The Cookie Jar Golf Podcast

An exceptional few days at The Curtis Cup, capped off with a nail-biting final day of singles action. Sam, Tom & Bruce found some shade to recap a truly memorable event! Huge congratulations to Catriona and the team on their victory at Sunningdale in the 43rd edition of this prestigious event. Tune in for course insights, player reviews, and a special one-off segment: "Overheard at The Cu...

Sam sits down with Joe while the roof is quite literally caving in on the paradise peninsula of The Wirral to talk about an exciting new project with Sam Cooper& Will Eagar.    Exclusively available at Urban Golf in London - the home of indoor golf since 2004 - it will offer unimaginable risk& reward, played on courses that are set in some breathtaking landscapes!    Huge credit to Joe, Wi...

Bruce sits down with two friends of the pod, Grace and James, to recap a brilliant week in St Andrews for the AIG Women’s Open. They discuss the atmosphere at the Home of Golf, key storylines from the week, their encounters with several players, and how the drama of the final round unfolded… Send us a message if you liked the show If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Ap...

Tom and Bruce sit down and discuss the upcoming AIG Women’s Open to be played at St Andrews, looking at the course setup, conditions and general atmosphere about town.  Tom also recounts his recent time on the road and a new favourite book of his about Ben Hogan and Golf’s Most Enduring Controversy - the 1942 Hale America Open. Send us a message if you liked the show If you've enjoyed this ep...

Sam sits down during the English Amateur Championship at Seaton Carew for this Course Diaries episode. Alex and the rest of the team at the club are on a journey of taking this historic 22-hole links through phases of constant improvement and in 2024 the club is celebrating its 150th anniversary! Send us a message if you liked the show If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review...

In Part II of this Course Diaries two-part behemoth, we talk to Ryan about the restoration work underway at The Addington under the stewardship of Clayton DeVries & Pont. Ryan's passion and enthusiasm, alongside the canvas he has at The Addington, make this the most interesting restoration project in the UK, and quite possibly the world.   For more, head to @theaddingtongc or their websit...

Live from an undisclosed beer garden in South West London, after an 18-hour day, we finally sat down to record this podcast. A Course Diaries podcast with Ryan was always going to be a long one, so this is a two-parter. We'll be releasing Part II early next week. In this episode, we talk about why The Addington is unique, how the club came into the ownership of Ron Noades and before him Moira...

Sam, Tom & Bruce gather to discuss Royal Troon, the setup, the performances and more. From Schauffele, to Rory as well as the slightly eclectic leaderboard and whether that’s a good or bad thing. We also talk about our wonderful event on Friday at Blackwell in partnership with the good folks at FootJoy who went all out (and Sam manages to shoehorn his own golf into yet another podcast)! Send u...

Sam & Tom are joined by producer Luke to have a little game of Open stash The Price is Right Send us a message if you liked the show If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify ! You can follow us along below @cookiejargolf Instagram / Facebook / Twitter / YouTube / Website

Sam & Tom Discuss the course ahead of the Open here at Royal Troon this week. Send us a message if you liked the show If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify ! You can follow us along below @cookiejargolf Instagram / Facebook / Twitter / YouTube / Website

Sam & Tom discuss the Scottish Open from on site at Renaissance Golf Club. This will be the first of daily micro pods over the next 6 days of The Open at Royal Troon. Send us a message if you liked the show If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify ! You can follow us along below @cookiejargolf Instagram / Facebook / Twitter / YouTube / Website

We sat down with friend of the jar - Kenny Reid - to talk about his second book, 'Touch of Class'. The book charts the story of the 1984 Open Championship and in the process, capture the essence of Seve Ballesteros and why he captured the hearts of so many.   To get hold of a copy of his newly released book, click here .  Available from all good bookshops! Send us a message if you liked...

With the recent conclusion of the General Election in Britain and a lively debate between Biden & Trump where the nation watched two men well past the age of 70 arguing over who was the better golfer, we decided to look at golfing politicians over time. In stark contrast to the US, where almost all US Presidents play the game, the UK has a much thinner spread. We talk about A.J. Balfour, Lloyd...

