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The Best Clapback In History

March 03, 202600:20
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There was an article in 2018 Golf Digest
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which called your at the US Open
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underwhelming. Did that [ __ ] you off?
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>> You can respond in different ways,
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right? You can respond with anger which
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I never done. I responded with humor.
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Made the guy look silly.
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>> Your response is something like at least
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the trophy still loves me. I think I put
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a post-it note and then wrote tears on
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the trophy and put on the trophy and I
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said, "Oh, I just told the trophy that
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been written about you. and free upset.

Podspun Insights

In this episode, the conversation takes a playful turn as the guest reflects on a past critique from Golf Digest that labeled their performance at the US Open as underwhelming. Instead of letting the comment get under their skin, they chose to respond with humor, showcasing a lighthearted approach to criticism. The guest shares a hilarious anecdote about how they adorned their trophy with a post-it note that read 'tears,' turning a potentially hurtful moment into a comedic one. This exchange not only highlights the importance of resilience in the face of criticism but also emphasizes the power of laughter as a coping mechanism. The episode is a delightful reminder that sometimes, the best response to negativity is to embrace it with a smile and a clever quip.

Badges

This episode stands out for the following:

  • 85
    Best overall
  • 80
    Most unserious (in a good way)
  • 75
    Most quotable
  • 70
    Funniest

Episode Highlights

  • Handling Criticism with Humor
    Instead of anger, humor was the chosen response to criticism at the US Open.
    “I responded with humor.”
    @ 00m 07s
    March 03, 2026
  • A Lighthearted Trophy Moment
    A playful interaction with a trophy, showcasing resilience and humor in the face of criticism.
    “At least the trophy still loves me.”
    @ 00m 10s
    March 03, 2026

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • US Open Critique00:02
  • Humor Over Anger00:07
  • Trophy Love00:10