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In this week's episode of SDTM-ish, Riles has a little one on one action with one of the PGA TOUR's latest members, Michael Johnson!

We dive into a little nostalgia and chat a little bit about Auburn Football.

Enjoy.

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Pricey meets Tiger Woods, and the Jags are 4-1! Let's go.

Killer pod, tbh.

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We're back and better than ever with a fresh episode full of stories and interesting facts about our recent stay in Elephant Butte, New Mexico.

Riles recounts his nightmare inducing quadruple bogey on the 3rd at Turtleback Mountain, and AJ shares what it was like to have a front row seat to watching eventual champion, Taylor Funkhauser, absolutely abuse the high desert course.

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We've got a special guest in the booth today, and we're thrilled to dig in with founder of Decade Golf, Scott Fawcett!

While there may or may not be a relation to Farrah, there is definitely a relation to mountains of data and how to attack a golf course.

This is some great stuff.

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We might need a mulligan after this one, but we had some technical difficulties and lost a good portion of the audio in this week's episode.

However, the train keeps rolling, and we're back to bring smiles to your faces and joy to your ears.

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We're back with another fresh episode of Straight Down the Middle-ish, and a very special international incident with Pricey in the UK!

With the FedEx Cup Playoffs winding down, we reflect on this year's PGA TOUR Player of the Year candidates and perhaps a ban on hybrids.

The New Mexico Open is just around the corner, and we'll have Riley and Every in the field at Turtleback Mountain Golf Resort.

Be sure to follow us for updates and shenanigans!

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Coming to you live from the parking lot of a Cracker Barrel, it's another fresh episode of Straight Down the Middle-ish!

More details to come on the episode. I'm trying to upload the audio file at a WaWa in Wesley Chapel.

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Scott Riley, Aron Price, and Matt Every kick things off with visor talk, memorabilia, and a few classic golf-nerd tangents before turning to bigger-picture golf topics. The episode centers on New Zealand golf, PGA Tour playoff format ideas, and a long conversation about aging stars, young talent, and what makes a tour event feel meaningful.

We discuss how to make PGA TOUR tournaments feel more dramatic, why some events should reward winners more aggressively, and which players still look dangerous well into their 40s. The crew also gets into WNBA chaos, music nostalgia, sports cards, and the kind of side conversations that make this show feel like a clubhouse hang.

Key topics
In this episode, the guys open with visor obsession, including a Phil Mickelson Bearing Point visor, a Brad Faxon visor, and a joke about opening a memorabilia shop.

Aron Price shares old tournament stories from Australia, including caddying as a kid, meeting Brett Ogle and Robert Allenby, and bringing a 1995 Faxon visor back into the mix.

The conversation turns to New Zealand golf, with Scott Riley pitching a stronger push around events like the New Zealand PGA and New Zealand Open.

Matt Every and Aron Price talk through the geography and vibe of New Zealand courses, including Queenstown, Christchurch, Wellington, Paraparaumu, and Auckland.

The crew floats a marketing idea for pro ams in New Zealand, suggesting local celebrities and athletes could add more value than a standard setup.

The PGA Tour playoffs and Wyndham Championship are a major topic, with Scott pushing for a more dramatic “if you win, you’re in” structure.

Matt offers a full alternative postseason concept where tournament winners auto-qualify for the Tour Championship and the remaining spots go to the best non-winners.

The guys debate whether the PGA Tour needs more emphasis on winning, more stakes late in the season, and fewer playoff events.

They break down Michael Brennan’s win and why his swing, composure, and pace stood out coming down the stretch.

The conversation widens to older players still producing on tour, with Alex Noren, Gary Woodland, Eric Cole, and others used as examples of longevity and consistency.

Brooks Koepka gets a strong vote of confidence, with the group noting that his ball striking is still elite even if the putting has been off.

The second half turns into a sports card and memorabilia segment, including a rare dual autograph card featuring KJ Choi and another Korean golfer, plus a story about Russ Stevens as a rare Donruss Rated Rookie who never reached the majors.

Travis Hunter, Bo Bichette, and Jags talk appear as the guys swap between current sports and card-market speculation.

The show closes with more New Zealand open chatter, pro am nostalgia, and the crew joking about how they always play better in team events.

