Kris McEwen - Podcast Details

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Talking GolfGetaways: Your Golf Getaways PodcastTalking Gamble Sands and the upcoming Scarecrow courseMitch Laurance, Darin Bunch, Kris McEwen and podcast friend Joe Sas talk about planning return trips to Gamble Sands, the skyrocketing Pacific Northwest golf destination where David McLay Kidd’s new Scarecrow course opens Aug. 1.2025-03-171h 06

Talking GolfGetaways: Your Golf Getaways PodcastTalking St. George and Beyond with the Original ‘Essential Destinations’ TeamMitch Laurance, Darin Bunch, Vic Williams and Brian Oar (golf photographer extraordinaire - drink) reunite for the first time in 10 years to visit one of the true under-the-radar golf destinations in the United States — St. George, Utah (with a stop in Mesquite, Nevada along the way). From the brand-new megaresort at Black Desert to the 27 holes (and amazing condo) at Sand Hollow to the David McLay Kidd-reimagined Entrada to the video-game-fever of Wolf Creek, this foursome of longtime friends (along with an appearance from producer extraordinaire Kris McEwen) discuss the ins and outs of creating a high-desert buddies trip in on...2024-05-031h 44

Golf Unfiltered PodcastHave Clubs Will Travel - Palm Springs and Las Vegas | 440On a special edition of the Golf Unfiltered Podcast, Kris McEwen joins Adam Fonseca for another installment of Have Clubs Will Travel. This week Kris details his trip to the Palm Springs area and Las Vegas where he played two local courses that are both affordable and fun for golfers of any skill level. Kris also shares a bit of local knowledge on how to traverse between the two areas, which may or may not put Hunter S. Thompson to shame.2024-02-0248 min

Golf Unfiltered PodcastHave Clubs Will Travel - Elgin Country Club | 407In the first episode of a new mini-series, Have Clubs Will Travel, co-hosts Kris McEwen and Adam Fonseca bring you first-hand experiences of their time playing golf courses from around the country. First up: Elgin Country Club in Elgin, IL. Founded in 1901 and designed by renowned course architect Tom Bendelow, Elgin CC boasts one of the finest layouts in the Chicagoland area along with an incredible membership experience.2023-06-1231 min

Battleline PodcastRemembering American Sniper Chris Kyle 10 years laterJoining us on this episode is Scott McEwen, co-author of "American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History” with Chris Kyle & Jim DeFelice. Scott McEwen was not simply a co-author of the book, but a personal friend of the Navy SEAL and lived with him while Chris was going through marital issues. February 2nd of this year known as Chris Kyle Day, marked 10 years since the death of Kyle. We discuss the impact Chris Kyle had along with the book and feature film starring Bradley Cooper that followed. McEwen is the co-author of a...2023-02-061h 38

The Jason E Jones ShowEpisode 356 - My Interview About The First Round Of The TSSAA Playoffs Head Football Coach Kris White Moore County RaidersIn this episode I talk with Moore County head football coach kris White. The Raiders are 9-1 on the season and will be hosting a first round playoff game versus McEwen. We talk about coming from Knox Catholic and coaching such players as Cade Mays, Cooper Mays and Tyler Barron. So much more on the Jason e Jones podcast.2022-11-0126 min

RadiolabThe Weather ReportMeteorologists are as common as the clouds these days. Rolling onto the airwaves at morning, noon and night they tell us what to wear and where to plan our picnics. They’re local celebrities with an outsized influence. But in the 1940s, there was really only one of them: Irving P. Krick. He was suave and dapper, with the charm of a sunbeam and the boldness of a thunderclap. He was a salesman who turned the weather into a product. Today, listen to the story of Krick and his descendants, a crew of profit prophets who have fo...2022-10-2852 min

Radiolab Podcasts (Radiolab)The Weather ReportMeteorologists are as common as the clouds these days. Rolling onto the airwaves at morning, noon and night they tell us what to wear and where to plan our picnics. They’re local celebrities with an outsized influence. But in the 1940s, there was really only one of them: Irving P. Krick. He was suave and dapper, with the charm of a sunbeam and the boldness of a thunderclap. He was a salesman who turned the weather into a product. Today, listen to the story of Krick and his descendants, a crew of profit prophets who have fo...2022-10-2800 min

Golf Origin StoriesWill BardwellMy guest this week is Mr. Will Bardwell of https://www.lyingfour.com/! We talk about a few things he's written, quite a few episodes of his extraordinary podcast, The Lying Four Podcast, and, of course, his love of Popeye's chicken. You can (and definitely should) follow Will on Twitter at @willbardwell. If you're into Golf Origin Stories, be sure to rate and review the show and subscribe! You can follow me on Twitter and Instagram at @KrisMcEwen. Thanks for listening!2022-01-181h 01

Golf Origin StoriesSam HarropGolf Origin Stories is back for 2022! As has (sort of) become tradition, we're kicking this year off with a musician. None other than everyone's favorite golf parody songwriter, Sam Harrop. We talk about his musical origin story, how he ended up taking #GolfTwitter by storm with his parody songs, and when and how he fell in love with golf. You should follow Sam on Twitter at @sam_golf) and on YouTube at Sam Harrop - YouTube. As I mention in the show, my YouTube show, That Range Life: A Show Sometimes...2022-01-0457 min

That Range Life: A Show Sometimes About GolfThat Range Life: A Show Sometimes About GolfThe YouTube sensation that's been sweeping the #golf world for nearly two years is now a podcast!Bill Bush of DrivingRangeHeroes.com and Kris McEwen of Golf Origin Stories get together every week to talk golf, television, booze, hockey, and whatever else may be on their mind.For episode one, the guys have quite a bit of news about the show, including their very first, official show partner! They also talk about some new year's golf resolutions and golf travel goals.You can read Bill's latest reviews of the Callaway Epic S...2022-01-0348 min

