Monday Q Info's Ryan French dives deep into the world of golf, focusing on underdog and untold stories. The podcast sheds light on players and narratives often overlooked by mainstream coverage. Each episode explores the journeys, struggles, and triumphs of those fighting their way through the game. It offers a fresh, insider perspective on the sport beyond the famous names and big tournaments.
Episodes
Steven Alker: Don't Stop Believin'
The greatest Monday qualifying story in golf. Alker Monday qualified for a PGA Tour Champions event when he turned 50 and he now has 14 wins, including 4 this year.
The Death of LIV Closing Thoughts, and Yannik Paul on DPWT Q-School's Final Stage
With LIV being officially dead, Ryan French and Mark Baldwin offer their closing thoughts on the league that died unceremoniously. Then Yannik Paul joins French to discuss the final stage of DPWT Q-School
LIV 2.0 Reportedly Loses Funding Partner
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin discuss the report of BC Partners deciding not to fund the next iteration of LIV.
DPWT and LPGA Q-School Preview, Abu Dhabi Safety Concerns, Internet Invitational
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin take a look at the field for the final stage of DP World Tour Q-School, the leaderboard for Stage II of LPGA Q-Series, discuss the risks at this week's Abu Dhabi Aldar Championship, and consider the success of the Internet Invitational.
Jhared Hack's Golf Odyssey: From India to the HotelPlanner Tour Championship
Jhared Hack joins Mark Baldwin from the HotelPlanner Tour Championship, where he is trying to move into the top-15 and earn his DP World Tour card. He discusses his busy season and travel odyssey that began in India this year.
Q&A Friday: First Stage Q-School, LIV 2.0, Best Caddies, TGL and WTGL
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin take social media questions.
Taylor Dickson and Carson Young are Headed Back to the PGA Tour
Ryan French speaks with two 2026 Korn Ferry Tour graduates, Taylor Dickson and Carson Young, who are both headed back to the PGA Tour. Dickson is a 34-year-old, three-time winner on KFT who lost his PGA Tour card after one season. Young, 31, had three top 10s in 2025 on the PGA Tour, but lost his card and talks about what it means to be headed back to the PGA Tour.
Alistair Docherty Went from His Lowest Moment to the PGA Tour
New PGA Tour member Alistair Docherty talks about finally achieving his dream of earning a tour card and all the struggles along the way.
Tourbound with Austin Hitt and Friday Q&A
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin take social media questions and discuss LIV 2.0, PGA Tour Champions pension change, DP World Tour exemptions, the impressive career of Charles Howel III, LPGA Second Stage, and more. Last week's KFT winner Austin Hitt joins Ryan French at the 42:10 mark to discuss what it means to earn a PGA Tour card.
Tourbound: Ian Holt and Michael Johnson Are New PGA Tour Members
Ryan French interviews two members of the Korn Ferry Tour's graduating class of 2026: Ian Holt and Michael Johnson. Holt and Johnson talk about their season and journey to the PGA Tour.
Bad News/Good News: LPGA Q-School Stage is Unplayable and the KFT Class of 2026
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin discuss LPGA Q-Series Second Stage being postponed due to unplayable conditions and how many players are affected. The weekend also saw a new class of Korn Ferry Tour graduates at the KFT Tour Championship -- French and Baldwin talk about the pressure of playing on the bubble and who succeeded.
Korn Ferry Tour Championship with Brentley Romine
Golf Channel writer and reporter Brentley Romine and Ryan French discuss this week's Korn Ferry Tour Championship.
Epson Tour Championship with Kate Smith-Stroh and Q&A: LPGA Tour Moves, Tom Kim at High-Stakes Asian Games
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin record from Palm Springs at the Epson Tour Championship with Kate Smith-Stroh, who is trying to earn her LPGA Tour card this week. They also take social media questions about the LPGA, LET, Tom Kim, Ryan's golf game and who could use some military service on the PGA Tour.
