and Solheim Cup Captain Stacy Lewis.
NBA All Star Weekend came and went, and it was a disappointment as Alex shares how horrible one of his favorite weekends has become.
Major League Baseball is back (!) as Spring Training heats up and Alex has faith in his Red Sox after a busy offseason.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about Valentine's Day as the guys recap their romantic meals, including bougie honeycomb and a thick steak.

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The party at TPC Scottsdale didn't disappoint at Belgium captures its first PGA TOUR victory thanks to Thomas Detry's big win at the WM Pheonix Open.
The Founder's Cup produced a suspenseful Sunday until Jin Young Ko's bogey-less streak ended at 90 holes and American Yealimi Noh claimed her first LPGA victory.
Big news happened this week in the PGA and PIF merger, as Donald Trump got to meet with the PGA, and Tiger played 18 with the President Sunday morning.
The Genesis Invitational heads to Torrey Pines, and Tiger Woods is in the field. A course that has brought Tiger a lot of success over his career, Michael wonder's if Tiger would have teed it up if the tournament would have been held at Riviera.
This weekend's headline is Valentine's Day, and there's still time to get something for the one you love.
In Tuned In, Michael is getting ready to play the newest game in the long running Civilization franchise, but wants Alex's help in deciding which version to buy. Alex, meanwhile, got to see Lifehouse in concert, a 2000s band that doesn't do many shows anymore.
This week's guest is Stacy Lewis. The 2 Time Major Champion and Solehim Cup Captain in 2023 and 2024 for Team USA shares what it was like to coach a winning team on US soil, he plans for the future, and she shares her thoughts on the game's future.
Super Bowl 59 did not go as planed for the Kansas City Chiefs, as the Eagles fly high and cruise to victory. Alex and Michael break down their favorite prop bets from the game, and their thoughts on Kendrick Lamar's Halftime Show.
In #AlwaysEndWithFood, the guys share their Super Bowl spreads, including muffuletta sandwiches from Alex, and a Dip Party for Michael.

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Rory McIlroy called it one of the "Cathedrals of Golf" and has now taken the top prize at Pebble Beach after winning this weekend's AT&T Pro-Am. Top names dominated the leaderboard including Shane Lowry, Justin Rose, and the return of Scottie Scheffler. Plus, Alex asks what Michael thinks of Jason Day's Malbon all-sweats outfit.
The LPGA season kicked off in Orlando, FL with the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions. Nelly Korda tried to start off her 2025 with a win, charging late, but South Korean A Lim Kim held on for her third victory on Tour.
The Korn Ferry Tour also started off their season at The Panama Championship, and past guest Dylan Wu had a strong weekend finishing T2 as he works to get back to full PGA TOUR membership.
This weekend's big event is the WM Phoenix Open. More of a party and a concert than a golf tournament, Alex asks Michael which headliner for the concerts each night he'd want to sit through (hint: Michael will bring a photograph to hold up during the concert).
The TGL got their first taste of Tiger vs Rory last week, and their first OT "thriller." But maybe the more interesting finding is that the TGL is hiring seat fillers for the intimate venue.
Alex's time at the PGA Show two weeks ago got him some cool videos of what was happening. A new VLOG will be hitting our YouTube channel this week, and Alex shares a surprise of what you'll find in the video.
In Tuned In, Michael shares how anxious the last two weeks have been if you're of a certain political persuasion, and Alex shares updates on Beast Games and his favorite moments from the Grammys.
This week's guest is Gianna Gravalese. Returning to the podcast, Gianna shares stories of this year's iHeartRadio Jungle Ball, her predictions for who will have a big 2025, and why everyone should go on a burger crawl with their fiends. Follow along with Gianna on Instagram at @giannagravalese and @HangryCures.
The NFL's Pro Bowl Games very quietly took place over the weekend, and Michael and Alex wonders if anyone really cares.
Super Bowl LIX heads to New Orleans for a matchup nobody wanted, but at least the prop bets keep things interesting, including a whole bunch themed around Taylor Swift and Kendrick Lamar's halftime show.
The NBA is all aflutter after a massive trade this weekend which begs the question: is anybody safe?
Trading cards are getting bigger and bigger, but an amazing deal of experiences and season tickets couldn't sway one kid from giving away a one-of-a-kind Paul Skenes card to the Pittsburgh Pirates.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex gets in on the action at the Chilis 3-For-Me deal, and Michael is getting used to a new space as the bakery he works at grows and grows.

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Alex and special co-host Charlie Crenshaw share their impressions of the 2025 PGA Merchandise Show, the largest show in 15 years, in Orlando, FL.
The new PGA of America President spoke at the PGA Show about new rollbacks to the golfball, and Charlie shares his thoughts on the controversial plans.
Charlie shares his favorite breakfast spot, iHop, and what he ordered before the show started.
Alex chats with Amber Bogle, a PGA HOPE Ambassador and veteran, who shares how she fell in love with the game of golf, and what it was like to putt in front of Arnold Palmer.
Ranked as one of the best instructors for kids in America, Megan Johnston chats with Alex about the fundamentals and what makes Big Cedar Lodge and Payne's Valley so amazing.

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The American Express was a return to the winner's circle for Georgia alum Sepp Straka, slowly turning into one of the world's best. But PGA Rookie William Mouw stole the show with his horrifically bad 13 during his second round.
The schedule for the next few weeks is set on the PGA TOUR until the Genesis Invitational. Normally at Riviera, now moved due to the LA Wildfires, Alex and Michael wonder if we'll see the tournament in Scottsdale right after the WM Phoenix Open.
The Dubai Desert Classic was a big win or LIV golfer Tyrrel Hatton, whose win in Dubai will give him much needed OWGR points to stay in the majors.
Tiger Woods made his official TGL debut last week, but didn't get a good result as his Jupiter Links fell to a very good LA Golf Club anchored by Sahith Theegala.
Alex is off to Orlando for the PGA Show this week, where he'll be chatting with world renowned instructors, Solheim Cup Captain Stacy Lewis, and more. Make sure to follow along on our IG and YouTube so you don't miss it.
In Tuned In, Michael is battening down the hatches as an unusual winter storm makes its way to Savannah with freezing rain, sleet, and snow. Alex, meanwhile, is disappointed with the "ending" of Squid Game and wonders what the best game to take is in Mr Beast's Beast Games.
This week's guest is Kelly Walker from Visit Frisco, The Communications Manager shares her thoughts on the amazing golf available in this Dallas suburb, how great the sport scene is, and more.
The NFL Playoffs gave us some dissapointing outcomes as fan favorites couldn't get over the hump into the Conference Championships next weekend.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying a healthy date night with some sushi, while Michael is whipping up a Chocolate Honey pie.

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The Sony Open went to a playoff, and Nick Taylor notched his third playoff and fifth PGA Tour victory in Hawaii.
TGL debuted at its home in Florida as The Bay Golf Club beat up the New York Golf Club at the incredibly tech-infused indoor league which left Alex very satisfied.
LIV Golf has always been about the money, and one exiting member of the rival tour sounded off.
Next week is the PGA Show in Orlando, FL where anyone who makes anything golf related gets together to showcase their wares. Alex will be there once again and shares what we should expect in the coming weeks on the podcast.
In Tuned In, Michael shares the progress he and his wife are making in their two-year long board game challenge, playing every game they own 3 times (they own over 100). Alex, meanwhile, doesn't understand why everyone doesn't take the money in Squid Game's second season, and the new Beast Games from Mr Beast.
This week's guest is Francis Biondi, a golf instructor at Beyond Golf Performance in Austin, TX. Francis shares his views on golf, plus what it was like to make meatloaf for Gordon Ramsey on Master Chef, and putt it out on Holey Moley.
College Football is headed to its championship, and its a bit of a disappointment with how bad the selection committee is at ranking teams.
In the NFL, the Wild Card Weekend is in the books, and now it's just a matter of time before the Chiefs are in the Super Bowl.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is getting healthy in January with cauliflower pizza, while Michael is staying warm with the best ramen in Savannah.

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The Sentry kicked off the 2025 season in paradise and Hideki Matsuyama set a PGA scoring record with a unique swing that bothers Alex.
2024 wrapped up in style for Alex and Michael, as they share what happened during the holidays, including a hilarious tour of Savannah, and poorly-timed sickness for Alex.
The TGL kicks off this week with an arena that includes incredible technology, a rotating green, and a screen as big as a movie theater.
Rumors are swirling of a new format for the TOUR Championship, and it would mark a return of a bracket on the PGA Tour.
Scottie Scheffler punctured his hand during Christmas, and Alex really wonders why the best player in the world is risking injury to his most important asset.
In Tuned In, Michael watched the hilarious surrealist slapstick comedy Hundreds of Beavers and encourages everyone to watch it. Alex, meanwhile, can't get over the generosity of Mr Beast in the new show Beast Games.
This week's guest is Jason Mengel, the Championship Director of the 2023 KitchenAide Senior PGA Champ, the 2025 KMPG Women's PGA Champ, and the 2027 PGA Champ, all being held at PGA Frisco. Jason shares what its like to run a major championship, and what everyone should expect as the world best keep coming to Frisco and the new PGA of America HQ.
College Football's new bracket is creating plenty of drama, and all the upsets, as all of the top 4 seeds lost their games. But Alex's Baby Bets were able to secure a winning season as Bowl Season heads toward its conclusion.
The NFL Season wrapped up its regular season, and Michael's Giants and Alex's Patriots shared similar fates. And yet, the Giants kept their coach and the Patriots parted ways with theirs, creating some confusion and frustration.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is trying to get a taste of home in a Lobster Roll, and Michael tried a Savannah staple in Vic's on the River that did not live up to the hype.

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It's the annual Festivus Special, with an airing of grievances, great feats of strength, or Festivus Miracles.Support our friends!- Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4DtListen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.comSupport the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4IJoin us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJFollow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ

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The PGA and LPGA teamed up for their annual team event, the Grant Thorton Shootout, where a new pairing took the win wire-to-wire. Meanwhile, Michael wonders why the PGA's best don't show up while the LPGA's does. Plus excitement at what may be coming to the Olympics in LA in 2028.
The DP World Tour had their annual episode of Planet Earth with a side of golf in South Africa for the Alfred Dunhill Championship, where local Shaun Norris had to wait it out after posting a score for the win.
This weekend is the annual PNC Championship, where all eyes will be on Tiger Woods as he returns to play with son Charlie. But other parent-child teams are more likely to win this fun event.
Alex is headed to Frisco, TX to see the Frisco Bowl and check in with friends from his last trip to the Dallas area.
In Tuned In, Alex is sharing his take on the season finale of Yellowstone, while the Top 10 is now very full of Christmas songs.
This week's guest is Blair Wortsmith, who the guys first met at the Desire Cup at TPC Sawgrass in 2023. Blair, the Director of Programs and Operations for the Danny Wuerffel Foundation, is also the Fan Experience Producer for SEC Nation on ESPN. Blair chats with Alex and shares what its like being on the road every weekend with the SEC Nation team, what it was like meeting Matthew McConaughey, and how her British boyfriend first reacted to American football.
The Lady Vols of Tennessee broke the record for the most 3-pointers made in a game, beating out a record held by 2-teams in the men's side of the ball.
In College Football, Bowl Season is now upon us, and this weekend's first slate of games in the CFB Playoffs makes Michael ask: does anyone really like Notre Dame? Plus, a new addition to the college landscape is making massive shifts in the game.
In the NFL, Michael's Giants continue to suck in new sucky ways, Alex's Patriots continue to lose, and the Chiefs continue to win.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is ready for all the great eats in Frisco, while Michael has his Christmas menu also all set.

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The Hero World Challenge did not surprise, as Scottie Scheffler won for the 9th time globally in 2024, becoming just the second player to do it. So it Scottie really as good as Tiger Woods? Alex and Michael ponder the question.
The LIV guys showed up at the the PIF Saudi International and Joaquin Neimann showed how he could be the best golfer currently in the rival circuit.
The Grant Thorton Invitational heads to Naples, FL with co-ed teams from the PGA and LPGA, an event that should really have a more central spot on the golf game's calendar.
Michael shares a news story about someone's golf clubs that caught fire thanks to a Delta luggage crew, and Alex wonders how that could happen.
In Tuned In, Michael shares a review of this year's Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, while Alex is enjoying the new Pop Culture Jeopardy!
This week's guests are WVU Football reporter Jorden from the Country Roads Webcast and John Maddox from TigersSportsReport.com. Both Jorden and John share insights from the past season, what's in store for the future, and their predictions for the Frisco Bowl.
In Pop Politics, Michael is wondering what is fair game when heckling a player during a sporting event.
Juan Soto is now the highest paid professional athlete, taking a monster deal with the Mets, and Michael isn't bitter about it at all.
In College Football, Alex had a dismal week with his Baby Bets during Conference Championship weekend. And Michael is loving the first ever college football bracket.
In the NFL, Michael's Giants continue to suck, but maybe not as bad as the neighboring Jets, but the Chiefs continue to find ways to win football games.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is looking forward to the return of the Snack Wrap at McDonalds, while Michael visits a new Irish Pub in Savannah with some very big roots in Ireland and a place Alex and Michael visited a last year.

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Rumors with LIV golf are flying as CEO Greg Norman appears to be on the way out, Tony Finau may be headed to the rival circuit, and the DP World Tour may be the official partner for LIV players.
Bryson DeChambeau's YouTube videos continue to draw attention, as he tries to chip over his house and make a hole-in-one, and he has one last shot at breaking 50 on the course with Tom Brady.
The Hero World Challenge takes center stage this weekend, albeit without Tiger playing and only hosting in this hit-and-giggle event to start December.
In Tuned In, Michael is getting the holiday Harry Potter marathon starter, while Alex has a review of the new Netflix holiday movie Hot Frosty.
This week's guest is Guy de Havillande, the CEO of Million Dollar Round. Guy shares with Alex all the details about a new amateur tournament that will give the winner a check for one million dollars.
The NBA's in season tournament is featuring some very bright and colorful courts, prompting Alex to ask Michael what he prefers to see under the feet of the athletes.
It was Fight Week across football this weekend, as big brawls broke out in the college and professional games. Plus, Alex has a big week in his Baby Bets, and the guys lament further disappointment of their favorite NFL teams.
In #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex enjoys the wonders of Thanksgiving leftovers, while Michael cooked just the right amount of food for the holiday.

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The RSM Classic finished off the PGA Tour's Fall schedule, and it included a new winner on Tour and some movers that secured cards for 2025.
The LPGA season wrapped up with the CME Group Tour Championship, and it was a nail-bitter of a Sunday between Angel Yin and Jean Thitikul for the largest prize money in LPGA history.
Thanksgiving week is here and that means you can play golf without having to watch golf, you can eat what you want when you want, and you can watch whatever is on the television.
Women's college basketball had two milestones this week: a new winningest coach in college basketball, and the end of the game's current longest winning streak.
College Football had some surprises in store this weekend, and Alex's Baby Bets didn't fare too well.
In the NFL, Michael's Giants had big changes over the last week, but the same horrible results. Alex's Patriots, meanwhile, cruised into meaninglessness. And the NFL Thanksgiving slate doesn't look that hot.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex can't believe the prices for pizza and chicken tenders at a UNLV game, while Michael is flabbergasted as a DiGiorno Thanksgiving Pizza special.

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The PGA Fall is still producing emotional and important wins as Rafael Campos claimed his first career victory, just days after becoming a father, at the Butterfield Championship in Bermuda.
The Race to Dubai came to a close as Rory McIlroy claimed his 3th consecutive DP World Tour season title, his 6th overall, as he ties Seve Ballesteros and looks to overtake Colin Montgomery's record 8 titles.
The LPGA's ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge included a lot of big names, like the GOAT Annika herself, Caitlin Clark at the ProAm, and more. Alex got a chance to cover the event remotely and asked questions of Brittany Lincicome, rookie Rachel Kuehn, and World #1 and winner of the event, Nelly Korda.
One of the big highlights of the weekend was the return to the ring for Mike Tyson as he faced off against Jake Paul. But the hype outpaced the fight as it was a disappointment in the ring, and on the Netflix stream.
In Tuned In, Michael shares an update to his flooded car situation, and Alex uncovers a Quinnipiac connection to a new hit TV show, and highlights the fastest moving Christmas songs in the Top 100.
In Pop Politics, Alex wonders what's the best way to ask for and give gifts for Christmas, while Michael is shocked at a new 4-year long cruise to "escape the Trump Presidency."
Inside the NBA has been a staple on TNT's coverage for decades, and it all looked like it was coming to an end as the NBA ended its partnership with TNT Sports. But it looks like it will rise again to keep Ernie, Chuck, Kenny and the guys together.
Alex's Baby Bets rebounded in college football, continuing his winning season on small bets.
In the NFL, the Chiefs have finally fallen, while Alex's Patriots lose again, and even on a bye week Michael's Giants find new ways to lose.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex asks how much turkey is too much turkey? And Michael shares what its like to make 400 loaves of challah.

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The FedEx Fall heats up at the World Wide Technologies Championship and 11 birdies for Austin Eckroat.
The Lotte Championship was a swan song for one past podcast guest as the LPGA heads towards their season ending tournament.
The PGA Champions Tour Championship ended in dramatic fashion as Bernhard Langer uses the last moment to claim his first victory of the season, his 18th straight season with a win.
Alex heads to a Texas Stars hockey game and is reminded that HOTTOGO is as big as we know it is.
In Pop Politics, a Texas strip club made headlines with their "Head To The Poles" voter incentive program.
In Tuned In, Michael shares the car disaster he didn't see coming, and Alex catches the premiere of Yellowstone.
This week's guest is Charlie Crenshaw, who's hares memories of watching his Uncle Ben win the 1995 Masters, how that influenced him to get into golf, and his philosophy on teaching golf on his TikTok show "In The Hazard."
College Football suprised everyone with upsets all over resulting in Alex's first losing week in his Baby Bets.
In the NFL, Alex's Patriots had a bright weekend, while Michael's Giants find new ways to suck in a new country.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about that Thanksgiving menu.

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The PGA TOUR and LIV merger may finally be headed to some sort of conclusion, but is it really?
The PGA TOUR released big proposed changes for field sizes and the size of the TOUR membership, making Alex and Michael wonder what they are thinking and who they are really protecting.
The LPGA wrapped up their Asian Swing by giving away a toilet (no, really) after a 6 hold playoff in Japan. Plus, Nelly Korda gets what's hers and poses for Sports Illustrated.
At a press conference for the upcoming ANNIKA Driven tournament, Alex asked the GOAT about Caitlin Clark, and got a great answer about women's sports and what it means for Clark to be playing in the Pro-Am.
Alex's Marco Island trip is all wrapped up, and it included 36 holes of mini golf with his wife.
On the way back home, Alex got to thinking about what's worse on an airplane, having the seat in front of you fully reclined, or having the passenger next you have their light on all flight.
In Tuned In, Michael shares how embarrassing it must be for his puppy to now have a Cone of Shame, while Alex is excitedly ready for the Christmas music season.
This week's guest is _crete_king, aka Elijah Miller, known on TikTok and Instagram for hitting golf balls straight off the concrete with every club. Elijah shares what got him started in the content, how he came up with the name, and shares some tips for others who want to hit off the concrete too.
The football weekend was a quiet one, at least on the college front. But in the NFL, Alex and Michael can't find anything good for their favorite teams.
In the World Series, Michael's Yankees didn't seem to even show up, and he's awfully disappointed but ready to move on.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex loved the oysters he got in Florida, and Michael couldn't believe how much he spent for a night at a Korean BBQ buffet.

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The ZOZO Championship had some big names that couldn't get the job done as a young Columbian notched his second PGA TOUR victory.
The is almost done with their Asian swing at the Maybank Championship, and another talented pro on a hot streak claimed her second win in three starts.
The DP World Tour had a playoff at the Genesis Championship in Korea, but the loser took the headlines with his hot temper and broken locker.
Alex is down in Marco Island for his bi-annual trip to the Florida Gulf Coast, where he plans on celebrating Halloween with pumpkins on the beach. But the political ads are just taking over now that he's watching TV in a competitive state.
In Tuned In, Michael is playing a new Legend of Zelda game where you actually play as Zelda(!), and Alex is excitedly watching a fellow Quinnipiac alumni and Olympian dance it out on Dancing with the Stars.
This week's guest returns for the fifth time to talk Thanksgiving, Christmas, and football Sundays. Lifestyle Blogger Brandi Milloy chats with Alex about all that, plus what she's thankful for and what it was like to visit Guatemala during a service trip.
College football had a quiet week (compared to last week), and the NFL produced a shocking result for Alex's Patriots.
In the World Series, Michael's Yankees didn't have a good start in LA, and by the time you listen to this, it may all be over.
In #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is getting ready for a world with working ice cream machines at McDonalds, while Michael is enjoying a wonderful risotto at home.

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The Shriners Children's Open in Las Vegas was headlined by 50+ MPH winds, wrecking havoc on the schedule and the balls on the green.
The LPGA is about to wrap up their Asian swing, but not before Hannah Green won for the third time this year.
The Champions Tour is starting their season-ending tournament series, and one journeyman who never secured his PGA TOUR card notched his first career victory at the best moment.
The DP World Tour's weekend event went to a record tying 9-hole playoff on Sunday, resulting in another Frenchman winning on the European circuit.
LIV Golf might be looking for a new CEO to replace Greg Norman, sparking speculation that the PIF and PGA might be closing in on a deal. Meanwhile, Bryson DeChambeau and Phil Mickelson couldn't break 50 in Bryson's YouTube series.
Alex got to spend the weekend at College Gameday as it rolled into Austin, seeing the likes of Scottie Scheffler in his green jacket, a former Olympian, and Alex's crowning moment of having his sign featured on the ESPN program.
In Tuned In, Michael is catching the HGTV special, "Scariest Homes in America" as it finds the most frightening houses, while Alex is wondering what's making Terrirfier so popular.
This week's guest is Sebastian Pell. The viral sensation from a few years ago is now a senior high school golfer in Vermont, and shares with Alex what it was like to play in his final State Championship, and where he plans to play for the next four years.
Pop Politics features Donald Trump talking about Arnold Palmer's anatomy, and working a shift at McDonalds.
The WNBA season wrapped up with an OT thriller and the New York Liberty claiming the title behind Sabrina Ionescu.
College Football continued to featured top teams losing as another #1 team falls, shocking the college landscape.
In the NFL, Alex and Michael just can't take it anymore, and are ready to burn down their favorite teams.
In baseball, Michael is overjoyed his Yankees are in the World Series, facing the Dodgers, which Alex pointed out is exactly what Michael has been saying all season.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex can't believe what's happening with Austins hottest new (fake) restaurant, and Michael wonders how many people always order the same thing as the same restaurant.

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The inaugural Black Desert Championship in Utah brought stunning views of the rocky landscape, low scores, and a new winner. Attention for Alex and Michael was also on past guest Dylan Wu who had to sleep on a birdie putt to make the cut mid-tournament.
The LPGA in full into their Asian swing as a Shanghai native took the win at the Buick LPGA Shanghai for her fourth LPGA victory.
Alex caught up with US Olympians Taryn Kloth and Kristen Nuss as they visited Austin for a APV Tour event. The Beach Volleyball duo chatted about what it was like to play under the Eiffel Tower, how they beat the odds to make the Olympics in Paris, and why they think the new APV Tour is a game changer.
In Tuned In, Alex is paying close attention to the upcoming Presidential election, while Michael is just keeping his head down for now.
College Hockey is back! The guys' alma mater returned to action and is looking good, and this also means the NHL is back and the NBA is close behind.
College Football's big weekend didn't disappoint, and Alex's Baby Bets continue to hit.
In the NFL, the guys can't find much to be happy about as their teams continue to stink it up in the cellars. But Michael still wonders which undefeated team will lose first: the Vikings or the Chiefs.
The MLB Postseason rolls on and Michael's Yankees are going strong, even if Aaron Judge doesn't know how to play in October.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex's is inspired by the MLB Postseason and wants to build the best ballpark sausage.

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The Sanderson Farms Championship in Mississippi went to a playoff, and cost Alex on his pick to win the event. Now the PGA TOUR heads to Utah for a new event with one of the worst fields of the year.
The Korn Ferry and EPSON Tours crowned their season ending champions and sent 30 and 15 players, respectively, off to the top tiers, including past guests on the ladies side like Ana Belac, Lauren Stephenson, and Daniella Iacobelli.
Alex headed to Austin's HEB Center this weekend for the the AVP and beach volleyball, and before that was able to chat with the 2024 Paris Olympic Silver Medalists. Canadians Brandie Wilkerson and Melissa Humana-Paredes chat about what it was like to play under the Eiffel Tower, to win for Canada, and the new APV team series touring across the country.
While Alex was watching the volleyball, Michael was in Virginia with his in-laws, playing golf and breaking clubs. Literally.
In Tuned In, the guys are paying close attention to Hurricane Milton as it bears down on southwest Florida, an area Alex visits frequently.
College football was rattled this weekend as Vanderbilt shocked Alabama and the world, but Michael also wonders why Georgia remains at the #5 team in the nation.
In the NFL, fair weather fan Michael is now all about his Giants going all the way, and Alex can't stand his horrible Patriots.
In Baseball, the Divisional Series star to to heat up, and Alex is now hoping for a Subway World Series in New York.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is ready for pumpkin bread season, but Michael is just thinking about the sour gummy bears at Buc-ees.

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Michael shares an update on the devastation of Hurricane Helene to his Savannah area and the entire southeast. Help those effected by donating to the Red Cross, World Central Kitchen, or buy gift cards to local businesses.
The Presidents Cup in Montreal was a golden moment for Keagan Bradley, who after being left off last year's Ryder Cup, clinched the winning point for Team USA. The guys break down the win, look at the International's chances to actually get a close Sunday final, and Michael asks Alex is Keagan Bradley is a Hall of Famer.
The LPGA's Walmart NW Arkansas Championship presented by P&G Sunday finish included low rounds of 60 and 61, and an electric two hole playoff.
Alex was fully entrenched in the Austin East Side Mini Open again this weekend, where he judged the bar crawl mini golf holes for the second year. Check out his videos on Instagram. Next Alex heads to the HEB Center for some Beach Volleyball (in Austin, TX!) where some Paris Olympians will volley for a win in the AVP League.
In Tuned In, Michael is watching the new season of British Bake Off, which now has an American competitor! Meanwhile, Alex is engrossed in the new Alex Hernandez mini-series.
This week's guest is Bryan Evans, owner of Texas Two-Step Gaming, a gambling-like establishment outside of Austin, TX that gives back to the community. Bryan shares how he went from the military to owning the new gaming venue, how the laws allow these Vegas-style games to be played in Texas, and why its so important to give back to the local community.
The WNBA Playoffs roll on, now without Caitlin Clark. The guys are jumping on the Connecticut Sun bandwagon and hope to see the trophy brought to New England.
In College Football, the rankings got all kicked around as Georgia fell and Alabama rose, but Alex's Baby Bets continue to hit.
In the NFL, meanwhile, Alex and Michael's teams continue to be stinkers, and Michael asks which undefeated team has the best chance of running the table.
The MLB Postseason is about to kick off, and while Alex is rooting for the Brewers, Michael knows everyone really wants the Dodgers and Yankees in the World Series.
In #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares the best of the food truck game from the East Side Mini Open, and what he's now griddling up on his Blackstone.

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The 2024 President's Cup kicks off in Montreal, where the American's turn a new page without familiar faces on the team, but with the world's best as they look to extend their unbeaten streak since 1998.
LIV Golf wrapped up their season in Dallas with the Team Championship, and Cam Smith's Ripper GC took the grand prize.
The BMW PGA Championship in Surrey, England ended in heartbreak for Rory McIlroy, who Michael says will never win a big championship ever again.
On the LPGA Tour, Lydia Ko continued her late season dominance with another win, making a case for golfer of the year.
In Tuned In, Alex is enjoying a new comedy on on Hulu with a surprisingly unfunny name.
This week's guest is Kelly Okun, a former professional golfer turned content creator, podcaster, and now Founder and CEO of Fairway to Green, a media company focused on equality and women's sports. Kelly returns to the pod to chat about her new venture, plus what it was like at the Pairs Olympics and Solehim Cup this year.
The WNBA is now in the postseason, and while we all may be rooting for Caitlin Clark, it doesn't look good for the Fever to get past the Connecticut Sun.
Football season rolls on as Texas holds on to the top college spot. Alex's Baby Bets continue to hit, but Michael's NY Giants just happens get lucky sometimes.
Baseball enters the final week of the season that has included some of the best baseball ever seen (Shohei Ohtani) and some of the worst (the Chicago White Sox).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares an update on being a griddle man, while Michael does a live taste test of Coke Zero Sugar Oreo.

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The 2024 Solheim Cup in Virginia had a suspenseful Sunday singles session, but Team USA held on and claimed victory to bring home the cup for the first time since 2017. Alex and Michael look at the victory and ahead to 2026.
The PGA Tour was in Napa, CA for the Procore Championship, where Patton Kizzire claimed his second tour victory, coming six years after his first.
At the Irish Open, Rory slipped away a win to Rasmus Hojgaard, which will all but guarantees Rasmus a spot on tour alongside his twin brother Nicolai for 2025.
LIV Golf wrapped up their regular season this past weekend, and Jon Rahm took the win and the season point total victory, even though outside of the LIV events he played poorly (or not at all) in the Majors.
Tiger Woods dropped news of another back surgery last week, which might call into question his regular December appearances.
The TGL is gearing up for its January launch, and the funny team at St Andre Golf have posted a video showing off what it'll be like when the season kicks off.
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In Tuned In, Alex was watching the Emmy's seeing The Bear scoop up some big awards, and he was catching the new documentary about the original celebrity catfish victim: Manti Te'o.
The WNBA is gearing up for the postseason, and Caitlin Clark's rookie season has been one for the record books.
Football was the main storyline all week, as even Eli Manning and Tom Brady got into a little tussle. Meanwhile, Texas takes the top spot in the FBS rankings, surprising Alex.
Michael's Sunday was headlined by going to his first ever NFL game in Jacksonville as the Jaguars hosted the Cleveland Browns. Michael shares what it was like attending the game (with a Browns Backers group) and if he would ever go to another one. The rest of the NFL for Alex and Michael was a bit of a crapshoot, as both their teams lost in poor fashion.
In #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his plans with his new Blackstone Griddle, while Michael shares his recent cake triumph from his kitchen.

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The 2024 Solheim Cup features a loaded Team USA, poised to claim the cup on home soil this weekend.
The PGA TOUR was dormant this week, but the big news was the next Match with Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy teeing up against LIV's Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau.
The PGA TOUR's Fall kicks off with the Procore Championship where Sahith Theegala will look to defend his title in Napa Valley.
The Course of Life YouTube Channel includes a giveaway on last week's video of Alex's time in Beloit. Make sure to subscribe and leave a comment to get some swag from Desert Fox Golf and the Beloit Sky Carp!
In Tuned In, Michael got all wrapped up in the newest docuseries Chimp Crazy on HBO, done by the guys behind Tiger King, so you know it's gonna be full of conflict and drama. Alex, meanwhile, it getting ready for Fyre Festival 2, as well as enjoying the switch from Direct TV to YouTube TV.
This week's guests at some LPGA golfers with strong connections to Boston. Alex caught up with Alison Walshe and Alexa Pano at the FM Championship at TPC Boston.
Football is back! From Alex's winning ways in college with his Baby Bets, to a crazy week in the NFL, Alex and Michael cover the best of it.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex can't get enough of Chilantro, while Michael's epic meal at Collins Quarter puts everything to shame.

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The TOUR Championship was won by Scottie Scheffler who cruised to victory thanks to a large stroke advantage. Alex and Michael break down Scottie's dominant 2024 season and whether he should be compared to Tiger Woods.
Boston saw golf return with the LPGA's FM Championship. Alex was on site during the week at TPC Boston and cough up with past guest and 2-time Major Champion Brittany Lincicome, plus up-and-coming 2-time winner Pajaree Anannarukarn from Thailand.
The Course of Life YouTube Channel is full of short videos from Alex's time at the FM Championship, including more from Alex's time with Brittany Lincicome. Be sure to check the channel for a special giveaway coming soon.
In Tuned In, Michael is confused by the new "sped-up" songs hitting Spotify and why they seem to be popular, while Alex is caught up in the gluttony and food craze with Joey Chestnut and Takeru Kobayashi on Netflix.
Football is back in full force as a full weekend of games on the college side produced some great wins on Alex's new Baby Bets (very cutesy, very dumure).
The NFL kicks off later this week and Alex and Michael's teams look to stick it up again this season.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares some great cheap eats he found during his time in Boston and New Hampshire, while Michael can't stop thinking about the Birria Burger at Strangebird in Savannah.

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The PGA Tour's return to Colorado didn't disappoint at Keagan Bradley took his sixth PGA TOUR victory at the BMW Championship. Michael asks: Is Keagan a Hall of Famer?
The TOUR Championship wraps up the regular season at East Lake, and the guys think a change is in order for the finale, where Scottie Scheffler will start with a 2 stroke lead before he even tees off.
The AIG Women's British Open capped off the major season in the LPGA, where Lydia Ko added to her gold medal from a couple weeks ago with another major victory. But why did NBC only show 4 total hours of coverage all weekend?
Golf returns to Boston as the LPGA goes to TPC Boston for their new FM Championship, and Alex will be on-site as he heads home to Boston for his Birthday week.
In Tuned In, Michael binged the entire run of The Acolyte on Disney+, a show he loved but will never see another season of. Alex, meanwhile, returned to his childhood with a rewatch of The Emperor's New Groove.
Alex wraps up his time in Beloit, WI with a trip to DC Estate Winery, a family run gem. General Manager Malerie Wirth chats with Alex about everything that goes into making great wine, a great venue, and more.
Football is back at the college game kicked off the season in Ireland. Alex got off to a hot start in the betting game, going 4-0 with his new Baby Bets.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his Boston food plans for the next week, and Michael encourages him to enjoy New Hampshire's amazing ice cream.

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The FedEx St Jude kicked off the FedEx Cup Playoffs, and Hideki Matsuyama held on to win on a tumultuous Saturday, but Michael and Alex wonder if all the hype has gone out of the PGA Tour's season ending tournament run.
The LPGA got a two-time winner at the Scottish Open in Lauren Coughlin, and now the women head to St Andrews and The Old Course for the AIG Women's Open.
John Daly and Bryson DeChameabue are together in Bryson's "Breaking 50" series on YouTube, and the highlight might be the chocolate milk delivered mid round (and mid beer).
LIV Golf's Greenbrier event ended in a playoff as Brooks Koepka defeated Jon Rahm, but it was Rahm's supposed interested in leaving LIV that stole headlines this weekend.
The CoL YouTube channel is active again as Alex's adventure in Beloit start hitting out channel, including 9-holes with just a driver at Red Barn GC.
Alex is here with the Song of the Summer, a banger that he'll hear live at the Austin Gambler's PBR match this weekend.
Football is back at the NFL preseason gets under way, and it's highlighted by an incredibly complicated new kickoff rule. Thankfully, college football is back with the classic kickoff, and the first game in Dublin, Ireland.
In this week's #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex chats with Tom Morgan of CheezHEAD Brewing in Beloit, WI about homemade brews and smoked meats. Alex also hits up G5 Brewing and chats with Abby about the impressive brewhouse and their unique beers.

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Lydia Ko, at the age of just 27, has every color Olympic medal in golf after claiming the Gold in Paris, and is now in the Women's Hall of Fame.
The Wyndham Championship had a wet start and a wild Sunday finish (that included 3 rounds of golf!) that resulted in Aaron Rai taking his first career victory.
Matt Kuchar, known for being cheap after not paying his caddy in Mexico several years ago, is back on our sh** list after his selfish move to not finish half a golf hole Sunday evening and make people return to the course Monday morning at the Wyndham.
The FedEx Cup Playoffs kick off this weekend at the FedEx St Jude, and while Alex says Scottie Scheffler will take the season ending playoff, Michael says you should find a dollar to put down on Rory McIlroy.
The rest of the Olympics, outside of golf, didn't disappoint either, and Alex and Michael look at men's and women's basketball's supremacy, and how US Women's Soccer keeps winning gold, but nobody seemed to care stateside.
This week's guest is Director of Golf Operations Nate Laird at the Beloit Club in Wisconsin. Nate chats with Alex about this historic club, how they've made it approachable and fun for the entire family, and what makes the course so great.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex finished up his roadtrip home with a bunch of fast food joints, and Michael's recent brunch outing makes his ask the question: pancakes, waffles, or French toast?

