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The Big Swing with Jimmy Roberts

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The Big Swing with Jimmy Roberts: Conversations with People Making News in the Business of Golf. Sixteen-time Emmy Award Winner and sports broadcasting legend, Jimmy Roberts, invites you to intimate, one-on-one conversations with some the most significant, A-list executives, entertainers and athletes shaping the future of the golf business — as well as unprecedented, unparalleled access and insigh... more

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Latest Episodes

Paige Spiranac became one of the most influential people in golf — but not without controversy, criticism, and constant public scrutiny.

In this episode of The Big Swing, Jimmy Roberts sits down with Paige Spiranac for a candid conversation about so... more

AI is changing golf faster than almost anyone realizes.

In this episode of The Big Swing, Jimmy Roberts sits down with members of the Big Swing Media team to break down the biggest trends shaping the future of the game — from artificial intelligence... more

Jack Nicklaus turned down millions, and he’s completely at peace with it.

In this episode of The Big Swing, Jimmy Roberts sits down with golf legend Jack Nicklaus to explore the business side of one of the greatest careers in sports history.

From e... more

The LPGA is having a moment — but can it turn momentum into something lasting?

At the Chevron Championship, Jimmy Roberts sits down with Craig Kessler to discuss one of the most pivotal moments in the history of women’s golf.

With rising viewership... more

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Recent Guests

Paige Spiranac
Golfer, content creator and influencer
Self - Paige Spiranac brand
Episode: S E30: Paige Spiranac on Fame, Hate & Building a Golf Empire
Michael LoRé
Big Swing Media team member, journalist background
Big Swing Media
Episode: S E29: How AI is Changing Golf Forever
Jack Nicklaus
Legendary golfer and entrepreneur
Nicklaus Companies / Muirfield Village Golf
Episode: S E28: Jack Nicklaus Walked Away From Millions
Craig Kessler
10th Commissioner of the LPGA
LPGA
Episode: S E26: The LPGA Has a Massive Opportunity... But Can They Pull It Off?
Thomas Friedman
International journalist, author, expert on Middle East geopolitics
The Big Swing (guest on episode)
Episode: S E25: Thomas Friedman on Saudi Arabia, LIV and the $2 Billion Gamble about to fall apart
Jason Robins
Founder and CEO of DraftKings
DraftKings
Episode: S E24: How DraftKings Turned an Idea Into BILLIONS | Jason Robins
Adrienne Gallagher
Executive Producer of The Big Swing with Jimmy Roberts
The Big Swing
Episode: S E23: The Masters Stories & Secrets | Jimmy Roberts
Sean Pyun
President of GOLFZON America
GOLFZON
Episode: S E22: GOLFZON Is QUIETLY Taking Over Golf
Dottie Pepper
World Golf Hall of Famer and broadcaster
Episode: S E21: Why YouTube Golf Is BEATING Traditional Golf | Grant Horvat

Host

Jimmy Roberts
Host of The Big Swing and related iterations; veteran broadcaster with deep ties to golf media

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Great show but audio wasn’t working today (05-12-2026)

    Please listen to it back, ‘diagnose’ the problem — and see if you can remedy the problem. I think you’ll lose listeners and subscribers, if it becomes a chronic issue.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SLCUtahUser
    United States11 days ago
  • Love it!

    I just found your show a week ago and am loving it. Keep up the good work Jimmy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bertrandgolf12
    Germany3 months ago
  • Scott Mahoney interview.

    Jimmy,

    Just listened to you and Scott. As you know he’s authentic…. and just a great person. (not afraid to make tough decisions, by the way) Not as easy as he made it sound. Shows how one person can affect an entire business….. while giving credit to everyone else. He took me along for the ride for about 20 years.

    Congrats- great Podcast!Denny DeMarino

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Denny DeMarino
    United States5 months ago
  • Best podcast on golf!!

    Love it, hands down the best!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The man of steel 1214
    United States8 months ago

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Consistently engaging host with strong guest selection.

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Apple Podcasts
#21
United States/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#12
Canada/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#156
United Kingdom/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#19
Australia/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#83
France/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#139
Germany/Sports/Golf

Talking Points

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S E29: How AI is Changing Golf Forever
Q: Tell me one thing from the conference that surprised you or really stood out about AI in golf.
The adoption of AI at the club level is accelerating differently across regions, with Europe ahead in some areas; AI is increasingly used for member interactions and swing diagnostics, freeing up pros to focus on engagement on the course.
S E30: Paige Spiranac on Fame, Hate & Building a Golf Empire
Q: Let's go all the way back here and dive into your story, if not from the beginning from when you were a kid.
Paige describes how growing up with social anxiety and athletic family influences led her to gymnastics first, then golf, and finally to a media-driven career as a way to survive financially and build a brand around her authentic self.
S E25: Thomas Friedman on Saudi Arabia, LIV and the $2 Billion Gamble about to fall apart
Q: What is the deeper historical context behind the modern Saudi reforms Friedman discusses?
Friedman describes the post-1979 pivot under MBS as a deliberate reversal to modernize and diversify, opening up society in limited ways while still maintaining strict controls, which shapes how foreign investments and sports ventures fit into national strategy.
S E25: Thomas Friedman on Saudi Arabia, LIV and the $2 Billion Gamble about to fall apart
Q: Do you think that type of opinion about Saudi sports investments being a 'cleaning up' effort is valid?
Friedman argues that it's not credible to view these moves as a clean-up; instead, Saudi Arabia aims to diversify economically and project a sports-friendly image through high-profile events like golf and F1, while balancing internal and external pressures.
S E20: How NBC Broadcasts THE PLAYERS Championship | Dan Hicks & Tommy Roy
Q: What are the biggest challenges in live golf production?
Balancing the vast amount of real-time data, graphics, and multiple feeds with the need to keep the human story alive; staying live when the action is unfolding across 18 holes; and handling the technical risk of equipment failures while maintaining a seamless viewer experience.

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A business-oriented golf podcast featuring one-on-one conversations with top executives, founders, athletes, and media figures shaping the sport's future. Episodes commonly explore deals, investments, media evolution, branding, and technology in golf, often weaving in behind-the-scenes production insights and personal career stories. A standout angle is the blend of high-level business with insider access to golf's media landscape and industry shifts, making it useful for listeners who want pragmatic takeaways on how partnerships, sponsorships, and new formats transform the game and its business ecosystem.

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Recent guests on The Big Swing include:

1. Paige Spiranac
2. Michael LoRé
3. Jack Nicklaus
4. Craig Kessler
5. Thomas Friedman
6. Jason Robins
7. Adrienne Gallagher
8. Sean Pyun

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