The Par Train | Get Off the Struggle Bus

In just a few years, Chris Gotterup has gone from relative unknown to World No. 7 and one of the fastest-rising stars on the PGA Tour. He hops aboard The Par Train to break down the mindset behind the rise: how he handles pressure, builds confidence, responds when things go wrong, and thinks differently when he’s trying to win on Sunday at his first major, first win on Tour and first President's Cup coming off of his incredible 3-1-0 debut performance. If you're looking to get back to basics and simplify things in your own game, this episode is...

Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A monthly short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts, designed to get you in the right mindset on your way to your next round, a workout, range sesh, or whatever is important to you.

This month's LFG series is going to reset your frustration and help you fall in love with the game again.

Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites are pulled from the following episodes:

205 - Make Par Not War - John Ashworth

206 - Break 70 and Rediscover...

One day after celebrating 10 years on the Train with a live show ahead of the Presidents Cup, Ev and Cerm teed it up with two of the best golfers they’ve ever played with: a +2.5 handicap and a professional +5 (Jared Steger and Larry Blatt, both Par Train alums). Recording from the 19th hole at The Glen Club, they unpack the biggest differences between how elite golfers think, play, and manage their games and what the rest of us can steal to get better.

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What does the future of the PGA Tour actually look like? Ev and Cerm break down the biggest takeaways from the 2026 season, debate the potential move to match play at the Tour Championship, and go head-to-head on Presidents Cup vs. Ryder Cup. Plus, the winners, surprises, and storylines that defined the year.

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Welcome to Live on Course: a brand-new experimental mini-series where Ev takes you inside the cart and onto the course with him, shot by shot. Experience what it’s really like to battle through your C-game in real time, while learning game-changing lessons about the power of staying focused, present, and out of autopilot.

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Rhoback Activewear doesn’t just slap your favorite college logos on a random polo or hoodie. They custom-design each piece to make your favorite college team gear come to life like no one else. Tap this link...

Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 5-7 minute clip of every episode from August.

Episodes from August: 

Ep. 487 - The Secret Blueprint to Playing Great Under Pressure (The craziest one-year turnaround of my golf life)

Ep. 489 - He Sold Multiple Companies.  Felt Empty.  Until a Golf Trip to Scotland Changed His Life

Ep. 490 - The MId-Year 2026 Golf Goals Performance Review

Ep. 491 - I...

This is another installment (back by popular demand) of the "coaching calls" mini-series where Ev brings on the players he coaches, and they unpack what helped them breakthrough so you can do the same. Morgan  hops aboard the Train for the first time to detail every breakthrough. Going from an "angry" golfer to "having more fun since he was 6 years old"... funny enough? He's almost a scratch now. If you feel like you have no plan and blindly hoping your game gets better -- this episode is for you. 

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Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A monthly short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on your way to your next round, a work out, range sesh, or whatever is important to you.

This month's LFG series is outlining the big difference between amateurs and pros. The differences aren't as obvious as you think!

Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites are pulled from the following episodes:

EP. 102 - ADAM LONG ON PLAYING WELL THROUGH PRESSURE 

Another edition of our mini series called Replay Rate. When we take our most streamed episodes from years ago and replay them for a much needed refresher. This episode with Dr. Bob Rotella is from 4 years ago and our #1 streamed episode. Dr. Bob Rotella, the premiere sports psychologist in the world, hops aboard the Train to help you think like the best players in the world (Like Rory McIlroy and Lebron James -- who he coaches). Bob talks about how Tiger and Phil played different than everyone else, how we're trying to master a game that can't be mastered...

Dr. Bob Winters is one of the most respected sports psychologists in golf, spending decades helping PGA Tour players, elite amateurs, coaches, and athletes unlock peak performance under pressure. In this episode, he shares a remarkable putting discovery 50 years in the making... an insight that could fundamentally change the way you think about putting and help you roll the ball with more confidence than ever.

IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT GPS AND SCORING

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At the start of the year, Ev and Cerm each set ambitious golf goals. Now they’re checking in—what’s working, what’s fallen short, and what needs to change over the final few months of the season. If your game has stalled or your goals feel farther away than you’d hoped, this episode will help you reset, refocus, and finish the year strong.

IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT GPS AND SCORING

Download the Grint app here, follow Evan Singer, and get updates on Ev's round live. Ev's used the app for years but is now f...

Adriaan Zimmerman built and sold BroBible, co-founded the wellness company Ned, and now leads Mojo Country Club—but after years of chasing success, he realized the life he’d built still left him feeling empty. In this conversation, Adriaan shares how panic attacks, burnout, profound loss, and a solo golf trip through Scotland completely changed his perspective on business, golf, and happiness—and why letting go may be the key to performing your best in both life and on the course.

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Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 5-7 minute clip of every episode from July.

Episodes from July: 

#481 - Why One Bad Hole Keeps Ruining Your Round (And How to Finally Stop It.)

#483 - Everything You Need to Know About The 2026 Open Championship

#484 - The Ryan Fox Mentality and Why There's No Such Thing As Bad Breaks (2026 Open Championship Recap)

#485 - Coaching C...

Last year, Ev lost by 8 in his Ryder Cup singles match play. This year, he won by eight—and in this episode, he breaks down all of the shifts that helped him finally play great under pressure when it mattered most. If you’ve ever struggled to show up for a bucket-list round, big competition, or important match, this is your blueprint.

IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT GPS AND SCORING

Download the Grint app here, follow Evan Singer, and get updates on Ev's round live. Ev's used the app for years but is now focused on usi...

Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A monthly short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on your way to your next round, a work out, range sesh, or whatever is important to you.

This month's LFG series is all about giving you THE PEP TALK WE ALL NEED with soundbites from some of the greatest coaches and athletes in the world.

Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites are pulled from the following episodes:

#159 - Bhrett McCabe...

This is the second installment (back by popular demand as a replay rate we all need to hear again) of the "coaching calls" mini-series where Ev brings on the players he coaches on the mental game, and they unpack what helped them break through so you can do the same. Lisa  hops aboard the Train for the first time to detail her crazy journey. Only working with Ev for four months, her handicap plummeted from a 15 to a 10, she won a four-ball match at her club, played great in the club championship and finally broke 80! If you feel like y...

What if there was no such thing as a bad break? What if you could think slow and play fast? We talk Ryan Fox's winning mindset, Bryson controversy, Scottie, Sam Burns, Royal Birkdale, the Open overall, and so much more. Welcome aboard to the 2026 Open Championship Recap episode.

IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT GPS AND SCORING

Download the Grint app here, follow Evan Singer, and get updates on Ev's round live. Ev's used the app for years but is now focused on using the advanced stats to figure out what parts of his game need to...

Excited for the 2026 Open Championship? Ev and Cerm dive into the history of Royal Birkdale, break down what makes it unique vs. other open rota courses, explore the most exciting storylines like Jordan Spieth, Justin Rose and so much more. The strategy, the stories, the history. This episode is everything you need to know about the 2026 Open Championship.

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Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 5-7 minute clip of every episode from June.

Episodes from June: 

#474 - How to Stop Compounding Mistakes (A Course Management Masterclass)

#476 - The Grit, Glory, and Chaos of the U.S. Open's History (Replay Rate)

#477 - The Difference Between Confidence and Resilience (2026 US Open Recap)

#479 - Find a Way With NFL Legend Merril Hoge

Sick of the blow-up holes? Wonder why you keep making double bogeys even though you're trying not to? Ev went 20 years with making 2-4 doubles every round. The last 3 rounds, he only had ONE. The next round, he made four. This episode, this deep dive, unpacks why, the patterns and how you can finally get off the double train. 

IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT GPS AND SCORING

Download the Grint app here, follow Evan Singer, and get updates on Ev's round live. Ev's used the app for years but is now focused on using the adv...

Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A popular short-form series compiling bite-sized insights to lift you up and challenge your thinking on the way to your next round. Today's LFG episode is about getting back to SIMPLE. If over complicating things is a struggle for you, play this on the way to your next round!

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If you think golf is hard, wait until you hear Merrill Hoge's story.

The former NFL running back has overcome nearly every obstacle imaginable—career-ending injuries, cancer, open-heart surgery, and more—all while living by one simple mantra: Find A Way.

This conversation isn't about football. It's about resilience, perspective, and the mindset every golfer needs when things don't go according to plan.

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Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 5-7 minute clip of every episode from May.

Episodes from May: 

#468 - Why the World's Best Golf Courses Feel Different with Architect Bill Coore (Part 2)

#470 - Is the PGA Championship the Worst Major? (PGA Championship Preview/Replay Rate)

#471 - What Aaron Rai Understands About Golf That Most Amateurs Don't (2026 PGA Championship Recap)

#472 - The Greenskeeper (W...

Wyndham Clark wins his second U.S. Open Championship, but what does this mean for you and your game? Can you learn how to harness the art of competition and learn how to fight when the round gets tough? What is confidence vs. what is resilience? Is the chase of confidence hurting us long-term? What about a me against the world mentality? If you want to learn how to get your best out of the round when it seems everything is going wrong, this episode is for you.

IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT GPS AND SCORING

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What was the U.S. Open like when it started in the early 1900s? How did it become golf's toughest test? Why do the best players win the US Open but one win wonders win PGA's? Ev and Cerm go through the making of the U.S. Open, debate their favorite majors, break down Oakmont CC, winner history and so much more to get you ready for the 2025 U.S. Open Championship. Want to get more grit and resilience in your game -- this episode is also for you.

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Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A popular short-form series compiling bite-sized insights to lift you up and challenge your thinking on the way to your next round. Today's LFG episode is about learning patience. If patience is a struggle for you, play this on the way to your next round!

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Ev and Cerm hop aboard another Par Train to chip away and dig deep at Ev's recent "LIVE ON COURSE" podcast. And what they didn't expect to happen was to find multiple golden nuggets, priceless lessons about course management and how not to compound mistakes. If you're sick of making double bogeys and big numbers, this episode will change your game (not an exaggeration). 

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Download the Grint app here, follow Evan Singer, and get updates on Ev's round live. Ev's used the app for years but is n...

This week, Cerm's former college teammate and current +2 handicap Jay McBride hops aboard the train to share why he's getting back into competitive golf after years away from the tournament scene. Whether you're thinking about joining a men's league, playing in your club championship, entering your first tournament, or simply challenging yourself more often, this episode is for you.

We dive into the importance of competition, why most golfers stop improving, and how getting back to the basics, starting with setup and fundamentals, can unlock better golf without reinventing your swing.

If you've been looking...

Aaron Caraway (@1percentgolf) hops aboard the Train with one of the craziest swings on the internet. Even crazier? He'll probably beat you. This episode is a refreshing one. It's about playing the game your way, ignoring modern advice, and swinging your swing. If you ever get in your own way, this episode is for you. 
 
Best GPS and Scorecard App Holding Ev Accountable

Download the Grint app here, follow Evan Singer, and get updates on Ev's round live. Ev's used the app for years but is now focused on using the advanced stats to figure ou...

What does Aaron Rai get about golf that most of us don't? Is Aaron Rai the most relatable major winner we've seen in years? What did Aaron Rai do better than Rory Mcilroy? What does this tell us about our own games? This and so much more in the 2026 PGA Championship Recap episode. 

New Secret Weapon for the Golf Course:

Want a little boost to stay calm and collected on the golf course? Mojo Country Club gummies have time-released caffeine, lion's mane, kanna and other goodness to help you play within yourself. The first t...

Did you know the PGA Championship started as match play? Did you know it was originally frowned upon to play golf for money and turn professional? Why is the PGA Championship the least favorite major? What would change that? Is the Wanamaker the best trophy in golf? All of this and more from the origins and untold story behind the PGA Championship.

Best GPS and Scorecard App Holding Ev Accountable

Download the Grint app here, follow Evan Singer, and get updates on Ev's round live. Ev's used the app for years but is now focused...

Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 5-7 minute clip of every episode from April.

Episodes from April: 

#462 - The Making of The Masters (Replay Rate)

#463 - The Masters Rory Almost Lost (Again!) and What It Can Teach You About Your Own Game (Masters 2026 Recap)

#465 - LIVE on Course - The Thought That Got Me Out of My Own Way

#466 - Why t...

Ev flew to Scottsdale, AZ to sit down for the longest (and maybe most special) interview he's conducted in almost 10 years of co-hosting this podcast. The guest? Legendary golf course designer Bill Coore of Coore and Crenshaw. Some of his and Ben Crenshaw's courses include Bandon Trails, Sand Hills, Kapalua Plantation Course, Sand Valley, Sheep Ranch, Ozark National, Old Sandwich, Streamsong Red, Te Arai Links South, Cabot Cliffs and 30+ more. Part 2 is centered around how he builds, the golf courses, and the stories behind them. If you want to fall in love with golf again, learn why you love...

Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A popular short-form series compiling bite-sized insights to lift you up and challenge your thinking on the way to your next round. Today's LFG episode is about how there are no pictures on a scorecard. If you've ever needed the reminder that golf isn't a game of perfect, this episode's for you. 

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Ev flew to Scottsdale, AZ to sit down for the longest (and maybe most special) interview he's conducted in almost 10 years of co-hosting this podcast. The guest? Legendary golf course designer Bill Coore of Coore and Crenshaw. Some of his and Ben Crenshaw's courses include Bandon Trails, Sand Hills, Kapalua Plantation Course, Sand Valley, Sheep Ranch, Ozark National, Old Sandwich, Streamsong Red, Te Arai Links South, Cabot Cliffs and 30+ more. Interview part 1 dives into Bill as a man, his philosophy and how he thinks. Part 2 (next week) is centered around how he builds, the golf courses, and the stories...

Welcome to Live on Course! A brand new, experimental mini series where Ev took you in the cart with him. Shot by shot. Not only do you get to discover the one thought that may change your relationship with golf forever (and get you out of your own way), you'll also get to experience the up and down mental gymnastics required to compete and get the most out of your round.

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Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 5-7 minute clip of every episode from March.

Episodes from March: 

Ep. 455 - You Don't Need a Better Swing... You Need More Speed

Ep. 457 - There's No Such Thing as Consistency with Dr. Bhrett McCabe (How to Break Free from Suckville 2.0)

Ep. 458 - Going from an 8 to a 1 Without Changing Your Swing (Replay Rate - Coaching Calls)

Rory just won back-to-back Masters, but the real story is what every golfer can learn from his week. Evan and Matt break down the mental game lessons from Rory, Scheffler, Rose, and Cam Young — and why staying in it, hitting it and chasing it, and committing when uncomfortable are the keys to playing your best golf. Plus, a hot take on what the other majors need to change to build the kind of identity Augusta has.

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Did you know The Masters wasn't an immediate success? Did you know Augusta National barely survived the Great Depression? How did the green jacket come to be? Why do they call it Amen Corner? Who was Bobby Jones right-hand man that may be more responsible for the Masters than Bobby Jones himself? Ev and Cerm open the archives for a different episode in spirit of the Masters' return. They dive deep into the history and end on their favorite Masters memories and unpack what the everyday golfer can learn from Bobby Jones.

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Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A popular short-form series compiling bite-sized insights to lift you up and challenge your thinking on the way to your next round. Today's LFG episode is about embracing that golf is a rollercoaster. So why do we keep expecting a calm boat ride? If you've ever been to a Disney theme park, you'll love this episode. 

If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to m...