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The RangeThe Range | Season 2 | Episode 10 - Grass League and Old Tom CapitalIn this episode, Ari sits down with Jake Hoselton, co-founder and CEO of Grass Clippings and the Grass League, and Matt Erley, co-founder and Managing Partner of Old Tom Capital, for a special conversation about the next era of golf.Jake joins The Range for the first time, following Grass Clippings’ earlier feature with CMO Pete Wilson in Season One. This time, Ari reconnects with both sides of one of golf’s most exciting partnerships - Grass Clippings and Old Tom Capital - to discuss the latest investment round that’s fueling the growth of the Grass League...
2025-10-1648 min
The RangeThe Range | Season 2 | Episode 9 - MullysIn this episode, Ari sits down with Chris Houghton, his longtime friend and co-founder of Mully’s, to reflect on the journey of launching their golf-inspired beverage brand.From early text messages and test formulations to a production run in Chicago, Ari and Chris share what it took to turn Mully’s from an idea into reality. They dig into the chemistry of being co-founders after 35 years of friendship, the importance of honest feedback, and how communication and complementary skills helped them navigate the challenges of starting a business. Along the way, they explore the balance between pers...
2025-09-2437 min
The RangeThe Range | Season 2 | Episode 8 - Northern Greens CollectiveIn this episode, Ari sits down with Abby Swenson, founder of Northern Greens Golf Collective, to talk about what it takes to build a women’s golf community from the ground up.From juggling a full-time tech career to launching Northern Greens in Minnesota, Abby shares how she turned her own search for golf partners into a thriving community that now hosts sold-out tee times, social events, and even travel weekends. We dig into the challenges of balancing entrepreneurship with community-building, how to make golf more approachable, and why patience might be the mo...
2025-09-1149 min
The RangeThe Range | Season 2 | Episode 7 - Bad BirdieIn this episode, Ari sits down with Jason Richardson, founder and CEO of Bad Birdie, to talk about building one of the OG modern golf brands and reshaping how the game looks, feels, and is experienced.From growing up in a non-golf family to launching a bold apparel company out of Los Angeles, Jason shares the story of how Bad Birdie went from a side hustle to a nationally recognized brand. We dig into his advertising background, the power of reinvesting in growth, and how Bad Birdie’s partnerships—like the collaboration with Taco Bell—show what’s possib...
2025-09-0431 min
The RangeThe Range | Season 2 | Episode 6 - GolfWellIn this episode, Ari sits down with Cordie Walker, founder of GolfWell (formerly Golf Science Lab), to talk about building a media company at the intersection of curiosity, content, and community in golf.From launching a podcast in 2013 to now running a full-fledged video production and content brand, Cordie shares the behind-the-scenes story of how GolfWell evolved from a niche platform for instructors into a go-to source for everyday golfers. We dig into the transition from audio to video, his philosophy on educational entertainment, and why staying curious is the most underrated skill in both golf and...
2025-08-2838 min
The RangeThe Range | Season 2 | Episode 5 - Peoples LeagueIn this episode of The Range, Ari sits down with Jared Augustine, founder and CEO of The People’s League, the first league created to organize and elevate competition among YouTube golfers.Jared shares how his background in tech startups and creator media (Thuzio, Julius) led him to see a massive opportunity at the intersection of golf and content. With millions of views going to amateur golf creators - not the pros - Jared and his team are building a league from the ground up, with real structure, real stakes, and a community-first mindset.F...
2025-08-2240 min
ParaPower MappingEddington Conspiracy Cork Board (Pt. I): An AmerIsraeli Years of Lead Western YarnSub to the Patreon to support the show and access the entire 2nd part of PPM's subtextual analysis of Eddington as soon as it drops: patreon.com/ParaPowerMappingIn which we decode Eddington’s subtextual conspiracy themes, endeavoring to argue that the new Ari Aster is perhaps the first major, theatrically released film to have accurately encapsulated the essence of the technocratic AmerIsraeli Years of Lead—in accordance with my personal timeline of the ongoing deep political era that would place its inception around Covid time—and the Silicon Valley capitalist elite's embrace of strategy of ten...
2025-08-161h 33
The RangeThe Range | Season 2 | Episode 4 - Best BallWhat happens when two longtime friends with a love for sports, sales, and storytelling team up to build a golf media brand from scratch? In this episode, I sit down with Robby Woodard and Jonathan Hill, the co-founders of Best Ball, to talk about turning a podcast into a platform - and a few cold DMs into a thriving golf community.Best Ball is a golf storytelling brand built on authenticity, humor, and a deep belief that golf is about people first. What began as a podcast now includes content production, event hosting, and even a growing...
