This Golfing Life is a series of conversations about life, golf and the relationship between the two. Join host Dan Davies as he gets to the heart of the game with an eclectic range of guests - some famous, some less so; but all of them hopelessly besotted with the most engaging, infuriating and enjoyable game ever created.
This Golfing Life
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This Golfing Life is a series of conversations about life, golf and the relationship between the two. Join host Dan Davies as he gets to the heart of the game with an eclectic range of guests - some famous, some less so; but all of them hopelessly besotted with the most engaging, infuriating and enjoyable game ever created.
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July 16, 2026
Bill Elliott: "My life with Seve, Norman, Faldo, Langer, & Woosie"
In this episode, veteran golf journalist Bill Elliott shares his colourful experiences covering the game's biggest names in the '80s and ‘90s. Host Dan Davies dives into Bill’s many stories about the most iconic golfers of the era – Seve Ballesteros, Bernhard Langer, Greg Norman, Nick Faldo and Ian Woosnam, players and people that Bill got to know well. The conversation includes thoughts on their different personalities, the dynamics between them, and how the landscape of professional golf has changed. Main Topics Bill Elliott’s first Open Championship in 1969 The rise of the European Tour, led by Seve Ballesteros, and the impact on golf’s global popularity The transformation of golf journalism from in-person access to today's more controlled environment Behind-the-scenes anecdotes about legendary players such as Seve, Nick Faldo, Greg Norman, Ian Woosnam, and Bernhard Langer The influence of faith, personal struggles, and friendships in Bernhard Langer’s life The emergence of Tiger Woods and his impact on the cultural perception of golf Greg Norman’s legacy and his turbulent attempts to create a global pro tour Bill’s “truly horrendous” experience with Nick Faldo Chapters 00:00 Introducing this week's guest, Bill Elliott 01:48 Bill Elliott's first Open Championship in 1969 04:52 The impact of the Big Five on European golf 11:16 Balancing friendships in pro golf with the job of being a reporter 14:32 Bernhard Langer: the toughest nut to crack 18:00 The importance of faith to Bernhard Langer 25:23 Get a 20% discount on Sounder with this code 25:40 Similar types: The dynamic between Seve and Langer 30:29 Getting to know Seve and a memorable James Bond stunt 36:55 The British connection: Faldo, Lyle and Woosnam 39:40 Was Nick Faldo “socially awkward”? 41:58 All change in the Tiger Woods era 44:35 First meeting Greg Norman and the seeds of a long friendship 49:55 Greg Norman's first war with the PGA Tour 56:18 Falling out with Kenny Dalglish and Nick Faldo 01:04:19 Ian Woosnam: A spiky character Links Get 20% off your net purchase at www.soundergolf.com with code POD20 Follow Dan Davies on Substack: The Sacred Acre Follow RNGC on Instagram Watch this episode on YouTube at SounderGolf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 9, 2026
Matthew Southgate: “My Dad, The Open and Me”
Six Open Championships. Countless battles. One unforgettable story. This week on This Golfing Life, you're about to hear one of the most candid, emotional and inspiring conversations we've ever recorded. In a few days, Matthew Southgate will tee it up in The Open Championship for the seventh time after once again battling his way through Final Qualifying. But this story is about so much more than golf. It's the story of a little boy who fell in love with The Open because of his father. A father who taught him to shape golf shots in the woods before school, who drove him hundreds of miles to Carnoustie because he believed it was the greatest golf course on earth, and who passed on a lifelong obsession with links golf and the Open Championship itself. Matthew speaks with extraordinary honesty about surviving cancer, losing that father far too soon, the grief that followed, and the battle with alcohol that almost consumed him. He relives the unforgettable Open moments that have defined his career, explains why he believes links golf still brings out the very best in him, and reveals why, as he heads to Royal Birkdale, he genuinely believes he can remind the golfing world exactly what he's capable of. This isn't just the story of one of Britain's finest links