Golf Channel

Mentioned in 22 analyzed podcast episodes across 5 shows

Mentioned On

The Shotgun Start No Laying Up - Golf Podcast 3 and Out with John Middlekauff The Tony Kornheiser Show PTI

Episode Mentions

The Shotgun Start · May 19, 2026

Golf’s course renovation excesses come to the Byron Nelson, LIV’s cost cutting, and U.S. Open qualifying starts

“Broadcasts CJ Cup and other events; provides media coverage and tournament visibility”

Golf Course Renovation Economics and Excess SpendingTPC Craig Ranch $25 Million Redesign by Lanny WatkinsCJ Cup by Aaron Nelson Tournament Viability

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The Shotgun Start · May 16, 2026

Friday at the 2026 PGA Championship: A golf course debate rages on in Philadelphia

“Referenced as potential platform for future golf content and programming ideas”

PGA Championship course setup philosophy and difficulty calibrationGolf course architecture and green design impact on player performancePin placement strategy and its effect on scoring variance

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The Shotgun Start · May 11, 2026

Quail Hollow falls flat, TGL rents out to Pro Wrestling, and Early PGA thoughts

“Media outlet covering professional golf events and player narratives throughout the season”

Ryder Cup team selection and captain strategy for 2026European golf talent development and competitive advantagePGA Championship venue selection and tournament format effectiveness

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The Shotgun Start · Apr 28, 2026

LIV down bad postponing events, Trump Doral returns to Tour, and the Signature Event bubble

“Broadcast partner for multiple PGA Tour events including Cadillac Championship and regional tournaments”

LIV Golf financial sustainability and event postponementsTrump National Doral return to PGA Tour schedulePGA Tour Signature Events structure and player participation

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The Shotgun Start · Apr 27, 2026

Fitzpatrick bros take New Orleans, Nelly Korda’s dominant 3rd major, and Garage Sale tales

“Broadcast outlet for Champions Tour tape-delayed coverage featuring Mitsubishi Electric Championship”

Zurich Classic team event format and competitive legitimacyPGA Tour exemption structures and signature event accessFitzpatrick brothers' victory narrative and family golf legacy

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The Shotgun Start · Apr 22, 2026

A Conversation About Golf & Other Things with Shane Bacon

“Broadcasts Chevron Championship and other LPGA events; mentioned for coverage times and production”

St. Andrews Old Course reverse routing and design implicationsZurich Classic field quality and exemption criteriaChevron Championship relocation to Memorial Park

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 20, 2026

1148: Matty Fitz holds off Scottie, Bryson's WD and a Wild Week of LIV news

“Broadcast partner for PGA Tour events and LPGA majors”

LIV Golf funding crisis and business sustainabilityMatt Fitzpatrick's driver performance and ball speed evolutionPGA Tour competitive positioning and corporate sponsorship

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The Shotgun Start · Apr 16, 2026

The latest on LIV Golf: Will Saudi PIF continue funding after 2026?

“Broadcast outlet where Rex Hoggard reported player/vendor payment delays and funding timeline discrepancies”

PIF funding withdrawal from LIV Golf post-2026LIV Golf business model sustainability without Saudi backingBryson DeChambeau contract negotiations and leverage

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 16, 2026

1147: What is going on with LIV Golf?

“Reported players and vendors hadn't been paid for weeks; broke news of potential player non-participation”

LIV Golf funding withdrawal and league viabilitySaudi Public Investment Fund strategic pivot and domestic prioritiesPlayer contract structures and financial exposure in alternative leagues

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 15, 2026

1146: Neil Played Augusta National

“Employer of two members of Neil's playing group (Brentley Romine and Francisco)”

Augusta National course conditions and difficulty assessmentUneven lies and their impact on shot executionCaddy strategy and course management

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3 and Out with John Middlekauff · Apr 13, 2026

Go Low - 2026 Masters Reaction: Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Justin Rose, Cameron Young

“Referenced in Arnold Palmer anecdote about Palmer's investment in the channel's founding in 1993-1994”

Masters Tournament Strategy and Course DesignRory McIlroy Performance AnalysisGolf Mental Toughness and Psychological Resilience

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The Shotgun Start · Apr 10, 2026

Masters Thursday: Round One Recap from Augusta

“Media outlet mentioned for coverage and analyst Brantley Roma's involvement in reporting”

Masters Round 1 recap and scoring analysisAugusta National course setup and green firmness strategyPlayer performance analysis: Rory McIlroy, Sam Burns, Jason Day

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The Shotgun Start · Apr 7, 2026

2026 Masters preview live from Augusta

“Media partner mentioned in context of early merchandise tent access and broadcast coverage”

Masters Course Setup and Conditioning StrategyRory McIlroy's Defending Champion PsychologyScottie Scheffler's Iron Play Decline Analysis

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 6, 2026

1139: Early Augusta Notes + Lauren Wins In Vegas (and calls in!)

“Broadcast partner providing enhanced coverage with graphics, drone footage, and shot tracking technology”

Golf Course Setup and Difficulty StandardsLPGA Tour Equipment and TechnologyWomen's Professional Golf Investment

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The Shotgun Start · Apr 1, 2026

Tiger police report and decision to step away, ANWA’s quirky format, and Kelce on Masters call

“Broadcasts ANWA roaming coverage and Aramco Championship; LPGA media partner”

Tiger Woods DUI arrest and painkiller dependencePGA Tour leadership and governanceAugusta National Women's Amateur format and competitiveness

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The Shotgun Start · Mar 30, 2026

Woodland's triumph is the story of the year, DLF rumors, & the Tiger Ryder Cup question

“Television network broadcasting Corn Ferry Tour events and professional golf coverage”

Gary Woodland's brain surgery recovery and PTSD management in professional golfMental health disclosure and its impact on athletic performanceCourse setup influence on scoring and skill expression in professional tournaments

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The Shotgun Start · Mar 28, 2026

Tiger Woods arrested for DUI again after rollover car crash

“Called out for deferential coverage and shock reactions that ignore documented pattern of Woods' incidents”

Tiger Woods DUI arrest and vehicular incident patternMedia deference toward high-profile athletes and accountability gapsSubstance abuse and prescription medication in professional sports

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Mar 23, 2026

1134: Early Masters Stock Watch, Founders Duel, Bryson in South Africa

“Criticized for insufficient LPGA coverage and highlight show availability; contrasted with enhanced broadcast production capabilities.”

Masters Tournament contention analysis and power rankingsLPGA broadcast production quality and commentary talent evaluationWomen's professional golf schedule restructuring and venue selection

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The Shotgun Start · Feb 10, 2026

Is Pebble obsolete for the pros, Spieth Island’s dire times, LIV’s OWGR boost in Adelaide

“Broadcasts Pebble Beach and Chubb Classic; new drone AR tracer technology debuted for hole visualization”

Pebble Beach course design obsolescence for professional golfLIV Golf OWGR ranking system and point distributionSponsor exemptions vs. earned qualification in signature events

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The Shotgun Start · Feb 9, 2026

So we’re saying The Players is better than all 4 majors?, Phoenix Open goes into another Super Bowl, Pat Reed domination

“Mentioned for Phoenix Open coverage preceding CBS broadcast transition”

Phoenix Open tournament analysis and course conditionsChris Gotterup's career trajectory and major championship potentialScotty Scheffler's comeback performance and playoff contention

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The Tony Kornheiser Show · Dec 22, 2025

“I hate this phone”

“Broadcast network that produced and aired the relay race competition and skills challenge golf event”

NFL Playoff Implications and SeedingFirst-Year Coaching Performance EvaluationChicago Bears Season Analysis

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PTI · Dec 19, 2025

Rams vs Seahawks, An Absolute Thriller!

“Hosts team relay event format with professional golfers competing in timed challenges under lights”

NFL Playoff Seeding and Wild Card ImplicationsControversial Officiating in High-Stakes GamesTwo-Point Conversion Rule Interpretation

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