Best Sportsandrecreation Podcasts (2024)

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An Epic U.S. Open Recapped from the Ecco House 1:40:18

1h ago1:40:18

1:40:18

An all-time U.S. Open finish, one where Andy and Brendan spent the whole afternoon chasing the final two groups, demanded the beefiest of episodes. The two jump right into it, going in-depth on watching Bryson DeChambeau, Rory McIlroy, and all that Pinehurst provided both as a course and venue for this epic championship. They discuss Bryson’s incre…

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U.S. Open Saturday from the Ecco House 40:07

19m ago40:07

40:07

Andy and Brendan are in after a full afternoon chasing the contenders at the U.S. Open and they empty the notebook with 18 more holes to play. They run through some contenders, pretenders, and recount their days following Bryson, Rory, Pavon!, and more. They discuss how the course played and if it will be harder, easier, or the same for the final r…

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U.S. Open Friday from the Ecco House 48:50

28m ago48:50

48:50

We’re at the midpoint of the U.S. Open and Andy and Brendan are bouncing into the weekend with delight at how Pinehurst has played, the status of their games within the game, an improved parking situation, and a strong leaderboard. They discuss their days following some balling superstars (Rory, Bryson) and struggling superstars (Scottie), and how …

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U.S. Open Thursday from the Ecco House 36:32

30m ago36:32

36:32

Andy and Brendan are giddy after a day shuffling through the sandhills of Pinehurst at the U.S. Open. They get back to the Ecco House to recount all their observations on how the course was playing, a stacked leaderboard, a coach inserting himself into the championship, Rory and Cantlay's 65s, some grumpy players bombing, and much more. There are m…

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A U.S. Open preview from the Ecco House in Pinehurst 1:17:33

1h ago1:17:33

1:17:33

Andy and Brendan are together again, this time in the Sandhills of North Carolina for the 2024 U.S. Open. They are posted up at the Ecco House after a full day walking around Pinehurst No. 2, acquiring scuttlebutt about the course, USGA, conditions, and other miscellany. They discuss some early-week alarmist comments from the players about the cour…

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Episode 127 - A Fond Farewell from Your Hosts 1:02:45

3h ago1:02:45

1:02:45

Hosts Eve, Chris, and Jeremy reminisce about their favorite podcast memories and share why they've decided to retire from podcasting. Join us for this ALMOST tear-filled final episode of We Run the Desert podcast. Thank you for listening!By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

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Scottie’s dominant, Rahm’s injured and unsubstantiated rumors from Pinehurst 58:35

5d ago58:35

58:35

This Monday episode is full of life as U.S. Open week at Pinehurst arrives. It’s victory Monday for Brendan and the Cleeks as well as for Andy, who revels in Ernie going back-to-back on the Champs Tour and putting Steve Stricker in a body bag in front of his home crowd. They are also joined by Joseph LaMagna, which is cause to talk about their own …

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Memorial ennui, PIF-PGA Tour progress, and Tommy Tolles facts 1:04:03

21h ago1:04:03

1:04:03

It is Friday! Summer Friday hours are back. Andy and Brendan begin with an unplanned chat on the Memorial Tournament, where it falls in the schedule, if it’s lost luster, and what the ideal scenario is for it going forward as all they want to do is turn their eyes to Pinehurst. Then they get to some random cleanup, on recent drone disturbances at p…

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LIV discontent, Xander takes aim at Jay, Sun Day Red melodrama 59:19

9d ago59:19

59:19

This Wednesday episode bounces all over the place with no real flow or plan. Andy and Brendan begin with a few unsubstantiated rumors, discuss the power of Dan Pohl, the absurd equipment advantages of today, and read some tweets from the Sun Day Red account. Then they get into some scuttlebutt on a couple LIV topics, namely an endangered species an…

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How Mayhem Sent 33 Athletes to the Games THIS WEEK // The Rich Froning Podcast 035 1:08:28

7d ago1:08:28

1:08:28

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U.S. Women’s Open rota, Canada drone disturbance, and eyebrow-raising PGA Tour Board interview 53:37

