PaddyTalksGolf

Two hundred episodes.

Six years of conversations.

Hundreds of hours recorded.

Countless guests.

Countless stories.

Episode 200 is more than a milestone. It is a reset.

In this episode, I reflect briefly on the journey so far and introduce the next evolution of PaddyTalks Golf.

The show now moves forward with four clear lanes:

🎙 Guest Interviews: Conversations with the people shaping Irish golf.

📈 Beyond Scratch: My personal pursuit of plus two and what everyday golfers can learn from it.

🏛 The Irish Golf Chronicles: Audio documentaries exploring the history, architecture and stories behind Ireland’s great clubs and championships.

🧠 State of the Game: Honest conversations about where golf is heading culturally and competitively.

This episode also launches the first instalment of Beyond Scratch:

Why This Is Not Really About Scratch.

Less than two percent of male golfers are scratch. Yet most golf content is aimed at them.

This series is not about chasing elite status.

It is about decision making.

Course management.

Eliminating doubles.

And helping the ninety eight percent score better without rebuilding their swing.

We explore:

• Why most golfers do not need a lesson. They need a plan.

• The role of ego in scoring.

• What Jack Nicklaus and Scottie Scheffler have in common.

• Why better decisions lower scores faster than better swings.

• And how this series will evolve moving forward.

If you are off twenty, fourteen, six, or chasing plus figures, this conversation applies.

Thank you for being part of the first two hundred.

Let us build the next two hundred properly.

🎧 New episodes weekly.

Tune in to the back catalogue wherever you get your podcasts or at www.paddytalksgolf.com

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This week on PaddyTalks Golf, powered by ForeGolf Custom, I sit down again with Mark Ruddy, a leading voice in golf club management and participation, whose work behind the scenes is shaping how golf clubs think about culture, community and long-term sustainability.

Mark previously joined us on Episode 145 to lift the lid on life as a General Manager. Since then, his focus has evolved with the creation of Grow Sport, a project designed to help clubs grow participation, improve culture and build environments where people genuinely feel welcome.

From early experiences in golf, to going all in on the sport, to challenging long-held assumptions about what “growing the game” actually means, Mark’s journey offers a rare and honest look at the engine room of Irish golf.

We dive into:

⛳ Mark’s earliest memories of golf and the moment he fully committed to working in the game.

🧠 The reality of golf club culture, the signals clubs send (often unintentionally), and why good intentions so often fall short.

🎯 What Grow Sport is, why it exists, who it’s really for, and the real return it offers golf clubs beyond membership numbers.

🔥 Why participation, atmosphere, and belonging matter more than ever for the future of clubs.

🎒 What golf can learn from other sports and what it has overcomplicated.

😂 Quick-fire moments, honest confessions, and a Candle-Lit Dinner Six to round out the show.

A real, thoughtful and insightful conversation about golf clubs, culture, participation and how the sport can grow without losing its soul.

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This week on PaddyTalks Golf, powered by ForeGolf Custom, I sit down with Ryan Gribben, one of Ireland’s most exciting young PGA professionals and coaches, whose passion for performance, short game mastery and real-world coaching has made him one of the most respected emerging voices in Irish golf.

From junior golf roots and elite amateur competition, to committing to the PGA pathway, to being recognised as Top Year 3 Trainee in the PGA in Ireland programme, Ryan’s journey is one of discipline, curiosity and relentless pursuit of improvement — both as a player and a mentor.

We dive into:

⛳ Ryan’s early days in golf, his competitive instincts, and the moments that shaped his playing career.

🧠 Why he chose the PGA route, what life as a trainee is really like, and what it meant to be recognised as a top performer in the programme.

🎯 His approach to coaching, especially around the short game, and what most golfers are getting completely wrong inside 50 yards.

🔥 What pressure really feels like in tournament golf.

🎒 The routines, practice habits and small details that separate good golfers from great ones.

😂 Quick-fire moments, confessions, and the stories that never make it onto Instagram.

A real, honest and insightful conversation about golf, growth, coaching, and how to score better without making the game complicated.

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This week on PaddyTalks Golf, powered by ForeGolf Custom, I sit down with Timmy Jordan, one of Ireland’s most exciting emerging golf creators whose honesty, passion and raw approach to documenting his journey has struck a chord with golfers everywhere.

From junior success and winning the Ulster Boys Amateur Open, to rebuilding his game in front of a camera, to navigating the pressure of performing publicly, Timmy has carved out a unique place in modern Irish golf media.

We dive into:

⛳ Timmy’s early days in golf, his competitive roots, and the lessons those years taught him.

📹 How filming his rounds changed everything, his mindset, his game, and his career.

🔥 The real pressure of creating content while trying to improve, and the behind-the-scenes moments he’s never shared before.

🧠 Mindset, consistency, and belief, especially during the moments when no one was watching.

🎒 The routines, habits, and quirks that make up “Timmy Jordan Golf.”

😂 His funniest golf moments, dream collabs, and the shot that lives rent-free in his head.

A genuine, honest, and deeply insightful conversation about golf, growth, vulnerability, and finding your voice both on and off the course.

Listen now at www.paddytalksgolf.com

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timmyjordangolf/?hl=en

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This week on PaddyTalks Golf, powered by ForeGolf Custom, I sit down with Matt Fryer — PGA Professional, Youtuber, content creator, coach, and host of The Golf Coach Podcast.

From growing up learning the game in Warrington, turning playing professional, getting his PGA qualification to building one of the UK’s most successful golf coaching channels on YouTube with over 250,000 subscribers and 50 million views, Matt has redefined what it means to be a modern PGA Pro.

We dive into:

⛳ Matt’s earliest golf memories and his playing days on tour.

📹 How he built an online coaching platform reaching golfers worldwide.

