Episode Appearances
The Shotgun Start · May 13, 2026
2026 PGA Championship Preview: Questions about Rory, Bryson, and Aronimink
“New CEO appearing Wednesday; expected to address rollback ball controversy and equipment regulation credibility crisis”
PGA Championship course setup and design philosophyGolf equipment regulation and rollback ball initiativeModern equipment distance advantage and course obsolescence
View AnalysisThe Shotgun Start · May 11, 2026
Quail Hollow falls flat, TGL rents out to Pro Wrestling, and Early PGA thoughts
“New PGA of America CEO addressing questions about Don Orsino's role and public-facing responsibilities”
Ryder Cup team selection and captain strategy for 2026European golf talent development and competitive advantagePGA Championship venue selection and tournament format effectiveness
View AnalysisNo Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 11, 2026
1155: Reitan wins Truist, Jeeno at Mizuho, and a lengthy notebook
“New PGA of America CEO replacing Don Ray; previously at United Health Group and IAC; focused on transaction and restructuring”
Christopher Raiton's Quail Hollow victory and path through DP World Tour to PGA TourGolf ball rollback debate—player skepticism on USGA/R&A specifications and enforcement mechanismsPublic golf course funding models and municipal reinvestment strategies
View AnalysisThe Shotgun Start · Feb 6, 2026
A new boss at the PGA, Phoenix struggle busses, and Reed’s Middle East run
“Newly appointed PGA of America CEO; former CMO of United Health/Optum with corporate leadership background”
Phoenix Open leaderboard analysis and rising player profilesPGA of America CEO transition and organizational modernizationPGA Tour membership crisis and pro job sustainability
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