The Four Jack Podcast - A Global Golf Podcast

In this episode, the boys sit down with Justin Silverstein, the Head Coach of USC's Women's Golf Team. We kick things off with Justin's take on where the team is at headed into the golf season, as one of the top golf programs in the USA. Justin touches on the system they use to improve player performance, similar to the idea of money ball in baseball, utilizing data to optimize for key metrics and...

In this episode the boys sit down with JT Higgins, the Hall of Fame Golf Coach that now coaches the USC Men's Golf Team after an incredible career with Texas A&M.   We kick things off with JT sharing how he got into coaching golf after never having played the sport competitively and entertaining different career opportunities at the time the idea was presented to him. Bringing his ex...

In this episode the boys cover this week's tournament in Maui, The Sentry Tournament of Champions. Cam Smith had an impressive final round with Jon Rahm on his heels all day long to win the first tournament of 2022.  In general, it was a birdie fest out there. Obviously the resort course is designed to be capitalized on by players of this caliber.  Matt Jones looked good out there breaking the tou...

In this episode we kick off Season 4 with Canadian Music Icon, Dallas Smith! The boys dive into Dallas' story of how he was introduced to music, some of his inspirations growing up and how he overcame shyness with a 6 pack and one of his favourite songs that would inevitably lead to his rise to become one of Canada's most celebrated musicians. Achieving success across different music genres, Dalla...

In this episode Parks and David preview what is coming for season 4.  They kick things off with the announcement of our Taylormade Stealth Giveaway that is happening on Instagram. Click For Contest Link David talks about his goal of focusing on listener engagement and the excitement around our partnership with Sirius XM and Pandora Radio. Parksy briefly talks about the upcoming Sentry Tournam...

In this episode we reflect on a few of the fun conversations we've had over the year and share a few of our Favorite Rapid Fire's from 2021. Our first rapid fire is to pay respects to our Canadian roots and we shared Kevin Thistle, CEO at PGA of Canada (3:14 minute mark) We also decided to feature our first NHL Superstar Mark Scheifele of the Winnipeg Jets (18:15 minute mark) Going down south to o...

In this episode the boys sit down with a friend of Parksy's, Mr. Fred Smith from his days caddying in the desert. Fred kicks the show off by saying how Parks remains one of the few people that stood the test of time on his bag as a natural born disrupter.  We also dive into some of Fred's great stories with his pal Mike Ditka, how Fred became a bit of a fashion icon at the Magic Fashion Show...

In this episode, the boys sit down with Camiko Smith, a professional golfer from Bermuda that is good friends with David.  Camiko Recaps his time at the PNC where he was thrilled about the return of the Big Cat and Charlie Woods. Tiger was a major inspiration to Camiko growing up and has tried to emulate his game (like all the rest of us) after El Tigre.  We also dive into how Camiko is...

In this episode the guys sit down with Jeff Simonds, The Director of Resort Operations at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort to chat about this weekends glorious return of the Big Cat (Tiger Woods) and his son Charlie. We give some hot takes on what we saw from Team Woods and tip our cap to the champions Team Daly. After a healthy dose of Tiger talk, we dive into Jeff's introduction to the game and his migr...

In this episode the boys sit down with Garrett Fraser of FTR Golf. A golf pro turned entrepreneur that went through the Alberta PGM program and has since developed an innovative golf cart that is produced in Canada and features a solar roof that charges it's lithium ion batteries.  Having grown up in Saskatchewan and Alberta, Garrett is very familiar with the challenges of running a golf cour...

In this episode the boys talk about the QBE shootout. Jason Kokrak and Kevin Na take this one down and David shares what his take aways, including a breakdown of how beautiful Kevin Na's interview after winning the tournament. Sometimes we forget about the people behind the scenes that are a huge part of a successful athlete's life and Kevin Na gave us a classy reminder to remember those around us...

In this episode the boys sit down with Devan Bonebrake, Director of Instruction at Rolling Hills Country Club. Recently named to Golf Digest's list of the “Best Young Teachers in America” (Top Teachers Under 40), Devan Bonebrake is a Jim McLean disciple and shares his philosophy on coaching amateur and elite level players with the Fam. Devan also shares how he was introduced to golf after playing...

