Ep. 48: Golf Tips editor Vic Williams’ Emergency 9 golf-travel quiz
After a great Scotland Week episode about Trump Turnberry and more, Golf Tips editor Vic Williams returns to tackle the Emergency 9 questionnaire, highlighting his favorites from the world of golf travel, including Oregon’s Bandon Dunes, Arizona’s Enchantment Resort, Idaho’s Circling Raven and New Mexico’s Black Mesa.
33m Mar 02, 2017
33m
Ep. 47: Emergency 9 with Ru Macdonald, Scottish Golf Podcast
Scotland Week guest Ru Macdonald of Scottish Golf Podcast returns for his Emergency 9 golf-travel quiz, talking everything from Scotch vs. Craft Beer to golfing with your dog and bucket-list destinations such as Cruden Bay, Australia’s Sandbelt, the Rufflets St. Andrews hotel and the unheralded Fraserburgh Golf Club.
21m Feb 28, 2017
21m
Ep. 46: Emergency 9 with Lorne Rubenstein, “A Season in Dornoch” author
Our Scotland Week guests return for the Emergency 9 golf-travel quiz, beginning with famed Canadian golf writer Lorne Rubenstein, author of “A Season in Dornoch,” discussing everything from Cabo to Canada with stops in Japan, England, Ireland and, of course, his beloved Scottish linksland.
28m Feb 27, 2017
28m
Ep. 45: Old Course caddie stories from FOX Sports’ Shane Bacon
Our first-ever Scotland Week comes to an close with FOX Sports’ Shane Bacon recalling his days as a caddie on the historic Old Course, complete with entertaining stories and insider tips from a man who truly loves St. Andrews.
23m Feb 24, 2017
23m
Ep. 44: Scotland Week with craftsman Tim Alpaugh talking history and hickories
Author and master craftsman Tim Alpaugh visits “Talking GolfGetaways” for a Scotland Week conversation about his travels with hickory golf clubs and how his love of history led him to experience — and share — the roots of the game.
37m Feb 23, 2017
37m
Talking GolfGetaways, Scotland Week, Ep. 43: Tales of Trump Turnberry from Golf Tips’ Vic Williams
Scotland Week on “Talking GolfGetaways” continues with Golf Tips Editor Vic Williams joining co-hosts Mitch and Darin to discuss his recent journey to Trump Turnberry, Royal Aberdeen, Castle Stuart and the Fairmont St. Andrews Bay resort, plus a few hidden gems.
32m Feb 22, 2017
32m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 42: Scottish Golf Podcast’s Ru Macdonald offers key tips for your next links golf getaway
Scottish Golf Podcast host Ru Macdonald joins “Talking GolfGetaways” for Scotland Week to discuss links golf in the country’s North and West regions, plus offers tips for planning a memorable trip that goes well beyond the marquee courses everyone knows.
27m Feb 21, 2017
27m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 41: Scotland Week begins with Canadian golf writer Lorne Rubenstein, author of “A Season in Dornoch”
Famed Canadian golf writer Lorne Rubenstein kicks off Scotland Week on “Talking GolfGetaways” by joining co-hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch for a conversation about his “Season in Dornoch” and his longtime love of links golf.
24m Feb 20, 2017
24m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 38: 18 Favorite Places to Stay on a Golf Trip (Part 3)
In Part 3 of our five-episode “Talking GolfGetaways” series of our 18 Favorite Places to Stay, co-hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch count down their personal Nos. 13-9 with appearances from some of golf greatest destinations, including Palm Springs, Monterey, Nebraska, North Carolina and the Oregon coast.
25m Feb 19, 2017
25m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 40: 18 Favorite Places to Stay on a Golf Trip (Part 4)
In the final installment of our five-episode “Talking GolfGetaways” 18 Favorite Places to Stay series, co-hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch count down the Final Four for each, heading back for more in Scotland, Oregon and Monterey while also remembering visits to Kenya and French Polynesia.
