Vanity Index Podcast

This week, actor Michael Peña joins the show to relive the highs and lows of his game, from a hole‑in‑one with no witnesses to finally acing one on national TV. The guys break down the good, the bad and the ugly of a day on the course versus a day on set, then wrap things up with a simulator closest‑to‑the‑pin challenge on the iconic 17th at TPC Sawgrass. Chad and Wells also tackle a viral “this or that” debate, going to bat for their dream major‑tournament broadcast combo and why it wins.

This week, former NFL Offensive Lineman, Andrew Whitworth joins the Vanity Index Podcast to talk about his passion for golf post his NFL era, having touch while being a 6’ 7" golfer, Hole-In-One’s versus Touchdowns and the boys take on Big Whit for a long drive challenge. 
Chad and Wells also discuss the idea of a world tour and give us their hot takes from the "burnerverse."

This week, Jerry Ferrara joins the Vanity Index Podcast to talk about teeing it up during the Entourage era, Tom Brady’s unforgettable cameo, and what it would look like if Turtle played in the Pebble Beach Pro-Am in the year 2026.

Chad and Wells also break down the traits of a high-IQ golfer and discuss Chad’s non-negotiables for organizing your golf bag.

Legendary broadcaster Jim Nantz joins this week’s episode of the Vanity Index Podcast to discuss the origin of his iconic “Hello friends” welcome, getting emotional in the booth, calling Tiger's 2019 Masters win, and tells an epic story of meeting the Queen of England alongside Arnold Palmer. He then gets introduced to the Burnerverse by Chad, blind-ranks 10 classic club logos, and reads a golf eulogy we can all relate to.

It's a home game this week, with the Genesis Invitational returning to the Vanity Index backyard at Riviera Country Club after moving last year due to L.A. wildfires. Wells and Chad talk about what makes Riviera so special, and it's top-grossing Hollywood ties.
Then golf influencer and personality Paige Spiranac returns to the Vanity Index Podcast to discuss her new venture, Paige Co., talk tour pro thirst traps, and play a game of swipe right or left on top 100 courses.