We're joined by yet another new PGA TOUR winner on the Smylie Show, as Andrew Novak chats with Smylie Kaufman fresh off his first TOUR win alongside Ben Griffin in the Zurich Classic! 🏆

We detail Andrew's rise this season to his top-ten standing in the FedEx Cup, and what his goals are for the rest of 2025 with his sights set on the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black. SK also picks Andrew's brain on his side gig as an NFL podcaster in the wake of the 2025 NFL Draft full of interesting storylines. And don't miss Andrew and Smylie talking about the team event they once played in together!

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

02:46 - Andrew Novak joins the show

12:47 - Playing his way into contention more often this season

18:13 - Contending at the Valero Texas Open

23:26 - The skill of knowing what score you need to shoot to win

26:24 - Having a putt to win your first PGA TOUR event

28:45 - Recapping the win at the Zurich Classic

41:11 - Breaking down the 2025 NFL Draft

45:11 - Grading the Carolina Panthers draft

51:08 - Which draft pick did Andrew like best?

52:41 - Creating the perfect golf prospect

01:05:55 - Previewing the Philadelphia Cricket Club

01:11:46 - Course Setup & Conditions

01:18:17 - Like & Subscribe

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In the wake of a record-tying PGA TOUR performance by Scottie Scheffler in the CJ CUP Byron Nelson, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme take stock of a group of contenders playing some of their best golf with just one tournament remaining before we head to Quail Hollow Club for the second major of 2025. Charlie tees up Smylie to discuss why (or why won't) the following players lift the Wanamaker Trophy:

- Scottie Scheffler: Has he finally rounded into 2024 form?

- Rory McIlroy: Will the floodgates open after his Masters win?

- Xander Schauffele: Is the reigning PGA champ flying under the radar?

- Bryson DeChambeau: Is he the most credible LIV challenger?

- Justin Thomas: Could the 2017 PGA champ at Quail add another?

- Jordan Spieth: Is this the year he completes the career grand slam?

We also get Smylie's full Ohoopee Match Club review (featuring zebras!) following his epic trip, a look ahead at the 2026 Presidents Cup as captains have been officially named, and a review of some comments Erik van Rooyen made regarding the signature event structure as we head next to the Truist Championship.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

00:23 - Scottie Scheffler wins the CJ CUP Byron Nelson

06:25 - Scottie just getting started in 2025?

10:15 - Why/Why Won't This Player Win The PGA?

11:09 - Scottie Scheffler

16:29 - Rory McIlroy

20:40 - Xander Schauffele

23:40 - Bryson DeChambeau

26:04 - Justin Thomas

27:57 - Jordan Spieth

38:54 - Smylie's Ohoopee Match Club report

46:15 - 2026 Presidents Cup Captains Announced

1:01:27 - Erik van Rooyen on Limited Field Events

1:15:08 - Watch Andrew Novak's interview on Wednesday!

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Fresh off a 2025 NFL Draft that was full of interesting storylines and twists, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are doing their own rendition in the world of professional golf.

The premise is: each franchise drafts 12 players with the goal of maximizing earnings and trophies won over the next ten years.

Who went first overall? Who’s a sleeper pick? And who got left off the board? The friendly rivalry heats up with hilarious debates, bold predictions, and insightful analysis of the PGA TOUR and LIV  Golf landscapes.

Join the conversation: Who would make your dream golf team? Let us know in the comments below! 

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:37 - Explaining the draft concept

06:21 - First pick of the draft

40:24 - Best undrafted players?

46:13 - Coming up next

47:18 - Ben Crenshaw Interview

51:20 - Best Putter of all time?

58:30 - Masters Champions Dinner Stories

1:06:10 - Masters Victories

1:13:00 - Ryder Cup Captain

We recap another eventful week in the game of golf on The Smylie Show, with two new TOUR winners emerging from the only team event of the year, an interesting decision for a 17-year-old phenom on the Korn Ferry Tour, and comments from Scottie Scheffler and Adam Scott on changes to the TOUR Championship competitive structure that could go into place as early as this season.

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme begin by discussing the state of their respective games with SK headed into a busy week featuring a pro-am, a golf trip to a top-100 destination, and a member-member tournament. They then recap all the action from the Zurich Classic, with a well-deserved breakthrough for Andrew Novak and Ben Griffin and a discussion about potential Ryder Cup implications. Smylie and Charlie mull over the decision Blades Brown has to make after a crucial T2 in his most recent start, and discuss reports that the PGA TOUR playoff format could potentially feature match play.

Charlie then welcomes Brynn Walker Collins on the show to recap a wild finish at the Chevron Championship given her experience on the LPGA, and discuss notable performances by both Nelly Korda and Lexi Thompson.

Smylie Kaufman is joined by the legendary Mike Tirico to discuss his adventures in sports broadcasting, beginning with his epic call of the putt that cemented Rory McIlroy's Grand Slam for SiriusXM Masters Radio.

