Next on the Tee: Where Golf Legends Live & Your Game Gets Better

Chris Mascaro - Golf Podcast Host

Next on the Tee is a weekly golf podcast dedicated to helping you play better golf while celebrating the people who make the game great. Hosted by award-winning broadcaster Chris Mascaro, the show features PGA Tour professionals, major champions, top golf instructors, broadcasters, caddies, course designers, and industry insiders sharing their stories, insights, and proven golf tips. Each episode covers golf instruction, swing fundamentals, short game, putting, course management, mental game strategies, equipment, club fitting, and golf course architecture—along with behind-the-scenes stories from the PGA Tour, Champions Tour, Ryder Cup, Presidents Cup, and golf’s major championships. Whether you’re a weekend golfer, competitive player, or lifelong fan of the game, Next on the Tee delivers actionable advice, unforgettable stories, and expert perspectives designed to help you lower your scores and deepen your love for golf. 🎙️ New episodes weekly ⛳ Interviews with golf legends, instructors, and insiders 🏌️ Golf tips you can use on the course and in the mind Next on the Tee—where golf legends live and your game gets better.

  1. S13, Ep 22: Inside Shinnecock Hills and the Great Courses of Long Island + No More Hit & Hope with Peter Gray & Dr. Bob Winters

    20 HRS AGO

    S13, Ep 22: Inside Shinnecock Hills and the Great Courses of Long Island + No More Hit & Hope with Peter Gray & Dr. Bob Winters

    This week on Next on the Tee, I welcome bestselling golf travel author Peter Gray and renowned sports psychologist Dr. Bob Winters for another unforgettable episode filled with golf storytelling, course architecture, mental game strategies, and tournament preparation tips. Peter Gray returns to talk about his outstanding new book, The Golf Courses of Long Island, featuring spectacular photography from Patrick Koenig and incredible insight into some of America’s most legendary golf courses. Peter shares what it’s really like for everyday golfers to experience iconic layouts like Bethpage Black, Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, Fishers Island Club, Friars Head, Maidstone Club, and so many other around Long Island. With the U.S. Open returning to Shinnecock Hills, this conversation is a must-listen for golf fans, architecture enthusiasts, and anyone dreaming about bucket-list golf destinations. Then, “The Confidence Doctor” Dr. Bob Winters returns with powerful mental golf coaching focused on building a champion’s mindset, staying hungry, avoiding complacency, and preparing mentally for tournaments. Whether you’re getting ready for your Member-Guest, Club Championship, amateur golf event, or a weekend match with your buddies, Dr. Bob shares actionable golf psychology techniques to help you stop playing “hit and hope” golf and start thinking like a winner. If you love golf instruction, golf travel, U.S. Open history, legendary golf courses, sports psychology, tournament preparation, and conversations that help your game improve, this episode of Next on the Tee is for you. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Goodpods, TribLive, and everywhere podcasts are heard. #GolfPodcast #NextOnTheTee #ChrisMascaro #GolfTravel #USOpen #ShinnecockHills #BethpageBlack #LongIslandGolf #GolfCourses #GolfArchitecture #GolfLife #GolfTrip #BucketListGolf #GolfTravelPodcast #GolfInstruction #GolfTips #GolfMentalGame #GolfPsychology #DrBobWinters #PeterGray #GolfBooks #GolfStories #PGA #PGATour #AmateurGolf #Golfers #GolfCommunity #GolfAddict #GolfMedia #GolfTalk #SportsPodcast #BestGolfPodcasts #GolfContent #GolfFans #GolfLifestyle #Golfing #GolfCoursePhotography #GolfConfidence #TournamentGolf #GolfImprovement

    1h 14m
  2. S13, Ep 21: Golf Comfort Secrets: Heathlander Founder Teddy Lynn & 2UNDR’s Dave Williams on Gear That Improves Your Game

