Jay Haas

In this episode, Peter corners his two houseguests - his caddie Troy Martin, and fellow TOUR pro Jay Haas, to talk Masters, Hideki Matsuyama, pressure to win, course design, yardage books and this week's PGA TOUR Champions event, the Chubb Classic.

In this episode, Peter corners his two houseguests - his caddie Troy Martin, and fellow TOUR pro Jay Haas, to talk Masters, Hideki Matsuyama, pressure to win, course design, yardage books and this week's PGA TOUR Champions event, the Chubb Classic.

Jay Haas | Jake's Takes Podcast

In this episode, Peter recaps his experience at last week's Drive, Chip &amp; Putt Championship at Augusta National, shares a few memorable stories from his days competing in The Masters, and dives into who he thinks will end up at the top of this Sunday's leaderboard. 

In this episode, Peter recaps his experience at last week's Drive, Chip &amp; Putt Championship at Augusta National, shares a few memorable stories from his days competing in The Masters, and dives into who he thinks will end up at the top of this Sunday's leaderboard.

2021 Masters Tournament | Jake's Takes Podcast

Rick Sellers

In this episode, Peter catches up with his longtime friend Rick Sellers,  25+ year PGA Professional and top golf instructor to discuss how the focus of game instruction and development is shifting from accuracy to speed. They also discuss how Rick is helping his clients increase their speed and distance off the tee by incorporating techniques learned from baseball power hitters. 

In this episode, Peter catches up with his longtime friend Rick Sellers,  25+ year PGA Professional and top golf instructor to discuss how the focus of game instruction and development is shifting from accuracy to speed. They also discuss how Rick is helping his clients increase their speed and distance off the tee by incorporating techniques learned from baseball power hitters.

Rick Sellers (PGA Professional & Golf Instructor) | Jake's Takes Podcast

In this episode, Peter shares his thoughts on the recent controversy surround Justin Thomas. He also discusses the complexities players face when building their PGA TOUR schedules each year, and dives into the exciting new format of the World Champions Cup, a new event coming to the PGA TOUR schedule in 2022!

In this episode, Peter shares his thoughts on the recent controversy surround Justin Thomas. He also discusses the complexities players face when building their PGA TOUR schedules each year, and dives into the exciting new format of the World Champions Cup, a new event coming to the PGA TOUR schedule in 2022!

World Champions Cup | Jake's Takes Podcat

Arnold Palmer

In this episode, Peter reflects on the 2021 Arnold Palmer Invitational, and shares a story about winner Bryson DeChambeau from the API in 2016.  He also shares his thoughts on the infamous 17th "island green" at TPC Sawgrass and ponders the question, "Would Arnold Palmer approve on shorts on TOUR?"

In this episode, Peter reflects on the 2021 Arnold Palmer Invitational, and shares a story about winner Bryson DeChambeau from the API in 2016.  He also shares his thoughts on the infamous 17th "island green" at TPC Sawgrass and ponders the question, "Would Arnold Palmer approve on shorts on TOUR?"

2021 Arnold Palmer Invitational | Jake's Takes Podcast

We're back! Peter kicks things off in season three of the Jake's Takes Podcast by sharing a fond memory of Arnold Palmer, and sharing his thoughts on the PGA TOUR's 2021 players to watch. He also chats with his son-in-law, Dr. Chris Sahler, an interventional physiatrist who specializes in sports medicine, about the severity of Tiger's injuries and what it might mean for his recovery process as well as his career.

We're back! Peter kicks things off in season three of the Jake's Takes Podcast by sharing a fond memory of Arnold Palmer, and sharing his thoughts on the PGA TOUR's 2021 players to watch. He also chats with his son-in-law, Dr. Chris Sahler, an interventional physiatrist who specializes in sports medicine, about the severity of Tiger's injuries and what it might mean for his recovery process as well as his career.

