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50 Things That Changed Golf

Golf Digestwww.golfdigest.com
The 50 Things That Changed Golf podcast is hosted by Shane Ryan and Jamie Kennedy. Each episode dives deep into moments and events in golf history that have shaped the sport we all love. Every two weeks, join for a walk back in time, with some humour and made-up awards mixed throughout.
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Episodes

Episode 78: The Masters! Dustin Johnson, Jordan Spieth & More

It's the first major of the year, and Dustin Johnson, Jordan Spieth, Jason Day, and Phil Mickelson all weigh in on their chances at Augusta National. while Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman, Ryan Herrington, and Alex Myers discuss the week's most pressing storylines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 05, 201731 minSeason 1Ep. 123

Fantasy Fix: The Masters

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall break down the field for the 81st Masters, identifying some favorites and some sleepers to consider as you fill out your fantasy lineup for the year's first major. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 03, 201733 minSeason 1Ep. 122

Episode 77: Where have all the golf writers gone?

Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington, Jaime Diaz and Tim Rosaforte discuss the state of the golf media and how the industry is undergoing a contraction that has meant fewer newspapers and print outlets covering the game. Our discussion ventures into what means for fans and how the media landscape is evolving. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Mar 30, 201733 minSeason 1Ep. 121

Fantasy Fix: Shell Houston Open

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall discuss the fantasy prospects at this week's Shell Houston Open, where the tournament mimics the course conditions found at Augusta National for those using the event as final preparation for the Masters. The guys discuss the favorites, like Jordan Spieth, and value picks, like Peter Uihlein, in the new FanDuel golf fantasy games. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...

Mar 29, 201726 minSeason 1Ep. 120

Episode 76: Tommy's Honour director Jason Connery

Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington speaks with Jason Connery, director of the soon-to-be-released golf movie "Tommy's Honour," a film about Old and Young Tom Morris, the legendary father-son Scottish duo who changed the face of golf in the late 19th century. Connery, son of famed actor Sean Connery, explains the directing process as well as the challenges of making a golf film set more than 120 years ago. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti...

Mar 28, 201731 minSeason 1Ep. 119

Fantasy Fix: WGC Match Play and Puerto Rico Open

The PGA Tour splits this week, with top players heading to the World Golf Championships-Dell Technologies Match Play, and others heading south for the Puerto Rico Open. Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall break down both events. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 22, 201730 minSeason 1Ep. 118

Episode 75: A Tiger sighting! And more listener calls!

Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman and Keely Levins discuss Tiger Woods' recent promotional appearance in support of his new book, and speculate on when he might play again. Plus, more listener calls. To have your question answered on the Golf Digest Podcast, leave a message at 212-286-1812. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 21, 201719 minSeason 1Ep. 117

Episode 75: Justin Rose

Justin Rose joins Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington for this week's podcast. Seven months removed from winning his Olympic gold medal, the 36-year-old Englishman discusses his new appreciation for the accomplishment, putting it in context as he prepares for the 2017 major season. He also shares a fun story of his son's mishap with the medal while playing with it one day at their home. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of person...

Mar 16, 201717 minSeason 1Ep. 116

Fantasy Fix: Arnold Palmer Invitational

Golf Digest's Joel Beall and Stephen Hennessey discuss this week's Arnold Palmer Invitational and who are the best bets to take in your golf fantasy lineup. As usual, the pair explore the merits of picking the defending champion—in this case Jason Day—even if he hasn't been quite on form in recent weeks. Come for the banter, stay for the expert picks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Mar 15, 201719 minSeason 1Ep. 115

Episode 74: David Feherty & more listener calls!

Golf Channel & NBC host David Feherty joins Alex Myers to talk about the new season of his show, "Feherty." Also, Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman and Keely Levins answers more listener calls, including when you should get your kids started in golf, and why you should manage your expectations when you do. To have your question answered on the show, be sure to call us and leave a message at 212-286-1812. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co...

Mar 06, 201730 minSeason 1Ep. 114

Episode 73: The USGA's Thomas Pagel On Big Changes To The Rules of Golf

Thomas Pagel, the USGA's Senior Director of Rules, joins Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman and Ryan Herrington to talk about the potentially groundbreaking rules changes the USGA announced it is considering. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 01, 201734 minSeason 1Ep. 113

Fantasy Fix: WGC Mexico Championship

Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall discuss Rory McIlroy's return to golf at the first World Golf Championship of the season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 28, 201720 minSeason 1Ep. 112

Episode 72: More Calls! How To Play A Top 100 Course & What's Up With Tiger

Golf Digest editors Sam Weinman and Keely Levins answer a series of listener calls, touching on everything from Tiger Woods' health, how to play a top 100 course, and what grip you should use. To have your question answered on the air, call 212-286-1812. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 23, 201721 minSeason 1Ep. 111

Fantasy Fix: Honda Classic

The PGA Tour heads east for the start of the Florida Swing in the Honda Classic. Can Rickie Fowler win at PGA National? Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall discuss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 22, 201720 minSeason 1Ep. 110

Episode 71: Bubba Watson, and now, listener call-ins!

