I could not be more thrilled to have Ben Hotaling jump on the pod. Ben is not only a friend, but a colleague of mine at No Laying Up. Ben, along with his best friends, created the backyard golf course Brough Creek National in Kansas City. The course has been featured in a New York Times article as well as being named The Great American Golf course in Tom Coyne's newest book "A Course Called America." His passion for golf runs deep. But his passion for life sets him apart from the rest. Enjoy!

Check out Ben on his Instagram at @bhotaling7 and @someguysbackyard on IG and Twitter to get updates on Brough Creek National.

Ben Hotaling, Merch Knight

Golf course architect, and Michigan native, Mike DeVries joins Soly to discuss his courses featured on the current season of Tourist Sauce as well as his background in the golf course architecture business, his work both domestically and around the world, his design influences and philosophies, and much more. Catch Tourist Sauce: Michigan with new episodes premiering on the NLU YouTube channel Wednesday nights at 9p ET.

494 - Mike DeVries

Golfweek's Beth Ann Nichols (@GolfweekNichols) is back to discuss what's on the line as the 2021 LPGA season comes to a conclusion later this month. Jin Young Ko and Nelly Korda are locked in a battle for Player of the Year, Hall of Fame points are on the line, and somebody in the top 60 is going to walk away with $1.5 million dollars at the CME Tour Championship. Beyond that, we get into whose seasons can be classified as 'Encouraging' vs 'Disappointing', touch on the Q-Series, Symetra grads, and a lot more. Enjoy!

161: Beth Ann Nichols

There were some developments this past week, as Greg Norman was announced as the commissioner of the new event series. We chat through everything we know, everything we've heard behind the scenes, the pros and cons, developments at the PGL, and a ton more.

493 - SGL/PGL Developments

Toby Harnden is a US based writer, author, editor and former foreign correspondent for the Sunday Times of London and the Daily Telegraph. He has reported from thirty-three countries, specializing in terrorism and war. His latest book titled 'First Casualty' The Untold Story of the CIA Mission to Avenge 9/11 centers on a team of CIA Officers "Team Alpha" who quietly dropped behind enemy lines on October 17, 2001. One member of the team was John Michael Span who paid the ultimate sacrifice and became the First Casualty of Operation Enduring Freedom. The book follows the teams activities from activation, insertion, linking up with Northern Alliance General Abdul Rashid Dostum and his men, to their extraction home. Enjoy!

For information on Toby and the book, please check out https://tobyharnden.com/

Toby Harnden, Author of 'First Casualty'

The TrapDraw is on island time this week! TC and Randy preview the Bermuda event and welcome David Woodcock, Bermuda resident, on to the show to talk all about his home. From the shorts, to the Triangle, and all the tax havens in-between, it's a deep-dive into the small island in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy!

160: Bermuda

World number one Jon Rahm joins the pod to talk about a crazy 2020-21 season. From contending at the Masters, to winning his first major at the 2021 US Open, testing positive for COVID while leading the Memorial, competing in the Ryder Cup and, of course, the new perspective he gained from becoming a father. Really enjoyed this chat with Jon - thanks to him for spending some time with us!

492 - Jon Rahm

The home game models were, once again, off the charts as Hideki wins on home soil at the Zozo Championship. Neil, DJ and Tron break down the action from Japan plus Jin Young Ko's win at the LPGA BMW Ladies Championship, the latest rumors on the PGL/SGL, and a cameo from Soly who phones in from Austin after attending the F1 US Grand Prix.

491 - Zozo Recap

Mike Browne is a veteran of the British Army serving time in the Royal Artillery. Mike broke his leg during a routine training exercise that ultimately changed his life forever. Soon after, the broken leg was riddled with infection. Twenty-two operations later, Mike made the decision to have the limb amputated to not only relieve the pain but improve his quality of life. During recovery, Mike noticed a flyer for the On Course Foundation. On Course is a UK and US based origination focused on building personal confidence and sharing experiences of injured and sick veterans through the game of golf. After starting golf in 2014, Mike progressed quickly and in 2016 turned professional. His story is not without its low points, as Mike discusses metal health throughout the podcast. It was an absolute honor to meet Mike and the rest of the warrior athletes at the 2021 Simpson Cup. For now, enjoy Mike's story!

