Fringe Coverage - LPGA Golf Podcast
Fringe Coverage 65 episodes Nov 9, 2026
Fringe Coverage is an entertaining and educational golf podcast focused on the LPGA Tour. It shares the stories, swings, and stars of women's professional golf. The show is designed for both new fans and longtime followers, offering background stories to help listeners develop their own rooting interests. It aims to make women's golf more accessible and enjoyable.
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Jody Brothers: The Grind, Business & Future of the Epson Tour
The road to the LPGA is anything but easy. Behind every future star is a grind of tight budgets, endless travel and the pressure of chasing a life-changing opportunity. But what does that journey really look like, and what does it take to run the tour that serves as the final stepping stone?
This week on Fringe Coverage, we sit down with Jody Brothers, head of the Epson Tour, to go behind the scen
Miyu Mania, Major Predictions & The State of the LPGA
Miyu Yamashita is a winner again! We recap her latest victory at the Maybank Championship and ask the question: Is she the most underrated player in women's golf? We preview the Toto Japan Classic and the current Race to CME Globe standings before Marc asks what Fringe Coverage is going to have to do to make the general public care about the LPGA. Another week of LPGA golf, plenty to debate, and
BMW Recap + The LPGA Enters the Chat
The guys recap Yuri Yoshida's first career win at the BMW Ladies Championship before Tom sounds off in a grab bag episode. From his near-miss weekly winners three-peat, Nelly Korda's appearance on the Jonas Brothers podcast, Charley Hull's spotlight in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit shoot, and some LPGA-inspired Halloween costumes, Tom breaks down "just another week" in women’s golf.
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Shanghai Recap, 2027 Schedule Shake-Up & Q-Series Chaos
Ruoning Yin takes home the trophy at the Buick LPGA Shanghai, and the guys break down her victory before turning to the latest LPGA news. Tom keeps his hot streak alive in the weekly picks segment, the guys dissect the LPGA’s 2027 schedule release (both how it was announced and what the schedule actually looks like), and the Q-Series rainout sparks a discussion about the fallout for players — inc
Riley Smyth: Rookie Life, Big Drives & Her Road to the LPGA
LPGA rookie Riley Smyth joins the guys to share the remarkable story behind her path to the Tour, including overcoming two(!) hip surgeries. She talks about becoming one of the longest hitters in professional golf, adjusting to life as an LPGA rookie, and the backstory behind her stylish on-course aviators. Plus, the North Carolina resident provides some fantasy football stories and gives her take
Jeeno Wins in Hawaii & the Race to CME Heats Up
Jeeno Thitikul takes home the LOTTE Championship, and the guys break down her latest LPGA victory before checking in on the season-long award races and the all-important Top 60 Race to CME Globe. Plus, with the San Diego Padres suffering a bizarre playoff loss, the guys commiserate about San Diego’s postseason woes, and try to find golf's version of what happened in Milwaukee.
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Walmart Recap, Solheim Ratings and LPGA Shakeups
Yuna Nishimura goes wire-to-wire to earn her first LPGA victory at the Walmart NW Arkansas Championship. The guys break down the breakthrough win before Marc opens up a packed notebook of LPGA news. They react to the gut-punchingly low Solheim Cup TV ratings, personnel changes in the LPGA marketing department, 2027 schedule updates, and the PGA's new Ryder Cup points system. Then, inspired by the
Amanda Balionis: Behind the Interviews, Inside the Ropes & the Future of Women's Golf
Amanda Balionis has spent the last 10 years standing alongside the best golfers in the world, asking the questions that often produce the most revealing moments in professional golf. This time, we turn the tables and put the interviewer in the hot seat. Amanda takes us behind the scenes of life inside the ropes, shares how she approaches those 60-second post-round interviews, reflects on her caree
Solheim Cup 2026: The Moments We’ll Remember
Team Europe wins the 2026 Solheim Cup, and we break down the biggest winners, losers, surprises and moments from the USA-Europe showdown. Tom and Marc dissect Captain strategies, break down the Angel Yin situation, relive the Kupcho-Ciganda drama, praise the European crowd, and debate what Team USA needs to do differently heading into 2028 at Valhalla. And while Europe walks away with the Cup, Ma
2026 Solheim Cup Preview: Teams, Pairings & Predictions
The 2026 Solheim Cup is finally here! The biennial event that inspired the creation of Fringe Coverage has arrived, with Team USA and Team Europe set to square off in the Netherlands for the 20th edition of one of golf’s great rivalries.
