Par 3 Podcast with J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon

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This is a Podcast for Golf Addicts of All Levels. Hosted by Two-Time NBA Champion & NCAA Golfer J.R. Smith and Malbon Golf Co-Founder Stephen Malbon & Sometimes Joined By Our Famous Friends. Par 3 Podcast is all about Golf & Adulting. New Audio & Video Episodes Air Weekly on All Podcast Platforms & YouTube. Made Possible by DBPodcasts For Business Inquiries Contact: Listen@Par3Podcast.com

  1. R5, HOLE 15: Paris Hilinski on European Tour Lessons, Putting Secrets, & The Future of Golf

    4D AGO

    R5, HOLE 15: Paris Hilinski on European Tour Lessons, Putting Secrets, & The Future of Golf

    Pro golfer Paris Hilinski joins the Part 3 Podcast with J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon to talk about her first season competing on the European Tour, how she’s improving her game, and the mental side of putting that separates great golfers from everyone else. The crew dives deep into practice routines, AimPoint putting, course strategy, and the massive growth of golf culture plus stories about Dustin Johnson, Brooks Koepka, and the evolving traditions of the sport.   From learning to play strategic golf in Europe to debating golf etiquette and tee boxes, this episode is a must-watch for golfers who want to think smarter and play better.   Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to the Part Three Podcast & Paris Hilinski 00:38 Paris on her first year playing the European Tour 01:50 The biggest challenge of turning professional 02:09 Coaches helping her improve her swing and putting 02:38 Paris’ practice routine and why wedges are key 03:23 Inside a tour-level putting process 04:29 Why overthinking ruins putting 05:44 The “starting point” method for better putts 07:32 The three things required to make every putt 08:36 Understanding AimPoint and reading greens 10:08 Why long putts are really about avoiding three-putts 12:27 Confidence and commitment in golf shots 13:20 Differences between golf in the U.S. vs Europe 15:26 Learning strategic golf without relying on driver 16:58 Adjusting to links-style courses like Scotland 18:01 The explosion of new golf courses in Florida 21:14 Why golf is growing faster than ever 22:48 The debate: tradition vs modern golf culture 26:56 Tour rules, controversies, and golf etiquette 29:10 Why most golfers should play the forward tees 32:17 How tee selection affects pace of play 34:16 Paris preparing for Q-School in Morocco 36:54 Dustin Johnson stories and tour life 39:13 Fashion, sponsorships, and working with Oakley & Cobra 42:13 New golf technology and 3D-printed irons 43:39 Closing thoughts and the obsession with putting   Produced by DBPodcasts & Zill Media Ⓒ 2023 Golf & Adulting LLC c/o Par 3 Podcast - J.R. Smith, Stephen Malbon, DBPodcasts Watch on YouTube: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    44 min
  2. R5, Hole 14: Dennis Haysbert (Actor) on Golf Addiction, Major League, & Why You “Don’t Practice Enough to Get Mad”

    FEB 19

    R5, Hole 14: Dennis Haysbert (Actor) on Golf Addiction, Major League, & Why You “Don’t Practice Enough to Get Mad”

