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Golf Badgers

By Cookie Jar Golf
Greenkeeping
Golf Course Architecture
Golf
Golf Course Management
Data Collection
BTME
Birkdale Golf Club
Royal Liverpool Golf Club
USGA
GS3 Ball
Moisture Meter
Turf Production
Golf Machinery
Golf Course Renovations
Climate Change
Open Championship
Blackwell Golf Club
Agronomy
Turf Health
Inturf

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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We speak with ecologist Sophie Olejnik about how she moved from an ecology degree and traineeship work on nature reserves into golf course ecology, and how her role now is almost entirely focused on golf. She explains that she first came into the sec... more

In this episode we are in Flanagan’s Pub in Lahinch during the 2026 Walker Cup, setting the scene for a week of volunteering and course work. We describe the pub, the atmosphere in town, and the contrast between the old, dark setting and the event ta... more

Tune in as we speak with Graeme Roberts about the extreme drought affecting his links course and the impact on day-to-day course management. We discuss how little rain has fallen, how high evapotranspiration has been, and how wind, sand, and shallow ... more

In this episode, we speak about Bledge’s return to golf after struggling with serious back problems. He explains how gym work and a different treatment approach have helped him recover, and how much better he feels both physically and mentally after ... more

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Recent Guests

Sophie Olejnik
Ecologist focused on golf course biodiversity
STRI (Sports Turf Research Institute) / RNA Foundation
Episode: 087 - Sophie Olejnik
Jason Meersman
Golf Course Superintendent
Patterson Club
Episode: 086 - Walker Cup Volunteering with Bledge and Jason Meersman
James Bledge
Former course manager and architect collaborator on G West project
G West project team (West of Gleneagles)
Episode: 083 - gWest
Stuart Grehan
Winner of the Amateur Championship at Hoylake; golf course superintendent
Hoylake
Episode: 082 - Amateur Championship Reflections
Sean McLean
From Royal Birkdale
Royal Birkdale Golf Club
Episode: 079 - Preparing Royal Birkdale for an Open with Sean McLean
Daniel Lewis
Grounds team member / city football club collaboration contact
Manchester City (Etihad Stadium) / Blue Exchange participant
Episode: 078 - From Fairways to Football: Inside Man City’s Grounds Team with Daniel Lewis
Dan Davies
Journalist and author; RNGC founder
Independent journalist</br>Author
Episode: 077 - Dan Davies
Willie Murphy
From Terralift
Terralift
Episode: 076 - Willie Murphy on Terralift, Soil Biology and Smarter Turf Nutrition
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.

Hosts

Sam Cooper
Golf course architect and host; frequent contributor on design, maintenance, and industry trends.
James Bledge
Course manager and co-host with deep involvement in course design and management; frequently discusses renovations and club operations.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 94 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 Kingdom3 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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The show is seen as a go-to for practical agronomy tips and industry insider stories.
Fans praise the mix of personality and expertise, finding the show insightful and approachable.
Listeners appreciate behind-the-scenes access to course design, maintenance, and Open prep.

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Apple Podcasts
#246
United States/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#74
United Kingdom/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#44
Australia/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#81
France/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#206
Germany/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#53
Denmark/Sports/Golf

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081 - The Return of the Amateur Championship
Q: What makes Hoylake uniquely suited to host the Amateur Championship again after 26 years?
Hoylake's deep history with the event, combined with its traditional links and complex greens, offers a perfect stage to showcase the evolution of amateur golf while honoring its legacy and the club's role in shaping the rules and culture of the game.
081 - The Return of the Amateur Championship
Q: How does the Amateur Championship differ in setup from the Open Championship?
The Amateur is centered on match play with a different approach to course setup, including potentially more creative pin placements and a focus on tests of strategy over sheer scoring, as opposed to the Open's broader field and different scoring dynamics.
081 - The Return of the Amateur Championship
Q: What makes the Amateur Championship historically significant to Hoylake and English golf overall?
The amateur event has been intertwined with Hoylake's identity for over a century, acting as a catalyst for the game's growth, inspiring generations, and shaping perceptions of amateur achievement alongside professional success.
80 - Q & A
Q: What happened with the bomb at Hoylake?
They recount a real wartime-era incident where a bomb was found during drainage work; the area was evacuated, police and bomb disposal teams secured the site, and the subsequent explosion was dramatic and widely shared online, becoming a memorable moment in the club's history.
80 - Q & A
Q: What is your favorite golfing event of the year?
They discuss Walker Cup as Sam's favorite because of the combination of top-level match play and the opportunity to be close to elite players on iconic courses; they also express appreciation for the Masters and U.S. Open viewing experiences, highlighting the drama of final qualifying days and the value of spectator access.

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A show focused on golf course architecture, maintenance, agronomy, and the culture surrounding greenkeeping. Hosts discuss design philosophy, course management, historic venues, and industry innovations with practitioners, architects, and turf scientists. Episodes frequently feature first-hand project stories, data-driven maintenance discussions, and cross-industry insights, often delivered with a practical, down-to-earth UK perspective. A standout is the way guests and hosts blend technical detail with accessible storytelling, making complex topics approachable for club members and pros alike.

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Golf Badgers launched 4 years ago and published 87 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Golf Badgers include:

1. Sophie Olejnik
2. Jason Meersman
3. James Bledge
4. Stuart Grehan
5. Sean McLean
6. Daniel Lewis
7. Dan Davies
8. Willie Murphy

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