It's been a minute, but I got to sit down with Irish Golf's leading amateur Caolan Rafferty. We chat getting into golf, being part of the Maynooth Golf Program, playing Walker Cup, his more recent activities as a part time green keeper at Dundalk Golf Club and his plan for the year ahead. There is a hidden code in the episode for FREE SHIPPING over at www.paddytalksgolf.com too. Super chat, great guy and an exquisite example of how to embrace a bucket hat! Follow Caolan here: Twitter: https://tw...
Mar 11, 2021•1 hr 12 min
We are in lockdown in Ireland. Level 5. No Golf. So all us golfer's are doing is dreaming of our next day on the links. As such, I am having loads of conversations on where will we go and experience post lockdown, what is our golfing hitlist? Enter the Kings of Irish Golf Trips, Matt Ginella, Tom Coyne and Matt Adams as we discuss the many Golfing Mecca's around this country, Hidden Gem's, Secret Stories and Culture Day Activities. This was an absolute indulgence to put together and I hope you e...
Feb 25, 2021•1 hr 12 min
Football, Golf, Journalism, back to Golf and also an interest in Mozart it would seem. Peter Finch is quite the chap and has one of the most successful golfing youtube channels in the world. We chat golf, training, youtube, social media, life, audiobooks and more! It was an absolute pleasure to press record on this one and bring you a side or Peter we don't often see or hear. I hope you enjoy it and consider leaving a podcast review. Here is where you can find Mr. Finch: Youtube: https://www.you...
Feb 19, 2021•1 hr 9 min
Chatting with people such as Chris Gallaher is one of the reasons I started this podcast in the first place. To learn about the great golf centre of excellences' across the country, especially in Junior Golf and learning about how the people within those setups and academies approach the game and they're teaching of it. Chris has a passion for high performance golf and working with committed junior golfers. This shines through in our chat and I hope you enjoy it. Make sure to follow Chris and Jo...
Feb 11, 2021•42 min
I love these chats. I hope you do too. This week it's Conor O'Rourke and a view into life as a touring golf professional and the hard work, determination, mindset and outlook one needs to have, especially in a world in lockdown. Be sure to follow Conor here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conororourke62 Twitter: https://twitter.com/ConorORourke62 If you enjoyed the show, please leave a review. Interested in more content? Check out www.paddygolf.com and join the Timesheet over there. This p...
Feb 04, 2021•38 min
Hey folks we are back in action! This week's episode is the first in 2021, so a very Happy New Year to you all. Over the holiday period I always take note of goals to strive and achieve over the next twelve months. This year, I put it out you all of you also to send me in your goals and together we can push each other forward and hold each other accountable. I hope you enjoy this slightly new format and once the lost data on my laptop is recovered I can upload the YouTube video of this episode t...
Jan 28, 2021•23 min
What a chat to round off the year! Colin Byrne, Bagman to the Elite, joins me this week to discuss how he got started on Tour along with the changes he has seen in the came from inside the ropes. We delve down a couple of rabbit holes and he possibly has the best walk on song of the year! Support Colin by purchasing one of his books: - Bagman - Bagman2 - The Little White Ball Don't forget to Join the Timesheet at www.paddygolf.com PaddyTalks Golf is presented by www.seedgolf.com and sponsored by...
Dec 22, 2020•46 min
Like many of my guests, I followed them for years! This week's chat with one of the founders of @TheClub is one I thought never possible such is their following and influence on golf's image in the modern day. I really enjoyed sitting down, remotely, with Ryan Curtis co-founder of @TheClub and discussing everything from early days of picking a make shift club up to how golf can change for the good. If you aren't following The Club you can do so here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheClub Instagra...
Dec 15, 2020•52 min
Ken Kearney is on this week's show and it is conversations like this one which fuels me to keep pressing record. Ken's outlook on the game, his approach to golf, it's design, culture and his inclusive nature evokes all the great things this game can and should be for all. I hope you enjoy the show. Follow Ken here: Website: https://www.kearneygolfdesign.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KenKearneyGD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kenkearneygolfdesign/ PaddyTalks Golf is presented by www.se...
Dec 02, 2020•51 min
Aaron joins me for a wide-ranging conversation about his career, amateur days, Jacques Leglise Trophy (where we might have met but we'll never know!), and how he approaches life at Wake Forest, supporting his athletes and walks us through the complex world of collegiate golf scholarships, NCCA rules and spending maybe too much time with Pedro O'Malley. If you’ve listened to our other podcasts with Douglas folk, you know this one is going to be good! Get following Aaron here: Instagram: https://w...
