Episodes

TopGolf’s Vice President of Corporate Development, Ani Mehta, joins us for episode #265 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about the new TopTracer Technology at TopGolf. In this episode, we discuss the integration of TopTracer Technology and how it was developed, what the technology does, how it changes the experience of golf at the driving range, the instant feedback that golfers get and much more! Take a listen to our podcast and visit a TopGolf location to try out the new tec...

To celebrate 50 years of Edwin Watts Golf Shops, we sit down with the man that started it all, Mr. Edwin Watts himself! In this episode, we discuss how Edwin got his start in the golf industry, the history of Edwin Watts Golf Shops, Edwin Watts & Worldwide Golf Shops, Edwin’s passions outside the golf course and more! Join us to celebrate 50 years of Edwin Watts and take a listen!

John Novosel of Bushnell Golf joins us for episode #263 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about the all-new Hybrid Rangefinder & GPS from Bushnell. In this episode we discuss John’s background in golf, the all-new Hybrid Rangefinder & GPS and the amazing technology behind it, how the new rangefinder incorporates GPS and laser to not only give you distance but even more information to help you navigate the course like never before, and much more! Take a listen to our podcast and...

The Director of Product Development for Ping Golf, Marty Jertson, joins us for episode #262 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about the new G700 irons. In this episode, we discuss the Ping’s recent success with their latest products and on the Tours, the new G700 irons and the technology behind it, how the G700 iron was created, how Ping was able to create an iron that is built like a metal-wood and gives the everyday player the ability to hit towering iron shots, and much more...

The Vice President of Marketing for the Golf Ball Division of Titleist Golf, Michael Mahoney, joins us for episode #260 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about the new Tour Soft and Velocity golf balls. In this episode, we discuss the all-new Tour Soft golf balls, the new Titleist Velocity golf balls, what players would benefit most from both of these golf balls, and Michael gives us insider information on a new golf ball coming out from Titleist! Take a listen to our podcast...

The National Sales Director for Wilson Golf, Mr. Chris Rusin, joins us for episode #261 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk the all-new Wilson C300 Irons. In this episode, we discuss the launch of the all-new Wilson C300 Irons, the difference between the various types of clubs in the market and what clubs would be best for three specific types of players, where the C300 irons fall into Wilson’s family of clubs, the power hole technology in the irons, the increased distance and fa...

The Marketing Director for Vokey Wedges at Titleist Golf, Mr. Jeremy Stone, joins us for episode #259 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about the latest wedges in the Vokey line. In this episode, we discuss the all-new Vokey SM7 wedges, the technology behind the new SM7 wedges, the different grind options available including one new option, the importance of getting custom fit for your wedges and much more! Take a listen to our podcast. You can do so by our Soundcloud link be...

The Executive Vice President of Bettinardi Golf, Mr. Sam Bettinardi, joins us for episode #258 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about the latest products from Bettinardi. In this episode, we discuss Bob Bettinardi’s legacy in the golf industry, the new BB Series putters coming out January 2018, the new Bettinardi wedge, current Bettinardi staff player along with some new exciting additions and much more! Take a listen to our podcast.

Episode #257 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast is a special one. With the holidays right around the corner, we take a trip around the United States to chat with members of the Worldwide Golf Shops team about possible gift ideas for the holidays. In this episode, we talk with members of the Worldwide Golf Shops team including representatives from Edwin Watts Golf Shops, Roger Dunn Golf Shops, The Golf Mart, Vans Golf Shops, Golfers’ Warehouse, Uinta, and the Worldwide Golf Shops E-comme...

The Vice President, Strategic Partnerships at Cleveland/Srixon’s/XXIO Golf, Mr. Chuck Thiry, joins us for episode #256 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about the latest products from XXIO. In this episode, we discuss the history of XXIO, it’s association with Cleveland/Srixon, the proper pronunciation of XXIO, the all-new XXIO X line of clubs and what golfers would benefit most from using XXIO clubs. Take a listen to our podcast and see if the XXIO X clubs are what your game i...

Episode #255 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast is a special one. We take a trip around the United States to check out the latest footwear from FootJoy, Ecco, and Adidas. In this episode, we talk with Jim Griffin of FootJoy Golf about the D.N.A. Helix line, Eric Meyer of Ecco Golf about the new S-Drive golf shoe, and Sean Koutahi of Adidas Golf about the new Tour 360 2.0 golf shoe. Take a listen to our podcast and step up your shoe game with the latest footwear from FootJoy, Adidas, and...

The Head Coach of Illinois Men’s Golf, Mr. Mike Small, joins us for episode #254 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about College Golf and how it has evolved over time. In this episode, we discuss Mike’s career on the professional Tours, how he got started in coaching collegiate golf, the successes that Illinois has had, how college golf has evolved over the years, Mike’s relationship with Wilson Staff and much more. Take a listen to our podcast!

