The Hill Unscripted

Episode 9 – In this special episode of The Hill Unscripted , host Bob Kitchen is joined by his father and Maple Hill Golf co-founder Rich Kitchen for a trip down memory lane — and a deep dive into the smart risks and bold purchases that helped shape the Maple Hill legacy. Rich shares the backstories behind some of the company’s most legendary buys, including: 40,000 Wilson clubs they turned into m...

Season 1 / Episode 8 – In this episode of The Hill Unscripted, Bob Kitchen, co-owner of Maple Hill Golf, welcomes longtime head fitter Richard Phillips for an in-depth conversation about golf gear, fitting, and the business of the game. Bob and Richard kick things off by recapping the surprising finish at the Scottish Open , where Chris Gotterup beat Rory McIlroy, reinforcing Bob’s favorite theme:...

Season 1 / Episode 7 – On this episode of The Hill Unscripted , Bob Kitchen tees up another wide-ranging, no-nonsense look into the world of golf — both on and off the course. Bob kicks things off with a recap of the thrilling finish at the John Deere Classic , spotlighting the battle between Grillo, Chapman, and Lipsky that had fans on the edge of their seats. From there, Bob tackles a big questi...

Season 1 / Episode 6 – In this episode of The Hill Unscripted , Bob Kitchen , owner of Maple Hill Golf, unpacks a powerful mix of golf gear insights and business philosophy that define what makes Maple Hill a standout in the industry. Bob starts with a look at low spin drivers , clearing up the common misconception that less spin is always better. With insights from top players like Scottie Scheff...

Season 1 / Episode 5 – In this episode of The Hill Unscripted , Bob Kitchen recaps a powerful moment from the U.S. Open — the inspiring story of J.J. Spaun , who bounced back from a rough front nine (a 40!) to battle his way through the field with a refuse-to-lose mindset and claim his first major win. Bob highlights Spaun’s perseverance and what it teaches us about mental toughness in golf — and...

Season 1 / Episode 4 – Zero Torque Putters, Loft Myths & Father’s Day Deals In this episode of The Hill Unscripted , host Bob Kitchen welcomes Jesse Post , Maple Hill Golf’s Lead Club Fitter in the Launch Kitchen, for an in-depth look at what’s trending in golf gear and what you need to know. They start by breaking down zero torque putters — who they’re made for, why so many golfers are curiou...

Season 1 / Episode 3 – Championship Fallout, Mud Ball Madness & The Truth About Counterfeit Clubs In this episode of The Hill Unscripted , Bob Kitchen recaps all the buzz coming out of last week’s 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow — including his take on the field, course setup, and how Scottie Scheffler’s dominance is cementing him as the man to beat in major championship golf. Bob also b...

Season 1 / Episode 2 – Naming The Podcast & Shaping The Story In this episode of The Hill Unscripted , Bob Kitchen dives into the submissions for the podcast’s name — from the funny to the fantastic — and reflects on the creative (and sometimes hilarious) suggestions that came in from customers, employees, and friends of Maple Hill Golf. But it’s more than just a naming recap. Bob also shares...

Season1 / Episode 1 – Meet Bob Kitchen: 30+ Years in Golf and What’s Coming on The Hill Unscripted In the very first episode of The Hill Unscripted , host and Maple Hill Golf owner Bob Kitchen steps up to the mic to kick things off with a personal introduction. With over three decades in the golf business , Bob shares his journey from growing up around the family business to becoming one of the mo...