LINKS Magazine contributor Joe Passov talks about his “Paragon” series identifying the attributes that are central to the design, challenge, and joy of the game’s most cherished courses in this episode of the LINKS Golf Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep. 98: Golf's Ultimate Tests

Is it time we stop glorifying Golden Age architects? LINKS Editor George Peper is back to break down his column on that topic and more from the Fall 2021 issue on this episode of the LINKS Golf Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep. 97: Inside the Fall 2021 Issue of LINKS with George Peper

With its one-of-a-kind experience as “The Most Magical Place on Earth” and four unique layouts that have hosted the PGA Tour, LPGA, and PGA Tour Champions, Walt Disney World Resort serves as a high-caliber public golf destination for vacationers, locals, and avid players alike. As the resort celebrates its 50th anniversary, Digital Editor Al Lunsford spoke with Walt Disney World Golf General Manager Bruce Gerlander and Director of Sales & Marketing Alex Forsyth to break down the best ways to add golf to a Disney vacation, the influence of Arnold Palmer, and what makes the Disney golf experience stand out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep. 96: 4 Courses to Play at Walt Disney World Resort

LINKS Publisher Jack Purcell details his recent trip to the Home of Golf along with a group of friends who were visiting Scotland for the first time. Jack runs through the nine courses he played and provides helpful tips on where to grab a pint, how to pack, and can’t-miss experiences along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep. 95: 9 Rounds in Scotland

While Top 100 layout Whistling Straits will attract the full focus of the Ryder Cup, the four other golf courses at Destination Kohler provide the variety, challenge, and excitement that make the Wisconsin resort a must-visit. LINKS contributor Shaun Tolson breaks down all five golf options and the best off-course activities in this episode of the LINKS Golf Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep. 94: In-Depth on Ryder Cup Venue Whistling Straits PLUS Destination Kohler's Other Courses

Digital Editor Al Lunsford and golf photographer Matt Hahn recount their four-day road trip around the state of South Carolina, discovering some of the best natural and recreational destinations the state has to offer which contain, or are close to, premier public golf options. The team’s journey included visits to South Carolina’s two state park golf courses, as well as stops at the home courses of Clemson University and University of South Carolina. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep. 93: A Four-Day Public Golf Road Trip in South Carolina

LINKS Senior Editor Jim Frank shares insider knowledge and humorous stories from his golf trip to the host country of the Summer Olympic Games in the Season 8 finale of the LINKS Golf Podcast, presented by Ashcroft Capital. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 92: What’s It Like to Play Golf in Japan?

Chris Keiser discusses the recent announcements coming from Bandon Dunes, from hosting 13 USGA championships over the next 25 years (0:50) to a 6th course called New River Dunes coming to Bandon (25:18) and talks about developments at each of the Dream Golf properties on this episode of the LINKS Golf Podcast, presented by Ashcroft Capital. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep. 91: Exciting News From Bandon Dunes

One of hockey’s all-time greatest players, legendary defenseman Chris Pronger, reveals his favorite courses, describes how golf has influenced his post-playing career, and explains what remains unchecked on his golf bucket list in this episode of the LINKS Golf Podcast, presented by Ashcroft Capital. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep. 90: NHL Hall of Famer Chris Pronger

LINKS contributor Nick Edmund has been to his fair share of Open Championships over the years—he shares his most memorable experiences, tips for first-time attendees, his favorite course in the Open rota, and must-play courses nearby the nine Open Championship venues in this episode of the LINKS Golf Podcast, presented by Ashcroft Capital. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep. 89: An Insider’s Guide to the Open Championship Experience

Oak Hill Country Club’s East Course, host of the 2023 PGA Championship, six previous major championships, and the 1995 Ryder Cup, recently reopened for play after the completion of a 10-month restoration project led by architect Andrew Green. Digital Editor Al Lunsford sits down with Oak Hill golf course superintendent Jeff Corcoran who details the updates and the background of the Donald Ross-designed East and West courses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep. 88: What to Know: Restoring the East Course at Oak Hill

Gil Hanse breaks down the details of his restoration work on the Lower Course at Baltusrol Golf Club in a conversation with Digital Editor Al Lunsford on this episode of the LINKS Golf Podcast, presented by Ashcroft Capital. Lunsford also takes listeners inside his round and overnight stay at the historic club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep. 87: In-Depth on Baltusrol

In addition to playing and writing about the game, LINKS contributor Ryan Asselta is a regular caddie for his two sons in major youth tournaments. He shares the top tips on how to get kids involved in the game, the most effective motivation tactics, and the best golf gift he’s ever received from his boys in this episode of the LINKS Golf Podcast, presented by Ashcroft Capital. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep. 86: Expert Advice for Golf Dads

The hosts review the across-the-pond features in the Summer 2021 issue on this episode of the LINKS Golf Podcast, presented by Ashcroft Capital, including George’s “exclusive” interview with the Claret Jug. They also discuss 18 great courses in the shadow of the nine Open Championship venues, Old Tom Morris’s 200th birthday, and the best courses to play at twilight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep. 85: LINKS Summer Issue Preview with Editor George Peper

As Jack Nicklaus has described, “Golf is 80 percent mental, 10 percent ability, 10 percent luck.” To help unlock the keys to mastering the mental side of golf, Digital Editor Al Lunsford talked to golf’s most accomplished sports psychologist, Dr. Gio Valiante, in this episode of the LINKS Golf Podcast, presented by Ashcroft Capital. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep. 84: Vital Tips to Master Your Mental Game

Hosts Graylyn Loomis and Ian Critser of LINKS Golf Media discuss a wide range of topics pertaining to golf travel, course reviews, interviews with leaders of the game, and more