The Smylie Show

The Smylie Show
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Smylie Kaufman is a PGA Tour winner, pro golf broadcaster, and the host of "The Smylie Show". Every week, along with his producer and co-host Charlie Hulme, Smylie provides insights and analysis on the game of golf (along with a handful of other miscellaneous items), in addition to sharing long-form conversations with Tour pros and other celebrities who love the game.

  1. 22 HRS AGO

    Thursday at the Masters: Rory Leads + Augusta Looks CRISPY

    As the first round of the Masters Tournament concludes, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap all the Thursday action from Augusta National - Rory McIlroy cruises to a co-lead in his title defense, while some big names struggle as the golf course gets firm and fast much earlier than expected. Smylie and Charlie discuss the difficulty of approaches into the 13th and 15th holes, predict conditions as the week progresses, and take questions from producer Jaxon Brown. Tune in tomorrow - as we recap the cut, and who looks positioned to win the first major of 2026! CHAPTERS:0:57 Course conditions4:23 Hole 13 and 15 carnage9:50 Rory McIlroy15:14 Sam Burns16:58 Ludvig Åberg18:07 Bryson DeChambeau19:29 Jon Rahm21:04 Audience questions25:57 Scottie Scheffler #masters #augusta #smylieshow #smyliekaufman #scottiescheffler #rorymcilroy #golfrecap #mastersrecap #mastershighlights

    33 min

  2. 2D AGO

    2026 Masters Preview ⛳️ Expectations for Scottie Scheffler & Rory McIlroy + Sleeper Picks

    Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are boots on the ground in Augusta for a full Masters preview episode, breaking down everything you need to know heading into the first major of the year. From course conditions and weather impact to the player profiles most likely to contend, the guys dive deep into what it takes to win at Augusta National Golf Club. With firm greens, tricky winds, and premium iron play expected to be the difference, they analyze the key contenders and build the blueprint for a Masters champion. Plus, reactions to JJ Spaun’s win, insight from players preparing on-site, and a data-driven breakdown of the names to watch this week. ⛳️ Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more golf insight! 📺 Follow our socials @thesmylieshow CHAPTERS:0:00 Intro2:12 JJ Spaun Wins at Valero6:08 Masters Week Setup9:42 Augusta Conditions11:28 Weather Report15:05 Wind + Strategy18:20 Masters Winner Blueprint21:15 Rory McIlroy26:40 Scottie Scheffler31:35 Bryson DeChambeau36:50 Ludvig Åberg41:55 Xander Schauffele46:10 Patrick Reed50:25 Tommy Fleetwood54:10 Matt Fitzpatrick58:05 Collin Morikawa62:20 Other Contenders67:10 Sleeper Picks71:30 Final Picks #masters #augusta #smylieshow #scottiescheffler #rorymcilroy #golfbetting #golfpicks #pgatour

    1h 19m

  3. 4D AGO

    Bones Mackay Caddies for Smylie Kaufman at Augusta National

    Jim “Bones” Mackay joins Smylie Kaufman for a one-of-a-kind walk through Augusta National Golf Club — breaking down every hole like he’s on the bag at the Masters. From tee shot decisions to green complexes, Bones shares decades of insight, stories from caddying for major champions, and the subtle details that make Augusta the most strategic course in golf. This is a true hole-by-hole masterclass — how to think, where to miss, and what it actually takes to play Augusta National. CHAPTERS:00:06:19 Hole 1: Tea Olive00:14:00 Hole 2: Pink Dogwood00:21:20 Hole 3: Flowering Peach00:27:12 Hole 4: Flowering Crab Apple00:29:15 Hole 5: Magnolia00:34:00 Hole 6: Juniper00:45:09 Hole 7: Pampas00:49:00 Hole 8: Yellow Jasmine00:54:00 Hole 9: Carolina Cherry00:59:09 Hole 10: Camellia01:04:30 Hole 11: White Dogwood01:09:00 Hole 12: Golden Bell01:14:00 Hole 13: Azalea01:19:00 Hole 14: Chinese Fir01:24:00 Hole 15: Firethorn01:29:00 Hole 16: Redbud01:33:00 Hole 17: Nandina01:38:00 Hole 18: Holly #golf #pgatour #smylieshow #augusta #masters #bonesmackay #smyliekaufman

