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The Yardage Book Podcast

Charlie Mercer
Golf
New Zealand
New Zealand Golf
Golf Course Architecture
Tiger Woods
Golf Courses
Te Arai Links
Cape Kidnappers
New Zealand Open
Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club
2002 New Zealand Open
Royal Wellington Golf Club
Tara Iti
Steve Williams
PGA Tour
Titirangi
Ireland
New Zealand Golf Courses
Paraparaumu Beach
New Zealand Golf Rankings

Having meaningful conversations in the world of golf - focused primarily on New Zealand

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Hello and Welcome Back!

It was great to chat in person with Mitch Northin recently, who is the Superintendent of the South Course at Te Arai Links. We chatted all about how he started in Green-Keeping, and what it has been like preparing the South C... more

Hello and welcome back! It was great to chat with Mark Jurgeleit recently about the upcoming Spark Wholesale invitational at Te Arai links which kicks off this coming Monday as part of The Cisco Series. 

Josh Geary, Tim Wilkinson and Tyler Wood head... more

Hello and welcome back! 

We are excited to be working in association with Golf NZ to preview The Carrus Tauranga Open that kicks off this week on the Summerset Charles Tour.

Firstly we chatted with Mount Open Champion: Jayden Ford who recapped a spe... more

Hello and welcome back! 

We are excited to be working in association with Golf NZ to preview The Christies Floorings Mount Open that kicks off this week.

In the first part of this podcast I chatted with Mike Williams who is the General Manager at Th... more

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Recent Guests

Mitch Northin
Superintendent of the South Course at Te Arai Links
Te Arai Links
Episode: Mitch Northin Talks His Career And Preparing For The AAC At Te Arai Links
Mark Jurgeleit
CEO/organizer involved in Cisco Series and Spark Wholesale Invitational
Cisco Series / Spark Wholesale Invitational
Episode: Previewing The Spark Wholesale Invitational At Te Arai Links With Mark Jurgeleit
Jayden Ford
Professional golfer, mount Open winner
Independent professional golfer
Episode: Previewing The Carrus Tauranga Open Ft. Jayden Ford, Mitch Kale and Will Toogood
Mitch Kale
Grounds staff at Tauranga Golf Club, former NZ Amateur Champion
Tauranga Golf Club
Episode: Previewing The Carrus Tauranga Open Ft. Jayden Ford, Mitch Kale and Will Toogood
Will Toogood
Golf New Zealand official, grounds/association role
Golf New Zealand
Episode: Previewing The Carrus Tauranga Open Ft. Jayden Ford, Mitch Kale and Will Toogood
Mike Williams
General Manager, Mount Golf Club
Mount Golf Club
Episode: Previewing The Christies Floorings Mount Open With Mike Williams and Will Toogood
Michael Goldstein
Guest on the podcast for the All New Zealand 18 discussion
Episode: Unpacking Our All-New Zealand Eighteens With Michael Goldstein
Heath Henrich
Director of Golf for Cape Kidnappers and Kauri Cliffs, New Zealand
Cape Kidnappers; Kauri Cliffs
Episode: Heath Henrich On His Recent Appointment At Cape Kidnappers And Kauri Cliffs
Ian Baker-Finch
1991 Open Champion
Episode: Ian Baker-Finch And George Harper Junior On Ryan Fox's Open Championship Victory

Host

Charlie Mercer
Host of The Yardage Book Podcast; central figure guiding discussions across NZ golf topics

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • Francis Barstool Trip Review

    Great show - would love to hear you interview Francis from Barstool Sports on his recent solo Christmas trip golfing across New Zealand

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eangs5
    United States9 months ago
  • Epic golf podcast

    Thanks Charlie, awesome guests, great insights

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jase27463848
    New Zealand10 months ago
  • It’s an opinion

    Not bad

    But stop saying 100% every time and let the guest speak we wanna hear them not u Charlie.

    You are too keen to agree and enter your own thoughts. Love your work but let the guests words breathe.And for the aptly named toss pot that told me to stay in my lane. It’s an opinion and I’m free to share it. So stay in your lane jag off

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Hijyrhj
    New Zealanda year ago
  • KiwiGolfer0

    Hey Kiwigolfer0 have a crack at starting your own podcast chief. Charlie is shooting the lights out stay in your lane champ

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grim126126126126
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Cypress Point episode

    I was really looking forward to listening to the podcast about playing Cypress Point. Unfortunately the guest is a lip smacker and the episode was unlistenable. Disappointing… good podcast and content but lip smacking is an ender

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ccmtacks19
    United States2 years ago

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A few critics desire more space for guests to express themselves without host interruption
Fans praise deep guest lineups and practical golf industry insights
Listeners appreciate NZ focus and diverse topics from architecture to tournaments

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Mitch Northin Talks His Career And Preparing For The AAC At Te Arai Links
Q: What's it been like working alongside those guys?
The championship's lead agronomist visited early in the year and was impressed with the course. The organizers asked about usual green speeds, using the course's typical speed around 11 as a starting point, while choosing the pin positions themselves.
Mitch Northin Talks His Career And Preparing For The AAC At Te Arai Links
Q: How do you first get into the green keeping?
After studying journalism, Northin took a greenkeeping job at Tara Iti, then returned from London to pursue the trade seriously and complete an apprenticeship at Te Arai Links.
Previewing The Spark Wholesale Invitational At Te Arai Links With Mark Jurgeleit
Q: How is the amateur field integrated into the Cisco Series, and what role do they play in driving the series forward?
Amateurs are woven into the competition through structured formats and leaderboards, with a focus on rivalries, camaraderie, and exposure, making the series a viable platform for both development and competition while benefiting from sponsorships and corporate involvement.
Previewing The Spark Wholesale Invitational At Te Arai Links With Mark Jurgeleit
Q: What inspired the expansion to four events in the Cisco Series and how does Te Iki fit into the calendar?
The expansion was driven by a desire to create a longer, more cohesive season that aligns with the PGA schedule, offers more opportunities for pros and amateurs, and leverages strong venues like Te Arai and Te Iki to build momentum across the year.
Previewing The Christies Floorings Mount Open With Mike Williams and Will Toogood
Q: What does this week look like heading into the Mount Open with Christie's Flooring on board again?
Will explains that this is the fourth event of the season for the Somerset Charles Tour, following several other opens, with a strong field and a festival-like week that includes the putting open, junior Pro Am, and All Abilities events.

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What is The Yardage Book Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A golf-focused interview show with a strong New Zealand tilt, pairing deep dives into course design, rankings, and local tours with personal stories from players, architects, and industry insiders. Episodes spotlight NZ course architecture, tournament formats, and the evolving landscape of domestic golf, often tying in sponsor context and real-world travel insights for Kiwi golf fans. The show stands out for its mix of technical turf and design discussion, candid career anecdotes, and a willingness to cover both championship-level topics and community-driven golf initiatives. It's likely to appeal to professional players, course managers, designers, and serious enthusiasts who want practical takeaways and behind-the-scenes context for NZ go... more

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Recent guests on The Yardage Book Podcast include:

1. Mitch Northin
2. Mark Jurgeleit
3. Jayden Ford
4. Mitch Kale
5. Will Toogood
6. Mike Williams
7. Michael Goldstein
8. Heath Henrich

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