Golf Talk Live

Welcome to the Season 12 Finale of Golf Talk Live! Joining me on a special Coaches Corner Panel: Jon Decker, Pete Buchanan, John Hughes & Clint Wright. Plus, later I speak with featured guest: Alex Prasad, CEO of V1 Sports. More on this week's guest: Alex is an entrepreneur and seasoned business attorney with a unique blend of legal acumen and hands-on operational experience. With a decade of expertise in early-stage company and M&A law, Alex has transitioned from leading a sports television production crew, to practicing corporate law to now serving as the CEO of V1 Sports. He’s a graduate of the University of Michigan (Go Blue!) and Notre Dame Law School. Join LIVE Thursdays from 6:00 - 8:00PM Central or listen on these social media platforms: iTunes , Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive & Spotify. The archive episodes are available at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965

Welcome to Season 12 of Golf Talk Live! Joining me on this week's Coaches Corner Panel: John Hughes & Pete Buchanan. Then later in the broadcast I speak with featured guest: Russell Kirk, Golf Course Photographer. The Atlanta based Kirk works closely with many of the top golf course designers, courses and resorts to capture images reflecting the beauty and subtle nuances of the world’s most coveted courses. “Photography and golf enable me to travel the world seeing courses and places that I might never have seen”, says Kirk. “No matter how long I photograph golf courses, the beauty and the allure of the courses will never be lost on me. I constantly look for the moment.” Kirk’s portfolio includes images from courses in 35 states and a total of 320 courses around the world. Join me LIVE Thursdays from 6:00 - 8:00PM Central http://www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive or listen on these social media platforms: iTunes , Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive & Spotify.

Welcome to Season 12 of Golf Talk Live! Joining me on this week's Coaches Corner Panel: Jon Decker & Brian Dobbie. Then later in the broadcast I speak with featured guest: Paul Guzman - VP Marketing & Distribution at BATCADDY. Paul is currently the VP of Marketing & Distribution at BATCADDY. He joined BATCADDY first as Manager, Customer Service & Logistics West Coast in April 2018 and was promoted to Managing Director West Coast in June 2018. In August 2020 he took on the additional role of managing the Corporate Marketing & Distribution function. Over the last 25 years he has worked in every facet of sales and customer service including12 years as General Manager in the Home Services/Plumbing industry where he was involved directly with customers on a daily basis, and also directly responsible for creating customer service and retention programs to ensure continued growth and profitability. Join me LIVE Thursdays from 6:00 - 8:00PM Central http://www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive or listen on these social media platforms: iTunes , Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive & Spotify.

Welcome to Season 12 of Golf Talk Live! I'm excited to welcome this Thursday evening special guest: Bob Forman, Golf Fitness Professional. Bob is the former Director of Fitness and Wellness for Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, Maryland. He is internationally known as a leader in the field of golf fitness and his programs have been recognized three years in a row (2021, 2022 and 2023) by the Golf Fitness Association of America. Bob holds a Master of Science degree in Exercise Physiology and is a certified Golf Fitness Instructor through the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI). He also is a Certified Personal Trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine. In addition, he holds Certifications in Applied Functional Science and as a Functional Golf Specialist through the Gray Institute. Having worked in the fitness and wellness field for over 40 years, Bob brings to the table a passion for the game of golf and a genuine desire to help golfers play better, healthier golf. This unique combination sets him apart and has afforded him a wealth of hands-on experience that he relies upon when working with golfers to improve their game. Bob has worked with golfers of all skill levels and ages from junior golfers up through and including tour players.His book, Functional Golf Fitness Training, has been called "by far the best" and is a favorite among golfers, teaching professionals and coaches. He’s been featured in GOLFWEEK, the Maryland and Carolinas Golf Association magazines and frequently appears on golf talk radio shows. Bob also enjoys traveling around the country and offering his Golf Fitness Clinic, an interactive journey into the physicality of the golf swing. Join us LIVE every Thursday from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Central on http://www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive or tune in on iTunes, Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive & Spotify.

Welcome to Season 12 of Golf Talk Live! This week on Coaches Corner, I am joined by John Hughes & Clint Wright. Later in the show, I speak with special guest, Taba Dale, Author & Owner of Taba Inc. Taba's journey into golf, with no prior exposure, led her to discover a profound connection with nature on the course, igniting her passion for the game. Her transition from writing short stories to publishing books showcases her dedication to sharing her love for golf. As the first woman board member of the Golf Heritage Society, Taba's contributions have not only been published in The Golf journal but have also connected her with fellow golf enthusiasts, fostering a shared passion for the sport. Join us LIVE every Thursday from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Central on http://www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive or tune in on iTunes, Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive & Spotify.