    1h 43m

  4. APR 1

    Sepp Straka: Growing Up in Austria + Wedge Setup That Might Shock You 🤯

    Sepp Straka joins Smylie Kaufman on The Smylie Show for a wide-ranging conversation on fatherhood, growing up between Austria and Georgia, competing alongside his twin brother Sam, and the path that took him from an under-the-radar junior to one of the best players in the world. Sepp talks about his time at Georgia, why that qualifying culture helped shape him, how he ended up with Srixon after college, and why his equipment setup immediately gave him confidence heading into Q-School. Later, Sepp gets into the real turning points in his PGA TOUR career: the early inconsistency, working with John Tillery, using TrackMan with more purpose, improving his wedge play and short game, and building a more complete process around practice. Then Charlie joins for Short-Sided to close things out with some lighter stories on food, Georgia guys, and dad life at home. ⛳️ Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more golf insight! 📺 Follow our socials @thesmylieshow Chapters0:00 Sepp on dad life and bedtime duties3:21 Sepp’s journey from Austria to Georgia5:59 How Georgia helped shape his game10:25 Representing Austria and Olympic memories14:31 Why Sepp signed with Srixon18:19 Q-School, pressure, and early tour life27:18 Why his game finally took off29:23 John Tillery, TrackMan, and better numbers30:20 Fixing the weak spots in his short game31:05 Wedge practice, process, and improvement45:23 Short-Sided with Charlie #golf #pgatour #augusta #masters #seppstraka #smylieshow #smyliekaufman #golfpicks #golfbetting #valero #texasopen #golfhighlights

    1 hr

  5. MAR 31

    Roberto Castro Explains Why TGL Took a Big Step Forward

    Smylie Kaufman is joined by former PGA TOUR pro and TGL analyst Roberto Castro to unpack everything from TGL’s second season. After a full year on the broadcast, Roberto shares what he learned in the booth, how the league evolved from Year 1 to Year 2, and why the level of play and team strategy took such a big leap. They also dive into Los Angeles Golf Club’s championship run, the teams that impressed and disappointed, and how TGL can help younger players grow by competing alongside proven veterans. Roberto also explains why certain players and teams seemed to improve as the season went on, what stood out behind the scenes, and what he’ll be watching heading into next season as TGL continues to expand. Follow us on socials @thesmylieshow ⛳️ Chapters0:00 Roberto Castro joins the show0:35 Roberto’s first season on the TGL broadcast2:50 Biggest TGL Season 2 takeaways4:04 Why Los Angeles won it all5:24 What TGL revealed about players’ form7:08 How TGL helps young players develop8:13 Most disappointing team of the season9:29 What should change for next season?12:36 Roberto’s early Season 3 outlook #golf #smylieshow #TGL #pgatour #golfhighlights

    14 min

  6. MAR 30

    Emotional Win for Gary Woodland! + Reacting to Tiger Woods Accident

    Gary Woodland completes one of the most emotional wins of the season at the Texas Children’s Houston Open, and Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down both the meaning of the moment and the golf that got it done. They dive into the harrowing neurological trauma Woodland's been dealing with privately and publicly on his seven-year journey back to the winner's circle, the ball-speed and putting numbers that stood out, and what this win means for Gary - and a number of other players inside and outside the OWGR Top 50 - as we look ahead to the Masters. Smylie and Charlie then offer a reflection on arguably the biggest news in golf this week - Tiger Woods automobile accident which involved a set of charges from the Martin County Sheriff's Department, what it means in a golf context, and the societal reaction at large to one of the game's biggest figures. Follow us on socials @thesmylieshow ⛳️ & don’t forget to like, comment, & subscribe for more golf insight ✅ CHAPTERS0:00 Hello from the road!1:48 Gary Woodland’s emotional Houston Open win12:51 Masters OWGR Top-50 qualifiers15:20 Other notes from Houston: aces for Shane Lowry and Adam Scott17:08 Reacting to Tiger Woods accident and fallout25:39 DP World Tour / Korn Ferry notes27:17 Sepp Straka preview / Masters week lookahead #golf #pgatour #smylieshow #garywoodland #golfpodcast #smyliekaufman #golfhighlights #golfrecap

    31 min

  7. MAR 25

    Akshay Bhatia on Winning at Bay Hill & Masters prep + Dr. Bhrett McCabe on the Mental Edge in Golf

