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Nice Grass Nice People

Suave Golf's Kyle Surlow and Steve 'Beige' Berger's sit down every week to discuss the most important and fringiest stories in the world of golf, covering men's and women's professional golf, course architecture, golf business and culture, along with new technology affecting golfers old and new.
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Episodes

US Am notes, American success at the Olympics, and walking is good for you! (Ep. 179)

Kyle and Boat cover both mens and womens golf at the 2020 (2021) Olympic Games and the US Amateur at Oakmont. The guys also discuss a recent article about walking golfers from the New York Times and catch up regarding what courses they've been playing, adapting your golf swing when injury strikes and much more. Hosts Kyle Surlow ( Twitter / Insta ) Jess Stimack ( Twitter / Insta ) This episode is proudly presented by Suave Golf and Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Aug 18, 20211 hr 5 min

Bandon Dunes adding a sixth course? Plus Olympic news and looking back at Morikawa's Open win (Ep. 178)

Jess and Kyle return to discuss Collin Morikawa's win at the 2021 Open Championship and everything else that took place at Royal St. Georges. The guys also cover the latest Olympic golf stories then cap off the podcast by talking about the news that Bandon Dunes Golf Resort could be adding a sixth eighteen hole golf course. Hosts Kyle Surlow ( Twitter / Insta ) Jess Stimack ( Twitter / Insta ) This episode is proudly presented by Suave Golf and Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad c...

Jul 28, 20211 hr

Open Championship preview & summer catch up (Ep. 177)

Kyle and Jess discuss some of their favorite golf moments from the past few months before previewing the 2021 Open Championship at The Royal St. George's Golf Club in Sandwich, England. Hosts Kyle Surlow ( Twitter / Insta ) Jess Stimack ( Twitter / Insta ) This episode is proudly presented by Suave Golf and Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Jul 14, 202158 min

U.S. Open Preview 2021 | Nice Grass Nice People

Chris and Kyle preview the 2021 United States Open at Torrey Pines Golf Course in San Diego, California. Hosts: Kyle Surlow & Chris Derr This episode is proudly present by the following: Suave Golf - Awesome golf vacations for all Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 15, 202157 min

2021 Masters Recap & Bennett Valley GC update (Ep. 176)

Hosts Kyle and Jess recap the 2021 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. In the second half of the episode, the guys discuss the ongoing saga between Bennett Valley Golf Course and the citizens of Santa Rosa versus the city's government. This episode is proudly presented by Suave Golf and Pacific Coast Golf Guide Hosts: Kyle Surlow ( Twitter / Insta ) & Jess Stimack ( Twitter / Insta ) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Apr 14, 20211 hr

2021 Masters Preview | Nice Grass Nice People

Kyle and Chris return to preview all things Masters ahead of the 2021 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Hosts: Kyle Surlow & Chris Derr This episode is proudly presented by Suave Golf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 07, 20211 hr 7 min

Match Play takeaways and Ventura County's public golf is NICE! | Nice Grass Nice People

Friends Kyle Surlow and Chris Derr have united on the podcast airwaves once again! Nice Grass Nice People is their new show where the two guys will discuss what's going on in the world of golf. In this week's episode, the golf nerds talk about the Dell Match Play Championship, where they'd like to see match play incorporated into other PGA Tour events and majors, news from around the world of golf, and finally talk about their recent trip to Ventura County and their experience playing Soule Park...

Mar 29, 20211 hr 16 min

Players Championship preview, Bryson sends it at Bay Hill and a quick BV update (Ep. 175)

The guys are back to talk all about the Arnold Palmer Invitational, where Bryson Dechambeau emerged as the victor, then they look ahead to this weekend's Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass. Other topics on this week's episode include Tiger Woods' car accident, an update on Bennett Valley Golf Course in Santa Rosa, CA, tales from the golf shop and more. Hosts: Kyle Surlow ( Twitter / Insta ) & Jess Stimack ( Twitter / Insta ) This podcast is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Lea...

Mar 10, 20211 hr 6 min

Bennett Valley status update and Max Homa wins in L.A. (Ep. 174)

Jess and Kyle are back to check-in on everything going on with Bennett Valley Golf Course in Santa Rosa, CA as golfers from across Sonoma County and the greater Bay Area rally to preserve the beloved municipal golf course. Afterwards, the guys touch on Max Homa's win at the Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, this weekend's WGC and the recent news regarding amateur golfers and sponsorships. Hosts: Kyle Surlow ( Twitter / Insta ) & Jess Stimack ( Twitter / Insta ) Thi...

