Next On The Tee With Chris Mascaro, Golf Podcast

Evan Schiller is back and we hear about his experience playing and photographing Oak Hill Country Club. We also hear about the making of the Evan Schiller calendar and the patience required to get the perfect lighting for the perfect photo.

Dr. Bill Mallon joins me in this segment. Bill played college golf at Duke and on the PGA Tour from 1975-1979 before going back to school and getting his medical degree. We talk about getting through Q-School and earning his Tour card. We also talk about his 6th place finish in the 1976 Western Open and playing in the 1977 US Open. Bill shares why he left the Tour to go back to medical school to be an Orthopedic surgeon. Plus, I get his insights and expectations for Tiger Woods following Tiger's most recent foot surgery.

Tom Patri shares his insights on Oak Hill Country Club, the site of the PGA Championship. We also hear how showing up on the local news solved his anger management issues on the course. Plus, we hear his favorite Evan Schiller stories and why he's still waiting for his commission decades later.

This week on the Next on the Tee podcast my guests are: Top Instructor Tom Patri, PGA Professional & amazing Photographer Evan Schiller, PGA Tour Legend Bruce Devlin, and former Tour Player turned Top Orthopedic Surgeon Bill Mallon. Hear their insights on: Oak HillGetting a date vs. making your tee timeBill StrausbaughThe making of the Evan Schiller golf calendarJack Nicklaus1968 US Open & 1980 PGA Championship at Oak Hill Country ClubPlay Like The DevilMaking a double eagle on the 8th hole at Augusta NationalGetting through Q-School1977 US Open at Southern HillsDr. Mallon weighs in on what Tiger's latest surgery means for his playing career.

Scott McCarron and I talk about his recent performance at the Mitsubishi Electric Classic and we look ahead to the back-to-back majors they have coming up at the Regions Tradition and the Senior PGA Championship. I asked him about the golf ball distance issue since his average driving distance hasn't changed much at age 58 since his days playing on the PGA Tour. We also talked about the potential of Tiger playing on the Champions Tour. He said based on conversations he's had, it looks like Tiger will play several tournaments a year but he goes on to say that their "supposed leader" PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan, didn't like it when the Champions Tour ratings beat the PGA Tour's the week Phil played his first Champions Tour event. When I asked why, isn't it all in the family, he said you'll have to ask Jay Monahan that question.

Fred Lynn updates us on the progress of his golf game following double partial knee replacement surgery. We hear stories about him and his teammate Jim Rice playing golf together and being in awe of Rice bombing it off the tee. You'll also hear stories about Fred's experiences playing Pebble Beach, trying to keep it together playing in Frank Sinatra's event with Buddy Hackett, his memories of facing Gaylord Perry, and being a part of PBS's series Iconic America about Fenway Park.

Paul Stankowski is one of my favorite people on the planet. I had the privilege of catching up with Paul at the Mitsubishi Electric Classic and again as he prepares for the Regions Tradition. We go back to 1996 when he became the first player to win in back-to-back weeks on the Nike Tour and then on the PGA Tour at the Bell South Classic. We get inside what it was like for him in an 8-day span to go from being a first-time winner on the Nike Tour to being the 6th alternate for the Bell South Classic, getting into that tournament, winning it, and the next day driving up Magnolia Lane.

Eddie Drye and Kevin Roman share equipment and playing lessons that will help us hit straighter drives, recover from the rough, and knock down more flags with our wedges.

On this episode my guests are 2019 Champions Tour Player of the Year Scott McCarron, MLB Legend Fred Lynn, Champions Tour Pro Paul Stankowski, Srixon/Cleveland Golf VP of Sales Eddie Drye, and 2014 Georgia PGA Teacher of the Year Kevin Roman. Scott McCarron and I talk about his recent performance at the Mitsubishi Electric Classic and we look ahead to the back-to-back majors they have coming up at the Regions Tradition and the Senior PGA Championship. I asked him about the golf ball distance issue since his average driving distance hasn't changed much at age 58 since his days playing on the PGA Tour. We also talked about the potential of Tiger playing on the Champions Tour. He said based on conversations he's had, it looks like Tiger will play several tournaments a year but he goes on to say that their "supposed leader" PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan, didn't like it when the Champions Tour ratings beat the PGA Tour's the week Phil played his first Champions Tour event. When I asked why, isn't it all in th

Rick Fehr shares his thoughts and lessons for how to deal with tournament golf pressure. We talk about his stories from being low amateur in the 1984 Masters and US Open. What it was like for him to be a part of the victorious 1983 Walker Cup team, his win at the 1986 BC Open, and the short list of things all great ball strikers do.

