Beyond the Clubhouse

Long-time Washington, DC Sports Broadcaster Chick Hernandez previews the U.S. Adaptive Open at Woodmont Country Club's South Course in Rockville, Maryland. with Garrett. We discuss the inspirational stories of the players this week, the heat/humidity factor, the course, the categories of competitors and much more.

Kelly Gorman debuts at the U.S. Adaptive Open inspired by her late grandfather Don who introduced her to golf at age 8 and Kelly shares her story of tenacity vs life's roadblocks after being born with a lower limb disability and clubfoot. Gorman persevered through social stigma of her disability in high school and played a non-adaptive sport in high school lacrosse, winning three state titles in New York. Gorman also shares the thrill she has with her cousin Jimmy Hughto on the bag and they've hundreds of rounds of golf together.

2x U.S. Adaptive Open champ Kim Moore shares what she’s learned about herself in winning the title last year, why she enjoys teaching golf to students at home in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and the message she wants to send to others with disabilities.

Four players got through the Rockville, Maryland US Ope n Final Qualifier out of 77 who competed during Golf's Longest Day on June 8 in a 36-hole qualifier. And Bryan Lee nabbed an alternate spot that was ultimately good enough to get him in to this week's U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills. Garrett spoke with all five players at Woodmont CC including medalist Jackson Suber-a PGA Tour regular, Ben Kohles-the winner just 24 hours earlier on the Korn Ferry Tour, Logan Reilly-a Northern Virginia native and Auburn sophomore who at 19 punched his ticket to his first ever US Open, Jake Sollon-a pro who competes primarily on the PGA Tour Americas, and Bryan Lee-the recent UVA grad who has now gotten into two straight U.S. Opens in two tries at Final Qualifying at ages 21 and 22.

Graeme McDowell talks with Garrett Johnston at LIV Virginia about LIV Golf 's future, the social media haters of LIV Golf & how he liked broadcasting at The Open at Portrush, & whether he sees a future in it.

LIV Golfer Thomas Detry talks about LIV Golf's uncertainty, what the last few weeks of turbulence and changes have felt like as a player, the "pretty poor" communication from LIV leadership & more.

Bryson DeChambeau talks with Garrett on Wednesday at LIV Golf Virginia in DC for Skratch Golf and the podcast about his future if LIV doesn’t last, his YouTube channel, and his frustration with his understanding of the PGA Tour’s social media policy for player content at tournaments.

Ben Griffin shared with Garrett Johnston the things he’s looking forward to about his 1st Masters and how excited his dad will be to watch him at Augusta. Griffin also discusses the influence of his grandfather on his love of golf as well as The Open Championship, this year’s PGA Championship & more.

Jacob Bridgeman joins Garrett Johnston at Bay Hill for a preview on his first Masters. Bridgeman shares stories about growing up a short drive from Augusta National and making a visit as a kid to a Masters when he was 10. He also shares what he learned playing with Rory McIlroy in the final group at Riviera when he earned his first PGA Tour win in February.

Austin Smotherman shares with Garrett in his first trip to the Arnold Palmer Invitational what he learned from his close call at the Cognizant Classic last week. The Sacramento native also gets into how his swing reacts under pressure and he shares a favorite junior golf memory from growing up and being a Little Linker at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex.

PGA Tour pro Brian Campbell shares with Garrett what his first Masters experience was like in 2025. What was the perception like compared to the reality? When did the nerves kick in? What athletes did he see on property?Interview from the Truist Championship in May 2025.

Ward Clayton, the Ediorial Director of Masters Digital, joins Garrett and we discuss the best days to attend the Masters, some of the best places on the course for great vistas and more. We also delve into Ward's book "Legendary Caddies of Augusta National" and glean from Ward what he learned about some of the best to ever walk Augusta's hallowed grounds.

Harold Varner III and Garrett talk in June 2025 at LIV Virginia about the things he’s grateful for, fatherhood lessons, mentors who have shaped his life, wanting to help others through golf and friendships, & more.

26-year-old PGA Tour player Ryan Gerard shares what went into his decision to make a last minute 10K mile journey to try and qualify for his 1st Masters. He was successful as he made a 2nd place finish at a EP World Tournament in East Africa at the Mauritius Open on December 21. Ryan also shares what it means to finally be in the Masters, his favorite memories watching it in the past, and what he's looking forward to about Masters week.

Mike Weir shared with Garrett his thoughts on being the Team International captain for this week's Sketchers World Champions Cup supporting Shriners Children's. The PGA Tour Champions veteran also shares memories of going up against Tiger Woods in competition and the joys of team golf in competitions like the Presidents Cup. Lastly, the 2004 Masters champ gave insight into one of the hardest shots at Augusta National.

