Going OB

Going OB

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Going OB episodes

  • Bourbons & Blow-Ups: Pitching & Whining Unfiltered
    In this episode of Going OB, I am joined by the lads behind Pitching & Whining—bringing the kind of golf content every amateur can relate to… the good, the bad, and the complete meltdowns.
    What starts as a serious debate over the greatest biscuit quickly spirals into stories from their own golf journeys, how their friendship shaped the content you see today, and why their honest, no-filter approach has struck a chord with so many golfers.
    We get into their plans for the future, what they actually want to build with Pitching & Whining, and the reality of trying to balance golf, life, and content without losing your head.
    And the very good reason Jason can’t caddy for Jon at the EDGA event 👀
    Expect laughs, chaos, and plenty of moments that’ll feel all too familiar if you’ve ever stood over a shot questioning everything.
    🔗 Follow Pitching & Whining
    📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pitchingandwhininggolf
    ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pitchingandwhininggolf
    ⛳ Why You Should Listen
    If you love golf but don’t take it too seriously—and enjoy the stories, friendships, and frustrations that come with it—this one’s for you.
    44 min
  • From Toddler to Tee Box | Ferdinand and the WOOW Golf Story
    This week on the Going OB Podcast, I sit down with Ferdinand, one of the founders of WOOW Golf — a brand focused on making golf more accessible, exciting, and properly designed for young players.
    Most junior golf equipment feels like plastic toys or cut-down adult clubs… but WOOW Golf is trying to change that by creating premium, lightweight golf equipment built specifically for kids and toddlers, helping families introduce the game earlier and with more fun.
    We talk about:
    ⛳ Why junior golf equipment has been overlooked for so long
    ⛳ The challenge of designing “real” golf clubs for kids
    ⛳ How getting children into golf earlier can change the future of the sport
    ⛳ Building a golf startup from scratch
    ⛳ Ferdinand’s own golf journey and vision for the brand
    If you care about growing the game, junior golf, or the future of golf business, this is a brilliant conversation.
    Check out WOOW Golf here:
    www.woowgolf.com
    @woowgolf on instagram
    Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and follow Going OB for more stories from across the world of golf.
    29 min
  • How Caddie School for Soldiers is Changing Veterans’ Lives Through Golf - Graeme Tones
    In this powerful and inspiring episode, I sits down with Graham Tones, Chair of Caddie School for Soldiers, to explore how golf is transforming the lives of injured and struggling veterans.
    Graham shares the origin story of the organisation, the impact it’s had since launching in 2019, and how its structured caddie training programme helps veterans rediscover purpose, confidence, and connection.
    From emotional stories of personal transformation to behind-the-scenes insight into life as a caddie, this episode highlights the true power of golf as an “open-air therapy space.”
    We also dive into:
    What makes a great caddie
    The unique player-caddie relationship
    Life lessons from the course
    And a passionate debate on Rory McIlroy’s caddie situation 👀
    If you love golf, meaningful stories, and honest conversation—this is one to listen to.
    👉 Learn more or support the mission: caddieschoolforsoldiers.com
    49 min
  • I Was Wrong About Rory’s Caddie… | He's a Diamond
    Well… I’ll say it.
    Rory McIlroy wins at Augusta and I’ve been completely off about Harry Diamond.
    Quick take on The Masters, Rory’s performance, and why I might need to rethink everything I’ve said before.
    Golf has a way of humbling you… even off the course.
    9 min
  • Can This App Actually Grow the Game of Golf? - Skratchr Golf
    This week on Going OB, I’m joined by Niall, CGO of Skratchr — a new app aiming to solve one of golf’s biggest problems:
    👉 Finding people to actually play with.
    After moving to the UK and struggling to break into the “cliquey” side of golf, Niall set out to build a platform that makes the game more social, more accessible, and ultimately… more fun.
    We dive into the story behind Skratchr, the challenges of building a golf startup from scratch, and whether this kind of platform can genuinely help grow the game.
    Along the way, we also get into:
    * Why golf clubs can feel closed off
    * The reality of trying to improve as an amateur
    * What goes into building a golf business from the ground up
    * Course management, handicaps, and mindset
    * And why golf is (and should be) about people first
    If you’ve ever struggled to find a game, felt like an outsider at a golf club, or just love hearing about new ideas shaping the game — this one’s for you.
    📲 Follow Skratchr:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skratchrgolf
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joinskratchr
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@skratchr
    📲 Follow Going OB:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goingobpod
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@goingobtv
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goingobpod
    42 min
  • This Season Isn’t About Golf… It’s About People
