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Award-winning sports talk show host, network golf correspondent and author, Ann Liguori, talks with top names in sports, with a heavy emphasis on golf, her passion. Described as "a woman who has transformed sports broadcasting," Ann is a trailblazer in the industry as the first woman to host a call-in sports talk show on WFAN-NY, the first all-sports radio station in the country; one of the 'originals' on Golf Channel where she hosted her own weekly, prime-time series, golfing with and interviewing stars in sports, entertainment and business; and the host, executive producer and owner of the award-winning cable series, "Sports Innerview with Ann Liguori," a treasure chest of interviews she has done with legends in sports.
In her "Sports Innerview with Ann Liguori" podcast, Ann takes you inside the lives and minds of the current-day movers and shakers, stars and influencers in sports and entertainment. Billed as one of the best interviewers in the business, Ann has a way of getting the most out of her fascinating guests. You will enjoy hearing both fun and serious discussion, keen insight and opinions, on a wide variety of issues and topics in golf and beyond. Be sure to reach out to Ann with questions, comments and your own opinions on the subjects she and her guests discuss.
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Ann showcases the wide range of recreational experiences at the historic Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa in New Hampshire’s White Mountains, highlighting golf, outdoor pursuits, and the resort’s classic elegance. She is joined by Kalen Whitney, Golf Superintendent, and Lloyd Van Horn, General Manager, who offer insight into the Resort's rich history and many guest experiences.The episode also features Ann sharing a memorable conversation with golf legend Bernhard Langer, reflecting on his career, longevity in the game, and perspective on championship golf.
Step inside one of the most exclusive golf events of the year as Ann Liguori teams up with U.S. Ambassador to Ireland Ed Walsh for a powerhouse evening at the Ambassador's Residence in Dublin. This episode brings you front-row access to golf icons Padraig Harrington and Paul McGinley as they deliver bold insights on The Irish Open's rising global profile, Ryder Cup leadership, rivalry, and legacy, and why Ireland is the soul of world golf.The program features comments by Ambassador Ed Walsh; Ireland Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport, and Media, Patrick O'Donovan; excerpts from Ann's conversations with golf greats Padraig Harrington and Paul McGinley; and comments from Max Hamilton, Exe. Commercial Director, DP World Tour; Fraser Thomson, Dir. of Golf, Adare Manor; and Fiona Togher, GM, Carne Golf Club.
Ann plays highlights from the historic 'Golfing Ties between the U.S. and Ireland' reception/panel that took place Nov. 20, 2025 at the U.S. Ambassador to Ireland, Ed Walsh's Residence in Dublin, Ireland. The program features comments by Ireland Minister of Sport, Media & Culture, Patrick O'Donovan; Ann's conversations with golf greats Padraig Harrington and Paul McGinley; and segments from additional guests: Max Hamilton, DP World Tour; Fraser Thomson, Adare Manor; and Fiona Togher, GM, Carne Golf Club.
Bernhard Langer, the most successful player on the PGA Tour Champions with 47 victories and 12 Major titles, talks about the unique format of the Skechers World Champion's Cup, the key to his longevity and drive through the decades he's been playing, and the strong competition amongst his peers on the Champions Tour.
Ann talks with Michael Wolf, co-author, 'The Golf Courses of Seth Raynor,' as they discuss the genius of Seth Raynor, his extensive work in a relatively short period of time, Raynor template holes, his background working with Charles Blair MacDonald, and much more.
Ann talks with Michael Wolf, co-author, 'The Golf Courses of Seth Raynor,' as they discuss the genius of Seth Raynor, his extensive work in a relatively short period of time, Raynor template holes, his background working with Charles Blair MacDonald, and much more.
Ann visits with Kalen Whitney, Superintendent/Dir. of Golf, at Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa, in Whitefield, New Hampshire, about the historic resort, the 9 hole course designed by Ralph Barton, who worked with renown golf course architect Seth Raynor, and the many sports activities available to families, year-round.
Ann interviews Patrick O'Donovan, Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media of Ireland, whom she sat down with on the Saturday afternoon of the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black. They discuss his team's trip to this Ryder Cup, what they learned for their preparations for the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor, in County Limerick, where the Minister is from, and much more. Ann replays her conversation with Bill Byrne of Aer Lingus on the impact of golf tourism on the Emerald Isle and air travel between the U.S. and Ireland. And Ann shares her guest appearance on BBC News while the exciting singles matches of the Ryder Cup were being played.
Ann interviews Patrick O'Donovan, Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media of Ireland, on the Saturday afternoon of the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, as they discuss his team's trip to this Ryder Cup, his observations, and their preparations for the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor, in County Limerick, where the Minister is from.
Ann guests on Kelly Elbin's 'Musings on Golf' show as they recap the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black and Europe's 15-13 win over the United States.
Ann broadcasts from the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black and discusses top storylines of both the U.S. Team and the European Team with Greg Allen, Golf Correspondent, RTE Radio, Ireland. Ann talks about U.S. Ryder Cup Captain Keegan Bradley's success story with his college golf coach, Frank Darby. Frank was Coach of the St. Johns University golf team and recruited Keegan to play there.
Ann previews the Ryder Cup, the home course advantage that Bethpage Black gives Ryder Cup USA; downplays what many are expecting to be a 'hostile' crowd in NY; the leadership qualities of both Captains; and Scottie Scheffler, world # 1 needing a strong Ryder Cup performance after going 0-2-2 at Marco Simone in 2023.
Ann visits with Don Rea, President of the PGA of America, about the upcoming 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, the PGA itself, and his own story about becoming a PGA member in his early thirties.
Ann talks with veteran sports writer Hank Gola, author of 'Ryder Cup Rivals: The Fiercest Battles for Golf's Holy Grail,' and Ann visits with Don Rea, President, PGA of America, on the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, the PGA itself, and Don's own story of becoming a PGA member in his early thirties.
Ann talks about various 'Ryder Cups' with veteran sportswriter Hank Gola, author of 'Ryder Cup Rivals: the Fiercest Battles for Golf's Holy Grail.'
Ann talks with Bill Byrne, Sr. VP, Global Sales, Aer Lingus, about Ireland's growth in golf tourism, industry and culinary in the past 20 years and what Aer Lingus Airlines has to offer to and from the U.S. to Ireland. Ann talks with Hank Gola, author of 'Ryder Cup Rivals, the Fierest Battle for Golf's Holy Grail,' as we reminesce about the various Ryder Cups we've covered.
Ann talks with Steve Flink, Hall of Fame tennis journalist, about the 'Big Three' Rivalry in men's tennis, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic, and the Chris Evert - Martina Navratilova on-court rivalry and off-court, long-time friendship.
Ann shares a conversation she had with sisters Phung, Amelie and Alexa, extraordinary teenagers from Forest Hills, N.Y., who excel on and off the golf course; and with Steve Flink, Hall of Fame tennis journalist, about the 'Big Three' Rivalry in men's tennis, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic, and the Chris Evert - Martina Navratilova on-court rivalry and off-court, long-time friendship.
Ann visits with Randy Walker, Publisher, New Chapter Media, writer/editor, WorldTennisMag.com, on the 2025 U.S. Open Tennis Championship, and the USTA dedicating this Tennis Championship to Althea Gibson, and Randy's re-release of Althea's autobiography, 'Althea Gibson: I Always Wanted to be Somebody.' Ann shares an interview she did with New Jersey's own Megha Ganne, who won the 2025 U.S. Women's Amateur title at Bandon Dunes.
Ann shares her conversation with Megha Ganne, winner of the U.S. Women's Amateur, how she got through the grueling week of competition, how she balances golf, studies, and her social life at Stanford, her wish to turn pro after she graduates from Stanford and more.
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