America's Caddie Michael Collins joins me in this bonus episode of Next on the Tee. Michaels shares his story of how wanting to make his mom laugh put him on the path to becoming a comedian. We hear about how he got over the fear of going up on stage the first time and the rush of getting that first laugh. Michael tells of meeting his first PGA Tour Pro, Omar Uresti, and how laughter helped Omar relax during that round of golf. It led to Michael getting inside the ropes, and then inside the...
Apr 06, 2023•55 min•Season 10Ep. 7
We talk all things Masters in this episode of Next on the Tee with my guests Tom Patri, Donnie Hammond, Jane Blalock, and Keith Stewart. Tom Patri shares his favorite Masters memories, whom he likes to be at the top of the leaderboard Sunday evening, and the lengthening of the 13th hole. We also hear his thoughts about what it would be like if one of the LIV players were to win. Donnie Hammond shares his memories of playing in The Masters. We hear about his first drive up Magnolia Lane, the prac...
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 57 min•Season 10Ep. 6
This is the 10th year in a row that I've been blessed to spend time with Gary Player prior to Masters week. This year we talked about: His search to still play better at 87 years of age. How he kept his mind and body sharp back when traveling from tournament to tournament in the 1950s & 60s was much more of a grind than it is now. If LIV Golf will have longevity. The importance longevity should play when thinking of the greatest players of all-time. Could we be embarking on a new era Big 3 w...
Mar 31, 2023•37 min•Season 10Ep. 5
On this episode I'm joined by 4-time winner on the PGA Tour and one of the all-time great ball strikers Tim Simpson, former President of the PGA of America and now President of Golf Nation Suzy Whaley, former PGA Tour Pro now one of the all-time great Broadcasters Frank Nobilo, and the Director of Golf at Caledonia Golf & Fish Club and True Blue Golf Club in Myrtle Beach, Bart Romano. Tim Simpson and I start off talking about the mental game and the work he's doing with a company called Cere...
Mar 29, 2023•1 hr 53 min•Season 10Ep. 4
Bob Ford shares his thoughts on why I'm right that the ball does need to be rolled back and should have been years ago. We also hear what it was like for him as a first-year Assistant Pro at Oakmont, living up on the third floor of the clubhouse.
Mar 29, 2023•23 min•Season 10Ep. 3
John Hughes also weighs in on rolling back the ball plus we talk about the Club Pro crisis. John also give us a playing lesson on how ball position impacts ball flight and a tip for how to get your body prepared for the new golf season.
Mar 29, 2023•29 min•Season 10Ep. 3
Jack Curry introduces us to Skoni golf shoes which won Best in Show at this year's PGA Merchandise Show. We hear how they created a shoe that you can wear all day at the office or out and about and then go right to the first tee. We hear why their revolutionary sole won't wear out with daily wear. Jack also updates us on all the great new, fun designs they have this spring at 2undr. When you do your spring cleaning, clean out that underwear drawer and get the ones the pros are wearing. You can u...
Mar 29, 2023•31 min•Season 10Ep. 3
Tom Patri tries to explain why I'm wrong for agreeing that the golf ball needs to be rolled back. We also talk about what The Masters Champions Dinner and what the tournament might be like with the LIV players invited back to the dinner and in the field.
Mar 29, 2023•26 min•Season 10Ep. 3
This week on Next on the Tee I was joined by two of the Top Instructors in the game Tom Patri and John Hughes plus PGA Professional Hall of Famer Bob Ford, and 2UNDR VP of Sales and Skoni Founder Jack Curry. Tom Patri tries to explain why I'm wrong for agreeing that the golf ball needs to be rolled back. We also talk about what The Masters Champions Dinner and tournament might be like with the LIV players invited back to the dinner and in the field. Bob Ford shares his thoughts on why I'm right ...
Mar 22, 2023•1 hr 47 min•Season 10Ep. 3
John Cook starts off by talking about the influence Tom Weiskopf had on his life and career. We hear his thoughts on rolling the ball back plus memories from his wins at the 1983 Canadian Open over Johnny Miller and Jack Nicklaus, and setting the PGA Tour record for low 54-hole total at the 1996 FedEx St. Jude Classic.
Mar 18, 2023•43 min•Season 10Ep. 2
Hal Sutton takes us back to his 2 wins at The Players Championship in 1983 by 1 shot over Bob Eastwood and in 2000 by 1 stroke over Tiger. Hal shares his thoughts on rolling back the ball and whether we're in the midst of a new Big 3 with Scheffler, Rahm, and Rori.
