1v1 Matchplay with Michael Peña

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In today's video, Erik meets up with Michael Peña for a 1v1 match at Pelican Golf Club. No spoilers, but it comes down to the line!
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[@quebecgibbins3560]

Not only is Peña a good actor.... dude is a player man. You love to see it.

[@bdbeaudette]

Michael Pena is such an underrated actor imo.

[@leospaceman2976]

His swing looks purrrrre

[@leospaceman2976]

@@TheDangerRandy is erik, too? He seems like a kook

[@dumpygolf]

YES DUDE WE WANT THE POD&PLAY! This is the shit the real fans want to see. Golf and life and everything in-between. I come back to watch these episodes all the time!

[@mzee4076]

Amen Mr. Dump.

[@jjh47888]

Long live the pod and play. PLEASE keep doing them this way. Most "engaged" I've been on any YT golf video in quite a while.

[@garyhoward1475]

Love the pod and play style! Sometimes the golf gets boring and sometimes the pods get boring but mashing them kept me interested the whole time. Great personalities and insight! Keep it up👏👏

[@RandomGolfClubFilms]

Glad you enjoy it, stay tuned for more!

[@donnycutter19]

Totally agree, such a good play to mix in the pod through the holes. Kept me engaged throughout :)

[@BucsGolf]

Michael Pena seems like such a class dude. Excited to sit down and watch this one.

[@diegobert4033]

Just watched him in A Million Miles Away, loved his performance.

[@michaelwright1154]

"I was living on the legacy of dreamers." ~ Michael Peña; all-time most inspiring quote. Pure love.

[@thisjustanother]

absolute banger of a video. Pena is a class act dude. hell of a golfer too

[@alexalguire6733]

Blown away by your retention analytics. I literally said “I’ve missed this format” when I saw the thumbnail. POD and Play is my fav YT golf format. Especially 9 hole match. You guys are the best story tellers in YT golf. Keep doing you!

[@ChalkDiesel]

Absolutely couldn’t agree more!

[@shunoshi]

Next to the breaking series of videos, this is easily my favorite format. It's great to see golf alongside hearing interesting anecdotes and stories.

[@tombland7336]

Love this format. What a great guy Michael is. Got the shivers when he talked about his parents' support for him to follow his dreams - he said so little but just the way he explained it made you feel like you had watched a movie about it. Thanks for the great content, watching it from South Africa, so cudos for the Ernie shout! Tom

[@Morningwoodgolfs]

This is by far one of the best golf videos I’ve seen, and I’ve seen all the big boys on KZbin. The audio is exceptional. The video quality is superb. The editing is masterful. Thank you for releasing this content.

[@RandomGolfClubFilms]

Thanks man we're happy to have you here

[@matrix35]

Michael Pena top 5 celebrity golfers on the planet hands down!

[@JayJay-jx3zg]

22:10 22:10 Thank you for not cutting this part out. We are who we are and shouldn't ever be made to feel less than for that. We don't get to choose, and shame on those who couldn't or still can't accept that. Thank you, Michael Peña for staying true to who you are in the face of adversity.

[@davidreeder5425]

video idea: take a high handicap subscriber and see how much you can improve their game in a weekend. Love the content!

[@bradynichols3811]

I like this. Maybe include lessons from notable instructors

[@corysilseth9123]

​@@bradynichols3811practical instruction. Help them embrace their nuanced swing, just score better

[@arroyojoh]

I volunteer ✋🏽

[@UncleT0ny]

or better yet.. take 4 golfers of various handicaps.. have them play a famous course... from the tips! no gimmes, no mulligans, hard mode

[@MRK892]

I volunteer as tribute

[@itsmewoodygolf]

One of my favorite actors. Love to hear that he never thought about changing his name. So cool of him to do it his way as himself. Awesome!!

[@andrewsheppard2404]

Wow this format (the match with podcast style interview clips in between) is SO GOOD. Love it, unreal production. Well done.

[@JC201039]

1:10 ball is in orbit now

[@peterlalor3380]

This is really great. Breaking up the play with the interview is a great format. More of this!

