The Hole Story - Golf Podcast

Get ready for a no-nonsense breakdown of all things Open Championship as the BestBall Roundtable crew previews this year’s event at Royal Portrush. The guys dive into the essentials—schedule changes, picks, weather, and what makes the Open truly unique.

• Early morning “coffee golf” rituals and the special appeal of Open Championship viewing
• Talking tournament props, betting the field vs. favorites, and which dark horses might cont...

Welcome back to The Hole Story Podcast! In this episode, Robby and Jonathan dive into part two of their deep-dive on Broomsedge Golf Club in Rembert, South Carolina. This time, they’re joined by Mike Koprowski—the owner, founder, and visionary architect behind Broomsedge, who literally moved dirt himself to bring his dream course to life. Mike offers the inside story on his unconventional path from Air Force vet and policy expert t...

Welcome to The Hole Story Podcast! In today’s episode, host Robby takes us to Rembert, South Carolina, for a first look at Broomsedge Golf Club—a captivating new course designed by Mike Koprowski and Kyle Franz. Robby sits down with Trevor Murphy, the head golf professional, and Wyatt Grillo, the assistant pro, to dive into their personal journeys in the golf world and share what brought them to Broomsedge.

You’ll hear about the uni...

In their quest to improve in golf, Robby & Jonathan have turned to the experts! 

Eric Layton (PGA Director of Golf Instruction at The Country Club of Virginia) and Rob Failes (PGA Player Development Leader, Birdwood Golf) join the guys to give advice on things they can do to score better and have more fun on the golf course! 

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Robby & Jonathan talk about their Pinehurst experience and share stories from the Good Company gathering!

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Welcome back to The Hole Story Podcast! In this episode, Robby sits down with John Morton—a former PGA professional, passionate golf historian, and founder of Auld Grey Toun Golf Books & Collectibles. John shares his journey from growing up with golf in Philadelphia to working at renowned clubs like Pinehurst, Sawgrass, and Carlton Woods, eventually merging his love for golf and history into a unique business that connects Amer...

Congradulations to J.J. Spaun for winning the 2025 US Open at Oakmont!

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On this special episode of The Hole Story Podcast, Robby and Jonathan take a break from their usual guest interviews to reflect on their own journeys in golf, entrepreneurship, and friendship. The duo share the story of how they first met selling copiers, bonded over cold calls, and eventually teamed up to revive the BestBall brand. They reminisce about their earliest (and humblest) experiences on the course, the evolution of The H...

Get ready for a no-nonsense breakdown of the 2025 US Open at Oakmont with the BestBall Roundtable crew. In this episode, we dive into course predictions, player insights, and who might come out on top during golf’s toughest major.

• Why Oakmont is considered one of the hardest US Open venues and could deserve a permanent spot in the rotation
• How the rough and course setup are expected to challenge even the best golfers in the world
• ...

If you’ve ever dreamed of blending your passion for golf with your creative side, this episode is for you. We sit down with Ryan, the talented mind behind Linksman Goods, who has turned his love for the game and his artistic skills into a thriving brand. From handcrafted leather goods to stunning golf-inspired artwork, Ryan’s story is as inspiring as the pieces he creates. Tune in to hear how he built Linksman Goods from the ground...

This week, Robby and Jonathan are joined by Brett Renner from the Nebraska PGA Section for a deep dive into the surprisingly vibrant world of Nebraska golf. You might think “flat and cold” when you hear Nebraska, but Brett’s here to set the record straight—Nebraska is packed with hidden gems, offering everything from rugged sandhills retreats to challenging links-style public tracks like Landmand and Indian Creek.

Brett shares his u...

In this episode of The Hole Story Podcast, Jonathan and Robby tee off with renowned golf course architects Tim Jackson and David Kahn of Jackson Kahn Golf Course Design—a team whose work has become the stuff of every golfer’s bucket list. From creating some of the most exhilarating modern courses to redesigning beloved classics, Tim and David share the inside scoop on what it really takes to craft courses that are as fun as they ar...

Scottie Scheffler wins the 2025 PGA Championship!

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In this episode of The Hole Story Podcast, Robby sits down with Boring Brandon from Boring Ball Markers—a company that’s anything but dull, despite the name. Brandon shares the quirky origin story of Boring Ball Markers, from an impulse ad buy before the company even existed, to launching a line of unique ball markers that break the typical “boring” mold. We get an inside look at Brandon’s lifelong relationship with golf, his partn...

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Welcome to a special episode of The Hole Story Podcast! Robby and Jonathan dive into their unforgettable journey to Carne Golf Links—an off-the-beaten-path gem nestled in Belmullet, County Mayo, Ireland. It’s a course that captured their hearts, not only for its breathtaking, Wild Atlantic dunescapes and incredible links golf, but also for the warmth and hospitality that make it truly stand out.

In a special chat with Carne’s Genera...

Welcome to a very special episode of The Hole Story Podcast! In this episode, Robby and Jonathan are joined by Andrew Voss and Adam Van Zee, two golf enthusiasts from Indiana, to relive their unforgettable trip to Scotland for the Old Course Reverse Experience at St. Andrews. Together, they recount the thrill of being selected through the exclusive ballot process, teeing it up on some of the world’s most storied links, and forging ...

Robby and Jonathan are back with another episode of Course Corrections! They take us on a candid journey through their pursuit to get better at golf. Picking up from Jonathan’s initial fear of being told “you suck so bad” by a golf instructor, we follow his breakthrough after taking his first lesson—and how it fundamentally changed his approach to the game. From revisiting the basics with his gap wedge to embracing body-driven swin...

In this episode, Robby and Jonathan sit down with golf photographer Alex Napier, whose stunning visuals for iconic brands like Titleist and FootJoy have been inspiring golfers and gear lovers alike. Alex shares his unique journey from a law enforcement background in Ohio to capturing breathtaking golf courses in Japan and working with industry-leading companies.

Hear how Alex’s passion for both golf and photography developed, how a ...