The Basic Bogeys Podcast

TJ welcomes guest co-host John Kelly, (The Bumbling Golfer), to sit in with the Par Bar Protein founders, George and Jake. The duo shares their journey from lifelong friends and athletes to launching a healthy protein bar designed for golfers and fitness enthusiasts. Tired of seeing only hot dogs, candy, and energy drinks at the turn, they set out to create a cleaner option — gluten-free, non-GMO, no preservatives, no seed oils, an...

TJ is joined once again by Nate, the 22-year-old founder of Acorn Hills, for his third appearance on the show. Nate shares exciting updates about the growth of his eco-friendly golf apparel brand, including the official launch of the Founder's Club—a quarterly subscription box delivering exclusive apparel and accessories valued at over $100 for just $60. Designed and curated by Nate himself, the Founder's Club blends qual...

TJ and Gary are joined by Ryan Rawlinson, the creator behind RRaw Golf, streaming all the way from England. Ryan shares his whirlwind journey into golf, starting just ten months ago after a career in bodybuilding and a background in the military. With a mix of ADHD-driven energy and pure passion, he built his own golf simulator in just four weekends and now streams what he calls “live golf, but shit”—a blend of sim golf, music, and...

The Basic Bogeys crew breaks down the drama leading into the 2025 Tour Championship, where the top 30 golfers will battle it out with no stroke advantages—making this year’s finale wide open. The guys highlight Rickie Fowler’s gritty run from nearly losing his card last year to finishing 32nd, just missing the cut, and discuss the ugly side of fan criticism that players like Rickie and Max Homa face.

They also dive into Akshay Bhati...

This week, TJ and Gary sit down with Keaton, co-founder of the fast-growing  beverage brand Course Record. Keaton shares the brand’s origin story—launched just nine months ago with his business partner Luke—its mission to provide a tea-based, functional hydration drink for golfers and active people, and the role influencer marketing has played in its early success. They dive into product development, from surveying over 500 athlete...

In today's episode, TJ and Gary welcome back Owen, fresh off his trip to Ireland for The Open at Royal Portrush. Owen shares insider stories from the course, including his favorite holes and some standout moments he witnessed from the pros during tournament week. The crew also dives into what it was like when Owen lived in Ireland and how golf culture there compares to the U.S.—from course conditions to overall vibe. They wrap...

We are joined in this special episode by adaptive golf standout Ricky Reilly, and a first-time guest and fellow U.S. Adaptive Open competitor Jason Hasty. Jason shares his incredible journey—from growing up with a limb difference, discovering golf during the pandemic, to qualifying for and competing in elite adaptive tournaments across the country. His story is raw, motivating, and a testament to resilience.

We dive into Jason’s ori...

In today's episode TJ and Gary welcome Kelvin, co-founder of Tally Tumbler, a uniquely designed drink tumbler that lets you keep score while you play — whether you're on the golf course or in the backyard.

Kelvin shares the origin story of Tally Tumbler, which started with a simple idea during his time running bocce ball leagues in Virginia Beach. Realizing how often people lose track of the score — and always having a tum...

We break down the field, the course, and make our selections for the 2025 British Open at Royal Portrush. We also bring on special guest Bud Copeland to get his insights on the exciting week ahead! Not only is Bud a special guest but we have extra insights from Nish from  ⁨@Top100In10⁩ about links courses and specifically Royal Portrush. As well as Owen Hoyne, who is boots on the ground in Northern Ireland at the event having atte...

The Bumbling Golfer is back, and this time he’s not just bringing good vibes—he’s bringing an unreal golf adventure: playing 1 round of golf in 3 countries across North America in 1 day.

John walks us through how this wild idea was sparked by his motorcycle-riding buddy Troy, a man who thrives on big challenges. Initially planning a multi-state New England trip, John was encouraged by Troy—and challenged by his wife—to think bigger,...

TJ and Gary are joined by Marty, founder of Trouble Off the Tee, a golf lifestyle brand with a rebellious twist. Marty shares his unconventional journey—from criminal defense attorney to author of a gritty golf novel, and now apparel entrepreneur. It all started with a transformative trip to Pebble Beach and a fictional character named Lincoln Ross: an elite golfer who can’t stay out of his own way.

Marty details how the book, narra...

In this episode of Basic Bogeys, TJ is ready for an early-morning chat with Kristian, co-founder of Green Up Golf, all the way from Denmark. The conversation kicks off with a shared appreciation for coffee—which fittingly ties into Green Up’s mission: creating sustainable golf products using recycled coffee grounds and biomaterials. Kristian shares the origin story of their innovative eco-friendly tees, developed to address concern...

In this episode of Basic Bogeys, TJ and Gary sit down with the energetic duo behind Birdies in the Outfield—the B.I.T.O. Boys—for a lively and hilarious conversation. The episode dives into the lifelong friendship between the two, who met playing travel baseball at age nine and eventually played together under legendary coach Tony Gwynn at San Diego State. They share stories of their baseball careers, including playing with Stephen...

In this episode of Basic Bogeys, TJ and Gary welcome back Bud Copeland to break down the biggest week in golf: the U.S. Open at historic Oakmont. The crew dives into why Oakmont is the ultimate test in championship golf—from brutal rough and lightning-fast greens to the deep history of the course itself. Bud shares his experience from Pinehurst last year, and the team compares what makes Oakmont a beast of its own. They talk about ...

In this episode of Basic Bogeys, TJ holds it down while Gary is off on dad duty, and welcomes a special guest — Cam Widner, the creative mind behind the hilarious and relatable “Just Go For It Golf” Instagram page.

Cam shares his journey from casual golfer to social media sensation, reflecting on his explosive growth online (from a few thousand to over 27K followers) and the power of making content that resonates with the everyday g...

TJ and Gary welcome back fan-favorite guest Ricky for a jam-packed episode recapping his spring journey through three major adaptive golf events. With passion, humility, and plenty of laughs, Ricky shares the ups and downs—from early season struggles in Florida to a clutch performance at the U.S. Adaptive Open qualifier in Indianapolis.

The episode kicks off with a celebration of Basic Bogeys' one-year anniversary before diving...

Founder, Donnie Dotson, joins us to give us the in depth details of what his company truly does. Donnie draws on 20 years of experience in national security, finance, and sports data to lead our dedicated team, united in helping others achieve their goals. Since 2022, Carry golf has facilitated nearly $1M in career funding for up-and-coming golfers. It's thrilling to see deserving athletes turn their dreams into reality. Carry...

With PGA Championship week underway, we dive into it all with everything from our picks to the excitement surrounding the return of PGA professionals competing in the event. We make our picks for Top 20 and to win as well as a handful of other fun bets for the week.

We also reflect on Michael Block’s Cinderella story from last year and whether he can make the cut again. While we admire how he capitalized on his fame—appearing in ads...

Anthony and Joe from Golf 215 join TJ to talk golf, a bit about their podcast and some Philly sports in Gary's absence.

Golf215 was created in an effort to find like minded golf enthusiasts in the Philadelphia and the surrounding area to build a community of golfers to talk golf, play golf and to exchange tips and ideas. Golf215 hosts a podcast that covers various golf and golf adjacent topics for golfers of all skill levels. W...