

The Smylie Show
The Smylie Show
Smylie Kaufman is a PGA Tour winner, pro golf broadcaster, and the host of "The Smylie Show". Every week, along with his producer and co-host Charlie Hulme, Smylie provides insights and analysis on the game of golf (along with a handful of other miscellaneous items), in addition to sharing long-form conversations with Tour pros and other celebrities who love the game.
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Jul 15, 2024 • 55min
Robert MacIntyre's stunning victory: Scottish Open + Lake Tahoe recaps
Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme as they dive into another episode of "The Smylie Show," recapping Robert MacIntyre's closing surge to win the Scottish Open + Smylie's week at Lake Tahoe broadcasting the American Century Championship, where he caught passes from Josh Allen, put up some shots with the Curry family, and caught up with the always entertaining Charles Barkley. In this episode:- Smylie’s celebrity encounters and wild stories from Tahoe- The scenic drive from Tahoe to San Francisco- Travel woes and hilarious airline stories- Recap of the Scottish Open and Robert MacIntyre’s victory- Insights on upcoming travel and projects Smylie also shares his experience in the Virgin Atlantic Lounge, enjoying a high-end margarita and scenic views of San Francisco landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz. Tune in for engaging conversations, humor, and a deep dive into the world of professional golf. CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro3:22 - American Century Championship9:21 - Scottish Open11:28 - Robert MacIntyre15:48 - The 16th Hole18:56 - How would you write the rules differently23:13 - What do players think about controversial drops25:50 - Is a margarita and a cookie a good combo26:45 - Ludvig's Final Round27:50 - Ludvig's Recent High Leverage Performances31:24 - Pace of Play35:15 - One-and-Done Recap36:35 - Aaron Rai41:36 - Justin Thomas43:24 - LIV at Valderrama45:24 - Abraham Ancer’s club toss47:50 - Home game environments50:38 - How the Fireballs won52:49 - Flight Update53:31 - Wrapping Up55:23 - Like & Subscribe

Jul 10, 2024 • 1h 5min
Luke Clanton's Incredible Run: Success as a 20-year-old amateur on Tour
Join Smylie Kaufman as he dives deep into 20-year-old amateur Luke Clanton's incredible run on the PGA Tour. He’s made history with back-to-back top-10 finishes, a feat not seen since 1958! Luke shares his incredible experiences from his phenomenal 2024 season, his thoughts on the future, and some unforgettable stories of meeting his golf idols like Scottie Scheffler and Brooks Koepka. Smylie and Charlie Hulme close the episode with their one-and-done picks for the Genesis Scottish Open. Highlights:- Recap the weekend in golf and Luke's recent top-10 finishes.- Exclusive insights into the PGA Tour U accelerated rankings.- Luke's unique journey through college golf at Florida State.- Fun anecdotes about meeting PGA stars and learning from them.- Preview the upcoming tournaments and Luke's plans. CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro: WearSPF07:15 - How ya feeling, Luke?10:15 - What changed from Freshman to Sophomore year14:00 - Did you always hit it far17:03 - The Meathead Luke Clanton phase19:50 - 2024 US Open21:50 - What's your motivation right now23:50 - What video games do you play25:20 - How much do you learn from playing with the best in the world31:05 - PGA Tour U33:30 - Point System37:30 - Sponsor Exemptions39:43 - Last complaint41:24 - Good luck at the ISCO championship42:08 - What's it like being on TOUR44:16 - Where can we see you next45:17 - Scottish Open one-and-done picks

Jul 8, 2024 • 1h 11min
Our EIGHTH One-and-Done Win at the John Deere + Keegan Bradley Ryder Cup Captain Reports
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are back for another live show recapping all the action from the John Deere Classic. Charlie is fresh off a golf trip in Scotland and on a one-and-done heater, as he picked Davis Thompson for his *fifth* one-and-done win of the season - and the eighth for the show! Smylie and Charlie take a deep dive on DT's game, and whether he could be a buddying star on American Ryder and Presidents Cup teams. SK and CH also react to reports that Keegan Bradley will be named the U.S. Ryder Cup captain at Bethpage in 2025.

Jul 3, 2024 • 1h 2min
Collin Morikawa Interview: Golf Journey, Coffee, and Crazy Tour Stories
Two-time major winner Collin Morikawa reveals his morning coffee routine, talks about the ups and downs of his golf journey, discusses his favorite PGA Tour cities, & shares funny stories from the road. Dive into his unique golf journey and learn about the insights and challenges he faced along the way.
Key Highlights:
Collin’s coffee preferences and morning routines
Top PGA Tour cities for food and coffee
Collin’s path from college golf to pro success
Overcoming struggles with his golf swing and putting
Insightful discussions about golf strategy and mindset Collin also reminisces about his unforgettable drive at the 16th hole during the PGA Championship and nearly breaking Tiger Woods' record for consecutive cuts made. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation. Like, comment, and subscribe for everything golf!
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
02:00 - Best PGA Tour City for Food
05:00 - Bronny James
07:38 - When You Turned Pro
11:15 - How Collin Morikawa Met His Caddie, JJ
5:41 - Collin Morikawa's Cut Streak
18:02 - How his PGA Championship Win Changed His Life
20:00 - 2020 PGA Championship
22:53 - 2021 Open Championship
27:45 - What's Next After Winning the Open Championship
29:35 - The Start of Your Struggles
34:55 - Stephen Sweeney
38:44 - What Did You Learn from Mark Blackburn
43:18 - Learn to Hit the Center of the Face
46:40 - Wrapping Up 2024
51:06 - Closing the Deal and Winning
53:06 - The Memorial Tournament
56:05 - You're a wizard, Collin.
59:04 - Collin's Schedule for the Rest of the Year