In this episode, we get you ready for everything ahead with a full Solheim Cup primer—breaking down the teams, the format, the scoring and the players who could
Angela Stanford: Inside the Captain’s Room
Just days after announcing her final three captain’s picks for the 2026 Solheim Cup, Team USA Captain Angela Stanford returns to Fringe Coverage for an inside look at the toughest part of her captaincy.
Angela takes us through the selection of Megan Khang, Rose Zhang and Lindy Duncan, and also provides a behind the scenes look at her pick-making operation — from organizing and prioritizing data, e
Karis Davidson: Rankings, Resets and the Rise of K-Dawg
Australian rising star Karis Davidson joins Fringe Coverage to talk about her unconventional path to the LPGA and the rapid rise that has made her one of the Tour’s most intriguing young players. Karis reflects on jumping more than 200 spots in the world rankings in less than a year, the decision to step away from golf for a mental break in 2024, and how that time ultimately helped reshape her app
LIVE REACTION: Team USA Captain's Picks + CPKC Recap
The picks are in! Marc and Tom react to Angela Stanford's three captain's picks - Megan Khang, Rose Zhang and Lindy Duncan - joining Team USA at the 2026 Solheim Cup. Marc breaks down how nobody played their way ON to the team, how this USA team stacks up against the 2024 squad, and why he's underwhelmed by both the European and USA teams on paper. The guys also marvel at Miyu Yamashita's wire-to-
Jeeno’s 10th, Solheim Drama & Marc’s R&B Nightmare
Jeeno Thitikul notches her 10th career LPGA win in a shootout at The Standard Portland Classic. After recapping Jeeno's clinical final round and other notable finishes with Solheim Cup implications, Tom puts Marc's LPGA and 90's R&B knowledge to the test. Marc also previews the CPKC Women's Open, the final tournament before Team USA's Solheim Cup picks are announced.
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Maja Stark: Majors, Mental Health & Making a Difference
One of the LPGA’s brightest stars Maja Stark joins Fringe Coverage for a wide-ranging conversation about golf, life, and everything in between. The 2025 U.S. Women’s Open champion talks about her breakthrough major victory, officially qualifying for her third Solheim Cup, and the mindset that helped her navigate some of the toughest moments of her career. Maja opens up about anxiety, finding a hea
Kuwaki’s Major Moment + Blind Solheim Picks
Shiho Kuwaki wins the 2026 AIG Women’s Open in a playoff over Esther Henseleit as the 2026 major season comes to an end. The guys recap how Royal Lytham & St Annes was the real winner of the week, how the field got stuck in neutral on Sunday, and how one unsuspecting volunteer played a surprising role in the playoff. After breaking down the season’s final major, the guys react to Team Europe’s
AIG Women's Open Preview + One Year of Fringe Coverage
Happy Anniversary Fringies!
Fringe Coverage celebrates its one-year anniversary, and Marc and Tom take a trip down memory lane to relive some of our favorite moments from the show's first year while also previewing the year's final major.
