MUSINGS ON GOLF

He has helped push the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America to new heights, and now Rhett Evans is preparing to scale what is considered the highest point on Earth. Climb aboard and listen in on what drives the CEO of the GCSAA to continue to grow the influence of the 20,000-member organization and what incredible lengths he will go to this spring to try to reach the summit of Mount...

On the eve of Valentine’s Day, we bring you the woman whose love for her famous husband, her large extended family and her incredible charitable pursuits have defined the extraordinary life of Barbara Nicklaus. Join Bob and Kelly as we get to the heart of Barbara meeting Jack, raising five kids, and what fueled her passion to help so many children. How lovely

When your guest brings up names such as Bob Jones, Henry Longhurst and Jack Buck, you know you're listening to a living legend taking a sweet stroll down memory lane. Such is the amazing life of the great Jay Randolph Sr., who will regale all of you with one grand story after another, including two decades of televised golf and a lovely tale of an 18-year-old ski jumper who made history in his hom...

His passion for the game may only be surpassed by his commitment to delivering the wealth of stories that have made him the most-read golf journalist. Jump aboard the well-traveled world of Doug Ferguson, a recipient of the PGA Lifetime Achievement Award in Journalism and the chronicler of all things golf.

Wee in stature but powerful in his game, Ian Woosnam grew from modest beginnings in golf to a Hall of Fame career, highlighted by his triumph at the 1991 Masters. Get in the swing now with Woosie!

He almost didn't fly to the one major championship he ended up winning.  These days, Open Champion Mark Calcavecchia can be found rumbling the highways and byways of the U.S. in an RV with his wife and dogs. It's time to tee it up with "Calc," so don't spare a second to strike up some great stories!

Steve Martin, split pants and LIV Golf.  Oh, and bikini wax, of course. Yeah, when it comes to the wide-ranging stories from (and about) Gary McCord, golf is but one aspect. So, sit back -- this is a long one, folks -- and enjoy the mustachioed McCord, who is never at a loss for words.

With a New Year brings a fresh opportunity for Kevin Kisner, who gets his first of two appearances as an analyst this weekend for NBC Sports. Known for his dry wit, the four-time PGA Tour winner talks about landing this "tryout" and how he expects to balance his on-course play with his above-course commentary.

She is the first woman to serve as President of the PGA of America and the second woman to qualify for a PGA Tour event. Funny thing, though, about Suzy Whaley ... golf wasn't even her best sport when she started college! Find out what makes Suzy so successful at so many levels, and check out her new "Golf Nation."

While she is notable for being the second African-American woman to play on the LPGA Tour -- tennis great Althea Gibson was the first -- Renee Powell's story and legacy extends well beyond the fields of play. Listen in to the compelling words of one of golf's great ambassadors, who continues to give back to the game through the course her father built and around the world.

Consistency defined Adam Long last month, as he hit an incredible 69 consecutive fairways over three PGA Tour events. Still, there is so much more to Long than his record-setting feat, including staring down Phil in the desert and being the third player in what is likely the final time Phil and Tiger will ever play a competitive round together.  It's time to get the Straight scoop from Mr. Long!

His golfing skills always brought attention to Rhett Butler, but a massive audience really gave a damn when Butler finished fifth in the World Series of Poker Main Event in 2006. Buckle up for a rollicking ride, from the course to the tables to the shoes, where Butler now holds all the aces at William & Harry.

His world was tragically changed in an instant, yet Ken Green has decided to seek the positives in life as he continues to move forward. In this special Thanksgiving episode, we invite you to join the five-time PGA Tour winner in his ongoing journey to help others through the game for which we all are thankful. 

Success, at very high levels, has been the trademark of Tripp Davis. From being part of a national championship team at Oklahoma to renovating and restoring such outstanding facilities as Atlanta Athletic Club and Preston Trail Golf Club, Tripp's skills as a player and golf course architect have kept him at the top of the game. His Bryon Nelson story is tops, too!

The accolades have all been deserved for Jim Nantz, one of the best broadcasters ever. Being inducted into the PGA of America Hall of Fame on November 8? Well, this one is highly personal, as you will hear in this riveting interview that concludes with a heartwarming story about the man with whom he shared CBS golf telecasts for 17 years.

Three generations of the Adams family have given much to the game of golf. The son of the founder of metal woods and grandson of a highly respected golf professional, Brad carries on a legacy of innovation with a line of putters that literally can stand on their own! The Adams bloodline is a thick one, indeed!

Her signature headwear is but one reason why Michelle McGann stands out in the game of golf. Battling diabetes since she was a teenager, Michelle forged an outstanding career on the LPGA Tour, and she continues to positively impact lives through her own Foundation. Hear all about the style and substance that define Michelle McGann! 

Professional golf has been dramatically changed by the launch of LIV Golf, and no writer has been more closely linked to the high-stakes battle between the upstart league and the PGA Tour than Alan Shipnuck. His brand new book, "LIV and Let Die," is sure to be a big-seller, and his words are must-listen right here!

His decision to remain a lifelong amateur golfer resulted in a storied career for Vinny Giles. The proud Virginian is the only player to win the U.S. Amateur, British Amateur and U.S. Senior Amateur. Four times he represented his country in the Walker Cup, and he captained the '93 U.S. squad to the largest margin of victory in the event. Many have also called him the greatest bunker player of all...

So much drama. So many questions. Way too much Europe.  Once again, the Europeans used the "home-field" advantage to claim the cherished gold chalice, this time from start to finish. Jeff Rude, one of the world's great golf writers and storytellers, joins Bob and Kelly to recap a week replete with chants of "Ole, Ole, Ole, Ole" echoing throughout Rome.

The week of the 44th Ryder Cup in Italy has finally arrived, and no one is more qualified to discuss the European turnaround in the biennial gathering than Tony Jacklin. As Captain for an unprecedented four consecutive matches under the European banner, Jacklin elevated and guided his players to a new era of sustained success. Captain Jacklin is a must-listen!

After Bob and Kelly preview this week's Solheim Cup, Dottie Pepper of CBS Sports steps to the tee to talk about her winning ways as a member of the first six U.S. Solheim Cup Teams. And her feelings about match play just might surprise you!

Tom Purtzer's rythmic swing was a work of art, and it helped him produce five wins on the PGA Tour and 15 professional wins in all. So, get a (good) grip and set yourself up for a fun conversion with the guy who is helping others find their own perfect swing today!

With the Ryder Cup just three weeks away, we turn to the man who has led the team at NBC Sports that oversees 10,000 hours of annual programming. He is also the mastermind behind the American Century Golf Championship (think Steph Curry) and the PNC Championship (think Tiger and Charlie). And, oh yeah, he definitely has been confused with Johnny Miller!

 Bob and Kelly differ greatly on the six U.S. Ryder Cup picks, Lee Trevino heaps more praise on Viktor Hovland, and Denny McCarthy talks up his prowess on the greens. We've got quite a show, folks, with Denny describing how he plans to take that important next step in his ascending career. And nobody won the golf balls. What!