Course Record Show Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/course-record-show Conversations with the smartest people in the golf business to get the inside stories and strategies driving the business of golf forward. Hosted by former PGA Tour player Roberto Castro. © 2026 Roberto Castro 8e96ce3a-6587-5799-9f17-039f4cddd8f5 yes en Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:00:17 -0400 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:02:00 -0400 http://www.courserecordshow.com https://img.transistorcdn.com/mDfBr5pGC7_bWbODrEQSYtc6j5M2e02C963GqsQQ7-4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzE5OTY2LzE2MTcz/NzE5MDktYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg Course Record Show http://www.courserecordshow.com episodic Roberto Castro Conversations with the smartest people in the golf business to get the inside stories and strategies driving the business of golf forward. Hosted by former PGA Tour player Roberto Castro. Conversations with the smartest people in the golf business to get the inside stories and strategies driving the business of golf forward. golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf Dan Ferreira No No Ep. 55 Kyle Porter of Normal Sport - Building a Meaningful Golf Media Company 55 55 Ep. 55 Kyle Porter of Normal Sport - Building a Meaningful Golf Media Company full c4a482d0-bf2c-429a-8d68-7ed8ec4b1a2a https://share.transistor.fm/s/55e9acb0 Kyle Porter is the founder of Normal Sport - an old school media company for golf's new era. We talk about why he regularly updates his readers on how his business is doing, why he started Normal Sport, how things take time to become what they are, and why stories and meaningful outcomes are so impactful.

Links Referenced in Our Conversation:
Latest Update on Normal Sport Biz: https://www.normalsport.com/newsletter/our-book-has-made-0-which-is-a-thrill
Leaving CBS - The Difficulty of Concurrent Dreams: https://www.normalsport.com/newsletter/the-difficulty-of-concurrent-dreams100124
Kevin Kelly - 1,000 True Fans: https://kk.org/thetechnium/1000-true-fans/
Changing Behavior even with a 10X better product: https://x.com/davidcummings/status/2045495064906854418?s=20
LIV Golf is Dying of Boredom: https://www.newyorker.com/news/the-lede/liv-golf-is-dying-of-boredom?
Golf Digest on TGL S2: https://www.golfdigest.com/story/tgl-year-2-wrap-wins-losses-future-tiger-woods-2026

]]> Kyle Porter is the founder of Normal Sport - an old school media company for golf's new era. We talk about why he regularly updates his readers on how his business is doing, why he started Normal Sport, how things take time to become what they are, and why stories and meaningful outcomes are so impactful.

Links Referenced in Our Conversation:
Latest Update on Normal Sport Biz: https://www.normalsport.com/newsletter/our-book-has-made-0-which-is-a-thrill
Leaving CBS - The Difficulty of Concurrent Dreams: https://www.normalsport.com/newsletter/the-difficulty-of-concurrent-dreams100124
Kevin Kelly - 1,000 True Fans: https://kk.org/thetechnium/1000-true-fans/
Changing Behavior even with a 10X better product: https://x.com/davidcummings/status/2045495064906854418?s=20
LIV Golf is Dying of Boredom: https://www.newyorker.com/news/the-lede/liv-golf-is-dying-of-boredom?
Golf Digest on TGL S2: https://www.golfdigest.com/story/tgl-year-2-wrap-wins-losses-future-tiger-woods-2026

]]> Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 1767 Kyle Porter is the founder of Normal Sport - an old school media company for golf's new era. We talk about why he regularly updates his readers on how his business is doing, why he started Normal Sport, how things take time to become what they are, and why stories and meaningful outcomes are so impactful.

Links Referenced in Our Conversation:
Latest Update on Normal Sport Biz: https://www.normalsport.com/newsletter/our-book-has-made-0-which-is-a-thrill
Leaving CBS - The Difficulty of Concurrent Dreams: https://www.normalsport.com/newsletter/the-difficulty-of-concurrent-dreams100124
Kevin Kelly - 1,000 True Fans: https://kk.org/thetechnium/1000-true-fans/
Changing Behavior even with a 10X better product: https://x.com/davidcummings/status/2045495064906854418?s=20
LIV Golf is Dying of Boredom: https://www.newyorker.com/news/the-lede/liv-golf-is-dying-of-boredom?
Golf Digest on TGL S2: https://www.golfdigest.com/story/tgl-year-2-wrap-wins-losses-future-tiger-woods-2026

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No Ep 54 - Golf Merchandise 101 w/ Jared Henzlik of Big Cedar Lodge 54 54 Ep 54 - Golf Merchandise 101 w/ Jared Henzlik of Big Cedar Lodge full 278c5bdf-9089-4877-8331-70084804ae3a https://share.transistor.fm/s/bba8cb68 Jared Henzlik has seen every corner of the golf merchandise world. Started as a PGA Professional, worked at Ralph Lauren in the heyday, before going to the cathedral of golf merch: The Masters. After that Jared leaned into the Ops side of the business at a pair of fast growing brands before landing in the Ozarks where he leads retail for Big Cedar Lodge. Big Cedar is owned by Johnny Morris, of Bass Pro Shop fame, and knows a thing or two about great retail experiences. 

]]> Jared Henzlik has seen every corner of the golf merchandise world. Started as a PGA Professional, worked at Ralph Lauren in the heyday, before going to the cathedral of golf merch: The Masters. After that Jared leaned into the Ops side of the business at a pair of fast growing brands before landing in the Ozarks where he leads retail for Big Cedar Lodge. Big Cedar is owned by Johnny Morris, of Bass Pro Shop fame, and knows a thing or two about great retail experiences. 

]]> Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 1102 Jared Henzlik has seen every corner of the golf merchandise world. Started as a PGA Professional, worked at Ralph Lauren in the heyday, before going to the cathedral of golf merch: The Masters. After that Jared leaned into the Ops side of the business at a pair of fast growing brands before landing in the Ozarks where he leads retail for Big Cedar Lodge. Big Cedar is owned by Johnny Morris, of Bass Pro Shop fame, and knows a thing or two about great retail experiences. 

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No Ep 53 David Southworth - Quick 9 on the Luxury Golf Real Estate Market 53 53 Ep 53 David Southworth - Quick 9 on the Luxury Golf Real Estate Market full 46e63355-9604-4636-b728-2ca4f7a2b620 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ee3a28b5 David Southworth has been developing luxury golf communities since the early 90’s when he and Paul Fireman started with a property in Cape Cod. Their motto through booms and busts: “Do What Makes Sense” Since then David has built communities in Puerto Rico, Arizona, Scotland, Bahamas and more - with a focus on two things: Creating an experience that excites people and motivates them to invest in a community and building a company focused on caring for customers and each other.  

]]> David Southworth has been developing luxury golf communities since the early 90’s when he and Paul Fireman started with a property in Cape Cod. Their motto through booms and busts: “Do What Makes Sense” Since then David has built communities in Puerto Rico, Arizona, Scotland, Bahamas and more - with a focus on two things: Creating an experience that excites people and motivates them to invest in a community and building a company focused on caring for customers and each other.  

]]> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 1140 David Southworth has been developing luxury golf communities since the early 90’s when he and Paul Fireman started with a property in Cape Cod. Their motto through booms and busts: “Do What Makes Sense” Since then David has built communities in Puerto Rico, Arizona, Scotland, Bahamas and more - with a focus on two things: Creating an experience that excites people and motivates them to invest in a community and building a company focused on caring for customers and each other.  

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No Ep. 52 Dan Van Horn - US Kids Golf - Quick 9 52 52 Ep. 52 Dan Van Horn - US Kids Golf - Quick 9 full 2c2e1fed-561d-4070-bc17-cfbadf699330 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4c608bf8 Dan Van Horn shares how one cut-down 8-iron and a mission to help families spend more time together launched a 28-year journey building US Kids Golf. We talk engineering mindset, the realities of inventory and cash flow, the importance of making work fun, and how that vision grew into a global tournament series, owning a golf course in Pinehurst, and a 2026 Georgia Golf Hall of Fame induction.

]]> Dan Van Horn shares how one cut-down 8-iron and a mission to help families spend more time together launched a 28-year journey building US Kids Golf. We talk engineering mindset, the realities of inventory and cash flow, the importance of making work fun, and how that vision grew into a global tournament series, owning a golf course in Pinehurst, and a 2026 Georgia Golf Hall of Fame induction.

]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 1304 Dan Van Horn shares how one cut-down 8-iron and a mission to help families spend more time together launched a 28-year journey building US Kids Golf. We talk engineering mindset, the realities of inventory and cash flow, the importance of making work fun, and how that vision grew into a global tournament series, owning a golf course in Pinehurst, and a 2026 Georgia Golf Hall of Fame induction.