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The Men's Olympic Golf final round was a roller coaster as some crumbled but only Scottie Scheffler prevailed with an amazing back nine to go from prison to the top of the podium.
Alex's trip to Beloit, WI wraps up with three rounds of golf in three days, including 9 holes with just a driver in his hands.
The Women take over Golf Le National in Paris for their Olympic event, and Nelly Korda looks to follow Scottie's lead in claiming gold.
Michael's week at Gen Con, a massive gaming convention in Indianapolis, took him to the floor of Lucas Oil Stadium and an incredible packed convention hall, and a wallet that was a whole lot emptier than he planned.
Hurricane Debby is now on top of Michael as he returned to Savannah, and historic flooding is already taking place in the soaked Georgia coast.
Alex is all in on the Olympics, as fellow Quinnipiac alum Ilona Maher headlined USA Rugby's bronze medal.
This week's guest is Zach Brockman, the president of the Beloit Sky Carp, a Miami Marlins minor league affiliate. Zach shares some of the exciting prospects playing on the team, and how they make memorable experiences at every game for their fans.
Alex's time in Wisconsin wouldn't be complete without a trip to a Brewers game, and the incredible experience at American Family Field.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it was nothing but food trucks at Gen Con for Michael, while Alex is exploring the different kinds of s'mores.

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The 3M Open had some crazy moments, including an incredible bounce back and a ball in the arms of a cop, but Johnny Vegas gets back into the winner's circle.
The surprising drop this week was from Bryson DeChambeau and Donald Trump, who played 18 holes together and made a full video about it. Most distressing was Trump's horrific putting stroke.
The Paris Olympics are here, and while Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffle are the ones we want to see battling it out, Alex and Michael also want to know why there still isn't a team golf event.
Alex is still enjoying his sabbatical in Beloit, WI, and even got to hop on the Beloit Sky Carp radio broadcast.
Michael isn't sitting still while Alex vacations, and he heads north to Indianapolis for a massive table top gaming convention which will put him on the ground level of the Colt's stadium,
In Tuned In, the guys are getting all their Olympic fill as the games kicked off in style under the Eiffel Tower, and Michael has some thoughts on the big Marvel announcement of Robert Downy Jr returning to the MCU.
This week's guest is Richard Barnes, a lifelong golfer and golf manager, who owns Red Card Golf Course in Illinois, a small but exciting course that's hosted some of the games greats.
Southwest Airlines dropped some surprising news about leaving behind open seating, and Alex and Michael aren't too sure they like this new plan.
The NBA is returning to NBC, and that means the return of Roundball Rock, the greatest sports theme ever.
The NFL is returning as training camp gets started, and that means everyones hopes are now sky high.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his favorite mid-west fast food takes, while Michael has an important question for National Chicken Wing Day.

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The Open Championship at Royal Troon was exciting from start to finish, except for the last few holes when Xander Schauffle pulled away for his second major title of 2024. Now the question is asked: who's better, Xander or Scottie Scheffler? Plus the guys ask, "What now, Tiger?"
The Barracuda Championship, all the way in California, gave Nick Dunlap his first victory as a pro, and second of the season and he is quickly becoming the best rookie on Tour.
On the EPSON Tour, past guest Lauren Stephenson notched her first career victory.
Alex is up in Beloit, Wisconsin for the next few weeks, and is enjoying the cooler weather and good golf the area has to offer.
In Tuned In, Michael caught a new golf anime show on Netflix, Rising Impact, and also went out to the cinema to give a review of Inside Out 2.
Alex's time in Beloit isn't without putting in some work for the podcast, and he chats with Savannah Schindler from the Visit Beloit team on what makes this small town an hour from Chicago and Milwaukee so special.
Michael is feeling the anxiety these last couple weeks, and what's to take a break from all the political theater.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying a Blackstone Griddle in his camper in Wisconsin.

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The Genesis Scottish Open went to the hometown boy in dramatic fashion.
The Amundi Evian Championship belonged to a Japanese star who avenged not being selected to the Olympic team as she channeled The Force.
The American Century Championship at Lake Tahoe saw Charles Barkley play better than Tony Romo :0
The alternate PGA TOUR event, the ISCO Championship, saw a five man playoff (!) and a big win on the third playoff hole.
This week marks the final major on the PGA TOUR as the golfing world decends on Royal Troon for the Open Championship. Alex shares some insights into his betting favorites, and Michael wonders if Tiger will even make the weekend.
Alex now heads to to the highways as he heads north from Austin to Illinois for a three week sabbatical with family, golf across Illinois and Wisconsin, and more.
In Tuned In, Michael shares an update on his puppy Laika as he and his wife turn to a behaviorologist to help overcome some of her barking, while Alex shares a review of Ricky Stanicky with John Cana.
This week's guest is TJ Weber, known for his funny videos on Las Vegas casinos, and his podcasts From the Fifty and The TJ Weber Show. TJ shares with Alex how he got into making gabling and betting content, how he thinks his Detroit Lions will fare this season, and his favorite Vegas casino.
Major League Baseball now heads to the All-Star break, and Michael can't believe how bad his Yankees are finishing the first half of the season.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is ready for a lot of Buc-ees as he drives north, while Michael checked out a revolving sushi bar with his wife.

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The John Deer Classic featured the same low scores and winner from the same air BNB for the third straight year.
The PGA TOUR's next stop is at the ISCO Championship, but everyone is really headed to the co-sanctioned DP World Tour's Scottish Open.
The PGA of America surprised everyone by picking Keagan Bradley as the captain for Team USA in 2025 at Bethpage Black, and Alex and Michael think its a great idea.
The LPGA's fourth major of the year is in France this weekend for the 30th anniversary of the Evian Championship. Will Nelly Korda recover from her dog bite to win again this year?
"Alex is moving" is all we'll tell you about this little bit of the podcast ;)
In Tuned In, Michael is enjoying a new HGTV remodeling show featuring super cheap homes in upstate NY, called Whose Afraid of a Cheap Old House. Alex, meanwhile, gives his full review of the complete third season of The Bear.
This week's guest is Sebastian Davis, better known as Agent Sebastian from Cart Narcs. Sebastian chats with Alex about why he policies parking lots, shares his favorite interactions with strangers, and shares his take on the never ending airplane seat recline debate.
The Celtics, fresh off their 18th NBA Championship, are on the sale block. The guys wonder who could be putting up the billions of dollars to claim the franchise.
The Red Sox and Yankees faced off over the weekend, and it was't pretty for Michael's Yankees. Alex's Red Sox, meanwhile, are surging in the standings as baseball heads for the All Star Break.
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex celebrates the annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, even without Joey Chestnut, while Michael is trying gooseberries for the first time and shares his take on the unique fruit.

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Golf made the debate stage as Donald Trump and Joe Biden touted their games, but lacked honesty in the process (1:32).
The Rocket Mortgage Classic ended with a horrible missed putt as Alex picks up a big winner with Cam Davis (5:12).
The LPGA's Dow Championship paired players together and a new international duo took the win (8:05).
The US Senior Open was plagued by weather problems at Newport Country Club, but a Monday finish with a playoff gave a LIV golfer their second Senior Major of the season (9:28).
Kentucky golf highlighted Michael's vacation week, as he took some cold hard cash from family during a family reunion trip (10:50).
Alex was Tuned In to The Bear as the FX hit continues it's third season (13:35).
This week's guest is Boston 98.5 The Sports Hub's sports anchor Tim McKone, also known for being the third chair on the station's nationally broadcast Zola and Bertrand. Tim chats with Alex about Boston's incredible sports scene, and he shares his own take on the future of the PGA TOUR and LIV Golf (14:48).
The NHL and NBA drafts were this weekend, and were mostly sleepy events except for the venue (The Spire for the NHL), and the nepotism (in the NBA) (33:54).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying an incredible space for catching the FC Austin soccer games, while Michael went all in on food at Dollywood and an incredible Jewish deli in Knoxville, TN (36:23).

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Protesters. Cops. A playoff. And a record sixth win on the season for Scottie Scheffler at the Traveler's Championship (1:42).
A runaway finish for journeywoman Amy Yang who claimed the KMPG Women's PGA Championship this weekend. The rest of the field couldn't keep up, and that included Nelly Korda who didn't even make the cut (5:37).
LIV Nashville was a surprisingly loud affair, with drones, line dancing, and crowds that followed now 2-time major champion Bryson DeChambeau (7:33).
The PGA TOUR now heads to Detroit for the Rocket Mortgage Classic, and we all hope that Rickie Fowler can put together another good week like last year (10:01).
Alex's trip last week to Horseshoe Bay Resort included a lot more than just golf, and Jacqueline Lajoie from the resort chats with Alex about how it's family friendly and just the thing for some time away (11:24).
In Tuned In, Michael shares reviews from watching Jerry Seinfeld's Unfrosted on Netflix, and catching the new film Thelma in theaters staring 93 year old June Squibb. Alex meanwhile couldn't get enough of Travis Kelce's cameo on the Era's Tour in London (26:43).
Alex's Celtics claimed they record 18th NBA Title last week, and he reveled in the parade in downtown Boston. Now attention turns to the Boston Red Sox, Michael's New York Yankees, and in another month, football (35:31).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his favorite meal from Horseshoe Bay and Chef Miguel, while Michael is preparing to enjoy the Smokey Mountains and Dollywood's famous cinnamon bread (39:33).

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Bryson DeChambeau won the 2024 US Open at Pinehurst No. 2, a course that ravaged everybody, except Bryson. Rory McIlroy put on a good show, but Michael predicts Rory will never rise to the occasion at a major championship again (1:26).
The LPGA's Meijer Classic ended in a 3-player playoff, and Lexi Thompson, on her farewell tour after announcing her retirement, couldn't quiet finish it out (10:08).
The PGA TOUR heads north to Connecticut for the Travelers Championship, where Keagan Bradley looks to defend and others who had a bad week in North Carolina look to rebound (11:22).
Alex is spending the week at Horseshoe Bay Resort, a Golf and Spa resort outside of Austin, TX. Alex chats with Director of Golf Anthony Holder about the award winning golf resort, and what makes their 3 public courses so special (13:29).
While not watching the US Open, Michael got out into Savannah and enjoyed one the many ghost tours the city is known for, but the star of the tour was one very intimate couple (29:26).
Alex's trek to Dallas for Game 4 of the NBA Finals did not produce the desired result for his Celtics (since recording, the Boston franchise secured their 18th title), but he still enjoyed the experience in style (34:52).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about donuts as Michael shares the epic funfetti donut he made at the bakery this weekend (39:54).

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At Muirfield Village, Jack Nicklaus shared the hand of Scottie Scheffler who continues to dominate in Tiger Woods fashion with his win at the Memorial (1:28).
Alex made the trek to LIV Houston to see if it really was "Golf, but louder." Spoiler: it wasn't (5:47).
On the DP World Tour, they held their annual mixed field event, the Volvo Cars Scandinavian Mixed, where the leader had an unfortunate collapse to allow Linn Grant her second win at the event (11:42).
On the LPGA Tour, Linnea Strom made the cut on the number, then posted a record tying round to overcome a 6-shot deficit to win the ShopRite LPGA Classic (13:21).
The US Open returns to Pinehurst No. 2, where Scottie Scheffler is far and way the favorite. Usually one to shy away from the favorites, Alex thinks it may be a good idea to bet hard on Scottie, whose game is well suited for the North Carolina course (15:43).
In Tuned In, Alex is sharing in the joy of a hole-in-one for a golf creator whose not the best at the game, while Michael finally got a round of simulator golf in at X Golf (19:45).
The NBA Finals have started with a bang for the Boston Celtics, and Alex is hopeful he'll be at the deciding game in Dallas for his hometown Celtics (26:18).
The Women's Olympic Basketball team was announced for Team USA, and Caitlin Clark is notably absent, but when you stop and look at it, it all makes sense (29:53).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is hyped up for the new Arby's Burger Driver, while the guys can't believe the spread the Celtics put out for the media at the Garden (32:00).

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Lancaster CC won the weekend for the US Women's Open, as Nelly Korda didn't even reach Saturday. Sunday's leaders collapsed and a past winner took the prize at the LPGA's second major (1:41).
The RBC Canadian Open didn't get another Canadian winner for the second year, but did feature a first timer's emotional win with his dad on the bag (5:03).
Scottie "Jailbird" Scheffler's charges have been dropped in Louisville, but his lawyer still had plenty to say about it (7:16).
Alex is getting geared up for a trip south for LIV Houston, where Michael warns him to bring earplugs to the "golf, but louder" Texas event (8:35).
The PGA TOUR heads to Jack's Place for the Memorial Tournament, and Michael asks is Viktor Hovland can return to form for a repeat (10:04).
Outside of sports this week is seemed to all be about Donald Trump and his guilty verdicts in New York. But he still get one of the loudest pops at the MMA fights over the weekend (11:35).
This week's guest is 5-time PGA TOUR winner Billy Mayfair. Billy shares stories with Alex about beating Tiger Woods in a playoff (the only one to ever do so), what it was like being diagnosed with autism late in life, and how he now gives back to the autistic community (14:35).
Caitlin Clark is getting hammered in the WNBA, with rough hits happening every game. Michael calls it a new bounty-gate, and Alex doesn't understand the hate towards the leagues most well known player (43:23).
The NBA Playoffs kick off this week, and the guys are all in on their juggernaut Celtics, while Alex tried to decide if he should go to Dallas for game 4 or a possible game 6 (47:07).
The D-III College World Series is a must watch as a "Baseball Miracle" is happening for a team that doesn't have a school anymore (48:12).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is all-in on the cheapest bar food in Austin, while Michael can't get enough of the collard greens in Savannah's Common (50:24).

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This weekend's Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial almost produced another win for the world's number 1 golfer, but a new name emerged victorious (1:36).
The golf world was shocked at the news of the death of Grayson Murray. Check in with your friends and loved ones, and if you find yourself in a dangerous spot or are having suicidal thoughts, call 988 or 988lifeline.org for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (3:36).
The KicthenAid Senior PGA Championship wrapped up with a name few have heard recently, as Richard Bland from LIV took the victory, but don't look to the Tour Champions' website to find out about it (5:38).
This weekend the Women's US Open takes over Lancaster CC, where Nelly Korda looks for her second consecutive major, her seventh win of the season, and to hold off Rose Zhang and the rest of the powerful LPGA field (9:03).
The PGA TOUR heads to Canada for the RBC Canadian Open, where Rory McIlroy will look to win again as the tournament heads back to Hamilton where he won in 2019 (10:01).
Michael was Tuned In to "The Fall Guy" this weekend, where Ryan Gosling captured his heart again. Meanwhile Alex was back at a professional wrestling event for the first time in awhile (11:43).
This week's guest is Keith Stewart, a PGA Professional and the founder of ReadTheLine.com, a gold betting site that gives you everything you need to know. Alex chatted with Keith at Valhalla and learns how to up his betting game (18:38).
The NBA Finals are nearing and Alex is preparing for a road trip to Dallas if it all works out for his Celtics and the Mavericks (38:45).
The PAC-12 era is over after Arizona walked off to victory in the conference's final tournament ever. Alex and Michael lament the end of one of the nation's oldest college conferences (40:35).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his new favorite burger spot with a Jewish flare in Austin, while Michael is nursing his newest burn mark from the bakery (41:59).

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The PGA Championship at Valhalla. The first major championship Course of Life has credentialed media for. And that meant Alex got to ask questions of Jon Rahm, Ludwig Aberg, Brooks Koepka, and Scottie Scheffler. Alex and Michael look back on the week for Scottie, the disappointment for Rory, and the big win for Xander over Bryson DeChambeau (1:49).
The PGA Championship includes 21 club professionals who qualified at the PGA Professional Championship, and Alex chats with the 2022 champion of that tournament, Jesse Mueller, from Valhalla as he prepared for his fourth Major Championship (26:30).
Known as Barstool Trent or Luggage Guy Trent, Trent Ryan chats with Alex from behind the 10th hole at Valhalla and shares one of the best 19th hole answers Michael has ever heard (26:30).
The LPGA was at Liberty National for the Mizuho Americas Open, where illness struck early in the week, and Nelly Korda struck at the end with her 6th win in 7 starts (29:48).
The PGA Tour heads to Colonial for the Charles Schwab Challenge, and Alex thinks locals like Scottie Scheffler and Jordan Speith will look to make a splash (33:!4).
Michael was all-in on Caitlin Clarks WNBA debut this week as the new season got off to a hot start, but not for her Indiana Fever, who continued have poor outings against some of the league's best teams (34:20).
Alex was Tuned In to the series finale of "Young Sheldon" that included a lot of emotion and some finale cameos from "The Big Bang Theory" (37:04).
The NHL Playoffs roll on, now without the guy's Boston Bruins who let us down again in May. The NBA Playoffs continue as well, but the guy's Celtics are still in the hunt as the Conference Finals begin (42:41).
The NFL released their 2024 schedule, and the Kansas City Chiefs schedule is very Taylor Swift friendly. Alex and Michael share early takes on their team's schedules (46:14).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares how great the food was for the media at Valhalla, including an amazing afternoon snack spread (47:49).

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The Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hallow was a showdown between Rory McIlroy and Xander Schauffle, with the Irishman taking control in commanding fashion (1:55).
The LPGA Cognizant Founders Cup had a 13 stroke difference between 3rd and 2nd place, as Rose Zhang rallied with 4 birdies in her last 5 holes to take her second win in just under a year of being on tour (6:12).
The PGA Championship at Valhalla kicks off this week, where Scottie Scheffler won't have to worry about the baby coming anymore. The guys look at the odds for the season's second major, Alex shares his plans for the week as he heads to the media center in Louisville, KY, and we hear from PGA Pros Tracy Phillips, Preston Cole, and Tyler Collet from the PGA Professional Championship just a few weeks ago (9:07).
Outside of golf, Michael shares his nerdom as he and his wife play through all of their board games over the next two years, and Alex shares the great show he saw with the band AJR (17:10).
The NHL and NBA playoffs roll on, and Alex thinks he'd like to see the Celtics and Knicks face off in the next round to help the NYC/Boston rivalry get some juice again (25:54).
The WNBA season kicks off Tuesday night, and the Caitlin Clark effect is in full swing. Now with chartered flights, and Indian Fever tickets going for almost triple every other game on Tuesday night, plus more media coverage across the board, now is the time to be all in on the WNBA's future (27:28).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is getting ready to indulge in some Kentucky local favorites, like a hot brown sandwich, as he heads to Valhalla (30:15).

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As part of Alex's trip to Frisco, TX, he covered the PGA Professional Championship, where club pros from all over the States play to earn a spot in the PGA Championship, coming up at Valhalla in two weeks. At the very windy PGA Frisco course, he chatted with numerous pros, including Jeff Kellen and Evan Bowser (1:48).
Alex got to play at Stonebriar CC in Frisco, a P-U-R-E track headed by PGA Professional Bryan Witmer, who chatted with Alex before his round, sharing his own background in Frisco, TX, what makes Stonebriar so special, and why Frisco is a great golf destination (8:53).
The PGA Tour was just up the road from Frisco at the CJ CUP Byron Nelson at TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, where the Canadian Tyler Pendrith took the win after a disastrous final hole from the leader (18:34).
The LPGA is back in action this weekend at the Cognizant Founders Cup, where Rolex World #1 Nelly Korda looks to extend her record streak to 6 straight wins (21:29).
The PGA Tour heads to Quail Hallow for the Wells Fargo Championship, where a certain World #1 is absent and on baby watch ahead of the season's second major (22:37).
Saturday's Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs produced one of the most exciting finishes in recent memory, with a 3-way photo finish (25:53).
Alex and the rest of Boston is all caught up in the news of Brittany Spears moving to Bean Town (27:20).
On our YouTube Channel, you can watch some slow-TV of Alex playing almost every slot machine in Las Vegas. Plus, his 10-hole adventure at Frisco's The Swing with an amazing halfway house (28:24).
The NBA and NHL playoffs continue to roll on, with some amazing play from the guy's favorite Boston teams (33:10).
Alex could not believe the Netflix Roast of Tom Brady, where (almost) nothing was off limits for the GOAT (35:10).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's about the most expensive food at F1 Miami, and a hotdog promo for the ages (38:41).

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Alex is in Frisco, TX, home of the PGA of America HQ, the Dallas Cowboys HQ, the Westin Stonebriar, and this year's PGA Professional Championship. Alex shares what's making Frisco so awesome, thanks to our friends at Visit Frisco (2:09).
Josh Dill, the Director of Sports and Events for Visit Frisco, chats with Alex about what makes Frisco so special and how they work with the entire Dallas-Fort Worth area to attract every sport imaginable. Plus, Josh shares his favorite hangouts and BBQ in Frisco (7:28).
The PGA Tour's team golf event, the Zurich Classic, was for the Irishmen as the Ryder Cup pairing of McIlroy and Lowry took the win in Rory's first appearance in New Orleans (24:03).
The LPGA this week was void of Nelly Korda, so Hannah Green took the opportunity to win her second consecutive JM Eagle LA Championship, her second win of the season (25:37).
LIV Adelaide was for the home team as Cam Smith's Rippers took the first team playoff victory in LIV history. But it was the party hole on 13 that took headlines when a full water bottle hit a caddy in the back of the head (26:33).
While Alex is in Frisco, Michael just got back from Atlanta where he marveled at the new PuttShack mini golf, watched his wife's film at the Atlanta Film Festival, and enjoyed the impressive Ponce City Market (28:45).
The PGA Tour now heads to McKinney, TX, just down the road from Frisco, for the CJ CUP Byron Nelson, that includes a quiet field but a final opportunity to get into the next Signature Event (33:32).
The playoffs in the NBA and NHL roll on, as Alex is still confident in the Boston teams chances (37:47).
The NFL Draft had some exciting first round picks, but Alex is not happy with the Patriots choices, while Michael's Giants are all-in on Daniel Jones (40:40).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying everything Frisco has to offer, including its tacos, while Michael ate well in Atlanta, including 100-layer donuts and scrumptious pastries (44:24).

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Nelly Korda continued her reign as the best golfer in the world by winning the Chevron Championship, her second major victory, and her fifth consecutive victory on the LPGA. Alex shares some insight from spending two days on the grounds at The Woodlands, and a chat with young star Rose Zhang (1:53).
At Harbour Town, Scottie Scheffler came off his Master's victory last week with another win on tour, his fifth win in six starts, at the RBC Heritage(8:57).
On the Korn Ferry Tour, 15 year old Miles Russell shocked the world being the youngest player to make the cut and finishing in the top 20. When will we see Miles on the PGA TOUR? (13:59).
Alex had an amazing week after leaving Houston and flying to Las Vegas, where he got to enjoy the RBC Heritage at one of the world's largest sports books (16:40).
The PGA TOUR now heads to New Orleans for the Zurich Classic, the only team event on tour, where Rory McIlroy will tee it up for the first time thanks to a drunk Ryder Cup promise (17:12).
This week's guest is 2-time major champion Brittany Lincicome. Brittany chats with Alex from the Chevron Championship and shares updates on her game, life as a mother, and some of her biggest headaches when traveling with the family (19:54).
The NBA and NHL are headed into their super-long playoff runs, and it means Alex and Michael are jumping soon their Boston sports bandwagon of the Celtics and Bruins (36:20).
The NFL draft is this week, and that means Alex's Patriots could get themselves a QB, while Michael's Giants might look to do the same and trade up to do it (38:23).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his favorites from his time in Vegas, including a late night drunk burger run, and Michael is enjoying the Jewish holiday Passover (40:08).

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Scottie Scheffler claimed his second green jacket, but Alex just wants to talk about Ludwig Aberg. Plus a look a Tiger's horrible week, Jason Day's horrible fashion choices, and Verne Lundquist's final call (1:44).
The LPGA's first major is in Houston at the Chevron Championship, where Alex is on site checking out the course, the players, and chatting with Casey Ceman of the Championship staff about how the course is different from last year (16:33).
Our YouTube channel continues to buzz with new videos coming soon of Dylan Wu's practice round at the Valero Texas Open, and a whole lot of Las Vegas (26:19).
In Tuned In, it's all about creepy crawly ants, and it's narrated by Angela Bassett (27:30).
The PGA TOUR rolls on to the RBC Heritage at Harbour Towne, where the Signature Event status is attaching all the game's stars, including one who Michael wonder's may never get good again (28:43).
This week's guest is a Las Vegas expert and someone you have to listen to to get all the right advice. Vegas Pauly C chats with Alex about how to get the most out of spending your time in Vegas, how to get comped (and what his craziest comp was), and his favorite spot to unwind at the end of the day (31:00).
Monday was the Boston Marathon, a holiday for New Englanders, where a 3-peat almost was (1:00:27).
In baseball land, Michael's Yankees continue to roll, while Alex is only thinking about all the gambling he's going to do on baseball while in Vegas this week (1:02:40).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying some Mac and Cheese, while Michael wants to know what's better, a cookie or a cookie bar? (1:04:10).

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The Valero Texas Open produced one final entrant into The Masters with Akshay Bhatia taking the win and becoming the first golfer to return to Augusta after playing in the Drive, Chip, and Putt competition as a kid. Plus Alex shares his observations from following Dylan Wu during a early week practice round at TPC San Antonio (1:53).
The T-Mobile Match Play event in Las Vegas ended up being Nelly Korda's fourth win in a row, and Michael wonder's in the LPGA's top player is ready for another Major victory and another Olympic Gold Medal as her season mirrors 2020 (7:57).
The Augusta National Women's Amateur wrapped up with winner Lottie Woad rallying with three birdies on her final four holes, a core memory worthy of a champion (11:15).
LIV had their final event before The Masters in Miami, where a guy nobody's heard of defeated a guy nobody cares about anymore. Anthony Kim, meanwhile, is not living up to expectations (13:51).
Over on our YouTube channel you catch Alex's night golf experience in Florida, and new this week: the drama and excitement of totality during the eclipse (15:50).
The Masters begins on Thursday, so Alex shares some of his picks and sleepers, Michael wonders if Tiger will even make it through two whole rounds, never mind the cut, and the guys marvel at the always low prices of food at the game's first Major Championship (18:40).
This week's guest is Mia Hammond, a fifteen year old who has already played on the LPGA Tour, made the cut, and finished top-30. The Ohio native chats with Alex about learning to play golf on a simulator, competing in the Drive, Chip, and Putt at Augusta, and what's next for her game (26:19).
March was Mad, and the NCAA basketball tournament produced a lot of drama on both the men's and women's side of the ball (44:06).
The baseball season marches on, as Michael observes that it feels like 5 years ago with New York and Boston atop of the AL East (47:38).
With baseball in full swing, Alex and Michael marvel at some of the new food offerings around the league as they #AlwaysEndWithFood (49:30).

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Scottie Scheffler couldn't make it happen at the Texas Children's Houston Open, as journeyman Stephen Jeager claims his first PGA TOUR victory (1:38).
Nelly Korda was able to win 3 in a row at the Ford Championship presented by KCC, and Michael asks if Nelly or Scottie are more likely to win their first respective majors of the season (4:13).
On the Champions Tour, 8-time winner Steven Alker and 2-time US Open Champion Retif Goosen battled it out into the water on 18 at The Galleri Classic, with Goosen converting his par for his third Champions Tour victory (6:14).
Over on our YouTube channel, Alex enjoys the fun times of night golf while on a recent trip to Florida (8:13).
The final tune-up before The Masters is this week on the PGA TOUR as the boys head to the Valero Texas Open, and big names like Rory McIlroy and Max Homa are in the field (9:28).
Alex is lucky enough to be in the field of totality for next week's solar eclipse. But will nasty Texas weather spoil the once in a lifetime event? (11:36).
Songwriter and performer Alexander Star chats with Alex about what it's like to make music that only Elvis has done before him, how he gives back to children through music, and his favorite spots to visit and eat at in Fort Lauderdale, FL (14:29).
March Madness hit hard this weekend as top seeds fell and cinderella NC State paved a path to the Final Four (39:07).
Baseball is officially back as teams hit the field. Michael's Yankees opened up with a sweep, while Alex's Red Sox didn't fare as well (45:11).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is perplexed at the new Peeps Gummies that took over on Easter (46:39).

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A big win at the Snake Pit, March Madness, and radio personality John Maginnes on this week's Course of Life podcast, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The Valspar Championship was a big win for Peter Maltani, returning to the winner's circle for the first time in over 8 years. Plus, the field had a record number of Kevins in it (1:50).
Nelly Korda notched her second win of 2024, catapulting her back to the top of the Rolex World Rankings. Michael asks if Nelly is back in prime form and primed for some major victories (6:03).
Alex stumbled his way onto a Disc Golf Major Championship this weekend in Austin, and shares his report from the scene (7:37).
Make sure to check out our YouTube channel for Alex's front row seats at a Professional Bull Riding event in Austin (10:44).
Happy Gilmore 2 is officially in the works, and Michael and Alex wonder if it'll live up to the iconic original (13:55).
This week's guest is former PGA Tour pro and current radio host John Maginnes. John shares stories of playing opposite a young Tiger Woods, how he got into broadcasting thanks to a broken arm, and the differences between calling golf on TV versus radio (16:01).
March Madness was in full swing this weekend, and Alex and Michael look back at the action, the busted brackets, and the remaining top seeds (45:29).
Baseball is officially back this week as Opening Day arrives, and while Michael's Yankees are primed for a great season, Alex's Red Sox don't look so promising (53:12).
Baseball's opening week is overshadowed by Ohtani's translator gambling controversy, and the guys share their uneducated opinions of what is going on (54:38).
As we #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex and Michael debate the best way to build a burger as the weather heats up and grilling season starts (56:36).

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A history making weekend, brackets for March, and Jon Rahm's fitness coach on this week's podcast, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Scottie Scheffler rallied to become the first player to defend their title at the 50th edition of The Players, thanks to the golf gods smiling upon him and not the other three guys chasing on the 18th hole. Plus, Rory's lackluster performance raises more questions (1:41).
Tiger and PIF Chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan are playing nice in the Bahama's as golf's decision makers get together to decide the game's future (9:05).
It was St Patrick's Day this weekend, meaning Michael avoided Savannah's massive celebration, and Alex remembered the great trip to Ireland last year. Our YouTube channel includes videos from our trip to the Emerald Isle, plus new content weekly including Alex's front row trip to a recent PBR event in Austin, TX (11:32).
The PGA TOUR heads to the snake pit for the Valspar Championship where Xander looks to avenge his disappointing finish at Sawgrass (14:02).
In Tuned In, Alex is giving Justin Timberlake's new album a seriously good review, and he's enjoying the music scene at SXSW in Austin (14:51).
This week's guest is a fitness guru and coach to Jon Rahm, Spencer Tatum. Spencer chats with Alex from the PGA Show floor about what went into helping the former world #1 become the best with his club foot, plus what goes into finding the best fitness program for his athletes at Tatum Human Performance (18:23).
March Madness is here, and with that comes heartbreak for the guys after another failed season for their Bobcats, but everyone is really just rooting for Caitlin Clark (35:14).
NFL Free Agency got started with a bang, as Michael's Giants look to shore up the O and D lines, while Alex's Patriots jettisoned their quarterback of the past three seasons (39:47).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWIthFood, Alex is wondering what's better, a fried Oreo or a fried Twinkie, while Michael is enjoying 5-star cuisine at a Top Chef contestant's restaurant in New Hampshire (41:57).

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Scottie returns to form, live music favorites, a deep dive into Irish golf, and a golf science lesson from a doctor on this week's podcast, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Guest Host Elizabeth Diane Veith.

Scottie Scheffler rode his putter (!!) to a big win at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, setting up another nice Spring for the world's top golfer (1:45).
The LPGA Tour's Asian Swing continued at the Blue Bay LPGA, where Epson Tour Alum Bailey Tardy claimed her first win on tour (4:53).
Netflix dropped season 2 of "Full Swing" over the weekend, and Alex and Elizabeth share their first impressions and hopes of the season (6:45).
The PGA TOUR heads to the unofficial fifth major at TPC Sawgrass, where Scheffler looks continue his hot putting at THE PLAYERS (11:48).
In Tuned In, Alex caught his favorite band to see live, Fall Out Boy, and Elizabeth shares her favorite live music performances, including Garth Brooks (14:15).
Tourism Ireland's Alison Metcalfe chats with Alex from the PGA Show about all the incredible things Ireland has to offer, including amazing links golf and delicious Irish beef (17:08).
Dr Gary Gray from the Gray Institute chats with Alex from the PGA Show about Applied Functional Sciences and how he looks at more than just a golfer's bad knee or back when figuring out how to keep the golfer healthy (34:27).
March Madness is upon us, and Alex and Elizabeth share their early picks for the basketball marathon (47:33).
As we #AlwaysEndWithFood, Elizabeth shares an incredible meal she and her husband enjoyed in Denver (49:05).

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A Monday finish, a disappointing debut, new sticks, a Boston sportscaster, and a rising LPGA star on this week's podcast, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The Cognizant Classic at PGA National had a Monday finish, and Michael wonders what these weather issues mean for the PGA TOUR this year (1:44).
The LPGA's Asian Swing continued with the HSBC Women's World Championship and a birdie-birdie-birdie walk-off winner (4:25).
LIV Jeddah included the disappointing return of Anthony Kim to professional golf and another winning weekend for a Master's invitee (5:45).
Michael's been playing with 25 year old irons for his entire adult life, and finally got himself a new set this weekend (10:01).
Alex's Florida vacation is in the books, and included a fun round of night golf under the lights (13:58).
On our YouTube channel you can find Alex's 16 for 16 Challenge at TPC Scottsdale (via a simulator) and more coming every week (16:11).
This weekend's Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill includes the usual loaded field, and always reminds Alex of his Arnie story (16:57).
Michael shares his review of Dune: Part Two after experiencing it on the tallest IMAX screen in the world this weekend (18:12).
Our first guest is fellow Quinnipiac alumnus Morey Hershgordon, who shares how he went from calling games for his blind grandfather to sports anchor at Boston's WHDH TV (19:37).
Malia Nam is our second guest, a rising LPGA Star from Hawaii who shares with Alex what it was like playing golf at USC and battling through the Q-school marathon (47:26).
Basketball had a few moments this past week as Caitlin Clark and LeBron James made massive scoring records (1:06:58).
As we #ALwaysEndWithFood, Alex can't get enough of a cannoli cruffin he had in Florida, and Michael is so shocked at the new WhiteClaw 0% Seltzer (1:11:04).

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Golf went international this week, plus new music from Kanye, golf influencer, golfer, style icon, and podcaster Bradford Wilson, and LET professional Ana Belac. All hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The Mexico Open was a sleepy affair in terms of names, but Alex had it right and picked his first winner of 2024 (1:55).
The LPGA kicked off their Asian swing, with a Thai sensation returning to the winner's circle (4:58).
LIV Golf is making waves for getting Anthony Kim, and throwing mad money towards a PGA TOUR loyalist (6:19).
On our YouTube channel you can see more from our trip to the PGA Show, including a quick chat with a 2-time World Series Champion, Johnny Damon (10:32).
The PGA TOUR comes to Florida and PGA National for the Cognizant Classic, where Rory McIlroy headlines the field (11:42).
Alex is also in Florida, but not for the PGA TOUR. Still, he'll be playing some golf under the lights and wonders how he'll do (14:04).
In Tuned In, Alex is checking out Kanye's new album (14:49), Michael watches the Oscar nominated "The Holdovers" (17:19), and breaking news about Ryan Gosling at The Oscars (19:07).
Bradford Wilson is an actor, golfer, influencer, and podcaster, and chats with Alex from the PGA Show floor about his podcast, Group Golf Therapy, playing golf in Southern California, and his favorite smells on the course (19:50).
Ana Belac is a Scandinavian LET golfer, who recently won a national championship at Duke. Ana chats with Alex from the PGA Show about learning to play in a country with 10 courses, how she got to Duke, and what it was like coming to America for college (41:12).
As we #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is excitedly enjoying a childhood favorite, Del's Lemonade, as they come to Texas, and Michael shares his favorite childhood treat (58:17).

