The Course Of Life

It's time for our annual Festivus episode, where we celebrate the year that was, the year that is coming, and put in all in a box created by our favorite TV show, Seinfeld. Airing of Grievances: We've got problems about the last year, and we're going to let you know what they are! Like how people drive, how bad Team USA was in the Ryder Cup, and how expensive everything is. Great Feats of Strength: A lot of people did some strong things this year, and we shout out their accomplishments, like Rory completing the Grand Slam and Scottie winning two more majors. Festivus Miracles: We look forward to 2026 and predict what amazing things may happen, like Taylor's wedding going off without a hitch, or Tommy Fleetwood finally winning a major. And we finish, as always, with food and our fondest memories of the past year, including Michael's part of the journey of growth at Auspicious Bakery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Swirling rumors of whose in and whose out in LIV, the start of the college football playoffs, and our resident Holiday and Christmas expert Brandi Milloy returns. Rumors are swirling about Brooks Koepka's future at LIV, and who may be coming in to the rival tour. The Grant Thornton Invitational's winning duo included one golfer who has fulfilled the "modern grand-slam." Scottie Scheffler won another Player of the the Year Award, as if there was any doubt. The Korn Ferry's Q-School gave guys the their last chance to secure a TOUR card for 2026, and former guest Dylan Wu did just that in dramatic style. Hanukkah is here and Christmas is right around the corner as Alex and Michael are deep in the holidays now. In Tuned In, Michael is enjoying, yet is mildly annoyed, at the audiobook version of Dune, while Alex is flipping between the Taylor Swift Eras Tour documentary and the P. Diddy documentary. This week's guest is Brandi Milloy, returning to the podcast for the sixth time. Brandi shares updates for her year including trips to Germany and Prague, plus givers her annual tips for a successful Christmas including how to break the ice with the family. College football has entered its bowl season, and the first round of the college football playoffs begin this weekend. In the NFL, Alex's Patriots finally tally a loss, while the Chiefs aren't looking too hot with a season ending injury to Patrick Mahomes. Michael shares an amazing rebrand for the Madison Capitols hockey team, who for "Birds Aren't Real" night became the Surveillance Swans. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is enjoying an amazing cheese steak, while Michael shares a review of the newest Italian eatery in Savannah, Lucia Pasta Bar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tiger talks about the potential new, shorter PGA TOUR, and Pheonix's Private Chef William Turner returns to the podcast. At the Hero World Challenge, Tiger Woods talked at length about the proposed changes and shortening of the PGA TOUR's schedule to 20 events. Alex and Michael share their thoughts and wonder when this could happen. On the golf course at the Hero, Hideki Matsuyama won in a playoff in the birdie fest in the Bahamas. The DP World Tour had two events this weekend, but it was Rory's odd shot off a fruit that caught the world at the Australian Open. This weekend's Grant Thornton Invitational is bringing together the best of the LPGA and the not best from the PGA TOUR in an event that isn't living up to its potential. December is here, which means shopping and winter markets and the last month of Michael's board game challenge. In Tuned In, Alex is excited that Fyre Festival Billy McFarland finally completed a festival, and Michael can't believe how much Netflix is paying to buy Warner Brothers. This week's guest is Chef William Turner, who returns to the post after first appearing five years ago. The private chef based in Pheonix, AZ, chats with Alex about how he brings his Low Country roots to the South West, how he's grown his business and the next steps for him as his popularity soars. The college football playoff bracket has arrived and the biggest surprise is Notre Dame, not just being absent, but deciding they don't want to play in any bowl games after being "snubbed." In the NFL, the Packers and Lions make gains, while the Chiefs are looking like a losing team. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares an "exciting" new additional to Boston's Logan Airport food hall, while Michael gives an update on the diet during the hardest time of the year to be on a diet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The return of the Skins Game did not disappoint, a potential new shorter PGA schedule frightens Alex and Michael, and a conversation with Swedish golfer and two-time LPGA winner Linn Grant. The Skins Game returns to Thanksgiving weekend and Keagan Bradley did his best to avenge the Ryder Cup. The Hero World Challenge marks the start of silly season in golf as Scottie Scheffler looks for his third straight win in paradise. The PGA TOUR schedule is rumored to potentially decrease drastically, to just 20 events, and Alex and Michael think its starting to sound a lot like some other golf tour that's out there. Thanksgiving weeks is in the books, including karaoke for Alex and a whole lot of baking and cooking for Michael. Alex asks if We Can All Agree at what point the paper towel roll should be replaced. In Tuned In, Alex shares a top Christmas music update, and reveals the winner of the Thanksgiving Giveaway on social media. This week's guest is Linn Grant, 2-time LPGA winner, having just captured the ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge. The Swedish golfer chats with Alex about what it was like winning at the ANNIKA, playing with fellow Swedes, and the holiday baking she'll be getting into. College Football had a busy holiday weekend, with Texas causing problems for the Top 5. Plus, Lane Kiffin moves along, and will Bill Belichick follow suit? In the NFL, the Bears get a big win on Friday, and Alex and Michael pretend to know what happened Monday night. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his favorite Thanksgiving dish from the past week, and Michael looks ahead to next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeeno repeats at the CME, heartbreak on the PGA TOUR, and the Tournament Director of the 2026 KMPG Women's PGA Championship, Laura Frick. Jeeno Thitikul took her second consecutive CME Group Tour Championship and is now the best player in the World, all this at 22 and after only four years on the LPGA. The RSM Classic wrapped up the PGA TOUR season, and other than a new winner, the big news was the players who have unfortunately missed out on keeping their TOUR cards for next season. The LIV guys showed up to the Saudi Invitational, but no fans did, and it was weird. The Skins Game returns on Black Friday, with some major post-Ryder Cup storylines. Thanksgiving is here, and that means a lot of fun for Alex, while Michael is making bread for his community. In this week's Can We All Agree, Alex thinks the DOT's new Civility Campaign which Alex and Michael think all makes sense. In Tuned In, Michael shares how he's become a handy man, while Alex is surprised that Mariah Carey's Christmas hit still isn't in the Top 10. This week's guest is Laura Frick, the Tournament Director for the 2026 KMPG Women's PGA Championship, to be held at Hazeltine in Minnesota. Laura chats with Alex and shares what it means to go to school for a job in the PGA, and how the 2026 KMPG is going to be amazing. The guy's alma mater, Quinnipiac University, it celebrating its first men's basketball win over an ACC team, and the guys couldn't believe it as the Bobcats took down Pitt. College Football's big Thanksgiving weekend includes Texas and undefeated Texas A&M, which could shake up Alex's top 4 teams. Meanwhile, Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson are enjoying an end to an interesting first season in North Carolina. In the NFL, Michael continues to pitch for Bill to come coach the Giants, while Alex's Patriots have the best record in the game. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all Thanksgiving and Michael's birthday plans (or lack thereof) for this big food holiday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex reports back from a week in Florida at Soleta and The ANNIKA, plus a chat with PopStroke CEO Greg Bartoli. Alex started his Florida week off with a trip to the beautiful Soleta Golf Club, outside of Tampa, and shares a conversation with head pro Aaron Crooks about this amazing new course. Alex then headed to The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge to check out the chilly practice rounds and ask questions of Kai Trump and host Annika Sorenstam. The DP World Tour wrapped up their season in Dubai, handing Rory McIlroy his seventh career Race to Dubai win, and Matthew Fitzpatrick claiming the DP World Tour Championship in a playoff over McIlroy. The PGA Tour's incredibly windy Butterfield Bermuda Championship included some runners along the ground instead of flying in the air, one handed putts, and a win for Adam Schenk. The PGA Champions Tour also came to an end as Stewart Cink claimed the season finale, but more notably, Bernhard Langer's streak Champions Tour seasons with a win finally came to an end at 17. Back in Texas, Alex recounts what else he did in Florida for his relaxing vacation, while Michael is busy making hundreds of pounds of bread a day as the bakery sprints into the holiday season. In Tuned In, the guys share a plethora of media that their consuming, including the traveling Broadway show Hadestown, Mariah Carey taking her time to climb the charts, and Harry Potter. This week's guest is Greg Bartoli, the founder and CEO of PopStroke. From Wall Street to a popular mini golf empire with Tiger Woods, Greg chats with Alex about the journey, plus what makes PopStroke so different. College Football season rolls on and Alex shares his top teams, which are a bit different from the AP Poll. The NFL's best still including Alex's Patriots, as Michael's Giants look worse and worse. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares the great food he had in Marco Island, FL, while Michael prepares his Thanksgiving menu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LIV makes a 18-hole change for 2026, Alex prepare for the LPGA, and a former NFL wide receiver on this week's podcast. The World Wide Technologies Championship gave one American golfer his third win of the season, thanks in no small part, in his words, to not having to worry about Scottie Scheffler this week. LIV Golf is making a big change for 2026: expanding to 72 holes. Something that makes them seem a whole lot like the PGA TOUR. The LPGA finished off their Asian swing with the TOTO Japan Classic, giving one veteran her seventh career win. Alex is headed to the ANNIKA in Florida this week, and is preparing what exactly he's going to ask the stars that show up. In Can We All Agree, Alex asks if we can get rid of hand dryers and just go to paper towels, something that Michael is a little hesitant to do. In Tuned In, Alex shares how their is an AI musical artist climbing the charts, making Michael go mad. This week's guest is Geremy Davis, the former NFL wide receiver who now hosts Golf and Gospel on YouTube. Geremy chats with Alex about playing in the NFL with Eli Manning, and how he uses golf to share his faith with others. College football is getting set into its ways as the top teams keep winning, as expected. In the NFL, Alex's Patriots are poised to be one of the best teams in the NFL after a big road win, making his giddy with excitement. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Michael asks Alex how long it would take him to shape 450 loaves of challah, something Michael just did at the bakery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A LPGA rookie wins again, pondering Tiger's future, and Sweet Empire's Wells Adams on hosting a baking show. The LPGA's Mayback Championship went to a playoff to produce another win for a tour Rookie. Plus, a look ahead to Alex's trip to the ANNIKA in two weeks. The PGA TOUR comes back at a Tiger Woods designed course this weekend, and Michael wonders if Tiger will go play on the Champions TOUR. Halloween has come and gone, and Alex shares his great weekend, while Michael wonders why his neighbors set up tables for the trick-or-treators. In the new Can We All Agree, Michael fumes about kids taking handfuls and handfuls of candy on Halloween. In Tuned In, Alex can't believe how bad it was without ESPN and ABC thanks to YouTube TV, plus he wonders if rap is dead. This week's guest is Wells Adams, the host of the new baking competition show Sweet Empire on Food Network. Wells returns to the podcast to chat with Alex about what it was like hosting the holiday edition of the new show, eating all the cake while the professional judges took small bites, and how religious of an experience it was to play St Andrews this year. College Football continues to cement its top teams, as Alex shares his top 4 with just a few weeks left. In the NFL, Alex's Patriots remain atop the AFC East, while Michael's Giants struggle again and former New York QB Daniel Jones continues to show amazing success in Indianapolis. The World Series ended in LA's favor after seven games, much to the chagrin of Alex and Michael. But the real headline is how it's great to be a ballplayer named Will Smith for the past 5 years. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares what he's going to do with his leftover Halloween candy, and the guys realize its only 3 weeks till Thanksgiving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The golfing world is (mostly) in Asia again this week, plus Alex asks "Can We All Agree?", and another coach bites the dust in the college world. The Bank of Utah Championship featured an exciting first time winner, who just 7 weeks ago was playing in the lowly PGA Americas Tour. The LPGA's Hanwha LIFEPLUS International Crown, played in Korea, an annual event with teams from all over the world, once again made Michael ask why we don't have a co-ed event on the calendar. The DP World Tour's season finale Genesis Invitational, also in Korea, included some Sunday heroics from three players to keep their Tour cards, including one amazing hole-out. It's late October which means Fall Festivals and more across the country, including the annual East Side Mini Open in Alex's Austin, TX. In a new segment Alex is calling "Can We All Agree?", he asks for everyone to stop taking full-volume face time calls, and to leave a space between when taking a treadmill at the gym. In Tuned In, Michael finally watches the viral sensation "K-Pop Demon Hunters," while Alex is catching the new show "DMV." College Football's Indiana continues to impress, making even Alex come around to them. Meanwhile, LSU fires their coach after a horrific start, but Deion Sanders and Bill Belichick are still at their respective institutions. In the NFL, the Jets finally break out for a big win, Alex and other Patriot fans are about to become insufferable again, and Michael can feel the pain of the Giants. The World Series continues and while Alex and Michael pray for anyone but the Dodgers, the guys don't have great faith. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about what candy will be given out on Halloween night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Golf returns to Austin, paying to recline on an airplane, and comedian Shivani Dave on this week's podcast. The PGA TOUR is officially returning to Austin, TX next year with a new sponsor and course. The LPGA continues their Asian swing, and very quietly a veteran player claims her 13th career win on her home soil. Tommy Fleetwood is having an incredible past few months as he claims the DP World Tour's new India Championship. Alex shares a disturbing story of how one airline is testing seats that you have to pay extra for if you want to recline. Michael caught the start of the Savannah Ghost Pirates hockey season this weekend, and couldn't believe how horrible the officiating was. In Tuned In, Michael shares his modern review of the live action Scooby Doo movie, while Alex shares the crazy guest star at the Jonas Brothers concert in Austin. This week's guest is Shivani Dave, an up-and-coming comedian whom Alex knows from their time in high school together. Shivani shares stories of playing tennis in college, transitioning from the business world to comedy, and what its like to workshop jokes and made content. The NBA season continues without LeBron James, but Alex is most impressed by the Boston Celtics media game against the Celtic's coaches. College football is losing coaches, but not Bill Belichick (at least not yet). Meanwhile, Lane Kiffin raised eyebrows with a certain photograph, and the game's most famous dog, Peter Herbstreit, is causing a stir on Twitter. Alex's Patriots continue to roll in the NFL against some of the league's worst, while Michael Giants show greatness one moment, and why they're in the league's basement the next. The Dodgers dominated the Brewers and Alex asks Michael to compare Shohei Ohtani's game 4 performance to a golfer. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is puzzled but he new pumpkin peeps, while Michael shares some tips and tricks that work for him on his new diet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another surgery for Tiger Woods, the start of basketball and hockey season, and Elizabeth Diane Veith returns to the podcast. The Baycurrent Classic in Japan gave Max Grayserman another good chance at a win, and another loss for the second straight week. In Shanghai, the LPGA's best finally rose to the top as the season finally got its first repeat winner and a favorite for player on the year. Tiger Woods broke big news when he announced he had yet another back surgery. Michael wonders how long till he comes back (if at all), and Alex is in shock at the possibilities. October is in full swing as Alex's backyard chip-and-putt has turned dull and brown, while Halloween is around the corner and the guys figure out their costumes. In Tuned In, Michael finally watches "Deadpool and Wolverine" and shares his review, while Alex shares a Channing Tatum update from his wife. This week's guest is Elizabeth Diane Veith, who returns to the podcast fresh off her appearance in the Content Creator Classic. Elizabeth chats with Alex about playing in the event with fellow content creators, all the different member-guest tournaments she's been in, and life as a mom. The WNBA season has ended and it's time to crown the Las Vegas Aces as a dynasty. Alex is hoping next season the Indiana Fever, behind a healthy Caitlin Clark, can battle out the Aces in the finals. The NBA season is starting up, but without LeBron James, who may be out for well over a month. Alex may not miss him, especially after LeBron's poor marketing partnership amid another "decision." Hockey season is also starting up, but all Michael cares about his college hockey and their Quinnipiac Bobcats. College football had another crazy weekend, and it's looking more and more likely that Bill Belichick may not finish out the year at UNC. In the NFL, Alex's Patriots and Michael Giants are celebrating big wins, and the guys may be in shock at it. In baseball, Michael's Yankees got knocked out by the Blue Jays and now he wonders how the team can turn it around. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, it's all about the Texas State Fair and the odd food you can find in Dallas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alligators and more at the Sanderson Farms Championship, Taylor Swift's new album, and Piff Golf shares how golfing has made her better. The Sanderson Farms Championship in Mississippi got us a new winner on the PGA Tour, plus a run-in with an alligator. The LPGA's record streak of no repeat winners continued at the LOTTE Championship with a 22-year old who doesn't have LPGA status. The DP World Tour returned to St Andrews and Bobby McIntyre capped off a great weekend after winning the Ryder Cup. LIV Golf released their 2024 financials, and it doesn't look good in the Suadis are in the business of making money. Summer is coming to an end but Alex is confused as it's still 90 in Texas. Michael, meanwhile, keeps waiting for a hurricane in Georgia. In Tuned In, Michael gets in touch with his pottery side, while Alex gives his review of "The Life Of A Showgirl" from Taylor Swift. This week's guest is Piff Golfs, a content creator and new golfer whose fame made her rethink what she was doing in life. Now she credits golf, the content, and the wild ride with making her a better person and shares why she loves it all. Penn State and Texas continue to disappoint in college football, and so does UNC and Bill Belichick. In the NFL, Alex's Patriots look like they could make the playoffs, while Michael's Giants have a historic streak of turnovers as Jaxson Dart comes back down to reality. The MLB Postseason started out with a high note for Michael's Yankees, but has soured as the Blue Jays are whooping ass to start the ALDS. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex wonders why M&Ms and water go together, while Michael shares some crazy MLB Postseason stadium eats, including Philly's special 9-9-9 box. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bethpage Black was full of beatdowns, bewilderment, and bedlam, as well as our very own Alex, in this week's monster Ryder Cup recap episode. The Ryder Cup looked woefully out of the American's grasp, until it almost wasn't. Alex and Michael break down the entire week at Bethpage, including the raucous crowds, the poor decisions, the amazing European play, and the unbelievable Sunday that almost was. Plus, a look at who might captain the next team in Ireland. Alex was at the Ryder Cup, and shares what it was like being in NYC for a crazy golf weekend. In Tuned In, Michael shares what it was like at Busch Garden's Hallow-Scream, including a lot of screaming, and Alex finally checks out Stick on Apple TV. College football has some more massive upsets, including horrible Georgia and Penn State home losses. In the NFL, Alex and Michael are enjoying a rare week of joy, as Alex's Patriots added to the win column, while Michael's Giants rejoice at the start of the Jaxson Dart era. Baseball regular season comes to a close, and Michael highlights some of the crazy collapses and stories of the season, before Michael and Alex tell each other that the AL Wildcard matchup between their favorites, the Yankees and Red Sox, will only go their own way. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares what it was like eating everything at the Ryder Cup, along with the crazy In-N-Out Home Run rule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An American wins in France, a preview of this weekend's Ryder Cup, and Boston comedian Dan Boulger on this week's new episode. At The French Open, Brooks Koepka looked poised to become the fourth American to win the tournament, but a late falter led to another American to a big victory. The LPGA's 54-hole NW Arkansas Championship saw a huge amount of rain, and ended up being conceded after just 18 holes. Strangely enough, friend of the podcast Stacy Lewis, who announced her retirement this week, played in the tournament the last time is was shortened due to rain to 18 holes. The golfing world descends on Bethpage Black this weekend for the Ryder Cup. Alex and Michael look at the odds, and what Team USA needs to claim a victory on home soil. Plus, Alex trying to figure out what he's going to do when he's on the grounds Saturday and Sunday. In Tuned In, Michael vents about people driving way too fast, while Alex is watching a new reality show with some comparisons to Squid Games. This week's guest is comedian Dan Boulger. Dan chats with Alex about how he got into comedy, his impressive golf game, and more. The Indiana Fever have played almost all season without Caitlin Clark, and they don't seem to need her, as they are now rolling through the playoffs. College football season continues to trod along, and Alex predicts that Indiana may not be what they seem. Alex shares a bright spot in the NFL, before the boys lament their horribleness that is their teams, including Michael's lowly Giants who may finally have to make the call for Jaxson Dart. With just over a week left in the baseball season, the guy's teams are poised for the playoffs, but Alex predicts the Brewers will finally win the World Series. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is ready to start enjoying his favorites in Austin as he returns to Texas, while Michael gives a diet update. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A loaded field at the ProCore Championship, Mayor Ken from Oregon, IL, and Jon Schultz talks pin placement and ezLocator. The ProCore Championship's loaded field of US Ryder Cup stars did not disappointed as the takeover of Silverado helps prepare for Bethpage. The European's showed up at the BMW PGA Championship, and so did Captain America Patrick Reed. Jon Daly had an epic start to his Champions Tour event, with a record high score on the back nine. The LPGA is back on the schedule and it was an epic conclusion to the Kroger Queen City Championship with a two shot swing to get a former champion back in the winner's circle. Alex is besides himself at the PGA is planning to bring back golf to Austin, TX next year. Alex's time in the midwest is coming to a close, but not before he got in another adventure to a small town with big charm, Oregon, IL. Alex caught up with the Major, Ken Williams, who shares what makes their city so unique, and its more than just how you pronounce it. In Tuned In, Michael is getting back into his video-gamer era, while Alex unilaterally announces the song of the summer. This week's guest is Jon Schultz, the founder of ezLocator. Jon chats with Alex about how this software helps golf courses find better pin locations, making it easier for the groundkeeper to keep it interesting, and how the players are loving new and challenging holes. College football continues to supply some big games, as Georgia rolls on and Notre Dame faulters. In the NFL, Alex's Patriots finally break the curse of Miami, while Michael's Giants find more ways to lose. Michael's Yankees finally win a series of the Red Sox, as they continue their hunt for the top seed in the AL East. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is preparing for a St Louis food stop on his way back home to try toasted ravioli, while Michael has decided there's no time like the present to start a new diet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rory made magic, again, at the K Club for his second Irish Open Victory, a course Alex and Michael know well. The US Ryder Cup Team (most of them) are headed to the ProCore Championship, turning a sleepy event at Silverado into a loaded field. Alex's time in the midwest is coming to a close as the calendar turns and chilly fall weather comes on. In Tuned In, Michael is confused by the new slang of Gen Alpha, while Alex is reliving the music from the VMAs. This week's guest is Scott deOliveira, the General Manager at PrairieView Golf Course in Byron, IL. Alex chats with Scott about the beautiful course nestled in the country, and the unique driving range on the property, PrarieFire. College Football has entered silly season as blowout wins galore happen. And Bill Billichick finally notches a win. The NFL season kicked off and Alex's Patriots and Michael's Giants picked up where they left off last season... losing. Baseball season only has a few weeks left, and Michael's Yankees are gunning for he Blue Jays in the AL East. Meanwhile, the Colorado Rockies still have a chance to capture the all-time losing record. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex is in love with the midwest fish Fridays, while Michael can't get over some of the crazy food holidays this month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tommy Fleetwood finally did it last week, and won for the biggest payday of the season. Alex and Michael wonder how many more he'll win now that he's broken through. The Ryder Cup Teams are set after Captains Keagan and Luke made their final picks. Alex thinks the US team is lacking quality, while Luke Donald's European squad looks a lot like the one that won in Rome in 2023. The LPGA's FM Championship, at the amazing TPC Boston, featured ANOTHER rookie winning on tour this season. Charlie Woods was all over social media with his hole-in-one, but Alex is celebrating Michael's namesake, Miles Russell, racking up trophies and topping leaderboards. Alex's birthday week celebrations are just getting started, as he golfs and eats his way to his late 30's. Michael recaps his amazing trip to Alaska, which brought spectacular views, wildlife sightings, but also sickness. In Tuned In, Michael can't stop his excitement of the biggest engagement of the millennium, while Alex is actually watching music on MTV. This week's guest is Morey Hershgordon, lead sports anchor at WHDH in Boston. Morey returns to the podcast to chat about fatherhood, the Patriots chances this season, and more in the Boston sports scene. College football is back, as week 1 already included upsets and disappointing QB performances. The NFL season is coming next week, and Alex's Patriots and Michael's Giants are looking for turnaround seasons. Baseball season heads to its final month, and Michael's Yankees seem to be taking advantage of a weak schedule to rally ahead of Alex's Red Sox. As the guys #AlwaysEndWithFood, Alex shares his birthday food plans, while Michael shares how the food was on the cruise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special episode, Tom Ferrell of Dream Golf chats with Alex about Bandon Dunes, Sand Valley, and more of the incredible courses in the Dream Golf catalog. Tom also shares what makes the PGA Professional Championship so special, and shares exciting news about the 2026 championship coming in April. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special episode, Chef Noah Hester returns to the podcast to talk all about owning a butcher shop, cooking BBQ, and the new Bradshaw Cookbook. Plus, Alex chats with the Head Golf Pro at Hawk's View Golf Course, featuring some of the best views of Lake Como in Wisconsin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The FedEx Cup Playoffs began at the FedEx St Jude, and Tommy Fleetwood choked again, paving the way for Justin Rose to win in a playoff. Alex headed to the LIV Golf Chicago event, and watched the liked of Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau, but overall it was just another golf event. A rumor has started that the next version of The Match will feature a battle of the 90's boy bands, with NSYNC and Backstreet Boys. Michael offers one more boy band to the mix. Alex is enjoying his summer in Wisconsin, playing more golf, drinking beer, and going to the county fair. Michael's elbow may finally be "all healed," and its just in time as he gets ready for an once in a lifetime trip to Alaska this week. In Tuned In, Alex is watching the new season of Squid Games, while Michael is rewatching The Naked Gun before watching the new one. This week's guest is Mia Hammond, now a winner on the Epson Tour. Mia returns to the podcast to talk about what it was like to win as an amateur in her home state, why she picked Duke for college, and what's next. The NFL Preseason is now in full swing, and Alex's Patriots and Michael's Giants came out swinging. The MLB season continues, and Michael's Yankees continue to look horrible, while Alex's Red Sox are chasing first in the East. As the guys #AlwaysEndsWithFood, Alex ranks to the media food spread at LIV Chicago, while Michael prepares for all the eats on his Alaskan cruise aboard Holland America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices