Next On The Tee With Chris Mascaro, Golf Podcast

On this edition of Next on the Tee, we blend game improvement with big-time sports conversation. Leading things off is LPGA Class A Teaching Professional and Top 50 LPGA Instructor Debbie O’Connell. Debbie shares insights from her upcoming Conquer Your Golf Mind session and explains how mastering your mindset can transform not just your golf game—but your life. We dive into practical tips you can take straight to the course, including how to gain confidence in greenside bunkers, eliminate negative self-talk, stop labeling clubs as “can't hit it,” and create more power through better body rotation. She also walks us through the importance of forward shaft lean at impact, and what she’s building with her Business Golf Live venture. Then we switch gears with Boston Globe columnist and acclaimed sports journalist Chad Finn. We kick things off with a look back at the 1980 “Miracle on Ice” and where it ranks among the greatest moments in sports history before breaking down the Super Bowl, Drake Maye’s performance

In Part 2 of Season 13, Episode 3, I have the privilege of spending more time with Martin Chuck, one of the very best instructors in our game. Martin shares incredible insight into what you should focus on if you only have time to work on one thing in your golf swing—and why clarity beats complexity every time. We also dive into whether we’re reaching the point of data overload in today’s game, especially with more and more technology and new data points becoming available. Martin weighs in on the role confidence plays in becoming a great ball-striker and offers a fantastic tip on how to warm up with purpose before a round. Instead of just beating balls on the range, he explains why you should practice the specific shots you know you’ll face that day—so when it’s time to hit them on the course, you already know you can pull them off. It’s practical, thoughtful, and packed with lessons you can take straight from the range to the first tee. Thank you again for pressing play and being part of the journey.

Hi folks, and welcome in to this edition of Next on the Tee, where golf legends live and your game gets better. I’m grateful that you’re here and for pressing play. This week’s show is one of those perfect blends of insight, instruction, and fun, as I’m joined by three great friends to talk about what’s happening around our game—and how we can all play it better. Leading things off is our resident Director of Instruction, Tom Patri, fresh off the PGA Merchandise Show. TP shares some of the exciting new technology he saw on the floor, plus why playing the right golf ball for your swing matters more than most people realize. We also dive into Scottie Scheffler picking up right where he left off last season and the incredible performance by high school senior Blades Brown, who went toe-to-toe with Scottie—and why not winning may actually be the best thing that could’ve happened for him. Then I go a little homer on you as I hop a ride with my good friend Paul Alexander from 93.7 The Fan in Pittsburgh. We talk

In Part 2 of Season 13, Episode 1, I’m excited to welcome back our good friend Dr. Bob Winters, The Confidence Doctor, for our monthly visit. Dr. Bob shares updates on the tremendous success his students continue to have and walks us through how to get into the right mindset—staying persistent, pushing through negativity, and learning how to get to “Yes” when self-doubt tells us "no". Then we get another opportunity to visit with our good friend 17x winner Mark Calcavecchia. Calc shares his thoughts on the possibility of the PGA Tour reducing the number of tournaments starting in 2027, tells a terrific story about sitting with Jack Wulcotte while the legendary McGregor persimmon woods were being made for Mr. Nicklaus, explains why you won’t see him riding in an autonomous vehicle, and weighs in on whether he agrees with Jack Nicklaus’s belief that winning a major was sometimes easier than winning a regular Tour event. It’s a fun, thoughtful, and story-filled close to the show. Thanks so much for pressing pl

Hi folks… and welcome in to this edition of Next on the Tee—where golf legends live and your game gets better. I thank you so much for pressing play. This week, I’m excited to share four terrific guests who will give you plenty to think about—and plenty of great stories to smile about along the way. We kick things off with Mike Miller, Head Golf Professional at Big Canoe in Jasper, Georgia. Mike is also the newly elected Vice President of the PGA of Georgia—and the former Mayor of Flowery Branch, home of Atlanta Falcons training camp. Mike shares several practical tips you can work on right now, even if you’re dealing with snow or freezing temps. He’s an outstanding putter—having finished Top 10 twice at the Georgia Putting Championship—and he offers simple, effective putting advice, plus one tip that makes so much sense you’ll wonder why we haven’t all been doing it already. Mike also talks about the challenges of being a mayor in the social-media era and the incredible setup they have at Big Canoe. Follo

