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  • 230: Why Oakmont is the Ultimate Major Test + RBC Canadian Open Recap

    230: Why Oakmont is the Ultimate Major Test + RBC Canadian Open Recap
    Jun 9 2025
    Tune in for the latest episode of The Smylie Show, as Smylie and Charlie dive into what lays ahead for players at one of the toughest major tests at Oakmont Country Club. Smylie gives on-course insight as he recounts his memories from playing there in 2016, and discusses the course changes since then. They also revisit highlights from the RBC Canadian Open, as Ryan Fox outlasted Sam Burns in a 4-hole playoff.

    📌 Key moments:
    - Recap the weekend in golf, including Ryan Fox's playoff win in Canada
    - Preview the US Open at Oakmont, focusing on course conditions and strategies
    - Discuss Rory's driver issues and how they might affect his performance
    - Close the show with Ryder Cup insights and predictions for the season

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    #golfhighlights #pgatour #progolf #golfpodcast #golftrip #pgachampionship #memorial #justinthomas #scottiescheffler #golf #pgatour #oakmontcountryclub #oakmont

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    CHAPTERS:
    00:00 - Intro
    01:17 - RBC Canadian Open Recap
    04:25 - Shipsticks
    04:56 - RBC Canadian Open
    12:49 - Sam Burns
    15:06 - Rory McIlroy Missed Cut
    19:14 - Rory's Driver
    23:55 - Equipment Changes
    27:26 - DraftKings
    31:30 - Rain at Oakmont
    34:30 - Oakmont Course Preview
    38:15 - 2016 US Open Yardage Book
    39:40 - Playing Experience at Oakmont
    53:53 - Oakmont Course Setup
    56:33 - Smylie's Favorite Hole
    01:01:25 - Most Creative Golf Shots
    01:07:14 - Bryson DeChambeau
    01:09:48 - Final Thoughts & US Open Preview
    01:10:26 - Like & Subscribe
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    1 h y 12 m
  • 229: Ben Griffin On PGA TOUR Wins, Playing With Scottie, and DJ Benny Beats

    229: Ben Griffin On PGA TOUR Wins, Playing With Scottie, and DJ Benny Beats
    Jun 4 2025
    Smylie Kaufman welcomes Ben Griffin to the show in the midst of a breakout 2025 that’s seen Ben win twice and vault himself into contention for the USA Ryder Cup team.

    Smylie follows Ben’s journey from side hustling as a DJ at UNC, to giving up golf for a loan officer job, to this year’s rise to the upper echelon of the PGA TOUR. We also take a look at the Carolina blue Schwab Defender that Ben won at Colonial, and hear Ben’s thoughts on what a stern test Oakmont will pose for the U.S. Open having just played the course.

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    #pgatourhighlights #usopen #oakmont #bengriffin #golf #pgatour #progolf #golfpodcast #golftrip #pgachampionship #memorial #justinthomas #scottiescheffler

    CHAPTERS:
    00:00 - Intro
    02:48 - Ben Griffin joins the show!
    08:15 - Moving to Jupiter
    10:37 - Ben's golf journey
    23:17 - Confidence in golf
    25:22 - DJ Benny Beats
    31:10 - Ben’s busy playing schedule
    33:50 - Saving $$ on the Road
    37:00 - How Ben got into TikTok
    42:40 - Gaining ball speed
    52:45 - Winning at Colonial
    56:50 - Carolina Blue Schwab Defender
    01:01:28 - Memorial Tournament
    01:07:34 - Coming up next
    01:08:34 - Like and Subscribe
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    1 h y 9 m
  • 228: What Makes Scottie Scheffler One of the Best Ever?

    228: What Makes Scottie Scheffler One of the Best Ever?
    Jun 2 2025
    After yet another Scottie Scheffler win against a strong field on a challenging golf course, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme zoom out to examine the formula that makes Scottie great, and whether his best attribute might be something other than his elite ball-striking. SK and CH also discuss some bold comments from Jack Nicklaus, and what his statement means about Scottie's place alongside Jack and Tiger Woods as one of the greatest to ever play golf.

    Smylie and Charlie also discuss the latest Ryder Cup standings - in particular, one player who is looking like a lock after a season of consistency and durability. Jordan Spieth and Keegan Bradley are also discussed as they continue to build cases for captain's picks, and why they would or wouldn't be selected.

    Finally, we review big changes to the Tour Championship format, what we expect to see at East Lake in a few months, and whether a more creative solution could have been chosen to conclude the PGA TOUR season.

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    CHAPTERS:
    00:00 - Intro
    04:04 - Scottie Scheffler’s Consistency
    07:52 - How Scottie shoots a score on "off" days
    18:16 - Analyzing Scottie's putting changes
    23:22 - Poopy diapers!
    27:20 - Jack Nicklaus’ comments on Scottie Scheffler
    33:42 - Is Ben Griffin a Ryder Cup lock?
    40:31 - Rickie Fowler qualifies for the Open Championship
    40:55 - The Jordan Spieth Experience
    48:00 - Grading the new Tour Championship format
    1:02:55 - US Women's Open recap

    #ScottieScheffler #golf #pgatour #progolf #golfpodcast #memorial #justinthomas #rydercup #pgachampionship #golffans #pgachampionship #pgatour #pgatourchanges #nbcsports #golfhighlights #golfrecap
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    1 h y 10 m
  • 227: Brad Faxon Discusses Rory McIlroy’s Putting + Pine Valley Stories

    227: Brad Faxon Discusses Rory McIlroy’s Putting + Pine Valley Stories
    May 28 2025
    Smylie Kaufman is joined by Brad Faxon, one of the greatest putters in golf history, to discuss his work with Rory McIlroy over the years. Brad dives into his coaching philosophy, his memorable first session with Rory, and how simple adjustments made a huge difference in Rory’s putting.

