On this week's show, Ryan talks about his recent experience in French Lick and the importance of finding communities in golf. Then he gets into Justin Thomas missing the revamped FedEx Cup playoffs and what implications there might be from Bryson DeChambeau shooting 58 on LIV.

JT misses the playoffs, Bryson shoots 58 and talking golf communities 

Robby Berger

On this week's show, Ryan talks about Brian Harman's impressive Open triumph, Akshay Bhatia's win at the Barracuda, the Evian's place among the LPGA majors and more. He's also joined by Bob Does Sports creator Robby Berger to talk about his content, the journey he's been on with his friends and team, as well as what might be in the future for BDS.

Harman's Open, Akshay's Status and Bob Does Sports' Robby Berger

On this episode, Ryan goes over the US Women's Open and Allisen Corpuz winning. Then he talks about the chance to play golf with Laura Diaz during the Senior LPGA Championship. Finally, he digs in on what's to come with the PGA Tour-Saudi situation.

US Women's Open at Pebble, playing an LPGA pro-am and what's next with the PGA Tour-Saudi deal

On this week's show, Ryan looks back on the US Open, Wyndham Clark, Rory McIlroy, Los Angeles Country Club, the championship vibe and more. Also, Ryan looks back on a career-low round over the weekend and the amazing journey that is golf.

Recapping all things US Open and Los Angeles Country Club 

This week, the whole show is dedicated to the topic of the week, maybe of the century, in golf. What happened, what's about to happen, why it might not work and so much more on the shocking PGA Tour-LIV-DP World Tour agreement.  Learn more about the College Golf Experience Top 100 camp now at https://collegegolfx.com/top100

This week, the whole show is dedicated to the topic of the week, maybe of the century, in golf. What happened, what's about to happen, why it might not work and so much more on the shocking PGA Tour-LIV-DP World Tour agreement. Learn more about the College Golf Experience Top 100 camp now at <a href="https://collegegolfx.com/top100" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://collegegolfx.com/top100</a>

Reacting to all things PGA Tour-LIV-DP World Tour "merger"

Matt Considine

On this week's show, Ryan talks about Jon Rahm's changed mind on cuts in designated events, as well as what sounds like the evolution of the PGA Tour schedule to better include the designated events. Also, Ryan is joined by NewClub Golf Society founder Matt Considine to talk about the club's founding, its direction and the future for golf in America.

Embracing Cuts and the New Schedule, and Guest Matt Considine

Lisa Cornwell

On this week's show, Ryan recaps the PGA Championship, including Brooks Koepka's major advantages and Michael Block's life-changing week in Rochester. Then Ryan is joined by Lisa Cornwell, who talks about her new book, "Troublemaker" and her time at Golf Channel.

Recapping the PGA Championship and guest Lisa Cornwell

On this week's show, Ryan gets into the future of the designated events and needing to move them around a bit. Then the DP World Tour took a stand against LIV Golf players, and that led to a whole bunch of public messiness. Finally, L.A.B. Golf CEO Sam Hahn joins me for a fascinating deep dive into putters and putting.

Designated Problems, DPWT vs. LIV continues, a mind-blowing putter interview

On this week's show, Ryan gets into some things he's figured out about golf that have made the game more fun. Also, sportswashing might be working on some regarding their views on LIV. Finally, Ryan is joined by Dr. Dan Feeney, Director of Biomechanics Research at BOA, to talk about the fascinating research he does.

Lower expectations in golf; sportswashing is starting to work?

On this week's show, Ryan opens with an explanation why he didn't do a show last week and a tribute to the family dog, Dottie. Then he gets into the need to pick up the pace on the PGA Tour, how Jon Rahm won over thousands at Harbour Town and the need for the LPGA to find a regular TV time slot.

Tackling slow play, Rahm winning over fans and saying goodbye to a dear friend

The 19th Hole Golf Show is a golf podcast featuring in-depth, intelligent discussion of the most important topics in golf. Host Ryan Ballengee from Golf News Net talks about recent events and issues on the PGA Tour, European Tour, LPGA Tour and other major golf tournaments around the world. He digs in on golf course architecture, fantasy golf, golf travel and the issues facing the business of the game. Ryan covers a little bit of everything in golf, and he's joined occasionally by some of the biggest names in the game to provide perspective.