Feb 23, 20211 hr 11 min

The uncertain future of Bennett Valley Golf Course, one of the Bay Area's most beloved munis (Ep. 173)

Hosts Kyle and Jess sit down to talk all things Bennett Valley Golf Course. Recently, the city council of Santa Rosa, CA has begun exploring the possibility of closing the golf course to make way for new developments, and the hosts are here to react to everything. Hosts: Kyle Surlow ( Twitter / Insta ) & Jess Stimack ( Twitter / Insta ) This podcast is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Feb 12, 20211 hr 28 min

Another first trip to Mecca w/ Chris Derr (Ep. 172)

Friend of the program and founder of No Gimmes, Chris Derr, joins Kyle to talk all about his first trip to Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, which he returned from just 24 hours before recording this podcast. Host: Kyle Surlow - Twitter | Instagram | website Guest: Chris Derr - instagram | website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Feb 04, 20211 hr 27 min

Professional golf dumps Trump and fans at the Masters (Ep. 171)

The GGP crew discusses all things related the the PGA of America striping Trump Bedminister Golf Club of its hosting duties at the 2022 PGA Championship and the ripple effect it could cause across professional golf. Kyle and Jess also touch on Augusta National's recent announcement that they plan on having 'patrons' on site for the 2021 tournament. Hosts: Kyle Surlow ( Twitter / Insta ) & Jess Stimack ( Twitter / Insta ) This podcast is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn mor...

Jan 13, 202148 min

Bandon Dunes 2020 Recap | Part Two (Ep. 170)

Friends Kyle, Andy, Riem and Boat cover everything from their most recent trip to Bandon Dunes. Topics include how Bandon Dunes dealt COVID restrictions, fun games to play on buddies trips, plus much more. This episode is proudly presented by Golfguide.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 11, 20201 hr 3 min

Sheep Ranch retrospect and stories from the Oregon Coast | Bandon Dunes 2020 Recap | Part One (Ep. 169)

Kyle is joined by friends and golfing degenerates Riem, Boat Stimack, and Andy Fertig to discuss their first experience at the new Sheep Ranch, break down the golf course from every angle, and share some stories from their recent trip to Bandon Dunes Golf Resort. This is part 1/2 of the Golf Guide Podcast's Bandon Dunes 2020 Recap. This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide , serving golfers across the West Coast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Dec 10, 20201 hr 25 min

J.J Jakovac, caddie for Collin Morikawa on the 2020 Masters and his boss' PGA Championship win (Ep. 168)

J.J. Jakovac, caddie for 2020 PGA Championship winner Collin Morikawa joins hosts Kyle and Jess to discuss his boss' win at Harding Park earlier this year and what he's looking forward to at this year's Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Guest: J.J Jakovac Hosts: Kyle Surlow ( Twitter / Insta ) & Jess Stimack ( Twitter / Insta ) This podcast is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Nov 11, 20201 hr 21 min

2020 Masters Preview w/ Chris Derr (Ep. 167)

It's time to get ready for the 2020 Masters Tournament at Augusta National! Kyle and Chris discuss the storylines they'll be paying close attention to, players adjusting equipment ahead of the tournament, betting odds and their picks to win the tournament. Host: Kyle Surlow - Twitter | Instagram | website Guest: Chris Derr - instagram | website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Nov 09, 20201 hr 19 min

PNW Golf Trips Recap (Ep. 166)

Host Kyle Surlow talks about two trips he's made to the Pacific Northwest the past few weeks and shares his thoughts on the golf courses at Pronghorn in Central Oregon, and the new par-3 course at Gamble Sands in North-central Washington. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 02, 202027 min

U.S. Open Recap plus some Graeagle food reviews (Ep. 165)

The guys discuss all aspects of Bryson DeChambeau's victory at the 120th United States Open at Winged Foot Golf Club. Plus Jess shares some tales from the golf shop, and a few food reviews from his recent golf trip up to Graeagle. Hosts: Kyle Surlow ( Twitter / Insta ) & Jess Stimack ( Twitter / Insta ) This podcast is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net & The Seawinds Estate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Sep 23, 20201 hr 2 min

U.S. National Championship Preview (Ep.164)

Boat and Kyle are back to preview all thing U.S. Open at Winged Foot Golf Club, including storylines to follow, picks to win and more. Hosts: Kyle Surlow ( Twitter / Insta ) & Jess Stimack ( Twitter / Insta ) This podcast is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Sep 16, 20201 hr 1 min

Masters Sunday rescheduled again? Plus USGA news and some U.S. Open nuggets (Ep. 163)

It's a big weekend in the world of professional golf on the West Coast, so our host is talking about the Safeway Open at Silverado Resort in Napa, and the ANA Inspiration down in the desert. He also discusses Brooks Koepka's WD from the U.S. Open, previews some other aspects of next week's tournament at Winged Foot, and deliveries some news about the USGA and this year's Masters tournament. Host: Kyle Surlow | Instagram | Twitter This episode is presented by golfguide.net and the Seawinds Estate...