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A return to be forgotten, a new apparel line, and LPGA great, and a coaching legend all on this week's podcast, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

This weekend's Genesis Invitational was headlined by Tiger Woods... getting the runs and dropping out. Also by Jordan Speith... getting the runs and being DQed for messing up his scorecard. Oh, and Hideki Matsuyama won (1:36).
The Myrtle Beach Classic is having a YouTube qualifier this weekend, where top content creators will get a chance to compete in the new tournament later this year (7:23).
The PGA Champions Tour had a nice, short 36 hole tournament thanks to the Florida weather, but Alex wants to know who Michael wants so sit next to on the flight to Morocco for next week (9:16).
Tiger's new Sun Day Red Golf line debuting this week, and the apparel looks, well, like golf attire, Michael wonders about the similarity in name to Sunday Red Golf (12:09).
On our YouTube channel you can find new videos from our time at the PGA Show, including Alex having massive improvement with the new Under Armour shoes (14:54).
This weekend is the Mexico Open at Vidanta, where Tony Finau defends. Michael asks is Tony will win, or if legend Padraig Harrington will (16:26).
LPGA legend Sherri Steinhauer chatted with Alex from the PGA Show floor. Sherri shared stories of winning the British Open three times, how the Solhiem Cup has grown since she was on the team, and how pickle ball brought her back to golf (17:55).
Known for coaching the likes of Arnold Palmer, Phil Mickelson, and Lee Janzen, Rick Smith chatted with Alex from the PGA Show about how golf instruction has changed in his over 30 years, and what it was like coaching the greatest that ever played the game (33:17).
The NBA All-Star Weekend was a pitiful display of basketball, and Alex has a lot to say about it (44:57).
Spring is coming and so is baseball as Spring Training has officially begun (49:16).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex asks the question: wings, nuggets, or tenders (50:45)?

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In this week's podcast, hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell talk about the debauchery at the Waste Management Phoenix Open, Taylor Swift at the Super Bowl, and chat with top golf coach Martin Chuck and rising LPGA star Maja Stark.

The Waste(d) Management Pheonix Open hit a nerve with unruly behavior and bad weather, but a Canadian took the win in extra holes (1:57).
On the Korn Ferry Tour, we got a new low low low low low round as Cristobal Del Solar notched a 57 (8:38).
LIV Golf has found a formula of being in the right place at the right time as they hosted their tournament in Vegas the week of the Super Bowl (10:17).
Over on our YouTube channel you can catch more videos of our time at the PGA Show, including a video with past guest host Elizabeth Diane Veith exploring the plethora of women's golf fashion on display (13:48).
The PGA TOUR heads to Riviera and Tiger Woods is making his (check notes) billionth return to golf (14:49).
Our first guest is a Golf Digest Top 10 Coach, inventor, and the man behind the Tour Striker Academy, Martin Chuck. Martin chats with Alex from the PGA Show floor about what it's like coaching players on the PGA TOUR, and how a cutting board was turned into a crazy training aid (18:07).
Our next guest is an LPGA rising star with a Solheim Cup to boot, Maja Stark. Maja chats with Alex about growing up learning the game in Sweden, the cruelty of the course at the Solheim Cup, and what really happened after the Europeans won this year (45:45).
The Kansas City Chiefs won the Super Bowl, and Michael has to ask Alex if this new dynasty, as well as Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid, are better than the Patriots, Tom Brady, and Bill Belichick (1:04:34).
It's Valentine's Day as we #AlwaysEndWithFood, and Michael shares the nerdy details of making Oreos at home (1:15:50).

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On this week's pod: TWO different 54-hole no cut golf events, Taylor at the Grammys, and an absolute legend in NBA Hall of Famer Rick Barry. Hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Thanks to the weather, and the new Signature Event schedule, Wyndham Clark won the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am in only 54 holes... but he did shoot a 60. (1:49).
Last week's winner, Frenchman Matthieu Pavon, played well at Pebble Beach, and Michael is remembering what happened back when the guys had a heckler call in when they broadcast at Quinnipiac's student radio station (3:50).
LIV regularly scheduled 54 hole event included a 59 from eventual winner Joaquin Niemann, while newbie Jon Rahm's team too the W in Mayakoba (5:25).
The DP World Tour was in Bahrain, and Dylan Frittelli returned to form to return to the winner's circle (8:08).
Blast from the past Anthony Kim has announced his intentions to return to professional golf, and Alex can't believe the former phenom is ready for a return (9:04).
Taylor Swift stole the spotlight from the Grammys last night, and Alex has some feelings about the whole affair (10:13).
Our YouTube channel has some great stuff on it, including weekly videos showcasing great stuff from last month's PGA Show which will continue to roll out of the next few weeks (13:56).
Alex headed to the cinema to see Disney's new Migration, and brings us a review in Tuned In (15:12).
The WM Phoenix Open parties on this weekend, and Scottie Scheffler looks to claim a 3-peat (16:28).
This week's guest is NBA legend and Hall of Famer Rick Barry. The former Finals MVP, 8x All Star, and 4x World Long Drive Champion, is also an avid pickle baller. Rick chatting with Alex live on the PGA Show floor last month, and shares why he loves pickle ball, what it was like to dunk on Bill Russell, and his favorite golf course (18:59).
This Sunday is the Super Bowl in Las Vegas, and all we really care about here is the prop bets (49:49).
As we #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his football spread, which Michael thinks is a little too pun-ny (55:35).

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This week's episode was recorded LIVE on the show floor of the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, FL on Thursday, January 25. Hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell, and listened in by everyone passing by during golf's biggest business expo.

Alex and Michael break down some of the amazing things they saw while roaming the PGA Show Demo Day and floor after two days (1:37).
Cool carts and merchandise wasn't the only thing Alex and Michael did, as they also recorded a plethora of interviews with future guests, including LPGA legend Sherri Steinhauer and NBA Hall of Famer Rick Barry (8:05).
Retired Marine Corp Corporal Chris Nowak joined the guys to talk about the PGA HOPE program, which helps military veterans learn the game of golf and the great lessons it can teach them as they return from active service. Chris shares stories from the incredible events the HOPE program puts on, and why the game of golf is so important (9:38).
Tiger Wood's revealed his new golf apparel company and logo, and Michael isn't having any of the new Sunday Red (34:36).
The game of golf is getting expensive, and while Michael laments the facts, Alex is looking for innovative new ways to enjoy the game (36:47).
The PGA Professional Championship is coming up in Frisco, TX, and Alex is gearing up for the trip (39:18).
As it is January, and the guys are at the PGA Show, and chatting with people from all over, the question has to be asked, "where do we travel to next?" (41:46).
Breaking news happened during the week that Jim Harbaugh was leaving Michigan after winning his national championship for the Chargers, and Michael wonder's how Michigan's AD feels about it (45:53).
Recorded before the games, the guys chat about the potential Super Bowl matchup, and Alex shares what could be happening with the Chiefs in the Super Bowl (47:53).
When the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Michael treats Alex to the joys of Orlando, which means Disney World and all that it has to offer (49:11).

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An amateur winner on the PGA TOUR and a rising LPGA star as this week's guest as hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell head to the PGA Show in Orlando.

The American Express has a loaded field of Tour veterans, but it was 20 year old Alabama sophomore and amateur Nick Dunlap who reigned supreme, just the fifth amateur to win on TOUR since 1940 (2:06).
The LPGA season kicked off in Orlando and Lydia Ko got back into the winner's circle for the 20th time and is on the precipice of the LPGA Hall of Fame before turning 27 (7:27).
Rory McIlroy was disappointed last week in Dubai, but avenged the loss with a win as the DP World Tour stayed in Dubai (9:07).
This week marks the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, where Alex and Michael will be making the rounds and reporting back next week on the pod and all week on social media (11:10).
On our YouTube channel, Alex plays a super exclusive Austin Country Club, and making a 2-putt for the ages (13:20).
The PGA TOUR heads to Torrey Pines for the Farmers Insurance Open, a week that is always fun and features event host and past guest Alissa Kacar (14:41).
This week's guest is rising LPGA pro Gurleen Kaur, who shares what its like now to be on the LPGA Tour, what it was like playing at Baylor, and how rain ruined her Miami vacation (15:28).
College basketball has a new winningest coach in Stanford's Tara VanDerveer who surpassed Duke's Coach K this weekend (45:09).
Alabama's football powerhouse days may be dwindling after Coach Saban retired, as many players have entered the transfer portal (46:31).
In the NFL, the Detroit Lions (!) are headed to the NFC Championship game, and Michael's life now depends on them winning the Super Bowl (48:26).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex muses on pizza during a diet, while Michael shares what has changed since going Instagram viral, and how failure in the kitchen can happen to anyone (50:44).

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A return to form in Hawaii, buying your way in in Dubai, the end of an era, and Country Club Adjacent's Griff Pippin on this week's podcast, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The Sony Open wrapped up the Hawaii swing with a 3-man playoff and a return to the winner's circle for Grayson Murray (1:59).
The DP World Tour was in Dubai, were Rory lost, but a certain connected rich guy bought his way into the field (5:28).
The LPGA kicks off their season in Orlando this weekend, and the pro-am includes many, many, many past guests (9:05).
Following the LPGA's kickoff is the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, where Alex and Michael will be rubbing elbows and "kissing babies" at golf's biggest business meeting (11:05).
Alex announced his grand backyard plans last week, but the Texas weather has something to say first (12:29).
The PGA TOUR comes stateside for The American Express, which will included a loaded field at the golf season begins to heat up (16:01).
Michael shares a review of last year's Weird: The Al Yankovic Story starring Daniel Radcliffe in the titular role of a movie that is very weird (17:36).
This week's guest is Griff Pippin, one part of the Country Club Adjacent podcast, and a stand-up comedian. Griff shares what it was like to roast Donald Trump on the golf course, why we all need to relax sometimes, and does a little "this or that" on what's best (19:21).
The college football season is over, and Jim Harbaugh is already looking for an NFL team. But the football landscape is different now, as some of the coaching greats have left their posts (56:15).
It's the playoffs in the NFL, and once again, the Cowboys are OUT after just one game (58:57).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex figures out how to have his favorite tacos on a diet, and Michael is reveling in the virality of his latest IG reel from the bakery (1:01:21).

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The 2024 golf season gets underway, plus an end to the NFL regular season and special guest Mark Dondero from WEEI in Boston. The Course of Life is hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The 2024 golf season got underway at the "signature" "hit and giggle" Sentry in Hawaii, which was won at -29 (!!!) (1:49).
Patrick Reed's lawsuits against many in golf media has been dismissed, meaning he has to pay all the legal fees of those who sued, but his lawyers are appealing the ruling (4:32).
Tiger and Nike have ended their long partnership, and Michael has a major announcement about the future of the CoL brand (6:41).
Comedian Katt Williams blew up social media and the podcasting world this week when he was on with Shannon Sharpe and shared how dumb it is to play golf "from the tips" (8:33).
Barstool Sports personality Jersey Jerry spend over 36 hours trying to make a hole in one on a simulator, and Alex was glued to the live stream (10:43).
Alex has big plans for 2024, including a big renovation for his backyard's golf landscape (12:46).
Over on our YouTube channel, you can catch a video of Alex hitting golf balls into an abandoned school bus, and coming soon you can catch a video of Alex hitting golf balls at his childhood home (14:58).
The PGA TOUR stays in Hawaii for the Sony Open, where notable names will be returning after medical absences (16:06).
The Golden Globes were this weekend, and Alex says it was a bit of a letdown (17:29).
This week's guest is WEEI host and Boston sports personality Mark Dondero. Mark chats with Alex about how he ended up at WEEI, what he thinks of the Boston sports future, and shares an inside story as to why he asked Coach Bill Belichick that viral question (19:18).
The NFL heads to the playoffs, meaning Alex's Patriots and Michael's Giants seasons are over, and they can't be happier (57:14).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's a diet update and "don't call it a resolution" announcement from Michael (1:01:54).

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It's a new year, a new PGA Tour season, and a new guest who's trying to play every golf course in Massachusetts. Our first episode is the year is here, hosted as always by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The new PGA Tour season begins with The Sentry, where only one of the top 3 players in the world is contending (1:56).
The OWGR released changes to how points will be dolled out, including for the new "signature events" on the PGA Tour, which include no cuts (sound familiar?) (5:45).
2023 was a huge year for the podcast, and 2024 looks to keep growing on that success. What's in store for us? More travel, and more golf, of course (8:15).
Alex used the holiday weekend to catch the new movie Anyone But You, and Michael asks how it compares to 2023's No Hard Feelings (14:02).
Our first guest of the New Year is Sean Melia, editor of the New England Golf Journal. Sean has a mission to play every golf course in Massachusetts, and shares some of his favorites, and reminisces with Alex about their shared hometown course, Concord Country Club (16:13).
The New Year included a lot of fireworks, and Michael really doesn't understand why it's so excessive (47:22).
The NFL season is nearing its conclusion, and that means Alex and Michael horrible no good very bad season can end (49:17).
In #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about the January diets, and how maybe that can springboard to some wholistic life changes, you know, like it does every year (52:32).

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It's the end of 2023, and that means time for the annual Course of Life Festivus Special!

First, a history lesson for those uninitiated in Festivus, a classic from Seinfeld (00:20).
Festivus begins with the Airing of Grievances, including a look back at what we were upset with last year, and how pissed we are at the LIV/PGA Tour debacle this year, a horrible 8 month fiasco with insurance, and the problem with everyone on the roads not using their blinkers (1:57).
The Great Feats of Strength highlight what was great about the year, including Tiger's return (again), and a certain PGA commissioner still having a job (20:38).
The Festivus Miracles is what we think will happen in the sports world in 2024, including a bold and outlandish idea from Michael about the PGA/LIV partnership (31:34).
While not Festivus tradition, it is a tradition to #AlwaysEndWIthFood, and that's exactly what we do here, highlighting our favorite food memories of 2023, including amazing steak in Ireland (35:28).

Happy Festivus, Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year!

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The PNC Championship with Charlie and Tiger, Christmas music, and more on this week's episode, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and Alex and Michael are ready for it (1:52).
The PNC Championship included a lot of family duos, but all eyes were on Charlie and Tiger, and how Charlie was much better than Tiger (3:36).
The DP World Tour heads to beautiful Mauritius this week, an island off the coast of Africa that is too beautiful to host a golf event (7:04).
NBC Sports announced than Kevin Kisner is headed to the broadcast booth this year, and Alex is concerned the censors may have their work cut out for them (8:26).
Over on our YouTube channel, you can catch Alex's adventure playing golf, eating BBQ tacos, and playing Vegas-style slots all in one day in Texas (9:38).
It's the Holiday season, so Alex asks Michael to name the top 10 Christmas songs on the Billboard Hot 100 (10:34).
The Holidays mean family movies, and Michael shares his review of the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory prequel, Wonka (12:54).
Alex spent the money and watched the now streaming Era's Tour from Taylor Swift and shares his review (14:24).
Past guest Matt Sheerer of WBZ News Radio in Boston had an amazing story this week of a Bostonian singer he found in the streets that will restore your faith in humanity (16:03).
This week's guests as the owners of Dripping Springs Country Club, more than just a driving range outside of Austin, TX. You likely know Stephen and Doug Bradford from their appearance on "Wheel of Fortune," and their share stories from their time on the show, plus why Dripping Springs is so special (17:54).
Christmas means basketball, and there are a bunch of great games on to catch (40:08).
Christmas also means it's Bowl Season, which is now in full swing, and started with a horrible game for Michael's nearby Georgia Southern Eagles (40:58).
In the NFL, it was another losing weekend for Alex's Patriots and Michael's Giants, who have come back down to earth after a string of victories (41:54).
As we #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about what's on the menu for Christmas Eve and Christmas night (44:26).

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A golf signing that changes everything (for real this time), a massive new contract in baseball, and former UT Longhorn and NFL player Cedric Griffin, all on this week's new episode hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The golf work was shook this week as Jon Rahm took a truck load of money and bolted to LIV, even as the PGA TOUR, LIV/PIF merger talks continue. Alex and Michael wonder what it all means for the game we love to watch (2:09).
The Grant Thorton Shootout finally gave us a taste of what we've been clamoring for, a PGA/LPGA mixed event, as the Aussie's took the win (11:35).
Over on our YouTube channel, Alex and his buddy Anthony have a finish for the ages at TPC Sawgrass (...on a simulator), and this weekend Alex debuts a new series called "Texas Towns," showcasing some of the smaller towns in Texas that still have great golf and great food (14:17).
This weekend features the Q-School finals, where players vie for life-changing status on the Korn Ferry and PGA TOUR (15:19).
Tiger's back again, alongside son Charlie, for this year's PNC Shootout (16:33).
This week's guest is Cedric Griffin, a former National Champion as a Texas Longhorn, and former defensive back in the NFL. Cedric chats with Alex about his favorite football memories, his life coaching track, and his BBQ joint The Smoke Cantina (18:17).
The NBA wrapped up their inaugural NBA Cup, the new in season tournament that crowned the Lakers champs. Do we care? (55:43).
It's December and that means it's Bowl Season! All 42 of them, including the CFB Playoffs (57:15)
It was a rare week in the NFL for Alex, as he got to see his Patriots put points on the board and record their third win of the season (1:00:09).
Major League Baseball saw a gargantuan contract get signed as multi-position superstar Ohtani leaped to the Dodgers (1:01:06).
As we #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying a unique new pizza place, while Michael got his Hanukkah on with some latkes and smoked salmon (1:02:36).

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Tiger's return, golf ball rollbacks, and Pin Seeker's Golf Lounge founder Ed Amadis on this week's new pod, hosted by Alex Lauzon with special guest host Elizabeth Diane Veith.

While co-host Michael is away, past guest Elizabeth Diane Veith fills in (2:01).
Tiger Woods made his return to professional golf at The Hero, and it went about as was realistically expected (3:31).
The PGA and R&A are poised to make rollbacks of the golf ball to make it fly less, and both Elizabeth and Alex are not having it (6:20).
The PGA TOUR and LIV may still be headed towards a merger, but they still aren't playing nicely together when it comes to qualifiers and exemptions (10:52).
Golf simulators are taking over the golf world, and Alex visits one and plays 18 holes at a famous course in this week's new YouTube video, coming Friday (12:44).
This week's guest is Ed Amadis, the owner of Pin Seeker's Golf Lounge in Austin, TX. Ed shares how his love of golf lead him to running a golf simulator lounge (16:04).
College football has their final four, and Elizabeth shares her favorite for the playoffs (30:40).
In the NFL, Alex's Patriots continue to stink up something awful, while Elizabeth's Denver Broncos are still figuring out Russell Wilson (33:53).
As we #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his new favorite wing spot in Austin, and Elizabeth shares a unique date night experience in an old church (35:54).

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A roof collapse, LIV mega-deal rumor, and rivalry week in college football, along with a returning guest from the Boston radio-waves on this week's podcast, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Thanksgiving was the headline for everyone last week, and Alex and Michael share their Thanksgiving day MVP (2:14).
A powerful Florida storm tore down the roof of the new TGL stadium, delaying the new league for a year (5:55).
Jon Rahm's name is now connected to LIV, who are supposedly offering a gigantic contract to the major champion (7:28).
The PGA Champions Tour is getting its own Ryder Cup style tournament, the World Champions Cup, headed to Florida is just a couple weeks with three teams (10:34).
Tiger is back (again) at the Hero World Challenge, and Michael asks is Tiger will finish Top-5, or if defending champ Viktor Hovland will repeat (13:49).
Gianna Gravalese returns to the podcast to chat about hew now syndicated and national show, The VBros, from iHeartRadio's KISS 108FM in Boston. Gianna shares all the good going on in her life now, her crush on Joe Jonas, on her love of Boston's Jingle Ball (16:13).
College football's rivalry week produced some crazy moments, but the results for Alex's picks were not good (57:14).
In the NFL, Michael's Giants have now won two straight after "beating" Alex's Patriots, who, contrary to popular belief, have not hit rock bottom yet (58:37).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is ready for all the Christmas flavors that are here as we roll into December, and Michael shares his journey on a Savannah Food Tour (1:01:18).

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That exemption spot at The Hero World Challenge has been filled by Tiger Woods, who makes his return at the very end of the golf season. The guys ponder what this means (2:14).
The RSM Classic wrapped up the PGA Fall, and gave Swede Ludvig Åberg his first win (6:25).
The DP World Tour wrapped up their season in Dubai, and besides a Nicolai Højgaard win, there was crazy stuff happening across the course including clubs lost in trees and Rory's ball in a fan's lap (10:11).
The LPGA also finished up their season and payed our $2 million to now five-time winner Amy Yang (13:15).
Over on our YouTube channel you can see inside the TPC Sawgrass clubhouse plus see interviews with Florida and Georgia football greats, and coming up this weekend see if Alex can beat his wife in a round of golf (14:11).
While the PGA TOUR season may be quiet this weekend, the NFL certainly isn't (15:21).
This week's guest is our resident holiday decorating and party hosting expert, Brandi Milloy, who also shares how she and her husband, Mr Fantastic, have livened up their weekly dinner routine (15:55).
Alex's College Football picks were just OK, but now it's time to wrap up the regular season (46:26).
Michael is ecstatic after his Giants won a football game, and Alex finally is starting to understand why Michael has such a good sense of humor about the NFL (47:51).
Las Vegas was in the news a lot this week, first about the Oakland A's calling Vegas their new home, and then for the Formula 1 debacle Thursday night on the city streets (50:11).
The guys love their Quinnipiac Bobcats, and the hockey team is still rolling strong as defending National Champs (53:18).
When the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's about Thanksgiving meal schedules and what exactly do you do the night before Thanksgiving (54:16).

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An emotional return in Bermuda, an African Safari, the LPGA's rising star Gabi Ruffels, and NYC rapper, screenwriter, actor, and artist Nik Moody on this week's podcast.

It's officially the holiday season, and host Alex Lauzon is ready for it, as is cohost Michael Russell, begrudgingly (2:10).
At the Butterfield Bermuda Championship, Adam Long ended his fairways hit streak at a childish number, and Camilo Villegas returns to the winners circle after an emotional few years (3:36).
The LPGA had its inaugural Anika Driven event, hosted by the legend Anika herself. With some virtual credentials, Alex was able to chat with up-and-coming LPGA pro Gabi Ruffels, who had an impressive week in Florida (7:18).
Past Masters Champion Angel Cabrera is out of prison, and is eyeing a return to golf and even the PGA TOUR, which seems surprising (18:10).
The DP World Tour was in South Africa, and after enjoying the African safari, Max Homa played his way to his first international victory (21:15).
Over on our YouTube channel you can see some behind the scenes from the Desire Cup, held at the beautiful TPC Sawgrass, as well as a very important mini-golf challenge between Alex and Michael (23:27).
The PGA TOUR ends its 2023 calendar with the RSM Classic at Sea Island, featuring a very boring field (25:06).
Nik Moody is a rapper, screenwriter, actor, artist, and now a returning guest to the podcast. Nik chats with Alex about his new movie, his new music, and his new partner (26:30).
Alex has two winning weeks for his picks in the college football world, and makes a bold prediction for the CFB Playoffs (50:08).
The race to the bottom continues for Michael's Giants and Alex's Patriots in the NFL, as these teams continue to lose at embarrassing levels (51:46).
As we #AwaysEndWithFood, it's all about Thanksgiving, from the turkey to the sides to when you need to be taking that bird out of your freezer (hint: a lot sooner than you think) (55:54).

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An incredible eagle, a walk from a Tiger, the format for the TGL, and a race to the bottom in the NFL on this week's episode, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Alex has returned from a Florida vacation, and in confused as to why the clubhouse thought it horrible he was playing with the ladies (2:16).
The World Wide Technologies Championship had an incredible finish as Erik von Rooyen played his heart out for his college teammate (5:24).
When Tiger moves about the world, the golf world watches, and Alex can't wait to see where Tiger is walking to now (8:06).
The TGL announced their match format, and the guys wonder if we'll keep watching week in and week out (10:20).
Sports Illustrated is taking advantage of the slow golf season by giving out some bad takes, including one which includes big changes to Augusta (13:58).
On our YouTube channel you can watch Alex play 9 holes at Austin Country Club, and see the first part of the guy's trip to TPC Sawgrass (16:54).
The PGA TOUR stays in paradise for the Butterfield Bermuda Championship, which doesn't include many people fans of heard of (18:14).
This week's returning guest is Danny Wuerffel, a Heisman Trophy Winner, Collegiate National Champion with the Florida Gators, and NFL quarterback. But Danny does a lot now to give back to his community, and his Desire Cup, pitting Georgia and Florida alumni against each other, allows his charities to do some great work. Danny shares why he gives back and what makes the Desire Cup so special. Learn more about Danny's Desire Cup by clicking here (19:51).
Alex's wrapped up his vacation as a friend's wedding, which including prop bets which actual lines available before the ceremony (38:50).
Alex had a winning week (finally!) in his college football picks, making him rethink his strategy for the rest of the season (42:28).
In the NFL, Michael's Giants and Alex's Patriots continue to suck something horrible, as the Giants' QB problems continue to sour and the Patriots' just suck (43:13).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares the best thing he ate during his Gulf Coast vacation, and Michael is happily making maples bars in the bakery (46:34).

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A weekend at The Desire Cup at TPC Sawgrass for hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell, plus a chat with KVUE's Tyler Feldman on this week's podcast.

Alex and Michael met up in the Southeast to visit The Desire Cup, a celebrity charity golf event hosted by Heisman Trophy Winner Danny Wuerffel and his Desire Street Ministry. The guys share what happened at the incredible event, plus some chats with ESPN's Laura Rutledge and Georgia's legendary Lindsey Scott (2:18).
The LPGA dropped a huge announcement on Friday that they would be headed to TPC Boston or a brand new event featuring the largest purse outside of the five majors (14:15).
Past guest Gemma Dryburgh looks to repeat at this week's Toto Japan Classic and add another smart toilet to her home (16:01).
Past guest Vince India was in the news in a bad way this week as he was suspended from golf for six months for gambling (17:34).
Over on our YouTube Channel you can check out Alex's time playing minigolf at Austin's East Side Mini Open, and coming this Friday will be his time playing Austin Country Club, but not in the usual way (19:16).
The PGA TOUR heads to a Tiger Woods' course for the new home of the World Wide Technology Championship in Cabo, Mexico (20:23).
This week's guest is Austin's very own Tyler Feldman, who shares his journey from Pittsburgh baby to being a KVUE sports broadcaster in Austin TX. Tyler also shares why it's so important to "Save Muny," what it was like chatting with Ben Crenshaw, and how his own golf game is doing (22:09).
Alex's college football picks are not as bad this week, but things weren't good for the Florida Gators in Jacksonville against the Georgia Bulldogs (52:18).
In the NFL, the guys' favorite teams are so bad that losing just isn't good enough any more (53:21).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying the seafood of Florida's gulf coast, while Michael is turning a cake disaster into something delicious (55:50).

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A superstar returns to the winner's circle, a rare double-winning weekend in the NFL, and The Bachelor's Sean McLaughlin on this week's episode, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Across the Pacific at the ZOZO Championship, Colin Morikawa finally returned to the winner's circle for the first time since 2021 (2:07).
Nearby at the BMW Ladies Championship in Korea, Minjee Lee won her second title in three events, cementing her place as the better Lee sibling, before hoping a jet with her brother Minwoo and Morikawa back home (4:04).
LIV Golf wrapped up their season with a surprising ring presentation to their Player of the Year, Talor Gooch (5:37).
Alex and Michael are headed to Jacksonville this week for the Desire Cup to check out the Florida and Georgia football greats playing to support Desire Street Ministries (8:45).
Over on our YouTube Channel you can check out what it's like to practice for an LPGA event with Annie Park, and this weekend a new video hits the channel about Alex's time at the East Side Mini Open, a mini-golf bar crawl like no other in Austin, TX (9:51).
Almost all the tours are quiet this weekend, with the exception of the DP World Tour which heads to Qatar (10:28).
In Tuned In, Michael is catching a horror classic in "The Shining," while also watching 2023's fun "Polite Society." Alex, meanwhile, was paying close attention to his Austin Gamblers at the PBR Finals in Las Vegas, home of The Sphere (11:42).
This week's guest is Sean McLaughlin, currently appearing on season 9 of "Bachelor in Paradise." Sean chats about his time on season 20 of "The Bachelorette," the rise of his love for cashmere, and how poor his golf game is (14:29).
Alex and Michael's favorite NFL teams both had wins this weekend, a rare feat that may not be repeated again this year. And the Taylor Swift+Travis Kelce affair is showing dividends for the Chiefs (45:18).
Alex's picks in the college football world continue to disappoint, and may warrant staying away from, warns Michael (48:38).
The NBA kicks off their season, and Alex is writing about it weekly on RunYourPool (50:14).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying a unique and surprising seasonal Goldfish flavor, while Michael is baking with pears and blackberries in the kitchen (51:13).

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It was a repeat winner in Las Vegas, continued heartbreak in the NFL, and the Austin Gamblers CEO on this week's episode, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Tom Kim repeated at the Shriners Children's Open in Las Vegas, where LPGA star Lexi Thompson made a run for the cut on Friday (1:59).
The LPGA is in the middle of their Asian Swing, where American Angel Yin notches her first W (6:28).
Alex and Michael are headed to Jacksonville soon to check out past guest Danny Wuerffel's Desire Cup to support his foundation and charity, and will likely see some Florida Gator and Georgia Bulldog celebrities, as well as check out the iconic TPC Sawgrass (8:22).
This week on our YouTube channel, Alex makes some birdies during his trip to Illinois, and a video showcasing 9 holes with Annie Park during her practice round at The Ascendent LPGA at The Colony (11:04).
The PGA TOUR heads to Japan for the ZOZO Championship where Keagan Bradley looks to defend his title (12:00).
In Tuned In, Michael is enjoying the fall weather and outdoor festivals that come to Savannah in October, while Alex is couldn't believe the bomb Jerry Seinfeld dropped over the weekend (13:55).
This week's guest is JJ Gottsch, the CEO of the Austin Gamblers, part of the PRB Team Series. JJ chats with Alex about what makes running a PBR team so unique, and why the Gamblers are the best in the PBR this season, plus what he's looking forward to doing in Las Vegas this week of the Team Championships (18:03).
In College Football, Alex's picks left something to be desired once again (39:49).
In the NFL, the guy's favorite teams continue to break their hearts, and Alex wonders how fans of losing teams survive now that his Patriots are one of them (40:57).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex reveals the winner of his poll for his Thanksgiving dinner theme, and Michael shares the exciting new pastry he's working on at the bakery (44:25).

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A massive playoff in Mississippi on the PGA Tour, Halloween movies galore, and former LPGA Major Winner and current Solehim Cup Assistant Captain Angela Stanford on this week's Course of Life, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The Sanderson Farms Championship ended in a five(!) man playoff and a 45-foot putt gave us some Fall golf drama in Mississippi (1:59).
The LPGA was at The Colony in Texas for The Ascendent LPGA, where the ladies had their second straight wire-to-wire champion. Alex was on site early in the week and captured some interviews with players and caddies during the practice rounds (4:02).
The TGL and ESPN announced when we'll see the new indoor arena golf events, coming in January on Tuesday evenings (6:10).
Patrick Cantlay struck a cord after saying he wanted to get paid for appearing in the Ryder Cup, instead of the traditional donations to charities on player's behalfs (9:15).
On our YouTube this week you'll find Alex's gambling adventures in Illinois, and this weekend you'll find out that Alex actually can make birdies on the course (11:07).
The PGA Tour heads to Las Vegas for the Shriners Children's Open, where LPGA Superstar Lexi Thompson will try her luck agains the guys (12:54).
In Tuned In, Michael is watching the 1963 version of The Haunting, and quickly followed it up with the 2000 remake, but capped it all off with the 2023 Disney film The Haunted Mansion. Meanwhile, Alex is enjoying the new Golden Bachelor on ABC (15:06).
This week's guest is Angela Stanford, the 2018 Evian Champion, and now 2-time Solheim Cup Assistant Captain. Chatting with Alex from the Ascendent LPGA in Texas, Angela shares what it was like for Team USA in Spain for the Solheim Cup, plus why she prefers to play in her home state of Texas (19:20).
The college football landscape is settling but the Texas Longhorns may not be back, but Miami is certainly making dumb plays and Alex's picks finally show some results (37:22).
In the NFL, Michael Giants and Alex's Patriots are just horrible, and there's nothing good on the horizon (40:41).
The guy's alma mater, Quinnipiac University, hoisted their D-1 championship banner this weekend in Hamden, CT, capping off an amazing rise to glory that is chronicled in the new Quinnipiac podcast, The Tenth Second (44:01).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is getting ready to plan his Thanksgiving dinner theme, while Michael got out and enjoyed a new pizza place in Savannah (46:29).

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A Ryder Cup to forget for Team USA, a big win at the Asian Games, and professional caddy Henry McGannon on this week's CoL, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The Ryder Cup was a embarrassing disaster for the Americans as Team Europe marched to victory in Rome (1:59).
At the Asian Games, top Korean golfers Sunjea Im and Si Woo Kim lead their team to an important victory (7:34).
This week's LPGA event at the Colony in the Dallas area will include something different: Alex walking and talking with the players during their practice rounds (9:13).
Alex's weekend featured his annual pilgrimage to the East Side Mini Open, an Austin bar crawl unlike any other (10:51).
Our YouTube channel includes videos of what its like inside the PBR Shark Cage, being inside the Alamodome for a UTSA game, and coming up this week some videos of Alex's time in Illinois, including randomly gambling at the slots (12:20).
This weekend the PGA TOUR returns with the Sanderson Farms Open, where a past guest may have a great opportunity to ride his current hot streak (13:23).
In Tuned In, Michael is all set up for Halloween as October begins, and Alex is dreaming of a 2000's boy band super tour as N*SYNC returns (15:39).
This week's guest is Henry McGannon, a professional caddy at Kiawah, and previously Pinehurst. Henry shares stories of caddying at these famous courses, including with Phil Mickelson, and why he created his apparel brand, RealGolfers (19:13).
Michael is headed down the wormhole as he discovered how inadequate he is thanks to the life of a private jet broker (45:36).
In college football, Alex's picks remain average, but he's waiting to say the word G * * D if Texas wins again this weekend (47:59).
In the NFL, it's just more bad news for Alex's Patriots, but at least the league tried out Toy Story football this weekend (49:40).
Michael is still revealing in Quinnipiac's National Championship, especially as the Bobcats revealed their Championship rings this weekend (52:43).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying some unique wings, while Michael is in awe at everything his Ace Hardware has, including some awesome seasoning blends (53:39).

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The Solheim Cup had a drama filled Sunday that didn't end America's way, and Chris French joins the podcast to chat about living out his dream. Hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The American ladies started out strong at the Solheim Cup, but a lackluster finish results in Team Europe retaining the cup after a tie in Spain (2:01).
Alex was in Illinois this past week, and recaps some of the golf he enjoyed in the seasonably cool weather (5:07).
This week on our YouTube channel, you'll find new videos of Alex's time in the "Shark Cage" at the Austin PRB event, and life in the tunnel of the UTSA football game (6:16).
It's the men's turn now as attention turns to Rome for the Ryder Cup. Alex and Michael share some quick takes on whose going to win, and who needs to come up big for each team (6:55).
In Tuned In, Michael experienced his first Comic Con, while Alex is not enjoying the Taylor Swift/Travis Kelce relationship (10:32).
This week's guest is Chris French, a 2023 PGA Championship qualifier who chats with Alex about what it's like to be living out his golfing dream (17:19).
This weekend in college football saw Coach Prime and the Buffaloes come crashing back to earth, while the Texas Longhorns continue to rack up the wins (37:36).
In the NFL, the Dolphins couldn't be stopped, Alex's Patriots somehow got a win, and Michael's Giants just stick (39:33).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex couldn't believe the prices on bar snacks in Austin, while Michael was reveling in his babka creation at the bakery (42:03).