Nov 25, 2020•45 min
I love golf, Irish Golf and especially the elite amateurs who back themselves, their game and mental wits for life on tour. Conor Purcell is one such man who has executed quite well on his plans to date. From going full time amateur, to his approach to his first year as a pro, it was refreshing and massively insightful to learn of his approach to the game. Make sure to follow Conor here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/conorp45 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conor__purcell Where you can, plea...
Nov 18, 2020•41 min
Super chat with the one and only, Mr. Statsman himself, Conor Nolan. We are chatting all about the Masters at Augusta National this week. Is it Bryson DeChambeau's tournament to lose, is it Rory's Year, can Tiger Woods go back to back? Who are the trending up golfers statistics wise and who have we picked that might do the business this week. Get involved, share the show, leave a review and enjoy Master's week! You can follow Conor here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnolan11 Twitter: htt...
Nov 12, 2020•30 min
Eoin started his professional career as an assistant professional at Kilkenny Golf Club under former PGA Captain Jimmy Bolger. After completing his degree in Professional golf Eoin started coaching at a number of locations in the south of Ireland and had good success with his clients at local and national level. In April 2018 Eoin joined the coaching team at Kinsealy Grange in north Dublin where he is currently based and has further increased his reputation for been one of Ireland's leading go...
Nov 05, 2020•47 min
This episode has been a week on the waiting list thanks to Lockdown here in Ireland however this chat was truly worth waiting for. Hugh Foley is a man with a plan, a meal plan! Looking to continue conquering the Irish Amateur scene for another year before looking at professional options, it was great to talk candidly about that Hugh Grant, Love Actually scene remake and the scenes as they unfolded in Rosapenna as he clinched the Irish Close Championship. Thank you for pressing play. Please leave...
Oct 28, 2020•30 min
This episode was put together thanks to the time, honesty, transparency and collaboration of Ken Kearney, Valerie Keating, Barry Scott, Phillip Reid, Padraig MacLochlainn and Mark Ruddy. Together we react to the Level 5 Lockdown and closure of ALL Irish Golf Courses in the Republic, what we are going to Stop, Start and Continue doing over the next few week, what we look forward to when golf does come back and whether we will approach it differently and can we as members of our golf clubs, as the...
Oct 24, 2020•1 hr 1 min
This week's episode is another one that has been in the works with a long time! Almost a year! I'm delighted that Nils Conway is on this week's episode to tell you all about his new facility as part of the Spawell Golf Complex. Get following Nils here: Website: https://nilsconwaygolffit.ie/ Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/nilsconwaygolf1 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nilsconwaygolffit Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nilsconwaygolffit/ As always, this podcast is brought to you thanks...
Oct 14, 2020•30 min
This week's episode has been in the works with a long time! Golf in Dubai has always been of interest to me and I'm delighted that Jamie McConnell is on this week's episode to tell you his story in golf and golf in Dubai. Get following Jamie and the Claude Harmon Academy here: Website: https://www.ch3performancegolf.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm5M9ifsaufwO2NUai9_Vbg Twitter: https://twitter.com/jmgolfcoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jmgolfcoach Facebook: https://www....
Oct 02, 2020•39 min
This week Tom Hayward, Tour Director at The Clutch Pro Tour explains how he is spearheading a new breed of open access professional golf tournaments. High quality competitive opportunities with big prize funds and a mission to become the most influential tour in Europe by delivering an unrivalled competitive experience, incorporating the finest venues and career-launching prize money. The Clutch Pro Tour has expanded rapidly, staging high quality events with innovative formats and reward schemes...
Sep 24, 2020•38 min
A man who has been long on my hitlist (since this Podcast started!), the Tullamore man and former #1 Irish Amateur Golfer and now Irish Professional plying his trade whilst also trading currencies, Stuart Grehan is on this week's show. A man I've earmarked to have a breakthrough year in 2021, the Irish "Tommy Fleetwood" if you will! Be sure to follow Stuart and support him and his endeavours: Twitter: https://twitter.com/stewyy69 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stuartgrehan Share the show w...
Sep 18, 2020•42 min
Questions via Instagram and Twitter. From work, compartmentalising, training ads, golf handicaps, club management and more! Thank you all for your questions and I hope you enjoy this episode of opinions! Please leave a review of this podcast where you can and share the show with your family and friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 11, 2020•27 min
Recorded back in lockdown but now bringing this episode to you in all it's glory, it was truly a smashing chat with All American and Wake Forest Golf Demon Deacon, Lauren Walsh. Since this was recorded and we have all returned to the golf course, Lauren has been prolific in recent tournaments too! If you like the episode, please do leave a review. Make sure to give Lauren a follow on social media and lend your support to her endeavours going forward: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauren_w...
