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In Golf, the Range is the place where you go to try out new equipment, improve your swing, and hang out with your friends. The Range Podcast is a place where the experts who create the latest in golf equipment, apparel, and accessories take us inside product development and show the side of golf that is built to improve your game. New products, looks back at our favorite classic gear, and some great stories from the Tour. It all awaits here…on the Range.

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    • Aug 25, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    Episode 62 - Marni Ines, Titleist Irons

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2021 50:50


    We are pleased to welcome back the Director of Irons Development with Titleist R&D, Marni Ines. This week we talk about the new releases for the Fall, the T100, T100s, T200, T300, and U505 irons. Marni takes us through each club line and talks about the creation process in the times of Covid. This will take you inside the process for sure.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 61 - Michael Vrska, Callaway Golf

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2021 50:50


    We are pleased to be joined by Callaway Golf's Director of Custom Fitting and Player Performance to talk about the benefits that come from custom fitting. We look at his career and he answers the crucial fitting question, "How much can I really improve with properly fit clubs?" You may not believe the answer!!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 60 - Tom Doak, Golf Course Architect

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2021 54:54


    We are joined by legendary golf course architect, Tom Doak. We look at his career and discuss some of his past and current work in creating world class golf courses.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 59 - Eric Loper, Callaway Golf

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2021 47:46


    We are joined by Callaway Golf's Senior Director of Golf Ball Research & Development, Eric Loper. We look back on his career but also get into the principles that drive golf ball development and how he is applying them after joining the Callaway team. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 58 - Keith Duffy, FootJoy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2021 44:10


    We are joined by Keith Duffy, the Principal of Advanced Concepts with FootJoy. We look at Keith's unique career path that took him from running tournaments through hockey and into the world of golf footwear. Now he oversees the innovations to come!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 57 - John Krzynowek, Golf Datatech

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2021 40:26


    We are pleased to be joined once again by Golf Datatech Partner John Krzynowek to look at how the game of golf has been retaining players who came back to the game in the whirlwind of the 2020 season. PLus we look at their latest report on custom fitting; the biggest growth area in golf equipment.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 56 - Brady Kannon, Long Shots on VSiN

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2021 43:00


    We are pleased to be joined by golf handicapper and the host of Long Shots on VSiN, Brady Kannon. We discuss his career in broadcasting, golf, and the sports gaming industry and look at how to make smart wagers on the professional golf tours.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Episode 55 - Marshall Thompson - Fujikura Composites

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2021 38:39


    We are pleased to welcome Fujikura Golf Techincal Services Coordinator Marshall Thompson to The Range. We talk about Marshall's career, as a PGA Tour rep and as the lead tester for new shaft technology that comes to market from Fujikura Composites. Enjoy this look behind the scenes of the #1 Premium Golf Shaft in the golf industry today!Privacy Policy and California Privacy Notice.

    Episode 54 - Grant Knudson - PUMA Golf

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2021 0:32


    We are pleased to be joined by PUMA Golf's Global Head of Product & Marketing, Grant Knudson. We talk about his rise through the equipment industry and moving from shoe testing to overseeing one of golf's biggest apparel and footwear brands. Privacy Policy and California Privacy Notice.

    Episode 53 - Dr Benoit Vincent - Golf Club Engineering Legend

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2021 58:07


    We are pleased to be joined this week by former TaylorMade Golf Chief Technical Officer, Dr Benoit Vincent. We talk about his amazing career at TaylorMade Golf and the leadership skills that helped that brand reach the top of the equipment industry and stay there. We also look at the surprise move that he made next!

    Episode 52 - Alan Shipnuck - Author/Golf Journalist

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2021 55:35


    This week we are joined by author and renowned golf journalist Alan Shipnuck. We discuss his illustrious career, the Ryder Cup, and his latest endeavors as a partner with the Firepit Collective.

    Episode 51 - Why We Created The Range

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2021 16:31


    This week we look at why The Range was started, and it fits into the global golf community. Learn more about who we are and what makes this Show unique.

    Episode 50 - Jose Miraflor - COBRA Golf

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2021 28:44


    We are joined by COBRA Golf's VP of Marketing and COBRA Architecture, Jose Miraflor, to learn the story of how COBRA brought their all new putter line to the marketplace. Learn just how long these clubs have been in design and production.

    Episode 49 - Tom Coyne - A Course Called America

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2021 48:28


    We are joined once again by acclaimed author Tom Coyne to talk about his newest release, A Course Called America. We discuss his journey to all fifty states and break down what American golf is really all about.

    Episode 48 - Dave Ortley - Municipal

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2021 42:12


    We welcome Municipal Vice Preisdent of Product, Dave Ortley, back to the Show to take us inside the brand as it has been recently featured on the HBO Max series, Wahl Street. Dave talks about the many obstacles that faced Municipal in the lead up to their launch in 2020, including a global pandemic.

    Episode 47 - When a Golf Trip Becomes a Disaster

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2021 18:20


    This week we hit the road for an epic golf road trip to Bandon Dunes Resort in Oregon. What happens when a dream trip turns into a disaster? We found out and now share the story.

