FLG Golf Podcast

Send a text Greg Monteforte, founder of Golf-Threads.com and @golfthreadsblog joins us to share his journey as a golf fashion writer, the future of men’s on-course fashion, white belts and why he built Golf Threads without monetizing via sponsored posts.  Timestamps: 00:00 Starting Golf-Threads.com 02:04 Finding a community 03:03 What is the future of men’s golf fashion?  04:53 The right (not whit...

Send a text Greg Monteforte, founder of Golf-Threads.com and @golfthreadsblog joins us to share his view on the evolution of golf style, the future of men’s on-course fashion and discuss our favourte style elements, trends and pet peeves.  Greg also shares his journey as a golf fashion writer, why he built Golf Threads without monetizing via paid-for sponsorship posts and why staying genuine is th...

Send a text Golf can feel intimidating—but it doesn’t have to. In this episode, Karen Amestoy, founder of Friendly Fairways, shares how she’s helping beginners and women golfers build confidence, master etiquette, and truly enjoy the game. From overcoming fears like club selection, pro shops, unfamiliar terminology, how to practice and keeping pace of play, Karen reveals her six-session workshop a...

Send a text Golf can feel intimidating to all new golfers, especially women — but it doesn’t have to. In this episode, Karen Amestoy , founder of Friendly Fairways, shares how she’s helping beginners and women golfers build confidence, master etiquette, and truly enjoy the game. From overcoming fears like club selection, pro shops, unfamiliar terminology, how to practice and keeping pace of play,...

Send a text ⛳How do you build a golf coaching business and brand in the digital age? 🧭Former professional golfer and founder of Big Swing Kings, David Buck shares his journey from US mini-tours to becoming a content creator and developing his unique results-based coaching programs.  🎯 Connect with David / Big Swing Kings:  @bigswingkings on YouTube, Tik-Tok, Instagram and Facebook or at www. Bi...

Send a text ⛳How do you build a golf coaching business and brand in the digital age? 🧭Former professional golfer and founder of Big Swing Kings, David Buck shares his journey from US mini-tours to becoming a content creator and developing his unique results-based coaching programs.  🎯 Connect with David / Big Swing Kings:  @bigswingkings on Tik-Tok, Instagram and Facebook or at www. BigSwingKin...

Send a text The best moments from our 2-hour inaugural episode of the FLG Golf Podcast’s movie review series: the 1980 cult classic sports film, Caddyshack featuring unforgettable one-liners and performances by Bill Murray, Chevy Chase, Rodney Dangerfield, and Ted Knight…and there are boobies…twice! 00:00 Introducing the film, format and hosts 01:38 Box office & critical reception  04:44 The “...

Send a text What is the difference between forged and cast golf  irons? And what is it about Japanese manufacturers in particular that makes them unique…and so much more expensive?  Chris Farley, Regional Custom Fit Trainer and Senior Sales Advisor for American Golf (Europe's largest golf retailer) joins us again to talk forged Japanese steel, our experience playing them, what type of custome...

Send a text Marc and Brett deep-dive into one of the most iconic sports comedies of all time: Caddyshack . Released in 1980 with a modest $6 million budget, the cult classic has captured the hearts of golf fans and comedy lovers alike. From unforgettable one-liners like “Be the ball” and “Youll get nothing and like it!” , to the performances by Bill Murray, Chevy Chase, Rodney Dangerfield, and Ted...

Send a text What is the difference between forged and cast golf irons? And what is it about Japanese manufacturers in particular that makes them unique…and so much more expensive?  Chris Farley, Regional Custom Fit Trainer and Senior Sales Advisor for American Golf (Europe's largest golf retailer) joins us again to talk forged Japanese steel, our experience playing them, what type of customer...

Send a text A full time caddy at Bandon Dunes tells us what caddy life is like, what it takes, how it works and what every golfer should know.  Find Sara Jo on Instagram: @looperonthefly (for caddy life) @sarajoflies (for flyfishing) and  @sandtramp_golf (for shenanigans) Listen to Sara Jo on: Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/i-bleed/1806006447?i=1806006448 YouTube: https://youtube.co...