Mar 18, 2023•21 min•Season 10Ep. 2
Rob Strano takes on the course at The Players Championship. Rob hosted a camp for deaf players on the grounds that week. We also get a taste of the Veterans Appreciation Event and what TV doesn't do justice to regarding the course. Rob also shares his thoughts on the idea of rolling back the golf ball plus helps us hit better pitch shots from 40-60 yards off the green.
Mar 18, 2023•29 min•Season 10Ep. 2
In this episode, I'm joined by Top Instructor and Host of The Golf Kingdom TV Show Rob Strano, 1983 PGA Champion and 2x Players Champion Hal Sutton, and 21-time winner between the PGA Tour & Champions Tour, John Cook. Rob Strano takes on the course at The Players Championship. Rob hosted a camp for deaf players on the grounds that week. We also get a taste of the Veterans Appreciation Event and what TV doesn't do justice to regarding the course. Rob also shares his thoughts on the rollback o...
Mar 15, 2023•1 hr 38 min•Season 10Ep. 2
We get to hear what it was like for John Mahaffey when he came back from 3 strokes down with 4 holes to play to win the 1986 Players Championship and what it was like standing on that 18th tee trying to win that tournament. We also talk about his wins at the 1979 Bob Hope Desert Classic and teaming with Joann Carner to win the 1982 JC Penney Mixed Team Classic. Plus John is a great writer. We hear about his great murder mystery series of books that started with "Shafted", and the second book in ...
Mar 13, 2023•23 min•Season 10Ep. 1
Jim Gallagher Jr. talks about joining his wife Cissye as an inductee into the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame. We go back and hear about Jim's big win at the 1993 Tour Championship and taking home the biggest check in PGA Tour history at the time. We also talk about what it was like for him to be sitting in the lead after the first round of the 1991 Masters.
Mar 13, 2023•17 min•Season 10Ep. 1
Briston Peterson is the Founder of On Point Golf. Their 3D ball markers have captured the attention and imagination of the golf world. Jim Furyk saw a prototype and now uses one. We hear about the concept, and how it helps improve focus on the putting line so we can make more putts. I know I'll have some in my bag from now on. Check out why Jim Furyk and I like them so much by going online to www.onpointgolf.us
Mar 13, 2023•25 min•Season 10Ep. 1
Tom Patri shares his thoughts on the battle between LIV Golf & the PGA Tour, his time spent with Arnold Palmer, why he thinks we need to watch out for Pierceson Coody, and in our new segment Tom's Tip of the Week, hear why we all need to take our 4 iron out and put a 7-wood in the bag.
Mar 13, 2023•35 min•Season 10Ep. 1
We kick off Season 10 with a bang featuring conversations with my guests 4-time Instructor of the Year Tom Patri, 5-time winner on the PGA Tour Jim Gallagher Jr., 1978 PGA Champion & 1986 Players Champion John Mahaffey, and the Founder of On Point Golf Briston Peterson. Tom Patri shares his thoughts on the battle between LIV Golf & the PGA Tour, his time spent with Arnold Palmer, why he thinks we need to watch out for Pierceson Coody, and in our new segment Tom's Tip of the Week, hear wh...
Mar 08, 2023•1 hr 41 min•Season 10Ep. 1
In this bonus edition of Next on the Tee, I'm joined by Lamkin VP of Aftermarket Sales, Charlie Fisher. Charlie gets us ready for the new golf season by helping us find the right new grips for our clubs. They have a lot of options and styles including some for those of us who have achy joints. Plus he provides tips for how to help keep our grips feeling like new all season long.
Mar 08, 2023•29 min•Season 9Ep. 40
I caught up with former Phoenix Open Champion Tom Purtzer on this special edition of Next on the Tee. Tom shares his insights into what it's like being on the grounds of TPC Scottsdale. We hear about the mayhem when they open the gates and being in the stadium atmosphere on 16. We also hear about his 1 stroke victory in 1984 over Corey Pavin.
Feb 14, 2023•28 min•Season 9Ep. 39
Susan Irby, the Bikini Chef, joins me on this special edition of Next on the Tee. Susan helps us with: New Year's resolutions for losing weight. Nutrition/food items to take with us to keep us sharp during our rounds. The connection between sugar and inflammation. A 30-day bikini/get rid of our dad bod diet. Things that cause belly bloat and how to get rid of it. The benefits of lemon juice shots and apple cider vinegar. How to get flat abs fast. Plus, the children's book she's currently working...
