PAR TEE TIME: My Golf Story

Step back into the arena with Kevin as he reunites with author Gavin Newsham for a gripping follow-up conversation—this time diving into the latest chapter of Tiger Woods’ turbulent journey. In this candid discussion, Kevin and Newsham unpack the circumstances surrounding Tiger’s recent traffic accident and what it reveals about the relentless cycle of rise, fall, and attempted redemption that has...

In this episode, Kevin sits down with acclaimed journalist and author Gavin Newsham to explore his powerful new book, Project Tiger: The Birth of Genius and the Price of Greatness. This isn’t just another golf story—it’s a deep dive into the making of a legend. Newsham unpacks the early life of Tiger Woods, revealing how a carefully engineered upbringing, relentless training, and sky-high expectat...

Step inside the world of golf, mindset, and mastery as Kevin sits down with Vicki Goetz Ackerman for a conversation that goes far beyond the fairway. Vicki shares her journey through the game, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and what it really takes to compete, improve, and stay mentally sharp in golf and in life. From competitive experiences to personal insights, this is a conversation p...

In this episode, Kevin Walsh sits down with renowned golf instructor Stephen Arnold for a deep dive into the art and science of better golf. Stephen has spent years helping players of all levels sharpen their fundamentals, refine their swing mechanics, and build a repeatable game under pressure. In this conversation, he shares his philosophy on instruction, common mistakes golfers make, and the sm...

On this episode of PAR TEE Time: My Golf Story, Kevin Walsh sits down with Rand Jerris to talk about his extensive career in professional golf, including his work with the USGA. They dive into how his strategies can help improve golf scoring and reduce handicap for players at any level. Rand also shares insights into the current golf rules and offers practical golf tips.  From unforgettable rounds...

Brian Richey is back for a follow-up episode of PAR TEE Time: My Golf Story and we go deeper on what it really takes to compete and improve when golf is your job. Brian’s competed at the highest levels, including the Korn Ferry Tour and PGA TOUR Americas, and he brings a rare mix of tour experience and coach’s-eye clarity.   We talk about what he’s working on right now, how his practice has evolv...

On this episode of PAR TEE Time: My Golf Story, we sit down with Jake Scott, a professional golfer competing on the PGA TOUR Americas.   Jake shares what life actually looks like chasing scores and status, from handling pressure on Sunday to the habits that keep his game sharp when the travel gets loud. We get into practice routines, course strategy, mindset, and the small tweaks that separate “p...

James Dvorak is a scratch golfer and entrepreneur behind Back 9 Boys, a fast-growing golf content brand centered on competitive challenges, on-course storytelling, and the kind of pressure shots golfers actually relate to. Known for “handshake bet” formats that raise the stakes without taking the fun out of the game, James creates content that’s equal parts instruction-by-example and pure entertai...

History, the axiom dictates, is written by the winners. But sometimes even those that triumph on the greatest stages don’t get enough ink in the dusty pages of time. One of those is Hollis Stacy, a six-time USGA champion and member of the World Golf Hall of Fame. Quite simply, over the last 50 years, Stacy has been one of the most accomplished players in the game, a legacy she continues to enhance...

Sophia graduated from Florida Gulf Coast University in 2022 as a Psychology major with a Minor in Marketing. She was a member of the Women's Golf Team. She also attended Seminole State College of Florida, where she helped the team win the NJCAA National Championships during her freshmen year!  Her passion lies in making golf fun and exciting for all, whether that be through enjoyable lessons...

With over a decade of dedicated teaching experience, Stephen Arnold's passion lies in nurturing players of all skill levels, empowering each individual to surpass their personal goals and unlock their full potential on the course. His own journey in golf began as a collegiate player, representing both East Tennessee State and then Villanova University with pride and distinction. Graduating fr...

Cole Lantz is one half of the creative driving force behind the golf media brand BustaJack Golf, alongside Mason “Busta” Nutt. He hails from Prosper, Texas and earned his bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship & Marketing at Oklahoma State University.  Early on, his passion for golf found him working as a cart attendant at Karsten Creek Golf Club while at OSU—blending service on the course wit...

You are cordially invited to join Michael Bamberger on a year-long golfing adventure—playing alongside the pros of the PGA Tour, the LPGA Tour, LIV Golf, and more—as he seeks to unlock golf’s most stubborn secrets in various and surprising ways, all in the name of…improvement! Nearly fifty years after taking up the game, Michael Bamberger made a pair of startling discoveries: golf had never meant...

