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This episode is for all the golf course design junkies and enthusiasts as we sat down with golf course designer Tyler Rae. He joined Gary Williams for a deep dive on his career in golf, some of his creative influences, top courses around the world, periods of time in course architecture and much more. He touched on his work at Lookout Mountain and Old Sawmill and talked in depth about Pinehurst No. 2, Seminole and Pine Valley.Rae has played the top 100 courses in the U.S. and 98 of top 100 in the world so his knowledge of great golf courses is amongst the elite and he loves the hidden gem courses of the world. He also listed his top courses in New England from Eastward Ho, Myopia Hunt Club and the Country Club; from Westchester, NY with Winged Foot, Somerset Hills and Mountain Ridge; Long Island with Shinnecock, Maidstone and National Golf Links; the Chicago area with Chicago Golf Club, Shoreacres and Beverly; and finally in the greater Philadelphia area with Pine Valley, Merion and Lancaster.

In this episode, Tyler talks with Matthew Shaffer, a renowned former golf course superintendent, about his career path and the lessons he's learned from various roles, including at high-profile clubs like Merion Golf Club and Augusta National, and humble beginnings. He credits his time at Hershey Food Corporation for shifting his perspective. At Hershey, he learned to see a golf course as a business asset rather than merely a space to protect. This exposure, combined with the mentorship of legendary superintendent Paul Latshaw Sr., gave him a "recipe for success."  Passionate about the profession, he describes his dedication and innovation to growing grass, mentoring, and equipment as essential to his role.  Developing a team in today's environment Given the shortage of turf graduates, clubs must consider candidates from diverse educational backgrounds, such as sciences or teaching, for positions traditionally held by turf specialists. He emphasizes that creativity and adaptability can make non-traditional candidates strong assets.  During his time at Merion, Shaffer described the value of strong mentorship in creating a positive reputation and providing a supportive environment that allows team members to lead, make mistakes, and learn through correction. Shaffer advises clubs to focus on cultivating their own talent, acknowledging that good team members may eventually leave but can contribute significantly in the meantime. He shares examples of successful mentors, such as Duane Schell, who excelled at developing people despite limited resources.  The importance of communication, work-life balance, and leadership will be critical to retaining and developing today's assistants. Shaffer insisted on communication skills, even sending his team members to Dale Carnegie courses, despite their reluctance. Noting that while each person had a unique style—some stoic, others chatty—all shared qualities of resilience, focus, and a commitment to learning through their mistakes. Understanding club culture and respect for everyone's roles Maintaining an adaptable skills and clear communication with stakeholders given evolving club expectations, like the shift from a "brown and firm" aesthetic to "green and fast." During the hiring process for superintendents, it's crucial to be transparent, helping the club understand its role in supporting the superintendent, rather than placing all responsibility on them. Shaffer advocates for educating Green Committees and hiring parties on resource limitations, suggesting that clubs often need to reassess their own priorities and funding distribution to achieve desired outcomes. He acknowledges the challenges that General Managers (GMs) face and underscores the value of understanding their roles, noting that success in golf course management relies on a strong relationship between the superintendent, GM, and golf pro—a "three-legged stool" essential for stability.  Strong communicators tend to navigate challenges better and foster trust with members and the General Manager around maintenance practices. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this episode offers actionable takeaways on leadership, innovation, and navigating the challenges of the golf course industry.  

Garrett Morrison is joined by Tom Schwab, superintendent at Napoleon Golf Club, a nine-hole course in Napoleon, Ohio. Tom began working at Napoleon, his hometown course, in 2021 after working at private clubs such as Merion and Aronimink. The two discuss what it means to Tom to work at the course he grew up playing and the history of Napoleon Golf Club. Tom details the challenges of maintaining a public nine-holer in a small town and talks about his plans for improving the course.

Send us a Text Message.Welcome to the Reel Turf Techs Podcast, Episode 125! Today, we're chatting with Robert Smith, Equipment Manager at Merion Golf Club in Ardmore, PA. Merion is a private 36-hole facility with two shops and a rich history of hosting five U.S. Opens. Robert oversees a team of two full-time mechanics and one part-time assistant.Golf runs deep in Robert's family, with a father who worked as a part-time golf cart mechanic and a mother employed in the pro shop of their local course. Uniquely, Robert knew he wanted to be a golf course mechanic as a teenager and pursued a combined ag/golf program to make it his career. Outside of work, Robert enjoys quality time with his wife and two daughters, fishing, and quiet time at home.In this episode, Robert shares the challenges of training in all aspects of golf course maintenance, emphasizing the importance of recognizing individual learning styles. He offers wisdom on the value of patience and the usefulness of note-taking when diagnosing equipment issues along with insight on the internship program at his facility. Robert and Trent also bond over their admiration for outdoorsman Dick Proenneke and the fun of volunteering at tournaments. Tune in for an insightful conversation filled with practical advice and shared passions. Tweet us @ReelTurfTechs and @MTrentManning Email us at ReelTurfTechs@gmail.com Check out our YouTube Channel

