🎙️ From Placement to Purpose: Students Shaping OT’s Future In this inspiring episode, host Anthony Blackburn, founder of Golf in Society, sits down with three remarkable Occupational Therapy students — Charlotte, Mell, and Sam — currently on placement with the Golf in Society team. Together, they explore the evolving role of Occupational Therapy in modern society, the power of meaningful occupation, and how Golf in Society is redefining therapeutic spaces by bringing OT onto the golf course. ...
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🎙️ From Placement to Purpose: Students Shaping OT’s Future In this inspiring episode, host Anthony Blackburn, founder of Golf in Society, sits down with three remarkable Occupational Therapy students — Charlotte, Mell, and Sam — currently on placement with the Golf in Society team. Together, they explore the evolving role of Occupational Therapy in modern society, the power of meaningful occupation, and how Golf in Society is redefining therapeutic spaces by bringing OT onto the golf course. ...
🎙️ From Placement to Purpose: Students Shaping OT’s Future In this inspiring episode, host Anthony Blackburn, founder of Golf in Society, sits down with three remarkable Occupational Therapy students — Charlotte, Mell, and Sam — currently on placement with the Golf in Society team. Together, they explore the evolving role of Occupational Therapy in modern society, the power of meaningful occupation, and how Golf in Society is redefining therapeutic spaces by bringing OT onto the golf course. ...
In this episode of Golf in Society, we’re joined by Aston Ward – Chief Operations Officer at the Confederation of Professional Golf and Communications Lead for the Golf & Health project. Together, we explore the powerful relationship between golf and health, and why this timeless sport is uniquely positioned to support physical, mental, and social wellbeing for people of all ages and abilities. Aston shares insights from global research, initiatives driving change, and how golf can play a...
In Episode 13 of the Golf in Society podcast, we sit down with Anthony Etchells, a passionate advocate for using golf to inspire and engage young minds. Since volunteering with Golf in Society in 2018, Anthony has been on a mission to make the sport more accessible and fun for all. Now, he’s taking that mission to the next level with Swing Stars, a new venture aimed at bringing the joy of golf to primary school children across the North East of England. With funding support from UnLtd and Spo...
In this powerful episode of the Golf in Society podcast, founder Anthony Blackburn is joined by two inspiring guests: Steve Phillip, founder of The Jordan Legacy, a suicide prevention charity created in memory of his son Jordan, and Matthew O'Sullivan, Health and Wellbeing Development Officer for Active North Yorkshire. Together, they dive deep into the critical issues of mental health and suicide prevention, exploring how golf and being active serves as a transformative tool for enhancing me...
In this episode, we’re joined by Su and Youn, founders of Dementality, as they share their personal journey and inspiration behind launching their organization. Listen in as they discuss how Dementality empowers individuals with dementia to enjoy life and maintain their independence. They’ll also dive into their upcoming collaboration with Golf in Society, and how together we’re bringing dementia-friendly golf to Switzerland, promoting a healthy, happy future for those living with dementia. D...
In this episode, host Anthony Blackburn sits down with Julie Walker, founder of Women on the Tee, to explore the evolving landscape of women in golf. The conversation dives into the challenges women face in discovering and accessing the game, particularly when family responsibilities like caregiving come into play. Julie shares her thoughts on the current barriers to entry and how the golf industry can reimagine its communication and inclusivity to welcome new players from all walks of life. ...
In this episode, Anthony sits down with three passionate guests to explore the vital topic of healthy ageing in residential care homes. Sharon Lewis, Activity Coordinator at Hazel Grove Care Home; Samantha McCormick, Activity Coordinator at The Gables Care Home Hill Care; and Jules, Activity Support from the Hill Care Group, share their insights and experiences recorded at Hazel Grove Care Home in Saltburn. They discuss the joy and inclusivity of golf sessions for residents, emphasizing that...
Why Golf is a Perfect Tonic for Healthy Ageing We know how beneficial sports can be for kids and young adults, but what about for seniors and people with health issues? Research (and anecdotal evidence) is showing the remarkable benefits of participating in sports later in life. Today, Anthony Blackburn is joined by Dr. Charlie Foster OBE, a Professor of Physical Activity and Public Health at University of Oxford and University of Bristol, as well as the Head of Population Health at Vhi....
Welcome to episode 7 of The Golf in Society Podcast! Join host Anthony Blackburn as he sits down with Katheryn Woolf, an expert in service design from Made Open. In this episode, they dive into the fascinating world of co-designing services and products with the input of end users and stakeholders. Anthony and Katheryn emphasise the importance of listening and learning from the very people who will be interacting with these services and products. They explore how involving stakeholders throu...
Welcome to episode Six of The Golf in Society Podcast, where guest host Rob Sadler interviews participants and carers involved in Golf in Society's research project in Sheffield. This innovative programme offers much-needed respite to carers while allowing participants to get outside, mix with others and enjoy the beautiful green spaces and clean, fresh air. Rob also sits down with PGA Pro Tom Pipes to discuss inclusivity in golf, making the sport more accessible, and promoting an active and...
In episode 5 of The Golf in Society podcast, Anthony sits down with Helen Williams, a successful Sheffield businesswoman and ambassador for golf in society. Their conversation revolves around women in unpaid carer roles and the challenges they face in today's society, particularly in the workforce. Helen sheds light on how these challenges impact society's workforces and what steps companies can take to provide better support for those affected. She also discusses ways to improv...
Welcome to Episode 4 of The Golf in Society podcast! In this episode, join host Anthony as he sits down with Will Hewitt, the General Manager of the 59 Club. Anthony and Will dive into an intriguing discussion about the importance of providing first-class customer experiences in the golf industry. They explore how hospitality venues can enhance their approach when it comes to catering to our ageing population. Tune in as they share insightful stories, practical tips, and valuable insights o...
Welcome to Episode 3 of the Golf in Society podcast! In this episode, our host and founder, Anthony Blackburn, sits down with Nigel Thornton, a longstanding ambassador for golf in society. Nigel bravely opens up about his life with Parkinson's disease and the challenges he has faced. Join us as we explore the incredible journey of playing golf with Parkinson's disease. Nigel shares his personal experiences and the positive impact that golf has had on his life, both physically and emotionally...
Welcome to the second episode of The Golf in Society Podcast were we are Reimagining Golf Clubs as Healthy Ageing Hubs. In this episode I sit down at Hillsborough GC for a conversation with occupational therapist Liz Fletcher. Liz works for a fellow social enterprise Sport for Confidence who we are excited to be working in partnership with on our latest project in the Sheffield area "Reimagining Golf Clubs as Healthy Ageing Hubs". Listen in as we ask, what is an occupational therapist? Le...
Welcome to the first episode in a series of "Carers Conversations", where we are Reimagining Golf Clubs as Healthy Ageing Hubs. In this episode I sit down for a conversation with Linda Barnes, wife and carer to one of our Golf in Society participants. Linda is also the author of an incredible daily blog, Telling Tales, where she gives society an insight into her world caring for her husband who is living with young onset Alzheimer's disease. Listen in as we gain a small insight into...
🎙️ From Placement to Purpose: Students Shaping OT’s Future In this inspiring episode, host Anthony Blackburn, founder of Golf in Society, sits down with three remarkable Occupational Therapy students — Charlotte, Mell, and Sam — currently on placement with the Golf in Society team. Together, they explore the evolving role of Occupational Therapy in modern society, the power of meaningful occupation, and how Golf in Society is redefining therapeutic spaces by bringing OT onto the golf course. ...
