Beyond the Fairway

Doug Smith & Will Lowery
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Beyond the Fairway

Back for a fourth season, Beyond The Fairway is where golf meets culture in a laid-back, outside-the-ropes vibe. Two former professional golfers turned widely respected voices in golf take you beyond the scores and highlights, to serve you a chilled dose of game, with a healthy side of sh!t talkin'. Hosts Doug Smith (Golf Channel/PGA Tour Live) and Will Lowery (Golf Pass/Underrated Tour) bring you candid interviews with celebrities and entertainers, sharing their unique take on the game and how it intertwines with life. While keeping it all the way 'one hunnid' from hilarious segments to insightful betting tips, this podcast will be your new favorite playing partner.

  1. APR 23

    First Time at The Masters, Jordan Brand Golf Vibes, & What's The Next Big Storyline in Golf?

    This week on Beyond The Fairway, Will and Doug pull up fresh from their first trip to the Masters—and trust us, the experience did not disappoint. From Amen Corner to the concessions to those infamous no-phone rules, we’re giving you the real behind Augusta’s mystique. 👀 Then we dive into our exclusive look at the Jordan Brand Golf collection—and yes, it’s clean. We break down the new gear, the sneaker crossover moment, and what Jordan’s golf legacy could mean for the culture. We also chop it up about our golf bucket list courses (let us know yours in the comments!) and debate the next big storyline heading into the 2025 PGA Championship after JT’s comeback win following Rory’s dub. Is golf about to catch fire this season? 🎙️ Topics This Episode: Our First Trip to the Masters: What They Don’t Show on TV Jordan Brand’s New Golf Line Golf Bucket List Courses: Where We’re Trying to Play Next? PGA Championship Preview: What’s the Next Big Storyline? 👇 Drop a comment: Have you been to Augusta? What’s your dream course to play? Who’s winning the next major? Beyond The Fairway is a laid-back, outside-the-ropes vibe where golf meets culture. Hosted by former professional golfers turned golf thought leaders, Will Lowery (Golf Pass/Underrated Tour) and Doug Smith (Golf Channel/PGA Tour Live) , take you beyond the scores and highlights. Follow Beyond the Fairway here: Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-fairway/id1548370084 Instagram: @beyondthefairway Twitter: @beyondthefwy TikTok: @beyondthefairway Music credit to Keagan Stromberg for composing the intro song: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EVTqnnsjJwFRzjJsZgMPC?si=qok-HK-OTNKJJ-YOuZOxAQ

    23 min

  2. APR 10

    Masters Preview, LIV vs PGA Creator Drama, and Our First Trip to Augusta!

    In this episode of Beyond The Fairway, the guys tee up a bold preview of the 2025 Masters Tournament, breaking down who’s hot, who’s not making the cut, and who’s got a real shot at the green jacket this year. Plus, we get real about the tension between content creators and the traditional golf world following LIV Duels Miami. And yeah… we finally made it to Augusta National TOGETHER. First impressions, real talk, and what they don’t show you on TV. 🎙️ Topics Covered: 2025 Masters: Predictions & Players to Watch LIV Miami Recap: The Good, the Wild, the Future Creator Classic: Tour vs Creators – What's the Real Issue? Our First Time at The Masters: Culture, Access & Augusta Energy Beyond The Fairway is a laid-back, outside-the-ropes vibe where golf meets culture. Hosted by former professional golfers turned golf thought leaders, Will Lowery (Golf Pass/Underrated Tour) and Doug Smith (Golf Channel/PGA Tour Live) , take you beyond the scores and highlights. Follow Beyond the Fairway here: Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Instagram: @beyondthefairway Twitter: @beyondthefwy TikTok: @beyondthefairway Music credit to Keagan Stromberg for composing the intro song: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EVTq...

    25 min

  3. MAR 26

    Golf needs VILLAINS, PGA Tour Pros vs. the Media, and Creator Classic Shanks

    Beyond The Fairway is BACK! Will and Doug discuss PGA tour pros breaking and throwing clubs at the Valspar Championship, Collin Morikawa not owing the media anything after losing at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, Rick Pitino's viral speech on adversity, and what was missing from the Creator Classic. Beyond The Fairway is a laid-back, outside-the-ropes vibe where golf meets culture. Hosted by former professional golfers turned golf thought leaders, Will Lowery (Golf Pass/Jupiter Links Golf Club/Underrated Tour) and Doug Smith (Golf Channel/PGA Tour Live) , take you beyond the scores and highlights. Follow Beyond the Fairway here: Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-fairway/id1548370084 Instagram: @beyondthefairway Twitter: @beyondthefwy TikTok: @beyondthefairway Music credit to Keagan Stromberg for composing the intro song: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EVTqnnsjJwFRzjJsZgMPC?si=qok-HK-OTNKJJ-YOuZOxAQ

    24 min

  4. 11/21/2024

    What Makes a Good Golf Coach & Eating on the Course | BTF Season 4 Finale!

