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299 – Ben Cowan-Dewar: Founder & CEO of Cabot

Link to complete 'The Tip Jar' - our survey can be found here. In this episode, Sam speaks to the founder and CEO of Cabot - Ben Cowan Dewar - about his early experiences with the game of golf and how he came to be one of the youngest developers in the business when we began work at Cabot Cape Breton at the age of 25. Since then, Cabot has become a powerhouse in the world of resort golf, with the portfolio of Cabot properties growing to Europe in Bordeaux, Scotland with Cabot Highlands which will see the addiiton of the new Tom Doak course (Old Petty) this summer, St Lucia with the latest Bill Coore & Ben Crenshaw designed course and Citrus Farms in Florida. It's a brilliant example of an entrepreneurial mindset and sheer resilience to keep putting one foot infront of the other despite the obstacles [...]

March 27th, 2025|Categories: Podcasts, Sam's favourites|

298 – Course Diaries: Sutton Coldfield Golf Club

Link to our newly announced survey, the 'Tip Jar' can be found here. We would be really appreciative if you can find ten minutes to fill this out, and will be extremely helpful for us in our quest to create better content for you in the future. *** Sutton Coldfield was founded in 1889, with golf played on the royal park of Sutton for years before. From a 9-hole course developed by our favourite roofer - David Brown - to an 18 hole MacKenzie layout, it's wonderful example of sustainable year round golf. Huge thanks to Pat and Pat for looking after us and having us at the club a couple of weeks ago. Latest Products

March 19th, 2025|Categories: Course Diaries, Podcasts, Sam's favourites|

Episode: 297 – The Sunningdale Foursomes

Podding from Pizza Express in Beaconsfield Service Station, Sam sits down with Peter Handcock (aka @half_par_kid) to recap on the action at Sunnnigdale for the 91st instalment of the Sunningdale Foursomes. Huge congratulations to the victors in David Corben & Harry Crockett who prevailed after seven gruelling rounds of matchplay golf, narrowly beating the Walton Heath pairing of Oscar Lent & Monty Holcombe. For more on the Sunningdale Foursomes please head to our blog page where James Burn wrote a wonderful piece on the event. Latest Products

March 14th, 2025|Categories: Podcasts|

Cookie Crumbs #15 – Historical Errors w/ Simon Haines from episode 181

Looking back at one of our favourite episodes, Golf History Fails with Simon Haines (181), and the hilarious discussion on how clubs often celebrate their architects or golfing greats with portraits of entirely different people—proof that once a mistake makes it online, it can quickly become ‘fact.’ For a brilliant feed of historic course imagery, make sure you follow Simon on X: @Hainesy76. If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! You can follow us along below @cookiejargolf Instagram / Facebook / Twitter / YouTube / Website Latest Products

March 13th, 2025|Categories: Cookie Crumbs, Golf History, Podcasts, Sam's favourites|

296 – TPC Sawgrass: A Story of The Players Championship

Sam and Tom catch up in the office to talk about the history of The Players Championship. First played in 1974 during Dean Beman’s first year as the PGA Tour’s second commissioner at Atlanta Country Club, it’s a fascinating story of how his vision for a flagship event for the tour became a reality, including the unveiling of the Stadium Course and refinements that would make it become what it is today. Be sure to check out our YouTube film from TPC Sawgrass, airing at 7 PM on Tuesday, 11th March. A link to the channel can be found here. Latest Products

March 11th, 2025|Categories: Course Diaries, Podcasts, Tour Takes|

294 – Scott Cowx (pt 1)

Bruce catches up with renowned swing coach - Scott Cowx - to dig into his philosophy on the swing, coaching, the evolution of the swing and how he works with players around the world. Not only that, but he has also been helping troubled souls like Bruce for several years now... For more on Scott, head to his website here or his social media. Latest Products

March 7th, 2025|Categories: Bruce's favourites, Podcasts|

293 – Course Diaries: Cabot Citrus Farms w/ Mike Nuzzo

Sam is joined by Mike Nuzzo - Course Architect, beer savant and aerospace engineer in a previous life - to talk about all things Cabot Citrus Farms. Mike was responsible for the Squeeze & the Wedge at the new cabot development, a 10 hole half par course ands the short illuminated par 3 course. Some of the most fun you can pack into 100 acres! We also talk about the history of World Woods, and the work on The Roost which Mike was responsible for. Mike's social can be found here Latest Products

February 28th, 2025|Categories: Course Diaries, Golf Course Architecture, Podcasts|

292 – Gary Christian

From the mini-tours to the PGA Tour and FedEx Cup Playoffs, Gary Christian's journey is one of perseverance, grit, and determination. Growing up near Croydon, England, Gary pursued his dream through the American college system before embarking on the grueling mini-tour circuit across North America. After years of coming agonisingly close to securing a spot on the Korn Ferry Tour, he adopted a fresh approach—focusing on mental toughness and incorporating tools like visualisation. This shift in mindset ultimately helped him achieve his breakthrough, making history as the oldest rookie to earn a PGA Tour card. Gary's insightful book, Beat The Course, Not Yourself, is available for purchase by the link here. Latest Products

February 24th, 2025|Categories: Players, Podcasts|

291 – Padraig Harrington

Sam and Tom sit down with Padraig Harrington—three-time major champion, winner of the Claret Jug in 2007 and 2008 (marking Europe’s first successful defence of The Open since James Braid over a century ago), and USPGA Champion in 2008. Inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2024, Padraig’s career arc and his ability to compete at the highest level for nearly 30 years is nothing short of remarkable. Latest Products

February 17th, 2025|Categories: Bruce's favourites, Players, Podcasts|
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