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Hunter Mahan

Six-time PGA Tour winner Hunter Mahan joins the show to talk about the upcoming U.S Open at Chambers Bay, his endurance in the FedEx Cup playoffs, fatherhood and fulfilling his potential as a major champion.

Six-time PGA Tour winner Hunter Mahan joins the show to talk about the upcoming U.S Open at Chambers Bay, his endurance in the FedEx Cup playoffs, fatherhood and fulfilling his potential as a major champion.

U.S. Open preview with Hunter Mahan

Phil Mickelson can thank a pair of 2014 cases for why he isn't in handcuffs right now, charged with insider trading and securities fraud. We explain that precedent and how Mickelson was a pawn of the feds. New GNN team member Kevin Power joins the show to talk about Muirfield's decision to remain an all-male club, talking about the implications for them, the Open Championship, the R&amp;A, the Scottish economy and more. We also delve into Rory McIlroy's issue activism and the potential influence he could have on the game and his peers.

Phil Mickelson can thank a pair of 2014 cases for why he isn't in handcuffs right now, charged with insider trading and securities fraud. We explain that precedent and how Mickelson was a pawn of the feds. New GNN team member Kevin Power joins the show to talk about Muirfield's decision to remain an all-male club, talking about the implications for them, the Open Championship, the R&amp;A, the Scottish economy and more. We also delve into Rory McIlroy's issue activism and the potential influence he could have on the game and his peers.

Why Phil Mickelson avoided jail and Muirfield is in Open purgatory

Robert Allenby

Some 12 days after Robert Allenby's weird Friday night in Honolulu, we still don't have a clear picture of what happened. So let's figure it out based on all the info we have and a little detective work.

Some 12 days after Robert Allenby's weird Friday night in Honolulu, we still don't have a clear picture of what happened. So let's figure it out based on all the info we have and a little detective work.

What really happpened to Robert Allenby?

Mitch Laurance

Talking Hogan

Brooks Koepka won his second major of 2018 in perhaps of one of Tiger Woods' best-ever major duels (even in a losing effort) at the PGA Championship at Bellerive. We go over the fantastic showdown between the two, throwing in Adam Scott and Justin Thomas. We go over the clutch shots, the big moments and what it all means for Koepka and Woods, as well the Ryder Cup. Then Ryan's GNN compatriot and friend Mitch Laurance, host of the "Talking GolfGetaways" travel podcast, joins the show to talk about his journey from playing hickory golf clubs back to modern equipment with the Ben Hogan Golf Equipment Company.

Brooks Koepka won his second major of 2018 in perhaps of one of Tiger Woods' best-ever major duels (even in a losing effort) at the PGA Championship at Bellerive. We go over the fantastic showdown between the two, throwing in Adam Scott and Justin Thomas. We go over the clutch shots, the big moments and what it all means for Koepka and Woods, as well the Ryder Cup. Then Ryan's GNN compatriot and friend Mitch Laurance, host of the "Talking GolfGetaways" travel podcast, joins the show to talk about his journey from playing hickory golf clubs back to modern equipment with the Ben Hogan Golf Equipment Company.

PGA Championship review and talking Hogan Golf with Mitch Laurance

Ed Pulido

Ryan Ballengee is back from a pair of amazing trips to play golf in Michigan at Forest Dunes and elsewhere, as well to Sand Valley is Wisconsin. Then Major Ed Pulido joins the conversation to talk about the upcoming Patriot Golf Day, raising money for the Folds of Honor Foundation.

Ryan Ballengee is back from a pair of amazing trips to play golf in Michigan at Forest Dunes and elsewhere, as well to Sand Valley is Wisconsin. Then Major Ed Pulido joins the conversation to talk about the upcoming Patriot Golf Day, raising money for the Folds of Honor Foundation.

