Episodes

5d ago

Swirling rumors of whose in and whose out in LIV, the start of the college football playoffs, and our resident Holiday and Christmas expert Brandi Milloy returns. Rumors are swirling about Brooks Koepka's future at LIV, and who may be coming in to the rival tour. The Grant Thornton Invitational's winning duo included one golfer who has fulfilled the "modern grand-slam." Scottie Scheffler won another Player of the the Year Award, as if there was any doubt. The Korn Ferry's Q-School gave guys the their last chance to secure a TOUR card for 2026, and former guest Dylan Wu did just that in dramatic style. Hanukkah is here and Christmas is right around the corner as Alex and Michael are deep in the holidays now. In Tuned In, Michael is enjoying, yet is mildly annoyed, at the audiobook version of Dune, while Alex is flipping between the Taylor Swift Eras Tour documentary and the P. Diddy documentary. This week's guest is Brandi Milloy, returning to the podcast for the sixth time. Brandi shares updates for her year including trips to Germany and Prague, plus givers her annual tips for a successful Christmas including how to break the ice with the family. College football has entered its bowl season, and the first round of the college football playoffs begin this weekend. In the NFL, Alex's Patriots finally tally a loss, while the Chiefs aren't looking too hot with a season ending injury to Patrick Mahomes. Michael shares an amazing rebrand for the Madison Capitols hockey team, who for "Birds Aren't Real" night became the Surveillance Swans. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying an amazing cheese steak, while Michael shares a review of the newest Italian eatery in Savannah, Lucia Pasta Bar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 9

Tiger talks about the potential new, shorter PGA TOUR, and Pheonix's Private Chef William Turner returns to the podcast. At the Hero World Challenge, Tiger Woods talked at length about the proposed changes and shortening of the PGA TOUR's schedule to 20 events. Alex and Michael share their thoughts and wonder when this could happen. On the golf course at the Hero, Hideki Matsuyama won in a playoff in the birdie fest in the Bahamas. The DP World Tour had two events this weekend, but it was Rory's odd shot off a fruit that caught the world at the Australian Open. This weekend's Grant Thornton Invitational is bringing together the best of the LPGA and the not best from the PGA TOUR in an event that isn't living up to its potential. December is here, which means shopping and winter markets and the last month of Michael's board game challenge. In Tuned In, Alex is excited that Fyre Festival Billy McFarland finally completed a festival, and Michael can't believe how much Netflix is paying to buy Warner Brothers. This week's guest is Chef William Turner, who returns to the post after first appearing five years ago. The private chef based in Pheonix, AZ, chats with Alex about how he brings his Low Country roots to the South West, how he's grown his business and the next steps for him as his popularity soars. The college football playoff bracket has arrived and the biggest surprise is Notre Dame, not just being absent, but deciding they don't want to play in any bowl games after being "snubbed." In the NFL, the Packers and Lions make gains, while the Chiefs are looking like a losing team. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares an "exciting" new additional to Boston's Logan Airport food hall, while Michael gives an update on the diet during the hardest time of the year to be on a diet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 2

The return of the Skins Game did not disappoint, a potential new shorter PGA schedule frightens Alex and Michael, and a conversation with Swedish golfer and two-time LPGA winner Linn Grant. The Skins Game returns to Thanksgiving weekend and Keagan Bradley did his best to avenge the Ryder Cup. The Hero World Challenge marks the start of silly season in golf as Scottie Scheffler looks for his third straight win in paradise. The PGA TOUR schedule is rumored to potentially decrease drastically, to just 20 events, and Alex and Michael think its starting to sound a lot like some other golf tour that's out there. Thanksgiving weeks is in the books, including karaoke for Alex and a whole lot of baking and cooking for Michael. Alex asks if We Can All Agree at what point the paper towel roll should be replaced. In Tuned In, Alex shares a top Christmas music update, and reveals the winner of the Thanksgiving Giveaway on social media. This week's guest is Linn Grant, 2-time LPGA winner, having just captured the ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge. The Swedish golfer chats with Alex about what it was like winning at the ANNIKA, playing with fellow Swedes, and the holiday baking she'll be getting into. College Football had a busy holiday weekend, with Texas causing problems for the Top 5. Plus, Lane Kiffin moves along, and will Bill Belichick follow suit? In the NFL, the Bears get a big win on Friday, and Alex and Michael pretend to know what happened Monday night. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his favorite Thanksgiving dish from the past week, and Michael looks ahead to next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 25

Jeeno repeats at the CME, heartbreak on the PGA TOUR, and the Tournament Director of the 2026 KMPG Women's PGA Championship, Laura Frick. Jeeno Thitikul took her second consecutive CME Group Tour Championship and is now the best player in the World, all this at 22 and after only four years on the LPGA. The RSM Classic wrapped up the PGA TOUR season, and other than a new winner, the big news was the players who have unfortunately missed out on keeping their TOUR cards for next season. The LIV guys showed up to the Saudi Invitational, but no fans did, and it was weird. The Skins Game returns on Black Friday, with some major post-Ryder Cup storylines. Thanksgiving is here, and that means a lot of fun for Alex, while Michael is making bread for his community. In this week's Can We All Agree, Alex thinks the DOT's new Civility Campaign which Alex and Michael think all makes sense. In Tuned In, Michael shares how he's become a handy man, while Alex is surprised that Mariah Carey's Christmas hit still isn't in the Top 10. This week's guest is Laura Frick, the Tournament Director for the 2026 KMPG Women's PGA Championship, to be held at Hazeltine in Minnesota. Laura chats with Alex and shares what it means to go to school for a job in the PGA, and how the 2026 KMPG is going to be amazing. The guy's alma mater, Quinnipiac University, it celebrating its first men's basketball win over an ACC team, and the guys couldn't believe it as the Bobcats took down Pitt. College Football's big Thanksgiving weekend includes Texas and undefeated Texas A&M, which could shake up Alex's top 4 teams. Meanwhile, Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson are enjoying an end to an interesting first season in North Carolina. In the NFL, Michael continues to pitch for Bill to come coach the Giants, while Alex's Patriots have the best record in the game. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all Thanksgiving and Michael's birthday plans (or lack thereof) for this big food holiday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 18

Alex reports back from a week in Florida at Soleta and The ANNIKA, plus a chat with PopStroke CEO Greg Bartoli. Alex started his Florida week off with a trip to the beautiful Soleta Golf Club, outside of Tampa, and shares a conversation with head pro Aaron Crooks about this amazing new course. Alex then headed to The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge to check out the chilly practice rounds and ask questions of Kai Trump and host Annika Sorenstam. The DP World Tour wrapped up their season in Dubai, handing Rory McIlroy his seventh career Race to Dubai win, and Matthew Fitzpatrick claiming the DP World Tour Championship in a playoff over McIlroy. The PGA Tour's incredibly windy Butterfield Bermuda Championship included some runners along the ground instead of flying in the air, one handed putts, and a win for Adam Schenk. The PGA Champions Tour also came to an end as Stewart Cink claimed the season finale, but more notably, Bernhard Langer's streak Champions Tour seasons with a win finally came to an end at 17. Back in Texas, Alex recounts what else he did in Florida for his relaxing vacation, while Michael is busy making hundreds of pounds of bread a day as the bakery sprints into the holiday season. In Tuned In, the guys share a plethora of media that their consuming, including the traveling Broadway show Hadestown, Mariah Carey taking her time to climb the charts, and Harry Potter. This week's guest is Greg Bartoli, the founder and CEO of PopStroke. From Wall Street to a popular mini golf empire with Tiger Woods, Greg chats with Alex about the journey, plus what makes PopStroke so different. College Football season rolls on and Alex shares his top teams, which are a bit different from the AP Poll. The NFL's best still including Alex's Patriots, as Michael's Giants look worse and worse. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares the great food he had in Marco Island, FL, while Michael prepares his Thanksgiving menu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 11

LIV makes a 18-hole change for 2026, Alex prepare for the LPGA, and a former NFL wide receiver on this week's podcast. The World Wide Technologies Championship gave one American golfer his third win of the season, thanks in no small part, in his words, to not having to worry about Scottie Scheffler this week. LIV Golf is making a big change for 2026: expanding to 72 holes. Something that makes them seem a whole lot like the PGA TOUR. The LPGA finished off their Asian swing with the TOTO Japan Classic, giving one veteran her seventh career win. Alex is headed to the ANNIKA in Florida this week, and is preparing what exactly he's going to ask the stars that show up. In Can We All Agree, Alex asks if we can get rid of hand dryers and just go to paper towels, something that Michael is a little hesitant to do. In Tuned In, Alex shares how their is an AI musical artist climbing the charts, making Michael go mad. This week's guest is Geremy Davis, the former NFL wide receiver who now hosts Golf and Gospel on YouTube. Geremy chats with Alex about playing in the NFL with Eli Manning, and how he uses golf to share his faith with others. College football is getting set into its ways as the top teams keep winning, as expected. In the NFL, Alex's Patriots are poised to be one of the best teams in the NFL after a big road win, making his giddy with excitement. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Michael asks Alex how long it would take him to shape 450 loaves of challah, something Michael just did at the bakery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 4

A LPGA rookie wins again, pondering Tiger's future, and Sweet Empire's Wells Adams on hosting a baking show. The LPGA's Mayback Championship went to a playoff to produce another win for a tour Rookie. Plus, a look ahead to Alex's trip to the ANNIKA in two weeks. The PGA TOUR comes back at a Tiger Woods designed course this weekend, and Michael wonders if Tiger will go play on the Champions TOUR. Halloween has come and gone, and Alex shares his great weekend, while Michael wonders why his neighbors set up tables for the trick-or-treators. In the new Can We All Agree, Michael fumes about kids taking handfuls and handfuls of candy on Halloween. In Tuned In, Alex can't believe how bad it was without ESPN and ABC thanks to YouTube TV, plus he wonders if rap is dead. This week's guest is Wells Adams, the host of the new baking competition show Sweet Empire on Food Network. Wells returns to the podcast to chat with Alex about what it was like hosting the holiday edition of the new show, eating all the cake while the professional judges took small bites, and how religious of an experience it was to play St Andrews this year. College Football continues to cement its top teams, as Alex shares his top 4 with just a few weeks left. In the NFL, Alex's Patriots remain atop the AFC East, while Michael's Giants struggle again and former New York QB Daniel Jones continues to show amazing success in Indianapolis. The World Series ended in LA's favor after seven games, much to the chagrin of Alex and Michael. But the real headline is how it's great to be a ballplayer named Will Smith for the past 5 years. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares what he's going to do with his leftover Halloween candy, and the guys realize its only 3 weeks till Thanksgiving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 28

The golfing world is (mostly) in Asia again this week, plus Alex asks "Can We All Agree?", and another coach bites the dust in the college world. The Bank of Utah Championship featured an exciting first time winner, who just 7 weeks ago was playing in the lowly PGA Americas Tour. The LPGA's Hanwha LIFEPLUS International Crown, played in Korea, an annual event with teams from all over the world, once again made Michael ask why we don't have a co-ed event on the calendar. The DP World Tour's season finale Genesis Invitational, also in Korea, included some Sunday heroics from three players to keep their Tour cards, including one amazing hole-out. It's late October which means Fall Festivals and more across the country, including the annual East Side Mini Open in Alex's Austin, TX. In a new segment Alex is calling "Can We All Agree?", he asks for everyone to stop taking full-volume face time calls, and to leave a space between when taking a treadmill at the gym. In Tuned In, Michael finally watches the viral sensation "K-Pop Demon Hunters," while Alex is catching the new show "DMV." College Football's Indiana continues to impress, making even Alex come around to them. Meanwhile, LSU fires their coach after a horrific start, but Deion Sanders and Bill Belichick are still at their respective institutions. In the NFL, the Jets finally break out for a big win, Alex and other Patriot fans are about to become insufferable again, and Michael can feel the pain of the Giants. The World Series continues and while Alex and Michael pray for anyone but the Dodgers, the guys don't have great faith. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about what candy will be given out on Halloween night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 21

Golf returns to Austin, paying to recline on an airplane, and comedian Shivani Dave on this week's podcast. The PGA TOUR is officially returning to Austin, TX next year with a new sponsor and course. The LPGA continues their Asian swing, and very quietly a veteran player claims her 13th career win on her home soil. Tommy Fleetwood is having an incredible past few months as he claims the DP World Tour's new India Championship. Alex shares a disturbing story of how one airline is testing seats that you have to pay extra for if you want to recline. Michael caught the start of the Savannah Ghost Pirates hockey season this weekend, and couldn't believe how horrible the officiating was. In Tuned In, Michael shares his modern review of the live action Scooby Doo movie, while Alex shares the crazy guest star at the Jonas Brothers concert in Austin. This week's guest is Shivani Dave, an up-and-coming comedian whom Alex knows from their time in high school together. Shivani shares stories of playing tennis in college, transitioning from the business world to comedy, and what its like to workshop jokes and made content. The NBA season continues without LeBron James, but Alex is most impressed by the Boston Celtics media game against the Celtic's coaches. College football is losing coaches, but not Bill Belichick (at least not yet). Meanwhile, Lane Kiffin raised eyebrows with a certain photograph, and the game's most famous dog, Peter Herbstreit, is causing a stir on Twitter. Alex's Patriots continue to roll in the NFL against some of the league's worst, while Michael Giants show greatness one moment, and why they're in the league's basement the next. The Dodgers dominated the Brewers and Alex asks Michael to compare Shohei Ohtani's game 4 performance to a golfer. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is puzzled but he new pumpkin peeps, while Michael shares some tips and tricks that work for him on his new diet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 14

Another surgery for Tiger Woods, the start of basketball and hockey season, and Elizabeth Diane Veith returns to the podcast. The Baycurrent Classic in Japan gave Max Grayserman another good chance at a win, and another loss for the second straight week. In Shanghai, the LPGA's best finally rose to the top as the season finally got its first repeat winner and a favorite for player on the year. Tiger Woods broke big news when he announced he had yet another back surgery. Michael wonders how long till he comes back (if at all), and Alex is in shock at the possibilities. October is in full swing as Alex's backyard chip-and-putt has turned dull and brown, while Halloween is around the corner and the guys figure out their costumes. In Tuned In, Michael finally watches "Deadpool and Wolverine" and shares his review, while Alex shares a Channing Tatum update from his wife. This week's guest is Elizabeth Diane Veith, who returns to the podcast fresh off her appearance in the Content Creator Classic. Elizabeth chats with Alex about playing in the event with fellow content creators, all the different member-guest tournaments she's been in, and life as a mom. The WNBA season has ended and it's time to crown the Las Vegas Aces as a dynasty. Alex is hoping next season the Indiana Fever, behind a healthy Caitlin Clark, can battle out the Aces in the finals. The NBA season is starting up, but without LeBron James, who may be out for well over a month. Alex may not miss him, especially after LeBron's poor marketing partnership amid another "decision." Hockey season is also starting up, but all Michael cares about his college hockey and their Quinnipiac Bobcats. College football had another crazy weekend, and it's looking more and more likely that Bill Belichick may not finish out the year at UNC. In the NFL, Alex's Patriots and Michael Giants are celebrating big wins, and the guys may be in shock at it. In baseball, Michael's Yankees got knocked out by the Blue Jays and now he wonders how the team can turn it around. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about the Texas State Fair and the odd food you can find in Dallas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 7

Alligators and more at the Sanderson Farms Championship, Taylor Swift's new album, and Piff Golf shares how golfing has made her better. The Sanderson Farms Championship in Mississippi got us a new winner on the PGA Tour, plus a run-in with an alligator. The LPGA's record streak of no repeat winners continued at the LOTTE Championship with a 22-year old who doesn't have LPGA status. The DP World Tour returned to St Andrews and Bobby McIntyre capped off a great weekend after winning the Ryder Cup. LIV Golf released their 2024 financials, and it doesn't look good in the Suadis are in the business of making money. Summer is coming to an end but Alex is confused as it's still 90 in Texas. Michael, meanwhile, keeps waiting for a hurricane in Georgia. In Tuned In, Michael gets in touch with his pottery side, while Alex gives his review of "The Life Of A Showgirl" from Taylor Swift. This week's guest is Piff Golfs, a content creator and new golfer whose fame made her rethink what she was doing in life. Now she credits golf, the content, and the wild ride with making her a better person and shares why she loves it all. Penn State and Texas continue to disappoint in college football, and so does UNC and Bill Belichick. In the NFL, Alex's Patriots look like they could make the playoffs, while Michael's Giants have a historic streak of turnovers as Jaxson Dart comes back down to reality. The MLB Postseason started out with a high note for Michael's Yankees, but has soured as the Blue Jays are whooping ass to start the ALDS. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex wonders why M&Ms and water go together, while Michael shares some crazy MLB Postseason stadium eats, including Philly's special 9-9-9 box. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 30

Bethpage Black was full of beatdowns, bewilderment, and bedlam, as well as our very own Alex, in this week's monster Ryder Cup recap episode. The Ryder Cup looked woefully out of the American's grasp, until it almost wasn't. Alex and Michael break down the entire week at Bethpage, including the raucous crowds, the poor decisions, the amazing European play, and the unbelievable Sunday that almost was. Plus, a look at who might captain the next team in Ireland. Alex was at the Ryder Cup, and shares what it was like being in NYC for a crazy golf weekend. In Tuned In, Michael shares what it was like at Busch Garden's Hallow-Scream, including a lot of screaming, and Alex finally checks out Stick on Apple TV. College football has some more massive upsets, including horrible Georgia and Penn State home losses. In the NFL, Alex and Michael are enjoying a rare week of joy, as Alex's Patriots added to the win column, while Michael's Giants rejoice at the start of the Jaxson Dart era. Baseball regular season comes to a close, and Michael highlights some of the crazy collapses and stories of the season, before Michael and Alex tell each other that the AL Wildcard matchup between their favorites, the Yankees and Red Sox, will only go their own way. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares what it was like eating everything at the Ryder Cup, along with the crazy In-N-Out Home Run rule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 23

An American wins in France, a preview of this weekend's Ryder Cup, and Boston comedian Dan Boulger on this week's new episode. At The French Open, Brooks Koepka looked poised to become the fourth American to win the tournament, but a late falter led to another American to a big victory. The LPGA's 54-hole NW Arkansas Championship saw a huge amount of rain, and ended up being conceded after just 18 holes. Strangely enough, friend of the podcast Stacy Lewis, who announced her retirement this week, played in the tournament the last time is was shortened due to rain to 18 holes. The golfing world descends on Bethpage Black this weekend for the Ryder Cup. Alex and Michael look at the odds, and what Team USA needs to claim a victory on home soil. Plus, Alex trying to figure out what he's going to do when he's on the grounds Saturday and Sunday. In Tuned In, Michael vents about people driving way too fast, while Alex is watching a new reality show with some comparisons to Squid Games. This week's guest is comedian Dan Boulger. Dan chats with Alex about how he got into comedy, his impressive golf game, and more. The Indiana Fever have played almost all season without Caitlin Clark, and they don't seem to need her, as they are now rolling through the playoffs. College football season continues to trod along, and Alex predicts that Indiana may not be what they seem. Alex shares a bright spot in the NFL, before the boys lament their horribleness that is their teams, including Michael's lowly Giants who may finally have to make the call for Jaxson Dart. With just over a week left in the baseball season, the guy's teams are poised for the playoffs, but Alex predicts the Brewers will finally win the World Series. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is ready to start enjoying his favorites in Austin as he returns to Texas, while Michael gives a diet update. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 16

A loaded field at the ProCore Championship, Mayor Ken from Oregon, IL, and Jon Schultz talks pin placement and ezLocator. The ProCore Championship's loaded field of US Ryder Cup stars did not disappointed as the takeover of Silverado helps prepare for Bethpage. The European's showed up at the BMW PGA Championship, and so did Captain America Patrick Reed. Jon Daly had an epic start to his Champions Tour event, with a record high score on the back nine. The LPGA is back on the schedule and it was an epic conclusion to the Kroger Queen City Championship with a two shot swing to get a former champion back in the winner's circle. Alex is besides himself at the PGA is planning to bring back golf to Austin, TX next year. Alex's time in the midwest is coming to a close, but not before he got in another adventure to a small town with big charm, Oregon, IL. Alex caught up with the Major, Ken Williams, who shares what makes their city so unique, and its more than just how you pronounce it. In Tuned In, Michael is getting back into his video-gamer era, while Alex unilaterally announces the song of the summer. This week's guest is Jon Schultz, the founder of ezLocator. Jon chats with Alex about how this software helps golf courses find better pin locations, making it easier for the groundkeeper to keep it interesting, and how the players are loving new and challenging holes. College football continues to supply some big games, as Georgia rolls on and Notre Dame faulters. In the NFL, Alex's Patriots finally break the curse of Miami, while Michael's Giants find more ways to lose. Michael's Yankees finally win a series of the Red Sox, as they continue their hunt for the top seed in the AL East. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is preparing for a St Louis food stop on his way back home to try toasted ravioli, while Michael has decided there's no time like the present to start a new diet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 9

Rory made magic, again, at the K Club for his second Irish Open Victory, a course Alex and Michael know well. The US Ryder Cup Team (most of them) are headed to the ProCore Championship, turning a sleepy event at Silverado into a loaded field. Alex's time in the midwest is coming to a close as the calendar turns and chilly fall weather comes on. In Tuned In, Michael is confused by the new slang of Gen Alpha, while Alex is reliving the music from the VMAs. This week's guest is Scott deOliveira, the General Manager at PrairieView Golf Course in Byron, IL. Alex chats with Scott about the beautiful course nestled in the country, and the unique driving range on the property, PrarieFire. College Football has entered silly season as blowout wins galore happen. And Bill Billichick finally notches a win. The NFL season kicked off and Alex's Patriots and Michael's Giants picked up where they left off last season... losing. Baseball season only has a few weeks left, and Michael's Yankees are gunning for he Blue Jays in the AL East. Meanwhile, the Colorado Rockies still have a chance to capture the all-time losing record. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is in love with the midwest fish Fridays, while Michael can't get over some of the crazy food holidays this month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 2

Tommy Fleetwood finally did it last week, and won for the biggest payday of the season. Alex and Michael wonder how many more he'll win now that he's broken through. The Ryder Cup Teams are set after Captains Keagan and Luke made their final picks. Alex thinks the US team is lacking quality, while Luke Donald's European squad looks a lot like the one that won in Rome in 2023. The LPGA's FM Championship, at the amazing TPC Boston, featured ANOTHER rookie winning on tour this season. Charlie Woods was all over social media with his hole-in-one, but Alex is celebrating Michael's namesake, Miles Russell, racking up trophies and topping leaderboards. Alex's birthday week celebrations are just getting started, as he golfs and eats his way to his late 30's. Michael recaps his amazing trip to Alaska, which brought spectacular views, wildlife sightings, but also sickness. In Tuned In, Michael can't stop his excitement of the biggest engagement of the millennium, while Alex is actually watching music on MTV. This week's guest is Morey Hershgordon, lead sports anchor at WHDH in Boston. Morey returns to the podcast to chat about fatherhood, the Patriots chances this season, and more in the Boston sports scene. College football is back, as week 1 already included upsets and disappointing QB performances. The NFL season is coming next week, and Alex's Patriots and Michael's Giants are looking for turnaround seasons. Baseball season heads to its final month, and Michael's Yankees seem to be taking advantage of a weak schedule to rally ahead of Alex's Red Sox. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his birthday food plans, while Michael shares how the food was on the cruise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 26

In this special episode, Tom Ferrell of Dream Golf chats with Alex about Bandon Dunes, Sand Valley, and more of the incredible courses in the Dream Golf catalog. Tom also shares what makes the PGA Professional Championship so special, and shares exciting news about the 2026 championship coming in April. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 19

In this special episode, Chef Noah Hester returns to the podcast to talk all about owning a butcher shop, cooking BBQ, and the new Bradshaw Cookbook. Plus, Alex chats with the Head Golf Pro at Hawk's View Golf Course, featuring some of the best views of Lake Como in Wisconsin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 12

The FedEx Cup Playoffs began at the FedEx St Jude, and Tommy Fleetwood choked again, paving the way for Justin Rose to win in a playoff. Alex headed to the LIV Golf Chicago event, and watched the liked of Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau, but overall it was just another golf event. A rumor has started that the next version of The Match will feature a battle of the 90's boy bands, with NSYNC and Backstreet Boys. Michael offers one more boy band to the mix. Alex is enjoying his summer in Wisconsin, playing more golf, drinking beer, and going to the county fair. Michael's elbow may finally be "all healed," and its just in time as he gets ready for an once in a lifetime trip to Alaska this week. In Tuned In, Alex is watching the new season of Squid Games, while Michael is rewatching The Naked Gun before watching the new one. This week's guest is Mia Hammond, now a winner on the Epson Tour. Mia returns to the podcast to talk about what it was like to win as an amateur in her home state, why she picked Duke for college, and what's next. The NFL Preseason is now in full swing, and Alex's Patriots and Michael's Giants came out swinging. The MLB season continues, and Michael's Yankees continue to look horrible, while Alex's Red Sox are chasing first in the East. As the guys #AlwaysEndsWithFood, Alex ranks to the media food spread at LIV Chicago, while Michael prepares for all the eats on his Alaskan cruise aboard Holland America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 5

