Birdie Golf Club Podcast

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Welcome to the Birdie Golf Club Podcast, where your host Dave weekly finds golf personalities from around the world and shares a conversation with them to learn more about their journey and why golf is important to them. From current Tour Pro's to Content Creators and Industry Experts, I look to get deeper than just an interview and instead find value in each individual. I hope the podcast above anything becomes a companion to your weekly routine and if along the way we can all find tips to help our game both off and on the course, then wouldn't that be lovely.

  1. 1 day ago

    Is Golf Losing Its Connection With Fans?

    Is golf losing its connection with fans? Dave and Luke have a wide-ranging conversation about the state and future of the game — from professional golf and the DP World Tour to the rise of women's golf, the importance of great sporting stories and whether golf is becoming too expensive and inaccessible for ordinary players. They discuss why some professional golf struggles to capture attention, what makes a player or tournament genuinely relatable, and why stories such as Ellie Givens' journey can create a much stronger connection with fans. The conversation also explores golf course pricing, grassroots and community golf, long drive, and the growing importance of content creation and storytelling in the modern golf industry. Ultimately, it's a conversation about a bigger question: what actually makes people fall in love with golf — and how does the game keep that connection in the future? In this episode:• Is professional golf losing fans?• The current appeal of men's professional golf• Why the DP World Tour remains compelling• The growth and appeal of women's golf• Ellie Givens' remarkable golf journey• Why great sporting stories matter• How our relationship with golf changes• The rising cost of playing golf• Accessibility and grassroots golf• The future of long drive• Golf content creation and videography• Why golf needs better storytelling• The importance of community in the game About Birdie Golf Club:Birdie Golf Club is golf beyond the leaderboard — honest conversations, stories and insights from across the game, covering professional golf, equipment, courses, challenges, content creation and the people who make golf interesting. New episodes every week.

  2. 18 Aug

    How to Stop Your Mind Ruining Your Golf | Laura Scott

    Golf is as much a mental game as it is a physical one. Nerves, frustration, overthinking, fear of judgement and one bad shot can quickly turn a good round into a frustrating one. In this episode of the Birdie Golf Club Podcast, Dave is joined by mental performance coach Laura Scott to explore what actually happens in your mind when you’re playing golf under pressure. Laura explains how to deal with negative self-talk, recover after a bad shot, manage tension and anxiety, build a repeatable pre-shot routine and stop letting your score or handicap define how you feel about your game. They also discuss ego, playing with friends, fear of looking stupid, the pressure to improve, process goals and why learning to focus on the next shot can completely change your experience on the course. If you’ve ever overthought a shot, let one bad hole ruin a round or felt frustrated because you “should” be playing better, this episode is for you. In this episode:
• How to stop overthinking your golf
• Managing pressure, nerves and frustration
• What happens mentally after a bad shot
• Negative self-talk and golf confidence
• Building a repeatable pre-shot routine
• Fear of judgement when playing with friends
• Ego, handicaps and score frustration
• Process goals vs score goals
• How to stop one bad hole ruining your round
• Detaching your identity from your golf
• The next-shot mindset
• How to enjoy golf while still improving About Laura Scott:
Laura Scott is a mental performance coach who works with amateur and professional golfers to improve mental performance, manage pressure and enjoy the game more. Learn more: laurascottgolf.com Listen to more from Birdie Golf Club:
Birdie Golf Club is golf beyond the leaderboard — honest conversations with golfers and personalities from across the game, plus stories, challenges, equipment, course strategy and professional golf. New episodes every week.