The LPGA heads to Royal Lytham & St Annes for the 2026 AIG Women's Open, and we're breaking down everything you need to know. We discuss the players best su
Olivia Cowan: Tour Life, Flat Whites & Going Viral
LPGA and LET fan favorite Olivia Cowan joins Fringe Coverage for one of the most wide-ranging interviews yet. Having grown up doing homework in a pro shop, Olivia opens up about her complicated relationship with golf, the unique challenges of balancing two tour schedules, and how she goes about building her personal brand. Undoubtedly one of golf’s best social media follows, Olivia shares her take
Nelly Who? Haeran Ryu Does It Again
Nelly who? Haeran Ryu wins the 2026 Amundi Evian Championship in a playoff over Brooke Henderson, capturing her second major title in as many weeks and injecting new life into the the LPGA Player of the Year race. The guys marvel at Ryu's record-setting third round, Brooke's furious Sunday comeback, and Evian's uncanny ability to produce final round drama. After breaking down the season's fourth
Previewing the Amundi Evian Championship (+ LPGA Preseason Draft update)
The LPGA heads to the French Alps for the season's next major, and we're breaking down everything you need to know before the 2026 Amundi Evian Championship. We discuss the players best suited for Evian's unique test, our favorite storylines, and who we're picking to win the season's fourth major. Before looking ahead, we relive one of the wildest finishes in major championship history as Grace K
Haeran Ryu's Major Breakthrough at Hazeltine
Haeran Ryu wins the 2026 KPMG Women's PGA Championship for her first career major victory. Ryu's back nine on Sunday at Hazeltine was clinical, as she rallied back from a 10(!)-shot first round deficit to win the season's third major. The guys recap a very entertaining Sunday, the tour's navigating of a weather delay, and how Mel Reid is becoming a broadcast star right in front of our eyes. After
Hannah Green: Hazeltine, Major Pressure & Her Aussie Posse
Aussie Royalty in the house! Tom and Marc are joined by LPGA star and major champion Hannah Green. With the KPMG Women's PGA Championship returning to Hazeltine National for the first time since 2019, who better to preview the tournament than the winner of that championship 7 years ago?
Hannah reflects back on that life-changing week at Hazeltine (her first LPGA victory), gives a preview of what
Grant Boone Previews the 2026 KPMG Women's PGA Championship
Golf Channel broadcaster and "voice of the LPGA" Grant Boone makes his triumphant return to Fringe Coverage to help preview the KPMG Women's PGA Championship. Grant shares his favorite storylines of the 2026 season, attempts to put Nelly Korda's season in context, lists the players best positioned to contend this week, and previews what to expect out at Hazeltine. The conversation also dives into
Allisen Corpuz: Pebble Beach, Pressure & the Pursuit of Another Win
LPGA star and 2023 U.S. Women's Open champion Allisen Corpuz joins the show! Allisen share more about that amazing week at Pebble Beach (her first LPGA victory), what she learned about herself in pressure situations, and what it's going to take to win again. The guys ask Allisen about her Solheim Cup experience, what it's like to have Nelly Korda as a foursomes partner, and how in the world they e
Mel Reid: The Pressures, Personalities & Potential of the LPGA
LPGA Tour winner, European Solheim Cup star, and now broadcaster Mel Reid joins Fringe Coverage! In this wide-ranging interview, Mel provides incredible perspective on the pressures and vulnerabilities of the LPGA Tour and being a professional female athlete. Mel also shares more about her player-to-analyst transition, her love of the Solheim Cup, and which players thrive under pressure. Whether i
Nelly Korda wins in a wild finish at the 2026 U.S. Women's Open!
Nelly Korda reminds us why she's the best player in the world after winning her fourth career major (and second of the year) at The Riviera Country Club during an outrageous final round at the 81st annual U.S. Women's Open. The guys recap all the drama, rave about the USGA's handling of the tournament, and give a play-by-play of their on-the-ground experience. Whether it was SWAGGY player style (
2026 U.S. Women's Open Preview
It's finally here! It's U.S. Women's Open week, and the guys are amped up about the best players in the world coming out west to test their skills at The Riviera Country Club. Marc previews the course's iconic holes, the guys discuss ideal storylines and dream scenarios (Nelly over Jeeno in a playoff, anyone?), and talk through the gameplan for their full day out at the course for the opening roun
The Long Game: Interview with USGA CEO, Mike Whan
Leading up to the 2026 U.S. Women's Open, USGA CEO Mike Whan joins the guys to shine a light on one of the most coveted majors in the sport. Mike outlines the USGA's scope of work, how they are actually growing the women's game through accessibility initiatives and what they look for in setting up and selecting future courses for the USWO. The former LPGA Commissioner also shares some of the hard
Chasing the Cup: Interview with U.S. Solheim Cup Captain, Angela Stanford
United States Solheim Cup captain Angela Stanford makes her Fringe Coverage debut! In this wide-ranging interview, Angela shares what she loves most about the biennial team event, what pressure feels like in a golf team event, and what she believes makes the ideal Solheim Cup teammate. Angela also gives a sneak peek at how she evaluates players and pairings, and how she plans to build her team for
Jeeno wins again in New Jersey (+ Nelly & Jeeno rivalry)
Jeeno Thitikul takes advantage of an off-week for Nelly Korda and defends her title at the Mizuho Americas Open. The guys break down Jeeno's win in New Jersey, marvel at her fourth multi-win season on tour, and get excited about the budding rivalry between the top two players in the world. We also workshop some Nelly nicknames before previewing the upcoming Kroger Queen City Championship.
