Drop Zone - GOLF Podcast

Brandel Chamblee 2.0

Perhaps the greatest analyst in golf joins the Drop Zone this week. Brandel Chamblee sits down with Sean Zak and Dylan Dethier to discuss his work with the Golf Channel, his fascination with the golf swing, who the best players in the world are, and much more. We get real nerdy about how the greatest players in the world become the greatest players in the world. --- The Drop Zone is sponsored by WHOOP, the fitness tracker changing the way people track their fitness, sleep and recovery to optimize performance. Enter code 'dropzone' on WHOOP.com for 15% off a new membership.

George Gankas

One of the hottest teachers in golf joins the Drop Zone to talk about his teaching methods, his work with Matthew Wolff, why he refuses to listen to the haters and how social media has influenced his career. ---- The Drop Zone is sponsored by WHOOP, the fitness tracker changing the way people track their fitness, sleep and recovery to optimize performance. Enter code 'dropzone' on WHOOP.com for 15% off a new membership.

Suzy Whaley, The Future of Golf Coaching

The first female President of the PGA of America, Suzy Whaley, joins us this week to talk about all the ways this game can move forward, from new scorecards to a set of par-3 tees on every hole, on every course. Whaley's a progressive thinker and a blast to talk to. She's an even better player on top of that. Enjoy!

Players of the Decade, Ranked!

Who was the best player of the 2010s? Is it Brooks Koepka or Rory McIlroy? This week, we rank the 10 best players from the 2010s and discuss how their accomplishments outweigh their faults ... and address what could have been for some who should be ranked higher.

Tiger Woods' past, present and future with Michael Bamberger

Tiger Woods is a PGA Tour winner — again! Michael Bamberger brings insight from 25+ years of covering Woods to break down how he's changed over the years and what his future might hold.

Japan Skins recap! Rory talks Brooks, Tiger struggles and rallies, best/worst moments

Sean Zak and Dylan Dethier stayed awake all night watching the Japan Skins Challenge, and break it down for you who were in bed sleeping on the action. Tiger Woods came out REALLY cold before rallying. Rory McIlroy made things interesting with his thoughts on Brooks Koepka's rivalry comments and the match came down to one final putt on the 18th hole. Spoiler alert: it was better than The Match.

Steph Curry

This week's Drop Zone breaks down the new Scandinavian Mixed event before a sit-down interview between Stephen Curry and Alan Shipnuck (13:30). Curry and Shipnuck talk about: -Steph's reviving the Howard University golf program -His pro golf aspirations -Playing with Obama and Spieth -The role golf played in the Warriors' success Afterward Shipnuck joins the show to talk about what it's like to play and hang out with Curry, and what kind of high-reaching prospects are in his golf future.

Would you rather have the putting yips or driver yips?

This week's Drop Zone dives into wild news of Bio Kim's suspension, Kevin Na's win, and ask the tough questions in Would You Rather, like... Would you rather have the Driver Yips or the Putter Yips? 'Neither' is not an option. That and many more Would You Rathers from the golf world. Enjoy!

PGA Tour Overreactions and Slugger White!

We overreact to the few things we know about the PGA Tour three weeks in, and Sean calls into question the handicap of Tom Brady. Then PGA Tour rules official Slugger White joins (19:10) to talk all things rules, and even share his opinion on what matters with pace of play. Also, his real name isn't Slugger. He shares... -His epic golf family -His first ruling (with some player named Jack Nicklaus) -Why you shouldn't swim to the 17th green at Sawgrass and much more...

Bronte Law breaks down her wild Solheim Cup

She hasn't slept much since winning the Solheim Cup, but Bronte Law called in to break it all down for us, from the early week "trash talk" to the epic finish and the many celebratory drinks that followed. One thing is certain — she's still buzzing from the victory.

Solheim MADNESS! Alan Shipnuck's mailbag, Joaquin Niemann is damn good

What happened Sunday was one of the most riveting finishes in golf history. We break it all down, from the pre-tournament press conferences to the epic walk-off putt. Then, senior writer Alan Shipnuck (30:15) joins the show for an audio version of his #AskAlan column. We ask: 1. Juli Inskter for Ryder Cup captain? 2. Is Viktor Hovland the best player without a win? 3. Are too many superstars a good thing? Oh, and much more.

Torrey Pines, Danielle Kang and why you'd BETTER watch the Solheim Cup

The PGA Tour is back! First there are other things in golf you need to pay attention to. Like the Solheim Cup. Watch it! We played San Diego's best, Torrey Pines, last week, and were joined by Danielle Kang (17:45) to talk about ... 1. When she almost bought a tiger 2. What it's like working with Butch Harmon 3. Crushing souls at the Solheim Cup 4. How the LPGA Tour can gain popularity and much more! Endorse one of our fantasy teams on Twitter or Instagram for a chance to win a brand new driver. It's as simple as that!

