Bunker Banter

Summer is around the corner so the Connecticut PGA staff is on the road again!Hear about special awards, member dues, PGA Jr. league, welcome new members, recent tournament champions and upcoming events.Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

We are back after a great Spring Meeting! We welcome new associates and newly elected PGA Member, Thomas Cook, PGA!The Charity Classic is around the corner, make sure to register for the Walter Lowell tournament and more...Sports highlights: PGA Championship, NBA & NHL playoffs...Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

We are back for an exciting episode with the Vice President of the PGA of America, Don Rea, PGA!We discuss upcoming section events along with DCP, The Masters, and learn a little bit more about Don.Thank you to Don for taking the time to join us!Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

April is here so we are getting closer to upcoming events and final education workshops. Golf season is approaching, member highlights and new sponsors!Today's Sports Talk: Baseball, Golf & The Masters, BasketballFollow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

Today's episode features the great Johnny Pickles! We discuss the Walter Lowell Award applications, Charity Classic, Spring Meeting and more!Today's sports talk: Football, Golf & March Madness!Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

Junior golf and tournament registrations open, PGA HOPE training approaching. Member recognitions including, welcoming newest PGA Member, Marie Allo!Walter Lowell Award applications, upcoming education opportunities, deferred compensation & banter!Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

In today's episode we bring you special guest, Jason Loomis, PGA who recently won the PGA of America Merchandiser of the Year - Public Award!We chat with him about his merchandising strategies, connecting with members and fundraising. Recap of ADM workshop, Neuropeak Pro returns, PGA HOPE Instructor Training date available, new Charity Classic date and more.Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

We are back from the PGA Show, we met with some partners, networked and got to see many of you!Membership is growing, tournament schedule is slowly being released, education workshops are coming up and we are looking forward to another great year. Please reach out to us with anything you need help with, we are here for you!Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

New ideas flowing as we enter 2024, we are going to have more of you on the show, we cover recent highlights, winter workshops are coming up, PGA HOPE instructor training and more... Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

Bunker Banter continues with exciting revamps ahead as we enter the podcast room at the new office! Today's episode features: register for the Fall meeting, President John Lindert will be a guest! Special Awards, BFBF, Education Workshop, Deferred Compensation....& sports!Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

We are finally back, thought it was time to start up season 3!Much to catch up on as you haven't heard from us since May. Recap of events, upcoming special awards, fundraising and the new office!Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

PGA & CT PGA Championships, Walter Lowell, new associates, Travelers Qualifiers are approaching. Baseball, Hockey, Golf, Michael Block and more.Highlight of today's episode: We pass along the idea to encourage you over this Memorial Day weekend to google names of fallen service members, learn their story and share it!Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

We bring on guest Chris Tallman, PGA to speak a little bit about his new role and his time playing in the PGA Professional Championship, as well as some typical sports banter.Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

Kicking off the season this week, Spring meeting/HOF recap, Spring Pro-Pro, member spotlights, PGA Professional Championship and upcoming tournaments.The boys discuss the NFL draft, PGA Tour, Women's golf and apparently Tim dominated in pickup basketball last week..."absolute domination" - Tim ParagoneFollow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

Spring is here and we are excited to kick off the year with our Spring meeting coming up Tuesday, April 25th! We brought on Bob Sparks to highlight what we've got going on and share in a little sports banter. If you haven't yet, please register for the meeting at ctpga.comFollow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

Bunker Banter returns! We welcome back Tim and Reid from Augusta National with all of their excitement and stories! We also brought Erin Sargent, Member Operations Specialist for the PGA of America on the show to talk about the exciting new home-site and welcome members to a special unique experience when they come to visit! To inquire about scheduling a visit to the PGA of America home-site email memberexperience@pgahq.com or call 214-308-6038Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

Spring is here and we are ready! PGA HOPE is about to start in the next couple of weeks, Spring meeting is around the corner, special award nominations are launching and Walter Lowell Award applications are open.Tim is headed to Augusta this weekend, he will be attending the Drive, Chip, & Putt National Finals at Augusta! March Madness is winding down, Match Play and Masters picks in this episode!Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

We are very excited to welcome the President of the PGA of America, John Lindert, PGA to the show today!We wanted to get to know John, hear about his new role, his opinions on many topics as well as what his outlook is for what he wants to accomplish in his term as President.Thank you to John for taking the time to join us!Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

We'll be talking section updates, local golf and we welcome special guest Ryan Hoffman, CSGA Director, Operations, Rules & Competitions!Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

Dennis and Tim paint a good picture of what's going on in the section and in sports. We want to thank our presenting sponsor Mohegan Sun, applications for the Walter Lowell Award are open. New in the section this year is the the drone! If you'd like to let Lauren practice with the drone at your facility please reach out!March Madness is here and PGA Tour discussion in today's episode.Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

Dennis is back from his vacation on the beach just in time for the snow in CT to join Tim on todays episode!Registration for tournaments and junior golf is now open, sign up for the PGA Specialization if you haven't already and the spring meeting coming in April. The boys also discuss Florida Swing, Puerto Rico Open and more...Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

Dennis and Tim celebrate their one year Bunker Banter Anniversary on none other than Valentines Day!! Members, don't forget to register for our other winter workshops and the PGA Specialization Program. Registration for tournaments and junior golf opens March 1st. What are your thoughts on the Super Bowl?Want to co-host with Tim in the next episode while Dennis is out? Let us know! Email Tim at tparagone@pgahq.comFollow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

