Episodes
The 150th Open is here... and the 150th Show will be coming to you each day throughout the Championship with all the action directly from the links at the Old Course. On Thursday's show, Marcus Buckland is joined by Sophie Walker and Carl Paulson to look back on Cameron Young's stunning 64, that sees the American lead by two strokes at the close of play. The trio also look back on Rory McIlroy's round, a match that Sophie followed, while touching upon Tiger Woods' struggles and good scores...
Published 07/14/22
The 150th Open is here... and the 150th Show will be coming to you each day throughout the Championship with all the action directly from the links at the Old Course. On Wednesday's quick preview show, Marcus Buckland is joined by Sophie Walker and Matt Southgate to discuss how fast the course is playing, who the conditions will suit and the star groups at St Andrews. The trio are also joined in their position on the first tee by Harold Varner III and Max Homa, both in Thursday's featured...
Published 07/13/22
The 150th Open is nearly here, and before daily podcasts with Marcus Buckland begin on Wednesday, we take one final look back at The 149th Open, as Champion Golfer of the Year Collin Morikawa prepares to return the Claret Jug. Initially published last year, the Story of 2021 delves into the action from Royal St George's for The 149th Open, featuring interviews with the likes of Jon Rahm, Louis Oosthuizen, Jordan Spieth, Marcel Siem and the eventual Champion Golfer of the Year, Collin...
Published 07/11/22
In the last episode of The 150th Show before Open Championship week begins, Marcus Buckland is joined by the BBC's Iain Carter and The Open Radio's Sue Thearle to preview The 150th Open in-depth. The trio discuss the big names, dark horses and fairy tale stories from the landmark Championship, and we hear from Rory McIlroy on his chances at St Andrews, and why he feels like there is unfinished business at the Old Course... Subscribe now for free to never miss an episode ahead of The 150th...
Published 07/08/22
Listen in to an in-depth rundown of the back nine at the Old Course on The 150th Show, our preview series ahead of this July's landmark Championship. Hosted by Marcus Buckland, The 150th Show will give a run down of the historic Old Course at St Andrews, as well as a full preview of the Championship in the days leading up to The Open. In this episode, Marcus is again joined by Rob Lee and Matt Adams, this time tackling the back nine of the famous old links, including some fitting iconic...
Published 07/05/22
The 150th Show, previewing the landmark Open Championship this July, is here! Hosted by Marcus Buckland, The 150th Show will give a run down of the historic Old Course at St Andrews, as well as a full preview of the Championship in the week leading up to The Open. In this episode, Marcus is joined by Rob Lee and Matt Adams to discuss the front nine of the famous old links, including some iconic moments on those holes from Colin Montgomerie, Jordan Spieth, Paul Dunne and John Daly to name...
Published 07/01/22
Unlike many Open Champions, Tom Watson did not have to wait long to get his hands on the Claret Jug. Also unlike other Champion Golfers, Watson was prolific in golf's original Major to an historic degree, with a large portion of his victories in The Open coming while he still disliked the challenge of links golf. One of the most successful golfers in history, and a steely competitor with a tenacious game, Watson accomplished an immense amount on the British Isles in his lifetime. And as...
Published 06/28/22
Unlike many Open Champions, Tom Watson did not have to wait long to get his hands on the Claret Jug. Also unlike other Champion Golfers, Watson was prolific in golf's original Major to an historic degree, with a large portion of his victories in The Open coming while he still disliked the challenge of links golf. One of the most successful golfers in history, and a steely competitor with a tenacious game, Watson accomplished an immense amount on the British Isles in his lifetime. And as the...
Published 06/21/22
Unlike many Open Champions, Tom Watson did not have to wait long to get his hands on the Claret Jug. Also unlike other Champion Golfers, Watson was prolific in golf's original Major to an historic degree, with a large portion of his victories in The Open coming while he still disliked the challenge of links golf. One of the most successful golfers in history, and a steely competitor with a tenacious game, Watson accomplished an immense amount on the British Isles in his lifetime. And as the...
Published 06/14/22
YouTube star and PGA Professional Peter Finch joins The Open Podcasts for a third and final special episode on Open Qualifying, as he embarks on a journey to discover more about Qualifying and the stories it has to offer, ahead of his own attempt to make it to St Andrews for The 150th Open. In Part 3, Pete talks to Steven Bottomley, who featured in Tales of The Open, about his 1995 heroics at St Andrews, as the pair look over some of Steven's shots from the final day. Producer Chris Lewis...
Published 06/07/22
YouTube star and PGA Professional Peter Finch joins The Open Podcasts to continue a special series on Open Qualifying, as he embarks on a journey to discover more about Qualifying and the stories it has to offer, ahead of his own attempt to make it to St Andrews for The 150th Open. In Part 2, Pete talks to George Wale and Jonathan Tippetts-Aylmer, two people responsible for the process of Open Qualifying, and finds out how courses become Qualifying venues, what goes on behind the scenes and...
Published 05/31/22
The Open Podcasts are back with a bang, as YouTube star and PGA Professional Peter Finch joins The Open Podcasts for a special series on Open Qualifying. In the first episode of Season 5, building up to The 150th Open, Pete embarks on a journey to discover more about Open Qualifying and the stories it has to offer, as he looks ahead to his own attempt to make it to St Andrews. Part 1 sees Pete talk to James Robinson and Sam Forgan, two other participants in the Road to The Open series on...
Published 05/24/22
The Open Podcasts are returning ahead of The 150th Open at St Andrews! Golf's greatest stories continue, with a special series on Open Qualifying hosted by Peter Finch, a preview show for The 150th Open with The Open Radio's Marcus Buckland, and a three-part documentary series with a legendary Open Champion. All this before daily coverage of one of the most hotly anticipated Championships in the history of golf this July. Subscribe now to The Open Podcasts for free to never miss an episode!
