In part 2 of Season 13, Episode 1, I’m joined by Bobby “Loops” Palmeri and Bryce Paup.

Bobby is a longtime New York caddie who’s spent several years looping at Bethpage Black. He shares some fantastic stories from life on the bag, including memorable rounds looping for celebrities like Brian Harman, Cal Clutterbuck, and one incredibly touching experience caddying for the late Tim Wakefield. Bobby has a great way of telling stories, and his love for the game and the people he’s met along the way really shines through. I know you're really going love him and his stories.

We then round out the show with an unforgettable visit from NFL legend Bryce Paup, the 1995 NFL Defensive Player of the Year. Bryce opens up about growing up with undiagnosed dyslexia, being labeled “dumb” as a kid, and how negative self-talk—both from others and his own inner voice—shaped his self-image for years. He shares how his high school sweetheart, now his wife, became his rock and helped him find his way back from rock bottom.

From there, we transition into his football journey—his college years, his time in Green Bay, why the Packers let him get away, signing with the Bills, and becoming bookends with the legendary Bruce Smith. Bryce also offers powerful advice for kids who are struggling with similar challenges today.

It’s an honest, emotional, and inspiring conversation—one I truly believe you’ll get a lot out of.

We kick off Season 13 of Next on the Tee, with a great lineup featuring one of my all-time favorite guests, plus three guys making their Next on the Tee debuts.

We kick things off with Tom Purtzer, a player known for one of the purest swings in golf history. Tom shares stories from his career on the PGA and Champions Tours, including his first Tour win at the Glen Campbell LA Open, the celebrity-hosted events of golf’s golden era, and on-course lessons Mickey Rooney thought he'd give Tom. We also talk about his win at Colonial, what it meant to sit next to Mr. Hogan at the Champions Dinner, and his thoughts on proposed PGA Tour changes.

Next up is Jim Woods, Director of Golf at the historic Omni Bedford Springs. Jim shares his journey from college golf at SUNY Broome Community College through being one of the first to attend the PGA of America’s Golf Training Program. He also talks about the great new Performance Center he's put together in Bedford Springs, and a simple but powerful tip that can significantly improve your game.

Come back for Part 2, when I’m joined by caddie Bobby “Loops” Palmeri. Loops shares great stories from being on the bag at Bethpage State Park, particularly the Black Course. We talk about the famous sign, his experiences looping for Brian Harman, Cal Clutterbuck, and a very special, touching experience caddying for the late Tim Wakefield.

We round things out with a visit from NFL Legend Bryce Paup. Bryce had a challenging upbringing due to dyslexia, which he didn't receive a diagnosis for until he was in his 30s. Growing up he was called "stupid" and the psychological effects from that are hurtful to this day. You'll hear how he hit rock bottom and thanks to his girlfriend, now wife, he's overcoming it. We also talk about his playing career in Green Bay and Buffalo plus his advice for kids going through the same things that he did. It's a powerful segment that you won't want to miss.

Thanks so much for being here and pressing play—I'm grateful for each and every one of you.

Season 12 Finale | Part 2

We close out Season 12 of Next on the Tee with the kind of conversation I always like to save for last — an honest, thoughtful, and heartfelt visit with Hal Sutton.

Hal is genuine, speaks from the heart, and is someone I’m proud to call a friend. We talk about the success of his design at The Darmoor Club outside of Houston, how course design, his podcast Be the Right Club Today, and work in the Instruction space have given him meaningful ways to give back to the game. I asked Hal how golf has been both a blessing and sometimes a burden throughout his life, and if good has always outweighed the bad.

We then dive deep into the Ryder Cup, including why Hal decided to add Jackie Burke Jr. as an Assistant Captain in 2004, how he handled leading a team with massive star power, and why the U.S. continues to struggle in team competition. Hal also shares his thoughts on what might need to change if we’re going to turn the tide.

Hal offers candid insight on the current state of the PGA Tour — shrinking fields, fewer Tour cards, and whether recent changes are about growing the game or overreacting to LIV. We also have some fun reminiscing about persimmon woods, blade irons, balata golf balls, and the artistry required to succeed in his era.

We wrap things up talking equipment, confidence on the greens, his partnership with Makefield Putters, and whether more course design projects might be ahead.

It’s a fitting way to end the season — filled with perspective, honesty, and appreciation for the game and the people who shape it, like Charlie Rymer, Suzy Whaley, and Hal Sutton. I’m incredibly grateful to each of them for their friendship and openness, and I’m truly thankful for you — the listeners — for spending another season with me. Thank you for pressing play and being part of the Next on the Tee family.