Charlie Eisenhood and guest host Brian Earhart discuss the latest sponsorship news and discuss how the player market has changed in 2024 (4:30). They also look at the PDGA's settlement with Natalie Ryan (23:00) before diving into a 30 Second Rule touching on European Silver events, Worlds in Finland in 2025, Joe Chargualaf leaving as the PDGA Executive Director, and Ricky's Bitcoin Bonus (31:15).

Sponsorship News, Natalie Ryan Settlement, 30 Second Rule

The Upshot is Ultiworld Disc Golf's news and analysis podcast, hosted by Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield. From the business of disc golf to the most compelling competition, The Upshot breaks down the biggest topics in the sport.

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Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield open up some listener mail and then preview the Dynamic Discs Open as the tour heads west.0:00 Listener Mail2:30 PDGA Perks & Missing UDisc13:20 Proper Role of Media on Course18:45 Tattar's Forehand, Too Much?26:45 Spectator Rules33:50 DDO Preview & Course Changes44:40 DDO Picks

Mailbag, DDO Preview

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield interview 2024 Champions Cup winner Andrew Presnell about his first-ever major win (and major top 10!) before discussing the weekend overall, including Eveliina's win, Eagle's tough start, the ongoing ascendance of European players, and more.0:00 Champions Cup Winners8:30 Andrew Presnell Interview11:45 Succeeding at Northwood17:30 Losing his Putter Mid-Round24:35 How to Reliably Hit Gaps30:00 The Win, and the New Swarm Mold40:30 Presnell's Resolve Nets Unexpected Victory54:40 Other MPO Storylines1:06:15 Trivia Question of the Week1:09:00 Salonen leads European Wave1:25:00 Champions Cup Picks Review, #PurseWatch, Hole 18 Review

Champions Cup Recap, Andrew Presnell

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the security threat from the Music City Open before previewing the Champions Cup, where they take a deep dive into player performance at Northwood, make some fun predictions, and lock in their picks.0:00 MCO's Suspension of Play13:30 Champions Cup Preview15:15 Tattar vs Missy, Recent MPO Results28:00 MCO's Poorly Tuned Course32:45 Champions Cup Burning Questions40:10 Surprise Winners, Weather Impacts48:00 Champions Cup Picks

DGPT Security, Champions Cup Preview

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the 2024 Music City Open and some fantastic performances from Simon Lizotte and Kristin Tattar. They also interview the TD of Champions Cup, Nate Heinold, about the upcoming event, the latest at the PDGA, and more.0:00 Lizotte's Dominance at MCO13:00 Other Notable MPO Performances20:30 The Tattar vs Handley Battle28:30 Kristin's Mental Edge, #PurseWatch37:20 Nate Heinold Interview39:10 Champions Cup Notes46:35 Ledgestone & WR Jackson51:40 The Worlds Courses59:40 PDGA Summit & DG's Waning Interest1:08:15 NBA/NHL Playoff Picks

MCO Recap, Nate Heinold

Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield tackle a huge 30 Second Rule segment before getting you ready for the Music City Open in Nashville.0:00 Will Eagle Play?6:55 30 Second Rule & #Pursewatch17:35 Creating Good Branding22:40 Hot Button Sports News29:00 Lizotte's Presser33:00 Music City Open Notes43:25 MCO Picks

Sponsorship News, Natalie Ryan Settlement, 30 Second Rule

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