Beyond The Tour is a weekly podcast that goes behind the scenes of the professional golf world. Hosts Jake Hower and Luke Manning provide expert analysis and commentary on the latest events across all tours - including the PGA Tour, LIV Golf, and the majors.
Each episode recaps the key tournaments, breaking down the biggest storylines, winners, upsets, and controversies from the previous week. From dissecting the rising impact of the LIV Golf League to handicapping the majors and everything in between, Beyond The Tour delivers unfiltered takes on the rapidly evolving landscape of pro golf.
Jake and Luke dig into player performances, course conditions, rules disputes, and more. They also discuss other golf news grabbing headlines that week, offering insights on the latest rivalries, business dealings, and politics shaking up the sport.
Whether you're a passionate golf fan or just a casual viewer, Beyond The Tour brings you closer to the action with in-depth analysis you won't hear anywhere else.
New episodes drop every week!
LIV Riyadh Under Lights, Waste Management Phoenix Open and LIV Adelaide Preview
Jake and Luke discuss the latest happenings in the golf world, including a recap of the LIV season opener in Riyadh won by Adrian Maronk, and the unique elements of the tournament like night golf.
They also reflect on the Waste Management Phoenix Open, highlighted by Tom Detry's victory. The episode explores controversies in the golf community, such as commentary on PGA Tour rules, the transition of players like Pat Perez to broadcasting roles, and the evolving media coverage of LIV.
Additionally, they mention other golf results including Haotong Li winning the Qatar Masters, and discuss upcoming events like the Genesis Invitational and LIV Adelaide.
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Timestamps:
00:27 Weekend Golf Highlights
00:59 LIV Golf in Riyadh Recap
12:09 Broadcasting and Audience Challenges
17:44 Waste Management Tournament Recap
26:35 Balancing the Excitement: Recap of Recent Golf Events
28:18 Victorian Open Highlights and Weather Challenges
29:37 Changes in the Australian Open Format
33:40 Trump's Involvement in Golf and PGA Tour Dynamics
41:37 LIV Golf Updates and Player Exemptions
49:12 Upcoming Tournaments and Expectations
51:15 LIV Golf Adelaide: Anticipations and Preparations
58:02 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell
5 Feb 2025
Pebble Beach Recap, Golf Etiquette Debates, and Iconic Course Reviews
Jake and Luke dive deep into golf topics including the results from the Pebble Beach tournament where Rory McIlroy clinched victory.
They discuss the challenges of slow play and suggest how the rules should be enforced to handle pace-of-play issues. The hosts also share insights on unforgettable golf courses, focusing on Luke's recent golf trip playing Royal Melbourne West and the National (Moonah, Gunnamatta, and the Old Course) on the Mornington Peninsula.
Other topics covered include the latest news from LIV golf, the upcoming Waste Management Open, and the much-anticipated concert series accompanying LIV Golf’s tournaments.
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Timestamps:
00:31 Recap of Recent Golf Events
01:15 Discussion on Rory McIlroy's Performance
03:33 Pace of Play Issues in Golf
09:00 Open Letters from PGA Tour Players
27:16 Golf Trip to Melbourne
35:35 Challenging 18th Hole at Royal Melbourne
36:31 Comparing Kingston Heath and Royal Melbourne
41:34 The National Golf Club Experience
44:31 Reviewing the Moonah Course
48:33 Exploring the Gunnamatta Course
54:42 The Old Course at The National
01:02:50 Upcoming Golf Tournaments and Events
20 Jan 2025
Hatton Wins Again, Djokovic Drama, Fox Deal with LIV, and More
In this episode of Beyond the Tour, hosts Jake and Luke dive into the latest golf news and updates. They start by discussing the recent controversy involving Novak Djokovic and Australian tennis reporter Tony Jones.
The conversation then shifts to a detailed breakdown of major golf events from the past week, including Tyrell Hatton's impressive win in Dubai, performances at the PGA Tour, and highlights from the DP World Tour.
The hosts also discuss the significance of LIV Golf's new broadcast deal with Fox, potential changes in TGL's format, and speculate on the PGA Tour's upcoming venue adjustments for the Genesis Invitational.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome and Weekend Recap
00:17 Tennis Talk: Djokovic Controversy
03:32 Major Storylines: Tyrell Hatton's Victory
04:30 PGA Tour Highlights and Pace of Play Issues
13:53 DP World Tour and Dubai Impressions
19:12 Rory McIlroy and LIV Golf Updates
24:09 The Impact of Live Sports on TV Revenue
24:31 Analyzing Viewership and Ratings
25:49 The Evolution of Golf Broadcasting
27:09 Changes in Golf Commentary Teams
29:47 Leadership Changes at LIV Golf
32:14 TGL Week Two Recap
35:09 Corporate Hospitality at Golf Events
39:45 Upcoming Golf Tournaments
44:27 Speculations and Rumors in Golf
45:41 Relocating the Genesis Invitational
48:53 Conclusion and Farewell
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
5,802
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Podcast Authority Score: 58 / 100
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