Is it possible to bring Republicans and Democrats together? Maybe. Rob Ellsworth, Matt Parker and Cory Toth grew up in the upper Ohio Valley playing junior golf, and today they all work in politics. Rob is a Democratic lobbyist, Matt is a Republican strategist, and Cory is a refining and petrochemical lobbyist. While they rarely all see eye-to-eye on politics, they wholeheartedly agree that golf is the greatest game ever invented and are passionate about expanding it.
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Is it possible to bring Republicans and Democrats together? Maybe. Rob Ellsworth, Matt Parker and Cory Toth grew up in the upper Ohio Valley playing junior golf, and today they all work in politics. Rob is a Democratic lobbyist, Matt is a Republican strategist, and Cory is a refining and petrochemical lobbyist. While they rarely all see eye-to-eye on politics, they wholeheartedly agree that golf is the greatest game ever invented and are passionate about expanding it.
Episode 57 - LIV Golf Virginia, Scotland Golf Trip, and Matt and Rob’s Midway Golf Check-in
Golf And Politics
1 hour 15 minutes
4 months ago
Episode 57 - LIV Golf Virginia, Scotland Golf Trip, and Matt and Rob’s Midway Golf Check-in
In this episode of Golf and Politics, Rob and Matt reunite to unpack a whirlwind few weeks of golf—both as players and fans. From LIV Golf at Rob’s home course, RTJ, to a bucket-list golf adventure across Scotland, and a reflective look at their own game stats and progress in 2025, this episode blends insight, laughter, and some seriously enviable travel stories.
Rob shares candid impressions of LIV Golf in person, including surprises about the vibe, music, course setup, and how it compares to the PGA Tour. Then, he takes us on a deep dive into nine world-class courses across Scotland, including Royal Troon, Ardfin Estate, North Berwick, and more—breaking down what makes each experience unforgettable.
In This Episode:
LIV Golf at RTJ: the vibe and the reality vs. expectation
What made Ardfin Estate one of the most beautiful (and exclusive) courses Rob’s ever played
Playing Royal Troon, home of the Postage Stamp and Open Championship history
Rob’s full review of Sunningdale, North Berwick, Renaissance Club, and more
A mid-year update: rounds played, states and countries visited, handicap trends, and personal reflections
Strategy talk: the path to scratch golf, dealing with driving penalties, and minimizing “blow-up” holes
The golf community’s power to pay it forward—plus stories of generosity from Scotland and St. Andrews
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Golf And Politics
Is it possible to bring Republicans and Democrats together? Maybe. Rob Ellsworth, Matt Parker and Cory Toth grew up in the upper Ohio Valley playing junior golf, and today they all work in politics. Rob is a Democratic lobbyist, Matt is a Republican strategist, and Cory is a refining and petrochemical lobbyist. While they rarely all see eye-to-eye on politics, they wholeheartedly agree that golf is the greatest game ever invented and are passionate about expanding it.