Published 05/17/22
One of the greatest golfers of all time, Sir Nick Faldo showcased talent and dedication in equal measure throughout his career, arguably like nobody else in the game's history. In this brand new three-part documentary, hear from Sir Nick Faldo, his former coach David Leadbetter and former caddie Fanny Sunesson, in an exploration of what has made the legendary figure tick, and the long road he took to becoming Champion Golfer of the Year. Listen to the final episode here, as Sir Nick takes...
Published 12/28/21
One of the greatest golfers of all time, Sir Nick Faldo showcased talent and dedication in equal measure throughout his career, arguably like nobody else in the game's history. In this brand new three-part documentary, hear from Sir Nick Faldo, his former coach David Leadbetter and former caddie Fanny Sunesson, in an exploration of what has made the legendary figure tick, and the long road he took to becoming Champion Golfer of the Year. Listen to the second of three parts here, as Sir...
Published 12/21/21
One of the greatest golfers of all time, Sir Nick Faldo showcased talent and dedication in equal measure throughout his career, arguably like nobody else in the game's history. Having taken a huge risk to rebuild his swing in the middle of an already successful career, Faldo knows about hard work, and what it takes to win The Open Championship. But it certainly didn't come easy for him, despite playing in his first Open just five years after taking up the game. In this brand new three-part...
Published 12/14/21
Let special guest narrator Tommy Fleetwood take you back to The 127th Open at Royal Birkdale, for The Story of 1998. The Open in 1998 had everything, from bad weather to the emergence of young stars, from great shots to fairy-tale moments, and capped off with a play-off and a great Champion. With contributions from the main actors in such a wonderful drama, including Mark O'Meara, Brian Watts, Justin Rose and Tiger Woods, sit back and immerse yourself in this Original Audio Documentary...
Published 12/08/21
This week, we revisit a tribute to Peter Alliss, one year on from his passing. With words from Jim Nantz, Andrew Cotter, Hazel Irvine and Ewen Murray, we celebrate the life of Alliss in this special bonus episode. Sadly passing away in December 2020 at the age of 89, Alliss transcended generations as a player, commentator, and with his incredible character. One of The Open's most recognisable figures, and one of golf's greatest characters, Alliss' humour, wit and unique style was loved and...
Published 11/30/21
Some players have seemed destined to win The Open as they emerged onto the golfing scene. And many, including Tiger Woods, Seve Ballesteros, Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player, did so early in their careers. Darren Clarke, one of the most talented prospects in Irish golfing history, appeared to be another of those players. But into his 40s, he had yet to claim the title, and his chances to do so were running out. That was until a fairy-tale victory in 2011 warmed the hearts of the golfing world,...
Published 11/23/21
Relive one of the most dramatic finishes to an Open Championship in modern times, where The 141st Open at Royal Lytham and St Annes was decided over the final four holes. The Story of 2012 tells the tale of not only Ernie Els' storybook triumph in golf's original major, for the second time, but also the agonising defeat of Adam Scott at Royal Lytham. With narration from Ewan Porter, and words from Els, Scott and their respective caddies Ricci Roberts and Stevie Williams, as well as from...
Published 11/16/21
This week's edition of Tales of The Open focuses on Paul Dunne, and the 28-year-old's career to date, including a remarkable performance at The Open in 2015. As an amateur, Dunne captured the imagination of those watching The 144th Open with his stunning golf, and looked to have one of the best chances to win the Claret Jug as an amateur in memory, bidding to become just the fourth ever to do so. With narration from Shane O'Donoghue, commentary and audio from the Championship and the words...
Published 11/09/21
Golf's greatest stories continue on The Open Podcasts, as this week we look at the tale of Brian Watts. A Japan Tour star in the 1990s, Watts' life and career in the game seemed to all build up to the 72nd hole of The 127th Open in 1998. With English heritage and vast experience in windy and difficult conditions, the American came just six inches away from claiming the Claret Jug with one of the best bunker shots in Championship history. With colour commentary and narration from Shane...
Published 11/02/21
Golf's greatest stories continue on The Open Podcasts, as this week we look at the career of Steve Elkington, one of the finest Australian players in the last 30 years. A major champion at the 1995 US PGA, the man affectionately known as 'Elk' has often played well in The Open, and has some wonderful stories to tell. From a very helpful harbour master, to a play-off filled two weeks at Muirfield in 2002, Elkington has had a fine career in golf, one that so nearly included a Claret Jug. With...
Published 10/26/21
The Open Podcasts is back! Season 4 of the show begins with the rundown of the most recent and much awaited Open Championship, with The Story of 2021. The Story of 2021 will delve into the action from Royal St George's this past year for The 149th Open, featuring interviews with the likes of Jon Rahm, Louis Oosthuizen, Jordan Spieth, Marcel Siem and the eventual Champion Golfer of the Year, Collin Morikawa. With narration from DJ Spoony, enjoy the wonderful sound of fans and golf again at...
Published 10/19/21
Ahead of Season 4 of The Open Podcasts, we hope you enjoy this bonus episode, utilising archive footage from the 1979, 1984 and 1988 Opens. To celebrate Seve Ballesteros' career, and the launch of the new film SEVE - Artist, Fighter, Legend on Rakuten TV, let us take you back to experience each of the great man’s triumphs in The Open Championship. When Seve first burst onto the scene during the 1976 Open as a 19-year-old, the world of golf knew they were witnessing the emergence of a new...
Published 10/15/21