5d ago53:37

53:37

Andy and Brendan come in fresh off the weekend with lots of meaningful golf to digest. So naturally, they start with the Champions Tour and Caleb Williams prognostications. Then they eventually get to Yuka Saso’s U.S. Women’s Open win at Lancaster, where she put it into overdrive on the back nine of a course that provided a “championship test” as i…

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Scheffler freed, Massacres at U.S. Women’s Open, and Nelly discourse 53:36

8d ago53:36

53:36

This May featured a first of the month recording AND a last of the month recording. What a blessing! As such, Andy and Brendan are giddy heading into the weekend. They begin with some questions about graduation over-saturation and airline travel complaint ove-saturation. Then they get to some of the great scorecard disasters at the U.S. Women’s Ope…

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Oh Canada, NCAA heavyweight fight, and USWO preview: Whiparound Wednesday Medley 1:15:06

10d ago1:15:06

1:15:06

Is Tim Horton’s actually not good? How did Auburn golf become a powerhouse? Do we have to actually talk "Lexi Legacy" during this U.S. Women’s Open? This medley episode covers three events this week with a trio of guests. Meg Adkins of Fried Egg Golf jumps on before her trip to Lancaster for the USWO to discuss Nelly, Lexi, Lancaster, and a USWO “i…

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The death of Grayson Murray and a weekend wrap 43:09

11d ago43:09

43:09

Andy and Brendan begin this Monday episode with the painful news of the death of Grayson Murray. They discuss the reaction to it across the golf landscape and his parents' impactful statement. If you are struggling, the 988Helpline is there as an immediate, 24/7 resource. They then discuss some the golf results from the weekend, beginning with Colo…

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Episode 126 - Tips and Tricks for Terrain Transitions 43:42

12d ago43:42

43:42

Co-host Jeremy and Coach Eve talk transitioning training and racing terrains - either from trail to road or vice versa - including what to expect in multiple training modalities, adjusting expecations, and tips for success!By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

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Scheffler “crime scene” video, Blockie meets Andy, and SGS Golf Advice 57:04

14d ago57:04

57:04

It’s Friday! And heading into a holiday weekend no less! Andy and Brendan are bubbly due to the circumstances. They’re also eager to talk about Andy’s big day with Blockie and his experience playing in the Colonial Pro-Am. There are some amusing details from the day, like his movements in player dining with big Jay nearby, an encounter with the Tow…

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What Happened in Europe // The Rich Froning Podcast 034 1:20:58

16d ago1:20:58

1:20:58

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Andy’s pro-am with Blockie, PIF-PGA Tour drama, and Valhalla fallout 51:36

17d ago51:36

51:36

This Wednesday episode is punchy, and it begins with a travel tale from Andy that had him quickly tucking his tail between his legs in Fort Worth ahead of his big pro-am round with Michael Block. Brendan has a lot of questions about his prep, what tees he’s playing, and what he expects to ask him. They also talk about some of the Valhalla fallout w…

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PGA Championship Sunday: Xander, Bryson, and Hov go crazy at Valhalla 1:19:15

20d ago1:19:15

1:19:15

Andy and Brendan put a bow on PGA Championship week with the last of their daily episodes. They begin with Xander Schauffele, a house cat no more? They discuss X-man’s play in the final hour that edged Bryson by a shot at the very last. They discuss where he’s at in his career and what could be next. Then they hand out grades for some of the main c…

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PGA Championship Saturday: Contenders & Pretenders at a Birdiefest 46:44

20d ago46:44

46:44

Andy and Brendan begin this Saturday episode thrilled about the final round possibilities for the PGA Championship, but with some laments on how we got there. They discuss the “simulation” golf that Valhalla has produced through 54 holes, including a Saturday scoring fest that was among the lowest in its history. They wonder if Ted Scott is the key…

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PGA Championship Friday: Scottie Scheffler’s Arrest Ball 66 49:08