The PGA TOUR regular season comes to a close with the Wyndham Championship, which unfortunately for the season, was a snooze fest. The AIG Women's Open wrapped up the LPGA's major season. With a LPGA Rookie claiming the prize, the tournament only saw 4 total hours of network coverage over the weekend. President Trump has brought back the Council of Physical Fitness, and it included some of golf's best, like Bryson DeChambeau and Annika Sorenstam. Alex is enjoying his time in the midwest, as he takes over Beloit, WI in his annual pilgrimage, making stops at the Beloit Sky Carp and more. Michael is preparing for an amazing trip to Alaska, and shares some details on his upcoming cruise to one of the world's most scenic locations. In Tuned In, Michael shares the woes of being left along for a week, while Alex is in awe of the wholesomeness of local news in the midwest. This week's guest is Matt McQueary, the Director of Golf Sales and Marketing at Big Cedar Lodge. Matt chats with Alex about what makes this golf mecca in The Ozarks so special, and how Johnny Morris (of Bass Pro Shops) keeps making it better and better. The NFL is back as football games are going to start taking over the TV again, and Alex could not be happier. Baseball season is running towards the finish, as Michael's Yankees continue to blow the season away and Alex's Red Sox start heating up in the AL East. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex asks why ranch is so much better in the midwest, while Michael shares the big news in Savannah of a local superstar chef closing her restuarant that started it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 29

The 3M Open was a birdie fire sale as everyone went low, low, low. The ISPS Handa Senior Open was another major victory for Padraig Harrington, who is making a case for Player of the Year. The ISPS Handa Women's Scottish Open featured a win for the newly turned pro Lottia Woad, who is also now the favorite for this week's Open Championship. Past guest Mia Hammond, known for dropping out of school at 16 to go pro, got her first win this week on the Epson Tour. Alex got to play one of the Holy Grails of golf last week, Payne's Valley at Big Cedar Lodge. He shares what made it so great, and where it ranks in his list of amazing courses. In Tuned In, Michael and Alex share their reviews of Happy Gilmore 2, and Michael was not a fan. This week's guest is Megan Johnston, returning to the podcast as Alex chats with her from Big Cedar Lodge. The golf instructor, named as one of the country's best by Golf Digest and the LPGA, shares what drew her to Big Cedar Lodge and what makes the Ozarks such an amazing part of the country. The NFL Preseason is now upon us, as football games start up on Thursday. So Alex is, as always, overwhelmed with excitement. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his excitement for all the pizza he'll be eating in the Chicago area this next week, and Michael shares a glowing review of Eden Supper Club in Savannah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 22

The Open Championship may have turned into a snooze-fest on Sunday as Scottie Scheffler cruised to victory for the third leg of the career Grand Slam, but his sermon at the Tuesday Press Conference definitly left a lot to talk about. Plus Alex and Michael share other random tidbits from the season's final major. The Barracuda Championship featured that odd scoring system, plus a vacancy from a YouTube star, and a breakup from everyone's favorite worst player on tour. The PGA TOUR comes back stateside to finish up the regular season as enter the silly part of the season where it all matters where you finish. Alex headed to Austin Comic Con this weekend, and shares a Q&A with "The Iron Claw," Kevin Von Erich. In Tuned In, Michael is awaiting this weekend's release of "Happy Gilmore 2," and Alex shares spills some tea on that certain couple from that Coldplay concert last week that everyone is transfixed with. This week's guest is Tripp Davis, a renowned golf course architect, and former All-American golfer, who returns to the podcast to chat with Alex about his newest project in Athens, GA with The Rose. The WNBA's All-Star Weekend was marred with "Pay Us What You Owe Us" t-shirts, and some hot shooting from the game's best. Last Wednesday was the saddest day in sports with nothing to watch, which means ESPN handed out awards an the guy's celebrate their alma mater as Ilona Maher took home a top prize. Baseball heads into the second half of the season, and as Alex heads to Illinois and Wisconsin for the next few weeks, Michael wonders if Alex will go see the red-hot Brewers. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his incredible experience at the iconic Oscar's in Las Vegas. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 15

A loaded leaderboard, but a new winner at the Genesis Scottish Open. A low score to come from behind to win at the ISCO Championship. No network TV airing for the LPGA's Amundi Evian Championship. A preview of this week's Open Championship at Royal Portrush, including if Scottie has a chance to win at a links track. The ACE Celebrity event at Lake Tahoe caught a lot of eyeballs, and Alex thinks he would have beaten Charles Barkley. Alex is in Las Vegas for a Backstreet Boys concert at The Sphere, which has changed his life for what a concert experience should be. In Tuned In, Michael shares his review of Sinners, while Alex is excited for the new Justin Beiber album. This week's guest is Paul Salter. The Golf Hynotherapist, who started out as a Vegas poker player, shares with Alex what it really means to use hypnosis to retrain our brains to play better golf. Tom Brady has a new lady on his side, making Michael wonder who it will be next week. Baseball heads to the All-Star break, where the Phillies are calling it the "Savannah Bananas" after feeling slighted by a lack of picks. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex prepares to recreate an iconic Goodfellas scene at Oscars, while Michael enjoys an iconic Savanah BBQ spot, and one of the cities newest eateries. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 8

The John Deere Classic gave us another week of a playoff on the PGA TOUR, and another playoff win for one American golfer. Plus a look at some of the surprising names in the top 5 of the leaderboard. The LPGA's fourth major is in France this week at the Amumndi Evian Championship. Alex checks the top names and gives a hint at how we should be looking at to win. Tiger Wood's love life is taking shape and some say may be headed to an engagement with a very well known former daughter-in-law. Alex heads to Vegas to see the Backstreet Boys in The Sphere, while Michael wonders the best way to start playing golf again now that his elbow is healing up. In Tuned In, Michael questions why Brian Cox and his wife have separate homes, and Alex is impressed by the star power in The Bear. This week's guest in Mark Rummings, the General Manager of the new Soleta Golf Club east of Sarasota, FL. Alex chats with Mark about how he went England to running a new Nick Price course in Florida, plus what's making this darling new course out to be one of the best in the nation. Tom Brady's relationship status keeps changing, and Michael isn't too sure about the new Hollywood Starlet linked to the GOAT. Michael's Yankees are stinking up a storm as they start to drop in the AL East standings, but Alex is excited about what this means for his Red Sox's chances. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Michael has a great idea for his bakery to capitalize on the July 4th eating contests, and Alex wondering why he can't get a box to go at Buffalo Wild Wings. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 1

The Rocket Classic in Detroit saw records set on Thursday and Friday, and a three-man playoff on Sunday resulting in a young South African phenom winning on the fifth playoff hole. In the LPGA, the team format Dow Championship went to a playoff between an America duo featuring a golfer who hasn't won in six years, and a South Korean team that found a way to win when the Americans couldn't. LIV Golf Dallas couldn't decide the event in three rounds so it also went to a playoff, and America's least favorite golfer claimed the trophy. The US Senior Open was in Colorado Springs and felt like 2005 as the Senior Circuit didn't disappoint with a Sunday that felt like match play. But it was Saturday's dust-up between Padrig Harrington and NBC's Roger Maltbie that stole the headlines. Alex is getting ready for a busy travel month and now is wondering after an internet argument: how fast is not fast enough in the left lane of the highway? In Tuned In, Michael is excited for the announcement of a new series based on the Mel Brooks classic, Young Frankenstein. Meanwhile, Alex can't is excited for the new season of The Bear, plus the return of music videos on MTV. This week's guest is Michelle Abraham, the host of Good Day Stateline on WTVO Rockford, IL. Michelle chats with Alex about her goals as a mid-day host of a local show in the Stateline area, how she became an emcee for the Rockford IceHogs, and her favorite place to east in the Rockford area. The NBA Off-season is well underway, as rosters continue to change by the hour. LeBron, meanwhile, sticks with the Lakers, and the Cooper Flagg era is here in Dallas. Jeff Bezos's monster wedding in Venice has taken over the headlines, but it's Tom Brady's blossoming relationship with Sydney Sweeney that has Alex's eye. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his new favorite happy hour spot in Austin. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 24

The KPMG Women's PGA Championship in Frisco, TX played like a US Open with tough scoring conditions. Alex shares clips from his press conference questions with course designer Gil Hanse, Olympic Gold Medalist Lydia Ko, Dr Alison Curdt of the Southern California PGA, and the new champion of the KPMG Women's PGA, Minjee Lee. Tommy Fleetwood is always a bride's maid and never a bride after a devastating 18th hole as Keagan Bradley wins again at the Traveler's Championship, potentially cementing his chances as a player-captain at this year's Ryder Cup. On the Champion's Tour, Miguel Angel Jimenez took the win in a playoff at the Kaulig Companies Championship, giving him 4 wins on the season as he celebrating in the only way he can, with cigars and red wine. The British Amateur this weekend featured an American winner for the first time in 18 years, and Alex tries his luck at Michael's trivia question: who was that American in 2007? Alex got to head out to the new Malbon Golf store that opened in Austin last week, as the apparel brand making waves in the golf world opened up in Texas style. In Tuned In, Michael shares his review of "The Phoenician Scheme" while also watching the premiere of season 3 of The Gilded Age, while Alex is watching the Netflix documentary on the doomed Titan sub, and he's all wrapped up in the conclusion to the Karen Read trial in New England. The NBA Finals wrapped up with Game 7 on Sunday as the Oklahoma City Thunder claim the championship. Also in the NBA: Kevin Durant is traded while on stage in New York. In baseball, the Rafeal Devers' drama reaching another peak as he homers off his former Red Sox, and tells the Giants he'll play whatever position they want after refusing for the Sox. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares how the new LPGA CEO said hello to the press corp at the KPMG: with Texas BBQ. Michael, meanwhile, enjoyed an anniversary weekend with a Savannah brunch and a perfectly cooked steak at home. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 17

The 2025 US Open at Oakmont CC did not disappoint, as carnage was the name of the game. But one rose above the field in JJ Spaun with a putt for the ages to seal the deal. Alex and Michael bread down the incredible week from Pittsburg, the crazy moments on the course (and from the rain delay), and ask themselves: can Spaun continue to win? The LPGA Meijar Classic came down to the wire as a Spaniard claimed her first victory in over 8 years, and become one of the winningest Spaniards on the LPGA Tour. This week is the KMPG Women's PGA Championship, and Alex will be there in Frisco, TX. Alex breaks down the course, the potential conditions, and the field ahead of this week's third LPGA major. In Tuned In, Michael is excited following the news of Spaceballs 2, with retired actor Rick Moranis returning. Alex, meanwhile, is catching "Tires" S2 on the small screen. This week's guest is Will Lowery. The former "Big Break" contestant, now content creator and friend of Tiger Woods, shares what it was like on the Golf Channel show, how cool Tiger's office really is, and how crazy it is to hit on the giant simulator at the TGL. You can catch Will on his own golf podcast, Beyond the Fairway, and with his Croshand Productions, you can see how Will is truly growing the game through representation. The NBA Finals are heating up, but Alex wants to know where Michael ranks the sports most critical moments. Yankees v Red Sox is always a hot topic on this podcast, but while the Sox swept the Yankees this weekend, Michael rains on Alex's parade with the massive trade news out of Bean Town. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex has a new favorite fast food burger, while Michael is planning his Anniversary menu. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 10

The RBC Canadian Open in Toronto was a birdie fest and ultimately went to a playoff where New Zealand's Ryan Fox secured his second victory of the season. Rory McIlroy, meanwhile, showed up but didn't show out. The LPGA's shorter ShopRite Classic had an American return to the winner's circle in Jennifer Kupcho in New Jersey as the ladies now tune up for the upcoming KMPG in a couple weeks. The Champions Tour team golf event of the American Family Insurance Championship saw Darren Clarke and Thomas Bjorn claim the top prize, and Michael's "favorite" player Angel Cabrera didn't do too poorly either. Golf's longest day, the qualifier for the US Open, was last week, and while PGA Tour fixtures like Max Homa failed to quality, a dentist and former Oakmont caddy did and gets to play in a major championship. The 2025 US Open is sure to be a brutal test as Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlRoy, Bryson DeChambeau and more descend on Oakmont Country Club. The guys wonder what the winning score might be, and Michael gets Alex to pick some favorites out of some interesting groups, including Tommy Fleetwood, Bryson, and Phil Mickelson. In Tuned In, Michael has started watching the new golf series Stick on Apple TV, while Alex got thinking after the Tony's: which major is most like each EGOT award. Michael makes guesses to see if he lines up with Alex. This week's guest is Maja Stark. The Swedish golfer returns to the podcast fresh off her US Women's Open victory at Erin Hills. The new major champion chats with Alex about what it was like to win, how she's celebrating, and why she had a Wisconsin beer in her hand afterward the win. The NBA Finals heat up at the Pacers and Timberwolves play in a "midwestern Finals." Aaron Rodgers had finally made his choice, but Alex and Michael don't know if it's a good one for the Steelers. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares a great new burger he tried in Austin, while Michael asks is George Moetz is right about just 3 toppings on a burger. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 3

The US Women's Open at Erin Hills produced a new major champion in Sweden's Maja Stark. The former podcast guest, that Alex said has done well as past US Open's, cruised to victory with the 54-hole lead Sunday. Jack Nicklaus didn't hold back on his criticism of Rory McIlroy, who skipped Jack's MEMORIAL tournament without a personal phone call to the legend of the game. Scottie Scheffler claimed his second straight MEMORIAL tournament, winning his 8th straight tournament when leading after 54-holes. The world's best player continues to be part of the "next Tiger Woods" conversation. On the PGA Champions circuit, Angel Cabrera couldn't get a third win a row, but the most interesting man in the world, Miguel Angel Jimenez, claimed victory in a playoff. Charlie Woods finally got his first victory on the AJGA circuit, and Alex wonders how the college recruiting process will go for Tiger's son. June means Hurricane season is here, and Michael is ready. Meanwhile, Alex is prepping for bring the Course of Life brand to the small screen this summer. In Tuned In, Michael can't get enough of a Las Vegas sommelier opening expensive bottles of wine, and Alex shares a new show he never heard of, and the release schedule for the final season of Stranger Things. This week's guest is Dr Raymond Prior, Ph.D. Alex chats with Dr Prior, known for his role in performance phycology, who how he got into the field, and why its so important for not just athletes, but also musicians, CEOs, and actors. You can find out more about Dr Prior at BTSMindset.com. The NBA Playoffs are set as the Indiana Pacers and the Minnesota Timberwolves win their conferences. While the NBA may not be loving the ratings potential of this midwest matchup, Michael wonders if the Pacers win will the Fever follow suit? As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares a new New England style pizza place in Austin, while Michael is eating out a lot thanks a busy week of family and friends. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 27

At Colonial, Scottie Scheffler and Tommy Fleetwood couldn't content, and instead an American claimed his second win of the year with a par on the last at the Charles Schwab Challenge. On the PGA TOUR CHAMPIONS, ex-convict Angela Cabrera is putting up a surpassingly amazing season, as his victory at the Senior US Open makes it 2-straight wins and 2-straight Majors in back-to-back weeks. The LPGA was at Mayakoba for the Mexico Riviera Maya Open, where a Japanese rookie claimed her first victory, 6 shots clear of the field. The Ryder Cup is coming up at the end of the season at Bethpage Black, and at last week's US Open, Alex asked Captains Luke Donald and Keagan Bradly how they'll pick their teams. Meanwhile, Michael has a crazy suggestion for the US Captain's picks. The PGA TOUR now heads to the Memorial, while the LPGA has their US Open at Erin Hills. Michael shares an update on his broken elbow, while Alex is celebrating the unofficial start of summer. In Tuned In, it's a race weekend! Michael can't get over the incredible finish at the Weenie 500, while Alex is in shock how Scott McLaughlin's Indy 500 ended even before it began. This week's guest is Caley McGinty. The LPGA Rookie from England shares how she played at 3 different American universities before turning pro, and what it's like playing on Tour. The NBA Playoffs roll on, and Alex just can't root for the Knicks after what they did to his Celtics. We all know that the WNBA is seeing amazing growth, thanks to the likes of Caitlin Clark. But an economics professor has put a number on how much Clark actually means to the WNBA. Tom Brady might be coming out of retirement to play again, but not exactly where you might think. And the Bill Belichick/Jordon Hudson narrative just keeps getting crazier and they two now seem to be engaged. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying the local places in Austin that haven't been ruined by tourists yet. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 20

The 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow started off slow on star power, but ended with a bang, and a couple thuds, as Scottie Scheffler claimed his third major as Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau faltered. Alex shares clips from his press conference questions with Jordan Speith and Sheffler, plus PGA Professional Ryan Lenahan. Ex-convict and 2-time major champion Angel Cabrera won for the second time on the PGA Champions Tour, and Michael wonders if he wins at the PGA Senior Championship next week, will he be a shoe-in for POTY? Alex may finally be done traveling for a little bit, but that doesn't mean he's done with his travel stories of weird people. In Tuned In, Michael finally catches Twisters, and is catching feelings for Glenn Powell, while Alex is finding good entertainment while while airborne. This week's guest is Patrick McDonald, part of the CBS Sports Golf online coverage. Patrick shares what makes this year's PGA Championship "good enough," what its like being on CBS Sports, and how a pimento cheese grilled cheese is his favorite 19th hole meal. The NBA Playoffs head to the Conference Finals, and Alex's Celtics are no longer in the picture. The WNBA kicked off their new season, and the drama between Caitlin Clarke and Angel Reese is already in top form. The NFL released the 2025 schedules, and Alex's Patriots and Michael's Giants are poised for a December MNF matchup when both teams may be in very different places. Michael shares how college softball just had one of the biggest upsets ever, as the top ranked Texas A&M Aggies faltered in the opening regional round of the NCAA Tournament. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares how his one slice of pizza at the Charlotte airport almost broke the bank, while Michael tries out Dave's Hot Chicken for some Nashville Hot style fried chicken. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 13

This week's PGA Championship at Quail Hollow has almost too many possible storylines, and Alex is on the course in Charlotte, letting us know what he's seeing and what he might ask at the press conferences early in the week. Alex and Michael inspect the course and give predictions on which star has the best chance to claim the season's second major. The Truist Championship was moved to Philadelphia ahead of the PGA Championship, where Sepp Straka claimed his second victory of the season and stole a spot in the Top 10 in the World. Meanwhile, the ONEFlight Myrtle Beach Classic went into a 3-man playoff, where all Ryan Fox needed was a chip-in to second his first Tour victory. The LPGA was in Jersey City for the Mizuho Americas Open, and the hottest golfer in the game finally got back to the winner's circle. Alex's travels across the country continue, and he shares more stories of people running through the airport from his flights to Charlotte. In Tuned In, Michael shares his review of "Thunderbolts*," while Alex is rewatching the popular show Lost. This week's guest is Grant Boone, known for the LPGA on NCA Sports, plus the Amen Corner live stream for The Masters. Grant chats with Alex about what it's like being at Amen Corner all week, how he got the job at NBC, and more from his time calling multiple sports for radio and television. The NBA Playoffs roll on, and Michael asks Alex what is happening with the Boston Celtics. In Football, the Bill Belichick/UNC/Jordon Hudson drama continues to boil, and Michael wonders if Bill will ever even coach an actual game at UNC. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex wants to know if he should visit Cookout while in Charlotte, while Michael tries out the mid-west staple Culver's for a butter burger. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 6

Scottie Scheffler finally got his first win of the season, and boy, was it an impressive one in his own backyard at the CJ CUP Byron Nelson. The LPGA was in Utah for the Black Desert Championship, an incredible backdrop for Haeren Ryu to claim her third victory on tour. The PGA Professional Championship this past week gave some for he game's best instructors and club pros the chance to play for a spot at the PGA Championship, and Alex was there to chat with some of the game's best as they punched their ticket. Alex was able to catch up with pros Ryan Lenahan, Rupe Taylor, and Bob Sowards after they had completed their final rounds. The PGA TOUR heads to the Truist Championship, moved away from Quail Hallow (which will host the PGA Championship next week). Michael wonders if Rory McIlroy can defend his title, will that make it more or less likely for him to win the season's second major? Alex has been hopping around the country covering all the different golf, and he shares another rant on travel that he just don't understand about checked bags. In Tuned In, Michael is playing a new computer game, Cities: Skylines as he continues to rest his broken arm, while Alex couldn't believe the crowds in Brazil as Lady Gaga took over Rio. This week's guest is Hope Barnett, who returns to the podcast to talk about the LPGA's growing success and which celebrities are showing up at the different tournaments. The NBA Playoffs move onto the next stage, albeit without LeBron James (once again). Michael wonders how much longer we'll see LeBron on the court. The Bill Belichick saga continues to grow more and more bizarre as new information keeps coming out about Bill and his significantly younger girlfriend. In baseball, the Yankee's Aaron Judge put up ridiculous numbers in April, making Alex and Michael gawk at his ability to smash the ball. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares what it was like to be back at Foxboro, the Boston themed sports bar in Marco Island, FL, while Michael is giving a shameless plug to his bakery's new brunch restaurant, Bread and Butter. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 29

The LPGA's first major of the season did not disappoint with a 5 woman playoff to decide the Chevron Championship. Plus, answers from the game's best as Alex chats with Ingrid Lindblad, Nelly Korda, and Ruoning Yin in Houston. Team golf was the name of the game at the Zurich Classic in New Orleans, as Andrew Novak finally got his win with his buddy Ben Griffin at his side. 17-year old Blades Brown is making a name for himself on the Korn Ferry Tour, and Michael breaks down how Brown is using his runner-up finish last week to his advantage instead of playing on the PGA TOUR this week, as he had originally planned. Alex is in Florida this week to cover the PGA Professional Championship, where the best club professionals get together to try and play their way into the PGA Championship at Quail Hallow. The PGA TOUR heads to Texas for the CJ CUP Byron Nelson, where local boy Scottie Scheffler is still looking for his first win of the season. Alex's travel day to southwest Florida was an interesting one, where he say every annoying thing happen, from passengers running to their plane to people sitting in the wrong seat. In Tuned In, Michael shares some of the movies he's watching with he extra free time, and Alex can't believe the Austin PD couldn't catch a guy hanging from a crane over downtown Austin. The NBA Playoffs roll on and while Alex is comfortable with his Celtics, Michael can't believe the refs are just handing out wins to the New York Knicks. The NFL had a banner weekend, from a fun-filled draft (where favorite Shedeur Sanders just kept slipped) to a poor interview with Bill Belichick. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is excited to visit his favorite New England themes sports bar in SW Florida, while Michael is still trying to figure out what he can cook and eat as he nurses he left arm back to health. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 22

The RBC Heritage at Harbour Town had an exciting Sunday finish as Justin Thomas finally returned to the winner's circle with a playoff victory. The LPGA's JM Eagle LA Championship produced a new winner, in just her third start, and a large donation to support LA Firefighters. This week marks the LPGA's first Major Championship, the Chevron Championship, in Houston, TX. Alex is on the grounds for the first few days and shares his thoughts on the course and a conversation with Gurleen Kaur, playing in her second Chevron Championship. The PGA TOUR's opposite event, the Coral Putacana Championship, saw Joel Dahmen lose a commanding lead down the stretch Sunday, a disappointing end to an otherwise good week of play. Plus, content creator and up-and-comer Wesley Bryan couldn't play after being suspended for playing in the LIV Duels event a few weeks ago. This week's Zurich Classic features a team format unique to the New Orleans event, and the returning duo of Masters Champ Rory McIlroy and fellow countryman Shane Lowry are the odds-on favorite. Michael shares an update on his fractured elbow, and Alex celebrates his hometown's 250th Birthday. In Tuned In, Michael caught the cult-classic 100's of Beavers with a packed theatre and can't stop recommending it, while Alex shares an unsettling update to this year's Fyre Festival. This week's guest is Darrell Kestner, a PGA Professional in New York who has played in the PGA Professional Championship over 6 decades. Darrell shares stories from his long playing career, how he won the event with different putting strokes, and more. The NBA Playoffs are in full force and Alex is all in on his Boston Celtics. Michael shares a wild inning that happening in Minor League Baseball, with a routine play that cause major deja vu. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Michael can't believe that the case of the Jersey Shore went to the home of the chicken tender in his New Hampshire home. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 15

Rory McIlroy finally did it. Alex and Michael look back at the incredible week from Augusta National, including on-site reporting from a friend of the podcast. The LPGA has their final tune-up ahead of the Chevron Championship next week. The Olympics are finally doing what we've all been asking for: a mixed team event at the next Summer Games! Hilton Head hosts the PGA Tour next for the RBC Heritage, where Scottie Scheffler looks to defend. Alex enjoyed a weekend in Austin TX, and catching up with Johnny from Austin's own Caddy Issues. Plus, Michael shares an unfortunate turn of events. In Tuned In, Michael is looking for recommendations, while Alex is wondering how we'll be making showers "great again." The NBA Playoffs tip off this week, and Alex ponders how it'll play out for his Celtics. The MLB season rolls on, and the NL is dominating everything. In the NHL, there's a new all-time goals leader, and this season/s Stanley Cup Playoffs will be missing something it's never been without before. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex enjoys some Masters Classics, while Michael celebrates Passover. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 8

