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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 our guests tell amazing behind the scenes stories that will make you laugh, feel and thin... more

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Does Stefan Caray's style come from great grandfather Harry Caray?  No

Does he sound like grandfather Skip?  Not exactly

More like Dad Chip?  Kinda sorta

Stefan Caray is no nepo baby.  He's his own man carving out his own niche, bringing his uniqu... more

When you grow up in Sacramento and play college ball in L.A; you don't exactly dream of playing in cold weather, in a city that is the quintessential "small market". But the warmth GEOFF JENKINS felt (and still feels) from the Milwaukee Brewers orga... more

At 88 years old, you'd think NFL Hall of Famer RON MIX would be slowing down a bit, but his competitive fire still burns brightly. The NFL hall of Famer and 8x AFL All Star and AFL champion uses his experience and cunning to fight on behalf of forme... more

Subjects we got to cover with JOHN SMOLTZ:

Today's game (and why pitchers are getting hurt more often)? CHECK

His love and respect for the man who gave his the nickname Marmaduke? YOU BETCHA

Game 7 of the 1991 World Series? OF COURSE

His favor... more

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Stef Caray
Cardinals play-by-play broadcaster
St. Louis Cardinals
Episode: Stef Caray, St. Louis Cardinals' play by play man and latest in the line of great Caray voices, takes us out to the ballgame in this episode of The Approach Shot
Geoff Jenkins
Former MLB outfielder, Brewers legend, World Series champion
Former Milwaukee Brewers; Philadelphia Phillies
Episode: World Series champion and MLB slugger GEOFF JENKINS hits this episode of The Approach Shot out of the park. Would you expect any less?
Ron Mix
NFL Hall of Famer, former Chargers offensive lineman, PFRPA president
Pro Football Retired Players Association
Episode: NFL Hall of Famer RON MIX brings the perfect MIX of NFL, Pro Football Retired Players Association and golf conversation
John Smoltz
Eight-time MLB All-Star, Hall of Fame pitcher, World Series Champion with the 1995 Atlanta Braves
Major League Baseball / Atlanta Braves
Episode: Hall of Famer JOHN SMOLTZ talks today's MLB, his passion for golf and junk food on The Approach Shot
Flozell Adams
Former NFL offensive lineman, five-time All-Pro and Pro Bowler, nicknamed 'The Hotel'
Dallas Cowboys
Episode: Checking in with FLOZELL ADAMS (The Hotel) about the Cowboys, golf and (man!) does he have stories!!
Bryce Paup
Four-time Pro Bowler, 11-year NFL veteran
Former NFL player (Buffalo Bills, Green Bay Packers, etc.)
Episode: Bryce Paup, the 4x Pro Bowler and 1995's Defensive Player of the Year brings the POP to this episode of The Approach Shot
Tommy Habeeb
Original host of Cheaters; TV host and entrepreneur
Cheaters, Golf TV, To the Rescue
Episode: The host becomes the guest, as TOMMY HABEEB, the original host of "Cheaters" and so many television shows, is our guest on The Approach Shot
Dave Raymond
Original Phillie Phantac, mascot branding expert
Mascot branding entrepreneur and speaker
Episode: DAVE RAYMOND, the original PHILLIE PHANTAC is PHANTASTIC on this episode of The Approach Shot
Joel Hanrahan
Former MLB closer, nicknamed 'The Hammer'
Major League Baseball organizations (Nats, Pirates, Red Sox)
Episode: It's HAMMER TIME as Joel "The Hammer" Hanrahan talks about his love for baseball, golf and family

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John Ashton
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Neal Michaels
Co-host of The Approach Shot

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 138 ratings
  • Golf Made Fun

    These guys are really funny and make golf fun.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Levi Conlon 00
    United Statesa year ago
  • More Than Golf

    Golf is only part of the reason I love this show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cornelius032
    United Statesa year ago
  • Golf And Guests

    Great guests – love the golf stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jennifer Fleck
    United Statesa year ago
  • Sports Blend

    Love the mix of baseball players and football players

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lamar D. Villanveva
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Total Hilarity

    Neal and John are hilarious

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nikolasbin
    United Statesa year ago

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Fans applaud the hosts' energy and chemistry, noting the show's entertaining blend of golf and guest stories.
The format balances humor with heartfelt moments, keeping interviews relatable and engaging.
Guests are consistently interesting and bring diverse perspectives from sports, entertainment, and media.

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#131
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World Series champion and MLB slugger GEOFF JENKINS hits this episode of The Approach Shot out of the park. Would you expect any less?
Q: Can you describe the moment you realized you belonged at the big league level?
After initial success and a strong road trip with several homers, I realized I could contribute at the highest level and needed to keep believing in my process.
World Series champion and MLB slugger GEOFF JENKINS hits this episode of The Approach Shot out of the park. Would you expect any less?
Q: How did you handle failure and maintain confidence early in your career?
Hitting is a game of failure; you must have short-term memory, believe in your approach, and stay ready to perform day after day.
World Series champion and MLB slugger GEOFF JENKINS hits this episode of The Approach Shot out of the park. Would you expect any less?
Q: What was it like to face a real curveball pitcher in college and how did you adapt?
In college I started facing spin and learned to adjust by speeding up my bat, staying on the fastball, and using fastball approach to hit the ball where it's pitched.
Stef Caray, St. Louis Cardinals' play by play man and latest in the line of great Caray voices, takes us out to the ballgame in this episode of The Approach Shot
Q: What was emphasized about staying authentic in broadcasting?
Stef emphasizes that authenticity matters most, arguing that fans respond to genuine moments rather than scripted lines and that a broadcaster should be present and natural rather than trying to imitate others.
Stef Caray, St. Louis Cardinals' play by play man and latest in the line of great Caray voices, takes us out to the ballgame in this episode of The Approach Shot
Q: Who is Stef Caray's favorite baseball team?
Stef answers that his favorite team is the Cardinals, highlighting his strong family ties to the franchise.

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A golf-flavored interview show that blends sports, entertainment, and personal storytelling. Episodes feature athletes, actors, authors, announcers, and media personalities who share behind-the-scenes career anecdotes, life lessons, and candid takes on golf and personal passions. Common threads include resilience, mentorship, family ties, faith, and the evolving world of sports media, with plenty of humor and heartfelt moments that give listeners practical takeaways for both professional and personal life. The show often centers on how guests leverage golf as a lens for broader experiences, making it appealing to sports fans and casual golfers alike who enjoy relatable, human-centered conversations and entertaining guest lineups.

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Recent guests on The Approach Shot include:

1. Stef Caray
2. Geoff Jenkins
3. Ron Mix
4. John Smoltz
5. Flozell Adams
6. Bryce Paup
7. Tommy Habeeb
8. Dave Raymond

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