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Grassroots is the golf podcast you never saw coming. An authentic, deep dive into the people and places that give life to golf and the culture that surrounds it. Laz Versalles and LaJethro Jenkins are joined by guests who discuss life, culture and a little bit of golf.

Laz Versalles and John Nichols


    • Jul 7, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 39m AVG DURATION
    • 8 EPISODES


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    Grassroots Ep.8 - Joe Hooks Recounts His Legendary 100 Hole Hike

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022 40:21


    This episode of Grassroots goes DEEP- as in -44 under par DEEP- with Joe Hooks who helped raise over $50K for Youth on Course. Tune in and get to know Joe who is also part of our upcoming Grind docuseries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Grassroots Ep. 7 - Lucky Cruz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 20:17


    Steph Curry's Underrated Golf Tour brings a much needed infusion of energy to the junior golf world. In this episode, Laz sits down to talk with Lucky Cruz, a 14-year old competing the Underrated inaugural event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Grassroots Ep.5 - The Legacy of Bill Spiller

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2022 37:24


    Bill Spiller is the man most responsible for breaking down the barriers for minorities to play on the PGA Tour. Our first "road show" takes us to the California African American Museum where we visit with his son, Bill Spiller, Jr. 

    Grassroots Ep.4 - A Beginner's Guide

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2022 52:26


    In this episode of Grassroots, Laz and John break down some of the real and imagined barriers of golf. If you're on the fence about getting started, this episode is a must. If you have "takes" on dress codes and traditions, you'll be glad you pulled up to listen. 

    Grassroots Ep.3 - Roger Steele

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2022 55:30


    Few people have shaped the culture of golf quite like Roger Steele. He joins the Grassroots podcast to talk about his love affair with golf, his hometown of Chicago, and his dreams and ambitions for the future. 

    Grassroots Ep.2 - Josiah Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2022 44:02


    Known as the King of NBA Twitter, Josiah Johnson joins Laz and John at the driving range to hit some golf balls and share his story. Josiah discusses his unique childhood, sports, his time at UCLA, and his career in media. 

    Grassroots Ep.1 - Masters 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 60:09


    Golf belongs to everybody. The Fire Pit Collective's Grassroots podcast is a vehicle to introduce the voices of people who shape our culture. Hosts Lajethro Jenkins and Laz Versalles are joined by Alan Shipnuck for a conversation about the Masters. 

    Grassroots TRAILER

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2022 3:48


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