The Valero Texas Open had winds, winds, and more winds, and 2023 British Open Champ Brian Harmon finally returned to the winner's circle. The Korn Ferry Tour was in Savannah for the Club Car Championship, but the real story was Ryan McCormick who taped his mouth shut for his Friday round. The PGA TOUR and PIF have been at it forever, and seem to be getting close to a deal. But news broke of a rejected offer of investment from PIF with one little caveat that is still the sticking point. The LPGA still has a match play event on their schedule, the T-Mobile Match Play, which gave us a champion who hasn't been in the winner's circle in a long time. Former Master's Champion Angel Cabrera, and veteran of the Argentinean prison system, just made the field of the James Hardie Pro Football Hall of Fame Invitational, and took full advantage by cruising to victory, just in time for his return to Augusta National. The first major of the year kicks off in Augusta, GA at The Masters as the world's best vie for the coveted Green Jacket. Alex and Michael look at the field and Alex shares his very hot take on the betting odds. In Tuned In, Michael shares his review of the meme-able film "The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent," while Alex shares his thoughts on "White Lotus" season 3 and the upcoming Fyre Festival. This week's guest is Nicholas Callaway, who chats with Alex about the new memoir he edited about his father, Ely Callaway, the founder of Callaway Golf. Nicholas shares stories from the book, like how Ely founded the brand in his 60s, and how AI is being used to recreate Ely's voice for the audio book version. The NCAA Women's Basketball Champions are the UCONN Huskies... again. While all the eyes keep going to the men's powerhouses of Duke and UNC, Michael reminds us that that school in the middle of Connecticut just keeps winning National Titles, year after year. Baseball season is in full swing after two weeks, but is it too soon to jump to conclusions? As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, they dive into Blake Lively's poorly executed bakery visit in Connecticut. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 1

The Texas Children's Houston Open has some fireworks on Sunday at Scottie Scheffler couldn't get it done and Min Woo Lee breaks through on the PGA TOUR. LIV Golf unveiled a new creator tournament coming at their Miami stop, dubbed The Duels. Featuring content creators next to LIV pros, it sounds an awfully lot like The Creator Classic on the PGA TOUR, who had a lot to say about these creators jumping ship. Jim Nantz shocked the golf world with his retirement announcement... that'll come at The Masters... in 2036. The LPGA is back stateside and Lilia Vu couldn't finish the deal at the Ford Championship as Hyo Joo Kim took the win in a playoff after a Sunday 64. The PGA TOUR now heads to the Valero Texas Open and the last chance before The Masters. Alex and Michael share some updates going on in their personal lives, as well as what they are Tuning Into, like cleaning up their email boxes, and an update on Michael's 2-year long board game challenge. This week's guest is Jane Spicer, the owner and founder of Daphne's Headcovers. Jane chats with Alex about how the company started, what it was like when Tiger Woods started using a Daphne Headcover, and more. March Madness now rolls into April with a very boring Final Four as the selection committee is likely patting themselves on the back for getting it right. NFL Free Agency still has some life left in it, as Michael's Giants surprised everyone with the signing of Russell Wilson, and Alex's Patriots continue to spend, now on WR Stefon Diggs. Baseball season is finally underway, and while Alex's Red Sox are faltering out of the box, Michael's Yankees are pounding the ball with some controversial new baseball bats. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex heads to a crawfish boil, while Michael celebrates across Savannah. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 25

The Snake Pit bit a bunch of guys this week at The Valspar, and the back 9 on Sunday did not disappoint as Victor Hovland outlasted Justin Thomas. Rory's young protege from Hollywood is seeming to ignore all of Rory's advice as a jump to LIV golf is in the cards for Tom McKibben. The US Team announced their new Solheim Cup Captain, friend of the podcast Angela Stanford, who will lead the ladies into The Netherlands next year. This weekend's premiere junior golf tournament, the Sage Valley Jr Invitational, got a lot of attention. Not just for the winner (Miles Russell at -9), but for Charlie Wood's average result, and the incredibly poor showing of Donald Trump's eldest grandchild. Tiger made an uncharacteristic social media post about his new relationship, prompting questions of what he actually means for golf's GOAT and the ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr (and mother President Trump's eldest grandchild). The PGA TOUR now heads to Texas for the Texas Children's Houston Open, where Rory McIlroy will do a tune-up for the Masters. In Tuned In, Alex is excited as his occasional vacation spot of Marco Island was featured on The Americas documentary-series, while also marveling at Celine Dion's golf game after a recent swing post from the Canadian singer. This week's guest is Kira Peterson, a golf content creator in Wisconsin, who chats with Alex about her journey into the game from snowboarding, and what makes golf in Wisconsin so special. March Madness kicked off this past weekend, and the results were... expected. Mostly. NFL Free Agency continues and Michael's Giants have finally made a big splash in the QB market... for someone you wouldn't expect. Baseball kicks off it's season for real this week after last week's 2-game Tokyo Series. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, they break down this year's menu at the Champions Dinner at The Masters, as Scottie Scheffler makes a few small tweaks from last year's menu. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 18

Rory McIlroy took THE PLAYERS Championship in a playoff victory Monday morning, claiming yet another big win. But his week started off with an odd fan interaction, and Alex and Michael continue to wonder if he's the man who can win another major, or even the star the game needs anymore. Tiger Woods had an odd week, from another surgery should end his PGA career (says Michael), to rumors of an intimate relationship with someone from the inner Trump circle. The LPGA and TGL rumors are heating up, meaning we might start seeing Nelly Korda and Lydia Ko, among others, hitting it into the massive simulator screen. But Michael warns that what we really want is teams featuring both the women and the men. The Valspar Championship wraps up the PGA TOUR's Florida swing, a course that is surprisingly hilly for the Sunshine State. Alex made a trek to Horseshoe Bay Resort to see the opening of the new Callaway Golf Academy, and while there got to chat with Horseshoe Bay's Director of Golf, Anthony Holder, golf content creator Dalton Joyce, and Nicholas Callaway, the son of Callaway founder Ely Callaway. In Tuned In, Michael shares how sometimes being a dog owner means not sleeping well. March Madness is truly upon us now, as the brackets are out and all the mid-majors are watching from the outside. Alex and Michael take quick looks at the men's and women's tournaments, and Alex gives his favorites and sleepers. NFL Free Agency continues to heat up, but Michael's Giants keep doing odd things (or nothing at all). Major League Baseball kicks off its regular season on March 18 in Japan, but then takes a week to go back to Spring Training before actually starting the rest of the season. Michael and Alex are perplexed. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares the great food he had at Horseshoe Bay, while Michael shares an exciting new appetizer he made with roasted grapes. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 11

The Puerto Rico Open featured a new PGA TOUR winner, by a whole bunch of strokes. The Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill wasn't short on dramatics down the stretch, but NBC's botched coverage thanks to a commercial break took away the best moment of Russell Henley's big win. The DP World Tour's Joburg Open in South Africa included one of those odd moments of a player posting a low number and then needing to wait it out to see if they win. Alex loves the coverage they do with a camera in the player's face, and in the end, Calum Hill survived the extended break in the clubhouse and a playoff to take the win. The LPGA wrapped up their Asian swing in China with a new winner at the LPGA Blue Bay, while two past CoL guests finished in the top 30. TPC Sawgrass hosts the unofficial 5th major as THE PLAYERS highlights this weekend's events. Alex shares what he visited at SXSW in Austin this past weekend, including a Whataburger museum filled with art inspired by the Texas burger chain. In Tuned In, Michael shares a review of the most recent Oscar Winner for Best Animated Feature, Flow, while Alex's plethora of viewing this past week includes updates from Fyre Festival 2 and a crazy few minutes on a Southwest Airlines flight. This week's guest is Jason Epstein, the PGA Director of Golf & Athletics at Congressional Country Club. Jason chats with Alex from the PGA Show floor and shares how the course has changed and what to look forward to as major championships return to this historic DC course. March Madness is just about hear, and all the mid-majors are just praying for a spot outside of the play-in games. NFL Free Agency is lighting up, and while Michael's Giants finally have a QB, Alex's Patriots are getting ready to spend some money. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares the incredible food he had visiting SXSW, but also the food he didn't get to have because he's "too old" to wait in line. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 4

From the cut line to the winner's circle, the PGA Tour has a brand new champion at the Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches as a depleted field masters a usually windy PGA National. At the South African Open, a rain soaked shortened tournament resulted in a new winner on the DP World Tour and another countryman winning their national title. The PLAYERS is just two weeks away, and while LIV golfers have been shut out of the biggest payday on the PGA Tour, one former player has gotten himself back into the field. The LPGA's HSBC Women's Open is the unofficial Asian Major, and you can now add that trophy to the case of Hall of Famer Lydia Ko. The PGA TOUR heads to the Arnold Palmer Invitational, and the time of year when Scottie Scheffler dominates. This week's guest is a perennial Top 100 Golf Coach Jon Tattersall. Jon chats with Alex from the PGA Show back in January, sharing insight on how technology is an important part of the coaching process, what's really happening with the grinders on the PGA Tour, and more. March Madness is coming and Alex and Michael care most about their mid-major alma mater and their chances of doing what mid-majors only dream of. Michael's New York Giants had a horrible season, and now have a completely empty quarterback room as they enter free-agency. What's more surprising is that the Giants are considering adding a former Jet to their roster--Aaron Rodgers. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex checks out a world famous BBQ joint, while Michael tries the newest Coca-Cola Orange Cream live. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 25

The Mexico Open at Vidanta went to a playoff and the journeyman Brian Campbell overcame the rookie Aldrich Potgeiter thanks to the luckiest of bounces. With more news of talks for the PGA and PIF merger, the rumor is now circulating that we could see LIV players at THE PLAYERS in just a couple weeks. But could that really happen? The LPGA started their Asian swing, and an American claimed victory after holding off an incredible Sunday 61 from a rookie on tour. The PGA TOUR now heards to PGA National for the Cognizant Classic, one final tune up before the tour rolls into TPC Sawgrass. Alex was enjoying the cold and the baseball as he checked out the Karbach Round Rock Classic, featuring some college baseball teams and loud metal bats. In Tuned In, it's a round robin of movie awards, new seasons of favorite TV shows, concerts, and more. This week's guest is Ara Anton, known as the Country Club Comic. Ara chatted with Alex at the PGA Show in January, and shares how he went from a caddy to a comic, his favorite celebrities he's caddied for, and how he finds humor in everything golf. Alex and Michael have a lot of questions for Bill Belichick, as everyone's attention is on the 23 year old girlfriend of the 72 year old Hall of Fame coach. Spring Training is heating up, and the biggest news was the end of the no facial hair policy for the New York Yankees. But with the announcement from team captain Aaron Judge that he won't grow anything, will the other players stay clean as well? As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's a Girl Scout Cookie favorite being turned into a milkshake, and some of Savannah's best restaurants. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 19

The Genesis Invitational did not disappoint, as Ludvig Aberg delivers on the 18th green for his second PGA TOUR victory. Plus, the love for Tiger Woods after the loss of his mother is felt throughout the tournament. On the PGA Champions Tour, 17 years removed from his last victory, Justin Leonard delivers an emotional victory and a return to form. The LPGA announces new pace of play rules, firmly spelling out punishment for slow play and reiterating how it will dole out that punishment, something Alex and Michael agree is a great step forward in stopping sluggish play in the professional game. The PGA TOUR heads to the Mexico Open at Vidanta where Michael wonders if Jake Knapp can find a winning form again to defend his title from the shortened tournament last year. The weather across the US continues to be crazy, from heat in the south, to snow in the north, and it finally hit home for Alex as he is riddled with sickness. In Tuned In, Michael pulled the trigger and is playing the newest installment of the Civilization franchise nonstop, while Alex caught the star-studded SNL50 specials. Alex caught up with the 2025 PGA of America Coach and Instructor of the Year while at the PGA Show last month, Jason Baile. Jason chats about the importance of stretching and his Golf Forever program. The 2024 PGA of America Coach of the Year, Jason Baile, also talked with Alex at the PGA Show, sharing personal stories with Korn Ferry winner Hank Lebioda, LPGA Hall of Famer Inbee Park, and Solheim Cup Captain Stacy Lewis. NBA All Star Weekend came and went, and it was a disappointment as Alex shares how horrible one of his favorite weekends has become. Major League Baseball is back (!) as Spring Training heats up and Alex has faith in his Red Sox after a busy offseason. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about Valentine's Day as the guys recap their romantic meals, including bougie honeycomb and a thick steak. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 12

The party at TPC Scottsdale didn't disappoint at Belgium captures its first PGA TOUR victory thanks to Thomas Detry's big win at the WM Pheonix Open. The Founder's Cup produced a suspenseful Sunday until Jin Young Ko's bogey-less streak ended at 90 holes and American Yealimi Noh claimed her first LPGA victory. Big news happened this week in the PGA and PIF merger, as Donald Trump got to meet with the PGA, and Tiger played 18 with the President Sunday morning. The Genesis Invitational heads to Torrey Pines, and Tiger Woods is in the field. A course that has brought Tiger a lot of success over his career, Michael wonder's if Tiger would have teed it up if the tournament would have been held at Riviera. This weekend's headline is Valentine's Day, and there's still time to get something for the one you love. In Tuned In, Michael is getting ready to play the newest game in the long running Civilization franchise, but wants Alex's help in deciding which version to buy. Alex, meanwhile, got to see Lifehouse in concert, a 2000s band that doesn't do many shows anymore. This week's guest is Stacy Lewis. The 2 Time Major Champion and Solehim Cup Captain in 2023 and 2024 for Team USA shares what it was like to coach a winning team on US soil, he plans for the future, and she shares her thoughts on the game's future. Super Bowl 59 did not go as planed for the Kansas City Chiefs, as the Eagles fly high and cruise to victory. Alex and Michael break down their favorite prop bets from the game, and their thoughts on Kendrick Lamar's Halftime Show. In #AlwaysEndWithFood, the guys share their Super Bowl spreads, including muffuletta sandwiches from Alex, and a Dip Party for Michael. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 5

Rory McIlroy called it one of the "Cathedrals of Golf" and has now taken the top prize at Pebble Beach after winning this weekend's AT&T Pro-Am. Top names dominated the leaderboard including Shane Lowry, Justin Rose, and the return of Scottie Scheffler. Plus, Alex asks what Michael thinks of Jason Day's Malbon all-sweats outfit. The LPGA season kicked off in Orlando, FL with the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions. Nelly Korda tried to start off her 2025 with a win, charging late, but South Korean A Lim Kim held on for her third victory on Tour. The Korn Ferry Tour also started off their season at The Panama Championship, and past guest Dylan Wu had a strong weekend finishing T2 as he works to get back to full PGA TOUR membership. This weekend's big event is the WM Phoenix Open. More of a party and a concert than a golf tournament, Alex asks Michael which headliner for the concerts each night he'd want to sit through (hint: Michael will bring a photograph to hold up during the concert). The TGL got their first taste of Tiger vs Rory last week, and their first OT "thriller." But maybe the more interesting finding is that the TGL is hiring seat fillers for the intimate venue. Alex's time at the PGA Show two weeks ago got him some cool videos of what was happening. A new VLOG will be hitting our YouTube channel this week, and Alex shares a surprise of what you'll find in the video. In Tuned In, Michael shares how anxious the last two weeks have been if you're of a certain political persuasion, and Alex shares updates on Beast Games and his favorite moments from the Grammys. This week's guest is Gianna Gravalese. Returning to the podcast, Gianna shares stories of this year's iHeartRadio Jungle Ball, her predictions for who will have a big 2025, and why everyone should go on a burger crawl with their fiends. Follow along with Gianna on Instagram at @giannagravalese and @HangryCures. The NFL's Pro Bowl Games very quietly took place over the weekend, and Michael and Alex wonders if anyone really cares. Super Bowl LIX heads to New Orleans for a matchup nobody wanted, but at least the prop bets keep things interesting, including a whole bunch themed around Taylor Swift and Kendrick Lamar's halftime show. The NBA is all aflutter after a massive trade this weekend which begs the question: is anybody safe? Trading cards are getting bigger and bigger, but an amazing deal of experiences and season tickets couldn't sway one kid from giving away a one-of-a-kind Paul Skenes card to the Pittsburgh Pirates. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex gets in on the action at the Chilis 3-For-Me deal, and Michael is getting used to a new space as the bakery he works at grows and grows. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 29

Alex and special co-host Charlie Crenshaw share their impressions of the 2025 PGA Merchandise Show, the largest show in 15 years, in Orlando, FL. The new PGA of America President spoke at the PGA Show about new rollbacks to the golfball, and Charlie shares his thoughts on the controversial plans. Charlie shares his favorite breakfast spot, iHop, and what he ordered before the show started. Alex chats with Amber Bogle, a PGA HOPE Ambassador and veteran, who shares how she fell in love with the game of golf, and what it was like to putt in front of Arnold Palmer. Ranked as one of the best instructors for kids in America, Megan Johnston chats with Alex about the fundamentals and what makes Big Cedar Lodge and Payne's Valley so amazing. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 22

The American Express was a return to the winner's circle for Georgia alum Sepp Straka, slowly turning into one of the world's best. But PGA Rookie William Mouw stole the show with his horrifically bad 13 during his second round. The schedule for the next few weeks is set on the PGA TOUR until the Genesis Invitational. Normally at Riviera, now moved due to the LA Wildfires, Alex and Michael wonder if we'll see the tournament in Scottsdale right after the WM Phoenix Open. The Dubai Desert Classic was a big win or LIV golfer Tyrrel Hatton, whose win in Dubai will give him much needed OWGR points to stay in the majors. Tiger Woods made his official TGL debut last week, but didn't get a good result as his Jupiter Links fell to a very good LA Golf Club anchored by Sahith Theegala. Alex is off to Orlando for the PGA Show this week, where he'll be chatting with world renowned instructors, Solheim Cup Captain Stacy Lewis, and more. Make sure to follow along on our IG and YouTube so you don't miss it. In Tuned In, Michael is battening down the hatches as an unusual winter storm makes its way to Savannah with freezing rain, sleet, and snow. Alex, meanwhile, is disappointed with the "ending" of Squid Game and wonders what the best game to take is in Mr Beast's Beast Games. This week's guest is Kelly Walker from Visit Frisco, The Communications Manager shares her thoughts on the amazing golf available in this Dallas suburb, how great the sport scene is, and more. The NFL Playoffs gave us some dissapointing outcomes as fan favorites couldn't get over the hump into the Conference Championships next weekend. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying a healthy date night with some sushi, while Michael is whipping up a Chocolate Honey pie. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 15

The Sony Open went to a playoff, and Nick Taylor notched his third playoff and fifth PGA Tour victory in Hawaii. TGL debuted at its home in Florida as The Bay Golf Club beat up the New York Golf Club at the incredibly tech-infused indoor league which left Alex very satisfied. LIV Golf has always been about the money, and one exiting member of the rival tour sounded off. Next week is the PGA Show in Orlando, FL where anyone who makes anything golf related gets together to showcase their wares. Alex will be there once again and shares what we should expect in the coming weeks on the podcast. In Tuned In, Michael shares the progress he and his wife are making in their two-year long board game challenge, playing every game they own 3 times (they own over 100). Alex, meanwhile, doesn't understand why everyone doesn't take the money in Squid Game's second season, and the new Beast Games from Mr Beast. This week's guest is Francis Biondi, a golf instructor at Beyond Golf Performance in Austin, TX. Francis shares his views on golf, plus what it was like to make meatloaf for Gordon Ramsey on Master Chef, and putt it out on Holey Moley. College Football is headed to its championship, and its a bit of a disappointment with how bad the selection committee is at ranking teams. In the NFL, the Wild Card Weekend is in the books, and now it's just a matter of time before the Chiefs are in the Super Bowl. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is getting healthy in January with cauliflower pizza, while Michael is staying warm with the best ramen in Savannah. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 8

The Sentry kicked off the 2025 season in paradise and Hideki Matsuyama set a PGA scoring record with a unique swing that bothers Alex. 2024 wrapped up in style for Alex and Michael, as they share what happened during the holidays, including a hilarious tour of Savannah, and poorly-timed sickness for Alex. The TGL kicks off this week with an arena that includes incredible technology, a rotating green, and a screen as big as a movie theater. Rumors are swirling of a new format for the TOUR Championship, and it would mark a return of a bracket on the PGA Tour. Scottie Scheffler punctured his hand during Christmas, and Alex really wonders why the best player in the world is risking injury to his most important asset. In Tuned In, Michael watched the hilarious surrealist slapstick comedy Hundreds of Beavers and encourages everyone to watch it. Alex, meanwhile, can't get over the generosity of Mr Beast in the new show Beast Games. This week's guest is Jason Mengel, the Championship Director of the 2023 KitchenAide Senior PGA Champ, the 2025 KMPG Women's PGA Champ, and the 2027 PGA Champ, all being held at PGA Frisco. Jason shares what its like to run a major championship, and what everyone should expect as the world best keep coming to Frisco and the new PGA of America HQ. College Football's new bracket is creating plenty of drama, and all the upsets, as all of the top 4 seeds lost their games. But Alex's Baby Bets were able to secure a winning season as Bowl Season heads toward its conclusion. The NFL Season wrapped up its regular season, and Michael's Giants and Alex's Patriots shared similar fates. And yet, the Giants kept their coach and the Patriots parted ways with theirs, creating some confusion and frustration. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is trying to get a taste of home in a Lobster Roll, and Michael tried a Savannah staple in Vic's on the River that did not live up to the hype. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 23, 2024

It's the annual Festivus Special, with an airing of grievances, great feats of strength, or Festivus Miracles.Support our friends! - Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 18, 2024

The PGA and LPGA teamed up for their annual team event, the Grant Thorton Shootout, where a new pairing took the win wire-to-wire. Meanwhile, Michael wonders why the PGA's best don't show up while the LPGA's does. Plus excitement at what may be coming to the Olympics in LA in 2028. The DP World Tour had their annual episode of Planet Earth with a side of golf in South Africa for the Alfred Dunhill Championship, where local Shaun Norris had to wait it out after posting a score for the win. This weekend is the annual PNC Championship, where all eyes will be on Tiger Woods as he returns to play with son Charlie. But other parent-child teams are more likely to win this fun event. Alex is headed to Frisco, TX to see the Frisco Bowl and check in with friends from his last trip to the Dallas area. In Tuned In, Alex is sharing his take on the season finale of Yellowstone, while the Top 10 is now very full of Christmas songs. This week's guest is Blair Wortsmith, who the guys first met at the Desire Cup at TPC Sawgrass in 2023. Blair, the Director of Programs and Operations for the Danny Wuerffel Foundation, is also the Fan Experience Producer for SEC Nation on ESPN. Blair chats with Alex and shares what its like being on the road every weekend with the SEC Nation team, what it was like meeting Matthew McConaughey, and how her British boyfriend first reacted to American football. The Lady Vols of Tennessee broke the record for the most 3-pointers made in a game, beating out a record held by 2-teams in the men's side of the ball. In College Football, Bowl Season is now upon us, and this weekend's first slate of games in the CFB Playoffs makes Michael ask: does anyone really like Notre Dame? Plus, a new addition to the college landscape is making massive shifts in the game. In the NFL, Michael's Giants continue to suck in new sucky ways, Alex's Patriots continue to lose, and the Chiefs continue to win. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is ready for all the great eats in Frisco, while Michael has his Christmas menu also all set. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 11, 2024

The Hero World Challenge did not surprise, as Scottie Scheffler won for the 9th time globally in 2024, becoming just the second player to do it. So it Scottie really as good as Tiger Woods? Alex and Michael ponder the question. The LIV guys showed up at the the PIF Saudi International and Joaquin Neimann showed how he could be the best golfer currently in the rival circuit. The Grant Thorton Invitational heads to Naples, FL with co-ed teams from the PGA and LPGA, an event that should really have a more central spot on the golf game's calendar. Michael shares a news story about someone's golf clubs that caught fire thanks to a Delta luggage crew, and Alex wonders how that could happen. In Tuned In, Michael shares a review of this year's Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, while Alex is enjoying the new Pop Culture Jeopardy! This week's guests are WVU Football reporter Jorden from the Country Roads Webcast and John Maddox from TigersSportsReport.com. Both Jorden and John share insights from the past season, what's in store for the future, and their predictions for the Frisco Bowl. In Pop Politics, Michael is wondering what is fair game when heckling a player during a sporting event. Juan Soto is now the highest paid professional athlete, taking a monster deal with the Mets, and Michael isn't bitter about it at all. In College Football, Alex had a dismal week with his Baby Bets during Conference Championship weekend. And Michael is loving the first ever college football bracket. In the NFL, Michael's Giants continue to suck, but maybe not as bad as the neighboring Jets, but the Chiefs continue to find ways to win football games. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is looking forward to the return of the Snack Wrap at McDonalds, while Michael visits a new Irish Pub in Savannah with some very big roots in Ireland and a place Alex and Michael visited a last year. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 4, 2024

Rumors with LIV golf are flying as CEO Greg Norman appears to be on the way out, Tony Finau may be headed to the rival circuit, and the DP World Tour may be the official partner for LIV players. Bryson DeChambeau's YouTube videos continue to draw attention, as he tries to chip over his house and make a hole-in-one, and he has one last shot at breaking 50 on the course with Tom Brady. The Hero World Challenge takes center stage this weekend, albeit without Tiger playing and only hosting in this hit-and-giggle event to start December. In Tuned In, Michael is getting the holiday Harry Potter marathon starter, while Alex has a review of the new Netflix holiday movie Hot Frosty. This week's guest is Guy de Havillande, the CEO of Million Dollar Round. Guy shares with Alex all the details about a new amateur tournament that will give the winner a check for one million dollars. The NBA's in season tournament is featuring some very bright and colorful courts, prompting Alex to ask Michael what he prefers to see under the feet of the athletes. It was Fight Week across football this weekend, as big brawls broke out in the college and professional games. Plus, Alex has a big week in his Baby Bets, and the guys lament further disappointment of their favorite NFL teams. In #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex enjoys the wonders of Thanksgiving leftovers, while Michael cooked just the right amount of food for the holiday. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 27, 2024

