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Josh Smith is a landscape oil painter whose work has become a favorite among top golf architects, PGA Tour players, and natural golf lovers, with supporters like Tom Doak, Bill Coore, Ben Crenshaw, and Tom Lehman. His paintings have been featured at iconic West Coast clubs like Bandon Dunes, Pebble Beach, San Francisco Golf Club, and Cypress Point, and he recently expanded into plein air painting after starting his career in Sedona, Arizona.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, we talk about his work at Orinda Country Club, get an update on FlagBag, and dive into his oil painting journey, how he got started, what it costs to begin, and what he does when a painting doesn't go as planned. He also shares his favorite places to paint, including Cypress Point, and where he's finding inspiration for his next piece. This was a colorful conversation and an honor having Josh back on the show. Let's tee off.

eGolf Waiver is a cloud-based digital platform that helps golf courses replace traditional paper waivers with an efficient electronic system. The platform streamlines the collection and storage of liability waivers, especially for golf cart rentals and equipment use, enhancing risk management, saving time and printing costs, and improving the experience for both members and guests.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, James gives an overview of eGolf Waiver and how it helps clubs reduce insurance premiums. He also explains why cloud-based solutions matter, highlights their global client list, and shares the connection to Contractor-HQ. We also get into PCI compliance and the training materials available. This conversation was focused on risk, and it was an honor having James back on the show. Let's tee off.

Hypnosis Fore Golf is run by Steve Woods, a registered hypnotist, author, and speaker with 20+ years' experience helping golfers reduce anxiety and overcome mental barriers. He offers customized programs through private sessions, workshops, and speaking engagements, and supports organizations and charities beyond golf.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Steve breaks down what hypnosis really is and shares his journey to launching Hypnosis Fore Golf. We also dig into his free strategy sessions, his work with clients including the British Medical Association, and his involvement with England & Wales Blind Golf. Steve addresses potential side effects of hypnosis, reflects on life in England, and gives us a preview of his plans to write a book. This was a hypnotic conversation, and it was an honor to have Steve on the show. Let's tee off.

Arrowood Golf Course is an 18-hole, par-71 championship course in Oceanside, California, designed by Ted Robinson Jr. The layout offers scenic views and challenges for all skill levels, with multiple tee options, practice facilities, and amenities like the Flight Deck range experience, Fairways Kitchen & Bar, and weekly events.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Tom shares his journey to Arrowood, breaks down The Quandary, and talks about his work with the PGA of America and his time at West Point, plus what they're doing with their Toptracer®️ range. He also introduces his leadership team, opens up about what keeps him up at night, and previews a video featured on their website. This was an unforgettable conversation and an honor to have Tom on the show. Let's tee off.

Desert Willow Golf Resort is a public golf resort in Palm Desert, California, known for offering a high-end desert golf experience with two 18-hole championship courses, practice facilities, instruction through its golf academy, and on-site amenities like dining and event hosting, making it a popular destination for both local golfers and visitors to the Coachella Valley.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Derek shares a breakdown of both golf courses and talks about his journey with the PGA of America, including the PAT. He talks about the club's mobile app, highlights the chef and the food and beverage programming, and talks about the designers behind the golf courses. He also shares the awards the club has earned, the outside events they host, and introduces the team, including a starter who played in the Super Bowl. This was a heartfelt conversation and an honor to have Derek on the show. Let's tee off.

Par Six Media is a Vancouver-based golf-focused digital marketing and content production agency. In plain terms: they help golf courses, golf clubs, and golf brands grow their visibility and engagement through modern content and digital strategy.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Colby shares how he got started, the content he was creating on YouTube, the services his company offers, and the process and plans behind their work. He also highlights some of their clients, explains their core values, introduces the team, and reflects on his time working in the film industry. This was an energetic conversation, and it an honor having Colby on the show. Let's tee off.

Candy & Junk is a golf gambling handbook and tracking system built for golfers who like to add friendly competition to their rounds. It breaks down a wide range of on-course betting games by explaining how each format works, what the rules are, and how to keep the action organized from tee to green. Alongside the game guide, Candy & Junk also offers a scorecard-style tracking tool designed to make it easier for groups to record side bets, points, and payouts without confusion.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Chris talks about his book, where the idea came from, and how he built it. He breaks down how the book is laid out, who it's written for, and we get into how a copy ended up on my desk. We also talk about how handicaps affect games out on the course, his passion for music, and his time at Brentwood Country Club. This was an awesome conversation and an honor to have Chris on the show. Let's tee off.

SmashSwing Immersive Golf is a next-generation golf entertainment and simulation system that blends sports, gaming, and social play into an immersive experience. Unlike traditional single-player simulators, SmashSwing offers large-format, multiplayer environments where multiple players can hit at the same time into giant projected screens with dynamic, interactive content for golfers and non-golfers alike.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, we dive into TJ's vision for SmashSwing and the technology powering it, along with their growth plans for the new year. TJ also compares SmashSwing to other golf entertainment venues like Topgolf. We get into the details club leaders really want to know, including what the hitting surface feels like, the size of the screens, what it costs to bring SmashSwing to your club, and what the installation process looks like from start to finish.

This was an eye-opening conversation, and I'm honored to have TJ on the show. Let's tee off.

The Club at ArrowCreek is a private, member-owned golf and social club located in Southwest Reno, Nevada. It is best known for offering two private 18-hole championship golf courses, along with a wide range of lifestyle amenities and a strong community focus.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Karen gives us a great overview of the Club and shares what her fun title really means, plus what a "normal" day looks like behind the scenes. We also talk about the weather in Reno and some of the best things to do in the area. Karen also walks us through her journey to The Club at ArrowCreek, explains the SHRM Certified Professional designation, and shares how her education and growth in the industry have shaped her leadership. And you'll also get to meet Zipper! This was such a fun and inspiring conversation, and it was an honor having Karen on the show. Let's tee off!

Otey Crisman Putters are golf putting clubs with a notable place in golf history and equipment craftsmanship — both as vintage collectible clubs and as modern hand-built putters inspired by that heritage.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Steve gives an overview of Otey Crisman Putters, sharing how these iconic putters have recorded five wins at Augusta. He walks us through how the putter has evolved over time, discusses headcovers and proper putter maintenance, and explains why hickory shafts remain such an important part of the story. We also talk about how technology has advanced, the role confidence plays when standing over the ball, and why these putters have a "soul." This was a historic conversation and an honor to have Steve on the show. Let's tee it off.