by Mr. Fairways
Scrap to Scratch is a storytelling podcast about golf’s courses, iconic moments, and the people who shaped the game. Host Ryan Wimer (@MrFairways) weaves history with personal rounds. From Tiger’s chip at Augusta in 2005 to walks through Bandon Dunes, Princeville and more, each episode explores why the game keeps pulling us back. From narrative stories to interviews, top 10's and personal rounds, the format may change but the purpose stays the same, to discover what makes golf unforgettable.
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February 1, 2026
<p>Golf has always lived between two worlds.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Scrap to Scratch, host Ryan explores the divide between <strong>public and private golf</strong>, where it came from, why it still exists, and what it actually feels like to play on both sides of the gate.</p><p><br></p><p>From the earliest days of golf on shared land in Scotland to the rise of private country clubs and municipal courses in the United States, this episode looks at how access, money, and tradition shaped the modern game. We dig into the social role of private clubs, the welcoming nature of public golf, and the assumptions many golfers carry before ever stepping onto a private course.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is about understanding why both public and private golf exist, how they support the game in different ways, and why golf’s legacy belongs to everyone willing to tee it up.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you play a local muni every weekend or dream about the courses behind closed gates, this episode is for you.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow along on social media:</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrfairways">@MrFairways</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mrfairways">@MrFairways</a></p><p>Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mrfairways">@MrFairways</a></p>
December 29, 2025
<p>Breaking 80. Breaking 90. Breaking 100.</p><p>In golf, we chase numbers but are they helping us play better, or holding us back?</p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode of Scrap to Scratch, <strong>Ryan Wimer (@MrFairways)</strong> sits down with <strong>Tyler Hamilton (@BogeyWhisperer) </strong>to talk about breaking scoring barriers and why mindset, course management, and decision-making might matter more than perfect swings. From handling pressure to accepting bogeys, they explore what it really takes to shave strokes and enjoy the process.</p><p><br /></p><p>A candid conversation about golf goals, mental game, damage control, and why sometimes a bogey is actually a win.</p><p><br /></p><p>Follow Tyler on social media:</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bogeywhisperer/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">@BogeyWhisperer</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@bogey.whisperer" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">@BogeyWhisperer</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Follow Ryan on social media:</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrfairways" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@MrFairways</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mrfairways" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@MrFairways</a></p><p>Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mrfairways" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@MrFairways</a></p>
December 15, 2025
<p>Every golfer knows the feeling, you walk up to the first green and see holes, sand, and disruption. But what looks like damage is actually devotion.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Scrap to Scratch, <strong>Ryan Wimer (@MrFairways)</strong> dives into the history and science of golf course maintenance, from early greenkeeping in Scotland to modern aeration, mowing heights, and the technology superintendents use today. This is the story of why greens get plugged, how courses recover faster than ever, and why maintenance is the single most important thing keeping the game alive.</p><p><br></p><p>A behind-the-scenes look at the people, practices, and progress that shape every round we play.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow along on social media:</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrfairways">@MrFairways</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mrfairways">@MrFairways</a></p><p>Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mrfairways">@MrFairways</a></p>
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Scrap to Scratch is a storytelling podcast about golf’s courses, iconic moments, and the people who shaped the game.
Host Ryan Wimer (@MrFairways) weaves history with personal rounds. From Tiger’s chip at Augusta in 2005 to walks through Bandon Dunes, Princeville and more, each episode explores why the game keeps pulling us back.
From narrative stories to interviews, top 10's and personal rounds, the format may change but the purpose stays the same, to discover what makes golf unforgettable.
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