The Cart Barn Podcast

This week on The Cart Barn Podcast, Chris Lemley and Gregg Dewalt continue their coverage from the practice range at the Regions Tradition with two guests who Alabama sports and entertainment fans will immediately recognize.First, U.S. Senator and former Auburn football coach Tommy Tuberville joins us to discuss golf in Washington, playing with fellow senators, the future of NIL and the transfer portal, his campaign for Governor of Alabama, and why golf remains one of the best ways to learn about people.Then, American Idol winner Taylor Hicks stops by to talk music, golf, Shoal Creek, John Daly's songwriting, Alice Cooper's influence on his golf game, and life on the road.Topics include:• Tommy Tuberville on NIL and college athletics• Golf in Washington, D.C.• Playing with President Trump and fellow senators• Running for Governor of Alabama• Taylor Hicks on American Idol• Shoal Creek and Alabama golf• John Daly's music career• Alice Cooper's golf influence• Bucket-list golf destinations• Behind-the-scenes at the Regions TraditionThe Cart Barn Podcast explores the people, stories, history, and culture that make golf special, with a focus on Alabama and beyond.

Patton Kizzire opens up about the six-year gap between PGA Tour wins — what went wrong, what changed, and how discipline and mental preparation brought him back.This isn’t just tour life. It’s a conversation about doubt, drift, habits, and rebuilding at the highest level of professional golf.📄 FULL SHOW NOTES Two-time PGA Tour winner Patton Kizzire joins The Cart Barn for a candid conversation about the six-year stretch between victories — and what it really took to win again.After winning twice early in his PGA Tour career, Patton entered a long drought that forced him to confront his preparation, mindset, and discipline. In this episode, he explains:What happens mentally during a winless stretchWhy preparation — not swing changes — became the focusThe habits he rebuilt to regain controlWhat winning in Napa meant after six yearsLife behind the scenes on the PGA TourCompeting against Rickie FowlerGrowing up in Alabama and choosing AuburnIf you care about performance, discipline, and competing at a high level — in golf or anywhere else — this episode delivers real insight.Hosted by Chris Lemley and Gregg Dewalt.Patton Kizzire PGA Tour PGA Tour comeback Golf mental game Professional golf mindset Korn Ferry Tour PGA Tour win drought Golf discipline Tour life Golf podcast00:00 – Cold open: “I wasn’t in control…” 03:10 – Growing up in Alabama 12:45 – Auburn and SEC golf 18:50 – Korn Ferry breakout season 26:00 – First PGA Tour win 33:00 – The six-year drought 41:30 – Mental reset and discipline 48:00 – Life on tour 58:00 – Quick fire

Gary Williams is one of the most recognizable voices in modern golf media, best known for his long run on Morning Drive and now as the host of Five Clubs on SiriusXM and Golf Channel.In this episode of The Cart Barn, Gary joins Chris Lemley and Gregg Dewalt for a wide-ranging, story-driven conversation that goes far beyond television golf. Gary reflects on his journey into the game, the relationships that shaped his career, and the moments behind the scenes that most fans never see.We talk about:The origin and rise of Morning DriveArnold Palmer, Joe Gibbs, and the early days of Golf ChannelGolf as a participatory game, not just a televised sportFather-son golf memories and why they matterThe philosophy behind Five Clubs and “it’s the time, not the score”Dogs on the course, Sweetens Cove, Landmand, and the future of golf gatheringsThis is a thoughtful, personal conversation about golf, legacy, curiosity, and why the game continues to connect people across generations.

John Gibbs takes us inside the untold early days of the Golf Channel—from a bold idea to a full-scale network launch. As a founding executive, John shares how the channel came to life, the critical role of Arnold Palmer, near-miss financial moments, and what it took to build a 24/7 golf network from scratch.The conversation also dives into John’s own competitive golf journey—playing in U.S. Senior Opens, Senior Amateurs, and his lifelong passion for the game at Limestone Springs Golf Club. Packed with golf history, wisdom, and classic Arnold Palmer stories, this is a must-listen for golfers and golf fans alike.Episode Highlights:How a lunch conversation turned into the Golf ChannelWhy Arnold Palmer was the key to instant credibilityBuilding studios, hiring 200+ people, and launching in 1995Near-bankruptcy moments and the Comcast dealJohn’s experience playing elite senior amateur golfLessons on longevity, mechanics, and mindset in golfWhy fear—not talent—is golf’s biggest enemyNotable Stories:Arnold Palmer’s “did you come out here to lay up?” momentPlaying practice rounds with Hale IrwinCompeting in U.S. Senior Opens and Senior AmateursLife, golf, and perspective at Limestone Springs

Birmingham native Gordon Sargent joins The Cart Barn Podcast to walk through his journey from junior golf and Mountain Brook High School to Vanderbilt, Augusta National, and now full PGA TOUR status. Gordon shares insights on college golf, NIL, Augusta nerves, elite ball-speed, mentorship, and what life is really like transitioning from a team environment to professional golf.In this episode, Gregg Dewalt and Chris Lemley sit down with Gordon Sargent, one of the most exciting young talents in golf and a proud product of Alabama golf.Topics include:Growing up at Birmingham Country Club and Shoal CreekThe legendary Mountain Brook High School golf teamsChoosing Vanderbilt and navigating elite college golfWinning the NCAA Individual ChampionshipPlaying Augusta National and staying in the Crow’s NestNIL, equipment loyalty, and working with Titleist & NikePGA TOUR University Accelerated and earning full TOUR statusAdjusting to life on TOUR without teammatesElite distance, ball speed, and course managementStaying grounded, giving back, and keeping Birmingham as homeThis is a thoughtful, honest conversation with a player who understands both the grind and the privilege of the journey.🎧 Listen now and subscribe to The Cart Barn Podcast for more stories from the world of golf.