An American Comeback at the Presidents Cup
Monday Q Info's Ryan French spent Sunday at the Presidents Cup. He and Mark Baldwin discuss the day: Trevino in the Media Center, Scottie's sportsmanship, the American rally, Internationals' back nine struggles, Captain's strategy, and the President's role.
"Killer" Carlota Gets Revenge at Solheim Cup, Former School Teacher Nearly Wins on Champions Tour
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin talk about Ciganda's comments and getting revenge on Kupcho; Europe winning the Solheim Cup; a former teacher getting in contention at Champions Tour; results from Korn Ferry Tour, Epson Tour and DP World Tour; and Monday Q's upcoming week at The Golf Party.
Re-Release: Auston Kim on Solheim Cup and Playing for Your Country
Auston Kim talks about earning her way on the Solheim Cup team and what it means to play for your country.
Golf/College Football Sicko Q&A: UMass Football, Pros Regaining Am Status, PGAT Challenger Series
Ryan French surprised Mark Baldwin with a mystery guest for a true underdog conversation. Q&A Friday follows.
Presidents Cup Captain's Picks: Casey Jarvis Got Screwed!
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin discuss the Presidents Cup captain's picks. They also discuss first stage of DPWT Q-School, KFT Finals and LPGA social media.
Block Party, Scheffler Supreme, Gerard's Grind, Solheim Cup Check-Up
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin talk about Michael Block's showmanship, Scottie Scheffler's superiority, Ryan Gerard's travels, compare Presidents Cup and Solheim Cup picks, and more.
Q&A: Good Good/Callaway Ad Fallout Consumes Almost Everything
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin discuss the Big Break being postponed by the Good Good/Callaway ad, the backlash to and reach of the ad, the significant increase in female participation in golf, whether people claiming "cancel culture" have a point...and what we're looking forward to in 2027.
Austin Hitt Talks About Shooting 60 in KFT Final Round and Future PGA Tour Changes
Austin Hitt just finished Runner-up at the AdventHealth Championship on the Korn Ferry Tour after shooting 60 in the final round to get to 28-under for the tournament. The finish moved him to 22nd on the KFT points list and he now has his sights set on a PGA Tour card. Hitt talks about his hot final round, playing with a "chasing mentality," how he's approaching KFT Finals -- and hi
Auston Kim Talks Solheim Cup, Clark Wins BMW, La Sasso Takes LIV Indy Title and the Music Stops
No. 22 in the world, Auston Kim, talks about being chosen to represent the U.S. at the Solheim Cup. Leading to that, Ryan French and Mark Baldwin discuss Wyndham Clark outdueling Rory at the BMW Championship, who should be chosen for PGA Tour Player of the Year, and La Sasso winning the final LIV event (of the season?).
LIV Indy: Monday Q Info Booted From Driving Range, Bryson Calls, O'Neil Presser
Ryan French spent Wednesday roaming the grounds at LIV Indianapolis during the Pro-Am, went to LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil's presser, and was asked to give Bryson some space on the range. French talks about the day with Mark Baldwin.
Jeeno Thitikul's Win, Steelman's KFT Victory, Spieth Misses Top 50, Scottie Wins by 8!
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin talk about LPGA, KFT and PGA Tour results from the weekend.
Friday Q&A: LIV Indy, DPWT Hardball, Player Predictions, Reorganizing Pro Golf, and more.
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin discuss Ryan's plan to cover LIV Indianapolis, and take social media questions about the latest reports from LIV, the DP World Tour, Americas Tour, and how to improve the pro golf ecosystem more broadly.
Harris Shoots 59 for KFT Win, Block Gets DQ'd, Brennan PGA Tour Victory, and a Wild Cheating Story
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin discuss the weekend of golf, a story French reported from the European Senior Tour, and a cheating plan gone wrong.
Q&A: Arizona Open, Young Guns Rise, Jordan Spieth, Blades' Choice, LIV 2.0
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin talk about Baldwin's comeback at the scorching Arizona Open -- and take social media questions: the next wave of players, whether Speith will win again, Blades Brown's choices, and LIV 2.0.
