Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 466 - Scotland, Sportswashing And The Love of Golf - Joel Beall

In this in-depth interview, host Bill Hobson talks with author Joel Beall about his groundbreaking new book, Playing Dirty: Rediscovering Golf's Soul in Scotland in an Age of Sportswashing and Civil War. Beall takes us inside the battle for the soul of golf as the PGA Tour and LIV Golf wage war over the future of the sport, with billions of dollars, reputations, and the game’s traditions at stake.

Beall’s journey leads him to Scotland, golf’s birthplace, where he examines whether the sport’s original values still hold strong amid the chaos of modern professional golf. He explores the impact of sportswashing—where powerful financial forces, including Saudi-backed LIV Golf, are reshaping the game—and questions whether the PGA Tour is truly the defender of golf’s legacy or just another self-serving entity.

This eye-opening discussion uncovers the greed, politics, and shifting allegiances defining golf’s civil war. Beall provides a candid look at what’s happening behind the scenes, the consequences for players and fans, and whether golf can ever return to its roots.

Whether you're a die-hard golf fan or just fascinated by the intersection of sports, money, and power, this interview is a must-watch!

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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 465 - The Legendary ELY CALLAWAY with son Nicholas Callaway

On this special edition of the podcast, we introduce a posthumous memoir by Ely Callaway (1919–2001), one of the 20th century’s most influential business figures, who launched his third career at age 63, invented the iconic Big Bertha driver, transformed the game of golf, and built a multi-billion dollar enterprise.

Our special guests are Ely's son, Nicholas Callaway and former Callaway rep Brian Minbiole.

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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 464 - Fixing The Pace of Play Problem - It CAN Be Done!

The #1 headache for golfers and course operators is pace of play. There are turtles everywhere in golf and it drives everyone crazy. Can the problem be solved?

We're visiting with Bodo Siebler, the CEO of Tagmarshal, the leading pace of play data analyst experts, to dig into the issue and explore solutions. They've done the field work with hundreds of courses around the world. 

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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 463 - The Story of SHIPSTICKS Plus a $500 Giveaway!

We're talking with the CEO of ShipSticks, Jonathan Marsico to learn about the history and growth this unique service and we're giving you a chance to WIN a $500 ShipSticks Gift Card!

All you have to to do enter is:

• Listen to the podcast and when you hear the contest moment, make note of the special contest phrase
• Email that exact phrase to: [email protected] BEFORE the deadline at 10pm on Feb 27th
• Follow Michigan Golf Live and ShipSticks on Instagram. You must follow both accounts to be eligible for the contest
• We'll draw the winner's name on Feb 28th and share it on our social accounts.

Good luck!

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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 462 - Tackling Golf's Hot Button Issues - with Tom Gillis and Tony Paul

The distance debate rages on, along with the LIV Golf ratings disaster, divided Tours, and many more hot button issues facing golf. We're gathering for a mid-winter debate with retired PGA Tour Champions player Tom Gillis and Detroit News Sportswriter, Tony Paul to discuss and fix all of golf's challenges.

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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 461 - Dr. Bob Rotella - The Keys To Unlocking Your BEST Golf

What an honor to sit down for a 1-on-1 conversation with the legendary Dr. Bob Rotella, the leading sports psychologist in the nation and top of the heap when it comes to the mental side of golf.

No one has impacted more golfers with his gift of communicating complex concepts in a logical, understandable way - and being able to bring that teaching to the masses, whether great golfers or those seeking improvement on a small scale.

Enjoy this rare opportunity to hear and learn from a living legend!

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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 460 - 5 Clubs & The Story of Gary Williams' Golf channel Return

We launch season 7 of the FGN Podcast with a powerful, true, inspiring story. When Golf Channel announced a new live morning show in the form of "5 Clubs with Gary Williams," it marked a true full circle moment for the popular golf host.

Join us as we learn more about the show and Gary's inspiring journey of recovery and career resurgence.

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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 459 - 2024: THE YEAR OF SCHEFFLER & CONFUSION w/ Arron Oberholser

We're joined by Golf Channel's Arron Oberholser to look back at a wild 2024 season on the PGA Tour, starting with the dominant year for Scottie Scheffler and whether it's blasphemy to compare it to one of Tiger's great years.

We also discuss the contrasting personalities and golfing styles of Tiger Woods and Scottie Scheffler, the current state of the PGA Tour, the issue of player salaries, and the overvaluation of product delivery in professional sports.

We wrap it up with a look at the changing landscape of sports consumption, particularly golf, and the potential of players like Bryson DeChambeau to bridge the gap between professional golf and the general public.

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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 458 - 25 Years of Michigan Golf Live - A Look Back

As we near the end of 2024, we also near the end of the 25th season of our flagship program, Michigan Golf Live. In this extended edition of the pod, we're looking back at the key moments, people, and blessings of a quarter century of life in covering the game.

Thank YOU for being part of the journey and be sure to listen all the way to the end for a special surprise!

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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 457 - Beverage Cart Operator Horror Stories - UPDATE

This is a follow up to our August 2023 investigative report focusing on the stunningly bad (often illegal) behavior of golfers, directed toward female beverage cart operators at public facilities. The stories you are about to hear are real. The beverage cart operator names have been changed to protect their anonymity. 

Fellas, change is needed. You can do better.

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