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Welcome to The Luke Alfred Show. I have 30 years of experience on the front lines of sports journalism, covering some of the biggest games in cricket, rugby, the Fifa World Cup, and even the Olympic Games. Come and join me, as we learn about the greatest sports stories you’ve never heard. Donate to The Luke Alfred Show on Patreon. Get full written episodes of the show a day early on Substack. Buy your copy of my book: Vuvuzela Dawn: 25 Sporting Stories that Shaped a New Nation Check out The ...
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Beyond The Tour is a weekly podcast that goes behind the scenes of the professional golf world. Hosts Jake Hower and Luke Manning provide expert analysis and commentary on the latest events across all tours - including the PGA Tour, LIV Golf, and the majors. Each episode recaps the key tournaments, breaking down the biggest storylines, winners, upsets, and controversies from the previous week. From dissecting the rising impact of the LIV Golf League to handicapping the majors and everything ...
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Luke Manning sits down with Adam Mills, the superintendent of Royal Queensland Golf Club, to discuss the upcoming Australian PGA Championship. They dive into a recap of recent tournaments including the DP World Tour Championship and New South Wales Open. Discover the challenges faced by Adam and his team due to recent wet weather, insights into cou…
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In Episode 27 of Beyond the Tour, Jake and Luke catch up after a break and discuss the latest golf tournaments, including the PGA Tour in Mexico, the DP World Tour’s HSBC Championship in Abu Dhabi, and the Australasia PGA Tour's Senior Championship. They also explore the upcoming TGL golf league, the New South Wales Open featuring Cam Smith, and al…
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Join us as we dive into the world of Luke Bar$, the Haitian-American hip-hop artist making waves in the music and fashion scenes. Hailing from Brockton, Massachusetts, Luke Bar$ brings a unique voice and perspective to hip-hop, blending his Haitian heritage with modern beats and lyrical depth. Known for his gritty, relatable storytelling and powerf…
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Stand-Up On The Spot at Skankfest Vegas! Featuring completely improvised sets from Mark Normand, Sam Tallent, Dan Cummins, Aaron Berg & Jeremiah Watkins. No material. Comedians create Stand-Up On The Spot off audience suggestions. Everything is covered from Summer Camp to Milfs, Grunting, Growing up in a Trailer Park, Vegas stories & more! You know…
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Join hosts Luke Manning and Jake Hower as they tackle the thrilling chaos of simultaneous golf events across Asia in this engaging episode of Beyond the Tour. What happens when the PGA, European, LPGA, and more all compete for your attention? Dive into the highlights from the Zozo Championship, where Nico triumphed and JT struggled with the putter.…
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Join us as we explore the unique benefits of lie angle balanced putters with insights from innovator Bill Presse. Discover the science behind these putters, the importance of proper fitting, and personalized fitting experiences. Learn how modern putter designs enhance stability, consistency, and overall putting performance. Follow Us: Luke Manning …
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Dive into the latest golf highlights, including Hannah Green's impressive win at the BMW Ladies Championship and Elvis Smylie's dramatic victory at the WA Open amidst torrential rain. We also explore JT Poston's triumph at the Shriners and the nail-biting 9-hole playoff at the Andalusia Masters. Discover insights on the challenges faced by Australi…
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Stand-Up On The Spot! Featuring completely improvised sets from Ian Fidance, Jason Banks, Damon Darling, Fumi Abe, Lea'h Sampson & Jeremiah Watkins. No material. Comedians create Stand-Up On The Spot off audience suggestions. Everything is covered from T-Pain to Tony Hawk, Camouflage, Breakdancing, Joe Biden, & more! You know Ian Fidance from his p…
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Join Jake in this special episode as he dives into an archived podcast from 2015 featuring Peter Finch, a renowned PGA teaching professional and influential YouTube golfer. Discover Peter's fascinating journey from traditional golf coaching to becoming a dynamic online content creator and his ambitious quest to qualify for the Open. Explore the wid…
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In this week’s episode, we dive into Matt McCarty's groundbreaking win at the Black Desert Championship, his journey from the KFT, and his promising prospects on the PGA Tour. We also analyze the performance of other players including Kevin Streelman and Steven Jaeger, and discuss McCarty's key challenges moving forward. Additionally, the episode c…
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In this insightful episode of the Game Changers Podcast, we sit down with Mia George, a leading Sport Business Professional, to discuss how she’s leveraging the power of sports for social good. Mia shares her journey in the sports industry and how she's using her expertise to create lasting community impact. From youth empowerment to fostering soci…