Welcome to Season 12 of Golf Talk Live! This Wednesday evening, we have two exceptional guests joining us for a special encore presentation, Jon Decker & Clark Kellogg. Here's more about this week's guests. Jon Decker, Director of Instruction at Medallion Club in Ohio, and Senior Editor at Golf Tips Magazine. Not only a Top 25 Instructor, but also the 2015 Southern Ohio Teacher of the Year. Author of "Golf Is My Life" and recently released "Fairways to Heaven". Available for public speaking engagements. Clark Kellogg, the lead college basketball analyst for CBS Sports. A former NBA player for the Indiana Pacers, drafted 8th overall in 1982. NBA All-Rookie Team member known for his impressive rookie stats. Although faced with knee problems, Kellogg left a mark in NBA history. Tune in Thursday's from 6-8 PM Central on http://www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive or listen on platforms like iTunes, Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive, & Spotify. Don't miss out on an engaging conversation with our special guests!

Welcome to Season 12 of Golf Talk Live! Excited to have special guests Colin & Nadia O'Connor, Co-founders of Coconads, joining me this week. Here's more about their journey. In August 2016, Nadia and Colin's journey began in San Francisco when Nadia sold Colin a music festival ticket through craigslist. Their first date in January 2017, snowboarding in Tahoe for a weekend, was the beginning of their inseparable bond. Fast forward to March 2022, on St. Patrick's Day, they eloped in Las Vegas, skipping a lavish wedding to kickstart Coconads, a women's golf brand they founded in November 2020. Don't miss the live broadcast this Thursday from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Central at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive or catch the episode on various platforms like iTunes, Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive, & Spotify. Join us for an engaging conversation on Golf Talk Live!

Welcome to Season 12 of Golf Talk Live! Join us this week as we explore an exciting lineup on Coaches Corner with Clint Wright, Jim Endicott & Sue Wieger. Later, we'll have a chat with tonight's featured guest: Bill Robertson, President/Executive Director of Golf Heritage Society. Bill has been involved with GHS since the late 80s and officially since 2018, bringing a wealth of experience from his extensive career in consumer-related businesses. Bill's diverse background includes owning and operating retail businesses in the clothing and home furnishing industry, as well as serving as an independent sales representative and marketing executive for clothing manufacturers. When he's not working, Bill enjoys golf, cooking, traveling, and exploring new places off the beaten path. Tune in for the live broadcast this Thursday from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Central at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive, or catch the episode on iTunes, Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive, & Spotify. Join us for this engaging conversation with Bill Robertson on Golf Talk Live!

Welcome to Season 12 of Golf Talk Live! This week, we are excited once again to have two exceptional guests lined up! Joining us is Joshua Jacobs, the CEO of College Golf Experience, and John Sjoberg, the Head Coach of Emory University Men's Golf Team. Joshua's impressive journey includes founding TGA Premier Junior Golf in 2003, the first junior golf program to incorporate STEM components. He was named one of the Top 40 most influential people in golf under 40 by Golf Magazine and Sports Illustrated. Joshua's dedication to youth development led to creating the TGA Sports Foundation and establishing partnerships with organizations like the United States Tennis Association. John Sjoberg, leading the Emory University Men's Golf Team since 2011, boasts an outstanding track record. Under his guidance, the Eagles clinched eight UAA Championships, with the latest victory in October 2023. His coaching staff's excellence was recognized with the UAA Coaching Staff of the Year award multiple times. Don't miss the engaging conversation with Joshua and John this Thursday from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Central. Tune in to the live broadcast at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive or catch the episode on various platforms like iTunes, Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive, & Spotify.

Welcome to Season 12 of Golf Talk Live! This week, we have two fantastic guests lined up for you! First up, we have Will Carswell, a 24-year golf industry veteran, and currently the Sales Director at Blue Tees Golf. Will has an impressive background working with companies like Yonex and Voice Caddie. Later in the show, we'll be chatting with Barry Goldstein, a renowned Professional Golf Instructor. Barry's journey from baseball to golf teaching is truly inspiring. His dedication to the sport has led him to be recognized as one of Americas Top 25 Instructors by Golf Tips Magazine. Join us for an engaging conversation with these two experts this Thursday from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Central. Don't miss out on the live broadcast at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive! You can also catch the episode on iTunes, Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive, & Spotify.

