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A weekly podcast from the makers of McKellar golf journal. Hosted by Lawrence Donegan.
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McKellar Golf Podcast #45: Keith Pelley

McKellarJun 03, 2020

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McKellar Golf Podcast #110 The Tao of Peter Malnati

McKellar Golf Podcast #110 The Tao of Peter Malnati

Jam-packed show this week. Shackelford and Donegan are joined by Friend of the Pod Bob Harig to discuss his new book delving into the legacy of Tiger Woods, Drive. Before that, our hosts discuss Peter Malnati's great win on the PGA Tour, homemade putting strokes versus orthodox putting strokes, and the importance of muni golf.

Mar 25, 202401:34:54
McKellar GolfPodcast #109 Nassau, Here We Come!

McKellar GolfPodcast #109 Nassau, Here We Come!

Lots of golf, and lots of golf politics this week. Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan talk about a fantastic Players championship - from Scheffler's performance to NBC's return to golf broadcasting form, from the booing of Jay to Wyndham's impersonation for Michael Flatley in the Sawgrass rough. We also discuss the Nassau peace talks.

Mar 19, 202401:21:50
McKellar Golf Podcast #108 The Future of Golf. Jay Monahan Reveals ...Not Very Much

McKellar Golf Podcast #108 The Future of Golf. Jay Monahan Reveals ...Not Very Much

This week Shack and Donegan are joined by Friend of the Pod, the Guardian's Ewan Murray, to discuss today's Jay Monahan's "State of the Tour" press conference - what he said, and what he left unsaid. We try our best to decode the commissioner's grumpy demeanor and excessive verbiage. Our hosts then discuss Bay Hill, the "mashing" habits of our PGA Tour heroes and the Netflix portrayal of the Ryder Cup "boys' club".

Mar 12, 202401:23:22
McKellar Golf Podcast #107 LIV's World Ranking Woes

McKellar Golf Podcast #107 LIV's World Ranking Woes

A lot of LIV this week as Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan dissect the latest OGWR twist, access to the Majors for the Saudi crew and the Anthony Kim car crash. We check in on the "Events of June 6th" ask the big question - WTF is Rory up to? Finally, we say farewell to Keith Pelley, eternal optimist ground down by the golf wars.

Mar 06, 202401:23:22
McKellar Golf Podcast #106 European Golf Ascendant

McKellar Golf Podcast #106 European Golf Ascendant

A worldwide show this week as Shackelford and Donegan discuss the success of Europeans on the PGA Tour, golf in Africa and the Middle East, the Masters' invites and, last and most certainly least, "The Match".

Feb 27, 202401:17:10
McKellar Golf Podcast #105 The Podcast Annual Outing Edition

McKellar Golf Podcast #105 The Podcast Annual Outing Edition

Our two hosts made it to the Genesis Invitaional this year and look back on a fantastic event from the perspective of a media member (Geoff) and as a fan (Lawrence). Our hosts also discuss the appointment of a new Walker Cup captain for GB&I, throw out some gossip about the, ahem, "negotiations" between PGAT and LIV, and disagree over just about everything else. A fun episode.

Feb 21, 202458:11
McKellar Golf Podcast #104 Riviera Country Club Edition

McKellar Golf Podcast #104 Riviera Country Club Edition

The PGA Tour heads to Riviera CC this week and Geoff Shackelford is here to explain the subtle changes that have improved two of the best greens in golf, and why the legendary LA venue is one of the best spectator experiences in the game. Amateur sociologist Lawrence Donegan asks the question - what does the Shitshow at Scottsdale say about the state of the United States.

Feb 14, 202401:13:36
McKellar Golf Podcast #103 LIV Golf's Coming Out Party?

McKellar Golf Podcast #103 LIV Golf's Coming Out Party?

Bad weather turned into good fortune for LIV Golf this weekend. Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan discuss the first head-to-head match up between the PGA Tour and LIV "product. Pebble Beach or Mayacoba - which tournament provided the best entertainment/competition.

Feb 08, 202401:19:27
McKellar Golf Podcast #102 Behold! PGA Tour Enterprises is Born

McKellar Golf Podcast #102 Behold! PGA Tour Enterprises is Born

An emergency podcast featuring Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan arguing about the prospects for the PGA Tour now that it is a for-profit enterprise part owned by a bunch of private equity sharks.

