Episodes
In this episode the lads commend the latest slew of winning Australian golfers – and take undue credit for it – preview the players we should keep an eye on at The Open Championship (and those we shouldn't), look at a new way to dole out prize money, discuss the best way to topple Royal St George's ancient layout, and Kippa relives the infamous Ian Woosnam 15-club incident and the fallout from it for the Welshman's caddie.
Published 07/13/21
In this rather serious episode of Tenuous Links, Shooter and Philbert discuss golf's role at the Olympics and why they believe many top players withdrew from their nations' selection pool, delve into the minefield that is trans athletes at the Games and how the new policy might affect golf, talk about talented sports families, and offer some thoughts on the gender-balance campaign and how it has played out locally.
Published 07/05/21
In this episode Philbert takes the reins as the three Barons discuss the double-edged sword that is leading a tournament into the final round. Why is it so hard to hold a lead in golf? Would they rather be out in front or a part of the chasing pack? Who are the best leaders and chasers? Can other sports shed some light on this phenomenon? All of these – and many more – musings are discussed at length in this episode of Tenuous Links.
Published 06/29/21
In this episode the lads discuss all the takeaways from an entertaining US Open at Torrey Pines including dissecting Jon Rahm's coming-of age-major victory on Father's Day (and what it means for golf's future), Rory's putrid fashion sense and who wore his swing better (spoiler: it was Yuka Saso), and the heartbreak of another Louis Oosthuizen narrow major loss. Philbert goes off on a rant about poor commentary standards, Shooter questions the state of Australian golf, and they both tee off on...
Published 06/21/21
In this episode the lads tackle instances of declining etiquette on Tour, what happens if a player tests positive to Covid-19 at Torrey Pines, discuss who can and can't win the US Open, update the progress of the rebel Premier Golf League, and relive some of the great US Open comebacks past.
Published 06/14/21
In this episode the GolfBarons delve deeply into one of the most debated components of the game: Putting. Has it improved over time with advancements in technology, agronomy and technique? Or is the old saying, "Drive for show and putt for dough", a misnomer? Could putting actually be the easiest part of golf?
Published 06/02/21
Shooter and Philbert dissect the record-breaking PGA Championship at Kiawah Island, what it means for Phil Mickelson's future, how the Bryson-Brooks feud could all be a cloak-and-dagger multi-million dollar misdirection, and what it means for the US chances at the Ryder Cup if it turns out to be a real beef.
Published 05/26/21
In this episode the lads delve into a PGA Championship preview (of sorts) as the major heads to the brutally tough Kiawah Island Ocean Course, before going deep into a discussion around rumours of a breakaway rebel golf tour – the Super Golf League – that just won't go away. You want to listen to this one.
Published 05/20/21
Shooter, Philbert and Kippa discuss the idea of sensory deprivation on course, how taking Kippa's sight away made him question everything about his swing, and which pioneering golfer brought the most swagger to their swing.
Published 05/13/21
The lads and special guest Reed Dickens from LA Golf discuss the new age shaft revolution being driven by Bryson DeChambeau and other long-hitters on the PGA Tour. Think graphite shafts are for slow swingers? Get ready to be schooled.
Published 05/11/21
The lads take on the taboo topic of cheats in golf, where we find most of them, how to deal with them and relive some of the more infamous cheating incidents in the world of sport.
Published 05/06/21
The lads discuss what lies ahead for golf's PGL after the demise of soccer's Super League, talk team golf in the wake of the Zurich Classic, ponder why Adam Scott and Dustin Johnson have snubbed the Olympics, and salute the players at the All Abilities Championship.
Published 04/28/21
Shooter and Phil discuss all the takeaways from a famous Masters event, from Hideki Matsuyama's historic win, to the respectful acknowledgment of pioneer Lee Elder, to reviewing who the winners and losers were from Augusta National.
Published 04/14/21
In this episode of Tenuous Links, Phil and Shooter discuss the excitement that surrounds this years Masters. From agronomy to gastronomy you'll hear plenty you probably didn't know about Augusta National. The lads also reveal who they think will win the year's first major (and who can't).
Published 04/07/21
It's a short and sweet return as Shooter and Philbert catch up on all things happening in the golf world, including a discussion on Bryson's 'power over length' and the return of a favourite son in Jordan Spieth.
Published 03/10/21
Philbert sits down for a one-on-one with GolfBarons' own, Dion Kipping, to discuss his life in golf – from first getting the golf bug to dreams of playing on Tour to caddying for some of the game's best players.
Published 02/09/21
Philbert and Shooter are joined by a special guest from Chicago – Senior Vice President of Tour Edge Golf, John Craig – to discuss the depth of history behind some maligned PGA Tour events, hanging out with a great of the game, and inventing yet another new word.
Published 12/22/20
The lads go on the offensive after calls to close down Sydney's popular Moore Park Golf Course, sound-off on the incredible All Abilities golfers, discuss the best golf gear of 2020, explain the correct way to 'weight shift' in your swing, and Kippa solves the mystery of the hotel wall-tapping.
Published 12/16/20
The lads – especially Philbert – go fully off tap on why Golf needs to get out of its own way and stop apologising for what it is; delve into whether golf really is an 'exclusive' game, and Kippa relives the day he couldn't misread a putt.
Published 12/03/20
In this episode the lads dissect Dustin Johnson's runaway win at Augusta, tackle the fallout from Bryson's troubles, celebrate the enigma that is Bernhard Langer, and Kippa relives the day Aaron Baddeley pulled the wool over American eyes.
Published 11/18/20
In this Masters preview, the lads delve deeply into how things will be different at Augusta National this year, who they expect to don the Green Jacket come Sunday, what can be done to better show off the course's front nine, and Kippa drops more names from his days caddying around Augusta than a late night ballot drop.
Published 11/10/20
The lads discuss on-course tantrums, Michael Jordan's obsession with golf, the technical genius inherent in the new Mizuno ES-21 wedges and why stretching the wrong way can seriously hurt your distance, power and accuracy.
Published 10/28/20
Philbert sits down with Mike Cocking from OCM Golf Course Design to discuss the future of golf architecture, what influences impact a new design like Lonsdale Links, and the real reasons behind Poa-constrictors.
Published 10/19/20
The whole GolfBarons team delve deeply into the benefits of putting with your eyes closed like Sergio Garcia, what shots (and people) continue to be their golf nemeses, and Phil changes the game with some on-course culinary treats.
Published 10/07/20
The lads pay tribute to Australian cricket icon (and golf tragic) Dean Jones, talk about virtual cyclone fences to encourage shot-shaping, spend two years dreaming about golf on the British Isles, and Kippa remembers the day he played with Seve at The K Club.
Published 09/29/20