Welcome to Season 12 of Golf Talk Live! Join me this week as we dive into an exciting lineup on Coaches Corner with Clint Wright & Jamie Leno Zimron. Our travel feature, sponsored by Golfbreaks by PGA Tour features travel guest: Joshua Willis, VP of Operations at Sunriver Resort. Later, I have the pleasure of speaking with this week's featured guest: Will Carswell, Sales Director at Blue Tees Golf, a 24+ year industry veteran whose amassed work experience working at prominent businesses like Yonex and Voice Caddie. Don't miss the live broadcast this Thursday from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Central at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive, or catch us on iTunes, Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive, & Spotify.

Welcome to Season 12 of Golf Talk Live! Excited to welcome this week's panelists on Coaches Corner: Pete Buchanan & John Hughes. Later, I'm speaking with tonight's featured guests: Peggy Rhodes-White, Tiffany White & Dr. Gary Sailes from the Ted Rhodes Foundation. Peggy, daughter of golfing pioneer Ted Rhodes, founded the Ted Rhodes Foundation in 1994, a non-profit dedicated to his legacy. Tiffany, granddaughter of Ted Rhodes, is a multi-talented entrepreneur running various companies and serving as President of the Ted Rhodes Foundation. Dr. Gary Sailes, President of Indiana Sports Management, is a key member of the Ted Rhodes Foundation's advisory board. Join us every Thursday from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Central on www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive or find us on popular platforms like iTunes and Spotify. Don't miss out on insightful conversations with these industry leaders!

Welcome to Season 12 of Golf Talk Live! This week's lineup features Pete Buchanan, Clint Wright who join me on the Coaches Corner panel. Travel insights with Co-host/Travel Expert - Robert Kaufman and Travel Guest - Susan Havens. Plus this week's featured guest: Ryan Leahey - Sales Coordinator for North America at Duca Del Cosma. Ryan's journey in golf began at age three, leading to a top-ranked amateur status and a golf scholarship at Sacred Heart University. Transitioning to a pro, he refined his skills at prestigious clubs like The Lost Tree, The Bears Club, and The Piping Rock Club. Now blending player development with sales, Ryan's golf expertise shines at Duca del Cosma. Recently highlighted in PGA Magazine, he's truly making an impact in the industry. Tune in to our live show every Thursday from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Central on www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive or catch us on popular social media platforms like iTunes, Stitcher, Castbox, TalkStreamLive, and Spotify.

Welcome to Season 12 of Golf Talk Live! This week's lineup is packed with exciting guests and insights. Join us for Coaches Corner with Jon Decker and John Hughes, travel tips from Travel Expert Robert Kaufman & Colby Cowan, GM of Black Desert Resort Golf Course, and a chat with Geoff “Duffy” Solich, Tournament Chairman for the 2024 BMW Championship, along with Logan Byler, Evans Scholar Graduate. Geoff, a Colorado native, brings over 40 years of experience in the oil and gas industry to his role as Tournament Chairman for the 2024 BMW Championship. He is the President of Ponderosa Energy Holdings and an elected Trustee of the Western Golf Association & Evans Scholars Foundation. Discover more about his journey this Thursday! Logan, an Evans Scholar Graduate, shares his inspiring story of dedication and hard work. Coming from a family of educators in Denver, Logan's passion for golf and service led him to the Solich Leadership Academy and the Evans Scholarship. Tune in to learn about his journey and experiences at Castle Pines Golf Club. Don't miss our live show every Thursday from 6-8 PM Central on various platforms including www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive, iTunes, Stitcher, Castbox, TalkStreamLive, and Spotify.

Welcome to Season 12 of Golf Talk Live! This week, Ted is hosting an exciting episode with a stellar lineup! Joining Ted on the Coaches Corner Panel are Clint Wright and Pete Buchanan. Later, Ted will be chatting with Nancy Robitaille, Women's Golf Apparel Head Designer, and Josh Mark, Brand Manager for Swing Control. Nancy Robitaille brings over 19 years of design experience in the sports industry, having collaborated with renowned brands like Fila Golf Sportswear. Her forte lies in blending style with functionality by researching trends in golf apparel. Josh Mark, the Brand Manager for Swing Control since 2016, has been instrumental in expanding the line with new offerings like ladies' tops, dresses, outerwear, and a men’s collection. Don't miss this insightful episode of Golf Talk Live! Tune in LIVE on Thursdays from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Central at www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive or catch it on iTunes, Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive, and Spotify. Stay informed with the latest from the golf industry!