27m Feb 19, 2017
27m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 39: 18 Favorite Places to Stay on a Golf Trip (Part 4)
In Part 4 of our five-episode “Talking GolfGetaways” series of our 18 Favorite Places to Stay, co-hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch count down Nos. 8-5, including mentions of such outstanding places to stay as California Gold Country, the Canadian Rockies, a Santa Barbara secret and an ultra-hip Scottsdale hotspot.
17m Feb 19, 2017
17m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 37: 18 Favorite Places to Stay on a Golf Trip (Part 2)
In Part 2 of our five-episode “Talking GolfGetaways” series of our 18 Favorite Places to Stay, co-hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch count down Nos. 18-14, highlighting unforgettable accommodations everywhere from California, Idaho, Florida, Wisconsin and South Carolina to Los Cabos, Kauai and even Paris.
28m Feb 19, 2017
28m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 36: 18 Favorite Places to Stay on a Golf Trip (Part 1)
In Part 1 of our five-episode “Talking GolfGetaways” series of our 18 Favorite Places to Stay, co-hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch discuss the four lodging all-stars that make both of our lists, highlighting the best of West Virginia, Nova Scotia, Florida and Scotland.
30m Feb 16, 2017
30m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 35: Traveling golfer Daniel Miles talks Cabot Cliffs, the Emergency 9 and steak for breakfast at Bandon Dunes
Avid golf traveler Daniel Miles joins “Talking GolfGetaways” as co-host Darin Bunch goes rogue on a late-night interview without Mitch Laurance, talking about Cabot Cliffs and offering a variety of answers to our Emergency 9 golf-travel quiz.
32m Feb 13, 2017
32m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 34: Golf Photographer Brian Oar’s Emergency 9 Dives into Scotland, Nebraska, Nexbelts and More
In this “Talking GolfGetaways” Emergency 9 quiz, golf photographer Brian Oar details his favorite courses, destinations, resorts and memories from a career digitally capturing some of golf’s greatest landscapes across the country and around the world.
45m Jan 17, 2017
45m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 33: Los Cabos’ Quivira with Golf Photographer (Extraordinaire) Brian Oar
Golf photographer extraordinaire Brian Oar joins “Talking GolfGetaways” hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch for a discussion about Quivira, the extraordinary cliffside golf course in Los Cabos designed by Jack Nicklaus, plus the Pueblo Bonito Pacifica resort just down the beach.
20m Jan 17, 2017
20m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 32: California’s Pelican Hill golf resort with Fox Sports’ Shane Bacon
FOX Sports personality Shane Bacon joins “Talking GolfGetaways” co-hosts Darin Bunch and Mitch Laurance to reflect on a visit to The Resort at Pelican Hill, which features 36 holes of Tom Fazio-designed golf, unparalleled vistas and an unforgettable golf-travel getaway experience in Orange County, California.
18m Jan 10, 2017
18m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 31: Golf Course Ratings Editor Eric Hart defends his personal “Top 50 Courses You Can Play” List
After a week’s worth of Golf News Net posts detailing The Mobile Golfer’s Top 50 Golf Courses You Can Play in America, ratings editor Eric N. Hart joins “Talking GolfGetaways” to discuss and defend some of his more controversial selections, plus engage co-hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch in a broader exploration of “best lists” and the intricacies, challenges and pitfalls of comparing the c...
50m Jan 09, 2017
50m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 30: Emergency 9 golf-travel quiz with Tobacco Road’s Mark Stewart
In the final episode of our three-part series about North Carolina’s highly acclaimed Tobacco Road golf course, co-owner Mark Stewart joins “Talking GolfGetaways” for the now-legendary Emergency 9 golf-travel questionnaire with his favorite answers to some of our favorite golf-related queries.
23m Dec 23, 2016
23m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 29: Inside Tobacco Road golf with co-owner Mark Stewart
Iconoclast golf course designer Mike Strantz is at the center of this “Talking GolfGetaways” conversation with Mark Stewart, co-owner of Tobacco Road golf in the historic Pinehurst region of North Carolina. Hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch talk with Stewart about Strantz’ design and desire to make golf a visual experience that tempts and taunts all players who tee it up at courses such as T...
