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The game of golf is a seasonal activity for many of the golfers, and it begs the question what you do during those cold months when you can't get on the course? On the third episode of the Golf Mix Tape podcast with Jeff, from Fairways & Dreams, and Dan, from Leave the Pin, they dive into the following topics: - What do you do to stay engaged in the colder months? - Golf hobbies to stay interested...

Podcast Patrons! Welcome to Episode 235 of Leave the Pin Podcast. In this episode of the Leave the Pin podcast, host Dan Patascher interviews Trey Wren, a self-taught filmmaker and creator behind Sticks Golf Research. They discuss Trey's unique approach to golf filmmaking, influenced by action sports, and his transition from a professional golfer to a filmmaker. Trey shares insights into the chall...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 234 of Leave the Pin Podcast. In this episode of Leave the Pin Podcast, hosts Dan and Scott discuss the evolution of LIV Golf since its inception in 2021, exploring its impact on the PGA Tour, player decisions influenced by lucrative contracts, and the overall structure and appeal of the league. They delve into the controversies surrounding LIV Golf, including...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 233 of Leave the Pin Podcast. In this episode of Leave the Pin Podcast, host Dan Patascher interviews Ryan Cummings, the founder of Palmetto & Pine, a golf brand that celebrates the Carolinas. Ryan shares his journey from a casual golfer to a brand owner, discussing the challenges he faced, including a cease and desist that forced him to rebrand. He emphasizes...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 232 of Leave the Pin Podcast. Ready to embark on the ultimate golf adventure? Chris Greenlee did just that, traveling over 8,000 miles for a golf trip of a lifetime! Chris played 40 courses in 20 days. We detail the travel, the cost, the physical toll it took and the memories he walked away with. Golf isn’t just a game; it’s about the experiences and stories w...

The game of golf is as unique as it is ancient, and things change like the changing of the seasons; however, some things never change. On the second episode of the Golf Mix Tape podcast with Jeff, from Fairways & Dreams, and Dan, from Leave the Pin, they dive into the following topics: - What impacts your play style? - What should make up a golf destination? - 3 songs for your golf mix tape - Than...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 231 of Leave the Pin Podcast. In this episode of Leave the Pin Podcast, Dan sits down with the Par 3 King, Internationally Ranked Jr. Golfer Drew Patascher to talk about the explosion of par 3 and short courses as well as break down their top 3 favorite par 3's . Par three golf courses are gaining popularity, especially among younger players, and for good reas...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 230 of Leave the Pin Podcast. In this episode of Leave the Pin Podcast, hosts Dan and Scott discuss all the positive and negative aspects of going on a golf buddies trip. Here from their own experiences about what can make or break a golf trip. From location, types of courses, number of people on the trip, cost, food, lodging the boys do not leave a single sto...

