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Jan 31, 2024 • 1h 5min

#10: Pebble Beach Pro-Am Preview, Pavon's Win (and Tattoo?) and a Case for High School Golf Galleries

The saliva that flows now will become the podcast of joy today. Speaking of which, this week the guys break down Matthieu Pavon's breakthrough victory at Torrey Pines before previewing the field and breaking down the major changes to this year's reinvigorated AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. Plus, why don't high school golf matches have galleries? And Dave steals another podcast's name.- Email us listener questions/stories at longgamepod@gmail.com- TLG Pod Socials: https://t.co/FXDODpbR2M - Follow Dave: @davegerhardt- Follow Casey: @fordPR
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Jan 24, 2024 • 1h 11min

#09: Nick Dunlap Makes Golf History, Farmers Picks, Old Tournament Names & Dave Storms Off A Course

This week, we're recapping amateur (for now) Nick Dunlap's history-making performance at the 2024 American Express tournament in Palm Springs, becoming only the 9th amateur to win on the PGA TOUR since 1940. Plus, we delve into Brandel Chamblee's performance on last weekend's NBC/Golf Channel broadcast, explore the strangest old golf tournament names out there, preview the (soon to be gone) Farmers Insurance Open, and Dave shares an all-time story about a contentious match that led to him storming off the course.- Email us listener questions/stories at longgamepod@gmail.com- TLG Pod Socials: https://t.co/FXDODpbR2M - Follow Dave: @davegerhardt- Follow Casey: @fordPR
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Jan 19, 2024 • 1h 1min

#08: PGA TOUR Returns to the Desert Post Hawaiian Swing, Tiger Makes Some Moves, Family Trips vs. Vacations and Stomach Bugs!

After a few weeks of navigating chaotic schedules, cancelled flights, and gastrointestinal catastrophes, Dave and Casey are back for another episode of The Long Game Podcast. The guys spend this week catching up on the PGA TOUR's Hawaiian swing and preview the American Express in Palm Springs. They also discuss some exciting upcoming guests, discuss Alan Shipnuck's Phil Mickelson & LIV Golf books, and break down Tiger Woods' Fore Play video and stunning exit from Nike. Plus, what's the worst daycare virus your child can bring home?- Email us listener questions/stories at longgamepod@gmail.com- TLG Pod Socials: https://t.co/FXDODpbR2M - Follow Dave: @davegerhardt- Follow Casey: @fordPR
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Jan 5, 2024 • 1h 2min

#07: Kyle Porter (CBS Sports) Talks Golf, Life, Rahm Heading to LIV & Grinding to Build an Audience

The 2024 golf season is back and the guys welcome Kyle Porter (CBS Sports) to the show to break down the state of the PGA Tour, Jon Rahm leaving for LIV Golf, and his latest project, Normal Sport 3 — Kyle’s humorous and heartfelt look at what happened in 2023 in the world of golf. But first, we get into Kyle’s backstory, writing for CBS, getting his start building a website covering Oklahoma State, balancing writing about/watching golf and being Dad, fighting the Dad bod and more.Follow Kyle on Twitter at @KylePorterCBS and pick up a copy of Normal Sport 3 at anormalsport.com. - Email us listener questions/stories at longgamepod@gmail.com- TLG Pod Socials: https://t.co/FXDODpbR2M - Follow Dave: @davegerhardt- Follow Casey: @fordPR
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Dec 20, 2023 • 1h 6min

#06: Tiger & Charlie Woods, the PNC Championship, Golf Goals for 2024 and First Time Major Winners

It takes a big man to admit his mistake, and Dave thinks he may be back in on Tiger. This week, the guys recap the PNC Championship and delve into the social media uproar over the PGA TOUR’s focus on Charlie and Tiger Woods throughout the weekend. They also take a look back at their favorite moments on TOUR throughout 2023 and look ahead to who may be able to capture their first career major victory in 2024. Dave and Casey also discuss their personal golf goals for the coming New Year before wrapping up with some 'In or O.B.' and a very special 'Make the Case'.- Email us listener questions/stories at longgamepod@gmail.com- TLG Pod Socials: https://t.co/FXDODpbR2M- Follow Casey: @fordPR- Follow Dave: @davegerhardt 
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Dec 13, 2023 • 1h 22min

#05: TIGER & CHARLIE WOODS WEEK IS HERE! And Golf Garage VT's David Jankowski Fixes Your Game.