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No Thomas McHardy Quick 9 - Expansion Playbook NFL to TGL - CRS Ep. 51 51 51 Thomas McHardy Quick 9 - Expansion Playbook NFL to TGL - CRS Ep. 51 full 03d9964c-b234-46cb-a292-c47095bf94cd https://share.transistor.fm/s/4025dcff Thomas McHardy, VP of Team Marketing and Business Operations at TGL, talks about the different strategies TGL teams have used to establish an identity, acquire fans, and build franchises from scratch. He shares lessons learned from his time working on global expansion at the NFL, and the common trait he sees among successful Sports franchise owners. 

]]> Thomas McHardy, VP of Team Marketing and Business Operations at TGL, talks about the different strategies TGL teams have used to establish an identity, acquire fans, and build franchises from scratch. He shares lessons learned from his time working on global expansion at the NFL, and the common trait he sees among successful Sports franchise owners. 

]]> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 1251 Thomas McHardy, VP of Team Marketing and Business Operations at TGL, talks about the different strategies TGL teams have used to establish an identity, acquire fans, and build franchises from scratch. He shares lessons learned from his time working on global expansion at the NFL, and the common trait he sees among successful Sports franchise owners. 

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No Quick 9 w/ Jon Bradway - What's Next In Sports Technology Ep. 50 50 50 Quick 9 w/ Jon Bradway - What's Next In Sports Technology Ep. 50 full e834e6af-04dd-4e49-96d6-9b57c026559d https://share.transistor.fm/s/8f04ef5a Jon explains how data, technology, and AI are reshaping how sports are created, broadcast, and experienced - from immersive formats like TGL to personalized fan journeys. He emphasizes bold innovation, aligned partnerships, and rapid experimentation and shares a practical perspective on where sports tech is headed and how organizations can stay ahead. Jon is a Principal at CapTech where he leads the Sports and Media practice. Please subscribe if you enjoy and send to your friends! 

]]> Jon explains how data, technology, and AI are reshaping how sports are created, broadcast, and experienced - from immersive formats like TGL to personalized fan journeys. He emphasizes bold innovation, aligned partnerships, and rapid experimentation and shares a practical perspective on where sports tech is headed and how organizations can stay ahead. Jon is a Principal at CapTech where he leads the Sports and Media practice. Please subscribe if you enjoy and send to your friends! 

]]> Thu, 19 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 832 Jon explains how data, technology, and AI are reshaping how sports are created, broadcast, and experienced - from immersive formats like TGL to personalized fan journeys. He emphasizes bold innovation, aligned partnerships, and rapid experimentation and shares a practical perspective on where sports tech is headed and how organizations can stay ahead. Jon is a Principal at CapTech where he leads the Sports and Media practice. Please subscribe if you enjoy and send to your friends! 

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No Quick 9 w/ the AJGA's Jason Etzen CRS Ep. 49 49 49 Quick 9 w/ the AJGA's Jason Etzen CRS Ep. 49 full bc2366ff-f4a3-4eb4-aa4d-23809908a3f6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/dbff2e0c AJGA Chief Business Officer Jason Etzen describes how the AJGA has focused on long-tenured leadership, stable governance, and commitment to a clear mission. Only one‑third of revenue comes from it’s 10K+ member families and the remainder from sponsors and donations. AJGA has distributed close to $10M in grants. Etzen emphasizes the AJGA’s commitment to championship‑level tournaments, high player standards, and data‑driven recruiting tools that support both golfers and college coaches.

]]> AJGA Chief Business Officer Jason Etzen describes how the AJGA has focused on long-tenured leadership, stable governance, and commitment to a clear mission. Only one‑third of revenue comes from it’s 10K+ member families and the remainder from sponsors and donations. AJGA has distributed close to $10M in grants. Etzen emphasizes the AJGA’s commitment to championship‑level tournaments, high player standards, and data‑driven recruiting tools that support both golfers and college coaches.

]]> Thu, 12 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 1183 AJGA Chief Business Officer Jason Etzen describes how the AJGA has focused on long-tenured leadership, stable governance, and commitment to a clear mission. Only one‑third of revenue comes from it’s 10K+ member families and the remainder from sponsors and donations. AJGA has distributed close to $10M in grants. Etzen emphasizes the AJGA’s commitment to championship‑level tournaments, high player standards, and data‑driven recruiting tools that support both golfers and college coaches.

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No Quick 9 w/ Kris Hart - Golf's Shark Tank 48 48 Quick 9 w/ Kris Hart - Golf's Shark Tank full 27dcd224-aa9b-4699-be93-00336e12d28f https://share.transistor.fm/s/7a54a84c In the first edition of Quick 9—a shorter, more focused version of the Course Record Show—I sit down with Kris Hart, who run innovation at the PGA of America.

Kris talks EP Golf Ventures, the organization’s dedicated innovation fund, and how they evaluate opportunities at the intersection of golf, technology, and business. The conversation explores the challenge of separating passion projects from scalable investments, betting on people vs products, and how the PGA’s 30K+ members, Frisco campus, and Championships serve as a powerful real-world testing and feedback network. 

Please like, subscribe, and pass along to a friend if you dig our conversation. 

]]> In the first edition of Quick 9—a shorter, more focused version of the Course Record Show—I sit down with Kris Hart, who run innovation at the PGA of America.

Kris talks EP Golf Ventures, the organization’s dedicated innovation fund, and how they evaluate opportunities at the intersection of golf, technology, and business. The conversation explores the challenge of separating passion projects from scalable investments, betting on people vs products, and how the PGA’s 30K+ members, Frisco campus, and Championships serve as a powerful real-world testing and feedback network. 

Please like, subscribe, and pass along to a friend if you dig our conversation. 

]]> Thu, 05 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 779 In the first edition of Quick 9—a shorter, more focused version of the Course Record Show—I sit down with Kris Hart, who run innovation at the PGA of America.

Kris talks EP Golf Ventures, the organization’s dedicated innovation fund, and how they evaluate opportunities at the intersection of golf, technology, and business. The conversation explores the challenge of separating passion projects from scalable investments, betting on people vs products, and how the PGA’s 30K+ members, Frisco campus, and Championships serve as a powerful real-world testing and feedback network. 

Please like, subscribe, and pass along to a friend if you dig our conversation. 

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #47: Jamie Ledford, President, Golf Pride 47 47 #47: Jamie Ledford, President, Golf Pride full e007f201-f13c-4f63-9e61-33716f19c41c https://share.transistor.fm/s/9419380b In this episode we connect with Jamie Ledford, President of Golf Pride.  We discuss the golf grip industry, how the product is positioned for golfers, supply chain issues and Jamie's unique career trajectory.  You'll likely think differently about your golf grip after hearing Jamie speak.  Enjoy, tell a friend and subscribe for future content!

]]> In this episode we connect with Jamie Ledford, President of Golf Pride.  We discuss the golf grip industry, how the product is positioned for golfers, supply chain issues and Jamie's unique career trajectory.  You'll likely think differently about your golf grip after hearing Jamie speak.  Enjoy, tell a friend and subscribe for future content!

]]> Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:01:00 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2725 In this episode we connect with Jamie Ledford, President of Golf Pride.  We discuss the golf grip industry, how the product is positioned for golfers, supply chain issues and Jamie's unique career trajectory.  You'll likely think differently about your golf grip after hearing Jamie speak.  Enjoy, tell a friend and subscribe for future content!

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #46: Jay Karen, CEO of the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) 46 46 #46: Jay Karen, CEO of the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) full 153da8ec-6974-43bc-be07-4cc7699fd0d0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e32e1cf4 In this episode we talk to Jay Karen, CEO of the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA).  Jay represents the supply side of the golf industry, helping owners and operators collaborate on joint issues that are relevant to the business.  We discuss tee times, the complex governance in golf, congressional hearings and even daylight savings time.  Enjoy!

]]> In this episode we talk to Jay Karen, CEO of the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA).  Jay represents the supply side of the golf industry, helping owners and operators collaborate on joint issues that are relevant to the business.  We discuss tee times, the complex governance in golf, congressional hearings and even daylight savings time.  Enjoy!

]]> Wed, 08 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 3384 In this episode we talk to Jay Karen, CEO of the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA).  Jay represents the supply side of the golf industry, helping owners and operators collaborate on joint issues that are relevant to the business.  We discuss tee times, the complex governance in golf, congressional hearings and even daylight savings time.  Enjoy!