Jul 1, 2024 • 1h 1min
Rocket Mortgage Classic Recap: Cam Davis outlasts the field
In this episode:- Recap the weekend in golf and discuss top moments- Smylie Kaufman is live from Birmingham while Charlie reports from the Marine Troon Hotel- Special shout-out to American Airlines for a travel fiasco- Breakdown of PGA Tour picks and performances, with a focus on Cam Young, Min Woo Lee, and Akshay Bhatia- Analyze the mental game and strategies for success on the tour- Preview upcoming events and discuss the importance of maintaining confidence and composureDon't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more golf insights! #golf #pgatour #progolf #golfpodcast #golftrip #golfswing #pgatourpodcast #camdavis #akshay #akshaybhatia #minwooleeCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro1:17 - Charlie Scotland5:22 - Rocket Mortgage Classic Recap6:56 - 1-and-Done Recap14:32 - Poa Grass17:22 - Cam Davis21:40 - Min Woo Lee24:18 - Cameron Young34:30 - Hypothetical: Cameron Young's Final 3 Holes38:30 - Akshay Bhatia47:55 - Luke Clanton57:35 - iMessage Stickers1:00:15 - Final Thoughts

Jun 26, 2024 • 51min
Johnson Wagner Interview: Glory at the U.S. Open, Career Path, State of Pro Golf, and more!
Join Smylie Kaufman and Johnson Wagner on this exciting episode of the Smylie Show as they dive deep into the secrets of winning on the PGA Tour! Smylie and Johnson discuss all things golf, including Johnson's recent media ventures and his transition from PGA Tour player to golf analyst.
Key Highlights:
- **Johnson Wagner's Transition to Media:** Insightful discussion on how Johnson made his way from the course to the commentator's booth.
- **Winning on Tour:** Johnson shares his experiences and career that included three PGA Tour victories.
- **Inside the Life of a Pro Golfer:** Get a behind-the-scenes look at the life and challenges faced by pro golfers, including the balance between personal life and the rigors of the Tour.
Smylie and Johnson also preview the upcoming tournaments and share their thoughts on who might dominate the leaderboard. To close the show, they reveal some hilarious and heartwarming moments from their time on and off the course.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
01:40 - MFK
05:20 - Mustache
08:20 - Winning on the PGA Tour
13:22 - First Media Inspiration
19:38 - Starting Media Career
21:40 - Favorite Media Role
25:43 - Live From Reenactments Origin
33:34 - Most Nervous Over a Shot
35:02 - Chili-Dip
35:54 - Transitioning to Media
38:23 - Plans for the Year
44:19 - LIV Golf’s Future
47:27 - New PGA TOUR Season
48:30 - Signature Event Player Cuts
50:15 - Outro

Jun 24, 2024 • 1h 10min
LIVE: Recapping a wild finish at the Travelers Championship
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap all of the mayhem at the end of the Travelers Championship leading into a playoff between Scottie Scheffler and Tom Kim. Smylie and Charlie examine the low scoring at TPC River Highlands, and provide some historical context for the run Scottie is on. SK and CH also chat about the LIV Golf event in Nashville, and the KPMG Women's PGA Championship at Sahalee.

Jun 19, 2024 • 1h 10min
Mackenzie Hughes on the U.S. Open + the state of pro golf
This week, Smylie Kaufman sits down with PGA Tour winner Mackenzie Hughes! In this episode, they recap the thrilling U.S. Open finish at Pinehurst and dissect its dramatic ending, preview the upcoming Travelers Championship, discuss the current state of LIV vs. PGA Tour merger, and share stories on what it's like to travel with family on tour. At the end of the episode, Charlie Hulme joins Smylie as they make their one-and-done picks for the Travelers Championship (via Instagram Live - follow us @thesmylieshow if you don't already!). Highlights:- U.S. Open Recap: Rory vs. Bryson showdown- Current state of LIV and PGA Tours- Family on Tour: The joys and challenges- Traveler's Championship Preview: Course insights and strategies CHAPTERS:0:00 - Intro1:06 - 2024 US Open at Pinehurst3:27 - Putting discussion8:08 - State of Golf Today16:51 - Signature Events Player Count19:57 - PGA Tour Points System28:20 - Losing to Lashley at Rocket Mortgage30:08 - Contending in Canada38:15 - Traveling with Family on Tour49:20 - Presidents Cup Aspirations55:29 - Travelers Championship Preview59:43 - Travelers Championship One-and-Done picks

Jun 17, 2024 • 1h 10min
Live Show: 124th U.S. Open Recap
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap a thrilling finish to the 124th U.S. Open live on both YouTube and X, with Bryson DeChambeau winning by a shot thanks to an incredible up-and-down on the 72nd hole, while Rory McIlroy came up agonizingly short. Smylie and Charlie take comments from the chat ranging from Bryson's legacy now that he has two major wins, Rory's abrupt exit after coming up short, and the type of game it takes to win a major, and how that differs depending on the venue and setup. Finally, we celebrate the show's *SEVENTH* one-and-done winner pick of the year, and Charlie's fourth of the season after taking Bryson to win.

Jun 16, 2024 • 24min
U.S. Open Day 3 Journal
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the third day of play from the 124th U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2, as Bryson DeChambeau takes it deep with six birdies to hold a three-shot lead heading into the final day of play. Smylie and Charlie discuss how much they've enjoyed both Pinehurst as a venue and the way the USGA set it up, including a brutal 13th hole pin placement that claimed two high-profile victims on Saturday. SK and CH close the pod with some predictions for Sunday, and whether Bryson, Rory McIlroy, Patrick Cantlay, or another player will hoist a trophy Sunday night after the final putt drops.