In part 2 of Season 13, Episode 1, I’m joined by Bobby “Loops” Palmeri and Bryce Paup. Bobby is a longtime New York caddie who’s spent several years looping at Bethpage Black. He shares some fantastic stories from life on the bag, including memorable rounds looping for celebrities like Brian Harman, Cal Clutterbuck, and one incredibly touching experience caddying for the late Tim Wakefield. Bobby has a great way of telling stories, and his love for the game and the people he’s met along the way really shines through. I know you're really going love him and his stories. We then round out the show with an unforgettable visit from NFL legend Bryce Paup, the 1995 NFL Defensive Player of the Year. Bryce opens up about growing up with undiagnosed dyslexia, being labeled “dumb” as a kid, and how negative self-talk—both from others and his own inner voice—shaped his self-image for years. He shares how his high school sweetheart, now his wife, became his rock and helped him find his way back from rock bottom. From

We kick off Season 13 of Next on the Tee, with a great lineup featuring one of my all-time favorite guests, plus three guys making their Next on the Tee debuts. We kick things off with Tom Purtzer, a player known for one of the purest swings in golf history. Tom shares stories from his career on the PGA and Champions Tours, including his first Tour win at the Glen Campbell LA Open, the celebrity-hosted events of golf’s golden era, and on-course lessons Mickey Rooney thought he'd give Tom. We also talk about his win at Colonial, what it meant to sit next to Mr. Hogan at the Champions Dinner, and his thoughts on proposed PGA Tour changes. Next up is Jim Woods, Director of Golf at the historic Omni Bedford Springs. Jim shares his journey from college golf at SUNY Broome Community College through being one of the first to attend the PGA of America’s Golf Training Program. He also talks about the great new Performance Center he's put together in Bedford Springs, and a simple but powerful tip that can significant

Season 12 Finale | Part 2 We close out Season 12 of Next on the Tee with the kind of conversation I always like to save for last — an honest, thoughtful, and heartfelt visit with Hal Sutton. Hal is genuine, speaks from the heart, and is someone I’m proud to call a friend. We talk about the success of his design at The Darmoor Club outside of Houston, how course design, his podcast Be the Right Club Today, and work in the Instruction space have given him meaningful ways to give back to the game. I asked Hal how golf has been both a blessing and sometimes a burden throughout his life, and if good has always outweighed the bad. We then dive deep into the Ryder Cup, including why Hal decided to add Jackie Burke Jr. as an Assistant Captain in 2004, how he handled leading a team with massive star power, and why the U.S. continues to struggle in team competition. Hal also shares his thoughts on what might need to change if we’re going to turn the tide. Hal offers candid insight on the current state of the PGA To

To close out Season 12 of Next on the Tee, I’m honored to welcome three wonderful friends who are also outstanding ambassadors of the game — Charlie Rymer, Suzy Whaley, and Hal Sutton — for a special year-end episode filled with gratitude, perspective, and great storytelling. We kick things off with Charlie Rymer, who shares an update on his health following his victorious battle with Stage 3 colon cancer. Charlie reflects on the faith, family support, and world-class care that helped carry him through. Then he takes us inside an exciting new project he's involved with in Greenville, Tennessee, including a golf course he’s designing alongside Rees Jones — and yes, great food is part of the plan. Charlie also weighs in on the proposed changes to the PGA Tour and where he believes the game is headed. Next up, Suzy Whaley joins me for a conversation filled with positivity and pride. Positivity is pervasive throughout the Whaley family, which is why Suzy always makes every segment she's a part of so much fun.

Thank you for coming back for Part 2 of this week’s Next on the Tee, where I’m joined by our good friend John Inman for a conversation that’s equal parts insightful, nostalgic, and just plain fun. John and I start off talking about the Bill Bellichick experiment at UNC, where John played his college golf, including winning the 1984 National Championship. You'll hear how he feels about the Tar Heels’ 4–8 season and what's happening with that program. From there, John shares his perspective on the impact NIL has had on college athletics, and how college sports have essentially become the minor leagues across the board. We also rewind the clock to John’s victory at the 1993 Buick Southern Open, his brother Joe’s win at the 1976 Kemper Open, their collective success in the tournament, and the ever-changing nature of golf — those moments when you feel like you’ve cracked the code, followed by days when the game reminds you just how humbling it can be. John is always a joy to talk with, and this segment is fille