To learn more about the On Course Foundation, please visit: http://www.oncoursefoundation.com/

Mike Browne, British Royal Artillery 

With Season 7 of Tourist Sauce set to air on our YouTube channel this Wednesday, October 20, we spend 3+ hours recapping our trip through Michigan. We chat about the trip coming together, and each course that we played, including: Detroit Golf Club, Rackham, University of Michigan, Pilgrim's Run, Diamond Springs, The Mines, Forest Dunes, The Loop, Kingsley, Belvedere, Bay Harbor, Boyne Highlands (Hills), Wawashkamo, and Greywalls. Enjoy!

490 - Michigan Trip Recap

Rory wins his 20th career PGA Tour event in a birdie fest at the CJ Cup in Las Vegas. We recap his performance, give our reactions to Rickie's return to contention, the golf course, the TV coverage issues and a ton more. Plus, we examine Phil's rants against the USGA's new equipment rule and answer some of your questions.

489 - CJ Cup Recap

It's time for another Perfect Club! DJ, Randy, Neil, and Kevin Van Valkenburg get together to discuss the HBO show, Succession. With the third season premiering Sunday night, 10/17, what better time to reflect on what is probably the best show on television. From scenes and plot points to characters and performances, and everything in-between, this episode will have you ready for the new season. Enjoy!

159: "Succession" Perfect Club

Jerad Merbitz is the NASA Liaison to SpaceX at the Kennedy Space Center. Jerad is also the co-founder of Watch Us Roar, a Christian apparel brand who's motto he tries to live out everyday. Cody catches up with him to talk all things space, NASA, SpaceX, Inspiration4 mission, and life. Jerad is an incredible friend, someone who is always there for you not matter the circumstances in life. Enjoy!

Jerad Merbitz, NASA 

Dr. Bob Rotella joins us to chat about his work with professional golfers, how we can all quiet our minds on the golf course, the yips, why golf is best played from your unconscious mind, working with athletes in other sports, the power of a strong mind, and so much more.

488 - Dr. Bob Rotella

Max Homa joins us to (belatedly) celebrate his win at the Fortinet Championship, share his thoughts on the winning process on the PGA Tour, Sungjae Im, Matthew Wolff, Jin Young Ko's win on the LPGA Tour, Phil on the PGA Tour Champions, as well as some listener questions.

487 - Max Homa recaps the Shriners

Chris Hicks is a retired U.S. Air Force veteran who's 20 years of service included 11 deployments. During his service, Chris was diagnosed with Stage 3 Colon Cancer. Chris’ story is about service, wanting more out of your life regardless of where you are from or what start you received, overcoming obstacles and the perseverance to fight on, and creating an environment that makes you happy. Survivor, Son, Veteran, friend. Enjoy!

Chris Hicks, USAF & Cancer Survivor

We caught up with Padraig Harrington and Chris DiMarco ahead of the Constellation Furyk & Friends event in Jacksonville. Soly of course wears Padraig out on the Ryder Cup, clarifies a few things that have surfaced since the event concluded, talked about the future, how the US has copied the Europeans, the Tiger effect, and a lot more. And on the back half, Chris DiMarco joins to chat about his run in the mid-2000's, the 2005 Masters with Tiger, the 2004 PGA, injury struggles, the claw grip, and a lot more.

486 - Padraig Harrington & Chris DiMarco

We head to the Garden State this week in conjunction with the LPGA's Founders Cup at Mountain Ridge CC in West Caldwell, NJ. Before diving into all that New Jersey has to offer, though, TC and Randy react to the latest Urban Meyer saga and other news of the day. In the second half of the episode, Casey Landman, friend of the pod and Jersey resident, hops on to educate the guys on pork rolls, NJ music, and so much more. Enjoy!

158: The Garden State

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