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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 457 - Beverage Cart Operator Horror Stories - UPDATE
This is a follow up to our August 2023 investigative report focusing on the stunningly bad (often illegal) behavior of golfers, directed toward female beverage cart operators at public facilities. The stories you are about to hear are real. The beverage cart operator names have been changed to protect their anonymity.
Fellas, change is needed. You can do better.
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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 456 - The PGA Tour's Dream Killing Plans w/ Ryan from Monday Q Info
There are a LOT of changes coming to the policies, rules, and qualifying opportunities for the PGA Tour and the shrinkage of spots for Monday Qualifiers is extremely troubling. We're joined by Ryan French from Monday Q Info to examine the Tour's dream killing plans, new pace of play rules, and the frustration with established players for closing the door behind them.
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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 455 - Cheating In Golf Scrambles - Our Follow Up Report
Our initial conversation, posted in early Sept, generated 73k+ views and hundreds of comments from golfers across the nation who are livid at the amount of cheating taking place in golf scrambles.
In this special report conversation, we bring YOUR comments to the conversation and explore potential solutions, including live scoring, using streaming cameras, and a blind draw to select the winning team.
We also discuss the motivations behind cheating, the visibility of cheating due to social media, and the need for peer pressure to encourage fair play.
Our special guest once again is Sean Fairholm from My Golf Spy.
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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 454 - The Launch of GNN TV And What It Means For You
We're joined by Golf News Net Founder Ryan Ballengee to break the news about the launch of "GNN TV" a 24-hour FAST channel dedicated to all things golf!
GNN TV represents the evolution of broadcasting and the growth of platforms like podcasts and YouTube. The channel, which is ad-supported and free, aims to provide a unique golf-focused experience to viewers - including our program, Michigan Golf Live TV, being part of the lineup.
We dive into the evolution of the concept and where YOU can find GNN TV this fall, so get ready for a very fun, free, new streaming channel dedicated to everything golf!
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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 453 - Is There A Future For Top Golf?
Following up on a viral post (nearly 2 million views and near as many insults) talking about the perilous times for Top Golf, Bill Hobson is following up on the recent news that Callaway is looking to move Top Golf off its books - and stop the cash flow bleeding. Joined by Ryan Ballengee from Golf News Net, we look at the problems and potential solutions for Top Golf.
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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 452 - Has Cheating Ruined The Golf Scramble Forever?
We're joined by Sean Fairholm, Senior Editor at My Golf Spy, for a conversation about the rampant cheating taking place at golf scrambles across the nation. Is it bad enough to ruin the experience to the point that the scramble is in danger of disappearing? Is there a remedy that can preserve the fun format (and vital fundraising component)?
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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 451 - Tom Gillis Talks Retirement, The Journey, and Gratitude
Tom Gillis announced the end of his competitive golf career at the Ally Challenge at Warwick Hills last weekend, 31 years after his first appearance at the Buick Open in 1993. Bill Hobson and Tom reminisce about his long career, his final round, and this new chapter in his life.
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This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio August 17th edition featuring Traverse City Tourism - a celebration of golf, life, food, and fun in one of America's most popular vacation destinations.
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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 449 - High Pointe Golf Club - The Inside Story of Doak's Passion Project
On this edition of the podcast, we take you inside the gates of the much-discussed High Pointe Golf Club near Traverse City. This Tom Doak passion project and
High Pointe Golf Club is the rebirth of legendary golf architect Tom Doak’s first design as a private national golf club in the Summer paradise of Northern Michigan.
While we take our inspiration from some of golf's greatest clubs, we have a simple goal - High Pointe will be the high point of golf.
Guests include Creative Director Trey Wren and Owner Rod Trump.
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This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio Aug 10th edition featuring Wild Bluff Golf Course in Brimley, part of the Bay Mills community and one of the state's bes golf experiences. Listen in for your chance to win FREE GOLF to this special place north of the Mackinac Bridge!
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This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio August 3rd edition featuring Brighton-Howell Golf, Life & Fun
Join Host Bill Hobson on exploration of the Brighton-Howell region and the tremendous golf, activities, food and fun the area has to offer...PLUS you'll have a chance to win your choice of shoes from Footjoy, so listen closesly for details.
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This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio July 27th edition featuring Michigan's ONLY PGA Tour Superstore! We're broadcasting from the Grand Opening celebration of the 42,000 square foot slice of golf heaven known as the PGA Tour Superstore.
You'll hear the story of the new Michigan presence, plans for expansion, and meet many of the key team members who are now immersed in the community to serve golfers of all skills levels, ages, and passion.
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This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio July 20th edition featuring Shanty Creek Resort.
We're exploring all facets of golf and fun at Shanty Creek Resort in Bellaire, MI - home of The Legend, Cedar River, Hawk's Eye, and 90 holes of golf.
You'll also have a chance to win FREE GOLF so listen closely for entry details!
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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 444 - All Your Simulator Questions Answered
For everyone who has been dreaming of your own golf simulator, we're running through a list of the biggest questions you're likely wrestling with. Everything from basic costs, to levels of customization, launch monitors, screens, etc.
We're joined by Justin Carlson from The Indoor Golf Shop the industry leader in all things golf sim.
NOTE: Indoor Golf Shop is extending a SPECIAL OFFER for a limited time. Use PROMO CODE: MGL5OFF and save 5% on all SIG branded purchases.
Have more sim questions? Be sure to WATCH the "making of" video, telling the story of the MGL Sim Studio and reach out to us with your comments and questions!
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This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio July 13 edition featuring Timber Trace GC: An Awesome Renewal Story
LIsten in as we celebrate the restoration of Timber Trace GC and give you a chance to win free golf to this special place located in Pinckney, near Ann Arbor and Brighton!
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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 442 - USGA Adaptive Open - A Pair of Powerful Stories
One of the most inspirational golf tournaments in the nation took place in early July when the USGA held the US Adaptive Open in Kansas. Among the field of competitors was Jimmy Moceri and Kelsy Koch, both from Michigan.
Today, we are honored to share their stories of life's challenges and the thrill of being able to compete for a national title. Please listen in and share the link with others you know could use some inspiration!
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This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio July 6th edition featuring Grayling, MI - an exploration of golf, life, food and fun in this wonderful northern Michigan golf and vacation destination. You'll hear from 16 different guests in this fast-moving series of conversations, all of them inviting you to spend some time in Grayling!
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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 440 - When The Sirens Sounded In Grayling Michigan
This special edition of the podcast was inspired by the tragic day in April 2013 when the Grayling (Michigan) High School Golf team was en route to a match in Traverse City...but never made it to the tournament.
The story that unfolded in the aftermath of a tragic day continues to be told in this close knit northern Michigan community. It's a story of mourning, inspiration, community, generosity, and healing.
Prepare to be inspired, touched, and deeply moved as we tell the story of the day the Sirens Sounded in Grayling.
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This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio June 29th edition featuring MGL Radio - Dow Championship & Rocket Mortgage Classic
It's been a busy week of travel as we bounce back and forth between the pair of Pro Tour events in Pure Michigan - the MGL Radio - Dow Championship in Midland & Rocket Mortgage Classic in Detroit.
On this week's show, you'll hear guests from both tournaments as we give you a flavor of the final week of Championship Month in Michigan.
Be sure to check out our bonus podcasts featuring more interviews from each tournament as we tell the stories of what makes these such great events!
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Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 438 - LPGA Dow Championship - Our Favorite Interviews
The Dow Championship is the LPGA's team event at the Midland Country Club - an incredible venue for fan viewing and fun. The tournament also brings together an incredible field of the best in the world.
We sat down with a variety of players, Dow leadership, and broadcasters to help tell the story of this great event. Enjoy!
3:31 - Suzann Pettersen - Solheim Cup Captain
19:32 - Cheyenne Knight - Dow Championship Defending Champ
25:32 - Grant Boone - Golf Channel
39:15 - Brittany Lang and Lincicome
49:35 - Jim Fitterling - Dow CEO
1:00:05 - Jim Deiters - Midland CC Head Professional
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