Welcome to Season 12 of Golf Talk Live! Excited to have a stellar lineup this week, including Jon Decker on Coaches Corner and travel insights from Robert Kaufman & Carol Chaplin. Later, we chat with Ryan Leahey - Sale Coordinator for North America at Duca Del Cosma. Ryan's journey in golf began at age three, evolving into a top-ranked amateur and a golf scholarship at Sacred Heart University. As a pro, he honed his skills at elite clubs like The Lost Tree, The Bears Club, and The Piping Rock Club. From player development to sales, Ryan now combines his golf expertise at Duca del Cosma. Recently featured in PGA Magazine, he's making waves in the industry. Don't miss our live show Thursdays, 6-8 PM Central on www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive. Tune in on iTunes, Stitcher, Castbox, TalkStreamLive, and Spotify.

Welcome to Season 12 of Golf Talk Live! This week, on Coaches Corner, we have the honor of featuring John Hughes. Later in the show, we'll be joined by tonight's special guest, Tim Chase, the founder and CEO of SMGB Technologies, and the brilliant mind behind the ScanMyGolfBall app. The ScanMyGolfBall app is a game-changer for golfers, allowing them to scan and identify the perfect golf ball for their game based on swing speed, flight path tendencies, trajectory, spin, and more. Tim's innovative app recommends specific golf ball models tailored to each player, enhancing their performance on the course. Before SMGB Technologies, Tim led WMS Partners, a distinguished wealth management firm overseeing $6 billion in assets for families nationwide. Tim's dedication extends beyond the business realm, offering mentorship to entrepreneurs, supporting non-profits like Penn-Mar Human Services, LifeBridge Health, and Carroll Hospital Center. Aside from his professional endeavors, Tim is a devoted family man and golf enthusiast, sharing his passion for the game with his growing family. Tune in live Thursdays from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Central at www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive to catch insightful discussions with industry experts like Tim! You can also listen to the show on iTunes, Stitcher, Castbox, TalkStreamLive and Spotify.

Welcome to Season 12 of Golf Talk Live! Excited to welcome this week's panelist Jim Endicott to Coaches Corner. Tonight's travel feature, sponsored by Golfbreaks by PGA Tour, includes Co-host and Travel Expert Robert Kaufman and David Bennett, GM at Cabot Citrus Farms. Later, I'll be chatting with Joanna Hernandez, Senior Manager at Caddie Academy & Scholarships, and Isabella Molina, Caddie Academy Participant. Join us live every Thursday from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Central at www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive or catch the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive, and Spotify.

Welcome to Season 12 of Golf Talk Live! Excited to have Barney Adams, CEO of Breakthrough Golf Technology, as this week's featured guest. Barney founded Adams Golf in 1988, specializing in custom fitted golf clubs and later achieving great success with Tight Lies Fairway Woods. Notably, Adams Golf was recognized as Manufacturing Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst & Young. Barney's contributions to the industry were honored with the Ernie Sabayrac Award from the PGA of America. Barney's passion for golf led him to create Breakthrough Golf Technology, addressing the lack of innovation in putter shafts with the groundbreaking Stability shaft. Then join me as I delve into Chapter 3 of my new book "Mastering the Green: A Comprehensive Guide to Golf," focusing on the basics of golfing. Tune in live every Thursday from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Central at www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive or catch the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive, and Spotify.

Join Ted this week on Golf Talk Live - Season 12 for an exciting travel segment sponsored by Golfbreak by PGA Tour. Ted's guests this week are Travel expert and Co-host Robert Kaufman and by Scott Resch, Founder of Asia Golf Trips. Later in the show, Terry Koehler - Chairman/Director of Innovation at Edison Golf - shares his expertise on recreational golfers. Koehler has spent over 30 years designing wedges and irons for recreational golfers, not just tour professionals. His patented "Koehler sole" combines high and low bounce into each wedge, making them versatile from any kind of lie and any swing path. If you've played with wedges or irons by Reid Lockhart®, EIDOLON®, SCOR™, or Ben Hogan® TK Wedges and Ft. Worth irons, you've experienced his work. Edison Golf insists on the highest quality components and workmanship, and custom-builds each wedge to order for every customer. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the best in the game! Tune in live on Thursdays from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Central at www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive or listen on iTunes, Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive, and Spotify.