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The Loop
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This is The Loop, a refreshing mix of everything you love to talk about around golf, with the only rule that you don’t take yourself or the game too seriously. Each week hosts Christopher Powers, Alex Myers, and Steve Hennessey, along with special guests from across the sports and entertainment worlds, will touch on what’s going in the game, who they’re putting money on, and whatever else comes up along the way.
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Former tour pro turned on-course analyst Smylie Kaufman joins us to preview the Optum Golf Channel Games, which he’ll be on the call for in primetime. We also chat about his buddy Jordan Spieth, his favorite breakout candidates for 2026 and the shot that would terrify him the most if he had to tee it up in a PGA Tour event tomorrow. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The boys open the show by discussing why simulator golf stinks. Plus, Tiger Woods is BACK, an impressive finish at the Australian Open and the hilarious Gil Hanse TGL walkout. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We chat with the legendary Eli Manning, who may or may not have invited us to come play golf during our interview. Plus, Northwestern basketball coach Chris Collins stops by to chat about the Coaches vs. Cancer Experiences Auction and some of the great golf packages available to bid on. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Chad Mumm joins us to preview The Skins Game, which returns on Black Friday at 9 a.m. ET on Amazon Prime. Plus, legendary college basketball coach Bruce Weber stops by to chat about the Coaches vs. Cancer Experiences Auction and some of the great golf packages available to bid on. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Comedian and Barstool Sports personality Francis Ellis joins us fresh off his victory in the Internet Invitational, which featured plenty of controversy. We talk SlopeGate, enforcing the rules and how he almost blew his prize money before he even received it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We’re joined by the Internet Invitational’s breakout star, Chaz Bowker, AKA “Chazzy Golf.” He tells us what it was like to catch fire, why he was extra locked in for a pair of $12,000 putts and what’s next for him on YouTube. Plus, another Phil Mickelson saga and a private club’s slow-play offenses list goes viral. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We’re joined by RJ Parker, a Jason Day superfan who got quite the workout in while following Day around Black Desert Resort. Our golfiest things in golf featuring Gary Player, Hugh Freeze and a logo’d out golf burner. And we let it rip on Luke Kwon. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We chat with Bank of Utah Championship winner Michael Brennan, who was incredibly impressive on Sunday at Black Desert Resort. Plus, the most country club move imaginable, a golf legend returns to the winner’s circle and why playing a “new” course might be the most underrated thing going. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The boys chat with Grammy-nominated artist Noah Kahan, who might love golf more than music. Plus, this week’s Golf Twitter debate about reinstated amateurs, a troubling sports trend and Tommy Fleetwood just keeps on winning. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
CP played one of the most exclusive clubs in New Jersey, and no, it’s not Pine Valley. Plus, a debate about Tom Fazio, Xander gets a dub, Marco Penge comes back from the dead and a preposterous “the streets are saying” segment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Alex and CP chat with Los Angeles Kings legend Anze Kopitar, who keeps a low single-digit handicap when he’s not breaking franchise records. Plus, Steve returns from an incredible run of golf travel and a crazy crowd shush at the Sanderson Farms. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Alex and CP go deep on the Ryder Cup. From the fan behavior to the Justin Rose/Greg Bodine “incident” to Keegan Bradley’s mishaps, the boys covered it all and then some. Plus, a chat with the legendary Annika Sorenstam. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Alex and CP discuss the early-week Ryder Cup headlines, including Brandel Chamblee coming at Bryson DeChambeau and the U.S. team receiving a stipend for their efforts this week. Plus, our favorite bets at Bethpage Black. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Ryder Cup festivities have somehow already begun, giving Alex, Steve and CP plenty to talk about a full week ahead of the USA-Europe clash. We also discuss a brutal ruling at the U.S. Mid-Am and another shocking choke-job on the LPGA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Alex and CP chat with Brian Baumgartner, AKA Kevin from “The Office,” an avid golfer who is joining the golf podcast space. Plus, we recap a jam-packed weekend in golf, including Rory McIlroy’s Irish Open victory and an incredible Walker Cup at Cypress Point. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Alex and CP continue the Keegan Bradley debate as we get another week closer to the Ryder Cup. Plus, we discuss the biggest surprises and snubs for both teams, including Matt Wallace, who was moved to tears after realizing he’d likely be left at home. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Stephen Hennessey finally breaks 80 (with a caveat) and Tommy Fleetwood finally wins on the PGA Tour. Plus, a debate about logos and pro shop hauls, AKA the most golf discussion ever. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Mason Howell, a high school senior, joins the podcast to talk about his 7-and-6 victory in the U.S. Amateur final at Olympic Club. The future Georgia Bulldog talks practice rounds with Harris English and Tony Finau at the U.S. Open at Oakmont, which he qualified for by shooting 63-63 in his qualifier. Myers and Hennessey also break down Scottie Scheffler’s BMW win, the latest Ryder Cup chatter and what we expect at the Tour Championship. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Steve and CP chat with fellow New Jersey native Megha Ganne, who just won the U.S. Women’s Amateur at Bandon Dunes. Plus, we break down the potential Ryder Cup captain’s picks for both the U.S. and European sides and discuss if Tommy Fleetwood is ever going to get over the finish line. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Alex, Steve and CP chat with LPGA legend Michelle Wie West, who is thoroughly enjoying retirement as a mother of two. Plus, Cameron Young finally gets it done after taking a big “risk” and Rory McIlroy decides to skip Leg 1 of the FedEx Cup Playoffs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.