The York County Sheriff's Office is eager to engage with communities across York County for National Night Out on August 6. The goal of the event is to strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the residents they serve. Lieutenant David Godfrey and his deputies at the York County Sheriff's Department look forward to this event each year. “So, in York County this year, we are going to 11 different events throughout the county. Basically, local police departments, jurisdictions, they have their own individual national nights out and we get invited to the events. So that's how we are attending 11 events this evening, “said Lt. Godfrey. This event bridges the gap between local law enforcement, other agencies, and the community. It's an opportunity to earn local trust, while having a great time with the community. “Well, it's a good time, basically. It's a time for law enforcement to let loose a little bit. These events have turned into more of like a party type setting. Tons of them have. They have music, various entertainment, and bounce houses for kids. You have face painters. There are bikes that are given out to the community, TVs, free food, I mean, all kinds of things like that. We have all of our canines going to different events. So, it's your chance to meet the canines, interact with law enforcement, ask us any questions that you've always wanted to ask and just have a real, you know, 1 to 1 on a level playing field with each other, “said Lt. Godfrey. Lt. Godfrey has been with the York County Sheriff's Office for over 20 years. Since he's been involved, he's seen positive impact come out of National Night Out. “All the time, not just opening up the barriers with the public, but the impact that you, as a law enforcement officer has on a member of the public that it really is lasting. I've had so many people come up to me and talk to me that they met me and my K9 ten years ago, and they remember meeting him ten years ago that one time, and it left such an impact. So, things like that, they're just awesome to hear stories like that. And I think it's very vital, “said Lt. Godfrey. Here is a list of the known sites and times: North East Neighborhood Association – Corner of E. Philadelphia and Pine 5-8 pm Springdale – Arlington and Merion triangle 6-8 pm Community Progress Council – 200 block of E. College Ave 5-7pm Parkway – Willis Ln 5-7 pm Dever's Neighborhood Association – 509 Pacific Ave – 6-8 pm Colony Park – 1721 Dever's Rd 5-8 pm Union Lutheran Church – 1st Block of S. Penn St 6-8 pm East End Neighborhood Association – Albemarle Park 6-8 pm York Townhouse – 200 N. Duke St 5-7 pm Lincoln Charter – 559 W. King St 5-6:30p      Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Driven Golf Podcast, host Jim Colton interviews Chandler Withington (@chandlerwithington), a longtime head professional at Hazeltine National and founder of Archive 22. Withington shares his inspiring path from his early days in golf to his career as a PGA professional at Seminole, Merion, and eventually at Hazeltine (site of the 2024 U.S. Amateur). Listeners will gain insight into the importance of family and faith in Withington's life, his transition from golf to his artistic venture, and his dedication to preserving golf history through his hand-drawn artwork at Archive 22. Withington's anecdotes about significant moments, such as working with Davis Love III during the Ryder Cup, emphasize the impact of mentorship and the lasting relationships formed in the golf community. In Angle of Attack with Andrew Lewis (1:11:55), Andrew & Jim discuss the concept of ball control and having a swing blueprint as being a key differentiating factor between golfers averaging 74 and those averaging 72. The Driven Golf Podcast is brought to you by FlagBag Golf Company and StrackaLine yardage books. Use code 'DRIVEN' to receive 20% off your StrackaLine yardage book order or mention 'Driven Golf' when ordering a Flag Bag golf bag to receive a free custom headcover with your order of one of their golf bags. ⁠⁠@flagbaggolf⁠⁠ on Instagram FlagBag Golf: ⁠⁠https://flagbaggolfco.com/⁠⁠ StrackaLine: ⁠⁠https://www.strackaline.com⁠⁠ Resources: "WAGR Files: The Curious Case of Trevor Gutschewski's 3570 WAGR" on DRVN.GOLF Engage with hosts and followers on the ⁠Driven Golf Podcast Group⁠ on Facebook. Subscribe to the Driven Golf Analytics YouTube channel for more content: ⁠⁠Driven Golf Analytics YouTube Channel⁠⁠. Check out ⁠⁠Andrew Lewis's YouTube channel⁠⁠ and subscribe! Guest: Chandler Withington (⁠⁠@chandlerwithington⁠⁠) Archive 22: ⁠⁠https://archive22.com⁠⁠ Host: Jim Colton (⁠⁠@jcolton31⁠⁠) Producer: Joseph Kay (⁠@joseph_kay) Music by: DG Beat Labs (⁠⁠@dgbeatlab⁠⁠ on Instagram)

I just took a golf vacation for the first time in years. Listen as friend of the pod Sam Hahn (from Lab Golf of course) and I reminisce over our bucket list golf trip in Long Island.The EAL Show is brought to you by L.A.B. Golf! Get your remote fitting here: RandomGolfClub.com/pages/lab-golfCraving more golf podcast content? Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to RGC Radio YouTube Channel.Follow us!RANDOM GOLF CLUBwww.randomgolfclub.comIG: @randomgolfclubTwitter: @randomgolfclubTikTok: @randomgolfclubofficialERIK ANDERS LANGIG: @erikanderslangTwitter: @erikanderslang

In Part 2 of Episode 26, I'm joined by Brian Jacobs, Chandler Withington, and Eddie Murray. You can use the link below to stream or download the show: Brian recently moved from Rochester, New York to Palm Beach Florida. Brian is a two-time Western New York Teacher of the Year. His new club is one of the top facilities anywhere in the world, Ballenisle Country Club. It features 3 top-rated courses, 5 restaurants, tennis courts, pickleball, and a host of other amenities. It's the Club we'd all love to belong to. Check it out online at www.ballenisle.org. Brian talks us around the club. We also discuss his recent email newsletter outlining the characteristics that make up great leaders. We also get a playing lesson for those of us who struggle with coming over the top and early extension. Follow him online at www.brianjacobsgolf.com Chandler Withington was a PGA Professional at some of the top courses in the country like Merion and Hazeltine. He recently shifted his attention to spending more time with his family, his artwork, plus public speaking engagements. His artwork is off-the-charts great. Check it out online at www.archive22.com. Chandler shares one of his favorite Arnold Palmer stories, plus the story behind his hand-drawn Masters piece. He bet on himself when he walked away from Hazeltine so he could spend more time with his family and focus on public speaking engagements. Hear him talk about why and how he made that switch. Former Pro Bowl Kicker and a member of the 1980 Team of the Decade, Eddie Murray rounds out the show. Eddie talks about what it was like being in Detroit for this year's NFL draft plus the Lions' return to the playoffs last season. We go back to when he was first introduced to golf over in England, when he got his first set of clubs, the similarities between kicking and the golf swing, plus the Hope Network Golf Classic he hosts annually that's coming up on Monday, June 17th at the Oakland University golf course in Rochester, Michigan. Check out the tournament online at www.hopenetwork.org

We are back with another Episode! Really excited to share my recent interview with Sam Keats! Sam is the course superintendent at Royal Wellington Golf Club. He's also done stints at Merion, Paraparaumu Beach, and Tara Iti. Was awesome to discuss Sam's career and his vision for Royal Wellington. Enjoy! 