Tommy Kuhl on Monday Qualifying, Dealing with Anxiety, and Building a Support System
Fighting Illini alumnus Tommy Kuhl has been struggling in the pro golf ranks since turning pro. He Monday qualified this year into the ISCO Championship and just Monday qualified for the Pinnacle Bank Championship on Korn Ferry Tour. He talks about dealing with anxiety, the challenges of pro golf, and the importance of building a support system to keep the game in perspective.
A Long Walk from the City Open, Arizona Heat, AIG Women's Open, Last Rocket Mortgage
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin talk about the pro tournaments of the weekend, Ryan's finish at his city open, and how Mark is preparing to play in 114 degree temperatures at the Arizona Open.
Ryan French is Preparing for the City Open with Roger Knick, PDI Founder
Ryan is joined by Roger Knick, founder of Player Development Index, to discuss the PDI system for quantifying improvement and developing golfers. PDI is based in Connecticut where Ryan traveled to do a full assessment of his performance leading to his city open.
The Open: Ryan Fox Wins Fearlessly, Rules of Golf Stir Debate at Royal Birkdale
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin review the Open Championship at Royal Birkdale.
Austen Truslow, Open Championship qualifier: "Holy s**t! This is a different deal right here."
Open Championship qualifier Austen Truslow talks about Royal Birkdale, how he's preparing for the Open, expectations, and the journey to his third major championship.
James Nicholas: Successful Open Championship and U.S. Open Qualifier
Korn Ferry Tour member James Nicholas talks about making it through qualifying for the last two majors. He talks about his experience at the U.S. Open and how he's getting ready for The Open.
John Morton on the History of The Open Qualifier and His Most Prized Golf Artifact
Golf historian and collector John Morton talks about the long history of The Open qualifier, about his impressive collection of golf history artifacts (including a 175-year-old Old Tom Morris Featherie ball), and his efforts to golf historian works to U.S. markets.
Bombay Bogey Banter: Jhared Hack and Dom Piccirillo Catch Up
When we last left Jhared Hack and Dom Piccirillo, Jhared had won on the PGTI and finished runner-up on the co-sanctioned HotelPlanner Tour in India. Dom was stuck in India after getting bitten by a monkey and having to get medical treatment. Dom joins Jhared in a more stable environment this time to talk about Jhared's rise and recent success, their summer plans, strange white European vans o
Robert Garrigus Has Some Thoughts About the PGA Tour's New Structure
PGA Tour winner Robert Garrigus speaks with Ryan French and Mark Baldwin about the U.S. Open and making his first cut on tour in years -- and about the major changes coming to the PGA Tour with the announcement of the Championship and Challenger series.
Hannah Green on Being Top 10 in the World, Returning to the KPMG, and Growing the LPGA
The seventh-ranked player in the world joins Ryan French to talk about how to get the ball up-and-down from impossible spots, the pressure of being one of the world's best, what she's looking forward to this week at the KPMG, the matches she's played on the LPGA, and how the LPGA can be better covered.
Peter Jacobsen on the U.S. Open, the future of the PGA Tour, the Golf Party and Tin Cup
Seven-time PGA Tour winner, U.S. Senior Open champion and golf commentator, Peter Jacobsen, joins Ryan French and Mark Baldwin after the cut at the U.S. Open to talk about the direction of pro golf, his event The Golf Party, and what he expects on the weekend at Shinnecock Hills.
U.S. Open Preview, Zack Fischer Discusses Finally Breaking Through on KFT
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin preview the U.S. Open with some under-the-radar stories and most recent KFT winner, Zack Fischer, joins to talk about winning on Korn Ferry Tour after 171 starts.
High-Stakes U.S. Open Medical Scenario, Cauley and Fischer Win, LPGA Star is Born, and Shank Stories
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin talk about weekend finishes on the PGA Tour, Korn Ferry Tour and LPGA Tour, and preview a high-stakes medical extension scenario for one player at the U.S. Open.
