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The Swing of It

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Ron Chopper, Hamish Brayshaw and Joel Innes try to figure out how to be good at golf. The Swing of It is recorded out of BC Studios built by grounded. building tomorrow, together. w: https://grounded.com.au/

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Episodes

  1. #84 - Skydiving Over Jack’s Point, The Red Rocket’s Retirement & A $1,000 Grudge Match

    The boys are back, and catching up after their trips. Reliving a terrifying skydive over Jack’s Point and the purest greens they’ve ever putted on. The Red Rocket gets replaced and Joel and Hammer bet on a $1,000 head to head off the stick!

  2. Which City Has The Best Golf in Australia? | The Swing of It

    Chop finally gets off the fence and gives his opinion on the best golf in Australia.

  3. Does This END the Melbourne Debate?! | The Swing of It

    Peter Finch blind ranks the Sandbelt Courses! A short snippet from The Swing of It!

  4. #83 - Peter Finch Joins the Pod, Blind Ranking the Sandbelt & A Moon Landing Debate...

    Joel and Chop are joined by English PGA pro and YouTube golf star Peter Finch at the tail end of their Melbourne and Tassie golf trip. Pete puts the sandbelt to the test with a blind top 10, shares his tips for planning a UK and Ireland golf trip, and Chopper takes a firm stance on the fence with...

  5. #82 - Behind the Camera with Peter Finch, Titleist HQ & Another Blind Top 10...

    Joel and Chop are coming to you “live” from King Island Lodge with special guest Kieran Mulhall, Peter Finch’s videographer, who lifts the lid on life behind the camera for one of golf’s biggest YouTubers. They relive getting fitted head to toe by Titleist, and Kieran puts his golf knowledge on…

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  6. #81 - Answering Your Questions, Golf Red Flags & Worst Training Aids...

    With Hammer still out of town, Chop and Joel answer all your questions, including who their best guest has been, the best post-round pub feeds and the most under-appreciated golf courses! NEW SWINGERS MERCH - backchat.shop SPECTATOR TICKET TO OUTTA BOUNDS EVENT:...

  7. Ranking the BEST Courses We Have Played | The Swing of It

    A short snippet from The Swing of It! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox @golfboxau Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore. Family-run business operating for 30+ years. Home to the biggest brands and best golf equipment in the game. w: https://www.golfbox.com.au/ The Swing of It is…

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  8. #80 - Saturday's Crazy Finish, Joel's New Segment & Chop Needs Your Help...

    Hammer’s out of town after Saturday’s extraordinary result at Kwinana, leaving Chop and Joel to relive all the chaos. Joel puts his reputation on the line with another crack at blind ranking, plus the boys reveal an exciting event you can get involved in! SPECTATOR TICKET TO OUTTA BOUNDS EVENT…

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  9. #79 - The Nude Calendar, Blind Ranking Drivers & The Golf Grip Giveaway!

    The lead up to the Swingers Invitational is in full swing as Hammer returns to the course in a big way, Chopper blesses you all with another giveaway and Joel's questions a random returns in strong form! Varsity - Big screens, cold beers, big burgers. 9 locations across Perth.w:...

  10. #78 - Kangaroo Island Golf, Blind Ranking Golf Brands & Hammer’s Handicap Panic

    Chop & Joel are joined by Brad from Australian Golf Digest on Kangaroo Island, recapping their time at The Cliffs, blindly ranking golf’s biggest brands and check in with Hammer as his handicap bet with Joel starts to heat up.

  11. #77 - A Cuck from the Dead, The Swingers Winners Rings & The Greatest Shots in Golf

    The boys bring a new idea to life as Chopper puts Hammer to the test, ranking the greatest golf shots of all time, while a massive accusation is levelled at Joel. Varsity - Big screens, cold beers, big burgers. 9 locations across Perth. w: https://www.varsity.com.au/ Australia’s Greatest Golf...

