Chicago Golf Tour
102 episodes - English - Latest episode: 15 days ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsTom & Rob breakdown the Chicago Golf Tour (CGT) and give insight on what goes on behind the scenes. They sprinkle in what's happening on the PGA Tour, their hot & cold takes, hilarious stories from the past years and they always end each episode with a Top 3. Come join us!
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Episodes
Episode 38 - The Open Championship
July 13, 2022 13:09 - 38 minutes - 35.9 MBTom & Rob recap the Scottish Open, Rob plays Highlands of Elgin and Tom gets washed out at Old Oak. LIV files an antitrust suit against the PGA Tour and the DOJ is set to investigate anticompetitive behavior. The Open Championship is upon us, Tiger is back and the shark gets axed from the champions dinner. Book It w/ T Open picks are in. Capped off by Rob's Top 3.
Episode 37 - PGA Tour - DP World Tour Partnership
June 30, 2022 12:00 - 53 minutes - 49.5 MBTom & Rob recap the Travelers, Rob plays golf at the ass crack of dawn and Tom plays another practice round. The boys talk PGA/DP World Tour partnership, PGA Tour cards, LIV and more. SST PGA Champion Brian Hogan joins the show to walk us through his round. The John Deere Book It w/ T picks are in. Capped off by Tom's Top 3 question.
Episode 36 - US Open
June 22, 2022 12:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBTom & Rob play golf together on Father's Day, recap the US Open and talk the latest additions to LIV Golf. The boys breakdown the SST Event 6 at Old Oak GC. The Travelers Book It w/ T picks are in. Capped off by Rob's Top 3 question.
Episode 35 - Rory Saves The PGA Tour
June 16, 2022 12:00 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBTom & Rob recap the RBC, the 1st LIV event and all the drama surrounding the golf world. It's US Open week and the boys are fired up. Stonewall Orchard Assistant Pro Brian Dalton joins the show to give the North Side Tour great insight heading into the PGA Championship. Book It w/ T - US Open picks are in. Capped off by Tom's Top 3 question.
Episode 34 - LIV Golf Tour
June 08, 2022 12:00 - 40 minutes - 37.7 MBTom & Rob recap the Memorial, Rob has a weekend in AZ and Tom stinks it up playing golf. The LIV Golf Tour is gaining steam and announces it's roster for Event 1. The boys talk SST PGA Championship at Balmoral Woods and the RBC Book It w/ T picks are in. Capped off by Rob's Top 3 question.
Episode 33 - Positive Vibes Only
June 01, 2022 12:00 - 26 minutes - 24.9 MBTom & Rob recap the Charles Schwab, Rob plays Orchard Valley and T hits another pick with a Sam Burns Winner. The boys talk The Preserve at Oak Meadow & Klein Creek GC, Vince is back for another hotdog review and the Book It w/ T Memorial picks are in. Capped off by Tom's strange Top 3 question.
Episode 32 - Korn Ferry Tour Player Bryce Emory
May 26, 2022 12:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBTom & Rob recap the PGA Championship, Rob shows compassion and empathy towards Tiger and Tom is jumping off the Rory train. Korn Ferry Tour player Bryce Emory joins the show to discuss this weeks KFT event at The Glen Club, how he & his caddie prepare for an event and what life is like on the KFT. The boys breakdown Heritage Bluffs and the Charles Schwab Book It w/ T picks are in. Capped off by Rob's Top 3 question.
Episode 31 - SST Masters Champ
May 19, 2022 12:00 - 50 minutes - 46.9 MBTom & Rob recap the Byron Nelson, T hits big with his KH Lee pick and Phil is out at the PGA Championship. SST Masters Champion Jeff Magierski joins the show to talk about his round at Ravisloe CC. The boys breakdown Event 3 on the WST & NST at Countryside and Orchard Valley GC. Book It w/ T PGA Championship picks are in. Capped off by Tom's Top 3 question
Episode 30 - Hello Summer
May 11, 2022 12:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBTom & Rob recap the Wells Fargo, Rob cashes in (monopoly $) with a Max Homa win and Tom's fed up with Sergio Garcia. The boys breakdown Glenwoodie GC and the Book It w/ T Byron Nelson picks are in. Capped off by Rob's Top 3 question.