Blind Shots PodcastBlind Shots Podcast Season 3 Episode 6 - The Lost Episode with Kris McEwanMy special guest for this episode is Chicago’s Kris McEwen. He’s a man of many parts, with his Venn Diagram covering several sides of golf through his growing multi-media empire. We talk golf courses, media, travel, Chicagoland, and more. Links to Kris’s various works are listed below. Enjoy! Driving Range Heroes where you can find…2021-10-2957 min

Talking GolfGetaways: Your Golf Getaways PodcastDigging deep into Whistling Straits with Mark the CaddieAs the highly anticipated 43rd playing of the Ryder Cup approaches, to be played over the visually stunning, wildly imaginative and (especially if there’s a fair amount of wind) testing Straits Course at Whistling Straits in Haven, Wis., there may be no one more qualified to share insights and thoughts on the course and the upcoming competition than Mark the Caddie (full name withheld to protect the mystery of his ever-growing Twitter @caddietales fan popularity). Mark joins host Mitch Laurance and co-producer Kris McEwen (Darin Bunch grinding away on his growing media-consulting empire) for a lively, fun and incredibly in...2021-09-1852 min

Talking GolfGetaways: Your Golf Getaways PodcastDive into golf history and classic courses with Dr. Bern BernackiMitch Laurance and producer Kris McEwen (Darin Bunch being on assignment) welcome Dr. Bern Bernacki, President of the Golf Heritage Society, for a second visit to the show. Bernacki offers a wealth of knowledge not only about the Society’s upcoming 50th Anniversary National Convention but about classic golf courses around the country that are open for public play.2021-08-2645 min

Golf Unfiltered PodcastKris McEwen Tells Adam to Calm DownFriend of the show and fellow SecondCityGolf.com colleague Kris McEwen returns to tell Adam to calm down about pace of play. Kris shares an epiphany he had at a recent Major League Baseball game that solidifies his stance on pace of play in golf. Adam makes a few bad jokes, as per usual, and eventually comes around to seeing things from Kris's point of view. 2021-08-1636 min

Talking GolfGetaways: Your Golf Getaways PodcastThe McLemore Mixdown: Talking golf in the sky in GeorgiaOn this episode of Talking GolfGetaways, hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch and Producer Kris McEwen talk to Duane Horton, President of McLemore and of Scenic Land Company, its developer, to get the behind-the-scenes details of what went into McLemore’s success.2021-06-231h 00

Golf Origin StoriesMalcolm Scovil: Founder of the Imagine Golf AppThis week's guest is Imagine Golf app founder, Malcolm Scovil. As someone who has been using the app for about a month or so, I'm a huge fan of it and think it could help every level of golfer. Malcolm and I talk about the mental aspects of the game using a few examples of the app's "Daily Drive" segments and the origins of the app itself. As I mentioned in the intro, we only touch on Malcolm's own golf origin story. To learn more about the app, Malcolm's background, and going to...2021-06-081h 00

Golf Origin StoriesAndy Frye of Forbes MagazineAndy Frye is currently covering sports for Forbes magazine, but he’s also written for ESPN, Rolling Stones, the Chicago Tribune...all without a journalism degree. Andy shares his experiences interviewing some of the biggest names in golf, including Justin Rose, Brooks Koepka, Annika Sorenstam, and David Feherty. He also has written something on LinkedIn, of all places, about his leap from cubicle dweller to sportswriter that I found to be incredibly inspiring. We talk about that, the first sport he ever covered, something called “Fistball”, a few of his golf stories, and a book...2021-06-011h 26

Talking GolfGetaways: Your Golf Getaways PodcastTom Coyne Talks A Course Called AmericaFor the third time on Talking GolfGetaways, hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch and Producer Kris McEwen have that opportunity, as author Tom Coyne joins the trio again (go to Episodes 129/130 for earlier podcasts) to discuss his newly-launched, highly-anticipated “A Course Called America”, following his previous best sellers “A Course Called Ireland” and “A Course Called Scotland”, both of which are must-reads for the passionate, traveling golfer. In this engaging episode, Tom (we can call him Tom here due to his valued friendship) offers insights and details on his latest journey, a monumental undertaking that covered “50 States and Five Thousand Fairways”.2021-05-291h 10

Golf Origin StoriesRick Moe, a.k.a., @RickGolfsTXClosing out Twitter Pal/Listener Appreciation Month with a good one! From hitting golf balls in a parking lot in Alaska as a 20-something Pepsi delivery man to breaking 100 in Hawaii, Rick is a great story in of himself. It also just so happens he's a huge Pearl Jam fan. So, of course, we talk about that, too. Follow Rick on Twitter @RickGolfsTX and Instagram @RickGolfsTX and you can follow me on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube @KrisMcEwen. And don't forget to go subscribe to the YouTube channel to enter the giveaway!2021-05-251h 10

Golf Origin StoriesNate CangemiNate Cangemi is a lot like me. Golf obsessed and music obsessed. Back in the mid-90s, he was inspired to pick up a guitar, just as I was, by what would become one of the great bands of the era in Radiohead. And, in a Golf Origin Stories first, Nate was kind of enough to actually open and close the show this week with a couple of live performances! Besides a fun music conversation, we obviously talk quite a bit of golf, and Nate finally clears up the "golf at Pebble Beach i...2021-05-181h 13

Golf Origin StoriesZane EllisZane and I became friends during our round of golf together at Sand Valley during last year's Greaver Cup II trip. And, while I knew he was a golf architecture savant, little did I know less than a year later he would be working at one of the hottest golf design firms in the country! We talk about the Overland Park project he's currently working on, where he'll be headed to next (a very high-profile King-Collins project), his new partner in crime, Oviii, and, of course, when he fell in love with golf. ...2021-05-111h 37

Golf Origin StoriesBrock RutherfordWelcome to Listener/Twitter Pal Appreciation Month on Golf Origin Stories! First up is Brock Rutherford, a.k.a. @GolfingBrock on Twitter. A fun conversation about Pink Floyd, playing guitar, his apparent scholarship-worthy singing voice, walking golf courses, and when Brock fell in love with golf. Follow Brock on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Golfingbrock. And, as always, you can follow me on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube @KrisMcEwen. Thanks for listening!2021-05-041h 10

