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The Normal Sport Show

The Normal Sport Show is our attempt to bring about some order to the weirdest sport in the world. A game in which crocodiles traipse the playing field on a semi-regular basis. A game in which if you don’t keep your own statistics (and everyone else’s) correctly, you’re ejected from the event. A game in which pool noodles are used as practice props, and nobody blinks an eye.We take a few of these oddities and try to juxtapose them with the beauty of the game to create a world that will hopefully

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86:20

Five things that have surprised us so far in 2026 –...

The Normal Sport Show ·

2026/04/21

What’s been the most surprising part of the 2026 golf season so far? Kyle and Dylan Dethier break down five unexpected storylines—from breakout stars and shifting power dynamics to the future of pro golf itself. Along the way, they also get into media trends, AI’s impact on sports writing, and how the job of covering golf is changing faster than ever.Topics include:The rise of new contenders on the PGA TourWhy the “third star” in golf is still up for grabsThe evolving dominance of the game’s biggest

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73:28

Five things we changed our minds about at the 2026...

The Normal Sport Show ·

2026/04/15

Fresh off the Masters Tournament, Kyle Porter is joined by Joseph LaMagna to break down five things this year’s tournament completely changed their minds about.From being on the ground at Augusta National Golf Club to rewatching the broadcast, this episode is less about results—and more about what the Masters reveals about players, courses, and the future of the game. They get into:Why Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler are in a tier of their ownHow Augusta exposes weaknesses no other course canWhy

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67:40

Recapping Rory's second Masters victory – Episode #21

The Normal Sport Show ·

2026/04/13

A wild weekend at Augusta… just not the one we thought we were getting. Kyle Porter is on the ground at Augusta National Golf Club, breaking down a bizarre, emotional, and at times subdued Sunday at the Masters Tournament with Hayden Martin. They get into:Why Saturday may have been crazier than SundayHow Rory McIlroy nearly lost it… and then found it againWhat it’s actually like trying to follow chaos on the course in real timeThe Justin Rose surge that felt like his tournamentThe strange,

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42:34

Takeaways from Rory McIlroy’s Record Setting Masters...

The Normal Sport Show ·

2026/04/11

Absolute chaos at Augusta. After 36 holes at the Masters Tournament, Rory McIlroy has a SIX-shot lead—and it happened in a blink. Kyle Porter and Hayden Martin react to a wild Friday, breaking down:How Rory turned a tie on the 12th tee into a runaway leadWhy this version of Rory feels completely differentThe terrifying combo of talent + experience + freedomWhether anyone (looking at you, Patrick Reed) can actually chase him downHow Augusta conditions could decide the weekendWhat this means for

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32:49

Four takeaways from the first few days of the Masters...

The Normal Sport Show ·

2026/04/08

Kyle Porter is live from Masters Tournament week alongside Hayden Martin, breaking down early-week takeaways, course conditions, and what’s actually standing out before the first round begins. They cover:Why this year’s Masters feels unusually wide openHow Rory McIlroy is somehow flying under the radarWhy Augusta National might be the biggest storyline this weekThe importance of short game vs puttingRookie storylines and surprise contendersEarly picks, groups to watch, and what Kyle’s seeing on the

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62:04

Masters Preview with Webb Simpson – Episode #18

The Normal Sport Show ·

2026/04/07

Masters week is here—and this one’s special.Kyle Porter is joined by major champion Webb Simpson for a wide-ranging conversation on Augusta National, what it really feels like to contend on Sunday, and the tiny details that make the Masters unlike anything else in golf.Webb shares:→ What makes Augusta National so deceptively difficult→ Why the Masters Tournament demands precision over perfection→ His near-miss in 2019 (and the one putt he’d take back)→ The chaos of playing alongside Tiger Woods

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52:44

Five Golfers We Would Bet Our House On Winning The...