Episode 29 - Major SZN
May 04, 2022 12:00 - 47 minutes - 44.2 MBTom & Rob recap the Mexico Open, Rob plays his official round at Randall Oaks and Tom gets in a Masters practice round at Ravisloe CC. The boys breakdown Bolingbrook GC for the WST Masters event, and Wilmette GM - Adam Kwiatkoski joins the show to give NST members inside information with a quick breakdown of Wilmette GC. Wells Fargo Book It w/ T picks are in. Capped off by Tom's Top 3 question.
Episode 28 - Lift Off
April 27, 2022 12:00 - 38 minutes - 35.9 MBTom & Rob recap the Zurich Classic, all 3 tours are officially underway and Tom chokes during his official round at Sanctuary. Rob tinkers with new grips and the South Side Tour- Masters event at Ravisloe CC is dissected. Capped off by Rob's Top 3 question.
Episode 27 - North & West Side Tour Season Opener
April 20, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBTom & Rob recap the RBC Heritage, Rob is over the moon for his guy Spieth and Tom plays a practice round at Sanctuary. The boys discuss the West Side Tour & North Side Tour Season Opener. The Book It w/ T - Zurich Classic picks are in. Capped off by Tom's Top 3 questions.
Episode 26 - South Side Tour Season Opener
April 13, 2022 12:00 - 36 minutes - 34 MBTom & Rob recap the Masters, wager & pool entry results are in, the CGT Season Kick-Off Scramble was frigid but a success and Rob is finally getting tired of Spieth. The boys breakdown the South Side Tour Season Opener at The Sanctuary, giving course insight & tips for trouble holes. The Book It w/ T - RBC Heritage picks are in. Capped off by Rob's Top 3 questions.
Episode 25 - Masters Edition
April 06, 2022 12:00 - 41 minutes - 38.7 MBTom & Rob quickly breakdown the Valero Texas Open which saw another 1st time winner on the PGA Tour in JJ Spaun. The boys are giddy for the Masters and it shows in their apparel, especially Rob's outrageous hat. Tom & Rob wonder if Tiger will bail, does Rory finally complete the career grand slam or does a no-namer win the green jacket? Followed by Book It w/ T Masters picks and capped off by Tom's Top 3 question.
Episode 24 - Adam Fonseca of Golf Unfiltered
March 30, 2022 12:00 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBRob plays Kankakee Elks CC in 36 degree weather and the WGC Dell Match Play is recapped. Special guest - Adam Fonseca of Golf Unfiltered joins the show to discuss his new podcast that is a must listen - Golf Stories, The Secret Tour Pro. Adam also gives great insight on Tiger, Phil and what his golf schedule looks like in 2022. The Valero Book it w/ T picks are in. Capped off by Rob's Top 3 question.
Episode 23 - Member Expectations
March 23, 2022 12:00 - 28 minutes - 26.7 MBTom & Rob recap the Valspar, Rob thinks Tom would pull off the joggers look and Phil is not listed in the Masters field. The boys give insight on what to expect as a member coming into the '22 season. The Book It w/ T -WGC Dell Match Play picks are in. Capped off by Tom's Top 3 question.
Episode 22 - North Side Tour Schedule Breakdown
March 16, 2022 12:00 - 49 minutes - 46.2 MBTom & Rob recap what was a tremendous Players Championship, Cam Smith is a bad man & Rob loves the premiere of golden boy. The North Side Tour schedule is dove into, Tom enjoys a good nap while listening to Zingers voice and Rob is disgusted. Save $75 on your CGT membership by signing up for PointsBet. Capped off by Rob's Top 3 question.
Episode 21 - West Side Tour Schedule Breakdown
March 09, 2022 13:00 - 45 minutes - 42 MBTom & Rob recap the API, dive into the West Side Tour schedule and the Players Championship Book it w/ T picks are in. Capped off by Tom's Top 3 question
Episode 20 - South Side Tour Schedule Breakdown
March 02, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 72 MBTom and Rob recap the Honda Classic, Lululemon doesn't give a shit about Tom's pants and the Sweet Spot is a certified dump. Augusta National is playing mind games with guests, the South Side Tour schedule gets dove into and API Book It w/ T picks are in (Rob loves the favorite). Capped off by Rob's Top 3 question.
