In this episode, I sits down with Jamie — the man behind Diary of a High Handicapper — to talk about one of the most relatable journeys in golf content today.

Starting the game at 33, Jamie didn’t just fall in love with golf… he documented the entire journey.

What began as a lockdown project quickly turned into a thriving YouTube channel with thousands of subscribers — all built on honesty, struggle, and real improvement.

The conversation dives into:

What it’s really like starting golf later in life

The reality of trying to improve as a high handicapper

The highs (viral videos) and lows (when no one watches) of YouTube golf

Why being relatable beats being perfect

How short game and course management can transform your scores

If you’ve ever felt stuck in your golf game or wondered whether starting a channel is worth it — this episode is for you.

⏱️ Episode Timestamps

00:00 – Intro & setting the scene

04:00 – Jamie’s late start in golf (age 33) and early obsession

05:30 – Starting the YouTube channel during lockdown

07:00 – The video that changed everything (3rd upload goes viral)

12:00 – Why relatable golf content wins

15:30 – Having a plan

18:30 – Short game gains & eliminating “bad misses”

27:30 – YouTube golf: instruction vs entertainment

32:30 – Goals for the year: breaking 20 handicap

34:45 – Subscriber series & building a golf community

36:45 – Final thoughts & advice for high handicappers

📲 Follow Jamie – Diary of a High Handicapper:

Instagram: @diaryofahighhandicapper

YouTube: Diary of a High Handicapper