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MUSINGS ON GOLF
by Musings on Golf
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.
Episodes
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S2026 Ep239: Chandler Withington, PGA: The Art of the Game Through Archive 22
It isn't everyday that a PGA Golf Professional walks away from a great job at club that has hosted a Ryder Cup, PGA Championship and U.S. Open. For Chandler Withington, it was a personal decision that has led to the launch of a successful second career that is making a lot of golf fans very happy...
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S2026 Ep238: Joe LaCava: From Tiger Woods and Fred Couples to the Family of the Year
It has been a remarkable journey "on the bag" for two notable winners of the Masters, and for Joe LaCava it has always been about his own family. Hear from Joe as he talks Tiger Woods, Fred Couples, and being honored on October 6 as the Family of the Year by the Metropolitan Golf Writers...
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S2026 Ep237: Gary Belsky: The Transformative Nature of "Solo Golf"
In his new book, "Solo Golf: The Zen of Playing Alone and How It Can Transform Your Game," Gary Belsky talks about distilling golf to its essence, and divides this fascinating read into three sections -- The Mystical, The Experimental, and The Practical. It may be a little book in size, but "Solo...
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S2026 Ep236: Bob Toski: The Elegant Mouse Turns 100
His long life has been filled with one great golf story after another, and Bob Toski brings the goods during the week of his 100th birthday. Join Bob on a century-long journey from his boyhood home in Massachusetts with no indoor plumbing to winning five times on the PGA Tour to leading the…
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S2026 Ep235: Adam Thielen: Thriving on Competition, from the NFL Gridiron to the Golf Irons to ESPN
The defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots are set to kick off the '26 NFL season this week on NBC Sports, and "Musings on Golf" has a big catch with a special guest who knows the game intimately and who can flash his skills on the fairways and greens. Over 13...
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S2026 Ep234: Nathan Smith: Captain America Shoots for Back-to-Back Walker Cup Triumphs
Much like Scottie Scheffler once again displayed his dominance of the PGA TOUR on Sunday by winning the Tour Championship, Nathan Smith looks to add to the United States' control of the Walker Cup this weekend in Ireland. Hear from Scottie as to what fuels his inner drive and find out about…
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S2026 Ep233: Mike Purkey: Making His Case for "The Immortals of American Golf"
How do we mere mortals properly judge those who have risen above us? Well, Mike Purkey (GOLF Magazine and Global Golf Post) has established himself as one of golf's most talented writers, so he has the credentials to compile such a list. The result is his terrific new book, "The Immortals of...
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S2026 Ep232: George Peper: Presenting "The Best Logos in Golf"
As the great golf writer, George Peper, notes early on in his newest effort: "Bottom line: logos have become the most talked about—and least explored—element of modern golf. Thus, this book." And what a book it is. "The Best Logos in Golf" is a visual and cultural exploration of the logos that…
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S2026 Ep231: Vince Cellini: Remembering His Big Break, and The King, at Golf Channel
When your first interview at Golf Channel is with Arnold Palmer, you better be on your game. For Vince Cellini, it was yet another test that he passed in an award-winning career that has seen him cover 10 NFL Super Bowls, eight NBA Finals, and four MLB World Series. Versatility at the highest of...
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S2026 Ep230: Pat Bradley: A World Golf Hall of Fame Story of Determination, Family, and Legacy, from a Proud Massachusetts Native
She won 31 times on the LPGA Tour, including six major championships. She was the third woman to complete the LPGA career Grand Slam (nearly winning all four majors in the same year), she played on three U.S. Solheim Cup Teams and captained the U.S. Team in 2000. And this week, Pat Bradley tees…
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S2026 Ep229: Notah Begay III: Honored with the Payne Stewart Award presented by Southern Company
He is the only full-blooded American Indian to ever play on the PGA TOUR, and he won four times, all within a span of nine months. And while back injuries derailed the playing career of Notah Begay III, they hardly kept him from the much larger role he continues to play in the lives of so many...
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S2026 Ep228: Rich Poggi: Reviewing His "Fairways and Greens: A Novel," and Recapping The Open at Royal Birkdale
As we look back at Ryan Fox's victory at The Open here on "Musings on Golf," we encourage you to look ahead and purchase a terrific book, "Fairways and Greens: A Novel," by Rich Poggi. "Foxy" wasted no time in sealing his first major title, while the storylines abounded last week, with the drama...