Send a text A full time caddy at Brandon Dunes tells us what caddy life is like, what it takes, how it works and what every golfer should know.  Find Sara Jo on Instagram: @looperonthefly (for caddy life) @sarajoflies (for flyfishing) and  @sandtramp_golf (for shenanigans) Listen to Sara Jo on  Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/i-bleed/1806006447?i=1806006448 YouTube: https://youtube.c...

Send a text 0:40 - Marc & Brett banter about being defensively Canadian  1:05 - Marc disputes whether a 9.6 HCP is “single digit”  1::35 - Brett has played a record 117 holes of golf in 48 hours! EXCUSE ME? 1:45 - Brett shares a great “dick out” story…with an international twist 3:35 - Brett cares a lot about bone and nervous system health…not lung and liver health 4:20 - Chiropractism (that’s...

Send a text On Episode 4, we discuss Brett’s journey to a single digit handicap on the empty fairways of Indonesia, his insane number of holes record, a great “Dick Out” story, some Bryson, Moe Norman, and how proactive chiropractic care is relevant for all golfers - not just a reactive treatment of injuries. 2:10 - Marc & Brett banter about being defensively Canadian and introduce Alberta as...

Send a text One of golf’s most timeless pairings: a good round and a great cigar. Cigar aficionado, Dr. Brett Van Norman discusses cigar basics, the history of smoking on pro tours and famous golfers who smoke.  0:30 - Brett demonstrates how to heat and light a Monte Cristo (which Marc butchers) and explains the aging process of cigars  2:10 - Brett shares how his cigar journey began from a need t...

Send a text Ep.3: Cigar Conversations with Dr. Brett Van Norman One of golf’s most timeless pairings: a good round and a great cigar. Cigar aficionado, Dr. Brett Van Norman discusses cigar basics, the history of smoking on pro tours, famous golfers who smoke and their golf fashion choices.  1:10 - Brett demonstrates how to heat and light a Monte Critso No.4 using a torch, which Marc butchers 1:59...

Send a text In the first installment of a diary series documenting the FLG Golf Podcast journey, Marc reflects on 8 things he's learned in the first two months producing the pod: refinements, new skills, inspiration and the single greatest challenge… a "content iceberg." Marc describes the challenge of producing and editing content more efficiently to reduce the backlog of unpublish...

Send a text Highlights from Episode 2 of the show: Chris Farley shares his journey from managing health clubs in Asia, suffering a myriad of injuries under the influence of libations and becoming a club fitting instructor for Europe’s largest golf retailer. Chris’ background in biomechanics aids in his role as a club fitter but he emphasizes the importance of having a customer service mindset befo...

Send a text Episode Summary On the latest episode of the FLG Golf Podcast, Chris Farley shares his journey from managing health clubs in Asia to becoming a club fitting instructor for Europe’s largest golf retailer in the UK.  While Chris’ background in biomechanics, physiology, and anatomy aids in his role as a club fitter, he emphasizes the importance of understanding a golfer's needs and h...

Send a text Highlights from Episode 1 with Stormin’ Norm Jackson (@stormingolfent on Instagram), Head Pro of the Cowichan Golf Club on Vancouver Island, Canada. Norm shares his lifelong connection to golf (which began at age 12 in Kamloops, British Columbia), the joy of playing golf with family and how the sport fosters meaningful connections. (1:00). We try to guess two truths and a lie about Nor...

Send a text The inaugural episode of the FLG Golf Podcast features Stormin’ Norman Jackson, a Vancouver Island golf legend (@stormingolfent on Instagram).  Norm kicks off the episode by sharing his deep connection to golf in British Columbia and how he gave Marc’s wife and daughter their first golf lessons. He reflects on his early days in junior hockey and his experience on the Canadian Tour (2:0...