Brooks Koepka is officially headed back to the PGA Tour — and the way it happened is just as chaotic as the return itself. In Episode 77 of The Dan Evans Show, we break down the PGA Tour’s brand-new one-time reinstatement pathway for 2026, why it feels written for specific LIV stars, and why others (most notably Phil Mickelson) are completely shut out.

We explain the eligibility rules, who actually qualifies, and the massive penalties attached — including forfeiting PGA Tour equity money, a required $5 million charitable contribution, no FedEx Cup bonus payouts, and no automatic access to Signature Events. Dan also takes you inside a LIV Golf media event where this news broke in real time, sharing the subtle locker-room vibes and moments you don’t get from social media clips.

From Bryson DeChambeau’s noticeably different energy and ongoing contract negotiations, to Anthony Kim’s unbelievable comeback story after relegation, to Tommy Fleetwood quietly stepping away from Nike — this episode covers one of the most unpredictable weeks in modern golf.

If you want real context, behind-the-scenes insight, and the full story beyond the headlines, this is the episode.

0:00 Intro — massive week: Koepka, Anthony Kim, Genesis, Fleetwood
0:31 Golf news overload and nonstop rumors
1:13 Why Brooks Koepka suddenly feels universally loved again
2:04 Brooks Koepka officially back on the PGA Tour
2:39 When and where Koepka returns (Farmers, WM Open)
3:11 PGA Tour’s new one-time reinstatement rule explained
3:52 Who qualifies (majors & Players winners since 2022)
4:22 Bryson, Rahm, Cam Smith — and why Phil is left out
5:37 Penalties: equity loss, $5M charity payment, restrictions
7:55 No FedEx Cup money + no automatic Signature Events
9:18 Can Koepka play his way into Signature Events mid-season?
10:10 Dan on site at LIV media event as news breaks
12:31 Locker room vibes + awkward timing of breaking news
14:09 Bryson DeChambeau’s energy feels different
16:12 Is Bryson the most culturally relevant golfer right now?
19:43 Bryson’s EXIT sign post + press conference body language
21:10 Bryson contract negotiations & massive LIV numbers
22:49 Anthony Kim tweet + majors = freedom conversation
33:17 Anthony Kim relegated… then earns his LIV spot back
36:39 Tommy Fleetwood spotted without Nike (Lululemon rumors)
39:52 Inside Dan’s Genesis VIP experience begins
44:27 PGA National round + insane hospitality details
55:22 TGL night VIP section + Billy Horschel moments
59:39 Wrap-up stories, celeb encounters, closing thoughts

Sports Illustrated's Dan Evans sits down with Thomas Pieters' longtime caddie, Adam Marrow, for an in-depth interview on LIV Golf, Ryder Cup pressure, and the making of the Caddy Clubhouse.

🔑 Topics Covered:

Behind the scenes of Ryder Cup & LIV Golf

What it takes to be a pro tour caddie

Why Adam launched Caddy Clubhouse

Career highs, heartbreaks & hilarious fan stories

The evolution of golf’s biggest tournaments

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It might be the golf offseason, but this is one of the busiest weeks of the year in the game.

On this episode of The Dan Evans Show, the crew breaks down Tiger Woods’ headline-grabbing 50th birthday gala — a black-tie, invite-only Palm Beach event that feels more like a PGA Tour signature than a party. From celebrity guests and championship-dinner menus to Jon Bon Jovi performing live, this birthday has become a full-blown golf culture moment.

The show also dives into the latest LIV Golf news, including confirmed player signings, declined offers, roster shakeups, and how Tiger Woods’ TGL ties may be influencing player decisions behind the scenes. Plus, the PGA Tour continues to evolve as new rules and formats reshape professional golf.

Later in the episode, golf betting analyst Matt Gannon joins the show to pull back the curtain on how professional sharps actually attack golf betting. Matt explains how course scouting, weather conditions, player tendencies, and subtle setup changes can create real edges against sportsbooks — and how everyday fans can think smarter about golf wagers without chasing long shots.