Talking GolfGetaways: Your Golf Getaways PodcastGetting social about golf travel with Ben Grehan and Kris McEwenGuest Ben Grehan joins co-host Mitch Laurance (going it solo while Darin Bunch travels cross-country) and producer Kris McEwen for a wide-ranging discussion on the benefits (and occasional pitfalls) of social media, the success of Twitter’s #GolfChat forum, Ben’s recent blog concerning a viral journey gone haywire in New Hampshire, the upcoming Greaver Cup III in Myrtle Beach, and hitting practice balls off the balcony of Saddam Hussein’s palace.2021-04-301h 12

Golf Origin StoriesDave Macpherson of PuttviewBooks.comDuring the pandemic, Dave decided to start up a new business called PuttviewBooks.com. Leveraging the existing technology that Puttview.com has developed, he's created a way for golfers to access professional-level yardage and green books. We talk about his entrepreneurial spirit, the joy of using yardage and green books, how they're made, and his other endeavor, Golf-Hound.com. You can go search the PuttviewBooks.com database for your favorite courses here: https://puttviewbooks.com/ You can follow Dave and Puttview Books on Twitter at https://twitter.com/PuttViewBooks. ...2021-04-271h 04

Golf Origin StoriesPete Popovich, Host of The Golf 360 PodcastPete Popovich has seen some stuff! He's tried his hand at the pro game, including experiencing the introduction of the ProV1 into the sport firsthand, he's been a teacher, coach, club pro, you name it. These days he runs a website called TheGolfParadigm.com and hosts his own golf podcast called Golf 360. We talk about all of those things, as well as the grind and enjoyment of hosting and producing your own podcast. You can follow Pete on Twitter @TheGolfParadigm Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Golf Origin Stories! And...2021-04-201h 09

Golf Origin StoriesDavid Edel of Edel GolfDavid Edel of Edel Golf joins me this week to talk about his new SMS wedge that's just been released, his career in golf, the origins of his company, and the origins of his love of golf...and also Bill Murray. You should definitely check out the SMS wedge. It's quite literally a game-changer. I also have a "McEwen Does the News" about it on my youtube channel, if you want to check that out. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave a rating and review! Follow me on...2021-04-061h 08

Golf Origin StoriesBen LyonsBen Lyons has covered the Oscars on the red carpet and back stage, he's reviewed movies for a living, he was Chief Content Officer for ThePlayersTribune.com, and he's been a contributor for ESPN LA. But most importantly, he loves golf. We talk about a lot of those things, his new website, FairwayClubGolf.com, as well as a few fun facts about his father, movie critic, Jeffrey Lyons. You should follow Ben on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/iambenlyons and on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/iambenlyons. You can fol...2021-03-301h 13

Golf Origin StoriesRyan BarathThis week the all-knowing golf equipment guru of GolfWRX.com, Ryan Barath, joins me on the show to talk beer, pizza, and a couple of his origin stories. Ryan is one of the most passionate people I have ever had on the show and that passion extends well beyond just the world of golf. You can (and absolutely should) follow Ryan on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/RDSBarath and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/RDSBarath. You can follow me on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube at @KrisMcEwen. As always, t...2021-03-231h 19

Golf Origin StoriesMatt Neeley of Tour EdgeThe show is back with an all-new guest this week, Matt Neeley, VP of Product Development for Tour Edge Golf! Considering his age, Matt has had quite the career already within the world of golf equipment. From his first job at Adams Golf to designing clubs for Nike, and now developing some of the best equipment in the game at Tour Edge. We talk about what it was like starting a new job in the midst of a pandemic, last year's release of the Hot Launch E-series clubs, and the company's newly released Exotics 721 clubs.2021-03-161h 11

Golf Origin StoriesGOS From The Archives - Cassie Bausch, Cathy Harbin, and Diane KnoxIt's my very first clip show! I thought as we kick-off Women's History Month, it would be a good opportunity to revisit some conversations I've had with a few of the women involved in golf that I've had on the show. Starting way back on May 5th of 2020 with my conversation with Marketing and Social Media Manager of Club Champion, Cassie Bausch. (Full episode here: Golf Origin Stories - Cassie Bausch (buzzsprout.com)). You can follow Cassie on Twitter and Instagram @GolfBandWagoner Next, Cathy Harbin, owner of Pine Ridge Golf Course...2021-03-0253 min

Golf Origin StoriesMichael Vrska III of Asher GolfMichael Vrska III is the second Vrska I've had on the show! Back in Season 1, I actually had his dad on the show! You can listen to that episode here. That being said, MV3 is creating his own path in the world of golf. At the age of 25, he is already the Marketing Manager for one of my favorite golf companies, Asher Golf. We talk about nicknames as a kid, the brand itself, a fun story about the release of one of their most popular releases ever, and when, how, and why he fell in l...2021-02-2353 min

Golf Origin StoriesNoelle ZavaletaMy guest this week is the Marketing and Social Media Manager for Srixon, Cleveland, XXIO, and Asics, Noelle Zavaleta! Noelle also happens to be one hell of a golfer. I know this because much of her early playing days are actually on record! We talk about her career as an amateur, going all the way back to her early-teens and into her college playing days, when she fell in love with golf, and what it's like on the marketing side to release new golf equipment to the masses. Follow Noelle on Twitter @noelleeeez...2021-02-161h 05

Golf Origin StoriesJason Hiland of Sub70 GolfMy guest this week is my good friend, Jason Hiland, founder, and owner, of Sub70 Golf. While you may already be familiar with Jason and Sub70, what you may not know is that he actually owns two other golf companies, Hurricane Golf and Diamond Tour Golf, one of which he started way back in 1995. We kick things off by discussing Sub70's upcoming Tommy Armour III iron release. How the partnership began, what it was like working with TAIII, and what it's like preparing for a new equipment release. Then we get into...2021-02-0958 min

