NLU Podcast, Episode 638: Farmers Recap ft. Max Homa
30 January 2023 - 1 hour 54 minsThe NLU podcast bump strikes again as Max Homa wins at Torrey Pines to claim his sixth career PGA Tour victory. Max joins Soly, Tron and Randy to take us through the week in San Diego, the shots on 16 and 18 to close out the tournament, his mindset while competing at the top of the leaderboard, his in-round TV interview and a ton more.
We run down the rest of the leaderboard and evaluate the concept of a Saturday tournament finish. Then it's time for some coverage takes, the latest with Patrick Reed and Rory in Dubai, more LIV schedule and executive departure updates, and more.
830 - Byron Nelson and LIV Singapore Recaps + Listener Mailbag
explicitTaylor Pendrith birdies the 72nd hole to win the Byron Nelson at TPC Craig Ranch while Ben Kohles bogeys the final hole to miss a potential playoff. Meanwhile, at LIV Singapore (24:00), Brooks and Ripper GC win while TC's Cleeks made their first podium appearance of the year. We break down both events and a few other news and notes from the world of pro golf, Soly's trip to Bandon Dunes (53:00) before opening up the listener/reader mailbag to answer your questions (1:04:30). If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest: No Laying Up’s community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our light commercial interruptions (3 minutes of ads per 90 minutes of content) and receive access to exclusive content, discounts in the pro shop, and an annual member gift. It’s a $90 annual membership, and you can sign up or learn more at nolayingup.com/join Get the best ball for your game - get fit at Titleist.com Blade and Bow: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey https://www.bladeandbowwhiskey.com Omni Hotels and the Omni Golf Collection - the Generation Cup qualifiers begin later this month. Locate the one nearest you at omnihotels.com/generationcup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour 37 mins
6 May Finished
829 - Austin Eckroat
explicitComing off his first PGA Tour win and first Masters appearance, Austin Eckroat joins the pod to recap his trip to Augusta National, competing against Scottie Scheffler as a pro and during his junior career. We also cover his ascension up the rankings, playing into the Tour's signature events, managing his playing schedule and life on the road, and a ton more. fanduel.com/nlu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
59 mins
1 May Finished
828 - Golfers as Quarterbacks, Rory/Lowry win the Zurich, LIV Adelaide, and Equity on the PGA Tour
explicitThis week on the recap pod we open with a recap of the better-than-expected-Zurich Classic where Rory and Shane Lowry win in a playoff. Then we call in KVV for a segment we've been workshopping all week in conjunction with the NFL draft: comparing pro golfers and pro quarterbacks and vice versa (24:00). From there we pivot to LIV Adelaide (54:00) as well as the LPGA at Wilshire, Rory's potential return to the PGA Tour policy board, tour players receiving equity, and more. This episode is presented by: Vokey.com and the new Vokey SM10 wedges Rhoback.com (Best fit, Best feel) fanduel.com/nlu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour 45 mins
29 April Finished
827 - Soly Played Augusta National
explicitAfter winning the media lottery, Soly wrapped up his week covering the Masters with a chance to play Augusta National the day after Scottie Scheffler won his second green jacket. After some time to process the experience, Soly is joined by Neil and KVV to relive the anticipation leading up to the round, offer a hole-by-hole recount of his day on the course, and answer some listener questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2 hours 2 mins
24 April Finished
826 - Chevron/RBC Recap (ft. Nelly Korda & Lauren Coughlin)
explicitNelly Korda joins the podcast (29:30) to chat about winning her 5th straight tournament at the Chevron, what's changed for her, the nerves of the final round, and the jump into the pond on 18. We also chat about the first women's major of the year, Woodlands, get a call-in from T3 finisher Lauren Coughlin (41:45), and discuss the coverage of the Chevron. We check in on the leaderboard as it stands at the RBC Heritage (1:31:20), the bizarre decision not to move up tee times, and other notes from the men's golf side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2 hours
21 April Finished
825 - Friday Chevron Championship Live Show
explicitWe are 36 holes complete at the 2024 Chevron Championship with two atop the leaderboard. Jin Hee Im and Atthaya Thitikul are tied at -8 with Nelly Korda 1 shot behind. Our very own Lauren Coughlin played tough trying to keep the momentum going after her opening 66. She sits at T5 with a host of others. We run down the leaderboard, discuss the other events going on, and close with our ESPN+ experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour 37 mins
20 April Finished