The Approach Shot

The Approach Shot is our golf “flavored” podcast. We call it golf flavored because we talk with our guests about the careers (on and off the field), their lives, their passions and (what sets us apart) their personal golf game. Our guests are athletes, actors, authors, announcers and more. We love to laugh and tell stories. Listen. Enjoy.

Episodes

Fins Up with OJ McDuffie- Dan Marino's favorite receiver

September 24, 2023 • 48 mins

Imagine you're a young athlete with a dream. You choose Penn State over Ohio State, influenced by a pivotal relationship with Joe Paterno. You're also drafted by the California Angels, but your heart is in football.

That's exactly what happened to this week's guest, O.J. McDuffie, and we delve deep into the waters of his unique journey to the NFL. We'll also be chatting about his peculiar fear of ...

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Swinging Between Baseball and Golf: Exploring Jeff Montgomery's Legendary Career

September 17, 2023 • 49 mins

Strap in, ladies and gentlemen, as we venture into the exhilarating world of baseball and golf with the legendary Jeff Montgomery. Steeped in the lore of Major League Baseball, Montgomery spills the beans on his illustrious career, challenges he faced, and his unique pitching style. From tales of his golfer mom that shaped his youth to his impressive record of 304 saves, this conversation is more than just a sports discussion ...

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Tales of the Gridiron: Leroy Irvin’s NFL Journey

September 11, 2023 • 53 mins

Prepare to take a trip down memory lane with us, as we recollect our vibrant childhood memories, from the excitement of moving houses to the simple fun of school bus rides. We'll make you chuckle with our humorous comparison between the contrasting tasks of helping friends and family move. And yes, let's wrap that reminiscence with a brain-teaser, have a shot at guessing our special guest - hint, they've got their na...

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Our Triumphant Return With Guest Randy Cross

September 10, 2023 • 55 mins

The Approach Shot Podcast makes a triumphant return. After a hiatus that lasted longer than we would have liked John Ashton and Neal Michaels are back with their off beat humor and skewed view of the world. Once again the guys offer a visit with a sports Celebrity. We talk about his career, his golf game and of course, the Hot seat segment with 6 off the wall questions where we get 6 off the cuff answers. This week we visit with a ...

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I Guess This Is Goodbye

July 10, 2022 • 48 mins

It’s the final episode of The Approach Shot Podcast! And we go out with one of our all-time favorite interviews. It’s Michael Ortman, Author of the Best-Selling book, 50 For 50. Once you listen this will be one of your favorite episodes too. Before we say “goodbye” to our loyal audience for the last time, let us also say “Thank you”. Thank you for listening, for following. For your support and kind words over the past two years. Fe...

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Back In The Slyke Zone

July 3, 2022 • 47 mins

We revisit our conversations with Andy VanSlyke. He was an outstanding outfielder with the Pittsburgh Pirates. He is also one fot he funniest men you have ever heard. Great baseball stories from one of the greats, Andy VanSlyke once again this week on The Approach Shot Podcast.

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Levon Kirkland Invented The Modern Line Backer Position, Right?

June 26, 2022 • 49 mins

Levon Kirkland was a linebacker for the Pittsburgh Stealers. He was smaller than many others who played the position. He was faster than many too. In fact, it has been said that Levon Kirkland created what has become the modern Line Backer position. And after seeing what Levon did to Emmet Smith in the Super Bowl XXX you probably don’t want to argue the point. Levon Kirkland talks college football, the NFL, and golf on this week’s ...

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Jerry Reuss Revisited

June 19, 2022 • 50 mins

Jerry Reuss (born June 19, 1949)—pronounced "royce"—is a former left-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball, best known for his years with the Los Angeles Dodgers.Reuss played for eight teams in his major league career; along with the Dodgers (1979–87), he played for the St. Louis Cardinals (1969–71), Houston Astros (1972–73), and Pittsburgh Pirates (1974–78). At the end of his career (1987–90), he played for the Cincinn...

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Four Decades of Baseball Stories From Jerry Reuss

June 12, 2022 • 51 mins

Jerry Reuss (born June 19, 1949)—pronounced "Royce"—is a former left-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball, best known for his years with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Reuss played for eight teams in his major league career; along with the Dodgers (1979–87), he played for the St. Louis Cardinals (1969–71), Houston Astros (1972–73), and Pittsburgh Pirates (1974–78). At the end of his career (1987–90), he played for the Cincin...

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50 For 50 With Michael Ortman

June 5, 2022 • 49 mins

This week on The Approach Shot Podcast we are pleased to have author Michael Ortman is our guest. Michael has written a great book called “Opening Day 50-for50”. It’s a collection of stories of how one man attended 50 Opening Day baseball games in 50 years. Inside the book and on the podcast today you will hear some great stories of teams and players whose names you may have forgotten but the memories will come flooding back with ...

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One of Basketball's Elite coaches, Lon Kruger talks coaching, Coaches vs. Cancer and golf

May 29, 2022 • 49 mins

This week on the Approach Shot Podcast we have Coach Lon Kruger on to talk about College Basketball, Coaches Against Cancer, and how easy it is to get 4 or 5 career aces on the golf course. You probably have never heard a more humble Hall of Famer talk. He learned early from his dad that there is no “I” only “we”. You will get a whole new appreciation of the upper echelon of College Coaches after hearing 45 minutes of interview wit...