Golf Origin StoriesLaz VersallesMy guest this week has written for both Golf.com and The Golfer's Journal, is a Twitter-thread master, and just an all-around great human being. Laz and I talk about his current water-fast, his piece in the most recent edition of The Golfer's Journal titled "Life in the Front Row", his essay about race from June of 2020, and close things out talking about sitcoms and comedy television. You should definitely take some time to read Laz's Golf.com piece here: When it comes to making golf more diverse, it's time for a new approach. And...2021-02-021h 10

Golf Origin StoriesPJ KoenigToday's guest is everyone's favorite high-kicking golfer, the one and only, PJ Koenig! PJ and I talk about his recent 15-year milestone of sobriety and how his experience with fighting alcoholism has spread into his golf life. We also talk about his jump into golf photography, the culture of golf courses, his new partnership with AboutGolf, and when and why he fell in love with the game of golf. If you aren't already, you should definitely follow PJ on Instagram @PJKoenig. As I mentioned in the show, if you want to hear me...2021-01-2658 min

Talking GolfGetaways: Your Golf Getaways PodcastEp. 164: New Producer Kris McEwen talks his own Golf Origin Stories“Talking GolfGetaways” co-hosts Mitch Laurance and Darin Bunch welcome a new member of the team — Kris McEwen — who will pull double duty in 2021 as both producer of our podcast in addition to hosting his successful “Golf Origin Stories” podcast.2021-01-211h 20

Golf Origin StoriesBrendan McAuley of Chippo GolfThis week's guest is one of the co-founders of Chippo Golf, Brendan McAuley. We cover the early days of Chippo product development, when they knew Chippo was going to be a hit, and when Brendan fell in love with golf. Be sure to follow Chippo on Instagram at @ChippoGolf and keep an eye out for some new things they have in store for 2021! You can follow me on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube @KrisMcEwen! Also, you should check out my interview on Talking Golf Getaways this week! As always, thanks for listening!2021-01-1947 min

Golf Origin StoriesRyan LendtYou may not know who exactly Ryan Lendt is unless you're a Pearl Jam loving guitar player. Ryan is an amazing music teacher and has a YouTube channel that I (and about 55,000 others) unapologetically watch nearly every day. But, as it turns out, he also happens to be an obsessive golfer. We talk about the origins of his channel, I meet a few of his beloved pet turtles, and we discuss when, how, and why he loves golf like the rest of us. You can check out Ryan on YouTube here: https://www...2021-01-121h 16

Golf Origin StoriesMatt GinellaDoes Matt Ginella really need an introduction? I mean, it's Matt Ginella. For the "season finale" of Golf Origin Stories, I have the pleasure of talking with Matt Ginella. We talk about his love of municipal golf courses, his new podcast The Fire Pit, music, what we love about the game of golf, and manifestation boards! Even his son, Bandon, makes an appearance! If you want to listen to the two episodes of The Fire Pit Matt and I discuss, you can check those out here: ‎The Fire Pit with Matt Ginella on Ap...2020-12-221h 07

Golf Origin StoriesPatrick MuddPatrick Mudd is chasing his dream of becoming a professional golfer on the PGA Tour. We talk about his early days competing at a high-level and his support system to make it possible to pursue his dream...oh, and bread baking. We talk a lot about bread baking. Because it's awesome. You've been warned! Follow Patrick on Instagram and Twitter @PatrickMudd12. You can follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube @Kris McEwen and on Facebook @KrisMcEwenGolf. As always, thanks for listening!2020-12-151h 02

Golf Origin StoriesAndy JohnsonMr. Fried Egg, himself, Andy Johnson, joins me this week on #Golf Origin Stories! We talk about the beginnings of TheFriedEgg.com, when and where his love of golf course architecture began, drones (because, why not), and when he fell in love with golf. You can follow Andy at @The_Wolk_Yoke on Twitter, as well as @The_Fried_Egg. You can find me on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube @KrisMcEwen and @KrisMcEwenGolf on Facebook. You can also check out the Golf Origin Stories Soundtrack on Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com...2020-12-091h 04

Golf Origin StoriesDan Erdman of UtherDan Erdman started his company, Uther, in 2016 with three golf towel designs, one of which I fell in love with and still hangs from my bag to this day. Four years and over 50 towel designs later, and Dan and I get together to talk about the origins of the company, where he gets his design inspirations, and Uther's newest offer, the AirX and Tour Iconic line of golf balls. You can check out everything Uther has to offer at UtherSupply.com and follow them on Twitter @UtherSupply and Instagram @UtherSupply. You can follow...2020-12-0152 min

Golf Origin StoriesMat KearneyMy two favorite worlds, music and golf, collide once again this week! Mat Kearney is a singer/songwriter out of Nashville as well as an obsessed golfer just like the rest of us. As you can expect, we talk quite a bit about both subjects, covering his music and golf origin stories, his new song, "Grand Canyon" and the fantastic, golf-themed music video that goes along with it, and a bonus origin story that I can relate to regarding the spelling of his name. Check out Mat's new song and video on YouTube...2020-11-241h 01

Golf Origin StoriesLieutenant Colonel Dan RooneyLieutenant Colonel Dan Rooney has served three tours in Iraq as an F-16 fighter pilot, founder of Folds of Honor, oh, and he's also a PGA Professional. "Noonan", as his friends call him, has recently written a new book called Fly Into the Wind and we talk about what it's all about and how it can help all of us. As always, thank you so much for listening! Please subscribe, rate, and review this little "try hard" podcast!2020-11-171h 05

Golf Unfiltered PodcastGolf Origin Stories Podcast Host Kris McEwen|278Kris McEwen is back for a follow up episode on our experience playing Skokie Country Club this past week. Kris also dives into the do's and don'ts of golf course photography, his experience in podcasting with Golf Origin Stories, and so much more.2020-11-1642 min

Golf Origin StoriesWill and James from the Not So Superintendent PodcastWill and James are a couple of Assistant Superintendents on the east coast that have decided to start a new podcast called Not So Superintendent. It's a really fun show that doesn't take itself too seriously and gives us some behind-the-scenes stories about golf course maintenance and how certain types of members can drive them crazy. Check out the podcast on Apple Podcasts here: https://apple.co/3pkTkgD or on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/3pdAFUd Also, give them a follow on social media on Twitter @Notsuperspod and Instagram @Notsuperspod. And you can...2020-11-1057 min