President of PGA Tour Champions Miller Brady shares his thoughts on Tiger Woods in 2026 and the possibility of him playing on the over 50 Tour. We also preview some of the storylines for the Charles Schwab Cup Championship ahead for November and breakdown the new 2026 schedule that was just released. The unique offseason event-the Sketchers World Champions Cup Supporting Shriners Children's-is also discussed.

10x PGA Toiur Champions winner Steven Alker and caddie Troy Martin share how they work together and talk through each shot on the PGA Tour Champions. Troy also talks about how special it was that Steven invited him to play Pebble Beach for the first time in September.

Jason Caron, the head pro at Mill River Club in Oyster Bay, New York, shares what his unlikely ride earning his PGA Tour Champions card has been like the past year and a half and how it feels to compete against the legends over age 50 like Ernie Els, Jim Furyk and others. Jason also shares what he's looking forward to about representing the U.S. side in December's Sketchers World Champions Cup Supporting Shriners Hospitals, & more.

Ryder Cup former captain and player Thomas Bjorn joins Garrett this summer in a chat at the Senior PGA about what it's like to captain at the Ryder Cup, and what he expects from the Bethpage crowds for this Ryder Cup. Bjorn also goes on to share the things he enjoys about life on the PGA Tour Champions, now as he's in his second season on the over 50 circuit.

5x PGA Tour winner Mark Wilson shares fatherhood advice as a dad of three kids and gets into what it's like to be a rookie on the PGA Tour Champions this year at age 50.

What can we expect from a visit to the luxury resort and Pete Dye course at Keswick Hall tucked in the Blue Ridge Mountains' foothills near Charlottesville, Virginia? Director of Golf Rob McNamara shares some of the things about the course at Keswick Hall, Full Cry, that make it an enjoyable experience. Keswick Hall General Manager Louis Shapazian also joins and paints a picture of what a stay at the resort is like for visitors.

Renowned golf radio host of Talking Golf and the Sports Innerview radio show and podcast Ann Liguori joins to discuss her book Life on the Green: Lessons and Wisdom from Legends of Golf. We talk about major winners like Padraig Harrington, Jack Nicklaus as well as her passion for playing golf in Ireland.

Braden Thornberry shares what life is like as a rookie on the PGA Tour. How does he deal with Sunday pressure on the PGA Tour? What little things can his caddie do to help under critical situations? Braden explains.

Mark Immelman of CBS Sports joins Garrett in a lively conversation about Scottie Scheffler and what his ceiling is, Rory McIlroy and what the Masters win and the Portrush crowd meant & Ian Baker Finch and his upcoming retirement.

After so many close calls and heartbreaks, Garrett asks Golf Digest's Alex Myers if Tommy Fleetwood can finally come through and get a PGA Tour or major win. Alex and Garrett also discuss celebrity golfers and why they think it's so fun to watch these athletes get giddy over golf. Garrett and Alex also preview the 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush and give their picks to win in Northern Ireland.

Northern Irish native Tom McKibbin joins Garrett from LIV Virginia and we discuss all things The Open and his love of Portrush. How many times has he played the castle course and what kind of questions does it ask of competitors for the 153rd Open Championship? We also discuss the strengths of his game and why the wind is not always something he likes to deal with on links courses.

We talk all things U.S. Adaptive Open with Woodmont CC’s Director of Golf David Dorn. The South course is hosting this USGA National Championship this week and Dorn shares how it has been made more accessible of late to accommodate this championship. David also gets into why he and the club felt compelled to bring the championship to Woodmont.

2016 US Open winner Dustin Johnson joins Garrett to talk about taking on Oakmont, preparing for hard courses and the rough, how to get his putter back in gear, and The Open at Portrush.

Bryson DeChambeau talks with Garrett at LIV Virginia on expectations, his evolving game, driver testing & more. What's holding him back at The Open Championship?

Josele Ballester talks with Garrett on turning pro, joining LIIV and being added to mentor Sergio Garcia's Fireballs team. Thee U.S. Amateur champion shares wealth it means to play for Garcia. The Spaniard is a pupil of Garcia's father Victor Garcia.

Padraig Harrington chats with Garrett during the Tuesday of the Senior PGA Championship at Congressional. The 3-time major champ shares how his preparation for a new course and a major has changed from when he was an excitable 25-year-old. He also shares how both he and his caddie learn the greens at a new venue and what practice habits serve him well.

Jason Caron is the head pro at Mill River in New York but also plays full-time on the PGA Tour Champions. Garrett spoke with him at the Senior PGA Championship on how he balances his two jobs and how much of a thrill it is to compete against the hall of famers on the PGA Tour Champions.

Brennan Little, caddie for Gary Woodland did everything he could, and it paid off in. qualifying for this year's event, his first on PGA Tour Champions. Soren Kjeldsen just turned 50 last week, and now he's ready to play a major.