👨‍👦 Lessons learned from his dad and their shared passion for teaching.

📱 Why PGA Pros should go all-in on social media and how it can transform their business.

🔥 His content challenges and future plans.

A deep, insightful, and genuinely fun conversation about golf, growth and authenticity in the digital age.

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Website: https://www.mattfryergolf.co.uk

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What does the future of custom fitting look like? In this episode of PaddyTalks Golf I sit down with Derek Murray, founder of ForeGolf Custom, to explore how fitting is evolving in 2025 and what golfers need to know going forward.

From the rise of AI-driven data and precision builds to the timeless importance of the fitter’s eye, Derek breaks down how technology, craftsmanship, and golfer education are all shaping the next generation of equipment performance.

Whether you’re a gear junkie, a weekend golfer, or someone who’s never had a fitting before, this episode will change how you think about the clubs in your bag.

In this episode:

• The current state of custom fitting
• How AI, data and new tech are transforming the fitting process
• Why build quality and tolerances matter more than ever
• The most common myths golfers still believe about fitting
• Sustainability, innovation, and the future of golf equipment
• Community Q&A
• ForeGolf Custom’s approach to staying ahead of the curve

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This week on PaddyTalks Golf, proudly powered by ForeGolf Custom, I’m joined by performance coach Donal Scott for something I’ve never done on the pod before which is a full review of my own golf season.

Instead of just looking at scores and stats, Donal walks me through the same process he uses with players at every level: reflecting on performance, identifying blind spots, and separating what really matters from all the noise.

We dig into:

• 📊 Which stats actually tell the truth about your game
• 🧠 How to measure progress in your mental game
• 🏌️‍♂️ Why decision-making and course management cost more shots than you think
• 🔁 The difference between reviewing outcomes vs. reviewing your process
• 🎯 How to turn a season review into a focused plan for the off-season

Donal also shares a simple framework that any golfer can use to reflect on their year, whether you’re a scratch player chasing trophies or just trying to beat your mates at the weekend.

This conversation gave me plenty of home truths (😅) but also a clear plan to move forward. I think you’ll find loads here to apply to your own game.

For all back episodes and more, check out www.PaddyTalksGolf.com

The show is proudly powered by ForeGolf Custom, the award-winning team who build clubs made just for you. Learn more at ForeGolf.ie.

🎧 Listen in now, reflect on your season, and get ready to make next year your best golf yet.

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The Amgen Irish Open 2025 is back at The K Club, September 3rd–7th, and this year it’s more than just golf it’s a full festival of sport, music, food, family fun, and world-class fan experiences.

In this special preview episode, I break down everything you need to know before heading to Straffan:

✅ The Golf: Rory McIlroy chasing another Irish Open title, Shane Lowry on home soil, and a star-studded field featuring Pádraig Harrington, Séamus Power, Luke Donald, Francesco Molinari, Danny Willett, Jhonattan Vegas and more.

✅ Fan Experiences & Activations:

• The Academy – free PGA coaching
• The Arcade – VR & gaming
• Beat the Pro – how to pre-register for your shot on the 12th
• Rory’s Q&A – Thursday in the Championship Village
• Grand Slam Trophies on display all week
• Kids Zone – the biggest ever, and how to get kids’ tickets free

✅ Food, Drink & Music: Gourmet street food, the Summer House champagne bar by the 16th, craft drinks, and live music with The Stunning (Saturday) and Simple Things (Sunday).

✅ Travel Tips:

• Free public parking & shuttle info
• Ticket+ priority parking & hospitality access
• Train + Expressway shuttle (€15 return)
• Local buses, walking routes, and taxi drop-offs
• Accessibility info: Blue Badge parking, mobility scooter hire

✅ Paddy’s Fan Checklist: 5 things you need to sort before leaving home to make your day hassle-free.

Whether you’re chasing Rory’s autograph, bringing the family for a day out, or just want to soak up the atmosphere with a pint by the 16th, this episode is your ultimate guide to getting the best value and craic from your Irish Open experience.

🎧 Listen now and be tournament-ready. For the full back catalogue check out www.paddytalksgolf.com

🔗 Useful Links:

• 🎟️ Tickets & Premium Packages: tickets.europeantour.com
• 🏌️ Beat the Pro Pre-Registration: DP World Tour Irish Open Spectator Info
• ♿ Accessibility & Mobility Booking: eventmobility.org.uk | Email: [email protected]
• 🚌 Travel Info: Amgen Irish Open Travel Guide

💡 PaddyTalks Golf is powered by ForeGolf Custom – Ireland’s leading custom fitting specialists. Don’t buy off the rack. Get fit. Get ForeGolf at www.foregolf.ie

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Patrick Koenig has built a life around golf, photography, and adventure. From discovering the game as a kid, to creating the legendary RGV Tour (yes, a road trip built around golf!), Patrick’s journey is as inspiring as it is entertaining.

In this episode, we dive into:

📸 How Patrick got into golf and turned it into his career

🚐 The origins and wild stories from the RGV Tour

⛳️ His love for golf photography and capturing the game’s spirit

🇮🇪 Why the Experience Ireland Golf & Travel (EIGT) Tour is so special

🌅 And why “Golden Hour” just hits differently in Ireland

Patrick also shares his perspective on how golf connects people, places, and moments—and why chasing fairways can lead to some of life’s best memories.

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For more on Patrick, check out his work at pjkoenig.com and follow him on Instagram @pjkoenig.

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Liam Power has been making waves in Irish golf, and in this episode he shares the journey that has brought him to this point, from his early beginnings to competing at the highest level. Liam sits down with me to talk about the grind, the breakthroughs, and what it takes to keep pushing forward.

For more episodes of PaddyTalks Golf, visit www.paddytalksgolf.com

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