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HEAT CHECK: Nelly wins again at Mayakoba
Nelly Korda wins again! The guys applaud Nelly for backing up her Chevron major championship victory by not only appearing at the Mexico Riviera Maya Open, but annihilating the field at Mayakoba. Marc and Tom take turns unveiling their ideal "Champions Dinner Menu", and Tom issues a formal statement amid public backlash about last week's pick debacle.
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2026 Chevron Recap: Nelly wins Major #3
Nelly Korda puts on a clinic and wins the first major of the year in dominant fashion, going wire-to-wire in Houston en route to regaining World #1 status. The guys marvel at Nelly's performance at the Chevron, and zoom out at a season where she has yet to play outside the final group on Sunday. We also discuss the "career grand slam" criteria, and the downstream effects of Nelly's dominance.
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2026 Chevron Championship Preview
The wait is over - the first major of the season is finally here! But before previewing the Chevron Championship, the guys have some catching up to do. Tom shares about his family trip to the Aramco Championship in Las Vegas, and rants about how little attention Sin City's golf event received at the local sportsbooks. Marc recaps Hannah Green's playoff win at the JM Eagle LA Championship (her fou
Teeing Up Trust: Interview with Callaway's Bjoern Kreutzer
With an off-week on the LPGA, Marc has a conversation with the Director of Sports Marketing for Callaway, Bjoern Kreutzer. Bjoern pulls back the curtain on the competitive world of golf equipment, including player endorsement deals, building trust with up-and-coming players and the crazy travel schedule of LPGA player club fitters. Bjoern also shares more about Callaway's commitment to growing the
Dead Snake vs Live Snake? (Quirky golf rules deep dive)
After a quick recap of Maria Jose Marin's triumph at the Augusta National Women's Amateur and Lauren Coughlin's dominant win at the Aramco Championship, Tom takes the reins and takes us on a wandering and wide-ranging journey into the land of quirky golf rules. Red stake vs white stake? Dead snake vs live snake? Can I use a wind sock? What if I left my club on the last hole? Tom bares all in this
DEJA VU - Hyo Joo takes down Nelly again!
For the second week in a row, the LPGA's final round comes down to a 2-player duel between Hyo Joo Kim and Nelly Korda, with Hyo Joo emerging victorious again! The guys break down how Hyo Joo won back-to-back events and successfully defended her Ford Championship title. Marc and Tom also react to Gary Woodland's remarkable win (and journey) on the PGA Tour, another Tiger Woods car crash and the we
Battle in the Bay Area (Founders Cup Recap)
The guys recap Hyo Joo Kim's nail-biting win over Nelly Korda at the Fortinet Founders Cup. We also discuss broadcast enhancements, drone shots, pace of play and why Marc is HOT about the embarrassing Sunday coverage overlap with the men's Champions Tour. And after previewing this week's Ford Championship in Phoenix, Tom gauges Marc's tolerance for unwritten sports rules and bush league trick play
Melanie Green (+ Founders Cup Preview)
With the LPGA returning to the States, Marc and Tom preview the Fortinet Founders Cup in Menlo Park, the first event of the Tour's west coast swing. Then the guys are joined by 2025 Epson Tour Player of the Year and 2026 LPGA rookie, Melanie Green. Fresh off her first start of the season, Melanie shares about her tournament experience in China, her golf game and backstory, and how her faith keeps
Frenetic Finish at Blue Bay LPGA
Marc and Tom recap the Blue Bay LPGA, the final event of the Tour's early season Asian swing. Mi Hyang Lee survives a white-knuckle final round in China to record her first win since 2017. The guys discuss the rookies who made their LPGA debuts, share their thoughts on the Asian swing, and unpack Auston Kim's deathly fear of monkeys. Tom also provides an update on his quest to identify a favorite
LPGA SEASON CATCH-UP - Jeeno and Hannah win in Asia
With the LPGA season well underway, Marc and Tom recap the first two events of the Asian swing. The boys relive Jeeno's birthday week win in her home country at the Honda LPGA Thailand, and then turn their attention to Hannah Green's second win at "Asia's Major" (HSBC Women's World Championships) and Marc's takes on the TV broadcast. Stick around to hear Tom share about a personal milestone round