This week on Next on the Tee, I welcome three outstanding guests for an episode filled with elite instruction, thoughtful perspective, and great storytelling. Leading things off is the show’s Resident Director of Instruction, Tom Patri, who recently received one of the highest honors in the game — being named a Golf Magazine Top 100 Alumni Instructor. Tom reflects on what that recognition means and his journey through the game. From there we dive into Tom’s candid and passionate take on comments from new PGA Tour Commissioner Brian Rolapp and Tiger Woods regarding proposed changes to the Tour, including fewer tournaments, smaller fields, and scheduling adjustments to avoid competing with the NFL. Tom also shares insights on some of the top golf courses around his old stomping ground, New York City, several of which were named among Golf Digest’s 25 most beautiful courses in the country. Next, making his Next on the Tee debut, is Stan Moore, one of Florida’s top instructors and a highly respected short game

Welcome to this week’s edition of Next on the Tee — where golf legends live and your game gets better. I truly appreciate you being here and pressing play. I’m really excited to share this episode with you because it features two wonderful friends—one who has been very dear to me for years and another new friend who I hope will be joining me many times going forward. Leading things off is Matthew Laurance, a longtime favorite of this show and someone I’ve been blessed to call a close friend. Many of you know Matthew from his iconic role as Sal Amatto, the fictional bass player in Eddie & the Cruisers—easily one of my all-time favorite movies. What started as a social media connection grew into appearances on Thursday Night Tailgate, and those conversations eventually turned into a genuine friendship. This time around, Matthew shares his thoughts on the direction the PGA Tour appears to be heading, which feels like a sharp turn away from the long-standing focus on “growing the game.” We also dive into w

The Doctors Are In to help fix what's ailing you, whether your mental game needs pumping up or the PGA Tour, college golf, and the NIL have you feeling sick. We start things off with our monthly visit from The Confidence Doctor, Dr. Bob Winters, who shares updates on the success his players are having at the high school, college, and AJGA levels. Dr. Bob explains the concept of social loafing with respect to golf, offers candid thoughts on the PGA Tour doing the opposite of growing the game, and delivers a powerful tip for tournament golfers facing self-doubt—believing you truly belong. He also breaks down his memorable D.U.M.B. Golf acronym. Then I welcome Doc Merrill, Head Golf Coach at the University of Maine at Augusta, for his Next on the Tee debut. A former medical physician for 37 years, Doc shares his journey into coaching, insights into his program, the impact of NIL on his roster, and stories from recent tournaments. He also recounts meeting Arnold Palmer at the 1975 U.S. Open and previews his upc

On this episode of Next on the Tee, I'm joined by three outstanding guests who bring game-changing perspective from three very different corners of golf. First, top New York instructor and a wonderful human being, Brian Jacobs returns to talk about his move from an elite Florida club back to Rochester, the lessons he learned, and the key questions every PGA Professional — or anyone considering a new job — should ask before saying yes. I also talk with him about the positive impact he’s made on players’ lives, and he shares the details about his upcoming trip to Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill, which anyone is free to join in on. Next, Connor Lewis, Founder of the Society of Golf Historians and the new Antiquity Golf Company, makes an electric debut. Connor dives into the treasures of golf history, dives deep into the GOAT debate (Snead, Hogan, Jack, Tiger, Trevino, Bobby Locke), why he'd pick Lee Trevino to face anyone 1 on 1, and how the PGA Tour has copied almost everything from LIV short of the shotgun starts.

In this special bonus edition of Next on the Tee, I’m thrilled to welcome back my all-time favorite Pittsburgh Steeler, Greg Lloyd, for his 15th appearance on the show. As a proud Pittsburgh guy who grew up watching Greg dominate on Sundays, it’s always an honor to share time with him—whether here or during the years he joined Bob Lazzari and I on Thursday Night Tailgate. If you’ve ever wondered what Greg Lloyd is like today, I can tell you this: he’s exactly the same man off the field that he was on it—intense, passionate, fiercely loyal to the black ’n gold, and never one to pull punches. That honesty is why we made him a member of our Thursday Night Tailgate Guest Hall of Fame. In this conversation, Greg gives his unfiltered thoughts on the current state of the Steelers defense. He doesn’t sugarcoat a thing. He talks about the lost art of tackling, why “hoping” for success means you didn’t prepare, and what it meant when he buckled his chinstrap at practice—spoiler: somebody was about to get hit. He shar

