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MUSINGS ON GOLF
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The biggest names, and best storytellers, from the world of golf can be found each week on "Musings on Golf." Please join Kelly Elbin, former PGA of America Communications Director, as he goes in-depth with our guests, who have plenty to share about their lives and accomplishments.
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Among the millions of Americans who celebrated after Jack Hughes scored the Winter Olympics gold-medal-winning goal in hockey was Joe Pavelski, whose current prowess as a golfer is only bettered by his 18 seasons in the National Hockey League.Joe was a member of the 2010 U.S. Olympic Hockey Team that came up short to the Canadians in the gold medal game, so this triumph was especially sweet. Join Joe as he talks hockey at the highest level, and how he plans to defend his title at the American Century Championship on NBC Sports in July.
On the diamond, John Smoltz won 213 Major League games and saved 154 others and was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on his first ballot.On the links, he has impressed the very best in our game, with Tiger Woods saying that he is the best player Tiger has seen outside of the PGA TOUR. He's the lead analyst for Fox Sports coverage of Major League Baseball, and can he ever talk baseball and golf.Step up to the plate, and get ready for Smoltzie, on "Musings on Golf."
He worked for two of our game's great players for five years, and Bill Pelham's wonderful read, "Burke and Demaret: The Wit and Wisdom of Golf's Most Colorful Duo," is a tribute to the men who created Champions Golf Club outside of Houston. Some of the stories that were legendary around the club are now told through this fun and poignant book. Pelham went on to play in five major championships and credits his time at Champions for making him the player he ultimately became. Bob Hope, Bing Crosby, Mickey Rooney, Joe DiMaggio, Yogi Berra, and Willie Mays. They're all mentioned in the book, as are Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods.What a great read about two men who left their marks on the course -- five major championship titles between them -- and through Champions Golf Club, their legacy that continues to thrive today.
The gold medal earned by the 1980 U.S. Olympic men's hockey team was truly the "Miracle on Ice," and at the center of it was the Captain, Mike Eruzione. Join Mike for heartwarming stories about the role that family plays in his life, what he thinks about the upcoming Winter Games in Italy, and how he has so many aces!From the ice to the links, it's time to tee it up with a true American sports hero, Mike Eruzione!
Golf is a family gathering place for Cooper Manning, who talks about teeing it up with his famous younger "quarterbacking" brothers Peyton and Eli, and his Dad, Archie, plus how his son, Arch, is preparing for his next season at the The University of Texas at Austin.In addition to his humorous bits on Fox Sports "The Manning Hour," Coop also discusses his hilarious new SiriusXM Radio golf podcast, "We Need a Fourth," with former ESPN anchor Kenny Mayne and Brian Baumgartner of "The Office" fame.As a bonus, we hear from Scottie Scheffler after his 20th PGA TOUR victory at The American Express, and listen in on Brooks Koepka as he eagerly awaits returning to the PGA TOUR at the Farmers Insurance Open.
He didn't start playing golf until he was 37, and has the game ever impacted who Michael Wilbon of ESPN has met, where he has traveled, and how he lives his life.Join Michael on a delicious, story-filled journey that includes playing golf with a U.S. President, on-course trash talking with Tony Kornheiser, his co-host on "Pardon the Interruption," and watching his son blow by the old man off the tee.Please enjoy this terrific interview with ESPN's Michael Wilbon and discover how golf has truly changed his life.
She was once so shy as a junior golfer about speaking in public that she intentionally three-putted so as not to win. All Annika Sorenstam did was shake off the nerves and proceed to having one of the greatest careers in LPGA history, carving out a remarkable run all the way to the World Golf Hall of Fame.Along with my special co-host, 1989 Open Champion Mark Calcavecchia, join Annika as she talks about the joy of playing golf with her son in the PNC Championship and her commitment to the Foundation that bears her name and is helping to develop, empower and advance young women around the world through golf and in life.
As the NFL Playoffs begin this weekend, kick it off right here with fabulous insights and stories from Brian Mitchell, one of the greatest special-teams performers in league history. Find out who BMitch thinks will win Super Bowl 60, and why the 103 rounds of golf he played last year were on the low side for him.Get in the return mode with Brian Mitchell, here on "Musings on Golf."
As we close out a year filled with incredible guests -- Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player among others -- we're proud to once again present this popular episode with Dr. Bob Rotella, golf's pre-eminent psychologist.
Dr. Bob continues to get into the mind of elite golfers such as Rory McIlroy and help them achieve greater success in their careers.
Find out how Dr. Bob gets the best in the game to clear their thoughts, and how he might help your mental approach as you look to improve in 2026 and beyond.
April 23, 1962. Find out why that date set Duke Butler on the path that led him to being involved in the business operations of the PGA Tour for 40 years. A member of the Texas Golf Hall of Fame, Duke ran the Houston Open for 14 years.
