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The Upshot
by Ultiworld
The Upshot is Ultiworld Disc Golf's news and analysis podcast, hosted by Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield. From the business of disc golf to the most compelling competition, The Upshot breaks down the biggest topics in the sport.
Episodes
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USDGC/TP Recap, Calvin Heimburg, Powerball Cup Preview
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the USDGC and Throw Pink after a conversation with Calvin Heimburg after his second career major win. They discuss Calvin’s legacy and then look ahead to the Powerball Cup. 0:00 USDGC & Throw Pink Reactions 6:30 Calvin Heimburg on the Win, Recovering...
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USDGC/TP Preview Pt. 2
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the United States Disc Golf Championship and Throw Pink Women's Disc Golf Championship! They talk about one reason why players will win -- and one reason they won't. 0:00 USDGC & TP Preview, Qualifying 11:00 One & One: Throw Pink 30:30 One &...
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USDGC Preview Pt. 1, Jonathan Poole
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield start getting ready for the USDGC and Throw Pink with part one of two of their preview shows! USDGC Event Director Jonathan Poole stops by to talk about the tournament and this year's news before the guys look back at 2025, discuss the course and its changes,...
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MVP Recap, Sintija Klezberga
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in MVP Open champ Sintija Klezberga for her first-ever podcast interview and discuss the final playoff event before USDGC/TP and the Powerball Cup. They discuss all the qualifiers for the Powerball Cup and talk about the weather-impacted weekend. 0:00...
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MVP Preview, Steve Dodge, Wildcard Picks
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the MVP Open, the final DGPT playoff event before the Tour Championship! They talk with MVP Open Event Director Steve Dodge and also make their wildcard picks for which players will claim spots at the Powerball Cup. 0:00 MVP Open Tomorrow…
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Top 5 GMC Storylines, Raven Newsom
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk through the top five storylines from the Green Mountain Championships after interviewing Raven Newsome following his first career tour win. 0:00 Raven Newsom Interview 10:40 Mindset Under Pressure, Transitioning to MVP 20:30 Final Thoughts on Raven 26:30...
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DGPT Playoffs, GMC Preview
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield preview the DGPT Playoffs and get you what you need to know about the qualification process, the points on the line, and how a player could make a run to the DGPT Championship. They also get you ready for the Green Mountain Championships up in Vermont on Fox…
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Eveliina New #1, Mailbag
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield dive deep into the renaissance of Eveliina Salonen and her remarkable performance since KCWO. She's now the new #1 in the PDGA World Rankings after her Worlds win. Then the guys open up a ton of mail from the inbox. 0:00 Salonen New FPO World #1 20:00 Mailbag!...
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2027 DGPT Schedule, Jeff Spring, Idlewild Rules
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the newly released DGPT schedule for 2027 and welcome in DGPT CEO Jeff Spring for an interview. They also talk the latest ratings update, dig into the Idlewild rules controversy involving Mauri Villmann, and more. 0:00 Idlewild Recap, 2027 DGPT…
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Worlds Reax Reax, Silas Schultz
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss a wild World Championships in this week's show! They react to their immediate reax from Sunday night and consider some more measured takes after a few days to absorb everything. They also interview new world champ Silas Schultz after his first-ever…
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Worlds Preview Pt. 2
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS! From their picks to hot takes to burning questions, they break down all the angles for the biggest tournament of the season. 0:00 FPO Preview, Betting Odds 17:30 Who Needs to Win, Dark Horses, Legacies 27:45 Other...
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Preserve Dubs Recap, Worlds Preview Pt. 1
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the top five stories from Preserve Doubles before a quick 30 second rule and then a deep dive into Worlds, including the courses, players' history at Toboggan, and more. 0:00 Top 5 Preserve Doubles Storylines 26:00 30 Second Rule 42:00 Pro Worlds...
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Preserve Doubles Preview, Tom Odegaard
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for a brand new DGPT event: Bring Your Own Doubles! The Preserve is playing host to a fun new format (two rounds of best shot doubles, one round of alternate shot). They welcome in TD Tom Odegaard to get the scoop on the course changes and what…
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Discmania Challenge Rapid Reax
In a special episode this week, get a free listen to the Inside The Circle subscriber bonus segment — the DMC Rapid Reax! Recorded live in the Ultiworld DG Discord on Sunday night, the show features a recap of DMC, some household names, and more. Subscribe to Ultiworld DG to get ITC shows after...
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DMC Preview, Ty Tannatt
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield preview the Discmania Challenge and welcome in TD Ty Tannatt to discuss this year's event, notable course changes at Pickard Park, and more. 0:00 DGPT Mid-Year Update 11:00 Ty Tannat on Discmania Challenge, Building a Large Purse 26:00 DMC Course Changes…
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Ledgestone Recap, Luke Taylor
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the Ledgestone Open and welcome in Luke Taylor for an interview after his first career DGPT win! They also discuss Eveliina's dominant final round and dig into her stats. 0:00 Luke Taylor's First DGPT Win 20:25 Taylor Joins The Show 53:20 Final MPO...