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On this week's episode, the PGA TOUR Fall season begins with a new winner, we preview the Solheim Cup, and Liberty National GC's Director of Magic (yes, that's his title) Lucas Beaudoin joins the podcast. Hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The Fortinet Championship in Napa Valley showcased Sahith Thegaala's first win in his your career, and some solid play from Ryder Cup teammates Justin Thomas and Max Homa (2:05).
The DP World Tour's BMW PGA Championship included every member of the European Ryder Cup team, and incredible play from team rookie Ludvig Aberg (5:04).
This week on our YouTube channel, Alex's video of his attempted 36 for 36 is live, and coming up on Friday is Alex's trip to the PBR event in Austin a few weeks ago (6:13).
This week in Spain the ladies gather for the Solheim Cup, featuring four past CoL guests. Michael wonders if the young American squad can stop the bleeding and claim a victory after 2 straight losses (7:22).
In Tuned In, Michael is still playing the massive game Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom some four months after starting, and Alex is not happy with the Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce rumors (10:00).
This week's guest is a close up magician, golfer, and the official Director of Magic at Liberty National Golf Club, Lucas Beadoin. Lucas chats with Alex about how he got into magic and golf, what it's like doing close-up magic at one of the most recognizable courses in the world, and deliveries one of the healthiest answers for our 19th hole question (12:42).
College football news continues to be all about the Colorado Buffalo, but Alex's picks are nowhere near as perfect (31:23).
In the NFL, Michael's Giants somehow are 1-1 after allowing 60 unanswered points in the first 3 halves of their season, and Alex's Patriots have nothing good to talk about after two games (32:50).
As we #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is loving his Illinois food travels, while Michael is reveling in a new roast chicken with farro and ras el hanout he's enjoying (34:40).

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The Irish Open at the K Club, an embarrassing start for the Giants, and junior golfer Sebastian Pell headline this week's episode. Hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The Horizon Irish Open lit up The K Club, where the guys played while in Ireland, and Vincent Norman took the top prize after a lightening delay (1:49).
As the Ryder Cup approached, the two teams have different approaches to preparations for Rome (5:24).
Our YouTube is full of great videos to watch, including recapping our day at Rosslare to finish our trip to Ireland, and coming soon a video about Alex's attempt at 36 holes of golf for his 36th birthday (6:32).
The PGA Tour returns with the Fortinet Championship, where Max Homa looks to 3-peat, and a new format for the Tour's fall calendar takes shape (7:37).
In Tuned In, Michael is enjoying his redecorated dining room, while Alex is was catching the tennis at the US Open (11:22).
This week's guest is Sebastian Pell, who first came on the podcast back in 2020 after his viral video took the golf world by storm. Sebastian shares how his game's been improving since then, playing tournament fall golf in high school, and his plans for college golf (15:19).
College football continues to surprise, especially with Coach Prime and his Colorado Buffaloes (32:07).
The NFL is in full swing, and while Alex's Patriots may have lost, Michael's Giants were just embarrassing (34:43).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying another trip to Buc-ee's, while Michael tried out a new Savannah gelato shop, and the guys doing a gelato-flavor draft (37:24).

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The Ryder Cup Teams are all set and ready to go in Rome, a driver snaps at the Women's Irish Open, and professional golfer and content creator David Erdy joins the pod. Hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Team Europe completed their team for the Ryder Cup, and Alex and Michael share their thoughts on the two teams before they meet in Rome in a few weeks (2:14).
The American amateurs claimed their fourth victory in a row at the Walker Cup, held at St Andrews (6:59).
The LPGA had another young winner, and this one came from a Monday Q (8:42).
At the Irish Women's Open, Anne Van Dam was headed to a playoff when her bag of clubs came tumbling off a cart, resulting in a horrendous snap (9:56).
This week, the DP World Tour is in action at the Irish Open at The K Club, where Alex and Michael played during their Ireland trip in July. The guys give some predictions on the conditions and field (12:43).
In Tuned In, Michael is enjoying a reprieve from Savannah's scorching summer, while Alex is catching up on Ted Lasso (15:59).
This week's guest is David Erdy, a professional golfer who, along with his wife and past guest Kristin, make videos on instagram. David chats about what it's like grinding it out to make it in golf, and what makes his content so good (18:30).
College football is back, and as usual with Week 1, there was some major fireworks and major upsets (42:08).
The NFL is getting ready to return this week, and Alex and Michael consider their team's chances of starting with a win (44:34).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares what he ate during his birthday weekend, while Michael shares what he enjoyed at some new Savannah eateries, and off his own grill to celebrate Labor Day (46:39).

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This week, Viktor Hovland gets a giant payday, Professional Bull Rider for the Austin Gamblers, Austin Richardson chats with Alex, and Michael is getting ready for the hurricane.

The TOUR Championship was only exciting to see how low Hovland would go as he claims the season finale and the big 18 million dollar check (1:57).
The guys take a look back on the PGA TOUR season and who claim Player of the Year between Rahm, Scheffler, McIlory, and Hovland (4:34).
On the ladies circuit, Megan Khang claims victory in Canada after 191 career starts, and the US Solheim Cup names their final members, who Alex may have suggested to team captain Stacy Lewis back in January (6:13).
This week's Champions Tour event looked to be in Paul Goydos' hands, until he took five putts on the 72nd green (8:24).
This week on our YouTube Channel, our video of our time at the European Club is live, and this weekend we'll post our video of our time in the South East of Ireland, including a round at Rosslare (9:42).
Donald Trump announced winning his club's Senior Championship with a 67, but the guys wonder what he really shot (10:56).
The PGA Tour may be taking a break, but the DP World Tour is at a beautiful course in the Swiss Alps for the European Masters ahead of the Irish Open next week at the K Club in Dublin (11:41).
In Tuned In, Michael is watching out for Hurricane Idalia as it bears down on Florida and eventually Savannah, while Alex is watching the rise of past guest Mitch Rossell (12:45).
This week's guest is Austin Richardson, a member of the PBR's Austin Gamblers. Austin chats with Alex about the details that make a good bull rider, what it was like to ride an entire season with a broken collarbone, and his favorite Texas BBQ (15:30).
College football is back with a bang after Notre Dame took it to Navy in Dublin, Ireland (37:30).
The Little League World Series ended with a bang as California blasted their way to victory with a walk-off home run (38:42).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about Alex's big birthday weekend food plans (40:16).

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Viktor Hovland went full beast mode on Sunday at the BMW Championship, Michael is starting to watch the Atlantic for hurricanes, and Alex chats with the CEO of Golf, Remec Carlson.

The BMW Championship was Scottie Scheffler's until Viktor Hovland posted a 28 on the back 9 to claim the second event of the FedEx Cup Playoffs (2:11).
In Northern Ireland, the LPGA and DP World Tour played synchronous events and had an amazing finish for the ladies as a new winner took the crown on her 19th birthday (6:41).
Be on the lookout for a new video on our YouTube channel covering our wet and windy round at The European Club in Ireland (8:36).
The FedEx Cup Playoffs conclude at East Lake for the TOUR Championship, and Alex and Michael share their favorites in the 30-man field (9:50).
In Tuned In, Michael is watching the Atlantic as hurricane season heats up, while Alex gives his review of the blockbuster Barbie (13:28).
This week's guest is Remec Carlson, known as the CEO of Golf, who shares some behind the scenes stories of making videos for YouTube, and his favorite nineteenth holes in Ireland and the States (16:39).
College football is back, and its starting, in all places, in Dublin, Ireland (43:39).
Alex's Red Sox swept Michael's Yankees this weekend, but their both still at the bottom of the pile (44:29).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about Fall as Alex enjoys the season's marquee drink and Michael's house starts to smell of apples... even though it's still 95 degrees out (45:17).
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A white hot Lucas Glover is putting the FedEx Cup Playoffs on notice, and the PBR's Michael Gaffney chats with Alex about the adventure that is professional bull riding. All that plus a review of Barbie on this week's podcast, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Lucas Glover went from outside of the top 100 in the FedEx Cup, to #4 after back-to-back wins. Michael asks Alex if he should make the Ryder Cup team (2:03).
Excerpts from a new book reveal the depths of Phil Mickelson's gambling, and its even worse than we thought (which was already pretty bad) (8:07).
The LPGA wrapped up their major season with The AIG Women's Open, and American Lilia Vu bookended the season with victories, becoming the first US woman to win two majors in a season in an awfully long time (11:39).
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Our audio diary adventures of our time in Ireland come to a conclusion in this week's special episode. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell recap the final days of golf and travel, with conversations with some of the game's finest. Big thanks to Tourism Ireland and Golf Ireland for inviting us out and taking care of us during the trip.

Our Wednesday in Ireland may have featured wind and rain, but The European Club was a crown jewel on the Irish Sea. We recap the amazing day, and feature some sound bites from the infamous Pat Ruddy (2:28).
Thursday featured no golf, but some amazing sights across South East Ireland including the Dunbrody Famine Ship, Hook Lighthouse, and Johnstown Castle (22:42).
We finished the week at Rosslare Golf Links on the southeast tip of the Emerald Isle, and chatting with the Head Pro, Jamie O'Sullivan (35:22).

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For the next two weeks, Alex and Michael will recap their incredible trip to Ireland with their audio journals and interviews with club personal and a PGA TOUR winner. Big thanks to Tourism Ireland and Golf Ireland for inviting us out and taking care of us during the trip.

The week started at The Royal Dublin Golf Club, Ireland's second oldest golf club, and an on the course chat with Club Captain John Pardy (2:22).
The K Club, home of the 2006 Ryder Cup, the 2016 Irish Open and the upcoming Irish Opens in 2023, 2025, and 2027. Alex chatted with course General Manager Paul Heery, Irish Open Tournament Director Paul Gillman, and 2-time PGA TOUR winner Seamus Power (15:38).

Make sure to tune in next week for the conclusion of our audio diary, including chats with The European Club's architect Pat Ruddy, and a day exploring off the course in Ireland's Ancient East.

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Recorded several days early, hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell give their early thoughts on the Open Championship, plus share their exciting itinerary they are currently experiencing this week in Ireland.

Just because we recorded this early doesn't mean Alex doesn't crown a champion for the Open. Hint: it's not a player (1:46).
The guys break down the exciting week they're in the middle of, thanks to Tourism Ireland, including a round at the 2006 Ryder Cup course, The K Club (5:22).
The TOUR heads to the 3M Open next, where it's a sleepy field but the real estate next to the course is fire (11:16).
In Tuned In, Michael is watching the original Justified with Timothy Olyphant, while Alex is choosing his early favorites for the Emmys (12:58).
This week's conversation is the one that started it all. David Connellan of Golf Ireland and Tourism Ireland chatted with Alex back in January at the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, and it's only fitting to be reminded of what we dreamed about experiencing back than that we're getting in droves now (15:05).
Alex is ready for the start of the NFL Preseason, while Michael wonders if his Giants or Alex's Patriots have a better chance of making the playoffs (39:25).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about what's going in our mouths in Ireland (41:22).

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Rory McIlroy just wins all these Open tournaments, plus new revelations in the PGA/LIV merger, Hollywood movie blockbusters, and New Lady Golfer Alissa Kacar. Hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Rory McIlroy rallied to win his first Scottish Open, claiming yet another Open style championship, and perhaps peaking too soon for next week's Open Championship at Royal Liverpool (1:51)?
The other PGA event was the Barbasol Championship, where birdies were plentiful and a playoff got us a brand new champion (5:36).
The LPGA Tour has a new rising star in high schooler Mia Hammond (7:02).
Steph Curry showed off and celebrated all over Lake Tahoe in the ACC Championship (8:41).
The Congressional hearings over the PGA/LIV merger produced new revelations about the early negotiations, including memberships to Augusta and team ownership and playing commitments from the GOAT (11:09).
The Open Championship wraps up the major season at Royal Liverpool this weekend, and many players are in peak form as the golfing world descends on Hoylake (13:57).
In Tuned In, Michael was watching the upsets and new champions at Wimbledon, while Alex was wondering which of the summer's biggest Blockbuster's would be worth it (17:32).
This week's guest is Alissa Kacar, better known as New Lady Golfer on social media. Alissa shares updates to her golf game, breaking 80 for the first time, and shares important Ireland travel and golf tips with Alex as the guys prepare for their trip next week (21:51).
Alex went down the wormhole this weekend, finding himself enamored with XIAOMA and Chess Grand Masters (51:53).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's a review of Outback Steakhouse for Alex, Savannah's world renowned The Olde Pink House for Michael, and expectant airplane food (53:14).

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The women showed off at Pebble Beach, the men went low at TP Deere Run, everyone flocks to Threads, and Elizabeth Diane Veith gives us some golf travel tips. Hosted, as always, by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The guys went low at the John Deere Classic, where Straka was on track for a 58 (1:51).
The women went to Pebble Beach for the US Women's Open, and did not disappoint, with a new LPGA winner claiming the major championship (3:55).
The DP World Tour was in Denmark were a pain of twins looked awfully good over the weekend (6:36).
LIV Golf was in London, where Cam Smith looked good as he looks to defend at The Open, but the fireworks came from Brooks Koepka's comments about teammate Matthew Wolff (7:30).
The PGA TOUR has a double feature week, but the eyes are all at the Genesis Scottish Open (10:57).
The Barbasol Championship will produce one more entrant to The Open Championship, so don't sleep on this tournament this weekend for drama (13:20).
In Tuned In, Michael is going hard into the new Threads app, and Alex has already binged season 2 of The Bear (14:19).
This week's guest is Elizabeth Diane Veith, who returns to the podcast to share her favorite California courses, and give Alex some important travel tips to use as he prepares for a trip to Ireland (17:52).
All eyes were on Wembanyama-mania as the NBA Summer League got started in Las Vegas (49:42).
Baseball is in the All-Star break, and Alex and Michael share thoughts on their teams first halves (50:44).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about McDonald's catering weddings, and if Austin, TX has an authentic Irish pub (52:30).

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Rickie Fowler returns to form, Bernhard Langer wins again, and Reggie Duvalsaint tells us what it's like working at almost every MLB and NFL stadium. Hosted, as always, by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Rickie Fowler lets out a sigh of relief after finally returning to the winner's circle at the Rocket Mortgage, giving Alex his second consecutive winner and 8th of the year (1:55).
Bernhard Langer took his 46th Champions Tour win this weekend, becoming the winningest played in Champions Tour history, and claiming his second US Senior Open (7:03).
The LPGA is headed to Pebble Beach for the US Women's Open, and Alex shares his top pick after looking through the odds (9:19).
The PGA TOUR heads to TPC Deere Run for the typically quiet field at the John Deere Classic (10:47).
In Tuned In, Michael found a new HGTV show that showcases the ugliest homes in America, and Alex gives his review of the new Jennifer Lawrence movie No Hard Feelings (12:26).
As the guys get read for their trip to Ireland, Alex asks is Michael is ready for all the different things they'll encounter across the pond (15:17).
This week's guest is Reggie Duvalsaint, who has set the goal of selling concessions at every MLB and NFL Stadium. He chats with Alex about how it all started, how many he has left, and who tips the best (19:01).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex quizzes Michael on an Irish food treasure, while Michael wants to know where Alex keeps his ketchup (36:08).

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A New England native wins its only PGA TOUR event, the guys announce an exciting golf trip for July, and golf course architect Tripp Davis shares the ins and outs of designing a course. Hosted, as always, but Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Keagan Bradley coasts to victory at The Travelers, winning in his native New England, as Scheffler and McIlroy continue their Top 10 performances (1:54).
The KMPG Women's PGA Championship featured Sunday fireworks as Ruoning Yin becomes the second Chinese woman to win a LPGA major (6:35).
The guys are beyond excited as they prepare to head to Dublin for a week of golf at the end of July, thanks to Tourism Ireland (8:04).
The PGA TOUR heads to Detroit for the Rocket Mortgage Classic, a quiet event that sometimes results in a new PGA TOUR winner (11:59).
In Tuned In, Michael caught the new Wes Anderson film Asteroid City, while Alex shares the highlights of his annual trip to Austin Comic-Con (13:49).
This week's guest is Tripp Davis, a golf course architect who chatted with Alex about the process of designing a course, what he looks for in a great course, and his passion for his alma mater Oklahoma (17:18).
The baseball world is atwitter after David Ortiz's gag gift to Derek Jeter for joining the MLB on FOX crew (53:17).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is prepping Michael for all the different Ireland eats they'll encounter in their trip (54:59).

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A new Major Champion in crowned, a look into a new sports debate app, and great food in Charleston. All on this week's podcast hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The weekend's US Open featured all the stars you'd expect, and a winner you probably didn't. Alex and Michael recap the performances from the favorites, and the seemingly unmotivated crowds at LACC (1:26).
The LPGA was in action ahead of their next major, where Ireland's Leona Maguire took a win at the Meijer LPGA Classic after finishing second the previous two years (9:06).
The PGA TOUR now heads to Connecticut for the Traveler's Championship, a designated event, which will include a lot of the star power we just saw on the West Coast (10:43).
In Tuned In, Michael is sharing his trip to the Charleston Tea Farm, while Alex is getting frustrated at every mispronouncing our alma mater, Quinnipiac (13:13).
This week's guest is Chris Salisbury, the founder and CEO of our newest partner, Livetake. Chris let's us know why he created the Livetake app, and shares some of his hot takes on the most debated sports opinions (17:36).
Alex gloats again after his Boston Red Sox sweep Michael's New York Yankees (37:08).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex enjoys the newest golf course food at the turn: pizza. Meanwhile, Michael shares his favorite dinner from his Charleston trip from the restaurant Muse (38:28).

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The golf world was shocked when the PGA TOUR and the PIF announced the merger of the men's golfing tours, and PGA TOUR golfer Dylan Wu comes on the podcast to share his insight and what happened in the player's meeting with Jay Monahan. Hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

News nobody saw coming shocked the world on Tuesday as Jay Monahan and Yassir Al-Rumayyanto announced a merging of the PGA TOUR, DP World Tour, and PIF's golf investments, including LIV Golf. Alex and Michael break down what this all means (1:41).
The RBC Canadian Open tried to overtake the news from earlier in the week, and Nick Taylor's 72 foot putt to win the Open for Canada for the first time in 69 years was awfully good (5:39).
The LPGA saw a major champion return to the winner's circle in Ashleigh Buhai (10:22).
The PGA TOUR now heads to LA Country Club for the US Open, where all the top golfers are there and the Californians may have the advantage (11:30).
In Tuned In, Michael shares a puppy update, while Alex is watching a former podcast guest and country music star take America's Got Talent by storm (14:39).
Alex chats with PGA TOUR golfer Dylan Wu, who returns to the podcast to share his feelings on the PGA & LIV merger, what it was like in the player's meeting at the RBC Canadian Open, and more. Plus, Dylan let's us know what it was liking during golf's longest day as he qualified for the US Open, and his amazing European honeymoon (17:00).
Alex gloats to Michael about the Red Sox beating the Yankees, but the AL East is so good does it even matter (43:47)?
The guy's alma mater Quinnipiac Bobcats celebrate their hockey National Championship at the White House (45:13).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is remembering Michael Jordan's flu game and the pizza that caused it, while Michael is preparing for some good food in Charleston (46:06).

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It all happened so suddenly. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell jumped to their microphones to record this Breaking News Special as the golf world learns on the PGA TOUR, DP World Tour, and PIF merger.

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Hovland wins at Jack's place, the Rose 🌹 wins in New York, and LPGA star Emma Talley highlight this week's podcast. Hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Viktor Hovland finally won somewhere other than a resort course, and may finally be getting Major ready with his playoff win at the Memorial (1:32).
After the W, Viktor didn't take a day off, as he helped out a friend during the longest day in golf (4:27).
Phil is continuing his scorched Earth approach on Twitter, as he now turns his attention to Rory McIlroy (5:24).
The LPGA has a brand new star, as this year's ANWA Champion Rose Zhang took a playoff victory at Liberty National in New York. Michael asks is Rose is the LPGA's new Tiger Woods (8:01).
The DP World Tour may have a new Rory, as a 20-year old Irishman won in Germany with a similar history to the Major Champion (11:34).
The PGA TOUR heads to the RBC Canadian Open, where Rory looks to 3-peat, but Alex thinks some Canadians may finally have a chance (12:56).
In Tuned In, Michael's wife finally gave him a chance to play the new "Zelda" game, while Alex was out-and-about including visiting a coffee beer garden (15:07).
This week's guest is Emma Talley, who Alex caught up with at the Chevron Championship. Emma shares how she landed a Hawaiian wedding during the worst possible week, and they take a deep dive into her putting (17:29).
Alex shares some exciting off-season QB updates for Michael, a tease of his RunYouPool.com article out this week (33:11).
In a new segment we're calling "Worm Hole of the Week," Alex shares how he got down the hole and landed at Vegas card counting (34:11).
As the guys #ALwaysEndWithFood, Alex and Michael share some meat adventures including Buffalo Schnitzel and a Short Rib Hot Plate with a wonderful corn bread (35:57).

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Colonial didn't disappoint, Michael meets a 3-time Oscar winner, and Alex chats with the LPGA's Lauren Stephenson. All on this week's new episode.

The Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial didn't disappoint, going to a playoff for the third year in a row. Grillo takes victory, while Michael Block loses his fan club (1:48).
The Senior Circuit was also in the DFW area for the KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship, which also needed a playoff for Steve Stricker to claim his 6th Senior Major championship (7:51).
The LPGA's Match Play event was in Las Vegas, where an international lineup was featured in the finale (9:54).
The PGA TOUR now heads to Jack's Place: Muirfield CC for The Memorial, which will include all of the Top 5 players in the World (11:38).
In Tuned In, Michael is still besides himself after meeting a 3-time Oscar Winner during his volunteer trip, and Alex is catching some behind the scenes videos on YouTube (14:43).
This week's guest is LPGA Professional Lauren Stephenson, who Alex caught up with at the Chevron Championship in April. Lauren shares what it was like growing up in the Low Country, and what it's like to be planning her wedding during the LPGA season (19:18).
While the podcast was recorded before the Boston Celtic's pivotal game 7, Michael makes Alex give some reactions with the two possible outcomes in the Eastern Conference Finals (36:02).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is wondering what's the best way to eat a hot dog, while Michael is sharing his hot take on Crumble Cookie vs Insomnia Cookie (37:24).

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The PGA Championship, an expected encounter with an Oscar-winner, and Upload star Robbie Amell on this week's CoL hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The guys recorded super early this week, but that won't stop them from guessing at all the great storylines from the PGA Championship, including skinny Bryson and colorful Viktor (1:23).
The PGA TOUR heads next to Colonial for the Charles Schwab Challenge, where guys hit five irons off par-4s (6:25).
In Tuned In, Michael shares why this episode was recorded so early, and the anticipation of meeting a 3-time Oscar winner, and Alex give us an update on his timeless song list (7:12).
This week's guest is actor Robbie Amell, known for his role in the Amazon Prime series Upload. Robbie chats with Alex about his golf game, what to expect in season 3 of the show, and the two have a deep conversation about golf in the afterlife (12:48).
Alex gives some predictions for the NBA Playoffs, as early indications show a Laker-less finals (38:04).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is marveling at the Chili's To-Go catered wedding, while Michael has discovered yellow Sriracha (38:47).

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A warm-up to a major produced a feel-good return to the winner's circle for an Aussie, plus a look ahead at the PGA Championship, and an LPGA star and former PGA Professional Champion on this week's podcast, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The AT&T Byron Nelson produced low score and the first win for Australian and former PGA Champion Jason Day since 2018 (2:05).
Oak Hill hosts the 2023 PGA Championship, where the PGA TOUR and LIV Golf clash once again for one of golf's biggest prizes. Alex and Michael share some of their favorites and sleepers to look out for during the weekend in Rochester, NY (6:59).
In Tuned In, Michael is watching his wife play the new Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom game, while Alex is compiling a list of transcendent musical hits (14:28).
Annie Park, the 2018 ShopRite LGPA Classic champion, chatted with Alex from the Chevron Championship last month, sharing what it was like to win back in 2018, her favorite Dallas food scenes, and she makes her Buccees food treat pick (19:00).
The 2022 PGA Professional Champion, Jesse Mueller, chats with Alex from the 2023 PGA Professional Championship about what it was like to win in 2022, the basketball scene at Grand Canyon University, and why he keeps his wife Jessie on the bag (37:03).
The Boston Celtics broken the curse of the Garden, all thanks to Alex (or so he says), meaning it's on to the Eastern Conference Finals (54:59).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his Italian feast for his wedding anniversary, while Michael shares his beautiful white chocolate blueberry cake he made this weekend (57:05).

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A brand new winner on the PGA TOUR in Charlotte, TV watching at 20,000ft, and the West Texas Driving Range Pro highlight this week's episode, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The Wells Fargo Championship produced a new winner in Wyndham Clark, who outplayed top players Xander Schaffle and defending Champ Max Homa to take home a multi-million dollar prize (1:52).
Alex shares what it was like watching the Wells Fargo from a massive Vegas sports book which included a wrap-around TV (4:31).
The LPGA brought back an amazing international team golf format, which Alex and Michael are begging to be brought to the PGA as well (6:21).
The TOUR heads to Texas for the AT&T Byron Nelson, where K.H. Lee looks to do a three-peat over the local guys playing before the PGA Championship (8:34).
In Tuned In, Michael caught the new John Mulaney Netflix special, Baby J, while Alex is wondering what everyone is watching when flying on a plane (10:17).
Derek Gutierrez was the host of the 2023 PGA Professional Championship at the Twin Warriors and Santa Ana Golf Clubs at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya, where Alex caught up with him about what it's like to have such a big event at his courses (14:05).
JJ Killeen, better known on Twitter as "The West Texas Driving Range Pro," chats with Alex about playing professional golf, creating a golf course from scratch, and the LIV Golf drama (24:30).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares highlights from his Vegas food vacation, while Michael laments the high costs of a burger (50:38).

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A Mexican shootout, Seinfeld Econ lessons, a bartender from paradise, and the LPGA's Bam Bam. All this week with hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Tony Finau birdie his way to victory at the Mexico Open at Vidanta, holding off a surging Jon Rahm who did surprisingly poorly in his title defense (1:59)
LIV Golf produced a repeat winner in Taylor Gooch, who will be the topic on conversation in a future interview on the pod (4:38).
The LPGA's JM EAGLE LA Championship was still ongoing at record time, but several past guests (Cheyenne Knight and Gemma Dryburg) were near the top of the leaderboard (5:35).
Alex made a trip to New Mexico for the PGA Professional Championship, held at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya's Twin Warriors and Santa Ana Golf Courses, where Alex and Michael visited last year. Alex shares updates from the course and teases some upcoming interviews (6:20).
The PGA TOUR heads to Charlotte for the Wells Fargo Championship, where Max Homa is looking to a third win at Quail Hallow (8:51).
In Tuned In, Michael is enjoying some Seinfeld economics, while Alex is being forced into partially cutting the cable cord (10:49).
Wells Adams is our first guest the week. Best known as the bartender on The Bachelor in Paradise, Alex chats with Wells to get some behind the scenes stories, plus what it was like to get Master's tickets for his birthday from wife Sarah Hyland (15:01).
Our second guest is Brittany Lincicome, one of the LPGA's biggest stars. Brittany chats with Alex from the Chevron Championship about how she prepares for a new course, what it was like to shoot under par in a PGA TOUR event, and circus of traveling around the country with her family (38:47).
The NFL Draft wrapped up last week, and while Alex isn't too happy with his Patriots, Michael's Giants had a fantastic draft (54:50).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his very adult plans for his upcoming trip to Las Vegas, including an expensive dinner at Gordon Ramsey's Hells Kitchen (56:49).

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Four different guests make an appearance on this week's CoL, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

In New Orleans, a best friend duo claim their first PGA TOUR win together at the team golf Zurich Classic (2:30).
In Australia, LIV Golf "made history" with a hole in one from that other Koepka (5:48).
Alex was all over Texas last week, including a trip to the LPGA Chevron Classic, where Lilia Vu claimed her first Major and LPGA victory (8:08).
Then Alex headed to the PGA TOUR Champions Invited Celebrity Classic, where he chatted with Tennis Pro Jack Sock and last year's celebrity champion Mardy Fish (10:28).
For his next adventure, Alex is headed back to a CoL favorite for a professional event with Major implications (17:45).
The PGA TOUR heads south for the Mexico Open at Vidanta, where it's Jon Rahm vs the field in a lopsided event (18:49).
In Tuned In, Michael is binging Ted Lasso so he can finally watch the final season, while Alex is enjoying some restored footage of 1911 New York City thanks to a TV problem (21:32).
Out first featured guest was last on the podcast just after winning her first LPGA Tour event. Gemma Dyburgh chats with Alex from the Chevron about what's happened since her victory, what her fancy toilet is like from Toto, and she chooses a Buc-ees snack to take home (24:23).
Our second guest is a Boston legend, former Red Sox and World Series Champion Kevin Millar. Kevin chats with Alex from the Invited Celebrity Classic about what it was like to win it all in 2004, and he shares a personal message to co-host and Yankees fan Michael (33:50).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is reveling in his massive Buc-ees eating week thanks to his road trips across the state of Texas (45:15).

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An incredible Sunday at Harbour Town, loving on Boston, and an NFL Draft preview on this week's podcast.

The RBC Heritage didn't disappoint as a designated event, with a Sunday showdown between Jordan "Heartbreak" Spieth, Matt "Winner" Fitzpatrick, and Patrick "Slow Play" Cantlay. Too bad Rory wasn't there (1:57).
The LPGA featured a rookie winner at the Lottee Championship, and Alex asks Michael to pronounce one player's difficult name (9:06).
Alex is prepping for his whirlwind day at the Chevron Championship, the LPGA's first major, which will include interviews with many of the LPGA's best (10:35).
The PGA TOUR heads to New Orleans for the Zurich Classic, a unique event where plays are in 2-man teams, and one team is making Michael and Alex wonder what year it is (12:46).
In Tuned In, the guys are remembering what makes Patriots Day so great in Boston, while Michael is also soaking in some funny New England themed videos and Alex is catching Air in theaters (14:49).
As the NFL Draft approaches next week, our resident expert Cole Thompson comes back to give us his predictions on what to expect across the NFL (19:33).
Boston is all-in on the Celtics and Bruins, but are Michael and Alex ready to be the bandwagon fair-weather fans they usually are? (49:43).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex made a trip to Buc-ees to get some food to give away to the LPGA player's he'll see at the Chevron, and wants Michael to guess what'll go first and what'll go last (51:51).

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A dramatic and weather filled Masters, a National Championship for our alma mater, and a returning reality TV star to the podcast, all on this week's monster CoL hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

This year's Master's included a Tiger bombshell, a PGA vs LIV Sunday showdown, and a Spaniard winning the Green Jacket, among much more (1:45).
Alex is getting ready for a fun-filled April of an LPGA Major and a loaded Champions Tour Pro-Am, all in his backyard (12:51).
The TOUR now goes to Hilton Head for the RBC Heritage, without marquee player Rory McIlroy (15:18).
In Tuned In, Michael is catching the new season of Schmigadoon! while Alex is enjoying the golf content from DJ Khaled (19:04).
This week's guest is Brittany Baldi Dull, returning to the podcast to give us updates on life with professional baseballer and now husband Ryan Dull, her growing podcast The Bos Babes, and whether she'd consider going back to reality TV (21:40).
The guys are over-the-moon after their alma mater, the Quinnipiac University Bobcats men's ice hockey team, claimed the DI National Championship with a 3-2 OT victory, giving Quinnipiac it's first ever National Championship (55:56).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is wondering which holiday has the best candy after claiming some clearance Easter candy (1:02:28).

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It's the most magical golf week of the year! Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael look ahead to The Masters and more.

The Valero Texas Open is where Cory Connors wins, and some other notable names had a good weekend (1:39).
The LPGA was in Los Angeles, and the winner was from a country just itching to have more female golfers (4:09).
The ANWA got us all ready for The Masters, as Rose Zhang continued to add to her historic Amateur career (5:16).
LIV Golf was in Orlando, where Brooks Koepka continued to play well with another win, and Alex thinks he and other LIV golfers may have a chance at Augusta (6:21).
The golfing world descends on Augusta, as The Masters has finally arrived. PGA Tour vs LIV Golf, bottom of the barrel odds un-favorites, and fun prop-bets are all covered by Alex and Michael (7:49).
In Tuned In, Michael is sharing his review of Tetris, while Alex was catching the highlights of the "Era Tour" from Taylor Swift (16:09).
In honor of The Masters, this week's guests is our resident artist, Linda Hartough, who continues to share her unique perspective of capturing some of the best images of Augusta on canvas (19:46).
Baseball is officially back, as the season kicked off, and Alex and Michael share some gut-reactions to opening weekend (43:25).
This week is the Frozen Four, and the guys are excitedly rooting on their Quinnipiac Bobcats (44:47).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares an embarrassing April Fool's joke, while Michael is ready for the major holidays coming up this week (46:46).

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Austin said goodbye to match play, March is Madness, and Dakota in Braintree from SwingJuice joins the pod. Hosted, as always, by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The WGC Dell Match Play did not disappoint, at least for the consolation match with Scottie and Rory. Sam Burns takes the W at the final Austin iteration, and the final WGC event (1:25)
Opposite Austin was the Corales Putacana Championship, where Matt Wallace took the W after a blow-up with his caddy last week (5:11).
France beats England in a sunset playoff on the LPGA as Celine Boutier becomes the winningest French golfer (6:46).
Alex recaps his amazing week at the final Dell Match Play, including his epic boat party (7:54).
The PGA Tour now heads to San Antonio for a tune-up before Augusta at the Valero Texas Open (10:13).
In Tuned In, Michael is raving about Kodo, a Japanese drumming group he saw in concert this weekend, while Alex is realizing he's becoming a gardener (12:39).
This week's guest is Steve Happas, known thoughout Boston sports radio as "Dakota in Braintree." Steve chats with Alex about how he found golf, his golf and lifestyle brand SwingJuice, and what he thinks will happen this year in Boston sports (18:01).
March is certainly mad, as the men's and women's NCAA basketball Final Fours include some major surprises (46:56).
Baseball is officially back this week as the regular season begins. Michael's all-in on his Yankees, while Alex's Red Sox look to stay out of the basement (50:34).
The guy's alma-mater Quinnipiac Bobcats Men's Ice Hockey team won it's regional in the NCAA tournament, meaning they head to the Frozen Four for the third time in their history (51:19).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, they draft their favorite potato variations in honor or this week's tater day (52:30).

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It's golf history week with our resident golf historian, plus hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look back on other goings on in the world of golf and more this past week.

The Valspar Invitational proved to be a fun week indeed, with Jordan Speith doing Jordan Speith things before Taylor Moore took the W. Plus a new "bag cam" made an appearance, and all the JTs got into an argument about whose the real JT (1:44).
LIV Golf played in Tuscon this week, and they finished off the week with a 4 man playoff that, in typical LIV fashion, nobody watched (8:02).
The TOUR heads to Austin for what could be the final WGC Dell Match Play, and Alex shares his thoughts on 7 magical years in Austin. Plus a look at the stacked event field and who may emerge from their 4-man brackets (10:53).
Opposite the Match Play will be the Corales Putacana Championship, where the grinders on TOUR play for a life-changing weekend (17:38).
In Tuned In, Michael is soaking up the final season of Star Trek: Picard, while Alex is watching the new show Lucky Hank (18:32).
Dr Bern Bernaki of the Golf Heritage Society returns to talk about some of the game's oldest golf clubs and some of it's original golf balls (21:12).
The Golf Heritage Society's Vice-President, Bill Robertson, chats with Alex about some of the game's greatest from the past, and how they mirror the game's current stars (39:05).
March Madness did not disappoint in the opening weekend of the men's basketball tournament, and Michael's off-the-cuff guess of Princeton getting a W has turned into a full Cinderella story (53:47).
The guy's alma mater Quinnipiac is starting their NCAA men's hockey tournament with a #2 seed in a nice path to Tampa Bay for the National Championship, only a few hours away from Michael (57:24).
As they guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares some breaking news about The Master's Champion Dinner, and Michael suggests his own menu for the elite meal (58:44).

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It's St Patrick's week, so we're going Irish! Oh, and Scottie Scheffler demolished the field at The Players. That and more on this week's pod, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Scottie loves the Spring with a win at The Players, but it without Jon Rahm, who had a "stomach bug" (1:41).
Alex shares his golfing round from last week that almost included a hole-in-one (11:08).
The Tour remains in Florida for The Valspar Championship, where JT, Jordan, and a few other notables look to stop Sam Burns from a three-peat (13:47).
In Tuned In, Michael is sharing how smart his puppy is, while Alex is still riding the Oscars buzz (15:55).
David Connellan from Golf Ireland chats with Alex from the PGA Show about what sets Ireland apart for golf, and what to expect on and off the course during your next trip to the Emerald Isle (20:03.
March Madness is here! Alex shares some quick takes on the bracket and his favorite to win it all (44:57).
MLB Spring Training is here, but so is NFL Free Agency, which has much more of Alex's attention (50:03).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is wondering how good the new Ranch Ice Cream is, while Michael is enjoying Hanemtashen for Purim (51:25).

