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Local Knowledge

The best golf stories have multiple layers to them. In each episode, Local Knowledge dives deep into a subject golfers want to know about, whether it’s about the game they play, the competition at the highest level, or the surprising ways golf factors into larger conversations throughout society. Hosts Alex Myers, Keely Levins, Shane Ryan and Sam Weinman weave together original interviews, Golf Digest reporting, and additional elements to tell the type of compelling stories that have been a Golf

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00:37:07

Open Championship review: Francesco Molinari's win,...

Local Knowledge ·

2018/07/23

Alex Myers, Hally Leadbetter and Ryan Herrington wrap up a frenetic Sunday from Carnoustie, where Francesco Molinari claimed his first major title in impressive fashion, holding off Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy and others. They also talk Jordan Spieth's collapse and look ahead to the PGA.

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00:36:56

Open Championship Preview: Tiger, Spieth & Rory's...

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2018/07/17

Golf Digest's Ryan Herrington checks in from Carnoustie to fill in Alex Myers and Sam Weinman on the the baked-out conditions, assess Tiger Woods' chances, and identify a couple of sleepers to pick in the season's third major.

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00:59:52

Kevin Na on his "unusual ratio," his slow-play rep,...

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2018/07/13

Two-time PGA Tour winner Kevin Na talks to Alex Myers about his emotional win at the Greenbrier, his unusual career path, and trying to make a first Ryder Cup team. Also, Sam Weinman and Keely Levins join Alex to discuss the PGA Tour's revamped schedule, a tour pro finding a caddie on Twitter, and Tony Romo's big golf win.

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00:42:20

David Toms on his Senior Open win, Tiger Woods' new...

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2018/07/03

U.S. Senior Open champ David Toms talks to Sam Weinman about his first win on the 50-and-over circuit, and its eery similarities to his landmark win in the 2001 PGA. Also, Alex Myers checks in with Sam and Keely Levins from his big golf trip to talk about his driver yips, Tiger Woods' latest strong showing, and another cheating controversy.

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00:57:10

Upgrading your golf trip, Bubba Watson as Hall of...

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2018/06/26

The secret keys to a great golf trip, from format to food. Also, Alex Myers, Keely Levins and Sam Weinman debate Bubba Watson's worthiness as a Hall of Famer, and whether Bryson DeChambeau's use of a compass actually works.

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00:38:14

U.S. Open Wrap-up: Brooks goes back-to-back, Phil's...

Local Knowledge ·

2018/06/18

In the aftermath of a wild U.S. Open, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Ryan Herrington break down the big happenings at Shinnecock Hills, including Brooks Koepka's impressive title defense, Phil Mickelson's temporary insanity, and whether the USGA went too far with another treacherous Shinnecock setup.

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00:44:08

Report from Shinneock: Mini-tour pro Mike Miller,...

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2018/06/16

Mini-tour pro Mike Miller joins the podcast to talk about his experience playing in his second U.S. Open. Plus, Alex Myers, Joel Beall, and Christopher Powers discuss Dustin Johnson's strong start, and the trouble had by (seemingly) everyone else.

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00:45:33

Sergio Garcia on Shinnecock, changing diapers, and...

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2018/06/13

Sergio Garcia talks to Alex Myers about life as a new father and his chances this week in the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills. Also Myers, Sam Weinman, Ryan Herrington, and Christopher Powers check in from Shinnecock to assess the golf course and try to predict who it might favor.

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01:13:00

Brad Faxon talks all things Shinnecock in our 2018...

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2018/06/11

Brad Faxon joins Golf Digest's Alex Myers, Joel Beall and Ryan Herrington to talk about Shinnecock Hills and all the key storylines in advance of the 2018 U.S. Open

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01:14:04

U.S. Open odds with a Vegas insider

Local Knowledge ·

2018/06/07

Noted Las Vegas oddsmaker Jeff Sherman joins Alex Myers to talk about the future of gambling in golf in light of the recent Supreme Court ruling, the challenge of handicapping Tiger Woods, and the golfer who draws the most action.

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01:18:26

John Smoltz, Bryson DeChambeau's next big step, and a...

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2018/06/06

Baseball Hall of Famer John Smoltz talks to Alex Myers about qualifying for the U.S. Senior Open, the gang revisits Byrson DeChambeau's Memorial win, and Keely Levins describes her wild week covering Ariya Jutanugarn's win in the U.S. Women's Open.

