Deep Rough

It's a new season, with a new sponsor (shout out to The Golf Bunker) and the boys are running with the same shit chat.  In the first episode of season two, the boys discuss the new partnership with The Golf Bunker, how it almost died before it started, some goals and of course we have a formalised interview. Rip in!  If you're looking to improve your game, can't get on to the course...

EMERGENCY POD!  We were invited into the newly opened Golf Bunker in Wellington to check it all out, have a crack on the Trackman and talk to our host Jimmy about what he is setting out to do with his new business!  If you're looking to improve your game, can't get on to the course or just want to slap a few around with the boys, head to the Golf Bunker and have a crack.  Ps this is the...

This is the last episode for season one. The boys welcome in former guest, now two-time guest Alex Coogan-Reeves to help recap the week that was in The Longdrive, discuss the year and set some goals for the future.  Sit back, relax and enjoy, we will see you in 2022, bigger, better and slightly more organised.  Remember, if you want our resident pro, James Betts to roast your swing, send it to us...

Following up last week's Super Fan Ben Turner, we have Just a Fan, Hayden Moore. The boys have been trying to get 'Moo' on the pod for all 34 episodes and for some reason he finally folded this week.  Sit back and enjoy! Remember, if you want our resident pro, James Betts to roast your swing, send it to us below.  Follow us: Instagram @Deep_Rough Facebook @DeepRoughPod Send us your...

This week Deep Rough Super Fan, Ben Turner joined the boys live in the Playhouse.  Despite his excitement of meeting Karl and MH in person, he held his shit together and put in a pretty good performance. He knows everything about Deep Rough, probably more than the boys themselves which is quite concerning.  Remember, if you want our resident pro, James Betts to roast your swing, send it to us belo...

Sam from Level Pegs joined the boys to chat all things golf including Birchwood Tees, club restoration and even a little bit of facial hair.  Of course we found out where Sam loves to play golf, how many times a round he throws a club and the story behind hitting a mate in the head with a club. Have a listen and of course go and get your new best tees at www.levelpegs.co.nz.  Remember, if you want...

This one holds a pretty special place in our hearts here at Deep Rough.  We were lucky enough to be joined by Harry Miller from Movember NZ to talk all things golf, Movember and Men's Health.  Movember is a chance for all men and women across NZ and the world to grow the mo and raise some cash for a good cause. So please, have a listen and if you're in a position to, help out.  Remember,...

After a little hiatus, a failed recording and just some failed planning the boys are back with a bang and by bang we mean with a 3x World Long Drive champion and a member of the NZ Order of Merit. That's right, Phillis Meti was in the playhouse (virtually of course) to talk all things golf and long drive with Karl and Michael.  Strap in for a wild ride and if you stick around until the end, y...

We're back live in the Playhouse and with some new toys. This week the boys talk to JP from Random Golf Club New Zealand and Wellington. The boys learn how to get involved in RGC, learn about JPs angry side and learn about rule 17b - "Always laugh at the bad shots".    Remember, if you want our resident pro, James Betts to roast your swing, send it to us below.  Follow us: Instagram...

This week it's just Karl and Michael in the Playhouse and Michael takes the reigns and interviews Karl about his efforts raising money for Movember Foundation NZ last year with his 'movement' The Longdrive.  Going again this year, have a listen to get some insight into what it's like playing 54 holes a day for 7 days straight and how you can support him this year.    Remember,...

In an exciting twist this week Karl and Hayward threw out a lockdown SOS to some of Deep Rough's biggest heavy hitters and  invited four guests from the past to all join the conversation similar to that of a Royal Rumble of sorts. Buckle up it gets wild with the likes of resident pro James Betts, Marty from The Edge, Luke Robinson- Newshub and Ben Dirkze, the guy who loves a RedBull.    Remem...

Lockdown is still here but the good news is the boys are back. This week they chat to Mike Ranson a Putting Green and Driving Bay builder from Auckland. Mike shares some fascinating insights into his line of work as well as talking the normal shit-talk with Karl and Hayward.    Remember, if you want our resident pro, James Betts to roast your swing, send it to us below.  Follow us: Instagram @Deep...

Lockdown sent us into disarray this week. Luckily Tom Aldrige, Green Keeper at Shandon was around and able to run us through cleaning up storm damage on course. After Tom, we talked to Russell Kyne (a few weeks ago) who was live in a noisy café in London, compete with doof doof music. Sit back and enjoy.    Remember, if you want our resident pro, James Betts to roast your swing, send it to us belo...

