This podcast is a series of stories from an event called the Tempest in a Teapot - the greatest irrelevant annual golf tournament in the world. Join us as we laugh together and reminisce about the shenanigans from our tournament. We will also be joined by a variety of guests from the wonderful world of golf. So grab a tasty beverage, kick up your feet, and enjoy Tales From A Teapot.
The expert panel consisting of Mr. Clutch - Derek Gyssels, The Goat - Patrick Thibaudeau, The Former 6-0 Sensation - Scotty MacDougall, and yours truly Jay Friesen sit down to break down all the upcoming action at the 14th playing of The Tempest. This episode is best enjoyed on your drive into the Tempest. Drive safely, enjoy the show, and play well gents. Our theme music: "Funk In The Trunk" by Silvermansound.com
A quick announcement / update for this year's Tempest Tournament. Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
July is here and that can only mean one thing - it's Tempest Season and the annual draft show is back! I sit down with the 2023 captains - Michael Nejati and Steven Celebre to get caught up, discuss a Tempest Format change and of course to bring you the 2023 draft selections. As always, grab your favourite beverage and snack, get cozy and enjoy the Tempest Draft. Our theme music: "Funk In The Trunk" by Silvermansound.com
After dragging their feet for much too long, Mike and Jay along with the prophetic Steven Celebre sit down, pour some egg nog and recap the 2022 playing of the Tempest (we got it in this calendar year woot woot). So snuggle up by the fire, pour yourself a glass of your favourite beverage and relax as we once again chat all things Tempest. Merry Christmas! Check out and subscribe to Golf Quest on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/c/GolfQuestChannel Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Music: The Buccaneer's Haul by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Music: Christmas Spirit by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Mike and Jay sit down with expert panelists Scott 7-0 MacDougall and Steve - King of Predictions - Celebre to break down and analyze the upcoming matchups in the 13th playing of the Tempest Teapot Tradition. Maybe you will listen on Tempest Eve or perhaps you will listen on your drive in to the Oaks of St George. Either way, we hope you enjoy the 2022 prediction show. Check out and subscribe to Golf Quest on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/c/GolfQuestChannel Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Music: Climb by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Mike and Jay sit down with the two Captain's for the 2022 Tempest as they announce their picks in our snake draft. Who are the captains? Who will pick first? Which picks will come as a surprise? Who will wear red, who will wear blue, who will wear flowers and who will wear sleeves? Most of these questions and more will all be answered in this special episode of Tales From A Teapot. So settle in, block out distractions, and get ready to enjoy the 2022 draft. Check out and subscribe to Golf Quest on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/c/GolfQuestChannel Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
After a lengthy hiatus, Mike and Jay sit down to catch listeners up on what has been happening in the off season. The guys share some individual updates as well as some hopes we have for this season of Tales From A Teapot. Finally, TFAT launches its first golf giveaway contest so be sure to listen and send in your reply to the contest at Talesfromateapot21@gmail.com. Good to be back :) Check out and subscribe to Golf Quest on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/c/GolfQuestChannel Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
The "Expert Panel" featuring Scotty McNab MacDougall, Steven "you make your own breaks" Celebre, Mike and Jay return to talk about the 2021 Tempest. We go over the results of both the Tempest matches and our pre-tempest predictions. Come join us for the lengthy conclusion to Season 1 of Tales From A Teapot. Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Send questions and comments to Talesfromateapot21@gmail.com
Mike and Jay sit down with esteemed Tempest Greats - Steven Celebre and Scotty McNab MacDougall to discuss the 12th playing of the Tempest Teapot Tradition. This year's Tempest will be played on July 26th at the Dundee Golf and Country Club. Our panel of experts share their insight and make predictions on how they believe the matches will play out. Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Send questions and comments to Talesfromateapot21@gmail.com
This is a can't miss episode for anyone playing in the Tempest this year. In this episode TFAT listeners will learn who the captains are for the 2021 Tempest and they will follow along as the draft plays out directly in this episode. So, grab your favourite munchies, snag a tasty beverage, move to a quiet place and enjoy the official Tempest Teapot draft for 2021. Good luck to both team Red and Blue on July 26th! Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Send questions and comments to Talesfromateapot21@gmail.com
Mike and Jay discuss one of the biggest surprise results in Tempest history as we break down the ins and outs of the 2014 playing of the Tempest Teapot. Of course we throw in some trivia and we also read an actual Tales From a Teapot listener email. Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com The Tempest Press Conference can be seen here: https://youtu.be/QbWwyVPMEpI Send questions and comments to Talesfromateapot21@gmail.com
In today's episode, Mike and Jay sit down with world renowned golf landscape artist Linda Hartough. Linda is golf's preeminent landscape artist and has been commissioned to paint many of golf's finest locations including Augusta National, Pinehurst, and St. Andrews. We talk about how she got started, her process, and some of her favourite courses to capture. Please check out her amazing work at www.hartough.com Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
A quick update from Mike and Jay regarding production over the next 3 - 4 weeks. We will be temporarily pausing the production of our main episodes that focus on our beloved Tempest Tournament. We will still be bringing you interview content during this time. When we return we will continue the Tempest story with the 2014 playing of the Tempest Teapot. Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Mike and Jay sit down with Wes Whittingham - Vice President of Sales for Volvik USA. We chat about the Volvik brand, adding some flare to the golf course, surviving the pandemic and a sneak peak at what is coming down the pipes from Volvik. Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
The conclusion of One in a Million. Mike and Jay discuss the results of the 2013 Tempest, sit down for a chat with Tempest favourites Pat and James, and explain how "Gordo" became a part of Tempest lore. Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Mike and Jay recall the series of zany events that encapsulated the 2013 playing of the Tempest Teapot tradition. A year that was truly one in a million. Part 1 of 2. Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com 2013 Tempest Promo Video: https://youtu.be/AyLvYv_TMrU
Mike and Jay sit down with Doug Breen - the regional Vice-President of Golf North properties - to talk Golf and the current state of the game in the middle of the pandemic. Check out the Golf North courses here: https://golfnorth.ca Toronto Star Article: https://www.thestar.com/politics/provincial/2021/05/11/ontario-golf-courses-will-remain-closed-during-covid-19-stay-at-home-order-solicitor-general-says.html
Mike and Jay discuss how they started building even more anticipation with Tempest promotions. Jay recalls his personal quest to be first captain, Mike dawns a snazzy sweater vest, and the guys discuss all things related to the 2012 playing of the Tempest Teapot. Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com First Tempest Promo Video can be seen here: https://youtu.be/bcuH89t_0TM Send questions and comments to Talesfromateapot21@gmail.com
Mike and Jay discuss the TTPI statistic, a heroic shot in the rain, and the results from the 2nd playing of the Tempest Teapot that took place in the summer of 2011. Please send any questions or comments to: Talesfromateapot21@gmail.com Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Mike and Jay talk about the first ever playing of the Tempest Teapot that took place in August 2010. Send any questions or comments to Talesfromateapot21@gmail.com Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Mike and Jay finish reminiscing over the events that led up to the creation of the Tempest Teapot tradition. Email questions and comments to Talesfromateapot21@gmail.com Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Mike and Jay discuss the events that led to the creation of the biggest irrelevant golf tournament on the planet - The Tempest Teapot tradition. Music: Funk In The Trunk by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
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