    J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon are back! Dennis Haysbert joins the Par 3 Podcast from Wynn Las Vegas to talk golf obsession, the mental game, iconic acting moments (Major League, 24 & more), and the real secret to getting better: managing misses, mastering putting, and staying calm when you inevitably hit it in the water.   Timestamps / Chapters: 00:38 Dennis Haysbert joins the show 00:55 Most exotic place Dennis has played golf (Baja / Punta Brava) 01:39 How Dennis thinks about misses + playing over water 02:05 Sherwood memories + golf as a first date 03:43 Why traveling is better when you can play golf 05:00 Best Vegas golf courses to play (Southern Highlands + more) 06:28 Fame on the course: why “good guy roles” get love, villains get heat 07:48 Major League impact + why it mattered to J.R. 10:40 Dennis’ best skill: putting (and what he’s still working on) 12:40 Why golf keeps him sane (focus = everything) 16:18 “You don’t practice enough to get that angry” (best mindset advice) 19:34 How Dennis started playing after his dad passed 21:55 What’s in Dennis’ golf bag (irons, driver, wedges) 23:05 The 9-wood obsession + switching away from long irons 25:23 Golf tech: why it helps but you still have to swing it 27:58 Dennis’ putting routine + reading greens and grain 30:28 Why putting separates pros (Nelly Korda practice story) 33:15 Course management: where to miss vs where you can’t miss 38:43 Dream foursome + dream course picks 41:35 LIV vs PGA: players, money, and the reality of it all 46:29 Practice game: “up-and-down challenge” to level up fast 50:27 Vietnam golf story + wild caddie culture in Asia 54:11 Wrap-up + final thoughts   Produced by DBPodcasts & Zill Media Ⓒ 2023 Golf & Adulting LLC c/o Par 3 Podcast - J.R. Smith, Stephen Malbon, DBPodcasts Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ8PBbrxj5qrnGDuA4eIE8Q Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    55 min
  3. R5, HOLE 13: Steve Aoki (Musician) on Vegas Golf Life, 250 Shows a Year, & Building the Ultimate Creative Playground

    FEB 5

    R5, HOLE 13: Steve Aoki (Musician) on Vegas Golf Life, 250 Shows a Year, & Building the Ultimate Creative Playground

    Live from The Wynn Hotel & Casino! World renowned DJ and producer Steve Aoki joins the Par 3 Podcast to talk nonstop touring, Vegas life, underground LA nightlife, global music collaborations, and his full-blown obsession with golf. From legendary Dim Mak party days to Trackman simulators, cold plunges, and Summit Club stories this episode is pure chaos (in the best way)   00:00 – Welcome to the Par 3 Podcast & introducing Steve Aoki 00:34 – Playing golf in Vegas: Wynn Golf Club & DragonRidge 02:44 – Hearing his own music blasting from a house while golfing 03:28 – Aoki’s music journey: starting at 14 & the “Pursuit of Happiness” remix 04:35 – Touring 200–250 shows a year + Vegas residencies 05:25 – Why Steve moved from LA to Vegas (taxes, touring, culture shift) 07:35 – Underground LA nightlife & Dim Mak era stories (Lady Gaga, Cudi, Kanye) 11:59 – How global touring shaped his international music collaborations 13:44 – Golfing in Korea: tech, hospitality & next-level experiences 14:57 – Early golf memories with his mom & Newport Beach courses 18:26 – Post-COVID reset: health, longevity & rediscovering golf 19:32 – Topgolf addiction, betting games & getting competitive 20:26 – Clubs, coaching, and rapidly leveling up his swing 22:58 – Building a home golf simulator & backyard putting green 24:40 – Inside Steve Aoki’s insane “playhouse” (studio, foam pit, cold plunges) 27:48 – Using extreme experiences to unlock creativity in music 30:08 – Summit Club & Discovery Land: no-rules luxury golf culture 36:41 – Celebrity golf tournaments & Pebble Beach Pro-Am history 40:02 – Why golf is the perfect lifelong competitive sport 41:53 – Final thoughts & wrapping the episode   Produced by DBPodcasts & Zill Media Ⓒ 2023 Golf & Adulting LLC c/o Par 3 Podcast - J.R. Smith, Stephen Malbon, DBPodcasts Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ8PBbrxj5qrnGDuA4eIE8Q Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    42 min
  4. R5, HOLE 12: J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon (Return To The Tee)

    JAN 22

    R5, HOLE 12: J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon (Return To The Tee)

