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Episode 31: Ryan French, Monday Q Info
Nate Moore is joined by Ryan French, better known as Monday Q Info, who shares how a love for the game and storytelling led him to becoming one of the preeminent 'sickos' in golf media. Discover how his authentic approach and passion has de...
How Sunday Golf unleashed a canine supermodel to fetch big business success
From accidental pooch portraits to custom lefty bags, the San Diego startup’s lighthearted approach and featherweight stand bags are winning over golfers everywhere.
“It’s a dog-eat-dog world and I’m wearing Milk Bone underwear.”
Episode 30: Alissa Kacar
In this episode, host Nate Moore is joined by Alissa Kacar, who shares her inspiring journey from prep school teaching in New Jersey to becoming an influential media personality and host representing some of the biggest brands in golf. She...
Why Wyndham Clark is Player of the Year
Rory McIlroy has technicalities and Scottie Scheffler has top-10s, but Clark’s three big wins and sheer grit make him the clear choice for the PGA Tour’s top honor.
Wyndham Clark is convincing. And I don’t mean his newfound charm offensive...
Teenage wasteland: The PGA Tour’s $100M FedEx Cup still has an identity crisis
At 19, the FedEx Cup postseason has delivered iconic moments — and major duds. Between sweltering August heat and artificial safety nets, golf’s finale needs a major makeover.
The FedEx Cup Playoffs are 19 years old. They began in 2007. An...
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The First Call | Extra is your weekly recap of the golf industry ... and more
I've covered 200 majors (men's, women's, Ryder Cup, The Players, LPGA, US Am), a few hundred PGA Tour events for Morning Read, Sports Illustrated, Golf World and The Milwaukee Journal; Played 1,500 courses, 7 aces. I've been around.
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