2025-08-141h 00
The RangeThe Range | Season 2 | Episode 3 - Pull Hook GolfWhat happens when a former mini tour pro, indoor golf founder, and podcast producer decides to launch his own show? In this episode, Ari sits down with Matt Cook, founder of Pull Hook Golf, to talk about going all-in on content, consistency, and a comeback.From playing at Grand Canyon University and training with Butch Harmon to launching NYC’s Golf Pros indoor studio and helping grow golf tech brand Full Swing, Matt’s career has always revolved around the game. But when LIV Golf emerged and traditional golf media felt out of touch, he saw an open...
2025-08-0751 min
The RangeThe Range | Season 2 | Episode 2 - The Cactus Club & Impact Golf StudiosWhat happens when a former college golfer and golf tech insider decides to build a club for the rest of us? In this episode, Ari sits down with Terence Daniels, founder of The Cactus Club, to talk about why most golfers don’t need another gate code - they need a community.From his early days playing junior tournaments in Bermuda to competing at Grand Canyon University and working at companies like Trackman and CoachNow, Terence has always been immersed in the game. But it was his experience in golf tech that revealed a major ga...
2025-07-3142 min
The RangeThe Range | Season 2 | Episode 1 - Superintendent NetworkWe’re kicking off Season 2 of The Range with Brian Laurent, founder of Superintendent Network — a media platform dedicated to the often-unsung heroes of the golf world: course superintendents.Brian shares how his upbringing on golf courses shaped his path, why he left the association world to build a storytelling platform, and how he’s building a national community around leadership, passion, and pride in the profession. From filming at iconic PGA Tour stops to highlighting small-town greenskeepers, Brian is telling the stories behind the game we love.🎙️ Topics covered: • Growing up the son of a super...
2025-07-2445 min
Facing Coming Storms: Talking International DefenceNavigating the Corridors of PowerCurious about the world of government, military, and global decisions, where power weighs a ton yet slips away? In this Facing Coming Storms episode, we’re joined by Ari Ratner, ex-Obama State Department insider turned D.C. sceptic; Liisa Past, Estonia’s former cybersecurity chief and NATO pro; and Brigadier Robbie Boyd, retired British officer with NATO and UN battle scars.We uncover the gritty truth of crisis leadership—creaking systems, gut-wrenching calls, and the razor’s edge of slashing red tape without sparking chaos. From D.C. to Tallinn to Brussels, it’s a no-filter take on uncerta...
2025-04-071h 04
The RangeThe Range Ep. 18 - PARFOUROn the season one finale of The Range, Ari sits down with Ethan Andrews, co-founder of PARFOUR — a golf live-streaming app that’s part Twitch, part TikTok, and 100% built for golf lovers. In this inspiring conversation, Ethan opens up about his journey from homeschooled golf prodigy to self-taught tech entrepreneur, and how a simple FaceTime call with his brother sparked the idea for PAR FOUR.Ethan shares how he’s redefining the golf experience — allowing players to stream rounds, track scores, and connect with viewers around the world, all from their phone. He talks candidly about the challeng...
2025-04-0354 min
The RangeThe Range Ep. 17 - Albatross Golf Inc. [Golf TRK | Noonan AI]In this episode of The Range, we sit down with Matt Williams, the co-founder and president of Albatross Golf Inc.—the powerhouse behind Golf TRK, a cutting-edge indoor golf facility, and Noonan AI, a virtual caddy built to help golfers make smarter decisions on the course.From growing up on a humble nine-hole course in Iowa to building two businesses that merge golf, tech, and community, Matt shares how his sales background and entrepreneurial spirit fueled a new wave of data-driven golf experiences. We discuss bootstrapping, winning early investor trust through startup competitions, and why Kansas City mi...
2025-03-2744 min
The RangeThe Range Ep. 16 - Precision Pro GolfIn this episode, Ari sits down with Jonah Mytro, co-founder and CRO of Precision Pro Golf, to talk about the unglamorous but deeply rewarding reality of building a product-first business in the golf space.From selling training aids out of Santa Monica to becoming a global leader in rangefinders, Jonah shares how he and his co-founder bootstrapped the company without outside capital, outworked the competition, and innovated their way into the bags of everyday golfers. We also dig into Precision’s shift toward premium products, Jonah’s philosophy on customer service, and why content creators—not PGA pros—h...
2025-03-2053 min
The RangeThe Range Ep. 15 - Old Tom CapitalWhat happens when two seasoned operators team up to transform how golf startups get funded? In this episode, Ari sits down with Matt Erley, co-founder of Old Tom Capital, to talk about the growing investment landscape in golf—from simulator tech to agronomy innovation.Matt shares how his background at Drizly and Havenly, combined with his partner Evan Roosevelt's experience at Random Golf Club, led them to launch one of the first golf-focused investment firms. Together, they’re identifying high-growth opportunities in the “golf curious” space and bringing venture capital to parts of the sport that are redefini...
2025-03-1351 min
The RangeThe Range Ep. 14 - Branded Golf🎥🏌️♂️ From Music to Golf: The Story Behind Branded GolfWhat if your first gig in an industry landed you face-to-face with Hideki Matsuyama and Rory McIlroy? That’s exactly what happened to Austin Peckham, founder of Branded Golf, a creative agency specializing in premium content for golf, hospitality, and food & beverage brands.In this episode of The Range Podcast, we dive into Austin’s journey—from shooting music videos to building a business that helps golf brands tell their stories through high-quality visuals. He shares how taking risks, em...
2025-03-0643 min
The RangeThe Range Ep. 13 - GolfRootsGolf is often seen as an exclusive sport, but Benjamin Stromberg, founder and CEO of GolfRoots, is on a mission to change that. What started as a small operation selling used clubs out of his parents’ garage has grown into a national movement making golf more affordable and accessible for new players.In this episode, Benjamin shares how GolfRoots is tackling the biggest barriers to entry in golf—high equipment costs, lack of education, and difficulty finding welcoming places to play. From pioneering trade-in programs at 300+ private clubs to developing new ways to conn...
2025-02-2738 min
The RangeThe Range Ep. 12: Clubhouse Work & GolfIn this episode of The Range, we sit down with Josh Kaplan, founder of Clubhouse Work & Golf, the world’s first co-working and golf club. Josh shares his journey from working in software to launching a 17,000-square-foot space in Denver where professionals can work, network, and improve their game—all without a tee time.We dive into:⛳ How a garage golf simulator sparked the idea for Clubhouse🏢 The challenges of launching a first-of-its-kind co-working space for golfers💡 Lessons from software startups that helped shape the business
2025-02-2044 min
The RangeThe Range Ep. 11 - 35x70 Golf Co.In this episode of The Range, we sit down with Dan & Katie Winters, the husband-and-wife duo behind 35x70 Golf Co. What started as a simple idea for custom headcovers has grown into a full apparel brand celebrating Midwest golf culture. We dive into their journey from professional golfers to entrepreneurs, the lessons they’ve learned along the way, and how they’re building a brand that shines a spotlight on hidden gems across the Midwest.In This Episode:⛳ The origin story of 35x70 Golf C...
2025-02-1345 min
The RangeThe Range Ep. 10 - Fairway FinderIn this episode of The Range, we sit down with Ryan Walsh, founder and CEO of Fairway Finder, to explore how he’s revolutionizing the way golfers book tee times.What began as a personal frustration turned into a dynamic platform that aggregates available tee times across courses, offering a streamlined alternative to traditional booking systems. Ryan shares his journey, from getting scammed by a developer to building a successful MVP, and how he leveraged community feedback and creative marketing to fuel growth. If you’ve ever struggled to find a last-minute tee time o...
2025-02-0634 min
The RangeThe Range Ep. 9 - Golf Space CollectiveIn this episode ofThe Range, we sit down with Preston McClellan, founder and CEO of Golf Space Collective, a trailblazing golf-focused marketing agency. Preston shares his journey from growing up inspired by Tiger Woods to becoming a pioneer in social media and digital marketing for the golf industry. He discusses his time at the PGA Tour, the challenges of pitching social media to athletes in its early days, and how he took the leap to build a company that bridges creativity with an authentic love for the game.Listen in as Preston reveals insights on entrepreneurship, the...
2025-01-3040 min
The RangeThe Range Ep. 8 - Bantee GolfIn this episode, Ari Ratner sits down with Billy Ainsley and Andrew Winter, the co-founders of Bantee Golf, a social app reshaping the way golfers connect, share, and engage. From a casual idea born during COVID to a growing platform for golf enthusiasts, Billy and Andrew take us through their journey of launching and evolving Bantee.They share insights on:Their personal connections to golf and how it shaped their entrepreneurial journey.The challenges and victories of building a digital product in the golf space.The importance of community, both on and off the c...
2025-01-2352 min
The RangeThe Range Ep. 7 - Charlie Golf Co.In this episode of The Range, host Ari Ratner sits down with Tyler Johnson, founder of Charlie Golf Co., to discuss his journey from competitive golfer to entrepreneur. Tyler shares the inspiration behind his toddler-friendly golf bags, born from the desire to create a more accessible and practical way for kids to enjoy the sport.Listen as Tyler recounts his personal connection to golf, how he turned an idea sparked at the driving range into a thriving business, and the importance of storytelling and community in building his brand. From navigating the challenges of manufacturing to embracing...