The Wedge Guy, Terry Koehler, takes us through his new Edison 2.0 Wedges and why they are the best wedges on the market for average to high handicappers. We hear how his proprietary sole design and weight distribution around the clubface helps average golfers get more distance, improved accuracy, and consistent results. I also get his thoughts on proper gapping, an explanation of what smash factor is, and how it impacts wedge play.

Linda Hartough shares the story of the Augusta National member who launched her on the path of being one of the all-time great golf landscape artists. We also hear about the New York Times article that named her the Rembrandt of the Back Nine and the bucket list of courses she'd still like to paint.

Tom Patri and I discuss the Australian tax man taking 47.5% of Talor Gooch's $6M from his winning paycheck at the LIV Golf Tournament in Adelaide, Australia. Tom also tells us about one of the hidden gem courses in Florida, Mountain Lake. We also debate the guys we think should be the faces of the PGA Tour going forward.

My great friend Matthew Laurance joins me in this segment of Next on the Tee. Matthew and I talked nothing about golf and it couldn't have been more fun. He is such a great storyteller and we get to hear a lot about his movie career. You'll hear about the event he hosted last Fall where he helped raise money for the flood victim in Eastern Kentucky with a special showing of the movie he starred in, Eddie & the Cruisers. He also shares stories about his relationships with Jim Boeheim, PJ Carlesimo, the crush Elton John had on him, and getting to work with Carl Reiner and Steve Martin on the movie Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid.

I had the privilege of spending some time with one of my all-time favorite peeps Mitch Laurance on Next on the Tee. Mitch shared a historical perspective on the top players of all-time discussion. We get to hear great stories about Old Tom Morris, Tom Morris Jr., James Braid, Harry Vardon, and Ted Ray. Mitch also talks about his recent trip to Pinehurst and Pine Valley plus a fantastic story from the round he played last year at historic Aiken Golf Club.

My all-time favorite author and fantastic TV Producer Keith Hirshland joins me in this segment of the show. Keith updated us on how things are going out on the LIV Tour. As the Producer of their golf tournaments, he shares some of the new, innovative technology they have to keep up with 48 players who all have golf balls in the air at the same time. He gives us insights on LIV's team concept and how that keeps all 48 players engaged even if they're not on top of the leaderboard. We also get a teaser about his upcoming 6th book...I hear that CT Mascaro guy might be another appearance...

Tom Patri and I looked back at The Masters plus we discuss our Top 5 players of all time and a couple of guys who are very underrated.

This week I'm joined Top Instructor Tom Patri, the only Artist to be commissioned by the USGA & R&A to paint their championship courses Linda Hartough, 2-time winner on the PGA Tour, now Top Instructor Rick Fehr, and The Wedge Guy Terry Koehler. Tom Patri and I discuss the Australian tax man taking 47.5% of Talor Gooch's $6M from his winning paycheck at the LIV Golf Tournament in Adelaide, Australia. Tom also tells us about one of the hidden gem courses in Florida, Mountain Lake. We also debate the guys we think should be the faces of the PGA Tour going forward. Linda Hartough shares the story of the Augusta National member who launched her on the path of being one of the all-time great golf landscape artists. We also hear about the New York Times article that named her the Rembrandt of the Back Nine and the bucket list of courses she'd still like to paint. Rick Fehr shares his thoughts and lessons for how to deal with tournament golf pressure. We talk about his stories from being low amateur in th

Paul Doherty of the new brand Con.Struct Green joins me in this special bonus segment of the show. Con.Struct Green was featured by The Golf Channel during this year's PGA Merchandise Show for their new and innovative designs and fabrics. They were awarded gold certification by the Worldwide Accreditation Production Agency for their use of solar energy to run their production facility and their use of recycled materials in their clothes. Paul talks about their production process, their innovative designs and colors that really pop, and anti-microbial and UV50+ protection which is so important now. Listen in and check them out online at www.conxstruct.com

What a great time this week on a VERY special Happy Birthday to Me episode of the show. I got to spend it with four of my favorite people on the planet, Top Instructor Tom Patri, my all-time favorite Author and TV Producer Keith Hirshland, plus 2 fantastic Actors & Show Hosts Mitch & Matthew Laurance. Tom Patri and I looked back at The Masters plus we discussed our Top 5 players of all time and a couple of guys who are very underrated. Keith Hirshland updated us on how things are going out on the LIV Tour. As the Producer of their golf tournaments, he shares some of the new, innovative technology they have. When you have all 48 players on the course at the same time, and balls in the air all over the golf course, keeping track of the leaders in the first two rounds can be a challenge. We also talk about LIV's team concept and how that keeps all 48 players engaged even if they're not on top of the leaderboard. Mitch Laurance shares a historical perspective on the top players of all-time discussion.