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Our website - www.perksofbeingabooklover.com. Instagram - @perksofbeingabookloverpod Facebook - Perks of Being a Book Lover. To send us a message go to our website and click the Contact button. You can find Eiren Caffal at her website eirencaffall.com or on IG @eirencaffall We chat this week with Eiren Caffall, a Chicago writer whose memoir, The Mourner's Bestiary, sat on Carrie's shelf staring at her for a year until she finally made time to read it but she is so glad I did. In this creative nonfiction work, Eiren talks about her family's long history with a chronic illness (specifically, polycystic kidney disease (PKD)) and connects that to the health of the waterways and living creatures in Maine. It is a master work that merges scientific writing with poetic language. We also talk about her novel, All the Water in the World, which came out less than six months after The Mourner's Bestiary. It is also about water, but in a fictional dystopian setting where New York City has flooded due to the melting of the ice caps. If you enjoyed Station Eleven, you must give this novel a try. And for our book recommendation section of the show, we are focusing on Old Dudes!! Carrie has a soft spot in her heart for curmudgeonly and/ or cuddly elderly men, so we are giving you six ideas of books that feature crotchety (or not) male senior citizens. We have a memoir, a children's book series, a book translated from Swedish, novels featuring LGBTQ protagonists, and literary fiction. Books Discussed in this Episode: 1- The Mourner's Bestiary by Eiren Caffal 2- All the Water in the World by Eiren Caffal 3- Howards End by E.M. Forster 4- Stolen by Ann-Helén Laestadius 5- Ignition by MR O'Connor 6- Hotshot: A Life on Fire by River Selby 7- The Indifferent Stars Above: The Harrowing Story of a Donner Party Bride by Daniel James Brown 8- The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny, and Murder by David Grann 9- The Buffalo Hunter Hunter by Stephen Graham Jones 10- Queen Bee by Cierra Geraghty 11- The List of Suspicious Things by Jennie Godfrey 12- A Five Star Read Recommended by a Fellow Book Lover - In a Lonely Place by Dorothy Hughes 13- The Very Long Very Strange Life of Isaac Dahl by Bart Yates 14- The Last Days of Ptolemy Gray by Walter Mosley 15- The Happiest Man on Earth by Eddie Jaku 16- The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared by Jonas Jonasson 17- The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle by Matt Cain 18- Mr. Putter and Tabby series by Cynthia Rylant 19- A Dark Room in Glitter Ball City: Murder, Secrets, and Scandal in Old Louisville by David Dominé Media Mentioned: 1- 'Murder in Glitter Ball City' - https://www.wdrb.com/news/murder-in-glitter-ball-city-hbo-documentary-explores-2010-old-louisville-murder/article_1b4cc513-c22b-4543-b609-5b6267e1dce2.html 2- Our Episode with David Dominé - https://ThePerksofBeingaBookLover.podbean.com/e/season-5-episode-108-sex-drugs-and-true-crime-vibes-with-guest-david-domine-10-13-21/ 3- True Detective Night Country (HBO Max, 2024)
This week I review the new 2026 Scotty Cameron Phantom putter line. I have both the Phantom 5.5 and 9R putters in-hand that I have been rolling for a bit now. The new SCS face insert offers a softer feel and I like the new look of the 9R. Callaway has a few new items on the USGA conforming list and I have two club projects to build that I let you know about.
In this episode of the Birdies and Bourbon Show, host Cal welcomes Will Robbins, who shares insights from the recent PGA Show, discusses the impact of 3D printed irons on the golf industry, and reflects on his upcoming trip to Europe to compete in the Nordic Tour. The conversation covers the importance of equipment fitting, the role of feel in putting, and the excitement of returning to competitive golf after a break. Will also shares his thoughts on Cobra's position in the market and the future of golf equipment.Chapters03:07 PGA Show Insights05:45 3D Printed Irons and Their Impact09:03 The Future of Golf Equipment12:00 Cobra's Position in the Market14:54 The Importance of Fitting and Equipment18:01 Putter Technology and Feel20:59 The Role of Putter Shafts24:00 Scotty Scheffler's Potential27:10 Upcoming European Trip41:40 Transitioning to European Golf Tournaments42:58 Preparing for the Nordic Tour45:55 Experiencing Scandinavian Culture49:59 Training and Competition Readiness53:59 Navigating Tournament Logistics59:58 Embracing the Competitive SpiritApparel for the show provided by turtleson. Be sure to check them out online for the new season lineup at https://turtleson.com/ Thanks to Fantasy National Golf Club for providing the stat engine for the show. They can be found at https://www.fantasynational.com The Neat Glass. Be sure to check out The Neat Glass online at theneatglass.com or on Instagram @theneatglass for an improved experience and use discount code: bb10 to receive your Birdies & Bourbon discount. Thank you for taking the time listen to the Birdies & Bourbon Show for all things PGA Tour, golf, gear, bourbon and mixology. Dan & Cal aim to bring you entertaining and informative episodes weekly. Please help spread the word on the podcast and tell a friend about the show. You can also help by leaving an 5-Star iTunes review. We love to hear the feedback and support! Cheers. Follow on Twitter & Instagram (@birdies_bourbon)
Ryan Gerard joins Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme on The Smylie Show for a conversation covering everything from finding Mauritius on a map so he could earn a Masters invite, to his lack of a dining room table
Mike is live from day 3 of the Philly Golf Expo, joined by Terry and Joe from React Golf Co. Making custom Putters in The USA, PA! Affordable highend Putters for all golfers!!! check them out @ www.reactgolfco.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-divide-live--2966262/support.
