Guests of the Pod
Should Golf be more Disney?
Firstly - Why do we need another newsletter? Perhaps it’s true that golf has always had an image problem and in the year 2021 it’s tempting to think the game is at a crossroads. Over the last year we’ve heard animated debates about a range of topics, all of which seem to relate to the very spirit of the game: the distance the ball is travelling, classic courses becoming obsolete, prize funds, choices of sponsor, pace of play, flexible memberships, hoodies and dress codes… We’re firm believers that one of golf’s great strengths is that there is space for different approaches. There’s no reason why pay-and-play courses with relaxed dress codes can’t coexist with more traditional clubs where the staple diet is foursomes matchplay under two hours. The growing number of indoor simulators and TopGolf venues in bustling cities also have much to offer, both for the time-strapped [...]
Why do we need another newsletter?
Perhaps it’s true that golf has always had an image problem, as a sport long viewed as the preserve of stuffy and wealthy white men. Yet in 2021 it’s tempting to think the game is at a crossroads. Over the last few months we’ve heard animated debates about a range of topics, all of which seem to relate to the very spirit of the game: the distance the ball is travelling, classic courses becoming obsolete, prize funds, choices of sponsor, pace of play, flexible memberships, hoodies and dress codes... It’s well-known that the covid-19 pandemic resulted in a golfing boom: more rounds being played, more people taking up the game or returning to it, and record equipment sales enjoyed by retailers. Such positive developments have unsurprisingly prompted an outpouring of commentary, with many asking how we can hope to maintain such broad interest beyond the expediency of golf as [...]
072 – David Normoyle on the legacy of Arnold Palmer
In line with the event this week at Bay Hill, Tom & Bruce speak to world renowned Golf historian David Normoyle about his work with the Palmer family on developing the legacy of Arnie and his career. David is a fascinating person to talk to about the game and he offers some really fresh insights about how golf as a sport can do more to keep these stories alive! Latest Products Your bag? [contact-form-7 id="850" /]
071 – WGC Concession Recap
The boys get together for a short sharp 30 minute debrief on the latest from the tour. With loads happening in the game at the moment, we take time to digest how good Morikawa performed at the weekend, as well as some notable returns to form for others. Bruce also looks at Rory's latest performance and what his new role as Chairman of the players committee might mean for his future in the game, as well as sympathising with Brooks' club snapping fiasco. Latest Products Your bag? [contact-form-7 id="850" /]
We Will Play Again: Golf Under Lockdown
With Golf closed across England and Wales under tight restrictions, and everyone around the world affected by the pandemic in some form, we have created a short and uplifting film in collaboration with our friends in the golfing community!
070 – Rethinking Improvement with Adam Young
This week, Bruce and Tom chat to Adam Young, acclaimed instructor and author of the bestselling book ‘The Practice Manual’. Adam offers a fresh take on how we, as golfers, can hope to get improve at this often frustrating sport. In this pod we take a deep dive into the distinction between technique and skill, how to practice more effectively, and we hear about Adam’s own journey towards what he calls ‘golfing enlightenment’. If you’re planning on 2021 being your most productive playing season yet, then this is a good place to start! Latest Products Your bag? [contact-form-7 id="850" /]
