7 Underrated Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Next Golf Trip

Another Major PGA TOUR Schedule Shakeup

The PGA Tour is making its biggest schedule changes in years — and combined with LIV Golf’s uncertain future, professional golf could look very different by 2027. In this week’s episode of The Golf Podcast we break down the latest major shakeups coming to the PGA Tour schedule and what they could mean for the future of professional golf. With Brian Rolapp outlining his vision for stronger fields, fewer weak spots, and a schedule that better motivates the top players to show up, the Tour appears to be moving toward a more streamlined, high-stakes model beginning in 2027. We discuss the removal of the Hawaii swing, the American Express becoming the new season opener, the reshuffled West Coast, Florida, and Texas swings, and why events like the Cadillac Championship, Arnold Palmer Invitational, CJ Cup Byron Nelson, Valspar Championship, and PGA Championship are all being repositioned. We also look at the bigger picture, including whether this could eventually lead to a two-tier PGA Tour schedule in 2028 and beyond. Plus, we discuss the latest LIV Golf uncertainty, including reports of a possible reduced 10-event international schedule as the league searches for new investors. Are these changes good for fans, players, sponsors, and the game overall? We unpack it all. The Golf Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://golficity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/The-Golf-Podcast-on-Apple-Podcasts.jpg]https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/golf-podcast-presented-by/id689011035?mt=2&uo=4&at=11l3W5 Listen to The Golf Podcast on Spotify [https://golficity.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Listen-to-The-Golf-Podcast-on-Spotify.png]https://golficity.com/spotify   LISTEN TO THIS WEEK’S SHOW * Download on iTunes here [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/golf-podcast-presented-by/id689011035?mt=2&uo=4&at=11l3W5] * Listen on Spotify here [https://golficity.com/spotify] THANKS TO THIS WEEK’S SPONSORS * Titleist is committed to ensuring that every golf ball delivers superior quality and consistency.  From ball to ball, dozen to dozen we should expect our golf ball to perform exactly the same way, shot after shot. That’s why Titleist owns the design, the technology and the manufacturing to make sure consistency spot on every time. They even conduct all the testing and quality checks to make sure nothing slips through the cracks.  Titleist is the #1 ball for every player and the #1 ball in golf.  Choose the best for your game and find out more at Titleist.com [https://www.titleist.com/]. * Trust your golf game to FootJoy, the number one Shoe in Golf. Shop now at FootJoy.com [https://www.footjoy.com/]. * Feeling tired?  Your pillow may be to blame.  Check out Lagoon and take the free quiz to find a pillow that suits you.  Go to LagoonSleep.com/Golficity [https://lagoonsleep.com/golficity] and use code GOLFICITY for 15% off. Thanks for tuning to The Golf Podcast! ---------------------------------------- Cover Image via X [https://x.com/NUCLRGOLF/status/1958186785500024858/photo/1]

7 Underrated Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Next Golf Trip

Before you book your next golf trip, these are the simple things that can make or break the entire experience. In this week’s episode of The Golf Podcast we share seven insider tips to help you plan a better golf trip and get the most out of every round, meal, and memory along the way. After more than a decade of golf travel to places like Pinehurst, Sand Valley, Cabot Cape Breton, Sea Island, Myrtle Beach, Scotland, and more, we’ve learned plenty of lessons the hard way. From why you should avoid booking your biggest round on arrival day, to researching restaurants and local activities ahead of time, to choosing the right place to stay, these golf trip planning tips can make a huge difference. We also cover smart packing essentials like extra golf shoes, rain gear, socks, gloves, cash for tips, and ways to take care of your body during multi-round golf vacations. Whether you’re planning a bucket-list golf trip, a buddies golf getaway, or a budget-friendly golf weekend, these practical golf travel tips will help you stay prepared, enjoy the experience, and remember that the best golf trips are about far more than just your score. The Golf Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://golficity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/The-Golf-Podcast-on-Apple-Podcasts.jpg]https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/golf-podcast-presented-by/id689011035?mt=2&uo=4&at=11l3W5 Listen to The Golf Podcast on Spotify [https://golficity.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Listen-to-The-Golf-Podcast-on-Spotify.png]https://golficity.com/spotify   LISTEN TO THIS WEEK’S SHOW * Download on iTunes here [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/golf-podcast-presented-by/id689011035?mt=2&uo=4&at=11l3W5] * Listen on Spotify here [https://golficity.com/spotify] THANKS TO THIS WEEK’S SPONSORS * Titleist is committed to ensuring that every golf ball delivers superior quality and consistency.  From ball to ball, dozen to dozen we should expect our golf ball to perform exactly the same way, shot after shot. That’s why Titleist owns the design, the technology and the manufacturing to make sure consistency spot on every time. They even conduct all the testing and quality checks to make sure nothing slips through the cracks.  Titleist is the #1 ball for every player and the #1 ball in golf.  Choose the best for your game and find out more at Titleist.com [https://www.titleist.com/]. * Trust your golf game to FootJoy, the number one Shoe in Golf. Shop now at FootJoy.com [https://www.footjoy.com/]. Thanks for tuning to The Golf Podcast! ---------------------------------------- Cover Image via X [https://pbs.twimg.com/media/HGWiLuabcAAo2Fz?format=jpg&name=900x900]

