The ModGolf Podcast - Episodes Archive

Turning a Homemade Golf Game Into a Global Business Venture - Tyler Simmons, Founder of BucketGolf

April 3rd, 2024 | Season 15 | 36 mins 49 secs

bucket golf, entrepreneurship, future of golf, golf business, golf equipment, golf genius, golf industry, golf innovation, innovation, modgolf, modgolf podcast, pga of america, sport tech, the pga show, tyler simmons, usga

"Seeing my roommate throw his clothes into his pop-up laundry hamper, I realized that I should instead make retractable pop-up buckets which cut our product cost almost in half." Tyler Simmons - CEO and Founder of BucketGolf joins host Colin Weston to share how they have created a portable, fun golf game that anyone can enjoy almost anywhere.

Creating a New Type of Golf - David Hinkle and Rio Valeriano with T36 Golf

March 17th, 2024 | Season 15 | 50 mins 43 secs

david hinkle, entrepreneurship, golf business, golf course architecture, golf course design, golf genius, golf industry, innovation, modgolf, modgolf podcast, rio valeriano, sport tech, t36 golf

"We’re flipping the script on traditional golf and redefining the sport for a new generation of golfers" T36 Golf Co-Founders David Hinkle and Rio Valeriano join host Colin Weston to share how their "Double Loop" design delivers a full 18-hole game experience with a smaller environmental footprint and shorter playtime.

Live From The 2024 PGA Show Media Stage! - Part 2

March 1st, 2024 | 34 mins 26 secs

ashworth golf, caddy time, entrepreneurship, geremy davis, golf & gospel, golf accessories, golf apparel, golf business, golf genius, golf industry, innovation, modgolf, modgolf podcast, modgolfpodcast, pga show, reed exhibitions, the pga of america

Host Colin Weston attended The 2024 PGA Show, where he broadcasted live from the Media Stage. Here are the last three of six engaging conversations with a diverse group of entrepreneurs and innovators that he met at the show.

Live From The 2024 PGA Show Media Stage! - Part 1

February 21st, 2024 | 34 mins 57 secs

david leadbetter, entrepreneurship, flash weather ai, gimmiepro, golf accessories, golf apparel, golf business, golf genius, golf industry, golf pitch challenge, innovation, kevin harrington, modgolf, modgolf podcast, modgolfpodcast, pga show, reed exhibitions, shark tank, the pga of america

Host Colin Weston attended The 2024 PGA Show, where he broadcasted live from the Media Stage. Here are the first three of six engaging conversations with a diverse group of entrepreneurs and innovators that he met at the show.

SEASON 14 WRAP-UP / SEASON 15 PREVIEW

January 13th, 2024 | Season 14 | 24 mins 5 secs

adam beach, adventure golf & sports, afriyea golf academy, amy bockerstette, bob parsons, brad schweigert, christina kim, claude brousseau, clubface golf, danielle tucker, entrepreneurship, gary guerrero jr, golf business, golf genius, golf industry, i got this foundation, innovation, inrange golf, isaiah mwesige, kevin corn, lagshot golf, lpga tour, modgolf, modgolf podcast, mygolfspy, paul mceldon, preston phillips, pxg, scott lundmark, scratch golf academy, sport tech

If you didn’t get the chance to listen to all of our twelve Season 14 episodes, this bonus show gives you a recap of the great conversations I had with some of the golf industry's top influencers, innovators and entrepreneurs. Hopefully this will inspire you to listen to a couple of the episodes listed below. Enjoy!

Applying a Tech Startup Mindset To Innovate Golf Club Design - Brad Schweigert, PXG Chief Product Officer

December 29th, 2023 | Season 14 | 37 mins 32 secs

bob parsons, brad schweigert, entrepreneurship, golf, golf clubs, golf equipment, golf genius, innovation, modgolf, modgolf podcast, modgolfpodcast, pxg

I met with Bob Parsons and immediately knew what I was going to do. I would regret saying no, knowing that I passed up on a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It was a huge decision and lots of people thought that I was crazy to leave Ping but I felt that I had to give it a go. - Brad Schweigert, Chief Product Officer at PXG joins Colin for a masterclass in product innovation and entrepreneurship.

Working Through Trauma to Emerge More Resilient, Grateful and Happy - Christina Kim, LPGA Tour Pro

December 14th, 2023 | Season 14 | 44 mins 49 secs

christina kim, entrepreneurship, golf, golf genius, innovation, inrange golf, lpga, mental health awareness, modgolf, modgolf podcast, modgolfpodcast, social impact, suicide prevention

On the LPGA Tour Christina Kim is known for her bubbly, fun, positive personality. After more than a decade of professional golf that veneer cracked, leaving Christina exhausted, empty and depressed. On this compelling episode Christina and host Colin Weston share stories of trauma, rejuvenation and a newfound joy for both life and golf.

What Is Your Superpower? - Amy Bockerstette, I GOT THIS Foundation Ambassador and Down syndrome Golfer Advocate

November 29th, 2023 | Season 14 | 33 mins 1 sec

accessible golf, amy bockerstette, british columbia golf, down syndrome, entrepreneurship, golf charity, golf genius, i got this, innovation, modgolf, modgolf podcast, modgolfpodcast, neurodiversity, social impact

"I have Down syndrome and I am rocking my extra chromosome!" - Amy Bockerstette and her dad Joe join host Colin Weston for a heartfelt, fun and inspirational conversation about how golf has positively impacted their family and the community they have helped create.

