Best Golfclub Podcasts (2024)

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Mark Schlake, Club Passport | Episode No. 423 1:00:18

1h ago1:00:18

1:00:18

Club Passport is an app that streamlines private club operations by providing easy access to training materials, secure document sharing, and advanced features like Speech-to-Text and AI-generated minutes for meetings. It enhances communication and simplifies club management. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf …

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Trending Topics with England Golf - Sustainability (including on-site at the EG Conference) 52:46

3d ago52:46

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The latest episode of Trending Topics focuses on Sustainability but we do it through the lense of the recent England Golf Sustainability conference at Woodhall Spa. Owen James and Caitlin Mcmillan rolled out a great day's education and thought leadership which included some key figures in the industry and this particular space. The event broke sust…

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Dave Barton, PGA, National Alliance for Accessible Golf | Episode No. 422 1:07:59

6h ago1:07:59

1:07:59

The National Alliance for Accessible Golf is the leader in inclusion—working to ensure the opportunity for all individuals with disabilities to play the game of golf. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Dave shares the story of how he became involved with the organization, delves into the Alliance’s partne…

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Michael Herd (KK&W) on Recruitment - GCTUK 100! 50:27

1h ago50:27

50:27

We've reached 100!! It's our 100th episode of GCTUK. After Leighton & Eddie catch up and look back at 100 episodes, Leighton is joined by Michael Herd, Head of International Search & Consulting - Kopplin, Kuebler & Wallace - our new show partner. Michael talks us through what's happening at KK&W, but also some current trends in recruitment includin…

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Nick Daher, E.A. Photography | Episode No. 421 1:05:14

6d ago1:05:14

1:05:14

Founded in 1945, E.A. Photography began by offering high-quality portraits to professionals. Now a leader in executive and family portraiture, the studio blends traditional techniques with modern digital photography, ensuring unmatched quality and craftsmanship. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Nick tak…

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GCMA Insights - Advanced Management Program Overview 27:37

17d ago27:37

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The GCMA's new Advanced Management Program aimed at educating and developing Golf Club Managers - is on the verge of launching. Leighton is joined by Tom Brooke who talks about the motivations behind the program, what it is and why managers should take part. Gareth Morgan, who recently started in his role as Professional Development Manager, also j…

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Everett Diem, Eden Mill St Andrews | Episode No. 420 43:50

15d ago43:50

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Eden Mill St Andrews is an independently owned distillery in the Lowlands region of Scotland. Operating since 2012 on a 38-acre site owned by the University of St Andrews, Eden Mill became Scotland's first single-site brewery & distillery. Today Eden Mill produces award winning gins and scotches, bringing the Spirit of St Andrews to the world. On t…

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Monique Landman-Bovenkamp - Leading with Empathy and Heart - GCTUK 99 48:42

10d ago48:42

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Leighton & Eddie welcome Monique Landman-Bovenkamp of "Unchain People and Change" to the show. It's a warm and open discussion on Leaders bringing "heart and empathy" to their roles and clubs. Monique has worked inside and outside of Golf and has long pushed for heart in the boardroom with a view that we can't achieve the best results as organisati…

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Jennifer Maloy, MGI Golf | Episode No. 419 58:14

27d ago58:14

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MGI Golf, founded in 1993 and headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, specializes in designing, developing, and distributing electric golf caddies. The company is renowned for its innovative golf technology, offering a variety of caddies to suit diverse golfer needs. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Jenn…

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Trending Topics with England Golf 3 - Respect in Golf! 41:17

16d ago41:17

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Trending Topics with England Golf is back and on this episode we're talking about the Respect in Golf Campaign with Matt Draper, Ben White - Comms Director and Toni Shelbourn - Brand and Campaigns Manager. This is a great initiative being led by England Golf and one that looks to improve the image of Golf through showing that Golf belongs to everyo…

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Derek Sussner, Sussner | Episode No. 418 1:25:29

25d ago1:25:29

1:25:29

Sussner specializes in helping private clubs define and design their brands. They work to energize and materialize iconic member brands through strategic brand development and design services. Their offerings include brand strategy, identity design, and marketing materials to enhance the club's image and engagement with members. On this episode of …

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GCMA Insights - Men You Need to Listen to This! Women in the Golf industry 1:19:41

