Fore Golfers Network Podcast

This is a special update episode featuring a conversation with Charlevoix HS Golf Coach Doug Drenth, just home from the hospital after several weeks in ICU following the tragic accident with the golf team. The Charlevoix community, northern Michigan, and even some from across the nation have been strongly supporting the team with financial gifts and prayers. This is the first time Coach Doug has been able to share his journey and say thanks. ---------------- Subscribe to the FGN Podcast Watch FGN videos on YouTube Check out our other sports pod: Church Pew Sports TEXT or CALL (989) 272-2383 to share your thoughts, comments, suggestions, and questions    

This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio June 14th edition On Location at The Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give We're broadcasting from the 11th edition of the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give at Blythefield CC near Grand Rapids - a premier LPGA tournment drawing one of the strongest fields of the year to a venue that is the template for incredible community/corporate teamwork and a family-friendly tournament. You'll hear from Lexi Thompson and other players, key Meijer LPGA officials, Blythefield CC leadership, and families who came to explore and enjoy the event. It's one of our favorite broadcasts every year as the Meijer LPGA just keeps getting better and better! ---------------- MGL 24/7 Listener Hotline - (989) 272-2383 - we want to hear from you! Subscribe to the MGL/FGN Podcast Watch our videos on YouTube  

Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 478 - One on One with LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil Michigan Golf Live host Bill Hobson sits down with LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil to talk about LIV Golf coming to Michigan, the biggest challenges on his radar, the Saudi funding controversy, and more during a one-on-one conversation at Saint John's Resort in Plymouth, MI - home of The Cardinal, host course for the LIV Golf Tour Championship in August. ---------------- Subscribe to the FGN Podcast Watch FGN videos on YouTube Check out our other sports pod: Church Pew Sports TEXT or CALL (989) 272-2383 to share your thoughts, comments, suggestions, and questions      

This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio June 7th edition featuring Shanty Creek Resort and the 108th Michigan Open Championship Listen in to the full MGL Radio broadcast from Shanty Creek, on the eve of the playing of the 108th Michigan Open. You'll also have a chance to WIN a Stay and Play package - contest details are in the show! More info: https://www.shantycreek.com/ ---------------- MGL 24/7 Listener Hotline - (989) 272-2383 - we want to hear from you! Subscribe to the MGL/FGN Podcast Watch our videos on YouTube  

This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio May 31st edition featuring Manistee National Golf & Resort Join Bill Hobson for an exploration of one of Michigan's best resort golf destinations as we explore the home of The Retreat, The Revenge, The Short Course, and so much more. You'll also have a chance to win a 4-some and a pair of Scheyden Precision Eyewear in a pair of exclusive contests! Subscribe to the podcast and listen to win! ---------------- MGL 24/7 Listener Hotline - (989) 272-2383 - we want to hear from you! Subscribe to the MGL/FGN Podcast Watch our videos on YouTube  

This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio May 24th edition featuring The Rock at Drummond Island Resort Originally owned by Domino's Pizza and Detroit Tigers owner Tom Monahan, The Rock at Drummond Island Resort is back in full force after a massive renovation and restoration effort and investment. We're telling that story on MGL Radio and giving you a chance to win a stay and play package for 2 - so be sure to listen closely for contest details! ---------------- MGL 24/7 Listener Hotline - (989) 272-2383 - we want to hear from you! Subscribe to the MGL/FGN Podcast Watch our videos on YouTube  

This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio May 17th edition featuring Grand Traverse Resort and Spa - home of The Bear, The Wolverine, and Spruce Run courses, along with a Super Speed Sticks Pro Giveaway. Listen in as we explore the stories of one of America's most popular vacation and golf destinations, located just outside Traverse City and then book your trip by visiting https://www.grandtraverseresort.com/ ---------------- MGL 24/7 Listener Hotline - (989) 272-2383 - we want to hear from you! Subscribe to the MGL/FGN Podcast Watch our videos on YouTube  

This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio May 10th edition featuring The Cardinal at Saint John's Resort in Plymouth We're broadcasting from The Cardinal, a Raymond Hearn design located at the stunning Saint John's Resort in Plymouth - site of this August's LIV Golf Tour Championship. Hear the story of this unique "humanitarian hotel" and course, along with a special Mother's Day contest where you can win something cool for Mom! ---------------- MGL 24/7 Listener Hotline - (989) 272-2383 - we want to hear from you! Subscribe to the MGL/FGN Podcast Watch our videos on YouTube  

Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 472 - Beth Nichols On The LPGA And Mother's Day.  What's it like to be a mom trying to play golf at the highest level? Challenging, to say the least. Special guest Beth Nichols joins us for a special Mother's Day conversation focusing on the difficulties of being a competitive mom on the LPGA Tour - especially at a time when there are so many questions about the future of the Tour itself. ---------------- Subscribe to the FGN Podcast Watch FGN videos on YouTube Check out our other sports pod: Church Pew Sports TEXT or CALL (989) 272-2383 to share your thoughts, comments, suggestions, and questions      

This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio May 3rd edition featuring The Fortress GC in Frankenmuth We're in Michigan's #1 tourist destination - Frankenmuth to focus on The Fortress, the world of Zehnders, and all things Frankenmuth in our season 26 premier show. Listen closely for details on a special contest where you could win your choice of shoes from Footjoy! ---------------- MGL 24/7 Listener Hotline - (989) 272-2383 - we want to hear from you! Subscribe to the MGL/FGN Podcast Watch our videos on YouTube  

Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 470 - Caddie Tales & Life Lessons: Behind the Bag at Whistling Straits with Mark Milatz In this powerful and insightful episode, host Bill Hobson sits down with Mark Milatz, author of Caddie Tales and host of the podcast by the same name. Together, they take you inside the ropes at Whistling Straits, sharing untold stories from the caddie’s perspective — from sore feet and stolen shoes to the emotional rollercoaster of dealing with high-strung golfers. Mark opens up about the physical demands of caddie life, the importance of investing in quality gear like Hoka shoes, and the potential recovery benefits of ice baths. He and Bill also explore the mental side of golf, highlighting how the game reflects deeper truths about a person’s character, expectations, and attitude toward life. They tackle tough topics, including inappropriate behavior toward female staff, and the challenges of managing pace of play while dealing with strong personalitie

Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 469 - Dean Snell on Snell Golf, Tariffs & Tour-Tested Performance. We sit down with Dean Snell, Founder and CEO of Snell Golf - the Official Ball of MGL - to dive deep into the world of golf ball innovation, pricing strategy, and manufacturing challenges in today’s global trade climate. Dean brings decades of experience from the golf ball industry and shares his unique insights on how Snell Golf delivers premium-quality balls without the premium price tag. From bypassing expensive TV ads to skipping pro endorsement deals, Snell Golf focuses on what matters most: performance and value for everyday golfers. We discuss the impact of global tariffs, the recent closure of a major manufacturing facility, and how Dean and his team are navigating supply chain hurdles to maintain quality and inventory through Q2 2023. Dean also explains how golfers should choose balls based on their 7-iron distance—not just swing speed—and how Snell’s Tour Test Pack

Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 468 - Golf Etiquette Tips for New Golfers with Mr. Golf Etiquette Bill Hobson sits down with Jim Corbett, widely known as Mr. Golf Etiquette, to dive deep into the essential etiquette every golfer—especially new ones—needs to know. With decades of experience as a caddy and a lifelong passion for the game, Jim shares his personal journey and why golf etiquette is more than just tradition—it's about respect, pace, and preserving the enjoyment of the game for everyone. From the practice green to the clubhouse, this conversation emphasizes how small choices—like respecting music volume or minimizing practice swings—can significantly enhance the golf experience for others. They also touch on one of the biggest complaints in golf today: pace of play. Jim offers simple, practical tips for speeding up your round without compromising your game, like limiting time spent looking for lost balls and being intentional with your shots. You'll even hear a few

Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 467 - Inside Golf TV Production: Brandt Packer on The Masters & The Future of Sports Broadcasting We're joined by Brandt Packer, former Golf Channel Producer and part of the "LetsHang.live" team.  Dive into Masters Week 2025 with Brandt Packer, a former Golf Channel and CBS Sports executive producer, as he unveils an exciting new way to experience the first major of the season. In this exclusive interview, Brandt shares insights from his storied career producing televised golf and introduces "Let's Hang Live," a free, interactive second-screen platform transforming how fans engage with the Masters.   With over 80% of sports viewers using a secondary device, this innovative concept—featuring legends like Nick Faldo, Jim Nantz, and Freddie Couples—lets you ask questions, get real-time analysis, and even receive swing tips from a six-time major champion.    Brandt takes us behind the scenes of golf broadcasting, from the unique challenges of

Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 466 - Scotland, Sportswashing And The Love of Golf - Joel Beall In this in-depth interview, host Bill Hobson talks with author Joel Beall about his groundbreaking new book, Playing Dirty: Rediscovering Golf's Soul in Scotland in an Age of Sportswashing and Civil War. Beall takes us inside the battle for the soul of golf as the PGA Tour and LIV Golf wage war over the future of the sport, with billions of dollars, reputations, and the game’s traditions at stake. Beall’s journey leads him to Scotland, golf’s birthplace, where he examines whether the sport’s original values still hold strong amid the chaos of modern professional golf. He explores the impact of sportswashing—where powerful financial forces, including Saudi-backed LIV Golf, are reshaping the game—and questions whether the PGA Tour is truly the defender of golf’s legacy or just another self-serving entity. This eye-opening discussion uncovers the greed, politics, and shifting allegian

Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 465 - The Legendary ELY CALLAWAY with son Nicholas Callaway On this special edition of the podcast, we introduce a posthumous memoir by Ely Callaway (1919–2001), one of the 20th century’s most influential business figures, who launched his third career at age 63, invented the iconic Big Bertha driver, transformed the game of golf, and built a multi-billion dollar enterprise. Our special guests are Ely's son, Nicholas Callaway and former Callaway rep Brian Minbiole. GET THE BOOK: https://amzn.to/3WTnmKX ---------------- Subscribe to the FGN Podcast Watch FGN videos on YouTube Check out our other sports pod: Church Pew Sports TEXT or CALL (989) 272-2383 to share your thoughts, comments, suggestions, and questions    

Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 464 - Fixing The Pace of Play Problem - It CAN Be Done! The #1 headache for golfers and course operators is pace of play. There are turtles everywhere in golf and it drives everyone crazy. Can the problem be solved? We're visiting with Bodo Siebler, the CEO of Tagmarshal, the leading pace of play data analyst experts, to dig into the issue and explore solutions. They've done the field work with hundreds of courses around the world.  ---------------- Subscribe to the FGN Podcast Watch FGN videos on YouTube Check out our other sports pod: Church Pew Sports TEXT or CALL (989) 272-2383 to share your thoughts, comments, suggestions, and questions    

Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 463 - The Story of SHIPSTICKS Plus a $500 Giveaway! We're talking with the CEO of ShipSticks, Jonathan Marsico to learn about the history and growth this unique service and we're giving you a chance to WIN a $500 ShipSticks Gift Card! All you have to to do enter is: Listen to the podcast and when you hear the contest moment, make note of the special contest phrase Email that exact phrase to: contest@michigangolflive.com BEFORE the deadline at 10pm on Feb 27th Follow Michigan Golf Live and ShipSticks on Instagram. You must follow both accounts to be eligible for the contest We'll draw the winner's name on Feb 28th and share it on our social accounts. Good luck! ---------------- Subscribe to the FGN Podcast Watch FGN videos on YouTube Check out our other sports pod: Church Pew Sports TEXT or CALL (989) 272-2383 to share your thoughts, comments, suggestions, and questions    

Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 462 - Tackling Golf's Hot Button Issues - with Tom Gillis and Tony Paul The distance debate rages on, along with the LIV Golf ratings disaster, divided Tours, and many more hot button issues facing golf. We're gathering for a mid-winter debate with retired PGA Tour Champions player Tom Gillis and Detroit News Sportswriter, Tony Paul to discuss and fix all of golf's challenges. ---------------- Subscribe to the FGN Podcast Watch FGN videos on YouTube Check out our other sports pod: Church Pew Sports TEXT or CALL (989) 272-2383 to share your thoughts, comments, suggestions, and questions      

Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 461 - Dr. Bob Rotella - The Keys To Unlocking Your BEST Golf What an honor to sit down for a 1-on-1 conversation with the legendary Dr. Bob Rotella, the leading sports psychologist in the nation and top of the heap when it comes to the mental side of golf. No one has impacted more golfers with his gift of communicating complex concepts in a logical, understandable way - and being able to bring that teaching to the masses, whether great golfers or those seeking improvement on a small scale. Enjoy this rare opportunity to hear and learn from a living legend! ---------------- Subscribe to the FGN Podcast Watch FGN videos on YouTube Check out our other sports pod: Church Pew Sports TEXT or CALL (989) 272-2383 to share your thoughts, comments, suggestions, and questions