Feb 01, 202401:00:14
McKellar Golf Podcast #101 A Signature Pebble Beach Edition

McKellar Golf Podcast #101 A Signature Pebble Beach Edition

Shackelford and Donegan discuss the AT&T at Pebble Beach, one of the highlight events of the PGA Tour season, as well as the the start of the LIV Golf 2024 season. And for those who can't get enough speculation about what the future of pro golf might look like -we've got plenty of that, too.



Jan 30, 202401:11:08
McKellar Golf Podcast #100 There's No Kidnapping in Golf. Or is there?

McKellar Golf Podcast #100 There's No Kidnapping in Golf. Or is there?

As Yasir Al-Rumyyan moves ever closer to controlling professional golf, Geoff Shacklford and Lawrence Donegan discuss The Athletic's sensational exclusive portraying Mr LIV Golf as an alleged participant in yet more sinister behaviour by the Saudi Crown Prince. In other news, our hosts assess the PGA Tour's downward spiral, with gloomy news being delivered from the likes of Webb Simpson. There's also golf - Hawaii! Dubai! -and a whole lot more. We also assess the contributions of Keith Pelley and Martin Slumbers as they get ready to leave the stage. A packed show, hence it's 90 minutes long.

Jan 18, 202401:32:13
McKellar Golf Podcast #99 The PGA Tour- Unfit for Purpose?

McKellar Golf Podcast #99 The PGA Tour- Unfit for Purpose?

Packed show this week. Shack and Donegan talk Kapalua, the disfunctionality of the PGA Tour, Tiger and Nike, and take discuss Rory McIlroy's "plan" for a world tour of golf.

Jan 10, 202401:09:50
McKellar Golf Podcast #98 Predictions for 2024

McKellar Golf Podcast #98 Predictions for 2024

A bit of fun this week as Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan play Carnac the Magnificent and look ahead to the next year in golf. All predictions to be taken with a healthy dose of scepticism.

Jan 02, 202401:23:31
McKellar Golf Podcast #97 "Golf Wars": The End Game?

McKellar Golf Podcast #97 "Golf Wars": The End Game?

LIV drops the hammer with Rahm, and the PGA Tour picks its partner for the dance. Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan discuss the revived prospect of a deal being reached between the protagonists in what Sports Illustrated this week called the "golf wars". Friend of the Pod Josh Carpenter, assistant editor of Sports Business Journal, joins to discuss Wells Fargo's decision to end its sponsorship of the event at Quail Hollow and what it means for the Tour's business.

Dec 13, 202301:21:25
McKellar Golf Podcast #96 Jon Rahm Leaves For LIV

McKellar Golf Podcast #96 Jon Rahm Leaves For LIV

The death knell for the PGA Tour? Jon Rahm leaves for LIV. Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan picks their way through the latest stage in the PGA Tour's drive towards self-destruction..

Dec 08, 202301:05:26
McKellar Golf Podcast #95 The Golf Ball Roll Back Special Edition

McKellar Golf Podcast #95 The Golf Ball Roll Back Special Edition

It's been 20 years in the making but finally the R&A and USGA move to roll back the golf ball. Geoff Shackelford joins Lawrence Donegan to explain what is happening and why it took so long .

Dec 06, 202355:52
McKellar Golf Podcast #94 PGA Tour Commissioner Tiger Woods Speaks

McKellar Golf Podcast #94 PGA Tour Commissioner Tiger Woods Speaks

Tiger Woods is back playing competitive golf and ruling the roost. Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan discuss Tiger's dressing down of Jay Monahan and what he's new role as de facto Commisssioner means for the Tour. They also discuss the USGA/R&A impending announcement on the golf ball and celebrate what it might mean for golf.

Nov 30, 202301:14:37
McKellar Golf Podcast #93 The Netflix Shitshow

McKellar Golf Podcast #93 The Netflix Shitshow

This week Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan discuss Rory MCIlroy's resignation from the PGA Tour's policy board, the latest news from the negotiations over the future of professional golf, and disaster that was Netflix's first foray into live golf streaming. Also, we give a shout out to Youth on Course - leading the way in actually growing the game, as opposed to talking about growing the game.