The game of golf is as unique as it is ancient, and things change like the changing of the seasons; however, some things never change. On the first episode of the Golf Mix Tape podcast with Jeff, from Fairways & Dreams, and Dan, from Leave the Pin, they dive into the following topics: - Is Fall golf the best golf? - Why are the rules of golf so dumb and complex? - 3 songs for your golf mix tape -...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 229 of Leave the Pin Podcast. In this episode of Leave the Pin Podcast, hosts Dan and Scott return after a six-month hiatus to share their recent golfing experiences and insights. They discuss Scott's summer golf adventures, Dan's coaching journey, and the evolution of junior golf. The conversation highlights the importance of accessibility in golf and plans f...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 228 of Leave the Pin Podcast. Chris Hickman comes back on the pod for his third appearance...this time as a full blown card carrying member of PGA Tour Asia. Chris details how he earned his tour card, what his insane travel schedule has been like and gives us insight to how playing golf overseas can be challenging but also beyond rewarding. Check out Chris on...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 227 of Leave the Pin Podcast. Dan sits down with Mike Lakusta @thegolfcardcollector to discuss Golf Card Collecting, his podcast "Fondling Cardboard", where the future of golf trading cards is going, Canadian Golf and what it's like to run a facebook collecting group where thousands of dollars of cards gets bought, sold and traded each month. Check out our lat...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 226 of Leave the Pin Podcast. This is Leave the Pin's definitive TGL review podcast. We discuss all the things we loved and hated about the first week of the TGL. Dan and Scott wonder if the TGL can continue its viewer success and roll that into week two when Tiger makes his first appearance as a player. Check out our latest sponsor AGAPE Golf balls. https://a...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 225 of Leave the Pin Podcast. On this Episode of Leave the Pin Dan starts the new year off right by talking about one of his favorite cities in the world...Charleston, SC. Dan is joined by Graham Flanary, a tour guide for Bulldog Tours in Charleston. In addition to being a world class tour guide, Graham is an enormous golfer and works in the food and restauran...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 224 of Leave the Pin Podcast. On this Episode of Leave the Pin Dan and Scott talk about the upcoming TGL, Q school finals and finish with a Leave the Pin Year in Review as we look forward to our 7th year of existence. Check out our latest sponsor AGAPE Golf balls. https://agape-golf.com Swannies golf-Go to Swannies.co and use the code Leavethepin25 for 25% off...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 223 of Leave the Pin Podcast. On this Episode of Leave the Pin Dan sits down to recap his 2024 Pinehurst golf Trip. Courses played this time around include Legacy, Woodlake, The Cradle, Tot Hill Farm and Pinehurst No. 10 (twice). Check out our latest sponsor AGAPE Golf balls. https://agape-golf.com Swannies golf-Go to Swannies.co and use the code Leavethepin25...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 222 of Leave the Pin Podcast. On this Episode of Leave the Pin Dan and Scott lament the damn Jets while turning their attention to the TGL. After becoming the definitive source of all things TGL Dan and Scott turn their attention to who is going to watch the damn thing, how much it will cost and just what the hell is going on with it all. We also update everyo...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 221 of Leave the Pin Podcast. On this Episode of Leave the Pin Dan sits down with Queen of Talamore, Nikki Conforti. Nikki is the golf package coordinator at Talamore golf course and is in charge of all the special events at Talamore and all its properties. Nikki and Dan talk about what it takes to plan a trip to the Pinehurst region and how to get the most ba...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 220 of Leave the Pin Podcast. On this Episode of Leave the Pin Dan and Scott talk how the Ryder cup is holding the dear people of NY hostage. Price gouging is rampant within the PGA of America. Can a family of 4 actually afford to attend the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black? Scott asks what the golfing equivalent of being a JETS fan is. The answers are not pre...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 219 of Leave the Pin Podcast. On this Episode of Leave the Pin Dan and Scott talk about their favorite gang activities after joining the golfer gang. The boys reminisce about their time spent at Augusta National and all the greatness related to the masters. Finally Dan and Scott deep dive into conspiracy theories on if we are really seeing Anthony Kim out on t...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 218 of Leave the Pin Podcast. On this Episode of Leave the Pin, Dan sits down with Jimmie James. You may know Jimmie as @top100golfnomad or as the author of the upcoming book Playing from the Rough. But do you really know Jimmie? Sit down with as we recollect his upbringing from dirt floor houses and follow his journey through the green carpeted fairways of Au...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 217 of Leave the Pin Podcast. On this Episode of Leave the Pin, Dan sits down with PGA Tour Pro Andrew Novak to discuss his amazing week, what the crowds were like and how his top 10 finish impacted his week. We chat about not being heavily recruited while in High School and his new sports podcast. Andrew is a great, down to earth guy who just happens to be on...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 216 of Leave the Pin Podcast. On this Episode of Leave the Pin. The Waste Management is beyond repair, Tiger decides to become a clothing designer and we answer all your listener questions. Shoutout the Audio Tech Drew Please go check out our Sponsors: Swannies golf-Go to Swannies.co and use the code Leavethepin25 for 25% off your order!!! Swannies makes some...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 215 of Leave the Pin Podcast. Dan is joined by New Nine Golf Founder Brandon Cubitt. Dan and Brandon talk about his start in golf, trying to play Augusta National and what it was like working for Motley Crue. Brandon is a content creator, semi pro poker player and scratch golfer. As interesting of a guest as we have had on the podcast, Brandon spills it all fr...

Podcast Patrons!!! Welcome to Episode 214 of Leave the Pin Podcast. Dan and Scott muse on Junior golfers taking over the world, Nick Dunlap, Rory’s new drive, and club fitting.  Join us on this jam packed episode of Leave the Pin. Shoutout the Audio Tech Drew Please go check out our Sponsors: Swannies golf-Go to Swannies.co and use the code Leavethepin25 for 25% off your order!!! Swannies makes so...