Episode 19 - The Phil Saga
February 23, 2022 13:59 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBTom & Rob recap the Genesis Invitational, discuss the Phil/Saudi drama with reference to the Fire Pit Collective - Alan Shipnuck's biography. Bryson & DJ pledge their allegiance to the PGA Tour and the SGL ship sails. They boys give a sneak peak of the CGT Pro Shop and the Book it w/ T Honda Classic picks are in. Capped off by Tom's Top 3 question.
Episode 18 - 2022 Schedules
February 16, 2022 13:00 - 46 minutes - 43.2 MBTom & Rob recap a wild WM Open, release the '22 CGT schedules and Tom makes a trade for a PXG driver? Book It w/ T picks are in for this weeks star studded Genesis Invitational. Capped off by Rob's Top 3 question.
Episode 17 - Tinley Park Golf Show
February 09, 2022 13:00 - 55 minutes - 51.3 MBTom & Rob recap the PB AT&T Pro-Am, Rob's heart is ripped out by Spieth, & Tom wants Bill Murray OUTTA HERE. The boys discuss their quality time spent together at the Tinley Park Golf Show and Tom being pantless. "Book It with T" Waste Management picks are delivered. Capped off by Tom's Top 3 question....and another BONUS Top 3 to finish.
Episode 16 - 2022 In-Person Events
February 02, 2022 13:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBTom & Rob recap the Farmers, dive into the CGT 2022 in-person event schedule and give "Book It with T" AT&T Pro Am picks. Capped off by Robs Top 3 question that has the boys overcome with nostalgia.
Episode 15 - Sub 70 Golf Sponsorship
January 26, 2022 13:00 - 32 minutes - 30.4 MBTom & Rob discuss their visit/meeting at Sub 70 HQ & The Seventy - Sub 70's private fitting center in downtown Sycamore, IL. The Seventy features 2 hitting bays, an indoor putting green and of course a bar. The Seventy will open in March of 2022. The boys then recap the American Express, clear up some 2022 questions and give "Book It w/ T" Farmer picks. Capped off by Tom's Top 3 question.
Episode 14 - 2022 CGT Breakdown
January 19, 2022 15:37 - 49 minutes - 46.2 MBTom stinks it up in FL, Rob watches Hideki dominate the Sony. The boys breakdown what's coming in 2022 on the CGT. Capped off by Rob's Top 3 question.
Episode 13 - Good Golf Only
January 11, 2022 13:00 - 55 minutes - 51 MBTom & Rob recap the Sentry TOC, Mr. Good G himself - Daniel from Good Golf Only joins the show to discuss the brand, and his recent experience playing Kapalua. Book It with T - Sony Open picks, capped off with Tom's Top 3 question.
Episode 12 - Happy New Year!
January 04, 2022 13:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBTom & Rob recap their Christmas & New Year, discuss 2022 golf goals & introduce "Book It with T", the new CGT Golf Handicapper segment. Capped off by Rob's Top 3 question.
Episode 11
December 28, 2021 13:00 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBThe first ever player guest - Vince "The Hotdog Guy" Pavilionis joins the show to discuss his plans for reviewing hotdogs in 2022, as well his experience playing on the CGT over the last 3 years. Capped off by Tom's Top 3 question.
Episode 11 - The Hotdog Guy
December 28, 2021 13:00 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBThe first ever player guest - Vince "The Hotdog Guy" Pavilionis joins the show to discuss his plans for reviewing hotdogs in 2022, as well his experience playing on the CGT over the last 3 years. Capped off by Tom's Top 3 question.
Episode 10 - Sub70 Founder & CEO Jason Hiland
December 21, 2021 13:00 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBThe boys recap the PNC, Rob is speechless with Toms surprise outfit and Tom has beef (shocker) with the PNC broadcast. Founder & CEO of Sub70 Golf Jason Hiland joins the show to give us a Cribs-like tour, the keys to running a successful business and stories of playing golf with Tommy Armour III & Zack Fischer. Capped off by Robs Top 3 question.