35m Dec 22, 2016
35m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep 28: The Legacy of Mike Strantz’ golf design, with Tobacco Road co-owner Mark Stewart
Iconoclast golf course designer Mike Strantz is at the center of this “Talking GolfGetaways” conversation with Mark Stewart, co-owner of Tobacco Road golf in the historic Pinehurst region of North Carolina. Hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch talk with Stewart about Strantz’ design and desire to make golf a visual experience that tempts and taunts all players who tee it up at courses such as T...
27m Dec 21, 2016
27m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 27: World traveler Drew Binsky’s globe-circling Emergency 9 golf-travel quiz
Snapchat travel guru Drew Binsky takes time off the road to answer the “Talking GolfGetaways” Emergency 9 golf-travel quiz, featuring everything from golf in Vietnam, South Korea and Fiji to some of the craziest things he’s ever eaten (he’s willing to try pretty much anything once).
16m Dec 19, 2016
16m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 26: Snapchat travel guru Drew Binksy golfs his way around the world
Social media travel guru Drew Binksy joins “Talking GolfGetaways” to talk about playing golf in some of the world’s most extreme locales, plus his life circling the globe, getting an up-close look at the 2016 Olympics gold-medal round, playing “sand golf” in India, and how the game grabbed him from an early age.
21m Dec 19, 2016
21m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 23: Actor Marc McClure’s true “Emergency” 9 golf-travel quiz
Actor Marc McClure, of “Superman” Jimmy Olsen and “Back to the Future” fame, takes the Emergency 9 golf-travel quiz with some crucial advice for husbands golfing with their wives, as well as possibly the coolest “Place You Wish Everyone Knew About” answer we’ve heard yet.
23m Dec 16, 2016
23m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 24: Mossy Oak and Mississippi golf with Golf Advisor’s Jason Deegan
Golf Advisor’s Jason Deegan joins “Talking GolfGetaways” once again, this time to discuss the ultimate Mississippi pairing of Old Waverly Golf Club and the new Mossy Oak course, designed by red-hot architect Gil Hanse.
14m Dec 16, 2016
14m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 25: Up the Fun Factor by trying something new on your next golf trip
Ever think about doing something “different” on your next golf trip? 196-Hole Match? 3-Club Scramble? 19th Hole Shootout? Alternate Shot? Hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch offer up a variety of suggestions to spice up your getaways with alternative formats, fun games and cool extras at courses across the country in Episode 25 of the “Talking GolfGetaways” podcast.
24m Dec 16, 2016
24m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 22: Actor Marc McClure on Palm Springs golf, Tobacco Road and an unforgettable career
Actor, all-around good guy and hole-in-one machine Marc McClure (“Superman” and “Back to the Future”) joins old friend Mitch Laurance and co-host Darin Bunch for a wide-ranging (very, very wide-ranging) discussion about golf, acting, Palm Springs, North Carolina’s Tobacco Road and Eric Stoltz (for some reason we still can’t figure out). Join the fun in this extended — and quite different — Epis...
35m Dec 14, 2016
35m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 21: Palm Springs, La Quinta Resort and Desert Life
“Talking GolfGetaways” hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch talking about Palm Springs — everything from La Quinta Resort & Spa to new dining discoveries and nearby Joshua Tree National Park, plus a classic story about a celebrity group whose golf cart ends up in a bunker.
27m Dec 12, 2016
27m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 19: Golf Kitchen’s Diana DeLucia
Diana DeLucia, creator of the Golf Kitchen coffee-table book and GolfKitchen.com, visits “Talking GolfGetaways” to discuss her latest project that includes food from some of the world’s greatest golf clubs.