Golf Origin StoriesBrad and Cal StovieIt's been a while since I've had a pal or two on the show to just hang out and talk golf! This week it's Brad and Cal Stovie, two of my #GolfChat pals and #GreaverCupII playing partners. Between the common approach and appreciation of the game the three of us share along with our love of music, the three of us hit it off right away. We also talk about Maddix Stovie's fantastic Etsy site, Simply Things by Maddix. You can check out the online store here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SimplyThingsByMaddix ...2020-11-031h 06

Golf Origin StoriesAbby LiebenthalThis week's guest is Abby Liebenthal, the Senior Manager of U.S. Open Fan Engagement. It's an episode of several Origin Stories, including how she got started within the industry, how the Fore the Ladies events were born, and, of course, when she fell in love with the game of golf. You can follow Abby on Twitter @abbyliebs and on Instagram @abbyliebs. If you want more information on the Fore the Ladies events, you can follow her on Instagram @foretheladies or check out her website at www.foretheladies.net. Finally, go sign-up to...2020-10-2755 min

Golf Origin StoriesRyan Ballengee of GolfNewsNet.comRyan Ballengee is currently the owner and operator of www.thegolfnewsnet.com but he has been covering the game of golf for the better part of a decade. We talk about his long career writing about golf including how it began, some of the people he met along the way, and how he took advantage of every opportunity that came his way. And, of course, we talk about when he fell in love with the game of golf, to begin with. You can follow Ryan on Twitter and Instagram at @RyanBallengee. You should...2020-10-201h 01

Golf Origin StoriesChris Campbell of Mizuno GolfChris Campbell joins me this week to talk all about Mizuno Golf's new JPX921s, their club fitting process, and a behind the scenes look at how new products are introduced within the company itself. We also talk about Chris' background, his career, and when and how he fell in love with the game of golf. You can follow Chris on Twitter @MizunoRepChris and learn more about the JPX921 irons and the fitting process at MizunoGolf.com/us. Follow me on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube @KrisMcEwen. Thanks for listening!2020-10-131h 15

Golf Origin StoriesMatthew Laurance of ESPN RadioMy guest this week is my good friend, former actor, and ESPN Radio host, Matthew Laurance. We talk about his career as an actor, including one of my favorite movies, Eddie and the Cruisers, how he made his way onto ESPN radio, and when, how, and why he fell in love with the game of golf. You listen to Matthew on ESPN Radio Lexington and follow him on Twitter @realLauro5. And, as mentioned on the show, check out Feedspot.com's Top 25 Golf Podcasts, including my little try-hard show! Follow me on...2020-10-061h 05

Golf Origin StoriesDarin BunchI'm back from my two-week break and kicking things off with a great guest in Darin Bunch, a.k.a., @GolfGetaways! We talk about everything from @RamsHillGolf (enter the sweepstakes here!), the Talking Golf Getaways podcast, Wine Valley Golf Club, his love of hickories, and even some television, because, why not?! As always, thank you so much for listening! You can follow me on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube at @KrisMcEwen!2020-09-291h 33

Golf Origin StoriesDavid McLay KiddThis week's guest is one of the top golf course architects today, David McLay Kidd. The man behind Bandon Dunes, Mammoth Dunes, and Gamble Sands discusses the comparisons between making music and movies with that of designing and constructing golf courses. We also talk about his own golf origins growing up as the son of a greenskeeper in Scotland and his path to becoming a world-renown golf course architect. You can follow David on Twitter @DavidMcLayKidd and you can follow me @KrisMcEwen. Thanks, as always, for listening!2020-09-081h 09

Golf Origin StoriesJon Claffey of Tour Edge GolfThis week's guest is the Vice President of Marketing for Tour Edge Golf, Jon Claffey. Jon and I cover a lot; from my recent Tour Edge additions to my bag, the organic growth and success the company has seen over the past few years, his musical background, and how he became involved in the golf world. As I mentioned in the episode if you want to learn a lot more about the Tour Edge equipment, head over to DrivingRangeHeroes.com. You can follow Tour Edge on Twitter at @TourEdgeGolf and follow me on...2020-09-011h 06

Golf Origin StoriesCathy Harbin, Owner of Pine Ridge Golf CourseThis week I speak with Cathy Harbin, owner of Pine Ridge Golf Course in Paris, Texas. While we do talk about the labor of love that is owning a golf course, our conversation really revolves around all the amazing things Cathy is doing to help grow the game we love and how the help of others throughout her life influenced her drive to pay it forward. As always, you can follow me on Twitter (and Instagram) at @KrisMcEwen and thank you so much for listening!2020-08-2544 min

Golf Origin StoriesEric Hart of GolfTripX.comMy guest this week is GolfTripX.com contributor, Eric Hart, otherwise known as @TheMobileGolfer on Twitter. We talk about growing up in Senegal, how his love of travel and golf intersected, and when he fell in love with the game of golf. As always, thanks for listening and you can follow me on Twitter (and Instagram) @KrisMcEwen.2020-08-181h 01

Golf Origin StoriesDiane KnoxMy guest this week is the wonderful Diane Knox, host of the Secret Golf podcast and the brand new SG Tour Report on SportsGrid.com. We talk about all sorts of things (as we tend to do on this show) from how she became involved in the golf industry herself, when she (eventually) fell in love with golf, and some advice for those looking to become involved in the media world. Diane (Knoxy!) also hosts the Foresight Sports IQ webinars. You can join the conversation with none other than Martin Chuck this week! ...2020-08-1155 min

Golf Unfiltered PodcastHas Your View of Golf Changed in 2020? | 265Kris McEwen and Bill Bush join the show to discuss their experiences with golf media and playing the game during COVID. The three discuss whether current events in the world has helped them appreciate the game more from a "return to normalcy" perspective, and if golf has evolved in the process. The boys also discuss how the PGA TOUR has responded to the pandemic, what amateur golf has (and has not) learned from their example, and what this means for golf the remainder of the year.2020-08-1045 min