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It's a double-wammy of guests this week as Ali Gilbert and Kevin Duffy come on the pod to chat about health, wellness, and how to be better humans.

The PGA TOUR's opposite field event in Puerto Rico gave opportunities to young players and journeymen to make career strides (1:42).
At the Arnold Palmer Invitational, all the big names were making moves on Sunday, but at the end of the day, a young American took his first win (3:08).
The LPGA was out in Singapore, and one of the game's best notched another victory (6:56).
The PGA TOUR announced big changes to the "designated events" for 2024. Alex and Michael wonder what differences now remain between the TOUR and LIV (7:53).
The guys stay in Florida and head to The PLAYERS Championship where defending champion, and now LIV golfer, Cam Smith, lives just down the road (16:27).
In Tuned In, Michael saw Oscar darling Tar, while Alex was soaking in non-stop Southwest Florida news during his trip to Marco Island (21:27).
Ali Gilbert, the Queen of Men's Health, chats with Alex about how she keeps men healthy, sex-driven, and ready to play the game (25:20).
Kevin Duffy chats with Alex about his takes on health and fitness for golfers, and how he manages his time between his new gym and a golf course that Alex knows very well (47:41).
Michael wants to talk about a childhood throwback, and one "Swiss" chocolate treat is losing some of its beloved imagery (1:08:51).
College conference championships are happening this weekend, and that means March Madness is literally right around the corner (1:10:14)
Alex was able to catch a Red Sox Spring Training game while in Florida, and he reports on the new rule changes and pitch clock (1:11:56).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares how he's keeping up on his diet, while Michael is making big life changes after a frightening diagnosis (1:16:04).

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A weak field, but a phenomenal finish for the Honda Classic, LIV's 2023 debut, a golf terminology quandary, and Mr. Style himself on this week's podcast.

While not a designated event, the Honda Classic delivered with a playoff finish, a 61 watch, and Alex's fourth winner of 2023 (1:48).
The LPGA was over in Asia for the Honda LPGA Thailand, where American Lilia Vu took her first tour win over a very international field (7:04).
LIV Golf kicked off their 2023 at Mayakoba, but more people were watching funny animals on the CW than their premiere on the network (8:52).
The Arnold Palmer Invitational is bringing out all the stars this weekend, but let's not forget about the grinders who will be at the Puerto Rico Open (11:02).
In Tuned In, Michael is wondering what a "pigeon" is in golf, while also watching the final season of Picard. Meanwhile, Alex is getting live airplane landing video suggestions on YouTube, while also catching Back To School with Gus Johnson (14:06).
Marty Hackel, golf's Mr. Style, chatted with Alex at January's PGA Show. Marty shares with Alex the do's and don'ts on the golf course, and the advice he game the game's greatest (19:25).
March Madness is just about upon us, and Alex is ready as the NCAA heads into conference championship weekend (38:10).
Baseball is back, with some perplexing new rules (39:15).
It's all about pizza when the guys #AlwayEndWithFood, but also what condiment they could survive on for 24 days.

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Tiger roars back, Rahm's heater continues, and country music star Mitch Rossell are all a part of this week's podcast.

Tiger returns to professional golf at the same place it almost all ended at, as Alex and Michael wonder what else is in store for one of the game's greatest (1:34).
Spaniard Jon Rahm, meanwhile, continued his heater with another win, and the top ranking in the world, as the PGA Season continues to excite (4:34).
Netflix dropped the Full Swing docuseries last week, and Alex and Michael share some takeaways from the first 5 episodes (8:43).
The ladies were in action both Europe, where number one reigns supreme, and the LPGA heads out to Thailand (16:35).
Berhard Langer tied Hale Irwin with the most wins on the PGA Champions Tour with 45 (18:09).
The PGA TOUR now heads to Florida for the Honda Classic, and a weak field (19:27).
In Tuned In, Michael is watching the new to Netflix Bake Off: The Professionals, while Alex caught a couple of Rom-Coms over the weekend (21:04).
Country Music Star Mitch Rossell chats with Alex about singing with Garth Brooks, his golf game, and his new single, "Son" (23:59).
Football season may be over, but ESPN would make you think otherwise with their coverage of the XFL (45:57).
The guy's alma mater continues to win in college hockey, but is mysteriously not the top team in the country (47:20).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex gets sloppy with a mac & cheese burger, while Michael has an adventure for his Valentine's night out (48:16).

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A new World Number One, Tiger's coming back, and a Heisman Trophy Winner on this week's new episode, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The WM Pheonix Open was the party it usually is, and Scottie Scheffler defended his title and returned to #1 in the world (1:58).
Neflix dropped the first episode of Full Swing onto YouTube, and Alex is ready with a spoiler-free report (6:02).
Michael wonders how LIV golf can get the "majority of their revenue" for 2023 from merchandise (8:12).
TIGER is BACK at the Genesis Invitational, the event that almost ended it all 2021, with a loaded field (10:01).
In Tuned In, Michael shares his journey back to the ski slopes, plus a frightening airport experience after a bomb scare, and Alex went ahead and watched Brady for 30 in theaters (13:38).
This week's guest is Danny Wuerffel, the 1996 Heisman Trophy winner while the QB for the Florida Gators. Wuerffel chats with Alex from the PGA Show floor about his life now, including his work with Desire Street and pickleball (20:38).
The NFL season wrapped up with the Super Bowl, including an unexpected bump on Rihanna and fairly good commercials (40:07).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is sharing his big Super Bowl spread, while Michael shares his Boston North End cannoli tasting results (43:40).

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In this special episode recorded LIVE on the floor of the PGA Show in Orlando, Alex Lauzon chats with some movers and shakers in the golf world.

Managing editor of The First Call, Stuart Hall, chats about what it's like managing an online golf website and newsletter (1:05).
Topgolf Las Vegas Director of Instruction Lindsay Hoskins returns to the podcast and chats about teaching golf at Topgolf and what it's like living in Sin City (15:11).
Desert Fox Golf co-founder Scott Kovesdy chats about the growth of his golf accessory brand, and his favorite Super Bowl eats (29:07).

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Homa's California dreams, Rory and Reed's Tee-Gate, the PGA Show, and Team USA's Solheim Cup Captain Stacy Lewis are all a part of this week's Course of Life, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

In California, Max Homa claimed another win, making him one of the game's elites (2:02).
At the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, tensions were high between Rory McIlory and Patrick Reed all week, including Tee-Gate, Tree-Gate, and Rory's massive birdie putt on the 72nd hold (9:15).
The PGA Show was all the talk last week, and Alex spend 48 glorious hours on the Orange County Convention Center floor talking to everyone (15:09).
The PGA Tour stays in California for the popular AT&T Pro-Am at Pebble Beach. Past guest and Train frontman Pat Monahan are getting Alex's attention for his Run Your Pool article (20:27).
In Tuned In, Michael is getting ready for a big trip back north to New Hampshire, while Alex is ready to cash in on a past viral video (21:51).
This week's guest is former world #1 golfer, two-time major champion, and now Team USA's Captain for the 2023 Solheim Cup: Stacy Lewis. Alex caught up with Stacy at the PGA Show, and they chatted about Stacy's career, her love for the PGA Show, and her hopes for Team USA in Southern Spain at the end of the year (26:04).
The NFL is now headed to the Super Bowl, and Michael is begrudgingly rooting with everyone else for the Eagles over the Chiefs (43:48).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is ready to get back into the non-diet eating world, while Michael is getting ready for pancakes and New Hampshire maple syrup (48:18).

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A heater to remember, a TV "deal," and an instagram golf favorite all on this week's episode, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Jon Rahm is having one heck of a heater as he notches another victory at the American Express (1:44).
The LPGA's season got off to a rocky start, but Brooke Henderson picked up where she left off (7:16).
The DP World Tour had some incredible Sunday drama, including a bunker save that is early contender for shot of the year (9:13).
LIV Golf got themselves a "TV deal," albeit on The CW Network, smack between reruns of One Tree Hill and Charmed (10:56).
Alex is headed to Orlando for the PGA Show, where he's gonna blast the world with content and interviews (13:33).
The PGA Tour heads to Torrey Pines for the Farmer's Insurance Open, where Alex wonders why you'd pick anyone other that Jon Rahm (15:36).
In Tuned In, Michael has joined the rest of America in watching The Last Of Us, while Alex's new guilty pleasure is a morbid Instagram trend (17:23).
Cassandra Meyer chats with Alex as this week's guest, sharing her golfing evolution to a World Long Driver and Instagram golf personality, popular fitness tips, and her very unique 19th Hole order (21:05).
The NFL Playoffs rolled through the Divisional Round, and Michael's Giants have finished up their season (50:23).
An alma mater update isn't all too good, but Michael is enjoying seeing Temple University beat Houston "for the Phillies" (55:29).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is on the diet train for another two weeks, while Michael is exploring an overflowing asian market (56:58).

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Golf in Hawaii, golf in Abu Dhabi, golf in Orlando, and an interview with a golf glove maker highlight this week's show with hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Si Woo Kim claims his fourth win on the PGA Tour at the Sony Open, where Jordan Speith stole headlines for his planned RV life (1:44).
Netflix dropped the first teaser trailer for the highly anticipated Full Swing docu-series, following top PGA and LIV golfers in 2022 (6:18).
The DP World Tour's inaugural Hero Cup did not disappoint as England/Ireland battled Continental Europe (9:05).
The LPGA Tour starts off their 2023 season in Orlando with the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions, including a full field of the game's best (10:33).
The Korn Ferry Tour's season has started, but the tournament has a funky Sunday-Wednesday timeline in the Bahamas (11:27).
The PGA Tour returns to the mainland and heads to the American Express, a tournament that hits several different courses including the iconic PGA West (12:32).
In Tuned In, Michael gives a review of Knives Out, while Alex is catching the comedy special of Andrew Santino (15:27).
Voraus Golf founder Alexander Bush chats with Alex about how the brand came to be and the importance of a good golf glove (17:48).
The NFL's Wild Card weekend did not disappoint, and Michael's Giants continue on the path to the Super Bowl (37:54).
Georgia cruised in the National Championship, and Alex shares his thoughts on whether TCU ever belonged (42:52).
The guy's alma mater Quinnipiac continues to roll, as all the teams claim Ws, the men's hockey team remains #1 in the country, and Alex sees a path to the big dance for the men's basketball team (44:38).
In #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex continues the diet, while Michael heads out to a new Mediterranean restaurant in Savannah (45:16).

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Paradise golf in Hawaii, playoff football, and Food Network personality Ali Khan all on this week's new episode, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

The PGA Tour returns with the Sentry Tournament of Champions, and delivered early year drama on Sunday (1:51).
The Tour stays in Hawaii for the Sony Open, where Alex's childhood memories stay strong (6:51).
In Tuned In, the guys were watching the drama in the House of Representatives, as well as a Wedding Crashers reunion in Eurovision and The Menu (9:25).
Alex chats with fellow Austin-ite Ali Khan, who returns to the podcast to chat about his new Food Network show, NFL Tailgate Takedown, as well as his favorite food adventures of late (14:05).
The NFL heads to the playoffs, albeit without Alex's Patriots. But Michael's Giants have a path to play TB12 if everything goes right (59:43).
When your alma mater is doing great, you give an update, so the guys share the love for their Quinnipiac Bobcats (1:02:34).
It's diets and not diets when the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood (1:04:37).

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The calendar has flipped and 2023 is here, meaning golf is back, diets are in, and more in this week's new episode, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Golf is back and we're getting ready for birdies (1:54), but first The Masters made a splash with their annual invite send-off, including to those infamous LIV golfers (3:30).
The Sentry Tournament of Champions begins the new year at Kapalua, where birdies reign supreme, but not for the World's #1 golfer (8:44).
In Tuned In, Michael got into a highly comedic podcast during his holiday roadtrip, while Alex was able to catch the second season of HBO's White Lotus (11:51).
This week's guest is Matt Shearer, a reporter for WBZ Radio in Boston, MA, who has gained fame as on Tik Tok for his creative reporting and videos. Matt chats with Alex about growing up in radio, life in Boston, and more (16:03).
In College Football, the clock struck midnight for Ohio State, while the TCU Horned Frogs roll on. Alex shares his insight in his CFB Championship pick (44:53).
The NFL nears conclusion, and Michael's Giants are in the playoffs (47:36).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about a gluttonous end to 2022, and healthy changes for 2023 (51:41).

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It's the end of the year and it's Festivus! In honor of our favorite Seinfeld holiday, we present to you our annual year in review episode! Join hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell as they begin with the Airing of Grievances (1:17), continue with the Great Feats of Strength (13:09), share their Festivus Miracle predictions for 2023 (22:06), and finish, as always, with food (28:22).

Happy Holidays from all of us at Course of Life!

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The PGA Tour season came to a close in Orlando with family all around, and Hollywood producer, director, and actor Tanner Beard returns to the podcast.

Tiger, Charlie, JT, the Daly's, and ultimately the Singh's vied for the PNC Championship crown, where family teams competed in Orlando for the PGA Tour's final event of 2022 (1:29).
Alex gives us a glimpse of what's coming in his RunYourPool.com articles this week (6:02).
In Tuned In, Michael enjoyed Savannah's holiday light display, while Alex got into some holiday movie classics (7:34).
Tanner Beard returns to the podcast to chat about I Wanna Dance With Somebody, the new biopic being released December 23 about Whitney Houston. Tanner chats with Alex about being an Executive Producer for the movie with some of his family, his White Buffalo golf apparel label, and his favorite Boston bars (11:38).
Alex's college football bowl picks are redeeming his poor showing during the regular season, and all eyes are on The Hawaii Bowl and its Christmas Eve tradition (32:50).
In the NFL, Alex's picks continue to disappoint, as did his Patriot's horrendous game ending antics (35:00).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying his time at PopStroke and Walkons, while Michael is frying food for Hanukkah (39:03).

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Team golf, Tiger's return at The Match, and one heck of a college football roadtrip headline this week's Course of Life with hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Team golf was on full display at the QBE Shootout, where rookies Sahith Theegala and Tom Hoge hoisted the trophy. LPGA star Nelly Korda put on a show as well (1:44).
The Match saw the return of Tiger Woods, playing alongside Rory McIlroy, couldn't overcome the play or the trash talk of Justin Thomas and Jordan Spieth (5:14).
The DP World Tour was down in South Africa, where all the TV cameras captured amazing wild life and yawning hippos (9:09).
Alex is perplexed at all the grinding LIV golfers playing a whole lot of extra golf to keep OWGR points, while Michael shares some tidbits from news of LIV golf's crazy assumptions when they got things started (10:23).
Tiger is back again with son Charlie in the PNC Championship, where the returning Dalys look to repeat, and JT and his dad also look to contend for the trophy (13:24).
In Tuned In, Michael got to take in a hockey game of the inaugural season of the Savannah Ghost Pirates, while Alex strolled through amazing light displays in Austin (14:46).
Ben Chase is putting together a road trip for the ages, as he hits 70 college football games all over the country (17:55).
Alex is ready for Bowl Season with his Run Your Pool picks, and shares his pick for the Bowl Game of the Week (47:31).
The NFL is rolling towards its regular season conclusion, and Michael thinks his Giants season may be over (49:09).
Baseball free agency made some big news this past week, as Michael's Yankees keep AL MVP Aaron Judge with a monster contract (51:18).
As the guys #AlawysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying a holiday milkshake, while Michael finds a new favorite burger place in Savannah (52:46).

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This week, hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell discuss Tiger's waves off the course, Hovland winning ways, Alex's poor football picks, and the LPGA's Hope Barnett comes back on the podcast.

At the Hero World Challenge, Hovland take a back-to-back title to join Tiger as the only one to do it here, while Tiger's press conference makes everyone gitty with excitement (1:36).
The DP World Tour's Australian Open included a mens, womens, and amature event all taking place at once, and it was glorious (8:41).
This weekend the PGA Tour goes to the QBE shootout, where the LPGA's Nelly Korda and Lexi Thompson join stars from the PGA Tour in this team event taking place in Naples, FL, where the LPGA's CME Championship just happened (10:09).
In Tuned In, Michael is watching the Netflix Addams' family series, "Wednesday," while Alex is watching the sequel/reboot of one of the most popular Christmas movies of all time (12:21).
Hope Barnett, a content creator for the LPGA Tour, rejoins the pod to chat about her amazing travels with the tour, and being enveloped with a parachute on the 72nd hole at the Evian Championship (15:08).
In college football, the regular season has come to an end. Alex's picks leave much to be desired, but the Bowl Season is here to redeem his chances (42:16).
In the NFL, Alex's picks weren't much better, and neither was Michael's Giant's performance this past week (46:32).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying the local farmer's market, while Michael is finally returning to a favorite Savannah restaurant with some great shrimp and grits (48:49).

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Golfer and model Karol Priscilla, Tiger's (eventual) return, Cam Smith's final 2022 victory, poor football picks, and soup dumplings sum up this week's episode with hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Cam Smith wrapped up his 2022 golfing season with a win in Australia, making us wonder if Smith is the best golfer of 2022 (1:34).
The DP World Tour was in South Africa, and a new tour member with less than five starts under his belt was able to notch a victory (5:01).
Tiger Woods is poised to return to the golf world this week (even if he postponed his return after we recorded this week's episode), and Alex believed Tiger could beat half of the field in the Hero World Challenge (9:36).
In Tuned In, Michael is still busy with the puppy, while also watching the new Netflix docu-series, "Pepsi, Where's My Jet?" Meanwhile, Alex is catching up with last week's guest's newest Hallmark movie (14:10).
This week's guest is golfer, model, and host Karol Priscilla, who chats with Alex about her love of burritos, tequila, and golfing all over the world (14:10).
Alex's Run Your Pool picks for college football continue to disappoint (kind of like Ohio State this weekend), as he risks the first losing season in some time (40:31).
In the NFL, Alex's picks aren't much better, and neither where the Thanksgiving games for Alex and Michael's favorite teams (43:12).
Michael checks in on the podcast's alma mater, the Quinnipiac Bobcats, who are seeing success on the ice and the hardwood (45:12).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is looking forward to trying out the newest coffee drinks at Dunkin' and Starbucks, while Michael was enjoying some birthday cheesecake and soup dumplings (46:39).

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As the 2022 golf season begins to wrap up, Ryan Rottman returns to the podcast to chat about OSDB.com and Christmas Hallmark movie.

The RSM Classic was cold and windy, but Canadian Adam Svensson rallied from a poor Thursday start to hoist the trophy (2:11).
The LPGA wrapped up their season in Naples, FL, where Lydia Ko capped off one incredible season (6:10).
The DP World Tour's Race to Dubai ended predictable, with Jon Rahm and Rory McIlroy hoisting trophies (10:20).
The golf world is now going quiet, but December has a couple events on the horizon (13:20).
In Tuned In, Michael is catching a new animated series on Prime, "The Legend of Vox Machina," while Alex is sharing some insight from her recent RunYourPool.com article about how to eat, chat with family, and watch sports on Thanksgiving (14:32).
Ryan Rottman, actor and business man, returns to the podcast along with his OSDB.com partner Michael Goldman to chat about the new website that combines all the info you want about your favorite athletes, and about Rottman's newest Hallmark Christmas movie (17:53).
The football world on the collegiate and professional side of the ball saw poor picks from Alex this weekend, but the big headlines were surprise blowouts, and horrible games (49:59).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, desert is on the menu as they look ahead to the Thanksgiving finale, while Michael prepares for his birthday meal on Saturday (52:59).

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It's a special double guest episode on this week's Course of Life Podcast, with hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell:

Tony Finau roll's to another victory in Houston with a "weak" field (1:48).
The LPGA is in Florida for its season finale, where Alex walked the grounds during a Monday practice session. But before teeing off during the week, Gemma Dryburgh, fresh off her win at the Toto Japan Classic Championship, chats with Alex about the whirlwind experience of winning on the LPGA Tour (3:56).
The Champions Tour wrapped up their season long Charles Schwab Cup season, and journeyman grinder Steven Alker raised the trophy (14:13).
The PGA Tour unofficially wraps up for 2022 with the RSM Classic in Sea Island, GA, and Alex shares a couple early names from his betting card (15:59).
In Tuned In, Michael is enjoying a new additional to his family, while Alex is excited for the nuptials of two past guests (17:09).
Elizabeth Diane Martin joins the podcast for the second time to chat about her work for Veterans who golf, and to give us advice on planning our 2023 golf vacation (20:52).
In the football world, Alex's picks are just "treading water," and Michael wonders why he's sugar coating a bad trend (48:31).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares some of the seafood finds he's been enjoying in southwest Florida, and the guys share their Thanksgiving menus as the holiday is fast approaching (51:54).

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Resort golf, Tiger's return to primetime, a NOLA weekend, and professional golfer Chris Wiatr headline this week's new episode with hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell.

Russell Henley wins at Mayakoba, as Alex's picks sniff the top of the leaderboard again, and past guest Taylor Montgomery continues to cash checks (1:47).
The LPGA heads to Florida is begin their season ending swing, and Alex prepares to head to the LPGA Tour Championship (4:31).
Bernhard Langer never gets old, wins for 44th time on the Champions Tour (5:40).
Tiger, Rory, JT, and Jordan will headline this year's "The Match," coming December. Will Tiger and Rory's new venture drop some new tech in the broadcast (8:45)?
The PGA heads to the Houston Open, where Scottie Scheffler looks to continue his 2022 and strong showing in Mexico. On Monday in Austin, meanwhile, Alex got to see four pros battle it out in a local chip-and-putt (10:51).
In Tuned In, Michael enjoyed a couple days in New Orleans, while Alex couldn't believe Michael Strahan's man cave on MTV Cribs (13:46).
Professional golfer Chris Wiatr chats with Alex about life on the Latin American Tour, growing up playing golf in New England, and his favorite sports memories from UCONN (17:05).
College football has a bunch of big games over the weekend, and Alex continues to have on-again off-again weeks in his picks (44:18).
In the NFL, Alex's picks where just kind of "meh," while his Pats entered the bye with a win, and Michael's Giants look to come out of the bye and have a strong second half of the season (46:35).
The Houston Astros won the World Series, and Michael is not all too happy about it (48:58).
As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Michael recaps his NOLA beignet battle, Alex enjoys another trip to Buc-ees, and the guys start thinking about Thanksgiving appetizers (49:47).

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The PGA Tour rolled through Bermuda, LIV Golf wrapped up their season, and Brandi Milloy joins the podcast for her annual holiday seasons chat. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell cover this week:

Alex's two top winning picks at the Bermuda Butterfield Championship, and how the PGA Tour should handle the fall golf calendar (1:46).
A different golfer named Jordan posts a -30 to win in Portugal (5:44).
LIV Golf wraps up the season with a team event at Doral, and literally nobody was watching... again (7:00).
The Open Championship came out and said that LIV won't be banned from the British Major, but didn't go so far as to say how they'd be able to play (10:25).
The big names return as Viktor Hovland looks to 3-peat at Mayakoba this weekend (11:52).
Michael was enjoying some ghost tours while Alex is already getting into the Christmas spirit in Tuned In (14:53).
Food, parenting, and lifestyle expert Brandi Milloy returns for the third year in a row to welcome in the holiday season, chatting butter boards, mashed potatoes, and more with Alex (17:12).
The college football world prepares for the marque game of the year as Tennessee and Georgia prepare to face-off (48:00).
In the NFL, Alex's Patriots go with his least favorite QB, while Michael's Giants take a tumble (49:12).
The World Series includes the Astros, who literally cannot stop cheating (50:56).
As they guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying a spicy halloween burger, while Michael is getting ready for a quick trip to New Orleans (53:03).

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The World's best golfer is once again Rory McIlroy, and he won again, this time at Congaree, the new home in South Carolina to the CJ Cup. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell marvel at Rory's 2022 year, when he was a model of consistency while also playing stand-in PGA Tour Commissioner (1:42).

The PGA Tour announced the entire "elevated" tournament list, adding more mainstay tournaments to a list of bigger purse championships (6:04).

The LPGA wrapped up its weekend in Korea, where Lydia Ko continued her great stretch of golf this year with another win (8:00).

LIV Golf heads to Trump Doral for its season finale, where Pat Perez's Four Aces are favorites to win the season long team prize (8:45).

The PGA Tour, meanwhile, heads to the Butterfield Bermuda Championship at Port Royal, where several past podcast guests headline the field (10:23).

In Tuned In, Michael is marveling at an incredible animatronic Halloween display in a Savannah neighborhood, while Alex went to the theaters for the critically panned "Halloween Ends" (12:25).

This week's guest is Daniela Iacobelli, widely considered the "John Daly of women's golf." Daniela chats with Alex about her many years on the LPGA and Epson Tours, her love of lighting up heaters on the course, and how she may be the only golfer who hates the off-season (15:47).

Alex's college football picks where pretty good this week, but only if you looked at his full slate, and not his Run Your Pool picks. A completely flip of his luck last week (40:24).

In the NFL, Michael's Giants are now Super Bowl contenders, while Alex's Patriots continue to have questions as to who is the started quarterback (43:20).

Major League Baseball heads to the World Series, and Michael's Yankees are woefully absent after an atrocious showing to the Astros. Alex now wonders is Aaron Judge will jump ship to the rival Mets or Red Sox (45:14).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is sharing his Halloween meal plans to avoiding eating all the candy, while Michael is trying out a new sourdough bread combination of figs, goat cheese, and honey (48:39).

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All the way over in Japan the PGA Tour raced back to 2015 as Rickie Fowler and Keagan Bradley battled it out for the ZOZO Championship. Leading after 54 holes, Rickie fell back and allowed Keagan to notch his first victory of the year after knocking at the door for awhile. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell debate whose really back: Rickie or Keagan (1:54).

The LPGA now heads to Asia after having the week off for the BMW Ladies Championship in Korea (5:40).

The Senior PGA Club Professional Championship was held this past weekend at Twin Warriors Golf Club in Santa Ana, NM, where Alex and Michael enjoyed the beautiful Sandia Mountains just a couple months ago (6:10).

The Champions Tour saw an amazing round for the ages out of Fred Couples, whose 60 propelled him to his first win in five years (7:29).

LIV Golf was in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia this past weekend, where it appeared that literally nobody turned out to watch (8:59).

The weekend the PGA Tour heads to the new home of the CJ Cup, Ridgeland, SC and Congaree Golf Club, where Rory McIlroy could claim the #1 golfer in the world crown (10:58).

In Tuned In, Michael was able to enjoy the calmness and magnificence of nature, while Alex is super excited for the newest golf biopic movie to be announced (13:07).

This week's guest is Cailyn Henderson, a newly turned pro-golfer, former Amateur Champ, and content creator known for her "Worship Wednesdays." Cailyn chats with Alex about her golf journey, being a part of the NCAA Championship broadcast team, and how faith plays an important role in her game and life (16:37).

The College Football world was rocked this past weekend, mostly in Knoxville, TN, where the victorious Volunteers carried the goalposts out of the stadium and tossed it into the Tennessee River (39:52).

On the pro side of the ball, Alex's Patriots are now knee deep in a QB controversy, while Michael's Giants just keep finding ways to win football games (42:49).

At time of recording, Michael's Yankees still had one more game to play in the MLB Postseason, but Alex is feeling it's going to be an AL World Series Champ no matter what after the top seeds fall in the NL (46:46).

Michael gives us an Quinnipiac alma-mater update, including a big weekend in North Dakota for the men's hockey team, and a big rise in the national poll (47:44).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying his Illinois trip of Italian beef, square cut pizza, and wedding food, while Michael is wondering just how many times is too many times to eat out when staying at home (48:49).

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The Las Vegas heat was too much for Patty Ice, as a rare triple bogey propelled Tom Kim to his second PGA Tour victory over Patrick Cantlay at the Shriners Children's Open. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell marvel at Kim's rise to fame, and how podcast favorite Taylor Montgomery fared in his hometown (1:39).

The LPGA Tour welcomed their 10th first-time champion in Englishwoman Jodi Ewart Shadoff, making this year one shy of the record of first-time champs (6:44).

Everyone got to learn about the quiet little MENA Tour this week as it entered a "strategic partnership" with LIV Golf, a play done to give those highly-paid players some OWGR points. In Bangkok, however, few fans seemed to show up to watch the 54 hole event (8:20).

This past weekend Alex participated in, and was a "celebrity judge" for the East Side Mini Open, where bars and pubs in Austin, TX made some unique mini-golf holes and offered up some unique grub (11:47).

The PGA Tour heads to Japan for the always exciting ZoZo Championship, which includes almost the entire Presidents Cup International Team in the field (14:30).

In Tuned In, Michael is excitedly watching the third and final season of the British comedy "Derry Girls" on Netflix, while Alex headed to the movies to catch the new rom-com "Bros" (16:35).

This week's guest is Kristin Truelove, better known on Instagram as @kristinlearnsgolf. Kristin chats with Alex about learning to play golf as she started dating a professional, what it is about golf that she loves so much, and what's going through her head during her swing (19:19).

Alex's college football picks were not up to snuff this week, as they also included two unique ties (36:53).

On the NFL side, Michael's Giants continue to find ways to win, while Alex's Patriots may now find themselves in a quarterback controversy. Meanwhile, Alex is getting all the betting angles for who Tom Brady and soon to be former wife Gisele Bundchen may be dating next (38:03).

The MLB postseason rolls on, and Alex's first round picks resulted in not a single correct advancement. Michael is now worried for his Yankees as Alex things they may get themselves a sweep in the ALDS round (43:25).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is getting in on the spaghetti pancake trend, while Michael was venturing the Savannah's 71st Greek Food Festival (45:29).

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Mackenzie Hughes got to work after being left out of the Presidents Cup, notching a playoff victory at the Sanderson Farms Championship. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell ponder what could have been if the consistent Canadian had been on the International team, and shower praise on former guest Taylor Montgomery for yet another top-10 finish (1:44).

The Ascendant LPGA also featured a playoff, and the return to the winner's circle for Englishwoman Charley Hull (6:22).

Past guest Hannah Gregg made an epic ace while playing her final round on the Women's All Pro Tour, and Alex is awfully bitter about it (7:31).

We all got a fake-out this week after Patrick Reed pulled his lawsuit against The Golf Channel, only to refile and add a whole bunch of names to the list (8:57).

Alex is getting ready for the East Side Mini Open this Saturday, including now being a "celebrity" judge for the Austin event (11:37).

The PGA Tour rolls into Las Vegas for the Shriners Children's Open, where podcast favorite and local Taylor Montgomery is poised to finish his breakout start to his PGA Tour career (13:28).

In Tuned In, Michael was bracing for Hurricane Ian that skipped over him, but was still paying close attention to a devastating storm. Alex, meanwhile, got out and saw Don't Worry Darlin, and shares his quick review of the now infamous film (14:44).

This week's guest is Carlos Benavidez, better known as Beautiful Life Golf on instagram. Carlos chats with Alex about how he helps golfers find calm on the golf course, and shares some tips on what to do to improve your mental game (18:25).

Alex's college football picks remain red hot, and he shares why everyone should be paying attention to his money making bets (44:15).

On the professional side of the ball, Alex's Patriots continue to spiral downwards, while Michael's Giants are somehow hanging on to a winning record (45:56).

Major League Baseball is headed to the Postseason, and Alex helps Michael predict the Yankees chances of winning the World Series (48:56).

College hockey season is starting to get into full swing, and the guy's alma mater, Quinnipiac, continues their winning ways in the early season (51:47).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying the tailgating classics at a Texas Longhorns game, while Michael is making the most of the weather and baking some homemade lunchbox treats (52:34).

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As has become automatic, the US team completed their rout of the Internationals in the Presidents Cup at Quail Hollow. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell marvel at the American's great performance, and wonder if the future of the Cup is bright with the new young stars who made up the International squad (1:51).

The LPGA had some fireworks of their own, including an eagle hole-out to force a playoff and a young repeat winner (7:02).

The DP World Tour got going with their Q-School, and past guest Jhared Hack is poised to join the tour that travels all around Europe and beyond (8:44).

The PGA Tour season continues in Mississippi with the Sanderson Farms Championship. While it may be a weak field, it means opportunities for the newest card-carrying members of the Tour (10:25).

In Tuned In, Michael is glued to the newest season of Great British Bake Off, while Alex is laughing his way through the newest comedy special from one of his favorites, Andrew Shulz, while also navigating the car market after a horrible week for his 10-year old auto (11:29).

This week's guest is Jeremy from the East Side Mini Open in Austin, TX. Jeremy chats with Alex about how the event came to be, its peculiar traditions, and the great food and drinks that will be available along the championship mini-golf course (14:09).

Tennis saw the exit of another "Tiger Woods" like superstar as Roger Federer tearily exited the game this past week at the Laver Cup (33:55).

In college football, Alex dominated with his picks, proving that sometimes you pick 'em good, and sometimes you don't (35:45).

On the NFL side, Alex's picks were OK, but his Patriots are leaving Alex down-and-out for the rest of the season (37:01).

Alex's woes didn't end with the Patriots, as Michael's Yankees completed a season-ending sweep of the Red Sox to round out the weekend (38:37).

Fall is truly coming in hot as ice hockey starts to heat up, including the guy's alma mater Quinnipiac whose women's team has already started the season with a clean sweep of Maine (40:05).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is still reveling in pumpkin everything, while Michael is sipping mock-tails and enjoying a rooftop bar in Savannah (41:28).

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The new PGA Tour season got started in Napa Valley, and thanks to a horrible 3-putt bogey from Danny Willet, Max Homa went back-to-back at the Fortinet Championship. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look at the drama on the 72nd green, and other notable performers including past guest Taylor Montgomery (1:43).

The LPGA may have a new young star on their hands after former All-American and Curtis Cup star Andrea Lee notched her first victory at the AmazingCre Portland Classic (6:11).

LIV Golf was in Chicago, where the headline wasn't Cam Smith's win of the 4 Aces "dynasty," but the rope that took down Bryson DeChambeau (7:30).

This week is the Presidents Cup, featuring a depleted International Team (thanks LIV!) versus a heavily favored American Team (9:26).

In Tuned In, Michael is feasting on the new "Chef's Table: Pizza" series on Netflix, while Alex is ready for the new "Dancing With the Stars" that is now streaming on Disney+ (13:50).

This week's guest is content creator Everyday Maggie. Maggie chats with Alex about creating TikToks and more in Boston, what it was like at a PGA Tour event vs a LIV event, and what she's got in store for future videos (16:12).

The WNBA Season wrapped up at the Las Vegas Aces took the championship, and Alex makes a bold prediction about head coach Becky Hammon (42:46).

College football rolled on, and Alex's picks were horrendous but the signs at College Gameday at Appalachian State made up for it (44:17).

Michael is full of confidence for his Giants to go all the way this season after a 2-0 start, while Alex's Patriots squeaked out a win and his picks looked impressive (45:52).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying all that is pumpkin spice, while Michael baked up a delicious batch of apple butter and pecan babka (48:36).

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It was a drama-filled week at Wentworth CC for the DP World Tour's BMW PGA Championship, where LIV golfers collided with the DP World Tour stars. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell recap the crazy week, which started with a kerfuffle on the putting green and ended with an Irishman lifting the trophy (1:41).

The LPGA season rolled on, and once again, the winner did something amazing en route to victory (8:12).

The PGA Tour officially wrapped up the 2021-2022 season by giving out the Player of the Year Award, and it went to none other than Scottie Scheffler (9:27).

The 2022-2023 Tour season kicks off this weekend in Napa Valley, and that means all the new guys who earned cards from the Korn Ferry Tour are making their debut (10:58).

In Tuned In, Michael is excited to support his wife in New Orleans in November for her film, and Alex is ready for the fall baking shows to take over his television (13:11).

This week's guest is Chrisie Smith, the Director of Sales, Marketing and Events at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya. After spending a weekend there, Alex and Michael fell in love with the New Mexico resort, and Chrisie shares what makes the resort so special, as well as some stories from when The Bachelor was filmed at the resort during Covid (16:35).