The Normal Sport Show ·

2026/04/06

Kyle Porter and Hayden Martin each pick five golfers they’d bet everything on to win the Masters. From stars like Scottie Scheffler and Jon Rahm to riskier calls like Justin Rose, they debate form, history at Augusta, and what actually translates to winning a green jacket.📫 200K golf fans follow us on social, and 17K read our free weekly newsletter, which is handcrafted to make the daily golf fan’s personal experience of golf feel more meaningful. Sign up right here:

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63:52

Three Masters Anti-Narratives with Shane Ryan –...

The Normal Sport Show ·

2026/04/01

What narratives about the Masters are we getting wrong? Kyle is joined by Shane Ryan (Golf Digest) to break down three Masters anti-narratives—the assumptions and storylines that sound right but probably aren’t. Before that, they talk about:The evolving role of Tiger Woods in golf—and how fans should process itWhy writing is being replaced by videoHow phone culture is reshaping media (and attention spans)Shane’s ongoing “Rigamarole” challengeThen they dive into:What we misunderstand about Masters

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71:31

Checking in on the Business of Golf with Josh...

The Normal Sport Show ·

2026/03/11

Why would a company spend $30 million to sponsor a PGA Tour event?Kyle sits down with Sports Business Journal’s Josh Carpenter to break down the real economics behind golf sponsorships. From sleeve logos and hat deals to title sponsors and Pro-Am access, the business of golf is much more complicated than just putting a logo on TV. In many cases, the real value comes from something else entirely: access. Follow Josh: Twitter📫 200K golf fans follow us on social, and 17K read our free weekly

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75:46

Who are the dudes, and who has the juice? with Brody...

The Normal Sport Show ·

2026/03/04

Brody Miller from The Athletic joins the show to talk about the strange gap in golf’s next generation. For years, the sport was defined by young superstars like Rory McIlroy, Jordan Spieth, and Justin Thomas — but right now the 22–26 age range on the PGA Tour looks very different.📫 200K golf fans follow us on social, and 17K read our free weekly newsletter, which is handcrafted to make the daily golf fan’s personal experience of golf feel more meaningful. Sign up right here:

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71:34

Our Favorite Things About Golf Twitter with Jamie...

The Normal Sport Show ·

2026/02/26

Jamie Kennedy of Golf Digest joins us to talk golf Twitter — the good, the bad, and the strangely beautiful. We get into content, storytelling, stats, and how the internet changed the way we watch golf. Plus: getting hacked, Ryder Cup memories, and Jamie’s all-time equipment take.Follow Jamie:Twitter | GolfDigest.com📫 200K golf fans follow us on social, and 17K read our free weekly newsletter, which is handcrafted to make the daily golf fan’s personal experience of golf feel more meaningful. Sign

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74:04

Five Questions for Sean Martin on Chris Gotterup, the...

The Normal Sport Show ·

2026/02/12

Sean Martin of PGATour.com joins Kyle to answer five questions about books they’re reading, the similarities between Chris Gotterup and … Scottie Scheffler (?) and whether the Players is actually a major championship.📫 200K golf fans follow us on social, and 17K read our free weekly newsletter, which is handcrafted to make the daily golf fan’s personal experience of golf feel more meaningful. Sign up right here: https://www.normalsport.com/Connect with us🌎 Our website:

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91:12

Five Golf and Tennis Questions for Sean Zak – Episode...

The Normal Sport Show ·

2026/02/06

Sean Zak of Golf.com joins Kyle to answer five questions Kyle has about what it means to compare golf greats with tennis stars, what he learned from profiling Tommy Fleetwood and what the most likely outcome is for LIV Golf. At the end, they go through and discuss how many majors the biggest stars in the game are going to end up with.📫 200K golf fans follow us on social, and 17K read our free weekly newsletter, which is handcrafted to make the daily golf fan’s personal experience of golf feel more

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39:31

5 Reasons Scottie Scheffler Is As Good As Tiger Woods...

The Normal Sport Show ·

2026/01/30

Scottie Scheffler is playing unbelievable golf—and somehow, people still seem unimpressed. Kyle lays out five reasons Scottie’s current run matches (or exceeds) Tiger Woods at the same age, while Jason pushes back on what numbers can and can’t explain. It’s a conversation about dominance, boredom, legacy, and what it actually means to appreciate greatness while it’s happening.📫 200K golf fans follow us on social, and 17K read our free weekly newsletter, which is handcrafted to make the daily golf

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99:17

Who Will Be The 10 Best Golfers Over The Next 20...