DR MERION MASS JOINS DAWN LIVE BREAKING DOWN HER LATEST COLUMN ON THE DAILY CALLER... HOW CAN WE PUSH FOR A BETTER SYSTEM, AND AWAY FROM THE CURRENT TRENDS OF MONOPOLIZATION... CAN PATIENTS FIND MORE OPTIONS MOVING FORWARD? Time To End Policies Driving Higher Healthcare CostsIn particular, Dr. Mass explains how monopolistic healthcare consolidation is harming Americans and what should be done to address this major challenge: “The Senate and President Biden should support patients by quickly passing and signing the bipartisan transparency package passed by the House.  It is possible to put an end to the government policies that drive up the cost of healthcare, and there is no better time than the present.”  Might you have some time to have Dr. Marion Mass on the show? Dr. Marion Mass: “Healthcare consolidation has economically beaten down most communities across the United States, driving up the price of health care services….When the nation's largest hospital operator, HCA Healthcare, acquired western North Carolina's Mission Health System in 2019, few in Asheville expected their daily lives would be impacted. Not only did HCA acquire the region's seven largest hospitals, but it snapped up 124 physician practices too. By the end of the merger this single health system controlled 90 percent of the hospital market, as well as significant portions of primary and specialty care….In any other industry, such monopolistic practices would sound the alarm of regulatory watchtowers, but when it comes to healthcare the federal government actively subsidizes and enables the barbarians at the gate.” Dr. Marion Mass: “Across the United States vulnerable patients in thousands of jurisdictions have faced the devastating consequences of consolidation. As hospitals and health systems consolidate in-patient and out-patient care, study after study has shown that patients face higher prices and fewer options. As consolidation tramples communities, patients can be left with no nearby alternatives to a health system monopoly. Poor government policies are driving this vicious cycle of rising prices, and it is imperative that Congress take action to end it….Americans would expect the federal government to be on high alert against monopolies, but instead, their healthcare reimbursement policies explicitly reward them.” Dr. Marion Mass: “The consolidated health systems are thriving, but patients are being underserved and overcharged….This is why the House overwhelmingly passed the Lower Costs, More Transparency Act, which would take a first step toward reducing the monopoly privileges Medicare bestows on consolidated health systems and expose exorbitantly high prices to help consumers compare options….The bill combats consolidation by requiring Medicare to give the same reimbursement for drugs administered, regardless of whether they're administered at a hospital out-patient department or at an independent physician practice. Same service, same reimbursement….This is a great first step. But Congress should also take up policies to make Medicare payments for all out-patient services site-neutral — that is, the payment should depend on the service and not the location or the owner of the practice….The Senate and President Biden should support patients by quickly passing and signing the bipartisan transparency package passed by the House. It is possible to put an end to the government policies that drive up the cost of healthcare, and there is no better time than the present.” Read more here. Marion Mass, M.D. is a practicing pediatrician, co-founder of Practicing Physicians of America and leadership in Free2Care.  Tune in weekdays 10 AM - 12 PM EST on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT; or on the Audacy app!

I am continuing with the process of releasing some of the large amount of notes that I've filed away over the years that pertain to personal growth. As I mentioned, I am not building any podcasts specifically around any of these ideas. I am just putting them out to you without any particular format so you can take them in one at a time and see if they do anything for you.           One thing I didn't mention is that some of these are not just ideas, they are actually notes that I've taken with the idea to possibly construct a short story around. It's something that I learned from the gifted American Literature professor that I was fortunate to have in my senior year of college, prize winning author Kermit Moyer.           Kert told me that for the most part, he wrote like a jazz musician who was improvising a piece. He said he never knew where the writing would take him. He would just get started and soon the work would begin to take shape, almost on its own. He authored many of his writings in that way. The idea caught my fancy, and although I do a lot more planning than that, the technique is something that I do love to play around with.             So, we're going to begin today's podcast with a quick story about something that happened to me about fifteen or twenty years ago. I have a working title for this working story, but to be honest, I'm not sure that the story is going to go much farther than here. The title is, “You Know It When You See It.”           As I mentioned in a few episodes in the past, I've been playing golf for many, many years and I am really, really bad at it. Trust me. I'm not being modest or humble about it. The truth is that I was horrible when I first started playing around with it and I am every bit as horrible now as I was twenty-five years ago. I do enjoy playing. I've learned a lot about it and a lot from it. But I'm just plain bad at it.           Comedian Larry David says he's in the same boat and he once put it this way. “You really have to have a knack for this game and the truth is, I'm knackless.”           Don't worry. This story isn't really about golf at all. It's more about the recognition of mastery. So, here's what happened.           We live in a condominium on Philadelphia's Fairmount Park and there is a golf driving range about two miles away that is called “Longknockers.” I used to go over there about twice a week to hit some balls. Because my schedule is usually pretty flexible, I would go over on weekdays in the early afternoon, when the place was basically empty.           Like most driving ranges, it is a huge, open field and being in the park, there is a large line of trees on one side. I would generally go all the way over near this line of trees so I could be in the shade as I was hitting.           One afternoon, I went over there as usual and as I was walking over to my secluded spot near the trees, I was surprised to see that someone was sitting in a chair, right behind the area where I usually played from. There was never anybody there and I always had it to myself, so I was mildly perturbed. Anyway as I walked closer, I could see that this guy wasn't just sitting in the chair, he was actually sprawled across it. As I got a little closer, I could see that he seemed to be unconscious. I didn't want to disturb him, but I did want to hit my bucket of balls from my spot, so I set up about ten yards in front of him. From that vantage point, I could see a few empty bottles on the grass around his chair.  I'm not sure exactly what had been in them, but they looked like booze bottles and the general smell of the place gave a clear confirmation. I started to hit a few balls in the direction of this huge tree that was off in the distance. I had been told it was about 210 yards away. I would always hit towards the tree and even with my driver, I would consider myself lucky to be able to reach it. If you know anything about golf, you know that if you consider yourself lucky to be able to hit your driver 210 yards, you're not what they call a “big hitter.” So, I kept hitting and the guy was still passed out on the chair behind me. Finally, after I hit a shot I heard him say, “You're not replicatin' your practice swing.” I turned around and looked at him. He was sitting up a little and was a little more conscious than he had been before. “What the hell are you takin' a practice swing for if you're not going to at least try to replicate it. Complete waste of time.” I knew he was right, but I also knew that it wouldn't be a stretch to categorize my interest in golf with that phrase. Complete waste of time wouldn't be an inaccurate summation of all the hours I had spent in my life hitting golf balls. Mark Twain once said that golf was a good walk spoiled, which never bothered me much because I usually took a cart.   “You want a lesson?” he asked me. My first thought was, “My God, why would I want a lesson from this guy. He looked like he'd be lucky if he could stand up. “I teach all the best players around here. I teach at Merion, Pine Valley, Commonwealth National.” That last name caught my attention becasue my closest friend belonged to Commonwealth. “Oh yeah?” I asked. “How much?” “Forty bucks,” he answered. “I only got twenty,” I said. “Good enough,” he responded. He got up and kind of staggered over to me. He looked in my bag. “Oh, you got a new Bubble Burner,” he said. Taylor Made, a major golf company had just come out with a new driver called the Bubble Burner. It was a big sensation and my wife had surprised me with one for my birthday a little earlier. It was an incredibly sweet gesture on her part because the truth is, at my level play, buying me a fake putter for miniature golf would have been a far more appropriate use of money.   “I haven't seen one of these in person yet,” the alleged teacher said. “You mind if I hit a few? He asked. “No, not at all. Go ahead,” I responded. Now I'm not nearly a good enough writer to describe what happened next.  He pulled the club out of my bag and the second he had the club in his hands, my perception of him immediately changed. I could tell just by the way he casually held the club in his hands that this guy really knew his stuff. He teed up a ball, and with a very slow and easy, and obviously perfect swing, with no recognizable source of power whatsoever, he hit a ball over the tree in the distance. And I mean well over the tree, like over 250 yards in the air. For a hacker like me, whenever you see someone hit a ball like that, you are basically stunned, which I was. He hit about five balls in a row. Each one went way over the tree and he deliberately bent a couple of shots to the right, which in golf is called a “fade.” And then a few over to the left, called a “draw.” I was in a transformed state just watching him. I'm not sure I was even breathing. He handed me back the club and said, “I don't really like what they've done with this. I couldn't really control it.” I could barely move. He started giving me a lesson and honestly, I don't really remember what he taught me. I do remember that the way he had me swing the club was very different from the way I had been doing it. We had a nice time together and as we were about to say goodbye to each other, he looked at me sideways and said, “Let me ask you something.” He was still pretty inebriated. “If I hadn't shown you what I showed you today, what would you have been practicing?” “I don't know,” I responded, “I guess my same..” “Your same old freaking bullshot,” he growled back at me, like a drill sergeant.  Of course those weren't his exact words, but you get the point. Later that day, I called my friend who belonged to Commonwealth and he knew exactly who this guy was because he was well known to the top players as the best player in the entire Philadelphia area. He could have made the pro tour but he had a serious problem with alcohol and was never able to kick it. A couple of years later, they found him dead in a flop house. So why did I tell you this story? Well, simply because it taught me two very critical lessons that ultimately had to do with personal growth. The first one is, you know that you are in the presence of the master of a craft as soon as you see them perform. This can be about anything, sports, cards, chess, knitting, you name it. You can be around a lot of people who are good, but when you're with a true master, you know it when you see it. With this guy, whose first name was Billy, he was dead drunk when I first met him and he could have said a million things to me. When he took the club in his hands, I could tell he had skill, but I still had my doubts. But as soon as he started hitting the ball, constantly putting it well over the tree in the distance that I could barely reach, all my doubt immediately vanished and I was in that state in that famous Bruno Mars song when he sang, “Don't believe me, just watch.” The last thing that he said to me was deeply meaningful as well. If I hadn't run into a teacher who could point out my errors and show me the way to a better swing, even though I would be doing something that I would call practicing, all I would really be doing is my same old freaking bullshot. And by the way, with golf as with most skills, nothing beats having a real live teacher giving you instruction. God knows I have a million books and tapes on golf and they really haven't done me much good. One good teacher is worth its weight in gold. Now, it's easy to know when you're exposed to transformative information about golf because your score eventually starts to improve. With personal growth, if you have access to good information and especially if you have a good teacher, your inner world starts to improve. As our consciousness begins to evolve and expand, there is a natural sense of harmonic well being that starts to come over you, and all the better angels of your nature start to show up. Well, I haven't really examined this little anecdote in several years and it's always a lot of fun and a little enlightening whenever I do. It was just a quirky little lesson about life that came to me unexpectedly on a golf driving range, delivered by a lovable rapscallion of a character who could have easily come straight out of the Twilight Zone. It's the kind of thing that often happens when you're lucky enough to be able to tune into it. So that will be it for this episode. As always, keep your eyes, mind and heart opened, and let's get together in the next one.    