[@sirblt4923]

This is my 3rd or 4th time watching this episode - not only because Peña is such an all-around solid dude, but the banter between you two is so entertaining! I just watched the episode with Kwon for the 4th time right before this as well! Keep up the incredible content, E.A.L., your production store is so badass & fun to watch!

[@yunakayama2248]

Nothing encapsulates my golf game more than the words spoken at 19:29 😂 This was phenomenal. Erik I know I'm late to the game but I've been meaning to follow you every time I see you featured in other channels. This one popped and I can't wait for the next. Thank you for the content!

[@roopetuukkanen1894]

I love the jabs to long drivers from pena hahaha, what a guy.

[@TallAndTallerGolf]

Eric, the pioneer of KZbin golf is delivering as always!

[@bbien22]

Id like to think Crossfield was the OG

[@shmirginhymer1867]

Crossfield was definitely on the scene first. ​Then maybe Schiels. @bbien22

[@nerde3031]

I think this is legitimately my favorite format I have seen regarding any golf content available right now. I truely hope you keep doing this, you will have a sub for life .

[@RandomGolfClubFilms]

Thanks man, we're workin' on it

[@nerde3031]

@@RandomGolfClubFilms my favorite part about Erik and the brand as a whole is he's relatable, all of it is relatable and it's so much more deep then just watching shots hit and waiting for the low percentage shot to make it popular. Everything from the breaking series to the pod and play series and everything in between.

[@wesleymorton2230]

Absolutely love the pod & play! Please keep the format. MP is one of my favs as well. Great vid!

[@Kavosss]

POD and play is awesome. Such a unique style and really adds to the storyline of the video. Love it and shout out Pena for being a cool ass guy.

[@thelos08]

Such a great vid! Love how the interview and the gameplay were intertwined. Love the personalities! Subbed.

[@sbird24]

Love this series! - Keep it coming!

[@davidhickey8613]

I watch a fair bit of YT golf content, and this format actually keeps me retained longer than just a straight match. It's real, the convo's are interesting and authentic. Eric's a very good interviewer, way better than he is a golfer, so watching him develop that personal connection is what everyone else is lacking.

[@Dhunt_215]

THIS IS THE BEST FORMAT ( POD BACKGROUND OVER THE ROUND) WITH A COOL ASS CELEB (CASSANDRA WAS EASY ON THE EYES TOO) AND ERIC IS A BREATHE OF FRESH KZbin GOLF AIR. THIS SHOULD HAVE MILLIONS OF VIEWS

[@repaircollc]

Love anything Eric does! This was cool as hell. Michael is one hell of a stick! A class act for sure. More please!✌️

[@andrewsorensen1945]

Pod and play is great man. More insight beyond the game. Love it. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@dapperdan343]

Love the pod and play, great video! Thank you! PS Peña’s swing is so nice!

[@danieljames5172]

This pod and play just made me a subscriber. So yes, do more of this. Peña is one of my favorite people of all time! Million Miles Away, End of Watch are 10/10 movies of his. I've watched every one but those are perfect movies.

[@RandomGolfClubFilms]

Thanks man, welcome!

[@Reffitt2]

Truly a fantastic video! Michael Peña is a fantastic actor, and a surprisingly (no offense, Mr. Peña) really good golfer. Hard to pick my favorite movie, but it's either End of Watch or Fury. Both fantastic movies! So nice getting to see these huge actors just have fun doing what they love, just like all of us! Seems like truly good human being!

[@erikswanson3785]

Great format! Always good content. Thanks

[@josephbrosius4654]

Great stuff! You guys are on a roll. Last couple videos have been top notch content! Love it!

[@RandomGolfClubFilms]

Thank you!! We're workin' hard over here

[@jpugh13]

love the pod and plays, keep em coming!

[@Kilbride10]

Love the pod and play! Awesome discussions sprinkled in with some great on course moments. Looking forward to more.