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S2026 Ep227: Jim Kaat: Celebrating the MLB All-Star Game and Previewing the Open Championship
Many great baseball players have also found considerable success playing golf, but only Jim Kaat has a unique distinction in golf that goes far beyond anything that any other baseball player (or anyone) has ever accomplished. Jim's 283 career wins earned him election to the National Baseball Hall...
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S2026 Ep226: Brian Urlacher: The Chicago Bears' Great Readies for the American Century Championship
It is the Major Championship for celebrity golfers, and NFL great Brian Urlacher is getting his game in shape for the American Century Championship this weekend at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course in Nevada. Join the University of New Mexico legend for a terrific talk about his playing days at Soldier...
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S2026 Ep225: Rick Horrow: The Sports Professor on the Business of Sports in the U.S. and Beyond
As we celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States of America, with the biggest sporting event in the world on our shores right now, we are joined by Rick Horrow, "The Sports Professor." Rick, a Harvard Law School graduate. is a pioneer in the business of sports. With his fast-paced style,...
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S2026 Ep224: Mark Cannizzaro: The New York Post Golf Writer Recaps a Tarnished 126th U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills
Talk about a tough crowd! They don't come too much harsher than the galleries that Wyndham Clark had to endure in winning his second U.S. Open, on Long Island. Yes, Clark made a terrible mistake at Oakmont last year, but he has owned up to it and he proved how resilient he is in holding off…
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S2026 Ep223: John Bodenhamer: The USGA's Set-Up Man for the 126th U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills
John Bodenhamer, who was a member of BYU's first championship team in any sport, knows what it means to succeed at the highest levels of golf. Join John for this comprehensive preview of the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, the only club to host our national championship in three different…
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S2026 Ep222: Adam Schriber, PGA: Believing in J.J. Spaun
Adam Schriber is one of Golf Digest's 50 Best Teachers in America, a GOLF Magazine Top 100 Teacher, and a two-time Michigan PGA Section Teacher of the Year. For reigning U.S. Open Champion J.J. Spaun, Adam is more than his swing coach -- he is the one who instills belief and positive thoughts for...
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S2026 Ep221: Fred Funk: What a Story!
Fred Funk was cut from his college golf team at the University of Maryland, yet ultimately returned to coach at that same school. He was an older rookie on the PGA Tour, and he went on to capture the Tour's marquee event as its oldest winner. Hardly long off the tee, he led the Tour in driving...
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S2026 Ep220: Bobby Clampett: The Thinking Behind Impact Zone Golf
Yes, he won on the PGA Tour after an extraordinary career at BYU. He also was behind the mic for CBS Sports for nearly 30 years. Yet, his passion for impact-based teaching is what truly drives Bobby Clampett, the founder of Impact Zone Golf. Join Bobby as he talks about the profound influence…
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S2026 Ep219: Rex Hoggard: From the Marines to Golf Channel, and Recapping the 108th PGA Championship
He has covered a quarter century worth of PGA Championships and more than 100 major golf championships in all. From serving our country to providing great perspectives about our game on Golf Channel, Rex Hoggard shares plenty of terrific stories as we recap the 108th PGA Championship. Plus, so…
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S2026 Ep218: Sara Bush, PGA: A Leader at Folds of Honor, Enriching Lives Through Golf
PGA of America Professional Sara Bush has had several roles in golf, but none is more important than her current responsibilities as the Director of Golf Relations at Folds of Honor. Join Sara as she offers personal remarks about Patriot Golf Days and Folds of Honor, then as she talks about how…
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S2026 Ep217: Jeff Kiddie, PGA: The Inside Story on Aronimink Golf Club and the '26 PGA Championship
Rory McIlroy seeks his second straight major title of 2026 while Scottie Scheffler aims to raise the Wanamaker Trophy for the second consecutive year as the 108th PGA Championship tees off Thursday at Aronimink Golf Club outside of Philadelphia. And who better to talk about the challenges that...
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S2026 Ep216: Jan Stephenson: The LPGA's Ultimate Game Changer
Her 16 LPGA victories, including three major championships, earned Jan Stephenson induction to the World Golf Hall of Fame, Class of 2019. She was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia, for service to golf and to not-for-profit organizations. She was also awarded recognition by the Military...
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S2026 Ep215: So, who is better ... Tiger Woods or Jack Nicklaus?