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00:57:48

Aaron Wise, the rising appeal of college golf, and...

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2018/05/30

Rookie Aaron Wise, fresh off his win in the AT&T Byron Nelson, joins the pod to talk about his heady first season and his awkward celebration with his girlfriend. Plus Ryan Herrington enlightens Alex Myers and Sam Weinman on the intricacies of college golf, and the gang looks ahead to Tiger Woods' return at the Memorial.

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01:11:36

John Feinstein on Ryder Cup intrigue, schedule...

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2018/05/22

Best-selling author and Golf Digest contributing writer John Feinstein joins Alex Myers, Sam Weinman, and Keely Levins to discuss the changing PGA Tour schedule, the surprisingly thoughtful note he received from Patrick Reed, and the most important takeaway from the sad Lucas Glover story. The gang also discusses Aaron Wise's impressive win in the Byron Nelson, the good and bad of Trinity Forest, and looks ahead to the Fort Worth Invitational.

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01:12:27

Webb Simpson caddie Paul Tesori, surviving TPC, and...

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2018/05/16

Paul Tesori played 21 events on the PGA Tour, but has made a far bigger impact as one of the premier caddies in the game, winning 20 times alongside the likes of Webb Simpson, Vijay Singh, and Jerry Kelly. Tesori joins Alex Myers, Sam Weinman and Keely Levins to discuss the long road back to the winner's circle for he and Simpson, some tense exchanges during difficult times, and sharing a hotel room with the boss. Also the gang makes picks for this week's Byron Nelson played at the new Trinity

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01:42:08

Willy Wilcox, Players hot topics, and Jason Day’s...

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2018/05/09

Tour pro Willy Wilcox talks about getting scolded by Tiger Woods, getting a nickname from Drake, and his famed hole-in-one on No. 17 at TPC Sawgrass. Also, Alex Myers, Keely Levins and Joel Beall discuss Jason Day's historic putting performance, a Tiger Woods first, and their picks to win the Players Championship.

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01:06:34

Former NHLer Ryan Whitney, alternate golf formats,...

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2018/05/02

Retired NHL defenseman turned podcaster and avid golfer Ryan Whitney talks golf in the hockey culture. Also, Alex Myers, Sam Weinman and Joel Beall discuss team formats, a joint PGA Tour and LPGA event, walk-up music fails, and their picks for the Wells Fargo Championship.

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00:38:08

Fantasy Fix: 2018 Zurich Classic of New Orleans

Local Knowledge ·

2018/04/25

Alex Myers, Stephen Hennessey and Christopher Powers talk all things Zurich Classic as they explore their favorite two-man teams in this revamped PGA Tour event. Jonas Blixt and Cameron Smith (shown) are defending their title, but the duos that have our guys' eyes include Patrick Reed and Patrick Cantlay, Justin Rose and Henrik Stenson, and Rory Sabbatini and John Daly. Come for the picks and stay for the breakdown of the walk-up music that select teams will be sporting as their arrive at the first

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00:24:35

Episode 132: Jimmy Walker

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2018/04/23

Jimmy Walker, the 2016 PGA champion joins Alex Myers to discuss his ongoing battle with Lyme Disease, his recent resurgent play, and his hopes of making another U.S. Ryder Cup team.

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00:15:35

Fantasy Fix: 2018 Valero Texas Open

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2018/04/18

Joel Beall, Stephen Hennessey and Christopher Powers are back to break down the fantasy options for this week's Valero Texas Open. The guys discuss the most obvious pick at TPC San Antonio (Charley Hoffman, who owns the AT&T Oaks course), while also exploring some other safe bets and sleepers to consider.

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00:31:04

Episode 131: The amazing story of 'Caddyshack'

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2018/04/18

One of the great misconceptions is that the golf comedy 'Caddyshack' was a hit right from the start. It wasn't. The script was a mess, there was infighting among cast members, and almost everyone on the set was high on something. Chris Nashawaty, author of a new book, 'Caddyshack: The Making of a Hollywood Cinderella Story' joins Sam Weinman in studio to tell the intricate story of how the film came together, and how it grew over time into the iconic film it is today.

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