The Course Of Life

By The Course of Life

The Course of Life Podcast features two life-long golfers talking golf, sports, and pop-culture. Every week, they are joined by celebrity guests offering a new perspective on the game we love.... more

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November 18, 2025Highlights from The ANNIKA and PopStroke CEO Greg Bartoli
Alex reports back from a week in Florida at Soleta and The ANNIKA, plus a chat with PopStroke CEO Greg Bartoli.
Alex started his Florida week off with a trip to the beautiful Soleta Golf Club, outside of Tampa, and shares a conversation with head pro Aaron Crooks about this amazing new course.

Alex then headed to The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge to check out the chilly practice rounds and ask questions of Kai Trump and host Annika Sorenstam.

The DP World Tour wrapped up their season in Dubai, handing Rory McIlroy his seventh career Race to Dubai win, and Matthew Fitzpatrick claiming the DP World Tour Championship in a playoff over McIlroy.

The PGA Tour's incredibly windy Butterfield Bermuda Championship included some runners along the ground instead of flying in the air, one handed putts, and a win for Adam Schenk.

The PGA Champions Tour also came to an end as Stewart Cink claimed the season finale, but more notably, Bernhard Langer's streak Champions Tour seasons with a win finally came to an end at 17.

Back in Texas, Alex recounts what else he did in Florida for his relaxing vacation, while Michael is busy making hundreds of pounds of bread a day as the bakery sprints into the holiday season.

In Tuned In, the guys share a plethora of media that their consuming, including the traveling Broadway show Hadestown, Mariah Carey taking her time to climb the charts, and Harry Potter.

This week's guest is Greg Bartoli, the founder and CEO of PopStroke. From Wall Street to a popular mini golf empire with Tiger Woods, Greg chats with Alex about the journey, plus what makes PopStroke so different.

College Football season rolls on and Alex shares his top teams, which are a bit different from the AP Poll.

The NFL's best still including Alex's Patriots, as Michael's Giants look worse and worse.

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares the great food he had in Marco Island, FL, while Michael prepares his Thanksgiving menu.

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1h 16min
November 11, 2025Geremy Davis talks Football, Golf, and Faith
LIV makes a 18-hole change for 2026, Alex prepare for the LPGA, and a former NFL wide receiver on this week's podcast.
The World Wide Technologies Championship gave one American golfer his third win of the season, thanks in no small part, in his words, to not having to worry about Scottie Scheffler this week.

LIV Golf is making a big change for 2026: expanding to 72 holes. Something that makes them seem a whole lot like the PGA TOUR.

The LPGA finished off their Asian swing with the TOTO Japan Classic, giving one veteran her seventh career win.

Alex is headed to the ANNIKA in Florida this week, and is preparing what exactly he's going to ask the stars that show up.

In Can We All Agree, Alex asks if we can get rid of hand dryers and just go to paper towels, something that Michael is a little hesitant to do.

In Tuned In, Alex shares how their is an AI musical artist climbing the charts, making Michael go mad.

This week's guest is Geremy Davis, the former NFL wide receiver who now hosts Golf and Gospel on YouTube. Geremy chats with Alex about playing in the NFL with Eli Manning, and how he uses golf to share his faith with others.

College football is getting set into its ways as the top teams keep winning, as expected.

In the NFL, Alex's Patriots are poised to be one of the best teams in the NFL after a big road win, making his giddy with excitement.

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Michael asks Alex how long it would take him to shape 450 loaves of challah, something Michael just did at the bakery.

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1h 14min
November 04, 2025Wells Adams on Eating All The Cake on Food Network's Sweet Empire
A LPGA rookie wins again, pondering Tiger's future, and Sweet Empire's Wells Adams on hosting a baking show.
The LPGA's Mayback Championship went to a playoff to produce another win for a tour Rookie. Plus, a look ahead to Alex's trip to the ANNIKA in two weeks.

The PGA TOUR comes back at a Tiger Woods designed course this weekend, and Michael wonders if Tiger will go play on the Champions TOUR.

Halloween has come and gone, and Alex shares his great weekend, while Michael wonders why his neighbors set up tables for the trick-or-treators.

In the new Can We All Agree, Michael fumes about kids taking handfuls and handfuls of candy on Halloween.

