Golf Equipment and Trends | Episode 161
The GU family welcomes its newest member, Matt, to the team on this week's episode. We talk golf gear, equipment trends, and much more.
Really helps the fallen arches.
On today's episode the GU family welcomes Matt Hackett to the team as he and I discuss what he's currently playing in his bag, where he sees golf equipment trending, and what the future of the GU Podcast. Follow Matt on Twitter at @matthewliam.
Golf Scope Reads Putts For You | Episode 160
Golf Scope is an exciting new app that helps read putts for you during play. Creator Ryan Engle joins the show to discuss.
Ryan Engle is the creator of Golf Scope, an incredible new smartphone app that uses augmented reality (AR) to read putts for you. Ryan shares how he thought of an app using AR, what he feels it could mean for the game, and how golf technology is evolving.
To learn more, visit www.golfscope.com.
Follow Golf Scope on Twitter at @GetGolfScope
Swannies Golf Apparel | Episode 159
Adam Iverson, co-founder of Swannies Golf Apparel, joins the show to talk about his brand and how it hopes to grow the game for all players.
Stop looking at me swan.
Adam Iverson is the co-founder of Swannies Golf Apparel, a lifestyle company aiming to make golf more enjoyable and accessible to everyone. We discuss what's new in the spring 2018 collection, the Swannies Party Scramble Series, and how the company hopes to grow the game through its brand. Follow Swannies Golf Apparel on Twitter at @swanniesapparel.
Patrick Reed and Golf Fandom | Episode 158
Patrick Reed's win at the 2018 Masters generated a unique reaction from fans and media. Garrett Ford joins the show to discuss.
Patrick Reed's victory at the 2018 Masters is the topic of today's show, specifically fan and media reaction in the days that followed. Garrett Ford (@gfordgolf) joins the show to dive deep into this reaction, as well as his take on the impact of fake Twitter followers on golf accounts.
Bob Lamkin of Lamkin Grips | Episode 157
Bob Lamkin, president and CEO of Lamkin Grips, joins the show to share stories from his company's history and features of their new products this year. Follow Lamkin Grips on Twitter at @lamkingrips.
Visit Lamkin Grips at www.lamkingrips.com.
Dean Snell of Snell Golf | Episode 156
Dean Snell, founder of Snell Golf, joins the show to talk about the new MTB Black and MTB Red golf balls. Dean and I also discuss the ongoing golf ball distance debate and how independent brands can let their voice be heard. Read our review of the Snell Golf MTB Black and MTB Red golf balls here.
Follow Snell Golf on Twitter at @SnellGolf.
The Resurgence of Tiger Woods | Episode 155
In an episode that is completely fan-boyish, golf blogger Dan Bier of TwoInchesShort.com joins me to talk Tiger Woods.
Dan Bier of TwoInchesShort.com joins me as we go complete fan-boy about Tiger Woods's triumphant return to relevance. Follow Dan Bier on Twitter at @TwoInchesShort.
Golf Ball Distance Debate with Mike Stachura | Episode 154
Mike Stachura of Golf Digest returns to the show to discuss the golf ball distance debate, as well as address some of the more common arguments against rolling back the ball.
Mike Stachura of Golf Digest returns to help break down the ongoing golf ball distance debate, as well as the arguments for and against rolling back the ball. Read the USGA Annual Distance Report here.
Read our piece on the fallacies of the debate here.
Golf Metrics 101 with Data Golf | Episode 153
Matthew and William Courchene are the co-founders of DataGolf.ca, a fantastic golf statistics and analysis website geared toward enhancing your understanding of the game. Matt, Will and I discuss the origins of their website, clarify some common golf data misconceptions, and break down what Strokes Gained really means.
Follow Data Golf on Twitter at @datagolf.
Ball Wars and Callaway Rogue with Harry Arnett | Episode 152
Harry Arnett, SVP, Marketing and Brand Management of Callaway Golf returns to talk #BallWars, Callaway Rogue, and much more.
Harry Arnett is a man who loves his job. As the SVP, Marketing and Brand Management of Callaway Golf and President of Ogio International, Harry is a leader in the industry in more ways than one. Harry and I discuss #BallWars, taking a stand on social media, the benefits of Callaway Rogue, and what keeps him up at night.
GolfLogix Putt Break Maps with Pete Charleston | Episode 151
Pete Charleston, president of GolfLogix, joins the show to discuss their exciting new product Putt Breaks.
Pete Charleston is the president of GolfLogix, the leading golf smartphone app. Pete joins the show to talk about his company and their newest product, Putt Break Maps, which provides detailed contouring data for greens on over 5000 golf courses (and growing!). Visit the GolfLogix website to learn more and to download the app for iPhone or Android.
Golf Equipment and Social Media with Josh Babbitt | Episode 150
Josh Babbitt returns to share his highlights of the 2018 PGA Merchandise Show and discuss how social media influences brand perception.
Josh Babbitt of THP Media and TheHackersParadise.com returns to share his highlights of the 2018 PGA Merchandise Show (including who was -- and wasn't -- in attendance), how he approaches the golf equipment review process, and more. We also discuss the changing landscape of how golf equipment companies message their products, and what that means for different brands.
Michael Vrska Recaps the 2018 PGA Show | Episode 149
Golf equipment industry veteran Michael Vrska joins the show to recap the 2018 PGA Merchandise Show.
Michael Vrska joins the podcast to share his highlights from the 2018 PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando. We also discuss the dynamic between equipment OEMs and bloggers before answering listener questions submitted from The Hackers Paradise.
Get Custom Fit with True Spec Golf | Episode 148
True Spec Golf is a custom golf club fitting company making a ton of buzz in the industry. Scott Anderson and Michael Glauberman join me to discuss the company.
Scott Anderson and Michael Glauberman join the podcast tonight to discuss the incredible custom club fitting company True Spec Golf. Scott and Michael recently fit me for a driver at the True Spec Golf location near Chicago and it was hands-down the best custom fitting experience I've ever received. Scott and Michael share their views on the benefits of getting custom fit, dispel common misconceptions about the process, and detail why you should get fit at True Spec Golf.
Follow True Spec Golf on Twitter at @TrueSpecGolf.
If you are in the Chicago area and would like to learn more, contact Michael Glauberman:
Enhancing Your Golf Experience with Provision Events | Episode 147
Nick Clemens is the founder of Provision Events, which focuses on enhancing the fan experience at sporting events worldwide.
Nick Clemens is the founder of Provision Events, a worldwide sports activation agency that specializes in enhancing the fan experience at professional golf events. Nick and I discuss the origins of Provision Events including which obstacles he's had to overcome along the way. We also discuss what's in store for 2018 that many of us will be able to take advantage of at golf events all year.
Follow Provision Events on Twitter at @WeArePVE.
John Kim is Golf's Journeyman | Episode 146
John Kim, now with US Kids Golf, is golf's journeyman. Listen as John describes some of the experiences he's had working in this great game.
John Kim, now with US Kids Golf, has seen places and met people in golf you would not believe. John tells his story of how an obsession with the game lead to a long, incredible career in golf. He also shares a concept that could very well change the way golf is played across the globe. Follow John on Twitter @johnkim.
The Hackers Paradise Turns 10 | Episode 145
The Hackers Paradise turns 10 this year, and Josh Babbitt returns to share the origin story of one of the internet's most popular golf websites.
Josh Babbitt of TheHackersParadise.com is back to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of his super popular golf media venture. Josh and Adam take a walk down memory lane that includes multiple stories of THP's origins, challenges, successes, and much more.
3 Predictions for 2018 | Episode 144
Adam gives three big predictions for 2018 on what he thinks will happen in the golf industry. He also discusses a few changes to the show, and his golf bag.
The Bag Room Chapter 7 | Episode 143
Adam reads chapter seven of his self-published book, The Bag Room. Silk and his friends plan a Fourth of July fireworks show at the golf course. Afterwards, Silk gets a hard lesson in work place etiquette.
Matt Saternus of Plugged In Golf | Episode 142
The first episode of 2018 features Matt Saternus of PluggedInGolf.com. Matt and I discuss what makes his website tick, what he thinks about the current golf equipment landscape, and much more.