1M ago1:19:41

1:19:41

A thought provoking, inspiring and relevant discussion this week where Leighton is joined by 5 women from different sectors of the Golf Industry: Natalie McColl - Membership Services Manager - GCMA Nicole Wheatley - Owner Medi8 Candi Watkins - General Manager - Sharpley Golf Club Karen Drake - General Manager - Clevedon Golf Club Claire Docker - Ga…

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Igor Vainshtein, GolfTrak Launch Monitor App | Episode No. 417 1:04:24

1M ago1:04:24

1:04:24

The GolfTrak Launch Monitor App is a comprehensive golf performance tracking tool designed to help golfers of all levels improve their game. This app utilizes advanced technology to monitor and analyze various aspects of a golfer's performance, including swing speed, ball trajectory, distance, and accuracy. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Pl…

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Breifne O'Brien, GreenGolfBall | Episode No. 416 1:05:40

1M ago1:05:40

1:05:40

GreenGolfBall is a premier Irish Golf Tour company with a proven track record of reliable service, great value, and local knowledge that ensures that you make the most from your golfing trip to Ireland. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Breifne explains what GreenGolfBall is, overviews the Irish Golf Tou…

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Matt Nicholson (Golf News) and Alan Plumb (Savills) - GCTUK 98 1:24:11

1M ago1:24:11

1:24:11

Two interviews on episode 98 with Eddie talking to Matt Nicholson, owner and author at Golf News. Golf News is a dedicated Golf Newspaper in the UK and was started in 1994 by Matt. The publication continues to bring an unrivalled mix of club news, course reviews, exclusive player interviews, equipment reviews, travel features and competitions that …

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GCMA Insights - Workforce Survey Findings 59:20

2M ago59:20

59:20

A recent workforce survey was carried out by Sporting Insights on the state of the Golf industry workforce. The survey, commissioned and supported by GCMA, R&A, BIGGA, England Golf, Wales Golf, Golf Ireland and Scottish Golf - provides a valuable insight and measure into the health of the workforce across multiple areas. This information is key to …

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Balbinka Korzeniowska, Playing Through | Episode No. 415 55:01

1M ago55:01

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Playing Through is a fictionalized story honoring the real life sports and civil rights heroine Ann Gregory, the first woman of color to enter a USGA tournament. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Balbinka explains how the film came to be, remembers the challenges she faced while filming during the pandem…

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Emma Ballard - Women & Golf and Rob Saunders on Toptracer - GCTUK 97 1:04:52

2M ago1:04:52

1:04:52

Leighton is joined by Emma Ballard for a catch up on what's happening at Women & Golf and her take on Golf generally. Emma always has some insightful thoughts on the game and industry and she will also be up at the AIG Women's Open in late August for the last major of the year! Rob Saunders then joins from our new show partner - Toptracer! Toptrace…

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Janis Thornton, CPT, TPI, NASM, JT Fitness & Golf | Episode No. 414 54:27

2M ago54:27

54:27

JT Fitness & Golf specializes in fitness and golf-centric content and services. Their platform provides a wealth of resources, expert advice, and products designed specifically for golfers, with a focus on enhancing performance, strength, and overall health related to golf activities. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by E…

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Trending Topics with England Golf - DNA report 42:52

2M ago42:52

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On this month's Trending Topics with England Golf, we welcome back Matt Draper and Gavin Anderson for a deep dive into their DNA report which was recently released. The DNA report is a collection of statistics across many of the key areas of England Golf's remit and the landscape of Golf. The data is being collected on the ground via Club Support O…

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GCMA Insights - Daniel Lightfoot, Director of Sustainable Golf R&A 47:26

2M ago47:26

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We're joined by the Director of Sustainable Golf from the R&A, Daniel Lightfoot. Daniel who has an impressive resume from the Golf industry and greenkeeping, is currently at the forefront of promoting the R&A's vision for sustainable Golf. Working his way through the five pillars of sustainability for the R&A, Daniel breaks down the aims into simpl…

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Jenny Duce, CCM, LPGA, North Ranch Country Club | Episode No. 413 56:50

2M ago56:50

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North Ranch Country Club is a private country club located in Westlake Village, California. The club is known for its beautiful setting and a range of amenities that cater to both golf enthusiasts and those seeking a luxurious lifestyle. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Jenny talks about her journey to …