  3. 11 Aug

    Joe Dean: The Truth About Qualifying for The Open & Life on Tour

    Joe Dean joins Dave on the Birdie Golf Club Podcast to reveal the REALITY of life as a professional golfer — from working at Morrisons while chasing his dream, to the financial pressure of Tour School, sponsorship, qualifying for The Open and competing at Royal Troon. Joe opens up about money, pressure, media scrutiny, the reality of life on the DP World Tour and why becoming a professional golfer isn't always the glamorous career people imagine. We also discuss Joe's journey from junior golf, his relationship with coach Graham Walker, the importance of consistency, the dangers of over-coaching, YouTube golf, professional golf's financial structure and why more investment is needed at the lower levels of the game. Joe also takes us inside his Open Championship experience at Royal Troon, including Open qualifying, the pressure of trying to perform on one of golf's biggest stages and the tiny margins that can decide a tournament. If you're interested in professional golf, the DP World Tour, The Open Championship, golf careers, golf psychology, golf's financial system or what it REALLY takes to make it as a tour professional, this episode is for you. 🏌️ IN THIS EPISODE • Joe Dean's journey from junior golf to the DP World Tour • Working at Morrisons while chasing professional golf • The REAL financial cost of becoming a professional golfer • Tour School, sponsorship and funding a career • Why more money doesn't always mean less pressure • Qualifying for The Open Championship • Joe's experience at Royal Troon • The pressure of professional golf and media scrutiny • Why golf shouldn't define your identity • Over-coaching and swing video obsession • Why consistency matters more than chasing -7 every week • YouTube golf and the changing golf media landscape • LIV Golf and professional golf as a business • Why mini tours need more investment • The proposed World Golf Commission • Joe's long-term ambitions on tour ⏱ CHAPTERS 00:00 The reality of professional golf 02:08 How Joe started playing golf 03:46 Talent vs work ethic 05:46 Why consistency matters 06:09 Don't let golf define who you are 08:08 Family, mindset and the grind 11:05 Working at Morrisons while chasing the dream 12:04 Funding Tour School 14:29 Why contentment can help performance 15:28 The problem with over-structured practice 16:54 When pressure becomes a problem 18:03 The transition to full-time professional golf 19:28 Tour funding and eligibility 21:06 Sponsorship and surviving the early years 24:29 More money, more problems 26:14 What money actually changes 29:46 Rory McIlroy and media pressure 33:56 When comments become headlines 36:44 Golf media and overreaction 38:04 Open qualifying 39:54 The pressure of Monday qualifying 42:14 YouTube golf and preserving golf's heritage 43:43 Sponsorship and professional golf 46:28 Money as a motivation 49:48 Preparing for The Open 52:33 Joe's Royal Troon experience 56:26 The brutal closing stretch 57:28 Playing with Henrik Stenson and Max Homa 59:49 Ryan Fox's character 61:03 Faults vs traits in the golf swing 62:43 Should golfers really chase more speed? 64:54 Over-coaching and swing video 66:59 Shooting 10-under but worrying about your swing 68:52 The 12-ball challenge 71:18 Tour rankings and card security 73:26 Why 15 years on tour matters 75:36 LIV Golf and golf as a business 80:27 The World Golf Commission 83:34 Why mini tours need more support 85:33 Final thoughts 👟 PAYNTR GOLF SHOES Golf shoes worn by the likes of Jason Day, Justin Rose, Sam Burns and Min Woo Lee. Use code: BIRDIEGOLFCLUBPODCAST for 15% OFF at Payntr Golf. https://payntrgolf.co.uk 🎙️ ABOUT BIRDIE GOLF CLUB Birdie Golf Club is about golf beyond the leaderboard. Subscribe for new episodes every week. #GolfPodcast #JoeDean #DPWorldTour #TheOpen #ProfessionalGolf

  4. 4 Aug

    I Asked AI to Save Professional Golf... Here's What It Came Up With

    Can artificial intelligence solve the biggest problems in professional golf? I asked ChatGPT to completely redesign the professional game—from the PGA Tour and LIV Golf to the DP World Tour, the major championships and golf's entire global structure. The results genuinely surprised me. In this solo episode, I react to ChatGPT's ideas, discussing whether golf needs a World Golf Commission, how a World Golf League could work, why the PGA Championship has an identity crisis, and what changes could make professional golf more exciting for fans around the world. If you enjoy golf podcasts, professional golf, LIV Golf, the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, The Masters, Ryder Cup, golf strategy or the future of the game, this episode is packed with ideas that will get you thinking. 🏌️ IN THIS EPISODE • Can AI save professional golf? • A World Golf Commission explained • Should LIV Golf and the PGA Tour merge? • A brand-new World Golf League • Why the PGA Championship needs reinventing • The future of the four major championships • How global golf could become easier to follow • The biggest idea that could change golf forever ⏱ CHAPTERS 00:00 I Asked AI to Save Professional Golf 05:57 Simplifying the Golf Ecosystem 12:09 The Future of Major Championships 18:01 The World Golf League 34:06 Final Verdict 👟 PAYNTR GOLF SHOES Trusted by Jason Day, Justin Rose, Sam Burns and Min Woo Lee. Use code: BIRDIEGOLFCLUBPODCAST for 15% OFF your order. https://payntrgolf.co.uk 🎙️ ABOUT BIRDIE GOLF CLUB Birdie Golf Club brings you weekly golf podcasts, golf challenges, equipment reviews, course strategy and conversations with some of the biggest names in golf. Subscribe for new episodes every week. Topics covered: ChatGPT Artificial Intelligence Professional Golf PGA Tour LIV Golf DP World Tour The Masters The Open Championship US Open Golf PGA Championship Ryder Cup World Golf League Golf Governance Golf News Birdie Golf Club #GolfPodcast #ChatGPT #LIVGolf #PGATour #Golf