2021 Players To Watch | Jake's Takes Podcast

In this episode, Peter visits Cool Clubs in Scottsdale, Arizona, and chats with Master Club Fitter Justin Nelson about the importance of having your clubs fit to match your swing.Season 3 of the Jake's Takes Podcast will begin in 2021.

In this episode, Peter visits Cool Clubs in Scottsdale, Arizona, and chats with Master Club Fitter Justin Nelson about the importance of having your clubs fit to match your swing. Season 3 of the Jake's Takes Podcast will begin in 2021.

Custom Club Fitting | Jake's Takes Podcast

In this episode, Peter explores the question: what's more important to have if you want to make it on the PGA TOUR, talent or confidence?

In this episode, Peter explores the question: what's more important to have if you want to make it on the PGA TOUR, talent or confidence?

Talent vs Confidence | Jake's Takes Podcast

In this episode, Peter reflects on the recent U.S. Open at Winged Foot, Matthew Wolff's unconventional swing, and how Bryson DeChambeau is changing the game of golf as we know it. 

In this episode, Peter reflects on the recent U.S. Open at Winged Foot, Matthew Wolff's unconventional swing, and how Bryson DeChambeau is changing the game of golf as we know it.

2020 U.S. Open Review | Jake's Takes Podcast

In this episode, Peter shares his thoughts on the USGA's course set up at Winged Foot, what he thinks the winner will need to do to stay near the top of the leaderboard, and who his pick is to win the 2020 U.S. Open Championship. 

In this episode, Peter shares his thoughts on the USGA's course set up at Winged Foot, what he thinks the winner will need to do to stay near the top of the leaderboard, and who his pick is to win the 2020 U.S. Open Championship.

2020 U.S. Open Predictions | Jake's Takes Podcast

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Tinker Hatfield

In this episode Peter catches up with his longtime friend Tinker Hatfield, legendary shoe designer and Vice President of Design and Special Projects for Nike, about what it's like to work with athletes at the peak of their careers, their shared love of music and guitars, and how they first met (when their (now) wives were roommates at the University of Oregon)!

In this episode Peter catches up with his longtime friend Tinker Hatfield, legendary shoe designer and Vice President of Design and Special Projects for Nike, about what it's like to work with athletes at the peak of their careers, their shared love of music and guitars, and how they first met (when their (now) wives were roommates at the University of Oregon)!

Tinker Hatfield (Vice President of Design and Special Projects for Nike) | Jake's Takes Podcast

Bruce Hornsby

On this week's episode Peter is joined by his great friend, legendary musician Bruce Hornsby to chat about how they met, Bruce's son's athletic careers, COVID-19, and that one time in the 80s when Bruce introduced Fluff to Jerry Garcia! 

On this week's episode Peter is joined by his great friend, legendary musician Bruce Hornsby to chat about how they met, Bruce's son's athletic careers, COVID-19, and that one time in the 80s when Bruce introduced Fluff to Jerry Garcia!

Bruce Hornsby | Jake's Takes Podcast

Amy Jacobsen

Robert Tennant

Kristen Sahler

In this episode Peter dives into the most common types of injuries golfers sustain with orthopedic surgeon Dr. Robert Tennant, M.D., and how today's younger generation of golfers may be adjusting their swings in order to prevent them. He also discusses the topic of Ryder Cup vs Presidents Cup, and sits down with his daughters, Amy and Kristen, to test their pro golfer knowledge during a game of "Name Mashups."

In this episode Peter dives into the most common types of injuries golfers sustain with orthopedic surgeon Dr. Robert Tennant, M.D., and how today's younger generation of golfers may be adjusting their swings in order to prevent them. He also discusses the topic of Ryder Cup vs Presidents Cup, and sits down with his daughters, Amy and Kristen, to test their pro golfer knowledge during a game of "Name Mashups."

"Name Mashups" with Amy Jacobsen & Kristen Sahler, "My Body Hurts" with Dr. Robert Tennant, M.D. | Jake's Takes Podcast

Jan Jacobsen

In this episode Peter shows off his google search skills hunting for Arnold Palmer statues around the globe, and sits down with his wife Jan to retell a story from their first year on the PGA TOUR.