Episode 10
December 21, 2021 13:00 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBThe boys recap the PNC, Rob is speechless with Toms surprise outfit and Tom has beef (shocker) with the PNC broadcast. Founder & CEO of Sub70 Golf Jason Hiland joins the show to give us a Cribs-like tour, the keys to running a successful business and stories of playing golf with Tommy Armour III & Zack Fischer. Capped off by Robs Top 3 question.
Episode 9 - What Goes Into Playing a Rd of Golf
December 17, 2021 13:00 - 50 minutes - 47.1 MBHeeeeeeeee's baaaaaaaccckkk. Tiger confirms he'll be playing in the PNC. Tom & Rob talk about what routines they have prior to playing a round, from outfits to cleaning the clubs. They talk range, the putting green and what goes on in their head before the first tee, during the round and post round. Capped off by Tom's Top 3 question.
Episode 9
December 17, 2021 13:00 - 50 minutes - 47.1 MBHeeeeeeeee's baaaaaaaccckkk. Tiger confirms he'll be playing in the PNC. Tom & Rob talk about what routines they have prior to playing a round, from outfits to cleaning the clubs. They talk range, the putting green and what goes on in their head before the first tee, during the round and post round. Capped off by Tom's Top 3 question.
Episode 8
December 10, 2021 13:00 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBRob & Tom recap their time spent together over the weekend hitting balls in the garage, the Hero World Championship & Tom has high hopes of Tiger playing in the PNC Championship. Special guest Bryan Tweed joins the pod to give the boys great insight and knowledge of Chicagoland golf, some hidden gems you should try out and his favorite local buddy trip destinations. Capped off by Robs Top 3 question.
Episode 8 - Bryan Tweed
December 10, 2021 13:00 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBRob & Tom recap their time spent together over the weekend hitting balls in the garage, the Hero World Championship & Tom has high hopes of Tiger playing in the PNC Championship. Special guest Bryan Tweed joins the pod to give the boys great insight and knowledge of Chicagoland golf, some hidden gems you should try out and his favorite local buddy trip destinations. Capped off by Robs Top 3 question.
Episode 7
December 03, 2021 13:00 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBTom & Rob discuss Tigers first interview, a recap of their Thanksgiving, The Match between Bryson & Brooks, followed by the recent golf boom and how its affected the CGT the last 2 years. Capped off by Tom's Top 3 question to Rob (Top 3 golf movies).
Episode 7 - Tiger Surfaces
December 03, 2021 13:00 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBTom & Rob discuss Tigers first interview, a recap of their Thanksgiving, The Match between Bryson & Brooks, followed by the recent golf boom and how its affected the CGT the last 2 years. Capped off by Tom's Top 3 question to Rob (Top 3 golf movies).
Episode 6 - Driver vs 3wood Off The Tee Debate
November 26, 2021 13:00 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBVideo of the GOAT surfaces, Rob has little to say as Tom smiles from ear to ear. The rundown features Gooch winning the RSM, Morikawa winning the Race To Dubai & Rory doing his best Incredible Hulk. The Great Debate of driver vs 3 wood off the tee and chipping vs the Texas Wedge. Capped off by Robs Top 3 question. Happy Thanksgiving Folks!
Episode 6
November 26, 2021 13:00 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBVideo of the GOAT surfaces, Rob has little to say as Tom smiles from ear to ear. The rundown features Gooch winning the RSM, Morikawa winning the Race To Dubai & Rory doing his best Incredible Hulk. The Great Debate of driver vs 3 wood off the tee and chipping vs the Texas Wedge. Capped off by Robs Top 3 question. Happy Thanksgiving Folks!
Episode 5
November 19, 2021 13:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBTom & Rob discuss The Rules of Golf and which are the most common penalties on tour. Tom talks about his experience at the True Motion Golf facility and how the Perfect Takeaway lesson went, followed by the importance of playing by the rules, having fun & opening yourself up to the game. The boys cap off the episode with a great Top 3 that ignites a debate for a future episode of mayhem.