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Ledgestone Preview, Nate Heinold, Mailbag
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the resumption of the US-based Disc Golf Pro Tour with Ledgestone this weekend! They talk to TD Nate Heinold about Ledgestone as well as Worlds, plus the end of his PDGA Board tenure. They also open up some mailbag.
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This or That?
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield dive into a variety of topics and decide -- This or That? 0:00 Mulligan, Fantasy Teams, Calvin vs Ricky 16:00 MPO Worlds Winner, Finns vs the World, Missy vs Ohn Career Earnings 33:00 FPO Next Winners, Who Signs Buhr?, Champions Landing Preview
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USWDGC Recap, 30 Second Rule
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the US Women's Disc Golf Championship, including some shocking stats. They dive into more of the young talent coming up on tour as well. Plus: a jam-packed 30 Second Rule segment. 0:00 The USWDGC Experience, Saarinens' Comeback 29:45 Logistics...
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Heinola, Gannon Ratings Record, USWDGC Preview
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down Gannon Buhr's all-time ratings record alongside a recap of the last European DGPT stop, the Heinola Open. Then the guys get you ready for a Mountain Major -- the 2026 US Women's Disc Golf Championship! 0:00 Ratings Updates: Buhr, MPO, FPO 16:30 Buhr...
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Ale Recap, Brodie Smith, Rule Changes
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Ale Open before talking with Brodie Smith about his disc sports career, what's next for him, and where he plans to go from here in disc golf. They also look at the proposed PDGA rule changes before previewing the Heinola Open, the last DGPT event...
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Mailbag, Ale Open Preview
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk the Ale Open and make their picks, plus they open up a bunch of listener mail in the mailbag.
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Swedish Open MPO Recap
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the return to the top of a DGPT event from Eagle McMahon and look at some of what happened around the last time Eagle won at the 2022 European Open.
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Swedish Open FPO Recap
In a special shorter format, Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap a tremendous FPO battle at the 2026 Swedish Open, discuss Silva Saarinen's season and stats, and consider what Kristýna Jurčíková could become.
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European Open Recap, Gannon Buhr
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the European Open and some eye-popping stats about the champions, Gannon Buhr and Eveliina Salonen. They also talk with Gannon Buhr about the win, his upcoming contract negotiations, and more. Plus: Swedish Open picks! 0:00 Buhr's Dominant Win, Wysocki...
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European Open Preview, Cost of Touring
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the President's Cup before tackling a sobering post from Jessica Gurthie about the cost of touring. The guys dig into the numbers and try to sort out a solution. Then they preview the European Open, taking place in Estonia for the first time. They make...
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European Swing Preview with Esa-Pekka Tupala
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield are joined by Esa-Pekka Tupala to discuss the upcoming European swing, which kicks off with the Parnu Open, a EuroTour event, before next week's European Open, the second major of the season. They talk storylines this season, what to expect from these events,...
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Northwest Champs Recap
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the Northwest (Disc Golf) Championships from a variety of angles. Plus, an early Worlds preview, 30 Second Rule, #PurseWatch, and picks. 0:00 Northwest Championship Recap, Buhr Unstoppable 10:00 Eagle's Comeback, I. Robinson's Challenges 18:45…
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Jeff Spring, NW Championships Preview, Cascade Challenge
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk about the Cascade Challenge, Silva Saarinen, and Eagle McMahon before welcoming in DGPT CEO Jeff Spring to talk about the upcoming DGPT+ Northwest Championships and the state of the Tour. They also preview the NWC and make their picks. 0:00 Cascade...
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OTB Recap, PMF's Zach Smith
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the OTB Open and talk about some fascinating stats for the top pros. They also interview the Paul McBeth Foundation Executive Director Zach Smith about the organization and the upcoming Throw for More fundraiser. 0:00 Heimburg Tops Buhr For Another…
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Paul Ulibarri, Sean Jack & Shawn Mercy, OTB Open Preview
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield have a rare double interview show, where they talk to Paul Ulibarri after his first-ever DGPT win at the Open at Austin before chatting with The Seans (Sean Jack and Shawn Mercy), the TDs of the OTB Open. They get you their OTB Open picks as well! 0:00 College...
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10 Year Anniversary Episode!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield welcome in past co-hosts Steve Hill and Jamie Thomas for a special 10 year anniversary show, looking back on a decade of the Upshot. They talk about the biggest stories, the controversies, the nicknames, and a whole lot more. 0:00 Origins, Evolutions, & Eras...
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Open at Austin Recap
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap a thrilling Barbasol Open at Austin, the first DGPT+ event of the season. From Uli's return to the top of an Elite Series for the first time in 15 years to Ohn's continued excellence, they break down the tournament from multiple angles. 0:00 Open at…
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Mailbag, Open at Austin Preview
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield open up some listener mail about Texas tournaments, talk about Nate Heinold's impending departure from the PDGA Board, and more. Then they discuss this weekend's Open at Austin, the first DGPT+ event of the season, and make their picks! 0:00 Random Sports...