In this episode Peter shows off his google search skills hunting for Arnold Palmer statues around the globe, and sits down with his wife Jan to retell a story from their first year on the PGA TOUR.

Stories From The Road with Jan Jacobsen | Jake's Takes Podcast

Natalie Gulbis

In this week's episode Peter catches up with LPGA Tour Pro Natalie Gulbis to chat about her upcoming plans to retire, her thoughts on how technology is affecting the game and what it was really like as a contestant on President Trump's "Celebrity Apprentice" back in 2009.

In this week's episode Peter catches up with LPGA Tour Pro Natalie Gulbis to chat about her upcoming plans to retire, her thoughts on how technology is affecting the game and what it was really like as a contestant on President Trump's "Celebrity Apprentice" back in 2009.

Natalie Gulbis (LPGA Tour Pro) | Jake's Takes Podcast

Payne Stewart

Jake Trout

In this episode Peter remembers his friend Payne Stewart, and shares a few stories about their days as wannabe rock stars in the band Jake Trout and the Flounders. He also gives his thoughts on one of the First Tee program's nine core values: Judgement.

In this episode Peter remembers his friend Payne Stewart, and shares a few stories about their days as wannabe rock stars in the band Jake Trout and the Flounders. He also gives his thoughts on one of the First Tee program's nine core values: Judgement.

Remembering Payne Stewart, Jake Trout and the Flounders Stories, First Tee Core Values | Jake's Takes Podcast

In this episode, Peter shares his thoughts about strong personalities and characters in the game today versus when he joined the TOUR. Then he sits down with his daughters, Amy Jacobsen and Kristen Sahler, to retell the popular "Golden Tee Story."

In this episode, Peter shares his thoughts about strong personalities and characters in the game today versus when he joined the TOUR. Then he sits down with his daughters, Amy Jacobsen and Kristen Sahler, to retell the popular "Golden Tee Story."

Stories From The Road with Amy Jacobsen & Kristen Sahler | Jake's Takes Podcast

Mick Jacobsen

In this episode, Peter sits down with his youngest child Mick to discuss coaching youth basketball in the 90s, Mick's first attempt at caddying for Peter on the PGA TOUR and the ins and outs of how to properly rake a sand trap. Then Peter explores the world of well-known (and often overused) "golf speak" cliches.

In this episode, Peter sits down with his youngest child Mick to discuss coaching youth basketball in the 90s, Mick's first attempt at caddying for Peter on the PGA TOUR and the ins and outs of how to properly rake a sand trap. Then Peter explores the world of well-known (and often overused) "golf speak" cliches.

Stories From The Road with Mick Jacobsen, Golf Speak Cliches | Jake's Takes Podcast

Dan Hicks

In this episode, Peter talks to friend and NBC Sports colleague Dan Hicks about the upcoming Presidents Cup, their recent participant in a fundraising event for the Hannah Storm Foundation, and whether or not Peter can use Dan's member number for food and drinks at the 2020 Ryder Cup at Winged Foot.

In this episode, Peter talks to friend and NBC Sports colleague Dan Hicks about the upcoming Presidents Cup, their recent participant in a fundraising event for the Hannah Storm Foundation, and whether or not Peter can use Dan's member number for food and drinks at the 2020 Ryder Cup at Winged Foot.

Dan Hicks (Sportscaster, NBC Sports) | Jake's Takes Podcast

Dan Quayle

Brandel Chamblee

In this episode, Peter goes inside the ropes with Steve John, tournament director for the AT&amp;T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am and PURE Insurance Championship, to find out just what goes in to running a TOUR event at Pebble Beach. Then talks with Golf Channel commentator Brandel Chamblee, and catches up with his longtime friend and golf partner, 44th Vice President of the United States Dan Quayle.

