Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome tour newcomer Ezra Aderhold to the show for the first time (9:18) before talking about the PDGA and DGPT's new arrangement that will have two Majors and the full 2021 National Tour on Disc Golf Network (26:50). They're later joined by Terry Miller and Jon Van Deurzen of Smashboxx to talk about their three-year deal with the DGPT (36:00).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the latest sponsorship deals in the offseason hot stove that hasn't been super hot so far this year before diving into some of the best disc golf gifts -- given and received -- from listeners and the disc golf internet.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome in Brodie Smith for a wide-ranging conversation about his new contract extension with Discraft, his chase for a 1000 rating by year's end, his 2021 plans, and his thoughts about needed changes to the pro disc golf scene.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas react to the Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship finals broadcast on ESPN2 before talking about Eagle's new Discmania deal, Charlie's first TDing experience, and Brodie's impact on the sport. Finally, they discuss what they're putting on their Thanksgiving plates, disc golf style.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss tournament play, disc golf's version of Top Golf, and other wacky topics before welcoming in DGPT Media Manager Mahmoud Bahrani (18:12) to talk about the upcoming ESPN2 broadcast of the DGPT Championship finals and his time at the organization so far. The guys continue their discussion of the ESPN2 deal and what to expect (56:52) after the interview.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas play 20 questions about a crazy 2020, the upcoming 2021 season, and the future of disc golf.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas open up another big batch of listener mail for a postseason Mailbag show. From MMA to the election, there's something for everyone on this episode.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the new PDGA/USAU collab and the DGPT's new January All-Star match play event before interviewing Kevin Jones following his 2020 DGPT Championship win (17:10).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the 2020 Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship and its big paydays, thrilling battles, and close to the season. Hailey King calls in from the road to talk about her first huge tour win. Plus: what were the biggest stories of the 2020 season?
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas break down the USDGC and Women's National Championship with an extended edition of The Upshot! First, the guys talk about USDGC before welcoming in champion Chris Dickerson (28:20). Then they discuss the biggest WNC storylines, including the continued emergence of Heather Young (48:23). Paige Pierce joins the show after that to talk about her 15th major win (1:10:47). Then the guys close it out with some big picture discussion about the future of USDGC before t...
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the final round of the USDGC and Women's National Championship and the lone major champions of 2020!
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the first round of the USDGC and Women's National Championship before Charlie interviews Chris Dickerson (26:08), who's heading into the final round with a four stroke lead.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the second round of the USDGC and Women's National Championship.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the first round of the USDGC and Women's National Championship before Charlie interviews Anthony Barela fresh off his 13-under round (20:04).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk all things USDGC and the Women's National Championship as they break down the contenders and discuss who will improve or regress from a year ago. Later, they're joined by three-time champion Will Schusterick (45:41) before making their picks for both of the year's only Majors.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas break down the current Disc Golf Pro Tour standings and who's got a chance to move up, drop out, and earn byes this weekend at the Jonesboro Open, the final event of the 2020 DGPT regular season. Later, they dive into the USDGC course changes and the Women's National Championship layout. (28:14)
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas catch up on some big personal news, wrap up MVP Open chatter, and turn their attention to the 2021 schedule and the departure of The Memorial from the Elite Series for the first time since 2003. Later, they talk about the USDGC and Women's National Championship media plan and pay-per-view (36:35) and are joined by Central Coast's Ian Anderson (47:06). They close it out by discussing the controversy over the $20+ cost of the tournament and the lack of free cover...
Jamie holds down the fort while Charlie is on Vacation, recaps MVP Open, and a has a can't-miss interview with Paul McBeth. *No Subscriber Bonus Segment this week - will make it up to everyone next week!*
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk with Green Mountain Championship winner Kevin Jones (5:13) before talking about the Green Mountain Championships, Kevin Jones' ceiling, Paige Pierce's comeback win over Hailey King, and the Player of the Year race in MPO (34:04). Later in the show, Tiina Booth and James Bress introduce Metal Toughness, a new mental toughness education program for disc golfers (1:35:26). Plus: MVP Open picks! (1:55:52)
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss pay-per-view disc golf, Brodie Smith's first career win, and the Japan Open before turning their attention to the CBS Sports Network broadcast and whether it achieved its goals. Then they're joined by Hannah McBeth to talk FPO, growing the women's game, and her new podcast, The Par Tee (37:39). They close out the show talking MPO at the Green Mountain Championships and picking their winners for the weekend (1:39:46).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas open up a huge batch of mail to start today's show with some great questions and thoughts from our listeners. Then they welcome in Professor of Economics Pascal Courty, an expert on pricing in sports and entertainment, to talk about the release -- and quick sell-out -- of the Cloud Breaker 2, Eagle McMahon's latest signature disc (1:02:14). After that, the guys discuss their thoughts on the CB2 and what the controversy means to disc golf (1:25:16).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas open up this week's show with a discussion about how to evaluate players before digging into another exciting DGPT event with huge wins for Ricky Wysocki and Catrina Allen. Later, they talk about more Ledgestone stories, share some USDGC news, and evaluate Sunset Hills.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the history that was made at the Idlewild Open as Eagle McMahon won his second straight DGPT event and Ellen Widboom won her first tour event ever. Later in the show, Steve Dodge stops by to discuss the MVP Open, the DGPT in 2020, and his controversial 'pay to volunteer' plan (39:56). The guys close it out by talking about the economics of disc golf and Ledgestone. (1:05:21)
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the PDGA Board Elections and the Mid-America Open before welcoming in two brand new disc golfers (22:45 & 37:49) to talk about their experiences in the sport so far. Plus: the guys preview this weekend's DGPT event, the Idlewild Open (58:40).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about an exciting weekend at the DGPT's Great Lakes Open before welcoming in Eagle McMahon (52:05) for a conversation about his first tour win of 2020.
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas tackle a big batch of mailbag topics, from four majors to smaller baskets to disc loyalty programs to minority representation in disc golf. To close out the show, the guys preview this weekend's Great Lakes Open (1:24:56).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas each list their top 5 players right now in 2020 before bringing in Terry Miller to talk about the Silver Cup (41:20).
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss the DGPT's Preserve Championship and Nikko Locastro's first elite series win in years. Plus: who's the second best player in MPO right now? (17:54) What's up with Eagle? (26:57) How did the Airborn Preserve course stack up? Can Paige Pierce be stopped? (50:35) Finally, the guys debut a new segment called Stack of Putters. (1:08:49)
Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk about the return of disc golf at the Dynamic Discs Open and Paul McBeth and Paige Pierce's strength at the top of the sport. Then they're joined by former Upshot host Steve Hill to discuss the PDGA, the board elections, and more (15:54). Later, DDO second place finisher Missy Gannon drops by to talk about her background in the sport, her continued rise, and her putting skill (1:09:05). The guys close out the show by talking about the CBS Sports Network dea...
Jamie gives Robert a McCall to go in-depth on Dynamic Discs Open preparation, talk about expectations for the players, and what he remembers most from calling the 2019 GBO. Sean Jack stops by in the Subscriber Bonus Segment to talk about how conversations with potential DGPT sponsors has changed during the rapid growth of the sport in the past few years. The Upshot is presented by Pound Disc Golf.