The Global Director of Golf Ball Innovation for Wilson Golf, Mr. Frank Simonutti, joins us for episode #253 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about the all-new Wilson Duo Spin line of golf balls. In this episode, we discuss the history of the Duo golf ball, the technology that has evolved over the years, what people can expect out of the various models of Duo golf balls, the new color patterns that the Duo now comes in and much more. Take a listen to our podcast and try out the...

The Chief Executive Officer for Golfbreaks.com, Mr. Daniel Grave, joins us for episode #252 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about what’s new and upcoming with our preferred travel partners over at Golfbreaks.com. In this episode, we discuss the history of Golfbreaks.com, their recent introduction into the US market, their Early Birdie Promotion, new tournament packages for 2018-19, and much more. Take a listen to our podcast and visit our partners at Golfbreaks.com to book yo...

The Chief Technology Officer for Topgolf, Mr. Andrew Macaulay, joins us for episode #251 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about the truly revolutionary company that has helped grow the game of golf. In this episode, we discuss the technology behind Topgolf, how the concept came about, their expansion across the country, how you don’t have to be an avid golfer to enjoy the Topgolf experience and much more. Take a listen to our podcast!

President of Titleist Golf, Steve Pelisek, joins us for episode #249 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to introduce the new Titleist 818 line of hybrids and the distance iron side of the new 718 line in the 718 T-MB, 718 AP1, and 718 AP3. In the second part of this episode, we discuss the 818 H1 and H2 hybrids, the 718 T-MB, 718 AP1 and 718 AP3 irons, the different shapes and looks of the hybrids, how these clubs can benefit your game, what players are using on tour, how Titleist puts ...

President of Titleist Golf, Steve Pelisek, joins us for episode #248 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to introduce the new Titleist 718 line of irons. In part one of this episode, we discuss the new family of irons in the 718 line, what players are using on tour, the technology that is instituted into each club, how a large majority of players are integrating split iron bags, and how the new Titleist 718 line has an iron designed for players of all skill levels. Take a listen to our p...

The Senior Director of Irons at TaylorMade Golf, Mr. Tomo Bystedt, joins us for episode #250 of the Worldwide Golf Shops Insider Podcast to talk about the P700 series of irons. In this episode, we discuss the new P790 and P730 line of irons from TaylorMade Golf, the new technology instituted in the irons, what types of players would benefit most from what iron in the P700 line, and much more. Take a listen to our podcast and visit a Worldwide Golf Shops location near you to try out the P700 line...

The Golf Club Engineer for Mizuno, Chris Voshall, joins us for episode #247 of the Golf Better Podcast to introduce the new MP-18 line of irons. In this episode, we discuss the new family of irons in the MP-18 line, the technology that is instituted into each club – including the upgraded HD Grain Flow Forge technology, how the MP-18 line has a club designed for every level of player, and much more. Take a listen to our podcast and visit a Worldwide Golf Shops location near you to try the Mizuno...

The Regional Sales Manager for Cleveland/Srixon/XXIO, Mr. Eddie Drye, joins us for episode #246 of the Golf Better Podcast to talk about the re-introduction of Cleveland Golf clubs into the golf market. In this episode, we discuss the new Launcher family of clubs from Cleveland Golf, how Cleveland clubs are made for the everyday golfer, how Cleveland developed the CBX irons, the launch of the Launcher HB irons and drivers, the technology behind the HB driver and irons, and much more! Take a list...

The Vice-President of Sales for FootJoy Golf, Jim Griffin, joins us for episode #245 of the Golf Better Podcast for a 2017 product catch-up. In this episode, we discuss the new products on the market like the FootJoy D.N.A. Helix line, what the pros are playing on tour and how their feedback inspires shoe design, the FootJoy Pure Touch Limited glove and many other hot products on the shelves in all Worldwide Golf Shops location. Take a listen to our podcast and visit a Worldwide Golf Shops locat...

The President of Ping Golf, John K. Solheim, joins us for episode #244 of the Golf Better Podcast with some exciting news regarding the launch of the new Ping G400 line. In this episode, we discuss the up and coming G400 woods, crossovers and hybrids, the hotter clubface that is in the G400 woods, hybrids and crossovers that launches the ball off the clubface to provide tour like distances, how they can improve the average golfers game and the importance of getting fit by a professional to get t...

The President of Ping Golf, John K. Solheim, joins us for episode #243 of the Golf Better Podcast with some exciting news regarding the launch of the new PING G400 line. In this episode, we discuss the up and coming G400 Irons, the face flex technology in the G400 irons that launches the ball off the clubface to provide Tour like distances, how they can improve the average golfers game and the importance of getting fit by a professional to get the most out of your irons. Take a listen to our pod...

The President of Ping Golf, John K. Solheim, joins us for episode #242 of the Golf Better Podcast with some exciting news regarding the launch of the new PING G400 line. In this episode, we discuss the up and coming G400 Driver, how Ping continues to lead the way in club aerodynamics, the different head options in the G400 driver and the new technology and look of the shaft. Take a listen to our podcast and visit a Worldwide Golf Shops location near you to get custom fit for the Ping G400 driver...