  12. Ron Chopper Guesses Golfers' Handicaps... Part II | The Swing of It

    A short snippet from The Swing of It! Send your swing to [email protected] to get featured! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox @golfboxau Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore. Family-run business operating for 30+ years. Home to the biggest brands and best golf equipment in…

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  13. #76 - Joel's Massive Scandal, Ranking Swingers Swings & Golf Superstitions

    Joel opens the show with a scandalous revelation that has Hammer furious, the boys guess your handicaps, Chop ends the show with one of the poorest efforts you’ll ever see, and much more! GolfBox Ambrose Shootout 2026 link - https://www.golfbox.com.au/golfbox-ambrose-shootout-2026 Varsity - Big...

  14. SHORT GAME | Where are Perth's Cheapest Courses?

    A short snippet from The Swing of It! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox @golfboxau Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore. Family-run business operating for 30+ years. Home to the biggest brands and best golf equipment in the game. w: https://www.golfbox.com.au/ The Swing of It is…

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  15. #75 - Hole In One or Albatross? The Return of Butcher Chat & 100,000 Subs!

    In a special edition of the show, Hammer, Chop and Joel present the most structured episode of The Swing of It EVER! All the usual discussion points are covered, including a mass debate between Ron and Joel, some intel on green fees, and the return of BUTCHER CHAT! Varsity - Big screens, cold...

  16. SHORT GAME | Ron Chopper Guesses Golfers' Handicaps!

    A short snippet from The Swing of It! Send your swing to [email protected] to get featured! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox @golfboxau Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore. Family-run business operating for 30+ years. Home to the biggest brands and best golf equipment in…

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  17. #74 - Pink Ball Controversy, Golf Etiquette & Straughanie the Phony?

    Chop brings damning footage to the show that highlights why Joel might be in trouble with his handicap bet with Hammer, while the boys discuss golf etiquette and judge your swings! Varsity - Big screens, cold beers, big burgers. 9 locations across Perth.w: https://www.varsity.com.au/Australia’s...

  18. #73 - Golf Cheats, Top Golfing Destinations & Cheapest Golf Gear...

    The boys discuss a golf cheating scandal engulfing the wider community, provide a new avenue for Swingers and Punters to get involved, while Hammer and Joel shake hands on a bet with massive ramifications... Talbot Golf Club email: [email protected] Varsity - Big screens, cold beers, big...

  19. SHORT GAME | The best golf set on the market?

    Chop takes the boys through the most premium golf set you could by from our good friends at GolfBox. A short snippet from The Swing of It! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore. Family-run business...

  20. #72 - The End of LIV? Chopper Gets Mugged & The Most Expensive Display Set Ever

    Ron and Joel return from the UK having lived every golfer's dream, Hammer labels the Invitational reserves with a new nickname and Chop reveals how he was MUGGED. Varsity - Big screens, cold beers, big burgers. 9 locations across Perth.w: https://www.varsity.com.au/Australia’s Greatest Golf...

  21. What would a new golf course in Perth look like?

    A special guest episode of The Swing of It! Joel sits down with City of Cockburn councillor Tarun Dewan to discuss what a golf club in the City could have looked like. The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox @golfboxau Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore. Family-run business operating for…

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  22. #71 - Straight from St Andrews

    Fresh off a round at one of the world’s most iconic courses, Chop, Joel and Gravy discuss their UK tour so far, dissecting every drive, bunker and putt. Varsity - Big screens, cold beers, big burgers. 9 locations across Perth. w: https://www.varsity.com.au/ Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore....

  23. #70 - Best Dinosaur Caddy, Golf Hot Takes & Swingers Reserves

    With Joel and Chop in the UK, Hammer goes solo to answer your questions, give updates on the invitational & chat Dinosaur caddy’s, Golf hot takes & makes his predictions on how the boys’ golf will go on their trip. The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built…

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  24. What is happening to Kwinana Golf Club?

    A special guest episode of The Swing of It! Joel sits down with City of Kwinana CEO Wayne Jack to discuss the future of Kwinana Golf Club. The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore. Family-run business...

