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Golf Badgers

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Golf Course Architecture
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Golf Badgers (ɡɒlf bæʤə) - noun: A group of golfers obsessed with the game.Does this sound like you? If so, you're in the right place.Sam Cooper (Golf course architect) and James Bledge (Course Manager @ Royal Liverpool Golf Club, Hoylake) invite some of their friends from across the architecture and green keeping industries to join them for a deep dive on all things golf.Feasting on a gluttonous ... more

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In this episode, Bledge takes center stage to tackle a massive range of questions submitted by our Instagram community.

Bledge shares his wealth of experience on everything from the fine details of turf management and the realities of life on the co... more

Bledge, Ben Williams & John McLoughlin head over to Florida for the GCSAA and play two of the courses at Streamsong while doing it. this is their take on the whole adventure. 

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Sam and Bledge sit down to debrief Sam’s latest architectural project at Formby, where bold design meets old dunes. They unpack the seventh hole rebuild, discuss blind shots, CGI flyovers, and why change has to mean something.

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Recent Guests

Gavin Speedy
Technical Representative for Aitken's, a pivotal figure in the greenkeeping community
Atkins
Episode: 070 - BTME 2026 Roundup with Gavin Speedie and Matt Plested.
Matt Plested
Course Manager from Stonem Golf Club and participant in BTME events
Stonem Golf Club
Episode: 070 - BTME 2026 Roundup with Gavin Speedie and Matt Plested.
Richard Johnstone
Course Manager at Royal Aberdeen Golf Club
Royal Aberdeen Golf Club
Episode: 069 - Erosion, Evolution, and Excellence at Royal Aberdeen with Richard Johnstone
Lee Strutt
Guest and greenkeeping expert
Episode: 068 - Mowers, Mayhem & Milestones: Part Two with Lee Strutt
Jim Croxton
CEO of the British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association
BIGGA
Episode: 067 - Jim Croxton on BTME, BIGGA’s Big Year, and Why Greenkeeping Needs a Bigger Voice
Stephen Edwards
Works for InTurf, involved in turf growing and production.
InTurf
Episode: 064 - From seed to sale: How Inturf Service Sports Pitches
Jeff Kinney
Senior Director of Sales and Operations at USGA
USGA
Episode: 063 - From Stimp to USGA Smart Ball: Measuring What Matters on Modern Greens
Wes Stewart
Data Scientist at USGA
USGA
Episode: 063 - From Stimp to USGA Smart Ball: Measuring What Matters on Modern Greens
Craig Stoba
Pro Robotics Key Account Manager at Husqvarna
Husqvarna
Episode: 062 - Royal Liverpool’s Robot Revolution with Craig Stoba (Husqvarna)

Hosts

James Bledge
Co-host and Course Manager with extensive involvement at Royal Liverpool Golf Club; frequent speaker on greenkeeping and course management topics.
Sam Cooper
Co-host and golf course architect, bringing design, architecture, and project management perspectives to episodes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 80 ratings
  • This Is Golf.

    If people paid more attention to the information available in this podcast than hanging on every word of Cantlay & JT as to why they need to be paid a few more million - the golf world would be a much better place. Great hosts, great explanations & and very informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    robbo2107
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Insightful and educational

    Golf Badgers podcast is a great listen, getting the behind the scenes stories we golfers need to hear. Insightful and educational covering up to date topics. Well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    👍🏻Pauls
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Clever and insightful

    Badgers is a brilliant podcast. Sam and James complement each other really well (they each have different expertise and views) which results in a really insightful and interesting pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    E.J.R.B.
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • It’s all about the golf course

    A fantastic podcast that focuses on the “golf course” and all the aspects around design, maintenance, grass etc.

    Great content and great guests - keep doing what you’re doing 💪🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fg.ghizzardi
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Question Badgers 👌🏻

    Love it guys, a super balance of fun and detail….👍⛳️😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GS Boss
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Guests are varied but consistently industry-focused and well-informed.
Listeners appreciate the practical, behind-the-scenes look at course design and maintenance.
The show balances technical detail with accessible storytelling, making it valuable for club members and decision-makers.
Quality guests and approachable conversations resonate with a niche audience of turf professionals and serious golf enthusiasts.

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#248
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#34
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Apple Podcasts
#163
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#111
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#123
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#245
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073 - A Q&A With Bledge
Q: What is the most exciting golf course this year?
James admits he cannot provide a well-informed answer without his co-host but mentions the new course at Dornock and renovations planned at Hoylake.
073 - A Q&A With Bledge
Q: What tips do you have for deputies looking to plan for their first head jobs?
James suggests networking, working off the clock to improve skills, and promoting oneself professionally.
073 - A Q&A With Bledge
Q: How can local courses improve greens or fairways upkeep without having to install drainage?
James believes drainage is critical but suggests that improving surface drainage and cultural controls can also help.
073 - A Q&A With Bledge
Q: Is it possible to be too qualified too early?
James advises against rushing qualifications and emphasizes the importance of experience and taking time to develop skills.
073 - A Q&A With Bledge
Q: If you could have one tour pro shadow you for a day on the course, who would it be?
James would choose Andrew Coulter, having been a huge fan during childhood and wanting to discuss greenkeeping techniques together.

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What is Golf Badgers about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Golf-focused conversations centered on golf course architecture, greenkeeping, agronomy, and the evolving technology that supports turf management. Across episodes, topics include maintenance practices, course design decisions, equipment and robotics, sustainability, and industry events, with guests ranging from course managers to industry leaders. The show stands out for its practical, field-grounded discussions, candid stories from the turf world, and a blend of design depth with hands-on maintenance insights—making it a likely fit for clubs, facilities teams, and professionals seeking actionable takeaways for course operations and design.

A distinctive quality is the steady cadence between architecture and maintenance themes, plus regul... more

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Recent guests on Golf Badgers include:

1. Gavin Speedy
2. Matt Plested
3. Richard Johnstone
4. Lee Strutt
5. Jim Croxton
6. Stephen Edwards
7. Jeff Kinney
8. Wes Stewart

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