2026 PGA Championship Picks & Preview

Our PGA Championship preview is loaded with major picks, sleeper bets, Aronimink insight, and one big name we’re avoiding this week. In this week’s episode of The Golf Podcast we preview the PGA Championship at Aronimink after getting boots on the ground to play and film the course ourselves. With one of the strongest major fields in recent memory, we break down why this could become an absolute shootout, especially with weather potentially softening the course early before firmer weekend conditions arrive.  We dive into our top PGA Championship picks, including Matt Fitzpatrick’s incredible current form, Scottie Scheffler’s complete tee-to-green dominance, Rory McIlroy’s course-record history at Aronimink, Ludvig Åberg’s major-ready ball striking, and Cameron Young’s breakout season. We also discuss why Bryson DeChambeau may be too volatile to trust this week despite his major championship pedigree, plus why names like Xander Schauffele, Rickie Fowler, Justin Rose, Jordan Spieth, and Justin Thomas could be dangerous if their games click. From Donald Ross green complexes and thick rough to driving accuracy, putting pressure, sleeper picks, betting odds, and major championship storylines, this PGA Championship preview covers everything golf fans should watch heading into one of the biggest weeks of the year. The Golf Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://golficity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/The-Golf-Podcast-on-Apple-Podcasts.jpg]https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/golf-podcast-presented-by/id689011035?mt=2&uo=4&at=11l3W5 Listen to The Golf Podcast on Spotify [https://golficity.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Listen-to-The-Golf-Podcast-on-Spotify.png]https://golficity.com/spotify   LISTEN TO THIS WEEK’S SHOW * Download on iTunes here [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/golf-podcast-presented-by/id689011035?mt=2&uo=4&at=11l3W5] * Listen on Spotify here [https://golficity.com/spotify] THANKS TO THIS WEEK’S SPONSORS * Titleist is committed to ensuring that every golf ball delivers superior quality and consistency.  From ball to ball, dozen to dozen we should expect our golf ball to perform exactly the same way, shot after shot. That’s why Titleist owns the design, the technology and the manufacturing to make sure consistency spot on every time. They even conduct all the testing and quality checks to make sure nothing slips through the cracks.  Titleist is the #1 ball for every player and the #1 ball in golf.  Choose the best for your game and find out more at Titleist.com [https://www.titleist.com/]. * Trust your golf game to FootJoy, the number one Shoe in Golf. Shop now at FootJoy.com [https://www.footjoy.com/]. Thanks for tuning to The Golf Podcast! ---------------------------------------- Cover Image via X [https://pbs.twimg.com/media/HGWiLuabcAAo2Fz?format=jpg&name=900x900]

Can LIV Golf Survive this Latest Bad News?