Episode 5 - Rules of Golf
November 19, 2021 13:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBTom & Rob discuss The Rules of Golf and which are the most common penalties on tour. Tom talks about his experience at the True Motion Golf facility and how the Perfect Takeaway lesson went, followed by the importance of playing by the rules, having fun & opening yourself up to the game. The boys cap off the episode with a great Top 3 that ignites a debate for a future episode of mayhem.
Episode 4 - Handicapping
November 12, 2021 13:00 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MBTom & Rob talk handicap and what it really means, how the CGT handicaps and how your playing handicap is calculated. Tom shares his thoughts on CGT designated event tees, the craze surrounding pace of play and if it's affecting the true game of golf. Rob redeems himself from last week and delivers a great Top 3 question.
Episode 4
November 12, 2021 13:00 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MBTom & Rob talk handicap and what it really means, how the CGT handicaps and how your playing handicap is calculated. Tom shares his thoughts on CGT designated event tees, the craze surrounding pace of play and if it's affecting the true game of golf. Rob redeems himself from last week and delivers a great Top 3 question.
Episode 3 - Part 2
November 05, 2021 12:05 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBMonday Q Info - Ryan French joins the pod to discuss the grind of mini tour life, what it was like to be on the bag for his good friend Mark Baldwin who qualified at the Barracuda Monday Qualifier & then made the cut for the weekend, a first for Mark in 16 years as a pro. Ryan drops BREAKING NEWS on the CGT Podcast of all places. Strap in folks!
Episode 3 - Part 2 - Monday Q Info Ryan French
November 05, 2021 12:05 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBMonday Q Info - Ryan French joins the pod to discuss the grind of mini tour life, what it was like to be on the bag for his good friend Mark Baldwin who qualified at the Barracuda Monday Qualifier & then made the cut for the weekend, a first for Mark in 16 years as a pro. Ryan drops BREAKING NEWS on the CGT Podcast of all places. Strap in folks!
Episode 3 - Part 1
November 05, 2021 12:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBTom & Rob believe this is the break out episode they needed to blaze a trail for the remainder of the 1st season. While this "podcast" thing is still very new to them they set aside their uncomfortableness & deliver a must listen episode. They talk about why you should get a simulator if you're on the fence, a possible CGT trip to AZ in February, Tom dives deep into what's NEW IN 2022, the CGT Raffle & Rob gives maybe the hottest Top 3 take of all time.
Episode 3 - Part 1 - Simulators & What's New in 2022
November 05, 2021 12:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBTom & Rob believe this is the break out episode they needed to blaze a trail for the remainder of the 1st season. While this "podcast" thing is still very new to them they set aside their uncomfortableness & deliver a must listen episode. They talk about why you should get a simulator if you're on the fence, a possible CGT trip to AZ in February, Tom dives deep into what's NEW IN 2022, the CGT Raffle & Rob gives maybe the hottest Top 3 take of all time.
CGT Episode 2
October 29, 2021 12:00 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MBTom reviews Whitetail Ridge GC and delivers some heartbreaking news to Rob about one of his favorite courses on tour. Our thoughts on Rickie Fowler back in the mix on the PGA Tour, Robs love for Westy and the CGT- True Motion Golf partnership. Rob comes out firing with his Top 3 question and we announce our first ever guest coming on for Episode 3.
Episode 2
October 29, 2021 12:00 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MBTom reviews Whitetail Ridge GC and delivers some heartbreaking news to Rob about one of his favorite courses on tour. Our thoughts on Rickie Fowler back in the mix on the PGA Tour, Robs love for Westy and the CGT- True Motion Golf partnership. Rob comes out firing with his Top 3 question and we announce our first ever guest coming on for Episode 3.
Episode 2 - Scouting for 2022
October 29, 2021 12:00 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MBTom reviews Whitetail Ridge GC and delivers some heartbreaking news to Rob about one of his favorite courses on tour. Our thoughts on Rickie Fowler back in the mix on the PGA Tour, Robs love for Westy and the CGT- True Motion Golf partnership. Rob comes out firing with his Top 3 question and we announce our first ever guest coming on for Episode 3.