The Cart Barn Podcast

Chris Lemley and Gregg Dewalt
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The Cart Barn is a new podcast dedicated to telling stories about golf in Alabama. The hosts, Chris Lemley and Gregg DeWalt, are former college golfers who have a deep love for golf in Alabama. They aim to highlight the rich history of golf in the state and share interesting stories about local players, courses, and events. The podcast will feature interviews with notable figures in Alabama golf, such as Stewart Cink and Tad Moore. The hosts want to entertain and educate listeners about the unique golf landscape in Alabama.

  1. 13H AGO

    Trey Jones on Building a Championship Culture at Florida State

    Florida State Head Coach Trey Jones shares his recruiting philosophy, non-negotiables, NIL perspective, and what separates elite players from the rest in today’s college golf landscape. This conversation with Florida State Head Coach Trey Jones was recorded before recent recruiting news surrounding the program. Listening back now, his perspective on culture, recruiting, and player development offers timely insight into what attracts elite talent to Tallahassee. In this episode: • The “non-negotiables” inside the FSU program • What separates elite 18–20 year olds from good players • How NIL is reshaping recruiting • Why inner confidence matters more than rankings • The Brooks Koepka recruiting story • PGA Tour U and the evolving path to the PGA Tour • The facilities arms race in college golf For over two decades, Trey Jones has built Florida State into one of the most consistent programs in college golf. This episode focuses on the blueprint behind that success.

    58 min

  2. FEB 11

    The Stories Behind Morning Drive, Five Clubs, and a Life in Golf ft. Gary Williams | The Cart Barn

    Gary Williams is one of the most recognizable voices in modern golf media, best known for his long run on Morning Drive and now as the host of Five Clubs on SiriusXM and Golf Channel. In this episode of The Cart Barn, Gary joins Chris Lemley and Gregg Dewalt for a wide-ranging, story-driven conversation that goes far beyond television golf. Gary reflects on his journey into the game, the relationships that shaped his career, and the moments behind the scenes that most fans never see. We talk about: The origin and rise of Morning DriveArnold Palmer, Joe Gibbs, and the early days of Golf ChannelGolf as a participatory game, not just a televised sportFather-son golf memories and why they matterThe philosophy behind Five Clubs and “it’s the time, not the score”Dogs on the course, Sweetens Cove, Landmand, and the future of golf gatheringsThis is a thoughtful, personal conversation about golf, legacy, curiosity, and why the game continues to connect people across generations.

    1h 17m

  3. FEB 4

    From Birmingham to Back-to-Back Titles & the PGA Tour ft. Tom Lovelady | The Cart Barn Podcast

    In this episode of The Cart Barn, we sit down with Tom Lovelady, one of the defining figures from Alabama golf’s modern golden era. Growing up in Birmingham, Tom cut his teeth at Vestavia Country Club before becoming a cornerstone of the University of Alabama teams that captured back-to-back NCAA National Championships. From relentless Monday morning workouts to qualifying battles against future PGA Tour stars, Tom shares what truly separated those Alabama teams. He also tells the full story of how he met — and eventually roomed with — Justin Thomas, the brotherhood that defined Alabama golf, and the lessons that carried him from college golf to the PGA Tour. This conversation is about far more than trophies — it’s about accountability, culture, friendship, and the long game of life beyond competitive golf. Key Time-Stamped Segments 00:00–05:30 — Birmingham roots, Mountain Brook, Vestavia CC05:30–12:30 — High school championships & junior golf grind12:30–18:30 — Choosing Alabama & early program culture18:30–27:30 — National championships & Prairie Dunes memories27:30–37:30 — Accountability, qualifying, and brotherhood37:30–42:30 — Justin Thomas roommate story (first meeting)42:30–50:30 — Transition to pro golf & PGA Tour realities50:30–59:30 — Barbasol Championship & life-changing moments59:30–1:05:00 — Life after tour golf & perspective today

    1h 11m

  4. JAN 28

    How the Golf Channel Was Born (and What Arnold Palmer Was Really Like) ft. John Gibbs | The Cart Barn Podcast

    John Gibbs takes us inside the untold early days of the Golf Channel—from a bold idea to a full-scale network launch. As a founding executive, John shares how the channel came to life, the critical role of Arnold Palmer, near-miss financial moments, and what it took to build a 24/7 golf network from scratch. The conversation also dives into John’s own competitive golf journey—playing in U.S. Senior Opens, Senior Amateurs, and his lifelong passion for the game at Limestone Springs Golf Club. Packed with golf history, wisdom, and classic Arnold Palmer stories, this is a must-listen for golfers and golf fans alike. Episode Highlights: How a lunch conversation turned into the Golf ChannelWhy Arnold Palmer was the key to instant credibilityBuilding studios, hiring 200+ people, and launching in 1995Near-bankruptcy moments and the Comcast dealJohn’s experience playing elite senior amateur golfLessons on longevity, mechanics, and mindset in golfWhy fear—not talent—is golf’s biggest enemyNotable Stories: Arnold Palmer’s “did you come out here to lay up?” momentPlaying practice rounds with Hale IrwinCompeting in U.S. Senior Opens and Senior AmateursLife, golf, and perspective at Limestone Springs

