
The Smylie Show
Smylie Kaufman is a PGA Tour winner, pro golf broadcaster, and the host of "The Smylie Show". Every week, along with his producer and co-host Charlie Hulme, Smylie provides insights and analysis on the game of golf (along with a handful of other miscellaneous items), in addition to sharing long-form conversations with Tour pros and other celebrities who love the game.
Latest episodes

Jul 20, 2024 • 19min
Open Championship Day 3 Journal
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap day three at the 152nd Open Championship at Royal Troon, where Smylie is on-site broadcasting the major for NBC Sports. Saturday's conditions for the final groups, according to SK, were some of the most difficult he has seen - *ever* - for a major championship. Smylie was assigned to Justin Rose and Billy Horschel's group today, and details a round that saw the latter take the outright lead heading into Sunday. Smylie and Charlie play a guessing game using Data Golf's predictive odds ranking the five players with the best chance to hoist the Claret Jug tomorrow.

Jul 19, 2024 • 31min
Open Championship Day 2 Journal
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap day two at the 152nd Open Championship at Royal Troon, where Smylie is on-site broadcasting the major for NBC Sports. Friday's cut resulted in some shocking names missing the weekend - Rory McIlroy, Ludvig Aberg, Wyndham Clark, Viktor Hovland, and Bryson DeChambeau, among others - and SK explains why that was the case given the conditions at Troon. Smylie was the walker assigned to Shane Lowry's group and goes through his bizarre playing of the 11th hole resulting in double bogey, in addition to the two birdies he made coming down the stretch to take the lead. We could not make it through the episode without discussing Smylie's attire in the booth - he donned a traditional Scottish kilt to close Friday's coverage window, and explains how that went down.

Jul 18, 2024 • 21min
Open Championship Day 1 Journal
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down all the action from day one of the 152nd Open Championship at Royal Troon, where Smylie is on-site broadcasting the major for NBC Sports. On a day with wind, rain and cold dominating the early wave, it was Daniel Brown who surged to the first-round lead near the conclusion of the late wave, while Smylie called the action from the booth on Peacock. SK and CH reflect on the day that Shane Lowry had sitting in solo second, a guy that Smylie loved as part of his weekly picks. Rory McIlroy's round got away from him quickly on Thursday - Smylie offers insights as the walker who was assigned to follow Rory's group. Finally, Smylie and Charlie discuss another hot start for Justin Thomas on the strength of an excellent putting performance, and whether he can sustain that momentum for the next three days.

Jul 17, 2024 • 1h 21min
The Open Championship Preview: Smylie’s On-Site Insights!
Join Smylie Kaufman live from Royal Troon as he and Charlie Hulme dive deep into the 152nd Open Championship! On this episode of "The Smylie Show," the duo brings you Smylie’s on-site insights, giving you a firsthand look at the action from Scotland.
Key Highlights:
- Smylie shares his personal experiences and memories of playing at Royal Troon.
- In-depth analysis of the players to watch, including Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Jon Rahm.
- Exclusive tips on how weather conditions might impact the tournament.
- Fun anecdotes and behind-the-scenes stories from Smylie’s time on the course.
- A big shoutout to WearSPF for sponsoring the show and keeping everyone sun-safe - use the code SMYLIE50 now at wearspf.com!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
01:17 - WearSPF
05:50 - Smiley’s 2016 Open Championship Experience
10:01 - 2016 Open Championship at Royal Troon
11:47 - What it takes to win at Royal Troon
17:58 - Bryson's chances at Royal Troon
20:38 - Weather forecast
22:41 - How wind affects strategy
25:43 - Hole 15
29:17 - Scottie Scheffler
34:14 - Rory McIlroy
39:25 - Jon Rahm
46:20 - One and Done
47:05 - Like & Subscribe

