Sports Innerview with Ann Liguori

On this edition of “Sports Innerview,” Ann Liguori recaps a memorable stretch of golf in Ireland, from the Amgen Irish Open at Doonbeg, where she competed in the Pro-Am, to a special pre-Ryder Cup media tour showcasing several golf courses in SW Ireland. The journey includes stops at historic Lahinch Golf Club; the brand-new Hawthorn Hotel & Spa and its golf course overlooking Galway Bay; spec...

In this edition of Sports Innerview , it’s off to Ireland! First, Ann sits down with Alison Metcalfe, EVP, North America, Australia, New Zealand, Tourism Ireland , to discuss an extraordinary time for golf in Ireland, with some of the game’s biggest championships taking center stage. Ann and Alison preview three major events taking place in SW Ireland: the Walker Cup at Lahinch Golf Club, Septembe...

In this edition of Sports Innerview , Ann recaps Scottie Scheffler’s incredible FedEx Cup Championship victory , his second Fed Ex Cup Championship title in three years. Ann also gets on her soapbox about the Good Good ad debacle and the disturbing issues surrounding the controversial commercial. Then it’s off to Ireland! Ann visits with Brian Shaw, longtime Head Golf Professional at Trump Interna...

In this edition of Sports Innerview , Ann sits down with Alison Metcalfe, EVP, North America, Australia, New Zealand, Tourism Ireland , to discuss an extraordinary time for golf in Ireland, with some of the game’s biggest championships taking center stage. Ann and Alison preview three major events taking place in SW Ireland: the Walker Cup at Lahinch Golf Club, September 5–6, 2026 , the Amgen Iris...

In this edition of Sports Innerview with Ann Liguori, Ann visits with actor, writer and director Ed Burns about his independently produced film Finnegan’s Foursome, his love of golf and Ireland, and the experience of filming at the spectacular Carne Golf Links in County Mayo. Ann also catches up with Jack Whaley, the 22-year-old Englishman and rising senior at Florida State, fresh off his dramatic...

Ann catches up with newly crowned U.S. Amateur champion Jack Whaley just one day after his life-changing victory at historic Merion Golf Club. Whaley, the 22-year-old Englishman and rising senior at Florida State, joins Ann from the passenger seat during a road trip south — and, no, he wasn’t driving! Whaley talks about the emotions of capturing the Havemeyer Trophy, defeating Jay Leng Jr. 4 &...

In this edition of Golf Innerview with Ann Liguori , Ann sits down for an in-depth conversation with Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Simon Kirke, legendary drummer and co-founder of Bad Company and Free. A passionate golfer, Kirke opens up about why golf helps his sobriety; shares some stories about his buddy, Tiger Woods, and reveals why he adores the game of golf, and the important role it continu...

In this edition of Sports Innerview with Ann Liguori , Ann recaps the Wyndham Championship, LIV Golf at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster and the U.S. Women’s Amateur. Then, Ann sits down for an in-depth conversation with Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Simon Kirke, legendary drummer and co-founder of Bad Company and Free. A passionate golfer, Kirke opens up about why golf helps his sobriety; shar...

In this edition of Sports Innerview with Ann Liguori, Ann replays a special interview with Hall of Fame guitarist Alex Lifeson, an avid golfer whose band, RUSH ,  is performing at Madison Square Garden this week in their 'Fifty Something' comeback tour. She also sits down with longtime golf writer and LPGA insider Steve Eubanks to preview the AIG Women’s Open at Royal Lytham & St Annes and dis...

Ann talks with Chris Karamitsos, Senior Managing Director and Partner at Leisure Investment Properties Group and a PGA golf professional, about the business of golf real estate. Chris shares the latest investment trends, what he and his company look for when buying and selling golf course properties, how his firm has expanded into the marina investment sector, in addition to his own journey in the...

Ann visits with Paul Eales, DP World Tour winner, longtime Royal Birkdale member and member of The R&A’s Open Championship radio team, to recap the action at Royal Birkdale. They discuss Ryan Fox’s surprising victory, the Bryson DeChambeau controversy and the excitement surrounding hometown favorite Tommy Fleetwood.

In this edition of Sports Interview with Ann Liguori, Ann recaps the Open Championship and shares her opinions on the Bryson DeChambeau controversy. Ann is joined by Paul Eales, DP World Tour winner, Royal Birkdale member, and on The R&A Open Championship broadcast team, to discuss Ryan Fox’s breakthrough Open victory and his thoughts on Bryson DeChambeau, Tommy Fleetwood and Scottie Scheffler...

