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PGA Tour
Golf
Ryder Cup
Tiger Woods
Scottie Scheffler
LIV Golf
U.S. Open
Rory Mcilroy
Scotty Scheffler
PGA Championship
WM Phoenix Open
NFL
Masters
Walker Cup
Corn Fairy Tour
Masters Tournament
Pinehurst No. 2
Bryson Dechambeau
Gambling
Country Music

GOLF’s Subpar, hosted by former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his long time friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz, pairs colorful segments with in-depth sit-down interviews with the game’s biggest personalities. It will be available across GOLF.com’s platforms every Tuesday.

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On this week's episode of Subpar, Colt Knost and Drew Stoltz are joined by Emmy-winning sports broadcaster Joe Buck. The host of ESPN Jeopardy! reveals what we can expect from the new show, the lessons he took away from Johnny Miller's criticism of h... more

On this week's episode of Subpar, Colt Knost and Drew Stoltz are joined by one of the world's premiere sports psychologists Julie Elion. Having worked with half of golf's top 10 career earners, she explains what drew her to the mental aspect of golf ... more

On this week's episode of Subpar, Colt Knost and Drew Stoltz recap Aaron Rai's shocking 31 on the back 9 to close things out at Aronimink, Colt's experience playing Trout National and Merion during his trip to Philly and how Drew has once again progr... more

On this week's episode of Subpar, Colt Knost and Drew Stoltz are joined by 3-time PGA Tour winner Johnson Wagner at the Truist Championship. The on-course reporter for CBS Sports talks how he's adjusting to his new role covering the PGA Tour, his fav... more

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Recent Guests

Julie Elion
Sports psychologist and performance coach; author
Cape Center for Athletic Performance Enhancement; Author of Mastering Your Mental Game
Episode: Sports Psychologist Julie Elion explains how she came to work with some of golf's all-time greats, her reaction to client Wyndham Clark's win at the CJ Cup
Gary Williams
Host and golf media veteran, Five Clubs host, SiriusXM guest
Golf Channel, SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio
Episode: Live from the Truist Championship with special guest Gary Williams
Chaz Bowker
Breakout creator known as Chaz 100; adaptive golf advocate
Adaptive golf community, creator
Episode: Chaz Bowker on his break out at the Internet Invitational, becoming a YouTube star
Sean Payton
Head coach, Denver Broncos; former NFL coach
Denver Broncos
Episode: Sean Payton talks having Jordan Spieth in his NFL Draft War Room, caddying for Ryan Palmer at the Zurich Classic
Steve Sands
Broadcaster for NBC Golf Channel, noted for Augusta coverage
NBC / Golf Channel
Episode: 2026 Masters Preview: Steve Sands on how Phil Mickelson helped shape his career at Augusta National, his photo with Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer and Gary Player
Clayton Keller
Olympic gold medalist, Team USA hockey
Utah Mammoth, Team USA
Episode: Reacting to Gary Woodland's incredible victory and Tiger Woods' arrest in Florida | Team USA's Clayton Keller joins to talk winning Olympic Hockey Gold
John Smoltz
MLB Hall of Famer, commissioner of The PRO Rivals Open
The PRO
Episode: John Smoltz talks playing Augusta National with Tiger Woods and being named Commissioner of The PRO Tour
Brent Rooker
Two-time MLB All-Star, Oakland Athletics outfielder, golf enthusiast
Oakland Athletics
Episode: MLB All-Star Brent Rooker compares Scottie Scheffler's dominance to Shohei Ohtani's and reveals his favorite courses to play on the road
Pat Monahan
Lead singer and primary songwriter of Train
Train
Episode: Train frontman Pat Monahan talks his private golf lesson from Tiger Woods, breaking 80 at Augusta National

Hosts

Colt Knost
Colt Knost, former PGA Tour pro, co-host with long-time friend; known for insightful golf commentary and banter.
Drew Stoltz
Drew Stoltz, on-course rival turned co-host; brings deep knowledge of golf media and event storytelling.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Golf show

    I’ve been looking for a golf show I can relate too that has humor, comedy, but also speaking of fun golf! Enjoying the few episodes I’ve listened too

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cbasss11
    United States3 months ago
  • Subpar pod