Hear great stories from Duke about Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player, and what he has to say about the future of the Ryder Cup and PGA Tour.
Right now, on "Musings on Golf."
He came close to winning in more than 300 starts on the PGA Tour, and now Brendon de Jonge is feasting as a member of the golf media.
Join Brendon for a lively discussion about growing up in Zimbabwe, playing college golf at Virginia Tech, and teaming with Ernie Els four times in the Presidents Cup.
Plus, why his new show with fellow Hokie, Johnson Wagner, sounds so delicious!
What if you could take some of the best practices, the ways by which Augusta National Golf Club has grown the Masters Tournament into one of the premier sporting events in the world, and successfully apply them to YOUR business?In his terrific new book, "The Augusta Principles: Timeless Business Lessons from the World's Premier Golf Club," author John Sabino sets out to help you do just that.Join John as he discusses the 10 "Principles" from the Masters that just might help you improve your business ... and maybe, your life.
Great storytelling is what makes for a great guest on "Musings on Golf," and with David Marr III, we hit the jackpot.
Join David on a sweet stroll down golf's memory lane. He talks lovingly about his Dad, Dave Marr Jr., who won the 1965 PGA Championship, captained the 1981 U.S. Ryder Cup Team and was part of ABC Sports' iconic golf coverage for two decades.
There is plenty, too, about Arnold Palmer, Claude Harmon, and why PGA Professionals are the backbone of the game. From Golf Channel to SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio to "Musings on Golf," David delivers with an abundance of stories that you will relish!
In one of the many accounts that have been written about Dennis Walters' remarkable life, his great friend, PGA of America Professional Wayne Warms, says that Dennis's "is the greatest story in the history of golf."
Discover why that is true in this special Thanksgiving episode with two Jersey boys who have been friends for more than 60 years. From the lowest of lows to his induction into the World Golf Hall of Fame and now the PGA Hall of Fame, the story of Dennis Walters is beyond compare.
With more than 3,500 trick-shot shows and a message about dreams that continues to resonate, Dennis delivers once again, on "Musings on Golf."
He won for the first time on the PGA TOUR. He made the Ryder Cup USA Team for the first time, in his home state of New York, no less. Then, he finished, you guessed it, first in points among the 12 Americans at Bethpage Black.
What a breakthrough year it was for Cameron Young, who reflects on why it happened and what it was like to play, and win, on golf's greatest stage.
Be the "first" to check out what young Mr. Young has to say about a most memorable 2025!
His lone PGA TOUR victory appropriately came at an event honoring our military, and Billy Hurley III continues today to help military families through his Foundation.
Join Billy for this special Veterans Day episode, as he talks about his years at the United States Naval Academy, and which three Veterans would round out his dream foursome. He's the only graduate of a U.S. Military Service Academy to win on the PGA TOUR, and we salute Lieutenant Hurley on "Musings on Golf."
He's a business executive with a passion for golf -- he's played 93 of the top 100 courses in the U.S. -- and a new book that is absolutely terrific. "PARdon Me: 50 Years of Golf, One Hole at a Time," is Joe Bronson's third book, and this one is packed with stories about Arnie, family, his 18 most challenging holes, and even, yes, 18 that NEVER should have been designed.
Get this book, and get ready for a great read, thanks to Joe!
What an incredible interview this is with the legendary Gary Player, who celebrates his 90th birthday on November 1. From the challenges of his youth in South Africa to a touching letter from his great friend, Jack Nicklaus, to the philanthropy that drives him today, you will hear it all in this special episode.
A remarkable life. An amazing man. Gary Player at 90, and still going strong.
Eleven times he entered the winner's circle on the PGA TOUR, and 10 times he won on PGA TOUR Champions. His stellar resume also includes a U.S. Amateur title, an NCAA Team Championship at his beloved The Ohio State University, and a spot on the last U.S. Ryder Cup Team to win on foreign soil.
Join John Cook as he shares stories about his journey in golf -- how the great Ken Venturi helped shape John into the outstanding player he was, and how his Dad, Jim, mentored him into the man he is today as an analyst for Golf Channel.
Gobble up the treats from "Cookie," on a frightfully good "Musings on Golf."
Over his 10 1/2 seasons in Major League Baseball, Tommy Hutton played for both the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays, the two teams who will square off in the World Series starting on Thursday.
Join Tommy for plenty of baseball talk -- 2026 will be his 43rd year broadcasting the sport -- and lively banter about his golf game, as he gets you set for the Fall Classic and mixes in some great stories about Tommy Lasorda, Tom Seaver and even the great television talk-show host, Mike Douglas.
Play ball, World Series style, with Tommy Hutton!