Perspective Under Pressure: Interview with Madelene Sagstrom
The boys are joined by LPGA winner, Olympian and Solheim Cup stalwart Madelene Sagstrom for a wide-ranging interview. Madelene shares how she started playing golf in Sweden by hitting balls over cows, why not being a "team player" helped in her golf pursuits and what it was like for a small town Swedish girl to attend LSU on a golf scholarship. She also breaks down how the LPGA has evolved during
Ace in the Hole: Interview with Brooke Matthews
Coming off her viral end of the season, Brooke Matthews shares more about the ace (her first ever!) that helped cement her place in last year's CME Group Tour Championship. Brooke shares how she battled imposter syndrome during her 2022 LPGA rookie campaign, and then how she shifted her mental approach and refined her game on the Epson Tour before returning to the LPGA last season. We also learn m
Hangin w/ Ms. Cooper (interview with LPGA rookie Hailee Cooper)
LPGA rookie Hailee Cooper joins the show to chat more about how she's preparing for her first year on tour. Hailee opens up about her roller-coaster golf journey, mental struggles with finding her place in college, and the support system that helped her rediscover her love for the game. Hailee is a breath of fresh air and brings a ton of energy to this interview - keep an eye out for her on the LP
REACTION EPISODE - How to assess the LPGA's decision in Orlando
Following a volatile weekend of bad weather and even worse PR in Orlando, the guys flip on the mics for some immediate reactions to the LPGA's decision to cancel the final round of the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions. We break down the facts and factors that led to the decision, the Tour's communication of that decision, the reactions from fans and players, and most importantly, wha
Player Interview: Gurleen Kaur
LPGA rising star Gurleen Kaur joins the show to chat about her first two years on the LPGA, and her expectations for the 2026 season. Gurleen shares a behind-the-scenes look of traveling on Tour, the process of setting her schedule and what pressure feels like in her shoes. We also learn more about Gurleen's love of trivia, her ongoing banter with her caddy, and the role her Indian heritage has pl
2026 LPGA Season Preview + Charley Hull Interview!
We're coming out of the gates hot in 2026! Marc and Tom set the table and preview the 2026 LPGA season, conduct their season-long LPGA player draft, and then...the main event...Charley Hull drops by to chat about her crazy 2025 season, the evolution of the LPGA, her guilty pleasure meals, the joys of cleaning and which major venue she has her eye on in 2026!
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Interview with Golf Stats Guru, Justin Ray
Professional golf's go-to stats guru Justin Ray (@JustinRayGolf) joins Marc and Tom to dive into the world of stats on tour. After detailing the evolution of stats on the LPGA, Justin shares some incredible Solheim Cup stories (including how he ended up with a tattoo), his takes on the Chevron moving to Memorial Park, and five stats to follow heading into the 2026 LPGA season.
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Interview with Big Randy (No Laying Up)
No Laying Up co-founder Big Randy joins Marc and Tom to talk all things LPGA. Randy shares about how his fandom and relationship with the LPGA have evolved, what storylines he's most excited for in the upcoming season, the changes he'd like to see on tour, the "pinch me" moments he's had covering the LPGA (playing pool with Laura Davies!) and some of his favorite players to watch.
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Now on the Tee, Tom?
Tom takes his turn on the Fringe Coverage psychology couch and bares all about his budding relationship with golf, his overdependence on the Texas wedge and what he plans to do to break 80.
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2025 Fringies Awards
Welcome to the inaugural Fringies Awards! The Fringies recognize the top players, moments and other absurd scenes from the 2025 LPGA season in a way only Fringe Coverage can deliver - with a 1990s and 2000s hip-hop and R&B theme! Enjoy the show!