golfers. It's a story about family, loss, resilience — and a lifelong love affair with The Open Championship. Welcome to This Golfing Life with Matthew Southgate. Key topics Why The Open Championship means more to Matthew Southgate than any other tournament How his father shaped his love of links golf — and the remarkable Carnoustie connection The story behind six successful Open Final Qualifying campaigns Fighting testicular cancer, coping with grief and overcoming alcohol dependence Inside his unforgettable Open Championship performances, including Royal Birkdale Why links golf rewards imagination, creativity and courage over power Why Matthew believes he can once again challenge at this year's Open Championship Chapters 00:00 Introduction to this week's guest, Matthew Southgate 01:56 Why the Open is so special to Matt 07:08 Thorpe Hall GC and giving back to his home club 10:01 Influences and mentorship in his early days 15:05 Qualifying for another Open - Matt's journey to Birkdale 20:09 The role of Carnoustie in Matt's life and development as a golfer 24:51 "He was born to play links golf": The role of Matt's Dad 28:02 Matt’s links golf heroes 30:17 The unique challenge of links golf 35:03 Tom Watson - taking his Dad to watch his hero at Turnberry 38:47 Learning from great Open champions - Woods, Nicklaus, Watson, Trevino 41:14 Matt's love of the Old Course and successes at St Andrews 45:41 A shared passion: Matt's fondest memories of his Dad 52:27 Being diagnosed with testicular cancer and being inspired by the Open 56:19 Success in the 2016 Open at Troon 57:38 Tying for 6th in the 2017 Open at Birkdale 01:00:19 Playing at Birkdale in 2026, plus Billy Foster on the bag 01:03:05 Finding form and feeling confident in his game 01:03:29 Battling grief and acknowledging his drink problem 01:09:22 Golf is for nutters — all golfers are crazy! Links Matthew Southgate on Instagram Matt on Twitter/X Dan Davies on Substack RNGC - Britain's premier backyard golf course Get 20% off your next purchase at SounderGolf with code POD20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 2, 2026
JJ Feild: Golf gives me imposter syndrome
Film, TV and stage actor JJ Feild shares his eclectic golf journey, from sneaking onto courses as a kid to playing at some of the world's most prestigious venues. Discover his humorous takes on golf culture, playing in the Dunhill Links Championship, and why he feels like an imposter every time he drives through the gates of a golf club. Hear about his ill-fated trip to Pine Valley, how Simon Farnaby was his golfing mentor, and why JJ’s instinctive rebellion against authority has landed him in hot water on the golf course. Key topics JJ Feild's early golf experiences and sneaking onto courses Memorable golf tournaments and encounters with celebrities The impact of his acting career on his physicality, golf swing and mind set Humorous and controversial golf stories and incidents Insights into exclusive golf clubs and courses around the world Chapters 00:00 Introducing this week’s guest, JJ Feild 02:08 Golfing Identity: From Imposter Syndrome to Club Membership 06:28 Navigating Golf Etiquette: Tales from the Course 07:14 The Anti-Establishment Golfer: A Clash of Cultures 10:07 Breaking into Golf: The Early Days of a Golfer's Journey 15:36 Start in golf - playing at Skull in Ireland 18:25 Joining The Stage Golfing Society 23:19 Playing in the Dunhill Links - every golfer's dream 32:27 Rivalry with his golfing mentor - Simon Farnaby 34:52 Bulking up for roles and how it affects the swing 35:46 Meeting his golfing Fairy Godfathers 37:44 Playing some of America's most exclusive courses 39:24 JJ's imposter syndrome in golf 42:17 Links golf and playing in all weathers 46:09 Talent vs Mental Game 48:24 Rebuilding the Swing: Lessons from Injury 51:05 Being mistaken for Jude Law and Tom Hiddleston 54:12 Reflections on the opportunities provided by golf 56:00 Visiting Pine Valley and losing his new suit 01:00:02 JJ's Crans Montana envy Links Highgate Golf Club Queen's Park Pitch & Putt Pine Valley Golf Club Dunhill Links Championship Sean Quinlivan (Golf Pro at Shinnecock Hills) Guest links JJ Feild on Instagram Get 20% of your next purchase at SounderGolf.com using the code POD20 Follow Dan Davies and RNGC on Instagram Read Dan Davies on Substack at The Sacred Acre Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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