    The duo shares stories from Pine Valley, insights into upcoming major championships, and what makes players like Scottie Scheffler and Justin Thomas stand out.

    Get expert takes on the latest in #golf, from #pgatour legends to future stars. Plus, learn how creativity and trust play huge roles in shaping top-tier players like Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler.

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    #pgachampionship #golftrip #justinthomas #scottiescheffler #memorial #usopen #smylie #smylieshow #pgatour #golfhighlights #distancecontrolputting #puttingtrainingaids #rorymcilroy

    CHAPTERS:
    00:00 - Intro
    02:52 - Shoutout to Eagle Point
    05:52 - Brad Faxon Interview Tease
    08:38 - Brad Faxon joins the show
    09:17 - Rory McIlroy
    27:50 - Scottie Scheffler’s Putting Grip Change
    40:49 - Pine Valley
    47:08 - Brad's Excitement for US Open and Ryder Cup
    49:50 - Will Another Irishman Win at Portrush?
    51:16 - Depth of European Team for Ryder Cup
    57:20 - Michael La Sasso Wins NCAA Individual Championship
    01:01:25 - NCAA Championship Bracket Challenge
    01:07:23 - Jackson Koivun
    01:07:50 - Closing Thoughts & Anna Carter's Picks
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    1 h y 9 m
  • 226: Ryder Cup 🇺🇸 Picks for Ben Griffin & Andrew Novak, Rory Skips Memorial, NGLA & Eagle Point Review

    226: Ryder Cup 🇺🇸 Picks for Ben Griffin & Andrew Novak, Rory Skips Memorial, NGLA & Eagle Point Review
    May 26 2025
    Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break away from MDW festivities to discuss Ben Griffin's second PGA TOUR win in a month, and whether he - and his teammate in the first win, Andrew Novak - should make the USA Ryder Cup team at Bethpage Black this fall. Smylie and Charlie also discuss the factors surrounding Rory McIlroy's decision to skip the Memorial Tournament at Jack's Place, and Bud Cauley's incredible comeback story as he returns this week to the site of the car accident that nearly derailed his career seven years ago. Finally, Charlie's travels this week for "work" took him to some amazing golf destinations, and he recaps trips to Eagle Point and National Golf Links of America.

    00:00 Happy Memorial Day! 🇺🇸
    01:20 Discussing Memorial Day plans
    04:14 Ben Griffin wins his second PGA TOUR event at Colonial
    07:19 Discussing the impact of Ben's diet on performance
    10:31 Look AHEAD to Ryder Cup - current points list
    24:15 Team dynamics and who should get Ryder Cup captain's picks
    28:23 Bud Cauley's comeback story
    35:39 Rory McIlroy will skip the Memorial Tournament
    49:14 National Golf Links of America report
    01:01:34 The process of driver testing on TOUR
    01:06:47 Jackson Koivun near earning his TOUR card

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    1 h y 14 m
  • 225: Jason Dufner Interview: Chipping Tips, Dealing With Yips, and 😂 Vijah Singh Stories

    225: Jason Dufner Interview: Chipping Tips, Dealing With Yips, and 😂 Vijah Singh Stories
    May 21 2025
    On this episode, Smylie Kaufman sits down with Jason Dufner for a conversation about his incredible golf journey, from his humble beginnings as a walk-on at Auburn to his triumph at Oak Hill in the 2013 PGA Championship.

    Jason goes in-depth on his putting “yips” and the work he’s done with a Navy SEAL, exchanging stories with Smylie about the mental side of professional golf. He also shares some chipping/pitching tips he’s learned from observing the game’s best, and tells some hilarious Vijay Singh practice round stories.

    #golf #pgatour #pgachampionship #golfpodcast #progolf #jasondufner #scottiescheffler #pga #golfgrip #smylie #smylieshow #vijaysingh #seve #seveballesteros

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    CHAPTERS:
    00:00 - Intro
    02:22 - Jason Dufner joins the show
    05:04 - Walking on at Auburn
    11:05 - Becoming a pro
    15:46 - Chuck Cook
    18:46 - The waggle
    21:40 - The “yips”
    35:04 - 2013 PGA Championship
    41:43 - Helping other pros
    44:35 - Vijay Singh stories & short game tips
    54:02 - Vijay’s shot out of the fairway bunker at Augusta National
    57:20 - Dufnering
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    1 h y 1 m
  • 224: PGA CHAMPIONSHIP RECAP: Scottie Scheffler Wins His Third Major 🏆

    224: PGA CHAMPIONSHIP RECAP: Scottie Scheffler Wins His Third Major 🏆
    May 19 2025
    After a roller coaster Championship Sunday at Quail Hollow, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme react to Scottie Scheffler hoisting the Wanamaker Trophy for his third career major win, which leaves him halfway to a career Grand Slam. Smylie and Charlie also discuss what could have been for Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau, and look a month ahead to the U.S. Open at Oakmont.
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    1 h y 5 m
  • 223: Scottie’s MAJOR 🏆 To Lose? Recapping Saturday At The PGA Championship

    223: Scottie’s MAJOR 🏆 To Lose? Recapping Saturday At The PGA Championship
    May 18 2025
    Moments after watching Scottie Scheffler make birdie at the 18th to stretch his lead to three strokes, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down all the Saturday PGA Championship action from Quail Hollow.

    Smylie and Charlie recap a thrilling five-under-in-five-holes finish to catapult Scottie to the top of the leaderboard, Bryson’s disastrous trip through the Green Mile, and Jon Rahm’s “hunger” to win within striking distance at a major for the first time in a while.

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