Ann sits down with longtime Royal Birkdale member and Championship Committee member Chris Thompson, who provides an in-depth look at the extensive improvements and modernization of Royal Birkdale ahead of next week’s 156th Open Championship, offering listeners a behind-the-scenes perspective on one of golf’s most iconic venues.

Ann visits with Jason Birnbaum, longtime coach of Chris Gotterup, who has worked with Chris since his teenage years. They discuss Gotterup’s outstanding season, the keys to his development, how playing lacrosse as a youngster helped shape his success on the golf course, and his preparation for defending his title at the Genesis Scottish Open and competing in The Open Championship.

In this edition of Sports Innerview with Ann Liguori, Ann visits with Jason Birnbaum, longtime coach of Chris Gotterup, who has worked with Chris since his teenage years. They discuss Gotterup’s outstanding season, the keys to his development, how playing lacrosse as a youngster helped shape his success on the golf course, and his preparation for defending his title at the Genesis Scottish Open an...

In this edition of Sports Innerview with Ann Liguori, Ann recaps a memorable U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, discusses the PGA Tour’s newly announced competitive model for 2028, and previews the Travelers Championship with Keith Stewart, PGA, and Founder of 'Read the Line.' Ann also visits with Kelley Brooke, LPGA Professional of the Year and Pres., Brooke Management Group, operating and...

On this edition of Sports Innerview with Ann Liguori , broadcasting from the 126th U.S. Open at historic Shinnecock Hills, Ann shares audio highlights from several of the championship contenders during their pre-tournament press conferences. Hear from Rory McIlroy, world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, 2022 U.S. Open champion Matt Fitzpatrick, and Brooks Koepka, who captured the title the last time the U...

In this segment of 'Talking Golf with Ann Liguori,' Ann sits down with writer, director, filmmaker, and actor Ed Burns to discuss his latest independent film, Finnegan’s Foursome. Burns shares the inspiration behind writing and directing the movie, his passion for golf, and why he chose to film portions of the story at the breathtaking Carne Golf Links in Belmullet, Ireland. The conversation explo...

In this edition of 'Talking Golf with Ann Liguori,' Ann recaps Nelly Korda’s thrilling victory at the U.S. Women’s Open, sits down with filmmaker and actor Ed Burns to discuss his new film Finnegan’s Foursome, and previews the Travelers Championship with Tournament Director Nathan Grube. 

In this Golf Innerview with Ann Liguori, Ann previews the 126th U.S. Open at historic Shinnecock Hills Golf Club with former Head Professional Jack Druga who worked there from 2007-2022 including during the 2018 U.S. Open. Jack shares inside stories from that 2018 U.S. Open,  playing practice rounds with Tiger Woods, his thoughts on the controversial 2018 U.S. Open setup, the best places to watch...

In this Sports Innerview show, Ann takes an in-depth look at the 126th U.S. Open Championship as golf’s toughest test returns to historic Shinnecock Hills Golf Club on Long Island.  Joining Ann is Jack Druga, Head Professional at Shinnecock from 2007-2022, and who was there for the 2018 U.S. Open. Jack shares memorable stories from his years at Shinnecock, including playing practice rounds with Ti...

In this segment, Ann visits with Nathan Grube, Tournament Director of the Travelers Championship, to discuss why the Travelers has become one of the most popular stops on the PGA Tour. Grube shares what makes the tournament special for players and fans alike, the strength of this year’s field, and the continued growth of the event as the PGA Tour’s final Signature Event of the season. They also di...

Broadcasting from the Aronimink Golf Club during PGA Championship week, Ann visits with PGA Professionals Chris Gabriele and Tyler Collet, who each qualified in dramatic fashion to earn spots in the Major Championship as members of the Corebridge Financial Team top 20 PGA Professionals. Both share what it takes to handle the nerves, pressure, and excitement on one of golf’s biggest stages.  Plus,...

Longtime Golf Channel analyst Brandel Chamblee shares his candid opinions on loyalty versus greed in professional golf, whether some players who joined LIV were misguided by agents and advisors, why he never believed LIV’s current business model would succeed long term, his thoughts on Jon Rahm, Bryson Dechambeau, Phil Mickelson, why he thinks the current purse structure on the PGA Tour is not sus...

In this edition of Sports Innerview with Ann Liguori, Ann catches up with Grant Boone, play-by-play commentator for Golf Channel, to discuss Nelly Korda’s major victory at the Chevron Championship, her continued impact on the LPGA Tour, and what her success means for the growth and visibility of women’s golf. Ann also dives into the latest developments surrounding LIV Golf with Brandel Chamblee, a...