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As the world of golf turns, we're here to help you navigate the globe after the spinning stops.

Welcome back to another episode of Straight Down the Middle-ish! The world's greatest podcast returns for yet another week of gossip, pearls of wisdom, hot takes, and life advice.

This week's episode centers around the WNBA, Aaron Rodgers, The Rocket Mortgage Classic, Detroit Country Club, NFL training camp, and a host of off-the-wall comments.

Enjoy the buffoonery.

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Join us as we delve into the latest in golf, sports controversies, and the evolving landscape of professional golf tours, featuring insights from Scott Riley, Aron Price, and Matt Every.

Keywords
Golf, PGA Tour, LIV Golf, Golf Media, Lucas Glover, PGA Tour Challenges, Young Golfers, Sports Controversies, Golf Equipment, Golf Strategy, Live Forever Golf, LeBron James, Caitlin Clark, WNBA

Key Topics
Golf media and rule changes
Lucas Glover's spike controversy
Emerging young golf stars and their potential
The impact of social media on golf
Tour promotion and challenger series insights
Golf equipment and strategy evolution
The influence of LIV Golf and traditional tours
Player mindset and preparation in modern golf

Hosts: Scott Riley, Aron Price, Matt Every

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Join us for a lively discussion covering the chaos of the British Open, rules controversies, and the thrill of discovering hidden gems like Waterfall Club. This episode features candid stories, expert insights, and unfiltered banter among golf enthusiasts and friends.

Main Topics:

• British Open highlights and the Ryan Fox victory
• Controversial rules decisions involving Bryson DeChambeau and Scottie Scheffler
• The cultural significance of golf in New Zealand and the US
• Humorous tales from golf courses, including Saban's surprise appearance
• The intriguing future of golf courses and tournaments

In this episode:

• Breakdown of the British Open final round and Fox's clutch play (00:00 - 08:00)
• The Bryson DeChambeau ruling controversy and implications for golf rules (08:00 - 14:00)
• Scottie Scheffler and TIO rule discussions (14:00 - 20:00)
• Post-tournament reactions and the emotional reactions of golfers and fans (20:00 - 28:00)
• Waterfall Club adventures and celebrity sightings like Steve Smith and Nick Saban (28:00 - 45:00)
• Discussions on golf course restoration projects and upcoming tournaments (45:00 - 58:00)
• Personal stories: jet ski mishaps, family golf outings, and golf card collecting humor (58:00 - end)

Enjoy the rich stories, expert insights, and behind-the-scenes moments shared in this episode—your ultimate golf podcast for honesty and humor on and off the course.

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We're a day late and a dollar short, but we did it.

Enjoy.

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Pricey and Riles are putting in the work this off-season, and this latest episode showcases the reps. Please enjoy, you filthy animals.

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Please bear with us, we're not the most tech-savvy dudes, but we're doing the best we can!

You can now find our episodes on YouTube, and see what we look like these days.

Enjoy.

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We're back in action for another chat in the garage. It's a sneaky good time on the sport calendar with the NBA Finals, NCAA Golf Championship, US Women's Open, and the Memorial this week. So let's just enjoy the good times before it gets too hot!

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We're back in the garage office for another fresh episode of Straight Down The Middle-ish.

Hopefully this is the first of many to come.

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Sorry for the delay, we've been a touch busy these days, but we're back! Hope you enjoy the pod.

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It's hard to put into words how amazingly beautiful the country of New Zealand truly is. We'll try our best, but we'll fall woefully short. This week's podcast is a little recap of Scott's recent trip to Paraparaumu Beach, New Zealand, for the 2026 NZPGA Championship presented by Quinovic.

It was an epic quest, and we can't wait to go back next year!

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After a bit of a layoff to get this year cranked up, the boys are back in town. Armed with fresh stories form the PGA Show, and feelings on the latest moves in the PGA TOUR/LIV saga, the world of golf continues to turn.

We've also changed couches and moved the pod into the casa de Riley for a minute, so we hope you enjoy the intimate discussion.

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It's been a long layoff since we last had a chat, but we're back and better than ever. In this week's episode, we catch up on all the holiday drama, travels from overseas, and Jaguars football!

Here's to a new year filled with more pods.

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