Tales from the first tee
Stories about my life experiences and others as I work at one of the premier golf clubs in Charleston, SC. Interviews with golfers around the world that have one thing in common...the pursuit of excellence on a golf course and everything else that happens along the way.
Podcasting since 2025 • 38 episodes
Tales from the first tee
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E-bikes, Epstein, and Eagles: A Golfer's Take on Sports and Society
Golf provides extraordinary moments of courage and unexpected triumph, as demonstrated in three exciting tournaments from this past weekend.• Grace Kim's incredible "never give up" mindset led to an eagle-birdie-eagle finish to win her ...
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Is "People" the Most Exhausting Sentence in the English Language?
We explore the fascinating and frustrating ways people just can't help being people, from politicians who succumb to corruption to everyday encounters with the oblivious and selfish.• The word "people" sometimes functions as a complete ...
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39:55
The Augusta Rejection (From the archives 2022)
Rich shares his disastrous attempt to land a job working the Masters Tournament at Augusta National, complete with a terrifying security guard encounter and a hilariously botched interview.• Never been to the Masters despite applying fo...
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Strippers, Skins, and Scorecards: The Wild Side of Golf Gambling
Golf betting isn't about the money—it's about winning, pride, and having someone else open their wallet at the clubhouse after your round. Rich Easton shares hilarious and memorable stories from his experiences with various betting games on the...
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Redemption in the Lowcountry: The Mental Game of a Champion
Jordan Spieth claims his second consecutive Easter Sunday victory at the RBC Heritage tournament, demonstrating remarkable resilience after missing the Masters cut two weeks prior. The win at Harbour Town showcases Spieth's ability to overcome ...
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