This week on The Mulligan Man Podcast, we share a story that goes far beyond birdies, bogeys, and what happens on the scorecard.

Ryan sits down with Luis Mejica, a retired U.S. Army combat veteran and participant in the NJ HEROES Tour, along with Christina Paulsen, Foundation Manager at the New Jersey Golf Foundation and Director of the NJ HEROES Tour.

Luis opens up about his military service, the transition back home, his struggles with PTSD, and how golf became an important part of his journey. For Luis, the game provided much more than a hobby. It gave him an outlet, friendships, camaraderie, community, and a place where he could feel connected again.

Christina takes us behind the scenes of the NJ HEROES Tour, how the program began, the veterans it serves, and the incredible work being done through the New Jersey Golf Foundation, PGA Professionals, and PGA HOPE to use golf as a vehicle for healing and connection.

This is one of those conversations that reminds us why we started this podcast in the first place. Everybody has a golf story, but sometimes that story is about much more than golf.

🎙️ A powerful conversation about service, healing, friendship, purpose, and the ability of this game to change lives.

This week on The Mulligan Man Podcast, Ryan is joined by returning co-host Bobby Smith and Rich Kennedy from NJ Golf, who helps organize and run NJ Golf Member Golf Days and the Ultimate Team Event (UTE).

We start with Rich’s story and his journey with NJ Golf before diving into the history of the Member Golf Days, how the idea came together, what goes into organizing them, and why they’ve become such a great way for golfers to experience courses throughout New Jersey.

Ryan and Bobby also take you inside their recent Member Golf Day at New Jersey National, an experience they enjoyed so much that they immediately started looking at the schedule for the next one.

Then we head to Neshanic Valley for the Ultimate Team Event (UTE). Rich breaks down how the event works, the different formats, the strategy behind building a team, and what makes the UTE such a unique golf experience.

If you’re a golfer in New Jersey and haven’t explored everything NJ Golf has to offer, this episode might have you signing up for your first event.

We're talking birdies, bogeys, and everything in between....Because everybody’s got a golf story.

Bobby Smith is back on The Mulligan Man Podcast!

This time, we get to know Bobby a little better and talk about his journey in golf, going through the PGA Associate Program, and preparing to take his Player Ability Test.

Then we head down the Jersey Shore to break down Stone Harbor Golf Club. We give our thoughts on the course, discuss the newly renovated layout, the changes being made, and what makes Stone Harbor such a unique golf experience.

From chasing a career in golf to breaking down one of South Jersey’s most interesting courses, there’s plenty to get into on this one.

Because everybody’s got a golf story.

Episode 5 takes us to one of New Jersey's premier golf clubs!

Ryan is joined by his friend Bobby Smith to recap an incredible day at New Jersey National Golf Club during an NJ Golf Member Golf Day.

The two discuss the course, the event, the hospitality, and why NJ Golf's Member Golf Days are one of the best benefits available to golfers across the state. They also share stories from the round, talk about meeting fellow golfers, and explain why they signed up for another Member Golf Day on the ride home.

If you love discovering great golf courses, learning about the New Jersey golf community, and hearing authentic golf stories, this episode is for you!

How good is Rock Spring Golf Club?

In this episode of The Mulligan Man Podcast Course Reviews, I'm taking an in-depth look at Rock Spring Golf Club and breaking down what makes this historic New Jersey course such a fun place to play.

From the layout and conditioning to the strategy, pace of play, scenery, and overall experience, every course is evaluated using my golf course rating system.

⭐ Final Rating: 8.50 / 10

In this review, I cover:
⛳ Course layout and design
🌳 Conditioning and overall presentation
🏌️ Shot values and playability
🏠 Clubhouse and amenities
💰 Overall value
📊 Final rating and why it earned an 8.50

Do you agree with the rating?

I'd love to hear what you think. Leave your score for Rock Spring Golf Club in the comments below!

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Because everybody's got a golf story.

Brian Mackey, Director of Instruction at BallenIsles Country Club, joins The Mulligan Man Podcast to share the story behind his remarkable 24-Hour Golf Marathon benefiting veterans.

Brian discusses the inspiration for the event, what it's like to play golf for 24-straight hours, and the lessons he learned from spending an entire day on the course for a meaningful cause.

We also talk instruction, player development, practice habits, and some of the best stories from a career spent teaching the game.

A fun conversation about golf, perseverance, and giving back through the game we all love.

Chris Gabriele's path to the PGA Championship came down to one hole.

After a week of battling at the PGA Professional Championship at Bandon Dunes, Chris needed something special on his final hole. What happened next earned him a spot in the PGA Championship and the opportunity to compete against some of the best players in the world.

In this episode, Chris joins The Mulligan Man Podcast to share the story behind that unforgettable moment, what it was like playing in a major championship, and the realities of life as a Head Golf Professional at Old Westbury Golf & Country Club.

We also talk golf instruction, tournament pressure, favorite courses, golf trips, and the moments that keep all of us coming back to the game.

Because every golfer has a story.

Welcome to Episode 1 of The Mulligan Man Podcast.

In this opening episode, host Ryan Kulat introduces the vision behind the show, the story behind the name “The Mulligan Man Podcast,” and what listeners can expect moving forward. This podcast is built around real golf conversations; the good rounds, the bad rounds, and all the moments that make golfers keep coming back.

Whether you’re a scratch golfer, or somebody still trying to break 100… this podcast is for you.

The Mulligan Man Podcast will feature rotating guest co-hosts ranging from competitive golfers to high handicappers with great stories to tell. Part interview, part 19th hole, this show is designed for every type of golfer.

🎙️ Full episode now live on YouTube

🎧 Available wherever you get your podcasts

New episodes drop every 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month.

And remember… everybody’s got a golf story.