21d ago49:08

49:08

Andy and Brendan jump on for their traditional five-year-running daily podcast episode during major weeks, but this was a major day unlike any they’ve covered since starting SGS. They begin with tragic loss of John Mills, a security guard who was killed working the PGA Championship. They discuss some first hand accounts of the safety issues observe…

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Thursday at the PGA Championship: Dartboard Valhalla and Stars Shine 37:24

22d ago37:24

37:24

It’s a major week, so that means daily podcasts for the fifth straight year of PGA Championships on the Shotgun Stat. Even if the scoring and setup don’t really feel like a major. Andy and Brendan begin their Thursday episode discussing some early amusements from the day, including the club pro named Bowser sort of looking like a Bowser. They offer…

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PGA Championship Preview: Rory, Scottie, Brooksy, Blockie (and Tour Board upheaval) 1:14:28

26d ago1:14:28

1:14:28

Andy and Brendan convene for this PGA Championship preview that was an attempt to be live that quickly became marred by technical difficulties. They begin with what has already been an insanely eventful week for Rory McIlroy, Tiger Woods, Scottie Scheffler, and the PGA Championship. Michael Block, however, began his week with a thunderstorm jamming…

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Episode 125 - The pros and cons of social media and running with Chris Morrison 48:55

26d ago48:55

48:55

Local runner and social media influencer Chris Morrison chats about how building an online network of friends has helped him to make an impact in the community and how it ultimately led him to find his passion in Trail Running.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

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Rory’s happy hunting in Charlotte, Housecat behaviors, and Blockie SZN arrives 53:11

27d ago53:11

53:11

Andy and Brendan roll into another major week with pro golf on a bit of high following impressive wins by Rory McIlroy and Rose Zhang. But first, Blockie. They didn’t intend to go there, but they react to some early scenes of Michael Block’s arrival at the PGA, the threshold for getting a “Miracle” documentary made about you, and some props for the…

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Chaotic and directionless PGA Tour, Xander’s “free” relief, and SGS Golf Advice 55:22

29d ago55:22

55:22

It’s Friday! Andy and Brendan are full of energy, joy, and anger for this episode ahead of Mother’s Day and a major championship week. They begin with some Mother’s Day gift mishaps and plans before getting to the Wells Fargo Championship, where Xander Schauffele is your leader after an all-time “lucky” drop situation. There’s outrage and confusion…

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CrossFit Games Controversy & Semis Preview Show // The Rich Froning Podcast 033 1:30:04

1M ago1:30:04

1:30:04

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NBC’s plan for U.S. Open, PGA Tour board fights, and In-Out-Alt 59:40

1M ago59:40

59:40

This Wednesday episode is bursting at the seams with some unsubstantiated rumors, some in-out-alternate, PGA Tour board fights, LIV exemption roulette, and some quotes from the head of NBC golf about their plans for the U.S. Open. Andy and Brendan begin there, with news that the LPGA event, where Nelly Korda goes for her sixth straight win, will be…

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A PGA Tour product flop, Koepka’s case, and NBC’s future booth 52:51

1M ago52:51

52:51

It is Victory Monday for Brendan and his Cavs, but there is not much else to rejoice about in this episode. Andy is home from Bandon and he has some thoughts on his trip there. Then they get to just a tough, tough scene for the PGA Tour product in the CJ Cup Byron Nelson at Craig Ranch. They are both down and despondent about it, but congratulatory…

2M ago24:17

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Nelly and Scottie dominance, Slow play angst, and Billy Boy the ‘Show Pony’ 59:19

2M ago59:19

59:19

It’s a true Monday episode thanks to the PGA Tour’s refusal to move up Sunday tee times with storms forecasted, arriving, and then pushing the Heritage finish to Monday morning. They begin there, fresh off watching Scottie Scheffler move his way around a windy Harbour Town for a fourth win in five starts. They marvel at the achievement while also p…

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The Drive for 5, PGA Tour Board meets Theo Epstein, and Heritage troubles 53:55

2M ago53:55

53:55

Andy and Brendan close out an all-time week with the usual Friday ramble that begins with some of the reentry to home life issues following 10 days away at the Masters and Augusta. Then they get to early action from the Chevron, including Nelly’s push for five, whether to jump in an alligator-infested pond, and if this major kinda stinks. On the RB…

