The Fried Egg Golf Podcast
Sports
About
A deeper level of golf: conversations and stories about golf course design, professional golf, and more from the team behind TheFriedEgg.com
Episodes
- 2026 PGA Championship Preview with Kevin Van Valkenburg & Joseph LaMagna
Andy Johnson is once again joined by Fried Egg Golf's Kevin Van Valkenburg and Joseph LaMagna for a comprehensive preview of the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. The three follow a traditional "…
- Pro Golf Check-In Ahead of the 2026 PGA Championship
Andy Johnson and fellow Fried Egg Golf hosts discuss the 2026 PGA Championship. They analyze course strategy for Aronimink Golf Club and review player performances, including Min Woo Lee, Bryson DeChambeau, and Viktor Hovland, as well as e…
- Live from St. Andrews - The Old Course and Fife
Andy Johnson and Matt Rouches recap their golf trip to Scotland, including rounds at the Old Course at St. Andrews. Andy also interviews golf historian Scott Macpherson about the history of the Old Course.
- Life & Content on the Korn Ferry Tour with James Nicholas
James Nicholas joins The Fried Egg Golf Podcast to discuss his experiences on the Korn Ferry Tour, including mental preparation, his background in college football, and his content creation endeavors.
- Takeaways from the 2026 Masters with Trevor Immelman
Andy Johnson and Trevor Immelman discuss the 2026 Masters Tournament. They cover Rory McIlroy's win, Scottie Scheffler's performance, and other top contenders.
- 2026 Masters Preview with Brad Faxon
Andy Johnson and Brad Faxon preview the 2026 Masters Tournament, discussing Augusta National, first-timers, and top contenders. They also share their picks for who will win the green jacket.
- Bernhard Langer on Augusta National, the “Big Five,” & His Life in Golf
Bernhard Langer discusses his golf career, including his two Masters victories, and his time on the European Tour. He also talks about sustaining success in golf into his sixties.
- Making Amazon's Rory Documentary & 10 Masters Favorites for 2026
This episode of The Fried Egg Golf Podcast features director Drea Cooper discussing the making of the Rory McIlroy documentary, including filming at Augusta National and interviewing Rory and his family. Later, Andy Johnson and PJ Clark sh…
- Takeaways from the 2026 Players Championship with Kevin Van Valkenburg & Joseph LaMagna
Andy Johnson, Kevin Van Valkenburg, and Joseph LaMagna recap the 2026 Players Championship. They discuss the course setup at TPC Sawgrass, the challenges it presented, and the winner, Cameron Young.
- Rory McIlroy Gets Honest on New Career Goals, a Ryder Cup Captaincy, and His Future in Golf
Rory McIlroy discusses his career goals, a Ryder Cup captaincy, and his future in golf. He also talks about his legacy and life after golf.
- 2026 Players Championship Preview & Fried Egg Stories: Making TPC Sawgrass
This episode of The Fried Egg Golf Podcast features a preview of the 2026 Players Championship with Andy Johnson and Sean Martin. They discuss players like Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler, and also include a re-airing of a segment about…
- Drafting a New PGA Tour Schedule
Andy Johnson, Kevin Van Valkenburg, and Joseph LaMagna discuss changes to the PGA Tour schedule. They draft their ideal 25-event schedule for 2027, deciding which events to keep and which to cut.
- Bacon & Egg on Anthony Kim, Patrick Reed, & Other Big Golf Topics
Andy Johnson and Shane Bacon discuss Anthony Kim's comeback, Patrick Reed's DP World Tour schedule for 2026, and potential PGA Tour schedule changes for next year.
- Stewart Cink on His 2009 Open Win, U.S. Ryder Cup, & More
Stewart Cink joins The Fried Egg Golf Podcast to discuss his long career, including his 2009 Open Championship win, changes in professional golf technology, and his experiences with the U.S. Ryder Cup team. He also talks about his son cadd…
- Way-Too-Early Masters Storylines for 2026
Andy Johnson, Kevin Van Valkenburg, and Joseph LaMagna provide an early look at the 2026 Masters. They discuss players to watch and debate potential contenders for the tournament.
- 2026 PGA Tour State of the Union with Trevor Immelman
Trevor Immelman joins Andy Johnson to discuss the state of the PGA Tour, including young players, Brooks Koepka's return, and the new CBS broadcast booth. Immelman also offers predictions for the 2026 season.
- Golf Architecture with Blake Conant
Andy chats with golf architect Blake Conant about his career, working with notable architects, and the history of golf architecture. They also discuss the differences between solo and team projects and answer a mailbag question.