Golf Origin StoriesShon Crewe of ESPN RadioMy guest this week is Shon Crewe, co-host of the Northwest Golf Show on ESPN Radio - 710AM in Seattle. As I sometimes do with my guest, we talk about a lot. From the work she's doing with Pets for Patriots, the Seattle sports scene, a little Pearl Jam (she lives in Seattle, after all), and, of course, how, when, and why she fell in love with the game of golf. You can follow Shon on Twitter at @ShonCrewe and listen to her and co-host Jim Moore talk golf every Saturday at 9 AM PST on...2020-08-0459 min

Golf Origin StoriesRyan French, a.k.a., Monday Q InfoThis week I get to talk to someone with two Golf Origin Stories! Ryan French tells me how he accidentally discovered a very popular golf niche while covering Monday qualifiers as well as when and why he fell in love with golf. Follow Ryan on Twitter @ACaseoftheGolf1 and check out both of his podcasts, Any Given Monday (great logo) and Chasing Status. You can follow me on Twitter (and Instagram) @KrisMcEwen and watch my YouTube show with @RangeHeroes at YouTube.com/KrisMcEwen. As always, thanks for listening!2020-07-2851 min

Golf Origin StoriesJoe Colangelo, a.k.a., @JVColangeloThis week's guest is another Twitter/#GolfChat pal, Joe Colangelo. We talk golf courses, specifically a few he's played as of late, growing up in Niagra Falls, and when and why he fell in love with golf. You can follow Joe on Twitter @JVColangelo. You can also follow me on Twitter @KrisMcEwen and Instagram @KrisMcEwen. Oh, and I'm on YouTube, too! Thanks for listening!2020-07-211h 08

Golf Origin StoriesBrandon Tucker of GolfPass.comMy guest on the show this week is Brandon Tucker, Senior Managing Editor for GolfAdvisor.com. We talk about his humble beginnings as a karaoke DJ in Myrtle Beach as well as his path to becoming the Senior Managing Editor for Golf Advisor. You can follow Brandon on Twitter @BrandonTucker. You can also follow me on Twitter @KrisMcEwen (on Instagram, too, if you're into that sort of thing. You can also enter for a chance to win @JayRevell's new book, "The Nine Virtues of Golf" by finding the contest on my Twitter timeline.2020-07-141h 01

Golf Origin StoriesTony DearTony Dear is an author of several books, including The History of Golf in 50 Holes, as well as a contributor to LINKS Magazine. He and I talk about his travels around the world as a 25-year-old, his piece about Northwest golf courses in LINKS Magazine, and his life in golf and when he fell in love with the game. You can follow Tony on Twitter @TonyJDear and read his work at LINKSMagazine.com. You can follow me on Twitter and Instagram @KrisMcEwen. As always, thanks for listening!2020-07-071h 22

Golf Origin StoriesGavin Dear of Shot ScopeGavin Dear, the Chief Commercial Officer for Shot Scope, is my guest this week on Golf Origin Stories. We talk about the new Shot Scope V3 coming out on July 7th, the company origin story and how he became involved with Shot Scope, and when Gavin fell in love with the game of golf. This was a fun conversation with Gavin, little did I know I was talking to an absolute stick! The dude can play some golf! As always, if you like the show, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review, and...2020-06-301h 13

Golf Origin StoriesDan Edwards of TheHackersParadise.comThis week's guest is Dan Edwards of TheHackersParadise.com's show Range Days and podcast Off Course. We talk about both of the shows, how he got involved with THP, when he became obsessed with golf gear, and when and why he fell in love with the game of golf. For those of you on Twitter, I highly recommend giving Dan a follow at @Canadan. He's definitely as golf obsessed as the rest of us. You can follow me on Twitter at @KrisMcEwen and Instagram at @KrisMcEwen. As always, thanks for listening!2020-06-231h 05

Golf Origin StoriesMichael Vrska of Callaway GolfMichael Vrska is currently the Director of Custom Fitting and Player Development for Callaway Golf. But, Michael has a long history of equipment development for the game we love. We talk about what exactly his title involves at Callaway, the new Distance Fitting the company is offering, and, of course, when and why he fell in love with the game of golf. You can follow Michael on Twitter @VGolfman and find out more about Callaway Golf's Distance Fitting program at CallawayGolf.com. You can follow me on both Instagram and Twitter @KrisMcEwen, on...2020-06-1655 min

Golf Origin StoriesRick Oldach of Big Max USARick Oldach is currently the CEO of Big Max USA, but he's had quite the overall golf career. We talk about his company, the interesting impact the pandemic has had on the demand for their products, and when and why he fell in love with the game of golf. As always, thank you so much for listening. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Thanks!2020-06-0954 min

Golf Origin StoriesBryan Tweed, a.k.a., @BryanTweed16Bryan Tweed is a Local Golf Advisor for GolfAdvisor.com in the Chicagoland area and another one of my #GolfChat pals. He's also a prolific list-maker. Whether it be movies, golf courses, directors, or architects, Bryan has a list for any and all of it. We talk about his love and lists, how he goes about ranking movies and golf courses, and, of course, when he fell in love with the game of golf. You can follow Bryan and check out said lists, as well as his #golf course reviews, on Twitter @BryanTweed16.2020-06-0254 min

Golf Origin StoriesPete Charleston of GolflogixThis week's guest is Golflogix Co-Founder, Pete Charleston. We talk about the amazing, new yardage books Golflogix has rolled out this year, the origins of the company itself, and, of course, when and why Pete fell in love with the game of golf. You can check out the yardage books and get one for your favorite course at Golflogix.com. As always, thanks for listening! And, if you have a story you'd like to share, you can let me know on Twitter @KrisMcEwen, or at my website, www.krismcewen.com/golforiginstories.2020-05-261h 00

