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The Drop Zone

Dylan Dethier
Golf
Masters Tournament
PGA Championship
Augusta National Golf Club
Rory Mcilroy
Bob Does Sports
Youtube Golf
Shinnecock Hills Golf Club
PGA Tour
Riviera Country Club
Golf Magazine
Southern History
Wright Thompson
Lebron James
Liberty, New York
Pine Valley Golf Club
US Women's Open
Amy Alcott
Nelly Korda
Data Golf

The Drop Zone is a weekly show hosted by Dylan Dethier for GOLF Magazine. Each episode sets out to answer one thoughtful question about golf, answered with the help of a guest.

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Latest Episodes

Amy Alcott won 29 times on the LPGA Tour, took five majors, and landed in the World Golf Hall of Fame — but she started by hitting into a net at a Westwood golf school and running a make-believe country club out of her front yard, billing her parents... more

Martin Trainer is retiring from professional golf. He joins Dylan Dethier to tackle a question — what did he learn playing pro golf? — and runs through 10 answers (plus some more) as he pulls back the curtain on the myths and realities of the PGA Tou... more

Aaron Rai won the 2026 PGA at Aronimink. But who else won, too? Dylan Dethier and Sean Zak break down the week’s action from on site in Philadelphia, catching you up on who’s leaving a winner.

How do you model a major? Will Courchene, co-founder of Data Golf, joins Dylan Dethier to talk through the 2026 PGA Championship — and pick a winner. Who is Aronimink expected to favor? Who is actually in pro golf's "A" Tier? And how many players act... more

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Recent Guests

Amy Alcott
Hall of Fame golfer and former US Women's Open champion
Episode: Amy Alcott: Why the U.S. Women's Open belongs at Riviera
Martin Trainer
Professional golfer with wins on multiple tours
PGA Tour, Corn Ferry Tour, European Tour
Episode: 10 Secrets from a Retiring Pro: Best (and Worst) of Life on the PGA Tour
Sean Zak
Guest; longtime golf journalist and former host of The Drop Zone
The Drop Zone / Golf Magazine
Episode: 2026 PGA Championship: Winners and Losers w/ Sean Zak
Will Courchene
Co-founder and operator of Data Golf
Episode: Will from DataGolf: Who Wins The 2026 PGA Championship?
Grant Boone
Voice of the LPGA for Golf Channel and NBC
Golf Channel/NBC
Episode: Grant Boone: How Nelly Korda’s Changed—And What That Means
Tom Coyne
Author and editor at Golfers Journal; writer of A Course Called Ireland/Scotland/America/Home
Golfers Journal
Episode: Tom Coyne: What’s The Greatest American Golf Course
Robby Berger
Front man for Bob Does Sports
Bob Does Sports
Episode: Robby Berger: Inside Lebron's YouTube Golf Debut
Michael Bamberger
Veteran golf writer, guest on Golf Stuff
Golf Magazine/SI
Episode: Michael Bamberger: How Rory McIlroy Won The Masters
Wright Thompson
Author and journalist known for long-form pieces on golf and the Masters
ESPN, Golf publications
Episode: Wright Thompson: Is Augusta National's Mystique Real?

Host

Dylan Dethier
Host of Golf Stuff, affiliated with Golf Magazine

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 6 ratings
  • Good stuff!

    As a fan of the late, lamented Drop Zone I was keen to find this. Always enjoy listening to Dylan and guests(in this case Mr Bamberger) chat golf. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VancityPaul
    Canada2 months ago
  • Great!

    Insightful and fun to listen - excited for the next episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tomyaguirres
    United States2 months ago

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Insightful look at course design and golf media
Great guest list and storytelling
Thoughtful conversations about golf

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Apple Podcasts
#47
United States/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#63
Canada/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#221
United Kingdom/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#72
Germany/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#78
Australia/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#4
New Zealand/Sports/Golf

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10 Secrets from a Retiring Pro: Best (and Worst) of Life on the PGA Tour
Q: What were the biggest misconceptions about pro golf life and celebrity, and how do you really experience fame on tour?
Trainer discusses the three tiers of tour life, the intense on-camera moments for top players, and the more mundane reality for regular players, along with the mixed emotional rewards of fame.
10 Secrets from a Retiring Pro: Best (and Worst) of Life on the PGA Tour
Q: What made you decide to retire after a storied career, and what comes next for you professionally and personally?
He outlines a shift toward therapy and family life, including studying for an MFD in psychology and prioritizing home, marriage, and potentially helping others with their journeys.
10 Secrets from a Retiring Pro: Best (and Worst) of Life on the PGA Tour
Q: Today, we're gonna tackle an interesting question. What is it like to retire from the PGA Tour?
Trainer explains retirement as a transition rather than an abrupt stop, highlighting practical steps like pursuing grad school in psychology, while reflecting on the emotional and social adjustments after decades on tour.
Amy Alcott: Why the U.S. Women's Open belongs at Riviera
Q: What does it mean to you personally to see the women's tour grow into a global, well-supported tour?
Amy reflects on the shift to a global, professional landscape, the rise of foreign players, better sponsorship and pay, and how this evolution has expanded opportunities and the level of competition for American players.
Amy Alcott: Why the U.S. Women's Open belongs at Riviera
Q: What makes a US Women's Open at Riviera so special and important?
Amy explains Riviera's canyon setting, ocean-proximate holes, and the course's variety which, combined with its iconic status, elevates the championship beyond a typical major; she also notes the historical significance of hosting the event on a premier course and the atmosphere of the venue.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Drop Zone

What is The Drop Zone about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Golf-focused weekly conversation where a seasoned golf journalist chats with guests about one thoughtful question shaping the game today. Episodes blend storytelling, course design, major championships, and the evolving landscape of golf media, branding, and culture. Notable threads include the tension between tradition and accessibility in course architecture, the business of modern golf content (from YouTube golf to brand partnerships), and how personal experiences—place, history, and mentors—inform opinions on players and venues. The show often weaves in behind-the-scenes journalism, storytelling craft, and infectious enthusiasm for the game, making it appealing to listeners who crave thoughtful analysis paired with human-interest anecdo... more

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Recent guests on The Drop Zone include:

1. Amy Alcott
2. Martin Trainer
3. Sean Zak
4. Will Courchene
5. Grant Boone
6. Tom Coyne
7. Robby Berger
8. Michael Bamberger

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