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Playing Through is a fictionalized story honoring the real life sports and civil rights heroine Ann Gregory, the first woman of color to enter a USGA tournament. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Balbinka explains how the film came to be, remembers the challenges she faced while filming during the pandemic, explains how the cinematography enhanced the film's visual narrative, and shares the historical accuracy of Ann's legacy. She also talks about where they filmed this movie and tells us where we can watch at home. This was a fantastic conversation and an honor having Balbinka on the show. Let's tee off.

JT Fitness & Golf specializes in fitness and golf-centric content and services. Their platform provides a wealth of resources, expert advice, and products designed specifically for golfers, with a focus on enhancing performance, strength, and overall health related to golf activities. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Janis joins us to discuss JT Fitness & Golf, sharing insights on her certifications, the 4 pillars, nutrition tips, supplements, recommended mobile apps, and tips for beginners. This was an enlightening conversation, and an honor having Janis on the show. Let's tee off!

North Ranch Country Club is a private country club located in Westlake Village, California. The club is known for its beautiful setting and a range of amenities that cater to both golf enthusiasts and those seeking a luxurious lifestyle. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Jenny talks about her journey to North Ranch, shares the club's vision, mission, and core values, details how she stays on top of current trends and best practices, and outlines her journey with CMAA and The Golden State Chapter. She also reminisces about attaining her MBA, getting her LPGA certification, and the importance of putting things on your calendar. Oh, and she talks about meeting a donkey in Scottsdale! This was truly a special conversation, and it was an honor having Jenny on the show. Let's tee off!

For private clubs who wish to unify and enhance their members' experience with history, Private Club Historical discovers, designs, and displays a club's unique history - past, present, and moving into the future. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Tom details the scope of their work and their range of services, talks about why it is important for private clubs to honor their heritage, explains the intergenerational connections with a club, and details the message a club conveys through visual displays. He also talks about a recent installation at La Quinta Country Club and outlines what strategies clubs can use to attract new members through their historical displays. This was a historical conversation and an honor having Tom on the show. Let's tee off.

Club Core is a platform for club managers to streamline communication, education, and workflow automation. It features a built-in messaging system, micro-learning modules for staff training, and automated workflows for tasks like onboarding and document management. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, David explains the history of Club Core, talks about how this app can help club operators, details some of the app's key features, and shares some of their clients. He also talks about the importance of onsite HR and scheduling a demo. This was a technological conversation and an honor having David on the show. Let's tee off.

Nothing beats hitting a 50+ year old "Wood" Driver "On The Screws" or the feel of a well struck vintage blade... Then add in a little retro style. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Marc talks about what inspired him to start Retro Golf Guy, explains what retro means to him, shares where he's shooting most of this content, and details where he's finding all of these golf clubs. He also talks about being consistent and going viral. This was an unforgettable conversation and an honor having Marc on the show. Let's tee off!

With over $500M in premiums written and as a member of ISU International, S&K helps companies create healthier and safer work environments that are free from unnecessary risk and lead to higher employee productivity. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Toni Shibayama discusses her daily routine, shares her journey into the industry, and highlights the strategies she uses to differentiate herself from the competition. She also emphasizes the significance of onboarding, talks about her two books, and elaborates on her collaboration with The Golden State Chapter of CMAA. This was an informative conversation and an honor having Toni of the show. Let's tee off.

Norm Spitzig is a renowned speaker, author, and consultant in the private club industry. Spitzig is known for his expertise in club governance, strategic planning, and leadership. He has authored several books, including the "Private Club Management" series, which offers insights and best practices for managing private clubs effectively. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Norm talks about his career in private clubs, his work with CMAA and his journey to becoming a Master Club Manager, gives advice on landing my first GM job, and reminisces about being named "Educator of the Year" twice! He also details his writing process and we plan a meet & greet at Cody’s on 4th. This was a truly memorable conversation and an honor having Norm on this show. Let's tee off.

Jane Blalock is a former LPGA Tour champion who won 27 times and is perhaps best known for her record 299 consecutive tournaments played without missing a cut. She is the CEO of JBC Golf, the only national, woman-owned golf-event management and marketing firm. Jane also fulfills the role of CEO for the Women's Senior Golf Tour – which is currently recognized as The Legends Tour, serving as the official senior tour under the umbrella of the LPGA. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Jane explains what drove her to the wonderful game of golf, talks about how her game has evolved over the years, and remembers making 299 cuts in a row. She also explains where the idea for JBC Golf came from, reminisces on her time on the LPGA Tour, and remembers winning the Dinah Shore event at Mission Hills. She also raps about the two books she's written. This was a legendary conversation and a true honor having Jane on this show. Let's tee off.

Crafted in Scotland, The Links Diary is a timeless journal for the discerning golfer, featuring stories that celebrate golf and the people that shape the game, tapping into the rich fabric of storytelling. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Epic Golf Club, Kenny explains what The Links Diary is, talks about other golf publications and how they differentiate from the competition, discusses the photos being used and how they decide what image to put on the cover, and raps about their partnership with brands like Jones Sports and J.LINDEBERG. He also introduces The Lost Links Experience and details all the films they are sharing. This was a powerful conversation and an honor having Kenny on the show. Let's tee off.