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Tom Neill, Private Club Historical | Episode No. 412 1:13:26

2M ago1:13:26

1:13:26

For private clubs who wish to unify and enhance their members' experience with history, Private Club Historical discovers, designs, and displays a club's unique history - past, present, and moving into the future. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Tom details the scope of their work and their range of se…

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Women in Golf Leadership Programme - GCTUK 96 1:13:41

2M ago1:13:41

1:13:41

In this episode we explore and celebrate the R&A Women in Golf Leadership programme. Leighton and Eddie are joined by four women from the industry who are either driving, mentoring or participating in the programme. Jackie Davidson – Director of Golf Development at R&A Vicky Cuming – Mentor/Coach Bee Craft – Golfbreaks.com and delegate from previou…

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David Hodgson, Club Core | Episode No. 411 59:59

3M ago59:59

59:59

Club Core is a platform for club managers to streamline communication, education, and workflow automation. It features a built-in messaging system, micro-learning modules for staff training, and automated workflows for tasks like onboarding and document management. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, David…

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Brora GC and Crieff GC on Being Near A Big Venue - GCTUK 95 53:39

3M ago53:39

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A really interesting conversation this week with Anna McLean (Crieff GC), David Gemmell (Brora GC) and David MacFarlane of Caddie Marketing. Crieff is located near Gleneagles and Brora near Royal Dornoch. The chat explores the benefits, downsides and opportunities of being located near a big Golfing venue which attracts a lot of tourist play. Over …

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Marc Sulkes, Retro Golf Guy | Episode No. 410 49:01

3M ago49:01

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Nothing beats hitting a 50+ year old "Wood" Driver "On The Screws" or the feel of a well struck vintage blade... Then add in a little retro style. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Marc talks about what inspired him to start Retro Golf Guy, explains what retro means to him, shares where he's shooting mos…

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Toni Shibayama, ISU/S&K Financial and Insurance Service, Inc. | Episode No. 409 1:13:11

3M ago1:13:11

1:13:11

With over $500M in premiums written and as a member of ISU International, S&K helps companies create healthier and safer work environments that are free from unnecessary risk and lead to higher employee productivity. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Toni Shibayama discusses her daily routine, shares her…

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Trending Topics with England Golf - Introduction 37:38

3M ago37:38

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In our first episode of Trending Topics, we welcome Matt Draper - Club, County, and Membership Director, Gavin Anderson - Club, County and Membership Operations Manager and Jeremy Tomlinson - CEO Jeremy gives us his view on where England Golf sees itself currently as well as his thoughts on where the Golf industry sits. He also talks about the "Res…

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Norm Spitzig, MCM, Master Club Advisors | Episode No. 408 55:05

3M ago55:05

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Norm Spitzig is a renowned speaker, author, and consultant in the private club industry. Spitzig is known for his expertise in club governance, strategic planning, and leadership. He has authored several books, including the "Private Club Management" series, which offers insights and best practices for managing private clubs effectively. On this ep…

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Kriss Akabusi & Jim Croxton (BIGGA) - GCTUK 94 1:50:50

3M ago1:50:50

1:50:50

Eddie and Leighton catch up and amongst other topics, they discuss the success of Eddie's "Lunch & Learn" on World Environment Day. Eddie then speaks to Kriss Akabusi - Commenwealth Games, European Championships, World Championship and Olympian athlete. Kriss shares his passion for golf , how the game has helped him from a mental health aspect, to …

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Jane Blalock, JBC Golf | Episode No. 407 1:07:58

4M ago1:07:58

1:07:58

Jane Blalock is a former LPGA Tour champion who won 27 times and is perhaps best known for her record 299 consecutive tournaments played without missing a cut. She is the CEO of JBC Golf, the only national, woman-owned golf-event management and marketing firm. Jane also fulfills the role of CEO for the Women's Senior Golf Tour – which is currently …

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GCMA Insights on GCTUK - Energy, Saving Money & Renewables 23:02

3M ago23:02

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A snappy episode this month where we welcome Darren Wood from GCMA and Barry Ersoz from Energy Direct Group. Barry shares some great tips around Energy procurement and how to ensure youy're paying the best possible price, including being aware of commission! There's also some good tips on saving energy and therefore money at your facility, along wi…

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