Keith Hirshland, TV Producer and Author - Afterhours

Keith Hirschland, a pivotal figure in the history of the Golf Channel, joins JT to celebrate the network's 30-year anniversary and share behind-the-scenes stories from its early days. The conversation delves into the challenges and triumphs of launching a dedicated golf network, including humorous anecdotes about live broadcasts and the colorful personalities that shaped the channel's identity. Hirschland reflects on the impact of Tiger Woods on the sport and the channel's popularity, revealing how the excitement surrounding his debut transformed golf broadcasting. As they discuss the current state of the Golf Channel, Hirschland expresses a longing for more live tournament coverage and the essence of what originally captivated golf fans. The episode also touches on Hirschland's transition to producing for LIV Golf and the exciting future of the sport on new platforms.Links referenced in this episode:keithhirschland.comCompanies mentioned in this episode: Painted Hills Natural Beef Golf Channel ESPN NASCAR Nike Korn Ferry Tour LPGA Tour Fox Sports This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy