In this special in-studio episode of Fairway Talks Golf Podcast, host Brendan Lister welcomes David MacLeod MP — New Plymouth’s National Party Member of Parliament, former Taranaki Regional Council Chair, and proud dairy farm kid from Manaia — for a wide-ranging conversation that goes well beyond the fairways.

Recorded live at The GolfZone, David joins Brendan to talk about his lifelong connection to golf, the role the game has played in his community-focused life, and how it intersects with family, leadership, and representing the Taranaki region. From growing up on the farm with strong family values, to his Māori whakapapa (Ngāti Mutunga, Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Ruanui, and Ngāti Porou), balancing business, local government, and now national politics — David shares honest insights into what drives him.

Expect plenty of laughs, stories from the course, reflections on New Zealand life, and discussions about building stronger communities, the future of the regions, and why golf remains a great leveller and networking tool in Aotearoa.

Whether you’re a golfer, a local from Taranaki/New Plymouth, or just enjoy conversations that blend sport, life lessons, and real Kiwi perspectives, this episode delivers.

Tune in for an authentic, down-to-earth chat with one of New Zealand’s most community-oriented MPs.

In this episode of Fairway Talks Golf, we sit down with Mark Wong, Callaway Australia’s Custom Fitter based in Melbourne, for an in-depth conversation about the art and science of golf club custom fitting.

Mark shares his journey working with Callaway, why he believes they’re one of the best brands in the game right now, and what it’s really like being part of their team down under. We dive deep into the world of custom fitting — from how the right shaft, grip, and clubhead specs can completely transform your game, to the common mistakes golfers make when buying new clubs off the rack.

Whether you’re a weekend warrior chasing more distance and accuracy or a serious player looking to optimise every club in the bag, Mark drops practical advice and insider tips you won’t want to miss. We also chat about golf life in Australia, the passion of the local golfing community, and what makes working for Callaway such a rewarding experience.

If you’ve ever wondered whether custom fitting is worth it, or you’re curious about the latest tech and fitting trends from one of golf’s biggest names, this episode is for you.

Tune in for expert insights, great stories, and plenty of golf nerdery!

On this episode of Fairway Talks Golf Podcast, hosts Brendan Lister and Louis Baldock welcome New Zealand golf legend Michael Campbell, a Taranaki native. Campbell shares powerful insights into the life of a touring professional, detailing the significant sacrifices and loneliness involved, and discussing how New Zealand golf courses limit young players who need to spend time abroad to compete globally. Campbell also explains his motivation to change attitudes about Māori people playing golf and his duty to inspire New Zealand after his US Open win. 

This week on the Fairway Talks Podcast, we sit down with former World Champion speed golfer Jamie Reid to explore one of the most unique and physically demanding formats in the game of golf.Jamie shares his incredible journey into the world of Speed Golf, a sport that combines competitive golf with endurance running, where players complete a full round of golf in the fastest possible time while keeping their score low.In this episode, Jamie also opens up about one of the toughest challenges of his career — suffering an ACL injury — and the physical and mental battle that comes with recovering from a major setback as an athlete. We discuss how injury can reshape an athlete’s mindset, the role of fitness in modern golf, and how resilience plays a huge part in high-level performance.Whether you’re a golfer, athlete, or someone interested in the mental side of sport, injury recovery, and performance, this episode offers a fascinating insight into the mindset of a world champion.⛳ In this episode we cover:• What Speed Golf is and how the sport works• Jamie Reid’s journey to becoming a World Champion Speed Golfer• The importance of fitness and endurance in golf• Recovering from a serious ACL injury as an athlete• The mindset required to compete at an elite level• How Speed Golf could help grow the game globally🎙️ Fairway Talks Podcast brings you conversations with athletes, coaches, and personalities shaping the world of golf.👍 If you enjoyed the episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.