    4D AGO

    S13, Ep 21: Golf Comfort Secrets: Heathlander Founder Teddy Lynn & 2UNDR’s Dave Williams on Gear That Improves Your Game

    In this episode of Next on the Tee, we focus on one thing every golfer needs as the temperatures rise—comfort on the course. First, I’m joined by Teddy Lynn, Founder of Heathlander Golf. Teddy shares the real story behind building a golf shoe and apparel brand from the ground up, including the setbacks, the lessons learned, and the persistence it took to get it right—even buying back thousands of pairs of shoes along the way. That journey led to Heathlander winning Best New Product at the 2025 PGA Merchandise Show. We also dive into what makes their products stand out and what’s coming next. Then, Dave Williams, Co-Founder and President of 2UNDR, joins the show. We talk about solving one of golf’s most annoying problems—on-course discomfort—and how their innovative designs and moisture-wicking fabrics keep you cool, dry, and focused. Dave also shares insights on their 2026 lineup, how they landed Rickie Fowler as a brand ambassador, plus how other guys on the Tour are customers as well. It’s a fun and insightful episode with two founders who are making the game more comfortable from the ground up—literally. Tune in to Next on the Tee…where golf legends live and your game gets better. #golf #golflife #golfpodcast #golfshow #golfcontent #golfgear #golfapparel #golfshoes #golfstyle #golfcomfort #golftips #golfadvice #improveyourgame #playbettergolf #golfers #golfcommunity #golfinstruction #pgamerchandiseshow #golfinnovation #golfbrands #entrepreneurlife #startupstory #founderstory #businessofgolf #heathlander #2UNDR #rickiefowler #moisturewicking #performancewear #NextOnTheTee

    1h 25m
  3. S13, Ep 20: 2x PGA Tour Winner David Peoples on Q-School Pressure, The Masters & Mental Game + Scott Petersen Founder of Scott Golf on Creating Custom Clubs That Lower Scores

    APR 30

    S13, Ep 20: 2x PGA Tour Winner David Peoples on Q-School Pressure, The Masters & Mental Game + Scott Petersen Founder of Scott Golf on Creating Custom Clubs That Lower Scores

    In this episode of Next on the Tee, I’m joined by former PGA Tour winner David Peoples and Scott Golf Founder Scott Petersen. David shares what it takes to persevere at the highest level, from grinding through Q-School eight times to becoming medalist in 1989 and winning twice on the PGA Tour. We talk about the pressure of playing for your career, his experiences at The Masters, getting “in the zone” when he shot 62 (including a 29 back nine) at the Southern Open, and competing alongside legends like Jack Nicklaus. He also delivers simple, effective mental game and on-course strategy tips you can use right away. Then Scott Petersen takes us inside the world of custom golf club design, explaining how handcrafted precision leads to better distance control, tighter dispersion, and more consistency. We break down the importance of club fitting, what separates his process from big manufacturers, and why even PGA Tour free agents trust his clubs. If you want to improve your mindset, play smarter, and understand how the right equipment can elevate your game, this episode is packed with insights you can take straight to the course. #golf #pgatour #golftips #golfpodcast #golfinstruction #mentalgame #golfmentalgame #golfswing #bettergolf #improveyourgame #golfadvice #golftraining #golfpractice #golflife #golfer #golfaddict #instagolf #golfstagram #golfcommunity #themasters #augustanational #mastersgolf #jacknicklaus #qschoool #pgatourplayer #tourlife #golfstories #customclubs #golfclubs #clubfitting #golftechnology #golfgear #scottgolf #gameimprovement #distancecontrol #golfperformance #golfcoach #golfing #nextonthetee #sports podcast #golfshow #ai #aitechnology #cnc #3dprinting #pgachampionship

    1h 6m
  4. S13, Ep 19: Pitt Johnstown Men's Head Coach Cody Trabert on College Golf Success, Player Development & Winning Team Culture + Pro Football Hall of Fame Insights & Stories with James Allen