In this episode, Peter goes inside the ropes with Steve John, tournament director for the AT&amp;T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am and PURE Insurance Championship, to find out just what goes in to running a TOUR event at Pebble Beach. Then talks with Golf Channel commentator Brandel Chamblee, and catches up with his longtime friend and golf partner, 44th Vice President of the United States Dan Quayle.

Brandel Chamblee, Vice President Dan Quayle, Inside The Ropes with Steve John (AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am Tournament Director) | Jake's Takes Podcast

Lara Tennant

In this episode Peter catches up with Lara Tennant, Portland-native and a three-time women's amateur major champion (2018 and 2019 U.S. Senior Women's Amateur, 2019 R&amp;A Women's Senior Amateur) to chat about what it's like to grow up in a "golf family" and how to successfully defend your title at the highest level of amateur golf. Then he sits down with his son Mick to talk about a new revolution in the fitness and rehabilitation industry: the AllCore360.

In this episode Peter catches up with Lara Tennant, Portland-native and a three-time women's amateur major champion (2018 and 2019 U.S. Senior Women's Amateur, 2019 R&amp;A Women's Senior Amateur) to chat about what it's like to grow up in a "golf family" and how to successfully defend your title at the highest level of amateur golf. Then he sits down with his son Mick to talk about a new revolution in the fitness and rehabilitation industry: the AllCore360.

Lara Tennant (2018 and 2019 U.S. Senior Women's Amateur Champion), My Body Hurts: AllCore360 | Jake's Takes Podcast

In this episode, Peter sits down with his wife Jan to relive a few fond memories of life on the road and traveling week to week with three children. Then he muses on the past week's happenings, including Tom Watson's retirement from Open Championship tournaments, Brooks Koepka's dominating presence, and the insurgence of first-time winners this season on the PGA TOUR.

In this episode, Peter sits down with his wife Jan to relive a few fond memories of life on the road and traveling week to week with three children. Then he muses on the past week's happenings, including Tom Watson's retirement from Open Championship tournaments, Brooks Koepka's dominating presence, and the insurgence of first-time winners this season on the PGA TOUR.

The Senior Open, WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational & Barracuda Championship Review, Stories From The Road with Jan Jacobsen | Jake's Takes Podcast

Terry Porter

In this episode, Peter chats with his friend Terry Porter, former Point Guard for the Portland Trail Blazers and current coach of the University of Portland men's basketball team. Then he makes a few Presidents Cup Predictions with World Golf Correspondent Jack James, and debates the question on everyone's mind right now: Will Tiger Pick Himself?

In this episode, Peter chats with his friend Terry Porter, former Point Guard for the Portland Trail Blazers and current coach of the University of Portland men's basketball team. Then he makes a few Presidents Cup Predictions with World Golf Correspondent Jack James, and debates the question on everyone's mind right now: Will Tiger Pick Himself?

Terry Porter, Presidents Cup Predictions | Jake's Takes Podcast

Chris Sahler

In this episode, Peter reviews yet another week of first-time winners on the PGA TOUR and LPGA Tour! Then he sits down with New York-based physiatrist, Dr. Chris Sahler, M.D., to discuss ways you can prepare your body to withstand the game of golf for the long haul, and shares his thoughts on the three players who are only one win away from completing a Career Grand Slam.

In this episode, Peter reviews yet another week of first-time winners on the PGA TOUR and LPGA Tour! Then he sits down with New York-based physiatrist, Dr. Chris Sahler, M.D., to discuss ways you can prepare your body to withstand the game of golf for the long haul, and shares his thoughts on the three players who are only one win away from completing a Career Grand Slam.

Injury Prevention with Dr. Chris Sahler, M.D., The Career Grand Slam | Jake's Takes Podcast

Casey Martin

In this episode, Peter reflects on the last week's U.S. Senior Open with his big brother David, who was the first tee starter at the championship. Then he catches up with former TOUR pro and current University of Oregon Men's Golf Coach, Casey Martin, and visits the Caddie Corner with Mike O'Connell, reminiscing about their win together at the 2004 U.S. Senior Open.