In Tuned In, Alex can't believe how bad it was without ESPN and ABC thanks to YouTube TV, plus he wonders if rap is dead.

This week's guest is Wells Adams, the host of the new baking competition show Sweet Empire on Food Network. Wells returns to the podcast to chat with Alex about what it was like hosting the holiday edition of the new show, eating all the cake while the professional judges took small bites, and how religious of an experience it was to play St Andrews this year.

College Football continues to cement its top teams, as Alex shares his top 4 with just a few weeks left.

In the NFL, Alex's Patriots remain atop the AFC East, while Michael's Giants struggle again and former New York QB Daniel Jones continues to show amazing success in Indianapolis.

The World Series ended in LA's favor after seven games, much to the chagrin of Alex and Michael. But the real headline is how it's great to be a ballplayer named Will Smith for the past 5 years.

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares what he's going to do with his leftover Halloween candy, and the guys realize its only 3 weeks till Thanksgiving.

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1h 16min
October 28, 2025Golf in Asia and Another Fired CFB Coach
The golfing world is (mostly) in Asia again this week, plus Alex asks "Can We All Agree?", and another coach bites the dust in the college world.
The Bank of Utah Championship featured an exciting first time winner, who just 7 weeks ago was playing in the lowly PGA Americas Tour.

The LPGA's Hanwha LIFEPLUS International Crown, played in Korea, an annual event with teams from all over the world, once again made Michael ask why we don't have a co-ed event on the calendar.

The DP World Tour's season finale Genesis Invitational, also in Korea, included some Sunday heroics from three players to keep their Tour cards, including one amazing hole-out.

It's late October which means Fall Festivals and more across the country, including the annual East Side Mini Open in Alex's Austin, TX.

In a new segment Alex is calling "Can We All Agree?", he asks for everyone to stop taking full-volume face time calls, and to leave a space between when taking a treadmill at the gym.

In Tuned In, Michael finally watches the viral sensation "K-Pop Demon Hunters," while Alex is catching the new show "DMV."

College Football's Indiana continues to impress, making even Alex come around to them. Meanwhile, LSU fires their coach after a horrific start, but Deion Sanders and Bill Belichick are still at their respective institutions.

In the NFL, the Jets finally break out for a big win, Alex and other Patriot fans are about to become insufferable again, and Michael can feel the pain of the Giants.

The World Series continues and while Alex and Michael pray for anyone but the Dodgers, the guys don't have great faith.

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about what candy will be given out on Halloween night.

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October 21, 2025Comedian Shivani Dave on the joys of making people laugh
Golf returns to Austin, paying to recline on an airplane, and comedian Shivani Dave on this week's podcast.
The PGA TOUR is officially returning to Austin, TX next year with a new sponsor and course.

The LPGA continues their Asian swing, and very quietly a veteran player claims her 13th career win on her home soil.

Tommy Fleetwood is having an incredible past few months as he claims the DP World Tour's new India Championship.

Alex shares a disturbing story of how one airline is testing seats that you have to pay extra for if you want to recline.

Michael caught the start of the Savannah Ghost Pirates hockey season this weekend, and couldn't believe how horrible the officiating was.

In Tuned In, Michael shares his modern review of the live action Scooby Doo movie, while Alex shares the crazy guest star at the Jonas Brothers concert in Austin.

This week's guest is Shivani Dave, an up-and-coming comedian whom Alex knows from their time in high school together. Shivani shares stories of playing tennis in college, transitioning from the business world to comedy, and what its like to workshop jokes and made content.

The NBA season continues without LeBron James, but Alex is most impressed by the Boston Celtics media game against the Celtic's coaches.

College football is losing coaches, but not Bill Belichick (at least not yet). Meanwhile, Lane Kiffin raised eyebrows with a certain photograph, and the game's most famous dog, Peter Herbstreit, is causing a stir on Twitter.

Alex's Patriots continue to roll in the NFL against some of the league's worst, while Michael Giants show greatness one moment, and why they're in the league's basement the next.

The Dodgers dominated the Brewers and Alex asks Michael to compare Shohei Ohtani's game 4 performance to a golfer.

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is puzzled but he new pumpkin peeps, while Michael shares some tips and tricks that work for him on his new diet.