Talking golf in Michigan & at Sand Valley, and Patriot Golf Day with Major Ed Pulido

The WGC-Dell Match Play moves out of pool play to bracket-style play on Friday, and we look at how greatly improved this event is with a format change. We also look at some of the leading Masters contenders and why this should be one of the best in recent memory. Also, we dig into the rumors of Tiger Woods' supposed imminent return. NOTE TO SUBSCRIBERS: We have changed our RSS feed to a new location, so this is a one-time change. Please let us know on Twitter at golfnewsnet if you have any issues.

The WGC-Dell Match Play moves out of pool play to bracket-style play on Friday, and we look at how greatly improved this event is with a format change. We also look at some of the leading Masters contenders and why this should be one of the best in recent memory. Also, we dig into the rumors of Tiger Woods' supposed imminent return. NOTE TO SUBSCRIBERS: We have changed our RSS feed to a new location, so this is a one-time change. Please let us know on Twitter at golfnewsnet if you have any issues.

Match play madness in Austin, Texas!

On this episode, Ryan talks about his experience of playing Shinnecock Hills Golf Club for US Open preview day. He takes you on a complete tour of the Southampton, N.Y., club, including the current setup, the demands on each hole and what players can expect inside the ropes as they battle for the national championship.  This was a likely once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and Ryan is beaming with excitement to share it all.

On this episode, Ryan talks about his experience of playing Shinnecock Hills Golf Club for US Open preview day. He takes you on a complete tour of the Southampton, N.Y., club, including the current setup, the demands on each hole and what players can expect inside the ropes as they battle for the national championship.  This was a likely once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and Ryan is beaming with excitement to share it all.

Playing Shinnecock Hills before the US Open

Dustin Johnson

After some kids' illnesses and school weather closures, Ryan's back to talk about Dustin Johnson crushing it at the Tournament of Champions and how scary his best game is compared to everyone else in the world.  Ryan also shares several of our new sponsors for this year, including 2UNDR (GNN20 at checkout to save 20%), Ship Sticks (click for 20% off), Health IQ and Happy Putter (GNN10 for a 10% discount) as well our first GNN audience trip in August to the Myrtle Beach World Am.  Then he gets into a discussion about buying golf clubs and some skepticism that clubs tests and reviews really mean all that much to most golfers.

After some kids' illnesses and school weather closures, Ryan's back to talk about Dustin Johnson crushing it at the Tournament of Champions and how scary his best game is compared to everyone else in the world.  Ryan also shares several of our new sponsors for this year, including <a href="http://2undr.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">2UNDR</a> (GNN20 at checkout to save 20%), <a href="http://shipsticks.com/gnn" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ship Sticks</a> (click for 20% off), Health IQ and <a href="http://brainstormgolf.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Happy Putter</a> (GNN10 for a 10% discount) as well <a href="https://thegolfnewsnet.com/worldam" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">our first GNN audience trip in August to the Myrtle Beach World Am</a>.  Then he gets into a discussion about buying golf clubs and some skepticism that clubs tests and reviews really mean all that much to most golfers.

Dustin Johnson is amazing, and announcing our first GNN trip

This episode is all about the 2018 Masters, of course. Patrick Reed wins, and the story about more than him winning. It's about how he got to this point, what he changed about his approach to Augusta to get the green jacket, how his past informs his present and future, and what's next for a guy who is beloved on American teams but wasn't beloved on Sunday. We dig into Alan Shipnuck's Sunday night piece on Reed and his relationship with his family, trying to figure out what from what. We also get into the weeks turned in by Jordan Spieth, Rory McIlroy, Rickie Fowler and Jon Rahm.

This episode is all about the 2018 Masters, of course. Patrick Reed wins, and the story about more than him winning. It's about how he got to this point, what he changed about his approach to Augusta to get the green jacket, how his past informs his present and future, and what's next for a guy who is beloved on American teams but wasn't beloved on Sunday. We dig into Alan Shipnuck's Sunday night piece on Reed and his relationship with his family, trying to figure out what from what. We also get into the weeks turned in by Jordan Spieth, Rory McIlroy, Rickie Fowler and Jon Rahm.