Feb 01, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 9Ep. 38
Nick Buzzell, Founder & CEO of NBTV and Golf Nation joins me in this special segment of Next on the Tee. Nick talks about starting his first production company when he was 15 years old. We hear about his college internship on the David Letterman Show and how he and his father started NBTV back in 2008. We also hear about his Spirits Network and how it allows you to purchase product without interrupting the program you're watching. We wrap up the segment by talking about his new Golf Nation n...
Dec 30, 2022•30 min•Season 9Ep. 37
Have hip, back, or shoulder issues? Does your age qualify you to play on the Champions Tour? If any of those apply to you, Todd Kolb shares tips for how we can still play better golf in his book, "The Bad Lie, Why Traditional Golf Instruction is Failing You (And What To Do Instead). In this special segment of the show, Todd shares drills we can do to ensure we're on the proper plane. He talks about what flaring our toes in our stance can do to help us with our backswing and follow through. For f...
Nov 26, 2022•38 min•Season 9Ep. 36
Jay Revell has written two wonderful book, "The Nine Virtues of Golf" and his latest "Swing, Walk, Repeat". In this special bonus segment of Next on the Tee, Jay talks about the year he spent writing "Swing, Walk, Repeat." He and his family, like all of us, were faced with challenging times during the Covid-19 outbreak. Jay spent time playing a few holes in the evening with his faithful sidekick Leon walking the course with him. Jay used that time to reflect on life and get his thoughts together...
Nov 14, 2022•48 min•Season 9Ep. 35
Billy Mayfair joins me again in this special segment of the show. Billy shares his stories about: Getting through Q-School. Winning the 1987 US Amateur Championship. His first Masters invitation in 1988, finishing T12 there in 1991, and being back in the mix again 15 years later in 2006. Beating Tiger in a sudden death playoff at the 1998 Nissan Open. And we recap this season out on the Champions Tour.
Oct 22, 2022•27 min•Season 9Ep. 34
In this segment Hal Sutton and I start out by talking about his new golf course design project. We also hear which designers have influenced his work. I asked Hal about the burden of expectation placed on him as a young player and what advice he'd give Tom Kim to help him deal with what's coming. Hal joined my guest from last week, Tony Ruggiero, on Tony's podcast Tour Coach and they had one of the most important golf conversations that I've heard in a long time. We recap that conversation which...
Oct 17, 2022•25 min•Season 9Ep. 33
Ross Greenburg has won over 100 major television awards over the course of his career. We talk about the movie he did along with Billy Crystal titled "61" about the 1961 homerun record chase between Mickey Mantle and Roger Maris. We also talk about 3 other films he's done: "Extra Innings From 9/11...20 Years Later", the Disney movie "Miracle" about the 1980 US Hockey Team, and "Jack Nicklaus, Making of a Champion."
Oct 17, 2022•34 min•Season 9Ep. 33
Matthew Laurance starred in the movie Eddie & the Cruisers. He shares the story of a very cool recent event where they showed the movie at a local historic theater in Lexington, Kentucky. The event was used to help raise money for victims of the flooding in Eastern Kentucky. Matthew also didn't hold back his hatred when we discussed LIV Golf.
Oct 17, 2022•27 min•Season 9Ep. 33
This week Tom Patri updates us on how things are going in Southwest Florida in the wake of Hurricane Ian. We hear about how the recovery is going for local residents plus the trickle impact on the local golf scene. Many golf courses won't recover because bermuda grass can't tolerate the salt water dumped on them from the surge. Local PGA Professionals are looking at a very difficult Winter season without golf courses to teach on and students who may not come down this winter because there aren't...
Oct 17, 2022•26 min•Season 9Ep. 33
I close out Season 9 in style with 4 of my all-time favorite guests: Top Instructor Tom Patri, former Actor & Host of Backspin Golf Matthew Laurance, PGA Tour Legend Hal Sutton, and the former President of HBO Sports & multi-time Emmy Award Winning Executive Producer Ross Greenburg. This week Tom Patri updates us on how things are going in Southwest Florida in the wake of Hurricane Ian. We hear about how the recovery is going for local residents plus the trickle impact on the local golf ...
Oct 12, 2022•1 hr 57 min•Season 9Ep. 33
