Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down Wednesday's announcement of Team USA Ryder Cup captain's picks, starting with the stunning decision made by Keegan Bradley to not pick himself as a playing captain. Smylie and Charlie discuss why Keegan opted to go with Collin Morikawa instead of himself, and whether Rory McIlroy and other Europeans were playing mind games in the lead-up to Keegan's decision.

SK and CH also dive into potential pairings, and who they would roll out for the Friday foursomes session which will kick off the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Team Apparel Banter

03:09 Keegan Bradley's Captain's Picks Discussion

06:00 Analyzing the Team Composition and Rookies

09:09 Keegan's Decision Not to Play

11:57 The Dynamics of Team Selection

12:52 Press Conference Insights and Data Analysis

15:24 Ryder Cup Format and Strategy

18:15 Pairing Players for the Ryder Cup

21:26 Final Thoughts on Team Dynamics

28:32 Equipment and Pairing Strategies for Bryson

31:25 Exploring Team Dynamics and Player Compatibility

33:51 Experience vs. Form: Crafting the Best Lineup

38:10 Identifying Key Players for Five Sessions

47:20 Setting the Tone: Importance of the First Day

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Fresh off broadcasting Tommy Fleetwood's long-awaited first PGA TOUR win in 164 starts, Smylie Kaufman joins Charlie Hulme to break down all the action he observed at East Lake, and the massive narrative shift now that Fleetwood has notched win number one. Smylie and Charlie then move down the leaderboard to discuss Ryder Cup implications, and break down the developing four-for-three dilemma that Keegan Bradley faces as we look ahead to Wednesday's captain's picks. 

Finally, SK and CH wrap the show with some truly mind-boggling Scottie Scheffler stats, and award their "Player of the Year Podium" - the gold is obvious, but who wins silver and bronze for Smylie?

Chapters

00:00 Intro

03:45 Tommy Fleetwood's Historic Win

12:04 Analyzing the Tour Championship Format

21:07 Ryder Cup Discussions and Player Selections

48:41 Reflections on the PGA Tour Season

59:02 Closing Thoughts and Future Expectations

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Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are joined on the latest episode of The Smylie Show by recurring guest Kyle Porter of "Normal Sport" - check his work out at normalsport.com!

Kyle, Smylie and Charlie review the biggest storylines a week ahead of Keegan Bradley picking the final six players who will represent Team USA in the 2026 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black. Kyle dives deep on season-long trends to identify why the Americans could be underestimated, and lists the six he'd be taking to Bethpage - along with answering whether he'd pick himself to be a player-captain if in Keegan's shoes.

Smylie and Charlie open the episode reviewing a 2026 PGA TOUR schedule that looks somewhat different from season's past, and look ahead to the 2025 playoff finale at East Lake, making their picks for the eventual TOUR Champion.

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00:00 - Intro

01:30 - 2026 PGA Tour Schedule

10:00 - New Events

13:40 - Kyle Porter joins the show

18:45 - Keegan's Dilemma

24:00 - Team USA predictions

28:00 - Team Europe predictions

36:00 - The Ryder Cup excitement

49:00 - New TOUR Championship format?

53:00 - Future of the Playoffs

57:00 - Farewell

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Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the weekend in golf at the BMW Championship, discuss Fedex Cup standings and playoff storylines, and recap some interesting conversations Smylie had on-course at Caves Valley 👀 Tune in Wednesday for an in-depth Ryder Cup preview and US Am recap episode!

CHAPTERS

CHAPTERS

02:15 - Episode start

08:45 - Golf Recap

12:00 - Course Review

15:00 - Fairway Conditions

18:30 - Scheffler's Play

21:30 - Chris Gotterup Story

28:30 - Si Woo on TikTok

31:00 - Keegan Bradley Talk

34:00 - Scottie's Signature Moment

37:00 - Ryder Cup Team

40:00 - US Amateur

50:00 - Tour Championship Preview

55:00 - Final Wrap-Up

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Smylie Kaufman is joined by Ian Baker-Finch - a beloved golf broadcaster who signed off on an emotional CBS broadcast for the final time at the 2025 Wyndham Championship. Ian takes us through his golf journey - from an early TOUR win at Colonial, to his 1991 Open Championship triumph, the struggles that followed, and finding a fulfilling second act in the broadcast booth.

Smylie and Ian also trade thoughts on the modern game, from the progression in golf instruction and the way Ian used to create his own yardage books, to the complexity of the modern game - and whether some of that is unnecessary. Ian also shares his insights on the future of golf in Australia, emphasizing the importance of creating more global opportunities for players.