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Trash Panda's Jesse Steadman, Waco
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield talk with Trash Panda founder Jesse Steadman about the all-recycled plastic disc manufacturer and its amazing growth since 2020. They also discuss Waco, the first Jomez tour stop. 0:00 Jesse Steadman on the Origins of Trash Panda 12:00 Challenges in Disc...
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KCWO Wrap-Up, Buy/Sell/Hold
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield wrap up the discussion of the Kansas City Wide Open, including Eveliina Salonen's big comeback, Cole Redalen's first win of 2026, the weather controversy, and TIME EXTENSIONS. Then they buy, sell, and hold player stocks after more than a quarter of the season.
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Jonesboro Recap, Casey White, KC Wide Open Preview
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the Jonesboro Open, including Henna's first-ever Tour win, before diving into some disc golf drama. Then they preview the Kansas City Wide Open with surprise guest Casey White!
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Mailbag, Levi Stout, Jonesboro Preview
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield open up some listener mail about the Champions Cup and time violations before interviewing New Zealander Levi Stout about his upcoming tour. He gets started at Jonesboro Open, which the guys get you ready for (and make their picks). 0:00 Mailbag: Marshals &...
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Champions Cup Recap, Niklas Anttila
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield break down the Champions Cup, the first major of the 2026 season! From Finland's dominance to Silva's comeback to time extensions, they discuss the tournament at length. Plus, an interview with the first-ever Finnish MPO Major winner Niklas Anttila! 0:00...
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Champions Cup Preview, Isaac Robinson
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the first major of the season: the PDGA Champions Cup! They talk the course, the top players, historical performances, and more. Two-time Champ Cup winner Isaac Robinson joins the pod as well! 0:00 Champions Cup Preview, Key Injuries 14:00...
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IDGC News, Reel Me In or Cut Me Loose, Mailbag
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield discuss the news out of the International Disc Golf Center before opening up some listener mail. Plus a fresh batch of takes for Reel Me In or Cut Me Loose! 0:00 New Course at IDGC, Gurthie's Record 11:15 Mailbag: Buhr's Time, Course Criticism, Champions Cup...
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Queen City Recap, Gannon's Dominance
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the Queen City Classic in both divisions, discuss Jessica Gurthie's first win in 8 years, and break down just how amazing Gannon Buhr has been to start his professional career. Plus: trivia, #PurseWatch, and picks. 0:00 Buhr Climbing the Career...
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Queen City Classic Preview, Brian Earhart
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you ready for the Queen City Classic at Hornet's Nest in Charlotte, the third stop on the DGPT this season. Brian Earhart, a Charlotte local, stops by to talk about the course and what to expect. Plus: new time extension rules in the playoffs, and of…
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Big Easy Mailbag, UDisc Growth Report
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield take a ton of listener mail about the Big Easy Open before diving into a conversation with UDisc Marketing Manager (and former Upshot host) Steve Hill about the 2026 UDisc Growth Report. 0:00 Mailbag: Ricky & Rules, Marshal Minimums 16:40 Self-Officiation, Are...
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Big Easy Recap, Gannon Buhr, Rules Controversy
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the Big Easy Open and welcome in Gannon Buhr to discuss his epic comeback win over Ricky Wysocki. The guys also tackle the rules controversies from the weekend and share thoughts on the course. 0:00 Ricky's Impressive Round 2 9:00 Key Moments of the…
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Silas Schultz, Big Easy Open Preview
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield interview Louisiana native Silas Schultz ahead of the first-ever DGPT event in the state. They get you ready for the Big Easy Open and make their picks. Plus some A-Tier roundup and more in a 30 Second Rule segment. 0:00 Silas Schultz Interview 11:40…
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Curling & Disc Golf with Oskar Eriksson, John Houck
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield get you a double interview this episode! First they talk with Swedish star curler Oskar Eriksson about his disc golf passion (and the controversy at this year's Winter Olympics). Then they talk with the Big Easy Open course designer John Houck about the brand...
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SFO Recap, Overreactions!
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield recap the 2026 Supreme Flight Open and the start of the Disc Golf Pro Tour season! And, as is tradition, they overreact to everything they saw in weekend #1. Get a 20% discount on an annual mini subscription plan with code UPSHOT:...
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Supreme Flight Open Preview, Nate Heinold
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield preview the first DGPT event of the 2026 season: the Supreme Flight Open! They also chat with TD Nate Heinold about the event, this year's Worlds, and more. New picks rules are also unveiled and the guys pick their podiums for the season opener. 0:00 Powerball...
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Preseason Mailbag
Charlie Eisenhood and Josh Mansfield tackle listener questions in a big preseason mailbag show before the 2026 Tour starts on Friday! 0:00 New Timing Rules, Preseason 90/50/10s 19:30 European Wins, Full Leaderboards 31:00 Trash Panda, Ace Runs, Growing Disc Golf 47:15 Plant Bunkers, Agents &...
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