The newest putters in 2026 have arrived, including the Scotty Cameron 2026 Phantom Mallet Putters and the new L.A.B. Golf DF3i Putter. In this 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, we are covering the biggest new putters to hit the golfing world in 2026 including: the Scotty Cameron 2026 Phantom Putters, L.A.B. Golf's DF3i Putter, Odyssey's Ai-DUAL lineup, Bettinardi's 2026 BB Series and Mizuno's M Craft City Series Putters. Included in this episode are two featured interviews from the PGA Show in Orlando, Flordia. 2nd Swing's Drew Mahowald talks with Scotty Cameron Senior Director of R&D Austie Rollinson about the design, technology and performance of the new Phantom Putter lineup. L.A.B. Golf also introduced a new putter in 2026, with the L.A.B. DF3i, which features an insert in their most popular mallet putter, the L.A.B. DF3. We caught up with L.A.B. Golf's Kevin Martin and Cameron Day at PGA Show Demo Day to review their newest putter. 00:00 Intro 01:45 The Turn 04:00 Scottie Scheffler WITB 12:35 Odyssey Ai-DUAL Putters 14:40 Bettinardi 2026 Putters 15:50 Mizuno M Craft City Series Putters 18:39 Scotty Cameron 2026 Phantom Mallets 28:55 L.A.B. DF3i Putter 36:00 Conclusion The 2nd Swing Thoughts podcast, presented by 2nd Swing Golf, covers anything and everything in golf equipment and club fitting. The 2nd Swing Thoughts will feature experts in the golf industry sharing insights and latest trends in golf clubs and club fittings. 2nd Swing Thoughts will also cover the latest in professional golf. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bJFzfhoUmpHZF6fyFsjmX LISTEN ON AMAZON: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f5e3b825-bae2-40d0-9ec4-722e96b99de6/2nd-swing-thoughts LISTEN ON APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2nd-swing-thoughts/id1683899359 Schedule an award-winning 2nd Swing fitting: https://www.2ndswing.com/golf-club-fittings SUBSCRIBE to the 2nd Swing YouTube channel today for more in-depth golf equipment reviews and club fitting insights. FOLLOW 2ND SWING GOLF ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2ndSwingGolf X: https://X.com/2ndSwingGolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2ndswinggolf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@2ndswinggolf
Hinnerk Baumgarten, Sven Hanft und Bene Staben drehen den Fokus weg vom reinen Leaderboard – hin zu den Themen hinter den Scores. Im Zentrum steht Rory McIlroys Ausrüstung: Wenn einer der besten Ballstriker von Blades auf ein fehlerverzeihenderes Setup wechselt, ist das mehr als eine Randnotiz. Die drei leiten daraus ab, warum viele Amateure beim Material noch immer „Stolz vor Score“ spielen – und wo im Winter realistisch die meisten Schläge zu holen sind: Ballkontakt, Längenkontrolle, sinnvoller Fit statt Mythos. Parallel brodelt die große Systemfrage: LIV als Showformat, aber ohne Weltranglistenpunkte und ohne die klassische Turnierdramaturgie. Die Runde diskutiert, warum viele Stars offenbar wieder „echte“ Turniere brauchen – und wie ein fairer Weg zurück aussehen könnte, ohne die Spieler zu überrollen, die sich regulär reingearbeitet haben. Mit dabei: Ryder-Cup-Streitpunkte, Strafzahlungen, Spielrechte und das Ego-Thema Weltrangliste. Zwischendrin gibt's Golf-Alltag in Reinform: die Ballangel als unsexy, aber erstaunlich verbreitete Lebenshilfe, Messe-Vorschau (Hanse Golf, Münchner Golftage) und ein Kuriosum aus Spanien: In Pedreña ist eine lebensgroße Seve-Ballesteros-Statue verschwunden – Aktenzeichen Golf. Highlights Rorys Eisenwechsel als Signal: „mehr Hilfe“ selbst auf Topniveau Blades vs. Cavity: Warum Stolz oft teurer ist als ein Fitting LIV: Show, Geld – aber zu wenig Wettkampf-Kitzel und keine Weltranglistenpunkte Rückkehr-Regeln: Strafe, Status oder begrenzte Starts – was wäre fair? Ballangel-Debatte: verboten, unsexy, aber psychologisch nachvollziehbar Messe-Ausblick: Was Spieler vor Saisonstart wirklich testen sollten Kapitel 04:20 Rorys Eisenwechsel: Blades, Cavity und „jede Hilfe zählt“ 09:40 Was Amateure wirklich optimieren sollten: Kontakt, Längenkontrolle, Fit 14:50 LIV als Showformat: Was fehlt ohne Punkte und Druck? 22:10 Der Weg zurück: Spielrechte, Fairness, Ryder-Cup-Zoff 33:10 Bag-Check-Trends: Driver, Eisen, Putter – was gerade auffällt 35:50 Ballangel & Golfkultur: unsexy, aber überall 41:40 Messen & Saisonstart: Hanse Golf, Münchner Golftage, Ausblick
Terwijl de wereld kijkt naar Davos, gaat in Den Haag de formatie gewoon verder. Vandaag kwam het maatschappelijk middenveld opnieuw langs om te praten. Sociale partners werden bijgepraat over een beoogd minderheidskabinet van D66, VVD en CDA. SER-voorzitter Kim Putters waarschuwt al langer voor politieke jojo’s en voor ‘Amerikaanse toestanden’ in Den Haag. De grote vraag: heeft hij vandaag vertrouwen getankt of juist extra zorgen meegekregen? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Toni Lynn Putter joins Marilize on #OfficeHours to chat about New year, New boundaries: Setting boundaries to liberate your goals.
In this episode, we test the latest from Evnroll, the Origin series. We dive into what makes the SweetFace 2.0 insert a serious contender for your next putter. From feel and roll to alignment and performance on the greens, we cover it all with real-world feedback and honest reactions. If you're a golfer serious about upping your putting game, this review is a must-watch!
In this episode, Jon and Adam are joined by club-fitting experts Woody Lashen and Sonny Burgo from Pete's Golf to unpack what's really going on with the surge in zero-torque style putters, most notably from L.A.B. Golf. They explain who these putters can genuinely help, who they can hurt, and why no putter technology is ever a one-size-fits-all solution. The conversation expands into how elite fitters think about face rotation, weight, loft, grip styles, and even the yips—and why confidence and predictability matter more than chasing trends. A wide-ranging, myth-busting discussion that shows why great putting is less about buying the “right” putter and more about matching the tool to the player. To learn more about Pete's Golf, visit their website here: https://www.petesgolf.com/https://www.petesgolf.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us a textA Starlink meltdown, two missing Terriliums, and the cleanest long-neck builds you've seen—this one is part comedy of errors, part masterclass in the art of putters. We sit down with David Trett of Jet Putters to trace his unlikely route from college basketball to Dallas golf, where resort events, caddie loops, and indoor fitting bays turned into a crash course on performance gear and player psychology. Along the way, he learned to restore and customize putters—and now he shares the process live, sanding down the secrecy that usually shrouds the craft.We get hands-on with the details golfers actually feel. David breaks down why long necks can neutralize torque, how shifting the neck axis toward center changes face rotation, and when deeper milling softens sound without muting feedback. He shows how compact heel-to-toe profiles can sharpen alignment, and he experiments with left-hand neck flips to chase true zero torque. It's shop-floor truth instead of brochure buzzwords—useful for anyone debating face-balanced vs toe-hang or wondering whether a different neck could steady their stroke.There's a candid look at the live selling boom too. As the golf category on Whatnot exploded, volume and “games” reshaped pricing overnight. David explains how he reframed shows as marketing and community—teaching in late-night garage streams, fielding custom orders, and accepting the gritty reality of packing, split shipments, and the rare nightmare of unscanned boxes. The nostalgia thread runs strong: Mizuno blades, Zebra putters, burner bubbles, and proof that smart targets matter more than model year. We trade architecture notes—from the fairness of Sawgrass to the optical mind games of Whistling Straits, the beauty and brutality of French Lick, and why Ross parkland designs reward conviction.At the center of it all is meaning. Heirloom restorations for families, a Blue Angels-inspired Phantom for a retiring Navy veteran—projects that tie craft to memory. If you love custom putters, Scotty Cameron Terrilium, long neck mods, zero torque setups, and real talk about gear, you'll feel at home here. Tap play, share it with a golf friend who tinkers, and leave a review to help more gear nerds find us.Support the showSpecial thank goes out to our show sponsors:
Otey Crisman Putters are golf putting clubs with a notable place in golf history and equipment craftsmanship — both as vintage collectible clubs and as modern hand-built putters inspired by that heritage. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Steve gives an overview of Otey Crisman Putters, sharing how these iconic putters have recorded five wins at Augusta. He walks us through how the putter has evolved over time, discusses headcovers and proper putter maintenance, and explains why hickory shafts remain such an important part of the story. We also talk about how technology has advanced, the role confidence plays when standing over the ball, and why these putters have a "soul." This was a historic conversation and an honor to have Steve on the show. Let's tee it off.
We have Marty Jertson on the podcast today talking all things putters! Chris and Tony discuss the nature of the putt and what torqueless can really do for the golfer. Plus, whats the best putter for you? 00:00 Welcome Back 04:48 What is Torque? 11:42 Max Torque vs Min Torque 12:53 What torque means for us? 22:38 What exactly is Zero Torque? 36:07 Common Threads between putters
Welcome to this week's edition of Next on the Tee — where golf legends live and your game gets better. I truly appreciate you being here and pressing play. I'm really excited to share this episode with you because it features two wonderful friends—one who has been very dear to me for years and another new friend who I hope will be joining me many times going forward. Leading things off is Matthew Laurance, a longtime favorite of this show and someone I've been blessed to call a close friend. Many of you know Matthew from his iconic role as Sal Amatto, the fictional bass player in Eddie & the Cruisers—easily one of my all-time favorite movies. What started as a social media connection grew into appearances on Thursday Night Tailgate, and those conversations eventually turned into a genuine friendship. This time around, Matthew shares his thoughts on the direction the PGA Tour appears to be heading, which feels like a sharp turn away from the long-standing focus on “growing the game.” We also dive into why Seve became his all-time favorite player, his lingering disappointment from the 1986 Masters, and revisit stories from Eddie & the Cruisers—including what it's like for him when On the Dark Side comes on the radio while he's driving. In Segment 2, I'm thrilled to welcome Steve Strano for his Next on the Tee debut. Steve is the son of my gumba Rob Strano, so you know right away he's going to be a great guest. Steve is an entrepreneur who is helping to resurrect a legendary and nearly forgotten brand of putters. That brand is Otey Putters, which helped legends like Jimmy Demaret, Dr. Cary Middlecoff, Jackie Burke Jr., and Doug Ford win five Masters between 1947 and 1957. Steve's passion for Otey is contagious, and during our conversation, he had me completely fired up about these beautifully handcrafted putters, still made in their original factory in Selma, Alabama, by Otey Crisman III, the son of former PGA Tour pro Otey Crisman. You're going to love Steve's energy, his respect for the history of the brand, and the care that goes into every putter. Be sure to check them out at OteyThree.com. Thanks again for being here and for pressing play on this week's show. I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed bringing it to you.
Off Course is back this week with a fantastic show and this is episode 279. Hosted by Dan Edwards, each Friday he gives you a deep look into the world of golf and equipment in a way unlike any other podcast has done before. Today, Staff Writer for THP, Dean joins the show to discuss golf and the holidays as well as a new putter grip that is mind bending. It wouldn't be Off Course without some tangents, but Dan and Dean dive into many topics including surviving the winter with sim golf and the Trilogy putter grip. This show has a lot going on and is one you will not want to miss as Dean goes Off Course. Episode 279 is here and Dan and Dean discuss the following topics and a whole lot more. Reflecting on the Grandaddy with Callaway Holiday Themed Golf ThingsThe Trilogy Beta One Putter GripSurviving the Winter with Sim GolfTaking a Leap on a Swing CoachAnd so much more You can listen to the show right here, Apple Podcasts or anywhere you do your listening and downloading from, including Spotify and more. Search for the Hackers Paradise and make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. After listening, come back over and drop us a note below on what you agree and/or disagree with from the episode. If you get a chance, drop us a review wherever you listen from and let others know what you think of the show and/or channel. Off course is now available in video as well. Tune into the THPGolf YouTube Channel, jump into the video and watch the interaction between Dan and his guests each week rather than just listen. THPGolf · Off Course – The Trilogy Putter Grip and More Go to discussion... document.write("Loading Custom Ratings..."); The post Off Course – The Trilogy Putter Grip and More appeared first on The Hackers Paradise.
As the countdown begins to one of the moments that really signals the start of the season, this episode turns its focus to the $100,000 Grand Prix Eventing Showcase at Bruce's Field and the wider impact it continues to have on the sport. Central to that is the Annie Goodwin Rising Star Grant, created in Annie's memory to support developing professionals across all disciplines as they take meaningful steps forward in their careers. Nicole Brown is joined by Annie's father, Putter Goodwin, and this year's grant recipient, Elle Choate, to talk about what the grant was built to do and why it matters. Ellie shares where she's at right now, coming back from a serious injury, getting horses back into work, and trying to build something sustainable in a sport that isn't easy to break into. Putter reflects on Annie's connection to Aiken, the kind of people the grant is meant to support, and how the idea has grown into something that's already making a difference. Highlights Why the Annie Goodwin Rising Star Grant was created and what it's meant to support Annie's connection to Aiken and the community that shaped her career Elle on recovering from injury and getting back in the saddle The realities of turning riding into a sustainable profession Guests Putter Goodwin - Annie Goodwin's father and a driving force behind the Annie Goodwin Rising Star Grant, created to honour Annie's legacy and support developing professionals across disciplines. Elle Choate - 2026 Annie Goodwin Rising Star Grant recipient, developing professional based in Aiken. Find out more about the Annie Goodwin Rising Star Grant and the $100,000 Grand Prix Eventing Showcase at Bruce's Field presented by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.
Part 3!!! Here is my updated top zero torque putter list! Here are my top 10 favorite putters that are balanced for the face to point towards the target. Here are my favorites for final run of 2025!
Von Curling zu Clubrekorden – wie Manon sich auf Handicap 0,8 gespielt hat In dieser Podcastfolge spricht Fabian mit Manon Harsch – AK-50-Spielerin, Curling-Vizeweltmeisterin und langjährige Trainerin – über ihre beeindruckende Saison 2025. Bereits zum zweiten Mal zu Gast im Podcast, erzählt Manon offen und inspirierend, wie sie mit 45 Jahren noch einmal angreift, sich den Traum vom Handicap 0 erfüllt hat und warum der Winter der Schlüssel für ihren Durchbruch war. Du erfährst: Wie Manon mit gezielter Vorbereitung und Strategie ihr Spiel auf ein neues Niveau gehoben hat Warum eine Golfreise im März der Wendepunkt ihrer Saison wurde Wie sie durch systematisches Training mit Fitnesscoach Kai Fusser mehr Länge und Konstanz gewann Was die Umstellung auf einen neuen Putter bewirkt hat – und wie sie damit ihre Besser-Putting-Statistik deutlich verbesserte Warum Strategie, mentaler Fokus und Technik immer zusammen gedacht werden sollten Wie es ihr gelang, internationale Turniere zu gewinnen, Platzrekorde aufzustellen und gleichzeitig Clubmeisterin zu werden
Send us a textIn this episode, Matt sits down with "Putting Guru" Preston Combs, owner of Preston's Putting, for a deep dive into the art and science of rolling the rock. Whether you are a gear junkie obsessed with the latest Zero Torque putters or a player struggling to read greens, this conversation covers it all. Preston debunks the myths about AimPoint, explains how to properly test a putter before buying it, and takes Matt through a live lesson that transforms his setup.In This Episode, We Cover:The Truth About AimPoint: Preston explains why AimPoint is suitable for beginners and high-handicappers, not just pros. He also debunks the myth that AimPoint slows the game, noting that a proper read should take only about 10 to 12 seconds.Green Books vs. Feel: While Green Books are great for approach shots, Preston explains why relying on them solely for putting can be tricky due to angle variationsThe "Zero Torque" Debate: Do you actually need a Zero Torque putter? Preston reveals that while they help some, they can hurt players who rely on torque for feel in transition.How to Buy a Putter: Don't just grab what's popular. Preston shares a drill that uses a quarter or a dime to test start lines in the store before you drop hundreds of dollars.Blade vs. Mallet: Why "cavity back" putters might be hiding your mistakes and why some pros are sticking to blades for better feedback.The "Base Stroke" System: Understanding how to regulate stroke size and tempo so you stop guessing how hard to hit the ballMatt's Lesson: Preston diagnoses Matt's "long follow-through" as a symptom of a short backswing and fixes his setup by adjusting his forward bend to improve structural stability.Resources Mentioned:Preston's Putting: https://www.prestonsputting.com/AimPoint: https://aimpointgolf.com/ Vertex Sensor: https://vertex-golf.com/Quotes from the Show:"If you can't control the face on a three-mile-an-hour club head speed swing, it's not the putter." - Matt "I'm a proponent of any tool that allows players to better understand what's getting ready to happen to their golf ball." - Preston Combs "It looks like you're trying to hit that eight iron 160 yards." - Preston on forcing a putting stroke. Support the showSpecial thank goes out to our show sponsors:
Today's topic on #OfficeHours, Toni-Lynne Putter joins Marilize to chat about turning challenges into opportunities during the festive season.
