The Upshot

Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas look at this year's Jonesboro Open through the lens of last year and identify some key trends in the numbers. Later, they chat about Paul McBeth's ascension to #1 in the list of PDGA all-time money earners and read an email from Andrew Fish about shrinking baskets.

Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome you in to an episode of The Upshot where the listeners are the guests! We open up a ton of mail and talk course design, baskets, pro athletes, Disc Golf Pro Tour, putting, and a whole lot more. We also take a look at some recent A-Tiers and the upcoming Jonesboro Open.

Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss some A-Tiers from the weekend, Texas States and the Daniel Boe Memorial, before turning to an interview with Disc Golf Pro Tour director Steve Dodge (18:07), where they discuss the Tour's media problems, the state of the DGPT, and the great golf this season so far.

Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss a little 2014 deja vu as Paul McBeth and Catrina Allen both win their second straight events -- and in resounding fashion. Then, Ultiworld Disc Golf author Ben Finholt joins the show to talk about his article that argues that the PDGA absorb the Disc Golf Pro Tour (23:17). Then Mahmoud Bahrani stops by to talk about his new podcast, The Inside Line, that explores course design in a concise and refreshing format (45:59). The guys close out the show with some great mailbag thoughts and questions (57:37).

Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss an incredible weekend of disc golf at the Waco Annual Charity Open, including Paul McBeth's 18-under round two, the first Paul v. Ricky showdown of the season, Catrina Allen's great performance, and more. Then, McBeth joins the show to talk WACO v. DGLO, the Discraft deal, and how he unlocked the putter this weekend (43:38). After the interview, the guys talk about where the Disc Golf Pro Tour stands with the public and with the players, and what might explain some of the problems they've faced so far (1:04:55).

Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas open up a big batch of mail this week, including some great 'This or That' questions and Disc Golf Pro Tour media reactions. Later, Dave Feldberg joins the show to talk Next Generation Disc Golf Tour, leaving Latitude 64, and more (32:57). Perhaps some changes are coming to our Picks segment...let us know your thoughts at [email protected].

Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas bring you a jam-packed show with tons of discussion about the Memorial, including Eagle's comeback win, Eveliina Salonen's amazing performance, Paul McBeth's putting woes, Scott Withers' strong start, and more. Later in the show, the guys react to the Disc Golf Pro Tour's live and post-produced media rollout (46:56).

Don't miss our giveaway of a super limited edition Octothorpe bag courtesy of Pound Disc Golf, the Upshot's brand-new title sponsor!

Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas welcome in 2019 Las Vegas Challenge champions Paige Bjerkaas (1:01) and Calvin Heimburg (21:30) to The Upshot. Later, the guys discuss Vegas (43:31), the commentator selections for the Disc Golf Pro Tour's Memorial kickoff, and the surprising early returns this season. Plus: Memorial picks!

Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas discuss a variety of interesting topics from the Wintertime Open and forthcoming Las Vegas Challenge on this week's show. Later, they make their first official picks of the 2019 season. Plus, some fantasy draft chatter!

Charlie Eisenhood and Jamie Thomas talk some reader mail before talking with Jussi Meresmaa about Discmania's announcement about new manufacturing partners (17:47). Later, the guys react to Discmania's move before diving into some disc golf preseason chatter about Samui Swine and the Wintertime Open.

Make sure to let us know if you want to be on the block for picks during our 2019 Pick 'Em contest!