- Koepka's Return, LIV's Future, & Storylines for 2026
This episode of The Fried Egg Golf Podcast features Andy Johnson, Kevin Van Valkenburg, and Joseph LaMagna discussing Brooks Koepka's return to the PGA Tour and the future of LIV Golf. They also share their top storylines for the 2026 men'…
- Will Zalatoris Talks Injury Comeback, Augusta National, & Much More
Will Zalatoris is interviewed about his injury comeback, Augusta National, and other topics. He discusses his health, equipment changes, and early career alongside Scottie Scheffler and Jordan Spieth.
- Yolk with Doak 46: Social Media & Golf Course Architecture, New Zealand, and Listener Questions
Tom Doak and Andy Johnson discuss social media and golf course architecture. They also talk about Tom Doak's recent work at Wild Spring Dunes and Childress Hall, and answer listener questions from Fried Egg Golf Club members.
- Renovating a Course with Jason Meersman
In this episode, Andy Johnson and Jason Meersman discuss the renovation of The Patterson Club. They cover the balance between preserving the course's history and incorporating new enhancements.
- Geoff Ogilvy on the Australian Open, Worldwide Golf, & 2026 Presidents Cup
Geoff Ogilvy discusses the Australian Open, professional golf, and the 2026 Presidents Cup on The Fried Egg Golf Podcast. He also shares his insights on Royal Melbourne and Medinah Country Club.
- 10 Years of Fried Egg Golf
Andy Johnson and the Fried Egg Golf team celebrate their tenth anniversary, reflecting on the company's beginnings, growth, favorite trips, and standout content over the past decade. They discuss brand development through the COVID pandemi…
- Scottie or Rory's Year? Answering the Biggest Questions from 2025
Andy Johnson, Kevin Van Valkenburg, and Joseph LaMagna host a year-end roundtable on men's professional golf. They discuss the Player of the Year for 2025, favorite stories, and breakout players, and preview 2026 major championships.
- Emptying the Mailbag: Latest Top 100 Rankings, Favorite Clubs, & TGL Season 2
This episode features Andy Johnson discussing Golf.com's new Top 100 Courses list and answering listener questions about golf topics. He and PJ Clark also discuss TGL's second season, favorite golf clubs, and a PGA Tour player comparison.
- Golf Architecture Mailbag: Manufacturing, Mitigating Technology, & More
Andy Johnson and Garrett Morrison answer questions about golf architecture. They discuss future course ownership models, rating nine-hole courses, and how artificial intelligence will impact golf design.
- Big Thoughts on Golf with Kevin Van Valkenburg
Andy Johnson and Kevin Van Valkenburg discuss current and future issues in golf. Topics include AI, the impending rollback, golf's first gambling scandal, and the evolution of golf media.
- Five Players from the Fall and Golf in England
Andy Johnson and Joseph LaMagna discuss five standout players from the PGA Tour's FedEx Fall. Garrett Morrison and Matt Rouches then recap their golf trip to England, including visits to Royal St. George's and Woking Golf Club.
- Old Clubs, New Courses, & Stephen Curry’s Future in Golf
Andy Johnson and Henry Shimp discuss playing a modern golf course with vintage clubs. They also cover golf course architecture, Stephen Curry's golf career, and the 2027 Ryder Cup captaincy.
- How to Play Your Best Golf with U.S. Women's Mid-Am Champ Ina Kim-Schaad
Ina Kim-Schaad, U.S. Women's Mid-Am Champ, joins Andy Johnson to discuss her golf journey and her role as a mental coach for golfers. They also talk about how to improve your golf game.
- Kapalua, Sand Hills, & 35 Years at Skokie Country Club
Andy Johnson speaks with Mark Rolfing about golf courses in Kapalua, including discussion of the PGA Tour's move from Kapalua's Plantation Course. Andy also interviews Don Cross, superintendent at Skokie Country Club, about changes in golf…
- Match Play Setups & U.S. Mid-Am Champ Brandon Holtz
Andy Johnson, Joseph LaMagna, and Garrett Morrison discuss Ryder Cup venue setups and future host sites. Andy also interviews 2025 U.S. Mid-Amateur winner Brandon Holtz about his win and amateur status in golf.
- How the U.S. Has Lost Its Way at the Ryder Cup with Johnson Wagner
Andy Johnson and Johnson Wagner discuss Team USA's performance at the 2025 Ryder Cup. They analyze the reasons for the American side's struggles in recent Ryder Cups and discuss potential future captains.