Writer Tony Paul on Rocket Mortgage Classic Fate, and U.S. Open Qualifying with Marcelo Rozo
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin speak with Detroit News writer, Tony Paul, who broke the news that Rocket Mortgage will not be renewing its contract with the PGA Tour next year. They also discuss the future of LIV, best stories from the U.S. Open qualifying and speak with PGA Tour member Marcelo Rozo, who just qualified for the U.S. Open on golf's longest day.
Dylan Wu and Nick Hardy on Golf's Longest Day
Ryan French interviews two PGA Tour players after a successful day at U.S. Open qualifying.
Natasha Oon Might Have the Biggest Personality on the LPGA Tour
LPGA Rookie and Epson Tour winner Natasha Oon has stories and the energy to tell them. From walking through bad neighborhoods to get to Junior Worlds -- which she won -- with her Mom, to becoming "the BART Girl" in college where she took public transportation for hours to visit her coach, to winning on the Epson Tour in the middle of nowhere, and then getting injured, Natasha tells amazi
Bryson Asks AI for Swing Tips, Christina Kim's MC, Slow Play Costs LPGA Player, Russ wins Colonial
:01 - 9:44 Ryan French and Christina Kim's week at ShopRite9:45 - 13:55 Christina Kim's Career and Future13:55 - 21:46 Costly Slow Play Penalty and Slow Play in Pro Golf21:46 - 27:34 Good and Bad from ShopRite LPGA27:35 - 29:01 LPGA Coverage 29:01 - 31:31 Russell Henley Wins PGA, Alvaro Ortiz Wins KFT31:31 - 33:45 Joaquin Nieman Wins LIV and Career Earnings33:45 - End: Bryson Asks Gemini
LIV Cuts "Any Shot Any Time" App Feature, and Ryan French Caddies for Christina Kim on LPGA
The LIV app has allowed subscribers to view "any shot any time" during tournaments. Now, it appears, that feature has been cut. Ryan French and Mark Baldwin talk about the latest LIV issues. Ryan French is also caddying for LPGA winner Christina Kim this week at the Shoprite LPGA in Atlantic City. French talks about pro-am days, ravenous bugs, uncooperative weather, and for someone, a ca
Q&A: Do's and Don'ts of Caddying, Griffin's Expenses, Blades' Chances, Brooks' Grind, Bryson's Dilemma
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin answer the social media questions of the day.
PGA Championship Thoughts and U.S. Open Qualifying Stories
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin discuss what stood out to them from the PGA Championship and Baldwin talks about going to Dallas to caddie for a friend at U.S. Open Final Qualifying.
Jody Brothers, General Manager of the Epson Tour
Jody Brothers, head of the Epson Tour (the Korn Ferry Tour of the LPGA), joins Ryan French to discuss the challenges and growth of the LPGA's feeder tour -- and the women's game more broadly.
Q&A: Which LIV Players Could Return to PGA Tour, LPGA Pro-Am Winner, Money in the Women's Game
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin take social media questions after Ryan's first LPGA Pro-Am victory. Topics include: the ridiculous putt to win the LPGA Pro-Am (and Ryan's five-iron that preceded it); which LIV players the PGA Tour would want back; what Ryan thinks of becoming a meme; LPGA Monday qualifiers; how course conditions separate a field; Gary Player's take; best under-the-rada
Patrick Flavin: Americas Tour Winner
In 2022, Patrick Flavin successfully Monday qualified five times on the PGA Tour and played in four more through sponsor exemptions. He earned enough non-member points to qualify for Korn Ferry Tour finals and went on to earn his KFT card for the following season. But he didn't maintain status out there and now finds himself on PGA Tour Americas. He won last week in Argentina and talks about
Hayden Springer: Runner-Up at Zurich Classic
Hayden Springer partnered with Alex Smalley at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans to finish 2nd. It was a crucial moment for Springer, who is a conditional PGA Tour member this year. He talks about what it's like to be in contention with the pressure of winning, his status, and his partner's hopes on the line.