The RSM Classic finished off the PGA Tour's Fall schedule, and it included a new winner on Tour and some movers that secured cards for 2025. The LPGA season wrapped up with the CME Group Tour Championship, and it was a nail-bitter of a Sunday between Angel Yin and Jean Thitikul for the largest prize money in LPGA history. Thanksgiving week is here and that means you can play golf without having to watch golf, you can eat what you want when you want, and you can watch whatever is on the television. Women's college basketball had two milestones this week: a new winningest coach in college basketball, and the end of the game's current longest winning streak. College Football had some surprises in store this weekend, and Alex's Baby Bets didn't fare too well. In the NFL, Michael's Giants had big changes over the last week, but the same horrible results. Alex's Patriots, meanwhile, cruised into meaninglessness. And the NFL Thanksgiving slate doesn't look that hot. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex can't believe the prices for pizza and chicken tenders at a UNLV game, while Michael is flabbergasted as a DiGiorno Thanksgiving Pizza special. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 20, 2024

The PGA Fall is still producing emotional and important wins as Rafael Campos claimed his first career victory, just days after becoming a father, at the Butterfield Championship in Bermuda. The Race to Dubai came to a close as Rory McIlroy claimed his 3th consecutive DP World Tour season title, his 6th overall, as he ties Seve Ballesteros and looks to overtake Colin Montgomery's record 8 titles. The LPGA's ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge included a lot of big names, like the GOAT Annika herself, Caitlin Clark at the ProAm, and more. Alex got a chance to cover the event remotely and asked questions of Brittany Lincicome, rookie Rachel Kuehn, and World #1 and winner of the event, Nelly Korda. One of the big highlights of the weekend was the return to the ring for Mike Tyson as he faced off against Jake Paul. But the hype outpaced the fight as it was a disappointment in the ring, and on the Netflix stream. In Tuned In, Michael shares an update to his flooded car situation, and Alex uncovers a Quinnipiac connection to a new hit TV show, and highlights the fastest moving Christmas songs in the Top 100. In Pop Politics, Alex wonders what's the best way to ask for and give gifts for Christmas, while Michael is shocked at a new 4-year long cruise to "escape the Trump Presidency." Inside the NBA has been a staple on TNT's coverage for decades, and it all looked like it was coming to an end as the NBA ended its partnership with TNT Sports. But it looks like it will rise again to keep Ernie, Chuck, Kenny and the guys together. Alex's Baby Bets rebounded in college football, continuing his winning season on small bets. In the NFL, the Chiefs have finally fallen, while Alex's Patriots lose again, and even on a bye week Michael's Giants find new ways to lose. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex asks how much turkey is too much turkey? And Michael shares what its like to make 400 loaves of challah. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 13, 2024

The FedEx Fall heats up at the World Wide Technologies Championship and 11 birdies for Austin Eckroat. The Lotte Championship was a swan song for one past podcast guest as the LPGA heads towards their season ending tournament. The PGA Champions Tour Championship ended in dramatic fashion as Bernhard Langer uses the last moment to claim his first victory of the season, his 18th straight season with a win. Alex heads to a Texas Stars hockey game and is reminded that HOTTOGO is as big as we know it is. In Pop Politics, a Texas strip club made headlines with their "Head To The Poles" voter incentive program. In Tuned In, Michael shares the car disaster he didn't see coming, and Alex catches the premiere of Yellowstone. This week's guest is Charlie Crenshaw, who's hares memories of watching his Uncle Ben win the 1995 Masters, how that influenced him to get into golf, and his philosophy on teaching golf on his TikTok show "In The Hazard." College Football suprised everyone with upsets all over resulting in Alex's first losing week in his Baby Bets. In the NFL, Alex's Patriots had a bright weekend, while Michael's Giants find new ways to suck in a new country. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about that Thanksgiving menu. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 6, 2024

The PGA TOUR and LIV merger may finally be headed to some sort of conclusion, but is it really? The PGA TOUR released big proposed changes for field sizes and the size of the TOUR membership, making Alex and Michael wonder what they are thinking and who they are really protecting. The LPGA wrapped up their Asian Swing by giving away a toilet (no, really) after a 6 hold playoff in Japan. Plus, Nelly Korda gets what's hers and poses for Sports Illustrated. At a press conference for the upcoming ANNIKA Driven tournament, Alex asked the GOAT about Caitlin Clark, and got a great answer about women's sports and what it means for Clark to be playing in the Pro-Am. Alex's Marco Island trip is all wrapped up, and it included 36 holes of mini golf with his wife. On the way back home, Alex got to thinking about what's worse on an airplane, having the seat in front of you fully reclined, or having the passenger next you have their light on all flight. In Tuned In, Michael shares how embarrassing it must be for his puppy to now have a Cone of Shame, while Alex is excitedly ready for the Christmas music season. This week's guest is _crete_king, aka Elijah Miller, known on TikTok and Instagram for hitting golf balls straight off the concrete with every club. Elijah shares what got him started in the content, how he came up with the name, and shares some tips for others who want to hit off the concrete too. The football weekend was a quiet one, at least on the college front. But in the NFL, Alex and Michael can't find anything good for their favorite teams. In the World Series, Michael's Yankees didn't seem to even show up, and he's awfully disappointed but ready to move on. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex loved the oysters he got in Florida, and Michael couldn't believe how much he spent for a night at a Korean BBQ buffet. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 29, 2024

The ZOZO Championship had some big names that couldn't get the job done as a young Columbian notched his second PGA TOUR victory. The is almost done with their Asian swing at the Maybank Championship, and another talented pro on a hot streak claimed her second win in three starts. The DP World Tour had a playoff at the Genesis Championship in Korea, but the loser took the headlines with his hot temper and broken locker. Alex is down in Marco Island for his bi-annual trip to the Florida Gulf Coast, where he plans on celebrating Halloween with pumpkins on the beach. But the political ads are just taking over now that he's watching TV in a competitive state. In Tuned In, Michael is playing a new Legend of Zelda game where you actually play as Zelda(!), and Alex is excitedly watching a fellow Quinnipiac alumni and Olympian dance it out on Dancing with the Stars. This week's guest returns for the fifth time to talk Thanksgiving, Christmas, and football Sundays. Lifestyle Blogger Brandi Milloy chats with Alex about all that, plus what she's thankful for and what it was like to visit Guatemala during a service trip. College football had a quiet week (compared to last week), and the NFL produced a shocking result for Alex's Patriots. In the World Series, Michael's Yankees didn't have a good start in LA, and by the time you listen to this, it may all be over. In #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is getting ready for a world with working ice cream machines at McDonalds, while Michael is enjoying a wonderful risotto at home. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 22, 2024

The Shriners Children's Open in Las Vegas was headlined by 50+ MPH winds, wrecking havoc on the schedule and the balls on the green. The LPGA is about to wrap up their Asian swing, but not before Hannah Green won for the third time this year. The Champions Tour is starting their season-ending tournament series, and one journeyman who never secured his PGA TOUR card notched his first career victory at the best moment. The DP World Tour's weekend event went to a record tying 9-hole playoff on Sunday, resulting in another Frenchman winning on the European circuit. LIV Golf might be looking for a new CEO to replace Greg Norman, sparking speculation that the PIF and PGA might be closing in on a deal. Meanwhile, Bryson DeChambeau and Phil Mickelson couldn't break 50 in Bryson's YouTube series. Alex got to spend the weekend at College Gameday as it rolled into Austin, seeing the likes of Scottie Scheffler in his green jacket, a former Olympian, and Alex's crowning moment of having his sign featured on the ESPN program. In Tuned In, Michael is catching the HGTV special, "Scariest Homes in America" as it finds the most frightening houses, while Alex is wondering what's making Terrirfier so popular. This week's guest is Sebastian Pell. The viral sensation from a few years ago is now a senior high school golfer in Vermont, and shares with Alex what it was like to play in his final State Championship, and where he plans to play for the next four years. Pop Politics features Donald Trump talking about Arnold Palmer's anatomy, and working a shift at McDonalds. The WNBA season wrapped up with an OT thriller and the New York Liberty claiming the title behind Sabrina Ionescu. College Football continued to featured top teams losing as another #1 team falls, shocking the college landscape. In the NFL, Alex and Michael just can't take it anymore, and are ready to burn down their favorite teams. In baseball, Michael is overjoyed his Yankees are in the World Series, facing the Dodgers, which Alex pointed out is exactly what Michael has been saying all season. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex can't believe what's happening with Austins hottest new (fake) restaurant, and Michael wonders how many people always order the same thing as the same restaurant. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 15, 2024

The inaugural Black Desert Championship in Utah brought stunning views of the rocky landscape, low scores, and a new winner. Attention for Alex and Michael was also on past guest Dylan Wu who had to sleep on a birdie putt to make the cut mid-tournament. The LPGA in full into their Asian swing as a Shanghai native took the win at the Buick LPGA Shanghai for her fourth LPGA victory. Alex caught up with US Olympians Taryn Kloth and Kristen Nuss as they visited Austin for a APV Tour event. The Beach Volleyball duo chatted about what it was like to play under the Eiffel Tower, how they beat the odds to make the Olympics in Paris, and why they think the new APV Tour is a game changer. In Tuned In, Alex is paying close attention to the upcoming Presidential election, while Michael is just keeping his head down for now. College Hockey is back! The guys' alma mater returned to action and is looking good, and this also means the NHL is back and the NBA is close behind. College Football's big weekend didn't disappoint, and Alex's Baby Bets continue to hit. In the NFL, the guys can't find much to be happy about as their teams continue to stink it up in the cellars. But Michael still wonders which undefeated team will lose first: the Vikings or the Chiefs. The MLB Postseason rolls on and Michael's Yankees are going strong, even if Aaron Judge doesn't know how to play in October. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex's is inspired by the MLB Postseason and wants to build the best ballpark sausage. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 8, 2024

The Sanderson Farms Championship in Mississippi went to a playoff, and cost Alex on his pick to win the event. Now the PGA TOUR heads to Utah for a new event with one of the worst fields of the year. The Korn Ferry and EPSON Tours crowned their season ending champions and sent 30 and 15 players, respectively, off to the top tiers, including past guests on the ladies side like Ana Belac, Lauren Stephenson, and Daniella Iacobelli. Alex headed to Austin's HEB Center this weekend for the the AVP and beach volleyball, and before that was able to chat with the 2024 Paris Olympic Silver Medalists. Canadians Brandie Wilkerson and Melissa Humana-Paredes chat about what it was like to play under the Eiffel Tower, to win for Canada, and the new APV team series touring across the country. While Alex was watching the volleyball, Michael was in Virginia with his in-laws, playing golf and breaking clubs. Literally. In Tuned In, the guys are paying close attention to Hurricane Milton as it bears down on southwest Florida, an area Alex visits frequently. College football was rattled this weekend as Vanderbilt shocked Alabama and the world, but Michael also wonders why Georgia remains at the #5 team in the nation. In the NFL, fair weather fan Michael is now all about his Giants going all the way, and Alex can't stand his horrible Patriots. In Baseball, the Divisional Series star to to heat up, and Alex is now hoping for a Subway World Series in New York. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is ready for pumpkin bread season, but Michael is just thinking about the sour gummy bears at Buc-ees. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 1, 2024

Michael shares an update on the devastation of Hurricane Helene to his Savannah area and the entire southeast. Help those effected by donating to the Red Cross, World Central Kitchen, or buy gift cards to local businesses. The Presidents Cup in Montreal was a golden moment for Keagan Bradley, who after being left off last year's Ryder Cup, clinched the winning point for Team USA. The guys break down the win, look at the International's chances to actually get a close Sunday final, and Michael asks Alex is Keagan Bradley is a Hall of Famer. The LPGA's Walmart NW Arkansas Championship presented by P&G Sunday finish included low rounds of 60 and 61, and an electric two hole playoff. Alex was fully entrenched in the Austin East Side Mini Open again this weekend, where he judged the bar crawl mini golf holes for the second year. Check out his videos on Instagram. Next Alex heads to the HEB Center for some Beach Volleyball (in Austin, TX!) where some Paris Olympians will volley for a win in the AVP League. In Tuned In, Michael is watching the new season of British Bake Off, which now has an American competitor! Meanwhile, Alex is engrossed in the new Alex Hernandez mini-series. This week's guest is Bryan Evans, owner of Texas Two-Step Gaming, a gambling-like establishment outside of Austin, TX that gives back to the community. Bryan shares how he went from the military to owning the new gaming venue, how the laws allow these Vegas-style games to be played in Texas, and why its so important to give back to the local community. The WNBA Playoffs roll on, now without Caitlin Clark. The guys are jumping on the Connecticut Sun bandwagon and hope to see the trophy brought to New England. In College Football, the rankings got all kicked around as Georgia fell and Alabama rose, but Alex's Baby Bets continue to hit. In the NFL, meanwhile, Alex and Michael's teams continue to be stinkers, and Michael asks which undefeated team has the best chance of running the table. The MLB Postseason is about to kick off, and while Alex is rooting for the Brewers, Michael knows everyone really wants the Dodgers and Yankees in the World Series. In #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares the best of the food truck game from the East Side Mini Open, and what he's now griddling up on his Blackstone. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 24, 2024

The 2024 President's Cup kicks off in Montreal, where the American's turn a new page without familiar faces on the team, but with the world's best as they look to extend their unbeaten streak since 1998. LIV Golf wrapped up their season in Dallas with the Team Championship, and Cam Smith's Ripper GC took the grand prize. The BMW PGA Championship in Surrey, England ended in heartbreak for Rory McIlroy, who Michael says will never win a big championship ever again. On the LPGA Tour, Lydia Ko continued her late season dominance with another win, making a case for golfer of the year. In Tuned In, Alex is enjoying a new comedy on on Hulu with a surprisingly unfunny name. This week's guest is Kelly Okun, a former professional golfer turned content creator, podcaster, and now Founder and CEO of Fairway to Green, a media company focused on equality and women's sports. Kelly returns to the pod to chat about her new venture, plus what it was like at the Pairs Olympics and Solehim Cup this year. The WNBA is now in the postseason, and while we all may be rooting for Caitlin Clark, it doesn't look good for the Fever to get past the Connecticut Sun. Football season rolls on as Texas holds on to the top college spot. Alex's Baby Bets continue to hit, but Michael's NY Giants just happens get lucky sometimes. Baseball enters the final week of the season that has included some of the best baseball ever seen (Shohei Ohtani) and some of the worst (the Chicago White Sox). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares an update on being a griddle man, while Michael does a live taste test of Coke Zero Sugar Oreo. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 17, 2024

The 2024 Solheim Cup in Virginia had a suspenseful Sunday singles session, but Team USA held on and claimed victory to bring home the cup for the first time since 2017. Alex and Michael look at the victory and ahead to 2026. The PGA Tour was in Napa, CA for the Procore Championship, where Patton Kizzire claimed his second tour victory, coming six years after his first. At the Irish Open, Rory slipped away a win to Rasmus Hojgaard, which will all but guarantees Rasmus a spot on tour alongside his twin brother Nicolai for 2025. LIV Golf wrapped up their regular season this past weekend, and Jon Rahm took the win and the season point total victory, even though outside of the LIV events he played poorly (or not at all) in the Majors. Tiger Woods dropped news of another back surgery last week, which might call into question his regular December appearances. The TGL is gearing up for its January launch, and the funny team at St Andre Golf have posted a video showing off what it'll be like when the season kicks off. Our YouTube giveaway will end this weekend, so make sure to head over and subscribe, watch our video of Alex exploring Beloit, WI , and leave a comment on your favorite spot you'd want to hang out at in Beloit to win a prize pack from the Beloit Sky Carp and Desert Fox Golf. In Tuned In, Alex was watching the Emmy's seeing The Bear scoop up some big awards, and he was catching the new documentary about the original celebrity catfish victim: Manti Te'o. The WNBA is gearing up for the postseason, and Caitlin Clark's rookie season has been one for the record books. Football was the main storyline all week, as even Eli Manning and Tom Brady got into a little tussle. Meanwhile, Texas takes the top spot in the FBS rankings, surprising Alex. Michael's Sunday was headlined by going to his first ever NFL game in Jacksonville as the Jaguars hosted the Cleveland Browns. Michael shares what it was like attending the game (with a Browns Backers group) and if he would ever go to another one. The rest of the NFL for Alex and Michael was a bit of a crapshoot, as both their teams lost in poor fashion. In #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his plans with his new Blackstone Griddle, while Michael shares his recent cake triumph from his kitchen. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 10, 2024

The 2024 Solheim Cup features a loaded Team USA, poised to claim the cup on home soil this weekend. The PGA TOUR was dormant this week, but the big news was the next Match with Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy teeing up against LIV's Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau. The PGA TOUR's Fall kicks off with the Procore Championship where Sahith Theegala will look to defend his title in Napa Valley. The Course of Life YouTube Channel includes a giveaway on last week's video of Alex's time in Beloit. Make sure to subscribe and leave a comment to get some swag from Desert Fox Golf and the Beloit Sky Carp! In Tuned In, Michael got all wrapped up in the newest docuseries Chimp Crazy on HBO, done by the guys behind Tiger King, so you know it's gonna be full of conflict and drama. Alex, meanwhile, it getting ready for Fyre Festival 2, as well as enjoying the switch from Direct TV to YouTube TV. This week's guests at some LPGA golfers with strong connections to Boston. Alex caught up with Alison Walshe and Alexa Pano at the FM Championship at TPC Boston. Football is back! From Alex's winning ways in college with his Baby Bets, to a crazy week in the NFL, Alex and Michael cover the best of it. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex can't get enough of Chilantro, while Michael's epic meal at Collins Quarter puts everything to shame. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 3, 2024

The TOUR Championship was won by Scottie Scheffler who cruised to victory thanks to a large stroke advantage. Alex and Michael break down Scottie's dominant 2024 season and whether he should be compared to Tiger Woods. Boston saw golf return with the LPGA's FM Championship. Alex was on site during the week at TPC Boston and cough up with past guest and 2-time Major Champion Brittany Lincicome, plus up-and-coming 2-time winner Pajaree Anannarukarn from Thailand. The Course of Life YouTube Channel is full of short videos from Alex's time at the FM Championship, including more from Alex's time with Brittany Lincicome. Be sure to check the channel for a special giveaway coming soon. In Tuned In, Michael is confused by the new "sped-up" songs hitting Spotify and why they seem to be popular, while Alex is caught up in the gluttony and food craze with Joey Chestnut and Takeru Kobayashi on Netflix. Football is back in full force as a full weekend of games on the college side produced some great wins on Alex's new Baby Bets (very cutesy, very dumure). The NFL kicks off later this week and Alex and Michael's teams look to stick it up again this season. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares some great cheap eats he found during his time in Boston and New Hampshire, while Michael can't stop thinking about the Birria Burger at Strangebird in Savannah. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 27, 2024

The PGA Tour's return to Colorado didn't disappoint at Keagan Bradley took his sixth PGA TOUR victory at the BMW Championship. Michael asks: Is Keagan a Hall of Famer? The TOUR Championship wraps up the regular season at East Lake, and the guys think a change is in order for the finale, where Scottie Scheffler will start with a 2 stroke lead before he even tees off. The AIG Women's British Open capped off the major season in the LPGA, where Lydia Ko added to her gold medal from a couple weeks ago with another major victory. But why did NBC only show 4 total hours of coverage all weekend? Golf returns to Boston as the LPGA goes to TPC Boston for their new FM Championship, and Alex will be on-site as he heads home to Boston for his Birthday week. In Tuned In, Michael binged the entire run of The Acolyte on Disney+, a show he loved but will never see another season of. Alex, meanwhile, returned to his childhood with a rewatch of The Emperor's New Groove. Alex wraps up his time in Beloit, WI with a trip to DC Estate Winery, a family run gem. General Manager Malerie Wirth chats with Alex about everything that goes into making great wine, a great venue, and more. Football is back at the college game kicked off the season in Ireland. Alex got off to a hot start in the betting game, going 4-0 with his new Baby Bets. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his Boston food plans for the next week, and Michael encourages him to enjoy New Hampshire's amazing ice cream. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 20, 2024

The FedEx St Jude kicked off the FedEx Cup Playoffs, and Hideki Matsuyama held on to win on a tumultuous Saturday, but Michael and Alex wonder if all the hype has gone out of the PGA Tour's season ending tournament run. The LPGA got a two-time winner at the Scottish Open in Lauren Coughlin, and now the women head to St Andrews and The Old Course for the AIG Women's Open. John Daly and Bryson DeChameabue are together in Bryson's "Breaking 50" series on YouTube, and the highlight might be the chocolate milk delivered mid round (and mid beer). LIV Golf's Greenbrier event ended in a playoff as Brooks Koepka defeated Jon Rahm, but it was Rahm's supposed interested in leaving LIV that stole headlines this weekend. The CoL YouTube channel is active again as Alex's adventure in Beloit start hitting out channel, including 9-holes with just a driver at Red Barn GC. Alex is here with the Song of the Summer, a banger that he'll hear live at the Austin Gambler's PBR match this weekend. Football is back at the NFL preseason gets under way, and it's highlighted by an incredibly complicated new kickoff rule. Thankfully, college football is back with the classic kickoff, and the first game in Dublin, Ireland. In this week's #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex chats with Tom Morgan of CheezHEAD Brewing in Beloit, WI about homemade brews and smoked meats. Alex also hits up G5 Brewing and chats with Abby about the impressive brewhouse and their unique beers. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 13, 2024

Lydia Ko, at the age of just 27, has every color Olympic medal in golf after claiming the Gold in Paris, and is now in the Women's Hall of Fame. The Wyndham Championship had a wet start and a wild Sunday finish (that included 3 rounds of golf!) that resulted in Aaron Rai taking his first career victory. Matt Kuchar, known for being cheap after not paying his caddy in Mexico several years ago, is back on our sh** list after his selfish move to not finish half a golf hole Sunday evening and make people return to the course Monday morning at the Wyndham. The FedEx Cup Playoffs kick off this weekend at the FedEx St Jude, and while Alex says Scottie Scheffler will take the season ending playoff, Michael says you should find a dollar to put down on Rory McIlroy. The rest of the Olympics, outside of golf, didn't disappoint either, and Alex and Michael look at men's and women's basketball's supremacy, and how US Women's Soccer keeps winning gold, but nobody seemed to care stateside. This week's guest is Director of Golf Operations Nate Laird at the Beloit Club in Wisconsin. Nate chats with Alex about this historic club, how they've made it approachable and fun for the entire family, and what makes the course so great. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex finished up his roadtrip home with a bunch of fast food joints, and Michael's recent brunch outing makes his ask the question: pancakes, waffles, or French toast? Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 6, 2024

The Men's Olympic Golf final round was a roller coaster as some crumbled but only Scottie Scheffler prevailed with an amazing back nine to go from prison to the top of the podium. Alex's trip to Beloit, WI wraps up with three rounds of golf in three days, including 9 holes with just a driver in his hands. The Women take over Golf Le National in Paris for their Olympic event, and Nelly Korda looks to follow Scottie's lead in claiming gold. Michael's week at Gen Con, a massive gaming convention in Indianapolis, took him to the floor of Lucas Oil Stadium and an incredible packed convention hall, and a wallet that was a whole lot emptier than he planned. Hurricane Debby is now on top of Michael as he returned to Savannah, and historic flooding is already taking place in the soaked Georgia coast. Alex is all in on the Olympics, as fellow Quinnipiac alum Ilona Maher headlined USA Rugby's bronze medal. This week's guest is Zach Brockman, the president of the Beloit Sky Carp, a Miami Marlins minor league affiliate. Zach shares some of the exciting prospects playing on the team, and how they make memorable experiences at every game for their fans. Alex's time in Wisconsin wouldn't be complete without a trip to a Brewers game, and the incredible experience at American Family Field. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it was nothing but food trucks at Gen Con for Michael, while Alex is exploring the different kinds of s'mores. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 30, 2024

The 3M Open had some crazy moments, including an incredible bounce back and a ball in the arms of a cop, but Johnny Vegas gets back into the winner's circle. The surprising drop this week was from Bryson DeChambeau and Donald Trump, who played 18 holes together and made a full video about it. Most distressing was Trump's horrific putting stroke. The Paris Olympics are here, and while Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffle are the ones we want to see battling it out, Alex and Michael also want to know why there still isn't a team golf event. Alex is still enjoying his sabbatical in Beloit, WI, and even got to hop on the Beloit Sky Carp radio broadcast. Michael isn't sitting still while Alex vacations, and he heads north to Indianapolis for a massive table top gaming convention which will put him on the ground level of the Colt's stadium, In Tuned In, the guys are getting all their Olympic fill as the games kicked off in style under the Eiffel Tower, and Michael has some thoughts on the big Marvel announcement of Robert Downy Jr returning to the MCU. This week's guest is Richard Barnes, a lifelong golfer and golf manager, who owns Red Card Golf Course in Illinois, a small but exciting course that's hosted some of the games greats. Southwest Airlines dropped some surprising news about leaving behind open seating, and Alex and Michael aren't too sure they like this new plan. The NBA is returning to NBC, and that means the return of Roundball Rock, the greatest sports theme ever. The NFL is returning as training camp gets started, and that means everyones hopes are now sky high. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his favorite mid-west fast food takes, while Michael has an important question for National Chicken Wing Day. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 23, 2024