Boldly Creating "The Consumer Reports For The Golf Industry" - MyGolfSpy Founder Adam Beach

November 14th, 2023 | Season 14 | 39 mins 4 secs

adam beach, entrepreneurship, golf business, golf club reviews, golf equipment reviews, golf genius, golf industry, innovation, inrange golf, modgolf, modgolf podcast, modgolfpodcast, mygolfspy

"The golf consumer saw that someone was fighting for them, which is exactly why MyGolfSpy became successful. We put the consumer first and the companies last. I don't care about the corporations, I care about the golfer and how they spend their hard-earned money. MyGolfSpy Founder Adam Beach joins us to share his motivation for creating "The World's Most Extensive Golf Equipment Reviews".

"It's All About The Putt!" - Scott Lundmark, President of Adventure Golf & Sports

October 30th, 2023 | Season 14 | 38 mins 55 secs

adventure golf & sports, arne lindmark, entrepreneurship, golf business, golf entertainment, golf entrepreneur, golf industry, innovation, mini golf, mini putt, modgolf, modgolf podcast, modgolfpodcast, putt putt, scott lindmark

Whether you call it Miniature Golf, Minigolf, Putt-Putt or Crazy Golf, chances are you've played at least once in your life. Scott Lundmark, President of Adventure Golf & Sports joins us to share stories from their company's 30+ year history of designing, building and operating fun putting courses that are enjoyed by millions of people.

Embracing a "Give First" Mindset to Successfully Start and Scale Business Ventures - Gary Guerrero Jr., Founder and CEO of Lag Shot Golf and Scratch Golf Academy

October 16th, 2023 | Season 14 | 44 mins 55 secs

adam bazalgette, click funnels, entrepreneurship, gary guerrero jr, golf business, golf entrepreneur, golf industry, innovation, lag shot golf, lagshot, modgolf, modgolf podcast, modgolfpodcast, scratch golf academy

Gary Guerrero Jr. has built several successful golf businesses on the foundation of his marketing acumen. His simple and effective formula? Put all your energy into a product until it scales beyond your imagination. Then leverage those learnings and that audience to create the next venture. Host Colin Weston sits down with the Founder of Lag Shot Golf and Scratch Golf Academy to learn about his personal journey and "Give First" entrepreneurial mindset.

Celebrating Over 25 Years in Golf Radio - Danielle Tucker, Creator and Host of The Golf Club Radio Show

October 2nd, 2023 | Season 14 | 41 mins 35 secs

danielle tucker, entrepreneurship, golf business, golf industry, golf radio, hawaii, innovation, modgolf, modgolf podcast, modgolfpodcast, volunteerism, women in golf

Danielle Tucker was a golf podcaster before podcasting was even a thing. For over a quarter century every Saturday from her studio in Honolulu, Danielle's radio show has showcased golf industry innovators in her island back yard and from around the world. Host Colin Weston speaks with one of the golf media's original storytellers who is still going strong.

The Healing Power of Golf For Kids - Kevin Corn, PGA Golf Professional

September 14th, 2023 | Season 14 | 27 mins 18 secs

entrepreneurship, golf business, golf for kids, golf industry, golf instruction, innovation, kevin corn, modgolf, modgolf podcast, modgolfpodcast, paediatric hospital, ranken jordan, volunteerism

"All the children at Ranken Jordan are medically complex. We have kids in hospital beds and wheelchairs and walkers. They are on ventilators, they've got feeding tubes and regardless of what they're facing they hit golf balls. It's a very powerful afternoon and no better way to spend a day than helping them get better through golf."
PGA Teaching Pro Kevin Corn joins us to share the impactful program he spearheads at The Ranken Jordan Pediatric Hospital in St. Louis.

The Rise of Golf in Uganda - Isaiah Mwesige, CEO of AFRIYEA Golf Academy

August 31st, 2023 | Season 14 | 29 mins 6 secs

afriyea golf academy, east africa golf, entrepreneurship, future of golf, golf business, golf industry, golf instruction, innovation, isaiah mwesige, modgolf, modgolf podcast, modgolfpodcast, uganda golf

"There are few young people who are playing the game, however The AFRIYEA Golf Academy has been able to change the status quo and create a difference. We believe in taking the game to where people are rather than bringing people to where golf is." Isaiah Mwesige joins us to share the growth of golf in Uganda.

You Are The CEO of Your Life - Claude Brousseau, Director of Player Development at Wailea Golf Academy

August 11th, 2023 | Season 14 | 44 mins 31 secs

claude brousseau, entrepreneurship, future of golf, golf business, golf industry, golf instruction, innovation, modgolf, modgolf podcast, modgolfpodcast, wailea golf academy

"I grew up in a small little town, 500 people in the middle of nowhere. What matters the most is not where you start, it's where you go and how much you enjoy the process of realizing wow, life is good." Claude Brousseau, Director of Player Development at The Wailea Golf Academy joins host Colin Weston for an inspirational 40 minutes of conversation.

Creating an Engaging Space For Like-minded Golfers - Paul McEldon, CEO at ClubFace-Golf

August 4th, 2023 | Season 14 | 39 mins 45 secs

clubface golf, entrepreneurship, fan experience, future of golf, golf business, golf industry, golf social platform, innovation, modgolf, modgolf podcast, modgolfpodcast, online golf community, paul mceldon

"What dawned on me was that if this whole golf community of diverse yet like-minded people could come in a place that was safe and relevant, would there be space for them?" So that's when we created the first version of ClubFace-Golf. Paul McEldon - CEO ClubFace-Book joins host Colin Weston to share how his team has created the "Facebook for golfers".