    Good guests but they lean way too hard into the “golf’s only fun if you’re wasted and blasting music” ideology. Sick of hearing about birdie juice.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Pappa Dogg
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Let’s All Make It Better

    Hi guys. Just a quick note to help improve your show. Have you considered not using profanity? When you swear, etc., you reduce the credibility of whatever you say. But when you don’t, your words are held with more respect by others. When I hear profanity in this, or any other podcast, it just gets disappointing because profanity is the common denominator that automatically lowers the bar. Why not keep the bar high and maintain what golf is, the game with the highest integrity.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Work With Your Hands
    United States6 months ago
  • Stop with the non-golfer interviews (Riggs is not a golfer)

    Guys, I love your show, but enough with the interviews of the non-golfer, guys you meet at member guests interviews. It’s a golf podcast, so we want to hear interviews with real golfers, coaches (of golf), golf announcers. I don’t care about Riggs, I do t care about former NFL, NBA (except Barkley because his Charles), NHL players who have taken up golf in retirement. Couldn’t care less about some hack like Riggs who is an “influencer”. No criticisms of the show and no disrespect or negativity ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    JNo13106
    United States7 months ago
  • Colt is insufferable

    Colt is a has-been trying to make a living hacking it as a “media personality”. If you want to lose IQ points, listen to this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TrapLord7654
    United States7 months ago

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Guests often praised for access and candor, though some notes on production quality and tone.
Listeners appreciate the blend of humor and deep golf knowledge.
The show is seen as a must-listen for golf fans who enjoy behind-the-scenes stories and industry insights.

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#7
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#6
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#34
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#233
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#13
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Johnson Wagner talks his MOST REGRETTABLE shot re-creation attempt, his new on course reporter role with CBS
Q: How did you first get involved with shot recreation on air?
I was inspired by earlier on-course pieces and worked with the production team to recreate memorable shots, starting with a Rory drop and evolving into a broader practice that fans could connect with.
Chaz Bowker on his break out at the Internet Invitational, becoming a YouTube star
Q: When did you first realize creator content could be a viable path for you?
I started to see the potential after getting involved with Josh Kelly, meeting other creators, and getting invited to the Internet Invitational; the Callaway and Barstool connections then solidified that this could be a real direction for me.
Sean Payton talks having Jordan Spieth in his NFL Draft War Room, caddying for Ryan Palmer at the Zurich Classic
Q: Can you share the story of the War Room with Spieth and Palmer during the draft year
He recounts the 2017 moment where Spieth and Palmer joined, how the caddy interactions and rehab moments unfolded, and how it highlighted the importance of collaboration and leadership under pressure.
Sean Payton talks having Jordan Spieth in his NFL Draft War Room, caddying for Ryan Palmer at the Zurich Classic
Q: What is the draft prep process like during a Draft Week as it relates to the Zurich Classic teams you've worked with?
Payton explains the preseason and draft-week workflow, including board stacking, player evaluation, and cross-team comparison, emphasizing how the process ramps up with scouts in the building and the rapid shifts as boards get finalized.
2026 Masters Preview: Steve Sands on how Phil Mickelson helped shape his career at Augusta National, his photo with Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer and Gary Player
Q: How did Steve Sands get into TV?
He describes a formative moment with his college professor who encouraged him to pursue broadcasting; a long, winding path through Colorado State and eventual opportunities with the Golf Channel, NBC, and key mentors.

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Relaxed, funny, and deeply informed about golf culture, this show blends playful banter with long-form interviews from major figures in golf and adjacent sports. Recent episodes spotlight broadcasters, players transitioning to media roles, and cross-sport personalities who bring unique perspectives on competition, branding, and performance. A recurring strength is the chemistry between two hosts who tap into insider stories, while diverse guests—from PGA Tour veterans to athletes in other sports and media personalities—keep the conversation wide-ranging and entertaining. Listeners often praise the show's storytelling, guest access, and behind-the-scenes golf world color, though some critiques center on tonal consistency and production issue... more

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Recent guests on Subpar include:

1. Julie Elion
2. Gary Williams
3. Chaz Bowker
4. Sean Payton
5. Steve Sands
6. Clayton Keller
7. John Smoltz
8. Brent Rooker

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