    Live From The Wynn Hotel & Casino! We are Par 3 Podcast & here to discuss: Building their game to scratch, playing around the world, the addiction of golf, how many different types of people are in the space, overcoming injury, playing with those who are better than you, playing with your family, what we have planned for the fans, & so much more. This episode is not to be missed! Produced by DBPodcasts & Zill Media Ⓒ 2023 Golf & Adulting LLC c/o Par 3 Podcast - J.R. Smith, Stephen Malbon, DBPodcasts   Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ8PBbrxj5qrnGDuA4eIE8Q Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    48 min
  5. R5, HOLE 11: Patrick Peterson, Danario Alexander, Swagga Vance, J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon Hole and Hang

    05/09/2025

    R5, HOLE 11: Patrick Peterson, Danario Alexander, Swagga Vance, J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon Hole and Hang

    Coming to you live from Tree Farm in Georgia! The gang is back together and playing a hole. JR & Swagga are playing together when Patrick Peterson & Danario Alexander stop by to hang on the hole. Come join the fun! Ⓒ 2023 Golf & Adulting LLC c/o Par 3 Podcast - J.R. Smith, Stephen Malbon, DBPodcasts Produced by DBPodcasts www.DBPodcasts.com https://m.youtube.com/@par3podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    14 min
  6. R5, HOLE 10: Ryan Ruffels, Andrew Santino & J.R. Smith Hole and Hang

    05/02/2025

    R5, HOLE 10: Ryan Ruffels, Andrew Santino & J.R. Smith Hole and Hang

    Coming to you live from Tree Farm in Georgia! The gang is back together and playing a hole. Ryan breaks down the SWOT analysis of J.R.’s game & so much more. This episode is not to be missed!   Ⓒ 2023 Golf & Adulting LLC c/o Par 3 Podcast - J.R. Smith, Stephen Malbon, DBPodcasts Produced by DBPodcasts www.DBPodcasts.com https://m.youtube.com/@par3podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    10 min
  7. R5, HOLE 9: ON COURSE AT BRAEMAR with Schoolboy Q, Sean Malto, Nate Hill, Spoety, Ron Del Barrio & more

    04/04/2025

    R5, HOLE 9: ON COURSE AT BRAEMAR with Schoolboy Q, Sean Malto, Nate Hill, Spoety, Ron Del Barrio & more

    Welcome to a very special Par 3 Podcast & we're here to have fun with Golf & Adulting! WE are here on a special episode on course at Braemar! Par 3 Podcast Merchandise is available for Purchase at: https://www.par3podcast.com/ Made possible by DBPodcasts https://www.DBPodcasts.com Visit https://www.MalbonGolf.com Follow @stephenmalbon, @teamswish, @par3podcast on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    52 min
  8. R5, HOLE 8: THE BOYS ARE BACK: J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon on Heading To Augusta & Playing with ForePlay, Working with Jason Day, LPGA Players Prep

    03/21/2025

    R5, HOLE 8: THE BOYS ARE BACK: J.R. Smith & Stephen Malbon on Heading To Augusta & Playing with ForePlay, Working with Jason Day, LPGA Players Prep

    Dressing swaggy & glowing up Putting together a former pro athlete golf tour Doing a new campaign with Gary Sheffield Playing with LPGA players Working with Jason Day & Masters looks The importance of alignment & setups Swing thoughts Stock Iron lengths Draw vs. Fade Routine of Professionals Visualization Heading to Augusta Where they’ve been playing lately Alignment sticks & so much more. This episode is not to be missed!    Ⓒ 2023 Golf & Adulting LLC c/o Par 3 Podcast - J.R. Smith, Stephen Malbon, DBPodcasts Produced by DBPodcasts www.DBPodcasts.com https://m.youtube.com/@par3podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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This is a Podcast for Golf Addicts of All Levels. Hosted by Two-Time NBA Champion & NCAA Golfer J.R. Smith and Malbon Golf Co-Founder Stephen Malbon & Sometimes Joined By Our Famous Friends. Par 3 Podcast is all about Golf & Adulting. New Audio & Video Episodes Air Weekly on All Podcast Platforms & YouTube. Made Possible by DBPodcasts For Business Inquiries Contact: Listen@Par3Podcast.com

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