We welcome special guests Brian Keiser and Joe Mentz to the show today! Education workshops and big weekend coming up with the Eagles vs. Chiefs...we have a face off between the guys today as Dennis and Brian root for the Eagles and Joe and Tim root for the Chiefs.Who's your Super Bowl pick?Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

Little bit of tension between Tim and Dennis in today's episode as Dennis continues to gloat about the Eagles win and Tim has had enough. They also highlight the tensions between Rory Mcllroy and Patrick Reed in the Dubai Desert Classic.Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

Dennis comes to us live from the PGA Show in FL with Tim back here in CT for a quick show! They highlight this past weekends football games along with Tim's loss to Dennis for another Jersey Mike's sandwich.Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

Winter workshop schedule is finalized... sign up to learn about evolving and enhancing your golf career and more! Banter for today includes the boys covering phone greeting enthusiasm, a Johnny Pickles weather report, Rutgers, UConn, PGA Tour Netflix premiere and more.Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

Dennis is back with Tim for a packed episode! We are GLOBAL...this podcast hit 4 countries last year and we hope to grow bigger...find out where we have the most listeners in this episode! Also, learn about winter education opportunities coming up, information on the PGA Specialization program and a PQ orientation on the calendar as well. Sports banter today highlights... the WWE, basketball, and golf in the NFL?Thank you to our listeners for your continued support!Follow us and join the conversation on instagram @bunker_banter Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts We'll see you next time!

Season 2 is here! We are ready to ring in the new year on Bunker Banter with host Tim Paragone and special guest...John Dipollina filling in for Dennis!

Tim and Dennis close out year 1 of Bunker Banter, recapping highlights of the year, sharing big news about Tim's new status and as always your regularly scheduled sports banter. Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday season...see you in 2023!

Tim and Dennis highlight their dinner party last night prepared by our rules official Johnny Pickles. Exciting things going on in the Section and Tim and Dennis made a bet...Giants win - Dennis owes Tim Jersey Mike's for lunch. Eagles win - Tim owes Dennis Jersey Mike's, find out next episode. 

It's been a minute since Dennis and Tim have checked in with their many many fans so they are back to go over highlights of the fall meeting and the end of year wrap-up. Additionally, what kind of world are we living in? Dennis and Tim highlight the current chaotic world of athletes and cover more in sports.

Dennis and Tim highlight recent fundraising initiatives, the national and Connecticut PGA annual meetings coming up and more!

Tim and Dennis go over great news in the Section, Tim's very first Remy Cup win after 6 years at the Section, special night at the special awards ceremony at Pine Orchard Yacht & CC and more. We also get to hear from guest Ron Beck, PGA.

It's been too long since you've heard from your pals Dennis and Tim on Bunker Banter. Lauren was away on vacation so they decided to give you this uncut unedited version of themselves to enjoy! Much to catch up on over the last month...(*This episode was recorded on September 9th)

Dennis and Tim highlight the Mass Open, Tony Finau's double win, MLB and more. Also hear about our new fundraising initiative Birdies Fore Brighter Futures!

It's been a little since you've heard from Tim and Dennis but they have returned to fill you in on the latest in Section events including our Connecticut Senior Open..."The Summer Classic" and sports. They'll cover MLB and discuss Tiger Woods at the 150th British Open.

After a week away we are back and ready with special guest Ian Marshall, PGA!

Catch up with Tim and Dennis as they discuss what's going on in the Golf world and hear a little bit about Dennis's b-ball history...

June is already here and we are all getting busier as the golf season is heading into full swing...take a break and check in with us to hear all about the latest from Tim and Dennis

Events are here at the Connecticut PGA Section and we are excited to keep the momentum going! Check in with Tim and Dennis to hear whats coming up, PGA Championship discussion and more...

The weather is finally golf season ready and we have a lot to cover on what is coming up in Section events as well as our new partnership with East Hartford Brewing Group. As the PGA Championship approaches, who's your pick to claim the 2022 title?

Tim and Dennis bring you a review of our upcoming events and the latest in sports including a real Happy Gilmore? 

Join us this week for section updates, a new question of the day and have you ever heard of a Pinball Club?

Each week look for our question of the day on our instagram that Dennis and Tim will discuss in that episode!Comment your answer on our instagram or reach out and let us know!This week we cover upcoming section events and sports.

Dennis and Tim are supplying you with an episode of section updates and a jam packed sports information session...a retiring coach, player trading and athletes such as Jordan Speith, Ben Simmons, Terrell Owens & more...

Tim and Dennis welcome our Connecticut Section President Howie Friday, PGA  to the podcast, they discuss The Masters results, the Spring Meeting and more.

Tim and Dennis prepare as The Masters begins today! We also welcome our second guest to the podcast, Ralph Mayo Jr., our Connecticut PGA HOPE Ambassador. 

Do you think Tiger Woods will play in the Masters? In this episode, Tim and Dennis share their thoughts and bring you a range of topics for discussion including, Girl Scout Cookies?

Tune in to hear what events are coming up here in the near future and find out...are we really talking about pinecones on the podcast?