    APR 23

    S13, Ep 19: Pitt Johnstown Men's Head Coach Cody Trabert on College Golf Success, Player Development & Winning Team Culture + Pro Football Hall of Fame Insights & Stories with James Allen

    In this episode of Next on the Tee, I’m joined by two outstanding guests who are even better people, delivering insights on college golf, player development, leadership, and what it takes to build winning teams. First up is Cody Trabert, Head Men’s Golf Coach at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Cody is leading one of the fastest-rising NCAA Division II golf programs, with multiple NCAA Regional appearances, a program-record scoring average, and tournament wins this season. We dive into college golf coaching strategies, player development, building a competitive team culture, and key golf instruction tips including course management, mental game improvement, and how to lower your scores. Then I’m joined by former Pro Football Hall of Fame Board member James Allen, who shares expert insight on leadership, team chemistry, and what separates good teams from championship teams. We explore the parallels between football and golf, including player-caddie relationships, trust under pressure, and lessons from legends like Tom Watson and Gary Player. We also discuss what defines a Hall of Fame career, coaching legacy, organizational stability, and the mindset required for long-term success in sports. If you’re looking for golf tips, college golf insights, leadership lessons, and behind-the-scenes stories from Hall of Fame-level sports, this episode delivers powerful takeaways to help you improve your game and understand what greatness really looks like.  #golfpodcast #golf #golftips #golfinstruction #golfcoach #collegegolf #ncaagolf #division2golf #golftraining #golfdevelopment #mentalgame #coursemanagement #golfswing #golfpractice #golflife #golfer #golfaddict #golfcommunity #golfing #nextonthetee #sportspodcast #leadership #teamculture #winningmindset #sportsleadership #halloffame #football #nfl #teamchemistry #sportspsychology #highperformance #peakperformance #athletedevelopment #coachingtips #podcastlife #ai #aitechnology #pgachampionship

    1h 20m
  5. S13,Ep 18: Rory McIlroy’s Historic Masters Win | Augusta National Insights, Amen Corner Strategy & Expert Analysis with John Patrick, Frank Nobilo, & Rob Strano

    APR 21

    S13,Ep 18: Rory McIlroy’s Historic Masters Win | Augusta National Insights, Amen Corner Strategy & Expert Analysis with John Patrick, Frank Nobilo, & Rob Strano

    In this special Masters wrap-up edition of Next on the Tee, we break down everything from Rory McIlroy’s historic victory to the traditions, what it's like to play Amen Corner, and the challenges of Augusta National. Legendary broadcaster John Patrick, who has covered The Masters for over 40 years, shares behind-the-scenes insights on Augusta, how the tournament has evolved, and where Rory’s win places him among the all-time greats—plus whether he and Scottie Scheffler are becoming this era’s Palmer and Nicklaus. CBS Sports analyst and former Tour pro Frank Nobilo takes you inside Amen Corner, explains the challenge of club selection on the iconic 12th hole, and offers his perspective on Rory’s performance and what it might be like to be a fly on the wall of the Champions Dinner. Top instructor Rob Strano rounds out the show with stories tied to 1968 champion Bob Goalby, plus practical advice on trusting your swing under pressure and what everyday golfers can learn from The Masters. If you love The Masters, Augusta National, and insights that can help your game, this episode delivers both expert analysis and meaningful takeaways. Tune in to Next on the Tee—where golf legends live and your game gets better. #TheMasters #RoryMcIlroy #AugustaNational #GolfPodcast #GolfTips #PGA #PGATour #GolfInstruction #AmenCorner #GolfLife #GolfSwing #GolfTraining #GolfLessons #GolfMentalGame #MastersTournament #GolfFans #GolfMedia #SportsPodcast #TopGolfPodcast #GolfContent #ai #aitechnology #pgachampionship