Take a deep dive with Club Junkie as we review the brand-new SeeMore SBx and SKx Zero Torque putters! These innovative flatsticks bring a unique blend of stability, balance, and SeeMore's iconic RifleScope alignment system—designed to help golfers square the face naturally and roll it pure. In this episode, I break down the tech behind the new Zero Torque designs, how they perform on the green, feel differences between SBx and SKx models, and who each putter might fit best. If you're a SeeMore fan—or just a gear junkie searching for your next gamer—this one's for you.
In this episode of The Hole Story Podcast, we sit down with Josey Sandy, the craftsman behind Mack Made Putters, to explore what it takes to build a putter with true personality and purpose. Josey shares how he blends artistry, precision, and feel to create one-of-a-kind putters that resonate with golfers. It's a deep dive into craftsmanship, creativity, and the stories that shape the tools we trust on the greens.https://www.mackmadeworkshop.com/BestBall Links:https://BestBall.comhttps://linktr.ee/BestBallhttps://bestball.substack.com - Subscribe to Par 3 Thursdays!Friends of BestBall:B. Draddy - https://www.bdraddy.com - Enter "BESTBALL20" for 20% off your orderZero Restriction - https://www.zerorestriction.com - Enter "BESTBALL20" for 20% off your orderFairway & Greene - https://www.fairwayandgreene.com - Enter "BESTBALL20" for 20% off your orderArccos Golf - https://bit.ly/4gXNDQi - Get 15% off your orderThe Stack System - https://www.thestacksystem.com/discount/BestBall - Get 10% off your orderWestern Birch - https://westernbirch.com - Enter "BESTBALL" in the shipping cart for a free gift with your order. Interested in becoming a sponsor of The Hole Story Podcast? Email info@bestball.com.
GS#1028 Sam Hahn, CEO of L.A.B. Golf, currently the hottest golf company in the world, returns to discuss the company's explosive growth and the details of their recent acquisition by private investment firm, L Catterton. Also discussed is how Sam's prolific use of Social Media has helped grow brand loyalty and exposure. Also covered is the radical, yet traditional design of their latest putter innovation, the Oz1.iHS. This is the first heel shafted putter released by L.A.B. with the head co-designed by PGA star Adam Scott. The discussion highlights the company's journey from small-town startup to global success, its unique culture, and the challenges of scaling while staying true to its roots. Fred Greene praises Hahn for his leadership, authenticity, and perseverance. Hahn expresses gratitude for the support of golf media and fans, emphasizing that Lab's next phase will build on the same passion and culture that fueled its rise.This episode with Fred & Sam can be seen on our YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/-jLPMeKcoLQThis episode is brought to you by Warby Parker with over 300+ locations to help you find your next pair of glasses. You can also head over to warbypaker.com/golfsmarter right now to try on any pair virtually!This episode is sponsored by Indeed. Please visit indeed.com/GOLFSMARTER and get a $75 SPONSORED JOB CREDIT. Terms and conditions apply.This episode is sponsored by HIMS. Start your free online visit today HIMS.com/golfsmarter and received personalized ED treatment options.This episode is also brought to you by Taelor, an award-winning menswear rental subscription service. Visit taelor.style and get 25% OFF your first month of men's clothing subscription with our exclusive code GOLFSMARTER.If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we've discussed, or if you'd like to share a comment about what you've heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com
Replayed on November 29, 2025. Doug's insightful interview with Tommy O'Brien, for your listening pleasure.
Marnix van Rij heeft een hele loopbaan in politiek en bestuur achter de rug. Raadslid, wethouder, CDA-partijvoorzitter, Eerste-Kamerlid, nog een keer partijvoorzitter ad interim, staatssecretaris fiscaliteit en Belastingdienst in Rutte IV en nu plaatsvervangend bewindvoerder bij het IMF in Washington. Zijn nieuwe boek Reflecties van een politieke optimist gaat over de voorbije vijf jaar en de vele perikelen die hij in die partij en dat kabinet van zeer dichtbij meemaakte. Jaap Jansen en PG Kroeger praten met hem over de lessen uit die troebelen en de mensen en momenten die daarvoor bepalend waren. *** Deze aflevering is mede mogelijk gemaakt met donaties van luisteraars die we hiervoor hartelijk danken. Word ook vriend van de show! Heb je belangstelling om in onze podcast te adverteren of ons te sponsoren? Zend ons een mailtje en wij zoeken contact. *** Begin 2021 viel hij in als CDA-voorzitter nadat Rutger Ploum de verantwoordelijkheid voor de missers in de verkiezingscampagne op zich had genomen. Een verlies van 19 naar 15 zetels bleek nog het minste pijnpunt. Van Rij ontdekte dat de partijtop en de organisatie overladen waren met een reeks conflicten, frustraties en pijnpunten. Het leiderschap van Wopke Hoekstra was aangeslagen, bewindslieden communiceerden niet meer met elkaar, Mona Keijzer werd door Mark Rutte zelfs ontslagen. De achterban roerde zich, niet in het minst de mensen en afdelingen die zich vooral thuis voelden bij Pieter Omtzigt. Maar die was overspannen afgehaakt, hield hof in Enschede en richtte uiteindelijk een eigen partij op. In retrospectief ziet Van Rij dat Omtzigt zijn partij gijzelde door vaag te blijven over zijn intenties, zijn mate van loyaliteit en de behoefte om zijn gekwetste gemoed te laten strelen. Daarbij merkte hij dat Omtzigt niet was wie hij meende te zijn. Bij hem was sprake was van een radicalisering waarin hij ontkoppeld raakte van de christendemocratie. Ook Van Rij slaagde er niet in een dialoog zonder wantrouwen te laten ontstaan - ook al omdat Omtzigt zich ondanks zijn slechte toestand in hoge mate bleef mengen in het Haagse en interne CDA-debat. Toen uit zijn kring van medestanders een geheim evaluatiedocument gelekt werd, was zijn rol uitgespeeld, ondanks alle pogingen hem 'bij de club te houden'. Terugblikkend stelt Van Rij dat het vertrek van Omtzigt – en ook van Mona Keijzer, die naar BBB overstapte – uiteindelijk bevrijdend werkte. Een nieuwe generatie met een eigentijds wereldbeeld kon het CDA nu nieuw perspectief geven. Terwijl hij in Rutte IV als staatssecretaris zijn handen vol had, werd hij in de kabinetsformatie van 2023-2024 juist door Omtzigt en diens NSC intensief geraadpleegd. Geert Wilders polste hem daarop als informateur, om Ronald Plasterk op te volgen. Van Rij vond Plasterks werkwijze onzuiver en de uitkomst tamelijk funest. Niettemin werd hij door NSC alvast gepolst of hij niet zou willen aanblijven op Financiën, gelet op de grote problemen daar en de afhandeling van de toeslagenellende. Hij zei niet meteen nee, zo blijkt. In de volgende fase van de kabinetsformatie tussen PVV, VVD, NSC en BBB werd het nog gekker. Omtzigt nodigde Van Rij uit voor een gesprek en vertelde ‘dat dit een dag zou worden die ik nooit zou vergeten’. Want nadat Plasterk zich wegens een integriteitskwestie onmogelijk had gemaakt, zou Wilders hem gaan polsen voor het premierschap. Hoewel de nieuwe CDA-leider Henri Bontenbal helder had gesteld geen CDA'ers in het nieuwe kabinet te willen zien, ging Van Rij toch praten. Het gesprek met formateur Richard van Zwol en de vier fractieleiders duurde een uur. Duidelijk werd dat een premier van buiten de coalitie meer een etalagepop zou worden dan een leider. Het hoofdlijnenakkoord was bovendien zo anti-Europees dat Van Rij daar toch wel buikpijn van kreeg. En: “Als democraat vond ik dat Wilders zélf premier had moeten worden." Toen werd het Dick Schoof, de laatste in het rijtje potentiële premiers. Voor de huidige kabinetsformatie komt Van Rij met nuttige wenken. En uit zijn werk in Rutte IV heeft hij twee cruciale agendapunten waar een nieuw kabinet direct 'meters kan maken'. Het saneren van ondoelmatige fiscale regelingen is helder in kaart gebracht. Hier is een ruimte van tientallen miljarden belastinggeld die veel effectiever ingezet kunnen worden. Als wezenlijke les uit de enquêtes en rapportages over het falen van overheidsinstanties zou een nieuw kabinet een Nederlandse versie van het Amerikaanse 'Handvest voor de rechten van belastingbetalers en toeslagengerechtigden' kunnen vaststellen. Burgers en uitvoeringsorganisaties weten dan wat zulke rechten zijn en hoe burgers met respect en helderheid bejegend moeten worden. "Zo bouw je aan herstel van vertrouwen." *** Verder luisteren 382 - 250 jaar Verenigde Staten: de Boston Tea Party en de rechtsbescherming van belastingbetalers in Nederland 291 – De dubbele jaren van staatssecretaris Marnix van Rij 545 - Het verfijnde advies van Wouter Koolmees en de struikelpartij van Hans Wijers, die de toekomstagenda al in z'n hoofd had 543 – Kabinetsformatie: Hoe verkenner Wouter Koolmees een ‘nieuw moment’ kan creëren 541 - De terugkeer van het politieke midden 501 - Den Haag zonder Omtzigt en een Voorjaarsnota zonder beleid 491 - De voortdurende twijfels van Nieuw Sociaal Contract 448 - Premier zonder kompas 410 - De Pirouette van Putters 398 - Kabinetsformatie 2024: de lege stoel van Pieter Omtzigt 386 – Ronald Plasterk, een verkenner met passie 212 - Het CDA zoekt zichzelf, Richard van Zwol en Pieter Jan Dijkman wijzen de weg *** Tijdlijn 00:00:00 – Deel 1 00:39:39 – Deel 2 01:03:30 – Deel 3 01:21:24 – EindeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of the Club Junkie golf equipment podcast, we review the brand-new Bettinardi Antidote SB3 and SB5 putters. If you're searching for an in-depth Bettinardi Antidote review, wondering how the SB3 vs. SB5 compare, or trying to find the best high-MOI putter for your stroke—this breakdown covers everything you need. I take these putters on the course for real-world testing and discuss performance, feel, stability, alignment, and who each model is designed for. Bettinardi fans and gear junkies won't want to miss this one.
This week, we're diving deep into the latest lineup from Scotty Cameron: the Phantom 11R OC and Studio Style Fastback OC, both featuring the brand-new OC (Onset Center) design that's all about reducing torque and keeping the putter face square through impact. We break down what makes the OC setup special — with the shaft positioned in line with the center of gravity and slightly back from the leading edge — and talk about how that helps stabilize your stroke and improve consistency. We'll share our thoughts on the Phantom 11R OC's rounded shape, heavier head, and ultra-stable feel, plus how the Studio Style Fastback OC brings that classic mid-mallet look with a carbon steel insert and chain-link milling for a buttery smooth roll. You'll hear our first-hand impressions from testing: alignment, feel, roll, and stability, plus who we think each model really suits. We wrap it up with our verdict on where these fit in the current putter lineup — and which one might earn a spot in your bag.
Toni-Lynn Putter joins Marilize on #OfficeHours to chat about healing your life one day at a time.
In Asia Trump ha firmato molti accordi, ha stabilito tariffe, è andato alla ricerca di minerali critici, e soprattutto è stato accolto come avrebbe voluto: come un re. Le tappe del suo viaggio hanno dimostrato una incredibile propensione da parte dei leader asiatici ad accarezzare il suo lato più narcisistico. Ma dopo che Trump è tornato negli Stati Uniti, le analisi degli esperti regionali, e non solo, dimostrano che dietro lo charme, i regali, le concessioni gastronomiche, in realtà, potrebbe essere rimasto molto poco. Gli inserti audio della puntata sono tratti da: Donald Trump arrives in KL, Malaysia for ASEAN summit, dances on tarmac at welcome ceremony, CNA, 26 ottobre 2025; Donald Trump congratulates Thailand, Cambodia for signing peace deal, ChannelNewAsia, 26 ottobre 2025; Trump wanders off while meeting with Japanese prime minister, The Independent, 28 ottobre 2025; Pres. Trump delivers remarks to business leaders in Japan, Fox 9, 28 ottobre 2025; PM Takaichi Surprises Trump with Golf Gifts, Including Abe's Putter, Apt News, 28 ottobre 2025; Trump Lands in South Korea and Greeted With YMCA, Al Arabiya English, 29 ottobre 2025; President Donald J. Trump meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea, White House, 30 ottobre 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We are back this week with a brand-new episode! As the jack-o-lanterns rot, the autumn leaves turn to dust, and the days get shorter, let us all rejoice in the glorious judgement contained herein that lifts the spirit, brightens one's day, and enriches the soul. Nikki is now an ambassador for Club WPT Gold! Check out: https://clubwptgold.com and use code NIKKI to sign up! Follow the podcast on Insta: @shttheydonttellyou Follow Nikki on Insta: @NikkiLimo Follow Steve on Insta: @SteveGreeneComedy To visit our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/stikki To watch the podcast on YouTube: http://bit.ly/STDTYPodYouTube Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening, or by using this link: http://bit.ly/ShtTheyDontTellYou If you want to support the show, and get all our episodes ad-free go to: https://stdty.supercast.tech/ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/ShtTheyDontTellYou To submit your questions/feedback, email us at: podcast@nikki.limo To call in with questions/feedback, leave us a voicemail at: (765) 734-0840 To watch more Nikki & Steve on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/nikkilimo To watch more of Nikki talking about Poker: https://www.twitch.tv/trickniks To check out Nikki's Jewelry Line: https://kittensandcoffee.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Odyssey's newest putter, the Square 2 Square Tri-Hot, gets a deep dive! Jacob Davidson, of Odyssey Golf, joins me on the show to talk about the new putters and what's under the hood. He gets into the Tri-Hot engineering and how they stuffed a ton of tungsten into the front of the putters. We also go deep into the new Ai-Dual insert and how it helps with distance control and improved roll.
On this week's episode of Fully Equipped, GOLF's Johnny Wunder is joined by Odyssey Tour Rep Cody Hale and PGA Tour pro Justin Lower to talk the new Tri-Hot Square 2 Square putters that were officially revealed today, if the zero torque craze is a fad or here to stay and how a gear junkie free agent like Justin tests new product on Tour. --If you'd like to be featured on the Fully Equipped Hotline in future episodes, call (480) 442-1168 and leave us a voicemail.--Attention gear heads! The Fully Equipped store is officially live at shop.golf.com.
Click here to share your favorite car, car story or any automotive trivia!Learning manual transmission is nerve-wracking. Learning it the day before driving your first car across the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance podium at age 11? That's how classic car dealer Colleen Sheehan started.Her first car was a 1930 BMW—nicknamed "Sputter"—that her father took as commission when a collection buyer said, "I don't care about that car." Colleen got it at age 8. At 11, she earned 3rd in class at Pebble Beach.Sputter is extraordinary: wooden frame, cable brakes, 35 mph top speed. "If you hit a possum, the whole thing shatters...and the possum walks away cussing." Possibly the oldest BMW in America. She owns 2 of the estimated 4-5 in the US.That passion led to Next Generation Classics, her California dealership specializing in Enzo-era Ferraris and exotic cars. While her twin brother chose computers, Colleen chose restoration, sales, and the collector car world. She names all her cars: Lancia Delta Integrale rally car "Guido," Tahoe "Betsy," second BMW "Putter."Her dream car? Ferrari Competition Daytona 365GTB4c —only 15 ever made.Philosophy? "I'd rather drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow."Sputter sits in her garage, never to be sold.Listen to Colleen's favorite episode, Dora's Datsun here - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2316026/episodes/14948807-from-datsun-to-range-rover-what-dora-s-first-car-taught-her-about-success *** Your Favorite Automotive Podcast - Now Arriving Weekly!!! *** Listen on your favorite platform and visit https://carsloved.com for full episodes, our automotive blog, Guest Road Trip Playlist and our new CAR-ousel of Memories photo archive. Don't Forget to Rate & Review to keep the engines of automotive storytelling—and personal restoration—running strong.
Originally aired on October 25th, 2025. Doug's insightful interview with Tommy O'Brien, for your listening pleasure.
