The Golf Asylum Podcast with Ian Fraser

In this episode of the Golf Asylum podcast, Ian and Mike break down all the action from the latest Presidents Cup! They analyze Team USA’s victory, debate captaincy decisions and Brian Snedeker’s emotional interview, and discuss whether on-course real-time analytics could revolutionize team golf strategy. 

The guys also dive into fan decorum issues on tour, respond to the backlash over their Irish Open hot takes, discuss Matt Fitzpatrick's win at the French Open, and test out Foresight's new Premier simulator software. 

In this episode of the Golf Asylum Podcast, Ian and Mike return from a quick hiatus to unpack a busy week in golf equipment and tournament play. Ian shares key takeaways from his recent trip to Carlsbad, including testing new equipment at TPI, gaining insights into future gear development, and undergoing motion capture analysis with Dr. Greg Rose.   

The guys also discuss their thoughts on the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth, analyzing the debate over Aaron Rai's omission from the European Ryder Cup squad and Rory McIlroy's recent swing changes. Finally, Ian and Mike preview the upcoming Presidents Cup, offering predictions on team dynamics, key matchups, and how the International side stacks up against the US team, before wrapping up with a look at recent soccer results.

In this episode of the Golf Asylum podcast, Ian and Mike breakdown a thrilling week in golf! They celebrate Great Britain & Ireland's impressive Walker Cup victory at Lahinch, discussing standout performances, team dynamics, and whether the format should expand to Continental Europe.

The guys also dive into the upcoming President's Cup captain's picks, debate the rules around amateur reinstatement for former pros, review the newly announced Mizuno S4 irons, and share their thoughts on UFOs and non-human intelligence.

In this episode of the Golf Asylum podcast, hosts Ian and Mike break down the latest action across professional golf, including Scottie Scheffler’s victory, controversies involving Good Good Golf and Callaway, debate their end-of-season "Crazies" awards—including Player of the Year and Most Improved—and answer fun hypothetical questions about custom club fittings and ideal tour sponsorships.

Tour Championship week arrives as the hosts break down the final push of the PGA Tour season. The conversation kicks off with Wyndham Clark’s incredible bounce-back year, his swing adjustments under new coaching, and whether his three-win season earns him Player of the Year honors over Scottie Scheffler’s unmatched consistency. 

The boys analyze Rory McIlroy’s form, his reliance on a PGA Tour discretionary loophole regarding minimum event requirements, and the mechanics behind the left-hand low putting style. The crumbling state of LIV Golf, potential tour returns for players like Jon Rahm and Terrell Hatton, Gary Woodland's emotional comeback, and Scott Jamieson's victory on the DP World Tour. Finally, the show tackles equipment reviews—including Callaway’s Phil Mickelson-inspired wedges—and the recent marketing backlash surrounding Good Good Golf

In Episode 50 of The Golf Asylum podcast, the boys dive into the mental side of golf while reviewing recent action on and off the course. Opening conversations highlight personal strategies for handling bad rounds, managing expectations for junior golfers, and the growing role of sports psychology in high-level play. Moving to the professional tours, the discussion covers Scottie Scheffler’s dominant form, Rory McIlroy’s ongoing struggles, and the intense grind of the FedEx Cup Playoffs. A breakdown of the US Amateur Championship follows, exploring international winners, notable storylines, and the pressure of playing iconic courses. Finally, equipment updates and personal game check-ins round out the show, detailing TaylorMade’s Hi-Toe 5 wedges, putter setup preferences, swing adjustments, and maintaining overall health on the course.

In Episode 49 of the Golf Asylum podcast, the guys are back in the studio breaking down everything happening on and off the course. They kick things off by shaking off the rust after a long layoff, sharing the chaos of multi-day member-guest tournaments, and finally demystifying what a Calcutta actually is. From there, they dive into the winner’s circle to break down Michael Brennan’s electric finish, his impressive power, and a full look at what’s in his bag. The conversation then shifts to equipment trends as they preview what to expect in 2027 with major brands moving toward multi-year release cycles, along with a look at some stunning Japanese market prototype irons. They also rate the upcoming rotation of major venues—weighing Augusta National, Pebble Beach, and St. Andrews against the debate surrounding PGA Frisco—before diving deep into putter fitting science to explain why face angle and aim trump your stroke path every time. Grab a coffee, settle in, and drop your thoughts in the comments—and don't forget to like and subscribe!

Golf is in one of the quietest stretches of the season—but does the PGA Tour have a scheduling problem, or is it simply struggling to create new stars?

This week, the boys discuss why the weeks between The Open Championship and the FedEx Cup Playoffs often feel flat, what makes events like the Ryder Cup so compelling, and whether professional golf is doing enough to build excitement around its next generation of players.

The conversation looks at Michael Thorbjornsen's breakthrough PGA Tour victory, the impressive crop of young talent making their way onto Tour, and whether golf has a genuine "star problem" as established names play lighter schedules.

Away from the headlines, the guys dive into equipment and coaching, including why the seven wood continues to gain popularity, swing observations from the PGA Tour, what frustrates them most about modern golf broadcasts, and practical practice ideas for creating more width and improving ball striking. They also answer listener questions on club fitting, discuss whether fittings belong on the golf course, and finish with an update on Fraser's return to hitting balls as his back continues to recover.

This week we break down Jackson Koivun's incredible first PGA Tour victory and explain why his game has all the ingredients to become one of golf's next superstars. From elite iron play and short game to course management and mental strength, we discuss what separates him from the next wave of young professionals.

We also discuss what it takes to host a championship-level amateur event, why women's amateur golf is producing future LPGA stars, Jackson Koivun's winning formula, Tommy Fleetwood's frustrating search for a PGA Tour win and much much more!

Whether you're interested in elite performance, tournament golf, equipment, or player development, this episode has something for every serious golfer.

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The Open Championship delivered one of the most unpredictable major finishes in recent memory.

In this episode of Golf Asylum, we break down Ryan Fox's incredible charge to lift the Claret Jug, discuss whether his closing stretch was one of the best we've seen under pressure, and look at what his victory means for the game.

We also dive into Rory McIlroy's post-tournament comments, his apparent lack of motivation for the PGA Tour, and what it could mean for the future of his career.

Then we unpack the Bryson DeChambeau rules controversy. Did he deserve the penalty? Did he handle the situation correctly? And was the media reaction justified?