LIV Golf just got hit with more bad news… is the league running out of time? In this episode of The Golf Podcast, we react in real time to shocking developments surrounding LIV Golf, including the indefinite postponement of its Louisiana event and growing concerns about the league’s financial future. Just weeks after CEO Scott O’Neil assured fans the season would continue “full throttle,” new reports suggest Saudi funding may dry up by year’s end, leaving LIV scrambling for solutions. We break down the conflicting explanations behind the postponed event, from questionable scheduling excuses to more credible signs of a shifting business model and financial strain. With millions already invested by local governments and partial refunds now being issued, the optics raise serious questions about sustainability. We also dive into what this means for players like Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm, who are reportedly exploring backup options with other tours while navigating uncertain contract situations. Is this just a temporary setback, or the first domino in a potential collapse of LIV Golf? We analyze the latest rumors, financial realities, and player reactions to understand where the league stands—and what could happen next in the ever-evolving world of professional golf. The Golf Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://golficity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/The-Golf-Podcast-on-Apple-Podcasts.jpg]https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/golf-podcast-presented-by/id689011035?mt=2&uo=4&at=11l3W5 Listen to The Golf Podcast on Spotify [https://golficity.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Listen-to-The-Golf-Podcast-on-Spotify.png]https://golficity.com/spotify   LISTEN TO THIS WEEK’S SHOW * Download on iTunes here [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/golf-podcast-presented-by/id689011035?mt=2&uo=4&at=11l3W5] * Listen on Spotify here [https://golficity.com/spotify] THANKS TO THIS WEEK’S SPONSORS * Titleist is committed to ensuring that every golf ball delivers superior quality and consistency.  From ball to ball, dozen to dozen we should expect our golf ball to perform exactly the same way, shot after shot. That’s why Titleist owns the design, the technology and the manufacturing to make sure consistency spot on every time. They even conduct all the testing and quality checks to make sure nothing slips through the cracks.  Titleist is the #1 ball for every player and the #1 ball in golf.  Choose the best for your game and find out more at Titleist.com [https://www.titleist.com/]. * Trust your golf game to FootJoy, the number one Shoe in Golf. Shop now at FootJoy.com [https://www.footjoy.com/]. Thanks for tuning to The Golf Podcast! ---------------------------------------- Cover Image via X [https://pbs.twimg.com/media/HGWiLuabcAAo2Fz?format=jpg&name=900x900]

Did the PGA TOUR Just Make a Huge Mistake?

The PGA Tour is making more major changes—but are they actually making the league better…or worse? In this week’s episode of The Golf Podcast we break down the growing criticism around the PGA Tour’s latest changes, including the reported end of the Hawaii swing, the Tour’s shift toward a more profit-focused business model, and the ongoing issues with Signature Events. With long-running events being removed, layoffs happening inside the organization, and the schedule becoming more concentrated around select marquee tournaments, it raises a bigger question: is the PGA Tour improving its product or losing some of its identity? We also discuss why players like Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler are skipping certain Signature Events despite massive purses, and whether the current schedule is actually working against the Tour’s goal of bringing the best players together more often. From tradition versus optimization to sponsor pressure, player freedom, and fan frustration, this episode looks at where the PGA Tour may be heading as it continues to reshape its future. Plus, we ask whether removing Hawaii is just one change—or a sign of a much bigger transformation coming to professional golf. The Golf Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://golficity.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/The-Golf-Podcast-on-Apple-Podcasts.jpg]https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/golf-podcast-presented-by/id689011035?mt=2&uo=4&at=11l3W5 Listen to The Golf Podcast on Spotify [https://golficity.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Listen-to-The-Golf-Podcast-on-Spotify.png]https://golficity.com/spotify   LISTEN TO THIS WEEK’S SHOW * Download on iTunes here [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/golf-podcast-presented-by/id689011035?mt=2&uo=4&at=11l3W5] * Listen on Spotify here [https://golficity.com/spotify] THANKS TO THIS WEEK’S SPONSORS * Titleist is committed to ensuring that every golf ball delivers superior quality and consistency.  From ball to ball, dozen to dozen we should expect our golf ball to perform exactly the same way, shot after shot. That’s why Titleist owns the design, the technology and the manufacturing to make sure consistency spot on every time. They even conduct all the testing and quality checks to make sure nothing slips through the cracks.  Titleist is the #1 ball for every player and the #1 ball in golf.  Choose the best for your game and find out more at Titleist.com [https://www.titleist.com/]. * Trust your golf game to FootJoy, the number one Shoe in Golf. Shop now at FootJoy.com [https://www.footjoy.com/]. Thanks for tuning to The Golf Podcast! ---------------------------------------- Cover Image via X [https://x.com/NUCLRGOLF/status/1958186785500024858/photo/1]