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Dear Santa: A 2026 LPGA Wish List
With Christmas right around the corner, Marc and Tom share what's on their LPGA Wish List for the 2026 season, and ask fans for season-ending award category submissions for next week's Fringie Awards!
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Now on the Tee, Marc?
With the LPGA season over, the guys pull back the curtain and open up about their own golf games. This week shines a spotlight on Marc's relationship with golf, his unrelenting swing thoughts and dealing with the constant fear of his group being put on the clock.
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Grant Thornton preview (and holiday gift ideas!)
The guys kick off the episode with some holiday gift giving ideas for golf enthusiasts, and then turn their attention to this week's co-ed Grant Thornton Invitational, a joint LPGA/PGA tournament. And Tom angles for a wedding invite.
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Big News on the LPGA
The LPGA recently made huge announcements previewing the significant broadcast enhancements and schedule changes being made for the 2026 season. Marc and Tom break down the details of the enhanced coverage (all rounds televised live!), more cameras and mics, and a revised, intuitive and geographically-friendly travel 2026 tournament schedule.
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Jeeno Wins the CME Tour Championship (again)!
Jeeno Thitikul wins the 2025 CME Group Tour Championship in convincing fashion, and also wraps up Rolex Player of the Year, Vare Trophy and the Money List honors. The guys zoom in on Jeeno's and Nelly Korda's 2025 seasons, and get hyped for the rivalry to grow next season.
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LPGA Season Finale - Tour Championship Preview!
It's Tour Championship week! After recapping Linn Grant's win at The ANNIKA, Marc and Tom spotlight the players who played their way in (and out) of this week's CME Top-60 field. The guys preview this week's season-ending Tour Championship, including their picks to win it all.
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Inside the Ropes: Peter Campbell Interview
Marc and Tom are joined by friend-of-the-show and former professional golfer, Peter Campbell. Peter breaks down the challenges of being a young tour pro, from navigating an unpredictable schedule, managing daily and weekly financial stresses, figuring out where to eat, and just how hard it is to find success in professional golf.
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Gabi Ruffels Interview (and Miyu wins again!)
LPGA rising star Gabi Ruffels joins Marc and Tom for a wide-ranging interview, talking everything from her crazy LPGA travel schedule, growing up in Australia, the quality of the golf on the LPGA and even her love of fashion and Taylor Swift. Marc and Tom also recap Miyu Yamashita's 8-shot comeback win at the Maybank.
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Aussie Royalty + Making Sense of the LPGA Schedule
Team Australia reigns supreme! The guys recap how Minjee, Grace, Hannah and Steph conquered the International Crown field, and share their thoughts on why this is one of the best tournaments of the year. Then Marc lays out the frenetic and head-scratchingly bizarre LPGA tournament schedule, and the challenges it creates for the players.
Condensed highlights of Australia's victory at the Internati
Time for Some Team Golf: International Crown Preview
After a quick BMW Ladies Championship recap, the guys preview the 7 nations (and one "World" team) competing in this week's International Crown team-format tournament, including pool play assignments, player changes and an advantageous seeding break for Team USA.
Here's how the International Crown format works
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The Streak is Over!
Jeeno Thitikul chases down Minami Katsu in Shanghai to become the first repeat winner of the 2025 LPGA season. The guys spotlight the rookies, as they profile the incoming class from the Epson Tour, update the LPGA Rookie of the Year race and look WAY back to find the last American to win the award. After previewing this week's BMW Ladies Championship, Tom is inspired by a recent Charley Hull inte
2026 Solheim Cup Preview (and Youmin Hwang wins the LOTTE)
It's never too early! Tom & Marc provide a crash course on next year's Solheim Cup, the biggest team event in women's golf, including a snapshot of the current players looking to qualify for Team USA and Team Europe. The guys also recap Youmin Hwang's impressive win at the LOTTE Championship and preview the first stop on the Asian swing, Buick LPGA Shanghai. And stay to the end to hear one coh
Now on the Tee, Lottie Woad
After a quick check-in on the season-long LPGA awards and Race to CME Globe point standings, the guys spotlight the LPGA's fastest rising star, Lottie Woad. And after previewing this week's LOTTE Championship in Oahu, the guys share how last episode's tournament branding ideas sparked a fun Instagram dialogue with a tournament sponsor.