32m Dec 09, 2016
32m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 20: Winged Foot Executive Chef Rhy Waddington
Rhy Waddington, executive chef at the famed Winged Foot Golf Club (host of the 2020 U.S. Open) visits “Talking GolfGetaways” for a conversation about food, golf and more — plus takes his turn at the Emergency 9 golf-travel quiz.
22m Dec 09, 2016
22m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 18: Emergency 9 with Golf Advisor’s Jason Deegan
Golf Advisor’s Jason Deegan takes the Emergency 9 golf-travel quiz on this episode of “Talking GolfGetaways with Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch,” discussing everything from Ireland to New Zealand lamb to Gold Mountain — plus why we all believe in #StruieForever at Royal Dornoch.
15m Dec 08, 2016
15m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 17: Golf Advisor’s Jason Deegan discusses Las Vegas and new ownership at Royal Links
Golf Advisor’s Jason Deegan stops by “Talking GolfGetaways” to talk about new ownership at Royal Links, one of Las Vegas’ most unique golf experiences, as well as favorite places to stay and play.
13m Dec 07, 2016
13m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 16: South Korea and remote-controlled carts with Jason Deegan, Golf Advisor
Fresh off his trip to South Korea, Golf Advisor’s Jason Deegan joins “Talking GolfGetaways” for a lively discussion about golf on the other side of the world, including private and public tracks, night golf and remote-controlled golf carts.
18m Dec 07, 2016
18m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 15: Pacific Gales architect Dave Esler takes our Emergency 9 golf-travel quiz
Dave Esler, golf course architect and partner in Oregon’s stunning new Pacific Gales project, takes the Emergency9 golf travel quiz.
17m Dec 01, 2016
17m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 14: Architect Dave Esler discusses Oregon’s Pacific Gales golf project
In this episode of “Talking GolfGetaways,” we’re breaking a little news — sort of. Hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch welcome architect Dave Esler to discuss the latest happenings with the new Pacific Gales golf project expected to break ground along the Oregon Coast (about 30 minutes south of Bandon) in 2017.
30m Dec 01, 2016
30m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 13: Emergency 9 golf-travel quiz with Sand Valley’s Michael Keiser Jr.
After two podcasts focusing on Wisconsin’s Sand Valley Golf Resort and the Keiser family golf universe, Michael Keiser Jr. joins “Talking GolfGetaways” hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch for a highly anticipated “Emergency 9” golf-travel quiz.
30m Nov 29, 2016
30m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 12: Michael Keiser Jr. talks Sheep Ranch and the expanding Keiser Golf Universe
In our second episode with Michael Keiser Jr., “Talking GolfGetaways” hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch dive deeply into Michael’s own journey through the Keiser Golf Universe — how Bandon Dunes, Barnbougle Dunes in Tasmania and medical office buildings in Chicago are all part of the tapestry of Michael’s path to managing partner for project development and his newest project, the unfolding ...
23m Nov 29, 2016
23m
Talking GolfGetaways, Ep. 11: Wisconsin’s new Sand Valley Golf Resort with Michael Keiser Jr.
Bandon Dunes. Cabot Links. Two instantly recognizable names in the world of golf travel — and two of the world’s most highly regarded destinations. So what’s next from mastermind Mike Keiser and his hard-working team?
28m Nov 29, 2016
28m
Talking GolfGetaways, Episode 10: Family Travel Editor Eric Hart takes the Emergency 9 golf quiz
GolfGetaways Family Travel Editor Eric Hart takes the Emergency 9 golf quiz. You’ll learn why parts of Scotland and Canada belong in a class by themselves, and why New Zealand and Australia better prepare for a visit.
28m Nov 21, 2016
28m
Talking GolfGetaways, Episode 9: Eric Hart’s top 5 family-fun golf resorts in Florida
GolfGetaways Family Travel Editor Eric Hart tries to narrow his favorite family-friendly Florida resorts to only five.
34m Nov 21, 2016
34m
Talking GolfGetaways, Episode 8: Eric Hart knows how to put the fun into family golf vacations
On this episode of “Talking GolfGetaways,” hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch welcome one-of-a-kind contributor Eric Hart, who talks about his things to look out for in a family resort.