The Long Game is back, and so is the annual PNC Championship family event in Orlando. Dave and Casey preview how Tiger and Charlie Woods stack up against the field, but first, they recap the inaugural Grant Thornton Invitational mixed field event won by Lydia Ko and Jason Day. The guys also welcome their first-ever guest, David "Janko" Jankowski of Golf Garage in South Burlington, VT — recently named the #1 instructor in Vermont by Golf Digest. (Oh, and he also happens to be Dave's coach.) Janko talks about his journey through the long game, from growing up in Texas to winning tournaments in New England before eventually finding a passion for instruction. Then, Janko stays on with Dave and Casey for a few IN or O.B. debates before winding down with a few timely listener emails. - Email us listener questions/stories at longgamepod@gmail.com- TLG Pod Socials: https://t.co/FXDODpbR2M- Follow Casey: @fordPR- Follow Dave: @davegerhardt ___________________Follow David Jankowski (@janko_golfcoaching) & Golf Garage (@golfgaragevt) on Instagram and at jankogolf.com.
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Dec 6, 2023 • 1h 22min

#04: WE’RE ROLLING BACK THE GOLF BALL! Plus, Phil Mickelson vs. Augusta National, and Morikawa Caught Cheating?

Lions! Tigers! Golf ball rollbacks! Oh my! Dave and Casey dive into golf’s hottest debate topic of the week (and it’s a big one). Plus, Tiger Woods returns in the Bahamas, Collin Morikawa is caught level-handed (is Fitz a snitch?), a hotly contested Phil Mickelson vs. Augusta National debate, and Casey confronts Dave over a controversial iPhone move. [Happy Birthday Hov!]Email us listener questions/stories at longgamepod@gmail.com TLG Pod Socials: https://t.co/FXDODpbR2MFollow Casey: @fordPRFollow Dave: @davegerhardt 
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Nov 29, 2023 • 1h 8min

#03: Tiger Woods is BACK, Mirror Putting Aids, and Refurbishing Old Scotty Camerons

The Long Game Podcast is back and so is Tiger Woods at this week's Hero World Challenge down in the Bahamas. Dave and Casey also look ahead to Will Zalatoris' much anticipated return to competitive golf. Plus, is Jon Rahm heading to LIV Golf for $600M? Dave breaks out an old putter, and should walking tickets be a thing?Email us listener questions/stories at longgamepod@gmail.com Follow TLG Pod Socials: https://t.co/FXDODpbR2MFollow Casey: @fordPRFollow Dave: @davegerhardt 
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Nov 21, 2023 • 1h 25min

#02: What we're thankful for in golf, Where did the Skins Game go? and questioning the post-round handshake

We recap the RSM Classic, gush over rising star Ludvig Aberg, and revisit our "Grinders Tour" picks for the week. Casey battles RSV. Matt Atkins tugs at the heart strings with a Monday Qualifier and then makes the cut. We revisit the Skins Game, share what we're thankful for in golf, and question the tradition of the handshake and taking your hat off on the 18th green.Happy Thanksgiving to Long Game Pod listeners around the world (especially Sweden).Email us listener questions/stories at longgamepod@gmail.com TLG Pod Socials: https://t.co/FXDODpbR2MFollow Casey: @fordPRFollow Dave: @davegerhardt 
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Nov 16, 2023 • 1h 4min

#01: Picks for the RSM Classic, Could the TGL be cool, Are breakfast balls kosher?

Welcome to the Long Game podcast (!) Dave and Casey share their backstory as interns and what led to this podcast. We get into picks for the RSM Classic in Sea Island, GA and a nod to the world famous Davis Love III grill. The guys make picks for this week even though they might not watch the golf. Adam Long hits 69 fairways in a row. Rory calls Cantlay a dick. Dave recaps a recent golf trip to Vegas with a caddie who was 30 yards off on every distance. And Casey brings up the question about breakfast balls.Email us listener questions/stories at longgamepod@gmail.com TLG Pod Socials: https://t.co/FXDODpbR2MFollow Casey: @fordPRFollow Dave: @davegerhardt 

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