In this episode we sit down with the Ladies from Drive Bunnies, Bianca & Kaitlyn. The boys learn about their mission to ensure a meaningful experience for women interested in golf! Golf is tough, the Drive Bunnies help create a fun environment to learn the game, build connections and network. Beyond learning more about the organization and what they have been up to since their inception and th...

In this episode the boys introduce Derek Lane (Director of Golf at Rolling Hills Country Club) as a new member of The Four Jack Family. Derek will be joining the boys more frequently moving forward. He brings a wealth of knowledge to the game and a great perspective on things outside golf. We also touch on what our holiday episode schedule is going to look like. Dropping shorter interviews more fr...

In this episode the boys sit down with Mike Zerah of Mullie Golf. Mike talks us through his inception behind Mullie - Which is the first of it's kind marketplace for golfers. Calling it the modern day eBay for golfers. We also dive into the idea of entrepreneurship and why taking the first steps, although they can be scary, can lead to a world that you couldn't have imagined. He also shares his st...

In this episode the boys cover everything that has happened in the world of golf today We recap the RSM where Talor Gooch wins his first tournament and Mac Hughes our beloved Canadian finishes second. The boys also discuss the piece of content that has been blowing up everyones news feed. Tiger's first swing since his accident in Los Angeles. Welcome back Big Cat! We also touch on what happened ov...

In this episode we sit down with Mike Johnson of Piretti Golf. The boys talk to Mike about how he navigated building his line of premium putters, the inspiration behind the concept and what it took to go from an idea to being one of the most sought after putters collectors can buy. Beyond diving into Mike's business journey, we talk about his passion for rock climbing and bouldering, how he secure...

In this episode Tom and Parksy briefly discuss this weekend's happenings across the different professional golf tours. We start by talking about Canadian-born Jason Kokrak taking down the Houston Open with some impressive play! This is his 3rd win in the last 13 months. Congrats! in LPGA News, Nelly Korda wins the Pelican Women's Championship after beating Sei Young Kim, Lexi Thompson, and Lydia K...

In this episode the boys have the honour of sitting down in our guest's house, Mr. Dan Mann, to discuss his rollercoaster ride in the golf adjacent industry. Dan discusses his journey through the media adjacent side of the golf industry and how he has been involved over the years. He explains how working with My Golf Spy opened up doors to small businesses in golf that have helped shape his opinio...

In this episode the boys bring on the General Manager of Galvin Green North America, Mr. Tom Romano. We get into Tom's quick ascent to the top of the company and the excitement around the brand and the push being made in the North American market. Tom discusses life in New York city and some of the golf he gets to experience in the North East, along with the lifestyle the brand offers him, giving...

In this episode the boys cover the Bermuda Championship where Lucas Herbert won his first PGA Tour event. We also breakdown the PGA Head Professional Championship of Canada that was played in Niagra at Lookout Point Country Club. Nick Kenney of The National Golf Club who took down the title joins the boys to recap his play and his first appearance in the field for this event. Cody Yaremovich also...

In this episode the boys chat with Mark Scheifele the NHL Superstar playing for the Winnipeg Jets. Mark discusses what it was like playing in the all Canadian division during the 2020-21 season and the competitive juices that it brought among the teams. Mark also takes us through his introduction to the game of golf and how it became a major passion in his life away from the rink. We also dive int...

In this episode the boys cover Hideki Matsuyama's win at the ZOZO Championship. We chat about the back and forth battle between Hideki and Cam Tringale over the weekend and the importance of Matsuyama's win in his home nation.  The boys also discuss the article out of Golf Digest-Australia surrounding the nod Greg Norman has been given to lead the charge on a potential F1  style world go...

In this episode we chat with the COO of Kemper Sports, Mr. Jim Stegall. Jim guides us through his time spent in the navy to his executive role with one of, if not the best golf, hospitality and property management companies in North America- Kemper Sports. Kemper Sports has become a leader in memorable golf experiences and Jim discusses how him and his team have achieved that title with resorts su...

In this episode the boys recap the second consecutive week in Vegas for The CJ Cup at Summit and discuss Rory's Sunday surge to win his 20th career victory.  We chat about the excitement around Rickie Fowler being in contention and ask the question...is he back? We chat about the difference in the tv product this week, and just how easy this golf course played. We talk about the PGA Tour's decisio...