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #45: Michael Jolly, Cleveland/Srixon Director of Tour Operations 45 45 #45: Michael Jolly, Cleveland/Srixon Director of Tour Operations full 1d231855-1009-44be-b2c3-83c6ae047002 https://share.transistor.fm/s/52b485cb Michael Jolly is Director of Tour Operations for Cleveland/Srixon Golf.  In our conversation, we cover a lot of what goes on behind the scenes at every TOUR stop, how OEMs spot players to contract as ambassadors and the role that professional golf plays in reaching the general golfing public.  Enjoy!

]]> Michael Jolly is Director of Tour Operations for Cleveland/Srixon Golf.  In our conversation, we cover a lot of what goes on behind the scenes at every TOUR stop, how OEMs spot players to contract as ambassadors and the role that professional golf plays in reaching the general golfing public.  Enjoy!

]]> Tue, 29 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2877 Michael Jolly is Director of Tour Operations for Cleveland/Srixon Golf.  In our conversation, we cover a lot of what goes on behind the scenes at every TOUR stop, how OEMs spot players to contract as ambassadors and the role that professional golf plays in reaching the general golfing public.  Enjoy!

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #44: Dormy House CEO Matt Welter 44 44 #44: Dormy House CEO Matt Welter full 13f981c5-3c06-443d-8ca3-7acfd708a38c https://share.transistor.fm/s/792e6c34 Matt Welter is CEO of Dormy House (www.dormydevelopment.com), a real estate development company focused on destination golf.  Matt's story as a caddie and relationship with Mike Keiser (owner of Bandon Dunes, Sand Valley and Cabot Cape Breton) led to him solving an underappreciated problem in the golf industry.  Matt shares his vision, founding story and how he sees the housing shortage problem for golf resorts.  Enjoy!

]]> Matt Welter is CEO of Dormy House (www.dormydevelopment.com), a real estate development company focused on destination golf.  Matt's story as a caddie and relationship with Mike Keiser (owner of Bandon Dunes, Sand Valley and Cabot Cape Breton) led to him solving an underappreciated problem in the golf industry.  Matt shares his vision, founding story and how he sees the housing shortage problem for golf resorts.  Enjoy!

]]> Thu, 03 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2790 Matt Welter is CEO of Dormy House (www.dormydevelopment.com), a real estate development company focused on destination golf.  Matt's story as a caddie and relationship with Mike Keiser (owner of Bandon Dunes, Sand Valley and Cabot Cape Breton) led to him solving an underappreciated problem in the golf industry.  Matt shares his vision, founding story and how he sees the housing shortage problem for golf resorts.  Enjoy!

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #43: Chad Mumm 43 43 #43: Chad Mumm full 9ef8b7fb-d63a-4d6a-a6af-306c0d6a872c https://share.transistor.fm/s/5b637dd5 In this episode, Chad Mumm joins Roberto for an in-depth conversation.  Chad shares some behind the curtains views of Full Swing (where he is the Executive Producer), the development of his company Pro Shop and how he sees the opportunity for golf entertainment for the years ahead.

Full Swing season 3 drops on Netflix on February 25, 2025.

]]> In this episode, Chad Mumm joins Roberto for an in-depth conversation.  Chad shares some behind the curtains views of Full Swing (where he is the Executive Producer), the development of his company Pro Shop and how he sees the opportunity for golf entertainment for the years ahead.

Full Swing season 3 drops on Netflix on February 25, 2025.

]]> Tue, 25 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 3443 In this episode, Chad Mumm joins Roberto for an in-depth conversation.  Chad shares some behind the curtains views of Full Swing (where he is the Executive Producer), the development of his company Pro Shop and how he sees the opportunity for golf entertainment for the years ahead.

Full Swing season 3 drops on Netflix on February 25, 2025.

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #42: 2024 Takeaways 42 42 #42: 2024 Takeaways full 4a8144cc-88c2-48e6-959b-4ce7b409ac74 https://share.transistor.fm/s/12b92f13 Golf business stories from 2024, plus some inside the ropes talk. We talk TOUR, LIV, DP World (3:30), big job openings across golf (5:40), Scottie/Xander/Rory (11:00), Nelly/Hovland/Ludvig/Clanton (17:00), Creator/Influencers/SimGolf Market (23:30), and finally...Castro gets back inside the ropes! (31:00). 


Thanks to Holderness & Bourne for the support! 

Subscribe if you enjoy!

]]> Golf business stories from 2024, plus some inside the ropes talk. We talk TOUR, LIV, DP World (3:30), big job openings across golf (5:40), Scottie/Xander/Rory (11:00), Nelly/Hovland/Ludvig/Clanton (17:00), Creator/Influencers/SimGolf Market (23:30), and finally...Castro gets back inside the ropes! (31:00). 


Thanks to Holderness & Bourne for the support! 

Subscribe if you enjoy!

]]> Wed, 11 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2070 Golf business stories from 2024, plus some inside the ropes talk. We talk TOUR, LIV, DP World (3:30), big job openings across golf (5:40), Scottie/Xander/Rory (11:00), Nelly/Hovland/Ludvig/Clanton (17:00), Creator/Influencers/SimGolf Market (23:30), and finally...Castro gets back inside the ropes! (31:00). 


Thanks to Holderness & Bourne for the support! 

Subscribe if you enjoy!

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #41: Joe Assell (Founder and CEO, Golftec) 41 41 #41: Joe Assell (Founder and CEO, Golftec) full 235f19f0-d815-4385-93a1-b5acfecc1b89 https://share.transistor.fm/s/972bd0f4 Roberto speaks to Joe Assell, Founder and CEO of Golftec.  Joe shares his journey from PGA Professional to Founder, the expansion of Golftec, how digital plays a role in the company's future plans and more.  Enjoy!

]]> Roberto speaks to Joe Assell, Founder and CEO of Golftec.  Joe shares his journey from PGA Professional to Founder, the expansion of Golftec, how digital plays a role in the company's future plans and more.  Enjoy!

]]> Wed, 09 Oct 2024 06:21:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2107 Roberto speaks to Joe Assell, Founder and CEO of Golftec.  Joe shares his journey from PGA Professional to Founder, the expansion of Golftec, how digital plays a role in the company's future plans and more.  Enjoy!

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #40: 2024 Trends and Takeaways 40 40 #40: 2024 Trends and Takeaways full dc035063-668c-4ec4-bc0b-d46cc8705e3b https://share.transistor.fm/s/c3c3cfd0 In this episode, Roberto and Dan break down the highlights from the past season in golf and share some of the developments they're looking to keep an eye on over the offseason.

]]> In this episode, Roberto and Dan break down the highlights from the past season in golf and share some of the developments they're looking to keep an eye on over the offseason.

]]> Wed, 18 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2156 In this episode, Roberto and Dan break down the highlights from the past season in golf and share some of the developments they're looking to keep an eye on over the offseason.

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #39: A New Era at East Lake (featuring Chad Parker and Alex Urban) 39 39 #39: A New Era at East Lake (featuring Chad Parker and Alex Urban) full b43ab322-b445-4517-bb54-6ac52bca88f9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5d2dbfd2 In this episode, we cover the renovation at East Lake Golf Club and the implications for the TOUR Championship.  Chad Parker (GM and President, East Lake Golf Club) and Alex Urban (Executive Director, TOUR Championship) give us their views on how the renovation impacts the club operations, what to look out for when watching the TOUR Championship and what clubs should think about when undergoing such a project.  Enjoy!

]]> In this episode, we cover the renovation at East Lake Golf Club and the implications for the TOUR Championship.  Chad Parker (GM and President, East Lake Golf Club) and Alex Urban (Executive Director, TOUR Championship) give us their views on how the renovation impacts the club operations, what to look out for when watching the TOUR Championship and what clubs should think about when undergoing such a project.  Enjoy!

]]> Wed, 14 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2533 In this episode, we cover the renovation at East Lake Golf Club and the implications for the TOUR Championship.  Chad Parker (GM and President, East Lake Golf Club) and Alex Urban (Executive Director, TOUR Championship) give us their views on how the renovation impacts the club operations, what to look out for when watching the TOUR Championship and what clubs should think about when undergoing such a project.  Enjoy!

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #38: Greenside Reads, part 2: "Deane Beman, Golf's Driving Force" with Adam Schupak 38 38 #38: Greenside Reads, part 2: "Deane Beman, Golf's Driving Force" with Adam Schupak full 21477a5f-cfb6-4753-a9f4-d67163f37026 https://share.transistor.fm/s/12a60c8f In this episode we discuss the book "Deane Beman, Golf's Driving Force" with author Adam Schupak.  We unpack some of the most unexpected plot twists in the book, how the former PGA Tour Commissioner went about his business and the parallels to the state of men's professional golf today.  Enjoy, like and subscribe!

