Out Here Chasing Pars

Alisdair Thompson
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A guide to golfing in Scotland

  1. 4D AGO · BONUS

     Chasing Pars Special Episode – Talking FND with Laura (@rubbishcricketersandgolfers)

    For this special episode, I’m joined by Laura, one half of Rubbish Cricketers and Golfers, to talk a little golf — but more importantly, to help raise awareness of FND (Functional Neurological Disorder).This conversation was as much about me learning as it was about sharing information. Huge thanks to Laura for patiently educating me and answering my questions — even the ones that felt silly to ask. I really hope this episode helps anyone who knows someone living with FND, or who may be dealing with it themselves.I truly believe we can all be curious, ask questions, and learn — without being rude or intrusive. Hopefully I managed to do that here.I’m looking forward to having Laura back on with Gary in the future to talk all about their channel and, of course, more golf. But for now, I hope this episode is as interesting and eye-opening for you as it was for me, and that it helps shine a light on the realities of this condition.Thank you again to Laura for her openness and honesty — and thank you all for listening.#ChasingPars #FNDawareness #GolfWithPurpose #MentalHealthMatters #LearnWithMe

    1h 2m

  2. 6D AGO

    Season 2, Episode 1 – Welcome to 2026 ft. Niall (@JoinSkratchr)

    We’re back. Welcome to Season 2 of Out Here Chasing Pars — and what a way to kick things off. For the first episode of the new series, I’m joined by Niall from Skratchr. Raised in Dublin, and now living near London, Niall shares his journey into golf — including saving up for his first set of clubs (I’ve forgiven him for the brand choice ). We get into:  How he got into golf  WITB — and why he believes a putter fitting is absolutely vital  His home course… and yes, everyone has a nemesis hole  His passion for the game and the creation of Skratchr — go check it out at the links below and show him some support. If this takes off like I think it can, it could be massive for the golf community Sign up here for waiting list: Www.skratchr.com/waitlist There’s also plenty of general golf chat — and anyone who knows me knows I don’t shut up once I get going  Incredible to have Niall on the show, and I’m really looking forward to welcoming him back once his project is fully underway. Thanks for sticking with us through the short break — weekly episodes are back and ready for your ears  Find us in all the usual places, tell a friend, and if you fancy jumping on for a chat, reach out! https://youtube.com/@skratchr?si=pkiMs5eQo1gt_J5T https://www.tiktok.com/@joinskratchr?_r=1&_t=ZN-92sDTlRyez0 #ChasingPars #SeasonTwo #GolfPodcast #GolfCommunity #Skratchr #GolfTalk #WITB #GrowTheGame #GolfLife #WeeklyPodcast

    1h 23m

  3. JAN 11 · BONUS

    BONUS Chasing Pars – Fitness Special ft. Gav Sorley (@gavsorleycoaching)

    Out Here Chasing Pars – Fitness Special ft. Gav Sorley (@gavsorleycoaching) For this special episode, I’m joined by my friend and coach Gav Sorley, and this one goes a bit beyond golf — into fitness, mindset, and real-life change. I wanted Gav on the show to talk about:  His journey from office job to fitness coach  His football background (goalkeeper… that still counts, right? )  Why he started, where the passion came from, and what drives him now  How much he invests in himself through education — funny how he loves learning now when school was a different story  We also get into:  The advantages of online coaching  Tips on what to look for if you’re starting your own fitness journey  Where people often go wrong — and how to avoid it  Gav’s own comedic golf story and whether he could ever see himself becoming a golfer …and as always, we venture off down a few different avenues along the way I don’t praise him enough, but Gav is the main reason I went from 136kg down to 83kg. I’m back working with him over winter now, getting ready for the next golf season — and I couldn’t recommend him more. Give Gav a follow — he might just motivate you to start a journey of your own  More fantastic golf content coming very soon… thanks as always for listening and supporting the podcast  #ChasingPars #GolfFitness #FitnessJourney #MindsetMatters #HealthyLifestyle

    1h 15m

  4. 12/26/2025

    Episode 28 – Arron @from_nothing_to_zero

    This week I’m joined by arron from Nothing to Zero, and we kick things off with a golf intro that’s a bit different to most. We chat about:  How he first got into golf  Getting back into the game because of his son  How special it’s been spending so much time together on the course  What clubs he’s using and whether he’s fitted or not  His home club Westerwood — which sounds fun, challenging, and absolutely on my list to visit Then we dive into arrons incredible new challenge since turning 50:  #50Fore50 — playing 50 different courses in a year He’s currently 4/50, with one of them being the unreal Dundonald Links… on what was probably the windiest day in Scotland this year  If you can help arron on his journey and would like to invite him to your home course, reach out to him — it would mean a lot. I’m really looking forward to seeing how his challenge unfolds. Thanks again to Arron for joining me — and good luck, mate!  Thank YOU all for being part of the growth of this podcast. I couldn’t do this without your ears and your support.  And thanks to Shot Scope for backing the show.  Code: CHASINGPARS gets you 15% off everything — including sale prices! #OutHereChasingPars #NothingToZero #50Fore50 #GolfPodcast #GolfChallenge #GolfCommunity #GolfLife #FatherSonGolf #WesterwoodGolf #GrowTheGame #ScottishGolf #WeekendGolfers #GolfTalk #GolfInspo