The Open Championship at Royal Troon was exciting from start to finish, except for the last few holes when Xander Schauffle pulled away for his second major title of 2024. Now the question is asked: who's better, Xander or Scottie Scheffler? Plus the guys ask, "What now, Tiger?" The Barracuda Championship, all the way in California, gave Nick Dunlap his first victory as a pro, and second of the season and he is quickly becoming the best rookie on Tour. On the EPSON Tour, past guest Lauren Stephenson notched her first career victory. Alex is up in Beloit, Wisconsin for the next few weeks, and is enjoying the cooler weather and good golf the area has to offer. In Tuned In, Michael caught a new golf anime show on Netflix, Rising Impact, and also went out to the cinema to give a review of Inside Out 2. Alex's time in Beloit isn't without putting in some work for the podcast, and he chats with Savannah Schindler from the Visit Beloit team on what makes this small town an hour from Chicago and Milwaukee so special. Michael is feeling the anxiety these last couple weeks, and what's to take a break from all the political theater. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying a Blackstone Griddle in his camper in Wisconsin. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 16, 2024

The Genesis Scottish Open went to the hometown boy in dramatic fashion. The Amundi Evian Championship belonged to a Japanese star who avenged not being selected to the Olympic team as she channeled The Force. The American Century Championship at Lake Tahoe saw Charles Barkley play better than Tony Romo :0 The alternate PGA TOUR event, the ISCO Championship, saw a five man playoff (!) and a big win on the third playoff hole. This week marks the final major on the PGA TOUR as the golfing world decends on Royal Troon for the Open Championship. Alex shares some insights into his betting favorites, and Michael wonders if Tiger will even make the weekend. Alex now heads to to the highways as he heads north from Austin to Illinois for a three week sabbatical with family, golf across Illinois and Wisconsin, and more. In Tuned In, Michael shares an update on his puppy Laika as he and his wife turn to a behaviorologist to help overcome some of her barking, while Alex shares a review of Ricky Stanicky with John Cana. This week's guest is TJ Weber, known for his funny videos on Las Vegas casinos, and his podcasts From the Fifty and The TJ Weber Show. TJ shares with Alex how he got into making gabling and betting content, how he thinks his Detroit Lions will fare this season, and his favorite Vegas casino. Major League Baseball now heads to the All-Star break, and Michael can't believe how bad his Yankees are finishing the first half of the season. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is ready for a lot of Buc-ees as he drives north, while Michael checked out a revolving sushi bar with his wife. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 9, 2024

The John Deer Classic featured the same low scores and winner from the same air BNB for the third straight year. The PGA TOUR's next stop is at the ISCO Championship, but everyone is really headed to the co-sanctioned DP World Tour's Scottish Open. The PGA of America surprised everyone by picking Keagan Bradley as the captain for Team USA in 2025 at Bethpage Black, and Alex and Michael think its a great idea. The LPGA's fourth major of the year is in France this weekend for the 30th anniversary of the Evian Championship. Will Nelly Korda recover from her dog bite to win again this year? "Alex is moving" is all we'll tell you about this little bit of the podcast ;) In Tuned In, Michael is enjoying a new HGTV remodeling show featuring super cheap homes in upstate NY, called Whose Afraid of a Cheap Old House. Alex, meanwhile, gives his full review of the complete third season of The Bear. This week's guest is Sebastian Davis, better known as Agent Sebastian from Cart Narcs. Sebastian chats with Alex about why he policies parking lots, shares his favorite interactions with strangers, and shares his take on the never ending airplane seat recline debate. The Celtics, fresh off their 18th NBA Championship, are on the sale block. The guys wonder who could be putting up the billions of dollars to claim the franchise. The Red Sox and Yankees faced off over the weekend, and it was't pretty for Michael's Yankees. Alex's Red Sox, meanwhile, are surging in the standings as baseball heads for the All Star Break. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex celebrates the annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, even without Joey Chestnut, while Michael is trying gooseberries for the first time and shares his take on the unique fruit. Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 2, 2024

Golf made the debate stage as Donald Trump and Joe Biden touted their games, but lacked honesty in the process (1:32). The Rocket Mortgage Classic ended with a horrible missed putt as Alex picks up a big winner with Cam Davis (5:12). The LPGA's Dow Championship paired players together and a new international duo took the win (8:05). The US Senior Open was plagued by weather problems at Newport Country Club, but a Monday finish with a playoff gave a LIV golfer their second Senior Major of the season (9:28). Kentucky golf highlighted Michael's vacation week, as he took some cold hard cash from family during a family reunion trip (10:50). Alex was Tuned In to The Bear as the FX hit continues it's third season (13:35). This week's guest is Boston 98.5 The Sports Hub's sports anchor Tim McKone, also known for being the third chair on the station's nationally broadcast Zola and Bertrand. Tim chats with Alex about Boston's incredible sports scene, and he shares his own take on the future of the PGA TOUR and LIV Golf (14:48). The NHL and NBA drafts were this weekend, and were mostly sleepy events except for the venue (The Spire for the NHL), and the nepotism (in the NBA) (33:54). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying an incredible space for catching the FC Austin soccer games, while Michael went all in on food at Dollywood and an incredible Jewish deli in Knoxville, TN (36:23). Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 25, 2024

Protesters. Cops. A playoff. And a record sixth win on the season for Scottie Scheffler at the Traveler's Championship (1:42). A runaway finish for journeywoman Amy Yang who claimed the KMPG Women's PGA Championship this weekend. The rest of the field couldn't keep up, and that included Nelly Korda who didn't even make the cut (5:37). LIV Nashville was a surprisingly loud affair, with drones, line dancing, and crowds that followed now 2-time major champion Bryson DeChambeau (7:33). The PGA TOUR now heads to Detroit for the Rocket Mortgage Classic, and we all hope that Rickie Fowler can put together another good week like last year (10:01). Alex's trip last week to Horseshoe Bay Resort included a lot more than just golf, and Jacqueline Lajoie from the resort chats with Alex about how it's family friendly and just the thing for some time away (11:24). In Tuned In, Michael shares reviews from watching Jerry Seinfeld's Unfrosted on Netflix, and catching the new film Thelma in theaters staring 93 year old June Squibb. Alex meanwhile couldn't get enough of Travis Kelce's cameo on the Era's Tour in London (26:43). Alex's Celtics claimed they record 18th NBA Title last week, and he reveled in the parade in downtown Boston. Now attention turns to the Boston Red Sox, Michael's New York Yankees, and in another month, football (35:31). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his favorite meal from Horseshoe Bay and Chef Miguel, while Michael is preparing to enjoy the Smokey Mountains and Dollywood's famous cinnamon bread (39:33). Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 18, 2024

Bryson DeChambeau won the 2024 US Open at Pinehurst No. 2, a course that ravaged everybody, except Bryson. Rory McIlroy put on a good show, but Michael predicts Rory will never rise to the occasion at a major championship again (1:26). The LPGA's Meijer Classic ended in a 3-player playoff, and Lexi Thompson, on her farewell tour after announcing her retirement, couldn't quiet finish it out (10:08). The PGA TOUR heads north to Connecticut for the Travelers Championship, where Keagan Bradley looks to defend and others who had a bad week in North Carolina look to rebound (11:22). Alex is spending the week at Horseshoe Bay Resort, a Golf and Spa resort outside of Austin, TX. Alex chats with Director of Golf Anthony Holder about the award winning golf resort, and what makes their 3 public courses so special (13:29). While not watching the US Open, Michael got out into Savannah and enjoyed one the many ghost tours the city is known for, but the star of the tour was one very intimate couple (29:26). Alex's trek to Dallas for Game 4 of the NBA Finals did not produce the desired result for his Celtics (since recording, the Boston franchise secured their 18th title), but he still enjoyed the experience in style (34:52). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about donuts as Michael shares the epic funfetti donut he made at the bakery this weekend (39:54). Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 11, 2024

At Muirfield Village, Jack Nicklaus shared the hand of Scottie Scheffler who continues to dominate in Tiger Woods fashion with his win at the Memorial (1:28). Alex made the trek to LIV Houston to see if it really was "Golf, but louder." Spoiler: it wasn't (5:47). On the DP World Tour, they held their annual mixed field event, the Volvo Cars Scandinavian Mixed, where the leader had an unfortunate collapse to allow Linn Grant her second win at the event (11:42). On the LPGA Tour, Linnea Strom made the cut on the number, then posted a record tying round to overcome a 6-shot deficit to win the ShopRite LPGA Classic (13:21). The US Open returns to Pinehurst No. 2, where Scottie Scheffler is far and way the favorite. Usually one to shy away from the favorites, Alex thinks it may be a good idea to bet hard on Scottie, whose game is well suited for the North Carolina course (15:43). In Tuned In, Alex is sharing in the joy of a hole-in-one for a golf creator whose not the best at the game, while Michael finally got a round of simulator golf in at X Golf (19:45). The NBA Finals have started with a bang for the Boston Celtics, and Alex is hopeful he'll be at the deciding game in Dallas for his hometown Celtics (26:18). The Women's Olympic Basketball team was announced for Team USA, and Caitlin Clark is notably absent, but when you stop and look at it, it all makes sense (29:53). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is hyped up for the new Arby's Burger Driver, while the guys can't believe the spread the Celtics put out for the media at the Garden (32:00). Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 4, 2024

Lancaster CC won the weekend for the US Women's Open, as Nelly Korda didn't even reach Saturday. Sunday's leaders collapsed and a past winner took the prize at the LPGA's second major (1:41). The RBC Canadian Open didn't get another Canadian winner for the second year, but did feature a first timer's emotional win with his dad on the bag (5:03). Scottie "Jailbird" Scheffler's charges have been dropped in Louisville, but his lawyer still had plenty to say about it (7:16). Alex is getting geared up for a trip south for LIV Houston, where Michael warns him to bring earplugs to the "golf, but louder" Texas event (8:35). The PGA TOUR heads to Jack's Place for the Memorial Tournament, and Michael asks is Viktor Hovland can return to form for a repeat (10:04). Outside of sports this week is seemed to all be about Donald Trump and his guilty verdicts in New York. But he still get one of the loudest pops at the MMA fights over the weekend (11:35). This week's guest is 5-time PGA TOUR winner Billy Mayfair. Billy shares stories with Alex about beating Tiger Woods in a playoff (the only one to ever do so), what it was like being diagnosed with autism late in life, and how he now gives back to the autistic community (14:35). Caitlin Clark is getting hammered in the WNBA, with rough hits happening every game. Michael calls it a new bounty-gate, and Alex doesn't understand the hate towards the leagues most well known player (43:23). The NBA Playoffs kick off this week, and the guys are all in on their juggernaut Celtics, while Alex tried to decide if he should go to Dallas for game 4 or a possible game 6 (47:07). The D-III College World Series is a must watch as a "Baseball Miracle" is happening for a team that doesn't have a school anymore (48:12). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is all-in on the cheapest bar food in Austin, while Michael can't get enough of the collard greens in Savannah's Common (50:24). Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 28, 2024

This weekend's Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial almost produced another win for the world's number 1 golfer, but a new name emerged victorious (1:36). The golf world was shocked at the news of the death of Grayson Murray. Check in with your friends and loved ones, and if you find yourself in a dangerous spot or are having suicidal thoughts, call 988 or 988lifeline.org for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (3:36). The KicthenAid Senior PGA Championship wrapped up with a name few have heard recently, as Richard Bland from LIV took the victory, but don't look to the Tour Champions' website to find out about it (5:38). This weekend the Women's US Open takes over Lancaster CC, where Nelly Korda looks for her second consecutive major, her seventh win of the season, and to hold off Rose Zhang and the rest of the powerful LPGA field (9:03). The PGA TOUR heads to Canada for the RBC Canadian Open, where Rory McIlroy will look to win again as the tournament heads back to Hamilton where he won in 2019 (10:01). Michael was Tuned In to "The Fall Guy" this weekend, where Ryan Gosling captured his heart again. Meanwhile Alex was back at a professional wrestling event for the first time in awhile (11:43). This week's guest is Keith Stewart, a PGA Professional and the founder of ReadTheLine.com , a gold betting site that gives you everything you need to know. Alex chatted with Keith at Valhalla and learns how to up his betting game (18:38). The NBA Finals are nearing and Alex is preparing for a road trip to Dallas if it all works out for his Celtics and the Mavericks (38:45). The PAC-12 era is over after Arizona walked off to victory in the conference's final tournament ever. Alex and Michael lament the end of one of the nation's oldest college conferences (40:35). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his new favorite burger spot with a Jewish flare in Austin, while Michael is nursing his newest burn mark from the bakery (41:59). Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 21, 2024

The PGA Championship at Valhalla. The first major championship Course of Life has credentialed media for. And that meant Alex got to ask questions of Jon Rahm, Ludwig Aberg, Brooks Koepka, and Scottie Scheffler. Alex and Michael look back on the week for Scottie, the disappointment for Rory, and the big win for Xander over Bryson DeChambeau (1:49). The PGA Championship includes 21 club professionals who qualified at the PGA Professional Championship, and Alex chats with the 2022 champion of that tournament, Jesse Mueller, from Valhalla as he prepared for his fourth Major Championship (26:30). Known as Barstool Trent or Luggage Guy Trent, Trent Ryan chats with Alex from behind the 10th hole at Valhalla and shares one of the best 19th hole answers Michael has ever heard (26:30). The LPGA was at Liberty National for the Mizuho Americas Open, where illness struck early in the week, and Nelly Korda struck at the end with her 6th win in 7 starts (29:48). The PGA Tour heads to Colonial for the Charles Schwab Challenge, and Alex thinks locals like Scottie Scheffler and Jordan Speith will look to make a splash (33:!4). Michael was all-in on Caitlin Clarks WNBA debut this week as the new season got off to a hot start, but not for her Indiana Fever, who continued have poor outings against some of the league's best teams (34:20). Alex was Tuned In to the series finale of "Young Sheldon" that included a lot of emotion and some finale cameos from "The Big Bang Theory" (37:04). The NHL Playoffs roll on, now without the guy's Boston Bruins who let us down again in May. The NBA Playoffs continue as well, but the guy's Celtics are still in the hunt as the Conference Finals begin (42:41). The NFL released their 2024 schedule, and the Kansas City Chiefs schedule is very Taylor Swift friendly. Alex and Michael share early takes on their team's schedules (46:14). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares how great the food was for the media at Valhalla, including an amazing afternoon snack spread (47:49). Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 14, 2024

The Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hallow was a showdown between Rory McIlroy and Xander Schauffle, with the Irishman taking control in commanding fashion (1:55). The LPGA Cognizant Founders Cup had a 13 stroke difference between 3rd and 2nd place, as Rose Zhang rallied with 4 birdies in her last 5 holes to take her second win in just under a year of being on tour (6:12). The PGA Championship at Valhalla kicks off this week, where Scottie Scheffler won't have to worry about the baby coming anymore. The guys look at the odds for the season's second major, Alex shares his plans for the week as he heads to the media center in Louisville, KY, and we hear from PGA Pros Tracy Phillips, Preston Cole, and Tyler Collet from the PGA Professional Championship just a few weeks ago (9:07). Outside of golf, Michael shares his nerdom as he and his wife play through all of their board games over the next two years, and Alex shares the great show he saw with the band AJR (17:10). The NHL and NBA playoffs roll on, and Alex thinks he'd like to see the Celtics and Knicks face off in the next round to help the NYC/Boston rivalry get some juice again (25:54). The WNBA season kicks off Tuesday night, and the Caitlin Clark effect is in full swing. Now with chartered flights, and Indian Fever tickets going for almost triple every other game on Tuesday night, plus more media coverage across the board, now is the time to be all in on the WNBA's future (27:28). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is getting ready to indulge in some Kentucky local favorites, like a hot brown sandwich, as he heads to Valhalla (30:15). Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 7, 2024

As part of Alex's trip to Frisco, TX, he covered the PGA Professional Championship, where club pros from all over the States play to earn a spot in the PGA Championship, coming up at Valhalla in two weeks. At the very windy PGA Frisco course, he chatted with numerous pros, including Jeff Kellen and Evan Bowser (1:48). Alex got to play at Stonebriar CC in Frisco , a P-U-R-E track headed by PGA Professional Bryan Witmer, who chatted with Alex before his round, sharing his own background in Frisco, TX, what makes Stonebriar so special, and why Frisco is a great golf destination (8:53). The PGA Tour was just up the road from Frisco at the CJ CUP Byron Nelson at TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, where the Canadian Tyler Pendrith took the win after a disastrous final hole from the leader (18:34). The LPGA is back in action this weekend at the Cognizant Founders Cup, where Rolex World #1 Nelly Korda looks to extend her record streak to 6 straight wins (21:29). The PGA Tour heads to Quail Hallow for the Wells Fargo Championship, where a certain World #1 is absent and on baby watch ahead of the season's second major (22:37). Saturday's Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs produced one of the most exciting finishes in recent memory, with a 3-way photo finish (25:53). Alex and the rest of Boston is all caught up in the news of Brittany Spears moving to Bean Town (27:20). On our YouTube Channel , you can watch some slow-TV of Alex playing almost every slot machine in Las Vegas. Plus, his 10-hole adventure at Frisco's The Swing with an amazing halfway house (28:24). The NBA and NHL playoffs continue to roll on, with some amazing play from the guy's favorite Boston teams (33:10). Alex could not believe the Netflix Roast of Tom Brady, where (almost) nothing was off limits for the GOAT (35:10). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's about the most expensive food at F1 Miami, and a hotdog promo for the ages (38:41). Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 30, 2024

Alex is in Frisco, TX, home of the PGA of America HQ, the Dallas Cowboys HQ, the Westin Stonebriar, and this year's PGA Professional Championship. Alex shares what's making Frisco so awesome, thanks to our friends at Visit Frisco (2:09). Josh Dill, the Director of Sports and Events for Visit Frisco, chats with Alex about what makes Frisco so special and how they work with the entire Dallas-Fort Worth area to attract every sport imaginable. Plus, Josh shares his favorite hangouts and BBQ in Frisco (7:28). The PGA Tour's team golf event, the Zurich Classic, was for the Irishmen as the Ryder Cup pairing of McIlroy and Lowry took the win in Rory's first appearance in New Orleans (24:03). The LPGA this week was void of Nelly Korda, so Hannah Green took the opportunity to win her second consecutive JM Eagle LA Championship, her second win of the season (25:37). LIV Adelaide was for the home team as Cam Smith's Rippers took the first team playoff victory in LIV history. But it was the party hole on 13 that took headlines when a full water bottle hit a caddy in the back of the head (26:33). While Alex is in Frisco, Michael just got back from Atlanta where he marveled at the new PuttShack mini golf, watched his wife's film at the Atlanta Film Festival, and enjoyed the impressive Ponce City Market (28:45). The PGA Tour now heads to McKinney, TX, just down the road from Frisco, for the CJ CUP Byron Nelson, that includes a quiet field but a final opportunity to get into the next Signature Event (33:32). The playoffs in the NBA and NHL roll on, as Alex is still confident in the Boston teams chances (37:47). The NFL Draft had some exciting first round picks, but Alex is not happy with the Patriots choices, while Michael's Giants are all-in on Daniel Jones (40:40). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying everything Frisco has to offer, including its tacos, while Michael ate well in Atlanta, including 100-layer donuts and scrumptious pastries (44:24). Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 23, 2024

Nelly Korda continued her reign as the best golfer in the world by winning the Chevron Championship, her second major victory, and her fifth consecutive victory on the LPGA. Alex shares some insight from spending two days on the grounds at The Woodlands, and a chat with young star Rose Zhang (1:53). At Harbour Town, Scottie Scheffler came off his Master's victory last week with another win on tour, his fifth win in six starts, at the RBC Heritage(8:57). On the Korn Ferry Tour, 15 year old Miles Russell shocked the world being the youngest player to make the cut and finishing in the top 20. When will we see Miles on the PGA TOUR? (13:59). Alex had an amazing week after leaving Houston and flying to Las Vegas, where he got to enjoy the RBC Heritage at one of the world's largest sports books (16:40). The PGA TOUR now heads to New Orleans for the Zurich Classic, the only team event on tour, where Rory McIlroy will tee it up for the first time thanks to a drunk Ryder Cup promise (17:12). This week's guest is 2-time major champion Brittany Lincicome. Brittany chats with Alex from the Chevron Championship and shares updates on her game, life as a mother, and some of her biggest headaches when traveling with the family (19:54). The NBA and NHL are headed into their super-long playoff runs, and it means Alex and Michael are jumping soon their Boston sports bandwagon of the Celtics and Bruins (36:20). The NFL draft is this week, and that means Alex's Patriots could get themselves a QB, while Michael's Giants might look to do the same and trade up to do it (38:23). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his favorites from his time in Vegas, including a late night drunk burger run, and Michael is enjoying the Jewish holiday Passover (40:08). Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 16, 2024

Scottie Scheffler claimed his second green jacket, but Alex just wants to talk about Ludwig Aberg. Plus a look a Tiger's horrible week, Jason Day's horrible fashion choices, and Verne Lundquist's final call (1:44). The LPGA's first major is in Houston at the Chevron Championship, where Alex is on site checking out the course, the players, and chatting with Casey Ceman of the Championship staff about how the course is different from last year (16:33). Our YouTube channel continues to buzz with new videos coming soon of Dylan Wu's practice round at the Valero Texas Open, and a whole lot of Las Vegas (26:19). In Tuned In, it's all about creepy crawly ants, and it's narrated by Angela Bassett (27:30). The PGA TOUR rolls on to the RBC Heritage at Harbour Towne, where the Signature Event status is attaching all the game's stars, including one who Michael wonder's may never get good again (28:43). This week's guest is a Las Vegas expert and someone you have to listen to to get all the right advice. Vegas Pauly C chats with Alex about how to get the most out of spending your time in Vegas, how to get comped (and what his craziest comp was), and his favorite spot to unwind at the end of the day (31:00). Monday was the Boston Marathon, a holiday for New Englanders, where a 3-peat almost was (1:00:27). In baseball land, Michael's Yankees continue to roll, while Alex is only thinking about all the gambling he's going to do on baseball while in Vegas this week (1:02:40). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying some Mac and Cheese, while Michael wants to know what's better, a cookie or a cookie bar? (1:04:10). Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 9, 2024

The Valero Texas Open produced one final entrant into The Masters with Akshay Bhatia taking the win and becoming the first golfer to return to Augusta after playing in the Drive, Chip, and Putt competition as a kid. Plus Alex shares his observations from following Dylan Wu during a early week practice round at TPC San Antonio (1:53). The T-Mobile Match Play event in Las Vegas ended up being Nelly Korda's fourth win in a row, and Michael wonder's in the LPGA's top player is ready for another Major victory and another Olympic Gold Medal as her season mirrors 2020 (7:57). The Augusta National Women's Amateur wrapped up with winner Lottie Woad rallying with three birdies on her final four holes, a core memory worthy of a champion (11:15). LIV had their final event before The Masters in Miami, where a guy nobody's heard of defeated a guy nobody cares about anymore. Anthony Kim, meanwhile, is not living up to expectations (13:51). Over on our YouTube channel you catch Alex's night golf experience in Florida, and new this week: the drama and excitement of totality during the eclipse (15:50). The Masters begins on Thursday, so Alex shares some of his picks and sleepers, Michael wonders if Tiger will even make it through two whole rounds, never mind the cut, and the guys marvel at the always low prices of food at the game's first Major Championship (18:40). This week's guest is Mia Hammond, a fifteen year old who has already played on the LPGA Tour, made the cut, and finished top-30. The Ohio native chats with Alex about learning to play golf on a simulator, competing in the Drive, Chip, and Putt at Augusta, and what's next for her game (26:19). March was Mad, and the NCAA basketball tournament produced a lot of drama on both the men's and women's side of the ball (44:06). The baseball season marches on, as Michael observes that it feels like 5 years ago with New York and Boston atop of the AL East (47:38). With baseball in full swing, Alex and Michael marvel at some of the new food offerings around the league as they #AlwaysEndWithFood (49:30). Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 2, 2024

Scottie Scheffler couldn't make it happen at the Texas Children's Houston Open, as journeyman Stephen Jeager claims his first PGA TOUR victory (1:38). Nelly Korda was able to win 3 in a row at the Ford Championship presented by KCC, and Michael asks if Nelly or Scottie are more likely to win their first respective majors of the season (4:13). On the Champions Tour, 8-time winner Steven Alker and 2-time US Open Champion Retif Goosen battled it out into the water on 18 at The Galleri Classic, with Goosen converting his par for his third Champions Tour victory (6:14). Over on our YouTube channel, Alex enjoys the fun times of night golf while on a recent trip to Florida (8:13). The final tune-up before The Masters is this week on the PGA TOUR as the boys head to the Valero Texas Open, and big names like Rory McIlroy and Max Homa are in the field (9:28). Alex is lucky enough to be in the field of totality for next week's solar eclipse. But will nasty Texas weather spoil the once in a lifetime event? (11:36). Songwriter and performer Alexander Star chats with Alex about what it's like to make music that only Elvis has done before him, how he gives back to children through music, and his favorite spots to visit and eat at in Fort Lauderdale, FL (14:29). March Madness hit hard this weekend as top seeds fell and cinderella NC State paved a path to the Final Four (39:07). Baseball is officially back as teams hit the field. Michael's Yankees opened up with a sweep, while Alex's Red Sox didn't fare as well (45:11). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is perplexed at the new Peeps Gummies that took over on Easter (46:39). Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 31, 2024

