185 episodes

In the 25 years of covering golf, the development of the game, courses and the camaraderie that’s core to the culture, it was time for Matt to share some of the best stories he has heard around fire pits all over the world. From PGA Tour players, caddies, architects, avid amateurs and buddies-trip planners, Matt has forged relationships with some of the most colorful and influential people in the game. So grab a drink, a seat and settle in. We’re getting to the essence of one story per podcast. A narrative so deep and meaningful, you save it for a post-round fire pit, which is where no one is in a hurry for the night to end.

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    • 4.4 • 13 Ratings

In the 25 years of covering golf, the development of the game, courses and the camaraderie that’s core to the culture, it was time for Matt to share some of the best stories he has heard around fire pits all over the world. From PGA Tour players, caddies, architects, avid amateurs and buddies-trip planners, Matt has forged relationships with some of the most colorful and influential people in the game. So grab a drink, a seat and settle in. We’re getting to the essence of one story per podcast. A narrative so deep and meaningful, you save it for a post-round fire pit, which is where no one is in a hurry for the night to end.

    Fire Drill 099: State of the Union

    Fire Drill 099: State of the Union

    In this Fire Drill podcast, Matt Ginella and Alan Shipnuck go deep on the complicated negotiations around the framework agreement, drawing on Alan’s new reporting. They also introduce Bonfires, events that will provide access, camaraderie, competition and quality experiences at some of the best courses and resorts in the world.🔥
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    • 1 hr 19 min
    L.A.B. Golf - Part 9: “Reflections” - The Fire Pit w/ Matt Ginella

    L.A.B. Golf - Part 9: “Reflections” - The Fire Pit w/ Matt Ginella

    Wait, there's more?! In Part 9 of the Fire Pit series on L.A.B. Golf, Matt Ginella gets final reflections from all protagonists on Lucas Glover's accomplishments, the putter, the technology and the business. Lots more on Brett Rumford's "let go of control to take control" and how it relates to overcoming the fears in golf and life. Plus, Kelly Slater on his win at Pipeline, 100-foot waves in Ireland and Jason Kuhn, the former Navy Seal sniper on: "Train like you fight."

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    • 38 min
    L.A.B. Golf – Part 8: “Glover Wins Again” - The Fire Pit w/ Matt Ginella

    L.A.B. Golf – Part 8: “Glover Wins Again” - The Fire Pit w/ Matt Ginella

    In part 8 of this Fire Pit Podcast series on the rise and relevancy of L.A.B. Golf, Matt Ginella takes you through the second of Lucas Glover’s back-to-back wins on the PGA Tour. And then he gets Glover’s thoughts on being passed up for the 2023 Ryder Cup, the business impact of the two wins, as well as reflections from several of the series protagonists on the stories within the series, including hope, inspiration, overcoming the yips and the American dream. In addition to Glover, you’ll hear more from Adam Scott, Kelly Slater, Brett Rumford, Mac Barnhardt, Michael Sims, Stuart Smith, Adam Beach, Sam Hahn, Liam Bedford and Bill Presse. 
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    • 1 hr 6 min
    L.A.B. Golf - Part 7: “Glover Wins Wyndham” - The Fire Pit w/ Matt Ginella

    L.A.B. Golf - Part 7: “Glover Wins Wyndham” - The Fire Pit w/ Matt Ginella

    In part 7 of this Fire Pit Podcast series on L.A.B. Golf, it’s almost all Lucas Glover. When and where a new putter intersects with his battle with the yips, reflections on his life, career, more from the Navy Seal, bold predictions from his inner-circle, and ultimately a recap of his win at the 2023 Wyndham Championship.
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    • 1 hr 5 min
    L.A.B. Golf - Part 6: “The Navy Seal” - The Fire Pit w/ Matt Ginella

    L.A.B. Golf - Part 6: “The Navy Seal” - The Fire Pit w/ Matt Ginella

    In Part 6 of the Fire Pit Podcast series on L.A.B. Golf, we’re getting to Lucas Glover, the highs and lows of professional golf, why friends and good management matters, and we talk to a Navy Seal about overcoming the yips. Thanks for following along. 
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    • 1 hr 2 min
    L.A.B. Golf - Part 5: "Brett Rumford" - The Fire Pit w/ Matt Ginella

    L.A.B. Golf - Part 5: "Brett Rumford" - The Fire Pit w/ Matt Ginella

    In Part 5 of this Fire Pit Podcast series on how and why L.A.B. Golf's technology and their putters are gaining in prominence and popularity, you'll hear from Brett Rumford, an Australian short-game guru. Rumford explains "giving up control to gain control," sheds light on the technology and why it's "cutting edge," he shares details of his relationship with Adam Scott, the bumps he overcame with Sam Hahn and the engineering team of the company, and he articulates his frustrations with pros who sign a putter contract: “Free up your contract and free up your putting and you just fill up all of your heart’s desires.” 
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    • 47 min

Customer Reviews

4.4 out of 5
13 Ratings

13 Ratings

Miles, UK ,

The Fire Pit with Matt Ginella

A beautiful story telling golf podcast; transporting the listener on a journey that delicately balances old skool golfing nostalgia (Ashworth clothing brand) whilst bringing to the listener’s attention to really important present day issues (NCAA Baton Rouge scandal).

The Fire pit is expertly curated by some very cool and influential golf folk (Matt Ginella, Alan Shipnuck).

This podcast is gold standard and take you on a wonderful journey that you’ll never want to end.

Jones from MOC ,

Love it

Really enjoy Matt’s style and his subjects, very cool. The dream is Sand Hills and Bandon, but as a poor Scottish guy listening to these pods will have to do! Thanks Matt

stevekemlo ,

Fire pit

Great easy listening ,as a Scot it kinda makes me jealous we don’t have similar place like Bandon , Cabot etc over here

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