- Five Things About the 2025 Ryder Cup with Kevin Van Valkenburg
Andy Johnson and Kevin Van Valkenburg preview the 2025 Ryder Cup. They discuss major storylines, potential team strategies for Team Europe and Team USA, and highlight players to watch like Rory McIlroy, Keegan Bradley, Collin Morikawa, Vik…
- Introducing Fried Egg Guides
Andy Johnson and three Fried Egg Golf staffers introduce the new Fried Egg Guides, a feature on thefriedegg.com that offers in-depth breakdowns of golf courses and surrounding activities to help plan golf trips. This episode highlights gui…
- Walker Cup Wrap-Up & Bethpage Black Thoughts
Andy Johnson and Garrett Morrison discuss the Walker Cup at Cypress Point Club, including on-site observations, broadcast coverage, and how the course played. They also preview Bethpage Black, focusing on Garrett's visit and key holes for…
- 2025 Walker Cup at Cypress Point with Geoff Shackelford
Andy Johnson and Geoff Shackelford discuss the 2025 Walker Cup at Cypress Point. They cover the course architecture, players, and spectator advice.
- U.S. Ryder Cup Roster Reactions & PGA Tour Season Recap
Andy Johnson and Gabby Herzig discuss the U.S. Ryder Cup roster, including captain's picks and potential pairings for the American team. They also recap the 2025 PGA Tour season, highlighting favorite events and winners.
- Recapping the U.S. Amateur with Winner Mason Howell & Mid-Am Andrew Bailey
Andy Johnson provides a recap of the 2025 U.S. Amateur. He speaks with winner Mason Howell about his tournament and future golf career. Andy also talks with Andrew Bailey about the course setup at Olympic Club.
- Catching Up with Bones
Jim 'Bones' Mackay joins Andy Johnson to discuss the 2025 PGA Tour season, Scottie Scheffler's major victories, and upcoming team events. They cover the 2025 Walker Cup and the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, including Bones's Ryder Cup caddi…
- U.S. Amateur at Olympic Club & Chris Tritabaugh from Hazeltine
Andy Johnson previews the U.S. Amateur Golf Championship and discusses the Olympic Club course. He also interviews Hazeltine National Golf Club superintendent Chris Tritabaugh about the new short course, championship setups, and his career…
- 2025 Majors Recap with Joseph LaMagna
Andy Johnson and Joseph LaMagna discuss the 2025 men's major season, covering each of the four major championships and player performances. They highlight key storylines, including Rory McIlroy's Masters and Scottie Scheffler's struggles a…
- Takeaways from the 2025 Open Championship with Trevor Immelman
Trevor Immelman and Andy Johnson discuss the 2025 Open Championship. They cover Scottie Scheffler's win, his comments about golf, and a Ryder Cup preview.
- Eggsplorations: Rory McIlroy discusses golf and growing up in Northern Ireland
In this episode, Rory McIlroy discusses his upbringing in Northern Ireland, his favorite golf memories, and his early experiences at Royal Portrush and Royal County Down. He also provides insights into the recent success of Northern Irish…
- 2025 Open Championship Preview with Billy Horschel
Andy Johnson and PJ Clark preview the 2025 Open Championship at Royal Portrush. They discuss course setup, player performances, and top storylines. Billy Horschel also shares his thoughts on the field and his experiences.
- 2025 Ryder Cup Check-In
This episode features a discussion about the 2025 Ryder Cup. Guests discuss storylines, potential team rosters, and the impact of course setup at Bethpage Black for the event.
- Fairness, Championship Design, and Fields Ranch East
Andy Johnson and Garrett Morrison discuss golf architecture questions from Fried Egg Golf Club members. They cover topics such as the Fields Ranch East course, fairness in championship design, spectator experience, and the influence of Sco…
- Future of the PGA Tour, Ranking U.S. Open Venues, and Who Needs a Strong Open Championship Performance?
Andy Johnson and Joseph LaMagna discuss the PGA Tour's future with its new CEO, Brian Rolapp. They also rank U.S. Open venues and identify players who need a strong showing at the Open Championship.
- Takeaways from the 2025 U.S. Open with Trevor Immelman
Andy Johnson and Trevor Immelman discuss the 2025 U.S. Open, focusing on J.J. Spaun's win, his development, the Sunday rain delay, and the USGA's course setup at Oakmont. They also mention other players who competed.
- 2025 U.S. Open Preview with Geoff Ogilvy
Andy Johnson and Geoff Ogilvy preview the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club, discussing the course setup and mental strategies for players. They also mention potential contenders like Scottie Scheffler, Bryson DeChambeau, and Xander S…