Vanity Index Podcast

Legendary caddie Mike "Fluff" Cowan joins this week's episode of Vanity Index alongside Peter Jacobsen to talk about caddying for Tiger Woods, the correct way to treat your caddie, the best shot he's ever seen and more. Plus Chad and Wells discuss characters you see at a golf course and how many polos is just too many.

Chad and Wells chat with country music star Jake Owen at The Golf Party at Monterey Peninsula Country Club. They discuss how Jake got involved with the game, transitioning to a career in music, his on-course style and playing along side Jordan Spieth in the AT&T Pro-Am at Pebble Beach. Chad and Wells also discuss golf holes that live rent-free in their heads, plus superstitions that they carry in golf.

Chad and Wells are joined by everybody's favorite funny man and golfer, Rob Riggle. The guys recap their experience on the Monterey Peninsula at The Golf Party, then Rob shares how he got into the game, his transition from combat to comedy, and the similarities between improv acting and golf. Then they see how far they can hit old hickory clubs on the Full Swing simulator.

Chad and Wells hit the road to play in The Golf Party at Monterey Peninsula Country Club. They sit down with Peter Jacobsen and Huey Lewis to share the genesis of The Golf Party, then Pat Perez stops by to share all things money games at his all-star stacked home course. Plus Chad and Wells caddie for two First Tee ambassadors at the iconic the Pebble Beach.

Chad heads to Minnesota to preview six-week old Tepetonka with the legendary Jim Nantz and country-music star Eric Church. They discuss how Nantz got involved with the course, the best sports and music towns, Nantz's impressive historical archive, and more. Plus Chad details his week at the Grass League Pro-Am and and Wells recaps his ELECTRIC chip-off playoff finish against Steph Curry at The Crewe Cup at Pebble Beach.

Wells and Chad recap their epic trip to Cabot Citrus Farms, discuss the latest viral posts from the golf world, and get a surprise call from NFL analyst Peter Schrager.

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Writer, director and Super Troopers 3 star Jay Chandrasekhar joins Chad and Wells to discuss his all-consuming golf habit, including an impressive consecutive-days-played streak and 65 pages of swing thoughts. They also swap stories about the most outrageous players they’ve been paired with on the course.

In this week's solo episode, Chad and Wells discuss all things buddies trips and help VIP producer Casey plan his perfect Bachelor trip. They also debate whether a round of golf takes too long and tackle an intriguing question from one of Chad's friends with a simulator challenge.

Legendary six-time major champion and Hall of Famer Lee Trevino joins this week's episode to take a trip down memory lane discussing his career playing along side Jack and Arnie, how he cut his teeth working at the Dallas Athletic Club, getting struck by lightning, and more. Plus Chad and Wells answer your questions from our DMs.

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Actor and 2025 BMW Charity Pro-Am winner Ross Butler joins this week's episode to chat about his growing obsession with the game, having a swing and mental coach, his brief stint as "DJ Wasabi" before becoming an actor and more.

Four-time PGA TOUR winner, Golf Channel analyst and 2026 Payne Stewart Award recipient Notah Begay III joins this week's episode to talk about competing at Stanford, playing with Tiger Woods, shooting a 59, his unique two-way putting technique and more.

Colin Hanks joins Chad and Wells on this week’s episode to discuss his new obsession with the game, muni courses, the similarities between theater and golf, his family's filmography, and more. Chad and Wells also recap The Open and debate U.S. vs. European golf.

The multi-talented Alfonso Ribeiro joins Chad and Wells on this week's episode to discuss how his life changed after appearing in a commercial for the King of Pop, why his handicap fluctuates around his work schedule, and his extensive Pro-Am experiences. Alfonso also shows off his strength off the tee in a friendly long drive contest on the SIM.

Former NBA star turned golf addict Chandler Parsons joins this week's show! He shares how he got into the game, plays various Discovery properties, and picks his NBA scramble partner in a game of Start, Bench, Cut.

Chad and Wells also discuss lead tape on clubs, nightmare greens and rehash Wells beating Chad on the course.

Bachelor star and Dancing with the Stars winner Joey Graziadei joins this week’s episode of the Vanity Index Podcast from Shinnecock Hills!
As a former tennis coach, he discusses the similarities between the two sports, playing with members at private clubs, East Coast vs. West Coast courses and why golf is his newest passion. Wells and Chad also recap Wyndham Clark’s U.S. Open win, rowdy Long Island crowds and more.

On this week's VIP, Chad, Wells, and Luke Wilson head to the Titleist Performance Institute for a professional fitting while chatting about Luke’s upcoming Netflix golf comedy series The Hawk. Along the way, they compare the pressures of playing in a Pro-Am to life on set, and dive into Luke’s biggest pet peeves on the golf course.

Chad and Wells also preview next week's U.S. Open, what course hasn't hosted one but should, discuss the unwritten rules of tour pros and more.

Longtime TV and radio host Carson Daly joins Chad and Wells on the latest episode of Vanity Index Podcast. Daly shares stories of, playing junior golf with Tiger Woods, winning the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and reveals his TRL-style top five golf courses. Chad and Wells also debut a new segment, “Paired With”, where they swap stories about the most interesting and unexpected playing partners they have encountered on the course.

Reggie Bush joins The Vanity Index Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation at the intersection of elite athleticism and golf’s evolving culture. The former Heisman Trophy winner discusses his growing presence on the pro-am circuit, his competitive mindset on the course, and his latest venture—the United Athletes Tour. Bush breaks down the league’s vision, format, and how it aims to reshape accessibility and entertainment in the game, while offering insight into golf’s expanding business and celebrity-driven landscape. Plus, Chad and Wells dive into Texas golf and explore new ways to find scramble players.

Chad and Wells break down Aaron Rai’s gritty PGA Championship victory, then Chad takes listeners inside his recent golf trip to Ireland with stories from some of the country’s most iconic courses. Train frontman and pro-am golfer Pat Monahan joins the show to share how he managed to break 80 at Augusta National, plus Wells teases his next Big Break.

Chad and Wells preview the PGA Championship and discuss who could complete the Grand Slam next. Then they welcome the Black Knight himself, Gary Player, to the Vanity Index Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation on his secret to longevity, the current state of professional golf, and classic stories from his days alongside Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer. Then they cap it off by officially inducting the Black Knight into the “Burnerverse”.