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The Course Of Life

The Course of Life
Golf
PGA Tour
Tiger Woods
LPGA
Scottie Scheffler
College Football
LPGA Tour
Rory Mcilroy
Olympics
Frisco Bowl
Ryder Cup
Desert Fox Golf
Thanksgiving
NFL
West Virginia Mountaineers
Memphis Tigers
Masters Tournament
PGA Championship
Liv Golf
Solheim Cup

The Course of Life Podcast features two life-long golfers talking golf, sports, and pop-culture. Every week, they are joined by celebrity guests offering a new perspective on the game we love.

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Latest Episodes

Bud Cauley wins, the New York Knicks win, and a preview of the 2026 US Open.

• Bud Cauley, after 238 starts and almost losing his life in a car accident, climbs the mountain and wins the 2026 RBC Canadian Open.

• The LPGA's Dow Championship had... more

Nelly Korda wins another major, a playoff at Jack's Place, and the Internet's Cart Girl Peyton Cranford.

• Nelly Korda was calm and collected up until her around-the-world winning put at the US Women's Open.

• A playoff gave JT Poston his fourt... more

An exciting finish at Colonial, Bryson's AI help, and best selling author Alan Shipnuck.

• The Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial produced an exciting Sunday afternoon finish with a playoff victory for Russell Henley.

• Joaquin Niemann keeps ... more

Super low scores in Texas, questions about golfs future, and US Solheim Cup Angela Stanford.

• The CJ Cup Byron Nelson was suppose to be hard. It wasn't, as two different players hit 60 and the winning score was -30 as golf's angry man claimed vic... more

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Recent Guests

Alan Shipnuck
Best-selling author and award-winning golf writer
Author, journalist (RORY biography)
Episode: Best Selling Author Alan Shipnuck of RORY
Angela Stanford
LPGA veteran and Solheim Cup team captain
Team USA / LPGA
Episode: How Low Can They Go? And US Solheim Cup Captain Angela Stanford
Ryan Lenahan
Pro golfer featured on the show, connected with the Corp Bridge team
PGA/Club Pro circuit
Episode: The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink
Xander Schauffele
One of the world's best players, 2024 PGA Champion
PGA Tour
Episode: The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink
Justin Rose
Major champion with ties to the Philadelphia area
PGA Tour
Episode: The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink
Ben Kern
Club pro who made the cut at the PGA Championship (2018 and 2026)
Hickory Hills
Episode: The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink
Jesse Droemer
PGA Professional Champion, Texas-based pro
PGA
Episode: 2026 PGA Championship Preview and PGA Pro Champ Jesse Droemer
Joe Benz
CEO of WiTricity
WiTricity
Episode: Golf Blowout Victories and WiTricity CEO Joe Benz
Haley Sturgeon
PGA Pro based in Utah, qualified for PGA Championship
Utah PGA / PGA Professional Championship
Episode: The Uncertain LIV Future and Ryan Lenahan and Haley Sturgeon

Hosts

Michael Hees
Host of The Course Of Life; multiple appearances across episodes; core co-host with Alex.
Alex
Co-host of The Course Of Life; frequent partner in discussion and guest interviews.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Awesome podcast

    Hey guys! Just found this podcast and absolutely love the content and humour provided. Looking forward to each new episode and keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    McBuckets3
    Canada7 years ago
  • Delicious

    Witty banter like you read about. Interesting guests and topics with fun discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    epash00
    United States7 years ago
  • Must listen

    Even without listening to an episode yet I know this will be good and can give it 5 stars. Alex is a great dude and an awesome listen and with a co-host to play off of it’ll make it that much better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thebossisintown4
    United States8 years ago

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A solid blend of sports analysis and lifestyle chatter that's easy to binge.
Great lineup of guests and insightful golf takes.
Engaging hosts with strong chemistry and fun banter.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#169
Canada/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#185
Australia/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#241
Germany/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#36
Philippines/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#127
Austria/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#147
South Africa/Sports/Golf

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Best Selling Author Alan Shipnuck of RORY
Q: What drew you to write about Rory McIlroy and the era around LIV vs PGA Tour?
I have followed Rory's career for years and felt his life off the course—his ambitions, partnerships, and the evolving landscape around LIV—made him a compelling central figure for a biography that could resonate beyond golf fans.
The 2025 KPMG Women's PGA Championship
Q: What are your impressions of the wind and how it shaped playing Frisco this week?
The hosts discuss how persistent Texas winds altered shot making and the overall difficulty, with the architect explaining how greens and hole placements respond to wind direction to maintain challenge yet fairness.
Tommy Fleetwood Can't Win and Epson Tour Winner Mia Hammond
Q: What was going through your mind during the final rounds of the Epson Tour event?
Mia explains she stayed focused on executing and avoiding bogeys, relying on strong putting and iron play, and was surprised by how well she held in the lead as the week progressed.
Ryder Cup Teams Are Set and Boston's Morey Hershgordon
Q: What do you think Vrabel's dynamics with the media look like this season given the roster and coaching changes?
He describes Vrabel as a prepared coach with a clear North Star for the team, noting improvements in roster construction and the need to manage expectations as the season unfolds, while acknowledging some continued talent gaps.
Ryder Cup Teams Are Set and Boston's Morey Hershgordon
Q: Your thoughts on Keegan Bradley not picking himself as playing captain?
Morey expresses respect for the decision as a principled move, acknowledging the growing role of leadership and coaching over personal playing opportunities, and notes the event's increasing prominence and home-soil support which may influence the dynamic.

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What is The Course Of Life about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two lifelong golf enthusiasts host weekly conversations that blend tournament analysis, player spotlights, and pop-culture banter with celebrity guests who bring fresh perspectives on the game. Episodes commonly thread together live golf action, big-picture trends (Tour formats, LIV dynamics, major championships), and behind-the-scenes travel and lifestyle notes, all delivered in a light, humorous voice. Noteworthy is the recurring integration of guest interviews—from authors and pros to industry observers—alongside practical travel tips and personal anecdotes that make the show feel approachable for fans and aspiring guests alike.

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Recent guests on The Course Of Life include:

1. Alan Shipnuck
2. Angela Stanford
3. Ryan Lenahan
4. Xander Schauffele
5. Justin Rose
6. Ben Kern
7. Jesse Droemer
8. Joe Benz

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