2025-01-1631 min
The RangeThe Range Ep. 6 - Buena Gente GolfIn this episode of The Range, Ari Ratner talks with Jon Madera, the founder of Buena Gente Golf, about his mission to make golf more inclusive and reflective of diverse communities. From humble beginnings in Puerto Rico to launching at the PGA Show, Jon shares:How a childhood connection to golf inspired his brandThe challenges and triumphs of creating a culturally resonant businessLessons on storytelling, community, and entrepreneurshipJon’s vision for Buena Gente Golf goes beyond apparel—it’s about celebrating culture, breaking stereotypes, and connecting people through the game. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a gol...
2025-01-0942 min
The RangeThe Range Ep. 5 - Grass ClippingsIn this episode of The Range, we sit down with Pete Wilson, co-founder and CMO of Grass Clippings, to explore how four lifelong friends turned their passion for golf into a groundbreaking brand that’s changing the game. From honoring greenskeepers to creating electrifying under-the-lights tournaments, Grass Clippings is bringing fresh energy and inclusivity to the sport.Pete shares their journey—from transforming a municipal course in Arizona into a community hub to launching the innovative Grass League. Along the way, he offers insights on entrepreneurship, resilience, and building a brand with purpose. Whethe...
2025-01-0234 min
The RangeThe Range Ep. 4 - Inland GroveIn this episode of The Range, Ari Ratner sits down with James Carlson, founder of Inland Grove, a streetwear-inspired golf brand redefining the culture of the sport. From his roots in California’s Inland Empire to building a brand inspired by streetwear icons like Stüssy, James shares the story of turning his love for golf into a movement for change.Discover how James went from casual golfer to brand builder, the challenges he faced launching Inland Grove, and his mission to make golf more inclusive and accessible for the next generation. You’ll he...
2024-12-1938 min
The RangeThe Range Ep. 3 - MNML GolfIn this episode, Sam Goulden shares his unique journey from a casual golfer to a professional coach and entrepreneur in the golf industry. He discusses his early experiences with golf, the transition to coaching, and the evolution of his brand, Minimal Golf. Sam emphasizes the importance of passion and innovation in creating a new type of golf bag that meets modern needs, while also navigating the challenges of the golf equipment industry. In this conversation, Sam shares his entrepreneurial journey with Minimal Golf, detailing the challenges and successes of launching a Kickstarter campaign, the importance of...
2024-12-1245 min
The RangeThe Range Ep. 2 - Hanna GolfIn the latest episode of The Range, we sit down with Jared Doerfler, the founder of Hanna Golf and the writer behind the Perfect Putt newsletter. Jared shares how his passion for golf evolved into building a brand that’s making waves in the golf industry.From growing up in a golf-loving family to navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship, Jared's story is one of resilience and innovation. He discusses the transition from writing about golf to launching a business, the importance of discipline and accountability, and the key role of relationships in the golf community.Ja...
2024-12-0536 min
The RangeThe Range: Intro EpisodeIn the inaugural episode, Ari and Chris share their personal journeys with Golf, reflecting on how the sport became a powerful outlet for connection and creativity, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Together, they discuss the excitement and challenges of launching a business rooted in a shared passion and the lessons they’ve learned.This candid conversation offers fresh insights into:The evolution of golf as a sport and culture.How complementary skills and friendships can elevate a business.The importance of enjoying the game and competing with yourself.Lessons from failure and how they fue...
2024-12-0217 min
The Great British Foreign Affairs PodcastS3 E5 Getting under the skin of the US with Ari RatnerIn this episode I talk to Ari Ratner, a former state department official and founder of strategic comms and policy advisory firm Danari Global
2024-07-021h 09
Drunk Cinema ClubEP. #7 - Nicolas Cage (00s) & Teacher's WhiskyIn questo episodio, terzo di una serie di 4, raccontiamo la carriera di Nicolas Cage.
Una decade per ogni episodio, in questo gli anni 00.
Film citati in questo episodio:
Adaptation (2002) - Spike Jonze
Matchstick Men (2003) - Ridley Scott
È arrivato mio fratello (1985) - Franco Castellano, Giuseppe Moccia
Gone in Sixty Seconds (2000) - Dominic Sena
Captain Corelli's Mandolin (2001) - John Madden
Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994) - Mike Newell
The Family Man (2000) - Brett Ratner
World Trade Center (2006) - Oliver Stone
2020-03-1424 min
StarTalk All-StarsThink Like a Skeptic, with Cara Santa Maria and Dr. Steven NovellaTrust no one! StarTalk All-Stars host neuroscientist Heather Berlin investigates skeptical thinking with Cara Santa Maria and Dr. Steven Novella of "The Skeptics Guide to the Universe" and new comic co-host and skeptic Ari Shaffir.Don’t miss an episode of StarTalk All-Stars. Subscribe on: TuneIn: http://tunein.com/radio/StarTalk-All-Stars-p949405/ SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/startalk_all-stars Apple Podcasts: https://itun.es/us/P9kphb.c Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/startalk-allstars Google Play Music: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/I2nz...
2018-11-0647 min