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Soak City on the LPGA
After a bummer, weather-shortened tournament in Arkansas, the guys discuss the different impact and fallout of a major event cancellation. Tom plays Chief Marketing Officer for the remaining LPGA tournaments on the schedules and pitches some new ideas to enhance their broadcast visibility. Marc has a different take on the LPGA's host family program, and Tom ends the episode with a recap of his rou
Charley Hull Returns to the Winner's Circle
Charley Hull steals a win from Jeeno Thitikul in a frenetic ending to the Kroger Queen City Championship. Marc adds a few players to Tom's "must watch list" before the guys take turns lobbing ridiculous LPGA quiz questions at one another. We also get pumped previewing next month's International Crown event, as well as this week's Walmart NW Arkansas Championship.
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Inside the Ropes: Grant Boone Interview
Grant Boone in the house! The Emmy-award winning voice of the LPGA Tour makes his Fringe Coverage debut and brings the heat! Grant and the guys talk LPGA parity, season storylines, and Grant's most memorable moments in the broadcast booth. And Grant offers his LPGA expertise to weigh in and help Tom find his favorite golfer on tour.
Grant's favorite golf moment: Lydia Ko's 3-wood on 17th hole of
Now On the Tee, Lydia Ko (and the LPGA Hall of Fame)
After checking in on the FM Championship, the guys spotlight the incredible, and ongoing, career of (Dame) Lydia Ko and discuss the merits of the LPGA's point-based Hall of Fame. And in his constantly evolving quest to pick a favorite LPGA golfer, Tom lays out the on and off the course traits he's looking for.
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Now on the Tee, Grace Kim (and Brooke wins in Canada)
Brooke Henderson shows out in front of her home crowd at the CPKC Women's Open. Tom profiles 2025 Evian champion Grace Kim (and questions the allure of Salt & Straw). After previewing the FM Championship at TPC Boston, Marc and Tom talk some personal golf, including Marc's Jekyll & Hyde on-course personality, talking to marshals, and the art of ruining a good score.
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Mailbag! (and CPKC Women's Open Preview)
Mailbag episode! The guys answer listener questions about how LPGA golfers set their schedules and why the season still matters after the majors. We also preview the CPKC Women's Open, make our weekly picks, and Tom takes another crack at a signature tagline.
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Show Us The Stats!
The guys recap an (almost) twin sister showdown at The Standard Portland Classic. Tom rediscovers the benefits of walking the golf course. Marc tees off on the lack of LPGA stats.
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Fringe Coverage: Now on the Tee, Angel Yin (and a new cohost!)
This week on Fringe Coverage, Marc welcomes a cohost! Longtime friend Tom joins the pod as he begins his journey in finding his favorite player and swaggy personality on tour. And where better to start than Angel Yin?
Whether it's bombing drives, leading the tour in putting, seeking out new escape rooms or rockin' Coach Prime sunglasses in press conferences, the guys break down why Angel is one of
Fringe Coverage: Now On the Tee, Jeeno Thitikul
This week on Fringe Coverage, we shine the spotlight on the new #1 ranked player in the world, Jeeno Thitikul. Learn more about Jeeno's golf origin story, her quick ascension through the amateur and professional golf ranks, and why she's here to stay. After the player spotlight, stick around for a rant about why last week's AIG Women's Open television coverage has the host on tilt.
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Fringe Coverage: Now on the Tee, Charley Hull
Episode 2 of Fringe Coverage - the podcast bringing you the stories, swings, and stars of the LPGA Tour. This week's episode profiles the incomparable Charley Hull. Learn more about Charley's background, her game, and what makes her one of the most authentic, interesting, fascinating, and wildly entertaining athletes to follow in all of professional sports.
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Fringe Coverage: Ya Gotta Start Somewhere
Welcome to the first episode of Fringe Coverage - the podcast bringing you the stories, swings, and stars of the LPGA Tour. Hosted by a longtime golf fan who has recently turned his attention to the women's game, Fringe Coverage shines a lot on the incredibly talented women of the LPGA Tour who rarely get the exposure and coverage they deserve.
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