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1h 28min
October 14, 2025Tiger Woods Has Surgery Again and Elizabeth Diane Veith Returns from the Creator Classic
Another surgery for Tiger Woods, the start of basketball and hockey season, and Elizabeth Diane Veith returns to the podcast.
The Baycurrent Classic in Japan gave Max Grayserman another good chance at a win, and another loss for the second straight week.

In Shanghai, the LPGA's best finally rose to the top as the season finally got its first repeat winner and a favorite for player on the year.

Tiger Woods broke big news when he announced he had yet another back surgery. Michael wonders how long till he comes back (if at all), and Alex is in shock at the possibilities.

October is in full swing as Alex's backyard chip-and-putt has turned dull and brown, while Halloween is around the corner and the guys figure out their costumes.

In Tuned In, Michael finally watches "Deadpool and Wolverine" and shares his review, while Alex shares a Channing Tatum update from his wife.

This week's guest is Elizabeth Diane Veith, who returns to the podcast fresh off her appearance in the Content Creator Classic. Elizabeth chats with Alex about playing in the event with fellow content creators, all the different member-guest tournaments she's been in, and life as a mom.

The WNBA season has ended and it's time to crown the Las Vegas Aces as a dynasty. Alex is hoping next season the Indiana Fever, behind a healthy Caitlin Clark, can battle out the Aces in the finals.

The NBA season is starting up, but without LeBron James, who may be out for well over a month. Alex may not miss him, especially after LeBron's poor marketing partnership amid another "decision."

Hockey season is also starting up, but all Michael cares about his college hockey and their Quinnipiac Bobcats.

College football had another crazy weekend, and it's looking more and more likely that Bill Belichick may not finish out the year at UNC.

In the NFL, Alex's Patriots and Michael Giants are celebrating big wins, and the guys may be in shock at it.

In baseball, Michael's Yankees got knocked out by the Blue Jays and now he wonders how the team can turn it around.

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about the Texas State Fair and the odd food you can find in Dallas.

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1h 13min
October 07, 2025Piff Golfs on how golf and content has made her better
Alligators and more at the Sanderson Farms Championship, Taylor Swift's new album, and Piff Golf shares how golfing has made her better.
The Sanderson Farms Championship in Mississippi got us a new winner on the PGA Tour, plus a run-in with an alligator.

The LPGA's record streak of no repeat winners continued at the LOTTE Championship with a 22-year old who doesn't have LPGA status.

The DP World Tour returned to St Andrews and Bobby McIntyre capped off a great weekend after winning the Ryder Cup.

LIV Golf released their 2024 financials, and it doesn't look good in the Suadis are in the business of making money.

Summer is coming to an end but Alex is confused as it's still 90 in Texas. Michael, meanwhile, keeps waiting for a hurricane in Georgia.

In Tuned In, Michael gets in touch with his pottery side, while Alex gives his review of "The Life Of A Showgirl" from Taylor Swift.

This week's guest is Piff Golfs, a content creator and new golfer whose fame made her rethink what she was doing in life. Now she credits golf, the content, and the wild ride with making her a better person and shares why she loves it all.

Penn State and Texas continue to disappoint in college football, and so does UNC and Bill Belichick.

In the NFL, Alex's Patriots look like they could make the playoffs, while Michael's Giants have a historic streak of turnovers as Jaxson Dart comes back down to reality.

The MLB Postseason started out with a high note for Michael's Yankees, but has soured as the Blue Jays are whooping ass to start the ALDS.

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex wonders why M&Ms and water go together, while Michael shares some crazy MLB Postseason stadium eats, including Philly's special 9-9-9 box.

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1h 10min
September 30, 2025Bedlam at Bethpage for the 2025 Ryder Cup
Bethpage Black was full of beatdowns, bewilderment, and bedlam, as well as our very own Alex, in this week's monster Ryder Cup recap episode.
The Ryder Cup looked woefully out of the American's grasp, until it almost wasn't. Alex and Michael break down the entire week at Bethpage, including the raucous crowds, the poor decisions, the amazing European play, and the unbelievable Sunday that almost was. Plus, a look at who might captain the next team in Ireland.