Nov 16, 202356:42
McKellar Golf Podcast #92 All Golf Business, Not a Lot of Golf

McKellar Golf Podcast #92 All Golf Business, Not a Lot of Golf

Feels like the money men (and it's mostly men) have been dominating the golf world this past week. Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan dissect the news that the PGA Tour is in the final stages of finding a "private equity partner" that will fund its future as a for-profit business and take a look at the shortlist. The made-for-TV TGL golf league is gearing up for a January launch. What do Shack and Lawrence think of the idea? Find out here.

Nov 08, 202301:06:34
McKellar Golf Podcast #91 Golf Course Rankings Suck. Official!

McKellar Golf Podcast #91 Golf Course Rankings Suck. Official!

This week Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan discuss the genius of Royal Melbourne, more rumours as the VC big cats circle the world of pro golf, Luke Donald and 2025 Ryder Cup. They are joined by Friend of the Pod David Jones - aka UKGolfGuy - to discuss Golf magazine's world top 100 ranking list.

Nov 01, 202301:27:01
McKellar Golf Podcast #90 The Alan Shipnuck Edition

McKellar Golf Podcast #90 The Alan Shipnuck Edition

This week Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan the 2023 Asia Pacific Amateur at Royal Melbourne and the latest developments in the "Framework Agreement"machinations. The main event, however, is a chat with Alan Shipnuck about his new book on the LIV business, LIV and Let Die.



Oct 25, 202301:22:03
McKellar Golf Podcast #89 The Peter Dawson Fan Club Edition

McKellar Golf Podcast #89 The Peter Dawson Fan Club Edition

OWGR Chairman Peter Dawson announces LIV Golf is ineligible for world ranking points. Shackelford and Donegan discuss the (very plausible) case he makes. Our hosts also check in on how the "framework agreement" between PIF and the PGA Tour is doing, and celebrate the news that Portmarnock GC may have made its way onto the Open rota. A fun-packed show.

Oct 12, 202301:08:09
McKellar Golf Podcast #88 Ryder Cup 2023. That Was Fun

McKellar Golf Podcast #88 Ryder Cup 2023. That Was Fun

This week Geoff Shackelfordand Lawrence Donegan discuss the biggest story of there week in golf. And also takealook back at the 2023 Ryder Cup in Rome, the golf and all the off-course shenanigans.

Oct 02, 202301:18:40
McKellar Golf Podcast #87 The 2023 Ryder Cup Preview

McKellar Golf Podcast #87 The 2023 Ryder Cup Preview

On the eve of the 2023 Ryder Cup, Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan are joined by Mark Cannizzaro of the New York Post to look ahead to next week's contest in Italy. We also touch of on the touchiness of the modern day professional golfer.



Sep 25, 202301:07:27
McKellar Golf Podcast #86 PGA TOUR/PIF and "The events of June 6th".

McKellar Golf Podcast #86 PGA TOUR/PIF and "The events of June 6th".

After a summer hiatus, your favorite smarty-pants golf Podcast is back. We catch up on Shackelford and Donegan's summer travels, discuss the Ryder Cup and drop a few hints about the hints currently circulating that suggests the PGA Tour, in the parlance of the 1950s American domestic drama, might be "fooling around" with someone else while the PIF is pre-occupied with avoiding scrutiny from the US Senate.

Sep 20, 202356:03
McKellar Golf Podcast #85 The PGA Tour and the Ball Rollback. An Emergency Show!

McKellar Golf Podcast #85 The PGA Tour and the Ball Rollback. An Emergency Show!

In a special show the legendary Mike Clayton joins Shackelford and Donegan to discuss the PGA Tour's decision to ignore years of negotiations with, an accommodations by, the USGA and R&A, over a proposal to roll back the ball "elite competition golf". It's an elevated chat, even though we say so ourselves.

Jul 28, 202349:35
McKellar Golf Podcast #84 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegandiscuss Brian Harman's win at the 2023 Open Championship.

McKellar Golf Podcast #84 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegandiscuss Brian Harman's win at the 2023 Open Championship.

A feisty episode this week, with Geoff on his way to the bookies to collect on the stunning Sepp Straka EW bet and Lawrence gets Rory's putting "coach: Bad Faxton off his chest (not literally, of course). Good fun.