    1h 4m

  5. 12/24/2025

    Episode 29 -  Chasing Pars Invitational – Christmas Quiz Special 

    Chasing Pars Invitational – Christmas Quiz Special  It’s finally here! The Chasing Pars Invitational Christmas Quiz Special  The first-ever 4-ball to tee it up on the hallowed Chasing Pars grounds features:  Ross https://www.instagram.com/rossbell1984?igsh=MXUydmV4MHM0MHVpNQ==  Kieran https://www.instagram.com/kieranmurdochgolf?igsh=NTdqNjdlZHJvNWZn  Steven https://www.instagram.com/the_golfing_butcher?igsh=M2JiaDkwdHN4bnFn  Ben https://www.instagram.com/twin2win_golf?igsh=MThwazB2OWlqd2w2Ng== The format:  18 questions — varying Par 3, 4, or 5  Depending on the clue you get, the answer becomes your score  Bonus questions / Closest-to-the-Pin specials after holes 6, 12… (actually 11 ), and 18  Who do you think wins? Make your pick before you listen, then play along and tell us your score — no cheating  It’s a long one, but hopefully a great listen. Give all the lads a follow, and thank you as always for tuning in and supporting the podcast   See you on the next round… #ChasingPars #ChasingParsInvitational #ChristmasSpecial #GolfQuiz #GolfPodcast #GolfCommunity #GolfLife #GolfBanters #FestiveGolf #GrowTheGame #PodcastSpecial #WeekendGolfers Sent from my iPhone

    2h 7m

  6. 12/19/2025

    Episode 27 – @malissa_gothgolfer (Back Again!)

    It’s an absolute pleasure to welcome back Malissa — the first-ever guest to make a second appearance on the podcast! After breaking the internet with her photoshoot, we just had to sit down and chat again  This week we dive into:  Her ladies-only golf event at New Cumnock Golf Club  The incredible fundraising she’s done for group coaching for women — wait until you hear how many golfers she’s helped get free coaching  How generous her home club has been in supporting new lady members  Her highly anticipated calendar ( you’ll want to hear about this!)  More on her personal journey, her content, and her growing platform  The amazing Secret Santa event organised by the wonderful @golfbykate  Our plans to head down to the society golf weekend … and plenty more from one of the real rays of sunshine in the Instagram golf community Be sure to give Malissa a follow across all her social channels — she’s doing brilliant things for women’s golf   And remember, with Christmas on the way:  Use code CHASINGPARS for 15% off all your Shot Scope goodies Thank you all for the continued support — enjoy the episode! #OutHereChasingPars #GothGolfer #WomensGolf #GolfCommunity #GolfPodcast #GolfLife #GrowTheGame #ScottishGolf #GolfInspo #GolfContent #WeekendGolfers #InstaGolf #GolfTalk

    1 hr

  7. 12/12/2025

    Episode 26 – Peter from GOGGS (Grumpy Old Gits Golf Society)

    Despite the name, Peter is neither grumpy nor old — and this turned into a brilliant chat. A lefty who started as a junior before drifting away (as so many do), Peter actually found himself playing high-level cricket and football for years. Golf only returned to his life just before Covid, becoming the perfect way to stay active with far fewer injuries. We dive into:  His home club and what keeps him coming back  WITB — and yes, he’s definitely a one-brand fanboy  The putter he games… which just happens to be the one I want to try  How GOGGS started and where the society is heading  The future of their content and community All this and plenty more — a great listen with one of the GOGGS lads. Make sure you follow them at the links below… and tell them I sent you! https://www.instagram.com/goggs2025?igsh=MXM3dm9jbG1lbHVucw==  With Christmas coming up, don’t forget:  Code: CHASINGPARS gets you 15% off any Shot Scope sale or product Thank you all for listening and for the continued support — couldn’t do this without your ears  #OutHereChasingPars #GOGGS #GrumpyOldGitsGolfSociety #GolfPodcast #GolfCommunity #LeftyGolf #GolfLife #WITB #GolfAddict #GolfTalk #GrowTheGame #WeekendGolfers #GolfUK

    55 min

  8. 12/05/2025

     Episode 25 – Leigh & Ben aka @Twin2Win_Golf

    Episode 25 – Out Here Chasing Pars ft. Leigh & Ben aka @Twin2Win_Golf Episode 25 is here — and it’s a long one! Honestly, I could’ve chatted for hours with these two. Twin brothers Leigh and Ben join me to dive into golf, content creation, and their growing podcast journey. We get into:  Their very different paths into the game  A bit of classic WITB chat  What club they’d choose tomorrow if they could pick any in the world  “The putter picks the player — the player doesn’t pick the putter” (iykyk)  Their home course  How they got into creating content  Why they decided to start their own golf podcast  How impressive their quality is already — the video editing alone is fantastic (yes, I’m slightly jealous ) We also touch on:  Pro golf  General golf chat  And wrap it up with a round of This or That Make sure you follow the lads and check out their podcast — tell them I sent you! https://www.instagram.com/twin2win_golf?igsh=MThwazB2OWlqd2w2Ng== https://open.spotify.com/show/4PhEekarh5cJ7JGmdX9Bfg?si=zr1eQNeqSy6zWrTwLa2rrw And remember:  Use code CHASINGPARS for 15% off all Shot Scope products Please like, share, comment, subscribe — all that good stuff really helps push the podcast out there. Thank you all for listening and for the continued support  #OutHereChasingPars #Twin2WinGolf #GolfPodcast #GolfTalk #GolfCommunity #GolfLife #GolfAddict #GolfContent #NewPodcasts #GrowingTheGame #WITB #ScottishGolf #GolfUK #WeekendGolfers #GolfInspo

    1h 37m
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A guide to golfing in Scotland

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  • Creator
    Alisdair Thompson
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Alisdair Thompson
  • Show Website
    Out Here Chasing Pars