    1h 56m
  6. S13, Ep 17: Play Better Golf, Lower Your Scores, Short Game, Mental Toughness & Golf Nutrition Tips | Tom Patri, Dr. Bob Winters, & Susan Irby

    APR 16

    S13, Ep 17: Play Better Golf, Lower Your Scores, Short Game, Mental Toughness & Golf Nutrition Tips | Tom Patri, Dr. Bob Winters, & Susan Irby

    This week’s episode is a little different—in the best possible way—because it’s all about gratitude. Gratitude for this incredible game…the friendships it creates...and for you…for making the show part of your weekly routine. To bring that theme to life, I’m joined by three outstanding guests who share their insights, perspectives, and love for the game: First up is our Resident Director of Instruction, Tom Patri, who delivers tips you can take straight to the course—especially around the short game and course management. We also talk about why The Masters is our favorite week in golf, when to play smart versus aggressive, and reflect on legends like Seve Ballesteros and Fred Couples. Then I’m joined by Dr. Bob Winters, “The Confidence Doctor,” who reminds us that the most important part of the game is the six inches between our ears. Bob shares powerful insights on the mental game, tournament preparation, and how gratitude and perspective can positively impact your performance. We wrap things up with "The Bikini Chef" Susan Irby, who brings great energy and practical advice on how to fuel your body during a round. From what to eat and drink on the course to maintaining focus and stamina, she shares smart alternatives that go well beyond the usual options at the turn. She is so much fun, you're really going to love her. This episode isn’t just about instruction or strategy… It’s about mindset…connection…and appreciation for the game and the people who make it special. So sit back, relax, and enjoy a powerful dose of Vitamin G. And as always… thank you for pressing play. #golfpodcast #golf #golftips #golfinstruction #mentalgame #golfmentalgame #shortgame #golfstrategy #coursemanagement #masters #themasters #golfnutrition #golffitness #playbettergolf #loweryourscore #golfadvice #golfinglife #golfers #amateurgolf #weekendgolfer #sportspsychology #confidence #focus #podcast #nextonthetee #ai #aitechnology #pgachampionship #mentalgame #mentalapproach #playgolf

    1h 56m
  7. S13, Ep 16: Eric Johnson & Bob Friend Jr: Oakmont Stories, U.S. Open Memories, Baltusrol, Masters Picks & Golf Tips to Improve Your Game

    APR 12

    S13, Ep 16: Eric Johnson & Bob Friend Jr: Oakmont Stories, U.S. Open Memories, Baltusrol, Masters Picks & Golf Tips to Improve Your Game

    This edition of Next on the Tee feels like a homecoming… as I’m joined by two longtime friends of the show and proud Pittsburgh natives who’ve each been with me since the very beginning. First up is Golf Magazine Top 100 Instructor Eric Johnson. Eric has been a mainstay on that prestigious list for well over a decade, and his journey has taken him from 17 years at Oakmont…to Nemacolin…Yellowstone Club…and now to his new role as Director of Instruction at the legendary Baltusrol Golf Club. Eric shares what it’s been like stepping onto those historic grounds, reflects on last year’s U.S. Open at Oakmont, weighs in on Tiger’s latest challenges, and even gives us his picks for The Masters. Along the way, we share some laughs and pay tribute to a few special people who’ve helped shape his journey. Then I’m joined by one of the game’s true grinders, Bob Friend Jr. Bob reflects on the work ethic that defined his career, what it was like being one of only a few players to ever qualify for the U.S. Open on his home course, Oakmont, in 1994, which was also Arnold Palmer’s final appearance. You'll hear about what it was like to be on the course that day, the challenge of putting on greens during a recent tournament when they were rolling at an unbelievable 18 on the stimp, plus a great Jack Nicklaus story and a simple tip that can help all of us play better right away. It’s a fun, story-filled episode packed with insights, memories, and practical golf advice you can take straight to the course. #golfpodcast #golf #golftips #golfinstruction #golfadvice #golfcoach #golftraining #improveyourgolf #golfswing #shortgame #putting #golflife #golfaddict #golfstagram #golfing #pgatour #championstour #usopen #themasters #oakmont #oakmontcountryclub #baltusrol #ericjohnson #bobfriendjr #arnoldpalmer #jacknicklaus #golflessons #golfstories #golflegends #sportspodcast #podcast #podcastlife #golfcontent #nextonthetee #golfcommunity #amateurgolf #playbettergolf #golftournament #golfinterview