  25. #69 - The Open recap, the final swinger & high pressure situations

    The boys celebrate a very special milestone, recap The Open & chat golf's highest-pressure shots The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore. Family-run business operating for 30+ years. Home to the biggest...

  26. #68 - The Open Preview, Worst Golf Meltdowns & Understanding Golf Tech

    Gravy steps in for Hammer, although Hammer still manages to make an appearance! The boys preview The Open, while Chop brings some fun facts about golf's oldest major. The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Australia’s Greatest Golf…

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  27. #67 - Get the Gaff, Clicking at Balls & The Best Display Set Ever?

    Chop is back and he's got the gaff! Hammer retells an all-time listener hole-in-one story, and Joel breaks down how Australia's golf courses stack up across every state and territory. TICKETS TO VARSITY LIVE SHOW - https://bit.ly/4eem4U3 The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at...

  28. #66 - Golf Heart Attacks, Club Locals & Love Making on the Course

    Joel returns from Bali where he spots a wild Ron Chopper while Hammer responds to a now viral take from last week! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore. Family-run business operating for 30+ years. Home…

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  29. #65 - Pep's Big Day, Club Throws & Hammer's Ran out of Celebrities

    Hammer returns in-studio as Chop ventures elsewhere, the boys unpack the US Open, Pep's big moment, and whether private course memberships are really a good bang for buck. TICKETS TO VARSITY LIVE SHOW - https://bit.ly/4eem4U3 Varsity - Big screens, cold beers, big burgers. 9 locations across…

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  30. #64 - Golf Club Traditions, Hammer From Hospital & Joel's Questionable Questions...

    Hammer joins Joel and Chop post-surgery with concerns about the longevity of a new favourite segment, while Joel has a new hat with a story behind it, and Chop's got a box full of goodies for those starting their golf journey. TICKETS TO VARSITY LIVE SHOW - https://bit.ly/4eem4U3 Varsity - Big...

  31. #63 - Display Putters, Raking Bunkers & Joel’s Fear

    Chopper fires up over a fellow golfer's bad habits, Hammer unveils an exciting new segment, and Joel shares insights into a skill he's picked up. Varsity - Big screens, cold beers, big burgers. 9 locations across Perth. w: https://www.varsity.com.au/ Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore.…

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  32. #62 - Club fittings, Bullies Invitational & Golf Fights

    Joel brings one of the great hats of all time in, Ron makes a case for a niche sport that may or may not be cool & Hammer talks to one of Joel's bullying victims. Varsity - Big screens, cold beers, big burgers. 9 locations across Perth. w: https://www.varsity.com.au/ Australia’s Greatest Golf...

  33. SHORT GAME | This golf club has an INSANE waitlist

    Hammer tells the boys about the unbelievable waitlist to get in at Cottesloe Golf Club. A short snippet from The Swing of It! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore. Family-run business operating for 30+...

  34. Golf in Sydney, The CJ Cup & Invitational updates

    This week, the boys are all back talking golf trips, club waitlists, The CJ Cup, magnets & much more! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore. Family-run business operating for 30+ years. Home to the…

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  35. Golf trip destinations, Tips for long drives & Private vs Public Courses

    This week, Chop & Joel are in Sydney, Hammer speeds through your questions. Top golf trip destinations, best private courses in WA, tips for teaching new golfers, and much more! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Australia’s Greatest Golf...

  36. New Clubs, Chucking wobblys & PGA stats

    Hammer gets a new set of clubs and immediately books a round for the weekend and Ron brings some damn good PGA tour stats. Plus the boys talk Pro-Am golf, blind golf and Varsity 19th hole stories. The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded....

  37. SHORT GAME | There is no harder golf to play than this

    Chop & Hammer talk about the difficulty of Q School, and uncertainty of pro-am. A short snippet from The Swing of It! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore. Family-run business operating for 30+ years.…

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  38. Liv is gone, Golf bets & Game changing gear upgrades

    This week, Joel’s MIA, Chop & Hammer challenge each other to some golf wagers. They chat Liv’s defunding, when is the best time to join a club, is golf the hardest sport in the world? and much more! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded....

