Episodes
Send us a text What’s the secret behind the ultimate golfing adventure in the UK and Ireland? Join us as we tee off with our special guest, Alex, who embarked on a mission to conquer the top 100 golf courses, inspired by a story from his grandfather during the COVID-19 lockdown. With his milestone birthday on the horizon, Alex shares the highs and greater highs of this exhilarating quest. Alex was a legend and a great story teller, as he regaled us with stories from his 42 courses played...
Published 11/12/24
Published 11/12/24
Send us a text Ever wondered how golf courses earn their legendary status? Join us as my close friend Rob, also known as Ronnie Moore, and I talk about the ideas he has for the challenge, the podcast and we just have a general chat about our golfing life together.In this special bonus episode, Rob brings his infectious enthusiasm and insightful perspective to our discussion on what makes these courses extraordinary, from the breathtaking views at Royal Birkdale to the unique ambiance of ...
Published 11/05/24
Send us a text What do you do when the weather throws a curveball and your co-host is MIA? Join us as we navigate the whimsical winds and rains of Southport and Ainsdale Golf Club without our usual partner-in-crime, Jim. Despite forecasts that promised sunshine, the day was marked by unexpected showers and challenges that kept us on our toes. With our gracious hosts Paul and Matt leading the way, the course became a playground of strategy and camaraderie, where every swing was a story an...
Published 10/30/24
Send us a textCan friendships open doors to legendary golf courses? Discover how our good friend Paul made it possible for us to tee off at the historic Southport and Ainsdale, a prestigious Ryder Cup venue. This episode sets the stage for our ambitious quest to conquer the top 100 golf courses in the next decade, with a heartwarming reminder of the power of camaraderie and shared passions in the golfing community. Along the way, we introduce Matt, a fellow golf enthusiast, and reflect on the...
Published 10/18/24
Send us a textEmbark on our thrilling golfing journey! Could a banana superstition actually improve your game? We recount our unforgettable day at Moortown, our second stop on the ambitious quest to play the top 100 golf courses in 10 years. With a warm welcome from Eddie, the assistant pro, and the unexpected delight of free range balls, our spirits soared as we tackled the challenges of Moortown's undulating greens. Whether you're intrigued by golf traditions or the humorous mishaps that ha...
Published 10/07/24
Send us a textEver tried "blagging" your way into a world-renowned golf course only to be met with a polite but firm "no"? Join us on our quest to play the top 100 golf courses in a decade, as we hilariously recount our failed attempts at sweet-talking our way into Moortown Golf Club. Despite our well-rehearsed scripts and cheeky charm, we still ended up paying full price and had to face the strict etiquette rules, including the classic mobile phone ban in the clubhouse.As we explore the rich...
Published 09/17/24
Send us a textWhat if a seemingly perfect plan starts to unravel under the weight of unforeseen challenges? Join us as we confront the financial realities of our ambitious quest to conquer the top 100 golf courses over the next decade. In today's episode of the Top 100 in 10 Golf Podcast, we're stepping back from the excitement of lush greens and challenging fairways to confront the stark numbers staring back at us from our spreadsheets. It's a story of recalibration, where dreams meet fiscal...
Published 08/26/24
Send us a textPicture this: a spontaneous Saturday night decision turns into the thrilling quest to play the world's top 100 golf courses over a decade. Join us as Chris, the mastermind behind this ambitious challenge, and Jim, our ever-curious co-host, kick off the adventure at the picturesque Silloth-on-Solway in Cumbria. This beloved links course, steeped in personal significance for Chris, provided not just a walk down memory lane but the perfect backdrop for the beginning of our journey....
Published 08/12/24
Ever wondered what it's like to have your dreams grounded by a brutally honest friend? Meet Jim, aka JTC, our no-nonsense buddy who's stepping into our podcast world to keep our feet firmly on the fairway. With a quick wit and unfiltered skepticism, Jim joins us to question our ambitious goal of playing the top 100 golf courses in 10 years. From time commitments to hidden costs, Jim's devil's advocate role is sure to provide a much-needed dose of reality as we embark on this journey. Get read...
Published 07/21/24
Have you ever spent a Sunday night plotting an epic adventure with a bottle of wine and Google Maps? We certainly did, as we embarked on the ambitious quest to play the top 100 golf courses in the UK and Ireland over the next decade. Despite mixed reactions from our friends and family, the excitement of planning this journey revealed some surprising insights, like the scarcity of top courses near our home and the abundance in Scotland. We also faced the unique challenges of Ireland's geograph...
Published 07/14/24
This is the beginning of our story... the setup!Discover how we came up with the idea and what our pod is about
Published 07/07/24