Welcome to a special Masters edition of the Secret of St. Andrew's podcast, where we delve into the hidden connections between the Augusta National Golf Club and the old course in St. Andrew's. Join us as we explore the secrets of Augusta's wide fairways, undulating greens, and the influence of Bobby Jones, a man beloved on both sides of the Atlantic. Discover how this legendary golfer's passion for St. Andrew's shaped one of the most iconic golf courses in the world!

Throughout the "Secret of St. Andrew's" podcast, listeners will embark on a journey through 18th-century Scotland, exploring the intertwining of a bloody civil war, the Scottish Enlightenment, the emergence of private golf clubs, and the parallel events leading up to the Revolutionary War in America. Each episode builds up to the mystery surrounding St. Andrews, revealing secrets that have been closely guarded through oral history, including a significant revelation shared with golf legend Bobby Jones. Through academic research, interviews, and detective work, the podcast aims to connect historical dots, shedding light on the resilience and bravery of Scottish and American patriots, and drawing parallels to contemporary challenges in politics and the world of golf.

It's the week of the Open Championship, the fourth and final major of the 2022 golf season, and Jack Nicklaus has just been honored with the freedom of the Borough of St. Andrews. He is now 82 years of age and the third American to be granted honorary citizenship at the home of golf. The other two Americans were Bobby Jones in 1958 and Ben Franklin in 1759. As the story unfolds, it hints at a deeper, mysterious connection between the honored American golfers and a secret that has been passed down through generations. THIS is where our journey begins toward the Secret of St. Andrews!