    1h 7m

  5. JAN 21

    From Mini Tours to the Masters: Damon Green’s PGA Tour Stories | The Cart Barn

    Damon Green joins The Cart Barn to share one of the most fascinating behind-the-scenes journeys in professional golf. From grinding on mini-tours to caddying for legends — including Zach Johnson’s iconic Masters win at Augusta — Damon opens up about pressure, preparation, player-caddie dynamics, and what truly separates those who make it from those who don’t. We dive into: Life on the mini-tours and why so many great players never make itHow game-planning won the 2007 MastersThe mental side of majors vs. regular tour stopsThe truth about caddie-player breakupsWhy the British Open at St. Andrews still means the mostAnd the origin of the famous “Chicken Walk”A must-listen for golfers, fans, and anyone who loves great stories from inside the ropes.

    51 min

  6. JAN 14

    How Gordon Sargent Went From Alabama Amateur to PGA TOUR Member

    Birmingham native Gordon Sargent joins The Cart Barn Podcast to walk through his journey from junior golf and Mountain Brook High School to Vanderbilt, Augusta National, and now full PGA TOUR status. Gordon shares insights on college golf, NIL, Augusta nerves, elite ball-speed, mentorship, and what life is really like transitioning from a team environment to professional golf. In this episode, Gregg Dewalt and Chris Lemley sit down with Gordon Sargent, one of the most exciting young talents in golf and a proud product of Alabama golf. Topics include: Growing up at Birmingham Country Club and Shoal CreekThe legendary Mountain Brook High School golf teamsChoosing Vanderbilt and navigating elite college golfWinning the NCAA Individual ChampionshipPlaying Augusta National and staying in the Crow’s NestNIL, equipment loyalty, and working with Titleist & NikePGA TOUR University Accelerated and earning full TOUR statusAdjusting to life on TOUR without teammatesElite distance, ball speed, and course managementStaying grounded, giving back, and keeping Birmingham as homeThis is a thoughtful, honest conversation with a player who understands both the grind and the privilege of the journey. 🎧 Listen now and subscribe to The Cart Barn Podcast for more stories from the world of golf.

    55 min

  7. JAN 7

    The Birth of the Golf Channel: Joe Gibbs, Arnold Palmer, and a Bold Idea| The Cart Barn Podcast | Jan 05, 2026 001

    Joe Gibbs is a Birmingham native and the co-founder of the Golf Channel, built alongside Arnold Palmer at a time when a 24-hour golf network seemed impossible. In this episode of The Cart Barn, Joe walks us through the real story behind the Golf Channel — from a friendship formed at Shoal Creek, to high-stakes meetings, investor skepticism, and the long road to profitability. This conversation goes beyond golf media. It’s a story about vision, risk, leadership, and believing in an idea long before anyone else does. Joe Gibbs shares the inside story of how the Golf Channel was created — from its Alabama roots to its global impact — and the leadership lessons learned along the way.

    43 min

  8. 12/31/2025

    The Conversations That Stopped Us | New Year’s Eve Reflection

    As the year comes to a close, Chris Lemley and Gregg Dewalt share a short New Year’s Eve reflection built around moments from conversations that truly resonated in 2025. This episode isn’t a “best of.” It’s a curated collection of clips that sparked discussion, reflection, and connection — moments about process, perspective, resilience, and the human side of golf. No commentary between clips. Just the conversations themselves. Thank you for being part of The Cart Barn journey. We’ll see you in the new year.

    7 min
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The Cart Barn is a new podcast dedicated to telling stories about golf in Alabama. The hosts, Chris Lemley and Gregg DeWalt, are former college golfers who have a deep love for golf in Alabama. They aim to highlight the rich history of golf in the state and share interesting stories about local players, courses, and events. The podcast will feature interviews with notable figures in Alabama golf, such as Stewart Cink and Tad Moore. The hosts want to entertain and educate listeners about the unique golf landscape in Alabama.

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  • Creator
    Chris Lemley and Gregg Dewalt
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    77
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Chris Lemley and Gregg Dewalt
  • Show Website
    The Cart Barn Podcast

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