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Stand-Up On The Spot! Featuring completely improvised sets from Jordan Jensen, Libbie Higgins, Toby McMullen, Ken Flores, Luke Null & Jeremiah Watkins. No material. Comedians create Stand-Up On The Spot off audience suggestions. Everything is covered from Skydiving to Handicap Dating Apps, Tortas, Night Club Stories, Jordan Jensen's Type & more! Yo…
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In this episode of Beyond the Tour, host Jake Hower talks with Bill Donald, General Manager of the prestigious Cathedral Lodge Golf Club in Australia. Bill shares his journey from Ireland to Melbourne, discusses the unique allure and exclusivity of Cathedral Lodge, and reflects on the challenges and joys of managing a private golf club. The convers…
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In this episode of the Game Changers Podcast, we sit down with Jaime Young, a passionate youth mental health advocate, to discuss the growing mental health crisis among young people today. Jaime shares her personal journey, the challenges youth face, and practical steps we can all take to support those struggling with mental health issues. From bre…
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In Episode 22 of our podcast, hosts Jake and Luke take a deep dive into the week's significant golf events. They break down the President's Cup, discussing its entertaining yet predictable outcome, the impact of team experience, and how the course setup influenced the results. A thorough analysis of player performances, including the dominance of t…
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What would you do if your dreams seemed out of reach due to financial barriers? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Rahym Augustin-Joseph, whose journey from St. Lucia to higher education in political science and law is a testament to resilience and adaptability. Initially aspiring to become a lawyer, Rahym had to navigate significant financ…
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In this episode of Beyond the Tour, hosts Jake and Luke dive into the recent LIV Golf Team Championship, discussing the Ripper GC's victory and standout performances. They analyze the event's format, crowd attendance, and its implications for the future of golf. The conversation then shifts to other significant golf events, including Billy Horschel…
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Stand-Up On The Spot! Featuring completely improvised sets from & Jeremiah Watkins. No material. Comedians create Stand-Up On The Spot off audience suggestions. Everything is covered from & more! You know Maz Jobrani from his special The Birds & The Bees, Brown and Friendly & The Immigrant. Orny Adams you know from Teen Wolf and his special More Th…
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In episode 20 of Beyond the Tour, Jake and Luke return from a week off to discuss the latest in golf. They dive into Jon Rahm's victory at LIV Chicago and his ascent as the LIV Golf Individual Champion. The conversation covers the Irish Open, where Rory McIlroy faced another final-day stumble, and Rasmus Højgaard secured a win. The episode touches …
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Stand-Up On The Spot! Featuring completely improvised sets from Akaash SIngh, Joe Gatto, Big Jay Oakerson, Kevin Ryan, H. Foley & Jeremiah Watkins. No material. Comedians create Stand-Up On The Spot off audience suggestions. You know Joe Gatto from Impractical Jokers. Akaash Singh from Flagrant and his one hour special Gaslit. Big Jay Oakerson you …
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Join Jake and Luke as they dive deep into the season finale of the PGA Tour. From heated rants about tournament conditions and OWGR points to the highlights and controversies of the event, they cover it all. Discussing the performances of top players like Scottie Scheffler, Colin Morikawa and Sahith Thegala, they explore the season ending tournamen…
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Send us a text The 1970 World Cup: A Journey Through the Heat and History As the 1970 World Cup kicked off in Mexico, many feared that the blistering heat would drain the energy out of the tournament. Noon kick-offs were scheduled to accommodate European viewers, but under the Mexican sun, concerns loomed large. Early matches seemed to confirm the …
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Julien Alfred is the focus of our latest Chess Moves Edition of the Game Changers Podcast! 🏅 We dive into how Caribbean people—and individuals everywhere—can draw inspiration from her incredible success. Follow Game Changers: Instagram: https://instagram.com/game_changers75... Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/101274468719929/ TikTok: @gamechangers7…
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Join Jake and Luke in Episode 18 of Beyond the Tour as they dive into the FedEx Cup Playoffs. They discuss Keegan Bradley's win at the BMW and the race for the big money at Eastlake (Tour Championship). Tune in as they analyze performances, share insights on players like Adam Scott, Ludwig Aberg, and Xander Shauffele, They also preview upcoming tou…
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Stand-Up On The Spot! Featuring completely improvised sets from Jordan Jensen, Ian Bagg, Craig Conant, JR DeGuzman, Ron G & Jeremiah Watkins. No material. Comedians create Stand-Up On The Spot off audience suggestions. You know Jordan Jensen from Bein Ian with Jordan, RIP Jordan Jensen, Ian Bagg you know from his hilarious crowd work and specials, …