Jul 25, 202301:10:45
McKellar Golf Podcast #83 2023 Open Championship Preview

McKellar Golf Podcast #83 2023 Open Championship Preview

With Geoff Shackelford stymied by technical issues, Lawrence Donegan is joined by the legendary Mike Clayton to take a look ahead to this week's Open at Royal Liverpool. And a for a very special "Royal Liverpool" Friend of the Pod segment, we are joined by golf coach Alex Murray, whose insight on Tiger Woods' preparations for the 2006 Open could change the way golf historians will look back on Tiger's famously "strategic"approach when he won at Hoylake that year. A must listen.

Jul 20, 202301:07:34
McKellar Golf Podcast #82 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan on the PGA Tour Senate Hearing

McKellar Golf Podcast #82 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan on the PGA Tour Senate Hearing

This week Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan got together immediately after the Senate Committee hearing into the PGA Tour/Saudi "arrangement" to discuss what was said and, more stunningly, what was revealed in the documents released by the committe. We also talked about the 2023 US Women's Open at Pebble.

Jul 11, 202301:25:58
McKellar Golf Podcast #81 Geoff Shackelford  and Lawrence Donegan review the  2023 US Open Championship

McKellar Golf Podcast #81 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan review the 2023 US Open Championship

A very special show this week as Lawrence Donegan talks to Geoff Shackelford about his 2023 US Open week at Los Angeles Country Club, a major championship played on a George Thomas course that Geoff helped restore to its former glory. Some great insights and anecdotes from Shack. A must listen.

Jun 21, 202301:11:10
McKellar Golf Podcast #80 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan with preview of the 2023 US Open Championship

McKellar Golf Podcast #80 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan with preview of the 2023 US Open Championship

Geoff Shackelford look ahead to this week's US Open at LA Country Club's North course.

Jun 13, 202350:48
McKellar Golf Podcast #79 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan on the PGA Tour's deal with the devil.

McKellar Golf Podcast #79 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan on the PGA Tour's deal with the devil.

Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan discuss the joint announcement by the PGA Tour and Saudi's Public Investment Fund that they are going into business together, to hell with the promises, the faux morality and the moral blackmail. It was hard to know where to start with the shit show to end all shit shows, but we gave it our best shot.

Jun 07, 202301:02:58
McKellar Golf Podcast #78 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan put the world of golf to rights....again.

McKellar Golf Podcast #78 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan put the world of golf to rights....again.

The brand new edition of McKellar magazine is out!! And so is Shackelford's new book!! To celebrate these great events, Geoff and Lawrence finally solve every problem still facing the game of golf, amateur and professional. All in the space of an hour. You are so welcome.

Jun 02, 202301:00:33
McKellar Golf Podcast #77 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan with a PGA Championship preview

McKellar Golf Podcast #77 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan with a PGA Championship preview

Geoff and Lawrence look ahead to Glory's third last shot of 2023 on the the wonderfully restored Oak Hills golf course. They also discuss a fresh injection of nastiness in the LIV/PGA Tour battle with the news that the US Department of Justice's is making a serious effort to investigate anti-trust allegations against the PGA Tour.

May 18, 202354:17
McKellar Golf Podcast #76 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan with no special guests

McKellar Golf Podcast #76 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan with no special guests

After a health-induced hiatus, Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan discuss the big events of the week in golf - Tiger's "retirement", European Tour cracks the whip on LIV, the "carpet bombing" TV coverage of major championships, the rise and rise of No Laying Up, Donald Trump's dodgy dealings with the Saudis attracts the interest of special counsel Jack Smith. A great conversation this week.

May 12, 202301:00:16
McKellar Golf Podcast #75 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with Friend of the Pod, Stanford coach Conrad Ray

McKellar Golf Podcast #75 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with Friend of the Pod, Stanford coach Conrad Ray

This week Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan looolook back at the first women's major championship of the year, and bring some breaking news (kinda) on the future Open Championship hopes of beloved member of the championship rota. They are joined by Friend of the Pod, Stanford men's golf coach Conrad Ray, who offers his insight on the rapidly changing landscape (to say the least) of college golf. Be prepared to become well-informed.