    Smylie Kaufman sits down with two elite perspectives in golf: First, recent Arnold Palmer Invitational winner Akshay Bhatia joins to break down his victory at Bay Hill, his evolving game, and how confidence, putting, and mindset fueled his breakthrough. Then, sports psychologist Dr. Bhrett McCabe joins to unpack the mental side of elite performance—highlighting Cam Young’s Players Championship win, pressure, confidence, and why perfection is the biggest myth in golf. Follow us on socials @thesmylieshow ⛳️ & don’t forget to like, comment, & subscribe for more golf insight ✅ CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro & Akshay Bhatia on Winning Bay Hill 0:48 Joe Greiner Partnership & Lefty Advantage 3:40 Cross-Handed Chipping & Short Game Feel 6:25 Leading vs Chasing on the PGA Tour 8:55 Putting Breakthrough & Routine Changes 11:10 Ball Striking DNA & Shot Shaping 13:25 Driver Options & Shot Patterns 16:05 Augusta Strategy & Preparation 19:00 Confidence from Winning & Major Outlook 21:35 Tour Life, India Trip & Season Momentum23:40 Bhrett McCabe Interview Begins – Cam Young & Players Championship 25:10 Understanding Elite Confidence & Self-Belief 30:40 Why “Perfect Golf” is a Myth 34:20 Handling Swing Breakdowns Under Pressure 38:40 Winning Without Your Best Stuff 41:45 Ryder Cup Experience & Competitive Edge45:15 Chris Gotterup Conversation & Development Arc 47:30 Confidence Growth & Learning to Win 50:00 Mental Toughness vs Technical Perfection 52:30 What Separates Good Players from Great Ones 55:00 Closing Thoughts on Mindset & Performance  #golf #pgatour #smylieshow #akshaybhatia #golfpodcast #smyliekaufman #golflesson #camyoung

    1h 2m

  8. MAR 23

    Matt Fitzpatrick Bounces Back At Valspar + Brooks Koepka & Jordan Spieth Trending?

    A week after coming up one shot short at the PLAYERS, Matt Fitzpatrick got right back to work and won the Valspar Championship. Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down the swing work he's done with Mark Blackburn, what stood out most about his mentality after the near miss at Sawgrass, and whether his current form should have people paying closer attention heading into Augusta. They also dive into the pace-of-play controversy on Sunday, with Smylie offering perspective from inside the ropes on what actually frustrates players and how those situations can throw contenders out of rhythm. The episode also looks at the bigger trends coming out of the Florida Swing, including why so many 54-hole leaders have struggled to close this season, what happened to Sungjae Im on Sunday, and why Copperhead continues to be one of the best non-signature tests on the PGA TOUR. Smylie and Charlie also assess where Brooks Koepka and Jordan Spieth stand as the Masters approaches, including why Brooks’ recent iron play is so notable and why Spieth feels closer than his results might suggest. The show wraps with a look at the inaugural success that LIV's South Africa event was, and what it means for golf on a global stage. Plus, are Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm in better form that anyone else as we look ahead to Augusta? Follow us on socials @thesmylieshow ⛳️ & don’t forget to like, comment, & subscribe for more golf insight ✅ Chapters:0:00 Intro3:15 Matt Fitzpatrick’s Valspar win9:09 Can Fitzpatrick contend at Augusta?12:53 Pace-of-play controversy on Sunday22:00 The challenge Copperhead provides30:23 Why it's so difficult to close a 54-hole lead38:17 Breaking down Brooks Koepka's week49:22 Bryson DeChambeau & Jon Rahm ... Masters favorites? #pgatour #golf #valspar #fitzpatrick #smylieshow #smyliekaufman #rorymcilroy #bryson #jonrahm #golfpodcast #golfpreview #golfchannel #masters #augusta

    1 hr
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Smylie Kaufman is a PGA Tour winner, pro golf broadcaster, and the host of "The Smylie Show". Every week, along with his producer and co-host Charlie Hulme, Smylie provides insights and analysis on the game of golf (along with a handful of other miscellaneous items), in addition to sharing long-form conversations with Tour pros and other celebrities who love the game.

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  • Creator
    The Smylie Show
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    316
  • Rating
    Clean
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    The Smylie Show

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