  5. 28 Jul

    Lee Brennan on LIV Golf's Future, The Open & Golf's Biggest Controversies

    Is LIV Golf coming to the end of its time in the UK? Lee Brennan from LA Golf Channel joins the Birdie Golf Club Podcast to discuss the future of LIV Golf, The Open Championship, golf equipment, course design, professional golf and the biggest debates currently shaping the game. We discuss whether LIV Golf will return to JCB Golf & Country Club, the future of elite professional golf, Bryson DeChambeau, golf course architecture, equipment distances, The Open Championship, social media, rules controversies and some of Lee's favourite stories from inside the game. If you enjoy golf podcasts, professional golf, LIV Golf, PGA Tour, DP World Tour, golf course design or behind-the-scenes conversations with some of the biggest voices in golf, you'll love this episode. 🏌️ IN THIS EPISODE • Is this the final LIV Golf event in the UK? • The future of LIV Golf and professional golf • The Open Championship behind the scenes • Bryson DeChambeau and golf controversies • Equipment distances and course setup • Golf course architecture debate • Social media in modern golf • Favourite golf courses and memorable stories • Lee Brennan's latest projects ⏱ CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 02:13 LIV Golf JCB recap 03:34 Is LIV Golf leaving the UK? 04:02 Future of professional golf 07:47 New player pathways 11:33 PGA Tour meritocracy 15:34 Behind the scenes at The Open 22:13 Bryson DeChambeau discussion 28:52 Rules controversies 39:55 USGA and golf rules 42:55 Innovation in golf 50:47 Equipment vs course design 65:29 Favourite golf courses 71:11 Golf films and funny stories 77:27 What's next for Lee Brennan 👟 PAYNTR GOLF SHOES Trusted by Jason Day, Justin Rose, Sam Burns and Min Woo Lee. Use code: BIRDIEGOLFCLUBPODCAST for 15% OFF your order. https://payntrgolf.co.uk 📲 FOLLOW LEE BRENNAN YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@LAGolfChannel Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lagolfchannel/ 🎙️ ABOUT BIRDIE GOLF CLUB Birdie Golf Club brings you weekly golf podcasts, golf equipment reviews, golf challenges, tour analysis and in-depth conversations with some of the biggest names in golf. Subscribe for new episodes every week. Topics covered: Lee Brennan LA Golf Channel LIV Golf LIV Golf UK JCB Golf & Country Club The Open Championship Bryson DeChambeau PGA Tour DP World Tour Golf course architecture Golf equipment Professional golf Golf rules Golf podcast Birdie Golf Club #GolfPodcast #LIVGolf #LeeBrennan #TheOpen #Golf

