The Smylie Show

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are back on a mid-December Smylie Show with a triple feature: the Tiger Woods vs Scottie Scheffler debate, an interview with the founder and CEO of Swag Golf, Nick Venson ... and, of course, more commentary on UNC's shock hiring of Bill Belichick as their next head football coach. We begin the show with Charlie sporting a Drake Maye jersey and firing off some Tar Heel homer takes, only to have his enthusiasm dampened by noted LSU Tiger Smylie. When the golf talk finally begins, it is Scottie Scheffler's ninth win of 2024 at the Hero World Challenge that revived some hot-take comparisons online to Tiger Woods' best seasons. In particular, SK and CH take a look at Tiger in 2000 and Vijay Singh in 2004 in comparison to Scottie in 2024. The second half of the show features Smylie's conversation with Nick Venson, the founder and CEO of Swag Golf. Nick charts his fascinating journey from a kid who collected Scotty Cameron putters, to producing a special line of headcovers for the USA Ryder Cup team, to now making his own Swag putters via an innovative process. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 00:53 - UNC Football 04:17 - Bill Belichick Legacy 09:25 - Greatest of All Time Debate 15:36 - Comparing Scottie Scheffler's 2024 Season to Tiger's 2000 Season 18:17 - Tiger Woods' Strong Handshake 19:25 - Scottie vs. Tiger and Vijay: A Comparison 22:30 - Scottie’s 2024 vs. Palmer and Nicklaus 25:10 - Why Tiger Woods Remains Relevant 26:30 - Scottie and Vijay 34:05 - Ranking Scottie's season 41:45 - Interview with Nick Venson of Swag Golf 44:30 - Nick's Entry into the Putter Business 46:35 - Nick's Journey in Starting Swag Golf 51:40 - Inspiration Behind Putter Designs 55:10 - Engaging the Younger Generation 57:30 - Strategy Behind Limited Releases 1:00:26 - Swag Ryder Cup Captain’s Gift 1:03:59 - What's New from Swag Golf 1:05:31 - When Did Swag Golf Achieve Success? 1:08:19 - Nick's Insights 1:10:00 - Wrapping Up

16 Des 20241h 11min

Jessica Korda opens up about stepping away from the LPGA Tour, her journey into motherhood, and plans for a potential 2026 comeback. She shares candid insights about balancing family life with professional golf, her incredible travel experiences, and what it's like being part of one of golf's most talented families. Get an inside look at the demanding LPGA Tour schedule, and hear Jessica's perspective on the tour's evolution since her 2011 debut. She discusses her back injury, the challenges of LPGA Tour travel, and how becoming a mom has changed her outlook on the game. Plus, Jessica shares never-before-heard stories about growing up with sister Nelly Korda and brother Sebastian, revealing the competitive spirit that drives their family's success across golf and tennis. She also gives her thoughts on the future of women's golf and her upcoming role at the Grant Thornton Invitational. A must-watch conversation about family, professional golf, and finding balance in life at the highest level of women's sports. Make sure to like and subscribe for more golf insight! #golf #lpga #jessicakorda #nellykorda #womensgolf #golfpodcast #progolf #lpgatour CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 01:10 - Life Updates 07:00 - Current Golf Status 17:47 - LPGA Tour Schedule & Travel 20:44 - Professional Packing Tips 21:37 - Golf in Asia 23:20 - Money Influx in Women's Golf 25:00 - Saudi Involvement in Women's Golf 28:50 - Favorite Airlines 32:50 - Improving the LPGA Tour 35:23 - Czech Heritage & Athlete Parents 42:00 - Runs in the Family 51:30 - Playing vs. Nelly 57:30 - Outro

12 Des 202459min

On this episode of The Smylie Show, join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme as they recap the Hero World Challenge! They break down yet another "inevitable" Scottie Scheffler performance en route to his ninth win in 2024, recap Tiger Woods' commentary as Smylie sat alongside him in the booth, and discuss a Justin Thomas equipment change that could pay major dividends in 2025. The guys also dive into Charlie's experience at the Butch Harmon School of Golf, College Football Playoff selection drama, and the wild Bill Belichick to UNC rumors.   Highlights: • JT's new 46-inch driver and the distance he's added • Scottie Scheffler's new putting grip • Tiger Woods' insights from the broadcast booth • 2025 major championship predictions • College football playoff controversies and Bill Belichick   CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Welcome back 05:24 - Charlie’s Butch Harmon Experience 08:02 - Scottie Scheffler is Inevitable 10:18 - Scottie’s New Putting Grip 17:00 - Scottie’s Ball Striking Analysis 18:45 - Tiger Woods in the Booth 22:16 - Scottie Scheffler vs. Tiger Woods 25:50 - What's Ahead for Scottie Scheffler 29:03 - Justin Thomas 38:54 - Final Thoughts on the Hero World Challenge 41:08 - Tiger in the Booth and Smylie Show Potential 47:10 - UNC Football and Bill Belichick Discussion 51:11 - College Football Playoff 57:47 - College Pick'em Winner Announcement 59:54 - Next Guest: Jessica Korda

