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A full time caddy at Bandon Dunes tells us what caddy life is like, what it takes, how it works and what every golfer should know. 

Find Sara Jo on Instagram:

• @looperonthefly (for caddy life)
• @sarajoflies (for flyfishing) and 
• @sandtramp_golf (for shenanigans)

Listen to Sara Jo on:

• Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/i-bleed/1806006447?i=1806006448
• YouTube: https://youtube.com/@sarajoflies?si=dj0IbZ1iPgquUUma

00:00 Intro 

00:21 Meet Sara Jo, Brandon Dunes caddy

01:17 How does a fisherman become a caddy? 

02:19 Favourite (and least favourite) courses at Bandon Dunes

03:53 How caddies help with course management 

05:23 How to provide a great “caddy experience” 

06:40 Financial aspects and challenges of caddy life

11:28 Do’s and Don’ts when you have a caddy 

14:50 The bond between a caddy and golfer

15:10 The soft skills caddies need

16:41 Hoping to caddy for Pros

18:03 Finding the Sand Tramps

19:41 The best hard kombucha 

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A full time caddy at Brandon Dunes tells us what caddy life is like, what it takes, how it works and what every golfer should know. 

Find Sara Jo on Instagram:

• @looperonthefly (for caddy life)
• @sarajoflies (for flyfishing) and 
• @sandtramp_golf (for shenanigans)

Listen to Sara Jo on 

• Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/i-bleed/1806006447?i=1806006448
• YouTube: https://youtube.com/@sarajoflies?si=dj0IbZ1iPgquUUma

Timestamps

0:24 - Meet Sara Jo, Brandon Dunes caddy

2:22 - What is a professional fly fisher?

5:40 - Sara Jo’s musical journey 

7:45 - The importance of kids finding a personal identity 

10:26 - Finding her passions and overcoming health challenges 

12:28 - How commercial fishing led to caddying

13:28 - Favourite (and least favourite) courses at Bandon Dunes

16:32 - How caddies help with course management 

18:36 - Brandon's new lottery system

20:20 - How to provide “the caddy experience” 

21:32 - Financial aspects and occasional challenges of caddy life

29:41 - Do’s and Don’ts when you have a caddy 

34:35 - The bond between a caddy and golfer

35:47 - Soft skills caddies need

37:55 - Hoping to caddy for Pros

43:14 - Finding the Sand Tramps

47:44 - The best hard kombucha 

#GolfPodcast #GolfStories #CaddyLife #BandonDunes #WomenInGolf #FlyFishingLife #CaddyChronicles #GolfPodcast #CaddyTips #CaddyTalk #GolfResortLife #CourseManagement #GolfEtiquette #CaddyPerspective #FlyFishingWomen #FishingAndGolf #OutdoorLife #FishingCaddy

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0:40 - Marc & Brett banter about being defensively Canadian 

1:05 - Marc disputes whether a 9.6 HCP is “single digit” 

1::35 - Brett has played a record 117 holes of golf in 48 hours! EXCUSE ME?

1:45 - Brett shares a great “dick out” story…with an international twist

3:35 - Brett cares a lot about bone and nervous system health…not lung and liver health

4:20 - Chiropractism (that’s what we’re calling it) isn’t just for injuries - it's a proactive treatment every golfer should consider to stay healthy, mobile, and performing at their best. Don’t wait for pain. Get checked!

Find Brett at www.AdvancedPainCentres.com in Singapore @ Toa Payoh, Kovan and Jurong

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On Episode 4, we discuss Brett’s journey to a single digit handicap on the empty fairways of Indonesia, his insane number of holes record, a great “Dick Out” story, some Bryson, Moe Norman, and how proactive chiropractic care is relevant for all golfers - not just a reactive treatment of injuries.

2:10 - Marc & Brett banter about being defensively Canadian and introduce Alberta as the Texas of Canada, with bucket-list golf courses, despite the extremely cold winters

6:50 - Marc tries to guess Brett’s 2 Truths and a Lie and disputes whether a 9.6 HCP is “single digit” 

8:35 - Brett describes his journey to becoming a “single digit” HCP thanks to the perfect group of friends and membership at an up-and-coming golf course in Bintan, Indonesia

11:15 - Brett has played a record 117 holes of golf in 48 hours! EXCUSE ME?