From TGL strategy and hammer decisions to LIV rumors, Tiger Woods’ cultural influence, and the real math behind golf betting, this episode covers the business, entertainment, and competitive future of the sport — all in one place.

Happy New Year!!!

Tiger Woods turns 50 as the golf world looks back on the GOAT’s legacy, iconic wins, and what a Champions Tour future could hold. The crew also breaks down Brooks Koepka’s exit from LIV Golf and what it means for exemptions, suspensions, and the shifting power structure of pro golf, plus early takeaways from TGL Season 2 and how the league’s changes could shape golf’s future.

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Agustín Pizá, founder of Pizá Golf and one of the lead designers behind TGL, joins The Dan Evans Show for a full conversation about how golf is being redesigned from the ground up.

Agustín walks through his journey into golf course architecture, from studying traditional architecture and working in construction to learning from legendary designers and eventually forging his own creative identity. He explains how sustainability, creativity, and necessity shaped his philosophy long before digital golf entered the picture.

The conversation focuses heavily on TGL, where Agustín and his team design holes in a completely digital environment. We discuss what it means to design golf on a true blank canvas, how freedom can be more challenging than constraints, and how risk-reward concepts are reimagined for an indoor league.

Agustín also breaks down how entertainment and competition intersect in TGL, why players must be willing to take creative risks, and how design influences strategy, drama, and fan engagement. This episode is a deep dive into innovation, creativity, and the future of golf.

Dave Schultz joins The Dan Evans Show for a raw, funny, and inspiring deep dive into the grind of professional golf and how a brutal 88 on the Hooters Tour helped launch his second life in the game.

Dave opens up about:

• growing up in Fargo and the passion for golf in frozen winters

• playing Division I golf at TCU and battling through Korn Ferry Tour life

• expenses, cheap hotels, Avis rental car lines, and pursuing the PGA Tour dream

• the mental pressure, missed cuts, Q-School heartbreak, and the emotional burden pros carry

• how the Hole-In-One Show is changing lives by putting amateur golfers under TV pressure

• his journey into media, inspired by his late father and broadcasting family roots

• the moment he almost quit professional golf

• charity impact, future expansion, and raising money through golf TV

The Hole-In-One Show gives amateur golfers two shots at life-changing prizes — including cars and even $1 million — while raising money for charity. Dave explains how the show works, why pressure reveals character, and why amateur golfers struggle more with nerves than pros.

This episode delivers:
✔ real Korn Ferry + PGA Tour stories
✔ inspiring transitions beyond pro golf
✔ media + entrepreneurship insights
✔ moments every golfer can relate to

If you love golf, charity stories, pro-to-amateur dynamics, or raw behind-the-scenes tales from the grind, this episode is a must-listen.

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Davis Big Dawg went viral reviewing school lunches, fast food drops, and limited-time meals — and in this full interview, he joins The Dan Evans Show to tell the entire story.

Davis breaks down how his TikTok account started at a lunch table, the first review that changed everything, and why honesty is the most important part of his scoring system. We talk through Chick-fil-A reviews, predicting scores, the famous peppermint shake, Baja Blast pie madness, the Grinch meal, pickle salt experiments, and why some foods just deserve a low score.

He opens up about Tater Tot Gate, his lowest rating ever, how cafeteria staff and school administrators reacted, handling comments as his audience exploded, and what it’s like being recognized in public at such a young age. Davis also explains what makes a food score high or low, why temperature and texture matter, and how sauces can completely change a review.

The conversation also dives into brand interactions, Slim Jim reacting instantly, fast food scarcity, dream foods to review, Texas barbecue, trying new cuisines, his McDonald’s order, thoughts on the McRib, and why he’s focused on staying authentic instead of copying other creators.

This is the full, uncut conversation with one of the fastest-rising food creators on TikTok.

It’s a very Golf Christmas. From Rory McIlroy’s holiday food takes to Scottie Scheffler winning again, we break down the funniest, weirdest, and most relatable Christmas traditions in pro golf. Plus: PNC chaos, TGL buzz, internet golf moments, and why golf somehow gets even better during the holidays.

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