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Golf And PoliticsGolf and Politics Author: Reach Right Network
Is it possible to bring Republicans and Democrats together? Maybe. Rob Ellsworth and Matt Parker grew up in the upper Ohio Valley playing junior golf, and today they all work in politics. Rob is a Democratic lobbyist, and Matt is a Republican strategist. While they rarely see eye-to-eye on politics, they wholeheartedly agree that golf is the greatest game ever invented and are passionate about expanding it. Language: en Genres: Golf, News, Politics, Sports Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Episode 90 - The BEST (and Most Overrated) Golf Courses We Played in 2026
Episode 90
Wednesday, 8 July, 2026
Halfway through 2026, we're back with one of our favorite episodes of the year. Matt Parker and Rob Ellsworth break down the five best new golf courses they've played so far this year—from legendary championship venues to hidden gems and some of the most exclusive clubs in the country. But we don't stop there. We also reveal the most overrated golf courses we've played in 2026, discuss what separates great golf architecture from great conditioning, and explain why some of golf's biggest names don't always get it right. Then we shift to politics, sharing the biggest political events that have personally impacted each of us this year—from Capitol Hill to Oklahoma's governor's race—and offer a behind-the-scenes look at how campaigns, endorsements, and lobbying really work. In this episode: ⛳ Our Top 5 New Golf Courses of 2026 🏌️ The most overrated courses we've played 🏛️ Behind-the-scenes political stories you won't hear elsewhere 🎯 Golf architecture, strategy, and course design 👀 Honest opinions, hot takes, and plenty of debate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