Football is back, and that means Michael is riding the bandwagon that comes when his team wins, and Alex is just trying not to lose his cool (34:48).

On the college side of the ball, the Sun Belt is dominating the game after the first wild week, that also almost included an upset in Texas where Alex got to enjoy the College Gameday festivities in Austin (37:26).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is going all-in on pumpkin spice, while Michael enjoyed one of the prettiest plates of french toast he's ever seen (42:18).

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The #CoLPlaycation headed to Santa Ana Pueblo, New Mexico for a two day trip to golf paradise at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell recap their trip to northern New Mexico, rounds at Twin Warriors Golf Club, horseback riding at the Tamaya Stables, and more (1:44).

The Korn Ferry Tour was in action, handing out 25 PGA Tour cards at the Korn Ferry Tour Championship, where some heroics were made by pros to earn their way to the big game (11:59).

The LPGA's Dana Open presented by Marathon gave Mexican Gaby Lopez her third career victory after a blazingly low Sunday (13:27).

LIV Golf's Boston "tournament" included a lot of "firsts" for the fledgling tour, and friend of the podcast David Button was inside the ropes for the Thursday Pro-Am (14:01).

In Tuned In, Michael is all-in on the new Lord of the Rings show on Amazon Prime, while Alex was enjoying a unique spin on the weather from a New Mexico meteorologist (19:26).

This week's guest is PGA professional Derek Gutierrez, the General Manager and Director of Golf at Santa Ana Golf Corporation. Derek chats with Michael and Alex about his journey into the game, the uniqueness of golf in northern New Mexico, and his role on the PGA of America Board of Directors (22:06).

Football season is about to get started, and Alex and Michael are ready to either be full of joy or turmoil at their team's respective season's get started (44:22).

College football officially kicked off this weekend, and Alex is already issuing a formal apology for his picks for week 1 (45:57).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, they recap the fantastic food from the Hyatt Regency Tamaya, as well as the incredible dinner they enjoyed at the Prairie Star restaurant at the Santa Ana golf course (46:51).

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The FedEx Cup concluded with the TOUR Championship, and the Rory McIlroy win also meant that host Alex Lauzon made the right bet for the third week in a row. Alex and co-host Michael Russell discuss McIlroy's impressive victory over Scottie Scheffler and McIlroy's season on and off the course (2:14).

With the end of the golf season, Alex reminds us that sometime soon Netflix will roll out the documentary that they filmed during this entire tumultuous season (7:57).

Last week began with the big announcement from the Tour, Tiger Woods, and Rory McIlroy, and their new tech-heavy, fan focused series of Monday Night Golf events (8:54).

Alex and Michael preview the fun to be had this week as they meet up at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya in New Mexico for the newest edition of the CoL Playcation (10:36).

While the PGA Tour season may be over, there still is plenty of golf this weekend including the Korn Ferry Finals, the LPGA Tour, and the DP World Tour. Good luck watching it on TV, however (13:32).

In Tuned In, Michael is getting all old and curmudgeonly when it comes to speed limits, while Alex is watching a brand new show about how to have a good time in any city (14:44).

This week's guest is Kathy Valyo, the Holey Moley Champion of season 4. Kathy chats with Alex about her intense preparation for the show, battling the elements of the California evenings, and what she plans to do with the massive $250k winner's check (18:31).

Football preseason rolls on, and Alex lets us know how awesome Las Vegas's Allegiant Stadium was from his trip this past week (39:24).

College Football season, meanwhile, is just getting started, and Alex is already coming up aces in his weekly picks (41:49).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex reviews his expensive Las Vegas food adventures, while Michael is looking forward to enjoying some New Mexico food in this week's trip (43:34).

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Patty Ice earned his name and host Alex Lauzon cashed in as Patrick Cantlay repeated at the BMW Championship, putting himself in fine position to maybe repeat again with another FedEx Cup. Alex and co-host Michael Russell look at the rest of the firepower from the weekend, and who played themselves into the TOUR Championship (2:06).

Before the golf started at Wilmington CC, Tiger Woods and the rest of the Tour's elites had a secret meeting where they discussed the game's future, including a new "tech-heavy series," which Alex and Michael wonder at what that means for the future (7:47).

Those who were absent from the secret meeting included two international stars who are rumored to be headed to LIV, and who may be absent from the International Presidents Cup Team (10:14).

As for the court battle brewing between the PGA Tour and the LIV golf stars, we're going to have a little while longer before they even enter the courtroom (11:20).

The Tour rolls into East Lake for the TOUR Championship and the finale of the FedEx Cup, which includes the wacky staggered scoring system that is going to make placing bets for the weekend a little more difficult than usual (12:45).

In Tuned In, Michael got to experience some unique cinema at the Macon Film Festival, while Alex is enjoying a Seinfeld connection on his favorite reality show, "The Bachelorette" (15:52).

This week's guest is Jim Jeselnick, the Chairman of the Golf Heritage Society. Jim chats with Alex about his love for the game, how he got into the rich history of golf, and the exciting plans in store for the GHS's Hickory Open and annual conference (19:44).

Football preseason continues, and Alex is awfully excited to be among the game's most die-hard fans as he rolls into Las Vegas this weekend for the Patriots game (41:44).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is planning out his food tour of Vegas, while Michael is not enjoying the new Coca-Cola Dreamworld flavor (44:06).

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The US Amateur made hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell very happy when they announced a Seinfeld inspired group, making the host's favorite TV show sport collide in a monumental way (2:20).

But the real news was at the WGC FedEx St Jude where Will Zalatoris finally was able to get a W, after a four hole playoff. Alex and Michael wonder if this will now open the floodgates for the 2-year PGA Tour player (4:01).

Meanwhile in the courtroom, a trio of LIV golfers tried to make their way back into the FedEx Cup Playoffs, and while they were unsuccessful, the golfing world was graced with a whole lot of interesting information about the LIV contracts (6:59).

Rumors continued to swirl as well around the next batch of golfers headed to the LIV Tour, including the world #2 golfer, Cam Smith (9:12).

Big shoutout to a CoL past guest Taylor Montgomery who was able to officially secure his PGA Tour Card (12:55).

The FedEx Cup rolls on to the BMW Championship, now in Delaware, meaning the Tour pros will all be on the same page for a brand new venue (13:44).

In Tuned In, Alex is getting in on World Chase Tag, while Michael is getting himself some fashionable new polos ahead of an exciting CoL trip to New Mexico (15:58).

This week's guest is Hailey Hunter, a sportscaster and golfer whose crazy life has led her to golf as a lefty, report from the Olympic Games in Tokyo, and work for the PGA Tour (20:15).

Football is officially back, but Alex's Patriots did not get off to a hot start thanks to Michael's Giants pulling off a shocking preseason victory (47:30).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is all set and ready for Pumpkin Spice Season to officially begin, while Michael is mixing it up with za'atar on his challah (49:33).

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It was the regular season finale at the Wyndham Championship this past weekend, and hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell lament the depressing social media blitz of bogey putts and missed opportunities to keep PGA TOUR cards. Young gun Tom Kim took the top prize, but it was Sir Nick Faldo who had all the waterworks in his final broadcast from the 18th tower (1:44).

LIV Golf made big noise this week as many of the defecting PGA Tour players sued the PGA Tour so they could play... more golf. Alex and Michael make wild predictions into what the lawsuit's outcome could be (7:03).

At Muirfield, the AIG Women's Open got four extra holes of golf and one awfully good bunker shot to give Ashleigh Buhai her first major championship (12:04).

The FedEx Cup Playoffs begin this week at the WGC FedEx St Jude, an event title rocked with irony, but a field that is vying to keep it going to claim the giant cash prize in three weeks (13:56).

In Tuned In, Michael is reading up on the history of the iconic "Seinfeld," while Alex is in tears after the news broke of the end of an iconic couple (18:15).

This week's guest is Fenti Fried Chicken, a content creator in Boston, MA, known for his funny TikToks and Boston sense of humor. Fenti chats with Alex about the inspiration for his videos, becoming famous, and how his unique name came to be (22:47).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex recaps his Boston food tour, while Michael wants to know what you get on pizza if you're not getting pepperoni (49:06).

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At this weekend's Rocket Mortgage Classic in Detroit, Tony Finau shocked the world and claimed the title of the World's Hottest Golfer, claiming his second consecutive victory. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell ate their words and ponder Finau's future chances of winning the FedEx Cup and a major (1:39).

Meanwhile at Trump Bedminster, LIV Golf made waves once again as Henrik Stenson proved why he jumped from Ryder Cup Captaincy to the Saudi backed tour, claiming victory in his first event against, as is now usual, poor performing field. Alex and Michael also share thoughts on David Feherty's new gig in the tower, and the heartbreaking announcement from Bubba Watson (5:56).

The PGA Tour announced the new 2022-2023 season schedule and purse sizes, showing that LIV is making changes on the legacy tour as payouts increase by some $5-$8 million, or more, for many events in what will be the final wrap-around golf season (11:31).

The newly minted CoL TopGolf Tour kicked off this weekend as Alex began a season of visiting different Top Golfs across the country with a trip to his local Austin driving range and watering hole (13:27).

The final regular season event kicks off in North Carolina for the Wyndham Championship as the Tour regulars jockey for position to make it into the FedEx Cup Playoffs (15:35).

In Tuned In, Michael is revisiting a classic from his childhood featuring Superman and Lois Lane, while Alex is still getting his fill of "van life" after chatting with Matt Cardis last week (17:25).

This week's guest is Gianna Gravalese, a TV, radio, and internet host from NESN, Dirty Water Media, and KISS108 in Boston. Gianna chats with Alex about her journey into Dirty Water Media, life eating and driving her way through the Boston food scene, and rubbing elbows with music's biggest stars at the annual Kiss Concert (20:43).

Alex and Michael are perplexed at the name change of the former Robby Anderson, who is stealing headlines for his new and not that different legal name (47:41).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is gearing up for a trip back up to Boston and all the food fun that comes with a trip home, while Michael is hoping Alex enjoys some of his home state's 42 ice cream shops on the New Hampshire Ice Cream Trail (49:42).

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The 3M Open in Minnesota lacked big star power, but the one of the top ranked players notched his second win in under a year as Tony Finau claimed victory. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell ponder what's in Finau's future (1:33).

The PGA Champions Tour held their Senior Open at Gleneagles, where former Open Champion Darren Clarke held off Padraig Harrington's push for a second Senior major this season (4:28).

The LPGA was in France for the Amundi Evian Championship, where Canadian Brooke Henderson claimed his second career major victory and the third woman's major of the season (5:59).

Praise is due to past guest Taylor Montgomery, who first appeared on the pod back in April of 2020, and now has locked up his PGA Tour Card for the 2023 season (8:28).

LIV Golf gears up for their third tournament this week at Bedminster, with a few new faces on the course, rumors swirling about a massive deal for Hideki Matsuyama, and the biggest splash of them all: David Feherty into the broadcast booth (9:43).

The PGA Tour now heads to Detroit for the Rocket Mortgage Classic, which includes some big names as a tune-up to the upcoming FedEx Cup Playoffs (16:19).

In Tuned In, Michael shares the fun he had at Disney World, while Alex was in baseball heaven as his Red Sox favorite David "Big Papi" Ortiz was enshrined in Cooperstown (18:54).

This week's guest is Matt Cardis, a photographer and content creator known for living in a van and playing golf all over the country. Matt shares stories from the van, his favorite golf courses, and what's in store in the future (22:48).

A childhood favorite is coming to an end, and Michael and Alex are in shock that its happening (48:11).

The NFL Training Camps are coming back, and while Michael is not excited at all, Alex cannot get enough of it (50:27).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying the restoration of his taste buds and enjoying a German bakery in Texas, while Michael got to enjoy overpriced food in Orlando (52:16).

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The 150th Open Championship at St Andrews created all the drama and stories we wanted, resulting in Cam Smith and his mullet raising the Claret Jug. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look at Smith's spectacular win over Rory McIlroy, plus everything else at The Old Course, including the other Cameron's weekend, how the guy's picks fared, and if Tiger will ever play again (1:33).

The LIV guys did surprisingly well at The Open, and more defector's are expected this week, including one Ryder Cup Captain (11:10).

On the other end of the world from The Open was the Barracuda Championship in Lake Tahoe, and Twitter sensation and past guest Mark Baldwin was able to claim some sweet diaper money (15:10).

The PGA Tour returns to just one tournament for this next week, but without any real marquee name's at the 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities (17:06).

In Tuned In, Michael is excited for the return on "What We Do In The Shadows," while Alex is on the bandwagon for the new show "Bear" (18:46).

This week's guest is a former college golfer and AccuWeater Network meteorologist Kristina Shalhoup. Kristina chats about her journey to predicting the weather on TV, growing up in New England, and her golf game (21:02).

As baseball heads into the All Star Break, the Yankees put down a pounding on the Red Sox, continuing to make big statements on just how good they are (46:31).

In #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares breaking news in his taste buds, while Michael is excited for a week of eating in the Disney parks (47:41).

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It was another W for golf's hottest star this weekend as Xander Schauffele notched his second victory in 3 weeks. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell wonder if Xander has the right stuff to keep rolling at this week's Open Championship (1:40).

Across the US at Lake Tahoe, some past guests, and other top golf influencers, got together for the Topgolf Creator Retreat (6:08).

All eyes focus on St Andrews this weekend for the 150th Open Championship. Alex and Michael who will be named Champion Golfer of the Year, plus which LIV defector has the best chance at claiming the Claret Jug (7:20).

Stateside, the alternate PGA Tour event is the Barracuda Championship, or as golf twitter calls it, Mark Baldwin week (11:14).

The Book Club wraps up the latest pick with the final three chapters of Alan Shipnuck's "Phil," including the earth-shattering breakup of Phil and Bones, the amazing PGA Championship victory, and the surprising jump to LIV (12:28).

In Tuned In, Alex was geeking out at Austin Comic Con, while Michael was vicariously watching the rebooted "Sailor Moon" (23:27).

This week's guest is Dr Bern Bernacki. The President of the Golf Heritage Society returns to the podcast to chat with Alex about the Society's newest initiatives, their inclusion efforts, and what's so great about the Open Championship (27:13).

Alex and Michael trade barbs as the Red Sox steal one away from the Yankees, who are still a whole lotta games up in the AL East (50:35).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is having an epic 19th Hole experience, while Michael is enjoying trying out shishito peppers (52:19).

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The PGA Tour had a sleepy week at the John Deere Classic, but that won't stop hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell from admiring JT Poston's wire-to-wire victory at TPC Deere Run (1:46).

The LIV Tour made their debut in the US this weekend, and all the star power they had bought were on display, except for the winner. Alex and Michael check out the increasing difficulty in hiding the fact that it's all about the money, and that the DP World Tour almost joined forces with LIV (3:40).

This week's stateside PGA Tour Event is the Barbasol Championship, but all eyes are on the Genesis Scottish Open as the top players in the world get ready for next week's Open Championship (11:08).

The Book Club rolls on with Alan Shipnuck's "Phil," including a look at Mickelson's 2013 Open Championship, Phil's impact on the Ryder Cup, and insider trading scandals (14:15).

In Tuned In, Michael finally got to watch the classic rom-com "Notting Hill," while Alex is catching the Hulu series "Dropout" (22:39).

Returning to the podcast is golf landscape artist Linda Hartough. Linda chats with Alex about painting St Andrews, Augusta, Pebble Beach, and more, plus shares an exciting contest she's doing on her website, Hartough.com (25:13).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is admiring Joey Chestnut's hotdog eating prowess once again, while Michael is enjoying some comforting diner food (48:06).

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The PGA Tour stayed in New England for the Travelers Championship, where Xander kept it together to notch a victory in Connecticut. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look at his win, Theegala's 72nd hole collapse, and an amateur's surprisingly good week (1:49).

The LIV Tour heats up again this week in Portland, and that dirty oil money keeps buying golfers to jump ship, including Brooks Koepka, but also forces the PGA Tour to change up their own schedule (5:02).

The KPMG US Women's PGA Championship electrified the DC area this weekend at Congressional, where a surging Lexi Thompson wasn't able to overcome her own short game to beat In Gee Chun (11:47).

Across the country at LA Country Club, Irishman Padraig Harrington won the US Senior Open in his first attempt, becoming the third golfer in a row to win in their debut at the major championship (13:46).

This week's John Deere Classic event is a bit of a snooze-fest ahead of the Open Championship, but you can always watch the Scottish Open instead on a major US network all weekend (15:26).

The CoL Book Club continues with Alan Shipnick's "Phil," and the guys are knee deep in the emotional story of Phil's 2010 Master's victory, and Phil's growing gambling problems on and off the course (17:07).

In Tuned In, the guys head to the movies and give us their reviews. Alex finally caught the new Tom Cruise blockbuster "Top Gun 2," while Michael got to see The King in "Elvis" (27:11).

This week's guest is a professional golfer from Australia, known best in the states for beating Tiger Woods twice in the annual match play tournament, Nick O'Hern. Nick chats with Alex about growing up "down-under," beating Tiger, his new book "Tour Mentality," and being a part of the new D3 Golf App (31:28).

It's almost July, and Alex's Red Sox are surprisingly surging in the AL East, but they still have a long way to go to catch Michael's Yankees (1:00:37).

The Stanley Cup was finally given out, and included on the Colorado Avalanche is a fellow Quinnipiac alum, Devon Toews (1:01:38).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is getting all greasy with his favorite hangover food, while Michael is making babka with Oreos (1:02:29).

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It was a US Open to remember, and hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell break down the historic Matthew Fitzpatrick win at The Country Club. Plus a look at the other super-powered firepower on display in Brookline, and Michael's missed opportunity at winning twice in a row (1:45).

The LIV defectors, meanwhile, embarrassed themselves with a horrendous showing at the USGA's major championship (7:53).

The LPGA, not to be outdone, put up a star-studded leaderboard at the Meijer LPGA Classic and a two hole playoff with some of the game's absolute best (9:47).

The PGA Tour stays in New England for The Travelers Championship, where last year we got an epic 8-hole playoff (11:05).

As we all continue reading Alan Shipnuck's "Phil: The Rip Roading (and Unauthorized!) Biography of Golf's Most Colorful Superstar," Alex and Michael share their thoughts on Phil's major championship breakthrough, betting problems, and image control overload (12:49).

In Tuned In, Michael is sharing his amazing kayaking trip in the swamps of Savannah, while Alex is enjoying the newest Austin music venue (20:53).

This week's guest is trick shot artist extraordinaire Coach Rusty, who chats with Alex about his love for the game, playing the 16th at the Waste Management Phoenix Open, and his massive Coach's Creation Station (23:50).

Alex's Boston Celtics faltered in the NBA Finals, and Michael asks who's better: Steph Curry or LeBron James (51:40).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is sharing one of the most bizarre golf course food options, while Michael is enjoying a delicious cake (53:24).

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The PGA TOUR took over Canada this weekend, and the headlines were Rory, JT, and Tony Finau, who played together Sunday for one of the most exciting finishes this year. And as hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell share, it came at just the right time (2:04).

Across the pond, the LIV Tour burst into reality as they hosted their first "tournament" outside of London. Alex and Michael wonder at the spectacle, and wonder about its relevance (4:09).

The ladies represented big time on the DP World Tour, where the Scandinavian Mixed featured both men and women, and the winner, by 9 shots, was Linn Grant (10:38).

Stateside, American Brittany Lincicome played to a T-6 on the LPGA Tour while being 28 weeks pregnant (11:47).

This week, attention turns to Brookline, MA and The Country Club for the US Open. Wonky New England golf will take over the usual "Toughest Test in Golf," while the LIV "stars" make their return to the states. Phil Mickelson's Monday press conference highlights what may be to come for the PGA TOUR defectors (12:38).

As the CoL Book Club continues, Alex and Michael recap chapters 6-8 of Alan Shipnuck's "Phil," where we learn about the union of Phil and his caddy Bones, Tiger Woods's explosion onto the golf scene, and Phil's label of "Best Golfer to Never Win A Major" (17:15).

In Tuned In, Michael celebrated love at a weekend wedding, while Alex was rocking out with the LIV Tour's apres golf concert series (22:35).

This week's first guest is a professional golfer who qualified for his first US Open. Sean Jacklin shares his golf story, his plans for this weekend in Brookline, and what it's like playing in a tournament his father, Tony Jacklin, won in 1970 (26:28).

Another US Open qualified and past guest, Taylor Montgomery, also joins the pod to chat about whats been going on in his golfing world since last joining, including earning his Korn Ferry Tour card, and qualified to play in his second US Open (44:53).

Boston keeps things rolling this week, but having the US Open and Game 6 of the NBA Playoffs, in which Alex has high hopes the Celtics will take the series to a pivotal Game 7 (56:27).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex has a new favorite at The Cheesecake Factory, while Michael is snacking on some Old Bay Goldfish (57:15).

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What a week in golf we had! On the PGA Tour, handshakes were given out by Jack Nicklaus, and the Memorial crowned its new champion in commanding fashion. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell comment on Billy Horschel's win, and take a look at how their picks fared in the annual pilgrimage to Jack's Place (1:56).

The LPGA had a big weekend at the US Open at Pine Needles, where Minjee Lee claimed her second major of her career, also winning in commanding fashion, and taking home a record payday (6:27).

The LIV Tour dropped big news last week, and did it again on Monday. Alex and Michael look at the field for London, the price of tickets, and the apres golf concert series being put on by the new golf league (8:14).

The PGA Tour heads up North for the RBC Canadian Open, which while fielding a full list of the world's best, may really just be a tune up for the US Open in a couple weeks (17:22).

As the Course of Life Book Club continues, the guys dive into chapters 2-5 of Phil: The Rip-Roaring (and Unauthorized!) Biography of Golf's Most Colorful Superstar. Gambling on the course, winning college championships, and being cocky about it all is what dominated the early chapters of Alan Shipnuck's new page-turner (19:44).

In Tuned In, Michael finally got to watch the highly-anticipated and critically-acclaimed The Batman, and provides a quick review of the superhero film, while Alex is looking forward to being a viral superstar (24:22).

This week's guest is Scott Mulligan, a singer, songwriter, performer, and actor who shares with Alex stories of going to college in Boston, performing in Disney's Tarzan in Las Vegas, and the joys of his new residency in Los Angeles. Plus, Scott gives an acoustic performance of an unreleased song just for our listeners (27:30).

A quick check on Alex's Boston Celtics shows that he doesn't have a whole lot of faith in their chances to win the NBA Finals, but he hasn't exactly given up hope (54:30).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex challenges Michael to pick their top 3 summer cool down drinks as Alex's Austin, TX hits triple digit heat all week. Michael, meanwhile, is sharing a new restaurant with phenomenal ramen (55:36).

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The LIV Tour finally made it official, finally announcing the majority of the field for their premiere event in London. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell jumped back behind the mics to record their first thoughts on the Dustin Johnson led field, the ridiculous money being thrown around just to appear, and the whether this field makes it a "must watch" event.

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The Charles Schwab Challenge ended in a playoff featuring the two hottest golfers on Tour, and Sam Burns beat good friend Scottie Scheffler to claim another win on his 2022 season. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell check in on Burns' performance, and Alex wonders if a personal appointment kept Scheffler from the winner's circle (1:42).

The LIV Tour was supposed to finally drop names for it's upcoming tournament in London, but instead has once again put off naming names. Michael wonders if the Saudi-backed tour will ever take flight (6:20).

The PGA Champions Tour, 50 year old Kiwi Steven Alker is making a claim as being the hottest golfer out there, as he carded a final round 63 to claim the KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship (8:11).

In Las Vegas, the Bank of Hope Match Play saw a former major-winner notch her ticket to the LPGA's US Open as Eun-Hee Ji took down the bracket. And now attention turns to the Women's US Open at Pine Needles and its $10 million purse (9:16).

The Match returns this week, and it totally snuck up on Alex and Michael, as it featured no professional golfers, in favor instead of a bunch of bored NFL quarterbacks (11:48).

The PGA Tour heads to Jack's place for the Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village, and as usual, it's a completely loaded field (14:30).

The Course of Life Book Club is back! Join in as the guys read "Phil: The Rip-Roaring (and Unauthorized!) Biography of Golf's Most Colorful Superstar)" by Alan Shipnuck. After reviewing chapter one and everyone's favorite "Phil Mickelson story," the guys will dive into chapters 2-4 for next week (15:45).

In Tuned In, Michael returned to the movie theatre to catch the phenomenal multiverse flick, "Everything Everywhere All At Once," while Alex is all in on the hyper for "Top Gun: Maverick" (18:44).

This week's guest is Jay Card III, a pro on the Korn Ferry Tour, who shares with Alex stories about his time singing all over the world, winning a Monday Qualifier, and his favorite lucky shirt (22:04).

The NBA Playoffs head to the finals as the guys' hometown Boston Celtics will take on the defending champions in the Golden State Warriors (49:33).

In baseball, the Boston Red Sox seem to be on a bit of a hot streak, but Michael's New York Yankees are still far-and-away the best team in the American League (51:14).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying the simple Memorial Day BBQ, while Michael is putting bacon into his bread (52:45).

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A windy weekend led to a playoff and a repeat winner at Justin Thomas claimed this weekend's PGA Championship at Southern Hills. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look at JT's big Sunday, Mito Pereira's disappointing final hole, and Will Zalatoris's impressive showing (1:27).

Besides the raising of the Wanamaker Trophy, there were plenty of other storylines from the weekend in Tulsa, including the pros complaining about the course playing hard, balls hitting heads, Joe Buck's "return" to golf, Scheffler's poor showing, Tiger's roller-coaster weekend, and Phil's absence (5:53).

The PGA Tour rolls onto the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial, where Alex expects one of the many Texas locals to claim the top prize (18:06).

In Tuned In, Michael finally watched Spider Man: No Way Home and shares his review of the latest Spidey flick, while Alex is watching Foul Ball Guy Zach Hample on YouTube (19:37).

This week's guests are the founders of Mullie Golf, an innovative app that allows golfers to find, buy, and sell vintage golf gear. Michael Zerah and Steve Moskowitz share their love of golf, their passion for vintage golf gear, and why they created the new golf marketplace (22:35).

Alex is praying the Celtics claim the NBA's Eastern Conference Finals after a poor start to the Heat (50:02).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex questions his sanity with frozen pizza, while Michael is a hero (50:48).

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The AT&T Byron Nelson was a complete and utter birdie fest, as rounds in the low 60s took hole all weekend. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look at the PGA Championship tune-up in McKinney, Texas, and the repeat win from K.H. Lee (1:50).

Across the Atlantic, the DP World Tour included an amazing feat from a 14 year old, who has his eyes on winning everything golf has to offer (5:01).

While a young gun shows off his game, Michael reclaimed a victory over Alex in their third D3 Golf App match (6:27).

Absent from this week's PGA Championship will be Phil Mickelson, whose uncertain future continues to be marred by his connection to the LIV Golf Tour and that dirty Saudi oil money, which almost made its way to Jack Nicklaus (8:31).

Quietly making waves at Southern Hills in Tiger Woods, who appears to be playing nothing but the majors as he slowly makes his return to the PGA Tour (13:39).

There's a lot of good players who may have chances to win the season's second major, but Michael suggests keeping an eye on those who have the best form coming into the PGA Championship when you put a dollar down this weekend (14:57).

In Tuned In, Alex is revisiting his favorite MTV moments on YouTube, while Michael is also revisiting his childhood music with Shaggy (17:52).

This week's guest is Alissa Kacar, @NewLadyGolfer on Instagram, who also is a Golf Life TV host and the event host of the annual Farmer's Insurance Open at Torrey Pines. Alissa chats with Alex about playing golf in California, and the joys of learning the game over the past couple years (20:56).

Alex and Michael are on the Boston Celtics bandwagon, since they are typical Boston sports fans, and Michael is ready to figure out who will win the NBA Playoffs thanks to the Lisa Simpson method (44:29).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying the food bonanza that comes with a wedding anniversary, while Michael is all-in on summer grilling season (46:40).

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Max Homa, that guy from twitter who just happens to be a PGA Tour Pro, became a repeat winner at the Wells Fargo Championship, where sleeping with the lead didn't work out well for the guys. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look at the now 4-time champ Homa, and how some of the other pros fared at TPC Potomac (1:36).

Overheard during the week was Sergio Garcia, getting very upset about his apparent remaining time on the PGA Tour, perhaps before bolting to the LIV Tour (5:47).

With a week to go before the PGA Championship, 7 of the World's top 15 are in the field for the AT&T Byron Nelson, making for a fun weekend in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex (8:52).

In Tuned In, Michael is, arguably, being a bad husband as he watches his wife paint the house, while Alex is still fuming at the Spring Baking Championship as the season comes to a close (10:50).

This week's guest is Pat Monahan, the lead singer of the multi-GRAMMY and Billboard Award-winning band Train. Pat chats with Alex about Train's music and new album, AM Gold (out May 20), how golf influenced one of his songs, and shares stories from playing in the AT&T Pro-Am at Pebble Beach and forging friendships with PGA Tour champions like Jason Day (13:48).

Alex shares his pessimistic views on the Celtics chances against the defending champion Bucks in the NBA Playoffs, but Michael holds out hope (40:25).

As Alex and Michael #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex heads to the midwest staple Culver's, while Michael dives head first into baking in a more permanent setting (41:17).

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A weak field allowed Jon Rahm to cruise to victory at the new-to-the-PGA-Tour Mexico Open at Vidanta, where Alex and Michael's picks couldn't keep up with Rahm's consistent play (1:48).

Lydia Ko injected some much needed honesty in women's sports when she openly and casually discussed what happens to her body during her period (5:02).

As the PGA Championship is only a few weeks away, Tiger Woods heads to Southern Hills to check out the course, and Alex wonders if the stalker-like coverage is over the top, while Michael wonders if Tiger is getting preferential treatment ahead of the season's second major (6:56).

This weekend's PGA Tour stop is a familiar tournament but a temporary venue, as The Wells Fargo Championship heads to TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm, where a more exciting field is anchored by Rory McIlroy (9:12).

In Tuned In, Michael is learning all about Julia Child in the new HBO Max series Julia, while Alex is ready as the final season of Better Call Saul comes out (at last!) (11:56).

This week's guest is legendary sports broadcaster Joe Tessitore, known for calling games on ABC and ESPN for college football, the blow-by-blows for boxing, and sitting alongside Rob Riggle as part of ABC's Holey Moley broadcast team. Alex chats with Joe about the new season of Holey Moley, working alongside Kermit the Frog, and what was the loudest sporting event he's ever worked at (13:55).

Alex and Michael make quick work of the other major sporting news, including the NBA Playoffs, NFL Draft, and the young MLB season (40:19).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying a new chicken sandwich at Texas institution Whataburger, while Michael is digging into the first watermelon of the season (43:28).

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It was a week with alligators and a golf clinic as Xander Shauffele and Patrick Cantlay roll to victory at the Zurich Classic. Co-host Alex Lauzon celebrates his victory, while Michael wonders why we can't have a joint PGA/LPGA team event (1:36).

The LPGA put on a show in Hollywood as Nasa Hataoka wins at Wilshire Country Club by five strokes (5:29).

The Champions Tour is sometimes a place for players to have a second life as a golfer, and Scott Parel is doing just that as he notched his fourth career victory at the ClubCorp Classic (6:59).

Names are finally coming out for the LIV Classic, and so far, they aren't that much to be excited about (8:29).

The PGA Tour heads to a new tournament this weekend in Mexico, and Alex isn't about to make this field look better than it is (11:08).

In Tuned In, Michael is getting his relaxing and supportive vibes from the pottery cousin of Great British Bake Off, while Alex is awfully upset with the Food Network's latest decision on Spring Baking Championship (13:11).

This week's featured guest is yet another Holey Moley contestant, Gerard Dyson, aka Sgt. Swag. Gerard talks about his time on the mini golf course, his time in the military and playing golf, and enjoying watching the pros play in Atlanta (17:04).

The basketball playoffs are in full swing, and Alex and Michael are on the Celtic bandwagon (38:01)!

This weekend in the NFL Draft, so resident football expert Cole Thompson joins Alex for our annual draft preview (39:16).

As we #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying a coconut donut while Michael is baking up more delicious babka flavors (58:48).

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It was an Easter Sunday finish at the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town, and for the second Easter in a row, Jordan Spieth took the win. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell wonder about Spieth's chances next Easter Sunday, recap the rest of the field, and find themselves frustrated at golf's weird rules (1:35).

The LPGA moved the Lotte Championship forward to not end on Easter, and Alex and Michael wonder if this is what the LPGA should do from now on (8:25).

The Match is back! But it's missing something rather important: a professional golfer (9:51).

Team golf and walkup music return to New Orleans for the Zurich Classic, where star power comes in pairs (12:06).

In Tuned In, Michael gets his fill of Supernatural thanks to his wife, while Alex is excited after a fast start for his Austin FC soccer club (14:05).

This week's guests are Tom Loftus and Pat Sheridan. Tom, half of A Couple of Putts and a former contestant on ABC's Holey Moley, and Pat, half of The Putting Penguin and also a former content on Holey Moley, have teamed up to create the American Mini Golf Alliance. They chat with Alex about all things miniature golf, including why now may be the most exciting time for the game (16:27).

Baseball season rolls on, but Michael and Alex can't comprehend why a perfect outing isn't allowed to be completed this early in the season (53:12).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying his Easter Dinner for two, while Michael is celebrating Passover with homemade matzah (55:23).

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What a Masters weekend it was! Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look at Scottie Scheffler's historic win at Augusta National and his chances to continue on this incredible run throughout the season. Plus, a look at Tiger's triumphant return to professional golf, and what we should expect now that he's back on the PGA Tour (1:57).

On the fashion side of The Masters, Michael shares his least favorite looks from the pros out on the course during the season's first major (12:09).

Alex gives us a behind the scenes look at his (half) day at Augusta National, breaking down everything as a first time patron at one of the most hallowed courses in golf (16:25).

The Tour now heads to the coast for the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town on Hilton Head Island, the only venue that could possibly follow up the majesty that is Augusta National (32:50).

In Tuned In, Michael is checking out the new HBO MAX series Tokyo Vice, while Alex is checking out with a little break to Marco Island, FL (34:23).

This week's guest is Tadd Fujikawa, perhaps best known as the youngest golfer to qualify for the US Open, and to make a cut on a PGA Tour event. Tadd talks about his time on Tour, being the first openly gay male golfer, and his new life in Pickleball at Sea Island Resort in Georgia (36:29).

Baseball kicked off its season on Thursday, and Michael is already able to rib Alex and his Red Sox after the Yankees took the opening series (1:00:39).

Meanwhile, the NBA begins its extra long playoff season (1:13:12).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares just how special it was to feast at Augusta National, while Michael is feasting on s'mores babka with homemade marshmallows (1:14:58).

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This weekend was the last chance to get into The Masters, and J.J. Spaun punched his ticket at the Valero Texas Open with his first PGA Tour victory in his 147th start ().

Meanwhile the Korn Ferry Tour was in Savannah for the Club Car Championship, and Michael was there for T.J. Vogel's first win on Tour and shares some stories from behind the scenes ().

What we're all excited about is this week's Masters Tournament. All eyes are on Augusta as Tiger Woods makes a potential comeback (we've recorded before his announcement), and Alex and Michael look at the field and who may have the best chance to don a Green Jacket ().

Alex, meanwhile, will have been on course for the practice rounds on Tuesday. Hear what he plans were going to be before he headed out to some of the most hallowed fairways in golf ().

In Tuned In, Michael has returned to the comfort of some funny TV doctors, while Alex is remembering what it was like to dream of turning pro thanks to his new series ().

This week's guest is Fred Evanko, founder of Links Drinks, transfusion cocktails in a can for the course. Fred chats with Alex about how he fell in love with the popular course cocktail, the company's plans for expansion, and the heartbreaking story behind the company ().

March Madness may not be over, but it wasn't without one final knife in the back to Coach K ().

In #AlwaysEndWithFood, Michael shares his new challah buns, while Alex is contemplating how much food he'll be eating at Augusta ().

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History was made in Austin as Scottie Scheffler picked up his third win in 43 days and is now the #1 ranked golfer in the world. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell ponder if Sheffler will add a major to his win total this year, and Alex breaks down everything he saw behind the scenes at the WGC Dell Match Play (1:47).

