Golf Social

By Michael Tillcock & Toby Allodi

Sharing the stories of people who love golf.

The golf social podcast (formerly the Roll Up Golf Podcast) is a podcast with big dreams.

Hosted by UK based Toby Allodi and Michael Tillcock, we intervi... more

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How many episodes does Golf Social have?

The podcast currently has 24 episodes available.

Golf Social episodes:

March 02, 2023Ep3 - John Rahm, Tiger Woods Tampon-gate, Sir Nick Faldo and is Liv Golf dead - Golf Social Podcast Episode 3
In the third episode under our new brand, Golf Social (formerly The Roll Up Golf Podcast), Michael and Toby discuss the highlights from the golfing news over the last few weeks and then move onto our question of the week "Is Liv Golf Dead?".

Our aim with the Golf Social podcast is 'Sharing the stories of people who love golf', we hope you enjoy the episode! Please follow on Spotify / Apple etc. it really helps the podcast grow!
This week we cover:
Michael's rounds at Deal, Tandridge GC, Hankley Common and West Sussex

Toby's recent trip to Brazil

Our respective trial matches for the club teams

John Rahm's ascent to world number one, and whether he has elevated himself above Rory...?

Tiger Woods return to golf and Tampon-Gate, where Tiger handed Justin Thomas a tampon after outdriving him - drawing the ire of the cancel brigade

Sir Nick Faldo's new golf vlog series, which kicked off with Chris Pratt

And our question of the week, is Liv Golf dead?! And some ideas for how they might still be able to save it.
We hope you enjoyed this episode of golfsocial - please rate us and send us any feedback @golfsocialtv on all platforms or email us [email protected] with literally any feedback / questions / ideas for guests etc.! Please do us a favour and follow the podcast (it's free!) on whatever platform you are using.

All the best, Michael and Toby
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51min
February 14, 2023Ep2 - Interview with Freddie MacArthur (elite amateur golfer) - Golf Social Podcast Episode 2
In the second episode under our new brand, Golf Social (formerly The Roll Up Golf Podcast), Michael interviews full time, plus 4 handicap golfer Freddie MacArthur (@freddiemac_golf on TikTok), to give our listeners an insight on what it takes to become an elite golfer, and what it's like being one in 2023.

Our aim with the Golf Social podcast is 'Sharing the stories of people who love golf', we hope you enjoy the episode!
With Freddie we kick off with our quickfire "ParBreakers", and then we cover:
What's it like being a full time elite amateur golfer in 2023

Freddie's progression from being a county golfer, continuing to progress at the University of Leicester and University of Stirling

Freddie's ambitions for his future in golf

Why Freddie started his TikTok and maintaining focus on getting better at golf, rather than social media

The areas Freddie thinks he has to improve to move up to the next level

The important of swing speed and distance for young amateur golfers pursuing professional golf

Advice for parents of elite junior golfers on the importance of elite golf coaching at a young age

The importance of structured practice as an elite golfer

The role money plays in giving opportunities to maximise a golfer's potential

The technical changes Freddie made to get more swing speed (including shifting weight off his front side)

The impact playing short, local courses can have on an elite amateur's development

A debate on talent vs hard work in elite golf

Freddie's experience at regional and final Open qualifying at Hollinwell, playing with Oliver Wilson and Robert Rock
And we discuss our topic of the week - "How to handle first tee nerves?" where Freddie talks us through a video of him teeing off at final open qualifying and how he handles nerves and pressure on the golf course.

We hope you enjoyed this episode of golfsocial - please rate us and send us any feedback @golfsocialtv on all platforms or email us [email protected] with literally any feedback / questions / ideas for guests etc.! Please do us a favour and follow the podcast (it's free!) on whatever platform you are using.

