Full Program Golf Podcast

This week we're recapping the 126th US Open at Shinnecock Hills, and Stevie brings a unique perspective after spending Friday on the ground at one of America's most iconic golf courses. We go beyond the TV coverage to discuss what Shinnecock is really like - from the dramatic undulations that simply don't translate on screen, to the conditioning of the course, the atmosphere around...

Welcome back to Episode #36 of the podcast! This week we're breaking down all the biggest stories from the world of golf, starting with the Memorial Tournament. We discuss J.T. Poston's impressive victory, highlighted by a superb second-round 65 that put him firmly in control of the tournament. We also look at another strong finish from Alex Fitzpatrick, debate whether the leaderboard li...

Episode 35 of the Full Program Golf Podcast - and there’s plenty to get into after a packed Bank Holiday weekend. We kick things off with a catch up on the last couple of weeks in professional golf, including the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club. We discuss the course setup, Aaron Rai’s huge win, whether he’s now a genuine Ryder Cup contender, and our thoughts on the continued changes to th...

Episode 34 of the Full Program Golf Podcast is here! This week, we sit down with Alex Wright - better known to many as The Surrey Golfer on social media. Alongside creating some of the best golf photography content in the UK, Alex also works as Assistant Secretary at the highly regarded West Sussex Golf Club. Having played a huge amount of top-class golf around the UK, Alex joins us to chat throug...

Episode 33 of the Full Program Golf Podcast is a big one. Josh takes us back to his 2019 trip to what might just be the greatest golf destination on the planet - Bandon Dunes - and we dive all the way in. With five world-class 18-hole courses and two unforgettable par-3 layouts, this place is bucket-list territory for any serious golfer. Three of the main courses sit comfortably inside the world’s...

Episode 32 of the Full Program Golf Podcast kicks off with a recap of Matthew Fitzpatrick’s playoff win at Hilton Head, and a look at how he’s quietly building one of the most impressive resumes in European golf. We then dive into the mailbag, starting with how to design the perfect 4-day golf trip for under £1,500 per person - and where you simply can’t afford to compromise. We also explore what...

Welcome back to the Full Program Golf Podcast. Episode 31 takes a deep dive into an unforgettable week at Augusta, breaking down all the biggest moments and storylines from the Masters. We start with Rory McIlroy finally getting it done and what that win means for his legacy, before turning to Justin Rose, who produced four rounds under par but still fell just short. There was plenty of drama alon...

Episode 30 of The Full Program Golf Podcast is here - and it’s a big one. On the eve of the greatest tournament in golf, we lock in our final picks for The Masters and break down who we think will be slipping on the Green Jacket come Sunday. We then dive into Josh’s recent adventure along the wild west coast of Ireland, where he took on some of the most remote and rewarding links in the world. Fro...

Episode 29 - Full Program Golf Podcast A quick check-in episode this week as we run through the biggest stories in golf. We start with the latest Tiger Woods car crash - his fourth major incident - and share our thoughts on what happened, why we’re grateful no one was hurt, and how this latest episode impacts his legacy and public image. Then it’s on to a brilliant week on both sides of the pond,...

Episode 28 of the Full Program Golf Podcast and Josh is back on deck this week. We get into our recent trip up to Ayrshire - and to be honest, the golf was class, but the weather did its absolute best to ruin us. We battled our way around Dundonald Links, Turnberry’s King Robert the Bruce, and the Ailsa - which, even in pretty horrendous conditions, was still a proper standout and easy to see why...

Episode 27 of the Full Program Golf Podcast is here 🎙️⛳️ This week we’re joined by Lee Brennan, better known as LA Golf - a rising golf content creator who picked up the game during COVID and hasn’t looked back since. Lee shares how he’s approached improving his game, the mindset behind his progress, and what he’s aiming for next. We also dive into his journey into content creation, including a b...

In Episode 26 of the Full Program Golf Podcast, we’re joined by world record holder Josh Simpson, who recently set a remarkable new benchmark for the most different golf courses played in a single year - an incredible 652. Over the course of 12 relentless months, Josh teed it up across six countries and played virtually every golf course in the UK worth knowing about. We dive into some of the most...