Marisol González (Director/Writer/Executive Producer) is a Dominican filmmaker and producer. She lives in New York. Currently she works at HBO. González earned Siempre Mujer Magazine’s ‘Always Inspiring’ honor for her hands-on commitment to important causes in the Hispanic community. In 2011 she was presented the ‘Proclamation Award’ by New York State Senator José Peralta for her “outstanding serv...

Before his finance career, Oliver Hudesman was active in collegiate golf. He played on the men’s golf team at Adelphi University, where in 2008-09 he had several strong finishes in tournaments.  Earlier, at Nassau Community College, he was a standout golfer. He was the 2007 Region XV medalist, helped lead the team to a national junior college championship, and earned both regional and All-American...

Brandon Redding is the author of the "Did I Tell You About My Albatross?" podcast. Brandon made a 1/600 million, walk-off albatross (2 on a par 5) to win a 2 day golf tournament in Tampa, FL. So he started a podcast to tell the world about it and to find/share stories like his. Welcome to ‘Did I Tell You About My Albatross’, the golf podcast that delves into the most incredible, improbab...

Noah Zelnik is living his dream of owning a golf course. He and his wife, Samantha are managing and creating an environment for many golfers to enjoy at Moccasin Wallow in Palmetto, FL. Their experience around golf courses has covered 55 years between the two of them. Having travelled both north and South America as well as the islands in the Atlantic and the Pacific, they have taken bits and piec...

Steve Shaffer grew up outside of Louisville, Kentucky and lived an idyllic life in the countryside. He picked up the game of golf and became proficient at an early age. His family then moved to Jacksonville, Florida where he continued his golf as well as a host of other sports.  Steve also discovered the world of acting and continued this pursuit as performing arts major in college. He then tried...

Will Reilly has been playing golf for fifty years. He comes from a golf family. His brother’s Hugh Jr. and Michael along with his Father Hugh Sr. are all members of the PGA of America. He also has four sisters that play, and his mother Suzanne was their high school Golf coach at Bishop McDevitt in Wyncote, Pennsylvania. Will has a passion for every aspect of golf especially when it comes to growin...

For Caleb VanArragon ’23, ’24 M.S., the statistical way of thinking has always resonated in the most logical sense. “I love the way it can be used to solve all sorts of real-world problems,” he explains. It’s a personal truth that stuck with him throughout his Valparaiso University experience. As an undergraduate student, he combined his interests with a double-major in biology and statistics, the...

Dr. Robert K. Winters is an internationally renowned Sports Psychologist, Author, and Professional Speaker. He holds Bachelor (B.S) and Master's (M.A.) degrees from Ball State University and earned his Ph. D. doctorate in Sport Psychology from the University of Virginia.  Dr. Winters has spent the past 35 years investigating how one's thoughts and attitudes affect one's ability to p...

Garlon Hodges, aka "G", is a truly prolific character. He's had a very interesting life, from growing up in a small town in Florida, playing college football, becoming an executive chef, mixologist and professional golf caddie. He's experienced lots of ups and downs in his life but has remained a beacon of positivity along the way. In this episode Kevin and Garlon discuss their...

In Dave Frantz's own words...My name is Dave Frantz, and I am a full-time Teaching Professional at Heritage Harbour Golf Club in Bradenton. I am a current High School Golf Coach and a member of the Florida Athletic Coaches Association Hall of Fame, and was voted "Coach of the Year" three times. I have four decades of golf teaching and coaching experience and I guarantee I can help y...

Jim McCabe is one of golf’s most respected journalists having spent over 30 years covering the game for the PGA TOUR, Golfweek and the Boston Globe. Presently he produces his own weekly digital newsletter called "Power Fades" which can be found at powerfades.com. In this episode Kevin Walsh and Jim McCabe discuss their affinity for the game of golf and how it brings so many people togeth...

Will Reilly has been playing golf for fifty years. He comes from a golf family. His brother’s Hugh Jr. and Michael along with his Father Hugh Sr. are all members of the PGA of America. He also has four sisters that play, and his mother Suzanne was their high school Golf coach at Bishop McDevitt in Wyncote, Pennsylvania. Will has a passion for every aspect of golf especially when it comes to growin...