Apr 27, 202301:20:16
McKellar Golf Podcast #74 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan on this week in the world of golf

McKellar Golf Podcast #74 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan on this week in the world of golf

The brand new edition of McKellar magazine is now available for sale and to celebrate the occasion Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan dial up the "hot take" factor in their regular look back on events in golf - Slow play! Patrick Cantlay! Harbour Town! Brooks Kopeka's splayed left hand! Scotty Scheffler - nice guy, or not? What's next for the CEO of Symphony Ventures ! Fred Ridley! And please buy the new issue of McKellar. here is the link.


https://www.mckellarmagazine.com/product/issue-7/

Apr 19, 202301:11:58
McKellar Golf Podcast #73 Lawrence Donegan and Mike Clayton, with a special guest.

McKellar Golf Podcast #73 Lawrence Donegan and Mike Clayton, with a special guest.

This week regular host Lawrence Donegan is joined by the Aussie legend Mike Clayton for a Master's week podcast about all things golf. They are joined from Augusta by this week's Friend of the Pod, Geoff Shackelford.
Apr 05, 202301:22:20
McKellar Golf Podcast #72 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan with their Masters Preview

McKellar Golf Podcast #72 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan with their Masters Preview

The 2023 Masters is almost upon us. Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan look ahead to what promises to be a fantastic week at Augusta National Golf Club.

Mar 30, 202301:10:29
McKellar Golf Podcast #71 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with  guest, Nick O'Hern

McKellar Golf Podcast #71 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with guest, Nick O'Hern

In the latest episode our intrepid hosts discuss this week's big events in golf - the demise of the World Matchplay, belt tightening at LIVGolf , the changing face of golf's "media establishment", and Rory McIlroy's ability to identify and ride that wave, plus his frankly stunning (and smart) intervention in the ball rollback debate. Friend of the Pod is Nick O'Hern, matchplay conqueror of Tiger Woods and one of shortest hitters to ever make a serious living on the PGA Tour.

Mar 23, 202301:31:13
McKellar Golf Podcast #70 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with extra special guest, author Geoff Shackelford.

McKellar Golf Podcast #70 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with extra special guest, author Geoff Shackelford.

This week our intrepid hosts wander through the thick undergrowth of the week in golf, celebrating the wonders of state and local golf associations and berating the conspicuous capitalism of college golf team that fly private. What are we teaching these kids? We look back at the Players and ahead to Scottie Scheffler's Masters champions' dinner. Our Friend of the Pod is Geoff Shackelford, author of 2004 "classic" (it says here) The Future of Golf which looked forward to the day when  USGA and R&A would take steps to rein in modern equipment.  Geoff  gives his  views on this week's epochal (it says here) announcement that the governing bodies are about to do exactly that.




Mar 17, 202301:28:29
McKellar Golf Podcast #69 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with guest, former PGA Tour pro Joe Ogilvie

McKellar Golf Podcast #69 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with guest, former PGA Tour pro Joe Ogilvie

This week Geoff and Lawrence are joined by Friend of the Pod, Joe Ogilvie, one of the smartest, most thoughtful guys to ever play in the professional ranks. Joe, once touted as a future PGA Tour commissioner, gives us his thoughts on the tour's proposed schedule changes  for 2024, both the good and the baffling, and what one version of the future might hold for LIV.  It is definitely an "elevated" discussion. Before that, our co-hosts talk women's college golf, NBC's coverage, and this week's Players championship. We give Jay Monahan's press-Players press conference the Rotten Tomatoes treatment (look away now, Jay!)

Mar 08, 202301:31:15
McKellar Golf Podcast #68 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with guest, James Corrigan of the Telegraph newspaper

McKellar Golf Podcast #68 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with guest, James Corrigan of the Telegraph newspaper

This week Geoff and Lawrence discuss the PGA Tour's proposed schedule  for the 2024 season. Elevated events! No cuts! Limited Fields!  Does it all sound a little familiar?  We break down....sorry ... we break it all down.  In our irregular USGA segment, we look at the organisation's new "national development" plan, and at its proposal to allow rich old dudes to run amok at the Walker... (correction: endow the Walker Cup and Curtis Cup for future generations) . Friend of the pod this week is James Corrigan of the Telegraph, who  takes a look back at his trip to Mexico for last week's LIV event and looks ahead to what's next for the "renegade" golf  tour. It's a bumper show, especially for  anyone who enjoys a good "Donald Trump going into the dressing rooms at the Miss Universe pageant" metaphor. 