Bubba Watson, defending champion of the Genesis Open, talks with Golf Digest's Ashley Mayo about life on tour and dealing with haters on social media. Also, editors Sam Weinman and Keely Levins respond to listener calls. To ask your question, call and leave a message at 212-286-1812. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 16, 201727 minSeason 1Ep. 109

Fantasy Fix: Genesis Open

Golf Digest's Alex Myers, Joel Beall and Stephen Hennessey discuss the players to watch at Riviera Country Club outside Los Angeles for the Genesis Open. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 15, 201728 minSeason 1Ep. 108

Audio Short: Joe Buck's Errant 9-iron

Joe Buck tells the story of his errant approach shot at the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am that struck an old woman. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 11, 20172 minSeason 1Ep. 107

Episode 70: Inside the Hot List

Each year Golf Digest goes through the exhaustive process of rating and reviewing the newest golf clubs on the market. The result is our annual Hot List, which is the best place to start for golfers looking to upgrade their equipment. Golf Digest senior editors Mike Stachura and Mike Johnson join Sam Weinman to talk about putting together the Hot List, what the biggest surprise were this year, and what we can deduct from Tiger Woods' recent move to TaylorMade. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz co...

Feb 08, 201730 minSeason 1Ep. 106

Fantasy Fix: AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am

Our Fantasy Fix gurus Alex Myers and Joel Beall are joined by fellow Golf Digest editor Steve Hennessey to discuss the best bets at this week's AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. Among the topics of discussion: Will two-time AT&T winner Dustin Johnson be finally win again with Wayne Gretzky as his partner? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Feb 08, 201731 minSeason 1Ep. 105

Episode 69: Is Phoenix's Crazy Atmosphere Good For Golf?

No tournament in golf compares to the Waste Management Open considering its rowdy atmosphere. Golf Digest's Sam Weinman, Ashley Mayo, and Brian Wacker discuss whether the scene is good for golf, or if it goes too far. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 01, 201724 minSeason 1Ep. 104

Fantasy Fix: Waste Management Phoenix Open

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall are back, talking about the players they think will play well at the uniquely rowdy Waste Management Phoenix Open. The guys also dish on who they were able to grab in the draft for their golf fantasy league team, Masters of None, and their picks for Super Bowl XL Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Jan 31, 201720 minSeason 1Ep. 103

Episode 68: Maverick McNealy

Stanford All-American Maverick McNealy, the No. 1 ranked amateur golfer in the world, talks to Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington to discuss college golf. McNealy reveals what it's like to try to chase down Tiger Woods' all-time victory mark at Stanford and why after graduating this spring he might bypass professional golf for a job in the business world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Jan 26, 201725 minSeason 1Ep. 102

Fantasy Fix: Farmers Insurance Open

Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall discuss this week's Farmers Insurance Open, including Tiger Woods' return and Jason Day looking to get back to the winner's circle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 24, 201722 minSeason 1Ep. 101

Episode 67: Justin Thomas

With two wins to start 2017, Justin Thomas is the hottest player in golf. He joins Sam Weinman and Ashley Mayo to talk about his new role in helping to feed the hungry alongside Citi, why Jordan Spieth doesn't respond to texts, and why he feels the need to treat himself after a big win. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 20, 201717 minSeason 1Ep. 100

Episode 66: Kyle Thompson

Golf Digest’s Alex Myers talks to Kyle Thompson, winner of the Web.com Tour’s wild season-opening event. Thompson, 37, talks about the crazy weather players faced in the Bahamas, where his winning score was the only under-par total for the week. He also discusses what life is like as a five-time winner on the developmental tour who has bounced back and forth between the PGA and Web.com tours. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and u...

Jan 19, 201726 minSeason 1Ep. 99

Fantasy Fix: CareerBuilder Challenge

Golf Digest editors Alex Myers and Joel Beall are back again, explore the best options for your Fantasy golf lineup at the CareerBuilder Challenge in Palm Springs, Calif. Among the players discussed is Bill Haas, the 2010 and 2015 winner who has earned more money in the event than any player in tournament history. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Jan 18, 201716 minSeason 1Ep. 98

Fantasy Fix: Sony Open in Hawaii

Golf Digest fantasy experts Alex Myers and Joel Beall breakdown the first full-field PGA Tour event of 2017, the Sony Open in Hawaii. Topics for discussion include two-time Sony winner Jimmy Walker's driver tweak, buddies Justin Thomas and Jordan Spieth, and whether Hideki Matsuyama's hot play continues at a tournament where he has never made the cut. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Jan 10, 201716 minSeason 1Ep. 97

Episode 65: The inside story of our America's 100 Greatest Golf Course ranking

Golf Digest senior architecture editor Ron Whitten talks with Sam Weinman about Golf Digest's biennial ranking of America's 100 Greatest Golf Courses, how we construct the ranking, who votes on it, and what makes a great golf course. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 04, 201737 minSeason 1Ep. 96

Fantasy Fix: SBS Tournament of Champions

Golf Digest's Fantasy Gurus Alex Myers and Joel Beall return for the new year with their analysis of the 32-player field at the SBS Tournament of Champions in Hawaii. Among their topics: the pros/cons of taking defending champion Jordan Spieth in this limited-field event. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 04, 201720 minSeason 1Ep. 95

Episode 64: Golf's Top Newsmakers of 2016

Ryan Herrington, Jaime Diaz and Alex Myers discuss golf's biggest newsmakers in 2016. The conversation touches on memorable players (Dustin Johnson, Rory McIlroy, Jordan Spieth) and moments (Ryder Cup, Olympic golf) as well as the passing of Arnold Palmer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 21, 201632 minSeason 1Ep. 94
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