Is LIV Golf Dead? A discussion with LIV Insider Tom Hobbs ("Flushing It" on social media.)
Tom Hobbs, better known as Flushing It--the popular golf account on X and Instagram--has built relationships with LIV golfers, including Bryson DeChambeau. Hobbs discusses the most recent LIV Golf developments with Ryan French.
Alan Shipnuck on Rory, LIV and the State of Pro Golf
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin interview Alan Shipnuck about his new book, Rory, and the most recent developments in pro golf.
"A Great Reset is Coming." Inside a Crazy Week in Pro Golf
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin talk about what led to French's scoop last week about a big change coming to LIV Golf. They discuss the seismic change coming to the pro golf landscape.
Through 36 Holes at The Masters
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin chat at after cut day at Augusta National: Best surprises, worst performances, and who has the best chance to catch McIlroy this weekend.
From Augusta: Ryan Gerard
Ryan Gerard discusses what it's like to be at Augusta for his first Masters. He talks about the course, the practice rounds, preparation, the trip to Mauritius that secured his spot at Augusta, and how he's approaching the week.
The Masters Preview
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin make their picks and talk about who will rise and who will fall around Augusta National this week.
Q&A: Masters Monday Q, Best Meltdowns, a $100k Question, Blades Brown, Asterisk Talley
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin take social media questions about: best meltdowns, a $100k question, LIV's La Sasso, first KFT player to win on PGA Tour, a Masters Monday Q, PGAT players being mic'd up for YouTube, on-course drinking, Blades Brown's choices, Asterisk Talley and Rose Zhang.
Monday Q Success: Charlie Crockett & Dawson Jones
Charlie Crockett Monday qualified this week for the Valero Texas Open, and Dawson Jones qualified for the KFT's LECOM Suncoast Classic. They each join Ryan French to discuss the opportunity.
Woodland Wins, Tiger's Troubles, Ford Championship Recap
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin discuss Gary Woodland's Houston Open win after revealing he's been battling PTSD; Tiger Woods' Arrest and Struggles; and Mark discusses his time at the LPGA's Ford Championship.
Going Low with Sam Ryder and Zack Fischer
PGA Tour veteran Sam Ryder shot 60 in the Monday qualifier for the Houston Open this week. The round featured 12 circles, a pushcart, and came a week after he disqualified himself from another Monday Q. Zack Fischer's Korn Ferry Tour season was on the line recently when he birdied four of the last five holes to make a crucial cut before the reshuffle, extending his season.
Valspar and LIV Finishes, Hack Strikes Again, Gumberg Wins on DPWT, Green Goes Back-To-Back in Oz
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin talk about the week's tournament results from around the world.
Bombay Bogey Banter: Monkey Bite, Rabies Shots, No Escape
Jhared Hack and Dom Piccirillo talk about life on the Pro Golf Tour of India. Dom was supposed to leave India but was attacked by a monkey. Dom talks about ending up in the hospital, the rabies shots and staying in India for another month. Jhared talks about being second on the Order of Merit, being in contention last week, bucket showers, vegan states, communication issues, and his final week of
Q&A: PGA Tour Promotion, Relegation, Future of KFT, Americas Tour and Mondays, Ryan Angers Twitter
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin take social media questions about Brian Rolapp's press conference at The Players.
Erik Barnes: To Golf Hell and Back
Erik Barnes was a 2024 PGA Tour member when he started having driver troubles. With each passing week, his misses worsened until he had difficulty keeping his ball in play. Last season, he missed all his cuts on the Korn Ferry Tour and PGA Tour and hit a low point. He decided to rebuild his golf swing and last week at the Puerto Rico Open, he made the cut and finished in the top-25.
Bombay Bogey Banter Part II
Pro Golf Tour of India members Jhared Hack and Dom Piccirillo on India's LIV-like team events, 5-star hotels, eating bad chicken and an impossible hole-out to win a match.
