Episodes

  • 259: Team USA Ryder Cup Captain's Picks Reaction: Keegan's Decision + Potential Pairings

    259: Team USA Ryder Cup Captain's Picks Reaction: Keegan's Decision + Potential Pairings
    Aug 28 2025
    Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down Wednesday's announcement of Team USA Ryder Cup captain's picks, starting with the stunning decision made by Keegan Bradley to not pick himself as a playing captain. Smylie and Charlie discuss why Keegan opted to go with Collin Morikawa instead of himself, and whether Rory McIlroy and other Europeans were playing mind games in the lead-up to Keegan's decision.

    SK and CH also dive into potential pairings, and who they would roll out for the Friday foursomes session which will kick off the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black.

    Chapters:
    00:00 Introduction and Team Apparel Banter
    03:09 Keegan Bradley's Captain's Picks Discussion
    06:00 Analyzing the Team Composition and Rookies
    09:09 Keegan's Decision Not to Play
    11:57 The Dynamics of Team Selection
    12:52 Press Conference Insights and Data Analysis
    15:24 Ryder Cup Format and Strategy
    18:15 Pairing Players for the Ryder Cup
    21:26 Final Thoughts on Team Dynamics
    28:32 Equipment and Pairing Strategies for Bryson
    31:25 Exploring Team Dynamics and Player Compatibility
    33:51 Experience vs. Form: Crafting the Best Lineup
    38:10 Identifying Key Players for Five Sessions
    47:20 Setting the Tone: Importance of the First Day

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    53 mins
  • 258: Tommy Fleetwood's Breakthrough Win + Was This The Best PGA TOUR Season Ever?

    258: Tommy Fleetwood's Breakthrough Win + Was This The Best PGA TOUR Season Ever?
    Aug 25 2025
    Fresh off broadcasting Tommy Fleetwood's long-awaited first PGA TOUR win in 164 starts, Smylie Kaufman joins Charlie Hulme to break down all the action he observed at East Lake, and the massive narrative shift now that Fleetwood has notched win number one. Smylie and Charlie then move down the leaderboard to discuss Ryder Cup implications, and break down the developing four-for-three dilemma that Keegan Bradley faces as we look ahead to Wednesday's captain's picks.

    Finally, SK and CH wrap the show with some truly mind-boggling Scottie Scheffler stats, and award their "Player of the Year Podium" - the gold is obvious, but who wins silver and bronze for Smylie?

    Chapters
    00:00 Intro
    03:45 Tommy Fleetwood's Historic Win
    12:04 Analyzing the Tour Championship Format
    21:07 Ryder Cup Discussions and Player Selections
    48:41 Reflections on the PGA Tour Season
    59:02 Closing Thoughts and Future Expectations


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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • 257: Ryder Cup Captain's Picks with Kyle Porter + Previewing 2025 TOUR Champ & 2026 TOUR Schedule

    257: Ryder Cup Captain's Picks with Kyle Porter + Previewing 2025 TOUR Champ & 2026 TOUR Schedule
    Aug 20 2025
    Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are joined on the latest episode of The Smylie Show by recurring guest Kyle Porter of "Normal Sport" - check his work out at normalsport.com!

    Kyle, Smylie and Charlie review the biggest storylines a week ahead of Keegan Bradley picking the final six players who will represent Team USA in the 2026 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black. Kyle dives deep on season-long trends to identify why the Americans could be underestimated, and lists the six he'd be taking to Bethpage - along with answering whether he'd pick himself to be a player-captain if in Keegan's shoes.

    Smylie and Charlie open the episode reviewing a 2026 PGA TOUR schedule that looks somewhat different from season's past, and look ahead to the 2025 playoff finale at East Lake, making their picks for the eventual TOUR Champion.

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    00:00 - Intro
    01:30 - 2026 PGA Tour Schedule
    10:00 - New Events
    13:40 - Kyle Porter joins the show
    18:45 - Keegan's Dilemma
    24:00 - Team USA predictions
    28:00 - Team Europe predictions
    36:00 - The Ryder Cup excitement
    49:00 - New TOUR Championship format?
    53:00 - Future of the Playoffs
    57:00 - Farewell

    #AHEADpartner #golf #pgatour #golfhighlights #justinrose #jjspaun #tommyfleetwood #smylieshow #smylie #fedexcup #rydercup

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    1 hr
  • 256: BMW Championship Recap & Playoff Storylines + Keegan Conversation

    256: BMW Championship Recap & Playoff Storylines + Keegan Conversation
    Aug 18 2025
    Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the weekend in golf at the BMW Championship, discuss Fedex Cup standings and playoff storylines, and recap some interesting conversations Smylie had on-course at Caves Valley 👀 Tune in Wednesday for an in-depth Ryder Cup preview and US Am recap episode!

    CHAPTERS
    CHAPTERS
    02:15 - Episode start
    08:45 - Golf Recap
    12:00 - Course Review
    15:00 - Fairway Conditions
    18:30 - Scheffler's Play
    21:30 - Chris Gotterup Story
    28:30 - Si Woo on TikTok
    31:00 - Keegan Bradley Talk
    34:00 - Scottie's Signature Moment
    37:00 - Ryder Cup Team
    40:00 - US Amateur
    50:00 - Tour Championship Preview
    55:00 - Final Wrap-Up

    #AHEADpartner #golf #pgatour #golfhighlights #scottiescheffler #bmwchampionship #smylieshow #smylie #fedexcup #rydercup #keeganbradley

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • 255: Ian Baker-Finch: Reflections on a Remarkable Golf & Broadcasting Career

    255: Ian Baker-Finch: Reflections on a Remarkable Golf & Broadcasting Career
    Aug 13 2025
    Smylie Kaufman is joined by Ian Baker-Finch - a beloved golf broadcaster who signed off on an emotional CBS broadcast for the final time at the 2025 Wyndham Championship. Ian takes us through his golf journey - from an early TOUR win at Colonial, to his 1991 Open Championship triumph, the struggles that followed, and finding a fulfilling second act in the broadcast booth.