The LPGA had their last tune-up ahead of this weekend's first major, and it resulted in Atthaya Thitikul winning on the second playoff hole (9:50).

Tiger Woods is monopolizing the headlines as he is spotted out on the course again and is planning a trip to Augusta ahead of next week's Masters. Will he be playing? Alex and Michael give their best guesses (11:44).

This weekend, Michael will be volunteering at the Korn Ferry's Club Car Championship, and is ready to give a full account from his vantage point on the par 3 12th (14:59).

The PGA Tour stays in Texas for the Valero Texas Open, and this typically quiet tournament will include big names this year, like Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau (16:30).

In Tuned In, it's all about the slap heard 'round the world at the Oscars from Will Smith, but that didn't stop Alex from still enjoying some sinful YouTube rabbit holes (18:07).

This week's guest is Hagan Parkman, an Army Reservist and communication specialist for the Korn Ferry Tour, shares her love of the game, her time in the reserves, and how she got to be on The Amazing Race with her mom (22:52).

March Madness took a sad turn this weekend as the Saint Peter's Peacocks couldn't keep it going, but that won't stop Michael from looking forward to Coach K's potentially embarrassing finale (50:01).

As the guys end with #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his love of buffets, while Michael ponders who has the best fast food burger (54:21).

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The weekend at Innisbrook resulted in a playoff and a repeat winner for the Valspar Championship. But hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell are most interested in the questionable fashion choice for one of the big stars who played the weekend (1:48).

A week late (and maybe a penny short?) was the official announcement for the LIV Golf Invitational series, featuring courses all around the world. But Alex really wants to know: who's playing (6:17)?

On the Ladies European Tour, American Kelly Whaley recorded an incredible 8 birdies in a row, proving once again that the ladies are just as exciting as the men (10:48).

The past week allowed Alex and Michael to play another D3 match from their respective corners of the world, and it sounds like they're going to need a rubber match to decide who's the best (12:31).

This weekend is a double dose of golf action, with the Corales Putacana Championship and the always exciting WGC Dell Match Play. Alex gives us a look at what to expect as he hits the course as a volunteer once again in Austin (13:54).

In Tuned In, Michael is excited for new Mario Kart courses hitting the Switch, while Alex is keeping his eyes on the weather in central Texas (19:05).

This week's guest is a returning favorite, golf influencer Mei Brennan. Mei chats with Alex about how her internet pretense has exploded in the past two years since her last appearance on the podcast, and shares the creepiest asks in her DMs (22:12).

Tom Brady's retirement was short, and he's teasing everyone with who he's not posting workout videos with, especially those Patriot fans (46:41).

The Madness is real in March, and everyone's brackets are busted, but Michael is all in on Saint Peters (48:34).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his obsession with Cheesecake Factory, and Michael attempts to recreate a childhood favorite (52:58).

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It was a wet and wild weekend at TPC Sawgrass. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look at the long PLAYERS Championship weekend and the impressive win from Australian Cam Smith (1:52).

The PLAYERS week was also supposed to be the biggest week of the year for the new Saudi Golf League/Premiere Golf League. So what big news did we get from Greg Norman and the new league? Spoiler alert: it wasn't much (7:28).

Tiger Woods was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame this past week as well, and Alex and Michael wonder why an athlete can get inducted into the Hall when they still may have time left out on the course (8:39).

The LPGA saw another record setting tournament weekend, as a new tournament record was set (twice!) and Denmark got to see their first LPGA victory (10:13).

This weekend's Valspar Championship on the opposite Florida coastline may end up being a little weaker than expected after the Monday finish at The PLAYERS, but that doesn't mean Alex won't let you know who to put a dollar down on (11:33).

In Tuned In, Alex is all hyped up as SXSW returns to his hometown of Austin, TX. Meanwhile, Michael is watching the new Hulu series, "Pam and Tommy," which Alex has and hasn't seen, if you know what he means (12:34).

This week's guest is PBA Tour winner Marshall Kent, who returns to the podcast to chat about his fifth PBA victory, how his game has fared since his last time on, and how his golf game has been going (15:07).

The sports world received quite a shock this week as Tom Brady ended his retirement, and Alex and Michael share opposing opinions on how Giselle is responding to her husband's return to the NFL (35:41).

As Tom Brady returns, so does Major League Baseball, and the guys are hyped for the return of our national pastime (38:30).

As March Madness looks to begin this week, Alex gives us all his 15 second brain dump on each section of the bracket (39:57).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is all set for the St Patrick's Day festivities, while Michael is cranking out little miniature babkas from his kitchen (45:31).

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It felt like a Sunday at a major this weekend as everyone but Scottie Scheffler fell away at the Arnold Palmer Invitational. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell wonder what the rest of the season holds for the white-hot Scheffler (1:49).

At the Puerto Rico Open, meanwhile, a Hollywood story played out in textbook fashion as Ryan Brehm stole the show (5:10).

Tiger Woods, meanwhile, stole any thunder Phil Mickelson had left as the PGA Tour announced the REAL winners of the PIP money (7:31).

On the LPGA Tour, the wonder never ceased as Jin Young Ko continued to put up staggering statistics in her 6th win in 10 starts (9:46).

The PGA Tour heads to TPC Sawgrass for the one and only THE PLAYERS Championship. Alex and Michael throw out some names to look at to win this weekend in what should be, as always, an electric event (14:46).

In Tuned In, Michael, as a self-proclaimed Trekie, is all over the return of "Picard," while also checking out the new Taika Waititi show "Our Flag Means Death." Alex, meanwhile, is diving down the rabbit hole on YouTube and learning more and more about the Amish (18:06).

This week's guest is Erikah Neger, an up-and-coming pro on the Epson Tour, who chats with Alex about how she got started in the game, her love of Stetson hats, and her personalized touches lightening bolts on her gear (22:22).

Major League Baseball continues down the road of not having a season, but that doesn't stop Alex and Michael from discussing the potential changes that could be coming to baseball (46:08).

The end of an era occurred this weekend as Coach K had his final game at Duke, but it wasn't exactly the fairy tale ending everyone had hoped for (50:50).

The Quinnipiac Bobcats women's hockey team is headed to the big dance, and the guys are super excited for their alma mater (52:21).

When the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is extending an olive branch to McDonalds after his disgust at their land-air-sea move a few months ago, while Michael is enjoying the s'mores hamantaschen his wife whipped up this weekend (53:20).

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The Honda Classic almost made it two weeks of wire-to-wire winners, but Daniel Berger collapsed and Sepp Straka took the win in the rain as host Michael Russell couldn't get his first winner of the season after host Alex Lauzon's big win last week. The guys look at what happened to Berger on Sunday at PGA National, and the rise of the Austrian (1:47).

The hate for Phil Mickelson boiled over this week as every sponsor jumped ship after his incendiary comments about the new Premiere Golf League, and Alex and Michael wonder if he will ever play in the PGA Tour again (5:11).

America's 2023's Ryder Cup team has a captain, and it's the not very exciting Zach Johnson, a guy that the hosts just can't seem to love that much on (10:47).

The LPGA Tour returns this weekend with the "Asian Major," and that means awesome golf at odd hours (12:55).

This weekend is a double event on the PGA Tour, with some players in paradise for the Puerto Rico Open, and the rest playing in Bay Hill for the Arnold Palmer Invitation, which will be without defending champion Bryson DeChambeau (13:51).

In Tuned In, Michael is harkening back to his childhood by flipping through old "Calvin and Hobbes" cartoons, while Alex is watching "The Making Of" videos on YouTube from Vice featuring some of his favorite childhood songs (17:13).

This week's guest is Tom Naramore, the co-founder and CEO of the D3 Golf App. Tom chats with Alex about his time in the technology industry, his love of golf, and how he and his team have created the world's first golf betting app that will actually keep and pay out winnings (20:32).

Baseball season is supposed to be getting ready to take off right now, but instead it looks like the season will be put on hold as the lockout continues (48:56).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying a splurge on sushi, while Michael is making dreams a reality with homemade donuts (51:36).

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It was a wild weekend at Riviera, where Joaquin Neiman pulled a wire-to-wire victory, and host Alex Lauzon notched his first winner of the year (1:49).

The Genesis Invitational also meant that host Tiger Woods would be present, and Alex's hopes and dreams continue to be dashed, and host Michael Russell's reality sets in, as Tiger refuses to put a timeline on his return (5:20).

The weekend also featured a spectacular collapse of the Greg Norman and Saudi Arabia backed golf league, as professionals pledged their allegiance to the PGA Tour, and Phil Mickelson revealed his extensive involvement, and reasons why (7:35).

In Florida, Bernard Langer continues to show what happens when you're one of the most prolific and consistent golfers in the world - you win (13:22).

Alex went back out to the course this weekend, and was able to make up for his poor showing against Michael in a new D3 app match against the app's founder, Tom (14:41).

The Florida Swing begins this weekend, albeit with a more normal looking field, as the guys head to The Honda Classic, where Alex thinks your money is best spent on someone who isn't expected to win (17:26).

In Tuned In, Michael is watching a new Amazon Prime show with one very fit man, while Alex is getting ready for the premiere of a movie starring a friend of the podcast (18:46).

This week's guest is Peter Ashley, the President of Cava Mobile, who chatted with Alex at the PGA Merchandise Show about how technology can make supporting employees and companies easy and fun (22:39).

Michael is reveling in the fact that his former NY Giants' head coach is now on Alex's Patriots coaching staff, and Alex can't help but wonder what Joe Judge's new role will do to his beloved Patriots (40:40).

The NBA All Star Weekend has come and gone, and Alex is ready to eulogize what was the Slam Dunk Contest (42:12).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex returns to The Cheesecake Factory, while Michael is baking focaccia, brownies, and cooking up a wonderful steak (46:06).

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It was an incredible weekend in Scottsdale for the WM Phoenix Open, with TWO hole-in-ones, a new pro who stole the hearts of everyone, and playoff golf to decide the whole shebang. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look at all of it (1:58).

Charley Hoffman took center stage early in the week for being upset with the rules on Tour, which makes one wonder if he is one of the 17 players who supposedly are jumping ship to go play in Greg Norman's new Saudi Tour (10:20).

Alex and Michael share their own rounds from the past week, and how they got to play against each other using the new D3 Golf App (17:01).

The PGA Tour heads to Riviera CC for the Genesis Invitational, which includes all the big names (20:22).

In Tuned In, it's still all about the Winter Olympics for Michael, while Alex is watching a new comedy on Fox (22:32).

This week's guest is Jeff Ritter, editorial director of The Morning Read. Jeff caught up with Alex on the floor of the PGA Merchandise Show, and talks about the Morning Read, Tiger's future, and breaks down some of Alex's new ideas for the podcast (26:05).

Alex also had the chance to chat with instructor Ben Pellicani at the Merchandise Show, and shares some clips of Ben adjusting to teaching young kids with smartphones the game of golf, and how COVID-19 has been good for the game (44:33).

In case you live under a rock, the Super Bowl was this weekend, and Alex breaks down his favorite prop-bets from the Big Game (52:51).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Michael enjoyed a phenomenal NY style breakfast sandwich this weekend, while Alex finished up Valentine's Day dinner with a butter cake from Maggiano's (58:04).

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It was a magical week at one of the most beautiful courses in the world as the PGA Tour crowned a new winner at Pebble Beach. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look at Hoge's win, Spieth's performance, and friend of the show Mark Baldwin's big moment (2:04).

On the LPGA Tour, history was made with the first Irish woman claiming a victory on the day before her mother's birthday (9:05).

On the DP World Tour, money was flowing and putts were dropping as Harold Varner III made the putt of the year, while players like Bryson DeChambeau and Dustin Johnson cashed in big time (9:55).

One of the best tournaments of the year is up next in the WM Phoenix Open, and it has a fantastically loaded field (14:54).

In Tuned In, Michael is all in on the luge at the Olympics, while Alex is checking on past guest Tanner Beard's Mammoth Film Festival (17:50).

This week's guest is Steve Scott, who was last on the show in 2020. Alex caught up with Steve on the PGA Merchandise Show floor, and chats with him about his new book and his time behind the mic on PGA Tour Live (21:46).

It's Super Bowl weekend, and that means more prop bets that you can shake a stick at. Alex and Michael look at some of their favorites, including which Eminem songs we'll hear, how long the National Anthem will be, and what color Gatorade we'll get. Oh, and Tom Brady officially retired (51:07).

As we #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is disgusted by the new McDonalds heart attack they're featuring, Michael is baking croissants, and both guys share some Valentine's Day plans (1:00:55).

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Torrey Pines produced the drama hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell expect, but while we got a new winner on Tour it wasn't Will Zalatoris (2:06).

On the LPGA Tour, Lydia Ko returns to her winning ways and continues to cement her place in golf history (5:33).

Across the ocean on the DP World Tour, goofy Viktor Hovland jumps up to #3 in the nation after claiming another victory (7:34).

Alex breaks down his trip to last week's PGA Merchandise Show, and teases some of the great interviews that are coming down the pipe in the next few weeks, including Steve Scott, Ben Pelican, and Elizabeth Diane Martin ().

The PGA Tour stays in California for the always popular AT&T Pro Am at Pebble Beach, including the likes of Mookie Betts and podcast favorite Mark Baldwin (13:36).

In Tuned In, Alex is watching the new gender-flipped "How I Met Your Father," which isn't getting a lot of positive reviews right now. Michael, meanwhile, is watching a 2019 Oscar nominated documentary, "Honeyland," about a rural beekeeper in Macedonia (14:56).

This week's first guest is Jake Garcia, sportscaster for KVUE news in Austin, who chats with Alex about his love of golf and telling incredible stories (18:21).

The NFL got the stage alone on Sunday, and didn't disappoint to produce a Super Bowl that will, for the second year in a row (and EVER), include a home team playing for the trophy. Alex and Michael also ponder if Tom Brady really did just retire (51:26).

Before the typical ending, Alex shares a conversation with Richard Hill, the Business Developer Director of Pub OG, who stole the show at the PGA Merchandise Show with their tiny Irish pub (58:47).

And as the guys do #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is cashing in on free wings, while Michael is chomping down on homemade bread and artisan olive oils (1:16:01).

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It was another week of low scores, this time at The American Express, where Jon Rahm was not pleased with the course's easy layout. Regardless of the layout, hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell struggle to tell who won this week, Harris English or Hudson Swafford (2:05).

The LPGA Tour kicked off the season with a pro-am event in Orlando, FL, where Danielle Kang returned to form to earn a win after a winless 2021 (6:47).

Across the pond on the DP World Tour, Michael is ecstatic at the video of McIlroy, Hatton, and Morikawa struggling to hit a 1-yard fairway. But Alex is just excited to see Thomas Pieters back in the winners circle (9:42).

The PGA Merchandise Show is finally here this week, and Alex can't wait to share everything he'll see and do in Orlando (11:08).

The PGA Tour moves this week's event forward a day, which means Torey Pines will host the favorite Farmer's Insurance Open starting on Wednesday with a loaded field including favorite Jon Rahm (13:34).

In Tuned In, Michael is breaking out another new game from Christmas, this one including cats and blankets, while Alex is watching an infamous movie from the late-90s (16:04).

This week's guest is a golf coach star on social media, and an inventor who makes some great training aids. Martin Chuck chats with Alex on his time growing up in Canada, teaching in Arizona, and the importance of avoiding the chicken wing (19:15).

The NFL did not disappoint this weekend, and Alex and Michael are ready for some fresh blood in the Super Bowl (54:!2).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is ready to start having bread again, while Michael never stopped having some sweets (58:52).

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The PGA Tour wrapped up their Hawaii swing with the Sony Open and a whole lot of birdies, once again, as Hideki Matsuyama stormed his way to victory on Sunday (1:58).

But it was Kevin Na who left a lasting impression for his Twitter performance this week, starting off 2022 with a massive mic drop moment (4:30).

On the LPGA Tour, following loads of good news in the past couple weeks, reality came crashing down as the Monday qualifiers got less good (7:36).

The DP World Tour, formerly the European Tour, returns to action this weekend with the likes of Colin Morikawa and Rory McIlroy (9:12).

Next week's PGA Merchandise Show will include a special guest: our very own Alex (10:43)!

The PGA Tour heads back to the mainland for the American Express, which features a loaded field and a return to La Quinta Resort (12:34).

In Tuned In, Michael finally gets himself a TV antenna, while Alex is all in on the return of Joe Millionaire (13:53).

This week's guest is Natalie Cabo, who blasted to stardom on the Netflix series, "Twenty Somethings: Austin." Alex chats with Natalie about growing up in Florida, filming the show in his town of Austin, and her plans for the future (17:44).

The NFL weekend included some marquee matchups to start the playoffs, as well as an embarrassing effort by Alex's favorite Patriots (38:54).

But Alex and Michael are both pumped for the return of their alma mater Quinnipiac Bobcats to #1 in the college hockey polls (42:35).

And as the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex has found his new favorite vegetable with brussel sprouts, while Michael is cheating with some s'mores babka (44:47).

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How low can they go? Really, really low is the answer. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell are in awe of the low scores put up at the Sentry Tournament of Champions, and share their favorite moments from the tournament (2:04).

The LPGA made big noise to start the year off as well, raising the purse for the Women's US Open and putting some of the best courses possible on the list of future venues (5:51).

The PGA Tour stays in Hawaii for the Sony Open, where everyone who didn't win last year gets a chance to start their new year off in paradise (7:55).

In Tuned In, Michael is sharing a new board game that has quickly become a favorite in his house, while Alex is watching the popular "Don't Look Up" feature on Netflix (9:51).

This week's guest is Johnny Dowers, an actor, writer, and musician who shares with Alex his love of the game of golf, as well as what it means to be from the bayou (12:06).

The NFL season came to a close this weekend, and the playoff picture is set, but are Alex and Michael happy with where everyone ended up (44:41)?

And as the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares a diet update, while Michael shares his love of hot honey (48:10).

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It's a new year, but there still were some major headlines from 2021 to cover, including the return of Tiger Woods at the PNC Championship. But while hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell marvel at Tiger's performance, Alex is really interested in John Daly (2:03).

To cap off the year in typical fashion, Phil Mickelson jumped the gun and bragged about his big PIP win (5:30).

The PGA Tour starts up again in Hawaii with the sometimes not that great Sentry Tournament of Champions, which seems to be getting better and better names every year (7:20).

With the new year comes new golf resolutions, and Michael and Alex share their hopes for their games for 2022 (10:10).

In Tuned In, Michael is finally getting in on The Witcher bandwagon, while Alex is binging a new reality show based in Austin (13:22).

This week's guest has been spotted at many European Tour events with a large boom microphone in her hands, but connected with Alex because of her love of the New England Patriots: Steff Higgins joins the podcast to talk about working the sidelines during golf and football (15:12).

The college football championship is right around the corner, and features, once again, the usual duo. Will they ever fix a broken system? Alex and Michael discuss, and share their admiration at a past guest being all over the TV, and an infamous athlete whose career may finally be coming to a close (39:02).

As Alex and Michael #AlwaysEndWithFood, they share their January food plans, including cutting out bread, alcohol, and fast food (44:07).

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2021 is coming to a close, and so hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell recap the entire year in golf, and are joined by Jeremy Schilling for this entire special episode. Their discussions takes them across the golfing landscape, including:

A look back at their favorite golfing stories, like Brooks vs Bryson, Phil's historic win, Jon Rahm's incredible rise, and the explosion of the LPGA Tour's popularity (1:39).
What we can really expect out of Tiger Woods in 2022 and beyond (29:32).
Who will spend the most time at the top of the World Golf Rankings (37:41).
Bold predictions of what may happen in 2022, including Major winners and more (39:02).
Fun New Year's Eve plans for the guys to round out the year (42:12).

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It's our favorite time of the year! Join hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell for their fourth annual Festivus special! This year's special includes all of your favorite Seinfeld Festivus frivolities:

The Airing of Grievances, including a manufactured golf soap opera and a return to normalcy on airplanes.
The Great Feats of Strength, where Alex and Michael share their favorite sports moments of 2021, and their prediction for the biggest story of 2022.
A bagel blowup when we #AlwaysEndWithFood!

From all of us at the Course of Life, we wish you a Happy Festivus, a Merry Christmas, and a most wonderful time of the year no matter who or where you are!

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It was a fun weekend in Florida at the QBE Shootout, where perennial podcast favorite Kevin Na teamed with Jason Kokrak to come from behind to win. And as usual, hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell ask if this is finally Kevin Na's year (2:28).

And while we may have thought that was the final event of the year, there's more! Tiger made it official and is playing with son Charlie in the PNC Father Son Championship. And, of course, the guys will be ready to over analyze his performance along with the rest of the golf world (5:36).

In Tuned In, Michael is still turning to his Nintendo Switch, where he's beating his wife in her childhood favorites. Meanwhile Alex is watching Steven Spielberg's new "West Side Story," a musical that Alex's wife has never seen before (9:59).

This week's guest is Evan Michael, an actor who has turned into a meme thanks to his time on Holey Moley, and shares what it was like being on tour for two years for a childhood favorite show (13:20).

College football enters its silly bowl season, and Michael can barely read his notes when the teams are this obscure (39:56).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Michael is enjoying the last of the cookies from a Holiday cookie swap, while Alex is gearing up for a food tour around his alma mater (42:51).

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What a week at the Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas! Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look at the huge developments in Tiger's recovery, the hilarity of hitting from the wrong tee, Morikawa's collapse, and Victor Hovland's love of paradise (2:08).

On the DP World Tour, Alex couldn't believe how different the world is, where nobody was allowed to come out and watch the South African Open (10:46).

The unofficial tour moves on to Naples, FL, where the QBE Shootout includes team golf and big names (11:36).

In Tuned In, Michael has turned to playing golf on his gaming console, while Alex is all over the Christmas TV Specials (13:01).

This week's guest is golf coach Eric Cogorno, who chats with Alex about the importance of keeping your thought process minimal on the course, and setting up targets for yourself on the range (16:27).

The College Football Playoff landscape is set, and there are some unfamiliar schools in the final four, but their chances are slim (43:08). Meanwhile, Brian Kelly has a horrible fake Southern accent, the Detroit Lions have finally won a game, the MLB is in a lockout, and alma mater Quinnipiac is almost #1.

And as we #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares how much he is enjoying a family favorite, and Michael shares how he fried everything for Hanukkah (47:32).

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It was a quick 9 holes that allowed Brooks Koepka to claim victory over "rival" Bryson DeChambeau on Friday, and hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell break it all down, including the smack talk and changes Brooks jumps off another couple major victories (2:13).

Across the pond, the European Tour has a new name, and thanks to a new COVID variant, a shortened tournament (10:41).

This weekend is the Hero World Challenge, hosted by Tiger Woods, who is splashing back into the golf world and maybe making a return to the PGA Tour (12:59)?

In Tuned In, Michael watched a 2019 movie that is NOT about a famous magician, and Alex is watching the Will Smith's latest acting turn in "King Richard" (17:08).

Alex is recapping his adventures in LA-LA-Land and rubbing elbows with film stars and golf celebrities alike after a visit to the Mammoth Media Institute Open, where he chatted with the likes of Josh Cassaday, the Country Club Adjacent boys, and Tisha Alyn (20:20).

College football rolls into the final conference weekend, and by Sunday we'll know whose getting into those coveted four CFB Playoff spots, but Alex and Michael are sure it'll still be the usual two in the National Championship Game (30:35).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all Thanksgiving dinner and the best food they put on the table last week. Oh, and it's raining latkes (34:35)!

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The golf world lost their minds this weekend because Tiger Woods posted a video of him swinging a golf club. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell break down the chances of Tiger winning in April at Augusta (2:34).

Meanwhile at the RSM Classic in Georgia, low low scores dominated as Talor Gooch rolled to victory (6:01).

And on the LPGA Tour, Jin Young Ko hit 63 consecutive greens in regulation to capture her second CME Group Tour Championship (8:00).

In Saudi Arabia, Collin Morikawa breezed to victory while Rory McIlroy tore his shirt (his 9:55).

Past guest Cyrus Jansen is getting ready to go full Bryson on his golf game, and Alex is ready for it. Meanwhile another past guest, Danielle Garcia made her way to a Top Golf and it wasn't exactly pretty (11:26).

Coming up after Thanksgiving, Brooks Keopka and Bryson Dechamaeu face off in a 12-hole version of "The Match," which doesn't really interest Alex and Michael (12:50).

In Tuned In, Michael got to watch the over two and half hour "Dune," while Alex is getting his Thanksgiving TV and meal plan all squared away (15:00).

This week's guest is Pam Maldonado, who chats with Alex about her time playing and talking Poker, her golf game, and her favorite pancakes (16:58).

As the college football playoff picture begins to take shape, Alex is also overjoyed that his Patriots are back atop of the AFC East, while Michael is cancelling the podcast's NFL segment (50:07).

And as the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about Thanksgiving dinner and the big spreads of food hitting the tables (51:49).

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Alex flies solo fresh off of his weekend in Hollywood rubbing elbows with the stars at the Mammoth Media Institute Open, and offers quick takes on Jason Kokrak’s gutsy performance at the Houston Open, and surprise surprise…Phil did it again!

The PGA Tour now heads to Michael’s backyard for the RSM Classic, and Alex is left wondering who makes an appearance for the final PGA Tour event on the 2021 calendar?

In "Tuned In", Alex just can’t seem to get over west coast TV and when the sports on – how does the West coast get up so early?

This week's guest is Blake Arthur, Sportscaster for KESQ-TV in California, who recently appeared on “The Bachelorette” commentating basketball. We talk about how he got on the show, his experiences in golf and covering some of the greats in sports.

Alex covers some ground on football, where he continues to be stuck in neutral with his college football picks. Plus Alex checks another iconic venue in sports off his bucket list, and his Patriots seem to have found some momentum at the right time.

In #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex delivers a surprising take on his California trip and he tells you where the worst hot dog on earth resides.

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A bit of wind down in Mayakoba produced a repeat winner in Viktor Hovland at the World Wide Technology Championship, where a full leaderboard produced some drama as the Norwegian appears to love it down in Mexico (1:53).

LPGA star Lydia Ko torched the field at the Saudi Ladies Invitational, including a course record 63 in her third round (4:59).

The PGA Tour now heads to Houston for the Hewlett Packard Enterprise Houston Open, where the field includes some hot names, including last year's winner Carlos Ortiz, who is coming off a 2nd place finish at Mayakoba (6:19).

In Tuned In, Michael is watching the new series "Ghosts" on Paramount+, while Alex is letting everyone know that this weekend will be filled with some star studded content on our social media channels ().

This week's guest is a reality TV star known for his time on "The Bachelorette" and "Bachelor in Paradise." Diggy Moreland shares some insight from his time on the shows, the importance of being a snappy dresser, and why he decided to start playing golf (8:11).

The guys cover some ground as they whip around some other sports, including Alex's poor Saturday showing in college football (37:12), the guys good weekend in the pros but horrible week for Aaron Rodgers (38:10), the Atlanta Braves hoisting the World Series Trophy (41:41), and a quick shoutout to their alma mater Quinnipiac Bobcats (43:11).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Michael shares the food journey enjoyed during his wife's birthday weekend, and Alex lights it up with an always enjoyable favorite Thanksgiving sides debate (43:52).

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It was a windy weekend in paradise, but low scores were still to be had at the Bermuda Championship. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look back on Patrick Reed's Sunday charge, and the newest winner on the PGA Tour (1:39).

The biggest news of the week is a new but mysterious Saudi golf venture with Greg Norman. Alex and Michael ask the question: who's playing in it (3:33)?

The First Tee word of the week is perseverance, which encompasses Alex's golf journey to his best round of his life (6:05).

The PGA Tour stays in paradise as they head to Cancun for the Mayakoba Classic. The field, unlike last week, is loaded (7:31).

In Tuned In, Michael got his last minute Halloween films in, and Alex is a little confused with the latest word from Mariah Carey (9:40).

This week's guest is Linda Hartough, a golf landscape artist whose work you've most certainly seen. Alex chats with Linda about his career painting the likes of Augusta National and St Andrews, plus her role in the Academy of Golf Art (12:43).

Alex's football fortunes aren't turning around after a "blehh" week in the college world, but things might be looking up in the NFL for at least one of the guys (50:48).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's about what was happening for Halloween, including Michael's first time making Rice Krispie Treats (44:18).

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Japan finally proved friendly for it's favorite golfer, as countryman Hideki Matsuyama tamed the field and finally won at home for the Zozo Championship. Unfortunately, hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell got all screwed up with the time zones and forgot to make some potentially winning picks (1:54).

On the PGA Champions Tour, Phil Mickelson lost another one, and is slowly sliding back into his old ways (4:56).

This week the Tour crosses an ocean and a continent to head to Bermuda, where a weak field is set for the picking (6:01).

In Tuned In, Alex is all in on the F1 race weekend festivities that happened in Austin, while Michael returned to the movie theatre to see "No Time To Die" (7:53).

As the weather continues to turn and the Holidays come into view, Alex welcomes back Brandi Milloy to the podcast. This food, lifestyle, and parenting expert shares her secrets for reusing leftover Halloween candy, when Christmas decorations really go up in her house, and how many gifts her kids get each year (11:29).

In the world of football, Alex's picks failed to perform, but both Alex and Michael had an easy weekend in the NFL (37:29). In baseball, meanwhile, both guys are all-in on the Atlanta Braves who head to the World Series to face off against the Houston Astros (39:22).

With Halloween happening this weekend, Alex and Michael have already been getting into the Halloween candy, and Alex shares his holiday dinner plans when the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood (40:24).

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It was another weekend of low scores in Las Vegas, but Sunday felt like 2016 as Rory and Rickie fought it out at the CJ Cup. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell break down the victory for Rory, and what this means for the 32 year old who just notched win #20 (1:57).

Over on the LPGA Tour, they got to have a fantastic playoff under the lights. Michael and Alex will do whatever it takes to make this kind of fantasy situation play-out everywhere (7:52).

The Tour heads to Japan again this weekend for the ZoZo Championship, where Michael is hoping to see a Sunday round of Xander Schauffele and Hideki Matsuyama (10:07).

In Tuned In, Michael's getting his October horror fix with the classic "Dracula," even if it's got a horrible Keanu Reeves. Alex, meanwhile, is still going with the viral "Squid Game" (11:51).

Long Drive is certainly having a moment, and past guest and long driver Josh Koch returns to the podcast to chat with Alex about his great year and hitting bombs alongside Bryson DeChambeau (14:58).

Michael is feeling a strong pull back to his childhood after watching the highlights of the first ever Balloon World Cup, and Alex is wondering if there is a spot on the team for next year (43:12).

The football weekend got off to a hot start with Alex's morning tailgate at Texas, but quickly disintegrated from there as his college bets, and the guy's pro's, put up a lot of "Ls" (46:17).

Alex's Red Sox are putting up the W's in the ALCS, while Michael has decided to go all-in for his "local" Atlanta Braves (48:31).

And as the guys #AlwaysAlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is ready to declare his "Basic Bitch" status, while Michael made a special trip to the Back in the Day Bakery in Savannah for an episode of the Always End With Food Podcast (50:07).

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Back from vacation are hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell, and they both had productive weeks in Southwest Florida, including Alex's trip to Popstroke (1:54).

But then it was time to get back to golf, and low scores in Vegas at the Shriners Children's Open (4:48).

On the Champions Tour, Phil Mickelson ups his win average to 75% with a win in Jacksonville, begging the questions once again if he should go there full-time (6:26).

The Tour stays in Vegas for the CJ Cup, but with a whole lot of star power, and Alex and Michael agree on keeping an eye on Xander (7:57).

In Tuned In, Alex is watching the international phenomenon that is "Squid Game" while Michael is laughing it up with Steve Martin with "Only Murders in the Building" (10:10).

This week's guest is the VP of Marketing for a company known for colorful golf balls. Volvik's Wes Whittingham chats with Alex about his love for the game, how popular colorful golf balls will be in 5 years, and Volvik's partnership with Disney to make some Superhero golf balls (13:33).

On the college football front, Alex rebounds with an incredible week (44:01). His Patriots rebound as well, while Michael's Giants continue to fall apart (45:37). But Alex is all over his Red Sox after they defeat Michael's Yankees (47:00).

And as the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is getting ready for Halloween baking, while Michael finally found his way to a Buc-ee's (50:47).

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It's a vacation week for hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell, but they are still impressed by the early success of Beefy Bryson at the Professional Long Drivers Association World Championships, where pasts-guests Wes Patterson and Josh Koch (1:38).

Alex had some time to think about the game of golf, and has some revelations on how to enjoy the game even more (4:18).

And for the next PGA Tour event, the Shriners Open Las Vegas, Alex makes some random picks without knowing the true field yet (10:50).

In Tuned In, Michael is watching a documentary called "Nuts!", while Alex is watching a new network show, "Ordinary Joe" (12:25).

This week's guest keeps the vacation vibes going in the Florida Keys and Bahamas. Alex chats with Clay and Stephanie Cowart, hosts of the "Life By the Bow" YouTube channel (14:40).

The guys recorded early so Alex doesn't know if his Patriots won or lost, but Michael sets up Alex with two possible outcomes and Alex shares his reaction (44:11).

And as the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about crab dip and National Coffee Day (not a great mix) (48:22).

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It was a wild week at Whistling Straits for the Ryder Cup, and co-hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell made an oh-so-wrong pick as the United States pummeled Europe in historic fashion to hoist the trophy. Alex and Michael break down the week, from Jordan's amazing flop shot, to the "manufactured" encounters of Bryson and Brooks, to Rory's emotional ending (1:44).

Perhaps the shot of the week actually came from the LPGA Tour's Eun-Hee Ji ... with a putter ... from the bunker (11:51).

The PGA Tour gets back into action at the Sanderson Farms Championship in Mississippi, with a field including past champs Sergio Garcia and Sebastian Munoz (13:27).

In Tuned In, Michael is beyond excited for the announcement of the second season of Tiger King, as well as the return this week of The Great British Baking Show. Meanwhile, Alex is watching the inside of the refrigerators as MTV's Cribs returns to the airwaves (14:47).

Returning to the podcast this week is special guest Wes Patterson, who chats with Alex about an exciting new golf and music festival coming to South Florida on November 6, the Par-Tee Tour (18:17).

In the world of college football, Michael is surprised by the firing of a local coach, while Alex is just trying to forget about his picks this past weekend (36:17).

In the NFL, Alex isn't doing any better, and Michael is doing even worse (38:21). But at least Michael's got his Yankees (39:53).

And as the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about crab dips and Florida (41:09).

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Twitter funny guy and now a man with a mustache Max Homa took down the competition at the start of the new season in Napa, CA. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell congratulate the now 3-time winner and wonder if he'd be willing to join the podcast as a guest (1:38). Plus past guest Dylan Wu starts off his full season with a PGA Tour card by making the cut.

But really, all that matters is that this is now Ryder Cup week. Whistling Straights hosts the players, where the Americans are heavily favored for some reason. Are Alex and Michael going to be turncoats this weekend (4:46)?

In Tuned In, Alex was keeping an eye on the Emmy Awards, and Michael was watching super assassins on Netflix with "Gunpowder Milkshake" (11:36).

This week's guest is Dr Bern Barnacki, the president of the Golf Heritage Society. Dr Bernacki shares his love for the history of the game with Alex, including old hickory golf clubs and Tiger Woods' $400,000 backup putter (13:52).

In the football world, it's all coming up roses for Alex, while Michael doesn't seem to understand what football is anymore thanks to his reeling Giants (39:40).

And as the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's apples and pumpkins for Alex, but High Tea time for Michael (42:24).

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Steve Stricker put out his Captain Picks for the Ryder Cup, and hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell didn't get a call to let them know they weren't getting picked. But regardless, this new US Team doesn't appear to have the makings of being victorious over a loaded European Team (1:46).

The new 2021-2022 PGA Tour season kicks off this weekend in Napa Valley, where Jon Rahm is getting one last tune up before the Ryder Cup (8:55).

In Tuned In, Alex is flashing back to the 1990's and the Monika Lewinsky scandal, while Michael is listening to a new Australian podcast about the British stealing your country's historical artifacts (12:00).

Former Big Break contestant Don Donatello chats with Alex about life on the Golf Channel reality show, plus his new life as a caddy on the PGA Tour (15:46).