[@CoachKipGolf]

Absolutely love the pod and play. And I listened to the pod first and watched the video. I was not sure if I would stay engaged but I definitely wanted more at the end. Thank you for another great watch and listen. Keep ‘‘em coming.

[@nateyeight.]

Love the pod and play! Keep them coming

[@kenaone25]

Love the Pod & Play! Gives the vids more substance. Keep it up! 🤙🏽

[@RandomGolfClubFilms]

Glad you like 'em!

[@ibecomplex]

Screw the retention. POD and play. This should be its own playlist. And Michael Peña was just fantastic. Viva Mexico Cabrones 🇲🇽

[@HalfSetJeff]

Love the personal stories and the origin story of Michael’s golf journey. Who we are as golfers and how we relate to the game and each other is RGC’s “magic”! Keep making the game better by breaking down perceptions and revealing the “universal truths” of golf!

[@scottnordstrom764]

Love the pod and play. Fave golf content hands down.

[@DonMago323]

Really glad I run into this channel I watch a lot of golf and I've only been playing for 2 yrs and am Latino on my watch to watch everything else you guys have made thanks

[@mileseey7158]

What a fantastic watch! Eric and Michael's round of golf was much more than just a game - it was a deep dive into the soul of golf, where every shot and conversation revealed layers of friendship, professional journeys, and the sheer joy of playing. Michael sharing his journey into golf and its impact was pure gold. And Eric, you have this incredible knack for making golf about so much more than just the sport. This video is a reminder that golf is the backdrop for life's bigger moments - personal growth, connection, and the simple pleasure of a well-hit drive. Eagerly awaiting the next adventure on the greens!

[@KatzTube]

loved the story about Brad Pitt and Shia saying "We're F'd". The dry humor in this vid is fantastic. Great job as always!

[@nathanfuhrman-renwick2546]

Pod and plays are great! keep em coming

[@darrenhall9770]

Much love from the UK. Great videos and this format is great 👍. Your love for the game is what keeps me watching

[@paparoachschecter]

Such a great video!!! Michael is the man!! Loved it

[@mickeyward1878]

Love these style videos you guys produce… this is the way to go!

[@ericpeters7683]

The pod and play format is incredible. Nicely done! Keep them coming, Erik.

[@anilvirginia]

Such a good vibe. Love him as an actor, even more as a good dude. Love this.

[@hazard_us132]

This is the first video I've seen from this channel and i loved it. I'm now a subscriber and looking forward to more

[@Agent28Rock]

Same!

[@mikedorsi5926]

Love how you are including parts of the interview during the actual match. Really keeps things alive and feeling good. Great editing!

[@RandomGolfClubFilms]

More to come!

[@nicksherlock7442]

Fell in love with RGC with these playandpods. Keep em going!

[@dalyje]

This format is incredible - keep this up!

[@jonathonwoodard2097]

Congrats Eric at the growth of the cast, loved it from the start and even more that your living in Austin. Being from Austin and living in Hawaii watching the growth has been amazing.

[@jamesbradford5503]

Love the Pod ‘n’ Play - keep ‘em going! Love ‘the Pena’ - excellent video!

[@sycadelic666]

Love these pod and plays!

[@krismarch3718]

What a great episode. Pena is a player! Seems like a great guy to walk the course with. Awesome video. Really enjoyed it

[@alberto7ocampo7afc]

Love the Pod&Play. Quintessential RGC with the production quality to tell great golf stories.

[@ramonmoreno1658]

Love your channel. The content you do is my favorite. Keep up on the awesome work you are doing.

[@pierregodeau4286]

Love the format, and Peña was a cool guy 👊🏼

[@LeeCharles90]

Such a great player to watch…., on the screen and on the course……. Solid dude 👍🇬🇧

[@salrc51]

Loved this one, with Cass and Mr. Peña! This is GOLF ⛳️

[@tylerdodd55]

Love this actor and the fact that he's a great golfer just moved him to number one in my book

[@tonymullarkey7949]

This is an excellent pod and play Erik! Magic guest in Sr. Peña, great banter and solid golf on a great track ⛳️ More of this please 🙏

[@J_ONeal]

Love the pod and play format.