The Normal Sport Show ·

2025/12/23

Brentley Romine joins The Normal Sport Show to talk about meaningful golf — from amateur championships and Q School to the stories that shape future stars long before the PGA Tour spotlight. The conversation moves through golf media, player development, and why those early moments matter more than signature events. It ends with a draft of the players we believe will define the next era of professional golf.Follow Our Guest:Brentley Romine - X & Instagram📫 200K golf fans follow us on social, and

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81:10

The Golf Things We’re Thankful For — Episode #8

The Normal Sport Show ·

2025/12/10

Kyle and Jason go full gratitude mode — and end up debating Thanksgiving food, Scotty Scheffler’s soul, and whether tennis players are the best athletes on earth. Along the way they fix the Skins Game, praise short books, and shout out some of golf’s quiet geniuses. It’s golf talk with pie crumbs on your keyboard.📫 200K golf fans follow us on social, and 17K read our free weekly newsletter, which is handcrafted to make the daily golf fan’s personal experience of golf feel more meaningful. Connect

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96:53

Jim Nantz Could be President — Episode #7

The Normal Sport Show ·

2025/11/25

What actually grows golf? James Colgan argues for opening the highlight floodgates, putting pros on YouTube, and letting curators do what leagues can’t. Kyle and Jason push on TV conflicts, attention spans, and why the majors + Ryder Cup are the only truly “must-watch” five. Stick around for the nuclear takes at the end.Follow Our Guest:X and Instagram📫 200K golf fans follow us on social, and 17K read our free weekly newsletter, which is handcrafted to make the daily golf fan’s personal experience

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92:55

6 Golf Stats That Aren't Stats But Should Be —...

The Normal Sport Show ·

2025/11/12

Kyle and LKD spend an hour building the statistical revolution golf should already have — crushed-percentage, unforced errors, momentum adjustments, Ryder Cup psychology, all of it. It’s deeply nerdy, perfectly Normal Sport, and sometimes emotional (because Rory). Jason Page joins as producer-commentator and occasional philosopher.Follow Our Guest:https://x.com/LukeKerrDineenhttps://www.instagram.com/lkd_golf/?hl=en📫 200K golf fans follow us on social, and 17K read our free weekly newsletter, which

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52:25

The Normal Sport Story — Episode #5

The Normal Sport Show ·

2025/10/30

A writer in Dallas, a designer in Amsterdam, and one WhatsApp message after the 2021 Ryder Cup—that’s how Normal Sport began. Kyle Porter and Jason Page share the wild, honest story of how it all started and what they’ve learned building a creative business that’s equal parts humor, heart, and golf.0:00:00 – Cold open: “We’re kind of doing it live.”0:01:00 – Jason lands in Texas — culture shock & big highways0:03:00 – Jason’s background: design school, illustration, and golf jumpsuits0:07:00 –

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37:44

Jason Asks Me A Bunch Of Questions – Episode #4

The Normal Sport Show ·

2025/10/15

Can data explain everything in golf? Kyle and Jason go full-nerd on strokes gained, press conference anxiety, and why golf smells like “beer, sweat, and kitty litter.” It’s the Normal Sport philosophy at work—half stats, half sentiment, all chaos.0:00 Exploring Golf Fandom and Strokes Gained Debate2:59 Understanding Strokes Gained and Its Impact on Golf Analysis8:01 Balancing Eye Test and Data in Golf Performance Analysis12:16 Navigating Press Conferences and Writing in the Golf World21:07

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