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Brendan plays Augusta, Rory-LIV rumors, and In-Out-Alt for Puntacana 1:22:16

2M ago1:22:16

1:22:16

Andy and Brendan are back home after another incredible week in Augusta that went one extra day for BP. That’s the cause for this beefy Wednesday episode, as Andy peppers him with some questions about his Monday round at Augusta National. They discuss his best shots, worst shots, unexpected encounters, and favorite memories from an all-time experie…

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Episode 123 - When a Runner Loses Their Why 45:28

2M ago45:28

45:28

Co-Host Chris and Coach Eve revisit not finishing and not starting races, mull over when they'll race again, and talk candidly about the struggle with a new type of balance as their relationships with running evolve.By Jeremy, Chris, and Coach Eve

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Sunday at the Masters: Scottie suffocates the field, more scuttlebutt, and Augusta delivers 1:16:50

2M ago1:16:50

1:16:50

Andy and Brendan are back at the Draddy House in Augusta for one final Masters week episode. They are juiced up after watching Scottie Scheffler win his second green jacket in three years. They discuss the champion at length, his golf, his inevitability, some cross-sport comps, and how he grinds down any challengers who might threaten. They also ha…

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Saturday at the Masters: Scottie’s world, Bryson on tilt, Collin’s ascent 54:40

2M ago54:40

54:40

Andy and Brendan are in from another full, wonderful day scampering around Augusta National. They have plenty of golf insights and analysis, as well as the usual mix of random and amusing stories talking to fans, media, and associated stakeholders. They discuss their time following Bryson, Max, Scottie, Ludvig, Collin, and more. Is Bryson completel…

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Friday at the Masters: Bryson, Tiger, Zatch’s cursing, and a notebook full of stories 55:06

2M ago55:06

55:06

An absolutely JAMMED episode covers a full day of windswept golf at the Masters for Andy and Brendan. They discuss their days following Tiger, who set a made-cut streak record, and Bryson, who sits on the 36-hole lead alongside Scottie and Max Homa. They have two notebooks full of rumors, substantiated and otherwise, and tons of amusing stories abo…

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Thursday at the Masters: Windy pants and Thicc bois 40:14

2M ago40:14

40:14

We have (almost) one round in the books at the 2024 Masters and Brendan and Andy have a notebook full of amusements and insights from the ground to go over from Thursday. They begin with “story time” on Si Woo, Peppy Peter, Gary Player, and go over three nominees for “Thirstbucket Thursday” after getting some intel in Augusta. Then they discuss the…

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A Bonus Live Episode from the Draddy House in Augusta 32:47

2M ago32:47

32:47

Andy and Brendan convened with a live gathering at the official B. Draddy House in Augusta National for this extra Wednesday night episode ahead of first shots at the Masters. They are joined at the start by both Taylor Moore, who will start his second Masters this week, and Billy Draddy, a founder and creative director at B.Draddy and Summit Golf …

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The FULL Story of Team Quarterfinals // The Rich Froning Podcast 030 1:12:55

2M ago1:12:55

1:12:55

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A Masters Preview from the Draddy House in Augusta 1:25:48

2M ago1:25:48

1:25:48

Andy and Brendan have been at Augusta National for the past three days filling the notebook with tips, rumors both substantiated and unsubstantiated, listening to a range of players’ press conferences, and gathering insights on the course. It all comes together in this rambling Masters preview from the Draddy House. They discuss whose stock is up a…

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Spieth’s roof ball, Nelly dominance, Akshay’s arrival, and Augusta scuttlebutt 59:14

2M ago59:14

59:14

Andy and Brendan are together again at the Draddy House in Augusta. They are bursting with enthusiasm for the coming week and off a great Sunday of golf from Nelly’s outrageous 4th straight win, wild playoffs on both the PGA Tour and LIV, and a great ANWA finish. But first! They have some cleanup to do on the big New York Golf Club rollout that’s b…

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