Golf Origin StoriesPatrick MannellyMy guest this week is nothing short of a Chicago legend. Patrick Mannelly was the long snapper for the Chicago Bears for 16 years. It's an unheard-of length of time not just for a professional football player, but even more so for a long snapper. In fact, Patrick was so good at his job, it's quite possible you have never even heard his name. More importantly, Patrick is as golf obsessed as the rest of us. To the point that he's built himself a little indoor driving range in his garage at home. We talk about h...2020-05-1948 min

Golf Origin StoriesAdam Rehberg of Bridgestone GolfAdam Rehberg is the Ball Fitting Manager for Bridgestone Golf, but that's not where we start in our conversation. Based on a Twitter meme that was going around, we had to start with his first job in high school because I had no idea such a job existed. From there we talk about his actual career, including how he eventually made his way to Bridgestone Golf, and, of course, when he fell in love with the game of golf. If you do nothing else after this episode, go watch Adam's "Golfers in a Lawn Mower...2020-05-1244 min

Golf Origin StoriesCassie Bausch of Club ChampionMy guest this week is one of my favorite people in the golf world. Cassie Bausch is the Social Media Manager (job one of many) for Club Champion, but also one of the original members of the #GolfChat group on Twitter. We talk all about Club Champion and the value they provide to golfers, her unabashed love of all things WWE, and as always, when and how she fell in love with the game of golf. You can follow her on Twitter @GolfbandWagoner and Instagram @NotThatNorris. As always, if you have a Golf...2020-05-0552 min

Golf Origin StoriesAdam Fonseca of The Golf Unfiltered PodcastAdam Fonseca, otherwise known as @GolfUnfiltered on Twitter, and I go back quite a few years. He may have actually been my first golf blog pal when I first started writing about the game. And today's episode pretty much sounds like two friends talking about the game they love and a little bit of life itself. Somehow Adam even turns the tables on me and gets me to talk about my kids a little bit. Such a veteran podcaster move! Check out Adam's long-running podcast, Golf Unfiltered, as well as his website full of his...2020-04-2841 min

Golf Origin StoriesDrew HolcombOn this week's episode, I get to share my love of music and golf with the immensely talented Drew Holcomb. Drew and I talk about the band's latest album, Dragons, the songwriting process, his musical influences, those fantastic Kitchen Covers he and his wife, Ellie, have been doing every night, and, of course, when he fell in love with golf and why he loves it so much. I cannot recommend enough that you head over to Drew's YouTube channel and check out his music video for his song Family, as well as listen to at...2020-04-2142 min

Golf Origin StoriesJay RevellJay Revell got my attention earlier this year with the essay he wrote for Golf.com about his grandfather, otherwise known as "Gramps". It's a fantastic piece of writing that really resonated with me. These days, Jay is keeping busy with his fantastic daily golf posts on Instagram, producing some terrific video content with his "Golf is Everywhere" series on YouTube, and telling stories on his website at jayrevell.com. You can follow Jay on Twitter @JayRevell and on Instagram @JayRevellWrites. If you're enjoying the podcast on Apple Podcasts, please subscribe, rate, and...2020-04-141h 06

Golf Origin StoriesChristina KimIt's my first interview with a professional golfer! Christina Kim is a member of the LPGA, has five professional wins and is a three-time Solheim Cup USA team member (with two wins) and an amazing human being. In one of my favorite interviews to date, Christina and I cover a lot. From Seinfeld to mentoring others to staying positive and doing what we can to beat this damn virus. And, of course, she tells her story of how and when she fell in love with the game of golf. And it's a great...2020-04-071h 20

Golf Origin StoriesDave Lettieri**Dave and I just wanted to let everyone listening know that we had our conversation a few weeks before things went sideways across the globe and specifically in our country. Which, looking back now, it is kind of nice listening to because we could just have a normal discussion about the game we love.** Anyways, on with the show. Dave Lettieri is another Twitter pal of mine and as we discussed him coming on the show he mentioned he used to be part of the golf industry, which really piqued my interest. Little...2020-03-3152 min

Golf Origin StoriesMike Doyle of Five Iron GolfThis week I have my first golf industry insider! Mike Doyle is the Co-Founder and Director of Golf for Five Iron Golf. If you've never heard of Five Iron Golf, it's a re-imagined, high-tech, inclusive urban golf experience for golfers and non-golfers alike. When they say "Five Iron is for everyone" they really mean it. This is a fun episode for me because I have two golf origin stories to discover. First, when and why Mike fell in love with the game, and second, how Five Iron Golf was born. From just the...2020-03-2438 min

Golf Origin StoriesTom CoyneHappy St. Patrick's Day, everyone! And how fitting to have none other than Tom Coyne, best-selling author of A Course Called Ireland, on the show. Tom and I talk about what his forthcoming book, A Course Called America, will be about, some of the golf courses we've shared over the past few years, and a whole lot about another book of his I really enjoyed, Paper Tiger. If you have a story you would like to share, you can find me on Twitter and Instagram @KrisMcEwen and online at www.krismcewen.com. And, a...2020-03-1757 min

Golf Origin StoriesDave Hill, a.k.a., @OneBeardedGolferDave Hill, otherwise known as One Bearded Golfer, is another one of my #GolfChat friends, a fellow podcaster, and owner and operator of OneBeardedGolfer.com. Dave has a fantastic sense of humor, tells a great story, and has just a tremendous voice. What I would give for that baritone. We talk about his moniker's origin story, his writing style, his own new podcast, his trip to the golf holy land that is Scotland, and, of course, when and why he fell in love with the game of golf. You can follow Dave on...2020-03-1042 min

Golf Origin StoriesMitch Laurance of the Talking Golf Getaways podcastMitch Laurance is currently a contributor to GolfTripX.com and co-host of the Talking Golf Getaways podcast. But before that, he was an actor on a pair of shows that were quite influential and memorable in my life. He also happens to be one of my favorite follows on Twitter at @MitchLaurance and just an all-around great human being. We talk about his days in Los Angeles, where he also fell in love with the game of golf, as well as when he began playing his beloved hickories. As always, if you enjoy t...2020-03-0346 min