If you haven't met Mathew Boudreaux, my goodness you are in for a treat.  Merion and Jamie fall instantly in love with this crafting hero who has blown TikTok sky high with his incredible videos, crochet projects and quilting books - but this is not all.  Mathew has much more to tell the world, advocating for the LGBTQIA+ community,  and sharing their breathtakingly difficult journey to autism, ADHD and to their non-binary, beautiful self.  https://mxdomestic.com/https://www.tiktok.com/@mxdomestichttps://www.instagram.com/mx.domestic/?hl=enThis is the last in season 4 of The LoveCrafts Show - but don't despair! Catch up with your favourite crafty hosts Merion & Jamie in their new podcast, Craft Talkin' where they're joined by fabulous author and good egg, Sally Coulthard! Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!You can email us at show@lovecrafts.com to share your crafting stories, guest recommendations or just your favourite flap jack recipes - we'd love to hear from you!(ps - please please leave us a review wherever you can, so that we can keep making happy pods that you love!)Happy crafting!

Mountain Murders midweek episode covers two more famous murder houses, including the oldest murder house in America, which was built in 1704! The General Wayne Inn in Merion, Pennsylvania, has seen wars and a murder. It is said to be haunted by Hessian soldiers! The Dakota in NYC is an infamous murder spot where Mark David Chapman gunned down John Lennon in 1980. Hosts Heather and Dylan Packerwww.patreon.com/mountainmurderspodcast

Jamie and Merion chat to the cross stitch legend that is Jane Greenoff, and listen to her stories of Liberty's workshops, treasures found and restored, and travels around the world.Links that we mentioned:https://janegreenoff.com/The Great British Sampler Weekendhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/474765081095458/?paipv=0&eav=AfbS-fdOkWZn-Wqfnh9tMDjtMhPheiTRO4To9mil-proR6jU0Bw_rBKKEdhcNQPnhPo&_rdrhttps://www.instagram.com/janegreenoff/Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!You can email us at show@lovecrafts.com to share your crafting stories, guest recommendations or just your favourite flap jack recipes - we'd love to hear from you!(ps - please please leave us a review wherever you can, so that we can keep making happy pods that you love!)Happy crafting!

Merion and Jamie are tickled pink to have Sally Coulthard back on the show, this time to discuss "endangered" crafts and muse about the definition of craft itself. This eclectic chat is nothing short of fabulous - so buckle up, grab a cuppa and snuggle in for an epic show that spans the history of the world right up to present day!We mention the brilliant Julie Gurr, willow weaver, who led a course of basket weaving that Merion attended, and an episode of the Go Love Yourself podcast, where the history of clothes sizing reveals all about what happened to larger sized clothes. You can find all of Sally Coulthard's books on her website and follow her on instagram, here.Keep an eye out for Sally's new podcast with Jamie and Merion, Craft Talkin' !!Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!You can email us at show@lovecrafts.com to share your crafting stories, guest recommendations or just your favourite flap jack recipes - we'd love to hear from you!(ps - please please leave us a review wherever you can, so that we can keep making happy pods that you love!)Happy crafting!

