LIV Golf
Mentioned in 53 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# LIV Golf A Saudi-backed alternative golf tour that has competed with the PGA Tour by attracting top international players and offering significantly increased prize money. The league gained OWGR (Official World Golf Ranking) certification and has hosted events like the Adelaide tournament, though it faces ongoing challenges including player complaints about format requirements, underperformance at major championships, and potential funding issues. Podcasts frequently discuss LIV's impact on professional golf through player defections, tour consolidation efforts, and merger negotiations with the PGA Tour.
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The Shotgun Start · May 21, 2026
Bryson’s choice: content or pro golf?, Midpoint check on Tour under-performers, SGS Golf Advice
“Seeking $250M in funding with claims of 20-month profitability; reports of bankruptcy preparation and significant investor interest amid financial distress”
The Pat McAfee Show · May 20, 2026
PMS 2.0 1557 - Adam Schefter, Shams Charania, Quentin Richardson, Jordan Agbanoma Makes His College Commitment, Erik Johnson, Brandt Snedeker, & AJ Hawk
“Discussed as struggling league seeking $250M investment with 20-month profitability projections”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 18, 2026
1161: Aaron Rai and the PGA Championship
“Discussed in context of player participation in majors and relevance of limited-schedule players”
The Shotgun Start · May 17, 2026
Saturday at the 2026 PGA Championship: Setup changes and a giant pack still in contention
“Multiple LIV players (Rahm, Neiman, Koepka) in contention; discussed as organization gaining major championship relevance”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 11, 2026
1156: PGA Championship Preview Show
“Rival golf league where players like Romero and Smith compete; discussed for major championship performance decline”
The Shotgun Start · May 11, 2026
Quail Hollow falls flat, TGL rents out to Pro Wrestling, and Early PGA thoughts
“Professional golf league discussed regarding player contracts, competitive performance, and narrative limitations”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 11, 2026
1155: Reitan wins Truist, Jeeno at Mizuho, and a lengthy notebook
“Discussed financial sustainability crisis, player contract security, and potential dissolution; Scott O'Neill focused on transaction”
The Shotgun Start · May 8, 2026
Bryson, Poulter and more LIV players speak out, Quail hunting, and Flashback Friday to a Sergio Charlotte collapse
“Central topic covering player sentiment, financial sustainability, international expansion, and potential consolidation scenarios”
The Pat McAfee Show · May 6, 2026
PMS 2.0 1547 - Ian Rapoport, Kendrick Perkins, Cameron Young, Shams Charania, Gary Bettman, Pete Crow-Armstrong
“Saudi-backed golf league; PIF withdrawal discussed, creating contract enforcement and player reintegration questions”
The Shotgun Start · May 6, 2026
Will Bryson go full YouTube, Rahm and LIV speak on their futures, and Quail Hollow fatigue
“Primary focus: funding crisis, business model failure, player contract issues, and leadership transition under Scott O'Neill”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 4, 2026
1152: Cam Young rolls Miami, Nelly in Mexico + LIV News
“League announced PIF will end funding beyond 2026, forcing transition to diversified investment model; multiple agents exploring player returns to PGA Tour”
The Shotgun Start · May 3, 2026
Sig Event overkill at Trump Doral, the Cameron Young era, and grumpy Scottie
“Referenced as context for PGA Tour's reactive scheduling and negotiation decisions during Monahan era”
The Shotgun Start · Apr 30, 2026
LIV Golf’s deathbed with Saudi PIF and Yasir out, McLaren golf club costs, and FBF on Doral