    Smylie and Ian also trade thoughts on the modern game, from the progression in golf instruction and the way Ian used to create his own yardage books, to the complexity of the modern game - and whether some of that is unnecessary. Ian also shares his insights on the future of golf in Australia, emphasizing the importance of creating more global opportunities for players.

    Check out his book, "Ian Baker-Finch: To Hell and Back," here: https://www.amazon.com/Ian-Baker-Finch-Hell-Geoff-Saunders/dp/1761451642/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0

    CHAPTERS:
    0:00 - Intro
    3:00 - Ian's broadcasting career and final sign-off
    5:30 - Career Highlights
    10:45 - Transition from playing to broadcasting
    15:20 - The influence of Jack Nicklaus and early inspirations
    20:00 - Evolution of golf instruction
    25:40 - Challenges Ian's faced
    30:15 - Reflections on the Open Championship win
    35:50 - The mental and physical toll of professional golf
    40:30 - Transition to broadcasting and finding new purpose
    45:00 - The future of golf in Australia and global opportunities
    50:20 - Closing thoughts and Ian's book release

    #AHEADpartner #golf #pgatour #golfhighlights #justinrose #jjspaun #tommyfleetwood #smylieshow #smylie #fedexcup #rydercup

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    56 mins
  • 254: St. Jude Recap: Dramatic Finish in Memphis + Fedex Cup Rankings Analysis

    254: St. Jude Recap: Dramatic Finish in Memphis + Fedex Cup Rankings Analysis
    Aug 11 2025
    On this episode, Smylie and Charlie dive into the dramatic finish in the first round of the Fedex Cup playoffs. From unexpected leaderboard shifts to the intense playoff between Justin Rose and JJ Spaun, Smylie brings an insider look from a scorcher in Memphis. Plus, insights into the players' strategies and the impact of the new course conditions, analysis on FEC rankings heading into next week, and Ryder Cup implications.

    Chapters
    00:00 Intro
    00:57 Justin Rose and JJ Spaun
    06:06 JJ Spaun
    10:08 Scottie Scheffler
    13:02 Key Moments
    16:01 Playoff Tension
    21:49 Course Conditions and Challenges
    35:30 Justin Rose's Resilience and Career Reflection
    40:39 JJ Spaun's Breakthrough and Consistency
    44:44 Tommy Fleetwood
    51:10 Rickie Fowler
    56:09 The FedEx Cup Bubble and Player Updates

    #AHEADpartner #golf #pgatour #golfhighlights #justinrose #jjspaun #tommyfleetwood #smylieshow #smylie #fedexcup #rydercup

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • 253: Chris Gotterup: Jersey Roots, Winning 🏆 On Tour, and Ryder Cup Goals 🇺🇸

    253: Chris Gotterup: Jersey Roots, Winning 🏆 On Tour, and Ryder Cup Goals 🇺🇸
    Aug 6 2025
    Fresh off a trip abroad that saw him win the Scottish Open and place third at the Open Championship, Chris Gotterup joins Smylie Kaufman on the Smylie Show!

    Chris details his journey from junior golfer in New Jersey to rising star on the PGA TOUR, discussing early influences, challenges faced during the COVID pandemic, and his transition from college golf at Rutgers to Oklahoma. Chris reflects on his stellar recent play, experiences at major tournaments, and his aspirations for the 2025 Ryder Cup.

    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction
    02:50 Chris's Early Life and Golf Journey
    05:34 Transitioning from Rutgers to Oklahoma
    08:22 The Impact of COVID on Chris' Career
    10:47 College Golf Experience and Development
    13:36 Turning Pro and Early Challenges
    16:30 The Importance of Mental Focus in Golf
    19:11 US Open Experience and Performance
    21:55 The Road to the Ryder Cup
    24:35 Reflections on the PGA Tour and Future Goals

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    #golf #pgatour #golfhighlights #golfrecap #smylieshow #smyliekaufman #rydercup
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • 252: Ryder Cup Dilemma: Who Makes the Cut? Plus, Cam Young's Breakthrough Win!

    252: Ryder Cup Dilemma: Who Makes the Cut? Plus, Cam Young's Breakthrough Win!
    Aug 4 2025
    Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme as they dive into Cam Young’s first victory in a runaway at the Wyndham Championship, what it means for him going forward, and how this could shake up the Ryder Cup selections 🇺🇸 They also preview the upcoming tour playoffs, and tease an exciting episode featuring Ryder Cup hopeful Chris Gotterup dropping later this week. Stay tuned, like, comment, & subscribe!

    Chapters:
    0:00 Introduction & Overview
    2:31 Cam Young's Victory
    15:01 Ryder Cup Selections
    30:01 Tour Playoffs Preview
    45:01 Chris Gotterup Interview Teaser
    50:01 Closing Thoughts

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    #golf #pgatour #camyoung #golfhighlights #golfrecap #smylieshow #smyliekaufman #rydercup
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    1 hr