Living It Up, everyday. Brian, George, and PGA Tour winner Billy Hurley III explore the ever-changing landscape of competitive golf in an unbiased and neutral way, calling “balls and strikes” on both the PGA Tour and LIV Golf (and all other golf tours in-between). Join us weekly as we recap the previous week’s highs and lows and pontificate on what’s next for professional golf.
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Ep 173: Shane stumbles letting Nico Echavarria win his 3rd PGA Tour title, and Billy shares a view inside the Seminole Pro Member and the front 9 renovation
This episode features a deep dive into the dramatic moments at the Cognizant Classic, including Shane Lowry's costly mistakes, insights into professional golf strategy, and pressure. Plus, a behind-the-scenes look at the Seminole Pro Member and the front 9 renovation and more.
Key topics
Shane Lowry's critical shots and mental resilience
Seminole Golf Course renovations and historical significance
Brooks Koepka's comeback and current form
The strategic challenge of aiming in professional golf
Selection and renovation of major championship venues
The role of signature events in golf popularity
The influence of course design on tournament outcomes
The development and viewership of TGL
The mental and physical aspects of high-stakes golf
Future trends in golf course architecture and tournament planning
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Cognizant Classic
00:29 Shane Lowry's Performance Under Pressure
06:47 Comparing Shane Lowry and Nico Echeverria
11:59 The Challenge of Winning on Tour
19:55 Brooks Koepka's Return to Form
25:59 The Impact of TGL on Golf Viewership
32:49 The Future of TGL and Player Dynamics
36:10 Insights from the Seminole Pro Member Event
44:39 Renovations at Seminole: A New Era for Golf
51:40 The Impact of Course History on Major Championships
56:51 Networking and Community in Golf Events
24 Feb 2026
Ep 172: Anthony Kim's improbable win, alongside Colin Morikawa's return to form, and Jacob Bridegman grabbing his first PGA Tour title
This episode covers recent highlights in golf, including Anthony Kim's remarkable victory at LIV Adelaide, Jacob Bridgeman's first PGA Tour win, and the evolving landscape of PGA Tour events. Billy shares some AK tales from their time together on the 2005 US Walker Cup team, and how he had that swagger from age 20.
Chapters
00:00 Golf Recap: Rising Stars and Signature Wins
04:41 The Impact of Performance Under Pressure
09:57 Colin Morikawa: A Return to Form
15:29 Anthony Kim's Remarkable Comeback
25:02 The Changing Landscape of PGA Tour Events
2 Feb 2026
Ep 171: Rose runs away with the Farmers, Brooks returns to the PGA Tour, and we look around the world of golf in the first month of 2026
In this episode of the Living It Up podcast, the hosts discuss the start of competitive golf in 2026, focusing on players like Justin Rose and Brooks Koepka. They explore the importance of recovery in golf, comparing the dedication of players like Rose to others like Dustin Johnson. The conversation also touches on the recent player moves across LIV Golf and the PGA Tour, the future of talented young golfers, and the role of sponsorships in shaping careers. Additionally, they delve into the disqualification controversy surrounding Michael Brennan, and look ahead to the Waste Management Phoenix Open-ish.
Chapters
00:00 The Start of Competitive Golf in 2026
00:29 Justin Rose: The Fountain of Youth?
03:40 The Importance of Recovery in Golf
07:06 Comparing Justin Rose and Dustin Johnson
10:05 Brooks Koepka's Return to the PGA Tour
15:57 The Implications of Brooks' Return
20:47 The Future of Young Golfers and LIV Golf
24:04 FedEx Cup Points and the Korn Ferry Tour
29:50 The Future of Golf: Merging Tours and Points Systems
32:33 The Role of Greens Reading in Golf
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
4,657,709,572
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
3.7 / 5
22 ratings
Spotify
4.0 / 5
29 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 76 / 100
A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.
Quality
84
Social presence
0
YouTube
93
Engagement
75
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