This week we welcome Chandler Withington to the Top 100 Clubhouse. Chandler has worked as the assistant pro at Seminole, the number one assistant at Merion, and was head pro at Hazeltine National during the Ryder Cup 2016. We discuss what it takes to win a Ryder Cup, his good friend Davis Love, and his new career as a licensed artist for the PGA, the USGA and the R&A. Top 100 Clubhouse is brought to you by Eden Mill, St Andrews. 

As a kid, Tom Valentine called Merion Golf Club “the family farm.” His grandfather tended the greens there for 52 years, and his father followed suit for another 27. Tom took a different approach, opting to leave the "farm" to develop newer and more efficient ways to care for courses. That's taken him across the golf world, but his heart still belongs to Merion. Dig in learn more about our playing surfaces, an encounter with Albert Einstein, and a secret modification to Merion's famed 11th green. 

Super fabulous podcaster Lauren Smith joins Jamie and Merion to talk about body positivity, dressmaking and her love of history!  The Go Love Yourself podcast is an oasis in the desert for anyone needing to boost their self esteem and feel more positive, particularly when it comes to living in a larger body.  Links from the episode;Don't miss the Go Love Yourself episode about the history of clothes sizesWe talked about our LoveCrafts show episode with Lydia MorrowAnd these lovely Cashmerette size-inclusive sewing patternsAnd for all your sourdough class needs - the  Gartur Stitch Farm website is a MUST visit!Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!You can email us at show@lovecrafts.com to share your crafting stories, guest recommendations or just your favourite flap jack recipes - we'd love to hear from you!(ps - please please leave us a review wherever you can, so that we can keep making happy pods that you love!)Happy crafting!

Titan of the amigurumi world, Kerry Lord, joins Merion and Jamie for this episode, and tells us all about the wonderful world of Toft, alpacas, crocheted fruit and veg, and how she built the business from a herd of six little alpacas to the conglomeration of creativity it is today!  You can find endless amigurumi kits, fabulous books, beautiful yarn and inspiration by the bucket load at Toft, and we talk all about Kerry's newest book, Alexandra's Garden Flowers!Merion's flapjack recommendation comes from Martha Collinson here, and Jamie's favourite book, The Roasting Tin by Ruminki Iyer, can be found here.Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!You can email us at show@lovecrafts.com to share your crafting stories, guest recommendations or just your favourite flap jack recipes - we'd love to hear from you!(ps - please please leave us a review wherever you can, so that we can keep making happy pods that you love!)Happy crafting!

Merion and Jamie meet Ian Berry, artist and incredibly talented chap, talking about his medium, denim; his artistic process and how he became an internationally renowned artist from humble beginnings in the north of England.  You won't want to miss the story about Ayrton Senna's portrait...  You can find Ian Berry on instagram, and on his website, Ianberry.org.Read about his Fast Fashion Graveyard documentary and his journey to the Atacama Desert in Chile, to explore the textile mountains.Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!You can email us at show@lovecrafts.com to share your crafting stories, guest recommendations or just your favourite flap jack recipes - we'd love to hear from you!(ps - please please leave us a review wherever you can, so that we can keep making happy pods that you love!)Happy crafting!

Welcome to Season 4!!! Jamie and Merion kick things off with all things bookish in this episode where we meet Anna Nikipirowicz, indie designer, author and multi crafter extraordinaire! You can find Anna online at www.moochka.co.uk and on instagram and Facebook.  Anna's brilliant books Embroidered Crochet and Tunisian Crochet Stitch Dictionary are both available from Search Press and all good bookshops. In their chummy preamble, Jamie was talking about Erasure by Percival Everett and Merion was talking about Persephone Books, in particular The Enchanted April and Expiation by Elizabeth Von Arnim. Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!You can email us at show@lovecrafts.com to share your crafting stories, guest recommendations or just your favourite flap jack recipes - we'd love to hear from you!(ps - please please leave us a review wherever you can, so that we can keep making happy pods that you love!)Happy crafting!

Hello Tie Friends,Joining us this week is Chandler Withington who is now an artist focused on delivering history through his hand-drawn artwork. His "tie" to the game goes much deeper, and is the reason this was such a slam-dunk conversation for this platform. Chandler tells us about his path; navigating dreams of a career in architecture, then finding a home as a PGA Professional at some of golf's most esteemed clubs including Seminole, Merion, and Hazeltine. We discuss the demands of that career along with the fruit that came with it. Notably, his involvement with the 2016 Ryder Cup operation and Team USA, along with the community there at Hazeltine. Despite the fruit, it became clear that career was above family for some time... and that needed to change. Upon his leave, Chandler did a full-scale investigation on his gifts. He began creating more of the artwork that filled his office at Hazeltine.  It was shortly thereafter where those around him took notice, found it valuable, and took it to a larger stage.I hope you enjoy this conversation with CW. Please check out his platform Archive 22 to view and support his work. And as Chandler continues his journey of storytelling, be sure to watch for what's next!Cheers,- The Tie GuysArchive 22 Website: [Use code THETIE15 for 15% off your entire purchase!] https://www.archive22.com/CW Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/chandlerwithington/Tie Website:https://www.thetiepodcast.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/thetiepodcast/?hl=enTwitter:https://mobile.twitter.com/thetiepodcastTikTok:@tieguys @tieguytexasranger @tieguyhs GoodWalk Coffee:https://goodwalkcoffee.comCODE: thetie for 20% offBDraddy:bdraddy.comCODE: thetie25 for 25% off

This week, in Upper Merion Township, Pennsylvania, a twisted tree of relationships, among a group of suburban high school teachers spins completely out of control, when a meek, married woman is romanced by a fellow teacher, who is seemingly irresistible to all the ladies. This causes a series of actions that leads to an absolutely gruesome murder, that was allegedly predicted in a dream. A real mess ensues, as detectives try to sort out the tangled mess left behind!!Along the way, we find out that this town is incredibly old, that teachers get very horny, and that it looks suspicious when you accurately predict a murder that financially benefits you!!Hosted by James Pietragallo and Jimmie WhismanNew episodes every Thursday!Donate at: patreon.com/crimeinsports or go to paypal.com and use our email: crimeinsports@gmail.comGo to shutupandgivememurder.com for all things Small Town Murder & Crime In Sports!Follow us on...twitter.com/@murdersmallfacebook.com/smalltownpodinstagram.com/smalltownmurderAlso, check out James & Jimmie's other show, Crime In Sports! On Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Wondery, Wondery+, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this segment, I'm joined by Chandler Withington, a PGA Professional who worked at some of the best courses in the US like Seminole, Merion, and Hazeltine. He talks about what it was like being at those historic courses and helping to host the Walker Cup, a Ryder Cup, and the Women's PGA Championship. Then he bet on himself and walked away to start his own business as an artist. You can see his fantastic artwork by going to www.archive22.com.