A big win at the Snake Pit, March Madness, and radio personality John Maginnes on this week's Course of Life podcast, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. The Valspar Championship was a big win for Peter Maltani, returning to the winner's circle for the first time in over 8 years. Plus, the field had a record number of Kevins in it (1:50). Nelly Korda notched her second win of 2024, catapulting her back to the top of the Rolex World Rankings. Michael asks if Nelly is back in prime form and primed for some major victories (6:03). Alex stumbled his way onto a Disc Golf Major Championship this weekend in Austin, and shares his report from the scene (7:37). Make sure to check out our YouTube channel for Alex's front row seats at a Professional Bull Riding event in Austin (10:44). Happy Gilmore 2 is officially in the works, and Michael and Alex wonder if it'll live up to the iconic original (13:55). This week's guest is former PGA Tour pro and current radio host John Maginnes. John shares stories of playing opposite a young Tiger Woods, how he got into broadcasting thanks to a broken arm, and the differences between calling golf on TV versus radio (16:01). March Madness was in full swing this weekend, and Alex and Michael look back at the action, the busted brackets, and the remaining top seeds (45:29). Baseball is officially back this week as Opening Day arrives, and while Michael's Yankees are primed for a great season, Alex's Red Sox don't look so promising (53:12). Baseball's opening week is overshadowed by Ohtani's translator gambling controversy, and the guys share their uneducated opinions of what is going on (54:38). As we #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex and Michael debate the best way to build a burger as the weather heats up and grilling season starts (56:36). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 19, 2024

A history making weekend, brackets for March, and Jon Rahm's fitness coach on this week's podcast, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. Scottie Scheffler rallied to become the first player to defend their title at the 50th edition of The Players, thanks to the golf gods smiling upon him and not the other three guys chasing on the 18th hole. Plus, Rory's lackluster performance raises more questions (1:41). Tiger and PIF Chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan are playing nice in the Bahama's as golf's decision makers get together to decide the game's future (9:05). It was St Patrick's Day this weekend, meaning Michael avoided Savannah's massive celebration, and Alex remembered the great trip to Ireland last year. Our YouTube channel includes videos from our trip to the Emerald Isle, plus new content weekly including Alex's front row trip to a recent PBR event in Austin, TX (11:32). The PGA TOUR heads to the snake pit for the Valspar Championship where Xander looks to avenge his disappointing finish at Sawgrass (14:02). In Tuned In, Alex is giving Justin Timberlake's new album a seriously good review, and he's enjoying the music scene at SXSW in Austin (14:51). This week's guest is a fitness guru and coach to Jon Rahm, Spencer Tatum. Spencer chats with Alex from the PGA Show floor about what went into helping the former world #1 become the best with his club foot, plus what goes into finding the best fitness program for his athletes at Tatum Human Performance (18:23). March Madness is here, and with that comes heartbreak for the guys after another failed season for their Bobcats, but everyone is really just rooting for Caitlin Clark (35:14). NFL Free Agency got started with a bang, as Michael's Giants look to shore up the O and D lines, while Alex's Patriots jettisoned their quarterback of the past three seasons (39:47). As the guys #AlwaysEndWIthFood, Alex is wondering what's better, a fried Oreo or a fried Twinkie, while Michael is enjoying 5-star cuisine at a Top Chef contestant's restaurant in New Hampshire (41:57). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 12, 2024

Scottie returns to form, live music favorites, a deep dive into Irish golf, and a golf science lesson from a doctor on this week's podcast, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Guest Host Elizabeth Diane Veith. Scottie Scheffler rode his putter (!!) to a big win at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, setting up another nice Spring for the world's top golfer (1:45). The LPGA Tour's Asian Swing continued at the Blue Bay LPGA, where Epson Tour Alum Bailey Tardy claimed her first win on tour (4:53). Netflix dropped season 2 of "Full Swing" over the weekend, and Alex and Elizabeth share their first impressions and hopes of the season (6:45). The PGA TOUR heads to the unofficial fifth major at TPC Sawgrass, where Scheffler looks continue his hot putting at THE PLAYERS (11:48). In Tuned In, Alex caught his favorite band to see live, Fall Out Boy, and Elizabeth shares her favorite live music performances, including Garth Brooks (14:15). Tourism Ireland's Alison Metcalfe chats with Alex from the PGA Show about all the incredible things Ireland has to offer, including amazing links golf and delicious Irish beef (17:08). Dr Gary Gray from the Gray Institute chats with Alex from the PGA Show about Applied Functional Sciences and how he looks at more than just a golfer's bad knee or back when figuring out how to keep the golfer healthy (34:27). March Madness is upon us, and Alex and Elizabeth share their early picks for the basketball marathon (47:33). As we #AlwaysEndWithFood, Elizabeth shares an incredible meal she and her husband enjoyed in Denver (49:05). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 6, 2024

A Monday finish, a disappointing debut, new sticks, a Boston sportscaster, and a rising LPGA star on this week's podcast, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. The Cognizant Classic at PGA National had a Monday finish, and Michael wonders what these weather issues mean for the PGA TOUR this year (1:44). The LPGA's Asian Swing continued with the HSBC Women's World Championship and a birdie-birdie-birdie walk-off winner (4:25). LIV Jeddah included the disappointing return of Anthony Kim to professional golf and another winning weekend for a Master's invitee (5:45). Michael's been playing with 25 year old irons for his entire adult life, and finally got himself a new set this weekend (10:01). Alex's Florida vacation is in the books, and included a fun round of night golf under the lights (13:58). On our YouTube channel you can find Alex's 16 for 16 Challenge at TPC Scottsdale (via a simulator) and more coming every week (16:11). This weekend's Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill includes the usual loaded field, and always reminds Alex of his Arnie story (16:57). Michael shares his review of Dune: Part Two after experiencing it on the tallest IMAX screen in the world this weekend (18:12). Our first guest is fellow Quinnipiac alumnus Morey Hershgordon, who shares how he went from calling games for his blind grandfather to sports anchor at Boston's WHDH TV (19:37). Malia Nam is our second guest, a rising LPGA Star from Hawaii who shares with Alex what it was like playing golf at USC and battling through the Q-school marathon (47:26). Basketball had a few moments this past week as Caitlin Clark and LeBron James made massive scoring records (1:06:58). As we #ALwaysEndWithFood, Alex can't get enough of a cannoli cruffin he had in Florida, and Michael is so shocked at the new WhiteClaw 0% Seltzer (1:11:04). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 28, 2024

Golf went international this week, plus new music from Kanye, golf influencer, golfer, style icon, and podcaster Bradford Wilson, and LET professional Ana Belac. All hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. The Mexico Open was a sleepy affair in terms of names, but Alex had it right and picked his first winner of 2024 (1:55). The LPGA kicked off their Asian swing, with a Thai sensation returning to the winner's circle (4:58). LIV Golf is making waves for getting Anthony Kim, and throwing mad money towards a PGA TOUR loyalist (6:19). On our YouTube channel you can see more from our trip to the PGA Show, including a quick chat with a 2-time World Series Champion, Johnny Damon (10:32). The PGA TOUR comes to Florida and PGA National for the Cognizant Classic, where Rory McIlroy headlines the field (11:42). Alex is also in Florida, but not for the PGA TOUR. Still, he'll be playing some golf under the lights and wonders how he'll do (14:04). In Tuned In, Alex is checking out Kanye's new album (14:49), Michael watches the Oscar nominated "The Holdovers" (17:19), and breaking news about Ryan Gosling at The Oscars (19:07). Bradford Wilson is an actor, golfer, influencer, and podcaster, and chats with Alex from the PGA Show floor about his podcast, Group Golf Therapy, playing golf in Southern California, and his favorite smells on the course (19:50). Ana Belac is a Scandinavian LET golfer, who recently won a national championship at Duke. Ana chats with Alex from the PGA Show about learning to play in a country with 10 courses, how she got to Duke, and what it was like coming to America for college (41:12). As we #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is excitedly enjoying a childhood favorite, Del's Lemonade, as they come to Texas, and Michael shares his favorite childhood treat (58:17). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 21, 2024

A return to be forgotten, a new apparel line, and LPGA great, and a coaching legend all on this week's podcast, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. This weekend's Genesis Invitational was headlined by Tiger Woods... getting the runs and dropping out. Also by Jordan Speith... getting the runs and being DQed for messing up his scorecard. Oh, and Hideki Matsuyama won (1:36). The Myrtle Beach Classic is having a YouTube qualifier this weekend, where top content creators will get a chance to compete in the new tournament later this year (7:23). The PGA Champions Tour had a nice, short 36 hole tournament thanks to the Florida weather, but Alex wants to know who Michael wants so sit next to on the flight to Morocco for next week (9:16). Tiger's new Sun Day Red Golf line debuting this week, and the apparel looks, well, like golf attire, Michael wonders about the similarity in name to Sunday Red Golf (12:09). On our YouTube channel you can find new videos from our time at the PGA Show, including Alex having massive improvement with the new Under Armour shoes (14:54). This weekend is the Mexico Open at Vidanta, where Tony Finau defends. Michael asks is Tony will win, or if legend Padraig Harrington will (16:26). LPGA legend Sherri Steinhauer chatted with Alex from the PGA Show floor. Sherri shared stories of winning the British Open three times, how the Solhiem Cup has grown since she was on the team, and how pickle ball brought her back to golf (17:55). Known for coaching the likes of Arnold Palmer, Phil Mickelson, and Lee Janzen, Rick Smith chatted with Alex from the PGA Show about how golf instruction has changed in his over 30 years, and what it was like coaching the greatest that ever played the game (33:17). The NBA All-Star Weekend was a pitiful display of basketball, and Alex has a lot to say about it (44:57). Spring is coming and so is baseball as Spring Training has officially begun (49:16). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex asks the question: wings, nuggets, or tenders (50:45)? Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 14, 2024

In this week's podcast, hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell talk about the debauchery at the Waste Management Phoenix Open, Taylor Swift at the Super Bowl, and chat with top golf coach Martin Chuck and rising LPGA star Maja Stark. The Waste(d) Management Pheonix Open hit a nerve with unruly behavior and bad weather, but a Canadian took the win in extra holes (1:57). On the Korn Ferry Tour, we got a new low low low low low round as Cristobal Del Solar notched a 57 (8:38). LIV Golf has found a formula of being in the right place at the right time as they hosted their tournament in Vegas the week of the Super Bowl (10:17). Over on our YouTube channel you can catch more videos of our time at the PGA Show, including a video with past guest host Elizabeth Diane Veith exploring the plethora of women's golf fashion on display (13:48). The PGA TOUR heads to Riviera and Tiger Woods is making his (check notes) billionth return to golf (14:49). Our first guest is a Golf Digest Top 10 Coach, inventor, and the man behind the Tour Striker Academy, Martin Chuck. Martin chats with Alex from the PGA Show floor about what it's like coaching players on the PGA TOUR, and how a cutting board was turned into a crazy training aid (18:07). Our next guest is an LPGA rising star with a Solheim Cup to boot, Maja Stark. Maja chats with Alex about growing up learning the game in Sweden, the cruelty of the course at the Solheim Cup, and what really happened after the Europeans won this year (45:45). The Kansas City Chiefs won the Super Bowl, and Michael has to ask Alex if this new dynasty, as well as Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid, are better than the Patriots, Tom Brady, and Bill Belichick (1:04:34). It's Valentine's Day as we #AlwaysEndWithFood, and Michael shares the nerdy details of making Oreos at home (1:15:50). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 7, 2024

On this week's pod: TWO different 54-hole no cut golf events, Taylor at the Grammys, and an absolute legend in NBA Hall of Famer Rick Barry. Hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. Thanks to the weather, and the new Signature Event schedule, Wyndham Clark won the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am in only 54 holes... but he did shoot a 60. (1:49). Last week's winner, Frenchman Matthieu Pavon, played well at Pebble Beach, and Michael is remembering what happened back when the guys had a heckler call in when they broadcast at Quinnipiac's student radio station (3:50). LIV regularly scheduled 54 hole event included a 59 from eventual winner Joaquin Niemann, while newbie Jon Rahm's team too the W in Mayakoba (5:25). The DP World Tour was in Bahrain, and Dylan Frittelli returned to form to return to the winner's circle (8:08). Blast from the past Anthony Kim has announced his intentions to return to professional golf, and Alex can't believe the former phenom is ready for a return (9:04). Taylor Swift stole the spotlight from the Grammys last night, and Alex has some feelings about the whole affair (10:13). Our YouTube channel has some great stuff on it, including weekly videos showcasing great stuff from last month's PGA Show which will continue to roll out of the next few weeks (13:56). Alex headed to the cinema to see Disney's new Migration , and brings us a review in Tuned In (15:12). The WM Phoenix Open parties on this weekend, and Scottie Scheffler looks to claim a 3-peat (16:28). This week's guest is NBA legend and Hall of Famer Rick Barry. The former Finals MVP, 8x All Star, and 4x World Long Drive Champion, is also an avid pickle baller. Rick chatting with Alex live on the PGA Show floor last month, and shares why he loves pickle ball, what it was like to dunk on Bill Russell, and his favorite golf course (18:59). This Sunday is the Super Bowl in Las Vegas, and all we really care about here is the prop bets (49:49). As we #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his football spread, which Michael thinks is a little too pun-ny (55:35). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 31, 2024

This week's episode was recorded LIVE on the show floor of the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, FL on Thursday, January 25. Hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell, and listened in by everyone passing by during golf's biggest business expo. Alex and Michael break down some of the amazing things they saw while roaming the PGA Show Demo Day and floor after two days (1:37). Cool carts and merchandise wasn't the only thing Alex and Michael did, as they also recorded a plethora of interviews with future guests, including LPGA legend Sherri Steinhauer and NBA Hall of Famer Rick Barry (8:05). Retired Marine Corp Corporal Chris Nowak joined the guys to talk about the PGA HOPE program, which helps military veterans learn the game of golf and the great lessons it can teach them as they return from active service. Chris shares stories from the incredible events the HOPE program puts on, and why the game of golf is so important (9:38). Tiger Wood's revealed his new golf apparel company and logo, and Michael isn't having any of the new Sunday Red (34:36). The game of golf is getting expensive, and while Michael laments the facts, Alex is looking for innovative new ways to enjoy the game (36:47). The PGA Professional Championship is coming up in Frisco, TX, and Alex is gearing up for the trip (39:18). As it is January, and the guys are at the PGA Show, and chatting with people from all over, the question has to be asked, "where do we travel to next?" (41:46). Breaking news happened during the week that Jim Harbaugh was leaving Michigan after winning his national championship for the Chargers, and Michael wonder's how Michigan's AD feels about it (45:53). Recorded before the games, the guys chat about the potential Super Bowl matchup, and Alex shares what could be happening with the Chiefs in the Super Bowl (47:53). When the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Michael treats Alex to the joys of Orlando, which means Disney World and all that it has to offer (49:11). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 24, 2024

An amateur winner on the PGA TOUR and a rising LPGA star as this week's guest as hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell head to the PGA Show in Orlando. The American Express has a loaded field of Tour veterans, but it was 20 year old Alabama sophomore and amateur Nick Dunlap who reigned supreme, just the fifth amateur to win on TOUR since 1940 (2:06). The LPGA season kicked off in Orlando and Lydia Ko got back into the winner's circle for the 20th time and is on the precipice of the LPGA Hall of Fame before turning 27 (7:27). Rory McIlroy was disappointed last week in Dubai, but avenged the loss with a win as the DP World Tour stayed in Dubai (9:07). This week marks the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, where Alex and Michael will be making the rounds and reporting back next week on the pod and all week on social media (11:10). On our YouTube channel, Alex plays a super exclusive Austin Country Club, and making a 2-putt for the ages (13:20). The PGA TOUR heads to Torrey Pines for the Farmers Insurance Open, a week that is always fun and features event host and past guest Alissa Kacar (14:41). This week's guest is rising LPGA pro Gurleen Kaur, who shares what its like now to be on the LPGA Tour, what it was like playing at Baylor, and how rain ruined her Miami vacation (15:28). College basketball has a new winningest coach in Stanford's Tara VanDerveer who surpassed Duke's Coach K this weekend (45:09). Alabama's football powerhouse days may be dwindling after Coach Saban retired, as many players have entered the transfer portal (46:31). In the NFL, the Detroit Lions (!) are headed to the NFC Championship game, and Michael's life now depends on them winning the Super Bowl (48:26). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex muses on pizza during a diet, while Michael shares what has changed since going Instagram viral, and how failure in the kitchen can happen to anyone (50:44). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 17, 2024

A return to form in Hawaii, buying your way in in Dubai, the end of an era, and Country Club Adjacent 's Griff Pippin on this week's podcast, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. The Sony Open wrapped up the Hawaii swing with a 3-man playoff and a return to the winner's circle for Grayson Murray (1:59). The DP World Tour was in Dubai, were Rory lost, but a certain connected rich guy bought his way into the field (5:28). The LPGA kicks off their season in Orlando this weekend, and the pro-am includes many, many, many past guests (9:05). Following the LPGA's kickoff is the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, where Alex and Michael will be rubbing elbows and "kissing babies" at golf's biggest business meeting (11:05). Alex announced his grand backyard plans last week, but the Texas weather has something to say first (12:29). The PGA TOUR comes stateside for The American Express, which will included a loaded field at the golf season begins to heat up (16:01). Michael shares a review of last year's Weird: The Al Yankovic Story starring Daniel Radcliffe in the titular role of a movie that is very weird (17:36). This week's guest is Griff Pippin, one part of the Country Club Adjacent podcast, and a stand-up comedian. Griff shares what it was like to roast Donald Trump on the golf course, why we all need to relax sometimes, and does a little "this or that" on what's best (19:21). The college football season is over, and Jim Harbaugh is already looking for an NFL team. But the football landscape is different now, as some of the coaching greats have left their posts (56:15). It's the playoffs in the NFL, and once again, the Cowboys are OUT after just one game (58:57). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex figures out how to have his favorite tacos on a diet, and Michael is reveling in the virality of his latest IG reel from the bakery (1:01:21). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 10, 2024

The 2024 golf season gets underway, plus an end to the NFL regular season and special guest Mark Dondero from WEEI in Boston. The Course of Life is hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. The 2024 golf season got underway at the "signature" "hit and giggle" Sentry in Hawaii, which was won at -29 (!!!) (1:49). Patrick Reed's lawsuits against many in golf media has been dismissed, meaning he has to pay all the legal fees of those who sued, but his lawyers are appealing the ruling (4:32). Tiger and Nike have ended their long partnership, and Michael has a major announcement about the future of the CoL brand (6:41). Comedian Katt Williams blew up social media and the podcasting world this week when he was on with Shannon Sharpe and shared how dumb it is to play golf "from the tips" (8:33). Barstool Sports personality Jersey Jerry spend over 36 hours trying to make a hole in one on a simulator, and Alex was glued to the live stream (10:43). Alex has big plans for 2024, including a big renovation for his backyard's golf landscape (12:46). Over on our YouTube channel, you can catch a video of Alex hitting golf balls into an abandoned school bus, and coming soon you can catch a video of Alex hitting golf balls at his childhood home (14:58). The PGA TOUR stays in Hawaii for the Sony Open, where notable names will be returning after medical absences (16:06). The Golden Globes were this weekend, and Alex says it was a bit of a letdown (17:29). This week's guest is WEEI host and Boston sports personality Mark Dondero. Mark chats with Alex about how he ended up at WEEI, what he thinks of the Boston sports future, and shares an inside story as to why he asked Coach Bill Belichick that viral question (19:18). The NFL heads to the playoffs, meaning Alex's Patriots and Michael's Giants seasons are over, and they can't be happier (57:14). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's a diet update and "don't call it a resolution" announcement from Michael (1:01:54). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 3, 2024

It's a new year, a new PGA Tour season, and a new guest who's trying to play every golf course in Massachusetts. Our first episode is the year is here, hosted as always by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. The new PGA Tour season begins with The Sentry, where only one of the top 3 players in the world is contending (1:56). The OWGR released changes to how points will be dolled out, including for the new "signature events" on the PGA Tour, which include no cuts (sound familiar?) (5:45). 2023 was a huge year for the podcast, and 2024 looks to keep growing on that success. What's in store for us? More travel, and more golf, of course (8:15). Alex used the holiday weekend to catch the new movie Anyone But You , and Michael asks how it compares to 2023's No Hard Feelings (14:02). Our first guest of the New Year is Sean Melia, editor of the New England Golf Journal. Sean has a mission to play every golf course in Massachusetts, and shares some of his favorites, and reminisces with Alex about their shared hometown course, Concord Country Club (16:13). The New Year included a lot of fireworks, and Michael really doesn't understand why it's so excessive (47:22). The NFL season is nearing its conclusion, and that means Alex and Michael horrible no good very bad season can end (49:17). In #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about the January diets, and how maybe that can springboard to some wholistic life changes, you know, like it does every year (52:32). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 23, 2023

It's the end of 2023, and that means time for the annual Course of Life Festivus Special! First, a history lesson for those uninitiated in Festivus, a classic from Seinfeld (00:20). Festivus begins with the Airing of Grievances, including a look back at what we were upset with last year, and how pissed we are at the LIV/PGA Tour debacle this year, a horrible 8 month fiasco with insurance, and the problem with everyone on the roads not using their blinkers (1:57). The Great Feats of Strength highlight what was great about the year, including Tiger's return (again), and a certain PGA commissioner still having a job (20:38). The Festivus Miracles is what we think will happen in the sports world in 2024, including a bold and outlandish idea from Michael about the PGA/LIV partnership (31:34). While not Festivus tradition, it is a tradition to #AlwaysEndWIthFood, and that's exactly what we do here, highlighting our favorite food memories of 2023, including amazing steak in Ireland (35:28). Happy Festivus, Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year! Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 20, 2023

The PNC Championship with Charlie and Tiger, Christmas music, and more on this week's episode, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. It's the most wonderful time of the year, and Alex and Michael are ready for it (1:52). The PNC Championship included a lot of family duos, but all eyes were on Charlie and Tiger, and how Charlie was much better than Tiger (3:36). The DP World Tour heads to beautiful Mauritius this week, an island off the coast of Africa that is too beautiful to host a golf event (7:04). NBC Sports announced than Kevin Kisner is headed to the broadcast booth this year, and Alex is concerned the censors may have their work cut out for them (8:26). Over on our YouTube channel, you can catch Alex's adventure playing golf, eating BBQ tacos, and playing Vegas-style slots all in one day in Texas (9:38). It's the Holiday season, so Alex asks Michael to name the top 10 Christmas songs on the Billboard Hot 100 (10:34). The Holidays mean family movies, and Michael shares his review of the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory prequel, Wonka (12:54). Alex spent the money and watched the now streaming Era's Tour from Taylor Swift and shares his review (14:24). Past guest Matt Sheerer of WBZ News Radio in Boston had an amazing story this week of a Bostonian singer he found in the streets that will restore your faith in humanity (16:03). This week's guests as the owners of Dripping Springs Country Club, more than just a driving range outside of Austin, TX. You likely know Stephen and Doug Bradford from their appearance on "Wheel of Fortune," and their share stories from their time on the show, plus why Dripping Springs is so special (17:54). Christmas means basketball, and there are a bunch of great games on to catch (40:08). Christmas also means it's Bowl Season, which is now in full swing, and started with a horrible game for Michael's nearby Georgia Southern Eagles (40:58). In the NFL, it was another losing weekend for Alex's Patriots and Michael's Giants, who have come back down to earth after a string of victories (41:54). As we #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about what's on the menu for Christmas Eve and Christmas night (44:26). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 13, 2023

A golf signing that changes everything (for real this time), a massive new contract in baseball, and former UT Longhorn and NFL player Cedric Griffin, all on this week's new episode hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. The golf work was shook this week as Jon Rahm took a truck load of money and bolted to LIV, even as the PGA TOUR, LIV/PIF merger talks continue. Alex and Michael wonder what it all means for the game we love to watch (2:09). The Grant Thorton Shootout finally gave us a taste of what we've been clamoring for, a PGA/LPGA mixed event, as the Aussie's took the win (11:35). Over on our YouTube channel, Alex and his buddy Anthony have a finish for the ages at TPC Sawgrass (...on a simulator), and this weekend Alex debuts a new series called "Texas Towns," showcasing some of the smaller towns in Texas that still have great golf and great food (14:17). This weekend features the Q-School finals, where players vie for life-changing status on the Korn Ferry and PGA TOUR (15:19). Tiger's back again, alongside son Charlie, for this year's PNC Shootout (16:33). This week's guest is Cedric Griffin, a former National Champion as a Texas Longhorn, and former defensive back in the NFL. Cedric chats with Alex about his favorite football memories, his life coaching track, and his BBQ joint The Smoke Cantina (18:17). The NBA wrapped up their inaugural NBA Cup, the new in season tournament that crowned the Lakers champs. Do we care? (55:43). It's December and that means it's Bowl Season! All 42 of them, including the CFB Playoffs (57:15) It was a rare week in the NFL for Alex, as he got to see his Patriots put points on the board and record their third win of the season (1:00:09). Major League Baseball saw a gargantuan contract get signed as multi-position superstar Ohtani leaped to the Dodgers (1:01:06). As we #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying a unique new pizza place, while Michael got his Hanukkah on with some latkes and smoked salmon (1:02:36). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 6, 2023