]]> In this episode we discuss the book "Deane Beman, Golf's Driving Force" with author Adam Schupak.  We unpack some of the most unexpected plot twists in the book, how the former PGA Tour Commissioner went about his business and the parallels to the state of men's professional golf today.  Enjoy, like and subscribe!

]]> Tue, 16 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2672 In this episode we discuss the book "Deane Beman, Golf's Driving Force" with author Adam Schupak.  We unpack some of the most unexpected plot twists in the book, how the former PGA Tour Commissioner went about his business and the parallels to the state of men's professional golf today.  Enjoy, like and subscribe!

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #37: Alex Prasad, CEO of V1 Sports 37 37 #37: Alex Prasad, CEO of V1 Sports full 24ab9d51-a2f1-4f7c-b2a7-b8453e31f872 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b3b68bcd Alex Prasad is CEO of V1 Sports, maker of video swing analysis software apps for golfers and coaches.  In this episode we discuss the origins of the company, what makes golf swing improvement a business opportunity and how Alex approaches his management of the company.  Enjoy!

If you like this episode, share it with a friend, subscribe and write a review.

]]> Alex Prasad is CEO of V1 Sports, maker of video swing analysis software apps for golfers and coaches.  In this episode we discuss the origins of the company, what makes golf swing improvement a business opportunity and how Alex approaches his management of the company.  Enjoy!

If you like this episode, share it with a friend, subscribe and write a review.

]]> Wed, 26 Jun 2024 06:25:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2068 Alex Prasad is CEO of V1 Sports, maker of video swing analysis software apps for golfers and coaches.  In this episode we discuss the origins of the company, what makes golf swing improvement a business opportunity and how Alex approaches his management of the company.  Enjoy!

If you like this episode, share it with a friend, subscribe and write a review.

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #36: Nick Venson, Founder & CEO of SWAG Golf 36 36 #36: Nick Venson, Founder & CEO of SWAG Golf full ddcc8a6b-c098-4c76-a75a-3b60bad1be72 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d56cc197 In this episode we speak with Nick Venson, founder and CEO of SWAG Golf.  SWAG is a bold brand in the golf space, selling putters, wedges and accessories with a twist.  Nick shares the origins of the company, how his background helped shape the brand and the twists and turns along the way that make SWAG's story unique.  Enjoy!

If you like this kind of content, please subscribe to the show, leave a review and tell a friend.  Thank you!

]]> In this episode we speak with Nick Venson, founder and CEO of SWAG Golf.  SWAG is a bold brand in the golf space, selling putters, wedges and accessories with a twist.  Nick shares the origins of the company, how his background helped shape the brand and the twists and turns along the way that make SWAG's story unique.  Enjoy!

If you like this kind of content, please subscribe to the show, leave a review and tell a friend.  Thank you!

]]> Tue, 04 Jun 2024 08:08:07 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2393 In this episode we speak with Nick Venson, founder and CEO of SWAG Golf.  SWAG is a bold brand in the golf space, selling putters, wedges and accessories with a twist.  Nick shares the origins of the company, how his background helped shape the brand and the twists and turns along the way that make SWAG's story unique.  Enjoy!

If you like this kind of content, please subscribe to the show, leave a review and tell a friend.  Thank you!

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #35: Greenside Reads: Rainmaker, by Hughes Norton 35 35 #35: Greenside Reads: Rainmaker, by Hughes Norton full 35616e6d-71c2-48fb-b248-5b715b304595 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6bf09c46 In this episode, we review "Rainmaker," the recently published book by former golf superagent Hughes Norton.  We cover the major business lessons from the book and highlight the snippets that make the book memorable.  Lots of great nuggets about Tiger Woods, Greg Norman, Arnold Palmer and the making of IMG make this book unique.  Enjoy the episode!

]]> In this episode, we review "Rainmaker," the recently published book by former golf superagent Hughes Norton.  We cover the major business lessons from the book and highlight the snippets that make the book memorable.  Lots of great nuggets about Tiger Woods, Greg Norman, Arnold Palmer and the making of IMG make this book unique.  Enjoy the episode!

]]> Wed, 01 May 2024 06:02:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2539 In this episode, we review "Rainmaker," the recently published book by former golf superagent Hughes Norton.  We cover the major business lessons from the book and highlight the snippets that make the book memorable.  Lots of great nuggets about Tiger Woods, Greg Norman, Arnold Palmer and the making of IMG make this book unique.  Enjoy the episode!

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #34: Board Governance 34 34 #34: Board Governance full d5ef5f69-226c-4670-a7fb-3cda490839f8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c4533c2e This episode has something for everyone!  We talk Golf/Succession Comps (1:05) PLAYERS takeaways (10:15) Callaway spinoff (18:07) LA Muni Golf Drama (19:42) then take a deeper dive on Board Governance including the new TOUR structure (24:00) Enjoy, subscribe, send to a friend!

#CRS #GolfBusiness #Golf #Business #podcast

]]> This episode has something for everyone!  We talk Golf/Succession Comps (1:05) PLAYERS takeaways (10:15) Callaway spinoff (18:07) LA Muni Golf Drama (19:42) then take a deeper dive on Board Governance including the new TOUR structure (24:00) Enjoy, subscribe, send to a friend!

#CRS #GolfBusiness #Golf #Business #podcast

]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2024 07:22:37 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2144 This episode has something for everyone!  We talk Golf/Succession Comps (1:05) PLAYERS takeaways (10:15) Callaway spinoff (18:07) LA Muni Golf Drama (19:42) then take a deeper dive on Board Governance including the new TOUR structure (24:00) Enjoy, subscribe, send to a friend!

#CRS #GolfBusiness #Golf #Business #podcast

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf Yes #33: TOUR, Tiger & Trends 33 33 #33: TOUR, Tiger & Trends full f74f0ba5-a2bb-4ab7-8efb-24a6713e84ad https://share.transistor.fm/s/19fda9a7 In this episode, we take a tour-de-force of recent topics surrounding men's pro golf.  We cover the latest developments with the PGA Tour Enterprises deal, cover what's new in golf fashion and break down the scene at the PGA Show.  Enjoy!

]]> In this episode, we take a tour-de-force of recent topics surrounding men's pro golf.  We cover the latest developments with the PGA Tour Enterprises deal, cover what's new in golf fashion and break down the scene at the PGA Show.  Enjoy!

]]> Tue, 20 Feb 2024 06:13:00 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2466 In this episode, we take a tour-de-force of recent topics surrounding men's pro golf.  We cover the latest developments with the PGA Tour Enterprises deal, cover what's new in golf fashion and break down the scene at the PGA Show.  Enjoy!

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #32: Who is the Strategic Sports Group? 32 32 #32: Who is the Strategic Sports Group? full 3a819fef-26c0-4c77-a419-0cd655e72177 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3d3c6da4 In this episode, Roberto and Dan dive deep into the Strategic Sports Group (SSG), a conglomerate of influential businesspeople looking to make an investment in the PGA Tour.  We discuss who the key people behind SSG are, what might make them intriguing to the Tour, whether this means good things for the Saudi Public Investment Fund and more.

At the end, Roberto and Dan make some quick and fun predictions for the 2024 season.

Enjoy, subscribe and happy New year!

]]> In this episode, Roberto and Dan dive deep into the Strategic Sports Group (SSG), a conglomerate of influential businesspeople looking to make an investment in the PGA Tour.  We discuss who the key people behind SSG are, what might make them intriguing to the Tour, whether this means good things for the Saudi Public Investment Fund and more.

At the end, Roberto and Dan make some quick and fun predictions for the 2024 season.

Enjoy, subscribe and happy New year!

]]> Tue, 16 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2572 In this episode, Roberto and Dan dive deep into the Strategic Sports Group (SSG), a conglomerate of influential businesspeople looking to make an investment in the PGA Tour.  We discuss who the key people behind SSG are, what might make them intriguing to the Tour, whether this means good things for the Saudi Public Investment Fund and more.

At the end, Roberto and Dan make some quick and fun predictions for the 2024 season.

Enjoy, subscribe and happy New year!

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf Yes #31: Course Closures, Part 2 (featuring Alex Lidback and Frank Gumpert) 31 31 #31: Course Closures, Part 2 (featuring Alex Lidback and Frank Gumpert) full cdcd30d7-4960-4481-9a22-ea77c4a66ac9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/77009028 In this episode, we explore the stories of two Golf Courses that closed their doors during the Golf boom: Ravenaux Country Club (Spring, TX) and Sherwood Forest Country Club (Baton Rouge, LA).  Alex Lidback shares his perspective as a former member of Ravenaux.  Frank Gumpert is a PGA Professional who and former Head Pro at Sherwood Forest.  Both Alex and Frank bring their perspectives on what happened at their clubs and whether these are cautionary stories for the growth of Golf more broadly.