11:25 - Brett shares a great “dick out” story

15:50 - Brett’s favourite golfers past & present are Moe Norman (a Canadian legend and one of golf’s greatest ball strikers) and Bryson Dechambeau (maybe still a dick, according to Marc, but still great for golf) 

19:10 - Brett explains non-surgical spinal decompression, neuropathy and functional medicine and how seeing a chiropractor is valuable for the average golfer as a proactive measure and not just for injury rehabilitation 

23:20 - Brett shares an anecdote of a former pro golfer he has helped return to golf after 6 weeks without 

25:45 - Brett takes us on his chiropractic journey, which started by questioning the efficacy of the mainstream medical model as a young man before discovering a natural way to help people with causes rather than symptoms

28:20 - Brett often has to remind himself of the miracles he sees every day while helping those who are sometimes without hope

29:35 - Brett and Marc get a little drunk and sidetracked before remembering Marc’s important question: Advice for those considering a career in chiropractic care

Thank you www.BeerPioneer.com - Singapore’s best craft beer subscription box!

Find Brett at www.AdvancedPainCentres.com in Singapore @ Toa Payoh, Kovan and Jurong

#golfpodcast #chiropracticcare #singaporegolf #golfstories #advancedpaincenters #drbrettvannorman #golfhumor #golfandbeer #golfwellness #spinalhealth #golfinjuryprevention #canadagolf #golftravel #baligolftrip #golfcommunity #golfperformance #moeNorman #brysondechambeau #neuropathytreatment #nonsurgicalcare #functionalmedicine #golferslife  #golfimprovement #naturalhealthcare #golfcontent #wellnessjourney #flggolfpodcast #alternativehealth

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One of golf’s most timeless pairings: a good round and a great cigar. Cigar aficionado, Dr. Brett Van Norman discusses cigar basics, the history of smoking on pro tours and famous golfers who smoke. 

0:30 - Brett demonstrates how to heat and light a Monte Cristo (which Marc butchers) and explains the aging process of cigars 

2:10 - Brett shares how his cigar journey began from a need to de-stress by finding a hobby

3:40 - Brett explains the importance of keeping the cigar cool by managing the ash and smoking  slowly

5:00 - Brett and Marc fire up an Asia-Pacific regional (which Marc painfully butchers…again) and discuss the differences between Cuban and non-Cuban cigars

8:50 - Marc shares the history of smoking on professional golf tours and famous golfers who smoked on-course including Miguel Angel-Jimenez, Ben Hogan, Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Darren Clarke, John Daly and Charley Hull

13:10 - Marc shares a myth that golfers wear only one glove to keep a hand free for smoking 

#FLGGolfPodcast #CigarTutorial #CigarAficionado #HowToSmokeACigar #CigarLife #GolfAndCigars #CigarEtiquette #CigarCulture #MonteCristoCigars #CigarLovers #CubanCigars #GolfLifestyle #CigarEducation #CigarCommunity #CigarTalk #GolfPodcast #CigarTips #CutOrPunch #CigarSmoking #CigarsAndGolf #GolfTraditions #CigarPassion #CigarJourney #CigarSmoker #DrBvN #CigarRelaxation #GolfVibes #GolfWithStyle #CigarMoments #GolfAndStyle

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Ep.3: Cigar Conversations with Dr. Brett Van Norman

One of golf’s most timeless pairings: a good round and a great cigar. Cigar aficionado, Dr. Brett Van Norman discusses cigar basics, the history of smoking on pro tours, famous golfers who smoke and their golf fashion choices. 