Sep 10, 202031 min

California fires and news catch up (Ep. 162)

Host Kyle Surlow talks about how the fires raging across California has affected everybody, and especially those in the world of golf. Then catches up on news, including July's crazy month for golf equipment sales, the CJ Cup moving to Las Vegas in 2020, Daniel Berger getting snubbed at Augusta and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 26, 202025 min

PGA Championship Recap with Joe 'Butcher Boy' Shasky (Ep. 161)

Collin Morikawa wins the 2020 PGA Championship at TPC Harding Park! Kyle and guest Joe Shasky of 95.7 The Game talk about everything that took place in Southwest San Francisco over the weekend. Host: Kyle Surlow | Instagram | Twitter Guest: Joe Shasky | Instagram | Twitter This episode is presented by golfguide.net and the Seawinds Estate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Aug 10, 202053 min

2020 PGA Championship preview and some tales from the golf shop (Ep. 160)

Jess and Kyle are back to talk all things PGA Championship, which will be taking place at TPC Harding Park in San Francisco this weekend. Jess also shares some tales from the golf shop, and they guys discuss how much they enjoy golf up in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Hosts: Kyle Surlow ( Twitter / Insta ) & Jess Stimack ( Twitter / Insta ) This podcast is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Aug 04, 20201 hr 7 min

Harding Park Preview - 2020 PGA Championship w/ Joe 'Butcher Boy' Shasky (Ep. 159)

We're joined by sports radio host Joe Shasky, aka The Butcher Boy from 95.7 The Game to talk all things Harding Park Golf Course ahead of the 2020 PGA Championship. Host: Kyle Surlow | Instagram | Twitter Guest: Joe Shasky | Instagram | Twitter This episode is presented by golfguide.net and the Seawinds Estate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Jul 29, 20201 hr 25 min

Central Oregon golf weekend recap and looking ahead to the Memorial (Ep. 158)

It's time to recap the Professional Drinkers Amateur Golfers retreat with 2nd-place finisher Jess Stimack. The guys talk all-things golf in Bend, OR, then touch on the past weekend's tournament where Collin Morikawa prevailed over Justin Thomas, then they look ahead to this weekend's Memorial Tournament, hosted by Jack Nicklaus. Hosts: Kyle Surlow ( Twitter / Insta ) & Jess Stimack ( Twitter / Insta ) This podcast is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net and the Seawinds Estate Learn more about...

Jul 15, 202054 min

Bifurcation Ideas, putting struggles, and a few thoughts on Bryson w/ Chris Derr (Ep. 157)

Longtime friend of the program Chris Derr returns to discuss a variety of topics, including some idea for bifurcation between professionals and amateurs, Bryson's potential long-term effect on golf, struggles on the putting green and some idea to consider to help us get over the hump, camping at golf courses and more. Hosts: Kyle Surlow ( Twitter / Insta ) & Chris Derr ( Twitter / Insta ) This podcast is proudly presented by Golfguide.Net and the Seawinds Estate Learn more about your ad choi...

Jul 08, 20201 hr 29 min

Highly Technical Golf Talk #6 - The West Coast's newest golf courses and Scotland story time with architect Brett Hochstein

Architect/Designer Brett Hochstein joins us to discuss some of the Pacific Coast's newest golf courses and developments, future golf architecture design trends, and stories from his time in Scotland at Askernish Golf Links. Courses discussed in this episode include Brambles, Maha, Corica Park, Gamble Sands, Pebble Beach, and Bandon Dunes. Host: Kyle Surlow Guest: Brett Hochstein ( Twitter / Hochstein Design website ) This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide and Seawinds Esta...

Jun 23, 20201 hr 18 min

The 'Bryson Effect', bogus tee times, and looking ahead to the RBC Heritage (Ep. 156)

Hosts Kyle and Jess discuss this past weekend's Charles Schwab Challenge, specifically Bryson DeChambeau's performance and how it could affect youth golf going forward. In this episode, the hosts also discuss the upcoming RBC Heritage Classic at Harbour Town Golf Links, the announcement that fans will not be allowed at this year's PGA Championship at TPC Harding Park, busy Bay Area golf courses and golfers who are attempting to sneak on to golf courses, plus much more. Hosts: Kyle Surlow , Jess ...

Jun 17, 20201 hr 27 min

What we learned from The Match and tales from the COVID golf shop (Ep. 155)

Boat is back to share some stories from the golf shop amidst the COVID pandemic and both hosts share their thoughts on this past weekend's match between Tiger Woods, Peyton Manning, Phil Mickelson and Tom Brady. Hosts: Kyle Surlow , Jess Stimack This episode is sponsored by Golfguide.Net - Use the promo code 'ggpodcast' and save 10% on your next greens fee purchase. Intro beat by the great and powerful broiler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

May 27, 20201 hr 17 min

What it's like to work at a golf course in the COVID-era (Ep. 154)

Jess is back to talk about what it's been like to work at a golf course that's required to abide by state and local social distancing guidelines. The hosts also touch on the two upcoming golf events, the TaylorMade Driving Relief and The Match with Tiger Woods, Peyton Manning, Phil Mickelson and Tom Brady. Hosts: Kyle Surlow & Jess Stimack This episode is proudly presented by Pacific Coast Golf Guide Intro music provided by broiler . Outro music by Treasurer & President Learn more about ...

May 12, 20201 hr 27 min
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