Jul 15, 2024 • 55min
Robert MacIntyre's stunning victory: Scottish Open + Lake Tahoe recaps
Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme as they dive into another episode of "The Smylie Show," recapping Robert MacIntyre's closing surge to win the Scottish Open + Smylie's week at Lake Tahoe broadcasting the American Century Championship, where he caught passes from Josh Allen, put up some shots with the Curry family, and caught up with the always entertaining Charles Barkley.
In this episode:
- Smylie’s celebrity encounters and wild stories from Tahoe
- The scenic drive from Tahoe to San Francisco
- Travel woes and hilarious airline stories
- Recap of the Scottish Open and Robert MacIntyre’s victory
- Insights on upcoming travel and projects
Smylie also shares his experience in the Virgin Atlantic Lounge, enjoying a high-end margarita and scenic views of San Francisco landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz. Tune in for engaging conversations, humor, and a deep dive into the world of professional golf.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
3:22 - American Century Championship
9:21 - Scottish Open
11:28 - Robert MacIntyre
15:48 - The 16th Hole
18:56 - How would you write the rules differently
23:13 - What do players think about controversial drops
25:50 - Is a margarita and a cookie a good combo
26:45 - Ludvig's Final Round
27:50 - Ludvig's Recent High Leverage Performances
31:24 - Pace of Play
35:15 - One-and-Done Recap
36:35 - Aaron Rai
41:36 - Justin Thomas
43:24 - LIV at Valderrama
45:24 - Abraham Ancer’s club toss
47:50 - Home game environments
50:38 - How the Fireballs won
52:49 - Flight Update
53:31 - Wrapping Up
55:23 - Like & Subscribe

Jul 10, 2024 • 1h 5min
Luke Clanton's Incredible Run: Success as a 20-year-old amateur on Tour
Join Smylie Kaufman as he dives deep into 20-year-old amateur Luke Clanton's incredible run on the PGA Tour. He’s made history with back-to-back top-10 finishes, a feat not seen since 1958! Luke shares his incredible experiences from his phenomenal 2024 season, his thoughts on the future, and some unforgettable stories of meeting his golf idols like Scottie Scheffler and Brooks Koepka. Smylie and Charlie Hulme close the episode with their one-and-done picks for the Genesis Scottish Open.
Highlights:
- Recap the weekend in golf and Luke's recent top-10 finishes.
- Exclusive insights into the PGA Tour U accelerated rankings.
- Luke's unique journey through college golf at Florida State.
- Fun anecdotes about meeting PGA stars and learning from them.
- Preview the upcoming tournaments and Luke's plans.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro: WearSPF
07:15 - How ya feeling, Luke?
10:15 - What changed from Freshman to Sophomore year
14:00 - Did you always hit it far
17:03 - The Meathead Luke Clanton phase
19:50 - 2024 US Open
21:50 - What's your motivation right now
23:50 - What video games do you play
25:20 - How much do you learn from playing with the best in the world
31:05 - PGA Tour U
33:30 - Point System
37:30 - Sponsor Exemptions
39:43 - Last complaint
41:24 - Good luck at the ISCO championship
42:08 - What's it like being on TOUR
44:16 - Where can we see you next
45:17 - Scottish Open one-and-done picks

Jul 8, 2024 • 1h 11min
Our EIGHTH One-and-Done Win at the John Deere + Keegan Bradley Ryder Cup Captain Reports
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are back for another live show recapping all the action from the John Deere Classic. Charlie is fresh off a golf trip in Scotland and on a one-and-done heater, as he picked Davis Thompson for his *fifth* one-and-done win of the season - and the eighth for the show! Smylie and Charlie take a deep dive on DT's game, and whether he could be a buddying star on American Ryder and Presidents Cup teams. SK and CH also react to reports that Keegan Bradley will be named the U.S. Ryder Cup captain at Bethpage in 2025.

Jul 3, 2024 • 1h 2min
Collin Morikawa Interview: Golf Journey, Coffee, and Crazy Tour Stories
Two-time major winner Collin Morikawa reveals his morning coffee routine, talks about the ups and downs of his golf journey, discusses his favorite PGA Tour cities, & shares funny stories from the road. Dive into his unique golf journey and learn about the insights and challenges he faced along the way.
Key Highlights:
Collin’s coffee preferences and morning routines
Top PGA Tour cities for food and coffee
Collin’s path from college golf to pro success
Overcoming struggles with his golf swing and putting
Insightful discussions about golf strategy and mindset Collin also reminisces about his unforgettable drive at the 16th hole during the PGA Championship and nearly breaking Tiger Woods' record for consecutive cuts made. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation. Like, comment, and subscribe for everything golf!
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
02:00 - Best PGA Tour City for Food
05:00 - Bronny James
07:38 - When You Turned Pro
11:15 - How Collin Morikawa Met His Caddie, JJ
5:41 - Collin Morikawa's Cut Streak
18:02 - How his PGA Championship Win Changed His Life
20:00 - 2020 PGA Championship
22:53 - 2021 Open Championship
27:45 - What's Next After Winning the Open Championship
29:35 - The Start of Your Struggles
34:55 - Stephen Sweeney
38:44 - What Did You Learn from Mark Blackburn
43:18 - Learn to Hit the Center of the Face
46:40 - Wrapping Up 2024
51:06 - Closing the Deal and Winning
53:06 - The Memorial Tournament
56:05 - You're a wizard, Collin.
59:04 - Collin's Schedule for the Rest of the Year

Jul 1, 2024 • 1h 1min
Rocket Mortgage Classic Recap: Cam Davis outlasts the field
In this episode:
- Recap the weekend in golf and discuss top moments
- Smylie Kaufman is live from Birmingham while Charlie reports from the Marine Troon Hotel
- Special shout-out to American Airlines for a travel fiasco
- Breakdown of PGA Tour picks and performances, with a focus on Cam Young, Min Woo Lee, and Akshay Bhatia
- Analyze the mental game and strategies for success on the tour
- Preview upcoming events and discuss the importance of maintaining confidence and composure
Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more golf insights! #golf #pgatour #progolf #golfpodcast #golftrip #golfswing #pgatourpodcast #camdavis #akshay #akshaybhatia #minwoolee
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
1:17 - Charlie Scotland
5:22 - Rocket Mortgage Classic Recap
6:56 - 1-and-Done Recap
14:32 - Poa Grass
17:22 - Cam Davis
21:40 - Min Woo Lee
24:18 - Cameron Young
34:30 - Hypothetical: Cameron Young's Final 3 Holes
38:30 - Akshay Bhatia
47:55 - Luke Clanton
57:35 - iMessage Stickers
1:00:15 - Final Thoughts

Jun 26, 2024 • 51min
Johnson Wagner Interview: Glory at the U.S. Open, Career Path, State of Pro Golf, and more!
Join Smylie Kaufman and Johnson Wagner on this exciting episode of the Smylie Show as they dive deep into the secrets of winning on the PGA Tour! Smylie and Johnson discuss all things golf, including Johnson's recent media ventures and his transition from PGA Tour player to golf analyst.
Key Highlights:
- **Johnson Wagner's Transition to Media:** Insightful discussion on how Johnson made his way from the course to the commentator's booth.
- **Winning on Tour:** Johnson shares his experiences and career that included three PGA Tour victories.
- **Inside the Life of a Pro Golfer:** Get a behind-the-scenes look at the life and challenges faced by pro golfers, including the balance between personal life and the rigors of the Tour.
Smylie and Johnson also preview the upcoming tournaments and share their thoughts on who might dominate the leaderboard. To close the show, they reveal some hilarious and heartwarming moments from their time on and off the course.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
01:40 - MFK
05:20 - Mustache
08:20 - Winning on the PGA Tour
13:22 - First Media Inspiration
19:38 - Starting Media Career
21:40 - Favorite Media Role
25:43 - Live From Reenactments Origin
33:34 - Most Nervous Over a Shot
35:02 - Chili-Dip
35:54 - Transitioning to Media
38:23 - Plans for the Year
44:19 - LIV Golf’s Future
47:27 - New PGA TOUR Season
48:30 - Signature Event Player Cuts
50:15 - Outro