To see the picture of Raveneaux after Hurricane Harvey referenced in the episode, see here: https://www.chron.com/business/real-estate/article/Harris-County-pays-11-5M-for-Raveneaux-Country-15017760.php

]]> In this episode, we explore the stories of two Golf Courses that closed their doors during the Golf boom: Ravenaux Country Club (Spring, TX) and Sherwood Forest Country Club (Baton Rouge, LA).  Alex Lidback shares his perspective as a former member of Ravenaux.  Frank Gumpert is a PGA Professional who and former Head Pro at Sherwood Forest.  Both Alex and Frank bring their perspectives on what happened at their clubs and whether these are cautionary stories for the growth of Golf more broadly.

To see the picture of Raveneaux after Hurricane Harvey referenced in the episode, see here: https://www.chron.com/business/real-estate/article/Harris-County-pays-11-5M-for-Raveneaux-Country-15017760.php

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 05:49:54 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2277 In this episode, we explore the stories of two Golf Courses that closed their doors during the Golf boom: Ravenaux Country Club (Spring, TX) and Sherwood Forest Country Club (Baton Rouge, LA).  Alex Lidback shares his perspective as a former member of Ravenaux.  Frank Gumpert is a PGA Professional who and former Head Pro at Sherwood Forest.  Both Alex and Frank bring their perspectives on what happened at their clubs and whether these are cautionary stories for the growth of Golf more broadly.

To see the picture of Raveneaux after Hurricane Harvey referenced in the episode, see here: https://www.chron.com/business/real-estate/article/Harris-County-pays-11-5M-for-Raveneaux-Country-15017760.php

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #30: Course Closures, Part 1 (featuring Lincoln Duff) 30 30 #30: Course Closures, Part 1 (featuring Lincoln Duff) full 1ac3ef9b-a711-4204-b6e3-914beaeb39aa https://share.transistor.fm/s/c73b2457 In this short series, the Course Record Show dives into some of the nuances overshadowed by the growth of golf during Covid.  We explore whether the growth is sustainable and what it will take to it to continue.  Then we bring in Lincoln Duff, who has made a career at the intersection of golf and Real Estate to explore which of our opinions carry water and which don't.  Enjoy!

]]> In this short series, the Course Record Show dives into some of the nuances overshadowed by the growth of golf during Covid.  We explore whether the growth is sustainable and what it will take to it to continue.  Then we bring in Lincoln Duff, who has made a career at the intersection of golf and Real Estate to explore which of our opinions carry water and which don't.  Enjoy!

]]> Tue, 14 Nov 2023 06:28:00 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2205 In this short series, the Course Record Show dives into some of the nuances overshadowed by the growth of golf during Covid.  We explore whether the growth is sustainable and what it will take to it to continue.  Then we bring in Lincoln Duff, who has made a career at the intersection of golf and Real Estate to explore which of our opinions carry water and which don't.  Enjoy!

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #29: PGA Tour player Ben Griffin 29 29 #29: PGA Tour player Ben Griffin full f14b747e-54ba-4de5-9a31-24ba2f088059 https://share.transistor.fm/s/718da91a Fresh off of his runner-up finish at the Sanderson Farms Championship, we talk to Ben Griffin.  After walking away from pro golf to become a mortgage loan officer, Ben recommitted to his playing career and finished his rookie season on the PGA Tour inside the Top 70.  Ben played his college golf at UNC Chapel Hill where he was a two-time All American, won 3 individual titles and set the programs all-time scoring average, previously held by Davis Love III.
In this episode, Ben discusses his journey to the PGA Tour, the changing landscape of pro golf and how he manages his career.  Enjoy!

]]> Fresh off of his runner-up finish at the Sanderson Farms Championship, we talk to Ben Griffin.  After walking away from pro golf to become a mortgage loan officer, Ben recommitted to his playing career and finished his rookie season on the PGA Tour inside the Top 70.  Ben played his college golf at UNC Chapel Hill where he was a two-time All American, won 3 individual titles and set the programs all-time scoring average, previously held by Davis Love III.
In this episode, Ben discusses his journey to the PGA Tour, the changing landscape of pro golf and how he manages his career.  Enjoy!

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 03:42:08 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 3396 Fresh off of his runner-up finish at the Sanderson Farms Championship, we talk to Ben Griffin.  After walking away from pro golf to become a mortgage loan officer, Ben recommitted to his playing career and finished his rookie season on the PGA Tour inside the Top 70.  Ben played his college golf at UNC Chapel Hill where he was a two-time All American, won 3 individual titles and set the programs all-time scoring average, previously held by Davis Love III.
In this episode, Ben discusses his journey to the PGA Tour, the changing landscape of pro golf and how he manages his career.  Enjoy!

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #28: Financial Advisory for Athletes, featuring Sandra Richards (Morgan Stanley) 28 28 #28: Financial Advisory for Athletes, featuring Sandra Richards (Morgan Stanley) full 154ac48e-bec5-4828-8215-446ae2bb6bc7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ab12d51a The Course Record Show is back after a summer hiatus!

Our guest today is Sandra Richards. Sandra is a Managing Director at Morgan Stanley where she is Head of Global Sports and Entertainment in the firm’s wealth management division. She has received numerous awards and recognitions, most recently being named to Sports business Journals Game Changers, class of 2023.  We cover a variety of topics, from the changing landscape in wealth creation for athletes, how to manage that wealth, and the role of golf to a company like Morgan Stanley.

Enjoy the episode!

]]> The Course Record Show is back after a summer hiatus!

Our guest today is Sandra Richards. Sandra is a Managing Director at Morgan Stanley where she is Head of Global Sports and Entertainment in the firm’s wealth management division. She has received numerous awards and recognitions, most recently being named to Sports business Journals Game Changers, class of 2023.  We cover a variety of topics, from the changing landscape in wealth creation for athletes, how to manage that wealth, and the role of golf to a company like Morgan Stanley.

Enjoy the episode!

]]> Tue, 05 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2652 The Course Record Show is back after a summer hiatus!

Our guest today is Sandra Richards. Sandra is a Managing Director at Morgan Stanley where she is Head of Global Sports and Entertainment in the firm’s wealth management division. She has received numerous awards and recognitions, most recently being named to Sports business Journals Game Changers, class of 2023.  We cover a variety of topics, from the changing landscape in wealth creation for athletes, how to manage that wealth, and the role of golf to a company like Morgan Stanley.

Enjoy the episode!

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #27: Roberto's Masters & ANWA perspective from outside the Ropes. CRS Turns 2! 27 27 #27: Roberto's Masters & ANWA perspective from outside the Ropes. CRS Turns 2! full e637c8cc-1ae2-4abe-a70d-65cea8a9408e https://share.transistor.fm/s/877bf5b7 On this episode, Roberto and Dan catch up on RC's behind the ropes experience at the ANWA and Masters.  We also recap 2 years of CRS, recapping highlights from the show and our most profound takeaways.  Thanks to our listeners for the amazing support you've shown!

]]> On this episode, Roberto and Dan catch up on RC's behind the ropes experience at the ANWA and Masters.  We also recap 2 years of CRS, recapping highlights from the show and our most profound takeaways.  Thanks to our listeners for the amazing support you've shown!

]]> Mon, 08 May 2023 06:13:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2565 On this episode, Roberto and Dan catch up on RC's behind the ropes experience at the ANWA and Masters.  We also recap 2 years of CRS, recapping highlights from the show and our most profound takeaways.  Thanks to our listeners for the amazing support you've shown!

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf Yes #26: Geoff Shackelford 26 26 #26: Geoff Shackelford full 23ef2154-d5a4-49f2-9f1f-b4dd4397b431 https://share.transistor.fm/s/edde4cde In this episode, we talk to Geoff Shackelford.  Geoff's has had an interesting career in golf, authoring 11 books, designing golf courses, frequently appearing on the Golf Channel, and co-hosting 2 podcasts (McKellar and State of the Game).  We discuss Geoff's new book "Golf Architecture for Normal People" (coming this June), the publishing business, the state of golf media and Geoff's newsletter "The Quadrilateral."  Enjoy!

