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What's the best golf podcast? No Laying Up, featured in all five of the lists we came across and ranked No. 1 on Apple Podcasts’ golf chart in the United States. Next are The Golfer’s Journal, Foreplay and The Shotgun Start. Here are our top 15 golf podcasts in English, and our selection of the best golf podcasts in French.
Header image: a podcast recording, by Guillaume Bonzoms (CC0), and a ball on its tee, by PattayaPatrol (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons.
The 15 Best Golf Podcasts, Ranked
15 podcasts shown.
| Rank | Podcast | Theme | Selections | Apple Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | No Laying Up | Tours, trips, interviews | 5 out of 5 | 4.7 (6,688 reviews) |
| 2 | The Golfer’s Journal Podcast | Stories and Interviews | 5 out of 5 | 4.7 (410 reviews) |
| 3 | Foreplay | Humor and Golf Culture | 4 out of 5 | 4.5 (10,384 reviews) |
| 4 | The Shotgun Start | Circuit News | 4 out of 5 | 4.7 (1,750 reviews) |
| 5 | Subpar | Player Interviews | 4 out of 5 | 4.7 (1,365 reviews) |
| 6 | The Fried Egg Golf Podcast | Course Structure | 4 out of 5 | 4.8 (1,346 reviews) |
| 7 | Chasing Scratch | Amateur Progression | 3 out of 5 | 4.9 (2,621 reviews) |
| 8 | The Rick Shiels Golf Show | Equipment, News, Interviews | 3 out of 5 | 4.9 (2,414 reviews) |
| 9 | The Sweet Spot | Progress and Training | 3 out of 5 | 4.8 (712 reviews) |
| 10 | Hack It Out Golf | Technique and Statistics | 3 out of 5 | 4.6 (492 reviews) |
| 11 | On the Mark Golf Podcast | PGA Tour News | 3 out of 5 | 4.7 (383 reviews) |
| 12 | Vanity Index Podcast | Interviews and Golf Culture | 3 out of 5 | 4.6 (50 reviews) |
| 13 | Fairway Rollin’ | News and Humor | 2 out of 5 | 4.2 (1,215 reviews) |
| 14 | Golf Smarter | Education, interviews with coaches | 2 out of 5 | 4.3 (547 reviews) |
| 15 | The Par Train | Mental Strength and Progress | 2 out of 5 | 4.8 (400 reviews) |
Selections: Number of lists (out of five) that mention the podcast. Apple Rating: Average rating on Apple Podcasts in the United States and number of reviews, as of November 8, 2026.
How We Ranked the Golf Podcasts
Major golf magazines produce their own podcasts but do not publish rankings for them. So we cross-referenced five sources: Feedspot, the Apple Podcasts golf chart in the United States, Golfer Insight (Yahoo Sports), Breaking Eighty and PGA.com. Podcasts are ranked based on the number of sources that cite them and, in the event of a tie, based on the number of reviews on Apple Podcasts. We included only podcasts that were still active as of November 2026. This ranking is updated annually.
The Top 15 in Detail
1. No Laying Up
The pioneer of independent golf media, cited by all five sources and ranked No. 1 on the U.S. Apple Podcasts chart: tour analyses, in-depth interviews with big names, and golf travel series.
2. The Golfer’s Journal Podcast
The writer Tom Coyne (A Course Called Ireland) features colorful personalities from the world of golf. A podcast focused on stories and interviews rather than current events.
3. Foreplay
Barstool Sports' offbeat show, designed for the casual golfer: humor, golf culture, and celebrity guests. The highest-rated golf podcast on Apple. Contains explicit language.
4. The Shotgun Start
Andy Johnson and Brendan Porath provide insightful and humorous commentary on the latest circuit news several times a week. The go-to destination for tournament enthusiasts.
5. Subpar
Former PGA Tour player Colt Knost and Drew Stoltz host golfers and celebrities for casual conversations. Produced by GOLF.
6. The Fried Egg Golf Podcast
The definitive guide to course design, from the great classics to modern creations. Ideal for gaining a better understanding of the golf courses in our rankings.
7. Chasing Scratch
Two enthusiasts share their journey toward a zero handicap, complete with tips, guests, and plenty of humor. Highly rated by listeners.
8. The Rick Shiels Golf Show
The podcast from Rick Shiels, the world's most-followed golf YouTuber: equipment, tour news, guests, and questions from viewers.
9. The Sweet Spot
Coach Adam Young and Jon Sherman (Practical Golf) discuss evidence-based improvement: how to train, learn, and play better. The most useful tips for improving.
10. Hack It Out Golf
Coach Mark Crossfield, statistics analyst Lou Stagner and tournament player Greg Chalmers discuss the best way for an amateur to improve and manage a round.
11. On the Mark Golf Podcast
The PGA Tour podcast, hosted since 2016 by commentator and coach Mark Immelman: tournament updates, player interviews, and technical tips.
12. Vanity Index Podcast
The most recent entry on the list, launched in 2025 by Chad Mumm, producer of the series Full Swing, and Wells Adams: interviews with players and celebrities.
13. Fairway Rollin’
The Ringer's laid-back golf show, hosted by Joe House and Nathan Hubbard: major tournaments and golf culture, served up with plenty of humor.
14. Golf Smarter
A long-running educational podcast featuring interviews with coaches and experts to help you play smarter.
15. The Par Train
Focused on the mental game and the amateur golfer's progress, with practical advice on how to overcome slumps.
The Best Golf Podcasts in French
There is no ranking of French-language golf podcasts. Here are the ones we recommend, all of which have episodes published in 2026 on Apple Podcasts:
- Swing: L’Équipe’s golf podcast, with Benjamin Cadiou and Arnaud Tillous: the latest news on the tours and French players, featuring discussions and interviews.
- Les Tontons Golfeurs: Three French pros (Kevin Turlan, Sébastien Gros, Antoine Schwartz) discuss technique, improvement, and life as a pro.
- Le Practice: RMC's golf show, hosted by Jean-Christophe Drouet: discussions on current events, tips, and guests (on hiatus since the 2026 season wrap-up).
- Eagle: Teacher Erwan de Quénetain’s podcast to help you improve: technique, strategy, and preparation.
Fred's Take on Golf Podcasts
To improve my game, I’d start by listening to The Sweet Spot and Hack It Out, two podcasts that debunk a lot of common misconceptions about training. To follow tournaments, I’d listen to The Shotgun Start. And in French, Swing is still the go-to source for the latest news.
Frequently Asked Questions About Golf Podcasts
What's the best golf podcast?
No Laying Up: featured in all five lists we came across and No. 1 on the Apple Podcasts golf chart in the United States.
Which podcast should you listen to to improve your golf game?
"The Sweet Spot" (by Adam Young and Jon Sherman), "Hack It Out" (by Mark Crossfield, Lou Stagner, and Greg Chalmers), and "Golf Smarter" are all focused on improving your game.
Are there any golf podcasts in French?
Yes: Swing, L’Équipe’s golf podcast, Les Tontons Golfeurs, Le Practice (RMC), and Eagle are the most active.
What is Rick Shiels' podcast?
The Rick Shiels Golf Show, the podcast companion to his YouTube channel: equipment, news, and guests—every week.