NCG Top 100s Podcast
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Podcast Overview
<p>Welcome to the <strong>NCG Top 100s Podcast</strong>, the ultimate audio companion for golf course lovers, rankings enthusiasts, and those who just can’t get enough of the game’s greatest venues.</p><br><p>We dive deeper into the history of golf's most celebrated courses, featuring interviews with the game's most prominent figures and stories from our adventures.</p><br><p>Available on your preferred podcast platform and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ncgtop100s" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a>.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Recent Episodes
June 30, 2026
We need to talk about trees on golf courses
<p>Why are so many golf clubs cutting down trees? Are trees essential to the beauty and character of a course, or have they become obstacles to great golf course design?</p><br><p>In this episode of the Top 100s Podcast, Tom Irwin and Dan Murphy tackle one of the most debated topics in modern golf architecture: trees. Inspired by a famous quote from legendary architect Alister MacKenzie, they explore the role trees play in shaping strategy, aesthetics, sustainability, and the long-term health of golf courses.</p><br><p>Drawing on their experiences as golfers, course observers, and editors covering golf course management, Tom and Dan discuss the rise of restoration projects, the growing trend of tree removal at leading clubs, and why opinions on the subject are often deeply divided. From heathland restoration and agronomy to championship golf and environmental concerns, they examine how trees can both enhance and hinder the game and why the debate is more relevant than ever.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
June 23, 2026
Ranking the Rankings: GB&I’s Top 100 courses in 2002 compared to our latest list
<p>In this episode, Tom Irwin and Dan Murphy kick things off by reflecting on the US Open at Shinnecock Hills, discussing Wyndham Clark’s victory, the course setup, and what made the championship such a compelling watch.</p><br><p>The main focus, however, is a fascinating look back at a <strong>Golf World Top 100 ranking from 2002</strong>. Using the historic list as a reference point, Tom and Dan explore how golf course rankings have evolved over the last two decades, asking whether modern rankings are driven by genuine improvements, changing tastes, or simply the latest trends.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
June 16, 2026
A budget-friendly trip along the Welsh border: the joys of moorland golf
<p>Tom Irwin and Dan Murphy return to the NCG Top 100s Podcast to discuss the arrival of summer golf, the impressive transformation of Moortown, and what makes a great US Open venue. They also look ahead to championship week and debate course setup, width, strategy and the challenge facing the world's best players.</p><br><p>The main event is Dan's latest Top 100 ranking adventure through Wales, uncovering some of the country's most underrated golf courses. From the heights of West Monmouthshire to Newport, Builth Wells and beyond, the team shares stories from the road, standout holes, surprising discoveries and the courses that left the biggest impression.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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- What is NCG Top 100s Podcast?
<p>Welcome to the <strong>NCG Top 100s Podcast</strong>, the ultimate audio companion for golf course lovers, rankings enthusiasts, and those who just can’t get enough of the game’s greatest venues.</p><br><p>We dive deeper into the history of golf's most celebrated courses, featuring interviews with the game's most prominent figures and stories from our adventures.</p><br><p>Available on your preferred podcast platform and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ncgtop100s" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a>.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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