1:10 - Brett demonstrates how to heat and light a Monte Critso No.4 using a torch, which Marc butchers

1:59 - Brett explains the aging process of cigars and the concept of a "sick period"

4:05 - Brett shares how his cigar journey began from a need to de-stress by finding a hobby

6:30 - Brett explains the importance of keeping the cigar cool by managing the ash and smoking  slowly

10:15 - After a brief rain delay, Brett and Marc fire up an Asia-Pacific regional, which Marc nearly butchers…again (painfully)  

13:40 - Marc asks Brett if it matters how you hold a cigar and shares some unique golf-related cigar holders

16:45 - Brett discusses the differences between Cuban and non-Cuban cigars

19:15 - Marc shares the history of smoking on professional golf tours and famous golfers who smoked on-course including Miguel Angel-Jimenez, Ben Hogan, Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Darren Clarke, John Daly, MIchael Jordan and Charley Hull

26:15 - Brett and Marc reminisce about playing golf barefoot in Malaysia 

30:05 - Marc drops ash on his shorts a second time before laughing about the infamous Caddyshack “Cannonball” scene

32:30 - Marc shares a myth that golfers wear only one glove to keep a hand free for smoking before listing several golfers known for wearing two gloves including Aaron Rai, Phil Mickleson and Tommy Gainey

36:30 - Brett rates the fashion styles of some golfers already discussed, including a few of his own outfits

#FLGGolfPodcast #CigarTutorial #CigarAficionado #HowToSmokeACigar #CigarLife #GolfAndCigars #CigarEtiquette #CigarCulture #MonteCristoCigars #CigarLovers #CubanCigars #GolfLifestyle #CigarEducation #CigarCommunity #CigarTalk #GolfPodcast #CigarTips #CutOrPunch #CigarSmoking #CigarsAndGolf #GolfTraditions #CigarPassion #CigarJourney #CigarSmoker #DrBvN #CigarRelaxation #GolfVibes #GolfWithStyle #CigarMoments #GolfAndStyle

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In the first installment of a diary series documenting the FLG Golf Podcast journey, Marc reflects on 8 things he's learned in the first two months producing the pod: refinements, new skills, inspiration and the single greatest challenge… a "content iceberg."

Marc describes the challenge of producing and editing content more efficiently to reduce the backlog of unpublished content but is buoyed by the positive feedback he has received from podcast guests and friends in media as to the channel's direction, tone and the opportunity to learn from and engage a global golf community.

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Highlights from Episode 2 of the show: Chris Farley shares his journey from managing health clubs in Asia, suffering a myriad of injuries under the influence of libations and becoming a club fitting instructor for Europe’s largest golf retailer. Chris’ background in biomechanics aids in his role as a club fitter but he emphasizes the importance of having a customer service mindset before “nerding out” over Trackman and the benefits of adjustable golf equipment.

Find Chris Farley at American Golf in Christchurch, Bournemouth, and on Instagram @_charlie_farley_

www.thebeerpioneer.com is Singapore’s best craft beer subscription box!

1:45     Marc and Chris reminisce about their time living in “The Beaver Loft” in Singapore, his pre-COVID career managing health clubs and how his background in biomechanics, physiology, anatomy has evolved into a burgeoning career in golf

4:40     Chris shows off the tattoo that reminds him to be safe and explains how his adventurous nature and “yes” mentality led to almost breaking his neck, ankle reconstruction, broken nose, jaw, ankle, ribs and fingers! Wow!

7:15     Chris recounts his golfing journey and his newfound golf life 

8:50     Chris explains the club fitting process step-by-step, emphasizing the importance of understanding each unique golfer and fitting clubs to their potential 

12:20    Chris espouses the benefits of adjustable modern golf clubs, allowing for tweaks and improvements over time as each golfer evolves

14:15    Chris shares what he loves about being a club fitter, advice for those considering it as a career and how golf was his salvation

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Episode Summary

On the latest episode of the FLG Golf Podcast, Chris Farley shares his journey from managing health clubs in Asia to becoming a club fitting instructor for Europe’s largest golf retailer in the UK.  While Chris’ background in biomechanics, physiology, and anatomy aids in his role as a club fitter, he emphasizes the importance of understanding a golfer's needs and having a customer service mindset. We then “nerd out” completely over advanced technology like TrackMan, use many science words and espouse the benefits of adjustable golf equipment. Chris also details myriad injuries sustained while travelling the globe under the influence of libations. 