Mar 02, 202301:33:55
McKellar Golf Podcast #67 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with guest, LIV caddy Craig Connolly.

McKellar Golf Podcast #67 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with guest, LIV caddy Craig Connolly.

This week Geoff and Lawrence discuss a great 2023 Genesis Invitational at Riviera - Tiger's appearance (and performance), a compelling Sunday climax,  and they dissect the golf course, its genius and its flaws. They also chat about the Netflix documentary and the sad death of long-time rules official John Paramore. Long-time European and PGA Tour caddy Craig "The Weeman" Connolly  joins Lawrence to discuss his new life  working with Martin Kaymer on the LIV Tour, which starts  its 2nd season this week. Don't ever say we're not fair and balanced. 

Feb 22, 202301:16:17
McKellar Golf Podcast #66 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with guest David Dusek of Golfweek

McKellar Golf Podcast #66 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with guest David Dusek of Golfweek

On this week's podcast Lawrence and Geoff discuss the great Swilcan Bridge fiasco and what it says about the Old Course and the Links Trust. They look back at Peeble Beach and ahead to this week's millennial major, aka the Waste Management Open.  Friend of the Pod is David Dusek, senior writer at Golfweek, who brings his insight into forthcoming announcement from the governing bodies on how they aim to rein in distance in elite golf.

Feb 08, 202301:12:55
McKellar Golf Podcast #65 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with guest Brian Keogh

McKellar Golf Podcast #65 Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with guest Brian Keogh

On this week's podcast Lawrence and Geoff discuss what's going on in the world of golf - Rory, Reed, the advent (finally) of decent TV coverage of the PGA Tour, the telling shift in the marketing priorities of equipment manufacturers. They are joined by Brian Keogh of the Irish Independent, who talks about his experiences covering the teenage McIlory and takes a wider look at Irish golf in general.




Feb 01, 202301:10:02
McKellar Golf Podcast #64: Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with guest Iain Carter

McKellar Golf Podcast #64: Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with guest Iain Carter

This week Shackelford and Donegan get down in the dirt with everyone else and discuss the Dubai drive range free-for-all  (eyes rolling) between Rory McIlroy and P Reed. They also take a stroll through the biography of Reed's lawyer and  look back at exciting Sunday finishes in Abu Dhabi and Palm Springs. Friend of the Pod Iain Carter of the BBC checks in from Dubai and reports on the mood in and  around the Europea...sorry... DP World Tour. 

Jan 26, 202301:25:60
McKellar Golf Podcast #63: Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with guest Bob Harig.

McKellar Golf Podcast #63: Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan, with guest Bob Harig.

Our latest podcast with Shackelford and Donegan. This week they are joined  by Bob Harig of Sports Illustrated to discuss LIV Golf's new TV deal in the US with The CW Network, as well as Bob's book, "Tiger and Phil: Golf's Most Fascinating Rivalry".

Jan 19, 202301:15:40
McKellar Golf Podcast #62

McKellar Golf Podcast #62

A weekly podcast. Geoff Shackelford and Lawrence Donegan discuss the main events of the week in golf.

Jan 13, 202301:14:26
McKellar Golf Podcast #61: A Review of the 2022 Season

McKellar Golf Podcast #61: A Review of the 2022 Season

Lawrence Donegan and the great Geoff Shackelford look back on a tremendous (and tumultuous) year in the world of golf, from the major championships to the major bust-up between the PGA Tour and  LIV golf. Be warned - we only had an hour so we couldn't get round to everything, just highlights (and the lowlights), but  as always we had an entertaining, informed conversation. 


Show notes: 


1. The new McKellar boxed set can be found at McKellarmagazine.com/shop. Support great golf journalism and spend your entire Xmas budget on McKellar-themed  gifts.


2. But remember to leave just enough over to subscribe to Geoff's twice-weekly Substack newsletter, The Quadrilateral . You can find it here - https://www.geoffshackelford.com/the-quadrilateral



thanks


Lawrence



Dec 10, 202201:21:54