On today's episode, we're joined by TaylorMade club fitter Adrian Rietveld, the man behind the gear of some of golf's biggest stars — Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Tommy Fleetwood. Adrian shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories from working with these superstars and offers fascinating insight into the art and science behind fitting players for their equipment. 0:00 - Intro 14:40 - Adrian Rietveld joins the show! 1:09:50 - Riggs vs. Kirk video drops tonight 1:18:25 - Frankie's experience caddying for Riggs 1:26:50 - Good Good PGA Tour Tournament 1:32:20 - What is a reasonable price for a round of golf?You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/foreplaypod
Director of Golf Performance and Innovation at Dick's Sporting Goods and Golf Galaxy Chris Marchini returns to answer your questions with Uncle Gene. Plus, a JWall giveaway spree. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Shane and Marty discuss alternative style putting and the fitting tools available to help golfers find a putter that’s best for their setup and stroke. They dive even deeper into long putters and one of the newest options available in the PLD family, the PLD Oslo L. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on Golf & Politics, Matt Parker sits down with Sam Hahn, co-founder and co-CEO of L.A.B. Golf, to unpack one of the most revolutionary stories in modern golf — how a street musician from Eugene, Oregon, turned his passion for tinkering with putters into a company that's redefining the way players roll the rock. Sam shares the unlikely journey from local music venues to leading one of golf's most innovative brands — including the moment he almost ran for mayor of Eugene, how a viral Facebook argument helped launch L.A.B. into the spotlight, and what it felt like watching J.J. Spaun's legendary U.S. Open putt sink with a L.A.B. in hand. The conversation dives into entrepreneurship, perseverance, and putting philosophy — from Phil Mickelson's golf IQ to why golfers should practice decision-making, not just mechanics. ⸻
Mets and Yanks wrap up the regular season with playoff spots on the line, Jaxson Dart makes his Giants debut, and the Ryder Cup hits Bethpage Black. The Mets face the Marlins—who've haunted them before—needing just two wins to stay alive.
In this week's episode of The Bones Booth, Taryn, Andrew and Maggie discuss season ten episode fourteen of Bones, "The Putter in the Rough."
In today's episode we chat with Olympic Shot Putter Ryan WhitingTOPICS COVERED1- Ryan shares what it was like to throw and coach at the same university and what changes he sees in college athletics2. We talk about high level prep and overcoming both physical and mental barriers in performance.3 Ryan talks about the value of journaling and how his approach to this has changed over the years.4 Wetalk about the Olympics and some of the best athletes Ryan has met and his overall experience.5. Ryan gives his Get Your Edge advice- not shocking its consistency!If you enjoy the podcast please share it with your athletes- teachers- parents and other coaches.Help us grow our GET YOUR EDGE community and share the podcast.#chop-itGET YOUR EDGE PODCASTInstagram and X- @getyouredgepodDean Contactwww.foxvalleythrowsclub.comInstagram and X- @foxvalleythrowsBrian Contactwww.sportsadvantedge.comInstagram- @sportsadvantedge / @brianbott23X- @botter23 / @sportadvantedgeEmail- Brian@sportsadvantedge.comGraphics and Logo- Bailey MarashInstagram and X- @bmarasch13#foxvalleythrows #getyouredge #sportsadvantedge #hardwork #athlete #makernation #foxvalley #fireit #feedthecats #loadthedawgs #dynamicfitness
Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 497 - The Story of Hanna Golf with Jared Doerfler We're talking with a most intersting and inspiring guest: Jared Doerfler, founder of Hanna Golf and creator of the widely followed Perfect Putt Newsletter. Jared's journey into the golf industry is anything but traditional. What began as a passion project while finishing his MBA—writing about golf trends, equipment, and business—has grown into the Perfect Putt Newsletter, with over 11,000 dedicated subscribers. But Jared's entrepreneurial path didn't stop at newsletters. Inspired by his own putting struggles, he sketched out his vision for a better putter. Working with his brother-in-law on CAD designs and collaborating with friends to machine prototypes, he transformed that sketch into reality. The result: custom-engineered Hanna Golf putters, designed with unique features like a forward center of gravity, wide/deep milling for responsive feel, and high MOI for unmatched forgiveness. Today, Hanna Golf produces nearly 1,200 putters annually, with 70–80% of sales happening online. Remarkably, the company has sold nearly 800 putters in just over a year—without traditional marketing or outside investors. In this conversation, Bill and Jared dive into: The growth story of the Perfect Putt Newsletter The inspiration and innovation behind Hanna Golf putters How family values, customer feedback, and manufacturing precision guide Jared's decisions The challenges of balancing production capacity, innovation, and independence Why Jared is determined to keep Hanna Golf small, focused, and authentic If you're a golf enthusiast, entrepreneur, or simply someone who loves hearing how dreams turn into reality, this episode delivers both inspiration and insight. ---------------- Subscribe to the FGN Podcast Watch FGN videos on YouTube Check out our other sports pod: Church Pew Sports TEXT or CALL (989) 272-2383 to share your thoughts, comments, suggestions, and questions
Back, by popular demand, with my updated top zero torque putter list! Here are my top 10 favorite putters that are balanced for the face to point towards the target. Here are my favorites for 2025!
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The people of the Middle Ages were no strangers to Cupid's arrows, and just like us, they loved a good love letter. But in a world where literacy rates were far below what they are today, who was writing their most heartfelt feelings down? And how do we know? This week, Danièle speaks with Myra Stokes and Ad Putter about where we find love letters, and the way people wrote and sent them, along with a couple of spicy – and hilarious – examples.You can enrol in Danièle's online course Calamity and Change: An Introduction to the Fourteenth Century at https://medievalstudies.thinkific.com/courses/calamity-and-change
In this episode, Scott Becker explores the booming U.S. putter market, highlighting how millions of golfers chase performance through equipment rather than practice.