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Links from Today's Conversation

To pre-order Geoff's book: https://www.amazon.com/Golf-Architecture-Normal-People-Sharpening/dp/1732222754/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2HNHY58BALYOJ&keywords=golf+architecture+for+normal+people&qid=1679967179&sprefix=golf+architec%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-1

To read and subscribe to The Quadrilateral: https://www.thequadrilateral.golf/

]]> In this episode, we talk to Geoff Shackelford.  Geoff's has had an interesting career in golf, authoring 11 books, designing golf courses, frequently appearing on the Golf Channel, and co-hosting 2 podcasts (McKellar and State of the Game).  We discuss Geoff's new book "Golf Architecture for Normal People" (coming this June), the publishing business, the state of golf media and Geoff's newsletter "The Quadrilateral."  Enjoy!

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Links from Today's Conversation

To pre-order Geoff's book: https://www.amazon.com/Golf-Architecture-Normal-People-Sharpening/dp/1732222754/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2HNHY58BALYOJ&keywords=golf+architecture+for+normal+people&qid=1679967179&sprefix=golf+architec%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-1

To read and subscribe to The Quadrilateral: https://www.thequadrilateral.golf/

]]> Tue, 28 Mar 2023 07:02:20 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 3652 In this episode, we talk to Geoff Shackelford.  Geoff's has had an interesting career in golf, authoring 11 books, designing golf courses, frequently appearing on the Golf Channel, and co-hosting 2 podcasts (McKellar and State of the Game).  We discuss Geoff's new book "Golf Architecture for Normal People" (coming this June), the publishing business, the state of golf media and Geoff's newsletter "The Quadrilateral."  Enjoy!

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Links from Today's Conversation

To pre-order Geoff's book: https://www.amazon.com/Golf-Architecture-Normal-People-Sharpening/dp/1732222754/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2HNHY58BALYOJ&keywords=golf+architecture+for+normal+people&qid=1679967179&sprefix=golf+architec%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-1

To read and subscribe to The Quadrilateral: https://www.thequadrilateral.golf/

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #25: Lee Wybranski, the Golf Artist 25 25 #25: Lee Wybranski, the Golf Artist full 8e3b312b-7d8f-4857-95f0-da36b20415b9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/71266642 In this episode, we talk to Lee Wybranski.  Lee is the President of Lee Wybranski Art and Design (www.leewybranski.com), and is one of the premier artists working in golf today. He has been commissioned to create drawings and paintings for the finest clubs and organizations in the game.  In addition, Lee works annually for the game’s governing bodies, creating classic, collectible work on behalf of The R&A, PGA of America, and the United States Golf Association.  We chat with Lee about what makes for great art, how he captures the essence of the game and how the business of art works.

Lee's also been part of a collaboration with fellow Philly natives Tom Coyne and Gil Hanse called "The Art of Golf: Philadelphia starring Tom Coyne, Lee Wybranski and Gil Hanse" which you can watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yTYzLmV5jU

]]> In this episode, we talk to Lee Wybranski.  Lee is the President of Lee Wybranski Art and Design (www.leewybranski.com), and is one of the premier artists working in golf today. He has been commissioned to create drawings and paintings for the finest clubs and organizations in the game.  In addition, Lee works annually for the game’s governing bodies, creating classic, collectible work on behalf of The R&A, PGA of America, and the United States Golf Association.  We chat with Lee about what makes for great art, how he captures the essence of the game and how the business of art works.

Lee's also been part of a collaboration with fellow Philly natives Tom Coyne and Gil Hanse called "The Art of Golf: Philadelphia starring Tom Coyne, Lee Wybranski and Gil Hanse" which you can watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yTYzLmV5jU

]]> Tue, 28 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 1902 In this episode, we talk to Lee Wybranski.  Lee is the President of Lee Wybranski Art and Design (www.leewybranski.com), and is one of the premier artists working in golf today. He has been commissioned to create drawings and paintings for the finest clubs and organizations in the game.  In addition, Lee works annually for the game’s governing bodies, creating classic, collectible work on behalf of The R&A, PGA of America, and the United States Golf Association.  We chat with Lee about what makes for great art, how he captures the essence of the game and how the business of art works.

Lee's also been part of a collaboration with fellow Philly natives Tom Coyne and Gil Hanse called "The Art of Golf: Philadelphia starring Tom Coyne, Lee Wybranski and Gil Hanse" which you can watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yTYzLmV5jU