In Episode 25 of the Full Program Golf Podcast, we’re joined by Sam Jones , better known on social media as @thegolffashionguy . Sam brings a unique perspective to the game, blending a PGA coaching background with years spent helping run social media for PXG . We dive into Sam’s experiences travelling with major brands like TravisMathew and Under Armour , giving a behind-the-scenes look at how gol...

In Episode 24 of the Full Program Golf Podcast, we sit down with Ben David to explore his journey through the game at every level. Ben was one of the UK’s top elite amateurs, claiming prestigious titles including the Eden Trophy and competing in major events such as the British Amateur and English Amateur. He shares what it was like performing on the big amateur stage and the lessons he learned co...

Episode 23 of the Full Program Golf Podcast is here - and this week we’re joined by DP World Tour coach Sam Truman. Sam takes us through his journey into elite-level coaching and how he went on to work with four different money list winners in one year! From early ambition to life teaching the very best, he shares what it really takes to operate at the top of the game. We also get a behind-the-sce...

On episode 22 of the Full Program Golf Podcast, we’re joined by Will Hawksworth - better known as Crouch - one of England Golf’s lowest handicap players and a product of Hallamshire Golf Club’s golden generation. Growing up alongside the Fitzpatrick brothers and Walker Cup player Barclay Brown, Crouch was surrounded by elite talent from an early age. We run through his full journey in golf and div...

On Episode 21 of the Full Program Golf Podcast, we break down our latest trip to sunny South Africa - a trip that’s fast becoming a January rite of passage. We dive into a couple of brand-new courses alongside some of our usual favourites, sharing highlights, surprises, and standout moments from the tour. Alongside our South Africa review, we also recap the opening weeks of the PGA Tour, including...

On Episode 20 of the Full Program Golf Podcast, we look ahead to our upcoming trip to South Africa and dive into some of the biggest talking points in the game. We discuss Anthony Kim’s requalification for the LIV Golf League, the prospect of Brooks Koepka rejoining the PGA Tour, and what it all means for professional golf. We also turn our attention to 2026, previewing what’s ahead and setting ou...

In Episode 19 of the Full Program Golf Podcast, we sit down with De Waal Botha, founder of golf apparel brand Dufftail. De Waal shares how he balances his role as Director of Golf at Metropolitan Golf Club in Cape Town with the challenges of launching and growing a modern golf brand. We dive into where Dufftail fits within the golf apparel market, the realities of building a brand from the ground...

In Episode 18 of the Full Program Golf Podcast , we deliver our 2025 season review , ranking the top 5 new golf courses we played this year and debating what truly separates a great course from a must-play experience. We also name our hidden gem of 2025 - the course that flew under the radar but impressed the most - alongside our biggest disappointment , breaking down why it failed to meet expecta...

In this packed episode, we break down the finale of the PGA Tour Fall Series, including all the drama from the RSM Classic and the big-name players who shockingly lost their tour cards. We celebrate Anthony Kim’s impressive finish at the Saudi Invitational, dive into the latest changes coming to LIV Golf, and recap the DP World Tour Finale. Plus, we look back on the Internet Invitational and hear...

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Episode 15 - Tour of London & East Anglia In this episode of The Full Program Golf Podcast , we hit a real purple patch - seven incredible courses in just one week. From the heart of the Surrey Sandbelt to the heaths of East Anglia, this was a week to remember. Our journey began at Worplesdon and West Hill , before stepping into the ultra-exclusive world of Beaverbrook . We then ventured east...

The Ryder Cup never fails to deliver drama, passion, and unforgettable moments - and the 2025 edition was no exception. In Episode 14 of the Full Program Golf Podcast, we take a deep dive into an incredible weekend of golf that saw Europe secure a famous victory on U.S. soil. We break down the standout performances, the momentum shifts, the strategy blunders, and the talking points that had the go...

In this episode of the Full Program Golf Podcast, we break down our epic boys’ Ryder Cup weekend, share our thoughts on the FedEx Cup Playoffs, and relive our recent trip to three incredible courses - Ganton, Hollinwell, and Hallamshire. We also filmed a course vlog from the trip, so you can see shots, holes, and laughs along the way. Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cCQKQC58Dhk&...