In this episode, Peter reflects on the last week's U.S. Senior Open with his big brother David, who was the first tee starter at the championship. Then he catches up with former TOUR pro and current University of Oregon Men's Golf Coach, Casey Martin, and visits the Caddie Corner with Mike O'Connell, reminiscing about their win together at the 2004 U.S. Senior Open.

Casey Martin, Caddie Corner: 2004 U.S. Senior Open | Jake's Takes Podcast

D.A. Weibring

Jeff Corbett

In this episode, Peter chats with Peter Jacobsen SPORTS team member, SVP Jeff Corbett, about what goes into putting a golf tournament together behind-the-scenes and what the COVID-19-related cancellations mean for tournament organizers, volunteers, fans, and benefiting nonprofit organizations. Then he catches up with fellow TOUR pro D.A. Weibring about their experience being at the Maverick's game in Dallas on March 12, when the suspension of the NBA's season was officially announced.

In this episode, Peter chats with Peter Jacobsen SPORTS team member, SVP Jeff Corbett, about what goes into putting a golf tournament together behind-the-scenes and what the COVID-19-related cancellations mean for tournament organizers, volunteers, fans, and benefiting nonprofit organizations. Then he catches up with fellow TOUR pro D.A. Weibring about their experience being at the Maverick's game in Dallas on March 12, when the suspension of the NBA's season was officially announced.

Jeff Corbett, D.A. Weibring | Jake's Takes Podcast

Gary McCrudden

In this episode, Peter recaps The 148th Open Championship and talks to Gary McCrudden, former Council Member at Royal Portrush Golf Club, about the significance and impact of hosting The Open Championship in Northern Ireland. Then he sits down with his friend and former caddie Mike "Fluff" Cowan to recap some of their past Open Championship appearances – including the infamous 1985 streaker incident at Royal St. Georges.

In this episode, Peter recaps The 148th Open Championship and talks to Gary McCrudden, former Council Member at Royal Portrush Golf Club, about the significance and impact of hosting The Open Championship in Northern Ireland. Then he sits down with his friend and former caddie Mike "Fluff" Cowan to recap some of their past Open Championship appearances – including the infamous 1985 streaker incident at Royal St. Georges.

Gary McCrudden (Former Council Member, Royal Portrush Golf Club), Mike "Fluff"Cowan | Jake's Takes Podcast

Mark Bryan

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In this episode Peter discusses The Tour Championship, the new FedExCup Playoffs format, and the controversy of slow play on the PGA TOUR. Then he sits down with his longtime friend Mark Bryan, lead guitarist for Hootie &amp; The Blowfish, to rehash old stories and talk about the band's new album.

In this episode Peter discusses The Tour Championship, the new FedExCup Playoffs format, and the controversy of slow play on the PGA TOUR. Then he sits down with his longtime friend Mark Bryan, lead guitarist for Hootie &amp; The Blowfish, to rehash old stories and talk about the band's new album.

Mark Bryan (Lead Guitarist, Hootie & The Blowfish) | Jake's Takes Podcast

In this episode, in honor of what would be Arnold Palmer's 90th birthday, Peter recalls some of his favorite Arnold memories.

In this episode, in honor of what would be Arnold Palmer's 90th birthday, Peter recalls some of his favorite Arnold memories.

Arnold Palmer Memories & Stories | Jake's Takes Podcast

In this week's episode Peter sits down with Shep Rose, from the Bravo reality show "Southern Charm," at his bar in Charleston to discuss Shep's love of golf, his deep family history and connections to the game, how he used to work for Greg Norman, his experience playing in Korn Ferry Tour pro-ams and much, much, more!

In this week's episode Peter sits down with Shep Rose, from the Bravo reality show "Southern Charm," at his bar in Charleston to discuss Shep's love of golf, his deep family history and connections to the game, how he used to work for Greg Norman, his experience playing in Korn Ferry Tour pro-ams and much, much, more!

Shep Rose (Bravo's "Southern Charm") | Jake's Takes Podcast

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