Episodes

Current World No.1 Dustin Johnson joins us episode #290 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast courtesy of our great friends at TaylorMade Golf! In this episode, we talk about the upcoming PGA Championship at Bethpage and what Dustin expects out of the course and atmosphere. Dustin also talks about his relationship with TaylorMade, his schedule this year, and takes us through his bag. Take a listen to our podcast and visit a Worldwide Golf Shops location near you get custom fit for the Tayl...

The National Sales Director for Wilson Golf, Mr. Chris Rusin, joins us for episode #289 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about Wilson fitting days across Worldwide Golf Shops locations & the D7 Challenge! In this episode, we talk about the customers chance to test the Wilson D7 irons with their own gamers in the D7 Challenge, all the latest clubs now available from Wilson, the Wilson Duo family of balls and much more. Take a listen to our podcast and visit a Worldwide Golf Sho...

A Senior Writer for Global Golf Post, Mr. Ron Green Jr., joins us for episode #288 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to remember one of the greatest writers in the game of golf, the late, great, Dan Jenkins. In this episode, we remember Dan Jenkins and his legacy in the game of golf, how he was able to bring a new light to golf writing, share a few stories about Dan and much more. Take a listen to our podcast and check out Global Golf Post for all of the latest golf news!

The Senior Product Manager for U.S. Footwear at Adidas Golf, Mr. Sean Koutai, joins us for episode #287 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about the all-new Adidas Tour360 XT Golf Shoe. In this episode, we talk about the Tour360 golf shoe and its previous model, the new Adidas Tour360 XT golf shoe and the different versions of this shoe. Sean also discusses some of the changes that have been made to the Tour360 shoe from previous versions to the XT. Take a listen to our podcast ...

The President and CEO of TaylorMade Golf, Mr. David Abeles, joins us for episode #286 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about the all-new M5/M6 series of clubs. In this episode, we discuss the new TaylorMade M5/M6 line of clubs and some of the product features. We also discuss tour players and the process it takes for them to get a product into play, testing products in accordance with USGA limits and much more! Take a listen to our podcast and visit a Worldwide Golf Shops loca...

The Marketing Product Planning Supervisor at Cleveland/Srixon/XXIO, Mr. Zack Oakley, joins us for episode #284 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about the all-new Cleveland Huntington Beach Soft Putters. In this episode, we discuss the new Huntington Beach Soft Putter and the additions to the HB collection, the all-new face technology in the putters, some of the product features that golfers can expect from each putter, and much more! We also talk more about the RTX4 line of we...

The Global Director of Golf Ball Innovation for Wilson Golf, Mr. Frank Simonutti, joins us for episode #283 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about the all-new Wilson Duo Professional golf ball! In this episode, we discuss the evolution of the Duo Urethane golf ball to create the Duo Professional golf ball, the technology that has evolved over the years, and the different color options that this golf ball comes in. The feedback that they received through player testing proved t...

9-time National Hockey League (NHL) All-Star, current NHL on NBC hockey analyst, and celebrity judge in season 2 of Driver vs Driver presented by Wilson Golf, Jeremy Roenick, joins us for episode #282 of the Worldwide Golf Shops insider Podcast to talk about Driver vs. Driver 2. In this episode, Jeremy talks about how he came to love the game of golf and how his time playing hockey translated to the game of golf. We also discuss how he became a judge for the new season, the final 3 drivers in th...

The Director of Product Development for Ping, Mr. Marty Jertson, joins us for episode #281 of the Worldwide Golf Shops insider Podcast to discuss the all-new Ping Sigma 2 putters. In this episode, Marty discusses the new Sigma 2 line, the overall feel and performance, the testing that they have done and much more. There are a total of 9 new models in this line, a few of which are new models. One of the most intriguing features of this line is the adjustable shaft length. This allows ultimate adj...

One of the worlds most renowned short game instructors and Cleveland Golf brand ambassador, Dave Pelz, joins us for episode #280 of the Worldwide Golf Shops insider Podcast to talk about the Cleveland RTX 4 wedges. In this episode, Dave talks about his past with NASA, his transition into the golf industry and his history with golf, and how he became the short game guru. We also talk with Dave about the all-new RTX 4 wedges from Cleveland, and how golfers can benefit from playing RTX 4 wedges. Al...

The Host of Driver vs. Driver 2 presented by Wilson Golf, Melanie Collins, joins us for episode #279 of the Worldwide Golf Shops insider Podcast to talk about season 2 of Driver vs. Driver. In this episode, Melanie tells us what viewers can expect from Driver vs. Driver 2, her experience with filming, and we go over the new judges in this season. The ideas are new, the process is different, and it is even more exciting than the first season! Make sure you tune in to the Golf Channel on October 2...

The Director of Product Development for Ping, Mr. Marty Jertson, joins us for episode #278 of the Worldwide Golf Shops insider Podcast to discuss his experience at the PGA Championship and some of the new Ping products. In this episode, Marty discusses playing the PGA Championship this year at Bellerive, his playing partners at the tournament, how the course laid out and how to navigate the track, and takes us through his bag. Marty also talks about the latest clubs available from Ping and some ...