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In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Che Dyer, a young probation officer, to dive deep into the growing crisis of juvenile delinquency. Che shares real-life stories, explores the hidden causes driving youth into crime, and discusses the challenges of working with at-risk teens. From the impact of broken homes to the influence of social med…
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In Episode 17 of Beyond the Tour, Jake and Luke dive into the latest in golf as we approach the business end of the season. They cover Hideki Matsuyama's clutch win on the PGA Tour, discuss the exciting LIV Playoff between Rahm and Koepka, and analyze the Scottish Open win on the LPGA Tour. The episode features insights and discussion about key pla…
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Send us a text The 1984 Wallabies: A Historic Grand Slam In 1984, the Australian Wallabies embarked on an 18-match tour of Great Britain, a journey that would etch their names in rugby history. Under the leadership of captain Andrew Slack and coach Alan Jones, the Wallabies faced formidable opponents, losing to Cardiff, Llanelli, Ulster, and South …
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In this episode of Beyond the Tour, Jake and Luke discuss their post-Olympics thoughts, including the shocking breakdance performance of RayGun and the impressive win by Lydia Ko at Le Golf Nationale. They cover Aaron Rai’s win at the Wyndham Championship including the Kuch controversy, and the International Series in England, highlighting Peter Ui…
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Stand-Up On The Spot! Featuring completely improvised sets from Erik Griffin, Tommy Pope, Dulce Sloan, Wolves of Glendale & Jeremiah Watkins. No material. Comedians create Stand-Up On The Spot off audience suggestions. You know Erik Griffin from Workaholics, Kill Tony, Tommy Pope from Stuff Island and Tires on Netflix, Dulce Sloan from The Daily Sh…
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Send us a text The Essence of Sitting Around Sitting around is a fundamental human activity. Before we could walk, we sat. This quiet, contemplative act is foundational, and in the context of the Olympics, it becomes a stage for profound human drama. The Origins of the Olympics: A Story of Tortoises and Hares The concept of the Olympics might well …
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Join Jake and Luke as they dive into the Olympics buzz on this episode of Beyond the Tour. From late nights and early mornings filled with Olympic hype to an in-depth discussion of the recent men's individual golf event at Le Golfe Nationale, they cover it all. Explore the unexpected crowd turnout, Rahm's shocking meltdown, and Scottie's stunning f…
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Send us a text Marathon Mishaps: Stockholm 1912 The Stockholm 1912 Olympics provided some of the most bizarre and tragicomical moments in Olympic history, particularly in the marathon event. Two marathoners, Shizo Kanakuri from Japan and Francisco Lázaro from Portugal, had extraordinary and ultimately heartbreaking journeys. Shizo Kanakuri's Marath…
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In this episode of Beyond the Tour, Jake and Luke dive into the Olympics, sharing insights on the big names competing and the Australian team's prospects. They provide a detailed recap of Jon Rahm's LIV win and Jhonathan Vegas triumphing in the 3M Open. They also cover the Korn Ferry Tour standings, the Senior Open outcome, and the leaked LIV Golf …
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Stand-Up On The Spot! Featuring completely improvised sets from Harland Williams, Tony Baker, Annie Lederman, Matt Braunger & Jeremiah Watkins. No material. Comedians create Stand-Up On The Spot off audience suggestions. You know Harland Williams from Kill Tony, The Harland Highway, Half Baked, and you know Tony Baker from Daddy Issues Podcast, his…
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Send us a text Early Triumphs and Heroism When Abebe Bikila returned to Ethiopia after winning the men's marathon at the 1960 Rome Olympics, he was celebrated as a hero. Not only did Bikila break the world record, but he also became a symbol of the new African dawn. His victory captured the imagination of people across Africa and the world, marking…
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In this insightful episode of the Game Changers Podcast, we sit down with Sarah Joseph, an experienced life coach specializing in burnout prevention and recovery. Sarah shares her personal journey into coaching and offers valuable strategies for combating burnout in today's fast-paced world. Tune in to learn: The signs and symptoms of burnout and h…
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In this episode, Luke and Jake dive into the highlights and lowlights of the Open Championship at Troon. They discuss Xander impressive win, Scotty Scheffler's putting woes, and how the weather significantly impacted the tournament. They touch on notable performances and surprises, including the exit of big names like Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy. …
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