  6. 21 Jul

    Hannah Holden on Bryson's Open Controversy, The Solheim Cup & Royal Birkdale

    Bryson DeChambeau's controversial ruling at The Open Championship, the biggest changes to Royal Birkdale, Ryan Fox's Open victory and a full Solheim Cup 2026 preview.Hannah Holden joins the Birdie Golf Club Podcast to discuss the biggest stories in golf, including Bryson DeChambeau's rules controversy, Royal Birkdale's redesigned Open Championship setup, Ryan Fox lifting the Claret Jug, the upcoming Solheim Cup in the Netherlands, women's golf, LPGA stars, the Ladies European Tour and the future of professional golf.If you're passionate about golf, The Open Championship, golf course architecture, professional golf, golf rules, the Solheim Cup or the biggest talking points in the game, this episode is packed with expert insight, opinion and behind-the-scenes stories.🏌️ IN THIS EPISODE• Bryson DeChambeau's controversial ruling explained• Ryan Fox's Open Championship victory• Royal Birkdale's course changes and player reaction• Why scoring at modern major championships continues to evolve• The fascinating history behind the Solheim Cup• Europe's chances in the 2026 Solheim Cup• Women's golf, LPGA and LET discussion• Hannah Holden's journey in golf media• Team golf psychology• Course architecture and championship setup⏱ CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction02:01 Royal Birkdale changes03:43 The redesigned holes04:54 Player reaction06:47 Low scoring debate09:25 Bryson DeChambeau controversy11:29 Rules explained13:36 Television and officiating15:05 Bryson's personality18:12 Scottie Scheffler ruling comparison19:45 Ryan Fox's Open victory22:16 Confidence and decision making26:57 Improving your golf swing29:36 Hannah Holden's golf media journey33:07 The history of the Solheim Cup35:52 Why it's called the Solheim Cup37:43 Visiting the Dutch course39:45 The growth of women's golf44:55 Players to watch48:01 Team golf strategy54:25 The Dutch golf course58:28 Preparing a major championship venue60:23 Solheim Cup preparations63:17 Interesting rules discussions65:17 Bunker play and confidence67:04 Community in golf69:02 Inclusive golf formats70:48 Solheim Cup expectations73:25 Final thoughts👟 PAYNTR GOLF SHOESJustin Rose, Jason Day, Min Woo Lee and Sam Burns all trust PAYNTR Golf.Use code:BIRDIEGOLFCLUBPODCASTfor 15% OFF your order.https://payntrgolf.co.uk📲 FOLLOW HANNAH HOLDENYouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@HannahHoldenGolfInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/hannahholdengolf/🎙️ ABOUT BIRDIE GOLF CLUBBirdie Golf Club brings you weekly golf podcasts, in-depth conversations, golf course strategy, equipment reviews, golf challenges and interviews with some of the biggest names in the game.Whether you're interested in The Open Championship, Ryder Cup, Solheim Cup, PGA Tour, DP World Tour, LPGA, golf instruction or the latest golf news, subscribe for new episodes every week.Topics covered in this episode:Bryson DeChambeauRyan FoxRoyal BirkdaleThe Open ChampionshipThe Claret JugSolheim CupLPGALadies European TourWomen's GolfGolf RulesProfessional GolfGolf Course ArchitectureGolf MediaHannah HoldenBirdie Golf Club Podcast#GolfPodcast #BrysonDeChambeau #TheOpen #RoyalBirkdale #SolheimCup