Ben Silverman Makes Cut as 4th Alternate at Cognizant Classic
Ben Silverman got into PGA Tour's Cognizant Classic field when Will Zalatoris withdrew and the three alternates ahead of him were not on site. He played with Brooks Koepka, embraced the moment and made the cut, picking up important FedEx Cup points. He talks about being an alternate, getting the call, playing with Koepka and how he's approaching the season.
Q&A: Pavan's Horrifying Accident, Zalatoris WD and Stories, PGA Tour Excitement and Sustainability
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin answer questions from social media.
Bombay Bogey Banter: Jhared Hack and Dom Piccirillo from India
Ryan French gives Jhared Hack and Dom Piccirillo the mic to tell listeners about their experience playing on the Pro Golf Tour of India.
Austen Truslow, New Zealand PGA Champion, and Q&A: Chairman Lucas Glover, Anthony Kim, Jacob Bridgeman Wins The Genesis
Austen Truslow won the New Zealand Open on Sunday and joined the pod to talk about the breakthrough win. Ryan French and Mark Baldwin discuss a few Q&A topics that they missed last week.
Ian Holt, Korn Ferry Tour Winner and Points Leader
Ian Holt won the second and third Korn Ferry Tour events of the season, but he nearly took a coaching job at his Alma mater. A series of unlikely events unfolded that led him back to the Korn Ferry Tour. His journey is the ultimate example of how thin the line is between making it and leaving the pro game.
Adam Hadwin's Struggle and Hope
After 11 years on the PGA Tour that included a win, Adam Hadwin lost his full PGA Tour status last year. Hadwin discusses how his game started slipping and his feelings on playing the Korn Ferry Tour this season.
Q&A: Monday Qs for Other Jobs, LPGA Party Hole, Gary Player Snub, Why Ryan Can't Break Par
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin answer social media questions.
James Nicholas, Korn Ferry Tour Winner
James Nicholas won the Korn Ferry Tour's Astara Golf Championship in Colombia. He talks about the final holes that led to the win, his journey, and what it feels like to finally breakthrough and win.
NEXT Golf Tour Championship Preview with Alex Schaake
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin preview the NEXT Tour Championship presented by Trackman Tour Championship. The event is held this week in Trackman simulators around the world and is played virtually at Jumeirah Golf Course. 14th-ranked Alex Schaake joins Ryan French to discuss how he's preparing.
Jhared Hack Shoots 59, Wins in India, Joins AGM After Victory Celebration
Ryan French and Mark Baldwin discuss Jhared Hack's ambitious adventure and Jhared calls in with his friend, Dom Piccirillo, from a hotel room after the two celebrated the victory. Ryan and Mark also discuss KFT, Waste Management Phoenix Open, Brooks Koepka's reception back on Tour, the LPGA Commissioner's statement, and LIV Riyadh.
Bob Harig on LIV's OWGR Points and Tiger v. Jack
LIV was awarded OWGR points this week. Sports Illustrated writer Bob Harig joins Ryan French to discuss the specifics. Harig also talks about his new book Tiger v. Jack.
Broadcaster Grant Boone on the LPGA Canceling the Tournament of Champions' Final Round
Grant Boone, who was commentating during the LPGA's Tournament of Champions, discusses the LPGA's decision to shorten the event to 54-holes on a cold, sunny Sunday.
Q&A with Willy Wilcox, and Jhared Hack, Newest Member of Pro Golf Tour of India
PGA Tour caddie and former tour player, Willy Wilcox, joins to take social media questions. Jhared Hack calls in from India after finishing 2nd at PGTI Q School.
Farmers Insurance Monday Qualifier Jeremy Paul Has 3 Tour Memberships and a Crazy Schedule
Jeremy Paul is a conditional member of the PGA Tour, Korn Ferry Tour and the DP World Tour. Last week, he had a spot on KFT and DPWT but because he was so close to getting into the Amex field on the PGA Tour, chose to travel to Palm Springs. He waited around and didn't get in. Three tours, no starts. Then he successfully Monday qualified for the Farmers Insurance Open. Jeremy talks about a co
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