Sam, Tom, Peter Hancock and Ross Flannigan get together to talk through their various days at Final Qualifying across the UK. Sam was at Burnham & Berrow, Tom was at West Lancashire, Peter was at Deal while Ross was at Dundonald. Great day had by all four and we discuss the stories emerging from the day. Send us a message if you liked the show If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave...

Our 250th episode just so happens to be a cracker! The seocnd part of our Eclectic 18 with No Laying Up's Tron Carter. He went all out for this one, and not only that he had to pick his Eclectic 18 only from courses featured on Tourist Sauce.     Season 9 of Tourist Sauce has recently concluded which saw the team head back to Australia.    His Scorecard: 1. Sheep Ranch 2. Lofoten Links 3. Old...

Tom sits down with Tron Carter from No Laying Up to discuss his eclectic 18. Following the conclusion of season 9 of Tourist Sauce, Tron puts to better his eclectic 18 with the condition the courses he picks can only be from courses he’s played on his travels with tourist sauce.  Send us a message if you liked the show If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts...

Bruce, Sam & Tom discuss the US Open and the performances of Bryson DeChambeau and Rory McIlroy. They analyze Bryson's win and his growth as a player and person. They also delve into Rory's collapse and the role of Harry Diamond. They debate whether the expectations on Rory are too high and discuss the importance of mental strength in golf. They also touch on the course at Pinehurst...

Sam & Tom dig into the history of Pinehurst and the events that have shaped this resort from its origins as a 'health retreat for those of modest means' to a bucket list destination with 10 courses, and where this week The US Open will take place.  Send us a message if you liked the show If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify ! You...

Winner of the RBC  Canadian Open chats with Sam on a high from his victory last Sunday, now back in Oban.  Send us a message if you liked the show If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify ! You can follow us along below @cookiejargolf Instagram / Facebook / Twitter / YouTube / Website

Sam and Tom recap their magical day spent south of Paris at the enchanting Fontainebleau. The club is situated on a sprawling hunting estate which is home to one of the biggest palaces in all of France, and pre-dates Versailles by over 500 years. Originally founded in 1909 and laid out by Julian Chantepie, Tom Simpson reworked the course in 1920 and is responsible for much of what remains. Only a...

Following on from the podcast, Sophie surprised us with her eclectic 18, which we thought we’d throw out as a bonus pod. I hope you enjoy. Scorecard below: 1 - Alwoodley 2 - Evian Resort  3 - Kingston Heath  4 - Cruden Bay  5 - Walton Heath (Old)  6 - Old Course  7 - Royal Dornoch  8 - Emirates Golf Club (Majlis)  9 - Turnberry  10 - Sunningdale (Old) 11 - Hillside 12 - Woodhall Spa (Hotchkin) 13...

Podding live form Stockport Golf Club, Sam sits down with Sophie Walker to talk her about her career in the game of golf, broadcasting and her reflections on the game mre broadly.    Had a lot of fun hanging out with Sophie, who really does just adore the game!   Tune in Friday for a special bonus Eclectic 18 Episode.  Send us a message if you liked the show If you've enjoyed this episode, pl...

Tom & Sam sit down in the office to chat through the upcoming PGA Championship in Valhalla. Tom talks about the 'ick' he gets from Michael Block, and we discuss whether or not there's a better 'fourth major' to be had.   Today we'll also be releasing our film from Borth & Ynyslas, and the FootJoy 'Todd Snyder' collab shoes will also be going on sale....

Sam meets with Richard Fisher - club archivist and author of the St David’s history book - to discuss the history of the club, the area and its members. As a professional historian, it should come as no surprise that Richard is a cracking guest and talks brilliantly about the subject! Don’t forget to head to YouTube to see the latest films from our travels in Wales’s. Send us a message if you like...

Bruce, Sam & Tom discuss the major news of the weekend Sam following the Lytham trophy on the final day - coupled with some big news coming out of Blackwell! Send us a message if you liked the show If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify ! You can follow us along below @cookiejargolf Instagram / Facebook / Twitter / YouTube / Website