Sep 04, 2020•43 min
I love good ideas. I love entrepreneurship. I love golf. So when all three combine, I go into overdrive! It was a great chat, albeit remotely, with Aidan Power the CEO and Founder of PowerThru Golf an innovative and disruptive start up who are about to take the golf industry by storm by all accounts! If your into technology, golf and business, this episode is definitely one for you! To get in touch or to find out more about PowerThru Golf: Website: https://powerthrugolf.com/ Twitter: https://twi...
Aug 28, 2020•33 min
Not one 57, but a man who has shot 57 three times! David Carey is on this week's show and explains his current pursuit of more swing speed, his awe of Ben Hogan and has quite a walk on song to boot also! Having turned pro at 18, David is a Ping, Titleist and Footjoy player whilst is a proud member of Team Ireland Golf. Make sure to follow David in his endeavours: Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidcareygolf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidcareygolf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
Aug 13, 2020•37 min
One of my favourite discussions on the Podcast to date. It was an honour to have the co-founder of Modest! Golf Management, Mark McDonnell on for a chat. We get stuck into his background and how his career thus far has brought him to what I would say is my dream job! *Spoiler* Niall Horan may or not be mentioned in this episode. Modest! Golf Management really are changing the game in terms of how a management company operates and the projects and initiatives they get involved in. Make sure to fo...
Jul 30, 2020•34 min
I still can't believe this guy was on the show! What a great guy. Jeff Pelizzaro of 18Strong tells us the story and origins of 18Strong, the studio, the programs, the podcast and what the future will look like. If you like the episode, please do leave a review. Ultimate Golf Workout Guide: www.18STRONG.com/paddy Make sure to give Jeff + 18Strong a follow on social media and lend your support to their endeavours going forward: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/18strong_ Twitter: https://twitte...
Jul 23, 2020•33 min
It was fantastic to "virtually" sit down with Olivia Mehaffey for this episode. Olivia has long been a golf protege and a leading amateur worldwide. A four-time All American and beating Phil Mickelson's records to beat the band at Arizona State, it was great to learn more about how Olivia got into the game, her approach, her strategies for improvement and her goals going forward. Olivia also has a banging walk-on song! If you like the episode, please do leave a review. Make sure to give Olivia a...
Jul 15, 2020•30 min
Whilst I poke fun at a possible Lahinch vs Portmarnock Golf Club rivalry, PGC is one of the greatest clubs and courses on this island of ours. It was superb to have a chat with John "The Lantern" Greene on how he became part of the club coming from Carlow, winning the South of Ireland at Lahinch and the trojan work Portmarnock are doing in investing and developing in their Junior Section. This is the final episode of Season Two! Thank you all for pressing play. Season Three starts up real soon w...
Jun 03, 2020•51 min
I've been looking forward to this particular chat for a while! Superb to get into the mindset of one of Irish elite golfers. Peter O'Keeffe has literally done it all. Played Elite Amateur Golf, American University Golf Scholarship, Turned Pro, Regained Amateur Status, Returned to Elite Amateur Status and now ranked bank inside the top 200 in the world, started his own business. A true high performer and top achiever. I loved this chat and I hope you do too. It was a pleasure to speak with Peter ...
May 29, 2020•39 min
Once Ireland's top ranked amateur, Wake Forest alumni and now promising member of the professional ranks, the Island's Paul McBride is on the show this week. We have chat about his journey through amateur golf, what college golf was like in the States at Wake Forest, Walker Cups and also a memory of a certain Bulgarian caddy! It was a pleasure to speak with Paul and I hope you enjoy the listen. Make sure to leave a review, share the show with your family and friends and please make your way over...
May 13, 2020•46 min
What is Trackman? Why is Trackman so expensive? What ROI can you expect? Is it just for the professionals? What about Simulator Golf and Home Golf Studios? Will there be a cheaper Trackman model available soon? I ask all these questions and more of Michael Malone, Sales Director - TrackMan Europe. It was a pleasure to speak with Mike and I hope you enjoy the listen. Make sure to leave a review, share the show with your family and friends and please make your way over to www.paddygolf.com and joi...
Apr 30, 2020•35 min