Check out his book, "Ian Baker-Finch: To Hell and Back," here: https://www.amazon.com/Ian-Baker-Finch-Hell-Geoff-Saunders/dp/1761451642/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0

CHAPTERS:

0:00 - Intro

3:00 - Ian's broadcasting career and final sign-off

5:30 - Career Highlights

10:45 - Transition from playing to broadcasting

15:20 - The influence of Jack Nicklaus and early inspirations

20:00 - Evolution of golf instruction 

25:40 - Challenges Ian's faced

30:15 - Reflections on the Open Championship win

35:50 - The mental and physical toll of professional golf

40:30 - Transition to broadcasting and finding new purpose

45:00 - The future of golf in Australia and global opportunities

50:20 - Closing thoughts and Ian's book release

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On this episode, Smylie and Charlie dive into the dramatic finish in the first round of the Fedex Cup playoffs. From unexpected leaderboard shifts to the intense playoff between Justin Rose and JJ Spaun, Smylie brings an insider look from a scorcher in Memphis. Plus, insights into the players' strategies and the impact of the new course conditions, analysis on FEC rankings heading into next week, and Ryder Cup implications.

Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:57 Justin Rose and JJ Spaun

06:06 JJ Spaun

10:08 Scottie Scheffler

13:02 Key Moments

16:01 Playoff Tension

21:49 Course Conditions and Challenges

35:30 Justin Rose's Resilience and Career Reflection

40:39 JJ Spaun's Breakthrough and Consistency

44:44 Tommy Fleetwood

51:10 Rickie Fowler

56:09 The FedEx Cup Bubble and Player Updates

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Fresh off a trip abroad that saw him win the Scottish Open and place third at the Open Championship, Chris Gotterup joins Smylie Kaufman on the Smylie Show!

Chris details his journey from junior golfer in New Jersey to rising star on the PGA TOUR, discussing early influences, challenges faced during the COVID pandemic, and his transition from college golf at Rutgers to Oklahoma. Chris reflects on his stellar recent play, experiences at major tournaments, and his aspirations for the 2025 Ryder Cup. 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:50 Chris's Early Life and Golf Journey

05:34 Transitioning from Rutgers to Oklahoma

08:22 The Impact of COVID on Chris' Career

10:47 College Golf Experience and Development

13:36 Turning Pro and Early Challenges

16:30 The Importance of Mental Focus in Golf

19:11 US Open Experience and Performance

21:55 The Road to the Ryder Cup

24:35 Reflections on the PGA Tour and Future Goals

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Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme as they dive into Cam Young’s first victory in a runaway at the Wyndham Championship, what it means for him going forward, and how this could shake up the Ryder Cup selections 🇺🇸 They also preview the upcoming tour playoffs, and tease an exciting episode featuring Ryder Cup hopeful Chris Gotterup dropping later this week. Stay tuned, like, comment, & subscribe!

Chapters:

0:00 Introduction & Overview 

2:31 Cam Young's Victory 

15:01 Ryder Cup Selections 

30:01 Tour Playoffs Preview 

45:01 Chris Gotterup Interview Teaser 

50:01 Closing Thoughts

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Join Smylie Kaufman as he welcomes Harris English to the show! Harris shares insights from his incredible season, including a win and two runner-up major championship finishes. Dive into Harris's inspiring, challenging, rollercoaster journey from his junior golf days in Georgia to his rise in the PGA Tour, and hear about the trials and triumphs that have shaped his career. Whether you're a golf enthusiast or just love a good comeback story, this episode is packed with inspiration and behind-the-scenes stories from the no. 8 ranked golfer in the world!

CHAPTERS:

Intro - 0:00

Harris's Early Days in Georgia - 2:15

Junior Golf Experiences - 5:30

College Golf and Transition to Professional - 10:45

Challenges on the PGA Tour - 18:00

Major Achievements and Wins - 25:20

Ryder Cup Experience - 32:10

Overcoming Injuries and Setbacks - 40:00

Current Season Highlights - 47:30

Closing Thoughts and Future Goals - 55:00

With just one week remaining in the PGA TOUR regular season before the FedEx Cup playoffs begin, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme discuss Kurt Kitayama’s win at the 3M Open, Joaquin Niemann’s win on LIV, and where strong weeks for Jake Knapp and Chris Gotterup position them for Team USA Ryder Cup picks. Producer Jaxon Brown joins for his first extended show cameo to give his boots-on-the-ground report from TPC Twin Cities, and recaps his favorite moments from Happy Gilmore 2 with Smylie. Finally, Charlie brings some group chat beef to the show, as rumors that his North Carolina Tar Heels will join Smylie’s LSU Tigers in the SEC are heating up.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction 

05:00 Kurt Kitiyama's Victory and Its Implications

13:05 Joaquin Neimann

20:56 Jake Knapp

26:52 Ryder Cup Considerations and Player Rankings

29:24 Ryder Cup Team Dynamics

33:04 Player Performances and FedEx Cup Standings

36:57 Emerging Talents and Expectations

43:28 On-the-Ground Insights from TPC Twin Cities

48:37 Happy Gilmore 2: A Review

53:08 North Carolina's Potential SEC Move?!

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