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Golf Channel Podcast with Rex & Lav

Golf Channel
PGA Tour
LIV Golf
Tiger Woods
Nick Dunlap
PIF PGA Tour
WM Phoenix Open
Public Investment Fund
Jon Rahm
Joaquin Niemann
Rory Mcilroy
Jordan Spieth
Charlie Woods
Anthony Kim
Super Bowl
Brian Harmon
Fenway Sports Group
Q-School
PNC Championship
Golf Channel
Victor Hovland

GolfChannel.com senior writers Rex Hoggard and Ryan Lavner discuss and debate the latest news from around the golf world.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes628Founded10 years ago
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Latest Episodes

00:00: Hello and welcome, Steve Sands

1:45: Was Young's drive on 18 the greatest tee shot ever?

7:00: Young among the top 5 favorites at the Masters?

9:00: Looking forward to this week's Valspar ...

15:45: Thoughts on Valspar's future on the Tour... more

0:00: Add another chapter to Players Championship lore

03:30: Cam Young's final two holes were the stuff of legend

11:10: What's behind Young's rise to the game's elite

15:30: The other contenders on Players Sunday

20:00: Ludvig Aberg's out-of-no... more

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0:00: That final-round three-putt made Sunday much more interesting

08:00: Ludvig Aberg's refreshing honesty about what a Players title would mean

12:00: A comfy final pairing on Sunday with another former college stud Michael Thorbjornsen in the m... more

0:00: This is the Ludvig Aberg we've been promised

05:00: Xander Schauffele rounding into form at just the right time

08:00: Four rounds into his return, Justin Thomas is squarely in the mix

11:00: Why Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler find thems... more

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Recent Guests

Brad Faxon
Brad Faxon, Seminole Pro Member, NBC Golf commentator
NBC Golf / Seminole Pro Member
Episode: What was THAT?! Recapping a stunning final hour at the Cognizant
Todd Lewis
Golf Channel insider and reporter
Golf Channel
Episode: How, at age 45, Justin Rose has turned into golf's version of LeBron
Blades Brown
Young rising star in golf, attempting to become the youngest winner on the PGA Tour
Episode: In a tantalizing AmEx, Scottie says hello (and goodbye) to Blades Brown
Michael La Sasso
NCAA individual champion and golfer joining LIV Golf
Phil Mickelson's LIV Golf team
Episode: Why would a rising star give up status and a Masters invite for LIV?
Billy Horschel
PGA Tour winner and prominent figure in TGL.
PGA Tour
Episode: Billy Horschel on TGL season 2 and why fans should be excited – not worried – about the PGA Tour's direction
Jim Furyk
PGA Tour standout and tournament host
PGA Tour Champions
Episode: Tiger Woods on the Champions Tour? Jim Furyk weighs in
Michael Brennan
Latest winner on the PGA Tour
Episode: Golf's newest star details how his life and career changed with Tour victory
Derek Sprague
CEO of the PGA of America
PGA of America
Episode: Ryder Cup fallout: Unruly fans, the "Envelope Rule", future captains!
Paul McGinley
Victorious 2014 European Ryder Cup captain and Golf Channel Analyst
Golf Channel, Sky Sports
Episode: What we learned during the final week of Ryder Cup prep

Hosts

Rex Hoggard
Host with deep ties to Golf Channel, often providing long-form analysis and historical context across episodes.
Ryan Lavner
Co-host and senior golf writer known for on-air expertise, reporting, and analysis of tour dynamics.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 255 ratings
  • Don’t waste your time.

    The two biggest hacks in golf…. They bring nothing to the table say so many things that are factually incorrect it’s almost laughable

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jordanrodgers234
    United States6 months ago
  • Five stars for Rex & Lav!

    This show has joined the list of “automatic download” sports podcasts on my phone — and it’s a short list of 2, when it comes to golf. (The other being “Fairway Rollin.”) I’ll check in on “The Fried Egg” during the 4 major weeks, and I’ll always listen to Scott Van Pelt after the Masters. But Rex & Lav are not just good reporters, but they’ve also become podcast “personalities” — by just being themselves. It also makes me more interested, whenever they do Golf Channel TV appearances. And last bu... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SLCUtahUser
    United States8 months ago
  • Audio fail

    What is up with the audio balance? Lav is normal but Rex is so faint that you either have to not hear Rex or hurt your ears when Lav speaks.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Thailand Randy
    United States8 months ago
  • Rex and Lav

    Happy Birthday Rex 6/11/25

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rex and Lav USOpen 2025
    United States9 months ago
  • Sometimes good & sometimes bad

    I listen to the podcast regularly and this one is inconsistent, sometimes it’s interesting and sometimes it’s boring. It’s a hit or miss.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    BMJ100
    United States10 months ago

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Many fans value Rex & Lavner's knowledge and banter, calling the duo essential for staying current on tours and schedules.
Criticism often centers on production quality and interjections, but the insight and guest verifications keep the podcast engaging.
Listeners praise the show for insider analysis and long-form depth, though some critique audio quality and occasional contradictions.

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Apple Podcasts
#20
United States/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#18
Canada/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#27
United Kingdom/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#23
Australia/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#37
France/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#41
Germany/Sports/Golf

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What was THAT?! Recapping a stunning final hour at the Cognizant
Q: What do you think Bob Rotella told Shane Lowry before he teed off and what did he say after finishing the round?
Faxon discusses Rotella's simple, calming advice to Shane—focus on having fun playing golf, which contrasted with the intense pressure of leading and ultimately collapsing, and emphasizes mental approach over overthinking in high-pressure moments.
Masters, Ryder Cup, future Tour changes – Tiger provides some clues
Q: Is Tiger Woods considering a role as Ryder Cup captain?
While Tiger remains a top choice, there's uncertainty about his availability due to other commitments and his recovery process.
Masters, Ryder Cup, future Tour changes – Tiger provides some clues
Q: What is the single most important thing that Tiger said on Tuesday?
The most significant revelation was that Tiger indicated the Masters is not off the table, a surprising hint of his readiness to compete.
In a tantalizing AmEx, Scottie says hello (and goodbye) to Blades Brown
Q: What do you think winning in his season debut means for Scottie Scheffler?
Winning in his season debut sets an early tone for the year and might boost his confidence as he looks to dominate throughout the season.
In a tantalizing AmEx, Scottie says hello (and goodbye) to Blades Brown
Q: What did Young Blades show you on Sunday? What can we glean from his performance?
Blades Brown demonstrated a lot of resilience despite fading into a tie for 18th place; he showed maturity and learned from competing alongside the world's number one.

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Golf-focused discussions blend sharp analysis with accessible banter, covering current tours, scheduling, and major decisions shaping professional golf. Episodes frequently unpack player movements between tours, sponsorship dynamics, and tournament formats, often weaving in on-site perspectives from reporters and frequent guests. The tone is insider and opinionated, with a bias toward deep-dive strategy, tour economics, and the human stories behind big rounds and headlines. A standout aspect is the long-running on-air chemistry between two seniorGolf Channel writers, which provides both historical context and candid, sometimes provocative viewpoints that can spark strong engagement from golf fans, sponsors, and potential guests.

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Recent guests on Golf Channel Podcast with Rex & Lav include:

1. Brad Faxon
2. Todd Lewis
3. Blades Brown
4. Michael La Sasso
5. Billy Horschel
6. Jim Furyk
7. Michael Brennan
8. Derek Sprague

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