  39. Club dramas, magic bracelet & is golf better when you're a beginner?

    This week, Hammer’s game is improving by the power of magnets, Chop’s project player breaks 100, Joel’s run-in with an angry lady & much more! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore. Family-run business...

  40. Great golf courses, Windy balls & Boys trips

    Chop and Joel are back from Tasmania and oh boy do they have some stories. From best golf courses, windy golf & why Barnbugle may be the best course to play at, there’s plenty of good stuff going on here. The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by…

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  41. The Perfect Masters Breakdown & Bambougle Beauty

    The perfect masters breakdown from a surprise guest, Bambougle golf course and elite cooking tips with Joel. The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore. Family-run business operating for 30+ years. Home to the...

  42. SHORT GAME | World Record: Longest golf shot caught bare-handed

    Hammer, Joel & Ron plan how they would beat the world record for the longest golf shot hit by one person, spotted by another, and caught by another. A short snippet from The Swing of It! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Australia’s...

  43. Masters predictions, guttless golfers & painful drives

    This week, Chop, Hammer & Joel give their predictions for who'll win the 2026 Masters Tournament. Ron tells us about some gutless golfers, we hear about a drive gone wrong.. and much more! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Australia’s...

  44. Tiger Woods crash, iron fitting & inspirational wins

    This week, Chop, Joel & Hammer chat about Tiger Woods’ recent crash, Gary Woodland’s inspirational win at the Texas Children’s Houston Open, Joel had an irons fitting session & more swingers are locked in for the invitational! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat...

  45. SHORT GAME | Is this the end for Tiger Woods?

    The boys chat about Tiger Woods' recent FOURTH crash. Could this be the last straw for Woods? A short snippet from The Swing of It! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore. Family-run business operating for...

  46. Practice on vs off the course, driving changes & golf frustrations

    This week, Chop & Hammer are MIA. Gravy joins Joel to chat driver changes, hating golf as you get better, is practice off the course as good as practice on the course & much more! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Australia’s Greatest…

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  47. Players championship crowds, chipping & the 19th hole

    This week, Chop, Joel & Hammer chat about the crowd reactions at The Players Championship, their golf improvements over the weekend, we get more winners for the Swingers Invitational & introduce the 19th hole! Varsity - Big screens, cold beers, big burgers. 9 locations across Perth. w:...

  48. Changing clubs, new challenges & golf breakthroughs

    This week Chop & Hammer chat club changes, where to play the swingers invitational, Tiger Woods ineligibility for the Players Championships & Ron caddying for Hammer. The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Australia’s Greatest Golf…

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  49. Have YouTubers ruined watching pro golf? Plus Swingers Invitational round 1

    This week, Chop and Hammer give the details of their swing speed test, and the boys call the first batch of Swingers for the Swingers Invitational! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore. Family-run…

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  50. SHORT GAME | A faster swing than Rory McIlroy?

    After testing their ball speed, Chop and Hammer review the stats and compare themselves to the PGA Averages! A short snippet from The Swing of It! The Swing of It is brought to you by GolfBox! Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Australia’s Greatest Golf Superstore. Family-run…

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About this show

Ron Chopper, Hamish Brayshaw and Joel Innes try to figure out how to be good at golf.

The Swing of It is recorded out of BC Studios built by grounded. building tomorrow, together.

w: https://grounded.com.au/

Hosted by

BackChat Studios

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does The Swing of It have?

The Swing of It has 136 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on November 4, 2026.

What is The Swing of It about?

Ron Chopper, Hamish Brayshaw and Joel Innes try to figure out how to be good at golf. The Swing of It is recorded out of BC Studios built by grounded. building tomorrow, together. w: https://grounded.com.au/

How often does The Swing of It release new episodes?

The Swing of It publishes a few times a week, based on its 136 episodes since April 2025.

Who hosts The Swing of It?

The Swing of It is created and hosted by BackChat Studios.
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