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  • 94. Rick Maese on the termination of the National Links Trust lease

    94. Rick Maese on the termination of the National Links Trust lease
    Jan 2 2026
    Washington Post reporter Rick Maese breaks down the Trump administration’s termination of the lease held by the National Links Trust for operation of the three golf courses on National Park Service land in Washington, DC. The conversation traces the timeline, the ambiguous notice of default, and what those moves could signal for the future of these historic properties. Maese offers insight into the unusual nature of the lease termination process, the role of the Department of the Interior, and the political and legal consequences that may follow. The discussion also looks ahead to potential new leaseholders and what is at stake […]
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    40 min
  • 93. Barry Svrluga on the Fight for D.C.’s Public Golf Courses

    93. Barry Svrluga on the Fight for D.C.’s Public Golf Courses
    Dec 24 2025
    Washington Post columnist Barry Svrluga joins the podcast to unpack the unfolding controversy surrounding Washington, D.C.’s three public golf courses at Langston, Rock Creek Park, and East Potomac. Barry breaks down what the Trump administration’s notice of default against the National Links Trust means for the 50-year lease, why affordable public golf in the nation’s capital is at stake, and how this battle has broader implications for access, community golf culture, and federal influence over municipal facilities. Listen or watch Episode 93 below! https://youtu.be/LTmOEwWVFuk
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    32 min
  • SB 12. Writing a Golf Travel Book, Weird Golf, X-Country Golf Course

    SB 12. Writing a Golf Travel Book, Weird Golf, X-Country Golf Course
    Nov 15 2025
    Josh joins to discuss Where the Fairway Ends, his Nova Scotia golf road-trip book with his dog, his Weird Golf map project of unusual courses throughout the country, and his plan to build a cross-country golf course inspired by Australia’s Nullarbor Links. weirdgolf.com
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    38 min
  • 92. Lauren Greenlief - 7x VSGA Women's Golfer of the Year

    92. Lauren Greenlief - 7x VSGA Women's Golfer of the Year
    Oct 16 2025
    Lauren Greenlief has long been one of the faces of Virginia amateur golf — a seven-time state Golfer of the Year and the 2015 U.S. Women’s Mid-Am Champion. Fresh off another impressive run at the 2025 Mid-Am, she joins the pod to talk about staying competitive at the highest level while managing a demanding full-time career. Lauren shares how she balances practice and preparation, what fuels her love for the game, and how she sets up her competitive schedule. We also dive into her Virginia roots, her connection to International Country Club, and how she has improved over time, in […]
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    45 min
  • 91. Rob Randall – Superintendent, Worthington Manor GC

    91. Rob Randall – Superintendent, Worthington Manor GC
    Sep 20 2025
    The summer of 2025 proved a major challenge for golf course superintendents across the Mid-Atlantic, as relentless heat and pounding rains pushed every aspect of course care to its limits. Worthington Manor Superintendent, Rob Randall joins to reflect on the season’s challenges, sharing how various grass types stood up to the test, why clear communication with golfers is essential during difficult stretches. The conversation highlights how superintendents set up the course with golfers in mind, keeping playability and enjoyment at the forefront. Listen or watch Episode 91 below! https://youtu.be/7PfSEMewyoc
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    52 min
  • SB 11. Volunteering at the Walker Cup, Inside the Ropes at the BMW, Rock Creek Park GC, Latest in the DMV

    SB 11. Volunteering at the Walker Cup, Inside the Ropes at the BMW, Rock Creek Park GC, Latest in the DMV
    Sep 12 2025
    Fresh off a week on the west coast, where he volunteered at Cypress Point and was able to play some of the best courses the Golden State has to offer, David Lee joins the Surrender Birdies pod for a second time. We discuss his experience volunteering at the Walker Cup, and his getting to play Pasatiempo, Cal Club & Lake Merced. The conversation moves to a few anecdotes of having inside the ropes access at Caves Valley for the BMW, and then on to some local DMV topics, including the latest at Rock Creek Park golf course. Listen to Episode […]
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    45 min
  • 90. Bernie Najar - Director of Instruction at Caves Valley Golf Club

    90. Bernie Najar - Director of Instruction at Caves Valley Golf Club
    Aug 11 2025
    With the PGA Tour descending on Caves Valley GC this week, we are joined by Bernie Najar, the Director of Instruction at the prestigious club. We discuss the upcoming BMW Championship, the recent renovations to the course, and the challenges it presents to players. He shares insights from his extensive experience in golf instruction, including working with world long-drive champion Kyle Berkshire. The discussion dives into the evolution of golf instruction, the importance of understanding speed and power in the game, and the philosophy behind his recent books on golf. Najar emphasizes the significance of adapting techniques to individual players […]
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    1 h et 10 min
  • 89. Ford Martin - US Adaptive Open competitor

    89. Ford Martin - US Adaptive Open competitor
    Jul 6 2025
    Ford Martin breaks down his rise in the world of adaptive golf, from overcoming neurogenic club foot to earning a global top-10 ranking. He shares how his background in lacrosse shaped his competitive mindset, walks us through the process of qualifying for elite adaptive events and recounts some of his achievements in golf including winning the Congressional Club Championship and the Arizona Adaptive Open. As he gears up for the U.S. Adaptive Open at Woodmont, Ford offers a look at his training, strategy, and thoughts on where adaptive golf is headed next. Listen or watch episode 89 below! https://youtu.be/0Hf71yBVBW8
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    47 min