    It's the season finale of Beyond the Fairway! The guys chat about juniors wanting to be with top named coaches, what goes into making a great golf coach and what you should being eating during a round. 00:00 - Intro 01:59 - Juniors and Coaches 07:43 - What Makes a Good Golf Coach 10:17 - What to Eat During a Round? 14:42 - New PGA TOUR Exemptions 17:25 - That's a Wrap on Season 4! Beyond The Fairway is a laid-back, outside-the-ropes vibe where golf meets culture. Hosted by former professional golfers turned golf thought leaders, Will Lowery (Golf Pass/Underrated Tour) and Doug Smith (Golf Channel/PGA Tour Live) , take you beyond the scores and highlights. Follow Beyond the Fairway here: Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-fairway/id1548370084 Instagram: @beyondthefairway Twitter: @beyondthefwy TikTok: @beyondthefairway Music credit to Keagan Stromberg for composing the intro song: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EVTqnnsjJwFRzjJsZgMPC?si=qok-HK-OTNKJJ-YOuZOxAQ

    20 min

  5. 10/16/2024

    Equipment SZN & How to Spot a Good/Bad Golfer

    The fellas are talking equipment in this episode of Beyond the Fairway! The guys dive into some new tech, some throwback clubs and if there is a need for buying new equipment every year. The guys also hit on what the PGA TOUR can do to spice up the Fall Series and give tips and clues on how to spot a good/bad golfer. 02:05 - Equipment SZN 14:10 - Older Gen Getting Into Golf 20:40 - Oldest Club in the Bag 24:00 - Gear of Yesteryear 31:30 - How to Spice Up the Fall Series on PGA TOUR 36:40 - How to Spot a Good/Bad Golfer Beyond The Fairway is a laid-back, outside-the-ropes vibe where golf meets culture. Hosted by former professional golfers turned golf thought leaders, Will Lowery (Golf Pass/Underrated Tour) and Doug Smith (Golf Channel/PGA Tour Live) , take you beyond the scores and highlights. Follow Beyond the Fairway here: Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-fairway/id1548370084 Instagram: @beyondthefairway Twitter: @beyondthefwy TikTok: @beyondthefairway Music credit to Keagan Stromberg for composing the intro song: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EVTqnnsjJwFRzjJsZgMPC?si=qok-HK-OTNKJJ-YOuZOxAQ

    44 min

  6. 10/04/2024

    Private Golf vs Public Golf, Presidents Cup Recap and YouTube Golf Boom | Beyond the Fairway

    This week, Doug and Will are recapping the Presidents Cup and USA winning (again) over the International Team. The guys then chat about how to spot the difference between a private golfer and a public golfer. They also hit on the YouTube golf boom and what golf fans tune in to during a broadcast. 00:00 - Dougie Fresh and Friends 03:21 - Presidents Cup was a vibe 07:21 - Private golf vs public golf 13:18 - What fans want in a broadcast 16:21 - YouTube golf boom 19:46 - PGA TOUR and LIV Golf Latest Beyond The Fairway is a laid-back, outside-the-ropes vibe where golf meets culture. Hosted by former professional golfers turned golf thought leaders, Will Lowery (Golf Pass/Underrated Tour) and Doug Smith (Golf Channel/PGA Tour Live) , take you beyond the scores and highlights. Follow Beyond the Fairway here: Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-fairway/id1548370084 Instagram: @beyondthefairway Twitter: @beyondthefwy TikTok: @beyondthefairway Music credit to Keagan Stromberg for composing the intro song: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EVTqnnsjJwFRzjJsZgMPC?si=qok-HK-OTNKJJ-YOuZOxAQ

    25 min

  7. 09/27/2024

    Is the Presidents Cup Relevant? | Golf TV Ratings & Lost Golf Balls | BTF S04 Ep. 24

    Will and Doug are looking at the Presidents Cup in Montreal this week and ask if the event if still relevant. The guys also chat about how viewership in golf is down across the board and discuss the article about billions of golf balls being lost each year. 00:00 - Welcome & Intro 03:50 - Will Heading North of the Border 05:34 - Doug Smith, Member-Guest Champion 12:05 - Golf Viewership & Ratings 20:08 - Is the Presidents Cup Relevant? 26:14 - Billions of Golf Balls Lost Each Year 35:25 - Man Assaulted on Golf Course Beyond The Fairway is a laid-back, outside-the-ropes vibe where golf meets culture. Hosted by former professional golfers turned golf thought leaders, Will Lowery (Golf Pass/Underrated Tour) and Doug Smith (Golf Channel/PGA Tour Live) , take you beyond the scores and highlights. Follow Beyond the Fairway here: Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-fairway/id1548370084 Instagram: @beyondthefairway Twitter: @beyondthefwy TikTok: @beyondthefairway Music credit to Keagan Stromberg for composing the intro song: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EVTqnnsjJwFRzjJsZgMPC?si=qok-HK-OTNKJJ-YOuZOxAQ

    40 min

  8. 09/20/2024

    Pro Golf vs YouTube Golf, Solheim Cup Debacle & Hit and Runs

    Beyond The Fairway is a laid-back, outside-the-ropes vibe where golf meets culture. Hosted by former professional golfers turned golf thought leaders, Will Lowery (Golf Pass/Underrated Tour) and Doug Smith (Golf Channel/PGA Tour Live) , take you beyond the scores and highlights. Follow Beyond the Fairway here: Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-fairway/id1548370084 Instagram: @beyondthefairway Twitter: @beyondthefwy TikTok: @beyondthefairway Music credit to Keagan Stromberg for composing the intro song: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EVTqnnsjJwFRzjJsZgMPC?si=qok-HK-OTNKJJ-YOuZOxAQ

    42 min
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Back for a fourth season, Beyond The Fairway is where golf meets culture in a laid-back, outside-the-ropes vibe. Two former professional golfers turned widely respected voices in golf take you beyond the scores and highlights, to serve you a chilled dose of game, with a healthy side of sh!t talkin'. Hosts Doug Smith (Golf Channel/PGA Tour Live) and Will Lowery (Golf Pass/Underrated Tour) bring you candid interviews with celebrities and entertainers, sharing their unique take on the game and how it intertwines with life. While keeping it all the way 'one hunnid' from hilarious segments to insightful betting tips, this podcast will be your new favorite playing partner.

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  • Creator
    Doug Smith & Will Lowery
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Crosshand Productions
  • Show Website
    Beyond the Fairway

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