Find Chris Farley at American Golf in Christchurch, Bournemouth, and on Instagram @_charlie_farley_

Thank you www.thebeerpioneer.com (Singapore’s best craft beer subscription) for your support 

Timestamps

Introducing a Fellow Beaver!

• Marc and Chris reminisce about their time living in a house in Singapore called the Beaver Loft, filled with entertaining professionals, great minds and lifelong friends.
• Chris discusses his former career managing health clubs in Singapore (including his role as General Manager for Fitness First Asia and a lavish gym for C-Suite executives) and how his career had to evolve post-COVID.
• Serendipitously, his background in biomechanics, physiology, anatomy and sports medicine are a great fit for his burgeoning career in golf

Globetrotting Adventures, Golfing Journeys and Numerous Injuries (9:39)

• Why did Chris drunkenly agree to visit Afghanistan during wartime?
• How jacked up was Chris during his peak Gym Bro phase and why did that phase end?
• Marc asks if there is an ideal physique for a golfer and Chris provides sensible encouragement to all golfers
• Chris recounts his golfing journey, starting with his Dad’s old clubs and later receiving a set of old Ping irons and a Nike driver.
• Marc describes their debaucherous trips to Indonesia (including the FLG Easter scramble) and their final 9-hole round in Singapore before Chris left for the UK.
• Chris explains how his adventurous nature and “yes” mentality have led to numerous injuries, including almost breaking his neck in a swimming pool, ankle reconstruction, broken nose, jaw, ankle, ribs, fingers and almost losing his arm in a car accident. Wow!

Newfound Golf Life in the UK  (12:08)

• Chris describes his local track, Christchurch Golf Club, and his favorite courses in the UK including Hamptworth, Royal Troon, Wentworth and the Isle of Purbeck
• Chris Farley discusses his current golfing routine, playing on the course once a week and hitting the range two or three times a week.
• Marc relives the awkward playoff victory of Billy Horschel over Rory McIlroy at the BMW Championship at Wentworth

Getting Balls Deep into Club Fitting (25:40)

• Finally, we get to “nerd out!"
• Chris explains the custom fitting process, emphasizing the importance of understanding the golfer's needs and preferences,  the use of TrackMan to analyze golf club performance metrics.
• Chris discusses the importance of fitting golf clubs to the golfer's potential, not just their current skill level and highlights the adjustability of modern golf clubs, allowing for tweaks and improvements over time.
• Chris shares his commitment to supporting golfers at American Golf and providing excellent customer service, which draws from his long career managing first-class health clubs and as a personal trainer

Chris’ Passion, Future and Career Advice (41:45)

• Chris describes golf as a salvation and emphasizes the importance of playing golf an

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Highlights from Episode 1 with Stormin’ Norm Jackson (@stormingolfent on Instagram), Head Pro of the Cowichan Golf Club on Vancouver Island, Canada.

Norm shares his lifelong connection to golf (which began at age 12 in Kamloops, British Columbia), the joy of playing golf with family and how the sport fosters meaningful connections. (1:00). We try to guess two truths and a lie about Norm as he claims to have won the BC Open, played junior hockey, and competed on the Canadian Tour.

Norm dives into his current golf routine, gym workouts, speed training and reminisces about his early days, caddying for his dad and securing his first job (4:00).

Marc shares advice from Padraig Harrington on making golf a positive experience for kids in order to develop a love for the game (5:30). Norm explains his approach of letting kids explore the game on their terms. They discuss efforts at the Cowichan Golf Club, where kids' groups thrive, bringing joy to young golfers.

Norm shares his long-standing relationship with Ping as an ambassador and club fitter for nearly 30 years (7:30) and his current equipment choices, including a 440 driver and a 7 wood, praising their benefits. Norm and Marc joke about aging and the need for softer flex shafts and Norm’s favourite golf ball featuring his custom “Little Storm” logo.

For those considering golf as a career, Norm explains the PGA membership process, including apprenticeships, playing ability tests, and coursework (9:00) and highlights non-teaching career paths such as merchandising, agronomy, F&B and club management.