The Fire Pit Podcast
In the 25 years of covering golf, the development of the game, courses and the camaraderie that’s core to the culture, it was time for Matt to share some of the best stories he has heard around fire pits all over the world. From PGA Tour players, caddies, architects, avid amateurs and buddies-trip planners, Matt has forged relationships with some of the most colorful and influential people in the game. So grab a drink, a seat and settle in. We’re getting to the essence of one story per podcast. A narrative so deep and meaningful, you save it for a post-round fire pit, which is where no one is in a hurry for the night to end.
Latest episodes
Jul 16, 2022 • 36min
Fire Drill 033: Godspeed, Tiger
With the 18th hole as a backdrop for this Fire Drill pod, Michael Bamberger, Alan Shipnuck and Matt Ginella relive the conflicting emotions of watching Tiger's farewell to the Old Course. They also go deep on a stacked leaderboard and the tourney's good vibes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 14, 2022 • 36min
Fire Drill 032: Dawn to Dusk
In the latest Fire Drill podcast from St. Andrews, Michael Bamberger, Alan Shipnuck and Matt Ginella dissect a fascinating first round of the Open, in which Rory starred, Tiger struggled and a firm, fiery Old Course demanded precision.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 14, 2022 • 38min
Fire Drill 031: On the Eve of The Open
On the eve of the 150th Open Championship, Alan Shipnuck, Michael Bamberger and Matt Ginella banter about how and why we got here, and how and why it all matters. Especially to competitors like Tiger Woods. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 11, 2022 • 59min
Fire Drill 030: To The Linksland
In this Open pre, Ogilvy-Bamberger-Ginella-Shipnuck go deep on the charm/challenge of the Old Course, with lively stories about their own adventures there (notably Geoff's t5 in '05). The pod gets emotional when they discuss what St. Andrews means to their lives. Watch Journey with Matt Ginella: St Andrews See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 6, 2022 • 1h 4min
Fire Drill 029: The Inner Sanctum
In the latest Fire Drill, Matt Ginella checks in from Ireland, having just competed in golf’s most exclusive event, the JP McManus Pro-Am. With Michael Bamberger & Alan Shipnuck, they bring to life the scene at Adare Manor and tense reunion of LIV and Tour players.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 20, 2022 • 37min
Fire Drill 028: Open and Shut
In the last Fire Drill podcast of a busy week, Geoff Ogilvy, Michael Bamberger & Alan Shipnuck go deep on long-hitting Matt Fitzpatrick’s breakthrough win at the U.S. Open. They also discuss Rory, Will Z, the course setup and The Country Club’s place in the pantheon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 19, 2022 • 35min
Fire Drill 027: A Wild One at the Open
The latest Fire Drill podcast goes deep on a thrilling third round: Geoff Ogilvy revels in the windy challenge; Alan Shipnuck hails Rory’s grit; Ryan French celebrates the louder crowd; and Michael Bamberger discusses Jeff Maggert’s sex life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 18, 2022 • 43min
Fire Drill 026: Cut Day at the U.S. Open
For the latest Fire Drill podcast, Ryan French goes deep on the unknowns near the lead, Ogilvy and Bamberger wax poetic about metal spikes and Jon Rahm, and Alan Shipnuck asks, Who is the best player in the world right now?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 17, 2022 • 40min
Fire Drill 025: Opening Salvos At The Open
In this instant-reaction Fire Drill podcast following the first round of the Open, Ryan French revels in the qualifiers on the leaderboard while Geoff Ogilvy goes deep on the setup. Alan Shipnuck & Michael Bamberger chime in on Rory and the subdued crowd.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 15, 2022 • 42min
Fire Drill 024: Final U.S. Open Preview
On the eve of the Open, Alan Shipnuck, Michael Bamberger and Ryan French offer a final Fire Drill preview, touching on Tiger’s absence, JT’s emergence, the glory of TCC and the feeling in the air of LIV vs. the Tour. Stay for the bonus scenes after the credits!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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