[@Kyrothes]

The videography, the editing, the music choice, and the story telling is so good!

[@reggiekush425]

The pod and play is honestly the best format I've come across. I haven't watched a full 40 minute video in a while but I stuck around for this one. I didn't know Michael was so good!

[@RandomGolfClubFilms]

Thanks man!

[@user-yn7ve6gs7c]

Love the pod and play! Great video…

[@johnthevessel]

What a beast ass pod and play! I can see why retention is low though. We're used to quick moving content these days. So maybe, it seems like we're being taken away from the golf and content when you move to the pod segment? It would be hard to achieve the depth during cart rides only. But if we stayed on the course and got that depth? Not sure if that would increase retention. Great job Eric and RGC team! Crushing

[@benlemoi3515]

Pod and play is dope. Good golf and a great interview all mashed together, can’t ask for much more. Peña is such a great guy too just awesome video

[@SoParSoGood]

Loved this format!!! I thought I was going to drop off after the first 2 minutes but Michael 's buttery swing was mesmerizing!

[@idanielhan]

I've been waiting to see when Michael Pena's first KZbin match was going to be. He's clearly on all the golf IGs. Pretty stoked about this one!

[@mark82421]

Brilliant, loving the chemistry, nice round !

[@Omnis2]

I love that it's a match between two shlubs with Cass and Bobby just waiting on them at every hole.

[@gavinbanton3511]

needed this this week keep the pod and play

[@JTheMoneyable]

this is the first episode of this channel i've ever seen and i think the pod & play format is fkn great. i really like this. also, a big fan of michael pena. so yeah, just got a new sub from me. keep this up guys

[@RandomGolfClubFilms]

Welcome to team RGC! We're glad to have ya

[@jessephillips5927]

I like the pod golf format! Nice and chill. Keep ‘em coming!

[@ultimatebadass1]

Loved this video structure-big fan of your content. 🎉

[@gatorthomas]

Absolutely love the pod & play

[@ronsoderstrom7967]

I have great retention. Love the format. Love the channel. More please. Thank you

[@PYGolf]

Pod and play!!! It's by far the best format for a guest like Mr Pena. What a dude. New fan

[@gianni8057]

PodPlays are my favorite style of videos ! Keep it up ! It’s so entertaining!

[@blakesmith4257]

The Pod and Play is an elite form of entertainment, never let it go. Always here for it 🤝

[@jasontorres586]

Love the format of the videos

[@rexus10]

One of my fave things about golf, is being pleasantly surprised finding out a person can “PLAY” golf. Antman’s sidekick is no doubt a player.

[@troygandee875]

I love the format!

[@michaelrodriguez7598]

Great watch! Michael has game 🙌🏽🚨🏌🏽‍♂️

[@coryj5157]

Loved the vid and the concept. It’s cool to see these people as people instead of icons or characters. You do a normal golf vid and you don’t get lines like “I’m living off the legacy of dreamers.”

[@dbl.d3504]

I soo respect M P your points have gone up by 100% GREAT MOVIE ACTOR !!!!

[@BigStowie]

I love this style of content!

[@johnnyr4301]

Love the pod and play. Peña is so smooth, Mr. Tempo.

[@shauntapia2333]

This was my favorite episode in a long time. The Pod and Play is a great format, what you like is what I like.

[@scottjackson3873]

Love the pod & play format

[@nreifer04]

I live a few blocks from The Pelican and this is the most I’ve seen of it. Love the Pod and Play, and love Pena!

[@bmac8]

Loving this format. I always listen to the pod and watch the videos, this takes both to another level. F the algorithm! Also I will not miss the next mad scramble.

[@RandomGolfClubFilms]

We'll see you there!!

[@Hard_7_Iron]

I love these type videos! Golf with good people is the perfect way to spend the day. Well done! ❤

[@TreyWK]

I could watch you guys play golf all day.One of the best videos. Thank you for your content