On this week’s edition of Next on the Tee, I’m thrilled to welcome back two extraordinary guests who continue to inspire, educate, and elevate everything they touch. First up is one of the most remarkable people I’ve ever met —Olympic Gold Medal Figure Skater Scott Hamilton. If there was an award for the greatest person on the planet, Scott would have won it for the last 40 years in a row. His life is a masterclass in perseverance. From battling brain cancer since birth, to pushing through years of unexplained health challenges, he rose to capture the 1984 Olympic Gold Medal and become one of the most beloved voices in sports broadcasting. Scott joins me to talk about his fantastic annual event, Scott Hamilton & Friends, benefiting the incredible work of the Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation. We dive into the star-studded lineup (including several Classic Rock stars), the mission behind his fundraising, and the impact his foundation continues to make. We also look ahead to February, when Scott returns t

Welcome in, folks, to another edition of Next on the Tee, where golf legends live and your game gets better.  We kick things off with our Resident Director of Instruction, Tom Patri, who shares his reaction to the breaking news that LIV Golf will move to a 72-hole format starting in 2026. If that shift leads to World Golf Ranking points, what does it mean for the PGA Tour? With every LIV event next year offering bigger payouts than the Tour’s Signature events, could they target up-and-coming young talent the way they did with former Rory McIlroy protégé Tom McKibbin? Could rising players be swayed by a $5 million signing bonus, larger guaranteed purses, and the ability to still earn OWGR points to access the majors? TP breaks it all down and gives us his take on how this could reshape professional golf. Then I’m joined by someone Tom knows well and has worked with over the years — Jon Buddenhagen, Head Golf Professional at the historic Hole in the Wall Golf Club in Naples, Florida. Jon shares the story behi

On this edition of Next on the Tee, we kick things off with someone who means the world to me — a mentor, a cherished friend, and the former host of the greatest golf-travel podcast ever created, Talking Golf Getaways — Mitch Laurance. Mitch joins me fresh off a quick trip to Alaska and a summer adventure across Scotland, where he uncovered some hidden gems on the island of Arran. Wait until you hear about the historic, soulful courses he discovered and what makes them so special. We also dive into the brilliance of Mike Stranz, revisiting the unforgettable experiences found at Caledonia Golf & Fish Club, True Blue, and Tobacco Road. Mitch also tells us, if he had one round left to play, where would he tee it up? His answer — and the emotion behind it — is powerful. Then we wrap up with our monthly check-in with the Confidence Doctor himself, Dr. Bob Winters. This month, Dr. Bob focuses on questions — the ones we should ask ourselves about what we truly want from the game, the questions to bring with us

This week on Next on the Tee, I’m joined by two incredible guests —former World #1, 1999 Players Champion, and 2001 Open Champion David Duval, and Top Instructor and the first ever Director of Instruction at Cherry Hills Shane LeBaron, who’s been a great friend of the show for nearly a decade. Shane and David are teaming up on something VERY special down in Greenwood, South Carolina — the Olde Eight Golf Club and the amazing surrounding community they're building. They give us an inside look at the vision behind it on what's sure to be one of the great private communities in the country. We talk about what makes the course unique, its state-of-the-art practice facilities, and whether it might one day host a Tour event. You’ll also hear how David got involved in the project, what inspired its design, and how the two are building something far beyond your typical golf club experience. We also discuss the work that Shane and David have put in on David's game that has improved each of the last 4 seasons out on

In Part 2 of Episode 50, I’m joined by Scott Munroe, Golf Magazine Top 100 Teacher and one of the “Hoosiers” from the Two Hoosiers & a Hong crew. Scott is a longtime Teaching Professional at the ultra-exclusive Nantucket Golf Club in the summer. If you’ve ever wondered what golf looks like behind the gates of one of the most private clubs in the country, Scott takes us there. Nantucket has had members like Jack Welch and Bill Belichick, and the course was designed by our good friend Rees Jones, so the stories run deep. Scott also shares how he develops junior players in a way that may surprise you — teaching them backwards, starting on the putting green and working out toward the tee. It’s a strategy we also heard from our friend Eva Rogers. Scott explains why it helps kids understand scoring, feel, and confidence faster than any launch monitor ever could. We also talk about the unique culture among great coaches in golf: the freedom and willingness to share knowledge, not guard it. No “secret sauce.” N