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Matt Marino takes us on an unforgettable journey through his remarkable golf career, from impulsively moving to Las Vegas as a young caddie to opening Tiger Woods' first American golf course, Blue Jack National.

With candid charm, Matt shares how a simple business card and the bold declaration "I'm going to be your first head golf professional" led to his role launching Tiger's groundbreaking course. His insights into course design reveal why difficulty shouldn't be the primary measure of greatness – a perspective gained from playing many of America's top-ranked venues.

The conversation shifts to Matt's latest venture with Tradition Golf and his unexpected success on the Whatnot platform, where his first impromptu livestream generated $6,500 in sales. This new frontier of digital golf commerce represents what Matt believes is just the beginning of a revolutionary change in how golfers buy, sell, and connect.

We get exclusive details about Matt's upcoming $1,000 match against fellow Whatnot seller Off Tour Truck on July 21st, which has evolved into a charitable event supporting Texas flood victims. This match exemplifies how digital platforms are creating new ways to blend competition, community, and commerce in the golf world.

Whether you're fascinated by course architecture, curious about digital golf commerce, or simply enjoy authentic conversations about the game's evolution, Matt's perspective offers fresh insights on where golf has been and where it's heading. His philosophy that "you always need something to look forward to" perfectly captures why golf trips, relationships, and new ventures keep the game eternally engaging.

Join us for this wide-ranging conversation that touches on everything from Matt's top course recommendations (Oakmont and Maidstone make his list) to why he believes Sand Valley might be the ultimate golf destination. His honesty, humor, and passion for the game make this episode an essential listen for anyone who loves golf's past while embracing its future.

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The boundary between legendary golf courses and their price tags becomes crystal clear when exploring the contrast between Shadow Creek's meticulously crafted experience and Royal Hawaiian's wild jungle offering.

Joe and Jeremy take us along for an extraordinary evening under the lights at Shadow Creek, a rare opportunity that transformed an already premium experience into something magical. Their detailed account captures the surreal feeling of playing a course where each putt seems to roll endlessly toward the hole, where caddie reads are uncannily accurate, and where going barefoot on the second nine elevated the experience to spiritual levels. In their words, "It felt like we went on a golf trip," despite being in their home city of Las Vegas—perhaps the highest praise possible for a single round of golf.

Meanwhile, Matt shares his contrasting experience at Royal Hawaiian Golf Club on Oahu, where breathtaking jungle scenery and creative shot opportunities were unfortunately paired with disappointing course conditions. The front nine, carved into a dramatic valley surrounded by 200-foot-tall trees, presents unique challenges that require shots to bend around massive jungle obstacles. Yet despite the stunning setting, the patchy greens and inconsistent fairways left much to be desired. "If the conditions were good, it would be an $800 course that would be packed," Matt concludes, highlighting the perpetual tension between beauty and playability.

The episode also celebrates Dan's recent tournament successes, explores the crew's fascination with vintage PGA Tour trading cards, and offers candid thoughts on Hawaiian travel challenges. Throughout, the question lingers: what makes a golf experience truly worth the price? Shadow Creek seems to have answered that question definitively for our hosts.

Join us every Tuesday at 8:30 PM Pacific for more honest golf talk, course reviews, and the camaraderie that makes this game special. If you're contemplating your next bucket-list golf adventure, this episode offers valuable perspective on what truly matters when selecting your destination.

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Ready to dive into the fascinating world where thrifting meets golf? This episode takes you behind the scenes with Thrifty Golf (Tyler), who transformed his pandemic hobby into a full-time vintage golf business on Whatnot.

Tyler's journey begins like many others in 2020—a COVID golfer hunting for decent clubs who accidentally discovered a business opportunity when reselling testing equipment. What makes his story compelling isn't just the business success, but his genuine passion for breathing new life into forgotten golf treasures. "I have this passion for taking the really old stuff that nobody thinks is any good and re-gripping it, cleaning it, and making it shine again," he shares.

We explore the unique appeal of vintage golf gear in a world dominated by mass production. There's something special about owning a piece no one else has—whether it's a Desert Inn hat from Vegas or a Cleveland banger putter soaking in vinegar in Tyler's backyard. For Tyler, the hunt is as rewarding as the find: "I love having people that I can shop for... having that purpose makes sourcing really fun."

The conversation takes fascinating turns through the evolution of golf fashion (those crazy patterns everyone loves now? They're revolutionizing what was once a stuffy, solid-color world), the future of live shopping as retail's next frontier, and the delicate balance between golf tradition and modern accessibility.

Whether you're a vintage enthusiast, a whatnot seller/buyer, or simply curious about how passion projects become full-time gigs, Tyler's insights reveal why golf treasures from yesterday find such resonance with players today. Subscribe now and join our community of golf lovers celebrating the game's rich history and exciting future!

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