Reaction and fallout from the 2018 Masters

Dean Snell

On this episode, we're joined by Snell Golf founder Dean Snell to talk about his new MTB Red and MTB Black golf balls, his company four years into it, as well the experience of making golf balls for the average golfer. Dean is always a great guest, and his insights into the golf ball and the golf business are a must-listen. Ryan also shares his experiences in Houston for a few days, including playing golf with Steve Elkington, meeting Jack Burke Jr., and more on what's coming in the future with Secret Golf.

On this episode, we're joined by Snell Golf founder Dean Snell to talk about his new MTB Red and MTB Black golf balls, his company four years into it, as well the experience of making golf balls for the average golfer. Dean is always a great guest, and his insights into the golf ball and the golf business are a must-listen. Ryan also shares his experiences in Houston for a few days, including playing golf with Steve Elkington, meeting Jack Burke Jr., and more on what's coming in the future with Secret Golf.

Guest Dean Snell and experiencing golf in Houston

How did Tiger Woods look in his return at the Hero World Challenge? What expectations should we have for Woods going into 2015? On the other end of the leaderboard, the sky is the limit for winner Jordan Spieth, despite what he says.

How did Tiger Woods look in his return at the Hero World Challenge? What expectations should we have for Woods going into 2015? On the other end of the leaderboard, the sky is the limit for winner Jordan Spieth, despite what he says.

Tiger Woods across the River Jordan at the Hero

On this episode, Ryan Ballengee looks into the comments made by Bridgestone CEO Angel Ilagen that the time is now for a pro-only, scaled-back golf ball. Is something in the works? Also, we look at the run of future major site announcements from the USGA and PGA of America. Why are they making unprecedented future announcements so soon?

On this episode, Ryan Ballengee looks into the comments made by Bridgestone CEO Angel Ilagen that the time is now for a pro-only, scaled-back golf ball. Is something in the works? Also, we look at the run of future major site announcements from the USGA and PGA of America. Why are they making unprecedented future announcements so soon?

Rolling back the golf ball, and a major turf war

Tom Watson

Bruce Edwards

Tom Watson is one of several keynote speakers at an important Friday night dinner put on by Travelers and the Travelers Championship. The dinner will benefit the Bruce Edwards Foundation and is expected to raise more than $1 million that will support research toward a cure for ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease), which claimed Edwards' life. Mr. Watson speaks about his works with ALS since Edwards' passing, sharing stories of their 30-plus years together and talking about how people can help.

Tom Watson is one of several keynote speakers at an important Friday night dinner put on by Travelers and the Travelers Championship. The dinner will benefit the Bruce Edwards Foundation and is expected to raise more than $1 million that will support research toward a cure for ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease), which claimed Edwards' life. Mr. Watson speaks about his works with ALS since Edwards' passing, sharing stories of their 30-plus years together and talking about how people can help.

Tom Watson sharing stories about and honoring former caddie Bruce Edwards

Hank Haney

Hank Haney screwed up royally on his SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio show. So what happens next for Tiger Woods' old teacher? Ryan plays the audio from "Hank Haney Golf Radio" and digs in on why it's such a bad look. Then he gets into a preview of the Memorial Tournament, leading into the US Open at Pebble Beach as we're nearly onto the third men's major of the year.

Hank Haney <a href="https://thegolfnewsnet.com/golfnewsnetteam/2019/05/30/hank-haney-suspended-by-pga-tour-from-siriusxm-pga-tour-radio-for-remarks-114574/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">screwed up royally on his SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio show</a>. So what happens next for Tiger Woods' old teacher? Ryan plays the audio from "Hank Haney Golf Radio" and digs in on why it's such a bad look. Then he gets into a preview of the Memorial Tournament, leading into the US Open at Pebble Beach as we're nearly onto the third men's major of the year.

Hank Haney's screw up and previewing the Memorial

We've tackled the truth about golf's declining participation. Now let's tackle how we can grow the sport, save land and have some fun. Par 3 courses almost went the way of the Dodo bird, but they can make a roaring comeback.