Tiger's return, golf ball rollbacks, and Pin Seeker's Golf Lounge founder Ed Amadis on this week's new pod, hosted by Alex Lauzon with special guest host Elizabeth Diane Veith. While co-host Michael is away, past guest Elizabeth Diane Veith fills in (2:01). Tiger Woods made his return to professional golf at The Hero, and it went about as was realistically expected (3:31). The PGA and R&A are poised to make rollbacks of the golf ball to make it fly less, and both Elizabeth and Alex are not having it (6:20). The PGA TOUR and LIV may still be headed towards a merger, but they still aren't playing nicely together when it comes to qualifiers and exemptions (10:52). Golf simulators are taking over the golf world, and Alex visits one and plays 18 holes at a famous course in this week's new YouTube video, coming Friday (12:44). This week's guest is Ed Amadis, the owner of Pin Seeker's Golf Lounge in Austin, TX. Ed shares how his love of golf lead him to running a golf simulator lounge (16:04). College football has their final four, and Elizabeth shares her favorite for the playoffs (30:40). In the NFL, Alex's Patriots continue to stink up something awful, while Elizabeth's Denver Broncos are still figuring out Russell Wilson (33:53). As we #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his new favorite wing spot in Austin, and Elizabeth shares a unique date night experience in an old church (35:54). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 29, 2023

A roof collapse, LIV mega-deal rumor, and rivalry week in college football, along with a returning guest from the Boston radio-waves on this week's podcast, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. Thanksgiving was the headline for everyone last week, and Alex and Michael share their Thanksgiving day MVP (2:14). A powerful Florida storm tore down the roof of the new TGL stadium, delaying the new league for a year (5:55). Jon Rahm's name is now connected to LIV, who are supposedly offering a gigantic contract to the major champion (7:28). The PGA Champions Tour is getting its own Ryder Cup style tournament, the World Champions Cup, headed to Florida is just a couple weeks with three teams (10:34). Tiger is back (again) at the Hero World Challenge, and Michael asks is Tiger will finish Top-5, or if defending champ Viktor Hovland will repeat (13:49). Gianna Gravalese returns to the podcast to chat about hew now syndicated and national show, The VBros , from iHeartRadio's KISS 108FM in Boston. Gianna shares all the good going on in her life now, her crush on Joe Jonas, on her love of Boston's Jingle Ball (16:13). College football's rivalry week produced some crazy moments, but the results for Alex's picks were not good (57:14). In the NFL, Michael's Giants have now won two straight after "beating" Alex's Patriots, who, contrary to popular belief, have not hit rock bottom yet (58:37). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is ready for all the Christmas flavors that are here as we roll into December, and Michael shares his journey on a Savannah Food Tour (1:01:18). Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 22, 2023

That exemption spot at The Hero World Challenge has been filled by Tiger Woods, who makes his return at the very end of the golf season. The guys ponder what this means (2:14). The RSM Classic wrapped up the PGA Fall, and gave Swede Ludvig Åberg his first win (6:25). The DP World Tour wrapped up their season in Dubai, and besides a Nicolai Højgaard win, there was crazy stuff happening across the course including clubs lost in trees and Rory's ball in a fan's lap (10:11). The LPGA also finished up their season and payed our $2 million to now five-time winner Amy Yang (13:15). Over on our YouTube channel you can see inside the TPC Sawgrass clubhouse plus see interviews with Florida and Georgia football greats, and coming up this weekend see if Alex can beat his wife in a round of golf (14:11). While the PGA TOUR season may be quiet this weekend, the NFL certainly isn't (15:21). This week's guest is our resident holiday decorating and party hosting expert, Brandi Milloy, who also shares how she and her husband, Mr Fantastic, have livened up their weekly dinner routine (15:55). Alex's College Football picks were just OK, but now it's time to wrap up the regular season (46:26). Michael is ecstatic after his Giants won a football game, and Alex finally is starting to understand why Michael has such a good sense of humor about the NFL (47:51). Las Vegas was in the news a lot this week, first about the Oakland A's calling Vegas their new home, and then for the Formula 1 debacle Thursday night on the city streets (50:11). The guys love their Quinnipiac Bobcats, and the hockey team is still rolling strong as defending National Champs (53:18). When the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's about Thanksgiving meal schedules and what exactly do you do the night before Thanksgiving (54:16). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 15, 2023

An emotional return in Bermuda, an African Safari, the LPGA's rising star Gabi Ruffels, and NYC rapper, screenwriter, actor, and artist Nik Moody on this week's podcast. It's officially the holiday season, and host Alex Lauzon is ready for it, as is cohost Michael Russell, begrudgingly (2:10). At the Butterfield Bermuda Championship, Adam Long ended his fairways hit streak at a childish number, and Camilo Villegas returns to the winners circle after an emotional few years (3:36). The LPGA had its inaugural Anika Driven event, hosted by the legend Anika herself. With some virtual credentials, Alex was able to chat with up-and-coming LPGA pro Gabi Ruffels, who had an impressive week in Florida (7:18). Past Masters Champion Angel Cabrera is out of prison, and is eyeing a return to golf and even the PGA TOUR, which seems surprising (18:10). The DP World Tour was in South Africa, and after enjoying the African safari, Max Homa played his way to his first international victory (21:15). Over on our YouTube channel you can see some behind the scenes from the Desire Cup, held at the beautiful TPC Sawgrass, as well as a very important mini-golf challenge between Alex and Michael (23:27). The PGA TOUR ends its 2023 calendar with the RSM Classic at Sea Island, featuring a very boring field (25:06). Nik Moody is a rapper, screenwriter, actor, artist, and now a returning guest to the podcast. Nik chats with Alex about his new movie, his new music, and his new partner (26:30). Alex has two winning weeks for his picks in the college football world, and makes a bold prediction for the CFB Playoffs (50:08). The race to the bottom continues for Michael's Giants and Alex's Patriots in the NFL, as these teams continue to lose at embarrassing levels (51:46). As we #AwaysEndWithFood, it's all about Thanksgiving, from the turkey to the sides to when you need to be taking that bird out of your freezer (hint: a lot sooner than you think) (55:54). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 8, 2023

An incredible eagle, a walk from a Tiger, the format for the TGL, and a race to the bottom in the NFL on this week's episode, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. Alex has returned from a Florida vacation, and in confused as to why the clubhouse thought it horrible he was playing with the ladies (2:16). The World Wide Technologies Championship had an incredible finish as Erik von Rooyen played his heart out for his college teammate (5:24). When Tiger moves about the world, the golf world watches, and Alex can't wait to see where Tiger is walking to now (8:06). The TGL announced their match format, and the guys wonder if we'll keep watching week in and week out (10:20). Sports Illustrated is taking advantage of the slow golf season by giving out some bad takes, including one which includes big changes to Augusta (13:58). On our YouTube channel you can watch Alex play 9 holes at Austin Country Club, and see the first part of the guy's trip to TPC Sawgrass (16:54). The PGA TOUR stays in paradise for the Butterfield Bermuda Championship, which doesn't include many people fans of heard of (18:14). This week's returning guest is Danny Wuerffel , a Heisman Trophy Winner, Collegiate National Champion with the Florida Gators, and NFL quarterback. But Danny does a lot now to give back to his community, and his Desire Cup, pitting Georgia and Florida alumni against each other, allows his charities to do some great work. Danny shares why he gives back and what makes the Desire Cup so special. Learn more about Danny's Desire Cup by clicking here (19:51). Alex's wrapped up his vacation as a friend's wedding, which including prop bets which actual lines available before the ceremony (38:50). Alex had a winning week (finally!) in his college football picks, making him rethink his strategy for the rest of the season (42:28). In the NFL, Michael's Giants and Alex's Patriots continue to suck something horrible, as the Giants' QB problems continue to sour and the Patriots' just suck (43:13). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares the best thing he ate during his Gulf Coast vacation, and Michael is happily making maples bars in the bakery (46:34). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 31, 2023

A weekend at The Desire Cup at TPC Sawgrass for hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell, plus a chat with KVUE's Tyler Feldman on this week's podcast. Alex and Michael met up in the Southeast to visit The Desire Cup, a celebrity charity golf event hosted by Heisman Trophy Winner Danny Wuerffel and his Desire Street Ministry. The guys share what happened at the incredible event, plus some chats with ESPN's Laura Rutledge and Georgia's legendary Lindsey Scott (2:18). The LPGA dropped a huge announcement on Friday that they would be headed to TPC Boston or a brand new event featuring the largest purse outside of the five majors (14:15). Past guest Gemma Dryburgh looks to repeat at this week's Toto Japan Classic and add another smart toilet to her home (16:01). Past guest Vince India was in the news in a bad way this week as he was suspended from golf for six months for gambling (17:34). Over on our YouTube Channel you can check out Alex's time playing minigolf at Austin's East Side Mini Open , and coming this Friday will be his time playing Austin Country Club, but not in the usual way (19:16). The PGA TOUR heads to a Tiger Woods' course for the new home of the World Wide Technology Championship in Cabo, Mexico (20:23). This week's guest is Austin's very own Tyler Feldman, who shares his journey from Pittsburgh baby to being a KVUE sports broadcaster in Austin TX. Tyler also shares why it's so important to "Save Muny," what it was like chatting with Ben Crenshaw, and how his own golf game is doing (22:09). Alex's college football picks are not as bad this week, but things weren't good for the Florida Gators in Jacksonville against the Georgia Bulldogs (52:18). In the NFL, the guys' favorite teams are so bad that losing just isn't good enough any more (53:21). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying the seafood of Florida's gulf coast, while Michael is turning a cake disaster into something delicious (55:50). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 24, 2023

A superstar returns to the winner's circle, a rare double-winning weekend in the NFL, and The Bachelor's Sean McLaughlin on this week's episode, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. Across the Pacific at the ZOZO Championship, Colin Morikawa finally returned to the winner's circle for the first time since 2021 (2:07). Nearby at the BMW Ladies Championship in Korea, Minjee Lee won her second title in three events, cementing her place as the better Lee sibling, before hoping a jet with her brother Minwoo and Morikawa back home (4:04). LIV Golf wrapped up their season with a surprising ring presentation to their Player of the Year, Talor Gooch (5:37). Alex and Michael are headed to Jacksonville this week for the Desire Cup to check out the Florida and Georgia football greats playing to support Desire Street Ministries (8:45). Over on our YouTube Channel you can check out what it's like to practice for an LPGA event with Annie Park, and this weekend a new video hits the channel about Alex's time at the East Side Mini Open, a mini-golf bar crawl like no other in Austin, TX (9:51). Almost all the tours are quiet this weekend, with the exception of the DP World Tour which heads to Qatar (10:28). In Tuned In, Michael is catching a horror classic in "The Shining," while also watching 2023's fun "Polite Society." Alex, meanwhile, was paying close attention to his Austin Gamblers at the PBR Finals in Las Vegas, home of The Sphere (11:42). This week's guest is Sean McLaughlin, currently appearing on season 9 of "Bachelor in Paradise." Sean chats about his time on season 20 of "The Bachelorette," the rise of his love for cashmere, and how poor his golf game is (14:29). Alex and Michael's favorite NFL teams both had wins this weekend, a rare feat that may not be repeated again this year. And the Taylor Swift+Travis Kelce affair is showing dividends for the Chiefs (45:18). Alex's picks in the college football world continue to disappoint, and may warrant staying away from, warns Michael (48:38). The NBA kicks off their season, and Alex is writing about it weekly on RunYourPool (50:14). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying a unique and surprising seasonal Goldfish flavor, while Michael is baking with pears and blackberries in the kitchen (51:13). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 17, 2023

It was a repeat winner in Las Vegas, continued heartbreak in the NFL, and the Austin Gamblers CEO on this week's episode, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. Tom Kim repeated at the Shriners Children's Open in Las Vegas, where LPGA star Lexi Thompson made a run for the cut on Friday (1:59). The LPGA is in the middle of their Asian Swing, where American Angel Yin notches her first W (6:28). Alex and Michael are headed to Jacksonville soon to check out past guest Danny Wuerffel's Desire Cup to support his foundation and charity, and will likely see some Florida Gator and Georgia Bulldog celebrities, as well as check out the iconic TPC Sawgrass (8:22). This week on our YouTube channel , Alex makes some birdies during his trip to Illinois, and a video showcasing 9 holes with Annie Park during her practice round at The Ascendent LPGA at The Colony (11:04). The PGA TOUR heads to Japan for the ZOZO Championship where Keagan Bradley looks to defend his title (12:00). In Tuned In, Michael is enjoying the fall weather and outdoor festivals that come to Savannah in October, while Alex is couldn't believe the bomb Jerry Seinfeld dropped over the weekend (13:55). This week's guest is JJ Gottsch, the CEO of the Austin Gamblers, part of the PRB Team Series. JJ chats with Alex about what makes running a PBR team so unique, and why the Gamblers are the best in the PBR this season, plus what he's looking forward to doing in Las Vegas this week of the Team Championships (18:03). In College Football, Alex's picks left something to be desired once again (39:49). In the NFL, the guy's favorite teams continue to break their hearts, and Alex wonders how fans of losing teams survive now that his Patriots are one of them (40:57). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex reveals the winner of his poll for his Thanksgiving dinner theme, and Michael shares the exciting new pastry he's working on at the bakery (44:25). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 10, 2023

A massive playoff in Mississippi on the PGA Tour, Halloween movies galore, and former LPGA Major Winner and current Solehim Cup Assistant Captain Angela Stanford on this week's Course of Life, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. The Sanderson Farms Championship ended in a five(!) man playoff and a 45-foot putt gave us some Fall golf drama in Mississippi (1:59). The LPGA was at The Colony in Texas for The Ascendent LPGA, where the ladies had their second straight wire-to-wire champion. Alex was on site early in the week and captured some interviews with players and caddies during the practice rounds (4:02). The TGL and ESPN announced when we'll see the new indoor arena golf events, coming in January on Tuesday evenings (6:10). Patrick Cantlay struck a cord after saying he wanted to get paid for appearing in the Ryder Cup, instead of the traditional donations to charities on player's behalfs (9:15). On our YouTube this week you'll find Alex's gambling adventures in Illinois, and this weekend you'll find out that Alex actually can make birdies on the course (11:07). The PGA Tour heads to Las Vegas for the Shriners Children's Open, where LPGA Superstar Lexi Thompson will try her luck agains the guys (12:54). In Tuned In, Michael is watching the 1963 version of The Haunting , and quickly followed it up with the 2000 remake, but capped it all off with the 2023 Disney film The Haunted Mansion . Meanwhile, Alex is enjoying the new Golden Bachelor on ABC (15:06). This week's guest is Angela Stanford, the 2018 Evian Champion, and now 2-time Solheim Cup Assistant Captain. Chatting with Alex from the Ascendent LPGA in Texas, Angela shares what it was like for Team USA in Spain for the Solheim Cup, plus why she prefers to play in her home state of Texas (19:20). The college football landscape is settling but the Texas Longhorns may not be *back,* but Miami is certainly making dumb plays and Alex's picks finally show some results (37:22). In the NFL, Michael Giants and Alex's Patriots are just horrible, and there's nothing good on the horizon (40:41). The guy's alma mater , Quinnipiac University, hoisted their D-1 championship banner this weekend in Hamden, CT, capping off an amazing rise to glory that is chronicled in the new Quinnipiac podcast, The Tenth Second (44:01). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is getting ready to plan his Thanksgiving dinner theme, while Michael got out and enjoyed a new pizza place in Savannah (46:29). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 3, 2023

A Ryder Cup to forget for Team USA, a big win at the Asian Games, and professional caddy Henry McGannon on this week's CoL, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. The Ryder Cup was a embarrassing disaster for the Americans as Team Europe marched to victory in Rome (1:59). At the Asian Games, top Korean golfers Sunjea Im and Si Woo Kim lead their team to an important victory (7:34). This week's LPGA event at the Colony in the Dallas area will include something different: Alex walking and talking with the players during their practice rounds (9:13). Alex's weekend featured his annual pilgrimage to the East Side Mini Open, an Austin bar crawl unlike any other (10:51). Our YouTube channel includes videos of what its like inside the PBR Shark Cage, being inside the Alamodome for a UTSA game, and coming up this week some videos of Alex's time in Illinois, including randomly gambling at the slots (12:20). This weekend the PGA TOUR returns with the Sanderson Farms Open, where a past guest may have a great opportunity to ride his current hot streak (13:23). In Tuned In, Michael is all set up for Halloween as October begins, and Alex is dreaming of a 2000's boy band super tour as N*SYNC returns (15:39). This week's guest is Henry McGannon, a professional caddy at Kiawah, and previously Pinehurst. Henry shares stories of caddying at these famous courses, including with Phil Mickelson, and why he created his apparel brand, RealGolfers (19:13). Michael is headed down the wormhole as he discovered how inadequate he is thanks to the life of a private jet broker (45:36). In college football, Alex's picks remain average, but he's waiting to say the word G * * D if Texas wins again this weekend (47:59). In the NFL, it's just more bad news for Alex's Patriots, but at least the league tried out Toy Story football this weekend (49:40). Michael is still revealing in Quinnipiac's National Championship, especially as the Bobcats revealed their Championship rings this weekend (52:43). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying some unique wings, while Michael is in awe at everything his Ace Hardware has, including some awesome seasoning blends (53:39). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 26, 2023

The Solheim Cup had a drama filled Sunday that didn't end America's way, and Chris French joins the podcast to chat about living out his dream. Hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. The American ladies started out strong at the Solheim Cup, but a lackluster finish results in Team Europe retaining the cup after a tie in Spain (2:01). Alex was in Illinois this past week, and recaps some of the golf he enjoyed in the seasonably cool weather (5:07). This week on our YouTube channel , you'll find new videos of Alex's time in the "Shark Cage" at the Austin PRB event, and life in the tunnel of the UTSA football game (6:16). It's the men's turn now as attention turns to Rome for the Ryder Cup. Alex and Michael share some quick takes on whose going to win, and who needs to come up big for each team (6:55). In Tuned In, Michael experienced his first Comic Con, while Alex is not enjoying the Taylor Swift/Travis Kelce relationship (10:32). This week's guest is Chris French, a 2023 PGA Championship qualifier who chats with Alex about what it's like to be living out his golfing dream (17:19). This weekend in college football saw Coach Prime and the Buffaloes come crashing back to earth, while the Texas Longhorns continue to rack up the wins (37:36). In the NFL, the Dolphins couldn't be stopped, Alex's Patriots somehow got a win, and Michael's Giants just stick (39:33). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex couldn't believe the prices on bar snacks in Austin, while Michael was reveling in his babka creation at the bakery (42:03). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 19, 2023

On this week's episode, the PGA TOUR Fall season begins with a new winner, we preview the Solheim Cup, and Liberty National GC's Director of Magic (yes, that's his title) Lucas Beaudoin joins the podcast. Hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. The Fortinet Championship in Napa Valley showcased Sahith Thegaala's first win in his your career, and some solid play from Ryder Cup teammates Justin Thomas and Max Homa (2:05). The DP World Tour's BMW PGA Championship included every member of the European Ryder Cup team, and incredible play from team rookie Ludvig Aberg (5:04). This week on our YouTube channel, Alex's video of his attempted 36 for 36 is live, and coming up on Friday is Alex's trip to the PBR event in Austin a few weeks ago (6:13). This week in Spain the ladies gather for the Solheim Cup, featuring four past CoL guests. Michael wonders if the young American squad can stop the bleeding and claim a victory after 2 straight losses (7:22). In Tuned In, Michael is still playing the massive game Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom some four months after starting, and Alex is not happy with the Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce rumors (10:00). This week's guest is a close up magician, golfer, and the official Director of Magic at Liberty National Golf Club, Lucas Beadoin. Lucas chats with Alex about how he got into magic and golf, what it's like doing close-up magic at one of the most recognizable courses in the world, and deliveries one of the healthiest answers for our 19th hole question (12:42). College football news continues to be all about the Colorado Buffalo, but Alex's picks are nowhere near as perfect (31:23). In the NFL, Michael's Giants somehow are 1-1 after allowing 60 unanswered points in the first 3 halves of their season, and Alex's Patriots have nothing good to talk about after two games (32:50). As we #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is loving his Illinois food travels, while Michael is reveling in a new roast chicken with farro and ras el hanout he's enjoying (34:40). Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 12, 2023

The Irish Open at the K Club, an embarrassing start for the Giants, and junior golfer Sebastian Pell headline this week's episode. Hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. The Horizon Irish Open lit up The K Club, where the guys played while in Ireland, and Vincent Norman took the top prize after a lightening delay (1:49). As the Ryder Cup approached, the two teams have different approaches to preparations for Rome (5:24). Our YouTube is full of great videos to watch, including recapping our day at Rosslare to finish our trip to Ireland, and coming soon a video about Alex's attempt at 36 holes of golf for his 36th birthday (6:32). The PGA Tour returns with the Fortinet Championship, where Max Homa looks to 3-peat, and a new format for the Tour's fall calendar takes shape (7:37). In Tuned In, Michael is enjoying his redecorated dining room, while Alex is was catching the tennis at the US Open (11:22). This week's guest is Sebastian Pell, who first came on the podcast back in 2020 after his viral video took the golf world by storm. Sebastian shares how his game's been improving since then, playing tournament fall golf in high school, and his plans for college golf (15:19). College football continues to surprise, especially with Coach Prime and his Colorado Buffaloes (32:07). The NFL is in full swing, and while Alex's Patriots may have lost, Michael's Giants were just embarrassing (34:43). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying another trip to Buc-ee's, while Michael tried out a new Savannah gelato shop, and the guys doing a gelato-flavor draft (37:24). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 5, 2023

The Ryder Cup Teams are all set and ready to go in Rome, a driver snaps at the Women's Irish Open, and professional golfer and content creator David Erdy joins the pod. Hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. Team Europe completed their team for the Ryder Cup, and Alex and Michael share their thoughts on the two teams before they meet in Rome in a few weeks (2:14). The American amateurs claimed their fourth victory in a row at the Walker Cup, held at St Andrews (6:59). The LPGA had another young winner, and this one came from a Monday Q (8:42). At the Irish Women's Open, Anne Van Dam was headed to a playoff when her bag of clubs came tumbling off a cart, resulting in a horrendous snap (9:56). This week, the DP World Tour is in action at the Irish Open at The K Club, where Alex and Michael played during their Ireland trip in July. The guys give some predictions on the conditions and field (12:43). In Tuned In, Michael is enjoying a reprieve from Savannah's scorching summer, while Alex is catching up on Ted Lasso (15:59). This week's guest is David Erdy, a professional golfer who, along with his wife and past guest Kristin , make videos on instagram. David chats about what it's like grinding it out to make it in golf, and what makes his content so good (18:30). College football is back, and as usual with Week 1, there was some major fireworks and major upsets (42:08). The NFL is getting ready to return this week, and Alex and Michael consider their team's chances of starting with a win (44:34). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares what he ate during his birthday weekend, while Michael shares what he enjoyed at some new Savannah eateries, and off his own grill to celebrate Labor Day (46:39). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 29, 2023

This week, Viktor Hovland gets a giant payday, Professional Bull Rider for the Austin Gamblers, Austin Richardson chats with Alex, and Michael is getting ready for the hurricane. The TOUR Championship was only exciting to see how low Hovland would go as he claims the season finale and the big 18 million dollar check (1:57). The guys take a look back on the PGA TOUR season and who claim Player of the Year between Rahm, Scheffler, McIlory, and Hovland (4:34). On the ladies circuit, Megan Khang claims victory in Canada after 191 career starts, and the US Solheim Cup names their final members, who Alex may have suggested to team captain Stacy Lewis back in January (6:13). This week's Champions Tour event looked to be in Paul Goydos' hands, until he took five putts on the 72nd green (8:24). This week on our YouTube Channel, our video of our time at the European Club is live, and this weekend we'll post our video of our time in the South East of Ireland, including a round at Rosslare (9:42). Donald Trump announced winning his club's Senior Championship with a 67, but the guys wonder what he really shot (10:56). The PGA Tour may be taking a break, but the DP World Tour is at a beautiful course in the Swiss Alps for the European Masters ahead of the Irish Open next week at the K Club in Dublin (11:41). In Tuned In, Michael is watching out for Hurricane Idalia as it bears down on Florida and eventually Savannah, while Alex is watching the rise of past guest Mitch Rossell (12:45). This week's guest is Austin Richardson, a member of the PBR's Austin Gamblers. Austin chats with Alex about the details that make a good bull rider, what it was like to ride an entire season with a broken collarbone, and his favorite Texas BBQ (15:30). College football is back with a bang after Notre Dame took it to Navy in Dublin, Ireland (37:30). The Little League World Series ended with a bang as California blasted their way to victory with a walk-off home run (38:42). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about Alex's big birthday weekend food plans (40:16). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 22, 2023