10 Des 20241h 1min

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are joined by Sports Illustrated's Bob Harig (live from a Delta Lounge in Atlanta!) to discuss a Bloomberg report that the DP World Tour is in negotiations with LIV Golf to reinstate previously suspended members. Bob charts the progression of the PGA TOUR/LIV/DP World Tour relationship, and discusses potential implications for the PGA TOUR if LIV and the DPWT can cut a deal. Smylie and Charlie then recap Ryggs Johnston's surprise win at the Australian Open and preview the Hero World Challenge. Is the golf world heading for a shakeup? Tune in for all the insider takes!   Highlights: • Bob Harig explains the complexities of the DP World Tour-LIV negotiations • The guys discuss the impact on PGA Tour players and events • Charlie's Thanksgiving fried turkey adventure • A look at the rising stars coming through different Tour pathways   Don't miss Smylie's upcoming pro-am appearance and his promise to "get his steps in" at the Hero World Challenge.   #golf #pgatour #livgolf #dpworldtour #golfpodcast #heroworldchallenge #australianopen #pgatour #livgolfnews #livgolf #golfpodcast #golftips #golfcoach #golfchannel #golftrip   CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 02:16 - LPGA Commissioner Stepping Down 06:34 - Fried Turkey Report 10:26 - Mack Brown Getting Fired 14:35 - Introduction to Bob Harig 15:53 - Bob Harig Joins the Show 17:00 - LIV and DP World Tour Negotiations 26:59 - PGA Tour's Reaction 27:57 - Future Implications 29:15 - Greg Norman’s Regrets 33:20 - DP World Tour's Influence 39:42 - PGA Tour's Market Position 44:40 - Policy Board Changes 52:59 - Bob Harig Discussion 53:37 - DP World Tour News Wrap-Up 53:38 - Ryggs Johnston Wins Australian Open 58:29 - PGA Tour Player & Rookie of the Year 1:00:41 - Summary and Conclusions 1:02:53 - Hudson Swafford Update 1:07:28 - Thomas Pieters Joins 4 Aces 1:08:33 - Hero World Challenge Preview 1:11:51 - Final Thoughts 1:12:25 - Like & Subscribe

4 Des 20241h 12min

Join Smylie Kaufman as he gets a masterclass in short game technique from renowned coach and friend of the show James Sieckmann at Shadow Ridge Country Club in Omaha, Nebraska  - and watch the full tutorial on our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesmylieshow Learn how to practice your short game the right way with this comprehensive lesson covering putting, chipping, bunker shots, and wedges. Watch as Smylie and James show you effective practice methods and thought processes to help you shave strokes around the green! Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just starting out, this video is packed with valuable tips and drills. From the basics of setup to advanced shot-making techniques, James Sieckmann breaks down the essentials of a solid short game, and how to unleash your inner competitor on the course. CHAPTERS: 0:02:09 - Intro 0:04:09 - Putting Warmup and Analysis 0:06:18 - String Drill 0:10:16 - Star Drill 0:18:47 - Short, Medium, Long Game 0:22:08 - Gate Game 0:28:59 - Chipping Analysis in James' Academy 0:33:35 - Chips to Open Space 0:37:54 - 1-2-3 Trajectory Drill 0:42:07 - Picking a Target 0:47:30 - Proximity Game 0:55:10 - Bunker Shots 0:58:39 - Check Your Splash Mark 0:59:09 - "Slap the Line" 1:03:19 - Bunker Proximity Game 1:07:09 - Plugged Bunker Lies 1:10:39 - Wedges / Pitching 1:14:39 - Yardage Matrix 1:17:09 - Using the Ground / Force Pedal Drill 1:18:39 - Staying Connected 1:20:24 - Practicing Random Yardages 1:23:59 - Practicing Situational Shots 1:29:39 - Where to Find More From James Sieckmann 1:31:12 - Outro

2 Des 20241h 34min

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme cover a busy November week of golf news, ranging from the PGA TOUR season finale to a big win for "Smylie" on the DP World Tour. SK and CH discuss the swing changes that led Maverick McNealy out of a period of injury and into his first TOUR win, another incredible performance for Luke Clanton as an amateur, and the finalized FedEx Cup Top 125 list that saw fan favorites on either side of that line. Smylie and Charlie also cover some recent off-the-course news, including the PGA TOUR Policy Board's approval of sweeping changes to card and field sizes in 2026, and DP World Tour membership for LIV players that could have ramifications for the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage.

25 Nov 20241h 18min

Max Greyserman joins Smylie Kaufman to discuss his journey to the PGA Tour and the challenges he faced along the way, from injuries and an extended stay on the Korn Ferry Tour to his current position - the 37th-ranked player in the world, and qualified for 2025 PGA TOUR signature events. We look at Max's swing via an innovative AI tool, hear some great stories about Max's friendship with Nico Echavarria, reflect on a scorching finish to 2024 that's seen Max finish top-five in four of his last six starts, and take a look at Max's doppelganger on Tour to see if there's a resemblance.   0:26 Max Greyserman's Journey in Golf 4:21 Downtime and Hobbies 8:27 Overcoming Challenges and Injuries 12:23 The Role of Coaching in Success 16:27 Mental Perspective and Growth 20:18 First Half of the PGA Tour Season 23:26 Cultural Background and Language Skill 25:02 Friendship and Competition on Tour 28:51 Utilizing Technology for Golf Improvement 33:22 Reflections on Recent Tournaments 37:23 Learning from Mistakes in High-Pressure Situations 44:43 Mindset and Preparation for Future Success

21 Nov 202453min

Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme for another episode of The Smylie Show! In this episode, they discuss the weekend in golf around the globe, top 100 courses, the Tyson vs. Paul fight, LSU football, and more! Follow our socials @thesmylieshow everywhere! CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Happy Birthday Charlie + Birmingham Trip 07:48 - Smylie's Golf Performance 12:38 - DP World Tour Championship 15:16 - Rory McIlroy's Emotional Victory 18:50 - Rory's Schedule 29:50 - Rafael Campos Wins Bermuda Championship 34:30 - Wesley Bryan 36:50 - RSM Classic Preview and Insights 43:14 - FedEx Cup Standings Update 45:00 - Golf Magazine's Top 100 Courses 1:08:10 - Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul 1:15:51 - Netflix’s Live Coverage 1:29:05 - Final Thoughts and Reflections 1:32:54 - Upcoming Content Preview

18 Nov 20241h 30min