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The NCG Golf Podcast

National Club Golfer
World Handicap System
Golf
PGA Tour
The Masters
LIV Golf
Golf Participation
Amateur Golf
Ian Woosnam
General Play Scores
Players Championship
Rory Mcilroy
Course Rating
Golf Course Management
Golf Handicapping
England Golf
Handicapping
Golf Courses
Scottie Scheffler
Sawgrass
Scottish Golf

The NCG Golf Podcast, by National Club Golfer, brings stories from the world of golf to life. Tom Irwin and Steve Carroll chat about everything from the clubhouse game, to tour, equipment, and courses, and welcome special guests from the world of golf along the way. Available on your preferred podcast platform.

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Latest Episodes

Tom Irwin has been signing up for every match play competition his club offers and, this week, he tells co-host Steve Carroll why the format is so special.

But Steve’s not quite so convinced. Is arranging games just too much of a hassle? And what im... more

These are the rounds we would rather forget – the shots that went wrong, the blow ups on and off the course that left us wondering whether we should ever swing a club ever again.

This week Tom Irwin and Steve Carroll are in the Confessional, recount... more

Podcast host Tom Irwin has been to the Sunningdale Foursomes – a traditional curtain-raiser to the golf season – and he absolutely loved it.

But in club land foursomes can sometimes be a difficult sell, with golfers arguing over the format or reluct... more

Women’s participation in golf is growing – but is it growing fast enough? Does the industry really understand the experience of women in golf? And is the biggest barrier access or culture?

This week, we’re joined by Nicole Wheatley, founder of the W... more

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Recent Guests

Danielle Thwait (Danielle Masters)
Practice-round partner, former LET Tour Pro
Former LET, Farmby connection
Episode: Why do club golfers have a problem with foursomes?
Nicole Wheatley
Founder of the Women in Golf Awards
Women in Golf Awards
Episode: Is golf still designed by men, for men?
Gemma Hunter
Assistant Director of Handicapping at the RNA
R&A
Episode: How does Course Rating actually work?
Sir Clive Woodward
Former England rugby player and coach, motivational speaker, consultant, and media commentator
Episode: Sir Clive Woodward: ‘I would have stopped the Ryder Cup’
Justin Rose
Professional golfer and member of the European Ryder Cup team.
Rose Series
Episode: Exclusive: Justin Rose speaks to NCG ahead of Ryder Cup showdown
David Scott
Newly appointed Honorary Professional of the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews
Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews
Episode: A Life in Golf: David Scott, Honorary Professional of the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews
Hugh Stuart
Legend of Scottish golf and Walker Cup participant
Episode: A Life in Golf: Walker Cup hero Hugh Stuart
Murray Winton
Co-founder of Golf Clubs for Cash
Golf Clubs for Cash
Episode: Got some old clubs to sell? Here’s how you can cash in!
Jeremy Tomlinson
Chief Executive of England Golf
England Golf
Episode: Is there any chance we could return to the old handicap system?

Hosts

Steve Carroll
Co-host of The NCG Golf Podcast; frequent guest and collaborator with Tom Irwin on National Club Golfer.
Tom Irwin
Regular host of The NCG Golf Podcast with in-depth golf insights and banter.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • Good content terrible production

    How can they consistently get the audio levels so wrong? Looking forward to the Faldo episode but you need the volume really high to hear him and then get deafend when the host speaks. It’s just unlistenable

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    cheswall
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Always a great listen

    Always look forward to new episodes. My go to golf podcast. Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    6toManchester
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Fantastic quality

    Audio is top drawer these days. Latest episodes have been funny and informative. Tom is excellent on all topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Madaboutgolf69
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Great content

    Love the fact it obvious these two are actual golfers. Tom is very funny.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Madaboutgolf69
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Audio Quality

    Love this podcast but please sort out the audio quality. Just listened to episode 214, again poor, doors opening drawers opening and closing, love content but please listen back to this.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    LouKou1818
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Guests bring valuable perspectives, from major tours to club governance.
Great content with genuine golf insight from two knowledgable hosts.
Audio quality often criticized; content keeps bringing it back with strong topics.
Ban ter and chemistry between hosts is a hallmark of the show, appealing to golf fans and club professionals alike.

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#247
United States/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#18
United Kingdom/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#146
Canada/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#16
Germany/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#50
France/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#68
Australia/Sports/Golf

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Is golf still designed by men, for men?
Q: What concrete changes could golf clubs implement to be more inclusive?
Practical steps include moving tees for equitable play, offering on-site childcare, and ensuring staff reflect the diverse communities they serve to create a welcoming environment.
Is golf still designed by men, for men?
Q: What role do men play in this initiative and why is their involvement essential?
Men's involvement is critical to benchmarking attitudes and effecting cultural change within a male-dominated industry; buy-in from men enables broader systemic change and credible data collection.
Is golf still designed by men, for men?
Q: Why is the Fairways Project a five-year commitment instead of a one-off survey?
To identify trends over time, track progress, and uncover insights that require longitudinal data; this approach helps understand what changes actually work and where to focus efforts.
Are we bothered about getting better at golf?
Q: So do you think improvement requires giving up your Saturday four ball?
Absolutely not. The social aspect of golfing and spending time with friends is prioritized over strict improvement.
Are independent golfer schemes killing club golf?
Q: Are independent golfer schemes killing golf club membership?
The hosts explore the potential decline in golf club memberships due to economic pressures and the rise of flexible golfing options, suggesting that while there's resistance, iGolf has actually helped introduce more golfers to the sport.

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A golf-focused show hosted by two longtime golf writers, blending clubhouse banter with analysis of tour news, equipment, courses, and industry trends. Episodes frequently explore memberships, etiquette, handicapping, and governance within clubs, often featuring guests from the golf world. The tone mixes practical insights for players and decision-makers with humor and behind-the-scenes industry context, making it useful for listeners who want both entertainment and actionable takeaways for clubs, brands, and golf-related initiatives.

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Recent guests on The NCG Golf Podcast include:

1. Danielle Thwait (Danielle Masters)
2. Nicole Wheatley
3. Gemma Hunter
4. Sir Clive Woodward
5. Justin Rose
6. David Scott
7. Hugh Stuart
8. Murray Winton

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