Welcome to Golf Party Live — the podcast where lady golfers come to learn, laugh, and love the game!
I'm your host, Donna Taylor, a lifelong golf enthusiast, passionate golf instructor, and founder of Arizona's rapidly growing ladies' golf community, Golf Party Live. Together with my dynamic co-host, Brittney Boo — a newer golfer with a fresh perspective and loads of enthusiasm — we bring you a fun, upbeat show designed to help you feel confident and excited about getting into golf.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your skills, we are here to guide you with practical tips, helpful insights, and plenty of humor. From what to wear on the course to selecting the right equipment, mastering the pace of play, and navigating golf etiquette, we cover everything you need to know to enjoy the game.
At Golf Party Live, we believe golf should be as fun and social as it is challenging — and we are here to show you how to make the most of it. So grab your clubs, tune in, and join the party!
Golf Excuses - we've all got them… and today we're calling them out!
Donna and Boo are joined by a very special guest, Julie Ann — Donna's childhood BFF — for an episode that had us laughing from start to finish.
We're not talking swing mechanics. We're not talking equipment or how to shave strokes off your game. We're talking about something every single golfer has: EXCUSES!
We're breaking down some of the funniest, most relatable, and most ridiculous golf excuses we've heard over the years — and we may even admit to a few of our own.
We get into:
Weather excuses — too hot, too cold, too windy… you know the drill
Equipment excuses — because obviously it was the club
Body excuses — the back, the knees, the shoulder, the hangover…
Course excuses — greens, bunkers, rough, bad lies and everything in between
Partner excuses — when someone else is clearly responsible for your bad golf
Mental excuses — because golf lives rent-free in our heads
And our Hall of Fame Golf Excuses — the ones that deserve their own trophy
If you've ever blamed a bad round on anything other than yourself, this episode is for you.
We had an absolute blast recording this one, and we hope you laugh right along with us!
Now it's your turn — what's YOUR go-to golf excuse? Listen to the episode and then come find us on social media at Golf Party Live and tell us the best excuse you've ever used or heard. We may just share our favorites!
And help us keep growing the Golf Party Live community: follow or subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating or review, and send this episode to that golfing friend who ALWAYS has an excuse ready. You know exactly who they are!
Tune in wherever you listen to podcasts — and let's keep making golf more fun together!
29 Sept 2026
Ready to Play: Your Guide to Golf Leagues & Getting on the Course
Today we're joined by special guest Deb McAvay, President of the Seville Ladies Golf Club, who brings a wealth of knowledge about women's golf leagues, country club golf, member events, and helping women get involved in the game.
But this episode isn't just about joining a golf league. It's about something much bigger:
How do you go from taking golf lessons to actually becoming a golfer?
It's something Donna tells her students all the time: You can't become a golfer by living on the driving range. The range teaches you how to hit golf shots. The golf course teaches you how to play golf—and those are two completely different skills.
In this episode, we're talking about how to take that next step and actually get out there and PLAY.
In This Episode:
⛳ Why getting on the golf course is essential to becoming a golfer
⛳ How to know when you're ready to start playing
⛳ Why Donna created Golf Party Live Ladies Play
⛳ The benefits of joining a women's golf league
⛳ 9-hole vs. 18-hole leagues
⛳ What to expect when joining a country club golf league
⛳ Spark Golf and other ways to find opportunities to play
⛳ Invitations, member events and getting involved at your club
⛳ Deb's insight on women's golf and helping newer golfers feel welcome
⛳ Building confidence, friendships and experience through actually playing the game
You don't have to be a great golfer before you get on the course. Playing the game is how you become a golfer.
If you've been taking lessons, practicing on the range and wondering, "Am I ready?"—this episode is for you.
It's time to get off the range and onto the course!
Have fun & Go Low! ⛳️
22 Sept 2026
Indoor Golf & Simulators: How to Play Golf Year-Round
Golf does not have to stop when the weather does.
Whether you are battling the summer heat in Arizona or snow-covered courses in the northern states, today's technology makes it easier than ever to keep your game sharp all year long.
In this episode of the Golf Party Live Podcast, we are diving into the exciting world of indoor golf, simulators, and modern golf entertainment. Golf has changed dramatically over the past decade, and today there are more ways than ever to play, practice, compete, and have fun.
In this episode, we discuss:
*How golf is evolving and becoming more accessible
*Why you no longer have to play 18 holes to enjoy the game
*The "Topgolf Effect" and how entertainment venues have introduced millions of people to golf
*Other fun golf experiences, including PopStroke and Putting World
*Indoor simulator facilities like Back Nine Golf and Stingers Golf Bar
*At-home golf simulators and whether they are worth the investment
*Should beginners practice on simulators?
*The benefits and limitations of simulator golf
*The social side of indoor golf and why these venues are creating new golf communities
*How indoor golf can help you stay connected to the game no matter the season
*Whether you are looking to improve your game, stay active during extreme weather, or simply enjoy golf in a fun new way, this episode will show you why indoor golf has become such a big part of the game's future.
Thank you for being a loyal listener of the Golf Party Live Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your golfing friends—especially someone who wants to keep playing and improving all year long.
Have fun… and GO LOW!
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