26m Nov 21, 2016
26m
Talking GolfGetaways, Episode 7: Ryan Ballengee takes our Emergency 9 golf-travel quiz
GNN founder Ryan Ballengee again joins Darin Bunch and Mitch Laurance to take the Emergency 9 golf travel quiz.
17m Nov 21, 2016
17m
Talking GolfGetaways, Episode 6: GNN's Ryan Ballengee talks travel while covering the PGA Tour
Hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch welcome Ryan Ballengee, founder of Golf News Net on this episode
21m Nov 21, 2016
21m
Ep5, Talking GolfGetaways: The Story of Us
Closing out the first week of “Talking GolfGetaways” podcasts, Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch have some fun discussing one of their favorite topics — themselves — giving listeners insight into how they met, how the show got started and why they embarked on an ambitious 5-shows-per-week format. They also recap some rejected potential names for […] The post Ep5, Talking GolfGetaways: The Story o...
23m Nov 18, 2016
23m
Ep4, Talking GolfGetaways: Top 3 Bucket-List Destinations
In this episode of “Talking GolfGetaways,” Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch count down their personal Top 3 golf bucket-listers — and aren’t surprised to realize one destination shares the top spot of both of their lists. “What exactly makes something bucket list worthy?” is also a question they explore in the context of planning golf […] The post Ep4, Talking GolfGetaways: Top 3 Bucket-List Des...
20m Nov 17, 2016
20m
Ep3, Talking GolfGetaways: Choosing the Best Course to Maximize Your Fun Factor
In this episode of “Talking GolfGetaways with Mitch & Darin,” we examine fun and playability as it relates to bucket-list courses such as Gamble Sands, Chambers Bay, Whistling Straits, Castle Stuart and more. Plus we offer up tips to make your golf getaways more fun by trying different sets of tees to get a new […] The post Ep3, Talking GolfGetaways: Choosing the Best Course to Maximize Your F...
22m Nov 16, 2016
22m
Ep2, Talking GolfGetaways: Showers, Golf and More
In Episode 2 of “Talking GolfGetaways with Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch,” the hosts dive into Darin’s Emergency 9 answers, which include his favorite place to play anywhere on the planet — plus the piece of golf apparel he can’t live without and the reason why he is known as a complete “shower whore”. The […] The post Ep2, Talking GolfGetaways: Showers, Golf and More appeared first on GolfGe...
28m Nov 15, 2016
28m
Ep1, Talking GolfGetaways: What’s Your Emergency 9?
The inaugural episode of the daily “Talking GolfGetaways with Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch” podcast dives into the Emergency 9 golf-travel questionnaire, with Mitch offering up his favorite answers to our favorite questions across the golf-travel spectrum. Mitch and Darin talk St. Andrews, Australia and more and invite listeners to offer up their Emergency 9 […] The post Ep1, Talking GolfGet...
25m Nov 15, 2016
25m
Golf Connections: Golphin Clubs Offer Fun Way for Kids to Learn the Game
Scotsman Calum McPherson wants to change your kids’ life in golf. And he’s doing just that, one set of award-winning junior clubs and one big partnership at a time. By MITCH LAURANCE — In this installment of “Golf Connections” recorded in January at the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, Florida, we’re connecting you with Calum […] The post Golf Connections: Golphin Clubs Offer Fun Way for Kids ...
11m May 24, 2016
11m
Golf Connections: Celebrate National Hickory Golf Day, Sunday May 1
Golfer Durel Billy is spreading the gospel of hickory golf across America from his home in the Pacific Northwest through an idea whose long-ago time has finally come By MITCH LAURANCE — October 13, 2013. That’s the day that Durel Billy, board member of the Washington State Golf Association and longtime golfer, found his true […] The post Golf Connections: Celebrate National Hickory Golf Day, S...
29m Apr 28, 2016
29m