In this episode, Brendan sits down with Taranaki-based artist, speaker, coach, and mental health advocate Paul Rangiwahia. Paul shares his journey through personal challenges, his quirky Kiwiana artwork that sparks real talk about emotional wellbeing, and the "Mental WOF" — his set of 45 "Rules for Life" designed to help people thrive, not just survive.

Expect heartfelt yarns, plenty of laughs, and some unexpected fairway-to-mental-health parallels. Grab a cold one and join the chat! 🎙️⛳

This episode of Fairway Talks is a real birdie — or maybe a comedy of errors — as host Brendan Lister tees off with the one and only Louis (Judas) Baldock!

Buckle up for 30 minutes of pure chaos on the course and off it. Louis, the man whose name sounds like he was destined to betray 18 holes for 30 pieces of silver (spoiler: he didn’t — he just betrayed his scorecard instead), joins Brendan to spill the tea on his wildest golf disasters, why his swing looks like a betrayal of physics itself, and how he once turned a par 5 into a par… “who even knows anymore?”

If you’ve ever shanked a drive, blamed the wind, or secretly dreamed of selling your soul for a straight shot, this episode’s for you. Grab your headphones, pour a cold one, and join us for laughs, lies, and zero actual golf tips — because who needs pars when you’ve got personality?

Fairway Talks — where the conversation is always above par, even if our guests aren’t. 🎙️⛳

Brendan fires up the mic for a proper yarn with golf content creator and all-round NZ golf nut Daz Warburton. From nearly missing flights to epic rounds at hidden gems like Waverley (sheep farm included), Kinloch's brutal elevation tests, and caddying chaos at the NZ Open (shoutout to those 2024 bag-carrying stories), Daz spills the tea on what makes Kiwi golf so addictive—and humbling.

Expect classic banter about bad shots, dream trips to Queenstown spots like The Hills and Millbrook, the mental grind of chasing birdies, and why "never let the truth ruin a good story" is basically the golf life motto. No swing fixes, just raw laughs, travel mishaps, and why the game keeps pulling us back.

Grab a coffee, hit play, and join two mates talking golf the way it should be—unfiltered and full of heart.

Golf. Life. Mindset. Big swings. Bigger yarns.

Host Brendan Lister sits down with Ethan Jones, the New Plymouth-based NZ PGA coach behind Ethan Jones Golf. With over 15 years in the game, Ethan talks about blending international experience, anti-slice expertise, and practical tips to help golfers of all levels play better—without the overwhelm. We cover online lessons, competing locally, and why simple fixes beat complicated swings every time. A must-listen for anyone swinging clubs around Taranaki and the world!

Join hosts Brendan Lister and Louis on Fairway Talks for a fresh chat with promising young golfer Liam Harvey! Hailing from New Plymouth in Taranaki, Liam shares his journey from dominating junior events back home—like the New Zealand Under-19 Championship and local Taranaki titles—to crossing the pond for NCAA Division II action at Tiffin University in Ohio.

Dive into the transition to collegiate golf, standout performances in fall tournaments, balancing studies in Psychology with birdies, and the grit of going from Kiwi courses to American fairways. As always, no swing tips—just heaps of laughs, wild stories, heartfelt insights, and chaos over cold ones. Whether it’s the highs of top finishes or the realities of adapting abroad, this episode’s all about the passion beyond the putts. Tune in for inspiring golf yarns and good vibes! 🎙️⛳ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your pods.

Join host Brendan Lister on Fairway Talks as he sits down with rising New Zealand pro Sam Jones for a proper Kiwi chinwag! Complete with that epic albatross and first-round lead at the Soudal Open—Sam opens up about the highs and lows of turning pro, life on the road, and chasing the dream from Taranaki roots.Expect zero swing tips, plenty of laughs, wild tangents, heartfelt stories about the grind, and the usual chaos over cold beers. From missed cuts to moments of magic, this one’s all about the journey beyond the scorecard. Tune in for relatable golf gripe and good vibes! 🎙️⛳ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your pods