In this episode I'm joined by Top Instructor Tom Patri, Champions Tour Pro Rob Labritz, Edel Golf CEO Doug Coors, & PGA Professional turned fantastic Artist Chandler Withington. TP accurately predicts that Rickie Fowler will win the Rocket Mortgage Classic. We also hear how players with unconventional swings and putting strokes made it work, how he gained length through technology, and the challenge of teaching this generation's junior golfers. Rob Labritz shares stories from how he got his start as a PGA Professional and dominating the local New York events. We hear about the grind through mini Tours and barely making enough money to live week to week. How he got through Champions Tour qualifying to now playing on the Champions Tour. Rob also talks about his preparation for the US Senior Open, and picking the brains of his peers. Doug Coors is a member of the Coors Brewing family. He talks about growing up Coors and getting into the family business. We hear when he first got interested in golf and how a chance request to help Edel Golf with their manufacturing process led to him buying the company. Doug also talks about their detailed fitting process and why their new SMS irons are going to take your game to new heights. In the final segment of the show, I'm joined by Chandler Withington, a PGA Professional who worked at some of the best courses in the US like Seminole, Merion, and Hazeltine. He talks about what it was like being at those historic courses and helping to host the Walker Cup, a Ryder Cup, and the Women's PGA Championship. Then he bet on himself and walked away to start his own business as an artist. You can see his fantastic artwork by going to www.archive22.com.

On this episode, we dive deep into the mind of Lead Golf Instructor of Merion Golf Club, Nick Iacono. We discuss what it's like to work at one of the top 10 golf courses in the country and how he got there, as well as the way that skateboarding changed made him into the person that he is today.  www.clubhouse54.golf Be sure to follow us on our socials so you don't miss the next episode! Youtube: Clubhouse 54 Instagram: @clubhouse54.golf  

You know when you get that terrible aching pang for something you haven't heard for a very long time, and your heart begins to contract with pain and longing?  Well you don't have to cry yourselves to sleep any more! It's here! Season 4 of the LoveCrafts Show starts soon, with eight new episodes featuring a veritable smorgasbord of craft talk, chat and laughter!Love from,Jamie, Merion and the LoveCrafts TeamLondon and Crewe,EnglandThe WorldThe UniverseThe GalaxyFollow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!You can write to us at show@lovecrafts.com to share your crafting stories, guest recommendations or just your favourite flap jack recipes - we'd love to hear from you!(ps - please please leave us a review wherever you can, so that we can keep making happy pods that you love!)Happy crafting!

We talk with John Sawin, VP & Director of Golf at Pebble Beach, about growing up as a junior golfer at Merion, his stellar collegiate and amateur career and his journey from investment banking to Pebble Beach.  We discuss John's role at Pebble Beach, including working with the USGA in light of Pebble's status as an anchor site for the USGA, some of the recent changes that have been made to the course, and the upcoming US Women's Open at Pebble.

It's the Tuesday edition of the Amanda Seales show! Amanda is back from Kenya, she gives all the details about her adventures in Kenya.  Also, it's the day after we celebrated the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of service and two people have been tased by the police. Sadly, one of the events resulted in a school teacher's death.  We discuss Tory Lanez dad's outrageous response to his son being jailed for shooting Megan Thee Stallion.  Plus, we have a relationship question for the lovers should you keep memorabilia from previous relationships? Catch all of this and more on this episode of the Amanda Seales Show podcast! FOLLOW ALONG AS WE COVER: (02:51) Blackurate news:  Keenan Anderson, a 31-year-old father and English teacher and cousin of BLM co-founder died from cardiac arrest last week after he was repeatedly tased by police. Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes likely out at ‘GMA3' after affair scandal. (09:34) Black around the world... Amanda shares the experience of visiting the motherland. (16:17) Blackurate news: controversy erupts after lower Merion cops tase black woman in WaWa parking lot. Sitting juror in Young Thug trial decided to go on vacation and the judge was not having that. Wait till you hear the punishment. (25:20) Big Up Let Down: Big Up the whole crew that joined Amanda in Kenya. Let Down delta airlines for having the whole plane smelling like pee. (30:53) Blackurate News: Missouri house of representatives adopts actual new legislation requiring an unprecedented dress code on female lawmakers while in the chamber. Gentrification has changed culture across the country in once prominent communities of color. Why do rich people love silence? (37:28) Tory Lanez's father says that he and members of his family have forgiven Megan Thee Stallion. (40:15) Do you still wear things your ex purchased while with a new mate? Should you keep expensive gifts from your ex when in a new relationship? FOLLOW THE SHOW ON ALL SOCIALS @sealessaidit @amandaseales @djnailz If you have a comment leave Amanda a message at 1 855-AMANDA-8 that's 1-855-262-6328See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grab a glass of mulled wine and enjoy our last episode of Season 3! Jamie and Merion curl up with the wonderful Debbie Bliss to discuss Christmas chocolate, favourite movies, traditions and of course, craft projects to relax with over the holiday season.  See if you can beat Debbie's score on Jamie's quiz, Spectre or Rejector! Debbie's new yarns can be found here, including Cashmerino DK, British Wool Aran, Dulcie, Super Chunky Merino and Eco Baby Wool.Explore Debbie's patterns here!Thanks so much for listening through Season 3! Please get in touch at show@lovecrafts.com and tell us who you'd like to hear on Season 4 of The LoveCrafts Show!  Sending you all very merry festive greetings, with love from Merion, Jamie and Theo xxDon't forget to follow us on Spotify, Google Podcasts or Apple Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!You can also reach out to us on show@lovecrafts.com and share your crafting stories, we'd love to hear them!Please rate our show and leave us a review on your listening platform of choice, so that we know you enjoy the show :)

