Joel Beall, a senior writer for Golf Digest and author of "Playing Dirty: Rediscovering Golf’s Soul in Scotland in an Age of Sportswashing," offers insights on golf’s civil war, the value of accessibility, and the everyday joys the game brings to individuals and communities alike. This week’s episode was a delightful chat for co-hosts Matt and The Professor. They explore the multifaceted and often hypocritical golf world with Joel, sharing their personal passions, as well as the cultural differences between American and Scottish golf, and, of course, offer some timely insights for the upcoming Ryder Cup. They examine the importance of community in golf, the impact of leadership decisions in the professional game, and the sport's future amid all these changing dynamics.
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00:00 Introduction and Personal Indulgences
02:50 The Transition to Golf and Guest Introduction
05:45 Exploring the Ryder Cup and Keegan's Captaincy
08:27 The Soul of Golf: Scotland vs. America
11:34 The Impact of Golf Culture on Personal Experiences
14:11 The Joy of Golf and Community Connections
16:50 The Future of Golf: Changes and Innovations
19:51 Closing Thoughts and Reflections