The Edwin Watts of Boca Raton Store Manager, Mr. Freddie Mangum, joins us for episode #277 of the Worldwide Golf Shops insider Podcast to discuss the all-new Titleist TS Fairways. In this episode, Freddie discusses his career in golf and Edwin Watts, the all-new Titleist TS2 and TS3 fairway woods, the importance of custom fitting, how the trained professionals at all Worldwide Golf Shops locations can set you up for success, and much more! Take a listen to our podcast and visit a Worldwide Golf ...

The Director of Metalwood Development for Titleist Golf, Stephanie Luttrell, joins us for episode #274 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to discuss the all-new TS line. In this episode, Stephanie discusses the development of the new TS2 and TS3 drivers and fairways, how they were able to ramp up the speed, how Titleist was able to make a driver for all golfers and much more! Take a listen to our podcast and visit a Worldwide Golf Shops location near you to get custom fit for the all-ne...

The President of Wilson Golf, Mr. Tim Clarke, joins us for episode #276 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast. Season 2 of Driver vs. Driver is around the corner! In this episode, Tim recaps season 1 of Driver vs. Driver, goes over the differences from last season to this season, tells us what we can expect from the anticipated season 2 release and much more. Take a listen to our podcast and tune in to the Golf Channel on Tuesday, Oct. 2 at 9 p.m. ET to see episode 1 of Driver vs Driver 2!

The Store Manager of Edwin Watts Golf in Memphis, Tennessee, Mr. Jay Hasselman, joins us for episode #275 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast. In this episode, Jay tells us his background with Edwin Watts Golf and how custom fitting has changed over time. The process for getting fit at your local Edwin Watts store is simple and Jay takes us through the process. We also talk about the latest clubs from Ping – the i210, i500, and Glide Forged Wedges – and what types of players would benefi...

PGA Tour Pro, Wilson Golf staffer, and winner of the recent Barbasol Championship, Troy Merritt joins us for episode #273 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast. In this episode, we catch up with Troy following his victory at the Barbasol Championship. With his victory, Troy secures two more years on the Tour and an entry to the years final major. We run through the Wilson gear Troy used to capture his Barbasol victory. Lastly, we talk about the rest of the year holds for Troy. Take a liste...

Play Better Series - World renowned teaching professional and Callaway staffer, Hank Haney joins us for Episode #272 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast. In this episode, we discuss the 5 tips for better iron play. Tip number one, make sure you have the right irons for your game. Getting custom fit for your irons is an important part of this step. Second, fix your big miss by doing an analysis to see where you mostly miss. Third, make sure that your grip pressure is correct. Fourth, make...

Play Better Series - 5 Tips for Better Wedge Play The Titleist Vokey Wedge Fitting Specialist for the Southeast United States, John Habegger joins us for Episode #271 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast. In this episode, we discuss the 5 tips for better wedge play. Tip number one, don’t just grab a wedge off the rack, get custom fit for your wedges. Second, know your gaps in-between your wedges. Third, keep your speed up, don’t decelerate. Fourth, get creative with your wedges, using dif...

Play Better Series - The Vice President of Global Tour Operations for TaylorMade Golf, Mr. Keith Sbarbaro, joins us for Episode #270 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to discuss 5 Play Better tips for being a better driver of the golf ball. In this episode, we talk about Keith’s day to day with TaylorMade Golf, the importance of getting custom fit for the right driver, the keys to using the correct loft in your driver, the length of your driver and how it affects your swing, and how tw...

The Tour Operations Manager for SeeMore Putters, Mr. Cody Hale, joins us for Episode #269 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to discuss 5 play better putting tips. In this episode, we talk about Cody’s day to day with SeeMore, the importance of getting custom fit for the right putter, the most common mistake that amateurs make, the importance of speed control, proper practice, the feedback that SeeMore putters can provide and much more! Take a listen to our podcast and visit a Worldwide...

The President and CEO of Club Glove, Mr. Jeff Herold, joins us for episode #268 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about the latest in golf travel and travel accessories from Club Glove. In this episode, we discuss the evolution of Club Glove golf travel bags and how the brand grew, the Club Glove TRS Ballistic travel equipment and how you can attach multiple bags together for easy travel, the extreme durability of the products that Club Glove makes, and much more! Take a listen...

The Global Director and Brand Manager of Golf Balls at Callaway Golf, Mr. Jason Finley, joins us for episode #267 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about the Stars & Stripes TruVis golf balls. In this episode, we discuss how the idea of the TruVis golf ball came about, the process that it took to develop the ball, when the Stars & Stripes TruVis ball will be available, the importance of getting fit and finding the right ball for your game and much more! Take a listen to our pod...

The President of Titleist Golf Balls, Mary Lou Bohn, joins us for episode #266 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about the all-new Titleist AVX Golf Ball. In this episode, we discuss the all-new Titleist AVX golf ball, how the idea of the Titleist AVX ball developed, how they utilized market testing to get feedback from golfers, what kind of performance golfers can get from using the AVX ball, and much more. Take a listen to our podcast to see if the AVX is the right ball for y...