The bunkered Golf Podcast

It’s everybody’s favourite episode of the year: The bunkered Podcast’s Open Championship preview!   On this week’s edition, Michael and Lewis set the scene for the 154th edition of golf’s oldest major from the ‘comfort’ of their roasting hot studio in Dundee.   Is defending champion Scottie Scheffler really coming in undercooked? Why the hell is Rory McIlroy playing football? Is it Tommy’s time? W...

The best two weeks in golf are here! According to Lewis, at least. Michael’s less convinced… but then again, he’s played Augusta National.   Before next week’s Open Championship at Royal Birkdale, we’ve got the Scottish Open at The Renaissance, where an exceptional field will attempt to wrestle the title from Chris Gotterup.   But should the event start moving around the country again? Just one of...

Huge changes are coming to the PGA Tour. But what do you need to know and how significant are they?   Michael and Lewis break it all down for you on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast.   Elsewhere, there’s some chat about Phil Mickelson, the most ridiculously difficult Golf Tenable to date, and an old favourite makes a welcome return…   Tune-in now!   — SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTERS!   Get...

Wyndham Clark is just the latest golfer to suffer at the hands of ungracious spectators. Fortunately, it didn’t stop him from winning the US Open but, without something being done about it, how long until somebody does lose a tournament because of hecklers?   Michael and Lewis take a closer look at this problem on the latest episode of The bunkered Podcast.   Elsewhere, there’s reaction to news of...

Routinely criticised for “flooding the market” with new drivers, TaylorMade has announced that it is pivoting, with immediate effect, from a 12-month new product cycle to a 24-month cycle. But why? And why now?   Michael and Lewis break down the shock golf gear news on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast.   Elsewhere, Michael says a not-very-fond farewell to PGA of America president Don Re...

Let’s just call it Aaronimink, shall we? After a week of twists, turns and everything else, it was England’s Aaron Rai who emerged victorious at the PGA Championship, winning his maiden major in fantastic fashion.    On this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael and Lewis do a deep dive on Britain’s latest major champ – iron headcovers and all.    There’s also chat about the Sky Sports c...

It’s time for the second men’s major of the year which means it’s time for another bumper edition of The bunkered Podcast.   On this week’s episode, Michael and Lewis assess Scottie Scheffler’s chances of successfully defending the Wanamaker Trophy, Rory McIlroy’s chances of taking another step towards completing the calendar year grand slam, Jordan Spieth’s chances of completing the career grand...

Do not adjust your sets - this is not your typical episode of The bunkered Podcast! Instead, this is something brand-new from the TBP Universe. Introducing episode one of bunkered Business, a spin-off show focusing on the companies and commerce that power the game at all levels. Presented by Owen Wyatt, the chief growth officer of DC Thomson, and your regular bunkered Podcast host Michael McEwan,...

So it’s official: the PIF of Saudi Arabia will no longer bankroll LIV Golf - but what does that mean for the future of the league? Indeed, does it even have a future, or are we watching it take its final few breaths?   Michael and Lewis discuss that, and what the implications might be for LIV’s star players, on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast.   Elsewhere, there’s not one, not two, but...

Six months after losing the Ryder Cup in front of an, ahem, partisan home support at Bethpage, Team USA has a new captain.   Except he’s not new at all. Jim Furyk, the man who presided over the 17.5-10.5 pounding in Paris, is back in the saddle.   Which begs the question: what are they thinking?!   Michael and Lewis break down the appointment a busy episode which also includes reaction to the scan...

Rory McIlroy has made yet more Masters history, becoming just the fourth man to successfully defend the green jacket – but where does that rank him amongst Europe’s golfers of all time? And did he have, as some have suggested, an “unfair advantage” this year? Michael, James and Lewis get into the weeds on the latest episode of The bunkered Podcast. Elsewhere, the guys weigh up Justin Rose’s prospe...

Hello, friends! It’s time for a tradition unlike any other – The bunkered Podcast’s gigantic Masters preview.   Will Rory McIlroy successfully defend the green jacket? Will the nappy factor bounce Scottie Scheffler towards a third win at Augusta National? Will it be Bryson’s year? Or Bob’s? Or Tommy’s? Or... Jake Knapp’s?   Plus, the guys reveal what they’d change about the tournament and answer Y...