Football season is in full swing, as Alex's college football cards start to fill out (40:35), but the podcast's favorite NFL teams are not doing too well (41:28), and Michael's Yankees are falling hard (43:03).

But as the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is getting ready for passed appetizers at weddings, and Michael is gloating about his bountiful kitchen this weekend (43:55).

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The FedEx Cup Playoffs wrapped up at East Lake CC, and Patrick Cantlay played just well enough to hold off Jon Rahm and win the big, fat fifteen million dollar check. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell ask whether Cantlay deserved his win, if Rahm was truly the best golfer this season, and if 3rd place finisher Kevin Na will ever win a major (1:46).

Meanwhile, the Solheim Cup monopolized the golf world as the best women in the US and Europe battled it out at Inverness, but at the time of recording, the chances for Team America looked bleak (7:03).

The men have their chance of winning in team golf with the Ryder Cup starting on September 21, and Alex and Michael look at who should round out team USA in Captain Stricker's picks this week (9:50).

And on the European Tour this week, Alex is surprised beyond belief that there is a Højgaard twin who is just as good as Rasmus (14:31)!

In Tuned In, Alex is listening to a new Drake album that's dropping lyrics shouting out Tiger Woods, and Michael is unplugging with another kayaking adventure on Tybee Island (16:40).

This week's guest is Dannielle Garcia, a reporter for WINK-TV in Ft Myers, FL. Dannielle shares stories about her time interning at ESPN, her culinary adventures in New Orleans, and staying professional on location during COVID (19:13).

The NFL season kicks off this week, and Alex and Michael give us all a little preview on what to expect in the new 17-game season (43:30).

College football was in full force this past weekend, and Alex's new Texas Tailgate Tour kicked off with incredible access to Texas State hosting Baylor (49:35).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's about Whataburger and Blackberry and Apple Butter Pie Bars (51:19).

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Another week on the PGA Tour, another playoff. This time, at the BMW Championship, it took 6 holes for Patrick Cantlay to beat Bryson DeChambaeu to take the second FedEx Cup Playoff event. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell break it down, plus what makes DeChambeau one of the most hated golfers on tour (1:56).

The European Tour, meanwhile, may have played one of the most beautiful courses in all the world this weekend. Like, seriously (6:43).

All $15 million is on the table at boring ol' East Lake Country Club for the FedEx Cup finale. But what do Alex and Michael really think about The TOUR Championship (9:14)?

In Tuned In, Michael is getting ready for the return of one his favorite vampire comedies, and Alex is stuck on a new show on Netflix (12:55).

This week's guest is bowling Darren Tang, returning to the podcast after winning the PBA Summer Point Title and having one heck of a season. Darren chats winning it big and his vlog game on YouTube (15:00).

Michael shares his love of baseball as the Yankees continue to roll, but Alex keeps trying to remember the better times when the Red Sox were the better team (31:36).

In football talk, everything the guys talked about is moot when it comes to the Patriots QB battle. After a Monday record session, and Tuesday breaking news, we all now know who the starter will be in New England (32:17).

College football season heats up this weekend, and resident football pro Brooks Austin comes back on the podcast to give us all a look at the upcoming college season (35:53).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is getting ready for his big birthday week, while Michael is busy baking up a storm (1:02:26).

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A Monday finish and another playoff meant Tony Finau finally hoisted a trophy again, this time at the first event in the FedEx Cup Playoffs. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look at Tony's win, and chances at winning again (2:14).

Across the pond, the LPGA held the AIG Women's Open at Carnoustie, where bad luck may have won the story (6:10). On the Korn Ferry Tour, meanwhile, prized PGA Tour cards were handed out to more deserving players (7:13).

Attention now turns to a new venue for the BMW Championship and the second leg of the FedEx Cup Playoffs (8:11). Whose got the best chance, and does this format for the Playoffs even make sense?

In Tuned In, Michael is pleased his Constitutional duty has been fulfilled, while Alex is catching up on a popular new series on HBO Max (14:40).

This week's guest is Jesse Florkowski, a 17-time disabled golf champion. Jesse shares his story of learning the game in Canada, bowling in the off season, and his dismay of eating hot dogs without any condiments (17:34).

In baseball, Alex's Red Sox continue to disintegrate, while Michael's Yankees continue to dominate (36:06).

In the NFL, Alex's Patriots have a new wrinkle in the QB battle, and new info from "Hard Knocks" about the Dallas Cowboys' leads Ale and Michael to discuss sunflower seeds (37:24).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex announces a new tailgating adventure, while Michael is beyond annoyed at grapes with seeds (41:26).

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The end of the PGA Tour regular season only confirmed that this was the year of the playoff as 6 players played two more holes to see who would win the Wyndham Championship. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell check out Kevin Kisner's win, and the biggest winner of the week (1:56).

Over on the Korn Ferry Tour, past guests Dylan Wy and Taylor Montgomery finished up the Super Season that started before COVID did, and while one got great news, another still has some work to do in the Playoffs (7:00).

Next the PGA Tour gets to start the FedEx Cup Playoffs, and that means Lady Liberty for the Northern Trust Open. Anyone who's anyone is in the field, and it'll be a surefire star studded weekend (11:10).

In Tuned In, Alex and Michael share some music inspired films that include music festivals and mega stars (14:33).

A couple weeks ago Alex traveled to the campus of the First Tee of Greater Austin, and got a chance to chat with their Executive Director Jennifer MacCurrach. Jennifer shares the history of Austin's First Tee chapter, and the importance of foot golf (17:50).

The NFL continues to roll in the preseason, while the Cowboy's owner adds a little something extra to his McGriddles. But it's the food at SoFi stadium that has everyone up in arms (35:00).

And Alex can't do anything other than praise the success of MLB's "Field of Dreams" game in Iowa (41:16).

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Michael is not anywhere near as happy as Alex is that Pumpkin Spice season has finally arrived (43:04).

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It was a very busy week in the golf world, but the main headline everyone needs to know is that Nelly Korda is the best of the best after claiming the gold medal in Tokyo (2:10).

In Memphis at the WGC - FedEx St Jude Invitational the Season of the Playoff continued with another playoff. In the end, Abraham Ancer claimed his first PGA Tour victory (6:40).

Over at the Barracuda Championship, former guest Mark Baldwin snuck in after claiming a Monday qualifier spot and then made the weekend (9:26).

And last week's guest, Jhared Hack, racked up a W on the day his episode was released (11:45). We're not saying being on the podcast is good for people but we're not saying it isn't either.

On Thursday, Alex had the honor of visiting the First Tee of Greater Austin, the official charity of the Course of Life (15:12). He got to tee it up with some of their best students, and enjoy some foot golf. Check out a video of his visit here: https://youtu.be/u34smtzgFlM

The PGA Tour regular season comes to a close this weekend with the Wyndham Championship, where a couple big names are in the field to try to secure a place in the FedEx Cup Playoffs (19:11).

In Tuned In, Alex wraps up his summer of watching the Olympics, while Michael listens to the new album by Bleachers, and watches the brand new "The Suicide Squad" (21:19).

The week's guest is a professional soccer player with the new Austin FC and a former member of Team USA (23:39).

Football season is right around the corner, and the preseason is in full swing as Alex's Patriots and Michael's Giants grind towards another season (49:52). Meanwhile, Michael's Yankees are surging and Alex's Red Sox are falling apart in the baseball world (51:37).

Alex shares his foray into a TikTok food trend as the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, and Michael continues to ponder opening his own bakery (52:44).

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The men's Olympic Gold in golf was awarded to American Xander Schauffele. But really, all hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell care about was the 7-man playoff for the Bronze that took the cake during the tournament (1:51).

Next up in the Olympics, the Korda sisters try to dominate the podium and bring back more medals for the USA (7:41).

But what would happen if Annika Sorenstam was in the Olympics? After all, she just dominated the US Women's Senior Open (9:10).

And Lauzon is getting pumped up for his visit this week to the First Tee of Greater Austin, where he's sure to have his game humbled by some much better players (11:06).

The PGA Tour has a split schedule as the Olympics wrap up, and head to the WGC FedEx St Jude and the Barracuda Championship (12:33).

In Tuned In, Lauzon is glued to the dressage portion of the Olympic Games, while Russell is watching the new Apple TV+ musical, "Schmigadoon!" (14:00)

This week's guest is no hacker after shooting both a 59 and a 60 during the same week. Pro golfer Jhared Hack shares stories about his unique name and how he was able to shoot low scores twice (17:27).

Lauzon is ready for football season to start, while Russell hasn't given up on the Yankees after some great play (44:25).

And as the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Lauzon is sharing his oyster experience, while Russell is making some Jewish baked delicacies (46:55).

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It was the 3M Open this weekend, and Cameron Champ hoisted his third PGA Tour trophy after a clutch wedge on the 72nd hole. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look at his win, and his place on the PGA Tour (1:49).

Meanwhile, in Tokyo, COVID-19 begins to tear into the Olympic Village, and has some golf casualties along the way (5:41).

And in France, the LPGA Tour's fifth major was in full swing with the Evian Championship, making everyone jealous they didn't get to be there to see Minjee Lee's big win for Australia (9:32).

But stateside, past guest Dylan Wu took the W in Missouri, securing a PGA Tour card for next season (11:00).

And starting this Thursday, it's the golf portion of the Olympics. Lauzon and Russell look at the field and share some picks and sleepers to keep an eye on (13:08).

In Tuned In, Russell has found "Mythic Quest" on Apple TV, while Lauzon is glued to the Olympics on NBC (16:57).

This week's guest is pioneering new ways to bring you food on the golf course. Joe Allen shares the story of the 2 Your Cart app, plus why its so important to get food to you out on the course (20:00).

Football training camp is getting started this week, and the guy's favorite teams have some big questions for the upcoming season (35:20). Meanwhile in Cleveland, they've got a new baseball team name (38:00).

And when we #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's about a new flavor of one of our favorite snacks, the Tosi SuperBites, and Russell shares a new mochi ice cream adventure, thanks to My/Mochi (40:07).

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It was a monumental weekend in England for The (British) Open Championship, where first-timer Colin Morikawa took the prize, but Bryson, Brooks, and DJ still stayed relevant throughout the week. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell break down all the fun stories from the week at Royal St Georges (2:00).

Meanwhile, the Barbasol Championship saw a 6 hole playoff, continuing the trend of long playoffs this season (9:51).

Over on the LPGA Tour, the Jutanugarn sisters are taking a win into Tokyo after winning the team event this weekend (11:03). And speed golf was the name of the game on Sunday morning as past guest Mark Baldwin got to "play against" Kevin Kisner (12:00).

Lauzon is planning his big trip out to the First Tee of Greater Austin in a couple weeks, and is looking forward to getting beat by some championship level kids (13:30).

But first, it's a quick look at the 3M Open in Minnesota, where a depleted field still holds some firepower (15:08).

In ``Tuned In," Russell shares his full review on listening to audiobooks during a long road trip, and Lauzon shares a review of the new "Space Jam" movie (16:15).

This week's guest is Ryan Ballengee, who chats with Lauzon about his golf game, plus the state of the PGA and LPGA tours as they head into the Olympics and Ryder Cup (19:34).

Russell is so out of touch with baseball now, he didn't even realize the Yankees and Red Sox were playing when he was in Boston, but not to worry, as COVID reared its ugly head (44:24).

And when they #AlwaysEndWithFood, Lauzon and Russell are talking about ice cream flavors, including the new Kraft Mac & Cheese flavor (45:42).

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It's Open Championship week! In this special preview, hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell break down what to expect, including which favorites might have a good week, and which sleepers to keep your eyes on (1:34).

And as last week's episode dropped, so did The Match featuring Phil, Bryson, Tom Brady, and Aaron Rodgers. But Russell and Lauzon just weren't into it (11:20).

And with the Tokyo Olympics coming up, Lauzon and Russell take a peek at the women's Olympic golf teams coming from around the world, but really it's still all about the Korda sisters (14:00).

In Tuned In, Russell is listening to audiobooks in the car during a vacation back to New England, while Lauzon is dreading the next couple days of sport emptiness (17:48).

This week's guest is Blake Sledge, a winner from "Holey Moley" on ABC, who chats with Lauzon about his golf game, time on the show, and what it's like to play Rocky Mountain golf (20:49).

NFL training camp is right around the corner, and Russell's ready to go, while Lauzon has to actually pay attention to a QB battle on his Patriots (42:55).

And as the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about watermelon, including vodka infused, and whether or not to eat the seeds (44:32).

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A week after we had a 8-hole playoff, the Rocket Mortgage Classic took 5 extra holes to be decided, ending in new winner Cam Davis. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look at all the fun stories from the week in Detroit, including Davis's win, Bubba's surprising week, past guest Willie Mack III's full weekend, and defending Champion Bryson's exciting week (1:58).

Meanwhile, the British Open is only a week away, and everyone's getting ready (11:25). And then right after the Open Championship is the Tokyo Olympics, and the playing field is getting set in stone (13:48).

But before the final major of the season, it's the John Deere Classic, where a relatively unimpressive field still includes favorites like Steve Stricker and Daniel Berger (17:10).

In "Tuned In," Michael had to watch the horrendous B-movies that are the "Has Fallen" trilogy, but Alex was all over Joey Chestnut's hot dog count (18:46).

This week's guest is Drew Forrester, a lover of the game of golf who has qualified for this weekend's US Senior Open. Drew chats with Alex about his many misses in qualifying, and his friendship with Bernard Langer (22:27).

The guys do a quick check in on the relocated MLB All Star Game (55:24), and the NHL's budding dynasty in Tampa Bay (56:51). But then it's time to #AlwaysEndWithFood, where it's about July 4th grilling and a little something different in a spice peach galette (57:35).

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It was a match that seemed like it would never end, and it almost ended the podcast... but not really. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell recap the incredible ending to the Travelers Championship and Alex's third winner of the season in Harris English (1:56).

Plus an official announcement renaming the LPGA Tour's 2021 season The Korda Tour (9:53). All hail Nelly Korda.

Alex and Michael also look ahead to next weekend's Rocket Mortgage Classic in Detroit, where Beefy Bryson looks to defend his title (14:10).

In Tuned In, Alex's 2021 wedding season rolls on, while Michael is devastated at not being able to swing away at Top Golf (16:10).

This week's guest is Wes Abbott of PopStroke, a mini golf dream space with courses designed by Tiger Woods. Wes breaks down his journey to PopStroke, and brings us along on an audio tour of the facility (18:21).

The guys touch 'em all, and Alex lets Michael know just how bad his Yankees are after a trip to Fenway (43:24).

And as the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's about home cooked meals for Alex and mochi ice cream for Michael (48:28).

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COVID-19 be damned as Jon Rahm returned to golf after a two week quarantine and took the prize at the US Open at Torrey Pines. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look at Rahm's commanding victory and the stacked leaderboard that was during Sunday's final round (1:39).

Meanwhile, over on the LPGA Tour, it was a Korda sister winning yet another event, begging for the Tour to change its name (9:42).

And Alex and Michael take a peak at the lone PGA Tour event in New England as golf rolls into Cromwell, CT, for the Travelers Championship (10:50).

In Tuned In, Michael is glued to the new Marvel series "Loki," while Alex is getting back into weddings (13:20).

This week's guest is someone who was made for this podcast, Darren Wood, who has combined his love for golf and food into a blog and instagram account, @Fairways_and_Food. Alex chats with Darren about what makes golf and food such a natural pairing, and what it's like over in the UK (15:47).

Alex shares his excitement to be headed back home to Boston and watching the Red Sox and Yankees play at Fenway, including threatening to send Michael mocking videos in the Red Sox win (34:13).

And as Alex and Michael #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is getting ready to enjoy home cooked food back home; Michael shares tidbits from his phenomenal Anniversary Dinner out; and the guys talk about the phenomenon of southern sweet tea (35:41).

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South Carolina continues to produce quality finishes in golf this year as a new winner claimed the one-off Palmetto Championship (1:30). Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look at the young South African winner, and how some Major contenders fared at Congaree.

Across the pond, past guest Rhys Enoch was in contention in Sweden at a brand new event with a unique format (7:22).

And on the Korn Ferry Tour, past guest Willie Mack had the pleasure of taking part in a Pro-Am with Canelo Álvarez, while Mito Pereira got a battlefield promotion after his third win on the Korn Ferry Tour (8:00).

Oh, and it's a Major Championship Week! Alex and Michael look at the field and give some guys to look at as the US Open rolls into Torrey Pines (10:42).

Outside of sports in Tuned In, Michael is binging a Pulitzer Prize winning podcast from NPR while Alex is catching the "Friends" reunion on HBO Max (16:22).

This week's guest is a golf nerd who answers all your questions about this week's US Open. Fellow Quinnipiac Bobcat Jeremy Schilling of the "Teeing It Up" Podcast and PGA Magazine chats with Alex about all the fun things that will happen this week at Torrey Pines, and how to watch it on TV (19:43). Have a paper and pencil ready!

A quick look at the NFL and Alex's displeasure with a nickname for a new Patriots' QB has Michael befuddled as well (46:57).

And as the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Michael is preparing for an Anniversary dinner out while Alex is still reeling over all the silverware from his vacation (48:22).

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What a week in golf! Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell can't go over everything, starting with Jon Rahm's positive COVID-19 test on Saturday at the Memorial (1:33). Then it was on to the Sunday battles at Muirfield Village resulting in playoff golf (7:39). But while the focus on Sunday was on the results, early in the week the eyes were back on Bryson DeChambeau and his ongoing rivalry with Brooks Koepka (9:17).

Meanwhile, at the US Women's Open on the LPGA Tour, the wheel's came off for Lexi Thompson and they had three holes of playoff golf (12:33)!

For the next tournament, the PGA Tour heads to the middle of nowhere in Ridgeland, SC for the new Palmetto Championship (18:02).

As Alex and Michael turned to Tuned In, Michael shares how his wife left him (for a week) and he's enjoying watching whatever he wants, while Alex was annoyed in the Paul-Mayweather boxing match (20:30).

This week's guest, Hope Barnett, is a content creator for the LPGA Tour, and shares stories of how she got her job, and interviewing the GOAT, Annika Sörenstam (23:20).

The guys do a quick check in on baseball and basketball (49:14), before they #AlwaysEndWithFood and Alex share's his Mexican food adventures (50:38).

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Jordan Spieth was this close to a wire-to-wire win at Colonial for the Charles Schwab Challenge, until his play disintegrated on Sunday. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell share their frustration with Spieth, and their feelings on the good play from winner Jason Kokrak (1:27).

But the real storyline this week was the new Brooks vs Bryson feud, that has taken over the golf world thanks to the eye-roll to end all eye-rolls (4:35).

Meanwhile, Tiger shares an injury update (9:22), the Korn Ferry Tour is now owned by one man (11:48), the Champions Tour crowns a Major Champion (12:42).

Plus a look ahead to this weekend's Memorial Tournament (15:39).

For Tuned In, Michael is finally catching up with the rest of the world by finishing "WandaVision," while Alex is all over past guest Maxwell as he hosted the iHeartRadio Music Awards Red Carpet Show (16:54).

This week's guest is a rapper, artist, and has been on the podcast before! Nik Moody returns to chat with Alex about his new tracks, dealing with Covid, and balancing his music dreams with the service industry (19:05).

As Alex and Michael #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's about Michael's freshly baked bread, and Alex's planned Mexico vacation (45:11).

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After a monumental week of golf at Kiawah's Ocean Course, hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell break down Phil Mickelson's historic PGA Championship victory, plus some other compelling storylines from the season's second major championship (1:42).

Meanwhile, the Let Them Play Classic gave women's college golf the tournament it deserved, as Barstool Sports put on an amazing event after the canceled New Orlean's NCAA Regional (11:07).

The LPGA, meanwhile, had a new winner in Wei-Ling Hsu at the Pure Silk Championship (12:57).

The PGA Tour is back at it in Texas for the Charles Schwab Challenge, and you should expect some local picks from Alex and Michael at Colonial (14:07).

In Tuned in, Alex and Michael are in the music scene, with new tunes from Bleachers, and an actual "good" music awards show (15:48).

This week's guest has catapulted into golf stardom for his unique one-handed swing on TikTok. Alex chats with aspiring soccer player Eliezer Paul-Gindiri, aka "Snappy," on his soccer skills and new found golf fame (18:08).

Alex and Michael quickly whip-round some other sports, including the pitching successes in the MLB, and the NBA Playoffs giving us a Lebron/Curry matchup (38:51).

As the show #AlwaysEndsWithFood, Alex and Michael talk about a disgusting new ice cream flavor, French's Mustard (40:41). But don't worry, the new Always End With Food Podcast is coming out on Friday, May 28, and probably won't include that.

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The PGA Tour was in McKinney, TX for the AT&T Byron Nelson, where everyone went low-low-low and the Tour had their fifth new winner of the season in K.H. Lee, even with a rain soaked Sunday finish (1:42).

But over in the NCAA Women's Regional in Baton Rouge, rain meant the course was "playable" but not in "Championship conditions," leading to a cancelation of a tournament without a single shot. Hosts Michael Russell and Alex Lauzon have a lot to say on the horrendous treatment of the female collegiate golfers (5:49).

The feel-good story of the week came from the European Tour, where Richard Bland broke through with a win after almost 500 starts without one (11:47).

All eyes will be on Kiawah Island's Ocean Course for the PGA Championship this weekend, as super long holes, high winds, and historic results (Rory's 2012 win) add to the many storylines for a Major Championship. Alex and Michael break it down and share some early picks for the week (14:26).

In Tuned In, Alex shows his age by watching the MTV Movie Awards and not knowing a single film, while Michael tunes into nature in the marshes of the Georgia coast (20:36).

This week's guest is Elizabeth Diane Martin, host of the "American Veteran Show." In her second appearance on the podcast, Elizabeth shares why there's snow in Colorado, and what it was like to play at Riviera in California (22:54).

And as Alex and Michael #AlwaysEndWithFood, sharing stories of food shortages and homemade hamburger buns, they also share an exciting new announcement (54:02).

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It was a week of big house spotting at Quail Hollow for hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. Oh, and watching Rory McIlroy return to the winner's circle at the Wells Fargo Championship (1:27).

And while Phil Mickelson dropped a 64 on Thursday, Alex and Michael wonder what it would take the draw big names like Phil away from the PGA Tour and to a new Super League (7:03).

Out in Thailand, the sunbrellas were still out in force, and a comeback victory provided the first native Thai LPGA golfer to win in her home country, Ariya Jutanugarn (10:55).

A week before the PGA Championship, the Tour heads to McKinney, TX for the AT&T Byron Nelson, where a potentially loaded field is set to get ready for the next major (13:25).

In Tuned In, Michael is getting back to his childhood Nickelodeon favorites, and Alex is watching a childish prank storming the boxing world (15:27).

This week's guest just completed hitting 50 golf shots in all 50 states within 30 days, and is a comedian to boot. Jake Adams shares what it was like during his journey around the country, and his infamous encounter with Matt Kuchar's caddy (18:32).

The NBA is getting ready for a new play-in tournament, and Michael isn't too excited about it (48:38).

And as the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's a remembrance of what a good 10th tee snack can do for your game (50:58).

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It was a Sunday horse race that led to Sam Burns picking up his first win on the PGA Tour at the Valspar Championship this weekend, and hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look at the win. And we cannot forget the feel good story of the week of Michael "Big Mike" Visacki after his emotional Monday qualifier (1:23).

Past guests Ryan French and Neil Johnson, Twitter's Monday Q Info guys, drop a major announcement on our backs to start the week and we couldn't be happier for them (5:45).

Meanwhile, the PGA Tour seems to be turning into a race to the wedding altar, as Brooks Koepka's and Dustin Johnson's fiancés' post dueling dress photos to social media (7:25).

On the LPGA Tour, the sunbrellas were out in Singapore where the heat was high but the scores were low as past major winner Hyo Joo Kim came from behind for the victory (8:52).

And this week the PGA Works Collegiate Championship kicks off at TPC Sawgrass, featuring HBCU schools and more (11:01).

The PGA Tour heads to Quail Hollow for the Wells Fargo Championship where the top players are back at it, including DJ, Beefy Bryson, Rory, Justin Thomas, and defending champ Max Homa (13:02).

In Tuned In, Michael is planning on watching "Bee Movie," featuring the favorite comedian of this podcast, Jerry Seinfeld. Alex, meanwhile, is watching the TBS comedy "Chad" (15:07).

This week's guest is former LPGA golfer Jeehae Lee on her journey from collegiate and professional golf to founding a new A.I. golfing venture, and making some golf parody music during the pandemic (17:30).

The NFL draft was this past weekend, and Alex and Michael recap their team's picks (50:11). Plus, Aaron Rodgers stole the headlines this weekend.

As Alex and Michael #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about fresh sushi and watermelon (54:05).

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The team event at the Zurich Classic in New Orleans didn't disappoint as the Australian duo won in a playoff, giving co-host Michael Russell his second winning pick of the year. Michael and co-host Alex Lauzon break down the win, and the chances that Cam Smith cuts off his mullet (1:43).

Across the pond, past guest Rhys Enoch flexed in contention in beautiful Gran Canaria on the Euro Tour (4:48), and Tony Romo continues to fail at being worth the exemption on the Korn Ferry Tour (6:14).

Brook Henderson showed off her game as she won at the Hugia-Air Premia LA Open, cementing her place as the best Canadian golfer of all time (8:35).

And Tiger pops back onto social media, just as the PGA Tour announces new money awarded to golfers who are good at it (9:58).

As the podcast continues its partnership with The First Tee - Greater Austin, Alex reminds us of the great things the First Tee offers during the summer (11:52).

The PGA Tour heads to Tampa Bay to return to the Valspar Championship, run by past guest Tracy West. Alex and Michael throw out some names of golfers to keep an eye on, including 2-time defending champion Paul Casey (12:42).

In Tuned In, Alex was one of the few people watching the Oscars this weekend, while Michael was viewing the new "Mortal Kombat" for his other podcast, 3 Minute Movie Reviews (15:23).

As the NFL Draft approaches, Alex chatted with Cole Thompon from Sports Illustrated's "Fan Nation" to get everyone ready for this weekend (18:23).

And as Alex and Michael #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about returning to restaurants and baking bread (47:05).

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The RBC Heritage handed out their Tartan Jacket to Stewart Cink after he put on a clinic at Harbor Town to claim his 3rd win there, and second this season after not winning for 11 years. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell look at Cink's chances of winning again this year, and how the rest of the field fared in Hilton Head Island (1:49).

In the Korn Ferry Tour, past guest Ryan French (The Monday Q Guy) was on the bag of this week's guest Mark Baldwin, tweeting about the entire experience like a champ (9:48).

And over in the LPGA, Lydia Ko also returned to the winner's circle, absolutely demolishing the field at the Lotte Championship in Hawaii (10:49).

All this winning makes Michael and Alex want to get back out to the course themselves, and give back with the First Tee as part of their new partnership with the Greater Austin chapter (12:19).

The PGA Tour heads to New Orleans this weekend for the unique Zurich Classic, where it's all about team golf! Alex and Michael share some picks and thoughts on this unique golf tournament (13:19).

In Tuned In, Alex is watching soccer(!) as his town of Austin welcomes its new MLS team (16:12).

This week's guest is a fellow New England native to Alex and Michael, and a Korn Ferry Tour pro. Mark Baldwin shares his story of becoming a professional golfer, and the joys (and hardships) of not always knowing you'll be playing in a tournament (18:40).

As baseball season rolls on, Michael's Yankees are faltering and Alex's Red Sox are surging (55:51). Who would have thought?

As Alex and Michael #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his plans to return to restaurants, and Michael does a live taste test of a new soda flavor (57:15).

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It was a week unlike any other at The Masters, as the azaleas bloomed, the world's best didn't make the cut, a relatively unknown bursted onto the scene, and Japan reigned supreme for the second week in a row at Augusta. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell break down everything from the past weekend's Masters Tournament, including Hideki Matsuyama's huge win and what it means for the sport (1:58).

Alex and Michael also announce a brand new partnership with the First Tee - Greater Austin (TX) in an effort to continue to grow the game and give back to the golf community (16:38).

Plus a look ahead to the RBC Heritage Classic in Hilton Head, SC, and the chances that Will Zalatoris will claim a victory after a stunning week up the road (19:36).

Alex and Michael also share what they are "Tuned In" to outside of the world of sports, including a childhood throwback in Levar Burton, and a Boston sports radio battle including two past guests of the podcast (21:11).

This week's guest is Stephanie Gilbert, host of Studio 5-1-2 in on WXAN in Austin, TX. Gilbert joins Alex to chat about her journey back to television, her friendship with past guest Ali Khan, and her eating contest with the great Joey Chestnut (24:45).

As Alex and Michael round out this week's show with a look at their favorite teams in baseball (54:09), they conclude, as always, with food, looking at new soda flavors, ice cream favorites, and a crazy pizza concoction (56:32).

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It's one of the most wonderful week's of the year, but before hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell get into all that, Michael wants to relish his first correct pick on tour this year after Jordan Spieth returned to the winner's circle at the Valero Texas Open (2:00).

Past guest Fredrick Lindblom had reason to celebrate last week as he won conditional status on the Canadian Tour after a great weekend at Q School (6:00). And in California, rookie Patty Tavatanakit roared her way into the LPGA scene with a commanding wire-to-wire victory at the year's first major, the ANA Inspiration (7:30).

Back in Georgia, Augusta hosted the ANWA, concluding in Japan's Tsbuasa Kajitani winning in a playoff (9:17). But Michael asks the question: where's the LPGA event at Augusta (10:06)?

Alex and Michael's attention then turns to this weekend's Masters tournament, where Dustin Johnson looks to defend, Spieth looks to continue his form, Rory McIlroy hopes to finish his career grand slam, and Jon Rahm wants to bring a jacket home to his newborn baby (11:36). Alex and Michael also throw out some sleepers to keep an eye on ahead of the most exciting golf week of the year.

Meanwhile in Tuned In, Alex got a little more of awards season with the SAG awards, and Michael is turning back the clock with a classic NBC show (19:30).

This week's guest is former PGA Tour pro Richard Lee, who shares his incredible story of earning Tour status, what it's now like to teach golfers in Arizona, and what it was like to play with Tiger on a Sunday (21:58).

Baseball season is underway, with snow, COVID-19, and poor starts for Michael and Alex's favorite teams (58:53). Meanwhile, March Madness continues to destroy what's left of everyone's bracket (1:01:20).

As Alex and Michael #AlwaysEndWithFood, they get hot and heavy over DJ's controversial Champions Dinner (1:02:00).

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Austin, TX, played host to the always fun and unique WGC Dell Technologies Match Play, where golf takes on the bracket game, and host Alex Lauzon was just going CRAZY as he volunteered on course and got to see all the action, including Billy Horschel's win, Sergio's hole-in-one, and more (1:45).

Meanwhile, at the Corales Puntacana Championship with the opposite field, Joel Dahmen became a first time winner (11:47). And The LPGA gears up for its first major of the season, the ANA Inspiration (13:14). Also this weekend, the PGA Tour stays in Texas in the warm-up to The Masters (14:20).

In Tuned in, co-host Michael Russell is officially feeling old, after hearing a song from his childhood being played in Target. Alex Alex's joins in with more music that reminds the two hosts of their age (17:30).

This week's guest is comedian and actress Jade Catta-Preta, who chats with Alex about the adrenaline of being on stage and hosting E!'s "The Soup" (19:57).

Michael is psyched for baseball to be back as the MLB season begins on Thursday (48:35), but Alex is ready for March to be over as his bracket is destroyed in the NCAA tournament (49:50).

And it's all about Passover and Easter as Alex and Michael #AlwaysEndWithFood, including Peeps flavored soda (52:30).

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It was a horrible week for picks from Alex and Michael at the Honda Classic as Australian Matt Jones punched his way back to the winner's circle (1:33). And he did it very, very quickly.

But all attention is now on Alex's backyard in Austin, TX, as the WGC Dell Match Play rolls in to give us all another opportunity to draw up busted brackets (5:05). Alex shares reports from the course, and will do so all week on his instagram.

In Tuned In, it's all about drone footage, and Michael is watching a volcano and Alex a bowling alley (10:48).

This week's guest is Wes Patterson, a World Long Driver and co-founder of the new Press Golf Series (12:51). Wes shares the story of his career growing up, and the exciting new concept of the Press Series.

We can all say it was an incredibly crazy week for March Madness, as the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament got under way and there were too many upsets to mention (36:39).

But as Alex and Michael #AlwaysEndWithFood, attention turns to homemade bread and next-level sandwiches from past guest Chef Ponzio (41:01).

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A crazy week at THE PLAYERS included carnage on 17 (1:48), Rory admitting he may be hitting too hard (5:03), a Sunday rematch with more carnage (7:26), and Justin Thomas returning to the winner's circle.

Around the rest of the golf world, Dustin Johnson bows out of The Summer Olympics (11:17), The Masters axes the Par 3 contest again (13:06), past guests Fredrik Lindblom and Hannah Gregg make the best of an internet troll (14:26), and Alex is ready for the Dell Match Play in another week (16:38).

This weekend the PGA Tour finishes the Florida Swing at the Honda Classic, where an emptier field is ripe for the picking (19:32).

Alex is "Tuned In" to music on MTV and the Grammys, while Michael is excited for The Oscars (21:10).

Alex and Michael have said time and time again how much they love the European Tour, and this week Euro Tour Pro Rhys Enoch comes on the podcast to talk about life on tour across Europe, and what is was like playing the 2019 PGA Championship at Pebble Beach (24:14).

NFL free agency is upon us, and Alex's Patriots are all over it, which makes Alex a little confused (48:49).

And it's March Madness as the bracket is live! Alex and Michael share some of their favorites, and don't forget to join the Tournament Pick'em league (51:22)!

And as we #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's time to do a live taste test of one of our newest golf snacks (55:30).

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Bryson DeChambeau was cookin' early and often as he smoked his drives and claimed victory at the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill (1:36). The return of fan roars certainly made this week one of the most fun on tour. Bryson's win also was Alex's third pick to bring home the beef in the past five weeks.

Around the horn, the LPGA has a winner that isn't one of the Korda sisters (6:13), past guest Joseph Winslow wins again (7:33), and Alex provides an update to the upcoming Dell Match Play (8:57).

This weekend is THE PLAYERS, where golf stopped a year ago (10:38). Alex and Michael provide some players to keep an eye on, including last year's round-one leader, Hideki Matsuyama.

As the one year anniversary of the Covid shutdown draws closer and closer, Alex is Tuned In to reliving live concert experiences, while Michael is reliving childhood with the new "Tom and Jerry" movie (13:46).

This week's guest, Hardy, is a fixture at Boston's 98.5 The Sports Hub, where he hosts a daily golf show. Hardy shares his love of the game, and what it's like being a part of over 20 hours of live sports radio every week (17:10).

Spring Training baseball continues, and Alex is just throwing money at it (48:08). March Madness is also right around the corner, and you can join the CoL March Madness Bracket Pool by clicking here (49:12).

And as the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about their newest golf snack, Tosi (50:30).

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It was a busy week in golf, but at the WGC Workday Championship, Collin Morikawa walked away with a big win (1:43) as he and almost every other golfer wore Sunday Red in honor of Tiger Woods after his horrific car crash last week (5:23).

Across the world of golf we also saw Annika Sorenstam return to the LPGA and make the cut (7:03), Branden Grace takes an emotional win at the Puerto Rican Open (8:42), past guest Joseph Winslow wins big (10:10), and as Alex said last week, Happy Gilmore is coming back (11:02)!

This week the PGA Tour heads to Bay Hill for the Arnold Palmer Invitational, and Alex and Michael share some early picks with another star studded field (13:00).

In Tuned In, Alex is watching the new Montanabama Shore on MTV, while Michael watched a train wreck of an evening for the Golden Globes (15:00).

This week's guest is Korn Ferry Tour pro Austen Truslow, who shares with Alex his journey to being in the top 50 on the Korn Ferry Tour, chipping one handed, and what it was like to dunk a hole-in-one in Puerto Rico (18:03).

It's getting closer and closer to the start of March Madness, and it's time to join our Bracket pool (48:54)! Click here to join!And don't forget to send Alex $5 (Venmo: alexl9187 or send us a DM).

As Alex and Michael #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about cereal, a food that has been blowing up in the covid world (50:07).

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