  7. 14 Jul

    Royal Birkdale: Why It Always Finds The Right Open Champion

    Royal Birkdale is one of the greatest Open Championship venues in golf history. Discover the complete story behind the legendary links course that has crowned Arnold Palmer, Tom Watson, Padraig Harrington and Jordan Spieth. Royal Birkdale isn't just one of the world's greatest golf courses—it's one of the greatest championship venues ever created. For more than a century, this remarkable stretch of links land on England's Golf Coast has challenged the very best golfers on the planet. From Arnold Palmer helping transform The Open Championship into a truly global event, to Padraig Harrington's remarkable title defence in brutal conditions, and Jordan Spieth's unforgettable recovery from the driving range in 2017, Royal Birkdale has consistently revealed champions worthy of lifting the Claret Jug. In this Birdie Golf Club documentary, we take a deep dive into the complete history of Royal Birkdale. Discover how the Irish Sea created its towering dunes, why its architecture is admired by golfers around the world, and why professionals continue to describe it as the fairest test in championship golf. This isn't simply the history of a golf course. It's the story of why Royal Birkdale continues to reveal the right Champion Golfer of the Year. Whether you're preparing for The Open Championship or simply love golf history, links golf and course architecture, this documentary explores what makes Royal Birkdale one of the most respected championship venues in the world. ⛳ IN THIS DOCUMENTARY • The complete history of Royal Birkdale Golf Club • How nature created one of golf's greatest links courses • Why Royal Birkdale is considered the fairest test in championship golf • The architecture and vision that shaped one of The Open's greatest venues • Arnold Palmer and the moment The Open Championship became truly global • The legendary champions who mastered Royal Birkdale • Padraig Harrington's incredible defence in 2008 • Jordan Spieth's unforgettable 2017 Open Championship victory • Why Royal Birkdale continues to stand the test of time despite modern equipment ⏱ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Where Champions Are Revealed 03:45 – Before There Was Golf, There Was Sand 09:18 – Building Royal Birkdale 16:10 – Arnold Palmer Changes The Open 24:05 – The Course That Finds Champions 33:10 – Padraig Harrington's Masterclass 41:52 – Jordan Spieth's Miracle at Royal Birkdale 53:40 – Why Royal Birkdale Endures 🏌️ ABOUT BIRDIE GOLF CLUB If you enjoy golf documentaries, golf history, The Open Championship, major championships, course architecture and links golf, you're in the right place. Birdie Golf Club brings together long-form documentaries, podcasts, course strategy, equipment reviews and conversations that celebrate every corner of the game. Subscribe and join us as we explore the greatest golf courses and the stories that shaped them. #RoyalBirkdale #TheOpen #TheOpenChampionship #BritishOpen #LinksGolf #GolfHistory #GolfDocumentary #JordanSpieth #ArnoldPalmer #PadraigHarrington #TomWatson #ClaretJug #BirdieGolfClub #GolfPodcast #EnglandsGolfCoast

  8. 7 Jul

    From Finance to the DP World Tour | Daniel Wakefield’s Journey

    🎙️ From Finance to the Fairways | Wakey's Journey to the DP World Tour What does it take to build a career in professional golf while balancing a full-time job and family life? In this episode of the Birdie Golf Club Podcast, I'm joined by Daniel "Wakey" Wakefield to discuss his incredible journey from working in finance to becoming a DP World Tour caddie alongside his day job. We talk about how social media opened unexpected doors, what life is really like inside professional golf, and his long-term ambition of one day becoming a full-time tour caddie. It's an honest conversation about taking opportunities, backing yourself and proving you don't have to give up everything to chase your passion. ⏱ Chapters 00:00 – Introduction01:00 – From finance to golf02:15 – Why he wants to change his career03:46 – Getting into caddying05:20 – Moving to Dubai09:12 – Surreal tour moments11:00 – Life amongst tour caddies15:07 – Challenges in the industry16:24 – AI and the future of work18:12 – DP World Tour vs PGA Tour22:07 – Social media opportunities25:08 – Family life and balance30:38 – Strategy lessons from tour golf33:34 – Playing vs caddying36:50 – Blitz Golf discussion44:34 – Golf media and presentation50:49 – The future of professional golf66:42 – What's next for Wakey 🤝 Podcast Partners 👟 Payntr Golf – 15% Off Performance golf footwear worn by Jason Day, Justin Rose, Sam Burns and Min Woo Lee. https://payntrgolf.co.uk CODE: BIRDIEGOLFCLUBPODCAST 📊 Shot Scope – 15% Off https://shotscope.com/?rfsn=8805411.2f49ef5&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=8805411.2f49ef5 CODE: BIRDIEGOLFCLUB 🌍 Golf Escapes https://www.golf-escapes.com/the-birdie-golf-club-podcast-with-golf-escapes/ CODE: BIRDIEDOUBLEPOINTS 🏌️ Srixon Golf https://www.srixon.co.uk 🏌️ Cleveland Golf https://www.clevelandgolf.com 📱 Connect with Wakey Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wakeythecaddy/ 🎙️ Follow Birdie Golf Club Podcast InstagramYouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts If you've ever thought about changing careers, chasing a dream or wondered what life is really like inside professional golf, this episode is for you.

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Welcome to the Birdie Golf Club Podcast, where your host Dave weekly finds golf personalities from around the world and shares a conversation with them to learn more about their journey and why golf is important to them. From current Tour Pro's to Content Creators and Industry Experts, I look to get deeper than just an interview and instead find value in each individual. I hope the podcast above anything becomes a companion to your weekly routine and if along the way we can all find tips to help our game both off and on the course, then wouldn't that be lovely.

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