Rattle Poetryep. 30 - Kelly Grace ThomasEpisode #30 features Kelly Grace Thomas and her new book Boat Burned. Kelly's poem "And the Woman Said" appeared in Rattle #51 and won the Neil Postman Award for Metaphor. Kelly Grace Thomas is a 2018 finalist for the Rita Dove Poetry Award. Her first full-length collection, Boat Burned, released with YesYes Books in January 2020. Kelly’s poems have appeared or are forthcoming in: Best New Poets 2019, Los Angeles Review, Redivider, Nashville Review, Muzzle, DIAGRAM, and more. Kelly currently works to bring poetry to underserved youth as the Director of Education and Pedagogy for Get Lit-Words Ignite. Kelly is a three-time poetry slam ch...2020-02-261h 13

Golf Origin StoriesMarco GlumacMarco is evidence that if you reach out to me on Twitter and want to tell you story, I will happily bring you on. Although, to be fair, Marco isn't a total stranger. We have been friends on Twitter for quite some time and I knew enough about him that I was excited when he offered to come on the podcast. A fellow Chicagoan and Blackhawks fan, Marco and I talk about the neighborhood in which he grew up and what inspired him to become a police officer. It also turns out Marco and I...2020-02-2536 min

Golf Origin StoriesBen Grehan, a.k.a., @Back9BenBen Grehan, otherwise known as @Back9Ben on Twitter, is the host of the weekly Twitter golf get-together known as #GolfChat. Among other things, we discuss what got him into reviewing golf courses for Golf Advisor, the end of an era for his beloved New England Patriots, and a little bit about Tobacco Road. He also mentions, almost in passing, one, if not the, most interesting and unique places where he used to hit golf balls to pass the time. Just an incredible story. As always, thanks again for listening and if you h...2020-02-1833 min

Golf Origin StoriesShaun Smith, a.k.a, @GorseNodShaun Smith, otherwise known as @GorseNod on Twitter, is a thoughtful, unassuming, and soft-spoken human being. He's also a musician, an artist, a photographer, and a writer. His essay on Nickerson Dunes was one of my favorite things I read in 2019. And, while he came to the game of golf "late" in life, he fell in love with it quickly. To the point, he sought out employment just to be closer to the game.2020-02-1135 min

Golf Origin StoriesJake Weaver, a.k.a., @Golfer_Jake_78I "met" Jake via Twitter a year or two ago and became friends soon thereafter through the weekly #golfchat sessions on the social media platform. We talk about one of his favorite songs, where he grew up, which is the same town I lived in for a few years, and of course, how and why he fell in love with the game of golf. Jake is definitely one of the good ones and I think many of us can relate to his golf origin story. You can follow Jake on Twitter at @Golfer_J...2020-02-0430 min

Golf Origin StoriesEd DiTusaI met Ed through my previous golf gig at Golficity.com. Even though we've only played a round and a half of golf together, time spent with Ed is always time well spent. In 2020, Ed has started a new feature for Golficity called Main Course. As a self-professed "foodie", Ed is going to spend the year highlighting different food and drinks at golf courses throughout the Midwest. We talk about his new project, last year's "Duffs to Darts" effort, and what he loves so much about the game of golf. You can follow...2020-01-2824 min

Golf Origin StoriesJosh RiveraFor my first interview of the podcast, I went to the guy who I knew would be willing to be my guinea pig, my good friend, and my cameraman, Josh. Josh and I have known one another for about five years and became weekend playing partners once we met. He's been patient enough to put up with me doing take after take in front of the camera, learning how to operate a drone on the fly (so to speak), he's become my second eyes and assistant director while doing different shoots, and is always willing to give...2020-01-2121 min

Golf Origin StoriesMy Golf Origin StoryWelcome to Golf Origin Stories! A podcast about how, when, and why people became involved and fell in love with the game of golf. In the very first episode of Golf Origin Stories, I thought it would only be fair to tell my own story about how and why I fell in love with the game of golf. My love of the game was due to a few things aligning involving my brothers, a new job, and my attempt to quit an unhealthy habit. If you have or know someone who has an...2020-01-1422 min

The Wednesday Match Play Podcast brought to you by Eden Mill St AndrewsEd DiTusa, Golficity | Episode No. 139When Ed and I connected on Twitter I knew we were going to be friends. He writes for Golficity, has a podcast called Duff to Darts, knows Kris McEwen and is a big Tiger fan. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast we talk about his content, the Golficity newsletter, his creative process, his thoughts on the new Rules of Golf and his impressive drive to work each day. This was a really fun episode and I think you will enjoy it. Let’s jump into it.2019-04-1729 min

Listen to the Best Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MilitaryEyes on Target: Inside Stories from the Brotherhood of the U.S. Navy SEALs by Scott McEwen, Richard MiniterPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/206769to listen full audiobooks. Title: Eyes on Target: Inside Stories from the Brotherhood of the U.S. Navy SEALs Author: Scott McEwen, Richard Miniter Narrator: Holter Graham Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 29 minutes Release date: February 25, 2014 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.15 of Total 33 Ratings of Narrator: 3.9 of Total 10 Genres: Military Publisher's Summary: Told through the eyes of current and former Navy SEALs, EYES ON TARGET is an inside account of some of the most harrowing missions in American history-including the mission to kill Osama bin Laden and the mission that wasn't, the deadly attack on...2014-02-256h 29

Listen to the Best Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MilitaryAmerican Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History by Scott McEwen, Chris Kyle, Jim DeFelicePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/119666to listen full audiobooks. Title: American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History Author: Scott McEwen, Chris Kyle, Jim DeFelice Narrator: John Pruden Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 19 minutes Release date: January 3, 2012 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.37 of Total 711 Ratings of Narrator: 4.38 of Total 154 Genres: Military Publisher's Summary: NOW A BLOCKBUSTER MOTION PICTURE DIRECTED BY CLINT EASTWOOD—NOMINATED FOR SIX ACADEMY AWARDS, INCLUDING BEST PICTURE From 1999 to 2009, U.S. Navy Seal Chris Kyle recorded the most career sniper kills in United States military history. His fellow American warriors, whom he...2012-01-0310h 19