All the best, Michael and Toby
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1h 9min
February 01, 2023Ep1 - Interview with JayTim Golf (6 months to scratch) - Golf Social Podcast Episode 1
In the first episode under our new brand, Golf Social (formerly The Roll Up Golf Podcast), we interview golf content creator Jack (@jaytimgolf on TikTok).
Our aim with the Golf Social podcast is 'Sharing the stories of people who love golf', we hope you enjoy the episode!
With Jack we kick off with our quickfire "ParBreakers", and then we cover:
how he got into golf

the highs and lows from his 6 months to scratch journey - where he played and documented 180 days of golf in a row with mixed results!

his biggest lessons learned from trying to get to scratch in 6 months

his inspiration behind and general thoughts on golf content creation

the piece of content he wished he had created
And we all discuss our topic of the week - "Are content creators better ambassadors for the game of golf than tour pros?" which seems more relevant than ever with the recent Callaway, Taylormade, Grant Horvat, Micah Morris and GoodGood deals / drame flying around.
We hope you enjoy the first episode of golfsocial - please rate us and send us any feedback @golfsocialtv on all platforms or email us [email protected] with literally any feedback / questions / ideas for guests etc.!
Make sure to follow the podcast on whatever platform you are using.
Check out Michael's golf information website ⁠https://golflists.com/ ⁠
All the best,
Michael and Toby
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1h 1min
December 22, 2022The Roll Up - Golf Podcast: Ep11 - Golf New Year's Resolutions!
You are a golf legend! If you enjoy the golf podcast please share it with you golf / mates / club Whatsapp, subscribe, rate and review!
It makes a real difference to who discovers us!
In this episode:
Question of the week - Michael and Toby discuss the the greatest world cup final of all time - it was a quiet week in pro golf!

Topic of the week - Toby and Michael what our golfing new year resolutions are.
You can follow Michael @michaeljohngolf on TikTok, Instagram and Twitter, and Toby @TheRollUpGolf on Twitter and @rollupgolf on TikTok. Please send your question of the week to our Twitter.
You can also email questions, suggestions and feedback to [email protected] and don't forget to check out progress on Michael's golf-tech business at www.golfclublist.com.
Thank you for listening! If you enjoy the podcast please share it with you golf mates / club Whatsapp, subscribe, rate and review!
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43min
December 07, 2022The Roll Up - Golf Podcast: Ep10 - What Christmas gifts can you buy for golfers? And, describe your deathrow, last day of golf!
Thank you for listening! If you enjoy the golf podcast please share it with you golf / mates / club Whatsapp, subscribe, rate and review!
It makes a real difference to who discovers us!
In this episode:
Question of the week - Michael and Toby discuss the best Christmas gift ideas for golfers, considering the best gifts under £20, £100 and blank cheque. Covering book recommendations from authors, Mark Broadie, John Sherman and Butch Harmon as well as a gadget to improve your putting and much more.

Topic of the week - Toby and Michael discuss a scenario where they are on death row for extreme slow play and have been granted one final day of golf (their last 'golf' meal) describing who we would play with and where we would play. This led onto a discussion about many of our golfing idols including Tiger Woods, Rory Mcilroy, Jordan Spieth, Lydia Ko, Laura Davies, Linn Grant, Annika Sorenstam, Phil Mickelson, Charlie Woods and more...
You can follow Michael @michaeljohngolf on TikTok, Instagram and Twitter, and Toby @TheRollUpGolf on Twitter and @rollupgolf on TikTok. Please send your question of the week to our Twitter.
You can also email questions, suggestions and feedback to [email protected] and don't forget to check out progress on Michael's golf-tech business at www.golfclublist.com.
Thank you for listening! If you enjoy the podcast please share it with you golf mates / club Whatsapp, subscribe, rate and review!
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49min
November 16, 2022The Roll Up - Golf Podcast: Ep9 - Why single figure handicappers never win competitions? And, Planning the best lads' winter golf tour!
Thank you for listening! If you enjoy the podcast please share it with you golf / mates / club Whatsapp, subscribe, rate and review!
In this episode:
Question of the week - Michael and Toby discuss the statistics behind why low handicappers never win handicap competitions any more, and how the system needs to change.