The boys were joined by one half of the duo that run CaddyBach NZ a rival podcast if you will. PJ Campbell sat down and talked to the lads about the world of golf and explained how CaddyBach NZ, another golf podcast in NZ came about amongst some other borderline cancelling content.  Remember, if you want our resident pro, James Betts to roast your swing, send it to us below.  Follow us: Instagram...

He's back folks, Golf Pro and Coach James Betts returns to Deep Rough to have a bit of fun and roast the boys swings......prepare yourself, it's brutal. Karl is sure to have some lingering demons next time he steps on the tee.  If you want your swing roasted, send it to us below.  Follow us: Instagram @Deep_Rough Facebook @DeepRoughPod Send us your embarrassing golf stories to deeproughp...

In part two with Kelsen Butler the boys really get into the nitty gritty.  Kelsen talks about filming the Golden Bear, Jack Nicklaus trout fishing, having dinner with Gary Player & the founder of Hooters along with a couple of gem stories in Hitting People or Things.  Follow us: Instagram @Deep_Rough Facebook @DeepRoughPod Send us your embarrassing golf stories to deeproughpod@gmail.com

The boys were joined in the Playhouse via satellite by a heavy hitter in the Golf content space, Kelsen Butler, Manager Director from Sports Inc here in NZ.  In part one of this two part episode the boys rip into The Open and learn about how Sports Inc came about. Some seriously interesting stuff!  Follow us: Instagram @Deep_Rough Facebook @DeepRoughPod Send us your embarrassing golf stories to de...

Special episode this one. Trevor Bradley a school friend of the boys joins the pod to discuss his new found love for the game of golf and how Deep Rough was part of the inspiration in getting out and slapping it.  As always, they have a look at the World of Golf and the last time they played. Community Notice Boards makes a comeback as does the Top 5 segment.  Keep an ear out for the nugget of gol...

It's just the lads Karl and Michael this week, but don't let that deter you. In the absence of a guest they open the lines up to anyone and play a bit of #chatroulette which has some interesting results.  They get deep into the World of Golf, Community Noticeboards and their Top 5 Sporting Heros of all time.  Follow us: Instagram @Deep_Rough Facebook @DeepRoughPod Send us your embarrassi...

You won't believe it, but the boys have professional golfers in back-to-back episodes. In episode 18 of Deep Rough they are joined by 24yo Jordan Loof who is currently ranked as the 5th best golfer in the country with a mind-boggling handicap of -6.1 - SICK!  As usual, they boys touch on the World of Golf, go through their "Formalised" interview, Hitting People or Things and of cour...

What an episode. The boys are joined by coach and golf pro James Betts all the way from Melbourne. They discuss everything from the US Open, injuries and fights on course to Hayward's bunker issues, something James does his best to help with in the new segment "Ask Coach".  Follow us: Instagram @Deep_Rough Facebook @DeepRoughPod Send us your embarrassing golf stories to deeproughpod...

One of the great New Zealanders, Staf joins the boys to talk golf, what a shock! Not much more to say, just sit back and enjoy the sweet sounds of this genuine GC.  Follow us: Instagram @Deep_Rough Facebook @DeepRoughPod Send us your embarrassing golf stories to deeproughpod@gmail.com

The boys welcome Shandon green keeper Tom Aldridge into the Playhouse for a chat. They discuss everything from Phil winning the PGA Championship, to Bryson & Brooks' feud in the World of Golf. They take a deep dive into green keeping and get a few tips on how to get their own lawn looking fresh AF.  Follow us: Instagram @Deep_Rough Facebook @DeepRoughPod Send us your embarrassing golf sto...

The boys welcome Tim Jefferies, The Pilgrimage champion into the playhouse for a chat about his victory, his 16-year hiatus from golf and severe chaffing.  Follow us on Instagram @Deep_Rough Send us your embarrassing golf stories to deeproughpod@gmail.com

The boys discuss the wash-up from The Pilgrimage, the big winners, the big losers and the big piece of sheep poo at Apiti. Brendan Kropp dials in the from the Sand-belt in Melbourne to discuss his golfing journey, play a game with the lads and give some sound advice for all the battlers out there.  Special note, listen out for the Gus Gould like monologue by our very own M Hayward - absolute scene...