Alex was at the Ryder Cup, and shares what it was like being in NYC for a crazy golf weekend.

In Tuned In, Michael shares what it was like at Busch Garden's Hallow-Scream, including a lot of screaming, and Alex finally checks out Stick on Apple TV.

College football has some more massive upsets, including horrible Georgia and Penn State home losses.

In the NFL, Alex and Michael are enjoying a rare week of joy, as Alex's Patriots added to the win column, while Michael's Giants rejoice at the start of the Jaxson Dart era.

Baseball regular season comes to a close, and Michael highlights some of the crazy collapses and stories of the season, before Michael and Alex tell each other that the AL Wildcard matchup between their favorites, the Yankees and Red Sox, will only go their own way.

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares what it was like eating everything at the Ryder Cup, along with the crazy In-N-Out Home Run rule.

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1h 7min
September 23, 2025Ryder Cup Preview and Comedian Dan Boulger
An American wins in France, a preview of this weekend's Ryder Cup, and Boston comedian Dan Boulger on this week's new episode.
At The French Open, Brooks Koepka looked poised to become the fourth American to win the tournament, but a late falter led to another American to a big victory.

The LPGA's 54-hole NW Arkansas Championship saw a huge amount of rain, and ended up being conceded after just 18 holes. Strangely enough, friend of the podcast Stacy Lewis, who announced her retirement this week, played in the tournament the last time is was shortened due to rain to 18 holes.

The golfing world descends on Bethpage Black this weekend for the Ryder Cup. Alex and Michael look at the odds, and what Team USA needs to claim a victory on home soil. Plus, Alex trying to figure out what he's going to do when he's on the grounds Saturday and Sunday.

In Tuned In, Michael vents about people driving way too fast, while Alex is watching a new reality show with some comparisons to Squid Games.

This week's guest is comedian Dan Boulger. Dan chats with Alex about how he got into comedy, his impressive golf game, and more.

The Indiana Fever have played almost all season without Caitlin Clark, and they don't seem to need her, as they are now rolling through the playoffs.

College football season continues to trod along, and Alex predicts that Indiana may not be what they seem.

Alex shares a bright spot in the NFL, before the boys lament their horribleness that is their teams, including Michael's lowly Giants who may finally have to make the call for Jaxson Dart.

With just over a week left in the baseball season, the guy's teams are poised for the playoffs, but Alex predicts the Brewers will finally win the World Series.

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is ready to start enjoying his favorites in Austin as he returns to Texas, while Michael gives a diet update.

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1h 12min
September 16, 2025Hanging out in Oregon IL and ezLocator Founder Jon Schultz
A loaded field at the ProCore Championship, Mayor Ken from Oregon, IL, and Jon Schultz talks pin placement and ezLocator.
The ProCore Championship's loaded field of US Ryder Cup stars did not disappointed as the takeover of Silverado helps prepare for Bethpage.

The European's showed up at the BMW PGA Championship, and so did Captain America Patrick Reed.

Jon Daly had an epic start to his Champions Tour event, with a record high score on the back nine.

The LPGA is back on the schedule and it was an epic conclusion to the Kroger Queen City Championship with a two shot swing to get a former champion back in the winner's circle.

Alex is besides himself at the PGA is planning to bring back golf to Austin, TX next year.

Alex's time in the midwest is coming to a close, but not before he got in another adventure to a small town with big charm, Oregon, IL. Alex caught up with the Major, Ken Williams, who shares what makes their city so unique, and its more than just how you pronounce it.

In Tuned In, Michael is getting back into his video-gamer era, while Alex unilaterally announces the song of the summer.

This week's guest is Jon Schultz, the founder of ezLocator. Jon chats with Alex about how this software helps golf courses find better pin locations, making it easier for the groundkeeper to keep it interesting, and how the players are loving new and challenging holes.

College football continues to supply some big games, as Georgia rolls on and Notre Dame faulters.

In the NFL, Alex's Patriots finally break the curse of Miami, while Michael's Giants find more ways to lose.

Michael's Yankees finally win a series of the Red Sox, as they continue their hunt for the top seed in the AL East.

As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is preparing for a St Louis food stop on his way back home to try toasted ravioli, while Michael has decided there's no time like the present to start a new diet.

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1h 3min

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