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Shane Ryan, a golf writer from Golf Digest, discusses his passion for golf and his approach to storytelling in his podcasts and articles. He shares his journey into golf writing and how he became fascinated with the history and human stories behind the sport. The conversation also touches on the evolving perception of Bryson DeChambeau and Rory McIlroy's heartbreaking losses at the US Open. In this conversation, Shane and the hosts discuss various topics related to golf, including the performance of today's greats, the state of professional golf, the importance of pro golf to the game and the up-and-comers, the challenges faced by club professionals, and the selection of Keegan Bradley as the US Ryder Cup captain. Shane shares his insights and opinions on these subjects, providing a unique perspective on the sport.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and the "Hot" Golf Nerd

03:08 Shane's Approach to Research and Storytelling

08:42 The Fascination with Golf History and Human Stories

15:35 The Emotional Impact of Major Tournaments

19:06 Bryson DeChambeau's Transformation and Changing Perception

24:26 Rory McIlroy's Heartbreaking Losses at Major Tournaments

25:36 The Uncertainty of the Open at Royal Troon

26:06 Rory McIlroy's Performance

29:04 The Changing Importance of Professional Golf

31:25 The Impact of COVID on Golf

35:11 The Story Behind the Tobacco Road Icon

43:36 The Challenges Faced by Club Professionals

48:37 The Surprising Selection of Keegan Bradley as Ryder Cup Captain

51:46 Shane's Focus on Human Interest and Historical Narratives in Golf