PGA Tour Awards, a second Sweetens Cove, QB comps, Abe Ancer

On this week's show, we offer up season-end awards for the PGA Tour and compare NFL QBs to their golf equivalents (28:35). Think Kirk Cousins-Rickie Fowler. You like that! In between, we talk with Tad King of Sweetens Cove fame (15:05) on the next course he's building, and chat with Presidents Cupper Abraham Ancer on his ascendent 2019 and what it was like to play with Tiger Woods in his home country of Mexico (36:20).

Rory's rollercoaster season; Steve Sands

Sean Zak and Dylan Dethier (re)introduce the Drop Zone, otherwise known as the Internet's favorite golf show from 2018. They discuss Rory McIlroy's wild season, what was good/bad from the Tour Championship and ask the question: is Jay Monahan overrated or underrated? Steve Sands calls in (22:20) and shares... - What life is like without the whiteboard - His relationship with Tiger - Interviewing a vulnerable Rory McIlroy - Olympic Speed Skating - Why Washington D.C. needs a Tour event

Are Tour courses difficult enough; Shane Bacon

Justin Thomas torched Medinah and everyone thinks the Tour doesn't set up courses hard enough. Are they right? Probably. Sean Zak and Dylan Dethier debate that and more before Shane Bacon joins the show (25:45) to talk about all things: - FOX Broadcasts - Pinehurst - His hoop dreams - Never making an ace - His summer as a caddie at St. Andrews

Pace of Play Confrontations; Dylan Frittelli

PGA Tour players are suddenly calling out slow play left and right, leaving Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau at opposite ends of the debate. Will this lead to meaningful change? Is player confrontation and off-course drama good for the Tour? Sean Zak and Dylan Dethier break all that down, plus Dylan Frittelli joins us from the sauna at Liberty National (23:05) to detail his long, hard road to the PGA Tour, including: 1. Being Jordan Spieth’s college teammate 2. Brooks Koepka Challenge Tour stories 3. That breakthrough Tour win feeling

The Tour's Emotional Rollercoaster; Martin Trainer

The PGA Tour regular season is complete, which means it's PLAYOFFS season. What does that mean for Jordan Spieth and Tiger Woods? Two very different things. We discuss that before Puerto Rico Open champ Martin Trainer joins us (17:10) in studio to dish on all that he learned in his rookie season: 1. There are really two PGA Tours. 2. Your card doesn't swipe everywhere 3. Si Woo Kim is a character. And much more.

The Brooks Koepka Era; Notah Begay

Notah Begay joins the pod (32:50) to talk about the similarities between Brooks Koepka and Tiger Woods, and he reveals whether or not Tiger can hoop. Meanwhile, Sean Zak and Dylan Dethier wrestle with the biggest golf questions of the week, including Rory McIlroy's beguiling game, fan heckling, the newly released PGA Tour schedule, Sergio Garcia having a normal one, and whether or not we are *officially* in the Brooks Era.

Shane Lowry's Epic Open Win

Senior writers Alan Shipnuck and Michael Bamberger recap everything about the wild Open at Royal Portrush, including the significance of Shane Lowry's win to the island of Ireland, where Portrush ranks on the Open rota, Brooks Koepka's unbelievable major run and how this year's Open lived up to its considerable hype.

British Open Preview with Shipnuck and Bamberger

Senior writers Alan Shipnuck and Michael Bamberger are back to help prep you for the week in Northern Ireland. They explain why this Open is particularly important, the history behind it, how an Open in Northern Ireland came to be and how Graeme McDowell is the man to keep an eye on this week. Enjoy!

Cristie Kerr on Equal Pay, "Total Domination," and the Solheim Cup

2-time major champion Cristie Kerr joins us for a hearty discussion on spirits, her lengthy career, the difference between the men's and women's games, and explains why golf is so behind the times in paying female golfers what they are worth. Let us know what you think of the podcast on Twitter at @sean_zak or @golf_com!

U.S. Open 2019 Recap

Alan Shipnuck and Michael Bamberger recap the 2019 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach. GOLF Magazine's senior writers tackle Gary Woodland's impressive victory, Brooks Koepka's dominant run, the state of Tiger's game and mindset, and the ideal U.S. Open rota.

U.S. Open Moving Day Recap

The final day of the 2019 U.S. Open is upon us and Gary Woodland is on the verge of his first major victory at 11-under par. Sean Zak and Michael Bamberger discuss the top players nipping at his heels to hoist the U.S. Open trophy.

U.S. Open Round 2 Recap

Sean Zak and Alan Shipnuck breakdown the major so far: Gary Woodland shot 6-under and stands atop the leaderboard at 9-under. But round one's leader, Justin Rose, is only 2 shots back while 29 players remain under par. Plus, Tiger and Lefty are still very much in the mix.

U.S. Open Round 1 Recap

Dylan Dethier and Luke Kerr-Dineen react to all of Thursday's action which included an impressive leaderboard, underwhelming course conditions, Jordan Spieth calling out his caddy, and Tiger's 1-under performance.