“Primary subject: Saudi-backed golf league collapsing after PIF withdrawal, Yasir departure, and appointment of restructuring executives”
The Pat McAfee Show · Apr 30, 2026
PMS 2.0 1543 - Mark Schlabach, Philadelphia Flyers Head Coach Rick Tocchet, Danny Green, Pete Thamel, & AJ Hawk
“Saudi-backed golf league that collapsed; discussed as failed attempt to disrupt PGA Tour with $5 billion investment”
Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition · Apr 30, 2026
Oil Spikes On War Threat, Powell To Stay At Fed, AI Winners & Losers
“Breakaway golf league losing Saudi PIF funding after $5B investment; struggled with low attendance and TV viewership”
The Shotgun Start · Apr 28, 2026
LIV down bad postponing events, Trump Doral returns to Tour, and the Signature Event bubble
“Primary focus: facing severe financial distress, postponing New Orleans event, losing $40-55M per event, exploring exhibition tournaments”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 27, 2026
1150: Nelly wins Chevron; FitzBro's take Zurich
“Saudi-backed golf league facing funding uncertainty through 2026; experienced week-to-week funding negotiations during Mexico event”
The Shotgun Start · Apr 23, 2026
The Annual Walk Up Music Episode, LIV’s outrageous spending, and Pool Party on the LPGA
“Discussed extensively regarding unsustainable $100M monthly spending, $30M per event costs, and financial mismanagement by leadership”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 20, 2026
1148: Matty Fitz holds off Scottie, Bryson's WD and a Wild Week of LIV news
“Primary focus: facing funding crisis with PIF cutting support, defending against media reports, questioning business viability”
The Shotgun Start · Apr 20, 2026
Fitz clips Sheriff Scottie as fans chant USA, Bryson WDs, Rahm wins, and the LIV sinking ship
“Primary focus: $5 billion-funded league facing existential funding crisis, poor viewership, and operational dysfunction”
The Shotgun Start · Apr 16, 2026
The latest on LIV Golf: Will Saudi PIF continue funding after 2026?
“Saudi-backed professional golf league facing existential crisis as primary funder deprioritizes investment and shifts to sustainable returns”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · Apr 16, 2026
4/16/26: Hegseth Says US Reloading For Iran, Saudi LIV Golf Collapse, Corporate Price Gouging
“Saudi-backed golf league facing potential funding withdrawal due to Iran war economic impact and poor competitive performance”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 16, 2026
April 16, 2026 Hour 3
“Expected to fold after current season; hosts discussed what should happen to LIV players like Bryson DeChambeau and Cam Smith”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 16, 2026
April 16, 2026 Hour 2 Bob Harig
“Saudi-backed professional golf league facing financial distress and potential shutdown at end of 2026 season despite continued PIF support”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 16, 2026
April 16, 2026 Hour 1
“Primary focus: reported financial collapse and end of operations by year-end due to Saudi Arabia withdrawing funding”
Morning Joe · Apr 16, 2026
David Ignatius: Trump is waiting for Iran to tap out when it comes to blockade
“Saudi-backed golf league facing potential collapse due to force majeure clause triggered by Iran war, threatening funding continuation”
3 and Out with John Middlekauff · Apr 16, 2026
LIV Golf is being SHUTDOWN? NFL Draft Thoughts + NFL Offseason Mailbag
“Saudi-funded golf league discussed as failed business model lacking historical context and authentic competition despite massive player salaries”
The Headlines · Apr 16, 2026
Trump’s Scattershot Week, and a Stock Market Record
“Saudi-backed golf league facing uncertain future as Sovereign Wealth Fund plans to exit the high-profile venture.”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 16, 2026
1147: What is going on with LIV Golf?
