In the first of TWO special U.S. Open episodes, Sean Zak dives into the history of Phil Mickelson's runner-up finishes at the U.S. Open, told through the lens of people who saw it up close and personal. In this episode, we discuss Mickelson's first three runner-ups: 1999 at Pinehurst, 2002 at Bethpage and 2004 at Shinnecock Hills. Enjoy!

Phil Mickelson's U.S. Open Heartbreak, Part 1

The staff at GOLF.com has poured over the final round broadcasts of the most exciting Masters tournaments of all-time. On A Pod Unlike Any Other, we break down every element, from the ridiculous fashion trends to the sappy broadcast puns to, yes, the most historic golf shots at Augusta National.

We'll bring you new episodes each week looking back at a specific year in time at the Masters, starting with Tom Watson's victory over Jack Nicklaus and Johnny Miller in 1981.

Be sure to check out our eight episodes from Season 1, starting with The Golden Bear in 1975 all the way to the absolute mayhem of 2011.

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The staff at GOLF.com has poured over the final round broadcasts of the most exciting Masters tournaments of all-time. On A Pod Unlike Any Other, we break down every element, from the ridiculous fashion trends to the sappy broadcast puns to, yes, the most historic golf shots at Augusta National. We'll bring you new episodes each week looking back at a specific year in time at the Masters, starting with Tom Watson's victory over Jack Nicklaus and Johnny Miller in 1981. Be sure to check out our eight episodes from Season 1, starting with The Golden Bear in 1975 all the way to the absolute mayhem of 2011.

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