    Episode 46 - Shaun Madigan - Global Director of Apparel, adidas Golf

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2021 31:15


    We are joined by Shaun Madigan, the Global Director of Apparel for adidas Golf. We discuss his journey in the golf industry and talk about the growth and future directions for golf apparel.

    Episode 45 - Bill Stewart - Chief Operations Officer, SCNS Sports Foods

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2021 24:55


    We are joined by Bill Stewart, the Chief Operations Officer for SCNS Sports Foods and the creator of the 1st Tee and 10th Tee bars. We look back at the history of THE Golf Energy Bar, and how it helps you beyond feeding your hunger.

    Episode 44 - Chris McGinley - Chief Revenue Officer, V1 Sports

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 40:36


    We are joined by Chris McGinley, Chief Revenue Officer with V1 Sports and the Founder and CEO of Swing Align Trainer. He talks about his career, which includes over 20 years as theVP of Marketing with Titleist. Engineering and the human element...all are factors in why we love the clubs we do.

    Episode 43 - John Krzynowek - Partner, Golf Datatech

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2021 34:29


    We are joined by Golf Datatech Partner John Krzynowek to look at their new World Golf Report and see the latest trends in the business of golf. Rounds are up. Equipment sales are up. But did everything thrive? Listen to find out!

    Episode 42 - Noelle Zavaleta - PR & Social Media Specialist, Cleveland Golf/Srixon/XXIO

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 27:29


    We are joined by the PR and Social Media Specialist for Cleveland Golf, Srixon, and XXIO, Noelle Zavaleta.

    Episode 41 - Chris Voshall - Product Manager, Mizuno Golf

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 48:18


    We are joined by Mizuno Golf Product Manager Chris Voshall to look at his career in golf club engineering, and to get insight into what makes Mizuno Irons unique. A great in depth look at golf clubs and the science therein.

    Episode 40 - Dave Ortley - VP of Product, MUNICIPAL

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021 58:11


    We are joined by Dave Ortley, the Director of Product for MUNICIPAL. Dave headed the adidas Golf Footwear team that created the Tour 360, revolutionizing how golf shoes are manufactured. We take a look at his career and his loves in life; golf, surfing, and creating.

    Episode 39 - Pete McDaniel - Author, Golf Journalist

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 58:52


    We are joined by golf journalist Pete McDaniel. Pete co-authored the Earl Woods book, Training a Tiger, and Tiger Woods' best seller, How I Play Golf. He also wrote Uneven Lies: The Heroic Story of African-Americans in Golf. We discuss his life and career in golf, including a look at his relationship with Tiger Woods and his family.

    Episode 38 - Barney Adams - BGT

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2021 54:57


    We are pleased to be joined by the founder of Adams Golf and Breakthrough Golf Technology, Barney Adams. he takes us through his amazing career in golf; one you have to hear to believe. Even then this story is amazing!

    Episode 37 - Dave WIlliams - 2UNDR

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2021 34:13


    We talk with the Founder of 2UNDR and the President of Rampion Enterprises, Dave WIlliams, about his long career in golf. From bringing the first bag stands to North America, to creating his fun and amazing underwear, Dave has seen it all.

    Episode 36 - John Novosel Jr - Tour Tempo

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2021 26:38


    We are joined by instructor and author John Novosel Jr to look at his career in the game. His teachings focus on tempo and delivering a well timed and thus more effective swing.

    Episode 35 - New Products for 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2021 7:03


    This week we look at new products coming to the golf marketplace in 2021 after attending the virtual PGA Merchandise Show. Every single product mentioned in this Show will have an in depth feature published at http://www.thegolfspotlight.com.

    Episode 34 - Brian Bazzel VP Global Product - TaylorMade Golf

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2021 35:39


    We are joined by TaylorMade Golf's Vice President of Global Product Brian Bazzel to look at his career and the advancements made in golf club development over the past two decades,

    Episode 33 - Kit Mungo, Master Club Fitter - Club Champion Golf

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 39:52


    We are joined by Club Champion Golf Master Fitter Kit Mungo,. Kit shares his stories from the early days of club fitting on the PGA Tour and how he got his start...thanks to the King. We also discuss how technology is making the game more fun for those who most embrace it.

    Episode 32 - John Ashworth, Co-Founder - Linksoul

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 42:59


    We are pleased to be joined by golf apparel icon John Ashworth. We look at his amazing career and how he brings an element of relaxed cool to the golf course.

    Episode 31 - Patrick Koenig, Golf Course Photographer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2021 41:48


    We open 2021 with a guest who has made playing golf daily into a living. He also happens to be a renowned golf course photographer and Patrick Koenig combines his skills and passions into a golf lifestyle to which we can all aspire.

    Episode 30 - Looking Back at 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 52:59


    We look back at golf in 2020 with special guest, Fujikura's Product Marketing Manager, Austin Tudor.

    Episode 29 - Matt Ginella, Dawn Patrol Productions

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 46:09


    We are joined by renowned golf traveler and storyteller, Matt Ginella. We look back at his storybook career in golf travel and media, and look ahead to the future.

    Episode 28 - Lauren Luneckas, President - Kentwool Performance Apparel

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 23:25


    We sit down with Lauren Lunckas, the president of Kentwool Performance Apparel. We look at her fast rise in the golf equipment industry, and look at a career that really began early.

    Episode 27 - Eddie Rowland, CEO - Nexbelt & Holiday Gift Ideas

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2020 15:29


    Nexbelt CEO Eddie Rowland joins The Range to tell his story and how a chance purchase overseas led to patents and the top belt company in the golf industry. We also take a look at holiday golf shopping, and how Ralph can help make it special!

    Episode 26 - Tom Coyne, Best Selling Author - A Course Called Ireland

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 42:23


    We are joined by Bestselling author Tom Coyneto look at his literary and golf careers and how they have intersected over the years. His 1st person books, A Course Called Ireland and A Course Called Scotland are true must-reads for anyone who enjoys a great golf tale.

    Episode 25 - Marni Ines, Director of Irons Development - Titleist Golf Clubs

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 44:43


    I am joined by the Director of Irons Development for TItleist Golf Clubs R&D, Marni Ines. We look at his interesting introduction to the game of golf and his passion to play better and design better clubs for all players.

    Episode 24 - Dr Jason Wersland, Founder - Therabody

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2020 31:17


    We are joined by Dr Jason Wersland, the Founder and Chief Wellness Officer for Therabody. He invented the Theragun and takes us throught he amazing journey from an accidental invention to a movement of healing.

    Episode 23 - Kevin Lindsay, Marketing Manager - Golden Tee

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 18:31


    We step away from the course but continue the golf discussion when we talk with Kevin Lindsay, the Marketing Manager for Incredible Technologies, the makers of Golden Tee.

    Episode 22 - Dave Cordero, Director of Internal Communications - PGA Tour

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 35:53


    We are joined by the PGA Tour's Director of Internal Communications to look back at his career in media relations with TaylorMade Golf and the World Golf Hall of Fame. We also look at how the Tour responded to Covid-19 during the unusual 2020 season.

    Episode 21 - Laurie Watson, Head of Communications - St Andrews Links Trust

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 24:05


    We take a podcast trip to the Home of Golf when we are joined by Laurie Watson, the Head of Communications for the St Andrews Links Trust. We talk about the courses, how to book, and what you should know before heading for a dream golf trip to Scotland.

    Episode 20 - Mark Crossfield

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 44:59


    Golf Instructor and Golf Content Creator, Mark Crossfield, joins us on the Range to talk about his career and enjoying the game of golf.

    Episode 19 - Jose Miraflor, Vice President of Marketing - COBRA PUMA Golf

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 42:33


    We are joined by a true Renaissance Man of the golf equipment industry, as we talk with Jose Miraflor, the Vice President of Marketing for COBRA PUMA Golf. Don't let his title fool you, though, he is a driving force in club design concepts and execution. He also grinds some mean wedges!

    Episode 18 - Harry Arnett, CEO - MUNICIPAL

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 45:04


    We are joined by Harry Arnett, the CEO of MUNICIPAL and former VP of Marketing at Callaway. Harry shares stories from his time at TaylorMade and Callaway, while also taking us inside the brand new MUNICIPAL brand.

    Episode 17 - Bruce Loman, Former Dir. of Communications - Callaway Golf

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 41:46


    Take a trip back into the history of Callaway Golf as we are joined by their former Director of Communications, Bruce Loman. Bruce was an original employee of Callaway Golf and was involved in many aspects of the company's exponential growth in the 1980's and 1990's.

    Episode 16 - Damon Hack, Co-Host Morning Drive, Golf Channel

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 35:10


    We are pleased to be joined by Damon Hack, one of the co-hosts of Morning Drive which airs daily on Golf Channel. We look back at his career including Super Bowls, golf majors, and stops at the New York Times, Sports Illustrated and now at Golf Channel. We also discuss the hurdles we all face in 2020.

    Episode 15 - Dean Snell, Founder and CEO - Snell Golf

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 42:36


    Legendary golf ball pioneer Dean Snell joins the Range to talk about his part in the history of golf ball evolution. From leading the creation of the fist urethane golf ball cover, to pioneering solid core design, to building golf's first five layer ball, Dean Snell is a leading authority in golf ball tech. Now he creates premium balls that he sells at an affordable price thought his Snell Golf Brand.

    Episode 14 - Joel Monson, Global Public Relations Manager - adidas Golf

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 39:49


    We are joined by the Global Public Relations Manager for adidas Golf to see what goes on behind the scenes to get information to the public, on the latest releases from golf's biggest apparel and footwear brand.

    Episode 13 - Mike Ferris, Chief Strategist - Sacks Parente Golf

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 39:50


    We are joined golf equipment industry veteran Mike Ferris to look back at the evolution of equipment over the years. He is currently the Chief Stategist with Sacks Parente Golf.

    Episode 12 - Sean Toulon, Sr VP - Callaway Golf / GM - Odyssey Golf

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 36:20


    I am joined this week by Sean Toulon, the Senior Vice-President of Callaway Golf and the General Manager of Odyssey Golf. More than anything, he is a legend in golf club design, delivering some of the most iconic club releases in the last 20 years.

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