We've tackled the truth about golf's declining participation. Now let's tackle how we can grow the sport, save land and have some fun. Par 3 courses almost went the way of the Dodo bird, but they can make a roaring comeback.

How par 3 courses can grow golf and save land

Jarrod Lyle

On this week's show, Ryan talks about the devastating news Jarrod Lyle has stopped treatment for his third battle with leukemia and is pursuing a style of hospice treatment as he prepares to die. It's an emotional opening segment, and hopefully one which pays tribute to the Aussie's remarkable life and fight. In the second half of the show, Ryan delves into the latest quibbling controversies in golf, including wondering if we're in the process of giving Bryson DeChambeau the Bubba Watson treatment.

On this week's show, Ryan talks about the devastating news Jarrod Lyle has stopped treatment for his third battle with leukemia and is pursuing a style of hospice treatment as he prepares to die. It's an emotional opening segment, and hopefully one which pays tribute to the Aussie's remarkable life and fight. In the second half of the show, Ryan delves into the latest quibbling controversies in golf, including wondering if we're in the process of giving Bryson DeChambeau the Bubba Watson treatment.

Reflecting on Jarrod Lyle's final battle, then discussing a few minor golf controversies

After a hiatus of a few weeks for the PGA Show and the launch of GolfTripX.com, Ryan's back to talk about the European Tour's mistake in hosting the Saudi International in Saudi Arabia, as well the other problem countries on golf's global calendar. Then Ryan goes on the other extreme and lauds the Phoenix Open for everything it gets right, including so much more beyond the infamous 16th hole at TPC Scottsdale.

After a hiatus of a few weeks for the PGA Show and the launch of <a href="http://GolfTripX.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GolfTripX.com</a>, Ryan's back to talk about the European Tour's mistake in hosting the Saudi International in Saudi Arabia, as well the other problem countries on golf's global calendar. Then Ryan goes on the other extreme and lauds the Phoenix Open for everything it gets right, including so much more beyond the infamous 16th hole at TPC Scottsdale.

What Phoenix gets right, and why the Saudi tournament is wrong

Tiger Woods returns to competitive golf at the Hero World Challenge, and we're wondering what kind of player will show up Isleworth, and if that guy will matter in 2015.

Tiger Woods returns to competitive golf at the Hero World Challenge, and we're wondering what kind of player will show up Isleworth, and if that guy will matter in 2015.

Will Tiger Woods matter in 2015?

The USGA's Pace of Play symposium has Ryan wondering if the best way to speed up golf is to make people pay not for an 18-hole round, but by the hour. We also look at what the devaluing of golf has to do with the problem.

The USGA's Pace of Play symposium has Ryan wondering if the best way to speed up golf is to make people pay not for an 18-hole round, but by the hour. We also look at what the devaluing of golf has to do with the problem.

Golf by the hour, or respecting your time and enjoyment

This episode is all about two big stories coming out of The Honda Classic. First, we talk about Justin Thomas' win and the preceding ejection of a surly fan on the 16th hole on Sunday. Was JT thin-skinned or did he do the right thing? We talk about why golf tournaments are thought different than other sporting events, and why that might be wrong.  We also look at Tiger Woods' 12th-place finish at PGA National, perhaps somewhat unexpected. Given what we've seen from Woods in three starts in 2018, it might not be that crazy to think he can win again, even at the Masters.

This episode is all about two big stories coming out of The Honda Classic. First, we talk about Justin Thomas' win and the preceding ejection of a surly fan on the 16th hole on Sunday. Was JT thin-skinned or did he do the right thing? We talk about why golf tournaments are thought different than other sporting events, and why that might be wrong.  We also look at Tiger Woods' 12th-place finish at PGA National, perhaps somewhat unexpected. Given what we've seen from Woods in three starts in 2018, it might not be that crazy to think he can win again, even at the Masters.

On JT's fan incident and Tiger Woods' great performance at The Honda Classic

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