    Season 4 of Going OB was meant to be about improving at golf… but it’s turned into something much bigger than that.
    In this recap episode, I look back on the stories, conversations, and moments that have shaped the season so far — from chasing scratch and breaking down putting, to powerful personal journeys and honest conversations that go far beyond the game.
    Featuring insights and reflections from guests across the season so far, this episode pulls together the real theme of Going OB:
    It’s not about perfect golf.
    It’s about people, progress, and the stories we all share through the game.
    If you’ve been following the journey so far — thank you. If you’re new here, this is the perfect place to start.
    🎧 Follow the podcast and join the journey.
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    📲 Follow Going OB:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goingobpod
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@goingobtv
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goingobpod
    📩 Enquiries & collaborations:
    17 min
  • Diary of a High Handicapper: Jamie’s Golf Journey
    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
    38 min
  • Unfinished Business: Danielle 'Tin Cup' Thwaites Is Chasing the AIG Women’s British Open
    In this episode I welcome back former Ladies European Tour professional, and former host, Danielle Thwaites for a big announcement.
    Danielle has officially begun her comeback journey to try and qualify for the AIG Women’s British Open.
    After time away from professional golf, the fire has been reignited — and she’s now preparing to compete in high-level amateur events with the goal of progressing through pre-qualifying, Monday qualifying, and ultimately reaching the final stage.
    We talk about the inspiration behind the comeback, the sacrifices required to compete again, and what it really takes to chase a dream tournament like the Women’s Open.
    Danielle also shares how she’ll be documenting the journey on YouTube, the challenges of balancing life and practice, and why she feels she still has unfinished business in the game.
    If you love comeback stories, elite golf insights, and the reality behind competitive golf — this episode is for you.
    00:00 – Danielle returns to GoingOB
    02:10 - Life lately
    10:58 – Why Danielle decided to make a comeback
    15:39 – The road to qualifying for the AIG Women’s Open
    24:50 – Training, practice and preparation
    26:43 – Documenting the journey on YouTube Shorts
    33:34 – Final thoughts & what’s next
    Follow Danielle Thwaites and her comeback journey:
    YouTube / Shorts: Danielle.golfer
    36 min
  • What Does It Take to Photograph Scotland’s Most Beautiful Courses? with David Lawrence
    In this episode of Going OB, I sit down with golf photographer David Lawrence from Foremost Golf to explore the world of golf through a different lens.
    We talk about what makes a course truly photogenic, the challenges of capturing Scotland’s landscapes, and how photography can shape the way golfers experience and remember the game.
    From early morning light to iconic closing holes, David shares what goes into creating images that tell the story of a course — not just what it looks like, but how it feels to play it.
    If you love golf architecture, course design, or just seeing the game from a fresh perspective, this is one you won’t want to miss.
    David can be contacted using the details below:
    Email: Foremostgolfphotography.com
    Instagram: @foremostgolfphotography
    40 min
  • Scratch Golf, Sim Leagues & Real Life — The Mike Laritz Story
    In this episode of the Going OB Golf Podcast, I am joined by Mike Laritz, a competitive amateur golfer from Michigan who’s proving that scratch golf isn’t just for full-time players.
    Mike shares how he balanced work, family life, and competitive golf to take his handicap from a mid-single figure down to scratch — and why simulator golf played a huge role in that journey.
    We dive into the growth of indoor golf in the US, the rise of simulator leagues, and whether this style of practice could change the way everyday golfers improve their game.
    We also talk about the Grass League concept, amateur competition, golf content creation, and what it really takes to get better when you don’t have unlimited time to play.
    If you’ve ever wondered:
    Can simulator golf actually make you better?
    How do amateurs get to scratch?
    What’s the best way to practice when you work full time?
    Is indoor golf the future of the game?
    — this episode answers all of those questions.
    As always, Going OB is about real conversations, real golfers, and the parts of the game you don’t usually hear about.
    00:00 – Intro & who is Mike Laritz
    01:56 – Winter golf & the rise of simulator practice
    03:29 – 24/7 golf simulators and indoor training trends
    08:32 – Mike’s golf story: from junior golf to competition
    11:45 – The journey to scratch while working full time
    18:53 – Simulator matches, content creation & YouTube
    24:50 – Grass League and amateur competition formats
    33:14 – Goals, competitive ambitions & future plans
    Follow Mike Laritz
    Instagram: @migolfer93
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@migolfer93
    TikTok: @migolfer93
    40 min

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Going OB is a golf podcast that lives slightly left of centre — just like most of our tee shots.