Following his latest car crash, Tiger Woods' competitive future is once again in significant doubt. Is it time for the former world No.1 to walk away from golf? Should the chance to captain the US Ryder Cup team be taken away from him? Is he competent enough to lead the PGA Tour’s Future Competition Committee?  Michael, James and Lewis discuss all of these points – and more – on this week’s episod...

Golf is the greatest sport of all... but that doesn’t mean it’s perfect.   And so, inspired by yet another slow debacle on tour, Michael and Lewis take the opportunity on this week’s pod to spell out all of the other improvements they’d make to the game, from the grassroots up.   Elsewhere, the guys start the countdown to The Masters by picking out some players who’ve got a fight on their hands to...

The behaviour of certain spectators at The PLAYERS Championship last weekend has created almost as many headlines as the golf itself - so is it time for the PGA Tour to straighten it out?   Michael, James and Lewis discuss in detail on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast.   Elsewhere, does anything make Cameron Young smile? Why can’t English golfers win at TPC Sawgrass? How should we be fe...

Get ready to for all the “fifth major” start to resume in earnest – it’s time for the 2026 PLAYERS Championship!    On this week’s episode, Michael, James and Lewis set the scene for the 52nd edition of the PGA Tour’s flagship event. Will defending champ Rory McIlroy be fit to play? Will the real Scottie Scheffler show up? Why is it so damn hard to defend at TPC Sawgrass? The guys debate it all.  ...

McLaren Racing launching a new golf equipment company was not on our bingo card for this year… but here we are!   The F1 giant has teased its plans to enter the world of club manufacture next month, with some exceptionally high-profile hires to its staff already having been confirmed.   What does this mean for consumers, for tour pros, for the marketplace and more? What should we expect from the n...

Jon Rahm’s Ryder Cup future appears to be hanging by a thread. Is it really possible that he’ll be banned from playing in next year’s match at Adare Manor?   Michael, James and Lewis discuss that - and what it could all mean for Europe’s prospects of a third straight win - on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast.   Elsewhere, there’s chat about Anthony Kim, Tiger Woods’ Masters hopes, a rid...

It must be February. We know that because the old “Should The PLAYERS Championship be a major” argument has started all over again.   Michael, James and Lewis discuss the merits for and against (mostly against) that idea on this week’s episode.   Elsewhere, the guys react to Patrick Reed’s latest win and the prospect of a first genuinely mouth-watering Order of Merit race in over 20 years, and the...

Following his dominant win in the Farmers Insurance Open, it’s time to ask the question: does Justin Rose’s CV get enough credit? Michael, James and Lewis debate that on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast.   Elsewhere, the guys react to Patrick Reed’s LIV exit and discuss whether or not the WM Phoenix Open is good for the game.   Plus, there’s an epic game of Golf Tenable.   Tune-in now!...

Following his victory in the Dubai Desert Classic, Michael, Lewis and James ask if the time has come to finally put some respect on Patrick Reed’s name - or if his, ahem, complicated history means that will never be possible.   Elsewhere, the guys discuss Rory McIlroy’s comments on Muirfield and the thorny subject of free relief from divots rears its head once again, prompting raised voices, firew...

With Brooks Koepka having quit to return to the PGA Tour, everybody is speculating about what the future holds for LIV Golf.   On this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael and Lewis dive beyond the headlines and try to make sense of another crazy week in men’s professional golf. There’s also chatter about what the PGA Tour’s rank-and-file might be thinking about Koepka’s instant return,...

Well, what do you know - it’s a new year!   On this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael, James and Lewis gaze into their crystal balls to predict what’s in store for golf in 2026.   Will we have another career grand slam winner? Will the Internationals finally get their hands on the Presidents Cup? Will Tiger Woods feature at all?   Also, the guys discuss Brooks Koepka’s return to the...

It’s Christmas time. There’s no need to be afraid. Instead, it’s time to sit back, relax and enjoy The bunkered Podcast’s annual review of the last 12 months. MVP, LVP, Most Bats**t Moment, Quote of the Year… Michael, James and Lewis hand out awards for all of these categories plus so much more. Elsewhere, there’s a final Podder of Merit update for 2025, Michael raps (oh yes he does), and “Sadie S...

As he prepares for his final tournament of a career-defining 2025, it's time to ask the question: is Rory McIlroy the greatest European golfer of all time? Michael, James and Lewis debate the cases for and against on this week's episode of The bunkered Podcast. Elsewhere, the guys respond to LIV's first close-season signings and debate an alleged case of cheating on the Challenge Tour.  Oh, and Mi...