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The Swing of It

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Ron Chopper, Hamish Brayshaw and Joel Innes try to figure out how to be good at golf. The Swing of It is recorded out of BC Studios built by grounded. building tomorrow, together. w: grounded.com.au/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Joel opens the show with a scandalous revelation that has Hammer furious, the boys guess your handicaps, Chop ends the show with one of the poorest efforts you’ll ever see, and much more!

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Recent Guests

Tarun Dewan
Counselor for the city of Coburn (guest on the episode)
City of Coburn
Episode: What would a new golf course in Perth look like?
Dan Grieve
World-renowned short game expert
Golf Instructor / Short game expert
Episode: #71 - Straight from St Andrews
Wayne Jack
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City of Kwinana
Episode: What is happening to Kwinana Golf Club?
James Towns
Listener guest invited to participate inCelebrity Handicap guessing
Swingers Invitational participant
Episode: #66 - Golf Heart Attacks, Club Locals & Love Making on the Course
Sam Roberts
Listener guest invited to participate in Celebrity Handicap guessing
Swingers Invitational participant
Episode: #66 - Golf Heart Attacks, Club Locals & Love Making on the Course
Dylan Punchin
Listener participant in Celebrity Handicap guessing game
Swingers Invitational participant
Episode: #66 - Golf Heart Attacks, Club Locals & Love Making on the Course
Tommy Hipworth
Invited guest for Swinger Invitational
Unspecified golf club player in NSW
Episode: #62 - Club fittings, Bullies Invitational & Golf Fights
Sam Hunt
Guest on Swinger Invitational
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Episode: #62 - Club fittings, Bullies Invitational & Golf Fights
Matt Digney
The Dig Star
Golf professional / industry figure
Episode: #62 - Club fittings, Bullies Invitational & Golf Fights

Hosts

Ron Chopper
Host of The Swing of It; central figure in golf banter and event planning; frequently drives sponsor mentions and community segments.
Hamish Brayshaw
Co-host known for energetic banter, gear talk, and participation in invitational planning; adds humor and debate to episodes.
Joel Innes
Co-host who contributes personal anecdotes and conversational structure; anchors audience interactions and segment ideas.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 370 ratings
  • Canada’s #1 Golf podcast

    The Swing of It is Canada’s #1 Golf podcast (that comes from Australia) according to Apple Podcasts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steve Pond NL
    Canada5 months ago
  • Better than your average Bear.

    Top golfing podcast. If you’re looking for a laugh and a bit of golf news you’ll enjoy this. Banter for days and who doesn’t love some Butcher Chat. Keep it up lads.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rusty07
    Australia7 months ago
  • Best golf pod going around

    My favourite golf podcast ! Great mix of golf chat and banter

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bolaj
    Australia8 months ago
  • Great!!

    I live in the states but this is my favorite podcast. Great work!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Smkymntdrifter
    United States9 months ago
  • Really?

    Two bogan p*ssheads and Chopper talk about getting wasted and abusing alcohol… golf is occasionally mentioned.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ALANCLARKE
    Australiaa year ago

Listeners Say

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Guests and hosts bring a strong sense of community and practical gear insights.
Listeners enjoy the authentic, buddy-banter energy and relatable golf talk.
Some fans want louder audio but still appreciate the humor and camaraderie.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#216
United States/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#41
United Kingdom/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#155
Canada/Sports/Golf
Spotify
#32
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#6
Australia/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#67
France/Sports/Golf

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#73 - Golf Cheats, Top Golfing Destinations & Cheapest Golf Gear...
Q: What are your thoughts on pro shops being taken over by golf clubs?
The panel agrees it can streamline operations but risks eroding the specialist focus and expertise pro shops bring, suggesting a balanced, symbiotic approach with clear roles.
#70 - Best Dinosaur Caddy, Golf Hot Takes & Swingers Reserves
Q: What are the logistics for the Swingers Invitational reservists?
The hosts outline a process where reservists are called in order and may fill in if someone pulls out, with a plan for on-day attendance and possible alternate roles like caddies.
Answering your questions, handicaps, hole in ones & sticky grips
Q: When's the best time to have a pint at golf?
While opinions differ, post-round pints are often considered the best tasting, although pre-round pints are also popular.
Answering your questions, handicaps, hole in ones & sticky grips
Q: What is the easiest way for someone who plays social golf to get a handicap?
They can join the Social Golf Club for a fee and submit their scores for handicap tracking.
Putting stats, the worst celebration & pub squashes
Q: What are your thoughts on changing putting and ball marks when you are on the green?
You're allowed to put back the ball mark on the putting green if your partner moves it when they putt first.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Swing of It

What is The Swing of It about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on casual, high-energy golf banter with a strong emphasis on gear talk, club fitting, and behind-the-scenes club culture. Hosts juggle personal golf updates, listener call-ins, and crowd-sourced stories while weaving in sponsor mentions and invitational plans. The tone is informal, humorous, and gear-obsessed, often blending practical tips with outrageous stunts and light competition, making it appealing to weekend golfers who enjoy camaraderie, anecdotes, and a participatory community vibe. A notable strength is the authentic, friend-group dynamic and willingness to plan live events and patron-driven content, which can translate into compelling guest moments and sponsor integrations for audiences that value accessibility a... more

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2. Dan Grieve
3. Wayne Jack
4. James Towns
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6. Dylan Punchin
7. Tommy Hipworth
8. Sam Hunt

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