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50 Things That Changed Golf

Golf Digest
Golf
Ryder Cup
PGA Tour
Tiger Woods
Golf Digest
Rory Mcilroy
PGA Championship
US Open
Open Championship
Anthony Kim
Charlie Sifford
Scotland
History Of Golf
Payne Stewart
Oakmont Country Club
PGA Tour Qualifying School
Golf History
Arnold Palmer
Ben Hogan
John Montague

The 50 Things That Changed Golf podcast is hosted by Shane Ryan and Jamie Kennedy. Each episode dives deep into moments and events in golf history that have shaped the sport we all love. Every two weeks, join for a walk back in time, with some humour and made-up awards mixed throughout.

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In the ninth episode of “The 50 Things That Changed Golf” podcast, Shane Ryan and Jamie Kennedy revisit the 1983 rebellion that nearly tore professional golf apart. This is the story of Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer’s battle with PGA Tour commissio... more

In this episode of "The 50 Things That Changed Golf" podcast, Shane Ryan and Jamie Kennedy dive into a single club that had a giant impact on golf. This is the story of Karsten Solheim, the founder of Ping, and the Anser putter he designed in 1966. F... more

When Young Tom Morris died on Christmas Day in 1875, he was just 24 years old, and his more famous father, Old Tom, would outlive him by more than 30 years. But in those 24 years, Young Tom had an incredible impact on the sport. He was golf's first c... more

In the sixth episode of the Golf Digest podcast, 50 Things That Changed Golf, Shane Ryan and Jamie Kennedy travel back to the 2000 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach, dominated by Tiger Woods.

The 50 Things That Changed Golf podcast is hosted by Shane Ryan ... more

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Recent Guests

Kevin Cook
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Episode: Revolutions Part 2: The Tiger Slam, aka the best golf ever played

Hosts

Shane Ryan
Golf Digest contributor and host, noted for narrative, history-focused golf discussions.
Jamie Kennedy
Golf Digest contributor and host, co-creator of deep-dive golf history content with storytelling focus.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 630 ratings
  • Young Tom episode

    Another great episode. Thanks for pulling these together and can’t wait to see what’s next.

    I may have missed this one note…it is my understanding that Young Tom was educated at a private school, as you covered.

    Young Tom’s classmates were the children of the wealthy businessman. So as Tom’s skills improved and he started playing matches, he was negotiating with men that he probably had known as he grew up.

    Young Tom was never a caddie and most likely played with the these businessman ki... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DurankoSRQ
    United States2 months ago
  • This team does their homework

    I love the cast and have been following religiously. Stuff they talk about has always been about believing they are talking all truths since most of their esoteric knowledge would be unverifiable for someone like me unless i rely purely on the internet. The YE Yang story, however, I know well since I am Korean and they nailed it. All objective truths combined with a broad unbiased narrative. So I salute your team and give you fill credibility on your work. Looking forward to the next sliver of k... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Soapshin
    United Statesa year ago
  • JJ….

    Shane, you now MUST do a quick turn around pod on JJ Spain’s win at Oakmont. It’s like you saw it all coming…..

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ice price
    United Statesa year ago
  • Rory - Northern Ireland episode

    Shane - your piece on Northern Ireland was excellent, very informative and accurate(from an Irish listener).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JB Ireland
    Irelanda year ago
  • Batte of the Little Bighorn

    Shane, June 25, 1876, not 1851.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D.F.A.
    United Statesa year ago

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Great storytelling and deep golf history that's easy to follow.
Listeners value the host chemistry and the long-form, lore-rich takes on golf moments.
Audience appreciates thorough research and engaging narration.

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Apple Podcasts
#44
United States/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#62
Canada/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#98
United Kingdom/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#6
Italy/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#44
Australia/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#48
France/Sports/Golf

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A long-form history podcast that dives into pivotal moments and figures shaping golf, from early Open era touring pros to modern business and equipment shifts. Episodes balance deep research, storytelling, and occasional humor, often re-framing well-known events through human drama, strategic decisions, and industry-wide implications. Notable strengths include thorough historical context, accessible narrative style, and the willingness to tackle both celebrated legends and overlooked chapters that changed how the game is played, marketed, and talked about. Audience interest seems strongest among golf devotees and history buffs who enjoy well-sourced storytelling with access to nuanced perspectives on players, organizations, and equipment in... more

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