My guest on this episode is one of the best mid-ams in the country right now.  Tug Maude finished an epic 2022 by competing for the United States at the Bridges Cup in South Korea and the Concession Cup in Spain.  He was also a member of the victorious East team at Maridoe.   Tug Maude - InstagramThe Back of the Range Collection at Imperial SportsCOUPON CODE: BOTR15 for 15% your entire purchase!Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY!Also Subscribe in YouTube,   Google Play , Overcast, Stitcher  Follow on Social Media! Email us:   ben@thebackoftherange.comWebsite: www.thebackoftherange.com  Voice Work by Mitch Phillips 

Merion and Jamie meet Janie Crowfoot, crochet legend! If you haven't discovered Janie's work, you can find all her wonderful blankets and projects on her website, www.janiecrow.com,  and follow her on instagram for her latest makes. Janie's latest CAL, Spirit of Flora, can often be found in Inside Crochet magazine, in print or available as a digital subscription.Jane's latest CAL is inspired by artist William de Morgan, and you can read about him here.You can buy Stylecraft yarns at LoveCrafts.comDon't forget to follow us on Spotify, Google Podcasts or Apple Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!You can also reach out to us on show@lovecrafts.com and share your crafting stories, we'd love to hear them!Please rate our show and leave us a review on your listening platform of choice, so that we know you enjoy the show :)

What do you buy a crafter for Christmas?  Jamie and Merion , our dynamic duo, share their faves from LoveCrafts.com and share their fun, festive ideas for holiday gifts! (with a side order of Jamie's best Dad Jokes, of course!)Yarn packshttps://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/l/all-crafts-promotions/promotions/yarn-value-packs-up-to-30-offThe Mr X Stitch Guide to Cross Stitchhttps://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/the-mr-x-stitch-guide-to-cross-stitchAppletons Ice Cream Bargello Kithttps://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/appletons-ice-cream-bargello-long-stitch-cushion-kit-40cm-x-40cmBargello by Nerissa Prathttps://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/bargello-by-nerrisa-pratCross Stitch for the Earth by Emma Congdonhttps://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/cross-stitch-for-the-earth-by-emma-congdonMint & Make kits for cross stitch and embroideryhttps://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/search?q=mint%20%26%20makeResting Grinch Facehttps://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/mint-make-resting-grinch-face-7-cross-stitch-kitThe World's Simplest Mittens by Tin Can Knitshttps://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/the-worlds-simplest-mittens-knitting-pattern-by-tin-can-knitsBBC Good Food's Raspberry Gin recipehttps://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/raspberry-ginDMC Mindful Making the Exhale Plant Hanger macrame kithttps://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/dmc-mindful-making-the-exhale-plant-hanger-macrame-kitMerion's macrame spaghetti videohttps://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/c/article/macrame-spaghettiGorgeous Made with Love Tom Daley kitshttps://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/l/brands/made-with-love-by-tom-daleyMy First Racoon kit & other Orchidea kitshttps://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/l/cross-stitch-and-embroidery/cross-stitch-and-embroidery-kits/orchidea-cross-stitch-and-embroidery-kitsDon't forget to follow us on Spotify, Google Podcasts or Apple Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!You can also reach out to us on show@lovecrafts.com and share your crafting stories, we'd love to hear them!Please rate our show and leave us a review on your listening platform of choice, so that we know you enjoy the show :)

My guest on this episode is Latanna Stone from Louisiana State University.  After her runner-up finish at the 2022 Augusta National Women's Amateur, she represented the United States this summer on the victorious Curtis Cup team.  Fantastic conversation with one of the best amateurs in the world. Latanna Stone - LSU Women's Golf Latanna Stone - InstagramThe Back of the Range Collection at Imperial SportsSubscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY!Also Subscribe in YouTube,   Google Play , Overcast, Stitcher  Follow on Social Media! Email us:   ben@thebackoftherange.comWebsite: www.thebackoftherange.com  Voice Work by Mitch Phillips

If you haven't discovered Boy Knits World Jake Henzler, be prepared to be AMAZED at his incredible work! Knitter of buildings, toys and incredible intarsia, he's also a mighty talented artist and creative inspiration to everyone in the yarn industry. Join Merion and Jamie as they chat with this super crafter to find out how his knitting took him from the shores of Copenhagen to Sydney via The Grand Budapest Hotel!You can find Jakes' instagram here, and his fabulous patterns on Ravelry, here. In this episode, Merion and Jamie also review Liv Huffman's Contemporary Crochet book, published by CICO.Don't forget to follow us on Spotify, Google Podcasts or Apple Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!You can also reach out to us on show@lovecrafts.com and share your crafting stories, we'd love to hear them!Please rate our show and leave us a review on your listening platform of choice, so that we know you enjoy the show :)

Join host Sarah-Jayne from Bella Coco Crochet and her guest for the Yarn Over Podcast. In this episode Sarah-Jayne talks to Merion and Jamie from the LoveCrafts show podcast. We talk about all all sorts in this podcast, from planning, seasonal crafts and....mermaids?Show notes: https://bellacococrochet.com/yarn-over-podcast/Yarn over apparel: https://bit.ly/YarnOverApparelThe LoveCrafts Show: https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/c/article/the-lovecrafts-show-podcastBella Coco Ebook: https://bellacococrochet.com/ebook/?Patchwork Blanket: https://www.bellacococrochet.com/patchwork-blanket #crochet #crochetpodcast #yarnoverpodcast

Jamie and Merion meet supersonic astronaut and fabric artist Dr Karen Nyberg, the 50th woman in space, whose creative childhood and experiences on the International Space Station have informed her wonderful quilting and sewing passions and patterns.  If you listen to just one episode of this fun show, make it this one, and be inspired by an incredible woman! Follow Karen on instagram here, and buy her AMAZING patterns and prints on her website!As part of our series of book reviews, this episode contains a review of the new CICO book from Kate Eastwood, Crochet with Flowers and Plants.  No spoilers here, but we give it a 9.8 out of 10! Don't forget to follow us on Spotify, Google Podcasts or Apple Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!You can also reach out to us on show@lovecrafts.com and share your crafting stories, we'd love to hear them!Please rate our show and leave us a review on your listening platform of choice, so that we know you enjoy the show :)

Jamie and Merion meet the fabulous Norah Gaughan and learn all about her designs, her love of biology and geometric shapes - and of course her editorship of one of our favourite magazines in the craft industry, Vogue Knitting!You can explore Norah's patterns here on Ravelry, and on her website.Don't forget to follow us on Spotify, Google Podcasts or Apple Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!You can also reach out to us on show@lovecrafts.com and share your crafting stories, we'd love to hear them!Please rate our show and leave us a review on your listening platform of choice, so that we know you enjoy the show :)