“Golf league facing potential shutdown by end of 2026 as Saudi Arabia withdraws financial support”
The Shotgun Start · Apr 14, 2026
Masters broadcast critiques, PGA Tour vs. Majors, and Harbour Town as a detox
“Competing golf league scheduling events that conflict with senior major championships”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 13, 2026
April 13, 2026 Hour 2
“Rival golf league mentioned in context of tour negotiations and player defections affecting Rory McIlroy's role”
3 and Out with John Middlekauff · Apr 13, 2026
Go Low - 2026 Masters Reaction: Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Justin Rose, Cameron Young
“Mentioned in context of player performance at majors, specifically regarding Bryson DeChambeau and John Rom's participation”
The Shotgun Start · Apr 13, 2026
Masters Sunday: Rory McIlroy wins again at Augusta National
“Mentioned regarding player preparation and competitive positioning relative to major championships”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 12, 2026
1144: Cam Young, Rory McIlroy tied going into Sunday at Augusta National
“Referenced regarding player participation and narrative implications for major championship competition”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 11, 2026
1143: Rory McIlroy builds a big lead after 36 holes at Augusta National
“Competing tour; hosts discussed underperformance of LIV players at the Masters relative to traditional tour players”
Collector Nation · Apr 10, 2026
Junk Wax 2.0? Breaking Down Overproduction, Parallels & Pricing in Today’s Hobby
“Golf league with card licensing partnerships; mentioned as alternative to PGA Tour for card products”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 10, 2026
1142: Rory, Burns lead by 2 after Rd 1 at Augusta National
“Discussed regarding Jon Rahm and other players' performance struggles at majors after joining the tour”
The Shotgun Start · Apr 10, 2026
Masters Thursday: Round One Recap from Augusta
“Criticized for softer course setups that don't prepare players for championship-level difficulty”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 8, 2026
April 8, 2026 Hour 2 Whit Watson
“Alternative golf tour whose players (Rom, DeChambeau, Reed) are analyzed as Masters contenders despite low viewership”
3 and Out with John Middlekauff · Apr 8, 2026
Go Low - Masters 2026 Predictions: Bryson DeChambeau will WIN, Aberg, MacIntyre to place Top 10
“Competing golf league; mentioned as creating conversation and momentum for players like Bryson and Rahm”
The Shotgun Start · Apr 7, 2026
2026 Masters preview live from Augusta
“Competing professional golf league discussed regarding player transitions and credibility questions at major championships”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 6, 2026
1140: Augusta Preview Show
“Competing golf league discussed regarding player participation and performance of Rom and Bryson DeChambeau at Augusta”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Mar 23, 2026
1134: Early Masters Stock Watch, Founders Duel, Bryson in South Africa
“South Africa event analyzed for global expansion narrative; debate over competitive product quality vs. international market development.”
Pardon My Take · Mar 9, 2026
OKC Thunder’s Alex Caruso, Maxx Crosby Is A Raven, Jayson Tatum Is Back, CBB Regular Season Finale And LIV Golf Conspiracy
“Saudi-backed golf league discussed regarding Jon Rahm's first win and Four Aces team performance”
Miller and Moulton · Feb 25, 2026
February 25, 2026 Hour 2
“Competing with PGA Tour for international markets and top player participation; successfully attracting players from multiple countries”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Feb 16, 2026
1120: Collin wins at Pebble, AK triumphs in Adelaide, and Charley Hull moves to world No. 3
“Hosted Adelaide event won by Anthony Kim; represents significant narrative win for the league”
The Shotgun Start · Feb 10, 2026
Is Pebble obsolete for the pros, Spieth Island’s dire times, LIV’s OWGR boost in Adelaide
“Adelaide event generates significant OWGR points; Elvis Smiley jumped 57 spots for winning, demonstrating tour's ranking impact strategy”
The Shotgun Start · Feb 6, 2026
A new boss at the PGA, Phoenix struggle busses, and Reed’s Middle East run
“Saudi-backed golf league; discussed for profitability timeline, OWGR disputes, and player grievances”
Pardon My Take · Feb 4, 2026
Draymond Green, SB Talk With Scott Zolak, NBA Trades + Guys On Hank
“Discussed as struggling league with player complaints about 72-hole format changes”
The Shotgun Start · Feb 4, 2026
LIV gets OWGR points but still mad and is Phoenix Open Spieth’s time?
“Achieved OWGR certification with top-10 finisher points; players upset about 72-hole format requirement; internal discord despite regulatory win”