Xander Schauffele's caddie Austin Kaiser relives 2024 PGA Championship win with behind the scenes stories from the final day at Valhalla when Xander got his first major by one shot over Bryson DeChambeau. Austin shares how some of his peers cancelled their flights home to watch them finish and cheer them on as well.

Justin Rose joined in March before his Masters runner up and talked about the PGA Championship & its identity as well as Quail Hollow and what he expects. We also discuss his 2nd place at The Open at Troon, and look ahead briefly to the Ryder Cup.

Wyndham Clark shares thoughts on the PGA at Quail Hollow and why he plays well there. He also discusses the mental game and what kind of thinking works for him on the course.

Sky Sports and Golf Channel commentator Paul McGinley joins Garrett on the Tuesday after the Masters to discuss Rory McIlroy's big Masters win and the career grand slam. He shares how thrilled he is for Rory. He also clarifies some of the comments he got social media backlash for when he said Rory may not be everyone's cup of tea. We also look ahead to the Ryder Cup & more.

Collin Morikawa recalls his close call at the 2024 Masters and what he learned about himself contending at Augusta National. Taylor Pendrith is a Masters rookie and shares what he's looking forward to in his debut.

Masters rookies Brian Campbell and Aaron Rai share their expectations and excitement level to play in their first Masters. Both share their close connections with their fathers and what it means to have them come to the Masters, an event they've watched since childhood, and see them compete now.

Longtime SportsCenter host Michael Eaves of ESPN shares what it's like to cover the Masters and his experiences over the years there including the first time he met Jack Nicklaus. He also recalls a couple fun moments at Augusta with his colleague Scott Van Pelt.

3x Augusta National Women's Amateur participant Gianna Clemente shares what it's like to compete at Augusta with her dad Patrick on the bag. She also paints a picture of what it felt like to compete in the Drive, Chip & Putt National Finals as a 9-year-old in 2017. She returns for her 3rd ANWA this year after playing in the final group last year with winner Lottie Woad and shares what she learned from 2024 when she finished T5.

Joe Highsmith shares how much life's changed since his 1st PGA Tour win as well as the crazy number of texts he's gotten since his winning at February's Cognizant Classic. He also talks about his good friendship with mentor Fred Couples and he looks ahead to his 1st Masters.

Caddie legend Joe LaCava joins for a chat at Bay Hill about his son's 1st win as a PGA Tour caddie and how that felt to watch. LaCava also shares stories caddying for Tiger Woods in the Masters and Players and remembers what it was like to caddie for Fred Couples.

Jason Day shares thoughts on his Malbon outfits and how he and Malbon are waiting for approval from the Masters for scripting this year, after wearing a vest that was deemed 'too busy' last year. Day also shares more about the reaction to his sweatsuit at Pebble Beach and shares that he's re-united with his old coach Col Swatton recently.

Veteran golfer Rafael Campos shares what it's like to experience the ups and downs of pro golf in 15 years on. various Tours. He also shares what it's like to be a new dad and how much he's looking forward to his 1st Masters in April. Delayed gratification at age 36.

Jason Day shares what it was like to be turned down by LIV Golf, his thoughts on what makes him fulfilled in life, being a dad of 5, the Masters and how he plays Augusta National, his trip to the Australian PGA Championship and more.

3x PGA Tour winner and 12-time PGA Tour Champions winner Jerry Kelly joins to discuss what it was like to compete against Tiger Woods in his prime. We also break down current topics like slow play, TGL & Signature events on the PGA Tour and whether they are good or bad for the game.

60-year-old PGA Tour Champions player Paul Goydos shares stories from his 32-year pro career including unforgettable moments with Tiger Woods. Goydos also recalls the close friendships he's made with fellow pros on the PGA Tour Champions, and shares what life is like out there. He also recalls being paired with Donald Trump as a PGA Tour Rookie at Pebble Beach in 1993. Goydos says Trump made an ace that week at Spyglass Hill.

If you ever met golf writer Jeff Babineau, you were lucky to come across his kind, thoughtful personality. He sadly passed at age 62 on December 10. The former Golfweek writer and freelancer had an amazing ability to put golfers and the subjects of his stories at ease. His colleague Adam Schupak shares many stories and lessons Babs passed on from over the years in this episode.

In a wide ranging chat in early December, 2-time Masters champ Bernhard Langer described the emotions he's expecting to feel when he plays inn his 41st and final Masters in 2025. The 67-year-old star also explained what it feels like as a dad to share some of his PNC Championship wins w/his kids. He and son Jason are defending their title this month. Langer also shares how much longer he expects to play competitive golf on the PGA Tour Champions and why he and veteran caddie Terry Holt work so well together.