Meet Caren Garfen, acclaimed textile artist, miniature stitcher, mother, and dolls house lover.  The power of stitch meets difficult truths in Caren's incredible work, and you just won't believe the detail! You can have a look here on Caren's website or on her instagram.  From stitching miniatures for dolls houses to international art exhibitions, Caren's down to earth journey is an inspiration for everyone!BOOK REVIEW:  Jamie and Merion review Emma Congdon's new book, Cross Stitch for the Heart published by David & Charles.Don't forget to follow us on Spotify, Google Podcasts or Apple Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!You can also reach out to us on show@lovecrafts.com and share your crafting stories, we'd love to hear them!Please rate our show and leave us a review on your listening platform of choice, so that we know you enjoy the show :)

Sarah Jayne Fragola is crochet royalty, and we love her! Catch up with all her news (spoiler, there's a new book!) and chew the crochet chat with Merion and Jamie as they find out what's new with this social media megastar!Bella Coco YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BellaCocoDon't forget to follow us on Spotify, Google Podcasts or Apple Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!You can also reach out to us on show@lovecrafts.com and share your crafting stories, we'd love to hear them!Please rate our show and leave us a review on your listening platform of choice, so that we know you enjoy the show :) 

Jamie and Merion meet baking hero Frances Quinn, winner of the Great British Bake Off, queen of biscuits, textiles and music, and discuss everything from record breaking Jaffa Cakes to why crushed Bourbon biscuits remind Frances of mud.  If you love music, baking and biscuits, you're going to love this episode!Frances has her fabulous podcast Baking Playlist on YouTube, and it's a must-watch!You can buy Frances' gorgeous book here.Don't forget to follow us on Spotify, Google Podcasts or Apple Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything inbetween!You can also reach out to us on show@lovecrafts.com and share your crafting stories, we'd love to hear them!

Yes it's true, The LoveCraft Show is BACK - Premiering Wednesday 14th September with a super delicious first episode!Please join us alongside Hollywood Jamie, Ralph and more fabulous guests.Join the fun on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and make sure you rate us if you enjoy the show!Cant wait :) Merion & Jamie x

My guests on this episode served as The Ridgewood Country Club's Championship Co-Chairs for the 122nd U.S. Amateur.  Kevin Shea and Mike Policano led a team of incredible people at Ridgewood that made the week of the U.S. Amateur so enjoyable for everyone on property.  Some fun stories from behind-the-scenes at Ridgewood!The Ridgewood Country Club - Official WebsiteThe Ridgewood Country Club - InstagramSubscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY!Also Subscribe in YouTube,   Google Play , Overcast, Stitcher  Follow on Social Media! Email us:   ben@thebackoftherange.comWebsite: www.thebackoftherange.com  Voice Work by Mitch Phillips 

My guest on this episode is Sarah Lebrun Ingram, the victorious captain of the U.S. Curtis Cup team.  We spoke about her start in the game, her success as a career amateur, and what it was like leading players like Rose Zhang and Emilia Migliaccio to victory in Wales and also at Merion in convincing fashion.Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY!Also Subscribe in YouTube,   Google Play , Overcast, Stitcher  Follow on Social Media! Email us:   ben@thebackoftherange.comWebsite: www.thebackoftherange.com  Voice Work by Mitch Phillips 

The Big Players break down the first event on the LIV Golf Tour, as the feud with the PGA tour begins to grow (2:50). A quick recap on the RBC Canadian Open, and Ben & Josh recount their experience at Merion supporting team USA in a dominant Curtis Cup victory (21:15). The Big Players then breakdown the Men's US Open and make their picks for the week (39:17).

An introduction to Danielle Maslany as a new member of the Team! Her Philly roots and story in the game of golf. Jeff Eisenband on the behind the scenes of PGA Tour Live. The Curtis Cup at Merion and the Shoprite LPGA at Seaview this week. A breakdown of LIV Golf taking over the Golf World this week! A look back at Billy Horschel's 7th win and a preview of the RBC Heritage back in Canada! See The Line with Draft Kings with some favorites, longshots, matchup plays and Top 10's.Thank you to our Sponsors: Comcast Business, X-Golf Garnet-Valley.

Jensen Castle burst onto the golfing scene last summer when she won the US Women's Amateur. Since then she has played in two US Women's Opens. First at Olympic Club and this week at Pine Needles. She competed in the 2021 Curtis Cup and was selected for the 2022 competition at Merion this June. If that wasn't enough, Castle also competed in the Augusta National Women's Amateur. It's been an incredible year for Castle. We discuss her challenging spring season as a junior at Kentucky, her competitive mindset and how she overcomes adversity, her experiences playing in major events both close to home and far away, the friendships she's formed, and her new podcast called Tee to Green. AMATEUR GOLF LINKS:Amateurgolf.comAmateur Golf on IGAmateur Golf on TwitterJENSEN CASTLE LINKS:Tee to Green Podcast on SpotifyTee to Green Podcast on Apple Podcasts

We talk to Scott Nye about Merion and its place in golf history, both past, present and future, as Merion has hosted more USGA championships than any other club.

Co-founder of Sounder Golf, James Day joins Sam for a podcast about his Eclectic 18. The conversation is wide ranging; from turning pro at a young age, to becoming disenfranchised with the game in his early 20's, right through to his adventures in setting up Sounder Golf, and reviving the brand that was styled so brilliantly by Seve in the late 70's and early 80's. We cover a range of topics (not least of all his travel in the game and his outstanding eclectic 18). Listeners to this podcast receive 15% off at checkout with the code: COOKIEJAR so head over to Soundergolf.com and take a look if you're not familiar! We're big fans of what James, Cathal and the team are doing and hopefully this will inspire more people to take a closer look.  A look at his eclectic 18:Hole 1 - Merion (east)Hole 2 - Rye Hole 3 - MuirfieldHole 4 - Spyglass HillHole 5 - Royal North DevonHole 6 - Sunningdale (New)Hole 7 - LA Country ClubHole 8 - Pebble BeachHole 9 - Swinley ForestHole 10 - PasatiempoHole 11 - Sunningdale (Old)Hole 12 - RivieraHole 13 - MPCC (Shore)Hole 14 - Friars HeadHole 15 - North Berwick (West)Hole 16 - Machrihanish DunesHole 17 - The Old CourseHole 18 - SecessionPar - 71 / Yardage = 6,456