Topic of the week - Toby and Michael discuss how to plan the perfect lads' golf tour in winter, including getting group together, picking the date and budget, selecting golf courses that stand up under heavy rain and setting up the most fun format for all!
You can follow Michael @michaeljohngolf on TikTok, Instagram and Twitter, and Toby @TheRollUpGolf on Twitter and @rollupgolf on TikTok. Please send your question of the week to our Twitter.
You can also email questions, suggestions and feedback to [email protected] and don't forget to check out progress on Michael's golf-tech business at www.golfclublist.com.
Thank you for listening! If you enjoy the podcast please share it with you golf mates / club Whatsapp, subscribe, rate and review!
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50min
November 02, 2022The Roll Up - Golf Podcast: Ep8 - How to make a lads golf trip more exciting? And, not choking during the round of your life!
In this episode:
Question of the week - Michael describes how to make a lads / buddies golf trip more exciting (with wristbands and an intricate fines and tax system)

Topic of the week - Toby talks through not choking during the round of his life, including dealing with playing partners commenting on your score, backing off shots, the inner monologue and managing negative thoughts
You can follow Michael @michaeljohngolf on TikTok, Instagram and Twitter, and Toby @TheRollUpGolf on Twitter and @rollupgolf on TikTok. Please send your question of the week to our Twitter.
You can also email questions, suggestions and feedback to [email protected] and don't forget to check out progress on Michael's golf-tech business at www.golfclublist.com.
Thank you for listening! If you enjoy the podcast please share it with you golf mates / club Whatsapp, subscribe, rate and review!
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47min
October 20, 2022The Roll Up - Golf Podcast: Ep7 - Setting goals for 2023, is a playing lesson value for money, Michael got married, and Toby did not break 100!
In this episode:
Michael joins us straight from his honeymoon

Toby reflects on shooting 104 weeks after recording the Break 100 pod

Question of the week - Is a playing lesson value for money?

Topic of the week - Our goals for 2023 and how we are going to achieve them?
You can follow Michael @michaeljohngolf on TikTok, Instagram and Twitter, and Toby @TheRollUpGolf on Twitter and @rollupgolf on Tiktok.
You can also email questions, suggestions and feedback to [email protected] and don't forget to check out progress on Michael's golf-tech business at www.golfclublist.com.
Thank you for listening! If you enjoy the podcast please subscribe, rate and review.
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47min
September 22, 2022The Roll Up - Golf Podcast: Ep6 - How to break 100? (and where to play golf in London)
In this episode:
Michael gives a round up of his recent purple patch and golf with JayTim and other TikTokers

Toby has his best round ever

Question of the week - Where are the best courses to play golf in London if you don't have a car?

Topic of the week - How can a beginner golfer break 100?
You can follow Michael @michaeljohngolf on TikTok, Instagram and Twitter, and Toby @TheRollUpGolf on Twitter. Please send your question of the week to our Twitter.
You can also email questions, suggestions and feedback to [email protected] and don't forget to check out progress on Michael's golf-tech business at www.golfclublist.com.
Thank you for listening! If you enjoy the podcast please share it with you golf mates Whatsapp, subscribe, rate and review!
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59min
September 09, 2022The Roll Up - Golf Podcast: Ep5 - How to choose and make the most out of a golf club membership?
In this episode:
Toby fauns over Old Head Golf Links in Ireland. Potentially the best golf course he has ever played...

Michael goes to the British Consulate in Istanbul and has an online golf lesson...

Question of the week - Is LIV compelling now it has had a decent winner and an exciting finish?

Topic of the week - How can new golfers and new joiners pick the right golf club to join and maximise your membership?
You can follow Michael @michaeljohngolf on TikTok, Instagram and Twitter, and Toby @TheRollUpGolf on Twitter.
You can also email questions, suggestions and feedback to [email protected] and don't forget to check out progress on Michael's golf-tech business at www.golfclublist.com.
Thank you for listening! If you enjoy the podcast please subscribe, rate and review.
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49min

FAQs about Golf Social:

How many episodes does Golf Social have?

The podcast currently has 24 episodes available.