​This episode is packed with PGA Show 2026 energy and real takeaways you can use. We recap the show in Orlando (tech, practice trends, and what stood out on the floor), then jump into the PGA TOUR: Scottie Scheffler wins The American Express at -27, plus the breakout story of 18-year-old Blades Brown firing a course-record 60 at PGA West (Nicklaus Tournament Course).

Next up: Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines — what to expect, winning-score vibe, and our picks (including the headline: Brooks Koepka is back). We also spotlight Torrey Pines (public) and PGA West Nicklaus with simple “how to play it” and “how to build a trip around it” trip guidance.

Plus: golf tech + gear you’ll actually care about — PuttView AR green reading (practice gold), Toptracer Go + making practice more social, and drivers we hit at Demo Day including the Cobra OPTM X (straight + long) and the Callaway Quantum Triple Diamond. Quick hit on Takomo irons and show-floor apparel trends too.

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I’m Brett Smith. Thanks for listening—and always remember to tip your cart staff.

​We went live from the PGA Show studios in Orlando (Thursday, January 22, 2026) with Daniel Guest (PGA Top 100 teacher, Imagen Golf) and Matthew Gannon (ShipItNation DFS/odds expert) for a fast, fun golf podcast episode covering what’s happening right now in the game.

We break down The American Express (PGA West / La Quinta), talk tournament storylines and desert golf, and zoom out to the big picture: the PGA Show, the future of golf, and whether PGA + LIV + everything else is too much golf—including Brett’s comparison to the UFC model and what it means for fans.

We also get into equipment and golf tech from the show floor: the rise of simulators, the PuttView app/putting tech, and what’s catching attention in clubs—PXG Lightning and the new Cobra OPTM. Daniel shares practical club fitting tips (what really matters, what golfers overthink, and how to get fit smarter), plus insight from his teaching business and YouTube channel Imagen Golf. Matthew explains how sharp minds look at odds, DFS strategy, course fit, and volatility in golf.

If you love golf, golf podcasts, tournament talk, gear, tech, and where the sport is headed—this one’s for you.

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​Welcome to the Kauai Golf Podcast — a golf podcast from Golf Podcasts USA. PGA Show week is here and we’re on-site in Orlando, Florida. In this episode, we break down what golfers should watch for at PGA Show 2026: new drivers and metalwoods (dispersion and forgiveness), range and simulator tech, fitting trends, and winter/shoulder-season gear.

We also recap the Sony Open in Hawaii results and preview the next PGA Tour stop: The American Express (Jan 22–25) with a “where to put your money” segment—three picks plus a bonus value play, with a responsible-play reminder.

Course Spotlight: We go deep on Wailea Golf (Maui)—why it’s special, how to play it, and how to plan a winter golf trip around it. Then we add a second winter golf travel spotlight: The Rawls Course (public) in Lubbock, Texas.

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​Welcome to the Kauai Golf Podcast, your go-to golf podcast for Kauai golf—local golf news, course spotlights, and practical tips to help you play better. In today’s winter edition, we cover the Sony Open in Hawaii at Waialae Country Club—what the course demands, where to watch, and the Sony Open odds and picks for the week.

We also give a quick explainer of TGL (team golf in an arena) and Tiger’s match this week, then shift into two trip-ready course spotlights with booking and strategy tips—plus winter practice advice tied to Cobra gear so golfers everywhere can keep improving year-round.

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We’re counting down the 10 biggest golf stories of 2025.
From the next generation spotlight (Charlie Woods + Kai Trump, including her University of Miami signing), to NCAA golf, major wins, pro-golf shakeups, and the business moves shaping where the game is headed.
✅ On the list:
🏆 Rory completes the career Grand Slam at the Masters
🌍 Scottie’s era rolls on (including 4th straight Player of the Year)
💥 Brooks Koepka exits LIV
📈 Topgolf/Toptracer business shakeup
👟 New Jordan Golf shoes + gear culture
🎓 NCAA golf momentum
…and more.
Plus: a quick update on Golf Podcasts USA as we head into PGA Show week as credentialed media with studio time booked.
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​Local golf stories deserve a national stage — and our mission is simple: get you fired up about golf.

In this founder episode, Brett Smith shares the real story behind building Golf Podcasts USA: why the network exists, what problem it’s solving (making golf more discoverable), and the vision for a state-by-state platform that connects golfers, courses, brands, and travel.

If you’re a brand, partner, or investor and want to learn what we’re building — this is the best place to start.

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​In the debut episode of the Kauaʻi Golf Podcast, host Brett Smith tees off from paradise — exploring the beauty, challenge, and culture of golf across the Garden Isle. From the emerald fairways of Princeville Makai to the ocean breeze at Poʻipū Bay, Brett shares his first-hand insights on what makes Kauaʻi one of the most breathtaking golf destinations in the world.

Listeners will get a mix of local stories, course reviews, and pro tips for those looking to play championship-level golf surrounded by waterfalls, cliffs, and Pacific sunsets. Brett also dives into the island’s golf economy, sustainability efforts, and how the sport connects locals and visitors alike.

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