    1h 39m
  8. S12, Ep 15: Gary Player Masters Wins, Legendary Golf Stories & Championship Mindset + Agustin Piza  Brilliant Golf Course Designer, Talks Course Layout, Playing Strategy, MacKenzie, Nicklaus, Fazio, & Player

    APR 8

    S12, Ep 15: Gary Player Masters Wins, Legendary Golf Stories & Championship Mindset + Agustin Piza Brilliant Golf Course Designer, Talks Course Layout, Playing Strategy, MacKenzie, Nicklaus, Fazio, & Player

    On this episode of Next on the Tee, I’m joined by two incredible guests who bring both legendary perspective and modern innovation to the game. First up is my annual Masters week conversation with the great Gary Player. Mr. Player shares insights from his three Masters victories, how Mr. Palmer lost his focus and opened the door to Mr. Player's win in 1961, perhaps the greatest shot I've ever seen leading this win in '74, and how he nearly shot 27 on the back 9 in '78, leading to his 3rd Green Jacket. You'll also hear what it takes to develop a true championship mindset, how discipline, fitness, and preparation fueled his success and longevity in the game, and why his book Don't Choke should be required reading for every junior player. We finish talking about what today’s players can learn from the legends, and why growing the game and giving back remain so important to him. Then, I’m joined by world-renowned golf course designer Agustin Piza, who takes us inside the art and strategy of course design. Augie explains what separates a good course from a great one, how architecture influences shot-making and decision-making, and how modern design is evolving for today’s golfer. He also shares stories from his work around the world, with Nicklaus Construction, Tom Fazio, and Gary Player, plus his involvement in designing holes for TGL. You'll also hear how Alister MacKenzie redesigned bunkers for the British military to help disguise where their soldiers were set up during World War 1. Augie is a brilliant designer who thinks outside the box, has a fresh take, and an amazing artistic eye. His passion for design and the game shines throughout our conversation. You're really going to enjoy the segment. This episode is a perfect blend of legendary wisdom and forward-thinking innovation—one that will not only entertain you but might just change the way you see and play the game. #golf #golfpodcast #golfinstruction #golftips #golfstories #golflegends #garyplayer #masters #themasters #golfmindset #golftraining #golfcourse #golfcoursedesign #golfarchitecture #agustinpiza #jacknicklaus #tomfazio #tglgolf #pgatour #championshipgolf #golfstrategy #improveyourgolf #nextonthetee

    1h 28m

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Next on the Tee is a weekly golf podcast dedicated to helping you play better golf while celebrating the people who make the game great. Hosted by award-winning broadcaster Chris Mascaro, the show features PGA Tour professionals, major champions, top golf instructors, broadcasters, caddies, course designers, and industry insiders sharing their stories, insights, and proven golf tips. Each episode covers golf instruction, swing fundamentals, short game, putting, course management, mental game strategies, equipment, club fitting, and golf course architecture—along with behind-the-scenes stories from the PGA Tour, Champions Tour, Ryder Cup, Presidents Cup, and golf’s major championships. Whether you’re a weekend golfer, competitive player, or lifelong fan of the game, Next on the Tee delivers actionable advice, unforgettable stories, and expert perspectives designed to help you lower your scores and deepen your love for golf. 🎙️ New episodes weekly ⛳ Interviews with golf legends, instructors, and insiders 🏌️ Golf tips you can use on the course and in the mind Next on the Tee—where golf legends live and your game gets better.

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