Mike and Smylie discuss the historical context of the 2025 Masters, what makes the Ryder Cup one of the best events in golf, and the many, many other roles Mike performs in sports media - including a Kentucky Derby that is just weeks away, and his upcoming work with the NBA as NBC regains rights to the league next season.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:25 - Mike Tirico's call of Rory's putt to win the Masters

04:35 - Preparing for a Rory win call

07:23 - Rory's pursuit if the Grand Slam

10:57 - Historical context for the 2025 Masters

18:00 - Rory's focus on Sunday at the Masters

22:45 - House of Atlas

23:55 - Discussing the media's relationship with Tour pros

34:50 - The Today Show

38:41 - Broadcasting horse racing

41:27 - Calling winners at the Kentucky Derby

44:49 - Early Ryder Cup 2025 thoughts

51:17 - Episode Wrap-Up

Justin Thomas is back in the winner’s circle! 🏆 Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the RBC Heritage, breaking down Justin Thomas' first victory since the 2022 PGA Championship and what it means moving forward. They also discuss Andrew Novak's runner-up finish, highlight the key stats and strategies that defined the tournament, and share insights into putting improvements and caddy dynamics.

Here’s what you’ll find in this episode:  

- Justin Thomas' return to form and his emotional win 🏌️‍♂️  

- Andrew Novak’s standout performance and his journey on the PGA Tour  

- The impact of putting changes and Xander Schauffele’s advice to JT  

- Thoughts on course rankings, signature events, and slow play  

- A look ahead

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:55 - Smylie Swing Update

11:12 - RIP Jay Sigel

14:30 - Justin Thomas

22:00 - Andrew Novak

28:16 - Ahead: Expert Team insights

29:06 - Joe Greiner

35:54 - Xander Schauffele’s putting advice

38:43 - Putting coaches

47:06 - Corales Punta Cana Championship recap

53:52 - House of Atlas

57:01 - Garrick Higgo 

1:02:55 - KFT: Neil Shipley victory

1:05:37 - One and Done

1:06:38 - Upcoming: Mike Tirico interview

1:07:55 - Like & Subscribe

On this episode, we welcome YouTube golf star (and reigning Creator Classic champion) Grant Horvat to the show!

Grant joins Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme to talk about his journey in the game of golf, how he got started in content creation, and whether he could have imagined arriving at his current place in the golf content world. Grant highlights some of his favorite videos, who he'd most like to collab with, and answers whether he's been invited to play in a PGA TOUR event.

🎯 Highlights:

- How Grant’s early days creating content with Garrett Clark and Good Good shaped his career

- The strategy behind his viral "Major Cut" series and what makes it a fan favorite

- Exclusive insights into Grant's dream collabs, including a potential showdown with Tiger & Charlie Woods

- Behind-the-scenes of filming high-production videos like "LIV Duels" and collabs with PGA TOUR stars

- Grant’s take on balancing relationships with the PGA TOUR and LIV Golf

Smylie and Charlie also preview what’s on the horizon for Grant, from potential PGA Tour appearances to his creative vision for YouTube Golf.

Whether you’re a golf fanatic or a casual fan, this episode is packed with insights, humor, and some amazing stories you don’t want to miss!

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

03:17 - Grant Horvat joins the show!

07:58 - Grant's interest in golf instruction

10:43 - How Grant's journey in golf content began

13:39 - YouTube Golf vs Traditional Golf

16:36 - Behind the scenes: Grant's team operations

20:24 - Early days of golf content creation

25:24 - The "Major Cut" series

29:03 - Improving the PGA TOUR "product"

33:00 - How many editors needed for LIV Duels?

34:49 - Favorite collaborations and dream projects

38:35 - Sweeper update!

41:26 - Playing in a PGA TOUR event?

47:50 - Masters Tournament prediction

On a thrilling Sunday at the Masters which ended in a playoff, Rory McIlroy emerged victorious at Augusta National for the first time, completing a career Grand Slam in the process to join a list that features Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, Ben Hogan, and Gene Sarazen. Rory's five career majors puts him on a list alongside Brooks Koepka, Seve Ballesteros, and Byron Nelson, among others.

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme relive each moment of Rory's Sunday roller coaster, culminating with Scottie Scheffler placing a green jacket on the Northern Irishman. Smylie and Charlie discuss where Rory's legacy stands among the greats, and wrap on several other notable 2025 Masters news items before bidding farewell to the first major of the year.

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The stage is set for an instant classic at Augusta: in a rematch of their 2024 U.S. Open duel at Pinehurst, Rory McIlroy takes a two-shot lead over Bryson DeChambeau into Sunday at the Masters.

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme discuss Rory's monster day off the tee, Bryson's post-round iron range session, and the atmosphere expected for the impending Rory vs Bryson showdown, while journaling their way through everything that happened Saturday at Augusta National for the third round of the 2025 Masters Tournament.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

00:53 - Rory vs Bryson on Sunday at the Masters

02:06 - Guessing Rory and Bryson's odds to win

03:35 - Rory off the tee on Saturday

05:17 - Bryson's distance control with irons

12:28 - Mindgames for Bryson and Rory?

18:28 - 2025 Masters winner prediction

23:38 - Shane Lowry’s post-round interview

26:33 - Who says no?

27:50 - Pimento cheese sandwiches and moon pies

29:26 - Jaxon is going to the Masters!

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Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme "journal" their way through everything that happened Friday at Augusta National for the second round of the 2025 Masters Tournament.

A star-studded leaderboard is shaping up for the weekend at Augusta National, with Bryson DeChambeau, Rory McIlroy, and Scottie Scheffler all within three shots of the lead after the cut. Smylie and Charlie discuss those contenders and several others who could potentially don the green jacket on Sunday night at the Masters.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

00:38 - Leaderboard Updates

05:32 - Rory McIlroy

11:28 - Scottie Scheffler

16:11 - Collin Morikawa

26:37 - Nick Dunlap

27:20 - Notables Missing the Cut

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