Bob Harig, senior golf writer for Sports Illustrated, delves deep into their records, rivalries, and the context of their illustrious careers to help you decide, in his fabulous new book, "Tiger v. Jack: Golf's Great Debate." Hear from Bob as he provides strong cases for both legendary figures…
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S2026 Ep214: Robert Gamez: Remembering Golf's Greatest Walk-off Shot
He won three times on the PGA Tour, with his second victory pulsated by one of golf's most dramatic shots. Join Robert Gamez on a stroll down memory lane that never gets old -- unless you're Greg Norman -- as he fondly recalls the 176-yard shot that bounced into the hole for an eagle 2 on the…
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S2026 Ep213: Bill Fields: Recapping Rory McIlroy's Win at the Masters, and Getting in "A Quick Nine Before Dark"
Rory McIlroy delivered yet another historical triumph on Sunday at the Masters, joining Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus and Nick Faldo as the only back-to-back winners of the most prestigious event in golf. Join acclaimed golf writer Bill Fields, who just covered his 41st Masters, as he talks about...
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S2026 Ep212: Alan Shipnuck: The Whole Book About Rory McIlroy As We Preview The Masters
Masters week 2026 is underway, and as Rory McIlroy prepares to defend the title that catapulted him into the history books, a new book is out that covers the life to date of the most interesting figure in competitive golf today. As we celebrate the great game of golf this week, join the...
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S2026 Ep211: Russ Holden, PGA: Giving Back, Through the Warriors Journey Golf
There is no other sport where more people help others than golf. In this powerful interview, PGA of America Professional Russ Holden, the director of golf for The Warriors Journey, talks about how they welcome wounded warriors into a safe, encouraging community through golf, then stay with them...
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S2026 Ep210: Dave Kindred: From Muhammad Ali to Small-Town Girls Basketball, a Most Distinguished Sportswriting Career
The stories he wrote for Golf Digest from the 1990s through the turn of the 21st Century only begin to tell the extraordinary tale of Dave Kindred, one of America's greatest sportswriters. He is the recipient of the 2010 PGA of America Lifetime Achievement Award in Journalism and is a member of...
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S2026 Ep209: Mike Golic Sr.: Celebrating the Luck of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Happy St. Patrick's Day! Mike Golic loves golf, and he and his family love to use the game to help others. Golic, who spent 25 years at ESPN after nine years in the NFL, talks about why Notre Dame is so special to him and how the 5th Annual Golic Subpar Celebrity Golf Classic next month means so...
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S2026 Ep208: Kevin Hammer: The New USGA President Speaks Out
It has been a family affair in golf for Kevin Hammer, who has just begun a two-year term as USGA President. His Dad, Laurie, won a PGA Tour event with Ryder Cup Captain and PGA Champion Dave Stockton, then went on to a 40-year career as the PGA of America Head Professional at Delray Dunes Golf…
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S2025 Ep207: Joel Zuckerman: Gratitude Tiger
Joel Zuckerman has written 10 books, including ones about PGA of America Professionals and the legendary course designer, Pete Dye. In his new book, "Gratitude Tiger," Joel talks about how he has expressed his feelings in a unique way, by writing more than 300 Letters of Gratitude. In addition to...
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S2025 Ep206: Joe Pavelski: Talking NHL, Olympic Gold and the American Century Golf Championship
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...
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S2025 Ep205: John Smoltz: Catching the Eye of Tiger Woods
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...
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S2025 Ep204: Bill Pelham: The Great Golf Tales in "Burke and Demaret"
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...
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S2025 Ep203: Mike Eruzione: From Blue-Collar Kid to "Miracle on Ice" U.S. Olympics Hockey Captain
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…
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S2025 Ep202: Cooper Manning: It's all in the Family with Peyton and Eli's Older Brother
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...
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S2025 Ep201: Michael Wilbon: How Golf Changed the Life of the Co-host of ESPN's "Pardon the Interruption"
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...
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S2025 Ep200: Annika Sorenstam: An Amazing Life in Golf
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…
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S2025 Ep199: Brian Mitchell: Many Happy Returns
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...
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S2025 Ep198: Dr. Bob Rotella - Golf's Pre-Eminent Psychologist (Encore)
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...
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S2025 Ep197: Duke Butler: A Date to Remember
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...
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S2025 Ep196: Brendon de Jonge: From Zimbabwe to Wagyu Filet
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...
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S2025 Ep195: John Sabino: The Augusta Principles
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...
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S2025 Ep194: David Marr III: An Ode to His Father
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...
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S2025 Ep193: Dennis Walters and Wayne Warms, PGA: Giving Thanks
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…
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S2025 Ep192: Cameron Young: What A Year of Firsts!
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...
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S2025 Ep191: Billy Hurley III: Honoring Our Veterans
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...
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S2025 Ep190: Joe Bronson: The King and I, and So Much More
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…
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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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