]]> golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #24: PGA Show 2023 Review 24 24 #24: PGA Show 2023 Review full 3db60894-ba9e-424a-a72c-f209b7b8fb11 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2d2e3426 Tue, 07 Feb 2023 07:59:19 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 1734 Roberto gives us the scoop on what the PGA Show was like this year. We discuss the biggest trends, novelties and intricacies of Golf's biggest trade show and the people that make it all happen, including some past Course Record Show guests. This episode is brought to you by Encina Farms. Encina Farms (encinafarms.com) specialized in Iberico, a special breed of pig from Spain. Encina's cuts of Iberico ship everywhere in US and you can get a taste of their delicious product with 15% off your purchase (of $100 or more) by using code CRS15 at checkout. Enjoy! Roberto gives us the scoop on what the PGA Show was like this year. We discuss the biggest trends, novelties and intricacies of Golf's biggest trade show and the people that make it all happen, including some past Course Record Show guests. This episo golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #23: Who Owns It? (featuring Joe Ogilvie) 23 23 #23: Who Owns It? (featuring Joe Ogilvie) full a1ff1644-f880-4f8c-ba1e-665728e8828f https://share.transistor.fm/s/15721d33 Wed, 04 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 3792 In this episode, we profile a handful of companies in the golf business and discuss who owns them and how that ownership came to be. Joe Ogilvie (former PGA Tour pro turned investor turned Course Record Show's first repeat guest) joins us with his personal experiences with these companies and tells us whether he'd buy or sell each company. This was a fun episode and Joe, as usual, was a wealth of information and stories. Enjoy! In this episode, we profile a handful of companies in the golf business and discuss who owns them and how that ownership came to be. Joe Ogilvie (former PGA Tour pro turned investor turned Course Record Show's first repeat guest) joins us with his person golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #22: Allen Greene, former Athletic Director (Auburn & Buffalo) 22 22 #22: Allen Greene, former Athletic Director (Auburn & Buffalo) full e4a70fb4-ddd5-4e8e-9549-1f349061f6e9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/cb949acd Mon, 31 Oct 2022 09:12:07 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2614 In this episode, we speak to Allen Greene, former Athletic Director at Auburn University. Before that role, Allen was AD at Buffalo. His sports background runs deep as Allen was a collegiate (Notre Dame) and professional baseball player. In this rich discussion, Allen shares his unique view on college sports, what an administrator thinks about and how he sees golf in the broader sports landscape. Enjoy! In this episode, we speak to Allen Greene, former Athletic Director at Auburn University. Before that role, Allen was AD at Buffalo. His sports background runs deep as Allen was a collegiate (Notre Dame) and professional baseball player. In this rich d golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #21: Jeremy Stone, Titleist VP of Marketing 21 21 #21: Jeremy Stone, Titleist VP of Marketing full f2106dca-169b-433d-a820-57ff1513d560 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3e27dca2 Tue, 13 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 3079 In this episode, we speak to Jeremy Stone, VP of Marketing at Titleist. Jeremy has been at Titleist since 2010 in a few different roles. We cover a range of topics in this discussion, from the strategic choices that Titleist makes in the evolving golf landscape, how the business of golf clubs and golf balls is more different than it seems and some deep-dives into the technological side of golf. Enjoy! In this episode, we speak to Jeremy Stone, VP of Marketing at Titleist. Jeremy has been at Titleist since 2010 in a few different roles. We cover a range of topics in this discussion, from the strategic choices that Titleist makes in the evolving golf l golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #20: Ryan Engle, CEO of Golf+ VR 20 20 #20: Ryan Engle, CEO of Golf+ VR full ebbc7de5-94fe-4dd5-a014-d4a62eca82f9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7bc5001e Wed, 20 Jul 2022 17:00:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 3071 In this episode, we speak to Golf+ CEO Ryan Engle. Ryan is an engineer-turned-serial entrepreneur who founded Golf+ as a virtual reality golf game, which can be played with the Oculus headset. Ryan discusses the company's mission, what makes the VR experience credible to golfers, where golf is headed and how Golf+ is responding. Enjoy! In this episode, we speak to Golf+ CEO Ryan Engle. Ryan is an engineer-turned-serial entrepreneur who founded Golf+ as a virtual reality golf game, which can be played with the Oculus headset. Ryan discusses the company's mission, what makes the VR expe golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #19: Ryan Baucom, the caddy 19 19 #19: Ryan Baucom, the caddy full 32bd04dc-262e-45e7-b11b-e78c214d7832 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c44d67f7 Thu, 26 May 2022 08:50:39 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 3388 Ryan Baucom is a long-time PGA Tour caddie turned Medical Sales Rep. In this episode, we talk to "Bauc" about the economics of caddying, what makes a good caddy, the skills from caddying that translate into the working world and some fun stories about life on Tour. As a former collegiate football player, we also talk about NIL. Bauc is a fascinating individual with intellectual curiosity and a knack for storytelling. Enjoy, and stick around after the interview for Takeaways. If you're curious to see the Hudson Swafford video featuring Bauc mentioned in the beginning of the interview, see: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0UjlG6rP5Uc. Ryan Baucom is a long-time PGA Tour caddie turned Medical Sales Rep. In this episode, we talk to "Bauc" about the economics of caddying, what makes a good caddy, the skills from caddying that translate into the working world and some fun stories about li golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf Yes #18: Augusta, GA mayor Hardie Davis, Jr. 18 18 #18: Augusta, GA mayor Hardie Davis, Jr. full c52454ec-56d8-41ae-8a88-848e02eb6a16 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2254bddb Tue, 19 Apr 2022 07:16:26 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2065 1 week a year, Augusta, GA becomes the center of the sports universe. But what happens the other 51 weeks a year in Augsuta? In this episode, mayor Hardie Davis, Jr. joins us to discuss how the Masters impacts the city of Augusta, how he leverages the tournament in his leadership, the role of engineering and theology in public service and handling adversity. 1 week a year, Augusta, GA becomes the center of the sports universe. But what happens the other 51 weeks a year in Augsuta? In this episode, mayor Hardie Davis, Jr. joins us to discuss how the Masters impacts the city of Augusta, how he leverages the t golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #17: DTC Series: Piper Golf 17 17 #17: DTC Series: Piper Golf full f14439d8-4d44-4798-be36-1d0c064a6e78 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8e636b1f Tue, 29 Mar 2022 20:30:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 1897 This episode is Part 3 of 3 of a special series on Direct to Consumer companies focused on the golf market. This episode features Mike Gottfried, Founder and CEO of Piper Golf (www.piper.golf). Piper Golf makes performance golf balls at reasonable prices using a simple fitting system. Listen to the episode to hear how Mike thinks about digital marketing, building lifetime value in golf and the role of experimentation in business. After the interview, Roberto and Dan discuss takeaways from the discussion with Mike. If you are interested in trying Piper Golf balls, use code CRS10 at checkout on piper.golf. This episode is Part 3 of 3 of a special series on Direct to Consumer companies focused on the golf market. This episode features Mike Gottfried, Founder and CEO of Piper Golf (www.piper.golf). Piper Golf makes performance golf balls at reasonable pri golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #16: DTC Series: Walker Trolleys 16 16 #16: DTC Series: Walker Trolleys full 43be8f69-59ec-4bbd-a2f6-2a408eb631be https://share.transistor.fm/s/c1fb6a01 Thu, 17 Mar 2022 20:34:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2425 This episode is Part 2 of 3 of a special series on Direct to Consumer companies focused on the golf market. This episode features Brad Payne, Founder of Walker Trolleys (www.walkertrolleys.com). Walker Trolleys makes a premium golf pushcart to help golfers enjoy the experience of walking during their round. Listen to the episode to hear how Brad thinks about marketing channels, managing supply chain risk and his prospects for DTC in golf more broadly. After the interview, Roberto and Dan discuss takeaways from the discussion with Brad. If you are interested in buying a Walker Trolley, use code COURSERECORD20 at checkout for $20 off on walkertrolleys.com. This episode is Part 2 of 3 of a special series on Direct to Consumer companies focused on the golf market. This episode features Brad Payne, Founder of Walker Trolleys (www.walkertrolleys.com). Walker Trolleys makes a premium golf pushcart to help go golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #15: DTC Series: Trap Golf 15 15 #15: DTC Series: Trap Golf full 3bca150b-7a82-4df7-aad9-9b4562ae0539 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b673dcb6 Tue, 08 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 1033 This episode is Part 1 of 3 of a special series on Direct to Consumer companies focused on the golf market. This episode features Wayne Birch Jr., Co-founder and Co-owner of Trap Golf (trapgolf.com). Trap Golf makes apparel that reflects the intersection of golf, art and hip-hop. Listen to the episode to see how Wayne (who is a caddie on the PGA Tour) has used his unique background to bring legitimacy to a brand that's growing the game of golf and the tactics he's using to help it grow. This episode is Part 1 of 3 of a special series on Direct to Consumer companies focused on the golf market. This episode features Wayne Birch Jr., Co-founder and Co-owner of Trap Golf (trapgolf.com). Trap Golf makes apparel that reflects the intersect golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #14: PGA Show Panel (featuring CapTech, aboutGOLF and Concert Golf) 14 14 #14: PGA Show Panel (featuring CapTech, aboutGOLF and Concert Golf) full 4068fd5e-30f1-4b5f-949f-0ddc8a9095b9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f39fa28b Wed, 09 Feb 2022 09:42:51 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 3223 Much like Lebron in 2010, CRS decided to take it’s talents to South Beach…well, not quite. But we did land in Orlando for the PGA Show! We had an interesting panel of 3 guests, and covered a lot of ground. Specifically, you'll hear from: (1) Jon Bradway of Captech, a technology consulting firm that recently signed a marquee partnership with the PGA of America, (2) Ken Reynolds of aboutGOLF Simulators and (3) Matthew Hobbins of Concert Golf Partners, an owner-operator of over 25 upscale clubs nationwide. We know you'll enjoy their perspectives on what's hot in the game right now and how their companies are making bold bets for the future of golf. After the interview, Dan and Roberto debrief on their main takeaways of the conversation and whether some of their predictions for 2022 (see Episode #13) are more bullish or bearish after hearing from insiders. Please subscribe, write a review for the show and recommend it to a friend. Your support goes a long way in helping us bring more content like this to you. Much like Lebron in 2010, CRS decided to take it’s talents to South Beach…well, not quite. But we did land in Orlando for the PGA Show! We had an interesting panel of 3 guests, and covered a lot of ground. Specifically, you'll hear from: (1) Jon Bradway golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #13: Predictions for the Business of Golf in 2022 13 13 #13: Predictions for the Business of Golf in 2022 full 4e42ae2c-3d62-4729-8565-b414b7d70e42 https://share.transistor.fm/s/19b93184 Wed, 19 Jan 2022 17:17:34 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2335 Roberto and Dan kick off 2022 with predictions for 2022. We discuss non-green grass golf, betting in golf, golf media, the future of startup golf leagues (PGL, SGL), direct to consumer brands, and gender equity in golf. Stay tuned throughout the year for deep-dives on some of these topics with expert guests. Roberto and Dan kick off 2022 with predictions for 2022. We discuss non-green grass golf, betting in golf, golf media, the future of startup golf leagues (PGL, SGL), direct to consumer brands, and gender equity in golf. Stay tuned throughout the year golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #12: Stewart Cink 12 12 #12: Stewart Cink full bde86939-f591-4365-962f-73c7f87231f9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8be79cfa Thu, 16 Dec 2021 07:50:42 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 4142 Stewart Cink has been a PGA Tour player since 1997. He has 8 PGA Tour wins, highlighted by the 2009 Open Championship, appeared in five Ryder Cups and reached the #5 position in the Official World Golf Ranking. Stewart was a He's is one of the game's consummate gentlemen and a wealth of knowledge of the evolution of the professional game (and barbeque). Stewart Cink has been a PGA Tour player since 1997. He has 8 PGA Tour wins, highlighted by the 2009 Open Championship, appeared in five Ryder Cups and reached the #5 position in the Official World Golf Ranking. Stewart was a He's is one of the game's co golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #11: Club Pro Guy 11 11 #11: Club Pro Guy full f056784c-a1c5-4c09-b2fd-94c5e81f8c18 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f4be0399 Tue, 23 Nov 2021 08:02:24 -0500 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 2567 Club Pro Guy (@clubproguy) is a satirical character who depicts the life of a Golf Club Pro. Having risen to fame through his accomplishments on the Mexican Mini Tour, CPG then transitioned to become the Club Pro at one of Kansas City's elite semi-private golf clubs. In this episode, CPG talks about his business experience involving many aspects of running a golf operation and founding a new club altogether. He captures many of his thoughts in his new book "Club Pro Guy's Other Black Book: Wisdom from a Lifetime of Punching out Sideways" available at clubproguy.com. As CPG is a fictional, satirical character please take this interview with a grain of salt, and enjoy a good laugh. Please subscribe if you enjoy the show, we have a lot more great guests coming up! Club Pro Guy (@clubproguy) is a satirical character who depicts the life of a Golf Club Pro. Having risen to fame through his accomplishments on the Mexican Mini Tour, CPG then transitioned to become the Club Pro at one of Kansas City's elite semi-privat golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf Yes #10: Jesse Menachem (Mass Golf) 10 10 #10: Jesse Menachem (Mass Golf) full 513438f1-c089-4fba-bf21-ff615b3d3202 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4a8d53f3 Wed, 03 Nov 2021 22:29:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 3523 Jesse Menachem is Executive Director and CEO of Mass Golf, the state Golf Association in Massachusetts. He’s been with the organization since 2004, where he started as an intern, then Director of Rules and Competition, before becoming Executive Director in 2013. Jesse is also the President of the International Association of Golf Administrators. He’s dedicated his life’s work to improving the game of golf and has a unique perspective on the game. Jesse Menachem is Executive Director and CEO of Mass Golf, the state Golf Association in Massachusetts. He’s been with the organization since 2004, where he started as an intern, then Director of Rules and Competition, before becoming Executive Director golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #9: Eric Stepanian 9 9 #9: Eric Stepanian full e66e24fd-91f3-45e2-a007-5a26919550fa https://share.transistor.fm/s/87941ead Thu, 30 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 3561 Eric Stepanian is the founder of The Fliers Club, an international travel and private club experience designed by a collective of golfers who are inspired by the discovery of diverse courses, cultures & time-honored traditions of the game. In this episode, we talk to Eric about what makes a community of golfers so unique, how the Fliers Club turned a community of golfers into a business and how Eric took aspects from his background in the PGA of America and other jobs to form the Fliers Club. Eric Stepanian is the founder of The Fliers Club, an international travel and private club experience designed by a collective of golfers who are inspired by the discovery of diverse courses, cultures & time-honored traditions of the game. In this ep golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #8: Mike Small 8 8 #8: Mike Small full 159ef766-fdcc-4ee1-a9d7-00252f5f9e1b https://share.transistor.fm/s/6cf515de Wed, 01 Sep 2021 19:57:54 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 4221 Mike Small is head men's golf coach at the University of Illinois, ranked #10 in the 2021-2022 pre-season golf rankings. In this episode, we discuss the ramifications of the Name, Image and Likeness ruling, how the mechanics of college golf (recruiting, fundraising, leadership) really work and how Coach Small develops college players into pros. Mike Small is head men's golf coach at the University of Illinois, ranked #10 in the 2021-2022 pre-season golf rankings. In this episode, we discuss the ramifications of the Name, Image and Likeness ruling, how the mechanics of college golf (recruiting, golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #7: Jeehae Lee 7 7 #7: Jeehae Lee full 4e60a657-bb99-43ca-87ae-b05d10a482ee https://share.transistor.fm/s/3154fbc6 Tue, 10 Aug 2021 08:58:04 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 3719 Jeehae Lee is founder and CEO of Sportsbox.ai, a tech company focused on sports performance improvement. Jeehae has built a well rounded set of experiences in golf, as a LPGA pro, Michelle Wie's manager and TopGolf executive, picking up a Wharton MBA along the way. Jeehae is articulate and insightful about the business of golf. In this episode she offers her opinions on the future of golf coaching, the role of tech in golf, and the ever-changing role that golf has played in her life. We're mixing it up this episode and running a very cool custom apparel giveaway with H&B. The action is all happening over on their Instagram account @holdernessbourne. We're giving away custom logoed Course Record Show gear, designed by Castro Golf. The shirt is our all-time favorite golf shirt - the Maxwell - and the pullover is the Somerville, a mid-weight piece that's perfect for when the weather cools down. To enter, go to @holdernessbourne on Instagram - We will choose the winner this Friday 8/13 and send exact sizes. Jeehae Lee is founder and CEO of Sportsbox.ai, a tech company focused on sports performance improvement. Jeehae has built a well rounded set of experiences in golf, as a LPGA pro, Michelle Wie's manager and TopGolf executive, picking up a Wharton MBA alo golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf Yes #6: Chad Parker 6 6 #6: Chad Parker full 2060c57b-b580-4c9c-b460-4626a30e92ad https://share.transistor.fm/s/6964914f Wed, 21 Jul 2021 09:31:33 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 3803 Chad Parker is GM and COO at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta, GA. In this episode, we talk to Chad about the operations of a golf club, hosting a PGA Tour event, pro shop merchandising, philanthropy, barbeque and more. Chad Parker is GM and COO at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta, GA. In this episode, we talk to Chad about the operations of a golf club, hosting a PGA Tour event, pro shop merchandising, philanthropy, barbeque and more. golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #5: Brian Ferris 5 5 #5: Brian Ferris full 32679b6f-152a-4e15-b1e4-071281830444 https://share.transistor.fm/s/713f3987 Thu, 24 Jun 2021 21:31:59 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 4192 Brian Ferris is a golf course developer, restauranteur and co-chair of the Pebble Beach Company. We talk about building Chestatee Golf Club in suburban Atlanta, why he sometimes regrets not using Jack Nicklaus as his designer, and the other ups and downs of the business over the last 20 years. Brian also tells the story of how his father got involved at Pebble Beach alongside a couple other folks you might have heard of - Arnold Palmer and Clint Eastwood. Brian is a hard charging, high energy guy and you'll really enjoy hearing his perspectives on the golf business. Brian Ferris is a golf course developer, restauranteur and co-chair of the Pebble Beach Company. We talk about building Chestatee Golf Club in suburban Atlanta, why he sometimes regrets not using Jack Nicklaus as his designer, and the other ups and downs golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No #4: Roberto talks Travel & Expense 4 4 #4: Roberto talks Travel & Expense full 37599f4f-eaeb-4e56-9218-745b2a90f2f9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c3d38757 Wed, 02 Jun 2021 09:11:40 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 1711 Episode #4 of the Course Record Show features our very own Roberto Castro talking about the day-to-day of a tour pro. We cover the usual expense breakdown of playing professional golf and what life on the road looks like. These are some of the most frequently asked questions that amateurs ask pros during pro-ams and outings, so we’re bringing them to you here. Episode #4 of the Course Record Show features our very own Roberto Castro talking about the day-to-day of a tour pro. We cover the usual expense breakdown of playing professional golf and what life on the road looks like. These are some of the most freq golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No Ep 3: Jane Geddes 3 3 Ep 3: Jane Geddes full 9e1e79cf-04c7-4c9b-a6a3-3edd2148c901 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8dc2b021 Thu, 29 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 3354 From winning 2 majors, to law school, to working in professional wrestling, Jane Geddes has done it all. We talk about playing golf in a bubble, switching to the administrative side of the LPGA, working at the WWE, and her current role as CEO of The Legends Tour. From winning 2 majors, to law school, to working in professional wrestling, Jane Geddes has done it all. We talk about playing golf in a bubble, switching to the administrative side of the LPGA, working at the WWE, and her current role as CEO of The Legends Tour. From winning 2 majors, to law school, to working in professional wrestling, Jane Geddes has done it all. We talk about playing golf in a bubble, switching to the administrative side of the LPGA, working at the WWE, and her current role as CEO of The Legen golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No Ep 2: Harry Arnett 2 2 Ep 2: Harry Arnett full 6a856cfb-2f69-4643-acbc-4d39e6a7892e https://share.transistor.fm/s/1896b0db Wed, 28 Apr 2021 10:54:34 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 4389 Longtime marketing guru at Callaway and TaylorMade talks us through the finances of sponsoring Tour players, the OEMs position on the distance debate, and making the jump into entrepreneurship by co-founding an apparel brand, Municipal, with Mark Wahlberg. Longtime marketing guru at Callaway and TaylorMade talks us through the finances of sponsoring Tour players, the OEMs position on the distance debate, and making the jump into entrepreneurship by co-founding an apparel brand, Municipal, with Mark Wahlberg golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf Yes Ep 1: Joe Ogilvie 1 1 Ep 1: Joe Ogilvie full ed875603-ec9a-407f-ac4a-e838b71645bb https://share.transistor.fm/s/a5182ab2 Tue, 27 Apr 2021 16:15:14 -0400 Roberto Castro Roberto Castro 3980 15 year PGA Tour veteran talks about how Tour players think about money, having Thanksgiving dinner with Warren Buffett, what makes The Masters so special, and the biggest threat facing the PGA Tour. 15 year PGA Tour veteran talks about how Tour players think about money, having Thanksgiving dinner with Warren Buffett, what makes The Masters so special, and the biggest threat facing the PGA Tour. golf, business, business of golf, pga tour, professional golf No