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Brian Hammons And The Country Club National Championship

May 23, 2022 • 49 mins

Brian Hammons spent over 29 years at the Golf Channel doing play by play and studio anchoring for live golf tournament coverage. Each time he was at a Solheim Cup, A President’s Cup, or a Ryder Cup he always thought it would be a lot of fun for regular golfers to have that style of competition. So he created it: The Country Club National Championship. This year it will be held in Myrtle Beach this October. Brian explains the concep...

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The Approach Shot Becomes "The Slyke Zone"

May 15, 2022 • 48 mins

Andy Van Slyke is a former member of both the St. Louis Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Pirates where he won 5 gold gloves and made 3 All Star teams. He has some great stories about baseball, his golf game, and sports in general. His stories are indeed great, but even better one-liners. For instance, Andy told us: “they asked me to play 3rd base like Brooks and I did…like Mel Brooks”. This is another fun, funny, and entertaining look ...

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The "Beezer" John Vanbiesbrouck skates his way onto The Approach Shot

May 8, 2022 • 48 mins

This week on The Approach Shot Podcast our guest is former NHL Goalie, John Vanbiesbrouck. Vanbiesbrouck was a hybrid goaltender who combined the butterfly style and the more traditional stand-up style. He was strong at playing his angles and challenged shooters well. Small for a goaltender, standing only 5' 8", he relied on his quickness to regain his feet after making saves or to make additional saves in goalmouth scram...

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RICHARD KARN talks "Home Improvement", "Family Feud" and GOLF

May 1, 2022 • 48 mins

From Al Borland on "Home Improvement" to hosting "Family Feud" to teaming up with Tim Allen again on the History Channel's "Assembly Required", Richard Karn has had a storied career. He also plays a mean game of golf. Join us for an hour of stories of acting, Broadway, Hollywood and golf courses all over the world. Richard Karn this week on The Approach Shot Podcast.

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Jim Leyritz Talks Baseball, Golf, and More

April 24, 2022 • 49 mins

It’s baseball season and this week on The Approach Shot Podcast we talk to a baseball great, Jim Leyritz. Jim played for the Padres, the Res Sox and made his reputation with some team from NY. Yes, even though Jim made his reputation as a Bronx Bomber he still is considered one of the best guests we’ve had. Even John Ashton, the die-hard Red Sox fan enjoyed the conversation, as we know you will too. And yes, Jim is a great golfer, ...

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Pro Athlete, Actor, Now Golfer, Ed Marinaro

April 10, 2022 • 47 mins

What can you say about Ed Marinaro? He finished 2nd in the Heisman trophy voting in 1971. He was drafted and played in Minnesota. He went on to play professional football for six seasons with the Minnesota Vikings, New York Jets and Seattle Seahawks, appearing in Super Bowl VIII and Super Bowl IX with the Vikings. He scored 13 touchdowns over his career. When he retired from football he became an actor. He is known as a regular c...

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Bonus Content - John Mahaffey's Ben Hogan story

April 3, 2022 • 11 mins

This is the complete and uninterrupted story from John Mahaffey's appearance on The Approach Shot radio show.Enjoy

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Ben Hogan Stories from Hogan's Boy, John Mahaffey

April 3, 2022 • 48 mins

John Mahaffey is our guest this week on The Approach Shot Podcast as we begin Master's week. John tells some fantastic stories about his time on the PGA Tour. Many of them are about his mentor, Ben Hogan. John tells golf stories, golf channel stories, and talks about his new passion, writing mystery books. Another great episode of The Approach Shot Podcast.

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Kickin Back With Kicker Luis Zendejas

March 27, 2022 • 49 mins

This week on The Approach Shot Podcast we’re just kickin’ back with place kicker, Luis Zendejas. Luis has stories on not only all the points after and field goals he kicked, but the best stories are about the 2 he missed! Yeah, 2 misses in a career. Not too shabby. Luis also has lots of stories about his golf game, and he seems to have many more misses in that sport. We also get the scoop on his foundation that gives kids everythin...

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Episodes

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Tales of the Gridiron: Leroy Irvin’s NFL Journey

Our Triumphant Return With Guest Randy Cross

I Guess This Is Goodbye

Back In The Slyke Zone

Levon Kirkland Invented The Modern Line Backer Position, Right?

Jerry Reuss Revisited

Four Decades of Baseball Stories From Jerry Reuss

50 For 50 With Michael Ortman

One of Basketball's Elite coaches, Lon Kruger talks coaching, Coaches vs. Cancer and golf

Brian Hammons And The Country Club National Championship

The Approach Shot Becomes "The Slyke Zone"

The "Beezer" John Vanbiesbrouck skates his way onto The Approach Shot

RICHARD KARN talks "Home Improvement", "Family Feud" and GOLF

Jim Leyritz Talks Baseball, Golf, and More

Pro Athlete, Actor, Now Golfer, Ed Marinaro

Bonus Content - John Mahaffey's Ben Hogan story

Ben Hogan Stories from Hogan's Boy, John Mahaffey

Kickin Back With Kicker Luis Zendejas

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