Viktor Hovland went full beast mode on Sunday at the BMW Championship, Michael is starting to watch the Atlantic for hurricanes, and Alex chats with the CEO of Golf, Remec Carlson. The BMW Championship was Scottie Scheffler's until Viktor Hovland posted a 28 on the back 9 to claim the second event of the FedEx Cup Playoffs (2:11). In Northern Ireland, the LPGA and DP World Tour played synchronous events and had an amazing finish for the ladies as a new winner took the crown on her 19th birthday (6:41). Be on the lookout for a new video on our YouTube channel covering our wet and windy round at The European Club in Ireland (8:36). The FedEx Cup Playoffs conclude at East Lake for the TOUR Championship, and Alex and Michael share their favorites in the 30-man field (9:50). In Tuned In, Michael is watching the Atlantic as hurricane season heats up, while Alex gives his review of the blockbuster Barbie (13:28). This week's guest is Remec Carlson, known as the CEO of Golf, who shares some behind the scenes stories of making videos for YouTube, and his favorite nineteenth holes in Ireland and the States (16:39). College football is back, and its starting, in all places, in Dublin, Ireland (43:39). Alex's Red Sox swept Michael's Yankees this weekend, but their both still at the bottom of the pile (44:29). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about Fall as Alex enjoys the season's marquee drink and Michael's house starts to smell of apples... even though it's still 95 degrees out (45:17). Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 15, 2023

A white hot Lucas Glover is putting the FedEx Cup Playoffs on notice, and the PBR's Michael Gaffney chats with Alex about the adventure that is professional bull riding. All that plus a review of Barbie on this week's podcast, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. Lucas Glover went from outside of the top 100 in the FedEx Cup, to #4 after back-to-back wins. Michael asks Alex if he should make the Ryder Cup team (2:03). Excerpts from a new book reveal the depths of Phil Mickelson's gambling, and its even worse than we thought (which was already pretty bad) (8:07). The LPGA wrapped up their major season with The AIG Women's Open, and American Lilia Vu bookended the season with victories, becoming the first US woman to win two majors in a season in an awfully long time (11:39). New videos are popping up on DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/1437411449 Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 8, 2023

Our audio diary adventures of our time in Ireland come to a conclusion in this week's special episode. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell recap the final days of golf and travel, with conversations with some of the game's finest. Big thanks to Tourism Ireland and Golf Ireland for inviting us out and taking care of us during the trip. Our Wednesday in Ireland may have featured wind and rain, but The European Club was a crown jewel on the Irish Sea. We recap the amazing day, and feature some sound bites from the infamous Pat Ruddy (2:28). Thursday featured no golf, but some amazing sights across South East Ireland including the Dunbrody Famine Ship, Hook Lighthouse, and Johnstown Castle (22:42). We finished the week at Rosslare Golf Links on the southeast tip of the Emerald Isle, and chatting with the Head Pro, Jamie O'Sullivan (35:22). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: https://podfollow.com/the-course-of-life Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 1, 2023

For the next two weeks, Alex and Michael will recap their incredible trip to Ireland with their audio journals and interviews with club personal and a PGA TOUR winner. Big thanks to Tourism Ireland and Golf Ireland for inviting us out and taking care of us during the trip. The week started at The Royal Dublin Golf Club, Ireland's second oldest golf club, and an on the course chat with Club Captain John Pardy (2:22). The K Club, home of the 2006 Ryder Cup, the 2016 Irish Open and the upcoming Irish Opens in 2023, 2025, and 2027. Alex chatted with course General Manager Paul Heery, Irish Open Tournament Director Paul Gillman, and 2-time PGA TOUR winner Seamus Power (15:38). Make sure to tune in next week for the conclusion of our audio diary, including chats with The European Club's architect Pat Ruddy, and a day exploring off the course in Ireland's Ancient East. Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3fdoQed Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 25, 2023

Recorded several days early, hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell give their early thoughts on the Open Championship, plus share their exciting itinerary they are currently experiencing this week in Ireland. Just because we recorded this early doesn't mean Alex doesn't crown a champion for the Open. Hint: it's not a player (1:46). The guys break down the exciting week they're in the middle of, thanks to Tourism Ireland, including a round at the 2006 Ryder Cup course, The K Club (5:22). The TOUR heads to the 3M Open next, where it's a sleepy field but the real estate next to the course is fire (11:16). In Tuned In, Michael is watching the original Justified with Timothy Olyphant, while Alex is choosing his early favorites for the Emmys (12:58). This week's conversation is the one that started it all. David Connellan of Golf Ireland and Tourism Ireland chatted with Alex back in January at the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, and it's only fitting to be reminded of what we dreamed about experiencing back than that we're getting in droves now (15:05). Alex is ready for the start of the NFL Preseason, while Michael wonders if his Giants or Alex's Patriots have a better chance of making the playoffs (39:25). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about what's going in our mouths in Ireland (41:22). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3fdoQed Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 18, 2023

Rory McIlroy just wins all these Open tournaments, plus new revelations in the PGA/LIV merger, Hollywood movie blockbusters, and New Lady Golfer Alissa Kacar. Hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. Rory McIlroy rallied to win his first Scottish Open, claiming yet another Open style championship, and perhaps peaking too soon for next week's Open Championship at Royal Liverpool (1:51)? The other PGA event was the Barbasol Championship, where birdies were plentiful and a playoff got us a brand new champion (5:36). The LPGA Tour has a new rising star in high schooler Mia Hammond (7:02). Steph Curry showed off and celebrated all over Lake Tahoe in the ACC Championship (8:41). The Congressional hearings over the PGA/LIV merger produced new revelations about the early negotiations, including memberships to Augusta and team ownership and playing commitments from the GOAT (11:09). The Open Championship wraps up the major season at Royal Liverpool this weekend, and many players are in peak form as the golfing world descends on Hoylake (13:57). In Tuned In, Michael was watching the upsets and new champions at Wimbledon, while Alex was wondering which of the summer's biggest Blockbuster's would be worth it (17:32). This week's guest is Alissa Kacar, better known as New Lady Golfer on social media. Alissa shares updates to her golf game, breaking 80 for the first time, and shares important Ireland travel and golf tips with Alex as the guys prepare for their trip next week (21:51). Alex went down the wormhole this weekend, finding himself enamored with XIAOMA and Chess Grand Masters (51:53). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's a review of Outback Steakhouse for Alex, Savannah's world renowned The Olde Pink House for Michael, and expectant airplane food (53:14). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3fdoQed Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 11, 2023

The women showed off at Pebble Beach, the men went low at TP Deere Run, everyone flocks to Threads, and Elizabeth Diane Veith gives us some golf travel tips. Hosted, as always, by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. The guys went low at the John Deere Classic, where Straka was on track for a 58 (1:51). The women went to Pebble Beach for the US Women's Open, and did not disappoint, with a new LPGA winner claiming the major championship (3:55). The DP World Tour was in Denmark were a pain of twins looked awfully good over the weekend (6:36). LIV Golf was in London, where Cam Smith looked good as he looks to defend at The Open, but the fireworks came from Brooks Koepka's comments about teammate Matthew Wolff (7:30). The PGA TOUR has a double feature week, but the eyes are all at the Genesis Scottish Open (10:57). The Barbasol Championship will produce one more entrant to The Open Championship, so don't sleep on this tournament this weekend for drama (13:20). In Tuned In, Michael is going hard into the new Threads app, and Alex has already binged season 2 of The Bear (14:19). This week's guest is Elizabeth Diane Veith, who returns to the podcast to share her favorite California courses, and give Alex some important travel tips to use as he prepares for a trip to Ireland (17:52). All eyes were on Wembanyama-mania as the NBA Summer League got started in Las Vegas (49:42). Baseball is in the All-Star break, and Alex and Michael share thoughts on their teams first halves (50:44). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about McDonald's catering weddings, and if Austin, TX has an authentic Irish pub (52:30). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3fdoQed Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 4, 2023

Rickie Fowler returns to form, Bernhard Langer wins again, and Reggie Duvalsaint tells us what it's like working at almost every MLB and NFL stadium. Hosted, as always, by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. Rickie Fowler lets out a sigh of relief after finally returning to the winner's circle at the Rocket Mortgage, giving Alex his second consecutive winner and 8th of the year (1:55). Bernhard Langer took his 46th Champions Tour win this weekend, becoming the winningest played in Champions Tour history, and claiming his second US Senior Open (7:03). The LPGA is headed to Pebble Beach for the US Women's Open, and Alex shares his top pick after looking through the odds (9:19). The PGA TOUR heads to TPC Deere Run for the typically quiet field at the John Deere Classic (10:47). In Tuned In, Michael found a new HGTV show that showcases the ugliest homes in America, and Alex gives his review of the new Jennifer Lawrence movie No Hard Feelings (12:26). As the guys get read for their trip to Ireland, Alex asks is Michael is ready for all the different things they'll encounter across the pond (15:17). This week's guest is Reggie Duvalsaint, who has set the goal of selling concessions at every MLB and NFL Stadium. He chats with Alex about how it all started, how many he has left, and who tips the best (19:01). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex quizzes Michael on an Irish food treasure, while Michael wants to know where Alex keeps his ketchup (36:08). Support our friends! Save 10% on a Phone Caddy, Swing Aide Tumbler, and everything else with promo code COURSEOFLIFE at DesertFoxGolf.com Make sure to check out our weekly Live Takes on the LIVETAKE app, available on your phone's App Store. Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3fdoQed Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 27, 2023

A New England native wins its only PGA TOUR event, the guys announce an exciting golf trip for July, and golf course architect Tripp Davis shares the ins and outs of designing a course. Hosted, as always, but Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. Keagan Bradley coasts to victory at The Travelers, winning in his native New England, as Scheffler and McIlroy continue their Top 10 performances (1:54). The KMPG Women's PGA Championship featured Sunday fireworks as Ruoning Yin becomes the second Chinese woman to win a LPGA major (6:35). The guys are beyond excited as they prepare to head to Dublin for a week of golf at the end of July, thanks to Tourism Ireland (8:04). The PGA TOUR heads to Detroit for the Rocket Mortgage Classic, a quiet event that sometimes results in a new PGA TOUR winner (11:59). In Tuned In, Michael caught the new Wes Anderson film Asteroid City , while Alex shares the highlights of his annual trip to Austin Comic-Con (13:49). This week's guest is Tripp Davis, a golf course architect who chatted with Alex about the process of designing a course, what he looks for in a great course, and his passion for his alma mater Oklahoma (17:18). The baseball world is atwitter after David Ortiz's gag gift to Derek Jeter for joining the MLB on FOX crew (53:17). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is prepping Michael for all the different Ireland eats they'll encounter in their trip (54:59). We're been proudly using Zencastr to record our podcast since the beginning. Use our special link https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Listen + Love + Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3fdoQed Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 20, 2023

A new Major Champion in crowned, a look into a new sports debate app, and great food in Charleston. All on this week's podcast hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. The weekend's US Open featured all the stars you'd expect, and a winner you probably didn't. Alex and Michael recap the performances from the favorites, and the seemingly unmotivated crowds at LACC (1:26). The LPGA was in action ahead of their next major, where Ireland's Leona Maguire took a win at the Meijer LPGA Classic after finishing second the previous two years (9:06). The PGA TOUR now heads to Connecticut for the Traveler's Championship, a designated event, which will include a lot of the star power we just saw on the West Coast (10:43). In Tuned In, Michael is sharing his trip to the Charleston Tea Farm, while Alex is getting frustrated at every mispronouncing our alma mater , Quinnipiac (13:13). This week's guest is Chris Salisbury, the founder and CEO of our newest partner, Livetake. Chris let's us know why he created the Livetake app, and shares some of his hot takes on the most debated sports opinions (17:36). Alex gloats again after his Boston Red Sox sweep Michael's New York Yankees (37:08). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex enjoys the newest golf course food at the turn: pizza. Meanwhile, Michael shares his favorite dinner from his Charleston trip from the restaurant Muse (38:28). Listen + Love + Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3fdoQed Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 13, 2023

The golf world was shocked when the PGA TOUR and the PIF announced the merger of the men's golfing tours, and PGA TOUR golfer Dylan Wu comes on the podcast to share his insight and what happened in the player's meeting with Jay Monahan. Hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. News nobody saw coming shocked the world on Tuesday as Jay Monahan and Yassir Al-Rumayyanto announced a merging of the PGA TOUR, DP World Tour, and PIF's golf investments, including LIV Golf. Alex and Michael break down what this all means (1:41). The RBC Canadian Open tried to overtake the news from earlier in the week, and Nick Taylor's 72 foot putt to win the Open for Canada for the first time in 69 years was awfully good (5:39). The LPGA saw a major champion return to the winner's circle in Ashleigh Buhai (10:22). The PGA TOUR now heads to LA Country Club for the US Open, where all the top golfers are there and the Californians may have the advantage (11:30). In Tuned In, Michael shares a puppy update, while Alex is watching a former podcast guest and country music star take America's Got Talent by storm (14:39). Alex chats with PGA TOUR golfer Dylan Wu, who returns to the podcast to share his feelings on the PGA & LIV merger, what it was like in the player's meeting at the RBC Canadian Open, and more. Plus, Dylan let's us know what it was liking during golf's longest day as he qualified for the US Open, and his amazing European honeymoon (17:00). Alex gloats to Michael about the Red Sox beating the Yankees, but the AL East is so good does it even matter (43:47)? The guy's alma mater Quinnipiac Bobcats celebrate their hockey National Championship at the White House (45:13). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is remembering Michael Jordan's flu game and the pizza that caused it, while Michael is preparing for some good food in Charleston (46:06). Listen + Love + Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3fdoQed Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 7, 2023

It all happened so suddenly. Hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell jumped to their microphones to record this Breaking News Special as the golf world learns on the PGA TOUR, DP World Tour, and PIF merger. Listen + Love + Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3fdoQed Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 6, 2023

Hovland wins at Jack's place, the Rose 🌹 wins in New York, and LPGA star Emma Talley highlight this week's podcast. Hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. Viktor Hovland finally won somewhere other than a resort course, and may finally be getting Major ready with his playoff win at the Memorial (1:32). After the W, Viktor didn't take a day off, as he helped out a friend during the longest day in golf (4:27). Phil is continuing his scorched Earth approach on Twitter, as he now turns his attention to Rory McIlroy (5:24). The LPGA has a brand new star, as this year's ANWA Champion Rose Zhang took a playoff victory at Liberty National in New York. Michael asks is Rose is the LPGA's new Tiger Woods (8:01). The DP World Tour may have a new Rory, as a 20-year old Irishman won in Germany with a similar history to the Major Champion (11:34). The PGA TOUR heads to the RBC Canadian Open, where Rory looks to 3-peat, but Alex thinks some Canadians may finally have a chance (12:56). In Tuned In, Michael's wife finally gave him a chance to play the new "Zelda" game, while Alex was out-and-about including visiting a coffee beer garden (15:07). This week's guest is Emma Talley, who Alex caught up with at the Chevron Championship. Emma shares how she landed a Hawaiian wedding during the worst possible week, and they take a deep dive into her putting (17:29). Alex shares some exciting off-season QB updates for Michael, a tease of his RunYouPool.com article out this week (33:11). In a new segment we're calling "Worm Hole of the Week," Alex shares how he got down the hole and landed at Vegas card counting (34:11). As the guys #ALwaysEndWithFood, Alex and Michael share some meat adventures including Buffalo Schnitzel and a Short Rib Hot Plate with a wonderful corn bread (35:57). isten + Love + Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3fdoQed Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 30, 2023

Colonial didn't disappoint, Michael meets a 3-time Oscar winner, and Alex chats with the LPGA's Lauren Stephenson. All on this week's new episode. The Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial didn't disappoint, going to a playoff for the third year in a row. Grillo takes victory, while Michael Block loses his fan club (1:48). The Senior Circuit was also in the DFW area for the KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship, which also needed a playoff for Steve Stricker to claim his 6th Senior Major championship (7:51). The LPGA's Match Play event was in Las Vegas, where an international lineup was featured in the finale (9:54). The PGA TOUR now heads to Jack's Place: Muirfield CC for The Memorial, which will include all of the Top 5 players in the World (11:38). In Tuned In, Michael is still besides himself after meeting a 3-time Oscar Winner during his volunteer trip, and Alex is catching some behind the scenes videos on YouTube (14:43). This week's guest is LPGA Professional Lauren Stephenson, who Alex caught up with at the Chevron Championship in April. Lauren shares what it was like growing up in the Low Country, and what it's like to be planning her wedding during the LPGA season (19:18). While the podcast was recorded before the Boston Celtic's pivotal game 7, Michael makes Alex give some reactions with the two possible outcomes in the Eastern Conference Finals (36:02). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is wondering what's the best way to eat a hot dog, while Michael is sharing his hot take on Crumble Cookie vs Insomnia Cookie (37:24). Listen + Love + Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3fdoQed Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 23, 2023

The PGA Championship, an expected encounter with an Oscar-winner, and Upload star Robbie Amell on this week's CoL hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. The guys recorded super early this week, but that won't stop them from guessing at all the great storylines from the PGA Championship, including skinny Bryson and colorful Viktor (1:23). The PGA TOUR heads next to Colonial for the Charles Schwab Challenge, where guys hit five irons off par-4s (6:25). In Tuned In, Michael shares why this episode was recorded so early, and the anticipation of meeting a 3-time Oscar winner, and Alex give us an update on his timeless song list (7:12). This week's guest is actor Robbie Amell, known for his role in the Amazon Prime series Upload . Robbie chats with Alex about his golf game, what to expect in season 3 of the show, and the two have a deep conversation about golf in the afterlife (12:48). Alex gives some predictions for the NBA Playoffs, as early indications show a Laker-less finals (38:04). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is marveling at the Chili's To-Go catered wedding, while Michael has discovered yellow Sriracha (38:47). Listen + Love + Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3fdoQed Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 16, 2023

A warm-up to a major produced a feel-good return to the winner's circle for an Aussie, plus a look ahead at the PGA Championship, and an LPGA star and former PGA Professional Champion on this week's podcast, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. The AT&T Byron Nelson produced low score and the first win for Australian and former PGA Champion Jason Day since 2018 (2:05). Oak Hill hosts the 2023 PGA Championship, where the PGA TOUR and LIV Golf clash once again for one of golf's biggest prizes. Alex and Michael share some of their favorites and sleepers to look out for during the weekend in Rochester, NY (6:59). In Tuned In, Michael is watching his wife play the new Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom game, while Alex is compiling a list of transcendent musical hits (14:28). Annie Park, the 2018 ShopRite LGPA Classic champion, chatted with Alex from the Chevron Championship last month, sharing what it was like to win back in 2018, her favorite Dallas food scenes, and she makes her Buccees food treat pick (19:00). The 2022 PGA Professional Champion, Jesse Mueller, chats with Alex from the 2023 PGA Professional Championship about what it was like to win in 2022, the basketball scene at Grand Canyon University, and why he keeps his wife Jessie on the bag (37:03). The Boston Celtics broken the curse of the Garden, all thanks to Alex (or so he says), meaning it's on to the Eastern Conference Finals (54:59). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his Italian feast for his wedding anniversary, while Michael shares his beautiful white chocolate blueberry cake he made this weekend (57:05). Listen + Love + Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3fdoQed Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 9, 2023

A brand new winner on the PGA TOUR in Charlotte, TV watching at 20,000ft, and the West Texas Driving Range Pro highlight this week's episode, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. The Wells Fargo Championship produced a new winner in Wyndham Clark, who outplayed top players Xander Schaffle and defending Champ Max Homa to take home a multi-million dollar prize (1:52). Alex shares what it was like watching the Wells Fargo from a massive Vegas sports book which included a wrap-around TV (4:31). The LPGA brought back an amazing international team golf format, which Alex and Michael are begging to be brought to the PGA as well (6:21). The TOUR heads to Texas for the AT&T Byron Nelson, where K.H. Lee looks to do a three-peat over the local guys playing before the PGA Championship (8:34). In Tuned In, Michael caught the new John Mulaney Netflix special, Baby J , while Alex is wondering what everyone is watching when flying on a plane (10:17). Derek Gutierrez was the host of the 2023 PGA Professional Championship at the Twin Warriors and Santa Ana Golf Clubs at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya, where Alex caught up with him about what it's like to have such a big event at his courses (14:05). JJ Killeen, better known on Twitter as "The West Texas Driving Range Pro," chats with Alex about playing professional golf, creating a golf course from scratch, and the LIV Golf drama (24:30). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares highlights from his Vegas food vacation, while Michael laments the high costs of a burger (50:38). Listen + Love + Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3fdoQed Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 2, 2023

A Mexican shootout, Seinfeld Econ lessons, a bartender from paradise, and the LPGA's Bam Bam. All this week with hosts Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. Tony Finau birdie his way to victory at the Mexico Open at Vidanta, holding off a surging Jon Rahm who did surprisingly poorly in his title defense (1:59) LIV Golf produced a repeat winner in Taylor Gooch, who will be the topic on conversation in a future interview on the pod (4:38). The LPGA's JM EAGLE LA Championship was still ongoing at record time, but several past guests (Cheyenne Knight and Gemma Dryburg) were near the top of the leaderboard (5:35). Alex made a trip to New Mexico for the PGA Professional Championship, held at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya's Twin Warriors and Santa Ana Golf Courses, where Alex and Michael visited last year. Alex shares updates from the course and teases some upcoming interviews (6:20). The PGA TOUR heads to Charlotte for the Wells Fargo Championship, where Max Homa is looking to a third win at Quail Hallow (8:51). In Tuned In, Michael is enjoying some Seinfeld economics, while Alex is being forced into partially cutting the cable cord (10:49). Wells Adams is our first guest the week. Best known as the bartender on The Bachelor in Paradise , Alex chats with Wells to get some behind the scenes stories, plus what it was like to get Master's tickets for his birthday from wife Sarah Hyland (15:01). Our second guest is Brittany Lincicome, one of the LPGA's biggest stars. Brittany chats with Alex from the Chevron Championship about how she prepares for a new course, what it was like to shoot under par in a PGA TOUR event, and circus of traveling around the country with her family (38:47). The NFL Draft wrapped up last week, and while Alex isn't too happy with his Patriots, Michael's Giants had a fantastic draft (54:50). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his very adult plans for his upcoming trip to Las Vegas, including an expensive dinner at Gordon Ramsey's Hells Kitchen (56:49). Listen + Love + Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3fdoQed Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 25, 2023

Four different guests make an appearance on this week's CoL, hosted by Alex Lauzon and Michael Russell. In New Orleans, a best friend duo claim their first PGA TOUR win together at the team golf Zurich Classic (2:30). In Australia, LIV Golf "made history" with a hole in one from that other Koepka (5:48). Alex was all over Texas last week, including a trip to the LPGA Chevron Classic, where Lilia Vu claimed her first Major and LPGA victory (8:08). Then Alex headed to the PGA TOUR Champions Invited Celebrity Classic, where he chatted with Tennis Pro Jack Sock and last year's celebrity champion Mardy Fish (10:28). For his next adventure, Alex is headed back to a CoL favorite for a professional event with Major implications (17:45). The PGA TOUR heads south for the Mexico Open at Vidanta, where it's Jon Rahm vs the field in a lopsided event (18:49). In Tuned In, Michael is binging Ted Lasso so he can finally watch the final season, while Alex is enjoying some restored footage of 1911 New York City thanks to a TV problem (21:32). Out first featured guest was last on the podcast just after winning her first LPGA Tour event. Gemma Dryburgh chats with Alex from the Chevron about what's happened since her victory, what her fancy toilet is like from Toto, and she chooses a Buc-ees snack to take home (24:23). Our second guest is a Boston legend, former Red Sox and World Series Champion Kevin Millar. Kevin chats with Alex from the Invited Celebrity Classic about what it was like to win it all in 2004, and he shares a personal message to co-host and Yankees fan Michael (33:50). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is reveling in his massive Buc-ees eating week thanks to his road trips across the state of Texas (45:15). Listen + Love + Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3fdoQed Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 18, 2023

An incredible Sunday at Harbour Town, loving on Boston, and an NFL Draft preview on this week's podcast. The RBC Heritage didn't disappoint as a designated event, with a Sunday showdown between Jordan "Heartbreak" Spieth, Matt "Winner" Fitzpatrick, and Patrick "Slow Play" Cantlay. Too bad Rory wasn't there (1:57). The LPGA featured a rookie winner at the Lottee Championship, and Alex asks Michael to pronounce one player's difficult name (9:06). Alex is prepping for his whirlwind day at the Chevron Championship, the LPGA's first major, which will include interviews with many of the LPGA's best (10:35). The PGA TOUR heads to New Orleans for the Zurich Classic, a unique event where plays are in 2-man teams, and one team is making Michael and Alex wonder what year it is (12:46). In Tuned In, the guys are remembering what makes Patriots Day so great in Boston, while Michael is also soaking in some funny New England themed videos and Alex is catching Air in theaters (14:49). As the NFL Draft approaches next week, our resident expert Cole Thompson comes back to give us his predictions on what to expect across the NFL (19:33). Boston is all-in on the Celtics and Bruins, but are Michael and Alex ready to be the bandwagon fair-weather fans they usually are? (49:43). As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex made a trip to Buc-ees to get some food to give away to the LPGA player's he'll see at the Chevron, and wants Michael to guess what'll go first and what'll go last (51:51). Listen + Love + Subscribe: http://bit.ly/3fdoQed Read Alex’s Picks on Run Your Pool: https://www.runyourpool.com/articles/author/alexlauzon/ Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Support our friends! Use our special link - https://zen.ai/thecourseoflife - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Watch us on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3qvq4Dt Listen + Love + Subscribe: www.courseoflifepodcast.com Support the First Tee - Greater Austin: https://bit.ly/3n09U4I Join us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2NpEIKJ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2QJhZLQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices